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Do you hear the train coming? All Aboard!
Don’t miss out on this New England holiday tradition. The family-friendly Train Show exhibit is back for its 30th year at the Connecticut River Museum and is sure to surprise and delight visitors of all ages. See what train artist Steve Cryan has created this year! A fully operational nearly 30-foot train layout, “I SPY” scavenger hunts, and a toddler-sized viewing layout are all part of the fun!
NOTE: A members-only Train Show Opening Event will be held from 4-6 p.m. Nov. 21. Stay tuned for more information on the event opening.
Train show:
https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/30th-annual-train-show/
Train show member opening:
https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/members-event-30th-annual-train-show-opening/

The Connecticut River Museum is proud to host Sensory-Friendly Hours. Reserve your space today! Thanks to a generous grant from The Petit Family Foundation, we are able to offer sensory-friendly items during the visit, including beanbag chairs and fidget toys.
Exhibits with loud noises and/or bright lights are modified to allow people with a range of abilities to experience all the Museum has to offer. A designated quiet room is set up for the duration of the event to allow visitors to decompress, take a break, and experience the Museum at their own pace.
Preview guides and materials for families to read together before visiting are available below.
To reserve your spot please visit the link: https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/sensory-friendly-day/.
For more information, please email our Manager of Public Programs and Education, August Stromberger, at astromberger@ctrivermuseum.org.
Museum Admission: Young Children (5 and Under) – $2, Youth (Ages 6-17) – $8, Seniors – $10, Adults – $12

Join The Mill Museum in this year’s “Festival of Trees” exhibit and display competition. Vote for your favorite decorated trees by local and regional businesses and organizations while exploring the museum this season! For those who wish to participate, the opening reception will take place on Friday, December 8, from 6-7:30pm, and feature light refreshments. The winner of the contest will be announced on January 1st. Those who wish to enter their work until the competition closes, please email Kira Holmes at: director@millmuseum.org.
Venue Address: 411 Main Street, Willimantic, CT 06226

Bright lights and magical nights are back this holiday season as the Holiday Lights Spectacular returns to Olde Mistick Village! The largest holiday light display in southern New England is FREE to the public and will run from November 18 through the end of January, 2024. Over a half-million lights will decorate the Village.

The Village’s holiday hours are as follows:
● 11/18-12/23 – M-Th-10am-6pm, Fri & Sat – 10am-8pm, Sun-11am-6pm
● 12/23 – New Year – M-Sat – 10am-6pm, Sun-11am-6pm

Contact: (860) 536-4941 | info@oldemistickvillage.com | http://oldemistickvillage.com

MONDAYS

Gamblers Anonymous – 7 p.m., St. David’s Episcopal Church, 284 Stoddards Wharf Road, Gales Ferry; 1-413-237-6546.