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03/17/2009 to 12/31/2011
"From East to West, Across Our Homelands" - 38 Curtis Road, Washington, CT 06793. Phone: 860-868-0518. This exhibit celebrates the enduring artistry and individuality of Native American communities throughout North America.
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03/07/2010 to 12/30/2010
The Deer Run Prehistoric Native American Archaeology Site - 38 Curtis Road, Washington, CT 06793. Phone: 860-868-0518. The Litchfield Hills Archaeology Club unearthed an exciting discovery at their summer dig - an undisturbed campsite at least 4,500 years old! The Deer Run Site is a Prehistoric Native American site located on a terrace in the uplands of Warren, Connecticut. Numerous stone and clay objects suggest multi-activities and reoccupation over thousands of years.
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05/16/2010 to 10/10/2010
Exhibit: "Life on Lake Waramaug: Past, Present, Future" - Gunn Memorial Museum, 5 Wykeham Rd., Washington, CT 06793. Phone: 860-868-7756. Fax: 860-868-7247. Openning reception: Sunday May 16th from 1-3pm at the Gunn Museum. The exhibit: Life on Lake Waramaug: Past, Present, Future. Through pictures, stories and artifacts this wonderful exhibit takes visitors on a journey, starting 10,000 years ago with the first inhabitants of the Lake, the Native Americans and Chief Waramaug, to its rise as a 19th century summer resort, showcasing the hay day of inns and summer fun on the Lake. The book, A History of Lake Waramaug by Mary Harwood, has been reprinted and will be available for purchase. This event is free and open to the public. Open: Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10:00am to 4:00pm and Sunday 12:00pm-4:00pm.
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08/07/2010 to 09/12/2010
Juried Still Life Exhibition with Bob Lenz at The Henderson Hunt Hill Cultural Center Hunt Hill Farm - New Milford - 44 Upland Rd., New Milford, CT 06776. Phone: 860-355-0300. Still Life Territory, a juried exhibition with Bob Lenz will be the focus of The Silo Gallery's next art exhibit at Hunt Hill Farm's Henderson Cultural Center. The main gallery will feature twenty-two painters who were selected for the show including Paul Batch, Willard Lustenader, Elizabeth MacDonald and Jill Sarver. In the New Talent Gallery, works by Escape To The Arts students from Danbury, will be on display. The exhibition's awards presentation and opening reception will take place on Saturday, August 7th from 3 to 5 p.m. at 44 Upland Rd., New Milford, CT. Mr. Batch will be teaching an en plein air painting workshop at Hunt Hill Farm on Saturday, August 21st. The opening reception for The Silo Gallery's Summer Exhibition includes wines by Hopkins Vineyard and light appetizers by The Silo Cooking School with Chef Mary Kravec. The opening reception and exhibition are free. Hunt Hill Farm hours are Wed. through Sat., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday's noon to 5 p.m. For more information please call Valerie Culbertson, Silo Gallery Director.
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08/07/2010 to 09/12/2010
Juried Still Life Exhibition with Bob Lenz at Hunt Hill Farm's Silo Gallery - 44 Upland Rd., New Milford, CT 06776. Phone: 860-355-0300.

with guest juror, painter Bob Lenz that runs from August 7th through September 12th. The main gallery will feature twenty-two painters who were selected for the show including Still Life Territory, a juried exhibition with Bob Lenz will be the focus of The Silo Gallery’s next art exhibit at Hunt Hill Farm’s Henderson Cultural Center. The still life exhibition is a competition organized by The Silo Gallery Director, Valerie CulbertsonPaul Batch, Willard Lustenader, Elizabeth MacDonald and Jill Sarver. In the New Talent Gallery, works by Escape To The Arts students from Danbury, will be on display. The exhibition’s awards presentation and opening reception will take place on Saturday, August 7th from 3 to 5 p.m. The opening reception for The Silo Gallery’s juried exhibition includes wines by Hopkins Vineyard and light appetizers by The Silo Cooking School with Chef Mary Kravec. The opening reception and exhibition are free. Hunt Hill Farm hours are Wed. through Sat., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday’s noon to 5 p.m. For more information please call Valerie Culbertson, Silo Gallery Director or visit our website.
