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First Church of Christ

The music department at First Church Simsbury will present, as the final part of this year’s concert series, a special cabaret performance by outstanding jazz, R &amp; B and New Orleans artist Wanda Houston, at 7 PM on Friday, May 8.
Palmer Hall, the church’s great gathering hall, will be decked out with candles and decorations on each table, and there will be light fare and beverages available as you sit with friends and enjoy a mesmerizing mix of jazz and R&amp;B music in a fun, informal atmosphere on a warm spring evening.&nbsp;Houston, a Chicago native who has come to call the Berkshires “home” after touring internationally, is known throughout the region as the “Berkshire Diva”.Her project, known as the “HBH Band”, consists of some exceptional and seasoned area musicians: Berklee grad and area teacher and performer Jay Bradley on drums, and keyboardist Scott Heth, also a long-time Western CT and Berkshire performer, on the grand piano. Added to this mix will be Charlie Tokarz – a celebrated area master of the saxophone, flute and clarinet, also a music teacher. 
Audience members will be able to experience the magic of this music at close range, and the relaxed atmosphere with the incredible voice of Wanda Houston with this group of brilliant players, should make for an enjoyable, exciting, inspired, unforgettable evening of amazing music. For more info - call First Church, Simsbury - 860-651-3593

Local Event: An Evening With Wanda Houston

An Evening With Wanda Houston

The music department at First Church Simsbury will present, as the final part of this year’s concert series, a special cabaret...

Ethan Allen

Happy Mother's Day Weekend!👍 Top 3 reasons to visit Ethan Allen today: 1) complimentary design service, 2) new products, and 3) great savings. If you’ve never stopped by, come see what makes our furniture so special. If you know us, come in to kick off the next phase of your project.
24-MONTH FINANCING†† on purchases of $2,200 or more made with your Ethan Allen Platinum Credit Card. Down payment or advance payment may be required. Visit ethanallen.com/platinum for details.
<a href="https://www.ethanallen.com/en_US/make-appointment?StoreID=147" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Schedule a complimentary appointment with a designer here!</a>

Local Event: Celebrate Mother's Day Weekend at Ethan Allen!

Celebrate Mother's Day Weekend at Ethan Allen!

Happy Mother's Day Weekend!👍 Top 3 reasons to visit Ethan Allen today: 1) complimentary design service, 2) new products, and 3)...

We are proud to officially announce the opening of our NEW Sports Performance Center inside the International Skating Center of Connecticut, designed to bring even more fitness, training, and recovery opportunities to our community.
This new expansion features elevated strength and performance equipment, turf training space, personal training, group exercise access, and a brand-new recovery area including infrared sauna, medical-grade red light therapy, cryotherapy chair, hydro massage, and compression boots.
And let us say this clearly....this space is NOT just for athletes.
Whether your goal is strength, weight loss, recovery, longevity, mobility, or simply feeling better in your body, this space was built for everyone.
To celebrate, we are hosting an Open House from May 15–24 and inviting the entire community to come experience both gyms for FREE with a 2-week trial.
Visitors will have the opportunity to tour the new space, meet our trainers, explore recovery services, try group fitness classes, and see everything ISCC Fitness has to offer.
Whether you’re a longtime member, former member, or someone who has been thinking about joining, this is the perfect time to stop in and see what’s new.
No contracts. No pressure. Just an opportunity to experience a stronger, healthier community.
We look forward to welcoming you!
📍 International Skating Center of Connecticut Open House Dates: May 15–24 Free 2-Week Trial Available for All Guests
For more information, stop by the front desk or contact us directly.

Local Event: Sports Performance Center Opening-Exciting things are happening at ISCC Fitness!

Sports Performance Center Opening-Exciting...

We are proud to officially announce the opening of our NEW Sports Performance Center inside the International Skating Center of...

Sports Performance Center Opening-Exciting things are happening at ISCC Fitness!

We’re excited to invite students in&nbsp;grades 4–7&nbsp;to campus for&nbsp;S.P.A.R.K.—a free, hands-on&nbsp;morning of discovery&nbsp;at Kingswood Oxford on&nbsp;Saturday, May 16.
S.P.A.R.K.&nbsp;stands for&nbsp;Science. Play. Action. Research. Knowledge,&nbsp;and that’s exactly what the morning is all about. Students will dive into interactive labs, ask big questions, and explore how science connects to the world around them.
Throughout the morning, students will rotate through all three engaging sessions:
Snack Science: Cracking the Code of Carbs, Fats &amp; Proteins
Students will test everyday foods to uncover the building blocks of life - carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins.
From Cabbage to Chemistry: A Color-Changing Exploration of pH
Using red cabbage as a natural indicator, students will experiment with acids and bases and watch chemistry come alive in vibrant color.
Air Apparent: The Invisible Force All Around Us
Through hands-on experiments, students will explore the properties of air—and discover just how powerful something invisible can be.
Event Details:
Date:&nbsp;Saturday, May 16
Time:&nbsp;9:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.&nbsp;(Check-in begins at 8:45 a.m.)
Location:&nbsp;Kingswood Oxford Middle School - 832 Trout Brook Drive, West Hartford
Cost:&nbsp;Free
<a href="https://campko.campbrainregistration.com/?returnUrl=%2FLanding&amp;queueittoken=e_globalthrottle~ts_1775849552~ce_true~rt_safetynet~h_895af290e0d8eeb7de89651d1c06f75556250f428264dbe16be555a55bedcb04" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">REGISTRATION LINK</a>
Space is limited
Sign up by May 12
Students should bring a&nbsp;water bottle. Snacks will be provided.
This is a fun, energetic introduction to the kind of curiosity-driven, hands-on learning that defines the KO experience, and we’d love for your child to be part of it.
We look forward to welcoming you to campus for a morning of discovery.

