James Blackstone Memorial Library

Join
 us for board games, card games, and more! We’ll be playing all types of
 games, from fast-paced, hilarious party games to highly strategic, 
thinky games that will leave your head spinning! This event is all about
 having fun, learning new games, and making friends. We’ve got games for
 everyone, no matter your experience level. Feel free to bring your own 
games too.
Adults of all ages welcome!
Sponsored by the Friends, with special consideration from <a href="https://lotusgamesltd.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Lotus Games</a>

Local Event: Blackstone Game Group

New Haven County

Branford

Connecticut

Blackstone Game Group

Join
 us for board games, card games, and more! We’ll be playing all types of
 games, from fast-paced, hilarious party games to...

Independent Day School

💚 WHAT ARE YOU DOING IN OUR SWAMP?! 💚
🎭 A FAIRY-TALE ADVENTURE. A BRAND-NEW THEATRE COMPANY. A FIRST SHOW YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS!
Patchwork Players is thrilled to present our inaugural production, Shrek: The Musical! 
We’re kicking off our journey with a hilarious, heartwarming adventure where ogres are heroes, donkeys never stop talking, and happily-ever-afters get a whole new twist!
Join us as we make theatre magic, create new memories, and launch this exciting new chapter for Patchwork Players. Be part of our very first production and help us start this journey with a roar!
💚 Round up your friends, family, and favorite fairytale creatures. This is one adventure you don’t want to miss!
🎟️ Don't be a Farquaad… get your tickets today!
👉 <a href="https://patchworkplayers.org/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">patchworkplayers.org/tickets</a>
📣 Share this post and help us spread the ogre-sized excitement!
We can’t wait to welcome you to our swamp!
Patchwork Players — where every story has a place. 💚

Local Event: Shrek The Musical

Shrek The Musical

💚 WHAT ARE YOU DOING IN OUR SWAMP?! 💚
🎭 A FAIRY-TALE ADVENTURE. A BRAND-NEW THEATRE COMPANY. A FIRST SHOW YOU WON’T WANT TO...

Middletown House Concert Series presents

The trio of artists that is The Refugees emerged on the music scene as a verifiably unmatched force of talent, diversity, and experience. Each successful in their own right as a solo artist, Cidny Bullens, Deborah Holland and Wendy Waldman formed their unique and innovative group in 2007 and since that time have been wowing audiences, radio DJs, and music critics alike with their soaring harmonies, indelible musicianship, and unforgettably humorous stage presence.
Individually, The Refugees have logged almost five decades in the industry, with more than twenty solo albums and multiple Grammy Award nominations to their credit, featuring musical styles that blend country, rock, folk, blues and Americana. To describe them as eclectic would be an understatement. These three artists have utilized their intense drive and relentless passions to create an entirely new sound. They have produced four critically acclaimed albums—Unbound, Three, How Far It Goes, and 2024’s gem California. To commemorate The Refugees 20th anniversary, they are releasing a “best of” album that will include several new songs in January 2027.
They continue to tour around the country and together have become a songwriting force sought after by some of music’s top artists and songwriters.Suggested donation: $35
For reservations and directions, please call Jody Cormack 860-983-7963
or email jcormack@wesleyan.edu

Local Event: The Refugees

Middlesex County

Middletown

The Refugees

The trio of artists that is The Refugees emerged on the music scene as a verifiably unmatched force of talent, diversity, and...

Enjoy discussing a great book with your neighbors! Download <a href="https://br.catalog.lionlibraries.org/GroupedWork/0465b6a0-6935-ada6-ba00-de691c042dc5/Home?searchId=184982033&amp;recordIndex=1&amp;page=1&amp;searchSource=local" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://br.catalog.lionlibraries.org/GroupedWork/df33f5f0-0cc2-4a2f-9612-6f24565c2741/Home?searchId=184982153&amp;recordIndex=1&amp;page=1&amp;searchSource=local" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Beautiful Ruins</a> by Jess Walter on Hoopla (free with your Blackstone Library card), then meet up with us for a lively book discussion.
Attendees can join us on Zoom, or in person at the Blackstone Library.
Registration is required to receive a link to this HYBRID event.

Local Event: First Friday Book Discussion: Beautiful Ruins by Jess Walter

First Friday Book Discussion: Beautiful Ruins...

Enjoy discussing a great book with your neighbors! Download Beautiful Ruins by Jess Walter on Hoopla (free with your Blackstone...

