There's more to a library than just shelves and books. Careful thinking and planning has informed the interior and exterior design of libraries as they evolved from medieval stacks to modern community centers. This program will explore the good, the bad and the amazingly innovative in library architecture, with a focus on the last century.…
Meet famous superheroes and take pictures with them all weekend long! Be sure to get your face painted like a superhero on Friday. Then, meet our own Mystic Aquarium Veterinarian heroes on Saturday while they perform animal checkups! On Sunday, it's your turn to become a superhero and adopt a shelter animal during your visit…
Come cheer on Shoreline Roller Derby's Kraken Skulls as they play against Central Jersey at Avery Point Athletic Center in Groton CT. Doors open at 5:30pm, first whistle at 6:00pm.
The Trillium Garden Club will offer a free class on how to transplant seedlings and plant decorative spring containers at Bill Memorial Library on Saturday, April 29, at 10:30 AM. All who attend will receive a free tomato seedling and will be eligible to win one of the finished planters. Class size is limited and…
Come cheer on Shoreline Roller Derby's Kraken Skulls as they play against Central Jersey at Avery Point Athletic Center in Groton CT. Doors open at 5:30pm, first whistle at 6:00pm.
The Wandering Uterus is an exhibit featuring 11 female Connecticut artists. It is the sixth exhibit by the Wandering Uterus group that promises a diverse range of fine art styles and media by many of the same artists from the group's previous exhibitions with some dynamic new artists added to the line-up. Mediums displayed will…
Celebrate Cinco De Mayo starting at 4pm on Friday, May 5th, 2023! The IRONS's will be featuring a special a Cinco De Mayo menu, featuring a fun cocktail and Special Entree! Entree Special: The Mojo pulled pork- Pork shoulder brined and slow cooked with citrus, peppers, onion, and cilantro. Served with red beans and rice,…
On Saturday, May 6th, gallop on over to Hilton Mystics, IRONS Restaurant to celebrate the 149th Kentucky Derby! Special menu features: A delicious Southern Pecan crusted fried chicken, braised greens, spicy corn bread- $28 Complete your dinner with our Kentucky Derby Specialty Cocktail, The Blueberry Mint Julep- $14 More information: https://fb.me/e/5cx7uWxeV
Downtown Mystic Merchants and Greater Mystic Chamber invites everyone to join us in Downtown Mystic, CT for the annual Downtown Mystic Spring Stroll on May 6th! Build a Bouquet! Purchases made in participating downtown Mystic retail shops will earn you coins. After your shopping experience, you may trade each coin in for a beautiful flower…
Celebrate Mom this year with our Mother's Day Grand Brunch Buffet at The Hilton Mystic. Located at 20 Coogan Blvd, in Mystic, Connecticut on Sunday, May 14, 2023. With two seatings: 11 a.m. | 1 p.m. Give mom a well-deserved day off and let our chefs do all the cooking! Create new memories this Mother's…
Gardeners are being encouraged to incorporate more native plants into their yards and gardens. This talk will cover what native plants are and discuss why native plants are important for pollinators, song birds and the environment. Tips for the home gardener on how get started on gardening with native plants and a list of resources…
Join us outside on the Library lawn for a spring cleanup day! Please bring gardening gloves and any other supplies you might need for outdoor maintenance. Thank you for your continued support and we hope to see you there!
Come cheer on Shoreline Roller Derby's Kraken Skulls as they play against Monadnock at Avery Point Athletic Center in Groton CT. Doors open at 5:30pm, first whistle at 6:00pm.
