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DRUMMING FOR PEACE: Drumming for Peace at sunset on the evening of the full moon takes place at Church of Christ Congregational, 5 Old Middle Street, at the intersection of Routes 4 and 63 in Goshen. Participants may bring their own drums or use the drums and rhythm instruments that will be provided. Any type of hand drum may be used. All drummers or people who would like to become drummers are welcome; no experience is necessary. Contact Susan Strand at sstrand@snet. net for further information. Dates are June 9, 8:15 p.m., July 9, 8:15 p.m., Aug. 7, 7:45 p.m., Sept. 6, 7 p.m., Oct. 5, 6:15 p.m., Nov. 4, 5:30 p.m., Dec. 3, 4:15 p.m. LAUREL BALL: Laurel Ball at Crystal Peak will be held June 9 starting at 6 p.m. Tickets are $40 per person and includes a buffet dinner and dancing. Tickets can be reserved by emailing Lara Green Kazlauskas at lgreenkaz@yahoo.com. SENIOR CENTER TALK: At the Barkhamsted Senior Center on Friday, June 9, Mike Day will speak about Barkhamsted’s long time doctor, Dr. Amos Beecher and medicine in the 19th century. Admission is free and refreshments will be served. Questions call Noreen Watson 860-738-1152.

Saturday, June 10

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. HOUSE TOURS: The Seth Thomas Bradstreet House will be open on weekends until June 24 (except Memorial Day weekend) and from Sept. 9-Oct. 30. Tours are held at 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m. and 2 p.m.; to arrange an alternate visit, call 860283-5253. SALISBURY MARKET: The new Salisbury Farmers Market will be held every Saturday morning, 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. QUILTS THAT CARE: Quilts that Care will meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Monday, June 19 at The Harold Leever Regional Cancer Center, 1075 Chase Parkway, Waterbury. Get listed: Submit items at CALENDAR@REGISTERCITIZEN.COM. The group will meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 20 at the Bristol Public Library, 5High St. The group will meet from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Wednesday, June 21 at The Litchfield Community Center, 421 Bantam Road, Route 202, Litchfield. The group will meet from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays at the Quilts that Care Headquarters, 130 Scott Road, Waterbury. Quilting classes will be from noon to 2 p.m. Saturdays, June 10 and 17 and from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, June 12. For information, call Deb at 860-782-1043, email Deborah@quiltsthatcare.org. BOOK SALE: Beekley Library book sale will be held Saturday, June 10, with early bird preview for $20, 8-9 a.m. and the sale from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., and Sunday, June 11, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. with books, recorded books music, DVDs, children’s books and games and delicious baked goods too, at the New Hartford Elementary School, 40 Wickett Street. Admission is free except for early bird preview. BOOK CLUB: Scoville Library’s Second Saturday Book Club will meet to dicuss “Infinite Home” by Kathleen Alcott, June 10 at 3 p.m. in the Oak Room. BOOK TALK: The Kent Memorial Library welcomes photographer and author Mathew M. Duman of Bethany, June 10 at 2 p.m. Duman will discuss and sign his book An Education in the Grotesque: The Gargoyles of Yale University. This event is free and open to the public. To register or for more information call the Library, 860-927-3761; email kmlinfo@biblio.org; stop by the Library; or visit the Library’s online calendar at kentmemoriallibrary.org. Books will be available for purchase and signing. CAMERA CUB SHOW: The Souterrain/Wish House Gallery Presents an exhibition of photos by the Housatonic Camera Club, at the gallery, 413 Sharon-Goshen Turnpike, West Cornwall. The opening reception is Saturday, June 10th from 3-6 p.m.; show runs to July 9. For details, go to www.souterraingallery.com or www.housatonicameraclub.com MINERAL, GEM SHOW: 15th Annual Gem, Jewelry, and Mineral Show will be held Saturday June 10, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., rain or shine at the museum grounds of the Connecticut Antique Machinery Association, one mile north of Kent, CT on Route 7 (31 Kent-Cornwall Road) with 25 dealers of gems, beads, jewelry, minerals and fossils. Event benefits the Connecticut Museum of Mining and Mineral Science. Tour the exhibits in the museum’s new Hall of Connecticut Geology. For additional information call 860-9270050. Admission is free. TRUCK SHOW, FLEA MARKET: The Connecticut Yankee Chapter of the Antique Truck Club of America, will hold its annual truck show and flea market on Saturday, June 10 and Sunday, June 11 starting at 8 a.m. at the Bethlehem Fairgrounds, 384 Main Street, North (Route 61) in Bethlehem. The featured truck this year is a 1969 Peterbilt, Model 359, owned by Bill Mitchell from Danbury, CT. Old or New - trucks, tractors, motorcycles, and construction equipment - all welcome. Admission $10 per unit for the 2 days. There is a $30 fee to set up a flea market space for the 2 days (insurance is not required). There will be a Rubber Duck Rodeo on Saturday and a Slow Truck Race on Sunday at 1 p.m. Spectators $3, seniors $2, and children age 12 and under are free. Connecticut Yankee Chapter will host their famous bake sale. The first 150 registrants will receive a dash plaque. For further information, contact Bill Mitchell at 203-7390118. No pets allowed. TAG AND BAKE SALE: A tag and bake sale will be held June 10, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on the lawn at the First Congregational Church of Litchfield’s bookstore. The Bookstore and International Mission Gift Shop will be open. The event is rain or shine, free admission and free parking. Cash and checks preferred. Enjoy New England Apple Fritters at the sale. For information contact cindybirkins@optonline.net OPEN HOUSE DAY: Squire’s Tavern in Peoples Forest on East River Road, Pleasant Valley, the home of the Barkhamsted Historical Society, takes part in Connecticut Open House Day on Sat. June 10, 1-4 p.m, with free admission, refreshments and tours. The Barkhamsted Historical Society has been very busy restoring this historic site. The Tavern has much to offer including exhibits of local history. To view a list of other participants in Connecticut Open House Day go to www.ctvisit.com and for more information about the Barkhamsted Historical Society www.barkhmastedhistory.org EMERGING CHURCH: Experiences of Emerging Church with Peggy Richard. will be held June 10, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

