The Register Citizen (Torrington, CT)
Calendar of Events
Friday, Aug. 26
WINSTED FARMERS MARKET: Winsted Farmers Market, Fridays, 3-6p.m. at East End Park. A variety of vendors, special events, free admission.
MAYOR’S POLKA NIGHT: Torrington Parks and Recreation Summer Concert Series concludes with Mayor’s Polka Night, Eddie Forman Band, Aug. 26, 6-8p.m. at Coe Memorial Park. Ice cream, popcorn and water provided. For more information, call 860-489-2274.
STAR PARTY: Astronomy program with members of the Litchfield Hills Amateur Astronomy Club and the Mattatuck Astronomical Society at White Memorial Conservation Center, Litchfield, Aug. 26, 8p.m. in the A.B. Ceder Room. Stargazing follows, weather permitting. Bring your own telescope or binoculars. Free, donations welcome.
Saturday, Aug. 27
LOVING HAIGHT: Loving Haight with Gerri Griswold, Aug. 27, 10a.m. at the A.B. Ceder Room, White Memorial Conservation Center, Litchfield. Free, donations welcome. Pack a picnic and explore the property.
SPRUCE HILL: Exploring Spruce Hill and Schermerhorn Hill with Gerri Griswold, White Memorial Conservation Center, Aug. 27, 2p.m. Bring a snack and dine by the stream. Free, donations welcome.
FARMERS MARKET: The Norfolk Farmers Market returns its 10th outdoor season on Saturdays, 10a.m.-1 p.m., on the Town Hall lawn, 19Maple Ave., Norfolk, one block north of Route 44; just follow the signs. Parking is free and the market is held rain or shine. Visit www.norfolkfarmersmarket.org for details, special events and 10th birthday surprises. Outdoor markets continue every Saturday through Oct. 8.
BINGO: Sons of Italy, Center Street, Torrington, hosts bingo games on Wednesdays, 4-9:30p.m. with dinner at 5and calling at 6. Saturday, bingo is played from 4-9:30p.m. Doors open at 4p.m., games begin at 6p.m. For information, call the lodge at 860-489-1226.
FARMERS MARKET: Torrington Farmers Market will be held Saturday, 10a.m. to 1p.m. in the parking lot of St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 837Charles Street. The midweek market is held Tuesdays, 2to 6 p.m. The market offers fresh fruits, vegetables, berries, meat products, maple syrup, honey, cheese, soaps, baked goods, jewelry and much more.
FARM FRESH MARKET: Litchfield Hills Farm-Fresh Market, Saturdays, 10a.m.-1p.m. at Center School Parking lot, Woodruff Lane, Litchfield. Over 20vendors participate. For more information and to see what’s on the agenda for each week go to http:// www.litchfieldfarmersmarket.org. Outdoor markets continue through October. CHANGING LAND, WILDLIFE: Steep Rock Association will sponsor a talk by Margery Winters of Roaring Brook Nature Center, Changing Land, Changing Wildlife, at the Institute for American Indian Studies, 38Curtis Rd., Washington, Aug. 27, 9:30-11 a.m. After the talk, take a short hike to the Steep Rock Preserve. The program is free; to register, call Steep Rock Association at 860- 868-9131. To reach the institute, call 8608680518or visit www.iaismuseum.org
WALKING STICK CLASS: The Friends of the Eric Sloane Museum are offering a free class on making your own walking stick made from cuttings from apple trees, Saturday, Aug. 27from 11a.m.-1p.m. Call 860 927-3849to register for this class.
GRANGE FAIR: The Whigville Grange fair will be held Saturday, Aug. 27, 10a.m.-2p.m. This year the fair features a handmade miniature of Burlington, complete with a railroad. A teacup auction, live music, food, and more. Agricultural , baking, and hobby competitions are open to all, with no entry fee.The Grange is located on S. Main St., Burlington, just off Route 69.For an entry form, email your name and address to D. Brown at b_gary@sbcglobal.net .
BOOK SALE: Norfolk Library’s 40th annual book sale will be held Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 27-28, 10a.m. 4p.m. Low priced books of all types for sale, with unlimited free books after 2p.m. Sunday and Monday morning. The library is still accepting donations; email bridgettaylor@earthlink.net to arrange pickups. The library is at 9Greenwoods Road East; for information, call 860-542-5075
PEACH FESTIVAL: Eagle Rock Church, 110Reynolds Bridge Rd., Thomaston, will hold its annual peach festival on Saturday, Aug. 27, 4-6p.m. in the church hall. Enjoy fresh peaches over Amy’s famous homemade biscuits. $6smal, $7 large, eat in or takeout available. For information, call the church at 860283-5218 LAWN CONCERT: Salisbury Band annual Lawn Concert at the Scoville Memorial Library, Aug. 27, 4p.m. Bring blankets and a picnic. 38Main St., Salisbury. For information, call 860-435-2838.
Sunday, Aug. 28
SOLDIER’S MONUMENT: Musician/ historian Rick Spencer will perform “To End All Wars: Songs of the First World War” Aug. 28at the Winsted
Soldier’s Monument, 1-3p.m. Free and open to the public. See www.soldiersmonumentwinsted.org for more details.
ALLIED MARKET: Sister Susies Allied Market will take place on Washington Green, at 6Kirby Road in Washington, on Aug. 28, 11a.m.-3p.m. Contact the Gunn Historical Museum for information at www.gunnmuseum.org, 860868-7756, or email info@ gunnhistoricalmuseum.org. All are welcome to attend and experience this historical event. There is no entrance cost and everyone is encouraged to dress in period costume. MORRIS MARKETPLACE: The Morris Marketplace is a unique farmers market held Sundays on the grounds of South Farms, a historic working farm, at 21Higbie Road in Morris. Markets feature live music, a free children’s craft, and lunch from The Farm Truck by Winvian. Vendors include: SouthFarms, Bantam Bread, Chet’s Italian Ice, Winvian, Waldingfield Farm, AmandaBakes, The Hummingbird Cafe, Little Farm on Main, The Olive Oil Factory, Pond’s Poultry, Savor Fine Foods, March Farm, and more. Markets run from June 26through Oct. 30on Sundays from 11 a.m.-2p.m. CHURCH IN THE WILDWOOD: Sunday evening Vesper Service and Hymn Sing, Sunday, Aug. 28at 7 p.m. at the historic Church in the Wildwood on Route 183 in North Colebrook, led by Rev. Diane Monti-Catania, Salisbury Congregational Church. Free will offering collected. For more information call Susan Caufield, President, Board of Directors at 860-324-4267.
TRUE GRIT: The Warner Theatre will the show the 1969 American western, True Grit, on its 50’ screen Sunday, Aug. 28at 3p.m. Tickets are $5. For information, visit warnertheatre.org. FAMILY ARTS DAY: Warner Theatre’s Family Arts Day will be held Aug. 28, 11a.m.-2p.m. Activities provided including arts and crafts, cookie decorating and face painting. Food vendors available, as well as interactive musical, dance and acting workshops and live performances of storytelling, dance, magic and more. Admission is free. For information, call the Education Receptionist 860-489-7180x 148or visit warnertheatre.org.
BOOK SALE: Norfolk Library’s 40th annual book sale will be held Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 27-28, 10a.m.-4p.m. Low priced books of all types for sale, with unlimited free books after 2p.m. Sunday and Monday morning. The library is still accepting donations; email bridgettaylor@earthlink.net to arrange pickups. The library is at 9Greenwoods Road East; for information, call 860-542-5075
Monday, Aug. 29
REGISTRATION OPEN: Bakerville Community Nursery School is now accepting registration for the 2016-17 school year in both the 3-and 4-year-old pre-school program. BCNS, now entering its 50th year of operation, is a community outreach program of the Bakerville United Methodist Church, 1087Litchfield Turnpike in New Hartford. For more information or to arrange a visit, contact the school at 860-496-1852or bcns1967@gmail.com. TAI CHI TUESDAYS: Free Tai Chi & Qigong Tuesdays, July 5-Aug. 30, 7-8p.m. in the Torrington Historical Society gardens, 192Main St. Registration not required. For information: 860-733-5553. HIGHLAND LAKE RELAY: Winsted Recreation and the Highland Lake Watershed Association will hold the annual Highland Lake Relay Race on Saturday, Sept. 10. Participants must register by Friday, Aug. 29. Forms are available at the town hall, online at townofwinchester.org, or by calling the recreation office at 860-738-6926. ITALIAN CLASSES: Italian classes will be held at the Sullivan Senior Center, 88 East Albert St., Torrington. Advanced Italian begins Friday, Sept. 9, 9:15to 11:15a.m., and end on Dec. 9; no classes Nov. 11or Nov. 25. Rquired text,Ciao! fifth edition, by Federici and Riga, reader also required. Intermediate Italian, Sept. 23-Dec. 6, no class Nov. 22. Text: Italian Two and Three Years Workbook, second edition, by Tursi and Cincinnato, reader also required. Fee $85 seniors, $100others, register at the first session. For more information, call 860-4892211. ITALIAN CLASSES: Italian classes will be held at St. Michael’s Church library, South St., Litchfield, Advanced Beginner Italia, Sept. 9-Dec. 2, 1:30-3:30p.m., no class Nov. 25. Text: Prego! An Invitation to Italian, third edition, by Graziana Lazzarino, reader also required. Fee $90seniors, $105 others. For more information, call 860-496-8041. BOOK DISCUSSION: Fiveweek book discussion on Giorgio Vasari, Sept. 28, 6:308p.m. at St. Michael’s Church, Litchfield, Reader: The Lives of the Artists, vol. I, by Giorgio Vasari, translated by George Bull, ISBN 0140445005, available at abebooks.com (under $5). Fee $40seniors, $45others. For more information, call 860-496-8041.
