Pondview Racquet Club

Join us for a festive doubles tennis tournament benefiting Toys For Tots. The entry fee is $45 plus a new unwrapped toy, featuring support from Pranzi Catering and Tapped Apple Cidery &amp; Winery.

Local Event: Luck Of The Draw Doubles Tennis Tournament For Charity

Washington County

Westerly

Rhode Island

Luck Of The Draw Doubles Tennis Tournament For...

Join us for a festive doubles tennis tournament benefiting Toys For Tots. The entry fee is $45 plus a new unwrapped toy,...

Luck Of The Draw Doubles Tennis Tournament For Charity

Jay Heritage Center

The Jay Heritage Center (JHC) is proud to welcome educators and the general public to our site during September 2026, Constitution Month, to commemorate our nation’s journey towards independence and democracy. The free program is co-sponsored by the Mid-Hudson Social Studies Council. The event will be the first of many lively conversation about America at 250 with some of our country’s leading history scholars. It is open to teachers throughout the Mid Hudson and Sound Shore communities as well as Fairfield County.
Professors David Blight, Frank Cogliano, Joanne Freeman and Beverly Gage will take the stage at the new Wachenheim Center to examine the history of the nation-state and the contested nature of American national identity. The panel will discuss what the United States and the Constitution have meant to citizens over time and how that vision has changed or stayed constant. &nbsp;The event is FREE but registration is required. RSVP to Suzanne Clary at <a href="mailto:jayheritagecenter@gmail.com">jayheritagecenter@gmail.com</a>&nbsp; <a href="https://jayheritagecenter.org/2026/08/31/america-at-250-panel-for-educators-september-19th-2026/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">READ MORE ABOUT THE EVENT AND SPEAKERS HERE.</a>

Local Event: America at 250 for Educators

Westchester County

New York

America at 250 for Educators

The Jay Heritage Center (JHC) is proud to welcome educators and the general public to our site during September 2026,...

Bank Square Books

Hi Tom Verde here, a member of Writers&nbsp;for Democratic Action (https://www.writersfordemocraticaction.org/). On Saturday, Sept 19, WDA is hosting a nationwide watch party featuring an interview with Heather Cox Richardson, who will be receiving an award from the organization (https://mailchi.mp/writersfordemocraticaction/march-28-find-your-local-no-kings-event-14210171?e=80dbba1ace). The watch parties are being held at bookstores, community&nbsp;centers, homes etc. all across the country. Locally, I am organizing the CT chapter's watch&nbsp;party at Bank Square Books in Mystic (https://banksquarebooks.com/event/2026-09-19/wda-heather-cox-richardson-watch-party) I don't know if this qualifies as news or an event item, but wanted to pass it along in any case. Many thanks Tom

Local Event: Heather Cox Richardson Watch Party

New London County

Stonington-Mystic

Connecticut

Heather Cox Richardson Watch Party

Hi Tom Verde here, a member of Writers for Democratic Action (https://www.writersfordemocraticaction.org/). On Saturday, Sept...

The Velvet Mill

Come wander The Velvet Mill during our End-of-Season Indoor Sidewalk Sale!&nbsp;
Participating shops will be bringing their end-of-season sale and clearance finds out into the hallways outside their shops, creating a mill-wide, wander the halls shopping event.
Stop by, explore the mill, and discover special finds, markdowns, and promotions from participating businesses throughout the building.

Local Event: The Velvet Mill End-of-Season Indoor Sidewalk Sale

The Velvet Mill End-of-Season Indoor Sidewalk Sale

Come wander The Velvet Mill during our End-of-Season Indoor Sidewalk Sale! 
Participating shops will be bringing their...

Stonington Free Library

Bring a friend or 2 and have a blast making pin-on buttons with resident crafter, McKenna! All supplies provided. No registration required! Just stop by for some creative fun.
For more information about upcoming Crafty Companion projects, email <a href="mailto:mckenna@stoningtonfreelibrary.org">mckenna@stoningtonfreelibrary.org</a>Library programs are free and open to the public. For details on other library events, visit the <a href="https://www.stoningtonfreelibrary.org/whats-happening/events/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">SFL Event Calendar</a> online.

