CALENDAR

Tuesday, June 12

BACKYARD BUTTERFLIES: Butterflies in my Backyard With Lepidopterist Victor DeMasi, a slide presentation and talk, will be held June 12, 2-3 p.m. at the Oliver Wolcott Library, 160 South St., Litchfield. Space is limited. Registration is required and can be done by calling 860-5678030 or visiting owlibrary.org and clicking on Events/Adult Events.

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.

Wednesday, June 13

COOKBOOK CLUB: The Oliver Wolcott Library’s Cookbook Club is Cooking from Asia, June 13, 6:30-7:30 p.m. 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.

HAND DRUMMING: Register now for NCCC's course on Hand Drumming with instructor Erin Kennedy, beginning Wednesday, June 13, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. and continuing the following two Wednesdays, June 20 and June 27. Open to anyone age 12-120 (children 11 and under with parent), classes are $15 each, $40 for all three. Drums will be provided, or bring your own. Contact Jane Williams, above, for more information.

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 14

BOOK DISCUSSION: Afternoon Book Discussion group meets at the Harwinton Public Library on June 14, 1:30 p.m. This month's book is “The Joy Luck Club” by Amy Tan.

NATURE’S NURSERY: Nature’s Nursery Series at White Memorial, Litchfield, will be held Thursdays, June 14, July 5, and Aug. 16, 4-5 p.m. in the A.B. Ceder Room. Advanced registration is required. Space is limited and fills up quickly; call 860567-0857 or visit www.whitememorialcc.org . Members: $8/child per session, Non-Members: $12/child per session

AUTHOR CAROL ASCHER: The David M. Hunt Library in Falls Village will host author Carol Ascher on Thursday June 14 at 6 P.M. for a reading and discussion of her local history book, “A Chance for Land and Fresh Air,” documenting the life and culture of Russian Jewish immigrants in the communities of Sharon and Amenia. This event is free and open to the public. Books will be available for purchase and signing by the author. For more information call the library at 860-824-7424 or visit www.huntlibrary.org. David M. Hunt Library, 63 Main Street, Falls Village.

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 15

CHIP SEALING STARTING: Starting on Friday, June 15, The City of Torrington will begin performing chip seal on the following streets: Burr Mountain Road, Denison Drive, Ella Grasso Avenue, Greenwoods Road; Industrial Lane, Mountain Road, Old Burrville Road, Spencer Road, Torringford West Street (from West Pearl Rd going North). This project should be completed in approximately 2 weeks with minimal disruption to daily activities. Do not park any vehicles on these streets between the hours of 7 a.m.-5 p.m. while work is being done. Vehicles in the way and requiring removal will be towed at the owner’s expense.

EXPLORERS CAR SHOW: The annual vintage and collector Car Show sponsored by the Torrington Police Explorers, will be held on Friday, June 15, 5-9 p.m .on Main Street in Torrington. The rain date is June 22.

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.

SENIOR SPRING SOCIAL: Seniors citizens across the six towns of Region One are invited to the annual spring social Friday, June 15, 12 p.m. at The Grove, Lakeville, hosted by the recreation departments of Cornwall, Kent, Salisbury and Sharon. The social includes buffet luncheon, prepared by Mizza’s Restaurant, door prizes and bingo. Seating is limited, and reservations are required by calling Mike Beck at 860-435-5191 or email mbeck@salisburyct.us. Questions can be directed to your local recreation director or Lesly Ferris, 860-927-1003.

WHITE HART SERIES: The White Hart Speaker Series: Simon Winchester “The Perfectionists: How Precision Engineers Created the Modern World” will be held at June 14 at 6 p.m. Details at scoville.org.

ICE CREAM SOCIAL: New Morning Market will hold its annual Ice Cream Social to benefit Safe Haven Shelter on Friday, June 15, 4-7 p.m. Treat your kids and yourself to an ice cream sundae (vegan and dairy-free options too) loaded with toppings while giving back to the community. The cookout for a cause includes Pineland Farm burgers and hot dogs as well as vegetarian options hot off the grill along with organic Cadia baked beans and a signature side made fresh by New Morning’s Provender.

GOSHEN PLAYERS: Goshen Players, Inc. will stage “Jake’s Women,” a play by Neil Simon, June 15-16, June 22-23 at 8 pm. and June 17 and 24 at 3 p.m. in Old Goshen Town Hall, 2 North St., at the Rotary junction of Routes 4 and 63, Goshen. Tickets for cabaret seating are reserved at $22. Buy at www.goshenplayers.org or by calling 860-491-9988 and leaving a message for a call back.

STAR PARTY: The Litchfield Hills Amateur Astronomy Club continues its 2018 star party series on Friday, June 15, 8 p.m. with a talk about Mars in the A. B. Ceder Room at White Memorial Conservation Center in Litchfield. There will be planet and star gazing at the observatory, weather permitting. Events are free and open to the public. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For more details, see the club calendar at lhastro.org.

Saturday, June 16

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.

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.

