Welcome to this month's edition of Litchfield County Insider -- fun things to do and see in Litchfield County. Please enjoy this calendar of events, one for each day in May. If you have an event(s) you would like to see us share for June, please let me know. Have a wonderful month!
All the best, John Harney
May 4th | Kentucky Derby
May 5th | Cinco de Mayo
May 12th | Mother's Day
May 27th | Memorial Day
1st
Danbury
8th Annual Conversations with Extraordinary Women
Join the Women's Business Council for Conversations with Extraordinary Women featuring nationally recognized psychotherapist/TODAY Show regular Dr. Robi Ludwig, pro athlete/mental fitness coach Ava Diamond and comic turned Storyteller/Life Coach Lisa Lampanelli.
2nd
New Milford
Open Mic Night at Hunt Hill Farm
Open Mic night every Thursday night. Please stop by to see local performing artists hosted by renowned Don Lowe.
3rd
Washington Depot
Valley Spirit Cooperative | First Friday in the Depot
Cinco de Mayo & Hockey Movie! Remembering John Payne Benefits Washington Gunnery Hockey & Skating Assoc’s Bunker Burr Fund
4th
Canaan
Twelve Moons Coffee House
For musicians, it is a joy to play in a venue without competing background noise. Open Mic is from 7 - 8 pm, Featured Act from 8 - 9:15 pm, and more Open Mic or Song Swap until closing.
5th
Kent
60th Annual Founder's Day Regatta
Hosted by The Gunnery on its home course. 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Lake Waramaug State Park in Kent. Rowing teams from about 20 independent and public high schools will compete.
6th
Poughkeepsie
Dutchess Handmande Pop-Up Shop
Locally made glass, jewelry, greeting cards, textiles, ceramics, decorating items and more! Find the perfect item for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, graduation & wedding shopping from local artists and artisans.
7th
New Milford
Paradice Classic Cruisers
As local classic car owners, they gather to share their interest and have some fun as a group with their cars.
As members they welcome present, past or future classic car owners and those who just have an interest in customs, antiques, street rods and special interest cars
8th
Ridgefield
Ridgefield Play House
The Godfather of the New Jersey sound, Southside Johnny has been a staple in the Garden State music scene since 1976 when he first brought the Asbury Jukes together. The Doug Wahlberg Band brings a modern approach to a retro sound.
9th
Torrington
The Warner Theatre
ABBA's hits tell the hilarious story of a teen's search for her birth father on a Greek island paradise. A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you'll never forget!
10th
Thomaston
Landmark Community Theatre
This classic play tells the story of Anne Sullivan and her student, blind and mute Helen Keller. The Miracle Worker dramatizes the volatile relationship between the lonely teacher in her charge.
11th
Morris
White Flower Farm
Celebrating the 5th anniversary of our most popular event, we invite you to bring your mom or a favorite relative or friend to the farm to have fun creating your own patio pot full of colorful annuals.
12th
Norfolk
Infinity Bistro
Infinity Music Hall is an intimate music, dining and entertainment destination beyond compare. Newly renovated, the historic building features its original proscenium stage and wood, as well as many other notable details.
13th
Litchfield
White Memorial Conservation Center Nature Center | Children's Week
Courtesy of Arthur and Tara Diedrick. Free admission to children ages twelve and under when accompanied by an adult.
14th
Norfolk
Infinity Hall
MIDNIGHT NORTH, a California grown band with a rootsy Americana rock sound blended with the musical soul and infectious harmonies, takes the Norfolk stage.
15th
New Milford
Hunt Hill Farm
Meet and connect with businesses while enjoying drinks, culinary creations and music! Tour historic Hunt Hill Farm. Get to know new people and catch up with others at this exciting event!
16th
Lakeville
The Hotchkiss School
Tremaine Gallery
Lindsay McCrum ’75:
Girls With Guns.
17th
Washington
The Gunnery
Featuring performances by The Gunnery Troubadours, Chamber Ensemble, Jazz Band and Rock Band. 8 p.m. in the Meeting House on the Green.
18th
Litchfield
Litchfield Historical Society
Celebrating 300 years of Litchfield’s history.
Art Show Fundraiser to benefit the education mission. Silent Auction features miniature artwork from area artists.
18/19th
Sharon
Trade Secrets
A Rare Plant and Garden Antiques Sale, held at Lion Rock Farm in Sharon, CT. Up to 60 vendors will bring their rare and unusual plants and garden antiques for you to take home with you. The sale starts at 8am and ends at 3pm.
20th
Cornwall
Works by Joan Kelley Edler
Still lifes of flowers and gardens embody Joan’s passion for plants and her inventive style of arranging them in her own garden. The planted landscape she created was both beautiful and bountiful all year.
21st
Washington
Gunn Memorial Library & Museum
Friends of Shakespeare in the Litchfield Hills together with Shakesperience Productions, will hold a talk and visual presentation entitled Optical Delusions, led by Emily Director of Shakesperience Productions.
22nd
New Milford
Hunt Hill Farm
JB3 featuring Chris Vitarello a gifted guitarist and a blues hall of famer. Inducted on November 14th 2013. Nominee and performer at the 32nd Blues Music Awards.
23rd
Litchfield
Litchfield Community Center
A hands-on cooking class with Celebrity Chef, John Ferrucci.
24th
Litchfield
The Livingston Ripley Waterfowl Conservancy
LRWC is open by appointment for guided tours year round. Guests are invited to walk the grounds at their leisure and enjoy the diversity of waterfowl on display.
25th
Gaylordsville
The Village Farm
Yoga at The Village Farm taught by Sandy Trimarchi. Students should bring a mat and props if they have them. Class starts at 9 a.m., the cost is $10.00.
The rain date is May 26th.
26th
Lakeville
Lime Rock Park
In 2019, the Sunday Royals Cars Show presented by Hagerty will be bigger than ever with a special showing of Mustangs, celebrating the 55th anniversary of the marque, that will include a special gathering of the Shelby American Automobile Club.
27th
Litchfield
Memorial Day Parade
Enjoy this years Memorial Day Parade in the heart of Litchfield. Stop by a few neighboring businesses for an early lunch or a little shopping.
28th
Woodbury
Flanders Nature Preserve
Combining art and nature in a fun interactive way, letterboxing is a popular treasure hunting activity done world-wide.
29th
Stockbridge, MA
Nature Playgroup at Naumkeag
An opportunity to get outside and explore the wonders of nature at this amazing property.
30th
Litchfield
Litchfield Historical Society
The Warren McArthur factory in the Bantam section of Litchfield produced everything from stylish aluminum furniture to lightweight bomber seats. Join us for an in-depth look at the company’s history and lasting legacy.
31st
Kent
Kent Brewery
Curated by Hugh O'Donnell and Chris Zaima, this exhibition will feature digital prints of local artists.
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