CALENDAR

Friday, Dec. 14

FUN FRIDAY: Fun Friday meets Dec. 7, 14, 21, 30, 10:30 a.m. at the Deep River Public Library. Stories and songs followed by craft and open play. Perfect for the preschool set. Drop in, no registration.

GALLERY SHOW: Spectrum Gallery Exhibit, Myths, Fairy Tales and Fantasies!, continues until Jan. 13. For hours and other information visit www.spectrumartgallery.org or call 860-767-0742.

NICK OF TIME: Madhatters Theatre Company presents the holiday musical comedy “In the Nick of Time” at Chester Meeting House 4 Liberty Street, Chester, Dec. 14, 6 p.m., Dec. 15, 2 p.m., 7 p.m., Dec. 16, 2 p.m. Tickets $20 adults, $15 for 12 and under. Benefits Smiles for Smilow Cancer Center at Yale. Reserve at madhattersctc@aol.com or call 860-3951861

LIBRARY BOOK SALE: The Friends of the Russell Library Book Sale, De. 14, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Dec. 15, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Dec. 16, 1-5 p.m. in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Friends' book sales offer something for everyone and help the Friends fund a wide variety of Library programs.

SICILIAN ROOTS MUSIC: The Buttonwood Tree Performing Arts Center 605 Main St., Middletown, presents Sicilian folk/roots band Rosa Tatuata, Dec. 14, 8 p.m. $15. Reservations are suggested. Go to www.buttonwood.org or call 860-3474957

LANTERN LIGHT TOURS: The Madison Historical Society, together with members of the Deacon John Grave Foundation and students from Daniel Hand High School, will offer lantern light tours in the Madison Green National Historic District, Dec. 14, 6-9 p.m. $12 adults, $10 members, $5 for children ages 5-7. Reserve at www.madisonhistory.org or call 203245-4567. Recommended for age 5 and up.

UGLY SWEATER PARTY: Epoch Arts, 27 Skinner St., East Hampton, will hold an Ugly Sweater Party, Dec. 14, 7 p.m. at the monthly dance party. Prizes awarded; for grades 6 and up. $5 admission. Details at epocharts.org.

Saturday, Dec. 15

SPANISH CLASSES: Sign up for weekly beginning Spanish classes starting at 4 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 10 at. Ivoryton Library, 106 Main St., in Ivoryton. The teacher is Sara Bendetto, and the cost is $10 a class. Register by calling the library, 860-767-1252.

TEEN OPEN MIC: Teen Open Mic, Dec. 15, 3-5 p.m, $5 per person, at the Buttonwood Tree, 605 Main St., Middletown. Be a part of Buttonwood’s first open mic specifically for performers ages 12-18. Perform any type of art and bands are welcome. Call for details, 860-347- 4957.

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.

HOLIDAY ON MAIN: Middletown’s 33rd Annual Holiday on Main Street presented by Pratt & Whitney, concludes Dec. 15, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For complete information, go to www.HolidayonMain.com

LIBRARY BOOK SALE: The Friends of the Russell Library Book Sale, De. 14, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Dec. 15, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Dec. 16, 1-5 p.m. in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Friends' book sales offer something for everyone and help the Friends fund a wide variety of Library programs.

KIDS CHRISTMAS PARTY: Epoch Arts,27 Skinner St., East Hampton, will hold a Kids Christmas Party, 1 p.m. Dec. 15. $15.Make presents to put under the tree, decorate cookies, read stories, visit with Santa, watch a movie. For ages 4-11, $15. Epoch Arts is a non profit arts for youth organization. epocharts.org.

GALLERY SHOW: Spectrum Gallery Exhibit, Myths, Fairy Tales and Fantasies!, continues until Jan. 13. For hours and other information visit www.spectrumartgallery.org or call 860-767-0742.

GRINCH STORY TIME: Annual Grinch Story Time at Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore , 413 Main St., Middletown, 11:30 a.m., Dec. 15, free. Donations of gentlyused children’s books for local non-profit Read to Grow are welcome. Bring books from home, and/or check out our “Books to Donate” display at the store. Details at www.wesleyanrjjulia.com or call 860685-3939.

SANTA AT CAMP INGERSOLL: Visit YMCA Camp Ingersoll on Saturday, Dec. 15, 2-5 p.m. Santa is moving his workshop to camp for the day. Holiday crafts, snacks, evening around the fire. This event is free, but donations will be accepted to support camp development and future events. YMCA membership is not required. Contact Taylor Savage (tsavage@midymca.org) with questions.

TEEN VOLUNTEER FAIR: A Teen Volunteer Fair will be held Dec. 15, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. in the Hubbard Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Teens hoping to gain job experience, complete service hours for school, or get involved with their community can learn about local organizations that offer volunteer opportunities for teens. For teens in grades 7 - 12 (ages 12 - 18) and their parents. Drop in; no registration required.

