Name: Fundraising for Relay for Life Farmington Valley
Start: 2026-05-07T11:00:00-04:00
Location: Pizzeria Da Vinci Avon

Pizzeria Da Vinci Avon

Pizzeria Da Vinci is the BEST place to have lunch or dinner on THURSDAY MAY 7. Fantastic community support is given when you buy your lunch or dinner the restaurant gives a portion of the proceeds to AHS Lasso a Cure- one of the teams for the premier Reley for Life fundraising event in the Farmington Valley! Help us raise funds this year; buy local, support local and fight cancer all by eating delicious pizza.

Local Event: Fundraising for Relay for Life Farmington Valley

Hartford County

Michael Lemanski

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Avon

Connecticut

Fundraising for Relay for Life Farmington Valley

Pizzeria Da Vinci is the BEST place to have lunch or dinner on THURSDAY MAY 7. Fantastic community support is given when you...

Canton Historical Museums

Celebrate the 10th running! The riverside point-to-point 10K from Burlington to Collinsville takes runners from quiet local roads and onto the multi-use trail with incredible views along the Farmington River. The flat, shaded course finishes in the quaint downtown of Collinsville.
All participants will earn a short sleeve technical shirt and a custom designed finisher medal. After the race, enjoy delicious fresh food from our friends at Lisa’s Crown &amp; Hammer!
Note: Trail construction is currently underway with anticipated completion date well before race day!
NEW in 2026! Join the free <a href="https://organizations.hakuapp.com/membership/25dc8b9b83f1b3a0449f" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">HMF Milestone</a> membership program to get exclusive perks, including custom birthday gift, personalized bib at this and other select events (if registered 4 weeks in advance) and access to member-only wait lists for sold out events. Optional HMF Milestone+ enhanced fee-based membership offers all free perks plus choice of specialty member apparel, extra loyalty rewards and one free Mail My Packet service (available at premier events). <a href="https://organizations.hakuapp.com/membership/25dc8b9b83f1b3a0449f" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">DETAILS</a>
<h3>RUN FOR GOOD</h3>
The charity partner for this event is the Literacy Volunteers of Central Connecticut. Consider making a donation or run, walk or volunteer with their group and support their mission to help people improve their lives through English literacy. <a href="https://www.hartfordmarathon.com/burlington-to-collinsville-classic-10k/?page_id=33986" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">DETAILS</a>
HMF CAN: Please help give back to the local community. Donate nonperishable food in the HMF Can tent near Canton Town Hall (finish area) to support the Canton Food Bank. HMF Can is supported by Stop &amp; Shop to help alleviate food insecurity in communities.

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Roaring Brook Nature Center

Join us at Roaring Brook Nature Center for an afternoon of&nbsp;“turtle races”&nbsp;as we&nbsp;prematurely&nbsp;celebrate World Turtle Day and release our resident turtles to their outdoor turtle pond enclosures&nbsp;for the summer season.&nbsp;Will the winner be Toby, the ornate box turtle; Juliette, the&nbsp;eastern&nbsp;box turtle;&nbsp;Pickle, the yellow-bellied slider&nbsp;or Timber, the wood turtle?&nbsp;Turtle crafts.
Free with paid admission to the Nature Center. No need to pre-register.

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Ethan Allen

👍 Top 3 reasons to visit Ethan Allen today: 1) complimentary design service, 2) new products, and 3) great savings. If you’ve never stopped by, come see what makes our furniture so special. If you know us, come in to kick off the next phase of your project.
24-MONTH FINANCING†† on purchases of $2,200 or more made with your Ethan Allen Platinum Credit Card. Down payment or advance payment may be required. Visit ethanallen.com/platinum for details.<a href="https://www.ethanallen.com/en_US/make-appointment?StoreID=147" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Schedule a complimentary appointment with a designer here!</a>

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Rooted in Nature Lecture SeriesNationwide, three million acres are lost each year to non-native invasive plants. Removal is expensive &amp; time-consuming. Learn what makes these plants so damaging and how gardeners can restore ecological balance to our neighborhoods.
This lecture is part of a series in memory of Marcia Reid Marsted. The lecture series has been designed by the Roaring Brook Nature Center and presented in cooperation with the Canton Public Library and the Gallery on the Green.
Free Admission. Pre-registration preferred.

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The music department at First Church Simsbury will present, as the final part of this year’s concert series, a special cabaret performance by outstanding jazz, R &amp; B and New Orleans artist Wanda Houston, at 7 PM on Friday, May 8.
Palmer Hall, the church’s great gathering hall, will be decked out with candles and decorations on each table, and there will be light fare and beverages available as you sit with friends and enjoy a mesmerizing mix of jazz and R&amp;B music in a fun, informal atmosphere on a warm spring evening.&nbsp;Houston, a Chicago native who has come to call the Berkshires “home” after touring internationally, is known throughout the region as the “Berkshire Diva”.Her project, known as the “HBH Band”, consists of some exceptional and seasoned area musicians: Berklee grad and area teacher and performer Jay Bradley on drums, and keyboardist Scott Heth, also a long-time Western CT and Berkshire performer, on the grand piano. Added to this mix will be Charlie Tokarz – a celebrated area master of the saxophone, flute and clarinet, also a music teacher. 
Audience members will be able to experience the magic of this music at close range, and the relaxed atmosphere with the incredible voice of Wanda Houston with this group of brilliant players, should make for an enjoyable, exciting, inspired, unforgettable evening of amazing music. For more info - call First Church, Simsbury - 860-651-3593

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MOTHER’S DAY | Sunday, May 10 |&nbsp; Talk at 1 PM &amp; Walk at 2 PM&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;
Connecticut has a myriad of spring wildflowers. Find out why they bloom in the spring, where to find them, how they got their names and what makes these plants so special. Join us at Roaring Brook Nature Center for a special lecture from 1 pm to 2 pm and at 2 pm for a guided walk through our native plant gardens looking for wildflowers. Geared for all ages.&nbsp;
Cost:&nbsp;$11 each / $36 family of four
Pre-registration required.

