CALENDAR

Monday, June 4

WOMAN’S CLUB BANQUET: The Torrington Woman’s Club will celebrate the culmination of its 95th year with the annual Spring Banquet on Monday, June 4, at Fairview Farm Golf Course. Officers for 2018-2019 will be installed at that time. Entertainment will be provided by the husband wife team, “The Willie and Jan Band.” Social hour starts at 11:30 a.m. with dinner served at 12 p.m. Tickets are $30 per person; reservation deadline is May 30. Call Marie at 860-489-6189 for reservations and entrée choices.

BOATING SAFETY: CT DEEP’s Boating Safety Course will be held June 4, 6 11, 6-9 p.m. at the Morris Senior Center. The cost is $25 per person. Receive a certificate for a combination safe boating /personal watercraft license. For ag 12 and older. Contact Morris Beach and Recreation at 860-567-7437 to register.

AUDUBON MEETING, DINNER: The Litchfield Hills Audubon Society’s annual meeting and dinner is scheduled for Monday, June 4 at Chatterly’s Banquet Facility, 371 Pinewoods Road, Torrington, with a social hour at 6 p.m., dinner at 6:30 p.m., and the annual meeting at 7:15 p.m., followed by a program at 7:30. “Audubon in Action” will be presented by National Audubon Society president David Yarnold. For information, call Shirley Gay at 860-482-0819.

BOATING SAFETY: CT DEEP’s Boating Safety Course will be held June 4, 6 11, 6-9 p.m. at the Morris Senior Center. The cost is $25 per person. Receive a certificate for a combination safe boating /personal watercraft license. For ag 12 and older. Contact Morris Beach and Recreation at 860-567-7437 to register.

BARANSKI INTERVIEW: Actress Christine Baranski will join Diane Meier in an afternoon conversation about Baranski’s life, times and remarkable career on Sunday, June 4 at 4 p.m. at the home of Meier in Kent. Tickets for this intimate gathering, with a reception, are $125 and benefit the Northwest Connecticut Arts Council. There is limited seating. For information and tickets call 860-6180075 or email info@artsnwct.org or go directly to https://delaney6-3.eventbrite.com

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.

AUDUBON MEETING, DINNER: The Litchfield Hills Audubon Society’s annual meeting and dinner is scheduled for Monday, June 4 at Chatterly’s Banquet Facility, 371 Pinewoods Road, Torrington, with a social hour at 6 p.m., dinner at 6:30 p.m., and the annual meeting at 7:15 p.m., followed by a program at 7:30. “Audubon in Action” will be presented by National Audubon Society president David Yarnold. Reservations are due by May 29. Tickets are $26 per person. Mail checks to LHAS-AGM, P.O. Box 861, Litchfield, CT 06759. For information, call Shirley Gay at 860-452-0819.

Tuesday, June 5

HISTORY CLUB: The Gunn Historical Museum’s Washington History Club at Night will meet in the Wykeham Room of the Gunn Library on Tuesday, June 5, 6:30 p.m. The topic is the Washington Volunteer Fire Department, which was founded in 1926 and has been protecting the community for over 90 years, and their annual summer carnival which started in 1937 and provided entertainment to generations of Washington’s residents. Bring your favorite stories and memories to share. The program is free and all are welcome.

SUMMER STORY, MUSIC TIME: Summer Series Story and Music Time at the Morris Public Library will be held for ages 0-4, Tuesdays at 10 a.m. from June through August. Play games, sing songs, read a story, do a craft. Registration is requested; call 860-567-7440.

DEEP COURSE: Starting on Tuesday, June 5, from 6-9 p.m. Northwestern Connecticut Community College is offering the three-session CT DEEP certificate course on Safe Boating & Personal Watercraft. The class continues on Thursday, June 7, and Tuesday, June 12. Successful completion of this course fulfills the requirements for the certification that enables individuals to operate jet skis and personal watercraft under 65 feet in length. There are requirements for taking this course. Call Jane Williams, Project Coordinator, at 860-738-6444 for details, or email jwilliams@nwcc.edu.

Wednesday, June 6

DAR CHAPTER MEETING: The BrooksGreen Woods Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution will hold their monthly meeting at the Barkhamsted Community Room (Barkhamsted Town Garage) 33 New Hartford Rd, Route 44, Barkhamsted, CT on Wednesday, June 6. The meeting will be the annual meeting and potluck dinner, and special guest will be Christy Hendrie, State Vice Regent. Members are asked to bring Box Tops for Education. Any woman interested in obtaining information about membership may contact Karen Brett, Regent at 860-379-8741.

