Community Calendar

 

 

Friday, April 26

COLEBROOK

: Senior Center activities–lunch at noon (call 738-9521 by noon Thursday for reservations).

GREAT BARRINGTON

: Claire Teague Senior Center activities–breakfast is offered at 8:30 a.m. (cost is $2); Tai Chi at 9 a.m.

LITCHFIELD

: Community Center activities–Bereavement Group facilitated by Friends of Hospice at 9 a.m.; Senior exercise class at 10:30 a.m.; Peacemakers group meets at 12:30 p.m.; creative writing group from 1-3 p.m.; "Battle of the Bands" for students in grades 7-12 ($5) from 7-11 p.m.

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

: McCarthy Senior Center activities–crafts with Alice LeVesque at 10 a.m.; lunch with Gert and friends at noon; bingo with Evelyn Ruffenach at 1 p.m.

 

Saturday, April 27

CORNWALL

: Rotary Club of Litchfield Hills meets at the Cornwall Inn on Route 7 at 8:15 a.m. Yoko, a best selling author from Japan, will discuss the book "Beyond the Bamboo Curtain." Cost of $6 includes continental breakfast; the public is invited. For more info call Ann Treimann at 860-672-1114.

FALLS VILLAGE

: The Ladies Auxiliary of the Falls Village Volunteer Fire Department hosts a Ham Dinner at 6 p.m. Menu for the buffet includes ham with potatoes and carrots, salad, and baked pie and ice cream; take-out will also be available. Tickets are $8 adults, $5 children (ages 5-12), under 5 free, and are available at Culligan Water on Beebe Hill Rd. or from Auxiliary members. Proceeds from the dinner will benefit the Edward McGuire Memorial Scholarship Fund, which helps pay tuition for post-secondary education for children of the fire department, auxiliary, and ambulance service members. The Ladies Auxiliary is a support division of the Falls Village Volunteer Fire Department, providing food and beverages during prolonged emergency calls, and raising funds for the department’s smaller purchase needs; for more info call Gina Jasmine at 860-824-7873, or Linda Paviol at 860-824-7808.

GREAT BARRINGTON

: Simons Rock College hosts a Discovery Day Open House for prospective students and their families to tour the campus and attend a class; meet at Blodgett House at 9:30 a.m. Free; for more info and reservations, call 413-528-7355.

LITCHFIELD

: Community Center activities–yoga for all ages at 9:30 a.m.

NEW HARTFORD

: A Community Clothing Swap will be held at North Congregational Church from 9 a.m.-noon. Bring your gently used clothing and shoes to trade for items swapped in by others. Hundreds of spring and summer items will be available for children, women and men. This ongoing event is free and open to the public; for more info call 860-379-2466.

NEW HARTFORD

: Immaculate Conception Parish holds its 13th annual Luncheon for Seniors and their Pastors from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the North Congregational Church Hall, 17 Church St. The event is sponsored by the Social Concerns Committee, New Hartford Council of Catholic Women and Women’s Guild. A variety of homemade soups and sandwiches will be served, and the Women’s Guild will provide a delicious dessert bar. Sister Ann from Trinita, a retreat Center in New Hartford, and Mary Kent will lead a sing-along on their guitars. RSVP with Mary Kent at 379-5348, or sign up at the New Hartford and Barkhamsted Senior Centers; if you need a ride call Paulette Izumi at 738-7235.

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.

WINSTED

: United Methodist Church, 630 Main St. holds its annual Spaghetti Supper from 5-7 p.m. Cost is $6.50 adults, $4 children, preschoolers free.

 

Sunday, April 28

SALISBURY

: Habitat for Humanity, Northwest CT Affiliate dedicates a newly constructed home on Selleck Hill (1.3 miles from intersection with Lincoln City Rd.) at 3 p.m. The public is invited to the dedication and open house tour. Please join the Lefferts family and Habitat for the festivities; refreshments will be served. The celebration is also a "thank you" to all who helped make this home possible: land was donated by Mrs. Duncan Ellsworth and construction materials by area businesses; volunteers gave generously of their time, skills and expertise; and financial contributions were made to the group’s appeals. This building project is truly a community effort of which to be proud. For more info call Lyn Hart at 860-364-5807.

TORRINGTON

: Drakeville Volunteer Fire Dept. sponsors a French Toast, Pancake and Sausage Breakfast from 8 a.m.-noon at the Drakeville Volunteer Firehouse. Open to the public; walk-ins are welcome and take-out will be available. Donation is $5 adults, $3 children (under 12); for more info call 860-496-9607.

