CALENDAR

Wednesday, Aug. 22

BOARD GAMES: Board Game Frenzy at the East Hampton Senior Center, Wednesday, Aug. 22, 1 p.m. For more information call 860-267-4426.

CHRONIC CONDITIONS: Preventing Chronic Conditions, presented by Certified Holistic Health Coach, Tracy Livingston, will be held at 6 p.m. Aug. 22 at the Deep River Public Library. This class is free and open to 20 participants. Registration is required; go to deepriverlibrary.accountsupport.com or call 860-526-6039.

KOREAN CULTURE: Learn about 15th century Korea during a presentation by the Korean Spirit and Culture Promotion Project at the Henry Carter Hull LIbrary, Clinton, Aug. 22 at 6:30 p.m. Guests will be treated to a traditional Korean dessert after the program. Registration is required for this free event. To sign up go to hchlibrary.org/event/koreanculture or call 860-669-2342.

Thursday, Aug. 23

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.

SWING DANCES: First Church of Christ in Saybrook (Congregational), 366 Main Street, Old Saybrook, will offer a series of Thursday night swing dances in August. The cost to attend the 7 p.m. program is $12 per evening, including free lessons from 6-7 p.m. The final dance is Aug. 23, Hot Cat Jazz Band. For more information, contact First Church at 860-388-3008.

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: 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. 23, Homemade Jam, Larry Batter’s fun 50’s, 60’s easy jazz band; Aug. 30. Klezmer/Folk band from a local synagogue.

EVENING WITH THE GILLETTES: The Killingworth Library hosts Harold and Theodora Niver, aka William and Helen Gillette, on Thursday, Aug. 23 at 7 p.m. at the Killingworth Firehouse, 333 Route 81 in Killingworth. Not only do the Nivers talk about William and Helen Gillette, they become the Gillettes, flitting back and forth between being presenters and portrayers. The program is free but advance sign-up is required; call 860663-2000 or visit www.killingworthlibrary.org for additional details.

YOUTH LEADERSHIP: A free Youth Leadership Program for area youth, ages 13-21, is held on the first and third Thursday of the month, 7-9 p.m. at North End Action Team 654 Main Street Middletown. The program is free and interested young people are encouraged to attend. Share your ideas, connect with others and let your voice be heard. The next meeting is Aug. 23. For information, contact Shanay Fulton at 203-514-0095 or tli@neatmiddletown.org. instagram.com/NEATYouthLeaders

Friday, Aug. 24

FRIDAY SPEAKER SERIES: The Rathbun Library, 36 Main St., East Haddam, presents author and horsewoman Janet Barrett discussing her book: “They Called Her Reckless - A True Story of War, Love and One Extraordinary Horse” Aug. 24, 7 p.m. $5 admission, with refreshments. All proceeds benefit the Rathbun Library.

WESLEYAN POTTERS: High Tea, featuring work inspired by and used in the ritual of tea, shows in Wesleyan Potters Gallery/Shop, 350 South Main St., Middletown, through Sept. 9. Free admission. The work, including clay, jewelry and fabric, will be juried by Pam Erickson-Davis of the Erickson-Davis Gallery in Ivoryton, with prizes being announced at the opening reception to be held on Saturday, Aug, 25, 4-6 p.m. Information call 860-347-5925 or visit www.wesleyanpotters.com or on Facebook.

Saturday, Aug. 25

SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE: The Knights of Valhalla car club will collect school supplies and backpacks in front of Big Lots, 820 Washington St., Aug. 19 and Aug. 25 from 12-4 p.m. Supplies will be given out Aug. 26 from 1 to 3 p.m. at Macdonough Elementary School, 66 Spring St. or as long as supplies last.

