OUT & ABOUT IN CT
May 30 - June 2 - Danielson
"The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley, Jr."at Little Theater on Broad Street, 185 Broad St. Danielson, CT 06239 The beloved children's book written by Jeff Brown in 1964 has become a literary and pop cultural phenomenon, delighting readers and travelers all around the world. This musical takes everyone's favorite two-dimensional hero and given him a new life on the stage. Thu.-Sat. 7 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. Adults $10, seniors and children $8 (860) 779-5390 www.facebook.com/littletheater
May 30 - June 2 - Hartford
Unexpected Sounds at The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts, 166 Capitol Ave. Hartford, CT 06106 For the season finale, the Hartford Symphony performs music of composers who dismissed convention to create vivid new sounds colors. Stravinsky's Rite of Spring, which will be performed exactly 100 years after the premiere, caused riots; John Williams' film scores for Harry Potter brought to life the awe-inspiring story that nurtured an entire new generation of readers, and contemporary composer Huang Ruo created a new concerto for Sheng, an ancient Chinese mouth organ known for its exotic sound. Call for ticket information. Thu.7:30 p.m., Fri. & Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m. (860) 244-2999 www.hartfordsymphony.org
May 30 - June 2 - Hartford
St. Georges Annual Greek Festival 2013 at St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 433 Fairfield Ave., Hartford CT 06114 Live music, dancing, imports, authentic Greek dancing and guided church tours. Food is served continuously! Free admission. Thu 5pm-10pm, Fri 11am-11pm, Sat 11am-Midnight, Sun 12pm-5pm (860) 956-7586 www.stgeorgecathedral.org
May 30 - June 2 - Preston
Bluegrass Music Festival at Strawberry Park Resort Campground, 42 Pierce Rd. Preston, CT 06365. Four-day Bluegrass festival featuring concerts, music workshops, food and craft vendors, and more. Day tickets and weekend passes available, as well as free rough camping (with music pass), rentals and campsites. Folk music stage as well. Call for schedule and ticket information. (860) 886-1944 www.strawberrypark.net
May 31 - July 7 - Hartford
"Dr. Ruth, All The Way" at TheaterWorks, 233 Pearl St., Hartford, CT 06103 Everyone knows Dr. Ruth from her career as a pioneering radio and television sex therapist. Few, however, know the incredible journey that preceded it. From fleeing the Nazis in the Kindertransport and joining the Haganah in Jerusalem as a scout and sniper, to her struggles to succeed as a single mother coming to America, Dr. Ruth, All the Way is filled with the humor, honesty and life-affirming spirit of Karola Ruth Siegel, the girl who became "Dr. Ruth." Tue.-Thu., Sun. 7:30 p.m.; Fri. and Sat. 8 p.m.; Sat. and Sun. 2:30 p.m. $35-$63 ($17 student rush). (860) 527-7838 www.theaterworkshartford.org
May 31 - June 8 - Noank
Book Sale at Mystic & Noank Library, 40 Library St., Mystic, CT 06355 Local authors, new fiction and non-fiction, cookbooks, children's books, and much, much more. Preview on May 31, from 5 p.m.-7 p.m., for the book sale with a $5 admission. The sale continues from June 1 through June 8 during regular library hours. Mon.-Wed. 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Thu.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. (860) 536-7721 www.mysticnoanklibrary.org
May 31 - June 1 - Waterbury
"Dreamgirls" at the Palace Theater, 100 East Main Street, Waterbury, CT 06702 Catch the Dream! Full of onstage joy and backstage drama, the sensational new production of Dreamgirls tells the story of an up-and-coming 1960s girl singing group, and the triumphs and tribulations that come with fame and fortune. With music by Academy Award nominee Henry Krieger and book and lyrics by Tony and Grammy Award winner Tom Eyen, Dreamgirls features the unforgettable hits: "And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going," "One Night Only" and "Listen." Fri. 8 p.m., Sat. 2 p.m. & 8 p.m. $49-$69. (203) 346-2000 www.palacetheaterct.org
May 31 - June 9 - Willimantic
