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.
Pets are a ton of fun, but they can be a lot of work! This engaging program explores what different types of pets need to be happy and healthy and how these needs compare with our own.
Pets and Caring Kids Story Time with the CT Humane Society
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SQUISHY FRIEND PAINTING
The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children in grades 1-5 to create a Squishmallow-inspired painting on Tuesday, June 24 at 1:00 PM. Paint your own canvas with a cute Squishy design! All materials are supplied. Registration is required and space is limited; call the library at 860-445-0392 to register or go to the link https://tinyurl.com/4v5a8ecy to register online. Registration opens 2 weeks prior to the program.
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.
PLEASE DO NOT RUN AFTER JUNE 24, 2025
Respectfully,
Mary-Jane Carle
Children's Services
The Bill Memorial Library
240 Monument St. Groton, CT 06340
"Squishmallow-Inspired Painting 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!
Teen Kawaii Drawing
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.
Expanding Visions and Hudson Valley Art Association's 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition
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.
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.
Young Artists' Show and Family Day
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.
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.
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.
Minature Art Take & Make for all ages at the Bill Memorial Library
Win gift certificates to area restaurants and shops by participating in Bill Memorial Library’s Summer Reading Program for Adults. From June 21 to August 1, participants will receive a raffle ticket for each completed book review they submit. Book review forms will be available at the library beginning June 21. In addition, participants can earn raffle tickets when they attend a program at the library. Book review forms must be submitted by July 31. A drawing for gift certificates will be held on August 1. Prizes must be picked up in person. For questions, call the library at 860-445-0392.
Summer Reading for Adults
Bill Memorial Library’s Photo Contest
June 21 – August 2
Groton, Conn. – Share a photo of the Bill Memorial Library and it may be used on Facebook, an album on the website, our other social media, and maybe even featured in the Annual Report! Open to all ages, from June 21 to August 2, each participant may submit one photo using the form at
https://www.billmemorial.org/2025-photo-contest. For questions, refer to the complete list of Terms and Conditions at the site above or call the library at 860-445-0392.
The Bill Memorial Library is located at 240 Monument Street in the City of Groton, near the Groton Monument and Fort Griswold. The library turned 130 years old in 2020. In addition to offering programs for patrons of all ages, it holds an extensive collection of books and media for children, teens and adults, including downloadable eBooks, audiobooks, museum passes and discount tickets. Visit our web page at www.BillMemorial.org, find us on Facebook at Bill Memorial Library, or follow us on Instagram @billmemorialgrotonct.
Please do not run after August 2, 2025.
Bill Memorial Photo Contest
On View at the La Grua Center from May 9 – July 2, 2025
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.
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).
“Artists are like modern-day alchemists, transforming diverse materials and emotions into works that are beautiful, innovative and thought-provoking,” said Michael Fanelli.
“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.”
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.
“Artful Alchemy” Exhibition
Elissa Bass has lived in Stonington since 1994. Her debut novel, Happy Hour, is set on Cape Cod but readers will surely spot many Stonington/Westerly area references and details! Join Elissa for a glass of Pinot Grigio and a conversation about how the beautiful area where she lives influenced her novel.
Books will be available for signing and sale.
Suggested donation $5.
Good Stories Well Told: Author Elissa Bass on Her Novel, Happy Hour
Searching for a partner can be horrifically painful. But board games are always awesome. So what if you combined board games and finding a partner?
Picture this: You sit down for a night of games. A gaming concierge walks you through several games over the course of the night. You play classics you love and discover brand new games you've never heard of, playing each with a different group of fun singles. All while in a great establishment with plenty of delicious options on tap. At the end of the night, you give your gaming concierge a list of the folks you met that you'd like to date and a list of those you met that you'd like to just hang out with as friends. If any two people put down the same name as each other in either column, then your gaming concierge will make sure you get each other's e-mail address and you can coordinate a time to hang out.
Best case scenario: You find true love, discover some awesome board games, and make some new friends.
Bad case scenario: You accomplish only one of those three things, which is still pretty great.
Worst case scenario: There will be alcohol.
Space is limited- grab your spot here!
Board Game Speed Dating with Quirk Events
BOBBY CHRISTINA'S CARAVAN PRESENTS: AL STAEHELY & THE CONNECTORS
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25
Show: 7:30p | Doors: 7p
https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/0/25-staehely
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.)
alstaehely.com
Bobby Christina’s Caravan presents Al Staehely & The Connectors featuring Al Staehely, Fran Christina, Cliff Goodwin, Marty Ballou and Bobby Christina.
Al Staehely's roots in the Austin music scene combined with his experience writing and collaborating with artists in Los Angeles (most notably as front man in the psychedelic rock band Spirit) have allowed him to create a sound all his own. Seamlessly blending classic rock, soulful blues with a commanding stage presence, Al is just at home playing intimate solo shows with an acoustic guitar on his knee as he is taking center stage at a rock show. Al's engaging lyrics and creative melodies have peaked the interest of other artists who have recorded his songs- Keith Moon (The Who), Marty Balin (Jefferson Airplane), Peter Cox (Go West), The Nick Gravenites/John Cipollina Band, as well as performers from his own back yard, most recently Houston R&B vocalist Annika Chambers.
BOBBY CHRISTINA'S CARAVAN PRESENTS: AL STAEHELY & THE CONNECTORS
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.
Expanding Visions and Hudson Valley Art Association's 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition
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.
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.
Young Artists' Show and Family Day
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.
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.
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.
Minature Art Take & Make for all ages at the Bill Memorial Library
Win gift certificates to area restaurants and shops by participating in Bill Memorial Library’s Summer Reading Program for Adults. From June 21 to August 1, participants will receive a raffle ticket for each completed book review they submit. Book review forms will be available at the library beginning June 21. In addition, participants can earn raffle tickets when they attend a program at the library. Book review forms must be submitted by July 31. A drawing for gift certificates will be held on August 1. Prizes must be picked up in person. For questions, call the library at 860-445-0392.
Summer Reading for Adults
Bill Memorial Library’s Photo Contest
June 21 – August 2
Groton, Conn. – Share a photo of the Bill Memorial Library and it may be used on Facebook, an album on the website, our other social media, and maybe even featured in the Annual Report! Open to all ages, from June 21 to August 2, each participant may submit one photo using the form at
https://www.billmemorial.org/2025-photo-contest. For questions, refer to the complete list of Terms and Conditions at the site above or call the library at 860-445-0392.
The Bill Memorial Library is located at 240 Monument Street in the City of Groton, near the Groton Monument and Fort Griswold. The library turned 130 years old in 2020. In addition to offering programs for patrons of all ages, it holds an extensive collection of books and media for children, teens and adults, including downloadable eBooks, audiobooks, museum passes and discount tickets. Visit our web page at www.BillMemorial.org, find us on Facebook at Bill Memorial Library, or follow us on Instagram @billmemorialgrotonct.
Please do not run after August 2, 2025.
Bill Memorial Photo Contest
Calling all young scientists! Join us for Science Thursday, an exciting program designed to spark curiosity and creativity in children grades 2-5. Each month, kids will explore cool scientific concepts through interactive, hands-on activities!
What to Expect:
✔ Engaging, kid-friendly science investigations
✔ Creative (and sometimes messy) activities
✔ A chance to explore, discover, and make new friends!
No prior scientific knowledge needed—just bring your curiosity!
Science Thursday
Calling all entrepreneurs! If you’re building a business and have a bold idea that can spark growth, apply to Ledge Light Launch’s first ever pitch competition sponsored by seCTer.
Join us on Thursday, June 26, 2025 , in the taproom, for an exciting Pitch Competition designed to spotlight the region’s most promising businesses. Whether you’re just starting out or already making waves, we want to hear your vision. The winner will receive $7,500, one year membership to the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut, as well as, other prizes to be announced.
