Join the New Hartford Artisans Guild for a full day of creativity at our Plein Air Event on August 2, 2025, hosted at the charming White Hart Inn in Salisbury, CT. Artists are invited to set up and paint on-site from 9 AM, capturing the beauty of this historic location. The day concludes with a complimentary reception and awards ceremony from 5–7 PM. Entry is $65, and an itinerary will be provided. Don’t miss this inspiring opportunity to create, connect, and showcase your work in a beautiful setting! Visit www.nhagct.art or email info.nhag@gmail.com for details.

Learn a unique approach to photography from artist and educator, Robert Calafiore, who employs a hand-built pinhole camera and analog processing techniques to create his signature one-of-a-kind prints. Participants will learn how to build their own pinhole camera and utilize traditional chemistry in the darkroom to create black and white silver gelatin prints.

Instructor: Robert Calafiore

Saturday, August 2, 2025

9:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Members: $171 / Non-Members: $190

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Join the Friends of the David M. Hunt Library for their monthly book sale on the first Saturday of every month from 10 am to 1 pm. New, used, cds, dvds, coffee table books, recent fiction and mystery, children's books- there is something for everyone! All proceeds benefit the library.

Join the Friends of the David M. Hunt Library for their monthly book sale on the first Saturday of every month from 10 am to 1 pm. New, used, cds, dvds, coffee table books, recent fiction and mystery, children's books- there is something for everyone! All proceeds benefit the library.

The Litchfield Farmers Market is one of the few year-round markets in the Connecticut. The weekly Saturday market offers fresh seasonal produce, fruit, berries, herbs, sustainably sourced fish; artisanal cheeses, breads and baked goods, local honey, maple syrup and gifts - all raised, grown or crafted by 15+ local vendors. 

The market occasionally hosts live music and supports non-profits from throughout the Litchfield area.

INDOOR MARKET - November through mid-June (intermittent Saturdays through the winter months -- check the website for dates.) Open Saturdays 10am - 1pm at the Litchfield Community Center located at 421 Litchfield Road, Litchfield, CT.

OUTDOOR MARKET - mid- June through October located at Center School, Litchfield.

This workshop will focus on analyzing composition, building a foundation in oil painting and creating the illusion of translucent objects on canvas. Work your way through the process of developing an underpainting and utilizing glazing techniques to bring out the true luminosity of glass and reflection.

Instructor: Sarah Paolucci

Saturdays, August 2 & 9, 2025

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Members: $162 / Non-Members: $180

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View the works of local artist DJ Stenson at the New Hatford Artistans Guild.

Saturdays at 10:30 AM - July 5 - August 9

Perfect for 3 - 5 year olds, but fun for everyone!

Join Mrs. Tricia for a classic library storytime--books, songs, bubbles, and more! Come for early literacy skills, social connections, and fun! We will meet outside each week, weather permitting. 

Mela is a 4th Generation Clairvoyant Liaison with over 35 years experience in spirit communication.

Clairvoyance is the ability to perceive that which most others cannot. 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.

Weekly starting June 7 through August 16

Time: 1:00 p.m.

Location: The Litchfield History Museum

Cost: Free for Members, $10 for non-Members

Registration Requested

The Litchfield Historical Society’s weekly walking tours are the perfect way to discover Litchfield’s vibrant history and explore the town’s celebrated Historic District. The history and stories of old Litchfield are preserved in the architecture of the town. Each tour provides visitors with an overview of Litchfield’s history - from the stories behind famous landmarks to anecdotes about past residents to appreciation of prominent buildings. 

The walk will begin at the Litchfield Historical Society (7 South Street) and lasts approximately 1 hour. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a bottle of water. Walking tours are free for members and $10 for non-members.

Walking Tours are sponsored by Berkshire Alarm

Saturday August 2. , 3-6 pm Opening Reception for 

Photographer Sarah Blodgett 

&

Master Basket Weaver Tina Puckett

About the Artists 

Sarah Blodgett

Sarah Blodgett is a photographer from the Hudson Valley in New York. Born in New York City, daughter of a professional advertising photographer, she bought her first camera at the age of ten and has been shooting ever since. A commercial & portrait photographer professionally since 1993, her passion now lies with creating images of wildlife and natural areas. Her primary focus is on birds as well as landscapes, seascapes, still lives and florals. She also offers speaking programs to accompany her work with a focus on ecology and preservation of the natural world around us.