Local Event: Crafty Companions - Button Maker Drop-In

Crafty Companions - Button Maker Drop-In

Bring a friend or 2 and have a blast making pin-on buttons with resident crafter, McKenna! All supplies provided. No...

We're back in the library with more storytime fun. Youngsters and their families will enjoy a morning of stories, songs, and crafts. The fun starts at 10:30 every Monday morning. For details, visit the <a href="https://www.stoningtonfreelibrary.org/whats-happening/events/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">SFL Event Calendar</a> online. No registration required!

Local Event: Fall Drop-in Storytime Begins!

Fall Drop-in Storytime Begins!

We're back in the library with more storytime fun. Youngsters and their families will enjoy a morning of stories, songs, and...

The Hounds

Join us for River Jam at The Hounds with She Sings Dylan on September 22, 6-9pm. Proud to support the Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center’s dog care program.
Please bring your own chairs!
Questions, please call or text Courtney: 860-961-0246 or visit the FAQ page: 
 @thehoundsstonington &nbsp; @alwayshome119&nbsp; Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce 
#mysticriverjam #mysticdead #mysticdeadtribe #supportlocalmusic&nbsp; #mysticct mysticriverjam.com
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Local Event: She Sings Dylan at The Hounds

She Sings Dylan at The Hounds

Join us for River Jam at The Hounds with She Sings Dylan on September 22, 6-9pm. Proud to support the Pawcatuck Neighborhood...

Mystic Museum of Art

We’re going Luxe CT this month and visiting Mystic Museum of Art where we will share our dishes from Family Style by Peter Som. Free admission between 5-6pm to the special exhibition Luxe CT: Velvet Mills to Modern Runways. Books will be available at the library by August 26.Registration is required for this event. Reserve your spot <a href="https://forms.gle/JixSLVmqVLcNL1wC8" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HERE</a>.

Local Event: Cook the Book at Mystic Museum of Art

Cook the Book at Mystic Museum of Art

We’re going Luxe CT this month and visiting Mystic Museum of Art where we will share our dishes from Family Style by Peter Som....

Summer may be over but we’re still having fun at the library! Make plans to join the experts from the Citadel Game Cellar to learn to play new board games every month. You bring the vibes, we’ll bring the games and snacks! <a href="https://forms.gle/3FUu5TsbX8JSSbxV8" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">RSVP</a> to let us know you are coming. Drop-ins welcome!
Ages 16+ (with parent’s permission).For more information, email millie@stoningtonfreelibrary.org

Local Event: The Citadel at SFL - Board Game Night

The Citadel at SFL - Board Game Night

Summer may be over but we’re still having fun at the library! Make plans to join the experts from the Citadel Game Cellar to...

Today is the last day to submit your work to the 2026 LOVE&nbsp;Where You Read Poster Contest where we are highlighting America 250: Freedom to Read. Artists ages 15 &amp; up are encouraged to create inspiring, original designs that celebrate both the nation's 250th anniversary and the library as a place of opportunity, curiosity, and freedom. Designs must be two-dimensional and no larger than 11.5"x17.5". Submissions will be accepted starting September 1 through September 25. The winner and artists selected for the exhibit will be contacted by September 30. Winner will receive $250! No entry fee required. For contest details go to:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stoningtonfreelibrary.org/event/2026-love-where-you-read-freedom-to-read-poster-contest/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.stoningtonfreelibrary.org/event/2026-love-where-you-read-freedom-to-read-poster-contest/</a>Online submissions can also be sent to millie@stoningtonfreelibrary.org with the subject Line: 2026 SFL LOVE&nbsp;Where You Read/Freedom to Read.

Local Event: LAST DAY TO SUBMIT to the LOVE Where You Read Poster Contest

LAST DAY TO SUBMIT to the LOVE Where You Read...

Today is the last day to submit your work to the 2026 LOVE Where You Read Poster Contest where we are highlighting America 250:...

