Revolutionary War Encampment at Webb-Deane-Stevens Museum
May 25, 2013; 10:00am-4:00pm
Admission: Admission to the encampment is free; museum admission rates will be charged for the optional 60-minute tour of the museum. House tour is $10 for adults; $9 for seniors and students; and $5 for students and children ages 5 to 18.
Webb-Deane-Stevens Museum
211 Main Street Old Wethersfield, CT 06109
www.webb-deane-stevens.org
Thundering across a field, an 18th-century horseman raises his sword and slashes through…a melon. Bolton resident David Loda will reenact mock battle scenes during the annual Revolutionary War Encampment at the Webb-Deane-Stevens Museum. As the newest feature at the encampment, Loda will demonstrate horsemanship with arms skills, using both sword and pistol. Also new at the encampment is the 54th Regiment of Foot, a band of British redcoats. A new bake sale will feature the popular fare created by Liberty Tea, which creates homemade treats from historic recipes.
St. George’s Orthodox Dionysus Greek Festival
May 26, 2013; 12:00pm-10:00pm
Admission: Free
St. George’s Greek Orthodox Church
301 East Main Street New Britain, CT 06050
http://nbstgeorge.com/FESTIVAL.dsp
Homemade pastitsio, moussaka, spanakopita, tiropita, gyros, souvlaki, loukoumades, baklava, and much more! Live Greek music & dance performances. Greek coffee shop, bazaar, cultural room & church tours.
Short Beach Summer Concert Series
May 25 and May 26, 2013; 12:00pm-5:00pm
Admission: Free
Short Beach Park
1 Dorne Drive Stratford, CT 06615
http://stratford.patch.com/listings/short-beach-2
Various artists come together throughout the summer for this concert series. Music on the beach is the ultimate summer event!
Ramp It Up: Skateboard Culture in Native America
May 25, 2013; 9:00am-5:00pm
Admission: Free with museum admission
Mashantucket Gallery at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
110 Pequot Trail Mashantucket, CT 06338
www.pequotmuseum.org
The Mashantucket Pequot Museum and Research Center has launched Ramp It Up: Skateboard Culture in Native America, an exhibit celebrating the vibrancy, creativity, and history of American Indian skateboarding culture. Ramp It Up reveals the underground world of skateboarding in Indian country and highlights the Native American skateboarding culture of the West Coast. Originally on view at the Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian, guests have the opportunity to witness Ramp It Up, showcasing a film, 45 images including rare archival photos, and several Native-designed decks and graffiti-backdrop panels by Native American artist Jak Fragua. One of the most popular sports on Indian reservations, skateboarding is a true phenomenon, integrating physical exertion with design, graphic art, videography, and music.
Baby Boomer Comedy
May 26, 2013; 7:30pm
Admission: $25-$35
Infinity Music Hall & Bistro
20 Greenwoods Rd. Norfolk, CT 06058
http://www.infinityhall.com
Were you born before seat belts, safety helmets and Facebook? Then this hilarious show is for you. Featuring comedians Kent Radar and Jan Mcinnis, this show will present good, clean humor for all to enjoy!
Danbury City Fair
May 26, 2013; 1:00pm-10:00pm
Admission: Tickets for rides vary
Danbury Fair Mall
7 Backus Ave Danbury, CT 06811
http://www.danburyfairmall.com/
Come and join the festivities at the annual hosting of Danbury City Fair!
Dance in Rhythm Super Sunday Class
May 26, 2013; 4:00pm-6:30pm
Admission: $10
Dance in Rhythm
19 South Main Street Branford, CT 06405
www.danceinrhythm.com
Come join us every Sunday at the Dance in Rhythm studio for a group class for every skill level. Beginners to Gold level are welcome. We will work on routines for Smooth and Rhythm. Everything from Samba to Foxtrot to Swing will be covered. Intermediates and advanced will be in one room and beginners will be in another. Learn at your own pace. Just $10 for the 2 ½ hour session!
Choral Club of Clinton Spring Concert Rehearsals
May 26, 2013-June 4, 2013; Tuesdays at 7:15pm
Chorus members are responsible for $40 dues
Andrews Memorial Town Hall Auditorium
54 East Main Street Clinton, CT 06413
www.choralclubclinton.com
The Choral Club of Clinton begins rehearsals for its spring concert on Tuesday, March 5 at 6:45pm at The United Methodist Church of Clinton, located at 12 Commerce Street. Founded in 1926, the chorus welcomes all members of the community (high school age or older) who enjoy singing. Ability to read music is helpful, but not required.
Lucy and Desi: A Home Movie
May 26, 2013; 6:30pm
Admission: $10, seniors- $7.50, students- $5.00
The Ridgefield Playhouse
80 East Ridge Ridgefield, CT 06877
http://www.ridgefieldplayhouse.org/event/lucy-and-desi-home-movie
Lucy and Desi: A Home Movie is hosted by The Ridgefield Playhouse Film Society: Lost and Found Series. Q&A following the film with director/actor Lucie Arnaz and producer/actor Laurence Luckinhill along with Sandra Consentino, the film’s EMMY and Ace Award-winning editor.
Good News!
May 18-June22, 2013
Admission: $26-$75
Goodspeed Opera House
6 Main Street, East Haddam, CT 06423
http://www.goodspeed.org/productions/2013/good-news
Roaring 20s nostalgia! Laughter! Rousing dance numbers! A musical comedy that has everything in the Goodspeed musical Good News! As the day of the big game comes closer the excitement gets bigger on Tait College’s campus. Before he can play though the star football player needs to pass a huge exam in order to play. Before he knows it though the star football player is falling for his tutor and hijinks ensue!
Potted Potter
May 17-26, 2013: 7:00pm
Tickets: $49.75-$75.00
The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts
166 Capitol Ave Hartford, CT 06106
http://bushnell.org/index.cgi/56543
Playing sold out houses all over the world, the Olivier Award nominated Potted Potter – The Unauthorized Harry Experience – A Parody by Dan and Jeff takes on the ultimate challenge of condensing all seven Harry Potter books (and a real life game of Quidditch) into seventy hilarious minutes. Even if you don’t know the difference between a horcrux and a Hufflepuff, Potted Potterwill make you roar with laughter.
Choral Club of Clinton Spring Concert Rehearsals
March 26, 2013-June 4, 2013; Tuesdays at 7:15pm
Chorus members are responsible for $40 dues
Andrews Memorial Town Hall Auditorium
54 East Main Street Clinton, CT 06413
www.choralclubclinton.com
The Choral Club of Clinton begins rehearsals for its spring concert on Tuesday, March 5 at 6:45pm at The United Methodist Church of Clinton, located at 12 Commerce Street. Founded in 1926, the chorus welcomes all members of the community (high school age or older) who enjoy singing. Ability to read music is helpful, but not required.
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