Discover the power of your smartphone camera in this enriching workshop! In today’s world, smartphone cameras have evolved to deliver stunning image quality, making them more than just tools for selfies. Whether you’re a beginner or an enthusiast, this workshop is designed to empower you to create high-quality photographs with your smartphone. Learn how to…
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Calling all adventurous eaters! Discover the world of edible insects! Adults and families will explore the ecological and health benefits of incorporating insects into our diets, including their role in reducing environmental impact and providing a rich source of protein and nutrients. Participants will also have the opportunity to sample a variety of insect-based foods…
Join us for Eugene O’Neill’s 136th Birthday Party! October 19th, 2pm - 4pm You’re invited to celebrate the incredibly influential, Eugene O’Neill, in his childhood summer home, the Monte Cristo Cottage. Come tour the cottage with O’Neill Scholars, Rob Richter and Steve Bloom, as your guides to learn about the O’Neill family, Eugene O’Neill’s plays,…
Join us for an evening of thrills and chills as we set off on a guided family hike through the trails of Coogan Farm to the historic mansion foundation. Along the way, you’ll hear spooky nature-themed stories that highlight the mysterious and eerie side of the natural world. Once we reach our destination, gather around…
October 20 – November 17 Become a comic book creator in this exciting 5-class series designed for children. Learn to craft your own short comic book from start to finish. From basic drawing techniques, including shapes, objects, and figures, to layout, design, and the essentials of storytelling in comics, learn the foundational elements of comic…
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Fall is a colorful time to enjoy a view of the landscape that makes up Gungywamp, an archaeological site of natural and cultural interest. Join us on a guided hike to explore rocky ridges, glacial erratics and swamps, along with the mysterious stone shelter and structures whose use and origin are open to interpretation. Walk…
Join us for a spirited celebration of Oktoberfest at Rocks 21! Immerse yourself in a traditional Bavarian experience filled with lively music, authentic German fare, and plenty of kegs of beer. Dance the day and night away with a live Bavarian band and DJ and participate in fun contests (time to brush up on your…
October 7– December 2 (No Class on October 14 and November 11) The Mystic Museum of Art (MMoA) offers specially designed homeschool classes for children ages 5 – 12. Taught by MMoA artist educators, these programs are a combination of discussion and hands-on art making in our galleries and KTJ studios. All programs focus on…
We welcome local writers for free-write sessions at 4 p.m., Mondays, in the Ames Room. The sessions are open to anyone who feels like writing. Loosely based on the notion of stream-of-consciousness writing described by Natalie Goldberg in "Writing Down the Bones," the sessions are broken into three parts of 5 minutes, 10 minutes, and…
October 21 – November 25 Discover the art of fashion illustration. Weekly classes will focus on drawing the fashion figure, studying fashion history, and learning to draw different types of fabric. Students will create a mood board and draw inspiration from the outside world to create their own mini concept collection. Taught by Meghann Rooney.…
Get your farming fix at the Craig Floyd Giving Garden, no experience necessary! Every Tuesday, we harvest vegetables and herbs to be donated to the food-insecure of New London County, and we can't do it without our volunteers! Giving Garden harvests are always joyful and spirited, not to mention rewarding: - Learn about earth-friendly gardening…
October 22 – November 19 Learn to develop the unique atmosphere and spirit of a scene through effective use of color and value. Explore how colorists use color contrast and color balance to create daring and vivid works of art. Create landscapes that are tonal and moody or vibrant with sunlit areas and shadows with…
Enjoy being guided in a 30 minute body centered meditation practice to help increase your skills in focusing, rest, self-compassion and gratitude. Self-acceptance, deep relaxation, tranquility, peace and lightness are how participants feel after a session. Pamala Lewis has been studying Eastern and Western approaches to meditation and enjoys the benefits of a dedicated daily…
October 8, October 15, October 22, November 5, November 12, November 19, November 26, December 3, December 10, December 17 Introduce your child to the wonderful world of art through our engaging Art Explorers program! Your child will experience the museum’s professional studio, special exhibitions and discover educational, creative and fun art projects. From painting…
There’s no better time to talk about the paranormal than right before Halloween! Join us at Bill Memorial Library, 240 Monument St., on Tuesday, October 22, at 6:30 PM for a presentation by Traci Boiselle, lead investigator and case manager for The Atlantic Paranormal Society, better known as TAPS. Traci, who has 16 years of…
Welcome to Mystic Noank Library’s Chess Club! The club welcomes children grades 3 and up! We will be meeting on Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Children should know how the chess pieces move before their first visit. We teach chess strategy, chess sportsmanship, and organize games. Sportsman-like conduct is always a goal. Members must…
Join us for an in-person storytime in the library! Come listen to your favorite stories! Best for ages 2-5.
