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SUMMARY:River Gods & Sturdy Yeomen: Connecticut Clothing in the Age of Revolution 1760-1790
DESCRIPTION:During the years prior to the Industrial Revolution\, clothing was considered as necessary protection to the wearer\, a store of value\, and an outward expression of socioeconomic status. Today these garments provide us with an invaluable window into the material culture of past times \nUsing examples of men’s clothing from the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History and other collections in the state\, Henry Cooke will examine the interrelationship of fashion\, commerce\, politics\, and technology that were responsible for creating these garments and how they help us to better understand the lives of Connecticut’s early citizens. \nThe Connecticut Museum of Culture and History’s collection of men’s and women’s clothing is unique in the number\, variety and quality items from the mid to late 18th century. Many of the garments are identified to their original wearers\, who range from ordinary citizens to the colonial elite. Their lives would intersect and collide during the Revolutionary era\, as Connecticut’s citizens struggled with the economic\, social and military costs that also found their outward expression in their clothing\, which was preserved as a reminder of that struggle. \nThis program is part of the Museum’s “Made to Last” series\, which pairs items from our collection with modern day artisans who discuss change and tradition in their field of expertise. \nThis program is free\, but spaces are limited. Get free tickets to reserve your spot!
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/river-gods-sturdy-yeomen-connecticut-clothing-in-the-age-of-revolution-1760-1790/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth Street\, Hartford\, CT\, 06105\, United States
CATEGORIES:October 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T193000
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SUMMARY:The Monthly Slice: A Conversation with Francis Rosselli of Pepe’s
DESCRIPTION:Imagine sitting down with someone who didn’t just know the story of Frank Pepe’s but lived it! New Haven Museum (NHM) will host a special evening with Francis Rosselli\, grandson of Frank and Filomena Pepe\, for a rare\, personal take on one of the greatest stories of American pizza history on Thursday\, October 1\, 2026\, at 6 p.m. Free with regular museum admission. Register here. The program is the latest in the museum’s “Monthly Slice” series at NHM\, presented in conjunction with the exhibition\, “Pronounced Ah-Beetz.” \nRosselli was immersed in the colorful\, fascinating world of his grandparents’ pizzeria from an early age\, learning the craft of pizza making directly from Frank Pepe himself. In 1981\, Frank and Filomena’s daughters\, Elizabeth and Serafina\, gave Rosselli the opportunity to open a pizzeria next door\, The Spot\, a name that carries a remarkable piece of Pepe history. It was in the original location and oven where Frank and Filomena Pepe began their legendary journey in 1925. \nThe conversation will be moderated by Gorman Bechard\, co-curator of “Pronounced Ah-Beetz” and director of  the documentary\, “Pizza A Love Story.” “Expect great stories\, family memories\, plenty of laughs\, and perhaps even a few moments that tug at the heartstrings\,” Bechard says. The pair will explore plenty of pizza lore\, behind-the-scenes memories\, and the “kinds of details you can’t get from a plaque on a wall.” \nBechard says they’ll also unveil never-before-seen artifacts from the Pepe family legacy that didn’t make it into the New Haven Museum’s “Pronounced Ah-Beetz” exhibit. “Come for the history. Stay for the stories. We promise you’ll leave wanting one of those famous pies!” \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-monthly-slice-a-conversation-with-francis-rosselli-of-pepes/
LOCATION:New Haven Museum\, 114 Whitney Ave\, New Haven\, CT\, 06510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions, Tours & Openings,October 2026,Ongoing Exhibits,Special Events,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T213000
DTSTAMP:20260921T170924Z
CREATED:20260921T170924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T170924Z
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SUMMARY:OUR TOWN by Thornton Wilder
DESCRIPTION:Thornton Wilder’s 1938 Pulitzer Prize-winning play\, Our Town\, is a timeless exploration of the human experience. Set in the fictionalized small town of Grover’s Corners\, New Hampshire\, between 1901 and 1913\, it follows the daily routines\, loves\, and tragedies of the Gibbs and Webb families. The play is famously performed with limited stage scenery and almost no props\, using pantomime to encourage audiences to focus on the universal themes rather than design. We’ve selected Our Town for this season to highlight the 250th celebration by focusing on small town America\, and specifically “Our Town” of New Canaan.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/our-town-by-thornton-wilder-7/
LOCATION:Powerhouse Performing Arts Center\, 679 South Avenue (in Waveny Park)\, New Canaan\, 06840
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,October 2026,Performances,Written & Spoken Word
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ORGANIZER;CN="Town Players of New Canaan":MAILTO:info@tpnc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T120000
DTSTAMP:20260727T153133Z
CREATED:20260727T153133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T153133Z
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SUMMARY:Stories in Stone
DESCRIPTION:Learn about monument styles often found in 19th-century cemeteries such as Cedar Hill Cemetery. \nFrom the sarcophagus to the obelisk\, Celtic cross\, pyramid and more\, Ann Mione highlights the origin and significance of popular monument styles. And will share information about the lot owners who selected these magnificent memorials. \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/stories-in-stone/
LOCATION:Cedar Hill Cemetery\, 453 Fairfield Avenue\, Hartford\, CT\, 06114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings,October 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T120000
DTSTAMP:20260925T213706Z
CREATED:20260925T213706Z
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SUMMARY:Rochambeau Day at Connecticut's Old State House
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of the 250th anniversary of America’s independence\, Connecticut’s Old State House will host the First and Second Company Governor’s Foot Guard\, First & Second Company Governor’s Horse Guard\, and the First Litchfield Artillery Regiment\, to commemorate Rochambeau Day on Saturday\, October 3 at 10:45 a.m. The public is invited to gather on the lawn for a family-friendly ceremony including a wreath laying and a musket and cannon volley. Afterwards\, enjoy refreshments\, tours\, and conversation with Generals George Washington (John Koopman III) and Jean-Baptiste Donatien de Vimeur\, Comte de Rochambeau (Eric Dutaud) with paid admission to the museum. To receive reminders and weather-related updates\, RSVP here: https://bit.ly/Rochambeau2026. Those sensitive to loud noise are encouraged to use ear protection. \nAdmission to Connecticut’s Old State House is $8 per adult and $4 for children\, seniors\, college students\, and AAA members. Admission is free for active duty and retired members of the military. On-street parking in Hartford is free on Saturdays. Garage parking at State House Square Parking Garage\, located at 75 Market Street is a maximum of $10. Please present your parking ticket to the museum’s Visitor Services desk for validation.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/rochambeau-day-at-connecticuts-old-state-house/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,Demonstration,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings,October 2026,Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut's Old State House":MAILTO:ctoldstatehouse@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T140000
