On Thursday, May 15th  at 5 pm the David M. Hunt Library will present a screening of the film “Uprooting Addiction”, an important, locally-produced film about trauma, addiction and recovery. May is Mental Health Awareness Month. The film will be followed by a panel discussion with the film’s producer and local organizations working to address the Opioid crisis in our community. The film is recommended for ages 12 and up. This event is sponsored by Greenwoods Counseling and the Regional Opioid Response Fund. Refreshments will be offered. 

Presented by Tim Maurer

Take your faith to new levels: live more appreciatively of God’s intimate love and many GIFTs; live a more on-fire, TRANSFORMATIVE faith. Be inspired by testimonies of God gifting people in amazing ways and by examples of God’s people transforming the world with their gifts. Find more JOY, purpose, meaning and impact living through the faith pillars of GIFT and TRANSFORMATION. Regard the love of Jesus and Mary more profoundly and JOY-fully.

Lunch is included.

Presented by Karrie Kirchner

Have you ever opened a drawer and found a set of old rosary beads? Maybe when you were a kid, poking around in your grandmother’s or auntie’s things… tucked in a jewelry box or at the bottom of a purse. I remember holding them in my hands, not really knowing what they were for, but feeling something. A wonder. A kind of quiet pull.

Even now, I help people clean out rooms and reorganize closets, and these beads—these “roses”—keep showing up. And the interesting thing? It’s not just the devout. I find them in the homes of people who would never call themselves religious. So what is it about the rosary that lingers?

Why can’t we quite let go of it?

And maybe more importantly—why does it keep calling us back?

In this one-day circle, we’ll be gathering at the beautiful Wisdom House in Litchfield to explore The Way of the Rose: The Radical Path of the Divine Feminine Hidden in the Rosary by Clark Strand and Perdita Finn. We’ll sit in conversation, wonder together, share stories, and open ourselves to what the ancient rhythm of these beads might be saying to us now.

You don’t need to have a rosary practice. You don’t need to be Catholic or religious or know anything more than the feeling that there’s something deeper here.

This isn’t a lecture. It’s a gathering of hearts.

Bring your curiosity, your questions, your stories, and—if you have them—your beads.

Let’s see what blooms on this path of the rose.

Lunch is included.

Charm casting is a divination ritual that draws on traditions present in many different cultures for thousands of years. Pairing charm casting with Tarot adds a unique element to a reading, provides insight and clarity in various aspects of your life and helps you determine the best actions to take as you navigate your life's path.

Meet Patti in this short video

Tarot and Astrology Sessions are ONE ON ONE ONLY.

You may record the Session on your phone.

Puppy Yoga with Aussie Doodle and Toy Aussie Puppies is finally here! Join us at Camp Cochipianee for a paws-itively fun event where you can downward dog with adorable fluffy companions. These cute pups will melt your heart as you strike a pose and find your zen. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to de-stress and cuddle with some furry friends. Book your spot now and get ready for a tail-wagging good time!

📅 Date: Saturday, May 17th, 2025
🕑 Time: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: Camp Cochipianee, 291 Beach St, Goshen, CT
🎟️ Tickets: Ctpuppyyoga.com

🐾 Join us for the most adorable yoga class ever! 🐾

Get ready to flow, stretch, and cuddle with Aussie Doodle and Toy Aussie puppies from Litchfield Perfect Pup—all looking for their forever homes!

This beginner-friendly yoga class is designed to help you unwind, de-stress, and connect with playful pups who will be roaming, snuggling, and bringing all the joy. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just coming for the puppy love, this event is for you!

What’s Included?

✅ A fun, beginner-friendly yoga session led by an experienced instructor
✅ Playtime & cuddles with adorable puppies
✅ The chance to meet and potentially bring home your new best friend
✅ The perfect serotonin boost to brighten your weekend!

✅ Kids age 8 + up are welcome with a parent or guardian!