LAST DAY TO SUBMIT to the LOVE Where You Read Poster Contest

St. Edmund's Retreat Center, 1 Enders Island, Mystic, CT 06355

Praying With a Brush is a one-day workshop for iconographers interested in learning the basic brush skills necessary to paint an icon. You will start with a repertoire of basic calligraphic brush strokes and practice exercises using only ink and a brush. Using traditional, art historical Orthodox icons as models, you will be taught to make your own drawings. After placing an acetate transparency over the model, you will rediscover, line by line, the icon’s inner geometry, balance, order, and structure.
You will continue onto the more painterly process of modeling soft passages of tone using a dry brush technique. Using the instructor’s prepared models and exercises, you will practice creating the icon’s characteristic inner glow, building a ramp from dark to light with many transparent layers, finally reaching a bright opacity.
As you work, you will pray in a familiar way to the holy person represented in the icon. With each brush stroke, you will repeat the prayer “Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me a sinner.” Based on the prayer of the repentant publican in Luke 18:9, this practice is a cornerstone of Eastern Orthodox piety. While writing an icon, it quiets your mind and focuses your hand, and can be used as a way to pray without ceasing outside of icon painting.
This workshop can be taken on its own, or as preparation for the Essentials of Iconography workshop. It is applicable to all schools of icon painting, in all mediums.
You are welcome to start your day with Mass at 9 AM. Check in and coffee with be at 10 AM in the Sacred Art Studio.
Lunch served in the dining of the Enders House, an early 20th century arts and crafts style mansion and the oldest structure on the island.
The day will conclude at approximately 6 PM.

Local Event: Praying with a Brush: A Sacred Art Workshop

Praying with a Brush: A Sacred Art Workshop

Praying With a Brush is a one-day workshop for iconographers interested in learning the basic brush skills necessary to paint...

Sign up to participate in an ongoing, monthly meeting of the Checkmate Society. Players of all abilities in grades 6 &amp; up will enjoy some fun time in front of the chess board learning how to play and making friends. <a href="https://forms.gle/Ln1KqW2XSHxZS7kP8" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Sign-up HERE</a>.
The group will meet in the LOWER LEVEL of the Stonington Free Library monthly from 5:30-6:30 on September 29, October 20, November 17, &amp; December 15. Parents/Guardians must stay in the library.For more information on library programs, check out the <a href="https://www.stoningtonfreelibrary.org/whats-happening/events/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">SFL Event Calendar</a> online.

Local Event: The Checkmate Society - a Chess Club for grades 6 & up

The Checkmate Society - a Chess Club for grades...

Sign up to participate in an ongoing, monthly meeting of the Checkmate Society. Players of all abilities in grades 6 & up will...

The Checkmate Society - a Chess Club for grades 6 & up

Join us for another installment of SFL After Hours (21+) as we welcome paranormal expert, Jeff Belanger to the library.
For more than 25 years, Jeff Belanger has been exploring the unexplained. He’s one of the world’s foremost storytellers and researchers of lore and legends.
He’s the award-winning, Emmy-nominated host, writer, and producer of the New England Legends series on PBS and Amazon Prime and is the author of over a dozen books. He also hosts the popular New England Legends weekly podcast, which has garnered more than 6 million downloads.
Drawing from hundreds of strange tales Belanger has chronicled over the years, this program promises to be a night you won’t forget!
This program is a 21+ pay-as-you-wish event with a suggested donation of $15 featuring cider from Tapped Apple Cidery &amp; Winery and a book sale and signing by the author. Make it festive and come in costume!
Reserve your spot <a href="https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/StoningtonFreeLibrary/sflafterhours-1.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">HERE!</a>
Happy Spooky Season!

Local Event: SFL After Hours - Ghost Stories & Cider featuring Jeff Belanger 

SFL After Hours - Ghost Stories & Cider...

Join us for another installment of SFL After Hours (21+) as we welcome paranormal expert, Jeff Belanger to the library.
For...

SFL After Hours - Ghost Stories & Cider featuring Jeff Belanger 

First Congregational Church of Stonington

Join us at The First Congregational Church of Stonington, The Road Church, for our Famous Chowder Luncheon on Saturday, October 3, 2026, 11:30 am to 1:30 pm.
Gather with friends, family, and neighbors for a delicious homemade fall meal while supporting two important local organizations, Operation Fresh Start and Riverfront Children’s Center. All proceeds from the luncheon will benefit these organizations.
<h4>Chowder Luncheon Menu</h4>
For just $20, enjoy: – A bowl of your choice of New England or Rhode Island clam chowder – Autumn chopped salad – Mary’s Famous Carrot Cake
À la carte options and takeout will also be available. Hot dogs will be available for those who prefer them. Take home some of our famous chowder with a 24 oz. takeout portion for $15.
Cost: $20 per person for the luncheon. Takeout portions are $15.&nbsp;CASH or CHECK ONLY &nbsp;No credit or debit cards accepted.
The luncheon will be held on the church grounds, rain or shine.
Come early, bring your appetite, and enjoy a homemade meal while helping support our local community. Whether you dine with us or take your chowder to go, every purchase helps make a difference.
Come early before we run out!

