Students will be introduced to woodturning on a lathe and learn the intricacies of faceplate turning. Students will be taught the basics of tool sharpening and learn the process of turning a wooden bowl. Students will take the finished bowl home at the end of class. This class will provide lathe tool certification for Spark…
Ever wondered what’s inside the Museum's Watercraft Hall, open to the public only a few times per year? If you're looking for a special gift for someone who has everything, join us this winter for small group guided tours of the Museum’s Watercraft Collection. Housed in nearly an acre of the Rossi Mill building, the…
Ever wondered what is behind the ropes at Mystic Seaport Museum’s Preservation Shipyard? Looking for a special gift for that someone who has everything? Join us this winter for small group guided tours of the Shipyard’s machine shop, rigging loft, and interact with our skilled shipwrights as they describe the work they are doing on…
19th Annual “Chowder Fest” at the Olde Mistick Village! February 24th 12pm – 4pm Over a dozen local restaurants will serve up their signature chowder and YOU choose the winner! All proceeds raised will be donated to Always Home to help address the needs of Eastern Connecticut's homeless and at-risk families.
Join a DPNC birding educator on an urban bird walk through Stonington Boro. Surrounded by water on three sides, Stonington Point is home to a number of flourishing habitats for overwintering waterfowl. We’ll search for goldeneye, eider, mergansers and more! Meets at Stonington Point. Members $17 Non-members $20
Drop in between 1pm and 5pm and create a fun, winter craft. Registration not required.
Game Night @ Spark is back! Join us on Saturday, February 24th, 6-8 pm. Board games, card games, and Jackbox are back at Spark for another fun night. Be sure to bring a friend, because this event is open to the public--with a suggested 5-dollar donation. Be sure to bring a game along as well!…
You will learn Parametric CAD basics in this class. Enjoy learning to draw an object and 3d print it! This class will take you through the basics of 3D printing your object from start to finish. Each student must bring a laptop computer running modern Windows, Linux, or Mac OS and a real mouse. Students…
Join us for an in-person storytime in the library! Come listen to your favorite stories! Best for ages 2-5.
The members of the B.F. Hoxie Engine Co. will hold their annual fish fry dinners Fridays starting February 16th through March 29th, from 5pm to 8pm. Adults – $12, children – $6. Take out available – call (860) 536-8221. B.F. Hoxie Engine Co. 34 Broadway Avenue Mystic.
Sunday, March 3rd, 1-2PM Join us for a 45-minute Drawing Adventure! Aimed at kids aged 7-12, this class invites students to bring their favorite toy to draw as a still life. Whether it's a doll, action figure, or stuffed animal, our class encourages young artists to delve into the fundamentals of drawing by recreating their…
Join us for an in-person storytime in the library! Come listen to your favorite stories! Best for ages 2-5.
The members of the B.F. Hoxie Engine Co. will hold their annual fish fry dinners Fridays starting February 16th through March 29th, from 5pm to 8pm. Adults – $12, children – $6. Take out available – call (860) 536-8221. B.F. Hoxie Engine Co. 34 Broadway Avenue Mystic.
Quilting 101- Patchwork session: This is the classic type of quilt and is a great place to begin. Students will learn how- to choose fabrics to use quilting rulers and a rotary cutter to assemble a quilt block using straight seams (and a trick for making quick triangle edges) to iron well so the pieces…
Ever wondered what’s inside the Museum's Watercraft Hall, open to the public only a few times per year? If you're looking for a special gift for someone who has everything, join us this winter for small group guided tours of the Museum’s Watercraft Collection. Housed in nearly an acre of the Rossi Mill building, the…
Ever wondered what is behind the ropes at Mystic Seaport Museum’s Preservation Shipyard? Looking for a special gift for that someone who has everything? Join us this winter for small group guided tours of the Shipyard’s machine shop, rigging loft, and interact with our skilled shipwrights as they describe the work they are doing on…
On Saturday, March 9th we are hosting our Annual Funny4Funds “Laugh Your Tail Off” Comedy Night at the Calabrese Club in Westerly, RI. Funds raised at this event will be dedicated to supporting the Animal Wellness Clinic operated by SUFA and housed in the Westerly Animal Shelter. We expect to have over 200 attendees that…
Sunday, March 10th, 1-2PM Dive into the imaginative world of collage art in our "Adventures in Collage" class! Designed for young artists aged 7-12, this 45-minute session is a playground for creativity and experimentation. In this class, students will have the exciting opportunity to create a still-life collage using a variety of 2D materials. We…
Celebrating Cultural Heritage through Art: A Lecture Series Welcome to Celebrating Cultural Heritage through Art, a virtual programming series of art lectures dedicated to celebrating the accomplishments of prominent artists in Black History for February, Women's History for March, and Jewish Heritage for April to recognize Holocaust Remembrance Day. This series is hosted by the…
Wednesday, March 13th, 6-8PM All skill levels are welcome, whether you're brushing up on your skills or just starting. This class focuses on gesture: "gesture" is the process of making a drawing quickly that captures the form and life of your subject: practice line quality, mark-making, and line searching. Learn to loosen up your drawing…
Join us for an in-person storytime in the library! Come listen to your favorite stories! Best for ages 2-5.