🎟️ Tickets are selling fast! Reserve yours now and learn more at CTPuppyYoga.com

📣 Spots are limited, so don’t wait—this event WILL sell out!

🐾 Come for the yoga, stay for the puppy kisses! 🐾

#PuppyYoga #AdoptDontShop #YogaWithPuppies #LitchfieldCT #CTPuppyYoga

Join the fun on Sunday, May 18, 2025 from 12-3!

The Thomaston Volunteer Ambulance Corp is located behind the Fire Department at 237 South Main Street.

The OPEN HOUSE will feature:

• Red Cross Blood Drive 9a - 2p
• Education, Food, Prizes, Music, Ice Cream Truck
• CPR Instruction and sign-up
• Drug Takeback with the Thomaston Police Department
• Torrington Area Health District
• Greenwoods Addiction Outreach
• Stop the Bleed Training
• NARCAN training
• LIFESTAR (pending weather or calls)
• Come meet Bobbi!

Presented by Rev. Dr. Eileen Epperson

We all react differently to the loss of a loved one. Whether it be from old age, terminal illness or accident, we are never prepared for the tsunami of feelings and the shattered sense of life. In this support group, “Grieving With Wisdom,” we take one day at a time accompanied by a caring facilitator and others who know what this journey is like. You are not alone. There are resources to help you along your journey.

This is an 8-session grief support group starting Monday, May 19 through July 7. Participants are urged to commit to all 8 weeks to receive the full benefit of the content. Signing up for May 19 registers you for all sessions.

10:30 AM-11:45 AM

We will gather within the comforting space of Wisdom House with a seasoned facilitator and have the opportunity to speak and listen and discover we are not alone at all.

“This group means the world to me at present. It is a safe place to come and let my real feelings out. I don’t have to pretend to be stronger than I am. I can just be myself.”

A grief group participant after eight months.

Eight Mondays: May 19-July 7

limited to 12 participants

This program is offered on a donation basis, and your generosity is deeply appreciated.

Donations can be made at online registration via the Wisdom Fund or in-person upon arrival.

Come join us for a FREE COMMUNITY YOGA class at Charym in Litchfield every Monday at 5pm. This class is for both the young, and not so young, designed to help you release aches and pains while building strength and flexibility. Whether you're new to yoga or looking for a gentle practice, this class offers a sequence of basic postures that stretch and strengthen the body. The flow is moderately paced, allowing you to move with ease while focusing on proper alignment and mindfulness. Each posture is taught with an emphasis on safety and awareness, helping you feel more grounded, centered, and stronger with each class. Come as you are and experience the benefits of yoga in a supportive, welcoming environment.

Immerse yourself in the soothing and transformative experience of a Sound Bath with Gong. This unique class combines the ancient practice of sound healing with the powerful vibrations of a gong and other instruments, offering a holistic approach to relaxation and well-being.

What to Expect:

*Guided Meditation: Begin with a brief guided meditation to help you settle into the space and prepare for the sound journey.

*Sound Immersion: Lie down comfortably as the facilitator plays the gong and other instruments, creating an immersive soundscape. The vibrations and tones of the gong promote deep relaxation, reduce stress, and support mental clarity.

Yoga is open to everyone 13 and older of all skills and abilities. Whether you are a beginner or experienced, anyone can participate in our Tuesday night class. Pace yourself, practice at your level, rest when needed. A yoga mat is extremely recommenced. All classes are from 6:30p-7:30p at the Coe Park Civic Center (101 Litchfield Street) Click here to register

Meets the second and fourth Friday of each month from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. This is a community group for anyone who has experienced a loss, is feeling grief, or grieving. Grief is a natural emotional and physical response to loss. Every person reacts differently and it may be expressed in many ways. This group is neither traditional therapy nor counseling, per se, but it is a safe supportive space where people can come together, speak about their loss, explore their emotions and thoughts, if it is the right time and place for them to do so. Reading Room. Free & Open to the Public.

American Red Cross Blood Drive!!