"Lend Me A Tenor" at the Burton Leavitt Theatre, 779 Main St., Willimantic, CT 06226 Set in the 1930s, Lend Me a Tenor is a madcap screwball comedy that takes place when Tito Merelli, the fiery-tempered and world famous Italian superstar, arrives in Cleveland, Ohio to make his debut with the local opera company and promptly goes missing. As Saunders, the show's presenter, conspires to cover for Tito's absence, placate his hot-blooded wife, and distract his most passionate fans, chaos on a truly operatic level ensues. Thu. 7:30 p.m., Fri. & Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. Adults $17, seniors and students $14, children (under 12) $10. (860) 423-2245 www.windhamtheatreguild.org
June 1 - Guilford
Community Nursery School Little Folks Fair, Guilford Green, Guilford, CT 06437 Come enjoy a trackless train, a circus arena, petting zoo, crafts, face painting and moon bounces plus a Storyland adventure and Winnie the Pooh obstacle course. Browse through the treasure chest, a lightly used toy tag sale or find a great deal in the silent auction. Take a break, listen to a storyteller or some live music and fill up on food from the grill, popcorn, ice cream and more. Then bring home some delicious homemade baked goods. Lots of fun for the whole family. Admission cost: Free Under 2, $1 Age 2-12, $2 Age 13+, activity tickets are $.50 each 11am - 4pm (203) 453-5500 www.guilfordcns.org/littlefolksfair.html
June 1-2 - Mystic
Civil War Naval Encampment at Mystic Seaport, 75 Greenmanville Ave., Mystic, CT 06355 This active naval encampment commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Civil War, will be a truly one-of-a-kind event, drawing Naval and Marine reenactors from all over the East Coast. Step back in time to remember the often forgotten history of the Navy in the American Civil War. More than 150 Civil War reenactors will take part in the encampment, representing the U.S. Naval Landing Party, the 8th, 11th, and 14th Connecticut Volunteer Infantry, as well as the Connecticut 2nd Heavy Artillery. The reenactors will spend two days camped out on the museum's village green to remember Connecticut's role in the conflict. Watch as uniformed sailors, soldiers, and artillerymen perform demonstrations, march in formation, fire muskets and cannons, and participate in an amphibious operation on the Mystic River. Hear special talks and learn about the naval contributions to the conflict. If you love maritime history this is an event that cannot be missed. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free with museum admission. (860) 572-0711 www.mysticseaport.org
June 1 - New London
Free First Saturdays: "Pop Goes the Easel" at The Lyman Allyn Art Museum, 625 Williams St., New London, CT 06320 Pop Goes the Easelexplores Pop Art of the 1960s and its impact on painting, printmaking, and sculpture in the decades that followed. These artists chose banal subjects such as soup cans, cows, race cars, and pin-up girls; they appropriated the look of advertising, commercial art, and comic strips; and they adopted commercial techniques such as stenciling and silk screening. By exploding traditional notions of easel painting, Pop artists of the 1960s radically expanded the possibilities of how art is made and how it is viewed. Pop Art and its Progeny explore the social and political avenues opened up by Pop for more recent American artists as well as for those working on the global stage. This exhibition shows how Pop Art freed later artists to pursue new directions and to broaden their perception, and our understanding, of the world around us. Free admission from 10 a.m.-noon, art project 1 p.m.-3 p.m. (860) 443-2545 www.lymanallyn.org
June 1 - Norwich
River Fest & Dragon Boat Racing at Howard T. Brown Memorial Park, Chelsea Harbor Dr., Norwich, CT 06320 A free community event with great boat races and a business expo. 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Free. (860) 887-1647 www.norwichchamber.org
June 1-2 - North Stonington
Spring Festival at Jonathan Edwards Winery, 74 Chester Maine Rd., North Stonington, CT 06359 Featuring four bands, funky photo booth, barrel roll contests, airbrush tattoo artists, gourmet food, artisans tent and wine tastings. Noon-6 p.m. $20 in advance, $25 day of event. Children (under 12) free. (860) 535-0202 www.jedwardswinery.com
June 1-2 - Statewide
