News From The Mystic Seaport Museum + Election Workers Sought

Hey, neighbors! Today, there's a lot going on at the Mystic Seaport Museum and the town of Stonington is seeking poll workers for Election Day.

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First, today's weather:

Increasingly windy. High: 72 Low: 51.

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Here are the top stories in Stonington-Mystic today:

1. The Day - Caulking the ship at Mystic Seaport - News from southeastern Connecticut (theday.com)
2. Former crew member gives insider's look at Viking longship at Mystic Seaport (theday.com)
3. Town Of Stonington: Poll Workers Needed For Election Day, Tuesday, November 2, 2021 (Press Release Desk)
4. The Day - Sharpe runs wild as Killingly beats Stonington 32-7 - News from southeastern Connecticut (theday.com)
5. Throw out the records as D-II rivals Stonington, Waterford tie in girls' soccer (theday.com)
6. Whetting your appetite for Chefs, Cocktails and Conversation (theday.com)
7. Best of CT: Connecticut Magazine's picks for best shopping in the state, 2021 (CT Insider)

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Today in Stonington-Mystic:

• Annual Sale in the Borough (9:00 AM)
• Paint with Natural Colors - Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center (10:00 AM)
• Discovery - Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center (10:00 AM)
• Fall Mushroom Hunting in Southern New England (1:00 PM)
• Digital Program: Food Explorer's Baking Class for Kids (1:00 PM)
• Jester Jim Show for Families - Mystic and Noank Library (3:00 PM)

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Stonington-Mystic Patch Notebook

• Mystic Aquarium: "Take a minute out of your busy schedule to slow down and relax with these amazing Pacific sea nettles." (Facebook)
• Mystic Seaport Museum: "~ Photo of the Week ~ Meet VIREO. Purchased in 1920 by Franklin D. Roosevelt who was looking for a boat to teach his five children his favorite pastime of sailing. Soon after this purchase, he was paralyzed by polio. #storyboats #vireo #..." (Facebook)
• Mystic Seaport Museum: "Members, are you interested in learning more about the on-going work in the Shipyard? Join us for this special virtual look where Chris Gasiorek, VP of Watercraft Preservation and Programming, will introduce Chris Sanders, Director of th..." (Facebook)
• stoningtonvineyards: "TGIF! Looking for something to do this weekend? Stop by the vineyard and admire this view while it lasts!😍🍁🍂 We are open 11-5pm daily!" (Instagram)
• Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center: "#MushroomWeek spotlight. Reishi mushrooms are a type of bracket fungus. There are two species that can be found growing in New England. The first is saprobic and grows almost exclusively on dead hemlock and firs, breaking down dead organ..." (Facebook)
• Stonington Community Center: "Pumpkin volcanoes?…yes, please! 🎃 🌋 #comopreschool #naeycaccredited #earlychildhoodeducation #preschoolandpumpkins #pumpkinscience #handsonlearning #comoeducation #socool #comounity" (Instagram)
• Mystic Seaport Museum: "Become a marine science explorer! The Museum is offering a homeschool program for children ages 8-14 starting on Nov. 2. Students will participate in marine science activities on the Mystic River and examine their findings. Learn more an..." (Facebook)
• Stonington Historical Society: "John Mott Denison (1852-1924), was the son of John Watt Denison and Frances Albert Stanton. He married Annie Mason Smith in 1876 and spent his life in Stonington, working first as a tin smith, and later as a plumber. John and Annie had t..." (Facebook)
• Mystic & Noank Library: "Thank you to Lisa Hill for another wonderful display in our Children's Room!" (Facebook)
• The Stonington Free Library: "Are you looking for a Halloween costume? We think this is perfect! Just don't use one of our books to create the wings :-)" (Facebook)
• Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce Tourist Information & Welcome Center: "So Good To See You In Mystic! Keep your boat in the water for the Holiday Lighted Boat Parade happening Saturday November 27th at 6PM! Boats are judged on creativity and team spirit, with prizes offered in five categories: 'Most Charisma..." (Facebook)
• Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center: "Looking for something fun and unique to do this weekend? Sign up for our Mushroom Trail on Sunday, October 17 from 1 - 3 pm. Come learn about local mushrooms on this self-paced hike on the trails at DPNC. Once you complete your walk, sto..." (Facebook)
• Mystic & Noank Library: "Join us today at 4:45 for an in-person Guided Tour of Bioinvasions of the Mystic River at Mystic Seaport! You've learned all about the impact of invasive species on the Mystic River Estuary, now join us for a Guided Tour of the Mystic Ri..." (Facebook)
• Stonington Village Farmers' Market: "Stop by the Stonington Village Improvement Association - SVIA tent at the market on Saturday! We received a new order of t-shirts and sweatshirts. We have filled in sizes and added new colors to choose from! Enjoy live music while you sh..." (Facebook)
• Stonington Borough, CT: "This weekend is Sale in the Borough! Keep an eye out for sidewalk chalk sailboats. If there's a sail, there's a sale!" (Facebook)
• Stonington Community Center: "Girls in grades 4-6 who are looking for more opportunities to develop their skills on the courts, can tryout for a new girls travel basketball team next weekend! Tryouts are free and will be held in the COMO gym. 🏀" (Facebook)
• Mystic & Noank Library: "Join us tomorrow at 1 PM to make mini apple pies with Food Explorers! Exploring food encourages children to learn through sensory experiences, hands-on activities and working together to create delicious results. Register here: https://w..." (Facebook)
• The Stonington Free Library: "Join the discussion at Stonington Human Services Friday, October 15th @ 12. "This epic novel spans decades and crosses continents following two young people as they flee the aftermath of the Spanish Civil War in search of a place to call..." (Facebook)
• Mystic & Noank Library: "From vampires to campfires, Kanopy Fright Fest is highlighting the best of horror this October! Check out Kanopy by going to https://mysticnoanklibrary.kanopy.com/. #KanopyFrightFest" (Facebook)

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