Name: Mayor's Tree Lighting
Start: 2026-12-05T16:30:00-05:00
Location: Cromwell Town Green

Cromwell Town Green

Experience an evening filled with holiday magic and cheer at this festive town celebration. The event features caroling with hot cocoa and cookies, a petting zoo, food trucks, a photo booth, and the arrival of Santa Claus.

Local Event: Mayor's Tree Lighting

Middlesex County

Chris Dehnel

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Middletown

Connecticut

Mayor's Tree Lighting

Experience an evening filled with holiday magic and cheer at this festive town celebration. The event features caroling with...

Middletown House Concert Series presents

The trio of artists that is The Refugees emerged on the music scene as a verifiably unmatched force of talent, diversity, and experience. Each successful in their own right as a solo artist, Cidny Bullens, Deborah Holland and Wendy Waldman formed their unique and innovative group in 2007 and since that time have been wowing audiences, radio DJs, and music critics alike with their soaring harmonies, indelible musicianship, and unforgettably humorous stage presence.
Individually, The Refugees have logged almost five decades in the industry, with more than twenty solo albums and multiple Grammy Award nominations to their credit, featuring musical styles that blend country, rock, folk, blues and Americana. To describe them as eclectic would be an understatement. These three artists have utilized their intense drive and relentless passions to create an entirely new sound. They have produced four critically acclaimed albums—Unbound, Three, How Far It Goes, and 2024’s gem California. To commemorate The Refugees 20th anniversary, they are releasing a “best of” album that will include several new songs in January 2027.
They continue to tour around the country and together have become a songwriting force sought after by some of music’s top artists and songwriters.Suggested donation: $35
For reservations and directions, please call Jody Cormack 860-983-7963
or email jcormack@wesleyan.edu

Local Event: The Refugees

The Refugees

The trio of artists that is The Refugees emerged on the music scene as a verifiably unmatched force of talent, diversity, and...

The greenhouse is open every Saturday 11am-2pm but will be closed on Dec. 5, 26 and Jan 2.

Local Event: Urban Greenhouse Public Hours

Urban Greenhouse Public Hours

The greenhouse is open every Saturday 11am-2pm but will be closed on Dec. 5, 26 and Jan 2.

Lyman Orchards Apple Barrel Farm Market

<h3>Buy your holiday gifts and support the next generation of young entrepreneurs!</h3>
The Kids 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.
<a target="_blank" href="https://kidsmarkets.com/markets/middlefield-5" rel="nofollow noopener">Sign Up Now</a>
<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 visit to Lyman Orchards.
While you're here, you can 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: Holiday Kids Market at Lyman Orchards

Seeds to Success: Holiday Kids Market at Lyman...

Buy your holiday gifts and support the next generation of young entrepreneurs!
The Kids Market is an award-winning program that...

Seeds to Success: Holiday Kids Market at Lyman Orchards

Come to Lyman Orchards at the Apple Barrel Farm Market for a day of shopping on Saturday, November 7th from 11 AM - 2 PM!
The Lit Stop is a mobile bookstore bringing books, local authors, and unique bookish experiences directly into the community. Readers can step aboard the book truck, browse a curated selection of books for children and adults, discover independent and local authors, and find their next great read. The Lit Stop also features rotating local author appearances and book signing throughout the event, giving guests the opportunity to meet authors, purchased signed books, and support Connecticut's growing literary community.
In addition to The Lit Stop, Kids Market will be joining us with fun shopping opportunities with booths run by kids!
Come browse, shop, meet local authors and enjoy a fun day at Lyman Orchards!

Local Event: The Lit Stop: Mobile Bookstore

The Lit Stop: Mobile Bookstore

Come to Lyman Orchards at the Apple Barrel Farm Market for a day of shopping on Saturday, November 7th from 11 AM - 2 PM!
The...

