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What's Going on in Windsor

July 8 - 15, 2021
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Windsor Garden Tour - Hope Blooms
Saturday, Jul 10, 2021

Windsor Garden Tour - Hope Blooms
The Windsor Garden Club presents Hope Blooms, a self-guided garden tour of eight private gardens in Windsor on Saturday, July 10, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Tickets $15 each before July 6, $20 after July 6.
Purchase tickets online - http://windsorgardenclubct.org/cart/ (before July 6)

Purchase tickets in person:
Ashley's Distinctive Jewelry and Gifts - 555 Day Hill Road, Windsor
Blue Dragonfly Gift Shop - 144 Broad Street, Windsor
Jordan's Florist - 10 Palisado Avenue, Windsor
Woodland Gardens - 168 Woodland Street, Manchester

You can also purchase from your favorite WGC member!
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Wednesday Cruise Night
Wednesdays

Wednesday Cruise Night
Join us on Wednesday nights through out the summer at Bart's Drive In for our Wednesday Cruise Nights. 5:00 pm to sunset.
Family Event.
Music by Tony D.
Food Specials.
Free and open to the public.
Please visit www.bartsdrivein.com for updates and rain cancellations

Farmers Market
Thursdays

Farmers Market
The First Town Downtown Farmers Market will be open from 3:00 – 6:30 PM each Thursday starting June 24 through October 21, 2021 at 240 Broad Street in Windsor Center.

This well-attended local marketplace in Windsor Center includes locally grown fruits, vegetables, baked goods, herbs, eggs, cheese, skincare products, candles and more.
Hypertension Workshop
Monday, Jul 12, 2021

Hypertension Workshop
The Windsor Health Department is hosting a series of 6 Hypertension Workshops or High Blood Pressure Workshops. These workshops are scheduled over the summer and will be offered via Zoom. The dates and topics are listed below. In addition, each time you return the workshop evaluation and the Pre-Diabetes Risk Test, you will receive a $5 First Town Downtown Gift Card with a maximum of $30 awarded.

Monday, June 14: Blood Pressure Classifications and Importance of Blood Pressure Control
Atique Mirza, MD
Register on-line. They will be presented via Zoom.
There is no charge to participa
FTDT/Monarch Painting Party
Saturday, Jul 10, 2021

FTDT/Monarch Painting Party
Irene’s Traveling Palette is pleased to offer a paint party in conjunction with the First Town Downtown’s Monarch Project Upcycled Planter Challenge!

July 10, 2021 at 2:30 at the Beanery, 55 Palisado Ave, Windsor, CT.

The cost to participate is $30. That includes all materials and a 14? x 14? canvas to create your masterpiece on in our fun class!

To register go to: http://irenespaintparties.com/july-10-at-the-beanery/
Sulema DePeyster Joins Windsor Historical Society

Sulema DePeyster Joins Windsor Historical Society
Windsor Historical Society is very pleased to announce that Sulema DePeyster has accepted the position of Community History Specialist to support its community engagement efforts. A recent UCONN graduate with a BA in history, DePeyster has garnered numerous awards in the field including the Undergraduate History Excellence Award and the Sandra Rux Fellowship for outstanding work on independent history projects. She has also worked closely with Professor Fiona Vernal and the Engaged, Public, Oral, and Community Histories (EPOCH) program, including collecting oral histories of Windsor residents
Upcycled Planter Challenge / Walk
Jul 2 - 13

Upcycled Planter Challenge / Walk
The Windsor Monarch Project committee and First Town Downtown encourage you to visit Windsor Center from July 2-13, where thirty-five upcycled planters will be on display at various sponsor business locations and on the Windsor Town Green.

Designers, artisans, and local gardening enthusiasts have crafted these butterfly friendly planters from a variety of unusual items. The Upcycled Planter Challenge coincides with the Windsor Garden Tour (July 10), a pop-up market at James Selig Estate Jewelry & Antiques (July 10), a paint night with Irene’s Traveling Paint Parties (July 10), and many othe
Treasures of Turkey

Treasures of Turkey
Trip Dates: Nov 4 - 12, 2021
Duration: 9 Days
Price: $2,799pp double occupancy

Watch this amazing video!

Enjoy the ultimate experiential 9-day Turkey vacation package on this East meets West adventure that takes you to discover the treasures of Istanbul and Kusadasi. Delve into the Ottoman empire as you explore Istanbul visiting amazing sites including the majestic Blue Mosque, fascinating Hagia Sophia, and the Roman Hippodrome. Discover the Golden Horn and hone your haggling skills as you shop for unique gifts and mementos in the world-famous Grand Bazaar. Revel in the splendors of Topk
Hartford Athletic vs New York
Saturday, Jul 10, 2021

Hartford Athletic vs New York
Hartford Athletic is Connecticut's pro soccer team. Don't miss the action at Dillon Stadium! Matches are great for families, businesses, group outings and more. Get your tickets at hartfordathletic.com/tickets.
Open Classroom Hours
Jul 11, 2021

Open Classroom Hours
STARTING in JUNE Every SUNDAY 11am-2pm • $20/hr (prepay online or at the door to instructor).

Have an art project you need materials and/or advice for? Stop into the studio classroom at the Windsor Art Center Train Station Studios during open hours to use the space and materials for your personal project, and receive guidance from local artist Michelle Hawran (if you wish!)

You MUST sign up at least a day in advance to ensure no more than 4 students will be in the classroom at one time. Each student will have their own table and sanitized materials, and masks are required. If you are feeling sick, please to do not attend.
Call to Crafters

Call to Crafters
Voices Against Lyme Disease is looking for Crafters interested in having a table at our annual Holiday Sampler Fair scheduled on November 20th. If interested please call Bonnie Waterhouse at 860-930-2446
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Bottle and Can Drive
Saturday, Jul 10, 2021

Bottle and Can Drive
Team Paragon and Team Blazing Spirits will be collecting bottles and cans on Saturday July 10th between 9-2 at the old Roger Wolcott School, 57 East Wolcott Ave in Windsor. for more information call 860-285-8904. Thank you all who came in May
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Events

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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