Ethan Allen

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Local Event: Custom Window Treatments at Ethan Allen!

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Custom Window Treatments at Ethan Allen!

Thursday April 18, 2024: Did you know you can work with a designer and order the perfect custom window treatments for your home?
From design...

Polish National Home Inc

Strong Poss-Abilities, Inc. is a nonprofit personal training studio for the special needs community in Windsor Locks. We are having our 3rd annual Designer Bag Bingo and raffle on Saturday, April 20, 2024. We will have fantastic bingo prizes AND our tea cup raffles will be bigger and better! 
$40 for 10 games &amp; a dauber. Teacup raffles are separate.&nbsp;Cash Bar but you are welcome to bring your own snacks! Ticket sales through April 2

Local Event: Designer Bag Bingo and Teacup Raffle

Simsbury

Designer Bag Bingo and Teacup Raffle

Saturday April 20, 2024: Strong Poss-Abilities, Inc. is a nonprofit personal training studio for the special needs community in Windsor Locks....

Chabad Lubavitch of Northwest CT

Looking for an intimate meaningful Prayer experience... At Chabad we don't pray with labels or levels. Every one talks to G‑d on their level and in their language and pace. The service are led in the beautiful traditional manner but are tailored to the individual's needs. Followed by a Congregational Kiddush. * All are Welcome * NO Membership * Spirited, song-filled prayers * Warm, Friendly Community * User-Friendly Services * Relaxed, non-judgemental atmosphere * Hebrew/English Prayer-Books

Local Event: Join The Shabbat Experience

Join The Shabbat Experience

Saturday April 20, 2024: Looking for an intimate meaningful Prayer experience... At Chabad we don't pray with labels or levels. Every one...

Farmington River Trail

The Farmington Valley Trails Council and BikeWalkCantonCT are seeking volunteers for the annual Farmington River Trail Clean-Up in Canton. The event is scheduled from 10:00 AM until noon on Saturday, April 20. Participants are encouraged to bring work gloves, but disposable gloves and trash bags will be provided. 
Everyone is to meet by the Trail behind the Canton Town Garage (50 River Rd.) for trail section assignment. Volunteers can email bikewalkcantonct@gmail.com to confirm or show up in person the day of the event. Rain date is scheduled for Sunday, April 21.

Local Event: CANTON Farmington River Trail Clean-Up

CANTON Farmington River Trail Clean-Up

Saturday April 20, 2024: The Farmington Valley Trails Council and BikeWalkCantonCT are seeking volunteers for the annual Farmington River...

ShopRite of Canton

Plant your own herb garden to celebrate Earth Day! ShopRite Registered Dietitian Hannah will help you plant an herb that you can take home and watch grow!
Ages 4-8 welcome.
Email hannah.waxler@wakefern.com to register. Space is limited.

Local Event: ShopRite Kids Class: Plant A Herb Garden for Earth Day!

ShopRite Kids Class: Plant A Herb Garden for...

Monday April 22, 2024: Plant your own herb garden to celebrate Earth Day! ShopRite Registered Dietitian Hannah will help you plant an herb...

ShopRite Kids Class: Plant A Herb Garden for Earth Day!

At Chabad, the Passover Seder is interactive, integrated with Chassidic tales and Jewish humor. The atmosphere is warm. A Festive holiday dinner is catered by Kosher Cuisine. We sing together and discuss Passover's relevance with today. Enjoy the Holiday of Freedom with your family at a Seder experience you will remember for a Lifetime.
Celebrating 29 years of gourmet hand made Matzah and exclusive imported kosher wines at our family seders.RSVP: <a href="https://www.chabadnw.org/seder?fbclid=IwAR3JpVwtfDuyXPGNHpPIyIZ551q7P26pNbDKi4BeYHDniOSK6pTalg5LbV8_aem_AYNELGkfOxaPtK4vB7J-UVY0woAH89_9yjRwrWTTi-50eTVdfQSIZHd-zhEZX8GAu7ibcxPQVVLQ8uofLxx9q1eW" rel="nofollow" role="link" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://www.chabadnw.org/seder</a>

Local Event: 29th Annual Litchfield on the Green Passover Community Seder

29th Annual Litchfield on the Green Passover...

