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Thursday, Sept. 27

BLOOD DRIVE: The Torrington Woman’s Club will sponsor a Red Cross blood drive, Sept. 27, 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. at St. Peter Church Hall, 109 East Main Street, Torrington. Entry is on the right side of the church hall off the driveway. Club volunteers will assist the Red Cross by greeting and registering donors, and providing sandwiches and refreshments. Walk-in donors are welcome. To make an appointment in advance call the Red Cross at 1-800-733-2767 or schedule online at RedCrossBlood.org. To save up to 15 minutes waiting time visit RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass.

MOVIE SCREENING: The LGBTQIA+ and History Clubs of Northwestern Connecticut Community College will host a screening of “The Lavender Scare” Sept. 27, 12 p.m. in the Art and Science Center (ASB, Room 205). The film is free and open to the public. For more information contact Karen Hunter, LGBTQIA+ Adviser, at khunter@nwcc.edu, or Professor Todd Bryda, History Club Adviser, at tbryda@nwcc.edu.

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.

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.

BUSINESS MASTERY: Business Mastery Series: The Next Level Leadership presented by Janet Carlson, CEO. A collaboration of the Tri-State Chamber of Commerce and the Scoville Memorial Library, 6 p.m., Sept. 27.

BEETHOVEN UNVARNISHED: Dr. Vincent P. de Luise, Cultural Ambassador for the Waterbury Symphony Orchestra, and frequent lecturer on the humanities, presents a musically enhanced visual presentation, “Beethoven Unvarnished,” Thursday, September 27 at 6:30pm at Gunn Memorial Library in Washington. Register at gunnprograms@biblio.org or call 860-868-7586.

Friday, Sept. 28

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.

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 available at Friendly Hands, 50 King St., Torrington, or at the door. For information call 860 482-3338.

FALL FESTIVAL: The 34th Annual Connecticut Antique Machinery Museum’s Fall Festival will be held Sept 28-30, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Route 7 north, Kent. Ride a steam train, view giant industrial stream engines, early gasoline engines, antique tractors, and a sawmill in operation. Tour the acclaimed Connecticut Museum of Mining, a working blacksmith shop, and the Historic Cream Hill Agricultural School. Great food and a large flea market also available. For information call 860-927-0050 or visit www.ctamachinery.com.

Saturday, Sept. 29

GENEALOGY WORKSHOP: A genealogy workshop will be offered by the Brooks-Green Woods Chapter DAR, Sept. 29, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Beardsley Memorial Library, Munro Place, Winsted. Library genealogist and local history research assistant along with DAR volunteer genealogists will be available to assist attendees. Coffee and snacks will be provided by the Chapter. To preregister or for additional information, call Karen Brett, Regent, at 860-379-8741.

CHH BLOOD DRIVE: Charlotte Hungerford Hospital (CHH) is hosting a blood drive in partnership with the American Red Cross, Sept, 28, 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the CHH Memorial Building, first floor, 540 Litchfield Street, Torrington. To make an appointment, call 1-800-7332767 or visit www.redcrossblood.org. Use sponsor code

CHHCT 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.

ART EXHIBIT: David Dunlop: “The World Around Us,” will be shown at the White Gallery, Lakeville, Sept. 29-Nov. 11, with an opening reception Sept. 29, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The program is free and the public is welcome. The gallery is located at 342 Main St. For information call 860-4351029 or visit www.thewhitegalleryart.com

ST. MICHAEL’S OBSERVANCE: St. Michael’s Parish, 25 South St., Litchfield, will present a special observance for its patron saint, Saturday, Sept. 29. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Admission $20, reception follows in the community house.

BOOTS & BRITCHES BALL: Nashville Drive, a five-piece Connecticut-based band is the headline attraction for the Little Britches Boots & Britches Ball, Saturday, Sept. 29, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Bridgewater Pavilion on Sarah Sanford Road East. The event will raise funds for Little Britches Therapeutic Riding, a local nonprofit that has been helping individuals with disabilities since 1979. To buy tickets or learn more, visit littlebritchesct.org or call Alice Daly at 203-598-2595.