DTSTAMP:20260921T171015Z
CREATED:20260921T171015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T171015Z
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SUMMARY:Family Program: Traditional Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of stories and crafts with special guest storyteller Wunneanatsu Lamb-Cason! In her debut picture book\, Grandmother Moon\, she celebrates the relationship between a grandmother and grandchild\, weaving Indigenous teachings into a modern setting. \nThe program will include live readings from Grandmother Moon and an exploration of traditional stories referenced in the book\, offering visitors of all ages the chance to reflect on the power of intergenerational storytelling. Then complete related crafts and activities that explore the significance of the moon and storytelling. Books will be available for purchase and can be signed by Wunneanatsu. \nThis program is FREE and great for children of all ages. No pre-registration required. This program also falls on Free First Weekend\, which includes free admission for all ages\, Saturday 10/3 and Sunday 10/4. \nFree First Weekends are sponsored by Beacon Bank.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/family-program-traditional-storytelling/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth Street\, Hartford\, CT\, 06105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,October 2026,Written & Spoken Word
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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:20261003T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T220000
DTSTAMP:20260727T153230Z
CREATED:20260727T153230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T153230Z
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SUMMARY:The Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum to hold Red Carpet Gala Celebrating its Cinematic History
DESCRIPTION:Norwalk\, Conn. July 7\, 2026– The Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum will host a “Red Carpet Gala” on Oct. 3\, 2026\, at 6 p.m. The event will take place in the Mansion’s historic rooms at 295 West Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT. LMMM Trustee Ernest DesRochers and Board of Trustees Chairman Douglas Hempstead will co-chair the evening. \nThe gala will feature Hollywood glamour\, an exciting cinematic experience courtesy of the Avon Theatre\, an exclusive preview of the exhibition\, “The Evolving Icon\,” in collaboration with The Connecticut Society of Portrait Artists\, a formal dinner\, silent and live auctions\, and more. Guests are encouraged to dress in red carpet or black-tie optional attire. \nThe gala will celebrate the Mansion’s history as a silver-screen backdrop. For the past 50 years\, this institution has served as a movie set for widely known films such as “House of Dark Shadows” and “The Stepford Wives.” It was also featured in “Glacier Bay\,” starring Norwalk resident and Emmy-nominated actor James Noble\, and more recently\, Netflix’s “Mr. Harrigan’s Phone\,” starring the legendary Donald Sutherland. \nThe Museum’s 2026 Gala is generously sponsored in part by Gala Distinguished Benefactors: Fairfield County Bank and Northmarq; Gala Sustainers: Seaman Construction Inc.\, and Alchemy Celebrations; and Gala Media Sponsor: Moffly Media. \nLMMM’s 2026 programs are made possible in part by LMMM’s 2026 Season Distinguished Benefactors: The City of Norwalk\, The Maurice Goodman Foundation\, Inc.\, and Lockwood-Mathews Foundation\, Inc.; LMMM’s Leadership Patrons: Dr. Michele & Attorney Miklos Koleszar and The Sealark Foundation\, Inc. For more information on tours and programs\, please visit www.lockwoodmathewsmansion.com\, email info@lockwoodmathewsmansion.com\, or call 203-838-9799\, ext. 3. \n 
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/the-lockwood-mathews-mansion-museum-to-hold-red-carpet-gala-celebrating-its-cinematic-history/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Activity,October 2026,Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Gilgore":MAILTO:info@lockwoodmathewsmansion.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T213000
DTSTAMP:20260921T171035Z
CREATED:20260921T171035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T171035Z
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SUMMARY:OUR TOWN by Thornton Wilder
DESCRIPTION:Thornton Wilder’s 1938 Pulitzer Prize-winning play\, Our Town\, is a timeless exploration of the human experience. Set in the fictionalized small town of Grover’s Corners\, New Hampshire\, between 1901 and 1913\, it follows the daily routines\, loves\, and tragedies of the Gibbs and Webb families. The play is famously performed with limited stage scenery and almost no props\, using pantomime to encourage audiences to focus on the universal themes rather than design. We’ve selected Our Town for this season to highlight the 250th celebration by focusing on small town America\, and specifically “Our Town” of New Canaan.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/our-town-by-thornton-wilder-8/
LOCATION:Powerhouse Performing Arts Center\, 679 South Avenue (in Waveny Park)\, New Canaan\, 06840
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,October 2026,Performances,Written & Spoken Word
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ORGANIZER;CN="Town Players of New Canaan":MAILTO:info@tpnc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T160000
DTSTAMP:20260921T171055Z
CREATED:20260921T171055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T171055Z
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SUMMARY:OUR TOWN by Thornton Wilder
DESCRIPTION:Thornton Wilder’s 1938 Pulitzer Prize-winning play\, Our Town\, is a timeless exploration of the human experience. Set in the fictionalized small town of Grover’s Corners\, New Hampshire\, between 1901 and 1913\, it follows the daily routines\, loves\, and tragedies of the Gibbs and Webb families. The play is famously performed with limited stage scenery and almost no props\, using pantomime to encourage audiences to focus on the universal themes rather than design. We’ve selected Our Town for this season to highlight the 250th celebration by focusing on small town America\, and specifically “Our Town” of New Canaan.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/our-town-by-thornton-wilder-9/
LOCATION:Powerhouse Performing Arts Center\, 679 South Avenue (in Waveny Park)\, New Canaan\, 06840
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,October 2026,Performances,Written & Spoken Word
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ORGANIZER;CN="Town Players of New Canaan":MAILTO:info@tpnc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T130000
DTSTAMP:20261005T141134Z
CREATED:20261005T141134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T141134Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn – Connecticut Son: Oliver Wolcott Jr.
