CALENDAR

Thursday, Sept. 20

MONTHLY CHURCH DINNER: The Winsted United Methodist Church will hold its monthly diner, Sept. 29, 6 p.m. at the church hall. Cost is $11 adults, $6 for children under 12. Dinner includes chicken pot pie, salad, beverages and homemade desserts. Eat in, take out or delivery in Winsted. Food bank donations are welcome. Reservations are encouraged; call 860-379-6386.

BOOK DISCUSSION: The Harwinton Library’s Afternoon Book Discussion group will meet Sept. 20 at 1:30 p.m. This month's book is “At the Waters Edge” by Sara Gruen. Details, call 860-485-9113.

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.

PASTA DINNER, FUNDRAISER: Friendly Hands Food Bank will hold a pasta dinner and auction, Friday, Oct. 12, 5-7:30 p.m. at St. Francis/St. Peters School Cafeteria, 360 Prospect St., Torrington. Tickets $12 adults, free for children under 6. Food prepared by Scarpelli’s. Tickets avaialble at Friendly Hands, 50 King St., Torrington, or at the door. For information call 860 482-3338.

MEDITATION: The Harwinton Library offers mindful meditation sessions on Thursdays at 4:30 p.m. at the library. All are welcome. Details, call 860-485-9113.

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.

AUTHOR TALK: Author and historian Marty Podskoch from East Hampton will give a presentation on his new book, “Connecticut Civilian Conservation Corps Camps: History, Memories and Legacy,” Sept. 20, 6:30 pm, at the Morris Public Library, 4 North Street, Morris. Free; event is sponsored by the Friends of the Morris Public Library. Registration: 860-5677440.

Friday, Sept. 21

TOWN HALL PLAYERS: The Town Hall Players presents “Visiting Mr. Green,” a play by Jeff Brown, starring Fred Thaler and Dean Saccardi, Sept. 21-22, 7:30 p.m., and Sept. 23, 3 p.m., at Cornwall Town Hall, 24 Pine St., Cornwall. Tickets $20 adults, $5 students, available at the Cornwall Library, the Cornwall Country Store, the Cornwall Package Store and the Wish House, and at the door. For information call Ginny at 860-672-6191.

LITCHFIELD HILLS AUDUBON: The Litchfield Hills Audubon Society will take a trip to Naumkeag House and Gardens in Stockbridge, MA., Friday, Sept. 21. Carpool from Goshen Congregational Church, Routes 4/63 in Goshen, at 8 a.m. The formal house and garden tour begins at 9:45 a.m. Cost is $16 per person. Sign up with Pam Hicks at 203-922-2684.

ASTRONOMY CLUB STAR PARTY: The Litchfield Hills Amateur Astronomy Club will have star and planet-gazing Friday, Sept. 21 at 8 p.m. Meet in the activity field by the observatory at White Memorial Conseravation Center, Litchfield. Bad weather or clouds cancel. The program is free; children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. For more details, see the club calendar at lhastro.org or email the club at lhaacsec@gmail.com.

MILTON TAG, BAKE SALE: Milton Congregational Church of Litchfield will hold its annual tag and bake sale Sept. 21-22, 9 a.m-3 p.m. and Sept.23, 12-3 p.m. at the church, 548 Milton Road, Milton Center, off Route 202 in Litchfield. The tag sale will offer everything from furniture to antiques, jewelry to linens, books to lamps, tools to toys. Church ladies will sell their famous homemade jams, jellies, pickles, relish, and baked goods. Door prizes feature items donated by local area merchants. This year there are a cord of firewood from each of two donors. A “Seasonal Celebration” room will have decorations for any occasion. Cash or checks are accepted. Don’t forget to have a gourmet hot dog from Salty Dog.

TORRINGTON HOUSE TOUR: The annual Torrington House Tour will be held Sept. 21-22. A preview bus tour will be held Sept. 21, with a self-directed tour on Sept. 22 with maps. Go to to torringtonhousetour.org for more information and to register.

PERFORMER SHOWCASE: The 2nd annual Performer Showcase will be held Sept. 21, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m .at the Torrington Library. There will be 8 adult-focused presenters and 8 children/teen presenters. A $20 registration fee includes lunch. Performers will include historical characters, musical talent, storytellers, lecturers and more. Register early to guarantee a seat. Contact Jessica Gueniat at 860489-6684 or jessh@torringtonlibrary.org.

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.

Saturday, Sept. 22

TOWN HALL PLAYERS: The Town Hall Players presents “Visiting Mr. Green,” a play by Jeff Brown, starring Fred Thaler and Dean Saccardi, Sept. 21-22, 7:30 p.m., and Sept. 23, 3 p.m., at Cornwall Town Hall, 24 Pine St., Cornwall. Tickets $20 adults, $5 students, available at the Cornwall Library, the Cornwall Country Store, the Cornwall Package Store and the Wish House, and at the door. For information call Ginny at 860-672-6191.

HODGE LIBRARY PUB: The Hodge Library, 4 North St. Roxbury, will become a cozy pub to eat, drink, and be merry, Sept. 22, 5:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Admission is free; small bites available, or BYO dinner; beer and wine will be sold, with proceeds supporting the restoration of the historic library. Live music provided. Two Roads Brewery is a sponsor.

