Antiques Shows _________________

Every Fri-Sun (year-round): Redwood Country Flea Market, 170 South Turnpike Rd, Wallingford, 6 am-2:30 pm, free adm & parking, 50-80 dealers; 203-269-3500.

Saturdays: Woodbury Flea Market, 44 Sherman Rd (Rte 64 near Rte 6), Woodbury, opens 7:30 am, free adm & parking, up to 42 vendors w/ emphasis on early items & antiques, also plants & flowers; 203-263-62147.

Sundays: Elephant’s Trunk Country Flea Market, Rte 7, New Milford, 7 am-2 pm (early buying 5:45, $20), adm $2, free ages 12 & under, leave pets home, vendors offer antiques, collectibles & misc, refreshments available; 508-265-9911.

June 19: 37th Annual Antiques Festival on The Green, Main St at Hubbard St, Glastonbury, 9 am-4 pm rain or shine, $5 (early buying 7 am, $15); 860-633-6890.

June 25-27: 13th annual Litchfield County Antiques Show, Kent School Springs Center, 1 Macedonia Rd (Rte 341, just off Rte 7 intersection), Kent, Fri 6:30-9 (gala preview party, tickets $100-$5,000), Sat 10 am-6 pm, Sun 10 am-4 pm, show adm $10 (good both days), approx 40 dealers, proceeds to benefit Greenwoods Counseling Freferrals; 860-567-0613.

June 27: 39th annual Antique Bottle, Glass & Stoneware Show, St Mark’s Parish Center, 467 Quaker La South, West Hartford, 9 am-1 pm, presented by Southern CT Antique Bottle & Glass Collectors Assn; 203-799-2570.

Art Exhibits, Museums Historic Places ___________________

June 27: Kent Art Association One-Day Show, La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries, 18 Federal Rd/Rte 7, Brookfield, 11 am-6 pm, public invited to view works in oil by Karen Cashman, oils, inks & acrylics of country landscapes & scenes by Herb Herschlag & oil landscapes & cityscapes by Zufar Bikbov, all members of KAA; 203-740-1664.

The Barn Gallery, 82 Rte 37, New Fairfield; 203-746-4502.

*(new show) June 26-July 31: carved porcelain works by Jean Mann; June 26, opening reception, 2-4 pm.

Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden, 9 Main St/Rte 61, Bethlehem; 203-266-7596.

Through July 18: “Botanical Art,” works by the artist Joan Smith-Walleck.

Behnke Doherty Gallery, 6 Green Hill Road, Washington Depot; 860-868-1655.

Through June 20: “Eastern Elements: Born of Ink and Clay,” woodcut prints by the late Ohara Koson, also by Deborah Weiss & Konan, & works by ceramic artist Robin Johnson.

Connecticut Historical Society, One Elizabeth St, Hartford; 860-236-5621.

Through July 17: “Pictures for Victorian America: Prints by Hartford’s Kellogg Brothers,” colorful images of everyday life that were mass-produced & sold by Hartford printing firm The Kellogg Brothers, depicting activities, fashions & interests of 19th Century Conn. Residents.

Danbury Railway Museum, 120 White St, Danbury; 778-8337.

Through June 27 (exhibition extended): “The Connecticut and Vermont LEGO® Railway,” an operating model train layout made entirely of Legos by New England Lego Users Group (NELUG) members Bill Probert, Elroy Davis & Steve Doerner.

Good News Café & Gallery, 684 Main St/Rte 6, Woodbury; 203-266-4663.

Through July 12: “One Thing… [mostly],” paintings by Matt Wood.

Through July 12: “Four Seasons of the Pomperaug,” photos by amateur & professional local photographers shot along the Pomperaug River.

Gregory James Gallery, 13 Main St, New Milford; 860-354-3436.

Through June 26: “Water Works,” representational & impressionistic interpretations, also expressionistic & contemporary abstract versions of some of region’s well known bodies of water by Ralph Della-Volpe, Frank Federico, Robert Ferrucci, Thomas Adkins, Chris Magadini, James Coe, Julie Hopkins, Brian Kiernan, Dick McEvoy & Scott Zuckerman.

Institute for American Indian Studies, 38 Curtis Rd, Washington; 860-868-0518.

Through June 30: “The Artist’s Corner: Jeanne ‘Morningstar’ Kent,” intricately carved gourds by Winsted artist of Abenaki descent.

