This is a very hands on class! You will learn how to make sushi rice, how to properly slice fish for nigiri, important qualities of sushi grade fish and types of sushi. We will roll traditional sushi for maki rolls, as well as experiment with rice paper and make rolls without rice.

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Each participant will be able to make and enjoy for dinner:

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2 raw rolls, 2 shrimp rolls, 1 veggie roll & 2 pieces of nigiri

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This event is BYOB.

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Gene Parise

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Sunday, June 1

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Playing in the Tap Room

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Show Time 8pm | Free | 21+

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https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/06/01-geneparise

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Gene Parise, also known by his solo moniker Kozmik Riffs; is a Southern RI based lifelong musician/guitarist/singer-songwriter/. He performs solo as well as collaboratively in various duos and trios, sharing his original songs and also performing in his own unique style some of the truly revered great folk/rock/country and Americana songwriters. Gene was the guitarist with the Easy Goin’ band for nearly two decades after which he helped found the classic rock band Retroactive from 2003-2008. He then co-founded the beloved band Wheelhouse which performed for nearly a decade; featuring some of the finest musicians in the region. In recent years, he has been a member of the trios, Men With Guitars. and Kozmik Katz. In 2010, Gene founded and hosted a weekly Open Mic at Perks & Corks in Westerly RI where he also managed the live entertainment, booking music 6 nights a week till 2020.  In essence, Gene Parise along with his years of experience brings emotion and integrity to every song he performs. His playing and singing are soulful and heartfelt. He only performs the songs he "believes in”; great covers and originals, each of them entertaining, each of them honest.

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 Charlotte’s Web  is based on E.B. White’s loving story of the friendship between a pig named Wilbur and a little gray spider named Charlotte. Wilbur has a problem: how to avoid winding up as pork chops! Charlotte, a fine writer and true friend, hits on a plan to fool Farmer Zuckerman. She will create a “miracle.” Spinning the words “Some Pig” in her web, Charlotte weaves a solution which not only makes Wilbur a prize pig but also ensures his place on the farm forever.

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This treasured tale, featuring madcap and endearing farm animals, explores bravery, selfless love and the true meaning of friendship.

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Recommended Grade Levels : K – 5th

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Curriculum Connections:  Communication and Language Arts, Literature Based, Music, Relationships & Family

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Themes:  Friendship, Communication, Perseverance, Coming of Age, Loyalty, Sacrifice

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Tickets:  $17 per person. Groups of 15 or more: $15 per person & groups will receive one free chaperone ticket with every 15 paid. Additional chaperone tickets available for $15 per person.

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Special Assistance:  The Garde is equipped with wheelchair seating positions and accessible bathrooms. Wireless listening systems are available by reservation. Please indicate special needs at the time of your reservation. Wheelchair seating is available in the orchestra only.

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TICKETS or QUESTIONS: Call the Garde Box Office at (860) 444-7373 ext 1. or email boxoffice@gardearts.org 

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Educational Resources Here

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Download Theater Etiquette Basics Here

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Download Arrival & Departure Procedures Here

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Please Note:  Due to time constraints the Garde requires that students arrive no later than  30 minutes prior  to performance time.

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This performance is part of the  DOMINION ENERGY SCHOOLTIME PERFORMANCE SERIES

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SPECTACULAR SPRING STORY TIME!

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The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children to our Spring 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 April 28 through June 9, 2025, with no session on May 26. Story Time features stories, songs with live music, and finger plays and puppets. Sessions may be held outside, weather permitting; check our Facebook page for more information. No registration is necessary; please call the library at 860-445-0392 for further information.

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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.

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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.

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MINIATURE ART TAKE & MAKE AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY

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Get creative at the library! The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites kids and adults of all ages and skill levels to make miniature art this summer! Stop by the library beginning Monday, June 2 and pick up a mini canvas. Take it home and decorate it however you like with any materials you have at home. Return your miniature canvas to the library by Monday, June 30 to be part of our Miniature Art display during our summer reading program. No registration required; call the library at 860-445-0392 for more information.

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Miniature canvases are available while supplies last. Any style of artwork can be submitted; however, submissions cannot contain graphic or adult content or obscene language.

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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.

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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.

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Ukuleles by the Sea meets the first and 3rd Wednesdays of the month at the Waterford Public Library (lower level). Open to strummers of all abilities. We project song sheets on a screen so anyone can follow along. Check our facebook group for any schedule/location changes.

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 Charlotte’s Web  is based on E.B. White’s loving story of the friendship between a pig named Wilbur and a little gray spider named Charlotte. Wilbur has a problem: how to avoid winding up as pork chops! Charlotte, a fine writer and true friend, hits on a plan to fool Farmer Zuckerman. She will create a “miracle.” Spinning the words “Some Pig” in her web, Charlotte weaves a solution which not only makes Wilbur a prize pig but also ensures his place on the farm forever.

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This treasured tale, featuring madcap and endearing farm animals, explores bravery, selfless love and the true meaning of friendship.

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Recommended Grade Levels : K – 5th

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Curriculum Connections:  Communication and Language Arts, Literature Based, Music, Relationships & Family

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Themes:  Friendship, Communication, Perseverance, Coming of Age, Loyalty, Sacrifice

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Tickets:  $17 per person. Groups of 15 or more: $15 per person & groups will receive one free chaperone ticket with every 15 paid. Additional chaperone tickets available for $15 per person.

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Special Assistance:  The Garde is equipped with wheelchair seating positions and accessible bathrooms. Wireless listening systems are available by reservation. Please indicate special needs at the time of your reservation. Wheelchair seating is available in the orchestra only.

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TICKETS or QUESTIONS: Call the Garde Box Office at (860) 444-7373 ext 1. or email boxoffice@gardearts.org 

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Educational Resources Here

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Download Theater Etiquette Basics Here

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Download Arrival & Departure Procedures Here

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Please Note:  Due to time constraints the Garde requires that students arrive no later than  30 minutes prior  to performance time.

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This performance is part of the  DOMINION ENERGY SCHOOLTIME PERFORMANCE SERIES

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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 April 29, 2025 through June 10, 2025. 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.

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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.

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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.

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MINIATURE ART TAKE & MAKE AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY

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Get creative at the library! The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites kids and adults of all ages and skill levels to make miniature art this summer! Stop by the library beginning Monday, June 2 and pick up a mini canvas. Take it home and decorate it however you like with any materials you have at home. Return your miniature canvas to the library by Monday, June 30 to be part of our Miniature Art display during our summer reading program. No registration required; call the library at 860-445-0392 for more information.

