From touring with Gordon Lightfoot, headlining major US festivals, receiving Folk Alliance International “Album of the Year,” releasing NINE BECOMES ONE (2023) to being named Folk Alliance International Artist-in- Resident, Joe is on fire. He’s played with Suzanne Vega, Dar Williams, David Francey, John McCutcheon, John Gorka, Judy Collins and 100’s more. His songs are being made into award winning films
Saturday, June 27th at 7:30 p.m. Merryall Center, 8 Chapel Hill Road, New Milford, CT 06776
Spend an evening with Lisa Stephen Friday: Author, Composer, and New York Voices commissioned artist with Joe’s Pub at the Public Theater.
As a child of the 80’s, Lisa’s artistic aesthetic is highly influenced by the early days of MTV and the post punk era of pop music. Lisa’s songwriting career is now in its third decade, with her most notable work coming in the early 2000’s as the front woman and songwriter for the NYC based rock-n-roll band Lisa Jackson and Girl Friday. After a 10 year hiatus from writing and performing, Lisa returned to NYC and the Joe’s Pub Stage to showcase her one woman musical TRANS AM and the concert version of the new musical Doll/Girl , which she has co-created with Joseph Ritsch. Lisa is also a 2025 recipient of an artist grant through the New York State Council on the Arts, in support of TRANS AM.
Funding for this Program generously provided by CT Community Foundation – Pride in the Hills & Theodore W. Hine
Saturday, June 14th at 7:30 p.m. Merryall Center, 8 Chapel Hill Road, New Milford, CT 06776
Compared to the work of David Sedaris, Claudia Shear and Augustin Burroughs, IT GOES WITHOUT SAYING is a uniquely crafted autobiographical tour-de-force in which Bill shares funny, heartbreaking, and unbelievable true stories from his career as an actor and mime, and his life-long exploration of the role silence plays in all our lives.
IT GOES WITHOUT SAYING takes you on a scenic tour of Bill’s life thus far; from his childhood in the wilds of Montana, to outrageous jobs as a performer across the country, to the whirlwind of Broadway and studying with the legendary Marcel Marceau.
The evening will also include a special guest delivering An Address to the FL Legislature, Doug Wright’s poignant 10-minute play.
Event Sponsored by Pride in the Hills & New Milford Commission on the Arts
Saturday, June 7th at 7:30 p.m. Merryall Center, 8 Chapel Hill Road, New Milford, CT 06776
MERRYALL GALA 2025
Featuring Frank Brocklehurst & His Merry All-Star Band & Local Favorite Guest Singers, Hosted by Karen Valentine
6:30-8 Small Bites & Cocktails – Dress: Black & White Attire Encouraged
8-10 Performance
Saturday, May 31st at 6:30-10 p.m. Merryall Center, 8 Chapel Hill Road, New Milford, CT 06776
Back by Popular Demand. Not Your Father’s Storytelling! Come join us for an exciting evening of tough, funny, poignant stories from some of NYC’s and the Northeast region’s most dynamic storytellers!!! Neil Intraub hosts an evening filled with Moth Grand Slam/Story Slam winners who have also been spotlighted on PBS’ Stories From the Stage.
Saturday, May 17th at 7:30 p.m. Merryall Center, 8 Chapel Hill Road, New Milford, CT 06776
Sundays, 5:00 – 8:00 PM (this is a weekly engagement).
Drop in for dinner or a drink at the bar.
Since schedules can change, it is suggested to call ahead of time to double check if David is playing. Or/in addition, you can follow him on his Instagram: @david.grausman. He posts his Fife engagements on Saturdays.
Fife n’ Drum Restaurant
52 Main Street
Kent, Connecticut. 06757
The Hickory Stick Bookshop is delighted to welcome editor Graydon Carter, who will be in conversation with author Lisa Taddeo about his new book “When The Going Was Good”. This event, which will include a book signing, will take place on Sunday April 27th at 2.00 pm at The Judy Black Memorial Park and Gardens in Washington Depot.
