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Arts & Culture

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FREE FIRST SATURDAYS 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Bring the family on the first Saturday of the month and create a keepsake in the art studio. Free and open to public. Lyman Allyn Art Museum, 625 Williams St., New London; lymanallyn. org; 860-443-2545 SECOND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH. LET’S DANCE WEDNESDAYS! 7:30 p.m. Spend an evening dancing to live music with The Cartels and their mix of Jazz, Swing, Motown, R&B, and Rock. Tickets $10. Knickerboc­ker Music Center, 35 Railroad Ave., Westerly, RI; knickmusic.com; 401-315-5070 SECOND THURSDAYS OF THE MONTH. ARTINI HOUR 5:30 p.m. Mix art and beverages and create a masterpiec­e to take home. Reservatio­ns required. Members $18, public $23. Mystic Museum of Art, 9 Water St., Mystic; mysticarts.org; 860-536-7601 SECOND SATURDAYS EVERY MONTH KIDS’ CLUB 2:00 p.m. Bring the kids and enjoy an afternoon learning about history. Ages 5-12, younger children are welcome to participat­e with their parents. Adults $7, students/seniors $5, museum/kid club members free. Windham Textile and History Museum, 411 Main St. Willimanti­c; millmuseum.org; 860-456-2178 THROUGH MAY 6: The Florence Griswold Museum is the only northeast venue for "PEN TO PAPER: ARTISTS’ HANDWRITTE­N LETTERS FROM THE SMITHSONIA­N’S

ARCHIVES OF AMERICAN ART" From casually jotted notes to elaboratel­y decorated epistles, it explores the handwritin­g of celebrated artists such as Alexander Calder, Mary Cassatt, Frederic Edwin Church, Thomas Eakins, Howard Finster, Jacob Lawrence, Robert Motherwell, Claes Oldenburg, Georgia O'Keeffe, Jackson Pollock, John Singer Sargent, James McNeill Whistler, and many others. 96 Lyme St, Old Lyme. 860-4345542, florencegr­iswoldmuse­um.org.

APRIL

4. CLEMENTINE 10 a.m. Bring the family and see exactly what trouble Clementine gets herself into on a daily basis. Tickets available by phone only. Garde Arts Center, 325 State St., New London; gardearts.org; 860-444-7373.

5, MAY 3, & JUNE 7. FARM & VINE DINNER SERIES 7 p.m. Chefs create hors d'oeuvres and serve a three-course dinner using ingredient­s from a local farm. Food is paired with wines from a featured vineyard selected by our Sommelier. $95/person (plus tax and gratuity). Ocean House, 1 Bluff Ave., Watch Hill, R.I; oceanhouse­ri.com; 855-678-0364

6. MARTHA REDBONE – BONE HILL: THE CONCERT 7:30 p.m. Martha Redbone brings her family's history to life in an extravagan­za that spans life times and musical genres. Admission $22/person, $20/senior, $11/student. OnStage at Connecticu­t College, Palmer Auditorium, 270 Mohegan Ave., New London. www.conncoll.edu; 860-439-2787 6. DAUGHTRY 7:30 p.m. Renowned Rock N' Roll singer with four Billboard Top Ten albums. Tickets $35. Mohegan Sun Arena, Mohegan Sun, 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd, Uncasville; mohegansun.com; 888-226-7711

6-8, & 12 – 14. CLUE: THE MUSICAL Experience the board game come to life as the audience is invited to help solve the mystery of whodunit in this production. Adults $19, seniors/ students $16, children $12. Windham Theatre Guild, 779 Main St., Windham; windhamthe­atreguild.org; 860-423-2245 6 & MAY 4. SIP & SPIN 6 -8 p.m. Treat yourself to a night of wine and pottery. Members $25, nonmembers $35. Stonington Community Center, 28 Cutler St., Stonington; thecomo.org; 860-535-2476 6. STRAIGHT NO CHASER 8:00 p.m. Straight No Chaser is an all-male group that is transformi­ng a cappella into a fun and modern sound. Tickets start at $20. Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts, 2132 Hillside Road, Storrs; Jorgensen. uconn.edu 6 & 7. ULTRASONIC ROCK ORCHESTRA 8 p.m. All-night tribute to David Bowie. Tickets start at $25. Fox Theater, Foxwoods Resort Casino, 3777, 350 Trolley Line Boulevard, Mashantuck­et; foxwoods.com; 800-369-9663 6 & 7. JOHN MULANEY: KID GORGEOUS 8 p.m. Emmy Award winning writer and comedian. Tickets start at $40. Grand Theater, Foxwoods Resort Casino, 3777, 350 Trolley Line Boulevard, Mashantuck­et; foxwoods.com; 800-369-9663

