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2018-03-27 -

Tuesday, March 27

CT YANKEE CHORALE: Calling all experienced singers of all voice parts to join them. Rehearsals for the spring concert will be held each Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Center Congregational Church on Main Street. The concert is scheduled for Sunday, May 20. Contact Mary Rolfe at 860-482-5743.

OPEN AUDITIONS: Goshen Players, Inc, will hold open auditions for its late spring comedy, “Jake’s Women” by Neil Simon, Sunday, March 25, and Tuesday, March 27, 7-9 p.m. at Goshen Old Town Hall, 2 North St., at the Rotary Junction of Rts 4 & 63, Goshen, CT 06756. Additional auditions/callbacks will be held if necessary, March 29, 7-9 p.m. Email Director Eric Wilczak at ezak415@gmail.com.

HARWINTON GOP CAUCUS: All enrolled Republicans are invited to a Republican Caucus March 27, 7 p.m. in the Hartland Room at Hartland Town Hall. Registered Republicans will discuss and vote on 3 delegates for the state convention in May, Multi-Town State Senate District 8 (May 14), Multi-Town House District 62 (May 16), and Judge of Probate District 23 (May 24), and nominating officers for the Republican Town Committee for the next two years.

PUBLIC TOWN HALL: Public Town Hall, hosted by state Rep. Bill Simanski and Sen. Kevin Witkos, will provide a legislative update and answer any questions or concerns that those attending may have about their state, March 27, 7 p.m. at the Licia & Mason Beekley Community Library, 10 Central Avenue, New Hartford. The public is encouraged to attend.

HATHA YOGA: Hatha Yoga Classes at Wisdom House, March 27, 5:30 p.m. Breathe, stretch and deeply relax with Barbara Putnam. All levels welcome. For more information or to register: bdputnam@alum.mit.edu or call 860-5674465 to register.

Wednesday, March 28

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.

BINGO: St. Maron’s Church, 613 Main St., Torrington, holds bingo games every Monday and Friday. Doors open at 4 p.m. Early bingo beings at 6 p.m., with progressive jackpots and food for sale.

STUDENT ART SHOW: The Torrington Library is partnering with local schools to host a student art show through March 28. The public may view student work from 4 to 8 p.m. every Wednesday and Thursday and from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and March 1 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. A closing reception will be held March 28 from 5 to 7 to congratulate the students. Light refreshments will be supplied by Torrington Downtown Partners..

GOSHEN PLAYERS: Tickets are now avaialable for the Goshen Players’ upcoming musical, “It Shoulda Been You,” opening April 13 for 8 shows over 3 weekends. Call 860-491-9988 or visit Goshenplayers.org

Thursday, March 29

SQUADRON MEETING: A meeting of the 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 information, call Cmdr. Tim Ceritello at 860-620-3670 or email timceritello@gmail.com.

CHESS CLUB: 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 noon. For 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.

BLOOD DRIVE: Charlotte Hungerford Hospital (CHH) is hosting a blood drive in partnership with the American Red Cross, March 29, 7:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at 540 Litchfield Street, Torrington, in the CHH Memorial Building, First Floor. To make an appointment, call 800-733-2767 or visit www.redcrossblood.org. Use sponsor code CHHCT.

BLACK BEARS: Nora Hulton, CT DEEP Master Wildlife Conservationist, and science and math teacher at Washington Montessori School, will present “Black Bears in Connecticut,” March 29, 6:30 p.m. at the Gunn Memorial Library in Washington.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

THE BEAR REALITY: The Bear Reality, presented by Master Wildlife Conservationist, will be held March 29, 6:30 p.m. at the Torrington Library. Learn about the expanding black bear population in Connecticut, and to be safe and protect your property while enjoying a peaceful co-existence. Register at torringtonlibrary.org.

VIETNAM REMEMBRANCE: The Torrington Veterans Support Committee and its member groups invite all to an observance of Vietnam Veterans Day on Thursday, March 29, 12:30 p.m. at Coe Memorial Park, rain or shine. If inclement, the ceremony will be held inside the Coe Memorial Park Civic Center. Anyone with an American flag that is torn, faded, or damaged may bring it to the ceremony, and it will be properly retired. For information, contact the Veteran’s Service Office at 860-489-2531 by Monday March 26, 2018.

