Name: Connecticut Maritime Heritage Festival
Start: 2026-09-12T10:00:00-04:00
Location: Waterfront Park, New London

Waterfront Park, New London

From a 300-drone light show and a Coast Guard helicopter water rescue demonstration to Tall Ship tours, a Little Mermaids and Privateers parade, and the Burning of Benedict Arnold, the 2026 Connecticut Maritime Heritage Festival will have something for everyone.

Local Event: Connecticut Maritime Heritage Festival

New London County

Chris Rhatigan 

Hartford Metropolitan Area

New London

Connecticut

Connecticut Maritime Heritage Festival

From a 300-drone light show and a Coast Guard helicopter water rescue demonstration to Tall Ship tours, a Little Mermaids and...

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Shoreline Reggaefest

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Spark Makerspace

Learn how to Screen Print at Spark in this 2-part beginner class!
This two-part class is Wednesday, September 9th, 6-7:30p, and Thursday, September 10th, 6-8:30p at Spark Makerspace, 7 Union St., New London, CT.
Learn
 how to Screen Print at Spark! We'll take you through the whole process 
of creating a one-color print, and you'll take home prints of your own 
design! This class covers successful design elements, creating the 
screen using the photographic process, printing on fabric and paper, and
 how to reuse your silkscreen.
For Members, this class will certify you to use the screen-printing equipment independently.
This class is intended for students ages 14+.
All materials included. This class is made possible by the support of The Dime Bank Foundation and Charter Oak Federal Credit Union. 
Get tickets today; sales end 5 days before class! Class Fee is non-refundable. Please plan accordingly.

Local Event: Intro to Screen Printing (2-part) 9/9 & 9/10

Intro to Screen Printing (2-part) 9/9 & 9/10

Learn how to Screen Print at Spark in this 2-part beginner class!
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Join Radiotricity for a special 30th Anniversary Show featuring special guests The Dylan Read Band. This incredible live performance is billed as being (Re)born to Save the Human Race and tickets are available for just $10 at the gate.

Local Event: Radiotricity

Radiotricity

Join Radiotricity for a special 30th Anniversary Show featuring special guests The Dylan Read Band. This incredible live...

Learn woodworking skills and build an outdoor folding chair in a day!
No prior woodworking experience is required.
Build
 an outdoor folding chair in a day! Students will cut and drill parts to
 create a folding chair, commonly called a Kentucky Stick Chair. The 
chair, made out of cedar, is ideal for sitting on a porch or at the 
beach on a summer day. -Students will spend the day laying out, cutting,
 and drilling more than 40 parts to make the complete chair. The 
finished chairs will be taken home at the end of the day.
-Due to 
the use of cedar, a lung irritant, N95 masks will be required in the 
shop during the class. The class fee includes the cost of a mask, but 
students are encouraged to bring a well-fitted N95 mask or equivalent 
respirator.
This class is aimed at novice woodworkers.
18+
For
 Spark Members: After successful completion, members will be able to use
 the chop saw, drill press, and router table independently. Thanks to 
the generous support of the Frank Loomis Palmer Fund, Bank of America, 
N.A., Trustee, the price of our certification classes has been greatly 
subsidized. Making them more affordable to our membership.
"All materials included.
This class is made possible by the support of The Dime Bank Foundation and Charter Oak Federal Credit Union.
Get tickets today, sales end 5 days prior to class!
Class Fee is non-refundable. Please plan accordingly."

Local Event: Woodshop Basics- Kentucky Stick Chair Class

Woodshop Basics- Kentucky Stick Chair Class

Learn woodworking skills and build an outdoor folding chair in a day!
No prior woodworking experience is required.
Build
 an...

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Test your knowledge at this exciting trivia event featuring a pasta dinner and a cash bar. Entry includes dinner! Teams are limited to a maximum of 6 players, and tickets are just $10 for YNP&nbsp;mailing list members (sign up to be a part of the mailing list at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.yankeenp.org/join-us.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">yankeenp.org/join-us.html).</a>

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New England Trivia!

Test your knowledge at this exciting trivia event featuring a pasta dinner and a cash bar. Entry includes dinner! Teams are...

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A great class for beginners! Create
 a “propagation station” to root your plant cuttings or elegantly show 
off a single flower. Choose from a large selection of pre-cut premium 
quality art glass in a myriad of colors. No glass cutting is required in
 this beginner-level workshop. Clear plastic tube can be easily removed 
to clean or change water. Approx. size: 5” x 7”. Come make one of your 
own! Please note: sufficient hand dexterity and the ability to 
stand while working with tools are required. There will be a class 
break; bringing a snack/lunch is encouraged. Closed-toed shoes must be 
worn. Sign up today! Get Tickets Today! Class Fee is non-refundable. Please plan accordingly.
.Ages 16+
All materials included.
This class is made possible by the support of The Dime Bank Foundation and Charter Oak Federal Credit Union.

Local Event: Stained Glass Class - Plant Propagation Station (Beginners)

Stained Glass Class - Plant Propagation Station...

Take this beginner-level Stained Glass workshop and create a Plant Propagation Station.
A great class for beginners! Create
 a...

