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Children at the White Memorial Conservation Center
An educational fitness company, bringtheHoopla
The League of Women Voters of Litchfield County has announced its newly elected Board of Directors for the grassroots, and also non-partisan political organization’s current 2022-2023 year. One of the league's officers is its newly elected President, Marianne Seeber, who is also shown. Seeber addressed over 30 members, and guests at the league's annual meeting on Wednesday, June 29, at a 415 South Street in the county.
Washington: Steep Rock Association hike
On July 13, come to Macricostas Preserve for a hike through a landscape illuminated by the Buck Moon from 8 p.m. - 10 p.m., a special time as the trails are typically closed.
Once meeting at the main parking lot (124 Christian St., New Preston), our enclave of explorers will proceed over boardwalk, around hayfield, and into forest with the Lookout as a destination. This rocky outcropping will provide the perfect platform for viewing the moonrise and letting out a howl or hoot into the night.
Participants should wear appropriate clothing/footwear for a challenging hike over uneven terrain, bring water, and have a flashlight or headlamp on hand.
Registration is required and donations are gratefully accepted. Please register online at https://steeprockassoc.org/events-programs. Inclement weather will cancel the event.
The StayStrong-Ukraine organization has raised over $30,000 for the people of Ukraine.
Impressed by their ability to gather support, Ken Thimmel, Director of Pay It Forward Auction, has donated 2 Yankee Luxury Suite tickets and a signed Yankee Lithograph to StayStrong-Ukraine.
Under the sponsorship of Ari Rosenberg's Association of Religious Communities (ARC) in Danbury and with the help of many people from New Milford, these items will be raffled off with the proceeds going to the Ukrainian Red Cross and The World Central Kitchen.
For more information, visit staystrong-ukraine.com/
The raffle continues to Aug. 1.
July programs at Deer Pond Farm in Sherman
Butterflies And Birding: July 9, 10 a.m. to noon, Stefan Martin, habitat steward for the Connecticut Audubon Society will take to the trails to explore the variety of butterfly species that call Deer Pond Farm home.
Summer is the perfect time to enjoy the beautiful, shimmering colors of these flying pollinators. They will also keep an eye and an ear out for our summer bird residents. Learn about the important role that plants play in the life cycle of the butterflies and birds, and what you can do at home to benefit their populations.
All programs are held outside. Registration is required at ctaudubon.org.
Schedule a private guided walk: Enjoy a two-hour, staff- or volunteer-led walk for up to 10 people. Available year-round. Pricing based on program type. Please call Cathy Hagadorn, director, at (860) 799-4074 x 104 to schedule
Birds And More Ecology Walk: July 24, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. The chorus of bird song diminishes by mid-summer, replaced by the buzz of cicadas and the croaks of Bullfrogs and Green Frogs. But the birds are still very busy.
Some are still nesting (in some cases for a second or third time this season), while others are teaching their young important survival skills and preparing for southward migration in the weeks and months to come.
Conservation biologist Jim Arrigoni will be your guide on this gentle 1.5-mile walk.
You can contribute to important, useful, and user-friendly citizen science projects via the internet or smartphone apps.
iNaturalist.org is a “virtual museum” repository for observations of any living thing, from algae to oak trees. The app can also aid in identifying photographs of species. eBird.org is a great way to keep track of your birdwatching adventures and a resource for learning about what birds to expect at different times and places.
iNaturalist.org is a “virtual museum” repository for observations of any living thing, from algae to oak trees. The app can also aid in identifying photographs of species. eBird.org is a great way to keep track of your birdwatching adventures and a resource for learning about what birds to expect at different times and places.
Visitor parking and guided programs meet at 57 Wakeman Hill Road, Sherman, CT 06784 Tel: (860) 799-4074 Trails open daily from dawn to dusk. See our kiosks for trail and wildlife updates and information.
Visitor parking and guided programs meet at 57 Wakeman Hill Road, Sherman. Call (860) 799-4074.
