Friday │ 15 │ November

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Lyman Allyn’s Art After Dark combines art and entertainment!

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Time:  6 – 9 pm

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Cost:  $20 members / $25 non-members

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(21+ event, includes two drink tickets & art materials)

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Purchase tickets online  or RSVP to 860.443.2545 ext. 2129.

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On this special evening, enjoy a fun blend of:

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• Live DJ performance by DJ Ben Jammon
• Open studio with drop-in style art workshop
• Art trivia hunt with prizes
• Raffle drawing with gifts from local businesses
• Food for purchase from local food truck
• Plus, see the variety of exhibitions on view!

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Questions?  Email us .

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Above image: Xanda McCagg, Felt, 2020, oil on canvas. Gift of the artist, 2021.7.1.

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 The Ultimate Elvis Concert  is an unrivaled multimedia production of The King of Rock n’ Roll’s Career! Starring Internationally Acclaimed Ultimate Elvis Champion  Cote Deonath  backed by  The Infinit-E Tribute Band.

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Taking you back to key points of Presley’s musical career, with multiple costume changes that will have you guessing what is next!

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For more than 43 years Elvis has been gone yet his music is timeless and remains. You will experience the 1950’s when Elvis burst onto the music scene changing the face of music as we know it, his triumphant return to the stage in 1968 clad in Black Leather, the Glitz & glamour of Vegas in 1970 where Elvis performed over 800 consecutive SOLD OUT shows, finally to the Iconic Aloha from Hawaii Special in the White American Eagle Jumpsuit! Cote delivers on all levels bringing The Most authentic tribute to the stage down to the rings Presley wore on his fingers.

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 Nick Bosse & The Northern Roots

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Friday, November 15

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Show:  8p |  Doors:  7p

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Tickets:  $10

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https://knickmusic.com/events/2024/11/15nick-bosse

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Nick Bosse is a professional country music singer from North Stonington CT backed by a power-house band of musicians from Connecticut and Rhode Island – The Northern Roots. Nick’s songwriting and music stylings are influenced by country, southern rock, and bluegrass legends, which he projects in every live performance. His single “What Happened to Country” has had over 1,000,000 streams since its release in January 2021, and he and the Northern Roots are currently promoting the release of his new self-titled EP "Nick Bosse".

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 Nick Bosse & The Northern Roots

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Friday, November 15

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Show:  8p |  Doors:  7p

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Tickets:  $10

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https://knickmusic.com/events/2024/11/15nick-bosse

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Nick Bosse is a professional country music singer from North Stonington CT backed by a power-house band of musicians from Connecticut and Rhode Island – The Northern Roots. Nick’s songwriting and music stylings are influenced by country, southern rock, and bluegrass legends, which he projects in every live performance. His single “What Happened to Country” has had over 1,000,000 streams since its release in January 2021, and he and the Northern Roots are currently promoting the release of his new self-titled EP "Nick Bosse".

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Join us for our annual Holiday Fine Arts and Crafts Show--now in its 15th year! A variety of offerings from local artists and artisans will be available for purchase. Bring a friend and get a start on your holiday shopping!

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Open to the public.

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Open to the public. Free parking located in the Stonington Commons North Lot, 32 Water St. in Stonington.

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Join us for live jazz every Saturday night at 6:30 pm.  Visit our website to check out our amazing Carribbean inspired menu featuring and our fabulous drink menu! Favorite's Bistro Bar | Caribbean Restaurant in New London, CT (favoritesbistrobar.com)

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 “I wanna feel that moment / When the song can find me

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I wanna feel that moment / When the song can save me”

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from “Where the Song Will Find Me”

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Lucinda Williams’  music has gotten her through her darkest days. It’s been that way since growing up amid family chaos in the Deep South, as she recounts in her candid new memoir, Don’t Tell Anybody the Secrets I told You. Over the past two years, it’s been the force driving her recovery from a debilitating stroke she suffered on November 17, 2020, at age 67. Her masterful, multi-Grammy-winning songwriting has never deserted her. To wit, her stunning, sixteenth studio album, Stories from a Rock n Roll Heart, brims over with some of the best work of her career. And though Williams can no longer play her beloved guitar – a constant companion since age 12 – her distinctive vocals sound better than ever.

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 Knickerbocker All-Stars® featuring Willie J. Laws

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Saturday, November 16

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Show:  8p |  Doors:  7p

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Tickets:  $20

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https://knickmusic.com/events/2024/11/16/knickerbocker-all-stars

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The Knickerbocker All Stars is a 9-piece band made up of the most talented professional musicians in the New England area. The band celebrates the 50s, 60s and 70s Rhythm & Blues, Jump Blues, Swing, Blues and Soul, all of which made the Knickerbocker Music Center a mecca of dance music known throughout the world since its beginnings in Westerly, RI in 1933. The All Stars have recorded and performed with such popular musicians and vocalists as: Marcia Ball, Jimmie Vaughan, Sugaray Rayford, Thornetta Davis, Darcel Wilson, Curtis Salgaldo, Duke Robillard, Al Copley, Dave Maxwell, Sax Gordon, Johnny Nicholas and virtually all of the alumnae of the legendary Rhode Island band, the Roomful of Blues.

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We have climbed to the top of the Living Blues Charts, placed on the Grammy Nomination List and we were nominated for Soul Blues Album of the year by the Blues Music Awards in Memphis.

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When you listen to our 4 albums please play them loud and leave space to get up and jitterbug.

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Become a comic book creator in this exciting 5-class series designed for children. Learn to craft your own short comic book from start to finish. From basic drawing techniques, including shapes, objects, and figures, to layout, design, and the essentials of storytelling in comics, learn the foundational elements of comic book art. Explore the art of inking and techniques for adding shadows, depth, and texture to enhance the visual impact of your comics. Put your ideas into action by drafting and drawing your own superhero and comic story. Taught by Brett Swanson.

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Sundays, 10:00am – 12:00pm 

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October 20 – November 17

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Members $115 / Non-Members $135  

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All supplies included with registration. 

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To register, call 860.536.7601, x211.

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 SWEET MERCY!

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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17

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PLAYING IN THE TAP ROOM

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Show Time 7pm | Free | 21+

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Sweet Mercy! is an award-winning roots rock band featuring some of the area’s best musicians. They play classic Americana covers and originals written by songwriter John Speziale. His songs present an earnest, and sometimes humorous, take on the human condition.

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The Mystic Museum of Art (MMoA) offers specially designed homeschool classes for children ages 5 – 12. Taught by MMoA artist educators, these programs are a combination of discussion and hands-on art making in our galleries and KTJ studios. All programs focus on a variety of art techniques, elements of art and design, art vocabulary, and critical thinking skills. Homeschool programs are usually eight-week sessions that run for 2.5 hours on Monday afternoons from 1:30pm to 4pm. The MMoA homeschool program offers a variety of courses throughout the year.  

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Discovering Color in Watercolors

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Dive deep into the wonderful world of color and experience the magic of watercolor painting. We will journey through the color wheel one hue at a time and learn how each color behaves and what it can express—from the realism of objects to the depths of emotions. We will compare and experiment with colors to understand their unique properties and how they interact with each other. Through hands-on activities, we will also learn essential watercolor techniques.

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Each student will receive their own watercolor travel set and a set of three watercolor brushes to kickstart their artistic journey. Taught by Ben Ellcome .

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October 7– December 2 (No Class on October 14 and November 11) 

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Mondays 1:30pm – 4pm 

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Members $225 / Non-Members $260 

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Discover the art of fashion illustration. Weekly classes will focus on drawing the fashion figure, studying fashion history, and learning to draw different types of fabric. Students will create a mood board and draw inspiration from the outside world to create their own mini concept collection. Taught by Meghann Rooney.

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Mondays, 4:30pm – 6pm

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October 21 – November 25

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 (No Class on November 11)

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Members $115 / Non-Members $135

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All supplies included with registration.

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To register, call 860.536.7601, x211.

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Trying to recover from a time when money was really tight? Break the cycle and begin to develop a financial recovery plan! We'll assess your current financial situation, identify ways to increase income and prioritize expenses and discuss how to guard against credit repair scams (that are definitely too good to be true). Register today!

