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Monday, October 12, 2026

Brooklyn Town Hall damaged after October 3 crash

Brooklyn Town Hall crash damage, Eastford's grant deadline and tabled C-PACE release, Killingly leaf pickup through December 18, election notices, and the week's events and markets.

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Brooklyn Town Hall: damage reported after October 3 crash

Brooklyn’s October 3 official notice reports that a vehicle struck Town Hall at 4 Wolf Den Road near the Route 6/Route 169 junction. Only minor injuries were reported, but the east-side brick wall sustained significant damage and a support beam required shoring. The Town said the wall was boarded and a contractor was scheduled to assess structural soundness; CTDOT repaired a damaged crosswalk sign. No later repair or reopening update was found in the checked notices, so confirm current access before visiting. [1]

Brooklyn — Important Notification, October 3, 2026

Eastford: grant deadline, tabled C-PACE release and fire-truck lettering

Eastford’s posted October 5 meeting record reports receipt of $14,635 in FY2027 Supplemental Municipal Assistance Grant funding, to be spent by January 1, 2027. It records a unanimous decision to table a C-PACE partial release pending Town Attorney clarification, along with reposting the financial-advisory-services RFP after no proposals were received. It also records unanimous approval to use a $2,000 Ford F350 rebate for custom Fire Department truck lettering. The document carries a future November 9 approval line above blank signatures, so these are attributed to the posted meeting record—not presented as formally approved minutes. [2]

Eastford — posted October 5 Board of Selectmen meeting record

Killingly leaf pickup runs through December 18

Killingly’s October 2 Fall Leaf Pickup notice and current Town homepage list the service through December 18, 2026. Residents are instructed to call 860-779-5385 to schedule pickup. The brief notice does not publish additional preparation rules in its readable text. Call before setting material out and confirm the Town’s current pickup instructions. [3] [4]

Source 1: Killingly — Fall Leaf Pickup 2026 noticeSource 2: Town of Killingly — current homepage

Upcoming events (46)

Monday8:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.Pomfret

Admissions Open House

Pomfret School (Robinson House) — 6 Paradise Road, Pomfret, CT 06258

Campus open house with tour, admissions-team conversation, and opportunities to meet students and faculty.

In-person; advanced registration required; enter South Entrance and park by Robinson House Age guidance: Prospective students and families Address: 6 Paradise Road, Pomfret, CT 06258

Learning & workshopsPomfret School Admissions Upcoming Events
Tuesday8:00–10:00 a.m.Pomfret

Early Morning Bird Walk

Center at Pomfret — 218 Day Road, Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Andy Rzeznikiewicz guides participants to various sanctuary locations to point out birds.

Outdoors; no registration; bring binoculars and wear drab-colored clothing Age guidance: General public; all birding experience levels not explicitly stated on direct page Address: 218 Day Road, Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Outdoors & sportsEarly Morning Bird Walk | Oct 13
Tuesday9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.Plainfield/Moosup

Ready, Set, Rec! — Ghoul School is back!

Plainfield Recreation and Senior Center Building — Recreation Craft Room — 482 Norwich Rd., Plainfield, CT 06374

No-school day program with Halloween crafts, costumes, Monster Mash, games and an inflatable slide. Cost: $25 resident/$30 nonresident.

Registration through Plainfield Recreation; $25 residents / $30 nonresidents. Age guidance: Grades K–6 Address: 482 Norwich Rd., Plainfield, CT 06374

FamilyPlainfield Recreation — Ready, Set, Rec!
Tuesday6:00–7:30 p.m.Thompson/North Grosvenordale

Art Show Reception for Annie Joly

Bob LaChance Meeting Room, Thompson Public Library — 934 Riverside Dr, North Grosvenordale, CT 06255-1701

Reception opening Annie Joly’s art-at-the-library show, on view during October 2026; light refreshments provided by the Friends of the Thompson Public Library.

No registration required; public library event Address: 934 Riverside Dr, North Grosvenordale, CT 06255-1701

Arts & cultureArt Show Reception for Annie Joly
Wednesday10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.Woodstock

Commission on Aging Health Fair & Vaccine Clinic

Woodstock Town Hall — 415 Route 169, Woodstock, CT 06281

Health fair and vaccine clinic hosted by Woodstock Commission on Aging.