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We are proud to officially announce the opening of our NEW Sports Performance Center inside the International Skating Center of Connecticut, designed to bring even more fitness, training, and recovery opportunities to our community.
This new expansion features elevated strength and performance equipment, turf training space, personal training, group exercise access, and a brand-new recovery area including infrared sauna, medical-grade red light therapy, cryotherapy chair, hydro massage, and compression boots.
And let us say this clearly....this space is NOT just for athletes.
Whether your goal is strength, weight loss, recovery, longevity, mobility, or simply feeling better in your body, this space was built for everyone.
To celebrate, we are hosting an Open House from May 15–24 and inviting the entire community to come experience both gyms for FREE with a 2-week trial.
Visitors will have the opportunity to tour the new space, meet our trainers, explore recovery services, try group fitness classes, and see everything ISCC Fitness has to offer.
Whether you’re a longtime member, former member, or someone who has been thinking about joining, this is the perfect time to stop in and see what’s new.
No contracts. No pressure. Just an opportunity to experience a stronger, healthier community.
We look forward to welcoming you!
📍 International Skating Center of Connecticut Open House Dates: May 15–24 Free 2-Week Trial Available for All Guests
For more information, stop by the front desk or contact us directly.

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Discover Horses, Riding Lessons, Summer Camp, and Meaningful Year-round Programs for All Ages — Right Here in Avon US Horse Welfare &amp; Rescue is a volunteer-run nonprofit horse rescue and sanctuary located in the heart of the Farmington Valley. We provide forever homes for horses in need while offering hands-on programs that build confidence, responsibility, and connection for children, teens, and adults in our community. Whether you're looking for riding lessons, a meaningful youth program, or a fun summer experience for your child, we invite you to come meet the herd. Programs for Avon &amp; Farmington Valley Families: • Horseback Riding Lessons — Year-round lessons for children, teens, and adults in a calm, supportive, low-pressure environment • Summer Camp for Kids — Outdoor fun, friendship, and learning with horses right here in Avon • Teens to the Rescue — A structured volunteer and learning program for teens who love animals and want to gain responsibility and real-life skills Next session begins April 30th, with sessions continuing throughout the year • After-School &amp; Youth Programs — Hands-on horse care, teamwork, and confidence-building activities • Adult Horsemanship Programs — Learn about horses, barn life, and horsemanship at any age — no experience needed • Programs for Seniors &amp; Community Members — Stay active, connected, and engaged through meaningful time with our gentle rescued horses • Volunteer Opportunities — Make a difference while becoming part of a welcoming local community At US Horse Welfare &amp; Rescue, our horses serve as teachers, partners, and companions — helping people of all ages grow, learn, and feel connected. We are proud to be part of the Avon and Farmington Valley community. Come visit, get involved, or enroll in a program today. Learn more at USHorseWelfare.org Follow us on social media or stop by and see what makes us one of the Farmington Valley’s best-kept secrets.

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With more than three decades in business, we’ve built our reputation on craftsmanship, reliability, and standing behind every job we complete. We proudly offer a lifetime guarantee on labor, giving our customers confidence long after the project is finished. Our expertise extends far beyond carpet installation, covering luxury vinyl plank flooring, hardwood sanding and refinishing, custom area rugs, and stair runners. As a full-service general contractor, we handle complete bathroom renovations from start to finish—including demolition, plumbing, electrical, painting, and final installation. In addition, we provide professional water and mold restoration services to help safeguard your home. Whether you’re refreshing a single space or tackling a full remodel, our experienced team delivers seamless results with care, precision, and 32 years of proven experience.

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Kevin Palmer Painting, LLC.

Every town has businesses woven into the fabric of the community. Companies that not only serve the area, but help define it. Since 1966, Kevin Palmer Painting has proudly held that role. What began as a small family operation has grown into a respected leader in painting, power washing, and roof cleaning. We are recognized for our professionalism, craftsmanship, and genuine care for the homes and businesses we serve. When Kevin Palmer Painting was established in 1966, Kevin built the business on simple and timeless values: treat customers with respect, work hard, and deliver results you'd be proud to put your name on. These principles have guided us for more than 50 years and remain the foundation of everything we do to this day. Although tools and technology have evolved, our dedication to professional service has never wavered. Kevin Palmer Painting offers a range of services to protect, refresh, and maintain homes and businesses. These services include expert interior and exterior painting, experienced power washing, and safe, effective roof cleaning. After more than 50 years in business, we've served families across multiple generations. Our long-standing presence means we understand local styles and the community's unique needs. We don't just work here. We live here too. A lot has changed since 1966, but our commitment to quality and professionalism remains the same. Whether you need just a fresh coat of paint, a deep exterior clean, or a gentle roof wash, Kevin Palmer Painting continues to deliver the service that has made us a trusted name for more than half a century. Professionalism never goes out of style, nor does the pride we take in helping homeowners and business owners improve, protect, and beautify their most important investment. For an estimate or to discuss future interior and exterior painting plans, power washing, or roof cleaning projects, Kevin Palmer Painting can be reached at 860-658-2441 or at kevinpalmerpaintingllc@yahoo.com.

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