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SUMMARY:“The Pizza Party” Documentary Screening
DESCRIPTION:Behind every world record is a little chaos. Attempting to cook and serve 10\,000 pizza slices to 4\,525 hungry pizza fanatics in three hours was nuts\, but it worked. The New Haven Museum (NHM) will welcome pizza guru Colin M. Caplan for the premiere of “The Pizza Party\,” a documentary celebrating the world’s largest pizza party on the New Haven Green. The screening\, on Thursday\, June 4\, 2026\, at 6 p.m.\, is part of NHM’s “Monthly Slice” series in conjunction with the exhibition\, “Pronounced Ah-Beetz.” Free with regular museum admission. Register here. \n“The Pizza Party” serves up the deliciously stressful story of New Haven’s epic September 2025 “world’s biggest pizza bash.” Faced with mountains of rules\, nonstop pressure\, and the challenge of cooking and devouring all that pizza\, the organizers\, including Caplan\, made history\, and earned the city a Guinness World Records title for the “largest pizza party.” \nDirected by Gorman Bechard (“Pizza A Love Story”)\, the film will be followed by a lively talk-back with Caplan featuring behind-the-scenes stories\, pizza-party drama\, and details that didn’t make the final cut. “The film offers a tasty look at the greatest party of all time\,” Berchard says. “And\, if you were there\, you might just be in it!” \nThe “Pronounced Ah-Beetz” exhibition at NHM includes first-hand oral histories and pizza-related artifacts from personal collections\, video footage adapted from the documentary and photographs. The exhibition’s title comes from the way many people mispronounce the word apizza\, which originally grew out of the Italian la pizza. The exhibition will remain on view through October 2027.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/the-pizza-party-documentary-screening/
LOCATION:New Haven Museum\, 114 Whitney Ave\, New Haven\, CT\, 06510\, United States
CATEGORIES:June 2026,Ongoing Exhibits,Special Events,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T193000
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SUMMARY:A Novel Crime: Deborah Levison in conversation with Marilyn Simon Rothstein (in-person)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in-person event to celebrate the release of A NOVEL CRIME\, by Deborah Levison. Deborah will be in conversation with Marilyn Simon Rothstein. \n \n\n\nAbout A NOVEL CRIME: \nShe wanted to write the perfect novel. Instead\, she became the perfect villain. \nStruggling romance writer and recent divorcée Marcy Jo Codburn feels like a failure. She’s green with author envy and longing for a book deal\, a launch party with cupcakes\, and the admiration of her daughter. But her dream of literary success is fading faster than her beige hair dye. \nWhen she witnesses celebrated author Francesca Barber in a compromising position\, Marcy sees her chance. Transforming into her bolder\, blonder alter ego\, she leverages Francesca’s secret to secure the ultimate coauthor. As their collaboration spirals from Marcy’s modest Connecticut home to Francesca’s lavish Hamptons estate\, both women discover that in the cutthroat world of publishing\, every story has its price.   \nWith looming deadlines and more than one fraud to hide\, their twisted partnership careens toward a surprise ending neither could have written. \nMay Cobb calls it “uproariously funny” and “ingeniously plotted\,” Samantha Bailey describes it as a “wickedly hilarious delight” and Gregg Hurwitz says it “packs in the drama and tabloid-worthy conniving.” \nDeborah Levison: Debbie’s life has two parts: first in Canada\, at the Royal Conservatory of Music and the University of Toronto\, and second in Connecticut\, with three children\, two doodles\, and one husband. She is an award-winning writer\, published in national and international media. Her first book\, a true crime about a murder that involved her family\, is THE CRATE. Inspired by real-life abuses at elite New England private schools\, A NEST OF SNAKES followed. Her third book\, A NOVEL CRIME\, is about a romance writer desperate for a bestseller. Debbie’s dream of storytelling began one summer night by a camp bonfire as she listened to a ghost story: The Monkey’s Paw. The memory still makes her shiver. Visit her at www.debbielevison.com. \n\n\n\n\n\nMarilyn Simon Rothstein is the author of four novels\, WHO LOVES YOU BEST\, CRAZY TO LEAVE YOU\, HUSBANDS AND OTHER SHARP OBJETS\,  LIFT AND SEPARATE. She grew up in New York City\, earned a degree in journalism from NYU\, began her writing career at Seventeen magazine\, married a man she met in an elevator and owned an award-winning advertising agency for more than twenty-five years. Marilyn is an engaging speaker who has addressed thousands of avid readers–from Dallas to Atlanta to Miami to Memphis (and of course\, Avon!). \nBooks by both authors will be for sale at this event. \n\n\n\nPlease register\, so we can set the community room up with appropriate seating.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/a-novel-crime-deborah-levison-in-conversation-with-marilyn-simon-rothstein-in-person/
LOCATION:Avon Free Public Library\, 281 Country Club Rd\, Avon\, CT\, 06001\, United States
CATEGORIES:June 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations,Written & Spoken Word
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T150000
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SUMMARY:Mystery Ship: The Long\, Strange Odyssey of Submarine S-49
DESCRIPTION:Author Eric Wilk presents his new book “Mystery Ship: The Long\, Strange Odyssey of Submarine S-49” \nOne of the last submarines built by the Simon Lake company and the first Navy vessel fitted with true piezoelectric SONAR\, submarine S-49 served as a United States Navy ship for five years\, testing innovative devices. Two politicians from Revere\, Massachusetts\, rescued her from the scrapyard\, and she was exhibited at the Chicago World’s Fair and in cities on the Eastern Seaboard until World War II. Navy Research fitted up the sub so that she could dive again and used her for SONAR fuze testing until one day she could no longer rise to the surface. The sub sits at the bottom of the Patuxent River in Maryland to this day. \nSigned copies will be available to purchase after the presentation.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/mystery-ship-the-long-strange-odyssey-of-submarine-s-49/
