Name: Syd's Book Shack Book Festival & Sale
Start: 2026-10-17T09:00:00-04:00
Location: Syd's Book Shack & Boutique

Syd's Book Shack & Boutique

Get ready for our 4th Annual Book Fest &amp; Sale!!! This year the Festival is Saturday the 17th and Sunday the 18th!!! We are excited to have our event extended to two days this year, instead of just one. We have raffles, huge discounts, face painting, crafts for the kids, giveaways, mystery book bags, hats, shirts, mugs, early holiday gifts, and more!

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Syd's Book Shack Book Festival & Sale

Get ready for our 4th Annual Book Fest & Sale!!! This year the Festival is Saturday the 17th and Sunday the 18th!!! We are...

Hubley Hall of the First Congregational Church of Madison

Join the Shoreline Men Over Sixty for a special presentation by volunteer poll worker Marc Lillie on the Connecticut election process as part of the USA's 250th Bi-Centennial tribute. Attendance is $20 and includes a lunch menu of chicken piccata, baked ziti, and sugarless apple pie. Reservations are required via email or phone for this community gathering focused on friendship and brotherhood.

Local Event: Shoreline Men Over Sixty Meeting: USA 250th

Shoreline Men Over Sixty Meeting: USA 250th

Join the Shoreline Men Over Sixty for a special presentation by volunteer poll worker Marc Lillie on the Connecticut election...

<div style="caret-color: #222222; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Jeanne Rosier Smith: Seasons of Joy</div><div style="caret-color: #222222; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">October 2 - 31, 2026</div><div style="caret-color: #222222; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Opening Reception, Friday, Oct 2, 5-8 pm</div><div style="caret-color: #222222; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Susan Powell Fine Art</div><div style="caret-color: #222222; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Madison, CT</div><div style="caret-color: #222222; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">"My paintings come from a sense of joy. I find astonishing beauty in the world every day, each season brings fresh inspiration."&nbsp;- Jeanne Rosier Smith&nbsp;</div><div style="caret-color: #222222; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Luminous waves, sunlit beach scenes,&nbsp;lush lily ponds, gardens and fields overflowing with color,&nbsp;warm light on fresh snow, and the&nbsp;lively streets of Paris are among the many subjects that&nbsp;make up the beautiful world of this exceptional solo show.&nbsp;&nbsp;"Her paintings reflect the joy of seeing the world with fresh eyes," says Susan Powell, owner of the gallery. Jeanne Rosier Smith's solo show, Seasons of Joy, will be featured in American Art Collector magazine's October 2026 issue, and in the October Ink Magazine.&nbsp;Jeanne &nbsp;has earned eleven first place awards and three gold medals in national and international fine art exhibitions, along with the prestigious IAPS Prix de Pastel. These highly competitive honors place her among the most accomplished pastel artists working today.&nbsp;</div><div style="caret-color: #222222; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Join us for an opening reception on Friday, October 2, from 5- 8 pm, and meet Jeanne. Enjoy Prosecco, wine, hors d'oeuvres, and lively conversation. Jeanne will be giving a wave painting demonstration on Saturday, October 3, from 1-2 pm in the gallery garden. Please bring a lawn chair.&nbsp;This event is free.&nbsp;</div><div style="caret-color: #222222; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The Gallery is located at 679 Boston Post Road, Madison, CT. Hours are Tues-Sat 11-5 and any day by appointment. For more information please call&nbsp;<a href="tel:(203)%20318-0616" value="+12033180616" target="_blank" style="color: #1155cc;">203 318-0616</a>, email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:susanpowellfineart@gmail.com" target="_blank" style="color: #1155cc;">susanpowellfineart@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;or visit our website at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.susanpowellfineart.com/" target="_blank" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.susanpowellfineart.com&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1790188721594000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2UDPpd9sowqoi4GL5nFonX" style="color: #1155cc;" rel="nofollow noopener">www.susanpowellfineart.com</a></div>

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Solo Show of 40 Pastel Paintings by Award Winning Artist Jeanne Rosier Smith

Meigs Point Nature Center

Join Save the Sound and Friends of Hammonasset to help protect Long Island Sound's fragile ecosystem by removing harmful debris from the shoreline. All volunteers are welcome, including families and groups, to this important environmental effort where supplies and snacks will be provided. Pre-registration is encouraged via email to ensure adequate supplies for all participants.

