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SUMMARY:Stonington Literary Festival
DESCRIPTION:STONINGTON LITERARY FESTIVAL \nJAMES MERRILL CENTENNIAL \nOctober 2–4\, 2026 | Stonington\, Connecticut \nA three-day celebration of the life\, work\, and legacy of James Merrill featuring renowned writers\, scholars\, musicians\, including many former Merrill Fellows. Next weekend\, more than 300 attendees and 40+ presenters will gather in Stonington for 30 events across seven venues\, including readings\, conversations\, workshops\, literary tours\, a concert\, a pop-up bookstore\, and more. It will be quite a weekend! \nCan’t make it to Stonington? Join us online! Many events will be live streamed. \nWe will be livestreaming our La Grua Center events on the James Merrill House YouTube channel\, including several events that are sold out in person. We encourage you to tune in from wherever you are and be part of the Centennial weekend. \nThis festival is made possible thanks to the Centennial Festival Committee Chairs: Cynthia Elliott\, Jenny Dixon\, and Joanna Scott; the Centennial Committee members: Owen Hughes\, Sylvia (Sibby) Lynch\, Laura Mathews\, David Schulz\, Willard Spiegelman\, Tom Sullivan\, and Mary Weatherup; and the James Merrill House Board Co-Chairs: Penny Duckham and John Groton; and the rest of the James Merrill House board members: Denise Easton\, Bill Fowler\, Meg Lyons. \nWe also extend our gratitude to the Centennial Committee Advisory Members: Rozina Ali\, Antoinette Brim-Bell\, Michael Collier\, Ann Marie Houle\, Jessie Kindig\, Tochukwu Okafor\, and Julie Rivkin. We also are grateful to Joel Minor and the team at Washington University in St. Louis. \nAnd the festival would not be possible without our sponsors: CT Humanities\, CT Center for the Book \,The Hounds\, Cannonball Hospitality\, Judi Caracausa\, Penguin Random House\, Long River Wealth Management\, UBS; Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey LLP\, Valenti Toyota\, Chelsea Groton Bank\, Raveis Realty. Thank you also to our other funders\, including Anonymous\, the Wimpfheimer Foundation\, and numerous smaller gifts. ​ \nfree to $25 \nMore info and tickets
URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/stonington-literary-festival/
LOCATION:La Grua Center\, 32 Water St\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Benefits,Educational,Festivals,Tours
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SUMMARY:Marine Science Ornament Art
DESCRIPTION:The holidays are here\, but do you miss summer?  Bring summer indoors with ornaments and decorations made with shells and other marine artifacts found on the beach.   Discover what animal each shell came from\, how sea glass is formed\, and how to tie decorative knots.   You may bring your own artifacts or you can use some from our collection. Registration required (online or by phone 860-535-9362) $15/participant
URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/marine-science-ornament-art-2/
LOCATION:NESS\, 70 Water Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Kids,Nature
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SUMMARY:Marine Science Ornament Art
DESCRIPTION:The holidays are here\, but do you miss summer?  Bring summer indoors with ornaments and decorations made with shells and other marine artifacts found on the beach.   Discover what animal each shell came from\, how sea glass is formed\, and how to tie decorative knots.   You may bring your own artifacts or you can use some from our collection. Registration required (online or by phone 860-535-9362) $15/participant
URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/marine-science-ornament-art/
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SUMMARY:NESS at Night During Stonington's Holiday Stroll
DESCRIPTION:Stop by New England Science and Sailing during Stonington’s Annual Holiday Stroll! We will have the touch tanks open\, a fun photo booth\, and hot chocolate! Free
URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/ness-at-night-during-stoningtons-holiday-stroll-2/
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SUMMARY:NESS at Night During Stonington's Holiday Stroll
DESCRIPTION:Stop by New England Science and Sailing during Stonington’s Annual Holiday Stroll! We will have the touch tanks open\, a fun photo booth\, and hot chocolate! Free
URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/ness-at-night-during-stoningtons-holiday-stroll/
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SUMMARY:Nightlife on the Docks
DESCRIPTION:Delve into the night time underwater world! Using NESS’s underwater dock lights we will observe all the different types of animals that are most active at night. Explore different adaptation each animals has for survival\, and even get a chance to fish! All students must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older. \nRegistration required\, call NESS for more information and sign up 860-535-9362.  Cost: $20/Participant. The event will take place on October 21st from 5:30-7:30pm at NESS in Stonington (70 Water Street\, Stonington\, CT).
URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/nightlife-on-the-docks-2/
LOCATION:NESS\, 70 Water Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
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SUMMARY:Nightlife on the Docks
DESCRIPTION:Delve into the night time underwater world! Using NESS’s underwater dock lights we will observe all the different types of animals that are most active at night. Explore different adaptation each animals has for survival\, and even get a chance to fish! All students must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older. \nRegistration required\, call NESS for more information and sign up 860-535-9362.  Cost: $20/Participant. The event will take place on October 21st from 5:30-7:30pm at NESS in Stonington (70 Water Street\, Stonington\, CT).