LOCATION:Bridgeport Public Library\, 925 Broad Street\, Bridgeport\, 06604
CATEGORIES:May 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations,Written & Spoken Word
ORGANIZER;CN="Bridgeport History Center":MAILTO:hclibrarian@bridgeportpubliclibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T210000
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SUMMARY:Film Screening: "Jazz on a Summer's Day" with Q+A
DESCRIPTION:Film Screening of 1959 Jazz on a Summer’s Day \nFollowed by a Q+A with Brian Kane\nThursday May 28 from 6:30–9:00PM \nFilm duration: 1h 25m\nRegistration: $20 general admission\, $10 seniors\, $10 students\, and free for members \nExperience the intersection of jazz history and visual art at MoCACT on Thursday\, May 28\, at 6:30 PM for a screening of the 1959 documentary Jazz on a Summer’s Day directed by photographer Bert Stern. The film captures the 1958 Newport Jazz Festival\, documented in vibrant color and high-fashion style. Rather than a standard concert film\, it unfolds as a visual poem that interweaves legendary musical performances with scenes of the coastal crowds and the America’s Cup yacht races. This landmark documentary serves as a cinematic extension of our current exhibition\, Art\, Jazz + the Blues\, bringing the same energy and rhythm found in our galleries to the screen. \nThe screening will be followed by a Q&A with Brian Kane\, a scholar of music theory and philosophy who specializes in the intersection of sound\, improvisation\, and 20th-century jazz. Kane brings a unique perspective to the film’s legacy\, exploring how these legendary performances continue to resonate within the history of American art. Brian Kane is Professor of Music and Film and Media Studies at Yale University. He earned his PhD from UC Berkeley and was a Mellon Postdoctoral Fellow at Columbia University before joining Yale University. He teaches and writes about jazz\, sound\, media\, and technology—and how the ways we listen influence how we understand the world. He is the author of two books published by Oxford University Press: Sound Unseen: Acousmatic Sound in Theory and Practice (2014) and Hearing Double: Jazz\, Ontology\, Auditory Culture (2024). Kane leads Yale’s Sound Studies Working Group and is a founding editor of nonsite.org\, an online journal of arts and ideas. \nAs you watch the film\, you will recognize the very figures who served as direct muses for several artists in our exhibition. The film features Louis Armstrong\, a vital inspiration for Richard Hunt\, Faith Ringgold\, and Tracy Sugarman\, alongside Thelonious Monk\, whose improvisational genius influenced Sam Gilliam and is captured in John H. Nichols’ Pianorama in our larger gallery space. Additionally\, the appearance of Mahalia Jackson highlights her profound impact on the work of Romare Bearden. Join us for an evening of legendary film and insightful conversation.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/film-screening-jazz-on-a-summers-day-with-qa/
LOCATION:MoCA CT\, 19 newtopwn turnpike\, Westport\, 06880
CATEGORIES:May 2026,Special Events,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
ORGANIZER;CN="MoCA CT":MAILTO:frontdesk@mocact.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T193000
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SUMMARY:Trudeau and Doonesbury: The Cartoonist Who Turned the News into Art
DESCRIPTION:Writer Joshua Kendall will provide an entertaining romp through the remarkable life of cartoonist Garry Trudeau and the past half century of American history during “Trudeau and Doonesbury: The Cartoonist Who Turned the News into Art\,” at the New Haven Museum on Thursday\, May 28\, 2026\, at 6 p.m. Reception at 5:30 p.m. Free with regular museum admission\, register here. \nKendall’s presentation will be based on his latest book of the same title\, which will be published on May 26\, 2026. Henry Louis Gates\, Jr. has called this definitive biography of Trudeau\, which relies on nearly 100 interviews of prominent baby boomers\, including the cartoonist himself\, “outstanding\,” adding that it “helps us understand how Trudeau became a spokesman for our generation\, someone who spoke truth to power while compelling us to laugh along at life’s many absurdities.” \nKendall will talk about the legendary career of Trudeau\, who began drawing his iconic strip “Doonesbury” while attending Yale University. At a time when college campus unrest reached a fever pitch across the nation\, “Doonesbury”began appearing in papers nationwide in 1970. Events from Watergate to the war in Vietnam fueled the comic’s popularity—and its significance. As former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger once put it\, “The only thing worse than being in it would be not to be in it.” \nKendall will discuss Trudeau’s early life and what makes him tick and show how “Doonesbury” reflected America back to itself. Kendall will argue that just as Charles Dickens in his novels presented an indelible picture of Victorian England\, Trudeau in his comic strips chronicled life in late 20th and early 21st-century America. \nKendall notes that he hopes attendees will gain both a deeper understanding of Trudeau as a person and an appreciation for the influence of his famous comic strip. “We live in an age where political satire itself is under attack\, and Garry’s work highlights the value of humor in understanding the world around us\,” Kendall says. “As a Yale grad—class of 1981—and like many Yalies of my generation\, Garry helped me navigate through the ups and downs of adulthood.”
