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Thursday, June 27, 2024
The Garde Arts Center is proud to share that Jon Anderson and The Band Geeks will perform at the Garde Theater at 325 State Street in New London on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $55-$129 and are available at https://gardearts.org/events/yes-epics-classics/.
“The first time I heard the BAND GEEKS I truly freaked out – they sound just like the classic YES of the ...read more
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Monday, June 24, 2024
Gala Fundraiser| Ocean Beach Park| 98 Neptune Ave, New London, CT 06320
6pm - 11pm ETTICKETS
Individual Tickets - $45pp
Couples (2) Tickets - $80
Table of 10 - $300
You may purchase your tickets online ahead of time, send a check via mail, or pay at the door. Please indicate as such on your ticket selection.Online ticket sales close on July 12th, 2024.
Checks can be made out to 7RYPAO and ...read more
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Thursday, June 13, 2024
The Garde Arts Center is proud to share that Don McLean will perform at the Garde Theater at 325 State Street in New London as part of his Starry, Starry Night Tour on Friday, September 20, 2024 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $39-$99 and are available at https://gardearts.org/events/don-mclean/.
Don McLean‘s debut album, “Tapestry,” marked his emergence as an underground sensation, earning praise and ...read more
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Thursday, June 13, 2024
The Cultural Coalition is pleased to present the regional schedule of music-making for the seventh annual Make Music Day Southeastern CT, part of a global music celebration that takes place on the summer solstice each year. www.MakeMusicDay.org/southeasternCT has the listing of participating musicians, towns and venues, confirmed performance times and other details.
Local retail shops, ...read more
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The New London Cultural District is pleased to announce the launch of the new Explore New London App
Monday, June 10, 2024
New Explore New London App:
The New London Cultural District is pleased to announce the launch of the new Explore New London App. If you are interested in managing content for your listing on the Explore New London app so that you can update hours, descriptions, photos, or even send push notifications to your customers, please submit the info requested in this form: https://shorturl.at/lKPRS ...read more
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Monday, June 10, 2024
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Date: 6/27/2024Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (EDT)Registration Deadline: 6/27/2024 11:00 AM (EDT)Fee: No FeePoint of Contact: Laura Blake (203) 353-1750Program Format: Online Meeting (Live)Training Topics: Marketing/SalesDescription:
Course Description: Struggling to manage your business while also marketing it? In this course, you will learn how to apply the key aspects of marketing ...read more
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Friday, June 07, 2024
You are cordially invited to UConn Avery Point on Tuesday, June 11 at 8:30 a.m. to visit with UConn Board of Trustees members, senior leadership, and campus leaders. We will be highlighting some of the exciting things happening at Avery Point and beginning a conversation with community leaders as UConn imagines the potential of the campus for the years ahead.
The event is held at UConn Avery ...read more
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Friday, June 07, 2024
The summer is right around the corner and so is our Concerts in the Park music series for 2024. We have an exciting schedule of bands this year, packed with all-time favorites along with a couple of bands new to the park. We hope you will join us and enjoy them all.
Show schedule, band descriptions and food truck schedule are below.
The Friday Night summer concert series is held at Washington ...read more
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Thursday, June 06, 2024
The Garde Arts Center is proud to share that The Machine will perform at the Garde Theater at 325 State Street in New London on Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $35-$65 and are available at https://gardearts.org/events/the-machine/.
The Machine has forged a 30+ year reputation of extending the musical legacy of Pink Floyd. The New York-based quartet performs a diverse mix ...read more
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Thursday, June 06, 2024
Hyatt Place Mystic Grand UnveilingJune 20, 2024 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM (EDT)Click here to register
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Tuesday, June 04, 2024
Join us for an information session on how to access disaster assistance from the SBA as it relates to small businesses in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island that were impacted by the severe storms and flash flooding that occurred in September 2023. FACT SHEET BELOWThursday, June 13 · 9 - 10am EDTReserve a Spot Here
Subject matter experts from the SBA Disaster Field ...read more
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Tuesday, June 04, 2024
Charter Oak Federal Credit Union hosted a reception on Thursday, May 30th, to formally award $100,000 in scholarships to 50 deserving high school and college students from the New London and Windham counties.
These students were chosen by a committee that reviewed over 170 applications to their 2024 Community Giving Scholarship Program. Students were required to submit a detailed essay to ...read more
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Monday, June 03, 2024
Artreach, Inc. is pleased to participate in Connecticut's Open House Day for the first time in 2024. The public is invited to join Artreach for an art exhibit and jazz music at its newly renovated gallery and workshop space located on the Uncas on Thames campus at 401 W. Thames Street in Norwich. The open house will take place from 12:00 - 4:00 pm and is free. For more information, visit ...read more
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Thursday, May 30, 2024
Make the most out of this Father’s Day by treating Dad to a special day at Mohegan Sun. On Sunday, June 16th, popular Mohegan Sun restaurants like Hash House A Go Go and Jasper White’s Summer Shack are offering mouthwatering specials to celebrate Dad. Guests looking for the perfect gift can check out Chocolux, Le Creuset, Lux Bond & Green or the Mohegan Sun Online Shop where various options ...read more
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Thursday, May 30, 2024
Join us on June 15th 10am-2pm at the Submarine Force Library Museum for a free Family Day, open to the public and great for all ages.
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Tuesday, May 28, 2024
From May through September, artists and arts organizations will use an arts-based approach to bring awareness to problem gambling by engaging with specific cultural populations such as Black, Latino/a, Indigenous, Asian American and Pacific Islanders cultural communities, or with the LGBTQIA+ or Veteran communities. (See calendar of upcoming events as of May 2024 below.)
The five participants in ...read more
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Tuesday, May 28, 2024
The Garde Arts Center is proud to share that Namoli Brennet will perform at the Garde Theater to kick off the Music on the Mezzanine series at 325 State Street in New London on Sunday, June 9, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. Tickets are $25 and are available at https://gardearts.org/events/namoli-brennet/.
Celebrate Pride Month with the first of a new and exciting music series Music on the Mezzanine ...read more
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Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Governor Ned Lamont today visited Silver Sands State Park in Milford – one of Connecticut’s 110 state parks and 32 state forests – where he held an event to kick off the summer tourism season and encourage the state’s residents and visitors to consider the many outdoor recreation opportunities Connecticut has to offer. Many of these opportunities can be explored by visiting Connecticut’s official ...read more
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Wednesday, May 22, 2024
4th Annual United Way Cornhole Tournament
Sunday, June 23 at the Groton Elks Lodge #2163 – All are welcome to join us for a fun cornhole tournament that benefits United Way of SECT. There will be food, drinks, raffles and cash prizes. There will be a competitive and social bracket- so find a partner and sign up! Flyer is attached.
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Monday, May 20, 2024
Project O still has availability left for students in 4th - 9th grades as outlined below. FYI: Camps for 10th grade and up are sold out.
summer camp program
We currently have openings for campers in:Ocean Explorer Academy Day Camp - $510
June 24th - June 28th (4-6 grade) - 13 available
July 1st - July 5th (4-6th grade) - 1 available
July 8th - July 12th (4-6th grade) ...read more
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Friday, May 17, 2024
Jon Stewart has announced a series of stand-up Comedy performances that include an 8:00pm Mohegan Sun Arena show on Friday, September 13th.
Tickets to this phone-free experience go on sale Friday, May 17th at 10:00am via Ticketmaster.com. Subject to availability, Stewart's fans can purchase tickets at the Mohegan Sun Box Office starting on Saturday, May 18th.
Considered one of America’s ...read more
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Thursday, May 16, 2024
Your next career is at Electric Boat! Explore our Ships Testing Organization, Inspection & Supervision
Scan the QR Code to register!
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Friday, May 10, 2024
The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center is pleased to announce its 2024 summer season and the artists selected for its prestigious programs. This season marks the O’Neill’s 60th Anniversary since the new work development center was founded in 1964.
The season will once again begin with the National Puppetry Conference. Artists from around the world will gather to develop their skills and create new ...read more
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Friday, May 10, 2024
Network Monthly Luncheon - May 15, 202405/15/202411:30 AM - 1:15 PMLangley's Restaurant at Great Neck Country Club, 28 Lamphere Road, Waterford, CT 06385Member Registration – $25.00 Non-member Registration – $25.00 REGISTER HERE
Transformative Art at the Garde Arts Center – Jeanne Sigel
Be sure to join us Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 11:30 am Langley's Restaurant at Great Neck Country Club, ...read more
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Thursday, May 09, 2024
Mohegan Sun is excited to announce the return of Pride Weekend! On Saturday, June 8th and Sunday, June 9th, celebrate the LGBTQ+ community with various fun-filled Pride activities including the Connecticut Sun Pride Game, Pride on the Sun Patio, Cocktails & Queens in The Cabaret Theatre, Pride @ Night and Drag Bingo Brunch Presented by Troupe429!
Connecticut Sun Pride Game| Mohegan Sun Arena | ...read more
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Friday, January 08, 2021
Music Matters on YouTube: Schumann Chamber Duos
Saturday, January 23 at 5pm
Prerecorded at La Grua Center and aired on our YouTube channel. A private link to the concert will be shared with ticket holders the day of the concert.
Maksim Shtrykov, 19th-century-style boxwood clarinet
Misuzu Tanaka, piano
MM 11 Recital I – Clara & Robert Schumann, on boxwood clarinet
Clara Schumann Drei ...read more
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Tuesday, January 05, 2021
Virtual Opening Friday, January 15 at 5pm with a recorded walk through on our YouTube channel. In-person gallery hours start Wednesday, January 20.Please note masks and social distancing guidelines remain in effect.
January & February 2021 at La Grua Center
Artists Respond to Crisis (ARC) is a collective group of artists united in their unique mission to raise money for relevant and important ...read more
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Tuesday, December 22, 2020
Saturday, January 9, 2021 from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Three Rivers Community College is holding a virtual Super Saturday to assist students with enrolling and registering for the Spring semester on Saturday, January 9 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Students can take advantage of these extended Saturday hours to speak with an advisor and register from the comfort and safety of home. At Three Rivers, ...read more
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Tuesday, December 22, 2020
Give a gift card for a summer cruise aboard the sailing schooner Argia.
Visit www.ArgiaMystic.com to purchase a Gift Card. Available to purchase for a Holiday gift through 3pm on December 23rd. *Choose "Email" delivery option in order to receive card by Christmas.
Visit our website for more about a cruise aboard ARGIA
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Monday, December 14, 2020
Out of Concern for COVID-19, Carolers to Sing from Their Cars
The annual Community Carol Sing at Mystic Seaport Museum will be held Sunday, December 20, from 3 to 4 p.m. This will be the 73rd year the Museum has held the event.
To accommodate a safe and socially distant event due to COVID-19, the singalong will be held as a drive-in at the Museum’s south parking lot. The songs will be broadcast ...read more
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Tuesday, December 08, 2020
Join us for a Virtual Open House that will walk you through Three River Community College’s job skill-related classes and programs in Allied Health, Manufacturing, and Professional Development. From the comfort and safety of home, staff will give an overview of available Spring Courses, ways to use SNAP benefits for course credit, the Manufacturing Pipeline as well as introduce local Community ...read more
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Tuesday, December 08, 2020
The following events are rescheduled as listed:
Elf on the Shelf: December 13th (formerly December 5th) - A game of hide-and-seek in downtown New London like no other, downtown businesses will display the popular Elf on the Shelf inside their businesses and in their storefronts for walkers to discover as they stroll through downtown. As a special surprise, the Elf on the Shelf will come to life ...read more
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Tuesday, December 01, 2020
GivingTuesday, on December 1, is a day the world stops to give back to those non-profit organizations who contribute so much to their communities. GivingTuesday is also a day we thank you for your continuing and increased support of the Garde.
Just today we received word that the State of Connecticut will be giving the Garde a matching grant of $182,800 for the more than $350,000 that was raised ...read more
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Tuesday, December 01, 2020
Join Norwich Arts Center for Small Treasures Holiday Show Saturday December 5, 12:00-4:00 pm
Original artwork and find crafts by NAC artists! Masks required.
Plus, Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT members enjoy free gift wrapping!View the flyer
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Monday, November 30, 2020
Youth Holiday Greens Workshop
Sunday, December 13 at 10am and 11am
Space is limited! Join us as we partner with the Stonington Garden Club to offer this virtual youth art workshop where we will create a holiday greens centerpiece. This workshop is free, but registration is required. There will be two sessions, one at 10am and the second at 12pm. Both will last approximately 30 minutes. Materials ...read more
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Monday, November 30, 2020
This Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council virtual meeting takes place on Wednesday, December 9 via Zoom
Waterford, CT (November 23, 2020) – The Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) announced today that Peter Beinart is to speak on US foreign policy under a Biden Administration at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 9, 2020, via Zoom. The virtual presentation is free for ...read more
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Monday, November 30, 2020
Get Your Local Business on Google Search and Maps
December 9, 2020
11am – noon
Details and registration available here
Showing up when customers are searching online is more important than ever. And as more customers shop online this holiday season, make sure your business is properly prepared. Help them find accurate and up-to-date information about your local business on Google Search ...read more
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Monday, November 23, 2020
The Magic of Christmas Celebration
This year’s celebration features new twists on the traditional décor. Imagine a fictional mantel-decorating contest in the Griswold boardinghouse between the historic Lyme Art Colony artists. Inspired by their paintings, they rummage through their studios as well as old trunks in Miss Florence’s attic for festive objets d’art and holiday decorations. Miss ...read more
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Monday, November 23, 2020
The New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS) announcing their Holiday Online Art Show. The show displays the works from over 35 local artists, artisans, and vendors.
Featured in the show are not only arts, crafts, and jewelry from local artists and artisans, but six local vendors will be offering discounts on their wares when shoppers mention NESS at checkout or use an online ...read more
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Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Within every object, tool or device are dozens of components that work together to represent the highest levels of creativity, passion and achievement of their time. When it comes to the objects we use every day, the sum really is greater than the parts.
Things Come Apart, a traveling exhibition circulated by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service (SITES), features the works ...read more
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Tuesday, November 17, 2020
When: Wednesday, November 18, 2020, 6:00 p.m. Where: Virtually! Registration required. The link to join us will be emailed with your registration confirmation. We will be using Zoom meetings.
If you are new to Zoom virtual meetings and would like to learn more about how to join us, visit zoom.us for more information. Also feel free to call us at 860-912-5718 for technical advice prior to the ...read more
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Tuesday, November 17, 2020
A Safe, Outdoor Event for the Entire Family
Mystic Seaport Museum invites the public to mark the holidays with a new event, Lantern Light Village, an outdoor, free-roaming experience designed to celebrate the best of both the contemporary and 19th-century holiday seasons.
The event replaces the Museum’s traditional Lantern Light Tours, which was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
“We ...read more
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Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Acts of Courage, An Indie Playlist Event!Wednesday, November 19 | 7 pm ET
Independent bookstores & presses are teaming up to bring you a virtual conversation with Roxane Gay (Untamed State, Bad Feminist) and Okey Ndibe (Arrows of Rain, Foreign Gods Inc.)!
The two writers will discuss their brilliant debut novels and explore the concept of courage amid chaos.
This is an Indie Playlist event, ...read more
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Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Miosotys Santiago releases her memoir, God's Diamond, in a virtual event on November 18, 10am-9pm. An intimate and engaging event full of fun, Q&A, and opportunity to get to know the author as he introduces her memoir to the world. The day is filled with speakers and fun.
Books are available here. Register for the launch event here
Miosotys Santiago is the founder of Exemplify to Edify, LLC and ...read more
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Tuesday, November 17, 2020
The High Hopes Holiday Market is going virtual. The virtual Market will open November 15th and conclude on Small Business Saturday, November 28th.
From the comfort of your couch, find that perfect gift for everyone on your holiday list! The Market’s mission is, and always has been to create a vibrant, experiential marketplace which promotes local artisans and small businesses while raising ...read more
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Monday, November 16, 2020
Wednesday, December 2 at 6pm
Registration is free and open to the public. Space is limited. Visit our website to sign up. A link for the talk will be sent to registrants approximately two hours before the start of the event, and then again approximately 15 minutes before the start.
In conjunction with our current exhibit, Stories of Resilience: Encountering Racism, La Grua Center and the ...read more
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Monday, November 16, 2020
Are you interested in enjoying locally grown food this Thanksgiving? Healthy PlanEat, a new sustainable food startup, is offering a series of Thanksgiving pick up events. Order Saturday, November 14th through Thursday, November 19th at this link: https://bit.ly/hpthanksgiving2020
And pick up your order at one of the following pick up points:
East Lyme, Saturday, November 21st, 9:30 - 11 am at ...read more
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Thursday, November 12, 2020
Title IX: A Pop-Up by Bank Square Books will be opening in New London, CT for the holiday season. Title IX will be located at 345 State Street, known as The Cottage, on The Garde Arts Center property and will offer a curated selection of books ranging from bestsellers to children’s titles, with a focus on social justice themes.
Mystic’s Bank Square Books will be “popping up” in downtown New ...read more
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Friday, November 06, 2020
Three Rivers Community College is holding a Week-Long Virtual Open House for prospective students of all ages to attend from the safety of their homes. This event is an opportunity to learn more about Three Rivers and the flexible, affordable college education it offers. The Virtual Open House will be held each day from Monday, November 16 through Friday, November 20 from 12:00–1:30 p.m. It is ...read more
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Tuesday, November 03, 2020
The Eugene O'Neill Theater Center is celebrating the 30th anniversary of the National Puppetry Conference on November 14, 2020! Join us (virtually) for any or all of the evening's events! The Pub Show will be hosted by Tyler Bunch & Jon Little, featuring Leslie Carrara-Rudolph, Alice Gottschalk, Phillip Huber, Teatro Hugo & Ines, Mervyn Millar, Bernd Ogrodnik, and more! All funds raised support ...read more
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Monday, November 02, 2020
These sessions are open to all Connecticut artists!
