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Putnam
42 datesSeptember 2026
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 · Lunch 11:30 a.m.; bingo 12:00 p.m.
Putnam Senior Lunch and Bingo
Putnam Municipal Complex, 200 School Street
Putnam Recreation Department and Commission on Aging lunch followed by bingo.
Thursday, September 17, 2026 · Lunch 11:30 a.m.; Painting with Pat 1:00 p.m.
Putnam Senior Lunch and Painting with Pat
Putnam Municipal Complex, 200 School Street
Putnam Recreation Department and Commission on Aging lunch followed by a painting session.
Thursday, September 17, 2026 · 6:00 p.m.
Free Concert: The Lesters
Rotary Park
Putnam Baptist Church presents an outdoor concert featuring The Lesters.
Friday, September 18, 2026 · 7:30 p.m.
Movie Night: Jurassic Park
Bradley Playhouse, 30 Front Street
Screening of the 1993 science-fiction adventure film; the official venue listing supplies the current 2026 context.
Friday, September 18, 2026 · Doors 11:00 a.m.; lunch 12:00 p.m.
Community Meal at Living Faith United Methodist Church
Living Faith United Methodist Church, Grove Street
A free community lunch open to everyone.
Friday, September 18, 2026 · 11:30 a.m.
Putnam Senior Lunch
Putnam Municipal Complex, 200 School Street
Lunch from the Putnam Recreation Department and Commission on Aging.
Saturday, September 19, 2026 · 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Quiet Corner Community Baby Shower
Hale YMCA, 9 Technology Park Drive
TEEG event with local-resource connections and advertised giveaways.
Saturday, September 19, 2026 · 7:30 p.m.
Scott Higgins Comedy All Stars
Bradley Playhouse, 30 Front Street
Stand-up program with Andrew Kennedy, Philip Anthony, Stephanie White, and Lucas Estrella.
Saturday, September 19, 2026 · 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Putnam Saturday Farmers Market
Putnam Farmers Market Pavilion, 18 Kennedy Drive
Weekly Saturday market at the Kennedy Drive pavilion.
Saturday, September 19, 2026 · 5:00–9:00 p.m.
Chrome N' Steel Veteran Riders Roast Beef Dinner
Putnam Elks, 64 Edmond Street
Roast beef dinner with music and raffles hosted by the veteran riders group.
Sunday, September 20, 2026 · Check-in 8:00 a.m.; kids' fun run 9:00 a.m.; 5K 9:30 a.m.
NOW 5K Run/Walk
Registration at the old Lake Tavern
Kids' fun run, 5K run and walk, then awards, music, food, drink, and family activities from 10:30 a.m.
Thursday, Thursdays through December 3, 2026 · 6–7:30 p.m.
GriefShare Grief Support Group
Living Faith United Methodist Church, 53 Grove Street
Weekly support group for people grieving the death of a spouse, child, family member or friend.
Saturday, September 26, 2026 · Doors 12:00 p.m.
Bravofest
Charlee Bravo's, 9 Grove Street
Multi-genre music benefit for Homes For Our Troops; food included. The beneficiary's registration page says noon, which controls over a 1:00 p.m. publicity release.
Saturday, September 26, 2026 · 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Furniture and Bicycle Giveaway
Living Faith UMC Barn, 26 Eden Street
Free household furniture and bicycles, first come first served.
Sunday, September 27, 2026 · 12:00 p.m.; end time not stated
Makers Market: Montana Nights — last call for vendors
Montana Nights, 50 Providence Pike
Makers market at Montana Nights. Last call for vendors: a 10x10 space is $45 for this event only, and vendors get a vendor spotlight in the paid event advertisement.
Sunday, September 27, 2026 · 2:00 p.m.
RRS Oasis Rainforest Reptiles: Goose's Gotcha Day
Bradley Playhouse, 30 Front Street
Animal encounters and anniversary benefit for RRS Oasis Animal Sanctuary and the theater.
Sunday, September 27, 2026 · 5–6:30 p.m.
11th Annual Chicken BBQ
Knights of Columbus, 68 Providence Street
Half chicken, baked potato, salad and roll dinner at the Knights of Columbus.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026 · Time as listed by the school
Back to School Parent Mixer
Putnam High School, 152 Woodstock Avenue
An evening for parents to meet staff and each other.
October 2026
Thursday, October 1, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Veterans Only Food Share
Putnam Farmers Market Pavilion, 18 Kennedy Drive
Monthly food share — next session October 1.
