Join us for a gassy good time mixing up baking soda and vinegar volcanoes. We might also try dropping some Mentos candy into a bottle of diet soda - it's all science! Perfect for grades 1-5, but all are welcome!

Fast fingers trivia night by Barrated Trivia every Thursday 6:30-8:30

Grades 3-7: Engineer the tallest tower with only spaghetti and marshmallows as your building materials!

Hop River State Park Trail - Participants will be given the opportunity to ride as a group with a leader, or at their own pace and their own distance. This will allow riders to enjoy the historic and geological “whistle stops” at their own convenience. Registered participants will be given a map to assist in finding the hidden gems of the Hop River State Park Trail. There will be support staff along the entire route, a SAG ride if you need that option, and rest, water, and snack stops at suggested turn-around options. The ride and support ends at 4 pm.

Kids to Parks day at Indian Notch

Sunday May 18, 2025

 Join the 15th Annual Kids to Parks Day this May!

 Kids to Parks Day is a national day of outdoor play celebrated annually on the third Saturday of May. The day connects kids and families with their local, state, and national parks and public lands through thousands of park events that promote discovery and exploration in the great outdoors. 

All ages are welcome to join in the kids to park day events.  

Join Bolton Recreation Director Stephanie Crane and the Conservation Commission for an afternoon at Indian Notch Park! Yard games, crafts, and fun for all! 

2:00pm –4:00pm Sunday, May 18, 2025

 Bring a picnic for lunch and spend the afternoon in the park! 

Scavenger hunts and nature crafts will be provided on a first come first serve basis. 

Join the Conservation commission at 2:30pm for "Why is a Watershed important”, and learn what the Bolton Lakes Watershed Conservation Alliance does.

 Watch the Regatta on the lake, and toward the end of the event we will have a special guest row over to show us their boat! :)

The event is free to the community! Invite your family and friends to come along.

EHHD will present a 4-part program on self-monitoring your blood pressure. These sessions are intended for people with uncontrolled hypertension or have two or more risk factors for hypertension. This program will stretch over 4 sessions; two in-person and two remote. The in-person sessions will take place at Bentley Memorial Library on May 5th and May 19th at 6:00. The remote sessions will take place on May 7th and 14th, also at 6:00. The remote sessions may be done at your home or you may choose to come to Bentley for technical guidance and a group viewing. A free home blood pressure monitor will be offered to those who complete all 4 sessions. Registration is required and may be done through Eastern Highland Health District (EHHD) by phone:

860-576-1571 or 860-429-3361

All ages are welcome to join Miss Rachel for an evening story time!

-Learn more about what the BPC does to support mental health and substance misuse in Bolton.

-Enjoy complimentary Charhause refreshments.

-Gather resources and information on how we can support you, or how you can get involved too.

Fast fingers trivia night by Barrated Trivia every Thursday 6:30-8:30

Thursday, May 22nd at 6:30

Bentley Memorial Library is thrilled to welcome Megan Collins for an evening of exploration and insight into her works. Megan grew up right here in Bolton and still lives in Connecticut. She is the author of The Winter Sister, Behind the Red Door, The Family Plot, Thicker Than Water and most recently Cross My Heart. We look forward to this evening with a Simon and Schuster published author and are happy to announce that books will be available for purchase and signing.

Noah’s Closet is holding a 50% Off Everything in the Shop Sale on Tuesday, May 20th from 9-11 a.m. and Saturday, May 24th from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This includes clothes (newborn to size 10), toys, games, and baby equipment. Noah's Closet is located at 1746 Boston Turnpike (Route 44) in Coventry. Cash and checks accepted. For more information call Saturday, 860-742-1616. Donations of new and gently used clean children's items are welcome on Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Fast fingers trivia night by Barrated Trivia every Thursday 6:30-8:30

Bring your little ones to enjoy some sensory play!

High school students only. Final exams are close! Lock in for a marathon after-hours study session where your librarians cater to your every study need!

• Coffee, Tea, Snacks, Pizza, etc.
• Sensory destressing room
• Silent and group study space
• Librarians at the ready to help
• Study Break Picture Book Storytime
• Power Poses and Primal Scream at the Moon

Xen's Critters will bring a corral filled with animal farm friends. Goats, sheep, bunnies, chickens, ducks, geese and guinea pigs are some of the critters coming to Bolton. Make sure to register for this fun and engaging event!

All Roads Lead to the Coventry Farmers' Market!

Come experience CT's largest farmers' market on the grounds of the Nathan Hale Homestead. This market features some of the best CT-grown, CT-made products in an unspoiled countryside setting

Welcome to the Charhause Slightly Silent Book Club!

Come join us at 299 Boston Turnpike for a cozy evening of reading and discussions. Our book club is all about enjoying literature in a relaxed setting. Whether you're a bookworm or just looking to try something new, this event is perfect for all levels of readers.

Grab your favorite book, settle in with a warm drink, and get ready to dive into the world of words. We'll have quiet reading time followed by lively conversations about our chosen books. It's a great way to meet fellow book lovers and discover new stories.

So mark your calendar and make some time for yourself at the Charhause Slightly Silent Book Club. We can't wait to see you there!

All Roads Lead to the Coventry Farmers' Market!

Come experience CT's largest farmers' market on the grounds of the Nathan Hale Homestead. This market features some of the best CT-grown, CT-made products in an unspoiled countryside setting

Join the Protected Spaces Stewardship Committee / Conservation Commission for a Spring walk in the fresh air.

Explore Eagleville Lake and a section of the Willimantic River on a guided paddle. Learn about a management plan to address aggressively growing invasive aquatic plants for this quiet waterbody shared by the towns of Coventry and Mansfield. Participants will need to BYOB(oat) and safety gear.

All Roads Lead to the Coventry Farmers' Market!

Come experience CT's largest farmers' market on the grounds of the Nathan Hale Homestead. This market features some of the best CT-grown, CT-made products in an unspoiled countryside setting

All Roads Lead to the Coventry Farmers' Market!

Come experience CT's largest farmers' market on the grounds of the Nathan Hale Homestead. This market features some of the best CT-grown, CT-made products in an unspoiled countryside setting

All Roads Lead to the Coventry Farmers' Market!

Come experience CT's largest farmers' market on the grounds of the Nathan Hale Homestead. This market features some of the best CT-grown, CT-made products in an unspoiled countryside setting

Welcome to the Charhause Slightly Silent Book Club!

Come join us at 299 Boston Turnpike for a cozy evening of reading and discussions. Our book club is all about enjoying literature in a relaxed setting. Whether you're a bookworm or just looking to try something new, this event is perfect for all levels of readers.

Grab your favorite book, settle in with a warm drink, and get ready to dive into the world of words. We'll have quiet reading time followed by lively conversations about our chosen books. It's a great way to meet fellow book lovers and discover new stories.

So mark your calendar and make some time for yourself at the Charhause Slightly Silent Book Club. We can't wait to see you there!

All Roads Lead to the Coventry Farmers' Market!

Come experience CT's largest farmers' market on the grounds of the Nathan Hale Homestead. This market features some of the best CT-grown, CT-made products in an unspoiled countryside setting

All Roads Lead to the Coventry Farmers' Market!

Come experience CT's largest farmers' market on the grounds of the Nathan Hale Homestead. This market features some of the best CT-grown, CT-made products in an unspoiled countryside setting

All Roads Lead to the Coventry Farmers' Market!

Come experience CT's largest farmers' market on the grounds of the Nathan Hale Homestead. This market features some of the best CT-grown, CT-made products in an unspoiled countryside setting