CALENDAR

Saturday, April 17

ALIGNED WITH SOURCE: Saturdays, Aligned with Source with Annaita Gandhy - 10:30 a.m.-noon, free. Buttonwood Tree, 605 Main St., Middletown. Details at buttonwood.org, TheButtonwoodTree@gmail.com or 860-347-4957. Donations are appreciated to help keep the organization serving its mission.

SALE INTO SPRING: Sale Into Spring tag sale, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. April 17, Franciscan Life Center, 271 Finch Avenue, Meriden. Furniture, artwork, sporting equipment, vintage pieces, household items, and a tote for $10 will all be for sale. Proceeds from this tag sale benefit the mission of the Franciscan Life Center and Franciscan Home Care and Hospice Care. For everyone’s safety, we are requiring facemasks and social distancing. Visit flcenter.org or franciscanhc.org for more information.

EPOCH TICKETS ON SALE: “Across the Line,”n original Breaking Silences Theater Production at Epoch Arts, 27 Skinner St., East Hampton, is scheduled for April 24 at 1 and5 p.m. and April 25 at 1 p.m. The performances will be held outdoors, rain or shine. Tickets must be purchased online and masks are required. To reserve, to go www.epocharts.org. Due to social distancing, space is limited for the three shows.

AG SCHOLARSHIP: For the 36th year, Middlesex County Farm Bureau Agricultural scholarship applications are now available at county high school guidance offices and from the Middlesex County Farm Bureau office. Applicants must be residents of Middlesex County; attending school in Middlesex County; or a Middlesex County Farm Bureau family member. College students and high school seniors are eligible to apply for the scholarship. The deadline is May 1. For further information, or an application, interested students should contact Middlesex County Farm Bureau, Inc. at 860-349-1250 or semintz43@gmail.com

SPRING CRAFT FAIR: Outdoor Spring Craft Fair at Henry Carter Hull Library, Killingworth Turnpike, Clinton, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. April 17. For information, call 860-669-2342 or email sarah@hchlibrary.org

CHAMBER FOOD DRIVE: Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce’s Real Estate Council will host a food drive, 10 a.m-2 p.m. April 17, at ShopRite of Cromwell, 47 Shunpike Rd. Cromwell. All donated food will go to those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and will be facilitated by the Amazing Grace Food Pantry and St. Vincent DePaul.

ROSE GARDEN CLEANUP: Volunteers are invited to the New Britain Rose Garden in Walnut Hill Park at 9 a.m. April 17, prepare the garden for the new season. The work will continue till 12 noon. Rain date is April 24. Bring gardening tools and gloves, if you have any. Refreshments will be provided. Noe: social distancing measures will be observed

OPEN HOUSE: CELC MIddle School Virtual Open House, 10-11 a.m. April 17, on Zoom. RSVP to ctexperiential.org/open-house/ or call 203.433.4658. Limited openings are available still for the 2021-22 academic year.

CHOCOLATE RESCUE: Columbus House’s Chocolate to the Rescue event features confections from local chocolate artisans and an online presentation, all to benefit our Middlesex Family Shelter. First 100 guests can ejoy creations by regional makers, then attend an online presentation after, as well as a virtual tour of the shelter. Chocolates available for pickup at the New Haven Shelter or theSanseer office in Middletown, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. May 16. To order, go to https://rb.gy/ihwag9

SWAN DAYCT: Dance, music and a talk by domestic violence awareness advocate Sarah Gallardo of Sarah Speaks Up are featured at “Love yourself” the theme for the 2021 Swan Day CT, at 3 p.m. April 17. Watch at www.facebook.com/SWANDAYCT/). Donations are welcome.

ALB SHOW: The Art League of New Britain at 30 Cedar Street in New Britain is Opening an art show April 17 of works by CT women, opening 1-3 p.m. For information call 860-229 -1484 or go to alnb.org

Sunday, April 18

ARTIST TALK: The Ivoryton Library will host a Zoom event with Marc-Yves Regis, a Connecticut poet, author and photojournalist, will talk about his work at 4 p.m. April 18 on Zoom. Regis is the author of multiple books, including “Haiti Through My Eyes” “Two Good Feet,” and “After the Shock.” To register, go to ivorytonlibrary.org/events-2/.

REIKI CLASS: Reiki Level 1 Class, Buttonwood Tree, 605 Main St., Middletown, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., April 18, April 25, $150 members, $160 guests. Email for more info or see Buttonwood.org.

TUTORING SERVICES: Literacy Volunteers Valley Shore offers individual, flexible and free English Basic and English as a Second Language tutoring to all adult residents in its shoreline service area. LVVS is now accepting applications for residents to become a student and receive tutoring services from our volunteer tutors. Tutors assist students to read, write, and speak English and focus on the student’s work and life skills. Student applications can be obtained at www.lvvs.org under the student portal, or contact LVVS by emailing info@lvvs.org or calling 860-399-0280.

SUMMER CAMP: Registraion is now open for Country School’s Summer Fun and Learning Program. The camp is not limited to students at The Country School; children in grades PreS-8 are welcome to attend the week-long programs, all of which take place on the school’s 23-acre campus in Madison. Sessions begin June 14. Learn more at www.thecountryschool.org.