NOVEMBER 10THSelf-Care Practice for Artists
Self-Care Practice for Artists is a workshop designed to offer a safe space and supportive environment for artists to come together and consult with a panel of coaches and healers who specialize in healing efforts for creative individuals. The workshop will address how to clear blocks, work through ...read more
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Tuesday, October 27, 2020
VETS ROCK 2020
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6
Mohegan Sun celebrates active duty military, veterans and reserves with a day of valuable programs and resources. This expo is focused on enhancing the lives of our service members by providing information on virtual job fair opportunities, veteran service organizations and other resources. Veterans, reserves and active duty members can pre-register for the free ...read more
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Tuesday, October 27, 2020
Local Treasures: Film Makers Christopher Kepple & Cormac O'Malley ~ A Call to ArtsWednesday, November 11 at 6pm
Join us for a virtual chat with the local film
Join us for a virtual chat with the local film maker Christopher Kepple and local historian Cormac O'Malley as they discuss their new documentary, A Call to Arts.
This film explores Helen Hooker and Ernie O’Malley’s lives and their ...read more
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Tuesday, October 27, 2020
LJ Shoreline Realty is sponsoring a stuff a truck event from November 21-November 24th in the parking lot of Gumdrops and Lollipops Sweet Shoppe at 334 Main Street in downtown Niantic. Stuff the LJ Shoreline Tundra with new pet supplies and food during this time. This drive will benefit the Waterford branch of the CT Humane Society.
Please come by with a donation! For info contact Laurie @ ...read more
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Monday, October 26, 2020
It’s an afternoon of candy skulls, skeletons and dancing when Mexico Beyond Mariachi presents Sugar Skull! A Virtual Día de Muertos Adventure on Sunday, November 1 at 2 pm on Jorgensen Digital Stage. With a new script and pre-recorded educational content, Sugar Skull! has adapted their performance for a livestream show. The family-friendly performance tells the heartwarming story of the ...read more
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Monday, October 26, 2020
All funds raised go to End Alzheimer's
Open registration: November 1 - November 30
Entry fee: $100 to include 3 virtual classes
Photo submission deadline: Thursday, December 3
Email photos to: jtillinghast@elmbrookvillage.com
Drop-off deadline: Monday, December 7
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Friday, October 23, 2020
Registration opens on Monday, October 26 for the Winter Session at Three Rivers Community College. Courses fill quickly so early registration is encouraged. Winter Session classes run from Tuesday, December 29 to Tuesday, January 19, enabling students to earn 3-4 credits in just three weeks.
Most of the courses are offered completely online, enabling students to take classes from the comfort of ...read more
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Friday, October 23, 2020
The Travelers Championship announced that the 2020 tournament generated more than $1.6 million for 115 local charities through the generosity of corporate sponsors, including Travelers.
“Despite being held as a TV-only event due to the pandemic, we’re grateful that we were able to generate a significant amount of money for local charities while keeping the players and our greater community ...read more
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Monday, October 19, 2020
Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts will livestream four performances this fall on their new virtual platform, Jorgensen Digital Stage. The platform was created over the summer in response to the Covid-19 pandemic.
“Jorgensen Digital Stage is as close as we all can get to live entertainment right now,” said Rodney Rock, Jorgensen director. “We’re dedicated to bringing back live ...read more
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Monday, October 19, 2020
Music Matters on YouTube: Classical-era Chamber Music by Haydn & Mozart
Saturday, October 24 at 5pm
[Please note the previously scheduled concert for this date and time, Schumann Chamber Duos, has been rescheduled to November 21st.]
Prerecorded at La Grua Center and aired on our YouTube channel. A private link the concert will be shared with ticket holders the day of the concert.
Tickets $10 ...read more
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Wednesday, October 14, 2020
As communities around the world turn toward alternative energy solutions, Mystic Aquarium has unveiled a newly expanded exhibit that showcases a vast, largely untapped source of renewable energy: the ocean. From motion technology that converts the movement of waves, currents and tides into electricity, to offshore turbines that harness the power of wind and transfer that energy through underwater ...read more
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Wednesday, October 14, 2020
Join the Alzheimer's Association Connecticut Chapter in conversation with workplace leaders as we examine the unique challenges faced by working family caregivers, and how employers are responding during these difficult times.
Hear from experts in people operations, wellness, and research to learn how the increasing demands of working caregivers are affecting employee health, performance, and ...read more
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Tuesday, October 13, 2020
Artists Sunday™
Sunday, November 29, 2020
Let's Help Individual Artists Thrive!
Artists Sunday is an arts-focused shopping day the first Sunday after Thanksgiving, the largest shopping weekend of the year! The goal is simple: to help artists sell more of their work during the fall holiday season and to help shoppers find unique, personal and hand-made gifts for their loved ones!
Planted ...read more
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Tuesday, October 13, 2020
Otis Library’s 12th Annual O’tis a Festival is online this year! The festival of all things creative will be streaming live on Otis Library’s YouTube page on Saturday, November 21, from 10am to 3pm. Otis Library is taking this much-loved community event online for a virtual festival packed with entertainment and beautiful handmade crafts. Get all of your holiday shopping done from the comfort and ...read more
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Monday, October 12, 2020
Join us in supporting Girls on the Run of Southeastern Connecticut and women in film at our 2020 virtual LUNAFEST! This traveling film festival, created by Luna Bar, features award-winning short films by, for, and about women. These films are thought provoking and will make you laugh, cry, and most of all, leave you inspired. The short films are not formally rated but recommended for ages 14 and ...read more
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Monday, October 12, 2020
Fall foliage cart tour of Fox Hopyard Golf Club
Food stations, full harvest dinner in the outdoor pavilion. Firepits, S'mores, live music, cash bar
$50pp plus tax and gratuity
Oct 18, 2020 4pm
Reservations required 860-434-6644
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Thursday, October 08, 2020
Seasonal Celebration features Pumpkin Carving, Jack-o-Lantern Walk, and Children’s Costume Parade
Mystic Seaport Museum celebrates fall and Halloween this year with Halloween Happenings, three family-friendly events spread over eight days, with the highlight being a Jack-o-Lantern Walk through the Museum grounds.
Beginning Monday, October 26 and running through Friday, October 30, the Museum ...read more
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Tuesday, October 06, 2020
Tanger Outlets at Foxwoods is hosting a job fair on Thursday, October 8th from 11am-7pm. Stop by Shopper Services to meet Tanger representatives and receive a list of participating stores, or to apply for a Customer Service Representative position. Hiring stores include Banana Republic, Clarks, Under Armour and more. Please be sure to bring your resume. If you are interested but unable to attend, ...read more
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Tuesday, October 06, 2020
Smilow Cancer Hospital and Yale Cancer Center are offering “Emotional Intelligence: Permission to Feel to Achieve Well-Being,” a Smilow Wellness Workshop webinar on Thursday, October 8 at 4 pm. The interactive online event is free via Zoom.
We have all experienced a roller coaster of emotions over the past few months. Emotions influence learning, decision-making, relationships, health and ...read more
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Tuesday, October 06, 2020
High Hopes Therapeutic Riding, Inc. is holding Raffle for a Cause. The November 29 drawing features the grand prize, a 2020 Subaru Forester 2.5i car. Second prize is a Apple iPad Mini, and third prize is an Amazon Echo Show.
Tickets for the Raffle for a Cause are available at highhopestr.org.About High Hopes
High Hopes is one of the oldest and largest therapeutic riding centers in the United ...read more
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Tuesday, October 06, 2020
Westbrook Outlets hosts a Harvest Festival October 10, 11am-4pm
Saturday, October 10th
Artisan & Farmer's Market Sidewalk SalesFamily Activities & PrizesPumpkin PatchFall Wreath Classes (Pre-Register Here)Free Hot Dog or Italian Ice for first 150 Shoppers to show a same-day Westbrook Outlets receipt (Limit 1 per family)
Featured Vendors:
Brianna’s Body ShopColorStreet Stylist (Aimee ...read more
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Tuesday, October 06, 2020
When: Thursday, October 15, 2020, 6:00 p.m.
Where: Virtually! Registration required. The link to join us will be emailed with your registration confirmation. We will be using Zoom meetings.
If you are new to Zoom virtual meetings and would like to learn more about how to join us, visit zoom.us for more information. Also feel free to call us at 860-912-5718 for technical advice prior to the ...read more
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Monday, October 05, 2020
The 2020 High Hopes Holiday Market is going virtual – Save the Date! The virtual Market will open November 15 and conclude on Small Business Saturday, November 28.
We are currently developing, with the partnership of the talented design team at Julia Balfour, LLC, a one-of-a-kind shopping directory where we are able to connect our talented Market artisans and small businesses with a broad ...read more
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Friday, October 02, 2020
October 28 and 29
Now more than ever, gambling and gaming disorder are affecting Connecticut residents as we spend more time online due to the COVID-related quarantines. With the possible expansion of legal gambling options reaching new levels in scope and diversity, we invite you to our 40th Anniversary Annual Conference to learn how we can help ensure that Connecticut puts systems in place to ...read more
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Wednesday, September 30, 2020
A $1,572 grant to Mystic Seaport Museum awarded by Connecticut Humanities will enable the Museum to hold a free online lecture series related to its new exhibition, Sailor Made: Folk Art of the Sea, which brings rarely-seen hand-crafted artifacts from the Museum’s collection to light. Three different speakers – Dr. Hester Blum, Nicolas Fox, and Dr. Nicole Williams – will explore Sailor Made from ...read more
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Wednesday, September 30, 2020
We are excited to announce the date for our Fall 2020 Virtual Career & Internship Fair will be October 14. The event will run from 1 to 5 pm and you will be able to utilize your preferred video platform to connect with our students (Zoom, WebEx, TEAMS, etc.). The fee for the fair is $50.00.
In addition to the opportunity to communicate 1 v 1 with our students, you may also opt to include a ...read more
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Tuesday, September 29, 2020
Consider involving family and friends from across the country and around the world
The 43rd annual Jack O’Keefe Memorial Strides Road Race, sponsored by The Arc Eastern Connecticut, will kick off in modern style going virtual this year. “Virtual road races are nothing new amid the pandemic, which has forced many agencies to think outside the box,” said Kathleen Stauffer, CEO of The Arc ECT. “So ...read more
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Monday, September 28, 2020
Panel Discussion & Exhibit Opening: Stories of Resilience: Encountering Racism
Wednesday, October 7 at 6pmFree
Register at lagruacenter.org
For questions contact: La Grua Center at 860.535.2300
The Stories of Resilience: Encountering Racism exhibition will kick off at La Grua Center with a free hour-long panel discussion featuring exhibit contributors on Wednesday, October 7 at 6pm on ...read more
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Thursday, September 24, 2020
Feed the Family 4 Free Project
October 7, 12:00-4:00 pm
OIC, 106 Truman StreetRead the Flyer here
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Thursday, September 24, 2020
The Emporium, an upscale thrift store on 22 RT 171 in Woodstock, will be reopening for shopping on October 5th. One of The Arc Eastern Connecticut’s micro-enterprises, The Emporium provides people with intellectual and developmental disabilities the skills they can use to secure competitive employment with area businesses. “We’re so happy to be able to finally re-open again,” said Jennifer Ricci, ...read more
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Thursday, September 24, 2020
Wednesday, October 14 at 6pm
Writer and Journalist Connie Shultz
Media Matters Series
Join us for a virtual chat with Pulitzer Prize-winning writer and journalist Connie Schultz, in conversation with former New York Times editorial writer Maura Casey.
Connie will discuss her first novel, The Daughters of Erietown, which came out in June, as well as reflect on current events and happenings in ...read more
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Thursday, September 24, 2020
The Alzheimer’s Association is inviting everyone in Connecticut to join the fight to end this disease by participating in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® on three different weekends this fall.
The Connecticut Walks to End Alzheimer’s will continue, and instead of hosting large gatherings, the Alzheimer’s Association is encouraging people to walk as individuals or in small ...read more
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Thursday, September 24, 2020
The New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS), and event organizer Neff Productions, is hosting a Kids & Family Fishing Tourney at City Pier on Saturday, September 26th from 11:00a.m. to 12:00p.m. This kids’ fishing event is catch-and-release and open to participants with all levels of experience. Parents and guardians are welcome to participate; however, supplied fishing poles will be ...read more
Categories: Events, Community & People
Tuesday, September 22, 2020
All photographers from the region are invited to submit up to three works in color or black & white for consideration in this year’s juried photography exhibition at the Hygienic Galleries.
Offered only once per year, this will be the tenth iteration of The f-Stops Here.
Prizes will be given to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place!
Drop off: Friday/Saturday Oct. 9-10th, 12-7pm & Sunday Oct. 11th ...read more
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Tuesday, September 22, 2020
The Main Street program was founded 40 years ago during a time of crisis, when our traditional downtowns were left for dead. We know how to come back!
Join CT Main Street and this ensemble of dedicated and talented downtown professionals for a conversation about what they've learned during the pandemic - and how they're helping small businesses and their communities.
Wednesday, September 30, ...read more
Categories: COVID-19, Events
Tuesday, September 22, 2020
While our American Job Center offices in Montville, Willimantic and Danielson are currently closed, we want to help you find a job – virtually!
Since we cannot do in-person recruitments right now, the American Job Centers of Eastern CT are hosting Virtual Hiring Events to help you find employment. We are using a Zoom Platform which will let you interview one-on-one, face-to-face with an ...read more
Categories: COVID-19, Events, Business
Tuesday, September 22, 2020
Wednesday September 30, 6pm
via Zoom
The Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) announced today that George Packer is to speak on his biography of diplomat Richard Holbrooke at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday September 30 via Zoom.
In his book “Our Man: Richard Holbrooke and the End of the American Century”, George Packer tells the story of Richard Holbrooke, the diplomat who was the ...read more
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Monday, September 21, 2020
Bank to host three free, secure, and safe shred and recycling events
Many have spent a lot of time at home over the last six months, and likely had an opportunity to go through old bank statements, bills, tax documents and other sensitive records. If you haven’t yet been able to securely shred this paperwork, Chelsea Groton Bank is providing FREE secure document shredding services this fall, ...read more
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Friday, September 18, 2020
To help participants stay safe, the 3rd annual ConnectiCare Gran Fondo is being hosted virtually. During the entire month of September, participants of all ages and skill levels are welcome to cycle, walk, or run.
Participants will have the entire month of September to complete a wide range of physical challenges and reach fundraising benchmarks to receive virtual bingo cards and earn ...read more
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Wednesday, September 16, 2020
FREE online Virtual event to benefit adults with intellectual disabilities.. There will be entertainment, inspirational stories, a DJ afterparty and of course Auction fun! The event will feature Sarah Cody of WTNH News Channel 8 as the emcee and nationally recognized Auctioneer/Comedian Justin James will bring laughter and fun to our online auction.
The link to get the app and register for FREE ...read more
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Tuesday, September 15, 2020
Gallery opening in Harris Building:
Cathy Fosnot, a long-term resident of New London most known for her work in math education, is opening a new gallery in the Harris Building at 165 State St. (Atrium 102) on Friday, September 18 at 6pm. The opening exhibition will be her own works, which she created as the global pandemic forced closures. The exhibition opening will be from 6-8PM and runs ...read more
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Tuesday, September 15, 2020
Benefit-in-a-BoxOrder now through September 21 Even though we can’t gather under the tent for our 38th Annual Benefit Auction, you can still support our most important fundraiser of the year by ordering your own portable FloGris party! With our Benefit-in-a-Box idea, we’ll provide all you need – wine, glasses, chocolate, fancy napkins, the works! – to celebrate the Museum and support its mission ...read more
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Monday, September 14, 2020
This year’s Big E may be cancelled, but your Connecticut Building favorites are still on!
We’ve created a brand-new Connecticut Building experience so you don’t have to be on the fairgrounds to savor the Big E’s best treats.
Order maple candied bacon kits right to your door or get special deals to visit your favorites in-person — like the famous baked potatoes from Danny’s Smokehouse Grill! ...read more
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Monday, September 14, 2020
Join us virtually for the 20th Annual Monte Cristo Award. We'll be celebrating former CEO/Producer Preston Whiteway with many O'Neill friends from his 16-year tenure!
Sunday, October 4 at 8pm
Tickets start at $25.
Performers and special guests to be announced. Tickets & More here. Party Packages from Ivy's Simply Homemade & Beer'd are available for CT-based attendees.
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Friday, September 11, 2020
Employment Considerations for the Return of COVID-19 Shut Downs
Many business and human resources leaders were caught off guard when state governors ordered non-essential businesses to close and workers to stay at home in March 2020. With states witnessing the rise of COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths, some expect state governors to once again impose severe limitations on non-essential ...read more
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Wednesday, September 09, 2020
The New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS), Town of Westerly, Eastern Surfing Association (ESA), and North American Marine Environment Protection Association (NAMEPA) announce the 9th Annual Catch-A-Curl Youth Surf Competition and Beach Cleanup. The event will be held at the Westerly Town Beach (365 Atlantic Avenue) in Rhode Island on Saturday, September 19.
Catch-A-Curl is open to ...read more
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Wednesday, September 09, 2020
Join a virtual workshop on advantages of memory care communities and important information on infection control presented by Teepa Snow on September 24, 11:45 am-1 pm.
The event is for seniors, families, caregivers, professionals and will walk through infection control amid our current COVID climate, highlighting those with memory impairment challenges.
Space is limited, registration is ...read more
Categories: COVID-19, Events
Wednesday, September 09, 2020
The scourge of domestic violence in our communities is only worsened by the ongoing pandemic. Victims — adults and children alike — face not only the physical harm of living in a violent home but, should they flee, are now more likely to encounter homelessness and hunger.
Safe Futures continues to help families and individuals navigate these crises, and your support is vital to that effort. This ...read more
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Tuesday, September 08, 2020
Happy 1st Birthday to Elmbrook Village on September 16th!
We can't believe that we are approaching our one year birthday.
To help with the celebration we will be hosting a Happy Birthday Elmbrook Village PARADE. What we would like to do is have your company join us by decorating your vehicle--Let's have some fun!
Here are the details for our Birthday PARADEStep 1
RSVP to this email to sign up ...read more
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Friday, September 04, 2020
As a result of the current health crisis, the ECSO announces small ensemble performances in various locations in the near future through the program titled “Soundscape”. This will encompass non-traditional offerings that give patrons access to our musicians and orchestral music in a safe environment. Upcoming events are listed below, and seats will be available on a first-come, first-served ...read more
Categories: COVID-19, Events
Friday, September 04, 2020
Thursday, September 17 at 6pm
Join us via Zoom for a virtual chat with puppeteer Pam, Arciero and her special friend Leona Lioness!
