Art Exhibits/Openings

Studio 33 Art & Frame Gallery, 140 Bank Street, New London, CT , 06320

Breath of Spring Exhibit at Studio 33 Art & Frame Gallery. Familiar views of New London, CT by local New London artist Robert J. Hauschild. The exhibit includes a sizable rendering of historic Union Station, the last and largest railroad station designed by famed architect H. H. Richardson, and his best according to biographer Henry-Russell Hitchcock; and an Ocean Beach scene, both in acrylic. There is also a view of the historic Winthrop Mill or Old Town Mill, at Briggs Brook, on Mill St., in watercolor. The show opened on April 15, 2019 and will run through May 25, 2019, at 140 Bank St., Downtown New London, CT, Tues.-Fri. 9:00 to 5:00, Sat. 10:00 to 3:00, Appts. Available. Find us at https://www.studio33gallery.com, Like us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Pinterest.

Art Exhibits/Openings

Cooper & Smith Gallery, 10 Main Street, Essex, CT , 06426

Cooper & Smith is please to present Wild Inside: Paintings by Laura Westlake. The exhibit opens with a reception on Saturday, May 18 from 5 - 7 pm at the Cooper & Smith Gallery, 10 Main Street, Essex, CT.

Laura Westlake plays with composition, color and pattern to hint at the intersecting boundaries between art and nature. Her paintings frame birds in interior spaces. They perch quite “at home” next to animal figurines and among china and fabrics designed in motifs drawn from the natural world. As a licensed rehabilitator of migratory birds, Laura brings to her art a keen eye for avian details and an affectionate sense of humor.

Details in a lace hem resemble the layered breast feathers of two society finches resting atop wine glasses in “The Wedding.”

In “Blue Buttercup,” a blue jay perches on the rim of a white bowl, its jagged edge and yolky interior mimicking a cracked egg. A sky-blue tablecloth becomes a field patterned in buttercups.

“Three Mice” is comprised of living creatures and their ceramic counterparts. A mouse sits politely on a corner ledge. A cut-glass vase of smoky topaz holds a clipped narcissus. A titmouse balances on its stem and gazes down at its manufactured “reflection,” a cartoon bird figurine. The keyhole in a drawer reminds us that here nature is locked in art.

Laura studied at Santa Barbara College (CA) and The School Of Visual Arts (NY). Her interest in commercial illustration led to a 15-year career, which included work for television, magazines and print ads, portraiture and book illustration. She then returned to the fine arts and has been exhibiting in galleries for over thirty years.

Wild Inside runs through July. Gallery hours: Wed – Sun, 10:30 – 5:00 PM.

Art Exhibits/Openings

Essex Art Association Gallery, 10 North Main Street, Essex, CT , 06426

The Essex Art Association kicks off its 2019 exhibit season with a juried show “Becoming.” According to the exhibition chair Kay Brigante, the theme for this exhibition encourages artists to submit work that emerges, transforms, and evolves through their imagination.

The EAA will be presenting $1500 in awards in nine categories, plus one artist will receive the Gantner Gallery Award which affords the recipient the opportunity to present their work in a dedicated space during gallery season next year.

The Gantner Gallery show, “Gushing, Streaming, Still...Water and Reflections on Nature,” showcases work by B. Rossitto.

The exhibition juror for Becoming, Wilson Harding Lawrence, is a working artist and the Gallery Manager at Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts.

The show runs May 4 – 25. Gallery hours: 1-5 pm daily, closed Tuesdays.

Community

Estuary Council of Seniors, 220 Main St., Old Saybrook, CT

offered every Wed.; call Susan Graham L.T.M. at (860) 510-1376 for appointment; walk-ins welcome; $20-$30; (860) 510-1376.

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Estuary Council of Seniors, 220 Main St., Old Saybrook, CT

7:30-9 a.m., ages 50+; fasting required; free, donations welcome; (860) 388-1611.

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New London Senior Center, 120 Broad St., New London, CT

8:30-10:30 a.m., line dance, Zumba & fitness class; 9-10 a.m., blood pressure checks, exercise; 10:40 a.m.-12:40 p.m., pickleball; 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m., ENP lunch; (860) 447-5232.

Community

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

8:30 a.m., strength III; 9:30 a.m., casual bridge; Live Well with Diabetes; 9:45 a.m., flexibility and balance; 10 a.m., hearty moves; 11 a.m., yoga; 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m., cafe lunch with $2 donation and reservation; 12:30 p.m., bingo; 1-3 p.m., ping pong; (860) 444-5839.

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United Congregational Church, 87 Broadway, Norwich, CT

for veterans to socialize and receive information regarding veterans benefits and services through state and federal agencies and programs; free; (860) 425-6617.

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Groton Public Library, 52 Newtown Road, Groton, CT

9 a.m.-5 p.m., all proceeds benefit the Groton Public Library's Summer Reading Program; (860) 441-6750.

