Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 6:00 pm

Fleet Reserve Assoc. Board of Directors Meeting, Mar. 6, Groton

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open to all members in good standing; (860) 445-0731.

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 11:00 am

Annual Members Show and Gil Boro Solo Sculpture Exhibition

Art Exhibits/Openings
Mystic Arts Center, 9 Water Street, Mystic, , 06355

The Mystic Arts Center (MAC) opens their Annual Members Show featuring a solo sculpture exhibit by artist Gil Boro.

The Annual Members Show features a variety of creative artwork in all mediums from Mystic Arts Center members.

Gilbert V. Boro is a sculptor, architect and international design consultant. Boro's work has earned numerous awards over the years and has been exhibited in galleries, art centers, public art venues and private collections in the U.S. and Europe.

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 9:00 am

“Contemporary Art from the Latin World”

Art Exhibits/Openings
Connecticut College, Charles Shain Library, New London, CT , 06320

An exhibit of items in the permanent collection of the Latin Network for the Visual Arts, a local nonprofit organization that seeks to enrich the community through exposure to contemporary art from countries where Romance languages are spoken. This diverse exhibition features paintings, photography and sculpture from artists in Spain, Cuba, Chile, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Uruguay and Peru. There will be a talk and reception on Thursday, Feb. 9, at 4:15 p.m. The exhibit is sponsored by the Center for the Comparative Study of Race and Ethnicity and the Department of History.

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 10:00 am

Skateboards: Art on the Ply

Art Exhibits/Openings
Lyman Allyn Art Museum, 625 Williams Street, New London, CT

Explores the questions "Can skateboards be art?" by bringing together over 50 skateboards by more than 20 contemporary artists. September 17 through February 4.

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 10:00 am

Hello Manga! at the Lyman Allyn Art Museum

Art Exhibits/Openings
Lyman Allyn Art Museum, 625 Williams St., New London,

Since the 1980's, Japanese comics have been capturing the attention of the American public and inspiring artists and fans. Hello Manga! celebrates the art of manga and explores its popularity with American audiences. Both longtime fans and those new to manga will enjoy the illustrations, books, costumes, collectibles, and manga-inspired wall murals in this exhibition. These objects highlight manga's impact on American reading habits, fan culture, and artwork.

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 10:00 am

Connecticut River Museum Presents 18th Annual Holiday Train Show

Art Exhibits/Openings
Connecticut River Museum, 67 Main St.. , Essex, CT

Friday, November 18 – Sunday, February 12
The family-friendly Holiday Train Show exhibit is back at the Connecticut River Museum in Essex for its eighteenth year of fun for all ages. Train artist Steve Cryan has worked his magic again with more trains, new scenery, and lots of surprises to be found in the fully operational 26-foot model train layout. Visitors are challenged to find a scavenger list of various objects hidden within the settings while the smaller visitor set can get hands-on at an American Flyer layout designed for toddler size viewing. The exhibit is a true locomotive extravaganza and a perfect outing for train fans and all who are young at heart. The exhibit runs through February 12, 2012. The Connecticut River Museum is located at 67 Main Street, Essex and is open daily from 10 am – 5 pm and closed on Mondays. Admission is $8 for adults, $7 for seniors, $5 for children age 6-12, free for children age 5 and under. For more information, call 860-767-8269 or go to www.ctrivermuseum.org.

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 6:00 pm

Perspective and Performance: Reception for the Artist

Art Exhibits/Openings
The Orison Project, 8 Railroad Ave, Building #7, Essex, CT , 06426

The Orison Project, a contemporary art gallery in Essex, Ct opened on January 20th with Perspective and Performance, an exhibit of abstract works on paper by Kerry O'Grady. Director of Seton Art Gallery and a lecturer at the University of New Haven, Kerry O'Grady has curated numerous shows and exhibited extensively throughout the New England area. Exhibit open until February 26.

Gallery Hours: Wed., Thurs, Fri, Sat from 1 - 6pm and by appt.
Artist Talk: Wednesday, February 15th at 7pm.