Experience the beautiful Mystic shoreline community at the Mystic Half Marathon and 10K! Enjoy scenic views for 13.1 or 6.2 miles, running from Olde Mistick Village, past historic ships, through the charming downtown with the race finish at Mystic Aquarium. All participants receive a short sleeve technical shirt and a custom designed finisher medal in…
Joanne LeFrancois owned and operated LeFrancois Floral in Norwich for over 28 years. She hosted several Garden Parties for Spirit of Broadway Theatre Fundraisers and designed Harbor Fire Couldrons for Rotary Community Corps. Joanne created the landscape design for Ellis Ruley Memorial Part. She loves to garden and will present a creative way to "Repurpose…
Wednesday and Thursday, May 24th, 10a-4p and 25th, 10a-3p - Two Day Beginner Workshop! 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…
Join us for two lively concerts along the river at the Museum’s new performance stage! Shows begin at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday (New London Big Band) and Sunday (RUNA). So grab a drink at Schaefer’s Spouter Tavern, and enjoy an afternoon of toe-tapping tunes against a backdrop of historic ships. Limited (bench) seating is provided,…
Join us for two lively concerts along the river at the Museum’s new performance stage! Shows begin at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday (New London Big Band) and Sunday (RUNA). So grab a drink at Schaefer’s Spouter Tavern, and enjoy an afternoon of toe-tapping tunes against a backdrop of historic ships. Limited (bench) seating is provided,…
A Mystic tradition for over 100 years. Parade assembles on Water, Pearl and Gravel Streets on the Groton side of the river. Parade steps off at 2pm (rain or shine) and marches to the Mystic VFW on Rt 1 in Stonington (60 Stonington Road). Afterwards, a memorial service and free BBQ at VFW will commemorate…
Our Open Mic series will take place on Thursday, June 1st 2023 and will be hosted by comedians, Dame Fk and Elijah Pysyk! Sign Up available onsite from 5:00-5:30 PM Poetry, comedy, spoken word, Bring what you got! All talents welcome! 5 Minute Time Slot for Comedians and Poets! 2 Song Time Slot for Musicians!…
Marc Stone has been a standout presence in the New Orleans Roots music since the 1990s. A stylistic chameleon, he has released 4 albums of original music and toured extensively in the US and Europe. When he’s not on stage or in the studio, Marc can be found behind the mic at New Orleans’ iconic…
The Friends of the Mystic & Noank Library will be holding the annual Week Long Book Sale, starting June 2, 2023. Friday June 2, 2023 5-7pm: Preview Party Admission $5. All items priced 50% OVER marked prices Saturday June 3, 2023 9:30am-2:30pm: Fair Day, free and priced as marked Monday - Wed June 5,6,7 10am-7pm:…
The Friends Annual Spring Fair is on Saturday, June 3rd from 9:30 AM -2:30 PM, rain or shine. Volunteers are needed! Please sign up to help at the circulation desk or by calling (860) 536-7721. The fair will include a White Elephant sale and a food booth offering soup from Mystic Soup Co. The Mystic…
June 3, 2023 9:30-2:30, rain or shine! All are invited! Books for all ages inside the library and outside, White Elephant treasures, Plants and more from the Mystic Garden Club, Puzzles, Franklin's General Store Fudge, Food booth with hot dogs and noodle salad from Jealous Monk, Mystic Soup Co soup and more, Silent Auction starts…
The Friends of the Mystic & Noank Library will be holding the annual Week Long Book Sale, starting June 2, 2023. Friday June 2, 2023 5-7pm: Preview Party Admission $5. All items priced 50% OVER marked prices Saturday June 3, 2023 9:30am-2:30pm: Fair Day, free and priced as marked Monday - Wed June 5,6,7 10am-7pm:…
Kick off summer with boats, beer, music, and oysters at Riverfest! Visiting fishing and oyster vessels are docking at the Seaport once again to educate about the industry’s current sustainable practices. Enjoy local oysters and check out a variety of special historical demonstrations like sail handling aboard historic vessels, cod fishing, and cooking oysters on…
MITCHFEST 14 is on at Hygienic Art Park to benefit Hope Hospice & Palliative Care of Rhode Island. Join Bobby Christina as he presents this great ongoing music series in honor of his parents. This year the theme is "A Tribute to the Great Duets of Blues, Soul and R&B." MITCHFEST is a tradition that’s…
