Man Drove Through Olde Mistick Village, Gets DUI

Happy Tuesday, people of Stonington-Mystic! Today, a man who drove through the Olde Mistick Village complex gets a DUI and the Mystic Whaler is headed to California.

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First, today's weather:

Breezy with plenty of sun. High: 62 Low: 53.

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Here are the top stories in Stonington-Mystic today:

1. Groton man charged with DUI after driving through interior of Olde Mistick Village (The Westerly Sun)
2. Mystic Whaler is sold, will head to California (theday.com)
3. DiCesare, Town of Stonington agree to $20000 settlement in wrongful termination lawsuit (The Westerly Sun)

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Today in Stonington-Mystic:

• Planning & Zoning Comm. Meeting - Town of Stonington (7:00 PM)
• African Dance Class with Ashley Jones (7:30 PM)

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Stonington-Mystic Patch Notebook

• Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center: "While they look interesting, it is best to appreciate Saddleback caterpillars with your eyes. Their distinct bright green and brown coloring is a warning for their potent sting, which has a reputation for being far worse than a bee sting..." (Facebook)
• Mystic Seaport Museum: "Lift your spirits👻 by joining us the week of Halloween (Oct 26-30) for an evening of outdoor fun at our Jack-O- Lantern Walk! Not only is there a spooky guided tour, but there will be hundreds of lit jack-o-lanterns displayed along the ..." (Facebook)
• Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center: "We are grateful to the 40 Cadets from the U.S. Coast Guard Academy that volunteered their time in our Giving Garden at Coogan Farm this weekend! #getnaturecentered #mysticct" (Facebook)
• Old Mystic Fire Department (Official): "Our parade route for Halloween is finally here!! We can't wait to see everyone!" (Facebook)
• Mystic Aquarium: "This Halloween, trick or treat by traveling exhibit to exhibit at Mystic Aquarium! Halloween decoration will cover campus throughout October, but only on the 30th and 31st are the sweet treats included. Snack on candy while looking for t..." (Facebook)
• North Stonington Volunteer Fire Company: "Yesterday members attended our annual Firefighter Sunday service at North Stonington Bible Chapel." (Facebook)
• Stonington Historical Society: "Eugene Phelps Edwards with his dog and cat, c. 1890s. Photograph taken at Stone Acres. Gift of Edith Paffard Simmons. #stoneacres #localhistory #pets #stoningtonct #photography #oldphotos #vintage #dog #kitten #farm #history" (Facebook)
• Mystic River Historical Society: "People in costume by a horse and wagon decorated as a float in the Connecticut Tercentenary parade in Mystic. Signs on the wagon say ANNA D and George W. Wilcox, Netting, Fishermans Supplies. Boat is named ANNA WILCOX. A stamp on back is..." (Facebook)
• Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce Tourist Information & Welcome Center: "So Good To See You In Mystic! There is so much happening this month in Mystic! Check out our 'Events Calendar' to plan your upcoming week. Don't miss the 4th Annual Mystic Film Festival happening Oct. 21-24 featuring 90 new short films, ..." (Facebook)
• Mystic & Noank Library: "Wonderful mini apple pies made by attendees of our recent Food Explorers class! We love seeing your creativity. Join us to make calzones this Friday! Register here: https://www.eventkeeper.com/code/ekform.cfm?curOrg=MYSTICNOANK&curID=534..." (Facebook)
• Stonington Human Services: "Our Halloween costume giveaway starts TODAY 🎃 Stop by Monday-Friday (9am-12pm / 1pm-3:30pm). For more information, send a direct message or call (860) 535-5015." (Facebook)
• The Stonington Free Library: "Join us for a fun Halloween story time!" (Facebook)
• Mystic & Noank Library: "Thank you to everyone who joined us for our guided tour of Bioinvasions of the Mystic River at Mystic Seaport Museum with Dr. James T. Carlton! Check out our event calendar on our website for more upcoming fall programs for both children..." (Facebook)
• The Stonington Free Library: "Starting Wednesday, October 13, our Libby/Overdrive collection will require you to enter your PIN. Even if you are already logged in to Libby/Overdrive, you will need to log in again with your PIN after October 13. If you don't remember ..." (Facebook)
• The Stonington Free Library: "Monday mornings we will post a new story time to our YouTube channel for your child to enjoy and participate in with books, short songs and finger plays. Enjoy! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg0ehX1DW-srCl9eFdluplw/playlists" (Facebook)
• The Stonington Free Library: "Need a book to read? Want to socialize a bit? Check out our November Thursday Afternoon Book Group!" (Facebook)

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