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Miniature canvases are available while supplies last. Any style of artwork can be submitted; however, submissions cannot contain graphic or adult content or obscene language.

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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.

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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.

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 Our science-based curriculum introduces students to the wonders of the natural world. New topics are covered each week through hands-on activities, meeting live animals, games and time for nature play and socialization. Sign up for one or all of the classes. Classes have a minimum of 4 students and a maximum of 14. There are two teachers per age group. Please bring a snack and water bottle to each class. Be prepared to go outside in all weather conditions!

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• Explorers (ages 4 to 6)
• Scientists (ages 7 to 9)
• Adventurers (ages 10-13)
• Animal Curators (ages 13-15)*

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*Please note that our Animal Curator Program does not follow the same curriculum as above. Students are immersed in hands-on activities working with our resident and rehabilitating wildlife. Activities include cleaning and setting up tanks, providing enrichment activities for wildlife and learning more about the care of wild and resident animals. Students alternate animal care tasks with hikes, nature journaling and other group activities at DPNC. This program is limited to 6 students and has one instructor. Students need to be able to work independently.

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Join us for a fun, relaxed story time where we showcase some of the new picture books we’ve gotten in for the month!

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MINIATURE ART TAKE & MAKE AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY

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Get creative at the library! The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites kids and adults of all ages and skill levels to make miniature art this summer! Stop by the library beginning Monday, June 2 and pick up a mini canvas. Take it home and decorate it however you like with any materials you have at home. Return your miniature canvas to the library by Monday, June 30 to be part of our Miniature Art display during our summer reading program. No registration required; call the library at 860-445-0392 for more information.

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Miniature canvases are available while supplies last. Any style of artwork can be submitted; however, submissions cannot contain graphic or adult content or obscene language.

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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.

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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.

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On View at the La Grua Center from May 9 – July 2, 2025  

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The artists of Gallery One are pleased to present the Artful Alchemy exhibition celebrating the fusion of styles, techniques, and artistic traditions. Each artist channels their inner alchemist, blending materials, experiences, and ideas to create rich visual narratives. Join the artists for the  opening reception  on Friday, May 9 from 5pm to 7pm.

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Exhibiting artists include: Rosemary Cotnoir (Westbrook), Victor Filepp (New London), Karen Israel (West Hartford), Michael Fanelli (Clinton), Ann Knickerbocker (Old Saybrook), Brian McClear (West Hartford), T. Willie Raney (Ivoryton), Diana Rogers (Clinton), Rick Silberberg (Ivoryton), and Jill Vaughn (Ivoryton). 

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“Artists are like modern-day alchemists, transforming diverse materials and emotions into works that are beautiful, innovative and thought-provoking,” said Michael Fanelli.

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“Each stroke of paint and color interacts and mingles, and that is the alchemy that brings a painting to life,” said Diana Rogers. “Using pure pigments and color is ideal for honoring nature and the vibrant hues of life along the shoreline.” 

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The exhibit is on view May 9 through July 2 at the La Grua Center located at 32 Water Street in Stonington, CT. The  opening reception  is Friday, May 9 from 5pm to 7pm and is free and open to the public. Gallery hours are Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday from 1pm to 4pm and other times by appointment through La Grua Center at 860-535-2300. For more information, visit the Gallery One website at www.galleryonect.com or contact us at galleryonect@gmail.com.

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 The Founders

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Wednesday, June 4

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Show:  7:30p |  Doors:  6:30p - Offering Free Dance Lessons starting at 7p

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https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/06/04-the-founders

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Tickets:  $20 ($3 Service Charge Included With Online Tickets. All sales are final, no ticket refunds or exchanges.)

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Many people ask "how did the Westerly area become the birthplace of East Coast blues?”

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The answer is Copley, James, Lataille, Piccolo and Robillard, AKA The Founders.

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These world renowned musicians along with a few others from right in our own backyard have played alongside Muddy Waters, Eric Clapton, B.B. King, Stevie Ray Vaughn and countless others with performances spanning the globe.

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Forming Roomful of Blues as young men they went on to pack dance floor as well as stadiums throughout their careers.

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So dust off your dance shoes, grab a friend and get ready for a swinging night of music.

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MINIATURE ART TAKE & MAKE AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY

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Get creative at the library! The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites kids and adults of all ages and skill levels to make miniature art this summer! Stop by the library beginning Monday, June 2 and pick up a mini canvas. Take it home and decorate it however you like with any materials you have at home. Return your miniature canvas to the library by Monday, June 30 to be part of our Miniature Art display during our summer reading program. No registration required; call the library at 860-445-0392 for more information.

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Miniature canvases are available while supplies last. Any style of artwork can be submitted; however, submissions cannot contain graphic or adult content or obscene language.

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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.

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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.

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Join Miss Christa for a new story time program where kids will get to explore stories through process art and crafts! Best suited for Pre-K- 2nd Grade

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Thursday. Discover what plants and fungi are edible in our forests! An experienced guide will show you the ins and outs of foraging on a hike through DPNC trails.

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Join us at the Parade Plaza in New London, and don't forget to bring your chairs to enjoy live music. Families can also take part in free activities, explore food vendors, experience face painting, and engage in various other family-friendly activities.

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 Fireworks Sponsored by Foxwoods Resort Casino

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Disney Music Bingo Night + Late Night Karaoke at Strange Brew Pub in Norwich, CT on Thursday 06.05.25!

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21+

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FREE admission

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Doors at 6:00pm

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Bingo at 6:30pm

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Karaoke at 9:00pm

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(Disney Music themed bingo)

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Join us for music bingo featuring all your favorite Disney songs!

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Free to play with multiple winners and prizes!

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After music bingo we have our late night karaoke!

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Music Bingo is a FREE admission event, “first come first serve” on available seating OR reserve your seat(s)/table via our online seated venue map for a $3.00 per seat fee (Additional eventbrite.com fees are non-refundable/redeemable).

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Located in the 1741 built colonial still house at 86 Water Street in the Chelsea Landing district of historic downtown Norwich CT.

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Email JRWmusic3@gmail.com for all questions regarding the venue &/or event(s) including reservations, bookings, and other information.

