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Join us for a fun-filled community day featuring a pumpkin patch, bouncy house, children's games, and face painting. Enjoy shopping at our tag sale and jewelry table, participate in a silent auction, and savor homemade pie, clam chowder, and burgers from our cafe. Admission is free, and you can even contribute to our diaper drive supporting low-income parents through Patti's Closet.

Local Event: Pumpkin Festival

Pumpkin Festival

Join us for a fun-filled community day featuring a pumpkin patch, bouncy house, children's games, and face painting. Enjoy...

32 Dittmar Road, Bethel, CT 06801

Four Artists. Two Days. A World of Original Art.
Discover, explore, and take home something extraordinary!
Tom Carruthers &amp; Frank Kara Invite you to join them Saturday and Sunday, October 3 &amp; 4, from 10 AM–5 PM, for a special Open Studio and Art Show in Bethel featuring four accomplished artists working in ceramics and printmaking.
As part of the Potters Path Studio Tour, ceramic artist Frank Kara opens his gallery and studio to visitors, sharing his creative space with printmaker Tom Carruthers, who will be exhibiting more than a dozen original prints, alongside two other ceramic artists Catrina Casey and Kiichi Takeuchi.
From beautifully crafted ceramics to distinctive original prints, this is an opportunity to experience art up close, meet the artists, explore their work, and find something truly individual for your home or collection.
Come browse. Come discover. Come home with art you love!
Saturday &amp; Sunday, October 3–4 | 10 AM–5 PM
32 Dittmar Road, Bethel, CT 06801

Local Event: Four Artists. Two Days. A World of Extraordinary Original Art Oct 3 & 4 Open Studio & Show In Bethel

Four Artists. Two Days. A World of...

Four Artists. Two Days. A World of Original Art.
Discover, explore, and take home something extraordinary!
Tom Carruthers &...

Four Artists. Two Days. A World of Extraordinary Original Art Oct 3 & 4 Open Studio & Show In Bethel

Young's Field Road

<h3>RiverFest Returns to New Milford — and This Year We’re Lighting Up the River!</h3>
Spend the day at the river — and stay for the fireworks!
RiverFest returns to Young’s Field on Saturday, October 3, bringing friends, families and neighbors together for a full day of music, food, activities and fun along the banks of the Housatonic River.
And this year, RiverFest has a spectacular new finale. As evening arrives, River Lights will illuminate the riverfront at 6:30 pm, followed by fireworks at dark.
Admission is FREE.
There’s something happening throughout the day:
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11:00 am – Safe Walk
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11:00 am–1:00 pm – New Milford Kind
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1:30 pm – Color Fun Run
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3:30 pm – Hot Wing Challenge
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6:30 pm – River Lights
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At dark – Fireworks
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Live music and entertainment
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Food trucks
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Beer &amp; Wine Garden
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Children’s activities
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Arts &amp; crafts vendors
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Community organizations
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Come for an hour or spend the whole day. Grab something to eat, listen to the music, explore the vendors, bring the kids — walk along the river and then find a spot as we light up the sky to close out RiverFest 2026.

Local Event: RiverFest

RiverFest

RiverFest Returns to New Milford — and This Year We’re Lighting Up the River!
Spend the day at the river — and stay for the...

Torp Theater in Davidson Hall, CCSU

Experience a powerful one-man, one-act play written and performed by Lt. Col. (Retired) Scott Mann, a U.S. Army Green Beret and bestselling author of New York Times bestselling book Operation Pineapple Express.
This compelling performance tells the story of ordinary Veterans working against the clock to rescue Afghan allies during the final days of the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan 
Commemorating the 25th Anniversary of the Global War on Terror and the 5th Anniversary of the Afghanistan withdrawal
Shows are:Friday, October 2 @ 7 PMSaturday, October 3 @ 2 PM &amp; 7 PMTickets can be purchased by using the QR Code or through our website, <a href="https://www.APKCharities.org!" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">APKCharities.org!</a> 
Ticket:
$35 – General Admission
$25 – Military, Veterans &amp; First Responders
$10 – Students
All proceeds from the sale of tickets benefits APK Charities, a Connecticut-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in memory of Captain Andrew M. Pedersen‑Keel, dedicated to supporting Connecticut active-duty military, veterans, wounded warriors, and Gold Star families through financial aid, emergency assistance, and community programs.
APK Charities was established to honor Captain Andrew M. Pedersen‑Keel, a Connecticut Special Forces soldier who was killed in action in Afghanistan on 11 March 2013. The organization focuses on bridging the civilian community with the Armed Forces and providing direct support to military families.

Local Event: 11 Days: The Story of Operation Pineapple Express

Madison

11 Days: The Story of Operation Pineapple Express

Experience a powerful one-man, one-act play written and performed by Lt. Col. (Retired) Scott Mann, a U.S. Army Green Beret and...