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/trudeau-and-doonesbury-the-cartoonist-who-turned-the-news-into-art/
LOCATION:New Haven Museum\, 114 Whitney Ave\, New Haven\, CT\, 06510\, United States
CATEGORIES:May 2026,Special Events,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260526T140000
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SUMMARY:The Foursome: Christina Baker Kline (Ticketed Event/Friends Fundraiser)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in-person\, ticketed event with Christina Baker Kline\, sponsored by the Friends of the Avon Library. \nInspired by the true lives of Chang and Eng Bunker\, the world-renowned conjoined twins from Siam\, and their marriages to sisters Sarah and Adelaide Yates (Kline’s own distant relatives)\, this novel reimagines one of the strangest and most revealing family stories in American history — and offers a piercingly intimate perspective on an extraordinary chapter of the past. \nSet in the Blue Ridge foothills of northwestern North Carolina in the 19th-century\, The Foursome begins with Eng and Chang’s arrival\, their presence stirring fascination and unease. As the twins build a plantation worked by enslaved labor and begin to introduce themselves to the community\, Sarah and her sister Adelaide find themselves drawn into the orbit of these enigmatic men. What follows is an intimate and emotionally charged exploration of their unconventional marriages\, as Sarah and Adelaide navigate the complexities of intimacy\, judgment\, and their own evolving desires. \nChristina Baker Kline is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of ten novels\, including Orphan Train\, The Exiles\, Please Don’t Lie (co-authored with Anne Burt)\, and the forthcoming The Foursome (May 2026)\, Christina Baker Kline is published in more than 40 countries. Her novels have received the New England Prize for Fiction\, the Maine Literary Award\, and a Barnes & Noble Discover Award\, among other prizes\, and have been chosen by hundreds of communities\, universities\, and schools as “One Book\, One Read” selections. Her essays\, articles\, and reviews have appeared in publications such as The New York Times and The New York Times Book Review\, The Washington Post\, The Boston Globe\, and The San Francisco Chronicle.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/the-foursome-christina-baker-kline-ticketed-event-friends-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Avon Free Public Library\, 281 Country Club Rd\, Avon\, CT\, 06001\, United States
CATEGORIES:May 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations,Written & Spoken Word
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T183000
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SUMMARY:We Are Very Likely To Die: The Incredible True Story of the Sinking of the R/V Sea Surveyor
DESCRIPTION:On the night of January 7\, 1969\, the Research Vessel Sea Surveyor went down in a fierce winter gale\, with 50 mph winds and 15-foot waves. Twelve men aboard suddenly faced the grim reality of survival: crammed into a 15-person life raft in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean\, over 200 miles from the nearest land. \nJoin survivor Walter Banzhaf as he recounts the harrowing events of that night\, sharing what it was like to face near-certain death in freezing waters and how the crew endured the unimaginable. Learn about the Sea Surveyor\, her mission\, and the extraordinary experiences of the men who survived. \nThis gripping firsthand account has captivated audiences many times in recent years. An unforgettable tale of courage\, perseverance\, and the extraordinary challenges faced at sea. \nThis is a free program. All are welcome to attend. While registration is not required\, we encourage signing up to help us plan for seating and materials.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/we-are-very-likely-to-die-the-incredible-true-story-of-the-sinking-of-the-r-v-sea-surveyor/
LOCATION:Otis Library\, 261 Main Street\, Norwich\, 06360
CATEGORIES:Discussion,May 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Otis Library":MAILTO:kwall@otislibrarynorwich.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T120000
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SUMMARY:A Monumental Man: The Art of James Batterson
DESCRIPTION:Monuments attributed to James Batterson’s prolific granite company are scattered throughout Cedar Hill Cemetery. \nAndrius Banevicius highlights some of the company’s most extraordinary work including the Colt\, Heublein\, and Keney memorials on this tour of the historic cemetery. \nAdmission to the program is $10.00 and free for Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation members. Advance reservations are recommended and may be made online at www.cedarhillfoundation.org. \nCedar Hill Cemetery is located at 453 Fairfield Avenue\, Hartford. The walking tour begins at the flagpole at the end of the entrance drive. \nNo pets allowed\, except for service animals.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/a-monumental-man-the-art-of-james-batterson/
LOCATION:Cedar Hill Cemetery\, 453 Fairfield Avenue\, Hartford\, CT\, 06114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings,May 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T130000
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn – A Sucker Whig in Connecticut’s Court: Abraham Lincoln Comes to New England
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Presentation! \nAbraham Lincoln traveled to New England only twice. In 1848\, he was an unknown “Sucker Whig” from the western frontier. In 1860\, he was a political celebrity from the Lincoln-Douglas Debates. \nThis virtual presentation by David J. Kent takes you along for the ride as we discover how Lincoln became the man we came to know\, and how Connecticut helped Lincoln become president. David’s most recent book\, Lincoln in New England: In Search of His Forgotten Tours\, was published in March 2026. \nGet free tickets to receive the Zoom link! \nThis program series is generously supported by Camille and Gregory F. Servodidio. \nAbout the speaker:\nDavid J. Kent is an Abraham Lincoln historian\, former scientist\, avid world traveler\, and multi-book author\, the most recent being Lincoln in New England: In Search of His Forgotten Tours. David is the Immediate Past President of the Lincoln Group of the District of Columbia\, on the Executive Committee and Board of Directors of the Abraham Lincoln Institute\, and a member of the Board of Advisors of the Lincoln Forum. He is a frequent speaker on Abraham Lincoln topics and served as Master of Ceremonies for the Lincoln Memorial Centennial program in 2022. David has won numerous awards both for his scientific work and as an Abraham Lincoln historian. His books include Lincoln: The Fire of Genius: How Abraham Lincoln’s Commitment to Science and Technology Helped Modernize America and Lincoln: The Man Who Saved America\, both of which were finalists for several book awards\, as well as Tesla: The Wizard of Electricity\, a worldwide bestseller translated into several languages.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/lunch-and-learn-a-sucker-whig-in-connecticuts-court-abraham-lincoln-comes-to-new-england/
LOCATION:Digital Event\, Digital Event\, Hartford
CATEGORIES:May 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations,Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T140000
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SUMMARY:Friends of the Simsbury Public Library Spring Author Luncheon with Patti Callahan Henry