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 SHANE PATRICK

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Thursday, June 5

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PLAYING IN THE TAP ROOM

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Show Time: 8pm Free | 21+

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https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/06/05-shanepatrick

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Shane Patrick is a indie alternative rock singer-songwriter who recently moved to Rhode Island from New York City. Born into the performing arts Shane Patrick was raised by a dancer and a rodeo cowboy. In 2002 Shane made his TV Debut showcasing his multi-hyphenate talents alongside one of his musical heroes James Taylor. After a decade of gigging New York City's landmark venues in 2012 Shane went into the studio with his band, The Tones, and recorded his Debut album Go Places. Go Places was recorded at Sear Sound (John Lennon/Double Fantasy) in Manhattan. Go Places was produced by Loren Toolajian, featuring session drummer Brian Wolfe (David Byrne/St. Vincent) and session Violinist Johnathan Dinklage (Hamilton on Broadway/Eagles/Rush). In 2018 Shane wrote, directed, and starred in the short film Remedial Love. Remedial Love was selected and premiered at the 2018 Manhattan Film Festival. The film featured Shane Patrick’s Original song “I’m In Love” composed specifically for his film and was produced by John Coretto. In 2019 Shane headed back into the Studio with The Tones and recorded their second studio collaboration a 2020 EP release, Burnin’ Sun, produced again by Coretto. His latest single, Electric Spine , is out now and can be streamed anywhere you get music! 

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Expanding Visions celebrates the variety of its members’ styles with artwork that includes everything from hyperrealism to abstract. LAA is proud to announce the return of the Hudson Valley Art Association to our galleries for their 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition. Opening Reception: June 14 from 5 – 7pm.

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Young artists, ages 5 – 18, created art inspired by water for LAA’s annual young artists’ show; this year’s theme is WET: A World of Water. The award ceremony is June 21 at 11am during LAA’s Family Day event.  

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June 21: From 10am – 1pm on Saturday, June 21, come to LAA for Family Day and enjoy fun & creative art and outdoor activities for kids and families.

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MINIATURE ART TAKE & MAKE AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY

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Get creative at the library! The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites kids and adults of all ages and skill levels to make miniature art this summer! Stop by the library beginning Monday, June 2 and pick up a mini canvas. Take it home and decorate it however you like with any materials you have at home. Return your miniature canvas to the library by Monday, June 30 to be part of our Miniature Art display during our summer reading program. No registration required; call the library at 860-445-0392 for more information.

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Miniature canvases are available while supplies last. Any style of artwork can be submitted; however, submissions cannot contain graphic or adult content or obscene language.

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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.

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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.

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On View at the La Grua Center from May 9 – July 2, 2025  

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The artists of Gallery One are pleased to present the Artful Alchemy exhibition celebrating the fusion of styles, techniques, and artistic traditions. Each artist channels their inner alchemist, blending materials, experiences, and ideas to create rich visual narratives. Join the artists for the  opening reception  on Friday, May 9 from 5pm to 7pm.

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Exhibiting artists include: Rosemary Cotnoir (Westbrook), Victor Filepp (New London), Karen Israel (West Hartford), Michael Fanelli (Clinton), Ann Knickerbocker (Old Saybrook), Brian McClear (West Hartford), T. Willie Raney (Ivoryton), Diana Rogers (Clinton), Rick Silberberg (Ivoryton), and Jill Vaughn (Ivoryton). 

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“Artists are like modern-day alchemists, transforming diverse materials and emotions into works that are beautiful, innovative and thought-provoking,” said Michael Fanelli.

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“Each stroke of paint and color interacts and mingles, and that is the alchemy that brings a painting to life,” said Diana Rogers. “Using pure pigments and color is ideal for honoring nature and the vibrant hues of life along the shoreline.” 

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The exhibit is on view May 9 through July 2 at the La Grua Center located at 32 Water Street in Stonington, CT. The  opening reception  is Friday, May 9 from 5pm to 7pm and is free and open to the public. Gallery hours are Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday from 1pm to 4pm and other times by appointment through La Grua Center at 860-535-2300. For more information, visit the Gallery One website at www.galleryonect.com or contact us at galleryonect@gmail.com.

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Otis Library is proud to present the 21st Annual Evening with an Author, featuring New York Times bestselling author  Kelly Corrigan  and  George Sweetland! 

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Join us for a lively discussion about their brand-new book, Marianne the Maker, and the importance of connecting to creativity. Individual ticket includes: cocktail reception (cash bar), fine dining stations, a silent auction with pre-registration and automatic check out, author keynote address, author meet and greet with photo opportunity, and a signed copy of "Marianne the Maker."

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 Eddie B.  soared to new heights by creating his own opportunity starting with his series of comical videos titled  “What Teachers Really Want to Say”. In a matter of hours, those videos sparked the attention of educators all over the country when they realized that they were not alone and finally had someone to joke about the things they were reluctant to say out loud. 

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Shortly after,  Eddie  decided to take his videos to the stage selling out comedy clubs, theaters, and arenas with his  “Teachers Only Comedy Tour”  in 2017-2018 and the  “I’m Already Professionally Developed Tour”  in 2019- 2020. When the worldwide pandemic made it impossible for  Eddie  to see his fans in person he began performing his  “Teachers Only”  comedy virtually! Now that things are getting back to normal  Eddie B  is ready to give educators more of his unfiltered comedy beginning with his  ” Teachers Only Summer Break Tour”  in 2021! 

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Eddie B  has established himself as the official voice of teachers across the globe. Educators from America to Africa, Dallas to Dubai, New York to New Delhi (and beyond) are getting a lesson in the funniest ways to express their worst frustrations and they are loving every second of  Eddie B’s  uncensored, raw, and hysterically realistic portrayal of a teacher’s hectic life, from the point of view of an actual teacher!

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 LAST BAND STANDING

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FRIDAY, JUNE 6

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Show:  8p |  Doors:  7p

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Tickets:  https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/the-new-england-music-awards/last-band-standing-rhode-island

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https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/06/06-lastbandstanding

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The Last Band Standing is a talent showcase. Bands/Artists are selected by The New England Music Awards nominating committee and perform live while judges consisting of radio personalities, talent buyers, music writers and other music industry professionals from all over the region observe each performance and answer only one question; "which band is the best live act!"

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Expanding Visions celebrates the variety of its members’ styles with artwork that includes everything from hyperrealism to abstract. LAA is proud to announce the return of the Hudson Valley Art Association to our galleries for their 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition. Opening Reception: June 14 from 5 – 7pm.

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Young artists, ages 5 – 18, created art inspired by water for LAA’s annual young artists’ show; this year’s theme is WET: A World of Water. The award ceremony is June 21 at 11am during LAA’s Family Day event.  

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June 21: From 10am – 1pm on Saturday, June 21, come to LAA for Family Day and enjoy fun & creative art and outdoor activities for kids and families.

