CALENDAR

Thursday Oct. 11

OPEN HOUSE: Civil Air Patrol Open House will be held Oct. 11, 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. at the Torrington Armory, 153 South Main Street Torrington. Learn how to serve the community with integrity, excellence and respect. For questions or more info go to: www.capct062,org/860-940-1767

HARWINTON GARDEN CLUB: The Harwinton Garden Club will meet on Thursday, Oct. 11, 7 p.m. at the Harwinton Senior Center, 209 Weingart Road. “Jeff the Plant Guy” will present “Plants that Clean the Air”. He will share his knowledge on day and night oxygen producing plants, plants that clean office toxins, and the best plants for the home. Guests are welcome for $5.

GEOLOGIST PROGRAM: Geologist Ray Underwood, a Washington resident and native of New Preston/Marbledale, will present “A Look Back through Geologic Time (The Real Reason New Preston and Washington Seem Worlds Apart)” Oct. 11, 6:30 p.m. at the Gunn Memorial Library in Washington. To register, email gunnprograms@biblio.org or call 860-8687586

SUSTAINING RURAL COMMUNITIES: “Northwest ConneCT: High-speed broadband Internet and the Sustainability of Our Rural Communities,” presented by Felicia Jones, will be held Oct. 11, 6 p.m. at the Scoville Memorial Library, Salisbury.

that Care 6th Annual Fundraiser will be held OCt. 11, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at The Village at East Farms, 180 Scott Road, Waterbury. Tickets are $45 each and can be purchased at The Harold Leever Cancer Center, The Village at East Farms, at Quilts that Care Headquarters, 130 Scott Rd, Waterbury, CT 06705 or call 860 782-1043. Email Deborah@quiltsthatcare.org for more information.

CHESS CLUB: The Litchfield County Chess Club meets Thursdays at the Torrington Library, 12 Daycoeton Place, Torrington, from 5:30 to 7:45 p.m. on Thursdays. The informal club has held several meetings. Membership is free — just show up and play. Adults, teens and older children with an adult are welcome. There are plenty of boards and pieces, or bring your own. For information, call Alan at 850-430-9317.

DUPLICATE BRIDGE: Duplicate Bridge at the Sullivan Senior Center, East Albert Street, Torrington, Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. to noon. For information, call John Townsend at 860-567-0671. Leave a message, he will return your call. Bringing a partner is encouraged but not required. Games are now free of charge.

HALLOWEEN DANCE: The Winsted Lions Club Halloween Dance will be held Saturday, Oct. 20, at Chatterleys Banquet Facility, Torrington, 7-11 p.m. Tickets are $25 per person, advance tickets recommended. Music by Night Moves, hot hors d’oeuvres, coffee and a cash bar is included. Costumes are encouraged and prizes will be awarded. For tickets call Blanche Sewell at 860-489-8656 or Joe at 860-921-6644

Friday Oct. 12

CANDIDATES DEBATE: The Lakeville Journal and the League of Women Voters of Litchfield County will once again co-sponsor a candidates’ debate for those running for the state 64th House and 30th Senate districts. All are invited to attend this open and free event. It will be held at Housatonic Valley Regional High School in Room 133 at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 12.

COLUMBUS DAY: Torrington UNICO’s Columbus Day 2018 celebration will be held Friday starting at 8:30 a.m. with a wreath-laying ceremony at Columbus Square, followed at 9 a.m. at the Coe Memorial Park Civic Center, with speakers, music, dancing by the Nutmeg Conservatory of Dance students, and honoring this year’s Italian Mayor of the Day, Sam V. LaRocco. For information, call Peggy Hotchkiss, Torrington Chapter of UNICO at 860- 601- 8508.

BINGO: St. Maron’s Church, 613 Main St., Torrington, holds bingo games every Monday and Friday. Doors open at 4 p.m. Early bingo beings at 6 p.m., with progressive jackpots and food for sale.

