Did you hear? It’s SpongeBob’s birthday and you’re invited to our SpongeBob SquarePants birthday party! Who lives in a pineapple under the sea? SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS. Just like all of us here at Mystic Seaport Museum, SpongeBob loves the ocean, his friends,, and underwater sea stories of all kinds. On July 14, visit our Voyage to…
*Moved to July 14th due to rain* A pop-up paddle-craft only rally on the Mystic River, presented by The Downtown Mystic Merchants and Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce Alongside the West Side of the Mystic River, North of the Drawbridge Public Launch Points I95 Highway Bridge on River Road Isham Street (at Bay Street) Water…
Adventurers (Ages 13-15) Are you ready to take summer camp to the next level? A counselor in training’s primary role is to learn the skills necessary to be a successful counselor in the future. This camp session includes practicing management and leadership skills, honing nature knowledge and learning how to present live animal encounters. Come…
**********PRESS RELEASE********PRESS RELEASE************* LEGO FREE BUILDS AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton is hosting a LEGO Free Build every Monday in July beginning July 1, 3:00-5:00 PM. Drop in and be creative with the library’s massive supply of LEGO bricks. Open to all ages. Please note that…
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…
Blue Monday Concerts return to Mystic River Park in 2024 for three free concerts on July 1st, July 8th and July 15th from 6:00PM to 8:00PM. The concert series is a fundraiser for the Stonington Education Fund and the Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center. Glaucoma Suspect Jason Jarvis – Vocals/Percussion Jamie Conroy –Guitar Steve Provost – Keys/Vocals…
Welcome to the Mystic & Noank Library's Local Authors Writing Workshop Series for the summer of 2024. This is the fourth year we've run the series as part of our adult summer reading program, connecting readers and aspiring writers with authors who live in or near our community. You may attend each of these workshops…
The National Theater Institute's Theatermakers Summer Intensive trains students in a credit-earning curriculum of acting, directing, and playwriting. The six-week program focuses on: cultivating constant creativity practice, essential training techniques, high-quality mentorship, and collaborative opportunities that yield original work. Students' pieces are performed for free each Monday night.
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…
The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children and their grownups to our Music & Movement program on Tuesdays at 10:00 AM beginning June 25 through August 27. Join us for songs and activities with LIVE music! We’ll have you and your little one moving and grooving as we sing, stretch, and…
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…
The 33rd Annual Antique Marine Engine Expo will be held the weekend of August 17–18, 2024. With over 300 exhibits, this is one of the oldest major marine engine shows in the nation. Exhibitors come from near and far and many of the engines will be operating as well as the day they were first…
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…
Gather your family and friends for a fun-filled adventure at Bluff Point State Park. We’ll bring seine and dip nets to explore the shore, searching for fish, crabs, shells, and more. Be prepared to get very wet and wear shoes suitable for the water. Sandals, water shoes, or old sneakers work best—flip flops and Crocs…
MISSION TO THE MOON: TOUCHDOWN! PRESENTED BY THE SOCIETY OF WOMEN The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children in grades 3-7 to a STEM workshop presented by the Society of Women Engineers on Thursday, July 18 at 4:00 PM. In Mission to the Moon: Touchdown! participants will design, build, and test…
Fridays. June 21, 28, July 12, 19, 26, Aug 2, 9, 16 Celebrate summer by exploring nature with your little one in our classic parent and child class, for ages 2 to 5, with a caregiver. Live animals, stories, songs, and lots of time outside bring nature to life for you and your child. Sign-ups…
Fridays. July 12, 19, 26, Aug 2, 9, 16 Celebrate summer by exploring nature with your little one in our classic parent and child class, for ages 2 to 5, with a caregiver. Live animals, stories, songs, and lots of time outside bring nature to life for you and your child. Sign-ups are per class;…
Join us for an in-person storytime in the library! Come listen to your favorite stories! Best for ages 2-5.