First Friday Book Discussion: Beautiful Ruins by Jess Walter

Faith United Methodist Church 81 Clintonville Road, North Haven

FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH HOSTS ITS ANNUAL FALL FAIR ON SATURDAY, NOV. 7 FROM 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM:&nbsp;Faith United Methodist Church at 81 Clintonville Rd, North Haven will host its annual Fall Fair.&nbsp;&nbsp;This popular event will feature homemade apple, apple crumb and pumpkin pies, jams, our popular Cookie Walk, Farmer’s Market and a large assortment of unique handmade crafts made by the ladies in the Craft Group.&nbsp;We will also be selling our homemade Chicken Pot Pie and apple pie, unbaked and ready to go from our freezer to your oven just in time for the holiday season.&nbsp;&nbsp;Craft vendors selling unique crafted items will also be featured.&nbsp;&nbsp;Breakfast sandwiches will be available in the morning and a lunch menu of hot dogs, chili dogs, hamburgers, homemade chili, mac ‘n cheese and baked potato will be available to eat in or to go.&nbsp;&nbsp;Come get some of your holiday shopping done and enjoy some great food.&nbsp;&nbsp;This is primarily a cash sale event.

Local Event: Annual Fall Fair at Faith UMC North Haven

North Haven

Annual Fall Fair at Faith UMC North Haven

FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH HOSTS ITS ANNUAL FALL FAIR ON SATURDAY, NOV. 7 FROM 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM: Faith United Methodist...

Soundview Family YMCA

<h1>Make Your Well-Being a Priority at the 4th Annual Health &amp; Wellness Expo!</h1>
Looking for ways to feel your best, discover local resources, and connect with businesses that support a healthier lifestyle? Join us for the 4th Annual Health &amp; Wellness Expo at the Soundview YMCA!
Explore a variety of local health, wellness, fitness, and lifestyle businesses offering products, services, information, and resources to help you prioritize your well-being. Whether you're looking to try something new, meet local wellness professionals, or learn more about the resources available right here in our community, there's something for everyone!
📅 Saturday, November 7, 2026 ⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM 📍 Soundview YMCA
Admission is FREE and open to the public!
Bring a friend, bring the family, and spend your morning discovering new ways to support your health and wellness while connecting with the businesses that make our community thrive.
We can't wait to see you there!
Presented by the Shoreline Chamber of Commerce

Local Event: 4th Annual Health & Wellness Expo

4th Annual Health & Wellness Expo

Make Your Well-Being a Priority at the 4th Annual Health & Wellness Expo!
Looking for ways to feel your best, discover local...

Join us for a gentle, heart-centered experience where Reiki, watercolor, and self-expression come together to nurture a moment of inner peace. No art experience is needed. Simply arrive with an open heart and a willingness to explore. 1 to 3 PM
- Cost: Donations welcome

Local Event: BACA Presents Painting Your Inner Peace

BACA Presents Painting Your Inner Peace

Join us for a gentle, heart-centered experience where Reiki, watercolor, and self-expression come together to nurture a moment...

Stony Creek Congregational Church, 192 Thimble Island Rd, Branford, CT, 06405

Stony Creek Congregational Church will hold their Harvest Supper, on Saturday, November 7th
 at 5:30 pm.A delicious turkey dinner complete with turnips, mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy, mixed vegetables, dessert, coffee and tea will be served. Cost of the dinner is $22 and for children age twelve and under, $12. The dinner will be held in Fellowship Hall at the rear of the church, directly across from the beach at 192 Thimble Island Rd. All proceeds will benefit the church. Takeout dinners will be available at 6:00 pm at rear kitchen door by pre-order (pre-orders must be received by November 4th). For reservations, contact Jake Greenvall at (203) 481-2410.

Local Event: Stony Creek Harvest Supper

Stony Creek Harvest Supper

Stony Creek Congregational Church will hold their Harvest Supper, on Saturday, November 7th
 at 5:30 pm.A delicious turkey...

Raised in Atlanta, Georgia, pupiled by Andrés Segovia’s protégé, and driven to obsession by Eddie Van Halen—Gladius is an award-winning composer and "accomplished classical/flamenco style guitarist" who soulfully “shreds on the electric" (Phil Keaggy), sharing the bill with Grammy winners and mesmerizing audiences nationwide with his electrifying live act since 2016. Inspired by the great composers, Spanish guitar maestros, and much more, this award-winning ‘musical mad-scientist’ fuses the elements into a refreshing formula, evoking the Spanish spirit, yet distinctly original.
Registration is required to attend this IN-PERSON event.Sponsored by the Friends of Blackstone Library.

Local Event: Gladius Flamenco Guitar Concert

Gladius Flamenco Guitar Concert

Raised in Atlanta, Georgia, pupiled by Andrés Segovia’s protégé, and driven to obsession by Eddie Van Halen—Gladius is an...

