CALENDAR

Thursday, March 8 TRAVEL MEETING: East Hampton Senior Center Travel Meeting will be held Thursday, March 8 at 1:30 p.m. All are welcome to attend to find out all the trips for 2018. Sign up in Activity Book if interested.

AUDUBON PROGRAM: Potapaug Audubon presents “Blanding’s Turtle” on Thursday, March 8, 7 p.m., Old Lyme Town Hall, 52 Lyme St. with guest speaker, Emilie Wilder of Zoo New England. This endangered species needs help; the hatchlings are being protected and then raised by school children. Come learn about this unique project. More information at 860710-5811. BRICK BUNCH: The Deep River Library’s Brick Bunch is back on March 8 and March 22; 3:45 - 4:45 p.m. Open Lego play with friends. Free. BABY RHYME TIME: Baby Rhyme Time is held on Thursdays, March 1, 8, 15 and 29, 10:30 a.m. . in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. For babies birth - 12 months and their caregivers. Drop in; no registration.

BABY BOUNCE: Baby Bounce at the Deep River Library will be held March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 10:30 a.m. Join us for a story time for babies, newborn to 24 months. Older siblings may attend. Free.

PRESCHOOL STORY HOUR: Preschool Power Story Hour will be held Thursdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, 1:30 p.m. in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. For ages 3 - 5 (Pre-k through kindergarten) Siblings welcome. Drop in; no registration.

MILITARY WRITING GROUP: We Were There: Writing Your Military Experiences, led by Elizabeth Petry and facilitator Christy Biillings, will meet March 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 6 p.m. in Meeting Room 2, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. All veterans, either active or retired, are encouraged to come and share their experiences for their own benefit or to share with family and friends. New members are encouraged to visit to see what the group is all about. To reach Christy Billings, call 860-347-2528 or cbillings@russelllibrary.org

AUTHOR TALK: Local author Marc Youngquist will discuss his book, “The 143rd in Iraq: Boots on the Ground Training Iraqi Police in Spite of It All,” a historical account of a Connecticut National Guard Military Police Company’s attempt to recruit, train, and prepare an Iraqi Police Force in 2003-2004, on March 8. 7 p.m. at the Durham Public Library. Copies of the book will be available for purchase. Registration suggested: durhamlibrary.org/ program-registration PAINTING DEMONSTRATION: Awardwinning artist Karen Israel, will do a demonstration of a pastel painting at the Art Guild of Middletown’s March 8 meeting at 7 p.m. The meeting is held at Woodside Intermediate School, 30 Woodside Road, Cromwell. Meetings are free and open to the public; donations are gratefully accepted. For more information, visit www.middletownartguild.org or contact sack3@comcast.net. Friday, March 9 SOUP & SALAD: Town of Durham, March Soup and Salad has been rescheduled to Friday, March 9, 12 p.m. at the Durham Activity Center, 350 Main Street, 2nd Floor. Music by Plywood Cowboy. This program is free to seniors of Durham and Middlefield. Register with Jaclyn 860-349-3153.

ABC AMIGOS: ABC Amigos will visit the Deep River Library March 9; 10:30 a.m., with Spanish stories and songs that is perfect for the preschool set. Free.

ADULT PAPER CRAFTS: Paper Crafts for Adults: Papier-mâché I, will be held March 9, 11 a.m. in the Hubbard Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. This session, learn the basics of papier-mâché. Adults ages 18 and up are invited to bring their own ideas, imaginations and willingness

to learn. BOOK SALE: The Friends of the Russell Library Book Sale will be held March 9, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., March 10, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and March 11, 1-4 p.m. in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Book sales help the library fund a wide variety of programs. From large art books to little children’s books, there is something for everyone, as well as CDs and DVDs. To donate, place books in the Book Drop box inside the entrance of the library. For large quantities, call about possible pick-up: 860-347-2528 x 124. Volunteers are also needed.

ARCHITECT TALK: A free, illustrated talk on the School of Design & Architecture that Eliel Saarinen founded at Cranbrook will be presented by Professor Chuck Benson at 7 p.m. March 9, in The Cube at Centerbrook Architects, 67 Main St. Centerbrook. Benson will focus on the merging of art, design, architecture, and product and furniture design that much of Mid-Century Modernism. RSVP: 860-7671560. THE ADDAMS FAMILY: Mercy & Xavier High Schools will stage the musical comedy, “The Addams Family,” March 9, 7 p.m. Marrch 10, 7 p.m. and March 11 at 2 p.m. in the Mercy High School Auditorium Tickets are $10 for students, $15 for adults. To order tickets online, visit www.mercyhigh.com Saturday, March 10 THE ADDAMS FAMILY: Mercy & Xavier High Schools will stage the musical comedy, “The Addams Family,” March 9, 7 p.m. Marrch 10, 7 p.m. and March 11 at 2 p.m. in the Mercy High School Auditorium Tickets are $10 for students, $15 for adults. To order tickets online, visit www.mercyhigh.com AUTHOR TALK: Colleen Kelly Alexander, “Gratitude in Motion,” March 10, 5 p.m. at Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore, 413 Main St., Middletown. Free. Details at Wesleyan.edu/rjjuliabookstore or call 860-6853939

MEET CONNECTICUT AUTHORS: Meet Frances Moulder and Juan Goglio, Connecticut authors, March 10, 11 a.m. in the lobby at the Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Juan Goglio is the author/illustrator of “The Adventures of Woody and Chuck,” a children’s book about two adventurous woodchucks from a small New England town, geared to 3- 8 year olds. Frances V. Moulder, Ph.D, has written “Exiting the Extraordinary,” about people who return to an ordinary world after extreme experiences such as disasters, war, prison, great social movements, and reporting on or giving aid to people in such situations. Drop in; no registration.

