Parents’ guild to host fall festival

WINSTED — Celebrate Halloween at the St. Anthony School Parents Guild Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 14, from 4-6 p.m. at Ruwet Farm, located on East Pearl Road in Torrington. The event is open to the public.

The cost of $10 per child includes a tractor ride to the pumpkin patch to pick a pumpkin to take home (parents are allowed to ride too), visiting the haunted house, walking through the corn maze, games, and a bonfire by the pond. Hot dogs, salt potatoes, popcorn, water, juice and soda will also available for purchase. All children attending the event must be accompanied by an adult (no drop-offs). Children and adults are encouraged to dress up in their Halloween costumes — no weapons, masks or inappropriate costumes – remember that there will be little ones at the festival who may be frightened by scary costumes.

To RSVP or for more information, go to the Event listing on the Saint Anthony School Facebook page or email the Parents Guild at pto@sas-winsted.org.

City announces leaf, yard waste pickup schedule

TORRINGTON — Leaf and yard waste pickup for Torrington residents will begin Monday, Nov. 6, and end Friday, Dec. 1, weather permitting. Leaves and yard waste must be placed curbside for pickup on the same day as garbage pickup. Do not call to schedule pickup. All yard waste is collected in separate trucks for recycling. Do not mix or place yard waste in piles with garbage.

Yard waste includes horticultural trimmings, which are free of stones, dirt, and sharp objects; or other natural organic matter, such as grass clippings, discarded from yards and gardens.

Only leaves and yard waste bagged in biodegradable paper bags or tied into bundles not exceeding fifty (50) pounds in weight will be picked up. Individual branches shall not exceed 4 feet in length or 3 inches in diameter. Leaves or yard waste raked into piles curbside will not be picked up. Biodegradable paper bags can be purchased at many local stores.

Residents are reminded that leaves and grass trimmings are a recyclable material and cannot be picked-up as part of our normal curbside collection and disposal program.

Museum of Tort Law tours available

WINSTED — The American Museum of Tort Law and the Winchester Historical Society have teamed up to give you an impressive tour of history and the freedoms of democracy. Tours are free to local residents. For details or questions about tours, call 860-379-0505 or 860-379-8433.

Library program explores mysteries, secrets of light

LITCHFIELD — Joe Dougherty presents Light: Its Mysteries & Hidden Secrets, Oct. 25, 7-8 p.m. at the Oliver Wolcott Library, 160 South St., Litchfield. This presentation will explore light … what it is and how scientists have harnessed it to reveal much of what we know about our universe. Specifically, we will learn about the chemical composition of stars, how to determine the distance and temperatures of astronomical objects and how scientists are discovering new “exoplanets” daily.

Dougherty is the President of the Litchfield Hills Amateur Astronomy Club. He has specialized in the field of astro-imaging for nearly 10 years. He has given numerous presentations on imaging to the public and other amateur astronomers over the years. Recently, he has been exploring the use of new tools, software and imaging cameras used in the field of Spectroscopy of stars. He resides in Waterbury, CT and holds an M.B.A. and B.S. in Mathematics.

Space is limited. Registration is required and can be done by calling 860-567-8030.

Shrine to hold annual fall dinner

LITCHFIELD —The Shrine of Lourdes in Litchfield is holding its annual Harvest Dinner on Sunday, Oct. 15, at 1 p.m. in Pilgrim Hall. The menu features roast pork with maple glaze, winter vegetables, sweet potato casserole and roasted garlic mashed potatoes. Pumpkin cookies, coffee and tea complete this feast.

Tickets are $25 per person or $45 for a family of parents and children under 15 only. The Shrine is located on 50 Montfort Rd., Rte. 118, in Litchfield, CT 06759. For further information, call: 860-567-1041 or email: lourdesshrinect@gmail.com.

Art league to host demonstration

WATERTOWN — The Watertown Art League will host a live watercolor painting demonstration by Professional Artist, Shauna Shane, Monday, Oct. 9, 7 p.m. at the First Congregational Church Hall, 40 DeForest St. in Watertown. The demonstration is free and open to the public.

Working in a variety of mediums including watercolor, oil, and pastel, Shane’s paintings are saturated with light and color, informed by many years of painting from life. Her paintings of the landscape, still life, animals and the figure reflect a solid academic training as well as the ability to communicate the energy and unique atmosphere of a scene. Selected in 2010 as Resident Artist at the New Britain Museum of American Art, Shane began her career as Resident Artist at Yellowstone National Park. Shauna has exhibited in international competitions around the country, where she has received many major awards.

A professional painter for more than 33 years, Shane is represented in collections in the US and around the world, including the Governor’s portrait in the State Capitol in Helena, Montana. She is a Signature Member of CT Pastel Society, an Elected Artist Member of the Lyme Art Association and CT Plein air Society.

The Watertown Art League meets the second Monday of the month in April, May, June, September, October, and November. For more information about the demonstration call May at 203574-2835.