Applications are open now and will be accepted until June 16, 2025. Businesses of all stages and sizes are encouraged to apply—from idea-stage startups to seasoned operations.
For more information or to apply to compete, click here.
Ledge Light Launch Pitch Competition Sponsored by SeCTer
Join Michelle from Sips of Saffron in the taproom to create your own custom tea blend!
Come together and blend your own custom creation to take home, along with some goodies that pair perfectly. (You'll have over 30 herbs to choose from)
Workshop includes:
Custom Tea Blending
Tea Steeper
Charm Bar for your tea steeper
Tea Serving Spoon
Complimentary Tea during event
Tea Cheat Sheets & Info Cards
Your first Tox pour!
Purchase your ticket here.
** Please note that this event may take place in our lower level which is only accessible via stairwell***
Steep Society Workshop- A DIY Tea Blending Experience
Tyler Nail
Thursday, June 26
Playing in the Tap Room
Show Time 8pm | Free | 21+
https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/06/26-tylernail
Hailing from Winston-Salem, NC, Tyler Nail is a dynamic Americana songwriter whose work captures the essence of North Carolina’s rich cultural tapestry. His songs deliver vivid stories with colorful clarity. His raspy voice, Appalachian accent, and busy two-finger picking style set his sound apart with notable distinction. Nail’s technique weaves complex guitar melodies seamlessly with his dramatic vocal delivery.
"North Carolina is a Mecca of troubadouring singer-songwriter brilliance... Tyler Nail is undoubtedly a key player in the current chapter of this storied heritage." -Aldora Britain Records
Tyler Nail
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.
Expanding Visions and Hudson Valley Art Association's 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition
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.
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.
Young Artists' Show and Family Day
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.
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.
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.
Minature Art Take & Make for all ages at the Bill Memorial Library
Win gift certificates to area restaurants and shops by participating in Bill Memorial Library’s Summer Reading Program for Adults. From June 21 to August 1, participants will receive a raffle ticket for each completed book review they submit. Book review forms will be available at the library beginning June 21. In addition, participants can earn raffle tickets when they attend a program at the library. Book review forms must be submitted by July 31. A drawing for gift certificates will be held on August 1. Prizes must be picked up in person. For questions, call the library at 860-445-0392.
Summer Reading for Adults
Bill Memorial Library’s Photo Contest
June 21 – August 2
Groton, Conn. – Share a photo of the Bill Memorial Library and it may be used on Facebook, an album on the website, our other social media, and maybe even featured in the Annual Report! Open to all ages, from June 21 to August 2, each participant may submit one photo using the form at
https://www.billmemorial.org/2025-photo-contest. For questions, refer to the complete list of Terms and Conditions at the site above or call the library at 860-445-0392.
The Bill Memorial Library is located at 240 Monument Street in the City of Groton, near the Groton Monument and Fort Griswold. The library turned 130 years old in 2020. In addition to offering programs for patrons of all ages, it holds an extensive collection of books and media for children, teens and adults, including downloadable eBooks, audiobooks, museum passes and discount tickets. Visit our web page at www.BillMemorial.org, find us on Facebook at Bill Memorial Library, or follow us on Instagram @billmemorialgrotonct.
Please do not run after August 2, 2025.
Bill Memorial Photo Contest
The Toast Party is back! Be with friends. Have a ball. Make all the toast. For grades 3-7.
Tween Toast Party
Get ready for an epic musical adventure as Mozart for Munchkins brings the magic of the movies to life! MFM at the Movies is an interactive concert featuring iconic film scores and beloved soundtracks performed live by world-class musicians. From the majestic themes of John Williams (Star Wars, Harry Potter) to the nostalgic joy of The Sound of Music, Looney Tunes, and more, this concert is a celebration of music’s power to tell stories, spark imagination, and bring generations together.
Children and families will march to the Imperial March, wave their wands to Hedwig’s Theme, and jump into the world of video game music, all while experiencing the excitement of live instruments up close. Kids are encouraged to sing along, dance, and interact with the music, making this a truly immersive, engaging, and playful concert experience.
Whether you’re a young Jedi, an aspiring wizard, or a Mario Kart champion, this concert is for anyone who loves music, movies, and adventure!
All ages welcome—costumes encouraged, clapping and singing along highly recommended!
This concert is FREE. Major support for the Concerts on the Green is provided by the Stonington Village Improvement Association (SVIA).
Please read the information at LaGruaCenter.org to understand what policies will be in place for the concert.
Concert on the Green: Mozart for Munchkins ~ At the Movies!
The City of Groton holds concerts on Friday nights throughout the summer in Washington Park. Live music, food trucks and lots of fun - come join us this summer! Take it to the Bridge is a 7-piece group based out of Rhode Island that has all the right stuff to get the party started. Voted Rhode Island Monthly Magazine’s “Best Wedding Live Music” every year since 2019, the band plays everything from classic R&B to the latest pop hits. Each song is performed with a unique, soulful style aimed to get the audience out of their seats and onto the dance floor!
Concerts in the Park - Take it to the Bridge
BABYMETAL has announced a 24-date summer 2025 headlining tour produced byLive Nation that includes a 7:00pm show at Mohegan Sun Arena on Friday, June 27th. Black Veil Brides & Bloodywood will join as support acts.
Tickets and exclusive VIP packages will be available starting with an artist presale today at 1:00pm. The general on sale kicks off Friday, March 21st at 10:00am via Ticketmaster. BABYMETAL fans can also purchase tickets at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning on Saturday, March 22nd, subject to availability.
Over the past Two years, BABYMETAL have released collaborations with Tom Morello, Bloodywood, and, most notably, Electric Callboy with “RATATATA”—a track that quickly amassed hundreds of millions of streams across all platforms. The new collaborations offer a peak into what should be their forthcoming album, following 2023’s THE OTHER ONE, their first concept album.
BABYMETAL with special guests Black Veil Brides & Bloodywood
WARD HAYDEN & THE OUTLIERS
FRIDAY, JUNE 27
Show: 8p | Doors: 7p
Tickets: $20
https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/06/27ward-hayden-the-outliers
($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.)
The story of “Little by Little,” the new album by Ward Hayden & The Outliers, began like so many Bruce Springsteen songs do: in a car with the radio on, hurtling down a highway, headed for distant destinations. But in this instance a voice of sour rhetoric ignited Hayden’s desire to balance the scale with the pursuit of something unifying, constructive, and positive. Unfortunate statements made by a fellow Massachusetts Country artist that directed their audience NOT to listen to Bruce Springsteen kicked off what became a two year recording project that has resulted in an impressive collection of meaningful Springsteen-penned songs that connect us through the acknowledgement, acceptance, and celebration of our hardships and triumphs. Songs the Outliers perform with soul and passion, showcasing the meaningfulness of what unites us, and the ties that bind us together through the perseverance of the enduring human spirit.
An impressive endeavor that was two years in the making, Ward Hayden and The Outliers wound up with a clutch of 16 finished Springsteen songs, all interpreted Outliers-style, that they decided to split down the middle into two separate, yet thematically linked albums. Their respective release dates will coincide with the Outliers always-busy touring schedule so fans will have fresh, new music to latch onto live and on record. “Little by Little” drops first on April 18th, with the second installment, “Piece by Piece” (both titles are gleaned from Springsteen’s lyrics to “Racing In The Street”) due later this year, right around the time the band heads for Europe & Scandinavia.
