C.O.R.E. is a regional calendar of community events and activities happening in the Eastern Connecticut area served by the Cultural Coalition. This free shared calendar is for the region's arts, cultural, history, humanities, creative and tourism communities to use for promotion to residents and visitors.
EXHIBITION
The Stonington Free Library invites photographers AGES 15 TO ADULT to submit images depicting the Stonington Free Library or Wadawanuck Square for the 3rd Annual LOVE WHERE YOU READ exhibit. Works chosen will be displayed in the library gallery from October 1, 2025 – December 30, 2025. The exhibition includes awards with a solo show opportunity for the 1st place artist. Entries must be emailed to millie@stoningtonfreelibrary by September 26, 2025. Selected photographers will be notified by September 30, 2025.
GOAL
LOVE WHERE YOU READ is an opportunity for artists of all skill levels to showcase their talent while giving back to the library. Some of the images chosen may be featured on notecards, calendars or merchandise that will benefit the programs and activities at the library. This year our top 3 winners will be featured on limited edition library cards!
AWARDS
First Place: Solo Show at SFL: $75 prize | Second place: $25 | Third place: SFL Merchandise. All winning artists will be featured on our NEW Limited Edition Library Cards! There is no fee to enter.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
For contest details go to: www.stoningtonfreelibrary.org or stop by the library to pick up a copy of the contest rules.
2025 LOVE Where You Read PHOTO Contest
Are you looking to improve your communication skills? Are you looking to become a more effective leader? Are you looking for somewhere to challenge yourself to grow personally and professionally? If you answer yes to any of these questions, consider attending our Toastmasters club meeting.
Norwich Toastmasters meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month and provides an opportunity to learn how to improve your communication and leadership skills. Members use a variety of resources to practice their skills in a positive and supportive learning environment which fosters self-confidence and personal growth.
Our meeting is from 7:00-8:30 pm and held at the Chelsea Groton Bank, Norwich/Westside Branch, at 444 West Main Street, Norwich, CT. Doors open at 6:30 pm. If you can’t attend in person we also offer online access.
To learn more click on our website please use the Contact Us link displayed there.
Norwich Toastmasters
EXHIBITION
The Stonington Free Library invites photographers AGES 15 TO ADULT to submit images depicting the Stonington Free Library or Wadawanuck Square for the 3rd Annual LOVE WHERE YOU READ exhibit. Works chosen will be displayed in the library gallery from October 1, 2025 – December 30, 2025. The exhibition includes awards with a solo show opportunity for the 1st place artist. Entries must be emailed to millie@stoningtonfreelibrary by September 26, 2025. Selected photographers will be notified by September 30, 2025.
GOAL
LOVE WHERE YOU READ is an opportunity for artists of all skill levels to showcase their talent while giving back to the library. Some of the images chosen may be featured on notecards, calendars or merchandise that will benefit the programs and activities at the library. This year our top 3 winners will be featured on limited edition library cards!
AWARDS
First Place: Solo Show at SFL: $75 prize | Second place: $25 | Third place: SFL Merchandise. All winning artists will be featured on our NEW Limited Edition Library Cards! There is no fee to enter.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
For contest details go to: www.stoningtonfreelibrary.org or stop by the library to pick up a copy of the contest rules.
2025 LOVE Where You Read PHOTO Contest
Join us for a 5k run around New London starting and ending at Tox Brewing Co! Runners will receive $1 off a draft after the run. All paces welcome. Runs will occur every other week until Halloween.
Join the Sweat 'n' Snack strava:
https://strava.app.link/n1NpXlqenVb
Hoppy Hour Run Presented by Sweat 'n' Snack
TORI FLEMING
THURDAY, September 18
PLAYING IN THE TAP ROOM
https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/09/18-torifleming
Show Time 8pm | Free | 21+
Born and raised in Southern California, indie singer/songwriter Tori Fleming creates music with a mix of styles including indie folk, pop and Americana music with influences like Maggie Rogers, Kacey Musgraves, and Sara Bareilles. Tori's debut album "Outloud" is now available wherever you find your music.
TORI FLEMING
On view from September 19 - November 6 is LAA’s member show, New England Landscape. This annual show celebrates the warm and colorful loveliness of East Coast landscapes, and is running concurrently with The American Artists Professional League’s Timeless show. Opening reception on Sunday, September 21, 2-4pm.
New England Landscape
The 53rd Brewfest at the Beach, Ocean Beach Park in New London. It will take place on Friday September 19, 2025 from 6pm-9pm. It will include hundreds of beer and other beverages to sample. Admission in advance is $30 pp and includes: 15 tickets for sampling, Brew friendly food and entertainment.
Brewfest at the Beach Rotary Club of New London
SONGWRITERS NIGHT
WALT WILKINS, GRACE MORRISON, MARC DOUGLAS BERARDO, SARAH MAC
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
SHOW: 8P | DOORS: 7P
Tickets: $20
($3 Service Charge Included With Online Tickets. All sales are final, no ticket refunds or exchanges. Seats are on a first-come, first-serve basis, and seats are not guaranteed with ticket purchase.)
https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/09/19-songwriters
Walt Wilkins
“He “Walt” might be one of the most under-appreciated of the modern Texas country scene’s founding fathers, having been best known as the writer or co-writer for many of Pat Green’s best-loved songs, including “Songs About Texas,” “Carry On,” and “Poetry” –- Lonestar Music Magazine.
Grace Morrison
“Her voice smacks of Jewel, and her style, cadence, and song structure is every inch from the school of Joan Osborne, Lisa Loeb, and Natalie Merchant. It’s uncanny.” - Lauren Daley, Boston Globe
“Grace Morrison is the most interesting new songwriter I have heard since I started working with John Fullbright 10 years ago.-” Greg Johnson, Blue Door, OK
In the course of the last few years, Grace Morrison has become established as a confident, refreshing voice in country pop.
Music fans are certain to find much to love with storytelling and her clear, crisp delivery of songs reminiscent of Jewel and Lisa Loeb.
Her songs tell tales about family, persistence, joyfulness, and sadness, and burrow their way into the hearts and souls of those who listen.
Marc Douglas Berardo
Singer-songwriter, performer, and keen observer, Marc Douglas Berardo composes songs that mine the deep feelings and lessons gleaned from real-life characters and situations, along with an onstage presence that uses humor and deft storytelling to rally an audience and lead them into a deep and almost spiritual experience. It’s an adventure that brings to mind James Taylor, Jimmy Buffett, Guy Clark, or Steely Dan with a touch of Mark Twain or Hunter S. Thompson for good measure. An MDB show is a night of laughter and emotion that works to send an audience home with a renewed sense of possibility.
Sarah Mac
Hailing from the east coast and married to a deep love of storytelling, Sarah Mac weaves songs of love, loss and the human spirit that feel timeless and deeply personal. With a voice that blends natural strength and vulnerability, she paints vivid portraits of life’s highs and lows - drawing inspiration from an experience that seems equally familiar with deep sorrow and powerful joy. Whether performing on renowned stages or in the warmth of a living room, her lyrics capture the essence of everyday life—its quiet moments, its struggles, and its beauty. Known for her authenticity and heartfelt connection to her audience, she is carving out her place as an important voice in the New England singer-songwriter landscape.
SONGWRITERS NIGHT
Celebrating Agriculture is a fun, FREE educational day showcasing the benefits agriculture provides to the region, as well as the challenges farms face today. A day filled with agricultural displays, family events, food and entertainment! Follow our Facebook Page for updates.
Celebrating Agriculture
On view from September 19 - November 6 is LAA’s member show, New England Landscape. This annual show celebrates the warm and colorful loveliness of East Coast landscapes, and is running concurrently with The American Artists Professional League’s Timeless show. Opening reception on Sunday, September 21, 2-4pm.
New England Landscape
EXHIBITION
The Stonington Free Library invites photographers AGES 15 TO ADULT to submit images depicting the Stonington Free Library or Wadawanuck Square for the 3rd Annual LOVE WHERE YOU READ exhibit. Works chosen will be displayed in the library gallery from October 1, 2025 – December 30, 2025. The exhibition includes awards with a solo show opportunity for the 1st place artist. Entries must be emailed to millie@stoningtonfreelibrary by September 26, 2025. Selected photographers will be notified by September 30, 2025.
GOAL
LOVE WHERE YOU READ is an opportunity for artists of all skill levels to showcase their talent while giving back to the library. Some of the images chosen may be featured on notecards, calendars or merchandise that will benefit the programs and activities at the library. This year our top 3 winners will be featured on limited edition library cards!
AWARDS
First Place: Solo Show at SFL: $75 prize | Second place: $25 | Third place: SFL Merchandise. All winning artists will be featured on our NEW Limited Edition Library Cards! There is no fee to enter.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
For contest details go to: www.stoningtonfreelibrary.org or stop by the library to pick up a copy of the contest rules.