Walsh Art Gallery, at Fairfield University, North Benson Rd, Fairfield; 203-254-4000, x 2969, 203-254-4242.

Through July 19: “Bramble and Bramble: Remnants, Glyphs and Palimpsests,” paintings & mixed-media pcs by Frank & Pamela Bramble, who independently examine the beauty of worn surfaces & tenuous fragile nature of time-altered surfaces.

Yale University Art Gallery, 1111 Chapel St at York, New Haven; 203-432-0600.

Through July 11: “Jane Davis Doggett: Talking Graphics,” work by artist who is known for creating graphic identities & wayfinding systems for massive public spaces, incl 40 international airports & recently invented concept of IconoChrome™ images (“geometric designs in colors expressing philosophically profound messages”).

Auditions, Juried Events       ________

Newtown United Methodist Church, at Reed School, 3 Trades Lane, Newtown; 203-426-2336.

Oct 16: NUMC seeking applicants for its annual juried Fall Arts & Crafts Show, to run 10 am-4 pm at Reed School, approx 35 spaces available, jury process began in March & applications reviewed in order they are received (so apply ASAP), all work must be handmade, contact Debbie Stakel at above phone # or TheFair@NUMC.us.

Nichols Arts & Crafts Fair, at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1734 Huntington Tpke/Rte 108, Trumbull; 203-375-1503.

Sept 11: Vendors sought for arts & crafts fair to be held at church, call phone # above for details.

Concerts, Musical Events   _______

June 20: Ali Ryerson & Friends at Brookfield Library, 182 Whisconier Rd/Rte 25, Brookfield Center, 4 pm, free outdoor concert of Brazilian jazz by Ms Ryerson (flutes), guitarist Joe Carter, bassist Leco Reis & drummer Adriano Santos, indoors if rain, refreshments to follow; 203-775-6241 x104.

June 26: Ron Jones in concert, Sandy Hook Village Park, 3-5 Glen Rd, Sandy Hook, 6:30 pm, free performance by jazz saxophonist will open 2010 Sandy Hook Village Concert Series, BYO seating; 203-364-1448.

June 26: Outdoor Pops Concert by Greater Bridgeport Symphony Orchestra, at Fairfield Univ, 1074 North Benson Rd, Fairfield, 8 pm (gates open 5:30, pre-concert program by The Brian Torff Jazz Quartet at 6:30), light classics, Broadway hits & guest soprano Ashley Harrington, BYO seating, picnics welcome, no pets, rain date June 27 (same time); 203-576-0263.

Masonicare of Newtown, 139 Toddy Hill Rd, Newtown. Call 203-426-5847.

Summer Sounds Concert Series, 7 pm, free, bring chairs/blankets, light refreshments for purchase, call if rain predicted: June 23, Berkshire Big Band (rain date June 24), music from 30s-50s.

For Kids & Families ______________

June 22-26: 2010 St Rose Parish Carnival, St Rose of Lima church grounds, 46 Church Hill Rd, Newtown, nightly 6-10:30 pm, carnival rides, food booths, games, kiddie booth & other attractions, also Bingo (Tues-Thurs); 203-426-1014.

June 25: Family Fun Night/Light The Night Walk Kickoff, Newtown Youth Academy, 4 Primrose St, Newtown, 4-8 pm, family fun incl moon bounce, kids’ obstacle course, volleyball, soccer, toddlers’ zone & Balloon Pop Auction, proceeds to benefit Light The Night Newtown Walk; 203-665-1415.

C.H. Booth Library, 25 Main St/Rte 25, Newtown; 203-426-4533 (children’s dept 203-426-3851).

Children’s programs, free unless specified: June 22, Danny Magic performances, 11 am & 1 pm, free tickets available morning of shows (space limited).

Young Adult programs, free unless specified: June 21, Cool Drinks & Cook Stories: Mysteries, Puzzles & Mind Twisters, 3-5 pm, kick-off for 2010 Teen Summer Reading Challenge for students entering grades 6-12 will feature storyteller Rona Leventhal, fruit smothies to be served, limited to 50 participants (sign up online); June 24, Hardware Jewelry, 2-4 pm, $6 due at program, ages 10-18 (entering grades 5-12) invited to join Katie Stevenson to learn how to make jewelry from items found in toolbox, BYO sm nuts, washers, beads, other items will be supplied, sign up online.

