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SUMMER STORIES: Summer Stories will be held Tuesday, June 20 and June 27, 10:30 a.m. in the Hubbard Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Story time for ages 3 to 6. Come hear stories old and new, create a craft, and dance a little. Siblings welcome; drop-in. AUTHOR TALK: Author Harry Haskell will give a free illustrated talk on “Maiden Flight,” 6:30 p.m. June 20, at the Essex Library, 33 West Ave. Focus on Katharine’s relationship with brothers Orville and Wilbur and her contribution to their scientific work. RSVP: 860-767-1560. SUMMER MOVIES: Family Summer Movie Series at the Henry Carter Hull Library, Clinton, will begin Tuesday, June 20 at 2:30 p.m. with The Lego Batman Movie. Future movies: June 27, Despicable Me, July 11, Kubo and the Two Strings, July 18, Queen of Katwe, July 25, The BFG, Aug. 1, Disneynature Monkey Kingdom, Aug. 8, Pete’s Dragon, Aug. 15, the Jungle Book, Aug. 22, Into the Woods, Aug. 29, Finding Dory. Bring snacks, blankets, stuffies, or anything else to make yourself comfy. PLANTING SCIENCE: Planting Science, Tuesday, June 20, 3 p.m. in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Come and explore the natural world that surrounds us. For ages 6 and up, free. GROUNDBREAKING, MEETING: Members and Friends are invited to attend a ground breaking for the construction of the Greater Middletown Military Museum, on Tuesday, June 20 at 2 p.m. in Veterans Park on Walnut Grove Road, Middletown. The Greater Middletown Military Museum will meet at 7 p.m. at the American Legion Building, 58 Bernie O’Rourke Drive, Middletown. All are welcome. SUMMER TAI CHI: Summer Tai Chi on the River will begin on Tuesday, June 20 at 7 a.m. at the Deep River Landing, and will meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays for ten weeks throughout the summer. Classes are free and are taught again this year by David Shaver, of Peaceful Wolf T’ai Chi Ch’uan in East Haddam. All are welcome; the classes are the Deep River Rotary Club’s give to the community.

Wednesday, June 21

READING BUDDIES: Summer Reading Buddies will meet June 21, June 28, 2 p.m. in the Storytelling Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Meetings continueon Wednesdays through Aug. 23. Members of the Teen Advisory Council are available to become Reading Buddies for all kids ages 3-10. Registration is required, in person or by phone, 860-344-8479. STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL: St. Bridget’s Annual Strawberry Festival will be held on Wednesday, June 21, from 6-8 p.m. in the church hall at 75 Moodus-Leesvilie Road in Moodus. Note the change from the traditional Tuesday to Wednesday this year. Generous portions of old-fashioned shortcake topped with fresh-picked strawberries and real whipped cream, $6, with a beverage; take-out available. A theme basket fundraiser will be held. For information call 860-873-8581 or 860-2593728. COURTYARD FUN: Courtyard Fun, June 21, 2 p.m. in the courtyard, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Join us in the library’s courtyard for some outside fun. We’ll have sidewalk chalk, bubbles and more! For ages 3-12. OSCAR MOVIE: And the Oscar Goes to . . . Moonlight, June 21, 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. in the Hubbard Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Moonlight chronicles the childhood, adolescence and burgeoning adulthood of a young, African-American, gay man growing up in a rough neighborhood of Miami. WESLEYAN POTTERS: Wesleyan Potters Gallery Shop features the work of ceramicists Alex Psillos, Lydia Johnson and Justin Gerace, June 21-July 16, opening reception, June 22, 5-7 p.m. at 350 South Main Street, Middletown. Free admission. For details call 860-3475925 or visit www.wesleyanpotters.com.

Thursday, June 22

MILITARY WRITING GROUP: We Were There: Writing Your Military Experiences, will meet June 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, 6:30pm. Meeting Room 2, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Author Elisabeth Petry will continue to lead The Veterans’ Writing Group. This series, in its third year, invites Veterans to share their stories and photos in their own voices. The workshop facilitator is Christy Billings; call 860-347-2528 or cbillings@russelllibrary.org Sponsored by The Friends of

the Russell Library.

