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Wed. Sept. 7
Art Exhibit
THOMPSON -- The Friends of theThompson Public Library will present another in its Art @ the Library, “The Nature of Things II” through Sept. 29. It includes photography by Janet L. McDonald and poetry by Karen Warinsky. Reception from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Sept. 15. In the Display Case for September: “Star-Spangled Banner” by Ida Ransom. 860.923.9779
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.
Comedy Show
PUTNAM --- The Bradley Playhouse will present Scott Higgins Comedy All Stars at 7:30 p.m. Suggested audience 18-plus. $24. 860-928-7887.
Sun. Sept. 11
Concert
PASCOAG --- The Grace Note Farm and the Blackstone Valley Tourism Council will present Music at the Farm at 2 p.m. Jackson Schoolhouse Road. $30. 401-567-0354.
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. https://thewindhamfreelibrary.org/jazz/
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.
Circle Taking Part
PUTNAM --- The Daughters of Isabella is taking part in the upcoming Circle of Fun at St. Mary’s Church Sept. 16, 17 and 18. They will have a large basket raffle, bake sale, tag sale and more.
Sat. Sept. 17
Cat/Dog Food Collection
KILLINGLY --- Pet Pals Northeast will be collecting cat and dog food, dry or canned, Purina brands preferred, to help homeless and needy animals in our communities from 10 a.m. to noon at the Killingly Library. Cash donations always welcome. 860-317-1720.
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
Art Show
WOODSTOCK --- The 8th annual Art in the Park art show will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Roseland Park.
Thur. Sept. 22
Closing Reception
PUTNAM --- A closing art show reception will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. for the “Dot Burnworth On The Wall” in the Corridor Gallery at Putnam Municipal Complex. It features the works of Dot Burnworth, owner of Sawmill Pottery in Putnam. This series from Dot’s creative mind and hands consists entirely of ceramic pieces to be hung on walls.
Sat. Sept. 24
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
Sun. Sept. 25
Car Cruise
BROOKLYN --- The Brooklyn Business Association and the Tri-State Cruisers will present the Brooklyn Car Cruise 2022 from noon to 4 p.m. at the Brooklyn Walmart. Benefits the Hole in the Wall Gang Camp.
Fri. Sept. 30
Movie in the Park
PUTNAM --- Halloween Movie in the Park, Rotary Park at 6:30 p.m. (dusk). Rain date Oct. 14. discoverputnam.com
Sat. Oct. 1
Community Day
THOMPSON --- The 18th annual Thompson Community Day will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Riverside Park. Rain date Oct. 8. 860-923-9440
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.
Thur. Oct. 27
Pumpkin Decorating
WOODSTOCK --- The Senexet Grange will hold a Pumpkin Decorating Contest from 5:30 to 7 p.m. There are three categories: Up to grade 4, Grades 5-8 and high school and adult.
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.
Dueling Pianos
THOMPSON --- Foxwoods Resort Casino will present Dueling Pianos at 7 p.m. at the Raceway Restaurant & Banquet Hall. Benefits Day Kimball Healthcare At Home. daykimball.org/pianos.
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