Family programs: June 22, Friends of Booth Library Children’s Book Sale, 9:30 am-5 pm (in Children’s Story Hour Room), selection of reasonably priced children’s books, proceeds to benefit library.

Miscellaneous   ___________________

June 19: Saturday Morning Bird Walk, Kellogg Environmental Center, 500 Hawthorne Ave, Derby, 8 pm, join volunteer Maria Stockmal for walk to last up to 2 hours to experience observing birds in the wild, sharpen bird ID skills & just enjoy hike through grounds of environmental center & Osbornedale State Park; 203-734-2513.

June 19: Fire Eating Wings Contest, Rivalry Sports Grille, 262 Main St/Rte 25, Monroe, noon, area first responders invited to compete, prizes & giveaways, proceeds to benefit Homes For Our Troops & The CT Burn Center; 203-268-7866.

June 19-20: 15th Annual New Milford Art Festival, Town Green, Main St, New Milford, Sat 10 am-4 pm, Sun 10 am-4 pm, free, rain or shine event will offer work by artists from across the region; 860-354-2550, 860-354-3436.

June 19-20: 39th Annual Monroe Congregational Church Strawberry Festival, Monroe Green, Rte 111, Monroe, Sat 10 am-5 pm, Sun 12-5 pm, free festival offers fresh picked strawberries in myriad offerings, also grilled food & refreshments, 100+ juried artists & crafters, flowers, clothing, fine art, jewelry, toys & much more; 203-268-9327, 203-913-9326.

June 20: “Roses, Roses, Roses,” The Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden, 9 Main Street No/Rte 61, Bethlehem, 2 pm, $7, leisurely stroll through garden led by member of property staff; 203-266-7596.

June 20: “The Light Within You,” Woodbury Yoga Center, 122 West Side Rd, Woodbury, 7 pm, free program by Tully Moss will be followed by group meditation (free instruction available) & light refreshments; 203-263-2254.

June 22-26: 2010 St Rose Parish Carnival, St Rose of Lima church grounds, 46 Church Hill Rd, Newtown, nightly 6-10:30 pm, carnival rides, food booths, games, kiddie booth & other attractions, also Bingo (Tues-Thurs); 203-426-1014.

June 24: Polly Brody poetry reading, Gunn Memorial Library, 5 Wykeham Rd (at Rte 47), Washington Green, 6:30 pm, free program by former Newtown resident, who is celebrating release of latest poetry collection (Stirring Shadows); 860-868-7586.

June 25: Family Fun Night/Light The Night Walk Kickoff, Newtown Youth Academy, 4 Primrose St, Newtown, 4-8 pm, family fun incl moon bounce, kids’ obstacle course, volleyball, soccer, toddlers’ zone & Balloon Pop Auction, proceeds to benefit Light The Night Newtown Walk; 203-665-1415.

June 26: King Street United Church of Christ Country Fair, 201 South King St, Danbury, 10 am-3 pm, children’s games & jumping castle, homemade strawberry shortcake, plant sale, BBQ, jewelry & crafts, silent auction, face painting, live music by Danbury Mad Hatters Barbershop Chorus (11:30, $5) & violinist Larry Deming & guitarist Andy Lafreniere (1:30, $5); 203-748-0719. 

June 26: Seymour Public Library Monthly Book Sale, 46 Church St, Seymour, 10 am-noon; 203-888-3903.

June 26: Nationwide Ham Radio Field Day, Cadigan Park, Candlewood Lake Rd, Brookfield, 3-5 pm, free radio demos & tour of the site will be available to public, regional ham radio operators will be part of nationwide Field Day exercises using generators, batteries & solar power to test equipment & skills; 203-748-1033.

June 27: Connecticut Historic Gardens Day, The Bellamy-Ferriday House & Garden, 9 Main St/Rte 61, Bethlehem, 12-4 pm, free for grounds only, $7 adults for house tour, $6 students, teachers & seniors, $4 ages 6-18, free ages 5 & under (& CT Landmarks members), stroll through formal parterre garden & walk perimeter w/ guides of neighboring Bellamy Preserve to learn history, also iced tea, plant sale & art exhibit; 203-266-7596.

Edmond Town Hall, 45 Main St/Rte 25, Newtown; 203-426-2475.

(FILM) June 18-20: The Secret of Kells (PG), Fri-Sat 7 & 9 pm, Sun 7 pm, mat Fri 1 pm, Sat-Sun 1 & 4 pm.

