CALENDAR

Thursday, Aug. 20

TODDLER JAM: Toddler Jam with Johnny G, Scoveille Memorial Library, Salisbury, 11 a.m.,Thursdays, continues to early September, on Facebook Live. No RSVP needed. Enjoy music, dance, stories and songs. All ages welcome; parents too. Details at scovillelibrary.org.

NATURE TREASURE HUNT: Looking Under Logs Together (Encore!) with Carrie Szwed, Education Director, White Memorial Conservation Center, 4 p.m., Aug. 20. This free virtual program will be hosted in Zoom and simulcast on The White Memorial Conservation Center’s Facebook page via Facebook Live. Preregister at rb.gy/arcmhz.

CHILDREN’S BOOKS: Teacher and Cornwall Library board member Eileen Gargan will read and discuss children’s books via Zoom on Thursdays; 10 a.m., ages 4-7, 10:30 a.m., ages 7-11. She will read full books for the younger children; for older children, she will introduce a few books and read selections from them. All the books are in the Cornwall Library collection. The Zoom below allows access for each session. Go to https://rb.gy/k3dxil TABLE TENNIS: Table Tennis, Thursdays, 10:45 a.m., free, public welcome. Play in a great social environment and meet other enthusiasts. Bring your own equipment. Email info@thecommunitycenter.org or call 860-567-8302 to register or for more information.

SCULPT AND TONE: Sculpt And Tone, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7-8 p.m. $8 per class. A strength training class that includes stretching, abdominal work and muscle isolation for an awesome full body workout. Instructor: Dean Roberts.Bring your own hand weights, mat or towel. Email info@thecommunitycenter.org or call 860-567-8302 to register or for more information.

BIRD TALK: Thursday August 20, 2020 (postponed from original date of July 9): “Bird Talk” presented by bird mentor Krisi Dranginis, 8 a.m., Aug. 20, under the tent, Litchfield Community Center, free. Preregistration appreciated. Email info@thecommunitycenter.org or call 860-5678302 to register or for more information. CIVIL WAR TALK: The Second Founding: How the Civil War & Reconstruction Remade the Constitution, A Conversation with Author Eric Foner, Moderated by Martha Jones, 7 p.m., Aug. 20, free, with the Oliver Wolcott Library. To access Zoom links for these events, go to the library’s website at www.owlibrary.org and subscribe to the library's e-newsletter or click on the “Events” tab.

THRIFT SHOP OPEN: Park Avenue Thrift Shop at the Sullivan Senior Center, Torrington, is open Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

ZOOM BINGO: Zoom Bingo with Kerry, Thursdays, 1:30 p.m. on Zoom, with the Sullivan Senior Center, Torrington. Sign up by calling at 860-489-2211.

AUTHOR CONVERSATION: Kent Memorial Library and House of Books will host a conversation between Kent author Amy Poeppel and author Elinor Lipman, 7 p.m. Aug. 20 on Zoom. Register at www.kentmemoriallibrary.org

Friday, Aug. 21

COE PARK CONCERTS: The Parks and Recreation Department has scheduled its summer concert series; concerts are held on Tuesdays and Fridays at Coe Memorial Park’s Civic Center, from 7-9 p.m. Guests should bring blanket or chairs. Social distancing rules are in effect. If it rains, the concert is canceled and may be rescheduled. For information, email Parks and Recreation Director Brett Simmons at brett_simmons@torringtonct.org, or call 860-489-2274. Aug. 21: Steve Dunn Band, rock, country.

STANDARD SPACE SHOW: Standard Space gallery, Sharon, presents “Under the Radar” with works by Sabina Streeter, Jill Musnicki and Stefanie Seidl, Aug. 31-Oct. 4, opening reception, Sept. 12. KENT FARMERS MARKET: The Kent Farmers market, 3-6:30 p.m., Fridays, May 22 until the end of October. It is located on Route 7 in Kent, just south of the monument.