Monday April 22, 2024: At Chabad, the Passover Seder is interactive, integrated with Chassidic tales and Jewish humor. The atmosphere is...

29th Annual Litchfield on the Green Passover Community Seder

T-Mobile Tuesdays app

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Local Event: T-Mobile Tuesdays: Get Delighted Every Week

T-Mobile Tuesdays: Get Delighted Every Week

Tuesday April 23, 2024: T-Mobile customers: download the T Life app and go to T-Mobile Tuesdays to get free stuff and great perks from the...

In Front of LaSalle Market & Deli, 104 Main Street, Collinsville

NEW! The Chamber's Health &amp; Wellness Connections networking group invites you to stroll with us at our NEW WALKIE TALKIES Taking place typically the 4th Tuesday of the month in downtown Collinsville, Walkie Talkies are a great way for you to casually converse with area health/wellness practioners, all while enjoying some fresh air and a healthy activity for mind and body Each program begins with a 15 minute informative overview of a different health/wellness topic presented by various members of the Chamber’s Health &amp; Wellness Connections, who will then lead the group on a 45 minute, go-at-your-own-pace walk.

Want To Participate?&nbsp;
 Walkie Talkies are Free, Open To The Public and Take Place Rain or Shine Registration is Requested In the event of inclement weather, the walk will be moved to a nearby indoor location

Local Event: Walkie Talkies

Walkie Talkies

Tuesday April 23, 2024: NEW! The Chamber's Health &amp; Wellness Connections networking group invites you to stroll with us at our NEW WALKIE...

Join us for a holistic wellness event to learn more about alternative health options to help you feel your best! Your hosts include Paula Webster from Canton PT, Dr. Lisa Gronski from Connecticut Osteopathic Center, Dr. Cailyn McDonnell from Lotus Physical Therapy and Pelvic Health, and Lauren Magel, Green Compass Advocate. You will hear about our businesses, enjoy collagen mocktails and CBD samples, and mingle! Prizes will be raffled!

Local Event: Evening of Integrative Healing

Evening of Integrative Healing

Wednesday April 24, 2024: Join us for a holistic wellness event to learn more about alternative health options to help you feel your best! Your...

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Are you ready to be part of something truly beautiful and unifying?! Every week, synagogues around the world come together to study the same weekly Torah portion. Let's unite in our love for Torah and join this incredible global community. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect in spirit with the world and with friends from all over Northwest CT and deepen your understanding of our shared heritage. Join us every Wednesday at 8:00 PM for an unforgettable journey into the teachings of the Torah. From the comfort of your own home, you'll discover how to love to the greatest of heights and live a life filled with purpose and meaning. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn and grow with us! Tune in via zoom at <a href="https://chabadnw.org/live" target="_blank" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://chabadnw.org/live&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1704827736591000&amp;usg=AOvVaw142Adny4XO7SweMYZ-N0om" rel="nofollow">chabadnw.org/live</a> or on facebook live at <a href="https://fb.com/chabadNW" target="_blank" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://fb.com/chabadNW&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1704827736591000&amp;usg=AOvVaw15A0PuPOncesOBKeSCx8aE" rel="nofollow">fb.com/chabadNW</a>. See you there!

Local Event: Parsha In My Life

Parsha In My Life

Wednesday April 24, 2024: Are you ready to be part of something truly beautiful and unifying?! Every week, synagogues around the world come...

Join us for a weekly dose of inspiration with Rebbetzin Mina as she delves into the weekly Torah portion. Take a break from your busy schedule every Thursday from 11:30-12:30 at Chabad on the Green located at 69 West Litchfield, CT 06759.Come prepared to gain new insights and connect with a community of like-minded individuals. Let Rebbetzin guide you on a journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth. Don't miss out on this opportunity to nourish your soul and elevate your week. We can't wait to see you there!

Local Event: Women's Torah & Tea

Women's Torah & Tea

Thursday April 25, 2024: Join us for a weekly dose of inspiration with Rebbetzin Mina as she delves into the weekly Torah portion. Take a...