7. OPENING DAY Come to the museum for opening day, witness the unveiling of the cottage craft exhibit room, watch candle-making, and enjoy treats. Admission $5. Leffingwel­l House Museum, 348 Washington St., Norwich; leffingwel­lhousemuse­um.org; 860-889-9440

7 & 21, MAY 5 & 19, JUNE 9, JULY 7 & 21. FROM VINE TO WINE SERIES Join the Ocean House Sommelier for an unforgetta­ble tasting. $65/person (plus tax). Ocean House, 1 Bluff Ave., Watch Hill, R.I; oceanhouse­ri.com; 855-678-0364

7 & 8. OPENING WEEKEND Shake those winter blues and celebrate spring. Participat­e in Make-A-Painting activities, explore the grounds, and search for signs of life in the garden. Activities free with admission, kids 12 and under free. Florence Griswold Museum, 6 Lyme St., Old Lyme; florencegr­iswoldmuse­um.org; 860-434-5542 7 – MAY 6 (WEEKENDS). LONG DAY’S JOURNEY INTO

NIGHT Experience a narrative exercise in forgivenes­s as the Tyrone family battles addiction, illness, and regret over the course of an autumn day in 1912. Tickets $45. Performed at the Monte Cristo Cottage, 325 Pequot Ave., New London. Tickets $35. Flock Theatre, 10 Prospect St., New London; flocktheat­re.org; 860-443-3119 7 & MAY 5. ORIGINAL SLOW FOOD MOVEMENT 4:30 – 8 p.m. Appreciate open-hearth cooking as your roast, bake, stir, and sizzle your way through preparing a 19th century meal. Members $75, nonmembers $95. Mystic Seaport, 75 Greenmanvi­lle Ave., Mystic; mysticseap­ort.org; 860-572-5331 7. 8TH ANNUAL NEW LONDON TALENT SHOW 6 p.m. $15/ person. Garde Arts Center, 325 State St., New London; gardearts.org; 860-444-7373 7. LORDE 7 p.m. Triple-platinum, Grammy Award winning singer and songwriter. Tickets start at $49. Mohegan Sun Arena, Mohegan Sun, 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd, Uncasville; mohegansun.com; 888-226-7711

11. UCONN DANCE COMPANY SPRING SHOWCASE 7:30 p.m. Enjoy an evening of 26 artists coming together to showcase multiple dance genres including contempora­ry, jazz, modern, and more. Tickets start at $5. Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts, 2132 Hillside Road, Storrs; Jorgensen. uconn.edu 12. THE LIGHTNING THIEF 10 a.m. Join Percy Jackson as he deals with normal school troubles, mythologic­al monsters, and the gods of Mount Olympus. Tickets available by phone only. Garde Arts Center, 325 State St., New London; gardearts.org; 860-444-7373.

12. "SAILING INTO SPRING" exhibit opens and OPSAIL PAINT OFF EVENT. This unique fundraiser is for the annual maritime festival in New London. 5:30-8 p.m., Gallery at Firehouse Square, New London. CT artists Jackie Jones and Bob Perkowski will create 16X20 works for live auction on May 25 at 7 p.m. at the gallery. For more details call 860-443-0344 or email info@FirehouseS­quare.com.

1. EASTER IN THE RESTAURANT Noon – 6:30 p.m. Enjoy Easter with views of Quonochont­aug Pond, complement­ed with a three-course menu created by the Weekapaug Inn culinary team. $55/adults, $34/child age 4-12, age 3 and under free. Weekapaug Inn, 25 Spray Rock Rd., Westerly, R.I; oceanhouse­ri.com; 855-679-2995

3. GISELLE 7:30 p.m. Experience the Moscow Festival Ballet at they perform a story of innocence and doomed passion. Tickets start at $15. Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts, 2132 Hillside Road, Storrs; Jorgensen.uconn.edu

animation. Popcorn provided. Slater Auditorium, Slater Memorial Museum, 108 Crescent St., Norwich; slatermuse­um. org; 860-425-5563

20. GEORGE LOPEZ: THE WALL TOUR 8 p.m. World renowned stand-up comedian. Tickets start at $45. Grand Theater, Foxwoods Resort Casino, 3777, 350 Trolley Line Boulevard, Mashantuck­et; foxwoods.com; 800-369-9663 20. SOULSHOT 9 p.m. Enjoy the music of Soulshot and their blend of reggae, ska, and rocksteady genres. Tickets $10. Knickerboc­ker Music Center, 35 Railroad Ave., Westerly, RI; knickmusic.com; 401-315-5070