Sunday, October 4, 2026 · 10 a.m. – 12 noon, kids fun run at 11:30 a.m.
Road to Wellness
Putnam Riverview Marketplace Pavilion
Hale YMCA fundraiser supporting wellness programs including LIVESTRONG.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 · 5:30 p.m.
Free Seminar on Sustainable Weight Loss
32 South Main Street
Talk with Dr. Joseph Botta and the BMAW team on the components of metabolic health.
Monday, Registration deadline October 12, 2026; setup by October 15 · Setup deadline 12 noon October 15
17th Annual Scarecrow Contest
Downtown Putnam
Businesses, organizations, groups and individuals build scarecrows for the annual downtown contest.
Friday – Tuesday, October 2 – October 13, 2026 · Daily, by street groups
Town of Putnam Hydrant Flushing
Town-wide, Putnam
Municipal water line flushing scheduled daily by street groups across the town.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 · 6–8 p.m.
Senior Spooktacular Halloween Dance
Putnam Elks, 64 Edmond Street
Halloween dance for seniors with music by JL Sound.
Saturday, October 17, 2026 · Marathon/relay 8:00 a.m.; half 8:30; 10K 9:00
Tackle the Trail
Point-to-point route ending in Putnam · Finish festival at Hale YMCA, 9 Technology Park Drive
Point-to-point trail marathon, half marathon, 10K, and team relay on the Air Line State Park Trail corridor.
Saturday, October 17, 2026 · 9:00 a.m.; arrive by 8:50
TackleJR
Putnam Lions Memorial Dog Park, Kennedy Drive
Half-mile children's run finishing at Hale YMCA; each participant receives a finisher medal.
Saturday, October 17, 2026 · 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Great Pumpkin Festival
Downtown Putnam; exact street address not published
Vendors, crafts and art, live music, children's activities, and pumpkin-themed menus; the Town's October 17 date controls over a stale organizer page.
Saturday, October 17, 2026 · 1–4 p.m.
Trunk or Treat with Walmart 1980
Putnam Walmart, store 1980
Trunk or treat in the Walmart parking lot.
Friday, October 23, 2026 · 7:00 p.m.; rain date October 30
Zombie Fashion Show
Rotary Park, 190 Kennedy Drive
Halloween runway competition with prizes and DJ music.
Sunday, October 25, 2026 · 4 p.m.
Harlem Wizards
Putnam Middle School
Harlem Wizards exhibition basketball game.
Thursday, October 29, 2026 · 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Lights Beyond the Shadows — Domestic Violence Fundraiser
Montana Nights
Evening fundraiser at Montana Nights in Putnam supporting domestic violence awareness and support, organized by Smoke and Mirrors, Beauty Loft, United Services of Connecticut, and Montana Nights Axe Throwing.
Friday, October 30 and 31 and November 1, 2026 · October 30 and 31 at 7 p.m.; November 1 at midnight
Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show
The Bradley Playhouse, 30 Front Street
The Rocky Horror Show at the Bradley Playhouse, including a midnight Halloween-night performance.
November 2026
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 · 6–8 p.m.
Senior Football Dance Party
Putnam Elks, 64 Edmond Street
Football-themed senior dance with music by JL Sound.
Saturday, November 14, 2026 · 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Young Entrepreneur Showcase and Vendor Fair
Putnam Middle School
Vendor fair hosted by the Putnam Middle School PTO, with a showcase for young entrepreneurs.
December 2026
Wednesday, December 9, 2026 · 6–8 p.m.
Jingle All the Way Senior Dance
Putnam Elks Lodge, 64 Edmond Street
Holiday senior dance with music by JL Sound and photos with Santa.
January 2027
Friday, January 29 – February 7, 2027 · Show times not stated
Ken Ludwig's A Comedy of Tenors
The Bradley Playhouse, 30 Front Street
Bradley Playhouse 2027 season opener.
February 2027
Saturday, February 6, 2027 · 12–8 p.m.
Fire and Ice Festival
Downtown Putnam
Downtown Putnam's winter Fire and Ice Festival.
April 2027
Friday, April 23 – May 9, 2027 · Show times not stated
Anastasia the Musical
The Bradley Playhouse, 30 Front Street
Bradley Playhouse production of Anastasia the Musical.
June 2027
Thursday, June 3–6, 2027 · Show times not stated
R&J: Romeo and Juliet
The Bradley Playhouse, 30 Front Street
Bradley Playhouse production of Romeo and Juliet.
July 2027
Friday, July 23 – August 7, 2027 · Show times not stated
Come From Away
The Bradley Playhouse, 30 Front Street
Bradley Playhouse audience-choice production of Come From Away.
