CALENDAR

Monday, July 30

SUMMER SING: Summer Sing Gilbert & Sullivan, Monday, July 30, 7 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 56 Great Hammock Road, Old Saybrook, conducted by John Dreslin of CT G&S Society incl. “Gondoliers, HMS Pinafore, Pirates.” All singers are welcome to perform in this read-through of a great choral work. Professional soloists often participate; co-sponsored by Cappella Cantorum and Con Brio. A $10 fee for scores will be available, and the church is air-conditioned. The next Summer Sing on Monday, Aug. 6, will be conducted by Melanie Cometa – The Shoreline Chorale, “Vivaldi’s “Gloria.” For more information call 860-767-9409 or 203-530-0002 or visit www.cappellacantorum.org or www.conbrio.org WONDERFUL ONES-TWOS:Wonderful

Ones and Twos Playtime, Mondays, July 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 10 a.m. in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. One and two year old playgroup. For one and two year olds and their caregivers. Siblings welcome. Drop in; no registration required.

BOOK TALK AND WALK: Book Talk with a Walk, Mondays, July 30, Aug. 6, 13, 20, 27, 12-1 p.m. in the Lobby, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Weather permitting, meet in the lobby and go off-site for a short walk and book discussion. List available at the library. Discussions will be led by Christy Billings, Chair of One Book on the Riverbend. Contact: cbillings@russelllibrary.org or 860-347-2528 x 160.

WRITERS’ GROUP: The Durham Public Library Writers’ Group meets Monday, July 30, 7 p.m. Meet other writers and learn from each other in a supportive environment. Participants are encouraged to bring samples of their current writing projects to share and receive constructive feedback. Drop in.

YOGA WITH KITCH: Yoga with Kitch at the East Hampton Senior Center, new session: Mondays, July 16-Sept. 24, 10 week session. $25 per session or $5 drop in. Sign up deadline is July 2. Sign up with staff.

Tuesday, July 31

HAMLET, ABRIDGED: Shoreline Arts Alliance and Legacy Theatre will perform Hamlet Abridged” in the shoreline area. All shows are free. For more information visit www.shorelinearts.org. The schedule is: (Sensory Friendly) July 31, 10 a.m., Evergreen Woods, 88 Notch Hill Rd, North Branford; Aug. 3, 10 a.m.,Branford Green, Branford.

SUMMER STORIES: Summer Stories , Tuesday, July 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.

CAREER WORKSHOP: Job and Career Workshop: Boot Camp, part 2 of 3: Networking & Social Media: Leveraging LinkedIn, will be held July 31, 6 p.m. in the Hubbard Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Career and job-search expert Jan Melnik (www.janmelnik.com) will demonstrate how to optimize your use of social media. Registration is requested but not required; call 860-347-2520. MYSTERY DISCUSSION: Classic Mystery Book Discussion: “The Case of the Missing Servant” by Tarquin Hall, will be held July 31, 7 p.m. in Meeting Room 2, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Copies are available at the circulation desk. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: The United Methodist Church invites all children ages 3-12 to “Rolling River Rampage — Experience the Ride of a Lifetime with God” Vacation Bible School, Aug. 6-10, 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. daily at the United Methodist Church of Clinton, 12 Commerce St., Clinton. The adventure includes music, interactive Bible fun, super science, cool crafts, hands on mission work, snacks, games and fun. To sign up, call the church office at 860-669-8396

or email church@clintonumc.org. with the children's names, ages and a phone number. MYSTERY TRIP: Mystery Trip+ Lunch On You at First and Last Tavern with the East Hampton Senior Center, Tuesday, July 31, 9:30 a.m. Be the first to figure out this mystery. Lunch and suggested transportation donation. Sign up in Activity Book if planning on attending.

KORN SCHOOL COMMITTEE: Durham’s Korn School Adaptive Reuse Feasibility Committee has been meeting to determine the feasibility and cost of renovations to use the form elementary building as a community center. The committee has set two meetings for public input and presentations. Both meetings will be held at Korn School and begin at 6:30 with time to tour the building, with workshop and presentation. Meetings are July 31, preceded by a tour at 6:30 p.m.; and Sept. 6, with a tour at 6:30 and the meeting at 7 p.m. All are encouraged to attend.

Wednesday, Aug. 1

BETTER FACEBOOK RESULTS: Learn to maximize the impact of your events or promotions using the “Events” feature on Facebook at Henry Carter Hull Library, Aug. 1, 6 p.m., free. The workshop is ideal for small business or nonprofit coordinators looking to improve their presence on Facebook. Brought to you by the Clinton Chamber of Commerce and HCH Library.

