Kathleen E. Goodwin Elementary School

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Join us for the 8th annual National Drive Electric Month (NDEM) event at Kathleen E. Goodwin School, 80 Old Boston Post Road, Old Saybrook, CT 06475, on Saturday, 10 October 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. At this event, experienced electric vehicle (EV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) owners will show their cars and share how they drive and charge their vehicles. Auto dealers will showcase some of the latest EV and PHEV models. Available to all attendees will be handouts about many of the newest EV models and charging options as well as up-to-date information about rebates from the State of Connecticut&nbsp;and from Eversource Energy. <a href="https://driveelectricmonth.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">National Drive Electric Month</a> (11 September to 12 October, 2026) events occur nationwide to raise awareness of the benefits of driving all-electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles. Visit the 2026 Old Saybrook NDEM web page for more details:<a href="https://driveelectricmonth.org/event?eventid=5321" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> https://driveelectricmonth.org/event?eventid=4833</a>

Local Event: Electrify Your Drive! Free EV Car Show in Old Saybrook

Middlesex County

Old Saybrook

Connecticut

Electrify Your Drive! Free EV Car Show in Old...


Join us for the 8th annual National Drive Electric Month (NDEM) event at Kathleen E. Goodwin School, 80 Old Boston Post Road,...

Electrify Your Drive! Free EV Car Show in Old Saybrook

Martin-Bishop Field

Been to an Oktoberfest already this year? There's always room for one more! Saturday, October 10 · 12–7 PM · Martin-Bishop (Fireman's) Field, Guilford
Edelweiss Lodge No. 31 (Order of Hermann Sons) invites you to an afternoon of German-Austrian-Tyrolean music, dancing, games and German-style beer, and every ticket supports Guilford VFW Post 7666 and our local veterans. 
12–2 PM: Strolling accordionist Richard Cartier 2–7 PM: The Austrian Boys, live on stage All day: Schuhplattler dancing by H.S.V. Bavaria, who have performed at the Oktoberfest in Munich All day: Games with prizes: Maßkrugstemmen (stein holding), Nageln (hammer striking), best Dirndl &amp; Lederhosen, Oktoberfest trivia Kids &amp; families: coloring and activity tables, kids' costume contest, swings and slide, horseshoes, basketball and volleyball Beer sponsor: East Rock Brewing Company
ADMISSION Adults 21+: $20. Buy in advance and your first drink is FREE (gate price $20, no free drink) Ages 15–20: $5 · Under 15: FREE
Tickets: <a href="https://ticketsignup.io/TicketEvent/EdelweissLodgeOktoberfest" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">ticketsignup.io/TicketEvent/EdelweissLodgeOktoberfest</a> More info: <a href="https://edelweisslodge.org/oktoberfest/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">edelweisslodge.org/oktoberfest/</a>
Rain or shine · Cards accepted · No pets · No outside alcohol

Local Event: Oktoberfest: A Fundraiser for Guilford VFW Post 7666

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Guilford

Oktoberfest: A Fundraiser for Guilford VFW Post...

Been to an Oktoberfest already this year? There's always room for one more!  Saturday, October 10 · 12–7 PM · Martin-Bishop...