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08/19/2010 to 10/31/2010
Sunflower Maze at March Farm--Bethlehem - 160 Munger Lane, Bethlehem, CT 06751. Phone: 203-266-7721. March Farm is open daily 9AM to 6PM with it's annual Sunflower Maze...Enjoy a relaxing picnic under the pavilon while the kids explore our expanded Hayloft Playscape and Animal Yard. Also, Farm Hike now open. Pick your own Blueberries and Peaches 7 days a week. A seasonal Farm Market with homegrown fruits, vegetables and herbs, regional specialty foods--jams, dressings, syrups and honey, fresh eggs, farm bakery treats including fruit pies, cookies and cider doughnuts. Fun for the whole family.
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08/26/2010 to 09/24/2010
Iron Faith: Celebrating the History of St. Bridget Church At the Sharon Historical Society - 18 Main Street, Sharon, CT 06069. Phone: 860-364-5688. Celebrates the iron ore industry in Litchfield Hills and presents research on the area's 19th century iron and other workers, including many who were founders of St. Bridget Church.
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08/28/2010 to 09/25/2010
Gregory James Gallery Presents--Art of the Animals--New Milford - 13 Main Street, New Milford, CT 06776. Phone: 860-354-3436. An art exhibit, Art of the Animals at the Gregory James Gallery will be held from August 28th thru September 25, 2010. Featuring works by Melody Asburg, Clayton Buchanan, James Coe, Mally DeSomma, Carol Brightman Johnson, Roger Kastel, Bill Rice, Lorraine Ryan, Jason Tako, John Swatsley, and Scott Zuckerman. Opening reception on Saturday, August 28th from 5-7PM.
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08/29/2010 to 11/28/2010
Corn Maze at Ellsworth Hill Orchard and Berry Farm--Sharon - 461 Cornwall Bridge Rd., Rte. 4, Sharon, CT 06069. Phone: 860-364-0025. The Corn Maze at Ellsworth Hill Orchard will be open from the end of August through November. A fun and educational activity for children as well as adults. $7 Admission. Children under 5 free. Call for further information or check the website.
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09/03/2010 to 10/03/2010
The White Gallery Exhibition by Robert Natkin--Lakeville - 342 Main Street, Lakeville, CT 06039. Phone: 860-435-1029. The White Gallery is pleased to host the first exhibition of Robert Natkin's work since his passing last spring. A Life of Art: Robert Natkin 1930-2010 opens September 3rd and runs through October 3rd. Natkin, a painter who rose to prominence in the late 1960's and 1970's with work that blended intensely colorful Abstraction with Post Impressionist colors, was inspired by the artists Henri Matisse, Cezanne, and Paul Gray. Lakeville Gallery Night and an opening reception are scheduled for September 4, 2010 from 5-7PM.
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09/09/2010
New England's Other Witch Hunt: John Winthrop, Jr. and the Hartford Witch Panic of 1660's - Torrington Historical Society - 192 Main Street, Torrington, CT 06790. Phone: 860-482-8260. On Thursday evening, September 9, 2010 at 7PM a lecture: New England's Other Witch Hunt: John Winthrop, Jr. and the Hartford Witch Panic of the 1660's will be presented at the Torrington Historical Society. The lecture will be given by Walter Woodward, Connecticut State Historian and Associate Professor of History at UCONN, Storrs. Years before the Salem witch trails, Connecticut , not Massachusetts, was New England's most zealous prosecutor of witchcraft. The lecture is free and open to the public.
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09/10/2010 to 09/19/2010
Seven Angels Theatre Presents My Fair Lady-Waterbury - Plank Road, Waterbury, CT 06705. Phone: 203-757-4676. The classic Lerner and Loewe musical with a great local cast--My Fair Lady--A show for the whole family. A Seven Angels Stage II Community Production fundraiser for WATR's Sunshine Fund. Tickets. $18-$23. Matinees and Evenings. Check the website for times and tickets. Seven Angels Theare is Greater Waterbury's only Equity professional regional theatre and is located in the historic Hamilton Park Pavillion on Plank Road in Waterbury. Free parking and wheelchair access.
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09/10/2010 to 09/12/2010
A Taste of Greater Danbury - Celebrating Danbury 325th Anniversary - Main St., Danbury, CT 06810. Phone: 203-792-1771. On Fri., 6 p.m. Museum in the Streets Unveiling, Library Plaza. On Sat. 9 a.m. 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony, Elmwood Park 10:30 a.m., YMCA 10K Run, Boughton St., Noon- 10 p.m Taste of Dnabury,The Green Noon- 7 p.m. YMCA 10K Run Awards, The Green 8 p.m., Taste of Danbury band begins, The Green, 9:30 p.m. Fireworks over the The Green. On Sunday, 11 am., News Times Community Prade, Rose St. to Boughton St., noon - 7 p.m. Taste of Danbury, The Green, 12:30 p .m. Walk of Honor, The Green, 3:30 p.m. 325th City of Danbury Anniversary Birth Cake, The Green. This year feature band "The Marshall Tucker Band.