WESLEYAN POTTERS: Wesleyan Potters Gallery Shop features the work of ceramicists Alex Psillos, Lydia Johnson and Justin Gerace, June 21-July 16, opening reception, June 22, 5-7 p.m. at 350 South Main Street, Middletown. Free admission. For details call 860-3475925 or visit www.wesleyanpotters.com. AUTHOR TALK: Chester Village West concludes its Spring Lifelong Learning Program with a free-and-open-to-the-public talk by author and journalist Susan Campbell on Thursday, June 22 at 4 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Registration is required; seating is limited to 40 people per lecture on a first-come, first-served basis. To register, call 860-650-1815 or email ChesterVillageWest@LCSnet.com. SELF DEFENSE FOR TEENS: Self Defense for Teens by Cromwell Martial Arts will be held June 22, 6:30 p.m. in the Hubbard Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Learn basic selfdefense techniques taught by students from Cromwell Martial Arts. Some sections will focus specifically on college safety for those students heading off to college in the fall. Register by calling the Youth and Family Learning Department at 860-347-2528 x 147. ANIMAL EMBASSY: Animal Embassy at Acton Public Library will be held June 22, 6:30 p.m. Learn the talents of a diverse group of Animal Ambassadors that build complicated structures: nest building, burrow making and web spinning; meet live Animal Ambassadors such as a Red- Foot Tortoise, a Monk Parakeet, a Mandarin Duck, a Chilean Rose-Haired Tarantula, a Ferret, an Argentinian Horned Frog, an African Hedgehog or African Porcupine, and a Flower Mantis. Best for ages 6 and up. For information call 860-3953184. COVENANT VILLAGE: Covenant Village of Cromwell is hosting “A Day in the Life at Covenant Village of Cromwell” on Thursday, June 22, 10:30 a.m. The free program allows guests to experience what it’s like to live at a retirement community, with afree fitness evaluation, an opportunity to meet with the nutritionist, and an update on Covenant Village of Cromwell’s expansion plans. Barbecue lunch and dessert provided. Reservations required; call 877-236-0875

or visiting www.covenantvillageofcromwell.org. GOFF HOUSE CONCERTS: The Joseph N. Goff House has announced the musical line up of local Connecticut bands for the 2017 Goff House Gazebo Concert Series, held Thursdays evenings at 6:30 p.m. at the Center School Gazebo in the East Hampton Village Center on Main and Summit Streets. June 22, East Hampton High School Jazz Band; June 29, Jake Kulak & The Lowdown; July 13, The Modern Riffs; July 20, Plywood Cowboy; July 27, Old Dog New Tricks; Aug. 3, to be announced. Listeners of all ages are welcome to attend and bring picnics and seating; refreshments sold by the Cub Scouts.

Friday, June 23

BUILDERS CLUB: Builders’ Club meets Friday, June 23, 4 p.m. in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. For ages 5-12. SUMMERFEST: Henry Carter Hull Library’s Summerfest returns June 23-24 at the library in Clinton. June 23, preview book sale, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. The book sale continues June 24, along with live music by The Engine Room, crafts, food for sale, outdoor games and surprises. For details go to hchlibrary.org

Saturday, June 24

WORK PARTIES: Canoeists and kayakers are summoned to help remove invasive water chestnut plants from the Floating Meadows on Saturdays, June 24, and July 8 – all starting at 1 p.m. from the canoe and kayak launch at 181 Johnson St. in Middletown. Many volunteers, including land-based volunteers, are needed. To sign up email jhall@thejonahcenter.org. SUMMERFEST: Henry Carter Hull Library’s Summerfest returns June 23-24 at the library in Clinton. June 23, preview book sale, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. The book sale continues June 24, along with live music by The Engine Room, crafts, food for sale, outdoor games and surprises. For details go to hchlibrary.org YOGA IN THE COURTYARD: Yoga in the Courtyard, June 24, 11 a.m. at the Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown, led by Jeff Hush. No prior experience necessary, and no mats will be used. In case of rain, the program will be held in the Hubbard Room. Sponsored by The Friends of the Russell Library. GREYHOUND FUNDRAISER: Arrigoni Winery teams up with CT Greyhound Adoption for 5th Annual Wine Tasting Fundraiser, Saturday, June 24, 6:30-9 p.m., rain or shine, at Arrigoni Winery, 1287 Portland-Cobalt Road/Route 66, Portland. Tickets $30 advance, $35 at the door. Reserve at http://www. ctgreyhounds.org/winetasting.html