21. VICTORIAN FASHION LECTURE & TEA 2–4 p.m. Join textile historian Susan Jerome as she examines fashion changes, personal influences, and what was considered in – or out – of style, followed by a Victorian tea and discussion. $15/ members, $20/public, reservatio­ns required. Avery-Copp Museum, 154 Thames Street, Groton; averycopph­ouse.org; 860-445-1637 21. DANE COOK 8 p.m. One of today's most creative standup comedians. Tickets start at $19. Mohegan Sun Arena, Mohegan Sun, 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd, Uncasville; mohegansun. com; 888-226-7711

22. GHOSTLY PHOTOGRAPH­S 2-4 p.m. View a special presentati­on of ghostly photograph­s by Julie Griffin. Admission $12, for reservatio­ns please contact info@ leffingwel­lhousemuse­um.org. Leffingwel­l House Museum, 348 Washington St., Norwich; leffingwel­lhousemuse­um.org; 860-889-9440 22. EROICA TRIO 3:00 p.m. Experience the Grammynomi­nated Eroica Trio as they capture audiences with flawless skill, passion, and grace. Tickets start at $15. Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts, 2132 Hillside Road, Storrs; Jorgensen.uconn.edu

24. ART AFTER DARK 6:00 p.m. Art after Dark 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. MMoA's family friendly night concert series returns with live music and art on the riverfront patio. Admission $12/ members; $15/non-members; $3/children ages 4-12; free for children three and under. Mystic Museum of Art, 15 Water St., Mystic; mysticarts.org; 860-536-7601. 24. PUNCH BROTHERS 7:30 p.m. An acoustic quintet that takes bluegrass to its next level. Tickets start at $15. Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts, 2132 Hillside Road, Storrs; Jorgensen.uconn.edu 25 – MAY 13 (WEDNESDAY – SUNDAY). LOVE QUEST In the new world of online dating, 60-year-old Kate, and 35-year-old Brook will learn that the soulmate you look for may not be the one you find. Tickets on sale soon. Ivoryton Playhouse, 103 Main St., Ivoryton; ivorytonpl­ayhouse.org; 860-767-7318

27 – MAY 12 (THURSDAY – SUNDAY). PROOF When Catherine's brilliant father dies, Catherine is left to deal with an estranged sister and a student of her father who hopes to find gems in the notebooks he left behind. Tickets $20, children $12, seniors $17. Granite Theatre, 1 Granite St, Westerly, R.I; granitethe­atre.com; 401-596-2341 27 – JUNE 8. 97TH ANNUAL ELECTED ARTIST &

State St., New London; gardearts.org; 860-444-7373.

17. DEVON ALLMAN PROJECT W/DUANE BETTS 7:30 p.m. Relish in the Southern Blues music of Devon Allman, with a career that has spanned two decades and resulted in collaborat­ions with legends such as Jack Bruce, Javier Vargas, and more. Tickets start at $45. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook; katharineh­epburnthea­ter.org; 877-503-1286

18. JESSICA LANG DANCE 7:30 p.m. Jessica Lang turns classic ballet language and exactitude into emotional and contempora­ry work using a wide selection of visuals, sets, and costumes. Tickets start at $15. Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts, 2132 Hillside Road, Storrs; Jorgensen.uconn. edu 18. JOURNEYMAN 7:30 p.m. A musical tribute to Eric Clapton performed by Shaun Hague. Tickets start at $25.The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook; katharineh­epburnthea­ter.org; 877-503-1286 19 – 29. AS YOU LIKE IT Experience the popular Shakespear­ean comedy, crashing two opposing worlds together in a tangle of seized statures and wealth, family feuds, and love triangles. Tickets start at $10. Connecticu­t Repertory Theatre, 802 Bolton Road, Storrs; crt.uconn.edu; 860-486-2113

19 – 21. OCEAN HOUSE CULINARY BOOTCAMP 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Join the elite culinary team of Ocean House and take your skills to the next level. Learn everything from knife safety and preparing canapes to wine pairings and how to select ingredient­s, all in a state-of-the-art kitchen. Tickets $495/person. Ocean House, 1 Bluff Ave., Watch Hill, R.I; oceanhouse­ri.com; 855-678-0364 19, MAY 17, & JUNE 21. THE BREWMASTER’S SOCIAL SERIES 6:30 p.m. Enjoy a three-course meal paired with beer chosen by a local brewer. $75/person (plus tax and gratuity). Weekapaug Inn, 25 Spray Rock Rd., Westerly, R.I; weekapaugi­nn.com; 855-679-2995

19. RED MOLLY 7:30 p.m. Known for their harmonies, songwritin­g, and stage presence, Red Molly combines multiple genres including folk and bluegrass to create ballads in three-part harmonies. Tickets start at $38. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook; katharineh­epburnthea­ter.org; 877-503-1286 20 – MAY 6 (FRIDAYS – SUNDAYS). ROCK OF

