Community Calendar

The Members Art Show will be held From March 1st to March 28th 2025. This year's show will be very exciting because it is being held on the main floor of the Booth & Dimock Memorial Library where the work will greet visitors as they enter the building. Local Artist's paintings, photographs, pottery, fabric art and sculptures will be on display .

​Our reception will be on Saturday, March 1st at 1 pm in the community room.

The Booth and Dimock Memorial Library is at 1134 Main Street, Coventry CT 06238

Visit our Website at coventryartsguild.org

Chocolat is an intriguing tale of a French village, tradition bound people and charming rebels. The deliciousness of chocolate represents both the path of sin and the beauty of life. Read the book and join us for an eye opening exploration of life in the small French town of Lansquenet.

Preregister here

For the month of March...Book any room for 2 nights and get 50% off your second night. Book 4 nights and get 2 nights at 50% savings plus a complimentary bottle of wine. (Your choice of red or white). When booking, you must mention this CTcountryside special. Call 860-742-0032 or email drhbnb@charter.net to reserve your room now. You can view our rooms at www.thedanielrusthouse.com.

PLEASE NOTE: Hours listed for this event are solely our check in hours per each day.

The Members Art Show will be held From March 1st to March 28th 2025. This year's show will be very exciting because it is being held on the main floor of the Booth & Dimock Memorial Library where the work will greet visitors as they enter the building. Local Artist's paintings, photographs, pottery, fabric art and sculptures will be on display .

​Our reception will be on Saturday, March 1st at 1 pm in the community room.

The Booth and Dimock Memorial Library is at 1134 Main Street, Coventry CT 06238

Visit our Website at coventryartsguild.org

For the month of March...Book any room for 2 nights and get 50% off your second night. Book 4 nights and get 2 nights at 50% savings plus a complimentary bottle of wine. (Your choice of red or white). When booking, you must mention this CTcountryside special. Call 860-742-0032 or email drhbnb@charter.net to reserve your room now. You can view our rooms at www.thedanielrusthouse.com.

PLEASE NOTE: Hours listed for this event are solely our check in hours per each day.

10 games of Bingo starting at $2.00 per card with a Max of $20.00 for the night. Cash prizes, small bites and more. Taking place the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month.

For more information please visit https://www.boltonucc.org/news-and-information/

Cash only event!

Jeff Chen (Cello) and Tim Maynard (Guitar) play music through the ages. From Classical to Jazz to Classic Rock. You can’t miss this opportunity to see these two exquisite musicians take you on this musical adventure. A true Classical History Tour of music for all ages. This free concert is brought to you by the Booth and Dimock Memorial Library and the Coventry Arts Guild. We hope you can come to enjoy this amazing event.

The Booth and Dimock Memorial Library is at 1134 Main Street, Coventry CT 06238

Fast fingers trivia night by Barrated Trivia every Thursday 6:30-8:30

Bluegrass banjo standout Noam Pikelny brings together accomplished friends for this concert that promises virtuosity, playful and unbounded musicianship, and, if Pikelny’s self-deprecatingly hilarious YouTube outings are any indication, plenty of smiles and humor. Pikelny is a dynamic bandleader who’s also an inventive and collaborative musician. Part of traditional bluegrass supergroup Mighty Poplar, and a founding member of Punch Brothers, Pikelny has some talented friends to call on, and it will be a treat to hear them perform together!

The Members Art Show will be held From March 1st to March 28th 2025. This year's show will be very exciting because it is being held on the main floor of the Booth & Dimock Memorial Library where the work will greet visitors as they enter the building. Local Artist's paintings, photographs, pottery, fabric art and sculptures will be on display .

​Our reception will be on Saturday, March 1st at 1 pm in the community room.

The Booth and Dimock Memorial Library is at 1134 Main Street, Coventry CT 06238

Visit our Website at coventryartsguild.org

For the month of March...Book any room for 2 nights and get 50% off your second night. Book 4 nights and get 2 nights at 50% savings plus a complimentary bottle of wine. (Your choice of red or white). When booking, you must mention this CTcountryside special. Call 860-742-0032 or email drhbnb@charter.net to reserve your room now. You can view our rooms at www.thedanielrusthouse.com.

PLEASE NOTE: Hours listed for this event are solely our check in hours per each day.

Poetry Open Mic

Ekphrastic Poetry Challenge

The Coventry Arts Guild is having their Member’s Art Show Exhibition on the Main Floor of the Booth and Dimock Library during the month of March. There are over 50 pieces of art on display by 20 different artists. The poet may select any piece of art being shown and write an ekphrastic poem about that piece. These poems will be read at our Poetry Open Mic Event on March 28th. Once the poem is completed, send the name of the piece of art and artist to Tim Timberman at timbermant@sbcglobal.net . Tim will bring that art piece to the Poetry Open Mic event and invite the artist to attend.