THEME: "HOW THE GEMINI NEW MOON IS EFFECTING YOU PERSONALLY"

JOIN US FOR AN MORNING OF DEEP CONVERSATION VIA TAROT & ASTROLOGY!

EACH PARTICIPANT WILL RECEIVE HELPFUL INSIGHTS FROM THE GROUP AND THE INSTRUCTOR.

NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY

DECKS PROVIDED

SPACE IS LIMITED TO 4

Come alone or bring a friend.... CommUnity!

Mela is a 4th Generation Clairvoyant Liaison with over 35 years experience in spirit communication. Clients approach Mela for the uniqueness of her ability in each session. Her capacity to connect with spirit enables her to help guide each individual to a more joyful existence, truly enriching your life path.

This is in direct communication with spirit. No one spirit can be guaranteed to come through in any session. Whoever is the one with the message, will present themselves.

Meet Mela in this short video

Presented by Rev. Dr. Eileen Epperson

We all react differently to the loss of a loved one. Whether it be from old age, terminal illness or accident, we are never prepared for the tsunami of feelings and the shattered sense of life. In this support group, “Grieving With Wisdom,” we take one day at a time accompanied by a caring facilitator and others who know what this journey is like. You are not alone. There are resources to help you along your journey.

This is an 8-session grief support group starting Monday, May 19 through July 7. Participants are urged to commit to all 8 weeks to receive the full benefit of the content. Signing up for May 19 registers you for all sessions.

10:30 AM-11:45 AM

We will gather within the comforting space of Wisdom House with a seasoned facilitator and have the opportunity to speak and listen and discover we are not alone at all.

“This group means the world to me at present. It is a safe place to come and let my real feelings out. I don’t have to pretend to be stronger than I am. I can just be myself.”

A grief group participant after eight months.

Eight Mondays: May 19-July 7

limited to 12 participants

This program is offered on a donation basis, and your generosity is deeply appreciated.

Donations can be made at online registration via the Wisdom Fund or in-person upon arrival.

Come join us for a FREE COMMUNITY YOGA class at Charym in Litchfield every Monday at 5pm. This class is for both the young, and not so young, designed to help you release aches and pains while building strength and flexibility. Whether you're new to yoga or looking for a gentle practice, this class offers a sequence of basic postures that stretch and strengthen the body. The flow is moderately paced, allowing you to move with ease while focusing on proper alignment and mindfulness. Each posture is taught with an emphasis on safety and awareness, helping you feel more grounded, centered, and stronger with each class. Come as you are and experience the benefits of yoga in a supportive, welcoming environment.

Presented by Oblong Books in partnership with The White Hart Inn and Scoville Memorial Library.

Tickets $15: Include a complimentary glass of house wine, beer or non alcoholic beverage plus a $5 voucher towards the purchase of HOW TO BE WELL at this event.

Amy Larocca will talk about her deeply researched, lively, and personal exploration of the multibillion-dollar wellness industry -- about why women are feeling so un-well and how this trend has shaped our thinking about health and self-care - with Meredith Rollins.

A clear-eyed and honest portrait of the weird world of wellness, How to Be Well lays bare the ways in which the simple notion of caring for oneself has become a seriously big business. Peloton. Pilates. Biohacking. Colonics. Ashwagandha. Today, the wellness industry is a $3.7 trillion behemoth that touches us all. In this timely and clear-eyed book, journalist Amy Larocca peels back the layers behind the wellness movement and reckons with its promises and profits. How did we get here and how did the idea of wellness become integrated with women's lives? And how did we end up spending so much money on products that may not work at all?

Amy Larocca is an award-winning American journalist. She spent twenty years working at New York magazine as both fashion director and editor at large. Her writing has appeared in The New York Times, Vogue, Town & Country, and the London Review of Books, among other publications. She lives with her family in New York and North London.

