This is an interfaith and community event to celebrate the holiday season. Our mission is to celebrate our faith in the goodness of God by: 1. Learning of and embracing all faiths and individuals in our community 2. Celebrating together through joyful holiday music 3. Sharing religious, and service oriented symbols Doors open to the…
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the season to experience the peace and wonder of a winter walk in the woods. Wind through the forest on a self-guided tour of trails lit by the soft glow of nearly 1,000 luminaria. After your walk, gather by the warmth of a festive fire at…
You’ve enjoyed Jelani in The Lion King and Back To The Future on Broadway, but tonight, he’s at the O’Neill! Get ready to deck the halls with an intimate evening of holiday classics and Broadway favorites featuring Jelani Remy with music director Tom Vendafreddo at the piano. Details & Tickets
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…
Join us for an evening performance in the Spicer Reading Room! The Mystic River Chorale will perform a Holiday event on December 16th at 7 PM! Free to all.
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…
The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton will host A Night of Traditional Stories and Carols with the Callithumpians on Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 6:00 – 7:30 PM. Comprised of four talented musicians, the Callithumpians will entertain you with traditional dance music from Ireland, Scotland, New England, and the South just as…
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.
December 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, and 22, 2024 5:00–8:00 p.m. Take a journey through time this holiday season at Mystic Seaport Museum! What connects the festive seasons of bygone days to the present? The spirit of love that enchants us all. Love for each other, for seasonal traditions of every kind, for twinkling…
December 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, and 22, 2024 5:00–8:00 p.m. Take a journey through time this holiday season at Mystic Seaport Museum! What connects the festive seasons of bygone days to the present? The spirit of love that enchants us all. Love for each other, for seasonal traditions of every kind, for twinkling…
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…
December 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, and 22, 2024 5:00–8:00 p.m. Take a journey through time this holiday season at Mystic Seaport Museum! What connects the festive seasons of bygone days to the present? The spirit of love that enchants us all. Love for each other, for seasonal traditions of every kind, for twinkling…
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…
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…
Join us for an in-person storytime in the library! Come listen to your favorite stories! Best for ages 2-5.
Join MNL for Classical Story Time: Journey by Aaron Becker. This event pairs live classical music with two illustrated books to create a beautiful multi-media story time. Each book takes the reader on a journey through a magical world, traveling and learning along the way. Cellist Thomas Readett will bring the sound of the cello…
MYSTIC PIE DANCE, Sat. 12/28/2024 A fourth Saturday contra dance in Southeastern Connecticut! ● WHEN: Dance 7:30-10:30 pm ● WHERE: Groton Center @ 102 Newtown Road, Groton, CT www.google.com/maps/place/102+Newtown+Rd,+Groton,+CT+06340/@41.3494396,-72.0327891,630m ● CONTRA DANCING IS so wicked fun, dancing to Live Music! It is the fiddle tunes of Ireland, Scotland, England, France, Appalachia & America! We often…
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…
Come join us at Mystic Seaport Museum for a family-friendly musical countdown to the New Year! Enter through the North Entrance—the first 50 kids will get their own noisemaker! At 12:00 p.m., fun crafts for kids, such as making party hats, will take place in Home Port. We'll ring in the New Year with fun…
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…
Ring in the New Year at Hilton Mystic, Mystic, CT featuring Wicked Peach. Join in the festivities as Wicked Peach, once again, takes our stage to usher in 2025! Ticket Price includes: Intimate Concert with Wicked Peach Prosecco Toast at Midnight Breakfast Buffet at Midnight Get Tickets
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.
WONDERFUL WINTER STORY TIME! The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children to our Wonderful Winter Story Time, a story program for children ages birth through age 5, with a caregiver. Story Time meets every Monday at 10:00 AM at the library, beginning on January 6, 2025 through April 7, 2025, with…
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…
MUSIC & MOVEMENT AT THE BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY 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 January 7, 2025 through April 8, 2025. Join us for songs and activities with LIVE music! We’ll have you and your…
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…
Join us for an in-person storytime in the library! Come listen to your favorite stories! Best for ages 2-5.
Proper pruning of fruit trees encourages fruit production, prevents disease, spurs growth and leads to healthier, stronger trees! During this hands-on class you will learn how to prune and what tools are needed as you spend time in the Giving Garden. Meets at Coogan Farm by the JX Barn. Register: https://dpnc.org/event/fruit-tree-pruning/
Explore the shoreline and marshes of Barn Island Wildlife Management Area looking for overwintering ducks and other waterfowl with staff from DPNC and the Long Island Sound Study. Meet at the Boat Launch At Barn Island Sign up through Long Island Sound Study: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe1-mRkQgEP8dKnTrAUJJA9C3UrUzUQ8aVh-iw8R3GnNcf3AQ/viewform?pli=1
Join us the second Saturday of every month as we adventure into nature! This month is all about squirrels. Learn about their amazing adaptations, play squirrel games and make a treat for the squirrels! Meets at DPNC. For children ages 6–10 years Register: https://dpnc.org/event/adventures-in-nature-squirrels/
Drop in to meet our warm and welcoming staff, learn about our nature-guided curriculum, visit our classrooms (both inside and out!), and picture your preschooler at Nature Preschool next year. Stop by the preschool at Coogan Farm between 10 AM and 12 PM on any of our three open house days: January 11, February 8,…
Are you tired of the same old, same old at mealtime? Join Erica Benvenuti, a registered dietician, for a fun, adult cooking class on Saturday, January 11, at 10:30 AM at Bill Memorial Library. Erica will demonstrate some tasty and easy recipes that will be sure to liven up your meals in the new year!…
WONDERFUL WINTER STORY TIME! The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children to our Wonderful Winter Story Time, a story program for children ages birth through age 5, with a caregiver. Story Time meets every Monday at 10:00 AM at the library, beginning on January 6, 2025 through April 7, 2025, with…
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…
Explore the forest and meadows of DPNC and watch for the rising full moon. The January full moon, known as the Wolf Moon, rises early making it a great night hike for families. Meet at DPNC. Pre Registration is required: https://dpnc.org/event/full-wolf-moon-walk-at-the-nature-center/