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MINIATURE ART TAKE & MAKE AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY

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Get creative at the library! The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites kids and adults of all ages and skill levels to make miniature art this summer! Stop by the library beginning Monday, June 2 and pick up a mini canvas. Take it home and decorate it however you like with any materials you have at home. Return your miniature canvas to the library by Monday, June 30 to be part of our Miniature Art display during our summer reading program. No registration required; call the library at 860-445-0392 for more information.

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Miniature canvases are available while supplies last. Any style of artwork can be submitted; however, submissions cannot contain graphic or adult content or obscene language.

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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.

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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.

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Join the Lyman Allyn Art Museum in the art studio from 11 am – 1 pm for an activity inspired by artworks in the museum. The project changes every month, and is free for all. See our website for project details. While you’re here, explore the Museum and enjoy ongoing exhibits. Fun for the whole family! Time: 11 am – 1 pm in the art studioCost: Free admission all day Walk-ins for the art project are welcome as capacity allows. -Sponsored by Chelsea Groton Bank-

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Join us for an unforgettable fundraiser of mingling, dining, and high-energy dancing to the electrifying sounds of Sugar—the dynamic, crowd-favorite band that keeps the energy going all night! Enjoy exciting auction offerings and an evening of impactful fundraising to support the life-changing mission of High Hopes Therapeutic Riding. Help pave the way for a future filled with hope and impact.

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 ArtemBelogurov

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Viennese Classical piano after Joh. Andreas Stein (1783),

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copy by Gerard Tuinman, Utrecht, NL (2023)

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Mozart on his own Piano

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Sonata in F, K.280

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Variations on Ah, vous dirai-je, Maman, K. 265

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Duport Variations in C, K.573

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Fantasia in c, K.475 & Sonata in c, K.457

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Pianist  Artem Belogurov's sixth Music Matters appearance celebrates a handful of Mozart's most endearing piano works. It's also the North American début of a magnificent new Mozart-era piano, built recently by one of the great Dutch instrument makers. This Stein piano has two interchangeable keyboard actions. Artem will play one half of his recital on the action with cherry wood hammers, as Mozart did in the early 1780s. He'll play the other half on the revolutionary leather-covered hammers that took Vienna by storm in 1783. Mozart's music is compelling on its own merit, but hearing the very sounds he wrote for takes it to a visceral, memorable level. Please join us for Artem Belogurov's return, and for Mozart at his most moving!

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Advance tickets $25 online ONLY. A limited number of tickets may be available at the door on a first come, first served basis. Doors open at 4:30 pm.

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William Evertson uses collaged imagery, often blending historical art with modern references, he creates familiar yet irreverent scenes packed with socio-political commentary. This allows him to examine current rhetoric through historic counterpoints.

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The woodblock printing method provides a bold, graphic media through which he seeks to understand the structure of both past and present. Combining historical research with old printing technology to comment on new but recurring issues, he unpacks pervasive societal flaws that cross time and culture.

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Lauren Correa is an artist with a vision expressed through the lens. Three time EMMY AWARD winner for her work at CBS Sports & NBC News for editing/ pre production & live TV coverage.

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Her work in this exhibit is a transformative journey within one's self. While emerged within the chaos, sometimes one has to go into the depths of darkness to find clarity. In stillness, peace is found. With faith, trust & a glimmer of hope, the light from within will guide the way. All that was chaotic is illuminated. Fear becomes an illusion and the truth is revealed, lighting the path to freedom. Ascending from the self imposed restrictions to love, light, and freedom. The transformation and rebirth begins.

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Please join us on Saturday, June 7th for the opening 6-9pm

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 Steven Spielberg ,  Richard Donner  (Lethal Weapon films) and  Chris Columbus  (Harry Potter films) collaborate to create an epic children’s adventure of subterranean caverns, sunken galleons and a fortune in lost pirate treasure waiting to be found by a group of friends known as  The Goonies.

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With brothers Mikey (Sean Astin) and Brand’s (Josh Brolin) house slated for demolition by greedy land developers, the boys decide their only hope lies in finding a long-lost treasure. They uncover a treasure map and with their friends descend to a subterranean sea and an abandoned galleon in this fun-filled, fast-paced adventure.

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Directed by:  Richard Donner

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Cast:  Sean Astin, Josh Brolin, Jeff Cohen, Corey Feldman, Kerri Green, Martha Plimpton, Ke Huy Quan

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Take a journey with us as we explore how music can travel through time and across oceans, yet still retain its essence and offer a link to the past.

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Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 7:00pm at von der Mehden Recital Hall at UCONN Storrs

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“Celtic Journey” will feature performances of songs from the Celtic tradition by Voices of Concinnity (CT's versatile professional vocal chamber ensemble), Consonare Community Choir, Consonare Youth Choirs, and special guest, The Jolly Beggars.

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Admission is $10 / free for studetns/children. Limited tickets will be available at the door--reserve your seat online now.

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https://www.consonare-sing.org/celtic-journey

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 Princess June & Old Milk Mooney

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SATURDAY, JUNE 7

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SHOW: 8P | DOORS: 7P

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Tickets:  $15

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https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/06/07-princessjuneoldmilk

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($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.)

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Princess June is a mystic folk trio from Rhode Island composed of singer/songwriters Myah Strauser, Griffin Keeffe, and Telli Quinn. With an emphasis on rich three-part harmonies and uplifting lyrics, their songs are cosmic lullabies for the soul.

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Old Milk Mooney

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“It feels a little bit nostalgic, like that old recording your father had on vinyl. You can sip a glass of whiskey (or any other favorite beverage) and just enjoy the songs.” - Motel Void

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Internationally Acclaimed Singer-Songwriter & Pianist Grayson Hugh with Singer Polly Messer will be appearing in concert at Hygienic Art Park on Saturday June 7, 2025.

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The Hygienic Art Park Stage is located at 79 Bank Street, New London, Connecticut 06320.

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Showtime is 8PM.

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Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door.

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For tickets, directions and all other details visit https://www.hygienic.org/ or call 860-443-8001.

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“In a world where music is often a brittle artificiality, the music Grayson Hugh makes is hard and strong, convicted and convincing. And true. Most of all, true. It's there in the gritty lament of his voice, in the roughhouse eloquence of his piano, and the atmospheric poetry of his words. And his lyrics! If you love words, if you’re one of those people for whom heaven is a rainy day and a good book, then know this: Hugh doesn’t write words — he writes pictures.

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He has that thing Sam Cooke and Ray Charles had, that thing you still hear sometimes in Bruce Springsteen, that lonely, train whistle in the dark thing, that yearning, keening thing that gets right to the heart of what it means to be alive, what it means to be a human being.”

