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2017-10-31 -

TUESDAY, OCT. 31

REGISTRARS OF VOTERS: All Registrars of Voters' offices in Connecticut will hold a statewide voter registration session for those who have turned 18, become a US citizen, or moved to Connecticut since October 31st of this year. This registration session is also open to members of the Armed Forces, and former Armed Forces members who have been discharged within the calendar year. This session will be held on October 31, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

TRICK OR TREAT: Trick-or-Treat at the Cornwall Library, Oct. 31, 5-8 p.m. The Library will be open for trick or treating; come show off your Halloween costumes.

MULTI MEDIA SHOW: Sally Van Doren will present a multi-media show including visual art, a poetry reading, and a performance piece, Oct. 31-Dec. 9, with a reading and recepton on Nov. 11 at 5 p.m. at the Cornwall Library. The public is welcome to attend.

TRICK OR TREAT: Friendly, fun and safe Trick-or-Treat options for Halloween in Winsted include Gilbert School's 5th Annual TGS Trick or Treat from 4:30-6 p.m. at the school, featuring trick-ortreating throughout the Gilbert School and a special spooky path, and from 6-8 p.m. at Center Firehouse on Elm Street, where you can come trick-or-treating, tour the firehouse, meet the members. Free and all are welcome.

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 1

FUNDRAISER: A pasta dinner will be held Nov. 2, 5-8 p.m. to benefit the Bassler family, whose son, Brian, was recently diagnosed with Burkitt’s Leukemia. The dinner will be held at Friendship Baptist Church, 441 Torrington Road, Litchfield. Dinner catered by Alfredo’s Deli, dessert, raffle and silent auction to be held as well. Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for students K-12, free for children under 12. More information available at teambbass@gmail.com.

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.

MEDITATION CLASS: A meditaion class for people who are interested in knowing the science behind meditation and implementing a regular daily practice successfully, but who struggle with finding the time or the discipline to make it stick. Two sessions, Nov. 1, Nov. 8, 6:30 p.m. at the Beekley Memorial Library, New Hartford. Free. For details, call the library at 860-379-7235.

SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISER: The Sullivan Senior Center, Torrington, will hold its annual Scholarship Fundraiser Nov. 1. Geronimo bingo, 9-11 a.m, $5; games and Wii bowling, 1:30-3:30 p.m., $5; chowder all afternoon, $3, order by Oct. 27, takeout available. Raffle drawings at 3:30 p.m., tickets available from Oct. 25 on. For information call the center at 860-489-2211.

SMART DRIVER COURSE: AARP Smart Driver Course will be held at the Sullivan Senior Center, Nov. 16, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. for people age 50 and older. The 4 hour session must be completed to receive a certificate for a discount on auto insurance for 2 years. The cost is $15, $20 non-members of AARP payable by check only made out to AARP. Bring your AARP card to show the instructor. If you do not have your membership card, call 1-888687-2277 to obtain your number. Call 860-489-2211 to register.

THURSDAY, NOV. 2

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. DUPLICATE BRIDGE: Duplicate Bridge at the Sullivan Senior Center, East Albert Street, Torrington, Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. to 12 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. Games are now free of charge. FUNDRAISER: A pasta dinner will be held Nov. 2, 5-8 p.m. to benefit the Bassler family, whose son, Brian, was recently diagnosed with Burkitt’s Leukemia. The dinner will be held at Friendship Baptist Church, 441 Torrington Road, Litchfield. Dinner catered by Alfredo’s Deli, dessert, raffle and silent auction to be held as well. Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for students K-12, free for children under 12. More information available at teambbass@gmail.com.

FRIDAY, NOV. 3 FREE EYE SCREENING: Thursday, Nov. 2nd @ 9:30 AM -- Harwinton Lions Club Free Eye Screenings for Children, Nov. 2, 9:30 a.m. Specifically designed to detect eye problems in young children ages 1-5. Children's eyes are measured with a specialized Plus Optix instrument. The screening is simple and painless. The readings are evaluated and recommendations may be made. No registration is necessary.