Image: Hovering detail, graphite on paper, 2011, Kerry O'Grady

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 12:00 pm

Mystic Woman's Club Thrift Shop Bag Sale, Jan. 23-29, Pawcatuck

Community
Mystic Woman's Thrift Shop, 165 South Broad St., Pawcatuck, CT

all clothing and shoes that will fit into one large grocery bag can be purchased for $5; bags provided; all profits are returned to the community.

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 4:00 pm

Grief Support Group - Fridays, Westerly

Community
Westerly Hospital, 25 Wells St., Westerly, RI

a 6-week support group starting Jan. 20 through Feb. 24; led by a member of the Bereavement Team from Home and Hospice Care of Rhode Island; free and open to anyone; call to register (401) 415-4697; www.westerlyhospital.org.

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 4:00 pm

L&M Medical Fitness Exercise Programs, Groton

Community
Groton Senior Center, 102 Newtown Road, Groton, CT

held Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; 4-5 p.m. or 5:15-6:15 p.m.; one-hour program facilitated by L&M exercise physiologists and certified aerobics instructors; $70 per month; (860) 608-2942.

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 10:30 am

L&M Fitness Programs, Mystic

Community
Stoneridge Retirement Community, 186 Jerry Browne Road, Mystic, CT

held Mondays and Fridays; 10:30 a.m.-11:20 a.m., therapeutic fitness level I; 11:30 a.m.-12:10 p.m., therapeutic fitness level II; facilitated by L&M exercise physiologists and athletic trainers; $25 per month, level I; $50 per month, level II; (860) 608-2942.

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 1:00 pm

L&M Fitness Program, Waterford

Community
Waterford Community Center, 24 Rope Ferry Road, Waterford , CT

held Mondays and Fridays; 1-1:50 p.m., therapeutic exercise level I; 2-2:40 p.m., therapeutic exercise level II; facilitated by L&M exercise physiologists and athletic trainers; $25 per month, level I; $50 per month, level II; (860) 608-2942.

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 7:00 am

Waterford Senior Services, Jan. 27

Community
Waterford Senior Services, 15 Rope Ferry Road, Waterford, CT

9 a.m.-12 noon, SNAP appointments; 10:30 a.m., tap dance; 11:45 a.m., cafe lunch with $2.50 donation and reservation; 12 noon, hearty moves, duplicate bridge; 12:30 p.m., pinochle; 1 p.m., quilting, L&M Level I Exercise Program; 1:15 p.m., pickleball; 2 p.m., L&M Level II Exercise Program; (860) 444-5839.

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 9:30 am

Overeaters Anonymous - Fridays, Mystic

Community
First United Methodist Church, 23 Willow St., Mystic, CT

Fridays 9:30-10:30 a.m.; 1-800-824-8650

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 12:00 pm

“From Dr. King to the Occupy Movement”

Community
Connecticut College, Blaustein Humanities Center, Room 210, New London, CT , 06320

A panel discussion with Gender and Women’s Studies Professor Mab Segrest, History Professor David Canton and Economics Professor Terry-Ann Craigie. The discussion will connect historically social movements from Dr. King and the Civil Rights Era to contemporary movements on social inequalities, Common Hour, 11:50 a.m., Blaustein Humanities Center, Room 210.

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 7:30 pm

Alcoholics Anonymous

Community
Alcoholics Anonymous, 45 Broad St., New London, , 06320

"The James Gang" meets every Friday,7:30 pm at the Second Congregational Church,45 Broad St., New London Ct. Open to everyone. 860-514-5454.

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 3:00 pm

Dance Classes with Jamelaa Jones

Community
Writers Block Community Arts Center, 446 Colman St., New London, CT , 06320

"Diverse Elements" Dance Classes with Jamelaa Jones in the style of Street Jazz and Latin Rhythms; Free and open to ages 14 - 18 years of age. On 1/20 and 1/27/12 from 3 - 4:30 pm at the Writers Block, Ink, 446 Colman St., New London. Behind Rapid Car Wash.

