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What's Going on in Windsor

October 7 - 14, 2021
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Windsor Fall Celebration
Saturday, Oct 9, 2021

Windsor Fall Celebration
Windsor Fall Celebration
Saturday, October 9
This is the day that the Windsor town greens and Windsor center will be more alive than ever with entertainment, food and fun!

On the Town Green:
Chili Challenge with live music (Windsor Jaycees)
Lion’s Craft Fair with popcorn and beverages (Windsor Lions Club)
Grace Episcopal Church Rummage Sale, 9 am - 1 pm (Grace Church)
Artist Opening Reception, 2 pm - 4 pm (Windsor Library Main)
Canoe Race for food bank with fried dough booth (Kiwanis Club)

On the Eagle Green:
Plant Sale (Windsor Garden Club)

On Palisado Green:
All Together Windsor
Chili Challenge
Saturday, Oct 9, 2021

Chili Challenge
Bring in the heat!! The Windsor Jaycees are hosting the 25th Annual Chili Challenge 2021 on October 9, 2021 11am - 4pm on the Windsor Town Green!

Participants of all kinds welcome to cook! Check out www.windsorjaycees.com for the registration form.

Prizes and Entertainment will be FIRE!

Want to SPONSOR the event??? Contact us for more information at jayceeschili@gmail.com
Artist Opening Reception
Saturday, Oct 9, 2021

Artist Opening Reception
The Windsor Library’s Artist-in-Residence Barbara Alex Opening Reception kicks off her month-long exhibit from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Free. No registration necessary. 860-285-1918.

Also Live demo's on:
Monday, October 4 from 11:00-2:00pm
Thursday, October 7 from 3:00-6:00pm
Saturday, October 23, 11:00am – 2:00pm
All Together Windsor
Saturday, Oct 9, 2021

All Together Windsor
Join Windsor Historical Society’s culminating Centennial event with a celebration of local history and culture – share your Windsor stories and enjoy food, live music, community exhibits, kids activities and more!
Live performance by Lou Sorrentino at 12:45-1:45pm featuring his Windsor song "Heart of First Town"!

Rain Date: October 16.
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.
What Happens After the Paycheck
Tuesday, Oct 12, 2021

What Happens After the Paycheck
What Happens After the Paycheck Stops? A Retirement Income Seminar

If you are nearing retirement or recently retired and are invested in a strategy designed to help build on income stream and make your retirement income last, this educational workshop will examine how to budget for retirement expenses and your potential sources of retirement income. We’ll also identify some of the potential risks to your retirement income and ways to address them.
Alzheimer's Support Group
Oct 14, 2021

Alzheimer's Support Group
Currently being held virtually so please contact Kate at Kate.Bartelmo@genesishcc.com for a zoom link?

Kimberly Hall North hosts an Alzheimer's Support Group for anyone taking care of a loved one with Alzheimer's or a related dementia or if you would like to learn more about the disease. The group is open to both members of the community or those who have loved ones at Kimberly Hall.

Kate Bartelmo, is the support group leader she is a MSW, Certified Dementia Practitioner and has been running a support group for over 10 years. The group is affiliated with The Alzheimer's Association.

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Fall Arts & Craft Fair
Saturday, Oct 9, 2021

Fall Arts & Craft Fair
The Windsor Lions Club 45th Annual Fall Arts & Craft Fair on the Windsor Town Green
to be held on Saturday, October 9, 2021 from 9:00am - 3:00pm, Rain or Shine.
Email: Windsorct.lions@gmail.com
Grace Episcopal Church Rummage Sale
Saturday, Oct 9, 2021

Grace Episcopal Church Rummage Sale
Grace Episcopal Church at 311 Broad Street (on the Green) in Windsor, will be having their semi-annual Rummage and Bake Sale on Saturday October 9th from 9 am to 1 pm. Please join us in the church hall and shop for items that are famous for being in good condition at extremely reasonable prices. There is also a Boutique Room which has finer pieces including jewelry. There is also a Bake Sale by the Women of the Parish.
Kiwanis Canoe Race-Food Drive
Saturday, Oct 9, 2021

Kiwanis Canoe Race-Food Drive
Join the Kiwanis in their annual food drive to benefit Windsor Food and Fuel. All non perishable foods, toiletries, baby supplies (diapers, formula) are gratefully accepted. Cash donations are welcomed too as they will assist with fuel bills for those in need over the winter.

Please consider participating by either decorating a canoe for your school or organization or just have your group gather donations and bring them down to the Green between 10-2pm. Trophies will be given for most donations, best decorated canoe and monetary donations.

Some of the most needed items are:
Crackers, Cer
Windsor Garden Club Plant Sale
Saturday, Oct 9, 2021

Windsor Garden Club Plant Sale
Come to the Windsor Garden Club Fall Plant Sale!

We will be located on the town green, behind the eagle, on October 9, from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Shop for perennial plants, herbs and house plants, all grown and cultivated by our gardeners in Windsor.
Family Paint Night
Friday, Oct 8, 2021

Family Paint Night
Youth in grades 3 thru 8 and their parents/guardians are invited to enjoy a relaxing and fun Paint Night at the Millbrook Clubhouse from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM on Friday, October 8, 2021. This workshop can help youth and families soothe school and home stressors. Instruction, canvas, paint supplies, and dinner are provided. $15.00 per person, space is limited. Register online at townofwindsorct.com or at the Youth Services Bureau located at 599 Matianuck Ave. 860-285-1946.

Virtual Book Club
Thursday, Oct 14, 2021

Virtual Book Club
Our October discussion will be on In the Woods by Tana French. Discussions are held on Zoom on the second Thursday of every month from 2:00 to 3:00 PM. Books are available at the Lending Desk, one month prior to each meeting.

In order to participate with Zoom securely, please register on our website by 1:00 PM on October 14 at https://www.windsorlibrary.com/adult/sign-up-for-a-program/. The Zoom link will be sent out to registered parties the day of the program.
Tickborne Illness Support Group
Oct 9, 2021

Tickborne Illness Support Group
Voices Against Lyme Disease a 501(c)3, based in Windsor, CT is continuing their Support Group for those with a tickborne illness or a family member and friends. This group meets on the first and third Saturday of every month and is free to anyone wishing to join us. We use strict COVID 19 guidelines for our meetings. In addition, to support discussions we also provide up to date research information on tick borne illnesses, awareness and prevention.

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WEF Online Auction: Support Windsor
Friday, Oct 15, 2021

WEF Online Auction: Support Windsor
Start your holiday shopping by joining the Windsor Education Foundation for an online auction at http://wef.givesmart.com October 15 – 24 and choose from a great selection of wine and gift baskets and other fabulous items up for auction to support WEF’s mission for Windsor education!

WEF’s vision is to enrich the local learning community, sparking the interests of students to enable them to: Discover their potential, Gain the skills to build their future, and Become contributing members in their communities.
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Events

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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