CALENDAR

Thursday, June 14

AUTHOR TALK: Anthony Pioppi: The Finest Nines and To the Nines, June 14, 7 p.m., at Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore, 413 Main St., Middletown. Details at Wesleyan.edu/rjjuliabookstore or call 860-6853939.

TENT REVIVAL: The Fishermen Ministry will hold a weeklong Christian Tent Revival at Markham Meadows Campground, Markham Roadd in East Hampton, beginning Monday, June 11 and running through Saturday, June 16. Meetings will begin each night at 7 p.m. with praise and worship led by Steven H. Atherton. All are welcome. Learn more at www.thefishermenministry.org

BABY RHYME TIME: Baby Rhyme Time meets June 7, 14, 21, 28, 10:30 a.m. in the Activity Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Sing songs, learn rhymes, finger plays and more in this fun, interactive program.For babies birth - 12 months and their caregivers. Drop in; no registration.

BABY BOUNCE: Baby Bounce at the Deep River Public Library, on June 7, 14; 10:30 a.m. Join us for a story time for babies, newborn to 24 months. Simple stories and songs, followed by play and social time. Older siblings may attend. No registration required.

MILITARY WRITING GROUP: We Were There: Writing Your Military Experiences, will meet Thursdays, June 7, 14, 21, and 28, 6:30 p.m. in Meeting Room 2, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Author Elisabeth Petry will continue to lead The Veterans' Writing Group which invites veterans to share their stories and photos in their own voices. All veterans, either active or retired, are encouraged to come and share their experiences. The workshop facilitator is Christy Billings. She can be reached at 860-347-2528 x 160 or cbillings@russelllibrary.org. Sponsored by the Friends of the Russell Library.

AUTHOR TALK: Anthony Pioppi: “The Finest Nines and To the Nines,” June 14, 7 p.m., free, at Wesleyan R.J. Julia Bookstore, 413 Main St., Middletown. Details at Wesleyan.edu/rjjuliabookstore or call 860-685-3939

HEALTH TALK: A Health Education Talk: Oh My Aching Joints, June 14, 6:30 p.m. in the Hubbard Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. Learn effective strategies to cope with pain and improve mobility. Sponsored by Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine Centers of Middletown.

OPEN HOUSE, SHOE DRIVES: WHIS will hold an open house June 9, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and will continue its Shoes for Orphan Souls shoe drive. New shoes will also be collected June 11-15, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. All sizes and types of brand new shoes are accepted, greatest need is for athletic or canvas shoes, sizes Youth 1 to Adult 10. For more information, contact Shawn Spurrier at 1-866-774-SHOE or e-mail sspurrier@buckner.org. CONCERT IN THE GARDEN: Leif Nilsson Spring Street Studio and Gallery at One Spring Street, Chester, CT presents the next Concert in the Garden with Eric Fresia and opener Arrowhead, June 14, 7-9 p.m. Admission $20, outdoor seating, inside if it rains. BYOB.

Friday, June 15

SUMMER READING: Acton Public Library’s summer reading program for children infant to grade 5begins on June 15 and runs through Aug. 4. Go to WANDOO READER, the statewide online summer reading log and follow the link at www.actonlibrary.org or come into the library to track your time, write book reviews and claim prizes. All reading counts, including being read to, or reading to someone else. Earn a reading buck for every 20 minutes to ‘spend’ at the library’s general store and “purchase” pet food at the library to help feed shelter animals.

TENT REVIVAL: The Fishermen Ministry will hold a weeklong Christian Tent Revival at Markham Meadows Campground, Markham Roadd in East Hampton, beginning Monday, June 11 and running through Saturday, June 16. Meetings will begin each night at 7 p.m. with praise and worship led by Steven H. Atherton. All are welcome. Learn more at www.thefishermenministry.org

FAMILY HISTORY: Get expert help researching your family history at the Godfrey Memorial Library, 134 Newfield St., Middletown, June 2, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., June 5, June 15, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Free to members, $10 session for guests. Bring your laptop. Call 860-346-4375 for more info. No pre-registration necessary.

CAT TALES WALK-A-THON: Cat Tales will hold its annual Walk-A-Thon/Run on Saturday, June 23, to raise awareness and funding for cats and kittens. The event is rain or shine and is held at Middlesex Community College’s upper parking lot, 100 Training Hill Road, Middletown. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. Walk/run begins at 10:30 a.m. Go to http://www.cattalesct.org/walk-a-thonrun/ to register, view the details. To donate or sponsor a Cat Tales participant, go to https://www.crowdrise.com/2018CatTalesWalkRun. Friendly dogs on a leash are encouraged to join the walk; water stations provided on the trail. For information email info@CatTalesCT.org or call 860-3449043.

OPEN HOUSE, SHOE DRIVES: WHIS will hold an open house June 9, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and will continue its Shoes for Orphan Souls shoe drive. New shoes will also be collected June 11-15, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. All sizes and types of brand new shoes are accepted, greatest need is for athletic or canvas shoes, sizes Youth 1 to Adult 10. For more information, contact Shawn Spurrier at 1-866-774-SHOE or e-mail sspurrier@buckner.org.

FUN FRIDAY: Fun Friday at the Deep River Public Library, June 1, 8, 15; 10:30 am. Stories and songs in an interactive setting, followed by craft and open play. Perfect for the preschool set.