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Simsbury Public Library will hold their 2026 Spring Author Luncheon on Tuesday\, May 19 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hop Meadow Country Club in Simsbury\, CT.  They will host New York Times bestselling author\, Patti Callahan Henry\, who will discuss her latest historical mystery novel\, The Story She Left Behind\, an engaging\, lyrical tale based on a real\, unsolved literary mystery of author Barbara Newhall Follett. The cost is $45 per person and includes an entree\, bread basket\, delicious dessert\, and lemonade/ice tea\, tea/coffee (cash bar). Books will be available for purchase and autographing. This is a popular event with limited seating so get your reservations in early!  Please RSVP by April 30th. You can register online via the library’s event calendar or call the library at (860) 658-7663 with questions. \nPatti Callahan Henry is a New York Times\, Globe and Mail\, and USA Today bestselling author of seventeen novels\, including The Secret Book of Flora Lee. She’s also a podcast host of original content for her novels\, Surviving Savannah and Becoming Mrs. Lewis. Her books have been translated into over 20 languages and have been the Barnes and Noble Book Club Pick\, Amazon Editor Pick\, Goodreads Book of the Year finalist\, People Magazine Choice\, Book of the Month Selection\, and more. She is the recipient of The Christy Award “Book of the Year”; The Harper Lee Distinguished Writer of the Year and the Alabama Library Association Book of the Year for Becoming Mrs. Lewis.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/friends-of-the-simsbury-public-library-spring-author-luncheon-with-patti-callahan-henry/
LOCATION:Hop Meadow Country Club\, 85 Firetown Road\, Simsbury\, 06070
CATEGORIES:May 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations,Written & Spoken Word
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T180000
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SUMMARY:Liberty and Legacy with Abigail Adams
DESCRIPTION:Step into the revolutionary world of Abigail Adams in this engaging multimedia performance by historical interpreter Sheryl Faye. Through Adams’ own letters and words\, audiences experience the courage\, wit\, and political insight of one of the most influential voices of the American Revolution. Blending live theater\, music\, and immersive visuals\, Liberty and Legacy brings this remarkable founding figure\, and her message about liberty\, equality\, and civic responsibility\, vividly to life. \nThis free program is presented by Otis Library in partnership with the America’s 250th Norwich CT Committee and sponsored through the Project PEACE Impact Fund by Global City Norwich and NCDC. Registration is required.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/liberty-and-legacy-with-abigail-adams/
LOCATION:Otis Library\, 261 Main Street\, Norwich\, 06360
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,May 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T170000
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SUMMARY:Speaker Talk: Dr. Nicholas F. Bellantoni
DESCRIPTION:“Broteer” Venture Smith\nMay 17\, 2026 · 3 p.m.\nGarden House \nVenture Smith was a Connecticut captive born in West Africa in 1729. When he arrived in America as a child\, he was forced to work on farms in Rhode Island\, New York\, and Connecticut. Broteer’s story is especially compelling: he was able to purchase his freedom along with that of his family; he became a successful businessman; and he narrated his own story\, telling of his childrehood in Africa\, the horrific Middle Passage\, his captivity\, and freedom. The Broteer Venture Smith Project combines history\, genealogy\, genetics\, and archaeology with hopes of discovering more about his life. In this presentation\, Connecticut State Archeologist Emeritus Dr. Nicholas F. Bellantoni tells of Broteer\, his life and times\, and the DNA project initiated by his descendants. \nTickets to go on sale in 2026. \nBellantoni serves as the emeritus state archaeologist with the Connecticut State Museum of Natural History at the University of Connecticut. He received his doctorate in anthropology from UConn in 1987 and was shortly thereafter appointed state archaeologist. His duties primarily included the preservation of archaeological sites in the state. He serves as an adjunct associate research professor in the department of anthropology at UConn and resided as former president of the Archaeological Society of Connecticut and the National Association of State Archaeologists. \nBellantoni’s research background includes the forensic archaeology and faunal analysis from eastern North America. He is the author a number of books written for the general public: The Long Journeys Home: The Repatriation of Henry Opukaha’ia and Albert Afraid of Hawk; “And So The Tomb Remained”: Exploring Archaeology and Forensic Science Within Connecticut’s Historical Family Mausolea; Archaeology Without Digging: Connecticut History Uncovered By Ground-Penetrating Radar; and Hiking Ruins of Southern New England: A Guide to 40 Sites in Connecticut\, Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/speaker-talk-dr-nicholas-f-bellantoni/
LOCATION:Keeler Tavern Museum\, 132 Main Street\, Ridgefield\, CT\, 06877\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions, Tours & Openings,May 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260517T153000
DTSTAMP:20260606T045726
CREATED:20260428T131604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T131604Z
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SUMMARY:A Tale of Two Coats: Colonel John Durkee and Connecticut's Revolution
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Stanley-Whitman House on Sunday\, May 17\, at 2:00 PM for A Tale of Two Coats\, a living-history presentation featuring historian and author Dayne Rugh as Colonel John Durkee: soldier\, Son of Liberty\, and one of Connecticut’s most forgotten Revolutionary heroes. \nRugh will open in character\, presenting in the first person as Colonel Durkee in period regimental clothing for thirty minutes\, bringing the Revolutionary era to life inside a c. 1720 National Historic Landmark. He will then step out of character for an illustrated presentation drawing on his biography\, John Durkee: The Forgotten Story of Connecticut’s Bold Man from Bean Hill\, the first definitive account of a Norwich-born colonel who served under General Washington\, fought in both the French and Indian War and the American Revolution\, and helped shape the course of a nation. \nCopies of the book will be available for purchase and signing at $20.00. \nRegistration is free. A suggested donation of $10 per person helps sustain America 250 programming at the Stanley-Whitman House. No one will be turned away. Space is limited. Reserve your place today.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/a-tale-of-two-coats-colonel-john-durkee-and-connecticuts-revolution/
LOCATION:Stanley-Whitman House\, 37 High Street\, Farmington\, 06032
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,Conferences, Workshops & Seminars,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings,May 2026,Performances,Talks, Lectures, Presentations,Written & Spoken Word
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stanley-Whitman House":MAILTO:averzosa@stanleywhitman.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T120000
DTSTAMP:20260606T045726
