Wed. Nov. 12
Art Exhibit
DANIELSON --- Thompson artists Ann C. Rosebrooks and Donna O'Scolaigh Lange will be showing paintings and mixed media collage work through Dec. 1 Heirloom Food Company on North Main Street.
Exhibit
WOODSTOCK --- The Center for Woodstock History is presenting a photo exhibit, "Woodstock Through the Camera's Eye in Post-Civil War America." Please call for more info: 860-928-1035.
Stumpo Retrospective
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret on Day Road will present Pomfret works by the late watercolor artist, David C. Stumpo through January. No admission fee to attend the reception or view the exhibition. Hours: noon to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday.
Writing
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Public Library will present “From Fuzzy Idea to Finished Story: Crafting a Murder Mystery” by local author Sarah P. Blanchard from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the library. Author talk and book signing.
Gallery Open
POMFRET --- The Pomfret School announced the opening of an art gallery, The Gallery at Jahn Reading Room, a new on-campus exhibition space. Alum and contemporary artist Seaver Leslie’s “Mnemosyne: A Sixty-Year Review” and “Observations,” a showcase of new works by Pomfret students, will run through the month of December. Guests should enter through the South Entrance and park in the Main House Lot, which is the second right-hand turn on Paradise Road. Call: JP Jacquet at: 860.208.8521.
Thur. Nov. 13
Book Signing
WOODSTOCK --- Ron Coderre will be at the Emporium Thrift Shop from 4 to 5 p.m. discussing his new book, “The Flood of 1955,” as well as conducting a book signing. All book sales benefit the Aspinock Historical Society.
Fri. Nov. 14
Turkey Drive!
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Business Association’s traditional Turkey Drive to benefit Daily Bread will be held from 7 to 8:30 a.m. in the WINY parking lot.
Sat. Nov. 15
Toy Collection
WOODSTOCK --- The Woodstock Volunteer Fire Association Station 76 will hold its 20th annual toy collection from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring a new unwrapped toy or a donation.
Craft, Bake Sale
ABINGTON --- The Abington Congregational Church on Hampton Road (Rt. 97) will hold a Holiday Craft and Bake Sale from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Local vendors, home makes and luncheon.
Mon. Nov.17
Meditation
THOMPSON --- The Quiet Corner Mindful Meditation group will meet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Thompson Public Library. Beginners welcome; no meditation experience necessary.
Tues. Nov. 18
Al-Anon Meeting
POMFRET --- Al-Anon will meet at noon on Tuesdays at the Christ Church, 527 Pomfret St. Please use the lower level door, near the flagpole. All welcome.
Sat. Nov. 22
250th Event
PUTNAM --- The Putnam CT250 250th Anniversary Celebration of the Declaration of Independence Kick Off will feature a roast beef dinner followed by a band at the Albert J. Breault VFW Post 1523. Dinner is from 5 to 7 and the band Jailbreak follows from 7 to 11 p.m. $20/pp or $40 per couple. Tickets at the Putnam Recreation Department.
Cow Chip Fund-raiser
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Lions Club will hold its 19th annual Cow Chip Raffle from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at the Pomfret School Dining Hall. $120 per ticket, includes admission for two. Benefits local charitable groups and traditional humanitarian Lions charitable causes. Need not be present to win. Tickets: 860-428-4364.
Christmas Bazaar
WOODSTOCK – The First Congregational Church of Woodstock on Rt. 169 will host its annual holiday bazaar from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Baked goods, decorations, crafts. Plus lunch. Plus pick up your pre-ordered pot pies (order forms, plus: www.firstchurchwoodstock.org)
Sun. Nov. 23
Fund-raiser Breakfast
MOOSUP --- The Mason Lodge #113 is hosting an all you can eat breakfast to support Paws Cat Shelter from 8 to 11 a.m. at 69 Prospect St. $15 per person. Tickets: at the shelter, 74 School St., Putnam or at the door. 860-315-1228.
Sat. Nov. 29
Preview Film
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Public Library will present excerpts of Ken Burns’ “The American Revolution” from 12:30 to 1:45 p.m. in Room 109 in the Municipal Complex.
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