CALENDAR

Sunday, Jan. 20

DRUMMING CIRCLE: Flanders Nature Center, Woodbury, will host a drumming circle led by Stephanie Boisits, a licensed Creative Arts Therapist who specializes in group therapy in adult inpatient psychiatry. All are welcome. Some drums will be available for use; try to bring your own instrument. The program will be held Jan. 20, 4 p.m. at Flanders Studio, corner of Flanders and Church Hill roads in Woodbury. $5 members, $10 guests. Register online at www.flandersnaturecenter.org or call 203-263-3711, ext. 10, for more information.

WARREN BREAKFAST: The Women’s Auxiliary of the Warren Volunteer Fire Company, Inc., will hold a Pancake Breakfast at the Warren Community Center, Sackett Hill Road, Jan. 20, 7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Proceeds from the breakfast will benefit the Auxiliary Scholarship Fund. All you can eat: O.J., pancakes – plan or blueberry, sausage, coffee or tea. Adults $5, $2 children, free under 3. For more information, call 860-868-2187. BOOK SIGNING, CONCERT: Angelo Paul Ramunni of Canaan, Conn., author of the recently-published “Accordion Stories From The Heart”, will present a book signing and mini-concert at Rowley Grill & Tap at 19 Rowley Street in Winsted, Conn., Jan. 20, 2-3 p.m. Admission is free. No reservations are necessary but seating is limited. Rowley Grill & Tap is located at 19 Rowley Street in Winsted, www.rowleygrill.com, 860-238-4999.

Monday, Jan. 21

DRUMMING FOR PEACE: Drumming For Peace is continuing its participation in the Drums Around the World, drumming for an hour each month at sunset on the evening of the full moon, at Church of Christ Congregational, Routes 4/63, Goshen. Bring your own drums or use the drums/ rhythm instruments provided. No experience is needed. For further information, call Susan Strand at 860-482-6940 or send an email message to sstrand@snet.net. Jan. 21, 4:45 p.m.; Feb. 19, 5:15 p.m.; March 20, 6:45 p.m.; April 19, 7:30 p.m.; May 18, 8 p.m., June 17, 8:15 p.m., July 16, 8:15 p.m., Aug. 15, 7:45 p.m., Sept. 14, 6:45 p.m., Oct. 13, 6 p.m., Nov. 12, 4:15 p.m., Dec. 12, 4:15 p.m. 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. EXPRESSIVE ARTS: An Expressive Arts Workshop for adults with Judith Bird will be held Jan. 21, 10 a.m. at the Harwinton Library. Create a personal art piece; no experience needed. Register by calling 860-485-9113. Snow date is Jan. 26.

Tuesday, Jan. 22

BOOK CLUB: Fiction Book Club meets Jan. 22, 7 p.m. at the Morris Public Library, discussing “Songs of Willow Frost” by Jamie Ford. To register and reserve a copy of the book, call 860-567-7440. ALPHA COURSE: The Alpha Course is being offered at Praise Christian Fellowship, Barkhamsted from January 22-April 16, 6:30-8:30 pm. For more information: 860-738-9039 or praisect.org Preregistration is required. Each informal session includes a free meal (donations appreciated).

Wednesday, Jan. 23

NAVIGATING TAXES: Navigating state, federal and local taxes, a free SCORE workshop for the home-based entrepreneur and presented by Donna GrocciaLubik, an agent and certified QuickBooks Pro advisor, will be held at the Harwinton Library, Jan. 23, 6:30 p.m. Snow date Jan. 30. Free, register by calling the library at 860-485-9113.

TEEN WEDNESDAY: Teen Wednesdays: Makerspace Wednesdays, will be held Jan. 23, 2:15 p.m. at the Oliver Wolcott Library, 160 South St., Litchfield. In January, create duct tape and washi tape crafts; in February, make string art. All materials provided. Library events are free and open to the public. Space is limited. Registration is required and can be done by calling 860-567-8030 or visiting owlibrary.org and clicking on Events/Children’s Events.

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.

BLOOD DRIVE: The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive on January 23, 12:30- 5:30 p.m. at Praise Christian Fellowship, 52 New Hartford Road, Barkhamsted. To register to donate, call 1-800-REDCROSS or register online at redcrossblood.org. Walk-ins also welcome. $5 gift card to Dunkin Donuts will be emailed to the donors after the drive.

Thursday, Jan. 24

FARM BUREAU MEETING: The Litchfield County Farm Bureau and the Litchfield County Dairy Committee will hold its annual Winter Dinner Meeting, Jan. 24, at the UConn Extension Center, 843 University Drive, Torrington. A reception and silent auction begins at 6 p.m., followed by dinner and the meeting at 6:30 p.m. Reservations are required and the cost is $25. Call or text 203-5989701 or email lcfb@sbcglobal.net. Reservations due by Jan. 17.

TAI CHI, MEDITATION: Doctor of Oriental Medicine, Jampa Mackenzie Stewart of Valley Spirit and Wellness Center in Washington Depot, presents TaiChi & Meditation an Introduction, Jan. 24, 6:30 p.m .at the Gunn Memorial Library, Wykeham Road, Washington. Snow date is Jan. 31. To register, email gunnprograms@biblio.org or call 860-868-7586. AUTHOR TALK: “Before You Know It: The Unconscious Reasons We Do What We Do” with Author John Bargh, will be held Jan. 24, 7 p.m. at the Oliver Wolcott Library, 160 South St., Litchfield. A wine & cheese and book signing reception will follow the event. Library events are free and open to the public. Registration is required and can be done by calling 860-567-8030 or visiting owlibrary.org and clicking on Events/Adult Events

SQUADRON MEETING: The Northwest Hills Composite Squadron Civil Air Patrol Auxiliary of the United States Air Force meets Thursdays, 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, Jan. 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.

MOVIE MATINEES: The Morris Senior Center presents Movie Matinee Fridays on the second and fourth Friday of the month at 1 p.m., free of charge. Jan. 25, “A Simple Favor,” R. Feb. 8, “Hearts Beat Loud,” PG-13. Feb. 22, “Colette,” R.

FIVE POINTS SHOWS: Five Points Gallery, 33 Main St., Torrington, will open three concurrent shows: Heidi L. Johnson’s “/Polytechnicolor,” Cheryl Agulnick Hochberg’s “The Work of Birds,” both solo shows, and “Menagerie,” a group show, all running through Feb. 9. An artists panel discussion will be held Jan. 25, 6:30 p.m. Admission is free and all exhibitions and educational events are free and open to the public.

ROBERT BURNS CELEBRATION: Happy Birthday Robbie Burns at the Cornwall Library, Pine Street, Cornwall, will be held Jan. 25, 6-7 p.m. Join the Friends of the Library for a Wee Dram of three single malt Scotch whiskies, some tasty homemade shortbread and even a little haggis. Listen to the words and ballads of this beloved Scottish poet and lyricist. If you have a favorite Burns poem or ballad, come prepared to share it. Space (and Scotch) is limited. $10/ person. Reservations and advance payment required. Visit the library for reservations at cornwallpubliclibrary.org or call 860-672-6874.

KIDSPLAY JOB FAIR: KidsPlay Children’s Museum is hosting a job fair, Jan. 25, 4 p.m. to meet qualified candidates for two part-time guest service associates positions and one part-time maintenance position. Full descriptions are available on KidsPlay’s website www.kidsplaymuseum.org. During the event, Museum staff will provide an overview of KidsPlay and job openings and conduct brief interviews. Candidates must register in advance by email at humanresources@kidsplaymuseum.org.