“BREAD VIRTUALLY INVENTED soft rock in the early Seventies, and the group’s biggest hits — ‘Make It With You,’ ‘If,’ ‘Baby I’m-a Want You’ and ‘Everything I Own’ — remain staples on lite-rock radio.”– Rolling Stone

Over their career, Bread scored 13 hits on Billboard’s Top 100!! The two surviving members of Bread (David Gates & Robb Royer) are happily retired and enjoying their time with family and the fruits of their musical careers. Enter TOAST – The Ultimate Bread Experience who does everything possible to keep the legacy of Bread alive.

With a surprising fidelity rarely heard from a live tribute band, their sound is often described as “spot on” to the original recordings. Audiences everywhere rave about closely their live performances sound like the cherished records they listened to back in the day.

TOAST takes the audience on a journey back in time, engaging a spectrum of emotions; from the tender moments that tug on the heartstrings to the upbeat classics that compel them to jump out of their seats and dance. And when combined with truly timeless music, this concert has “risen” to the top as one of the absolute favorites of audiences everywhere!

Make It With You – Sweet Surrender – Baby I’m-a Want You – It Don’t Matter to Me – Everything I Own – Diary – Guitar Man – Lost Without Your Love – Hooked On You – Aubrey – If – Mother Freedom

…and so many more!

Hop aboard the Thames River Heritage Park's open-air, navy utility boat to experience the Thames River and discover the Park's 20+ heritage sites in both New London and Groton.

The Harbor Cruise starts at Fort Trumbull State Park, skips over to City Pier in Downtown New London, cruises across the river to Thames Landing in Groton and back around to Fort Trumbull.

Personalize your trip around visiting heritage sites, state parks, restaurants, or shopping! Well-behaved dogs and bicycles are welcomed on board.

Departure Sites:

- Fort Trumbull State Park in New London on the hour

- City Pier, New London 20 minutes after the hour

- Thames River Landing in Groton 40 minutes after the hour

Harbor Cruise Info:

- Your ticket is an All-Day Pass! Hop-on and off at your leisure at any landing site, as many times as you would like

- OR Sit back and relax to enjoy the one-hour loop

- Each cruise between sites is 15-minutes long

- Book online or in-person | Children 3 and under ride FREE

- Saturday & Sunday through September 7th | 11:00AM – 6:00PM

Anchor of Hope

Compassionate care when you need it the most

Anchor of Hope is a life-affirming pregnancy center dedicated to serving women, men, and families facing unplanned pregnancies. We provide free and confidential services including pregnancy tests, limited ultrasounds, options counseling, parenting support, and material resources. With compassion at the core of everything we do, Anchor of Hope walks alongside clients with grace, truth, and hope—empowering them to make informed decisions and build strong futures.

Mike Donehey:

Mike Donehey has seen his fair share of the unexpected. Following a potentially fatal car crash as a teen, Mike learned to play the guitar while still in bed recovering from his injuries. Learning the guitar quickly gave birth to songwriting, and that songwriting soon led to the formation of a band.

That band, Tenth Avenue North, became one of the most loved and successful artists in Christian music. At the beginning of 2020, despite widespread notoriety and a devout following, Tenth Avenue North’s members began to sense they each had their own unexpected and unique roads to follow. Mike seized this opportunity, reveling in the excitement to expand as a storyteller, communicator, and thought instigator wherever his voice could be heard.

Mike’s acclaimed book, Finding God’s Life for My Will, was an immediate best-seller. Mike’s newest book, Grace In The Gray, reveals a four-stage process to help people in relationships, professional settings, and social situations discover how to focus on the person before them more than the argument set against them.

Perhaps most exciting has been Mike’s writing and producing new music. His acclaimed solo album Flourish is just the beginning of the flow of new music coming our way.

The unexpected has a way of disrupting our lives in ways we might not have ever chosen. For Mike, learning to embrace the unexpected has been the very thing that continues to bring encouraging and soul-healing art. Looking forward, Mike is trusting to be led in any way that will allow him to continue to serve and inspire.

Matt Hammitt:

Matt Hammitt is a singer, songwriter, author, and speaker. Matt was the lead singer for the band Sanctus Real from 1996-2016. He has been the recipient of three Dove Awards and has been nominated for two Grammy Awards for his work with Sanctus Real. Matt has written over fifteen chart topping songs, performed by Sanctus Real and other musical artists.