Local Event: S.P.A.R.K. Free Morning of Science Discovery at Kingswood Oxford

S.P.A.R.K. Free Morning of Science Discovery at...

We’re excited to invite students in grades 4–7 to campus for S.P.A.R.K.—a free, hands-on morning of discovery at Kingswood...

S.P.A.R.K. Free Morning of Science Discovery at Kingswood Oxford

Riverbend at Farmington

<a href="https://soloagersconnect.com/event/african-safari-adventure-presentation-at-riverbend/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Register Here</a>Is an African Safari on your bucket list?&nbsp;
Until you book your own safari, you can live vicariously through Fay deHaas, travel expert. Fay will share with us all the details and stunning photos from her recent African Safari.
Fay will take us through the amazing small group tour she recently went on. We’ll experience the beautiful landscape of Tanzania and its variety of animals roaming free through the vast, breathtaking wilderness areas of the Serengeti. She will also share a highlight of the trip visiting the nearby tropical islands of Zanzibar.
<ul><li>Curious what it takes to go on an African safari?</li><li>What should your fitness level be for a trip like this?</li><li>What do you imagine for sleeping accommodations?</li></ul>
Fay will take us through her trip. Even if you think you’ll never go in person, this is a wonderful opportunity to experience Africa through her eyes and learn through her experience. Learn all about the planning and journey to get there and firsthand details of the real experiences.
<h4>RSVP WITH THE EVENT LINK. Seating is limited. Reserve today!</h4>

This event is sponsored with&nbsp;Prime IV Hydration &amp; Wellness in Simsbury, CT. Strengthen your immune system and replenish essential nutrients before and after you travel. Learn more at <a href="https://primeivhydration.com/locations/connecticut/simsbury-06070/or" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" style="cursor: pointer;">primeivhydration.com/locations/connecticut/simsbury-06070/or</a> call (860) 431-2709 to book a visit.

Local Event:  African Safari Adventure Presentation

 African Safari Adventure Presentation

Register HereIs an African Safari on your bucket list? 
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Avon Free Public Library

Join us for an in-person, ticketed event with Christina Baker Kline, sponsored by the Friends of the Avon Library.&nbsp;

Inspired by the true lives of Chang and Eng Bunker, the world-renowned conjoined twins from Siam, and their marriages to sisters Sarah and Adelaide Yates (Kline’s own distant relatives), this novel reimagines one of the strangest and most revealing family stories in American history — and offers a piercingly intimate perspective on an extraordinary chapter of the past.
Set in the Blue Ridge foothills of northwestern North Carolina in the 19th-century, The Foursome begins with Eng and Chang’s arrival, their presence stirring fascination and unease. As the twins build a plantation worked by enslaved labor and begin to introduce themselves to the community, Sarah and her sister Adelaide find themselves drawn into the orbit of these enigmatic men. What follows is an intimate and emotionally charged exploration of their unconventional marriages, as Sarah and Adelaide navigate the complexities of intimacy, judgment, and their own evolving desires.
Christina Baker Kline is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of ten novels, including Orphan Train,&nbsp;The Exiles,&nbsp;Please Don’t Lie&nbsp;(co-authored with Anne Burt), and the forthcoming&nbsp;The Foursome&nbsp;(May 2026), Christina Baker Kline is published in more than 40 countries. Her novels have received the New England Prize for Fiction, the Maine Literary Award, and a Barnes &amp; Noble Discover Award, among other prizes, and have been chosen by hundreds of communities, universities, and schools as “One Book, One Read” selections. Her essays, articles, and reviews have appeared in publications such as&nbsp;The New York Times&nbsp;and&nbsp;The New York Times Book Review,&nbsp;The Washington Post,&nbsp;The Boston Globe, and&nbsp;The San Francisco Chronicle.

Local Event: The Foursome: Christina Baker Kline (Ticketed Event/Friends Fundraiser)

The Foursome: Christina Baker Kline (Ticketed...

Join us for an in-person, ticketed event with Christina Baker Kline, sponsored by the Friends of the Avon Library. 

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