Antiques Shows _________________
Antiques Shows _________________
Saturdays (through fall, then check website): 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: Elephantâs 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.
Art Exhibits, Museums Historic Places ___________________
Art & Frame of Danbury, 60 Newtown Rd (within Route 6 Plaza), Danbury; 203-748-0197.
*(new show) Through July 23: nature inspired art by Liz Alpert Fay & Kimberly Day Proctor; June 18, reception, 5-7 pm.
Danbury Library, 170 Main St, Danbury; 203-797-4505.
Through June 24: âIn A Nutshell: The Worlds of Maurice Sendak,â traveling exhibition re-veals push & pull of Old & New Worlds in artist well known for his books Where The Wild Things Are, In The Night Kitchen, etc, incl panel illustrations featuring illustrations of creatures, children & neighborhoods alongside explorations of Jewish culture & history that influenced the artistâs work; June 10, screening of 2009 film adaptation of Where The Wild Things Are, 6:45 pm, free.
Easton Public Library, 691 Morehouse Rd (at corner of Center St), Easton; 203-261-0134.
Through June 30: paintings, fiber art & area rug designs by nationally acclaimed textile designer Emmy Oake, and photos by award-winning photographer Jeff Becker.
Institute for American Indian Studies, 38 Curtis Rd, Washington; 860-868-0518.
The Artistâs Corner (in Museum Shop, can be visited without paying full museum adm): Through June 30: traditional functional baskets by basketmakers Bill & Sherry Gould and Jesse Larocque.
Minor Memorial Library, 23 South St, Roxbury; 860-350-2181.
Through July 2: âBarns and Gardens,â recent landscapes by Bettina Skor, who has had lifelong interest in paintings landscapes that surrounded her during childhood in Bridgewater.
Morrison Gallery, 5 Maple St, Kent; 860-927-4501.
*(new show) June 18-July 17: new still life paintings by Russian-born Kirill Doron and sculpture from the studio of Joy Brown; June 18, opening reception, 5-7 pm.
New Pond Farm, 101 Marchant Rd, West Redding; 203-938-2117.
*(new show) June 10-25: âFrom Farm To Canvas: An Invitational Art Show,â artwork & portfolios by 50 local artists (incl Martha LaMarche of Newtown) who transferred their views of farms into art, from sweeping vistas to tranquil views of barnyard animals, partial proceeds of all art sold to benefit Farm, also ongoing silent auction; June 10, preview party, 6-8 pm, $25 (call for reservations, info); June 11, painting demo, 2 pm, w/ watercolorist & clay artist Sally Aldrich; June 15, painting demo, 9 am, by multi-media artist & teacher Adele Moros; also June 15, Presidentâs Tea & Lecture, free (reservations by June 13), presentation by botanical artist Sally Fine, home baked treats, raffle & door prizes.
Weir Farm National Historic Site, 735 Nod Hill Rd, Wilton. Grounds are always open dawn through dusk; call for visitor center and gallery hours; 203-761-9945, 203-834-1896.
Through Aug 21: âFrom Pencil To Plate,â new works incl drawings & prints by Sally Frank, who spent two weeks at Weir Farm in March 2008.
Auditions, Juried Events ________
NUMC Fall Arts & Crafts Fair, at Reed Intermediate School, 3 Trades La, Newtown; 203-426-2336.
Oct 15: Applications being accepted for vendors interested in participating in 6th annual event, to run 10 am-4 pm in schoolâs cafetorium, approx 35 spaces available, work must be handmade, applications available at TheFair.numc.us, additional info available from Debbie Stakel at above phone # or thefair@numc.us.
Concerts, Musical Events_______
June 12: The Little House That Roared Coffee House, Congregation Adath Israel, 115 Huntingtown Rd, Newtown, 2 pm, $8, coffee house style performance will feature award-winning guitarist and composer Yossi Kohrman-Glaser, other musical guests; 203-209-4662.
June 15: The Berkshire Big Band at Masonicare at Newtown, 139 Toddy Hill Rd, Newtown, 7 pm, free performance of music from the 1930s, bring seating, rain date June 16; 203-426-5847.
June 17: The Low Anthem in concert, Edmond Town Hall, 45 Main St, Newtown, 8 pm, $24.99, performance by Providence, R.I. band hosted by Edmond Town Hall Live, proceeds to benefit restoration fund for building dedicated in 1930; 203-426-2475.
June 19: Jupiter Symphony Chamber Players at Heritage Villageâs Sarah Cooke Hall, Southbury, 3 pm, $15, performance of works by Dohnanyi, Mozart & Schubert will conclude HV Concert Societyâs 2010-11 season, reception to follow; 203-405-1910.
Gate House Coffee House, Rte 172 (in front of training school), Southbury; 203-586-2144 (Southbury Training School Music Therapy Dept).
Summer Concert Series, Tues 6:30 pm (under pavilion if rain), free adm, bring chairs or blankets for seating: June 21, Eran Troy Danner, driving, Texas style blues with dash of classic rock & swing.
For Kids & Families ______________
June 21-25: St Rose Carnival, St Rose of Lima Church grounds, 46 Church Hill Rd, Newtown, 6-10:30 pm, carnival rides, games of chance, Bingo, refreshments; 203-426-1014.