Stained Glass Class - Plant Propagation Station (Beginners)

Create
 and print a single-color linocut print of your own design! Features an 
introduction to the printing press (certification for members)
This beginner-friendly class is
 an introduction to the relief process, the technique used in the oldest
 forms of printmaking. By creating a single-color linocut print, you 
will learn the basics of relief printing. We will explore types of 
carving blocks, inks, and papers, and you will learn how to prepare your
 carving block, transfer your design, and carve and ink the block. You 
will make several prints, both by handprinting and using the printing 
press. (After this class, members will be certified to use the press for
 relief printing.)
Please read through the relief printing handout (found<a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZIdbivWF_zVy7_nQBSp9lS8wLMfvIbBH/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"> here</a>) before class, and bring a simple design no larger than 5x8 inches. A good beginner design has a bold image, thick lines, and no fine details.
 Keeping it simple will help you avoid frustration and allow you to 
focus on the fundamentals of printmaking. You can find some great ideas 
by searching for free black and white vector art. Several design options
 will also be available to choose from in class.
Certification for Members: Printing Press&nbsp;
Members who demonstrate proper use of the printing press can be certified for independent access to the tool.
Thanks to the generous support of the Frank Loomis Palmer Fund, Bank of America, N.A., Trustee, the price of our certification classes has been greatly subsidized. Making them more affordable to our membership.
All Materials included.
Get your tickets today!
Ages: 15+
Please note that the class fee is non-refundable. Plan accordingly.

Local Event: Relief Printing 101

Relief Printing 101

Create
 and print a single-color linocut print of your own design! Features an 
introduction to the printing press...

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Montville

Stonington-Mystic

The Lymes

Norwich

Washington County

Westerly

Rhode Island

Middlesex County

Essex-Chester-Deep River

Hopkinton

Jay Estate

The Jay Heritage Center in Rye, New York will celebrate America at 250 with a toast to Jay Medal honorees Pulitzer Prize-winning author Annette Gordon-Reed, the Carl M. Loeb University Professor at Harvard University and award-winning Lincoln historian Harold Holzer.
The Jay Medal for Service was created in 2012 to recognize individuals who demonstrate a selfless spirit of commitment to and engagement with their community mirroring the multifaceted contributions of John Jay and his descendants. These honorees have demonstrated through their life's work that our shared narratives as a country, complicated as they are, can be better illuminated through the highest caliber of ongoing scholarship and advocacy. Honorees are selected for their excellence in the fields of American history, environmental stewardship, social justice or civic engagement.
Joining the celebration will be Chief Judge of the State of New York and the New York Court of Appeals, Honorable Rowan D. Wilson and historian and philanthropist Elihu Rose who will present the awards at JHC's annual Soirée. Special guests will include David Blight, Frank Cogliano, Joanne Freeman, and Beverly Gage.

The Jay Medal Soirée will be held Saturday, September 19, 2026 at the Jay Estate from 5:30-9:30pm. Cocktails, dinner, award ceremony and dancing. Cocktail Attire.
<a href="https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/hh4hwzr/lp/2df39049-73d1-4b5e-8196-3cbfafe00fd4" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">PURCHASE ADVANCE TABLES AND TICKETS HERE</a> Scroll down for more info about tables and tickets. Request a print invitation by emailing <a href="mailto:jayheritagecenter@gmail.com" target="_blank">jayheritagecenter@gmail.com</a>

Local Event: Jay Medal Soirée

Westchester County

New York

Jay Medal Soirée

The Jay Heritage Center in Rye, New York will celebrate America at 250 with a toast to Jay Medal honorees Pulitzer...

Werrlein Companies

The Werrlein Companies is your go-to provider for premium Home Services and Construction in the Southeastern CT and Rhode Island area. Our comprehensive range of services includes routine maintenance, repairs, new installations, remodeling, and full-service design &amp; build. Our goal is to provide our customers with the best possible service at a fair price, and we stand behind our work with a satisfaction guarantee. If you’re looking for a reliable and trustworthy home service, look no further than The Werrlein Companies. Serving Mystic-Stonington and the Southern Rhode Island areas.

The Werrlein Companies is your go-to provider for premium Home Services and Construction in the Southeastern CT and Rhode Island area. Our...

We're offering a 200-hour yoga teacher training! 

Yo! Barre, LLC

Yo! Barre is a boutique yoga, Barre, mat Pilates, sound bath, hypnotherapy,  and Reiki studio. We offer all-level, intimate, personalized classes to help you reach your holistic wellness goals. We believe nurturing the body mind connection is the pathway to greater health and happiness. 💖

Yo! Barre is a boutique yoga, Barre, mat Pilates, sound bath, hypnotherapy, and Reiki studio. We offer all-level, intimate, personalized classes to...

Custom Storage Solutions for the Whole Home

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.

Fairfield County

Hayleigh Evans

Monroe

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

Rustic-chic private farm venue in scenic Stonington, CT 

Deans Mill Farm 

Built in the mid-1700s as a functioning livestock farm, Deans Mill Farm has gone through an evolution in recent decades. A full renovation of the historic buildings and rejuvenation of the surrounding 70+ acres has made the property into the incredible venue it is today. Deans Mill Farm now operates primarily as a private event space and five-room bed and breakfast tucked down a private road in Stonington, Connecticut. It shares its property with Dragonfly Equestrian Center and is home to dozens of horses. On the property lies meadows, hiking trails, beautiful fields and Dragonfly Disc Golf. The property can be rented for weddings, birthday parties and other special events. Additionally, the bed and breakfast can be rented by the room or reserved in its entirety for complete privacy. The Farm has the ability to host small private indoor events for up to 50 guests in the Farmhouse. Outdoor tented events are our specialty, with numerous locations on-site that are picturesque for your celebration. Outdoor tented celebrations can accommodate up to 250 guests.

Built in the mid-1700s as a functioning livestock farm, Deans Mill Farm has gone through an evolution in recent decades. A full renovation of the...

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