HOME-STYLE MEAL: Enjoy a relaxing home-style meal and social time at The Litchfield Community Center on Wednesday June 6, 5:30-7 p.m. Dinner is ffree and hosted by Food Rescue US NW CT & Litchfield Community Center. Pre-registration is required by calling The Litchfield Community Center at 860-5678302 or visit www.thecommunitycenter.org

SAFE DRIVER COURSE: AARP’s Safe Driver Course will be held at The Litchfield Community Center on Wednesday June 6, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The cost: $15 (AARP members)/$20 (non-members). Preregistration is required by calling The Litchfield Community Center at 860567-8302 or visit www.thecommunitycenter.org

ARTS AND CRAFTS ARCHITECTURE: Christopher Jend will present “Architect E.G.W. Dietrich: Bringing the Arts and Crafts Style” to the Torrington Historical Society’s carriage house on Wednesday, June 6, 6:30 p.m. in the carriage house at 192 Main St. For information, go to www.torringtonhistoricalsociety.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. 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.

Thursday, June 7

HISTORY BITES: Litchfield Historical Society’s “History Bites” Lecture Series continues at The Litchfield Community Center on Thursday, June7 with “Topsmead Treasures,” 12-1 p.m. Bring lunch. Beverages and dessert are provided. Reservations are requested; call 860567-5694. For more information on Topsmead, go to dep.state.ct.uc/rec/parks/ctforests.htm.

PERKY PAIRINGS: Kim Larkin of Klassic Kreations will lead a Perky Pairings class at the Beardsley Memorial Library, Munro Place, Winsted, June 7 at 6:30 p.m Sample various coffees and chocolates and decide what your sweet pairings may be, hear interesting history, benefits, how and where coffee came from, a trivia quiz and samples. Registration required; email director@beardsleylibrary.org or go to www.beardsleylibrary.org

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.

Friday, June 8

YOGA IN THE GARDEN: Yoga in the Garden at White Memorial Conservation Center, 8-9 a.m., followed by guided meditation. 10 classes through the summer. Bring a mat and water (and sunscreen/bug repellent if desired). Full series $90 or $10 per class. No class July 4. For information, call 860-309-9489.

PAINTING CLUB: Shades of Northwest Hills Decorative Painting Club will meet on Friday, June 8, 6:30 p.m. at the South End Firehouse on Antolini Road, New Hartford. May Phillips, well know watercolorist, will present a multimedia technique using rice paper, watercolors, acrylics and wax. A photo of the project and additional information can be found at https://www.facebook.com/pages/ Shades-of-NorthwestHills/328349210522724 . Interested painters can contact Mary at 860-4827416

JOY PRACTICES: Friday, June 8, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. - Joy Practices in the St Michael's Community House, 23 South St, Litchfield, will be led by Barbara Putnam on June 8, 5:30 p.m. There will be refreshments and time for conversation after the class. To register email bdputnam@alum.mit.edu or call 860- 567-4465.

ONE-ROOM SCHOOLHOUSES: Mike Day will discuss One Room Schoolhouses of Barkhamsted at the Barkhamsted Senior Center, 109 West River Road, Barkhamsted, June 8, 7 p.m. The talk will be illustrated by dozens of images of Barkhamsted schools many dating back to the early years of the 20th century. Come find out which school served your neighborhood and how education in Barkhamsted has changed over the years. Admission is free, refreshments will be served. For information, call Noreen Watson 860 738 1152

TAG SALE FOR CHRISTMAS FOR CHILDREN: A tag sale to support the Torrington Fire Department’s Christmas for Children toy drive will be held Friday and Saturday, June 8-9, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Stables Tavern, 179 Washington Ave, Torrington. Rain dates are June 15-16. Donations are being accepted anytime and should be used, not abused, items. Refreshments and food will be available.

Saturday, June 9

PREVENTING ALZHEIMER’S: Dr. Arthur Klein of Family First Chiropractic and Wellness Center discusses ways to prevent Alzheimer's Disease through lifestyle choices and holistic methods at the Burnham Library, Bridgewater, June 9 at 7 p.m. All programs are free and open to all. For more information, call 860354-6937 or visit www.burnhamlibrary.org

MUSIC FESTIVAL: Region 10’s annual Johnnycake Mountain Music Festival will be held Saturday, June 9, at Johnnycake Mountain Farm, Burlington, with local bands starting at 3 p.m. Hosted by the Burlington Lions Club to benefit the Region 10 enrichment fund, the event will have open chess games, a bounce house and games with food available for purchase or bring a picnic. Admission is $5 per person. Featured performers are Gwen Nevin and the Strays at 5 p.m., and Cajun Ray and the Steamers at 6 p.m. Final schedule at www.makeamarkfoundation.org or on Facebook. For information, contact Colleen Ververis at 860-916-7732 or cververis@hotmail.com, or Stephanie Cowger at 860-404-0085 or cowgers@Region10ct.org; or Kelly Fecteau at 860-729-4823 or kelly@nepm.com.