Friday, March 30

EASTER EGG HUNT: Brookdale Litchfield Hills, 376 Goshen Road, Torrington, will hold an Easter Egg hunt and magic show with Tim James on Friday, March 30 at 10:30 a.m. For information, call 860-489-8022.

FASHION SHOW: Altrusa International of Litchfield County will hold its annual fashion show on Wednesday, April 25, 2018, at 6:30, at Chatterly’s Banquet Facility, 371 Pinewoods Rd., Torrington. Profits earned will go to support local organizations and for College Scholarships. Fashions will be provided by J Jill in Canton. Tickets are $30, including dinner, and must be purchased in advance. Call 860-798-6966 by April 17 to reserve a seat. There are many chances to win prizes including a $100 gift certificate from J Jill.

PANCAKE BREAKFAST: Roxbury Congregational Church will hold a Pancake Breakfast Saturday, March 31, 8-10 a.m. to help with costs for a service trip to the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Reservation in South Dakota. The cost for the breakfast is $5 per individual with a family maximum of $25. Gluten-free pancakes will be available. The church is located in Roxbury at 24 Church Street (Rt. 317). For information, the church at 860-355-1978.

EASTER EGG HUNT: Litchfield’s Community Field will again be the site of the annual Easter Egg Hunt set for Friday, March 30 at 10 a.m. Bring your own basket; the Easter Bunny will visit. For ages 9 and under. For more information, contact Litchfield Parks and Recreation at 860-567-7569.

Saturday, March 31

SPRING HUNT: The Glenholme School will host its annual Spring Hunt on Saturday, March 31 11 a.m. in the Garden Field of the school. Attending guests can participate in the egg and candy hunt, spend time with the Glenholme Hare, play games and have snacks. Each participating child is asked to bring a canned food item for donation to an area food bank. For information call 860868-7377.

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.

EGG HUNT: Sharon Day Care will hold its annual Easter Egg Hunt on March 31, 11 a.m. for children age 10 and under at the Sharon Center School basketball court, rain, snow or shine. The Easter Egg Hunt will start promptly at 11:15 a.m. Refreshments will be served. For more information call 860-364-2079 or visit www.sharondaycare.org

BABYSITTING COURSE: Red Cross Babysitting Course will be held Saturday, March 31; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. for ages 11-15, in the Community Room at the Morris Senior Center, 109-21 East St., Morris. Bring a bag lunch. Cost is $65 per person. Advance registration required, call 860-567-7437.

Sunday, April 1

EASTER SUNDAY: Area churches schedule sunrise and morning services for Easter; check individual schedules to confirm times and locations.

Monday, April 2

WOMAN’S CLUB: The Torrington Woman’s Club will meet April 2 at 1:30 p.m. at Center Congregational Church, 155 Main St., Torrington. Seasoned bird watcher Diane Twining will introduce the group to the enjoyment of bird watching. Refreshments follow the program. Non-members are welcome to come for the presentation by calling 860-618-3928 to reserve a seat.

MONDAY MOVIES: Gunn Memorial Library in Washington, will hold April Monday Matinees at 1 p.m. Registration is requested; email gunnprograms@biblio.org or call 860-868-7586. The schedule: LBJ, April 2; Darkets Hour, April 9, The Greatest Showman, April 16, Molly’s Game, April 23. All the Money in the World, April 30.

ARCHIVE READINGS: Readings from the Archves will be held at the Washington Senior Center, 6 Bryan Hall Plaza, Washington Depot, April 2 at 10 a.m. Hear “A Walk Through New Preston in the 1960s,” written by W. Douglas McHan, Jr. The program is free; call the Gunn Museum at 860-868-7756 or visit www.gunnmuseum.org for information.

BINGO: St. Maron’s Church, 613 Main St., Torrington, holds bingo games every Monday and Friday. Doors open at 4 p.m. Early bingo beings at 6 p.m., with progressive jackpots and food for sale.