As any fan of this prolific Massachusetts-born band knows, the music on “Little by Little” is outfitted in the inimitable Outliers’ style. That is, to say, with a marvelously effective, updated dose of Country & Western flavor. All told, the musicianship here is so comfortably tight you could bounce a jukebox quarter off of it. Of course, the sonic package is topped off by the Outliers’ calling card and ace-in-the-hole: Hayden’s emotionally resonant, supremely silken vocals. It’s a voice that, in the span of a verse or a moment, can effortlessly summon the highest of spirits or sink the saddest of hearts. And as if that wasn’t enough to draw listeners in, for “Little by Little,” Hayden even taught himself to play harmonica, which you can hear augment the wistful, twin elegies of “Used Cars” and “Promised Land,” the latter of which is slated to be the album’s first single. Taken together, what the whole shebang sounds and feels like, unmistakably, is nobody but Ward Hayden & the Outliers.
“Well, you can’t out Boss The Boss,” says Hayden, who spent his formative years on the South Shore listening to Springsteen and watching Bruce’s videos on MTV. “We had always felt a little intimidated about trying to tackle his songs because some of them are so iconic. We knew that if we were gonna do them, we had to play them the way we play our music, and that was the first challenge.”
“We chose the songs that meant something to us,” Ward says of the selection process. “A lot of the songs have been the soundtrack to growing up – back when you were hanging out with your friends in the kitchen, songs you’d listen to while driving home from school, or during the course of you just living your life. And with this collection, I felt we were able to say some things that I’ve not been able to say myself yet in my own work, and here we were able to cover some important and meaningful ground that I’ve been wanting to cover.”
Ward Hayden & The Outliers
On Saturday, June 28th, Noah’s Closet is having a $10 Stuff A Bag Sale AND 50% Off Everything in the Shop Sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Noah’s Closet sells gently used children’s clothing (newborn to size 10) shoes, coats, toys and baby equipment. Noah’s Closet is located at 1746 Boston Turnpike in Coventry. For more information call Saturday morning, 860-742-1616. Like our page on Facebook. Or, visit https://secondchurchcoventryucc.org/noah-s-closet.
Noah's Closet $10 Bag Sale 9-1 on Sat., 6/28
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.
Expanding Visions and Hudson Valley Art Association's 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition
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.
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.
Young Artists' Show and Family Day
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.
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.
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.
Minature Art Take & Make for all ages at the Bill Memorial Library
Win gift certificates to area restaurants and shops by participating in Bill Memorial Library’s Summer Reading Program for Adults. From June 21 to August 1, participants will receive a raffle ticket for each completed book review they submit. Book review forms will be available at the library beginning June 21. In addition, participants can earn raffle tickets when they attend a program at the library. Book review forms must be submitted by July 31. A drawing for gift certificates will be held on August 1. Prizes must be picked up in person. For questions, call the library at 860-445-0392.
Summer Reading for Adults
Bill Memorial Library’s Photo Contest
June 21 – August 2
Groton, Conn. – Share a photo of the Bill Memorial Library and it may be used on Facebook, an album on the website, our other social media, and maybe even featured in the Annual Report! Open to all ages, from June 21 to August 2, each participant may submit one photo using the form at
https://www.billmemorial.org/2025-photo-contest. For questions, refer to the complete list of Terms and Conditions at the site above or call the library at 860-445-0392.
The Bill Memorial Library is located at 240 Monument Street in the City of Groton, near the Groton Monument and Fort Griswold. The library turned 130 years old in 2020. In addition to offering programs for patrons of all ages, it holds an extensive collection of books and media for children, teens and adults, including downloadable eBooks, audiobooks, museum passes and discount tickets. Visit our web page at www.BillMemorial.org, find us on Facebook at Bill Memorial Library, or follow us on Instagram @billmemorialgrotonct.
Please do not run after August 2, 2025.
Bill Memorial Photo Contest
Hop aboard the Thames River Heritage Park's open-air, navy utility boat to experience the Thames River and discover the Park's 20+ heritage sites in both New London and Groton.
The Harbor Cruise starts at Fort Trumbull State Park, skips over to City Pier in Downtown New London, cruises across the river to Thames Landing in Groton and back around to Fort Trumbull.
Personalize your trip around visiting heritage sites, state parks, restaurants, or shopping! Well-behaved dogs and bicycles are welcomed on board.
Departure Sites:
- Fort Trumbull State Park in New London on the hour
- City Pier, New London 20 minutes after the hour
- Thames River Landing in Groton 40 minutes after the hour
Harbor Cruise Info:
- Your ticket is an All-Day Pass! Hop-on and off at your leisure at any landing site, as many times as you would like
- OR Sit back and relax to enjoy the one-hour loop
- Each cruise between sites is 15-minutes long
- Book online or in-person | Children 3 and under ride FREE
- Saturday & Sunday through September 7th | 11:00AM – 6:00PM
Hop On, Hop Off Harbor Cruise on the Thames River
Historic Stonington is excited to celebrate the 26th anniversary of our Cannon Ball Gala! Our theme, "Let's Misbehave," celebrates the roaring 20s, a time in history famous for its architecture, music, fashion, economic prosperity, and optimism.
In the words of the legendary Cole Porter, Let's Misbehave!
Cocktails & Hors D'oeuvres on the cove at 5:00 PM
Dinner & Live Auction Under the Tent at 6:00 PM
Dancing Under the Tent at 8:00 PM Featuring live music by Big Lux & the All Star Band
To purchase tickets, bid on auction items, or make a donation, please visit Cannonball2025.givesmart.com or scan the QR code.
Historic Stonington's 26th Annual Cannon Ball
Spark Makerspace is turning 10!
Join us for an enchanting evening celebrating a decade of making!
Saturday, June 28, 2025
7 PM to 10 PM
an evening filled with magic, artistry, and community spirit
Theme & Attire: A Midsummer Night’s Dream – Let your imagination run wild! We encourage guests to dress in costume inspired by the whimsical and mystical world of Shakespeare’s beloved play. Whether you’re a fairy, a flower, or a donkey, you are bound to have a good time!
A Night of Delight Awaits:
Food & Drink: Delicious tapas and delectable desserts with a cash bar run by the Garde.
Live Entertainment: Immerse yourself in music and theatrical performances.
- The Musical Talents of Alpacha Lunch
- Performances by FLOCK Theatre
Maker & Art Silent Auction: Bid on a diverse showcase of creativity, each made with care by our Spark artists and makers.
Norwich Camera Company will be producing “Mini” tintype. Each plate will have 2 images and will be cut in half. We are able to fit 2 people on one side of the plate making it perfect for couples. All plates will be ready for pickup a week following the event at Spark.
Each exposure will be $60. $15 of each booking will go directly to Spark Makerspace.
Tin Types- Created in 1850, tin types were considered the first widely available photographic process to the public. It was the standard process until the 1880s.
Spaces are limited and will sell out.
Midsummer Night’s Gala
An open mic will begin the evening, followed by a performance by Jennifer Munro. Recipient of the National Storytelling Network’s Circle of Excellence Award, Jennifer Munro tells original stories about rogues and heroes that resonate with the frailty and courage of the human condition. She also puts modern spins on ancient tales, often combining them with personal experience. She has produced three award-winning CDs and a collection of short stories, Aunty Lily and other Delightfully Perverse Stories, also an award winner. Jennifer has performed at the National Festival and the Timpanogos Festival. Her most recent project, a tour-deforce performance of Charles Dickens’s A Christmas Carol, has been hailed by critics as “dazzling and spellbinding”.
Space is limited. To reserve your seat: ctstorytelling234@gmail.com
Story Sharing & Featured Teller, Jennifer Munro
STELLAR CELLAR
WITH OPENER JEREMIAH HAZED
Show: 8p | Doors: 7p
Tickets: $15
https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/06/28-stellarcellar
($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.)