Tuesday, Aug. 30
FARMERS MARKET: Torrington Farmers Market will be held Saturday, 10a.m. to 1p.m. in the parking lot of St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 837Charles Street. The midweek market is held Tuesdays, 2to 6p.m. The market offers fresh fruits, vegetables, berries, meat products, maple syrup, honey, cheese, soaps, baked goods, jewelry and much more. DUPLICATE BRIDGE: Duplicate Bridge at the Sullivan Senior Center, East Albert Street, Torrington, Tuesday evenings from 7—10p.m. For more information call John Townsend at 860-567-0671. Leave a message, he will return your call. Bringing a partner is encouraged but not required.
Cost: $5 per person.
GROUP SHOW: Group art show at Burnham Library, 62 Main St. South, Bridgewater, Aug. 30-Sept. 29during library hours. Opening reception Sept. 10, 4-6p.m. Studio tours Sept. 17, 10a.m..-4p.m. For more information on the studio tours, participating artists and maps, contact the library at 860-354-6937or burnhamlibrary.org.
Wednesday, Aug. 31
BINGO: Sons of Italy, Center Street, Torrington, hosts bingo games on Wednesdays, 4-9:30p.m. with dinner at 5 and calling at 6. Saturday, bingo is played from 4-9:30 p.m. Doors open at 4p.m., games begin at 6p.m. For information, call the lodge at 860-489-1226.
BINGO: St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church holds weekly bingo games at St. Anthony School, Oak Street, Winsted, on Wednesdays. Doors open at 5p.m. with refreshments and snacks for sale. Games begin at 6:45p.m. Progressive jackpots. For information call the church at 860-379-3369
YOGA: Yoga in the Garden behind the White Memorial Conservation Center, Litchfield, museum, Aug. 31, 8a.m., $10. Some proceeds will go to the center. For information, call 860-309-9489.
Thursday, Sept. 1
SQUADRON MEETING: A Meeting Northwest Hills Composite Squadron Civil Air Patrol Auxiliary of the United States Air Force will be held Thursday, 7-9p.m. at the Torrington Armory South Main Street. For more information , call Commander Tim Ceritello at 860-620-3670or email timceritello@gmail.com.
SPIRITUAL GROUP: A Spiritual Awakening Discussion Group will meet Thursdays 1:30-2:30p.m. at Unity in the Foothills at United Congregational Church, 1622Torringford Street, Torrington. The group is facilitated by Barbara Schafer, APRN, MSN, Licensed Unity teacher. Members say “We are exploring spiritual truths together in loving discussion which transforms our thinking and raises our consciousness.” All are welcome; call 860921-4297for information.
BIOGRAPHER TALK: Acclaimed biographer Barbara Leaming will discuss her work Sept. 1, 6:30p.m. at Gunn Memorial Library, 5Wykeham Rd., washington. The program is free; registration requested. Call 860-868-7586for further information or visit www. gunnlibrary.org. Hickory Stick Bookstore will provide books for purchase and signing.
Friday, Sept. 2
WINSTED FARMERS MARKET: Winsted Farmers Market, Fridays, 3-6p.m. at East End Park. A variety of vendors, special events, free admission. GOSHEN FAIR: 104th annual Goshen Fair, presented by the Goshen Agricultural Society, at the Goshen Fairgrounds, Route 63in Goshen, Sept. 3-5, Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m.-9p.m. and Monday, 8 a.m.-6p.m. Admission $9 adults, 12and under free, with free parking. Activities include a large judging section of animals, arts, crafts, photography, needlework and other categories; truck, tractor and garden tractor pulls, monster trucks, apple fritter and pie eating contests, hay bale and skillet tosses, lumberjack contests, a frozen T-shirt contest and a spelling bee. Live entertainment throughout the weekend by the NW CT Band, Bristol Olde Tyme Fiddlers, Easy Baby, Branded, Switch Factory, Steve Dunn Band, Erin Troy Danner, Apricot Brandy, Truck Stop Troubadours and Soul Sound Revue. Many vendors and a wide variety of food available for sale. Fireworks display Saturday night at dusk. Midway with many rides for an additional fee. For a full schedule visit http:// www.goshenfair.org./
Saturday, Sept. 3
FARMERS MARKET: The Norfolk Farmers Market returns its 10th outdoor season on Saturdays, 10a.m.-1p.m., on the Town Hall lawn, 19 Maple Ave., Norfolk, one block north of Route 44; just follow the signs. Parking is free and the market is held rain or shine. Visit www.norfolkfarmersmarket.org for details, special events and 10th birthday surprises. Outdoor markets continue every Saturday through Oct. 8.
BINGO: Sons of Italy, Center Street, Torrington, hosts bingo games on Wednesdays, 4-9:30p.m. with dinner at 5 and calling at 6. Saturday, bingo is played from 4-9:30 p.m. Doors open at 4p.m., games begin at 6p.m. For information, call the lodge at 860-489-1226. FARMERS MARKET: Torrington Farmers Market will be held Saturday, 10a.m. to 1p.m. in the parking lot of St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 837Charles Street. The midweek market is held Tuesdays, 2to 6p.m. The market offers fresh fruits, vegetables, berries, meat products, maple syrup, honey, cheese, soaps, baked goods, jewelry and much more. FARM FRESH MARKET: Litchfield Hills Farm-Fresh Market, Saturdays, 10a.m.-1 p.m. at Center School Parking lot, Woodruff Lane, Litchfield. Over 20vendors participate. For more information and to see what’s on the agenda for each week go to http://www. litchfieldfarmersmarket.org. Outdoor markets continue through October.
COLEBROOK FAIR: The 72nd annual Colebrook Fair will be held Saturday, Sept. 3, 9a.m.-3p.m. in Colebrook Center, Routes 183-182A. Crafters, vendors, food concessions, a bake sale at the church, a flea market, as well as children’s games, contests, including a pie eating contest, prizes, a clown, magic show, face painting, the Colebrook Fire Dept. touch a fire truck, music, traditional frog jumping contest and pet show judging. Car show begins at 9a.m. Cardboard boat regatta begins at 3:30p.m. at the Town pond. Parking, admission and shuttle service around the fair are all free. For more information call 860-379-3359. ext. 201 or www.colebrookfair.weebly.com. For Vendor Information: 860-738-9521or email Colebrookseniorcenter@gmail.com
GOSHEN FAIR: 104th annual Goshen Fair, presented by the Goshen Agricultural Society, at the Goshen Fairgrounds, Route 63in Goshen, Sept. 3-5, Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m.-9p.m. and Monday, 8 a.m.-6p.m. Admission $9 adults, 12and under free, with free parking. Activities include a large judging section of animals, arts, crafts, photography, needlework and other categories; truck, tractor and garden tractor pulls, monster trucks, apple fritter and pie eating contests, hay bale and skillet tosses, lumberjack contests, a frozen T-shirt contest and a spelling bee. Live entertainment throughout the weekend by the NW CT Band, Bristol Olde Tyme Fiddlers, Easy Baby, Branded, Switch Factory, Steve Dunn Band, Erin Troy Danner, Apricot Brandy, Truck Stop Troubadours and Soul Sound Revue. Many vendors and a wide variety of food available for sale. Fireworks display Saturday night at dusk. Midway with many rides for an additional fee. For a full schedule visit http:// www.goshenfair.org./
Sunday, Sept. 4
MORRIS MARKETPLACE: The Morris Marketplace is a unique farmers market held Sundays on the grounds of South Farms, a historic working farm, at 21Higbie Road in Morris. Markets feature live music, a free children’s craft, and lunch from The Farm Truck by Winvian. Vendors include: SouthFarms, Bantam Bread, Chet’s Italian Ice, Winvian, Waldingfield Farm, AmandaBakes, The Hummingbird Cafe, Little Farm on Main, The Olive Oil Factory, Pond’s Poultry, Savor Fine Foods, March Farm, and more. Markets run from June 26through Oct. 30on Sundays from 11 a.m.-2p.m.
GOSHEN FAIR: 104th annual Goshen Fair, presented by the Goshen Agricultural Society, at the Goshen Fairgrounds, Route 63in Goshen, Sept. 3-5, Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m.-9p.m. and Monday, 8 a.m.-6p.m. Admission $9 adults, 12and under free, with free parking. Activities include a large judging section of animals, arts, crafts, photography, needlework and other categories; truck, tractor and garden tractor pulls, monster trucks, apple fritter and pie eating contests, hay bale and skillet tosses, lumberjack contests, a frozen T-shirt contest and a spelling bee. Live entertainment throughout the weekend by the NW CT Band, Bristol Olde Tyme Fiddlers, Easy Baby, Branded, Switch Factory, Steve Dunn Band, Erin Troy Danner, Apricot Brandy, Truck Stop Troubadours and Soul Sound Revue. Many vendors and a wide variety of food available for sale. Fireworks display Saturday night at dusk. Midway with many rides for an additional fee. For a full
schedule visit http://www. goshenfair.org. CHURCH IN THE WILDWOOD: Sunday evening Vesper Service and Hymn Sing, Sunday, Sept. 4at 7 p.m. at the historic Church in the Wildwood on Route 183 in North Colebrook, led by Ray Zetye, Executive Director of Camp Jewell YMCA. Free will offering collected. For more information call Susan Caufield, President, Board of Directors at 860-324-4267.