October 2027
Saturday, October 9–25, 2027 · Show times not stated
Arsenic and Old Lace
The Bradley Playhouse, 30 Front Street
Bradley Playhouse audience-choice production of Arsenic and Old Lace.
December 2027
Friday, December 3–19, 2027 · Show times not stated
Scrooge & Marley: A Christmas Carol
The Bradley Playhouse, 30 Front Street
Bradley Playhouse holiday production adapted from Dickens.
Danielson
23 datesSeptember 2026
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 · Doors 5:00 p.m.; games 7:00 p.m.
Bingo at St. James Church
St. James Church
Evening bingo with the kitchen open.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 · 12:00 p.m.
Community Kitchens
United Methodist Church of Danielson, 9 Spring Street
Midday community meal at the United Methodist Church.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 · 1:30 p.m.
Killingly Senior Movies: “Arthur the King”
Killingly Community Center, Broad Street
Killingly Parks and Recreation afternoon movie screening.
Thursday, September 17, 2026 · 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
CT Job Fair
Killingly Public Library, 25 Westcott Road
Connecticut Department of Labor and Eastern CT Workforce Investment Board connect job seekers with named regional employers.
Saturday, September 19, 2026 · 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Northeast Connecticut Farmers Market
Killingly Library, Westcott Road
Saturday morning market outside the Killingly Library.
Saturday, September 19–30, 2026 · Library hours; runs through September 30
The American Revolution Experience (traveling exhibit)
Killingly Public Library, 25 Westcott Road
A traveling exhibit on the American Revolution, on display at the Killingly Public Library.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 · 2:00–3:00 p.m.
Fraud Prevention
Killingly Public Library, 25 Westcott Road
Jewett City Savings Bank guests discuss identifying scams and protecting personal information.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026 · 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Picky Eating Workshop
Killingly Public Library, 25 Westcott Road
A licensed occupational and feeding therapist shares parent strategies and answers questions.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026 · See the posted agenda
Danielson Borough public hearing — firefighter protective clothing
Danielson Borough — see the posted agenda for the meeting place
A public hearing on spending for firefighter protective clothing. Residents may speak.
Thursday, September 24, 2026 · 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Access Health CT Enrollment Help
Killingly Public Library, 25 Westcott Road
One-on-one help with health-insurance enrollment.
Friday, Fourth Friday of each month — next September 25, 2026 · Doors 4 p.m., dinner 5 p.m., takeout from 5:30 p.m. when available
Be Our Guest Dinner
The Cornerstone Baptist Church, 247 Broad Street
Free community dinner served on the fourth Friday of each month.
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 · 5:30–6:30 p.m.
The Beatles
Killingly Public Library, 25 Westcott Road
Multimedia talk using visuals and recordings.
October 2026
Saturday, October 3, 2026 · 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Halloween Costume Swap
Killingly Public Library, 25 Westcott Road
Bring clean, gently used costumes to swap; unclaimed costumes will be donated.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 · 1 p.m.
Afternoon Movie: 9 to 5
Killingly Community Center, 185 Broad Street
Afternoon movie screening at the community center. Running time 1 hour 50 minutes.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 · 1 p.m.
Afternoon Movie: The Life List
Killingly Community Center, 185 Broad Street
Afternoon movie screening at the community center. Running time 2 hours 5 minutes.
Thursday, October 15, 2026 · 6:00 p.m.
Wright Road Bridge Public Information Meeting
Killingly Town Hall, 172 Main Street
CTDOT presents its proposed bridge replacement and takes questions; written comments remain open through October 29.
Saturday, October 17, 2026 · 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
2nd Annual Holiday Bazaar Fundraiser
The Cornerstone Baptist Church, 247 Broad Street
Fundraising bazaar with raffle baskets, baked goods, gift and craft items and vendors.
Saturday, October 17, 2026 · 1–3 p.m.
The Great Danielson Pumpkin Patch
Fenced yard behind the church, 9 Spring Street
Pick a pumpkin, paint it, play yard games, with free popcorn and water.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026 · 1 p.m.
Afternoon Movie: Sarah's Oil
Killingly Community Center, 185 Broad Street
Afternoon movie screening at the community center. Running time 1 hour 44 minutes.
Friday, October 23, 2026 · 6 p.m.
Hocus Pocus on the Lawn
Westfield Lawn
Outdoor Halloween movie night co-sponsored by KPRD and Westfield Church.
