CALENDAR

Wednesday, Feb. 28

HEART-TO-HEART: The Women’s Wellness Fund at Middlesex Hospital will hold Heart-to-Heart, a conversation about heart disease in women, Feb. 28, 5:30 p.m. at Middlesex Community College. The event’s guest speaker will be Rekha Mankad, MD, of Mayo Clinic. Middlesex is a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network. WFSB anchor Denise D’Ascenzo will be master of ceremonies. To register, call 860-358-8856 or email womenswellnessfund@gmail.com.

WELLNESS WEDNESDAY: Wellness Wednesday: 10 Steps to an Abundant Life with author Megan Smith Gill, 6 p.m., Feb. 27, free, at the Henry Carter Hull Library, Clinton. Details, call 860-669-2342 or go to hchlibrary.org.

WESLEYAN POTTERS SHOW: Wesleyan Potters recognizes and celebrates its instructors of pottery, jewelry, and weaving with a faculty exhibit in The Gallery/ Shop. The show will feature the creative work of nearly twenty teachers and run from Feb. 28-March 25, with an opening reception and demonstratons Friday, March 2, 6-8 p.m. Wesleyan Potters is located at 350 South Main Street, Middletown. Events are free and the public is welcome. For more information, call 860-347-5925 or visit www.wesleyanpotters.com.

BOOK TOTES: Make Book Totes out of books, Feb. 28, 6 p.m. for grades 2 and up, $5 materials fee. Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore, 413 Main St., Middletown. Register for this class by emailing books@wesleyan.edu WOMEN PLAYWRIGHTS: Women Playwrights’ Initiative: Passion, Power, Prose, Feb. 28, 7 p.m., Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore, 413 Main St., Middletown. Free. Details at Wesleyan.edu/rjjuliabookstore or call 860-685-3939. BLACK BEARS IN CT: Black Bears in Connecticut with Master Wildlife Conservationist Paul Benjunas from the Connecticut Department of Energy and the Environment, Feb. 28, 7 p.m. at the Durham Public Library. For ages 10 and up. Registration suggested: durhamlibrary.org/program-registration

Thursday, March 1

SAILING CLUB: Shoreline Sailing Club meeting, March 1, 7 p.m. Singles over 35 who love boating are welcome. Winter meetings located at Old Saybrook Estuary, 220 Main Street, Old Saybrook See our website for more information. www.shorelinesailingclub.camp8.org

TOOLS FOR CAREGIVERS: Powerful Tools for Caregivers, Six-Week Program, at the Henry Carter Hull Library, Clinton, on six consecutive Thursdays, March 1-April 5 at 5:30 p.m. Free. for details, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org

SHORELINE INVESTORS: Shoreline Investors meeting, March 1, 6 p.m., free, at the Henry Carter Hull Library, Clinton. For details, call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org GED TUTORING: Free GED tutoring is available at Adult Education 398 Main Street, Middletown, Days and evenings. Call 860-343-6044 for more information.

AUTHOR TALK: Hilary Jacobs Hendel ‘85, P’18, discussing her book, “It’s Not Always Depression,” March 1, 7 p.m. at Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore, 413 Main St., Middletown. The event is free. Details at Wesleyan.edu/rjjuliabookstore or call 860-685-3939 BABY RHYME TIME: Baby Rhyme Time is held on Thursdays, March 1, 8, 15 and 29, 10:30 a.m. . in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. For babies birth - 12 months and their caregivers. Drop in; no registration.

PRESCHOOL STORY HOUR: Preschool Power Story Hour will be held Thursdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, 1:30 p.m. in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. For ages 3 - 5 (Pre-k through kindergarten) Siblings welcome. Drop in; no registration. MILITARY WRITING GROUP: We Were There: Writing Your Military Experiences, led by Elizabeth Petry and facilitator Christy Biillings, will meet March 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 6 p.m. in Meeting Room 2, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. All veterans, either active or retired, are encouraged to come and share their experiences for their own benefit or to share with family and friends. New members are encouraged to visit to see what the group is all about. To reach Christy Billings, call 860-347-2528 or cbillings@russelllibrary.org

BABY BOUNCE: Baby Bounce at the Deep River Library will be held March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 10:30 a.m. Join us for a story time for babies, newborn to 24 months. Older siblings may attend. Free.