June 21-24: Clash of the Titans (PG-13), nightly 7 & 9 pm, mat daily 1 pm.

Institute for American Indian Studies, 38 Curtis Rd, Washington; 860-868-0518.

June 26, Wild Edibles Walk, 1-4 pm, $15, join primitive skills practitioner Andrew Dobos to learn how to ID, harvest & prepare common plants, bring notebook, camera & sense of adventure.

Newtown Chess Club, at C.H. Booth Library, 25 Main St/Rte 25, Newtown; 203-426-4533.

Weekly games, Sat 1-5 pm, drop-in chess open to all skill levels, sets & boards provided, hosted by US Chess Federation expert Glenn Budzinski.

Newtown Hikers. Call 203-788-1398 (Ester Nichols), 203-270-4340 (Newtown Parks & Rec).

Hikes leave from lower lot @Edmond Town Hall, 45 Main St, Newtown, 9 am (spring & fall start) free, all welcome (children must be accompanied), bring bag lunch/beverage, wear sturdy shoes, destinations & leaders (in parentheses) as follows: June 19, End Of Year Picnic at Osbornedale State Park, Derby, rain or shine, short hike led by Tim Hanbury (203-888-3025), followed by fall hiking schedule planning (call Rita Qubick for food coordination, 203-268-4119); June 25-28, End Of Year Weekend Trip To NH, reservations required (call Rita Qubick, 203-268-4119).

Newtown VNA Thrift Shop, Edmond Town Hall (lower level, use rear parking lot), 45 Main Street, Newtown; 203-270-4377.

Shop is open every Wed 12-3 pm & Sat 9 am-noon, access is from town hall’s back parking lot, shop carries discounted items from local businesses & private donors incl clothing, sm home accessories & more.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS), Newtown Meeting House, 31 Main St/Rte 25, Newtown; 203-426-6224 (ask for Betty) or 203-264-3728 (ask for Krista).

Non-profit weight loss support group meets every Mon 6:30-7:30 pm (weigh-ins 5:45-6:15, meetings 6:30-7:30), meetings $2/week, membership $24/year.

Treehouse Comedy Productions. Call 203-702-7577.

Shows at The Holiday Inn, 80 Newtown Rd, Danbury, 9 pm, $15 unless noted: June 19, Johnny Rizzo headlining, tickets $17.50, Bill Keller & Jonny Benson opening; June 26, Rich Vos headlining, 8 pm, tickets $19.50, Rick Roberts & Joe Pontillo opening.

Shows at Marisa’s Ristorante, 6540 Main St, Trumbull, tickets $10 unless noted, comedy 10 pm, live music at 6:

Shows at Rob Roy’s Grille & Bar, 464 Boston Post Rd, Orange, show at 10 pm & tickets $15 unless noted:

Wednesday Night Poetry Series, new location: at The Garage (Newtown teen center), 53 Church Hill Rd, Newtown. Call 203-426-6242, 203-364-0631.

Open mic 7:30 pm, featured poet at 8:45, poetry editing workshop follows featured poet: June 23, Kim Bridgford; June 30, Van Hartmann; July 7, Open Mic Night; July 14, Gabrielle Zane.

Theatre    _________________________

June 27: Scenes from Faust by Hillhouse Opera Company, Pomperaug Woods Wilson Hall, 80 Heritage Rd, Southbury, 3 pm, free one-hour program performed by New Haven-based community opera company; 203-262-6555 x111.

Musicals At Richter, Richter Arts Center, 100 Aunt Hack Rd, Danbury; 203-748-6873.

Guys and Dolls, through July 3, curtain Fri-Sun 8:30 pm, tickets $23, $18 seniors, $15 students & children (group rates available).

Ridgefield Theater Barn, 37 Halpin La, Ridgefield; 203-431-9850.

The Memory of Water, through June 26, curtain Fri-Sat 8 pm, mat Sun 5 pm, tickets $24, $20 seniors & students.

TheatreWorks New Milford, 5 Brookside Ave, New Milford; 860-350-6863.

Mauritius, through June 26, curtain Fri-Sat 8 pm, Sun (June 20 only) 2 pm, tickets $20; NOTE: recommended for mature audiences.

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Events that appear by date have Newtown items listed first, with additional events listed by their start time. At the time of printing, the information here is accurate as presented; a call ahead is always a good idea to be safe.

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