Poetry Open Mic

Ekphrastic Poetry Challenge

The Coventry Arts Guild is having their Membership Art Show Exhibition on the Main Floor of the Booth and Dimock Library during the month of March. There are over 50 pieces of art on display by 20 different artists. The poet may select any piece of art being shown and write an ekphrastic poem about that piece. These poems will be read at our Poetry Open Mic Event on March 28th. Once the poem is completed, send the name of the piece of art and artist to Tim Timberman at timbermant@sbcglobal.net . Tim will bring that art piece to the Poetry Open Mic event invite the artist to also attend.

Coventry Arts Guild

Celebrating Ten Years

Bentley Memorial Library will have staff ready to assist BCS students as they select titles for the grade-level genre Reading Hall of Fame project. Bentley will also host a Cereal Box decorating session/pizza lunch on Saturday March 29th. Bring your cereal box and we'll supply the arts and crafts supplies you'll need. We will also have a limited number of empty cereal boxes if you forget yours at home. This event is sponsored by the Friends of Bentley Memorial Library.

Preregister here

For the month of March...Book any room for 2 nights and get 50% off your second night. Book 4 nights and get 2 nights at 50% savings plus a complimentary bottle of wine. (Your choice of red or white). When booking, you must mention this CTcountryside special. Call 860-742-0032 or email drhbnb@charter.net to reserve your room now. You can view our rooms at www.thedanielrusthouse.com.

PLEASE NOTE: Hours listed for this event are solely our check in hours per each day.

Preacher Lawson, comedian and TikTok sensation, made his mark as a fan favorite on a variety of television shows including a finalist on America’s Got Talent.

Asif Ali started his career as a club grown comic and improviser into becoming a heavily credited TV and film actor. He can be seen on the Emmy Nominated series Disney+ Marvel WandaVision, The Mandalorian, and more.

Get ready to double-over with this double bill of standup comedy! Preacher Lawson, comedian and TikTok sensation, first made his mark as a fan favorite with outstanding performances on a variety of television shows including a finalist on America’s Got Talent, AGT: The Champions, Britain’s Got Talent: The Champions and AGT: Fantasy League. Lawson’s hilarious debut stand-up special, Get to Know Me, is available on Amazon Prime, and his new special, My Name Is Preacher, was released in March 2024. Asif Ali started his career as a club grown comic and improviser into becoming a heavily credited TV and film actor. He can be seen on the Emmy Nominated series Disney+ Marvel WandaVision, The Mandalorian, and more. He recently toured with Jo Koy. Standup is his first love, and his bits have been featured on Comedy Central, Netflix, and FOX.

Cropley's Garden Center is hosting a Spring Houseplant Swap! This event is open to any and all plant lovers or collectors. Before we fill the tropical house with plants for the season, we wanted to open up the space and give our houseplant faithful friends a space to meet and trade amongst yourselves.

What's a houseplant swap? Well, it's an opportunity for plant collectors to bring any cuttings or plants they want to share with others and trade for new or different plants between each other.

We do have a few guidelines to be sure to follow to attend our swap:

-Houseplants only, no hardy varieties.

-Plants must be pest and disease free, if any plants are found with pest or diseases they will be removed from the greenhouse. This helps ensure the health of not only our plants, but the other swappers plants too.

-Trading is done between parties, Cropley's staff will not intervene.

-Plants can be bare root or potted.

Any questions please e-mail Lauren at Cropleys1984@gmail.com

Arts of Tolland presents the 20th Annual Juried Art Show

The AOT Juried Art Show is one of the top shows in northeastern Connecticut, with nearly $1500 in prizes awarded.

For the month of March...Book any room for 2 nights and get 50% off your second night. Book 4 nights and get 2 nights at 50% savings plus a complimentary bottle of wine. (Your choice of red or white). When booking, you must mention this CTcountryside special. Call 860-742-0032 or email drhbnb@charter.net to reserve your room now. You can view our rooms at www.thedanielrusthouse.com.

PLEASE NOTE: Hours listed for this event are solely our check in hours per each day.

Sing with us this spring---all voices are welcome!

Rehearsals for our Consonare Community Choir and Youth Choirs begins on March 30, 2025 at 3pm for our spring session where we will be exploring Celtic repertoire. We will be working toward a concert in June with our professional choir, Voices of Concinnity, and Celtic band, The Jolly Beggars.

Rehearsals are held on Sundays from 3:00-4:30pm in Storrs.

Register to sing with us today!

https://www.consonare-sing.org/join-a-choir

(Last day to join our adult community choir or youth choirs is April 13.)