Public service clinic; official page does not state a fee or registration requirement (not published). Age guidance: Senior-focused; official title identifies Commission on Aging; broader age eligibility not published. Address: 415 Route 169, Woodstock, CT 06281

Civic & servicesComm. on Aging - Health Fair & Vaccine Clinic
Wednesday6:00–7:30 p.m.Eastford

Maker’s Night: Sweater Pumpkins

Eastford Public Library — 179 Eastford Rd, Eastford, CT 06242

Make sweater pumpkins during the library’s October Maker’s Night.

Register for programmed events with Eastford Public Library, 860-974-0125; cost not published. Address: 179 Eastford Rd, Eastford, CT 06242

Learning & workshopsEastford Public Library Programs & Events
Wednesday6:00 p.m.Putnam

Halloween Spooktacular

Putnam Lodge of Elks #574 — 64 Edmond St, Putnam, CT

A Halloween social evening with music by JL Sound DJs; listed sponsors are Christopher Heights of Webster, Matulaitis Rehab & Skilled Care, Putnam Lions Club, and Putnam Lodge of Elks #574.

Admission and ticket terms are not stated in the current BaseLocal card. Age guidance: Adults age 50+ from any community. Address: 64 Edmond St, Putnam, CT

FamilyBaseLocal — Putnam events (current live listing)
Wednesday7:00 p.m.Plainfield/Moosup

Plainfield Special Town Meeting

Plainfield Town Hall — 8 Community Avenue, Plainfield, CT 06374

Agenda proposes repeal of Ordinance 120, modification of Ordinance 134, and acceptance of land at 0 Wauregan Road. These are pending questions, not adopted actions.

Eligible electors/citizens may attend and vote; consult the Town Clerk for full ordinance text. Age guidance: Eligible public audience as stated Address: 8 Community Avenue, Plainfield, CT 06374

Civic & servicesPlainfield Special Town Meeting — official notice
Thursday4:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.Killingly/Danielson

Tween Creepy Creations

Killingly Public Library — 25 Westcott Road, Danielson, CT 06239

Seasonal fall/spooky craft followed by a read-aloud ghost story.

Public library program; call 860-779-5383; cost not published Age guidance: Ages 8–12 Address: 25 Westcott Road, Danielson, CT 06239

Arts & cultureTween Creepy Creations detail
Thursday6:00–7:00 p.m.Hampton

Motor-vehicle assessment appeals

Hampton Town Hall Community Room — 164 Main Street, Hampton, CT

Board of Assessment Appeals hears eligible motor-vehicle assessment appeals during the published one-hour session.

Appear in person; solely motor-vehicle assessments on the October 1, 2025 Grand List. Confirm filing requirements with the Town. Age guidance: Eligible public audience as stated Address: 164 Main Street, Hampton, CT

Civic & servicesMotor-vehicle assessment appeals — official noticePDF(opens a PDF)
Thursday6:00 p.m.; Q&A followsKillingly/Danielson

CTDOT public information meeting: Quanduck Brook bridge replacement

Killingly Town Hall, Town Meeting Room — 172 Main Street, Danielson, CT 06239

CTDOT presentation and Q&A on replacing Bridge No. 05361 carrying Wright Road over Quanduck Brook; project 0068-0220. Estimated cost about $3.1 million; anticipated spring 2029 construction subject to funding, right-of-way and permits.

In-person public meeting; ADA accessible; public comments/questions accepted through Oct 29, 2026 Age guidance: General public Address: 172 Main Street, Danielson, CT 06239

Civic & servicesPublic Information Meeting on Replacement of Bridge over Quanduck Brook in Killingly
Thursday6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m.Putnam

Gender Basics, Humans First

The Bradley Playhouse — 30 Front Street, Putnam, CT 06260

A 90-minute introduction to understanding gender and gender diversity, presented by Sarah Gilbert, LCSW of Transitions Therapy LLC; the organizer says no prior knowledge is needed.

Free and open to the community. Address: 30 Front Street, Putnam, CT 06260

Learning & workshopsThe Bradley Playhouse — Shows (Upcoming Special Events)
Thursday7:30 p.m.Woodstock

Woodstock Plan of Conservation & Development public hearing

Woodstock Town Hall — 415 Route 169, Woodstock, CT 06281

Presentation and public hearing on consideration and possible adoption of the ten-year plan. No adoption outcome is asserted.

