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July 14 - 21, 2022
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Windsor Chamber Golf Tournament

Windsor Chamber Golf Tournament
SAVE THE DATE!
Join us for an afternoon of golf on Monday, September 12, 2022 at Windsor's own Keney Golf Course located at 171 Windsor Ave in Keney Park. Food, fun, raffles, prizes!

Register to golf!

Keney Park Golf Course is a public golf course located in Hartford, Connecticut and Windsor, Connecticut within Hartford's Keney Park. The first nine holes were designed by eminent golf course architect Devereux Emmet in 1927, with the remaining nine made by City of Hartford engineer Robert ”Jack” Ross in 1931.

Photos from 2020!

The Windsor Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Tournament bene
Upcycled Pollinator Planter Challng
Saturday, Jul 9, 2022

Upcycled Pollinator Planter Challng
The Upcycled Pollinator Planter Challenge is taking place now! July 9 - 22, 2022.

Our creative upcycled pollinator planters will be viewable at their sponsor business locations (thank you, sponsors!) from July 9th to July 22nd.

Planter Map:
https://viewer.mapme.com/windsor-monarch-fest

Vote For Your Favorite:
https://www.firsttowndowntown.org/vote/

Bid on a Planter:
https://facebook.com/firsttowndowntown
Planters are being put up for bid on our Facebook page a few every day - keep an eye on them!

Auction Rules:
https://www.firsttowndowntown.org/programs/the-windsor-monarch-project
Concert on the Green
Thursday, Jul 14, 2022

Concert on the Green
First Town Downtown invites you to a concert on the green sponsored by Joyce Armstrong & Jordan Dental Health Group featuring Gene Donaldson & The Stingrays from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. Free. Rain date, Tuesday, July 19. Visit www.firsttowndowntown.org for more information.
Saturday Fitness Boxing
Jul 16, 2022

Saturday Fitness Boxing
Saturday Boxing
Summer is here! it’s the time to start investing back into yourself and your health. We all know doing it on your own, lasts for about a couple of days then you are back in the old rut. Try something new! Saturday Fitness Boxing is for anyone who wants to get some stress out while having fun. 50 min of fun boxing cardio drills and more.

Price-$100
Start Date:
7/9/2022- 7/30/2022
8:30am-9:30
Second Annual Clothing Drive
Jul 16, 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
SRL Irish Dance Academy Performance
Saturday, Jul 16, 2022

SRL Irish Dance Academy Performance
The Windsor Public Library will be featuring SRL Irish Dance Academy for a special performance on July 16th!

Scoil Rince Lumini (SRL Irish Dance Academy) would love you to join us for a showcase of Irish music and dance on July 16th, 2022 at10:30 am. We’re an Irish dance academy based in South Windsor, CT and teach this cultural tradition to students from age 2 into adulthood. If you can walk, you can dance! Come see what we can do!
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
Open Classroom at the WAC Studios
Jul 17, 2022

Open Classroom at the WAC Studios
Have an art project you need materials and/or advice for? Stop into the studio classroom 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.

Sign ups are in one-hour increments, and the list of materials included in the classroom is as follows:
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Join our new Men's Club!
1st and 3rd Mondays

Join our new Men's Club!
What: The Windsor Senior Center is home to a new Men’s Club, and we need YOU to help it to grow! We invite local men 55+ to participate in this twice-monthly social club. Enjoy coffee over discussion of a “hot topic”, as well as plan events and trips among your group.

When/Where: 1st and 3rd Monday of each month at 9:30 AM in the senior center.

Ages: 55+.

Please call 860-285-1992 to register for this program
Starry Night Doodle Fun
Monday, Jul 18, 2022

Join Debby Reelitz, calligrapher, and the Main Library for a night of relaxation and doodling. Participants will create a black and white doodle art inspired by Vincent Can Gogh’s famous painting, Starry Night. Starry Night Doodle Fun will be held on Monday, July 18 from 7:00 to 8:00 PM. Registration Suggested. Free. 860-285-1918. To register, please visit www.windsorlibrary.com.
Chess & Connections
Wednesday, Jul 20, 2022

Chess & Connections
In partnership with Dr. Keon Berry's Advantage Academy, The Windsor Senior Senior Center presents an intergenerational series to develop relationships, create conversation, and
enhance intellect, all done across a chess board. Chess is a wildly popular
activity that friends of all ages can enjoy and embrace! Learn to play if you don't already know how. Free dinner and drinks included.
Farmers Market
Thursdays

Farmers Market
First Town Downtown’s Farmers Market opening day is June 23rd! The market takes place every Thursday this summer and fall through October 20 at 240 Broad Street. Enjoy a variety of fresh, locally grown produce and specialty items.

