Playhouse on Park

Alexander is having a bad day. A terrible day. A horrible day. To be quite honest, it's a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day. Not only does he wake up with gum in his hair, but his mother forgets to pack him dessert, and his best friend decides he's not his best friend anymore. It is enough to make anyone want to go to Australia. But then, everybody has bad days, sometimes. In this delightful adaptation of her popular book, Judith Viorst sets Alexander's rather trying life to music and brings to the stage one of America's feistiest characters. Alexander's struggles with life's daily dramas will not only entertain but educate young audiences as they identify with Alexander and the obstacles he encounters.

Local Event: Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day

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Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good,...

Tuesday April 16, 2024: Alexander is having a bad day. A terrible day. A horrible day. To be quite honest, it's a terrible, horrible, no...

Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day

Simsbury Public Library

Lifestyle Medicine focuses on preventive healthcare and self-care in dealing with prevention and treatment for many common medical conditions. In this Third and final session, presenter Kathleen Olchowski will cover:
-What is Heart Disease -Risk factors for Heart Disease -Plethora of Tests -Conventional Treatment -Lifestyle Medicine Treatment and Reversal -Pillars of Lifestyle -Tips for Heart Health
Kathleen Olchowski holds a BS in Health and FItness and has been a Registered Nurse for 10 years, currently working at Middlesex Hospital on the cardiac floor. As a Lifestyle Medicine Health Coach, she is passionate about empowering people in understanding and taking an active part in disease prevention.

Local Event: Lifestyle Medicine: Heart Health

Lifestyle Medicine: Heart Health

Wednesday April 17, 2024: Lifestyle Medicine focuses on preventive healthcare and self-care in dealing with prevention and treatment for many...

Join us this Spring for a series focusing on building skills and sharing resources for your job and career needs.
Both Simsbury and Bloomfield libraries subscribe to online databases to help support you in your job search and career advancement.
Sara Ray will show you how to navigate LearningExpress Library, which includes self-paced computer skills, occupational test preparation, and workplace success skills. Cyn Thomas will explore JobNow that can help you navigate interviews, resume-writing, and job searching.
The demonstrations will be based on Simsbury and Bloomfield library card holders. If you reside elsewhere, you are welcome to join us, just know that your access results may vary.
Co-sponsored by the Bloomfield and the Simsbury Public Libraries.

Local Event: VIRTUAL - Job and Career Series: Library Resources with Sara and Cyn

VIRTUAL - Job and Career Series: Library...

Wednesday April 17, 2024: Join us this Spring for a series focusing on building skills and sharing resources for your job and career...

VIRTUAL - Job and Career Series: Library Resources with Sara and Cyn

Indulge in locally grown,top quality tulips while sipping our latest&nbsp;Rosé arrivals. You'll piece together your own beautiful bunch, perfect for spring and sure to add beauty to your home. Don't miss this hands-on experience arranging your flowers and expressing your creativity. $45

Local Event: Bloom Bar & Rosé Tasting

Bloom Bar & Rosé Tasting

Thursday April 18, 2024: Indulge in locally grown,top quality tulips while sipping our latest&nbsp;Rosé arrivals. You'll piece together your...

For All Ages is hosting the ‘Simsbury Social Connections Project’, a three-part interactive event series at the Simsbury Public Library for residents and groups interested in learning about the detrimental health impacts of loneliness and the vital importance of social health and how to design an event that fosters social connection.
On Saturday, March 23 (2-3:30 pm) and Thursday, April 18 (6-7:30 pm), attendees will learn the difference between loneliness and isolation, how loneliness impacts different populations, how social connection improves our mental and physical health, and the actionable steps we can take to improve social health. At the final event on Saturday, May 11 (3-4:30 pm), community groups and residents will collaborate to design events that foster social connection with guidance from For All Ages.
In May 2023, US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy declared loneliness a public health crisis. More than 60% of us are reporting feeling lonely on a regular basis with the loneliest group being young adults ages 18-22. Loneliness is a root cause of anxiety, depression, substance abuse, gun violence, heart disease, dementia, and suicide. Via this community impact program, For All Ages aims to inspire, actively engage, and collaborate with multiple local community groups and residents to improve social health in town.
For All Ages invites local organizations to become a ‘Social Connections’ partner by committing to send a team of 3 or more people to the three sessions and to create a program or event to reduce loneliness/improve social connectedness to take place later in 2024. Partnering community groups will be shown on the For All Ages’ Simsbury Connections webpage and should have their team members sign up by March 20 at <a href="https://www.forallages.org/simsbury-connections" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">forallages.org/simsbury-connections</a>. Groups with questions can contact Deb at <a href="mailto:deb.bibbins@forallages.org">deb.bibbins@forallages.org</a>.
Simsbury residents do not need to be connected with a community group to attend. Residents are welcome and encouraged to attend one, two, or all three events. Residents interested in attending these events should sign up at <a href="https://www.forallages.org/simsbury-connections" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">forallages.org/simsbury-connections</a>.