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SUMMARY:Columbus Day Kids Activities at NESS
DESCRIPTION:Full day of activities for kids at New England Science and Sailing in Stonington. \nWatersport Adventure\nMonday\, October 12  9:00am – 12:00pm  Grades K-4\nEnjoy a taste of kayaking or stand-up paddle boarding\, and take the first exciting step in learning to surf by practicing your stance\, balance\, paddle technique\, and duck dives safely in the Harbor.  All programs will be done safely in the harbor or on land. Registration required.  * Come prepared to get wet! Grades K-4 Cost: $40   Minimum 6 students \nMarble Maze Craze\nMonday\, October 12  1:00-4:00pm  Grades K-4\nLearn the basics of physics with the fun challenge.  Working in teams and using force\, friction and gravity create a maze through which a marble can travel.  Compete with other teams to see which marble moves the slowest and get extra points for creativity and team work! Registration required. Cost: $40   Minimum 6 students \nKayak Adventure\nMonday\, October 12  1:00-4:00pm   Grades 5-8\nJoin NESS for one of the last kayak adventures of the season!  Learn what makes a kayak float by learning about buoyancy.  Then grab a paddle\, learn basic strokes and explore Stonington Harbor. Registration required. Cost: $40  Minimum 6 students  * Come prepared to get wet!  \nUnderwater Caves\, Volcanoes and the Deep Sea\nMonday\, October 12  9:00am-12:00pm   Grades 5-8\nThe deep sea holds so many mysteries that the scientists call it “inner space”. Join our team of ocean explorers as we investigate the hidden world aboard the NESS Exploration Vessel. Study underwater caves and volcanoes\, scrutinize unusual life forms and discover clues from the past! Registration required. Cost: $40   Minimum 6 students
URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/columbus-day-kids-activities-at-ness/
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SUMMARY:Columbus Day Kids Activities at NESS
DESCRIPTION:Full day of activities for kids at New England Science and Sailing in Stonington. \nWatersport Adventure\nMonday\, October 12  9:00am – 12:00pm  Grades K-4\nEnjoy a taste of kayaking or stand-up paddle boarding\, and take the first exciting step in learning to surf by practicing your stance\, balance\, paddle technique\, and duck dives safely in the Harbor.  All programs will be done safely in the harbor or on land. Registration required.  * Come prepared to get wet! Grades K-4 Cost: $40   Minimum 6 students \nMarble Maze Craze\nMonday\, October 12  1:00-4:00pm  Grades K-4\nLearn the basics of physics with the fun challenge.  Working in teams and using force\, friction and gravity create a maze through which a marble can travel.  Compete with other teams to see which marble moves the slowest and get extra points for creativity and team work! Registration required. Cost: $40   Minimum 6 students \nKayak Adventure\nMonday\, October 12  1:00-4:00pm   Grades 5-8\nJoin NESS for one of the last kayak adventures of the season!  Learn what makes a kayak float by learning about buoyancy.  Then grab a paddle\, learn basic strokes and explore Stonington Harbor. Registration required. Cost: $40  Minimum 6 students  * Come prepared to get wet!  \nUnderwater Caves\, Volcanoes and the Deep Sea\nMonday\, October 12  9:00am-12:00pm   Grades 5-8\nThe deep sea holds so many mysteries that the scientists call it “inner space”. Join our team of ocean explorers as we investigate the hidden world aboard the NESS Exploration Vessel. Study underwater caves and volcanoes\, scrutinize unusual life forms and discover clues from the past! Registration required. Cost: $40   Minimum 6 students
URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/columbus-day-kids-activities-at-ness-2/
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SUMMARY:Back to School AweSTEM Fun at New England Science & Sailing!
DESCRIPTION:This event is for children in Grades 2 – Grade 6 and will take place at 70 Water Street\, Stonington. \nThis event is FREE and registration is required – only 100 spots so register now! \nParents\, get an afternoon of last minute back-to-school shopping time\, while your kids head out on the water and participate in sailing\, kayaking\, and other US Sailing Reach activities such as Tide Pooling\, and Microscopes & Touch Tanks. Register at tinyurl.com/aweSTEM2015
URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/back-to-school-awestem-fun-at-new-england-science-sailing/
LOCATION:NESS\, 70 Water Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
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SUMMARY:Back to School AweSTEM Fun at New England Science & Sailing!
DESCRIPTION:This event is for children in Grades 2 – Grade 6 and will take place at 70 Water Street\, Stonington. \nThis event is FREE and registration is required – only 100 spots so register now! \nParents\, get an afternoon of last minute back-to-school shopping time\, while your kids head out on the water and participate in sailing\, kayaking\, and other US Sailing Reach activities such as Tide Pooling\, and Microscopes & Touch Tanks. Register at tinyurl.com/aweSTEM2015
URL:https://thisismystic.com/event/back-to-school-awestem-fun-at-new-england-science-sailing-2/
LOCATION:NESS\, 70 Water Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
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