Celebrate Earth Day at ShopRite of Canton! Registered Dietitian Hannah will be giving out samples of her favorite brands that are healthy for us and our planet. Stop by to try samples, get coupons, and learn more about the amazing brands that love our planet.
No registration required. Email hannah.waxler@wakefern.com with questions.

Local Event: ShopRite Sustainable Samples Festival

ShopRite Sustainable Samples Festival

Saturday April 27, 2024: Celebrate Earth Day at ShopRite of Canton! Registered Dietitian Hannah will be giving out samples of her favorite...

Renbrook School

Please join us at Renbrook School for our Spring Secondary School Fair on Thursday, May 2, 2024, from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Visit with representatives from over 75 of the best secondary schools in the country. This is a great opportunity to explore private high schools, both day and boarding, in Connecticut, New England, and beyond. The event is free and open to the public. <a href="https://www.renbrook.org/academics/upper-school/secondary-school-placement/?utm_source=patch&amp;utm_medium=digital&amp;utm_campaign=ssfair&amp;utm_content=visit" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">renbrook.org</a>

Local Event: Secondary School Fair

West Hartford

Secondary School Fair

Thursday May 2, 2024: Please join us at Renbrook School for our Spring Secondary School Fair on Thursday, May 2, 2024, from 6:30 - 8:00...

Collinsville Bank - A Division of Northwest Community Bank, 277 Albany Turnpike, Canton, CT, 06019 AND Northwest Community Bank, 101 Simsbury Road, Avon, CT 06001

Bring your old bills, confidential mail, and other sensitive documents to be professionally destroyed by INFO SHRED at the AVON/CANTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 4TH ANNUAL COMMUNITY SHRED EVENT -- Taking place Saturday, May 4 at: 
 8:30 to 10:00 AM -- <a href="https://collinsvillebank.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Collinsville Bank</a>, 277 Albany Turnpike, Canton AND 10:30 AM to Noon -- <a href="https://nwcommunitybank.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Northwest Community Bank</a>, 101 Simsbury Road, Avon
Limit TWO (17" x 12" x 10.5") Copy Paper-Size Boxes | Personal Shredding ONLY | No Business Items Please
<ul><li>Place boxes in either your trunk or back seat</li><li>Stay in your vehicle</li><li>Acceptable Shred Items - Paper Only: bank records, canceled checks, credit card statements, medical records, legal documents, social security numbers, investment data, addressed mail, etc...</li><li>Paper Clips and Binder Clips ARE O.K.</li><li>NO BINDERS, METAL, OR MEDIA</li><li>We will not be issuing Certificates of Destruction</li></ul>
COST: NON-PERISHABLE FOOD ITEMS to be Donated to: Canton Food Bank (8:30-10:00 AM) AND Avon Food Bank (10:30 AM-Noon)
THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS:<ul><li><a href="https://www.110grill.com/canton-ct" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">110 Grill/Canton</a></li><li><a href="https://www.avonmassage.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Avon Massage Therapy Center</a><a href="https://www.avonmassage.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"></a></li><li><a href="https://www.cruiseplanners.com/travel-agents/view/23847-Chris-&amp;-Chip-Bafumo" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Cruise Planners-The Traveling Buddies-Chris Bafumo</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pafycaremanagement.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">PAFY Care Management</a></li></ul><ul></ul>

Local Event: 4th ANNUAL COMMUNITY SHRED EVENT

4th ANNUAL COMMUNITY SHRED EVENT

Saturday May 4, 2024: Bring your old bills, confidential mail, and other sensitive documents to be professionally destroyed by INFO SHRED...

Canton Land Conservation Trust's Sun, Wind and Woodland property

Look for migrating songbirds on this hike, led by Canton Land Trust Director and Roaring Brook Nature Center Director Jay Kaplan. Meet at 7 in the main parking lot of the Sun, Wind and Woodland property.
Birds that hikers might see include migrant thrushes, warblers and tanagers, and breeding yellow-bellied sapsuckers, eastern towhees, and blue-headed vireos.
Bring binoculars if you have them. This hike is not geared toward young children. It will be canceled in case of rain. 
Directions: From Rt. 44 turn north on Indian Hill Road and follow for 1.4 miles to the end. Turn right on Breezy Hill Road and continue uphill about .5 miles, passing a red house on the left. Just past the red house, turn left into the unpaved parking area.

