CALENDAR

Friday, Oct. 12

YOUTH CONCERT: Local author Estevan Vega, of the Arson Saga books, has decided to explore new avenues of creativity by organizing and promoting concerts to provide local youth a safe place to experience live music at an affordable price. The next event will be held Oct. 12, 6:30 p.m. at Bacon Academy High School. Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door and are available at Bacon Academy or through iTickets.com. For more information, go to Facebook.com/CapuletEnt

ROCKY HORROR SHOW: Phoenix Theater Company will present “The Rocky Horror Show,” Oct. 12 and 13, at Deep River Town Hall Theater at 174 Main St., Deep River. (Exit 5 off Rt. 9). Tickets are $22 in advance and $26 at the door. Special VIP Seating (the first 5 rows of the front section) can be purchased at the door for an extra $4. For more information or to buy tickets go to www.phoenixtheater.us

SPECIAL CHURCH MEETING: A special meeting of the Congregation of Third Church, 94 Miner Street, Middletown will be held Oct. 14 at 11 a.m. The purpose of this special meeting is to initiate a Search Committee for the purpose of finding a new minister to lead our congregation. A second item on the agenda for this meeting is a change in the bylaws related to the filing for a 501(c)(3) status. Any questions, contact Third Church at 860-6320733.

LIBRARY BOOK SALE: The Friends of the Russell Library Book Sale will be held Oct. 12, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Oct. 13, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. and Oct. 14, 1-5 p.m. in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. For information on donations, email the Friends about possible pick-up at friendsatrussell@gmail.com

TIP A FIREFIGHTER: Tip a Firefighter to benefit MARC of Middletown, will be held Friday, Oct. 12, at Tuscany Grill, 120 College St., Middletown.

LANTERN TOURS: Artful Living presents Sleepy Hollow Lantern Tours, Oct. 12-13, starting at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 per person. Reserve at www.ArtfulLivingCT.com or call 860-3891363 FUN FRIDAY: Fun Friday at the Deep River Public Library, Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26; 10:30 am Stories and songs followed by craft and open play. Perfect for the preschool set. Drop in, no registration.

CULUNARY SCHOOL LUNCH: Cheney Tech Culinary School Luncheon with the East Hampton Senior Center, Oct. 12, leave at 10:15 a.m. from the center. Enjoy a gourmet meal, prepared by Manchester high school students. $12 for the meal, $3 transportation.

SPAYGHETTI DINNER: Cat Tales will hold its Semi-Annual Spay-ghetti Dinner on Friday, Oct. 26, at the Fox Parish Center, 10 Elm Street, Middletown. Doors Open at 6:30 p.m., food served at 7 p.m. Tickets are $12 and include pasta, meatballs, salad, bread and dessert, raffle prizes and door prizes. For every 3 cans of Friskies or 2 rolls of paper towels, get a ticket for door prize drawings. To purchase/reserve tickets, email info@CatTalesCT.org or call 860-344-9043.

Saturday, Oct. 13

LANTERN TOURS: Artful Living presents Sleepy Hollow Lantern Tours, Oct. 12-13, starting at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 per person. Reserve at www.ArtfulLivingCT.com or call 860-3891363 LIBRARY BOOK SALE: The Friends of the Russell Library Book Sale will be held Oct. 13, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. and Oct. 14, 1-5 p.m. in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. For information on donations, email the Friends about possible pick-up at friendsatrussell@gmail.com

ICE CREAM AND A TOUR: The East Haddam Historical Society Museum has partnered with Ice Cream Emergency! and their team of professional “scoopologists” to welcome all visitors to the Museum at 264 Town St., for a specialty ice cream cone and a docent-led tour of the museum’s historical displays and artifacts, as part of the Haddam Swing Bridge Fall Special sponsored by The Valley Railroad Company. Tours and ice cream will be held 12:30-3 p.m., Oct. 13-14 and 21. Free admission for every $5 ice cream purchase.