WESLEYAN POTTERS: High Tea, featuring work inspired by and used in the ritual of tea, shows in Wesleyan Potters Gallery/Shop, 350 South Main St., Middletown, through Sept. 9. Free admission. The work, including clay, jewelry and fabric, will be juried by Pam Erickson-Davis of the Erickson-Davis Gallery in Ivoryton, with prizes being announced at the opening reception to be held on Saturday, Aug, 25, 4-6 p.m. Information call 860-347-5925 or visit www.wesleyanpotters.com or on Facebook.

SQUARE DANCE: The Chatham Historical Society is organizing a square dance at the Bay Point Club at 24 Spellman Point Road near Lake Pocotopaug in East Hampton, Saturday, Aug. 25, 7 p.m. The dance is sponsored by the East Hampton Parks and Recreation Dept. Bill Mager from Andover will be calling at the dance. Admission is $5 and space is limited to 60. For further information about the dance or the CHS, contact Don Burr, coordinator at 860-267- 2974, dburr10289@aol.com or visit https:www.chathamhistoricalct.org.

Sunday, Aug. 26

CULTURAL CELEBRATION: Celebrate Me Cultural Bazaar & Back-to-School Community Day, will be held at Cross Street A.M.E. Zion Church, 440 West St., Middletown, Aug. 26, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free backpacks and school supplies, food, games, vendors, and special entertainment by the Destiny Africa Children’s Choir. For more information, go to www.crossstreetamezion.org or call 860-344-9527.

SUMMERFEST AND FIREWORKS: Clinton Summerfest & Fireworks will be held Aug. 25, 4 p.m. Fireworks at dusk from the town beach. Summerfest, 4-8 p.m. behind the Andrews Memorial Town Hall and the lawn of the Pierson School. At town hall, music by the Rock Bottom Band, and a wine and beer garden with craft brews and wine and food from Frank Andrews Wood Fired Pizza and [chow] Food & Beverage’s truck. At Pierson, live music with DJ Ron Click, photo booth, moom walk, YMCA’s Gaga Pit, pinewood derby races with the Boy Scouts, face painting with the Girl Scouts and food for sale.

TRINITY SUMMER SERVICES: Trinity Church, 345 Main St., Portland, has scheduled its summer services and events at the church. All services are followed by a coffee hour and fellowship time. For information, email trinitychurchportlandct@gmail.com. Aug. 26, Holy Eucharist, 9 a.m.; Sept. 2, Mass on the Grass interfaith service with area churches, 9 a.m.

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

Monday, Aug. 27

BIRTHDAY BASH: August Birthday Bash at the East Hampton Senior Center, Aug. 27, 12 p.m. Enjoy a free lunch, cake and ice cream. Guests are welcome to attend; CRT requests a $2.50 donation from the guests for lunch on the day of. Sign up at the front desk or call the Center by Aug. 20 if planning on attending. For more information call 860-267-4426.

WRITERS GROUP: Durham Public Library Writers’ Group meets Monday, Aug. 27, 7 – 8:30 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. For writers ages 17 and up. Drop in.

BOOK TALK AND WALK: Book Talk with a Walk, Monday, Aug. 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.

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, Aug. 28

AUDITIONS: Con Brio Choral Society, Aug., 28, 7 pm, St. Paul Church, 56

Great Hammock Rd., Old Saybrook. Rehearsals Tuesday evenings in Old Saybrook. All concerts with professional soloists and orchestra. The group’s 70 singers come from 11 towns. Go to www.conbrio.org for info or call Sue at 860-575-9668.