An Ohio native, Matt now lives in Nashville with his wife, Sarah, and their four children. Passion for family is what led him to step away from Sanctus Real in 2016, to spend more time at home. Matt details this difficult transition in his book Lead Me: Finding Courage to Fight for Your Marriage, Children, and Faith. Matt holds nothing back in this unfiltered story of his life, so far.

In 2022, the Hammitts released a documentary called Bowen’s Heart. This feature length documentary film follows (then) eight-year-old Bowen Hammitt through his third major open heart surgery, his family caught in the tension between hoping the surgery will make his life better and knowing it could make things much worse

Hop aboard the Thames River Heritage Park's open-air, navy utility boat to experience the Thames River and discover the Park's 20+ heritage sites in both New London and Groton.

The Harbor Cruise starts at Fort Trumbull State Park, skips over to City Pier in Downtown New London, cruises across the river to Thames Landing in Groton and back around to Fort Trumbull.

Personalize your trip around visiting heritage sites, state parks, restaurants, or shopping! Well-behaved dogs and bicycles are welcomed on board.

Departure Sites:

- Fort Trumbull State Park in New London on the hour

- City Pier, New London 20 minutes after the hour

- Thames River Landing in Groton 40 minutes after the hour

Harbor Cruise Info:

- Your ticket is an All-Day Pass! Hop-on and off at your leisure at any landing site, as many times as you would like

- OR Sit back and relax to enjoy the one-hour loop

- Each cruise between sites is 15-minutes long

- Book online or in-person | Children 3 and under ride FREE

- Saturday & Sunday through September 7th | 11:00AM – 6:00PM

Hop aboard the Thames River Heritage Park's open-air, navy utility boat to experience the Thames River and discover the Park's 20+ heritage sites in both New London and Groton.

The Harbor Cruise starts at Fort Trumbull State Park, skips over to City Pier in Downtown New London, cruises across the river to Thames Landing in Groton and back around to Fort Trumbull.

Personalize your trip around visiting heritage sites, state parks, restaurants, or shopping! Well-behaved dogs and bicycles are welcomed on board.

Departure Sites:

- Fort Trumbull State Park in New London on the hour

- City Pier, New London 20 minutes after the hour

- Thames River Landing in Groton 40 minutes after the hour

Harbor Cruise Info:

- Your ticket is an All-Day Pass! Hop-on and off at your leisure at any landing site, as many times as you would like

- OR Sit back and relax to enjoy the one-hour loop

- Each cruise between sites is 15-minutes long

- Book online or in-person | Children 3 and under ride FREE

- Saturday & Sunday through September 7th | 11:00AM – 6:00PM

This beginner-friendly class is an introduction to the relief process, the technique used in the oldest forms of printmaking. By creating a single-color linocut print, you will learn the basics of relief printing. We will explore types of carving blocks, inks, and papers, and you will learn how to prepare your carving block, transfer your design, and carve and ink the block. You will make several prints, both by hand printing and using the printing press. (After this class, members will be certified to use the press for relief printing.)

Please read through the relief printing handout (found here) before class, and bring a simple design no larger than 5x8 inches. A good beginner design has a bold image, thick lines, and no fine details. Keeping it simple will help you avoid frustration and allow you to focus on the fundamentals of printmaking. You can find some great ideas by searching for free black and white vector art. Several design options will also be available to choose from in class.

Certification for Members: Printing Press Members who demonstrate proper use of the printing press can be certified for independent access to the tool.

Thanks to generous donations from The Frank Loomis Palmer Foundation, prices of our certification classes are greatly reduced.

Get your tickets today!

Ages: 15+

Please note that the class fee is non-refundable. Plan accordingly.

We regret to share that all of Dave Mason’s 2025 tour dates have been canceled, including our show, due to ongoing health issues.

We wish him a full and speedy recovery, and we thank you for your understanding.

If you have any concerns, questions or need assistance, please contact our Box Office at 860-444-7373 ext. 1 Tuesday through Friday from 10 am to 5 pm or email us at boxoffice@gardearts.org.

Hop aboard the Thames River Heritage Park's open-air, navy utility boat to experience the Thames River and discover the Park's 20+ heritage sites in both New London and Groton.