Connecticut Trails Day Weekend. Join the Connecticut Forest & Park Association and celebrate trails. There will be outdoor activities for everyone, including hiking, biking, horseback riding, running, trail maintenance, kayaking, educational walks, bird watching, letterboxing, and more. These events are led by knowledgeable volunteers from hiking clubs, municipalities, state agencies, conservation organizations, education groups, and land trusts. For more information and to view the 2013 CT Trails Day Weekend Booklet online, visit www.ctwoodlands.org/CT-TrailsDayWeekend2013
June 1 - Waterbury
Beach Boys in Concert at the Palace Theatre, 61 Atlantic St., Stamford, CT 06901 As the Beach Boys mark more than a half century of making music, the group continues to ride the crest of a wave unequalled in America's musical history. Benefit for Dana's Angels Research Trust. For VIP tickets with pre-concert reception, call (203) 861-2063. $50-$110 (203) 325-4466 www.scalive.org
June 1 - Windsor
Rainbow Fishway Open House at the Rainbow Dam Fishway, 400 Rainbow Rd. Windsor, CT 06095 The fishway on the Rainbow Reservoir will be open to the public for tours and viewing migrating fish. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. (860) 447-4317 www.ct.gov/deep
June 2 - Danbury
Summer Concert Series at Ives Concert Park at Western Connecticut State University, 43 Lake St. Extension, Danbury, CT 06810 Featuring Gov't Mule. $20-$35 in advance; $25 day of show. 6 p.m. (800) 745-3000 www.ivesconcertpark.com
June 2 - Norwalk
Game On! at Stepping Stones Museum, Mathews Park, 303 West Avenue Norwalk, CT 06850 Get ready to discover the athlete in you! Enjoy outdoor games with the museum coach, weather permitting, to learn teamwork, accomplishment, responsibility, friendship and more. Ages 5 and up. Limited participation - 15 children max. 3:30 - 4:30 pm Arrive early and sign up at the Welcome Desk. Free with Museum Admission (203) 899-0606 www.steppingstonesmuseum.org
June 2 - Norwalk
Get Into it! Free! at Stepping Stones Museum, Mathews Park, 303 West Avenue Norwalk, CT 06850
Dental Screenings - Enjoy free admission, activities, giveaways and dental screenings from All About Kids Pediatric Dentistry. An Open Arms program. 5 - 8 pm(203) 899-0606 www.steppingstonesmuseum.org
June 2 - Plainville
Wings & Wheels Fly-In and Car Show at Robertson Airport, 62 Johnson Ave., Plainville, CT 06062 Featuring show cars, static aircraft displays, airplane and helicopter rides, children's activities, aviation and food vendors and live entertainment. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Adults $5, children (5-11) $2, under 5 free. (800) 573-5519 www.plainvillewingsandwheels.com
June 2 - Woodbury
Antique Car Show at Hollow Park, Hollow Rd. Woodbury, CT 06798 First staged in 1978, the annual car show has grown to into one of the premier events for classic car collectors , being named the "#1 Car Show" by the readers of Connecticut Cruise News magazine. Along with hundreds of antique, stock and custom classic cars, sports cars and hot rods entered into judging for the best of their class, the Car Show features displays by local car dealerships, vendors and food and beverage tents serving hamburgers, hot dogs, pop corn and cotton candy. A DJ plays "cruise music" all day. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Admission price is $15 per car, $5 per person, children $1 with those under 10, free. www.woodburyctlions.org
June 2 - Ridgefield
Bacon Brothers at Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge Rd., Ridgefield, CT 06877 Kevin knows how to rock out on the guitar in a way that will make the audience forget that he is one of the most prolific actors of our time. Special guest Matt Schofield. 8 p.m. $65 (203) 438-5795 www.ridgefieldplayhouse.org
June 2 - Seymour
Founders' Day in downtown Seymour. A day to celebrate the past and enjoy the present and highlight the future with history, entertainment and fun. Main Street will be filled with antiques, crafters, entertainment, children's activities, dunk tank, and a train obstacle course. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. www.seymourfoundersday.org
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