ICLOUD: Tech Tutor and former Apple Store Specialist, Michael Jay, leads a workshop on the iCloud feature that enables some of the most valuable aspects of the Apple system. The program, iCloud Demystified, Nov. 2, 6:30 p.m. at the Gunn Memorial Library in Washington. To register call 860-8687586.

AUTISM UNPLUGGED: The Parent Support Group at NCCC and the Litchfield County Autism Spectrum Association are hosting Autism Spectrum Unplugged, a panel discussion to be held in Founders Hall auditorium, Nov. 2, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. For more information, contact NCCC Professor Dr. Robert Beck at 860-738-6383 or at rbeck@nwcc.edu.

CHRISTMAS COTTAGE FAIR: The 35th Annual Christmas Cottage Craft Fair will be held this year at the Eureka Grange Hall,on Route 202 at 777 Litchfield Turnpike, New Hartford/Nepaug. Nov. 2, 3-8 p.m., Nov. 3, 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Nov. 4, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Come see a full showcase of beautiful crafts and fine arts for sale by over 30 local juried artisans. Free admission, homemade cookies and warm cider for all shoppers. Cash or check accepted. For informaiton email christmascottage30@yahoo.com or go to Facebook.

FREE WORKSHOP: The Lodge is hosting a free educational workshop during Veterans Week 2017 about the VA Aid and Attendance benefit, Nov. 3, 2 p.m. at Geer Lodge, 77 South Canaan Road, Canaan. Call 860-824-2625 to register.

RIVERTON GRANGE: The regular meeting of Riverton Grange will be held on Friday, Nov. 3 at 7:30 p.m. Lecturer Raine Pedersen will present “Remember Our Vets—Let’s Be Thankful”. Refreshments for the evening will be provided by Gail Prelli and Charlie Bierce. Donations of non-perishable foods will be collected at every meeting and distributed to the local food banks. The grange welcomes anyone to a meeting to meet members and learn what the grange stands for. Granges, from communities to National Grange, are involved in helping various groups as well as those in agriculture and FFA.

BATTLE OF THE BANDS: Warner Theatre and Two Roads Brewing Co. will present “The Road to Road Jam: Battle of the Jam Bands,” in the Warner’s Studio Theatre on Friday, Nov. 3 from 7-11 p.m. Tickets are $15 and you must be 21 to enter the event. Doors will open at 6 p.m.; a variety of Two Roads beers will be available for purchase. Five area jam bands will compete for the first place prize. The winning band will play at the Road Jam Music Festival, as well as win a cash prize, tickets for the Jam Fest, swag bags and beer. To purchase tickets, call the Warner Box Office at 860-489-7180 or visit warnertheatre.org.

ALZHEIMER’S BENEFIT: Nancy Tucker, award-winning songwriter, singer, and squeaky clean comedian, is the featured performer at the benefit for the Conn. Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association which will be held on Friday, Nov. 3, at the Terryville Congregational Church, 233 Main St., 6:30 p.m. with a gourmet dinner and dessert, followed by an evening of vocal and instrumental music,along with comedy that appeals to a range of generations and has been called a "onewoman fun festival". Reservations and tickets, priced at $50 each, or $450 for a table of 10, are available by calling the church office ar 860-589-0182.

SUPER PRIZE PARTY: Winchester Grange Holiday Super Prize Party and Bake Sale will be held Nov. 3, doors open at 6 p.m. for viewing, drawings start at 7 p.m. at Winchester Grange Hall, located at the intersection of Newfield Road and Route 263 in Winchester Center. To donate prizes or baked goods contact Winchester Grange Super Prize Party Coordinator Ramona Fassio at 860-4822733, or bring the items between 5-6 p.m. Grocery items, gift baskets, gift cards, baked goods, or anything that is new or almost new is welcome.

SATURDAY, 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.

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.

