CALENDAR

Wednesday, Aug. 1

PROGRAM FUNDRAISER: The Litchfield Hills Meals on Wheels Program and the Ninety Nine Restaurants present “Dining for a Cause” Thursday, 5-9 p.m. Dine inn or take out at the restaurant, and 15 percent of your guest check will be donated to the program. Vouchers are available on the Sullivan Senior Center Facebook Page or by request at the door. Litchfield Hills Meals on Wheels has been serving nutritious meals to homebound seniors in your local communities for over 40 years. The program is sponsored by the City of Torrington and the Western CT Area Agency on Aging.

BUTTERFLY RELEASE: Butterfly Release Party at the Harwinton Public Library will be held Aug. 1, 7 p.m. For ages 3-12. Registration is required; call 860485-9113.

TALENT SHOW: A Talent Show will be held at the Shrine of Lourdes in Litchfield, 50 Montfort Rd., Rte. 118 Litchfield, CT 06759 on Sunday, Aug. 12, 2-4 p.m. If interested in participating, forms are available in the Grotto Café located on the Shrine grounds or e-mail: gbuchas@snet.net. Requests should be received by Aug. 5.

YOGA IN THE GARDEN: Yoga in the Garden at White Memorial Conservation Center, in the garden behind the museum, 8-9 a.m. Bring a mat and water, sunscreen and bug spray if desired. $10 per class. For information call 860-3099489.

SAFE DRIVER CLASS: The Litchfield Community Center will host an AARP Safe Driver’s Course, Aug. 1, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost is $15 for AARP members, $20 for non-members. Pre-registration is required by calling The Litchfield Community Center at 860-567-8302 or visit www.thecommunitycenter.org

LITCHFIELD SENIOR PICNIC: The annual Senior Picnic sponsored by Litchfield Parks and Recreation Department is set for noon on Thursday, August 2, 12 p.m. at the Litchfield Community Center, with food, fun, games and music provided by Entertainment by Kevin. Admission to the picnic/dance is $10 per person, which includes hotdogs, hamburgers, chicken, salads, watermelon, and soft drinks. To make reservations or pick up tickets call Litchfield Parks and Recreation at 860-567-7569. Desserts to share are welcome. Tickets are available at Murphy’s Pharmacy, Litchfield Parks and Recreation Office, and the Litchfield Town Hall. Provide transportation to a senior who would not normally be able to attend and get free admission to the picnic.

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.

YALE AT THE BEEKLEY: The Viano String Quartet, Chamber Music Fellows at this summer’s Norfolk Music Festival, will present a free evening of classical music at the Beekley Library, Aug. 1, 6:30 p.m. Praised for their “huge range of dynamics, massive sound, and spontaneity” by American Record Guide, they were a top prizewinner at the 9th Osaka International Chamber Music Competition & Festival, held in the summer of 2017, and more recently at the Wigmore Hall International String Quartet Competition and the Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition. For reservations or more information stop by or call us at 860-379-7235.

Thursday, Aug. 2

MINDFUL MEDITATION: Mindful Meditation at the Harwinton Public Library will be held Aug. 2, 4:30 p.m. This event is open to all ages and no registration is required. For information, call 860-4859113.

CAMP MOE CARNIVAL: Camp MOE invites the community for an evening of fun for all ages, Aug. 2, 4:30-7 p.m. at 1145 Brandy Hill Road, Torrington with carnival games run by the camp counselors, a bounce house, an inflatable obstacle course, and a dunk tank. Hot dogs, chips, soda, water, popcorn, cotton candy, and ice cream will be available for a small charge. Admission is one non-perishable food item to be donated to a local food bank. For information call Camp MOE at 860-618-2800.

AUTHOR TALK: Gunn Memorial Library will host New York Times best-selling author Simon Winchester, a former Gunn Library Luminary, for a talk and signing of his new book,” The Perfectionists: How Precision Engineers Created the Modern World,” Aug. 2, 6 p.m. Registration is required; email gunnprograms@biblio.org or call 860-868-7586

SUMMER SOCIAL: A Summer Social at the Torrington Library will be held Aug. 2, 6:30 p.m. with music, ice cream, games and other activities. Bring your own blanket and chair. Event will be outside on the front lawn. To register call 860489-6684 or visit www.torringtonlibary.org .

SIDEWALK FESTIVAL: Kent will hold its annual sidewalk festival, Aug. 2-5 with shopping, food, music and vintage cars.

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.

PROGRAM FUNDRAISER: The Litchfield Hills Meals on Wheels Program and the Ninety Nine Restaurants present “Dining for a Cause” Thursday, 5-9 p.m. Dine inn or take out at the restaurant, and 15 percent of your guest check will be donated to the program. Vouchers are available on the Sullivan Senior Center Facebook Page or by request at the door. Litchfield Hills Meals on Wheels has been serving nutritious meals to homebound seniors in your local communities for over 40 years. The program is sponsored by the City of Torrington and the Western CT Area Agency on Aging.