All onsite programs are held outside. Visitor parking and programs meet at 57 Wakeman Hill Road, Sherman, (860) 799-4074.
Free star watching party New Milford observatory
Second Saturday Stars. Free Star Party. July 9 from 8-10 p.m. at the McCarthy Observatory, behind New Milford High School.
Roxbury Fire Dept's Pickin n Fiddlin contest
After a two-year absence due to the COVID pandemic, the Roxbury Volunteer Fire Department's annual Pickin n Fiddlin contest returns for 2022. This year marks the 46th anniversary of our fundraising event that benefits the Roxbury Volunteer Fire Department.
The event is July 9. The gates open at noon; contestant registration beginning at 12:30 p.m. and contest scheduled to start at 2 p.m.
Bring a lawn chair/blanket. There will be vendors, food, crafts, playground, games. There is free parking.
The event is at Hurlburt Town Park, 18 Apple Lane
Roxbury. The gates open at noon. The rain date is July 10 at noon. It is a bluegrass festival. Admission is $12. Children under 10 are free.
Categories: Old Time Fiddle - Old Time Banjo - Madolin Trick and Fancy Fiddle - Flat Pick and Finger Pick Guitar Bluegrass Banjo - Bands played between categories Jr. and Sr. prizes awarded
For more information, visit roxburyct.com or by calling 860-354-5921. The event is sponsored by the Roxbury Volunteer Fire Department.
Hoopla Hoops program, Roxbury library
The Minor Memorial Library in Roxbury is excited to welcome bringtheHoopla! for an active and expressive hula hoop hullabaloo on July 9 at 11a.m.
bringtheHoopla’s hosts create a welcoming environment and allows each participant to find success within their hoop. Using their signature Hoopla Hoops everyone engages in basic hoop instruction, age & theme appropriate games, and positive activities.
This program encourages self-expression and creativity! bringtheHoopla’s skilled teachers help all participants learn a new spin on hula hooping.
This program will be held under the tent on the library’s lawn. Call the library at 860-350-2181 or visit minormemoriallibrary.org for more information and directions.
The Minor Memorial Library in Roxbury is excited to welcome White Memorial Conservation Center to the library for a guided “Outdoor Discovery Hike” for children and families on July 16 at 11 a.m.
An educator from White Memorial will guide participants on a short hike through Joey’s Trail pointing out interesting sights, sounds, and smells along the way.
Joey’s Trail starts right behind the library and winds its way through the woods, ending near the Roxbury Senior Center (approx. ¼ mile.) While the terrain is mostly flat, participants should wear footwear appropriate for a trail. Call the library at 860-350-2181 or visit minormemoriallibrary.org.
The Sherman Library’s third annual Golf Tournament fundraiser is to be held at the Whippoorwill Country Club, 150 Whippoorwill Road, Armonk, NY on Monday, Aug. 22nd. Enjoy a great day of golf at one of the top golf courses of the northeast. Set on 170 majestic acres, Whippoorwill is regularly ranked in the top 30 best golf courses in New York. This classic course design boasts greens with great character, and wonderful undulating land forms.
Come out and play a great golf course at this exclusive private club, enjoy on course refreshments, a post round barbeque, socializing, silent auction, and open bar, all while helping to raise money for the Sherman Library at the same time. Have fun and do good in one great package!
The event is open to both men and women and there will be many contests to win including, hole(s) in one, putting, longest drive, and closest to the pin.
To level the field, the tournament handicaps will be a best ball foursome utilizing players’ handicaps. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. tee off is at 10:00 a.m.
Tickets are $300 for a single player (who will be matched up with 3 other players) or $1,200 for a foursome. The price includes 18 holes of golf, on course refreshment, and post round barbeque. Tickets and sponsorship packages can be purchased through the Sherman Library website www.shermanlibrary.org/golf. For more details, please contact the Sherman Library at 860-354-2455 or SLDirector@biblio.org.