SHREDDING DAY: The Clinton Chamber of Commerce will hold a Shredding Day Oct. 13, 9 a.m..-1 p.m. providing an opportunity for the public to shred old, unwanted documents safely and securely. A truck from the Shredding Source of Guilford will be parked in the lot between the Chamber office and the Town Hall Annex. Public is welcome, including non-chamber residents and non-Clinton residents. Questions can be directed to the Chamber of Commerce office at 860-669-3889 or by email at chamber@clintonctchamber.com

CAT TALES FUNDRAISER: The Buttonwood Tree Performing Arts & Cultural Center, 605 Main St., Middletown, is holding a fundraiser for Cat Tales, featuring guitarist, singer and songwriter Derek Knott on Saturday, Oct. 13, 8-10 p.m. Tickets are $20 and are available online at http://buttonwood.org/event/derekknott-2/.

ESTATE SALE: The Delaney Estate Sale will be held on Saturday, Oct. 13 at St. Joseph’s Parish Center, 48 Middlesex Ave. (Rte. 154), Chester. More information, along with photos of many items in the sale, at chesterhistoricalsociety.org, or call 860-558-4701.

ALCHEMY CONCERT: Alchemy, the vocal chamber ensemble of the GMChorale, presents its first concert of the season Oct. 13, 7 p.m. at First Congregational Church, 11 Church Drive. Cheshire. Led by founding Artistic Director Joseph D’Eugenio, the 24-voice ensemble will perform No tickets are required; a free-will donation will be accepted.

CAR SEAT SAFETY CHECK: Jackson Chevrolet, 660 South Main St., Middletown, will host a car seat safety check Saturday, Oct. 13, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Certified car seat technicians and Safe Kids CT will be on-site installing car seats, checking installed seats and recalls. No appointments are necessary and the event is free. All are welcome. For informattion, contact Luis Rivera at SafeKids CT for more information 860.837.5308

BIRTHDAY BASH: October Birthday Bash at the East Hampton Senior Center, Oct. 29, 12 p.m. The meal is catered by Chatham Caterer and sponsored by the Democratic Town Committee. Those over 60 with an October birthday, let the center know, and you’ll get an invitation to enjoy a free lunch, cake and ice cream. Guests are welcome to attend; sign up by Oct. 26.

CHILDREN’S BOOK READING: The public is invited to the Westbrook Public Library Saturday, Oct. , 2-4 p.m. for a special reading of the children’s book, “Smeagull the Seagull,” by the author, Mark Lender. This true story is about a charming seagull that lives in Westbrook, who has befriended a resident and trained “his human” to answer the door when he needs something to eat.

FALL TREE WALK: A fall tree walk with tree expert John Kehoe will be held Oct. 13, 10 a.m. at Indian Hill Cemetery, 383 Washington St., Middletown. Rain date is Oct. 14. The one-mile walk will include a variety of old trees, focusing on 15 to 20 tree species. A tractor pulling a wagon will be available for those with difficulty walking, which seats 12. Free, with refreshments. Bring a camera and walking shoes. Visit Indian-hill.org for more information and directions.

FAMILY STORY TIME: Family Story Time will be held Oct. 13, 10:30 a.m., free, at Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore , 413 Main St., Middletown. Details at www.wesleyanrjjulia.com or call 860-685-3939

VON TRAPP CONCERT: An Evening with Elisabeth von Trapp, “A Concert for Breath,” to benefit Yale University’s lung cancer study and research, will be held Oct. 13, 7 p.m. at Saint Ann’s Church, Old Lyme. Admission is $20, $10 for seniors. A reception follows the concert with a chance to meet von Trapp. doors open at 6:30 p.m. Space is limited.

DOCUMENTARY FILM: A free screening of the documentary film “The Gardener,” recounting Frank Cabot’s quest for perfection at Les Quatre Vents, a 20-acre English-style garden in Quebec, Oct. 13, 1 p.m. at the Essex Library, 33 West Ave. RSVP: 860-767-1560.

FAMILY FESTIVAL: A Family Fall Festival featuring games, prizes and face painting will be held Oct. 13, 11 a.m..-1 p.m. Rain date: Oct. 14. The Children's Tree Montessori School, 96 Essex Road, Old Saybrook. Details, call 860-388-3536, www.childrenstree.org.