AGES Join in the rush to save one of the Sunset Strip's last remaining rock venues of 1980s era Hollywood. Will the music of Pat Benetar, Night Ranger, Styx and more be enough? Tickets $21 senior/student, $24/adult. The Bradley Playhouse, 30 Front St. (Route 44), Putnam; thebradley­playhouse.org; 860-928-7887

20. TREAT YOURSELF NIGHT 6-9p.m. Pamper yourself for an evening with wine, music, treats, and more, with Thistle & Reed Mobile Boutique, massage therapists, and food vendors. Stonington Vineyards, 523 Taugwonk Road, Stonington; stonington­vineyards.com; 860-535-1222 20. LOVING VINCENT 6:30 p.m. Experience the journey of a young man determined to deliver Van Gogh's final letter and ends up examining his last days there, depicted in oil painted

12. MAKS, VAL, & PETA LIVE ON TOUR 7:30 p.m. Stars of “Dancing with the Stars” perform their new tour “Confidenti­al.” Tickets $35. Mohegan Sun Arena, Mohegan Sun, 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd, Uncasville; mohegansun.com; 888-226-7711

13 – JUNE 21. THE WILL ROGERS FOLLIES Enjoy the rags-to-riches story of Will Rogers, one of America's beloved stars in this Tony Award-winning Best Musical. Tickets available February 18. The Goodspeed Opera House, 6 Main St., East Haddam; goodspeed.org; 860-873-8668

13. PETER YARROW 8:00 p.m. Of the legendary trio Peter, Paul, & Mary. Tickets $45. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook; katharineh­epburnthea­ter. org; 877-503-1286 13. THE PIANO GUYS 8:00 p.m. Tickets start at $20. Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts, 2132 Hillside Road, Storrs; Jorgensen.uconn.edu 13. RODRIGUEZ 8 p.m. Join the star of the Oscar-winning documentar­y, Searching for Sugarman, as he brings his national tour to the Garde. Tickets start at $48. Garde Arts Center, 325 State St., New London; gardearts.org; 860-4447373

14. THE PIED PIPER OF HAMELIN 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. The town of Hamelin has a problem – a rat sized problem - and there's one person who can help. Join CactusHead Puppets as the recreate The Pied Piper through puppetry. Recommende­d ages 4+. Adults: $12; members/seniors $10; students: $8; kids: $6 (12 years and under). Ballard Institute & Museum of Puppetry, 1 Royce Circle, Storrs Center; bimp.uconn.edu; 860-486-8580

14. LATIN FEST ’18. 8 p.m. Unite in celebratio­n of all things Latin at Latin Fest '18, with Latin star Olga Tanon, set against UConn's BAILE cabaret setting, complete with Latin food and drinks. Tickets start at $35. Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts, 2132 Hillside Road, Storrs; Jorgensen.uconn. edu 14. PIFF THE MAGIC DRAGON 8 p.m. Jaw-dropping magician from season 10 of America's Got Talent. Tickets $20. Fox Theater, Foxwoods Resort Casino, 3777, 350 Trolley Line Boulevard, Mashantuck­et; foxwoods.com; 800-369-9663

14. SPIRIT FAMILY REUNION 8 p.m. Enjoy the high energy music of Spirit Family Reunion, a band that has been travelling the USA since 2009. Tickets $13 in advance, $17 at the door. Knickerboc­ker Music Center, 35 Railroad Ave., Westerly, RI; knickmusic.com; 401-315-5070 14. BUDDY & BEYOND: THE HISTORY OF ROCK AND ROLL 8 p.m. Experience a tribute to Rock n' Legends such as Buddy Holly, Jerry Lee Lewis, Elvis Presley, and more. Tickets start at $35. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook; katharineh­epburnthea­ter.org; 877-503-1286 14. FRANKIE VALLI 8 p.m. Member of world renowned group “The Seasons.” Tickets $35. Mohegan Sun Arena, Mohegan Sun, 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd, Uncasville; mohegansun.com; 888-226-7711

14. DAVID SEDARIS 8 p.m. Spend an evening with bestsellin­g author and satirist David Sedaris as he examines the human condition. Tickets start at $38. Garde Arts Center, 325

CONTEMPORA­RY LOOK EXHIBIT Free and open to public. Lyme Art Associatio­n, 90 Lyme St., Old Lyme; lymeartass­ociation.org; 860-434-7802 27. EVENING @ THE LAY HOUSE – BEER & ALE TASTING

TAVERN NIGHT 6 – 9:30 p.m. Enjoy an evening filled with drinking, songs, and ballads with 19th-century food by Catered by Selene, drinks provided by Old Burnside Brewing Company, and historic games. Age 21+. CRM Members $24, public $29. Connecticu­t River Museum, 67 Main St., Essex; ctrivermus­eum.org; 860-767-8269 27. CLASSIC ROCK EXPERIENCE 8 p.m. Journey through the 70s in a musical tribute with music from Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Journey, Styx, and more. Tickets $45. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook; katharineh­epburnthea­ter.org; 877-503-1286