For the month of March...Book any room for 2 nights and get 50% off your second night. Book 4 nights and get 2 nights at 50% savings plus a complimentary bottle of wine. (Your choice of red or white). When booking, you must mention this CTcountryside special. Call 860-742-0032 or email drhbnb@charter.net to reserve your room now. You can view our rooms at www.thedanielrusthouse.com.

PLEASE NOTE: Hours listed for this event are solely our check in hours per each day.

Join the Bolton Conservation Commission and Bentley Memorial Library for an enchanting evening at the Vernal Pool Sunset Serenade. Discover the wonders of Connecticut's small yet productive vernal pools, as wetlands professional Ed Pawlak shares his expertise. 

Stop by Bentley Memorial Library during the first two weeks of April to explore the library and hunt for our hidden clues!

Stop by Bentley Memorial Library during the first two weeks of April to explore the library and hunt for our hidden clues!

Stop by Bentley Memorial Library during the first two weeks of April to explore the library and hunt for our hidden clues!

Welcome to the Charhause Slightly Silent Book Club!

Come join us at 299 Boston Turnpike for a cozy evening of reading and discussions. Our book club is all about enjoying literature in a relaxed setting. Whether you're a bookworm or just looking to try something new, this event is perfect for all levels of readers.

Grab your favorite book, settle in with a warm drink, and get ready to dive into the world of words. We'll have quiet reading time followed by lively conversations about our chosen books. It's a great way to meet fellow book lovers and discover new stories.

So mark your calendar and make some time for yourself at the Charhause Slightly Silent Book Club. We can't wait to see you there!

Fast fingers trivia night by Barrated Trivia every Thursday 6:30-8:30

Arts of Tolland presents the 20th Annual Juried Art Show

The AOT Juried Art Show is one of the top shows in northeastern Connecticut, with nearly $1500 in prizes awarded.

Stop by Bentley Memorial Library during the first two weeks of April to explore the library and hunt for our hidden clues!

Arts of Tolland presents the 20th Annual Juried Art Show

The AOT Juried Art Show is one of the top shows in northeastern Connecticut, with nearly $1500 in prizes awarded.

Step into a world of color, creativity, and inspiration! Join us for a relaxing and immersive watercolor workshop at the beautifully restored Mill Brook Place, nestled in the heart of Historic Coventry Village.

This beginner-friendly workshop is designed for anyone ages 11+ looking to explore the gentle, flowing beauty of watercolor in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re a total beginner or looking to refresh your skills, this is the perfect opportunity to unwind, create, and connect.

 What to Expect:

- Hands-on guidance in watercolor techniques

- A peaceful, inspiring setting in a historic mill building

- Baked goods & refreshments to enjoy

- All materials provided—just bring your creativity!

Take a break from the everyday and let watercolor bring a little magic into your life. We can’t wait to paint with you!

Arts of Tolland presents the 20th Annual Juried Art Show

The AOT Juried Art Show is one of the top shows in northeastern Connecticut, with nearly $1500 in prizes awarded.

Rediscover the joy of following the yellow brick road with Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion as they travel through a reimagined world of Oz. The production features a cast of six actors, the Munchkins as puppets, one flying monkey and a funny witch. Perfect for audiences 2-7 years old.

Vital Children’s Theatre returns to Jorgensen with a one-hour stage adaptation of the classic 1939 movie, The Wizard of Oz. Rediscover the joy of following the yellow brick road with Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion as they travel through a reimagined world of Oz. The production features a cast of six actors, the Munchkins as puppets, one flying monkey and a funny witch. Perfect for audiences 2-7 years old.

Mental Health and social media have been in the news a lot lately, but what exactly does it mean to have “mental health” and what role can social media play, both positively and negatively? Join Thomas Burr from NAMI as he shares what he has learned about mental health through his son’s struggles with bipolar disorder, psychosis, and multiple suicide attempts; followed by a long, slow but ultimately amazingly successful recovery. He will then shift gears into the present day and share what he has learned about the internet, social media, online gaming, & what Tweens, Teens, (and their Parents!) should know.

• What is mental health vs mental illness?

• The role of trauma in mental health

• How to maintain good mental health

• The good, the bad, & the ugly truth about the internet, social media, & gaming apps

• What parents can do, and healthy tips for Tweens & Teens

• How to identify someone who may be struggling

 • What to say, and what to do, and available resources

• Brief overview of the latest research and treatment options

For more information call Joan Lewis at 860-742-3231.

Sing with us this spring---all voices are welcome!

Rehearsals for our Consonare Community Choir and Youth Choirs begins on March 30, 2025 at 3pm for our spring session where we will be exploring Celtic repertoire. We will be working toward a concert in June with our professional choir, Voices of Concinnity, and Celtic band, The Jolly Beggars.

Rehearsals are held on Sundays from 3:00-4:30pm in Storrs.