Pam Arciero is the Artistic Director of the National Puppetry Conference at the O'Neill Theater Center. Pam performs for film, television and theater, notably as a puppeteer with Sesame Street (Grundgetta Grouch, Oscar's girlfriend, and assorted characters) and for ...read more
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Thursday, September 03, 2020
As a result of the current health crisis, the ECSO announces small ensemble performances in various locations in the near future through the program titled “Soundscape”. This will encompass non-traditional offerings that give patrons access to our musicians and orchestral music in a safe environment. Upcoming events are listed below, and seats will be available on a first-come, first-served basis ...read more
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Tuesday, September 01, 2020
There's no rest for real shoppers this Labor Day. Westbrook Outlets features sidewalk sales September 5-7 and a special Artisan Market on Saturday, September 5, 11-4pm. Enjoy sales, prizes, and more this weekend! Check out the sales and deals. Westbrook Outlets features leading designer and name brands which offer savings of up to 70 percent off regular retail prices.
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Tuesday, September 01, 2020
The Cultural Coalition and the Connecticut Airport Authority, manager/operator of Groton – New London Airport, are seeking exhibitors for 2021. Artists, arts or community organizations with a desire and ability to take advantage of this unique exhibit space that engages new audiences, and who voluntarily partner in this endeavor, are encouraged to apply. More information and photos of previous ...read more
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Tuesday, September 01, 2020
The Lyman Allyn Art Museum announces the opening of Stains Remain: Works by Michael Harvey, on view Aug. 29 through Nov. 1, 2020.
Harvey, an artist and writer who lives in Lyme, moved to New York in 1969, drawn by the art scene and the offer of a teaching position at The School of Visual Arts. The Lyman Allyn’s exhibition showcases recent paintings that contain personal elements – from ...read more
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Monday, August 31, 2020
Arriving Saturday, August 28 for Haul Out Sunday, August 31 Dry Dock Hull Maintenance through September 18
How do you plan for an ocean voyage on the Tall Ship of Delaware during a pandemic? This week Kalmar Nyckel is voyaging from Wilmington for the first ocean voyage of 2020, with a small but mighty crew of 16 officers and volunteers who just completed a 2-week quarantine to safely voyage to ...read more
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Monday, August 31, 2020
Sailor Made: Folk Art of the Sea Dives Deep into the Museum’s Collection to Explore the Rich and Surprising Creativity of the American Seafarer
When sailors went to sea in the 19th century, they faced difficult working conditions, cramped personal space onboard ship, and voyages that at times could stretch for months or even years. Sailor Made: Folk Art of the Sea, a new exhibition opening ...read more
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Thursday, August 20, 2020
Mystic Aquarium recently announced its annual Run/Walk for the Penguins fundraiser would go virtual in 2020, now through October 10. Not only will the new format allow the Aquarium’s community to continue its support of penguin conservation safely but also in fun and unique new ways. From adding a 10K option for running enthusiasts to a .5k waddle for the more sedentary, the goal remains to raise ...read more
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Thursday, August 20, 2020
In association with its new exhibition, A Way with Wood: Celebrating Craft, Mystic Seaport Museum will host Woodcraft Weekend August 29-30. Independent craftspeople and woodworkers will be spread throughout the Museum grounds displaying their projects and products, and providing demonstrations for visitors.
Participating artisans are:
Woodworkers Guild of Rhode Island – Demonstrating a range of ...read more
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Tuesday, August 18, 2020
Tuesday, September 1, 7pm
Live Stream featuring best selling author Jeff Benedict in conversation with NBC30 Sports Anchor Michael Holley
Streaming live from Boston MA and New London, CT – in the room at the Garde Arts Center where the book was written – watch the national kick-off of the new book The Dynasty, the definitive inside story of the New England Patriots—the greatest sports dynasty ...read more
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Monday, August 17, 2020
Please Join Us for Yoga Overlooking The Vines
Saturday, August 22nd and Saturday, September 26th
Yoga & Wine in Support of Hartford HealthCare at Home Center for Hospice Care at Preston Ridge Vineyard
To register or for more information, please go to www.prestonridgevineyard.com
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Monday, August 17, 2020
Win! Win! SUPPORT LA GRUA
Bidding Monday, August 10 to Saturday, August 22 at 10amAuction website for ticket purchase and bidding via this link.FREE ONLINE AUCTION VIEWING & BIDDINGGarden party for 20 at Stone Acres, a weekend at a private Vermont home, fine dining gift cards, experiences to learn new skills, and more!
$100 OCEAN HOUSE RAFFLE, ONLY 200 E-TICKETS AVAILABLE2 nights, exclusive ...read more
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Tuesday, August 11, 2020
Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation's 15th Annual Drive fro Diabetes Golf Tournament
Monday, September 21, 2020
Lake of Isles
For online registration, payments and additional information visit https://drive4diabetes.mptn-nsn.gov/register/
This year marks the 15th anniversary of the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation’s Drive for Diabetes golf tournament. This highly anticipated event takes place ...read more
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Tuesday, August 11, 2020
Shark Week Kicks off August 9
Discovery Channel’s Shark Week has become somewhat of a pop culture phenomenon. For Mystic Aquarium and the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy (AWSC), the more talk about sharks, the better. As the two New England organizations join in the excitement, they also join forces.
Mystic Aquarium and AWSC will be co-hosting a virtual Shark Trivia Challenge on Facebook ...read more
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Tuesday, August 04, 2020
Food drive on August 8, 9-12. hosted by the Young Leaders United and United Way of Southeastern CT at Groton Stop & Shop on Route 12.
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Monday, August 03, 2020
History in the Impressionist LandscapeWednesday, August 12 from 11am to 12pm Join Curator Amy Kurtz Lansing for a highlights tour that reveals the presence of multiple histories in landscape paintings by the Lyme Impressionists. Learn about ties between Native Americans, European settlers, enslaved peoples, and the lands depicted. The lecture takes place virtually via GoTo Webinar and a link to ...read more
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Monday, August 03, 2020
The Hygienic Artists' Cooperative presents As We Know It featuring
Casey Spec
Ryan Whiston
Bess Gaby
Troy Zaushny
Joseph Rivera
Link to the Hygienic Art Upcoming Exhibitions Page
The reception will be held outside in the Art Park with the artists on Saturday, August 8th from 6:30-9:00 pm and the exhibit will be on display in the Underground Gallery.
CASH BAR and BYOF from local ...read more
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Monday, August 03, 2020
Event to Feature Live Demonstrations, Workshops
Mystic Seaport Museum will hold its annual Antique Marine Engine Exposition Saturday and Sunday, August 15-16.
A collection of more than 150 antique marine engines will be on display, including inboards, outboards, gasoline, diesel, electric, and naphtha engines. The event is one of the largest gatherings of marine engines in the ...read more
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Thursday, July 30, 2020
Stonington, CT - The New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS) is pleased to host a virtual art show featuring over 30 local artists - Getting to the heART of Distance Learning - to engage the public and raise funds to support future virtual learning experiences that support students across the region in this challenging time.
NESS lauched a full catalog of 15 online experiential ...read more
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Thursday, July 30, 2020
Three Rivers Community College is holding a Virtual Open House for prospective students of all ages to attend from the safety of their homes. This event is an opportunity to learn more about Three Rivers and the flexible, affordable college education it offers. The Virtual Open House will be held Thursday, August 6 from 6:00–7:00 p.m. It is free and open to all; attendees simply need to register ...read more
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Thursday, July 30, 2020
The Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling invites you to submit a presentation for consideration for our upcoming 40th Anniversary Conference, which will take place on Thursday, October 15, 2020 at the Hilton Garden Inn in Glastonbury, Connecticut.
This conference will bring together a variety of mental and public health professionals as well as educators, students, people in recovery, ...read more
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Tuesday, July 28, 2020
Debuting Friday, July 24
11 Annual Stonington Artists Show Online
We are pleased to be presenting our Annual Stonington Artist show, now in its 11th summer, this year online! On Friday evening, July 24, a gallery of the images will be posted on our Facebook page, along with prices and information about the pieces. We hope you enjoy this new and temporary format, and look forward to when we can ...read more
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Thursday, July 23, 2020
Get Your Daily Dose of Iron!
at the
15th Annual Catholic Charities Golf Tournament
September 16, 2020
at Norwich Golf Course, Norwich, CT
Registration 11:00AM
Shotgun Start 12:30PM
Due to the pandemic and CT safety food regulations, there will be a change to consist of Catered Food Stations throughout the golf course from 11:30 am till 5:30 pm. Awards will be posted at ...read more
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Monday, July 20, 2020
The Artist Fellowship program provides recognition and funding support for Connecticut Artists and Creatives to pursue new work and advance their artistic careers.
Three (3) grant designations awarded:Artistic Excellence - $5,000Artist Fellowship - $3,000Emerging Recognition - $1,000
Artists of all disciplines are encouraged to apply. Be sure to review the program guidelines to learn more ...read more
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Monday, July 20, 2020
Historic square-rigger will depart Mystic Seaport Museum for two weeks of sail training and sea trials in New London before making journey to her home port
Plymouth, Massachusetts (July 15, 2020) – Plimoth Plantation, the living history museum of 17th century Massachusetts, is delighted to announce that MAYFLOWER II, its 64-year-old historic reproduction of the ship that brought the Pilgrims to ...read more
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Monday, July 20, 2020
Select Stores supporting the Community
Sunday, July 26 | 1-4pm
351 N. Frontage Road, New London, CT
#BackpackGiveaway
While supplies last, one per child.
"COVID-19 may have shut down our schools and our businesses, but it hasn’t put an end to some old-fashioned community service. As it has done in the past, Verizon Wireless Zone stores will be handing out free backpacks to local children who ...read more
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Monday, July 20, 2020
We’ve resumed our popular “This Weekend” page on CTvisit.com, which promotes events and drives traffic to our tourism attractions.
To let these highly motivated consumers know about your business’ happenings, please create new event listings or update your events on CTvisit.com, whether they are virtual or in-person.
If you want to create a new event listing, please start here. To create new ...read more
Categories: Events, Business
Monday, July 20, 2020
NEW LONDON – The Lyman Allyn Art Museum is pleased to announce the opening of a tasty new exhibition on July 18 highlighting the works of iconic sculptor and installation artist Peter Anton. The exhibition entitled Sweet Dreams: Confectionery Sculpture, which will be on view through October 18, showcases oversized sculptures of sweets using scale and intensity to lure, charm, ease, disarm and ...read more
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Monday, July 20, 2020
Private reservations are now available for booking
BEFORE OR AFTER HOURS!
Bring your group for some exclusive, adrenaline-filled fun on our tracks and trampolines
Hassle free booking | Exclusive space rental | No sharing of equipmentTrack Reservation
ONLY $299*
Includes up to 10 guests, one-hour private track rental
*+ Annual Racing Licenses ($7 per person)Trampoline ...read more
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Tuesday, July 14, 2020
July 28, 1-2 pm
Compassion Fatigue is an occupational hazard for those who are in the practice of helping others to make lifestyle transformations. This workshop will address and explore responses to trauma from the perspective of clients and helping professionals. Participants will learn techniques for working with trauma survivors and gamblers. It is also essential for healers to be resilient ...read more
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Tuesday, July 14, 2020
STEPS, Inc will hold a 2020 Virtual Summer Leadership Program for girls grades 6-12, August 3-7, 5:30-7pm. Register by July 27. Contact to register or learn more Gayle Rowe 860-941-7949 or info@stepsCT.org.
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Monday, July 13, 2020
The Alexey von Schlippe Gallery at UConn, Avery Point announces its summer show: Open Air: An Exhibition of Sculpture and Installation Art (July 15—September 30, 2020)
The Alexey von Schlippe Gallery at UConn, Avery Point is proud to announce its summer art exhibition: Open Air: An Exhibition of Sculpture and Installation Art. The exhibition was developed as a response to this unusual time of ...read more
Categories: COVID-19, Events
Wednesday, July 08, 2020
Saturday, July 25 at 5pm
This harpsichord concert will be pre-recorded at La Grua Center and aired on our YouTube channel.
J. C. F. Fischer Harpsichord suites Euterpe & Terpsichore
G. F. Handel Harpsichord suite in g & Chaconne in g
This July, Music Matters's own Elena Zamolodchikova will record brilliant harpsichord suites of the German High Baroque in the otherwise empty La Grua Center. ...read more
Categories: COVID-19, Events
Wednesday, July 08, 2020
We are all going through some challenging times, and STEPS felt it important to give our students an opportunity to express their feelings and share their concerns about current events. Let Your Voice Be Heard: An Empowering Guided Discussion let by Dr. Leah Russack-Baker will be held via Zoom on July 16, 6-7 pm.
This event is specifically for high school students (female and male) and is ...read more
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Friday, June 26, 2020
Mystic Seaport Museum will open a new exhibition, A Way with Wood: Celebrating Craft, on July 3, 2020.The show will introduce visitors to the many ways people transform one of nature’s most malleable materials to objects of utility, art, and beauty. It will be on display in the Thompson Exhibition Building’s Collins Gallery.
At the core of the exhibition will be a boat-restoration and ...read more
Categories: Events, Business
Friday, June 26, 2020
Youth Summer Art Video on La Grua's YouTube ChannelJuly /August 2020
In place of our usual in-person summer art workshops, this year we're excited to offer weekly youth art projects via our YouTube channel, starting on July 6th. We'll debut several for the first day, to give you a sampling of the variety we have in store; subsequent videos will be released on Mondays through the end of ...read more
Categories: COVID-19, Events
Thursday, June 18, 2020
The Southeastern CT Cultural Coalition and the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT will be featured at the national Americans for the Arts 2020 Annual Convention and Public Art & Civic Design Conference. The Coalition's Executive Director Wendy Bury and the Chamber's President and CEO Tony Sheridan will co-present at a session highlighting the agencies' collaboration as part of the three-day ...read more
Categories: Chamber in the News, Events
Monday, June 15, 2020
Thursday, June 25, 6 -7 p.m.
Let's have a Converstation with Leah Russack-Baker, a local clinical therapist with expertise in resiliency and self-leadership. This event is specifically for middle school students.
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Tuesday, June 09, 2020
Take a break from all-things-COVID and join us for this engaging talk about boating with author Tom Verde.
Every boat has a story to tell, says the author in his new book, In A Class of Their Own: Unique and Classic Boats of New England (Globe Pequot Press, 2020). The book features nearly forty such stories, including the fabled history of the cat boat; the first fiberglass sailing yacht; a NY ...read more
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Tuesday, June 09, 2020
Looking for something fun to do?
Want to help us raise money to End Alzheimer's, we have just the thing for you! Paint Sculpting!!!
We will be doing it virtually and if the state allows, offer a small group at Elmbrook Village, as well.
Please RVSP by July 10th with Jennifer Tillinghast to reserve your spot.
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Monday, June 08, 2020
The Region 1 Gambling Awareness Team presents Intro to Internet Gaming Disorder on Thursday, June 11 at 12 pm. To join RSVP to igillespis@communities4action.org.
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Monday, June 01, 2020
The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center announced today the 2020 summer season which will be held entirely online due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Throughout this new medium, the mission & values of the O’Neill ﹘ as the Launchpad of American Theater ﹘ remain vibrant and vital. The National Puppetry Conference, National Music Theater Conference , National Playwrights Conference , Cabaret & Performance ...read more
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Monday, June 01, 2020
On June 4th, 12:00 to 1:00 PM, Pat Munger Construction and their solar partner, Independence Solar, will discuss how a Solar PV system can enhance the efficiency of your commercial building. We will review the current incentives available to building owners in Connecticut, our installation process, featured case studies and our consultation offerings.
To learn more or register, click here.
To ...read more
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Friday, May 29, 2020
Three Rivers Community College is holding a Virtual Open House for prospective students of all ages to attend from the safety of their homes. While the Three Rivers campus may be closed temporarily due to Covid-19, the staff is still virtually available to provide information and answer questions. This event is an opportunity to learn more about Three Rivers and the flexible, affordable college ...read more
Categories: Events, COVID-19
Wednesday, May 27, 2020
As much of the country continues to self-isolate due to the coronavirus pandemic, medical centers across the United States are joining forces to start a countrywide movement of physical activity to honor and support frontline health care workers who have worked tirelessly to save lives. #FitForTheFrontLine is a national fitness challenge beginning Tuesday, May 26, and culminating on Sunday, June ...read more
Categories: Events, COVID-19
Wednesday, May 20, 2020
Virtual Happy Hour with Kristoff the Magician
Friday, June 12 at 5pm
Kristoff has been doing magic since he was 6 years old, working his way through college and law school performing in bars and restaurants. He is a member of the famous Magic Castle in Hollywood, California, where he performed late last year. This show is geared toward adults but suitable for all ages. Pour yourself a beverage ...read more
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Wednesday, May 13, 2020
The Alzheimer’s Association Connecticut Chapter is pleased to announce that Liz Shilosky will Chair the 2020 Eastern CT Walk to End Alzheimer’s.
“This is personal for me, as with many others. I’ve lost my mom and grandfather to this disease and currently have a sibling fighting the battle,” Shilosky says. “I’ve seen up close what this does to families and caregivers financially, physically and ...read more
Categories: Community & People, Events
Monday, May 11, 2020
Thames Valley Council for Community Action (TVCCA) has partnered with Franco’s Comedy for Your Cause and the Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce (GNACC) to host a virtual comedy fundraiser on Saturday, May 16, 2020 at 7:00 pm. The event will raise money for TVCCA’s Meals on Wheels program, which has seen a dramatic increase in requests for services that include nutritious meals and wellness ...read more
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Monday, May 11, 2020
Florence Griswold Museum's annual Garden Luncheon is both a joyful celebration of everything blooming and beautiful at the Museum (including some fabulous hats!)—and a vitally important fundraiser that supports the care and upkeep of this beloved historic landscape.
While circumstances prevent us from gathering for the luncheon this year, you can still help us achieve the mission of this ...read more
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Monday, May 11, 2020
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Tuesday, May 05, 2020
Join us for a virtual chat with Wall Street Journal reporter and Waterford native Julie Wernau, in conversation with former New York Times editorial writer Maura Casey.