Saturday, October 24, 2026 · 4:30 p.m.
Quilts of Valor Fundraiser
Danielson Elks Lodge #1706, 13 Center Street
Quilts of Valor ceremony with cocktail hour, prime rib dinner and karaoke honoring veterans.
Saturday, October 24, 2026 · 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
3rd Annual Ellis Tech PFO Craft and Vendor Event
Ellis Technical High School, 613 Upper Maple Street
Craft and vendor event hosted by the Ellis Tech Parent Faculty Organization.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026 · 1 p.m.
Afternoon Movie: The Curse of Bridge Hollow
Killingly Community Center, 185 Broad Street
Afternoon movie screening at the community center. Running time 1 hour 31 minutes.
Woodstock
17 datesSeptember 2026
Friday, September 18, 2026 · Registration 6:15–7:15 a.m.; shotgun start 7:30 a.m.
Men's Prep Basketball Golf Classic
Raceway Golf Course
Eighteen holes with contests, raffles, and a hot buffet following play.
Saturday, September 19, 2026 · Registration 7:45 a.m.
Civilian Marksmanship Program
Putnam Fish & Game Club, 110 Stone Bridge Road
Thirty-round marksmanship session at the club range.
Saturday, September 19, 2026 · 12:00–3:00 p.m.
Fall Chicken BBQ
Putnam Fish & Game Club, 110 Stone Bridge Road
Chicken barbecue at the Putnam Fish & Game Club.
Thursday, September 24, 2026 · 4:30–6 p.m.
Ham and Bean Dinner
Senexet Grange, 628 Route 169
Dine in or take out ham and bean dinner at the Grange.
Saturday, September 26, 2026 · 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Faith Bible Church Giant Giveaway
Faith Bible Church, 587 Route 171
Giveaway of furniture, appliances, clothing, toys, books, and household items.
Saturday, September 26, 2026 · 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Design Open House 2026
3 Route 171
Open house showing kitchen, bathroom and outdoor living project ideas.
Saturday and Sunday, September 26–27, 2026 · Times not stated
Explore Woodstock Fall Shop Hop
Participating Woodstock businesses
A weekend of shopping across Woodstock businesses with a stamp card and prize drawings.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026 · See the posted warning
Woodstock Special Town Meeting
Woodstock — see the posted warning for the meeting place
A special town meeting. Residents may attend and speak.
October 2026
Friday, October 2, 2026 · 7:30 p.m.; doors 6:30, seating 7:00
Magic of Motown
Loos Center for the Arts, 150 Route 169
Two-set Motown revue with an intermission.
Friday, October 2, 2026 · 6–9 p.m.
40 Years of Service Free Concert — The Great Garage Band
NEPS, 312 Route 169, South Woodstock
Free outdoor concert marking NEPS' 40th year, with The Great Garage Band.
Sunday, October 4, 2026 · Arrive from 8:00 a.m.; starts 8:30–10:30; lunch noon–2:00
Ride for Open Space
65 Cabbage Hill Road
Seven-mile Wyndham Land Trust equestrian fundraiser through protected land.
Saturday, October 10, 2026 · 1:30–4:30 p.m.; finale 7:30 p.m.
Layālaya Global Arts Festival
Loos Center, 150 Route 169
Global arts program with artists from six countries and Woodstock Academy student ensembles; October 7–9 activities have not been announced and are omitted.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 · 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Senior Health Fair and Vaccine Clinic
Town Hall, 415 Route 169
Health fair with flu and COVID vaccines.
Saturday–Sunday, October 17–18, 2026 · 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. both days
Roseland Cottage Fine Arts & Crafts Festival
556 Route 169
Juried show with 180 artisans, live music, food vendors, and first-floor cottage tours; rain or shine.
Saturday, October 24, 2026 · 7:30 p.m.
Double Vision — The Foreigner Experience
Loos Center for the Arts
Foreigner tribute concert at the Loos Center.
November 2026
Saturday, November 7, 2026 · 7:30 p.m.
A Tribute to Taylor, Simon and King: 3 American Troubadours
Hosted by the Loos Center for the Arts
Tribute concert starring James Gedeon, Lisa Sherman and Alice Leon.
Saturday, November 14, 2026 · 7:30 p.m.
Bruce in the USA
Loos Center for the Arts
Bruce Springsteen tribute concert at the Loos Center.
North Grosvenordale
16 datesSeptember 2026
Thursday, September 17, 2026 · Doors 5:00 p.m.
Bingo at St. Joseph's Church
St. Joseph's Church
Evening bingo at St. Joseph's.