WINSTED

: Winsted Fire Police hold a Pancake Breakfast from 7-11 a.m. at the Prospect Street Firehouse. Menu includes pancakes, sausage, fruit, coffee and juice. Cost is $5 adults, $3 children (ages 5-12), under 5 free; tickets will be available at the door. There will also be a prize raffle and 50/50 raffle. For more info call Brian of Laurel City Towing at 860-738-7326.

WINSTED

: St. Joseph's Fellowship for People with Disabilities meets after the 10 a.m. Mass at St. Joseph's Church Meeting Room, Main St. The mission of the Fellowship is to unite people with disabilities and embrace and encourage their participation in the celebration of Jesus Christ. Fellowship members will participate in the Mass. Anyone who is interested in learning more about the group is welcome to attend; for more info call Pat Cheever at 379-8958, or Ellen C. Marino at 738-2369.

 

Monday, April 29

COLEBROOK

: Senior Center activities–Rubber Stamping Club at 10 a.m.; lunch at noon (call 738-9521 by noon Friday for reservations).

GREAT BARRINGTON

: Claire Teague Senior Center activities–low impact exercise class at 9:30 a.m.; tap dancing at 11 a.m.; art class with Pat Hogan at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.

LITCHFIELD

: Community Center activities–yoga at 11 a.m.; movie "Green Fingers" at 1 p.m.; Land Use Seminar at 6 p.m.; Soccer Club meets at 7 p.m.

TORRINGTON

: Sullivan Senior Center activities–Seniorcize at 9 a.m.; needlework at 9:30 a.m.; Creative Crafts at 1:30 p.m.

 

Tuesday, April 30

COLEBROOK

: Senior Center activities–exercise with Jan from 9-9:30 a.m.; lunch at noon (call 738-9521 by noon Monday for reservations); shopping in Winsted and/or Torrington at 1 p.m.

FARMINGTON

: The Career Center of Tunxis Community College at Routes 6 & 177 hosts a Career/ Job Fair from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Administration Building. Organizations currently seeking employees as well as job placement offices will be represented. Organizations expected to attend include those engaged in technology, business and finance, computer information systems, government, healthcare, security, insurance, education, engineering science, retail, human services, and arts and media. Free and open to the public; for more info call 860-679-9507.

GREAT BARRINGTON

: Claire Teague Senior Center activities–Tai Chi at 5:30 p.m.

LITCHFIELD

: Community Center adult activities–painting with friends (all artists welcome) from 9 a.m.-noon; Crafters Corner meets from 10 a.m.-noon; WCAA meeting from 11 a.m.- 1p.m.; Senior bingo from 1-3 p.m.; Cub Scout meeting at 6:30 p.m.; "Creating Financial Abundance in an Unstable Economy" seminar with Greg Dwyer (free and open to the public) at 7 p.m.

TORRINGTON

: Sullivan Senior Center activities–cooking class at 8:15 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, May 1

BRISTOL

: The Mothers of Multiples of Greater Bristol are looking for all past presidents to join the group for an Appreciation Dinner to celebrate the club’s 20th anniversary at 7 p.m. at the First Congregational Church, 31 Maple St. Past presidents interested in attending should call Tracy Vontell at 860-582-5041. New members are always welcome; for more info call membership chair Cheryl Wadhwa at 860-584-8875.

COLEBROOK

: Senior Center activities–Quilting Club from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Bridge Club from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

HARWINTON

: Harwinton Women’s Club meets at 7 p.m. at the Senior Center on Weingart Rd. Election of officers will be held. Members will decide which organizations will be receiving donations from the proceeds of the annual quilt raffle. Harwinton women who are interested in joining a service organization are welcome to attend any meeting, and members are urged to invite guests.

LITCHFIELD

: Community Center adult activities–yoga at 9:30 a.m.; watercolor class with Dora Cox from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; bridge at 12:30 p.m.; yoga at 7 p.m.

TORRINGTON

: Litchfield County Business and Professional Women’s Club meets at the Venetian Restaurant with networking at 5:30 p.m., business meeting at 6 p.m., and dinner at 6:30 p.m., followed by new officer installation with state president Kathleen Kelly presiding. The main topic of discussion will be membership and planning for the upcoming year’s programs; bring possible program ideas and names of potential speakers. Dinner cost is $22; reservations required by April 29. The public is invited; for more info call Andrea McCormick at 860-489-8931.

 

Thursday, May 2

COLEBROOK

: Senior Center activities–yoga with Jan from 9-9:30 a.m.; lunch at noon (call 738-9521 by noon Wednesday for reservations).

