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Thursday, October 24
TORRINGTON: Connecticut Yankee Chorale sponsors an all-you-can-eat Pasta and Polenta Supper with continuous servings from 5-7 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 21 Fern Dr. Scarpelli’s Catering will prepare a meal that includes pasta, polenta, meatballs, tossed salad, rolls and butter, beverage and dessert; take-out dinners will also be available, and there will be door prizes. Tickets are $7 adults, $5 children (under 12), and may be purchased from any member of the Chorale or at the door. Proceeds will benefit the Chorale’s Scholarship and Music Funds; for more info call 489-4870, or 485-1186.
Friday, October 25
AVON: Valley Community Baptist Church, 590 West Avon Rd. (Route 167) presents a dramatized version of "The Sermon on the Mount" performed by storyteller and TV star Frank Runyeon at 7 p.m. Runyeon places the famous sermon in a revealing and dramatic new setting as told by the Apostle Matthew. The very human stories of a livestock merchant, silk trader, seamstress and many others come to life in this powerful and humorous drama. Admission is free; a free-will offering will be received. Child care will be provided for ages 3 and under; for more info call 860-673-6826.
LITCHFIELD: Community Center activities—Bereavement Group (ongoing, all welcome) at 9 a.m.; Senior exercise class ($5) from 10:30-11:30 a.m.; creative writing course from 1-3 p.m.
LITCHFIELD: League of Women Voters of Litchfield County sponsors a 5th District U.S. Representative candidate debate at 7 p.m. at the Connecticut Junior Republic on Route 63 (2.5 miles north of the Litchfield green). Participating will be Republican Nancy Johnson, Democrat Jim Maloney, Joseph Zdonczyk of the Concerned Citizens Party, and Libertarian Walter Gengarelly. Tom Monahan of WVIT channel 30 and Ruth Epstein, editor of the Lakeville Journal, will act as questioners. The public is encouraged to attend; questions will be accepted from the audience. For more info visit <www.lwvct.org>.
TORRINGTON: Sullivan Senior Center activities—Seniorcize at 9 a.m.; Italian class at 9:15 a.m.; line dancing at 1:30 p.m.; 9/5 tournament at 1:45 p.m.
WINSTED: Charter CommunityVision Channel 13 hosts a debate that it will carry live at 8 p.m. between David Cappabianca and George Wilber, candidates for State Representative in the 63rd District. The moderator will be Michael Marciano, editor of the Winsted Journal; viewers may call in with questions which will be presented to the candidates. The 63rd District includes the towns of Winchester, Colebrook, North Canaan, Norfolk, western Barkhamsted, and Hartland. The seat became open when Phil Prelli announced last May that he would not seek re-election. For more info about the debate, call Charter at 738-5090.
Saturday, October 26
LITCHFIELD: The Forman School, 12 Norfolk Rd. hosts an Open House from 9-11 a.m. in the Johnson Art Center; campus tours with student ambassadors will be available. The Forman School is a private, co-educational college preparatory school (grades 9-12) where children with learning differences can achieve academic excellence. For more info call the Admissions Office at 860-567-1802.
LITCHFIELD: Community Center activities—yoga with Maureen Dodd ($10) from 9:30-11 a.m.; Lion’s Club Halloween Dance ($15 per person, $25 per couple) from 7-11 p.m.
NORFOLK: Norfolk Lions Club holds its Fall Apple Sale from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. in front of the Norfolk Pharmacy on Station Place. Deluxe fresh-picked apples, cider, and homemade apple baked goods will be available. Proceeds benefit the Norfolk Lions Club Ambulance and other Lions Club charities.
THOMASTON: Thomaston Methodist Church hosts a Yankee Pot Roast Dinner from 5-7 p.m. Menu includes pot roast, potatoes, carrots, salad, beverage and homemade apple crisp. Cost is $8 adults, $7 seniors, $5 children (12 and under).
TORRINGTON: Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day will be held for the residents of Canaan, Colebrook, Cornwall, Goshen, Hartland, Harwinton, Kent, Litchfield, Morris, Norfolk, North Canaan, Salisbury, Sharon and Torrington at the Torrington Water Pollution Control Plant on Bogue Rd. Items such as oil-based paints and stains, turpentine, pesticides, herbicides, household cleaners, hobby supplies, 20-lb. propane tanks, and fluorescent bulbs will be accepted. Residents may also turn in mercury thermometers and receive a free digital thermometer in exchange. There is no charge, but residents must pre-register with their town hall by October 24; for more info call 860-491-9884.