Local Event: Spring Songbird Hike with Canton Land Conservation Trust

Spring Songbird Hike with Canton Land...

Sunday May 5, 2024: Look for migrating songbirds on this hike, led by Canton Land Trust Director and Roaring Brook Nature Center Director...

Spring Songbird Hike with Canton Land Conservation Trust

The riverside point-to-point 10K from Burlington to Collinsville takes runners from quiet local roads and onto the multi-use trail with incredible views along the Farmington River. The flat, shaded course finishes in the quaint downtown of Collinsville.
All participants will earn a short sleeve technical shirt and a custom designed finisher medal. After the race, enjoy delicious fresh food from our friends at Lisa’s Crown &amp; Hammer!
New in 2024: Enjoy miles along the water of three Connecticut running destinations in the River Run challenge. Start with the Burlington to Collinsville Classic 10K along the Farmington River, then run the Riverfront 5K on June 27 along the Connecticut River in Hartford; and finish the challenge with either distance at the Old Wethersfield 5K &amp; 10K on August 18 by the Cove. Earn the special River Run commemorative finisher medal. <a href="https://www.hartfordmarathon.com/burlington-to-collinsville-classic-10k/?page_id=951" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Details</a>
Give Back: Please help give back to the community. Donations of nonperishable food will be collected on race day through the HMF Can drive to benefit the Canton Food Bank, which helps to supplement the food needs of Canton residents. The HMF Can drive is supported by Stop &amp; Shop. Thank you!

Local Event: Burlington to Collinsville Classic 10K

Burlington to Collinsville Classic 10K

Sunday May 5, 2024: The riverside point-to-point 10K from Burlington to Collinsville takes runners from quiet local roads and onto the...

Neighbors Helping Neighbors is a town wide community event organized by Focus on Canton, Inc. Focus is a non-profit 501© community-based group that assists Canton residents as needs arise. Focus was formed for the purpose of helping seniors and other Canton residents who do not have the physical, financial or family means to complete basic home maintenance tasks. 
Volunteers assist with general yard work, including weeding and planting, washing ground-level windows outside only, kitchen / bath clean ups, turning mattresses, and other household chores. Our volunteers are community members who have a heart for helping their neighbors. Volunteers come from caring Canton residents, our schools, businesses, civic and community organizations, places of worship, etc. -- all working together to make a significant difference in the lives of others. 
To reserve a spot on their Job List, please call Canton Social Services at 860-693-5811 by April 26th. All jobs are vetted by Canton Social Services prior to any work being done. There is never a fee for any services performed by Focus on Canton.

Local Event: Neighbors Helping Neighbors Spring Cleaning Day

Neighbors Helping Neighbors Spring Cleaning Day

Saturday May 11, 2024: Neighbors Helping Neighbors is a town wide community event organized by Focus on Canton, Inc.  Focus is a non-profit...

Kingswood Oxford's supremely talented Middle School students perform the rollicking and upbeat Seussical Jr. You don't want to miss it! All are welcome!
Performances will run on Friday, May 17, at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, May 18, at 2:00 p.m. in Roberts Theater. Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for Children <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fkoboxoffice.ludus.com%2Findex.php%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR035otzvOVRDOg58gKA4Ymx2Bdjo1OoUKPJwkYNkgI8UV3CszrU1l3_AWw_aem_AdPiMSfe57GB5Rq_PrgHiMlcZrANYKbdFK37sZynp1kLz_mC7LEo971G5UAM3ueoqbNRPtVSCXupdzqvRCvM2gDp&amp;h=AT3n-yrTGTXNT1IhhdOHbwt5VQ9HrJcXrYW8GCnHiZ2sSrZS4t1YscrapTd5PhCDiEHgj6lyZZhuZcCBE54bnfLJV3tOt-SyoO9ZaH8Q4zNegBsosXiZ9zFAq0HfGLDaFTlWkIVCjg&amp;__tn__=-UK-R&amp;c[0]=AT3kq8u52To_xv2Zp40vuJNCHFMaN9h9j6yVQ4GfduktcovpRwE40j_NjZxwMPlM-cW3jdenPtxYzENVkBzV9VAI7MyFXDXIQ6xEOK9cxNJgxM9TMM1HJFQ0aPdT8p-PyDxXxnS69mgDCe3xN8Ri_bIOtZfEPEp-H_KlM82saauYZtDM-hzFsEeBFG2Mnu_tjA7j8P3gEKaisiZd5IwAy9mW2DGpGmpXg4KMQw" rel="nofollow" role="link" tabindex="0" target="_blank"></a>