GRIEF SUPPORT: Grief support group, Fridays, 9:30-11 a.m., through Aug. 21, on Zoom. The group will reconvene at the

Litchfield Community Center when possible. Led by Eileen L. Epperson, the group is a gift from the Friends of Hospice. Get the Zoom link and information at 860605-6576.

THRIFT SHOP OPEN: Park Avenue Thrift Shop at the Sullivan Senior Center, Torrington, is open Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 22

FARMERS MARKET: The Torrington Farmers Market is open 3-6 p.m. Tuesdays and 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, at Saint Paul’s Lutheran Church parking lot, at 837 Charles St, under the trees. Because fresh produce is seasonal, the items for sale change weekly depending on what’s ripe. FARMERS MARKET: Salisbury Farmers Market, Saturdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. starting June 6. Seedlings, plants, vegetables, cut flowers, eggs,beef, pork, maple syrup and more. Details at scovillelibrary.org. WEEKLY MEDITATION: Deep Dive into Nature, Weekly Meditation with Marlow Shami and White Memorial Conservation Center, Litchfield, 10 a.m., Aug. 1. Free virtual program hosted on Zoom and simulcast on The White Memorial Conservation Center’s Facebook page via Facebook Live. Pre-register at rb.gy/pbltuu HEALTHY COOKING CLASS: The Pandemic Pantry with Gerri Griswold, White Memorial Conservation Center, Litchfield, noon, Aug. 22. Make a healthy, tasty meal, learn about seasoning with herbs and spices. Recipes on Facebook or have them emailed; email gerri@whitememorialcc.org. This free virtual program will be hosted in Zoom and simulcast on The White Memorial Conservation Center’s Facebook page via Facebook Live. Preregister at rb.gy/wy8npv

WALKING TOURS: Walking Tours Are Back with the Litchfield Historical Society. Register at Litchfieldhistoricalsociety.org or call 860-567-4501. Space is limited. Schedule: 10 a.m., Aug. 8, Heroes of the Revolution: Litchfield during the American Revolution. 5:30 p.m., Aug. 22, Slavery Here: The life of William Grimes; 12 p.m., Aug. 28, Litchfield 1819: The first 100 years of Litchfield History. Rain cancels. Masks required.

RELAXING YOGA: Anita Barbero, health coach, presents a relaxing yoga class with the Beardsley Library, Winsted, 8-9 a.m., Aug. 8, 15, 22, at the Soldier’s Monument, Winsted. An optional 15-minute health chat follows the session; bring a snack, yoga mat, towel and water. Register by calling the library at 860-379-6043. Learn more about Barbero at www.anitabarbero.com/.

BILLY JOEL TRIBUTE: Warren Morris Goshn Recreation presents River of Dreams, a Billy Joel tribute band, Aug. 22, at Morris Town Beach Pavilion. Food trucks on site. Free, donations welcome. Reserve tickets on Eventbrite. Seating on the lawn, bring your own chairs or blankets, social distancing in place. Leave pets at home.

ZINE MAKING: ZINE Makingwith Anna Ramirez, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Aug. 22. For information or to register for any of the following programs or our weekly in house programs visit: www.wisdomhouse.org , call 860-567-3163, or email programs@wisdomhouse.org PARKINSON’S SUPPORT: Torrington Area Parkinson's Support Group meeting, 10 am., Aug. 22 on Zoom. Speaker is Neuro-Ophthalmologist Stephen Thornquist; discussing Vision Issues and Parkinson’s. Offered by the Sullivan Senior Center. For more information, contact Sue Pelchat at 860-201-7913, Ann Quattrocchi at 860-309-6336, or Carol Pathe at 860-482-4610.

