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Chamber Family Jingle Mingle at the Festival of {Giving} Trees
Chamber Family Jingle Mingle at the Festival of {Giving} Trees
This is a NEW, exclusive invitation to all Chamber Member companies and their employees. Families of Members are invited to attend this special evening at the Festival of {Giving} Trees. Santa will be there for pictures and Christmas wishes! 100 Sparkling Trees to bid on! Holiday Music! Raffles! Free food! Cash bar with beer and wine! You can make this…
“Alice @ Wonderland, The Musical”
“Alice @ Wonderland, The Musical”
Gateway Players Theatre presents “Alice @ Wonderland, the Musical”. Book by Jonathan Yukich, Music by Bill Francoeur, Lyrics by Scott Deturk, Additional lyrics by Bill Francoeur. Based on the works of Lewis Carroll. Performances are on Thursday, December 5th at 7pm, Friday, December 6th at 7pm, Saturday, December 7th at 7pm, and Sunday, December 8th…
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“Alice @ Wonderland, The Musical”
“Alice @ Wonderland, The Musical”
Gateway Players Theatre presents “Alice @ Wonderland, the Musical”. Book by Jonathan Yukich, Music by Bill Francoeur, Lyrics by Scott Deturk, Additional lyrics by Bill Francoeur. Based on the works of Lewis Carroll. Performances are on Thursday, December 5th at 7pm, Friday, December 6th at 7pm, Saturday, December 7th at 7pm, and Sunday, December 8th…
Christmas by Candlelight
Christmas by Candlelight
A cherished holiday tradition returns to Old Sturbridge Village! Relish old traditions and create new ones as you watch demonstrations of classic Christmas projects, stroll through the decorated Village and Christmas Tree Trail, listen to stories and live music, sample sweet treats, ride the horse-drawn carryall, and more. NEW this year: embark on a musical…
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Winter Craft Series: Cookie Decorating Party
Winter Craft Series: Cookie Decorating Party
Who doesn't love cookies and hot chocolate on a cold winter day? Join us for the opportunity to decorate some cookies and sip on hot cocoa. Space is limited and will be held in two sessions. Please register in advance for only one session. PJs are encouraged! Two sessions: 3:30 - 4:15 and 4:30 -…
Author Sarah Cody: Around Every Corner of Connecticut
Author Sarah Cody: Around Every Corner of Connecticut
Author and Travel Reporter Sarah Cody will discuss her book Around Every Corner of Connecticut, which celebrates the abundance of beautiful destinations and exciting activities here in Connecticut. A look at each destination provides additional valuable and sometimes little-known information and tips. Copies of Around Every Corner of Connecticut will be available for sale and signing. A great holiday…
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Last Christmas
Last Christmas
A dysfunctional young woman working as Santa's elf at a year-round Christmas store in London finds her life taking an unexpectedly optimistic turn after becoming romantically entangled with a handsome and mysterious stranger over the holiday season. 2019. Rated PG-13. Runtime 103 minutes. Featuring Emilia Clarke, Henry Golding, Emma Thompson, Boris Isakovic, and Lucy Miller. …
Pottery Classes Ages 7 – 12
Pottery Classes Ages 7 – 12
At Sawmill Pottery, we teach kids skills and techniques so they can let their creativity come alive in the clay! We provide the framework and technical guidance to help kids bring their imaginations to life. Kids will learn hand-building, wheel-throwing, painting, decorating, and glazing at an age appropriate level. Specific projects will be planned for…
Stained Glass Suncatcher
Stained Glass Suncatcher
Class size is limited so register now to reserve your spot! This class is for beginner/intermediates where you'll get an introduction to the copper-foil stained glass construction process and build a small suncatcher to take home. After some practice time to get basic exposure to glass cutting, grinding, foiling, soldering and finishing techniques, you'll pick…
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Pottery Classes AGES 13+
Pottery Classes AGES 13+
At Sawmill Pottery, we teach kids skills and techniques so they can let their creativity come alive in the clay! We provide the framework and technical guidance to help kids bring their imaginations to life. Kids will learn hand-building, wheel-throwing, painting, decorating, and glazing at an age appropriate level. Specific projects will be planned for…
Garden Club Celebratory Dinner
Garden Club Celebratory Dinner
Garden Club members are cordially invited to dinner at the Fenton River Grill. It'll be a chance to see old friends, make new ones, socialize, and celebrate the end of another successful season of gardening. Each guest will be able to order off the menu, and there will be separate checks. Feel free to bring…
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Winter Photography Hike
Winter Photography Hike
Bundle up and bring your camera! It's the season for great forest views and wildlife. Join Goodwin Conservation Center for a guided hike. Free to all ages! For more info or to register, email deep.goodwin@ct.gov Weather permitting activity.