Tuesday, April 3

Wednesday, April 4

SAFE DRIVING COURSE: AARP Safe Drivers Course will be held at The Litchfield Community Center on Wednesday April 4, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. $15 memers, $20 non-members. Pre-registration is required, call 860-567-8302 or visit www.thecommunitycenter.org.

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. Maron’s Church, 613 Main St., Torrington, holds bingo games every Monday and Friday. Doors open at 4 p.m. Early bingo beings at 6 p.m., with progressive jackpots and food for sale.

Thursday, April 5

AUTHOR TALK: Gunn Memorial Library in Washington, welcomes National Book Award finalist and New York Times best-selling author Amy Bloom for a talk and signing of her new, and first, historical novel, “White Houses,” April 5, 6 p.m. in the Wykeham Room. Registration is required; email gunnprograms@biblio.org or call 860-868-7586

POETRY NIGHT: To celebrate National Poetry Month, the Torrington Library is hosting a Book Spine Poetry Night on Thursday, April 5, 6-7 p.m. Have fun creating poetry from book titles and become a book spine poetry master. Snacks provided. Details and registration at torringtonlibrary.org.

GOSHEN GARDEN CLUB: The Goshen Garden Club will meet April 5 at Goshen Church of Christ Congregational, 5 Old Middle St. Goshen, with lunch at noon, business meeting at 1 p.m. and the program, Rain Gardening with Donna Katsuranis, to follow. $5 for guests. For more information call 860-618-0267 or go to goshengardenclub.org.

LARC JOB FAIR: LARC will hold a job fair April 5, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. and 3-6 p.m. at LARC, 314 Main Street, Torrington. As residential programs expand, all shifts need counselors and in-home support professionals. Come prepared for a pre-interview and bring a CT driver’s license, Social Security card, diploma or GED certificate and any training certifications, a resume and references. For more information, including job descriptions visit www.litchfieldarc.org.

FILM SCREENING: Northwestern Connecticut Community College’s Cultural Planning Committee and the Northwest Conservation District will host the screening of “A Plastic Ocean” Thursday, April 5, 6:30 pm, in Founders Hall Auditorium. The film is free and open to the public. For more information about this event contact Jim Patterson, co-chair of the Cultural Planning Committee at JPatterson@nwcc.edu.

Friday, April 6

BUNCO FOR SCHOLARSHIPS: Veneta Ladies Auxiliary Bunco for Scholarships fundraiser will be held April 6 at the Veneta Soceity, 108 Central Ave., Torrington. The event benefits local students and includes a penny auction, snacks and desserts and a cash bar. The event is full; for information, call 860-294-1423.

LARC WINE TASTING: The Arc of Litchfield County (LARC) Annual Spring Wine Tasting serves up a wonderful, convivial evening on Friday, April 6 from 6-9 p.m. at Chatterley’s Banquet Hall, 371 Pinewoods Rd, Torrington. Tiekcts are $25 in advance or $30 at the door. VIP tickets are $60 with premiere wines, scotch, bourbon and horsd’oeuvres upstairs in the VIP room. Tickets can also be purchased online at www.litchfieldarc.org. FLANDERS WILDFLOWERS: The Flanders Nature Center and Land Trust will host area naturalists Peter and Barbara Rzasa Friday, April 6, 7 p.m., for a PowerPoint presentation featuring photos taken by Barbara, an accomplished photographer highlighting the “Wildflowers of Flanders.”.Discover interesting facts about these native wildflowers as stories and flower folklore about them is shared. The cost is $5 for members or $10 for non-members. Those interested may register online at www.flandersnaturecenter.org or call 203-263-3711, ext. 10, for more information.

Saturday, April 7

VETERAN OF THE MONTH:American Legion Post 44 will honor USMC Sgt. Glenn Dennis as its Veteran of the Month on Saturday, April 7, 10 a.m. at the All-Wars Memorial, Route 202 in front of the Bantam Cemetery. In case of inclement weather, the ceremony will be held in the Bantam Borough Hall, 890 Bantam Road, Route 202. A reception follows the ceremony at the hall. For information email post44.bantam@gmail.com

MYSTERY ANIMAL: Mystery Animal Meet and Greet at White Memorial Conservation Center, Litchfield, April 7, 3:30 p.m. Meet one of the foundation’s resident educaton animals. Free to members, $6 adults, $3 children.