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09/10/2010 to 09/12/2010
87th Annual Bethlehem Fair - Bethlehem, 06751. Phone: 203-266-5350. Bethlehem Fairgrounds, Rte. 61, Bethlehem, CT 06751. Phone: (203) 266-5350. Fax: (203) 266-7795. Bethlehem Fair is Going Green! Major Fair. Hours: Fri. 5pm-10 pm., Sat. 8 am -11 pm., Sun. 8 am -5:00 pm. Adults $7, Seniors (Sat. & Sun.) $5; Children under 12 Free.
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09/11/2010
Waterbury Chorale Presents A Tribute to the Events of September 11, 2001 - 46 Church Hill Road, Newtown, CT 06470. Phone: 203-755-2561. On Saturday, September 11, 2010 at 8PM at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Newtown the Waterbury Chorale will perform--The Armed Man-- a tribute to the events of September 11, 2001. Tickets: $20 in advance-$25 at the Door. Check the website for further information.
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09/11/2010
Revolutionay War Program Series at Goshen Public Library - 42B North Street, Goshen, CT 06756. Phone: 860-491-3234. On Sautrday, Septembe 11, 2010 the Revolutionary War Program Series begins at noon with River Ramblers--an education program blending stories, songs and music into a presentation of oral history. The program will be held outdoors and families may bring blankets and a picnic. Prgrams are free and open to the public.
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09/11/2010
Braided Sweet Breads Workshop at Hunt Hill Farm's Silo Cooking School - 44 Upland Rd., New Milford, CT 06776. Phone: 860-355-0300. King Arthur Flour Baking Weekend! You don't need to travel to Vermont to experience the famous King Arthur Baking Education Center. It's here at the Silo! Classes will be taught by Jessica Meyers. Chef Meyers has a culinary arts background and has worked at King Arthur Flour as a Baking Education Center instructor and assistant. In this class each student will make an egg rich bread dough and learn braiding techniques. We'll make a raspberry-filled braid, pumpkin challah and caramel pecan buns to bake at home. (full participation). Contact Cooking School Director Chef Mary Kravec for more information. $85 or 2 people for $160. Class ends at 3 p.m.
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09/12/2010
5th Annual Bob Veillette 5K Road Race and Walk - Library Park, Grand Street, Waterbury, CT On Sunday, 1:30PM the USA sanctioned Bob Veillette 5K Road Race and Walk will take place rain or shine. Registration begins at noon at Library Park, Grand Street, Waterbury. Check the website www.Bob5K.com for further information.
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09/12/2010
Celebration of Connecticut Farms at Laurel Ridge Farm--Litchfield - Wigwam Road, Northfield, CT 06759. Phone: 860-247-0202. The Hottest Food Event in the State--What better way to support farmland preservation in Connecticut than to celebrate the bounty of local food and wine? Join Tony Award winning actress Christine Baranski, Connecticut Public Radio host Faith Middleton and celebrity chef Jacques Pepin, on Sunday, September 12, 2010 at Laurel Ridge Farm in Litchfield for the Celebration of Connecticut Farms. This award-winning Connecticut event, called "the hottest food event in the state" by Connecticut Magazine, has drawn attention across New England and sells out every year. Join us to celebrate Connecticut's farms and enjoy a delicious feast of local fare prepared by the state's finest chefs, dance to live music, bid on marvelous silent auction items, and tour this thriving family farm in the heart of the Nutmeg State. The Celebration of Connecticut Farms is the first and largest eco-friendly food and wine event in the state. The event will have hay rides, a silent and live auction, farm turs and live music from the rock and blues band. There will be local wineries and breweries represented as well--all Connecticut grown. Check the website for further information.