Oktoberfest: A Fundraiser for Guilford VFW Post 7666

First Church of Christ, Congregational, 499 Town St, East Haddam, CT, 06423

The tradition continues this Columbus Day weekend with the 30th Anniversary Quilt and Needle Arts Show at First Church of Christ in East Haddam. Set inside the church’s historic 1794 Meetinghouse, the show will feature distinctive textile works of art, including one-of-a-kind quilts and needle art pieces. Visitors can browse the latest offerings from our wonderful vendors, shop the First Church boutique, and enjoy homemade soups and pies in the café.
Featured Saturday Presentation -Join us Saturday at 11:00 a.m. for a special presentation by Susi Ryan, Fiber Artist, Author, Speaker, Historical Interpreter, and Sustainable Food Grower. Her talk, The Healing Qualities of Quilt Making, explores the medical, physical, and spiritual benefits of quilt making, along with the history of textiles and natural dyes, including indigo.
Raffle Prizes -Be sure to purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win one of four prizes: First prize: the 30th anniversary queen-size quilt, “Garden Block Party”, $500 Shagbark gift card, $150 Shell gift card, $75 Stitch Chicks gift card. The raffle drawing will take place at 3:45 p.m. on Sunday, October 11.
Enter Your Quilt or Needle Art- To enter your quilt or needle art in the show, visit our website for an application: <a href="https://www.firstchurchehct.org/30th-annual-quilt-show" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">30th Annual Quilt Show — FirstChurchEHCT.org</a>. You may also email contact@firstchurcheh.org for additional information.
Show Hours:&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Saturday 10/10/2026&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 10am to 5pm&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Sunday 10/11/2026&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Noon to 4pm
Admission: $10, Seniors 65 &amp; over $8
Plenty of free parking.&nbsp; Handicap accessible

Local Event: 30th Anniversary Quilt & Needle Arts Show

The Haddams-Killingworth

30th Anniversary Quilt & Needle Arts Show

The tradition continues this Columbus Day weekend with the 30th Anniversary Quilt and Needle Arts Show at First Church of...

Living Rock Church-Killingworth

Mark your calendars and join us for a fun-filled Fall Festival at Living Rock Church!We’re planning an afternoon and evening full of food, fellowship, and fall fun for the whole family! Enjoy a cornhole tournament, tractor rides, a bonfire, and s’mores around the fire pit, plus plenty of time to relax and enjoy the evening together.We’ll provide burgers and hot dogs, with food served until 7 PM. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share—dinner will be potluck-style!Bring your family, invite a friend, and come enjoy a fun fall evening with us!

Local Event: Fall Festival

Fall Festival

Mark your calendars and join us for a fun-filled Fall Festival at Living Rock Church!We’re planning an afternoon and evening...

East Haddam Historical Society

Early Bird Fee Ends Tonight!&nbsp;Hale n' Hearty Party&nbsp;Fall Fundraiser Gala &amp; Celebration,&nbsp;October 10, 2026 - 6:00 - 9:30 PM.&nbsp;Early Bird ticket price of $50 ends at midnight tonight!&nbsp;Tickets are $55 starting tomorrow.






You won't want to miss this great event! Enjoy hand-crafted pizzas hot from the oven of Frank Andrews' Mobile Kitchen and delicious appetizers from Cafe' Laurel. You can bid on beautiful silent auction baskets and dance to the swinging sounds of the <a href="https://www.cherrypieband.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Cherry Pie Band</a>. Purchase tickets at www.easthaddamhistory.org.&nbsp;

Local Event: Hale n' Hearty Party Fundraiser & Celebration

Hale n' Hearty Party Fundraiser & Celebration

Early Bird Fee Ends Tonight! Hale n' Hearty Party Fall Fundraiser Gala & Celebration, October 10, 2026 - 6:00 - 9:30 PM. Early...

St John's Episcopal Church

The public is invited to join us as we honor and remember Thomas Sobuck, a young Nehantic mariner who was indentured to one of the founding members of St. John's in Essex. The Witness Stones project seeks to recognize those who were enslaved and to tell their stories. This is the third Witness Stone to be placed at St. John's. Members of the Nehantic community will be present to give thanks for the life and memory of one of their own.

Local Event: Placing of a Witness Stone

Essex-Chester-Deep River

Placing of a Witness Stone

The public is invited to join us as we honor and remember Thomas Sobuck, a young Nehantic mariner who was indentured to one of...