TORRINGTON: Concordia Lodge #20 Sons of Italy, 34 Center St. holds early bingo at 1 p.m. and regular bingo at 2 p.m., with progressive jackpot and refreshments. Doors open at 11 a.m.
TORRINGTON: First Congregational Church, 835 Riverside Ave. holds an old-fashioned Chicken Pie Supper fundraiser from 4-7 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. The delicious meal will include chicken and gravy, mashed potatoes, two vegetables, biscuits, and fresh homemade pie. Tickets are $8 adults, $5 children (ages 4-12); take-outs will be available. The church is handicapped-accessible. For more info or to reserve tickets, call 482-0391.
TORRINGTON: Drakeville Volunteer Fire Dept. sponsors a Pasta Dinner from 5-8 p.m. at the Drakeville Firehouse. Tickets are $7 adults, $4 children (under 12); take-out orders will be available.
WINSTED: A Lasagna Dinner and Silent Auction to benefit Project Graduation will be held at Northwestern Regional High School, 100 Battistoni Drive. Dinner will be served from 5:30-7:30 p.m.; tickets are $6. Preview for the auction begins at 4 p.m., with bidding from 5:30-8:15 p.m. For more info call 379-7132.
Sunday, October 27
WINSTED: Winsted United Methodist Church, 630 Main St. holds a Roast Beef Dinner from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Menu includes roast beef and gravy, mashed potatoes, carrots, homemade pie and beverages. Cost is $8.50 adults, $8 seniors, $5 children (under 12); for reservations call 379-6386, or 379-4454. The Church Mouse will be open during dinner for crafts and collectibles.
Monday, October 28
LITCHFIELD: Community Center activities—yoga with Elin Larson ($7) at 9 a.m.; color and movement class with Paola DeMiranda at 10:15 a.m.; movie "Panic Room" at 1 p.m.; Weight Watchers meeting at 5 p.m.
MORRIS: A family-style Roast Beef Dinner to benefit the Morris Congregational Church will be held from 4:30-7 p.m. at the Morris Community Hall on Route 109. The all-you-can-eat menu includes roast beef, mashed potatoes with gravy, salad, vegetable, rolls, beverage and homemade desserts. Tickets are $9 adults, $3.50 children (12 and under), and may be purchased at the door; for more info call 567-0693.
TORRINGTON: Sullivan Senior Center activities—Seniorcize at 9 a.m.; needlework at 9:30 a.m.; Creative Crafts at 1:30 p.m.
TORRINGTON: COSA, a 12-step support group for the partners of sex, love and/or pornography addicts, holds its weekly meeting at 10 a.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church, at the corner of Prospect and Water St. For more info call 860-480-0023, or visit <www.cosa-recovery.org>.
WINSTED: Town of Winchester Planning and Zoning Commission meets at 7 p.m. in the P. Francis Hicks Room on the 2nd floor of Town Hall.
Tuesday, October 29
GREAT BARRINGTON: Claire Teague Senior Center holds its Halloween Party and lunch at 11:30 a.m. Kevin Bell will entertain; children from the Family Center and Bear Care have been invited to join us. Please call 413-528-1881 for lunch reservations.
LITCHFIELD: Community Center activities—painting with friends (artists of all levels welcome) from 9 a.m.-noon; computer class from 1-3 p.m.; Senior bingo from 1-3 p.m.; Avon representatives meeting at 5 p.m.
TORRINGTON: Sullivan Senior Center activities—cooking class at 8 a.m.; shuffleboard at 8:30 a.m.; craft class at 9:30 a.m.; Sr. Swim "Y" at 10 a.m.; stamping and embossing at 1:30 p.m.; pinochle at 1:45 p.m.; yoga at 2:30 p.m.
Wednesday, October 30
LITCHFIELD: Community Center adult activities—yoga with Elin Larson ($7) at 9 a.m.; watercolor class with Dora Cox from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; bridge (players of all levels welcome) at 12:30 p.m.; yoga with Maureen Dodd ($10) from 7-8:30 p.m.
TORRINGTON: Sullivan Senior Center activities—health screening by appointment (call 489-2211); Belles & Beaux at 9:30 a.m.; Creative Hands at 1 p.m.; line dancing at 1:30 p.m.; music and dancing to country and favorites at 1:30 p.m.
