Calendar of Events
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Thursday, August 12, 2010 - 10:28am
Aug.
Ongoing events
Town pools open — Southington town pools are open for the season. The schedule follows. Recreation Park, Maxwell Noble Drive, Monday to Friday, noon to 8 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Veterans Memorial Pool, Woodruff Street, Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 12:30 to 8 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday, 1 to 8 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Information: Parks and Recreation Department, (860) 276-6219.
Skate park open — The YMCA Camp Sloper Skate Park is officially open for the season to all Southington residents and members of the Southington-Cheshire Community YMCAs. Hours are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. and Saturday noon to 5 p.m. Each participant under the age of 18 will need to have a parent signed waiver form before being allowed to skateboard or rollerblade. No bikes allowed. A helmet is also required. Information: contact Pat Rosin, Outdoor Center Program director, at: (860) 621-8194, ext. 308 or prosin@southington-cheshireymca.org.
13 Friday
Farmers Market — Every Friday, from 3 to 6 p.m., there is a Farmers Market featuring state-grown produce at 1003 S. Main St., in Plantsville. There is no admission fee.
Jitters Coffeehouse — Jitters Coffeehouse, 1273 Queen St., will have a concert at 8 p.m. on Aug. 13 — Gale Gardiner, folk music. Information: call (860) 747-1100.
14 Saturday
Food drive — State Reps. Bruce "Zeke" Zalaski and Joseph Aresimowicz will be on the Town Green collecting non-perishable food items on Saturday, Aug. 14, from 9 a.m. to noon. The shelves of the town's food pantry at Community Services have been running low throughout the summer and organizers of the drive are hoping to replenish the supplies. Specific items needed include cereal, peanut butter, jelly, tuna fish, snacks including lunch box items such as fruit rolls ups, peanut butter crackers, cookies and juice boxes.
Jitters Coffeehouse — Jitters Coffeehouse, 1273 Queen St., will have a concert at 8 p.m. on Aug. 14 — Frances Kramer, folk music, Information: call (860) 747-1100.
Drive-in movie — The movie, “Back to the Future,” will be shown at the site of the former Southington Drive-In on Meriden Waterbury Road. It is sponsored by Southington Kiwanis Club. Gates open at 6 p.m.; show time at sunset. Rain date is Sunday. Southington residents pay $10 a carload; $12 for non-residents; walk-ins welcome but should bring chairs and a portable radio. The soundtrack will be on a specific radio station. Food vendors are on site. Movies subject to change.
Grange Fair — The 60th Annual Southington Grange Fair will be held on Saturday, Aug. 14 at the Grange Hall, located on Knowles Ave, beginning at 9 a.m.
Historical society museum open — The Southington Historical Society's museum, located in old library building at 239 Main St., is open for tours and inquiries from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the second Saturday of each month and by appointment. The recently held history bus tour of local historical sites and buildings was a successful fundraiser and gave exposure to the organization. Information: contact Ken DiMauro, president, (860) 628-6168.
17 Tuesday
Kids summer entertainment — The Southington Recreation Department presents, “Kids Summer Entertainment Series” which will be held on Tuesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Southington Recreation Park, (gazebo in the pine grove), South End Road. The show for Aug. 17: WunderLee Arts, Circus Suitcase. Shows will take place at the Derynoski School Auditorium, 240 Main St., in case of inclement weather.
18 Wednesday
Bus trip — St. Aloysius Church in Plantsville is sponsoring a trip to Foxwoods on Wednesday, Aug. 18 to see the fabulous "Legends in Concert", featuring the songs of Bruce Springsteen, Aretha Franklin, Christina Aguilera, Michael Jackson and Justin Timberlake. There is a cost per person which includes a casino bonus and a ticket to the 1 p.m. concert. For anyone who does not wish to see the concert, the cost is less per person which includes a casino bonus. Information: call (860) 628-7717.