Public hearing; review agenda and presentation linked by the Town. Age guidance: Eligible public audience as stated Address: 415 Route 169, Woodstock, CT 06281

Civic & servicesWoodstock Plan of Conservation & Development public hearing — official notice
Friday10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.Killingly/Danielson

Kids Country Club

Killingly Public Library — 25 Westcott Road, Danielson, CT 06239

Educational program exploring a new country each month; October’s country is France.

Public library program; call 860-779-5383; cost not published Age guidance: All ages; homeschool-friendly Address: 25 Westcott Road, Danielson, CT 06239

Learning & workshopsKids Country Club detail
Friday11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.Plainfield/Moosup

Ruth Bergeron — Fall in Plainfield’s Past

Plainfield Recreation and Senior Center — Senior Center Dining Room — 482 Norwich Rd., Plainfield, CT 06374

Ruth Bergeron presentation on Plainfield’s past, including local agriculture, crops, fields, orchards, livestock and children’s fall activities. Cost: $0.

Public; free; official listing provides registration entry Age guidance: General audience; no age restriction published Address: 482 Norwich Rd., Plainfield, CT 06374

Learning & workshopsPlainfield Recreation — October in Plainfield, Fall into Fun!
Friday6:00–7:00 p.m.Hampton

Big Jump Concert

Hampton Community Center — 179 Main Street, Hampton, CT

Official Hampton calendar lists a Big Jump Concert at the Community Center. Cost and fuller program details are not published.

Official community-calendar listing; public access, admission and fuller program details not published. Confirm with the Town before attending. Address: 179 Main Street, Hampton, CT

Arts & cultureBig Jump Concert direct official listingOfficial Hampton Community Center location
FridayOct. 16, 17, 23 and 24: 7:30 p.m.; Oct. 18 and 25: 2:00 p.m.Putnam

Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap

The Bradley Playhouse — 30 Front Street, Putnam, CT 06260

Agatha Christie’s snowbound whodunit, directed by William Corriveau, with current BaseLocal cards for six remaining Oct. 16–25 performances.

Tickets required; current WINY flyer lists $28 adults / $25 seniors, students, military and first responders. Confirm current performance price when booking. Address: 30 Front Street, Putnam, CT 06260

Arts & cultureBaseLocal — Putnam events (current live listing)The Bradley Playhouse — Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap (legacy direct page)The Bradley Playhouse — Shows (Upcoming Special Events)WINY — Here’s What’s Happening / Rockin’ Scroll (current organizer flyers and public notices)
Saturday9:00 a.m.–noonWoodstock

Faith Bible Giant Giveaway

Faith Bible Evangelical Free Church — 587 Route 171, Woodstock, CT

The church’s Giant Giveaway flyer lists furniture, appliances, clothing, toys, books and more. Direct church-site access failed during this run, so logistics are attributed to its current flyer reproduced by WINY.

Public giveaway announced in the church flyer carried by WINY; contact the church for item availability and access details. Age guidance: No formal age limit published Address: 587 Route 171, Woodstock, CT

Civic & servicesWINY — Here’s What’s Happening / Rockin’ Scroll (current organizer flyers and public notices)
Saturday10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.Putnam

Great Pumpkin Festival

Downtown Putnam — Downtown Putnam, Putnam, CT

Creamery Brook Bison’s current participant page lists a downtown family festival with art and craft vendors, live music, children’s activities, the Official Great Pumpkin and pumpkin-themed menus.

Admission/access terms are not stated on the Creamery Brook Bison event page. Age guidance: Family-friendly activities are stated; no formal age limit is given. Address: Downtown Putnam, Putnam, CT

FamilyCreamery Brook Bison — Great Pumpkin Festival
Saturday10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.Putnam

Putnam Fire Open House

Putnam Fire Department — 189 Church Street, Putnam, CT 06260

Meet local firefighters, see an auto-extraction demonstration, tour fire trucks and visit the Kids Corner, according to the organizer flyer carried by WINY.

