Name: Wanderlust Book Club - October 2026
Start: 2026-10-15T18:30:00-04:00
Location: Manchester Public Library

Manchester Public Library

Travel (vicariously) to Uganda in our latest Wanderlust Book Club pick!
In the Wanderlust Book Club, participants “travel” through reading a variety of atmospheric books that transport readers to locations around the world. Titles are primarily fiction, with an occasional non-fiction or memoir selection. Meetings are typically held on the third Thursday evening of the month. Our October book is “A Girl is a Body of Water” by Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi. Copies of each month’s book are available at both library buildings. This is a free book discussion program and no registration is required. Discussion will be held in the 2nd Floor Conference Room.

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Wanderlust Book Club - October 2026

Travel (vicariously) to Uganda in our latest Wanderlust Book Club pick!
In the Wanderlust Book Club, participants “travel”...

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Mississippi native Karlous Miller grew up in a large blended family with eight siblings, shaping his sharp, unfiltered comedic style. Before stepping into comedy full-time, he worked as a firefighter in Oxford, Mississippi, but in 2005, he moved to Atlanta with one goal: making people laugh. Since then, he’s become one of the most dynamic voices in comedy today. Best known as a veteran cast member of MTV’s Wild ‘N Out with Nick Cannon, Karlous has built an impressive career across television, film, and digital media. He’s appeared on NBC’s Last Comic Standing, MTV’s Joking Off, MTV2’s Uncommon Sense, BET’s Comic View, Bill Bellamy’s Who’s Got Jokes, and HBO’s All Def Comedy. His 30-minute stand-up special aired on Kevin Hart’s Laugh Out Loud Network, he’s guest-starred on Family Time for Bounce TV, he co-hosted What’s My Secret? on MTV and his co-starring role in the horror-comedy feature film Haunted Heist alongside Lil Rel Howery and Tiffany Haddish debuted to critical acclaim. A devoted hip-hop fan, Karlous has collaborated with artists like Jermaine Dupri, Case, Gucci Mane, Dem Franchize Boyz, Grandaddy Souf, Big Oomp, and T.I.'s Grand Hustle Comedy. His deep ties to music and culture shine through in his work, blending comedy and hip-hop effortlessly. As the co-creator and host of The 85 South Show alongside DC Young Fly and Chico Bean, Karlous has built a massive fanbase. The podcast, which has been nominated for the iHeartRadio Best Comedy Podcast award, has grown into a cultural movement, selling out arenas nationwide. The trio’s 85 South: Ghetto Legends Netflix special debuted at #1, solidifying their impact on the comedy industry. In 2024, they curated and hosted their own lineup of comedians at the Netflix Is A Joke comedy festival. Karlous is also a two-time host of BET’s Hip Hop Awards and has been featured in SpringHill’s Recipe for Change: Celebrating Black Men and Game Theory with Bomani Jones on HBO. He was a lead cast member on BET’s College Hill: Celebrity Edition, bringing his signature humor and authenticity to reality television. His viral appearance on Club Shay Shay with Shannon Sharpe amassed over 2 million views in just 24 hours. As a stand-up powerhouse, Karlous consistently sells out shows nationwide. He recently wrapped his acclaimed solo tour, At the End of the Day, proving his staying power as one of the most electrifying comedians of his generation.

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Kids &amp; Family Meditation Class, ongoing Sundays 9:30-10:30am beginning 10/4 at Odiyana Center, Glastonbury.
This family meditation class offers an&nbsp;easy introduction&nbsp;to Buddha’s teachings, emphasizing loving-kindness, respect for others, and keeping a positive attitude.
This class helps&nbsp;children and parents learn together&nbsp;to develop harmony and methods to calm their minds and be happy.&nbsp;
Classes include a guided meditation, a short Buddhist teaching, and an activity. During the activity, parents may have the opportunity to&nbsp;discuss how to apply Buddhist teachings to parenting.
These classes are designed for kindergarten through 5th grade. Older children are welcome to attend as mentors. A parent or guardian must accompany children.&nbsp;
Cost $5 Per Child – no one turned away for lack of funds. No cost for adults.
Info at meditationinconnecticut.org.