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Miscellaneous ___________________
June 10-11: 24th Annual Sandy Hook LobsterFest, Sandy Hook Volunteer Fire & Rescue main station, 18-20 Riverside Rd, Sandy Hook, Fri 5-9 pm, Sat 3-9 pm, $23/adv, $25/door ($5 kids for hamburger or hot dog meal), lobster or steak w/ sides, raw bar (separate charge), live music, proceeds benefit volunteer fire company; 203-270-4392.
June 11: CT Orchid Society Potting Clinic, Sherman Village Plaza, 660 Main St South, Woodbury, 10 am-2 pm, $5/pot (up to 5â), BYO plants & clean pots for hands-on advice & on-site repotting, free demo at noon, Q&A to follow, pots, plants, potting supplies & related equipment also available for purchase; 203-264-8155.
June 11: Annual Tag Sale at First Congregational Church of Bethel, 46 Main St, Bethel, 9 am-3 pm, items of all kinds donated by members of the church, refreshments also available, proceeds to benefit church missions & programs; 203-748-6112.
June 11: Monroe Garden tour, 1-5 pm (rain date June 12), day of tickets & maps available at The Beardsley Homestead, 31 Great Ring Rd, Monroe, $15, sponsored by Monroe Historical Society; 203-261-1383.
June 18: Invasive Investigator Training, New Fairfield Senior Center, 33 Rte 37 North, New Fairfield, 9:30 am-noon, free training by CT DEP for residents interested in learning about mussels, the latest aquatic invasive species to have been found in Housatonic River system (specifically Lakes Lillinonah & Zoar), awareness & education to prevent spread of species by recreative boaters & other users;
June 21: âA Stroke is Not Par for The Course,â Masonicare of Newtown, 139 Toddy Hill Rd, Sandy Hook, noon, free program (lunch included) by Heather Duggan, RN, will cover hazards & warning signs of a stroke, plus tops on preventive care & keeping a body young at heart, reservations requested; 888-679-9997.
June 21-25: St Rose Carnival, St Rose of Lima Church grounds, 46 Church Hill Rd, Newtown, 6-10:30 pm, carnival rides, games of chance, Bingo, refreshments; 203-426-1014.
Edmond Town Hall, 45 Main St/Rte 25, Newtown; 203-426-2475.
 (FILM) June 10: Paul (R), 7 & 9 pm.
June 11-16: Diary of A Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules (PG), 7 & 9 pm, mat Sat-Sun 1 & 4 pm, Tues 1 pm.
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, free, all welcome (children must be accompanied), bring bag lunch/beverage, wear sturdy shoes, destinations & leaders (in parentheses) as follows: June 11, Steep Rock State Park, Naugatuck State Forest (3 miles; Tim Hanbury, 203-888-3025); June 18, end of year picnic at Osborndale State Park, Derby, short hike followed by picnic luncheon and fall schedule planning (rain or shine, call Rita for coordination of food, 203-268-4119; hike leader is Tim Hanbury, 203-888-3025); June 24-27, end of year trip to New Hampshire (call Rita for details of registering, 203-268-4119; hikes leader will be Tim Hanbury, 203-888-3025).
Newtown Toastmasters, Town Hall South Parks & Recreation Conference Room, 3 Main St, Newtown; 203-313-5507.
Local chapter (NewtownToastmasters.FreeToastHost.cc) of natâl/international organization meets 1st & 3rd Wed/month, guests & newcomers welcome: next meeting: June 15.
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 hallâs back parking lot, shop carries discounted items from local businesses & private donors incl clothing, sm home accessories & more.
Treehouse Comedy Productions; 203-702-7577.
Shows at Marissaâs, 6540 Main St, Trumbull: June 18, Bob (âThe Football Guyâ) Nelson headlining, 10 pm show, tickets $19.50, Mike Dillon opening.
Shows at Savin Rock Roasting Company, 946 Ferry Blvd, Stratford, 9 pm, $15 unless noted: June 11, Andrew Kennedy headlining, tickets $17.50, Peyton Clarkson opening; June 25, Johnny Rizzo headlining, Nathan Brady Crane & Mike Dillon opening.
Shows at Riverâs Edge Bar & Grill, Derby, 9 pm, $15 unless noted:
Wednesday Night Poetry Series, 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 15, Jackie Sheeler; June 22, Ken Cormier.
Theatre    _________________________
The Black Box Theatre, 117 Mt Pleasant Rd/Rte 6, Newtown; 203-426-8717.
Songs For A New World, through June 18, curtain Thurs 7:30 pm, Fri-Sat 8 pm, tickets $10.
Ridgefield Theater Barn, 37 Halpin La, Ridgefield; 203-431-9850.
Seascape with Sharks and Dancer, through June 25, curtain Fri-Sat 8 pm, mat Sun (June 12 & 19) 5 pm, $24, $20 students & seniors.
TheatreWorks New Milford, 5 Brookside Ave, New Milford; 860-350-6863.
The Great American Trailer Park Musical, through June 19, curtain Fri-Sat 8 pm, mat Sun 2 pm, tickets $28.
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