Come hear great professional soloists along with the Sherman Chamber Ensemble, as James Sinclair conducts all participants in singing the choruses from Handel’s beloved Messiah oratorio. Tickets at https://www.standrewskentct.org/mitn.html
Event Location
St Andrew’s Parish
1 North Main Street
Kent, CT 06757
https://www.standrewskentct.org/mitn.html
Holiday cheer, art, and shopping continue with the Makers Shoppes at Whiting Mills every Sunday until December 15, 2024, from 11:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.
Explore this historic building and soak in the festive atmosphere while supporting local artists and finding high-quality gifts for you and your loved ones. Visit over 20 resident artists, makers, and specialty shops offering a unique selection of handcrafted treasures. From captivating woven art and aromatic candles to mesmerizing stained glass and elegant silver jewelry, a world of one-of-a-kind gifts awaits your discovery. In addition, you’ll also find herbs and fine teas, vintage books, fine art, gnomecraft, quilting arts, a hobby shop, and much more. Whether searching for the perfect present or seeking inspiration, the Makers Shoppes at Whiting Mills offers a magical experience.
This exciting event is free to the public, and the venue is accessible to everyone, with ample parking.
Whiting Mills
100 Whiting St, Winsted, CT 06098
https://www.whitingmills.com
Enjoy the beautifully decorated Nature Museum while listening to festive music, sipping mulled cider, and indulging in holiday treats! Get your Christmas shopping in high gear in the gift shop. Choose from a huge selection of locally sourced items and one-of-a-kind gifts for adults and children. Shop with our vendors! Litchfield Distillery, Amanda Surveski, The Stead Farm, Of Coins & Crystals…and more!!!! Become a member or buy a membership for those you love! REMEMBER…Members get a 15% discount on all items in the Gift Shop! Happy Holidays! Museum Open House Music, Food, Fun!
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m
80 WHITEHALL ROAD, Litchfield
Warren Miller is going big for 75 years! Stacked with unbelievable action and unexpected stories, Warren Miller’s 75 will bring fans to powder stashes and chutes around the world, from Canada, Colorado, California, and Utah to Finland, Japan, Austria, and New Jersey. Catch a diverse lineup of snowsports legends, Olympic hopefuls, world champions, X Games stars, and emerging talents on the big screen this fall, including snowboarders Shaun White, Jeremy Jones, Danny Davis, and Toby Miller, plus skiers Max Hitzig, Lexi duPont, Caite Zeliff, Mark Abma, and Aaron Blunck.
With original segments and unique collaborations, this year’s film will set the tone for the next 75 years of ski and snowboard filmmaking. Get ready for the celebration that is 75.
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⛷️ Warren Miller’s 75
Friday, December 6th 7PM
❄️ Tickets are $20 adult | $10 children (12 & under)
3-4:30pm
Join Mayflower Inn for a festive wreath workshop with celebrated florist Justine Ramsey of Floral Designs by Justine. Craft a design-forward creation using foraged greenery, dried fruit, flowers, grasses, ribbons and more for the perfect adornment to your holiday door.
Mayflower Inn
118 Woodbury Rd., Route 47, Washington
Spend Thanksgiving at Mayflower’s country retreat. Head to the Garden Room and Tap Room for a delicious supper curated by their expert culinary team. Enjoy autumn offerings at THE WELL at Mayflower Inn including guided hikes, fitness classes and innovative treatments. Relax fireside in the vibrant Parlour as you sip on craft cocktails amongst the stylish comfort of the countryside.
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Mayflower Inn
118 Woodbury Rd, Route 47, Washington
Landscape and Method. A conversation with Artist Tom Yost.
Modern realist Tom Yost shares his techniques and vision of painting local vistas we all know and love.
The exhibit of Yost work will be on display until December 25th.
The Good Gallery
23 South Main Street
Kent, Ct. 06757
https://www.thegoodgallerykent.com/
Give the Gift of Laughter and Giving: Charity Comedy Show with Adam Ferrara to Benefit Housatonic Habitat for Humanity
This holiday season, Housatonic Habitat is combining laughter with philanthropy in a special Charity Comedy Show featuring actor and comedian Adam Ferrara on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at The Ridgefield Playhouse in Ridgefield, Connecticut. The show will begin at 7:30 PM, with all proceeds benefiting Housatonic Habitat‘s mission to build affordable homes and provide essential home safety repairs for low-income seniors and veterans in need.