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09/12/2010
14th Annual Litchfield Borough Days on the Green - Historic Litchfield Green, Litchfield, CT 06759. Phone: 860-567-4501. Go back in time to the days when the Litchfield Green was a stage coach stop, storytelling was a popular form of entertainment and tinsmithing was a way of life. The event kicks off at 12 Noon 'til 5PM with a flag raising ceremony led by the 2nd Connecticut Heavy Artillery, a civil war reenactment group. During the afternoon, the 2nd Connecticut Heavy Artillery will hold an encampment on the Green, cooking, reliving war stories and demonstrating the life of Civil War soldiers. Also, the group will present the historical society with Civil War era historical documents during the event. Visitors will be able to view doll making, blacksmithing, pottery making and other demonstrations. Additionally, children will have the opportunity to try on reproduction clothing and play traditional games from that era. The event will be held rain or shine from 12 pm until 5 pm. Admission is free. Parking is available on the Green and in municipal lots accessible on the south side of the Green. The Litchfield History Museum will be open for visitors and is located across from the Green on the corner of Route 202 and South Street.
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09/12/2010
Rustic European Tarts Workshop at Hunt Hill Farm's Silo Cooking School - 44 Upland Rd., New Milford, CT 06776. Phone: 860-355-0300. King Arthur Flour Baking Weekend! You don't need to travel to Vermont to experience the famous King Arthur Baking Education Center. It's here at the Silo! Classes will be taught by Jessica Meyers. Chef Meyers has a culinary arts background and has worked at King Arthur Flour as a Baking Education Center instructor and assistant. Add an international flair to your repertoire by learning two distinct methods of preparing tart dough and two different types of fillings. In creating a rustic chocolate nut version and a beautiful fruit crostata, each student will experience the difference in preparing two tart doughs; practice mixing, rolling, decorative edging and baking techniques (full participation). Contact Cooking School Director Chef Mary Kravec for more information. $85 or 2 people for $160. Class ends at 3 p.m.
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09/17/2010 to 10/09/2010
TheatreWorks Presents Exit The King--New Milford - 5 Brookside Avenue, New Milford, CT 06776. Phone: 860-350-6863.

On Friday, September 17, 2010 TheatreWorks will present the classic absurdist comedy of death, Exit The King, by Eugene Lonesco. The show is sceduled for a four week run. Opening Sept. 17--continuing September 18,24,25, October 1,2,3,8 and 9th. Curtain Time: 8PM - Friday and Saturday with a 2PM Sunday matinee on October 3rd, Tickets: $20 reserved seating. On Thursday, September 16, senior citizens are invited to a free dress rehearsal at 8PM. Thursday, September 23rd at 8PM is Theatreworks Pay What You Want Night. Call for reservations or check the website.

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09/18/2010 to 09/19/2010
31st Annual Harvest Celebration Hopkins Vineyard - 25 Hopkins Road, New Preston, CT 06777. Phone: 860 868 7954. Fax: 860 868 1768. Wine tasting, artian cheese, pate, fresh fruit sampling, live music, grapes "off the vine" tasting, complimentary Hopkins wine glass. Sept. 18th and 19th from Noon - 5PM. (rain of shine)$27 per person at the door or purchase discounted tickets online.
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09/18/2010
18th Annual Apple Festival At South Britain Congregational Church - East Flat Hill Rd., Rte 172, South Britain, CT 06487. Phone: 203-264-8448. Sat. 10- 3 p.m. (Rain or Shine) On the Green, and Old-fashioned church fair with homemade pies and other baked goods, country store with cider and mums, arts and crafts vendors, Fair Trade market, vintage jewelry sale, white and golden elephant rooms, books, musical entertainment, luncheon, children's activities and more.
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09/18/2010 to 09/19/2010
Second Annual Harvest Festival-Haight-Brown Vineyard-Litchfield - 29 Chestnut Hill Road, Litchfield, CT 06759. Phone: 860-567-4045. On September 19 & 20 Annual Harvest Festival at Haight-Brown Vineyard will be held. $8/$15 admission. 11am to 8pm Saturday and 11 - 6pm Sunday. An annual celebration for the whole family, revolving around our most imortant event here at HB - HARVEST. Hay rides, shopping, grape stomping, kids activities, locally brewed beer (Cambridge Brew House), food and , of course...WINE. Wine tastings, wine by the glass, wine cellar & vineyard tours. Music throughout the day on Saturday featuring The GROOVE! Saturday night special**** - from 6pm to 8pm Saturday night we are offering free admission. All kids activities end at 5pm. Our food vendors are offering special evening menus. We will have fruit and cheese plates available. oh yeah... and a special night performance by Todd Stoughton and the Still Hillbillies. Sunday will open with musical artist Andrew Jaimeson and close with Collette Husrbt.