Saturday, September 19, 2026 · 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Thompson Rod & Gun Club Annual Clam Bake
Thompson Rod & Gun Club
The club's annual clam bake, tickets in advance only.
Saturday, September 19, 2026 · 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Flea Market, Yard & Bake Sale
St. Stephen Parish Center, Route 197, Quinebaug
Parish flea market, yard sale, and bake sale in Quinebaug; it continues Sunday.
Sunday, September 20, 2026 · 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Flea Market, Yard & Bake Sale
St. Stephen Parish Center, Route 197, Quinebaug
Second day of the parish flea market, yard sale, and bake sale in Quinebaug.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 · Time as listed by the library
Book Speed Dating
Thompson Public Library, 934 Riverside Drive
Short introductions to a stack of books, to help you find your next read.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026 · Time as listed by the library
Roll and Play
Thompson Public Library, 934 Riverside Drive
Drop-in play session for young children and their grown-ups.
Thursday, September 24, 2026 · Time as listed by the library
Tech Help
Thompson Public Library, 934 Riverside Drive
One-to-one help with phones, tablets and laptops.
Saturday, Monday–Tuesday, September 26 and September 28–29, 2026 · Sat. 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.; Mon.–Tue. 10:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Friends of Thompson Library Annual Book Sale
Thompson Public Library, 934 Riverside Drive
Three-day Friends book sale in changing library community rooms.
Sunday, September 27, 2026 · 10 a.m. until sell-out
Polish Dinner
Community Fire Department, 862 Riverside Drive
Pierogi, golumpki and kapusta dinners served until they sell out.
October 2026
Saturday, October 3, 2026 · 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.; rain date Sunday, October 4
Thompson Community Day
Riverside Park, 815 Riverside Drive
Community awards, school music, Lickity Split concert, food trucks, classic cars, family activities, vendors, and public-safety displays; exact concert time not published.
Saturday, October 3, 2026 · 4–7 p.m.
Fall Chicken BBQ
East Thompson Volunteer Fire Department, 530 East Thompson Road
Take-out chicken BBQ dinner at the East Thompson fire station.
Wednesday, First Wednesday of the month, May through October — next October 7, 2026 · Doors open 5 p.m.
Defenders of Charity Monthly Dinner
American Legion, 17 Thompson Hill Road
Monthly benefit dinner hosted by Defenders of Charity.
Monday, October 12, 2026 · 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Halloween Costume Giveaway
TEEG
Free Halloween costumes for local families, organized by the Putnam Rotary Interact Club.
Saturday, October 31, 2026 · 4–7 p.m.
Trunk or Treat at Valley Springs Sportsman's Club
Valley Springs Sportsman's Club, 65 Valley Road
First trunk or treat at the club, with a spooky hayride.
November 2026
Saturday, November 7, 2026 · 6 p.m.
Dueling Pianos featuring Savage Pianos
The Raceway Restaurant and Banquet Hall, Thompson
Dueling pianos night benefiting Day Kimball Health At Home.
Saturday and Sunday, November 21–22, 2026 · 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
5th Annual Christmas Market
Thompson Raceway, Thompson
Indoor and outdoor holiday market with local vendors, food trucks, live music and photo mini sessions.
Pomfret
13 datesSeptember 2026
Friday, September 18, 2026 · 5:00–7:00 p.m.
Jean-Paul Jacquet “MIXED BAG” Reception
Pomfret Public Library, 449 Pomfret Street
Meet the Pomfret artist and view his fall exhibit.
Saturday, September 19, 2026 · 12:00–4:00 p.m.
Pomfret Fall Festival
Pomfret Recreation Park, 576 Hampton Road
Town recreation festival; vendor fees in the official packet are not attendee admission prices.
Saturday, September 19, 2026 · 7:00–9:00 p.m.
Andrew McKnight
Vanilla Bean Café, 450 Deerfield Road
Folk/Americana concert with the singer-songwriter, guitarist, and storyteller.
Saturday, September 19, 2026 · 2:00 p.m. to dusk
Tri State Cruisers Saturday Night Cruisin'
Pizza 101, corner of Routes 101 and 169
Car cruise-in at Pizza 101. Donations are accepted and benefit the Hole in the Wall Gang Club.
Monday, September 21, 2026 · 6:00 p.m.
Farmer's Potluck and Agricultural Commission Meeting
Pomfret Recreation Park, 576 Hampton Road
Meal and networking followed by a brief commission meeting whose minutes approval remains pending.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 · Early morning — start time as listed by the Center
Early Morning Bird Walk
The Center at Pomfret, 218 Day Road
A guided early-morning walk for birders of any experience level.