The Harbor Cruise starts at Fort Trumbull State Park, skips over to City Pier in Downtown New London, cruises across the river to Thames Landing in Groton and back around to Fort Trumbull.

Personalize your trip around visiting heritage sites, state parks, restaurants, or shopping! Well-behaved dogs and bicycles are welcomed on board.

Departure Sites:

- Fort Trumbull State Park in New London on the hour

- City Pier, New London 20 minutes after the hour

- Thames River Landing in Groton 40 minutes after the hour

Harbor Cruise Info:

- Your ticket is an All-Day Pass! Hop-on and off at your leisure at any landing site, as many times as you would like

- OR Sit back and relax to enjoy the one-hour loop

- Each cruise between sites is 15-minutes long

- Book online or in-person | Children 3 and under ride FREE

- Saturday & Sunday through September 7th | 11:00AM – 6:00PM

Join the Lyman Allyn Art Museum for a virtual discussion to explore China from China with collectors H. Richard Dietrich III and Edward Tiedemann, in partnership with Lyman Allyn curator Tanya Pohrt.

A collaboration between the Lyman Allyn and the Dietrich American Foundation, China from China showcases the Dietrich collection of Chinese export porcelain and paintings, a portion of which was exhibited at the Chinese American Museum in Washington, D.C. in 2022. Expanding on this material, the exhibition also features objects from the Lyman Allyn’s own collection and loans from Edward Tiedemann and other regional public and private collections.

Wednesday, August 20, 6:00 pm

Virtual Conversation: Register here on Zoom

Free

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/3BqVleC7QDKoIafoDUwF9A

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Image: Lam Qua (Chinese, 1801–1860), A Hong Merchant, ca. 1835–40, oil on canvas in the original Chinese gilded frame, 28 7/8 x 21 ¾ inches, Collection of Ginger H. and H. Richard Dietrich III.

Hop aboard the Thames River Heritage Park's open-air, navy utility boat to experience the Thames River and discover the Park's 20+ heritage sites in both New London and Groton.

The Harbor Cruise starts at Fort Trumbull State Park, skips over to City Pier in Downtown New London, cruises across the river to Thames Landing in Groton and back around to Fort Trumbull.

Personalize your trip around visiting heritage sites, state parks, restaurants, or shopping! Well-behaved dogs and bicycles are welcomed on board.

Departure Sites:

- Fort Trumbull State Park in New London on the hour

- City Pier, New London 20 minutes after the hour

- Thames River Landing in Groton 40 minutes after the hour

Harbor Cruise Info:

- Your ticket is an All-Day Pass! Hop-on and off at your leisure at any landing site, as many times as you would like

- OR Sit back and relax to enjoy the one-hour loop

- Each cruise between sites is 15-minutes long

- Book online or in-person | Children 3 and under ride FREE

- Saturday & Sunday through September 7th | 11:00AM – 6:00PM

Students must have a basic knowledge of crochet stitches. They need to know how to chain stitch, slip stitch, and single crochet.

Ever wanted to make an amigurumi?

Then this class is for you!

Amigurumi is the Japanese art of knitting or crocheting small, stuffed yarn creatures.

Join us to learn how to work in a magic ring, increase and decrease stitched, change colors and attach different piece to your main body. Students will leave with a finished crochet bee.

Ages 16+

All materials will be provided.

Get Tickets Today! Class Fee is non-refundable. Please plan accordingly.

Ahoy there, mateys! Embrace the legend of Captain Kidd and the joy of pirate play. Don your pirate attire and gather with us at Parade Plaza by the Pirate Ship for a delightful photo session. Mingle with the swashbuckling crew, enjoy a shanty or two, and engage in conversations about seeking hidden treasures as we unveil hints on the exciting New London Pirate Adventure Map.

Ahoy, me hearties! The boisterous Bawdy Buccaneers are charting a course for the New London Pirate Festival on August 17th, right at Parade Plaza!

Embark on a musical voyage with Captain Lance D. Boyle of the Picaroon Princess and his trusty First Mate & "Cruise Director," Truly Scrumptious. They'll dock their vessel, The Picaroon Princess, at New London Parade Plaza, ready to welcome fellow pirates. Join in the merry exchange of tales and treasures, raise a chorus of beloved pirate melodies, or even learn a fresh tune or two.

Join the fun at the Parade Plaza!

6:30 PM**: Kids are invited to show off their best pirate costumes in our "Dress Like a Pirate" contest.