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Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center, 27 Chase St., Pawcatuck, CT

9:15-10:15 a.m., zumba lite for seniors; 11:30 a.m., lunch; noon-1:30 p.m., bingo; 1-2 p.m., tai chi; (860) 599-3285.

* Every 3rd Wed. of the month:
9:30-10:30 a.m., Wellness Clinic

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Westbrook Congregational Church, 1166 Boston Post Road, Westbrook, CT

9:30-10:45 a.m.
Meeting Name: Three Steps Forward

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Public Library of New London, 63 Huntington St., New London, CT

9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., free; Monday through Thursday; call to register (860) 447-1411.

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Ledyard Senior Center, 12 Van Tassell Drive, Gales Ferry, CT

9:30 a.m., chorus; noon, senior lunch; 1-3 p.m., knitting & crocheting group; 1:30 p.m., yoga; (860) 464-0478.

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East Lyme Senior Center, 37 Society Road, East Lyme, CT

10-11 a.m., Monday and Wednesday's; 30 classes for $50; $55 non-residents; registration required (860) 739-5859.

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Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center, 27 Chase St., Pawcatuck, CT

10-11:30 a.m., The Stonington Free Library will be at The Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center Wednesday mornings; the branch is run by dedicated volunteers who bring library services to the PNC; (860) 535-0658.

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Huntington Street Baptist Church, 29 Huntington St., New London, CT

10-11 a.m.

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Brian's Healing Hearts, 461 Main St., Niantic, CT

10-11:30 a.m., free; call to register (860) 451-8354 or email: ann@brianshealinghearts.org.

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Estuary Council of Seniors, Inc., 220 Main St., Old Saybrook, CT

10:30 a.m., for adults who have experienced the loss of a loved one; held the 2nd and 4th Wed. of every month; (860) 388-1611.

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Ledyard Senior Center, 12 Van Tassell Drive, Gales Ferry, CT

10:30 a.m., facilitated by Elaine Steele; ages 55 and older; held the 4th Wednesday of each month; (860) 464-0478.

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Crozier Williams Student Center, Connecticut College, 270 Mohegan Ave., New London,

10:30-11:45 a.m., Crozier Williams Student Center 3rd floor; gentle and creative dance for people with movement disorders led by Rachel Balaban; free and open to the public; (401) 261-7052.

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East Lyme Senior Center, 37 Society Road, Niantic, CT

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Monday and Wednesday mornings May 6-June 26; 15 classes for $34; $38 non-residents; (860) 739-5859.

** NO CLASS ON 5/27/19.

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Stonington Free Library, 20 High St., Stonington, CT

1-3 p.m., all levels welcome; bring projects you are working on; knitting, sharing and advice; (860) 535-0658.

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East Lyme Senior Center, 37 Society Road, Niantic, CT

1:15-2:15 p.m., every 4th Wed.; free; no appointment needed; (860) 739-5859.

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Ledyard Senior Center, 12 Van Tassell Drive, Gales Ferry, CT

1:30 p.m., all are welcome; held the 4th Wednesday of every month; (860) 464-0478.

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Groton Public Library, 52 Newtown Road, Groton, CT

2-4:30 p.m., Mon.-Wed.
one-on-one technology help; free; call to schedule 20 min. session, (860) 441-6750.

*Closed May 27 (Memorial Day)

Community

Noank Firehouse, 10 Ward Ave., Groton, CT

2-3:30 p.m., beginner and intermediate musicians needed; no auditions - pick up your old instrument and play with us; (860) 989-1642.

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Mystic & Noank Library, 40 Library St., Mystic, CT

3-4 p.m., honor the donors of this important collection: John and Mary Katherine Porter, Rob Mead, Barry Boodman and Julia Constantine; free; (860) 536-7721.

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Groton Senior Center, 102 Newtown Road, Groton, CT

4 p.m., also Wed.; 8-weeks for $50; $60 non-residents; (860) 441-6785.

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Public Library of New London, 63 Huntington St., New London, CT , 06320

4-5:30 p.m., free; (860) 447-1411.

Are you a chess player looking for new opponents? Or, have you never played but want to learn?
The library has recently started a Chess Club and new members are welcome to join.
Location: Adult Reading Area; Contact: Madhu Gupta 8604471411 mgupta@plnl.org.

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Groton Senior Center, 102 Newtown Road, Groton, CT

5 p.m., also Wed.; 8-weeks for $60; $70 non-residents; (860) 441-6785.

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Cragin Memorial Library, 8 Linwood Ave., Colchester, CT

May 1: 5:30 p.m., On the Basis of Sex.
May 8: 5:30 p.m., A Dog's Way Home.
May 15: 6 p.m., Cold Pursuit.
May 22: 5:30 p.m., Fighting with the Family.
May 29: 5:30 p.m., The Upside.

free; (860) 537-5752.

