CALENDAR

MONDAY, SEPT. 25

CUTTING THE CABLE CORD: “Is it time to cut the cord?” presented by Tom Barysiewicz, Sept. 25, 7 p.m. at the Harwinton Public Library, free. Find out what the alternatives to cable tv are and how to do it.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 26

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.

HATHA YOGA: Hatha yoga classes are held at Wisdom House, Litchfield, Tuesdays, Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26, 5:30-6:45 p.m., led by Barbara Putnam. All levels welcome. For more information or to register, email bdputnam@alum.mit.edu or call 860-567-4465.

RSVP RECRUITING: The New Opportunities Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is recruiting senior volunteers (55+) who are interested in volunteering to help children read at the James Morris Elementary School at the Morris Library, Tuesday, September 26, 10:30-12 p.m. If you can’t attend, call Nancy Duetzmann or Karen Stevens at New Opportunities at 860-482-9749 to learn more.

AUTHOR PROGRAM: Author, filmmaker and educator Tom Shachtman, gives a visual presentation followed by a signing on his recently published book, How the French Saved America: Soldiers, Sailors Diplomats, Luis XVI and the Success of a Revolution, Sept. 25, 6:30 p.m. at the Gunn Memorial Library in Washington. Registration required; call 860-8687586 for further information or visit www.gunnlibrary.org

STORYTIME REGISTRATION: Registration for the fall session of story times with Miss Amanda at the Harwinton Library is underway. On Tuesday mornings at 10, ages 18 months to 3 years; Tuesday mornings at 11, babies from birth to 18 months. Wednesday evening story time at 6:30 p.m. for ages 2 years through 6 years. Pajamas are welcome at our evening story times! Thursday mornings at 10 a.m., ages 18 moths to 3 years; Thursday mornings at 11 a.m., ages 3 years to 6 years. To register call 860485-9113.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 27

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 860-489-1226.

BINGO: St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church holds weekly bingo games at St. Anthony School, Oak Street, Winsted, on Wednesdays. Doors open at 5 p.m. with refreshments and snacks for sale. Games begin at 6:35 p.m. Progressive jackpots. For information call the church at 860379-3369.

WISDOM AWARDS: The 19th annual Wisdom Award Celebration will be held at Wisdom House Retreat and Conference Center on Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at 6 p.m. This year’s award will honor the lives and service of Mary Ann C. Buchanan, Ed. D. of Colebrook, as a Creative Educator and Chris and Marlene Smith, of Washington as Promoters of Human Potential. For further information, call Wisdom House, 860-567-3163 or email programs@wisdomhouse.org.

MEET OHLER: Noble Horizons welcomes state Rep. Brian Ohler, Sept. 27, 11 a.m. in the Community Room, 17 Cobble Road in Salisbury. RSVP at www.noblehorizons.org or 860-435-9851.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 28

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 860-6203670 or email timceritello@gmail.com.

NEW CHESS CLUB: A new group, the Litchfield County Chess Club, meets Thursdays at the Torrington Library, 12 Daycoeton Place, Torrington, from 5:30 to 7:45 p.m. on Thursdays. The informal club has held several meetings. Membership is free — just show up and play. Adults, teens and older children with an adult are welcome. There are plenty of boards and pieces, or bring your own. For information, call Alan at 850-430-9317.

SPEAKER SERIES: The White Hart Speaker Series continues with author Brendan Mathews: “The World of Tomorrow: A Novel” Sept. 28, 6 p.m. White Hart Speaker Series is presented in collaboration with Oblong Books & Music & Scoville Memorial Library, at the White Hart. Register at 860-4352838 or go to ScovilleLibrary.org

SOCIAL MEDIA PROGRAM: Social Media for Small Businesses and Not-forProfits with Red Barn CEO Cindy Donalson, will be held at Noble Horizons, 12 Cobble Road, Salisbury, Sept. 28, 5 p.m. Topics will include finding your organization’s niche and the platforms your customers use; how to create compelling content; growing and building relationships with your audience; how to measure your effectiveness and more. Free, with refreshments. Registration is at www.noblehorizons.org or 860-4359851.

FRIDAY, SEPT. 29

FARMERS MARKET: The Winsted Farmers Market is open for the summer season on Fridays, 3-6 p.m at East End Park, Winsted, and continues through October. For details, vending information and what’s for sale, go to winstedfarmersmarket.org

HIGH HOLIDAY SERVICES: Temple Beth Israel, 74 Park Place Winsted, announces the schedule for High Holiday Services. Yom Kippur, Sept. 29, Kol Nidre serve, 6:30 p.m.; Sept. 30, morning service, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Yom Kippur discussion, 5:30 p.m., Ne’ilah service, 6:30 p.m., followed by a pot luck meal at 7:30 p.m. The srvice leader is rabbinic intern Sarah Noyowitz. A contribution of $100 for these services would be greatly appreciated.