Book Discussion through Zoom: July 15, 7:30 p.m. Einstein’s Wife: The Real Story of Mileva Einstein-Maric by Allen Esterson, David C. Cassidy, and Ruth Lewin Sime. Discussion led by Denise Schlesinger. Copies of the book are available at the library. To participate in the remote book discussion please contact SLprograms@biblio.org
Great Decisions 2022 through Zoom: July 19, 7 p.m.
Golf Tournament, Fundraising Event, Aug. 22, registration 9 a.m., tee off 10 a.m. Enjoy great golf at one of the top golf courses of the northeast. Set on 170 majestic acres, Whippoorwill is regularly ranked among the top 30 best golf courses in New York.
To register, visit shermanlibrary.org/golf.
Children’s programs and events: Food Explorers - Strawberry Shortcake, July 15, 11:30am: Test your taste buds with a morning filled with culinary exploration. Registration required and spots are limited. It’s recommended for children ages 5+. To register email slkids@biblio.org or visit our website.
Crafts, dance summer events in Sherman
The following events will be at Robbyn’s Nest 1 Rte 37 E Sherman:
Zumba Gold Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. with JoAnna from Fred Astaire Dance Studio, 7/11 Lego Club 3-4 p.m. create on your own or take a challenge, 7/23 Dinosaur Day 11-12, or 1-2 p.m. Dig for dinosaur eggs, craft, and more, 7/28 Learn Macrame from Andrea Dever from 5-6 p.m.. Early tweens-Adults. A choice of 1-3 weeks. 7/28 Decorate a citronella for your patio, 8/4 Plant holder, 8/11 beaded bracelets. Lastly Harry Potter Hogwarts 30th reunion 2-3 p.m.. Call (860) 354 0099 for more information or to reserve your spot.
Sherman JCC: TJ Thompson Trio Jazz Band
The event will be July 9 at 7 p.m. The T.J. Thompson Trio has been active since 2014 performing in various clubs and pits in musical theaters throughout Connecticut.
Washington library: senior citizens technical assistance
The Gunn Memorial Library in Washington will be at the Washington Senior Center to offer one-on-one technical assistance to seniors to help with personal devices this summer.
Call the library at 860-868-7586 to book a time slot on the following dates. Individual sessions run for 30 minutes each.
They can help set up and navigate Apple and Google products, assist with email and other general technology questions.
To book an appointment, call 860-868-7586.
Night of art, music in New Milford
Merryall celebrates its 70th anniversary with a gala art reception highlighting barns and still lifes of Litchfield County by Lorraine Ryan and a rousing concert featuring jazz flutist Aly Ryerson
On July 16, there will be an art opening and reception a 6:30 p.m., followed by concert at 8 p.m.
Toast the paintings of Connecticut’s Lorraine Ryan, listen and enjoy the music performed by Jazz flutist Ali Ryerson and her renown Jazz Quartet.
Climaxing the program with a career spanning five decades, Ali Ryerson and her jazz quartet takes the stage as one of the world’s top ranked flutists. Ryerson has released over two dozen albums on major labels including Concord Records, Capri Records and Red Barron.
Tickets for the evening are $35 and can be purchased by visiting merryallcenter.org.
The Merryall Center is a nonprofit organization located at 8 Chapel Hill Road. For more information, visit the center’s website.
Adult, teen challenge concert in Sherman
The Sherman Church will host the New Haven chapter of Adult & Teen Challenge in a concert July 17 at 4:30 p.m. at the pavilion at the Sherman Town Beach.
The story of this worldwide organization began with David Wilkerson, a young pastor from Pennsylvania, who described his ministry in New York City in his 1963 book “The Cross and the Switchblade,” his work full time among gang members, and the beginnings of the Teen Challenge organization seeking to help those bound by addiction.
The members of the New Haven chapter will sing and give testimony at the July performance as they did last year, telling their individual stories of addiction and lifesaving change through Jesus Christ.