FARMINGTON

: Tunxis Community College at Routes 6 & 177 invites those interested in enrolling in courses to an Open House from 4-7 p.m. Current Tunxis students who have not selected a major are also welcome to attend. Tour the campus on the half-hour; learn about admissions and financial aid; meet faculty from all degree programs; visit classrooms; and view graphics, fine arts, photography, computer and technology labs. You’ll have the opportunity to learn more about various programs, including online learning, continuing education, and transfer programs. You’ll also be able to meet staff from various departments, including career development and job placement, tutoring, student activities, counseling, disability resources, health services, library services, on-campus childcare, and more. Free and open to the public; light refreshments will be served. For more info call 860-679-9521.

LITCHFIELD

: Community Center activities–Garden Club Community Topiary Project (part 2) at 9:30 a.m.; creative writing group from 10 a.m.-noon; LHS Sports Booster Club awards ceremony at 6 p.m.; State Police Explorer program at 6 p.m.; advanced Italian class at 6:30 p.m.

LITCHFIELD

: Litchfield-Morris Rotary meets at noon at the Litchfield Inn. Guest speaker will be Connecticut Secretary of State Susan Bysiewicz. Cost is $11.50. Rotary members and their guests are welcome; for more info call Andy Thibault at 860-567-8492.

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.

WINSTED

: Noah Christian Singles Group meets from 7-9 p.m. at Church of Christ, 800 Main St. Come join us; we are always doing something fun! For more info call Jennifer at 860-738-8063.

WINSTED

: Blanche McCarthy Senior Center, 80 Holabird Ave. sponsors a Penny Auction with doors opening at 5:30 p.m.; numbers will be called at 7 p.m. Hotdogs, chips, desserts and drinks will be available for purchase. For more info call 379-4252, or 379-8325.

 

Friday, May 3

COLEBROOK

: Senior Center activities–lunch at noon (call 738-9521 by noon Thursday for reservations).

LITCHFIELD

: Community Center activities–Senior exercise class at 10:30 a.m.; creative writing group from 1-3 p.m.; "Fred and Jennie" book talk and signing with author Ernest Barker (free, refreshments will be served) at 1:30 p.m.; movie and pizza night for students in grades 7-9 ($3) from 7-10 p.m.

SHARON

: Church Women United sponsor a luncheon to celebrate May Friendship Day at noon in the Parish House of Christ Church Episcopal, 9 South Main St. May Friendship Day is an annual event that is observed by Protestant, Roman Catholic, Orthodox and other Christian women in a common worship experience for the purpose of building and strengthening friendly relations within the community. The theme for this year’s service is "Sharing Our Stories, Healing Our Hearts, Celebrating God’s Love." Women of all faiths are invited to attend. There is no charge, but reservations are required by calling Francoise Kelz at 860-364-5842 before May 1.

WINSTED

: Winsted AARP #1051 meets at 1:30 p.m. in the recreation room at Chestnut Grove. Election of officers will take place. Mr. Fred Newman of the Winsted Housing Authority will speak about the plans for expansion of Winsted’s senior housing. The Board of Directors will meet at 12:30 p.m.

 

Saturday, May 4

GOSHEN

: The 16th annual Goshen Boy Scout Dinner will be held at St. Thomas Church Hall on Route 63 with continuous servings from 5-7 p.m. Menu includes steak, clam chowder, baked potato, vegetable, salad, dessert and beverage. Donation is $12; for reservations call Eileen McKay at 491-2768. Tickets will also be available at the door.

LITCHFIELD

: Community Center activities–yoga for all ages at 9:30 a.m.

TORRINGTON

: United Congregational Church, 1622 Torringford St. (Route 183) hosts a Tag and Used Clothing Sale from 8 a.m.-2 p.m., rain or shine. The church is handicapped accessible.

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.

 

Sunday, May 5

RIVERTON

: Turkey Dinner served family style at the Riverton Grange Hall from noon-1:30 p.m. Tickets are $7 adults, $3.50 children. For reservations call Phyllis Bierce at 379-4064, or Gladys Anstett at 379-6302.

TORRINGTON

: Torringford Volunteer Fire Dept. Auxiliary holds a Pancake Breakfast from 8 a.m.-noon at the Torringford Firehouse on East Main St. Tickets are $4.50 adults, $2.50 children (under 12), and are available from members and at Union Glass; walk-ins are welcome. For more info call Kathy Newkirk at 860-482-6389 (leave message).

WINSTED

: St. Andrew’s Lodge Scholarship Fund presents its Spring Roast Beef Dinner from noon-1:30 p.m. at the Lodge, 27 Wheeler St. 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 Lodge’s annual dinners and donations to the fund. Tickets are $8 adults, $5 children (under 12), and will be available at the door, but reservations are advisable; call 379-6425 or 379-8936.