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 9:00 am

Old Lyme Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library Contributes to Heart Safe Community with Installation of New Automatic Defibrillator

Community
Old Lyme Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library, 2 Library lane, Old Lyme, CT , 06371

The Old Lyme PGN Library is pleased to announce that it has acquired a new Automatic Express Defibrillator for its facility to contribute to expanding the HeartSafe Community initiative begun in Old Lyme in 2011. Donated by Library Trustee and local resident Dr. Adam Seidner, the new equipment makes the Library the 11th organization to acquire one under the HeartSafe Community campaign.
Training sessions for the public will be announced on the Library’s website at www.oldlyme.lioninc.org. Please check the Events section for future announcements and to register for a class which is limited to 8 participants. The fee is $50 per person. Well worth the investment to help save a life!

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 5:30 pm

Latin Rhythms Dance Class for Teens

Community
Writers Block Community Arts Center, 446 Colman St., New London, CT , 06320

ages 14 - 18 ; free; (860)-442-5625

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 6:30 pm

Sorry... No More!

Education/Lectures
Wheeler Library, 101 Main St., North Stonington, CT

join Andrea Willets, CPCC for an evening of laughter, poignancy, camaraderie and learning as she explores the impact of "I'm sorry" on ourselves as women; $20; tickets available at library; 535-0383.

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 4:00 pm

Sock Puppet Project Ages 5-8

Kids/Family
Otis Library, 261 Main St, Norwich, CT , 06360

Listen to the charming story, “Lizette’s Green Sock” by Catharina Valckx, then make a sock puppet using one of your own “orphan” socks! For ages 5 – 8. Space is limited; register beginning January 9th. This program is made possible by a grant from Walmart.

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 10:30 am

Preschoolers

Kids/Family
Children's Museum, 409 Main St., Niantic, CT

activities best for ages 3-5; $15, $9 members; also 10 a.m. on Tuesdays

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 10:30 am

Preschoolers

Kids/Family
Children's Museum of Southeastern CT, 409 Main St., New London, CT

books, activities for ages 3-5 who are ready to attend alone; $15, $9 members; registration required; 691-1111

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 6:30 pm

Family Game Night

Kids/Family
R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Road, Madison, CT

6:30 p.m. R.J. Julia Booksellers, 768 Boston Post Rd., Madison. For families and children 8 and older. Free. For info or to register, call 203-245-3959.

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 9:00 am

KILLINGWORTH-Creative Homeschooling for Ages 7-14 –NEW! Friday or Monday Sessions

Kids/Family
Arts Center Killingworth, 276 North Parker Hill Rd, Killingworth, CT , 06419

Fridays: Jan 27; Feb 3, 10, 17; Mar 2, 9, 16. Make-Up Mar 23
Mondays: Jan 30; Feb 6, 13, 27; Mar 5, 12, 19. Make-Up Mar 26

Sculpting Techniques: Ages 7-11, 9-10:15am. $130 Explore a variety of art concepts and techniques as children knead, roll clay and chisel away like true sculptors creating their own unique pieces of art.

Multicultural Craft Program: Ages 7-11, 10:30am-Noon, $135 Offered on Fridays Only! Travel the World to explore different cultures, religions and traditions including the Indian holiday Diwali. Listen to fun music and create art projects such as a Greek vase, Japanese paper folds, Australian didgeridoo, Egyptian papyrus, and a Chinese noisemaker.

Drawing through the Ages: Ages 9-14, 10:30am-Noon. $150 Connect art history to drawing concepts.

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 1:00 pm

KILLINGWORTH-Special Needs Creative Art Classes for Children Ages 4-6

Kids/Family
Arts Center Killingworth, 276 North Parker Hill Rd, Killingworth, CT , 06419

Jan 27; Feb 3, 10, 17; Mar 2, 9. Make-Up Mar 16. 1-2:30pm. $170
Friday Classes taught by Special Education Teacher. Each session is organized for children to develop skills: counting, patterning, color recognition, measuring, cutting, new vocabulary and fine motor skills as they work with their adult (relative or caregiver). Art projects include Snowflake Pillows, Wall Hangings, Lollipop Flowers, Cookie-Cutter Art, Thumbprint Art, Drums and Shakers and to welcome Spring, Birdhouses. Materials Included. Each child must have their adult present throughout the class. Adults work with their child on each activity.