Stony Creek Congregational Church, 192 Thimble Island Rd.

The Stony Creek Singers, as part of the series Music for A Sunday Afternoon, will give a concert in the sanctuary at Stony Creek Congregational Church. The program will feature a diverse selection of music from JS Bach to Bob Dylan and others. No tickets are required, and the&nbsp;concert is free and open to the public .Free will donations&nbsp;are appreciated.

Local Event: Stony Creek Singers Community Concert

Stony Creek Singers Community Concert

The Stony Creek Singers, as part of the series Music for A Sunday Afternoon, will give a concert in the sanctuary at Stony...

Join author and Producing Artistic Director Rebecca Goodheart 
in four fascinating discussions about how the world looked to 
Shakespeare and his audience and how that worldview shaped the plays. 
Each evening will look through a different lens at Shakespeare’s world, 
accompanied by mini-performances of Shakespeare’s poetry and lively 
discussion about their meaning today.
Correspondences –Everything is connected, not metaphorically but in actuality. What happens if we adopt the early modern belief that every thing can be understood by how it corresponds to something else on the great chain of being. Explore Shakespeare’s poetic language that makes King’s into roses and lovers into oysters.

Local Event: Shakespeare’s World : Seeing the Plays through Elizabethan Eyes (Part IV)

Shakespeare’s World : Seeing the Plays through...

Join author and Producing Artistic Director Rebecca Goodheart 
in four fascinating discussions about how the world looked to...

Shakespeare’s World : Seeing the Plays through Elizabethan Eyes (Part IV)

Wilton Quaker Meeting

HFFC is honored to welcome Fish Stark, Executive Director of the American Humanist Association and Executive Director of its advocacy arm, the Center for Freethought Equality, to Wilton, Connecticut. Fish will&nbsp;highlight AHA’s successful American Empathy Project and Creator Fund, takeaways from the midterm election, and what to look forward to in AHA’s upcoming strategic plan.&nbsp;HFFC is a chapter of the American Humanist Association. &nbsp; Fish took over the helm of the 85-year-old organization in 2024 and is responsible for bringing a new energy into the humanist movement. Stark is an organizer, educator, social entrepreneur, and lifelong humanist who has spent his career turning big ideas into bold action in service of belonging, flourishing, and social justice for all people. He holds a Master’s in Education from Harvard and a Bachelor’s from Yale University. He serves on several nonprofit boards.&nbsp;And yes, he is also an award-winning comedian!&nbsp; (In the spirit of Jordan Klapper, 2026 Humanist of the Year and Ricky Gervais).&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; The meeting is free and open to all. Register here for meeting details <a href="https://bit.ly/AHAExDirFishStark" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">bit.ly/AHAExDirFishStark</a> If you will&nbsp;be attending IN-PERSON you are encouraged to arrive at the venue at 6:40 PM for socializing before the program starts.&nbsp;
BY ZOOM: Upon registering,&nbsp;you will receive an email from Zoom containing a “Join Meeting” button to use when the event start time approaches. 6:45 PMcheck-in;&nbsp;7:00 PM program

Local Event: Why Humanism Is Essential Today And Always : Navigating A Changing World 

Fairfield County

Wilton

Why Humanism Is Essential Today And Always :...

 HFFC is honored to welcome Fish Stark, Executive Director of the American Humanist Association and Executive Director of its...

Why Humanism Is Essential Today And Always : Navigating A Changing World 

Confused
 about your new iPhone or iPad? Need help formatting a Word document? 
Drop in to the library between 10:30am &amp; 12pm to get a tech question
 answered. First come, first served. Sessions will be limited to 15 
minutes per person.
Registration is not required to attend this IN PERSON event.

Local Event: Tech Help Tuesday

Tech Help Tuesday

Confused
 about your new iPhone or iPad? Need help formatting a Word document? 
Drop in to the library between 10:30am & 12pm...

This course offers real world strategies and methods designed for those who are preparing for retirement or are in the early stages of retirement and planning on filing for Social Security benefits. It is designed to take the confusion out of the many different options available to begin receiving Social Security income and help you determine which option is best for you. Whether married or single, upon completion you will know how to properly file for your Social Security benefits and choose the best filing option for your circumstances. You will also learn how income from other sources will affect the amount you are able to receive from Social Security and the tax implications involved.&nbsp;
Learn everything that you need to know about Medicare and how to determine the best options for your current situation. This course will remove all of the confusion about the different parts of Medicare, what it covers and does not cover, and clearly explain the upcoming changes to Medicare and how they will affect you. Whether you are currently on Medicare or about to begin your benefits, this course will provide you with valuable information you need to know.
About AFEA:
    The American Financial Education Alliance (AFEA)&nbsp;is one of the fastest growing non-profit financial wellness programs in the country! Our unique No Selling&nbsp;approach, coupled with strategic alliances, will change the way you think about financial education! As an IRS approved 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, AFEA's mission is to inform and empower Americans to take control of their finances by providing comprehensive financial education in communities nationwide. AFEA specializes in providing high-level financial education.
Registration is required to attend this IN-PERSON event.

