‘Peter Rabbit’ puppet show March 17

The East Lyme Puppetry Project will give a performance of “Peter Rabbit” from 2 to 3 p.m. Sunday, March 17 at the East Lyme Community Center. Tickets are $7 per person.

Before and after the show, children can be puppeteers themselves, using the puppets at “Caren’s Corner,” named for the late Caren Linden, one of ELPPI’s founding members. For information, contact Candice Burridge at elppiproductions@gmail.com or visit elppi.org.

Westerly Morris Men celebrate equinox

The Westerly Morris Men will celebrate the Vernal Equinox at 6:51 a.m. Tuesday, March 19, on the summit of Lantern Hill in North Stonington. This marks the moment when the sun lies directly above the equator, generally referred to as the first day of spring.

Norwich Toastmasters meeting March 20

The monthly meeting of the Norwich Toastmasters provides an opportunity to learn how to improve your communication and leadership skills using a variety of resources in a positive and supportive learning environment which fosters self-confidence and personal growth.

The next meeting is from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 20, at the Chelsea Groton Bank, Norwich-Westside Branch, 444 W. Main Street, Norwich. For information and contact info, view the club’s webpage at https://4779255.toastmastersclubs.org/.

Teen Journal activity at Otis March 20

Otis Library will hold a Teen Journal event from 5 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 20, in the Young Adult Room for grades 6-12. Bring your final drafts of poems, short stories, and art pieces for the Teen Journal. Drop in; no registration required. For information, call or visit the Young Adult Department, 860-889-2365, ext.107.

Retirement discussion March 21

Otis Library, in partnership with Liberty Bank, will host a discussion on retirement at 6 p.m. Thursday, March 21 at Epicure Brewing. Pamela Days-Luketich, Community Outreach Officer at Liberty Bank, will lead a discussion. Copies of the book “From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life“ by Arthur C. Brooks will be available to borrow with a current library card.

Pizza will be provided; beverages will be available for purchase. To register for this free program, contact Julie at Otis Library at 860-889-2365, ext. 128. Epicure Brewing is located at 40 Franklin St. in Norwich.

Coast Guard concert March 24

At 2 p.m. Sunday, March 24 at Leamy Hall at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, the U.S. Coast Guard Band presents a free concert, "Everything Under the Moon.” New London NAACP Vice President Tamara Lanier will be guest speaker, and Chief Warrant Officer Jeffrey Spenner hosts a pre-concert talk from 1 to 1:30 p.m.

The program celebrates modern works by a diverse array of composers. The high-spirited “Fanfare Politeia” by Kimberly Archer opens the concert, followed by Sousa’s “The Gridiron Club March.” The soothing "Sleep and Repose: The Coming of Light” from Roshanne Etezady’s Anahita contrasts Ginastera’s thrilling “Danza Final” from Estancia. Next on the program is a set of love songs by Steven Bryant and Antonín Dvořák featuring soprano Musician 1st Class Allison Landstedt. The concert comes to a jazzy, soulful conclusion with Kevin Day’s Concerto for Wind Ensemble.

This event is free and open to the public. Leamy Hall is located at 15 Mohegan Ave., New London. For information, visit www.uscg.mil/Community/Band or call the Concert Information Line at (860) 701- 6826.

Eclipse, trivia night for all ages

A total eclipse of the sun and a special trivia event are among activities slated over the next few weeks at East Lyme Public Library.

Trivia Night will be held 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 26. Come by yourself or with family or friends and test yourself against others in many fun general categories.

From 2 to 4 p.m. Monday, April 8, all ages are invited to celebrate the solar eclipse with FREE eclipse glasses as well as indoor and outdoor activities at East Lyme Public Library.

Otis Game Night for teens March 27

Tween and Teen Game Night will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 27, at Otis Library in the Young Adult Room for grades 6-12.

Chess, checkers, Sorry, Battleship, Ticket to Ride, and loads more games available, or come use Nintendo Switch! Drop in; no registration required.

Book groups in East Lyme

East Lyme Public Library will hold a series of book discussion groups this month.

A Men’s Book Group will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, March 27, to discuss “The Wingmen” by Adam Lazarus. Copies of the current month’s book are available at the library. No registration necessary.

Mystery Book Group will meet at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 28, to mull over “No Strangers Here” by Carlene O'Connor. Copies of the current month’s book are available at the library. No registration necessary.

The Silent Book Group will meet from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, March 25. Bring your own book and enjoy the community of fellow readers in a quiet atmosphere

The Out-of-this-World Book Group meets at 7 p.m. April 10 to look at “A Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet” by Becky Chambers as part of the bimonthly science fiction and fantasy book group. Copies of the current month’s book are available at the library. No registration necessary.

East Lyme kid, teen activities at library

Take-and-Make craft kits are available on the first Friday of the month at East Lyme Public Library. Kits are designed for children ages 4-8 to create at home. Supplies are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Stop by the Children’s Room to pick up your kit while supplies last.

Storytime for All Ages is held Tuesdays 10:30 to 11 a.m. Read, sing, and dance with Miss Rebecca during this popular program for little ones. This fun program includes books, flannel board stories, fingerplays, puppets, and parachute play.

Scholarship applications sought

North Stonington Garden Club has begun accepting applications from 2024 Anna Coit Memorial Scholarship applicants. The $2,000 scholarship is granted annually to a high school graduating senior pursuing higher education in Agriculture, Conservation, Environmental Studies, Horticulture, Landscape, Design/Architecture, Plant Science, or a related field.

Applicants must reside in towns from which the Club draws its membership. Currently these are North Stonington, Bozrah, Groton, Ledyard, Mystic, New London, Noank, Norwich, Pawcatuck, Preston, Sterling, Stonington, and Waterford as well as Ashaway, Charleston and Westerly, R.I.

Applications and additional information are available at nsgardenclub.org and may be submitted online to: info@nsgardenclub.org. Applications must be received by June 3.

Golf tournament fundraiser for UCFS

UCFS Healthcare is hosting the 2024 Annual UCFS Golf Tournament on Monday, June 24, at Stonington Country Club. Registration starts at 11:30 a.m. with a shotgun start at 1 p.m. All proceeds help to further UCFS’ mission of improving the health and well-being of the community.

Foursomes and sponsorships are still available. For information and to register, call Jennifer Ermler at 860-822-4147 or jermler@ucfs.org.

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