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Kids & Family Meditation Class, ongoing Sundays 9:30-10:30am beginning 10/4 at Odiyana Center, Glastonbury.
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Unitarian Universalist Society East

Armond and Angelina's Native American Flute Playshop will be held at UUSE on Monday, Oct. 5, at 7 PM.&nbsp;
For centuries people have been mesmerized by the hypnotic sounds from these gentle, easy-to-play flutes. Whether you have a musical background or have always wanted to play a musical instrument this is for you. Practice flutes are available, or you may uupurchase one.

Armand and Angelina are a full-time Interfaith Musical Ministry. They have taught Native American Flute Playshops at over 500 Interfaith churches across the country.
Recommended $20 freewill donation.
For details, call 860-646-5151, email <a href="mailto:uuseoffice@uuse.org">uuseoffice@uuse.org</a> or visit <a href="https://use.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">uuse.org</a>

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Armond and Angelina's Native American Flute Playshop will be held at UUSE on Monday, Oct. 5, at 7 PM. 
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Choose from a variety of glasses and designs, leave with two one-of-a-kind works of art!
Looking for something different to do on a Thursday night?
Join us at Audacity British Style Pub for DateNight Downtown: Glass Painting—a relaxed, creative night out with someone you enjoy spending time with!
Bring your spouse, partner, best friend, sibling, parent, adult child, coworker—or come on your own. No artistic experience needed! You'll choose from a variety of glasses and designs (or create something completely your own), and we'll provide everything you need to paint two unique glasses to take home.
Your ticket also includes a complimentary non-alcoholic beverage from Audacity.
Thursday, October 8 • 6:15–7:45 PM Audacity British Style Pub 829 Main Street, Manchester
Tickets: $25 per person | $45 for two
Facilitator: Pammy of <a href="https://www.paintwithpammy.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Paint With Pammy</a>
Space is limited, so grab your tickets and make plans for a night that's a little more creative than dinner on the couch.
Create something. Share a meal. Make a memory. Because 2nd Thursdays are a thing!
Free parking is available on Main Street and in the lot behind the building.
Questions? Email info@workspacemanchester.com.

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Connecticut’s Old State House 800 Main Street Hartford, CT 06103

Thomasina Levy, CT State Troubadour (05/06), is an award-winning songwriter, poet, and internationally recognized mountain dulcimer player whose performances weave together the best of traditional and contemporary folk music. She is a popular virtual workshop leader whose workshops frequently sell out. Her music has been aired in over twenty countries across the globe. Described as a charismatic performer, she touches audiences with a simplicity, humanity, and strength drawn from the deep roots of the folk tradition. Parallel Universe, her latest full length album, was co-produced with Grammy winning cellist David Darling and is on the Hearts of Space Records label. This instrumental album received a Silver Medal from the Global Music Awards in December 2018, as well as the 2019 NAMA Award for Best Song of the Year. Her 2020 single, We are Thunder, We are Lightning, (<a href="https://youtu.be/5MqTPU36XG4)" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">youtu.be/5MqTPU36XG4)</a> is a song/video that is a call to action to address the climate crisis looming over us all.
Connecticut’s Old State House 2026 Summer Music Series
EVERY FRIDAY | JUNE 5 – OCTOBER 9, 2026 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Join us for our annual FREE Summer Concert Series! Stop by every Friday at lunchtime to hear a different band play each week on the westside patio of Connecticut’s Old State House. Bring your lunch and enjoy the music!
Concerts begin at noon and will also be live-streamed on our Facebook page and YouTube channel.
Thank you to our friends from the Richard P. Garmany Fund at the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving, and the Evelyn Preston Memorial Fund for their generous funding of the Summer Concert Series.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/156456/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

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