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Ledge Light Health District, 216 Broad St., New London, CT

5:30-8 p.m.
Apr. 24
May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
free; call to register (860) 448-4883.

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Groton Public Library, 52 Newtown Road, Groton, CT

5:30-7 p.m., a workshop on “The ABC’s of a Business Plan and Understanding a SWOT Analysis”; sponsored by R.B. Kent & Son, Inc.; registration required: anne.driscoll@scorevolunteer.org.

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Fields of Fire Adventure Park, 715 Noank Ledyard Road, Mystic, CT

5:30-7:30 p.m., young professionals from throughout the region are invited to connect with peers and build their network while exploring Fields of Fire Adventure Park's 50 acres of outdoor adventure opportunities; free for YPECT subscribers; $10 guests; (860) 701-9113.

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Graze Burgers, 127 Granite Street , Westerly, RI , 02891

Come join us for a fun evening at Graze Burgers to benefit Olean Center. Tickets are only $20 which include 2 drink tickets for beer or wine, appetizer style burgers, chicken sandwich and fries. Enjoy live music by James Harris and enter the raffles to win signed Jack Johnson vinyl or a gardening-themed bundle including bouquet of flowers and gift certificates to local stores. Proceeds benefit Olean Center which provides vital programs for local disabled children and adults. For more information or to purchase tickets visit Oleancenter.org.

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Montville High School, 800 Old Colchester Road, Oakdale, CT , 06370

Montville ALLI, MYSB & SERAC are hosting an interactive community conversation with FCD Prevention Works out of Massachusetts to raise awareness for Vaping and E-Cigs. The MHS ALLI group will also be presenting their PSA about Vaping!

Community

East Lyme Senior Center, 37 Society Road, Niantic, CT

6:30 p.m., places may vary between the East Lyme Senior Center and the East Lyme Middle School; for women of all ages; walk-ins encouraged; (860) 767-8540 or (860) 434-8183.

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Mystic & Noank Library, 40 Library St., Mystic, CT

6:30-8 p.m., a new tech workshop for girls ages 10 and up who are intrigued by the world of coding. Learn new programming languages and acquire invaluable life skills while creating a fun technology project all their own; registration required, (860) 536-7721.

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St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 310 Fort Hill Road, Groton, CT

7 p.m.
simultaneous Alateen meeting

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St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 310 Fort Hill Road, Groton, CT

7 p.m.

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Niantic Community Church, 170 Pennsylvania Ave., Niantic, CT

7:30-9 p.m.
Meeting Name: Sounds of Serenity

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Deep River Congregational Church, 1 Church St., Deep River, CT

7:30-8:30 p.m.
Meeting Name: More Will Be Revealed

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Quaker Hill Baptist Church, 144 Old Norwich Road, Quaker Hill, CT

7:30 p.m.

Community

Grace United Methodist Church, 10 Park Ave., Westerly, CT

7:30 p.m.

Education/Lectures

Waterford Public Library, 49 Rope Ferry Road, Waterford, CT , 06385

Join us for a new writer's group on the 4th Wednesday of each month. A night of discussion on the creative art of writing and a space for inspiration, creativity and growth. Bring your ideas, journals, works in progress and a desire to express yourself through the written word. Our Gwen Mariani is the author of The Growing Tree. She is a writer, an inventor and a student of the spiritual arts. She lives in Waterford with her husband, two sons and three dogs.

Education/Lectures

The Writer's Block Ink, 12 Masonic Street, New London, CT , 06320

This course will take you through the fundamental craft of screenwriting. From treatment to beat sheet, rough draft and revision, you'll learn fundamental tips and tricks to help you map out your story and follow it through to a finished script.

Instructor Truly Clark graduated from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. After college, she completed a Writer's Guild internship with "Star Trek: The Next Generation" and "Star Trek: Deep Space Nine." She has published short stories and is currently working on a novel and book of short stories.

Kids/Family

Waterford Public Library, 49 Rope Ferry Road, Waterford, CT , 06385

For those 9 to 12 years old - Registration Required. Multiple copies of Space Case by Stuart Gibbs will be available in the children's room.

Music

Yantic River Inn, 270 West Town Street , Yantic, CT , 06360

The winter showcase series will end with a final concert by The Still Pickin' Band.

Stage/Theater

Goodspeed Musicals, 6 Main Street, East Haddam, CT , 06423

You got trouble in River City! Professor Harold Hill and Marian the Librarian march into their first appearance at Goodspeed in a rousing new production of this great American musical. When huckster Harold promises to save an Iowa town by selling the dream of a boys’ band, Marian is the only skeptic. Until she starts to buy his pitch. Fall in love all over again with “76 Trombones,” “The Wells Fargo Wagon,” “Trouble” and “Till There Was You.” A glorious classic that will have you parading in the streets!

April 12 – June 20