Friday, Aug. 3

SIDEWALK FESTIVAL: Kent will hold its annual sidewalk festival, Aug. 2-5 with shopping, food, music and vintage cars.

TALENT SHOW: A Talent Show will be held at the Shrine of Lourdes in Litchfield, 50 Montfort Rd., Rte. 118 Litchfield, CT 06759 on Sunday, Aug. 12, 2-4 p.m. If interested in participating, forms are available in the Grotto Café located on the Shrine grounds or email: gbuchas@snet.net. Requests should be received by Aug. 5.

WEEKEND IN NORFOLK: A Weekend in Norfolk, Aug. 3, 4, and 5, is a fun and activity-filled three days with live music, street concerts, art shows, a farmers market, walking tours and star gazing are just some of the activities. For kids there is water soccer, tours of Lost Ruby and other farms and ice cream socials, and adults can renew their wedding vows on the Village Green should the romantic spirit of Norfolk inspire them. For an up to date listing of events by special interest or by date and time, visit weekendinnorfolk.org.

TORRINGTON CONCERTS: Torrington’s summer concerts have begun, and are held from 7-9 p.m. at Coe Memorial Park, Tuesdays and Fridays. No concerts July 6 or Aug. 14. Aug. 3, Torrington Symphony Orchestra; Aug. 7, Nekita Waller, 2015 Northwest Idol Winner; Aug. 10, Coyote River Band; Aug. 17, Tim Urban, former American Idol Contestant; Aug. 24, 6-8 p.m., Mayor’s Polka Night, with live entertainment by Eddie Forman Band, popcorn, drinks, and music for all Polka lovers.

Saturday Aug. 4

HARWINTON GOP BARBECUE: The Harwinton Republican Town Committee is holding its 3rd annual event – Bullets, BBQ, and Rock-n-Roll taking place Saturday Aug. 4 at the Harwinton Rod & Gun Club, 123 Campville Hill Road, Harwinton, from 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Admission is $30 per person, $55 per couple, $20 for ages 13-17, and free for children. Range time fees are between $10 and $25. Tickets will not be sold at the door and should be purchased by July 27 through the Facebook event Bullets, BBQ, and Rock and Roll!, the event website https://bulletsandbbq.org, or by emailing HarwintonRTC@gmail.com.

GREEN CORN FESTIVAL: The Institute of American Indian Studies located on 38 Curtis Road in Washington, Connecticut is holding their 14th annual Green Corn Festival Saturday, Aug. 4 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. to observe this time treasured tradition. Admission is required. The Institute for American Indian Studies can be reached by calling 860-8680518.

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.

WEEKEND IN NORFOLK: A Weekend in Norfolk, Aug. 3, 4, and 5, is a fun and activity-filled three days with live music, street concerts, art shows, a farmers market, walking tours and star gazing are just some of the activities. For kids there is water soccer, tours of Lost Ruby and other farms and ice cream socials, and adults can renew their wedding vows on the Village Green should the romantic spirit of Norfolk inspire them. For an up to date listing of events by special interest or by date and time, visit weekendinnorfolk.org.

SIDEWALK FESTIVAL: Kent will hold its annual sidewalk festival, Aug. 2-5 with shopping, food, music and vintage cars.

TALENT SHOW: A Talent Show will be held at the Shrine of Lourdes in Litchfield, 50 Montfort Rd., Rte. 118 Litchfield, CT 06759 on Sunday, Aug. 12, 2-4 p.m. If interested in participating, forms are available in the Grotto Café located on the Shrine grounds or e-mail: gbuchas@snet.net. Requests should be received by Aug. 5.

BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL: Blueberry Festival 2018 at Church of Christ, 5 Old Middle St., Goshen, will be held Aug. 4, 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Pies are $15 each; blueberry pancake breakfasts are $7 per person. For more information or to order pies, email goshenchurch06756@sbcglobal.net or call the office at 860-4912793.

VETERAN OF THE MONTH: Thomaston’s “Mayor of Elm Street” World War II Army-Air Force Motor Sergeant Richard G. Sangster will be honored as American Legion Post 44’s Veteran of the Month, Aug 4 at 10 a.m. at the All Wars Memorial (Bantam Road/Route 202). Veterans and guests are welcome to a reception at the Bantam Borough Hall (890 Bantam Road/Route 202) for light refreshments. For information email post44.bantam@gmail.com

ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR: The 59th annual Sharon on the Green Arts and Crafts Fair will be held SAturday, Aug. 4 on the Sharon Town Green, Routes 4/41, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., rain or shine. This year’s fair features a blacksmith, a wide array of jewelry and specialty foods. Lunch services are available. Admission is free. Contact Sharon Parks and Recreation for further information. at 860-364-1400 or sharon.rec.ctr@snet.net

CONTRA DANCE: Contra dancing Saturday, Aug. 4 at Cornwall Town Hall, 26 Pine St. in Cornwall. Dancing starts at 7 p.m. with traditional music by Still, the Homegrown Band with calling by Bob Livingston. All dances taught, no partner necessary. Donation requested. For more information, call Jane at 860-672-6101 or go to Motherhouse.us.