The church will present its Mission Moment July 24 on Adult & Teen Challenge, and a collection will be taken up during the 10 a.m. service. Anyone may donate by check made out to The Sherman Church with Adult & Teen Challenge in the memo line or online at the church website www.shermanchurch.org with Adult & Teen Challenge in the Comments line.
LWV of Litchfield County, elected board of directors
The League of Women Voters of Litchfield County announced their newly elected Board of Directors for 2022-23.
Officers include: President- Marianne Seeber, First Vice-President- Kerry Mayers, Second Vice-President Marie Pettibone, Treasurer- Theresa Lavoie, Secretary - Patti Hamaguchi, and Membership- Jackie Miller and Bibby Veerman. Board Members include: Archivist- Lindsay Feinberg, Election Reporting- Bibby Veerman, Publicity - Doreen Deary, Advocacy- Rosemarie Greco, Voter Services- Kerry Mayers and Laura Stancs, Corresponding Secretary and Hospitality-Diane Ryan, Members-at-Large include- Pat Donovan, Candy Perez and Paula Rolleston.
The priority will be reaching out to the 29 towns throughout the county, offering events to educate the public about the upcoming referendum on the ballot this November regarding absentee voting.
Paradice Cruiser Thanksgiving July car show to benefit New Milford Food Bank
The 14th annual show is July 9 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. The rain date is July 16. It’s at route 202 & 109 Union Savings Bank. Cars, trucks and motorcycles are welcome with a $10 entry fee. It’s free to spectate. Please bring non-perishable food.
Sherman Players theater group, ‘Stepping Out’
STEPPING OUT is a rollicking comedy about the attempts of a misfit bunch to overcome their inhibitions and left feet in a low-rent dance studio. STEPPING OUT runs July 9, 15, 16, 22 and 23 at 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. There will be two 2 p.m. Sunday matinees on July 10 and 17. Tickets are $24 for adults and $12 for students. Students may see any performance for $12 if they carry a valid student ID.
Reservations can be made online at shermanplayers.org or by calling the box office at (860) 354-3622.
A call for New Milford artists to submit artwork
In anticipation of a summer opening of the New Milford Public Library, the Library is putting out a call for artists from New Milford.
The Library will be accepting applications for participation in an Opening Gala Multi-Artist Show, of 2D art. The show will be one month long. Artists must be residents of New Milford.
For more information and an application, please contact Denise Martens, Public Services Librarian, at the Library. Call: 860-355-1191 or email: nmcirc@biblio.org.
Adult summer programs at New Milford Public Library
Summer Reading at New Milford Public Library will be from July 5 to Aug. 12 for all ages. Information is at the Library website, click on the adult, teens, and/or children’s tabs on the homepage: newmilfordlibrary.org/.
Please check individual program listings for location. Registration is required for most programs. Attendance may be limited. Contact Denise Martens, Public Services Librarian to register: dmartens@biblio.org or 860-355-1191 or visit https://bit.ly/nmplprograms.
Foreign Film Friday’s series at The Maxx & The Marsh Parish house, every Friday in July from 4-6 p.m. Popcorn and drinks will be served.
July 8 - at The Maxx: Speak so I can see you, Serbian w/English subtitles, NR, 73 minutes
July 15 - at The Marsh Parish House: The Funeral, Japanese w/English subtitles, NR, 124 minutes
July 22 - at The Marsh Parish House: A Writer's Odyssey, Mandarin w/English subtitles, NR, 130 minutes
July 29 - at The Marsh Parish House: Rouge, Cantonese w/English subtitles, NR, 96 minutes
Aug. 3, 10, 6 p.m. on The New Milford Green
Tai Chi on The Green
Tai Chi instructor Adam Tilbe will be teaching a beginner Tai Chi class on The Green outside the historic building of the Library. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a water bottle. No registration needed, all are welcome.
July 9 at The Marsh Parish House
Lyme Disease 101: Risks and Prevention
Learn how to protect yourself, children, and pets against a tick bite, and what to do if you find a tick, from Rika Keck.