Friday, September 25, 2026 · 6:00–8:00 p.m.
Coach Jim Calhoun and Dom Amore
Pomfret Public Library, 449 Pomfret Street
Friends of the Library conversation and fundraiser followed by questions and signing.
Saturday, September 26, 2026 · 7:00–9:00 p.m.
Poets at Large
Vanilla Bean Café, 450 Deerfield Road
Poetry and poet-musician program with an open-mic opportunity.
October 2026
Friday, October 2, 2026 · 6:00–9:00 p.m.
Redcoats, Rebels, and Rev'rie Tavern Night
Vanilla Bean Café, 450 Deerfield Road
Revolutionary Pomfret kickoff with a tavern menu and sea shanties and tavern songs by Rick Spencer and Dawn Indermuehle.
Saturday–Sunday, October 3–4, 2026 · 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. each day
Revolutionary Pomfret
Pomfret Recreation Park, 576 Hampton Road
Reenactment and living history with maneuvers, colonial crafts, music, children's games, and local-history programming.
Saturday, October 10, 2026 · 12:00–2:30 p.m.
Adult Improv Workshop
Pomfret Public Library, 449 Pomfret Street
Introductory communication and collaboration workshop.
Friday, October 16, 2026 · Time as listed by the library
Autumn Poetry Workshop
Pomfret Public Library, 449 Pomfret Street
A guided poetry writing workshop for adults.
Friday, October 23, 24 and 30, 2026 · 6:30–9:30 p.m.
Nick's Nightmare
Pomfret Little League Field, 65 Hampton Road
Haunted hayride, house of clowns and creepy corn maze.
Plainfield
12 datesSeptember 2026
Saturday, September 19, 2026 · 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Celebrate Plainfield Day
Lions Park, 8 Community Ave.
Bounce houses, face painting, demonstrations, local business vendors, music, food, and more at Lions Park.
Saturday, September 19, 2026 · 5:00–10:00 p.m.
14th Annual Keep You Truckin' Fundraiser
Jolly John's Truck & Equipment, 380 North Main Street, Moosup
Food, raffles, auctions, music, comedy, and more at Jolly John's in Moosup.
Friday, September 25, 2026 · 6:00–8:00 p.m.
Fri-YAY! Gymnasium Night
Shepard Hill Elementary, 234 Shepard Hill Road
Open-play recreation with games and basketball activities.
Sunday, September 27, 2026 · 8–11 a.m.
Buffet Breakfast
69 Prospect Street, Moosup
Buffet breakfast hosted by Moosup Lodge No. 113, A.F. & A.M.
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 · See the posted agenda
Plainfield public informational meeting
Plainfield — see the posted agenda for the meeting place
A public informational meeting for residents.
October 2026
Saturday, October 3, 2026 · 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Fall Arts and Crafts Vendor Fair
Moosup Rotary Park, Moosup
An outdoor arts and crafts vendor fair at Moosup Rotary Park.
Saturday, October 3, 2026 · 12 noon – 4 p.m.
3rd Annual Bike and Auto Show
Plainfield VFW, 7 Winsor Avenue
Bike and auto show presented by the VFW Riders, with trophies in several classes.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 · 8:00–10:00 a.m.
Quinebaug Valley State Fish Hatchery Bird Walk
145 Trout Hatchery Road
Connecticut Audubon outing for waterbirds and songbirds.
Monday, October 19, 2026 · Fall festival 1–5 p.m., trunk or treat 2–4 p.m.
Fall Fest and Trunk or Treat
Lions Park
Fall festival with food trucks, trunk or treat and community partners.
Saturday, October 24, 2026 · 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Rotary Club of Plainfield 4th Annual Car Show
Town Hall, 8 Community Avenue
Annual car show; the Chamber page supplies date, time, organizer, and municipal location.
November 2026
Saturday, November 21, 2026 · 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
8th Annual Fall Craft and Vendor Fair
William L. Mercier Post 5446 VFW, 7 Winsor Avenue
Craft and vendor fair with baked goods, food and a raffle.
Thursday, Thanksgiving morning, November 26, 2026 · 8 a.m. sharp
4th Annual Plainfield Plunge
Moosup Pond
Thanksgiving-morning plunge into Moosup Pond for Project PIN.
Brooklyn
11 datesSeptember 2026
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 · 4:00–6:00 p.m.