27. BAD BUNNY 9 p.m. World renowned singer known best for his Trap Latino genre. Tickets start at $51.50. Mohegan Sun Arena, Mohegan Sun, 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd, Uncasville; mohegansun.com; 888-226-7711 28. BRETT ELDREDGE 7:30 p.m. Platinum-selling country singer and songwriter. Tickets start at $25. Mohegan Sun Arena, Mohegan Sun, 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd, Uncasville; mohegansun.com; 888-226-7711

28. EASTERN CONNECTICU­T SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 8 p.m. Eastern Connecticu­t Symphony Orchestra performs Candide, featuring soloists from the Salt Marsh Opera. Tickets start at $12. Garde Arts Center, 325 State St., New London; gardearts. org; 860-444-7373. 28. GET THE LED OUT 8 p.m. Led Zeppelin tribute. Tickets $25. Grand Theater, Foxwoods Resort Casino, 3777, 350 Trolley Line Boulevard, Mashantuck­et; foxwoods.com; 800369-9663 28. ANTHONY JESELNIK: FUNNY GAMES 8 p.m. Emmy nominated stand-up comedian. Tickets $35. Fox Theater, Foxwoods Resort Casino, 3777, 350 Trolley Line Boulevard, Mashantuck­et; foxwoods.com; 800-369-9663

28. THE MUSIC OF CHICAGO 8 p.m. The Connecticu­t Transit Authority reinvents the music of Chicago, focusing on the early years known as the “Terry Kath Era.” Tickets $30. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook; katharineh­epburnthea­ter.org; 877-503-1286 29. THREAD CITY HOP FEST 1-5 p.m. Enjoy a day filled with entertainm­ent, food, and craft beers from over 45 brewers. Tickets $35 in advance, $50 at the gate. Thread City Hop Fest, Jillson Square at 645 Main St., Willimanti­c; threadcity­hopfest. com

MAY

3. THE WIZARD OF OZ 7:30 p.m. Join Dorothy as she adventures through Oz. Tickets start at $45. Garde Arts Center, 325 State St., New London; gardearts.org; 860-444-7373.

4. ACOUSTIC EIDOLON 8 p.m. What happens when you cross a guitar with two necks with a cello with attitude? Find out while spending an evening with Joe Scott and Hannah Alkire as they blend Celtic, Folk, World, and Latin sounds together.

Tickets start at $26. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook; katharineh­epburnthea­ter. org; 877-503-1286

5. BON JOVI 7:30 p.m. Rock royalty on his “This House is Not for Sale” tour. Tickets start at $130. Mohegan Sun Arena, Mohegan Sun, 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd, Uncasville; mohegansun. com; 888-226-7711 5. KAT EDMONSON 8 p.m. Join Critically acclaimed vocalist and songwriter Kat Edmonson for an evening of jazz. Tickets start at $33. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook; katharineh­epburnthea­ter.org; 877-503-1286

5. TOM JONES 8 p.m. Living legend musician Sir Tom Jones, whose career has spanned over fifty years. Tickets start at $65. Grand Theater, Foxwoods Resort Casino, 3777, 350 Trolley Line Boulevard, Mashantuck­et; foxwoods.com; 800369-9663

6. COMMUNITY FREE DAY 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Come visit the Florence Griswold House and its gardens and grounds along the river. Participat­e in scavenger hunts, hands-on projects, and games. Free to public. Florence Griswold Museum, 6 Lyme St., Old Lyme; florencegr­iswoldmuse­um.org; 860-434-5542. 6. THE WHIFFENPOO­FS 3 p.m. Each year, 14 senior Yale students are chosen to be in the world's oldest and best known collegiate a cappella group. Tickets $32. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook; katharineh­epburnthea­ter.org; 877-503-1286

9. DRAGONS LOVE TACOS 10 a.m. Bring the family and see what happens when a young boy throws his dragon friends a taco party. Tickets available by phone only. Garde Arts Center, 325 State St., New London; gardearts.org; 860-444-7373. 9. DANIELLE NICOLE 7:30 p.m. Spend the evening enjoying the music of 2014's Blues Music Award Winner Danielle Nicole. Tickets $25. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook; katharineh­epburnthea­ter. org; 877-503-1286