Julie returned from China last month and continues to write on the coronavirus from Chicago. She will discuss her recent work reporting from Beijing, as well as her career in journalism. Both speakers are former reporters for The ...read more
Categories: COVID-19, Events
Monday, April 27, 2020
Food Drive
Friday, May 1, 2020
1:00 - 6:00 PM
Drop off all donations at Fulton-Theroux Funeral Home, 181 Ocean Ave., New London.
All donations will benefit our local food pantries.
We will have contact free drop off outside of the building available the day of the event in support of social distancing.
Categories: COVID-19, Events
Friday, April 24, 2020
Due to COVID-19, the 2020 O’Neill Summer Season will take place entirely online. Our 56th season will contain no public performances or events on our Waterford, CT campus. For the safety of our staff, artists, students, and audiences we feel this is the best course of action for our community. We will miss the 380 artists, 75 staff, 38 interns, 26 students, and hundreds of audience members who ...read more
Categories: Events, COVID-19
Friday, April 24, 2020
Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling, in partnership with Southern Connecticut State University, invite students, parents, and community participants on April 29, 2020 for an online panel discussion on Problem Gambling and College Students.
Hear personal stories from individuals in recovery and learn more about problem gambling and gaming on college campuses, as well as resources for help ...read more
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Friday, April 17, 2020
Pat Munger Construction Company has announced a free webinar taking place on April 22 at 11:30AM ET.
Presenter David DeMaio will share how building renewal extends the life of a building, increases its value and functionality, reduces maintenance costs, improves energy efficiency and reduces its carbon footprint, creates room for expansion, enhances aesthetic appeal, and improves employee morale ...read more
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Thursday, April 16, 2020
Travelers Championship Statement – Nathan Grube, Tournament Director
The PGA TOUR today announced that the 2020 Travelers Championship is currently scheduled as a TV-only event, broadcast by CBS and the Golf Channel, June 25–28. Conducting the tournament without crowds on-site is in the best interest of protecting everyone, including the Connecticut community at large.
Those who purchased ...read more
Categories: Events
Wednesday, April 15, 2020
The Covid-19 pandemic has provided a unique landscape in which all organizations have had to adjust their operations and expectations during this unprecedented time. The Connection, a statewide non-profit organization, and its Institute for Innovative Practice is inviting non-profit leaders to come together for a virtual roundtable discussion to share best practices, solve problems and learn from ...read more
Categories: COVID-19, Events
Tuesday, April 14, 2020
Mystified has created a special CAR EDITION scavenger hunt for families with elementary and middle school aged kids. It’s a mobile scavenger hunt for the kids that can be done while driving around Mystic. It will offer opportunities to visit trails and open spaces, but could be completed from the safety of your car.
Here is the storyline:
Corvus the Raven is up to his tricks again! Corvus ...read more
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Tuesday, March 17, 2020
Three Rivers Community College is excited to share that Teri Ashton, Professor of Nursing, has received the Nurse’s Touch Award, presented by ATI Nursing Education. This prestigious, nationally recognized honor is presented to nurse educators who excel at teaching technical knowledge and skills to their students.
Nurse’s Touch Award honorees are nominated by peers and managers each fall. A ...read more
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Tuesday, March 17, 2020
The health and safety of small business owners, their employees and our network of volunteers is our top priority. Therefore, in light of the growing concerns of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), SCORE has suspended all in-person events, including mentoring sessions and workshops, until further notice. We are reviewing available technology solutions in an effort to keep SCORE SECT connected to clients ...read more
Categories: Events, COVID-19
Monday, March 16, 2020
As of this update, the ECSO will cancel its upcoming events through April 30, or until Governor Lamont’s Executive Order is updated or replaced. These are currently as follows:
• Saturday, March 14th Instrumental Competition; to be rescheduled in the summer or early fall.
• Saturday, March 28th “Spring Strings” concert at the Garde Arts Center; tentatively postponed to Saturday, May 23rd. ...read more
Categories: Business, COVID-19, Events
Thursday, March 12, 2020
POSTPONED
A note from the organizer on 3/12/20:
Dear friends,
Due to the seriousness of the rapidly changing Coronavirus situation, Connecticut College has moved all their March events. Since this decision affects our on-campus Young Women’s Leadership Day, the event has been postponed until August 15, 2020. We certainly hope you will be able to join us on the new date. Please let us know ...read more
Categories: COVID-19, Events
Thursday, March 12, 2020
In efforts to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19, Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts will be cancelling seven upcoming performances. “The health and safety of our patrons is our utmost priority as the risk of contracting this virus grows daily,” said Rodney Rock, Director of Jorgensen. “While we regret the need to cancel these events, the decision was an informed one.” UConn has been ...read more
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Tuesday, March 10, 2020
The charismatic and innovative Arcis Saxophone Quartet will visit UConn’s Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts on Tuesday evening, March 31, to perform their program American Dreams, which takes the audience on a journey through a broad musical exhibition of the American way of life. The program features music from Reich, Dvořák, Bernstein, Barber, and Gershwin.
Arcis Saxophone Quartet ...read more
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Friday, March 06, 2020
Music Matters: Music from Scandanavia & the Shetlands
with Nordic Fiddlers BlocSaturday, March 21 at 5pm
Olav Luksengård Mjelva (NO)
hardanger fele, octave fiddleAnders Hall (SE)
fiddle, violaKevin Henderson (Shetland Isl.)
fiddle
Folk music from Scandinavia & the Shetlands
There's no richer fiddle tradition than that of Sweden, Norway, and the Shetland Islands. Join us to ...read more
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Thursday, March 05, 2020
TVCCA’s RSVP Veterans’ Coffeehouse is partnering with the Montville Senior Center to add a new gathering place for local veterans. The first meeting will be held Wednesday, March 11 from 9am to 11am. The Coffeehouse is scheduled to meet on the second Wednesday of each month. The Veterans’ Coffeehouse is a comfortable location for ALL veterans and their spouses to socialize and receive information ...read more
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Wednesday, March 04, 2020
Shoreline Power of Together hosts its first meeting of 2020 at Filomena's Restuarant on Tuesday, March 10th, 2020. Doors open at 6:45 and the meeting begins promptly at 7 PM.
Our group meets four times a year with the goal of making a positive impact on the community we live in and work in. One hour of your time, $100, and a giving heart is all you need to bring in order to make this impact ...read more
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Wednesday, March 04, 2020
The Travelers Championship today announced that Patrick Reed, the 2018 Masters champion whose recent victory at the WGC-Mexico Championship gave him eight career wins on the PGA TOUR, has committed to play in the 2020 tournament.
Reed, who is ranked No. 9 in the world, joins three other players in the tournament who are also among the top 10 in the current Official World Golf Ranking — No. 1 ...read more
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Wednesday, March 04, 2020
Emmy and Tony-Award winning actress Kristin Chenoweth promises an eclectic evening of song selections to UConn’s Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts on Friday, March 27, including personal reminiscences, Broadway showtunes, and music from her new album, “For the Girls.”
“For The Girls,” released late last year, is a heartfelt tribute to the great female singers throughout history, ...read more
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Tuesday, March 03, 2020
The Russian National Ballet brings the world’s most beloved romantic fairy tale to life with their highly-anticipated performance of Cinderella at UConn’s Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts on Tuesday, March 24th. Under the artistic direction of the company’s legendary founder, Elena Radchenko, the enchanting full-length ballet in two parts promises to entertain and delight audiences of ...read more
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Tuesday, March 03, 2020
One of the O'Neill's longest-running programs, the National Critics Institute is the only workshop in the country designed for arts writers, journalists, and cultural critics to strengthen their skills in an increasingly competitive and fast-paced industry. Director Chris Jones, chief theater critic and culture columnist for the Chicago Tribune, offers a two-week intensive course of study for ...read more
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Tuesday, March 03, 2020
The 2019-2020 season continues with an exciting program that features a Grammy Award winner and timeless compositions. Edward Elgar’s concert overture In the South opens the program with a boisterous theme re-purposed from another work, that joyfully expresses his experiences with his family in Italy. The soloist for the evening is Grammy-winning guitarist Jason Vieaux. Vieaux performs ...read more
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Monday, March 02, 2020
Join us on Thursday, March 12th at 4pm as Patty O'Brian, from Hartford Healthcare's Center for Healthy Aging, discuss strategies to work with individuals with cognitive loss. Research has shown that non-verbal communication can be very useful in interacting with your loved one. Facial expressions, gestures, body language and touch can have an impact that is far more effective than using words. In ...read more
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Friday, February 28, 2020
Food, Fitness, & Fun Series: Cookbook Author Dorie Greenspan in Conversation with Oyster Club Executive Chef James WaymanWednesday, March 18 at 6pm
Join us "in conversation" as Oyster Club's executive chef James Wayman talks with award-winning cookbook author Dorie Greenspan about her passion for food. Dorie has written 13 cookbooks, including her latest, Everyday Dorie and Dorie’s Cookies. This ...read more
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Friday, February 28, 2020
Three Rivers Community College is pleased to announce a solo exhibition by Roy Tookes, an artist and long-time Three Rivers employee. “Glitter” features a multitude of medias as Tookes creates with wood-burning, watercolor, acrylic, and oil and paints on everything from canvas to driftwood to river rocks. The show will run through Tuesday, March 31 in the Gallery at Three Rivers.
This is ...read more
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Thursday, February 27, 2020
The Travelers Championship today announced that Bryson DeChambeau, a five-time winner on the PGA TOUR, has committed to play in the 2020 tournament.
DeChambeau’s results have improved in each of the four years he played at TPC River Highlands. In his most recent start last year, DeChambeau tied for eighth.
“Bryson plays well here and enjoys competing in Connecticut,” said Travelers ...read more
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Wednesday, February 26, 2020
Winner of six Grammy awards and widely-regarded as the world’s best-known and best-loved Irish folk music group, The Chieftains return to Storrs on Saturday, March 14 to treat their audience to a night of rollicking traditional Irish music, dancing, and merriment in the cozy candlelit cabaret setting of UConn’s Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts.
The Storrs concert appearance, one stop ...read more
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Tuesday, February 25, 2020
Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is inviting Connecticut residents to participate in a community conversation on workforce development and education issues that he is hosting at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 26, 2020 in the Student Center Theatre on the campus of Eastern Connecticut State University in Willimantic.
The forum will give residents an opportunity to speak directly with ...read more
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Monday, February 24, 2020
CT Office of Tourism has their upcoming Conference on Tourism where you can learn from national tourism and travel experts on how to bring more to CT's tourist attractions.
Each year, the tourism conference is the biggest gathering of industry leaders in the state. This year, it promises to be packed with even more actionable ideas on how to attract more visitors.
3 reasons you should ...read more
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Monday, February 24, 2020
Call for Artists: The Art of Movement
Mystic, CT — Hartford HealthCare's Chase Family Movement Disorders Center will host "The Art of Movement," an exhibit of creative works by people living with Parkinson's Disease, in May in its new Mystic location. The exhibit is seeking works by people who have Parkinson's.
The exhibit is seeking all types of creative works, including painting, sculpting, ...read more
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Friday, February 21, 2020
Save the date for S.T.E.P.S second annual collaborative Bow-A-Thon taking place on Sunday, May 3, 2020 at Groton Bowling Center in Groton, CT. This is a family-friendly event that includes food specials as well as basket raffles. Bring your friends! Teams of 6-8 players can register and your shoe rental and 2 hours of bowling will be included in the admission price.Click here to register.
Contact ...read more
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Friday, February 21, 2020
Florence Griswold Museum is collaborating with Collette Tours to offer Discover Spain’s Classics, an 11-day excursion from Madrid to Barcelona. Travel dates will run from September 7-17, 2020. Together, we’ll experience Spain’s colorful pageant of art, history, and culture. Set against a backdrop that spans sunny Mediterranean shores and grand mountain ranges, this stunning destination is dotted ...read more
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Friday, February 21, 2020
The University of Connecticut Avery Point welcomes all local youngsters to attend a free reading party on Feb. 29 in support of the National Education Association’s Read Across America Day.
The event will run from 1-4 p.m. at the Branford House and the Student Center with live readings, games, crafts and a host of activities for children young and old. Each child will also be given a free book at ...read more
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Friday, February 21, 2020
Exhibit Opening: Monika Agnello of SETRA ARTES Gallery
Friday, March 6 from 5-7pm
For the month of March, we are delighted to present the work of local artist Monika Agnello of Setra Artes gallery in Westerly in this exhibit titled, I'll Be Right Back.... Opening reception Friday, March 6, from 5-7pm. Exhibit will run through the end of March.
From the artist:These are all the starts.
An ...read more
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Tuesday, February 18, 2020
The Travelers Championship today announced that Patrick Cantlay has committed to play in the 2020 tournament. Cantlay is a two-time winner on the PGA TOUR and is currently No. 6 in the Official World Golf Ranking. In 2011, Cantlay shot a 60 at TPC River Highlands — the lowest score by an amateur in PGA TOUR history — playing on a sponsor’s exemption as a 19-year-old.
“Patrick will always be ...read more
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Tuesday, February 18, 2020
Thursday, February 20, 20202 p.m. Eastern Time; 1 p.m. Central Time; 12 p.m. Mountain Time; 12 p.m. Arizona; 11 a.m. Pacific Time; 10 a.m. Alaska; 9 a.m. Hawaii
This free 60-minute webinar is open to all
This webinar will cover the following:What is the Gig Economy?How does a gig worker know if they are an employee or self-employed?Business expenses and recordkeeping for gig workersRules for ...read more
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Saturday, February 15, 2020
Come join Modern Health, Skintrixx and Nama_Soul this Saturday, February 15 at Rocks 21, 3 Williams Avenue, Mystic from 11a.m. - 3 p.m. Come support local small businesses at this free event and enjoy light refreshments in a great atmosphere.
Modern Health will have our high quality plant-based CBD products. Come sample/purchase our 500-1500mg tinctures that promote anxiety relief and ...read more
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Friday, February 14, 2020
For the second year in a row, Lawrence + Memorial Hospital (L+M) is partnering with the Hartford Marathon Foundation to present a signature running and walking event to the community on May 2, 2020, with the return of Spring Stride.
The event, held on a Saturday, will include a 10K road race, a 5K fun run (and walk) and a children’s run, all starting and finishing at the hospital at 365 Montauk ...read more
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Friday, February 14, 2020
In celebration of his 16-year tenure leading the organization, the Eugene O’Neill Theater Center will present Preston Whiteway with the 20th annual Monte Cristo Award. A gala dinner will be held at the Edison Ballroom (New York City) on Sunday, April 19, 2020.
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Tuesday, February 11, 2020
Esteemed community leaders Rodney Butler, Chairman of the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, and Rob Valenti, President/General Manager of the Valenti Family of Dealerships, will be among the hale and hardy to participate in Mystic Aquarium’s 7th Annual Seal Splash on Saturday, February 22, 2020. This arctic plunge benefits the organization’s Animal Rescue Program.
The duo will dive into the ...read more
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Wednesday, February 05, 2020
As we get deeper into the winter the City of Groton Cabaret 2020 Concert Series is going full-throttle with its third band of the series – Azalea Drive. Azalea Drive is one of the most popular bands in the region, playing at all sorts of venues throughout the area over the years. And now we have the distinct pleasure of having them play for us on Sunday, February 9th in the City of Groton ...read more
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Wednesday, February 05, 2020
Leap into your seat for this Leap Day concert featuring works by Mozart, Beethoven, and pieces and performers from Turkey. Throughout his career, Music Director and Conductor, Toshiyuki Shimada has visited Turkey to conduct many of the country’s leading orchestras. These collaborations have connected Toshi with some of the country’s most gifted artists. The evening opens with the orchestra ...read more
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Tuesday, February 04, 2020
Described by the Huffington Post as “delightful and funny with a breezy, upbeat score,” TheaterWorksUSA brings its fun-filled, song-filled production of Pete the Cat to the stage at UConn’s Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts on Sunday February 23 for a special 2:00 pm matinee performance.
Based on the New York Times #1 best-selling children’s books by authors Kimberly and James Dean, ...read more
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Tuesday, February 04, 2020
February 22 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
One of the most rewarding sounds for staff and volunteers in the Animal Rescue Program is a SPLASH! From the first splash of a healing harbor seal entering the med pool to the animal’s ultimate dive into the ocean on release day – to us, a splash means SUCCESS.
You, too, can make a splash by helping Mystic Aquarium’s Animal Rescue Team succeed in their ...read more
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Monday, February 03, 2020
Family Activities Include Ice Sculptures, Working Dog Demonstrations, Toy Boat Building, Arts and Crafts, and Special Music Concerts in the Planetarium Mystic Seaport Museum will hold its annual Ice Festival, February 15-17. The event will be three days of winter activities in conjunction with the exhibition J.M.W. Turner: Watercolors from Tate, now on display in the Museum’s Collins ...read more
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Tuesday, January 28, 2020
Continuing the Conversation on Race Presented by
Connecticut College, The Day
& The United States Coast Guard AcademyWednesday, February 12, 2020How To Be An Antiracist
New York Times bestselling author and professor of history and international relations, Ibram X. Kendi, discusses the subject matter of his third book, How To Be An Antiracist. According to Kendi, "The only way to undo ...read more
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Friday, January 24, 2020
On Our Minds Series: Planned Giving, with Nick Kepple & Beth Leamon
Wednesday, January 29 at 6pm
Join local estate planning attorneys Nicholas Kepple and Elizabeth Leamon to explore how you can create a planned giving strategy that meets your financial and philanthropic goals, maximizes tax benefits, and leaves a meaningful legacy of charitable giving. The program will focus on a discussion of ...read more
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Friday, January 24, 2020
Join us for fourteen free seminars on some of the biggest environmental issues challenging us today. Topics range from Bird Conservation to Approaches to Eating in the United States: Consequences for our Health and Environment, and Global Climate Change to Our Ancient Culture, taught by a range of experts in their fields. Congressman Joe Courtney will also address Earth Day ... 50 years! ...read more
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Monday, January 20, 2020
More Music Series: A Winter's Evening~Romantic TriosFriday, February 7 at 7pm
Join NYC-based chamber musicians violinist Hilary Castle, cellist Ani Kalayjian and pianist Milos Repicky for an evening of romantic, lush and indulgent music for piano trio. This program is the perfect preparation for Valentine’s Day as the incredible works delve into the essence of romanticism in classical ...read more
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Tuesday, January 14, 2020
Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. UConn Avery Point1084 Shennecossett Rd., Groton(Please notice venue change to accommodate larger than anticipated audience. It will now be held at the UConn Avery Point Auditorium (Academic building, 2nd floor).Presented by Mystic Oil, in partnership with Mystic Noank Library and The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CTEndre (Andy) Sarkany from the Holocaust & ...read more
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Monday, January 13, 2020
General Dynamics Electric Boat presents The Boat for Women. Discover what Electric Boat has to offer in this 3 week-long program for RI residents, February 4-20, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30-8:30 pm. Explore a different trade each night: pipefitting, electrical, welding, shipfitting, and machining. It's a chance to see if manufacturing is the career for you!