Tuesday, Sept. 6
FARMERS MARKET: Torrington Farmers Market will be held Saturday, 10a.m. to 1p.m. in the parking lot of St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 837Charles Street. The midweek market is held Tuesdays, 2to 6p.m. The market offers fresh fruits, vegetables, berries, meat products, maple syrup, honey, cheese, soaps, baked goods, jewelry and much more.
DUPLICATE BRIDGE: Duplicate Bridge at the Sullivan Senior Center, East Albert Street, Torrington, Tuesday evenings from 7—10p.m. For more information call John Townsend at 860-567-0671. Leave a message, he will return your call. Bringing a partner is encouraged but not required. Cost: $5per person.
HATHA YOGA: Hatha Yoga Classes at Wisdom House, Litchfield. Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27. Breathe, stretch and deeply relax with Barbara Putnam. All levels welcome. For more information or to register: bdputnam@alum.mit.edu or call 860-567-4465.
Wednesday, Sept. 7
BINGO: Sons of Italy, Center Street, Torrington, hosts bingo games on Wednesdays, 4-9:30p.m. with dinner at 5 and calling at 6. Saturday, bingo is played from 4-9:30 p.m. Doors open at 4p.m., games begin at 6p.m. For information, call the lodge at 860-489-1226.
BINGO: St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church holds weekly bingo games at St. Anthony School, Oak Street, Winsted, on Wednesdays. Doors open at 5p.m. with refreshments and snacks for sale. Games begin at 6:45p.m. Progressive jackpots. For information call the church at 860-379-3369
Thursday, Sept. 8
SQUADRON MEETING: A Meeting Northwest Hills Composite Squadron Civil Air Patrol Auxiliary of the United States Air Force will be held Thursday, 7-9p.m. at the Torrington Armory South Main Street. For more information , call Commander Tim Ceritello at 860-620-3670or email timceritello@gmail.com
Friday, Sept. 9
WINSTED FARMERS MARKET: Winsted Farmers Market, Fridays, 3-6p.m. at East End Park. A variety of vendors, special events, free admission. BETHLEHEM FAIR: The 92nd annual Bethlehem Fair will be held Sept. 9, 10, and 11at the Bethlehem Fair Grounds, 384Main St North (Route 61), Bethlehem, Friday, 5-10p.m., Saturday, 8a.m.-10 p.m., Sunday, 8a.m.-5:30 p.m. Admission $9adults, $7seniors, 11and under free with an adult. Free parking; season pass available - $18for all three days. For full details on daily activities include live entertainment, visit www. bethlehemfair.com.
ITALIAN CLASSES: Italian classes will be held at the Sullivan Senior Center, 88 East Albert St., Torrington. Advanced Italian begins Friday, Sept. 9, 9:15to 11:15a.m., and end on Dec. 9; no classes Nov. 11or Nov. 25. Rquired text,Ciao! fifth edition, by Federici and Riga, reader also required. Intermediate Italian, Sept. 23-Dec. 6, no class Nov. 22. Text: Italian Two and Three Years Workbook, second edition, by Tursi and Cincinnato, reader also required. Fee $85 seniors, $100others, register at the first session. For more information, call 860-4892211.
ITALIAN CLASSES: Italian classes will be held at St. Michael’s Church library, South St., Litchfield, Advanced Beginner Italia, Sept. 9-Dec. 2, 1:30-3:30p.m., no class Nov. 25. Text: Prego! An Invitation to Italian, third edition, by Graziana Lazzarino, reader also required. Fee $90seniors, $105 others. For more information, call 860-496-8041. BOOK DISCUSSION: Fiveweek book discussion on Giorgio Vasari, Sept. 28, 6:308p.m. at St. Michael’s Church, Litchfield, Reader: The Lives of the Artists, vol. I, by Giorgio Vasari, translated by George Bull, ISBN 0140445005, available at abebooks.com (under $5). Fee $40seniors, $45others. For more information, call 860-496-8041.
Saturday, Sept. 10
FARMERS MARKET: The Norfolk Farmers Market returns its 10th outdoor season on Saturdays, 10a.m.-1p.m., on the Town Hall lawn, 19 Maple Ave., Norfolk, one block north of Route 44; just follow the signs. Parking is free and the market is held rain or shine. Visit www.norfolkfarmersmarket.org for details, special events and 10th birthday surprises. Outdoor markets continue every Saturday through Oct. 8.
BINGO: Sons of Italy, Center Street, Torrington, hosts bingo games on Wednesdays, 4-9:30p.m. with dinner at 5 and calling at 6. Saturday, bingo is played from 4-9:30 p.m. Doors open at 4p.m., games begin at 6p.m. For information, call the lodge at 860-489-1226. FARMERS MARKET: Torrington Farmers Market will be held Saturday, 10a.m. to 1p.m. in the parking lot of St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 837Charles Street. The midweek market is held Tuesdays, 2to 6p.m. The market offers fresh fruits, vegetables, berries, meat products, maple syrup, honey, cheese, soaps, baked goods, jewelry and much more. FARM FRESH MARKET: Litchfield Hills Farm-Fresh Market, Saturdays, 10a.m.-1 p.m. at Center School Parking lot, Woodruff Lane, Litchfield. Over 20vendors participate. For more information and to see what’s on the agenda for each week go to http://www. litchfieldfarmersmarket.org. Outdoor markets continue through October.
BETHLEHEM FAIR: The 92nd annual Bethlehem Fair will be held Sept. 9, 10, and 11at the Bethlehem Fair Grounds, 384Main St North (Route 61), Bethlehem, Friday, 5-10p.m., Saturday, 8a.m.-10 p.m., Sunday, 8a.m.-5:30 p.m. Admission $9adults, $7seniors, 11and under free with an adult. Free parking; season pass available - $18for all three days. For full details on daily activities include live entertainment, visit www. bethlehemfair.com RESTORATIVE YOGA: Restorative Yoga at the Beardsley and Memorial Library, Munro Place Winsted, Sept. 10, 10:30a.m. led by Certified Yoga Trainer, Bethany Lee. Registration required: call 860-379-6043. This program is free and open to the public.
KIDS ROCK: Kids Rock, presented by First Church of Winsed, will be held at the church’s Steam Vent Coffee House on Saturday, Sept. 10, 6-7p.m. All ages are welcome; all participants receive a Musical Medal. Coloring contest, shaker making and face painting, children’s entertainment and young performers will be part of the fun as well as pizza. All activities are freel donations welcome. Pizza available for sale. To participate, bring an accompanist or karoke track or your own amp. For more information call Debbie at 860-605-4742. TORRINGTON HOUSE
TOUR: Torrington House Tour 2016will be held Saturday, Sept. 10, with six homes and two historic barns, ranging in age from 3to 216years old. Tickets $30in advance, $35 on tour day. Tickets may be purchased in person at the Chamber of Commerce or at the Torrington Historical Society. On line ticket sales are available through the House Tour website: www. torringtonhousetour.org , where visitors can also find out details of the tour. HIGHLAND LAKE RELAY: Winsted Recreation and the Highland Lake Watershed Association will hold the annual Highland Lake Relay Race on Saturday, Sept. 10. Participants must register by Friday, Aug. 29. Forms are available at the town hall, online at townofwinchester.org, or by calling the recreation office at 860-738-6926.
GROUP SHOW: Group art show at Burnham Library, 62 Main St. South, Bridgewater, Aug. 30-Sept. 29during library hours. Opening reception Sept. 10, 4-6p.m. Studio tours Sept. 17, 10a.m..-4p.m. For more information on the studio tours, participating artists and maps, contact the library at 860-354-6937or burnhamlibrary.org. TOP GUN: The Warner Theatre will show the 1980’s
action drama, Top Gun, on the theater’s 50’ screen Saturday, Sept. 10, 8p.m. Tickets $5. Order at www.warnertheatre.org.
BARN BASH: Litchfield Historical Society Barn Bash Fundraiser will be held Saturday, Sept. 10, 6:30-11 p.m. to benefit educational programs and the Tapping Reeve Landscape Project. The event will be held at the White Barn, South Farms, 21Higbie Rd., Morris. Call 860-5674501to purchase with a credit card., or email registration@litchfieldhistoricalsociety.org with questions. MINDFUL PARENTING: Mindful Parenting with Sharon Gutternam at Wisdom House, Litchfield, Sept. 10. For more information contact Wisdom House: 860-567-3163or www.wisdomhouse.org
MYSTIC SERIES: Teilhard de Chardin: Mystic – Part three of the series with Sally Woodhall, Sept. 10at Wisdom House, Litchfield. For more information contact Wisdom House: 860-567-3163or www. wisdomhouse.org
Sunday, Sept. 11
COUNTRY DANCES: The American Folk Musicians Associtation presents Country Western dances through the year. Dances will be held from 2-6p.m. at the Northfield Firehouse, Knife Shop Road, Northfield, Sept. 11, Oct. 9, Nov. 13and Dec. 4. Admission $11per person; dances are open to the public and all are welcome. For information, call Liz at 860-689-1967or Jim at 860-868-7151. MORRIS MARKETPLACE: The Morris Marketplace is a unique farmers market held Sundays on the grounds of South Farms, a historic working farm, at 21Higbie Road in Morris. Markets feature live music, a free children’s craft, and lunch from The Farm Truck by Winvian. Vendors include: SouthFarms, Bantam Bread, Chet’s Italian Ice, Winvian, Waldingfield Farm, AmandaBakes, The Hummingbird Cafe, Little Farm on Main, The Olive Oil Factory, Pond’s Poultry, Savor Fine Foods, March Farm, and more. Markets run from June 26 through Oct. 30.