MEN’S DAY WORSHIP: Cross Street AME Zion Church, 440 West St., Middletown, is holding a Men’s Day drive-through service at 10 p.m. April 18, with special guest the Rev. Kelcy G.L. Steele, pastory of Varick Memorial AME Zion Church, New Haven. A 4 p.m., a second service will be presented on Zoom and YouTube with special guest preacher, the Rev. Eldren D. Morrison of Shaw Temple AME Zion, Smyrna, Ga. To attend on Zoom, go to zoom.us/join, ID number 959 628 798, or go to the church’s Facebook page or YouTube. For information, call the church at 860-344-9527.

CROMWELL WORSHIP: First Congregational Church, 355 Main Street, Cromwell, is holding in person services on Sunday mornings at 9:30 a.m. Masks must be worn at all times; social distancing is practiced and temperatures are taken prior to entering the sanctuary. Visit www.fcccromwell.org to learn what we have done to keep all attending safe or contact our church office at 860-635-4806. General parking is just north of the church and handicapped parking is available along the side of the church for those requiring assistance. Services can also be seen live on Facebook at First Congregational Church Cromwell, or on the website.

NUTMEG VOTING: Vote for your favorite Nutmeg Nominee. See www.durhamlibrary.org to place your vote (click on Kids tab). Voting ends on April 30.

Monday, April 19

OPEN MIC: Anything Goes Open Mic with Moments of Gratitude, Mondays, 7 p.m., free, Buttonwood Tree, 605 Main St., Middletown. Details at buttonwood.org TheButtonwoodTree@gmail.com or 860-347-4957. Donations are appreciated to help keep the organization serving its mission.

GOLF CENTER SCHOLARSHIP: Essex Indoor Golf Center is offering a scholarship in support of local high school golf team members pursuing higher education opportunities. High school Golf Team seniors who reside in the Connecticut towns of Chester, Clinton, Deep River, Essex, Lyme, Madison, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook, or Westbrook, and are now enrolled in either a public or private high school are eligible and encouraged to apply. Scholarship details and application can be found at https://essexindoorgolf.com/scholarship/. The deadline is May 1.

BORDER GARDENS: Creating a Perennial Border Garden, 7 p.m., April 19 on Zoom. Learn how to create a sunny perennial garden! See www.durhamlibrary.org to register.

BACKYARD ADVENTURES: Take and make Backyard Adventurers. April 19, for ages 4-7. To register for the kits, see www.durhamlibrary.org (click on the KIDS tab).

SHAD MUSEUM OPENING: Haddam Shad Museum, 212 Saybrook Road, Higganum, will be open from 10 a.m.-3 p.m .April 4 to June 13. The Shad Museum, founded by Dr. Joseph Zaientz of Haddam Neck, focuses on the importance of the Shad fishing industry to Haddam and the lower Connecticut River Valley. For safety reasons, appointments are required by calling 860-3452400. Social distancing and masks are also required. To make an appointment online go to www.haddamshadmuseum.com or www.haddamhistory.org.

JOB PROGRAMS: Those who lost their jobs during the pandemic or can’t find work because you lack a high school diploma, Middletown Adult Education’s Free programs can teach the skills needed for a new job. Middletown Adult Education is providing instruction online and in-person. CDC guidelines and sanitation protocols are in place for in-person instruction to ensure a safe learning environment. For more information on how to get started, call 860-343-6044.

Tuesday, April 20

LAUGHTER YOGA: Laughter Yoga, Buttonwood Tree, Middletown, 7 p.m., April 20, free, donations welcome. See Buttonwood.org for Zoom access.

VACCINE CLINIC: Cross Street AME Zion Church, 440 West St., holds a weekly COVID-19 vaccine clinic on Tuesdays. Appointments are necessary for initial doses, given between 1 and 4 p.m., and second shots, 9 a.m. to noon. Participants must wear a face mask and loose-fitting clothes, be 45 or older, a health-care worker, or congregate resident/staff to be eligible. Photo identification is required. For information, call 860-817-3330 or email csfaithbaseclinic@gmail.com.

TED TALKS: TED Talks Online: “Poetry Is Power” Henry Carter Hull Library, Clinton, 9:30 a.m., April 20, free, registration required. Email sarah@hchlibrary.org to sign up

CHESS CLUB STARTING: Play or improve your skills with Coach Joe in an online chess club with the Deep River Library. Beginners and budding grand masters are all welcome, from kindergarten through grade 12. Registration is required for the Zoom meeting link. Participants must sign up for a free account on https:// www.chess.com prior to the program. Registering for this program will automatically enroll you in both May 5 and May 19 classes. For more information, go to deepriverlibrary.accountsupport.com and click on our monthly calendar, or call the library at 860-526-6039.

Wednesday, April 21

PLAY D&D ON ZOOM: Zoom Dungeons & Dragons. Wednesdays at 7 p.m., for grades 7 and up. See www.durhamlibrary.org (Click on the Kids tab) to register.

LIBRARY FUNDRAISER: Buy a Bag, Support Your Library: Clinton Stop & Shop supports Henry Carter Hull Library, April 1-30, during store hours. For information, call Sarah Borgnis-Tobin at 860-669-2342 or email sarah@hchlibrary.org

Thursday, April 22

GOTTA’S OPEN MIC: Thursdays, Bob Gotta's Open Mic, 7 p.m., free. Buttonwood Tree, 605 Main St., Middletown. Details at buttonwood.org, TheButtonwoodTree@gmail.com or 860-3474957. Donations are appreciated to help keep the organization serving its mission.

DURHAM MARKET: The Durham Farmers' Market located on the Town Green, opened for the season April 8, and continues on Thursdays through the fall from 3-6:30 p.m. with a wide variety of vendors, food trucks and activities. The lineup of food trucks for the season will be available on the information board next to the market booth.