ABOUT THE BOOK
From the pages of Vanity Fair to the red carpets of Hollywood, editor Graydon Carter’s memoir revives the glamorous heyday of print magazines when they were at the vanguard of American culture.
When Graydon Carter was offered the editorship of Vanity Fair in 1992, he knew he faced an uphill battle–how to make the esteemed and long-established magazine his own. With curiosity, fearlessness, and a love of recent history and glamour that would come to define his storied career in magazines, Carter succeeded in endearing himself to his editors, contributors, and readers, as well as many of the faces that would come to appear in Vanity Fair’s pages. He went on to run the magazine with overwhelming success for the next two and a half decades.
Filled with colorful memories and intimate details, “When the Going Was Good” is Graydon Carter’s lively recounting of how he made his mark as one of the most talented editors in the business. With his inimitable voice and signature quip, he brings readers to lunches and dinners with the great and good of America, Britain, and Europe. He assembled one of the most formidable stables of writers and photographers under one roof, and here he re-creates in real time the steps he took to ensure Vanity Fair cemented its place as the epicenter of art, culture, business, and politics, even as digital media took hold. Charming, candid, and brimming with stories, “When the Going Was Good” perfectly captures the last golden age of print magazines from the inside out.
ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Graydon Carter is the founder of Air Mail. Before this, he was a staff writer for both Time and Life. He cocreated Spy, edited The New York Observer, and for twenty-five years was the award-winning editor of Vanity Fair. Carter further planted a flag in Los Angeles with the legendary Vanity Fair Oscar party. He is also the Emmy and Peabody Award-winning producer of more than a dozen documentaries and one hit Broadway play. He and his wife live in Greenwich Village and Connecticut.
Lisa Taddeo is the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller “Three Women”, which she adapted as a dramatic series on Starz, the novel “Animal”, and the short story collection “Ghost Lover”. She has contributed to The New York Times, New York magazine, Esquire, Elle, Glamour, and many other publications. Her nonfiction has been included in the Best American Sports Writing and Best American Political Writing anthologies, and her short stories have won two Pushcart Prizes. She lives with her husband and daughter in Connecticut.
This event is free and open to the public. If you are unable to attend this event, you may reserve signed copies of “When The Going Was Good” by calling The Hickory Stick Bookshop at (860) 868 0525, or shop our website 24/7 at www.hickorystickbookshop.com.
Judy Black Memorial Park & Gardens
1 Green Hill Rd
Washington Depot
CT 06794
https://hickorystickbookshop.com/event/2025-04-27/author-talk-graydon-carter-lisa-taddeo
Plant lovers and garden gurus are invited to The Judy Black Memorial Park and Gardens annual Gardenpalooza plant sale on Saturday, May 17 from 10 am to 1 pm featuring a variety of perennials, annuals, flowers, vegetable and herb plants available for purchase from Meadowbrook Gardens. Stock up on plants to start or add to your own home garden.
Additionally, Farmers and Cooks will be on site offering tasty ready-to-eat food for purchase featuring local ingredients.
Plus, local organizations will also be present to showcase their projects and initiatives. Discover how they’re growing positive change and get inspired to dig deeper into community connections!
The Judy Black Memorial Park and Gardens
One Green Hill Road
Washington Depot, CT 06794
https://judyblackpark.org/events
Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, art, and community at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut’s Sips & Song event on Friday, May 2 at 6:00 p.m. at 5 Points Gallery in Torrington. Enjoy captivating a cappella performances by The Conn Artists, browse inspiring art, and indulge in light bites and fine wines, generously provided by Martin and Liz Brayboy. All proceeds support the youth mentoring mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut, helping empower youth across the state. Don’t miss out on this exciting night of culture and connection for a great cause! Tickets are $50.
FIVE POINTS GALLERY
33 MAIN STREET, TORRINGTON, CT 06790
https://app.betterunite.com/bigbrothersbigsistersofct-sipssong-1
Support Five Points Gallery
Party and STEAL Outstanding Artwork donated by 50 artists valued at $72,000 “stolen” right off the walls!
Buy you tickets for this fun event with refreshments!
Five Points Gallery
7 Water Street
Torrington, CT 06790
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