As we enter the season of giving, this event offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy an evening of comedy while supporting a cause that makes a meaningful difference. Tickets are priced at just $50 for General Admission, and $100 for a Meet & Greet with Adam Ferrara, offering fans an exclusive opportunity to meet the comedian. In addition, the event features a range of sponsorship opportunities for businesses and individuals, with packages starting at $100 and reaching up to $1,000. All sponsorships include benefits such as event tickets, recognition at the event, and social media exposure.
“This comedy show is the perfect way to kick off the year and give back during the season of giving,” said Kristen Keil, Executive Director of Housatonic Habitat. “We are a self-funded organization, and fundraisers like this are absolutely vital to battling the ongoing housing crisis in our community. The funds raised will help us continue our work to build affordable homes for hardworking families and provide free safety home repairs for qualified seniors and veterans. We are grateful to Adam Ferrara for supporting our mission and bringing laughter to our community.”
Adam Ferrara Bio:
Adam Ferrara, actor and comedian, has earned the title of “Hilarious” from Entertainment Weekly. An internationally touring headliner, he is a two-time nominee for Best Male Stand-Up by the American Comedy Awards and has released three Comedy Central Specials. Ferrara is known for his superb gift of comedy and improv, guaranteed to bring non-stop fun and laughter.
He starred as Chief Needles Nelson on the Emmy®-nominated FX drama Rescue Me alongside Denis Leary and played Frank Verelli on Showtime’s Nurse Jackie opposite Emmy® Award-winner Edie Falco. Ferrara also co-starred in the hit movies Paul Blart: Mall Cop and Definitely, Maybe with Ryan Reynolds.
His TV credits include roles in ABC’s upcoming Deception, CBS’s The Good Fight, NBC’s Law & Order, ABC’s Ugly Betty, and CBS’s The King of Queens. He was also a series regular on the critically acclaimed ABC show The Job, alongside Denis Leary.
Interview Requests:
If you are interested in an interview with Adam Ferrara regarding this event, please feel free to reply to this email and we will pass along your request to his manager.
Event Details:
○ General Admission: $50
○ Meet & Greet with Adam Ferrara: $100
Bonus Tip for Holiday Shoppers: Looking for the perfect holiday gift? Why not give the gift of laughter and giving? Tickets to the comedy show make for a unique and meaningful present, and can be paired with a gift card to a local restaurant for a complete night out, combining the fun of the show with a delicious meal.
Sponsorship Packages:
Event Links:
Sponsorships – Click Here
Tickets – Click Here
Want to learn more? Visit HousatonicHabitat.org and click the “Events” tab for details on this event.
The David M. Hunt Library will host its annual Holiday Pop Up Market from late November until early January 2025. Local artisans include Under Mountain Botanicals, Beading by Molly, handmade spoons from Andy Jack, ornaments and cats made by Nunwell Glass, Bosco’s Best Jams, Saw Mill Maple Syrup, textiles by Meg Musgrove, candles and cards from Rika Laser, pottery by Diane Schapira, and ornaments, toys and textiles made by Gail Allyn. A portion of the proceeds benefit the library. The library’s book sale is available for shopping whenever the library is open.
David M. Hunt Library
63 Main Street
Falls Village, CT 06031
Charym Yoga Studio in Litchfield is introducing FREE Community Yoga, now weekly on Monday evenings at 5pm.
If you’ve been curious about yoga but haven’t yet tried a class, come join us at Charym for our new FREE beginner-friendly class, led by John Dezzutti.
This class is for both the young, and not so young, designed to help you release aches and pains while building strength and flexibility. Whether you’re new to yoga or looking for a gentle practice, this class offers a sequence of basic postures that stretch and strengthen the body. The flow is moderately paced, allowing you to move with ease while focusing on proper alignment and mindfulness. Each posture is taught with an emphasis on safety and awareness, helping you feel more grounded, centered, and stronger with each class. Come as you are and experience the benefits of yoga in a supportive, welcoming environment.
174 West Street
Litchfield, CT 07659
(inside the West Street Yard)
https://www.charym.com/