Public invitation in the organizer flyer; admission price not published. Questions: Lt. Mike Ciaramicoli, 508-523-9535. Age guidance: Kids Corner advertised; no formal age limit published. Address: 189 Church Street, Putnam, CT 06260

Civic & servicesWINY — Here’s What’s Happening / Rockin’ Scroll (current organizer flyers and public notices)
Saturday11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.Thompson/North Grosvenordale

Adult Garden Creativity: Fall 2026 — Dried Botanical Broom

Louis Faucher Community Center — Louis Faucher Community Center, North Grosvenordale, CT

Bemis Farms adult garden creativity workshop making a dried botanical broom.

Registration through Thompson Recreation; $50 residents / $55 nonresidents. Age guidance: 18–108 years Address: Louis Faucher Community Center, North Grosvenordale, CT

Learning & workshops2026 Adult Creativity with Bemis Farms
Saturday12:30 p.m.–1:30 p.m.Putnam

Pumpkin Painting

Putnam Public Library — Putnam Public Library, Putnam, CT

Pumpkin painting and Halloween treats with Miss Emma for ages 7–13. The published time is 12:30–1:30; confirm the afternoon timing because the blurb calls it a teen night.

Free per library calendar; registration required in person or by phone. Confirm availability with the library. Age guidance: Ages 7–13 Address: Putnam Public Library, Putnam, CT

FamilyPutnam Library Pumpkin Painting detailPutnam Library — October 2026 calendar and free-public-event policy
Saturday7:00–9:00 p.m.Pomfret

Mark Mandeville & Raianne Richards

The Vanilla Bean Cafe — 450 Deerfield Road, Pomfret, CT 06259

Folk concert by central Massachusetts songwriters Mark Mandeville and Raianne Richards, known for vocal harmonies, poetic lyrics, and storytelling.

Paid admission; $20 Age guidance: General audience; age restriction not stated Address: 450 Deerfield Road, Pomfret, CT 06259

Arts & cultureMark Mandeville & Raianne Richards
SaturdayOct. 16, 17, 23 and 24: 7:30 p.m.; Oct. 18 and 25: 2:00 p.m.Putnam

Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap

The Bradley Playhouse — 30 Front Street, Putnam, CT 06260

Agatha Christie’s snowbound whodunit, directed by William Corriveau, with current BaseLocal cards for six remaining Oct. 16–25 performances.

Tickets required; current WINY flyer lists $28 adults / $25 seniors, students, military and first responders. Confirm current performance price when booking. Address: 30 Front Street, Putnam, CT 06260

Arts & cultureBaseLocal — Putnam events (current live listing)The Bradley Playhouse — Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap (legacy direct page)The Bradley Playhouse — Shows (Upcoming Special Events)WINY — Here’s What’s Happening / Rockin’ Scroll (current organizer flyers and public notices)
SundayOct. 16, 17, 23 and 24: 7:30 p.m.; Oct. 18 and 25: 2:00 p.m.Putnam

Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap

The Bradley Playhouse — 30 Front Street, Putnam, CT 06260

Agatha Christie’s snowbound whodunit, directed by William Corriveau, with current BaseLocal cards for six remaining Oct. 16–25 performances.

Tickets required; current WINY flyer lists $28 adults / $25 seniors, students, military and first responders. Confirm current performance price when booking. Address: 30 Front Street, Putnam, CT 06260

Arts & cultureBaseLocal — Putnam events (current live listing)The Bradley Playhouse — Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap (legacy direct page)The Bradley Playhouse — Shows (Upcoming Special Events)WINY — Here’s What’s Happening / Rockin’ Scroll (current organizer flyers and public notices)
Sunday4:00–6:00 p.m.Pomfret

Irish Music Sessions

The Vanilla Bean Cafe — 450 Deerfield Road, Pomfret, CT 06259

Celtic music session with Mark Renburke, Abe Myler, and Andrew McIntosh; third-Sunday session with a featured set.

Free; players may bring an acoustic instrument; singers and listeners welcome Age guidance: General audience; age restriction not stated Address: 450 Deerfield Road, Pomfret, CT 06259

Arts & cultureIrish Music Sessions
Thursday5:00 p.m.Eastford

Adopt A Book fundraiser

Eastford Public Library — 179 Eastford Rd, Eastford, CT 06242

Annual library fundraiser; remaining books will stay on display and be available for purchase as a donation if attendees cannot attend.