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Meet and socialize with other veterans. Receive information about veterans benefits and services. Coffee and conversation! Free and open to all veterans, active military, and family members! We meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Easterseals Rally Point, 24 Stott Ave, Norwich

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Learn to develop the unique atmosphere and spirit of a scene through effective use of color and value. Explore how colorists use color contrast and color balance to create daring and vivid works of art. Create landscapes that are tonal and moody or vibrant with sunlit areas and shadows with dimension and color.

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In this class, students will learn to use the color wheel as a completely different tool, gain an understanding of the use of analogous and complementary colors, and see color as value. Students will learn to design a custom color wheel to help create signature colors to reflect their own unique vision of the landscape. Painting with these signature colors will allow students to use color more effectively to achieve a sense of light and atmosphere in the artwork.

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Any medium may be used, there will be instructor demos in oil and watercolor. Students can work from demo images or bring their own photo references. Taught by Howard Park and Lisa Miceli.

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Five-week series

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October 22 – November 19

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Tuesdays, 9am – 12pm

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Members $240 / Non-Members $280

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To register, call 860.536.7601, x211.

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Introduce your child to the wonderful world of art through our engaging Art Explorers program! Your child will experience the museum’s professional studio, special exhibitions and discover educational, creative and fun art projects. From painting to sculpture, textile art to collage, and printmaking, your child will engage in a variety of artistic mediums. They will learn about famous artists from around the world and gain insight into art history and diverse cultural expressions. Our classes encourage children to step out of their comfort zones and explore art in a new way. Art Explorers also emphasizes collaborative learning experiences, fostering teamwork, communication skills, and a sense of community among young artists. By focusing on experimentation and imagination, we aim to cultivate a supportive environment where students can explore, express, and grow as artists. Taught by D Derek.

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Choose to register for specific, individual classes:  

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Tuesdays, 4:15pm – 5:45pm  

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Individual classes: Members $18 / Non-Members $21  

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October 8, October 15, October 22, November 5, November 12, November 19, November 26, December 3, December 10, December 17

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All supplies included with registration. 

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To register, call 860.536.7601, x211.

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This enchanting evening is a great opportunity to find unique and meaningful gifts, stunning holiday decorations, stylish home goods, fashion treasures, and designer accessories that will make the holiday season truly special. The COMO Curated Closet will be showcasing the best of the best items in the shop so take a peek before the deals are gone!

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Habitat for Humanity of Eastern Connecticut is proud to announce our new Homeowner Readiness Program, in partnership with local agencies and organizations, to bring education and information to our communities.

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Homeowner readiness sessions are free and open to the public, registration is required.

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Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions you'll make in your life. We want our community members to be prepared to make the very best decision with plenty of support along the way. Learn from local agencies and experts and find out what affordable mortgage products are available, understand your household income and debt, as well as how your debt-to-income ratio affects your ability to qualify for a loan. Join us for this six-month series and become homeowner-ready.

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Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or caregiver, join us for our delightful Mommy and Me classes where you can bond with your little ones over the joy of creativity! Designed for 2- and 3-year-olds, this class combines storytelling, singing, and hands-on art projects in a nurturing and playful environment. Our program’s focus is on hands-on exploration so children can learn to express themselves freely through the art-making process. This program provides a wonderful opportunity for children to interact with their peers and caregivers can also connect with other parents and share experiences. Taught by Liane Bassin.

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Choose to register for all classes or specific classes: 

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October 16 – November 20 

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Wednesdays, 11:00am – 12:00pm

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6-class series: 

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Members $100 / Non-Members $120

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Individual classes: Members $18 / Non-Members $20

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All supplies included with registration.

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To register, call 860.536.7601, x211.

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According to the 2023 Identity Fraud Study by Javelin Strategy & Research, identity fraud cost Americans a total of about $20 billion in 2022, with about 15.3 million consumers falling victim. Join us to get pointers on how to recognize and guard against identity theft, plan for the future management of your money, and prepare for disasters. Register today!

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 Join us for an evening or series of learning and brushing up on your sewing skills in a fun supportive environment. 

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Join Kristi Holohan from Pattagansett Art Center for a fun sewing workshop. Learn the basics of your home sewing machine that you bring in, or use one of our partner SPARK Makerspace ’s machines. This class is aimed towards beginners and intermediates. You can bring a project that you want help with or Kristi will have patterns set up for simple projects that can be completed in the 2 hour session. Learn about fabrics, use different sewing machines, and make space for your creativity. You can use our fabric and supplies or bring something that inspires you. Join one session or the whole series to strengthen your knowledge.

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Libations are available to purchase from the host sponsor Garde Arts Center bar.

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Kristi Holohan has been sewing for over 35 years. She can operate nearly every machine from a non-electric treadle, to an industrial serger. She has taught sewing to people of all ages and abilities. Her work has been featured in private high end weddings, private collections, at the Annex in New London, and even at the San Francisco MoMA.

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Reserve your spot today. Purchase your tickets online through the **Garde Arts Ticket Sales or at the Garde Arts Box Office at 325 State Street New London, CT**

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Single class $35

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Series $180

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Class Size: Limit 10 per class

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Wednesdays from 6:00-8:00pm

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317 State Street, New London, CT 06320

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Garde Arts Gallery on the corner of Meridian St and State St. New London

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Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @PattagansettArtCenter 

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For questions, contact: info@pattagansettartcenter.org

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415-420-8028

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 THE COMICS WORKSHOP

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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20

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IN THE TAP ROOM

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Show Time 7pm | Free | 21+

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 The Comics Workshop – Come hear a select group of regional comedians, chosen by United We Laugh’s Tad Flynn, honing and working on material.

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Comedians:

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Brett Davey

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Mark McGwin

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Tad Flynn

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Tyler Hittner

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https://knickmusic.com/events/2024/011/20-comedynight

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 Jazz & Cocktails at the Knick

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Sponsored by Grey Sail Brewing (Women owned & Women run)

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Music with Mystic Horns Big 6

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No Cover!

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Thursday, November 21

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6-8p | Free

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The "Big 6" Jazz Band from the Mystic Horns. Playing Blue Note Jazz with a danceable beat, from the repertoire of the masters of the 1960s. Rumbas, Cha Cha, Latin, Samba, West Coast Swing & Tango.  

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The band members are Rich Latalie (Sax), Tony Perrone (Trumpet), Steve Peck (Drums), Lou Boccarielli (Bass), Fox Mills (Guitar) & Steve Donovan (Piano). 

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Fast fingers trivia night by Barrated Trivia every Thursday 6:30-8:30

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 Local Honey Acoustic

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Thurs,. November 21

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Playing in the Tap Room

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Show Time 7pm | Free | 21+

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https://knickmusic.com/events/2024/11/21-local-honey-acoustic

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

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Join us for an engaging class for students ages 7 to 12. We will be reading "The Forbidden Library" by Django Wexler.

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From the jacket: "When Alice's father disappears in a shipwreck, she is sent to live with her uncle Geryon—an uncle she's never heard of and knows nothing about. He lives in an enormous manor with a massive library that is off-limits to Alice. But then she meets a talking cat. And, even for a rule-follower, when a talking cat sneaks you into a forbidden library and introduces you to an arrogant boy who dares you to open a book, it's hard to resist. Especially if you're a reader to begin with. Soon Alice finds herself INSIDE the book, and the only way out is to defeat the creature imprisoned within. It seems Uncle Geryon is more than he says he is. But then, so is Alice."

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In addition to reading the story, class sessions will include relevant math and science lessons and will also integrate personal finance activities. Register today!

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 RILEY COTTON

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8

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PLAYING IN THE TAP ROOM

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https://knickmusic.com/events/2024/11/108-rileycotton

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Show Time 7pm | Free | 21+

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Riley Cotton is an old-school songwriter based in Hartford, CT: Armed with an acoustic guitar, she writes songs that paint the emotional context in which we make life’s most consequential decisions. Riley has been nominated for a New England Music Award, was written up in CT Magazine, and in 2024, appeared in “Divine Renovation,” an Amazon Prime series starring Erik Estrada.

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“[Riley’s] songs and performance are able to cross space and time to touch that part of your brain where love, loss, happiness, and longing all co-exist.” - Chip McCabe, Hartford Courant

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rileycottonmusic.com

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 RECKONERS

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22

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Show:  8p |  Doors:  7p

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https://knickmusic.com/events/2024/11/22-reckoners

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Tickets:  $15a/$20d ($3 Service Charge Included With Online Tickets. All sales are final, no ticket refunds or exchanges. Seats are on a first-come, first-serve basis, and seats are not guaranteed with ticket purchase.)