Karaoke contest — Southington Sings “A Karaoke Contest” to benefit Southington Community Services will begin July 21 and continue every Wednesday for six weeks, 8 p.m., at Machiavelli’s Restaurant, 75 Center St. Citizens from Southington and the surrounding area are invited to compete to win a grand prize of a vacation to the St James Club Antigua. Contestants can show off their singing talents while also helping to support the community. The cover charge and contestant entry fees will benefit community services. Each person attending will receive a Machiavelli chip for their donation that in turn will be used to receive a free drink. Sign-ups for the competition begin July 15 and winners from each week will be asked to come back for the semi finals and finals. To register, call (860) 621-4777.
Music on the Green — Music on the Green is held on the town green in downtown Southington every Wednesday, weather permitting. Concerts begin at 7 p.m. Rain date is Thursday. There is also a weekly car show, organized by Al Dellafera. Concert on Aug. 18: Lady Luck, fantastic vocal harmonies, sponsor Marek Bros. Construction Co.
20 Friday
Farmers Market — Every Friday, from 3 to 6 p.m., there is a Farmers Market featuring state-grown produce at 1003 S. Main St., in Plantsville. There is no admission fee.
Jitters Coffeehouse — Jitters Coffeehouse, 1273 Queen St., will have a concert at 8 p.m. on Aug. 20 — Randy Niles, folk music, Information: call (860) 747-1100.
21 Saturday
Drive-in movie — The movie, “Jurassic Park,” will be shown at the site of the former Southington Drive-In on Meriden Waterbury Road. It is sponsored by Southington Knights Travel Football. Gates open at 6 p.m.; show time at sunset. Rain date is Sunday. Southington residents pay $10 a carload; $12 for non-residents; walk-ins welcome but should bring chairs and a portable radio. The soundtrack will be on a specific radio station. Food vendors are on site. Movies subject to change.
Jitters Coffeehouse — Jitters Coffeehouse, 1273 Queen St., will have a concert at 8 p.m. on Aug. 20 — Jen Clapp, folk music, Information: call (860) 747-1100.
Skateboard demonstration and contest — On Aug. 21, from 1 to 3 p.m., The Cutting Edge, of Berlin, will have its skateboard team at the YMCA Camp Sloper Outdoor Center Skate Park, 1000 East St. The amateur skate team will be on hand and skating with drop-in participants. After the demonstration, there will be a contest for skaters during which they will have 60 seconds to do as many tricks as they can in the park. Scores will be tallied and a winner will be announced. Age divisions will be determined by the people who sign up that day. Food will be available for purchase at this event. Information: contact Pat Rosin, Outdoor Center director, (860) 621-8194, ext. 308 or prosin@southington-cheshireymca.org.
22 Sunday
Yoga benefit — On Sunday, Aug. 22 from 4 to 5:15 p.m., there will be a Yoga Class at Factory Square - Tony Penna's Extreme Karate, 1 Factory Square, 37 West Center St., Suite 209, Southington, to benefit the Southington Community Food Pantry with live drumming. Crystal Sullivan, PT, RYT, is having a benefit for the Southington Community Food Pantry. Class is free but participates will need to bring a non-perishable food item or personal care item. Live drumming to Vinyasa which is a series of postures intended to strengthen the body, challenge the cardiovascular system, calm the mind and detoxify. Participates will need a yoga mat, a water bottle and a non-perishable food item or personal care item.
24 Tuesday
Cruise to “The End of the World” — On Tuesday, Aug. 24, 7 p.m., professor Ellen Frank Prohaska, at the Southington Public Library and Museum, 255 Main St., at 7 p.m., will lead an armchair cruise from Buenos Aires, Argentina to Valparaiso, Chile. Prohaska took a trip that included a 14 day cruise around Cape Horn, where the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans meet. She experienced meeting Argentine gauchos on the pampas, tangos in the streets of Buenos Aires, penguins in the Straits of Magellan, and wine tasting in Chilean wine cellars. Registration for the event, which is the final Adventures in Reading Program for adults, is suggested due to reserved seating. Information and registration: visit the online calendar at www.southingtonlibrary.org, or call (860) 628-0947, ext. 5, the reference/information desk.
Kids summer entertainment — The Southington Recreation Department presents, “Kids Summer Entertainment Series” which will be held on Tuesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Southington Recreation Park, (gazebo in the pine grove), South End Road. The show for Aug. 24: Mr. Magic Ann Shapiro. Shows will take place at the Derynoski School Auditorium, 240 Main St., in case of inclement weather.