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Presentation! \nOliver Wolcott Jr. (1760-1833) was the nation’s second Treasury Secretary and a key figure on the national stage during the Federalist administrations of Presidents George Washington and John Adams.  Upon his resignation from the federal government in 1800\, Wolcott prospered for many years as a private citizen\, and was later elected Governor of Connecticut\, serving for ten years. \nIn this virtual presentation\, Dr. John Lizzi will examine Wolcott’s contributions to both national and state government during his nearly forty years of public service\, as well as discuss to what extent Wolcott evolved politically during his long career. Wolcott’s success can be attributed to his steadfast commitment to his principles including personal integrity\, nationalism\, the need for a strong national government\, and the promotion of manufacturing and industry. \nThis virtual event is free and open to the public. Get tickets to receive the Zoom link. \nThank you to our series sponsors Camille and Gregory F. Servodidio! \nAbout the Speaker: John Lizzi is a high school social studies teacher and historian. He recently earned his PhD from Liberty University. His first published work\, Connecticut Son: Oliver Wolcott Jr.\, is an adaptation of his doctoral dissertation. He lives in Burlington\, Connecticut with his wife and two children.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/lunch-and-learn-connecticut-son-oliver-wolcott-jr/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,October 2026,Virtual Event
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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:20261008T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T150000
DTSTAMP:20260812T173407Z
CREATED:20260812T173407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T173407Z
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SUMMARY:Things We Found in the Ground: Virtual Author Event with Eleanor Bruce and Lucilla Gray
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual conversation with Eleanor and Lucilla\, to celebrate the U.S. release of Things We Found in the Ground. October is Archaeology Month in Connecticut! \nIn this guide-that’s-not-a-guide\, metal detectorist cousins Ellie and Lucie explore their local landscape\, getting to grips with the hobby\, history and themselves along the way. \nBeginning with their first meeting in over 20 years at their grandfather’s home in Lincolnshire\, the two cousins – Eleanor and Lucilla – quickly learn that each has a fascination with unearthing historic artefacts\, which will set them off on their metal detecting journey … \nOver many weeks and months spent digging countless holes\, the pair make startling discoveries: about the objects they find and what they tell us about our ancestors\, about themselves and who they are as people\, and about the power of community\, as they forge connections with local villagers\, detectorists and history lovers along the way. \nThis charming tale of (self-)discovery will capture the hearts and minds of those seeking escapism through the buried history that we walk over every day. \nAbout the authors: We are Ellie and Lucie\, cousins\, detectorists and authors. With over 5 years of experience out in the field (literally)\, we like to think we know a thing or two about the art of digging holes. Metal detecting for us was once a lockdown hobby… now it’s taken over both of our lives. Roman Found began as a creative outlet\, a way to share our adventures with fellow diggers\, hobbyists\, collectors and enthusiasts through the power of the internet—we never could’ve dreamed that we would connect with so many people. \nOur biggest inspiration will always be our finds and the stories they hold. Half of what we do is in the research\, searching beyond the dirt\, between the pages of a reference book for that tangible link back through decades\, centuries or even a millennia; a picture slowly building around that object we’ve pulled from the earth\, be it a button\, buckle or Roman coin.  Recently\, there has been a massive resurgence of public interest in history and in the stories still lost within our landscape. Metal detecting\, as a result\, has become\, dare we say it\, trendy… As active self recorders with the British Museum’s Portable Antiquities Scheme and PLA Permit Holders\, we aim to highlight the responsible side of metal detecting through our adventures\, adding to the public record responsibly and increasing the archaeological understanding of our region. Learn more here \nPlease register; Zoom links will go out the day before the event. \nSponsored by the Avon Library\, Avon Historical Society\, and Avon Senior Center.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/things-we-found-in-the-ground-virtual-author-event-with-eleanor-bruce-and-lucilla-gray/
LOCATION:Avon Free Public Library\, 281 Country Club Rd\, Avon\, CT\, 06001\, United States
CATEGORIES:October 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations,Written & Spoken Word
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ORGANIZER;CN="Avon Free Public Library":MAILTO:tpanik@avonctlibrary.info
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T193000
DTSTAMP:20260915T195020Z
CREATED:20260915T195020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T195020Z
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SUMMARY:The Amazing Generation: discussion and series
DESCRIPTION:Adult Book Discussion of The Amazing Generation in tandem with teen book discussion of same book in Teen Room at same time. \nCheck out one of 37 copies (including e-books & audiobooks) purchased with funds from the Avon Education Foundation a couple weeks before October 8th\, read as much of it as you can before the book discussion\, then lend your voice to the conversation! This the first program in a fall series on the topic of phone and social media safety.  \nWe will discuss the topics within the book using materials from the book’s website\, and learn how to talk to one another about the way that tech companies are trying to train our brains to depend on them. \nAdult caregivers of youth will meet with librarians in the community room\, while youth will meet with the teen librarian in the teen room.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/the-amazing-generation-discussion-and-series/
LOCATION:Avon Free Public Library\, 281 Country Club Rd\, Avon\, CT\, 06001\, United States
CATEGORIES:October 2026,Written & Spoken Word
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ORGANIZER;CN="Avon Free Public Library":MAILTO:tpanik@avonctlibrary.info
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T113000
DTSTAMP:20260915T195054Z
CREATED:20260915T195054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T195054Z
