![]() Thursday, September 29th at 6:00pm Registration begins September 1st After working, starving, and gambling to raise money that would see her through her dream, she embarked on her adventure to Paris, which changed her outlook and the very future of the House of Dior. The tale begins with a fateful encounter between a starry-eyed young woman and a mysterious stranger. This man is the key to her obsession and her whole life. The couple is in the cafe situated opposite the Parisian Dior showroom. The man, who has been watching Elle for some time, finally approaches her for help with his project. 115 Min / PG We will have tables and chairs set-up just like an old fashioned dinner theater! You can bring anything from a sandwich, to sushi, to a take-out meal from your favorite restaurant. Thursday, September 15th at 6:30
Registration begins September 1st “A Journey Through the Roots of American Popular Music,” is a program of songs and stories about the origins of the blues, rock and country music presented by singer and songwriter Jon Waterman. The program, which also features an accompanying slideshow, explores some of the fascinating characters and events that are part of that history as well as the role of music in our lives. The performances have received enthusiastic reviews from those in attendance. ![]() Thursday, October 6th at 6:00pm Registration begins September 15th This is your chance to tour the Nutmeg’s 40,000 square foot building complex. The facility consists of 5 dance studios, 7 dressing rooms, a main community/academic study room with several smaller study rooms, fully equipped costume and dance shops, 3 student lounges, a board room, office spaces, a fitness room, a physical therapy room, a library, and a viewing area. Contained in the building are accommodations for up to 12 dorm rooms along with bathrooms, and laundry areas. Don’t miss this behind the scenes tour of this downtown gem! ![]() FAMILY NIGHT! Thursday, August 25th at 6pm Register here! The infamous Mr. Piranha, Mr. Snake, Mr. Shark, Ms. Tarantula, and Mr. Wolf find their lives of crime coming to an end as they face imprisonment. Determined to retain their freedom, the criminals band together to boost their public image and prove their goodness to their community with the help of their esteemed mentor, Professor Marmalade. Rated G We will have tables and chairs set-up just like an old fashioned dinner theater! You can bring anything from a sandwich, to sushi, to a take-out meal from your favorite restaurant. Limited attendance. ![]() Connecticut Wineries with “The Nutmeg Nose” Thursday, September 8th at 6:30pm Registration begins August 15th Take a virtual ride through Connecticut’s wine country and learn about our state’s 40+ wineries. Our wine guide is Michelle Griffis, an enthusiast of Connecticut’s wineries, nicknamed by friends as “The Nutmeg Nose.” Michelle will discuss the array of fantastic, award-winning wineries here in our state. She will also share dining options which include vineyards with on-site cafes, food trucks, and BYO picnic options. Whether you like a dry rose’, a crisp white, or a hearty red, our state offers a wine for your palette. With beautiful scenery, daily tastings, and live music, Connecticut wineries make great destinations. Thursday, September 22nd at 6:30pm
Registration begins September 1st Prepare to explore the unexplained with Jeff Belanger—one of New England’s foremost storytellers and researchers of folklore and legends. Since 1997, the journalist has interviewed thousands of eyewitnesses to paranormal occurrences. He’s the award-winning, Emmy-nominated host, writer, and producer of the New England Legends series on PBS and Amazon Prime, and is the author of over a dozen books on the unexplained (published in six languages). He also hosts the popular New England Legends weekly podcast. ![]() Thursday, August 18th at 6:00pm Registration begins August 1st We've been "on-the-go" to various interesting locations around town, but now it's time to explore the Library! Did you know we have revolutionary war artifacts in our museum room? Or a glass collection donated by the prominent Coe family? Or signed letters by George Washington? The library is full of not just books, but history and excitement. Join Director, Jessica Gueniat, as she takes you behind the scenes of the Torrington Library. ![]() Thursday, August 11th at 6:30 Registration begins July 15th Join Sheryl Faye as she presents Amelia Earhart’s: Pioneer in Aviation Amelia Earhart’s fearless, adventuresome spirit leads to hair-raising rides down her homemade roller coaster, and she is enthralled with the wonders of the new “flying machines” during a family vacation to the Iowa State Fair. As she matures, she is fulfilled by her work as a nurse’s aide and begins to consider a career in medicine. This idea “flies out the window,” however, when she pays a pilot $1.00 to take her up for a short “hop” in his plane. From then on, the science of aviation becomes her passion as flying becomes her career. She follows her dreams with an indomitable spirit, and her story will inspire everyone to pursue their own budding interests, whatever they may be, and will also reinforce the importance of family, respect for others and individuality. ![]() ZOOM PROGRAM! Thursday, August 4th at 6:30 Registration begins July 15th Peter Rabbit and Squirrel Nutkin fans take note: Betsy Bray, an international authority on Beatrix Potter presents a lively look at the remarkable life of this acclaimed children's author/illustrator. Her 45-minute Zoom talk includes the various roles played by Beatrix Potter over 77 years of her life, as author illustrator of 23 children’s books to her later life as sheep farmer, land conservationist, entrepreneur and community activist. Betsy has been a Member of The Beatrix Potter Society for 38 years and served as the first overseas Trustee in the London based Beatrix Potter Society. ![]() BYOD and a Movie: Lost City Thursday, July 28th at 6:00pm Registration begins July 1st Reclusive author Loretta Sage writes about exotic places in her popular adventure novels that feature a handsome cover model named Alan. While on tour promoting her new book with Alan, Loretta gets kidnapped by an eccentric billionaire who hopes she can lead him to an ancient city's lost treasure from her latest story. Determined to prove he can be a hero in real life and not just on the pages of her books, Alan sets off to rescue her. We will have tables and chairs set-up just like an old fashioned dinner theater! You can bring anything from a sandwich, to sushi, to a take-out meal from your favorite restaurant. PG 13 / 1 hr 23 min |
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