First Church of Christ, Congregational in East Haddam

The tradition continues this Columbus Day weekend with the 30th Anniversary Quilt and Needle Arts Show at First Church of Christ in East Haddam. Set inside the church’s historic 1794 Meetinghouse, the show will feature distinctive textile works of art, including one-of-a-kind quilts and needle art pieces. Visitors can browse the latest offerings from our wonderful vendors, shop the First Church boutique, and enjoy homemade soups and pies in the café.
Raffle Prizes -Be sure to purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win one of four prizes: First prize: the 30th anniversary queen-size quilt, “Garden Block Party”, $500 Shagbark gift card, $150 Shell gift card, $75 Stitch Chicks gift card. The raffle drawing will take place at 3:45 p.m. on Sunday, October 11.
Enter Your Quilt or Needle Art- To enter your quilt or needle art in the show, visit our website for an application: <a href="https://www.firstchurchehct.org/30th-annual-quilt-show" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">30th Annual Quilt Show — FirstChurchEHCT.org</a>. You may also email contact@firstchurcheh.org for additional information.
Show Hours:&nbsp; Saturday 10/10/2026&nbsp; 10am to 5pm&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Sunday 10/11/2026&nbsp; Noon to 4pm
Admission: $10, Seniors 65 &amp; over $8
Plenty of free parking.&nbsp; Handicap accessible

Haddam-Killingworth High School

Project Graduation is an all-night celebration for students held the night of graduation. This event is hosted by many high schools across the nation to provide graduates with a safe place to celebrate in a substance free environment. In the 34 years that this event has occurred at HK, there have been ZERO fatalities involving our new high school graduates on graduation night.&nbsp;The Project Graduation Committee is busy planning a fabulous celebration for our 2026 graduates, and we would love for you to be part of it - even if you do not have a student in this class.
There are many ways to help, including chaperoning or set up, take-home or in-person decorating, or by supporting a fundraiser.
We consist of a group of 9-12th grade parents and we would love to meet you! Meetings are on the second Wednesday of the month in the lower media center at 7:00 p.m.
Even if you can’t commit to every meeting, feel free to pop in to say hi. We are always welcoming new members to share their ideas and talents with us.
Questions? Contact <a href="mailto: hkprojectgraduation@gmail.com">hkprojectgraduation@gmail.com</a>

Local Event: HK Project Graduation Meeting

HK Project Graduation Meeting

Project Graduation is an all-night celebration for students held the night of graduation. This event is hosted by many high...

The Haddam Volunteer Fire Company Auxiliary will hold its Annual Military Whist Card Party on Thursday, October 15, at the new firehouse, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/439+Saybrook+Road?entry=gmail&amp;source=g" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">439 Saybrook Road</a>. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., refreshments will be served at 6 p.m., and the game starts promptly at 6:30 p.m.&nbsp; Tickets are $8.00 and will be sold at the door on a first-come basis. If you have questions, call 860-345-8351.&nbsp; Mark your calendar!

Local Event: Auxiliary Military Whist Card Party

Auxiliary Military Whist Card Party

The Haddam Volunteer Fire Company Auxiliary will hold its Annual Military Whist Card Party on Thursday, October 15, at the new...

100 Riverview Center

Join Adelbrook Transitions Academy and Nutmeg Lit Fest for a festive community celebration of fall and literature. Shoppers will have the unique opportunity to meet local authors, hear their stories, purchase signed books, and enjoy treats, plus a sensory-friendly storytime at Adelbooks &amp; More. Costumes are encouraged!

Local Event: Treats In The Streets, Middletown

Treats In The Streets, Middletown

Join Adelbrook Transitions Academy and Nutmeg Lit Fest for a festive community celebration of fall and literature. Shoppers...

Oct.24th St. Pius X Church Fair, Tag Sale & Free Hayrides

Fun Holiday Fair, Tag Sale, &amp; FREE Hayrides. Oct. 24, 9-3pm Rain or Shine!
St. Pius X&nbsp;Church. 310 Westfield St., Middletown, CT
Holiday crafts, local vendors selling their jewelry, jams, and more make perfect gifts. Fantastic raffle prizes and fun games too.&nbsp;
(Please.... purchases in cash or checks only.)
Why bake when you can stock up your freezer for the holidays with homemade breads, cakes, pies, &amp; cookies!
Pumpkins for sale and lunch too.
FREE children hayrides (weather permitting), free pumpkin painting, crafts &amp; games in the children's activity center.&nbsp;

Local Event: Oct. 24, St. Pius X Church Fair, Tag Sale & Free Hayrides

Middletown

Oct. 24, St. Pius X Church Fair, Tag Sale &...