COLEBROOK GATHERING: The Colebrook Historical Society invites you to a social gathering Oct. 12, 7 p.m. at the Seymour Inn in Colebrook, featuring a presentation by John Auclair. After a successful career running a manufacturing firm with his brothers, John had a different vision for his life. His dream was to create his own brewery. “My Next Act” traces John’s journey as he worked to make his dream a reality. All are welcome and the program is free. For further information contact Carol Lord at carol.9508@yahoo.com or 860-738-8244.

PASTA DINNER, FUNDRAISER: Friendly Hands Food Bank will hold a pasta dinner and auction, Friday, Oct. 12, 5-7:30 p.m. at St. Francis/St. Peters School Cafeteria, 360 Prospect St., Torrington. Tickets $12 adults, free for children under 6. Food prepared by Scarpelli’s. Tickets avaialble at Friendly Hands, 50 King St., Torrington, or at the door. For information call 860 482-3338.

SUICIDE SERIES: The Beekley Library and Dr. Cara Latizzori Nguyen, Psy.D, invite the Northwest Regional 7 Community to a free three part series held at the Beekley Library. Call 860-379-7235 to reserve your space. Oct. 12, 6:30 p.m., the topic is Surviving Loss by Suicide. Grief is often compounded by the nature of the loss, particularly if the loss was due to death by suicide. Join us for a discussion of what some common themes are and an overview of resources that may be helpful for those looking for assistance.

PAINTING CLUB: Shades of Northwest Hills Decorative Painting Club will meet on Friday, Oct. 12 at 6:30 p.m. at the South End Firehouse, Antolini Road, New Hartford. Club members, Lori Thibodeau and Mary Guilfoile will present a project for Breast Cancer Awareness month, a painted night light. For more information call Mary at 860-482-7416. A picture of the project can be found on the Shades Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/pages/Shades-of-NorthwestHills/328349210522724

Saturday Oct. 13

LITCHFIELD HILLS AUDUBON: The Litchfield Hills Audubon will take part in a sparrow search with Western CT Bird Club member Russ Naylor, at the Bent of the River Audubon Center in Southbury, Saturday, Oct. 13. For information and directions call 203-841-7779.

JUNIOR AUDUBON: The Litchfield Hills Junior Audubon holds events for young members. If interested, call Donna Rose Smith at 203-706-0474. Membership is free.

BINGO: Sons of Italy, Center Street, Torrington, hosts bingo games Saturday, 4-9:30 p.m. Doors open at 4 p.m., games begin at 6 p.m. For information, call the lodge at 860-489-1226.

CANADIAN HORSE EXPO: The first ever Canadian Horse Expo will be Oct. 13, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Harwinton Fairgrounds, 80 Locust Road, Harwinton. The day will consist of under-saddle/inharness demonstrations, equine-related seminars and clinics as well as a Breeder’s Barn featuring farms, horses for sale and stallions standing at stud from Canada and the US. Vendors and food onsite. The Expo provides a rare opportunity for horse enthusiasts of all disciplines to meet this endangered breed. Entry is $5 for those 14 and over. Voluntary donation for children under 14. For more information, see our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/canadianhorseexpo

RUN & WAG RACE: The Little Guild of St. Francis animal shelter will hold its 5th annual Run & Wag 5k Race, Saturday, Oct. 13, with festivities beginning at 10 a.m. and the race starting at 12 p.m .For more information, visit www.littleguild.org or call 860-672-6346.

TAVERN NIGHT: Squire’s Tavern Night hosted by the Barkhamsted HIstorical Society will be held Saturday, Oct. 13, 7 p.m. Guests can enjoy old fashioned food, drinks, games, music and Contra Dancing afterwards in the Ballroom at 8 p.m. Tickets $15, free under 12, and may be purchased at the Tavern Wednesdays, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and Sundays, 1 p.m .to 4 p.m. Dress in period clothing if you wish. For information, call Noreen 860-7381152.