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09/18/2010 to 09/18/2010
The 9th Annual Dog Show at the Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden - 9 Main Street North, Bethlehem, CT 06751. Phone: (203) 266-7596. Fax: (203) 266-5739. Woof, Woof! Calling all dogs! Celebrate dogs of all shapes and sizes, from the tiny Chihuahua to the giant Newfoundland as they unite for our annual dog show! Dogs compete in a variety of categories with enough prizes to ensure every dog is a winner. The event includes a variety of canine-related activities, demonstrations, and visits from organizations. Bring your favorite fluffy friend and get ready for a fun-filled day! Registration is required, call (203) 266-7596 to register. $6 per dog with one owner. Extra adults $6 and children, $3.
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09/18/2010 to 10/24/2010
Autumn Exhibit at Hunt Hill Farm's Silo Gallery - 44 Upland Rd., New Milford, CT 06776. Phone: 860-355-0300. Featuring Suzanne Benton, Florin Firimita and Todd Umbarger. Benton is displaying monoprints (one-of-a-kind prints) using the collage technique, Chine colle (Chinese glued). Firimita, a mixed media artist shows his kaleidoscope-like works, and Umbarger, from Western Connecticut displays illustrations and political cartoons. In The New Talent Gallery Rumsey Hall Students. Opening reception on Sept. 18th from 3 to 5 p.m. Free.
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09/19/2010
4th Annual Washington Car-B-Que Car Show - Off Route 47, Washington, CT 06794. Phone: 860-866-8626.

On Sunday, from 11AM to 3PM at the Washington River Pavilion off Route 47, Washington Depot. The Washington Lions Club sponsors the event and proceeds benefit the Club and the Jessica Bennett Scholarship Fund. Along with unique vehicles, there will be food, music, a live auction and people's choice voting. Trophies will be awarded for People's Choice and Best in Class and in 1985 and earlier classes. Admission Show Cars $10 per car with passenger. Show cars welcome at 9:30 a.m. General Admission is $5. per person. Children under 10 Free.

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09/19/2010 to 10/24/2010
Ponder The Pond Trail Walk at Weir Farm National Park-Wilton - 735 Nod Hill Road, Wilton, CT 06897. Phone: 203-834-1896 Ext. 12. Join Park Ranger Allison Herrmann for a new look at the Pond Trail at Weir Farm. Explore the ways people have shaped their natural enviroment and discover sights that often go unexamined. You will find the Pond Trail has many surprises. No fee to participate-registration required. Not a strenuous hike. Bring a water bottle and wear appropriate footware.
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09/19/2010 to 09/26/2010
Magic by Marie at The Railroad Museum of New England - Thomaston - 242 East Main Street, Thomaston, CT 06787. Phone: 860-283-7245. New for the whole family. Come and enjoy Magic by Marie on board the train to entertain kids of all ages with magic and balloon cretaions. Don't miss the fun, reserve your tickets now for a magical family event. Train times at noon and 2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Board your train at the Thomaston Station. Arrive at the Station 30 minutes before departure time. Child Tickets for ages 3-12 years old. Children 2 and under are free. Seniors 62+. Purchase tickets on line or by phone. Pick-up tickets at Thomaston Station's WILL Call window on the day of the event.
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09/19/2010
40th Anniversay Roaring 20's Antique and Classic Car Show-Southbury - 1461 South Britain Road, Southbury, CT 06488. Phone: 203-982-8396. On Sunday, September 19, 2010--Rain Date: September 26, 2010--at the Southbury Training School the 40th Anniversay Roaring 20's Antique and Classic Car Show will be held with over 1000 cars. Special anniversary trophies and exhibits. Donation: Spectators: $5. Under 12 Free. Includes Show and Flea Market. No Pets or Alcohol on Grounds. Show Cars Cut off Year 1971 $10.
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09/19/2010
Watercolor Workshop: Fall Season Boquet at the Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden - 9 Main Street North, Bethlehem, CT 06751. Phone: (203) 266-7596. Fax: (203) 266-5739.

Participate in a hands-on workshop exploring botanical illustration through drawing and watercolor techniques. Botanical Illustration perfectly blends art and sciene and will give participants a special opportunity to take a close look at the Ferriday Gardens' botanical treasures. All levels welcome. $60/$55 members. Regisration required, please call or email.

