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King of Que BBQ

King of Que BBQ is a Connecticut-based BBQ catering company specializing in backyard parties, graduation celebrations, corporate events, weddings, and large-scale gatherings throughout Southbury and the surrounding region. Known for slow-smoked barbecue, flexible catering options, and a focus on stress-free event execution, King of Que BBQ offers everything from convenient pickup packages to full-service catering for events ranging from intimate family gatherings to crowds of hundreds. The company also regularly participates in regional BBQ events and competitions, including the New England EGGfest.

New Haven County

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Southbury

Connecticut

King of Que BBQ is a Connecticut-based BBQ catering company specializing in backyard parties, graduation celebrations, corporate events, weddings,...

FRANKLIN, CT — Blue Slope Country Museum in Franklin, CT is have a draft horse day, Draft Horse A-Z Saturday, September 17th.  It runs from noon till 3 p.m. Come experience farm life and watch these amazing horses plow, drive, and be ridden. Get a chance to go on a horse drawn wagon ride and even groom a horse. Lots of fun things to see and do for the whole family. Admission is $7/person kids 4 and under are free. Blue Slope Farm is located at 138 Blue Slope Hill, Franklin, CT.<figure><img data-image="22729282-1472515146" data-src="https://patch.com/img/cdn20/inline_images/22729282/1472515145.png" data-sizes="(min-width: 780px) 726px, 100vw" data-srcset="https://patch.com/img/cdn20/inline_images/22729282/1472515145.png?width=640 640w, https://patch.com/img/cdn20/inline_images/22729282/1472515145.png?width=726 726w" /></figure><figure><img data-image="22729282-1472515166" data-src="https://patch.com/img/cdn20/inline_images/22729282/1472515166.png" data-sizes="(min-width: 780px) 726px, 100vw" data-srcset="https://patch.com/img/cdn20/inline_images/22729282/1472515166.png?width=640 640w, https://patch.com/img/cdn20/inline_images/22729282/1472515166.png?width=726 726w" /></figure>

FRANKLIN, CT — Blue Slope Country Museum in Franklin, CT is have a draft horse day, Draft Horse A-Z Saturday, September 17th.

It runs from noon till 3 p.m. Come experience farm life and watch these amazing horses plow, drive, and be ridden. Get a chance to go on a horse drawn wagon ride and even groom a horse. Lots of fun things to see and do for the whole family. Admission is $7/person kids 4 and under are free.

Blue Slope Farm is located at 138 Blue Slope Hill, Franklin, CT.<figure><img data-image="22729282-1472515146" data-src="https://patch.com/img/cdn20/inline_images/22729282/1472515145.png" data-sizes="(min-width: 780px) 726px, 100vw" data-srcset="https://patch.com/img/cdn20/inline_images/22729282/1472515145.png?width=640 640w, https://patch.com/img/cdn20/inline_images/22729282/1472515145.png?width=726 726w" /></figure><figure><img data-image="22729282-1472515166" data-src="https://patch.com/img/cdn20/inline_images/22729282/1472515166.png" data-sizes="(min-width: 780px) 726px, 100vw" data-srcset="https://patch.com/img/cdn20/inline_images/22729282/1472515166.png?width=640 640w, https://patch.com/img/cdn20/inline_images/22729282/1472515166.png?width=726 726w" /></figure>

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Second Company Governor's Horse Guard

Come spend the day with the 2GHG's horses and troopers for one of Newtown's favorite fall traditions! Enjoy a variety of activities including live horse shows, pony rides, face painting, interactive cavalry history displays, and local vendors. This family-friendly event features food trucks, pet adoption opportunities, and games with free admission for all.

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CT Parents, Do you have a singer, musician, actor, or future performer in your family? Come experience the New Haven Academy of Performing Arts and discover why so many local families call NHAOPA their performing arts home!Saturday, September 12th 1:00–5:00 PM During our Open House, you can:• Try a one-on-one trial lesson• Meet our instructors and staff• Talk with current NHAOPA students and parents• Tour our studios and immersive theater• Explore voice, piano, guitar, drums, acting, musical theater, rock band, and more• Learn about our many performance opportunitiesWhether your child is trying the performing arts for the first time or is ready to take their training to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity to find the right program, teacher, and community. Trial lessons will be available throughout the afternoon. Walk-ins are welcome, but lesson availability cannot be guaranteed.Call 475-238-8119 to reserve a trial lesson and guarantee your time with an instructor. Come meet the people who make NHAOPA such a welcoming and supportive place to learn, grow, and perform. We can’t wait to meet your family!

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Back to School Open House at NHAOPA

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The United Church of Christ Southbury

Looking for low-impact exercise and a fun way to meet new friends? Learn to Square Dance!&nbsp;
Beginner-Friendly Square Dance classes start with two FREE introductory lessons, Tuesdays September 15 and September 22, 7:30-9:00 at the United Church of Christ, 283 Main St North, Southbury, CT
Square Dancing is one of the most rewarding social activities you can do. It keeps your mind sharp, your body moving and puts a smile on your face. And you meet the nicest people!
It's Team Dancing! Whether you're 8 or 98, solo or with a partner, there's a place for you on the dance floor. Two left feet? No problem! Square Dancing is just walking to music. No experience necessary. No partner needed. No special attire - just bring comfortable shoes and a desire to dance, laugh, meet new friends and have fun!&nbsp;
Come dance with us! The friendly members of the Rocking Rooster Square Dance Club are eager to meet you! Call 203-270-9676 or email us at happycaller558@gmail.com.

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Jay Estate

The Jay Heritage Center in Rye, New York will celebrate America at 250 with a toast to Jay Medal honorees Pulitzer Prize-winning author Annette Gordon-Reed, the Carl M. Loeb University Professor at Harvard University and award-winning Lincoln historian Harold Holzer.
The Jay Medal for Service was created in 2012 to recognize individuals who demonstrate a selfless spirit of commitment to and engagement with their community mirroring the multifaceted contributions of John Jay and his descendants. These honorees have demonstrated through their life's work that our shared narratives as a country, complicated as they are, can be better illuminated through the highest caliber of ongoing scholarship and advocacy. Honorees are selected for their excellence in the fields of American history, environmental stewardship, social justice or civic engagement.
Joining the celebration will be Chief Judge of the State of New York and the New York Court of Appeals, Honorable Rowan D. Wilson and historian and philanthropist Elihu Rose who will present the awards at JHC's annual Soirée. Special guests will include David Blight, Frank Cogliano, Joanne Freeman, and Beverly Gage.

The Jay Medal Soirée will be held Saturday, September 19, 2026 at the Jay Estate from 5:30-9:30pm. Cocktails, dinner, award ceremony and dancing. Cocktail Attire.
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Jay Medal Soirée

The Jay Heritage Center in Rye, New York will celebrate America at 250 with a toast to Jay Medal honorees Pulitzer...

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