Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore

Bring your little ones to a fun and engaging story time! Perfect for kids who love stories, this free event is a great way to foster a love of reading while enjoying quality time together. Every week we feature a charming tale that’s sure to delight young readers and spark their imaginations.
This week's featured story is Officer Buckle and Gloria, with special guest readers Officer Bodell and Bear the Police Dog of the Middletown K9 Unit!

Local Event: K9 Story Time with Officer Bodell and Bear

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K9 Story Time with Officer Bodell and Bear

Bring your little ones to a fun and engaging story time! Perfect for kids who love stories, this free event is a great way to...

1741 Pub and Grill

It's a Kickin' Good Time at Lyman Orchards! Grab your boots and let's dance under the tent at 1741 Pub &amp; Grill (located at Lyman Orchards Golf Course) - Line Dancing with Kickin' It!
Tickets are $15 per person for the Event Only - Food &amp; Beverages are additional.
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Line Dancing with Kickin' It Line Dance. All are welcome! Dancers, non dancers, friends, family. A few lessons will be provided, Line Dancing will be done, and fun will be had by all!
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Sunday, August 30th 5 PM - 8 PM
Come Eat, Come Drink, Come Dance, Come Enjoy!
Enjoy dinner &amp; drinks (for an additional purchase), while kicking up your heels with friends and family! No outside food or beverage allowed!!
Don't delay purchasing tickets, tickets will sell out quickly!
No Refunds.
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Local Event: Burgers, Beer & Line Dancing: Line Dancing Under the Tent at 1741 Pub & Grill

Burgers, Beer & Line Dancing: Line Dancing...

It's a Kickin' Good Time at Lyman Orchards! Grab your boots and let's dance under the tent at 1741 Pub & Grill (located at...

Burgers, Beer & Line Dancing: Line Dancing Under the Tent at 1741 Pub & Grill

<h3>Turn your Sunday nights up a notch with Mixtape Match at 1741 Pub &amp; Grill!</h3>
Join us for a feel-good, sing-along game night hosted by Digital Tracks DJ, and yes, it's FREE to play!
Grab a table, order something delicious from 1741 Pub &amp; Grill's awesome food and drinks menu, and get ready for a night of music, laughs, and friendly competition.
What's Mixtape Match?
Think BINGO, but way more fun. Instead of numbers being called, your DJ plays a song! If it's on your card, mark it off. No music expertise required. Just good vibes and a love for great tunes.
Pro tip: arrive around 5:30 PM to get settled, order drinks, and snag a good seat. Game time: 6 PM - 8 PM
Frequently Asked Questions:
What are the three rounds like?
Each round plays just like BINGO, but with a different musical theme. Past themed have included: '80s hits, TV theme songs, classic rock, current hits, '90s alternative, one-hit wonders, hair bands, old school hip-hop and more. Every round is a surprise!
Do I need to know song titles or artists?
Nope! This is&nbsp;not music trivia. The song titles and artists are announced. Just listed, vibe, and match.
Do I have to play all three rounds?
You don't have to...but trust us, you'll want to.
How much does it cost?
Mixtape Match at 1741 Pub &amp; Grill is FREE to play!
Great music, great food, great drinks, and a laid-back Sunday night atmosphere, Mixtape Match is the perfect excuse to make 1741 Pub &amp; Grill your new tradition.

Local Event: Mixtape Match at 1741 Pub & Grill

Mixtape Match at 1741 Pub & Grill

Turn your Sunday nights up a notch with Mixtape Match at 1741 Pub & Grill!
Join us for a feel-good, sing-along game night...

The 1851

We're celebrating the end of summer (we know it's not over yet!) with Tiki themed food, cocktails and events all week long. Join us every night for specials and don't miss the Patron Bicycle out on the patio on Saturday from 4:30-7:30!

Local Event: Tiki Week 

Cromwell

Tiki Week 

We're celebrating the end of summer (we know it's not over yet!) with Tiki themed food, cocktails and events all week long....

Klekolo World Coffee

There's something special about hearing a songwriter perform in a small room.⁠ ⁠ On Tuesday, September 1, we're excited to welcome J. Edmond to Klekolo Sessions.⁠&nbsp;🎵 ⁠ A Connecticut singer-songwriter, J. Edmond writes honest, deeply personal songs exploring identity, change, mental health, and the experiences that shape us. His music is reflective, thoughtful, and perfectly suited to an intimate coffeehouse setting.⁠ ⁠ Join us for a night of original music, great coffee, and community.⁠

Local Event: 🎵 J. Edmond Live - Klekolo Sessions

🎵 J. Edmond Live - Klekolo Sessions

  There's something special about hearing a songwriter perform in a small room.⁠ ⁠ On Tuesday, September 1, we're excited to...