NIGHT WALK: Join Marlow Shami for a night walk at the White Memorial Conservation Center, Aug 4 at 8 p.m. Learn to identify all of those insect, owl, and frog voices; watch for and even listen to bats (with an ultrasound detector of course). Meet in front of the A.B. Ceder Room. Space is limited to 20 quiet participants! Pre-registration is required. Call 860-5670857 or register online: www.whtememorialcc.org. The walk is free; donations welcome.

NORFOLK FARMERS MARKET: The Norfolk Farmers Market will be held on Saturdays through October, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at 19 Maple Avenue. On July 7 and continuing every other week through September, Tracy Hayhurst will be “cooking the market” to inspire your own farm to table meals, and will demonstrate how to create simple, healthy and delicious recipes using seasonal foods from local farms. Additional cooking demonstrations by visiting authors are scheduled throughout the season and will be announced on Facebook and www.norfolkfarmersmarket.org.

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.

WOOD TOOL BOX ACTIVITY: Residents are invited to the Eric Sloane Museum, Kent/Cornwall Road, Kent, on Saturday Aug. 4, 1-3 p.m. to build their own wooden tool box. Students learn to follow a plan, measure a board, lay out square lines, cut with a handsaw, drill holes, fasten with nails and screws - and more, all while hand crafting a useful wooden tool box to take home. Each box can be customized to fit specific tools, supplies, collectibles, etc. Best for ages 6 and up, $10 per person. For information, call 860-927-3849.

TACK SALE: H.O.R.S.E., Humane Organization Representing Suffering Equines, will hold a Tack Sale on Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 4-5, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., to benefit its newest rescue, Thunder Heart, a handsome 13-year-old warm-blood gelding that is recovering from being hit by lightening. Shoppers will find new and used saddles, bridles, blankets, saddle pads, chaps, boots and helmets, as well as hand-made jewelry made by Amy. For information or to make a donation, visit www.horseofct.org or call 860-868-1960.

OBSTACLE RACE: The Stronger Women, Stronger World 5K Obstacle Race takes place at Northwest Region 7, Winsted, Aug. 4. Entry fee proceeds will be donated to local charities that benefit women and young girls programs. For more information and to register, visit https:// www.raceentry.com/ races/stronger-women-stronger -world-5k-obstacle-challenge-/ 2018/register

TAG, BOOK SALE: The United Methodist Church of Litchfield will hold a "Books & Bargains" tag sale of gently used items and books on Saturday, AuG. 4, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at 69 West St., near the western end of the Litchfield town green. Stock up for summer reading or hunt for useful household gadgets and gear. For more information, go to litchfieldumc.org or call the church at 860567-5022.

HARWINTON GOP BARBECUE: The Harwinton Republican Town Committee’s Bullets, BBQ, and Rock-n-Roll will be held Saturday Aug. 4 at the Harwinton Rod & Gun Club, 123 Campville Hill Road, Harwinton, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. $30 per person, $55 per couple, $20 for ages 13-17, and free for children. Range time fees, $10 to $25. Tickets will not be sold at the door and should be purchased by July 27 through the Facebook event, https://bulletsandbbq.org, or by emailing HarwintonRTC@gmail.com.

SUMMER FETE FOR KIDSPLAY: KidsPlay Children's Museum will hold its annual summer fundraiser, The Summer Fete: Movers, Shakers and WonderMakers, Aug. 4, 6-9 p.m. at 61 Main St., Torrington. This adultsonly celebration features unique auction items, food and drink, with interactive displays highlighting innovation in our community. Tickets are on sale now for $75; to reserve, www.kidsplaymuseum.org or purchase in person at KidsPlay Children's Museum.

Sunday, Aug. 5

WEEKEND IN NORFOLK:A

Weekend in Norfolk, Aug. 3, 4, and 5, is a fun and activity-filled three days with live music, street concerts, art shows, a farmers market, walking tours and star gazing are just some of the activities. For kids there is water soccer, tours of Lost Ruby and other farms and ice cream socials, and adults can renew their wedding vows on the Village Green should the romantic spirit of Norfolk inspire them. For an up to date listing of events by special interest or by date and time, visit weekendinnorfolk.org.