HALLOWEEN BASH: The Torrington Library’s Not-So-Spooky Halloween Bash will be held Saturday, Oct. 13, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Admission is $1 per child / $2 per adult. $10 maximum for a family. Advance tickets available at the Library now. All proceeds will benefit the library. The part will include games, a Jack O’Lantern contest, a haunted house and refreshments for sale.

FINDING AN ADVISOR: “The Truth Shall Set Your Wallet Free: Secrets to Finding the Perfect Financial Advisor” by author Nicholas Stuller, will be held Oct. 13, 4 p.m. at the Scoville Memorial Library, Salisbury. Aimed at debunking the myths that prevent people from achieving their wealth goals, Stuller reveals an objective view of investment advisory world.

WRITING WORKSHOP: Generative Writing Workshop led by Virginia Watkins at the Scoville Memorial Library, Salisbury, 10 a.m. One or both workshops may be attended although the greatest benefit will be realized by attending both. Watkins is a writer, writing coach and workshop leader with extensive experience and a real love of working with other writers. Meets in the Oak Room.

UNDERSTANDING MEDICARE: Understanding Medicare presented by Margaret Ackley, Oct. 13, 10 a.m. at the Scoville Memorial Library, Salisbury. Each attendee will receive a “Medicare Guide,” an easy-to-use reference for understanding Medicare options and frequently used Medicare language. For information, contact Margaret directly at 860-3616029 or Margaret@ackleyis.com

NORFOLK FARMERS MARKET: The Norfolk Farmers Market will be held on Saturdays through October, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at 19 Maple Avenue. For details and weekly events visit www.norfolkfarmersmarket.org.

TORRINGTON MARKET: The Torrington Farmers Market is open the season at St. Paul’s Church on Charles Street, Torrington, Tuesdays from 3-6 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. and will continue weekly through October. Local farmers will have fresh produce, baked goods, honey, maple syrup, soaps, crafts, and other seasonal items for sale.

LLAMA WALK: Take a Llama Walk with Debbie Labbe from Country Quilt Llama Farm, Oct. 13, 10 a.m. at White Memorial Conservation Center, Litchfield. $20 per person. Meet in the Museum parking lot. Call Debbie from Country Quilt Llama Farm at 860-248-0355 to pre-register or to schedule a private llama walk.

FUNGUS AMONG US: Fungus Among Us with Dave Paton, Oct. 13, 10 a.m. at White Memorial Conservation Center, Litchfield. The program begins with a brief introduction in the Ceder Room to view some specimens. Dress for the weather. Members: $15, $30 guests. Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. Call 860-567-0857 or go to www.whitememorialcc.org Class is limited to 30 participants.

ART SHOW: Art Show Opening and Reception: Marlow Shami, Oct. 13, 6-8 p.m. at White Memorial Conservation Center, Litchfield, in the A.B. Ceder Room. Shami’s work is commissioned by private collectors and shown in regional and national juried shows; learn more at www.marlowshami.com The reception is free; pre-register at 860-567-0857 or go to www.whitememorialcc.org .

BEAN HOLE SUPPER: A bean hole baked beans and ham supper with homemade potato salad, cole slaw, and desserts, rolls and beverages will be held at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church Saturday, Oct. 13, 93 River Road (Rt. 181) in Pleasant Valley (Barkhamsted). Seatings at 5, 6, and 7 p.m. Adults $12, Children 6-12 $5. Reservations requested; call 860-379-9398.