Evergreens for the Bridge
Evergreens for the Bridge
Do you have evergreens from which you can cut small branches? Spruces, balsam, fir, hemlock, juniper, pine -- all are useful in any combination. From Friday, December 6, to Thursday, December 12, you’re invited to bring your sprays to the Garden on the Bridge in a bag, tied in bunches, or wrapped in a tarp.…
Plant & Sip
Plant & Sip
Repot a variety of easy-care houseplants while sipping tea, coffee, or hot chocolate as you work. Learn repotting techniques and share tips on plant care and maintenance. Bring your own plants or use those provided. Perfect for plant enthusiasts of all levels! Gather with fellow plant lovers and leave with healthier plants and new friendships.…
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Christmas by Candlelight
Christmas by Candlelight
A cherished holiday tradition returns to Old Sturbridge Village! Relish old traditions and create new ones as you watch demonstrations of classic Christmas projects, stroll through the decorated Village and Christmas Tree Trail, listen to stories and live music, sample sweet treats, ride the horse-drawn carryall, and more. NEW this year: embark on a musical…
Beginner Pottery Class
Beginner Pottery Class
Time to find your new passion: Pottery! In this class, we will start with the very basics. Beginners will be taught the fundamentals of good throwing and hand building techniques. You will learn to create basic shapes on the pottery wheel, such as bowls, mugs and plates. You’ll also learn how to use the slab roller to…
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Community Service Opportunity @ Hayburr Inn
Community Service Opportunity @ Hayburr Inn
Students seeking community service hours, we have 2 dates available for 1 day sign ups. Each shift worth 3 hours! Service work may include, decorating the trail for the winter trail of lights fundraiser, cleaning up the trail of debris, cleaning the barn from cobwebs or other matter, cleaning tack or any other tasks that…
Family Craft Day: Make a Holiday Wreath!
Family Craft Day: Make a Holiday Wreath!
Kids, teens, parents, and grandparents are all invited to Otis Library to make festive holiday wreaths using colorful fabric pieces! Instructor Ayisha Miller will be on hand to help families create the perfect wreath to hang in your home or on your door. Join us in the Community Room on Saturday, December 14, 10am –…
Wheel 101
Wheel 101
Wheel 101 is a two hour intro to creating bowls on the pottery wheel. You’ll learn to “throw” the clay and have the opportunity to make 2 bowls. You’ll pick glaze colors at the end of the session, and the bowls will be fired and glazed for you within a month! $75 includes all materials,…
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Christmas by Candlelight
Christmas by Candlelight
A cherished holiday tradition returns to Old Sturbridge Village! Relish old traditions and create new ones as you watch demonstrations of classic Christmas projects, stroll through the decorated Village and Christmas Tree Trail, listen to stories and live music, sample sweet treats, ride the horse-drawn carryall, and more. NEW this year: embark on a musical…
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Winter Craft Series: Snow Globes
Winter Craft Series: Snow Globes
Join us for a festive craft this winter season. Bring your own jar or use one of ours to make your own Snow Globe! We'll have all the glitter and figurines you'll need to create this magical toy. For all ages with adult supervision. This program is open to the public. No registration is required.