Register for programmed events with Eastford Public Library, 860-974-0125; cost not published. Address: 179 Eastford Rd, Eastford, CT 06242

Arts & cultureEastford Public Library Programs & Events
Thursday6:00–7:00 p.m.Thompson/North Grosvenordale

Thompson Historical Society Presentation: The Many Mysteries of the Pond Lily Region of North Grosvenordale

Bob LaChance Meeting Room, Thompson Public Library — 934 Riverside Dr, North Grosvenordale, CT 06255-1701

Joe Iamartino presents what is known about the Pond Lily region near the French River, followed by open discussion of theories and legends. The described Pond Lily area is private land; this event is at the library.

No registration required; public library event Address: 934 Riverside Dr, North Grosvenordale, CT 06255-1701

Learning & workshopsThompson Historical Society Presentation detail
Friday7:00 p.m.Putnam

Zombie Fashion Show

Rotary Park — Rotary Park, Putnam, CT 06260

Halloween-themed runway event with DJ and MC, prizes for top two in each category, and a rain date of Oct 30.

Spectators welcome; online registration required for participants by Oct 22 at 11:59 PM Age guidance: Youth ages unborn–12; adults ages 13–undead; groups and corporate category Address: Rotary Park, Putnam, CT 06260

Arts & cultureDiscover Putnam — Zombie Fashion Show
FridayOct. 16, 17, 23 and 24: 7:30 p.m.; Oct. 18 and 25: 2:00 p.m.Putnam

Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap

The Bradley Playhouse — 30 Front Street, Putnam, CT 06260

Agatha Christie’s snowbound whodunit, directed by William Corriveau, with current BaseLocal cards for six remaining Oct. 16–25 performances.

Tickets required; current WINY flyer lists $28 adults / $25 seniors, students, military and first responders. Confirm current performance price when booking. Address: 30 Front Street, Putnam, CT 06260

Arts & cultureBaseLocal — Putnam events (current live listing)The Bradley Playhouse — Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap (legacy direct page)The Bradley Playhouse — Shows (Upcoming Special Events)WINY — Here’s What’s Happening / Rockin’ Scroll (current organizer flyers and public notices)
SaturdaySaturday gates open 6:00 a.m.; Sunday public hours not publishedBrooklyn

Brooklyn Swap Meet

Brooklyn Fairgrounds — 15 Fairgrounds Road, Brooklyn, CT 06234

Vendors and spectators gather for the fall swap meet, October 24–25. The organizer’s Sunday clear-by-7-PM instruction is a breakdown deadline, not verified public closing hours; ask about Sunday hours.

$5 admission; free parking; vendor spaces $20 outdoor/$30 indoor Age guidance: General public; no age restriction published Address: 15 Fairgrounds Road, Brooklyn, CT 06234

FamilyBrooklyn Swap MeetFairgrounds event schedule
Saturday10:30 a.m.Eastford

Children’s Halloween Craft

Eastford Public Library — 179 Eastford Rd, Eastford, CT 06242

Halloween craft program for children.

Register for programmed events with Eastford Public Library, 860-974-0125; cost not published. Age guidance: Children Address: 179 Eastford Rd, Eastford, CT 06242

FamilyEastford Public Library Programs & Events
SaturdayOct. 16, 17, 23 and 24: 7:30 p.m.; Oct. 18 and 25: 2:00 p.m.Putnam

Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap

The Bradley Playhouse — 30 Front Street, Putnam, CT 06260

Agatha Christie’s snowbound whodunit, directed by William Corriveau, with current BaseLocal cards for six remaining Oct. 16–25 performances.

Tickets required; current WINY flyer lists $28 adults / $25 seniors, students, military and first responders. Confirm current performance price when booking. Address: 30 Front Street, Putnam, CT 06260

Arts & cultureBaseLocal — Putnam events (current live listing)The Bradley Playhouse — Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap (legacy direct page)The Bradley Playhouse — Shows (Upcoming Special Events)WINY — Here’s What’s Happening / Rockin’ Scroll (current organizer flyers and public notices)
Saturday7:30 p.m. (doors 6:30 p.m.)Woodstock

Double Vision — Foreigner Experience

Loos Center for the Arts — 150 Route 169, Woodstock, CT 06281

Foreigner tribute performance with two 45-minute sets and a 20-minute intermission; free parking across the street.

