CALENDAR

Thursday, Sept. 13

SWING DANCES: First Church of Christ in Saybrook (Congregational), 366 Main Street, Old Saybrook, will offer a series of Thursday night swing dances in September, 7 p.m., $14 admission including free lessons from 6-7 p.m. Sept. 13 – The Shiny Lapel Trio; Sept. 20 – Johnny & the Easts Cost Rockers; Sept. 27 – Hot Cat Jazz Band. For information call 860-3883008 or visit www.firstchurchsaybrook.org.

JOB FAIR: A job fair with retailers from Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets will be held at Henry Carter Hull Library, 5:307:30 p.m. Sept. 13. Drop in for information about jobs offered by retail tenants and learn about the free career and business resources provided by the library.

EXHIBIT DEADLINE: Visual artists who immigrated to this country years ago or more recently, are invited to submit an application to show up to two pieces of their work at the Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown, in November and December. The application deadline is Monday, Sept. 17. The application is available at wwwrusselllibrary.org Call 860- 347-2528 x 171 for more information. 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 860-3589212. Pictured is Zhang’s painting, “Smile Girl.” AUTHOR TALK: Author James R. Benn, free illustrated talk on his latest book Solemn Graves, 7 p.m. Sept. 13, Essex Library, 33 West Ave., focus on interesting WWII history in Billy Boyle Mystery series. RSVP: 860-767-1560.

LIBRARY JOB GROUP: A Job Group meets Thursdays, Sept. 6, 13, 20 and 27, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in the Hubbard Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Each Thursday a different topic related to careers is discussed. Presenters range from local business professionals to nationally renowned authors and career counselors. A networking session follows the presentation.

BABY RHYME TIME: Baby Rhyme Time meets Thursdays, Sept. 6, 13, 20, and 27, 10:30 a.m. in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. For babies one year and under and their caregivers; sing songs, learn rhymes, finger plays and more in this fun, interactive program. Drop in; no registration.

MILITARY WRITING GROUP: We Were There: Writing Your Military Experiences, led by author Elizabeth Petry, will meet Thursdays, Sept. 6, 13, 20, and 27, 6:30 p.m. in Meeting Room 2, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Veterans, active or retired, are invited to share their stories and photos in their own voices. Workshop facilitator is Christy Billings. She can be reached at 860-347-2528 x 160 or cbillings@russelllibrary.org BOOKS & BREWS: Books and Brews: A book discussion series off-site at Stubborn Beauty Brewery, Sept. 13, 6 p.m., at Stubborn Beauty Brewery, 180 Johnson Street, Middletown. Discussion will be facilitated by Christy Billings, Library Assistant in Programming and Community Engagement at Russell Library. Contact cbillings@russelllibrary.org or 860-347-2528 x 160. Copies available at the library. Drop in; no registration required. No purchase necessary.

Friday, Sept. 14

CAT TALES FUNDRAISER: Cat Tales presents “An Evening With Spirit” 6-10 p.m., Sept. 22, $35, at The Galley, 141 New London Turnpike, Glastonbury. Psychic medium Kim Gedney, readings from 7:30-9 p.m., buffet dinner, music, raffles. To reserve call Rhonda, 860-538-2079. Limited seating, details at http:// www.cattalesct.org/events/360/

an-evening-with-spirit SHASHA’S SEMINAR: Shasha Seminar for Human Concerns will be held Sept. 14-15 at Wesleyan University, Middletown. This year’s topic is“Suicide & Resilience: Finding the Words.” The seminar is open to the public and spaces remain. Registration is available at https:// securelb.imodules.com/s /1318/hybrid/alumni-match.aspx? sid=1318&gid=1&pgid=6857&cid=11825

RACIAL JUSTICE BOOK CLUB: Racial Justice Book Group: “Children of Blood and Bone” by Tomi Adeyemi, Sept. 14, 6 p.m., in Meeting Room 2, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Copies will be available for check-out. Contact: Christy Billings, cbillings@russelllibrary.org or by calling 860 347-2528 x 160.

EPOCH TAG SALE: Epoch Arts is holding its annual 2 weekend tag sale with furniture, to household goods to toys to pictures and art work, rain or shine. Dates are Friday, Sept. 14, 1-8 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 15, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 16, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. New items every day. Epoch Arts is a non profit arts for youth organization located at 27 Skinner Street, East Hampton. www.epocharts.org

KINDERMUSIK: Kindermusik with Miss Martha from the Community Music School will be held Sept. 13, 10:30 a.m. at the Deep River Public Library. A fun, all ages program; no registration, free and open to all. BENEFIT FOR ONRUST PROJECT:

Guests can experience the Netherlands as the Connecticut River Museum hosts a night to support The Onrust Project on Friday, Sept. 14, 5:30-8 p.m. A standard ticket includes food and drink tastings, music, games and cannon demonstration with a cost of $30 for members/$40 for non-members. For tickets and information, go to www.ctrivermuseum.org or call 860-767-8269. SINGLES HAPPY HOUR: A singles happy hour will be held Sept. 14 at the Tuscany Grill, 120 College Street, Middletown starting at 5 p.m. on the patio depending on the weather. There is no charge. For info, call Gail 860-582-8229. Sponsored by Social Connections.

