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June 3 Mystic Magic of Motown Brunch. Grab your dancing shoes and join us for Magic of Motown brunch in the heart of Mystic. This family-friendly show will have your feet tapping and you'll be on the dance floor in no time. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. General admission includes full brunch buffet and Magic of Motown band performance. No reserved seating. Doors open at 11 a.m., band takes the stage at 11:30 a.m. The IRONS Restaurant & Bar at Hilton Mystic 20 Coogan Blvd. Mystic, CT 06355 (860) 572-2504 theironsmystic.com June 7 - August 29 Westbrook “Artists in the Making,” an art exhibition featuring works by students from the Barn for Artistic Youth at the Valentine H. Zahn Community Gallery at Middlesex Hospital Shoreline Medical Center. Meet the artists at a reception on Thursday, June 7 from 6 – 8 p.m. The Gallery is open during regular business hours and is located at 250 Flat Rock Place, Westbrook, CT. For more information, contact Middlesex Hospital at 860-358-6200 or zahngallery@gmail.com.
June 7 & 9 Essex First Up in June…Essex in Bloom! On June 7, Essex will be in full bloom flower boxes and containers will be planted, village shops and galleries will be stocked with fresh summer merchandise, and restaurants will be debuting seasonal menus. Special retail offers and restaurant menu items with a floral theme will ramp up the merriment. “While the primary goal of Essex in Bloom is to create a festive evening on Thursday, it’s also intended to provide a fitting and friendly welcome for visitors to the Friends of the Essex Library Garden Tour on Saturday, June 9, Contact: Susan Dee Public Relations, 1st Thursdays in Essex (860)227-4124 susandee90@gmail.com June 9 East Haddam Connecticut Open House Day - Brasato at Staehly Farm Winery & Tree Farm. Come take a stroll around the winery and garden center. Sip wine among the flowers, then snack on a donut while touring the farm or get some to go! You might be surprised by how well some hand-crafted meatballs pair with unique tomato wine! Explore local attractions like Gillette Castle State Park and Devil's Hopyard while you're in the area. 1 p.m.-5 p.m., or when sold out. Staehly Farm & Winery 278 Town St. East Haddam, CT 06423
June 14 Chester Please join us at the Leif Nilsson Spring Street Studio & Gallery at 1 Spring Street in Chester Center for a Concert in the Garden on Thursday, June 14, 2018 7pm - 9pm with Eric Fresia. Opening for Eric will be Leif Nilsson’s band Arrownhead. On Thursday June 28 from 7-9pm we have jazz great Michelle Walker with Opius Bliss! $20 donation BYOB and picnic – Sorry no pets. GATES OPEN Half Hour before the show. For more info log onto nilssonstudio.com or call 860-526-2077. June 14 An Evening with NEW/NOW Artist Paul Baylock. New Britain Museum of American Art An indepth discussion with NEW/NOW artist Paul Baylock, who will discuss how his upbringing in New Britain has helped define his life and artistic career. Baylock expresses and preserves the city's rich industrial history through his vibrant paintings and sculptures, drawing imagery from vintage publications and mechanical magazines from his youth while celebrating New Britain’s present. 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m.New Britain Museum of American Art 56 Lexington St. New Britain, CT 06052 (860) 229-0257
June 23-24 Salem 6th annual outdoor show with 80+ vendors selling their wares; all things vintage, repurposed, barn finds, antiques, home decor, salvage, upcycled, artisan made & more! PURE VINTAGE BLISS! Live music, food truck fare, appraisers, vintage campers. Raffle to benefit the Salem Volunteer Fire Dept. Pet friendly (leashed) Saturday 10 to 4 Sunday 10 to 3 Salem Community Town Park, 89 Norwich Road Route 82 Salem, CT Admission $3. 12 yrs & under free. Free onsite parking This is a RAIN or SHINE event. www.thevintagemarketsalemct.com June 29 - Westbrook A Tribute to Neil Diamond & Billy Joel. Enjoy the hits of Neil Diamond & Billy Joel during this cabaretstyle dinner show performed by Anthony Edwards. Reception at 6 p.m., dinner and show at 7 p.m.Water's Edge Resort and Spa | 1525 Boston Post Road Westbrook CT 06498 Resort: 860.399.5901 watersedgeresortandspa.com