Fun Holiday Fair, Tag Sale, & FREE Hayrides. Oct. 24, 9-3pm Rain or Shine!
St. Pius X Church. 310 Westfield St., Middletown,...

Oct. 24, St. Pius X Church Fair, Tag Sale & Free Hayrides

St Stephen's Episcopal Church

Come experience St. Stephen's Famous Annual Chicken Barbecue! Eat-in or take-out hot dinner with seating outside - weather permitting. Your dinner includes: half chicken, baked potato, coleslaw, roll, and dessert! Soft drinks and fixings will be available for those who dine here.&nbsp;The cost is just $17 per plate ($15 for seniors). Don't miss it!

Local Event: Annual Chicken Barbecue

Annual Chicken Barbecue

Come experience St. Stephen's Famous Annual Chicken Barbecue! Eat-in or take-out hot dinner with seating outside - weather...

Women & Family Life Center, 96 Fair St, Guilford, CT, 06437

Something Is Happening at the Carriage House After Dark... 🌙
Grab your cape, your wig, or that costume you've been "saving for the right occasion." 👻 Women &amp; Family Life Center is hosting Carriage House After Dark, an adults-only Halloween costume party and trivia night, on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Carriage House, 96 Fair Street.
Expect trivia, treats, sips, and plenty of Halloween fun with your shoreline neighbors. Come as something spooky, something silly, or something nobody can quite identify. We're not here to judge, except maybe the trivia answers.&nbsp;
Curious what the spirits have to say? Tracy Ann Psychic Medium will offer 10-minute private readings from 6 to 8 p.m. Spots are very limited, so if you want one, don't wait for a sign. This is the sign.
🎃 Party + Trivia: $35 🔮 10-Minute Private Reading: $65 ✨ Party + Reading: $85
Every ticket supports Women &amp; Family Life Center, a community-based nonprofit helping individuals and families through life's transitions across the shoreline.
Questions? Call 203-458-6699 or email <a href="mailto:info@womenandfamilylife.org">info@womenandfamilylife.org</a>
🎟️ Tickets: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fow.ly%2FAU3E50ZOt1O%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAcGRvZgFzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe-y-VAdgbbA44MZux9gT1cfF2XHvp-HFZbQA3AseGjNf0-IlQ2WRoXL2HG4A_aem_8iiBsWgFYDfcpMEVUzLSFg&amp;h=AUCIPAYHYhfsNOGX99ivtOwwvYmfyzIodBAi4gsn6EERF-LP35vPzNyc6--s9j4A_1jBCSQ-A6indI36aiBZf8ngklz4XYB3MRVQAWQLG8jI47riivQWrn_zOddTgZ8j1cQ3gWm6iMBp&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AUCK4cjdkt8ktxJqkmai0jPltfUvNiOhS9gjGJLH-Y7ZTF_umD2P5LrkyOLHXXr7JtGU5IIdJJmsoyx4UOtaOcXYmr_xItqsO2Z6G4MQ68pugUqrl9JmVAuWfz_jn0aysfyLCfw1R0J6KPWzfHNf2Z_EfYDxR1dWvPIc63QI2hGq2qoHdMEMbb8OXey7J04jFlnZNr4ezzgarWE3hBSRahCfpw" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ow.ly/AU3E50ZOt1O</a>
One last spooky little detail: Carriage House After Dark is for adults only, and advance registration is required. Alcoholic beverages will be available for guests 21+ with valid ID.