2025 LOVE Where You Read PHOTO Contest
Performances and workshops include:
Carmen Agra Deedy - Cuban storyteller and author
Darlene Kascak - Native American history and stories
Carol Birch (Tom Callinan, music) Stories From The Heartland
Carolyn Stearns - Telling Historical Family Stories
Sharmont "Influence" Little - Poetry
Glenn Harper - Folk Tales, Original Tales
Connecticut Storytelling Festival & Conference
Join us for the Garlic Festival in an award-winning festival. Food Vendors & Refreshments, Farms, Bakers, Crafters, Artisans & Artists on September 20 & 21. Great Music & Family Fun! More details coming soon.
Saturday: 11 am – 7 pm
Sunday: 11 am – 6 pm
18th Annual Garlic Festival
The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp’s annual Fandango benefit Gala is back! This year’s event, “Once Upon A Camp” will be on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp in Ashford Conn. The annual Fandango Benefit Gala tradition that Founder Paul Newman began to support Camp programs has evolved over time, but the touchstone of the festivities remains – a variety show with campers performing musical numbers, families sharing inspirational stories and celebrity friends joining them center stage. The Fandango show returns to Hole in the Wall’s Theater, with a simulcast stream in Camp’s Dining Hall. Guests will enjoy an afternoon and evening filled with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, food trucks, interactive culinary stations, silent and live auctions, music, and more! The recipients of Camp’s 2025 Most Wanted Award will be revealed. Legendary actor and visionary philanthropist Paul Newman founded Hole in the Wall in 1988 so children with serious illnesses could just be kids while finding fun, friendship, and hope. Hole in the Wall now provides “a different kind of healing” to thousands of children with serious illnesses and family members annually – all completely free of charge. Paul’s innovative spirit, creativity and playfulness remain at the heart of all Hole in the Wall programming.
Theater tickets available for: $2,000 and $1,250. Simulcast tickets available for $500.
To purchase tickets or donate, visit https://www.holeinthewallgang.org/gala25.
The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp Presents “Once Upon a Camp”
Diane Blue's All Star Band
Saturday, September 20
Show: 8p | Doors: 7p
Tickets: $20
https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/09/20diane-blues
Boston's DIANE BLUE is a “multi-talented performer who’s equally at home belting out a blues standard or cutting loose with a ferocious harmonica solo.” (Bill Van Siclen, Providence Journal). Her performances are captivating, charismatic and heartfelt, whether fronting her own world-class band or singing alongside master Bluesman Ronnie Earl. When Diane is not performing with Ronnie Earl, she leads her own all-star band of extraordinary musicians. Ms. Blue is a 2020 Blues Music Award nominee for Contemporary Blues Female Artist. Diane Blue’s most recent solo record, "Live at the Fallout Shelter" was released on November 26, 2022 (Regina Royale Records).
Diane Blue's All-Star band is:
Dave Limina - hammond B3 organ
Chris Vitarello - guitar/vocals
Chris Anzalone - drums
Diane Blue's All Star Band
Tonight’s show features:
Drew Dunn
In 2014, Drew began his stand-up career quickly making a name for himself around New England for his quick wit, voices, and unique style. After winning the Boston Comedy Festival in 2017, he began to perform comedy regularly around the country.
In 2018, Drew won the Seattle International Comedy Competition followed by being selected to be a “New Face of Comedy” at the prestigious Just for Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal in 2019. Drew has since continued to headline comedy clubs across the US and Canada while making various types of online content earning millions of views.
Drew has a special on Dry Bar Comedy and a set recorded with Don’t Tell Comedy.
He has also gained the attention of some of the biggest names in comedy, including a shoutout on the Joe Rogan Experience. Most recently, Drew opened for comedy legend, Dane Cook, on his 2023 and 2024 tours.
Follow @DrewDunnComedy online for weekly standup content and to watch the journey of one of the county’s fastest rising comedic talents.
Join us for
Comedy in the Oasis Room.
COME EARLY to grab your seats and enjoy a drink before the show.
Comedy + Craft Beer = Your New Favorite Night Out
Get ready for a night of big laughs, cold drinks, and unforgettable fun at the Garde Arts Center’s Oasis Room!
The Comedy Craft Beer Tour is thrilled to partner with the Garde to bring you weekly comedy nights in this cozy, up-close setting—perfect for enjoying some of the best stand-up talent in the country. Since 2016, we’ve been pairing top-tier comedians with unique venues across the Northeast, from breweries and wineries to resorts and country clubs. Now, we’re bringing the party to New London.
Our lineup features comics who’ve appeared on Comedy Central, Netflix, Late Night TV, and major comedy festivals across the U.S. and beyond. Whether you’re a comedy fanatic or just need a great night out, these shows deliver serious laughs from performers at the top of their game.
So grab a drink, bring some friends, and get ready to laugh until it hurts.
All you need to do is to get your tickets—see you at the show!
The Comedy Craft Beer Tour presents: Drew Dunn | Comedy in the Oasis Room
Join us for a 5k run around New London starting and ending at Tox Brewing Co to start your Sunday morning! Runners will receive 10% off a coffee drink at Tox Brewing after the run. All paces welcome.
Join the Sweat 'n' Snack strava:
https://strava.app.link/n1NpXlqenVb
Rise + Grind Run Presented by Sweat 'n' Snack
Free yoga on Sundays at 9am with Kim. Sponsored by Yale New Haven Health.
Sunday Yoga
All Roads Lead to the Coventry Farmers' Market!
Come experience CT's largest farmers' market on the grounds of the Nathan Hale Homestead. This market features some of the best CT-grown, CT-made products in an unspoiled countryside setting
Coventry Farmers' Market
On view from September 19 - November 6 is LAA’s member show, New England Landscape. This annual show celebrates the warm and colorful loveliness of East Coast landscapes, and is running concurrently with The American Artists Professional League’s Timeless show. Opening reception on Sunday, September 21, 2-4pm.
New England Landscape
EXHIBITION
The Stonington Free Library invites photographers AGES 15 TO ADULT to submit images depicting the Stonington Free Library or Wadawanuck Square for the 3rd Annual LOVE WHERE YOU READ exhibit. Works chosen will be displayed in the library gallery from October 1, 2025 – December 30, 2025. The exhibition includes awards with a solo show opportunity for the 1st place artist. Entries must be emailed to millie@stoningtonfreelibrary by September 26, 2025. Selected photographers will be notified by September 30, 2025.
GOAL
LOVE WHERE YOU READ is an opportunity for artists of all skill levels to showcase their talent while giving back to the library. Some of the images chosen may be featured on notecards, calendars or merchandise that will benefit the programs and activities at the library. This year our top 3 winners will be featured on limited edition library cards!
AWARDS
First Place: Solo Show at SFL: $75 prize | Second place: $25 | Third place: SFL Merchandise. All winning artists will be featured on our NEW Limited Edition Library Cards! There is no fee to enter.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
For contest details go to: www.stoningtonfreelibrary.org or stop by the library to pick up a copy of the contest rules.
2025 LOVE Where You Read PHOTO Contest
Join us for the Garlic Festival in an award-winning festival. Food Vendors & Refreshments, Farms, Bakers, Crafters, Artisans & Artists on September 20 & 21. Great Music & Family Fun! More details coming soon.
Saturday: 11 am – 7 pm
Sunday: 11 am – 6 pm
18th Annual Garlic Festival
This beginner-friendly class is an introduction to the relief process, the technique used in the oldest forms of printmaking. By creating a single-color linocut print, you will learn the basics of relief printing. We will explore types of carving blocks, inks, and papers, and you will learn how to prepare your carving block, transfer your design, and carve and ink the block. You will make several prints, both by hand printing and using the printing press. (After this class, members will be certified to use the press for relief printing.)
Please read through the relief printing handout (found here) before class, and bring a simple design no larger than 5x8 inches. A good beginner design has a bold image, thick lines, and no fine details. Keeping it simple will help you avoid frustration and allow you to focus on the fundamentals of printmaking. You can find some great ideas by searching for free black and white vector art. Several design options will also be available to choose from in class.
Certification for Members: Printing Press Members who demonstrate proper use of the printing press can be certified for independent access to the tool.
Thanks to generous donations from The Frank Loomis Palmer Foundation , prices of our certification classes are greatly reduced.
Get your tickets today!
Ages: 15+
Please note that the class fee is non-refundable. Plan accordingly.
Printmaking 101: Relief
Visit one of New England’s earliest graveyards with a special focus on those of African descent who are buried there. Meet your guides from the Hempsted Houses and the New London chapter of the NAACP at the burying ground at the top of Hempstead Street.