CREATED:20260302T215346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T215346Z
UID:57509-1778925600-1778932800@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Arts & Letters
DESCRIPTION:Discover Cedar Hill Cemetery’s creative residents including its most distinguished artists\, actors\, and authors. \nLearn about the noteworthy artist William Glackens\, Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Wallace Stevens\, and legendary actress Katharine Hepburn. And meet lesser-known personalities such as actress Fern Andra and sculptor Frances Wadsworth. \nMichael Albano leads this walking tour of the historic cemetery. \nAdmission to the program is $10.00 and free for Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation members. Advance reservations are recommended and may be made online at www.cedarhillfoundation.org. \nCedar Hill Cemetery is located at 453 Fairfield Avenue\, Hartford. The walking tour begins at the flagpole at the end of the entrance drive. \nNo pets allowed\, except for service animals.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/arts-letters/
LOCATION:Cedar Hill Cemetery\, 453 Fairfield Avenue\, Hartford\, CT\, 06114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings,May 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T045726
CREATED:20260421T202416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T202416Z
UID:58107-1778781600-1778787000@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:The Science of Apizza: A Talk with Scott Wiener
DESCRIPTION:What is the magic that transforms a few simple ingredients into the miracle known as pizza? Scott Wiener\, renowned pizza authority and founder of Scott’s Pizza Tours in New York City\, will unravel the mouth-watering mystery during\, “The Science of Apizza: A Talk with Scott Wiener\,” on Thursday\, May 14\, 2026\, at 6 pm\, at the New Haven Museum (NHM). The program is the latest in the “Monthly Slice” series at NHM\, presented in conjunction with the exhibition\, “Pronounced Ah-Beetz.” Free with regular museum admission. Register here. \nIs it the water? The 100-year-old oven? The ingredients? Perhaps it’s the talent of the person creating the pie\, or all the above. Gorman Bechard\, director of “Pizza A Love Story\,” will explore the food-science phenomenon with Weiner in a conversation sure to be enlightening\, funny\, and perhaps a tad obsessive. United in their passion for pizza\, the two will look for answers to the question of what makes New Haven pizza so good. Visitors should don their Bill Nye hats and bring their questions to the Q&A which follows. \nThe “Pronounced Ah-Beetz” exhibition at NHM includes first-hand oral histories and pizza-related artifacts from personal collections\, video footage adapted from the documentary and photographs. The exhibition’s title comes from the way many people mispronounce the word apizza\, which originally grew out of the Italian la pizza. The exhibition will remain on view through October 2027.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/the-science-of-apizza-a-talk-with-scott-wiener/
LOCATION:New Haven Museum\, 114 Whitney Ave\, New Haven\, CT\, 06510\, United States
CATEGORIES:May 2026,Special Events,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T045726
CREATED:20260407T185255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T185255Z
UID:58054-1778594400-1778598000@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:The Wonders: Sideshow Performers and the History of Disability Rights
DESCRIPTION:Independent historian Amanda Surette will present the history of 19th century sideshow performers and the development of the understanding of disabilities and disability rights in the United States\, as well as showcase authentic artifacts of the era.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/the-wonders-sideshow-performers-and-the-history-of-disability-rights/
LOCATION:Bridgeport Public Library\, 925 Broad Street\, Bridgeport\, 06604
CATEGORIES:May 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bridgeport History Center":MAILTO:hclibrarian@bridgeportpubliclibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T045726
CREATED:20260501T182231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T182231Z
UID:58255-1778176800-1778184000@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:One Degree of Separation: Jazz in Connecticut A Community Conversation with Tom Duffy and Wayne Escoffery
DESCRIPTION:In conjunction with the exhibition Art\, Jazz + the Blues\, One Degree of Separation: Jazz in Connecticut explores the vibrant lineage of jazz in Connecticut and its influence on the global stage. This community conversation brings together two titans of the Yale School of Music\, composer and conductor Thomas Duffy and Grammy-winning saxophonist Wayne Escoffery\, for an intimate look at the history of jazz at Yale and beyond. \nThe program will weave together personal stories of mentorship and collaboration with a live musical interlude featuring Escoffery on the saxophone. Against the backdrop of jazz’s social and political history\, Duffy and Escoffery will discuss how the genre serves as a bridge between the university\, the community\, and the world.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/one-degree-of-separation-jazz-in-connecticut-a-community-conversation-with-tom-duffy-and-wayne-escoffery/
LOCATION:MoCA CT\, 19 newtopwn turnpike\, Westport\, 06880
CATEGORIES:Discussion,May 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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ORGANIZER;CN="MoCA CT":MAILTO:frontdesk@mocact.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T045726
CREATED:20260421T201604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T201604Z
UID:58244-1778176800-1778180400@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Making History: Building the National Museum of the American Latino
DESCRIPTION:A special presentation in partnership with Smithsonian Affiliations and Jorge Zamanillo\, founding director of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino. \nJorge Zamanillo will share the vision\, process\, and next steps in developing the Smithsonian’s newest museum\, which honors the dreams\, challenges\, and triumphs of U.S. Latinos\, and elevates Latino stories within the nation’s narrative. He will discuss the journey from congressional authorization to planning and design\, and the collaborative process shaping a museum that reflects the diversity\, creativity\, and resilience of Latinos nationwide. \nThe presentation will also highlight how the museum is building meaningful partnerships across the country to ensure that Latino stories are not only represented in Washington\, D.C. but are rooted in communities nationwide. Discover how institutions like the Connecticut Museum\, and neighborhoods such as Hartford’s North End\, can play a vital role in shaping and participating in this national effort. \nThis program offers an opportunity to learn how a national museum is being built with community at its heart and how Connecticut’s Latino communities can help inform and inspire its future. \nSpace is limited! Get free tickets online at connecticutmuseum.org to reserve your spot. \nQuestions? Contact Natalie Belanger\, Public Programs Manager\, at nbelanger@connecticutmuseum.org. \n______________ \nAbout the Speaker:\nJorge Zamanillo is the founding director of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Latino\, which Congress established in December 2020. Zamanillo provides leadership and strategic direction for the museum and guides