RALLY DAY: First Church of Winsted will hold a Rally day on Sunday, Sept. 11, 10a.m.-1 p.m. kicking off the Sunday School year with streamers, music, percussion, a Bounce House, Sack Race, Water Balloon Toss, Face Painting Three Legged Race and other games. Hot dogs and beverages provided; bring a pot luck side dish to share. For information, call the church at 860-379-1778or visit www. firstchurchofwinsted.org.
BETHLEHEM FAIR: The 92nd annual Bethlehem Fair will be held Sept. 9, 10, and 11at the Bethlehem Fair Grounds, 384Main St North (Route 61), Bethlehem, Friday, 5-10p.m., Saturday, 8a.m.-10 p.m., Sunday, 8a.m.-5:30 p.m. Admission $9adults, $7seniors, 11and under free with an adult. Free parking; season pass available - $18for all three days. For full details on daily activities include live entertainment, visit www. bethlehemfair.com
Tuesday, Sept. 13
FARMERS MARKET: Torrington Farmers Market will be held Saturday, 10a.m. to 1p.m. in the parking lot of St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 837Charles Street. The midweek market is held Tuesdays, 2to 6p.m. The market offers fresh fruits, vegetables, berries, meat products, maple syrup, honey, cheese, soaps, baked goods, jewelry and much more.
DUPLICATE BRIDGE: Duplicate Bridge at the Sullivan Senior Center, East Albert Street, Torrington, Tuesday evenings from 7—10p.m. For more information call John Townsend at 860-567-0671. Leave a message, he will return your call. Bringing a partner is encouraged but not required. Cost: $5per person.
HATHA YOGA: Hatha Yoga Classes at Wisdom House, Litchfield. Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27. Breathe, stretch and deeply relax with Barbara Putnam. All levels welcome. For more information or to register: bdputnam@alum.mit.edu or call 860-567-4465. SPIRITUAL DRUMMING: Spiritual Drumming with Susan Strand at Wisdom House, Litchfield, Sept. 13. To register or for more information: sstrand@snet.net
Wednesday, Sept. 14
BINGO: Sons of Italy, Center Street, Torrington, hosts bingo games on Wednesdays, 4-9:30p.m. with dinner at 5 and calling at 6. Saturday, bingo is played from 4-9:30 p.m. Doors open at 4p.m., games begin at 6p.m. For information, call the lodge at 860-489-1226.
BINGO: St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church holds weekly bingo games at St. Anthony School, Oak Street, Winsted, on Wednesdays. Doors open at 5p.m. with refreshments and snacks for sale. Games begin at 6:45p.m. Progressive jackpots. For information call the church at 860-379-3369 EMERGING CHURCH: Experiences of Emerging Church with Peggy Richard at Wisdom House, Litchfield, Sept. 14, Sept. 17. For more information or to register: peggyrichard@gmail.com
Thursday, Sept. 15
SQUADRON MEETING: A Meeting Northwest Hills Composite Squadron Civil Air Patrol Auxiliary of the United States Air Force will be held Thursday, 7-9p.m. at the Torrington Armory South Main Street. For more information , call Commander Tim Ceritello at 860-620-3670or email timceritello@gmail.com.
QUIT SMOKING: The Heart Center of Greater Waterbury and the Harold Leever Regional Cancer Center are providing a Freedom from Smoking Clinic, Thursdays, 6:30-8p.m., Sept. 15-Oct. 27at the Harold Leever Regional Cancer Center 1st Floor Conference Room, 1075 Chase Parkway, Waterbury. Cost $25, 18or older, registration limited to 20. To register, or for more information, call Sandra Micalizzi APRN, CDE at 203-575-5573.
Friday, Sept. 16
WINSTED FARMERS MARKET: Winsted Farmers Market, Fridays, 3-6p.m. at East End Park. A variety of vendors, special events, free admission. DRUMMING FOR PEACE: Full Moon Drumming for Peace event at the Church of Christ Congregational at sunset, Sept. 16, 6:45p.m. The Worldwide International Drumming for Peace organization established this event so that people from around the world can pass the energy and vibrations around the world by drumming at sunset on the full moon for peace. Participants can bring their own drums or drums and rhythm instruments are provided. Future dates are Oct. 16, 6p.m., Nov. 14, 4:15p.m., Dec. 13, 4:15p.m.
LIBERTY VALANCE: On September 16, TheatreWorks New Milford will host the East Coast Premiere of The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance by Jethro Compton, a drama set in the days of the wild west and based on the short story by Dorothy M. Johnson. The show runs Sept. 16-17, 23-24 and 30, Oct. 1-2, 7-8, 8p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. matinee Oct. 2. Tickets $23, $18for students, military with ID. Reserve at theatreworks.us or call 860-3506863. 50TH ANNIVERSARY: The Blanche McCarthy Winsted Senior Center is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a celebration on Friday, Sept. 16, 12P.M. at Chatterley’s Banquet Hall. Tickets are $26per person and must be purchased by Sept. 12. The dinner will include fruit cup, choice of entrée (beef tenderloin tips, stuffed pork loin, or stuffed filet of sole), potatoes, vegetables, rolls, peach melba, and coffee or tea. After the meal, The Elderly Brothers will provide an oldies music program. For more information, call 860-379-4252.
Saturday, Sept. 17
FARMERS MARKET: The Norfolk Farmers Market returns its 10th outdoor season on Saturdays, 10a.m.-1p.m., on the Town Hall lawn, 19 Maple Ave., Norfolk, one block north of Route 44; just follow the signs. Parking is free and the market is held rain or shine. Visit www.norfolkfarmersmarket.org for details, special events and 10th birthday surprises. Outdoor markets continue every Saturday through Oct. 8.
BINGO: Sons of Italy, Center Street, Torrington, hosts bingo games on Wednesdays, 4-9:30p.m. with dinner at 5 and calling at 6. Saturday, bingo is played from 4-9:30 p.m. Doors open at 4p.m., games begin at 6p.m. For information, call the lodge at 860-489-1226. FARMERS MARKET: Torrington Farmers Market will be held Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot of St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 837 Charles Street.
The mid-week market is held Tuesdays, 2 to 6 p.m. The market offers fresh fruits, vegetables, berries, meat products, maple syrup, honey, cheese, soaps, baked goods, jewelry and much more. FARM FRESH MARKET: Litchfield Hills Farm-Fresh Market, Saturdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Center School Parking lot, Woodruff Lane, Litchfield. Over 20 vendors participate. For more information and to see what’s on the agenda for each week go to http://www. litchfieldfarmersmarket.org. Outdoor markets continue through October.
BOOK SALES: Harwinton Library’s Summer Once-AMonth Book Sale will be held Sept. 17, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at the library, 80 Bentley Drive Harwinton. Adult fiction $1, adult non-fiction $2, all children’s Books 50 cents. New books added each month. For information, call 860485-9113. Sponsored by the Harwinton Library Friends.
LIBERTY VALANCE: TheatreWorks New Milford will host the East Coast Premiere of The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance by Jethro Compton, a drama set in the days of the wild west and based on the short story by Dorothy M. Johnson. The show runs Sept. 16-17, 23-24 and 30, Oct. 1-2, 7-8, 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. matinee Oct. 2. Tickets $23, $18 for students, military with ID. Reserve at theatreworks. us or call 860-350-6863.
GROUP SHOW: Group art show at Burnham Library, 62 Main St. South, Bridgewater, Aug. 30-Sept. 29 during library hours. Opening reception Sept. 10, 4-6 p.m. Studio tours Sept. 17, 10 a.m..-4 p.m. For more information on the studio tours, participating artists and maps, contact the library at 860-354-6937 or burnhamlibrary.org.
DOWNSIZING: Downsizing Your Home with Susan Lovallo at Wisdom House, Litchfield, Sept. 17. For more information contact Wisdom House: 860-567-3163or www.wisdomhouse.org
SONG AND GONG: Sacred Song & Gong Meditation with Rev. Todd Glacy, Sept. 17, 7 p.m. at Torrington, Unity in the Foothills at United Congregational Church, Torrington. $20 at the door, or in advance, call 860-921-4297, peacecenter@unityinthefoothills.org, www.unityyinthefoothillsct.org.
Sunday, Sept. 18
MORRIS MARKETPLACE: The Morris Marketplace is a unique farmers market held Sundays on the grounds of South Farms, a historic working farm, at 21 Higbie Road in Morris. Markets feature live music, a free children’s craft, and lunch from The Farm Truck by Winvian. Vendors include: SouthFarms, Bantam Bread, Chet’s Italian Ice, Winvian, Waldingfield Farm, AmandaBakes, The Hummingbird Cafe, Little Farm on Main, The Olive Oil Factory, Pond’s Poultry, Savor Fine Foods, March Farm, and more. Markets run from June 26through Oct. 30on Sundays from 11a.m.-2p.m. CAMP MOE RUN/WALK: The Miles for Moe Foundation’s 7th annual Harvest Fest 5K Run/Walk will be held Sunday, Sept. 18, 11a.m. at Camp Moe in Torrington. The run is open to all levels of skill and concludes with a picnic for all and a silent auction. Proceeds benefit the camp, scholarships, CT Children’s Hospital, THS FOOTBALL Club, and Charlotte Hungerford Hospital’s Pedi-Toy charity. For information and registration, visit campmoe.org or www.miles4moefoundation.org.