Stellar Cellar was formed in the Summer of 2021 when Shawn Brisson, Aaron Lionetti and Lee Harrison got together for a jam session and had discovered a natural chemistry that unearthed a mysteriously new sound that they couldn’t quite define. With a collective artistic vision and a blend of creative freedoms, the trio began working on all new original material that would consistently break down genre defining barriers and create a sound of their own. After a few years of woodshedding and testing the songs in a live setting on the local circuit, the band decided to add longtime friend and musician Blake Smith to solidify and round out the lineup of a modern rock quartet. The band began playing local clubs and bars around their hometown of Westerly, RI and recorded their debut album Humanoid at Redbone Studio in the Winter of 2024. With a new twist on an ancient art form, Stellar Cellar hopes you enjoy a refreshing taste of a new brand of music!
Jeremiah Hazed
Originating out of the Northeast farming town of Salem, Ct. Starting off simply as a few local musicians burning off some mid-week work angst at the local open mic, quickly turned to a cohesive element. Though often categorized as a “Jam” band, Jeremiah Hazed draws from many musical styles & influences while writing powerful original music.
STELLAR CELLAR WITH OPENER JEREMIAH HAZED
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.
Expanding Visions and Hudson Valley Art Association's 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition
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.
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.
Young Artists' Show and Family Day
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
Win gift certificates to area restaurants and shops by participating in Bill Memorial Library’s Summer Reading Program for Adults. From June 21 to August 1, participants will receive a raffle ticket for each completed book review they submit. Book review forms will be available at the library beginning June 21. In addition, participants can earn raffle tickets when they attend a program at the library. Book review forms must be submitted by July 31. A drawing for gift certificates will be held on August 1. Prizes must be picked up in person. For questions, call the library at 860-445-0392.
Summer Reading for Adults
Bill Memorial Library’s Photo Contest
June 21 – August 2
Groton, Conn. – Share a photo of the Bill Memorial Library and it may be used on Facebook, an album on the website, our other social media, and maybe even featured in the Annual Report! Open to all ages, from June 21 to August 2, each participant may submit one photo using the form at
https://www.billmemorial.org/2025-photo-contest. For questions, refer to the complete list of Terms and Conditions at the site above or call the library at 860-445-0392.
The Bill Memorial Library is located at 240 Monument Street in the City of Groton, near the Groton Monument and Fort Griswold. The library turned 130 years old in 2020. In addition to offering programs for patrons of all ages, it holds an extensive collection of books and media for children, teens and adults, including downloadable eBooks, audiobooks, museum passes and discount tickets. Visit our web page at www.BillMemorial.org, find us on Facebook at Bill Memorial Library, or follow us on Instagram @billmemorialgrotonct.
Please do not run after August 2, 2025.
Bill Memorial Photo Contest
Hop aboard the Thames River Heritage Park's open-air, navy utility boat to experience the Thames River and discover the Park's 20+ heritage sites in both New London and Groton.
The Harbor Cruise starts at Fort Trumbull State Park, skips over to City Pier in Downtown New London, cruises across the river to Thames Landing in Groton and back around to Fort Trumbull.
Personalize your trip around visiting heritage sites, state parks, restaurants, or shopping! Well-behaved dogs and bicycles are welcomed on board.
Departure Sites:
- Fort Trumbull State Park in New London on the hour
- City Pier, New London 20 minutes after the hour
- Thames River Landing in Groton 40 minutes after the hour
Harbor Cruise Info:
- Your ticket is an All-Day Pass! Hop-on and off at your leisure at any landing site, as many times as you would like
- OR Sit back and relax to enjoy the one-hour loop
- Each cruise between sites is 15-minutes long
- Book online or in-person | Children 3 and under ride FREE
- Saturday & Sunday through September 7th | 11:00AM – 6:00PM
Hop On, Hop Off Harbor Cruise on the Thames River
Join NM Sweets for Cookie Decorating in the taproom!
Whether you're a seasoned decorator or a beginner, this event is perfect for all skill levels. Ticket includes one beverage from the Tox Brewing Company Tap Room or Coffee Shop as well as 5 cute patriotic themed cookies and royal icing to decorate. Impress your friends and bring these cookies to any 4th of July celebration!
Don't miss out on this fun and tasty experience! Grab your friends and family and make some sweet memories together.
Purchase your ticket here!
Patriotic Cookie Decorating with NM Sweets
On View at the La Grua Center from May 9 – July 2, 2025
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.
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).
“Artists are like modern-day alchemists, transforming diverse materials and emotions into works that are beautiful, innovative and thought-provoking,” said Michael Fanelli.
“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.”
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.
“Artful Alchemy” Exhibition
Join us for Mitchfest, an unforgettable day of music and community at the Hygienic Art Park, honoring the late great Mitch! This all-star lineup brings together powerhouse talent for one epic afternoon and evening of amazing music.
Headlining the event:
Curtis Salgado – Legendary soul singer, harmonica master, and true force of nature on stage.
Bobby Christina’s Caravan Presents:
A Tribute to Matt “Guitar” Murphy featuring:
The First Lady of Blues Toni Lynn Washington
The Beehive Queen Christine Ohlman
Texas guitar slinger Willie J. Laws
Dual drummers Fran and Bob Christina
The one and only Johnny Blue Horn (he needed the money!)
Al Staehley Band
Johnny and the East Coast Rockers
Roy McLean
Hosted by the incomparable Ali Kaufman!
Bring your friends, grab a drink, and soak in the summer sounds. This is one you don’t want to miss.
Mitchfest
This sacred art workshop will introduce and teach student the basic technique of traditional glass painting used in stained glass. The theme and design maquette will be provided by the instructor, your own idea design is welcome and eventually adjust with time frame, difficulty, and your ability. Upon choosing the design, students will cut glass, learn how to mix and apply glass pigment trough a specific process, how to fire the paint and use silver stain. Each participant will create a small artwork to take home at the end of this one-week workshop.
This week-long workshop’s studio time lasts five consecutive days. Check in begins Sunday night at 4:30. Dinner is served at 5:30 pm for students and instructors. Dinner is followed by a workshop introduction and conference, which ends at 9:00 pm. Hands-on instruction begins early Monday morning. The entire workshop ends Friday at 1 PM.
About the instructor: Fabio Pizzol is the owner and creative director of Studio Pizzol of Missaglia (LC) Italy, and Studio Pizzol Art Glass, LLC of Connecticut. Studio Pizzol creates masterworks of Stained Glass and Mosaic from initial concept to final installation. The Studio provides consultancy and surveys, restoration and works independently or in collaboration with Churches, architects, artists, and private clients. He officially joined Studio Pizzol in 1990, following a lifetime of apprenticeship to his father, the Maestro Sante Pizzol.
He attended the prestigious School of Applied Arts at the Castello Sforzesco, Milan, Italy, where he received a Medal of Merit in his discipline of Painting upon graduation. In accompaniment to his core studies at the Castello, he has also attended various courses in diverse disciplines of glass art throughout Europe.
By 2003 Fabio was an Artist in Residence as well as Instructor at the Royal Academy of Glass in La Granja, Spain. His work during that time is part of the permanent exhibit at the Academy’s museum. He was awarded first prize in the “Glass Floating Object” competition held in Amsterdam during the XXXII Conference of the Glass Art Society (USA). Fabio was also the recipient of a grant from the Italian Government in 2007 as a noted Emerging Young Artist. He works predominantly from his studios in northern Italy and Connecticut and has participated in exhibits internationally. An accredited Erasmus Master of Apprenticeships, Fabio mentors art glass apprentices on-site in his studio. He also teaches at various prestigious art glass schools throughout Europe and around the globe.
