Jan.
10 Saturday

Daughters of the American Revolution meeting - The Hannah Woodruff Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will meet Saturday, Jan. 10 at 1 p.m., at the First Baptist Church, 581 Meriden Ave. Members should bring gifts for the residents of the Veterans' Home in Rocky Hill. Hostesses for the meeting are Nancy Kannenberg, Sandra Manning, and Jean Walker.

For more information about becoming a D.A.R. member contact Mary at (860) 621-5718.

11 Sunday

Celiac support - The Central Connecticut Celiac Support Group is scheduled to meet Sunday, Jan. 11, at 1:30 p.m. for a potluck dinner at Mulberry Gardens, 85 Mulberry St., Southington. More and more people are diagnosed with Celiac disease or wheat or gluten allergies. For more information, call Ann Malafronte at (860) 378-2852 or Carm Kimmel at (860) 426-1980.

Nursery school open house - Plantsville Nursery School, 109 Church St., has scheduled an open house for interested families or those already registered for the 2009-10 school year on Sunday, Jan. 11, from 2 to 4 p.m. Parents may register their children for the 3-year-old class which meets Tuesday and Thursday mornings, or the 4-year-old classes, which meet Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings or afternoons. For more information, call Debbie Boychuck at (860) 628-8878.

12 Monday

McDonald's fundraiser - Plantsville Elementary School has scheduled "McTeacher's Night" Monday, Jan. 12, from 5 to 8 p.m., at McDonald's 675 Queen St. A make-your-own sundae bar will be available and there will be a chance to win door prizes. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the school.

13 Tuesday

American Legion- The American Legion Kiltonic Post 72, 64 Main St., Southington, is scheduled to meet on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the upper lounge of the Post Home just off the Town Green. Members and veterans who would like to be members are welcome to come to a meeting and become familiar with the good work the American Legion is doing for and in the community, for God and country, and for those who have served the country and are presently in need of help.

Get Organized - The Southington Library, 255 Main St., has scheduled a Get Organized program on Tuesday, Jan. 13, at 7 p.m., in the lower level program room. GO is a national program sponsored by the National Association of Professional Organizers that teaches techniques to simplify and reduce clutter in the home and office. Registration is required. For more information and to register online visit www.southingtonlibrary.org, click on the calendar, and search for the program, or call (860) 628-0947, ext. 5.

Apple Valley Quilters meeting - The Apple Valley Quilters of Southington will meet Tuesday, Jan. 13 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Hatton Elementary School, 50 Spring Lake Road. The program will feature guest lecturer Joanne Sullivan, who will present "Magnificent 7," demonstrating how to use shapes cut from 2-1/2 inch strips to make quilts. The public is welcome, but there is a $5 fee for non-members.

If school is canceled due to inclement weather, the meeting will also be canceled.

14 Wednesday

Newcomers and Neighbors Club - The Newcomers and Neighbors Club of Southington is a women's social club open to both new and lifelong residents of Southington. Monthly events include Ladies Night Out, Moms and Tots Playgroup, Couples Social, and Book Club. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 14 at 7:30 p.m. in the all-purpose room at the Southington Care Center, 45 Meriden Ave., and will include a Zumba class. Wear sneakers, dress for a workout and bring water. Contact Amy at (860) 621-6547, or Southington_Newcomers@yahoo.com for more information.

15 Thursday

Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine - MidState Medical Center and the Southington Public Library have scheduled "Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine," Thursday, Jan. 15, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the first floor meeting room of the library, 255 Main St. Presenter Jordan Goetz will discuss a range of complementary therapies and how they have been integrated into Western medicine. For more information or to register, call the Southington Library at (860) 628-0947, ext. 5.

Medical facility open house - MidState Medical Center has scheduled a "Business Advantage Night" in conjunction with the Southington Chamber of Commerce, Thursday, Jan. 15, from 5:30 to 7 p.m., at 98 Main St., Southington. Parking is available in the rear of the building. Tour the new, modern facility and meet the staff in the medical offices MidState Medical Group Primary Care Specialists of Southington, Clinical Laboratory Partners, Radiology Associates and Comprehensive Orthopaedics. For more information, call (203) 694-8733.

Parenting class - "Discipline and Your School-Aged Child" is the next topic in the Southington Youth Services Parent Information Series on Thursday, Jan. 15, 7 to 8:30 p.m., to be held at the youth services office, 93 Main St. Setting limits, disciplining children and teaching children responsibility and cooperation will be discussed. Programs are free to Southington residents. Registration is required. To register or for more information, call the youth services office, (860) 276-6281.