Local Event: Simsbury Social Connections Event #2

Simsbury Social Connections Event #2

Thursday April 18, 2024: For All Ages is hosting the ‘Simsbury Social Connections Project’, a three-part interactive event series at the...

Polish National Home Inc

Strong Poss-Abilities, Inc. is a nonprofit personal training studio for the special needs community in Windsor Locks. We are having our 3rd annual Designer Bag Bingo and raffle on Saturday, April 20, 2024. We will have fantastic bingo prizes AND our tea cup raffles will be bigger and better! 
$40 for 10 games &amp; a dauber. Teacup raffles are separate.&nbsp;Cash Bar but you are welcome to bring your own snacks! Ticket sales through April 2

Local Event: Designer Bag Bingo and Teacup Raffle

Designer Bag Bingo and Teacup Raffle

Saturday April 20, 2024: Strong Poss-Abilities, Inc. is a nonprofit personal training studio for the special needs community in Windsor Locks....

The Coffee Spot

Immerse yourself in the romantic Regency world of Bridgerton to benefit a great cause! On Saturday, April 20th from 6:00 - 10:00 pm, join the “ton” at a period costume ball, with all proceeds to benefit the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Held at The Coffee Spot at 750 Hopmeadow St in Simsbury, this charming event will include croquet on the front lawn, ballroom dancing lessons, tea, finger sandwiches and pastries, a Bridgerton Trivia game, a silent auction and more. Tickets start at $65 per person. Upgrade to a premium ticket tier to add a wine tasting or horse &amp; carriage ride around beautiful Simsbury. Dress is black tie optional, and period costumes are also optional.

Local Event: ‘Buryton Ball: A Bridgerton-inspired event 

‘Buryton Ball: A Bridgerton-inspired event 

Saturday April 20, 2024: Immerse yourself in the romantic Regency world of Bridgerton to benefit a great cause! On Saturday, April 20th from...

BUNCO- Play this fun and easy game with the Farmington Valley Chorus. Doors open at&nbsp;6:00pm, Saturday, April 20, 2024, at the Simsbury Masonic Lodge, 991 Hopmeadow Street, Simsbury. $30 for the games, food and drink. Some great raffle prizes, too. We may even sing for you. For tickets and info visit SingFVC.org

Local Event: Play Bunco

Play Bunco

Saturday April 20, 2024: BUNCO- Play this fun and easy game with the Farmington Valley Chorus. Doors open at&nbsp;6:00pm, Saturday, April 20,...

Come join us for a delightful Brunch on the Farm with Distinctive Ideas! Enjoy a morning surrounded by fresh air, green fields, and delicious farm-fresh food. Indulge in a mouthwatering selection of organic dishes prepared with locally sourced ingredients. You'll have the chance to sip on refreshing drinks while soaking up the picturesque farm views. This is a wonderful opportunity to unwind and connect with nature.

Local Event: Brunch on the Farm

Brunch on the Farm

Sunday April 21, 2024: Come join us for a delightful Brunch on the Farm with Distinctive Ideas! Enjoy a morning surrounded by fresh air,...

Start your growing journey today with our workshop focusing on urban and container growers. Topics covered include principles of container gardening, grow lights, practical grow setups, upcycling containers, plant spacing &amp; container size, pest &amp; disease management, DIY fertilizers, and more.

Local Event: Gardening On A Budget 

Gardening On A Budget 

Tuesday April 23, 2024: Start your growing journey today with our workshop focusing on urban and container growers. Topics covered include...