Ye Antientist Burial Ground Tour: The African American Connection
BRAD BENSKO & ROBERT GERVASINI
SUNDAY, September 21
PLAYING IN THE TAP ROOM
Show Time 8pm | Free | 21+
About Brad:
Hailing from Southeastern CT, Brad Bensko has been writing and performing music throughout New England since 2014, both as a solo act as well as one half of the duo Kat & Brad with fiddler/singer Kathleen Parks.
Drawing from his influences of 50s/60s Rock, Americana, Acoustic Blues, and Jazz, Brad fuses these sounds into his own style that is new, yet reminiscent of the past. His ventures have brought him to share the stage with acts such as John Sebastian of the Lovin’ Spoonful, and most recently, opening for Gordon Lightfoot.
Robert Gervasini is a Westerly native and guitarist who has his roots in blues. He has shared the stage with local blues musicians such as Johnny Nicholas, Greg Piccolo, and Sugar Ray Norcia. As a solo act, he focuses on old country, folk, and blues music.
BRAD BENSKO & ROBERT GERVASINI
EXHIBITION
The Stonington Free Library invites photographers AGES 15 TO ADULT to submit images depicting the Stonington Free Library or Wadawanuck Square for the 3rd Annual LOVE WHERE YOU READ exhibit. Works chosen will be displayed in the library gallery from October 1, 2025 – December 30, 2025. The exhibition includes awards with a solo show opportunity for the 1st place artist. Entries must be emailed to millie@stoningtonfreelibrary by September 26, 2025. Selected photographers will be notified by September 30, 2025.
GOAL
LOVE WHERE YOU READ is an opportunity for artists of all skill levels to showcase their talent while giving back to the library. Some of the images chosen may be featured on notecards, calendars or merchandise that will benefit the programs and activities at the library. This year our top 3 winners will be featured on limited edition library cards!
AWARDS
First Place: Solo Show at SFL: $75 prize | Second place: $25 | Third place: SFL Merchandise. All winning artists will be featured on our NEW Limited Edition Library Cards! There is no fee to enter.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
For contest details go to: www.stoningtonfreelibrary.org or stop by the library to pick up a copy of the contest rules.
2025 LOVE Where You Read PHOTO Contest
FABULOUS FALL STORY TIME!
The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children to our Fall Story Time, a story program for children ages birth through age 5, with a caregiver. Story Time meets every Monday at 10:00 AM at the library, beginning on September 8, 2025 through November 17, with no session on October 13. Story Time features stories, songs with live music, and finger plays in the Reference Room. No registration necessary; please call the library at 860-445-0392 for further information.
Library hours are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Wednesday and Friday, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Saturday, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
The Bill Memorial Library, a landmark on Groton Bank since 1890, is located at 240 Monument Street in the
City of Groton, near the Groton Monument and historic Fort Griswold. To keep up
with the latest happenings for adults, teens, kids and families, visit our web
page at http://www.billmemorial.org, or check out our social media - follow us
on Instagram at @billmemorialgrotonct or find us on Facebook at Bill Memorial
Library.
Fabulous Fall Story Time @ The Bill Memorial Library
On view from September 19 - November 6 is LAA’s member show, New England Landscape. This annual show celebrates the warm and colorful loveliness of East Coast landscapes, and is running concurrently with The American Artists Professional League’s Timeless show. Opening reception on Sunday, September 21, 2-4pm.
New England Landscape
EXHIBITION
The Stonington Free Library invites photographers AGES 15 TO ADULT to submit images depicting the Stonington Free Library or Wadawanuck Square for the 3rd Annual LOVE WHERE YOU READ exhibit. Works chosen will be displayed in the library gallery from October 1, 2025 – December 30, 2025. The exhibition includes awards with a solo show opportunity for the 1st place artist. Entries must be emailed to millie@stoningtonfreelibrary by September 26, 2025. Selected photographers will be notified by September 30, 2025.
GOAL
LOVE WHERE YOU READ is an opportunity for artists of all skill levels to showcase their talent while giving back to the library. Some of the images chosen may be featured on notecards, calendars or merchandise that will benefit the programs and activities at the library. This year our top 3 winners will be featured on limited edition library cards!
AWARDS
First Place: Solo Show at SFL: $75 prize | Second place: $25 | Third place: SFL Merchandise. All winning artists will be featured on our NEW Limited Edition Library Cards! There is no fee to enter.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
For contest details go to: www.stoningtonfreelibrary.org or stop by the library to pick up a copy of the contest rules.
2025 LOVE Where You Read PHOTO Contest
MUSIC & MOVEMENT AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY
The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children and their grownups to our Music & Movement program on Tuesdays at 10:00 AM beginning September 9 through December 2, with no session November 11. Join us for songs and activities with LIVE music! We’ll have you and your little one moving and grooving as we sing, stretch, and explore music with instruments. This program is supported by CT Humanities and no registration is required. Call the library at 860-445-0392 for more information.
Library hours are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Wednesday and Friday, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturday, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
The Bill Memorial Library, a landmark on
Groton Heights since 1890, is located at 240 Monument Street in the City of
Groton, near the Groton Monument and historic Fort Griswold. To keep up with
the latest happenings for adults, teens, kids and families, visit our web page
at https://www.billmemorial.org, or check out our social media - follow us on Instagram at @billmemorialgrotonct or find us on Facebook at Bill Memorial Library.
Music & Movement at the Bill Memorial Library
Craft Tacos and Craft Beers- What's not to like!
Restaurant Industry Workers get 15% off their bill because we are all in this together!
*Taco choices can change weekly
Taco Tuesday and Restaurant Industry Night
Love cute, colorful, and creative art? Join us for Kawaii Art! This fun, relaxed program is perfect for teens who want to learn about or already enjoy drawing in the kawaii style. Work on your own projects or get inspired with prompts and easy tutorials provided Miss. Rachel. Bring your own drawing supplies, or use some of ours. There will be snacks!
for grades 6-12 or homeschool equivalent
Teens Kawaii Drawing Club
Beginner-Level Woodshop Class
Students will build a wooden cutting board. Students will start with mixed strips of wood and will glue, flatten, shape, groove, and finish the cutting board. This is a two-session class, (9/23+9/30) and at the end of the second class, students will take their project home.
This class will provide tool certification for Spark Makerspace Members who demonstrate safe usage of the tools. (chop saw, router, & planer)
Ages 18+
Sign Up Today!
Get Tickets Today! Class Fee is non-refundable. Please plan accordingly.
Woodshop 101: Make a Cutting Board (9/23+9/30)
Join Haley from Outbound Candle Co in the taproom to create your own custom 8oz candle. First drink is included in your registration.
Candle-making workshop with Outbound Candle Co
Have you ever seen a quilt that was so beautiful that you just HAD to make it? Well, this is that kind of quilt block. Quilter Timna Tarr made the quilt I saw, and she has generously permitted me to teach it.
This block is quick, simple, and addictively fun to make. Each striped circle becomes unique based on your fabric choices. We’ll start with muslin circles and learn the flip-and-sew technique, followed by a bit of hand sewing, gathering, pressing, and appliqué. Before you know it, you’ll have a quilt block (or two!) ready to become part of a beautiful top.
Students are welcome to bring strips of fabric, approximately 1 ½ inches wide, if they have them, but it is not necessary.
All materials are included in this class.
We will be making one quilt block together, from start to finish. Quicker workers may make more, but there is no hurry. Everyone can work at their own pace.
NOTE: Basic knowledge of a sewing machine is helpful, but not required; students can learn through the project.
Sign up today! Get Tickets Today! Class Fee is non-refundable. Please plan accordingly.
Scrap Quilt Block Class (Striped Circle)
On view from September 19 - November 6 is LAA’s member show, New England Landscape. This annual show celebrates the warm and colorful loveliness of East Coast landscapes, and is running concurrently with The American Artists Professional League’s Timeless show. Opening reception on Sunday, September 21, 2-4pm.
New England Landscape
EXHIBITION
The Stonington Free Library invites photographers AGES 15 TO ADULT to submit images depicting the Stonington Free Library or Wadawanuck Square for the 3rd Annual LOVE WHERE YOU READ exhibit. Works chosen will be displayed in the library gallery from October 1, 2025 – December 30, 2025. The exhibition includes awards with a solo show opportunity for the 1st place artist. Entries must be emailed to millie@stoningtonfreelibrary by September 26, 2025. Selected photographers will be notified by September 30, 2025.
GOAL
LOVE WHERE YOU READ is an opportunity for artists of all skill levels to showcase their talent while giving back to the library. Some of the images chosen may be featured on notecards, calendars or merchandise that will benefit the programs and activities at the library. This year our top 3 winners will be featured on limited edition library cards!
