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Wednesday, Nov. 28 WESLEYAN POTTERS SHOW, SALE: “Celebrating 70 Years of Creating” Wesleyan Potters' Annual Exhibit & Sale, opens Nov. 23-Dec. 9, Saturday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Fridays, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. at 350 South Main St., Middletown. Fine arts and crafts including pottery, jewelry, sculpture, fiber arts, wood, paper crafts and photography. For information call 860-347-5925, or wesleyanpotters.com. PLAY SCRABBLE: Play Scrabble on Nov. 7, 14, 21, 28, 5-7 p.m. in Meeting Room 3, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Carol Whitfield will lead players in scrabble games. Dictionaries, score sheets and scrabble boards are available. For ages 12 – 112. Drop-in or sign-up online and get an email reminder.

CAREER TRAINING: Career training programs are offered at MxCC for SNAP recipients, Nov. 7, Nov. 28, 4 p.m. in Meeting Room 2, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Recipients of SNAP benefits can learn about career training programs at Middlesex Community College. Drop in; no registration required.

PRESCHOOL STORY HOUR: Preschool Power Story Hour meets Nov. 7, 14, 21, 28, 10:30 a.m. in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. For kids in pre-k - kindergarten (ages 3 – 5). Siblings welcome. Drop in; no registration required. SCORE WORKSHOP: John Porter will present a free workshop for SCORE on "Effective Financial Planning” Nov. 28, 1 p.m. at Westbrook Public Library. To register go to https://events.r20. constantcontact.com/register/ eventReg?oeidk=a07efst0ho1e6d2c1ce& oseq=&c=&ch= ‘HAPPY NOTES’: Happy Notes, for children ages 3-5, will be held Nov. 28, 11:30 a.m. in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Enjoy movement and music with singer, songwriter, pianist, and guitarist Kathye Flannagan. Drop in; no registration required. CT POETRY SOCIETY: The Middletown Chapter of the Connecticut Poetry Society meets to review poems, Nov. 28, 6 p.m. in Meeting Room 2, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. All are welcome. DNA, GENEAOLOGY: Nora Galvin, C. G., a member of the Connecticut Professional Genealogists Council, will discuss ethnicity aspects of DNA testing, shared DNA segments and how they can be used, Nov 28, 7 p.m. in the Hubbard Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown.

WELLNESS WEDNESDAY: Wellness Wednesday: Dealing With Diabetes, presented by ShopRite Clinton Pharmacy, Nov. 28, 6 p.m .at the Henry Carter Hull Library, Clinton. Learn what it means to be diagnosed with diabetes and the tools that are available to assist individuals dealing with the disease. Details, hchlibrary.org.

Thursday, Nov. 29

WESLEYAN POTTERS SHOW, SALE: “Celebrating 70 Years of Creating” Wesleyan Potters' Annual Exhibit & Sale, opens Nov. 23-Dec. 9, Saturday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Fridays, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. at 350 South Main St., Middletown. Fine arts and crafts including pottery, jewelry, sculpture, fiber arts, wood, paper crafts and photography. For information call 860-347-5925, or wesleyanpotters.com. ODDFELLOWS’ ANTIGONE: Oddfellows Playhouse Teen Repertory Company present Sophocles’ drama “Antigone” at the Oddfellows Playhouse, 128 Washington St., Middletown, Nov. 29-Dec. 7, Dec. 7-8, 7:30 p.m. Tickets $15 adults, $8 students. Reservations recommended. For more information, or to purchase tickets, go to www.oddfellows.org or call 860-347-6143.

MILITARY WRITING GROUP: We Were There: Writing Your Military Experiences, will meet Nov. 1, 8, 15 and 29, 6:30 p.m. in Meeting Room 2, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Led by Elizabeth Petry. All active or retired veterans can document their stories and experiences. New members welcome; recent veterans are especially encouraged to attend. The group recently signed a

contract to publish a book of their collected writings. Facilitator Christy Billings can be reached at 860-347-2528 x 160 or cbillings@russelllibrary.org. No registration required.