Book Launch with Author Dayne Rugh
Book Launch with Author Dayne Rugh
Local author and historian Dayne Rugh will discuss his new book John Durkee: The Forgotten Story of Connecticut’s Bold Man from Bean Hill. It tells the story of a long-forgotten Colonel from Norwich who served in the French and Indian War and the American Revolution. Interwoven throughout Colonel Durkee's story are stories of soldiers who fought…
Holiday Centerpiece
Holiday Centerpiece
With the guidance of Shelly Cox - Artisan, Floral Designer, and Owner of Green Thumb Florist, create your own unique Christmas Centerpiece using a variety of materials including fresh flowers, balsam, pine, cedar, additional accent pieces, and candles (optional). Participants are encouraged to bring clippers if possible. All materials are otherwise provided including containers, though…
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CAN Morning Networking
CAN Morning Networking
Please join us for a great opportunity to meet other local business owners and community leaders and share information about your company. We have hot coffee!! RSVP
Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn
A country roadhouse in Connecticut is turned into a nightclub 15 times a year in this stylish and snappy Bing Crosby-Fred Astaire musical that introduced "White Christmas," which won an Oscar for Best Song. The Oscar-nominated soundtrack features a wealth of Irving Berlin tunes, including "Easter Parade" and "Happy Holiday." 1942. Rated TV-G. Runtime 101…
PARTNERSHIP FOR THE ARTS, CULTURE, HISTORY & TOURISM MONTHLY MEETING
PARTNERSHIP FOR THE ARTS, CULTURE, HISTORY & TOURISM MONTHLY MEETING
ZOOM VIRTUAL MEETING The Windham Region Chamber of Commerce, its Foundation and Windham Arts co-host the Partnership for the Arts, Culture, History & Tourism meetings monthly. This group of organizations meets to share ideas, best practices and to co-market programs as well as apply for grants. This month is VERY IMPORTANT! There are several grants…
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Pottery Classes AGES 13+
Pottery Classes AGES 13+
At Sawmill Pottery, we teach kids skills and techniques so they can let their creativity come alive in the clay! We provide the framework and technical guidance to help kids bring their imaginations to life. Kids will learn hand-building, wheel-throwing, painting, decorating, and glazing at an age appropriate level. Specific projects will be planned for…
Holiday Concert with the Feisty Four Stringers!
Holiday Concert with the Feisty Four Stringers!
Join us for a holiday concert in the Atrium with the local ukulele group, The Feisty Four Stringers! They will be singing and strumming traditional holiday songs that will put you in the holiday spirit! Plan to sing along! Appropriate for all ages.
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Fencing
Fencing
Fencing is a sport of combat that originally started as practice for dueling with swords. Since that time, it has grown into a modern sport while maintaining those virtues that made it great: honor, valor, and grace. Bring a water bottle, sneakers & comfortable clothing. (8 classes) Dates: Thursdays, 6:15-7:15pm Oct 17, 24; Nov 7,…
Kyle & Lisa Brodeur
Kyle & Lisa Brodeur
The Jacob Edwards Library is pleased to host Kyle and Lisa Brodeur to present their new book, If I Can Smile, I Can Live. This is the story of Kyle Brodeur, a young man whose life was forever changed. He is a survivor of being hit head-on by an impaired driver at the young age…
Basics of Needle Felting: Felting 3D figures on a 2D Felt
Basics of Needle Felting: Felting 3D figures on a 2D Felt
Students will learn the techniques Hollis has developed over the last 8 years in their personal fiber art practice to create a 3D portrait of an animal. These creatives will get to work with felting needles, wool rovings, embroidery hoops, and premade felt to learn the basics of building up a form and manipulating the…
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Mindfulness Meditation with Iris
Mindfulness Meditation with Iris
The Jacob Edwards Library is pleased to host Iris Vega, certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and mentor, to present a series of sessions. Inviting Mindfulness Meditation into your daily routine is an opportunity to cultivate awareness and presence. You may bring your Yoga mat if you prefer doing the practice lying down.