Rika is a Holistic Health Practitioner, a Founding member of the Global Lyme Alliance Ambassador Program, Member of ILADS, and a published author. Registration is required and limited for this in person program.
July 14, 7 p.m. at The Marsh Parish House
Come explore the wonder of birds with Elizabeth O'Connor, naturalist educator. Elizabeth will discuss how to identify and attract our winged friends to your landscape. By planning your landscape to be bird-friendly you help them and in turn, they can help you. Registration is required and limited for this in person program.
July 20, 7 p.m. at The Marsh Parish House
Stamping and Paper Craft Class
Wendy McDonald, craft enthusiast, will provide instruction on creating fun designs with stamps and paper layering. With creativity and a variety of techniques participants will end up with homemade greeting cards to share with family and friends. Novices and seasoned scrap bookers are invited for this opportunity to craft together. Registration is required and limited for this in person program.
July 23, 6 p.m. at The Marsh Parish House
A History of Bulls Bridge Hydroelectric Project
Steve Jones and Zac Mirecki's will provide a presentation on the amazing history of the Bulls Bridge project. This visual presentation will be accompanied by Steve and Zac's history talk. Steve and Zac are local history enthusiasts, and have professional backgrounds in history and engineering as well.
July 27, 7 p.m. on Zoom
Learn to decorate Superhero Cupcakes
Learn to expertly decorate cupcakes with, Coach Peggy, from The Baking Coach Team. Each registrant will receive 3 pre-made cupcakes, and all the ingredients needed to decorate them. This program will be on Zoom. Registration is required and limited. One registration per household. Zoom link will be sent with registration.
*Please note: Cupcakes and the decorating kit will need to be picked up at the Library prior to the program during our open hours. Cupcakes and kits are scheduled to arrive on Friday, July 22. Please call before coming to pick-up: 860-355-1191.
July 28, 7 p.m. at The Marsh Parish House
Elizabeth O'Connor, naturalist educator, will discuss how to prepare to have a safe and enjoyable hike, whether it is a short walk with friends and family or a multiple-day adventure. Learn what you need to know before heading out. Registration is required and limited for this in person program. Families are welcome.
Aug. 2, 7 p.m. at The Marsh Parish House
The Wildlife Outside our Windows
Erin Josefson from the White Memorial Conservation Center will present a program about the wildlife right outside our windows. Using live animals and natural props, this program provides insight into the diversity of fascinating creatures in Connecticut. This will be an interactive format for a discussion of noteworthy examples of each major animal group, as well as general biodiversity information for CT’s wildlife. A live ambassador will in attendance. This program is in person at The Marsh Parish House. Registration is required, and limited. Families are welcome.
Aug. 9, 7 p.m. at The Marsh Parish House
Learn to Create Paper Flowers
Wendy McDonald, craft enthusiast, will provide instruction on paper flowers from a variety of paper materials. Novices and seasoned crafters are invited for this opportunity to craft together. Registration is required and limited for this in person program.
Aug. 11, 7 p.m. at The Marsh Parish House
Elizabeth O'Connor, naturalist educator will be teaching the basics of using a compass. GPS is dependent on batteries and being able to get a signal. Knowing how to read and follow a compass is important information that you might want as a backup. Registration is required and limited for this in person program. Families are welcome.
For information or reservations call 860-355-5930 or email info@SCEmusic.org.
Sherman Chamber Concert Ensemble, events
The Sherman Chamber summer concert series continues with Women of Genius on Friday, Aug. 12, 7:30 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Church in Kent, and Aug. 13, 7:30 p.m. at The JCC in Sherman, and A Masterpiece and a Premiere, on Thursday, Sept. 1, 7:30 p.m. at the Salem Covenant Church, Washington, Sept. 2, 7:30 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Church, Kent, and Sept. 3, 7:30 p.m. at the Lake Mauweehoo Club, Sherman.
Tickets are $25 and children ages 15 and under are admitted free. To download the complete season schedule and purchase tickets, visit www.SCEmusic.org.