AWARDS
First Place: Solo Show at SFL: $75 prize | Second place: $25 | Third place: SFL Merchandise. All winning artists will be featured on our NEW Limited Edition Library Cards! There is no fee to enter.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
For contest details go to: www.stoningtonfreelibrary.org or stop by the library to pick up a copy of the contest rules.
2025 LOVE Where You Read PHOTO Contest
Join Brian Jones from Shoreline Clay Club in the taproom for this Sip n' Scratch cup decorating event! Enjoy a unique opportunity to personalize your own cup while sipping on a Tox brew (included in the ticket price). Come prepared with your own theme or decoration ideas or just let it flow! Brian will have cups already made and slipped so that you can draw and scratch your way to a unique pot that you can use at home.
All necessary materials to decorate your cup will be provided. This event is perfect for individuals looking to explore their artistic side in a relaxed and social setting at your fav local brewery!
***After the event, Brian will bring the completed cups back to Shoreline Clay Club to fire and return them to the taproom where you will be able to pick them up***
Sip n' Scratch Cup Decorating Workshop
On view from September 19 - November 6 is LAA’s member show, New England Landscape. This annual show celebrates the warm and colorful loveliness of East Coast landscapes, and is running concurrently with The American Artists Professional League’s Timeless show. Opening reception on Sunday, September 21, 2-4pm.
New England Landscape
EXHIBITION
The Stonington Free Library invites photographers AGES 15 TO ADULT to submit images depicting the Stonington Free Library or Wadawanuck Square for the 3rd Annual LOVE WHERE YOU READ exhibit. Works chosen will be displayed in the library gallery from October 1, 2025 – December 30, 2025. The exhibition includes awards with a solo show opportunity for the 1st place artist. Entries must be emailed to millie@stoningtonfreelibrary by September 26, 2025. Selected photographers will be notified by September 30, 2025.
GOAL
LOVE WHERE YOU READ is an opportunity for artists of all skill levels to showcase their talent while giving back to the library. Some of the images chosen may be featured on notecards, calendars or merchandise that will benefit the programs and activities at the library. This year our top 3 winners will be featured on limited edition library cards!
AWARDS
First Place: Solo Show at SFL: $75 prize | Second place: $25 | Third place: SFL Merchandise. All winning artists will be featured on our NEW Limited Edition Library Cards! There is no fee to enter.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
For contest details go to: www.stoningtonfreelibrary.org or stop by the library to pick up a copy of the contest rules.
2025 LOVE Where You Read PHOTO Contest
Jazz & Cocktails at the Knick
Sponsored by Grey Sail Brewing (Women owned & Women run)
Music with Duke Robillard
No Cover!
Thursday, September 25
6-8p | Free
https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/9/25/jazz-cocktails
Whether it's a song, a style, an idiom or an image, Duke Robillard will render it with mastery, power, nuance and an unerring grasp of its essence.
Born Michael John Robillard on October 4, 1948, in Woonsocket, R.I., Duke has carved out one of blues' most illustrious legacies, while also trodding some lofty related territories as a guitarist, vocalist, songwriter, bandleader, studio sideman, producer, label operator and educator.
After showing an early affinity for music and guitar, he founded Roomful Of Blues with pianist Al Copley in Westerly, R.I., in 1967. By adding horns, Roomful announced itself emphatically as the prototypical jump blues band, and became a New England legend and a fixture beyond, as did Duke himself.
His unsurpassed mastery of the guitar style of T-Bone Walker (later crystallized memorably in his 2004 release "Blue Mood") was deservedly heralded, but his breadth was also head-turning - from swing, standards and ballads to rockers, gutbucket Chicago blues and rockabilly.
By the time Duke left Roomful after a dozen years, he was firmly established in the upper echelon of contemporary blues guitarists. Duke went from Roomful to a stint with rockabilly revivalist Robert Gordon and then to the first iteration of the Legendary Blues Band, composed primarily of then-recent Muddy Waters sidemen.
The Duke Robillard Band debuted in 1981, re-emerging as The Pleasure Kings with their eponymous 1984 album on Rounder. It and its sequel, "Too Hot To Handle," burnished Duke's songwriting portfolio; the 1987 jazz outing "Swing" (with saxophonist Scott Hamilton) underscored his versatility and remains a highlight.
Continuing his solo career, Duke replaced Jimmie Vaughan with The Fabulous Thunderbirds in 1990. He cut his own much-awaited straight blues album "Duke's Blues" in 1993 for Canadian imprint Stony Plain, leading eventually to a rewarding, continuing and prolific alliance, along with releases during the ensuing years on Point Blank/Virgin and Shanachie, as well as instructional videos. He has also launched his own labels with Jesse Finkelstein, Blue Duchess/Shining Stone.
Duke's prolificity has included producing albums by Billy Boy Arnold, Joe Louis Walker, Rosco Gordon, Jimmy Witherspoon and Jay McShann, Zuzu Bollin, Billy Price and Otis Clay, Sunny Crownover, Bryan Lee and Al Basile as well as recording two collaborations with Herb Ellis, a pairing with his successor in Roomful, Ronnie Earl, a seat in the New Guitar Summit with J. Geils and Gerry Beaudoin, additional studio credits with Bob Dylan (the well-regarded 1997 "Time Out Of Mind"), Ruth Brown, Johnny Adams, Pinetop Perkins, Snooky Pryor, Al Copley, Todd Sharpville and Tony Z, and touring with Tom Waits in 2006.
Duke's resume is decorated with Grammy nominations, Handy Awards and Blues Music Awards, and other honors for his artistry, recordings and productions within the United States and internationally. On his latest release, "Duke Robillard and his Dames of Rhythm" on M.C. Records, he wields an acoustic archtop and joins six thrushes for evocative and enjoyable renditions of 1920s and 1930s swing tunes; it's a worthy successor to his 2016 BMA-winning "The Acoustic Blues And Roots Of Duke Robillard."
Duke remains based in Rhode Island and a whirlwind as a musician, producer, gardener and photographer. But wait, there's more: he's now creating fine art abstract paintings, too! At this point for Duke, versatility and mastery should come as anything but a surprise; it just means more richness in a superlative career for us to celebrate.
by Dick Shurman- Noted blues historian and producer
- "One of the great players" BB King
- "Robillard is a soloist of stunning force and originality." the New York Times
- "Most everything Duke Robillard has done as a guitarist during the past four-plus decades...bears witness to his musical intelligence and his dedication to his craft".- Downbeat
- "Robillard's ability to play across the spectrum of blues is legendary. Few players can move stylistically from Texas to Kansas City to Chicago's West Side, but Robillard makes it seem easy."- Guitar Player
- "A guitarist's guitarist, prolific producer, and master of all things blues, Duke Robillard walks the tightrope between traditionalism and experimentation...He's a master of many styles who moves forward while maintaining a firm grounding in the past."- Blues Revue
GRAMMY Nominations for Best Traditional Blues Album for 2010 Stomp! The Blues Tonight and 2006 Guitar Groove-a-Rama
The Blues Music Awards (formerly W.C.Handy Awards) have named Duke Robillard "Best Blues Guitarist" four years out of five (2000,2001,2003,2004) making him the second most honored guitarist for that award!
He was also nominated in that category in 2005, 2007 2008.
Jazz & Cocktails at the Knick
THE GLASS HOURS
Thursday, September 25
PLAYING IN THE TAP ROOM
Show Time 8pm | Free | 21+
https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/09/25-theglasshours
The Glass Hours are American songwriters Brad Armstrong and Megan Barbera. Their music blurs between Sunday afternoon country-folk and the Golden Age of the 1970s. Their self-titled nine-song debut album was released by Cornelius Chapel Records in March 2024.
"Brad Armstrong sings like Richard Buckner at a closed-casket viewing.” — Pitchfork
“Megan Barbera’s songwriting is arrestingly intimate.” — Examiner
THE GLASS HOURS
On view from September 19 - November 6 is LAA’s member show, New England Landscape. This annual show celebrates the warm and colorful loveliness of East Coast landscapes, and is running concurrently with The American Artists Professional League’s Timeless show. Opening reception on Sunday, September 21, 2-4pm.
New England Landscape
EXHIBITION
The Stonington Free Library invites photographers AGES 15 TO ADULT to submit images depicting the Stonington Free Library or Wadawanuck Square for the 3rd Annual LOVE WHERE YOU READ exhibit. Works chosen will be displayed in the library gallery from October 1, 2025 – December 30, 2025. The exhibition includes awards with a solo show opportunity for the 1st place artist. Entries must be emailed to millie@stoningtonfreelibrary by September 26, 2025. Selected photographers will be notified by September 30, 2025.
GOAL
LOVE WHERE YOU READ is an opportunity for artists of all skill levels to showcase their talent while giving back to the library. Some of the images chosen may be featured on notecards, calendars or merchandise that will benefit the programs and activities at the library. This year our top 3 winners will be featured on limited edition library cards!