Join us on June 3rd from 5-6 PM for an hour of short stories with Author, Heather Dailey-Mezzacappa at the Hygienic Art Gallery. She will read sections from independently published book, "Curious Creatures and Fairy Tales." ABOUT THE BOOK: Curious Creatures and Fairy Tales is a compilation of stories based on eight mixed media figures…
The Friends of the Mystic & Noank Library will be holding the annual Week Long Book Sale, starting June 2, 2023. Friday June 2, 2023 5-7pm: Preview Party Admission $5. All items priced 50% OVER marked prices Saturday June 3, 2023 9:30am-2:30pm: Fair Day, free and priced as marked Monday - Wed June 5,6,7 10am-7pm:…
The Friends of the Mystic & Noank Library will be holding the annual Week Long Book Sale, starting June 2, 2023. Friday June 2, 2023 5-7pm: Preview Party Admission $5. All items priced 50% OVER marked prices Saturday June 3, 2023 9:30am-2:30pm: Fair Day, free and priced as marked Monday - Wed June 5,6,7 10am-7pm:…
The Friends of the Mystic & Noank Library will be holding the annual Week Long Book Sale, starting June 2, 2023. Friday June 2, 2023 5-7pm: Preview Party Admission $5. All items priced 50% OVER marked prices Saturday June 3, 2023 9:30am-2:30pm: Fair Day, free and priced as marked Monday - Wed June 5,6,7 10am-7pm:…
The Friends of the Mystic & Noank Library will be holding the annual Week Long Book Sale, starting June 2, 2023. Friday June 2, 2023 5-7pm: Preview Party Admission $5. All items priced 50% OVER marked prices Saturday June 3, 2023 9:30am-2:30pm: Fair Day, free and priced as marked Monday - Wed June 5,6,7 10am-7pm:…
The Friends of the Mystic & Noank Library will be holding the annual Week Long Book Sale, starting June 2, 2023. Friday June 2, 2023 5-7pm: Preview Party Admission $5. All items priced 50% OVER marked prices Saturday June 3, 2023 9:30am-2:30pm: Fair Day, free and priced as marked Monday - Wed June 5,6,7 10am-7pm:…
Each June, puppeteers gather from across the globe to create works that defy the bounds of contemporary theater and the imagination at the National Puppetry Conference. Participants collaborate with renowned directors, puppet artists, and playwrights to develop innovative productions conceived by guest artists, as well as presentations initiated by the Conference participants. The National Puppetry…
The Friends of the Mystic & Noank Library will be holding the annual Week Long Book Sale, starting June 2, 2023. Friday June 2, 2023 5-7pm: Preview Party Admission $5. All items priced 50% OVER marked prices Saturday June 3, 2023 9:30am-2:30pm: Fair Day, free and priced as marked Monday - Wed June 5,6,7 10am-7pm:…
Each June, puppeteers gather from across the globe to create works that defy the bounds of contemporary theater and the imagination at the National Puppetry Conference. Participants collaborate with renowned directors, puppet artists, and playwrights to develop innovative productions conceived by guest artists, as well as presentations initiated by the Conference participants. The National Puppetry…
The Quartet is a collective of Rock and Jazz musicians from diverse backgrounds that adds to their unique sound. Founded by Drummer, Ken Serio in 2016, the Quartet features Sinan Bakir on Guitar, Jedd Chiebowski on Bass, and Vocalist, Josi Davis is the lead singer of the quartet. Ken Serio is an accomplished musician that…
A golf tournament to benefit Stonington High School, open to the public. Richmond Country Club, Richmond, RI June 11, 2023 PRIZES INCLUDE: Best Team Name • Best Team Outfit • Closest to the Pin ALSO: $5,000 Putting Contest & Million Dollar Shot Contest Five different Hole-in-One contests including $10,000 Hawaii vacation, $10,000 cash, iPad &…
Members of the ECSO will be seated inside the Frank Loomis Palmer Amphitheater at the Hygienic Art Park in New London from 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM waiting to perform, all they need is a conductor! Everyone is invited to step up to the podium and our Music Director & Conductor Toshiyuki Shimada will be…
The Noank-Mystic Community Band will host the 26th annual Summer Sounds concert series in Mystic River Park, Cottrell Street, Mystic on Tuesdays, from June 13 – August 15, 2023. Concerts, which feature a different community music group each week, will begin at 7PM. These concerts are made possible by Summer Sounds’ major sponsor Charter Oak…