Ticketed; $41-$61; ages 4+; tickets via venue. Age guidance: Ages 4 and up. Address: 150 Route 169, Woodstock, CT 06281

Arts & cultureDouble Vision | Loos Center for the Arts
SundayOct. 16, 17, 23 and 24: 7:30 p.m.; Oct. 18 and 25: 2:00 p.m.Putnam

Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap

The Bradley Playhouse — 30 Front Street, Putnam, CT 06260

Agatha Christie’s snowbound whodunit, directed by William Corriveau, with current BaseLocal cards for six remaining Oct. 16–25 performances.

Tickets required; current WINY flyer lists $28 adults / $25 seniors, students, military and first responders. Confirm current performance price when booking. Address: 30 Front Street, Putnam, CT 06260

Arts & cultureBaseLocal — Putnam events (current live listing)The Bradley Playhouse — Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap (legacy direct page)The Bradley Playhouse — Shows (Upcoming Special Events)WINY — Here’s What’s Happening / Rockin’ Scroll (current organizer flyers and public notices)
Tuesday6:00 p.m.Eastford

Grim Reader’s Book Club: Stephen King double feature

Eastford Public Library — 179 Eastford Rd, Eastford, CT 06242

Discussion of Stephen King’s Pet Sematary and Cujo; both books are available to check out.

Register for programmed events with Eastford Public Library, 860-974-0125; cost not published. Address: 179 Eastford Rd, Eastford, CT 06242

Arts & cultureEastford Public Library Programs & Events
Wednesday6:00 p.m.Eastford

Paranormal Author Event with the Radikals

Eastford Public Library — 179 Eastford Rd, Eastford, CT 06242

Paranormal author event with the Radikals.

Register for programmed events with Eastford Public Library, 860-974-0125; cost not published. Address: 179 Eastford Rd, Eastford, CT 06242

Arts & cultureEastford Public Library Programs & Events
Thursday6:30 p.m.Eastford

Spooky Trivia Night

Eastford Public Library — 179 Eastford Rd, Eastford, CT 06242

Jeremy Barlow hosts a spooky trivia night.

Register for programmed events with Eastford Public Library, 860-974-0125; cost not published. Address: 179 Eastford Rd, Eastford, CT 06242

Arts & cultureEastford Public Library Programs & Events
FridayFriday, Oct. 30: 7:00 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 31: 7:00 p.m. and 11:59 p.m. (as rendered on the organizer’s current show page)Putnam

The Rocky Horror Show

The Bradley Playhouse — 30 Front Street, Putnam, CT 06260

The Complex Performing and Creative Arts Centre presents Richard O’Brien’s audience-participation rock ’n’ roll sci-fi gothic musical at the Bradley.

Ticketed via the organizer’s AudienceView link; no show-specific price was readable or entered. Address: 30 Front Street, Putnam, CT 06260

Arts & cultureBaseLocal — Putnam events (current live listing)The Bradley Playhouse — Shows (Upcoming Special Events)
Saturday5:30–7:30 p.m.Eastford

Haunted Library

Eastford Public Library — 179 Eastford Rd, Eastford, CT 06242

Family Halloween event at the library.

Register for programmed events with Eastford Public Library, 860-974-0125; cost not published. Age guidance: Families Address: 179 Eastford Rd, Eastford, CT 06242

FamilyEastford Public Library Programs & Events
Saturday6:00–7:00 p.m.Hampton

Library Porch Trick or Treat

Fletcher Memorial Library Porch — Fletcher Memorial Library, 257 Main St, Hampton, CT 06247

Fletcher Memorial Library’s October 2026 calendar lists Trick or Treat on the library porch.

Not stated; verify with library. Address: Fletcher Memorial Library, 257 Main St, Hampton, CT 06247

FamilyFletcher Memorial Library October 2026 calendar PDFPDF(opens a PDF)
SaturdayFriday, Oct. 30: 7:00 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 31: 7:00 p.m. and 11:59 p.m. (as rendered on the organizer’s current show page)Putnam

The Rocky Horror Show

The Bradley Playhouse — 30 Front Street, Putnam, CT 06260

The Complex Performing and Creative Arts Centre presents Richard O’Brien’s audience-participation rock ’n’ roll sci-fi gothic musical at the Bradley.