Friday, March 2

FUN FRIDAYS: The Deep River Library’s Fun Friday will be held March 2, 16 and 23 at 10:30 a.m. Stories and songs in an interactive setting, followed by craft and open play. Perfect for the preschool set. Free. AUTHOR TALK: Jamie Cat Callan, “Parisian Charm School,” March 2, 7 p.m. at Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore, 413 Main St., Middletown. Free. Details at Wesleyan.edu/rjjuliabookstore or call 860-6853939 WESLEYAN POTTERS SHOW: Wesleyan Potters recognizes and celebrates its instructors of pottery, jewelry, and weaving with a faculty exhibit in The Gallery/ Shop. The show will feature the creative work of nearly twenty teachers and run from Feb. 28-March 25, with an opening reception and demonstratons Friday, March 2, 6-8 p.m. Wesleyan Potters is located at 350 South Main Street, Middletown. Events are free and the public is welcome. For more information, call 860-347-5925 or visit www.wesleyanpotters.com.

COYOTES IN CONNECTICUT: The East Haddam Library System and the state DEEP will sponsor “Coyotes in Connecticut” the latest presentation in an ongoing wildlife series, Friday, March 2 at 7 p.m. at the East Haddam Grange Hall. The event’s speaker will be Master Wildlife Conservationist Paul Colburn who told us about bobcats in his very interesting and informative PowerPoint presentation. All are welcome to attend.

ART PARTY: Art Party! will be held March 2, 4:30 p.m. in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. For ages 5-9. Celebrate each month with a new creative project. Bring an imagination and a willingness to get messy. Drop in; no registration.

GED TUTORING: Free GED tutoring is available at Adult Education 398 Main Street, Middletown, Days and evenings. Call 860-343-6044 for more information.

SOUP AND SALAD: Town of Durham’s March Soup & Salad luncheon will be held March 2, 12 p.m. in the Durham Activity Center, 350 Main Street, 2nd Floor. Come enjoy lunch and the music of Plywood Cowboy. This program is free to seniors of Durham and Middlefield. Register with Jaclyn 860-349-3153 or at the Durham Activity Center.

Saturday, March 3

IRISH ANCESTORS: Research Your Irish Ancestors, presented by Kathy Gallagher, will be held March 3, 9:30 a.m. at the Godfrey Memorial Library in Middletown. Participants will have time after the presentation to research at the library or get help from an expert; bring a laptop. Cost is $10, free for members. Call 860346-4375 for more info. No pre-registration necessary.

FAMILY HISTORY: Get Expert Help Researching Your Family History with Godfrey Memorial Library researchers on March 3, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. and March 6 and 16, 9:30 a.m. Cost is free to members, $10 for guess. Call 860-346-4375 for more info. No pre-registration necessary.

ART FROM THE ATHENEUM: Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art Docent Diane Macris will give a free illustrated talk on history of and collections in the Wadsworth Atheneum, 4 p.m. March 3, at the Essex Library, 33 West Ave., with a focus on paintings by Frederic Church, Helen Frankenthaler, Picasso, Monet and Renoir. RSVP: 860-767-1560.

DUDLEY FARM MARKET: Dudley Farm Winter Farmers’ Market will be held March 3, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Dudley Farm, corner of Routes 77 and 80. Vendors will demonstrate needle-felting, and the public is offered free lessons to make a felted pendant. For more information, visit dudleyfarm.com or call 203-4570770.

GED TUTORING: Free GED tutoring is available at Adult Education 398 Main Street, Middletown, Days and evenings. Call 860-343-6044 for more information.

THE KERRY BOYS LIVE: The Kerry Boys: Live in Concert, will perform at the Henry Carter Hull Library, Clinton, March 3, 2 p.m. The performance is free. For details call 860-669-2342 or go to hchlibrary.org

CHILI FEST: The Old Saybrook Chamber of Commerce will hold its 22nd Annual Chili Fest on Saturday, March 3, 12-3 p.m., along Main Street, Old Saybrook. This friendly competition, presented by Guilford Savings Bank, features chili from 25 area teams. More than 3,000 people attended last year’s Chili Fest and enjoyed sampling a wide range of chili — from mild to spicy with names like La Jarocha, 50 Shades of Chili, and Golden In-Fern-O. For more information, call 860-388-3266 or go to www.oldsaybrookchamber.com.

BRASS QUINTET CONCERT: The 20/20 Brass Quintet: Hartt School’s Honors Music Program students, will perform a concert March 3, 1:30 p.m. in the Hubbard Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Free.