Local Event: Navigating Social Security & Medicare

Navigating Social Security & Medicare

This course offers real world strategies and methods designed for those who are preparing for retirement or are in the early...

EleMar New England

“Tuning In” – Oil Paintings by Soraya Hutchinson
Guilford painter Soraya Hutchinson presents a solo exhibition of large-scale figurative oil paintings, rooted in academic tradition and moving toward abstraction. The opening reception is Friday, Nov. 13,4:30–6:30 pm, with live music and refreshments, free and open to the public. On view through Jan. 10, 2027, at EleMar New England, 99–107 Shelton Ave., New Haven. Free parking. For a private viewing, contact <a href="mailto:jrautio@gmail.com" target="_blank">jrautio@gmail.com</a> or <a href="tel:(808)%20318-5872" target="_blank">808-318-5872</a>. More at <a href="https://www.sorayahutchinson.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.sorayahutchinson.com</a>.

Local Event: “Tuning In” Large Scale Figurative Oil Painting Exhibition, Opening Nov. 13 2026 New Haven  

Guilford

“Tuning In” Large Scale Figurative Oil Painting...

“Tuning In” – Oil Paintings by Soraya Hutchinson
Guilford painter Soraya Hutchinson presents a solo exhibition of large-scale...

“Tuning In” Large Scale Figurative Oil Painting Exhibition, Opening Nov. 13 2026 New Haven  

Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with BACA!
Branford Arts &amp; Cultural Alliance invites our community to experience “Magic on Main”, a festive celebration bringing together art, creativity, shopping, beautifully decorated holiday displays, and community spirit in the heart of Branford.
The celebration begins Friday, November 13, with Magic on Main: Enchanted Evening, a ticketed event at the BACA Gallery from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Guests will enjoy catered bites by Chef Alex Cabrera and Saltbrick Prime, signature holiday cocktails by Robin Morrell, an exclusive preview of the Holiday Forest, a special appearance by Luxury Santa, and other holiday surprises. Festive cocktail attire is encouraged. Tickets are $150 per person and available at <a href="https://branfordarts.org/registration/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">branfordarts.org/registration</a>.
The celebration continues Saturday, November 14, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday, November 15, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with the European Holiday Market outside the BACA Gallery and in the adjacent courtyard. Visitors can discover unique holiday gifts and support participating artists, makers, and vendors. In the event of rain, the market will move to the Old Post Office at 1111 Main Street, Branford.
From November 13 through December 2, visitors can also experience the Holiday Forest Display at the BACA Gallery, featuring decorated holiday trees and seasonal designs. The Holiday Forest Raffle winners will be selected on December 2.
Join us as we celebrate the season while supporting BACA and the arts and cultural programming we bring to our community throughout the year. For more information on BACA, our events and programs, please visit us at branfordarts.org.

Local Event: Magic on Main "An Enchanted Evening"

Magic on Main "An Enchanted Evening"

Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with BACA!
Branford Arts & Cultural Alliance invites our community to experience...

Take a tour of the Blackstone, learn historical tidbits, and get an&nbsp;insider’s look into a day in the life of a Blackstone Library employee.&nbsp;Tour meets in the Rotunda by the Reference Desk. Registration&nbsp;encouraged, but drop-ins welcome!

Local Event: Blackstone Library Tour

Blackstone Library Tour

Take a tour of the Blackstone, learn historical tidbits, and get an insider’s look into a day in the life of a Blackstone...

This is Day 1 of the 2-day "Enchanted Market" event... part of BACA's 2026 Holiday Weekend. The Enchanted Market will be modeled after a European Holiday Market and will&nbsp;take place in the BACA Courtyard on November 14, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. FREE

Local Event: Magic On Main: “The Enchanted Market” Day 1

Magic On Main: “The Enchanted Market” Day 1

This is Day 1 of the 2-day "Enchanted Market" event... part of BACA's 2026 Holiday Weekend. The Enchanted Market will be...

Join
 us for a casual monthly puzzling group. Various jigsaw puzzles will be 
available to work on as a group or individually. Feel free to bring your
 own puzzle to solve, or participate in a puzzle swap with other 
attendees!
Registration is not required to attend this IN-PERSON event.

