/ SUMMER 2013

28 - SEPT. 28. “MYSTIC AS MUSE: 100 YEARS OF INSPIRATION” AT MYSTIC ARTS CENTER.

This is a special centennial exhibition featuring regional artworks of the past 100 years, focusing on the work of the artist members of the Mystic Art Association. Opening reception 6-11 p.m. July 13. Mystic Arts Center, 9 Water St., New London.

29. CONTRA DANCE,

8-11 p.m., German Club, Route 27, Mystic. Live music; singles and families welcome. Beginner workshop, 7:45 p.m. $9, $5 students; (860) 961-9321.

3. CRUISE NIGHT,

4. OLD STURBRIDGE VILLAGE INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION.

5. FIRST FRIDAYS,

6. MASHANTUCKET PEQUOT MUSEUM FIRST SATURDAYS.

6. FREE FIRST SATURDAY,

6 p.m., Nature’s Art parking lot, Route 85, Chesterfield. Pre1978 cars sponsored by Yesteryear Auto Club. DJ, free; (860) 443-4617.

OSV celebrates each year with a spectacular fireworks display over the Village Countryside in addition to regular daytime activities. Visitors can sign a giant Declaration of Independence and play 1830s-style “Base-ball.” The evening celebration includes music, magic, family games, and activities followed by a 30-minute fireworks display at dusk. Beer, wine, soft drinks, sandwiches and snacks, are offered for sale, or visitors can bring their own picnic food. 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m., seven days a week. Adults, $24; seniors, $22; children 3-17, $8; children 2 and under, free. Admission includes free parking and a free second-day visit within 10 days. 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge, Mass. www.osv.org; (800)733-1830.

5 p.m., Downtown Putnam. Outdoor festival with music, activities, art exhibits, demonstrations and performances. www.putnambusiness.org.

Free admission for kids 15 and younger. Craft activities are offered in the gathering space, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. ($5). Cannot be combined with any other offers for discounted adult admission rates. 800-411-9671.

free admission 10 a.m.-noon, Lyman Allyn Art Museum,