Local Event: International Coastal Cleanup

International Coastal Cleanup

Join Save the Sound and Friends of Hammonasset to help protect Long Island Sound's fragile ecosystem by removing harmful debris...

Hotel Marcel New Haven, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Every transplant has a story. Every story has a team.
Donate Life Connecticut invites you to The Symphony of Life, an extraordinary evening bringing together Connecticut's donation and transplant community on Saturday, October 3 at Hotel Marcel in New Haven.
The evening will celebrate the remarkable network of people behind second chances: transplant professionals, recipients, living donors, donor families, advocates, volunteers, healthcare partners, and community supporters.
Guests will enjoy dinner, cocktails, music, powerful stories, awards, a silent auction, and an evening filled with connection, gratitude, and hope.
Donate Life Connecticut will present 2026 Transplant Hero Awards to Dr. Dina Al Rameni and Dr. Hiroshi Sogawa, recognize Dennis Thomas as the 2026 Volunteer of the Year, and celebrate the many Transplant Heroes nominated by members of Connecticut's transplant community during Donate Life Month.
Music will be woven throughout the evening, including special performances by Stefon Hawkins and members of Empowered and music from DJ Zerp.
For 41 years, Donate Life Connecticut has worked throughout the state to educate communities, share stories, inspire conversations, and increase awareness about the lifesaving power of organ, eye, and tissue donation.
The Symphony of Life Saturday, October 3, 2026 | 6:00 PM Hotel Marcel | New Haven, CT Tickets: $150 + processing fee Reservations close September 25.
Be in the room.donatelifect.org

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Donate Life Connecticut - Symphony of Life Gala 

Every transplant has a story. Every story has a team.
Donate Life Connecticut invites you to The Symphony of Life, an...

Torp Theater in Davidson Hall, CCSU

Experience a powerful one-man, one-act play written and performed by Lt. Col. (Retired) Scott Mann, a U.S. Army Green Beret and bestselling author of New York Times bestselling book Operation Pineapple Express.
This compelling performance tells the story of ordinary Veterans working against the clock to rescue Afghan allies during the final days of the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan 
Commemorating the 25th Anniversary of the Global War on Terror and the 5th Anniversary of the Afghanistan withdrawal
Shows are:Friday, October 2 @ 7 PMSaturday, October 3 @ 2 PM &amp; 7 PMTickets can be purchased by using the QR Code or through our website, <a href="https://www.APKCharities.org!" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">APKCharities.org!</a> 
Ticket:
$35 – General Admission
$25 – Military, Veterans &amp; First Responders
$10 – Students
All proceeds from the sale of tickets benefits APK Charities, a Connecticut-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in memory of Captain Andrew M. Pedersen‑Keel, dedicated to supporting Connecticut active-duty military, veterans, wounded warriors, and Gold Star families through financial aid, emergency assistance, and community programs.
APK Charities was established to honor Captain Andrew M. Pedersen‑Keel, a Connecticut Special Forces soldier who was killed in action in Afghanistan on 11 March 2013. The organization focuses on bridging the civilian community with the Armed Forces and providing direct support to military families.

Local Event: 11 Days: The Story of Operation Pineapple Express

11 Days: The Story of Operation Pineapple Express

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Car cruise sponsored by Knights of Columbus St. Lawrence Council 10657. Sunday October 4th 1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. Touch a fire truck, DJ, Toys for Tots, hamburgers, hot dogs, refreshments, badminton and corn hole

Local Event: Second Annual Car Cruise 

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Second Annual Car Cruise 

Car cruise sponsored by Knights of Columbus St. Lawrence Council 10657. Sunday October 4th 1:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. Touch a fire...

Soundview Family YMCA

Kidsafe Youth Programs CT LLC- Give your child (ages 5-17) the skills and confidence to stay safe! Kidsafe's Youth Self-Defense and Safety Awareness Program focuses on self-discipline, confidence, coordination, fitness and practical youth self-defense skills in a positive, non-aggressive fun environment. New students excepted up to Oct 26th. Kidsafe offers a&nbsp;low cost, quality program.&nbsp;
For more information, please contact us by phone 203-446-1995
email-kidsafeyouthporgramsct@gmail.com 
Website-www.kidsafekaratect.com 
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"Instilling Confidence in Today's Youth for Tomorrow's Endeavors"!

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Youth Self-Defense & Safety Awareness

Kidsafe Youth Programs CT LLC- Give your child (ages 5-17) the skills and confidence to stay safe! Kidsafe's Youth Self-Defense...

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