Meredith Rollins is the former Editor in Chief of Red Book Magazine. She is a content strategist, writer and brand consultant. She lives in New York City and the Hudson Valley with her family.

The White Hart Inn is a fully wheelchair accessible space with on-site van accessible parking. Microphones and speakers will be used at this event. If you have specific questions about the space or how an event can be made more accessible to you, please do not hesitate to contact us: info@oblongbooks.com.

Please join us for a community celebration that focuses on holistic wellness and the many pathways to recovery. There will be fun and engaging activities for attendees of all ages.

Michael is an intuitive Tarot and Oracle card reader with over 20 years of experience.

His readings incorporate elements of Astrology, Numerology, and channeled messages.

Michael strives to create a welcoming and healing environment that caters to his client's individual needs.

Presented by Rev. Dr. Eileen Epperson

We all react differently to the loss of a loved one. Whether it be from old age, terminal illness or accident, we are never prepared for the tsunami of feelings and the shattered sense of life. In this support group, “Grieving With Wisdom,” we take one day at a time accompanied by a caring facilitator and others who know what this journey is like. You are not alone. There are resources to help you along your journey.

This is an 8-session grief support group starting Monday, May 19 through July 7. Participants are urged to commit to all 8 weeks to receive the full benefit of the content. Signing up for May 19 registers you for all sessions.

10:30 AM-11:45 AM

We will gather within the comforting space of Wisdom House with a seasoned facilitator and have the opportunity to speak and listen and discover we are not alone at all.

“This group means the world to me at present. It is a safe place to come and let my real feelings out. I don’t have to pretend to be stronger than I am. I can just be myself.”

A grief group participant after eight months.

Eight Mondays: May 19-July 7

limited to 12 participants

This program is offered on a donation basis, and your generosity is deeply appreciated.

Donations can be made at online registration via the Wisdom Fund or in-person upon arrival.

Come join us for a FREE COMMUNITY YOGA class at Charym in Litchfield every Monday at 5pm. This class is for both the young, and not so young, designed to help you release aches and pains while building strength and flexibility. Whether you're new to yoga or looking for a gentle practice, this class offers a sequence of basic postures that stretch and strengthen the body. The flow is moderately paced, allowing you to move with ease while focusing on proper alignment and mindfulness. Each posture is taught with an emphasis on safety and awareness, helping you feel more grounded, centered, and stronger with each class. Come as you are and experience the benefits of yoga in a supportive, welcoming environment.

This is a Spiritual Guided Meditation with Interpretation which is designed to not only relax you, but to also allow you to reach levels of connection with your higher self. This is also a necessary part in further activating your birthright of intuition. Psychic Interpretation in this type of meditation helps an individual to gain necessary wisdom to help on their particular life path.

Chair meditation with option of yoga mat and foam rollers.

Feel free to bring your own pillow and blanket

Michael is an intuitive Tarot and Oracle card reader with over 20 years of experience.

His readings incorporate elements of Astrology, Numerology, and channeled messages.

Michael strives to create a welcoming and healing environment that caters to his client's individual needs.

Presented by Rev. Dr. Eileen Epperson

We all react differently to the loss of a loved one. Whether it be from old age, terminal illness or accident, we are never prepared for the tsunami of feelings and the shattered sense of life. In this support group, “Grieving With Wisdom,” we take one day at a time accompanied by a caring facilitator and others who know what this journey is like. You are not alone. There are resources to help you along your journey.

This is an 8-session grief support group starting Monday, May 19 through July 7. Participants are urged to commit to all 8 weeks to receive the full benefit of the content. Signing up for May 19 registers you for all sessions.

10:30 AM-11:45 AM

We will gather within the comforting space of Wisdom House with a seasoned facilitator and have the opportunity to speak and listen and discover we are not alone at all.

“This group means the world to me at present. It is a safe place to come and let my real feelings out. I don’t have to pretend to be stronger than I am. I can just be myself.”

A grief group participant after eight months.