Local Event: Piece by Piece: A Community Puzzling Group

Piece by Piece: A Community Puzzling Group

Join
 us for a casual monthly puzzling group. Various jigsaw puzzles will be 
available to work on as a group or individually....

Are you a gardener? Come join Library staff and volunteers from the Branford Garden Club for an Autumn Seed Swap! We will swap any seeds you’ve already saved and learn how to save seeds, if you’re new to the process. If you will be bringing seeds to the event, be sure they are mature and dry and not from hybrids or invasives. All ages and experience welcome!
Registration is required to attend this IN-PERSON event.

Local Event: Autumn Seed Swap

Autumn Seed Swap

Are you a gardener? Come join Library staff and volunteers from the Branford Garden Club for an Autumn Seed Swap! We will swap...

Ellyn Santiago

Hartford Metropolitan Area

East Haven

Rich Kirby

North Branford

Richard Kaufman

New Haven

Vincent Salzo

West Haven

Alfred Branch

Madison

Hamden

Orange

Wallingford

Paul Mitchell The School North Haven is a premier vocational

Paul Mitchell The School North Haven

Paul Mitchell The School North Haven is a premier vocational training institution located at 97 Washington Avenue in North Haven, Connecticut. As an independently owned and operated franchise, the school provides comprehensive education and professional training for aspiring beauty and wellness practitioners across New Haven County. The campus offers a diverse range of certificate programs, including cosmetology, esthetics, makeup artistry, nail technology, eyelash extensions, and massage therapy. Students benefit from a curriculum that balances classroom theory with hands-on, real-world salon experience, ensuring they develop the technical skills and business acumen necessary for success in the beauty industry. Nationally accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts &amp; Sciences (NACCAS) and recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, the school maintains high standards for professional development. Future professionals can expect a supportive learning environment that emphasizes community involvement, digital support, and practical preparation for state licensure, with financial aid options available for those who qualify.

Paul Mitchell The School North Haven is a premier vocational training institution located at 97 Washington Avenue in North Haven, Connecticut. As...

Commercial Insurance Built for Skilled Trades

Richard Squeri Insurance Agency

Richard Squeri Insurance Agency is an independently owned and operated property and casualty insurance agency proudly serving Connecticut’s shoreline and surrounding communities for over 70 years. Built on generations of trust, we specialize in protecting established local businesses with practical, reliable insurance solutions tailored to the real-world risks they face every day. We work closely with many types of businesses with a focus on skilled trades including plumbers, electricians, HVAC contractors and other specialty contractors—who need coverage that keeps pace with their operations. From general liability and workers’ compensation to commercial auto, tools &amp; equipment, and umbrella policies, we design comprehensive programs that protect your business, your employees, and your reputation. As an independent agency, we partner with leading national insurance carriers and wholesale brokers, allowing us to compare options and secure competitive coverage while delivering the personalized service and responsiveness of a local agency. Our clients value having direct access to experienced advisors who understand Connecticut regulations, local job sites, and the unique challenges of operating along the shoreline. Whether your business has been serving the community for decades or is ready to strengthen its insurance strategy for long-term growth, Richard Squeri Insurance Agency is committed to being a dependable partner—focused on protection, stability, and peace of mind. Local. Independent. Trusted.

Richard Squeri Insurance Agency is an independently owned and operated property and casualty insurance agency proudly serving Connecticut’s...

Helping your family through tough times is our calling

Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home & Cremation Service

Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home and Cremation Service is a highly respected and long lasting business in East Haven. The funeral home is centrally located across the East Haven Senior Center and one block from St. Vincent de Paul Church and the Old Stone Church. Chris Palumbo, the owner and licensed director takes great pride in serving the community of East Haven and it's surrounding towns. His personal touch along with his professional knowledge allows him to lead and guide families through the funeral process. When a loved one passes away and you select Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home, Chris Palumbo will take you by the hand - he will help and guide you through all aspects of the funeral: everything from cemetery plots, flowers, insurance claims, minsters, travel, post reception gatherings. His knowledge and willingness to help goes far beyond the the funeral, burial, cremation and monument process.

Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home and Cremation Service is a highly respected and long lasting business in East Haven. The funeral home is centrally...

Under New Management! Open Everyday 7am-7pm. 

TJ’s Launderette

Hate laundry day? We have you covered with our wash-dry-fold service. We also offer pickup and delivery as an added convenience. New delivery customers will receive 25% off their first order. Please go to our website for more information.

Hate laundry day? We have you covered with our wash-dry-fold service. We also offer pickup and delivery as an added convenience. New delivery...

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Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home & Cremation Service

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