Relay For Life - The Relay For Life of Southington 2009 committees will meet Thursday, Jan. 15, 6 p.m., at Southington High School, 720 Pleasant St. The public is welcome. Any person interested in volunteering or forming a team for Relay For Life, which will be held June 12 and 13, can attend or call Mary DeCroce at (860) 621-6143 or Rosemary Champagne, (860) 621-0901 or (860) 621-8328.

Southington Women's Club meeting - The Southington Women's Club is scheduled to meet Thursday, Jan. 15, 11:30 a.m., at The Orchards, 34 Hobart St., Southington. Lunch will be followed by a business meeting and a game of bingo. The club has scheduled its annual Military Whist, benefiting its scholarship program, for Tuesday, April 21 at the First Congregational Church Hall. For information about becoming a member of the club, call (860) 628-9080.

17 Saturday

Family Pizza Night - Family Pizza Night will be held Saturday, Jan. 17, 5 to 8 p.m., at Southington Elks Lodge 1669, 114 Main St. A 16-inch pizza for four people with a choice of three toppings and also chips, salad and dessert can be purchased for $18. Additional pizzas are $10. Specialty pizzas such as Hawaiian, garlic chicken and broccoli, and buffalo chicken can also be ordered. Tickets must be purchased in advance in the tap room between the hours of 4 and 8 p.m.

Miss Southington pageant - The Miss Southington Scholarship Pageant 2009 will be held Saturday, Jan. 17, 7 p.m., at Derynoski Elementary School, 240 Main St. Tickets are $12 per person and can be purchased at the door. Proceeds benefit the scholarship program and Children's Miracle Network. For more information, call JoAnne Salerno, executive director, at (860) 620-3221.

Bus trip to Mohegan Sun - The Southington Grange 25 is hosting a bus trip to Mohegan Sun Casino Saturday, Jan. 17. The bus will depart at noon from the Riccio Lot in downtown Southington. The cost is $25 per person and includes a meal and gaming coupon.

For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Florence at (860) 628-5628.

18 Sunday

Martin Luther King Jr. celebration - Truth and justice today is the theme for the 13th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Community Celebration planned for Sunday, Jan. 18, from 2 to 4 p.m., at the Aqua Turf Club in Plantsville. First Baptist Church of Southington began this event to celebrate and honor the civil rights leader, and to keep his vision alive. This year's guest speaker is the Rev. Dr. Peola Hicks, manager of the Guideposts OurPrayer outreach ministry and pastor of Christian Education and Discipleship at New Life Community Church United Methodist in New Fairfield. The event also includes a food stations luncheon, a discussion forum and music. Two middle school students, one from DePaolo and one from Kennedy, will receive recognition for best exemplifying the attributes of King and their commitment to the community. Tickets are $25 per person or $250 per table of 10 people. To purchase tickets or for more information, call First Baptist Church office, (860) 628-8121.

19 Monday

American Legion Auxiliary - The American Legion Auxiliary Kiltonic Unit 72, Southington, will resume monthly meetings Monday, Jan. 19, 7 p.m. in the Legion Post Hall, 66 Main St. After a short business meeting, the group will work on an Americanism Program, which consists of folding small pocket flags to give to departing troops and to troops currently deployed. The American Legion Auxiliary meets on the third Monday of each month at 7 p.m. For more information, call Rachel Wache, president, at (860) 621-0890.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day - Southington schools, Town Hall, library and Calendar House are closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Regular business and classes resume Tuesday, Jan. 20.

20 Tuesday

Nutmeg Depression Glass Club - The Nutmeg Depression Glass Club meets on the third Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Masonic Temple, 96 Main St., Southington. For information, call Lesley at (203) 440-3686 or Bob at (860) 628-5389.

Survivors of Homicide meeting - Survivors of Homicide, a support group for people who have had a loved one murdered, meet at Southington Care Center, 45 Meriden Ave., Southington, on the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. For more information, contact Marie Pellegrini (860) 621-9939. The Web site is www.survivorsofhomicide.com.

21 Wednesday

Library craft program - Bring Your Own Crafts is a monthly drop-in program at the Southington Library for creative kids ages 7 and up with an adult. The next program is scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 21, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. People are welcome to bring their beading, scrapbooking or other projects to the library for crafts and conversation. Refreshments are served. For more information, contact the children's service desk at (860) 628-0947, ext. 3.

26 Monday

Swing/ballroom dancing - A session of eight beginners and intermediate swing/ballroom dance classes are scheduled for Monday, Jan. 26, Feb. 2, 9 and 23, March 2, 9, 16 and 23, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at North Center School, 240 N. Main St. Contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (860) 276-6219 to register. Pre-registration is required. Payment is due upon registration. Registration cannot be paid the night of class. The cost is $50 per couple. There are no refunds and this class is for couples. Make checks payable to Town of Southington and mail to Parks and Recreation Department, P.O. Box 571, Southington, CT 06489.

