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      Thursday, Dec. 01, 2022, 9:00 am
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      1ST THURSDAYS

      Veterans Coffeehouse – 9-11 a.m., Masonicare at Mystic, 45 Clara Drive, Mystic; veterans can socialize and receive information regarding benefits and services; (860) 425-6617.

      Community
      Thursday, Dec. 01, 2022, 9:30 am
      Community

      THURSDAYS

      Community Knit – 9:30-11:30 a.m., Public Library of New London, 63 Huntington St., New London; free; registration required; (860) 447-1411.

      Community
      Thursday, Dec. 01, 2022, 10:00 am
      Community

      THURSDAYS

      Storytime & Craft – 10 a.m., Janet Carlson Calvert Library, 5 Tyler Drive, Franklin; story, science, craft and play; for children ages 2-5; free; (860) 642-6207.

      Education/Lectures
      Thursday, Dec. 01, 2022, 5:30 pm
      Education/Lectures

      This “sure to impress” holiday stocking is a great beginner sewing project. Each one is totally unique to the maker.

      Create a handmade decoration for the holidays. In this class at Spark Makerspace, 7 Union Street, New London, CT, our sewing teacher Sherri will guide you step by step as you create a simple quilted holiday stocking. This class does not have any skill level requirements besides the basic use of a sewing machine all materials will be provided!

      Thursday, Dec. 1st, 5:30-8 PM

      This class is intended for students ages 16+

      Get Tickets Today!

      The cost of this class has been greatly discounted thanks to the generosity of the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut and their dedication to equitable education in Eastern Connecticut.

      Sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fabulous-but-easy-holiday-stocking-121-tickets-465209091917

      Community
      Thursday, Dec. 01, 2022, 5:30 pm
      Community

      Take Off Pounds Sensibly – 5:30 p.m., Voluntown Baptist Church, 52 Main St., Voluntown; in-person weight loss meetings; (860) 376-9459 or text (860) 200-4547.

      Community
      Thursday, Dec. 01, 2022, 5:30 pm
      Community

      Yoga In Our City – 5:30 p.m., Green Harbor Park, Pequot Ave. and Converse Place, New London; free; yogainourcity.com.

      Misc. Events
      Thursday, Dec. 01, 2022, 6:00 pm
      Misc. Events

      Event Address:
      40 Palmer Street

      Event Description:
      It’s time to Deck the Walls! We’re so excited to partner with the Stonington Garden Club and Stone Acres Farm for our annual wreath and decor fundraiser, Deck the Walls! All proceeds benefit the Stonington Historical Society and are earmarked specifically for the preservation and maintenance of our gardens and grounds. Deck the Walls runs from Dec. 1 through Dec. 3. We’ll kick off with a ticketed preview party on Dec. 1st from 6 – 8pm, followed by an open house with Wreath-Making Workshops, Holiday Market on the Farm, and more on December 2nd and 3rd.

      Community
      Thursday, Dec. 01, 2022, 6:30 pm
      Community

      Bingo – 6:30 p.m., Elks Lodge 2163, 700 Shennecossett Road, Groton; doors close at 7 p.m.; kitchen open 4:30-6:30 p.m.; (860) 445-2163.

      Community
      Thursday, Dec. 01, 2022, 6:30 pm
      Community

      THURSDAYS

      Gam-Anon – 6:30 p.m., virtual; dial in number (712) 775-8972; passcode: 121020; gam-anon.org; gamanonforrecovery@gmail.com.

      Education/Lectures
      Education/Lectures

      Groton, Conn. – Keep your pets engaged, happy and active this winter with tips and tricks from the Connecticut Human Society. Bill Memorial Library will sponsor a live Zoom presentation on Pet Boredom Busters on Thursday, December 1, at 6:30 p.m. During this one-hour program, educator Ashley Marshall will share ideas to help keep all types of pets active during the cold winter months. From pet piñatas to potted cat grass, there will be something for every pet. This program is free, and registration is required. Contact the library at 860-445-0392 for more information or to register.
      The Bill Memorial Library is located at 240 Monument Street in Groton City, near the Groton Monument and Fort Griswold. The library turned 130 years old in 2020. In addition to offering programs for patrons of all ages, it holds an extensive collection of books and media for children, teens and adults, including downloadable eBooks, audiobooks, museum passes and discount tickets. Visit our web page at http://www.BillMemorial.org, find us on Facebook at Bill Memorial Library, or follow us on Instagram @billmemorialgrotonct.

      Community
      Thursday, Dec. 01, 2022, 7:00 pm
      Community

      Bingo – 7 p.m., American Legion Post 104, 22 Merchants Ave., Taftville; kitchen open 4:45-6:45 p.m.; (860) 848-9881.