The members of the B.F. Hoxie Engine Co. will hold their annual fish fry dinners Fridays starting February 16th through March 29th, from 5pm to 8pm. Adults – $12, children – $6. Take out available – call (860) 536-8221. B.F. Hoxie Engine Co. 34 Broadway Avenue Mystic.
Whether you’re a dedicated Scotch drinker, a die-hard Bourbon fan, or if you just want to develop an appreciation for cask-aged spirits, this class is for you! Join Mystic’s own Anthony Caporale, author of The Imbible series of hit Off-Broadway musicals about the history of cocktails and spirits, for a guided tour through the wonderful…
Inviting you to experience your voice through the power of play! In this 60 minute class, led by speech therapist Sarah Bruno, you'll deepen your connection to nature using Nature-Inspired Feelings™ tool, create fun sounds together, and end with a gratitude meditation for your voice. Enjoy the many benefits of this class, helping you to:…
Bully Boy Distillers has patiently been waiting for over 5 years to release their flagship Wheated Bourbon. To celebrate, they’re teaming up with The Shipwright’s Daughter in Mystic, CT for a 3-course dinner prepared by James Beard Best Chef North East Nominee David Standridge paired with cocktail demos, and a speciality cocktail featuring Bully Boy’s…
Join us for a night of trivia at The Social Bar & Kitchen benefiting Project Oceanology. Fun, prizes, and a great cause! Doors open at 5:30. Arrive early to enjoy drinks and order dinner before our trivia night kicks off! In addition to trivia, we've got exciting prizes and a silent auction. All proceeds from…
The Friends of the Mystic & Noank Library will be holding the Annual Indoor Yard Sale on Friday March 22 10 am - 5 pm and on Saturday March 23 10 am to 2 pm. There will be treasures for all ages. The sale includes housewares, pottery, music CDs, DVDs, vintage items, glassware, and more.…
Join us for an in-person storytime in the library! Come listen to your favorite stories! Best for ages 2-5.
The members of the B.F. Hoxie Engine Co. will hold their annual fish fry dinners Fridays starting February 16th through March 29th, from 5pm to 8pm. Adults – $12, children – $6. Take out available – call (860) 536-8221. B.F. Hoxie Engine Co. 34 Broadway Avenue Mystic.
The Friends of the Mystic & Noank Library will be holding the Annual Indoor Yard Sale on Friday March 22 10 am - 5 pm and on Saturday March 23 10 am to 2 pm. There will be treasures for all ages. The sale includes housewares, pottery, music CDs, DVDs, vintage items, glassware, and more.…
Guess who's hopping into Mystic Aquarium? The Easter Bunny! Take part in Spring-themed crafts, and see if you can solve the Easter Egg scavenger hunt! Included with general admission. Get your professional photo taken with the Easter Bunny on the Mezzanine! $20 More Details
Ever wondered what’s inside the Museum's Watercraft Hall, open to the public only a few times per year? If you're looking for a special gift for someone who has everything, join us this winter for small group guided tours of the Museum’s Watercraft Collection. Housed in nearly an acre of the Rossi Mill building, the…
Ever wondered what is behind the ropes at Mystic Seaport Museum’s Preservation Shipyard? Looking for a special gift for that someone who has everything? Join us this winter for small group guided tours of the Shipyard’s machine shop, rigging loft, and interact with our skilled shipwrights as they describe the work they are doing on…
This stained glass project is designed for first-timers and experienced glass artists alike. A simple yet elegant design, these air plant holders bring the tranquility of nature indoors and soothing color to a sunny window. A healthy air plant (“tillandsia”) is included to make your creation complete and a perfect gift! The holders are designed…
Guess who's hopping into Mystic Aquarium? The Easter Bunny! Take part in Spring-themed crafts, and see if you can solve the Easter Egg scavenger hunt! Included with general admission. Get your professional photo taken with the Easter Bunny on the Mezzanine! $20 More Details
The 19th annual Mystic Irish Parade kicks off on Sunday March 24th, 2024 at 1pm. Over 2,000 marchers, 100 units and over 30,000 spectators are expected. The parade begins at the Mystic Seaport Museum, journeys downtown, and concludes at the Mystic Museum of Art. more info at mysticirishparade.org See parade route and viewing spots
Sunday, March 24 at 2:00 p.m. in Leamy Hall at the United States Coast Guard Academy, the United States Coast Guard Band presents a free concert, "Everything Under the Moon.” Come enjoy an adventurous performance of music that spans from dreamy to vivacious under the baton of Commander Adam Williamson. We welcome New London NAACP…
March 28, April 4 & April 11 Hunger is on the rise. In August of 2022, 17% of adults in Connecticut surveyed did not have enough money to buy food, nearly double the amount from the year prior. And in the most recent state report on food insecurity in Connecticut, New London County saw the…
An evening with author and octopus whisperer Sy Montgomery Join us for a family-friendly evening of octopus fun during the official launch party for Sy Montgomery's latest book: Secrets of the Octopus. By the beloved author of bestseller Soul of an Octopus and graced with the best of National Geographic photography, this book reveals new science and remarkable discoveries about the…
Not sure if stained glass is for you? This is a perfect opportunity for those with little or no experience working with stained glass. You will construct a beautiful, colorful art glass strip panel while learning the techniques of the Tiffany copper foil method of construction. You will learn to score, grind, foil, and solder…