Local Event: Share the Love of Community: Famous Chowder Luncheon

Share the Love of Community: Famous Chowder...

Join us at The First Congregational Church of Stonington, The Road Church, for our Famous Chowder Luncheon on Saturday, October...

Share the Love of Community: Famous Chowder Luncheon

Deans Mill Farm Bed & Breakfast

<h4>Celebrate all things mushroom at the Wild Mushroom Festival on Sunday, October 4!</h4>
Learn about mushroom hunting and identification through woodland walks and talks with naturalists, foragers, and mushroom experts. Expand your knowledge at the mushroom identification table while exploring tastes of mushroom-themed food and drink from local chefs. Browse the expanded Mushroom Marketplace, with artists, mycologists, foragers, crafters, growers, and chefs offering items for sale.
Entry begins promptly at 12 pm and the festival runs until 4 pm. Advanced ticket purchase is required; the festival often sells out early.Tickets:Adults:&nbsp;$36 (includes 12 food tickets, entry to all workshops and lessons, marketplace, crafts, and live music)Children:&nbsp;$18 (includes 12 food tickets, entry to all workshops and lessons, marketplace, crafts, and live music)Additional food tickets available for $1.&nbsp;Thank you for your support of Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center through your ticket purchase.

Local Event: Wild Mushroom Festival

Wild Mushroom Festival

Celebrate all things mushroom at the Wild Mushroom Festival on Sunday, October 4!
Learn about mushroom hunting and...

Join end-of-life doulas Noreen Kepple, Greta McGugan, and Lavina Kepple for a casual conversation exploring a variety of topics surrounding end-of-life care.
This month's session will feature a screening and discussion of Jason Rosenthal's inspiring TED Talk, The Journey Through Loss &amp; Grief. After the death of his wife, bestselling author Amy Krouse Rosenthal, Jason transformed his experience of profound loss into a message of hope, resilience, and healing. Through his heartfelt story, he reminds us that while grief is deeply personal, it is also possible to find meaning, joy, and light as we move forward.
We hope you'll also join us on November 12 for the final session in the series, when we'll explore compassion and the true meaning of empathy.For more information or to be added to the email list contact millie@stoningtonfreelibrary.org.

Local Event: Conversations on Death & Dying - The Journey Through Loss & Grief

Conversations on Death & Dying - The Journey...

Join end-of-life doulas Noreen Kepple, Greta McGugan, and Lavina Kepple for a casual conversation exploring a variety of topics...

Conversations on Death & Dying - The Journey Through Loss & Grief

Local author, MJ Soni will be in the library to share her debut novel&nbsp;The Masala Chai Mystery Club.&nbsp;Come and meet the author and take home a signed copy of her book.&nbsp;Manju Soni, pen name MJ Soni, <a href="https://mjsoniauthor.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://mjsoniauthor.com/</a>&nbsp; is the author of short stories and DEFYING APARTHEID, her part-memoir about being a doctor activist in apartheid South Africa.&nbsp;
Her debut mystery, THE MASALA CHAI MYSTERY CLUB, published on July 21, 2026 by Crooked Lane Books, follows a retired librarian and her chai-loving friends as they investigate the murder of their despised homeowners association president, whose death echoes that of their latest Agatha Christie book club read.This program is free and open to the public. The lecture will be followed by a book sale and signing. For more event listings visit the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stoningtonfreelibrary.org/whats-happening/events/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">SFL Event Calendar</a>&nbsp;online.

Local Event: Chai, Crimes & Chat with MJ Soni

Chai, Crimes & Chat with MJ Soni

Local author, MJ Soni will be in the library to share her debut novel The Masala Chai Mystery Club. Come and meet the author...