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09/19/2010
15th Annual Colonial Fair and Muster Day--Glebe House Museum - 49 Hollow Road, Woodbury, CT 06798. Phone: 203-263-2855. On Sunday, from noon until 5PM the Glebe House Museum on Hollow Road will hold it's 15th annual old fashioned Colonial Fair and Muster Day. The Fair promises to be an adventure for the entire family as you step back in time to the Ancient Woodbury of the 1700s. The day will feature Colonial demonstrations including woodturning, chair making, spinning, weaving, quilting and basket making. The Pisgah Mountain Primities of Durham, CT who offer Early American living demonstrations and products will be working over hot coals preparing a Colonial meal, demonstrating blacksmithing, teaching youngsters the art of rope making and making their famous kettle korn. Professional storyteller, Joyce Marie Rayno will be sharing her Connecticut tall tales. Pony rides wil be available on the Glebe House grounds where live animals including goats and sheep will be grazing. Craft vendors with soaps, iron lanterns, Colonial toys and other hand made items will be selling their wares. Tickets for the fair are $5 per adult, $10 per family.
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09/19/2010
45th Annual Seymour Pumpkin Festival - French Memorial Park, Rte. 67, Seymour, CT 06478. On Sun. 10-5 PM. A juried craft show with an average of 30,000 people in attendance. Handmade jewelry, silk and dried flower arrangements, soft sculpture, leather products, paintings, blown glass, woodcrafts, Christmas ornaments, ceramic items, hand painted slate, homemade items, music, games, juried artist show, pumpkin games and decorations, coloring contest, scarecrow contest, food vendors, and much more. Free. Rain Date: September 27th (usually 2nd to last Sun.)
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09/19/2010
Creativity Networking with Steve Dahlburg at Hunt Hill Farm - 44 Upland Rd., New Milford, CT 06776. Phone: 860-355-0300. The Creativity Networking Series is presented each month by The Silo Gallery at Hunt Hill Farm and the International Centre for Creativity and Imagination, both based in New Milford, Conn. The series provides a forum for exploring the many facets of creativity and for discovering other people interested in creativity. Contact Silo Gallery Director Valerie Culbertson for more information. $10 per person.
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09/19/2010 to 09/19/2010
Garden Walk: Fall Seasonal Bouquet at the Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden - 9 Main Street North, Bethlehem, CT 06751. Phone: (203) 266-7596. Fax: (203) 266-5739.

Enjoy a leisurely and informative stroll through the 1915 parterre garden of heirloom roses, lilacs, peonies and other fragrant blooms. Walks led by the museum’s Master Gardner, horticultural staff and special guests. $7/$5 for CTL members. Historic Garden Members free. Walks begin at 2pm

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09/19/2010
Teens Cook! French Cooking a la Julia at Hunt Hill Farm's Silo Cooking School - 44 Upland Rd., New Milford, CT 06776. Phone: 860-355-0300. With Cooking School Director Chef Mary Kravec who is an alumna of Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts School, founded in Paris in 1895. She will teach a traditional menu: Cheese Souffle, Asparagus Hollandaise, Deviled Chicken Breast, Duchesse Potatoes, Gateau de Crepes a la Normande (Apple and Macaroon Crepe Cake) with Chantilly Cream (full participation). Ages 12-17. Contact Cooking School Director Chef Mary Kravec for more information. $65 per person. Class ends at 2 p.m.
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09/21/2010
Revolutionay War Program Series at Goshen Public Library--Nathan Hale: The Life and Death of America's First Spy - 42B North Street, Goshen, CT 06756. Phone: 860-491-3234. On Tuesday, September 21, 2010 at 7PM the Revolutionary War Program Series contiues with M. Wiliam Phelps, author of Nathan Hale: The Life and Death of America's First Spy who will talk about his book. Program is free and open to the public.
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09/24/2010 to 09/26/2010
Greater Danbury Irish Festival--Ives Concert Park - Westside Campus, WCSU, Danbury, CT 06810. Phone: 203-837-9226. The Annual Greater Danbury Irish Festival will be held September 24-26, 2010 at Ives Concert Park and is sponsored by the Danbury Ancient Order of Hibernians. Learn all about Irish culture, the Gaelic language, music and dance, food and drink. Featured musical guests including Red Hot Chili Pipers, Screaming Orphans and Jameson's Revenge. Check the website for furture information and music schedule.