NEW HARTFORD DAY: New Hartford Day will be held Sunday, Sept. 18in the town of New Hartford. Applications for booth space are available at www.town.new-hartford.ct.us, from New Hartford Town Hall, or by contacting Mary Lee Dunn at 860-4890070, rdunn06@snet.net.
SERVICE: Rev. Todd Glacy will conduct worship services at Unity in the Foothills at United Congregational Church, Torrington, Sunday, Sept. 18, 11a.m. on a freewill offering basis. g The Perfect Pie with Chef Margaret Jacobs at Wisdom House, Litchfield, Sept. 17. For more information contact Wisdom House: 860-567-3163 or www. wisdomhouse.org
Monday, Sept. 19
LABYRINTH TALK: Mary, the Labyrinth and the Pilgrimage of Faith with Jo-Ann Iannotti, OP, at Wisdom House, Litchfield, Sept. 19. For more information contact Wisdom House: 860-567-3163or www.wisdomhouse.org
Tuesday, Sept. 20
FARMERS MARKET: Torrington Farmers Market will be held Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot of St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 837Charles Street. The mid-week market is held Tuesdays, 2to 6p.m. The market offers fresh fruits, vegetables, berries, meat products, maple syrup, honey, cheese, soaps, baked goods, jewelry and much more.
DUPLICATE BRIDGE: Duplicate Bridge at the Sullivan Senior Center, East Albert Street, Torrington, Tuesday evenings from 7—10 p.m. For more information call John Townsend at 860-5670671. Leave a message, he will return your call. Bringing a partner is encouraged but not required. Cost: $5 per person. HATHA YOGA: Hatha Yoga Classes at Wisdom House, Litchfield. Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27. Breathe, stretch and deeply relax with Barbara Putnam. All levels welcome. For more information or to register: bdputnam@alum.mit.edu or call 860-567-4465.
Wednesday, Sept. 21
BINGO: Sons of Italy, Center Street, Torrington, hosts bingo games on Wednesdays, 4-9:30p.m. with dinner at 5 and calling at 6. Saturday, bingo is played from 4-9:30 p.m. Doors open at 4p.m., games begin at 6p.m. For information, call the lodge at 860-489-1226.
BINGO: St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church holds weekly bingo games at St. Anthony School, Oak Street, Winsted, on Wednesdays. Doors open at 5p.m. with refreshments and snacks for sale. Games begin at 6:45p.m. Progressive jackpots. For information call the church at 860-379-3369
Thursday, Sept. 22
SQUADRON MEETING: A Meeting Northwest Hills Composite Squadron Civil Air Patrol Auxiliary of the United States Air Force will be held Thursday, 7-9p.m. at the Torrington Armory South Main Street. For more information , call Commander Tim Ceritello at 860-620-3670or email timceritello@gmail.com.
Friday, Sept. 23
WINSTED FARMERS MARKET: Winsted Farmers Market, Fridays, 3-6p.m. at East End Park. A variety of vendors, special events, free admission. EVENING TOURS: Chocolate Decadence Sunset Evening Tours will be offered Sept. 23. Depart from the Thomaston Station with a cocktail party (Haight-Brown wines and plenty of appetizers), followed by a train ride and a stop at the Thomaston dam, then to Fascia’s Chocolate Company for tour, wine and dessert. Cost is $75per person; reserve at http://www.rmne.org.
LIBERTY VALANCE: On September 16, TheatreWorks New Milford will host the East Coast Premiere of The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance by Jethro Compton, a drama set in the days of the wild west and based on the short story by Dorothy M. Johnson. The show runs Sept. 16-17, 23-24 and 30, Oct. 1-2, 7-8, 8p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. matinee Oct. 2. Tickets $23, $18for students, military with ID. Reserve at theatreworks.us or call 860-3506863.
Saturday, Sept. 24
FARMERS MARKET: The Norfolk Farmers Market returns its 10th outdoor season on Saturdays, 10a.m.-1p.m., on the Town Hall lawn, 19 Maple Ave., Norfolk, one block north of Route 44; just follow the signs. Parking is free and the market is held rain or shine. Visit www.norfolkfarmersmarket.org for details, special events and 10th birthday surprises. Outdoor markets continue every Saturday through Oct. 8.
BINGO: Sons of Italy, Center Street, Torrington, hosts bingo games on Wednesdays, 4-9:30p.m. with dinner at 5 and calling at 6. Saturday, bingo is played from 4-9:30 p.m. Doors open at 4p.m., games begin at 6p.m. For information, call the lodge at 860-489-1226.
FARMERS MARKET: Torrington Farmers Market will be held Saturday, 10a.m. to 1p.m. in the parking lot of St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 837Charles Street. The midweek market is held Tuesdays, 2to 6p.m. The market offers fresh fruits, vegetables, berries, meat products, maple syrup, honey, cheese, soaps, baked goods, jewelry and much more. FARM FRESH MARKET: Litchfield Hills Farm-Fresh Market, Saturdays, 10a.m.-1 p.m. at Center School Parking lot, Woodruff Lane, Litchfield. Over 20vendors participate. For more information and to see what’s on the agenda for each week go to http://www. litchfieldfarmersmarket.org. Outdoor markets continue through October. LITCHFIELD ON FOOT: The Litchfield Historical Society continues its walking tours on Sept. 24, with Evolution of the Litchfield Green. Bring a bottle of water and wear comfortable shoes; meet at the Litchfield History Museum at 10a.m. Members free, $5 guests. Registration required. Call 860-567-4501or email registration@litchfieldhistoricalsociety.org. LIBERTY VALANCE: On September 16, TheatreWorks New Milford will host the East Coast Premiere of The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance by Jethro Compton, a drama set in the days of the wild west and based on the short story by Dorothy M. Johnson. The show runs Sept. 16-17, 23-24 and 30, Oct. 1-2, 7-8, 8p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. matinee Oct. 2. Tickets $23, $18for students, military with ID. Reserve at theatreworks.us or call 860-3506863.
OKTOBERFEST: The Third Annual Oktoberfest to benefit the Torrington Cluster of Roman Catholic Parishes will be held on Saturday, Sept. 24, 1-7p.m., at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 152Litchfield St., Torrington. This event is sponsored by Knights of Columbus Council # 37. Admission $5includes 1dessert; 12 and under free. Food for sale, games, beer and fun. Sponsors are sought. Call 860-4919873. HAND DRUMMING: Global Hand Drumming with master percussionist John Marshall at Wisdom House, Litchfield, Sept. 24. For more information contact Wisdom House: 860567-3163or www.wisdomhouse.org SPIRITUAL GENIUS: Six Qualities of Spiritual Genius with Jon Sweeney at Wisdom House, Litchfield, Sept. 24. For more information contact Wisdom House: 860-5673163or www.wisdomhouse. org
Sunday, Sept. 25
MORRIS MARKETPLACE: The Morris Marketplace is a unique farmers market held Sundays on the grounds of South Farms, a historic working farm, at 21Higbie Road in Morris. Markets feature live music, a free children’s craft, and lunch from The Farm Truck by Winvian. Vendors include: SouthFarms, Bantam Bread, Chet’s Italian Ice, Winvian, Waldingfield Farm, AmandaBakes, The Hummingbird Cafe, Little Farm on Main, The Olive Oil Factory, Pond’s Poultry, Savor Fine Foods, March Farm, and more. Markets run from June 26through Oct. 30on Sundays from 11 a.m.-2p.m. SUPERIOR ELECTRIC REUNION: The final Superior Electric Company reunion will be held Sunday, Sept. 25, 124p.m. at Nuchie’s Restaurant, 164Central St. Forestville. Lunch served at 12:30p.m. Admission $30per person and includes tax and gratuity; cash bar available with complimentary coffee, tea, decaf, and soda. Appetizers will be served prior to a sit-down, familystyle luncheon. Call 860-4961945for information.
BEN HUR: The Warner Theatre will show the 1959epic film, Ben-Hur, on the theater’s 50’ screen Sunday, Sept. 25, 3p.m. Tickets $5. To purchase tickets, call the Warner Box Office at 860-489-7180or visit warnertheatre.org.
Tuesday, Sept. 27
FARMERS MARKET: Torrington Farmers Market will be held Saturday, 10a.m. to 1p.m. in the parking lot of St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 837Charles Street. The midweek market is held Tuesdays, 2to 6p.m. The market offers fresh fruits, vegetables, berries, meat products, maple syrup, honey, cheese, soaps, baked goods, jewelry and much more.
DUPLICATE BRIDGE: Duplicate Bridge at the Sullivan Senior Center, East Albert Street, Torrington, Tuesday evenings from 7—10p.m. For more information call John Townsend at 860-567-0671. Leave a message, he will return your call. Bringing a partner is encouraged but not required. Cost: $5 per person. Wednesday, Sept. 28
BINGO: Sons of Italy, Center Street, Torrington, hosts bingo games on Wednesdays, 4-9:30p.m. with dinner at 5 and calling at 6. Saturday, bingo is played from 4-9:30 p.m. Doors open at 4p.m., games begin at 6p.m. For information, call the lodge at 860-489-1226.