Enjoy opening day with musical entertainment by our very own “Tomaca.”

Open from 3:00 pm – 6:30 pm.
Virtual Book Club
Thursday, Jul 14, 2022

Join our Virtual Book Club for a lively discussion of Hillbilly Elegy by J. D. Vance. 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. Free. 860-285-1918. To register, please visit www.windsorlibrary.com.
Tickborne Illness Support Group
Jul 16, 2022

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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Windsor Chamber Golf Tournament

Windsor Chamber Golf Tournament
SAVE THE DATE!
Join us for an afternoon of golf on Monday, September 12, 2022 at Windsor's own Keney Golf Course located at 171 Windsor Ave in Keney Park. Food, fun, raffles, prizes!

Register to golf!

Keney Park Golf Course is a public golf course located in Hartford, Connecticut and Windsor, Connecticut within Hartford's Keney Park. The first nine holes were designed by eminent golf course architect Devereux Emmet in 1927, with the remaining nine made by City of Hartford engineer Robert ”Jack” Ross in 1931.

Photos from 2020!

The Windsor Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Tournament bene
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Events

Alzheimer's Support Group
Nov 14 at Virtual
First Town Chat
Fridays at 161 Broad Street, Windsor
Tickborne Illness Support Group
Nov 16 at LP Wilson Community Center, 599 Matianuck Ave. Windsor
Open Classroom at the WAC Studios
Nov 17 at Windsor Train Station Studios
Programs Committee Mtg
Nov 18 at online
Bring Your Gadgets to the Geeks
Nov 19 at Windsor Public Library 323 Broad Street Windsor, CT
First Town Chat
Fridays at 161 Broad Street, Windsor
Open Classroom at the WAC Studios
Nov 24 at Windsor Train Station Studios
Bring Your Gadgets to the Geeks
Nov 26 at Windsor Public Library 323 Broad Street Windsor, CT
First Town Chat
Fridays at 161 Broad Street, Windsor
Monthly Veteran's Coffee Hour
Nov 30 at L.P. Wilson
Tickborne Illness Support Group
Nov 30 at LP Wilson Community Center, 599 Matianuck Ave. Windsor
Open Classroom at the WAC Studios
Dec 1 at Windsor Train Station Studios
Bring Your Gadgets to the Geeks
Dec 3 at Windsor Public Library 323 Broad Street Windsor, CT
Transportation Comm. Mtg
Dec 3 at online
First Town Chat
Fridays at 161 Broad Street, Windsor
Open Classroom at the WAC Studios
Dec 8 at Windsor Train Station Studios
Bring Your Gadgets to the Geeks
Dec 10 at Windsor Public Library 323 Broad Street Windsor, CT
Board of Directors Mtg
Dec 10 at online
Ambassadors Committee Meeting
Dec 11 at online
Alzheimer's Support Group
Dec 12 at Virtual
First Town Chat
Fridays at 161 Broad Street, Windsor
Tickborne Illness Support Group
Dec 14 at LP Wilson Community Center, 599 Matianuck Ave. Windsor
Alzheimer's Support Group
Nov 14 at Virtual
First Town Chat
Fridays at 161 Broad Street, Windsor
Tickborne Illness Support Group
Nov 16 at LP Wilson Community Center, 599 Matianuck Ave. Windsor
Open Classroom at the WAC Studios
Nov 17 at Windsor Train Station Studios
Programs Committee Mtg
Nov 18 at online
Bring Your Gadgets to the Geeks
Nov 19 at Windsor Public Library 323 Broad Street Windsor, CT
First Town Chat
Fridays at 161 Broad Street, Windsor
Tickborne Illness Support Group
Nov 16 at LP Wilson Community Center, 599 Matianuck Ave. Windsor
Open Classroom at the WAC Studios
Nov 17 at Windsor Train Station Studios
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