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09/24/2010 to 10/16/2010
Sherman Playhouse Presents Dancing at Lughnasa - 5 Route 39 North, Sherman, CT 06784. Phone: 860-354-3622. Dancing at Lughnasa runs September 24, 25, October 1,2,3,8,9,15,16--Fridays and Saturdays at 8PM with a 2PM Sunday matinee on October 3, 2010. Tickets for all shows are $20 for general seating. On Thursday, September 23, all patrons are invited to attend a Half-Price Preview Night at 8PM where all tickets are only $10. Students may see any performance for only $10 if they pay in cash only at the door, and carry a valid student ID.. On opening night, September 24, a spritzer party will be held at 7:30PM and all audience members are invited to attend.
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09/24/2010
Professional Career Development Day for Women at Warner Theatre - 68 Main Street, Torrington, CT 06790. Women of the World--Creating the Path--Making a Difference--Professional Career Development Day for Women being held on Friday, September 24, 2010 from 7:45AM to 5PM at the Warner Theatre and Carole Ray Neag Performing Arts Center in Torrington. Featuring Keynote Speaker: Lynn Sherr, Award Winning Broadcast Journalist, Author and former Correspondent on ABC's 20/20. $125 per person--includes morning keynote speakers, choice of morning-afternoon seminars, continential breakfast, lunch reception, Boutique Bookstore, Free Parking.
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09/24/2010 to 09/26/2010
26th Annual CT. Antique Machinery Association - Fall Festival - Kent, 06757. Phone: 860-354-927-0050. Adjacent to Sloane Stanley Museum, Rte. 7, Kent, CT 06757. Phone: 860-927-0050 or 860-354-0296. There will be operating exhibits including gas engines, steam engines, narrow gauge railroad, construction equipment, tractors, steam traction engines, steam launches, antique motorcycles, hot tube ignition engines, rock crusher, shingle mill, large diesel engines, well drillers, wood sawing, antique cars and trucks, mining museum, vendors selling mechanically related wares, food on the grounds, including our famous engineers steam cooked soup for a full day of fun for young and old alike. Food Vendors on site. Special new exhibits for 2008: 1) more new exhibits in the Mining Museum, 2) progress on the C.H. Brown steam engine restoration 3) installation of our newly acquired Nagle-Corliss steam engine, 4) see our new Blacksmith Shop exhibit and smithy demonstrations. Entry fees - $8.00 for adults, $3.00 for children (age 12 and under), free admission for children age 5 and under Free admission for CAMA members and their immediate family (with membership card) Spectator Hours: 10AM to 4PM. The show is on our grounds in Kent, CT. Parking and Free transportation provided. Handicap parking close to show. Held rain or shine. (always last full weekend of Sept.)
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09/24/2010
In Julia's Kitchen with Smithsonian Institution Curator Rayna Green at Hunt Hill Farm - 44 Upland Rd., New Milford, CT 06776. Phone: 860-355-0300. The Silo Cooking School welcomes Rayna Green, Curator and Director of the American Indian Program, Division of Home and Community Life, in conjunction with the Smithsonian Institution Affiliations Program that was established at Hunt Hill Farm in 2003. Green will lecture on her experiences as co-curator for the exhibition Bon Appétit! Julia Child's Kitchen, on display since August of 2002 at the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of History in Washington D.C. Rayna's recent video project is a documentary narrative "In the Kitchen with Julia". She has appeared on WGBH-TV/Boston production of PBS "American Experience" bio of the beloved chef as well as on The Food Network Tribute to Julia Child. A reception tasting some classic Julia Child favorite desserts prepared by the Silo Cooking School follows the talk. The cost is $25 per person. Contact Silo Cooking School Director Chef Mary Kravec for more information.
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09/25/2010
6th Annual Fall Fine Arts Festival - Southbury Green, 775 Main St. South, Southbury, CT 06488. Phone: 203-209-0288. The festival will be held on Southbury Green. Handmade arts and crafts. Juried crafts, live music and more. Held rain or shine.
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09/25/2010
18th Annual Tour de Tribury - Bike Tour - Sacred Heart Church, Southbury, CT 06488. Phone: (203) 264-9028. Bike tour and Walk starting at Sacred Heart Church on Saturday, Southbury (Exit 14, I-84). Southbury Interfaith Social Concerns Committee sponsors this event to benefit the Southbury Fuel Bank, to help folks keep warm this winter. Over 80 participants. Rides of 10, 25, and 50+ miles or a 2.2 mile walk are available. Come out for an enjoyable fall experience, and help your neighbors at the same time. Rain date Oct. 2nd. Additional information, including registration forms, and route descriptions can be found on website.