Genealogical Society to host speaker — Professional genealogist Marian Pierre-Louis will speak on "Deeds & Probate: A Powerful Combination" at the meeting of Southington Genealogical Society. Participants can learn how to use the records of the Registry of Deeds and Probate Court to further their genealogical research. The meeting will take place at 7:30 p.m. in the meeting room of Southington Police Headquarters, 69 Lazy Lane. It is free of charge and there is no obligation to become a member. No reservations are necessary. Information: write to Southington Genealogical Society, Inc., P.O. Box 698, Plantsville, CT 06479-0698, or e-mail southingtongenealogicalsociety@gmail.com.
25 Wednesday
Karaoke contest — Southington Sings “A Karaoke Contest” to benefit Southington Community Services began July 21 and will continue every Wednesday for six weeks, 8 p.m., at Machiavelli’s Restaurant, 75 Center St. Citizens from Southington and the surrounding area are invited to compete to win a grand prize of a vacation to the St James Club Antigua. Contestants can show off their singing talents while also helping to support the community. The cover charge and contestant entry fees will benefit community services. Each person attending will receive a Machiavelli chip for their donation that in turn will be used to receive a free drink. Winners from each week will be asked to come back for the semi finals and finals. To register, call (860) 621-4777.
Music on the Green — Music on the Green is held on the town green in downtown Southington every Wednesday, weather permitting. Concerts begin at 7 p.m. Rain date is Thursday. There is also a weekly car show, organized by Al Dellafera. Concert on Aug. 25: E-2/An Eagles Experience, Eagles tribute band, sponsored by Southington Police Union — LEAS.
27 Friday
Bereavement group — Family Life Office, Archdiocese of Hartford, will be offering a 10 week seminar for the bereaved at Mary Our Queen Parish, Plantsville on Friday, Aug. 27 from 7 to 9 p.m. Information or to register call (860) 628-6751 or (203) 758-5292.
Farmers Market — Every Friday, from 3 to 6 p.m., there is a Farmers Market featuring state-grown produce at 1003 S. Main St., in Plantsville. There is no admission fee.
Jitters Coffeehouse — Jitters Coffeehouse, 1273 Queen St., will have a concert at 8 p.m. on Aug. 27 — Eva Cappelli, folk music, Information: call (860) 747-1100.
28 Saturday
Charity tag sale — The Miceli family will hold its annual charity tag sale on Saturday, Aug. 28, from 8 to 11 a.m. The rain date is Sunday, Aug. 29, from 8 to 11 a.m. The tag sale will be held at 209 Hilltop Drive in Southington. All proceeds will go to Every Dollar Feeds Kids, an organization that supports children in the city of Cuernavaca, Mexico, several nearby villages, and villages in Ecuador. EDFK provides regular meals and vitamin supplements to youngsters who would otherwise have to survive on occasional meals from their poverty-stricken families. This food assistance enables these kids to have the strength to attend school.For more information, visit www.everydollarfeedskids.org and for information on the tag sale, contact Jolene Miceli, (860) 620-0241.
Drive-in movie — The movie, “Jaws,” will be shown at the site of the former Southington Drive-In on Meriden Waterbury Road. It is sponsored by Southington Valley Midget Football League. Gates open at 6 p.m.; show time at sunset. Rain date is Sunday. Southington residents pay $10 a carload; $12 for non-residents; walk-ins welcome but should bring chairs and a portable radio. The soundtrack will be on a specific radio station. Food vendors are on site. Movies subject to change.
Jitters Coffeehouse — Jitters Coffeehouse, 1273 Queen St., will have a concert at 8 p.m. on Aug. 28 — Sundad, jazz fusion music, Information: call (860) 747-1100.
29 Sunday
Poker run — The First Poker Run to benefit Southington Animal Rescue will be held Sunday, Aug. 29 (rain date: Sunday, Sept. 12) with registration at 10 to 11:30 a.m. with all hands in by 3 p.m. The event starts and ends at Smokin’ with Chris, 59 W. Center St., Southington. There will be pulled pork and Chris’ special chow chow dog. There will be a cash prize, raffle, music and more. There is a fee to attend and participate. Vendors welcome. Information: contact Wayne, (203) 886-9924.