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MahoneySabol 5K at the Travelers Championship to Benefit ALS Clinic at the Hospital for Special Care
Monday, January 13, 2020
Our annual MahoneySabol 5K at the Travelers Championship will benefit the ALS Clinic at the Hospital for Special Care! This year’s event will feature a 5K Run and Kids .5-Mile or 1-Mile Run. For the third year, the event also highlight a 1.5-Mile Fitness Walk!
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Monday, January 13, 2020
OPENING RECEPTION - WHALERS & LANCERSFeaturing artwork from students of New London & Waterford High SchoolsFriday, Jan. 10 | 5:30 - 8:00pm
Join us for this vibrant and inspiring show featuring works from students in the art programs at both New London High School and Waterford High School.
Come encourage the next generation of arts leaders in our community!
Proudly sponsored by Waterford ...read more
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Tuesday, January 07, 2020
Kelli O'Connor, ECSO Principal Clarinetist to perform Artie Shaw's Clarinet Concerto.
The 2020 portion of the ECSO’s 19-20 season kicks off with a non-traditional pairing: the New London Big Band on the stage for the first time with the ECSO. Continuing the celebration of Music Director & Conductor Toshiyuki Shimada’s 10th anniversary, this concert presents a slate of national and local ...read more
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Tuesday, January 07, 2020
More Music: James HarrisFriday, January 31 at 7 pm
Join us for a performance by local guitarist and vocalist James Harris. James is known for his unique and interesting interpretations of well know acoustic classics: Beatles, Stones, Dylan, Neil Young; 80’s and 90’s rock with a jazz influence, and a variety of his own compelling original works.
Tickets $15
18 and under admitted free. Cash, ...read more
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Thursday, December 19, 2019
For over 45 years, High Hopes Therapeutic Riding based in Old Lyme, Connecticut, has served the public, managed a growing corps of volunteers, and seen ongoing success as a 501(c) 3 Non-Profit. Throughout January and February, we hold workshops suitable for all non-profits looking to improve their functionality and efficiency in the areas of: Non-Profit Administration, Finance, Governance, ...read more
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Monday, December 16, 2019
Music Matters: Irish Music in North America
Saturday, January 11 at 5pmShannon Heaton, vocals, wood flute, whistles
Matt Heaton, vocals, guitar, bouzouki, bodhránIrish Music in North AmericaLovely Annie • Mountain Road
Galway Rambler • Lover’s Lament
First Date • Pick the Lock
Cabin Boy • Giant of the Road
LuAnn's Jig • Paulline O'Neill's
Sailing Down Fulton Street • Lily of the ...read more
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Wednesday, November 27, 2019
Monday, December 9, 2019, 1:00-3:00 p.m. and 5:30─7:30 p.m.
Applying for financial aid for college doesn’t have to be stressful. Take the mystery out of FASFA when you attend one of two free workshops offered by Three Rivers Community College. If you or your child are planning to attend college in the Fall 2020, then you need to complete your 20/21 FAFSA application, no matter what college ...read more
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Friday, November 22, 2019
Youth Holiday Art Workshop at La Grua CenterSunday, December 15 from 10am-NoonFor the sixth year in a row, La Grua Center and the Stonington Garden Club are pleased to host our Kid’s Holiday Art Workshop! Local artisans will be on hand to help children create ornaments, cards, wreaths and other holiday treats, including a special table with our friends from Yellow Farmhouse Education Center!Drop ...read more
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Thursday, November 14, 2019
Music Matters: Cafe Lisboa
Portuguese Fado with Sonia Bettencourt & Guitarras do AtlanticoSaturday, December 14 at 5pm
In what has become a much beloved tradition, Sonia Bettencourt and Guitarras do Atlantico return to delight us with a December Fado performance. Fado is the folk music of Portuguese urban cafés and the ancient ports. It’s a haunting, wistful amalgam of Portuguese, Iberian, North ...read more
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Tuesday, November 12, 2019
Mystic Seaport Museum is celebrating 40 years of its holiday performance, Lantern Light Tours with a nod to past productions and a return to classic holiday themes.
A Mystic holiday tradition, Lantern Light Tours is a progressive play that weaves a heart-warming holiday story in the setting of the historic buildings and vessels of the Museum.
The Lantern Light Tours plot changes every ...read more
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Tuesday, November 12, 2019
The ECSO continues its 73rd season with an array of pieces that showcase the wide scope of the orchestral repertoire. Opening the concert in bombastic fashion is an arrangement of the iconic rock band Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody, a prog-rock operetta and one of their most popular songs. The Eastern Connecticut Symphony Chorus joins to open the concert with this piece.
Composer Charles Frink, an ...read more
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Tuesday, November 12, 2019
The Lyman Allyn Art Museum kicks off its Season of Wonderment on Saturday, Nov. 23 with the opening of its newest family-friendly exhibit, Grand Menagerie: Animals in Art! Throughout November and December, an array of activities and programs will provide holiday fun for the whole family. Please reserve your spots for programs that require RSVPs early. Check out the list below for more ...read more
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Monday, November 11, 2019
Hard Rock Cafe® Serves Up Limited-Time, Multi-Course Menu Offerings and Breakfast with Santa for the Holidays
It’s the most wonderful time of the year and Hard Rock Cafe® Foxwoods is inviting guests to a rockin’ celebration with holiday-themed family events and two limited-time, pre-fixe menu options. Available from 12/2/2019 to 1/1/2020, Hard Rock Cafe Foxwoods Festive Menu and Kiss Me Under ...read more
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Monday, November 04, 2019
At Three Rivers, students can use their winter break to earn 3 to 4 credits in less than 3 weeks and fulfill a degree requirement or prerequisite. The Winter Session at Three Rivers Community College begins on Thursday, December 26 and runs through Thursday, January 16. Registration is now open and runs through Tuesday, December 24.
Most courses are offered completely online, enabling students to ...read more
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Monday, November 04, 2019
Music Matters: Heartfelt Salon, Intimate Stage
Saturday, November 23 at 5pmSonja Du Toit Tengblad, sopranoEmily Marvosh, contraltoJoseph Turbessi, pianosHearfelt Salon, Intimate StageMiddle-English love song Bryd one brere
Elizabethan songs by Thomas Morley
Handel arias from Ariodante & Judas Maccabeus
trad. Northumberland Blow the Wind ...read more
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Monday, November 04, 2019
Exhibit Openings
Friday, November 8 from 5-7pm (remarks and short video at 5:45)
Saturday, November 9 from 2-4pm (remarks and short video at 3:45)
“Pawcatuck Remembers: 80 Years at the 40 Field Street School”
Pawcatuck Remembers is a student-developed art exhibition and book project capturing snapshots and stories of the school since 1939.
Remarks and short video viewing at 5:45 on Friday ...read more
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Tuesday, October 29, 2019
Join us at 5 pm on Friday, November 1 for a free seminar on bats. “Bat Crazy” is a presentation by bat expert and biologist, Maureen Heidtmann, who has worked with bats for more than 25 years. She is a licensed wildlife rehabilitator and a Certified Wildlife Conservationist with the State of Connecticut’s DEEP. She also fosters bats and will have two with her to show.
The presentation is free and ...read more
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Tuesday, October 29, 2019
11th Annual Fine Arts & Crafts FairSaturday, November 16 from 9:30am-3pmNew and returning artisans join us for our 11th annual Holiday Fine Arts and Crafts Show. Bring a friend and get a start on your holiday shopping!
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Tuesday, October 29, 2019
Sunday, November 3 at 3pm
Join us for an intimate concert with Ribchinsky performing JS Bach’s Third Suite in C major as well modern works by Cassado, Elliot Carter and the Beatles. Ribchinsky will discuss the influence of Bach on the technique and musical soul of the cello.
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Friday, October 25, 2019
50th Anniversary of Earth Day Marks Pivotal Year for the PlanetOn April 22, 1970, 20 million people took to the streets and college campuses across the country to protest environmental ignorance and demand greater protections for our planet. This first Earth Day sparked the passage of major environmental legislation in the U.S. including the Clean Air, Clean Water, and Endangered Species Acts, ...read more
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Tuesday, October 22, 2019
Sunday, November 17, 2019
11 am - 3 pm
Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa
625 North Road (Route 117)
Groton, Connecticutwellhealedwoman.org
The Well Healed Woman: Health, Healing and Humor is a one-day conference presented
by Lawrence + Memorial Hospital designed especially for women. The Well Healed Woman
is a wonderful opportunity to explore and integrate information that we hope will ...read more
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Tuesday, October 22, 2019
Long recognized as the signature women's business gathering in Connecticut, the event will salute women's economic empowerment honoring entrepreneurs, business and community leaders
The Women's Business Development Council (WBDC) will host its annual Gala Luncheon celebrating "Women Rising 2019," spotlighting the positive and critical changes that women are bringing to Connecticut's economy. ...read more
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Friday, October 18, 2019
The University of Connecticut Avery Point invites media members to the Opening Reception for the Electric Boat Employee Art Exhibition. The event will take place at the Alexey von Schlippe Gallery on the second floor of the Branford House from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, October 24.
The exhibition will be open to the general public and campus community from 12-4 p.m. on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays ...read more
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Friday, October 18, 2019
6 p.m., Wednesday, October 23, 2019New London Science & Technology Magnet High SchoolA debate among the candidates for New London’s City Council will be at 6 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 23, at the New London Science & Technology Magnet High School, 490 Jefferson Ave., on the high school campus.
The debate is sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Southeastern Connecticut, Centro de la Comunidad ...read more
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Tuesday, October 15, 2019
"Bond of Hope" Kick-off Gala fundraising gala will introduce our Salvation Army Boys & Girls Club youth plans for 2020 and present the 2019 Award of Excellence on October 29 at 6 p.m., Port & Starboard at Ocean Beach, New London.
Exemplary Award of Excellence
Beatrice Jeanette, founder and president of S.T.E.P.S., Inc.
With Beatrice's vision, over 800 girls have learned to make positive, ...read more
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Tuesday, October 15, 2019
Christen Brewer of Miranda Creative presents a free SCORE workshop on “Advanced Social Media: Facebook” on Tuesday, November 12, 2019, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Chester Town Hall. With support from Essex Savings Bank.In this interactive and engaging workshop with Christen Brewer of Miranda Creative, you will learn Facebook specific tips and techniques at the intermediate to advanced level. Learn ...read more
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Tuesday, October 15, 2019
Opening Reception & ExhibitionComplimentary light appetizers and cash bar offered.Oct. 19 5:00-8:00 pm &New London Art Walk Night Check out our Gallery and Shop neighbors - Studio 33, Marquee Gallery, Custom House, and Flavour's of Life These great galleries & shops will stay open till 8 pm for your strolling pleasure.So come out and enjoy all that New London has to offer!! Click here for info ...read more
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Monday, October 14, 2019
In The Thick travels to Connecticut this month for two live shows. The roundtable podcast is hosted by award-winning journalists, Maria Hinojosa and Julio Ricardo Varela, and it covers politics, race and culture from the perspective of people of color (POC). In The Thick has hosted a number of live shows around the country and world, from Chicago to Mexico City to Los ...read more
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Thursday, October 10, 2019
Tuesday, October 22, 20192 p.m. Eastern Time; 1 p.m. Central Time; 12 p.m. Mountain Time; 11 a.m. Arizona; 11 a.m. Pacific Time; 10 a.m. Alaska; 8 a.m. Hawaii This free 60-minute webinar is open to ALL. This webinar will cover the following: •Explain the reason for a new design of the W-4•Explain Steps 1-5 of the 2020 Form W-4•Explain who must use the 2020 Form W-4 •Illustrate how to complete ...read more
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Thursday, October 10, 2019
DATE: Thursday, November 7, 2019TIME: 5:30 to 7:30 PMLOCATION: Westbrook Public Library, 61 Goodspeed Drive, Westbrook, CT 06498 RESERVE YOUR SEAT:REGISTER NOW
The Southeastern Connecticut chapter of SCORE, Mentors to America’s Small Businesses, presents a free Small Business Workshop, “Effective Small Business Time Management.”
Small business owners wear multiple hats and play ...read more
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Tuesday, October 08, 2019
As a college freshman, Marcus Engel was blinded and nearly killed after being struck by a drunk driver. Through years of rehab, over 350 hours of reconstructive facial surgery, and adaptation through a multitude of life changes, Engel witnessed the good, the bad and the profound in patient care. Join us as he shares his experiences as a young patient and the extensive effect that healthcare ...read more
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Tuesday, October 08, 2019
The New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS) announces the organization’s Annual Benefit Gala to be held on Saturday, November 2, 2019 at the Hilton Mystic in Mystic, CT. This year’s gala theme is “Dear NESS” and will be filled with NESS student stories and the impact donors make on their lives. Funds raised at the gala are used to support NESS’s annual fund and provide scholarships to keep ...read more
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Monday, October 07, 2019
Cool Nights Warm Jazz: The Packer Trio with Ian KellyFriday, October 25 at 7pm
The Packer Trio featuring Ian Kelly on drums, Tom Latawiec on bass, and Fred Fagan on guitar, has developed a very eclectic repertoire over the last 19 years. They specialize in jazz standards with a modern approach and a chemistry that only comes from time. The Trio will delight us with Latin, traditional, and some ...read more
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Monday, October 07, 2019
As part of the Good Deeds program, ConnectiCare employees joined their members in volunteering at the FoodShare facility in Bloomfield. Good Deeds offers the opportunity for ConnectiCare employees to join their members in doing good for local communities.
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Monday, October 07, 2019
Help us restore the vibrant ecosystem of Alewife Cove by joining us for our 1st annual Endless Summer FUNdraiser! Join us for delicious food with a Chef Carving Station and Prime Rib along with passed around appetizers, pasta bar and salads, a cash bar and prizes and drawings with many gift donations from local businesses. Plus we have Live Music with The Rivergods one of New England’s premiere ...read more
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Sunday, October 06, 2019
Safe Futures Annual Safe Walk is scheduled as a kick-off event for Domestic Violence Awareness Month for Sunday morning, October 6th at the Crystal Mall in Waterford (inside). Registration will begin at 8 a.m. and the walk starts at 9:15 a.m. The registration fee is $25 for individuals, $15 for students. Student teams are accepted at no charge.(must fill out registration form) We hope to have a ...read more
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Thursday, October 03, 2019
Today’s Challenges of Attracting, Developing and
Retaining a Healthcare WorkforceFriday, October 18, 2019
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.Multi-Purpose Room • Three Rivers Community College
574 New London Turnpike • Norwich, CT
Please join the Eastern CT Workforce Investment Board and our healthcare partners to explore the changing realities facing our region’s healthcare workforce
Feel free to share ...read more
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Wednesday, October 02, 2019
The Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra kicks off the 2019-20 season on Saturday, October 26, at 7:30 PM with “New Season – New World”, at the Garde Arts Center in New London. This opening concert features violinist, Solomiya Ivakhiv making her ECSO debut with Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto. The concert concludes with Dvořák’s Symphony No. 9 (From the New World).
The ECSO is partnering with ...read more
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Tuesday, October 01, 2019
Maria Miranda presents a free SCORE workshop, “Instagram for Business (IG4BZ),” on Tuesday, October 1, 2019 from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM at the Madison Senior Center. Sponsored by Essex Savings Bank.With more than 200 million users accessing at least one business profile a day, Instagram for Business (IG4BZ) has become a vital part of nearly every marketing strategy, offering opportunities for ...read more
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Saturday, September 28, 2019
Join us for our Red Carpet Gala benefiting the Forever In My Heart Foundation at the beautiful Grand Pequot Ballroom at Foxwoods Resort Casino.You will experience amazing live entertainment, delicious food prepared by Foxwoods Executive Chef and dance the night away while raising money to Save dogs in shelters and improve lives of CT Disabled Veterans.
An award-winning entertainment will open the ...read more
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Thursday, September 26, 2019
The University of Connecticut Avery Point invites all local residents and their dogs to campus this Friday, September 27 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. to meet two new members of its campus community – Sergeant Justin Cheney and Officer Tildy, a three-year old yellow lab/golden retriever mix. The event will take place at the campus gazebo, adjacent to the University police station.
No advance registration ...read more
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Thursday, September 26, 2019
World Comes to La Grua Series: Lessons Learned from a Year Abroad: Teaching, Traveling, and Learning in Southeast Asia
With Tim FlanaganWednesday, October 16 at 6pm
From teaching poetry in Vietnam to living with Burmese refugees in Thailand, Tim will share photos, stories and lessons learned from a year abroad. Learn how to travel cheaply while immersing yourself in another culture. Ask ...read more
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Thursday, September 26, 2019
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Sep. 26, 2019
Military Matters: Tidewater Screening and Panel Discussion
as part of the Mystic Film Festival
at La Grua Center
Thursday, October 3 at 6:30pm
As part of the Mystic Film Festival, La Grua Center presents a screening of Tidewater, which explores how rising sea levels affect military readiness
and national security.
Panel discussion immediately ...read more
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Thursday, September 26, 2019
The 42nd Annual Jack O’Keefe Memorial Strides Road Race
Sunday October 6, 20195K and 10K races start promptly at 9:30amFamily Fun Run, Walk, Roll starts at 11:00amDay of registrations and pre-registration check in begins at 8:00amCamp Harkness, 301 Great Neck Rd, Waterford, CT 06385$25 early individual registration / $30 race day$45 early family registration (2 adults, 2 children) / $50 race ...read more
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Thursday, September 26, 2019
On the night of October 19,1944, Ensign Merle H. Longnecker of New Rockford, North Dakota and Ensign George K. Kraus of Wauwatosa, Wisconsin had been both flying their Grumamn F6F-5N U.S. Navy “Hellcats” when they were both killed. Something went wrong during a training flight resulting in both planes colliding and crashing over Norwich, Connecticut.