For more information about St. Edmund's Sacred Art Institute:
Website: https://endersisland.org/sacred-art
Email: sacredart@endersisland.org
Phone: 860-536-0565
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/St-Edmunds-Sacred-Art-Institute/61555944520588/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sacredartinstitute/
Painting on Stained Glass: A Sacred Art Workshop
The most popular hit songs of the 80s and 90s
GIRLS NIGHT: THE MUSICAL has been thrilling audiences and earning raves from critics throughout North America since it began touring after its sensational Off-Broadway debut. This touching and hilarious ‘tell-it-like-it-is’ musical takes audiences on a journey into the lives of a group of female friends.
Audience members can’t help but laugh, cry and even find themselves singing and dancing in the aisles as some of the most popular hit songs of the 80s and 90s make this musical a fan favorite!
Follow five friends as they visit their past, celebrate their present, and look to the future on a wild and hilarious night out … and you’ll recognize a bit yourselves in every one of them!
It is described as “Desperate Housewives meets Mamma Mia” (Applause Magazine), “A boisterous, bust-out, bawdy musical revue” (Wisconsin State Journal), “An infectious, exhilarating sense of intoxication (Hollywood Reporter) and “As funny and outrageous as Sex and the City!” (The Advocate).
GIRLS NIGHT is bursting with energy and is packed with hits “Lady Marmalade,” “It’s Raining Men,” “Man I Feel Like A Woman,” “I Will Survive,” “We are Family” and many more.
Girls Night: The Musical
Bird & Augur
Sunday, June 29
Playing in the Tap Room
Show Time 8pm | Free | 21+
https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/06/29-birdaugur
Bird & Augur is a Rhode Island–based anticapitalist folk duo inspired by the traditions of solidarity and resistance that shape labor songs, protest anthems, and folk music globally. With rich harmonies, intricate fingerpicking, and heartfelt storytelling, Bo Fage (they/them, guitar) and James Cappelletti (he/him, banjo) lend their voices to an ongoing reckoning with systems of violence and control. Their music invites listeners to build community, and to attend to the signs, the stories, and the unfolding future that still responds to care and intention.
Bird & Augur
This sacred art workshop will introduce and teach student the basic technique of traditional glass painting used in stained glass. The theme and design maquette will be provided by the instructor, your own idea design is welcome and eventually adjust with time frame, difficulty, and your ability. Upon choosing the design, students will cut glass, learn how to mix and apply glass pigment trough a specific process, how to fire the paint and use silver stain. Each participant will create a small artwork to take home at the end of this one-week workshop.
This week-long workshop’s studio time lasts five consecutive days. Check in begins Sunday night at 4:30. Dinner is served at 5:30 pm for students and instructors. Dinner is followed by a workshop introduction and conference, which ends at 9:00 pm. Hands-on instruction begins early Monday morning. The entire workshop ends Friday at 1 PM.
About the instructor: Fabio Pizzol is the owner and creative director of Studio Pizzol of Missaglia (LC) Italy, and Studio Pizzol Art Glass, LLC of Connecticut. Studio Pizzol creates masterworks of Stained Glass and Mosaic from initial concept to final installation. The Studio provides consultancy and surveys, restoration and works independently or in collaboration with Churches, architects, artists, and private clients. He officially joined Studio Pizzol in 1990, following a lifetime of apprenticeship to his father, the Maestro Sante Pizzol.
He attended the prestigious School of Applied Arts at the Castello Sforzesco, Milan, Italy, where he received a Medal of Merit in his discipline of Painting upon graduation. In accompaniment to his core studies at the Castello, he has also attended various courses in diverse disciplines of glass art throughout Europe.
By 2003 Fabio was an Artist in Residence as well as Instructor at the Royal Academy of Glass in La Granja, Spain. His work during that time is part of the permanent exhibit at the Academy’s museum. He was awarded first prize in the “Glass Floating Object” competition held in Amsterdam during the XXXII Conference of the Glass Art Society (USA). Fabio was also the recipient of a grant from the Italian Government in 2007 as a noted Emerging Young Artist. He works predominantly from his studios in northern Italy and Connecticut and has participated in exhibits internationally. An accredited Erasmus Master of Apprenticeships, Fabio mentors art glass apprentices on-site in his studio. He also teaches at various prestigious art glass schools throughout Europe and around the globe.
For more information about St. Edmund's Sacred Art Institute:
Website: https://endersisland.org/sacred-art
Email: sacredart@endersisland.org
Phone: 860-536-0565
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/St-Edmunds-Sacred-Art-Institute/61555944520588/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sacredartinstitute/
Painting on Stained Glass: A Sacred Art Workshop
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.
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.
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.
Minature Art Take & Make for all ages at the Bill Memorial Library
Win gift certificates to area restaurants and shops by participating in Bill Memorial Library’s Summer Reading Program for Adults. From June 21 to August 1, participants will receive a raffle ticket for each completed book review they submit. Book review forms will be available at the library beginning June 21. In addition, participants can earn raffle tickets when they attend a program at the library. Book review forms must be submitted by July 31. A drawing for gift certificates will be held on August 1. Prizes must be picked up in person. For questions, call the library at 860-445-0392.
Summer Reading for Adults
Bill Memorial Library’s Photo Contest
June 21 – August 2
Groton, Conn. – Share a photo of the Bill Memorial Library and it may be used on Facebook, an album on the website, our other social media, and maybe even featured in the Annual Report! Open to all ages, from June 21 to August 2, each participant may submit one photo using the form at
https://www.billmemorial.org/2025-photo-contest. For questions, refer to the complete list of Terms and Conditions at the site above or call the library at 860-445-0392.
The Bill Memorial Library is located at 240 Monument Street in the City of Groton, near the Groton Monument and Fort Griswold. The library turned 130 years old in 2020. In addition to offering programs for patrons of all ages, it holds an extensive collection of books and media for children, teens and adults, including downloadable eBooks, audiobooks, museum passes and discount tickets. Visit our web page at www.BillMemorial.org, find us on Facebook at Bill Memorial Library, or follow us on Instagram @billmemorialgrotonct.
Please do not run after August 2, 2025.
Bill Memorial Photo Contest
SUMMER TIME STORY TIME!
The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children to our Summer Time 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 June 30, 2025 through August 11. Story Time features stories, songs with live music, and finger plays in the Reference Room, with sessions moving outside when weather permits. 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.
PLEASE DO NOT RUN AFTER AUGUST 9 2025.
Summer Story Time @ The Bill Memorial Library
This sacred art workshop will introduce and teach student the basic technique of traditional glass painting used in stained glass. The theme and design maquette will be provided by the instructor, your own idea design is welcome and eventually adjust with time frame, difficulty, and your ability. Upon choosing the design, students will cut glass, learn how to mix and apply glass pigment trough a specific process, how to fire the paint and use silver stain. Each participant will create a small artwork to take home at the end of this one-week workshop.
This week-long workshop’s studio time lasts five consecutive days. Check in begins Sunday night at 4:30. Dinner is served at 5:30 pm for students and instructors. Dinner is followed by a workshop introduction and conference, which ends at 9:00 pm. Hands-on instruction begins early Monday morning. The entire workshop ends Friday at 1 PM.
About the instructor: Fabio Pizzol is the owner and creative director of Studio Pizzol of Missaglia (LC) Italy, and Studio Pizzol Art Glass, LLC of Connecticut. Studio Pizzol creates masterworks of Stained Glass and Mosaic from initial concept to final installation. The Studio provides consultancy and surveys, restoration and works independently or in collaboration with Churches, architects, artists, and private clients. He officially joined Studio Pizzol in 1990, following a lifetime of apprenticeship to his father, the Maestro Sante Pizzol.
He attended the prestigious School of Applied Arts at the Castello Sforzesco, Milan, Italy, where he received a Medal of Merit in his discipline of Painting upon graduation. In accompaniment to his core studies at the Castello, he has also attended various courses in diverse disciplines of glass art throughout Europe.