Local Event: Kingswood Oxford Presents Seussical Jr

Kingswood Oxford Presents Seussical Jr

Friday May 17, 2024: Kingswood Oxford's supremely talented Middle School students perform the rollicking and upbeat Seussical Jr. You...

Canton Land Conservation Trust's Uplands Preserve

Join hike leader Tom Noonan to see what life is emerging in these seasonal pools. Meet 1:30 pm at the north entrance of the Uplands Preserve
Hikers will see and learn about life in and around these special habitats. Weather willing, they'll see hundreds of larval amphibians as well as many interesting insects and crustaceans. 
The hike leader will bring nets, hand lenses, microscopes, field guides and buckets. This is an easy, fairly short hike – about 1.5 miles with slight climbing. The total time will be under two hours.
In case of bad weather, check <a href="https://cantonlandtrust.org/events/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>&nbsp;for possible rescheduling.
Directions: from Rt. 179 turn onto High Valley Drive and follow for approximately 1 mile to Westwood Drive on the right. Turn onto Westwood Drive, follow to the end and park in the cul-de-sac. Directions are also&nbsp;<a href="https://cantonlandtrust.org/uplands-preserve-trails/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a>

Local Event: Family-Friendly Vernal Pool Hike with Canton Land Trust

Family-Friendly Vernal Pool Hike with Canton...

Sunday May 19, 2024: Join hike leader Tom Noonan to see what life is emerging in these seasonal pools. Meet 1:30 pm at the north entrance...

Family-Friendly Vernal Pool Hike with Canton Land Trust

In front of Lasalle Market and Deli, 104 Main St, Canton, CT, 06019

The Avon/Canton Chamber's Health &amp; Wellness Connections networking group invites you to stroll with us at our NEW WALKIE TALKIES Taking place typically the 4th Tuesday of the month in downtown Collinsville, Walkie Talkies are a great way for you to casually converse with area health/wellness practitioners, all while enjoying some fresh air and a healthy activity for mind and body Each program begins with a 15 minute informative overview of a different health/wellness topic presented by various members of the Chamber’s Health &amp; Wellness Connections, who will then lead the group on a 45 minute, go-at-your-own-pace walk.

Want To Participate?&nbsp;
 Walkie Talkies are Free, Open To The Public and Take Place Rain or Shine Registration is Requested In the event of inclement weather, the walk will be moved to a nearby indoor location

Tuesday May 28, 2024: The Avon/Canton Chamber's Health &amp; Wellness Connections networking group invites you to stroll with us at our NEW...

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Canton Selectmen Nix Request To Keep Old Firehouse

Local school officials had asked town officials to reconsider taking it down so the school system could have more storage space.

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Wednesday's High School Scoreboard: Hartford...

A roundup of results from Wednesday's high school schedule involving varsity teams from Hartford and Tolland counties.

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Canton OKs Drafting Speed Camera Ordinance

While some worry about a 'Big Brother' aspect to traffic cams, Canton selectmen are looking for safer motorist behavior in town.

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Regional Waste Collection Event Is Saturday In...

Farmington, Canton, Avon, Simsbury, Granby, and Suffield residents can dump household hazardous waste/electronics and shred documents.

Regional Waste Collection Event Is Saturday In Farmington

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Post-Reval Tax Pain Topic Of Canton Town Meeting

Canton is having a town meeting on Thursday, April 18, to decide on a phase-in plan for steep tax hikes expected after a revaluation.

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