the museum’s comprehensive plan to preserve\, document\, display/interpret and promote knowledge of U.S. Latino history\, art and culture. Zamanillo and his team are also integrating and building on programs previously managed by the Smithsonian Latino Center and working on new museum collaborations\, digital resources\, exhibitions and fundraising. \nPreviously\, Zamanillo was the executive director and CEO of HistoryMiami Museum. Before joining HistoryMiami Museum\, Zamanillo was an archaeologist at the non-profit cultural resource management firm Archaeological and Historical Conservancy Inc. in Miami. Born in New York City\, Zamanillo grew up in Miami and earned a bachelor’s degree in anthropology at Florida State University in Tallahassee and his master’s in museum studies at the University of Leicester in Leicester\, England. \nThe Making History\, Making Change Lecture Series is a national collaboration between the Smithsonian and 25 Smithsonian Affiliate organizations\, featuring expert-led talks that explore the people\, moments\, and ideals that have shaped—and continue to shape—the American experience. \nThe Making History\, Making Change Lecture Series is organized by Smithsonian Affiliations as part of the Smithsonian’s Our Shared Future: 250. It is supported in part by the Dreier Family\, Johanna and Ken Kim Family\, Vaishali Shah Chadha and Family\, and Michael Vu & Meridel Bulle-Vu. \nLearn more:\nhttps://latino.si.edu\nhttps://affiliations.si.edu/making-history-making-change
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/making-history-building-the-national-museum-of-the-american-latino/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth Street\, Hartford\, CT\, 06105\, United States
CATEGORIES:May 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Museum of Culture and History":MAILTO:kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T183000
DTSTAMP:20260606T045726
CREATED:20260421T201446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T201446Z
UID:58162-1778088600-1778092200@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:The Narrative of Primus with John Mills
DESCRIPTION:Author John Mills presents the remarkable story behind his new book\, The Narrative of Primus\, which uncovers the life of a ten-year-old boy taken from West Africa and forced into slavery in colonial Connecticut. Drawing on rarely cited historical sources\, including a hidden first-person narrative preserved since 1824 in the writings of Lydia Sigourney\, Mills reconstructs Primus’s life beyond the historical record\, restoring him as a father\, church member\, and community figure whose legacy spans three centuries. \nBlending genealogy\, social history\, and personal reflection as a descendant of enslaved people\, Mills traces Primus’s family line through pivotal moments in American history\, from the Revolutionary War service of his enslaved son Job\, to the Civil War service of Sgt. Daniel Stanley Lathrop with the 29th Connecticut Colored Infantry Regiment\, and into the twentieth century. The program explores how one family’s story challenges traditional narratives of American liberty while highlighting the enduring contributions and resilience of Black Americans. Mills will also discuss his research journey and the broader importance of recovering overlooked voices from the past. \nThis is a free program. All are welcome to attend.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/the-narrative-of-primus-with-john-mills/
LOCATION:Otis Library\, 261 Main Street\, Norwich\, 06360
CATEGORIES:May 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations,Written & Spoken Word
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ORGANIZER;CN="Otis Library":MAILTO:kwall@otislibrarynorwich.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T153000
DTSTAMP:20260606T045726
CREATED:20260421T200833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T200833Z
UID:58292-1777815000-1777822200@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Glorious Lessons: John Trumbull Artist of the American Revolution\, Author talk
DESCRIPTION:Illustrated Talk by Author\, historian\, journalist Richard Brookhiser  \nFree and open to the public\, Limited seating call 860-642-6579 to reserve yours\nBook signing & reception follow program\nBooks available for purchase\nSponsored by the Lebanon Historical Society & the Lebanon American 250 Committee\nHeld at the First Congregational Church of Lebanon\n588 Exeter Road\, Lebanon\, CT\nwww.historyoflebanon.org
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/glorious-lessons-john-trumbull-artist-of-the-american-revolution-author-talk/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church of Lebanon\, 588 Exeter Road\, Lebanon\, CT\, 06249\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,May 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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ORGANIZER;CN="LebanonHistoricalSociety":MAILTO:museum@historyoflebanon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T120000
DTSTAMP:20260606T045726
CREATED:20260421T200208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T200208Z
UID:58157-1777719600-1777723200@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Through Billy Lee's Eyes: Presented by Storyteller Andre Keitt
DESCRIPTION:Renowned storyteller Andre Keitt portrays and lectures about William (Billy) Lee\, an American slave and personal assistant of George Washington during the American Revolution. Lee was the only one of Washington’s slaves freed immediately by Washington’s will. Mr. Keitt brings a unique story to life with this “Freedom Trail” presentation. \nFurther\, this presentation will include a PowerPoint of visuals from the Colonial era\, as well as famous illustrations/paintings of Lee with Washington and his family. The event will include an opportunity for the audience to participate in a retelling. \nThis free public program is presented by Otis Library in partnership with the America’s 250th Norwich CT Committee and sponsored through the Project PEACE Impact Fund by Global City Norwich and NCDC. All are welcome to attend. Registration is required.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/through-billy-lees-eyes-presented-by-storyteller-andre-keitt/
LOCATION:Otis Library\, 261 Main Street\, Norwich\, 06360
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,May 2026,Performances,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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ORGANIZER;CN="otis library":MAILTO:kwall@otislibrarynorwich.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T120000
DTSTAMP:20260606T045726
CREATED:20260302T215257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T215257Z
UID:57501-1777716000-1777723200@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Discover Cedar Hill
DESCRIPTION:Explore Hartford’s rural cemetery with Cedar Hill Cemetery Foundation Director Beverly Lucas. \nThe highlight tour showcases the art\, history\, and natural beauty that makes this urban oasis so special. \nAfter the tour\, enjoy light refreshments. And a chance to win Cedar Hill-related books. \nThe tour is part of Jane’s Walk\, a global initiative to explore cities while connecting with neighbors. \nAdmission to the program is free. Advance reservations are recommended and may be made online at www.cedarhillfoundation.org. \nCedar Hill Cemetery is located at 453 Fairfield Avenue\, Hartford. The walking tour begins at the flagpole at the end of the entrance drive. \nNo pets allowed\, except for service animals.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/discover-cedar-hill/