MERCY HIGH EVENT: “Discover Mercy” at Mercy High School in Middletowon on Saturday, March 3, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. For Grads 5-7. To attend, register at www.mercyhigh.com SPINATHON: GoToFitness Ultimate Training Center, 1385 Newfield St., Middletown, will hold a Spinathon to benefit the Middletown Park and Rec Department, will be held March 3, 9-11 a.m. A portion of the $25 registration fee will be donated to the department. Riders can be part of teams with each participant responsible for the registration fee. All participants receive a water bottle and a t-shirt, with lunch provided after the ride. To register call Jen LaFAve, head trainer, at 860-358-9586 MAD HATTER TEA PARTY: Students K-5th grade are invited to Epoch Arts, 27 Skinner St., East Hampton, for a Mad Hatter Tea Party, March 3, 1-3 p.m. Take some crazy pictures, create some wonderland crafts, dance to some music and eat some yummy food with Alice and her Wonderland friends. Costumes optional; admission is $15.Register online atwww.epocharts.org. Email info@epocharts.org for family discount.

CHURCH DINNER: An all you can eat corned beef dinner will be held March 3, 5-7 p.m. at Third Congregational Church 94 Miner Street Middletown. Dinner includes corned beef, cabbage, carrots, potatoes and rolls with coffee or tea. For dessert, Hershey ice cream with homemade shamrock cookies. Adult $12, children under 12 $6.00. Take out available.

Sunday, March 4

SUNDAY WORSHIP: Worship with Eucharist, 9 a.m.; 10:30 a.m.: Sunday School and Confirmation class, 10:30 a.m., at Faith Lutheran Church, 300 Washington St., Middletown. For more information go to www.faithelcamiddletown.org.

WRITING GROUPS EVENT: CT Writing Groups: Finding Critique Partners and Writing Groups, will be held March 4, 12 p.m. at Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore, 413 Main St., Middletown. Free, no registration required. Details at Wesleyan.edu/ rjjuliabookstore or call 860-685-3939

WOMEN’S DAY: American Association of University Women: International Women’s Day, will be celebrated on Sunday, March 4, 1 p.m. in the Hubbard Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. The celebration will include open discussions, cultural exhibits, entertainment, special guests and refreshments, and is free and open to the public.

WESLEYAN POTTERS SHOW: Wesleyan Potters recognizes and celebrates its instructors of pottery, jewelry, and weaving with a faculty exhibit in The Gallery/ Shop. The show will feature the creative work of nearly twenty teachers and run through March 25. Wesleyan Potters is located at 350 South Main Street, Middletown. Events are free and the public is welcome. For more information, call 860-347-5925 or visit www.wesleyanpotters.com.

Monday, March 5

TEEN TIME: Totally Teen Time is held on Mondays, March 5, 12, 19 and 26, 3 p.m., for grades 7-12 in the Totally Teen Area, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Teen Librarian Heather, will be available in the Teen Area. Laptops will be on hand for homework or gaming. A variety of special programs are scheduled on the second Monday of each month. Drop in; registration is not required. WONDERFUL ONES: Wonderful Ones meets on Mondays, March 5, 12, 19 and 26, 10:30 a.m. in theActivity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. For one year olds (12 to 23 months). Siblings welcome. Drop in; no registration required. IRISH MUSIC: Irish Music Concert with Celtic fiddler Deirdre McMorrow and guitarist/songwriter Paul Pender performing traditional Irish songs will be held Monday, March 5 at 6:30 p.m. at the Durham Public Library. All ages are welcome. Registration suggested: durhamlibrary.org/programregistration MOVIE MATINEE: New Movie Matinee: Professor Marston & the Wonder Women (2017), at the Henry Carter Hull Library, March 5, 1 p.m., free. Details, call 860-6692342 or hchlibrary.org.

Tuesday, March 6

BLOOD DRIVE: The Henry Carter Hull Library, Clinton, will host a Red Cross Blood Drive on Tuesday, March 6, 1-6 p.m. Appointments can be made in advance at redcrossblood.org or by calling 1-800RED-CROSS. Walk-ins welcome.

FAMILY HISTORY: Get Expert Help Researching Your Family History with Godfrey Memorial Library researchers on March 3, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. and March 6 and 16, 9:30 a.m. Cost is free to members, $10 for guess. Call 860-346-4375 for more info. No pre-registration necessary. TERRIFIC TWOS: Twos are Terrific will be held Tuesdays, March 6, 13*, 20 and 27, 10:30 a.m. in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. For 24-25 months with a caregiver. Siblings welcome. Drop in; no registration required. March 13 session meets in the Hubbard Room. BOOK GROUP: Racial Justice Book Group will meet Tuesday, March 6, 6:30 p.m. in Meeting Room 2, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. The discussion is on “The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian” by Sherman Alexie. Copies available for checkout. This book club is open to anyone, Drop in; no registration required. Contact Christy at cbillings@russelllibrary.org or at 60 347-2528 ext 160. WOMEN IN WRITING: Women in Writing: An Evening with CT Author Susan Kietzman, will be held March 6, 5:30 p.m. at the The Henry Carter Hull Library, 10 Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton. The event is free and no registration is needed. For details call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org

