CALENDAR

Tuesday, July 10

ARTISTIC PROCESS TALK: Middletown resident Toto Kisaku will talk about his artistic processon Tuesday, July 10, 12:10 p.m. at the Ring Family Performing Arts Hall, 287 Washington Terrace, Middletown. The program is free and the public is welcome. FAMILY HISTORY RESEARCH: Get Expert Help Researching Your Family History at the Godfrey Memorial Library, 134 Newfield St., Middletown. $10 per session, free to members; sessions held July 10, July 20, 9:30 a.m., July 18, 5:30-8 p.m. Bring your laptop. No registration needed. SUMMER STORIES: Summer Stories, Tuesdays, July 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, 10:30 a.m. in the Hubbard Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Come hear stories old and new, and move a little. For children ages 3 - 6. Siblings welcome. Drop in; no registration required.

MYSTERY FILM: Classic Mystery Film Series, July 10, 12:30 p.m. in the Hubbard Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. “Murder Ahoy” (1964) is the third of four Miss Marple films made by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. Free.

SNAP CIRCUIT MANIA: Snap Circuit Mania meets July 10, July 24, 3 p.m. in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown, with a variety of Snap Circuits on hand. For students in grades 3 - 6 (ages 8 - 12) and their families. Drop-in; no registration.

RUSSELL READERS: Russell Readers: “The Conventional Wisdom” by Stanley Elkin, July 10, 6:30 p.m. in Meeting Room 2, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. The group meets the second Tuesday of each month at Russell Library. For more information contact Chantal Foster at (860)573-2946 or email Chantal.foster@comcast.net. Drop in; no registration. ADVOCACY GROUP: The East Hampton Commission on Aging and the East Hampton Senior Center has recently formed an Advocacy group for seniors and will hold its next meeting on July 10, 3 p.m. The group has begun to work on its mission statement and there will be a round table discussion for all to participate, discussing how to advocate senior needs in the community. The meeting is open to the public. For further information call Center Director Jo Ann Ewing at 860-267-4426 or Commission on Aging chairman Ann R, McLaughlin at 869-2672316. MIDDLETOWN SUMMER CONCERTS:

The annual free “Summer Sounds” Concert Series in Middletown will be held at the Harbor Park Gazebo, 80 Harbor Drive at 6:30 a.m. Rain location is inside South Congregational Church, 9 Pleasant Street, across Main Street from the Middlesex YMCA, opposite South Green (Union Park). July 10, The Castlefield Trio; July 24, Survivors Swing Band;Aug. 7, Bluegrass Characters; Aug. 21, Random Concept; Sept. 4, Middletown Symphonic Band.

Wednesday, July 11

DANCE CLASS: Dance Syncopation: Cardio Dance offered Wednesdays 9:15-10 a.m. at the East Hampton Senior Center. Follow Sue C. through simple, yet powerful dance cardio choreography that will torch calories. Register with Sue the day of the class, $5 per session.

EMBLEM CLUB: The Middletown Emblem Club #452 will hold its monthly meeting on Wednesday, July 11, 7 p.m. at the Elks Lodge, Crystal Ballroom. President Sue Charter, presiding. Refreshment hostesses are President Sue Charter and Barbara Miller. Officers are asked to contact Charter if you are unable to attend the meeting. Teddy Bear Workshops will continue throughout the summer each second Tuesday of the month at the Elks Lodge. #452 is hosting the 1st state meeting on Sunday, Aug. 19. Thoughts and ideas will be discussed at this meeting for a breakfast menu for that day.

ART CLASS: ART With KaReN at the East Hampton Senior Center. Beginner Art class in acrylics meets 2-4 p.m. $5 materials fee. Pre-register at the center.