SEARS PARK PICNIC: The East Hampton Senior Center’s Annual Sears Park Picnic wll be held Aug. 28, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. with music, games, and a great lunch. Sign up by Aug. 23; $5 per person. For more information call 860-267-4426. Wednesday, Aug. 29 CLASSICAL PILATES: Candace Barnes, Certified Instructor of the U.S. Pilates Association from the Pilates Barn of Madison, will speak at the Henry Carter Hull Library, Aug. 29, 6 p.m. She will share an explanation of Classical Pilates and an opportunity to experience some of Joseph Pilates’ beginner and intermediate mat exercises. Wear comfortable clothing and bring your own mat or borrow one from the library. Details at hchlibrary.org. Thursday, Aug. 30 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. BOOK SWAP AND A MOVIE:

Bring a book (or more!) and take a book (or more) for a Book Swap at Henry Carter Hull Library. Aug. 30, 5:30-6 p.m., then stay after the swap for a screening of the 2018 comedy “Book Club” at 6:00pm. While you’re here, browse the book sale with 50¢ paperbacks and $2 nearlynew hardcover books. Free popcorn provided. 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. 30. Klezmer/Folk band from local Synagogue. DANCE AT KOKO: Dance @ Koco with the East Hampton Senior Center, Aug. 30, 10 a.m. at KOCO. Celebrate the end of summer with dance and fun! Sign up at the Center by Aug.. 23. For more information call 860-267-4426. Friday, Aug. 31

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. Saturday, Sept. 1 HUGE TAG SALE: A Huge Tag Sale will be held Saturday, Sept. 1 at Notre Dame Church, 272 Main St., Durham, 8 a.m.-1 p.m, rain or shone. More than 40 vendors in the parking lot selling antiques, tools, plants, pictures, produce, furniture, crafts, records, jewelry, yarn, greeting cards, handmade items. Hidden treasures in the church hall including clothing, toys, Christmas and holiday items, jewelry, china, a variety of linens, brass, kitchen supplies, craft supplies. Refreshments in the Church Hall include breakfast sandwiches, pastry, hotdogs, hamburgs, coffee, soda and water. Call Bill Shumway for more information 860 349-3397. Sunday, Sept. 2

TRINITY SUMMER SERVICES: Trinity Church, 345 Main St., Portland, has scheduled its summer services and events at the church. All services are followed by a coffee hour and fellowship time. Forinformation, email trinitychurchportlandct@gmail.com. Sept. 2, Mass on the Grass interfaith service with area churches, 9 a.m.

MASS ON THE GRASS: Trinity Episcopal Church, 345 Main St., Portland, will host Mass On The Grass Sunday morning worship service on Sunday. Sept. 2, 9 a.m., joined by area interfaith churches and Holy Trinity of Middletown's Praise Band for a service and Holy Eucharist. Bring your own lawn chair; some chairs will be provided. Fellowship time, lemonade and refreshments will follow the service. The service will be held inside in case of rain. RSVP if your faith community would like to participate in the service at trinitychurchportlandct@ gmail.com. Monday, Sept. 3 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, Sept. 4 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). Sept. 4, Middletown Symphonic Band. Wednesday, Sept. 5 STRESS MANAGEMENT: Health Talks: Stress Management at the Deep River Public Library with Certified Holistic Health Coach, Tracy Livingston, Sept. 5, 6-7 p.m. Discuss coping skills to better handle stress. Registration required. Go to http://deepriverlibrary.accountsupport.com and click on our monthly calendar, or call 860526-6039. ORGAN DONATION: Giving the Gift of Life: Organ Donation Talk at Lyme Public Hall, 249 Hamburd Road, Lyme, presented by Dr. Richard Jones of Lyme. will be held Sept. 5, 7:30 p.m. Dr. Jones will discuss options including Live Donation and “swaps,” and will be joined by local donors and recipients who will share their own stories. There will be time for questions. The program is free and the public is welcome. AARP DRIVING COURSE:

AARP Smart Driver’s Course at East Hampton Senior Center, Sept. 5, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Older Adult vehicle operators will receive information to extend their safe driving abilities. Participants will be rewarded with a certificate that may reduce their auto insurance. AARP trained instructors will conduct this 4-hour course. Pre-register by check or money order (AARP members $15 non-members $20) payable to AARP. No cash. Sign up and pay at the Senior Center. For more information call 860-2674426. SIP ‘N CELEBRATE: The Northern Middlesex YMCA will hold its “Sip & Celebrate” wine, beer and spirits tasting fundraiser on Saturday, Sept. 5-8:30 p.m. at YMCA Camp Ingersoll, Portland. The rain date is Sept. 15. Tickets are $50 per person and are available for purchase at the Northern Middlesex YMCA or online at www.midymca.org. Thursday, Sept. 6