LOCATION:Cedar Hill Cemetery\, 453 Fairfield Avenue\, Hartford\, CT\, 06114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings,May 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T045726
CREATED:20260107T145851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T145851Z
UID:56587-1777575600-1777579200@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Prospero’s America: John Winthrop Jr.\, Alchemy\, and Connecticut Culture
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Walter W. Woodward\, Connecticut State Historian emeritus\, scholar\, author\, and former Professor\, UCONN \nThis talk is the antidote to the widespread belief that Puritans were dour and mean-spirited witch-hunters\, whose godly conservatism made them anti-tolerant\, anti-science\, anti-Indian\, and anti-business and commerce. It recounts the story of John Winthrop\, Jr.\, who was not only one of New England’s most important founders and the governor of Connecticut for 17 years\, but also a protector of accused witches\, a guardian of Indians singled out for genocide\, and the most renowned scientist in all the colonies\, who sought to use alchemy to make Connecticut a God-inspired scientific research laboratory. \nThis hitherto unknown story\, from the award winning book of the same name\, will make you reconsider what you thought you knew about early Connecticut and the English people who colonized it. \nBIO\nWalter W. Woodward is Connecticut State Historian emeritus. He served as the State Historian of Connecticut and a member of  the History Department at the University of Connecticut  from 2004 to 2022. He was the fifth person to hold the position of State Historian\, which was created in the 1930s in preparation for Connecticut’s 300th anniversary. He retired in July of 2022\, becoming Connecticut State Historian emeritus. Dr. Woodward is a scholar of Early American and Atlantic World history\, with an emphasis on Connecticut and New England. He is the author of five books\, the most recent of which is Creating Connecticut: Critical Moments That Shaped a Great State (Globe Pequot Press\, 2020). His book Prospero’s America: John Winthrop\, Jr.\,Alchemy and the Creation of New England Culture\, 1606-1676 (Omohundro Institute\, University of North Carolina Press\, 2010) won the Homer Babbidge Prize from the Association for the Study of Connecticut History\, and was a Choice magazine Outstanding academic title. \nProf. Woodward received his Ph. D. with Distinction from the University of Connecticut in 2001 He obtained his Master’s Degree in History from Cleveland State University\, and his B.A. in English from the University of Florida.  Prior to joining UConn\, he was a faculty member of the Department of History at Dickinson College in Carlisle\, PA. \n  \nAs State Historian emeritus\, Woodward continues to research\, write and share his love for the history of Connecticut and New England through the Today in Connecticut History program  and at TODAYINCTHISTORY.com\, musical performances with his group The Band of Steady Habits\, articles\, and public lectures.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/prosperos-america-john-winthrop-jr-alchemy-and-connecticut-culture/
LOCATION:ancient burying ground association\, 60 Gold Street\, Hartford\, 06141
CATEGORIES:April 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ancient Burying Ground Association":MAILTO:marydonohue@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T183000
DTSTAMP:20260606T045726
CREATED:20260421T200114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T200114Z
UID:58152-1777483800-1777487400@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Hidden Heroes: Norwich's Black Soldiers & Sailors of the Revolution
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Sandra Soucy\, this compelling program explores the lives of approximately twenty Black men identified by scholars as Revolutionary War soldiers and sailors from Norwich. The presentation also examines the efforts of local citizens who advocated for the abolition of slavery and embraced freedom for all as a central goal of the Revolution\, shedding light on a powerful and often overlooked chapter of the city’s history. \nMuch has been written about Norwich’s participation in the American Revolution. This bustling city was known for its fervent support of the patriot cause\, contributing troops\, military leaders\, and supplies to the war effort. What is less known is the participation of Black residents\, who bravely fought for the freedom of this country and for their own; for whom “Life\, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness” had a very personal meaning. \nThis free public program is presented by the America’s 250th Norwich CT Committee in partnership with Otis Library and sponsored through the Project PEACE Impact Fund by Global City Norwich and NCDC. All are welcome to attend.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/hidden-heroes-norwichs-black-soldiers-sailors-of-the-revolution/
LOCATION:Otis Library\, 261 Main Street\, Norwich\, 06360
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,April 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Otis Library":MAILTO:kwall@otislibrarynorwich.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T045726
CREATED:20260323T212838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T212848Z
UID:57889-1777401000-1777404600@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Cat On a Hot Tin Roof: Author Visit with Peter Abrahams (aka Spencer Quinn) (in-person)
DESCRIPTION:Peter Abrahams (aka Spencer Quinn) returns to Avon to celebrate the release of his newest book\, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof.  \nAbout Cat on a Hot Tin Roof:  \nJill Sonke\, a Ph.D. who works at the University of Florida\, says—after an exhaustive study—that reading for pleasure has fallen off the table in the 21st century: a decline of 40%. Obviously those people haven’t met Bernie Little and his sidekick\, Chet. This is the kind of can’t-put-it-down\, gotta-read-one-more-chapter crime/suspense/mystery novel that only a few writers can pull off. I think of Michael Connolly\, John Sandford\, and Lee Child\, but Spencer Quinn has something those books don’t: the narrator is a wonderful dog who sees (and smells) things his detective partner can’t. Chet is brave\, and has a wonderfully optimistic view of life in the American Southwest; he often assures devoted readers (like me) that he is feeling “tip-top.” We should all be so lucky\, and Bernie is lucky to have such a devoted friend. Chet is positive that Bernie will eventually sell all those Hawaiian pants he has in storage\, and if it’s good enough for Chet\, it’s good enough for me. Don’t want to oversell the book by claiming it’s up there with Melville and Joyce\, but when you want a tip-top tale\, Bernie is your guy and Chet can both tell a tale and wag one. This is no cutie-poo “cozy” mystery\, either. There’s some hard bark (as well as barking) here. Humor? Got it. First-class whodunit? Check. Good writing without any show-off bells & whistles? Yes and yes. I could go on and on\, but as Chet so wisely says\, “No time for that now.” – Stephen King \nSpencer Quinn is the pen name of Peter Abrahams\, the Edgar-award winning author of many novels\, including the New York Times and USA Today bestselling Chet and Bernie mystery series\, Mrs. Plansky’s Revenge\, The Right Side\, and Oblivion\, as well as the New York Times bestselling Bowser and Birdie series for younger readers. He lives on Cape Cod with his wife Diana—and Dottie\, a loyal and energetic member of the four-pawed nation within. \nBooks will be for sale at this event. \nPlease register\, so we can set the community room up with appropriate seating
