Robin Venditti Stoll

Hartford County

Michael Lemanski

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Avon

Connecticut

Farmington

West Hartford

Canton

Simsbury

Greater Hartford

Rich Kirby

Newington

Jay Kenney

Windsor

Wethersfield

Granby-East Granby

Southington

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...

Avon Congregational Church

Join Indivisible Farmington Valley for an energetic rally to encourage early voting for the midterm elections. Bring your bold, large-lettered signs and enjoy lively music and positive energy as we aim to win big this election season!

Local Event: Get Out The Vote Rally

Get Out The Vote Rally

Join Indivisible Farmington Valley for an energetic rally to encourage early voting for the midterm elections. Bring your bold,...

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...

Memorial United Methodist Church

Moon bounce, Hayrides, Crafts, Games, Tattoos, Hotdogs, decorate a cookie!&nbsp;

Local Event: Kid's Day at the Pumpkin Patch

Kid's Day at the Pumpkin Patch

Moon bounce, Hayrides, Crafts, Games, Tattoos, Hotdogs, decorate a cookie! 

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...

Quinnipiac University, SITE Building, 275 Mt Carmel Ave, Hamden, CT, 06518

Join Bike Walk Connecticut on Monday, October 19, at Quinnipiac University for an evening celebrating progress in greenways and active transportation across Connecticut.
Learn about nearly $200 million in East Coast Greenway projects planned through 2030 and the Western Connecticut Gap Study. Dennis Markatos, Executive Director of the East Coast Greenway Alliance, will discuss the vision and progress of this extraordinary 3,000-mile trail network. Keynote speaker Professor Eleni Christofa of the University of Massachusetts Amherst will share her vision for the future of transportation and building communities that better serve cars, bikes, and people.
Connect with the leaders, advocates, and community partners working to create safer, healthier places to walk, run, and ride.
Celebrate our accomplishments and help build momentum for the future!

Local Event: Bike Walk CT Annual Dinner 2026

Bike Walk CT Annual Dinner 2026

Join Bike Walk Connecticut on Monday, October 19, at Quinnipiac University for an evening celebrating progress in greenways and...

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...

Jay Estate

<img src="https://jayheritagecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Balloon-300x200.jpg">Jay Day is our classic fall family festival held annually at the 23-acre award-winning Jay Estate with offerings for everyone! Join us on Sunday, October 25 from 11am - 3pm. New this year in honor of the Montgolfier Brothers invention of the hot-air balloon in 1783 - you guessed it - learn all about the thermodynamics of these beautiful aircrafts from <a href="https://www.libertyballoon.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Liberty Balloon Company</a>. Enjoy outdoor activities and old-fashioned entertainment as we commemorate America 250 with a very special chance to see authentic centuries-old artifacts of the Revolutionary War at the historic first home of patriot and peacemaker John Jay. <a href="https://youtu.be/1-5rBwbfv08?si=7Y61Jf0fiNcaNAr2" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Watch a video from last year's festival here.&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;
<a href="https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/b5a7d988-48ca-4a56-bb9b-28da36e2bc0e" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">REGISTER HERE TO AVOID THE LINES.</a>
<img src="https://jayheritagecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Revisit-the-Rev-300x300.jpg">
FAMILY ACTIVITIES
* Silhouette artist <a href="https://www.sweet-silhouette.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Varin Acevado</a> will create heirloom portraits. * Stilt walkers &amp; jugglers ensure super photo ops for the whole family! * Professional facepainters from <a href="https://www.jamesdaniel.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">James Daniel Entertainment </a>will create butterflies and dragons with deft dabs of paint and glitter! * Join the <a href="https://www.ryetroop2.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Rye Boy Scouts Troop 2</a> for boat racing in the reflecting pool * Create your own take-home origami animals with talented volunteers from our Japanese community partners in Harrison. * Try your hand at special geocaching activities in honor of America at 250 highlighting John Jay's role as spymaster during the Revolutionary War. * Make a self-portrait with artist <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ellenjingxu/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Jing (Ellen) Xu </a>and ColorWorld. * Learn about robotics and STEAM with <a href="https://www.makeinspires.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">MakeInspires.</a> * Don't miss the rocket show with <a href="https://newyorkcity.madscience.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Mad Science!</a> * Pony rides and the petting zoo are family favorites!