Saturday, June 16

STORY TIME: Story Time! Ocean Meets Sky, June 16, 10:30 a.m,. at Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore, 413 Main St., Middletown.. Details at Wesleyan.edu/rjjuliabookstore or call 860-685-3939

TOWN WIDE TAG SALE: East Hampton's Town Wide Tag Sale Day, sponsored by the Chatham Historical Society, will be held on Saturday, June 16. Over 60 tag sale sites will be located on free maps in the Town Hall parking lot and at the intersection of Main and Barton Hill. Find vendors at the museum grounds at 6 Bevin Blvd. Look for the CHS sign and balloons indicating the registered sites. Park on only one side of all streets to avoid bottlenecks and space for emergency vehicles. The rain date June 23.

TENT REVIVAL: The Fishermen Ministry will hold a weeklong Christian Tent Revival at Markham Meadows Campground, Markham Roadd in East Hampton, beginning Monday, June 11 and running through Saturday, June 16. Meetings will begin each night at 7 p.m. with praise and worship led by Steven H. Atherton. All are welcome. Learn more at www.thefishermenministry.org

STAEHLY WINERY: Come, Sip, Stay, Play, celebration of man’s best friend, a day out at the winery, will be held Saturday, June 16, 12-6 p.m. The fundraising event features local shelter dogs available for adoption from Connecticut Animal House. Dogs that are crowd friendly, vaccinated, and on fixed-length non-retractable leashes are welcome and can join a mile-long hike through the farm and other activities. Food and beverage trucks available. Full event details are available on the Farm’s website at www.staehlys.com/cssp

BANDS AT HARBOR PARK: An afternoon of music by local bands with vendors, food trucks, arts and crafts and other activities, will be held June 16, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. at Harbor Park,Middletown. Bands include (in order of appearance) Old Lyme Town Band, 11 a.m, Westerly Band, 12 p.m., South Windsor Community Band, 1 p.m., Farmington Valley Band, 2 p.m., Simsbury Band, 3 p.m., Solid Oak Band, 4 p.m., Middletown High School Jazz Band, 5 p.m., Middletown Symphonic Band,. 6 p.m. Admission is free, and parking is available in Melilli Plaza.

COMMUNITY ART PROJECT: On the River: A Community Art Project, will be held June 16, 10:30 a.m. in the Hubbard Room, Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown. In this hands-on art class, participants will work together to create a mural based on a well-known piece of art. Materials provided, or bring your own. Registration suggested; drop-ins accepted if there’s room. Call the Information Desk at 860-347-2520. Sponsored by the Friends of the Russell Library.

DUDLEY FARM MARKET: The Dudley Farm Farmers’ Market meets from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 2351 Durham Rd, Guilford. Susan Peak, songwriter, singer, and instrumentalist, of Studio Blue Guitar, will perform. Children’s Corner (10 a.m.-11:30 a.m.) with story-telling with Barbara Kiesel. Vendors will offer local and organic food. For more information, call 203-457-0770, visit www.dudleyfarm.com, or Facebook: Dudley Farm Farmers’ Market.

FAMILY HISTORY: Write Your Family History with help from the writing group at the Godfrey Memorial Library, 134 Newfield St., Middletown. Meeting is June 16, 9:30-11 a.m. Free to members, $10 per session. Bring a laptop. Call 860-346-4375 for more information. No pre-registration necessary.

Sunday, June 17

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

Monday, June 18

CAT TALES WALK-A-THON: Cat Tales will hold its annual Walk-A-Thon/Run on Saturday, June 23, to raise awareness and funding for cats and kittens. The event is rain or shine and is held at Middlesex Community College’s upper parking lot, 100 Training Hill Road, Middletown. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. Walk/run begins at 10:30 a.m. Go to http://www.cattalesct.org/walk-a-thon-run/ to register, view the details. To donate or sponsor a Cat Tales participant, go to https:// www.crowdrise.com/2018CatTalesWalkRun. Friendly dogs on a leash are encouraged to join the walk; water stations provided on the trail. For information email info@CatTalesCT.org or call 860-3449043.

DIGITAL LIFE: Manage Your Digital Life at the Durham Library will be held Monday, June 18 at 7 p.m. Learn how to keep and organize your files, photos, and online accounts so that you can find what you need, when you need it. Registration suggested. Register online at http://www.durhamlibrary.org/programregistration/

Tuesday, June 19

CAT TALES WALK-A-THON: Cat Tales will hold its annual Walk-A-Thon/Run on Saturday, June 23, to raise awareness and funding for cats and kittens. The event is rain or shine and is held at Middlesex Community College’s upper parking lot, 100 Training Hill Road, Middletown. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. Walk/run begins at 10:30 a.m. Go to http://www.cattalesct.org/walk-a-thon-run/ to register, view the details. To donate or sponsor a Cat Tales participant, go to https:// www.crowdrise.com/2018CatTalesWalkRun. Friendly dogs on a leash are encouraged to join the walk; water stations provided on the trail. For information email info@CatTalesCT.org or call 860-3449043. MYSTERY BOOK GROUP: The Durham Library’s Mystery Book Discussion group will meet Tuesday, June 19 at 7:30 p.m to discuss Magpie Murders by Anthony Horowitz. Copies of the book are available at the library. Drop in.

STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL: St. Bridget's Annual Strawberry Festival, Tuesday, June 19, from 6-8 p.m. in the church hall, 75 Moodus-Leesville Road, Moodus. $6 for a generous serving, enjoy freshpicked berries and real whipped cream on an old-fashioned biscuit. Children's portions, $3. Beverages are included. Take-out orders, including beverages, will also be available. Raffle tickets for theme baskets will be sold, with the winning tickets to be drawn that night. Tickets are $1, or 6 for $5.

TED TALK: TED Talk meets at the Henry Carter Hull Library on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 9:30 a.m. for a discussion of engaging ideas and topics guided by a curated selection of TED Talk short films. The topic for June 19 is Surprising Stories from the Animal Kingdom, presented by Lynn Hidek. Free.