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‘Blithe Spirit’ opening June 3
PUTNAM — The Theatre of Northeastern Connecticut at the Bradley Playhouse will present Noel Coward’s comedy “Blithe Spirit”, which opens June 3and runs for three weekends.
Performances are at 7:30 p.m. June 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 and 18 and at 2 p.m. June 5, 12 and 18. There are two performances on June 18, at 2 p.m. and at 7:30 p.m. There is no performance on June 19. Tickets are $22 for adults and $18 for seniors, students, veterans and first responders. . All seats are reserved. Reservations: major credit card online at www.thebradleyplayhouse.org or by calling 860-928-7887 or at the door or office.
TNECT veteran Nicholas Magrey directs Blithe Spirit, with Hannah Viens serving as stage manager. Chris Erath stars as cantankerous novelist Charles Condomine. His wives, living and dead, are Barbara Schreier as Ruth and Sarah Oschmann as Elvira. The medium, Madame Arcati, is played by Marion (Sunnny) Kirkham-Barbour. The cast is completed by Jim Douglas as Dr. Bradman, Jane Ellis as Mrs. Bradman with Sheila Harrington-Hughes as the alternant for Mrs. Bradman, and Tara Golson appears as the maid, Edith.
Due to the recentupsurge of COVID cases in Eastern CT, face masks remain optional but it is strongly recommended for all audience members to wear a face mask. We are no longer checking for proof of vaccinations or test results. These policies are based on current information and are subject to change.
For more detailed information, please view our full COVID Policy on our website or contact us at 860-928-7887.
In Blithe Spirit, novelist Charles Condomine invites the medium, Madame Arcati, to dinner and to conduct a séance, hoping to get material for his next book. The scheme backfires when he becomes haunted by the ghost of his first wife, Elvira, who attempts to disrupt his second marriage to Ruth.
Blithe Spirit was written by Noel Coward, who also wrote Private Lives, Present Laughter and Design for Living. The English playwright, composer, director, actor and singer is one of the drollest writers the stage has ever produced. He is known for his ability to write intelligent, verbose, and witty characters.
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honors pg 5 5-26-22
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Honors All Around
Amanda DeMaire, left, and her sister Kayla DeMaire of Pomfret Center graduated with 4.0 GPAs and were tapped to be the Grand Student Marshal. Courtesy photo.
POMFRET — Amanda DeMaire and Kayla DeMaire of Pomfret Center not only graduated with master’s degrees May 14, 2022, they were asked to lead the procession as the Grand Student Marshals for the 2022 graduation ceremony at Eastern Connecticut State University.
The sisters, daughters of Kevin and Cindy DeMaire, received master’s in early childhood education and certification in pre-K through K special education (they are both certified to teach Pre-k through 3rd grade).
Former graduates of Woodstock Academy, they each had a grade point average of 4.0.
They were both asked to lead the procession as the Grand Student Marshals for the 2022 graduating ceremony. This is the first time that Eastern has had sisters be the Grand Student Marshals at a graduating ceremony.
Amanda and Kayla said they made lifelong friendships with other aspiring teachers and are so grateful to have gone through this educational journey with them.
Mother Cindy DeMaire said, “Many people mistake Amanda and Kayla as twins due to their close relationship. Although they are not twins, they are inseparable and truly one of a kind and remarkable ladies.”
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putnam pg 5 5-26-22
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Putnam couple’s art featured
at Municipal Complex Gallery
PUTNAM — An Art Show Reception featuring the works of Annie and Dave Joly of Putnam will be held from 1 to 2:30 p.m. June 4 the Putnam Municipal Complex. Guests will be treated to light refreshments. The event is sponsored by the Putnam Arts Council. The Joly exhibit will be on display until June 30. Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursdays; 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Fridays and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays.
Works include illustrations, photography, paintings, and animations. Guests will have a chance to meet the artists and learn about the wide variety of mediums they enjoy.
Dave Joly summed up their excitement for the show: “This show has been a great way for Annie and me to look back over years of work, with each piece reminding us of the different life stages we’ve been through together. As with most things practiced over a long time, it’s easy to lose sight of where you started and how far you’ve come. So it’s good to pause once in a while, see where you’ve been, and perhaps get a sense of where you’re headed. As illustrators, we’re both interested in storytelling, and looking over all this work gives us a sense of the story of our lives together.”
Annie and Dave Joly have been partners in both art and life for 37 years, making Putnam their home since 1987.
Annie, an artist, educator, illustrator and a passionate believer in the power of creative expression for everyone, is originally from Great Neck, N.Y., and a graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design. As an illustrator, she has created work for clients nationwide and has illustrated 13children’s books. As an educator, Annie was the Illustration Department Chair at both the University of Hartford and the Art Institute of Boston, as well as the Visual Arts Coordinator at Quinebaug Valley Community College in Danielson. She is currently an adjunct faculty member at QVCC where she teaches fine art, illustration and computer graphics.
Her personal works are a mix of dreams, experiences and subconscious icons. She describes her creative process as both a journey and meditative practice, similar to poetry or dance.