AUTUMN WALK, DRUMMING: Wisdom House Retreat and Conference Center will host “Autumn Drumming and Labyrinth

Walk” on Saturday, Oct. 13, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Elizabeth Schmidt and Susan Strand will present the program. The fee is $10 per person. For additional information call 860-567-3163, email programs@widomhouse.org , or visit www.wisdomhouse.org

COOKING DEMONSTRATION: A cooking demonstration, “From Wisdom’s Table: A Twist on the Classic Grilled Cheese,” will be given at Wisdom House Retreat and Conference Center on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2-3:30 P.M. Chef Margaret Jacobs is presenting. Fee $25. For additional information call (860) 567-3163, email programs@widomhouse.org , or visit www.wisdomhouse.org

GRACEFUL AGING: “Aging Gracefully and Powerfully” will be offered at Wisdom House Retreat and Conference Center on Saturday, Oct. 13, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Laura McEvoy, MS will present the program. The fee for the program is $60 and includes lunch. For additional information call 860567-3163, email programs@widomhouse.org , or visit www.wisdomhouse.org

MEDICARE BASICS: Navigating the Medicare Basics, with Margaret Ackley, will be held Oct.13, 10 a.m. at the Scoville Memorial Library, Salisbury. The program is free. For additional information call 860-435-2838

SCHOOL FUNDRAISER: Torrington Ford will hold a Drive 4UR School Fundraiser Saturday, Oct. 13, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. "Take a Test Drive for THS Music" and support the Torrington High School Music Department. For information, call Torrington Ford, Donna Puzacke at 860-489-4133.

FINANCIAL ADVICE: Secrets to Finding the Perfect Financial Advisor with author Nicholas Stuller will be held Saturday, Oct. 13, 5 p.m. at the Scoville Memorial Library, Salisbury. The program is free. For details go to ScovilleLibrary.org

LARC JOB FAIR: LARC will host a job fair on Saturday, Oct. 13, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at LARC, 314 Main Street, Torrington. LARC’s programs serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities have been expanding. As a result, all shifts and positions are in need of Job Coaches, Recreational Specialists, Residential Counselors, Direct Support Professionals, and Drivers. Attendees should come prepared for a pre-interview and should bring the following documentation: a valid State of Connecticut Driver’s License, Social Security Card, Diploma or GED certificate, any training certifications, a resume, and professional references. For more information, including job descriptions, please visit: www.litchfieldarc.org/job-fair.

REMEMBERING BEIRUT: David Seelye, Chairman of the Connecticut Beirut Memorial Committee and Post 44 of the American Legion of Bantam will celebrate the lives of troops who were killed while in Beirut on a peace-keeping-mission during the Lebanese Civil War, Oct. 13, 1 p.m. at the All Wars Memorial, Route 202 in Bantam. The public is welcome. For details email post44.bantam@gmail.com

BOOKS AND BARGAINS: The United Methodist Church of Litchfield will hold a "Books & Bargains" tag sale of gently used items and books on Saturday, Oct. 13, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at 69 West St., near the western end of the Litchfield town green. For more information, go to litchfieldumc.org or call the church at 860567-5022.

MORRIS FALL FESTIVAL:A Morris Fall Festival will be held Saturday, Oct. 13, at the Morris Town Beach- East Shore Rd, Morris, 1-5 p.m. Admission is free to all and the event will include, food trucks, live music, balloon animals, pumpkin and face painting as well as a dunk tank featuring Tom Weik- First Selectmen of Morris; Erica Mathews- Morris Selectmen; Chris Leone- Region 6 Superintendent of Schools; Sabin Loveland- Wamogo Principle; and Robert Ebner- Morris Fire Company Chief. Advance tickets for the ball drop raffle are available by phone call or text to 860-7956516 or by email to Morrisctgop@gmail.com. Tickets will also be on sale the day of the event.

Sunday Oct. 14

HALLOWEEN DANCE: The Winsted Lions Club Halloween Dance will be held Saturday, Oct. 20, at Chatterleys Banquet Facility, Torrington, 7-11 p.m. Tickets are $25 per person, advance tickets recommended. Music by Night Moves, hot hors d’oeuvres, coffee and a cash bar is included. Costumes are encouraged and prizes will be awarded. For tickets call Blanche Sewell at 860-4898656 or Joe at 860-921-6644.

