Outer Light Brewing Company

Our fifth Pours With Purpose night is coming up, and this one hits close to home for all of us at the brewery.As many of you know, the entire Outer Light crew is incredibly passionate about supporting the men and women who have served. That is why on Friday, May 15 from 5-9 PM, we are honored to team up with an organization that started right in our own backyard: Work Vessels for Vets.We are bringing in John Niekrash, the president and co-founder, to hang out in the taproom. John’s story is awesome. Back in 2008, as a commercial lobsterman out of Noank, he decided to donate his own lobster boat to a returning Marine. From that single gesture, Work Vessels for Vets was born. Today, they equip veteran entrepreneurs across the country with the exact tools they need to start their civilian businesses—everything from laptops to tractors to commercial vans.Here is how we are raising money for them on the 15th:$1 from every single pour between 5 and 9 PM goes directly to Work Vessels for Vets.100% of all tips collected during those four hours will be donated to the cause.Come down, grab a pint, and meet John. Let's pack the taproom and raise some serious money for the veterans who stepped up for us.See you on the 15th

Local Event: Pours with Purpose: Work Vessels for Vets

New London County

Groton

Connecticut

Pours with Purpose: Work Vessels for Vets

Our fifth Pours With Purpose night is coming up, and this one hits close to home for all of us at the brewery.As many of you...

East Lyme High School

Celebrate American musical heritage with the Southeastern Connecticut Community Orchestra, led by Music Director Dr. Hilarie Clark Moore. This program features iconic works by legendary composers including John Williams, Aaron Copland, Duke Ellington, and George Gershwin. Tickets are affordably priced starting at $12, with special discounts for seniors and children, plus free admission for kids under 6.

Local Event: Americana 250th

New London

Americana 250th

Celebrate American musical heritage with the Southeastern Connecticut Community Orchestra, led by Music Director Dr. Hilarie...

Start your Sunday the Outer Light way — breathe deep, stretch it out, and reward yourself afterward with a well-earned sip.Join us for a relaxing and energizing morning of Yoga, Coffee, &amp; Beer at Outer Light Brewing Company. Our favorite instructor Lori will guide you through a one-hour all-levels yoga session designed to help you reset, recharge, and roll into the rest of your day feeling your absolute best. Whether you are a seasoned yogi or just looking for a peaceful way to start your morning, this class is the perfect blend of movement, mindfulness, and community.After class, enjoy your choice of a handcrafted coffee or a refreshing post-flow beer, because balance is everything.Bring your mat, bring a friend, and join us for one of our favorite Sunday traditions.Registration is required and space is limited. To reserve your spot, email OLBCevents@gmail.com.

Local Event: Coffee, Beer & Yoga

Coffee, Beer & Yoga

Start your Sunday the Outer Light way — breathe deep, stretch it out, and reward yourself afterward with a well-earned sip.Join...

Groton Congregational Church

Stop by to browse local items and find your next favorite discovery in a friendly neighborhood setting.

Local Event: Groton Congregational Church Yard Sale

Groton Congregational Church Yard Sale

Stop by to browse local items and find your next favorite discovery in a friendly neighborhood setting.

Gardens by the Sea (June 12 &amp; 13, 10-4 both days) is a self-guided garden tour through the historic Borough of Stonington. Experience the beauty hidden beyond its garden gates and explore waterfront vistas, terraced landscapes, and enchanted pocket gardens, designed in styles ranging from formal to eclectic. "Plein Air" artists will be painting in selected gardens. All gardens are within walking distance, and free parking will be available. In addition, there will be a tented Marketplace on Wadawanuck Square featuring a wide variety of vendors offering garden-inspired items, clothing, jewelry, and home decor. Event is rain or shine; tickets are non-refundable. For tickets (available starting on Feb. 1, 2026), go to www.stoningtongardenclub.org/garden-tour.

Local Event: Gardens by the Sea Garden Tour

Stonington-Mystic

Gardens by the Sea Garden Tour

Gardens by the Sea (June 12 & 13, 10-4 both days) is a self-guided garden tour through the historic Borough of Stonington....