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 5:30 pm

Winter Teen Weekend

Misc. Events
Windham-Tolland 4-H Camp , 326 Taft Pond Rd, Pomfret , CT

January 27 – 29, 2012. From Friday at 5:30 PM until Sunday at 9:00 AM . Winter Teen Weekend at the Windham-Tolland 4-H Camp (326 Taft Pond Rd., Pomfret, CT). Food, games, sledding, leadership skills and lots of fun. Fee is $50.00. Pre-registration required. Call 860-974-3379 to register or email: wt4hcampdir@earthlink.net

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 9:00 pm

Midlife Crisis Band Performs

Music
La Luna, 168 North Main Street, Branford, CT

9 p.m. La Luna, 168 North Main St., Branford. For info, call
203-483-9995.

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 10:00 pm

Folk Y'all - Mark Leonard - Mike Arsenault

Music
bank street cafe, 639 bank st, new london, CT , 06320

Oldtime/Folk/Punk/acousstic

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 6:00 pm

Hygienic XXXIII Hootenanny

Music
Muddy Waters Cafe, 42 Bank Street, New London, CT , 06320

The Hygienic XXXIII Hootenanny will be held on Friday, January 27 at Muddy Waters Café, 42 Bank Street, New London. Admission is free but donations will go towards summer music events in the Hygienic Art Park. The line-up will be:
6:00-6:20 - Max Ebb
6:25-6:45 - Nancy Parent and Hugh Birdsall
6:50-7:10 - the Rivergods
7:15-7:35 - Paul Brockett
7:40-8:00 - Wilson Kane
8:05-8:25 - Kevin Kane
8:30-8:50 - Maggie’s Guitar
8:55-9:15 - the Crew

For more information, contact Sherry Stidfole at 860-442-4020, sstidfole@earthlink.net

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 8:00 pm

The Holmes Brothers

Music
Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main St., Old Saybrook, CT

$35

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 9:00 pm

Karaoke & Dance with DJ Avery

Music
Montville VFW, 91 Raymond Hill Rd., Uncasville, CT

21& Up
Karaoke & Dance With DJ Avery
No Cover
More Info:(860)848-3750

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 7:00 pm

"Woody & Whites" Tennis Mixer Tournament

Sports
Mystic Indoor Tennis, 90 Welles Road, Mystic , CT , 06355

"Woody & Whites" Tennis Mixer Tournament planned for the the end of January to benefit Special Olympics and the Springfield College Women's Tennis Team.

The wooden racquet (aka "Woody") charity tennis mixer tournaments is planned for Friday evening 27 January at Mystic Indoor Tennis and an another entirely separate event at Lyme Shores Racquet Club on Saturday 28 January ... Each event require advance registration since space/spots in each mixer is limited to either 16 or 24 players.

Players get a woody with balls, plus great evening of fun tennis, some light refreshments and prizes.

Advance registration is required ... The Facebook links provide details:
- Mystic Indoor Tennis Event Info (Friday January 27th at 7PM): http://www.facebook.com/events/282186288498934

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 8:00 pm

The Holmes Brothers

Stage/Theater
Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main Street, Old Saybrook, CT

For info or tickets, call 877-503-1286 or visit www.thekate.org.

Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, 7:30 pm

New London Winter Film Festival: Beginners

Stage/Theater
Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street, New London, CT , 06320

A comedy with a heart about a young man rocked by two announcements from his elderly father: that he has terminal cancer, and that he has a young male lover.
Written and directed by Mike Sills and starring Ewan McGregor, Melanie Laurent and Christopher Plummer (nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture). Independent Spirit Award Winner for Best Screenplay.