CARS FOR KIDS: Valley Collector Car Club (VCCC), and the Litchfield Hills Historical Automobile Club (LHHAC) will collaborate with the Connecticut Junior Republic (CJR) in presenting the 6th Annual Cars for Kids Automobile Show, Oct. 14, 10 a.m.-3 pm. Exhibitors can arrive at 8 a.m, $10 fee, spectators, $5 per car. For further information contact Hedy Barton, Director of Development and Public Relations at 860-5679423, extension 252; or email hbarton@cjryouth.org.

WINSTED FARMERS MARKET: Winsted Farmers Market continues its 2018 weekly market season on Sundays, 10- a.m.-1 p.m. at Rowley Field. Farms and vendors at this market include Barden Farm, Better Baking By Beth, Boy Scouts Troop 1027, Bristol's Farm, Husky Meadow Farm, March Farm, Nakoma Farm, Ridge Runner Soap Co., and guest vendor Gemini Moon Designs.

OKTOBERFEST: OKTOBERFEST featuring the Scha-nusi German Band, German food, and dancing, Oct. 14, 1-4 p.m., Pilgrim Hall, Lourdes of Litchfield Shrine, Route 118, Litchfield. Tickets are $25 and are now available in the Grotto Gift Shop & the Grotto Café: For more information: Call 860-567-1041 or email: lourdesshrinect@gmail.com.

CANADIAN HORSE EXPO: The Canadian Horse Expo will be held Saturday, ,Oct. 13, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.at the Harwinton Fairgrounds, 80 Locust Road. The rain date is Oct. 14. Activities during the day will include under-saddle/in-harness demonstrations, clinics, equine-related presentations and a Breeder’s Barn featuring farms, horses for sale and stallions standing at stud from Canada and the U.S. There will also be vendors and food onsite. Entry is $5 for ages14 and over, and a voluntary donation for under 14. For more information go to www.facebook.com/canadianhorseexpo

HEALING SESSION: Healing Modalities Institute will hold an open free healing session on Sunday, Oct. 14, 1-3:30 p.m. at The Owl Center in Depot Square Mall, 51 Depot Street Suite 213 Watertown, Ct.06795, at the Farm Shop entrance. No appointment is necessary and there is no fee for the healing services. Donations are accepted but not required.

Monday Oct. 15

BINGO: St. Maron’s Church, 613 Main St., Torrington, holds bingo games every Monday and Friday. Doors open at 4 p.m. Early bingo beings at 6 p.m., with progressive jackpots and food for sale.

Tuesday Oct. 16

HALLOWEEN DANCE: The Winsted Lions Club Halloween Dance will be held Saturday, Oct. 20, at Chatterleys Banquet Facility, Torrington, 7-11 p.m. Tickets are $25 per person, advance tickets recommended. Music by Night Moves, hot hors d’oeuvres, coffee and a cash bar is included. Costumes are encouraged and prizes will be awarded. For tickets call Blanche Sewell at 860-4898656 or Joe at 860-921-6644 TORRINGTON MARKET: The Torrington Farmers Market is held St. Paul’s Church on Charles Street, Torrington, Tuesdays from 3-6 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. and will continue weekly through October. Local farmers will have fresh produce, baked goods, honey, maple syrup, soaps, crafts, and other seasonal items for sale.

Wednesday Oct. 17

BINGO: Sons of Italy, Center Street, Torrington, hosts bingo games on Wednesdays, 4-9:30 p.m. with dinner at 5 and calling at 6. For information, call the lodge at 860-489-1226. BINGO: St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church holds weekly bingo games at St. Anthony School, Oak Street, Winsted, on Wednesdays. Doors open at 5 p.m. with refreshments and snacks for sale. Games begin at 6:35 p.m. Progressive jackpots. For information call the church at 860-379-3369.