Shuffle up and deal! Join us at 1741 Pub &amp; Grill for a lively night of Setback, good company, and even better food and drinks.
Registration starts at 5 PM, with the first game kicking off at 6 PM. No partner needed, limited seating - first come, first serve.

Every 1st &amp; 3rd Wednesday of every month!
$20 buy-in | Half of every buy-in benefits TriCircle, an organization providing resources for individuals, families, and communities affected by the disease of addiction.
50/50 Raffles &amp; Cash Prizes

Local Event: Setback at 1741 Pub & Grill

Setback at 1741 Pub & Grill

Shuffle up and deal! Join us at 1741 Pub & Grill for a lively night of Setback, good company, and even better food and...

A special Thursday night at Klekolo.⁠ ⁠ We're adding an extra evening of live music this September with Connecticut singer-songwriter Shannon McMahon.⁠ ⁠ Blending contemporary folk, expressive vocals, and heartfelt storytelling, Shannon's music has been connecting with audiences for decades.⁠ ⁠ If you enjoy intimate acoustic performances where the songs take center stage, you won't want to miss this special night.⁠ ⁠

Local Event: 🎵 Shannon McMahon Live at Klekolo ⁠World Coffee

🎵 Shannon McMahon Live at Klekolo ⁠World Coffee

A special Thursday night at Klekolo.⁠ ⁠ We're adding an extra evening of live music this September with Connecticut...

Come on down to Lyman Orchards for some outdoor fun featuring Savage Pianos!
Dueling Pianos is the ultimate hybrid of all modern forms of entertainment!
Friday, September 4th at 7 PM. Three hour show (7 PM - 10 PM)&nbsp;(Ages 16+ event only)
Two performers on two facing pianos take turns playing songs that are mostly requested by the audience. There are no rules about what can or cannot be requested so a Dueling Pianist must be well versed in ALL forms of popular music: pop, rock, jazz, hip-hop, R &amp; B, blues, classical, etc.
The main focus of a Dueling Pianos show is participation and so every song will involve the audience in one way or another. Performers might use sing-along, clap-along, toasting, roasting, improv comedy, comedic bits, or a virtuosic musical performance simply intended to impress (on the piano or vocally).
The 1741 Pub &amp; Grill (located at Lyman Orchards Golf Course) will offer food and beverage service throughout the event.
Guests will be seated outside under the tent in groups of 8 people per table.
Individual tables of two or four may be seated with other ticket holders.
If you are purchasing tickets separately from other people in your party, please email Nina Peach at npeach@lymanorchards.com to ensure your party is seated together. All guests will be seated at tables of 8, with other guests.
Tickets are $45.00 per person, each person must have ticket to attend. This event is ages 16+ only. No children are allowed to attend.
Tickets are recommended to be purchased in advance. Last event sold out!
This event is ages 16+.&nbsp;
TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.

Local Event: Dueling Pianos Under the Golf Tent at 1741 Pub & Grill

Dueling Pianos Under the Golf Tent at 1741 Pub...

Come on down to Lyman Orchards for some outdoor fun featuring Savage Pianos!
Dueling Pianos is the ultimate hybrid of all...

Dueling Pianos Under the Golf Tent at 1741 Pub & Grill

272 Main Street, Durham, CT

<blockquote><blockquote><blockquote><blockquote>GIGANTIC TAG SALE: &nbsp;NOTRE DAME CHURCH MONTHLY TAG SALE,&nbsp;SATURDAY, September 5 at&nbsp;272 Main St., DURHAM&nbsp;from 8 AM to&nbsp;1 PM&nbsp;….RAIN&nbsp;OR SHINE! &nbsp; OUTSIDE you will find records, tapes, cd's, books, pictures and frames, baskets, electronics, sporting equipment, and a full range of miscellaneous tag sale items. &nbsp;INSIDE our Church Hall we have a huge assortment of clothing, toys, jewelry, china, a variety of linens, kitchen supplies, craft supplies, and more. Refreshments will be served.&nbsp;&nbsp;See&nbsp;you at our next monthly tag sale on October 3.&nbsp;&nbsp;Thank you so much for your support!&nbsp;</blockquote></blockquote></blockquote></blockquote>

Local Event: Notre Dame Church Gigantic Monthly Tag Sale

Notre Dame Church Gigantic Monthly Tag Sale

GIGANTIC TAG SALE:  NOTRE DAME CHURCH MONTHLY TAG SALE, SATURDAY, September 5 at 272 Main St., DURHAM from 8 AM to 1...