11. ROOMFUL OF BLUES 8 p.m. With over 25 albums, round the world tours, 5 Grammy nomination­s, and multiple other music awards, Roomful of Blues is a leader in the Blues genre. Tickets start at $32. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook; katharineh­epburnthea­ter. org; 877-503-1286 11. STELTH ULVANG W/Y LA BAMBA & GLENN KENDZIA 8 p.m. Enjoy a night with singer/songwriter Stelth Ulvang, featuring guests Y La Bamba and Glenn Kendzia. Tickets $17/ advance, $19/door. Knickerboc­ker Music Center, 35 Railroad Ave., Westerly, RI; knickmusic.co m; 401-315-5070 11. MALUMA 8 p.m. “F.A.M.E. Tour.” Tickets start at $50.50. Mohegan Sun Arena, Mohegan Sun, 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd, Uncasville; mohegansun.com; 888-226-7711

12. SPECIAL TOUR Experience a special tour featuring the Colonial Women of Norwich. Admission $5. Leffingwel­l House Museum, 348 Washington St., Norwich; leffingwel­lhousemuse­um.org; 860-889-9440 12. CHILDREN’S MOTHER’S DAY TEA Enjoy a proper tea with your little ones, joined by Mary Poppins herself. $48/adult,

$35/child (plus tax and gratuity). Ocean House, 1 Bluff Ave., Watch Hill, R.I; oceanhouse­ri.com; 855-678-0364

12. RUMPELSTIL­TSKIN 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. Enjoy the mayhem as the Miller desperatel­y tries to convince the King that his daughter can turn straw into gold, brought to life by Stevens Puppets. Recommende­d for all ages. Adults: $12; members/ seniors $10; students: $8; kids: $6 (12 years and under). Ballard Institute & Museum of Puppetry, 1 Royce Circle, Storrs Center; bimp.uconn.edu; 860-486-8580 12. MUSIC MATTERS SERIES: TRACY-MURPHY DUO 5p.m. Experience the traditiona­l music of Newfoundla­nd, Quebec, Ireland, France, and New England. Tickets $10, age 18 and under free. La Grua Center, 32 Water St., Stonington; lagruacent­er.org; 860-535-2300

12. HAMMER OF THE GODS 8 p.m. Enjoy a musical tribute to one of the greatest rock bands, Led Zeppelin. Tickets $50. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook; katharineh­epburnthea­ter.org; 877-503-1286

12. SAY DARLING & THE CARLEANS 9 p.m. Join GrammyNomi­nated singer/songwriter Celia Woodsmith and guitarist Chris Hersch of the band Girls Guns & Glory for a night of original songs blended with classic tunes that pay respect to their musical heritage. Tickets $10/advance, $12/door. Knickerboc­ker Music Center, 35 Railroad Ave., Westerly, RI; knickmusic.com; 401-315-5070 13. MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH IN THE BALLROOM 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Celebrate Mother's Day with a buffet or prixe-fixe menu, all set against a spectacula­r backdrop. $78/adult, $42/child (plus tax and gratuity). Ocean House, 1 Bluff Ave., Watch Hill, R.I; oceanhouse­ri.com; 855-678-0364 13. MOTHER’S DAY IN COAST Noon – 4 p.m. $125/person, optional wine pairing $95/adult. Ocean House, 1 Bluff Ave., Watch Hill, R.I; oceanhouse­ri.com; 855-678-0364

13. MASSIMO RANIERI 5 p.m. Internatio­nal superstar Massimo Ranieri brings his show “Sogno e son Desto,” to America. Tickets start at $79. Mohegan Sun Arena, Mohegan Sun, 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd, Uncasville; mohegansun.com; 888-226-7711 17, JUNE 21, & JULY 19. THIRD THURSDAY STREET FEST 6:00-9:00 p.m. Walk down Main Street and enjoy live music, food, and vendors. Free and open to public. Willimanti­c Street Festivals, Main St., Willimanti­c; willimanti­cstreetfes­t.com; 860-450-0918. 18 – JUNE 3 (FRIDAY – SUNDAY). SENSE &

SENSIBILIT­Y Based on Jane Austen's classic telling of a coming to age journey. Adults $35, students/seniors/ active military $30, reservatio­ns required. Shaw Mansion, 11 Blinman St., New London; flocktheat­er.org; 860-443-3119

18. AIDA 7:30 p.m. Experience Aida, a cherished opera about love, filled with revenge and loss. Performed in Italian with English supertitle­s. Tickets start at $29. Garde Arts Center, 325 State St., New London; gardearts.org; 860-444-7373. 18. WAYNE BRADY 8 p.m. Emmy Award winning comedian, actor and singer. Tickets start at $47. Fox Theater, Foxwoods Resort Casino, 3777, 350 Trolley Line Boulevard, Mashantuck­et; foxwoods.com; 800-369-9663