The Sherman Library, Book Discussion through Zoom: July 15, 7:30 p.m. Einstein’s Wife: The Real Story of Mileva Einstein-Maric by Allen Esterson, David C. Cassidy, and Ruth Lewin Sime. Discussion led by Denise Schlesinger. Copies of the book are available at the library.
To participate in the remote book discussion please contact SLprograms@biblio.org.
Great Decisions 2022 through Zoom: July 19, 7 p.m.
Children’s programs and events:
Summer Reading Bingo July 1 - Aug. 12.
Visit shermanlibrary.org for further information.
Food Explorers - Strawberry Shortcake, July 15, 11:30am: Test your taste buds with a morning filled with culinary exploration. Registration required and spots are limited. To register, email slkids@biblio.org or visit our website.
July movie matinees - Gunn Memorial Library in Washington
Registration and more information can be found at gunnlibrary.org/programs.
Monday, July 11 at 1 p.m. - Father Stu
Monday, July 18 at 1 p.m.- Everything, Everywhere All At Once
Monday, July 25 at 1 p.m.- Mothering Sunday
The following programs, events, and happenings are taking place in the greater New Milford area:
Kent Art Association art show, restoration talk
The Best of Show award went to Anna Petranich for herpastel “Lady in Waiting,” Carl Chajet for his oil on wood piece titled "AboutVase 3" and Second Place went to Bill Noonan for his oil painting, “Commercial Street, P-Town” and Honorable Mention went to Diana Voyajolufor oil painting “Blondie.”
On July 9 at 10 a.m. with Paul Gould, learn about art restoration.
Burnham Library in Bridgewater, exhibit by New Milford’s Dennis Stuart
The show’s subject matter is landscapes of the Housatonic Valley and Litchfield Hills. The oil paintings were completed plein air on location as well as in his studio from reference and sketches. The show will run from July 2 through Aug. 27. The Burnham Library is at 62 Main Street South in Bridgewater. For additional information, visit burnhamlibrary.org or call 860-354-6937.
Kent Memorial Library summer reading program
All adults are invited to read and fill out a bingo card(s) for a chance to win. How it works: adults (18 and older) can register at the Kent Memorial Library at the front desk. They will receive a bingo card, copies of which will be in a binder at the front desk, along with their registration form. In each square, there is a simple task to complete, related to reading, for example: read a book with a cover you like.
Each time they complete rows on the card, they can put a raffle ticket in the jar. They can complete as many bingo cards as they like. The raffle ticket jar and gift baskets will be at the front desk and the basket will be on display on the DVD shelf.
The baskets will be filled with local gourmet/cooking produce and gift certificates from local businesses including trail mix, nature books, etc. - all related to Kent and the outdoors. There will be three drawings and winning three baskets: Wednesdays, July 13, Aug. 3, and Aug. 22.
The library is located at 32 North Main Street, Kent, Connecticut. Visit kentmemoriallibrary.org for more information.
Sherman JCC: TJ Thompson Trio Jazz Band
The event will be July 9 at 7 p.m. The T.J. Thompson Trio has been active since 2014 performing in various clubs and pits in musical theaters throughout Connecticut.
Winner of the IMEA Jazz Artist of the Year for their recent album Take Two: The Sound of Playing, this group plays a combination of originals along with the Soul, Blues, and Jazz of New Orleans, Memphis, and beyond.
Gaylordsville Historical Society in New Milford to offer scholarship
The Gaylordsville Historical Society is offering a continuing Educational Scholarship, up to $500, open to Gaylordsville residents with a mailing address of 06755.
This scholarship is open to residents of all ages wishing to further their educational experience. This may include a college course for college sophomores, juniors, seniors or graduate students; an enrichment course for senior citizens such as Road Scholar or perhaps an Audubon Society class; a certification course; or an adult education course.
Applications are due by Aug. 15.
Call 860-354-8239 for an application or pick one up at the Gaylordsville Post Office.