Lyman Orchards Apple Barrel Farm Market

<h3>Save the Date!</h3>
Lyman Orchards Corn Maze &amp; Cider Donut Festival will be on September 5th &amp; 6th, 10 AM - 4 PM!
<h3>Stay Tuned for This Year's Corn Maze Theme!</h3>
Head over for the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at the Corn Maze at 10 AM on September 5th.Saturday, September 5th Activities (Subject to change, stay tuned as we add more!):
<ul><li>9 AM - 4:30 PM: Pick Your Own Apples, Peaches &amp; Pears, South Street</li><li>9 AM - 4 PM: Apple Barrel Deli open</li><li>9 AM - 6 PM: Gem Mining Activity</li><li>10 AM: Join us at the Corn Maze for our Ribbon Cutting Ceremony*</li><li>10 AM - 5:30 PM: Lyman Orchards Corn Maze</li><li>10 AM - 3:30 PM: Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides</li><li>10 AM - 4 PM: Face Painting by Lara</li><li>10 AM - 4 PM: Circle K Petting Farm</li><li>10 AM - 4 PM: Roaming Railroad Trackless Train</li><li>10 AM - 4 PM: Yard Games*</li><li>10 AM - 4 PM: Craft n' Plant Activity with ToneGrown</li><li>10 AM - 5:30 PM: Ice Cream Window open on the Apple Barrel Patio&nbsp;(with our delicious cider donut sundae!)</li><li>11 AM - 3 PM: Food Trucks (Crazy Taco Mex &amp; New Haven Pizza)</li><li>11:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 2:00 PM: Cider Donut Corn Hole Toss Contest (free to participate, first come, first serve!)*</li><li>1 PM - 4 PM: Live Music*</li></ul>
Sunday, September 5th Activities (Subject to change, stay tuned as we add more!):
<ul><li>9 AM - 4:30 PM: Pick Your Own Apples, Peaches &amp; Pears, South Street</li><li>9 AM - 4 PM: Apple Barrel Deli open</li><li>9 AM - 6 PM: Gem Mining Activity</li><li>10 AM - 5:30 PM: Lyman Orchards Corn Maze</li><li>10 AM - 3:30 PM: Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides</li><li>10 AM - 4 PM: Face Painting by Lara</li><li>10 AM - 4 PM: Yard Games*</li><li>10 AM - 4 PM: Circle K Petting Farm</li><li>10 AM - 4 PM: Roaming Railroad Trackless Train</li><li>10 AM - 4 PM: Craft n' Plant Activity with ToneGrown</li><li>10 AM - 5:30 PM: Ice Cream Window open on the Apple Barrel Patio&nbsp;(with our delicious cider donut sundae!)</li><li>11 AM - 3 PM: Food Trucks (Crazy Taco Mex &amp; New Haven Pizza)</li><li>11:30 AM, 12:30 PM &amp; 2 PM: Cider Donut Corn Hole Toss Contest (free to participate, first come, first serve!)*</li><li>1 PM - 4 PM: Live Music*</li></ul>
*Free Activities!
Admission to the Lyman Orchards Corn Maze &amp; Cider Donut Festival is FREE!
Activities &amp; Food Trucks subject to change, continue to check back for more information on other activities joining us at the Corn Maze &amp; Cider Donut Festival!&nbsp;The Lyman Orchards Corn Maze officially opens Saturday, September 5th at 10 AM and will run until Sunday, November 1st.

Local Event: Corn Maze & Cider Donut Festival

Corn Maze & Cider Donut Festival

Save the Date!
Lyman Orchards Corn Maze & Cider Donut Festival will be on September 5th & 6th, 10 AM - 4 PM!
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<h4>Saturday, September 5th, Sunday, September 6th &amp; Monday, September 7th, 10 AM - 4 PM</h4>
We’re excited to return to Lyman Orchards this weekend with our Goat Cuddle Brigade. Guests can enjoy 15‑minute cuddle sessions for $10 per person, meeting the goats right at the orchard and experiencing a charming colonial‑themed visit with the herd. It’s a wonderful way to spend the day—enjoying the orchard, snapping photos, and sharing a fun, memorable moment with our goats.
Minors cannot make reservations to handle a goat alone, but can be added as an additional helper to assist an adult handler on the goat walk. There must be at least 1 adult person who will be the handler for each goat.
$10 per person
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Local Event: Goat Cuddle Brigade at Lyman Orchards

Goat Cuddle Brigade at Lyman Orchards

Saturday, September 5th, Sunday, September 6th & Monday, September 7th, 10 AM - 4 PM
We’re excited to return to Lyman Orchards...