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09/25/2010 to 09/26/2010
"Best of Artwell" at The Sunset Vineyard Fall Festival - Goshen - 599 Old Middle St./Route 63, Goshen, CT 06756. Phone: (860) 201-4654. Artwell Gallery will represent the "Best of Artwell" during this wonderful 2 day festival. Artwell Gallery and Community Arts Center has secured a booth at this new event and will exhibit members' artwork. Festival Dates & Times: Saturday, September 25th, 2010, Hours: 11:00 am to 6:00 pm and Sunday, September 26th, Hours: 12:00 to 5:00 pm For more information on this event please visit www.artwellgallery.org.
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09/25/2010
5th Annual Watertown Historical Society House Tour - 107 Vaill Road, Watertown, CT 06795. Phone: 860-274-1050. On Saturday, September 25th from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, rain or shine. Five fabulous homes will be featured in this year’s tour including The Villard House on Bassett Road, The Parsonage on North Street, The Noble House on Woodruff Avenue, The Cashman Farmhouse on Middlebury Road and The Heminway House on Cutler Street. The Watertown Historical Society Museum and Nova Scotia Schoolhouse at 22 Deforest Street will also be open for viewing. The Watertown House Tour is a benefit for the Watertown Historical Society Museum. Advance tickets are $25.00 per person and will be $30.00 on the day of the tour. Tickets for this self-guided house tour are non-refundable and can be purchased here on our website by credit card or PayPal or by mailing a check or money order to: Watertown House Tour, c/o 107 Vaill Road, Watertown, CT 06795 Checks should be made payable to the Watertown Historical Society. All tickets and maps will be mailed, starting in the beginning of September, to those that purchase advance tickets. Advance orders must be received no later than Friday September 17th. Requests for tickets after this date will be held for pick-up on the day of the tour at the Museum. Tickets are also available at the following retail locations: LaBonne’s Market in Watertown, Chubba’s, the Health Complex, the Watertown and Oakville Libraries, Hoskings Nursery, Depot Square Farm Shoppe, Jimmy's of Watertown, Watertown Park and Recreation and at the Watertown Fall Festival. On the day of the tour, tickets will be available at all five of the homes, the businesses listed above and at the Museum, which will be tour headquarters with an information booth, restrooms and refreshments. Call the Museum at 860-274-1050 for more information.
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09/25/2010
Pig Roast - Miranda Vineyards - Goshen - 42 Ives Rd., Goshen, CT 06756. Phone: 860-491-9906.

Saturday at 4:00 p.m. Enjoy a menu made with FRESH, LOCAL ingredients and live music by COREY BUSH, performing old-fashioned bluegrass and folk. Plus, enter your ticket in a raffle to win a free case of wine. MENU:Roasted Pig: NODINE’S SMOKEHOUSE (Goshen, CT) Roasted Potatoes: WINDY HILL FARM (Goshen, CT) Medley of Seasonal Squash: Meadow View Farm (Goshen, CT) Mesclun & Tomato Salad: MEADOW VIEW FARM (Goshen, CT) Baked Apple Dessert: MARCH FARM (Bethelhem, CT) Glass of Goshen Farmhouse Red: MIRANDA VINEYARD (Goshen, CT) *Seating is limited, so buy your tickets now. Call MIRANDA VINEYARD at 860-491-9960 or come visit us to reserve your spot.Tickets: $35.00 in advance, $40.00 at the door (based on availability) RAIN or SHINE

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09/25/2010 to 09/26/2010
18th Annual OKTOBERFEST - Route 64, Middlebury, CT 06762. Phone: 203-758-2913. Fax: 203-598-7261. German food, dancing in the Oktoberfest pavilion at Quassy Amusement Park. Noon to 6 p.m. both days.
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09/25/2010
Antiques Appraisal Day - 17 Cobble Rd., Salisbury, CT 06068. Phone: 860-435-9851 X170. Thomas Schwenke and colleagues from Woodbury Auctions LLC will be at Noble Horizons on Sat., for two exciting antiques events. A "Show and Tell" session from 10 am. to noon . Appraises will discuss antiques and give public appraisals on items. Also at 10 am. through 3 pm. private apprisals. Bring your treasurer's. The only exceptions are coins, stamps, jewelry and musical instruments. If it is too big to bring take a photo with you. Go on line to learn more. Those wishing to have their heilooms appraised in the moring session are limited to one item per person for a fee of $10. Those preferring to have a private appraisal may bring one object for $10 or three for $25. Reserve your place by calling. All proceeds from this event go towards the auxiliary's many projects for residents.
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