Christmas by Candlelight
Christmas by Candlelight
A cherished holiday tradition returns to Old Sturbridge Village! Relish old traditions and create new ones as you watch demonstrations of classic Christmas projects, stroll through the decorated Village and Christmas Tree Trail, listen to stories and live music, sample sweet treats, ride the horse-drawn carryall, and more. NEW this year: embark on a musical…
Beginner Pottery Class
Beginner Pottery Class
Time to find your new passion: Pottery! In this class, we will start with the very basics. Beginners will be taught the fundamentals of good throwing and hand building techniques. You will learn to create basic shapes on the pottery wheel, such as bowls, mugs and plates. You’ll also learn how to use the slab roller to…
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Brimfield Winter Farmers’ Market
Brimfield Winter Farmers’ Market
The regular farmers' market season has ended but off-season orders can be placed throughout the winter! Pick-up is on the 1st & 3rd Saturday of each month from 10am to 12pm at the Hitchcock parking lot. Place orders bi-weekly for pickup. Turnabout Farm Baked Goods Baked goods, jams, honey, pickles and other seasonal goodies Contact…
Apple Country Music Together
Apple Country Music Together
A music and movement program available to children from birth to age 6 and their families based upon on-going scientific research, and designed to help nurture children's musical, cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth. Classes include singing and dancing. The program brings families together by providing a rich musical environment in the classroom and by…
Christmas by Candlelight
Christmas by Candlelight
A cherished holiday tradition returns to Old Sturbridge Village! Relish old traditions and create new ones as you watch demonstrations of classic Christmas projects, stroll through the decorated Village and Christmas Tree Trail, listen to stories and live music, sample sweet treats, ride the horse-drawn carryall, and more. NEW this year: embark on a musical…
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Kids Christmas Tree Luminaries Ages 8+
Kids Christmas Tree Luminaries Ages 8+
Kids can come have some fun in the studio while parents do some last minute shopping! Make a fun, modern tree for your Christmas table or mantlepiece. They’re gorgeous on their own, or you can pop a candle under it to light up the room! You’ll cut a cone pattern out of a slab of clay and…
Christmas by Candlelight
Christmas by Candlelight
A cherished holiday tradition returns to Old Sturbridge Village! Relish old traditions and create new ones as you watch demonstrations of classic Christmas projects, stroll through the decorated Village and Christmas Tree Trail, listen to stories and live music, sample sweet treats, ride the horse-drawn carryall, and more. NEW this year: embark on a musical…
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Christmas by Candlelight
Christmas by Candlelight
A cherished holiday tradition returns to Old Sturbridge Village! Relish old traditions and create new ones as you watch demonstrations of classic Christmas projects, stroll through the decorated Village and Christmas Tree Trail, listen to stories and live music, sample sweet treats, ride the horse-drawn carryall, and more. NEW this year: embark on a musical…
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Kids Wheel 101
Kids Wheel 101
Instead of more stuff they really don't need, how about giving your kids a creative experience for the holidays! Wheel 101 is a two hour intro to creating bowls on the pottery wheel. You’ll learn to “throw” the clay and have the opportunity to make 2 bowls. You’ll pick glaze colors at the end of the…
Wheel 101
Wheel 101
Wheel 101 is a two hour intro to creating bowls on the pottery wheel. You’ll learn to “throw” the clay and have the opportunity to make 2 bowls. You’ll pick glaze colors at the end of the session, and the bowls will be fired and glazed for you within a month! $75 includes all materials,…
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Christmas by Candlelight
Christmas by Candlelight
A cherished holiday tradition returns to Old Sturbridge Village! Relish old traditions and create new ones as you watch demonstrations of classic Christmas projects, stroll through the decorated Village and Christmas Tree Trail, listen to stories and live music, sample sweet treats, ride the horse-drawn carryall, and more. NEW this year: embark on a musical…
Mario Kart Competition (Ages 11-18)
Mario Kart Competition (Ages 11-18)
Do you think you’re a Mario Kart master? Well, come test your skills at our Mario Kart Competition! Challenge others, make new friends, and find out who is the ultimate Mario Kart champion.
