Name: Irish Traditional Music Concert and Contra Dance with Kitchen Ceili
Start: 2026-08-22T16:00:00-04:00
Location: The Judy Black Memorial Park & Gardens / Seasonal Farmers Market

The Judy Black Memorial Park & Gardens / Seasonal Farmers Market

Join Kitchen Ceili (Dora Hast, Stan Scott, George Wilson and Sam Scheer) for a free Irish traditional music concert that will include some contra dancing on Saturday, August 22 at 4 PM at the Judy Black Memorial Park and Gardens in Washington Depot, CT.  All are welcome to listen and to try a dance or two. Co-sponsored by the Gunn Library and registration is requested: <a href="https://gunnlibrary.org/calendar/kitchen-ceili-concert-contra-dance/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">gunnlibrary.org/calendar/kitchen-ceili-concert-contra-dance/</a>

Local Event: Irish Traditional Music Concert and Contra Dance with Kitchen Ceili

Middlesex County

Chris Dehnel

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Middletown

Connecticut

Irish Traditional Music Concert and Contra...

Join Kitchen Ceili (Dora Hast, Stan Scott, George Wilson and Sam Scheer) for a free Irish traditional music concert that will...

Irish Traditional Music Concert and Contra Dance with Kitchen Ceili

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CT State Middlesex invites new and continuing students to special Saturday&nbsp;hours on August 15&nbsp;from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Attendees can meet with an advisor, finalize their schedules and register for classes.These Saturday&nbsp;hours offer convenience for those who may wish to meet with student support staff in person, but who are unable to connect during regular Monday through Friday business hours.&nbsp;Representatives from the admissions, registration, financial aid, bursar and advising offices will be available to work with students and learn more about course placement, how best to meet the prerequisites needed to take a class, and about paying tuition.Students intending to attend CT State for the first time should start by applying online. Applications for Fall 2026 semester can be found&nbsp;at <a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fzwly9k6z.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me%2FL0%2Fhttp%3A%252F%252Fwww.ctstate.edu%252Fapply%2F1%2F0100019f908c2c0e-dc9e08cf-9f7f-461b-91b4-84fc1cfe0b6f-000000%2FbSZX6w5JZ4SygCKf1wvOBXqP4SE%3D473&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cthea.moritz%40ctstate.edu%7Ce625af17db9f4860047108dee8f88f41%7C679df878277a496aac8dd99e58606dd9%7C0%7C0%7C639204351422031500%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=7shh6xPgb7GvlarczU8Fy%2FTPzvlOimswxzYP4Y9GasY%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.ctstate.edu/apply</a>. Fall semester credit classes begin August&nbsp;27.&nbsp;CT State Middlesex also offers courses at the Meriden satellite campus at Platt High School.

Free tuition is available to Connecticut residents who are high school graduates, whether from the state or elsewhere. Anyone who first attended college in Fall 2020 or later may also be eligible. Accessing the free&nbsp;tuition&nbsp;program&nbsp;and any financial aid starts with completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at&nbsp;fafsa.gov.&nbsp;The free&nbsp;tuition&nbsp;program is not based on household income; all students who plan on attending full- or part-time should complete the FAFSA so they can access the program, even if they&nbsp;do not think they will quality for need-based aid. Program funding is available on a rolling basis; applicants can see if they may qualify at <a href="https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fzwly9k6z.r.us-east-1.awstrack.me%2FL0%2Fhttp%3A%252F%252Fwww.ctstate.edu%252Ffree-tuition%2F1%2F0100019f908c2c0e-dc9e08cf-9f7f-461b-91b4-84fc1cfe0b6f-000000%2FQpW0yyuw9YRqB5SOfOepNUsD1Kw%3D473&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cthea.moritz%40ctstate.edu%7Ce625af17db9f4860047108dee8f88f41%7C679df878277a496aac8dd99e58606dd9%7C0%7C0%7C639204351422053553%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=otnkgJwsOWgPyNQMV902%2BdHmeoAKN%2BlnPfUNp0vh1Gc%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.ctstate.edu/free-tuition</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Great Food and Fun for the Whole Family
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·Admission &amp; Parking: No entrance fee; limited free parking is available on the church grounds.
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<h3>We hope that you will join us for a delightful high society Bridgerton brunch &amp; dancing experience, that even Lady Whistledown wouldn't want to miss!</h3>
Dearest Gentle Reader, the pleasure of your company is requested at 1741 Pub &amp; Grill on August 16th. Don your favorite Regency gowns, white gloves, waistcoats, tailcoats and heirloom family jewelry, as you dine with us for a spectacular brunch buffet &amp; dancing. The menu features 19th century dishes, house-made scones, delicate tea cakes, classic quiche, and of course, a variety of English teas.
Enjoy social dancing in the style of Bridgerton and Queen Charlotte led by internationally noted dance historian Susan de Guardiola of <a href="https://www.kickery.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Capering and Kickery!</a> Dance like Simon and Daphne, George and Charlotte, or Hyacinth and her friends to music as heard on the TV show. No experience or partner needed, the dances are easy and all will be taught!
Sunday, August 16th, 10 AM &amp; 12 PM seatings. Reservations are Required.
<a target="_blank" href="https://www.opentable.com/booking/experiences-availability?rid=1121242&amp;restref=1121242&amp;experienceId=756210&amp;utm_source=external&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=shared" rel="nofollow noopener">Make a Reservation</a>
$36.00 per person&nbsp;
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<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