ALL AGES
* Self-guided tours of<a href="https://parks.ny.gov/history/rev-war?utm_campaign=NYSOGS+Parks-RevWar250&amp;utm_source=Google&amp;utm_medium=Search&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=23972741403&amp;gbraid=0AAAABD-CRbX_77SLGE4f5AlYAwtMckwIS&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwlsfWBhD4ARIsACL7p1GnNW59-3sZb1eG8wDrPXmniU0OpY52GakfKQTDy-DZfXtRno0_JBwaAnZYEALw_wcB" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> Revisit the Revolution Exhibit</a> at the Jay Mansion. * Self-guided tours of the award-winning Jay Estate Gardens (2022 NYS Nonprofit Excellence, 2023 ICAA Landscape Design, 2026 GCA Historic Preservation). * Nibble on savories from food trucks and local favorites like Cousins Lobster Roll, Jimmy's Soft Serve, Crazy Taco Mex, Food Truck Refinery, Westchester Burger and Mangones Market. * LIVE Music from <a href="https://www.brooklynbluegrass.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Brooklyn Bluegrass Collective</a>. * Horse-drawn Carriage Rides by Pelham Bit Carriages. * Shop for the holidays early or for any occasion - explore gorgeous jewelry, sweaters, fine art photographs, handcrafted Japanese pottery from <a href="https://nslifestyles.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">NS Lifestyles</a>, <a href="https://shopthebeehive.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Beehive</a>, <a href="https://www.crichlowfineart.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Crichlow Fine Art</a>, <a href="https://hirokosceramics.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Hiroko's Ceramics</a> and many more bespoke offerings from our vendors * Learn about 10,000 years of archaeology beneath our feet with Dr. Eugene Boesch.
More activities being added every day! Admission is $50 per family and $20 individual.
Thank you to our Jay Day Co-Chairs Lindsay Bello Martin, Claire Weschler, Jennifer Soliman and Julia Thalhammer and 2026 RCDS Community Engagement Fellow Ellora Shah.&nbsp;
More volunteers welcome! Contact us at <a href="mailto:jayheritagecenter@gmail.com">jayheritagecenter@gmail.com</a> to sign up for a shift.
The Jay Heritage Center (JHC) is a dynamic nonprofit which manages the Jay Estate in Rye, New York. The 23-acre park that they have preserved and interpreted since 1992 is an award-winning culture hub and wildlife refuge on Long Island Sound. Located in the heart of Westchester’s only National Historic Landmark District, the site welcomes visitors April through November to learn about our nation’s flawed yet precious democracy through indoor and outdoor public programs. Offerings about American History feature prominent writers and educators. Free horticulture and birding workshops teach guests about native plants and wildlife. Family-friendly concerts draw hundreds for old-fashioned fun and unplugged enjoyment. The site is a member of NY State's Path Through History and Westchester County's African American Heritage Trail. Sign up to volunteer or access all they offer at <a href="https://jayheritagecenter.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.jayheritagecenter.org</a>
<img src="https://jayheritagecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Vendors-300x300.jpg">

Local Event: Jay Day - Fall Family Festival

Westchester County

New York

Jay Day - Fall Family Festival

Jay Day is our classic fall family festival held annually at the 23-acre award-winning Jay Estate with offerings for everyone!...

Socceropolis winter indoor class registration for boys &amp; girls ages 3-8yr olds &nbsp;is now open ⚽️ Enroll now @ www.socceropolis.com

Local Event: Socceropolis Indoor Classes for 3-8yr olds 

Socceropolis Indoor Classes for 3-8yr olds 

Socceropolis winter indoor class registration for boys & girls ages 3-8yr olds  is now open ⚽️ Enroll now @ www.socceropolis.com 

Nearby Communities

State Edition

National Edition

Robin Venditti Stoll, Neighbor

Posting Activity