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• Leonard Pitts Jr., Miami Herald, March 8, 2010 (Winner of the 2004 Pulitzer Prize for Commentary)

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Here is an opportunity to hear Grayson Hugh & Polly Messer perform Grayson's hits from radio and Oscar-winning movies and from his many records, including songs from his brand new roots country album "Save Your Love For Me".

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Grayson Hugh and Polly Messer have brought the artistry of Grayson's songs to concert audiences throughout the U.S. and overseas, including The Cutting Room in NYC, Hill Country NY, City Winery NY, Village Studios, Los Angeles, CA, The Port Hardy Civic Center, Port Hardy, Vancouver Island, B.C., Canada, and The Blue Note Jazz Club, Poznań, Poland.

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Expanding Visions celebrates the variety of its members’ styles with artwork that includes everything from hyperrealism to abstract. LAA is proud to announce the return of the Hudson Valley Art Association to our galleries for their 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition. Opening Reception: June 14 from 5 – 7pm.

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Young artists, ages 5 – 18, created art inspired by water for LAA’s annual young artists’ show; this year’s theme is WET: A World of Water. The award ceremony is June 21 at 11am during LAA’s Family Day event.  

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June 21: From 10am – 1pm on Saturday, June 21, come to LAA for Family Day and enjoy fun & creative art and outdoor activities for kids and families.

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All Roads Lead to the Coventry Farmers' Market!

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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

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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.

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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!

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No experience with origami, mathematics, engineering, or "maker" activities required. The instructor can bend the content to match the interest of the participants.

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We ask students to be 14+

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Get Tickets Today! Class Fee is non-refundable. Please plan accordingly.

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On View at the La Grua Center from May 9 – July 2, 2025  

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The artists of Gallery One are pleased to present the Artful Alchemy exhibition celebrating the fusion of styles, techniques, and artistic traditions. Each artist channels their inner alchemist, blending materials, experiences, and ideas to create rich visual narratives. Join the artists for the  opening reception  on Friday, May 9 from 5pm to 7pm.

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Exhibiting artists include: Rosemary Cotnoir (Westbrook), Victor Filepp (New London), Karen Israel (West Hartford), Michael Fanelli (Clinton), Ann Knickerbocker (Old Saybrook), Brian McClear (West Hartford), T. Willie Raney (Ivoryton), Diana Rogers (Clinton), Rick Silberberg (Ivoryton), and Jill Vaughn (Ivoryton). 

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“Artists are like modern-day alchemists, transforming diverse materials and emotions into works that are beautiful, innovative and thought-provoking,” said Michael Fanelli.

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“Each stroke of paint and color interacts and mingles, and that is the alchemy that brings a painting to life,” said Diana Rogers. “Using pure pigments and color is ideal for honoring nature and the vibrant hues of life along the shoreline.” 

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The exhibit is on view May 9 through July 2 at the La Grua Center located at 32 Water Street in Stonington, CT. The  opening reception  is Friday, May 9 from 5pm to 7pm and is free and open to the public. Gallery hours are Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday from 1pm to 4pm and other times by appointment through La Grua Center at 860-535-2300. For more information, visit the Gallery One website at www.galleryonect.com or contact us at galleryonect@gmail.com.

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Shell-ebrate summer in the most claw-some way possible at LobsterFest! Join us on June 8th at Coogan Farm for an afternoon of Maine lobster, live music, family fun, and live animal encounters all to benefit the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center. Every claw you crack supports the Nature Center’s work. Special thanks to Dog Watch Catering for their support and our delicious menu!

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When:  June 8 @ 1–3 PM

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Where:  Coogan Farm (162 Greenmanville Ave, Mystic); rain location is at Dog Watch Mystic

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Tickets:  Advance purchase required; $45 adults, $20 kids 12 & under

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 Join DPNC and the Mystic Aquarium for an exciting search for horseshoe crabs at Bluff Point! June is the one of the best times to search for horseshoe crabs as they mate and lay eggs along our local shores. Learn more about their amazing life cycles and biology as we explore the beach searching for them. Be prepared to get wet and walk at least 2 miles over sandy and rocky terrain with wet and sandy shoes. Do not wear flip flops or crocs. Pre-registration is required. This program is suited for adults and families with children who can handle the conditions.

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Members and Nonmembers: $5 per person

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 J. MICHAEL GRAHAM IN THE TAP ROOM

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SUNDAY, JUNE 8

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Show:  8p |  Doors:  7p

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Free, 21+

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https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/06/08-jmichaelgraham

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J. Michael Graham's first full length album, "Stuck" was nominated for a 2025 Motif Magazine RI Music Award in the Favorite Americana Album category. In his songwriting, Graham explores the depths of personal connections and what may linger when relationships sometimes fall apart. Graham has played hundreds of shows throughout New England and has toured the Midwest, Tennessee, and Quebec. He has shared the stage with a wide range of artists including The Samples, Dresden Dolls, James Mongomery, The Sea The Sea, The Sheila Divine, and Ian O'Neil from Deer Tick. Be sure to catch him at The Knick in the Tap Room on Sunday June 8th for an 8 PM show! 

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https://www.facebook.com/jmgrahammusic

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https://www.instagram.com/jmgrahammusic

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https://www.jmgrahammusic.com/

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SPECTACULAR SPRING STORY TIME!

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The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children to our Spring 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 April 28 through June 9, 2025, with no session on May 26. Story Time features stories, songs with live music, and finger plays and puppets. Sessions may be held outside, weather permitting; check our Facebook page for more information. No registration is necessary; please call the library at 860-445-0392 for further information.

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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.

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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.

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MINIATURE ART TAKE & MAKE AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY

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Get creative at the library! The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites kids and adults of all ages and skill levels to make miniature art this summer! Stop by the library beginning Monday, June 2 and pick up a mini canvas. Take it home and decorate it however you like with any materials you have at home. Return your miniature canvas to the library by Monday, June 30 to be part of our Miniature Art display during our summer reading program. No registration required; call the library at 860-445-0392 for more information.

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Miniature canvases are available while supplies last. Any style of artwork can be submitted; however, submissions cannot contain graphic or adult content or obscene language.

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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.

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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.

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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 April 29, 2025 through June 10, 2025. 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.

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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.

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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.

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Expanding Visions celebrates the variety of its members’ styles with artwork that includes everything from hyperrealism to abstract. LAA is proud to announce the return of the Hudson Valley Art Association to our galleries for their 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition. Opening Reception: June 14 from 5 – 7pm.

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Young artists, ages 5 – 18, created art inspired by water for LAA’s annual young artists’ show; this year’s theme is WET: A World of Water. The award ceremony is June 21 at 11am during LAA’s Family Day event.  

