Sounding Board Coffeehouse

We are thrilled to welcome back John McCutcheon to the Sounding Board! As an instrumentalist, he is a master of a dozen different traditional instruments, most notably the rare and beautiful hammer dulcimer. His songwriting has been hailed by critics and singers around the globe. His thirty recordings have garnered every imaginable honor including seven Grammy nominations. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the music begins at 7:30.

Local Event: John McCutcheon at The Sounding Board

Hartford County

West Hartford

Connecticut

John McCutcheon at The Sounding Board

We are thrilled to welcome back John McCutcheon to the Sounding Board! As an instrumentalist, he is a master of a dozen...

Sarah McQuaid’s lush, velvety voice combines with her engaging personality and “brilliant musicianship” (fRoots) on acoustic and electric guitars, keyboards and (occasionally) drum to create a truly immersive experience. Her live performances are full of warmth, wit, and intimacy, and have earned her loyal followings on both sides of the Atlantic.&nbsp; Born in Spain, raised in Chicago, holding dual Irish and American citizenship and now settled in rural England, she brings the eclecticism of her background to her “captivating, unorthodox songwriting” (PopMatters) and choice of material. From contemplative ballads to playful blues to atmospheric instrumentals, Sarah’s music invites reflection, connection, and a deep appreciation of the quiet power of a well-crafted song. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the music begins at 7:30.

Local Event: Sarah McQuaid at The Sounding Board

Sarah McQuaid at The Sounding Board

Sarah McQuaid’s lush, velvety voice combines with her engaging personality and “brilliant musicianship” (fRoots) on acoustic...

We are happy to welcome Peppino D’Agostino to the Sounding Board stage! A native of Italy, Peppino D’Agostino has made his considerable international mark as a musical artist since he arrived in America 35 years ago. In 2017, Guitar Player Magazine listed him as one of the 50 transcendent superheroes of the acoustic guitar. The CD, “Every Step of The Way,” was awarded by Acoustic Guitar’s People’s Choice Awards with a Bronze medal for Best Acoustic Album of All Time. To date, Peppino has recorded 19 CD’s and has performed in over thirty-five countries at international festivals and concert halls. He has shared the stage with such greats as Larry Carlton, Eric Johnson, Tommy Emmanuel, Leo Kottke, Martin Taylor, Roland Dyens, David Tanenbaum, and many more. Doors open at 7 p.m. and the music begins at 7:30.

Local Event: Peppino D'Agostino at The Sounding Board

Peppino D'Agostino at The Sounding Board

We are happy to welcome Peppino D’Agostino to the Sounding Board stage! A native of Italy, Peppino D’Agostino has made his...

Tom Bittel

Michael Lemanski

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Greater Hartford

Farmington

Avon

Rich Kirby

Newington

Wethersfield

Simsbury

Jay Kenney

Windsor

Rocky Hill

Canton

South Windsor

Avon Library Community Room

Join us for our KIDS&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;TEENS USED&nbsp;BOOK&nbsp;SALE&nbsp;featuring children's picture books, hardcover and paperback books, and tween and teen books, as well as DVDs and CDs. 
Saturday OCTOBER&nbsp;24th 9am-4pm&nbsp;.There is&nbsp;NO&nbsp;ADMISSION&nbsp;FEE&nbsp;and CREDIT&nbsp;CARDS&nbsp;(cash, check )are accepted, but please note that strollers are not permitted in the event space.

Local Event: Kids & Teen Book Sale

Kids & Teen Book Sale

Join us for our KIDS & TEENS USED BOOK SALE featuring children's picture books, hardcover and paperback books, and tween and...

Bridge Street Live

🎸 Bad Company Fans— This Show is for You!&nbsp;Get ready for an incredible night of CLASSIC ROCK as SHOOTING STAR — The Bad Company Experience takes the stage at Bridge Street Live in Collinsville, CT!WATCH&nbsp;VIDEO&nbsp;HERE:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/uRcxnEVORWs?si=RjPN7eDNji7w8aTF" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">youtu.be/uRcxnEVORWs?si=RjPN7eDNji7w8aTF</a>
Relive the legendary music of Bad Company, including unforgettable hits like "Can't Get Enough," "Feel Like Makin' Love," "Rock 'n' Roll Fantasy," "Shooting Star," and more!
Experience powerful vocals, outstanding musicianship, and the energy of the classic rock era — performed LIVE!
📅 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2026 📍 BRIDGE STREET LIVE — COLLINSVILLE, CT
Whether you've been a Bad Company fan for decades or simply love great live rock music, this is a concert you won't want to miss!
🎟️ GET YOUR TICKETS NOW — SEATING IS LIMITED!<a href="https://www.41bridgestreet.com/tickets/p/shooting-star-bad-company-tribute" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">41bridgestreet.com/tickets/p/shooting-star-bad-company-tribute</a>
Presented by Music Tribute Productions Inc.

Local Event: 🎸 Bad Company Tribute – Shooting Star Live at Bridge Street Live, October 24

Collinsville

🎸 Bad Company Tribute – Shooting Star Live at...

🎸 Bad Company Fans— This Show is for You! Get ready for an incredible night of CLASSIC ROCK as SHOOTING STAR — The Bad Company...

🎸 Bad Company Tribute – Shooting Star Live at Bridge Street Live, October 24

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>
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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>
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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!...

Mill Street Marketplace

Haunt &amp; Gather is back for year two!!
This is the one that leans fully into the season 😏 darker, a little witchy, and filled with pieces that feel right at home in October! You’ll find a mix of oddities, vintage, handmade work, and artists bringing work that really screams Halloween! 🎃🥹
As always, everything is curated with intention - no AI, no reseller junk, no mass produced crap. Just real work from small businesses and artists who care about what they’re creating.
There will be tattooing during the event by Yellow Pants Tattoo with flash available, plus the Taste Garden Cafe food truck and Caffeine Coven serving only the best drinks (yes, even the ones with the tiny marshmallow ghosts 👻).
The market takes place at Mill Street Marketplace, which has 80+ permanent indoor vendors, so there’s plenty to check out throughout the space while you’re there.
Also, Wethersfield in October just has a really specific feel to it. Main Street is filled with handmade scarecrows all month, and the whole town turns into a walkable fall backdrop with historic buildings, shops, and seasonal decor everywhere you look!
Feel free to come in costume &amp; bring your Halloween spirit!! 🎃

Local Event: Haunt & Gather

Haunt & Gather

Haunt & Gather is back for year two!!
This is the one that leans fully into the season 😏 darker, a little witchy, and filled...

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 

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John McCutcheon at The Sounding Board

OCT

24

9:00 AM

Sounding Board Coffeehouse, 433 Fern St, West Hartford, CT

Sarah McQuaid at The Sounding Board

NOV

7

7:30 PM

Sounding Board Coffeehouse, 433 Fern St, West Hartford, CT

Peppino D'Agostino at The Sounding Board

NOV

21

7:30 PM

Sounding Board Coffeehouse, 433 Fern St, West Hartford, CT

Kids & Teen Book Sale

🎸 Bad Company Tribute – Shooting Star Live at Bridge Street Live, October 24

Jay Day - Fall Family Festival

Haunt & Gather

Socceropolis Indoor Classes for 3-8yr olds