Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center SUMMER BIRD WALKS

Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center 100 Lyme Street, Old Lyme

Thursday, July 11; 9-11 am With the hustle and bustle of spring migration over, the birds in CT are settling down to breed for the summer. We’ll look and listen for the breeding summer birds in some of the best preserves in southeastern CT. $13 for members; $18 for non-members. – Walk at Bebee will […]

$13 – $18

NORTH STONINGTON AGRICULTURAL FAIR

NORTH STONINGTON AGRICULTURAL FAIR 21 WYASSUP ROAD, North Stonington

​JULY 11 - 14, 2024 HOME ARTS AND CRAFTS ~~CONCESSIONS~~RIDESLIVESTOCK SHOWS AND PULLS~~STAGE ENTERTAINMENTPIG RACING ~ BLACKSMITH DEMOSAWMILL EXHIBITIONS~~CARRIAGE DRIVING SHOW~~TRUCK & TRACTOR PULLS~~MAGICIAN~~HAM & BEAN DINNER~~DOG DEMOS AND MUCH MORE! ADMISSION:  10 and Over  $12.00 Under 10 - Free For more information 

Free – $12

Shipwright’s Daughter Rum Runner Dinner Aboard the Sabino Steamboat

Sabino Steamboat Mystic Bascule Bridge, Mystic

JOIN US FOR A 2-HOUR SUNSET CRUISE aboard the beautifully restored Sabino Steamboat WITH FOOD FROM JAMES BEARD AWARD FINALIST, CHEF DAVID STANDRIDGE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE REAL MCCOY RUM & WINES FROM UNGRAFTED SELECTIONS. ENJOY CULINARY DELIGHTS LIKE SUSTAINABLY SOURCED NEW ENGLAND POKE BOWL, SUSHI HAND ROLLS & CRAFT COCKTAILS FROM THE OPEN BAR AS […]

$150

Connecticut’s Black Bears and Tips for Optimum Coexistence at Essex Library

Essex Library Association 33 West Avenue, Essex

With bear populations on the rise and encounters with humans increasing, wildlife expert Paul Colburn will join us to provide a history of black bears in Connecticut, an overview of their habitat, diet, behavior, reproduction, and current research efforts. Paul will also provide practical recommendations for optimum coexistence with our black bear population. Black bear […]

Teen Book Club at Essex Library

Essex Library Association 33 West Avenue, Essex

What are you reading? Bring your own book! Join us to chat about what we're loving, what we're not, and what's new in Young Adult lit. Advance Reader Copies (ARCs,) bookish prizes, and snacks provided. Registration is required as space is limited. For more information

Summer Sound Waves 2024!! at Esker Point Beach

Esker Point Beach 900 Groton Long Point Rd, Groton

Summer is around the corner which means our weekly concert series is almost back! Summer Sound Waves 2024 is going to bring you another awesome line up of bands to jam out to on Thursdays from June through August. Check the image below for the line up, and visit the Facebook event pages to stay […]

SUNSET SOUNDS CONCERT SERIES | KOJO MELCHÉ RONEY QUARTET at Butler-McCook House

Butler-McCook House & Garden 396 Main Street, Hartford

Kojo Melché Roney Quartet, featuring Antoine Roney Bring a lawn chair and a picnic dinner while you enjoy music and an artist’s exhibition in the lovely setting of the Butler-McCook House & Garden.   Plus, be sure to stay for a free tour of the house’s first floor! Audio tours are available via the IZI. […]

THE WAILERS at United Theater

United Theater 5 Canal St, Westerly, RI

Embark on an unparalleled musical odyssey with The Wailers live on the UNITED stage as they commemorate the 40th anniversary of Bob Marley and The Wailers iconic album “Legend” and honor the rich legacy of Bob Marley. Under the visionary leadership of Aston Barrett Jr., The Wailers are not merely preserving the classic sound that […]

$30 – $50

Mdou Moctar at The Knick in Westerly

The Knick 35 Railroad Ave, Westerly

Mdou Moctar will be coming to the KNICK on October 4th in celebration of their new album ‘Funeral For Justice’, out now on Matador Records. Learn more about Mdou Moctar and hear their music at: https://www.mdoumoctar.com/ For more information Show: 8p | Doors: 7p

$35

White Elephant Sale 2024 Old Lyme

First Congregational Church of Old Lyme 2 Ferry Road, Old Lyme

Friday, July 12, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, July 13, 8 a.m.-noon Every year, on a weekend in early July, the Ladies Benevolent Society (LBS) holds its White Elephant Sale (WES) on the grounds of the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme. This is a huge fund raiser that grows in size every year, allowing the […]

Old State House: Farmers Market: Tuesdays and Fridays

Connecticut’s Old State House 800 Main St, Hartford

EVERY TUESDAY AND FRIDAY | JUNE 21 – OCTOBER 11, 2024 | 10AM – 2PM Come visit and shop local at our annual Farmers Market, one of the original open air markets in Connecticut! Our goal is to offer a variety of products from as many farmers and artisan vendors as possible. We are committed […]

Gilson Farm Pick Your Own Blueberries in Broad Brook

Gilson Farm 57 Wapping Road, Broad Brook

We all know blueberries are sweet and delicious, but did you know they are incredibly healthy, nutritious, and considered a superfood? Come pick some and enjoy your delicious (and healthy!) berry bounty! Hours: Saturday-Sunday 8 a.m.-noon and 3:30-7:20 p.m. Monday-Friday; 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. For more information or call 860-623-0409