Dave, an illustrator and animator, grew up in Danielson. After graduating from the Art Institute of Boston he began his career as a games animator at Atari in Sunnyvale, Calif., in the early 1980s. A few years later he moved on to become a freelance illustrator and animator, working for magazine, advertising and educational clients nationwide. Along the way he has pursued interests in photography and filmmaking, most recently during an artist residency at Trail Woods, the Connecticut Audubon Society property in Hampton. He has also taught drawing, 2D & 3D graphics and animation as an adjunct faculty member at QVCC since 1990. He feels fortunate that their work over so many years remains their avocation as well, and that it’s still exciting to create something new.
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Wed. May 25
Family Night
PUTNAM --- BSA Troop 25 Putnam will hold its Family Night & Flag Retirement Ceremony at 7 p.m. at Rotary Park near the Bandstand. All welcome. 860-245-1322.
Art Exhibit
THOMPSON --- The Friends of the Thompson Public Library will present the Thompson Public Library’s Art @ the Library & Display Case through June 29. The exhibit is named “The Other Side II: Taking the Evidence Further,” paintings, sculpture and photography by David Ostrowski. 860- 923- 9779.
Thur. May 26
Trivia Fund-raiser
PUTNAM ---T he Putnam Lion’s will be holding Trivia Night at 7 p.m. at The Crossings Restaurant o benefit the Putnam Commission on Aging Voice Friend program.
Fri. May 27
Golf Tourney
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Rotary Club’s Ronald P. Coderre Golf Tournament will be held at the Connecticut National Golf Club.
Sat. May 28
Cornhole Tournament
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Recreation Department will hold a cornhole tournament at noon at the Pomfret Recreation Park. Rain date is June 4. Double elimination style - team consists of two members. Every team is guaranteed to play at least 2 games. Min. of 12 teams needed to run the tournament; max. of 28 teams allowed. Bracket postings will be pulled out of a hat prior to the start of the event. We will provide the cornhole boards and bags. The fee is $30 per team. Prizes. Visit pomfretct.gov/recreation for the registration form.
Mon. May 30
Memorial Day Race
WOODSTOCK --- Woodstock Recreation’s 40th Annual Memorial Day 10K. It will start at 9 a.m. from the Woodstock Academy Fieldhouse Gymnasium. Race day registration from 7:30 to 8:45 a.m. at the Fieldhouse Gymnasium. To register or for info: https://runsignup.com/Race/CT/Woodstock/WoodstockMemorialDay10K. A portion of proceeds will be donated to the Woodstock Fuel Assistance Program. 860-928-6595 x333.
Eastford Parade
EASTFORD --- Parade starts at 9:30 a.m. at the Eastford Elementary School. Immediately following the parade, a Memorial Day Ceremony will take place at the Veteran's Memorial. Preceding the parade, Memorial Day services will take place at the General Lyon Cemetery at 8:30 a.m. and the Grove Cemetery at 9 a.m. In the event of rain, the parade will be cancelled and the Memorial Day Ceremony will be held at 9:30 a.m. in the school. All welcome.
Putnam Parade
PUTNAM --- The town's Memorial Day observance will take place starting with a parade at 10 a.m. (from Grove Street) and ending with a memorial program at Rotary Park. In case of inclement weather, notification will be on WINY 1350 AM the morning of the parade.
Woodstock Parade
WOODSTOCK --- The parade leaves the Inn at Woodstock Hill/Woodstock Orchard muster area around 11:30 and goes to the Common where there will be a Memorial Day program.
Pomfret Parade
POMFRET --- The Town of Pomfret will be holding its annual Memorial Day Parade starting at 10 a.m. from the Pomfret Congregational Church. It will proceed down Pomfret Street/Rt. 44 to the Town Green where a short ceremony will take place.
Thur. June 2
Blood Drive
PUTNAM --- The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Room 109 of the Putnam Municipal Complex. 1-800-RED-CROSS.
Fri. June 3
First Fridays
PUTNAM --- This year the Putnam Business Association’s First Fridays returns to its roots --- celebrating the arts. Artists, vendors, performances and more will fill Main Street in downtown Putnam from 5 to 9 p.m.
‘Blithe Spirit’
Putnam --- The Theatre of Northeastern Connecticut at the Bradley Playhouse will present Noel Coward’s comedy “Blithe Spirit”, at 7:30 p.m. June 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 and 18 and at 2 p.m. June 5, 12 and 18. Tickets: $22 for adults; $18 for seniors, students, veterans and first responders. 860-928-7887.
Sat. June 4
Farmers’ Market Opens!
PUTNAM --- Today the Putnam Saturday Farmers’ Market opens for the season and runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays through October at the Riverview Marketplace Pavilion on Kennedy Drive. www.putnamfarmersmarket.org.
Relay For Life
WOODSTOCK --- The American Cancer Society (ACS) Relay For Life of Northeastern CT fund-raising event will be held June 4 through June 5 at Roseland Park.
Music Festival
PASCOAG --- The Grace Note Farm and The Blackstone Valley Tourism Council will present the 2022 Music at the Farm Chamber Music Festival June 4 and 5 and June 11 and 12. $30. Call 401-567-0354 or go to www.gracenotefarmmusicfestival.com for info/tickets.