BABY RHYME TIME: Baby Rhyme Time meets Nov. 1, 8, 15, 29, 9:30 a.m. or 11 a.m., in the Hubbard Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. For babies birth - 12 months, and their caregivers. Drop in; no registration required.

POWER YOGA: Preschool Power Yoga, Nov. 28, 6:30 p.m., in the Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Evening yoga and mindfulness exercises with Dawn, for children in pre-k and kindergarten (ages 3 - 5). Siblings welcome. Drop in; no registration required.

VETERANS ROWING GROUP: Russell Library’s Veterans Writing Group will host a talk by Paul-Stephen Varszegi, founder of the US Veterans’ Rowing and Kayaking Group, Nov. 29, 6:30 p.m. in the Hubbard Room. The group helps veterans with PTSD and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) improve the quality of their lives. Drop in; no registration required.

SETBACK LEAGUE: Adults interested in joining a setback league either as a regular or a substitute should contact Mel Christiansen at 860-635-5727. Play is on Thursdays at 7 p.m. at the Coles Road Fire House, Cromwell.

BIRTHDAY PARTY: A combined November and December Birthday Party at the East Hampton Senior Center will be held Nov. 28, 12 p.m. with sing-along, cake and ice cream. Let the center know if your birthday falls in November or December, you’ll be invited to the party. Guests can sign up and pay $2 for the meall sign up by No. 21. Guests are asked bring in one non-perishable food item for the food bank HOLIDAY SALE: The Holiday Sale at The Cooley Gallery features historic and contemporary art in all sizes, on view through Jan. 6. Admission is free. www.cooleygallery.com. The Cooley Gallery, 25 Lyme Street, Old Lyme. 860434-8807 PLAYERS AUDITIONS: Podium Players Community Theater will continue to cast leading, supporting, and ensemble roles for its spring musical, “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” Nov. 29, 6:30 p.m., East Hampton Town Library, 105 Main Street, East Hampton. Performers of all ages over 6 and talent levels are welcome. Details at podiumplayers.org YULE BOOK FLOOD: The 2nd Annual Jolabokaflod ("YO-LA-BOK-A-FLOT) at Henry Carter Hull Library. Through December, celebrate the Icelandic "Yule Book Flood" tradition of giving books and chocolate during the winter holidays. Buy any $2 book at the book saleand get a free gourmet Lindt Chocolate Truffle. Sponsored by Lindt Chocolate Shop at Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets.

SIMPLFY THE SEASON: Coginchaug Area Transition can teach you ways to simplify your holiday season, with tips, resources, and ideas for celebrating yearend holidays in a more meaningful and less stressful way. Contact Jen at 518-3919045 with questions. Nov. 29, 7 p.m., Durham Library, upstairs meeting room.

Friday, Nov. 30

CHRISTMAS FAIR: Saint Lawrence Church, 7 Hemlock Drive, Killingworth, hosts it annual Christmas Fair on Friday, Nov. 30, 5-8 p.m., and Saturday, Dec. 1, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Attractions include a silent auction, gifts and gift baskets, basket raffle, evergreen decorations, and homemade holiday baked goods. The kitchen will offer homemade pies, soup, chili, hot dogs, pizza, meatball grinders, and more. For more information, contact Stlawrencec@yahoo.com or visit www.stlawrencechurch.com. ADULT CRAFTS: Crafts for Adults meet Nov. 30, 11 a.m. in the Hubbard Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. The library will provide materials as well as an adult coloring page for those who prefer. Drop in; no registration required. NANOWRIMO WRAP: Teen NaNoWriMo Wrap-Up, Nov. 30, 4:30 p.m. in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Celebrate the end of NaNoWriMo with other teen writers; finish your word goals with word sprints,

or connect Light refreshments with potential will critique be provided. partners. For teens in grades 7 - 12 (ages 12 - 18). Drop in; no registration required.

