Wed. July 16
Photo Exhibit
PUTNAM --- An exhibit of photographs by Carmine Angeloni is now on view until September in the Corridor Gallery in the Putnam Municipal Complex. A reception will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. July 24 at the Municipal Complex. Refreshments, meet the artist. Reception is free and open to the public. For more info: putnamCtArtsCouncil.com.
Art Exhibit
THOMPSON --- The Friends of the Thompson Public Library will present its August art exhibit, “Three Friends: Cathy Shires, Micky Welles & Xiaochong Song. Works by the Quiet Corner Garden Club will be in the display case.
Wed. July 17
‘Furry’ Program
PUTNAM --- Furry Scaly Friends presents a hands on introduction to critters at 10:30 a.m. in the tent outside the Putnam Public Library. Bring a chair or blanket. Free kids’ lunch at 11:30. Free.
Sun. July 20
Exhibit
WOODSTOCK --- The Center for Woodstock History is presenting a photo exhibit, "Woodstock Through the Camera's Eye in Post-Civil War America," from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sundays. Check for updates: 860-928-1035.
Tues. July 22
Al-Anon Meeting
POMFRET --- Al-Anon will meet at noon on Tuesdays at the Christ Church, 527 Pomfret St. All welcome.
Sat. July 19
Al Fresco – River Fire
PUTNAM --- The Town of Putnam will present “Al Fresco Chicago Total Access (a Chicago tribute band) at 7 p.m. at the bandstand at Rotary Park. River Fire follows at 8:30 p.m. Free.
Fri. July 25
‘The Prom’
PUTNAM --- The Theatre of Northeastern Connecticut at the Bradley Playhouse will present its summer musical, the joyously funny and sweet blockbuster “The Prom” starting July 25 and running for three weekends. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. July 25, 26 and Aug. 1, 2, 7 and 8 and at 2 p.m. July 27, Aug. 3 and Aug. 9. To accommodate the Putnam Car Cruise on Aug. 10, shows for the final weekend are at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 7 and 8 and at 2 p.m. Aug. 9. Tickets: $30 for adults; $27 for seniors, students, veterans and first responders. 860-928-7887. Sensitive material.
Sat. July 26
‘The Prom’
PUTNAM --- The Theatre of Northeastern Connecticut at the Bradley Playhouse will present its summer musical, the joyously funny and sweet blockbuster “The Prom” starting July 25 and running for three weekends. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. July 26 and Aug. 1, 2, 7 and 8 and at 2 p.m. July 27, Aug. 3 and Aug. 9. To accommodate the Putnam car cruise on Aug. 10, shows for the final weekend are at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 7 and 8 and at 2 p.m. Aug. 9. Tickets: $30 for adults; $27 for seniors, students, veterans and first responders. 860-928-7887. Sensitive material.
Wed. Aug. 6
Author Visits
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Public Library and the Aspinock Historical Society will present Patricia Suprenant from 6 to 7 p.m. The author of “Behind the Scarlett Letter," she will speak and sign books.
Sat. Aug. 9
Concert-River Fire
PUTNAM --- The Town of Putnam will present Ed Peabody & the Big Blue Thang from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the bandstand at Rotary Park. River Fire follows at 8. FREE.
Army Band
PUTNAM --- The CT Army National Guard 102D Army Band will present a free concert at 4:30 p.m. in Rotary Park. The Jazz Combo and Brass Band will entertain.
Sun. Aug. 10
Main Street Car Cruise
PUTNAM --- The Town of Putnam will present the annual Main Street Car Cruise around downtown and Rotary Park from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free registration starts at 8 a.m.
Fri. Aug. 22
Learning Open House
DANIELSON --- Learning in Retirement (LIR -QV) will hold a Fall Open House at 1 p.m. at the Killingly Community Center. The LIR-QV will present Sheryl Faye as Sheryl Faye, as Katherine Hepburn: “From Hartford to Hollywood.” There will be a preview of fall courses, light refreshments. Free. Limited seating – first come, first served. No reservations required.
Sat. Sept. 13
Fall Festival
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Recreation Department will host a Fall Festival at the Recreation Park. This is an old fashioned family fun day. The department is partnering with PCS PTO for a Harvest Hustle 5K & Kids Fun Run. www.pomfretct.gov/recreation.