RSVP RECRUITING: New Opportunities Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) will be recruiting senior volunteers (55+) who are interested in volunteering for to help children read at North Canaan Elementary School, will be held at Douglas Library, Sept. 29 10 a.m.-12 p.m. If you can’t attend but want to join, all Nancy Duetzmann or Karen Stevens at New Opportunities at 860-482-9749.

CRAFTY KIDS CLUB: Harwinton Library’s Crafty Kids Club meets Sept. 29. 4:15 p.m. For age 7 and olderr; join Miss Lee in making a Duct Tape Locker Mirror; all materials provided. To register, stop by the library or call 860-485-9113.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 30

BINGO: Sons of Italy, Center Street, Torrington, hosts bingo games Saturday, 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.

NATURE AS MENTOR: Nature as Mentor with Marlow Shami, Sept. 30, 10 a.m., A.B. Ceder Room at White Memorial Conservation Center, Litchfield. The program opens with a keynote talk followed by a Nature as Mentor out-ofdoor activity and a guided meditation. The program is free; donations will be accepted to help defray the Conservation Center’s programming expenses. Details at www.whitememorialcc.org.

HIGH HOLIDAY SERVICES: Temple Beth Israel, 74 Park Place Winsted, announces the schedule for High Holiday Services. Yom Kippur, Sept. 30, morning service, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Yom Kippur discussion, 5:30 p.m., Ne’ilah service, 6:30 p.m., followed by a pot luck meal at 7:30 p.m. The service leader is rabbinic intern Sarah Noyowitz. A contribution of $100 for these services would be greatly appreciated.

OKTOBERFEST: Oktoberfest, to benefit St. John Paul the Great Parish, formerly the Torrington Cluster of Roman Catholic Parishes, and hosted by the Knights of Columbus Council 37, will be held at the KC Hall, 152 Litchfield St., Torrington, Sept. 30, 1-7:30 p.m. Admission is free, with food, music, games, beer and much more.

SCUDDER’S GORGE: “Scudder’s Gorge” presented by author Geoffery Craig, will be held Sept. 30 at 4 p.m. at the Scoville Memorial Library 38 Main Street Salisbury. For details call 860-435-2838 or go to ScovilleLibrary.org

MURDER MYSTERY: “Gangsters in Love,” a murder mystery dinner theater fundraiser sponsored by the Beekley Library BookFriends will be held Sept. 30, 5:30 p.m. at Berkshire Hall, Brodie Park, New Hartford. For adults, BYOB and a picnic, desserts provided, tickets $30 and are on sale at the library 10 Central Ave, New Hartford. Details, call 860-379-7235.

WINCHESTER CENTER DAY: Winchester Center Day will be held Sept. 30, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The numerous organizations of Winchester Center have each planned events as part of this special community day. Food, entertainment, exhibits, demonstrations and much more will be presented. Find details at Winchester Center Congregational Church: http:// www.WinchesterCenterCongChurch.org, call 860-379-8900 or go to winchestercentercongchurch@yahoo.com

GRANGE TAG SALE: Winchester Grange is hosting a large tag sale as part of

Winchester Center Day from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. with proceeds to benefit FISH/Friends in Service to Humanity of Northwestern Connecticut and Winchester Grange. The Grange Hall is located at 100 Newfield Road.

CHURCH TAG SALE: United Congregational Church, 1622 Torringford St., Torrington, will hold a tag sale Sept. 30, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. with toys, books, jewelry, linens, household items, holiday items, clothing, and miscellaneous “good stuff” available. Proceeds benefit the church’s outreach and mission work and its general fund

FISHING DERBY: A special needs kids fishing derby, cosponsored by the Woodbury / Southbury Rod & Gun Club, the Morris Volunteer Fire Department and Morris Beach & Recreation, will be held Sept. 30, 9 a.m. at the town pond. Food served by Woodbury/Southbury Rod & Gun Club. Touch a truck and other activities offered, with extra fishing poles to share. Admission is free. https://www.townofmorrisct.com/morris-beach-andrecreation

TAG SALE: East School PTO Tag Sale will be held Sept. 30, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at 215 Hogan Drive, Torrington.