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Reckoners (formerly Band of Killers) have a great tour going in New England including opening for Tedeschi Trucks Band in Providence, RI in October.

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A little bit of soul and a whole lotta' rock ‘n’ roll!  Reckoners  is an all-star music group featuring some of the top players in the Boston music scene who have worked with and along side some of the best in the business. Fronting the group is the great  Tim Gearan  on vocals & guitar. Assembled and leading the band is the extraordinary guitarist  Johnny Trama  (Bettye LaVette, The Silks, Dub Apocalypse, The B3 Kings). Holding down the rhythm section on drums is the masterful  Tom Arey  (Peter Wolf, The J. Geils Band, G. Love). On bass is the one and only  Marc Hickox  (Bettye LaVette, Charlie Musselwhite), and on keyboards, the very talented  Darby Wolf  (Bettye LaVette, Rubblebucket). Paying homage to the roots of early soul and classic rock, their songs and vibe make you experience something new and original yet completely familiar.

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“an all-star group of Boston musicians about to drop their debut album, this former band of killers is a force to be reckoned – Houndstone Media

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reckonersband.com

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On Saturday, November 23rd from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Noah’s Closet is having a 50% Off Toys sale. There are toys for all the children on your holiday shopping list. The shop is located at 1746 Boston Turnpike in Coventry. Call Saturday for details, 860-742-1616.

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Join us for a magical morning of music and fun at the Stonington Community Center’s Dreamers Sing-Along Show, featuring beloved characters from Disney’s Encanto and Tangled. Families are invited to sing along with Mirabel, Rapunzel, and Flynn Ryder in this unforgettable live performance starting at 10 a.m. on Saturday, November 23! Tickets range from $35 for a party of 2 to $77 for a party of 6.

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Join us for live jazz every Saturday night at 6:30 pm.  Visit our website to check out our amazing Carribbean inspired menu featuring and our fabulous drink menu! Favorite's Bistro Bar | Caribbean Restaurant in New London, CT (favoritesbistrobar.com)

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 MAHLER’S THIRD SYMPHONY: FOR THE CHILDREN

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Mahler  | Symphony No. 3

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     Women from ECSC

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     Children’s Chorus

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     Janna Baty, Mezzosoprano

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The second concert of the ECSO’s 2024-25 season honors World Children’s Day, three days earlier, which marks the date when the U.N. General Assembly adopted the Declaration of the Rights of the Child, in 1959, and the Convention on the Rights of the Child, in 1989. A single work will be performed: Gustav Mahler’s overwhelmingly moving Symphony No. 3 in D Minor, completed in 1896. Mahler called this monumental instrumental and choral composition—the first movement of which is almost a symphony in itself—“a summer’s midday dream.” Joining the orchestra for this not-to-be-missed performance will be mezzo-soprano Janna Baty, a Yale School of Music faculty member; the women of the Eastern Connecticut Symphony Chorus, led by Music Director Dr. Daniel McDavitt; and a children’s chorus. Mahler had two daughters with his wife Alma: Maria Anna, who died of scarlet fever and diphtheria at age 4; and Anna, nicknamed “Gucki,” who became a sculptor and died shortly before her 84th birthday in 1988.

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 Sugar

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Saturday, November 23

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Disco/Funk/Hip-Hop/R&B

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Show:  8p |  Doors:  7p

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Tickets:  $15 ($3 Service Charge Included With Online Tickets. All sales are final, no ticket refunds or exchanges. Seats are on a first-come, first-serve basis, and seats are not guaranteed with ticket purchase.)

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sugarofficial.com

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https://knickmusic.com/events/2024/11/23/sugar

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Performing together as a band for over 20 years, we've really seen and done it all. We've shared the stage with the likes of Bo Diddley, Rick Derringer, Tower of Power, The Go Go's, Kansas, Toto, Dick Dale, Eddie Money, Trick Pony, Men At Work, J. Geils, John Cafferty & The Beaver Brown Band, and Peter Frampton, to name a few. To sum it up in one word... EXPERIENCE. This experience comes complete with full back-line, lighting, and a pro sound company for all events as well as the availability to travel to any destination in the world. Whether you need top 40 high-energy hits from the first song of the night or a more relaxing atmosphere as we slowly ease your guests into a night filled with excitement and dancing, we've got it covered. The Sugar music catalog boasts an enormous repertoire of material that spans a multitude of genres, styles and generations, past and present, old and new. We are ready to satisfy the broad musical tastes of you and your guests. Sugar will deliver with our unique blend of musical variety, vitality and class. We guarantee your event to be remembered by all who attend!

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 Youth on-the-mic

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Sunday, November 24

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In The Club

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5p Show | 4:30p Doors

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https://knickmusic.com/events/2024/011/24youth-on-the-mic

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Join The United Theatre and The Knickerbocker Music Center for our next YOUTH ON-THE-MIC, an open mic series for 6th to 12th graders who want to perform, sing or play music (whether original or covers) to an audience. Open mics for adults are plentiful, and so often open mics for adolescents aren't held at actual venues. We are thrilled to offer an alternative, providing kids and teens with a place to play and a community of music lovers eager to hear them.

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 The THE BAND Band  presents a celebration of  The Last Waltz ,

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bringing to life one of the most historic concerts of the rock era. 

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On Thanksgiving Day in 1976, concertgoers packed San Francisco’s Winterland Ballroom to witness The Last Waltz – the farewell performance of The Band’s legendary 16-year career. The group, who had originally come to worldwide attention as Bob Dylan’s backing band, had gone on to record eight albums on their own that featured such classic songs as “The Weight,” “Up on Cripple Creek,” and “The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down.”

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The farewell party they hosted that Thanksgiving night featured a who’s who of rock royalty from Bob Dylan, Neil Young and Eric Clapton to Van Morrison, Joni Mitchell and Ronnie Hawkins. “It was one of the most incredible concerts ever held,” says Gary Solomon, co-founder of the Rockland County, NY based tribute act The THE BAND Band, who happened to be in the audience that night!

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The THE BAND Band recreates the music and the magic of that Thanksgiving evening with The Last Waltz Celebration, performing The Band’s most beloved songs and enlisting a dozen guest musicians, including a horn section, to the cover numerous artists and songs featured in the original concert. The lineup includes fiddle player Larry Packer, who played with The Band at the original concert in 1976. For Solomon, the show resonates on a personal level. “Having been at The Last Waltz on Thanksgiving Day nearly a half century ago, and now performing it with my tribute band, really feels like things have come full circle.”

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The Mystic Museum of Art (MMoA) offers specially designed homeschool classes for children ages 5 – 12. Taught by MMoA artist educators, these programs are a combination of discussion and hands-on art making in our galleries and KTJ studios. All programs focus on a variety of art techniques, elements of art and design, art vocabulary, and critical thinking skills. Homeschool programs are usually eight-week sessions that run for 2.5 hours on Monday afternoons from 1:30pm to 4pm. The MMoA homeschool program offers a variety of courses throughout the year.  

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Discovering Color in Watercolors

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Dive deep into the wonderful world of color and experience the magic of watercolor painting. We will journey through the color wheel one hue at a time and learn how each color behaves and what it can express—from the realism of objects to the depths of emotions. We will compare and experiment with colors to understand their unique properties and how they interact with each other. Through hands-on activities, we will also learn essential watercolor techniques.

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Each student will receive their own watercolor travel set and a set of three watercolor brushes to kickstart their artistic journey. Taught by Ben Ellcome .

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October 7– December 2 (No Class on October 14 and November 11) 

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Mondays 1:30pm – 4pm 

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Members $225 / Non-Members $260 

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Discover the art of fashion illustration. Weekly classes will focus on drawing the fashion figure, studying fashion history, and learning to draw different types of fabric. Students will create a mood board and draw inspiration from the outside world to create their own mini concept collection. Taught by Meghann Rooney.

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Mondays, 4:30pm – 6pm

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October 21 – November 25

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 (No Class on November 11)

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Members $115 / Non-Members $135

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All supplies included with registration.

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To register, call 860.536.7601, x211.

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Meet and socialize with other veterans. Receive information about veterans benefits and services. Coffee and conversation! Free and open to all veterans, active military, and family members! We meet on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at the Montville Senior Center, 12 Maple Ave.