BINGO: St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church holds weekly bingo games at St. Anthony School, Oak Street, Winsted, on Wednesdays. Doors open at 5p.m. with refreshments and snacks for sale. Games begin at 6:45p.m. Progressive jackpots. For information call the church at 860-379-3369
HATHA YOGA: Hatha Yoga Classes at Wisdom House, Litchfield. Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27. Breathe, stretch and deeply relax with Barbara Putnam. All levels welcome. For more information or to register: bdputnam@alum.mit.edu or call 860-567-4465.
BOOK DISCUSSION: Fiveweek book discussion on Giorgio Vasari, Sept. 28, 6:308p.m. at St. Michael’s Church, Litchfield, Reader: The Lives of the Artists, vol. I, by Giorgio Vasari, translated by George Bull, ISBN 0140445005, available at abebooks.com (under $5). Fee $40seniors, $45others. For more information, call 860-496-8041.
Thursday, Sept. 29
SQUADRON MEETING: A Meeting Northwest Hills Composite Squadron Civil Air Patrol Auxiliary of the United States Air Force will be held Thursday, 7-9p.m. at the Torrington Armory South Main Street. For more information , call Commander Tim Ceritello at 860-620-3670or email timceritello@gmail.com.
Friday, Sept. 30
WINSTED FARMERS MARKET: Winsted Farmers Market, Fridays, 3-6p.m. at East End Park. A variety of vendors, special events, free admission. LAND TRUST FUNDRAISER: The Morris Land Trust’s annual Wine and Beer Tasting will be held on Friday, Sept. 30, from 5-8p.m. at the White Barn at South Farms, 21Higbie Rd., Morris. Advance tickets $40 at the Village Wine Cellar (189 West St, Litchfield) and the Ripe Tomato (392Torrington Rd., Litchfield). Tickets at the door for $45for members, and $50for guests. Note: Non-members can join at the door for $10to get the $45 ticket price. For information, email the Morris Land Trust at morrislandtrust@aol.com.
LIBERTY VALANCE: On September 16, TheatreWorks New Milford will host the East Coast Premiere of The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance by Jethro Compton, a drama set in the days of the wild west
and based on the short story by Dorothy M. Johnson. The show runs Sept. 16-17, 23-24 and 30, Oct. 1-2, 7-8, 8p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. matinee Oct. 2. Tickets $23, $18for students, military with ID. Reserve at theatreworks.us or call 860-3506863.
HARWINTON FAIR: 160th annual Harwinton Fair will be held Sept. 30, Oct. 1-2, at the Harwinton Fairgrounds, Locust Road, Harwinton. Hours are Friday, 4-9p.m., Saturday, 8a.m.-6p.m., Sunday, 8a.m.-5 p.m. Admission $8adults, free for children 12and under. The fair offers traditional activities including tractor pulls, farm animals, live demonstrations, vendors, plenty of food for sale and live music. Learn more at http://www.harwintonfair.com/
Saturday, Oct. 1
FARMERS MARKET: The Norfolk Farmers Market returns its 10th outdoor season on Saturdays, 10a.m.-1p.m., on the Town Hall lawn, 19 Maple Ave., Norfolk, one block north of Route 44; just follow the signs. Parking is free and the market is held rain or shine. Visit www.norfolkfarmersmarket.org for details, special events and 10th birthday surprises. Outdoor markets continue every Saturday through Oct. 8.
BINGO: Sons of Italy, Center Street, Torrington, hosts bingo games on Wednesdays, 4-9:30p.m. with dinner at 5 and calling at 6. Saturday, bingo is played from 4-9:30 p.m. Doors open at 4p.m., games begin at 6p.m. For information, call the lodge at 860-489-1226. FARMERS MARKET: Torrington Farmers Market will be held Saturday, 10a.m. to 1p.m. in the parking lot of St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 837Charles Street. The midweek market is held Tuesdays, 2to 6p.m. The market offers fresh fruits, vegetables, berries, meat products, maple syrup, honey, cheese, soaps, baked goods, jewelry and much more. FARM FRESH MARKET: Litchfield Hills Farm-Fresh Market, Saturdays, 10a.m.-1 p.m. at Center School Parking lot, Woodruff Lane, Litchfield. Over 20vendors participate. For more information and to see what’s on the agenda for each week go to http://www. litchfieldfarmersmarket.org. Outdoor markets continue through October.
LIBERTY VALANCE: On September 16, TheatreWorks New Milford will host the East Coast Premiere of The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance by Jethro Compton, a drama set in the days of the wild west and based on the short story by Dorothy M. Johnson. The show runs Sept. 16-17, 23-24 and 30, Oct. 1-2, 7-8, 8p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, 2p.m. matinee Oct. 2. Tickets $23, $18for students, military with ID. Reserve at theatreworks.us or call 860-350-6863.
HARWINTON FAIR: 160th annual Harwinton Fair will be held Sept. 30, Oct. 1-2, at the Harwinton Fairgrounds, Locust Road, Harwinton. Hours are Friday, 4-9p.m., Saturday, 8 a.m.-6p.m., Sunday, 8a.m.-5 p.m. Admission $8adults, free for children 12and under. The fair offers traditional activities including tractor pulls, farm animals, live demonstrations, vendors, plenty of food for sale and live music. Learn more at http://www.harwintonfair.com/
Sunday, Oct. 2
LIBERTY VALANCE: On September 16, TheatreWorks New Milford will host the East Coast Premiere of The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance by Jethro Compton, a drama set in the days of the wild west and based on the short story by Dorothy M. Johnson. The show runs Sept. 16-17, 23-24 and 30, Oct. 1-2, 7-8, 8p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, 2p.m. matinee Oct. 2. Tickets $23, $18for students, military with ID. Reserve at theatreworks.us or call 860-350-6863. MORRIS MARKETPLACE: The Morris Marketplace is a unique farmers market held Sundays on the grounds of South Farms, a historic working farm, at 21Higbie Road in Morris. Markets feature live music, a free children’s craft, and lunch from The Farm Truck by Winvian. Vendors include: SouthFarms, Bantam Bread, Chet’s Italian Ice, Winvian, Waldingfield Farm, AmandaBakes, The Hummingbird Cafe, Little Farm on Main, The Olive Oil Factory, Pond’s Poultry, Savor Fine Foods, March Farm, and more. Markets run from June 26through Oct. 30on Sundays from 11a.m.-2p.m.
FALL FOLIAGE SERVICE: Fall Foliage Service and Hymn Sing, Sunday, Oct. 2at 3p.m. at the historic Church in the Wildwood on Route 183in North Colebrook, led by Rev. Douglas Aldrich, Second Congregational Church of Winsted. Free will offering collected. For more information call Susan Caufield, President, Board of Directors at 860-324-4267. TOMMY DORSEY ORCHESTRA: The Warner Theatre will present the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra in the main theatre Sunday, Oct. 2, 2p.m. To purchase tickets, call the Warner Box Office at 860-489-7180 or visit warnertheatre.org.
HARWINTON FAIR: 160th annual Harwinton Fair will be held Sept. 30, Oct. 1-2, at the Harwinton Fairgrounds, Locust Road, Harwinton. Hours are Friday, 4-9p.m., Saturday, 8a.m.-6p.m., Sunday, 8a.m.-5 p.m. Admission $8adults, free for children 12and under. The fair offers traditional activities including tractor pulls, farm animals, live demonstrations, vendors, plenty of food for sale and live music. Learn more at http://www.harwintonfair.com/
Monday, Oct. 3 Tuesday, Oct. 4
DUPLICATE BRIDGE: Duplicate Bridge at the Sullivan Senior Center, East Albert Street, Torrington, Tuesday evenings from 7—10p.m. For more information call John Townsend at 860-567-0671. Leave a message, he will return your call. Bringing a partner is encouraged but not required. Cost: $5per person.
Wednesday, Oct. 5
BINGO: Sons of Italy, Center Street, Torrington, hosts bingo games on Wednesdays, 4-9:30 p.m. with dinner at 5 and calling at 6. Saturday, bingo is played from 4-9:30p.m. Doors open at 4 p.m., games begin at 6p.m. For information, call the lodge at 860-489-1226.
BINGO: St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church holds weekly bingo games at St. Anthony School, Oak Street, Winsted, on Wednesdays. Doors open at 5p.m. with refreshments and snacks for sale. Games begin at 6:45p.m. Progressive jackpots. For information call the church at 860-379-3369
Thursday, Oct. 6
SQUADRON MEETING: A Meeting Northwest Hills Composite Squadron Civil Air Patrol Auxiliary of the United States Air Force will be held Thursday, 7-9p.m. at the Torrington Armory South Main Street. For more information , call Commander Tim Ceritello at 860-620-3670or email timceritello@gmail.com.
Friday, Oct. 7
ANTIQUES & DESIGN SHOW: The 2016Washington Connecticut Antiques & Design Show will take place Columbus Day weekend, Octo. 7-9, opening with the traditional Preview Night cocktail party on Friday, Oct. 7, 6:30-9 p.m. Young Collectors Party will be held on Saturday, Oct. 8, 6:30-9p.m. See and be seen amidst curated antiques and chic modern design with music and food. The show is Saturday, 10a.m.-5p.m., Sunday, 10a.m.-4p.m. at Washington Primary School, 11School St., Washington Depot. Reservations for the parties recommended, tickets $125. Visit gunnlibrary.org, call 860-868-7586or email gunndevelopment@biblio.org.