Local Event: Carriage House After Dark: Costumes, Trivia & A Halloween Night Out for Adults

Carriage House After Dark: Costumes, Trivia & A...

Something Is Happening at the Carriage House After Dark... 🌙
Grab your cape, your wig, or that costume you've been "saving for...

Carriage House After Dark: Costumes, Trivia & A Halloween Night Out for Adults

Come to St. James ‘Annual Christmas fair and turkey dinner from 10am to 2pm. The fair will feature Christmas tag sale items, books, jewelry, themed baskets, candy, and baked goods. Our famous traditional turkey dinner includes Turkey with gravy, stuffing, sweet potatoes, peas, cranberry, dessert &amp; beverage will be held from 11:00-1:00pm with take-out available. The cost for the dinner is $20.00 adults, ages 6-12 $10 and children 5 and under free. For more information, contact 860-345-0058.

Local Event: Annual Church Fair and Turkey Dinner

Annual Church Fair and Turkey Dinner

Come to St. James ‘Annual Christmas fair and turkey dinner from 10am to 2pm. The fair will feature Christmas tag sale items,...

Congregational Church-Deep Rvr

The 60th&nbsp;Annual Christmas Faire at Deep River Congregational Church will be held on Saturday, Dec. 5 from 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Decorated halls and Christmas booths transform the space into a village of shops with Olde English charm. 

Shop for unique gifts, crafts, wreaths, greenery, holiday and country décor, Vermont cheese, fudge, jams, jellies, chocolates, angels, Thread &amp; Needle items, Kings Treasures and more! Back this year is the popular Christmas Cookie Walk. Choose from 150 dozen cookies!

Eat-in or take out at Reindeer Restaurant, Brick Oven and Sweete Shoppe for lunch, treats, homemade soups and freshly baked bread. 

A Children’s Workshop offers arts and crafts for the kids. Santa will be there!

Admission is free. 

Deep River Congregational Church is located at 1 Church Street in Deep River, CT. For more information visit <a href="https://deeprivercc.org/event/60th-annual-drcc-christmas-faire/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://deeprivercc.org/event/60th-annual-drcc-christmas-faire/</a>
or call 860-526-5045.

Local Event: 60th Annual Christmas Faire at Deep River Congregational Church on Saturday, Dec. 5!

60th Annual Christmas Faire at Deep River...

The 60th Annual Christmas Faire at Deep River Congregational Church will be held on Saturday, Dec. 5 from 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m....

60th Annual Christmas Faire at Deep River Congregational Church on Saturday, Dec. 5!

Portland Senior High School

THE MIDDLESEX HOSPITAL VOCAL CHORDS will present its 36th annual winter concert entitled "A MUSICAL HOLIDAY CELEBRATION"&nbsp;on Sunday, December 6, 2026 at 2pm.&nbsp; &nbsp;This holiday spectacular will be held at Portland High School, 95 High St., Portland, CT.Samuel Tucker, Musical Director, and Alan Dougherty, Accompanist, has arranged a varied program to showcase the wide ranging talents of this chorus.&nbsp; &nbsp;Along with the all time favorite traditional carols, some selections include Beethoven's "Hallelujah", the "Little Drummer Boy", "It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas", "What Child is This", "Sleigh Ride" and "Mele Kalikimaka".This 80 member chorus along with 10 orchestra members will thrill your soul with joyful holiday rock, easy swing, and a bright and festive feeling that will be sure to jump start your holiday spirit.Tickets are $25; call 860.347.2787 or visit vocalchords20.org for more information.&nbsp; Like us on facebook or instagram.&nbsp; We hope you will join us for a fun, filled afternoon of music!

Local Event: The Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords present a" Musical Holiday Celebration"

The Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords present a"...

THE MIDDLESEX HOSPITAL VOCAL CHORDS will present its 36th annual winter concert entitled "A MUSICAL HOLIDAY CELEBRATION" on...

The Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords present a" Musical Holiday Celebration"

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Joe's Junk Removal and More

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