OPEN HOUSE: An open house at the Children's Tree Montessori School, 96 Essex Road, Old Saybrook, will be held Oct. 13, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Details, call 860388-3536, www.childrenstree.org.

CANDY LAND GAME: Candy Land Floor Game at the Deep River Public Library, Oct. 13,10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. A new spin on an old family favorite. Best suited for ages 3 - 8. Registration is required and is staggered for different game times. Call 860526-6039 or email drplchildrensdept@gmail.com

RIVERFEST 2018: Riverfest 2018, a family friendly celebration, will be held Oct. 13, 1-4 p.m. at Devil’s Hopyard State Park pavilion, with bluegrass music, kid-friendly workshops and educational booths with live animals, and locally prepared chili, chowder and sweet treats. More information about the Eightmile River can be found on the website www.eightmileriver.org.

FAMILY FUN RUN: A Family Fun Run will be held Oct. 13, 8:30-11:30 a.m. at the track at Woodrow Wilson Middle School., Middletown. Pre-K -12th grade students and their parents can walk/run from 1 lap to a mile to represent their school, exercise with families and to practice for the CT Physical Fitness Test. School teams are also invited. Participants can come any time, do their laps, place their names on their school board and leave. No bikes, strollers or dogs allowed on the track. Rain or shine.

CHILI, MAC AND CHEESE: Church of the Epiphany, 196 Main St. Durham, will hold its annual chili and mac and cheese contest, Oct. 13, 4:30-7 p.m. Prizes, raffles provides. Bring an entry and get free admission. Cost is $10 adults, $5 children, includes entree, beverages, salad and dessert. Entries can be dropped off from 3-4:30 p.m.

CLUB DINNER: The Italian American Civic Order, Arbutus Street, Middletown, will sponsor a pasta and crab sauce or meat sauce dinner, Oct. 13, 6 p.m. Cost is $20 per person, also includes stuffed clams, salad, bread, dessert and beverages. The club can be rented for social events; bocce courts, horse shoe pits, volley ball courts and basketball court are available. Call 860-346-3721 for information.

LILAC GIRLS TALK: Connecticut Landmarks’ Educator Jana Colacino presents a free illustrated talk on Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden, 3:30 p.m. Oct. 13, Essex Library, 33 West Ave., focus on details from the lives of its notable residents. RSVP: 860-767-1560.

BLUEGRASS CONCERT: Elks Club #771, 44 Maynard St., Middletown, presents Still Pickin’ Bluegrass in concert, Oct. 13, 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets $10 at the door, or reserve at 860-933-3147. The concert is a Bill Monroe Homestead fundraiser.

ROCKY HORROR SHOW: Phoenix Theater Company will present “The Rocky Horror Show,” Oct. 13, at Deep River Town Hall Theater at 174 Main St., Deep River. (Exit 5 off Rt. 9). Tickets are $22 in advance and $26 at the door. Special VIP Seating (the first 5 rows of the front section) can be purchased at the door for an extra $4. For more information or to buy tickets go to www.phoenixtheater.us

Sunday, Oct. 14

FIRE DISTRICT OPEN HOUSE: The South Fire District will host its annual open house on Saturday, Oct. 14, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Activities inc lude Jaws of Life demonstrations, fire equipment displays, Sparky the Firedog, Middletown Police Department Care Seat Safety Clinic from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., E-911 Telephone Simulators, Grandma's Hazard House, tours of the firehouse, and children’s activities including Moon Bouncers, popcorn, refreshments and balloons.For further information call the firehouse at 860-347-6661.

SPECIAL CHURCH MEETING: A special meeting of the Congregation of Third Church, 94 Miner Street, Middletown will be held Oct. 14 at 11 a.m. The purpose of this special meeting is to initiate a Search Committee for the purpose of finding a new minister to lead our congregation. A second item on the agenda for this meeting is a change in the bylaws related to the filing for a 501(c)(3) status. Any questions, contact Third Church at 860-632-0733.