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Wed. Oct. 6
Art Exhibit
THOMPSON --- The Friends of the Thompson Public Library will present Art @ the Library “Dialogues” exhibit by Ann C. Rosebrooks and Donna O’Scolaigh Lange through Oct. 30. In the display case for October is “Knitted & Crocheted Toys” by Jeanne Carita. 860-923-9779.
Fri. Oct. 8
Book/Bake Sale
BROOKLYN --- Our Lady of LaSalette Church, near the intersection of routes 169 and 6, will hold a book and bake sale from 5 to 8 p.m. Oct. 8 and from 9 a.m. to noon Oct. 9 in the church basement. Masks suggested.
Sat. Oct. 9
Swedish Meatballs
PUTNAM --- The Congregational Church of Putnam downtown will hold a Swedish Meatball Supper, takeout only, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Reservations or info: 860-928-4293.
Mon. Oct. 11
Blood Drive
POMFRET CENTER --- The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive from 1 to 6 p.m. at 1st Congregational Church of Pomfret.1-800-RED-CROSS.
Wed. Oct. 13
Pet Clinic
DANIELSON --- Pets Pals Northeast will hold a Community Pet Wellness Clinic from 12:30 to 4 p.m. at Owen Bell Park. No fee. Appointments required: 860-594-4500, ext. 6308. Masks required.
Thur. Oct. 14
Blood Drive
MOOSUP --- The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive from 1 to 6 p.m. at the Moosup Fire Dept. 1-800-RED-CROSS.
Sat. Oct. 16
Walk
HAMPTON --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Trail Wood on Kenyon Road will present The Last Green Valley Walktober Walk to learn about naturalist author and photographer Edwin Way Teale from 10 a.m. to noon. Rain date: 10-noon Oct. 17. 860-928-4948.
Pumpkin Fest
PUTNAM --- The Great Pumpkin Fest will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in downtown Putnam and at Rotary Park. Food, music and much more.
Roast Beef Supper
THOMPSON --- The Thompson Lions Club 26th annual roast beef supper with Big Fella’s BBQ will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Valley Springs Sportsman Club. $15. Drive thru takeout only.
Sun. Oct. 17
Pumpkin Painting
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Elks on Edmond Street will hold a Community Pumpkin Painting Event from noon to 2 p.m. for ages 1 to 13. Everything provided and you can take the pumpkins home with you.
Thur. Oct. 21
Bird Walk
HAMPTON --- The Connecticut Audubon Society of Pomfret Center will present a Trail Wood Bird Walk at 8 a.m. at Trail Wood, Kenyon Road. $10 for CAS members; $20 for nonmembers. 860-928-4948.
Sat. Oct. 23
Owl Banding Demo
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret Center will hold a Saw-whet Owl Banding Demonstration at 7 p.m. at the Grassland Bird Conservation Center on Day Road. Bring a camera. $20 for CAS members; $30 for nonmembers. 860-928-4948.
Rabies Clinic
DANIELSON --- Pet Pals Northeast will hold a low-cost rabies clinic from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Quinebaug Valley Veterinary Hospital on Rt. 2 on the Danielson/Plainfield town line. $15 cash per animal. Pre-registration and appointment required. No walk-ins. 860-317-1720.
Sun. Oct. 24
Trick or Treat
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Elks on Edmond Street will hold a Drive-thru Trick or Treat from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Scarecrow Contest
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Elks on Edmond Street will hold a Scarecrow Contest. Set up is from 9 to 10 a.m. and judging is at noon. Build a scarecrow for a chance to win a prize. Benefits CT Children’s Medical Center. Must bring your own materials. $5.
Tues. Oct. 26
Prostate Screening
PUTNAM --- Day Kimball Healthcare will offer a free Prostate Cancer Screening Event to eligible men from 1 to 4 p.m. in the urology medical specialty suite at Day Kimball Hospital. in Putnam. Registration is required and appointments are limited: 860-963-3848.
Fri. Oct. 29
Owl Banding Demo
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret Center will hold a Saw-whet Owl Banding Demonstration at 7 p.m. at the Grassland Bird Conservation Center on Day Road. Bring a camera. $20 for CAS members; $30 for nonmembers. 860-928-4948.
Sat. Nov. 6
Dueling Pianos
PUTNAM --- Day Kimball Healthcare will present Dueling Pianos Presented By Foxwoods Resort Casino at 7 p.m. at Connecticut National Golf Club. Benefit: Day Kimball Healthcare At Home. More Info:daykimball.org/pianos
Sat. Nov. 12
Yuletide Festival
PUTNAM --- The Daughters of Isabella will hold its Yuletide Festival from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church on Providence Street. They are seeking vendors. Table rentals are $35 if reserved before Oct. 20 or $40 after Oct. 20. 860 928 5014.
Fri. Nov. 26
Artists’ Open Studios
PUTNAM --- The Artists’ Open Studios of Northeast CT will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 26, 27, 28 and Dec. 4 and 5. www.aosct.org.
Sun. Dec. 5
Hospice Tree
Day Kimball Healthcare will present Hospice Tree of Life Ceremonies at 5 p.m. at locations around northeastern Connecticut. Benefit: Hospice & Palliative Care of NE CT. More Info:daykimball.org/treeoflife
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