Saturday, Oct. 8
WARREN FALL FESTIVAL: Warren Volunteer Fire Department’s annual fall festival, 10 a.m.-5p.m, rain or shine, Oct. 8-9at Warren Woods, Brick School Road, Warren. Vendors, demonstrations, lumberjack contests, FFA students with their animals, church sale with home baked goods and cheese, live music, and the department’s famous roast beef sandwiches. Admission fee for adults, children are free. Parking on site. http:// warrenfirecompany.org/
FARMERS MARKET: The Norfolk Farmers Market returns its 10th outdoor season on Saturdays, 10a.m.-1p.m., on the Town Hall lawn, 19 Maple Ave., Norfolk, one block north of Route 44; just follow the signs. Parking is free and the market is held rain or shine. Visit www.norfolkfarmersmarket.org for details, special events and 10th birthday surprises. Outdoor markets continue every Saturday through Oct. 8.
BINGO: Sons of Italy, Center Street, Torrington, hosts bingo games on Wednesdays, 4-9:30p.m. with dinner at 5
and calling at 6. Saturday, bingo is played from 4-9:30 p.m. Doors open at 4p.m., games begin at 6p.m. For information, call the lodge at 860-489-1226. FARM FRESH MARKET: Litchfield Hills Farm-Fresh Market, Saturdays, 10a.m.-1 p.m. at Center School Parking lot, Woodruff Lane, Litchfield. Over 20vendors participate. For more information and to see what’s on the agenda for each week go to http://www. litchfieldfarmersmarket.org. Outdoor markets continue through October. ANTIQUES & DESIGN
SHOW: The 2016Washington Connecticut Antiques & Design Show will take place Columbus Day weekend, Octo. 7-9, opening with the traditional Preview Night cocktail party on Friday, Oct. 7, 6:30-9 p.m. Young Collectors Party will be held on Saturday, Oct. 8, 6:30-9p.m. See and be seen amidst curated antiques and chic modern design with music and food. The show is Saturday, 10a.m.-5p.m., Sunday, 10a.m.-4p.m. at Washington Primary School, 11School St., Washington Depot. Reservations for the parties recommended, tickets $125. Visit gunnlibrary.org, call 860-868-7586or email gunndevelopment@biblio.org. Sunday, Oct. 9 COUNTRY DANCES: The American Folk Musicians Association presents Country Western dances through the year. The first dance of 2016is Jan. 10, 2-6p.m at the Northfield Firehouse, Knife Shop Road, Northfield with music provided by Lew and the Good Time Guys. Future dances will be held Feb. 14, March 13, April 10, May 1, June 12, July 10, Aug. 14, Sept. 11, Oct. 9, Nov. 13and Dec. 4. Admission $11per person; dances are open to the public and all are welcome. For information, call Liz at 860-689-1967or Jim at 860-868-7151. COUNTRY DANCES: The American Folk Musicians Associtation presents Country Western dances through the year. Dances will be held from 2-6p.m. at the Northfield Firehouse, Knife Shop Road, Northfield, Oct. 9, Nov. 13 and Dec. 4. Admission $11per person; dances are open to the public and all are welcome. For information, call Liz at 860-689-1967or Jim at 860868-7151. MORRIS MARKETPLACE: The Morris Marketplace is a unique farmers market held Sundays on the grounds of South Farms, a historic working farm, at 21Higbie Road in Morris. Markets feature live music, a free children’s craft, and lunch from The Farm Truck by Winvian. Vendors include: SouthFarms, Bantam Bread, Chet’s Italian Ice, Winvian, Waldingfield Farm, AmandaBakes, The Hummingbird Cafe, Little Farm on Main, The Olive Oil Factory, Pond’s Poultry, Savor Fine Foods, March Farm, and more. Markets run from June 26through Oct. 30on Sundays from 11 a.m.-2p.m. ANTIQUES & DESIGN SHOW: The 2016Washington Connecticut Antiques & Design Show will take place Columbus Day weekend, Octo. 7-9, opening with the traditional Preview Night cocktail party on Friday, Oct. 7, 6:30-9 p.m. Young Collectors Party will be held on Saturday, Oct. 8, 6:30-9p.m. See and be seen amidst curated antiques and chic modern design with music and food. The show is Saturday, 10a.m.-5p.m., Sunday, 10a.m.-4p.m. at Washington Primary School, 11School St., Washington Depot. Reservations for the parties recommended, tickets $125. Visit gunnlibrary.org, call 860-868-7586or email gunndevelopment@biblio.org. WARREN FALL FESTIVAL: Warren Volunteer Fire Department’s annual fall festival, 10 a.m.-5p.m, rain or shine, Oct. 8-9at Warren Woods, Brick School Road, Warren. Vendors, demonstrations, lumberjack contests, FFA students with their animals, church sale with home baked goods and cheese, live music, and the department’s famous roast beef sandwiches. Admission fee for adults, children are free. Parking on site. http:// warrenfirecompany.org/
Tuesday, Oct. 11
DUPLICATE BRIDGE: Duplicate Bridge at the Sullivan Senior Center, East Albert Street, Torrington, Tuesday evenings from 7—10p.m. For more information call John Townsend at 860-567-0671. Leave a message, he will return your call. Bringing a partner is encouraged but not required. Cost: $5per person.
Wednesday, Oct. 12
BINGO: Sons of Italy, Center Street, Torrington, hosts bingo games on Wednesdays, 4-9:30p.m. with dinner at 5 and calling at 6. Saturday, bingo is played from 4-9:30 p.m. Doors open at 4p.m., games begin at 6p.m. For information, call the lodge at 860-489-1226.
BINGO: St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church holds weekly bingo games at St. Anthony School, Oak Street, Winsted, on Wednesdays. Doors open at 5p.m. with refreshments and snacks for sale. Games begin at 6:45p.m. Progressive jackpots. For information call the church at 860-379-3369 Thursday, Oct. 13 SQUADRON MEETING: A Meeting Northwest Hills Composite Squadron Civil Air Patrol Auxiliary of the United States Air Force will be held Thursday, 7-9p.m. at the Torrington Armory South Main Street. For more information , call Commander Tim Ceritello at 860-620-3670or email timceritello@gmail.com. Friday, Oct. 14 Saturday, Oct. 15
BINGO: Sons of Italy, Center Street, Torrington, hosts bingo games on Wednesdays, 4-9:30p.m. with dinner at 5 and calling at 6. Saturday, bingo is played from 4-9:30 p.m. Doors open at 4p.m., games begin at 6p.m. For information, call the lodge at 860-489-1226. FARM FRESH MARKET: Litchfield Hills Farm-Fresh Market, Saturdays, 10a.m.-1 p.m. at Center School Parking lot, Woodruff Lane, Litchfield. Over 20vendors participate. For more information and to see what’s on the agenda for each week go to http://www. litchfieldfarmersmarket.org. Outdoor markets continue through October.
BEETLEJUICE: The Warner Theatre will show Tim Burton’s 1988comedy, Beetlejuice on our 50’ screen Saturday, Oct. 15, 8p.m. Tickets $5. To purchase tickets, call the Warner Box Office at 860-489-7180or visit warnertheatre.org. APPRAISAL DAY: Trinity Episcopal Church, 220Prospect St., Torrington, will host an appraisal day on Saturday, Oct. 15. Vendors are welcome to offer their antiques and unique wares. Contact Diane at 860-482-8869for more information or to arrange a rental space. Sunday, Oct. 16 DRUMMING FOR PEACE: Full Moon Drumming for Peace event at the Church of Christ Congregational at sunset, Oct. 16, 6p.m. The Worldwide International Drumming for Peace organization established this event so that people from around the world can pass the energy and vibrations around the world by drumming at sunset on the full moon for peace. Participants can bring their own drums or drums and rhythm instruments are provided. Future dates are Oct. 16, 6 p.m., Nov. 14, 4:15p.m., Dec. 13, 4:15p.m. MORRIS MARKETPLACE: The Morris Marketplace is a unique farmers market held Sundays on the grounds of South Farms, a historic working farm, at 21Higbie Road in Morris. Markets feature live music, a free children’s craft, and lunch from The Farm Truck by Winvian. Vendors include: SouthFarms, Bantam Bread, Chet’s Italian Ice, Winvian, Waldingfield Farm, AmandaBakes, The Hummingbird Cafe, Little Farm on Main, The Olive Oil Factory, Pond’s Poultry, Savor Fine Foods, March Farm, and more. Markets run from June 26 through Oct. 30on Sundays from 11a.m.-2p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 18 DUPLICATE BRIDGE: Duplicate Bridge at the Sullivan Senior Center, East Albert Street, Torrington, Tuesday evenings from 7—10p.m. For more information call John Townsend at 860-567-0671. Leave a message, he will return your call. Bringing a partner is encouraged but not required. Cost: $5per person. Wednesday, Oct. 19 BINGO: Sons of Italy, Center Street, Torrington, hosts bingo games on Wednesdays, 4-9:30p.m. with dinner at 5 and calling at 6. Saturday, bingo is played from 4-9:30 p.m. Doors open at 4p.m., games begin at 6p.m. For information, call the lodge at 860-489-1226.