AUTHOR CONVERSATION: Kent Memorial Library, Cornwall Library and House of Books will host a conversation between author Roxana Robinson and American writer of poetry, creative nonfiction and plays Honor Moore, discussing their recently published books, 5 p.m. Aug. 22 on Zoom. Register at www.kentmemoriallibrary.org

ZINE MAKING: Wisdom House will offer a program, “ZINE Making” 9:30 am to 12:30 p.m. Aug. 22. Anna Ramirez will present the program. As always, social distancing and CDP Guidelines will be observed for this on-site event. “ZINEMaking” is a self-published way to share thoughts, photos, experiences and artwork. Participants are encouraged to remix and reinterpret a range of materials using just scissors, glue and imagination creating a bound piece of artwork. Cost is $15 per person and includes lunch. For information or to register, call 860-5673163 or visit www.wisdomhouse.org. BACK TO SCHOOL SUPPLIES: The Torrington Police Activities League (PAL) in partnership with area organizations, present the 13th annual Northwest Connecticut Free Back to School Supply Event, 10 a.m-1 p.m. Aug. 22 at Torrington High School. The event will be a contact free drive through distribution and will focus on school supplies. To volunteer or for any questions, email admin@torringtonpal.org

Sunday, Aug. 23

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Monday, Aug. 24

STITCH & CHAT: Mondays, “Stitch & Chat at the Litchfield Community Center, Route 202, Litchfield, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Open to all who love to knit, crochet, cross stitch, sew, embroider, etc. Bring your own project and share some time with others. Free, light refreshments available. Go to thecommunitycenter.org for details. MATH CLUB: Math Club, Mondays in August. 6-6:45 p.m. with the Scoville Memorial Library on Zoom, for ages 9-12. Work on math puzzles, games and challenging problem sets! The goal is to get excited about mathematical thinking before the start of the school year. Attend all sessions and earn a Pi sign iron-on patch. There is a class limit, so contact msalisbury@biblio.org to register. DEMENTIA CARE: Hartford HealthCare’s Center for Healthy Aging presents a virtual five-part dementia caregiver series, 6-7:30 p.m., Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31. Dementia specialists and resource coordinators will lead the free programs. No registration is required. The Zoom virtual meeting ID number is 941 0181 5848.

BALANCE, STRENGTH: Strength, Balance & Flexibility with Robyn, 9 a.m., Mondays and Wednesdays on Zoom, with Sullivan Senior Center. Sign up at 860489-2211.

Tuesday, Aug. 25

FARMERS MARKET: The Torrington Farmers Market is open 3-6 p.m. Tuesdays and 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, at Saint Paul’s Lutheran Church parking lot, at 837 Charles St, under the trees. Because fresh produce is seasonal, the items for sale change weekly depending on what’s ripe. COE PARK CONCERTS: The Parks and Recreation Department has scheduled its summer concert series; concerts are held on Tuesdays and Fridays at Coe Memorial Park’s Civic Center, from 7-9 p.m. Guests should bring blanket or chairs. Social distancing rules are in effect. If it rains, the concert is canceled and may be rescheduled. For information, email Parks and Recreation Director Brett Simmons at brett_simmons@torringtonct.org, or call 860-489-2274. Aug. 25: Apricot Brandy, rhythm & blues.

BALANCE CLASS: Pilobolus: Connecting With Balance, a series of 1-hour workshops tailored to helping seniors reconnect with their bodies and environment. Exercises in movement and balance guide participants to maintain and improve balance, think creatively and build community through social engagement. Open to all levels of ability – even to those who remain seated throughout. Tuesdays, 9:30-10:30 am., $5 per class. Email info@thecommunitycenter.org or call 860-567-8302 to register or for more information.

SCULPT AND TONE: Sculpt And Tone, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7-8 p.m. $8 per class. A strength training class that includes stretching, abdominal work and muscle isolation for an awesome full body workout. Instructor: Dean Roberts.Bring your own hand weights, mat or towel. Email info@thecommunitycenter.org or call 860-567-8302 to register or for more information.

ZUMBA GOLD: Zumba Gold with Joan, 11 a.m., Tuesdays on Zoom, Sullivan Senior Center. Sign up by calling Joan at 860496-9637.