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…
Where's Nemo? At Mystic Seaport Museum! Bring your family to watch the Disney Pixar classic, Finding Nemo! Throughout the evening stretch your sea legs in this summer's family-friendly exhibition Voyage to the Deep - Underwater Adventures and learn about the adventures of a different Nemo—Captain Nemo and his fantastical submarine Nautilus. The Voyage to the…
Calling adventurous children and families! Join us for a fantastic scramble and hike over the ancient boulders left behind by glaciers from the last Ice Age. Remember to wear good sneakers or hiking boots, apply bug spray, and bring a water bottle. Journey with us through a landscape shaped by history! Meets at the entrance…
**********PRESS RELEASE********PRESS RELEASE************* LEGO FREE BUILDS AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton is hosting a LEGO Free Build every Monday in July beginning July 1, 3:00-5:00 PM. Drop in and be creative with the library’s massive supply of LEGO bricks. Open to all ages. Please note that…
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…
Welcome to the Mystic & Noank Library's Local Authors Writing Workshop Series for the summer of 2024. This is the fourth year we've run the series as part of our adult summer reading program, connecting readers and aspiring writers with authors who live in or near our community. These workshops are all in person. You…
The National Theater Institute's Theatermakers Summer Intensive trains students in a credit-earning curriculum of acting, directing, and playwriting. The six-week program focuses on: cultivating constant creativity practice, essential training techniques, high-quality mentorship, and collaborative opportunities that yield original work. Students' pieces are performed for free each Monday night.
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…
The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children and their grownups to our Music & Movement program on Tuesdays at 10:00 AM beginning June 25 through August 27. Join us for songs and activities with LIVE music! We’ll have you and your little one moving and grooving as we sing, stretch, and…
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…
Fridays. June 21, 28, July 12, 19, 26, Aug 2, 9, 16 Celebrate summer by exploring nature with your little one in our classic parent and child class, for ages 2 to 5, with a caregiver. Live animals, stories, songs, and lots of time outside bring nature to life for you and your child. Sign-ups…
Fridays. July 12, 19, 26, Aug 2, 9, 16 Celebrate summer by exploring nature with your little one in our classic parent and child class, for ages 2 to 5, with a caregiver. Live animals, stories, songs, and lots of time outside bring nature to life for you and your child. Sign-ups are per class;…
Join us for an in-person storytime in the library! Come listen to your favorite stories! Best for ages 2-5.
Head to Shaefer’s Spouter Tavern to enjoy Museum After Hours: Friday Happy Hour Summer Music Series, which takes place every Friday from 4:30 – 7:30 pm through August 30. Guests can marvel in the views of the Mystic River and the historic Charles W. Morgan, a historic whaling ship built in 1841, while enjoying local…
Join Anthony Caporale, Director of Spirits Education at New York’s award-winning Institute of Culinary Education, for a hands-on sequel to our World of Whiskey tasting class! You’ll master the creation of three classic whiskey cocktails, including favorites like the Manhattan and the Old Fashioned. Then we’ll explore ways to customize these drinks to perfectly suit…
The 18th International Sea Glass Festival will be held at Mystic Seaport Museum on July 27-28. Shop and support ISGA artists who will be selling their creations, and learn about sea and beach glass from experts. Do you have a unique piece of sea glass, washed-ashore bottle, toy, or pottery shard you’d like to show…
Rhode Island author Ann Watt will be signing copies of her memoir, "When Being a Nurse Was Fun: Tales from My Life as a Nurse." Don't miss this opportunity to meet Ann and ask questions about her nursing career and publishing books.
Join us for a hike through the wetlands, forests, and meadows of the Nature Center. We’ll explore these diverse habitats, searching for summer birds, wildflowers, and insects. Experience the beauty and diversity of nature up close as we journey through the varied landscape at DPNC.
**********PRESS RELEASE********PRESS RELEASE************* LEGO FREE BUILDS AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton is hosting a LEGO Free Build every Monday in July beginning July 1, 3:00-5:00 PM. Drop in and be creative with the library’s massive supply of LEGO bricks. Open to all ages. Please note that…
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…
Curious about who’s slithering around your yard? Join us as we learn how to identify local snake species and understand their crucial role in the ecosystem. You’ll also have the exciting opportunity to see and touch live snakes! Meets at DPNC. FREE thanks to the generous support of the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut.
