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October 8 - 15, 2020
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Fall Family Fun at Brown's Harvest
Oct 10, 2020

Fall Family Fun at Brown's Harvest
Come to Brown's for Fall Family Fun Sept. 26th - Nov. 1st! Tickets include activities listed: Kids maze including the kids play area Hayride Spookley the Square pumpkin story book trail. “B” Fun Barn with activities for all ages- Limited due to COVID-19 restrictions. Jump Pad – Must wear socks! Jump pad Sanitized with Maxxclean Weekend entertainment varies by the week. Tire swing Face painting Music Visit The Chickens NEW this year – Contactless scavenger hunt. Find 8 animals hidden throughout the farm! Click here to download the free app to play the Scavenger hunt in the maze!
Curry Classic Golf tournament
Sunday, Oct 11, 2020

Curry Classic Golf tournament
Curry Classic Golf tournament to benefit Windsor High School Football

A golf tournament will be held on Sunday, October 11 at the Oakridge country club to benefit the Windsor High School football program. The cost is $125 per golfer and includes 18 holes of golf, cart, Barbecue lunch, refreshments, awards, and a buffet dinner.

To reserve a spot or a foursome contact Dr. George Curry at curryclassicgolf@gmail.com
Or 860-688-1218
Financial Health Literacy
Tuesday, Oct 13, 2020

Financial Health Literacy
Social Security: Your Questions Answered Social security will likely be the foundation of your retirement income. That’s why it’s so important to understand your options and the effect your decisions have on your retirement.
This educational workshop will examine:
- how social security fits into your retirement income plan.
- when you should start taking benefits.
- ways to maximize benefits for the individual and spouse.
- taxes and how they impact benefits.
Held Tues. Oct 13 6:30-7:30 PM
Tuition: $10, Discount Tuition: None
Instr: Dan Gilligan
Max. enroll 10 Rm. Virtual


Register & Pay at
Reaching For The Stars Paint Night
Friday, Oct 16, 2020

Reaching For The Stars Paint Night
Paint Night • October 16 Friday • 6pm-8:30pm
$35 per person $5 material fee paid directly to the instructor. All materials provided. BYOB.
Min. 5 – Max. 10 people
Social distance requirements will be followed, masks are required.
Windsor1921:The Paradox of Progress
Thursday, Oct 8, 2020

Windsor1921:The Paradox of Progress
Please join Windsor Historical Society from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m., Thursday, October 8, for the opening of our newest exhibit – the first in a year – entitled Windsor in 1921: The Paradox of Progress. This eye-catching exhibit highlights the conditions in Windsor that fostered the Society’s founding one hundred years ago, and is a prequel to our next exhibit, which will open in September 2021 to commemorate the Society’s 100th anniversary.

Much has changed in 100 years, and yet so much has remained the same. Come explore the national and regional conditions that shaped the historic preservation m
Farmers' Market
Thursdays

Farmers' Market
October 15th is the last Farmers' Market of the Season! Come get your fresh veggies and more - including a flu shot! $39.99 (by check to CVS) or bring your insurance card.

The First Town Downtown Farmers’ Market for 2020 runs from July 2 through October 15 on Thursdays from 3:30 - 6:30 pm 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.

We are very excited to be moving forward with the Farmers' Market with new guidelines to keep everyone safe. Masks are required.
Menchies Fundraising Opportunity

Menchies Fundraising Opportunity
Interested in planning a fundraiser for your organization think FroYo Cakes!
Froyo Cakes bring smiles to all special celebrations!
Supporters receive a Menchies Cake Voucher good for an 8" cake. The cost of the cake is $35.00. Your organization will receive $10.00 for each cake sold.
Interested? Call Gloria at 860-683-2236 or menchies.windsorct@gmail.com
Kiwanis Canoe Race
Saturday, Oct 10, 2020

Kiwanis Canoe Race
The Kiwanis Canoe Race Food Drive will be held on Saturday, October 10. The Canoe Race is normally run in conjunction with the Windsor Chili Challenge which will not be held this year. This year's race is open to the general public as well as civic groups. The canoe race benefits the Windsor Food and Fuel banks. Participants are requested to donate food and/or cash. Donations can be dropped off on the Windsor Green from 9:00 to Noon. Look for the canoes! Trophies will be awarded to the civic group that donates the most food and the group that donates the most food and cash combined. Help fi
Outdoor Market For Project Santa
Saturday, Oct 10, 2020

Outdoor Market For Project Santa
James Selig Antiques is hosting an outdoor fall vendor fair on Saturday and Sunday, October 10 and 11 from 10am to 3pm to support Project Santa. There is no admission fee.