ART CLASS: Arts From the Heart at the East Hampton Senior Center, Christmas in July will meet on Wednesdays July 11, 18, 25, 10:30 a.m. Help build Holiday Inventory for the Boutique. The concentration

will be making ornaments. Sign up a week before the event. BOOK BUDDIES: Book Buddies at the East Hampton Senior Center are back. July 11,18, 25, Aug. 1, 1-2 p.m.The library and senior center are collaborating to bring together the young and young at heart. Enjoy reading a story and making a craft with a friend. Older adults sign-up at the center a week prior to the event. MIDDLETOWN BOOKMOBILE: The Middletown Bookmobile will be near the Russell Library’s Broad Street entrance, 1-2 p.m. on Wednesdays, July 11, 18, 25 and Aug. 1. Children of all ages are welcome to choose free books they can take home to keep. In case of rain, a selection of free books will be available in the Activity Room. GAMERS’ REALM: Gamers’ Realm meets Wednesdays, July 11 and 25, 2 p.m. in the Totally Teen Area, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Gamers can try their hand at Magic: the Gathering, Forbidden Island, Once Upon a Time and other favorites. For students in grades 4 – 7 (ages 10 - 13). Drop in; no registration. STAR WARS MOVIE: See “Star Wars: The Last Jedi,” July 11, 2 p.m. in the Hubbard Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Rated PG-13. For grades 3 - 8 (ages 8 - 14). Drop in; no registration. READING BUDDIES: Reading Buddies will meet on Wednesdays, July 11, 18 and 25, 2 p.m. int he Story Telling Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Members of the Teen Advisory Council will help children learn to love reading or continue to love reading by being his or her Reading Buddy; bring a favorite book or find one at the library. For children entering pre-k - 6th grade (ages 3 - 10). Drop in; no registration required. SCRABBLE WEDNESDAY: Scrabble Wednesday will be held July 11, 18, 25, 2 p.m. in Meeting Room 3, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Carol Whitfield will lead players in scrabble games. We will have dictionaries, score sheets and scrabble boards. For ages 12 - 112. Just drop-in or sign-up online and get an email reminder.

CARTOONING: A Cartooning Workshop will be held July 11, 6 p.m. in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Join returning artist Christopher Brown, a middle school teacher from East Haven, for a hands-on cartooning workshop. For students in grades 3 - 8 (ages 9 - 13). Drop in; no registration. BOOK LOVERS: Book Lovers Circle meets Wednesday, July 11 at 7:30 p.m. at the Durham Library, discussin “We Are Not Ourselves” by Matthew Thomas. Copies available at the library. All are welcome. WESLEYAN POTTERS EXHIBIT: Say it with Color, an exhibit of current work by Wesleyan Potters Jewelry Members, runs to July 29 at the gallery, 350 South Main St., Middletown. Free, public welcome. For more information, call 860-347-5925 or visit www.wesleyanpotters.com or find us on Facebook, Istagram, Pinterest and Twitter.

CROMWELL CONCERTS: Cromwell Concert Series, will be held on Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Frisbee Landing at Riverport Park. June 27, Avenue Groove; July 11, Fabio & Crew; July 18, Coyote River Band; July 25, Big Deal Rock. Bring a blanket or chair, pack a picnic supper or purchase dinner from the onsite food trucks. Rain dates are Thursdays, June 28, July 12, July 19 and July 26. For information go to www.cromwellrec.com or call 860-632-3467.

LIVING WITH DIABETES: Learn to understand, manage and become more self-sufficient with your life with diabetes. Feel more in control and healthier. Learn topics such as healthy eating, exercise, better balance, decision making, goal setting, effective communication, and much more. Mondays, July 11-Aug. 10, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Sponsored by the Chatham Health District. To join the free workshop series contact the East Hampton Senior Center at 860-2674426 or drop in to sign up.

MAGIC SHOW: The Deep River Public Library hosts Magically Christina on Wednesday, July 11 at 5:30 p.m. A Chester native, Christina has wowed crowds

around the state with her slight of hand tricks and light touch of comedy. Get ready for multiplying bunnies and color changing scarves in this all ages show! No registration is required for this event. Free and open to all.