SUNDAY, OCT. 1

LIVING ROSARY: A Living Rosary, celebrating the feast of Our Lady of the Rosary, hosted by the CT Knights of Columbus, will take place at the Shrine of Lourdes in Litchfield, 50 Montfort Rd., Rte. 118, Litchfield Oct, 1, 2 p.m. in the Grotto Plaza, or in Pilgrim Hall on the Shrine grounds if it rains. For further information, call 860-567-1041 or email: lourdesshrinect@gmail.com

CARTOBERFEST: Cartoberfest 2017 will be held Oct. 1, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at Hurley Park, 37 Greenwoods Road, New Hartford. Friends are gathering with the cars, trucks, motorcycles, etc. to have a great time and benefiting the New Hartford Volunteer Fire & Rescue. All Welcome - if you love your ride, show it. Live music by the Whiskey Rebels; door prizes, dash plaque and good food for sale. All proceeds are donated to the New Hartford Volunteer Fire & Rescue.

TUESDAY, OCT. 3

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.

ABOUT DRONES: Torrington, CT – The Warner Theatre and the Entrepreneurial Center of Northwest Connecticut Community College will present “Discover the Commercial Use of Drones” on Tuesday, October 3 from 6:30-8 pm in the Warner’s Nancy Marine Studio Theatre. The fee for this course is $25. To register, call the Warner Box Office at 860-4897180 or visit warnertheatre.org.

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 4

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 860-489-1226.

BINGO: St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church holds weekly bingo games at St. Anthony School, Oak Street, Winsted, on Wednesdays. Doors open at 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, OCT. 5

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.

NEW CHESS CLUB: A new group, the Litchfield County Chess Club, meets Thursdays at the Torrington Library, 12 Daycoeton Place, Torrington, from 5:30 to 7:45 p.m. on Thursdays. The informal club has held several meetings. Membership is free — just show up and play. Adults, teens and older children with an adult are welcome. There are plenty of boards and pieces, or bring your own. For information, call Alan at 850-430-9317.

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 Oct. 5, 6:15 p.m., Nov. 4, 5:30 p.m., Dec. 3, 4:15 p.m.

SATURDAY, OCT. 7

BINGO: Sons of Italy, Center Street, Torrington, hosts bingo games Saturday, 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.

SUNDAY, OCT. 8

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: Oct. 8, Saddle Creek; Nov. 12, Tune Dusters.

CONCERT: Contemporary classical music composer & pianist Sharon Ruchman accompanied by cellist Mary Costanza, both of Washington, will perform a selection of duets for piano and cello of Ruchman’s original compositions, Oct. 8, 2 p.m. at the Gunn Memorial Library. This program is free and open to the public but registration is requested; call 860-868-7586 for further information or visit www.gunnlibrary.org

NEW CHESS CLUB: A new group, the Litchfield County Chess Club, meets Thursdays at the Torrington Library, 12 Daycoeton Place, Torrington, from 5:30 to 7:45 p.m. on Thursdays. The informal club has held several meetings. Membership is free — just show up and play. Adults, teens and older children with an adult are welcome. There are plenty of boards and pieces, or bring your own. For information, call Alan at 850-430-9317.

FRIDAY, OCT. 13

THEATER FUNDRAISER: An evening of wine and beer tasting will be given by the Friends of the Thomaston Opera House on Friday, Oct. 13, 6-9 p.m. at the LYCEUM, 181 Main St, Terryville. Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 at the door, include hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction, raffle prizes, an art display by the Ten-2-One artists all tied together by live background music. Proceeds will help pay for the restoration of the historic Thomaston Opera House. To purchase tickets, go to www.LandmarkCommunityTheater.org or call the box office 860-283-6250.

SATURDAY, OCT. 14

AUCTION IN THE VILLAGE:A Benefit for the David M. Hunt Library, Auction in the Village, will be held Oct. 14, 5-8 p.m. at The Center on Main – 103 Main St, Falls Village. Tickets: $30 in advance; $40 at the door – Call 860-824-7424 or visit www.huntlibrary.org

SUNDAY,OCT. 29

MAKING STRIDES WALKS: The American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walks are schedule to occur throughout the month of October to support the fight against the second leading cause of cancer death in women and ensure no one faces breast cancer alone as October is annually recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Join us at our walks in New Haven and Westport on Sunday, October 15;Bridgeport, Litchfield, and New London on Sunday, October 22; and Hartford and Waterbury on Sunday, October 29. To learn more about a Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event near and how you can become involved, visit www.makingstrideswalk.org or call 1.800.227.2345.

NOV. 4

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 Nov. 4, 5:30 p.m., Dec. 3, 4:15 p.m. 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: Nov. 12, Tune Dusters.

DEC. 3

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 on Dec. 3 at 4:15 p.m. 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.