CALENDAR

Saturday, Dec. 23

COMMUNITY DINNER: A community dinner, hosted by local church members, will be held at the Knights of Columbus, 152 Litchfield St., Torrington, with ziti and meatballs, salad and dessert. The dinner runs from 4:30-6:30 p.m. and is free. All are welcome to share a meal together.

GIFT SHOP OPEN: The Grotto Gift Shop at the Shrine of Lourdes in Litchfield is open Monday through Saturday, 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, 11:30 a.m. (after Mass) to 4 p.m, until Dec. 23. The Shrine is located on 50 Montfort Rd., Rte. 118, Litchfield. For information go to www.shrinect.org

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.

HOLIDAY TOURS: Christmas display in the Hotchkiss-Fyler House Museum, Torrington. Guided tours through Dec. 30, Thursdays through Sundays, 12-4 p.m, last tour at 3:30 p.m. $10 adults, free to members, $5 for children. For more information, call 860- 482-8260 or visit www.torringtonhistoricalsociety.org.

HOLIDAY CRAFT SALE: A Holiday Local Craft Sale will be held at the Litchfield Community Center, Dec. 23, 12-5 p.m. with original pieces, prints and drawings by Dan Antonucci and handmade woodworking by Jim Moore, open bar and appetizers. Most prices under $100. Portion of proceeds benefit Litchfield Community Center.

Sunday, Dec. 24

HOLIDAY TOURS: Christmas display in the Hotchkiss-Fyler House Museum, Torrington. Guided tours through Dec. 30, Thursdays through Sundays, 12-4 p.m, last tour at 3:30 p.m. $10 adults, free to members, $5 for children. For more information, call 860- 482-8260 or visit www.torringtonhistoricalsociety.org.

CHRISTMAS WORSHIP SERVICES: Congregational Church of Burlington, 268 Spielman Highway, Burlington, will hold Christmas worship services on Sunday, Dec. 24, with a family service at 10 a.m and a traditional candlelight service at 11 p.m. Both services will include special musical performances all are welcome.

CHRISTMAS SERVICES: at Trinity Lutheran Church, 107 Kent Road, New Milford. Sunday, December 24: Advent IV Eucharist: 10:30 a.m. December 24: Christmas Eve Candlelight Service: 7:00 p.m. Monday, December 25: Christmas Day Eucharist: 10:00 a.m.

CHRISTMAS SERVICES: The First Congregational Church of Kent will have 2 Christmas Eve Services. The Christmas Story family service at 10 AM and A Candlelight Service of Lessons and Carols at 9 PM. All are invited.

CHRISTMAS SERVICES: Church of Christ, Congregational UCC, 6 Litchfield Rd, Norfolk. 860-542-5721. December 24, 10 AM, 4th Sunday of Advent, December 24, 5 PM, Lessons and Carols, December 24, 10 PM, Candlelight Service.

CHRISTMAS EVE: The First Congregational Church of Kent on Main Street will have 2 Christmas Eve Services; Family service with the Christmas Story, 10 a.m., and a Candlelight Service of Lessons and Carols at 9 p.m. All are invited.

Monday, Dec. 25

MERRY CHRISTMAS: Christmas Day is a holiday and all municipal and government buildings and facilities are closed.

ednesday, Dec. 27

MARVELOUS MOSAIC: Dec. 27- 29 10 4pm (lunch from noon-12:30) Ages 10-adult. Learn to design & create a beautiful piece of mosaic art using tile tesserae, glass, paint. Instruction using the use of tile and tools. You may bring a piece of wooden furniture or a wooden object with a flat surface to work on (should not exceed 12 X 18 inches) Bring a lunch (nut free) Visit our website for more workshops and classes villagecenterarts.org. Call to register 860-3544318. Village Center for the Arts, 12 Main St., New Milford.

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.

NEW YEAR’S FUNDRAISER: New Year’s Fundraiser at the Winsted Senior Center will be held Dec. 27, with a drawing after lunch. $1 per person; thanks Winsted merchants for their generous donations including: $25 Nolis Restaurant, $10 Rowley Grill & Tap, $10 Senior Center Gift Certificates and other treats. To sign up stop in or call 860-379-4252.

NEW YEAR’S LUNCHEON: New Year’s Luncheon with Elvis at the Winsted Senior Center will be held at 12 p.m. Dec. 27 with special lunch of roast beef, twice baked potatoes, peas, herb dinner roll and an éclair for dessert. After lunch, the WSC officers will be sworn-in. Then, join in the fun, because it's one for the money, two for the show, three to get ready, now go, cat, go...Elvis will be here to entertain us. Cost: $5 for members, $6 non-members. To sign up call 860-3794252.