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June 21: From 10am – 1pm on Saturday, June 21, come to LAA for Family Day and enjoy fun & creative art and outdoor activities for kids and families.

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MINIATURE ART TAKE & MAKE AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY

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Get creative at the library! The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites kids and adults of all ages and skill levels to make miniature art this summer! Stop by the library beginning Monday, June 2 and pick up a mini canvas. Take it home and decorate it however you like with any materials you have at home. Return your miniature canvas to the library by Monday, June 30 to be part of our Miniature Art display during our summer reading program. No registration required; call the library at 860-445-0392 for more information.

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Miniature canvases are available while supplies last. Any style of artwork can be submitted; however, submissions cannot contain graphic or adult content or obscene language.

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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.

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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.

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Expanding Visions celebrates the variety of its members’ styles with artwork that includes everything from hyperrealism to abstract. LAA is proud to announce the return of the Hudson Valley Art Association to our galleries for their 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition. Opening Reception: June 14 from 5 – 7pm.

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Young artists, ages 5 – 18, created art inspired by water for LAA’s annual young artists’ show; this year’s theme is WET: A World of Water. The award ceremony is June 21 at 11am during LAA’s Family Day event.  

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June 21: From 10am – 1pm on Saturday, June 21, come to LAA for Family Day and enjoy fun & creative art and outdoor activities for kids and families.

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MINIATURE ART TAKE & MAKE AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY

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Get creative at the library! The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites kids and adults of all ages and skill levels to make miniature art this summer! Stop by the library beginning Monday, June 2 and pick up a mini canvas. Take it home and decorate it however you like with any materials you have at home. Return your miniature canvas to the library by Monday, June 30 to be part of our Miniature Art display during our summer reading program. No registration required; call the library at 860-445-0392 for more information.

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Miniature canvases are available while supplies last. Any style of artwork can be submitted; however, submissions cannot contain graphic or adult content or obscene language.

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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.

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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.

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On View at the La Grua Center from May 9 – July 2, 2025  

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The artists of Gallery One are pleased to present the Artful Alchemy exhibition celebrating the fusion of styles, techniques, and artistic traditions. Each artist channels their inner alchemist, blending materials, experiences, and ideas to create rich visual narratives. Join the artists for the  opening reception  on Friday, May 9 from 5pm to 7pm.

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Exhibiting artists include: Rosemary Cotnoir (Westbrook), Victor Filepp (New London), Karen Israel (West Hartford), Michael Fanelli (Clinton), Ann Knickerbocker (Old Saybrook), Brian McClear (West Hartford), T. Willie Raney (Ivoryton), Diana Rogers (Clinton), Rick Silberberg (Ivoryton), and Jill Vaughn (Ivoryton). 

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“Artists are like modern-day alchemists, transforming diverse materials and emotions into works that are beautiful, innovative and thought-provoking,” said Michael Fanelli.

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“Each stroke of paint and color interacts and mingles, and that is the alchemy that brings a painting to life,” said Diana Rogers. “Using pure pigments and color is ideal for honoring nature and the vibrant hues of life along the shoreline.” 

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The exhibit is on view May 9 through July 2 at the La Grua Center located at 32 Water Street in Stonington, CT. The  opening reception  is Friday, May 9 from 5pm to 7pm and is free and open to the public. Gallery hours are Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday from 1pm to 4pm and other times by appointment through La Grua Center at 860-535-2300. For more information, visit the Gallery One website at www.galleryonect.com or contact us at galleryonect@gmail.com.

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All ages are invited to join us to kick off summer reading with ice cream at Creaser Park!

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Come on down to the Wood & Word Blooms studio located in Coventry, CT for some Wood Flower Bar fun. At a Studio Wood Flower Bar Workshop you get to go wild at the wood flower bar picking flowers, greenery & fillers to make a uniquely you arrangement. Wood Flowers are NOT fresh flowers but they also aren't "fake" flowers. They are flowers crafted from a sustainable and biodegradable plant material which are then hand-painted by Wood &Word Blooms and used in floral designs. They are won't wilt, make you sneeze or require any watering to enjoy!

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When you purchase your spot, you will pick from a mini, small, medium or large wood flower arrangement or you can choose a small 10 inch or medium 14 inch grapevine wreath. Container options will vary upon availability. If you'd liked to upgrade once you are there, this can be done as well via Venmo, cash or personal check. 

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Blues on Broadway - Wednesday, June 11, 2025 @ 7:30pm.

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NORWICH ARTS CENTER 62 Broadway, Norwich, CT

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Doors open at 7pm. $25 Adults; $23 Seniors/Military/Student; $20 Members

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Tickets @ www.norwicharts.org

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This stained glass project is designed for first-timers and experienced glass artists alike. A simple yet elegant design, these air plant holders bring the tranquility of nature indoors and soothing color to a sunny window. A healthy air plant (“tillandsia”) is included to make your creation complete and a perfect gift! The holders are designed and intended to be hung.

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In this workshop, you will learn to score glass, grind, foil, and solder. Sign up to make your air plant holder today!

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Please be advised that sufficient hand strength and dexterity are required for scoring glass as well as the ability to stand while working with tools.

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Ages 16+

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This is a one-day class taking place at 7 Union St. New London CT 06320

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Sign up today!

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Get Tickets Today! Class Fee is non-refundable. Please plan accordingly.

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Expanding Visions celebrates the variety of its members’ styles with artwork that includes everything from hyperrealism to abstract. LAA is proud to announce the return of the Hudson Valley Art Association to our galleries for their 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition. Opening Reception: June 14 from 5 – 7pm.

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Young artists, ages 5 – 18, created art inspired by water for LAA’s annual young artists’ show; this year’s theme is WET: A World of Water. The award ceremony is June 21 at 11am during LAA’s Family Day event.  

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June 21: From 10am – 1pm on Saturday, June 21, come to LAA for Family Day and enjoy fun & creative art and outdoor activities for kids and families.

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MINIATURE ART TAKE & MAKE AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY

​

Get creative at the library! The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites kids and adults of all ages and skill levels to make miniature art this summer! Stop by the library beginning Monday, June 2 and pick up a mini canvas. Take it home and decorate it however you like with any materials you have at home. Return your miniature canvas to the library by Monday, June 30 to be part of our Miniature Art display during our summer reading program. No registration required; call the library at 860-445-0392 for more information.

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Miniature canvases are available while supplies last. Any style of artwork can be submitted; however, submissions cannot contain graphic or adult content or obscene language.

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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.

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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.