Sunday, June 25

CUT-A-THON: Chameleon Haircolor Cafe’ and Spa will sponsor the “CDHR Cut-athon” to benefit the Connecticut Draft Horse Rescue on Sunday, June 25, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Chameleon Haircolor Café (323 Washington Ave, North Haven. For a $25 donation, receive a haircut, styled or braided by a professional, high-end stylist whose price normally starts at $65. No appointments necessary. A tea cup raffle with prizes from local businesses, a wine-pull with a buy-in at $25/pull, and photos for a donation with the Percheron team of Spencer & Oliver will also be available All money raised will go directly to CDHR’s capital campaign to build our forever home at Autumn Ridge in East Hampton. To donate to CDHR, go to http://ctdraftrescue.com/ index.html MEN’S CHORUS CONCERT: Cappella Cantorum Men’s Chorus Concert will be held Sunday, June 25, 3 p.m., at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 232 Durham Rd. Madison. Music From Around the World includes: Brothers, Sing On! Viva L’Amour, Cantique de Jean Racine, Ezekiel Saw de Wheel, Johny Cash Medley and Hallelujah, Leonard Cohen. Tickets $20 at the door or online at www.CappellaCantorum.org KIDZ KONNECTION: “The Laramie Project” will be performed by E.D.G.E., Kidz Konnection’s advanced acting troupe on Sunday, June 25, 12 p.m. in the Kidz Konnection studio, 16 West Main St, Clinton. This is a free, limited seating event (adult discretion for youth under 14). Reserve seats at 860-227-2363/shorelineactorscollective@gmail. com. ART RECEPTION: Cooper & Smith Gallery, 10 Main Street, Essex, celebrates its second anniversary on Friday, June 23, 5-7 p.m. with an art reception to feature De Paris à Venise: Henry St. Clair (French, 1899 - 1990). Live music and light fare provided; for information call 860-581-8526 or go to www.coopersmithgallery.com.

Monday, June 26

SUPPORT GROUP: Eating Disorders Anonymous (EDA), a group based on the 12 steps of AA for those suffering with any type of eating disorder, holds open discussion meetings on Mondays from 6-7 p.m. at the Deep River Congregational Church, 1 Church St., Deep River. For information call 860-399-7313. BIRTHDAY BASH: The East Hampton Senior Center’s June Birthday Bash-Monday, June 26 at 12 p.m. SIMON SAYS: Simon Says, June 26, 1 p.m. in the Hubbard Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. How good are you at following directions? Test your skills by playing Simon Says. For ages 3 and up. Drop in. AUDITIONS: Auditions for Oliver Twist and High School Musical will be held June 26, 4-7 p.m. at Kidz Konnection, 16 W. Main St, Clinton. All age levels from 5 to 18 invited. Call 860-227-2363 or email kidzkonnectionct@ gmail.com for an audition slot. For information, go to kidzkonnectionct.org.

Tuesday, June 27

ADULT COLORING: Adult Coloring—Build a Better World, will be held June 27 at 3 p.m. in Meeting Room 2, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Adults are welcome to come and experience the joys of coloring. Bring your own pencils and templates or use the ones we provide. Free, no registration required.

SUMMER MOVIES: Family Summer Movie Series at the Henry Carter Hull Library, Clinton, are held on Tuesdays at 2:30 p.m. June 27, Despicable Me, July 11, Kubo and the Two Strings, July 18, Queen of Katwe, July 25, The BFG, Aug. 1, Disneynature Monkey Kingdom, Aug. 8, Pete’s Dragon, Aug. 15, the Jungle Book, Aug. 22, Into the Woods, Aug. 29, Finding Dory. Bring snacks, blankets, stuffies, or anything else to make yourself comfy. BOOK DISCUSSION: Young Adult Book Discussion: Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher, will be held June 27, 3 p.m. in the Storytelling Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Register by calling the Youth and Family Learning Department at 860-347-2528 x 147. FINANCIAL LITERACY FOR MILLENNIALS: Financial Literacy for Millennials will be held June 27, 6 p.m. in the Hubbard Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. From Millennials to Boomers – Sound Financial Advice for the Generations from Peter Leppones, CFP, Financial Advisor. To register call 860-347-2528.