8:00 PM**: Adults can strut their stuff in the Pirate Pageant, also at the Parade Plaza.

Don't miss out on the swashbuckling excitement!

Hop aboard the Thames River Heritage Park's open-air, navy utility boat to experience the Thames River and discover the Park's 20+ heritage sites in both New London and Groton.

The Harbor Cruise starts at Fort Trumbull State Park, skips over to City Pier in Downtown New London, cruises across the river to Thames Landing in Groton and back around to Fort Trumbull.

Personalize your trip around visiting heritage sites, state parks, restaurants, or shopping! Well-behaved dogs and bicycles are welcomed on board.

Departure Sites:

- Fort Trumbull State Park in New London on the hour

- City Pier, New London 20 minutes after the hour

- Thames River Landing in Groton 40 minutes after the hour

Harbor Cruise Info:

- Your ticket is an All-Day Pass! Hop-on and off at your leisure at any landing site, as many times as you would like

- OR Sit back and relax to enjoy the one-hour loop

- Each cruise between sites is 15-minutes long

- Book online or in-person | Children 3 and under ride FREE

- Saturday & Sunday through September 7th | 11:00AM – 6:00PM

You will learn Parametric CAD basics in this class. Enjoy learning to design a 3D object! This class will take you through the basics of using Onshape CAD software.

Specific topics covered in the class:

• Basic 2D sketching with constraints
• Extrude
• Revolve
• Loft
• Solid boolean operations (union, subtract difference)

Don't worry if you don't know these terms; this is a fun entry-level class! We'll teach you the lingo.

Each student must bring a laptop computer running modern Windows, Linux, or Mac OS and a real mouse. Doing CAD with a touchpad is next to impossible. Students must have Google Chrome browser installed.

This class is intended for students ages 16+

Get Tickets Today! The class Fee is non-refundable. Please plan accordingly.

Hop aboard the Thames River Heritage Park's open-air, navy utility boat to experience the Thames River and discover the Park's 20+ heritage sites in both New London and Groton.

The Harbor Cruise starts at Fort Trumbull State Park, skips over to City Pier in Downtown New London, cruises across the river to Thames Landing in Groton and back around to Fort Trumbull.

Personalize your trip around visiting heritage sites, state parks, restaurants, or shopping! Well-behaved dogs and bicycles are welcomed on board.

Departure Sites:

- Fort Trumbull State Park in New London on the hour

- City Pier, New London 20 minutes after the hour

- Thames River Landing in Groton 40 minutes after the hour

Harbor Cruise Info:

- Your ticket is an All-Day Pass! Hop-on and off at your leisure at any landing site, as many times as you would like

- OR Sit back and relax to enjoy the one-hour loop

- Each cruise between sites is 15-minutes long

- Book online or in-person | Children 3 and under ride FREE

- Saturday & Sunday through September 7th | 11:00AM – 6:00PM

The Haitian Community Center of Greater Norwich

is pleased to present Harmony for Hope—an inspiring evening of Haitian music and cultural celebration. This special event will feature talented and distinguished artists performing kompa and other traditional Haitian music, highlighting the rich musical heritage of Haiti and its power to bring communities together. The concert promises to be a vibrant and memorable experience, blending energetic rhythms, soulful melodies, and heartfelt messages that reflect the values of hope, unity, and cultural pride.

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KAÏ – The Haitian kompa music group formed by lead singer Richard Cavé is widely recognized for its influential sound and international tours. Cavé is best known for his work with the kompa group CARIMI.  KAÏ, which means house in Haitian-Creole (but is spelled kay) was inspired both by the place Cavé embarked on his rebirth and its Japanese translation, which means “restoration and strength,”

KATHIANNA – Kathianna Celestin is a Haitian native mixed ethnicity. At a tender age of 5 she came to the USA to live in Brooklyn, NY. She then relocated to New London, Connecticut where she started her roots of singing. Her diversity will change the world with her vocal abilities and style for years to come.

Ricky Alan Draughn might be new on the Smooth Jazz artist radar, but he’s been rated one of the hottest cutting-edge artists on the East Coast by virtue of his global performances.