GOSHEN PLAYERS: Goshen Players, Inc. will stage “Jake’s Women,” a play by Neil Simon, June 15-16, June 22-23 at 8 pm. and June 17 and 24 at 3 p.m. in Old Goshen Town Hall, 2 North St., at the Rotary junction of Routes 4 and 63, Goshen. Tickets for cabaret seating are reserved at $22. Buy at www.goshenplayers.org or by calling 860-491-9988 and leaving a message for a call back.

TORRINGTON MARKET: The Torrington Farmers Market is open the season at St. Paul’s Church on Charles Street, Torrington, Tuesdays from 3-6 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. and will continue weekly through October. Local farmers will have fresh produce, baked goods, honey, maple syrup, soaps, crafts, and other seasonal items for sale.

SALISBURY MARKET: Salisbury Farmers Market, held on the library lawn, will be held June 9, 16, 23 and 30 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Shoppers will find freshmade donuts by Great Cape Bakery, with organic coffee from Coffee-Tea-Etc from Goshen, plus rolls, breads and more. Meats and vegetables of all sorts from Lone Silo Farm, Q Farms, Falls Mountain Falls Farm, Sheffield MA, Crooked Oak Farm, in Lakeville. Children’s craft activities provided. For details, go to www.scoville.org.

Flanders Nature Center, Woodbury, will present a program on edible mushrooms and other plants led by The 3 Foragers, a family from southeastern Connecticut who have been foraging wild foods and fungi, and blogging about their adventures. The event will be held June 16, 10 a.m. at the Flanders Sugar House. Cost is $10 members, $15 guests. Sign up at www.flandersnaturecenter.org or call 203-263-3711, ext. 10, for more information.

WATERCOLOR JOURNALING: Watercolor Journaling with Betsy Rogers-Knox will be held at White Memorial Conservation Center, Litchfield, June 16, 1:30-4 p.m. Meet in the A. B. Ceder Room, Members: $35, $60 guests. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. Call 860-5670857 or register online: www.whitememorialcc.org

FRIDAY FEAST AND DANCING: Friday Feast and Dancing Feet will be held Friday June 15, 2018 this month with music by: “Ralph Sacco”. Music made possible by the NW CT Community Foundation Litchfield Community Center Music Fund. The luncheon runs from 12-2 p.m. and costs $7.00. Pre-registration is required by calling The Litchfield Community Center at 860-567-8302 or visit www.thecommunitycenter.org

BENEFIT DINNER: A Pasta Dinner to benefit Lucy Tiley and family will be held Saturday from 4 to 7 p.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. Lucy, a child who lives in Torrington, is in need of a heart transplant.

PSYCHIC EVENING: Psychic Evening to benefit the Friendly Hands Food Bank – "An Evening with Psychic Medium Rebecca Anne LoCicero” will be held Saturday from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall at 152 Litchfield Street in Torrington. The evening will feature hors d’oeveres, a cash bar, Italian cookies and baked goodies for purchase. Doors open at 5 p.m. Tickets are available at $25 by contacting Friendly Hands at 860-482-3338 or by visiting the food bank at 50 King Street.

ICELANDIC NATIONAL DAY: Spend some quality time celebrating our closest European neighbor with frequent flyer Gerri Griswold (48 trips and counting) at White Memorail Conservation Center, Litchfield. Take a photographic journey to the Land of Fire and Ice accompanied by an authentic Icelandic dinner of Plokk Fiskur (fish and potato hash) and glorious Icelandic Birthday cake (Vinarterta). Even the coffee will be Icelandic. BYOB and your own place setting. The Saturday event begins at 7 p.m. in the A. B. Ceder Room, Members: $25 Non-members: $50. Preregistration and pre-payment are required. To register, call 860567-0857 or register online: www.whitememorialcc.org .

DOG LISTENING: Phil Klein, Certified Dog Listener, will lead a program at the Beardsley Library on Saturday, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to understand your “Best Friend.” This program will help gain a better understanding of your dog and its challenging behaviors. Bring questions, but not your dog, for an informative and fun session about your fourlegged pal. Call 860-379-6043 to register.

STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL: The Eagle Rock Congregational Church announces its Annual Strawberry Festival Saturday, 4:30 pm to 6:30 p.m. in the Church Hall. 110 Reynolds Bridge Road Thomaston. Fresh strawberries served shortcake style on Amy’s biscuits with real whipped cream and a beverage, large, $7, small, $6. Takeout available. Call Donna at 860-484-9569 for details.