The Norwich Area Veterans Council is ...read more
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Sunday, September 22, 2019
On September 22 at 2pm, enjoy a remarkable afternoon with the world's most famous sex therapist, Dr. Ruth Westheimer, as the launch of the Jewish Federation of Eastern Connecticut Annual Campaign. Dr. Ruth will advise the Garde audience and answer questions on issues concerning love, sex, and health, in no-nonsense and non-judgmental terms, all with a good dose of fun.
Dr. Ruth Westheimer is a ...read more
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Friday, September 20, 2019
The University of Connecticut Avery Point invites all campus community members and local residents to join us for a panel discussion and networking event entitled “Women Leaders Making a Difference” on Sept. 20 from 1-4 p.m. at the campus Student Center Auditorium. The event brings together a group of inspirational women leaders in the region who will share their stories, contributions and ideas ...read more
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Friday, September 20, 2019
Walter Iooss Jr., photographer and longtime contributor to Sports Illustrated, has been called the “poet laureate of sports.” He has captured the thrill, triumph, and complexity of athletic achievement for over 50 years. Iooss began his career in 1961 at the age of 17, and he has produced a remarkable body of work in the decades since, documenting pivotal moments and shooting iconic athletes in ...read more
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Thursday, September 19, 2019
Single tickets for the Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra’s 2019-20 season are now on sale to the public. Tickets can be purchased online at gardearts.org, by calling the Garde Arts Center Box Office at 860-444-7373 x 1, calling the Symphony office at 860-443-2876, or in person at the Eastern Connecticut Symphony office at 289 State Street, New London, CT. Subscription packages, which offer ...read more
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Thursday, September 19, 2019
The Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling (CCPG), in collaboration with Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun, will conduct education and outreach events in observance of Responsible Gaming Education Week, which takes place from September 15-21, 2019.
CCPG staff will be on hand at Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun to raise public awareness of responsible gaming, problem gambling, and the availability of prevention ...read more
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Wednesday, September 18, 2019
The Eastern Connecticut Association of REALTORS® is hosting a free energy efficiency fair on September 26th from 5pm to 7pm at Foundry 66 in Norwich, CT. Your utility company has incentives and programs that can help lower your use and energy costs. Attendees will learn from our vendors and presenters how to manage energy use in their homes or businesses. Seminars on energy efficiency, smart home ...read more
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Monday, September 16, 2019
Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business
Liberty Bank’s tuition-free Academy for Small Business is a comprehensive training program that
provides education and guidance to small business owners on successfully operating a business.
Curriculum
Using course material primarily fromthe FDIC’s Money Smart for Small Businesses, the ten-week academy covers topics including:
Banking Services & Credit ...read more
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Monday, September 16, 2019
Dogbite, Heap and The Dogmatics Saturday, Sept. 21 | Gates open at 6:30 pm
TICKETS: $10 at door (no presale tickets)
Band line-up-
Dogbite 7 pm
Heap 8 pm
The Dogmatics 9 pm
A bit about these great bands-
Dogbite is an eclectic, ragtag outfit dedicated to performing roots music. The group is a six-piece combo, a trio or a duo, depending on the venue, plus any fellow travelers who ...read more
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Friday, September 13, 2019
The Last Green Valley, Inc. (TLGV) is pleased to announce the US Army Corps of Engineers as the 2019 Team Walktober. TLGV designates one person, or team of people, to represent the best of Walktober. The U.S. Army Corps team of Michelle Cucchi, Nicole Giles, Cathy St. Andre and Glenna Vitello exemplify the volunteer spirit that has made Walktober a success for the last 29 years.
Brought to you ...read more
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Friday, September 13, 2019
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SCORE Southeastern Connecticut Presents: “Fundamentals of Starting or Growing Your Business” Free Sm
Thursday, September 12, 2019
The Fundamentals of Starting or Growing a Business five-session business planning workshop series is for individuals who are seriously considering starting a business, and for current business owners looking for insights and inspiration for growing their business. The interactive sessions give participants the opportunity to learn from SCORE Mentors and other entrepreneurs. The workshops include ...read more
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Tuesday, September 10, 2019
The 2019 Connecticut Lodging Association Annual Tax and Labor Seminar features presentations, with Q&A, from the CT Department of Revenue Services and Siegel, O’Connor, O’Donnell & Beck, P.C., a Connecticut-based law firm with a national reputation in the practice specialty of labor and employment law, and a long time partner of CLA. Topics will include, but not limited too:•New 1% CT Meal ...read more
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Tuesday, September 10, 2019
The Thames River Heritage Park will offer a special schedule for the hop-on hop-off water taxi service on Saturday, September 14 and Sunday, September 15, during the Connecticut Maritime Heritage Festival being held at Fort Trumbull and City Pier in New London.
The Water Taxi will operate continuous express water taxi service between Fort Trumbull and City Pier in New London and between Fort ...read more
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Monday, September 09, 2019
Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut Presents LeadingTOGETHER 2019
THRIVING COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS SERIES
September 12, 2019
4:00pm - 5:30pmWaterford Public Library
49 Rope Ferry Road, Waterford, CT 06385
Town of WATERFORD
What makes Waterford a thriving community?
We would like to hear what excites and inspires you about your town! Join us in a conversation to talk about how ...read more
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Monday, September 09, 2019
How has giving changed since 2017? Why should I consider accelerating my giving? Is a donor advised fund the best option for me? When should I set up a charitable remainder trust?
You are invited to hear Stephanie Diamond, Managing Director, Charitable Planning Strategies of Schwab Charitable in New York City speak at the Mystic Museum of Art on October 3, 2019 from 5:30-7:30 pm. At this ...read more
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Monday, September 09, 2019
Friday, September 20 at 7pm
This dynamic group is comprised of some of the sassiest jazz players in the region who keep the room full of lively vibes. The band, featuring Ben Velazquez (bass), Chris Leigh (guitar), Miguel Rios (congas), Steve Marien (saxophone), Rufus Davis (piano), and Luis Rivera (percussion), combines elements of traditional Latin music with an eclectic repertoire of jazz ...read more
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Monday, September 09, 2019
Thursday, September 19, 2019, 2 p.m.
This free 120-minute webinar is open to ALL
This webinar will cover the following: Illustrate the user-friendly features and design improvements of the new IRS Withholding Estimator to help taxpayers check their withholding.Demonstrate how to use the new Withholding Estimator.Explain why taxpayers need to do a Paycheck Checkup to check their ...read more
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Thursday, September 05, 2019
New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS), Town of Westerly, Eastern Surfing Association (ESA), and North American Marine Environment Protection Association (NAMEPA) announce the eighth annual “Catch a Curl” Youth Surf Competition. The event will be held at the Westerly Town Beach (365 Atlantic Avenue) in Rhode Island on Saturday, September 14. Catch a Curl is open to beginners through ...read more
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Thursday, September 05, 2019
For Corvettes Only is holding their Corvette Gathering at the Crystal Mall, Waterford, CT on Sunday, September 22, 2019, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Rain day Sunday, September 29, 2019.For more information, visit forcorvettesonly.com.About For Corvettes Only, Inc.
FCO Inc. attends and hosts many functions throughout the year and caravans to other Corvette events in the New England area. See the events ...read more
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Thursday, September 05, 2019
In an effort to expand program offerings, the Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) is pleased to announce a new Community Partnership Program with Essex Meadows. Essex Meadows is a retirement community committed to helping residents embrace lifelong learning, and often hosts educational programs that meet SECWAC’s mission to foster an understanding of issues of foreign policy and ...read more
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Thursday, September 05, 2019
Exhibit Opening: The Whimsical World of Samuel Austin
Friday, September 13 from 5-7pm
Come explore the whimsical world of Colorado artist Samuel Austin in this special partner exhibit with our friends at Curated gallery in Mystic. Exhibit will run through October 2019. Enjoy two openings, one at Curated gallery in Mystic on September 6th from 5-7pm and the other at La Grua on September 13th, ...read more
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Wednesday, September 04, 2019
Our Time for Me Wellness Series is back for the fall! For our kickoff event, we've got a special 1-hour show planned for you!ABOUT
Purposeful Music: An Evening with Charles Austin
Special Guests: Comedic Motivational Speaker Michelle Gotay and our very own Spa Director, Marie Mozzi
Houston, Texas native Charles Austin shares his original songs in a style that offers a mix of Modern Folk ...read more
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Wednesday, September 04, 2019
To Cleanse, or Not to Cleanse?Presented by Dr. Laura MunroCleansing has become a household term, but what does it actually mean? How does it affect your body? Why cleanse in the first place? Is cleansing just a fad or legit?Join Dr. Laura Munro, a practicing physician and Chief Medical Officer of Natura Medica in Mystic, CT, and learn about the components of fasting/detoxifying and how to reap the ...read more
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Friday, August 30, 2019
The Norwich Tech Class of 2020 will be hosting Fall Fest on October 4, 2019 from 4-7PM. The festival will include a vendor/craft fair, a car show, food trucks, and yard games. This event is open to the public and fun for the whole family! If you are interested in being a vendor or participating in the car show, please contact jaime.miller@ct.gov or 860-892-2114. Car show registrants can ...read more
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Tuesday, August 27, 2019
On Saturday, September 7, Mystic Aquarium will host a live feed from aboard the Okeanos Explorer during its expedition of the Northeast Canyons and Seamounts. The presentation by Mystic Aquarium and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Deep Connections 2019: Exploring Atlantic Canyons and Seamounts is set for 11:00am– 11:30am in the Aquarium’s on-site Foxwoods Marine ...read more
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Monday, August 26, 2019
Music Matters: Pianist Olga Vinokur
Saturday, September 14 at 5pmThe Heart & Soul of Russia Program:
Scriabin Etudes, Preludes & a Sonata
Rachmaninoff Études Tableaux, Moments Musicaux
Prokofiev Sarcasms, Op. 17
Kreisler-Rachmaninoff Liebesleid
We often think of Russian pianism as being virtuosic. Russian Late Romantic music does require ferocious technical mastery, but the heart of this ...read more
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Thursday, August 22, 2019
The Town of Stonington will be conducting a Community Conversation 6:30 pm on Thursday, August 29, 2019 at the La Grua Center (32 Water Street, Stonington; lagruacenter.org), about various design solutions to address needs for the South Pier at the Town Dock in Stonington Borough. Community leaders initiated a project to evaluate the condition of the South Pier and develop plans to ensure that ...read more
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Thursday, August 22, 2019
Plimoth Plantation announced today it will officially launch Mayflower II, the acclaimed living history museum’s historic tall ship, on Saturday, September 7, 2019 at Mystic Seaport Museum’s Henry B. duPont Preservation Shipyard. The ceremony, which begins at 2:00 p.m., includes performances, remarks, and the ship’s christening with water from all fifty states as well as Plymouth, U.K. and Leiden, ...read more
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Wednesday, August 21, 2019
On Thursday, September 5, 2019, renowned artist Jan Dilenschneider will host a gallery showing of 26 specially created oil paintings in support of Mystic Aquarium’s mission. Dilenschneider's goal, consistent with that of Mystic Aquarium, is to help people understand the importance of nature.
The collection can be viewed from 5:30pm – 7:30pm in the Marra Family Gallery located at the Milne ...read more
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Tuesday, August 20, 2019
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Monday, August 19, 2019
The Tanger Outlets at Foxwoods hosts the inaugural TangerFIT 5K Run and Health Walk at the beautiful Foxwoods Resort Casino on Sunday, October 6, 2019 to benefit The Smilow Cancer Hospital Care Center of Waterford, CT.
The run will commence at 9am in front of the Fox Tower Hotel and take you through the resort to the Mashantucket Pequot Museum finishing at the Fox Tower Grand Terrace Lawn. Here ...read more
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Tuesday, August 13, 2019
For the seventh year, Mystic Aquarium is proud to host an Evening for Families with Children on the Autism Spectrum on Thursday, August 22, 2019 from 5:30 pm-8:00 pm. This sensory sensitive evening is free for pre-registered families or groups with children on the autism spectrum or with sensory processing challenges and features a quiet area, supportive staff and access to select Aquarium ...read more
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Tuesday, August 13, 2019
The Hygienic Art honors Hygienic Art co-founder Jim Stidfole with an evening of music, drinks, and dinner catered by Bayou BBQ & Grill on Saturday, August 31, 2019, 6:30 - 10 pm. All proceeds benefit the Jim Stidfole Memorial Scholarship Fund.
Admission (includes dinner):
$25 in advance available online at HYGIENIC.ORG
$30 at the gate
Schedule:
6:30 Dinner - Catered by The Bayou BBQ & ...read more
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Tuesday, August 13, 2019
Saturday, August 17, 6 -11 pm.
The Hygienic Art park on Saturday, August 17 hosts a gathering to celebrate New London County’s vibrant Hip-Hop scene and honor the legendary super producer/human Smoke The World!!!
This will be an epic night full of Recording Artists, Producers, Engineers, DJs, Photographers, Videographers, Managers, Promoters, Dancers and everyone else who helps put ...read more
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Tuesday, August 13, 2019
The Southeastern Connecticut chapter of SCORE, Mentors to America’s Small Businesses, will present a free Small Business Workshop on Tuesday, September 10, 9 - 10:30 a.m. in Old Saybrook. The workshop covers how to "Get Found on Google Search and Maps" and “Reach Customers Online with Google,” presented by Google speaker Sixcia Devine and SCORE mentor Anne Driscoll. The event is co-sponsored by ...read more
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Monday, August 12, 2019
Music Matters: Meshulan-Kraft, Two PianosSaturday, August 24 at 5pm
Benita Meshulam & Edith Kraft
1886 Chickering concert grand
& 1922 Mason & Hamlin grandBrahms Haydn Variations
Manuel Infante Tres Danzas Andaluzas
Manuel de Falla Danzas españolas, from La Vida Breve
It's taken us a decade to present our first Music Matters piano duo recital: two superb pianists at two exceptional ...read more
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Friday, August 09, 2019
The Southeastern Connecticut chapter of SCORE, Mentors to America’s Small Businesses, offers a free workshop in its Non-Profit Series, “How to Start & Run a Successful Non-Profit Organization” on Wednesday, September 4, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
If you are thinking about starting or are now running a non-profit organization, understanding the next steps in how to effectively manage your organization will be ...read more
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Friday, August 09, 2019
The Southeastern Connecticut chapter of SCORE, Mentors to America’s Small Businesses, presents a free 2-part workshopon “Cost, Price and Profit” with SCORE Mentor Eric Munro. Expanding this popular topic into two parts – with a focus on Cost in Part 1 and Price in Part 2 – allows us to delve more deeply into the facets of the Cost-Price-Profit equation and includes time for attendees to ...read more
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Wednesday, August 07, 2019
The New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS) is hosting their second annual Fishing Tourney on Saturday, August 10. This fishing tournament is a catch and release tournament except for Porgies. Each participant can bring 1 Porgy back to NESS for an official measurement. All other fish will be measured on the water, photographed for proof, and released! While everyone is invited to ...read more
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Friday, August 02, 2019
On August 10, Mystic Seaport Museum will celebrate the opening of its new exhibition, Mary Mattingly’s Open Ocean, with a day of art-related activities, music, a lecture, live music, and the opportunity to meet the artist. Mattingly is a leading contemporary artist from Brooklyn, New York, with an interest in the sea as a platform for making art.
Mattingly comes to the project with a background ...read more
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Tuesday, July 30, 2019
From application and registration to financial aid, testing to scheduling classes, Super Saturday offers new and current students an opportunity for one-stop registration for the fall semester on August 10 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Three Rivers Community College in the A Wing.
“We want to give students one more opportunity to take advantage of this popular way to register or enroll. Super ...read more
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Monday, July 29, 2019
A webinar on "IRS Civil Enforcement: Field Collections Enforcement and Employment Tax Compliance" will be held on Thursday, August 1, 2019 at 2 p.m.
This free This free 60-minute webinar is open to practitioners. The webinar will provide an overview of the following:
Common causes of businesses accruing employment/payroll taxesThe risks of using a 3rd party to handle employment/payroll ...read more
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Monday, July 29, 2019
Join Supreme Hot Dog for a Hot Dog Eating Contest at National Night Out on August 6, 2019 at Poquonnock Plains Park, 150 Fort Hill Rd, Groton.
The purpose of National Night Out is to promote police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods a safer and more caring place to live. Free event to all!
Supreme Hot Dog is joined by other vendors for this first time ...read more
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Monday, July 29, 2019
First Friday: Ready, Set, Race!
Come out to Cafe Otis on August 2nd, 2019 starting at 6pm for Downtown Norwich’s First Friday event. We will be hosting classic cars and musical guest, Carrie Ashton, in our parking lot beside the restaurant. Along with these great additions, Cafe Otis will be hosting a mini car race with great prizes for participants.Spots are limited for the mini car race
For ...read more
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Wednesday, July 24, 2019
The public is invited to join the Mohegan Tribe at their annual Mohegan Wigwam Festival at Fort Shantok, Village of Uncas, on Saturday, August 17 and Sunday, August 18 from 10 am to 7 pm.
Learn more about Mohegan culture and traditions including Native American crafts, foods, dancing and drumming. The festival is open to all ages, is family-friendly and admission is free. No pets, please. ...read more
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Wednesday, July 24, 2019
In recognition of National Health Center Week we are pleased to offer a community yoga event on Saturday, August 3 from 8:00 am-10:00 am on the Norwichtown Green. The first 150 people who register and attend the event will receive a free UCFS Healthcare yoga mat. If you are interested in participating please register.
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Tuesday, July 23, 2019
Thames River Heritage Park invites you to hop aboard one of our navy utility boats for a fascinating narrated 90-minute tour. You'll Hear about privateers, Battle of Groton Heights, Benedict Arnold and the burning of New London, the world’s first nuclear submarine, life on SUBASE New London and more.