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/cat-on-a-hot-tin-roof-author-visit-with-peter-abrahams-aka-spencer-quinn-in-person/
LOCATION:Avon Free Public Library\, 281 Country Club Rd\, Avon\, CT\, 06001\, United States
CATEGORIES:April 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations,Written & Spoken Word
ORGANIZER;CN="Avon Free Public Library":MAILTO:tpanik@avonctlibrary.info
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T045726
CREATED:20260407T185409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T185409Z
UID:58027-1777399200-1777404600@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Spies of the American Revolution at Fairfield Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Gathering intelligence was crucial during the American Revolution. In conjunction with the special exhibition The Culper Ring: The Spies of George Washington on view at the Fairfield Public Library\, join the Fairfield Museum’s Program Coordinator Walt Matis to uncover the key figures who aided—and thwarted—the Patriot cause. \nPlease register.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/spies-of-the-american-revolution-at-fairfield-public-library/
LOCATION:Fairfield Public Library\, 1080 OLD POST RD\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,April 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfield Museum and History Center":MAILTO:info@fairfieldhs.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T045726
CREATED:20251001T130304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T130304Z
UID:55058-1777316400-1777321800@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:A250 Community Conversation: Ramin Ganeshram Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A Collaboration with Ridgefield Library\nApril 27\, 2026 · 7 p.m.\nRidgefield Library\nFree \nAmerica250 Community Conversations are facilitated discussions led by Ridgefield Library and KTM&HC staff that focus on increasing our community’s familiarity and interaction with the Declaration of Independence. These discussions encourage participants to share\, listen\, and learn together\, with no prior knowledge about the Declaration or its historical context needed. \nThe final program in this series will be led by Ramin Ganeshram\, executive director of the Westport Museum. \nDetails coming soon!
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/a250-community-conversation-ramin-ganeshram-workshop/
LOCATION:Ridgefield Library\, 472 Main Street\, Ridgefield\, 06877
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,April 2026,Discussion,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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SUMMARY:The Web They Wove
DESCRIPTION:The North Haven Historical Society & Museums is excited to announce that they will be sponsoring “The Web They Wove”\, a program describing the roles of clothing\, fabric\, and the women who worked with them during the American Revolution. This event is presented by Dirty Blue Shirts\, a group who provides living-history programming in southern New England. It will take place on Saturday\, April 25\, 2026 at 2 PM in the Community Room of the North Haven Memorial Library. The library is located at 17 Elm St. in North Haven\, CT. The event is free and open to the public; please register here to attend: The Web They Wove: Women & Their Wardrobes During New England’s Revolution | North Haven Memorial Library  For more information\, please call 203-239-7722 or email nhhistsoc@gmail.com. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/the-web-they-wove/
LOCATION:North Haven Memorial Library\, 17 Elm Street\, North Haven\, 06473
CATEGORIES:April 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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SUMMARY:A Defiant Woman/Author Event with Karen Olson (in-person)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in-person author event with Karen Olson\, to celebrate the release of her new book\, A Defiant Woman. \nKate Tudor’s marriage to billionaire Hank Tudor continues to fray when his ex-wife resurfaces in the wake of their daughter’s kidnapping\, in the latest novel in this genre-defying crime series. \nEight years ago\, Nan Tudor escaped her husband\, billionaire businessman Hank Tudor\, afraid for her life and leaving a dead body behind—but in doing so\, she abandoned her three-year-old daughter\, Lizzie. Still wracked with guilt for that decision\, she is living a quiet life as a restaurant cook in France with her son when she receives a mysterious text: “We have your daughter.” \nLured back to the scene of the crime on Martha’s Vineyard by a threat against Lizzie’s life\, Nan believes the kidnapper is exacting revenge against her\, stopping at nothing to do so—and discovers that she and her daughter may not be the only targets. Kate Parker—Hank’s sixth and latest wife—is also on the island and drawn into the kidnapper’s elaborate web of retaliation. \nKeeping their alliance secret from Hank\, Hank’s fixer Thomas Cromwell\, investigator Steve Gardiner\, and reporter Tom Seymour\, the two women find themselves in a race against time to rescue Lizzie—and to make sure they both stay alive. \nKaren E. Olson is the winner of the Sara Ann Freed Memorial Award and a Shamus Award finalist. She is the author of the Annie Seymour mysteries\, the Tattoo Shop mysteries\, and the Black Hat thrillers. Karen was a longtime editor\, both in newspapers and at Yale University Press. She lives in New Haven\, Connecticut. Learn more about her here. \nBoth books in the series will be for sale at this event. \nPlease register\, so we can set the community room up with appropriate seating. \nThis event is part of our National Library Week celebration!
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/a-defiant-woman-author-event-with-karen-olson-in-person/
LOCATION:Avon Free Public Library\, 281 Country Club Rd\, Avon\, CT\, 06001\, United States
CATEGORIES:April 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations,Written & Spoken Word
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SUMMARY:By the People / Exploring Connecticut's History Through Poetry
DESCRIPTION:In this intergenerational event (ages 10+) participants will discover how poetry illuminates both American history and the rich\, layered story of Connecticut. Though an opening presentation and poetry reading by Antoinette Brim-Bell\, Connecticut’s 8th State Poet Laureate\, we’ll explore how poets have chronicled the evolution of interconnected communities\, and how poetry deepens our understanding of the ongoing pursuit of a more perfect nation. A writing workshop and Q&A will conclude the session. This program is part of the national By the People initiative\, marking the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independent. For more information\, contact the library at (203) 797-4505\, or visit Danbury Library – Enriching Lives\, Building Community .
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/by-the-people-exploring-connecticuts-history-through-poetry/
LOCATION:Danbury Public Library\, 170 Main Street\, Danbury\, 06810
CATEGORIES:By the People,Talks, Lectures, Presentations,Written & Spoken Word
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