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New Britain Public Library Community Room

The Fall Book Sale, sponsored by the Friends of the New Britain Library, will be held from October 14 – 17, 2026 in the Community Room. New this time, free admission on all four days!&nbsp;Plus, we have added evening hours on Wednesday and Thursday. Here are the dates and times. Wednesday, October 14 – 4 – 7 pm Thursday, October 15 – 10 am – 2 pm &amp; 5:30 – 7 pm Friday, October 16 – 10 am – 1 pm Saturday, October 17 – 10 am – 2 pm (All-day bag sale, $10/- a bag, our bags, includes books, DVDs &amp; CDs). With the added hours, a large and diverse selection of fiction and non-fiction, low prices,&nbsp;and knowing that your purchase will help support the New Britain Public&nbsp;Library, you won’t want to miss this sale! Please visit <a href="https://www.newbritainlibrary.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">newbritainlibrary.org</a> for more details.

Local Event: Friends of the New Britain Public Library - Fall Book Sale

Friends of the New Britain Public Library -...

The Fall Book Sale, sponsored by the Friends of the New Britain Library, will be held from October 14 – 17, 2026 in the...

Friends of the New Britain Public Library - Fall Book Sale

Avon Library Community Room

Join us for a massive used book sale featuring adult books ONLY, A preview sale is&nbsp;Friday&nbsp;&nbsp;10/16 for $10 admission (free for Friends members) 4pm-8pm !&nbsp; Sat 10/17 9am-4pm&nbsp; (Free Admission) SUNDAY&nbsp;10/18 BAG&nbsp;SALE&nbsp;12 noon -3pm !Please note that strollers are not permitted in the community room.

Local Event: Friends of the Avon Library 2026 Used Book Sale

Friends of the Avon Library 2026 Used Book Sale

Join us for a massive used book sale featuring adult books ONLY, A preview sale is Friday  10/16 for $10 admission (free for...

Hall @ St Ann's

Shop a huge selection of gently used children's, women's, men's, and teen clothing, along with outerwear, jewelry, purses, and accessories. Most items are only $3, with special boutique items also available. Please note there is a $5 entry fee for the first day of the sale.

Local Event: Clothing Sale

Clothing Sale

Shop a huge selection of gently used children's, women's, men's, and teen clothing, along with outerwear, jewelry, purses, and...

First Congregational Church, Canton Center

Join us for a delicious community gathering featuring a full chicken pie supper with gravy, mashed potatoes, fresh vegetables, and pie for dessert. Browse the Harvest Fair's bake sale and fresh veggies while you enjoy this seasonal celebration. Tickets are available at the event for $18.00 for adults and $8.00 for children under 12. The church is handicap accessible.

Local Event: Chicken Pie Supper & Harvest Fair

Chicken Pie Supper & Harvest Fair

Join us for a delicious community gathering featuring a full chicken pie supper with gravy, mashed potatoes, fresh vegetables,...

The 11th Annual Farmington Valley Acoustic Festival is returning on Saturday, October 17th from 11:00am – 6:00pm at Winding Trails in Farmington. Set amongst the beautiful 380 acres of forest and fall foliage on Dunning Lake, there will be music on two stages, with food trucks, a vendor village, and a beer garden at the beach featuring free samples from local breweries.
The festival headliner is Howley. As founding members of We Banjo 3, the Galway-born Howley brothers brought Irish traditional music to new heights — blending it with Americana, bluegrass, and contemporary songcraft to create a sound beloved across the world. Their electrifying live shows, virtuosic playing, and brotherly chemistry made We Banjo 3 one of the most celebrated acts on the international folk scene. Now, the brothers return with a brand-new project: Howley — a re-imagining of that signature sound for a new era. Joined by two world-class artists, Kiana June (fiddle, vocals) and Caitlin Leahy (percussion, flute, vocals), Howley expands the brothers’ trademark sound with lush harmonies, fiery fiddle, and rhythmic flair.
The Festival also features Pennsylvania-based House of Hamill. The band is a fixture on festival stages across the US, and have shared their music and stories on the country’s premier folk stages. Their original song “Banks of the Brandywine” was a Grand Prize winner in the 2024 John Lennon Songwriting Contest, and the video for their all-violin cover of “Sweet Child O’ Mine” amassed over 16 million views on Facebook, where it was shared over 400,000 times.
Also appearing on the main stage will be Beg Steal or Borrow and the Clements Brothers. Beg Steal or Borrow is a Vermont-based bluegrass band formed in 2013, known for their warm harmonies, virtuosic instrumentals, and a mix of traditional and original music. In in their first project together since playing in the internationally touring grass-roots band, ‘The Lonely Heartstring Band,’ the Clements Brothers have roots, rock, bluegrass, jazz, and classical influences.
In addition, award-winning songwriters from local and nationally-touring acts will be performing. Tickets are limited and must be purchased in advance. Early bird discounted tickets available until July 1st for $30. After July 1, tickets will be $40 adults, and $10 children at <a href="https://windingtrails.org/music-festival" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">windingtrails.org/music-festival</a> or on Eventbrite. This one-day music festival runs from 11:00 a.m. to sunset and is rain or shine. Performances take place on the Boathouse stage and the Dunning Lake stage. Bring a tent in the event of rain. Free samples from over 20 local breweries will be available, while supplies last. Food and additional refreshments are available for sale or attendees may BYOB and picnic. Take advantage of the scenic grounds at Winding Trails, with 12 miles of walking trails, sports fields, and disc golf.
Festival proceeds benefit the Winding Trails, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization providing year-round recreational and educational activities for the enjoyment and growth of families and individuals of all ages.