AWARDS
First Place: Solo Show at SFL: $75 prize | Second place: $25 | Third place: SFL Merchandise. All winning artists will be featured on our NEW Limited Edition Library Cards! There is no fee to enter.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
For contest details go to: www.stoningtonfreelibrary.org or stop by the library to pick up a copy of the contest rules.
2025 LOVE Where You Read PHOTO Contest
Jeff Pitchell and Texas Flood
Friday, September 26
High energy Rhythm & Blues, Rock, Soul, and Funk
Show: 8p | Doors : 7p
Tickets: $20
https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/09/26-jeff-pitchell
An internationally acclaimed dynamic singer, songwriter and guitarist, Jeff achieved national recognition when his album Heavy Hitter (Pyramid Records/EMI) reached #7 on the Billboard Charts, outselling Delbert McClinton, Robert Cray, Etta James, Johnny Lee Hooker & Muddy Waters. Jeff has recorded with such greats as J Geils, Rick Derringer, Dave Mason, James Cotton and Clarence Clemons. He received international recognition when he toured Europe, even playing with the Commitments as a special guest.
He won the "Best Guitarist" in the State of Connecticut at age 15. He has won numerous awards since, including two songwriting awards from the Great American Songwriting Contest. The International Songwriting Contest (ISC) judge and renowned blues legend John Mayall subsequently recorded Pitchell's song "An Eye for an Eye" on one of his albums. Pitchell and his band, Texas Flood, won the BEST BLUES ACT in New England in a six-state vote.
Jeff Pitchell and Texas Flood
Olde Mistick Village will be hosting Scarecrows in the Village this year from Saturday, September 27 through Friday, October 31st. Come explore what each merchant has in store for their scarecrow display and support local business! Voting will take place throughout the village using QR codes throughout October. Don’t miss out on helping announce “Best in Crow”, “Most Representative”, and “Most Seaworthy”, leading into yet another festive fall season! Scarecrows will be on display through October 31st!
#ScarecrowsatOMV
Scarecrows in the Village
On view from September 19 - November 6 is LAA’s member show, New England Landscape. This annual show celebrates the warm and colorful loveliness of East Coast landscapes, and is running concurrently with The American Artists Professional League’s Timeless show. Opening reception on Sunday, September 21, 2-4pm.
New England Landscape
2025 New London Harvest Festival at the Old Town Mill
Old Town Mill, 8 Mill Street, New London, CT
Saturday, September 27, 2025 | 🕚 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Celebrate Fall in Historic New London!
Bring the whole family to one of New London’s most treasured historic sites for a festive autumn celebration you won’t want to miss! The 2025 New London Harvest Festival at the Old Town Mill is a free public event filled with music, food, fun, and fall activities.
Live Music
Petting Zoo
Local Vendors
Kids’ Activities
Harvest-Themed Fun
Guided Tours of the Old Town Mill
This beloved event captures the spirit of the season while highlighting the rich history of our community.
New London Harvest Festival at the Old Town Mill
Tonight’s show features:
Marshall Brandon
Introducing one of the most talented comedians to step to the stage. Born and raised in Hartford, Connecticut, Marshall Brandon has been making people laugh since he uttered his first words.
After earning his B.A. in Criminal Justice from Western Connecticut State University he decided to aggressively pursue a career as a professional comedian and writer. His talents have landed him on BET COMICVIEW three times, TV One’s WHO GOT JOKES and NatGeo’s I AM REBEL.
He has also worked as a writing consultant for COMEDY KNOCKOUT and LAUGH TRACKS on TRUTv. Marshall is also the national touring opening for Dave Chapelle.
Join us for Comedy in the Oasis Room.
COME EARLY to grab your seats and enjoy a drink before the show.
Comedy + Craft Beer = Your New Favorite Night Out
Get ready for a night of big laughs, cold drinks, and unforgettable fun at the Garde Arts Center’s Oasis Room!
The Comedy Craft Beer Tour is thrilled to partner with the Garde to bring you weekly comedy nights in this cozy, up-close setting—perfect for enjoying some of the best stand-up talent in the country. Since 2016, we’ve been pairing top-tier comedians with unique venues across the Northeast, from breweries and wineries to resorts and country clubs. Now, we’re bringing the party to New London.
Our lineup features comics who’ve appeared on Comedy Central, Netflix, Late Night TV, and major comedy festivals across the U.S. and beyond. Whether you’re a comedy fanatic or just need a great night out, these shows deliver serious laughs from performers at the top of their game.
So grab a drink, bring some friends, and get ready to laugh until it hurts.
All you need to do is to get your tickets—see you at the show!
The Comedy Craft Beer Tour presents: Marshall Brandon | Comedy in the Oasis Room
onStage at Connecticut College is proud to premier this season’s Guest Artist Series with Sincerely, Sondheim starring Nicholas Rodriguez on Saturday, Sept. 27 at the Athey Center, Palmer Auditorium!
Fresh from the Tony Award®-winning revival of Company, Nicholas Rodriguez (One Life To Live, Sex And The City 2) presents Sincerely, Sondheim — a cabaret-style concert celebrating Stephen Sondheim’s era-defining musical genius and his personal dedication to writing to his fans and colleagues. Drawing upon thousands of handwritten letters, Rodriguez reveals fascinating relationships that Sondheim had with fellow legends like Oscar Hammerstein II, Jerry Herman, Lin-Manuel Miranda and others. Performing selections from Company, Into The Woods and more, Rodriguez paints an intimate portrait of the late composer's life while sharing Sondheim’s profound impact on the Broadway performer’s own story .
For tickets, visit our website at onstage.conncoll.edu or call 860.439.ARTS (2787)
Sincerely, Sondheim
GREG PICCOLO & Heavy Juice
Saturday, September 27
Bring your dancing shoes
Show: 8p | Doors: 7p
Tickets: $20
https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/9/27-greg-piccolo
At age nineteen, Duke Robillard recruited Greg as one of the earliest members of what became the Rhode Island based powerhouse, Roomful of Blues. The unifying magnet within the group in its early years, 1969 -1971, was focus on the rootsy, retro, danceable, swing sound of the ‘40s and ‘50s. This “new” sound to teenage ears and the recall of this music to the older folks, filled dance floors all over the band’s New England home-base and eventually on the global stage.
For the next twenty-four years, Greg Piccolo had amazing experiences playing with and/or recording with such music legends as Big Joe Turner, Earl King, Eddie “Cleanhead” Vinson”, Pat Benetar, Red Prysock, Stevie Ray Vaughan, to mention only a few.
As Roomful players would come and go, Greg’s twenty-five year contribution evolved to lead singer and bandleader, all the while being noticed world-wide for his signature “fat” tenor sound, unique sax style, and distinguishable vocals.
After nearly twenty-five years with Roomful of Blues, Greg sensed a calling to go back to his roots and develop his “heavy juice” sound. This “less is more” approach gave him the freedom to cover the gamut of his musical longings, which include traditional jazz, r & b, and rock’n roll. He had compiled a well of songs which demanded their own arrangements and band configurations outside of the classic “Roomful sound.” In 1994 he stepped away and officially formed his own band, Heavy Juice, which led to his first solo release, self-titled, “Greg Piccolo Heavy Juice,” on the legendary Louisiana-based Black Top label.
Following were two releases, Red Lights and Acid Blue, on the famous California-based Fantasy Label (now Concord), and his first all instrumental tenor sax release titled “Homage” on the Pennsylvania-based Emit Doog label.
His most recent release, “Who Did This?” is a tribute to his favorite sax recordings and includes an original recorded tenor instrumental.
Now at seventy years of age, Greg Piccolo is still practicing his horn every day, writing his own material, and traveling the world with Heavy Juice.
Piccolo is an example of someone who has always played from his heart.
GREG PICCOLO & Heavy Juice
Join us for a 5k run around New London starting and ending at Tox Brewing Co to start your Sunday morning! Runners will receive 10% off a coffee drink at Tox Brewing after the run. All paces welcome.
Join the Sweat 'n' Snack strava:
https://strava.app.link/n1NpXlqenVb
Rise + Grind Run Presented by Sweat 'n' Snack
Free yoga on Sundays at 9am with Kim. Sponsored by Yale New Haven Health.
Sunday Yoga
All Roads Lead to the Coventry Farmers' Market!
Come experience CT's largest farmers' market on the grounds of the Nathan Hale Homestead. This market features some of the best CT-grown, CT-made products in an unspoiled countryside setting
Coventry Farmers' Market
Olde Mistick Village will be hosting Scarecrows in the Village this year from Saturday, September 27 through Friday, October 31st. Come explore what each merchant has in store for their scarecrow display and support local business! Voting will take place throughout the village using QR codes throughout October. Don’t miss out on helping announce “Best in Crow”, “Most Representative”, and “Most Seaworthy”, leading into yet another festive fall season! Scarecrows will be on display through October 31st!
