Outstanding in the Field Dinner: Watson Farm: Jamestown, RI

Watson Farm 455 North Rd, Jamestown, Rhode Island

This dinner promises a heavyweight pairing of star chef and spectacular setting. The seaside hillsides and stone walls of Watson Farm may look familiar to movie buffs; the historic site served as the set for Wes Anderson’s Moonrise Kingdom. Host farmer Max raises Red Devon cattle on the farm and – alongside his good friend […]

$395

The174th Annual Brooklyn Fair

W.C.A.S Brooklyn Fair 15 Fairgounds Road, Brooklyn

August 22-25, 2024 The Brooklyn Fair is an annual agricultural fair, sponsored by the Windham County Agricultural Society. The first fair was held in 1809 in Pomfret, CT. The fair was a success and it was held on a rotating basis between the towns of Brooklyn, Pomfret, and Woodstock. In 1849, the Society purchased the […]

Free – $13

Zohara Farm Dinner at Sub Edge Farm in Farmington

Sub Edge Farm 199 Town Farm Rd, Farmington

Mid-summer is one of our favorite seasons for cooking and eating – it’s the sweet spot in the year when farms and gardens are overabundant with just about everything. Tomatoes are their sweetest, greens sprout bigger and faster than you can pick them, and apples are so plentiful they start falling from their trees; perfect […]

$140

The Steel Wheels – at Ballard Park in Ridgefield

Ballard Park 485 Main Street, Ridgefield

There are no reservations or tickets. Just come with your blankets, chairs and picnics. The Steel Wheels have long been at home in the creative space between tradition and innovation, but always moving forward with insightful lyrics and an evolving sound. In recent years they continue to explore deeply rooted yet fresh folk rock sounds. https://www.thesteelwheels.com […]

THE CHESTER FAIR!

Chester Fairground 11 Kirtland Terrace, Chester

AUGUST 23-25, 2024 This "country fair for all ages" features area livestock, food, rides, and more. This year's theme is "caring for the environment." Friday, August 23: Opening night with music by Leaf Jumpers, antique tractor pull, and various exhibits. Saturday, August 24: Livestock judging, composting and recycling presentations, frying pan toss contest, chainsaw carving […]

$8 – $10

Five Points Arts Center : Water, Water Everywhere

Five Points Arts 855 University Drive, Torrington

West Gallery: August 16 – September 21, 2024 Laura Barr, Karen Bonanno, Phyllis Crowley, Emilia Dubicki, Annie Wildey In-person Artist Talk: Friday, September 15, 6:30 PM For more information Monday - Friday: 9 am - 5 pm & by appointment  

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 […]

The Charlie Parker Jazz Festival NYC

August 17-25, 2024 The Charlie Parker Jazz Festival, New York City’s annual salute to the eponymous late saxophonist, will return in its 31st year for a three-day celebration of live jazz in the neighborhoods near where Parker worked and lived, including Harlem’s historic Marcus Garvey Park and Tompkins Square Park in the East Village. Each […]

Lionheart Puppet Company presents The Reluctant Dragon at The Russell Library in Middletown

Russell Library 123 Broad St, Middletown

Join us for a visit from CT based Lionheart Puppet Company, presenting The Reluctant Dragon.  What happens when Harold, a young village boy, discovers a dragon in the mountains?  Can Harold convince the villagers that the dragon just wants to be friends? Come to the library to find out! This show is most appropriate for […]