SPONSORED BY:

Norwich Public Utilities, Mohegan Sun, Centreville Bank, United Community Family Services, Chelsea Groton Bank, Big Night Big Love, Sign Professionals, Jeremiah & Virginia Lowney Family Foundation

The Haitian Community Center of Greater Norwich Inc. vision is to ensure that all youth, families, individuals, and seniors have access to the services and support they need to thrive. Our mission is to minister to those in need by providing education, training, cultural activities and support services they need to succeed.

Our strategic directives include: 

• Targeted programming and activities to support Haitian-Americans living in Connecticut. This is a growing population that is underserved and lacks access and awareness of resources and support to fully participate and become active members of the community.
• Provide education, training, and basic needs services, and create culturally welcoming activities for all community members to participate.
• Support the educational and professional developmental needs of our children, youth and young adults.
• Support seniors and family members by providing resources to support their health and well-being.

We are committed to providing the highest quality of services, being good stewards of our resources, leading with grace and compassion, and upholding a high level of professionalism, integrity, and excellence.

Creating Meaningful Impact

The Haitian Community Center of Greater Norwich (HCC) comprises of a dedicated group of volunteers working to support low-income families and individuals living in Connecticut with targeted programming for Haitian Americans. Our mission serves as our North Star—to minister to those in need by providing education, training, cultural activities, and support services they need to succeed.

Hop aboard the Thames River Heritage Park's open-air, navy utility boat to experience the Thames River and discover the Park's 20+ heritage sites in both New London and Groton.

The Harbor Cruise starts at Fort Trumbull State Park, skips over to City Pier in Downtown New London, cruises across the river to Thames Landing in Groton and back around to Fort Trumbull.

Personalize your trip around visiting heritage sites, state parks, restaurants, or shopping! Well-behaved dogs and bicycles are welcomed on board.

Departure Sites:

- Fort Trumbull State Park in New London on the hour

- City Pier, New London 20 minutes after the hour

- Thames River Landing in Groton 40 minutes after the hour

Harbor Cruise Info:

- Your ticket is an All-Day Pass! Hop-on and off at your leisure at any landing site, as many times as you would like

- OR Sit back and relax to enjoy the one-hour loop

- Each cruise between sites is 15-minutes long

- Book online or in-person | Children 3 and under ride FREE

- Saturday & Sunday through September 7th | 11:00AM – 6:00PM

Hop aboard the Thames River Heritage Park's open-air, navy utility boat to experience the Thames River and discover the Park's 20+ heritage sites in both New London and Groton.

The Harbor Cruise starts at Fort Trumbull State Park, skips over to City Pier in Downtown New London, cruises across the river to Thames Landing in Groton and back around to Fort Trumbull.

Personalize your trip around visiting heritage sites, state parks, restaurants, or shopping! Well-behaved dogs and bicycles are welcomed on board.

Departure Sites:

- Fort Trumbull State Park in New London on the hour

- City Pier, New London 20 minutes after the hour

- Thames River Landing in Groton 40 minutes after the hour

Harbor Cruise Info:

- Your ticket is an All-Day Pass! Hop-on and off at your leisure at any landing site, as many times as you would like

- OR Sit back and relax to enjoy the one-hour loop

- Each cruise between sites is 15-minutes long

- Book online or in-person | Children 3 and under ride FREE

- Saturday & Sunday through September 7th | 11:00AM – 6:00PM

Hop aboard the Thames River Heritage Park's open-air, navy utility boat to experience the Thames River and discover the Park's 20+ heritage sites in both New London and Groton.

The Harbor Cruise starts at Fort Trumbull State Park, skips over to City Pier in Downtown New London, cruises across the river to Thames Landing in Groton and back around to Fort Trumbull.

Personalize your trip around visiting heritage sites, state parks, restaurants, or shopping! Well-behaved dogs and bicycles are welcomed on board.

Departure Sites:

- Fort Trumbull State Park in New London on the hour

- City Pier, New London 20 minutes after the hour

- Thames River Landing in Groton 40 minutes after the hour

Harbor Cruise Info:

- Your ticket is an All-Day Pass! Hop-on and off at your leisure at any landing site, as many times as you would like

- OR Sit back and relax to enjoy the one-hour loop

- Each cruise between sites is 15-minutes long

- Book online or in-person | Children 3 and under ride FREE

- Saturday & Sunday through September 7th | 11:00AM – 6:00PM

Newly restored in 4K to coincide with its 40th anniversary, the 1984 film was directed by renowned filmmaker Jonathan Demme and is considered by critics as the greatest concert film of all time. Starring band members David Byrne, Chris Frantz, Jerry Harrison and Tina Weymouth (along with their incredible touring musicians), the live performance was shot at Hollywood’s Pantages Theater and features Talking Heads’ most memorable songs.