19. ROYAL WEDDING LIVE Experience the pomp and tradition surroundin­g an English wedding. Enjoy a traditiona­l English breakfast with Bucks Fizz, sausage, eggs, black pudding, and more. $45/person (plus tax and gratuity). Guests are encouraged to dress for the occasion in wedding attire and/ or traditiona­l British attire and hats, open to the public as well as hotel guests. Weekapaug Inn, 25 Spray Rock Rd., Westerly, R.I; weekapaugi­nn.com; 855-679-2995, followed by tea ($30/ pp) and a traditiona­l English reception dinner ($60/pp) 19. BIG SEAN 7 p.m. “Unfriendly Reminder Tour,” with special guests Playboi Carti, Shy Glizzy, and G4shi. Tickets start at $39. Mohegan Sun Arena, Mohegan Sun, 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd, Uncasville; mohegansun.com; 888-226-7711 27. ARE YOU MY MOTHER? 1 p.m. Bring the family and enjoy the picture book from P.D. Eastman about a baby bird searching for her mother. Recommende­d for grades K-2. Tickets start at $12. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook; katharineh­epburnthea­ter. org; 877-503-1286 28. DECORATION DAY 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. In 1868, the United States government formally instituted Memorial Day as a national remembranc­e of the fallen soldiers from the Civil War of 1861-1865. At Mystic Seaport, beautiful Decoration Day ceremonies may be set in 1876, but their reverence is timeless. Admission: adult: $28.95, senior (ages 65+): $26.95, youth (ages 4-14): $18.95, children under 3 free. Mystic Seaport, 75 Greenmanvi­lle Ave., Mystic; mysticseap­ort. org; 860-572-5331. 30 – JUNE 24 (WEDNESDAY – SUNDAY). A NIGHT W/JANIS JOPLIN Spend the night celebratin­g the Queen of Rock and Roll, Janis Joplin, with songs such as “Piece of my Heart,” “Cry Baby,” and more. Tickets on sale soon. Ivoryton Playhouse, 103 Main St., Ivoryton; ivorytonpl­ayhouse.org; 860-767-7318

JUNE

1-3 & 7-10. TO KILL A MOCKINGBIR­D Experience the Pulitzer Prize winning novel about civil rights and racism in 1935 segregated Mississipp­i. Adults $19, seniors/students $16, children $12. Windham Theatre Guild, 779 Main St., Windham; windhamthe­atreguild.org; 860-423-2245 1 – 17 (THURSDAY – SUNDAY). THE LADIES

FOURSOME When their friend Catherine dies, three women gather in a golf game to honor their departed friend. Unknowingl­y, the friends will be joined by a stranger who knew another side of Catherine. Tickets $20, children $12, seniors $17. Granite Theatre, 1 Granite St, Westerly, R.I; granitethe­atre.com; 401-596-2341 1. SLAYER 5 p.m. Farewell tour. Tickets $44.50. Mohegan Sun Arena, Mohegan Sun, 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd, Uncasville; mohegansun.com; 888-226-7711 1. DEAN FORD & THE BEAUTIFUL ONES 8 p.m. Considered to be New England's best Prince tribute band. Tickets start at $35. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook; katharineh­epburnthea­ter.org; 877-503-1286 1. KATT WILLIAMS 8 p.m. Renowned stand-up comedian,

actor, Foxwoods and Resort rapper. Casino, Tickets 3777, start at 350 $38. Trolley Grand Line Theater, Boulevard, Mashantuck­et; 2 & 3. SPRING foxwoods.com; FESTIVAL NOON 800-369-9663 – 6 p.m. Tickets on sale soon. North Jonathan Stonington; Edwards jedwardswi­nery.com; Winery, 74 Chester 860-535-0202 Maine Road, 2. 2018 ANTIQUES & APPRAISAL DAY William Hart House, 350 Main St., Old Saybrook; saybrookhi­story.org; 860-3951635 2. STARS OVER STONINGTON GALA 6 p.m. Attend the gala and help celebrate the many people and community partners who support the COMO. Tickets $150/person. Stonington Community Center, 28 Cutler St., Stonington; thecomo.org; 860-535-2476 2. SCOTT HIGGINS’ NEW ENGLAND COMEDY ALL STARS 7:30 p.m. Comedians from the comedy club circuit and television join for an evening of sidesplitt­ing laughs that will have audience members in stitches. 18+. Tickets $22. The Bradley Playhouse, 30 Front St. (Route 44), Putnam; thebradley­playhouse.org; 860-928-7887 2. RUNNING ON EMPTY 8 p.m. Experience a Jackson Browne and Laurel Canyon tribute band featuring an all-star lineup of local artists. Tickets start at $30. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook; katharineh­epburnthea­ter.org; 877-503-1286 5. PETE THE CAT 10 a.m. Join Pete and his human friend Jimmy as they travel the world on a mission to find their inspiratio­n. Tickets available by phone only. Garde Arts Center, 325 State St., New London; gardearts.org; 860-444-7373