THE LOST TRIBE: The Buttonwood Tree Performing Arts Center, 605 Main St., Middletown, presents The Lost Tribe, an afro-funk fusion band lead by Jocelyn Pleasant, on Nov 30 from 8 to 10 pm. $10 admission. Reservations are suggested. www.buttonwood.org or call 860-3474957. ODDFELLOWS’ ANTIGONE: Oddfellows Playhouse Teen Repertory Company present Sophocles’ drama “Antigone” at the Oddfellows Playhouse, 128 Washington St., Middletown, Nov. 29-Dec. 7, Dec. 7-8, 7:30 p.m. Tickets $15 adults, $8 students. Reservations recommended. For more information, or to purchase tickets, go to www.oddfellows.org or call 860-347-6143. WESLEYAN POTTERS SHOW, SALE:

“Celebrating 70 Years of Creating” Wesleyan Potters' Annual Exhibit & Sale, opens Nov. 23-Dec. 9, Saturday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Fridays, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. at 350 South Main St., Middletown. Fine arts and crafts including pottery, jewelry, sculpture, fiber arts, wood, paper crafts and photography. For information call 860-347-5925, or wesleyanpotters.com. SILENT FILM WITH MUSIC: Artists for World Peace presents a screening of the original 1920 silent version of the classic horror film, “The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari,” with live musical accompaniment by The Flying Particles, Nov. .39. 7:30 p.m. at the DeKoven House Community Center, 7 Washington St, Middletown. Tickets $10 at the door. Visit www.artistsforworldpeace.org for more information, or call 860-301-9757.

YULE BOOK FLOOD: The 2nd Annual Jolabokaflod ("YO-LA-BOK-A-FLOT) at Henry Carter Hull Library. Through December, celebrate the Icelandic "Yule Book Flood" tradition of giving books and chocolate during the winter holidays. Buy any $2 book at the book saleand get a free gourmet Lindt Chocolate Truffle. Sponsored by Lindt Chocolate Shop at Clinton Crossing Premium Outlets.

DECK THE HALLS: Friday, Nov. 30,‘Deck the Halls’ of the East Hampton Senior Center at 10:30 am. Light refreshmenets offered.

Saturday, Dec. 1 ODDFELLOWS’ ANTIGONE: Oddfellows Playhouse Teen Repertory Company present Sophocles’ drama “Antigone” at the Oddfellows Playhouse, 128 Washington St., Middletown, Nov. 29-Dec. 7, Dec. 7-8, 7:30 p.m. Tickets $15 adults, $8 students. Reservations recommended. For more information, or to purchase tickets, go to www.oddfellows.org or call 860-347-6143. HOLIDAY ON MAIN: Middletown’s 33rd Annual Holiday on Main Street presented by Pratt & Whitney, continues Dec. 1, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Dec. 8, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and Dec. 15, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For complete information, go to www.HolidayonMain.com WESLEYAN POTTERS SHOW, SALE:

“Celebrating 70 Years of Creating” Wesleyan Potters' Annual Exhibit & Sale, opens Nov. 23-Dec. 9, Saturday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Fridays, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. at 350 South Main St., Middletown. Fine arts and crafts including pottery, jewelry, sculpture, fiber arts, wood, paper crafts and photography. For information call 860-347-5925, or wesleyanpotters.com.

HOLIDAY PARTY: The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association, Chapter 257, will hold its annual holiday party and installation of elected officers on Monday, Dec. 3, 1:pm, at Brazi's Restaurant, Long Wharf, 201 Food Terminal Plaza, New Haven. Reservations are required ; RSVP by Nov. 28. For reservation information, contact Linda at 203-287-8673. CHRISTMAS BAZAAR: A Christmas Bazaar will be held Dec. 1, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at East Berlin United Methodist Church, 139 Main St., East Berlin, with a variety of crafters, make & take wreath workshop, baked goods, Christmas cookies, something for everyone. Lunch served from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Call 860-202-7569.