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Friday Aug 20th Pasta Dinner!
Submitted by Sarah Glidden (not verified) on Sat, 08/07/2010 - 6:49pm.The 186th Composite Squadron of the United States Civil Air Patrol based out of Robertson Airport in Plainville will be hosting their first Annual Fundraising Pasta Dinner at Tunxis Community College in Farmington.
Tickets will be sold at the door, $12 for Adults, $7 for Kids ages twelve and under for all you can eat pasta!! There will be a 50/50 and raffle prizes.
Doors open at 6pm and go till 8pm. All food and prizes have been donated by local area restaurants and businesses in Plainville, Bristol, and Farmington.
Come support and learn about our local Squadron of the Civil Air Patrol!!
Open House at SRSNE Superfund Site - July 10
Submitted by Bruce Thompson (not verified) on Wed, 06/16/2010 - 2:45pm.Open House
Saturday, July 10, 2010
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Solvents Recovery Service of New England, Inc. Superfund Site
60 Lazy Lane, Southington, Connecticut
Opposite the Southington Police Station on Lazy Lane
• Join us to learn about the final phase of cleanup at the Site, set to begin this year
• Meet project representatives from EPA, CTDEP, and the SRSNE Site Group
• View maps and graphics of key project components and future plans for the Site
For additional information,
visit www.srsnesite.com or contact the Project Coordinator, Bruce Thompson at 860-298-0541 brucet@demaximis.com
Help us celebrate 100 years of Southington history
Submitted by Megan (not verified) on Mon, 12/07/2009 - 10:12am.Discover the vision for the next century. The Chamber Advantage Night at the recently renovated Clark Bros. Bolt Factory on December 17, 2009 from 5:30-7:00.
RSVP on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/#/event.php?eid=191590882479&ref=mf
or at rsvp@409canalstreet.com
Event sponsored by Signature Advertising and Mortgage Master Inc.
Yoga Benefit for Every Dollar Feeds Kids
Submitted by alisova on Thu, 12/03/2009 - 10:53am.Name: Crystal Sullivan Organization: Every Dollar Feeds Kids
Address: 1 Factory Square, 37 W Center Street, Suite 209, Southington, CT
Home Phone: 860 628 1302 Business Phone: 860 628 1302
Yoga benefit for Every Dollar Feeds Kids, Here Comes the Sun: 108 Sun Salutations, Sunday December 20th, 6pm, 1 Factory Sq, Suite 209 All levels welcome! Live Music! 100% monetary donations go to Every Dollar Feeds Kids. The intention for the evening is to make a difference for someone in need, gratefully usher in the winter solstice and kick off the holidays in a healthy manner. http://www.extremekarate.us/yoga.html
A few of my friends and I all
Submitted by Mike Tuypl (not verified) on Mon, 09/28/2009 - 7:48pm.A few of my friends and I all signed up the Chamber of Commerce Golf Cup Classic last year and it was an unbelievable time - even know I shot well over par that day. My wife did indeed enjoy the donated golf gift for women. Looking forward to next year!
Mike Tuypl
FREE Magic Show - Friday, August 28th
Submitted by SouthingtonJaycees on Thu, 08/27/2009 - 4:24pm.The Southington Jaycees are hosting a FREE Children's Magic Show on Friday, August 28th at 7:00 pm at DePalo Middle School in the Auditorium. If you would like to attend, send a note to Kelly Osterling, President of the Southington Jaycees at president@southingtonjaycees.org and we will hold tickets for you at the door. There are plenty of tickets still available so if you don't get a chance to email us, just show up and bring your families. Pass this onto others who you think might be interested. Children of all ages welcome. www.southingtonjaycees.org
To Kill a Mockingbird book
Submitted by ortu (not verified) on Fri, 06/12/2009 - 4:31am.Rarely can you find someone who has read this novel and not enjoyed it. In fact, a 1991 survey by the Book of the Month Club ranked it second among books “most often cited as making a difference” (in the lives of readers). Guess what book was first? That’s right, the Bible.