Saturday, Sept. 15

DONATIONS FOR TAG, BAKE SALE: The Lyme Public Hall Association will hold a Tag Sale and Bake Sale, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Sept. 22, with housewares, furniture, jewelry and unexpected treasures, as well as a bake sale with home-made pies and other tasty treats. Donations can be made Sept. 17-20, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and Sept. 20, 6-8 p.m. No clothing, records, books or clothing, large appliances, upholstered or board furniture, electronics or large exercise equipment accepted. For more information, call 860-434-1929 or email wdenow@comcast.net. WHATTRIVIA NIGHT: The Ivoryton Library invites teams to take part in WhatTrivia Night, Sept. 15, 7 p.m. at Centerbrook Meeting House, 51 Main St in Centerbrook, to benefit the library. Trivia will cover literature, math, current events, history, you name it. Participants may form teams of eight, or show up and be placed on a team. Tickets $25 advance, $30 at the door. Reserve by calling the library at 860-767-1252 or stop by the library at 106 Main St., Ivoryton. For more information, email staff@ivorytonlibrary.org.

RIVER ART TOUR: The River Valley Art Tour, the inaugural tour of studios and work spaces of 25 artists in Chester, Essex and Deep River will be Saturday, Sept. 15 and Sunday, Sept. 16 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. participants are established artists and artisans who work in a wide variety of mediums and styles from abstract origami to traditional oil landscapes. See where artists make their creations, whether a kitchen table or a well-appointed studio overlooking the Connecticut River, and to view a selection of their work, all of which will be for sale. Refreshments provided; admission is free. A map of the locations, list of artists and more information is available on www.rivervalleyartists.com and by calling 860-526-3459 or on Facebook. SIPS AND SLATES: First Church in Middletown celebrating its 350th Anniversary, will hold a Sips & Slates event,

Sept. 15, 7-9 p.m. at the church, 190 Court St. Admission is $10, 21 and over only, includes a glass of home-brewed beer or cider. Listen to music performed by church members. Bid on roof slates (from the church building) decorated by local artists. All proceeds support the restoration of our 145 year old building. For information, call 203-415-4398 or 860-604-9521. LIBRARY BOOK SALE: Killingworth Library Book Sale will be held Sept. 15, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Stock up on like-new and lightly used fiction and non-fiction titles for sale, as well as finds for the whole family including children’s books, DVDs and puzzles. A bake sale will also be available. All proceeds will benefit the library. For more information, visit KillingworthLibrary.org or call 860-663-2000.

FAMILY HISTORY: Write Your Family History at the Godfrey Memorial Library, 134 Newfield St., Middletown, with members of the geneaology writing group, Sept. 15, 9:30-11 a.m. Bring your laptop. fFree to Godfrey Premium Members or $10 a session. Call 860-346-4375 for more information. No pre-registration necessary. BEACH CLEANUP: Hammonasset Beach cleanup on International Coastal Cleanup Day will be held Sept. 15, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Volunteers, meet at the Meigs Point Nature Center at Hammonasset Beach State Park, Madison. All volunteers are welcome; including individuals, or groups such as school clubs, scout troops or church groups. Gloves and trash bags will be provided. Water and snacks will be available for volunteers. Contact: Jim Mazur, jamesemazur@gmail.com

BOOK SALE: Friends of the Deep River Library Book Sale at the Deep River Public Library will be held Sept. 15, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Shop for gently used books, baked goods and plants. All proceeds go to support the library and fund educational and enrichment opportunities for the community.

TOWN WIDE TAG SALE: Middletown's 7th Annual Town Wide Tag Sale event, sponsored by The Church of the Holy Trinity, will be held at multiple locations all over Middletown on Saturday, Sept. 15, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., rain or shine. Pick up location maps at Estate Treasures, 134 Main St. Ext. Middletown, or Holy Trinity, 381 Main St.. Middletown the week before the tag sale.

FAMILY FUN DAY: Disaster Restoration Services (DRS), a member company of DKI, North America's largest disaster restoration contracting organization, is hosting a Family Fun Day at Portland Riverfront Park on Sept. 15, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Carnival games, a cornhole and jousting tournament, a bounce house, live music, crafts and food. Stuff-A-Truck collecting supplies for the Arthur C. Luf Children’s Burn Camp. Tickets are available in advance for $10 per adult, or $5 per child, or at the door for $5 more per person. For tickets and sponsorship information, call 860-788-6822 or email tammy@drscleanup.com

Sunday, Sept. 16

FLYNN CLASSICAL CONCERTS: The George Flynn Classical Concerts will present Guitarist Lorena Garay Friends, 4 p.m., Sunday Sept. 23, William Stanton Andrews Town Hall, Clinton. The concert is free, but tickets are required and may be obtained by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope to The George Flynn Classical Concerts, P.O. Box 473, Clinton, CT 06413, or call 860-669-1208, leaving your name, phone number and the amount of tickets required for pick up the day of the performance. EPOCH ARTS TAG SALE: Epoch Arts is holding its annual weekend tag sale with furniture, to household goods to toys to pictures and art work, rain or shine. Dates are Saturday, Sept. 15, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 16, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. New items every day. Epoch Arts is a non profit arts for youth organization located at 27 Skinner Street, East Hampton. www.epocharts.org EPOCH ARTS CLASSES: Fall classes begin Sept. 23 at Epoch Arts, 27 Skinner St., for pre-K-12. Festivals, peformances, one-act plays, photography,arts and crafts,art club, improv. www.epocharts.org, 860-365-0337. Registration ends Sept. 16.