Wed. June 22

Fun Runs

W. THOMPSON --- The long-standing 5K summer fun runs, founded originally by Bobby Mayer, takes place every Wednesday until mid-September. Combination of rough pavement and gravel roads. Free. Park and meet at the Ravenelle Rd parking lot. Runners will walk toward the starting line from the lot around 6 and the run will start promptly at 6:15. Newcomers are advised to arrive earlier to get a course description. Info: Martin This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

 

Exhibit

N. GROSVENORDALE --- Art @ the Library will present “My Love of Quilting” by Irene Rice through June 25 at the Thompson Public Library. 

 

Sat. June 23

Farmers Market

PUTNAM --- The Putnam Thursday Farmers Market is open from o 1 p.m. at the Pavilion on Kennedy Drive. It runs Saturdays through Oct. 31.

 

Senior Citizens

POMFRET --- The Pomfret Seniors will present “Guided Meditation” with Barbara Marston, MDiv for a session of relaxation and focus using guided meditation and breathing techniques. Open to all local seniors. 860-928-7459.

 

Fri. June 24

Collaborative Event

WOODSTOCK --- Artists of The Last Green Valley, a Collaborative Event will be presented from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 24, and from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 25 and 26 at Taylor Brooke Winery. Enjoy diverse artists’ creations. Some proceeds from artist’s registration fees will be donated to The Last Green Valley to aid their conservation efforts. Questions from interested artists & attendees go to event organizer, Sherry Abbate-Witkowski, 860-371-4745 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

Library Program

POMFRET --- The Pomfret Public Library will present “Bob Backlund: The All-American Boy” at 6:30 p.m. in the Pomfret School’s Parsons Lodge. Free. Registration:  860-928-3475.

 

Concert

WOODSTOCK --- The first Twilight Lawn Concert of the season at Roseland Cottage on Rt. 169 at 7 p.m., featuring The Juice Box. Bring a picnic. Cosponsored by Historic New England and Woodstock Recreation. Free.

 

Sat. June 25

Farmers Market

PUTNAM --- The Putnam Saturday Farmers Market is open from 3:30 to 6 p.m. at the Pavilion on Kennedy Drive. It runs Saturdays through Oct. 29.

 

Textile Show

WILLIMANTIC --- The Mill Museum – Windham Textile & History Museum on Main Street, will present Weaving & Spinning demo and lecture from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Donations to benefit the museum: $10 for adults; $5 for kids. 860-456-2178.

 

Fund-raiser

DANIELSON --- The Access Community Action Agency announced that Logee’s Greenhouses will hold its 3rd Annual Summer Solstice Celebration from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Rain or shine. Benefits Access on North Street in Danielson. Local artisans and restaurants will be showcasing their goods, including two micro-brewery tastings, with nature garden activities and live music.

 

Victorian Bazaar

WILLIMANTIC --- The Willimantic Camp Meeting Association’s 107th Victorian Bazaar will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Rt. 32 south, 1 mile south of Frog Bridge. Benefits maintenance for several historical rental cottages, a port-a-potty for the playground/pond area, support for missionaries and many other activities.

 

Sun. June 26

Golf Tourney

PUTNAM --- The Congregational Church of Putnam will present The Steve Bousquet Memorial Golf tournament/Congregational Church of Putnam’s 13th Annual Golf Tournament at 11:45 a.m. at Thompson Raceway Golf Course.  860-315-3269.

 

Mon. June 27

Farmers Market

PUTNAM --- The NECT Farmers Market will be held from 3:30 to 6 p.m. every Monday through Oct. 24 at the Riverview Pavilion off Kennedy Drive.

 

Tues. June 28

Exercise Group

WOODSTOCK --- The Woodstock Senior Exercise Group will meet from 9 to 10 a.m. every Tuesday in the Woodstock Town Hall lower level meeting room. Free for all Woodstock senior citizens 60 and older. 860-974-1050.

 

Fri. July 1

First Fridays

PUTNAM --- The Putnam Business Association will present First Fridays from 6 to 9 p.m. downtown.

 

Library Program

POMFRET --- The Pomfret Public Library and Abington Society Library will sponsor an event, “Catfeather Art & Music presents Civil War Songs by Rick Spencer,” at 7 p.m. in the Pomfret Library. 860-928-3475.

 

Sat. July 2

Fireworks

PUTNAM --- The Town of Putnam Fireworks Display and Concert will be held at the Putnam Rotary Park. Souls on Fire concert at 7:15. Fireworks at 9:15/dusk. Bring blanket or lawn chairs.

 

Nature Program

POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret Center will present "Woodlands (Boston Hollow)" from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Grassland Bird Conservation Center on Day Road. $7 for members; $15 for nonmembers. 860-928-4948.

 

Mon. July 4

Canterbury Parade

CANTERBURY --- The Canterbury 4th of July Parade starts with lineups at 9 a.m. at the Baldwin School on Rt. 14 and step off at 10. Family Fun Event follows at the Town Hall.  The Parade Committee is looking for vendors for the event (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.) and there is no charge for the vendors. 860-546-9821.

 

Jamboree

E. WOODSTOCK --- The 60th annual Jamboree will be held on the East Woodstock Common.  The Book Tent, Attic Treasures and Coffee & Donuts will be available beginning at 9 a.m.  Other booths will be open by 11..  Final activities will take place at 5:30 p.m.  Register for Horseshoes at 11 a.m., Chicken BBQ begins at 11:30 and lasts until the last bite is gone.  The Parade steps off at 1 p.m.  Live entertainment, food booths,  games and more.  Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy a Norman Rockwell Fourth.  Free parking and admission.   

 

Sat. July 9

Reenactment

POMFRET --- The Wyndham Land Trust will present a Civil War reenactment July 9 and 10 at the Aicher Preserve. 

 

Acorn Adventures

LEBANON ---  The LGV Ranger Marcy’s July Acorn Adventures will include present an historic walk from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at Lebanon Historical Society Museum on Rt. 87: “Lebanon CT.Celebrate Independence!” Walk in George Washington’s footsteps as we march, and then tell what we know & like about the 4th of July. The museum invites us for a FREE visit, with a children’s room filled with historic outfits, a tent to pitch, a toy musket to shoot and more.

 

Sun. July 10

Yard Sale

PUTNAM --- A Yard Sale will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at B'nai Shalom, 125 Church St., (across from Town Hall). Rain or shine.

 

Thur. July 14

Fund-raiser Evening

POMFRET --- The Friends of Camp Quinebaug will host An Evening For Camp Quinebaug will be held from 6 to 9 p.m at Grill 37. Includes silent auction. $30 and includes first glass of wine at no charge courtesy of Jonathan Edwards Winery. 860-336-9329.

 

Acorn Adventure

HOLLAND, Mass. --- The LGV Ranger Marcy’s July Acorn Adventures will present a hike from 11 a.m. to noon at Quinebaug Woods, Dug Hill Road, “Hiking, Maps & Safety on the Trails!” Free. Strollers are welcome. Leashed dogs welcome. Questions? This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

Nature Program

POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret Center will present "Evening Bird Walk" at 6 p.m. at the Grassland Bird Conservation Center on Day Road. $5 for members; $10 for nonmembers. 860-928-4948.

 

 

Fri. July 15

Meander

SOUTHBRIDGE --- The Last Green Valley’s Mystery Member Meander will be held from 10 to 11 a.m.  Secret location disclosed upon RSVP to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. trek on 1.5 miles of wooded trails, Strollers are not appropriate, but we can go slow with toddlers. Leashed dogs are welcome.

 

 

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