CHRISTMAS COOKIE FAIR: St. Stephen’s Ladies Aid Christmas Cookie Fair, in its fifteenth year, features thousands of delicious, homemade cookies in every variety imaginable, Dec. 15, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at 31 Main St., East Haddam. Holiday gift wrapping also available. For more information visit www.ststeves.org/event/christmas-cookie-fair/

NICK OF TIME: Madhatters Theatre Company presents the holiday musical comedy “In the Nick of Time” at Chester Meeting House 4 Liberty Street, Chester, Dec. 14, 6 p.m., Dec. 15, 2 p.m., 7 p.m., Dec. 16, 2 p.m. Tickets $20 adults, $15 for 12 and under. Benefits Smiles for Smilow Cancer Center at Yale. Reserve at madhattersctc@aol.com or call 860-3951861

HOLIDAY ORNAMENT DECORATING: The Buttonwood Tree Performing Arts Center, 605 Main St., Middletown, will host a holiday ornament decorating workshop, sponsored by Middletown’s Parks and Rec department, Dec. 15, 12:30- p.m. Donations welcome. Details at www.buttonwood.org or all 860-3474957

JAZZ MUSICIAN: The Buttonwood Tree, 605 Main St., Middletown, presents West African jazz fusion artist Lorens Chuno, 8 p.m., Dec. 15, $15. Details at www.buttonwood.org or all 860-347-4957

VISIT WITH SANTA: Visit with Santa at Wadsworth Glen, 30 Boston Road, Middletown, Dec. 15, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. This is a free dvent. Refreshments will be served. Call 860-346-9299 (Ext. 145) or email: admissions@wadsworthglenhcc.com for more information.

Sunday, Dec. 16

GALLERY SHOW: Spectrum Gallery Exhibit, Myths, Fairy Tales and Fantasies!, continues until Jan. 13. For hours and other information visit www.spectrumartgallery.org or call 860-767-0742.

NICK OF TIME: Madhatters Theatre Company presents the holiday musical comedy “In the Nick of Time” at Chester Meeting House 4 Liberty Street, Chester, Dec. 14, 6 p.m., Dec. 15, 2 p.m., 7 p.m., Dec. 16, 2 p.m. Tickets $20 adults, $15 for 12 and under. Benefits Smiles for Smilow Cancer Center at Yale. Reserve at madhattersctc@aol.com or call 860-3951861

LIBRARY BOOK SALE: The Friends of the Russell Library Book Sale, De. 14, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Dec. 15, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Dec. 16, 1-5 p.m. in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Friends' book sales offer something for everyone and help the Friends fund a wide variety of Library programs.

SUNDAY WORSHIP: Worship with Eucharist 9 a.m.; Sunday School, Adult Ed. on Forgiveness,10:30 a.m. at Faith Lutheran Church on 300 Washington St., Middletown. For more information go to www.faithelcamiddletown.org.

GILLETTE’S VALET: “Osaki-san, William Gillette's Gentleman Valet,” will be presented by the East Haddam Stage Company Dec. 16, 2 p.m. in the The Hubbard Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown, a new oneman drama on the life of Yukitaka Osaki, featuring Japanese actor Taku Hirai. Drop in; no registration required.

Monday, Dec. 17

WONDERFUL ONES: Wonderful Ones, Dec.3, 10, 17, 10:30 a.m. in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. For one year olds (12 to 23 months) Siblings welcome. Drop in; no registration required.

BLOOD PRESSURE CLINICS: Blood Pressure Clinics at the East Hampton Senior Center, Monday, Dec. 3 and 17 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Walk-ins welcome, no appointment needed. Sponsored by Chatham Health District.

SPREAD KINDNESS: Adult Craft Night at the Henry Carter Hull Lirary, Dec. 176, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Paint some stones with inspiring designs and sayings, then pay-it-forward and leave them in public spaces for others to find. Materials and refreshments provided. No registration.

Tuesday, Dec. 18

MILITARY MUSEUM: The Greater Middletown Military Museum will hold its next meeting Dec. 18, 6:30 p.m. at 200 Walnut Grove Road, Middletown. Members meet on the third Tuesday of the month; all are welcome. Note the time change; the Middletown Council of Veterans would like to meet at the Military Museum the same night.

MEDITATION: Christmas meditation, Dec. 18, 7:30 p.m., Trinity Episcopal Church, 345 Main St, Portland, led by The Rev. Phil Bjornberg. SOUND HEALING: Crystal Bowl Sound Healing with Lou Sorrentino at the BUt-tonwood Tree, 605 Main St., Middletown, Dec. 18, 7:30-8:30 p.m., meets on third Tuesdays. Donations welcome. For information go to www.buttonwood.org or call 860-3474957.

TERRIFIC TWOS: Twos are Terrific, Dec. 4, 11, 18, 10:30 a.m., in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. For two year olds (24 - 35 months) Siblings welcome. Drop in; no registration required.

GALLERY SHOW: Spectrum Gallery Exhibit, Myths, Fairy Tales and Fantasies!, continues until Jan. 13. For hours and other information visit www.spectrumartgallery.org or call 860-767-0742.

ADVENT MEDITATIONS: The Rev. Phil Bjornberg will be leading guided periods of contemplative prayer and meditation weekly during Advent at Trinity Church, 345 Main Street, Portland. Gatherings will be in the church sanctuary at 7:30 on Tuesday evenings, Dec. 4, 11, 18. All are welcome.

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.

Wednesday, Dec. 19

SPANISH CLASSES: Sign up for weekly beginning Spanish classes starting at 4 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 10 at. Ivoryton Library, 106 Main St., in Ivoryton. The teacher is Sara Bendetto, and the cost is $10 a class. Register by calling the library, 860-767-1252.

ORNA-MOMENTOS: Bookish OrnaMomentos, for grades 1 and up, 4 p.m., Dec. 19. Read a picture book, or chapter from a bigger book, and create a coordinating ornament. No registration is required. Free, at Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore, 413 Main St., Middletown. Details at www.wesleyanrjjulia.com or call 860-685-3939

FREE MOVIE: “Blindspotting” at the Henry Carter Hull Library, Clinton. Dec. 19, 5:30 p.m. Free with popcorn from Chip’s Pub III. SLIME MAKING: Slime Science meets Dec. 19, 4:30 p.m., in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. For kids in grades 3 - 5 (ages 9 12). Drop-in; no registration required.