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2017-05-27 -

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FISHING DERBY: New Hartford Recreation Department presents the 10th Annual David Childs Memorial Fishing Derby along the Farmington River. The event begins Saturday, May 27, at 7 a.m. and ends on Sunday, May 28, at 3:30 p.m. There are Adult and Youth prizes with a top prize of $1,000. Cost is $10 for adults, $3 for ages 12 and under or a $15 maximum per family. Preregistration is required; register in person at UpCountry Sportfishing, 352 Main Street or New Hartford Town Hall, 530 Main St.https://newhartfordrec.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=14. 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 4-9:30 p.m. Doors open at 4 p.m., games begin at 6 p.m. For information, call the lodge at 860-489-1226.

FARM FRESH MARKET: Litchfield Hills Farm-Fresh Market will be held May 27 and June 3 at the Litchfield Community Center, 421 Bantam Road, Litchfield; moves outdoors to the lot adjacent to Center School on Route 202 on June 17. Fresh produce, baked goods, prepared foods, tastings and much more. Music, guest artists, chef demonstrations, local nonprofits and a free gardening and cookbook exchange. Workshops are scheduled on many market days. For more information and to see what’s on the agenda for market day go to http://www. litchfieldfarmersmarket.org

SALISBURY MARKET: The new Salisbury Farmers Market will be held every Saturday morning starting May 20, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on the lawn at the Scoville Library, with an array of vegetables, meats, cheeses, rustic breads, jams, vinegar and plants plus occasional guest appearances by chefs and other food producers. Markets continue weekly through October.

ART SHOW: Trinity Gallery Art Show will be held May 27-29, June 3-4, 12-4 p.m. An acrylic lecture and demo by Boston artist Adria Arches will be held Sunday June 4, 12:30-2:30 p.m., door prize drawing at 2:20 p.m.

SATURDAY IN THE PARK: The Torrington Arts & Culture Commission will celebrate Torrington’s Coe Memorial Park and its wonderful assets with “Saturday in the Park,” featuring art and craft vendors, live music, food vendors, and a 15-minute loop presentation on the history of the park presented by the Torrington Historical Society, May 27, rain or shine, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Live music starts at 12 p.m. The Main Street Marketplace Express train will also be making an appearance and will be there all day to take riders, both young and old, on a round trip around the park.

SUMMA FUNERAL: The funeral arrangements for Robert “Bob” J. Summa of Canton who passed away Monday, May 22, 2017 are incomplete and will be announced shortly. Go to www.cookfuneralhomect.com for more information.

VETERANS WELCOME: The American Museum of Tort Law (AMTL), in Winsted is offering $1 admission for Winsted and Torrington veterans, their family, friends and neighbors to commemorate Memorial Day, Saturday, May 27. Tours for Winsted residents at 11 a.m., and 2 p.m. for Torrington residents. Museum founder Ralph Nader will greet visitors joining the tours. The museum will be open to the general public from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Torrington and Winsted residents interested in joining these special tours should call the AMTL at 860-379-0505 or email info@tortmusuem.org to pre-register.

Sunday, May 28

GARDEN STROLL: Join George McCleary, the Bellamy Ferriday House & Garden’s Site Horticulturist, for a guided stroll through Ferriday Gardens, May 28, 2-4 p.m. Take in all the colors and scents of the beautiful blooms. Ask gardening advice from an expert and learn about historic varieties of annuals and perennials. Rain or shine. $10 per person; CTL Members free. The Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden is located at 9 Main Street North, Bethlehem. For information, visit www.ctlandmarks.org; or call 203-266-7596.

FOXWOODS TRIP: The Sons Of Italy, 34 Center St., Torrington is hosting a bus trip to Foxwoods Casino & Tanger Outlets on Sunday, June 4. Bus leave the Sons Of Italy parking lot 34 Center Street at 7:30 a.m. and will return at approximately 6 p.m. Tickets are $30 per person and includes a $20 slot or food voucher. Call 860482-1226 for more information or to secure your seat.

MEMORIAL DAY SERVICE: Newfield Cemetery on Mountain Road, Torrington, will hold its annual Memorial Day Service of Recognition on Sun., May 28 at 2 p.m. The public is invited to attend.

SERVICE OF RECOGNITION: First Ecclesiastical Cemetery on Goshen Rd., Torrington, will hold its annual Memorial Day Service of Recognition on Sun., May 28 at 12: p.m. The public is invited to attend this oldest cemetery in Torrington.

Monday, May 29

MEMORIAL DAY MASS: There will be a Memorial Day Mass at 12 p.m. at the New St. Francis Cemetery, 863 South Main Street, Torrington. The Rev. Robert Tucker will celebrate Mass. Everyone is invited.

TOWN PICNIC: A Memorial Day Old Fashioned Town Picnic will be held Monday, May 29, 2 p.m. at the Morris Town Beach Pavilion. Admission is free. There will be live music and activities for children. Bring a dish to share.

NO TRASH PICKUP: There will be no curbside collection of trash and recyclables on Memorial Day, Monday, May 29 in Torrington. There will be a one-day delay for pick up of all municipal solid waste and recyclables collection for the remainder of the week following Memorial Day. Friday’s regularly scheduled collection will be on Saturday. The regular schedule will resume the following week.

Tuesday, May 30

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 860-567-0671. Leave a message, he will return your call. Bringing a partner is encouraged but not required. Cost: $5 per person.

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