Laurie Straceski

Hartford County

Michael Lemanski

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Farmington

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Happy Birthday New Britain Public Library and the New Britain Institute. SAVE THE DATE: You’re invited! Sign up to tour the library at 10:00 or 2:00 and join us for yummy birthday snacks!! Open to everyone!! After your tour, go downtown to the Celebrate New Britain event. See you at the library!!

Local Event: Happy 125th  Birthday to the New Britain Public Library

Happy 125th  Birthday to the New Britain Public...

Happy Birthday New Britain Public Library and the New Britain Institute. SAVE THE DATE: You’re invited! Sign up to tour the...

Happy 125th  Birthday to the New Britain Public Library

Stanley-Whitman House

Connecticut sent more men into the Revolution than nearly any other colony. Someone had to feed them. Living-history interpreter Dennis Picard cooks and shares Revolutionary War camp rations at Stanley-Whitman House: Burgoo, Salt Pork Hash, dried peas, and flour, prepared with period equipment and technique. Drawing on soldier diaries from Connecticut's own winter encampments at Redding and West Hartford, where soldiers endured the same shortages and hardships as Valley Forge with far less of the fame, Picard brings the food and the stories together. Visitors are invited to watch, ask questions, and taste. Space is limited.
Part of the <a href="https://s-wh.org/farmingtonct250" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">FarmingtonCT250</a> programming series at Stanley-Whitman House. Stanley-Whitman House is a proud official affiliate of the America 250 | CT Commission. Join us for these commemorative events.

Local Event: Open Fire Cooking: The Victualler's Dilemma, Revolutionary War Camp Cooking

Open Fire Cooking: The Victualler's Dilemma,...

Connecticut sent more men into the Revolution than nearly any other colony. Someone had to feed them. Living-history...

Open Fire Cooking: The Victualler's Dilemma, Revolutionary War Camp Cooking

<h2>Join us for our Annual Epilepsy Walk in Farmington</h2>
This year, we’re bringing the community together not just to walk, but to gather for a&nbsp;Purple Picnic&nbsp;celebration afterward (Food&nbsp;provided by EFCT).
This family-friendly event is all about connection, support, and showing our strength as a community. Walk alongside individuals and families impacted by epilepsy.
Vendors will be on site sharing resources, services, and information designed to support those living with epilepsy and their caregivers. Whether you’re coming to honor a loved one, meet others who understand your journey, or learn more about epilepsy, we can't wait to see you!
Any teams who fundraise $100 or more, will receive a free sign with their team's name on it!
Wear your purple, and join us for a meaningful day of awareness, advocacy, and community.

Local Event: Annual Epilepsy Awareness Walk & Purple Picnic

Annual Epilepsy Awareness Walk & Purple Picnic

Join us for our Annual Epilepsy Walk in Farmington
This year, we’re bringing the community together not just to walk, but to...

Historian and author Dayne Rugh spent years recovering the story of Colonel John Durkee: a Norwich-born soldier who served under Washington in both the French and Indian War and the American Revolution, and who has been largely forgotten since he died in 1782. He opens the program in character, in period regimental clothing, then steps back to present an illustrated talk drawn from his biography, John Durkee: The Forgotten Story of Connecticut's Bold Man from Bean Hill. Copies will be available for purchase and signing at $20.00.
The program takes place in the fully accessible Spear Classroom. The historic house will be open for self-guided visits before and after.
Part of the FarmingtonCT250 programming series at Stanley-Whitman House. Stanley-Whitman House is a proud official affiliate of the America 250 | CT Commission. Join us for these commemorative events.

Local Event: A Tale of Two Coats: Historian Dayne Rugh on Colonel John Durkee

A Tale of Two Coats: Historian Dayne Rugh on...

Historian and author Dayne Rugh spent years recovering the story of Colonel John Durkee: a Norwich-born soldier who served...

A Tale of Two Coats: Historian Dayne Rugh on Colonel John Durkee

Town of Avon Senior Center

NAMI Farmington Valley Annual Meeting &amp; Speaker Presentation 
Join us for an insightful presentation with Dr. Christine Shapter, a board-certified psychiatrist whose work with the Connecticut Probate Court offers a unique perspective on the intersection of mental health care, individual rights, and the justice system.
Drawing from her real-world experience evaluating individuals with serious mental illness across Connecticut, Dr. Shapter will explore the complex challenges of balancing psychiatric needs with legal protections. This thought-provoking talk is a continuation of last year’s important conversation on this compelling topic.
Whether you are a caregiver, advocate, mental health professional, or community member interested in these issues, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. 💚<h2>About our Speaker</h2>
Dr. Christine Shapter&nbsp;is a board-certified psychiatrist who has devoted her career to the Probate Court. She achieved her Medical Doctorate from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine after working many years as a registered nurse. She subsequently completed psychiatry residency from the Institute of Living in 2018. Since that time, she has been traversing the State of Connecticut on a daily basis performing evaluations for the Probate Court, navigating the intersection between the psychiatric needs and the legal rights of our state’s most seriously mentally ill and vulnerable patients.
Dr. Shapter is board-certified in Psychiatry, and is a diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She is an adjunct professor in the graduate nursing department at University of Saint Joseph in West Hartford, CT. She has co-authored articles published in Psychiatric Times, Aging and Disease, and Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome, and Obesity, and has given numerous presentations at national conferences. She was the winner of the Daniel F. Caruso Public Service Award in 2023, which was presented at the Connecticut Probate Assembly Annual Meeting in April. She is a member of the American Medical Association, the American Psychiatric Association, and the American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law.REGISTER&nbsp;NOW!

Local Event: Navigating the Intersection of Mental Illness and the Justice System: A Psychiatrist’s Perspective

Navigating the Intersection of Mental Illness...

NAMI Farmington Valley Annual Meeting & Speaker Presentation 
Join us for an insightful presentation with Dr. Christine...

Navigating the Intersection of Mental Illness and the Justice System: A Psychiatrist’s Perspective

<h3>PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS for KIDS in Your Pool</h3>
<h3>For those making summer plans for their children this is a great opportunity. Availability for lessons on Mondays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays! Spots will fill up quickly so reach out now! Contact Gabriella Rand at 860-751-4784 or <a href="mailto:gabriellarand06@gmail.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">gabriellarand06@gmail.com</a>.</h3>

Private Swim Lesson for Kids

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS for KIDS in Your Pool...

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Happy 125th Birthday to the New Britain Public Library

Open Fire Cooking: The Victualler's Dilemma, Revolutionary War Camp Cooking

Annual Epilepsy Awareness Walk & Purple Picnic

A Tale of Two Coats: Historian Dayne Rugh on Colonel John Durkee

Navigating the Intersection of Mental Illness and the Justice System: A Psychiatrist’s Perspective

Private Swim Lesson for Kids