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Wed. Aug. 14
Art Exhibit
DANIELSON --- Quinebaug Valley Community College’s Spirol Gallery will present "New Perspectives" by Northeastern CT Art Guild members through Aug. 15. Free.
Art Exhibit
THOMPSON --- The Friends of the Thompson Public Library will present “Art @ the Library - Reunion of Artists” through Aug. 27. 860-923-9779.
Fri. Aug. 16
‘Shrek the Musical’
PUTNAM --- The Bradley Playhouse on Rt. 44 will present “Shrek the Musical” at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 16 and 17 and at 2 p.m. Aug. 18. Adults, $24; $21 for seniors and students. 860-928-7887.
Sat. Aug. 17
Fund-raiser
PUTNAM --- The DKH 9th Annual “Give it a TRI” Triathlon will be held at 8 a.m. at Moosup Pond, Moosup. Daykimball.org.
Cottage Work Day
PUTNAM --- A work day is planned at the Cady-Copp Cottage. Many hands are needed for all sorts of tasks like painting, scraping paint, yard work. If you love old houses and making history, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for details.
Sun. Aug. 18
Car Cruise
PUTNAM --- The Town of Putnam will present the Main Street Car Cruise from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in downtown Putnam. Free admission. No rain date.
PBA Duck Race
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Business Association’s Duck Race fund-raiser will take place at 1:30 p.m.
Wed. Aug. 21
Event
DANIELSON --- The Northeast District Department of Health, the Connecticut Association of Prevention Professionals and other organizations will present “Hidden in Plain Sight,” a substance abuse awareness event at QVCC’s Atrium and Auditorium. The prevention fair will be held at 5:30 and 8 p.m. and a presentation will be held at 6. It is a presentation for parents and other adults. No students please. www.nddh.org.
Fri. Aug. 23
‘Forever Plaid’
PUTNAM --- The Bradley Playhouse will present “Forever Plaid” at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 23 and Aug. 24 and at 2 p.m. Aug. 25. $24. www.thebradleyplayhouse.org.
Sat. Aug. 24
Nature Program
HAMPTON --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret will present “Mindful Walk” from 3 to 4:30 p.m. at Trail Wood on Kenyon Road. $10 for CAS members; $12 for nonmembers. Registration required: 860-928-4948. Rain date: Aug. 25.
Sun. Aug. 25
Nature Program
HAMPTON --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret will present “Non-fiction Book Club” from 2 to 4 p.m. at Trail Wood on Kenyon Road. “Every Man Dies Alone” by Hans Fallada. Free. Donations appreciated. 860-928-4948.
Family Walk
POMFRET --- The Putnam Interact Club is inviting families and little kids to a free Family Fun Trail Walk and Scavenger Hunt from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Wyndham Land Trust’s Lyon Preserve off Wrights Crossing Road. Bring water to drink and dress appropriately for the weather. For info call 860-933-8603.
Tastes
STURBRIDGE --- Tastes of the Valley will be held at 4 p.m. at The Publick House. The Tastes of the Valley fund-raiser celebrates The Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor's rich agricultural heritage and showcases the talents of the region's best restaurants and chefs. $100 for members, $125 for non-members, which includes a membership to TLGV. 860-774-3300.
Trail Clean-up
EASTFORD --- The Quiet Corner Chapter of the New England Mountain Bike Association (NEMBA) is hosting trail clean-up at 9 a.m. at the Natchaug State Forest (enter from Rt. 44 across from Frog Rock). Tools provided but feel free to bring your own and bring gloves, water and insect repellent. Beverages, snacks provided.
Thur. Aug. 29
Museum Tour
PUTNAM --- The American Lithuanian Cultural Archives, 37 Mary Crest Dr., will offer a tour from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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