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Would you like to learn the art of Paper Making? Paper was first created over 2000 years ago by Ts'ai Lun, an official attached to the Imperial court of China, who created a sheet of paper using mulberry and other bast fibers along with fishnets, old rags, and hemp waste. The history of papermaking is…

The PickleballU experience provides an environment centered around personal relationships. Pickleball is a lifetime sport and we are establishing ourselves in the community by creating a fun, welcoming environment for players of all ages and skill. With six climate controlled courts, PickleballU offers leagues, lessons and events for you and your friends to have a place to experience…

Email deep.goodwin@ct.gov  for more information, to register, or if you have any questions.

Self-Defense is a critical aspect of personal safety and security, but many women don’t know how to defend themselves in dangerous situations. This class is designed to bridge that gap and empower women with the skills and knowledge they need to stay safe. Taught by Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt, Master Educator, and world medalist, Caroline…

Come and craft a needle-felted pumpkin with the instruction and guidance of fine wool artist Angelina Fleury. This workshop is designed to teach in-depth armature wrapping and shaping to create a 3D sculpture. Angelina Fleury has been a certified felter for over 7 years, specializing in Needle & Wet Felting. She has a studio in…

The Thompson Business Association (TBA) is partnering with Thompson Economic Development in a collaboration with the Connecticut chapter of the US Small Business Administration (SBA) to connect our local business owners with SBA resources. First, on Wednesday the 23rd of October, we are going to host a free SBA 101 webinar to bring more awareness to the local…

Join us and our super scary host, the Wicked Witch of the West, as she tells us about her life, her friends, her career and her favorite food and beverages.  You will want to taste a sample of those!!!  $10 per person.

Here about vampirism during the 1800’s in CT from historian Bev York. Rare practice of exhuming the dead believed to be spreading tuberculosis.  Light refreshments. $10 per person

In this epic lecture, Dustin presents his A-Z list of strange things. Cryptid creatures, phantom spirits, and elusive legends, all come out to play in this amazingly unique presentation. Fun? You bet! Weird? You have no idea. No Registration Required

Kenneth Gloss, internationally-known rare book specialist, appraiser, and owner of the Brattle Book Shop in Boston, will give an in-person and virtual presentation about the "improbable finds" of his decades-long career and discuss the value of old and rare books. The event is free and open to the public. Ken, who is frequently seen on national…

Drawing from a well of dozens of stories, this program changes every time it’s given. For over 20 years, Jeff Belanger has been exploring the unexplained. He seeks out history, folklore, ghosts, monsters, and legends all over the world and in your backyard. His talk presents highlights from his own adventures, a look at the…

Thu: Oct. 31  10 AM - 11 AM Children's Department  Drop-In Cuddle and read with therapy pugs, Gracie & Frankie. Courtesy of Ms. Pepin. Please note that live animals will be present at this program. Individuals are responsible for monitoring their own allergies.