Northeast Connecticut Farmers Market
Brooklyn Commons Shopping Center, 564 Providence Road
Afternoon market in the Brooklyn Commons plaza on Route 6.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 · 1:00–5:00 p.m.
Brooklyn Historical Society Museum Open Hours
Brooklyn Historical Society Museum, 25 Canterbury Road
The museum is open to visitors; admission is free and all are welcome.
Thursday, September 17, 2026 · 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Free Clothing Closet
Brooklyn Cares Community Center, 31 Tiffany Street
Free clothing open to everyone; donations are accepted.
Saturday, September 19, 2026 · 12:00–9:00 p.m.
Northeast Truck Fest
Brooklyn Fairgrounds, 15 Fairgrounds Road
Truck-focused event; passengers need spectator tickets.
Sunday, September 20, 2026 · 1:00–2:30 p.m.
Pumpkin Sourdough Workshop
Little Dipper Farm, 499 Wolf Den Road
Hands-on class with starter, beginner guide, tools, take-home dough, tea, and pastries.
Friday, September 25, 2026 · Doors 5:30 p.m.; dinner about 6:00 p.m.
Harvest & Harmony Farm Dinner
Little Dipper Farm, 499 Wolf Den Road
Multi-course dinner with the Evan Gianfreddo Jazz group.
October 2026
Saturday, October 3, 2026 · 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Putnam Elms Guided Tours for Pomfret 250
191 Church Street
Guided tours of the historic Daniel Putnam home.
Saturday, October 3, 2026 · 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Trinity Episcopal Fall Festival
Trinity Episcopal Church, 7 Providence Road
Church fall festival with vendors at the junction of Routes 6 and 169.
Saturday, October 10, 2026 · 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; ceremonies 10:00 a.m.
Scotland Highland Festival and Games
Brooklyn Fairgrounds, 15 Fairgrounds Road
Highland athletics, piping, dance, music, heritage activities, food, vendors, and storytelling.
Sunday, October 11, 2026 · 2:00 p.m.
Ghost Stories to Scare the Dickens Out of You
Putnam Elms, 191 Church Street
Charles Dickens ghost-story portrayal. A separate 1:00 p.m. Preservation Connecticut member tour requires registration.
Saturday, October 17, 2026 · 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Little Dipper Farm Harvest Festival
499 Wolf Den Road
Farm festival with the John Spignesi Band.
Killingly
9 datesSeptember 2026
Saturday, September 26, 2026 · 5–9 p.m.
Woodstock Academy Boys Lacrosse Celebrity Bartending
Black Pond Brewery, Dayville
Celebrity bartending night supporting the Woodstock Academy boys lacrosse team.
Sunday, September 27, 2026 · 1 p.m.
Chicken BBQ Dinner
VFW Post 4908, 1035 North Road, Dayville
Half chicken and sides dinner at the Dayville VFW post.
Sunday, September 27, 2026 · 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Barnyard and Best Friends Vendor Fair
4Gs Pizzeria, 305 Hartford Pike, Dayville
Vendor fair with crafts, pet supplies, farm goods, artwork and artisan wares.
Sunday, September 27, 2026 · 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Paint Your Pet Workshop
4Gs Pizzeria, 305 Hartford Pike, Dayville
Paint-your-pet session run by Pets in Paint New England.
October 2026
Saturday, October 3, 2026 · 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Killingly FFA Corn Maze
Killingly Intermediate School (parking lot)
The Killingly FFA chapter's corn maze, geared for kids under 10 — corn maze, hayrides, and pumpkin painting.
Saturday, October 3, 2026 · 4–7 p.m.
South Killingly Fire Department Annual Chicken BBQ
South Killingly Fire Department station
Annual take-out chicken BBQ run by the South Killingly Fire Department.
Thursday, October 22, 2026 · 5–9 p.m.
Tips for Tools
The Golden Greek Restaurant, 474 Putnam Pike, Dayville
Killingly Business Association fundraiser benefiting students of the trades.
Saturday, October 24, 2026 · 4–6 p.m., parade steps off 6:15 p.m.
Killingly's 4th Annual Spooktacular Halloween Light Parade and Block Party
Main Street, Killingly
Halloween light parade and block party on Main Street.
November 2026
Monday, November 2, 2026 · 7:00 p.m. (confirm on the posted agenda)
Killingly warehouse public hearing — Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission
Killingly Town Hall, 172 Main Street, Danielson
Continued again from October 5. The commission is expected to decide on residents' request for intervenor status. Residents may speak or send written testimony.