Notre Dame Church, 272 Main St, Durham, CT 06422

<blockquote><blockquote>WELCOME TO OUR Fall Bake Sale and Craft Fair at Notre Dame Church, 272 Main St., Durham on&nbsp;&nbsp;Saturday, November 7&nbsp;from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.&nbsp;&nbsp;Join us for shopping and fun. &nbsp;We have delicious home baked goods and a variety of crafts for your seasonal decor, gifts and other unique items.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; Refreshments will be available for purchase in our Church Hall kitchen.&nbsp; &nbsp;Let us have a fun day of shopping&nbsp;and fellowship! &nbsp;Thank you for your support.</blockquote></blockquote>

Local Event: Notre Dame Church Fall Bake Sale and Craft Fait

Notre Dame Church Fall Bake Sale and Craft Fait

WELCOME TO OUR Fall Bake Sale and Craft Fair at Notre Dame Church, 272 Main St., Durham on  Saturday, November 7 from 9 a.m. to...

Join us on Sunday mornings for a warm, accessible, and supportive community gathering rooted in mindfulness, compassion, and everyday Buddhist wisdom. These meetings offer a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds—newcomers and long-time practitioners alike—to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with what truly matters.
Open to everyone, including first-timers and seasoned practitioners, we warmly welcome you to explore and grow with us.



WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND that you give yourself time to arrive in-person before the 9 a.m. meeting.
Our Location: Our location is unequaled in Connecticut, which includes quiet sitting meditation in front of the Shôyôan Teien Zen garden and a traditional Japanese style tatami room.
Parking: Free street parking on Washington Terrace but there is also parking on Mt. Vernon Street which is the side street, next to the center.
Meeting Rules: In order to maintain a harmonious and respectful environment, practice kind speech, be courteous, and abstain from talking about current politics or display or wear political or offensive symbols or imagery. Those unable to follow these rules will be asked to promptly leave.
Suggested Donation: $10 -$20 (cash or check) to help cover costs for our Wesleyan expenses, internet services, our extensive outreach efforts, Meetup, and standard operating costs. Checks are payable to BFF of CT. Thank you in advance for your generous support.
What to Expect? To learn more about our Meditation &amp; Talk Sundays, visit our FAQ: Sunday Meetings web page <a href="https://bffct.org/bff/etiquette/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">HERE</a>.

Local Event: Meditation & Talk Sundays

Meditation & Talk Sundays

Join us on Sunday mornings for a warm, accessible, and supportive community gathering rooted in mindfulness, compassion, and...

CT State Community College Middlesex

November 2, 2026 –January 15, 2027Opening Reception on Monday, November 9, 4:30-6:30pm.


Allison Riback McLaughlin’s paintings and drawings capture the quiet rhythms of life in rural Connecticut. In “Tones of Home,” human and animal subjects inhabit serene interiors and bucolic landscapes. The autobiographical nature of Allison’s work offers a glimpse into a private world, where deep connections to family and place are carefully observed and preserved. While her compositions, poses, and iconography subtly reference Renaissance and Regionalist traditions, Allison’s meticulously rendered imagery rewards viewers with intimate scenes that resonate with warmth, familiarity, and a strong sense of belonging.

Allison is an adjunct studio art instructor at CT State Middlesex and Sacred Heart University. She received a Master of Fine Arts degree from the New York Academy of Art and a Bachelor of Arts in Art &amp; Design from Sacred Heart University. Her work has been exhibited throughout Connecticut and New York City.



Pegasus Gallery is located within the library on the first floor of Chapman Hall.&nbsp;Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8:30 am - 7 pm, Friday: 8:30 am – 4 pm. When classes are in session.




CT State Community College Middlesex
Chapman Hall
100 Training Hill Road
Middletown, CT 06457

Local Event: Allison Riback McLaughlin: "Tones of Home" in Pegasus Gallery

Allison Riback McLaughlin: "Tones of Home" in...

November 2, 2026 –January 15, 2027Opening Reception on Monday, November 9, 4:30-6:30pm.


Allison Riback McLaughlin’s paintings...

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