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July 13 - 19, 2017
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POSTPONED - Concert on the Green
Thursday, Jul 13, 2017

POSTPONED - Concert on the Green
Postponed until July 18th The Windsor Chamber of Commerce and First Town Downtown invite you to the summer concert series Thursday Evenings 6:30-8:30 pm July 6 - August 24, 2017

Make it a Special Thursday!
* Bring a food item for the Windsor Food & Fuel Bank
* Enjoy dinner at one of Windsor’s quaint restaurants
* Shop at the farmers’ market & local shops
* Then settle in and enjoy the concert!

July 13 - Dyn-O-Myte Disco Review
Sponsored by Windsor Independent Living Association

The All-Star Dyn-O-Myte Disco Review is the East Coast's hottest and most authentic "Flashback to the '70's ba
Farmers' Market
Thursdays thru Oct 19

Farmers' Market
The First Town Downtown 2017 Farmers’ Market is gearing up for its 9th season! This well-attended local marketplace in Windsor Center includes locally grown fruits, vegetables, baked goods, herbs, eggs, cheese, skincare products, candles and more.

The Farmers’ Market runs every Thursday June 29 - October 19 from 3:30-6:30pm and is located at 240 Broad Street in the center of Windsor.
Palisado Cemetery Tour & WWI
Saturday, Jul 15, 2017

Palisado Cemetery Tour & WWI
On Saturday, July 15, 2017 from 8:30 AM to 10 AM, join Society Executive Director Christine Ermenc at the entrance of Palisado Cemetery for a tour commemorating Windsor residents who served on World War I’s battlefields and assisted at the home front. Discover the stories of Windsor residents like Harold Loomer who etched the names of all of the bases where he served onto his mess kit. Nearby is the grave marker of Dorothy Clark Hayden who served as a Red Cross nurse, and that of George E. Crosby Jr., who was appointed Director of Liberty Bonds and Thrift Stamps in Windsor during the wartime
Archaeology Dig at Homestead
Monday, Jul 17, 2017

Archaeology Dig at Homestead
The public is invited to the historic Oliver Ellsworth Homestead the week of July 17 - 21 to view the archaeological investigation under the direction of Dr. Brian Jones, Connecticut State Archaeologist. Dr. Jones will use ground penetrating radar to search for additional buildings that may have existed on the Ellsworth property.
Summer Classic Movie Series - Red River
Tuesday, Jul 18, 2017

Summer Classic Movie Series - Red River
The Windsor Public Library features Red River starring John Wayne, Montgomery Clift, Joanne Dru in their Summer Classic Movie Series. This series will run every Tuesday evening from June 21 to August 23. The film runs from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. Free. 860-285-1918.
Where's Bob?

Where's Bob?
Check the TourWindsorCT Facebook page every weekday in July to see Where Bob is! Then you can enter to win a prize, every day!

If you know where Bob is, you could win! TourWindsorCT.org is hosting a “Where’s Bob?” contest in July to celebrate the expansion of the mobile walking tour of Windsor. You can find that new tour on your smartphone at tourwindsorct.org or by clicking the QR code at any of the Windsor center sites. You’ll find historic sites, points of interest and now, retail, restaurants and attractions in Windsor center.

Every day, Safari Bob will be taking a selfie at a diff
Travel Info Meeting
Thursday, Jul 13, 2017

Travel Info Meeting
Come hear about our upcoming trip to Peru! The meeting will take place on July 13 at the Chamber office at 6:00 pm.

Follow in the ancient footsteps of the Inca on this 8 day express tour of Peru. Guests will explore the colonial city of Lima before visiting the cultural, historic and lively city of Cuzco in the Andes Mountains. With a full day excursion to the breathtaking Inca site of Machu Picchu on the magnificent Vistadome train included, this tour gives visitors a real taste of Peru’s glorious past while offering the chance to network with like-minded travellers.

Sharshon Park Community Block Party
Friday, Jul 14, 2017

Sharshon Park Community Block Party
Join the Windsor Youth Services Bureau and Windsor Police Department on July 14th at Sharshon Park from 4:30pm - 7:30pm. Enjoy carnival games, arts and crafts, face painting, live DJ, bounce-house, kid ID kits, and free food! This event is created by youth in the Summer Teen Employment Program to promote family fun and community spirit in a substance free environment. All activities are free. For more information call 860-285-1990.
Camp out Under the Stars
Saturday, Jul 15, 2017