Love to read? You’re invited to the Wesleyan RJ Julia Silent Book Club! Join us each month at the bookstore for an hour of companionable silent reading. Feel free to bring your current read from home or ask our booksellers for a recommendation! We also provide time for optional mingling before and after the hour for those who’d like to get to know their fellow readers.

Local Event: Silent Book Club

Silent Book Club

Love to read? You’re invited to the Wesleyan RJ Julia Silent Book Club! Join us each month at the bookstore for an hour of...

Lyman Orchards Golf Club

Visit Lyman Orchards for two favorite family activities, Roaming Railroad Trackless Train and Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides! Both activities are located at the Apple Barrel Farm Market, 32 Reeds Gap Road, Middlefield.
Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides: Climb aboard a rustic farm wagon and enjoy the clippity-clop of horses' hooves as you roll past the historic Lyman Homestead and through the scenic hayride trail. Rides runs from 10 AM - 3:30 PM. Admission is $6 ages 13+, $4 ages 4-12 (ages 3 &amp; under are free). Admission is cash only at the pickup spot of the wagon rides.
Roaming Railroad Trackless Train: Hop on the trackless trail that travels along the pond at the Apple Barrel Market. Rides runs from 10 AM - 4 PM. Admission is $5 per person. Purchase tickets at the start of the train by the photo cut outs by the Apple Barrel Patio.
Tickets for both activities are sold on the day of the event only. Dates are subject to change and are weather permitting. For more information, call&nbsp;860-349-6000.&nbsp;

Local Event: Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides & Trackless Train

Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides & Trackless Train

Visit Lyman Orchards for two favorite family activities, Roaming Railroad Trackless Train and Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides! Both...

<h3>Come spend Labor Day at Lyman Orchards and support the next generation of young entrepreneurs!</h3>
The Children's Entrepreneur Market is an award-winning program that gives kids the opportunity to experience what it's really like to run their own business. Children ages 5-17 can create a product or service, set up their own booth, interact with customers, take payments and experience the excitement of making their first sales!
<h3>Is your child ready to be a young entrepreneur?</h3>
Their product can be almost anything (except food!) handmade items, store-bought products, games, crafts, services and more. Most importantly, it should be something people want to buy!
This is a chance for kids to take the lead while parents sit back and watch them build valuable skills in entrepreneurship, innovation and leadership.
Children must be able to, with minimal adult help:
<ol><li>Complete their prep work</li><li>Take and fulfill orders and answer customer questions</li><li>Take payment and make change</li></ol>
Parents can assist when needed, and children with disabilities or special needs are welcome to participate with any necessary parental assistance.
Children may not sell goods on behalf of their parents. They must have an active role in the acquisition and/or production of their product.
No fundraisers, MLMs or animals are permitted. No refunds or credits will be given for any reason.
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<h3>Coming to shop? Make a day of it!</h3>
You don't have to be a vendor to enjoy the market! Come out and shop the creative products and services from local young entrepreneurs, then make a day of your Labor Day visit to Lyman Orchards.
While you're here, you can explore the Corn Maze, enjoy Pick-Your-Own, and stop by the Apple Barrel Farm Market for all your favorite Lyman Orchards treats and seasonal goodies.
Bring the whole family and spend the day at Lyman Orchards!

Local Event: Seeds to Success: Children's Entrepreneurial Market

Seeds to Success: Children's Entrepreneurial...

Come spend Labor Day at Lyman Orchards and support the next generation of young entrepreneurs!
The Children's Entrepreneur...

Seeds to Success: Children's Entrepreneurial Market

Bethany Lutheran Church, 50 Court St., Cromwell, CT

As we prepare for a new semester of singing, learning, and fellowship, we invite YOU to sing with us! Our fall concert on November 15th will feature Benjamin Britten's "Saint Nicolas" and the premiere of "Sing On!" by Thomas Brand. At GMChorale, we are committed to making music at the highest level and providing a wealth of learning opportunities for amateur as well as professional singers. With a focus on camaraderie alongside artistic excellence, GMChorale is held in our hearts as a musical "home" for so many of our members. We invite YOU to come home to GMChorale, as we journey to our upcoming 50th anniversary in the 2026-2027 season, which will culminate with Giuseppe Verdi's "Messa da Requiem" in April 2027. This monumental undertaking will spotlight the artistic depth of GMChorale and our collaborative partners.
 