Eight Mondays: May 19-July 7

limited to 12 participants

This program is offered on a donation basis, and your generosity is deeply appreciated.

Donations can be made at online registration via the Wisdom Fund or in-person upon arrival.

Come join us for a FREE COMMUNITY YOGA class at Charym in Litchfield every Monday at 5pm. This class is for both the young, and not so young, designed to help you release aches and pains while building strength and flexibility. Whether you're new to yoga or looking for a gentle practice, this class offers a sequence of basic postures that stretch and strengthen the body. The flow is moderately paced, allowing you to move with ease while focusing on proper alignment and mindfulness. Each posture is taught with an emphasis on safety and awareness, helping you feel more grounded, centered, and stronger with each class. Come as you are and experience the benefits of yoga in a supportive, welcoming environment.

TOPIC: "HOW TO SCORPIO FULL MOON IS EFFECTING YOU PERSONALLY)

JOIN US FOR AN EVENING OF DEEP CONVERSATION VIA TAROT & ASTROLOGY!

EACH PARTICIPANT WILL RECEIVE HELPFUL INSIGHTS FROM THE GROUP AND THE INSTRUCTOR

NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY

DECKS PROVIDED

SPACE IS LIMITED TO 8

Come alone or bring a friend.... CommUnity!

Celebrity MakeUp Artist & Educator

JOBY ROGERS Presents...

MAKEUP FOR MATURE WOMEN

This 2.5 hour forum is the perfect place for mature women & women of all ages & experience to learn how to create a MakeUp style that compliments their personal features & skin tone. We will explore products & tools & ‘must haves’ for your personal makeup collection. You will participate in ‘hands-on’ makeup demonstrations & leave knowing that with a little practice you can perfect your personal appearance for all occasions.

Presented by TJ Murtagh

The Paradox of Step 6

Delve into the paradox of AA’s Step 6, “W'e’re entirely ready to have GOD remove all these defects of character” in the company of women in recovery. Treat yourself to a weekend devoted to self-care, as we meditate, converse, laugh, cry, enjoy nature and unwind. AA, Al-Anon and ACOA material will be used as we focus on the miracle of Step 6.

All meals are included: Dinner on Friday through Lunch on Sunday

Donate Blood. Help Save Lives!!

Presented by Rt. Rev. Br. Mark D’Alessio

In the spirit of St. Francis, who saw all creation as kin and every moment as sacred, this retreat invites us to slow down, listen deeply, and immerse ourselves in the wisdom of the natural world. Rooted in Franciscan mindfulness, we will explore how nature reveals the Divine and calls us into presence, compassion, and interconnection. 

"If you have some in humanity who exclude any of God's creatures from the shelter of compassion and pity, we will have a humanity who will deal likewise with their fellow creatures…” (St. Francis of Assisi)

Central to our day will be St. Francis’ Canticle of the Creatures and a 21st-century Cosmic Canticle adaptation by Br. Mark, expanding Francis’ vision to include the unfolding universe and sacredness of all life. Through guided nature bathing (forest therapy), embodied prayer, Eco Divina, sacred listening, and reflection on nature’s wisdom — including insights from The Hidden Life of Trees by Peter Wohlleben and The Overstory by Richard Powers — we will open ourselves to creation as sacred text as a living parable of resilience, beauty, and divine mystery. 

This retreat is open to seekers, nature lovers, contemplatives, and any and all who are longing to reconnect with the sacredness of creation. Whether you are grounded in Franciscan spirituality or simply curious, you are welcome. It is especially ideal for those seeking a day of re-centering, mindfulness, and renewal. 

Join Br. Mark in person and come slow down, listen, and invite the sacred wisdom of creation to awaken the Canticle within you. Creation is an outpouring of divine love and a wellspring of healing. Join us for a retreat day that offers space to breathe deeply, move gently, pray, sing, reflect, and reconnect with the holy presence alive in the natural world — as St. Francis once did and as the earth invites us to do today. 

Lunch is included.