#ScarecrowsatOMV
Scarecrows in the Village
On view from September 19 - November 6 is LAA’s member show, New England Landscape. This annual show celebrates the warm and colorful loveliness of East Coast landscapes, and is running concurrently with The American Artists Professional League’s Timeless show. Opening reception on Sunday, September 21, 2-4pm.
New England Landscape
Learn the fundamentals of Inkscape! This course will go over the basics of vector graphics using Inkscape, a free and open-source program and a maker staple for integration with the various machines at Spark. You can create a design in Inkscape and turn it into a pattern to be laser cut or engraved in conjunction with Lightburn or cut on the CNC router with VCarve. But the first step is always a design program.
Class requires a laptop. If you do not have a laptop to bring to class, please write to electronics@sparkmakerspace.org to see if one is available to use during class. Please download and install the latest version of Inkscape before class. Click here to download.
Ages 18+
This workshop will go over: how to draw basic shapes, how to create paths, union/difference/intersection functions, snaps, alignment, and other essential operations. No experience is necessary , but if you have a project in mind, we can work on the operations that most closely relate to that project.
This is a one-day class taking place at 7 Union St., New London, CT 06320. Sign up today! Get Tickets Today! Class Fee is non-refundable. Please plan accordingly.
Intro to Inkscape-Vector Graphics
Youth on-the-mic
Sunday, September 28
In The Club
5p Show | 4:30p Doors
https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/09/28youth-on-the-mic
Join The United Theatre and The Knickerbocker Music Center for our next YOUTH ON-THE-MIC, an open mic series for 6th to 12th graders who want to perform, sing or play music (whether original or covers) to an audience. Open mics for adults are plentiful, and so often open mics for adolescents aren't held at actual venues. We are thrilled to offer an alternative, providing kids and teens with a place to play and a community of music lovers eager to hear them.
Youth on-the-mic
JESUS “AGUAJE” RAMOS (born 1951) is a Cuban trombonist,composer, arranger and musical director. He is best known as the original orchestra leader, composer and trombonist of The Buena Vista Social Club. He has also served long stints in world class ensembles Estrellas de Areito and Afro-Cuban Allstars. His musical journey and history is brought into focus throughout the critically acclaimed 1999 documentary “Buena Vista Social Club”
Ramos performed on the World Circuit recordings of The Buena Vista Social Club and Afro-Cuban Allstars and the solo albums of Ibrahim Ferrer, Ruben Gonzales and Omara Portuondo. He was Gonzales’s musical director and has been touring extensively since 1997 with various Buena Vista Social Club projects. He was a prominent member and musical director of the renowned Orquesta Buena Vista Social Club, which brought the music of the original Buena Vista Social Club back into international prominence during the incredibly successful ‘Adios’ Tour from 2014-2016.
The Buena Vista Orchestra , under the direction of Ramos and featuring key players from throughout the history of The Buena Vista Social Club , continued the legacy of the legendary group in 2024 with an exciting new stage production and repertoire pulled from the greatest hits (many of which Ramos composed) and deep-dive cuts. The group embarked on a massive tour across the USA starting in September 2024, spending 3 months on the road and playing for thousands of fans new and old. Their adventure culminated in the release of USA TOUR 2024 – 12 LIVE RECORDINGS on SSK Records, the first time in decades the group’s music will be available on CD and vinyl
Ramos is joined on the 2025 international tour to Canada, The United Kingdom, The EU, Brazil and beyond by an all star ensemble including original BVSC members “Betun” Luis Mariano Valiente Marin (Congas, Bongo) and Fabían Garcia (Bass).
To date, The Buena Vista Social Club and related projects have global sales that stand at over fifty million, making it the biggest-selling Cuban music project in history. As one critic put it, Buena Vista has become “world music’s equivalent of The Dark Side of the Moon.”
THE BUENA VISTA ORCHESTRA 2025
JESUS “AGUAJE” RAMOS – Trombone, Vocals
LORENA RAMOS DIAZ – Trombone, Vocals
GEIDY CHAPMAN – Vocals
YURI TEJADA RODRIGUEZ – Vocals
AMAURY TAMAYO – Trumpet, Vocals
ANDY ABAD ACOSTA – Piano
FABIAN GARCIA – Bass
ANTONIO RUBIO BORAYO – Timbal, Percussion
LUIS “BETUN” MARIANO VALIENTE MARIN – Congas, Bongo
MAIKEL OCHAO – Tres
Jesus "Aguaje" Ramos & the Buena Vista Orchestra
Peter Laffin
Sunday, September 28
Playing in the Tap Room
Show Time 8pm | Free | 21+
https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/09/28-peter-laffin
Peter Laffin is an award-winning local journalist, songwriter, and host of the Movies with Meaning series at the United Theater. His debut record The Still Point of the Turning World made waves in the indie circuit in 2008, and he's played stages large and small across the country, from CBGB's in New York City to the Fox Theater in Boulder, Colorado.
Peter Laffin
Olde Mistick Village will be hosting Scarecrows in the Village this year from Saturday, September 27 through Friday, October 31st. Come explore what each merchant has in store for their scarecrow display and support local business! Voting will take place throughout the village using QR codes throughout October. Don’t miss out on helping announce “Best in Crow”, “Most Representative”, and “Most Seaworthy”, leading into yet another festive fall season! Scarecrows will be on display through October 31st!
#ScarecrowsatOMV
Scarecrows in the Village
FABULOUS FALL STORY TIME!
The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children to our Fall Story Time, a story program for children ages birth through age 5, with a caregiver. Story Time meets every Monday at 10:00 AM at the library, beginning on September 8, 2025 through November 17, with no session on October 13. Story Time features stories, songs with live music, and finger plays in the Reference Room. No registration necessary; please call the library at 860-445-0392 for further information.
Library hours are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Wednesday and Friday, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Saturday, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
The Bill Memorial Library, a landmark on Groton Bank since 1890, is located at 240 Monument Street in the
City of Groton, near the Groton Monument and historic Fort Griswold. To keep up
with the latest happenings for adults, teens, kids and families, visit our web
page at http://www.billmemorial.org, or check out our social media - follow us
on Instagram at @billmemorialgrotonct or find us on Facebook at Bill Memorial
Library.
Fabulous Fall Story Time @ The Bill Memorial Library
Understanding Your Grief: Touchstones for Hope & Healing
Monday 9/29, 6:30-8:30pm. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Waterford High School, Waterford, CT.
This compassionate program will acknowledge that loss is an unavoidable part of human life, but it doesn’t have to prevent you from living well. The content of this evening program is based on Dr. Wolfelt’s book, First Aid for Broken Hearts.
For info and registration, contact Chelsea@BriansHealingHearts.org or (860) 451-8354.
Understanding Your Grief: Touchstones for Hope & Healing
Olde Mistick Village will be hosting Scarecrows in the Village this year from Saturday, September 27 through Friday, October 31st. Come explore what each merchant has in store for their scarecrow display and support local business! Voting will take place throughout the village using QR codes throughout October. Don’t miss out on helping announce “Best in Crow”, “Most Representative”, and “Most Seaworthy”, leading into yet another festive fall season! Scarecrows will be on display through October 31st!
#ScarecrowsatOMV
Scarecrows in the Village
On view from September 19 - November 6 is LAA’s member show, New England Landscape. This annual show celebrates the warm and colorful loveliness of East Coast landscapes, and is running concurrently with The American Artists Professional League’s Timeless show. Opening reception on Sunday, September 21, 2-4pm.
New England Landscape
MUSIC & MOVEMENT AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY
The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children and their grownups to our Music & Movement program on Tuesdays at 10:00 AM beginning September 9 through December 2, with no session November 11. Join us for songs and activities with LIVE music! We’ll have you and your little one moving and grooving as we sing, stretch, and explore music with instruments. This program is supported by CT Humanities and no registration is required. Call the library at 860-445-0392 for more information.
Library hours are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Wednesday and Friday, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturday, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
The Bill Memorial Library, a landmark on
Groton Heights since 1890, is located at 240 Monument Street in the City of
Groton, near the Groton Monument and historic Fort Griswold. To keep up with
the latest happenings for adults, teens, kids and families, visit our web page
at https://www.billmemorial.org, or check out our social media - follow us on Instagram at @billmemorialgrotonct or find us on Facebook at Bill Memorial Library.
Music & Movement at the Bill Memorial Library
Craft Tacos and Craft Beers- What's not to like!
Restaurant Industry Workers get 15% off their bill because we are all in this together!