PENNY AUCTION: A penny auction will be held April 7, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Barkhamsted School, 65 Ripley Hill Road, Barkhamsted. Bidding starts at 2:30 p.m., with 50 tickets for $5. Bid on gift certificates, gift baskets, museum and aquarium passes, local ski passes, photo sessions and other items. Concessions available for sale. Donations being accepted; contact Stephanie Green ~ stephanie.green@snet.net ~860-3248695. The event is sponsored by the school’s PTO.

MEDICAL INFO ONLINE: Scoville Memorial Library, Salisbury, April 7 2:00 Medical Information on the Internet will be presented April 7, 2 p.m. at Scoville Memorial Library, Salisbury. Library Director, Claudia Cayne, will provide best approaches to finding reliable, credible information on medical conditions and doctors online. Details and registration at scoville.org.

EDUCATION IN CRISIS: Why is Education in the United States in Perpetual Crisis? A Look at Past, Present, and Future presented by Stephen Keith Sagarin, PhD, wiill be held April 7, 4 p.m. at Scoville Memorial Library, Salisbury. Details and registration at scoville.org.

CONTRA DANCE: Put some “spring” in your step at the Cornwall Contra Dance , 24 Pine St., Cornwall, April 7, 7 p.m. with music by Still, the Homegrown Band and calling by Rich Sbardella. All dances taught, no partner necessary. Donations accepted to pay the caller. For more information call Jane at 860-672-6101 or go to motherhouse.us.

SPRING CROP: The Drakeville Volunteer Fire Department’s Spring Crop will be held April 7, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. at First Congregational Church, located at 835 Riverside Ave., Torrington. Registration is $40 person,includes a space for crafting as well as meals and snacks throughout the day, with raffle prizes and onsite craft vendors. All proceeds will benefit the Department’s General Fund. Email drakevilleladiesaux@gmail.com or contact Nikki Maccalous at 860-307-9044 or Gabrielle Palladino at 860-8061504 to reserve a spot.

NORFOLK FARMERS MARKET: The Norfolk Farmers Market has announced its winter dates for 2018. All markets will be held inside the Norfolk Town Hall, 29 Maple Ave., Norfolk, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Remaining dates are April 7 and April 21. Vendors vary from market to market; visit the Facebook page and www.norfolkfarmersmarket.org to see who will selling that day. Bad weather cancellations will also be posted, along with a list vendors who accept pre-orders.

FAMILY FISHING CLASS: CT DEEP CARE Family Fresh Water Fishing Class will be held April 7, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at White Memorial Conservation Center, Litchfield. All activities are free of charge and all materials are provided. Instruction from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. and fishing at Point Folly from 12-3 p.m. Meet in the A.B. Ceder Room. Pre-registratoin required; call 860-567-0857.

EARLY DETECTION: Know the 10 Warning Signs: Early Detection Matters, with professionals from the Alzheimer’s Association, will be held April 6, 11 a.m. at Noble Horizons, Cobble Road, Salisbury. Reservations for this free program may be made at www.noblehorizons.org or at 860-4359851.

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.

MANUFACTURING EXHIBIT, TALK: The Cornwall Library is hosting programs to commemorate Connecticut’s manufacturing history. The exhibit, “Brazen Grit: Images of Brass Valley” with photographs by Emery (Ted) Roth, II and Lazlo Gyorsok, is on view through April . On Saturday, April 7 at 4 p.m., Ted Roth will give a talk and slideshow which elaborate on this legendary part of the state’s history and its culture. Senator Chris Murphy has been invited to this program. All programs will be held at the library at 30 Pine St.; call 860672-6874 for more information.