Art Show Reception
PUTNAM --- The Annie & Dave Joly Art Show Reception will be held from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Putnam Municipal Complex on School Street. This Putnam couple’s works include illustrations, photography, paintings and animations. Light refreshments will be served. Sponsored by the Putnam Arts Council. The Joly exhibit will be on display until June 30. Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursdays; 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Fridays and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays.
Fri. June 10
Twilight Concert
WOODSTOCK --- The Woodstock Recreation Commission and Historic New England will present, as part of its annual Twilight Concert series, The Little Big Band from 7 to 8:30 (rain date: June 24) at Roseland Cottage. Free. 860-928-4074.
Sat. June 11
Program
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Historical Society will present “Tour of Watercure Distillery in Pomfret” at 10 a.m. Free. More info on the town’s website.
Tag Sale
WOODSTOCK --- The South Woodstock Baptist Church will hold its Community Tag Sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the church on Roseland Park Road. No early birds. All proceeds go to mission programs.
Tag Sale
WOODSTOCK --- The Town of Woodstock will hold its 10th annual Town-Wide Tag Sale from 8 a.m. to the afternoon (rain date: June 12). Benefits the Woodstock Fuel Assistance Program. Register to put your place on the tag sale map. Sellers go to: https://secure.rec1.com/CT/woodstock-ct/catalog.
Sat. June 18
Cornhole Classic
THOMPSON --- The Quinebaug Valley Regional Rotaract Club will present its Cornhole Classic from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Thompson Speedway. Benefits Rotaract Club and NEPS. $50 per team. Register at: www.Qvrrotaractclub.com
Sun. June 12
Fishing Derby
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Recreation Department will hold its 22nd annual fishing derby at the Pomfret Rod & Gun Club. Check-in starts at 8 and fishing is from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. followed by lunch and awards. Rain date June 18. Worms or night crawlers only. If you catch a trout or bass a member of the club must take your fish off the hook. Casting contest, too. $5 per child. www.pomfretct.gov/recreation.
Fri. July 1
First Fridays
PUTNAM --- This year the Putnam Business Association’s First Fridays returns to its roots --- celebrating the arts. Artists, vendors, performances and more will fill Main Street in downtown Putnam from 5 to 9 p.m. www.discoverputnam.com.
Fri. July 29
Twilight Concert
WOODSTOCK --- The Woodstock Recreation Commission and Historic New England will present, as part of its annual Twilight Concert series, Dynamite Rhythm from 7 to 8:30 (rain date: Aug. 12) at Roseland Cottage. Free. 860-928-4074.
Golf Tourney
PUTNAM --- The American Legion Post 13 will hold a golf tournament starting at 8:30 a.m. at Connecticut National Golf Course. For info: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Fri. Aug. 5
First Fridays
PUTNAM --- This year the Putnam Business Association’s First Fridays returns to its roots --- celebrating the arts. Artists, vendors, performances and more will fill Main Street in downtown Putnam from 5 to 9 p.m. www.discoverputnam.com.
Sat. Aug. 6
Wee Walk
POMFRET --- The Wyndham Land Trust’s family-friendly Wee Wander Walk, “Bats at Lyon Preserve” will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. Dress appropriately and bring your camera. www.wyndhamlandtrust.org
Sat. Aug. 13
History Program
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Historical Society will present “The Historic Mills of Pomfret” by Dick Symonds at 10 a.m. at the Pomfret Community & Senior Center on Rt. 44. Free. More info on the town’s website.
Fri. Aug. 19
Twilight Concert
WOODSTOCK --- The Woodstock Recreation Commission and Historic New England will present, as part of its annual Twilight Concert series, Beck N’ Call from 7 to 8:30 (rain date: Aug. 26) at Roseland Cottage. Free. 860-928-4074.
Sat. Sept. 10
Historical Program
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Historical Society will present “Common Sense: TLGV Town Commons and Greens” by Bill Reid at 10 a.m. at the Pomfret Community & Senior Center on Rt. 44. Free. More info on the town’s website.
Sat. Oct. 1
Wee Walk
WOODSTOCK --- The Wyndham Land Trust’s family-friendly Wee Wander Walk, “Leaves and Mushrooms at Rapoport Preserve” will be held from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Dress appropriately and bring your camera. www.wyndhamlandtrust.org
Sat. Oct. 8
Historical Program
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Historical Society will present Connecticut State Historian Walter Woodward at 10 a.m. at the Pomfret Community & Senior Center on Rt. 44. Free. More info on the town’s website.
Sat. Nov. 5
Dueling Pianos
PUTNAM --- Day Kimball Healthcare will present Dueling Pianos Presented By Foxwoods Resort Casino at 7 p.m. at Connecticut National Golf Club. Benefit: Day Kimball Healthcare At Home. More Info: daykimball.org/pianos.
Sat. Nov. 12
Historical Program
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Historical Society will present “The Last Green Valley Notables & Notorious” by Bill Reid, TLGV chief ranger, at 10 a.m. at the Pomfret Community & Senior Center on Rt. 44. Free. More info on the town’s website.
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