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Introduce your child to the wonderful world of art through our engaging Art Explorers program! Your child will experience the museum’s professional studio, special exhibitions and discover educational, creative and fun art projects. From painting to sculpture, textile art to collage, and printmaking, your child will engage in a variety of artistic mediums. They will learn about famous artists from around the world and gain insight into art history and diverse cultural expressions. Our classes encourage children to step out of their comfort zones and explore art in a new way. Art Explorers also emphasizes collaborative learning experiences, fostering teamwork, communication skills, and a sense of community among young artists. By focusing on experimentation and imagination, we aim to cultivate a supportive environment where students can explore, express, and grow as artists. Taught by D Derek.

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Choose to register for specific, individual classes:  

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Tuesdays, 4:15pm – 5:45pm  

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Individual classes: Members $18 / Non-Members $21  

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October 8, October 15, October 22, November 5, November 12, November 19, November 26, December 3, December 10, December 17

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All supplies included with registration. 

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To register, call 860.536.7601, x211.

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BIG LUX WITH FULL BAND

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Wednesday, November 27

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Offering Free Dance Lessons (starting at 7p)

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Music: 7:30:-10p | Doors: 6:30p

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Tickets: $15 ($3 Service Charge Included With Online Tickets. All sales are final, no ticket refunds or exchanges.)

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https://knickmusic.com/events/2024/11/27-biglux

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Hailing from a family of talented musicians, Big Lux discovered the violin and saxophone at a young age. Trained classically in the Suzuki method, he spent school days with brass in his hands and evenings with strings beneath his fingers. He learned other instruments, but it was the violin that called him loudest. Answering that call was the first step in a journey that put him on musical stages around the world, found him leading social justice events, and earned him an appearance at TEDx Providence.

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The next step brought him to West Point Military Academy, where he began a military career that spanned five continents and multiple war zones, his violin always near to hand. He won talent shows in Afghanistan, played for troops in Iraq, and fused Hip Hop and Soul music in Seoul. In Chasing Bombs, a song he wrote and performed for his original EP Major, he describes his first tour in Iraq. It’s an honest, unapologetic account of his deployment that doesn’t spare listeners from the emotional authenticity of a combat veteran.

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Lux used his military experience to grow as both an artist and as a person. Four years in Korea introduced him to an entirely new culture, one where he refined his style and his grasp on the Chinese language, a subject he studied at West Point. He embraced the local Performing Arts culture, playing gigs when he wasn’t training soldiers to chase bombs of their own. His time in Korea important in his evolution as a performer, and it marked the beginning of the phenomenon we now know as Big Lux. He founded Bold Coast, the winner of the Seoul Expat’s 2015 Battle of the Bands and headliner for the city’s St. Patrick’s Day Festival. As a solo artist he made the Korea Times and was featured on the internationally-broadcast Armed Forces Network, both on television and radio.

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The next stop was Miami, Florida, where he obtained his MBA from the University of Miami. Much like Korea and D.C., Miami left an imprint on him as a performer, but this time in a Latin flavor. His music became more energetic, brimming with electricity and excitement like the South Beach nightclubs in which he played. His cover of Despacito resonated with crowds, not only on dance floors but also online, and highlighted his ability to lend the violin to new genres and cultures. It was electric, and he played it among the crowd, standing atop stools and dancing along bar tops. He wasn’t just a musician; he’d evolved into a charged performer the likes of which Miami hadn’t seen with strings and a bow before. He had become Big Lux.

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Fast forward two years. He has a Master’s Degree in Business, a great job with a Commercial Real Estate Developer and a Miami apartment with a water view. The next step in his journey was obvious.

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While it may seem crazy to some, the plan is perfectly in keeping in Big Lux’s go-big-or-go-home philosophy. The same ambition and confidence that inspired him to hit the reset button on his “adult” life drives every show he plays, every song he writes and every stroke of horsehair across the strings. It’s a part of his story, and a big part of being Big Lux.

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Today Big Lux lives in Rhode Island, though he frequently travels the east coast playing shows from Miami to New Hampshire. He continues to tour Korea annually, staying in touch with the culture of street performers that first helped him define himself as a musician. While he continues to play professionally at nightclubs, weddings and corporate events, he also dedicates a significant amount of time to activism and fundraising. He’s spoken at local colleges, interviewed on radio stations, marched in peaceful BLM protests and even led Vigils to honor victims of police brutality and increase awareness.

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In 2020, he produced a Music Video from his original song Red March (A Protest Video). The video drew local press attention and is now being produced as an orchestral performance by multiple universities. At a Protest Vigil in Providence, Rhode Island, string musicians came from neighboring states and played the score in unity to peacefully protest police brutality and bring awareness to the 2019 killing of Elijah McClain, an unarmed black man and fellow violinist.

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Big Lux continues his activism through music, lectures, and events designed to increase awareness and foster meaningful dialog. He is always looking for the next opportunity to make a difference, and always willing to embrace the challenges necessary for change.

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Meet and socialize with other veterans. Receive information about veterans benefits and services. Coffee and conversation! Free and open to all veterans, active military, and family members! We meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month at the Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center, 27 Chase Street. (Second floor/take elevator up).

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Fast fingers trivia night by Barrated Trivia every Thursday 6:30-8:30

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Maple Brook Studio - Aline Hoffman

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Gourd Art, Mixed-Media, Painting

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Birch paintings on textured papers, some in Chinese brush style. Forest Delights series: natural tree bark, moss, lichen: leaves cut from gourds or fashioned with polymer clay. Nature-inspired Emotional Realism.

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Part of 2024 Artists' Open Studios of Northeastern Connecticut

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For more info: https://www.aosct.org

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A free, self-guided art adventure! Artists' Open Studios is a wonderful opportunity to meet painters, sculptors, fiber artists, photographers, metalsmiths, woodworkers, potters, glass artists, jewelers, and other fine artists of Northeastern Connecticut.

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During this annual tour, our 61 participants in 44 venues throughout the Quiet Corner will welcome your visit; some in personal studios, others in group shows. Discover how they nourish their inspiration and produce their art. Share in their passion and expertise, learn a variety of approaches to creativity.

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For more info on each artist and their show dates, visit www.aosct.org.

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 THE WIZARDS OF WINTER –  featuring members who have performed with Classic RockGiants – The Trans- Siberian Orchestra, Rainbow, Def Leppard, Alice Cooper, Blue Oyster Cult and Trixter, along with Broadway and Theater veterans, perform a Christmas Holiday rock opera titled “The Christmas Dream”.  Weaving a story based on their latest album The Christmas Dream, along with music from their self-titled CD and their album “The Magic of Winter, The Wizards take their audience on a musical journey in search of the meaning of Christmas.

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This 11-member ensemble boasts soaring vocal harmonies, precision string instrumentation, powerful percussion, and stunning keyboard work, layered around a rich storyboard that evokes memories and emotions of December’s past! From rock and pop to ballads, and even a visit from Mrs. Claus – there is something for everyone.

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Celebrate the Season with WOW!

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To learn more, go to  www.thewizardsofwinter.com

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 Mystic Dead

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Playing music of the Grateful Dead

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https://knickmusic.com/events/2024/11/29-1mystic-dead

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Opener: Wooly Mammoth

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Friday, November 29

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Show:  8p |  Doors:  7p

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Tickets:  $15a/$20d

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In 2018 a group of musicians got together for a once a month Dead night at the Captain Daniel Packer inn in Mystic,CT. It turned out to be a seriously good time that translated to more shows, more fun and Mystic Dead was born.

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Deep dives into all things Grateful Dead coupled by the freedom to remain true to their own creative individuality has been and will always be the mantra of all 6 members of Mystic Dead.

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Wooly Mammoth is:

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Gray Hallberg, Guitar & Vocals

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Toby Halsey, Guitar & Vocals

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Jonathan "Sledge" Smith, Bass

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Scott Parry, Keys & Vocals

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Chris Chapman, Drums & Vocals

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Maple Brook Studio - Aline Hoffman

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Gourd Art, Mixed-Media, Painting

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Birch paintings on textured papers, some in Chinese brush style. Forest Delights series: natural tree bark, moss, lichen: leaves cut from gourds or fashioned with polymer clay. Nature-inspired Emotional Realism.