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 is holding a second meeting for public input and presentations, at Korn School. The second meeting will be held on Sept. 6, with a tour at 6:30 and the meeting at 7 p.m. All are encouraged to attend.

YOUTH LEADERSHIP: A free Youth Leadership Program for area youth, ages 13-21, is held on the first and third Thursday of the month, 7-9 p.m. at North End Action Team 654 Main Street Middletown. The program is free and interested young people are encouraged to attend. Share your ideas, connect with others and let your voice be heard. For information, contact Shanay Fulton at 203-514-0095 or tli@neatmiddletown.org. instagram.com/NEATYouthLeaders SOUP & SALAD AND CANDIDATES: The Town of Durham

Senior Citizen's Board and the Durham 60 Plus Club and Travel will sponsor a Soup & Salad program on Thursday, Sept. 6. The speakers for this event will be Noreen Kokoruda, Republican, and John-Michael Parker, Democrat, who are running for the candidacy to represent District 101. Each candidate will speak about the up and coming election issues. There will be time for questions from the audience. To make a reservation for the luncheon, call 860-349-3153. This program will be held at the Durham Activity Center, 350 Main Street, Durham, Second Floor. Lunch at Noon. Program begins at 1 p.m. This event is open to the public. 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. SAILING CLUB: The Shoreline Sailing Club will hold its next meeting Sept. 6, 7:30 p.m. at the Westbrook Elks Lodge, Westbrook. For active singles who like to sail, socialize, dance, fish, kayak and more. Experience not necessary. The club meets on the first and third Thursdays of the month. Learn more at www.shorelinesailingclub.com 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 is holding a second meeting for public input and presentations, at Korn School. The second meeting will be held on Sept. 6, with a tour at 6:30 and the meeting at 7 p.m. All are encouraged to attend.

SUICIDE PREVENTION: A talk guided by clinical psychologist Megan Warner, PhD and Licensed Social Worker Alissa Goldberg, LMSW of Guilford Psychological Services, at the Henry Carter Hull Library, Clinton, Sept 6, 6 p.m. Learn to identify suicidal risk factors, urges and ideation, and how to find support for individuals at risk or who may be worried about a loved one at this free wellness discussion. hchlibrary.org.

SAILING CLUB: Shoreline Sailing Club will hold its next meeting on Sept. 6, 7:30 p.m. at the Westbrook Elks Lodge. The club welcomes active singles who like to sail, socialize, dance, fish, kayak and other activities. Experience not necessary. Learn more at www.shorelinesailingclub.com

POETRY READING: Poet Leslie McGrath, free poetry reading, 7 p.m. Sept. 6, Essex Library, 33 West Ave., focus on poems from new collection. RSVP: 860-7671560. Saturday, Sept. 8 VENTURE SMITH DAY: The 22ND annual Venture Smith Day Festivities will be held on Saturday,

Sept. 8, 1-4 p.m., First Church Cemetery, 499 Town Street (RT. 151), East Haddam, where Venture Smith is buried (1729-1805). Bring lawn chairs or a blanket. Rain location is inside First Church. Refreshments provided. For information, call 860-873-9375. To review the original Venture Smith autobiography go to www.docsouth.unc.edu/neh/venture2/ menu.html

ELECTRIC CAR SHOW: The East Hampton and Portland Clean Energy Task Forces are organizing the 2nd annual Electric Car Show on Saturday, September 8, 12-4 p.m. at Sears Park. The rain date is Sept. 9. See electric, hybrid, and alternative fuel cars from various dealerships including Chevrolet, Ford, Chrysler, Toyota, BMW and more. Booth registration forms can be found by emailing the East Hampton Clean Energy Task Force at ehcetf@gmail.com or call us at 860-365-1296.