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SUMMARY:Main Street Walking Tour with Jack Sanders
DESCRIPTION:Take a walk through the history of southern Main Street with author and town historian Jack Sanders on Saturday\, Oct. 10 (rain date Oct. 17)\, at 10 a.m. The 90-minute walk will begin and end at Jesse Lee United Methodist Church at 207 Main Street (corner of King Lane and Main Street). He is the author of Ambling Along Old Main Street. \nSanders will share stories about the many interesting people who have lived in homes and had businesses on Main Street on a route that will go north as far as St. Stephen’s Church and south as far as the southernmost crosswalk on Main Street. He’ll describe buildings that are no longer standing as well as tell how some have been altered or moved. \nThe group size is limited to twenty people\, age 12 or older. Tickets are limited and nonrefundable\, all sales are final. Pricing is $35 or discounted at $30 for active members of the Ridgefield Historical Society.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/main-street-walking-tour-with-jack-sanders/
LOCATION:Jesse Lee Memorial United Methodist Church\, 207 Main Street\, RidgefieldCT\, 207 Main St.\, Ridgefield\, 06877
CATEGORIES:Activity,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings,October 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ridgefield Historical Society":MAILTO:info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T170000
DTSTAMP:20261005T141156Z
CREATED:20261005T141156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T141156Z
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SUMMARY:You Don't Say
DESCRIPTION:New storytelling series from CT Storytelling Center.  Jennifer Munro will kick off the series with wickedly funny stories that will touch your heart.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/you-dont-say/
LOCATION:Thames Club\, 290 State STreet\, New London\, 06320
CATEGORIES:October 2026,Performances,Written & Spoken Word
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ORGANIZER;CN="Connecticut Storytelling Center":MAILTO:ctstorytelling234@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T210000
DTSTAMP:20260925T213633Z
CREATED:20260925T213633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T213633Z
UID:59759-1792179000-1792875600@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Revolutionary Haven: Myths of America
DESCRIPTION:New Haven in 1776 — Patriots\, Loyalists\, and the people caught between them. \nA Broken Umbrella Theatre stages the Revolution as the town actually met it: not as settled history\, but as an argument the city was still having with itself. Audiences move room to room through the Blake Street Center in Westville\, entering in small groups over roughly 30 minutes. \nThis October is a work-in-progress showing — a first draft put in front of an audience on purpose\, ahead of a full production in 2027. A Broken Umbrella has spent seventeen years making original theatre out of New Haven’s history\, and for the 250th the company went at the myths themselves: who gets remembered as a patriot\, who gets written out\, and what a town does while it decides. \nSchedule\n\nFriday\, October 16 — 7:30 PM\nSaturday\, October 17 — 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM\nSunday\, October 18 — 2:00 PM\nThursday\, October 22 — 7:30 PM\nFriday\, October 23 — 7:30 PM\nSaturday\, October 24 — 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM\n\nAdmission\nPay what you can\, with a suggested donation of $17.76 — chosen for the year\, not the price. Tickets are available at any price point. \nGood to know\n\nAll ages welcome; 10 and up recommended\, since audiences stand and move throughout.\nElevator access\, seating\, and mobility accommodations are available.\nEntry is staggered in small groups\, so please reserve a specific time. Capacity is limited.\n\nDetails and reservations
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/revolutionary-haven-myths-of-america/
LOCATION:Blake Street Center\, 495 Blake St\, New Haven\, 06515
CATEGORIES:Activity,America 250 CT,Family Activity,October 2026,Performances
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ORGANIZER;CN="A Broken Umbrella Theatre":MAILTO:Info@abrokenumbrella.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T113000
DTSTAMP:20260921T171312Z
CREATED:20260921T171312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T171312Z
UID:59665-1792317600-1792323000@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Battle of Ridgefield Bus Tour
DESCRIPTION:Battle of Ridgefield 250th approaches; Bus tour to explore battlefield route and new discoveries \nAs the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Ridgefield approaches\, the Ridgefield Historical Society is offering a rare opportunity to travel the route of the British troops and hear firsthand about archaeological discoveries that have transformed our understanding of the battle. \n\nBattlefield historian and archaeologist Dr. David Naumec\, who worked on the Ridgefield Historical Society’s two National Park Service battlefield research projects\, will narrate a bus tour following the route taken by British troops from Danbury through Ridgefield on April 27\, 1777. Along the way\, he will highlight key engagements\, archaeological discoveries\, and new evidence that has expanded knowledge of how the Battle of Ridgefield unfolded. \nThe Battle of Ridgefield Bus Tour will take place Sunday\, Oct. 18\, starting at 10 a.m. from the Scott House\, 4 Sunset Lane. Space aboard the bus is very limited\, making this a special opportunity to experience the battlefield landscape with one of the historians directly involved in its recent investigation. The tour is expected to last about 90 minutes. \nThe Scott House itself has a connection to the events of April 27\, 1777. In its original location on Main Street\, the 1714 saltbox stood near some of the heaviest fighting of the battle. Today\, as headquarters of the Ridgefield Historical Society\, it sits within another area associated with the battle. \n\nA historian\, archaeologist and museum consultant\, Dr. Naumec was named Historic New England’s Revolution 250 Research Scholar\, studying New England’s Indigenous and African American Revolutionary War veterans. A graduate of UConn\, he holds a master’s degree in History and Museum Studies from Tufts University and a PhD in Race and Ethnicity in Early America through the Civil War from Clark University. His research interests include Native American history\, colonial North America\, Connecticut history and battlefield archaeology. He is museum manager of the Captain Nathaniel B. Palmer House and Lighthouse Museum with Historic Stonington. \nTickets are limited\, nonrefundable\, and are expected to sell out quickly