Wednesday, March 7

GED TUTORING: Free GED tutoring is available at Adult Education 398 Main Street, Middletown, Days and evenings. Call 860-343-6044 for more information. NURSE ASSOCIATION MEETING: The Wethersfield-Rocky Hill Professional Nurses Association (WRHPNA) will hold its monthly meeting March 7, 7 p.m. in the Pitkin Community Center, 30 Greenfield Street, Wethersfield. Kathryn Tierney, APRN, a family nurse practitioner with the Middlesex Hospital Multispecialty Group, in Middletown, will discuss new pharmacologic treatments for diabetes. All area nurses are invited to attend. For more information on this meeting or the Association please contact Patricia Rinaldi, WRHPNA President, at 860-563-4150. AUTHOR EVENT: Local and Independent Author Event: Dan Blanchard, The Storm, Michael Milardo, Bobby Stitch, Jason Romano, Live to Forgive, will be held March 7, 7 p.m at Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore, 413 Main St., Middletown. Free. Details at Wesleyan.edu/rjjuliabookstore or call 860-685-3939 COYOTES OF CT: Coyotes of CT, presented by Richard Taylor, Master Wildlife Conservationist from the CT DEEP Wildlife Group, will be held March 7, 6 p.m. at the Henry Carter Hull Library, Clinton. For details call 860-669-2342 or visit hchlibrary.org MEMOIR WRITING: A free introductory “Boost Your Brain & Write Your Memoir” workshop will be held on Wednesday, March 14, 10:30 a.m. at Two Wrasslin’ Cats, 374 Town Street, East Haddam. This is part of a workshop series hosted by Maryla Radziszewski and Susan R. Waide. Space is limited to 20 participants. Sign up by March 7 online at contact@morefitct.com or call 860-873-1860. WESLEYAN POTTERS SHOW:

Wesleyan Potters recognizes and celebrates its instructors of pottery, jewelry, and weaving with a faculty exhibit in The Gallery/Shop. The show will feature the creative work of nearly twenty teachers and run through March 25. Wesleyan Potters is located at 350 South Main Street, Middletown. Events are free and the public is welcome. For more information, call 860347-5925 or visit www.wesleyanpotters.com. AUTHOR TALK: Historian, author and librarian Joseph A. Williams, free illustrated talk on his book “The Sunken Gold,” 7 p.m. March 7, Essex Library, 33 West Ave., focus on dramatic details of undersea diving and early 20th century naval operations. RSVP: 860-767-1560.

Thursday, March 8

AUDUBON PROGRAM: Potapaug Audubon presents “Blanding’s Turtle” on Thursday, March 8, 7 p.m., Old Lyme Town Hall, 52 Lyme St. with guest speaker, Emilie Wilder of Zoo New England. This endangered species needs help; the hatchlings are being protected and then raised by school children. Come learn about this unique project. More information at 860710-5811. BRICK BUNCH: The Deep River Library’s Brick Bunch is back on March 8 and March 22; 3:45 - 4:45 p.m. Open Lego play with friends. Free. BABY RHYME TIME: Baby Rhyme Time is held on Thursdays, March 1, 8, 15 and 29, 10:30 a.m. . in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. For babies birth - 12 months and their caregivers. Drop in; no registration.

BABY BOUNCE: Baby Bounce at the Deep River Library will be held March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 10:30 a.m. Join us for a story time for babies, newborn to 24 months. Older siblings may attend. Free. PRESCHOOL STORY HOUR:

Preschool Power Story Hour will be held Thursdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, 1:30 p.m. in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad

Street, Middletown. For ages 3 - 5 (Pre-k through kindergarten) Siblings welcome. Drop in; no registration.

MILITARY WRITING GROUP: We Were There: Writing Your Military Experiences, led by Elizabeth Petry and facilitator Christy Biillings, will meet March 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 6 p.m. in Meeting Room 2, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. All veterans, either active or retired, are encouraged to come and share their experiences for their own benefit or to share with family and friends. New members are encouraged to visit to see what the group is all about. To reach Christy Billings, call 860-347-2528 or cbillings@russelllibrary.org

AUTHOR TALK: Local author Marc Youngquist will discuss his book, “The 143rd in Iraq: Boots on the Ground Training Iraqi Police in Spite of It All,” a historical account of a Connecticut National Guard Military Police Company’s attempt to recruit, train, and prepare an Iraqi Police Force in 2003-2004, on March 8. 7 p.m. at the Durham Public Library. Copies of the book will be available for purchase. Registration suggested: durhamlibrary.org/program-registration