Local vendors including artists, bakers, woodworkers, and crafters will be there to sell their unique items including garden decor, whimsical stained glass art, vintage jewelry, specialty baked goods, holiday items, reclaimed critters and much more.

Valuation experts will be on hand to buy broken jewelry, old coins and other scrap gold. Clean out your jewelry box and get some money to start your holiday shopping. Premi
Live2Lead Virtual Leadership Event
Friday, Oct 9, 2020

Live2Lead Virtual Leadership Event
Live2Lead, a John Maxwell Company Leadership event, will be held virtually for the first time on Friday, October 9, 2020. This is a half-day event for YOU to invest in your greatest return. What is exciting about this year’s event is that you’ll be able to attend from the comfort of your home or office with your personal LeaderPass.

Speakers include:

• John C. Maxwell, #1 Leadership Expert, and Bestselling Author

• Steve Harvey, Emmy® Award-winning entertainer, New York Times best-selling author, businessman, and philanthropist

• Kat Cole, COO, and President, FOCUS Brands

• Alan Mulally,
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Windsor Freedom Trail Documentary
Oct 7, 2020

Windsor Freedom Trail Documentary
September is Connecticut Freedom Trail Month! The Connecticut Freedom Trail is designed to recognize the importance of sites throughout the State that are associated with the heritage and movement towards freedom of African Americans. The mission of the Windsor Freedom Trail is to 1) raise awareness of the Windsor Freedom Trail and share the rich history of the Freedom Trail sites; and 2) provide Windsor residents and the greater community with educational programs and events to celebrate African American achievement, history, and heritage. Due to COVID 19, the annual Windsor Freedom Trail
Conversation on Race: The Series
Sunday, Oct 11, 2020

Conversation on Race: The Series
The Town of Windsor Human Relations Commission announces a series of conversations regarding racial and social justice entitled RACE: THE SERIES.

The first topic will be “Privilege.” The conversation will occur Sunday, October 11, from 2 – 4 p.m. on Zoom. The discussion and session will be led by Mr. Kevin Booker, Jr.

To participate by Zoom, use the link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86829438157 or call (646) 558-8656 or (301) 715-8592 & use meeting ID 868 2943 8157.

Different stories and diverse circumstances provoking similar conversations about race on a local, national, and internationa
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First Town Chat
Fridays at 161 Broad Street, Windsor
Tickborne Illness Support Group
Feb 8 at LP Wilson Community Center, 599 Matianuck Ave. Windsor
Open Classroom at the WAC Studios
Feb 9 at Windsor Train Station Studios
Bring Your Gadgets to the Geeks
Feb 11 at Windsor Public Library 323 Broad Street Windsor, CT
Board of Directors Mtg
Feb 11 at online
Ambassadors Committee Meeting
Feb 12 at online
Alzheimer's Support Group
Feb 13 at Virtual
First Town Chat
Fridays at 161 Broad Street, Windsor
Open Classroom at the WAC Studios
Feb 16 at Windsor Train Station Studios
Programs Committee Mtg
Feb 17 at online
Bring Your Gadgets to the Geeks
Feb 18 at Windsor Public Library 323 Broad Street Windsor, CT
First Town Chat
Fridays at 161 Broad Street, Windsor
Tickborne Illness Support Group
Feb 22 at LP Wilson Community Center, 599 Matianuck Ave. Windsor
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
First Town Chat
Fridays at 161 Broad Street, Windsor
Tickborne Illness Support Group
Feb 8 at LP Wilson Community Center, 599 Matianuck Ave. Windsor
Open Classroom at the WAC Studios
Feb 9 at Windsor Train Station Studios
Bring Your Gadgets to the Geeks
Feb 11 at Windsor Public Library 323 Broad Street Windsor, CT
Board of Directors Mtg
Feb 11 at online
Ambassadors Committee Meeting
Feb 12 at online
First Town Chat
Fridays at 161 Broad Street, Windsor
Tickborne Illness Support Group
Feb 8 at LP Wilson Community Center, 599 Matianuck Ave. Windsor
Open Classroom at the WAC Studios
Feb 9 at Windsor Train Station Studios
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