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/battle-of-ridgefield-bus-tour/
LOCATION:Ridgefield Historical Society\, 4 Sunset Lane\, Ridgefield\, 06877
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings,October 2026
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ridgefield Historical Society":MAILTO:info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T113000
DTSTAMP:20260921T171324Z
CREATED:20260921T171324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T171324Z
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SUMMARY:Battle of Ridgefield Bus Tour
DESCRIPTION:Battle of Ridgefield 250th approaches; Bus tour to explore battlefield route and new discoveries \nAs the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Ridgefield approaches\, the Ridgefield Historical Society is offering a rare opportunity to travel the route of the British troops and hear firsthand about archaeological discoveries that have transformed our understanding of the battle. \n\nBattlefield historian and archaeologist Dr. David Naumec\, who worked on the Ridgefield Historical Society’s two National Park Service battlefield research projects\, will narrate a bus tour following the route taken by British troops from Danbury through Ridgefield on April 27\, 1777. Along the way\, he will highlight key engagements\, archaeological discoveries\, and new evidence that has expanded knowledge of how the Battle of Ridgefield unfolded. \nThe Battle of Ridgefield Bus Tour will take place Sunday\, Oct. 18\, starting at 10 a.m. from the Scott House\, 4 Sunset Lane. Space aboard the bus is very limited\, making this a special opportunity to experience the battlefield landscape with one of the historians directly involved in its recent investigation. The tour is expected to last about 90 minutes. \nThe Scott House itself has a connection to the events of April 27\, 1777. In its original location on Main Street\, the 1714 saltbox stood near some of the heaviest fighting of the battle. Today\, as headquarters of the Ridgefield Historical Society\, it sits within another area associated with the battle. \nA historian\, archaeologist and museum consultant\, Dr. Naumec was named Historic New England’s Revolution 250 Research Scholar\, studying New England’s Indigenous and African American Revolutionary War veterans. A graduate of UConn\, he holds a master’s degree in History and Museum Studies from Tufts University and a PhD in Race and Ethnicity in Early America through the Civil War from Clark University. His research interests include Native American history\, colonial North America\, Connecticut history and battlefield archaeology. He is museum manager of the Captain Nathaniel B. Palmer House and Lighthouse Museum with Historic Stonington. \nTickets are limited\, nonrefundable\, and are expected to sell out quickly
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/battle-of-ridgefield-bus-tour-2/
LOCATION:Ridgefield Historical Society\, 4 Sunset Lane\, Ridgefield\, 06877
CATEGORIES:Activity,America 250 CT,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings,October 2026
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ridgefield Historical Society":MAILTO:info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T134500
DTSTAMP:20261014T171636Z
CREATED:20261014T171636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T171636Z
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SUMMARY:Telling Inclusive Stories through Oral Histories
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that Connecticut residents have free tools to record their own stories? Learn how to tell your story and record those of your family\, friends\, and community members. America 250 | CT Commission identified “Telling Inclusive Stories” as one of their four themes for this year’s Semiquincentennial\, and preserving oral histories is an important way to tell the fullest picture of America’s history. \n \nJoin us for a panel discussion featuring Dr\, Fiona Vernal\, Kate Schramm\, and Lyle Cairdeas\, who will each guide our understanding of how to make and use oral histories. Lunch will be provided. \n \nFiona Vernal\, Ph.D.\, Director of Engaged\, Public\, Oral\, and Community Histories (EPOCH) and Associate Professor of History and Africana Studies at the University of Connecticut \n \nKate Schramm\, Director of Cultural Sustainability\, Connecticut Museum of Culture and History \n \nLyle Cairdeas\, Exhibitions and Collections Manager\, Mattatuck Museum \n \nThis event is part of a public programming series connected to the exhibition\, Making his Mark in Connecticut: The Creative Process of F. Luis Mora (on view through February 18\, 2027). This project is supported by funding through CT Humanities\, the Wyeth Foundation for American Art\, and America 250 | CT.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/telling-inclusive-stories-through-oral-histories/
LOCATION:Housatonic Museum of Art\, 900 Lafayette Blvd.\, Bridgeport\, 06604
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,Conferences, Workshops & Seminars,CTH Funded,October 2026,Workshop,Written & Spoken Word
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ORGANIZER;CN="Housatonic Museum of Art":MAILTO:hello@housatonicmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T193000
DTSTAMP:20260915T195307Z
CREATED:20260915T195307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T195307Z
UID:59402-1792434600-1792438200@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:The Dysregulated Kid: Author Talk with Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversation with Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge\, to discuss the release of her new book\, The Dysregulated Kid. This program is part of the “Take Back Your Time” series. \nCalm the brain first―and everything else follows. \n“Why does my child lose it over the smallest things?”\n“Why don’t rewards or consequences work?”\n“Why do I feel like I’m failing when I’m trying so hard?” \nIf these questions sound familiar\, you’re not alone―and you’re not failing. You’re just missing the one step no one ever taught you: how to calm the nervous system first. \nWith more than thirty years of experience as a therapist and school psychologist\, and as a mom who lived this struggle herself\, Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge discovered that kids don’t need fixing―they need nervous system regulation. The solution isn’t stricter discipline\, more rewards\, or better routines. It’s a proven\, science-backed method called Regulation First Parenting™\, and it changes everything. \nIn The Dysregulated Kid\, you’ll learn how to: \n– Break free from the exhausting cycle of yelling\, bribing\, and punishing.\n– Move from co-dysregulation to co-regulation\, where calm is contagious.