Canterbury
6 datesSeptember 2026
Tuesday, Tuesdays · 12 noon
Community Kitchen Free Meal
Canterbury Town Hall, 1 Municipal Drive
Free take-out meal served every Tuesday by the Community Kitchen of Northeastern Connecticut.
Saturday, September 26, 2026 · Time as listed by the town
Canterbury Old Home Day
Canterbury — see the town listing for the location
The town's annual Old Home Day gathering.
Sunday, September 27, 2026 · Following worship
Ice Cream Party — Farewell to Pastor Michelle
First Congregational Church of Canterbury, 6 South Canterbury Road
Ice cream social to say goodbye to the church's interim pastor.
October 2026
Sunday, October 4, 2026 · Time not stated
100th Anniversary Celebration of the Canterbury Finn Hall
Canterbury Finn Hall
Centennial celebration for the Finn Hall.
Monday, First Monday of the month — next October 5, 2026 · 4:30–6 p.m.
Food Pantry — First Monday
First Congregational Church, 6 South Canterbury Road
Monthly evening food pantry distribution.
Monday, Third Monday of the month — next October 19, 2026 · 10 a.m. – 12 noon
Food Pantry — Third Monday
First Congregational Church, 6 South Canterbury Road
Monthly morning food pantry distribution.
Eastford
5 datesSeptember 2026
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 · 6:00 p.m.
Author Talk with Marie Lisette Rimer
Eastford Public Library, 179 Eastford Road
Rimer discusses “Back from Suicide: Before and After the Essential Patrick.”
Saturday, September 19, 2026 · 1:00 p.m.
Author Talk with Paul Tremblay
Eastford Public Library, 179 Eastford Road
Appearance by the horror, dark-fantasy, and suspense author.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026 · 2:00–4:00 p.m.
Eastford Food Pantry Distribution
Eastford Baptist Church, 133 Union Road
September-specific food-assistance session.
Thursday, September 24, 2026 · 6:00–8:00 p.m.
Designated High School Community Conversation
Eastford School Gym, 12 Westford Road
Informational meeting in the Board of Education's review of Woodstock Academy and E.O. Smith; the Town says no decision will be made at this event.
Saturday, September 26, 2026 · Time as listed by the library
Welcome Fall Craft
Eastford Public Library, 6 John Perry Road
A seasonal craft session at the library.
Hampton
4 datesSeptember 2026
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 · 5:30 p.m.
Xiaohong Song Artist Reception
Fletcher Memorial Library, 257 Main Street
Reception for the library's September–October display of Song's paintings and drawings.
Saturday, September 26, 2026 · 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Hampton Harvest Festival
Lawn between Community Center and Town Hall, 164 Main Street; rain site 380 Main Street
Pet parade at 10:30 a.m., hayrides at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., family activities, vendors, food, and Rick Lovallo from 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
October 2026
Thursday, October 1, 2026 · Polling hours as posted by the town
Hampton referendum
Hampton — see the town notice for the polling place
A town referendum. Registered voters may take part.
November 2026
Thursday, November 5, 2026 · Time not stated
Taste of Northeast Connecticut
Stonehurst at Hampton Valley
Regional tasting event featuring local food, farms, art and music.
Pomfret Center
4 datesSeptember 2026
Sunday, September 20, 2026 · 9:00–11:00 a.m.
Bird Banding Demonstration
Connecticut Audubon Center at Pomfret, 218 Day Road
Watch banders measure, band, and release birds.
Thursday, September 24, 2026 · 8:00–10:00 a.m.
Gellert Preserve Bird Walk
Meet at Connecticut Audubon Center, 218 Day Road
Fall-migration walk focused on warblers, vireos, and hawks.
Saturday, September 26, 2026 · 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Windham-Tolland 4-H Camp Fall Tag Sale
326 Taft Pond Road
Sale at the horse-camp entrance with household, vintage, holiday, toy, furniture, and other donated goods.
Saturday and Sunday, September 26–27, 2026 · 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Fall Tag Sale at the Horse Barn
326 Taft Pond Road
Two-day tag sale of gently used furniture, housewares and more.
Sterling
1 dateSeptember 2026
Sunday, September 27, 2026 · Kids 9:30 a.m.; 10K 10:10; 8K 10:20; 5K about 10:30
Moosup Valley 5K, 8K and 10K All Trail Race
Parking, start, and finish at Weidele's, 50 Main Street
Registration's place field says 3 River Street, while event logistics put parking, start, and finish at Weidele's, 50 Main Street; follow the live organizer instructions.
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