Mix cocktails and creativity for your next happy hour! Take on a creative project with one of our instructors, as you learn to play with a variety of media in the studios. We provide instruction, supplies, a tasty beverage, and plenty of time to socialize. Friday, 5:30pm – 7:30pm Members $35 / Non-members $40 Felted…
Step into a glamorous evening at the Mystical Night Masquerade Ball, set in the enchanting Haley Mansion! Dress to impress in your finest black tie and mask, and prepare for a night where elegance and mystery collide. As twilight sets the stage, kick off the festivities at our Enchanted Cocktail Hour, where you’ll sip on…
Join a DPNC naturalist for a guided hike around the more secluded parts of the Groton Reservoir. We will explore the dam side of the watershed that is closed to the public and part of Groton Public Utilities. Meet at lookout on Sandy Hollow Road in Ledyard. This hike is suited for adults and older,…
Take a guided birding walk with a DPNC naturalist at Rocky Neck State Park We’ll be looking for year round and late migrating birds. Participants are encouraged to bring water bottles and their own binoculars; this program is for adult participants. Meet at the last parking lot on the left at Rocky Neck State Park…
Mapmaking fulfills one of our deepest desires to understand the world around us and our place in it. This all-day workshop with artist Lisa Lyman Adams, fine artist and illustrator known for her illustrative maps created for the New York Times and mainstream magazines focuses on seeing the world creatively through mapping. The workshop is…
Join us for a spooktacular afternoon of young family-friendly Halloween fun! Enjoy hands-on nature activities, meet some of our resident critters, and explore the trails looking for spooky sounding animals! Complete your adventure with some Halloween treats. Families with children 2-6 years Feel free to come in costume! Meets at DPNC Members: $8.50 Non-Members $10…
Join us for the second annual Hallow-Gene – a day full of spooktacular activities at the Eugene O’Neill Theater Center – on October 26th! 2pm-4pm Trick-or-Treating around the beautiful O’Neill campus and Arts n’ Crafts for the kid 4:30pm-6:30pm Blue Gene’s Pub for Halloween Trivia 7pm or 8pm An hour-long Ghost Tour of the O’Neill…
Enjoy an evening out while your children, ages 6 to 12, spend the evening at the Nature Center. We’ll play games, do nature activities, meet live animals and take an evening hike, followed by fireside pizza and s’mores! Dress for outdoor weather and bring a flashlight. Meets at DPNC, advanced sign up required. Members $34…
October 20 – November 17 Become a comic book creator in this exciting 5-class series designed for children. Learn to craft your own short comic book from start to finish. From basic drawing techniques, including shapes, objects, and figures, to layout, design, and the essentials of storytelling in comics, learn the foundational elements of comic…
Parade Date: Sunday, October 27, 2024 1:00pm Trunk or Treat Time: 1:30pm - 3:00pm Location: Hoxie Fire House, 35 Broadway Ave, Mystic
October 7– December 2 (No Class on October 14 and November 11) The Mystic Museum of Art (MMoA) offers specially designed homeschool classes for children ages 5 – 12. Taught by MMoA artist educators, these programs are a combination of discussion and hands-on art making in our galleries and KTJ studios. All programs focus on…
We welcome local writers for free-write sessions at 4 p.m., Mondays, in the Ames Room. The sessions are open to anyone who feels like writing. Loosely based on the notion of stream-of-consciousness writing described by Natalie Goldberg in "Writing Down the Bones," the sessions are broken into three parts of 5 minutes, 10 minutes, and…
October 21 – November 25 Discover the art of fashion illustration. Weekly classes will focus on drawing the fashion figure, studying fashion history, and learning to draw different types of fabric. Students will create a mood board and draw inspiration from the outside world to create their own mini concept collection. Taught by Meghann Rooney.…
Get your farming fix at the Craig Floyd Giving Garden, no experience necessary! Every Tuesday, we harvest vegetables and herbs to be donated to the food-insecure of New London County, and we can't do it without our volunteers! Giving Garden harvests are always joyful and spirited, not to mention rewarding: - Learn about earth-friendly gardening…
October 22 – November 19 Learn to develop the unique atmosphere and spirit of a scene through effective use of color and value. Explore how colorists use color contrast and color balance to create daring and vivid works of art. Create landscapes that are tonal and moody or vibrant with sunlit areas and shadows with…
Enjoy being guided in a 30 minute body centered meditation practice to help increase your skills in focusing, rest, self-compassion and gratitude. Self-acceptance, deep relaxation, tranquility, peace and lightness are how participants feel after a session. Pamala Lewis has been studying Eastern and Western approaches to meditation and enjoys the benefits of a dedicated daily…
Welcome to Mystic Noank Library’s Chess Club! The club welcomes children grades 3 and up! We will be meeting on Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Children should know how the chess pieces move before their first visit. We teach chess strategy, chess sportsmanship, and organize games. Sportsman-like conduct is always a goal. Members must…
This evening is all about you—our incredible community of customers—who have kept Pelham Grayson Rose, Becca Rose, and Desert Rose thriving! As a special thank-you, this intimate gathering is your opportunity to connect with me in a way that many of you have been asking for. If you've missed my ceremonies or wished for more…
Happy Halloween at Mystic Seaport Museum! Children come dressed in your spookiest, silliest, and most spectacular costumes for this annual community trick-or-treating event. Enter for FREE through the North Entrance from 3:00-6:00 p.m. No registration required.
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Over 300 years have passed since the Sanderson Sisters have been resurrected to run amok. Who will resurrect them now for a night of magic, live singing, laughs and perhaps, even some debauchery? Leave the children at home and join Winifred, Sarah and Mary for this one-of-a-kind, live spellbinding interactive musical comedy show! Get ready…