USO DANCE: A WW2 era Swing Dance and USO style Canteen will be held Saturday at the Elks Lodge in Winsted. The dance will feature music from the 18 piece swingin' Al Fenton Big Band and will also have entertainment by Bob Hope and Dawn O'Day on their USO tour. Free swing dance lesson at 7 p.m., dancing from 8-11 p.m. For information call 201-3885912 or email debkessler1944@gmail.com WW II LIVING HISTORY: Winsted Civil War Soldiers’ Monument WWII “Living History” Celebrating the Monument’s Role as an Air Observer Corps Observation Post, Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the monument on Crown Street, Winsted. The public can see aUS Observation Corp Display including a WW2 era John Deere tractor, military vehicles, reenactor displays, Victory Gardens, rationing and war bonds, USO on the Home Front, demonstrations and and other activities Two veterans of the Air Observer Corps will join us for the day – Sylvia Bovi and Beverly Navin, both of Torrington, who were observers in Winsted during the Cold War. Highlighting the celebration will be the unveiling and presentation of a recreated “Defense Area – Observation Post – U.S. Army” sign that marked the Monument grounds as an official U.S. spotter post during the WWII years, at about 1 p.m. Learn more at http://www.soldiersmonumentwinsted.org/

WOMEN’S HEALTH: The Kent Memorial Library; Prism Health Advocates; and Dr. Joseph Baxer, President of the United Nations Association of Connecticut are proud to present “Creating Communities Free of Domestic Violence: A Key to Women’s Health and Equality” with Dr. D. Elizabeth “Betsey” Mauro, Executive Director of Women’s Support Services in Sharon, Saturday at 2:30 p.m. at the library. Free, registration required. Call 860-927-3761; email kmlinfo@biblio.org; stop by or go to kentmemoriallibrary.org. MONTHLY BOOK SALE:Harwinton Library Friends Monthly Book Sale will be held SAturday, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Shop the basement for gently used books. All proceeds benefit the Harwinton Public Library.

Sunday, June 17

MAKE A BACK SCRATCHER:

Children who visit the Eric Sloane Museum on Route in Kent will have the opportunity to craft a Back Scratcher with Joseph Jude Brien, local artisan and proprietor of Lost Art Workshops (lostartworkshops.com), Sunday from 1-3 p.m. This activity is free. For information, all 860-927-3849

FIREHOUSE BREAKFAST:

Northfield Fire Company will be having a breakfast Sunday, 7:30-11 a.m. Firefighters serve pancakes, French toast, eggs, sausage, bacon and home fries all made to order. Hungry man (all you can eat) costs $7, regular $6 and children are $4. The firehouse is located at 12 Knife Shop Road, Northfield. Any questions, call 860-283-9303.

STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL: Take Dad out for dessert on Father's Day, June 17, when Winchester Grange presents its annual Strawberry Festival at the Grange Hall on the Green in Winchester Center (100 Newfield Road), 2:30 p.m. until sellout. The festival features strawberry shortcake, made with fresh strawberries, homemade biscuits, and freshly whipped cream, $6 adults, $4 for children. Take-outs and items baked by the members of Winchester Grange will also be available. The Winsted Laurel Queen or King will also be on hand, making their first official appearance after being crowned. For more information, contact Winchester Grange Program Coordinator Ramona Fassio at 860482-2733 or via e-mail at info@winchestergrange.org, or visit our website at http://www.WinchesterGrange.org.

FATHER’S DAY BLESSING:At the Shrine of Lourdes in Litchfield on Father's Day, a blessing will be given to all men present at the conclusion of the 11:30 a.m. Mass . The Shrine is located on 50 Montfort Rd., Rte. 118 in Litchfield. The Grotto Gift Shop has inspirational gifts for fathers, young & old, and is open after Mass until 4:30 pm. The Grotto Cafe has a varied luncheon menu and tasty desserts. The Cafe has patio outdoor dining as well. The full menu will be available after Mass until 2 p.m Come with family and friends and enjoy the beautiful grounds at this Cathedral Without Walls. For further information, call 860-567-1041 or email: lourdesshrinect@gmail.com.

GOSHEN PLAYERS: Goshen Players, Inc. will stage “Jake’s Women,” a play by Neil Simon, June 15-16, June 22-23 at 8 pm. and June 17 and 24 at 3 p.m. in Old Goshen Town Hall, 2 North St., at the Rotary junction of Routes 4 and 63, Goshen. Tickets for cabaret seating are reserved at $22. Buy at www.goshenplayers.org or by calling 860-491-9988 and leaving a message for a call back.

PANCAKE BREAKFAST: The Women’s Auxiliary of the Warren Volunteer Fire Company, Inc., will be holding a Pancake Breakfast at the Warren Community Center, Sackett Hill Road, from 7:30-11 a.m. on Sunday, June 17.. Proceeds from the breakfast will benefit the Auxiliary Scholarship Fund. All you can eat: O.J., pancakes – plan or blueberry, sausage, coffee or tea. Adults $5 and children $2. Children under 3 are free. For more information, call 860-8682187.

FATHER’S DAY BREAKFAST: The Harwinton Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary will hold its 27th annual Father’s Day Pancake Breakfast on Sunday from 8-11:30 a.m. at the firehouse, 158 Burlington Rd. in Harwinton. Proceeds benefit the department’s equipment fund. Firefighters will be on hand to help kids explore the fire trucks and equipment. The allyou-can-eat breakfast includes blueberry, chocolate chip, apple brown sugar and plain pancakes, French toast, sausage, fresh fruit cup, donut holes, coffee, tea, orange juice and chocolate milk. Tickets are $8 for adults and $4 for children 12 and under, and are available at the door or by calling Cindy at 860-485-1398.