Beginning on September 8th, rehearsals take place on Tuesdays, 6:45-9:30pm, at Bethany Lutheran Church in Cromwell. The first two rehearsals on September 8th and 15th are open rehearsals, with no commitment to register. Please visit our website at www.gmchorale.org/join for more information and to fill out an inquiry form. We look forward to hearing from you! 
Claim your seat! Sing with GMChorale. We invite YOU to sing with us for our fall concert on November 15th!

Local Event: Sing with GMChorale!

Sing with GMChorale!

As we prepare for a new semester of singing, learning, and fellowship, we invite YOU to sing with us! Our fall concert on...

Sometimes the quietest performances leave the biggest impression.⁠ ⁠ Meriden singer-songwriter PJ Childs joins us at Klekolo Sessions with an evening of reflective originals and familiar songs reimagined with an acoustic touch.⁠ ⁠ Bring a friend, grab a great cup of coffee, and settle in for an evening where the music speaks for itself.⁠

Local Event: 🎵 PJ Childs⁠ Live - Klekolo Sesssions⁠

🎵 PJ Childs⁠ Live - Klekolo Sesssions⁠

Sometimes the quietest performances leave the biggest impression.⁠ ⁠ Meriden singer-songwriter PJ Childs joins us at Klekolo...

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Readings By Karen, LLC

International Psychic/Medium Karen Hollis has used her abilities for more than 40 years to help people connect with their loved ones who have crossed over. Her private life readings are highly regarded for their accuracy, integrity, and compassion. Karen teaches seminars and has worked with law enforcement finding missing persons both in the United States and Canada. She has been featured on Discovery Channel’s “A Haunting,” and on “Paranormal Survivor.” As the lead Psychic/Medium Investigator with Ghosts of New England Research Society (G.O.N.E.R.S.), Karen is “the bridge between evidence and explanation.” To join one of Karen's classes or to schedule a private reading by phone, or in Karen's Office please call 860-665-8024

International Psychic/Medium Karen Hollis has used her abilities for more than 40 years to help people connect with their loved ones who have...

Managed IT Services, Disaster Recovery, & Cyber Security

UNAPEN, Inc.

Since 1991, UNAPEN, Inc. has provided IT and Cyber Security Services, Custom Software Solutions, Systems Integration, Software products and Workflow/Process Automation tailored for Investment/Wealth Managers, Non-Profit Organizations, Educational Institutions, Attorneys, and a diverse range of SMBs! The expertise of UNAPEN's seasoned professionals uniquely positions them to advise clients on the value of technology. Our goal is to solidify and protect your IT infrastructure, enhance cyber security, streamline operations and workflow, centralize data, and automate highly complex manual tasks to make your company more successful and competitive. UNAPEN is a long-standing Gold Certified Microsoft Partner. Our solutions fall into these categories: • Strategic Process Consulting • AI Workflow &amp; Process Automation • Custom Client Statements, Meeting Packages &amp; Mgmt Reporting • Custom Software Development - Applications &amp; Interfaces - On-Premise, Web &amp; Mobile • Create/Upgrade Custom Excel, Power Apps, Power BI, MS Access, SQL Server &amp; .NET Applications • Pricing &amp; Reference Data Interfaces for SS&amp;C Advent Axys &amp; APX • CRM for Investment Advisers, Wealth Mgrs, Family Offices, Banking and other industries • Data Warehousing &amp; Data Aggregation • Affinity SQL Data Repository for Advisors • Business Intelligence &amp; Business Mgmt Tools • Digital Transformation &amp; Cloud Migration • IT Services • Cloud Backup, Disaster Recovery &amp; Business Continuity • CyberSecurity - Advanced Network Analysis &amp; Security Threat Reporting, Dark Web Monitoring &amp; Alerts on Compromised Employee Credentials • CyberSecurity - Employee CyberSecurity Awareness Training • CyberSecurity - EndPoint Detection &amp; Response • vCISO CyberSecurity Assessments • Ransomware Protection As a service provider &amp; partner in your success, UNAPEN brings to bear a unique skill set comprised of in-depth business knowledge combined with unparalleled technological expertise &amp; service delivery capability.

Since 1991, UNAPEN, Inc. has provided IT and Cyber Security Services, Custom Software Solutions, Systems Integration, Software products and...

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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.

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

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