This live event features a public screening of the re-release and hosted by co-star Jerry Harrison who will deliver introductory remarks, post screening comments and audience Q&A.

This beginner-friendly class is an introduction to the relief process, the technique used in the oldest forms of printmaking. By creating a single-color linocut print, you will learn the basics of relief printing. We will explore types of carving blocks, inks, and papers, and you will learn how to prepare your carving block, transfer your design, and carve and ink the block. You will make several prints, both by hand printing and using the printing press. (After this class, members will be certified to use the press for relief printing.)

Please read through the relief printing handout (found here) before class, and bring a simple design no larger than 5x8 inches. A good beginner design has a bold image, thick lines, and no fine details. Keeping it simple will help you avoid frustration and allow you to focus on the fundamentals of printmaking. You can find some great ideas by searching for free black and white vector art. Several design options will also be available to choose from in class.

Certification for Members: Printing Press Members who demonstrate proper use of the printing press can be certified for independent access to the tool.

Thanks to generous donations from The Frank Loomis Palmer Foundation, prices of our certification classes are greatly reduced.

Get your tickets today!

Ages: 15+

Please note that the class fee is non-refundable. Plan accordingly.

JESUS “AGUAJE” RAMOS (born 1951) is a Cuban trombonist,composer, arranger and musical director. He is best known as the original orchestra leader, composer and trombonist of The Buena Vista Social Club. He has also served long stints in world class ensembles Estrellas de Areito and Afro-Cuban Allstars. His musical journey and history is brought into focus throughout the critically acclaimed 1999 documentary “Buena Vista Social Club”

Ramos performed on the World Circuit recordings of The Buena Vista Social Club and Afro-Cuban Allstars and the solo albums of Ibrahim Ferrer, Ruben Gonzales and Omara Portuondo. He was Gonzales’s musical director and has been touring extensively since 1997 with various Buena Vista Social Club projects. He was a prominent member and musical director of the renowned Orquesta Buena Vista Social Club, which brought the music of the original Buena Vista Social Club back into international prominence during the incredibly successful ‘Adios’ Tour from 2014-2016.

The Buena Vista Orchestra, under the direction of Ramos and featuring key players from throughout the history of The Buena Vista Social Club, continued the legacy of the legendary group in 2024 with an exciting new stage production and repertoire pulled from the greatest hits (many of which Ramos composed) and deep-dive cuts. The group embarked on a massive tour across the USA starting in September 2024, spending 3 months on the road and playing for thousands of fans new and old. Their adventure culminated in the release of USA TOUR 2024 – 12 LIVE RECORDINGS on SSK Records, the first time in decades the group’s music will be available on CD and vinyl

Ramos is joined on the 2025 international tour to Canada, The United Kingdom, The EU, Brazil and beyond by an all star ensemble including original BVSC members “Betun” Luis Mariano Valiente Marin (Congas, Bongo) and Fabían Garcia (Bass).

To date, The Buena Vista Social Club and related projects have global sales that stand at over fifty million, making it the biggest-selling Cuban music project in history. As one critic put it, Buena Vista has become “world music’s equivalent of The Dark Side of the Moon.”

THE BUENA VISTA ORCHESTRA 2025

JESUS “AGUAJE” RAMOS – Trombone, Vocals

LORENA RAMOS DIAZ – Trombone, Vocals

GEIDY CHAPMAN – Vocals

YURI TEJADA RODRIGUEZ – Vocals

AMAURY TAMAYO – Trumpet, Vocals

ANDY ABAD ACOSTA – Piano

FABIAN GARCIA – Bass

ANTONIO RUBIO BORAYO – Timbal, Percussion

LUIS “BETUN” MARIANO VALIENTE MARIN – Congas, Bongo

MAIKEL OCHAO – Tres

Join us Wednesday, October 8th from 5:00 until 8:30 for a Signature New London Event!

The Downtown New London Assoc brings back a popular tradition of celebrating New London at its Annual Fall Food Stroll. Participants experience a vibrant downtown New London filled with people, music, good cheer and welcoming businesses.