Sign up to participate in an ongoing, monthly meeting of the Checkmate Society. Players of all abilities in grades 6 &amp; up will enjoy some fun time in front of the chess board learning how to play and making friends. <a href="https://forms.gle/Ln1KqW2XSHxZS7kP8" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Sign-up HERE</a>.
The group will meet in the LOWER LEVEL of the Stonington Free Library monthly from 5:30-6:30 on September 29, October 20, November 17, &amp; December 15. Parents/Guardians must stay in the library.
For more information on library programs, visit the <a href="https://www.stoningtonfreelibrary.org/whats-happening/events/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">SFL Event Calendar</a> online.

Rum Tropic Distillery

Join us for a spirited evening of connection, messages, and mystery at Rum Tropic Distillery! Just in time for the Halloween season, join Tracy Ann, Psychic Medium for an evening of readings at Rum Tropic Distillery at the Velvet Mill, 22 Bayview Ave., Unit 47, Stonington, CT on Friday, October 23, 2026 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Tracy is a psychic medium who can connect to your loved ones in spirit. The loss of her son to cancer was the catalyst to use her ability to help others who also grieve. Messages from the Spirit World are amazing and come from a higher perspective and always guided by LOVE.Rum Tropic Distillery is a small batch cane distillery located in the desirable and the historic Velvet Mill in Stonington, CT. Proudly, Rum Tropic Distillery is known for its tropical vibes and award-winning spirits and has made the list of finalists for best distillery for CT Magazine's "Best of CT!" There will be light refreshments and select rum cocktails for purchase as well as bottles to purchase!Though a reading is not guaranteed, the intent is to make as many connections as possible. Ticket sales are final and nonrefundable, $44.52 per ticket. Call owner, Kelly at (860) 579-4970 or Tracy (860) 218-5040 with any questions. Parking lot has ample parking. Handicap accessible.

Local Event: Spirits & Spirits: A Halloween Mediumship Experience

Spirits & Spirits: A Halloween Mediumship...

Join us for a spirited evening of connection, messages, and mystery at Rum Tropic Distillery! Just in time for the Halloween...

Spirits & Spirits: A Halloween Mediumship Experience

Make an appointment to meet with CHOICES Counselor with Senior Resources Agency on Aging in Norwich, Christine DeMattia for a one-on-one session to answer all your questions about Medicare Open Enrollment. <a href="https://form.jotform.com/262444907465060" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Registration is required</a>.For more program information, visit the <a href="https://www.stoningtonfreelibrary.org/whats-happening/events/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">SFL Event Calendar</a>&nbsp;online.

Local Event: One-on-one Assistance with Medicare Enrollment

One-on-one Assistance with Medicare Enrollment

Make an appointment to meet with CHOICES Counselor with Senior Resources Agency on Aging in Norwich, Christine DeMattia for a...

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Masonicare

Headquartered in Connecticut and founded in 1898, Masonicare is the state’s only not-for-profit, fully integrated senior care continuum, guided by a longstanding, mission-driven commitment to enhancing quality of life for older adults. Masonicare offers vibrant residential communities and a comprehensive range of health and wellness services designed to promote independence, longevity, and purposeful living. Its statewide continuum includes independent living, assisted living services, skilled nursing, medical and non-medical home health, hospice, adaptive memory care, acute inpatient and outpatient senior behavioral health, outpatient rehabilitation, and audiology services, redefining how aging is experienced by advancing proactive wellness, integrated care, and meaningful connection at every stage of life.

New Haven County

Vincent Salzo

Wallingford

Headquartered in Connecticut and founded in 1898, Masonicare is the state’s only not-for-profit, fully integrated senior care continuum, guided by...

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...

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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.

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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Saturday, September 19

Luck Of The Draw Doubles Tennis Tournament For Charity

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12:00 PM

Pondview Racquet Club, 252 Shore Rd, Westerly, RI

America at 250 for Educators

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Jay Heritage Center, 210 Boston Post Rd, Rye, NY

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Luck Of The Draw Doubles Tennis Tournament For Charity

America at 250 for Educators

Masonicare

Werrlein Companies

California Closets

Deans Mill Farm