SIDEWALK FESTIVAL: Kent will hold its annual sidewalk festival, Aug. 2-5 with shopping, food, music and vintage cars.

GARDEN TOUR, LECTURE:

George McCleary, the BellamyFerriday House & Garden Site Horticulturist for a conversation about herb gardening on Sunday, Aug. 5, 2-4 p.m. Cost is $12 per person; free for CTL Members. The event will be held rain or shine. Reservations recommended, register at bellamy.ferriday@ctlandmarks.org or 203266-7596. SUMMER SERVICES: The Church in the Wildwood Summer Vesper Services continue weekly at the church, Route 182, North Colebrook, at 7 p.m. Free will offerings are collected and the public is welcome to attend any or all of these special services. The church has a handicap ramp at the north entrance. The schedule: Aug. 5, to be announced; Aug. 12, Rev. Diane Monti-Catania, Salisbury Congregational Church; Aug. 19 Dr. Betsy Mauro, executive director, Women's Support Services; Aug. 26, Rev. Dr. Ran Niehoff, Pastor Emeritus, Sanibel Congregational UCC, and associate, Riverton Congregational UCC; Sept. 2, Ray Zetye, executive director, Camp Jewell YMCA; Sept. 30, 3 p.m., Rev. Douglas Aldrich. Second Congregational Church of Winsted.

TALENT SHOW: A Talent Show will be held at the Shrine of Lourdes in Litchfield, 50 Montfort Rd., Rte. 118 Litchfield, CT 06759 on Sunday, Aug. 12, 2-4 p.m. If interested in participating, forms are available in the Grotto Café located on the Shrine grounds or e-mail: gbuchas@snet.net. Requests should be received by Aug. 5.

ICE CREAM SOCIAL: Annual Ice Cream Social sponsored by the Harwinton Historical Society will be held on Sunday, Aug. 5, 2-5 p.m. at the one-room schoolhouse on Rt. 118. Free entertainment by Matica Circus Acts and ice cream by A&J's of Harwinton. Bring your own chairs. The barn museum and the school house will be open for visitors.

WINSTED FARMERS MARKET: Farmers Market continues its 2018 weekly market season on Sundays, 10- a.m.-1 p.m. at Rowley Field. Farms and vendors at this market include Barden Farm, Better Baking By Beth, Boy Scouts Troop 1027, Bristol's Farm, Husky Meadow Farm, March Farm, Nakoma Farm, Ridge Runner Soap Co., and guest vendor Gemini Moon Designs.

BUTTERFLY TALK: Peoples State Forest Nature Museum, Greenwoods Rd., Barkhamsted, will present "Monarch Butterflies" with Master Wildllife Conservationist Eric Rahn, Aug. 5, 1-2:30 p.m. Free. Questions, call/text 860 882-9632.

TACK SALE: H.O.R.S.E., Humane Organization Representing Suffering Equines, will hold a Tack Sale Sunday, Aug. 5, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., to benefit its newest rescue, Thunder Heart, a handsome 13-year-old warm-blood gelding that is recovering from being hit by lightening. Shoppers will find new and used saddles, bridles, blankets, saddle pads, chaps, boots and helmets, as well as hand-made jewelry made by Amy. For information or to make a donation, visit www.horseofct.org or call 860-868-1960.

MONARCH BUTTERFLIES:A

program on Monarch Butterflies with Master Wildlife Conservationist, Eric Rahn will be held Aug. 5, 1-2:30 p.m. Meet at Peoples State Forest Nature Museum, Greenwoods Road, Barkhamsted. peoplestateforestmuseum.org

Monday, Aug. 6

CANDLELIGHT PEACE VIGIL: Winsted Area Peace Action will conduct a candlelight vigil on Monday, August 6, 7:30-9 p.m. in East End Park, Main Street, Winsted, to commemorate the 73rd anniversary of the atomic bombings of the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, andto speak out against all violence, including gun violence, and in favor of all means of non-violent conflict resolution. At 8:30 participants will sing songs of peace joined by the young people from Camp Kinderland in Tolland,MA, a co-sponsor of the vigil for years. All are welcome. For further information, contact Barbara Braunstein 860 3094803 or Ann Evans 860 3797858.

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. THOMASTON CONCERTS: Fine Arts Connection of Thomaston will hold its summer concert on Mondays through Aug. 20, 7-8:30 p.m. at Seth Thomas Park on South Main St., Thomaston. Each concert is free, and all are welcome to attend; the Park is handicap accessible. In the event of rain, the concerts will be held in the Thomaston High School auditorium, Branch Road, Thomaston. Aug. 6, Goldrush; Aug. 13, Afro-Semitic Experience; Aug. 20, Clearview. For further information, visit the Fine Arts Connection website at: www.thomastonfinearts.com.