Name: Celebrating The Civilian Conservation Corps In Ct: History, Legacy & Squantz Pond Camp
Start: 2026-09-02T18:30:00-04:00
Location: The Brookfield Library

The Brookfield Library

Join author Marty Podskoch for an engaging presentation on the history and legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps in Connecticut, with a special focus on Squantz Pond Camp. This informative session explores the impactful work of the CCC as part of the America 250 celebrations at The Library. Register using the More Info Here link above.

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The Society of Creative Arts of Newtown (SCAN) will present&nbsp; Kelli Folsom demonstrating still life in oil on Wednesday August 26th
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Kelli Folsom is an academically trained artist working exclusively from life in oils. She creates museum-quality paintings combining an old master feel with rich color and painterly brushstrokes. When collecting her work you will be bringing a layer of refined beauty of the highest quality into your collection that uplifts the soul.
Kelli is an award-winning artist who at a young age is already exhibiting in museum shows and garnering attention and inclusion in some of the highest organizations in contemporary representational art like Oil Painters of America, American Women Artists, American Impressionists Society and Women Artists of the West.
She received a B.F.A. from Lyme Academy of Fine Arts in Old Lyme, CT , the first impressionist colony in the U.S. established in 1899. It is here that she studied traditional life drawing, painting, and sculpture with great emphasis on in-depth study and classical techniques and the joy of working in a direct impressionist style in nature. Every still life arrangement is set up in her north light studio and painted directly from life in a matter of one or two sittings. She paints directly so that her relationship to the subject is heightened in the moment in order to pass on that perception and experience to the viewer resulting in a painting that looks like a painting and not a photograph. Kelli chooses objects and arrangements to create the most aesthetically beautiful design and a feeling of abundance and intimacy. These arrangements are influenced by centuries of traditional still life painting from the Dutch Masters of the 1600s&nbsp; to French Academics of the 1900s.
For more information please visit her website: www.kellifolsom.com

Local Event: SCAN Presents Kelli Folsom will be Demonstrating Still Life in Oil

SCAN Presents Kelli Folsom will be...

The Society of Creative Arts of Newtown (SCAN) will present  Kelli Folsom demonstrating still life in oil on Wednesday August...

SCAN Presents Kelli Folsom will be Demonstrating Still Life in Oil

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Everyone is welcome.
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Long Island Sound

The 44th Annual WICC Surfside Hotel <a href="https://www.bluefishtournament.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth</a> returns to Long Island Sound on Saturday, August 29, with fishing officially beginning at 12:01 a.m. Anglers from Connecticut and New York will compete for bragging rights—and a $25,000 grand prize awarded to the tournament's largest bluefish.
The weekend-long tournament features more than $40,000 in total cash prizes, including:
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 <li>1st Place: $25,000</li>
 <li>2nd Place: $7,500</li>
 <li>3rd Place: $2,500</li>
 <li>Smaller cash prizes awarded through 20th Place</li>
 <li>Port Prizes awarded for the heaviest bluefish weighed at each official Connecticut and New York weigh station (see below for complete list of weigh stations)</li>
</ul>
Young anglers, 17 and under, will also have the chance to win big. The tournament will award a $1,000 cash prize to the largest bluefish caught by a youth angler. Second and third place youth winners will receive $100 gift cards.
Anglers may register online at <a href="https://www.bluefishtournament.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.bluefishtournament.com</a>&nbsp;or in person at any official tournament registration location throughout Connecticut and New York/Long Island.
Official Registration Locations:
Connecticut
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 <li>AW Marina – New London</li>
 <li>Black Hall Outfitters – Westbrook</li>
 <li>Black Rock Bait &amp; Tackle – Bridgeport</li>
 <li>Bobby J's Bait &amp; Tackle – Milford</li>
 <li>Branford Bait &amp; Tackle – Branford</li>
 <li>Dee's Bait &amp; Tackle – New Haven</li>
 <li>Fin's Bait &amp; Tackle – Clinton</li>
 <li>Fisherman's World – East Norwalk</li>
 <li>Fishin’ Factory – Milldale</li>
 <li>Hillyer's Tackle Shop – Waterford</li>
 <li>Sportsman's Den – Cos Cob</li>
 <li>Ted's Bait &amp; Tackle – Old Saybrook</li>
</ul>
New York
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 <li>Cow Harbor Bait &amp; Tackle – Northport</li>
 <li>Duffy's Bait &amp; Tackle – Glenwood Landing</li>
 <li>East Coast Fishing Supplies – Little Neck</li>
 <li>Jack's Bait &amp; Tackle – City Island</li>
 <li>Miller Place Bait &amp; Tackle – Mount Sinai</li>
 <li>Tyalure Tackle – Rye</li>
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For registration, tournament rules, weigh station information, and live updates, visit <a href="https://www.bluefishtournament.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.bluefishtournament.com</a>, follow <a href="https://www.facebook.com/bluefishtournament" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/bluefishtournament</a>, or Instagram @bluefishtournament.
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Exquisite Homes. Exceptional Agents. Every Price Point.

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At William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty’s Northern Fairfield County Regional Brokerage, we specialize in connecting buyers and sellers across the vibrant communities of Greater Danbury and beyond. From Danbury to Bethel, Brookfield, Bridgewater, New Milford, New Fairfield, Newtown, Oxford, Redding, Ridgefield, Sherman, Southbury, and Woodbury, our experienced agents bring deep local knowledge and proven results in a market known for its unique blend of small-town charm and metropolitan access. The region features some of Connecticut’s most renowned lake communities, including Candlewood Lake, Squantz Pond, Lake Lillinonah, and Lake Zoar. These areas offer exceptional waterfront living with boating, swimming, and kayaking opportunities, all just 90 minutes from New York City. Along with top-rated schools, advanced healthcare, and a thriving cultural scene, the Greater Danbury area continues to attract buyers with a wide range of needs and preferences. Whether you’re looking to buy a lakeside retreat, sell a historic home, or explore the market, our dedicated agents provide personalized guidance and strategic marketing tailored to your goals. With access to the global Sotheby’s International Realty network, we deliver unmatched exposure and expertise that help our clients achieve success. The region’s accessibility to New York City makes it ideal for commuters, second-home buyers, and investors alike. Our commitment is to make every transaction smooth and rewarding, offering a real estate experience that is professional, personal, and exceptional.

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