Ticketed via the organizer’s AudienceView link; no show-specific price was readable or entered. Address: 30 Front Street, Putnam, CT 06260

Arts & cultureBaseLocal — Putnam events (current live listing)The Bradley Playhouse — Shows (Upcoming Special Events)
Saturday9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.Canterbury

Christmas Craft Sale & Basket Raffle

Canterbury Town Hall Community Room — 1 Municipal Drive, Canterbury, CT 06331

First-ever Christmas Craft Sale & Basket Raffle hosted by the Canterbury Historical Society. Vendor inquiries are invited via email/phone/Facebook Messenger.

Public event; admission cost not published. Vendor tables are limited; vendor rental is $20/table. Address: 1 Municipal Drive, Canterbury, CT 06331

Arts & cultureCanterbury Historical Society EventsChristmas Craft Sale & Basket Raffle
Saturday7:30 p.m. (doors 6:30 p.m.)Woodstock

Taylor • Simon • King

Loos Center for the Arts — 150 Route 169, Woodstock, CT 06281

Tribute production celebrating James Taylor, Carly Simon and Carole King; two 45-minute sets with a 20-minute intermission.

Ticketed; $41-$61; ages 4+; tickets via venue. Age guidance: Ages 4 and up. Address: 150 Route 169, Woodstock, CT 06281

Arts & cultureTaylor • Simon • King | Loos Center for the Arts
Saturday1:30–2:30 p.m.Killingly/Danielson

Dirty Blue Shirts presentation

Killingly Historical Center — 196 Main Street, Danielson, CT 06239

Killingly Historical & Genealogical Society lists an upcoming local-history presentation titled Dirty Blue Shirts.

Published Society presentation; admission/registration details not published. Address: 196 Main Street, Danielson, CT 06239

Arts & cultureKillingly Historical & Genealogical Society — upcoming presentation
Saturday7:30 p.m. (doors 6:30 p.m.)Woodstock

Bruce In The USA

Loos Center for the Arts — 150 Route 169, Woodstock, CT 06281

Bruce Springsteen & E Street Band tribute performance; two 45-minute sets with a 20-minute intermission.

Ticketed; $41-$61; ages 4+; tickets via venue. Age guidance: Ages 4 and up. Address: 150 Route 169, Woodstock, CT 06281

Arts & cultureBruce In The USA | Loos Center for the Arts
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Farmers markets

Putnam

Putnam Saturday Farmers Market

Riverview Marketplace (open-air roofed pavilion along the Putnam River Trail) — 18 Kennedy Drive, Putnam, CT

18 Kennedy Drive, Putnam, CT

Saturdays, 10:00 AM–1:00 PM · June 6–October 31, 2026

No shopper benefit acceptance is confirmed by this source. The vendor application asks food vendors whether they will honor Daily Bread Coupons; that is not evidence that all vendors or the market accept them.

Putnam Saturday Farmers Market 2026 Farmer/Food Part-Time Vendor Application (official municipal PDF)

Seasonal recipe

Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Soup

A seasonal squash-and-apple soup adapted from UNH Extension; makes about 6–8 one-cup servings. An adult should handle peeling the squash and blending hot liquid.

  • 2 cups vegetable stock or broth
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
  • 1 medium carrot, peeled and diced
  • 1 Granny Smith apple, cored and diced
  • 1 medium butternut squash, peeled, seeded and diced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1/8 teaspoon sage
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Pinch of ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup milk

Combine the broth, garlic, carrot, apple, squash, onion and seasonings in a slow cooker. Cook 6–8 hours on low or 3–4 hours on high, until the squash is completely tender. Stir in the milk, then carefully puree in small batches, starting at low speed; hot liquid expands. Follow your blender’s hot-liquid instructions.

Allergens: Contains milk, a common allergen. Check the vegetable-broth label for additional allergens; use a clearly labeled allergen-safe broth if needed.

Winter Squash Fresh from Farmers Market — UNH Extension

Community corner

Killingly/Danielson

Spooky Killingly Writing Contest

Killingly Public Library is accepting original Connecticut-set spooky stories Oct. 1–31, 2026, with Kids (6–12), Teens (13–18) and Adults (19+) categories. Entries must be emailed to media@killinglypl.org; PG-13, minimum two sentences/maximum 10 pages; no plagiarism or AI-generated content.

Submit an eligible original story by Oct. 31, 2026; questions via the library or media@killinglypl.org.