Charlton Seniors New Year’s Eve Celebration
Charlton Seniors New Year’s Eve Celebration
The Charlton Public Library and Charlton Senior Center are teaming up to host our Second Annual New Year's Eve Celebration for our Seniors! Join us for some light refreshments and good conversation, and shake a leg to the sounds of the Mason Tyler Band! Seating is limited, so advanced registration is required. Please register online…
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Owl Prowl (All Ages)
Owl Prowl (All Ages)
Get up close with a live owl! Learn about the different species that inhabit our area and their nocturnal behaviors. Thank you to sponsors Attorney Bart Sayet and Ms. Lori Lindfors! Please note that live animals will be present in this program. Individuals are responsible for monitoring their own allergies. 11 - 11:45 am
Apple Country Music Together
Apple Country Music Together
A music and movement program available to children from birth to age 6 and their families based upon on-going scientific research, and designed to help nurture children's musical, cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth. Classes include singing and dancing. The program brings families together by providing a rich musical environment in the classroom and by…
Christmas by Candlelight
Christmas by Candlelight
A cherished holiday tradition returns to Old Sturbridge Village! Relish old traditions and create new ones as you watch demonstrations of classic Christmas projects, stroll through the decorated Village and Christmas Tree Trail, listen to stories and live music, sample sweet treats, ride the horse-drawn carryall, and more. NEW this year: embark on a musical…
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The Prudence Crandall Museum is pleased to announce our off-season opening schedule
The Prudence Crandall Museum is pleased to announce our off-season opening schedule
The guided tour brings visitors through the exhibit Canterbury Female Boarding School: Courage, Conscience, & Continuance, on display in the five rooms of the first floor. The second floor is not open to the public at this time. After the tour, which lasts approximately an hour to an hour and fifteen minutes, visitors are welcome to return to…
Christmas by Candlelight
Christmas by Candlelight
A cherished holiday tradition returns to Old Sturbridge Village! Relish old traditions and create new ones as you watch demonstrations of classic Christmas projects, stroll through the decorated Village and Christmas Tree Trail, listen to stories and live music, sample sweet treats, ride the horse-drawn carryall, and more. NEW this year: embark on a musical…
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Christmas by Candlelight
Christmas by Candlelight
A cherished holiday tradition returns to Old Sturbridge Village! Relish old traditions and create new ones as you watch demonstrations of classic Christmas projects, stroll through the decorated Village and Christmas Tree Trail, listen to stories and live music, sample sweet treats, ride the horse-drawn carryall, and more. NEW this year: embark on a musical…
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New Year Eve Square Dance By Rich Sbadella
New Year Eve Square Dance By Rich Sbadella
Held at Franklin Fire Department 5 Tyler Dr, North Franklin Ct Tuesday, December 31 Potluck at 7 pm Dancing starts at 8:15 Everyone is welcome, No experience needed. $10.00 per person. $30.00 per family. For more information email rich.sbardella@gmail.com or call (860) 460-9877 This is an alcoholic free event.
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Brimfield Winter Farmers’ Market
Brimfield Winter Farmers’ Market
The regular farmers' market season has ended but off-season orders can be placed throughout the winter! Pick-up is on the 1st & 3rd Saturday of each month from 10am to 12pm at the Hitchcock parking lot. Place orders bi-weekly for pickup. Turnabout Farm Baked Goods Baked goods, jams, honey, pickles and other seasonal goodies Contact…
Hay Burr Inn Winter Trail of Lights
Hay Burr Inn Winter Trail of Lights
Enjoy the magic of the winter season at your local equine rescue and sanctuary. Come meet the equines and walk the lighted trail with family and friends. The trail is a dirt path that is about a half-mile long. There is a slight hill at the end. Dates are Friday, December 20th, Sunday, December 29th…