EMBLEM CLUB: Middletown Emblem Club #452 will hold its monthly meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 1, 7 p.m. in the Crystal Ballroom of the Elks Lodge. Susan Charter, President, will preside. Topic of discussion is the CT State Association Meeting to be hosted by Middletown #452, Aug. 19. Volunteers are needed; thoughts and ideas for a breakfast menu, for the state meeting, will be discussed. Officers contact President Sue if unable to attend.

BOOK LOVERS: Book Lovers Circle meets Wednesday, Aug. 1 at 7:30 p.m. at the Durham Public Library. “Killers of the Flower Moon” by David Grann will be discussed. Copies of the book are available at the library. All are welcome.

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, 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. Aug. 1: Shaded Soul Band.

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. SPOON MAN: The one and only Spoon Man will visit the Deep River Public Library on Wednesday, Aug. 1 at 5:30 p.m. The Spoon Man has traveled the globe playing spoons for over 23 years, even appearing on America’s Got Talent. Learn more at www.getspooned.com. This program is free and open to all. For more information, go to website at http://deepriverlibrary.accountsupport.comand click or call 860-526-6039.

BOOK TALK: Dom Amore will discuss “A Franchise on the Rise: The First Twenty Years of the New York Yankees,” Aug. 1, 7 p.m. at Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore, 413 Main St., Middletown. Free, no registration needed. Details at Wesleyan.edu/ rjjuliabookstore or call 860-685-3939

BOOK BUDDIES: Maker/Book Buddies are back at the East Hampton Senior Center. 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 a week prior to the event.

Thursday, Aug. 2

FREE LUNCHES: Families can visit the Deep River Public Library’s Children’s Garden, on Thursdays, 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. INSIDE HAMLET: Inside Hamlet, a roundtable discussion facilitated by Eric Dillner, CEO/Executive Director of Shoreline Arts Alliance and featuring The Legacy Theatre’s Artistic Director Keely Baisden Knudsen, will be held in the shoreline area, discussing themes of Hamlet and sharing details about the mainstage production on the Guilford Green. Dates are: Aug. 2, 11 a.m., Guilford Free Library, 67 Park St, Guilford. For more information visit www.shorelinearts.org GAZEBO CONCERTS: The Joseph N. Goff House’s 19th annual Gazebo Concert Series, held on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. in the East Hampton Village Center at the Center School Gazebo. Aug. 2, Seat of Our Pants; Aug. 9, Victor Cowles. Listeners are welcome to bring seating and a picnic. Dogs and children welcome. Local Cub Scouts will be on hand to sell snacks and refreshments. 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.

FREE CONCERTS: The Clinton Chamber of Commerce will host a series of free concerts sponsored by Guilford Savings Bank, on Thursday evenings. 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. 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. Call the Clinton Chamber of Commerce at 860-669-3889 or visit www.clintonct.com. Updates are available on Clinton Chamber of Commerce Facebook page. SAILING CLUB: Shoreline Sailing Club will hold its next meeting Aug. 2, 7 p.m. at the Westbrook Elks Lodge, Westbrook. The club welcomesactive singles who like to sail, socialize, dance, fish, kayak, theater and other activities. Experience is not necessary. Learn more at www.shorelinesailingclub.com

COMEDY, JUGGLING SHOW: The Deep River Public Library and the Deep River Park and Recreation Department will present Bryson Lang: The Cure for the Common Show on Thursday, Aug. 2, 10:30 a.m. at the Deep River Town Hall Auditorium. Bryson Lang’s show is a unique combination of comedy and juggling. This show is free and open to all. Best suited for children 4 and up.

BOOK DISCUSSION: The Portland Library book discussion group meets Thursday, Aug. 2, 6:30 p.m. to discuss “Rescue” by Anita Shreve.

FREE CONCERTS: A series of free concerts are being held in the Courtyard at Masonicare Chester Village, 317 W. Main St., Chester, all beginning at 6:30 p.m. Call 860-526-6800 if the weather is inclement. Aug. 2, Tom Callinan, folk singer, Sea Shanties, and stories; Aug. 9, Riddim Makers, Reggae band; Aug. 16, Java Groove, Dan Bernier’s smooth Jazz/Swing band; Aug. 23, Homemade Jam, Larry Batter’s fun 50’s, 60’s easy jazz band; Aug. 30. Klezmer/Folk band from local Synagogue.

Friday, Aug. 3

HAMLET, ABRIDGED: Shoreline Arts Alliance and Legacy Theatre will perform Hamlet Abridged” in the shoreline area. All shows are free. For more information visit www.shorelinearts.org. The schedule is: Aug. 3, 10 a.m.,Branford Green, Branford.