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 Local Honey Acoustic

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Thursday, June 12

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Playing in the Tap Room

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Show Time 8pm | Free | 21+

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https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/06/12-local-honey-acoustic

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“Proving the axiom, you get what you give, Local Honey gives an outstandingly inspired performance.” With music that attempts to reconcile through melody and poetry, the fine lines that stand in tenuous balance between love and artistic passion, Local Honey fills your ears with a certain and captivating empathy for the nuances that comprise the grey areas of life. The listener will find themselves dancing up a sweat, channeling positive vibrations and a profound zeal for living, and then a few songs later, dabbing at their eyes with a sudden reminder of the strength and sorrow that is a part of everyone’s stories.

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Expanding Visions celebrates the variety of its members’ styles with artwork that includes everything from hyperrealism to abstract. LAA is proud to announce the return of the Hudson Valley Art Association to our galleries for their 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition. Opening Reception: June 14 from 5 – 7pm.

​

Young artists, ages 5 – 18, created art inspired by water for LAA’s annual young artists’ show; this year’s theme is WET: A World of Water. The award ceremony is June 21 at 11am during LAA’s Family Day event.  

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June 21: From 10am – 1pm on Saturday, June 21, come to LAA for Family Day and enjoy fun & creative art and outdoor activities for kids and families.

​

MINIATURE ART TAKE & MAKE AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY

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Get creative at the library! The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites kids and adults of all ages and skill levels to make miniature art this summer! Stop by the library beginning Monday, June 2 and pick up a mini canvas. Take it home and decorate it however you like with any materials you have at home. Return your miniature canvas to the library by Monday, June 30 to be part of our Miniature Art display during our summer reading program. No registration required; call the library at 860-445-0392 for more information.

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Miniature canvases are available while supplies last. Any style of artwork can be submitted; however, submissions cannot contain graphic or adult content or obscene language.

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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.

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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.

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On View at the La Grua Center from May 9 – July 2, 2025  

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The artists of Gallery One are pleased to present the Artful Alchemy exhibition celebrating the fusion of styles, techniques, and artistic traditions. Each artist channels their inner alchemist, blending materials, experiences, and ideas to create rich visual narratives. Join the artists for the  opening reception  on Friday, May 9 from 5pm to 7pm.

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Exhibiting artists include: Rosemary Cotnoir (Westbrook), Victor Filepp (New London), Karen Israel (West Hartford), Michael Fanelli (Clinton), Ann Knickerbocker (Old Saybrook), Brian McClear (West Hartford), T. Willie Raney (Ivoryton), Diana Rogers (Clinton), Rick Silberberg (Ivoryton), and Jill Vaughn (Ivoryton). 

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“Artists are like modern-day alchemists, transforming diverse materials and emotions into works that are beautiful, innovative and thought-provoking,” said Michael Fanelli.

​

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“Each stroke of paint and color interacts and mingles, and that is the alchemy that brings a painting to life,” said Diana Rogers. “Using pure pigments and color is ideal for honoring nature and the vibrant hues of life along the shoreline.” 

​

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The exhibit is on view May 9 through July 2 at the La Grua Center located at 32 Water Street in Stonington, CT. The  opening reception  is Friday, May 9 from 5pm to 7pm and is free and open to the public. Gallery hours are Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday from 1pm to 4pm and other times by appointment through La Grua Center at 860-535-2300. For more information, visit the Gallery One website at www.galleryonect.com or contact us at galleryonect@gmail.com.

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Come on down to the Wood & Word Blooms studio located in Coventry, CT for some Wood Flower Bar fun. At a Studio Wood Flower Bar Workshop you get to go wild at the wood flower bar picking flowers, greenery & fillers to make a uniquely you arrangement. Wood Flowers are NOT fresh flowers but they also aren't "fake" flowers. They are flowers crafted from a sustainable and biodegradable plant material which are then hand-painted by Wood &Word Blooms and used in floral designs. They are won't wilt, make you sneeze or require any watering to enjoy!

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When you purchase your spot, you will pick from a mini, small, medium or large wood flower arrangement or you can choose a small 10 inch or medium 14 inch grapevine wreath. Container options will vary upon availability. If you'd liked to upgrade once you are there, this can be done as well via Venmo, cash or personal check. 

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Come on down to the Wood & Word Blooms studio located in Coventry, CT for some Wood Flower Bar fun. At a Studio Wood Flower Bar Workshop you get to go wild at the wood flower bar picking flowers, greenery & fillers to make a uniquely you arrangement. Wood Flowers are NOT fresh flowers but they also aren't "fake" flowers. They are flowers crafted from a sustainable and biodegradable plant material which are then hand-painted by Wood &Word Blooms and used in floral designs. They are won't wilt, make you sneeze or require any watering to enjoy!

​

When you purchase your spot, you will pick from a mini, small, medium or large wood flower arrangement or you can choose a small 10 inch or medium 14 inch grapevine wreath. Container options will vary upon availability. If you'd liked to upgrade once you are there, this can be done as well via Venmo, cash or personal check. 

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 LITTLE LIES: A TRIBUTE TO FLEETWOOD MAC

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FRIDAY, JUNE 13

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Show:  8p |  Doors:  8p

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https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/6/13-littlelies

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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.)

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LITTLE LIES: A TRIBUTE TO FLEETWOOD MAC IS AN 8-PIECE TRIBUTE FROM BOSTON PERFORMING AN AUTHENTIC PLAYLIST OF YOUR FAVORITE FLEETWOOD MAC HITS. JOIN US FOR A NIGHT OF ROMANCE, DRAMA, AND, OF COURSE, RUMOURS!

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Featuring two female and two male vocalists, along with an ensemble of professional musicians dedicated to capturing the magic of one of the world’s most successful bands.

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littleliestribute.com

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This Father’s Day weekend (6/14 – 6/15) join us for our first ever “Dads and Grads” event!!

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Stop by to enjoy a weekend full of live music and celebrate a day out with dad and the recent/upcoming graduates! We will be hosting a photo contest with prizes for the best photos recognizing Dads and Grads!

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We will also be holding a raffle to win two FREE Yankee vs Red Sox Tickets at FENWAY PARK!!!

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Come out to celebrate those Dads and Grads and enjoy another fun filled weekend at Olde Mistick Village!

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Join the Protected Spaces Stewardship Committee / Conservation Commission for a Spring walk in the fresh air.

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 No prior woodworking experience is required.

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Build an outdoor folding chair in a day! Students will cut and drill parts to create a folding chair, commonly called a Kentucky Stick Chair. The chair, made out of cedar, is ideal for sitting on a porch or at the beach on a summer day. -Students will spend the day laying out, cutting, and drilling more than 40 parts to make the complete chair. The finished chairs will be taken home at the end of the day.

