CALENDAR

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 203598-2595.

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.comor 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 MaryODonnell.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. Win clothing, toys, gifts, Christmas items, dishes, decorative items and gift certificates from local stores. All are welcome. Cookies, cheese and crackers for sale, with free coffee and juice. For information call 860-567-5022.

WINSTED FALL FESTIVAL: Winsted's Fall Festival will be held Saturday, Sept. 29, 10 a.m to 3 p.m. Featuring the musical entertainment by Jim Moore, The Klerks and Michael Hodorsky & Co. Live broadcasting by Radio WZBG; food trucks, crafters, artists, vendors, community and civic organizations.

Sunday, Sept. 30

SING WITH THE CHOIR: : Interested singers and musicians are invited to join the Crossroads Ecumenical Choir and Orchestra, sponsored by the First Congregational Church of Torrington, to present the cantata “The Glory of Christmas” by Lloyd Larson, on Dec. 9. Rehearsals begin Sunday, Sept. 39, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the church sanctuary, 835 Riverside Avenue, Torringto. Interested singers and instrumentalists should contact Ken or Betsy Beyer at 860-4961289 or beyermusic@snet.net.

ORGAN “PLUS” CONCERT: Trinity Episcopal Church, 220 Prospect St., Torrington, will present an “organ plus” concert, Sunday, Sept. 30, 3 p.m., featuring Robert Blake and Christa Rakich, organ; Emily DeNucci and Wendy Rolfe, flutes; and Eleanor Hilly Blake, cello, performing the music of A. Vivaldi, G.F. Handel, Cecile Chaminade, Nadia Boulanger, and Antonin Dvorak. The concert is free; a suggested donation of $10 asked.

MEDITATION: Meditation with Kathy Voldstad at the Scoville Memorial Library, Salisbury. Open to anyone, no experience needed. Sitting cushions provided. Meets in Reading Room, main floor. Sept. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 9 a.m.

FALL SERVICE: The Church in the Wildwood will hold a fall service at the outdoor church, Route 182, North Colebrook, Sept. 30 at 3 p.m. led by the Rev. Douglas Aldrich. Second Congregational Church of Winsted. Free will offerings are collected and the public is welcome.

WINSTED FARMERS MARKET: Winsted Farmers Market continues its 2018 weekly market season on Sundays, 10a.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.

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.

Monday, Oct. 1

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.

Tuesday, Oct. 2

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.

TORRINGTON MARKET: The Torrington Farmers Market is open for 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.

REGISTRARS COMPLETE LIST:

Registrars of Voters of the Town of New Hartford will be in the town hall office at 530 Main St., Tuesday, Oct. 2, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. to complete the preliminary registry list and remove electors from the registry list who have died, become disenfranchised or confirmed in writing that they have moved out of town. For information call 860- 738-9721, or email: votenh@town.new-hartford.ct.us

Wednesday, Oct. 3

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 860-379-3369.

HISTORICAL SOCIETY PROGRAM: The Torrington Historical Society will host a talk by Todd M. Bryda, “Factory Life during the Gilded Age” Wednesday, Oct. 3, 6:30 p.m. in the Carriage House Gallery of the Torrington Historical Society, 192 Main St. This presentation is one of several programs sponsored by the Torrington Chapter of UNICO National. Admission is free; donations are welcome. For more information about the Torrington Historical Society, go to www.torringtonhistorical society.org.

Thursday, Oct. 4

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.

WOMEN’S FORUM: The Women’s Forum of Litchfield presents “Cuban Memories” Oct. 4, 2:30 p.m. at the Litchfield Community Center, 421 Bantam Road, Litchfield. The event will be open to non-Forum members with a $10 fee at the door, which includes a High Tea reception. For more information call 860-567-3966 or visit womensforumoflitchfield.org.

COLLEGE FAIR: Torrington High School and Oliver Wolcott Technical High School are hosting the Torrington Area College Fair ,Oct. 4, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Oliver Wolcott Technical High School. More than 50 colleges/postsecondary programs will be available to meet with students. All students in grades 9-12 and their parents are invited to attend, as well as students from neighboring high schools.

SQUADRON MEETING: A meeting of the Northwest Hills Composite Squadron Civil Air Patrol Auxiliary of the United States Air Force will meet 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 Oct. 5

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. SALISBURY FESTIVAL: 63rd Annual Salisbury Fall Festival will beheld in the villages of Salisbury and Lakeville, with a wide variety of special events and activities fora ll ages, Oct. 5, 6 and 7. For an up-to-date schedule of times and locations, go to: www.salisburyfallfestival.org.

Saturday, Oct. 6

SALISBURY FESTIVAL: 63rd Annual Salisbury Fall Festival will beheld in the villages of Salisbury and Lakeville, with a wide variety of special events and activities fora ll ages, Oct. 5, 6 and 7. For an up-to-date schedule of times and locations, go to: www.salisburyfallfestival.org.

TREE ID WALK: A Tree Identification Walk with WMF Forest Superintendent Lukas Hyder, Oct. 6, 10 a.m. at White Memorial Conservation Center, Litchfield. Free, donations welcome Meet in the Museum parking lot.

TAXIDERMY TALK: Taxidermy: Appreciation of the Art and Science, with James Fischer and Gerri Griswold, Oct. 6, 2 p.m. in the A.B. Ceder Room at White Memorial Conservation Center, Litchfield. Free for members, $5 guests. Pre-register and prepayment are required by calling 860-567-0857 or register online: www.whitememorialcc.org

VETERAN OF THE MONTH: World War II Navy Senior Chief Petty Officer Joseph M. Knox, Jr. will be honored as Post 44 American Legion's 361st Veteran of the Month, Oct. 6, 10 a.m. at the All Wars Memorial, Route 202 in Bantam. After the ceremony Post 44 invites veterans and guests to a reception at the Bantam Borough Hall (890 Bantam Road/ Route 202) for light refreshments. For information, contact: post44.bantam@gmail.com TWELVE MOONS COFFEE HOUSE: Twelve Moons Coffee House welcomes Mike Herz, Oct. 6 in the Tap Room at Noble Horizons, 17 Cobble Road, Salisbury at 7 p.m. This is a change of location. A donation is requested to help cover expenses. Contact: TwelveMoonsCoffee@gmail.com. More information at: tinyurl.com/12Moons

CONTRA DANCE: The Cornwall Community Contra Dance will be held Oct. 6, 7 p.m. at the Cornwall Town Hall, 24 Pine St., Cornwall. Old time music by Still, the Homegrown Band and calling by David Kaynor. All dances taught, no partner necessary, all ages welcome. Donation requested. For more information call Jane @860-672-6101 or go to motherhouse.us.

GRANGE PIG ROAST: Savor the flavors of fall when Eureka Grange hosts its Annual Pig Roast on Saturday, Oct. 6, 5 p.m. at Eureka Grange Hall, 777 Litchfield Turnpike (Route 202), in the Nepaug section of New Hartford. The meal features all the homemade trimmings, beverages, as well as delicious desserts, $17 for adults, $8 for children ages 6 to 10, and free for children up to 5. Tickets at the door, or by calling Earl Phillips at 860-482-1111. ANIMAL BLESSING: Saturday, October 6th Annual Blessing of Animals will be held at 4 p.m. in the Grotto Plaza at Lourdes Shrine, Route 118, Litchfield. All pets, large and small are welcome, rain or shine. For more information, call 860-567-1041