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Love Songs and River Fire
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Ron Giorgio, 22, Italian crooner, and the Putnam Festival Orchestra presented al Fresco "That's Amore."
Turn on the propane tank. Light it with a torch and viola, River Fire.
The clouds at dusk only added to the beauty of the River Fire. More photos Wednesday night on Facebook: Putnam Town Crier & Northeast Ledger.
Heart earrings --- of course
cinderella pg 5 7-28-22
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'Cinderella'
Top: Jim Archambault (King), Aaron Ferro (Prince), Jourdan Figueroa (Queen). Above: Mia Berube (Stepsister Joy), Libbey Stearns (Stepsister Portia), Bonnie Theriault (Stepmother) and Emily Baldwin (Cinderella). Photos by Christine Healy.
‘Cinderella’
on stage
Aug. 5
PUTNAM — The Theater of Northeastern Connecticut at the Bradley Playhouse will present Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella, starting Aug. 5 and running for three weekends.
Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 5, 6, 12, 13, 19 and 20 and at 2 p.m. Aug. 7, 14 and 21. Tickets are $260 for adults and $23 for seniors, students, veterans and first responders. Masks are encouraged for anyone who is unvaccinated or at high risk, but they are not required. This policy is subject to change, so check the Bradley website for any updates prior to attending.
Theater goers, especially youngsters, are invited to prepare for the Prince’s ball with a Royalty Package. For an additional $10 over the ticket price, you will have a choice of one of three combos of tiara and wand or crown and scepter as well as a free popcorn. Combos can be seen on the Bradley website or at the theater and are available by advance purchase or at the door.
Go online at www.thebradleyplayhouse.org or call 860-928-7887. Tickets may be purchased at the theater box office, either before the performance, or at the door if available. Purchasing your tickets ahead of time is always a good idea.
The TNECT performance of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella is co-directed by Madeline Jaaskela and Christine Healy. Diane Pollard is the music director and Kelly and Paul Wybieracki are the choreographers. Emily Baldwin appears as Cinderella and Aaron Ferro plays her Prince Charming. His parents, the King and Queen are Jim Archambault and Jourdan Figueroa. Bonnie Theriault is Cinderella’s stepmother and her stepsisters, Portia and Joy, are played by Libbey Stearns and Mia Berube. Anna Lee Percuoco appears as the fairy godmother.
They are supported by an ensemble of singing and dancing townspeople and ball guests.
The music for Cinderella was written by Richard Rodgers, with book and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II. Julie Andrews played Cinderella when it first appeared on television in 1957. The show is based on the fairy tale Cinderella, particularly the French version, Cinderella, or The Little Glass Slipper by Charles Perrault. This show is the original version, not the more recent one that appeared on Broadway.
The timeless enchantment of the magical fairy tale is reborn with the Rodgers and Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance. Originally presented as a television extravaganza, this famous fairy tale has been re-fashioned and set to music by two great masters of the musical. The characters are given greater depth plus a more human quality, and Cinderella’s innocent faith in a miracle allows her wish to go to the ball to come true. Musical highlights include “In My Own Little Corner”, “A Lovely Night”, “Do I Love You Because You’re Beautiful?” and “Impossible”.
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Meet and Greet
The Putnam Public Library held a meet and greet for the new elementary school principal and assistant principal. The new principal is Kay Jaken, left, and the assistant is Meaghan Wakely. There was food, games and more. Addison Champagne, 4, of Putnam takes a look at Danni, a miniature horse, from the Cherry Ledge Farm. Linda Lemmon photos.
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Wed. July 27
Art Exhibit
THOMPSON --- The Friends of the Thompson Public Library will present, as part of its Art @ the Library series, “Reassembled,” artwork by Tianna Mercier through July 28 and, in the display case: “Thompson Public Library Children's Summer Programs. 860-923-9779.
Back-to-School Drive
PUTNAM --- Putnam EMS is running its annual Back-to-School Drive through Aug. 12. Drop off: back packs, pencils, pens, red pens, paper, notebooks, binders, folders, rulers, scissors, glue, glue sticks, pencil sharpeners, crayons, colored pencils and markers at the EMS station on Church Street. 860-928-6996.
Sat. July 30
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.
‘Cinderella’
PUTNAM --- The Bradley Playhouse will present Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 5, 6, 12, 13, 19 and 20 and at 2 p.m. Aug. 7, 14 and 21. $36 for adults; $23 for seniors, students, veterans and first responders. See www.thebradleyplayhouse.org for info, tickets and specials, including the “Royal Package.”
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.
Concert & River Fire
PUTNAM --- The Town of Putnam will present Tournadeau Jazz & Blues in concert at 6:30 p.m. followed by River Fire at 8 p.m. at Rotary Park.
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.
Sun. Aug. 21
Car Cruise
PUTNAM --- The Main Street Car Cruise will happen from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. around downtown Putnam and Rotary Park.
Pluck-A-Duck
PUTNAM --- Pluck-A-Duck Extravaganza will be held at the Hale YMCA pond from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be games for kids, face painting, create-a-card for veterans and seniors and more in the Kid Zone.
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.
Sun. Sept. 11
Fund-raiser Jazz
WINDHAM --- The Windham Free Library presenting Jazz in the Garden from 3 to 6 p.m. Music, food, drinks, auction. $60 presale/$65 at event. Benefits the library.
Fri. Sept. 16
Circle of Fun
PUTNAM --- St. Mary Church, Putnam will be holding its 50th Circle of Fun Sept. 16, 17, 18. The 49th was delayed by the pandemic. There will be free entertainment, great food, beverages, games and rides, as always.
Sun. Sept. 18
Lap the Lake
DAYVILLE --- The 10th annual NOW ~Lap the Lake~ Road Race & Walk fund-raiser. It’s a scenic 5K run and walk along private roads surrounding Alexander’s Lake. There is also a kids run. For info, to register or to be a sponsor, go to: nowinmotion.org
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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