Chris Rhatigan 

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Ledyard

Montville

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Westerly

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The Lymes

Norwich

Hopkinton

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Werrlein Companies

The Werrlein Companies is your go-to provider for premium Home Services and Construction in the Southeastern CT and Rhode Island area. Our comprehensive range of services includes routine maintenance, repairs, new installations, remodeling, and full-service design &amp; build. Our goal is to provide our customers with the best possible service at a fair price, and we stand behind our work with a satisfaction guarantee. If you’re looking for a reliable and trustworthy home service, look no further than The Werrlein Companies. Serving Mystic-Stonington and the Southern Rhode Island areas.

The Werrlein Companies is your go-to provider for premium Home Services and Construction in the Southeastern CT and Rhode Island area. Our...

Custom Storage Solutions for the Whole Home

California Closets

From walk-in closets and Murphy beds to kitchen pantries, entertainment centers, and home offices, our professional closet designers are experts in the art of home organization. California Closets is distinguished by a legacy of innovation, organizational expertise, quality craftsmanship, and design authority. Our teams of professional design consultants and installers are dedicated to providing an exceptional experience throughout the entire process of creating and installing organizational systems for the whole home. Serving Fairfield, New Haven, Middlesex and New London counties. We are excited to share that our Greenwich showroom is now open. This vibrant space merges creativity and innovation, showcasing a carefully curated environment that emphasizes our latest products and offers an immersive experience for our customers.

Fairfield County

Hayleigh Evans

Monroe

From walk-in closets and Murphy beds to kitchen pantries, entertainment centers, and home offices, our professional closet designers are experts in...

New Play Space Located Right Here in Groton

Kinderplay

Discover Your Neighborhood’s Favorite Indoor Play Space! Locally owned and family-operated, our indoor play space is designed for children ages 10 and under to explore, imagine, and play in a safe, clean, and fun environment. We offer open play sessions, parent &amp; me classes, private events, and exciting workshops like character visits, cookie decorating, animal encounters, and more! Come play, connect, and make memories with us — there’s always something happening for every little one in the family!

Discover Your Neighborhood’s Favorite Indoor Play Space! Locally owned and family-operated, our indoor play space is designed for children ages 10...

Experience The Monaco Difference. Extra Value. No Extra Cost

Monaco Ford of Niantic

Monaco Ford is a family-owned and operated Ford dealership proudly serving the Greater Connecticut and Western Massachusetts region since 1922. With over a century of automotive experience, Monaco Ford is committed to providing exceptional customer service, a transparent sales process, and a wide selection of new, used, and certified pre-owned Ford vehicles. Our dealership offers the full lineup of Ford cars, trucks, SUVs, and commercial vehicles, including popular models like the F-150, Explorer, Bronco, and Super Duty series. In addition to vehicle sales, Monaco Ford provides expert automotive service and maintenance, genuine Ford parts and accessories, and a variety of financing and lease options tailored to meet each customer’s needs. Built on a legacy of integrity, community involvement, and customer satisfaction, Monaco Ford continues to uphold its mission: to deliver a better dealership experience where customers become lifelong friends.

Monaco Ford is a family-owned and operated Ford dealership proudly serving the Greater Connecticut and Western Massachusetts region since 1922....

Rustic-chic private farm venue in scenic Stonington, CT 

Deans Mill Farm 

Built in the mid-1700s as a functioning livestock farm, Deans Mill Farm has gone through an evolution in recent decades. A full renovation of the historic buildings and rejuvenation of the surrounding 70+ acres has made the property into the incredible venue it is today. Deans Mill Farm now operates primarily as a private event space and five-room bed and breakfast tucked down a private road in Stonington, Connecticut. It shares its property with Dragonfly Equestrian Center and is home to dozens of horses. On the property lies meadows, hiking trails, beautiful fields and Dragonfly Disc Golf. The property can be rented for weddings, birthday parties and other special events. Additionally, the bed and breakfast can be rented by the room or reserved in its entirety for complete privacy. The Farm has the ability to host small private indoor events for up to 50 guests in the Farmhouse. Outdoor tented events are our specialty, with numerous locations on-site that are picturesque for your celebration. Outdoor tented celebrations can accommodate up to 250 guests.

Built in the mid-1700s as a functioning livestock farm, Deans Mill Farm has gone through an evolution in recent decades. A full renovation of the...

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Sunday, May 17

Americana 250th

MAY

17

3:00 PM

East Lyme High School, 30 Chesterfield Rd, East Lyme, CT

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