By 2003 Fabio was an Artist in Residence as well as Instructor at the Royal Academy of Glass in La Granja, Spain. His work during that time is part of the permanent exhibit at the Academy’s museum. He was awarded first prize in the “Glass Floating Object” competition held in Amsterdam during the XXXII Conference of the Glass Art Society (USA). Fabio was also the recipient of a grant from the Italian Government in 2007 as a noted Emerging Young Artist. He works predominantly from his studios in northern Italy and Connecticut and has participated in exhibits internationally. An accredited Erasmus Master of Apprenticeships, Fabio mentors art glass apprentices on-site in his studio. He also teaches at various prestigious art glass schools throughout Europe and around the globe.
For more information about St. Edmund's Sacred Art Institute:
Website: https://endersisland.org/sacred-art
Email: sacredart@endersisland.org
Phone: 860-536-0565
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/St-Edmunds-Sacred-Art-Institute/61555944520588/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sacredartinstitute/
Painting on Stained Glass: A Sacred Art Workshop
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.
Expanding Visions and Hudson Valley Art Association's 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition
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.
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.
Young Artists' Show and Family Day
Win gift certificates to area restaurants and shops by participating in Bill Memorial Library’s Summer Reading Program for Adults. From June 21 to August 1, participants will receive a raffle ticket for each completed book review they submit. Book review forms will be available at the library beginning June 21. In addition, participants can earn raffle tickets when they attend a program at the library. Book review forms must be submitted by July 31. A drawing for gift certificates will be held on August 1. Prizes must be picked up in person. For questions, call the library at 860-445-0392.
Summer Reading for Adults
Bill Memorial Library’s Photo Contest
June 21 – August 2
Groton, Conn. – Share a photo of the Bill Memorial Library and it may be used on Facebook, an album on the website, our other social media, and maybe even featured in the Annual Report! Open to all ages, from June 21 to August 2, each participant may submit one photo using the form at
https://www.billmemorial.org/2025-photo-contest. For questions, refer to the complete list of Terms and Conditions at the site above or call the library at 860-445-0392.
The Bill Memorial Library is located at 240 Monument Street in the City of Groton, near the Groton Monument and Fort Griswold. The library turned 130 years old in 2020. In addition to offering programs for patrons of all ages, it holds an extensive collection of books and media for children, teens and adults, including downloadable eBooks, audiobooks, museum passes and discount tickets. Visit our web page at www.BillMemorial.org, find us on Facebook at Bill Memorial Library, or follow us on Instagram @billmemorialgrotonct.
Please do not run after August 2, 2025.
Bill Memorial Photo Contest
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 July 1, 2025 through August 12, 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.
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.
Summer Music & Movement @ The Bill Memorial Library
DPNC PRESENTS CREATURE CAMOUFLAGE @ The Bill Memorial Library
The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children in grades 1 through 5 to our Creature Camouflage program on Tuesday, July 1 at 1:00 PM. During this special presentation by the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center, kids will meet animal ambassadors and learn how they use unique colors and patterns to camouflage for survival. Explore different types of camouflage and discover why hiding in plain sight is such an important adaptation.
No registration is required. For more information please call the library at 860-445-0392.
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.
Creature Camouflage presented by Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center @ 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
Join us for a fun, relaxed story time where we showcase some of the new picture books we’ve gotten in for the month!
New Book Story Time
This sacred art workshop will introduce and teach student the basic technique of traditional glass painting used in stained glass. The theme and design maquette will be provided by the instructor, your own idea design is welcome and eventually adjust with time frame, difficulty, and your ability. Upon choosing the design, students will cut glass, learn how to mix and apply glass pigment trough a specific process, how to fire the paint and use silver stain. Each participant will create a small artwork to take home at the end of this one-week workshop.
This week-long workshop’s studio time lasts five consecutive days. Check in begins Sunday night at 4:30. Dinner is served at 5:30 pm for students and instructors. Dinner is followed by a workshop introduction and conference, which ends at 9:00 pm. Hands-on instruction begins early Monday morning. The entire workshop ends Friday at 1 PM.
About the instructor: Fabio Pizzol is the owner and creative director of Studio Pizzol of Missaglia (LC) Italy, and Studio Pizzol Art Glass, LLC of Connecticut. Studio Pizzol creates masterworks of Stained Glass and Mosaic from initial concept to final installation. The Studio provides consultancy and surveys, restoration and works independently or in collaboration with Churches, architects, artists, and private clients. He officially joined Studio Pizzol in 1990, following a lifetime of apprenticeship to his father, the Maestro Sante Pizzol.
He attended the prestigious School of Applied Arts at the Castello Sforzesco, Milan, Italy, where he received a Medal of Merit in his discipline of Painting upon graduation. In accompaniment to his core studies at the Castello, he has also attended various courses in diverse disciplines of glass art throughout Europe.
By 2003 Fabio was an Artist in Residence as well as Instructor at the Royal Academy of Glass in La Granja, Spain. His work during that time is part of the permanent exhibit at the Academy’s museum. He was awarded first prize in the “Glass Floating Object” competition held in Amsterdam during the XXXII Conference of the Glass Art Society (USA). Fabio was also the recipient of a grant from the Italian Government in 2007 as a noted Emerging Young Artist. He works predominantly from his studios in northern Italy and Connecticut and has participated in exhibits internationally. An accredited Erasmus Master of Apprenticeships, Fabio mentors art glass apprentices on-site in his studio. He also teaches at various prestigious art glass schools throughout Europe and around the globe.
For more information about St. Edmund's Sacred Art Institute:
Website: https://endersisland.org/sacred-art
Email: sacredart@endersisland.org
Phone: 860-536-0565
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/St-Edmunds-Sacred-Art-Institute/61555944520588/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sacredartinstitute/
Painting on Stained Glass: A Sacred Art Workshop
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.
Expanding Visions and Hudson Valley Art Association's 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition
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.
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.
Young Artists' Show and Family Day
Win gift certificates to area restaurants and shops by participating in Bill Memorial Library’s Summer Reading Program for Adults. From June 21 to August 1, participants will receive a raffle ticket for each completed book review they submit. Book review forms will be available at the library beginning June 21. In addition, participants can earn raffle tickets when they attend a program at the library. Book review forms must be submitted by July 31. A drawing for gift certificates will be held on August 1. Prizes must be picked up in person. For questions, call the library at 860-445-0392.
Summer Reading for Adults
Bill Memorial Library’s Photo Contest
June 21 – August 2
Groton, Conn. – Share a photo of the Bill Memorial Library and it may be used on Facebook, an album on the website, our other social media, and maybe even featured in the Annual Report! Open to all ages, from June 21 to August 2, each participant may submit one photo using the form at
https://www.billmemorial.org/2025-photo-contest. For questions, refer to the complete list of Terms and Conditions at the site above or call the library at 860-445-0392.
The Bill Memorial Library is located at 240 Monument Street in the City of Groton, near the Groton Monument and Fort Griswold. The library turned 130 years old in 2020. In addition to offering programs for patrons of all ages, it holds an extensive collection of books and media for children, teens and adults, including downloadable eBooks, audiobooks, museum passes and discount tickets. Visit our web page at www.BillMemorial.org, find us on Facebook at Bill Memorial Library, or follow us on Instagram @billmemorialgrotonct.
Please do not run after August 2, 2025.
Bill Memorial Photo Contest
On View at the La Grua Center from May 9 – July 2, 2025
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.
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).
“Artists are like modern-day alchemists, transforming diverse materials and emotions into works that are beautiful, innovative and thought-provoking,” said Michael Fanelli.
“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.”
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.
“Artful Alchemy” Exhibition
Whether you’re a sushi newbie or a seasoned pro, this hands-on class is perfect for anyone looking to roll up their sleeves and dive into the art of sushi.
