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May 10 - 16, 2018
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Shad Derby Blood Drive
Friday, May 11, 2018

Shad Derby Blood Drive
Friday May 11th, 2018
1:00pm - 6:45pm
261 Broad Street, Windsor, CT 06095
This meaningful Shad Derby Blood Drive is sponsored by the Windsor Chamber of Commerce each year as part of the Windsor Shad Derby Festivities.
Many generous Americans nationwide have been donating blood since the terrorist attacks September 11 to ensure a sustained and secure blood supply for all Americans. Together with the Red Cross, these blood heroes are ensuring that the safest possible blood is readily available whenever and wherever needed - for the military, for other blood centers in America and for all 5,000
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Shad Derby Youth Fishing Derby
Saturday, May 12, 2018

Shad Derby Youth Fishing Derby
2018 Shad Derby Youth Fishing Derby
Saturday May 12th, 2018

This Shad Derby event is sponsored by The Town of Windsor Recreation Department.

This youth fishing derby is open to children ages 1-12. It will take place on Saturday, May 12, 2018 from 8-10am at Washington Park in Windsor Center.

Prizes will be handed out in several categories.
Archaeological Discoveries!
Thursday, May 10, 2018

Archaeological Discoveries!
Please join us on Thursday, May 10, 2018 at 6:45 p.m. at the Oliver Ellsworth Homestead (778 Palisado Avenue) for a short tour and talk by Connecticut State Archaeologist Brian Jones whose team did work at the Homestead last summer. This program is co-sponsored by Windsor Historical Society and the Homestead. At 6:45, Jones will lead interested participants to view the site of recent excavations. Then at 7 p.m. Jones will share what he found and show what it reveals about 17th and 18th century Windsor life in a PowerPoint presentation.

Excavation at the site was first undertaken by UConn in
Geography of Wine
Thursday, May 10, 2018

Geography of Wine
Wine is more than taste, smell, and appearance. It is a reflection of a place and its people. If you are over age 21, join us at the Windsor Public Library while Brian Somers, author of Geography of Wine and Assistant Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at CCSU, will present a wine tasting and talk about South American wine. The presentation will be from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM. Doors will open at 6:45 PM. Registration is required. Free. 860-285-1925 to register.
Basketball Skills Challenge
Thursday, May 10, 2018

Basketball Skills Challenge
Thursday May 10, 2018 6:30pm - 8:30pm
This Shad Derby event is sponsored by the Town of Windsor Recreation Department and is for kids of all ages !!!
The basketball shooting challenge will take place Thursday, May 10th, 2018 at the Windsor Community Center (330 Windsor Ave.) The time for the tournament is from 6:30-8:30pm
Boys & Girls Ages 7-12 (6:30 pm-7:30 pm)
Boys & Girls Ages 13-16 (7:30 pm-8:30 pm)
This 2018 Shad Derby Event is FREE for kids.
Trophies will be handed out for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place.
Indoor/Outdoor Estate Sale
Saturday May 19

Indoor/Outdoor Estate Sale
Join us on Saturday, May 19th from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm for an indoor/outdoor estate sale. Jamie just bought two new estates and we don't have room for everything! Jewelry, costume jewelry, furniture, records, crystal, china and so much more!

Everything will be priced to sell including a truck full of items we haven't even gone through yet! Treasures are waiting for you at Selig's!
Small Business Day in Windsor
Thursday, May 10, 2018

Small Business Day in Windsor
Join the Windsor Chamber of Commerce and First Town Downtown in celebrating Small Business Day in Windsor!

Mayor Donald Trinks has issued a proclamation designating Thursday, May 10, 2018, as Small Business Day in Windsor .

The Windsor community is invited to celebrate Windsor’s small businesses as part of National Small Business Day on the Town Green from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. All Windsor residents and businesses are invited to some late afternoon fun including music and food by the Windsor High School Young Woman's Leadership Group . WFSB Channel 3 will be filming live for their "20 Towns
Shad Derby Arts & Crafts Fair
Saturday, May 12, 2018

Shad Derby Arts & Crafts Fair
The 41st Annual Shad Derby Arts & Crafts Fair sponsored by the Windsor Lion's Club is Saturday May 12th, 2018 on the Windsor Town Green. All items are handcrafted!
Rain or Shine, Time: 9 am to 4 pm
Place: Windsor Town Green, Windsor CT
Services for vendors include:
Fresh coffee and doughnuts during the morning hours
Assistance in setting up
Free parking
Booth sitting
Food Runner Service for crafters
Sheila Schmidt Family Fishing Night
Friday, May 11, 2018

Sheila Schmidt Family Fishing Night
The always popular family fishing night out will take place on Friday May 11th, 2018 at Washington Park from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. The Windsor Jaycees are stocking the pond with trout and are inviting families to come fish, have some dinner and enjoy springtime in Windsor.

This event is named after Windsor's first Special Education teacher and lifelong advocate of children. The Jaycees will supply the fishing poles, bait, and dinner (for people).

Additional chaperones are welcome. Please Call 298-8557 or e-mail chrisposniak@yahoo.com for more information.

Free Event for all families.

Mother's Day Brunch
Sunday, May 13, 2018

Mother's Day Brunch
Mother's Day Brunch 2018 on the Patio overlooking Keney Park Golf course. Join us for a lavish display of Breakfast, Lunch, Raw Seafood Bar, Chef Manned Carving Station & so many more delicious favorites for only $38 per person. Don't forget the spectacular views of the golf course while you enjoy your bloody mary. Reservations Required.
Windsor Art Ctr Opening Reception
Saturday, May 12, 2018

Windsor Art Ctr Opening Reception
On Saturday, May 12, The Windsor Art Center will be honored to open its exhibition of paintings by seven established, award-winning members of the Connecticut Plein Air Painters Society. Out in the Open: A Connecticut Plein Air Landscape Exhibition, which will run from May 12 through June 23, 2018, will include works painted outdoors in inspiring places around this small state. Artists Zufar Bikbov, Jack Broderick, Laura J. Eden, Robert Noreika, Elizabeth Rhoades, Shauna Shane, and Marilyn Swift have created works in a variety of media that will be on display. The Opening Reception (free) on
Kiwanis Shad Derby Golf
Saturday, May 12, 2018

Kiwanis Shad Derby Golf
Golf Package includes:
18 holes with cart
1st and 2nd place winners
Hole-in-One prizes, Closest to the pin contest, Longest Drive contest,
Dinner and Light Lunch
Access to driving range
Putting Contest
Awards
Goody Bag for all participants.
Raffle baskets and prizes.
Fee: $130.00 per golfer
Register at Kiwanis website.
Proceeds from this annual golf tournament will support the Kiwanis Club of Windsor’s continuous efforts to strengthen the Windsor community through service projects.
Menchie's Birthday
Friday, May 11, 2018

Menchie's Birthday
May 11th is Menchie’s birthday! Drop by the Menchie's Windsor Court to pick up your slice of cake to celebrate!
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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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