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What's Going on in Windsor

May 5 - 12, 2022
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Greece - Land of Gods and Heroes

Greece - Land of Gods and Heroes
October 28 - November 5, 2022
9 Days, 7 Nights
$3,199 per person, double occupancy if booked by April 29, 2022 (New extended Early Bird Special Date of May 27, 2022!)

The Peloponnese is home to an extraordinary collection of archeological sites as well as stunning mountainous scenery and charming villages where a traditional way of life has remained unchanged for centuries. On this splendid cultural journey, trace 5,000 years of Greek history while exploring the country’s archeological treasures. Walk in the footsteps of Socrates on the Acropolis and examine artifacts of Athens’ Gold
Ellsworth Homestead Craft Fair
Saturday, May 7, 2022

Ellsworth Homestead Craft Fair
Ellsworth Homestead Craft Fair
Come on out to the Homestead on Saturday, May 7 from 10:00am - 3:00pm for our craft fair on the historic grounds of the Ellsworth Homestead.
Rain or Shine.

Windsor Garden Club Garden Mart
Saturday, May 7, 2022

Windsor Garden Club Garden Mart
Whether you have lots or little knowledge about gardening, the Garden Mart is the place to find both common and specialty plants for yourself or to share. Grown in Windsor Garden Club members gardens or from seed, there is a wide variety of perennials, herbs, vegetable starters, and sometimes bushes or saplings to choose from.

Net proceeds support the Club's meeting speakers (education!), civic endeavors (Windsor Historical Society historical garden bed and entry planters; holiday wreaths, and more), as well as scholarship.

This event will be held rain or shine. Sales are cash only.
Win Wag Contest
Wednesday, May 4, 2022

Win Wag Contest
Does your dog have what it takes to be Windsor's #1 dog or #1 puppy? All Windsor dog owners are welcome to participate in Windsor's annual Win Wag Contest. Photos will be posted to the town's Facebook page where visitors to the page will have the opportunity to vote and choose Windsor's #1 dog and #1 puppy.

Entries begin May 4th at 8:00 AM
Entries close May 17th at Noon
Voting begins May 19th at 8:00 AM
Voting ends June 1st at Noon
Winners to be announced June 2nd by 9:00 AM

Good luck!
Fundraiser for Ukraine
Friday, May 6, 2022

Fundraiser for Ukraine
With the devastation created by the war in Ukraine we are feeling pretty helpless as we see the images that show that devastation. One of our own staff at Family Partnerships of CT grew up in Ukraine and has family still living there.
Larysa has worked at Family Partnership of CT for the last 15 years, we know this war has taken a toll on her as well as her family who are still there. She has been able to contact her family and send money and items throughout the last month. Larysa's mom continue to stay in her home in western Ukraine trying to stay safe.
FPC would like to raise money to
Hypertension Workshop
Monday, May 9, 2022

Hypertension Workshop
Monday, May 9 - Please join us for High Blood Pressure and Pharmacology with Kristen Marti PharmD on Zoom.

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. You may also watch the archived workshops to earn rewards.

Workshop Schedule:
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Pesky Pairing: Coffee and Chocolate
Thursday, May 12, 2022

Pesky Pairing: Coffee and Chocolate
Join the Main Library and Certified “Coffee Foundations” and commercial licensed chocolatier Kim Larkin for her Pesky Pairing: Coffee and Chocolate on Thursday, May 12 from 7:00 to 8:30 PM. You will learn about the history of coffee, how and where coffee and chocolate hail from, best brewing and roasting methods, etc. There will also be a coffee and chocolate tasting. This program will be in person. Registration Required. Free. 860-285-1918. To register, please visit www.windsorlibrary.com.
Windsor Lions Spring Craft Fair
Saturday, May 7, 2022

Windsor Lions Spring Craft Fair
Come on Down to the Windsor Town Green for the Windsor Lions Annual Spring Craft Fair on
Saturday, May 7, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, rain or shine.

We have plenty of great Crafters this year.
Hope to see you there!

Hot Dog Fundraiser
Saturday, May 7, 2022

Hot Dog Fundraiser
Windsor Lions Club members will sell hotdogs and a drink provided by our Community Partner, Geisslers Supermarket 318 Broad St., Windsor, on Saturday, May 7th from 10:00-2:00. This event, occurring in conjunction with the Windsor Lions Art and Craft Fair on the Windsor Town Green is a great opportunity to grab some lunch, meet some great Lions and shop Geisslers Sidewalk Sale! 100% of the proceeds from this fun event are given back to our community through charitable giving.
Shad Derby Coronation Ball
Saturday, May 7, 2022

Shad Derby Coronation Ball
The Windsor Junior Woman's Club is proud to host the 55th Annual Shad Derby Coronation Ball. This event is the last night of judging for the Shad Derby Queen Candidates, and before the evening ends the Shad Derby Queen and her court are announced. You are cordially invited to join us at this year's ball!

Date: Saturday, May 7, 2022
Time: 6:00 PM Welcome! Hors D'oeuvres & Cash Bar
7:00 PM Dinner, Official Program, Dancing
Place: The Marriott, 28 Day Hill Road, Windsor
Cost: $75

Reservations / Questions / Additional Information:
Please contact Monika at MLazauskas89@g
Second Annual Clothing Drive
May 7, 2022

Second Annual Clothing Drive
The Connecticut Cat Connection will be kicking off it’s second annual clothing donation drive this Saturday, April 23rd, and will run every week through June 18th. C.C.C. works in partnership with Saver’s Thrift stores’ FUNDrive Program,which recompenses the Cat Connection monetarily, for all
collected donations. Items accepted include gently-used clothing, linens, curtains, towels, shoes, belts, back-packs, blankets, pillows and bedding. Donations can be dropped off at the adoption center, located at 40 Stevens Mill Lane,Windsor, CT. Please gather clothes and household textiles in bag
KIDVID Summer Registration is Open
Wednesday, May 4, 2022

KIDVID Summer Registration is Open
Kids and Teens ages 8-15 learn TV and Film production skills in a fun, week-long workshop. At the end of the week, families are invited in to a special screening to watch the program the kids have created.


KIDVID I: TV Production (Week 1 & Week 2)
June 20- June 24, 2022 (ages 8-14)
June 27-July 1, 2022 (ages 8-14)
Monday-Friday 9am-3pm | $125 per child
Kids will learn hands on television production skills to create an original television sitcom. Scriptwriting, set design, camera, teleprompter, lighting, audio, floor managing, acting, directing and producing jobs will all be filled by stude
Windsor Toastmasters Club
Monday, Apr 11, 2022

Windsor Toastmasters Club
You can shine in all aspects of professional and everyday life by improving your public speaking
skills. Windsor Toastmasters provides your opportunity to learn in a safe and fun environment.
Members benefit from a positive peer experience and a proven self-paced educational program. “Other benefits include the opportunity to increase one’s confidence, build critical thinking skills and become an effective listener,” says Douglas Cloutier, the Club President.

MEETING TIME: 7 P.M., 2nd and 4th Mondays of the Month
CURRENT ADDRESS: Zoom (Online), Windsor, CT 06095, USA
FACEBOOK: https://www.
Alzheimer's Support Group
May 12, 2022

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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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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