Stroll through different restaurants, shops, arts and cultural institutions in downtown New London. Bite-size samples of dishes or drinks that range from seafood to sweets, organic to ethnic and everything in between at the District's finest eateries are yours with an advanced purchased wristbands as your ticket to taste! Premiere local talent will perform along the stroll route.

Do not hesitate to get your wristbands early - and save! We only have limited wristbands available.

All purchases are final. Rain or Shine Event. No Refunds.

• Advanced purchased
• Adult
• Military & Student must show ID upon Wristbands pickup at the office.
• Group 6+
• (for group purchases contact Downtown New London Assoc 860.443-3786 or bjneff1369@sbcglobal.net)

You will pick up your wristbands at Neff Productions Office - 2 State St, New London, CT -Call to arrange pickup 860-443-3786

The Ultimate Elvis Concert is an unrivaled multimedia production of The King of Rock n’ Roll’s Career! Starring Internationally Acclaimed Ultimate Elvis Champion Cote Deonath backed by The Infinit-E Tribute Band.

Get ready for a brand-new, high-energy show that will keep you on the edge of your seat! Travel through the key moments of Elvis Presley’s legendary career with exciting multiple costume changes — you’ll be guessing what’s coming next!

Feel the raw electricity of the 1950s when Elvis first shook the world, relive the iconic 1968 Comeback Special in black leather, experience the glitz and glamour of his record-breaking Vegas years, and witness the magic of the Aloha from Hawaii broadcast in the famous American Eagle jumpsuit.

For more than 43 years, Elvis has been gone — but his music and spirit live on. Cote brings the ultimate tribute to life with incredible attention to detail, from the voice and moves to the very rings Presley wore. This is the most authentic Elvis tribute you’ll ever see — and it’s a show you don’t want to miss!

Long before Bridgerton broke the Netflix algorithm, Vitamin String Quartet (VSQ) had helped establish classical crossover as a genuine force in contemporary music. Fresh off high-profile placements in Seasons 1 and 2 of the aforementioned streaming smash, VSQ has “reached a mainstream, global audience” (Variety) and “charmed the world with their classical covers” (Nylon). New York Observer wrote, “VSQ’s atmospheric hits have made classical versions of pop music cool.”

On their latest tour, VSQ have created fresh arrangements of the cultural phenomenon that is Taylor Swift, performing spellbinding and innovative renditions of Swift’s music, alongside familiar hits from Billie Eilish, BTS, Bridgerton, The Weeknd to Daft Punk.

VSQ are one of the most popular string ensembles in the world with over 2 billion streams and seven albums charting on both Billboard Classical and Classical Crossover charts.

Celebrate Halloween at New London Waterfront Park: Halloween Town Event on Friday, October 17th from 6pm to 8pm

The City of New London, in collaboration with the Downtown New London Association, invites families to immerse themselves in a spooktacular Halloween experience at Halloween Town, an event set to take place on Friday, October 17th from 6pm to 8pm at the spooky New London Waterfront Park.

Halloween Town promises an enchanting evening of frightful delights and ghoulish fun for all ages. Attendees can look forward to an array of exciting activities:

Trick or Treating for Families: Children and parents alike will have the opportunity to stroll the waterfront, collecting sweet treats and enjoying the festive atmosphere.

Costume Contest: A Costume Contest for ages Pre-K to 5th grade will take place at City Pier at 7:00 pm. Show off your creative costumes and stand a chance to win amazing prizes. This event is proudly sponsored by K-Hits 100.9 FM.

Roaming Entertainment: The event will feature lively roaming entertainment by Justine Nicole Entertainment, adding an extra dose of excitement and thrills to the Halloween festivities.

New London Fire Department Safety Trailer: The New London Fire Department will have a safety trailer on-site, providing valuable safety tips and information to ensure a secure and enjoyable Halloween experience.

Performance by Luis Pabon Dance Arts Centre: Enjoy a captivating performance by the talented dancers from Luis Pabon Dance Arts Centre, showcasing their artistry and adding a touch of grace to the Halloween celebration.

Join us at Halloween Town for a night of spooktacular entertainment and community spirit in the heart of New London. Let's come together and make this Halloween a memorable and safe celebration.