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Part of 2024 Artists' Open Studios of Northeastern Connecticut

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For more info: https://www.aosct.org

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A free, self-guided art adventure! Artists' Open Studios is a wonderful opportunity to meet painters, sculptors, fiber artists, photographers, metalsmiths, woodworkers, potters, glass artists, jewelers, and other fine artists of Northeastern Connecticut.

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During this annual tour, our 61 participants in 44 venues throughout the Quiet Corner will welcome your visit; some in personal studios, others in group shows. Discover how they nourish their inspiration and produce their art. Share in their passion and expertise, learn a variety of approaches to creativity.

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For more info on each artist and their show dates, visit www.aosct.org.

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Join us for live jazz every Saturday night at 6:30 pm.  Visit our website to check out our amazing Carribbean inspired menu featuring and our fabulous drink menu! Favorite's Bistro Bar | Caribbean Restaurant in New London, CT (favoritesbistrobar.com)

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 Roomful of Blues

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Saturday, November 30

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Time : 8pm

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Tickets:  $25

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ROOMFUL OF BLUES

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Even though Roomful of Blues’ lineup has changed over the years, the band has always been one of the tightest, most joyful blues ensembles in the world. Currently an eight-piece unit led by guitarist Chris Vachon, the band has never sounded fresher or stronger. Singer DD Bastos brings her sweet and soulful vocals and adds another bright new dimension to the jazzy, jump-blues musical roots. Their winning combination of jump, swing, blues, R&B and soul remains their calling card, as does their ability to fill the dance floor. Along with bassist John Turner, trumpeter Chris Pratt, drummer Mike Coffey, keyboardist Jeff Ceasrine, baritone and tenor saxophonist Craig Thomas, and tenor and alto saxophonist Rich Lataille, Roomful keeps on rockin’ year after year!

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Roomful of Blues, according to DownBeat magazine, “are in a class by themselves.” With their masterful combination of jumping, horn-heavy, hard-edged blues and R&B, it’s no wonder why the great Count Basie called them “the hottest blues band I’ve ever heard.” Since 1967, the group’s deeply rooted blend of swing, rock ‘n’ roll, jump, blues and soul has earned it five Grammy Award nominations and a slew of other accolades, including seven Blues Music Awards.With a non-stop performance schedule for over 55 years, Roomful of Blues has earned critical, popular and radio success and a legion of fans around the globe. including the prestigious DownBeat International Critics Poll for “Best Blues Band”.

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D.D. Bastos – Vocals

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DD is no stranger to the stage. She began singing in church at the age of 5 years old. Music has always been her passion. D.D. earned second chair in the All-Eastern Honors Ensemble representing Massachusetts which garnered her a scholarship.

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After college D.D. began performing with local bands throughout NE which led to the inception of her band DD & The Road Kings. Her work put her closely associated with the fraternity that is; Roomful of Blues, Sugar Ray and the Bluetones, The Broadcasters and the dozens of splinter groups who have branched off -- shaping many other New England Blues bands. Certainly, when three of them show up on D.D. and the Road Kings' album Lover Bird, which was well received by critics and fans alike, there is a common thread that can be traced back to the '60s Blues revival. D.D. is also a Choral Director in the public school system with 20+ years as a private music teacher. Her love of singing is what fuels her soulful and powerful performances.

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Chris Vachon - Guitar

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Chris is a true multi-talent. His prowess as a guitar slinger is well documented, and his strengths as a producer and songwriter grow from album to album. He produced the band’s nine most recent albums—There Goes the Neighborhood (1998), Watch You When You Go (2001), Live at Wolf Trap (2002) the Grammy nominated That’s Right! (2003), and Standing Room Only (2004), “Raisin’ A Ruckus” (2008), Hook, Line & Sinker (2011), 45 Live (2013) and In A Roomful of Blues (2020) after co-producing all of Roomful’s other albums recorded in the ’90s. Chris’s songs— such as “Turn It On! Turn It Up!,” “Running Out of Time,” “She’ll Be So Fine,” “Blue, Blue World,” “Dynamite” and “Keep on Rockin'" have become firm favorites in AAA and bluesradio formats, bringing many new fans into the Roomful fold.

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John Turner - Upright and Electric Bass

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A veteran of the New England jazz scene, bassist John Turner has performed and recorded with just about everybody–specifically the Either/Orchestra,Charlie Kohlhase, Scott Hamilton, Roswell Rudd, Lee Konitz, the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra, members of Ornette Coleman’s band, and Magic Dick-Jay Geils and Blues Time to name a few. John’s rock solid bottom is the essential element of the swing groove which Roomful is renowned for.

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Jeff Ceasrine – Piano\Organ

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Originally from New York, Jeff is a multi-instrumentalist who has performed throughout the New England area on keyboards, rhythm guitar, percussion, and background vocals for over 25 years. He has worked in several long-standing acts in Rhode Island (blues, jazz, and swing) and has played many one-off gigs with various bands throughout the region. A frequent guest and on-call keyboard player with Roomful of Blues since 2008 (appearing on their recent "In a Roomful of Blues” CD), Jeff is comfortable with many different blues stylings. His influences include Pine Top Perkins, Duke Ellington, Fats Waller, Lonnie Smith, Otis Spann and Jimmy Smith..”

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Mike Coffey - Drums

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From Newport Rhode Island Mike Coffey spent 20 years performing with the US Navy band. Upon retirement he performed with local blues artist Chris Stoval Brown and other well-known blues artist in the Boston area. As part of a weekly Jazz series he has performed with Mike Renzi and Grey Sargent both members of Tony Bennett’s band and other renown jazz artist. He also performs with 50s doo wop group”The Diamonds” when they perform in New England. He

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studied with renown drum instructors Alan Dawson and Gary Chaffee. Known for his versatility and ability to enhance any group he performs with he been a welcome new member of Roomful of Blues.

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Rich Lataille - Tenor and Alto Sax

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Rich joined Roomful in 1970 and was there at the beginning of what has become the most legendary horn section in contemporary blues. It was Rich’s interest in the swinging bands of the ’30s and ’40s that led Roomful to forge the distinctive sound that has become the band’s trademark. A man who can play both sides of the fence, lyrically tender or blisteringly hot, Rich has a big, warm tone that is always jam-packed with feeling. His melodic inventiveness reflects

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the depth and breadth of his wide-ranging influences. Rich worked with various local and high-school bands before beginning his long-term relationship with Roomful.

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Craig Thomas – Baritone and Tenor Sax

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Craig was born in Washington DC and grew up in Maryland. At a young age Craig heard an early rock and roll instrumental “Wild Weekend” by the Rockin’ Rebels which inspired him to take up the saxophone. He moved to LA in his early 20s and played with the likes of Jim Messina of Loggins & Messina, Les McCann, Aretha Franklin, the Stylistics, Freda Payne, Jermaine Jackson the R&B Bombers among many, many others. Craig's rich musical background is a welcome asset to the Roomful of Blues horn section.

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Christopher Pratt – Trumpet

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Chris is a native of Rhode Island and has performed throughout the New England area with various local and national acts for over forty years. Chris recently retired as a music teacher of 37 years from Warwick Rhode Island and continues to actively teach music at Roger Williams University.  Chris's pure melodic style, infectious energy, and love of the blues can be heard every time Roomful of Blues takes the stage!

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Maple Brook Studio - Aline Hoffman

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Gourd Art, Mixed-Media, Painting

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Birch paintings on textured papers, some in Chinese brush style. Forest Delights series: natural tree bark, moss, lichen: leaves cut from gourds or fashioned with polymer clay. Nature-inspired Emotional Realism.

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Part of 2024 Artists' Open Studios of Northeastern Connecticut

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For more info: https://www.aosct.org

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A free, self-guided art adventure! Artists' Open Studios is a wonderful opportunity to meet painters, sculptors, fiber artists, photographers, metalsmiths, woodworkers, potters, glass artists, jewelers, and other fine artists of Northeastern Connecticut.

​

During this annual tour, our 61 participants in 44 venues throughout the Quiet Corner will welcome your visit; some in personal studios, others in group shows. Discover how they nourish their inspiration and produce their art. Share in their passion and expertise, learn a variety of approaches to creativity.

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For more info on each artist and their show dates, visit www.aosct.org.