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-Due to the use of cedar, a lung irritant, N95 masks will be required in the shop during the class. The class fee includes the cost of a mask, but students are encouraged to bring a well-fitted N95 mask or equivalent respirator.

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This class is aimed at novice woodworkers, and all tools and materials will be supplied - no prior experience is required.

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18+

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For Spark Members: After successful completion, members will be able to use the chop saw, drill press, and router table independently. Thanks to a generous donation and grant support from the Frank Loomis Palmer Foundation, these classes are reduced in price.

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Sign Up Today!

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Class Fee is non-refundable. Please plan accordingly.

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Expanding Visions celebrates the variety of its members’ styles with artwork that includes everything from hyperrealism to abstract. LAA is proud to announce the return of the Hudson Valley Art Association to our galleries for their 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition. Opening Reception: June 14 from 5 – 7pm.

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Young artists, ages 5 – 18, created art inspired by water for LAA’s annual young artists’ show; this year’s theme is WET: A World of Water. The award ceremony is June 21 at 11am during LAA’s Family Day event.  

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June 21: From 10am – 1pm on Saturday, June 21, come to LAA for Family Day and enjoy fun & creative art and outdoor activities for kids and families.

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 Ample Free Parking!

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Browse unique artistry including glass, illustrations, jewelry, painting, photography, pottery, and wood. 

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For more information contact omvartshow@gmail.com

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MINIATURE ART TAKE & MAKE AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY

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Get creative at the library! The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites kids and adults of all ages and skill levels to make miniature art this summer! Stop by the library beginning Monday, June 2 and pick up a mini canvas. Take it home and decorate it however you like with any materials you have at home. Return your miniature canvas to the library by Monday, June 30 to be part of our Miniature Art display during our summer reading program. No registration required; call the library at 860-445-0392 for more information.

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Miniature canvases are available while supplies last. Any style of artwork can be submitted; however, submissions cannot contain graphic or adult content or obscene language.

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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.

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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.

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Explore Eagleville Lake and a section of the Willimantic River on a guided paddle. Learn about a management plan to address aggressively growing invasive aquatic plants for this quiet waterbody shared by the towns of Coventry and Mansfield. Participants will need to BYOB(oat) and safety gear.

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Come on down to the Wood & Word Blooms studio located in Coventry, CT for some Wood Flower Bar fun. At a Studio Wood Flower Bar Workshop you get to go wild at the wood flower bar picking flowers, greenery & fillers to make a uniquely you arrangement. Wood Flowers are NOT fresh flowers but they also aren't "fake" flowers. They are flowers crafted from a sustainable and biodegradable plant material which are then hand-painted by Wood &Word Blooms and used in floral designs. They are won't wilt, make you sneeze or require any watering to enjoy!

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When you purchase your spot, you will pick from a mini, small, medium or large wood flower arrangement or you can choose a small 10 inch or medium 14 inch grapevine wreath. Container options will vary upon availability. If you'd liked to upgrade once you are there, this can be done as well via Venmo, cash or personal check. 

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 JIM CARPENTER

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Saturday, June 14

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PLAYING IN THE TAP ROOM

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Show Time 8pm | Free | 21+

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https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/6/14-jimcarpenter

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This Father’s Day weekend (6/14 – 6/15) join us for our first ever “Dads and Grads” event!!

​

Stop by to enjoy a weekend full of live music and celebrate a day out with dad and the recent/upcoming graduates! We will be hosting a photo contest with prizes for the best photos recognizing Dads and Grads!

​

We will also be holding a raffle to win two FREE Yankee vs Red Sox Tickets at FENWAY PARK!!!

​

Come out to celebrate those Dads and Grads and enjoy another fun filled weekend at Olde Mistick Village!

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Expanding Visions celebrates the variety of its members’ styles with artwork that includes everything from hyperrealism to abstract. LAA is proud to announce the return of the Hudson Valley Art Association to our galleries for their 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition. Opening Reception: June 14 from 5 – 7pm.

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All Roads Lead to the Coventry Farmers' Market!

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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

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Young artists, ages 5 – 18, created art inspired by water for LAA’s annual young artists’ show; this year’s theme is WET: A World of Water. The award ceremony is June 21 at 11am during LAA’s Family Day event.  

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June 21: From 10am – 1pm on Saturday, June 21, come to LAA for Family Day and enjoy fun & creative art and outdoor activities for kids and families.

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 Ample Free Parking!

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Browse unique artistry including glass, illustrations, jewelry, painting, photography, pottery, and wood. 

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For more information contact omvartshow@gmail.com

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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.

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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.

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Ages 14+

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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.

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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.

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On View at the La Grua Center from May 9 – July 2, 2025  

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The artists of Gallery One are pleased to present the Artful Alchemy exhibition celebrating the fusion of styles, techniques, and artistic traditions. Each artist channels their inner alchemist, blending materials, experiences, and ideas to create rich visual narratives. Join the artists for the  opening reception  on Friday, May 9 from 5pm to 7pm.

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Exhibiting artists include: Rosemary Cotnoir (Westbrook), Victor Filepp (New London), Karen Israel (West Hartford), Michael Fanelli (Clinton), Ann Knickerbocker (Old Saybrook), Brian McClear (West Hartford), T. Willie Raney (Ivoryton), Diana Rogers (Clinton), Rick Silberberg (Ivoryton), and Jill Vaughn (Ivoryton). 

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“Artists are like modern-day alchemists, transforming diverse materials and emotions into works that are beautiful, innovative and thought-provoking,” said Michael Fanelli.

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“Each stroke of paint and color interacts and mingles, and that is the alchemy that brings a painting to life,” said Diana Rogers. “Using pure pigments and color is ideal for honoring nature and the vibrant hues of life along the shoreline.” 

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The exhibit is on view May 9 through July 2 at the La Grua Center located at 32 Water Street in Stonington, CT. The  opening reception  is Friday, May 9 from 5pm to 7pm and is free and open to the public. Gallery hours are Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday from 1pm to 4pm and other times by appointment through La Grua Center at 860-535-2300. For more information, visit the Gallery One website at www.galleryonect.com or contact us at galleryonect@gmail.com.

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 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.)

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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.

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Certification for Members: Printing Press Members who demonstrate proper use of the printing press can be certified for independent access to the tool.

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Thanks to generous donations from The Frank Loomis Palmer Foundation , prices of our certification classes are greatly reduced.

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Get your tickets today!

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Ages: 15+

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Please note that the class fee is non-refundable. Plan accordingly.

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