\n– Shift from constant reactivity to confident\, steady parenting.\n– Use small\, doable strategies that rewire both your child’s brain and your own.\n– Help your child be more focused\, independent\, and resilient so they can do better in school and in life. \nThis book isn’t another parenting trend―it’s the playbook for finally helping your child (and yourself) find calm in a chaotic world. With real-life tools\, neuroscience explained in plain language\, and hope on every page\, Dr. Roseann shows you how to stop fighting with your child and start connecting. \nMeltdowns and battles to get your child to listen don’t have to define your days. Confidence\, connection\, and calmer moments are possible―and it all begins when you learn to calm the brain first. \nThe Dysregulated Kid is the guide every parent wishes they had sooner. \nDr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge is a licensed therapist\, certified school psychologist\, bestselling author\, award-winning podcast host\, and mom—with over 30 years of experience helping dysregulated kids and their families.  She is the host of the Dysregulated Kids podcast\, with over 2 million downloads\, where parents and professionals turn for clear\, nervous-system–based answers to today’s biggest emotional and behavioral challenges.  Through decades of clinical work—and lived experience—Dr. Roseann discovered a truth most parenting advice misses: when we calm the nervous system first\, everything changes—behavior\, learning\, and emotional health.  The Dysregulated Kid brings this science-backed approach to parents in a way that is compassionate\, practical\, and doable\, even in the middle of real-life stress.  Featured on NBC\, CBS\, and FOX—and named “the thought leader in children’s mental health” by Forbes—Dr. Roseann bridges brain science with real-world strategies parents can use every day.  Learn more here
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/the-dysregulated-kid-author-talk-with-dr-roseann-capanna-hodge-virtual/
LOCATION:Avon Free Public Library\, 281 Country Club Rd\, Avon\, CT\, 06001\, United States
CATEGORIES:October 2026,Written & Spoken Word
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ORGANIZER;CN="Avon Free Public Library":MAILTO:tpanik@avonctlibrary.info
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T110000
DTSTAMP:20261001T182841Z
CREATED:20260921T171413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T182841Z
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SUMMARY:Witch Trials\, Blue Laws\, and the Tooth Fairy: The Legacy of Colonial Connecticut
DESCRIPTION:What do Halloween\, witch hunts\, an English King\, pallbearers\, Leviticus\, and public education have in common? \nThe answer to that puzzle will be the focus of the Ridgefield History Club on Tuesday\, Oct. 20\, 2026 at 10 a.m. at the Ridgefield Historical Society’s Scott House\, 4 Sunset Lane. Susan Kweskin will lead an illustrated group discussion on Connecticut’s dark past\, its own witch trials\, the people who fueled them\, and their enduring impact. Deeply ingrained beliefs\, fears\, and cultural habits of the Connecticut colonists didn’t vanish with the 18th century — they continue to shape our laws\, holiday traditions\, and even our daily lives in Ridgefield. \nExamination of a Witch (1853) by T. H. Matteson\, inspired by the Salem trials\nThe Ridgefield History Club is an informal community storytelling program of the Ridgefield Historical Society. The group meets for an hour on the third Tuesday of every month to explore a specific topic in Ridgefield’s history through shared conversation. \nEach session is recorded and cataloged in the Historical Society’s archive to preserve these stories for future generations. The program is also streamed live on Facebook and uploaded to the Society’s YouTube channel. Everyone is invited—just bring your curiosity and love of history. Some attend every month\, while others join when a topic holds special meaning for them. Longtime Ridgefield residents and newcomers alike are welcome. This free program is a wonderful way to connect with others and discover new insights into the town’s heritage.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/witch-trials-blue-laws-and-the-tooth-fairy-the-legacy-of-colonial-connecticut/
LOCATION:Ridgefield Historical Society\, 4 Sunset Lane\, Ridgefield\, 06877
CATEGORIES:Activity,Discussion,October 2026
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ridgefield Historical Society":MAILTO:info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T110000
DTSTAMP:20261005T141222Z
CREATED:20261005T141222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T141222Z
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SUMMARY:Ridgefield History Club: Ridgefield Then and Now Part II
DESCRIPTION:How much of Ridgefield has changed over the past 150 years and how much remains the same? This will be Town Historian Jack Sanders’ topic in an illustrated talk for the Ridgefield History Club on Tuesday\, October 20\, 2026\, at 10 a.m. at the Ridgefield Historical Society’s Scott House\, 4 Sunset Lane. \nMain Street Ridgefield circa 1910 (top) and 2026 (bottom)\nThe Ridgefield History Club is an informal community storytelling program of the Ridgefield Historical Society. The group meets for an hour on the third Tuesday of every month to explore a specific topic in Ridgefield’s history through shared conversation. \nEach session is recorded and cataloged in the Historical Society’s archive to preserve these stories for future generations. The program is also streamed live on Facebook and uploaded to our YouTube channel. Everyone is invited\, just bring your curiosity and your love of history. Some attend every month\, while others join when a topic holds special meaning for them. Longtime Ridgefield residents and newcomers alike are welcome. This free program is a wonderful way to connect with others and discover new insights into our town’s heritage.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/ridgefield-history-club-ridgefield-then-and-now-part-ii/
LOCATION:Scott House\, 4 Sunset Lane\, Ridgefield CT\, Scott House\, 4 Sunset Lane\, Ridgefield\, 06877
CATEGORIES:October 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ridgefield Historical Society":MAILTO:info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T200000
DTSTAMP:20260915T201038Z
CREATED:20260915T201038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T201038Z
UID:59559-1792519200-1792526400@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum Explores the Dark History of Body Snatching in Upcoming Halloween Lecture