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The Mystic Museum of Art (MMoA) offers specially designed homeschool classes for children ages 5 – 12. Taught by MMoA artist educators, these programs are a combination of discussion and hands-on art making in our galleries and KTJ studios. All programs focus on a variety of art techniques, elements of art and design, art vocabulary, and critical thinking skills. Homeschool programs are usually eight-week sessions that run for 2.5 hours on Monday afternoons from 1:30pm to 4pm. The MMoA homeschool program offers a variety of courses throughout the year.  

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Discovering Color in Watercolors

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Dive deep into the wonderful world of color and experience the magic of watercolor painting. We will journey through the color wheel one hue at a time and learn how each color behaves and what it can express—from the realism of objects to the depths of emotions. We will compare and experiment with colors to understand their unique properties and how they interact with each other. Through hands-on activities, we will also learn essential watercolor techniques.

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Each student will receive their own watercolor travel set and a set of three watercolor brushes to kickstart their artistic journey. Taught by Ben Ellcome .

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October 7– December 2 (No Class on October 14 and November 11) 

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Mondays 1:30pm – 4pm 

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Members $225 / Non-Members $260 

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Meet and socialize with other veterans. Receive information about veterans benefits and services. Coffee and conversation! Free and open to all veterans, active military, and family members! We meet on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at the Montville Senior Center, 12 Maple Ave.

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Meet and socialize with other veterans. Receive information about veterans benefits and services. Coffee and conversation! Free and open to all veterans, active military, and family members! We meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Easterseals Rally Point, 24 Stott Ave, Norwich

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Introduce your child to the wonderful world of art through our engaging Art Explorers program! Your child will experience the museum’s professional studio, special exhibitions and discover educational, creative and fun art projects. From painting to sculpture, textile art to collage, and printmaking, your child will engage in a variety of artistic mediums. They will learn about famous artists from around the world and gain insight into art history and diverse cultural expressions. Our classes encourage children to step out of their comfort zones and explore art in a new way. Art Explorers also emphasizes collaborative learning experiences, fostering teamwork, communication skills, and a sense of community among young artists. By focusing on experimentation and imagination, we aim to cultivate a supportive environment where students can explore, express, and grow as artists. Taught by D Derek.

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Choose to register for specific, individual classes:  

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Tuesdays, 4:15pm – 5:45pm  

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Individual classes: Members $18 / Non-Members $21  

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October 8, October 15, October 22, November 5, November 12, November 19, November 26, December 3, December 10, December 17

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All supplies included with registration. 

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To register, call 860.536.7601, x211.

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Want to meet other book enthusiasts in Norwich? This book club features reads related to personal growth and experience. Join us in December to finish reading "The Covenant of Water " by Abraham Verghese.

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We began this book in October and will finish discussing and reading this month. Register today!

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Interested in reading books based in CT, or written by authors who have lived in the Nutmeg State? Our Mystic Book Club could be the activity for you! Our November/December book is "Lights Out" by Elise Hart Kipness. This book is written by a CT Author.

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From the jacket: "Former Olympic athlete and sports reporter Kate Green isn’t sure how much more tumultuous her life can get. She’s been put on temporary leave from her job, then NBA superstar Kurt Robbins is killed and the prime suspect in his murder is none other than his wife…and Kate’s best friend.

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Kate knows that Yvette’s marriage wasn’t exactly stable, but her friend is no murderer, and Kate is determined to prove it with her own investigation. While she tries to salvage Yvette’s life, Kate’s own continues to unravel. Her career is in limbo. Gossip columns speculate about her future. Her children are battling their own demons. And her estranged father suddenly reenters her life as a detective assigned to Kurt’s homicide case.

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As her worlds collide―exposing secrets, lies, and ulterior motives―Kate may have to choose between the games she can play and the one she might lose."

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Please register online, and then stop into the Mystic Branch to pick up a free copy of the book.

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 The Founders

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Wednesday, December 4

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

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

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https://knickmusic.com/events/2024/12/4-the-founders-

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

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

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These world renowned musicians along with a few others f

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rom right in our own backyard have played alongside Muddy Waters, Eric Clapton, B.B. King, Stevie Ray Vaughn and countless others with performances spanning the globe.

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

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

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 Grab your friends and join the Lyman Allyn Art Museum for evening hours and drop-in artmaking on the first Thursday of every month! Enjoy discounted admission while exploring the galleries and getting creative.

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Evening hours: 5 pm-8 pm (last entry at 7pm)

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Drop in Artmaking: until 7:30 pm

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Admission: Free for museum members and New London residents, $5 for non-members

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Artmaking Themes:

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• September 5: Leaf Prints-  Take inspiration from our natural world and use leaves to create a nature print.
• October 3: Adult Book Fair and Teacher’s Night-  Be sure to stop by the Adult Book Fair in Hendel Library, hosted by our friends at Bank Square Books. They will have a selection of books for both adults and children. For First Thursday artmaking, all attendees are welcome to make their own bookmark and/or watercolor painting.
• December 5: Creative Collage – Get inspiration from the exhibitions on view for making an elevated collage. Create a collage using mixed-media. 
• February 6: Valentines – Get ready for Valentine’s Day and create a card for an important person in your life.
• March 6: Kintsugi-  Learn about Kintsugi, the Japanese practice of repairing pottery with gold leaf, and decorate your own ceramic tile.
• April 3: Movement Paintings-  Use acrylics to make a painting demonstrating representational or abstract movement.
• May 1: Light and Shadow-  Use charcoal to practice representing light and shadow. Use the museum’s still-life set-up or make something of your own. 

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Please note, there will not be First Thursday artmaking or extended admission hours on Thursday November 7, 2024, or January 2, 2025.

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Fast fingers trivia night by Barrated Trivia every Thursday 6:30-8:30

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 THE GLASS HOURS

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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5

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PLAYING IN THE TAP ROOM

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Show Time 7pm | Free | 21+

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https://knickmusic.com/events/2024/12/5-theglasshours

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The Glass Hours  are American songwriters Brad Armstrong and Megan Barbera. Their music blurs between Sunday afternoon country-folk and the Golden Age of the 1970s. Their self-titled nine-song debut album was released by  Cornelius Chapel Records  in March 2024.

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"Brad Armstrong sings like Richard Buckner at a closed-casket viewing.” —  Pitchfork

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“Megan Barbera’s songwriting is arrestingly intimate.” —  Examiner

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Meet and socialize with other veterans. Receive information about veterans benefits and services. Coffee and conversation! Free and open to all veterans, active military, and family members! We meet on the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month at the New London Senior Center, 10 Brainard Street.

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Join us for an engaging class for students ages 7 to 12. We will be reading "Wildoak" by C. C. Harrington.

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From the jacket: "Maggie Stephens's stutter makes school especially hard. She will do almost anything to avoid speaking in class or calling attention to herself. So when her unsympathetic father threatens to send her away for so-called "treatment," she reluctantly agrees to her mother's intervention plan: a few weeks in the fresh air of Wildoak Forest, visiting a grandfather she hardly knows. It is there, in an extraordinary twist of fate, that she encounters an abandoned snow leopard cub, an exotic gift to a wealthy Londoner that proved too wild to domesticate. But once the cub's presence is discovered by others, danger follows, and Maggie soon realizes that time is running out, not only for the leopard, but for herself and the forest as well."

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In addition to reading the story, class sessions will include relevant math and science lessons and will also integrate personal finance activities. Register today!

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Maple Brook Studio - Aline Hoffman

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Gourd Art, Mixed-Media, Painting

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Birch paintings on textured papers, some in Chinese brush style. Forest Delights series: natural tree bark, moss, lichen: leaves cut from gourds or fashioned with polymer clay. Nature-inspired Emotional Realism.

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Part of 2024 Artists' Open Studios of Northeastern Connecticut

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For more info: https://www.aosct.org

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A free, self-guided art adventure! Artists' Open Studios is a wonderful opportunity to meet painters, sculptors, fiber artists, photographers, metalsmiths, woodworkers, potters, glass artists, jewelers, and other fine artists of Northeastern Connecticut.

​

During this annual tour, our 61 participants in 44 venues throughout the Quiet Corner will welcome your visit; some in personal studios, others in group shows. Discover how they nourish their inspiration and produce their art. Share in their passion and expertise, learn a variety of approaches to creativity.

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For more info on each artist and their show dates, visit www.aosct.org.