Edmond Town Hall

See for yourself why bridge is the world's most popular card game! This course is the perfect place to start for true beginners as well as for players who are returning to bridge after an absence of some years. Everyone will be playing bridge at the first lesson! There are ten two-hour classes where we will have fun, meet interesting people, sharpen our memories, laugh out loud and learn the basics of bridge. By the end of the course, you will have the confidence to join bridge games with friends.Tuition is $150. To register or for more information, please contact director@newtownbridge.org or 203-733-8525,

Local Event: Beginning Bridge lessons

Beginning Bridge lessons

See for yourself why bridge is the world's most popular card game! This course is the perfect place to start for true beginners...

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Reservations are required. To reserve your spot please click on the QR CODE Or go to <a href="https://www.adcollegefunding.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.adcollegefunding.com</a>
Please join us for a free educational, college planning and financial aid workshop for parents of high school freshmen, sophomore, juniors and middle school students.
What to Expect at Our College Planning Workshop
Our free workshops are designed to give families the clarity and confidence they need to navigate the complex world of college admissions and financial aid.
During this powerful session, you’ll learn how to:
<ul><li>Unlock the hidden rules of the financial aid system — and how they really impact your eligibility</li><li>Discover how even high-income families can qualify for aid</li><li>Maximize your student’s financial aid package to get the best possible award</li><li>Make smart, affordable college choices without sacrificing quality or opportunities</li><li>Identify and secure valuable scholarship opportunities before they’re gone</li><li>Understand the complete college admission and financial aid timelines — and when to take action</li><li>Evaluate true college affordability using proven strategies and tools</li><li>Create a personalized plan to pay for college in the most tax-efficient, cost-effective way</li><li>Significantly reduce your out-of-pocket expenses</li><li>Protect your retirement and other financial goals while supporting your student’s future</li></ul>
Join us to take the stress and guesswork out of college planning — and make informed decisions that benefit your entire family.

Local Event: Virtual: Free College Admissions & Financial Aid Workshop

Virtual: Free College Admissions & Financial...

Reservations are required. To reserve your spot please click on the QR CODE Or go to www.adcollegefunding.com
Please join us...

Virtual: Free College Admissions & Financial Aid Workshop

Westport, Conn. location provided upon registration

Future political candidates and campaigners can learn what it takes to win elections&nbsp;Saturday October 24, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Westport, Conn. <a href="https://www.tcsyale.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">The Campaign School at Yale’s </a>(TCSYale) “<a href="https://www.tcsyale.org/register" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">The Basics</a>” 1-day training is for women
of all parties (and the men who support them) who want to learn the fundamentals to be a better campaigner.

<a href="https://www.tcsyale.org/register" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Register for The Basics.</a>
COST<ul><li>Fairfield County residents: $25 (a reduced rate thanks to the generosity of The Fund for Women &amp; Girls of <a href="https://fccfoundation.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Fairfield County’s Community Foundation.</a></li><li><a href="https://fccfoundation.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a>Non-residents of Fairfield County: $100</li></ul>
TCSYale is the premiere nonpartisan nonprofit that prepares people to run for office. Their goal is to increase the number of women elected.Speakers at The Basics include<a href="https://www.tcsyale.org/our-executive-director" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> Patti Russo</a>, executive director of TCSYale, Joan Gillman, president of the <a href="https://www.lwvwestport.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Westport League of Women Voters</a>, expert speaking instructor <a href="https://www.gildabonanno.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Gilda Bonanno</a>. Alumni panelists include<a href="https://www.cristinmccarthyvahey.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> State Rep. Cristin McCarthy Vahe</a>y, <a href="https://www.jentooker.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Jennifer Tooker</a>, former Westport First Selectwoman and current candidate for State Comptroller, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriela-koc/?isSelfProfile=false" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Gabriela Koc</a>, Stamford Board of Education members and Director of External Affairs, Office of the State Treasurer, and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-shant%C3%A9-t-hanks-1106a8102/?isSelfProfile=false" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Dr. Shanté Hanks,</a> Deputy Commissioner of the State Department of Housing.
For more information email <a href="mailto:info@TCSYale.org">info@TCSYale.org</a>.

Local Event: Campaigning Class For Next Wave of Women in Politics

Westport

Campaigning Class For Next Wave of Women in...

Future political candidates and campaigners  can learn what it takes to win elections Saturday October 24, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in...

Campaigning Class For Next Wave of Women in Politics

Four Artists. Two Days. A World of Original Art.
Discover, explore, and take home something extraordinary!
Tom Carruthers &amp; Frank Kara Invite you to join them Saturday and Sunday, October 3 &amp; 4, from 10 AM&ndash;5 PM, for a special Open Studio and Art Show in Bethel featuring four accomplished artists working in ceramics and printmaking.
As part of the Potters Path Studio Tour, ceramic artist Frank Kara opens his gallery and studio to visitors, sharing his creative space with printmaker Tom Carruthers, who will be exhibiting more than a dozen original prints, alongside two other ceramic artists Catrina Casey and Kiichi Takeuchi.
From beautifully crafted ceramics to distinctive original prints, this is an opportunity to experience art up close, meet the artists, explore their work, and find something truly individual for your home or collection.
Come browse. Come discover. Come home with art you love!
Saturday &amp; Sunday, October 3&ndash;4 | 10 AM&ndash;5 PM
32 Dittmar Road, Bethel, CT 06801

Four Artists. Two Days. A World of Original Art....

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