The 2-hour experience includes:
– Step-by-step instructions on how to make sushi
– All the ingredients and tools to create your sushi masterpieces
– Personal time with the chef
– Entertainment and engagement for all
– Tips on presentation and Instagram-worthy sushi
– Sauces and garnished for your sushi
– Fresh and quality Ingredients
– 1st Glass of Beer
This class is perfect for sushi beginners and enthusiasts! No experience necessary!
Come solo, bring a friend, or make it a date night—everyone’s welcome! Reserve your spot today and get ready to roll!
*Please note that this workshop may be held in our downstairs event space which requires entrance via a flight of stairs*
Sushi-Making Class with The Sushi Class
THE CARTELLS
WEDNESDAY, July 2
Offering Free Dance Lessons (starting at 7p)
Jazz/Swing/Motown/R&B/Rock n Roll
Music: 7:-10p | Doors: 7p
https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/07/05-the-cartells
Tickets: $15 ($3 Service Charge Included With Online Tickets. All sales are final, no ticket refunds or exchanges.)
THE CARTELLS
This sacred art workshop will introduce and teach student the basic technique of traditional glass painting used in stained glass. The theme and design maquette will be provided by the instructor, your own idea design is welcome and eventually adjust with time frame, difficulty, and your ability. Upon choosing the design, students will cut glass, learn how to mix and apply glass pigment trough a specific process, how to fire the paint and use silver stain. Each participant will create a small artwork to take home at the end of this one-week workshop.
This week-long workshop’s studio time lasts five consecutive days. Check in begins Sunday night at 4:30. Dinner is served at 5:30 pm for students and instructors. Dinner is followed by a workshop introduction and conference, which ends at 9:00 pm. Hands-on instruction begins early Monday morning. The entire workshop ends Friday at 1 PM.
About the instructor: Fabio Pizzol is the owner and creative director of Studio Pizzol of Missaglia (LC) Italy, and Studio Pizzol Art Glass, LLC of Connecticut. Studio Pizzol creates masterworks of Stained Glass and Mosaic from initial concept to final installation. The Studio provides consultancy and surveys, restoration and works independently or in collaboration with Churches, architects, artists, and private clients. He officially joined Studio Pizzol in 1990, following a lifetime of apprenticeship to his father, the Maestro Sante Pizzol.
He attended the prestigious School of Applied Arts at the Castello Sforzesco, Milan, Italy, where he received a Medal of Merit in his discipline of Painting upon graduation. In accompaniment to his core studies at the Castello, he has also attended various courses in diverse disciplines of glass art throughout Europe.
By 2003 Fabio was an Artist in Residence as well as Instructor at the Royal Academy of Glass in La Granja, Spain. His work during that time is part of the permanent exhibit at the Academy’s museum. He was awarded first prize in the “Glass Floating Object” competition held in Amsterdam during the XXXII Conference of the Glass Art Society (USA). Fabio was also the recipient of a grant from the Italian Government in 2007 as a noted Emerging Young Artist. He works predominantly from his studios in northern Italy and Connecticut and has participated in exhibits internationally. An accredited Erasmus Master of Apprenticeships, Fabio mentors art glass apprentices on-site in his studio. He also teaches at various prestigious art glass schools throughout Europe and around the globe.
For more information about St. Edmund's Sacred Art Institute:
Website: https://endersisland.org/sacred-art
Email: sacredart@endersisland.org
Phone: 860-536-0565
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/St-Edmunds-Sacred-Art-Institute/61555944520588/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sacredartinstitute/
Painting on Stained Glass: A Sacred Art Workshop
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.
Expanding Visions and Hudson Valley Art Association's 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition
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.
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.
Young Artists' Show and Family Day
Win gift certificates to area restaurants and shops by participating in Bill Memorial Library’s Summer Reading Program for Adults. From June 21 to August 1, participants will receive a raffle ticket for each completed book review they submit. Book review forms will be available at the library beginning June 21. In addition, participants can earn raffle tickets when they attend a program at the library. Book review forms must be submitted by July 31. A drawing for gift certificates will be held on August 1. Prizes must be picked up in person. For questions, call the library at 860-445-0392.
Summer Reading for Adults
Bill Memorial Library’s Photo Contest
June 21 – August 2
Groton, Conn. – Share a photo of the Bill Memorial Library and it may be used on Facebook, an album on the website, our other social media, and maybe even featured in the Annual Report! Open to all ages, from June 21 to August 2, each participant may submit one photo using the form at
https://www.billmemorial.org/2025-photo-contest. For questions, refer to the complete list of Terms and Conditions at the site above or call the library at 860-445-0392.
The Bill Memorial Library is located at 240 Monument Street in the City of Groton, near the Groton Monument and Fort Griswold. The library turned 130 years old in 2020. In addition to offering programs for patrons of all ages, it holds an extensive collection of books and media for children, teens and adults, including downloadable eBooks, audiobooks, museum passes and discount tickets. Visit our web page at www.BillMemorial.org, find us on Facebook at Bill Memorial Library, or follow us on Instagram @billmemorialgrotonct.
Please do not run after August 2, 2025.
Bill Memorial Photo Contest
LINCOLN SCHOFIELD
THURSDAY, JULY 3
PLAYING IN THE TAP ROOM
Show Time 8pm | Free | 21+
https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/07/03-lincolnschofield
Lincoln Schofield: Award winning singer/songwriter playing original story songs grounded in American roots music and spanning lifetimes in Key West, New York and Nashville with sonic ranges from island and nautical culture to outlaw country and bluegrass pickin’ to the straight ahead rock 'n roll and hippie folk songs that Lincoln’s style was born out of.
LINCOLN SCHOFIELD
This sacred art workshop will introduce and teach student the basic technique of traditional glass painting used in stained glass. The theme and design maquette will be provided by the instructor, your own idea design is welcome and eventually adjust with time frame, difficulty, and your ability. Upon choosing the design, students will cut glass, learn how to mix and apply glass pigment trough a specific process, how to fire the paint and use silver stain. Each participant will create a small artwork to take home at the end of this one-week workshop.
This week-long workshop’s studio time lasts five consecutive days. Check in begins Sunday night at 4:30. Dinner is served at 5:30 pm for students and instructors. Dinner is followed by a workshop introduction and conference, which ends at 9:00 pm. Hands-on instruction begins early Monday morning. The entire workshop ends Friday at 1 PM.
About the instructor: Fabio Pizzol is the owner and creative director of Studio Pizzol of Missaglia (LC) Italy, and Studio Pizzol Art Glass, LLC of Connecticut. Studio Pizzol creates masterworks of Stained Glass and Mosaic from initial concept to final installation. The Studio provides consultancy and surveys, restoration and works independently or in collaboration with Churches, architects, artists, and private clients. He officially joined Studio Pizzol in 1990, following a lifetime of apprenticeship to his father, the Maestro Sante Pizzol.
He attended the prestigious School of Applied Arts at the Castello Sforzesco, Milan, Italy, where he received a Medal of Merit in his discipline of Painting upon graduation. In accompaniment to his core studies at the Castello, he has also attended various courses in diverse disciplines of glass art throughout Europe.
By 2003 Fabio was an Artist in Residence as well as Instructor at the Royal Academy of Glass in La Granja, Spain. His work during that time is part of the permanent exhibit at the Academy’s museum. He was awarded first prize in the “Glass Floating Object” competition held in Amsterdam during the XXXII Conference of the Glass Art Society (USA). Fabio was also the recipient of a grant from the Italian Government in 2007 as a noted Emerging Young Artist. He works predominantly from his studios in northern Italy and Connecticut and has participated in exhibits internationally. An accredited Erasmus Master of Apprenticeships, Fabio mentors art glass apprentices on-site in his studio. He also teaches at various prestigious art glass schools throughout Europe and around the globe.