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

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In December, Artistic Director Tessa Lark will join a trio of longtime Masterworks favorites for a program of classical works so masterful they’ll never stop making the rounds. It doesn’t get better than pianist Gilles Vonsattel and violinist/violist Arnaud Sussman… except for when you add to the mix Edward Arron, cellist and previous Artistic Director of Musical Masterworks, whom Charles Wadsworth brilliantly brought into the MM family fold years ago.

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Artists

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Gilles Vonsattel, piano 

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Arnaud Sussmann, violin/viola 

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Edward Arron, cello 

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Tessa Lark, violin 

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Program Summary

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Various chamber works culminate in a transcendent performance of Beethoven, Trio in E-flat Major, Op. 70 No. 2 

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Our Annual One-Night Celebration of Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Christmas, Three Kings Day, and Diwali kicks offthe Holiday Season! Santa will arrive by Fire Truck followed by a tree lighting. Photos with Santa, activites for teens and youth, themed christmas trees, carriage rides, light displays, entertainment and more!

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Join us for live jazz every Saturday night at 6:30 pm.  Visit our website to check out our amazing Carribbean inspired menu featuring and our fabulous drink menu! Favorite's Bistro Bar | Caribbean Restaurant in New London, CT (favoritesbistrobar.com)

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Released in 1989,  Indigo Girls ‘ eponymous major label debut sold over two million copies under the power of singles “Closer to Fine” and “Kid Fears” and turned Indigo Girls into one of the most successful folk duos in history. Over a thirty-five-year career that began in clubs around their native Atlanta, Georgia, the multi-Grammy-winning duo of  Emily Saliers  and  Amy Ray  has recorded sixteen studio albums, sold over 15 million records, and built a dedicated, enduring following across the globe. Rolling Stone describes them as the “ideal duet partners.” Committed and uncompromising activists, they work on issues like immigration reform (El Refugio), LGBTQ advocacy, education (Imagination Library), death penalty reform, and Native American rights. They are co-founders of Honor the Earth, a non-profit dedicated to the survival of sustainable Native communities, Indigenous environmental justice, and green energy solutions.

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Their latest record, Look Long is a stirring and eclectic collection of songs that finds the duo of  Amy Ray  and  Emily Saliers  reunited in the studio with their strongest backing band to date. “We joke about being old, but what is old when it comes to music? We’re still a bar band at heart,” says  Saliers. “While our lyrics and writing approach may change, our passion for music feels the same as it did when we were 25-years-old.” “As time has gone on, our audience has become more expansive and diverse, giving me a sense of joy,” she adds. To hear those collective voices raise into one, singing along and overpowering the band itself, one realizes the importance  Indigo Girls ’ music has in this moment. In our often-terrifying present, we are all in search of a daily refuge, a stolen hour or two, to engage with something that brings us joy, perspective, or maybe just calm. As one bar band once put it, “We go to the doctor, we go to the mountains…we go to the Bible, we go through the work out.” For millions, they go to the  Indigo Girls. On Look Long they’ll find a creative partnership certain of its bearings, forging a way forward.

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Maple Brook Studio - Aline Hoffman

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Gourd Art, Mixed-Media, Painting

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Birch paintings on textured papers, some in Chinese brush style. Forest Delights series: natural tree bark, moss, lichen: leaves cut from gourds or fashioned with polymer clay. Nature-inspired Emotional Realism.

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Part of 2024 Artists' Open Studios of Northeastern Connecticut

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For more info: https://www.aosct.org

​

A free, self-guided art adventure! Artists' Open Studios is a wonderful opportunity to meet painters, sculptors, fiber artists, photographers, metalsmiths, woodworkers, potters, glass artists, jewelers, and other fine artists of Northeastern Connecticut.

​

During this annual tour, our 61 participants in 44 venues throughout the Quiet Corner will welcome your visit; some in personal studios, others in group shows. Discover how they nourish their inspiration and produce their art. Share in their passion and expertise, learn a variety of approaches to creativity.

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For more info on each artist and their show dates, visit www.aosct.org.

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In December, Artistic Director Tessa Lark will join a trio of longtime Masterworks favorites for a program of classical works so masterful they’ll never stop making the rounds. It doesn’t get better than pianist Gilles Vonsattel and violinist/violist Arnaud Sussman… except for when you add to the mix Edward Arron, cellist and previous Artistic Director of Musical Masterworks, whom Charles Wadsworth brilliantly brought into the MM family fold years ago.

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Artists

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Gilles Vonsattel, piano 

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Arnaud Sussmann, violin/viola 

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Edward Arron, cello 

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Tessa Lark, violin 

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Program Summary

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Various chamber works culminate in a transcendent performance of Beethoven, Trio in E-flat Major, Op. 70 No. 2 

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According to the 2023 Identity Fraud Study by Javelin Strategy & Research, identity fraud cost Americans a total of about $20 billion in 2022, with about 15.3 million consumers falling victim. Join us to get pointers on how to recognize and guard against identity theft, plan for the future management of your money, and prepare for disasters. Register today!

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Meet and socialize with other veterans. Receive information about veterans benefits and services. Coffee and conversation! Free and open to all veterans, active military, and family members! We meet on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at the Montville Senior Center, 12 Maple Ave.

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Introduce your child to the wonderful world of art through our engaging Art Explorers program! Your child will experience the museum’s professional studio, special exhibitions and discover educational, creative and fun art projects. From painting to sculpture, textile art to collage, and printmaking, your child will engage in a variety of artistic mediums. They will learn about famous artists from around the world and gain insight into art history and diverse cultural expressions. Our classes encourage children to step out of their comfort zones and explore art in a new way. Art Explorers also emphasizes collaborative learning experiences, fostering teamwork, communication skills, and a sense of community among young artists. By focusing on experimentation and imagination, we aim to cultivate a supportive environment where students can explore, express, and grow as artists. Taught by D Derek.

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Choose to register for specific, individual classes:  

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Tuesdays, 4:15pm – 5:45pm  

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Individual classes: Members $18 / Non-Members $21  

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October 8, October 15, October 22, November 5, November 12, November 19, November 26, December 3, December 10, December 17

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All supplies included with registration. 

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To register, call 860.536.7601, x211.

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When paychecks begin to roll in, it's an exciting time! It's important for teens and young adults to know where and how to save their hard-earned money, and the difference between account types. During this program, students will gain an understanding of the difference between savings and checking accounts, learn to set savings goals, and review the digital tools available to monitor their finances. Register today!

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Meet and socialize with other veterans. Receive information about veterans benefits and services. Coffee and conversation! Free and open to all veterans, active military, and family members! We meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month at the Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center, 27 Chase Street. (Second floor/take elevator up).

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Fast fingers trivia night by Barrated Trivia every Thursday 6:30-8:30

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Join us for an engaging class for students ages 7 to 12. We will be reading "Wildoak" by C. C. Harrington.

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From the jacket: "Maggie Stephens's stutter makes school especially hard. She will do almost anything to avoid speaking in class or calling attention to herself. So when her unsympathetic father threatens to send her away for so-called "treatment," she reluctantly agrees to her mother's intervention plan: a few weeks in the fresh air of Wildoak Forest, visiting a grandfather she hardly knows. It is there, in an extraordinary twist of fate, that she encounters an abandoned snow leopard cub, an exotic gift to a wealthy Londoner that proved too wild to domesticate. But once the cub's presence is discovered by others, danger follows, and Maggie soon realizes that time is running out, not only for the leopard, but for herself and the forest as well."

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In addition to reading the story, class sessions will include relevant math and science lessons and will also integrate personal finance activities. Register today!

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When the curtain rises, professionally trained Eastern Connecticut Ballet dancers and guest artists  Unity Phelan  and  Indiana Woodward  of  New York City Ballet  share the spotlight in this nautical-themed live performance of “The Nutcracker.” Set in New London in the 1850s, the scenery celebrates southeastern Connecticut’s seafaring past and transforms the stage into a wintry day in the whaling city. Stage sets display tall ships in port, the New London Custom House, Whale Oil Row, lighthouses, and a sea captain’s Victorian home.

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Tchaikovsky’s  celebrated music carries the audience through an enchanting journey as Clara and her new friend, the Nutcracker, travel through a magical world of Arctic ice fields where whaling ships once ventured on harrowing voyages!

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Three magical performances will take place

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December 14th at 1:30pm

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December 14th at 7:00pm

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December 15th at 1:30pm

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All ticket purchases are final and non-refundable.

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Special pricing is available for Children ages 12 & younger.