WINSTED: The Right Step Christian Recovery support group of the Liberty Full Gospel Christian Fellowship meets at 7:15 p.m. at the United Methodist Church, 630 Main St. All are welcome; for more info call Pastor Verna DiMaio at 860-480-4914 (cell phone), or 860-489-2689.
Thursday, October 31
LITCHFIELD: Community Center activities—blood pressure screening at 9:30 a.m.; Chi Gong with Luisa DeCastro at 9:30 a.m.; creative writing course from 1-3 p.m.
TORRINGTON: Sullivan Senior Center activities—instructional bridge at 9 a.m.; Sr. Swim "Y" at 10 a.m.; blood pressure screening at 10 a.m.; art class at 1:30 p.m.; bingo at 1:45 p.m.
TORRINGTON: Concordia Lodge #20 Sons of Italy, 34 Center St. holds early bingo at 6 p.m. and regular bingo at 7 p.m., with progressive jackpot and refreshments. Doors open at 4 p.m.
Friday, November 1
LITCHFIELD: Community Center activities—yoga with Fran Oneglia ($7) at 9 a.m.; Senior exercise class ($5) from 10:30-11:30 a.m.; music lecture on Offenbach, Napoleon II and Gay Paris with Jeffery Engel at 1 p.m.; creative writing course from 1-3 p.m.; teen program at 7 p.m.
Saturday, November 2
CANAAN: North Canaan Congregational Church sponsors its annual Calico Fair from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Pilgrim House, 30 Granite Ave. A homemade luncheon of soups, sandwiches and fruit cobbler will be served. The fair includes a large white elephant/ tag sale, tea cup auction, books, SERRV international gifts, crafts, balloon art and face painting, homemade baked goods and candy, a children’s clothing exchange, and a children’s activity room. For more info call 860-824-7232.
CANTON: Focus on Canton sponsors the fall Neighbor Helping Neighbor Day from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. This is a great way to help out your neighbors who are in physical, financial or family need. Come for the day, or merely a few minutes; tasks will be given out individually, and any time you can spend will be greatly appreciated. The day begins at 8:30 a.m. at Canton Baptist Church for coffee and to pick up assignments. Tasks include raking, window washing, weeding, dump runs, simple painting, turning mattresses, changing draperies, etc. For more info, to sign up for assistance or to volunteer, call Mary Breviglieri at 738-2525 (work) or 693-2487 (home).
TORRINGTON: Concordia Lodge #20 Sons of Italy, 34 Center St. holds early bingo at 1 p.m. and regular bingo at 2 p.m., with progressive jackpot and refreshments. Doors open at 11 a.m.
TORRINGTON: Holy Trinity Church, 64 Berry St. (one block west of Migeon Ave.) holds its annual Strudel Bake Sale; fresh, homemade Viennese-style apple strudel may be picked up at the church from 6-8 .m. Reservations are required; to place an order, call 482-6100 or 489-9946.
WINSTED: Flowing River Ministries, 100 Main St. hosts a Women’s Fellowship Brunch from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Guest speaker will be Gloria Koczera of East Windsor, the founder of Elohim Ministry. Gloria is also a leader of Flowing River Ministries, serving as prophet and elder. Come and hear how the Lord has set her free from abuse and low self-esteem as she teaches using her creative skills with song and puppets.
Sunday, November 3
TORRINGTON: Catholic Inter-Parish Adult Education Initiative sponsors a presentation on the importance of preparing in advance for making decisions at the end stages of life at 2 p.m. in the St. Peter Church Hall, 109 East Main St. Sr. Suzanne Gross, a Franciscan Sister of the Eucharist and Program Coordinator for the Hartford Archdiocesan Pro-Life Activities, will discuss tools such as living wills, advanced directives, and the use of conservators. People of all faith traditions are welcome; there is no admission charge, and refreshments will be served.
WINSTED: St. Andrew’s Lodge, 27 Wheeler St. holds its Fall Roast Beef Dinner from noon-1:30 p.m. Each year St. Andrew’s awards scholarships to college bound seniors at Gilbert and Regional #7. These scholarships are supported entirely by the proceeds of the roast beef dinners and by donations to the scholarship fund. Come and enjoy a really good dinner and at the same time help a deserving student go to college. Tickets are $8 adults, $5 children (under 12) and will be available at the door, but reservations are advisable. For more info call 379-6425, or 379-8936.
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