This talk gives a broad, balanced overview of the invasive plant issue. Starting with definitions, we will go on to legislative updates. We will then go into the origins, identifying characteristics and life cycles of some species commonly encountered in Connecticut. Herbarium specimens, or live samples when possible, are used to make this a hands-on event.
Rose Hiskes works as a diagnostician and horticulturist at The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, Valley Laboratory, in Windsor, CT. Rose has a bachelor’s degree in agriculture from the University of Illinois and a master’s degree in plant science from the University of Connecticut. She has worked in the green industry for over 30 years. Some of her horticultural interests are insects, flower gardening and invasive plants. She is a volunteer with the Connecticut Invasive Plant Working Group.

Local Event: Gardeners of Simsbury: Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station & Invasive Plant Species

Gardeners of Simsbury: Connecticut Agricultural...

Tuesday April 23, 2024: This talk gives a broad, balanced overview of the invasive plant issue. Starting with definitions, we will go on to...

Gardeners of Simsbury: Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station & Invasive Plant Species

Genetic tools offer solutions to significant environmental challenges. However, many people wonder about the unintended consequences that can arise from altering our ecosystem. This program will focus on three real, experimental uses of gene editing to improve agriculture, save an endangered species, and revive the woolly mammoth as a climate-stabilization strategy. Attendees will have the opportunity to discuss the questions, risks, and benefits of using gene editing technology to address today’s environmental problems.
Gillian McNeil is a genetics specialist and public engagement associate for the Personal Genetics Education Project (PGED) at Harvard Medical School. Gillian creates educational products that reach teachers nationwide and facilitates community programs at venues across New England. She is passionate about communicating creatively and ethically about science. Gillian earned her B.S. in molecular biology and M.S. in healthcare genetics from UConn.

Local Event: Introduction to Personal Genetics: Gene Editing & the Environment

Introduction to Personal Genetics: Gene Editing...

Wednesday April 24, 2024: Genetic tools offer solutions to significant environmental challenges. However, many people wonder about the...

Introduction to Personal Genetics: Gene Editing & the Environment

Join us this Spring for a series focusing on building skills and sharing resources for your job and career needs.
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the average person will change careers 5-7 times during their lifetime. Presented by Annette Bosley-Boyce, an MBTI Certified Practitioner, this workshop focuses on changing career later in life. You’ll discover through assessments how to review interests and skills, research careers and opportunities, and figure out your next steps to succeed.
This program is interactive and you should have access to a second device or be able to navigate the internet while on Zoom in order to take the assessment.
Co-sponsored by the Bloomfield and the Simsbury Public Libraries.

Local Event: VIRTUAL - Job and Career Series: Career Planning Again? Self-Discovery in Midlife

VIRTUAL - Job and Career Series: Career...

Wednesday April 24, 2024: Join us this Spring for a series focusing on building skills and sharing resources for your job and career...

VIRTUAL - Job and Career Series: Career Planning Again? Self-Discovery in Midlife

Drivers age 50+ will learn the current rules of the road, defensive driving techniques and how to operate your vehicle more safely in today's increasingly challenging driving environment.
Cost is $20 for members or $25 for non-members paid to AARP on the day of the program.

Local Event: AARP Smart Driver Course

AARP Smart Driver Course

Thursday April 25, 2024: Drivers age 50+ will learn the current rules of the road, defensive driving techniques and how to operate your...

158 Auer Farm Rd, Bloomfield, CT, 06002

🍸 Unleash Your Inner Mixologist at our Swanky Adult Mixology Class! 🍹
Join us for an unforgettable evening of conversations about cocktails &amp; creativity, hosted by Distinctive Ideas in partnership with renowned Mixologist Katie Lloyd and sponsored by Opici Family Distributing.
📅 Date: Thursday - April 25th 🕖 Time: 6 pm - 8 pm 🏠 Location: Auerfarm - Bloomfield, CT
Get ready to elevate your cocktail game as Mixologist Katie Lloyd guides you through the art of mixology, showcasing 3 staple cocktail and variations on those classics. Whether you're a seasoned bartender or a complete novice, this class is designed to inspire and delight your taste buds.
Here's what you can expect: 🍹 Learn essential mixology techniques and secrets from the pros. 🎉 Watch as mixologist Katie Lloyd walks you through craft cocktail building to wow the guests at your next function. 👩‍🍳 Gain insights into pairing suggestions with Chef Kristiann, who will tantalize your palate with delectable bites. 💡 Discover improvisation techniques to craft unique and personalized cocktails at home.
This isn't just a class—it's a swanky affair where you'll mingle with fellow cocktail enthusiasts, savor exquisite drinks, and indulge in gourmet delights.
Don't miss out on this exclusive opportunity to sit front row as learn your way to mixology mastery! Reserve your spot now and get ready to elevate your cocktail game to new heights.
Limited spots available, so secure your ticket today!