POT LUCK DINNERS: First Congregational Church in Cromwell will be hosting Summer Community Pot Luck Dinners on July 11 and Aug. 8. The dinners are free and open to the public and start at 6:30 p.m. The church is located at 355 Main St., with parking just north of the church.

MUSIC AT THE MANSION: The Friends of Long Hill Estate and the Long Hill Estate Authority with sponsorship from Middlesex Hospital host the Music at the (Wadsworth) Mansion series in July. All concerts begin at 6:30 p.m.; grounds open for picknicking at 5:30 p.m. Concerts will be held in light rain or the threat of showers, but cancelled with the proximity of electrical storms. Bring a picnic or enjoy food from a participating food truck. July 11, Rani Arbo and Daisy Mayhem; July 18: Funky Dawgz Brass Band; July 25: Mixed Signals; Aug. 1: Shaded Soul Band

Thursday, July 12

FREE LUNCHES: Families can visit the Deep River Public Library’s Children’s Garden, on Thursdays starting July 12 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., to receive a bag of nutritious food. Arts and crafts will also be available for the children. Program sponsors are looking for volunteer help and food donations, especially easy-to-carry, kid-friendly, nutritious lunch and snack items. Call Tri-Town Youth Services at 860-526-3600 for more information or to sign up to help.

COMMISSION ON AGING: The East Hampton Commission on Aging will hold its monthly meeting on Thursday, July 12 at 4 p.m. at the Senior Center 105 Main Street in East Hampton. On the agenda is a continued discussion of future projects. The public is invited to attend and participate. For further information call the Senior Center at 860-267-4426.

SILVER SNEAKERS: Silver Sneakers balance and stretch classes offered Tuesday and Thursdays 10:45-11:45 a.m. at the East Hampton Senior Center. Classes are limited to 20 students. Drop in for more information.

HIDDEN HISTORY: Robert & Kathleen Hubbard: Hidden History of Middlesex County, Connecticut, will be held July 12, 7 p.m. at Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore, 413 Main St., Middletown. Details at Wesleyan.edu/rjjuliabookstore or call 860-6853939.

CLINTON FARMERS MARKET: The Clinton Farmer’s Market runs on Thursdays, 3:30-6:30 p.m. through October at its new home on the grounds of the historic Adam Stanton House & General Store Museum, 63 East Main St., Clinton.

SWING DANCES: First Church of Christ in Saybrook (Congregational), 366 Main Street, Old Saybrook, will offer a series of Thursday night swing dances in July. The cost to attend the 7 p.m. programs is $12 per evening: July 12, Johnny and the East Coast Rockers; July 19, George Manstan Big Band; July 26, Johnny and the East Coast Rockers. For more information, contact First Church at 860-388-3008.

FREE CONCERTS: The Clinton Chamber of Commerce will host a series of free concerts sponsored by Guilford Savings Bank, on Thursday evenings beginning July 5 and running through August 16. Concerts begin at 6:30 p.m. and are held at the Vece Gazebo in front of the Pierson School on 75 East Main Street. July 12, Rock Bottom Band; July 19, Airborne; July 26, Three57 Band; Aug. 2, Hot Cat Jazz Band; Aug. 9, Shaded Soul Band; Aug. 16, The Navels. In case of rain, an alternative site for the concert may be designated. For a detailed schedule and list of sponsors, call the Clinton Chamber of Commerce at 860-669-3889 or visit the chamber’s website at www.clintonct.com. Updates are available on Clinton Chamber of Commerce Facebook page.

CHESTER CONCERTS: Summer Concert Series will be held Thursdays, 6:15-7:45 p.m., On the Green at Masonicare Health Center, Chester, weather permitting. July 12, The Undercover Band; July 19, Sounds of Frank; July 26, “After All” with Nick & Nancy; Aug. 2, Kids’ Concert with T-Bone; Aug. 9, Eight to the Bar; Aug. 16, The Sin Sisters Band; Aug. 23, Simply Swing.