Register to sing with us today!

https://www.consonare-sing.org/join-a-choir

(Last day to join our adult community choir or youth choirs is April 13.)

Stop by Bentley Memorial Library during the first two weeks of April to explore the library and hunt for our hidden clues!

Stop by Bentley Memorial Library during the first two weeks of April to explore the library and hunt for our hidden clues!

Stop by Bentley Memorial Library during the first two weeks of April to explore the library and hunt for our hidden clues!

The GRAMMY® Award-winning vocal ensemble Chanticleer has been hailed as “the world’s reigning male chorus” by The New Yorker and is known around the world as “an orchestra of voices” for its wide-ranging repertoire and dazzling virtuosity. Founded in San Francisco in 1978 by singer and musicologist Louis Botto, Chanticleer quickly took its place as one of the most prolific recording and touring ensembles in the world, selling over one million recordings and performing thousands of live concerts to audiences around the world.

The ensemble now features recent UConn School of Fine Arts alumnus and bass-baritone, Jared Gravely. Chanticleer’s repertoire is rooted in the Renaissance and has continued to expand to include a wide range of classical, gospel, jazz, popular music, and a deep commitment to the commissioning of new compositions and arrangements.

Thursday, April 10th at 6:30

Please join Ray Hardy, artist/naturalist and CTDEEP Master Wildlife Conservationist on April 10, 2025 at 6:30PM for a presentation on Connecticut’s fascinating and elusive Bobcat. Ray will discuss the natural history and behavior as well as some of the results of recent research concerning Connecticut’s widespread but elusive resident wild feline. 

Stop by Bentley Memorial Library during the first two weeks of April to explore the library and hunt for our hidden clues!

10 games of Bingo starting at $2.00 per card with a Max of $20.00 for the night. Cash prizes, small bites and more. Taking place the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month. Cash Only event.

For more information please visit https://www.boltonucc.org/news-and-information/

Fast fingers trivia night by Barrated Trivia every Thursday 6:30-8:30

Arts of Tolland presents the 20th Annual Juried Art Show

The AOT Juried Art Show is one of the top shows in northeastern Connecticut, with nearly $1500 in prizes awarded.

Watchhouse: Two singers and musicians with profound chemistry, performing earnest yet masterfully crafted songs that encompass the unknowable mysteries, existential heartbreak, and communal joys of modern life. A grassroots success story, they’ve sold out iconic venues (Red Rocks, Ryman Auditorium) that “redefines roots music for a younger generation” (Washington Post).

Over a year after Andrew Marlin and Emily Frantz of Watchhouse (formerly known as Mandolin Orange) reintroduced themselves on their 2021 self-titled LP, the pair shared a special surprise release: Watchhouse (Duo), a self-produced recording of Marlin and Frantz performing the most elemental possible arrangements of all nine songs from Watchhouse. It’s a project that captures the fundamental power of Watchhouse: Two singers and musicians with profound chemistry, performing earnest yet masterfully crafted songs that encompass the unknowable mysteries, existential heartbreak, and communal joys of modern life. A grassroots success story that’s been driven by Marlin’s poignant songwriting, they’ve sold out iconic venues (Red Rocks, Ryman Auditorium) and attract hundreds of millions of streams while producing exploratory music that “redefines roots music for a younger generation” (Washington Post).

Stop by Bentley Memorial Library during the first two weeks of April to explore the library and hunt for our hidden clues!

Arts of Tolland presents the 20th Annual Juried Art Show

The AOT Juried Art Show is one of the top shows in northeastern Connecticut, with nearly $1500 in prizes awarded.

What a Wildlife Rehabilitator does and how you can help!

Learn what you can do to help, if you find orphaned or injured wildlife. An opportunity to get some basic knowledge of our local woodland friends!

Brenda Cataldo, owns and operates Woodland Friends Rescue & Rehabilitation, (a non profit 501c3 organization), located in Bolton. 

Brenda is a CT State Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator since 2004. 

The animals she cares for are squirrels, rabbits, turtles and opossum. 

Photos of wildlife will be displayed as well as handout information!

Arts of Tolland presents the 20th Annual Juried Art Show

The AOT Juried Art Show is one of the top shows in northeastern Connecticut, with nearly $1500 in prizes awarded.

Sing with us this spring---all voices are welcome!

Rehearsals for our Consonare Community Choir and Youth Choirs begins on March 30, 2025 at 3pm for our spring session where we will be exploring Celtic repertoire. We will be working toward a concert in June with our professional choir, Voices of Concinnity, and Celtic band, The Jolly Beggars.

Rehearsals are held on Sundays from 3:00-4:30pm in Storrs.

Register to sing with us today!

https://www.consonare-sing.org/join-a-choir

(Last day to join our adult community choir or youth choirs is April 13.)