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Enrollment is now open for the Y&rsquo;s Kindergarten Preparatory Academy (KPA), a transition program designed for children who are 4&frac12; years old and born between September 2021 and March 2022.
The program follows the same curriculum as the Middletown Public Schools KPA program, while offering smaller teacher-to-child ratios and more individualized attention. Through a supportive, engaging environment, children have opportunities to strengthen the social, emotional and developmental skills that can help them enter kindergarten ready to learn and thrive.
The YMCA&rsquo;s KPA offers full-day care from 7:15 a.m.&ndash;5:15 p.m., making the program a convenient option for working families as well.
Only 9 openings are currently available for fall enrollment as of 8/15. Spots may fill quickly. Act today! Submit your application now.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.midymca.org/copy-of-preschool-general-info" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Submit Your Application Now</a>
Families interested in learning more are encouraged to inquire soon. Visit midymca.org/preschool or contact Karyn Hurlbert, Preschool Director, at 860-344-6227 or <a href="mailto:khurlbert@midymca.org" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">khurlbert@midymca.org</a>.
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<h2>Secure your child's spot today at our Kids' Korner Middletown, Portland, Durham/Middlefield locations.</h2>While summer is still in full swing, now is the time for families to begin planning for the upcoming school year. The Northern Middlesex YMCA is now enrolling children in its Before &amp; Afterschool Child Care Programs, helping parents secure dependable care while giving children a safe, fun, and enriching place to learn, play, and grow each day.



More than just child care, the YMCA's Kids' Korner programs provide children with a safe, welcoming place to learn, play, and grow before the school bell rings and after the final dismissal.
Each day, children receive homework support, participate in STEM activities, create art, stay active through games and recreation, and build important social-emotional skills that help them succeed in school and in life. Most importantly, they become part of a caring community where they are encouraged to discover their strengths, make new friends, and develop confidence.
More than 500 children participate in YMCA Before &amp; Afterschool Programs each year. During the last school year alone, children took part in 7,780 healthy living activities, 4,417 STEM and enrichment experiences, and 4,744 social-emotional learning opportunities that supported their academic and personal growth.
The YMCA believes every child deserves access to high-quality child care, regardless of a family's financial circumstances. Last year, the YMCA awarded $79,348 in Open Doors Financial Assistance to help 141 children attend before and afterschool programs, with more than one-third of participating families receiving scholarship support. Thanks to the generosity of YMCA donors, Middlesex United Way, the Peach Pit Foundation, and other community partners, financial assistance continues to make these opportunities possible for local families.
Whether you're looking for dependable care before school, a fun and enriching place for your child after school, or both, the YMCA offers flexible options designed to meet the needs of today's families.
Space is limited at several locations, and early registration is encouraged.
Learn more, apply for financial assistance, or register today at <a href="http://www.midymca.org/before-after-school" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.midymca.org/before-after-school</a>.
Because every child deserves a place to learn, grow, belong&mdash;and every parent deserves the peace of mind that comes with knowing their child is in caring hands.

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