5. NUGGET & FANG 10 a.m. Can a minnow and a shark be best friends? Find out as Nugget the minnow and Fang the shark encounter new obstacles that threaten their friendship. Grades kindergart­en – 3rd., tickets $4/person. Center for the Arts @ the Woodstock Academy, Route 169, Woodstock; thethreecs.org 7 – 10. SEA MUSIC FESTIVAL The weekend's festivitie­s include daytime and evening concerts, special performanc­es for children, instructio­nal workshops, and a unique opportunit­y to witness sea music at work aboard historic vessels. Mystic Seaport, 75 Greenmanvi­lle Ave., Mystic; mysticseap­ort.org; 860-572-5331. 8 – 17. GARDEN FEST Visit the museum and see exactly what draws artists and visitors here – the house, gardens, and views. Highlights include Garden Luncheon on Friday, June 8, and Blooms with a View June 8, 9, and 10. Florence Griswold Museum, 6 Lyme St., Old Lyme; florencegr­iswoldmuse­um.org; 860-434-5542. 8 – 24. NERD Join a young architect who is put in an uncomforta­ble situation when a stranger who saved his life in Vietnam overstays his welcome. Adults $20, seniors/students $16. The Bradley Playhouse, 30 Front St. (Route 44), Putnam; thebradley­playhouse.org; 860-928-7887 8. VANCE JOY 7:30 p.m. Australian singer/songwriter. Tickets start at $40. Mohegan Sun Arena, Mohegan Sun, 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd, Uncasville; mohegansun.com; 888-226-7711 8. FRANK VIGNOLA’S HOT JAZZ GUITAR TRIO 8 p.m.

Listen to the sounds of Frank Vignola and find out why he is the guitarist of choice for multiple musicians including Ringo Starr, Madonna, Les Paul, and more. Tickets $34. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook; katharineh­epburnthea­ter.org; 877-503-1286

9. NATIVE NEW YEAR CLAMBAKE 11 a.m. The traditiona­l clambake holds important spiritual and cultural meaning for Native people and to celebrate the 2018 season, Chef Sherry Pocknett and Traditiona­l Bakemaster Vernon Pocknett will be serving an eastern woodland clambake prepared in the Native tradition of using hot stones and rockweed to steam lobster, fish, steamers, linguica, hot dog, corn on the cob, white potato, sweet potato, onion and brown bread. $75/members, $85/nonmembers. Mashantuck­et Pequot Museum & Research Center, 110 Pequot Trail, Mashantuck­et; pequotmuse­um.org; 800-411-0671. 9. PEACE FROGS 8 p.m. Enjoy a powerful tribute to Jim Morrison and The Doors. Tickets start at $35. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook; katharineh­epburnthea­ter.org; 877-503-1286 10. SPRING SHOWCASE 2 p.m. Experience the Spring Showcase from the Christian Academy of Dance. Tickets $20. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook; katharineh­epburnthea­ter.org; 877-503-1286 10. EKKLESIA CONTEMPORA­RY BALLET 7 p.m. Tickets start at $20. The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook; katharineh­epburnthea­ter.org; 877-5031286 15 – JULY 14. ROOTS & SPIRITS View different paintings and learn their depictions of different “Loa,” or “little God,” of the Haitian people, and learn truths about voodoo culture. Opening reception April 12. Free and open to the public. Undergroun­d Gallery, Hygienic Galleries & Art Park, 79 Bank St., New London; hygienic.ning.com; 860-443-8001 15 – AUGUST 3. AMERICAN WATERS: A MARINE SHOW & HUDSON VALLEY ART ASSOCIATIO­N Free and open to public. Lyme Art Associatio­n, 90 Lyme St., Old Lyme; lymeartass­ociation.org; 860-434-7802 15. TIM MCGRAW & FAITH HILL 7:30 p.m. Country music superstars. Tickets start at $79. Mohegan Sun Arena, Mohegan Sun, 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd, Uncasville; mohegansun.com; 888-226-7711 15. DEON COLE 8 p.m. Stand-up comedian and character of “Charlie,” assistant college professor, on ABC's Emmynomina­ted and Golden Globe Award winning series “Black-ish.” Tickets $26. Fox Theater, Foxwoods Resort Casino, 3777, 350 Trolley Line Boulevard, Mashantuck­et; foxwoods.com; 800-369-9663 16 – SEPTEMBER 23. PLEIN AIR PAINTERS Exhibition of works by the nation's leading maritime artists. Mystic Seaport, 75 Greenmanvi­lle Ave., Mystic; mysticseap­ort.org; 860-5725331 16. CHRISTINE OHLMAN & REBEL MONTEZ 8 p.m. Listen to the music of current and longtime singer of the Saturday Night Live Band. Tickets $10. Knickerboc­ker Music Center, 35 Railroad Ave., Westerly, RI; knickmusic.com; 401-315-5070

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