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Wed. June 12
Luncheon
EASTFORD --- The Eastford Senior Citizens will host a program at the Killingly Historical and Genealogical Society building. It begins with a meal Deb’s Place on Main Street, Danielson, at 11:30, and the program follows at 12:45 at the historical society building (three steps --- no handicapped-access.) $8 per person. Caravan possible. All welcome. Info/reservation by June 8: 860-538-8868.

Photo Exhibit
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret Center will present “Birds of Connecticut Photography Exhibit” through the end of July at the Grassland Bird Conservation Center on Day Road. 860-928-4948.

Thur. June 13
History Program
PUTNAM --- The Aspinock Historical Society will present “Putnam's Music History through the Ages” at 6:30 p.m. at the Joseph Pempek Conference Room in Putnam High School. All welcome.

Fri. June 14
‘The Savannah Sipping Society’
PUTNAM --- The Bradley Playhouse will present “The Savannah Sipping Society” through June 23. www.thebradleyplayhouse.org.

History Program
CANTERBURY --- The Canterbury Historical Society will present  “Rudy Rzeznikiewicz Discussing Antique Architectural Materials” following the 7 p.m. business meeting at the Canterbury Town Hall Community Room. Free. All welcome.

Sat. June 15
Rug Exhibit
WOODSTOCK --- Quiet Corner Hook-In Rug exhibit will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Woodstock Fairgrounds. For info, registration: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Finnish Event
CANTERBURY --- Juhannus (midsummer) will be celebrated from 4 to 8 p.m. June 15 at the Canterbury Finn Hall. Free. All welcome. Music, food.

Solstice Fund-raiser
DANIELSON --- Logee’s Greenhouses will host its Sixth Annual Summer Solstice Celebration to benefit AccessCommunity Action Agency from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine. Food music.

Free Mammogram
PLAINFIELD --- Day Kimball Healthcare’s (DKH) Diagnostic Imaging Dept. and Rose Bove LaRose Cancer Center invite eligible women to a free Mammogram Screening Day from 7 a.m. to noon at the Day Kimball Healthcare Center in Plainfield. For info and eligibility requirements call 203- 814-2369.

Low-cost Rabies Clinic
DANIELSON --- Pet Pals Northeast is holding a low-cost rabies clinic from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at the Quinebaug Valley Veterinary Hospital on Rt. 12. No appointment necessary. $12 cash per animal. All animals must be on a leash or in a secured carrier.  If available, bring prior proof of rabies vaccination. 860-317-1720.

Spin-a-Thon Fund-raiser
PUTNAM --- The Hale YMCA’s “Road to Wellness” Spin-a-Thon fund-raiser will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The indoor team cycling event will help fund Hale programs, like LIVESTRONG, which has put more than 150 local survivors back on their road to wellness after battling cancer. Includes a silent auction and testimonials. 860-315-9622

Nature Program
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret Center will present “Whip-poor-will Walks” at 8:45 p.m. at Robbins Preserve. Bring small flashlight or headlamp. $10 for CAS; $20 for nonmembers. 860-928-4948.

Benefit Concert
THOMPSON --- The Creation Church, 47 West Thompson Road, will host a benefit concert at 7 p.m. Benefits Hope for Tomorrow Guatemala featuring the band Raging Grace.  Free. All welcome. Love offering will be taken at the end of the evening. 860-923-9979.

Sun. June 16
Nature Program
HAMPTON --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret Center will present a Father’s Day Family Treasure Hunt from 1 to 4 p.m. at Trail Wood on Kenyon Road.  Fee per family: $10 for CAS; $20 for nonmembers. 860-928-4948.

Mon. June 17
Exercise Group
WOODSTOCK --- The Woodstock Senior Exercise Group will meet from 9 to 10 a.m. every Monday and Wednesday in the Woodstock Town Hall large meeting room on the lower. Minimum fee. Local seniors welcome. Please check the town website www.woodstockCT.gov for current schedule or call 860-928-6595.

Wed. June 19
Nature Program
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret Center will present “Bird Walk/Breeding Bird Survey” at 7 a.m. starting from the Grassland Bird Conservation Center on Day Road. $5 for CAS; $10 for nonmembers. 860-928-4948.

Legion Fund-raiser
PUTNAM --- The American Legion Benson-Flugel Post 111 of Woodstock will hold a celebrity bartender fund-raiser at 5 p.m. at Crossings Restaurant & Brew Pub. Prizes, food, music, sports memorabilia auction. Benefits the post’s community events.

Fri. June 21
Solstice Celebration
POMFRET --- The Wyndham Land Trust will present a Summer Solstice Celebration from 7 to 9 p.m. at Holmes Road (off Wrights Crossing Road).

Solstice Paddle
MANSFIELD --- The Last Green Valley will present a Summer Solstice Paddle from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Mansfield Hollow State Park’s boat launch, Bassetts Bridge Road. Registration required. Kayak or canoe and PFD required. Rain cancels. Register/info: 860-774-3300.

Sat. June 22
Acorn Adventure
HAMPTON --- The Last Green Valley will present TLGV Acorn Adventure - Off-Road on Two Wheels from 10 a.m. to noon at the Goodwin State Park on Potter Rd. Kids must be comfortable riding their bikes. Ages 8 and up are recommended but participation is up to the discretion of parents and the QC NEMBA volunteers. Helmets and bikes are required. Parents must attend (they can ride but are not required to). Info: 860-774-3300.

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