FALL FUNDRAISER: Goshen Garden Club’s 2017 Fall Fundraiser will be held Nov. 4, 11 a.m. at Chatterley’s Banquet Facility, 371 Pinewoods Rd. Torrington. Lunch at noon with a cash bar, raffle baskets and the program, No Tune Like a Show Tune! Featuring Wanda Houston and Michael Berkeley, for $35 per person. To reserve call Kathe at 860-485-3145.

OLD TYME DANCE: Cornwall Old Time Dance, Saturday Nov. 4 at 7 p.m., Cornwall Town Hall in Cornwall, Ct. Traditional music by Still, the Homegrown Band and calling by Jeff Walker. All dances taught, all ages welcome and no partner necessary. Donation requested to pay the caller. For more information go to motherhouse.us or call Jane at 860-672-6101.

WWI LECTURE: Historical Lecture Series. A Terrible Beauty is Born. Third in a series of four lectures, will be held NOv. 4, 1 p.m. at Beekley Memorial Library, New Hartord. Free. For details, call the library at 860379-7235.

JURIED SHOW AND SALE: The Gallery @the SHS of the Sharon Historical Society & Museum presents “Have a Seat,” a juried exhibition and sale of works by local artists in conjunction with an exhibition of the museum’s collection of antique chairs, Nov. 4-De. 15, opening reception, Novv. 4, 5-7 p.m. For more information and directions call 860-364-5688.

BEAT POETRY: National Beat Poetry Festival. Beat poets and musicians reading and playing their own creations, featuring word artists Elizabeth Fontaine and Tony Hanson with musical artist George Porto, will be held Nov. 4, 3:30 p.m. at the Beekley Memorial Library, New Hartford. Admission is free; for information call the library at 860-3797235.

MISSION TRIP FUNDRAISER: A lasagna dinner to benefit a mssion trip to Uganda will be held Nov. 4, 4:3-7 p.m. at Winchester Center Congregational Church. Dinner includes lasagna with or without meat sauce, salad, bread and dessert, $10 in advance, $2 at the door, $5 for ages 5-11. For information call 860-379-8900 or Holly at 860-491-0745.

HOLIDAY FAIR: Torrington Lions and Torrington P & Rec Department’s 2017 Holiday Craft and Gift Fair will be held Nov. 4, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Torrington Armory, South Main Street. Wonderful gifts for the holidays, free admission and parking, refreshments available for sale. Learnmore at torringtonlionsevents.org or call Lion Margaret at 860-489-8971.

ARTISAN FAIR: Artist and Artisan Fair will be held Nov. 4, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at Burlington Town Hall, 200 Spielman Highway, to benefit the repair and continued restoration of the historic church building owned by Congregational Church of Burlington. For more information contact Ann at 860-8103938 THANKS GIVING EVENT: Let Us Give Thanks Tipi presented by Fidel Moreno, a Native American cultural facilitator and water protector who went to Standing Rock last fall, will be held Nov. 4, 10:30 a.m. to celebrate Native American Heritage Month, at the Scoville Memorial Library 38 Main Street Salisbury. For information call the library at 860-435-2838.

ROAST BEEF DINNER: The Morris Congregational Church will sponsor a family-style Roast Beef Dinner Nov. 4, 4:30-7 p.m. in the Morris Community Hall. (Intersection of Rt.61 & Rt.109) All you can eat roast beef, mashed potatoes, 3 bean salad, vegetables, rolls and beverage, with homemade pies and desserts, tickets $14 adults, $4 children 12 and under. For further information call 860806-1482.

VETERAN OF THE MONTH: Veteran of World War I, Burdette Curtiss will be honored by American Legion in Bantam, Nov. 4, 10 a.m. at the All Wars Memorial Route 202 (Bantam Cemetery) in Bantam. In Rain location is Bantam Borough Hall. Light refreshments follow in Bantam Borough Hall; all are welcome. For information email post44.bantam@gmail.com.

