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The Week in Arts and Entertainment: Halloween Snowstorm Recovery
A weekly roundup of events around Canton in art, music, theater, film, dance, comedy and more.
As of this morning, Friday, CL&P reports Canton customers without power at about 50 percent so far after Saturday's unprecedented and untimely snowstorm knocked out almost 100 percent of the town's power. Meanwhile, businesses around Collinsville and along Rt. 44 are among those whose power, heat and Internet have been restored over the last few days.
This week, we're featuring restaurants, music venues and other arts-related businesses around Canton that have reopened and offer a place for neighbors and visitors to gather for a reprieve from the week's challenges, a warm meal and a bit of fun.
Readers: please let us know if we've missed a relevant event or business by using the comments section or sending an email to the writer!
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Bridge Street Live and Tolly's 41
Collinsville music and comedy venue reopened on Thursday, and their new restaurant, , is operating with a revised, fresh menu this weekend. Tolly's 41 is open for dinner each Wednesday through Sunday at 5 p.m. whether or not there's a show on the calendar.
Tonight, Friday, four-piece string band The Steel Wheels return to Bridge Street for a night of Americana that strikes a refreshing balance between tradition and innovation.
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On Saturday night comics Rich Vos and Bonnie McFarlane lighten the mood. Watch this clip for a taste of their style: http://richvos.com/videos/askrichandbonnie/.
Bluesman Southside Johnny and his band The Poor Fools rock Bridge Street Live on Thursday (Nov. 10). "Southside," a seasoned musician who has played regularly with rock and blues legends such as Bruce Springsteen, brings his own talented band for this more stripped down, acoustic-style show. Fans of Connecticut-based band NRBQ might want to check this show out, as a recent setlist included two NRBQ cover songs along with other classic covers and originals.
All shows this week are all-ages; Tolly's 41 opens at 5 p.m.; doors to the performance area open at 7 p.m.; showtime is 8 p.m.
The Crown & Hammer Restaurant & Pub
Husband and wife pop duo The Sawtelles will entertain tonight, Friday, at the starting around 9 p.m.
On Saturday, albinoTree returns for their monthly gig at the Crown featuring ""live music for lovers of wine and song," also at 9 p.m.
The restaurant's kitchen has been closed since Saturday's snowstorm but reopens tonight for dinner. The Monday Night Football special pub menu and Thursday's Trivia Night resume this week.
Live entertainment at the Crown, as always, is free.
The Hub Bar & Grille
On Saturday night, the celebrates five years in business with a free party. In addition, owner/chef Cindy Johns promises specials on food and drink, including $2 Buds, all week long.
The restaurant reopened on Wednesday and is now back to normal with a full menu.
Saturday's Karaoke Night begins at 9:30 p.m., and Wednesday's Karaoke Night begins at 9 p.m.
Rice Fields
Tonight, Friday, Torrington-based band Sidekick provides free live music in the party room at Asian restaurant and lounge .
Reopened for lunch and dinner, including sushi, since earlier in the week, Rice Fields hosts a weekly Karaoke Night on Saturdays.
La Trattoria
Did you know has WiFi? Customers looking for a place to work during this week of snowstorm recovery are invited to come in for a warm meal and to make themselves at home with laptops and other electronic devices.
Members of jazz band Swing 39 play as a trio tonight, Friday, from 7 to 10 p.m., and return as a duo on Thursday from 7 to 10 p.m.
On Saturday from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., a set from pianist John Lomartra from Cromwell enhances the mellow, Old World European mood in the bar.
Dish 'n Dat
Courtney Drummey returns to tonight, Friday, to play a set of country covers and originals at 8 p.m.
The kitchen, specializing in American diner-style comfort foods with a twist, opens on weekdays at 11 a.m. and weekend at 9 a.m. and stays open late into the night.
LaSalle Market & Deli
weekly Open Mic Night hosted alternately by Eric Paradine and Con "Coyote" Doty is on for tonight, Friday. Rumor has it that local favorite Bill Benson will be playing his original tune, "Take Our Sweet Time."
LaSalle reopened on Thursday morning at 6 a.m. with a somewhat limited menu but seem to be back to the normal routine and busy for breakfast, lunch and dinner every day.
The Fireplace Cafe
Popular local roots band The Poor Nephews are trying this again! The second night of their two-night stint at the Fireplace on River Street, reluctantly postponed due to the severity of last weekend's storm, will occur this Saturday night instead at 9:30 p.m. Show your support for the tenacity of this band, their fans and this cozy venue by bringing cash "for the bucket." Musicians at the Fireplace play exclusively for your tips and, of course, for fun.
Roaring Brook Concert Series
We have not yet been able to reach the folks at to confirm whether or not the Joseph FireCrow "Cheyenne Flute Man" performance scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Saturday is occurring as planned as snowstorm recovery continues. We will update this column when we have any news from the venue.
For more information, visit http://roaringbrookconcerts.org/ or call (860) 693-0263.
Flatbread Company
The Substitutes, local educators by day and rock musicians by night, perform at in on Thursday, Nov. 10, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Town-Sponsored Halloween Party for Families
The is hosting a Halloween-themed party at Mills Pond Park on Thursday (Nov. 10) from 4 to 8 p.m. Stay tuned for more information!
Gallery 101 Main
At , artist Jim Koplar hosts an "Art Jam" on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. For a $10 cover charge, art supplies and instruction are provided in a casual, supportive and fun environment.
More Arts-Related Businesses Reopening
in Collinsville is open again after being closed for several days during the power outage. Missed lessons are being rescheduled as needed.
reopened on Thursday with a full schedule of classes. This might be a good week to renew your practice and to warm up while you're at it.
, a salon in Collinsville, has reopened and working to reschedule appointments deferred during the power outage.
in Collinsville will begin their short-term session on November 7 as scheduled. This session is for Jewelry 2. Call 860-693-9427 to register.
Session 2 at River City Art Center on Center St. in Collinsville began on Thursday as planned.
, a jewelry, crafts and fiber arts retailer in Collinsville featuring the wares of fine artisans from around the region, has reopened for normal business hours. Staff members invite you to "come in, browse, shop and get warm."
on Route 44 is open for business as of Wednesday.