Camp out Under the Stars
“Camp out Under the Stars”
at Windsor’s Northwest Park

Spend Saturday, July 15th at Northwest Park’s Great Meadow for our “Camp out under the Stars” beginning at 2:00 PM on Saturday through 9:00 AM on Sunday. Join us for canoeing and guided hikes during the day, enjoy picnic style dinner, with the traditional roasting of marshmallows and a light breakfast. Don’t have a tent? No problem. Tents are available on a first come, first served basis. $25.00 (Windsor resident), $30.00 (non-resident) Family $60.00 (Windsor residents), $70.00 (non-residents). Family consists of 2 adults and up to 4 c
Voices Against Lyme Disease CT Tag Sale
Saturday, Jul 15, 2017

Voices Against Lyme Disease CT Tag Sale
Voices Against Lyme Disease CT. a 501c3 based in Windsor, CT will be having a tag sale on the Windsor Town Green on Saturday, July 15, 2017 from 9:00am-3:00pm. All proceeds will go to the organization to help pay for supplies, presentations and material used for free programs the organization provides across the state of CT. These educational programs for organizations, schools and businesses along with booths at wellness fairs etc. bring awareness and prevention recommendations about Lyme Disease and other tick borne illnesses.
If you have any items you would like to donate please send us a
Paint Party at The Blue Dragonfly
Thursday, Jul 13, 2017

Paint Party at The Blue Dragonfly
PAINTING PARTY AT THE BLUE DRAGONFLY
The Blue Dragonfly will be hosting a painting party, limited seating so don't wait.
Your masterpiece will be painted on a 16 X 20 canvas, step by step instructions by:
Irene Hilbert.
When: Wednesday/July 12th
Time: 6:00 PM
Where: The Blue Dragonfly
144 Broad Street
Windsor, CT (next to Nat’s barbecue)
Cost: $40.00
We will provide snacks and you can BYOB.
Taste of Summer
Thursday, Jul 20, 2017

Taste of Summer
Join us for our first ever "Taste of Summer"! Much like our March event, there will be a variety of dishes cooked up by local Windsor restaurants! While you taste, enjoy music from 'Jus US' Motown Music & More! as they perform for the Summer Concert Series on The Green. This is a night you will not want to miss! Admission for Taste of Summer is $25, $20 for Seniors/Educators. If you have further questions please call 860-688-5715 or e-mail victoria@firsttowndowntown.org.

*Like the concert, Taste of Summer's rain date is Tuesday July 25th, 2017
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Open Classroom at the WAC Studios
Feb 23 at Windsor Train Station Studios
Bring Your Gadgets to the Geeks
Feb 25 at Windsor Public Library 323 Broad Street Windsor, CT
First Town Chat
Fridays at 161 Broad Street, Windsor
Monthly Veteran's Coffee Hour
Mar 2 at L.P. Wilson
Open Classroom at the WAC Studios
Mar 2 at Windsor Train Station Studios
Bring Your Gadgets to the Geeks
Mar 4 at Windsor Public Library 323 Broad Street Windsor, CT
Transportation Comm. Mtg
Mar 4 at online
First Town Chat
Fridays at 161 Broad Street, Windsor
Tickborne Illness Support Group
Mar 8 at LP Wilson Community Center, 599 Matianuck Ave. Windsor
Open Classroom at the WAC Studios
Mar 9 at Windsor Train Station Studios
Bring Your Gadgets to the Geeks
Mar 11 at Windsor Public Library 323 Broad Street Windsor, CT
Board of Directors Mtg
Mar 11 at online
Ambassadors Committee Meeting
Mar 12 at online
Alzheimer's Support Group
Mar 13 at Virtual
First Town Chat
Fridays at 161 Broad Street, Windsor
Open Classroom at the WAC Studios
Mar 16 at Windsor Train Station Studios
Programs Committee Mtg
Mar 17 at online
Bring Your Gadgets to the Geeks
Mar 18 at Windsor Public Library 323 Broad Street Windsor, CT
First Town Chat
Fridays at 161 Broad Street, Windsor
Tickborne Illness Support Group
Mar 22 at LP Wilson Community Center, 599 Matianuck Ave. Windsor
Open Classroom at the WAC Studios
Mar 23 at Windsor Train Station Studios
Bring Your Gadgets to the Geeks
Mar 25 at Windsor Public Library 323 Broad Street Windsor, CT
Open Classroom at the WAC Studios
Feb 23 at Windsor Train Station Studios
Open Classroom at the WAC Studios
Feb 23 at Windsor Train Station Studios
Bring Your Gadgets to the Geeks
Feb 25 at Windsor Public Library 323 Broad Street Windsor, CT
First Town Chat
Fridays at 161 Broad Street, Windsor
Monthly Veteran's Coffee Hour
Mar 2 at L.P. Wilson
Open Classroom at the WAC Studios
Mar 2 at Windsor Train Station Studios
First Town Chat
Fridays at 161 Broad Street, Windsor
Monthly Veteran's Coffee Hour
Mar 2 at L.P. Wilson
Open Classroom at the WAC Studios
Mar 2 at Windsor Train Station Studios
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