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Putnam

Putnam WPCA hydrant flushing route notice

WINY’s current WPCA street schedule lists Tuesday, October 13 as the last day of Putnam’s October 2–13 flushing program.

Check the published Day Seven route and contact the Town/WPCA for operational questions; temporary discoloration may occur.

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Thompson/North Grosvenordale

Thompson facilities closed Monday

The Town Hall, Library/Community Center and Public Works are closed Monday, October 12, 2026, according to the current Town alert.

Plan municipal/library visits for another day; use the Town’s current contact information for urgent questions.

Source

Brooklyn

Town offices closed Oct. 12 for holiday

Brooklyn’s Town Offices are closed Monday, October 12, 2026, for Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples' Day.

Plan town-service visits for another day; check the town calendar for current meeting information.

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Canterbury

Speak at the Board of Education public-comment period

The Oct 13 Board of Education agenda includes a public-comments section for citizens to express opinions concerning the district educational program; speakers should give names and addresses and the chair may set reasonable time limits.

Attend the Oct 13 meeting at 6pm at Dr. Helen Baldwin Middle School Media Center and follow the agenda’s public-comment instructions.

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Putnam

Disaster Action Team volunteer training

An official Eastford notice announces Red Cross Disaster Action Team volunteer training in Putnam on Saturday, October 24, 9 AM–5 PM, to help residents after home fires. The flyer does not publish an exact training venue.

Register through the flyer QR code or ask Sue Bolen at sue.bolen@redcross.org for the venue and registration help.

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Hampton

South Bigelow Road alternate-route notice

Hampton’s current homepage carries a notice scheduling South Bigelow Road milling and repaving to begin Thursday, October 8, and advising alternate travel routes.

Check current work conditions before traveling; no completion date or confirmed October12 work status is published.

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Hampton

Hampton PoCD 2026 survey

The Town of Hampton is asking residents to participate in its Plan of Conservation and Development survey.

Complete the survey at https://surveymonkey.com/r/HamptonPoCD2026; deadline is not stated.

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Pomfret

Town offices reopen Tuesday at 8:30 AM

The October 6 notice says Pomfret offices are closed Monday, October 12, and reopen Tuesday, October 13 at 8:30 AM.

Plan in-person Town business for Tuesday and confirm department hours.

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Business Beat

No verified openings, closings or moves this week

No opening, closing, relocation, expansion or dated ownership transfer cleared the evidence threshold this week. WINY’s October 10 Henry’s Diner and Variety open-house item identifies a “new owner,” but does not establish the date of a new ownership transfer; we are not presenting the diner as newly opened. No rumor or directory listing label is converted into business news.

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Civic Briefing · Killingly

Sample ballots for November 3

The October 5 official notice directs residents to the November 3 State General Election sample ballots. This is posted voter information, not a policy decision. Review the linked ballot and ask the Town Clerk at 860-779-5307 about questions.

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Civic Briefing · Woodstock

Ten-year plan hearing Thursday

The Town’s October 8 prior-week notice links the agenda and presentation for consideration and possible adoption of the ten-year plan. This is a pending proposal, not a completed vote. See Thursday’s calendar entry for attendance logistics.

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Civic Briefing · Woodstock

Early voting begins October 19

The October 7 notice schedules early voting at Town Hall, 415 Route 169, October 19–November 1, 10 AM–6 PM. October 27 and 29 have extended 8 AM–8 PM hours; use the back-door entrance. Confirm election-specific eligibility or absentee questions with the Town Clerk.

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Civic Briefing · Brooklyn

State-election information posted

The October 5 Town notice links the Brooklyn 2026 Election Voting Guide and Connecticut absentee-voting-rules flyer. The flyer details were not extracted in this run, so this brief does not infer polling stations or deadlines. Read the linked official guide or ask the Town before acting.

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Civic Briefing · Canterbury

October 6 Selectmen meeting cancelled

The October 6 official release and its attached notice cancel that day’s Board of Selectmen meeting. They do not state a reason or replacement date. Check the Town’s later meeting notices; no vote or adopted action is inferred from the cancellation.

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Joke & trivia

Joke of the week

Why did the leaf go to school? To turn over a new leaf.

Trivia

How many towns make up The Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor?

Before you go: Before traveling, confirm event dates and times, market season and hours, admission, registration, age guidance, accessibility, menus and performance details directly with the organizer or venue.

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