Local Event: Farmington Valley Music Festival

Farmington Valley Music Festival

The 11th Annual Farmington Valley Acoustic Festival is returning on Saturday, October 17th from 11:00am – 6:00pm at Winding...

30 vendors, live music with Chris Marolda, kids' art table, fruit, vegetables, meat, poultry, Olmo Bagels, acai bowls, Jamaican food, bread, knife sharpening, dog treats, soap, crafts, honey and flowers

Local Event: West Hartford's Sunday Farmers Market

West Hartford's Sunday Farmers Market

30 vendors, live music with Chris Marolda, kids' art table, fruit, vegetables, meat, poultry, Olmo Bagels, acai bowls, Jamaican...

The Mill on the River

Presenting the Watershed History Collective’s second <a href="https://thewatershedcollective.org/events/murder-mystery-dinner/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Murder Mystery Fundraising Dinner.</a> You are cordially invited to step back in time, into the glitz and glamour of the Roaring 20’s to enjoy a night of dinner and intrigue at the Mill on the River resturant in South Windsor.&nbsp; As guests wine and dine, on a delicious buffet dinner and cash bar, an unfortunate event will unfold with an interesting cast of characters. As the sordid drama plays out, guests will have an opportunity to interact with the characters to get to the bottom of this mystery and figure out the culprit and his or her murderous motive.
$100 per person (cash bar) Our last Murder Mystery dinner sold out so don't wait. <a href="https://thewatershedcollective.org/events/murder-mystery-dinner/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Reserve your spot today!</a>&nbsp; Watch for more details at <a href="https://thewatershedcollective.org/events/murder-mystery-dinner/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">TheWatershedCollective.org.</a> <a href="https://u5908805.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.pTw2yy1UQWpX0cXL7HnN2Fg6X32jlNTmRTJNg77r8oFuhZhQLD7RHXcIssyMeKbpXkASCweiemLvle6OaAIi9ZVcrrZ8sIQE7Pw7MpaGocZ3BEelvDES5GJ8qHHKR7wdcEEP_le-2FBC1iEkHsSkKoj-2FaVDR7PNp9zhXk0YAup6IdiC63FE9dt5TD60ILqQTShOoy5j-2Bp1nwip6ZbBTzDXSRDf8zZATV80A0izzVG87eClBZJ7MhmBpHfAKHbtupby-2BMpMRi9qCRS8f9xWU623y8NQrAOs5UiCpnuyC8oSG3pOGIzihYk5pPELZ65XkDhNOV5gRPr8IHuy8LSQ6-2B58EuFdyE82SZY2H1KViuLW6IRJpBfachBylNZFTY9-2BfaOqpTKYq2xmP0GvwYMZPir1M1ZRKAeYB1DI2UwNcacxpTBShhZ3KiLt0jQSZB0IVjIo9rZvp35MNkHR5sd7AcxTY-2Faj0kbrw79ZAyn56UhHc9H1wFOS-2Byl4b5TVeMI4R3nhxwAYts8c7bLeD-2B-2F6yWNK-2BykuSsJqGx1ME3lj-2FmYq1T6KRZ0Q-3D" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>

Local Event: Murder Mystery Dinner!

South Windsor

Murder Mystery Dinner!

Presenting the Watershed History Collective’s second Murder Mystery Fundraising Dinner. You are cordially invited to step back...

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