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of the Halloween season\, the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum will present the lecture\, “Grave Objections: A History of Body Snatching for Science\,” on Tuesday\, Oct. 20\, 2026\, from 6-8 p.m. \nThe presentation will be led by James Henry\, a New York City tour guide and a nine-year veteran docent at Brooklyn’s historic Green-Wood Cemetery. Light refreshments will be served immediately following the presentation. For more information\, pricing\, and ticket sales\, please visit www.lockwoodmathewsmansion.com or call (203) 838-9799. \nThis talk will explore the dark underbelly of medical history and the 100 plus year reign of the body snatchers. Driven by a severe shortage of legal cadavers for medical training\, professional “ghouls” built a lucrative seasonal industry by secretly exhuming fresh corpses from local burial sites. \nThis illicit trade disproportionately targeted marginalized communities\, igniting public fury and violent “anatomy riots\,” including New York City’s massive 1788 uprising. While families fought back with creative defensive measures to protect their dead\, the grim business of body snatching persisted for generations\, until modern anatomy laws and shifting medical practices claimed to shut it down. Or did they? Join us for a thrilling evening of true crime as we find out where all the bodies aren’t buried. \nGuest speaker James Henry is a specialist in New York City cemeteries and burial grounds. He is currently writing and illustrating a novel detailing the global history of body snatching. \nLMMM’s 2026 Lecture Series is sponsored in part by The DiNardo-Aiello Family Fund\, and The Sante Center for Natural Healing. LMMM’s 2026 programs are made possible in part by LMMM’s Season Distinguished Benefactors: The City of Norwalk\, The Maurice Goodman Foundation\, Inc.\, and Lockwood-Mathews Foundation\, Inc.\, LMMM’s Leadership Patrons: Dr. Michele & Attorney Miklos Koleszar and The Sealark Foundation\, Inc.\, and LMMM’s Founding Patrons: The Estate of Mrs. Cynthia Clark Brown. \nThe Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum is a 501(c)(3) organization and National Historic Landmark located at 295 West Avenue in Norwalk\, CT. \nImage Credit: Thomas Rowlandson “Grave-robbers\, with death pictured as a nightwatchman” (1755)\, pen and ink\, with watercolor (Courtesy of The Public Domain Archive\, Wellcome Collection\, England)
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/lockwood-mathews-mansion-museum-explores-the-dark-history-of-body-snatching-in-upcoming-halloween-lecture/
LOCATION:Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum\, 295 West Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06850\, United States
CATEGORIES:October 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260727T153247Z
CREATED:20260727T153247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T153247Z
UID:57596-1792576800-1792584000@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:The Prosecution Rests
DESCRIPTION:From the assassination of President Garfield to the crimes that inspired the movie Arsenic and Old Lace\, Foundation Director Beverly Lucas shares intriguing stories of sensational trials\, tragic crimes\, and even one unsolved mystery\, all of which gripped the imagination of Connecticut residents. \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/the-prosecution-rests/
LOCATION:Cedar Hill Cemetery\, 453 Fairfield Avenue\, Hartford\, CT\, 06114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings,October 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T190000
DTSTAMP:20261014T171507Z
CREATED:20261014T171507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T171507Z
UID:59987-1792605600-1792609200@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Book Voyagers
DESCRIPTION:Join us for “Picture this Cuento\,”a joyful celebration of the many ways people communicate with one another. We will share books that help us learn with pictures\, gestures\, and spoken and written language. For more information or to register\, contact the library at (860) 242-0041 or visit https://bplct.org/ . \n 
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/book-voyagers-7/
LOCATION:Prosser Public Library\, One Tunxis Avenue\, Bloomfield\, CT\, 06002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Voyagers,Family Activity,October 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T190000
DTSTAMP:20261005T141308Z
CREATED:20261005T141308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T141308Z
UID:59834-1792692000-1792695600@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Why We Remember the Founding
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a presentation by a leading scholar of early America about the legacy of the Declaration of Independence. \nIn this talk\, historian Michael D. Hattem asks: why have Americans developed such an emotional connection to the nation’s founding for nearly 250 years? He will discuss the importance of how generations of Americans have told the story of the Revolution\, how politics have shaped how the Revolution has been remembered\, and how Americans have fought over the meanings and legacy of the Revolution for nearly 250 years. In doing so\, he will explain why the American Revolution has had such a unique place in the nation’s politics and culture. \nBe sure to come early before the event to browse our special exhibition\, Rebellious\, which reflects on moments throughout Connecticut history when its people came together\, pushed back\, and sparked change to pursue their own visions of life\, liberty\, and happiness in America. \nThis event is presented in partnership with the Association for the Study of Connecticut History (ASCH) and is free to attend for ASCH members! To learn more about ASCH\, visit their website. \nTICKETS\n$15 General Admission\n$10 Connecticut Museum Members\nFree for Connecticut Museum Member levels $150 and above
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/why-we-remember-the-founding/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth Street\, Hartford\, CT\, 06105\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,October 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:20261024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T113000
DTSTAMP:20261014T171416Z
CREATED:20261014T171416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T171416Z
UID:60002-1792836000-1792841400@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Windsor Historical Society offers historic Palisado Cemetery Tour