WESLEYAN POTTERS SHOW: Wesleyan Potters recognizes and celebrates its instructors of pottery, jewelry, and weaving with a faculty exhibit in The Gallery/Shop. The show will feature the creative work of nearly twenty teachers and run through March 25. Wesleyan Potters is located at 350 South Main Street, Middletown. Events are free and the public is welcome. For more information, call 860-347-5925 or visit www.wesleyanpotters.com.

GED TUTORING: Free GED tutoring is available at Adult Education 398 Main Street, Middletown, Days and evenings. Call 860-343-6044 for more information.

WORLD TRAVELER: The Chatham Historical Society (CHS) and the East Hampton Library will co-sponsor a slide presentation by Don Burr, “50 Years of Traveling the World,” March 10, 1 p.m. at the East Hampton Library Community Room at 105 Main St. in East Hampton. Free and open to the public; seating is limited to 80 people so come early. To reserve a seat at the library or call 860267-6621. Refreshments will be served and donations are accepted.

OPEN HOUSE: An open house at The Children’s Tree Montessori School, 96 Essex Road, Old Saybrook, March 10, 9

a.m.-12 p.m.. Learn about the Montessori curriculum in Independent Elementary School, Toddler & Preschool. Details, call 860-388-3536, www.childrenstree.org.

BOOK SALE: The Friends of the Russell Library Book Sale will be held March 9, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., March 10, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and March 11, 1-4 p.m. in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Book sales help the library fund a wide variety of programs. From large art books to little children’s books, there is something for everyone, as well as CDs and DVDs. To donate, place books in the Book Drop box inside the entrance of the library. For large quantities, call about possible pick-up: 860-347-2528 x 124.

THE MODERNISTICS: The Greater Middletown Concert Association’s next concert features a performance by The Modernistics, the singing and dancing team of Ted and Pamela Powers with virtuoso jazz musicians Peter H. Bloom on flute, Mark Leighton on guitar, and Dave Zox on double-bass will bring their “Song and Dance from the Great American Songbook” to Middletown’s 700-seat state-of-the-art MHS Performing Arts Center, 200 LaRosa Lane. Tickets are $35 (front) and $30 (rear); reserve at 860343-7555 or go to www.GreaterMiddletownConcerts.org. Sunday, March 11

ART ACTIVITY: Art With KaReN will be held Sunday, March 11 at 1 p.m. at the East Hampton Activity Center. Beginners Art Class in acrylics. $5 materials fee. Sign up in Activity Book if interested.

SUNDAY WORSHIP: Worship with Eucharist, 9 a.m.; 10:30 a.m.: Sunday School and Confirmation class, 10:30 a.m., at Faith Lutheran Church, 300 Washington St., Middletown. For more information go to www.faithelcamiddletown.org.

THE ADDAMS FAMILY: Mercy & Xavier High Schools will stage the musical comedy, “The Addams Family,” March 9, 7 p.m. Marrch 10, 7 p.m. and March 11 at 2 p.m. in the Mercy High School Auditorium Tickets are $10 for students, $15 for adults. To order tickets online, visit www.mercyhigh.com BOOK SALE: The Friends of the Russell Library Book Sale will be held March 9, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., March 10, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and March 11, 1-4 p.m. in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Book sales help the library fund a wide variety of programs. From large art books to little children’s books, there is something for everyone, as well as CDs and DVDs. To donate, place books in the Book Drop box inside the entrance of the library. For large quantities, call about possible pick-up: 860-347-2528 x 124. Monday, March 12 SAFE DRIVING: AARP Safe Driving course at the East Hampton Senior Center is Monday, March 12 1 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost is $15 members, $20 non-members. Make checks out to AARP. No cash permitted. Limited seating. 60 PLUS CLUB: The Durham 60+ Club and Travel will meet at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, March 12 at the Durham Activity Center, Second Floor, 350 Main Street, Durham. A blood pressure clinic is scheduled for 12 p.m. Following the meeting we will have refreshments and entertainment will be provided by singer Christine Cooney. Seniors from surrounding towns are welcome to attend. WESLEYAN POTTERS SHOW: Wesleyan Potters recognizes and celebrates its instructors of pottery, jewelry, and weaving with a faculty exhibit in The Gallery/Shop. The show will feature the creative work of nearly twenty teachers and run through March 25. Wesleyan Potters is located at 350 South Main Street, Middletown. Events are free and the public is welcome. For more information, call 860-347-5925 or visit www.wesleyanpotters.com.