EDUCATION IN CRISIS TALK: Dr. Stephen Keith Sagarin, Associate Professor at the Sunbridge Institute in Chestnut Ridge, NY, and Executive Director & Faculty Chair at Berkshire Waldorf High School in Stockbridge, MA, will present “The Perpetual Crisis in U.S. Education,” Saturday, April 7 at the Scoville Memorial Library at 4 p.m. For more information, call 413-298-3800 or 860-4352838.

CHILI COOKOFF: The Roxbury Congregational Church, 24 Church St., will host its third annual Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, April 7, from 5-7:30 p.m. There will be a variety of different chilies for sampling, including vegetarian, all prepared by local restaurants and caterers as well as live entertainment by musician Don Lowe and raffles for gift certificates to local venues. After sampling, vote for your favorite chili, and have a bowl for dinner with salad, beverage, cornbread, and dessert. Gluten free cornbread and desert will be available, $15 adults, $12 seniors, $6 children under 10. For further information, call the church at 860-355-1978 or e-mail rossslmn@gmail.com.

Sunday, April 8

BOOK DISCUSSION: Toni Morrison Book Discussion with Melissa Mentzer will be held April 8, 1-2 p.m. at the Oliver Wolcott Library, 160 South St., Litchfield. Library events are free and open to the public. Space is limited. Registration is required and can be done by calling 860-567-8030 or visiting owlibrary.org and clicking on Events/Adult Events

FASHION SHOW: Altrusa International of Litchfield County will hold its annual fashion show on Wednesday, April 25, 2018, at 6:30, at Chatterly’s Banquet Facility, 371 Pinewoods Rd., Torrington. Profits earned will go to support local organizations and for College Scholarships. Fashions will be provided by J Jill in Canton. Tickets are $30, including dinner, and must be purchased in advance. Call 860798-6966 by April 17 to reserve a seat. There are many chances to win prizes including a $100 gift certificate from J Jill.

OPEN COURTHOUSE DAY: Open Courthouse Day, hosted by the Greater Litchfield Preservation Trust, will be held on Sunday,, April 8, 1-5 p.m. at the old county courthouse. Members of the trust will be there to welcome people, to guide them, and to answer questions. Also, visitors will be able to see conceptual plans for altering the interior and the rear of the building in order to repurpose the courthouse for the Litchfield town hall. Those plans can also be viewed on the Trust’s website: http://www.litchfieldpreservation-ct.org.

SPRING SPLASH: Take a refreshing swim in Lake Wononscopomuc (Lakeville Lake) on April 8 and raise funds for the Housatonic FFA Alumni John Rice Scholarship and The Jane Lloyd Fund. The Housatonic FFA John Rice Scholarship. More information is available at 860435-9866.

SING OUT! CONCERT: SingOut! CT, Connecticut’s Premier Glee Group for Young Voices, returns for a concert to welcome in the spring, on Sunday, April 8, 2 p.m. Part of the Gunn Memorial Library Musicians Series, the concert will be held in Wersebe Hall at the Parish House to accommodate the anticipated number attending. To register, email gunnprograms@biblio.org or call 860-868-7586

Monday, April 9

BINGO: St. Maron’s Church, 613 Main St., Torrington, holds bingo games every Monday and Friday. Doors open at 4 p.m. Early bingo beings at 6 p.m., with progressive jackpots and food for sale.

MONDAY MOVIES: Gunn Memorial Library in Washington, will hold April Monday Matinees at 1 p.m. Registration is requested; email gunnprograms@biblio.org or call 860-868-7586. The schedule: April 9, The Greatest Showman, April 16, Molly’s Game, April 23. All the Money in the World, April 30.

PAINTING DEMONSTRATION: The Watertown Art League will be hosting a demonstration of acrylic on aluminum by Professional Artist, Anda Styler, Monday April 9, 7 p.m. at the First Congregational Church Hall, 40 DeForest St. in Watertown. The presentation is free and open to the public. 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 203-574-2835 or visit www.walart.org/

Wednesday, April 11

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. Maron’s Church, 613 Main St., Torrington, holds bingo games every Monday and Friday. Doors open at 4 p.m. Early bingo beings at 6 p.m., with progressive jackpots and food for sale.

Thursday, April 12

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