For centuries our harbor has guarded the Thames River and entry to Long Island Sound, with Navy ...read more
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Wednesday, July 17, 2019
On Thursday, July 18 at 2 p.m. the IRS will host a 60 minute webinar open to practitioners on Understanding an Offer in Compromise. Topics:Offer in Compromise (OIC) and why it is used as a Collection toolProvide a general overview of OIC Calculation including special circumstancesDiscuss the Offer in Compromise Pre-Qualifier Tool on IRS.gov and how it worksPlus, live Q & AClick here to register ...read more
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Wednesday, July 17, 2019
Golf Fore! Prostate Cancer Research | 24th Annual Charity Golf Tournament Presented by Dr. Sheffield's Certified Natural ToothpasteAugust, 22nd 2019 at Lake of Isles, 12:30 Tee Time
North Stonington, CT – The 20th Annual Prostate Cancer Memorial Golf Tournament will be held on Thursday, August 22, 2019, at Lake of Isles Golf Course.Golf Fore! Prostate Cancer Research is organized by Sheffield ...read more
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Tuesday, July 16, 2019
The Southeastern Connecticut chapter of SCORE, Mentors to America’s Small Businesses, presents the Second Annual Business Networking Event, at the classic Maritime Grille located just minutes from historic downtown Guilford, on August 13 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Join us and make valuable contacts, hear an inspiring presentation, and enjoy yummy food.
This year, we are thrilled to welcome Maria ...read more
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Monday, July 15, 2019
The Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce is in need of volunteers for the upcoming 62nd Mystic Outdoor Art Festival happening on August 10 and 11, 2019. The oldest festival of its kind, the Mystic Outdoor Art festival hosts over 250 artists and artisans over a two mile stretch of historic downtown Mystic. To ensure that all runs smoothly, the Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce needs the help of fun, ...read more
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Friday, July 12, 2019
Mystic Seaport Museum will hold its annual Antique & Classic Boat Rendezvous Saturday and Sunday, July 27-28.The event showcases high-quality antique vessels, including cruisers, sailboats, and runabouts. The classic vessels will create a colorful gathering along the Museum’s waterfront. Visitors are invited to see the displayed vessels Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to ...read more
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Thursday, July 11, 2019
Brought to Light: European Paintings from the Collection showcases the Lyman Allyn’s collection of European paintings with a selection of portraits, history paintings, still lifes, genre scenes, and landscapes from the early Renaissance through the 1800s. European paintings have been part of the collection since the Lyman Allyn opened in 1932, but the museum’s more recent emphasis on American art ...read more
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Tuesday, July 09, 2019
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Thursday, July 04, 2019
Find out about the wide range of volunteer opportunities that are open to you at High Hopes Therapeutic Riding, Inc in Old LymeAbout Volunteering
All volunteers must attend a General Orientation prior to volunteering. The General Orientation begins in the classroom with an overview of High Hopes Therapeutic Riding, who we serve, our horses, and our policies and procedures. It also includes a ...read more
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Wednesday, July 03, 2019
Mystic Seaport Museum announces it is honoring the Dark Harbor 20 class owners with the William A. Baker Award. The award is given to promote the awareness and appreciation of fine examples of one-design classes or boats of like kind, and to foster faithful preservation and restoration, and encourage their continued use.
The owners are being recognized for their effort to preserve and maintain ...read more
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Information Session for the New Certified Medical Assistant, A.S., Degree Program at Three Rivers Co
Tuesday, July 02, 2019
Interested in a career in the health field? Three Rivers Community College will hold two information sessions for Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, A.S., its newest credit degree program, on Wednesday, July 17 at 6:00-7:00 p.m. and again on Thursday, July 18 from 10:00-11:00 a.m. in room B125.
Certified Clinical Medical Assistants play a vital role in today’s healthcare field. They assist ...read more
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Thursday, June 27, 2019
Join the Spice Club for cooking classes this July. Classes for adults are being held on July 18 & 25 at 5pm for $45 and for kids on July 14 & 21 at 5pm for $35. We will be supporting local farms by using local produce and we will have dairy and gluten free recipes. Classes have a maximum enrollment of 6 people. Please contact thespiceclubct@yahoo.com for information and to enroll.
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Free walking tours of historic downtown New London and Fort Trumbull with Thames River Heritage Park
Wednesday, June 26, 2019
The Thames River Heritage Park is offering free weekend walking tours of historic downtown New London and Fort Trumbull. The tours are timed to coordinate with the water taxi schedule and designed to offer visitors more options to enhance their experience and more thoroughly understand the significant history and heritage of the park’s Thames River sites.
Fort Trumbull tours highlight the ...read more
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Wednesday, June 26, 2019
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Sunday, June 23, 2019
RUNA, a band that infuses Celtic music with Americana and roots music, will debut its newest music video at Mystic Seaport Museum in advance of its July 13 performance at the Museum’s Arts on the Quad.
RUNA shot the video for the song “The Banks of Newfoundland” on the Joseph Conrad, a full-rigged ship that is a floating exhibition at Mystic Seaport Museum. Visitors to the Museum can see the ...read more
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Sunday, June 23, 2019
Red, white, & blue and free family fun too! Celebrate the happy holiday weekend with the best deals and smile worthy family activities at Tanger Outlets!Saturday, July 6 from 12 PM - 5 PM (live entertainment begins at 2pm on the concourse): fun activities, live music and free games.Experience the fun with entertainment by Captain America, live music from The Bernadettes, a photo booth, strolling ...read more
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Tuesday, June 18, 2019
Mystic Aquarium, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization and one of the nation’s leading aquariums, will host Eating with the Ecosystem, a Rhode Island-based non-profit organization dedicated to promoting a locally-sourced approach to sustaining New England’s wild seafood, for an “underwater affair” in the main gallery on July 11 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. as part of its popular Conservation in Action ...read more
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Monday, June 17, 2019
Learn how to run a safe and successful babysitting business by taking ASHI Child and Babysitting Safety. Designed for 12-18 year olds, the 8-hour class covers basic childcare, playtime, supervision, safety, and CPR/AED and Basic First Aid. Students will receive a 2-year ASHI certification that is valued by parents.
When: Friday, June 28 from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Where: Three Rivers Community ...read more
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Saturday, June 15, 2019
Stonington Sounds Summer Music Festival Saturday, June 22, starting at 11 a.m.Stonington Sounds is a FREE music festival with concerts happening throughout the day in various outdoor/indoor locations in Stonington Borough anchored at La Grua Center and the Stonington Commons Green adjacent to La Grua Center.
The festival will feature a diverse lineup of musicians from classical to jazz and is ...read more
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Thursday, June 13, 2019
This past Saturday, June 8, the ConnectiCare Center in Manchester hosted their annual Hartford Yard Goats Fan Fest. Yard Goat players, Ashton Goudeau (#17) and Jordan Foley (#31), greeted fans of all ages during the celebration. Attendees were also able to play with adorable mini goats from Circle K Farms and the team’s mascot. ConnectiCare is proud to support the Hartford Yard Goats’ goal of ...read more
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Thursday, June 13, 2019
On Thursday, June 6, ConnectiCare employees cheered for local officers participating in the Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run as they passed their headquarters in Farmington, CT.
Over the years, The Connecticut Law Enforcement Torch Run has become the largest fund-raising event for the Special Olympics of Connecticut, raising awareness of the need for acceptance and inclusion of those ...read more
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Monday, June 10, 2019
On Our Minds Series: Code Blue Author Mike MageeCo-presented with Bank Square BooksWednesday, June 12 at 6pm
A doctor, medical historian, and former head of Pfizer’s global medical affairs relies on his experience inside the medical establishment to offer a searing and persuasive exposé of the American health care system. Books will be available for sale. Cost: Suggested donation $5
How has ...read more
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Friday, June 07, 2019
Last week, students from West Woods Upper Elementary School and Bike Friendly Farmington celebrated Bike to School Day with a ride along the Farmington Trail.
Since ConnectiCare’s headquarters are located on the bike route, the health insurer sent a group of employees to cheer on the students and their own Neil Kelsey, Vice President and Chief Actuary for ConnectiCare, who is involved with ...read more
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Friday, June 07, 2019
The Lyman Allyn Art Museum will present its annual Summer Fest on June 22, 2019 from 11am – 4pm. Admission is FREE all day to the family-friendly community event featuring food trucks, live entertainment, and activities on Museum grounds and inside the Museum. In the event of rain, everything but the food trucks will move indoors to the Museum’s galleries, auditorium, and art/dance studio.
Summer ...read more
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Thursday, June 06, 2019
Virtual Small Business Forum
Hosted by
Internal Revenue Service
Communications & Liaison
Area 2 Stakeholder Liaison Field
A free web conference for organizations that serve small businesses.
Participate from your home or office!
Wednesday, June 12, 2019
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Build and strengthen relationships with small business, industry, payroll service providers, ...read more
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Thursday, June 06, 2019
June 21, 7-10 p.m.
Mystic Seaport Museum
Celebrate the Summer Solstice al fresco with Prohibition-era cocktails on the lawn and access to two fascinating exhibitions.
Check out the industrial design movement of the 1930s and 1940s in the brand new exhibition, Streamlined: From Hull to Home. Then time travel back to the pre-selfie era to discover photographic technology in a late 1800s ...read more
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Friday, May 31, 2019
Lesley Ingves, Business Management Specialist of Clear Pathway, LLC is hosting LIVE 1/2-day event: GET IT TOGETHER! A workshop for the overwhelmed entrepreneur to regain control of your time and business on June 11, 2019, from 9:00-1:00 at the Norwich Inn and Spa, 607 West Thames St, Norwich, CT.
Running your business can become an overwhelming part of making money. This workshop will help ...read more
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Friday, May 31, 2019
Robert Rauschenberg, Ace from Ruminations, 1999, photolithograph. Mattatuck Museum, Waterbury, Connecticut; Purchase, Acquisition Fund, 2017.12.1.
“The artist’s job is to be a witness to his time in history.” -Robert Rauschenberg
The Lyman Allyn Art Museum is proud to present Robert Rauschenberg: Ruminations. This exhibition features a series of nine large prints, composed with fragments of ...read more
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Tuesday, May 28, 2019
Mystified Escape Room Adventures opens new game
Mystified offers live action escape game adventures. As a player, you will work with a team in a themed room full of puzzles, clues, codes, locks and hidden objects. Players must solve the game play within 60 minutes to win the game and “escape”. Mystified’s newest game is “The Curtain Call”.
In “The Curtain Call”:
It's one hour to ...read more
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Friday, May 24, 2019
Mystic — Mystic Seaport Museum will host its 40th annual Sea Music Festival June 6-9, featuring concerts, workshops, hands-on demonstrations, and a scholarly symposium – all celebrating the music of the sea. From songs of the golden age of sail to contemporary compositions, the festival includes a wide variety of sea music both modern and traditional, a children’s stage with special performances ...read more
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Thursday, May 23, 2019
Webinars for Practitioners and Industry will be held through the month of June. Webinars in June cover the following topics:
June 6: Foreign Earned Income ExclusionJune 13: U.S. Taxation of Employees of Foreign Governments and International OrganizationsJune 19: U.S. Territories - Self Employment TaxJune 20: U.S. Territories - Self Employment Tax (Spanish)June 27: Tax Residency Status
For ...read more
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Friday, May 17, 2019
Andover, CT – On Saturday, June 1, Channel 3 Kids Camp will hold its 2nd annual Fun by the Fire fundraising event. This unique, adults-only celebration will be presented by Highland Park Market. The event will take place at the Channel 3 Kids Camp, 73 Times Farm Road, Andover, CT and will feature food and drinks from some of Connecticut’s top chefs and restaurants.
Beginning at 6:00 p.m., guests ...read more
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Friday, May 17, 2019
Eastern CT – The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT invites golfers to register for its 31st Annual Chamber Golf Tournament, taking place Monday, June 3, 2019 from 11:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Stonington Country Club (396 Taugwonk Road, Stonington). Registration information can be found at ChamberECT.com/golf or (860) 701-9113.
The Chamber’s annual Golf Tournament is a leading opportunity to meet ...read more
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Friday, May 17, 2019
Thursday, May 30, 2019
2 p.m. Eastern Time; 1 p.m. Central Time; 12 p.m. Mountain Time; 11 a.m. Arizona;
11 a.m. Pacific Time; 10 a.m. Alaska; 8 a.m. Hawaii
This webinar highlights the basics of the qualified business income deduction, updated to incorporate guidance issued in January 2019.
This free 100-minute webinar for Tax Professionals & Industry will cover:
Definition of ...read more
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Thursday, May 16, 2019
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Wednesday, May 15, 2019
Marine Maker Day Returns June 8
Groton, CT – Ignite, a program of Thames River Innovation Place, is pleased to announce the return of its Marine Maker Day, an exploration of marine technology for students in grades 7 through 10. The full-day program will take place on Saturday, June 8th from 9 am - 4 pm at Project Oceanology in Groton. The registration fee of $45 includes an outing on a ...read more
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Tuesday, May 14, 2019
This advanced, hands-on workshop provides a comparison between QuickBooks Desktop and Online versions. We will set up a QuickBooks Desktop company from scratch, reviewing the setup preferences and decisions along the way. If time permits, we will also view preferences for a QuickBooks Online company to help those users understand their options as well. Attendees are asked to bring their laptops ...read more
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Monday, May 13, 2019
Whether you are starting or are now running a non-profit organization, once you've established your mission, organization and key goals, developing plans for fundraising, marketing and securing sponsorships will be critical for success. SCORE counselor Bob Potter will guide you through these and other important steps in this free workshop.
Date: Thursday, June 6th, 2019 Time: 12:30 PM – ...read more
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Monday, May 13, 2019
Reliance Health is looking for sponsors and players for their 3rd Annual Par 4 Charity Golf Tournament on September 13 at River Ridge Golf Course in Griswold.
4-Person Scramble, Cash Prizes, Awards Dinner, Raffles, Silent Auction, and of course, fun! Registration: $150 per player or $600 foursome. *Register early and save!! Register before August 1 and pay only $130!!* Registration includes cart, ...read more
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Friday, May 10, 2019
Three Rivers Community College is pleased to announce that its 54th commencement will be held on Wednesday, May 22 at 5:00 p.m. Approximately 560 students will be awarded degrees and certificates.
The valedictorian of the class is Michelle Reynolds of Ledyard who is receiving an associate in science degree in Graphic Arts. Reynolds will present the student address and receive the Medallion for ...read more
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Thursday, May 09, 2019
In this age where digital advertising is king, businesses owe it to themselves to become familiar with Google Ads and other Google products and consider what fits within their overall digital ad strategy.
Digital media specialist Ron Wertz of Miranda Creative will discuss how Google Ads allow you to digitally serve your product/service to targeted users while they search the internet for what you ...read more
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Wednesday, May 08, 2019
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Tuesday, May 07, 2019
Mystic, CT – In honor of all the extraordinary Moms, Mystic Aquarium is proud to announce the return of the Mother’s Day Weekend BOGO. Moms receive free general admission on Saturday, May 11 and Sunday, May 12 with the purchase of one full-price admission ticket by mentioning the Mother’s Day BOGO offer at the Mystic Aquarium’s front gate.
Whether it’s the exquisite sea life of Mystic ...read more
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Tuesday, May 07, 2019
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Tuesday, May 07, 2019
Stonington, CT – The New England Science & Sailing Foundation (NESS) is offering free adaptive sailing for people with disabilities on Saturday, May 18. This event is free and open to the public, but spots are limited, and advanced registration is required. Registration is available online at nessf.org/events. No prior sailing experience is necessary, NESS will provide a lifejacket, sailing ...read more
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Tuesday, May 07, 2019
2 p.m. Eastern Time; 1 p.m. Central Time; 12 p.m. Mountain Time; 11 a.m. Arizona; 11 a.m. Pacific Time; 10 a.m. Alaska; 8 a.m. Hawaii This free 60-minute webinar for Tax Professionals & Industry will explain: • The role of the IRS Insolvency function in bankruptcy cases• How to properly notify the IRS of a bankruptcy filing• The effect bankruptcy has on taxes and tax liabilities• Plus a live Q & ...read more
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Thursday, May 02, 2019
Groton, CT – The Groton Rotary Club has announced that there is still time to sign up for its annual golf tournament on Friday, May 31, at the Shennecossett Golf Course, a historic Donald Ross designed 18-hole course in Groton.
Proceeds from the tournament will benefit the club’s youth scholars and community grants program.
The tournament is open to the entire community. The cost is $125 per ...read more
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Thursday, May 02, 2019
Sponsored by R.B. Kent & Son, Inc.
How important is it to have a business plan? Do you know what a SWOT analysis is? Can the two be connected? With a representative of the Small Business Administration, you will learn the importance of both, what they are used for, what information they should contain, and what they say about your business.
Date: Wednesday, May 22, 2019 Time: 5:30 PM to ...read more
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Wednesday, May 01, 2019
New London, CT – Dermatology Physicians of Connecticut will be offering complimentary skin cancer screenings for new patients at their New London office. This community event is timed to coincide with Skin Cancer Awareness Month and aims to find and treat skin cancers in patients who otherwise may not have had a skin exam, while educating the community overall about the very real risk of skin ...read more
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Wednesday, May 01, 2019
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Tuesday, April 30, 2019
Drop in on May 9th between 6:30pm and 8:30pm.
Format is casual with topics covering opportunities, trends, transportation & traffic, redevelopment visions, and various preliminary ideas.
Location: Municipal Building Auditorium, 295 Meridian Street, Groton, CT.
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Thursday, April 25, 2019
The Women & Girls Funds of the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut invite you to join us for a conversation with Zainab Salbi.
