CALENDAR

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, 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 860-567-8302 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). Pre- registration is required by calling The Litchfield Community Center at 860-567-8302 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

INFORMATIONAL SESSION: The Winsted Community Bookstore is hosting a Board of Selectmen Informational Session for Volunteers, 12-1 p.m. Hear about the opportunities to volunteer on town boards and commissions and learn more about the role of each in the life of the town. Volunteer opportunities with nonprofit and community organizations will also be discussed. Attending this discussion does not obligate you to volunteer for anything.

HISTORY BITES: Litchfield Historical Society’s “History Bites” Lecture Series continues at The Litchfield Community Center on Thursday, June7 with “Topsmead Treaures,” 12-1 p.m. Bring lunch. Beverages and dessert are provided. Reservations are requested; call 860-5675694. 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 repellant if desired). Full series $90 or $10 perr class. No class July 4. For information, call 860-309-9489.

LAUREL FESTIVAL: 84th Annual Winsted Laurel Festival Ball, fun day and parade, concluding with the crowning of the 2018 Laurel Queen and King, begins with the Laurel Ball on Friday, June 8, 6-11 p.m. at East End Park. Ball tickets are $15 per person or $35 per couple. Reservations at https://www.facebook.com/ groups/76983484391/ or call Melissa Bird at 860-733-5696.

LAUREL PARADE: The Winsted Laurel Festival Parade begins Sunday at 1 p.m. Meadow Street and ends at East End Park where the 2018 Laurel King and Queen will be crowned. Participants in the parade include the Connecticut Hurricanes Drum and Bugle Corps as well as The Waterbury Pipes and Drums. All past royalty, dating back to 1934, have bee invited to be part of a Past Queens Float, as well as a future royalty float, local bands and civic groups. All are invited to the park for the crowning of this year’s King and Queen.

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-ofNorthwest-Hills/328349210522724 . Interested painters can contact Mary at 860-482-7416

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

TAG SALE FOR CHRISTMAS FOR CHILDREN: A tag sale to support the Torrington Fire Department’s Christmas for Children toy drive will be held Saturday, June 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. 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 860-354-6937 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 avaialble 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 860-7294823 or kelly@nepm.com.

TREE TOUR IN A VAN: “The Historic Trees of Litchfield” Van Tour will be held June 9, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., hosted by the White Memorial Conservation Center and the Litchfield Historical Society. Let the oldest and largest trees of Litchfield tell the tales of our town’s rich history. Board a 15-passenger van in the parking lot of White Memorial, 80 Whitehall Rd. Space is limited to 12 people and advanced registration is required. To register, visit www.whitememorialcc.org or call 860567-0857. White Memorial and/or Litchfield Historical Society Members: $10/ person, Non-members: $20/person

WALK TO LITTLE POND: Take an Early Morning Walk to Little Pond with Gerri Griswold, June 9, 6 a.m. Dress for the weather. Meet in front of A.B. Ceder Room. Free, donations will be accepted to help defray the Conservation Center’s programming expenses.

GEMS, JEWELRY, MINERAL SHOW: The 16th Annual Gem, Jewelry, and Mineral Show will be held on Saturday June 9, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. rain or shine on the museum grounds of the Connecticut Antique Machinery Association, one mile north of Kent, CT on Route 7 (31 Kent-Cornwall Road). There will be 25 + dealers of gems, beads, jewelry, minerals and fossils from Connecticut and around the world. Free admission, for information, call 860-9270050.

BROWSING, BIDDING AND BITES FUNDRAISER: Browsing, Bidding and Bites, an annual auction to suuport the Church of Christ Congregational, Norfolk, will be held at Battell chapel, June 9, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wine, beer and hors d’oeuvres, $25 per person. Bidding ends at 7 p.m. For more information call 860542-5721 or email cchurch01@snet.net.

NORFOLK MARKET: Norfolk Farmers Market is held on Saturdays at 10 a.m. on the town hall lawn, 19 Maple Avenue, Norfolk, through October. Joining farmers and artisans will be Leslie Watkins of Dandelion Cottage who will be in the “Ask the Gardener” booth to answer your horticultural questions. All special events and a complete list of vendors are listed on the market website www.norfolkfarmersmarket.org. and on Facebook and Instagram.

OPEN HOUSE DAY: In celebration of Connecticut Open House Day, an annual event scheduled the second Saturday of June, admission to the Institute of American Indian Studies, 38 Curtis Road, Washington, is free.

TRUCK SHOW, FLEA MARKET: The Connecticut Yankee Chapter of the Antique Truck Club of America, will hold its annual truck show and flea market/swap meet on Saturday, June 9 and Sunday, June 10, 8 a.m. at the Bethlehem Fairgrounds, 384 Main Street, North (Route 61) in Bethlehem. Admission $10 per unit for the 2 days; $30 fee to set up a flea market/swap meet space for the 2 days (insurance is not required). Rubber Duck Rodeo on Saturday, Slow Truck Race on Sunday, both at 1 p.m. Spectators $3, seniors $2, and children age 12 and under free. The ladies of the Connecticut Yankee Chapter will host the famous bake sale. First 150 registrants receive a dash plaque. For further information call Bill Mitchell at 203-739-0118. Note: the fairgrounds does not allow pets.