DESCRIPTION:Stroll among the headstones with Windsor Historical Society on October 24\, 10:00 am – 11:30 am for their annual cemetery tour. This year’s theme is legacy. \nWindsor is full of legacies\, from Constitutional framer Oliver Ellsworth\, to suffragist Agnes McCormick\, to Windsor Historical Society founder George Crosby. This tour is a celebration of Windsorites throughout history who worked hard to make their home a better place for everyone. \n“This is a tour about the doers\,” says Windsor Historical Society’s program manager\, Heather Lodge\, “The people who saw a need and said ‘How can I help?’. They may not always have the biggest or the fanciest headstones\, but they do have some of the best stories and the longest impact.” \nThe tour takes place rain or shine\, excluding torrential downpour. It starts at Windsor Historical Society and includes a half mile of walking. Please wear comfortable shoes. $10 adult\, $8 member\, $8 student\, children 12 and under free. \nThis program is part of Windsor Historical Society’s WindsorCT250 commemoration activities. For more information\, visit WindsorHistoricalSociety.org or email info@windsorhistoricalsociety.org.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/windsor-historical-society-offers-historic-palisado-cemetery-tour/
LOCATION:Windsor Historical Society\, 96 Palisado Ave\, Windsor\, CT\, 06095\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings,October 2026
ORGANIZER;CN="Windsor Historical Society":MAILTO:info@windsorhistoricalsociety.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T160000
DTSTAMP:20261005T141422Z
CREATED:20261005T141422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T141422Z
UID:59777-1792839600-1792857600@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Día de Muertos Community Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Our FREE\, all ages Día de Muertos Community Celebration returns! Experience the sights and sounds of Día de Muertos/Day of the Dead\, with all-ages arts activities\, mariachi music and Mexican folk dance performances\, food for sale\, face painting\, ofrendas on display\, and much more. \nHosted in partnership with the Spanish Community of Wallingford and Carlos Hernández Chávez. \nTickets required! \nDue to space limitations\, general admission tickets must be reserved in advance. General admission tickets will be offered in two blocks: 11 am – 1:30 pm\, and 1:30 – 4 pm.  Tickets allow entry into the Museum and participation in all on-site activities\, but do not guarantee access to the performances. Reserved performance seats will be offered to ticket-holders upon arrival\, on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nImmerse yourself in cultural tradition\, community\, and creativity. Get free tickets today to reserve your spot! \n___________________________ \n¡Disfrute de las imágenes y sonidos del Día de Muertos\, con actividades para todas las edades\, música de mariachi en vivo\, y bailes del folclor mexicano! \nDebido a las limitaciones de espacio\, las entradas de admisión general también deben reservarse con antelación. Las entradas de admisión general estarán disponibles en dos bloques: de 11:00 a 13:30 y de 13:30 a 16:00. Las entradas de admisión general permiten el acceso al Museo y la participación en todas las actividades\, pero no garantizan el acceso a las actuaciones. Se ofrecerán asientos reservados para las actuaciones a los titulares de entradas a la llegada\, por orden de llegada.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/dia-de-muertos-community-celebration/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth Street\, Hartford\, CT\, 06105\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activity,Family Activity,October 2026,Special Events
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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:20261024T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T183000
DTSTAMP:20260921T171430Z
CREATED:20260921T171430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T171430Z
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SUMMARY:Share The Light - Diwali Celebrations
DESCRIPTION:An evening filled with Diwali themed cultural performances\, Kids crafts\, Henna and food at Gideon Welles School\, 1029 Neipsic Rd\, Glastonbury\, CT 06033
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/share-the-light-diwali-celebrations/
LOCATION:Gideon Welles School\, 1029 Neipsic Rd\, Glastonbury\, CT 06033\, 1029 Neipsic Rd\, Glastonbury\, CT\, 06033\, United States
CATEGORIES:America 250 CT,CTH Funded,October 2026,Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="layavinyasa":MAILTO:layavinyasacompany@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T160000
DTSTAMP:20261006T142651Z
CREATED:20261006T142651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T142651Z
UID:59890-1792933200-1792944000@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:Halloween at the Schoolhouse
DESCRIPTION:There will be treats\, not tricks\, on Sunday\, Oct. 25\, at the Peter Parley/West Lane District Schoolhouse on West Lane. It’s the final Sunday open house of the 2026 season and traditionally we invite visitors to come in costume. \n\nLearn about a prank at the schoolhouse that had lasting consequences for the schoolhouse or read about the hermitess Sarah Bishop\, whom Samuel G. Goodrich (Peter Parley) portrayed in a poem as The Mountain Hag. \nThe West Lane School was established in the mid-18th Century and served the neighborhood until 1915. It is now a small museum of early Ridgefield education\, maintained by the Ridgefield Historical Society. Admission is free on Sunday\, 1 to 4 p.m. \nLast Sundays at the Schoolhouse take place May through October.
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/halloween-at-the-schoolhouse/
LOCATION:Peter Parley/West Lane District Schoolhouse\, West Lane at South Salem Road\, Ridgefield\, 06877
CATEGORIES:Activity,Exhibitions, Tours & Openings,October 2026,Special Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ridgefield Historical Society":MAILTO:info@ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T173000
DTSTAMP:20261014T171126Z
CREATED:20261014T171126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T171126Z
UID:60009-1793030400-1793035800@cthumanities.org
SUMMARY:CT Center for the Book
DESCRIPTION:Join Connecticut author Ethan Rutherford to discuss his book “North Sun\, Or The Voyage of the Whaleship Esther.” A finalist for the 2025 National Book Award and our state’s featured title for the 2026 National Book Festival\, “North Sun” is a tale of adventure and endurance set in the waning days of the American whaling industry. Mr. Rutherford will speak about his inspiration and research\, read from his book and take questions. For more information please call (860) 529-7656\, or visit https://www.wethersfieldhistory.org/
URL:https://cthumanities.org/event/ct-center-for-the-book-3/
LOCATION:Wethersfield Historical Society\, 105 Main Street\, Wethersfield\, 06109
CATEGORIES:October 2026,Talks, Lectures, Presentations,Written & Spoken Word
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