Everyone knows James Bond preferred his martinis shaken, not stirred, but do you know why? How did this secret-agents tipple evolve into today’s ubiquitous Espresso Martini? The history of the…
The Conference concludes in the beautiful Dina Merrill Theater and Rose Barn Theater with two public performances of an extraordinary mix of devised work from throughout the Conference, featuring guest…
Summer is a great time of year to get a full view of the landscape that makes up Gungywamp, an archaeological site of natural and cultural interest. Join us on…
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…
The Conference concludes in the beautiful Dina Merrill Theater and Rose Barn Theater with two public performances of an extraordinary mix of devised work from throughout the Conference, featuring guest…
Monday. Start your week off with a relaxing morning walk at the Peace Sanctuary. We’ll stroll the hillside, admiring beautiful views from the overlook of the Mystic River. Meet at…
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,…
Tuesday. What’s the best way to deal with invasive plants? Eat them! Walk the trails at Coogan Farm with a naturalist and learn to identify local, edible invasive plants. Upon…
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…
Thursday. Celebrate the longest day of the year and the arrival of summer with a hike exploring the trails at the Nature Center. We’ll listen for birds and frogs and…
Greg’s received a terminal diagnosis. But the Earth's dying, too, so like, at least he’s in good company? This all makes sense to Greg. After all, the world’s too big…
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…
Friday, June 21 – 10am-12:00pm Witness the beauty of woodlands and sparkling pristine waters on trails winding through secluded sections of the Groton Reservoir watershed. This guided hike with a…
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…
Saturday, June 22 – 8 am-10 am Enjoy a summer morning walk and naturalist-led birding session at Haley Farm State Park. We’ll look and listen for resident and nesting birds…
SUMMER READING AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY! The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton will host the donkeys of Tripledale Farm of Guilford along with a petting zoo…
Greg’s received a terminal diagnosis. But the Earth's dying, too, so like, at least he’s in good company? This all makes sense to Greg. After all, the world’s too big…
MYSTIC PIE DANCE, Sat. 06/22/2024 ● TIME: Dance 7:30-10:30 pm ● WHERE: Groton Center @ 102 Newtown Road, Groton, CT 06340. https://www.google.com/.../@41.3494395,-72.0350851,17z/ ● We have Air Conditioning every monthly dance…
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,…
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…
BACKYARD BIRDING AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children entering grades 1 through 5 to Backyard Birding Adventure, presented by the…
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AGE COOKING CLASS AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children in grades 3 through 5 to an afterschool cooking…
The fireflies are out! After a brief introduction to the amazing life cycle of fireflies, we’ll hike the trails at Coogan Farm and look for them in the woods and…
June 28-30, 2024 The WoodenBoat Show, hosted in a partnership with WoodenBoat Publications, offers something for all wooden boat enthusiasts and maritime history buffs. More than one hundred traditional and…
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…
Join us for an in-person storytime in the library! Come listen to your favorite stories! Best for ages 2-5.
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…
The fireflies are out! After a brief introduction to the amazing life cycle of fireflies, we’ll hike the trails at Coogan Farm and look for them in the woods and…
June 28-30, 2024 The WoodenBoat Show, hosted in a partnership with WoodenBoat Publications, offers something for all wooden boat enthusiasts and maritime history buffs. More than one hundred traditional and…
WoodenBoat to Celebrate 50 Years of Publishing with WoodenBoat Show After-Hours Party WoodenBoat is marking its 50th birthday with a special free after-hours party on Saturday, June 29 — and…
June 28-30, 2024 The WoodenBoat Show, hosted in a partnership with WoodenBoat Publications, offers something for all wooden boat enthusiasts and maritime history buffs. More than one hundred traditional and…
**********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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
THE MESSIER OBJECTS AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children entering grades 1 through 5 to The Messier Objects, an astronomy…
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…
Food Explorers for a deliciously sweet and fruity cooking program! You’ll be making Pinkalicious Parfaits by layering vanilla cake, raspberry whipped cream and fresh raspberries. Recipe is nut free but…