at Wisdom House, Litchfield. For more information or to register: peggyrichard@gmail.com PARENTS NIGHT OUT: Momma’s Kitchen and the Torrington Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting Parents Night Out at the Armory located at 153 South Main St., Saturday, June 10, 5-8 p.m. Mom and Dad can enjoy a night out on the town (or just some quiet time at home) while your child has fun, participating in events and activities supervised by Momma’s Kitchen staff. For ages 3-10. Dinner will be provided. Please note any food allergies or preferences when registering; cost is $25 per child or $40 for two children. Advance registration is required and spots are limited. Register in person at the Parks and Recreation Department or online at https://torringtonct.myrec.com. For more information call 860-489-2274. BOOK SIGNING: Darren Winston, Bookseller, Sharon, will host a book signing with New York Times best-selling author Sally Cook on June 10, 12-3 p.m. to celebrate the release of her latest book, How to Speak Soccer. For information call 860-3641890 or at darrenwinston@gmail.com TAG SALE EXTRAVAGANZA: City-Wide Tag Sale Extravaganza will be held Saturday, June 10 in Torrington with garage, yard, and estate sales and a free printed map of all the day’s events available at several locations (Parks and Recreation, Torrington Lumber and Georgetown Apartments) as well as an interactive map at http://torringtontagsale.com. Add your sale to the treasure hunters map for only $10. For more details and applications, email Rob Stango at info@ torringtontagsale.com, visit the event’s website at http://torringtontagsale.com or visit the Parks and Recreation office.This is an annual fundraiser managed by Torrington Parks and Recreation Department, Torrington Lions Club and Torrington INFO in support of Torrington’s Independence Day fireworks display. MUSIC FESTIVAL: The 6th annual Johnnycake Music Festival will be held on Saturday, June 10, 3-9 p.m. at Lewis Mills High School. Sponsored by the Burlington Lions Club, this family friendly event highlights a variety of local talent as well as headliner, Cajun Ray & The Steamers. Proceeds benefit the Region 10 Make A Mark Enrichment Fund. Fireworks at 9 p.m. Rain date is June 11. Contact Kelly Fecteau at kelly@nepm.com or Colleen Ververis at cververis@ hotmail.com for additional information. SPRING TAG SALE: First Congregational Church of Torrington (corner of Route 4 and Riverside Avenue) will hold its spring tag sale Saturday, June 10, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Tables are available to rent for individuals or vendors. If interested, call 860-689-3017. WALKING TOURS: The Litchfield Historical Society’s Saturday morning walking tours are exploring new sites in town. Each tour lasts about an hour; bring a bottle of water and wear comfortable shoes; meet at the Litchfield History Museum at 10 a.m. for each tour. Registration is required. On June 10, the tour is Social Lives of Litchfield Female Academy and Litchfield Law School Students. To register call 8600567-4501 or email registration@litchfieldhistoricalsociety.org. FARMERS MARKET: The Torrington Farmer’s Market will begin its 2017 season on Saturday, June 10, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. in the upper parking lot of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 837 Charles Street. The Tuesday market begins Tuesday, June 13, 3-6 p.m. Offered will be fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods, honey and maple syrup, cheese, meats, locally produced soaps, children’s books and more. Come see what is new with your local farmers and catch up with your neighbors. SPRING HORSE SHOW: The Humane Organization Represent-ing Suffering Equines (H.O.R.S.E. of Connecticut), 43 Wilbur Rd., Washington, will hold a spring Horse Showing on Saturday, June 10, 1-3 p.m. to show the many horses available for adoption, lease and sponsor. A tack sale runs from 12-3 p.m. with saddles, blankets and other equipment. For more info about our horses or upcoming events go to www.horseofct.org or call 860-868-1960. STEAM VENT: Steam Vent Coffee House is closing its spring season on June 10, 6-10p.m. at First Church of Winsted, 95 North Main Street. Picnic fare served from 6-8 p.m., $7 with beverages and desserts for additional cost. Featured performers are Juan DeGuzman, Michael Lovallo, Edie Mallick, Muddy Boots, Mark Moriarty and Carl D and Company. Open mic from 6-7 p.m.; sign up that night. For more information call 860-482-3491.