Tina Puckett

American Master Weaver Tina Puckett is a self-taught Artist. who has been weaving since 1981. For over 40 years the woven arts have been evolving and each one is indescribably dynamic and colorful. The character of each piece is an expression of Tina's imagination and her sense of color that she applies to the weaving and structural form. Throughout Tina’s career she has exhibited her woven arts at museums, art galleries, libraries and art shows. Also, has been featured in magazines, books, newspapers, TV and on different platforms on the web.

Artist Statement

My woven pieces from baskets to wall sculptures, ceiling hangers, to furniture has evolved and is the way I define myself as an artist, and as a woman. I am fulfilling my dreams that started out with my imagination as a set designer. My creative path took a turn. It was not set design—but the woven arts with its many forms and functions where I found the passion for my life’s work.

The natural beauty of Bittersweet always sparks my imagination and is at the heart of the many pieces I weave. My imagination guides all that I do and it has become very attuned to the harmony of shapes, forms, and colors of the vines and reeds. I am also influenced by the beauty of our natural world and wonder how to weave it.

My palette for color is very much influenced by this experience of growing up in South America. I mix my own dyes and enjoy building a palette for the reeds that will shape textures and forms with color into a

​ one of a kind woven art!

The Galapagos Islands, a volcanic archipelago in the Pacific Ocean, are famous for their unique wildlife and as a source of inspiration for Charle Darwin’s theory of evolution. These glorious islands are a province of Ecuador and are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Meet British Explorer, Stewart McPherson as he introduces you to the extraordinary animals that inhabit the Galapagos Islands. Stewart’s company, Redfern Natural History Tours has donated a trip for two to the Galapagos as first prize in our annual Family Nature Day Raffle (drawing on September 27)! Meet the man, learn about the islands, buy some raffle tickets! A reception precedes McPherson’s talk. 6:00 p.m. Reception in the Museum. 7:30 p.m. talk in the A. B. Ceder Room. Please pre-register: www.whitememorialcc.org FREE…Donations will be accepted to help defray the Conservation Center’s programming expenses.

BILL CHARLAP TRIO

Tickets: $50-65, Under 19 Free

Musicmountain.org or 860-824-7126 for tickets and more information

Saturday, August 2nd, at 7:00 PM, 2nd Home welcomes Akoustic Groove for their first time here. Keith and Julius play a varied collection of acoustic music, and we've been told they are great. Please come down and make them feel welcomed.

For reservations (encouraged but not required) call 860-238-4500 or email us at momanddad@2ndhomelounge.com

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524 Main Street, Winsted

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The Tour is a charity ride to benefit the Cancer Care Fund of the Litchfield Hills. It starts and ends at Coe Park, Torrington, CT. There are rides of 100, 75, 55, 30 and 12 miles. All the roads are paved.

The registration fee is $50 and folks can register at Bikereg.com. There is a free picnic after the ride and participants receive a free t-shirt.

More information on the Tour can be found on our website: www.tourofthelitchfieldhills.com

The Tour of the Litchfield Hills is a non-competitive cycling event for all ages and abilities. We offer 12, 30, 55, 75 or 100 mile bike ride routes through the scenic Litchfield Hills of Connecticut. Walkers can also join us for a 2.4, 4.2 or 6 mile walking route through downtown Torrington. The event begins and ends at Coe Park and includes food, music and free t-shirts for all participants. There is also a trophy for the team that raises the most money. All proceeds from this event benefit the Cancer Care Fund of the Litchfield Hills.

Step right up to our delightful BLT - Bagels. Lox. Tefillin. event! Join us on Sundays from 10:00 to 10:45 AM, running from July 4th to August 25th, for a heartwarming experience.

Wrap Tefillin, recite a prayer, and relish in the scrumptious bagels, lox cream cheese, paired perfectly with a cup of freshly brewed coffee. It's more than just a meal; it's a chance to truly connect, to embrace your Jewish traditions, and simply enjoy each other's company. Don't worry if you don't have your own Tefillin - we've got you covered with our guidance and equipment.

No prior knowledge required - just bring yourself and an open heart. This event is family-friendly, so bring along the little ones for a meaningful and delicious experience. Come hungry, leave happy - we'll take care of the rest!