BINGO: St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church holds weekly bingo games at St. Anthony School, Oak Street, Winsted, on Wednesdays. Doors open at 5p.m. with refreshments and snacks for sale. Games begin at 6:45p.m. Progressive jackpots. For information call the church at 860-379-3369 Thursday, Oct. 20 SQUADRON MEETING: A Meeting Northwest Hills Composite Squadron Civil Air Patrol Auxiliary of the United States Air Force will be held Thursday, 7-9p.m. at the Torrington Armory South Main Street. For more information , call Commander Tim Ceritello at 860-620-3670or email tim ce rite llo@g mail. com. Saturday, Oct. 22 BINGO: Sons of Italy, Center Street, Torrington, hosts bingo games on Wednesdays, 4-9:30p.m. with dinner at 5 and calling at 6. Saturday, bingo is played from 4-9:30 p.m. Doors open at 4p.m., games begin at 6p.m. For information, call the lodge at 860-489-1226. FARM FRESH MARKET: Litchfield Hills Farm-Fresh Market, Saturdays, 10a.m.-1 p.m. at Center School Parking lot, Woodruff Lane, Litchfield. Over 20vendors participate. For more information and to see what’s on the agenda for each week go to http://www. litchfieldfarmersmarket.org. Outdoor markets continue through October. Sunday, Oct. 23 MORRIS MARKETPLACE: The Morris Marketplace is a unique farmers market held Sundays on the grounds of South Farms, a historic working farm, at 21Higbie Road in Morris. Markets feature live music, a free children’s craft, and lunch from The Farm Truck by Winvian. Vendors include: SouthFarms, Bantam Bread, Chet’s Italian Ice, Winvian, Waldingfield Farm, AmandaBakes, The Hummingbird Cafe, Little Farm on Main,
The Olive Oil Factory, Pond’s Poultry, Savor Fine Foods, March Farm, and more. Markets run from June 26through Oct. 30on Sundays from 11 a.m.-2p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25
DUPLICATE BRIDGE: Duplicate Bridge at the Sullivan Senior Center, East Albert Street, Torrington, Tuesday evenings from 7—10p.m. For more information call John Townsend at 860-567-0671. Leave a message, he will return your call. Bringing a partner is encouraged but not required. Cost: $5per person. Wednesday, Oct. 26
BINGO: Sons of Italy, Center Street, Torrington, hosts bingo games on Wednesdays, 4-9:30p.m. with dinner at 5 and calling at 6. Saturday, bingo is played from 4-9:30 p.m. Doors open at 4p.m., games begin at 6p.m. For information, call the lodge at 860-489-1226.
BINGO: St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church holds weekly bingo games at St. Anthony School, Oak Street, Winsted, on Wednesdays. Doors open at 5p.m. with refreshments and snacks for sale. Games begin at 6:45p.m. Progressive jackpots. For information call the church at 860-379-3369 Thursday, Oct. 27 SQUADRON MEETING: A Meeting Northwest Hills Composite Squadron Civil Air Patrol Auxiliary of the United States Air Force will be held Thursday, 7-9p.m. at the Torrington Armory South Main Street. For more information , call Commander Tim Ceritello at 860-620-3670or email timceritello@gmail.com. Saturday, Oct. 29
BINGO: Sons of Italy, Center Street, Torrington, hosts bingo games on Wednesdays, 4-9:30p.m. with dinner at 5 and calling at 6. Saturday, bingo is played from 4-9:30 p.m. Doors open at 4p.m., games begin at 6p.m. For information, call the lodge at 860-489-1226. Sunday, Oct. 30 MORRIS MARKETPLACE: The Morris Marketplace is a unique farmers market held Sundays on the grounds of South Farms, a historic working farm, at 21Higbie Road in Morris. Markets feature live music, a free children’s craft, and lunch from The Farm Truck by Winvian. Vendors include: SouthFarms, Bantam Bread, Chet’s Italian Ice, Winvian, Waldingfield Farm, AmandaBakes, The Hummingbird Cafe, Little Farm on Main, The Olive Oil Factory, Pond’s Poultry, Savor Fine Foods, March Farm, and more. Markets run from June 26through Oct. 30on Sundays from 11 a.m.-2p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1
DUPLICATE BRIDGE: Duplicate Bridge at the Sullivan Senior Center, East Albert Street, Torrington, Tuesday evenings from 7—10p.m. For more information call John Townsend at 860-567-0671. Leave a message, he will return your call. Bringing a partner is encouraged but not required. Cost: $5per person. Wednesday, Nov. 2
BINGO: Sons of Italy, Center Street, Torrington, hosts bingo games on Wednesdays, 4-9:30p.m. with dinner at 5 and calling at 6. Saturday, bingo is played from 4-9:30 p.m. Doors open at 4p.m., games begin at 6p.m. For information, call the lodge at 860-489-1226.
BINGO: St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church holds weekly bingo games at St. Anthony School, Oak Street, Winsted, on Wednesdays. Doors open at 5p.m. with refreshments and snacks for sale. Games begin at 6:45p.m. Progressive jackpots. For information call the church at 860-379-3369 Thursday, Nov. 3 SQUADRON MEETING: A Meeting Northwest Hills Composite Squadron Civil Air Patrol Auxiliary of the United States Air Force will be held Thursday, 7-9p.m. at the Torrington Armory South Main Street. For more information , call Commander Tim Ceritello at 860-620-3670or email timceritello@gmail.com. Saturday, Nov. 5
BINGO: Sons of Italy, Center Street, Torrington, hosts bingo games on Wednesdays, 4-9:30p.m. with dinner at 5 and calling at 6. Saturday, bingo is played from 4-9:30 p.m. Doors open at 4p.m., games begin at 6p.m. For information, call the lodge at 860-489-1226. Tuesday, Nov. 8
DUPLICATE BRIDGE: Duplicate Bridge at the Sullivan Senior Center, East Albert Street, Torrington, Tuesday evenings from 7—10p.m. For more information call John Townsend at 860-567-0671. Leave a message, he will return your call. Bringing a partner is encouraged but not required. Cost: $5per person. Wednesday, Nov. 9
BINGO: Sons of Italy, Center Street, Torrington, hosts bingo games on Wednesdays, 4-9:30p.m. with dinner at 5 and calling at 6. Saturday, bingo is played from 4-9:30 p.m. Doors open at 4p.m., games begin at 6p.m. For information, call the lodge at 860-489-1226.
BINGO: St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church holds weekly bingo games at St. Anthony School, Oak Street, Winsted, on Wednesdays. Doors open at 5p.m. with refreshments and snacks for sale. Games begin at 6:45p.m. Progressive jackpots. For information call the church at 860-379-3369 Thursday, Nov. 10
SQUADRON MEETING: A Meeting Northwest Hills Composite Squadron Civil Air Patrol Auxiliary of the United States Air Force will be held Thursday, 7-9 p.m. at the Torrington Armory South Main Street. For more information , call Commander Tim Ceritello at 860-620-3670or email timceritello@gmail.com. Saturday, Nov. 12
BINGO: Sons of Italy, Center Street, Torrington, hosts bingo games on Wednesdays, 4-9:30p.m. with dinner at 5 and calling at 6. Saturday, bingo is played from 4-9:30 p.m. Doors open at 4p.m., games begin at 6p.m. For information, call the lodge at 860-489-1226. Sunday, Nov. 13
COUNTRY DANCES: The American Folk Musicians Association presents Country Western dances through the year. The first dance of 2016is Jan. 10, 2-6p.m at the Northfield Firehouse, Knife Shop Road, Northfield with music provided by Lew and the Good Time Guys. Future dances will be held Feb. 14, March 13, April 10, May 1, June 12, July 10, Aug. 14, Sept. 11, Oct. 9, Nov. 13and Dec. 4. Admission $11per person; dances are open to the public and all are welcome. For information, call Liz at 860-689-1967or Jim at 860-868-7151. Monday, Nov. 14 DRUMMING FOR PEACE: Full Moon Drumming for Peace event at the Church of Christ Congregational at sunset, Nov. 14, 4:15p.m. The Worldwide International Drumming for Peace organization established this event so that people from around the world can pass the energy and vibrations around the world by drumming at sunset on the full moon for peace. Participants can bring their own drums or drums and rhythm instruments are provided. Future dates are Dec. 13, 4:15p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 15 DUPLICATE BRIDGE: Duplicate Bridge at the Sullivan Senior Center, East Albert Street, Torrington, Tuesday evenings from 7-10p.m. For more information call John Townsend at 860-567-0671. Leave a message, he will return your call. Bringing a partner is encouraged but not required. Cost: $5per person. Wednesday, Nov. 16
BINGO: Sons of Italy, Center Street, Torrington, hosts bingo games on Wednesdays, 4-9:30 p.m. with dinner at 5and calling at 6. Saturday, bingo is played from 4-9:30p.m. Doors open at 4p.m., games begin at 6p.m. For information, call the lodge at 860-489-1226. Dec. 4 COUNTRY DANCES: The American Folk Musicians Association presents Country Western dances through the year. The first dance of 2016is Jan. 10, 2-6p.m. at the Northfield Firehouse, Knife Shop Road, Northfield with music provided by Lew and the Good Time Guys. Future dances will be held Feb. 14, March 13, April 10, May 1, June 12, July 10, Aug. 14, Sept. 11, Oct. 9, Nov. 13and Dec. 4. Admission $11per person; dances are open to the public and all are welcome. For information, call Liz at 860-689-1967. Dec. 13 DRUMMING FOR PEACE: Full Moon Drumming for Peace event at the Church of Christ Congregational at sunset, Dec. 13, 4:15p.m. The Worldwide International Drumming for Peace organization established this event so that people from around the world can pass the energy and vibrations around the world by drumming at sunset on the full moon for peace. Participants can bring their own drums or drums and rhythm instruments are provided.