FALL TAG SALE: United Congregational Church at 1622 Torringford St., Torrington, will hold its Fall Tag Sale on Saturday, Sept. 29, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine. Items for sale include toys, books, tools, jewelry, household items, linens, small furniture, and more. No electronics or large furniture.

APPLE HARVEST FESTIVAL: The Litchfield Historical Society will hold an Apple Harvest Festival, Sept. 28, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the in the Tapping Reeve Meadow, 82 South St., Litchfield. Events include live music, apple pie contest, demonstrations ,tours, woodworking, spinning and carding, cider pressing, crafts, scavenger hunt and lawn games. The Tapping Reeve Meadow is open daily from dawn to dusk. For information, call the historical society at 860-567-4501.

AUTHOR TALK: The Cornwall Library presents “Manhattan's Little Secrets: Uncovering Mysteries in Brick and Mortar, Glass and Stone,” with author John Tauranac, Sept. 29 at 5 p.m. Books will be available for sale and signing. For information call 860-672-6874 or visit cornwallpubliclibrary.org.

WINCHESTER CENTER DAY: Winchester Center Day will be held Saturday, Sept. 29, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Winchester Congregational Church, Grange and other organizations of Winchester Center have each planned events as part of this special community day. The day will include a Revolutionary War encampment, tours and demonstrations, local artists, crafts, a community tag sale, live music by Kevin & Pete, a bake sale, and plenty of food and beverages for sale.

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.

LOVING HAIGHT: Loving Haight with Marlow Shami will be held Sept. 29, 10 a.m. at White Memorial Conservation Center, Litchfield. Bring a picnic. Meet in front of the A.B. Ceder Room. The program is free, donations welcome.

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.

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 farm to table meals. Additional cooking demonstrations by visiting authors are scheduled throughout the season and will be announced on Facebook and www.norfolkfarmersmarket.org.

GERMAN FESTIVAL: Oktoberfest German festival with food, music and beer, will be held Saturday, Sept. 29. 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus, Unity Council 37, 152 Litchfield St., Torrington. Admission is free. Proceeds benefit John Paul the Great Parish in Torrington. For information, call Kirt Valentine, Grand Knight, Knights of Columbus, at 860-491-9783.

FALL CROP: The Drakeville Volunteer Fire Department is hosting their Fall Crop on Saturday, Sept. 29, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at First Congregational Church, located at 835 Riverside Avenue in Torrington. Registration is $40 and includes a space for crafting as well as meals and snacks throughout the day. There will be raffle prizes and onsite craft vendors. All proceeds will benefit the Department’s General Fund. Email drakevilleladiesaux@gmail.com or contact Nikki Maccalous at 860-307-9044or Gabrielle Palladino at 860-806-1504 to reserve your spot.

VFW FUNDRAISER: VFW Post 296 will hold a fundraiser sale of Swarovsky crystal jewelry on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., to support veterans and the post, in Veterans Hall, 114 Colebrook River Rd. Consultant is Mary ODonnell. Place an online order, call or text Mary, 860-518-5385, or visit Touchstone Crystal.com/MaryODonnell.

CLOTHING, HOUSEHOLD DRIVE: Annual Clothing & Household Goods Drive will be held Sept. 29, 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Congregational Church of Burlington, 268 Spielman Highway, Burlington, to benefit the church’s programs. All items must be in good, clean condition. Soft items such as (clothing, bedding, towels, shoes) should be bagged securely. Knickknacks, electrical and kitchen items, toys and games, sporting goods, small furniture and books, CDs and DVDs should be put in boxes. For information call 860 6734618.

FALL FESTIVAL: The 34th Annual Connecticut Antique Machinery Museum’s Fall Festival will be held Sept 28-30, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Route 7 north, Kent. Ride a steam train, view giant industrial stream engines, early gasoline engines, antique tractors, and a sawmill in operation. Tour the acclaimed Connecticut Museum of Mining, a working blacksmith shop, and the Historic Cream Hill Agricultural School. Great food and a large flea market also available. For information call 860-927-0050 or visit www.ctamachinery.com.

PENNY AUCTION: The United Methodist Church of Litchfield, 69 West St., western end of the green, will hold a traditional Penny Auction of new and nearly new items, Saturday, Sept. 28. Doors open at 1 p.m., drawing starts at 2 p.m.