*Taco choices can change weekly
Taco Tuesday and Restaurant Industry Night
Beginner-Level Woodshop Class
Students will build a wooden cutting board. Students will start with mixed strips of wood and will glue, flatten, shape, groove, and finish the cutting board. This is a two-session class, (9/23+9/30) and at the end of the second class, students will take their project home.
This class will provide tool certification for Spark Makerspace Members who demonstrate safe usage of the tools. (chop saw, router, & planer)
Ages 18+
Sign Up Today!
Get Tickets Today! Class Fee is non-refundable. Please plan accordingly.
Woodshop 101: Make a Cutting Board (9/23+9/30)
Have you ever seen a quilt that was so beautiful that you just HAD to make it? Well, this is that kind of quilt block. Quilter Timna Tarr made the quilt I saw, and she has generously permitted me to teach it.
This block is quick, simple, and addictively fun to make. Each striped circle becomes unique based on your fabric choices. We’ll start with muslin circles and learn the flip-and-sew technique, followed by a bit of hand sewing, gathering, pressing, and appliqué. Before you know it, you’ll have a quilt block (or two!) ready to become part of a beautiful top.
Students are welcome to bring strips of fabric, approximately 1 ½ inches wide, if they have them, but it is not necessary.
All materials are included in this class.
We will be making one quilt block together, from start to finish. Quicker workers may make more, but there is no hurry. Everyone can work at their own pace.
NOTE: Basic knowledge of a sewing machine is helpful, but not required; students can learn through the project.
Sign up today! Get Tickets Today! Class Fee is non-refundable. Please plan accordingly.
Scrap Quilt Block Class (Striped Circle)
Olde Mistick Village will be hosting Scarecrows in the Village this year from Saturday, September 27 through Friday, October 31st. Come explore what each merchant has in store for their scarecrow display and support local business! Voting will take place throughout the village using QR codes throughout October. Don’t miss out on helping announce “Best in Crow”, “Most Representative”, and “Most Seaworthy”, leading into yet another festive fall season! Scarecrows will be on display through October 31st!
#ScarecrowsatOMV
Scarecrows in the Village
On view from September 19 - November 6 is LAA’s member show, New England Landscape. This annual show celebrates the warm and colorful loveliness of East Coast landscapes, and is running concurrently with The American Artists Professional League’s Timeless show. Opening reception on Sunday, September 21, 2-4pm.
New England Landscape
Join Marcy from Serial Quiller Creations for a fall-themed paper quilling class. Learn to make a beautiful fall design in this unique class. All materials, use of tools, instruction, and first drink are included in ticket price.
Fall Quilling Class with Serial Quiller Creations
Are you looking to improve your communication skills? Are you looking to become a more effective leader? Are you looking for somewhere to challenge yourself to grow personally and professionally? If you answer yes to any of these questions, consider attending our Toastmasters club meeting.
Norwich Toastmasters meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month and provides an opportunity to learn how to improve your communication and leadership skills. Members use a variety of resources to practice their skills in a positive and supportive learning environment which fosters self-confidence and personal growth.
Our next meeting is from 7:00-8:30 pm on Wednesday, October 2nd, at the Chelsea Groton Bank, Norwich/Westside Branch, at 444 West Main Street, Norwich, CT.
To learn more click on our website please use the Contact Us link displayed there.
Norwich Toastmasters
THE CARTELLS
WEDNESDAY, October 1
Offering Free Dance Lessons (starting at 7p)
Jazz/Swing/Motown/R&B/Rock n Roll
Music: 7:-10p | Doors: 7p
Tickets: $15 ($3 Service Charge Included With Online Tickets. All sales are final, no ticket refunds or exchanges.)
https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/10/01-cartells
THE CARTELLS
Olde Mistick Village will be hosting Scarecrows in the Village this year from Saturday, September 27 through Friday, October 31st. Come explore what each merchant has in store for their scarecrow display and support local business! Voting will take place throughout the village using QR codes throughout October. Don’t miss out on helping announce “Best in Crow”, “Most Representative”, and “Most Seaworthy”, leading into yet another festive fall season! Scarecrows will be on display through October 31st!
#ScarecrowsatOMV
Scarecrows in the Village
On view from September 19 - November 6 is LAA’s member show, New England Landscape. This annual show celebrates the warm and colorful loveliness of East Coast landscapes, and is running concurrently with The American Artists Professional League’s Timeless show. Opening reception on Sunday, September 21, 2-4pm.
New England Landscape
A great class for beginners!
Make a sparkling spider web! This corner piece is a perfect first project for beginners. No glass cutting is required. Learn foiling, soldering, metal caming, and finishing skills. You will create your web from 16 pieces of pre-cut premium quality textured clear art glass. This beautiful art piece is ideal for gift-giving!
Please Note: Must be able to stand for extended periods while working with tools. Closed-toed shoes must be worn
.Ages 16+
This class takes place at 7 Union St., New London, CT 06320
Sign up today!
Get Tickets Today! Class Fee is non-refundable. Please plan accordingly.
Stained Glass Spider Web Class (beginners)
Join Southwitch for a spooky and spirited night of doll-making magic! Your ticket includes:
- One pre-sewn medium size doll base (about 6-8 inches)
- Access to our DIY decoration station: choose your dolls hair color, buttons, paint
- Your first potion- enjoy a drink with your doll-making ritual
- A guided workshop experience
- Adoption certificate for your doll
- A little witchy energy and a whole lot of fun
More info and tickets can be purchased here.
Build Your Own Spirit Doll with Southwitch
Join us for a 5k run around New London starting and ending at Tox Brewing Co! Runners will receive $1 off a draft after the run. All paces welcome. Runs will occur every other week until Halloween.
Join the Sweat 'n' Snack strava:
https://strava.app.link/n1NpXlqenVb
Hoppy Hour Run Presented by Sweat 'n' Snack
JIM CARPENTER
Thursday, October 2
https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/10/02-jimcarpenter
PLAYING IN THE TAP ROOM
Show Time 8pm | Free | 21+
JIM CARPENTER
Olde Mistick Village will be hosting Scarecrows in the Village this year from Saturday, September 27 through Friday, October 31st. Come explore what each merchant has in store for their scarecrow display and support local business! Voting will take place throughout the village using QR codes throughout October. Don’t miss out on helping announce “Best in Crow”, “Most Representative”, and “Most Seaworthy”, leading into yet another festive fall season! Scarecrows will be on display through October 31st!
#ScarecrowsatOMV
Scarecrows in the Village
On view from September 19 - November 6 is LAA’s member show, New England Landscape. This annual show celebrates the warm and colorful loveliness of East Coast landscapes, and is running concurrently with The American Artists Professional League’s Timeless show. Opening reception on Sunday, September 21, 2-4pm.
New England Landscape
Join us this October and experience the story of Frederic, a young man apprenticed to a band of hilariously inept pirates in the comedy opera, The Pirates of Penzance by Gilbert and Sullivan. Frederic hopes of being rid of the pirates but is left entangled in a web of duty, love, and mistaken identities. Will Frederic finally be free to pursue his love, Mabel, or will he be stuck with these pirates forever?
Loos Center for the Arts
Woodstock, CT
Friday, October 3 | 7pm
Tickets: https://www.theloos.org/events-tickets/checkout/pirates-of-penzance
OTHER SHOWINGS:
The United Theatre
Westerly, RI
Saturday, October 11 | 3pm
Sunday, October 12 | 3pm
Tickets: https://unitedtheatre.org/shows/salt-marsh-opera-presents-the-pirates-of-penzance/
The Kate
Old Saybrook, CT
Friday, October 17 | 7pm
Tickets: https://www.thekate.org/event/the-pirates-of-penzance/
Sunday, October 19 | 3pm
Tickets: https://www.thekate.org/event/the-pirates-of-penzance-2/
The Pirates of Penzance: Presented by Salt Marsh Opera
AL COPLEY QUINTET
Friday, October 3
Music: 8p | Doors: 7p
Tickets: $20 ($3 Service Charge Included With Online Tickets. All sales are final, no ticket refunds or exchanges.)
https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/10/03-alcopley
AL COPLEY QUINTET
Olde Mistick Village will be hosting Scarecrows in the Village this year from Saturday, September 27 through Friday, October 31st. Come explore what each merchant has in store for their scarecrow display and support local business! Voting will take place throughout the village using QR codes throughout October. Don’t miss out on helping announce “Best in Crow”, “Most Representative”, and “Most Seaworthy”, leading into yet another festive fall season! Scarecrows will be on display through October 31st!
#ScarecrowsatOMV
Scarecrows in the Village
On view from September 19 - November 6 is LAA’s member show, New England Landscape. This annual show celebrates the warm and colorful loveliness of East Coast landscapes, and is running concurrently with The American Artists Professional League’s Timeless show. Opening reception on Sunday, September 21, 2-4pm.
