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Wed. Aug. 7
Fun Runs
W. THOMPSON --- The West Thompson Dam Fun Run starts on May 15 and runs through Sept. 18. The runs, which start at 6:15 p.m., are held on Wednesdays at the West Thompson Dam Entrance on Ravenelle Road. Distance is 3.1 and 1.44 miles. The Fun Run or walk is free and is open to everyone. Free T-shirt once three events are completed. mayer.robert @sbcglobal.net.
Fri. Aug. 9
Concert
N. GROSVENORDALE --- Outta the Blue will present a free concert at 7 p.m. at the Thompson Lion’s Club Bandstand, Riverside Park. Bring your own lawn chair, blankets.www.thompsonrec.org
'Anything Goes'
PUTNAM --- The Bradley Playhouse will present "Anything Goes" at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 9, 10, 16 and 17 and at 2 p.m. Aug. 11 and 18 at the playhouse on Front Street. $21 for adults; $18 for seniors and students. 928-7887 or www.thebradleyplayhouse.org
Sat. Aug. 10
Deary Race
PUTNAM --- The annual Deary Memorial 5K Race/Walk will be held this morning, starting from JD Cooper's.
Storytelling
N. GROSVENORDALE --- Native American Storytelling With Phillip “Firewalker” Pollier will be held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Phelp's Pond on Main Street. Free. All welcome. www.thompsonrec.org
Lemonade Fund-raiser
PUTNAM --- The third annual Alex's Lemonade Stand will be up and running at Rotary Park Aug. 10. Thus far $2,819 has been raised locally. www.alexslemonade.org/mypage/113552
River Fire
PUTNAM --- The town of Putnam will present a concert with the Little Big Band from 6 to 8 p.m. and River Fire from 8 to 9:30 p.m. at Rotary Park. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. No rain date.
Sun. Aug. 11
Car Cruise Frappes
PUTNAM --- The Congregational Church of Putnam, downtown, will hold a Putnam Car Cruise/Frappes on the Lawn starting at 11:30 a.m. until gone. $5. Benefits community charities.
Rubber Duckie
PUTNAM --- The Arc Quinebaug Valley will host its 16th Annual Arc Rubber Duckie Race fund-raiser at 1:30 at Rotary Park. The race is in conjunction with the annual car show. The day includes children’s games, food, a moonbounce and other activities. 7,000 rubber ducks are available. Rain date Aug. 18. 774-2827.
Car Cruise
PUTNAM --- The town of Putnam's annual Main Street Car Cruise will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. around downtown Putnam, in Rotary Park and behind the former Hale Manufacturing on Rt. 44. Free. Many new events this year. mainstreetcarcruise.org.
Tues. Aug. 13
Senior Craft
N. GROSVENORDALE --- Thompson Recreation will present a senior citizen craft session on Victorian Lavendar Sachets from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Pre-register by Aug. 9. Free for Thompson seniors; $5 for nonresident seniors.860-923-9440
Thur. Aug. 15
Seminar
WATERFORD --- CorePlus Federal Credit Union will host a seminar on home mortgage refinancing options at CorePlus, 40 Boston Post Road. Registration and snacks are at 5:30 and the seminar and Q&A are from 6 to 7. Free. All welcome. RSVP: 860-886-0576
Luau
N. GROSVENORDALE --- The Thompson Recreation Dept. will present a luau with limbo, dancing and refreshments from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Lion's Club Bandstand in Riverside Park. Free. Bring your own lawn chair, blankets. www.thompsonrec.org
Sat. Aug. 17
Backpack-Movie
WAUREGAN --- The Central Assembly of God on Putnam Road will present a school backpack giveaway and a movie on the church lawn. Backpack distribution is at 7:30 and the movie is at 8. Bring cooler for dinner, blanket or chair and bug spray. All welcome.
Chicken BBQ
EASTFORD --- The Eastford Independent Fire Company No. 1 Inc. will hold its annual chicken BBQ from 4 to 6 p.m. at the firehouse. Drive through service offered or eat in the firehouse. $10 per dinner. 974-0256.
Storytelling
N. GROSVENORDALE --- Native American Storytelling With Phillip “Firewalker” Pollier will be held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Phelp's Pond on Main Street. Free. All welcome. www.thompsonrec.org
Wed. Aug. 21
Ice Cream
N. GROSVENORDALE --- The Thompson Recreation Dept. will present an ice cream social for senior citizens at 12:15 p.m. Free to residents and nonresidents age 60 and older. Pre-register at 923-9440.