For more information about St. Edmund's Sacred Art Institute:
Website: https://endersisland.org/sacred-art
Email: sacredart@endersisland.org
Phone: 860-536-0565
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/St-Edmunds-Sacred-Art-Institute/61555944520588/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sacredartinstitute/
Painting on Stained Glass: A Sacred Art Workshop
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.
Expanding Visions and Hudson Valley Art Association's 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition
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.
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.
Young Artists' Show and Family Day
Win gift certificates to area restaurants and shops by participating in Bill Memorial Library’s Summer Reading Program for Adults. From June 21 to August 1, participants will receive a raffle ticket for each completed book review they submit. Book review forms will be available at the library beginning June 21. In addition, participants can earn raffle tickets when they attend a program at the library. Book review forms must be submitted by July 31. A drawing for gift certificates will be held on August 1. Prizes must be picked up in person. For questions, call the library at 860-445-0392.
Summer Reading for Adults
Bill Memorial Library’s Photo Contest
June 21 – August 2
Groton, Conn. – Share a photo of the Bill Memorial Library and it may be used on Facebook, an album on the website, our other social media, and maybe even featured in the Annual Report! Open to all ages, from June 21 to August 2, each participant may submit one photo using the form at
https://www.billmemorial.org/2025-photo-contest. For questions, refer to the complete list of Terms and Conditions at the site above or call the library at 860-445-0392.
The Bill Memorial Library is located at 240 Monument Street in the City of Groton, near the Groton Monument and Fort Griswold. The library turned 130 years old in 2020. In addition to offering programs for patrons of all ages, it holds an extensive collection of books and media for children, teens and adults, including downloadable eBooks, audiobooks, museum passes and discount tickets. Visit our web page at www.BillMemorial.org, find us on Facebook at Bill Memorial Library, or follow us on Instagram @billmemorialgrotonct.
Please do not run after August 2, 2025.
Bill Memorial Photo Contest
The City of Groton holds concerts on Friday nights throughout the summer in Washington Park. Live music, food trucks and lots of fun - come join us this summer! Wild Nights is one of Southeastern Connecticut’s best party rock bands. The band plays music spanning across multiple decades - something to make everyone dance and have a blast! With songs by artists ranging from Dua Lipa, Tom Petty, The Weeknd and Kenny Loggins all the way to Guns and Roses and Eminem, there is something for everyone.
Concerts in the Park - Wild Nights
ROY DUNN MACLEAN SOLO IN THE TAP ROOM
Friday, July 4
Show: 8p | Doors: 7p
Free, 21+
https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/07/04-raydunnmaclean
Roy Dunn MacLean solo at The Tap Room. An evening of Stories and Songs.
ROY DUNN MACLEAN SOLO IN THE TAP ROOM
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.
Expanding Visions and Hudson Valley Art Association's 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition
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.
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.
Young Artists' Show and Family Day
Win gift certificates to area restaurants and shops by participating in Bill Memorial Library’s Summer Reading Program for Adults. From June 21 to August 1, participants will receive a raffle ticket for each completed book review they submit. Book review forms will be available at the library beginning June 21. In addition, participants can earn raffle tickets when they attend a program at the library. Book review forms must be submitted by July 31. A drawing for gift certificates will be held on August 1. Prizes must be picked up in person. For questions, call the library at 860-445-0392.
Summer Reading for Adults
Bill Memorial Library’s Photo Contest
June 21 – August 2
Groton, Conn. – Share a photo of the Bill Memorial Library and it may be used on Facebook, an album on the website, our other social media, and maybe even featured in the Annual Report! Open to all ages, from June 21 to August 2, each participant may submit one photo using the form at
https://www.billmemorial.org/2025-photo-contest. For questions, refer to the complete list of Terms and Conditions at the site above or call the library at 860-445-0392.
The Bill Memorial Library is located at 240 Monument Street in the City of Groton, near the Groton Monument and Fort Griswold. The library turned 130 years old in 2020. In addition to offering programs for patrons of all ages, it holds an extensive collection of books and media for children, teens and adults, including downloadable eBooks, audiobooks, museum passes and discount tickets. Visit our web page at www.BillMemorial.org, find us on Facebook at Bill Memorial Library, or follow us on Instagram @billmemorialgrotonct.
Please do not run after August 2, 2025.
Bill Memorial Photo Contest
Hop aboard the Thames River Heritage Park's open-air, navy utility boat to experience the Thames River and discover the Park's 20+ heritage sites in both New London and Groton.
The Harbor Cruise starts at Fort Trumbull State Park, skips over to City Pier in Downtown New London, cruises across the river to Thames Landing in Groton and back around to Fort Trumbull.
Personalize your trip around visiting heritage sites, state parks, restaurants, or shopping! Well-behaved dogs and bicycles are welcomed on board.
Departure Sites:
- Fort Trumbull State Park in New London on the hour
- City Pier, New London 20 minutes after the hour
- Thames River Landing in Groton 40 minutes after the hour
Harbor Cruise Info:
- Your ticket is an All-Day Pass! Hop-on and off at your leisure at any landing site, as many times as you would like
- OR Sit back and relax to enjoy the one-hour loop
- Each cruise between sites is 15-minutes long
- Book online or in-person | Children 3 and under ride FREE
- Saturday & Sunday through September 7th | 11:00AM – 6:00PM
Hop On, Hop Off Harbor Cruise on the Thames River
Join us in the Hygienic Art Park on Saturday July, 5 for the 4th Annual Multiplier Summer Party with support from Sky Island and DJ Ben Jammin.
Doors open at 7pm. Be sure to check out our array of local artisan vendors, hosted by ONA. Tickets are $15 online pre-sale and $17 at the door. Hope to see you there!…
MULTIPLIER
New London based live electronic band Multiplier creates a sonic landscape that is unequivocally club, but with a psychedelic flair. Multiplier’s sound is derived from house, edm, dub, electro funk, regular funk, breakbeat, hip hop and trip hop. Multiplier’s music is peppered with unexpected twists and turns inside of an unrelenting groove.
Multiplier Instagram
SKY ISLAND
Sky Island is a live/electronic fusion of sounds, shimmering Hendrix-esque guitar and heavy bass. Frontman mason Lucas has collaborated with Random Rab, Aya Nereo, Wildlight, Leah Song, and Zach Velmer (of STS9). The bands current lineup features drummer J Curland, vocalist Matia Kali (formerly of the Hanuman Project) and Anna Lucas (poster girl of the Gigolo Aunts)
Videos:
Birds2Fly
Stars Align
DJ BEN JAMMIN
DJ Ben Jammin' Instagram
ONA
https://www.instagram.com/annastarrlucas/
4th Annual Multiplier Summer Party
Duke Robillard Band
Saturday, July 5
Show: 8p | Doors: 7p
Tickets: $20
https://knickmusic.com/events/2025/07/05-duke-robillard
Since starting his musical career in 1967 by founding and fronting Roomful of Blues, Duke Robillard has been at the forefront of Blues, Swing and classic R&B/Jump blues for over 50 years, earning him his legendary status while influencing and inspiring countless legions of musicians and fans worldwide. Leading his own group, Duke has toured non-stop for the past 40-some years, recording more than 30 critically acclaimed CDs under his own name. He has toured as a guitarist with Tom Waits and the Fabulous Thunderbirds and recorded with the likes of Bob Dylan, Ruth Brown, Jay McShann, Pinetop Perkins, Kim Wilson, Jimmy Witherspoon, Rosco Gordon, Maria Muldaur and many more.
“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
Duke Robillard Band
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.
Expanding Visions and Hudson Valley Art Association's 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition
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
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.
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.