FLEA MARKET: A flea market will be held Sept. 22, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Morris Senior Center, 109 East Street, Morris, with 12 vendors. The Gold & Silver Guy will be avaialble, buying gold and silver and giving antique appraisals for $5, two items only.

FLU SHOT CLINIC: The Beekley Library is Hosting a Flu Shot Clinic, Sept. 22, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. No appointments necessary; most insurance accepted. Patients must be 18 years or over. Vaccine subject to availability. Walgreens is providing the flu shots; for more information, stop by or call the library at 860-379-7235

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.

SOLAR VIEWING: The Litchfield Hills Amateur Astronomy Club will hold a solar viewing event during Family Nature Day at White Memorial Conservation Center, Litchfield, Sept. 22, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Club members will have telescopes with solar filters for safe viewing of sunspots and solar prominences, if any. Bad or cloudy weather cancels. For more details, see the club calendar at lhastro.org or email the club at lhaacsec@gmail.com.

KITTY QUARTERS TAG, BAKE SALE: Kitty Quarters’ friends and supporters are partnering with St. Michael’s Parish at 25 South St., Litchfield for a tag and bake sale and food pantry event, Sept. 22-23, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Proceeds will go to the purchase of cat cabins, which prepare the cats and kittens for homes and participation in our Read to Succeed and Therapy Cats programs. Donations of food for people and humans are welcome. Available cats for adoption can be seen at www.kittyquarters.org. For information,call Bobbie at 860-482-2888.

WISDOM HOUSE PROGRAM: “Growing into the Likeness of Jesus through the Enneagram” with Sister Nancy Erts will be presented at Wisdom House Retreat and Conference Center, Saturday, Sept. 22, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. A copy of this book by Robert Nogosek, CSC will be given to each participant. The fee is $75 and includes lunch. For more information visit: www.wisdomhouse.org, call (860) 567-3163 or email: programs@wisdomhouse.org

PASTA DINNER, FUNDRAISER: Friendly Hands Food Bank will hold a pasta dinner and auction, Friday, Oct. 12, 5-7:30 p.m. at St. Francis/St. Peters School Cafeteria, 360 Prospect St., Torrington. Tickets $12 adults, free for children under 6. Food prepared by Scarpelli’s. Tickets avaialble at Friendly Hands, 50 King St., Torrington, or at the door. For information call 860 482-3338.

MILTON TAG, BAKE SALE: Milton Congregational Church of Litchfield will hold its annual tag and bake sale Sept. 22, 9 a.m-3 p.m. and Sept.23, 12-3 p.m. at the church, 548 Milton Road, Milton Center, off Route 202 in Litchfield. The tag sale will offer everything from furniture to antiques, jewelry to linens, books to lamps, tools to toys. Church ladies will sell their famous homemade jams, jellies, pickles, relish, and baked goods. Door prizes feature items donated by local area merchants. This year there are a cord of firewood from each of two donors. A “Seasonal Celebration” room will have decorations for any occasion. Cash or checks are accepted. Don’t forget to have a gourmet hot dog from Salty Dog.

WARREN HERITAGE HIKE: Warren Land Trust and the Warren Historical Society will host a Housatonic Heritage Hike to the Finney Monument will be held Saturday, Sept. 22, 10 a.m. onCunningham Road, Warren. The walk leads to a hidden monument marking the birthplace of Charles Finney, famous in his day as the father of American revivalism and president of Oberlin College. Flat but uneven terrain — sturdy footwear recommended. Refreshments provided; bring your own water bottle. About one hour, about 2 miles. Registration recommended: email info@warrenlandtrust.org

CORNWALL LIBRARY ART SHOW: “Comfort Me with Color” by Joelle Sander, will be exhibited at the Cornwall Library, Sept. 22-Nov. 10, with an opening reception Sept. 22, 3-5 p.m. The public is welcome.

BANK OPEN HOUSE: Litchfield Bancorp will hold an open house at its Washington Depot location, Sept. 22, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at 11 Bryan Plaza in Washington Depot. Meet Laura Berendsohn, the Branch Manager, as well as Litchfield Bancorp staff. Special guest, Dimitri Rimsky the son of the late artist Feodor Rimsky who painted the mural located in the branch, will provide local insight and a historical background on this stunning piece of art.

KENT QUIZ NIGHT: Kent Quiz Night will be held Sept. 22, 7 p.m. at the Kent Firehouse, 28 Maple St., Kent. Doors open at 6 p.m. Team registration $50 advance, $60 at the door. Teams must have a name and each is asked to bring a bottle of wine for the basket prize. The public is welcome. All proceeds go to the Kent Memorial Library. For more information call 860-927-3761.

SALISBURY MARKET: Salisbury Farmers Market will be held on Saturdays Sept. 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29, 10 a.m. on the Scoville Memorial Library lawn.

FAMILY NATURE DAY: White Memorial Conservation Center, Litchfield, will hold its 37th Annual Family Nature Day Saturday, Sept. 22, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Animals,demonstrations, shopping, crafts, food trucks and booths, and live music, educational booths, nature walks and other activities go on all day. Raffles and a silent auction offer many pries. Admission is $6, free for members and children under 12.

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.