ARTISAN MARKET: The Parmelee Farm Artisan Market will beheld Saturday, Sept. 8, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Parmelee Farm, 465 Route 81, Killingworth, with more than 50 artisans and crafters showing pottery, jewelry, soaps, art, woodworking, fiber arts, jams and jellies, fresh eggs, flowers, cookies and candy; with children’s activities, food vendors, and a chance to visit the farmhouse. Free admission and parking, rain or shine. Learn more at www.parmeleefarmmarket.org Monday, Sept. 10 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, Sept. 11

Wednesday, Sept. 12 AUTHOR TALK: Amy Bloom, the New York Times best-selling author and finalist for the National Book Award, will speak at the East Hampton Public Library on Wednesday, Sept. 12 at 6:30 p.m. Seating is limited and pre-registration for this event is required. People may reserve a seat at: bit.ly/EHPLBloom Thursday, Sept. 13 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. PORTRAIT PAINTING DEMO:

The Art Guild of Middletown will host an oil portrait demonstration by artist Christopher Zhang at the guild’s headquarters at Woodside Intermediate School, 30 Woodside Road, Cromwell, on Sept. 13 at 7 p.m. His subject will be Middletown chocolatier

Roberto Tschudin. The demonstration is free and open to the public. For more information, call 860-358-9212. Pictured is Zhang’s painting, “Smile Girl.” Thursday, Sept. 20

YOUTH LEADERSHIP: A free Youth Leadership Program for area youth, ages 13-21, is held on the first and third Thursday of the month, 7-9 p.m. at North End Action Team 654 Main Street Middletown. The program is free and interested young people are encouraged to attend. Share your ideas, connect with others and let your voice be heard. For information, contact Shanay Fulton at 203-514-0095 or tli@neatmiddletown.org. instagram.com/NEATYouthLeaders SAILING CLUB GATHERING:

Shoreline Sailing Club will hold a social gathering, Sept. 20, 7:30 p.m. at the Mediterranean Bistro, Westbrook. Purchase your own drinks and Tapas. Open to the public. Bring a friend or two. The Shoreline Sailing Club is a group of active singles who like to sail, socialize, dance, fish, kayak and go to the theater. Experience is not necessary. For more information, visit www.shorelinesailingclub.com Thursday, Oct. 4 YOUTH LEADERSHIP: A free Youth Leadership Program for area youth, ages 13-21, is held on the first and third Thursday of the month, 7-9 p.m. at North End Action Team 654 Main Street Middletown. The program is free and interested young people are encouraged to attend. Share your ideas, connect with others and let your voice be heard. For information, contact Shanay Fulton at 203-514-0095 or tli@neatmiddletown.org. instagram.com/NEATYouthLeaders Thursday, Oct. 18 YOUTH LEADERSHIP: A free Youth Leadership Program for area youth, ages 13-21, is held on the first and third Thursday of the month, 7-9 p.m. at North End Action Team 654 Main Street Middletown. The program is free and interested young people are encouraged to attend. Share your ideas, connect with others and let your voice be heard. For information, contact Shanay Fulton at 203-514-0095 or tli@neatmiddletown.org. instagram.com/NEATYouthLeaders Thursday, Nov. 8 YOUTH LEADERSHIP: A free Youth Leadership Program for area youth, ages 13-21, is held on the first and third Thursday of the month, 7-9 p.m. at North End Action Team 654 Main Street Middletown. The program is free and interested young people are encouraged to attend. Share your ideas, connect with others and let your voice be heard. For information, contact Shanay Fulton at 203-514-0095 or tli@neatmiddletown.org. instagram.com/NEATYouthLeaders