CALENDAR

Saturday, June 23

GARDEN TOUR, FUNDRAISER: Flora to Feast, a tour of five distinctive NW Connecticut gardens followed by a silent auction of garden-related items and a barbeque dinner, will take place Saturday, June 23. The event is a fundraiser organized by the Norfolk Curling Club. Proceeds will benefit the club’s promotion of the sport of curling. Tickets, which are $30 for the tour, $30 for dinner, or $50 for both, may be purchased online at www.norfolkcurlingclub.org and at the Norfolk Farmers Market. Tickets will also be available at the club, 70 Golf Drive, on the day of the tour. The tour runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; dinner at the club is at 6 p.m.

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.

YOGA WITH GOATS: Jennifer Hotchkiss, an experienced yoga instructor, will lead a one hour gentle yoga class, suitable for all levels, June 23 at 10 a.m. with Nigerian dwarf goats at Flanders farm in Wodbury. Dress accordingly, wearing comfortable clothes and bringing along a yoga mat or towel. Cost is $20 for members and $25 for non-members for adults and $10 for ages 15 and under accompanied by an adult. In event of rain the class will be held inside the barn. Space is limited; register at www.flandersnaturecenter.org or call 203-263-3711, ext. 10, for more information.

OPEN YOUR EYES STUDIO TOUR: The Open Your Eyes Studio Tour, sponsored by the Northwest CT Arts Council, is calling for artists and artisans in Goshen, Cornwall, and Warren to participate in the 9th annual Open Your Eyes Studio Tour weekend, June 30 and July 1. Participating artists and artisans will open their studios and creative spaces to show their processes and work to the public. Past events have drawn visitors from 14 states with many visitors returning annually. To register or for more information call 860-618-0075 or go to alexis@artsnwct.org.

LITTLE GUILD FUNDRAISER: John Bartlett, Fashion Designer and Founder of the Tiny Tim Rescue Fund and By Request Home Concierge will host a special evening of cocktails, plant based hors d’oeuvres, and a collection of fine art and luxury items to be auctioned to benefit the Little Guild Animal Shelter in West Cornwall June 23, 5-7:30 p.m. at the Judy Black Memorial Park and Gardens, 1 Green Hill Road, Washington Depot Tickets: $75 per person.

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.

ARTIST RECEPTION: David M. Hunt Library in Falls Village will host a reception with refreshments for local painter Ken Musselman and his new exhibit, Stayin’ Alive, from June 23, 4-6 p.m. Exhibit runs through July 14. For more information about the artist or to inquire about sales, call 860-824-7424, drop by at 63 Main Street in Falls Village, or visit huntlibrary.org. Proceeds benefit the library.

SUMMER SOLSTICE PARTY: Washington Art Association & Gallery presents the 10th Anniversary Summer Solstice Celebration: Havana Under the Stars on June 23. Food from local restaurants , music, drink and decorations with a Caribbean theme will transform The Washington Art Association and Gallery into “Havana under the Stars.” Tickets $60 in advance, $75 at the door, may be purchased online washingtonartassociation.org, by calling 860-868-2878, or by email washingtonart@snet.net.

PAINTING WORKSHOP: An Alcohol Ink Painting Workshop will be held June 23, 10:30 a.m. at the Harwinton Public Library, open to ages 13018. Register by calling 860-485-9113.

YAC MEETING: Harwinton Public Library’s YAC (Youth Advisory Council) Meeting will be held June 23, 11:30 a.m. Ideas for Teen Programs at the Library will be discussed. Register by calling 860-485-9113.

EARLY BIRD WALK: Dawn Chorus with Fran Zygmont, June 23, 4 a.m. at White Memorial Conservation Center, Litchfield. Meet in front of the A. B. Ceder Room. Free for members, $5 guests. Have breakfast at Patty’s after your walk. Pre-register for this program by calling 860-567-0857 or pre-register online www.whitememorialcc.org

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.

CHICKEN BARBECUE: The annual Chicken BBQ dinner is being held at the Colebrook Senior and Community Center, June 23, 5-7 p.m. Cost is $14 adults, $7 for children. Reserve at 860-738-9521. Dine in or takeout meals include: half of a BBQ chicken, baked potato, homemade coleslaw, fresh baked roll and a watermelon slice. The Kenn Morr Band will be having a free concert outdoors during the BBQ. Bring a chair, get your dinner to go and eat while you enjoy the music.

STILL RIVER MUSIC FESTIVAL: Still River Music Festival will be held June 23 at the Riverton Fairgrounds. Gates open at 11 a.m. Vendors, with food and beverages available for purchase as well as live music all day. For tickets and information go to https://stillrivermusic festival.com.

SUMMER KICKOFF: The Litchfield Historical Society is celebrating the start of summer vacation with a week of free afternoon crafts and games for families at the Tapping Reeve Meadow. Starting on Tuesday, June 26 through Friday, June 29, 3-5 p.m. families are invited to stop in throughout the week for activities such as painting, planting, making sundials, playing colonial games, and more. No registration necessary. Donations appreciated. For information call 860-5674501 or email registration@litchfieldhistoricalsociety.org.

Sunday, June 24

FIREFLY SEARCH: The Litchfield Hills Audubon will have an evening at Boyd Woods, Route 254, Northfield, Sunday at 8 p.m. to look for firefiles and bats. For information, call Donna Rose Smith at 203-706-0474 if you plan to attend. OPEN YOUR EYES STUDIO TOUR: The Open Your Eyes Studio Tour, sponsored by the Northwest CT Arts Council, is calling for artists and artisans in Goshen, Cornwall, and Warren to participate in the 9th annual Open Your Eyes Studio Tour weekend, June 30 and July 1. Participating artists and artisans will open their studios and creative spaces to show their processes and work to the public. Past events have drawn visitors from 14 states with many visitors returning annually. To register or for more information call 860-618-0075 or go to alexis@artsnwct.org.

Monday, June 25

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. CHIP SEALING: The City of Torrington has begun 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.

BLOOD DRIVE: Charlotte Hungerford Hospital (CHH) is hosting a blood drive in partnership with the American Red Cross, Monday, June 25, 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 540 Litchfield Street, Torrington, in the CHH Memorial Building, First Floor. To make an appointment, call 1-800733-2767 or visit www.redcrossblood.org. Use sponsor code CHHCT.

Tuesday, June 26

CHIP SEALING: The City of Torrington has begun 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. 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. 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.