27 Tuesday

Genealogy group - The Southington Genealogical Society is scheduled to meet on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m., in the community room of the Southington Police Department, 69 Lazy Lane. There is no admission charge, no obligation to become a member, and seating is on a first-come first-served basis.

Orchard Valley Garden Club - The Orchard Valley Garden Club will meet Tuesday, Jan. 27, at 10 a.m., at the Southington Library, 255 Main St. The club is also a charter member of the Federated Garden Clubs of Connecticut. For club information, call Uta Zickfield at (860) 621-2825 or e-mail gardenclubmembers@att.net.

31 Saturday

Little League and Girl's Softball registration - A town-wide registration for all Southington Little Leagues and Girl's Softball is scheduled for Saturdays, Jan. 31 and Feb. 7, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the Derynoski Elementary School cafeteria, 240 Main St. This is for Southington residents only; the minimum age is 5 years old as of April 30, 2009. Parents should bring the child's birth certificate and the parent's driver's license for proof of residency. For more information, call the Parks and Recreation office at (860) 276-6219.

Feb.
  2 Monday

St. Albans Raid lecture - The Southington Library has scheduled "St. Albans Raid" on Monday, Feb. 2 at 7 p.m. The program is presented by Ralph Lord Roy, of Plantsville. The snow date for the program is Monday, Feb. 9, at 7 p.m. Registration is suggested as seating is limited. For more information and to register visit www.southingtonlibrary.org or call (860) 628-0947, ext. 5.

  7 Saturday

Little League and Girl's Softball registration - A town-wide registration for all Southington Little Leagues and Girl's Softball is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 7 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Derynoski Elementary School cafeteria, 240 Main St. This is for Southington residents only; the minimum age is 5 years old as of April 30, 2009. Parents should bring the child's birth certificate and the parent's driver's license for proof of residency. For more information, call the Parks and Recreation office at (860) 276-6219.

Children's musical - The Southington Land Conservation Trust has scheduled the children's musical "Lemonade," Saturday, Feb. 7, at 7 p.m., at DePaolo Middle School, 385 Pleasant St. The 45-minute presentation includes 34 first- through fourth-graders. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased by calling Bonnie Sica at (860) 621-9553.

Valentine chocolate festival - For the sixth year in a row, the American Legion Auxiliary, Kiltonic Unit 72, in Southington will host the Valentine Chocolate Festival, Saturday, Feb. 7, (snow date Feb. 8), at the American Legion Post Home, 66 Main St., from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be a huge variety of all things chocolate, including candy, cakes, cookies, pies, and tortes, all handmade by members. In addition, there will be over 25 themed raffle baskets and a cafe to have lunch, consisting of stuffed baked potatoes, chowder, hot dogs, drinks and special desserts for a nominal price. The event is open to the public and admission is free.

12 Thursday

Breakfast Club - The Breakfast Club at the First Congregational Church of Southington, 37 Main St., across from the Town Green, meets on the second Thursday, September through June, from 8 to 9 a.m. in Memorial Hall. A complete breakfast is only $1, and the public is always welcome. Adequate parking is available in the municipal parking lot.

Foster parenting program - A program about being a foster parent, presented by the Department of Child and Family Services, will be held Monday, Jan. 12, from 10 a.m. to noon, at the Southington Public Library, 255 Main St. For more information, call the library at (860) 628-0947.

14 Saturday

Valentine Dinner Dance - The Southington Elks Lodge, 114 Main St., is hosting a Valentine Dinner Dance, Saturday, Feb. 14. Cocktail hour begins at 6 p.m., dinner will be served at 7 p.m. and the "Rockin Heartbeats" band will perform from 8 p.m. to midnight. The grand prize raffle is a Farmington Marriott overnight stay, including breakfast. Tickets are $25 per person and are available in the lodge's Tap Room.

For more information, call the lodge at (860) 628-6682.

25 Wednesday

Pottery techniques demonstration - The Southington Arts and Crafts Association has scheduled "Basic Pottery Throwing Techniques," for Wednesday, Feb. 25, at 7 p.m., at the Orchards at Southington, 34 Hobart St. This free demonstration is presented by Richard Kupstis, a retired art and social studies teacher and past president of the Wesleyan Potters in Middletown. The demonstration follows a 6:30 p.m. members meeting. For more information, call (860) 793-9929.

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