MYSTERY BOOK: Classic Mystery Book Discussion – Rebecca, June 27, 12 p.m. in the Hubbard Room, 6:30 p.m. in Meeting Room 3, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Copies available at the Circulation Desk. Book discussion meets monthly. CHAMBER MEETING: The Clinton Chamber of Commerce will hold a special Nexus meeting jointly with the Killingworth Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, June 27, from 7:45 – 8:45 a.m. at the office of Edward Jones – Financial Advisor, 239 East Main Street, Clinton. Nexus meetings are held monthly on the fourth Tuesday of each month (except December). Pre-registration is required. Call the Clinton Chamber of Commerce at 860-669-3889 or email chamber@clintonct.com.

Wednesday, June 28

BRICK BUNCH: Deep River Public Library’s Brick Bunch meets June 8 and June 28, 3:45-4:45 p.m. for open Lego construction. This is a drop-in program, with large blocks for the younger kids. For more information on any of these programs, call 860-526-6039 or email at drplchildrensdept@gmail.com.

BUBBLEOLOGY: Bubbleology with the Connecticut Science Center at the Deep River Public Library, June 28, 5:30 p.m. Learn about the science of bubbles with a STEM educator. This program is best suited for children 4 and up and is limited to 25 participants. Registration is required. Call 860-526-6039 or email at drplchildrensdept@gmail. com OSCAR MOVIE: And the Oscar Goes to . . . Arrival, 2 p.m., 6 p.m., June 28, in the Hubbard Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Free. WELLNESS WEDNESDAY: Wellness Wednesdays at the Henry Carter Hull Library, Sugar Blues with Gina Ledwith, Certified Holistic Health Coach, June 28, 6 p.m. Craving sweets? Always tired? Kick the sugar habit and feel great in your body. Details at hchlibrary.org

Thursday, June 29

BABY RHYME TIME: Baby Rhyme Time will be held Thursday, June 29, 10:30 a.m. in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. For babies one year and under and their caregivers. We’ll sing songs, learn rhymes, finger plays and more in this

fun, interactive program. Drop-in; no registration. BABY BOUNCE: Deep River Public Library’s Baby Bounce, a lap sit program for babies up to 24 months and their caregivers, followed by open play and social time, will be held June 8, 15 and 29 at 10:30 a.m. Older siblings may attend. No registration is required. For more information on any of these programs, please call 860-526-6039 or email at drplchildrensdept@gmail.com LAUGHTER YOGA: Laughter Yoga for the Whole Family, with Robert Rivest Thursday, June 29 at 6:30 p.m. Best for ages 4 and up. For information call 860395-3184.

EXOPLANETS: Wesleyan post-doctoral astronomy researcher Wilson Cauley will give a free illustrated talk on the quest to find signs of life on other planets on June 29, 7 p.m. at the Essex Library, 33 West Ave., with a focus on the challenges facing the search for extrasolar life and the ongoing missions in our own solar system. RSVP: 860767-1560. ADULT CRAFT NIGHT: Craft Night for Adults: Glitter Everything at the Henry Carter Hull Library, June 29, 7 p.m. Make some everyday objects sparkle. Bring an item from home, or use one of our jars to make a glamorous container for yourself or a gift. Free event - No registration. For details go to hchlibrary.org GOFF HOUSE CONCERTS: The Joseph N. Goff House has announced the musical line up of local Connecticut bands for the 2017 Goff House Gazebo Concert Series, held Thursdays evenings at 6:30 p.m. at the Center School Gazebo in the East Hampton Village Center on Main and Summit Streets. June 29, Jake Kulak & The Lowdown; July 13, The Modern Riffs; July 20, Plywood Cowboy; July 27, Old Dog New Tricks; Aug. 3, to be announced. Listeners of all ages are welcome to attend and bring picnics and seating; refreshments sold by the Cub Scouts.