Sat. Sept. 27
Pomfret Historical Program
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Historical Society will present “Jordan Freeman: Black Revolutionary War Soldier” performed by Kevin Johnson of the CT State Library at 3 p.m. at the Old Town House.
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Nichols College announces spring dean’s list
DUDLEY — Several local students were named to the Nichols College spring 2025 dean’s list:
Timothy Billings of Woodstock
Kyle Busha of N Grosvenordale
Aysaiah Chavez of Dayville
Mateusz Chojnicki of Woodstock
Hannah Cozza of Dayville
Chloe Difusco of Danielson
Gabriel Dowd of Brooklyn
Adien Hyde of Danielson
Kaitlyn Lamontagne of N Grosvenordale
Nicholas Majewski of Woodstock
Noah Rudman of Putnam
Joseph Werge of N Grosvenordale
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'Funny, sweet’ The Prom coming July 25
PUTNAM — The Theatre of Northeastern Connecticut at the Bradley Playhouse will present its summer musical, the joyously funny and sweet blockbuster “The Prom” July 25 for three weekends.
Performances are at 7:30 p.m. July 25, 26 and Aug. 1, 2, 7 and 8 and at 2 p.m. July 27, Aug. 3 and Aug. 9. To accommodate the Putnam Car Cruise on Aug. 10, shows for the final weekend are at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 7 and 8 and at 2 p.m. Aug. 9. Tickets are $30 for adults and $27 for seniors, students, veterans and first responders.
All seats are reserved. Reservations may be made with a major credit card online at www.thebradleyplayhouse.org or by calling 860-928-7887. Tickets may be purchased at the theater box office, either before the performance, or at the door if available.
The TNECT production of The Prom is directed by John K. McElroy ll with music direction by Brittany Dyer, choreography by Kat MacInnes and is stage managed by Brian McElroy.
Arden Allen plays Emma Nolan, the girl who just wants to take her girlfriend, Alyssa Greene, played by Leilany Ventura, to the prom. The Broadway actors whose hilarious attempts at assistance shake-up a small town are played by Melanie Kane as Dee Dee Allen, Christopher Currier as Barry Glickman, Dan Pickar as Trent Oliver, Hannah Van Meter as Angie Dickenson. Anthony Francis DeRos plays the beleaguered Sheldon Saperstein, a press agent. The small-town inhabitants whose eyes are opened to love, and acceptance include Principal Tom Hawkins, played by Jack Ferdman and Alyssa’s mother, Mrs. Greene, played by Amy Stoelzel. Angelina Manfredi, Sophia McClay, Massimo Papa, and Nathan Conrow portray students at the high school and head a large ensemble of singing, dancing students and townspeople.
The Prom, book and lyrics by Chad Beguelin, book by Bob Martin, and music by Matthew Sklar, is based on an original concept by Jack Viertel. The Prom is a heartfelt, high-energy musical comedy that celebrates love, acceptance, and the fight for equality. It is suitable for most audiences, but we offer the following content advisories: Themes of LGBTQ+ identity and discrimination are handled with humor and compassion but may be sensitive for some viewers. Mild Language: Includes occasional use of mild profanity and suggestive humor.
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Top: Cast members of work with choreographer Kat MacInnes. Left, from left: Leilany Ventura as Alyssa Greene, Arden Allen as Emma Nolan. Above: Photos by John K. McElroy II, director.
Putnam Cooling Centers open Tuesday through Friday
PUTNAM — From Scott E. Belleville, Putnam Emergency Management Director: In accordance with Governor Lamont’s Extreme Hot Weather Protocol, the Putnam Municipal Complex will be open as a cooling center:
Putnam Public Library: Tuesday, July 15 – Noon to 8:00PM; Wednesday, July 16 – 10:00AM to 8:00PM; Thursday, July 17 – 10:00AM to 8:00PM; Friday, July 18 – 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Municipal Complex Room 113: Tuesday, July 15 – Noon to 4:30PM; Wednesday, July 16 – 8:30AM to 4:30PM; Thursday, July 17 – 8:00AM to 6:00PM; Friday, July 18 – 8:00AM to 1:00PM
For those who are in need overnight shelters, please call 211.
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