Thursday, May 9, 2019
4:30-6:30pm (snacks and refreshments provided)
The Spa at Norwich Inn
607 West Thames Street, Norwich, CTThis event is FREE. Please RSVP by May 2nd (registration is required).RSVP NOW
Facilitating this engaging conversation is ...read more
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Tuesday, April 23, 2019
5th Annual InFusion: : Where Literary Traditions Traverse
at Expressiones Cultural Center, New London
May 3, 2019, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Join us for the fifth annual InFusion: Where Literary Traditions Traverse featuring Hartford Poet Laureate Frederick-Douglass Knowles and The Jeff Robinson Jazz Trio. They will read and perform at Expressiones Cultural Center in New London on Friday, May 3, 2019 ...read more
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Monday, April 22, 2019
Stonington, CT – As part of the ongoing implementation of the Town’s Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD), the Stonington Economic Development Commission (EDC), with assistance from the Department of Planning (DOP), have been exploring ideas to increase the Grand List for Stonington. Ideas include ways to encourage and attract responsible private investment, and identifying sources of ...read more
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Friday, April 19, 2019
Ivo H. Daalder, Chicago Council on Global Affairs, and James M. Lindsay, Council on Foreign Relations, present “America’s Abdication of Global Leadership”
Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council meeting takes place on May 2 at the First Congregational Church, Old Lyme
$20 for the General Public; Free for SECWAC members, educators and studentsWaterford, CT – The Southeast Connecticut World ...read more
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Friday, April 19, 2019
Marcum Associates, Accountants will answer tax and accounting questions
Groton, CT – Ignite, a program of Thames River Innovation Place, will hold its monthly Office Hours program with Marcum Associates. The accounting firm is returning before the end of the year to answer tax and accounting questions. Business owners and entrepreneurs are invited to schedule a one-on-one appointment between ...read more
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Friday, April 19, 2019
Peter and the Wolf - Sunday, May, 5, 2019 @ 2pm
Resurrección Espinosa-Frink, Narrator
Eastern Connecticut Ballet, Artistic Director, Gloria Govrin
Special pricing: $10/adults, $5/children 18 & under
Location: Palmer Auditorium, Connecticut College, New London, CT
Join the ECSO for the continuation of its popular family concert offering as we explore the excitement of orchestral music! ...read more
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Thursday, April 18, 2019
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Thursday, April 18, 2019
Overhead Door of Norwich, along with Classic Windows and Doors and Awnings of Eastern CT, is holding an open house at 88 Route 2A in Preston CT on Saturday April 27, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Our staff will be on hand to answer all your home improvement questions in a relaxed enjoyable atmosphere.
Please join us for refreshments and information as we head into spring!
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Wednesday, April 17, 2019
Juggling the demands of tasks and time as a small business owner can be frustrating and stressful. This workshop with SCORE mentor Eric Munro will look at the way we use the hours in a day to become more productive and manage time better. Learn skills to improve productivity (and perhaps lower your blood pressure!).
Date: Wednesday, May 15, 2019 Time: 6:00 to 7:30 PM Location: The Mystic & ...read more
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Tuesday, April 16, 2019
If you are thinking about starting or are now running a non-profit organization, understanding how to effectively manage your organization is key to long-term success. SCORE counselor Bob Potter will guide you through important areas such as what defines a non-profit, recruiting volunteers, fundraising, managing your Board & Staff, fine-tuning your strategic plan, securing sponsorships, and ...read more
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Wednesday, April 10, 2019
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Wednesday, April 10, 2019
Tourism/hospitality industry professionals invited to increase their knowledge of eastern CT arts, cultural, and tourism attractions
Eastern CT – A coalition of eastern CT tourism and hospitality industry partners, led by the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT, will host an industry “Fam Tour” (familiarization tour) of regional arts, cultural, and tourism attractions on Monday, April 29 from 8:00 ...read more
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Tuesday, April 09, 2019
Sponsored by Brown & Brown Insurance
You may have a great digital campaign underway -- but how are you tracking your activity and conversions? Join respected media marketer Maria Miranda for a deep dive into digital marketing placements and measurement options. Maria will share best practices for: Dashboards (vendor, third-party and others); Google Analytics integrations; tracking tools such ...read more
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Monday, April 08, 2019
Eastern CT – The Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT has announced that it will hold a Business Luncheon with Governor Ned Lamont on Thursday, April 25th, 2019, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Port ‘n Starboard at Ocean Beach Park in New London (98 Neptune Avenue), sponsored by the Waterford Hotel Group and Foxwoods Resort Casino. Tickets are available for purchase at ChamberECT.com/events or (860) ...read more
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Friday, April 05, 2019
ECSO and ECSC Continues 72nd Season – Saturday, April 27, 2019, 7:30pm – Titans Concert takes place at the Garde Arts Center, New London, CT
Featuring the Eastern Connecticut Symphony Chorus; Terrence Fay, Tenor; Matt Sullivan, Baritone; and Caroline Olsen, Mezzo-soprano
Note: the new concert time is 7:30pm, and the pre-concert chats will begin at 6:30pm.
The season finale opens with a piece ...read more
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Thursday, April 04, 2019
SCORE Southeastern Connecticut Presents: “Fundamentals of Starting or Growing Your Business, #5: Show Me the Money!”
The Concluding Session of the NEW Free Small Business Workshop Series, Sponsored by Northstar Wealth Partners, Old Saybrook office
The concluding workshop in the Fundamentals of Starting or Growing a Business five-session series covers start-up and operating costs and ...read more
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Friday, March 29, 2019
Thursday, April 4, 2019
2 p.m. Eastern Time; 1 p.m. Central Time; 12 p.m. Mountain Time; 11 a.m. Arizona;
11 a.m. Pacific Time; 10 a.m. Alaska; 8 a.m. Hawaii
This free 60-minute webinar is open to all Why you want to file your tax return and pay taxes timelyPayment options available to pay your taxesWhat to do when you owe, but can't payHow to apply for more time to file your tax ...read more
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Thursday, March 28, 2019
Session Four of the NEW Free Small Business Workshop Series, Sponsored by Northstar Wealth Partners, Old Saybrook office
The fourth workshop in the Fundamentals of Starting or Growing a Business five-session series discusses where and how you will sell your product or service – the channels to use, selling tactics, how to take the fear out of selling, and the right sales cycle for your ...read more
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Thursday, March 28, 2019
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Thursday, March 28, 2019
Mooney Wins National Championship in 5,000 Meters With DIII Record Time
Boston, MA – Sophomore Kaitlyn Mooney ran the fastest time ever recorded in Division III history to win the National Championship in the 5,000 meters and was the anchor of the DMR team which earned All-America honors with a third place finish at the NCAA Division III Indoor Track and Field Championship at the Reggie Lewis ...read more
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Tuesday, March 26, 2019
New London, CT – Spring Stride, the Lawrence + Memorial Hospital road race, which annually drew upwards of 1,000 participants is returning this year after a seven-year absence.
The 5K and 10K road race will be held Saturday, May 4, and is welcoming to walkers and runners of all abilities and ages, including children 2+ to participate in kids’ races.
“For years, this race was an important ...read more
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Friday, March 22, 2019
Thursday, March 28, 20192 p.m. Eastern Time; 1 p.m. Central Time; 12 p.m. Mountain Time; 11 a.m. Arizona; 11 a.m. Pacific Time; 10 a.m. Alaska; 9 a.m. Hawaii
This free 60-minute webinar is open to all
You’ll want to attend if:You made a mid-year change to your withholding in 2018You were not satisfied with the amount you had withheld in 2018Your circumstances changed in 2018 or you expect ...read more
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Thursday, March 21, 2019
Session Three of the NEW Free Small Business Workshop Series, Sponsored by Northstar Wealth Partners, Old Saybrook office
The third workshop in the Fundamentals of Starting or Growing a Business five-session series helps determine any barriers to entering your particular market. We'll discuss Product (features & benefits), Price (cost/profit), Place (how the product will be provided), and ...read more
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Thursday, March 21, 2019
Stephen M Walt, Harvard Kennedy School, presents “America’s Foreign Policy Elite and the Decline of U.S. Primacy”
Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council meeting takes place on April 11 at the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme
$20 for the General Public; Free for SECWAC members and studentsWaterford, CT – The Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) announced today that ...read more
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Wednesday, March 20, 2019
New London, CT – Chinese Landscape Rethought, a new group exhibition opening at the Lyman Allyn Art Museum, presents a rethinking of Chinese landscape or shanshui (“mountain-water”) art through the convergence of traditional Chinese ink painting and contemporary experimental art. The exhibition will be on view March 29 through June 9, 2019. It was organized by guest curator, Dr. Yibing Huang, ...read more
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Wednesday, March 20, 2019
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Tuesday, March 19, 2019
Norwich, CT – Three Rivers Community College is pleased to announce that Frederick-Douglass Knowles II, Hartford Poet Laureate and associate professor at Three Rivers, will be the keynote speaker at the College’s fifty-fourth commencement ceremony, which will take place on Wednesday, May 22 at 5 p.m. outdoors on the campus green.
“Frederick-Douglass’s community activism, appointment as ...read more
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Tuesday, March 19, 2019
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Tuesday, March 19, 2019
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Friday, March 15, 2019
Join us Saturday March 23, 2019 for our Sip & Makeup Event.
For the $20 fee you will receive:
A basic cleanse of the faceWarm towel refreshA Patchology Sheet Mask treatmentWarm paraffin treatment on the handsA Mimosa or glass of champagneA makeup touch-up of the eyes and lipsAnd a Swag Bag of amazing samples to take home!
This service will take about 30 minutes and does need to be reserved in ...read more
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Thursday, March 14, 2019
SCORE Southeastern Connecticut Presents: “Fundamentals of Starting or Growing Your Business, #2: Customer and Competition”
Session Two of the NEW Free Small Business Workshop Series, Sponsored by Northstar Wealth Partners, Old Saybrook office
The second workshop in the Fundamentals of Starting or Growing a Business five-session series covers vision statements, target customers, and trends ...read more
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Wednesday, March 13, 2019
Norwich, CT – Three Rivers Community College invites high school seniors and their families to Senior Night. This event is an opportunity to learn more about Three Rivers and its available programs and resources. Senior Night will be held on Wednesday, April 3, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. It is free and open to the public, but attendees are asked to RSVP at www.timecenter.com/trcc.
The evening features ...read more
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Wednesday, March 13, 2019
Thursday, March 21, 2019
2 p.m. Eastern Time; 1 p.m. Central Time; 12 p.m. Mountain Time; 11 a.m. Arizona;
11 a.m. Pacific Time; 10 a.m. Alaska; 9 a.m. Hawaii
This free 120-minute webinar is open to all.
Identifying types of relief available to taxpayers in a disaster areaCalculating disaster area casualty lossesDocumenting disaster area casualty lossesObtaining information about ...read more
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Tuesday, March 12, 2019
New London, CT – Registration for The Light House’s Autism Education Conference on May 3rd at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum is now open. Now in its 13th year, AEC continues to bring in dynamic speakers with fresh perspectives, valuable insights, and practical strategies to our region. As the only autism focused conference in Eastern Connecticut, AEC gives educators, parents, caregivers and ...read more
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Tuesday, March 12, 2019
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Tuesday, March 12, 2019
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Monday, March 11, 2019
SCORE Southeastern Connecticut Presents: “Fundamentals of Starting or Growing Your Business, #1: What's the Big Idea?”
Session One of the NEW Free Small Business Workshop Series Sponsored by Northstar Wealth Partners, Old Saybrook office
The first workshop in the Fundamentals of Starting or Growing a Business five-session series explores the feasibility of your product/service idea, how it ...read more
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Monday, March 11, 2019
Catholic Charities will celebrate its 98th anniversary at our “Hope Anchors the Soul” Gala on Saturday, April 13th at the Mystic Yachting Center.
The evening begins at 5:00 PM with a silent auction, cocktail reception, and dinner, followed by dancing from 8:00 – 10:00 PM.
Tickets are $100.00 per person, cocktail attire.
Sponsorships for the event are available.
For more information, ...read more
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Wednesday, March 06, 2019
UCFS Healthcare is pleased to announce that Mamta Mishra author of Autism: Our Journey and Finding Happiness will be speaking at The Edward and Mary Lord Family Health Center, 47 Town Street, Norwich on Monday, April 1st from 12:00 pm-1:30 pm.
Her presentation includes an overview of our journey in tackling Autism, where we have come, and the continuous journey. She encourages parents, caregivers ...read more
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Wednesday, March 06, 2019
On-Site Interviews Available March 21 & 23
Mystic, CT – With the warmer months fast approaching, Mystic Aquarium is hosting its annual career fair with immediate on-site interviews available on Thursday, March 21 and Saturday, March 23. A wide-array of great seasonal part-time positions are available.
WHEN:
Thursday, March 21, 3:30pm- 5:30pm
Saturday, March 23, 10am-2pm
WHERE:
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Wednesday, March 06, 2019
Springtime Lark
Concert takes place at the Garde Arts Center, New London, CT
Featuring Tessa Lark, violin
Note: the new concert time is 7:30pm, and the pre-concert chats will begin at 6:30pm.
The ECSO ushers in spring with an eclectic blend of repertoire sure to entice listeners of all varieties. Continuing the tradition of featuring women composers, Joan Tower’s work Fanfare for the Uncommon ...read more
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Tuesday, March 05, 2019
Wednesday, April 10, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Norwich, CT – Three Rivers Community College will be hosting Vets Connect, its annual veterans resource fair, a one-stop resource for jobs, education, health services, networking and more. This year the fair will include 40 organizations and 20 yellow-ribbon colleges. Vets Connect will be held on Wednesday, April 10, 2019 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Three ...read more
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Tuesday, March 05, 2019
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Tuesday, March 05, 2019
The Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra invites the general public to attend its annual Instrumental Competition. This competition, now in its 60th year, was established to recognize the outstanding talents of emerging young musicians through the age of 25. 12 contestants have been selected for the final round held at Evans Hall on the campus of Connecticut College in New London, CT on ...read more
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Monday, March 04, 2019
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Monday, March 04, 2019
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Thursday, February 28, 2019
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Thursday, February 28, 2019
Series Sponsored by Northstar Wealth Partners, Old Saybrook office
The Fundamentals of Starting or Growing a Business, a five-session business planning workshop series led by Anne Driscoll, Eric Munro and Arlene Saffron, is for individuals who are considering starting a business or current business owners looking for insights and inspiration for growing their business. The interactive ...read more
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Thursday, February 28, 2019
Local Treasures Series: The Mohegan Tribe~25 Years Since Federal Recognition, with Mark BrownWednesday, March 6 at 6pmJoin us for an evening with Mark Brown, the only member of the Mohegan Tribe who has served on its Tribal Council continuously since 1995, in conversation with community leader Bill Stanley (Yale-New Haven L+M Hospital). How has the Mohegan Tribe’s growth contributed to our local ...read more
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Thursday, February 28, 2019
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Wednesday, February 27, 2019
How important is it to have a business plan? Do you know what a SWOT analysis is? Can the two be connected? With Economic Development Specialist Tanisha Baptiste of the Small Business Administration, you will learn the importance of both, what they are used for, what information they should contain, and what they say about your business.
Date: Tuesday, March 26, 2019 Time: 5:30 PM to 7:00 ...read more
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Tuesday, February 26, 2019
Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council meeting takes place on March 12 at Crozier Williams Student Center, Connecticut College
$20 for the General Public; Free for SECWAC members and studentsWaterford, CT – The Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) announced that CJ Chivers is to speak on “Americans in Combat in Afghanistan and Iraq” at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 12, 2019, ...read more
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Monday, February 25, 2019
Cost and price are independent, yet together they determine your business success and profit. Pricing to be competitive and being profitable are not mutually exclusive. This workshop with SCORE Mentor Eric Munro explores how to develop costs and prices, separately, and avoid common pitfalls such as underestimating real costs, mixing your pricing message and trying to be the lowest price ...read more
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Monday, February 25, 2019
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Thursday, February 21, 2019
Respected media marketer and brand manager Maria Miranda will show you 10 key actions you can take to improve your chances of being found by your target audience on the leading search tools of Google, Yahoo, Bing and Facebook. You'll leave the class empowered to make changes in your marketing efforts and will improve your search results in fewer than 30 days!
Date: Thursday, March 21, ...read more
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Thursday, February 21, 2019
New London, CT – In a unique collaboration between two leading southeastern Connecticut cultural institutions, the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center (The Kate) in Old Saybrook and the Garde Arts Center co-present The High Kings on Saturday, March 2, 2019 at 8 pm at the historic Garde Theater, 325 State Street, New London.
The High Kings, contemporary heirs of Ireland’s folk heritage, are ...read more
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Wednesday, February 20, 2019
This informative and interactive session will improve your organizational alignment and boost your operational efficiency.
Whether you are just starting out or are well into your journey, this workshop with Tom Gezo, intended for 501c3 organizations, will provide ideas and insight into board development, governance, organizational structure, and succession planning. It will also provide you with ...read more
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Tuesday, February 19, 2019
Most small business owners realize they ought to use the internet to advertise, attract new customers, and develop a regular client/customer base. Yet many are hesitant to wade into a digital world dominated by media giants. And there is the concern about exposing your (and your clients’) ideas and personal data to theft and manipulation. This workshop presents a realistic assessment of the ...read more
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Friday, February 15, 2019
Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra and Chorus will perform Mozart’s Requiem at the Cathedral of St. Patrick in Norwich, CT on Sunday, April 14 at 7:30pm. General admission seating is free and the doors will open at 6:45pm.The Edward and Mary Lord Foundation has given a significant grant to ensure that this concert is an accessible benefit to all of Southeastern CT and beyond.
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Thursday, February 14, 2019
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Wednesday, February 13, 2019
Dance into summer with Eastern Connecticut Ballet’s Summer Programs for ages 3 ½ through pre-professional and adults. The school for classical ballet training offers many different programs at its East Lyme studio in July and August with options of participating in a single or multi-week program.
Students will receive superior training with preeminent resident faculty Gloria Govrin (Artistic ...read more
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Tuesday, February 12, 2019
Small business owners not only have to manage their business every day, they also have to sell. In this workshop with Jim Jackson of the CT Small Business Development Center, learn the principles and details of a successful consultative selling process based on actual field experience, including the five cardinal rules of selling, keeping score and closing the sale, qualifying prospects, and ...read more
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Tuesday, February 12, 2019
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Tuesday, February 12, 2019
March is National Problem Gambling Awareness Month! Please join us to learn more about expanded legalized gambling in Connecticut and the impact it can have on your community. Hear directly from people in treatment who want to share their impactful stories with you.
Free and open to all community members, this event will discuss the programs and services offered by the Connecticut Council on ...read more
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Friday, February 08, 2019
This interactive, hands-on workshop with Marketing expert Arlene Saffron introduces the importance of Branding businesses and products, whether you are a solo entrepreneur or a 50-person company, and discusses what a Brand is and is not. It is recommended that workshop participants have a business plan, even a simple one.
Date: Wednesday, March 6th, 2019 Time: 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM ...read more
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Thursday, February 07, 2019
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