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Putnam, Connecticut

Everything we're tracking in Putnam, CT — events, farmers markets, town meetings and local notices. Coming up first, then the slower-moving news.

Things to do in Putnam this weekend — October 30 – November 1A plain guide to Putnam — offices, library, parks and what's downtownPutnam town offices & phone numbers

What's on

Wednesday·Lunch 11:30 a.m.; bingo 12:00 p.m.·Putnam

Putnam Senior Lunch and Bingo

Putnam Municipal Complex, 200 School Street

Putnam Recreation Department and Commission on Aging lunch followed by bingo.

Reserve lunch or ask questions at 860-963-6800 ext. 350; cost not stated.

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Thursday·Lunch 11:30 a.m.; Painting with Pat 1:00 p.m.·Putnam

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.

Reserve lunch or ask questions at 860-963-6800 ext. 350; cost not stated.

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Thursday·6:00 p.m.·Putnam

Free Concert: The Lesters

Rotary Park

Putnam Baptist Church presents an outdoor concert featuring The Lesters.

Free; end time and seating not stated.

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Friday·7:30 p.m.·Putnam

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.

$8 at the door; no online presales; age guidance not stated.

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Friday·Doors 11:00 a.m.; lunch 12:00 p.m.·Putnam

Community Meal at Living Faith United Methodist Church

Living Faith United Methodist Church, Grove Street

A free community lunch open to everyone.

All are welcome; no cost stated.

Food & farmOutdoors & sports
Friday·11:30 a.m.·Putnam

Putnam Senior Lunch

Putnam Municipal Complex, 200 School Street

Lunch from the Putnam Recreation Department and Commission on Aging.

Reserve lunch or ask questions at 860-963-6800 ext. 350; cost not stated.

Food & farmOutdoors & sports
Saturday·10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.·Putnam

Quiet Corner Community Baby Shower

Hale YMCA, 9 Technology Park Drive

TEEG event with local-resource connections and advertised giveaways.

Admission and registration not stated; for expecting families and families with babies six months or younger.

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Saturday·7:30 p.m.·Putnam

Scott Higgins Comedy All Stars

Bradley Playhouse, 30 Front Street

Stand-up program with Andrew Kennedy, Philip Anthony, Stephanie White, and Lucas Estrella.

$32; suggested audience 18+.

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Saturday·10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.·Putnam

Putnam Saturday Farmers Market

Putnam Farmers Market Pavilion, 18 Kennedy Drive

Weekly Saturday market at the Kennedy Drive pavilion.

Free to browse; vendor list not stated.

Food & farm
Saturday·5:00–9:00 p.m.·Putnam

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.

$20 per person, including food, music, and raffles; tickets from any Chrome N' Steel member.

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Sunday·Check-in 8:00 a.m.; kids' fun run 9:00 a.m.; 5K 9:30 a.m.·Putnam

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.

Registration online; entry cost not stated. Full street address of the start not stated — check the organizer.

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Thursday·6–7:30 p.m.·Putnam

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.

Cost and registration not stated. Runs September 10 through December 3, 2026.

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Farmers market

Putnam Saturday Farmers' Market

Saturdays, 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Riverview Marketplace Pavilion, 18 Kennedy Drive

Typically vegetables, fruit, flowers, baked goods and local makers under the riverside pavilion.

SNAP/EBTWIC and Senior Farmers' Market cards as qualified by the Town
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From the brief

Community update

Putnam closes a major week of veterans remembrance

The Wall That Heals, a traveling Vietnam Veterans Memorial replica, stood at Murphy Park through ceremonies that ended Sunday, September 13. About 1,000 students visited and local fundraising passed $80,000, with remaining funds intended for area veterans.

Read it in full
Service change

Putnam Public Library expands technology help and laptop lending

The library is offering technology help aimed at residents aged 60 and over and people with disabilities. It has also added long-term laptop lending for residents.

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Community notes

  • Scarecrow Contest

    Registration closes October 12. Assignments are available October 14, setup is due by noon October 15, and displays remain through October 31.

  • Town Clerk closed September 24–25

    The Putnam Town Clerk's office is closed Thursday and Friday, September 24 and 25. Plan filings and record requests around those days.

Putnam online

The town's own pages, straight from the source.

  • Town of Putnam
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  • Putnam Public Library

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Press kits from Putnam

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Local businesses and services

Places, services and notices we're tracking in Putnam. Search by name or by what you need.

12 listings

Businesses

Baker's Dozen of Connecticut

Bakery — storefront

Family-owned coffee shop and bakery since 1980; locations include Putnam, Brooklyn, Pomfret and Plainfield.

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Businesses

Country Kitchen Bakers

Bakery — storefront

Breads, snacks and baked goods. 8 Mary Crest Dr.

Details unconfirmed — help us check.

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Businesses

85 Main

Restaurant · (860) 928-1660

Lunch and dinner on Main Street, with daily specials. 85 Main St.

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Businesses

Blackstone Putnam

Restaurant and bar · (860) 315-9950

Steakhouse with land and sea flights and an outdoor bar and patio. 35 Main St, open daily from 11am.

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Businesses

The Courthouse Bar & Grille

Restaurant · (860) 963-0074

Family-friendly dining — burgers, wraps, steaks, seafood and pasta, with rotating taps.

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Businesses

The Hare & The Hound

Irish pub · (860) 315-9220

Irish pub and restaurant with a creative menu. Call during open hours for a table — no online reservations.

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Businesses

Sawmill Pottery

Pottery studio and gallery · (860) 963-7807

Working studio with classes and workshops for all ages, plus an on-site gallery of local work. 112 Main St.

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Businesses

Bear Hands Brewing Company

Brewery and taproom

Taproom pouring beers made on site, plus cider, seltzer and spirits. House bites, outside food welcome.

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Businesses

Silver Circle Art Gallery

Art gallery · (860) 928-2900

Artwork, handmade gifts, art classes and art therapy programs. 134 Main St.

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Markets

Putnam Saturday Farmers' Market

Saturdays, 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. · Riverview Marketplace Pavilion, 18 Kennedy Drive

Typically vegetables, fruit, flowers, baked goods and local makers under the riverside pavilion.

Details unconfirmed — help us check.

See market details →

Community

Scarecrow Contest

Registration closes October 12. Assignments are available October 14, setup is due by noon October 15, and displays remain through October 31.

Read the 2026 rules →

Community

Town Clerk closed September 24–25

The Putnam Town Clerk's office is closed Thursday and Friday, September 24 and 25. Plan filings and record requests around those days.

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