POETRY READING: The public is welcome to attend a reading of poetry written by the late Jean Sands on Saturday, Nov. 4 at 1:15 p.m. at the Harwinton Public Library. Poems from her posthumous poetry collection, Close But Not Touching, will be featured. For more information, or to register, please call the library at 860-485-9113. Program is free and open to all.

SUNDAY, NOV. 5

SPEAKEASY MOVES: SpeakEasy, Torrington’s monthly spoken word/poetry series, has a new “home” starting in November at The Noelke Gallery, downtown Torrington, and welcomes Dimitri Rimsky as the feature reader on November 5th. The evening also offers open mic slots for other voices to be heard. Hosted by writer Patricia Martin, the monthly series takes place the first Sunday of every month from 7pm – 8:30pm. For more information or to recommend a feature reader, contact Martin at pmartinwriter@gmail.com or call 860-482-2556.

POT LUCK SUPPER: The Litchfield Democratic Town Committee will be hosting it's annual Pre-Election Pot Luck Supper on Sunday, Nov. 5, 6-9 p.m. at the home of Democratic State Central Committeewoman Audrey Blondin, 49 Norfolk Road, Litchfield. All area Democrats are invited to attend and bring a dish to share. For further information contact Chairwoman Darlene Clouther at 860480-3426. CEMETERY SUNDAY: Cemetery Sunday will be held Nov. 5, 2 p.m. at St. Peter's mausoleum 236 East Pearl Road, Torrington. Ceremonies will include a Mass inside the mausoleum with the Rev. Robert Tucker, remarks from Boy Scout Troup 3 leader, Jeff Seiser, retirement of the large US flag being flown outside building, the presentation of new replacement flag, and playing of taps. Members of local Boy Scouts and Civitan Club of Torrington will participate. The community is encouraged to attend this event and drop off any torn, tattered, or damaged U.S. flags for proper disposal. For further information call Lisa Richards at 860482-4670.

TURKEY SHOOTS: Torrington Fish & Game will hold turkey shoots every Sunday, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Oct. 15-Nov. 19 at 650 Weed Road, Torrington. Food and refreshments, turkeys and cash prizes. For information call 860-309-1826.

AUTHOR TALK: The Litchfield Historical Society invites you to a lecture Nov. 5 at 3 p.m. by author and historian Richard Brown. In his talk, Brown will discuss his book Self-Evident Truths: Contesting Equal Rights from the Revolution to the Civil War and will explore how the early Republic struggled with every form of social inequality. Free for members, $5 guests. Space is limited and registration is required. To register, call 860-567-4501.

MONDAY, NOV. 6

AUDUBON SOCIETY: The Litchfield Hills Audubon Society will hold its monthy meeting on Monday, Nov 6 at 7 p.m. at the Litchfield Community Center, Route 202 in Litchfield. Raptor expert Larry Fischer will give a talk on owls found in the state west of the Connecticut River, primarily those that breed in our own backyards, their habitat requirements and nesting sites. All are welcome and the program is free of charge. TUESDAY, NOV. 7

ELECTION DAY: Municipal elections will be held in Connecticut today. Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. For details contact your Registrar of Voters.

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 8

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, NOV. 9

DUPLICATE BRIDGE: Duplicate Bridge at the Sullivan Senior Center, East Albert Street, Torrington, Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. to 12 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. Games are now free of charge.

FRIDAY, NOV. 10

SATURDAY, NOV. 11

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, NOV. 12

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.

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 15 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.

THURSDAY, NOV. 16

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. DUPLICATE BRIDGE: Duplicate Bridge at the Sullivan Senior Center, East Albert Street, Torrington, Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. to 12 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. Games are now free of charge.

FRIDAY, NOV. 17

AFTERSCHOOL FUN: After School Fun at the Morris Public Library, with stories and crafts for grades K-2,will be held Oct. 13, Nov. 17 and Dec. 8, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Space is limited. For details and registration call 860-567-7440.

SATURDAY, NOV. 18

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.

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 22

THURSDAY, NOV. 23

SATURDAY, NOV. 25

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.

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 29

THURSDAY, NOV. 30

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