This beginner-friendly class is an introduction to the relief process, the technique used in the oldest forms of printmaking. By creating a single-color linocut print, you will learn the basics of relief printing. We will explore types of carving blocks, inks, and papers, and you will learn how to prepare your carving block, transfer your design, and carve and ink the block. You will make several prints, both by hand printing and using the printing press. (After this class, members will be certified to use the press for relief printing.)

Please read through the relief printing handout (found here) before class, and bring a simple design no larger than 5x8 inches. A good beginner design has a bold image, thick lines, and no fine details. Keeping it simple will help you avoid frustration and allow you to focus on the fundamentals of printmaking. You can find some great ideas by searching for free black and white vector art. Several design options will also be available to choose from in class.

Certification for Members: Printing Press Members who demonstrate proper use of the printing press can be certified for independent access to the tool.

Thanks to generous donations from The Frank Loomis Palmer Foundation, prices of our certification classes are greatly reduced.

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Ages: 15+

Please note that the class fee is non-refundable. Plan accordingly.

HOCUS POCUS LIVE !!!

The original production from the zany and creative mind of Summer Orlando!!! A full length theatrical musical parody production based on the cult classic Disney film. A tribute production like no other filled with hilarious comedy, special effects, live singing, magic and surprises.

BEWITCHING ALL AGE FRIENDLY SHOW Featuring fantastic character look-alikes including New England’s #1 live singing Winifred Sanderson Impersonator Summer Orlando as seen in Disney’s “Hocus Pocus 2”!!!!. This show includes some of the most memorable characters and scenes from the Halloween cult classic. Come in costume dressed as your favorite Sanderson sister for a chance to win some fabulous prizes.

“It’s a Sanderson Sister takeover that’s sure to put a spell on you.”

When asked “Why Hocus Pocus?”: Creator and director Summer Orlando said: “Hocus Pocus is a cult classic Disney phenomenon which is celebrating 31 years this year. It’s the go to Halloween movie for an entire generation AND has a huge LGBTQIA+ following thanks to the divine Bette Midler; its campy and its fun. Add some of our special brand of magic and you got yourself the #1 Halloween show to see this year.”

If you think you’ve seen Hocus Pocus, you’ve never seen it like this!

COME SEE THE WITCHES FLY LIVE ON STAGE!!!

Now in its 8th year of sold-out performances. This production has been performed for over 5000 people. HOCUS POCUS LIVE!!! has been given the stamp of approval by 5 original Cast members from the film including Kathy Najimy (Mary Sanderson),  Jordan Redmond (original angel), and Bette Midlerherself, who says our Winifred looks just like her.

*We do not represent any licensed characters

This show is a Parody and Tribute and in no way Affiliated to The Disney Company in any way.

HOCUS POCUS LIVE !!!

The original production from the zany and creative mind of Summer Orlando!!! A full length theatrical musical parody production based on the cult classic Disney film. A tribute production like no other filled with hilarious comedy, special effects, live singing, magic and surprises.

BEWITCHING ALL AGE FRIENDLY SHOW Featuring fantastic character look-alikes including New England’s #1 live singing Winifred Sanderson Impersonator Summer Orlando as seen in Disney’s “Hocus Pocus 2”!!!!. This show includes some of the most memorable characters and scenes from the Halloween cult classic. Come in costume dressed as your favorite Sanderson sister for a chance to win some fabulous prizes.

“It’s a Sanderson Sister takeover that’s sure to put a spell on you.”

When asked “Why Hocus Pocus?”: Creator and director Summer Orlando said: “Hocus Pocus is a cult classic Disney phenomenon which is celebrating 31 years this year. It’s the go to Halloween movie for an entire generation AND has a huge LGBTQIA+ following thanks to the divine Bette Midler; its campy and its fun. Add some of our special brand of magic and you got yourself the #1 Halloween show to see this year.”

If you think you’ve seen Hocus Pocus, you’ve never seen it like this!

COME SEE THE WITCHES FLY LIVE ON STAGE!!!

Now in its 8th year of sold-out performances. This production has been performed for over 5000 people. HOCUS POCUS LIVE!!! has been given the stamp of approval by 5 original Cast members from the film including Kathy Najimy (Mary Sanderson),  Jordan Redmond (original angel), and Bette Midlerherself, who says our Winifred looks just like her.

*We do not represent any licensed characters

This show is a Parody and Tribute and in no way Affiliated to The Disney Company in any way.