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Choose seats then select Child 12& Under ticket type from the drop-down on each ticket for a Child 12 & Under, then click Check Out.

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Senior, Military & Groups (15 ppl +) discounted tickets only available in person and over the phone at the Garde Box Office! 860-444-7373 x1

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Eastern Connecticut Ballet is a nonprofit organization and the shoreline’s premier school for dance education.

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Join us for live jazz every Saturday night at 6:30 pm.  Visit our website to check out our amazing Carribbean inspired menu featuring and our fabulous drink menu! Favorite's Bistro Bar | Caribbean Restaurant in New London, CT (favoritesbistrobar.com)

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When the curtain rises, professionally trained Eastern Connecticut Ballet dancers and guest artists  Unity Phelan  and  Indiana Woodward  of  New York City Ballet  share the spotlight in this nautical-themed live performance of “The Nutcracker.” Set in New London in the 1850s, the scenery celebrates southeastern Connecticut’s seafaring past and transforms the stage into a wintry day in the whaling city. Stage sets display tall ships in port, the New London Custom House, Whale Oil Row, lighthouses, and a sea captain’s Victorian home.

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​

Tchaikovsky’s  celebrated music carries the audience through an enchanting journey as Clara and her new friend, the Nutcracker, travel through a magical world of Arctic ice fields where whaling ships once ventured on harrowing voyages!

​

​

Three magical performances will take place

​

December 14th at 1:30pm

​

December 14th at 7:00pm

​

December 15th at 1:30pm

​

All ticket purchases are final and non-refundable.

​

Special pricing is available for Children ages 12 & younger.

​

Choose seats then select Child 12& Under ticket type from the drop-down on each ticket for a Child 12 & Under, then click Check Out.

​

Senior, Military & Groups (15 ppl +) discounted tickets only available in person and over the phone at the Garde Box Office! 860-444-7373 x1

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Eastern Connecticut Ballet is a nonprofit organization and the shoreline’s premier school for dance education.

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Second Congregational Church of Coventry is pleased to welcome concert pianist Jason J. Castonguay to perform a free concert in the church sanctuary at 1746 Boston Turnpike at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 15th.

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Jason, blind at birth, began studying classical piano at the age of 4. He has performed with the Hartford Symphony Orchestra and the New Britain Symphony Orchestra. In addition to the piano, Jason plays the harp and sings. He is truly a gifted musician.

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For more information on this free concert, call the Second Congregational Church office at 860-742-1616, open Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Or visit the church website: secondchurchcoventryucc.org. The church is wheelchair accessible and open to everyone.

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Meet and socialize with other veterans. Receive information about veterans benefits and services. Coffee and conversation! Free and open to all veterans, active military, and family members! We meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Easterseals Rally Point, 24 Stott Ave, Norwich

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Introduce your child to the wonderful world of art through our engaging Art Explorers program! Your child will experience the museum’s professional studio, special exhibitions and discover educational, creative and fun art projects. From painting to sculpture, textile art to collage, and printmaking, your child will engage in a variety of artistic mediums. They will learn about famous artists from around the world and gain insight into art history and diverse cultural expressions. Our classes encourage children to step out of their comfort zones and explore art in a new way. Art Explorers also emphasizes collaborative learning experiences, fostering teamwork, communication skills, and a sense of community among young artists. By focusing on experimentation and imagination, we aim to cultivate a supportive environment where students can explore, express, and grow as artists. Taught by D Derek.

​

Choose to register for specific, individual classes:  

​

Tuesdays, 4:15pm – 5:45pm  

​

Individual classes: Members $18 / Non-Members $21  

​

October 8, October 15, October 22, November 5, November 12, November 19, November 26, December 3, December 10, December 17

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All supplies included with registration. 

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To register, call 860.536.7601, x211.

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Habitat for Humanity of Eastern Connecticut is proud to announce our new Homeowner Readiness Program, in partnership with local agencies and organizations, to bring education and information to our communities.

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Homeowner readiness sessions are free and open to the public, registration is required.

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Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions you'll make in your life. We want our community members to be prepared to make the very best decision with plenty of support along the way. Learn from local agencies and experts and find out what affordable mortgage products are available, understand your household income and debt, as well as how your debt-to-income ratio affects your ability to qualify for a loan. Join us for this six-month series and become homeowner-ready.

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 Join us for an evening or series of learning and brushing up on your sewing skills in a fun supportive environment. 

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Join Kristi Holohan from Pattagansett Art Center for a fun sewing workshop. Learn the basics of your home sewing machine that you bring in, or use one of our partner SPARK Makerspace ’s machines. This class is aimed towards beginners and intermediates. You can bring a project that you want help with or Kristi will have patterns set up for simple projects that can be completed in the 2 hour session. Learn about fabrics, use different sewing machines, and make space for your creativity. You can use our fabric and supplies or bring something that inspires you. Join one session or the whole series to strengthen your knowledge.

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Libations are available to purchase from the host sponsor Garde Arts Center bar.

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Kristi Holohan has been sewing for over 35 years. She can operate nearly every machine from a non-electric treadle, to an industrial serger. She has taught sewing to people of all ages and abilities. Her work has been featured in private high end weddings, private collections, at the Annex in New London, and even at the San Francisco MoMA.

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Reserve your spot today. Purchase your tickets online through the **Garde Arts Ticket Sales or at the Garde Arts Box Office at 325 State Street New London, CT**

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Single class $35

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Series $180

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Class Size: Limit 10 per class

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Wednesdays from 6:00-8:00pm

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317 State Street, New London, CT 06320

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Garde Arts Gallery on the corner of Meridian St and State St. New London

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Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @PattagansettArtCenter 

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For questions, contact: info@pattagansettartcenter.org

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415-420-8028

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Fast fingers trivia night by Barrated Trivia every Thursday 6:30-8:30

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Meet and socialize with other veterans. Receive information about veterans benefits and services. Coffee and conversation! Free and open to all veterans, active military, and family members! We meet on the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month at the New London Senior Center, 10 Brainard Street.

​

Join us for an engaging class for students ages 7 to 12. We will be reading "Wildoak" by C. C. Harrington.

​

From the jacket: "Maggie Stephens's stutter makes school especially hard. She will do almost anything to avoid speaking in class or calling attention to herself. So when her unsympathetic father threatens to send her away for so-called "treatment," she reluctantly agrees to her mother's intervention plan: a few weeks in the fresh air of Wildoak Forest, visiting a grandfather she hardly knows. It is there, in an extraordinary twist of fate, that she encounters an abandoned snow leopard cub, an exotic gift to a wealthy Londoner that proved too wild to domesticate. But once the cub's presence is discovered by others, danger follows, and Maggie soon realizes that time is running out, not only for the leopard, but for herself and the forest as well."

​

In addition to reading the story, class sessions will include relevant math and science lessons and will also integrate personal finance activities. Register today!

​

Join us for live jazz every Saturday night at 6:30 pm.  Visit our website to check out our amazing Carribbean inspired menu featuring and our fabulous drink menu! Favorite's Bistro Bar | Caribbean Restaurant in New London, CT (favoritesbistrobar.com)

​

Meet and socialize with other veterans. Receive information about veterans benefits and services. Coffee and conversation! Free and open to all veterans, active military, and family members! We meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month at the Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center, 27 Chase Street. (Second floor/take elevator up).

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New London, CT., December 26, 2024- The City of New London and the New London NAACP will have a ceremony tonight starting at 5:00 pm at the Parade Plaza to light the Kinara for the first night of Kwanzaa. We invite the community to come out and enjoy the celebration. The colors of each candle have symbolic meanings. The black candle represents the African people, the red candles symbolize their struggles, and the green represents hope for the future. The number of candles represents the seven principles of Kwanzaa. Together, the candles are called the mishumaa saba. The candles are lit according to the numbering of the Principles: Umoja (1)- (Unity) To strive for and maintain unity in the family, community, nation, and race. Kujichagulia (2) - (Self-Determination) Ujima (3) - (Collective Work and Responsibility) Ujamaa (4)- (Cooperative Economics) Nia (5) - (Purpose) Kuumba (6) - (Creativity) Imani (7) - (Faith) The word kinara is a Swahili word that means candle holder. The seven candles represent the Seven Principles (or Nguzo Saba) of Kwanzaa. Red, green, and black are the symbolic colors of the holiday. During the week of Kwanzaa, a new candle is lit on the kinara each day.

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