Name: 2nd Annual Zach Clapp T1D Benefit Game
Start: 2026-05-16T10:00:00-04:00
Location: Rockville High School

Rockville High School

Join the community to honor the life of Zach Clapp while raising money for Type 1 Diabetes research. Admission is free for this matchup against the Granby Memorial Bears, with food and drink available for purchase to support the cause.

Local Event: 2nd Annual Zach Clapp T1D Benefit Game

Tolland County

Chris Dehnel

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Vernon

Connecticut

2nd Annual Zach Clapp T1D Benefit Game

Join the community to honor the life of Zach Clapp while raising money for Type 1 Diabetes research. Admission is free for this...

Rockville Public Library

Looking for a place to meet other parents with young kids? Need to get out of the house for an hour? Join us with your little ones to play and make new friends! Ages birth through age 4

Local Event: Playdate @ the Library

Playdate @ the Library

Looking for a place to meet other parents with young kids? Need to get out of the house for an hour? Join us with your little...

The Raised Bed Gardening Program (RBG) begins May 2nd.&nbsp;Gardening Mentors will teach, guide, and answer&nbsp;questions throughout the season - May-November.&nbsp;&nbsp;Participants maintain their beds during Farm operating hours. &nbsp;Raised Garden Beds are accessible and easy to maintain. We will have&nbsp;workshops and end the season with a potluck from our gardens! Email <a href="mailto:strongfarmgardens@gmail.com">strongfarmgardens@gmail.com</a> for more information.

Local Event: Raised Bed Gardening Program

Raised Bed Gardening Program

The Raised Bed Gardening Program (RBG) begins May 2nd. Gardening Mentors will teach, guide, and answer questions throughout the...

Holyoke Heritage State Park

James M. Long photographed the Mt. Tom Ski Area and researched its history to assemble a book which seeks to celebrate the Ski Area’s legacy and impact on the community by examining its past and present through both the camera’s eye and historical record.
Over 100 original photographs plus 175+ pull quotes from regional newspapers illustrate and celebrate the lasting contributions that the Daniel J. O’Connell family and everyone associated with the success of the Ski Area accomplished.&nbsp;
The book was published in February of 2026 and is available at regional independent booksellers, and mttomskibook.com. 
A book launch will be held at the DCR Holyoke Heritage State Park Visitor's Center on May 2nd from 1-3pm. No admission or RSVP required.

Local Event: Book Launch: Mt. Tom Ski Area - Photographs by James M. Long

Hampden County

Holyoke

Massachusetts

Book Launch: Mt. Tom Ski Area - Photographs by...

James M. Long photographed the Mt. Tom Ski Area and researched its history to assemble a book which seeks to celebrate the Ski...

Book Launch: Mt. Tom Ski Area - Photographs by James M. Long

The Friends of Valley Falls invite you to a free bird walk with Denise Anamani. Join us as we walk through Valley Falls Park while Carol shares her wealth of knowledge about our feathered friends. In the past, we have identified over 30 bird species found during spring migration. Bring binoculars if you have them; bird apps such as Merlin, and bird lists are welcome. Meet at the park pavilion; weather cancellations always posted on our Facebook page.&nbsp;

Local Event: Nature Walk: The Birds in Valley Falls Park 

Nature Walk: The Birds in Valley Falls Park 

The Friends of Valley Falls invite you to a free bird walk with Denise Anamani. Join us as we walk through Valley Falls Park...

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Join us on Sunday from 10-1, for the first market of the season. Enjoy Traveling Tom’s coffee, wood fire pizza’s from Saults and great Farmers and Vendors. Scavenger hunt for kids with prizes. We support and double SNAP, WIC and FMNP benefits weekly. Loyalty cards available for the Market, come join us for 5 markets and receive a $5.00 coupons. &nbsp; &nbsp;Something for everyone.

Local Event: Tolland Green Farmers market

Tolland

Tolland Green Farmers market

Join us on Sunday from 10-1, for the first market of the season. Enjoy Traveling Tom’s coffee, wood fire pizza’s from Saults...

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Local Event: Lego Club

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Join fellow brick builders in the Peck Room to tackle a challenge or create a masterpiece! Ages 5-12. No registration needed.

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Local Event: Process Play Art

Process Play Art

Toddlers and Preschoolers will experience the joy of creating by exploring art supplies such as paint, paper, playdough and...

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Jay Kenney

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PREVIEW&nbsp;TODAY&nbsp;the $25,000 Worth of *New* Goods &amp;&nbsp;Services Up for BID on our website - New Items still being added daily!

<a href="https://onecau.se/stjoseph-auction2026" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">onecau.se/stjoseph-auction2026</a>The St Joseph Church Men’s Club is holding a Goods &amp; Services auction in the church hall at 5pm on May 16, 2026, to raise funds for the expansion of our religious education program.
Bid Remotely or In-Person starting May 9th
·Purchase an In-Person Ticket.&nbsp;&nbsp;In Person Tickets include Food and are limited! Tickets can be purchased directly on our event site, at the church office, or after weekend Masses.
·Purchase a Remote Ticket – If you, friends, or family would like to participate in the auction remotely but will not be able to attend. Items purchased remotely can be picked up after the event in our Church Office.


If you have any questions about this event, or about making a donation or volunteering to help with the event, please feel free to contact Steve Caruso our event chairman at 860-478-4087, or via email at <a href="mailto:scaruso1@expressmedals.com">scaruso1@expressmedals.com</a>
Thank you in advance for your kind and generous support. 
St Joseph Church Men’s Club

Local Event: St Joseph's Church Goods & Services Auction

St Joseph's Church Goods & Services Auction

PREVIEW TODAY the $25,000 Worth of *New* Goods & Services Up for BID on our website - New Items still being added...

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We are having a Estate Tag Sale with thousands of real antiques, vintage, collectibles, unique &amp; used items from 4 generations 1907 to 1995.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 151 Kozley Road - Tolland, CT&nbsp;Saturday: 9:30 am to 4 pmSunday: 9:30 am to 4 pmNo early birds please, cash only. Our town has approximately 40+ households participating in the townwide Tag Sale.&nbsp;

4 Generations Estate Tag Sale 

We are having a Estate Tag Sale with thousands of real antiques, vintage, collectibles, unique & used items from 4 generations 1907 to 1995.       ...

Join us for our Catholic Bible School at St. Joseph Church in Vernon CT.
August 3-6 (Mon-Thurs) from 9am-12PM
$15 per camper (Includes T-shirt)
*No Child will be turned away due to inability to pay. We want all to participate! Please email our DRE&nbsp;at <a href="mailto:sjpaishdre@gmail.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">sjpaishdre@gmail.com</a> and we will register your child*
Children in Kindergarten through entering the 6th grade are welcome to attend. We will explore our Catholic faith in a fun and engaging way through media, Scripture, the Saints and more! Snack and drink will be provided daily.&nbsp;
Check out this Preview Video of the theme and activities <a href="https://vimeo.com/1091312922?fl=pl&amp;fe=cm" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">vimeo.com/1091312922?fl=pl&amp;fe=cm</a>
More Details on our website<a href="https://stjosephct.org/vacation-bible-school-2026" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> Vacation Bible School 2026 - St. Joseph's Church - Rockville, CT</a>

REGISTER&nbsp;NOW - Please register by May 22nd!&nbsp; Late registrations are not guaranteed

Vacation Bible School - St Joseph Church Vernon...

Join us for our Catholic Bible School at St. Joseph Church in Vernon CT....

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