New England Landscape
A great class for beginners!
Make a sparkling spider web! This corner piece is a perfect first project for beginners. No glass cutting is required. Learn foiling, soldering, metal caming, and finishing skills. You will create your web from 16 pieces of pre-cut premium quality textured clear art glass. This beautiful art piece is ideal for gift-giving!
Please Note: Must be able to stand for extended periods while working with tools. Closed-toed shoes must be worn
.Ages 16+
This class takes place at 7 Union St., New London, CT 06320
Sign up today!
Get Tickets Today! Class Fee is non-refundable. Please plan accordingly.
Stained Glass Spider Web Class (beginners)
Saturday, October 4
11:00 am – 2:00 pm (or until we sell out!)
Cash or Check Only – No Cards Accepted
On the Church Grounds – Rain or Shine
As part of our continued community outreach and fellowship, The Road Church invites you to join us for a heartwarming fall gathering: our beloved Chowder Luncheon is back!
For just $15 , enjoy a cozy lunch featuring our famous Road Church chowder (16 oz), a seasonal autumn salad, and a pumpkin white chocolate cookie from Wild Briar Farms in North Stonington. For those looking to bring the comfort home, 24 oz “to-go” containers of chowder will be available for $12.
Prefer something simple? Hot dogs will be available for $5 , and all items can be purchased à la carte.
Come hungry, bring a friend, and help support a great cause— all proceeds benefit Operation Fresh Start , an organization committed to providing second chances and a path forward for those in need. Learn more at operationfreshstartinc.com.
We’ll be serving from 11 to 2—or until it’s gone. (And yes, it goes fast!)
“Share the Love” of Community at the Chowder Luncheon
Use your imagination and explore new topics through hands on creativity.
Saturday Crafts with Ms. Rachel
Jumpstart Spooky Season with the Toxoween Vendor Market! Halloween-themed vendor market in the taproom. More details to come!
Interested in being a vendor? Apply Here.
Toxoween Vendor Market
Nick Bosse & The Northern Roots
Saturday, October 4
Show: 8p | Doors: 7p
Tickets: $10
https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/10/03-nickbosse
Nick Bosse is a professional country music singer from North Stonington CT backed by a power-house band of musicians from Connecticut and Rhode Island – The Northern Roots. Nick’s songwriting and music stylings are influenced by country, southern rock, and bluegrass legends, which he projects in every live performance. His single “What Happened to Country” has had over 1,000,000 streams since its release in January 2021, and he and the Northern Roots are currently promoting the release of his new self-titled EP "Nick Bosse".
Nick Bosse & The Northern Roots
Tonight’s show features:
Alex Cureau
Alex Cureau is one of the country’s best unknown comics (not for long!?) With an energetic, silly, and unbiased character, he gets his humor, unique points of view, and opinions from life experiences and the way he views the world, and believes it should be.
Over the last 3 years Alex has started to kick it into high gear, touring exclusively around the world on the Chipped Shoulder/Problemattic Tours with superstar comedian, and good friend, Matt Rife. But now, venturing out on his own, you could be one of the first people to say, “I was there when Alex was nobody and his prices were cheap” Just like his parents … and one or two ex’s.
As well as producing, and co-creating, podcasts like “Storyville” and “Strong Features” with co-host Doug Key, Alex has been selected and performed at Lil Rhody Laugh Riot Comedy Festival, The Canadian Great Outdoors Festival, New York Comedy Festival, and the renowned Netflix is a Joke Festival.
Join us for Comedy in the Oasis Room.
COME EARLY to grab your seats and enjoy a drink before the show.
Comedy + Craft Beer = Your New Favorite Night Out
Get ready for a night of big laughs, cold drinks, and unforgettable fun at the Garde Arts Center’s Oasis Room!
The Comedy Craft Beer Tour is thrilled to partner with the Garde to bring you weekly comedy nights in this cozy, up-close setting—perfect for enjoying some of the best stand-up talent in the country. Since 2016, we’ve been pairing top-tier comedians with unique venues across the Northeast, from breweries and wineries to resorts and country clubs. Now, we’re bringing the party to New London.
Our lineup features comics who’ve appeared on Comedy Central, Netflix, Late Night TV, and major comedy festivals across the U.S. and beyond. Whether you’re a comedy fanatic or just need a great night out, these shows deliver serious laughs from performers at the top of their game.
So grab a drink, bring some friends, and get ready to laugh until it hurts.
All you need to do is to get your tickets—see you at the show!
The Comedy Craft Beer Tour presents: Alex Cureau | Comedy in the Oasis Room
Join us for a 5k run around New London starting and ending at Tox Brewing Co to start your Sunday morning! Runners will receive 10% off a coffee drink at Tox Brewing after the run. All paces welcome.
Join the Sweat 'n' Snack strava:
https://strava.app.link/n1NpXlqenVb
Rise + Grind Run Presented by Sweat 'n' Snack
All Roads Lead to the Coventry Farmers' Market!
Come experience CT's largest farmers' market on the grounds of the Nathan Hale Homestead. This market features some of the best CT-grown, CT-made products in an unspoiled countryside setting
Coventry Farmers' Market
Olde Mistick Village will be hosting Scarecrows in the Village this year from Saturday, September 27 through Friday, October 31st. Come explore what each merchant has in store for their scarecrow display and support local business! Voting will take place throughout the village using QR codes throughout October. Don’t miss out on helping announce “Best in Crow”, “Most Representative”, and “Most Seaworthy”, leading into yet another festive fall season! Scarecrows will be on display through October 31st!
#ScarecrowsatOMV
Scarecrows in the Village
On view from September 19 - November 6 is LAA’s member show, New England Landscape. This annual show celebrates the warm and colorful loveliness of East Coast landscapes, and is running concurrently with The American Artists Professional League’s Timeless show. Opening reception on Sunday, September 21, 2-4pm.
New England Landscape
Students will learn the basics of origami corrugations, a style that allows them to create incredible, mountainous origami forms that bend the light in interesting ways with a single sheet of paper. Learn amazing things you can do with paper! No experience is necessary.
Origami has become increasingly a part of fields that the maker community touches: engineering, mathematics, the biomedical field, fashion, artwork, and the list continues. Starting the fundamentals with the artistic, participants can learn the foundations of origami design by playing with a few simple rules, and incredible origami corrugation patterns that can be used across many fields of study!
No experience with origami, mathematics, engineering, or "maker" activities required. The instructor can bend the content to match the interest of the participants.
We ask students to be 14+
Get Tickets Today! Class Fee is non-refundable. Please plan accordingly.
Intro to Origami Corrugations
The 28th Annual
MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival.
ONE WORLD – ONE WEEK – ONE FESTIVAL
Join us, when over 100,000 film lovers in over 500 cities across six continents gather for one reason…to view and vote on the Finalists’ Films in the 28th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival.
Upon entry at all participating venues, festival attendees are handed a Voting Card and an Official Program and asked to vote for the ONE Film and Actor they feel should win. Votes are tallied by each host venue then emailed to our NYC headquarters.
Finalists will become eligible to enter the Oscars 2026
Every Film Selected for MANHATTAN SHORT 2025 will be Automatically Qualified for the Oscars of 2026. MANHATTAN SHORT does a full week’s run at a cinema in Hollywood which is advertised in the LA Weekly. This advertised run automatically qualifies each film for the Oscars.
Sponsored by: Liberty Bank
Manhattan Short Film Festival
Olde Mistick Village will be hosting Scarecrows in the Village this year from Saturday, September 27 through Friday, October 31st. Come explore what each merchant has in store for their scarecrow display and support local business! Voting will take place throughout the village using QR codes throughout October. Don’t miss out on helping announce “Best in Crow”, “Most Representative”, and “Most Seaworthy”, leading into yet another festive fall season! Scarecrows will be on display through October 31st!
#ScarecrowsatOMV
Scarecrows in the Village
FABULOUS FALL STORY TIME!
The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children to our Fall Story Time, a story program for children ages birth through age 5, with a caregiver. Story Time meets every Monday at 10:00 AM at the library, beginning on September 8, 2025 through November 17, with no session on October 13. Story Time features stories, songs with live music, and finger plays in the Reference Room. No registration necessary; please call the library at 860-445-0392 for further information.
Library hours are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Wednesday and Friday, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Saturday, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
The Bill Memorial Library, a landmark on Groton Bank since 1890, is located at 240 Monument Street in the
City of Groton, near the Groton Monument and historic Fort Griswold. To keep up
with the latest happenings for adults, teens, kids and families, visit our web
page at http://www.billmemorial.org, or check out our social media - follow us
on Instagram at @billmemorialgrotonct or find us on Facebook at Bill Memorial
Library.