Sunday, June 11

BOOK SALE: Beekley Library book sale will be held Sunday, June 11, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. with books, recorded books music, DVDs, children’s books and games and delicious baked goods too, at the New Hartford Elementary School, 40 Wickett Street. Admission is free except for early bird preview. TRUCK SHOW, FLEA MARKET: The Connecticut Yankee Chapter of the Antique Truck Club of America, will hold its annual truck show and flea market on Saturday, June 10 and Sunday, June 11 starting at 8 a.m. at the Bethlehem Fairgrounds, 384 Main Street, North (Route 61) in Bethlehem. The featured truck this year is a 1969 Peterbilt, Model 359, owned by Bill Mitchell from Danbury, CT. Old or New - trucks, tractors, motorcycles, and construction equipment - all welcome. Admission $10 per unit for the 2 days. There is a $30 fee to set up a flea market space for the 2 days (insurance is not required). There will be a Rubber Duck Rodeo on Saturday and a Slow Truck Race on Sunday at 1 p.m. Spectators $3, seniors $2, and children age 12 and under are free. Connecticut Yankee Chapter will host their famous bake sale. The first 150 registrants will receive a dash plaque. For further information, contact Bill Mitchell at 203-739-0118. No pets allowed. LAUREL PARADE: Winsted’s annual Laurel Parade and Laurel King and Queen crowning begins Sunday, June 11 with the parade stepping off at 2 p.m. from Boyd Street, led by Marshall Sheila Sedlack. The parade concludes at East End Park for the crowning. If it rains, the crowning will be held at the First Church of Winsted, 95 North Main St., Winsted. All are welcome. FILM FORUM: The Fifth Annual Documentary Film Form will be held on Sunday, June 11 at 11:30 am at the Millerton Moviehouse in Millerton, NY. Presented by The Salisbury Forum and The Film Works of the Moviehouse, admission is free and everyone is invited. GUILDED STROLLS: Join George McCleary, the Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden’s Horticulturist, for a guided stroll through Ferriday Gardens. Take in all the colors and scents of the beautiful blooms and get gardening advice. The event is Sunday, June 11. 1-4 p.m., rain or shine. $10 per person; CTL Members free. For more information, visit www.ctlandmarks.org; or call 203-266-7596. COUNTRY DANCES: The American Folk Musicians Association has announced its schedule of country dances for 2017. All dances are held at the Northfield Firehouse, 12 Knife Shop Road, Northfield, from 2-6 p.m. on Sundays. Admission is $11 per person, and the dances are open to the public. For information, call Liz at 860-689-1967 or Jim at 860-868-7115. The dates and bands are: June 11, Northeast Country; July 9, Lew and the Good Time Guys; Aug. 13, Road Runners; Sept. 10, Larry Ayce; Oct. 8, Saddle Creek, Nov. 12, Tune Dusters. ROAD RACE: The annual Litchfield Hills Road Race returns to the Litchfield Green on West Street on Sunday, with festivities and kids races beginning at 11 a.m. and the main race at 1 p.m. Arrive early for a good spot on the green to watch the runners. For full details go to http://www. lhrr.com.

Tuesday, June 13

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.

Wednesday, June 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. For information, call the lodge at 860-4891226. BINGO: St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church holds weekly bingo games at St. Anthony School, Oak Street, Winsted, on Wednesdays. Doors open at 5 p.m. with refreshments and snacks for sale. Games begin at 6:35 p.m. Progressive jackpots. For information call the church at 860-379-3369.

Thursday, June 15

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 860-620-3670 or email timceritello@gmail.com.

Saturday, June 17

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.

Tuesday, June 20

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, h will return your call. Bringing a partner is encouraged but not required. Cost: $5 per person.

Wednesday, June 21

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. For information, call the lodge at 860-4891226. BINGO: St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church holds weekly bingo games at St. Anthony School, Oak Street, Winsted, on Wednesdays. Doors open at 5 p.m. with refreshments and snacks for sale. Games begin at 6:35 p.m. Progressive jackpots. For information call the church at 860-379-3369.