Thursday, Dec. 28

HOLIDAY TOURS: Christmas display in the Hotchkiss-Fyler House Museum, Torrington. Guided tours through Dec. 30, Thursdays through Sundays, 12-4 p.m, last tour at 3:30 p.m. $10 adults, free to members, $5 for children. For more information, call 860- 482-8260 or visit www.torringtonhistoricalsociety.org.

MAGIC AND BALLOONS: Magic and Balloons with Ed Popielarczyk will be held at the Burlington Public Library on Dec. 28, 11 a.m. for all ages. The show is an interactive comedy show that uses a lot of audience participation. Everyone who comes on ‘stage’ to be a helper receives a souvenir. Registration required; go to www.burlingtonctlibrary.info.

OPEN MIC NIGHT: Open Mic Night will be held weekly on Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. at the at the Silo at Hunt Hill Farm, 44 Upland Road, New Milford, hosted by Don Lowe, with music, spoken word, comedy and more. For details call 860355-0300 or visit thesiloct.org

OVERNIGHT PARKING: Through March 31, all parking on city streets in Torrington is banned. Any vehicle parked for more than an hour during this time period will be fined $20 for each time they are in violation. During a storm, vehicles may be towed at owner expense if the owner is not available to move it. This ban is a safety measure for motorists and emergency vehicles, improving the efficiency of plowing and clearing over 40 square miles of city streets.

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.

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.

Friday, Dec. 29

HOLIDAY TOURS: Christmas display in the Hotchkiss-Fyler House Museum, Torrington. Guided tours through Dec. 30, Thursdays through Sundays, 12-4 p.m, last tour at 3:30 p.m. $10 adults, free to members, $5 for children. For more information, call 860- 482-8260 or visit www.torringtonhistoricalsociety.org. TAC TEEN PARTY: TAC 6th Annual Holiday Party at the Burlington Public Library will be held Dec. 29, 2-4:30 p.m. for grades 6 and up. Current, past, and new members welcome. Join in another year of holiday food, the Muppet Christmas Carol movie, silly gifts, and the Ghosts of Christmas TAC Past as our special guests. Includes a super- brief meeting. Registration required; go to www.burlingtonctlibrary.info.

Saturday, Dec. 30

PUBLIC FORUM: Residents are invited to join U.S. Rep. John B. Larson for a public forum on the GOP tax plan that passed in Congress this week. Larson has heard from many constituents who have expressed their concerns about this plan and how this overhaul will affect them and their families. The Congressman will talk about the potential impacts this will have here in Connecticut and take questions from audience members. The forum will be held Dec. 30, 10 a.m.-noon at the Barkhamsted Highway Garage’s Community Room, 33 New Hartford Road in Pleasant Valley.

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.

HOLIDAY TOURS: Christmas display in the Hotchkiss-Fyler House Museum, Torrington. Guided tours through Dec. 30, Thursdays through Sundays, noon-4 p.m, last tour at 3:30 p.m. $10 adults, free to members, $5 for children. For more information, call 860- 482-8260 or visit www.torringtonhistoricalsociety.org.

STOMPING IN THE SNOW: Stomping in the Snow at the Burlington Public Library, will be held Dec. 30, 11 a.m. All ages welcome - warm attire a must. Get outside and build a snow creature; if there’s no snow, create winter-themed art. Hot cocoa and snow stories will follow the outdoor fun as we welcome in the New Year, a little bit early. Registration required, go to www.burlingtonctlibrary.info.

FIFTH ANNUAL WINTER WALK: with Marlow Shami. We love traditions! Tag along with Marlow as she leads you to the observation platform overlooking Bantam Lake and the Ice House Ruins. Pass by pretty Butternut Brook and indulge yourself in the sights, scents, and sounds of winter. 10 A.M., Meet in front of the A.B. Ceder Room. FREE…Donations will be accepted to help defray the Conservation Center’s programming expenses.

Sunday, Dec. 31

KIDS PARTY: A New Year’s Party for Kids will be held Dec. 31, 11 a.m. at the Scoville Memorial Library, Salisbury. Count down to the New Year exactly 12 hours before 2018 begins. Food and drink, arts and crafts, bells and whistles. To register go to scovillelibrary.org.