Local Event: Mixology 101: The Art of Improv

Mixology 101: The Art of Improv

Thursday April 25, 2024: 🍸 Unleash Your Inner Mixologist at our Swanky Adult Mixology Class! 🍹
Join us for an unforgettable evening of...

Simsbury Free Library

Join us for a Quiet Reading Party at the Simsbury Free Library.
Whether you’re a seasoned bookworm or just looking for a peaceful retreat, this is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the joy of reading while enjoying the company of fellow book lovers. Bring your favorite book, a beverage, and come read with us! Light refreshments will be served.&nbsp;Free for SFL members, a free-will donation is appreciated from non-members.&nbsp;PleaseRSVP at: simsburyfreelibrary@gmail.com. Event Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Local Event: Quiet Reading Party

Quiet Reading Party

Thursday April 25, 2024: Join us for a Quiet Reading Party at the Simsbury Free Library.
Whether you’re a seasoned bookworm or just looking...

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Local Event: Charcuterie Workshop and Wine Tasting

Charcuterie Workshop and Wine Tasting

Friday April 26, 2024: Buy your ticket today!&nbsp;https://www.eventbrite.com/e/c...

Come join us for a delightful evening at Auerfarm as we celebrate the arrival of spring! Indulge in a scrumptious 4 course meal prepared by our talented Resident Chef Kristiann of Distinctive Ideas. This is a fantastic opportunity to socialize, enjoy delicious food, and embrace the beauty of the changing season.
Don't miss out on this special event. Mark your calendars and get ready for a memorable spring farm-to-table dinner experience at Auerfarm!

Local Event: Spring Dinner at Auerfarm

Spring Dinner at Auerfarm

Friday April 26, 2024: Come join us for a delightful evening at Auerfarm as we celebrate the arrival of spring! Indulge in a scrumptious 4...

Are you a local organization looking for volunteers or know one that is? The Simsbury Public Library will be hosting a Volunteer Expo on Saturday, April 27th from 10AM - 12PM. If you're interested in having your organization be involved, please contact the Library's Acting Head of Adult Services Christopher Carney at ccarney@simsburylibrary.info by Friday, April 5th.

Local Event: Spring Volunteer Expo

Spring Volunteer Expo

Saturday April 27, 2024: Are you a local organization looking for volunteers or know one that is? The Simsbury Public Library will be hosting...

1375 Hopmeadow St

Join us in welcoming back the Scott Hamilton CARES Foundation for the second annual Sk8 to Elimin8 Ice Show at the ISCC on April 27, 2024. Featuring Olympic, World, and National Champion Figure Skaters, it will be an evening to remember benefiting the Scott Hamilton CARES Foundation and the Connecticut Children's Medical Center. All are welcome to come watch and support the community's efforts in raising money for cancer research!
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Want to participate and fundraise for the event? Participate in our Frozen 5k Public Skate or donate to show support for the cause.
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Sk8 to Elimin8 Ice Show Guest Participants:
Mike Stacy (Event MC); Host of the Mike and Mary Morning Show
Katia Gordeeva, 2-time Olympic and 4-time World Champion
Victor Petrenko, Olympic and World Champion
Maxim Naumov, 2023 U.S. Figure Skating National Pewter Medalist
More To Be Announced!
Located at the International Skating Center of CT (ISCC) at 1375 Hopmeadow St. in Simsbury, CT.

Local Event: Sk8 to Elimin8 Cancer Ice Show & Fundraiser

Sk8 to Elimin8 Cancer Ice Show & Fundraiser

Saturday April 27, 2024: Join us in welcoming back the Scott Hamilton CARES Foundation for the second annual Sk8 to Elimin8 Ice Show at the...

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