Sat. Aug. 24
Storytelling
N. GROSVENORDALE --- Native American Storytelling With Phillip “Firewalker” Pollier will be held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Phelp's Pond on Main Street. Free. All welcome. www.thompsonrec.org
Sun. Aug. 25
Wine Fund-raiser
PLAINFIELD --- The Deborah Avery Putnam Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Plainfield, will be holding a Wine Tasting Fund-raiser from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Nickle Creek Vineyard, Foster, RI. 860-428-0882
Fri. Sept. 6
First Friday
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Business Association will present First Friday throughout downtown Putnam.
Sat. Sept. 7
River Fire
PUTNAM --- The town of Putnam will present Family Day and River Fire at Rotary Park. No rain date.
Mon. Sept. 9
Legion Meeting
PUTNAM --- The men and women of The American Legion Mayotte-Viens Post 13, welcome all veterans who have served honorably during wartime to join them at their next meeting at 7 p.m. at the Putnam VFW Post 1523 on Providence Street. This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Sat. Sept. 14
Swedish Meatball Supper
PUTNAM --- The Congregational Church of Putnam, downtown, will present a Swedish Meatball Supper from 5 to 7 p.m. in the church dining room. Adults: $10; kids 12 and under $5. Benefits community charities. Takeout available. 928-4405.
Nature Art
POMFRET --- The Northeastern Connecticut Art Guild will present a nature-based art festival from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Bafflin Sanctuary. It benefits the Connecticut Audubon Society Center at Pomfret. Volunteers needed. 928-4948.
Sun. Sept. 15
Race/Walk
DAYVILLE --- The annual Northeast Opportunities for Wellness (NOW) 3.5ish Race/Walk will be held at 8 a.m. starting from the Byrnes Insurance Agency. www.nowinmotion.org.
Sun. Sept. 22
Peace Day
PUTNAM --- International Peace Day will be held at Rotary Park.
Sun. Sept. 29
Community Day
N. GROSVENORDALE --- The 10th annual Thompson Community Day will be held from, noon to 4 p.m. at Riverside Park on Rt. 12. Rain date is Oct. 6. Vendors sought. 860-923-9440.
Fri. Oct. 4
First Friday
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Business Association will present First Friday throughout downtown Putnam.
Sat. Oct. 19
Harvest Fair/Lunch
PUTNAM --- The Congregational Church of Putnam, downtown, will hold a Harvest Fair and Luncheon from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. as part of the Putnam Pumpkin fall festival. Lunch is 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Benefits community charities. 928-4405.
Pumpkin Festival
PUTNAM --- The annual Pumpkin Festival will be presented in Putnam.
Fri. Oct. 25
Halloween Stroll
PUTNAM --- The Congregational Church of Putnam, downtown, will present a Halloween Stroll from 5 to 7 p.m. Part of Putnam Halloween stroll.
Sat. Nov. 2
Roast Beef Supper
PUTNAM --- The Congregational Church of Putnam, downtown, will hold a Roast Beef Supper from 5 to 7 p.m. in the dining room. Adults $12; kids 12 and under $5. Benefits community charities. Takeout available. 928-4405.
Sun. Nov. 10
Turkey Trot
THOMPSON --- The Citizens National Bank 5K Cross Country Turkey Trot and 2.5K/5K Turkey Wobble will be held starting at 9 a.m. at the West Thompson Lake. Benefits TEEG Food Bank and Thompson's trails, parks and playgrounds. For more info or to register, go to: www.thompsonrec.org.
Thur. Nov. 28
Thanksgiving Dinner
PUTNAM --- The Congregational Church of Putnam, downtown, will present The Pearsall Thanksgiving Dinner with Friends. This is the “Don’t Be Alone on Thanksgiving” event. A Thanksgiving Dinner with all the fixin’s. Reservations required. Freewill donation. Check for exact time. 928-4405.
Fri. Nov. 29
Santa Visits
PUTNAM --- Santa Claus will kick off the holiday season at 4 p.m. at the Riverfront Commons Shopping Plaza.
Sun. Dec. 1
Dazzle Parade
PUTNAM --- The annual Holiday Dazzle Light Parade will start at 5 p.m. and wind through downtown Putnam. Rain date is Dec. 8.