Roxbury library exhibits works by 10 artists

Minor Memorial Library, 23 South Street Roxbury, will feature an exhibit of works called Oil & Water Mix, beginning Oct. 30.

The show will continue during regular library hours through Dec. 11, except when the community room is in use for a special library program.

All of the artists participating in the exhibit – Sandy Dolinsky, Maryellen Furse, Jan Grody, Jean O’Reilly, Carol O’Toole, Nancy Rainsford Pistone, Hitchy Rahilly, Kit Sagendorf, Diana Swoyer – have studied with Marija McCarthy whose works are also included in this exhibition. Call 860-350- 2181 for information and directions.

H.O.R.S.E. of Connecticut in Washington hosts horse care clinic

The Humane Organization Representing Suffering Equines (H.O.R.S.E. of Connecticut), Connecticut’s oldest equine rescue, celebrating their 40th year, will hold an annual Basic Horse Care Clinic on Saturday, Oct. 16 from 10 a.m. to noon.

Learn the basics of horse care by working “hands-on” with some of horses while learning about proper handling and grooming, taking a horses temperature, worming, hoof and dental care, and diet requirements.

There will also be a discussion on fencing and proper shelter as well. The cost for the clinic is $10. Take a tour of the farm and meet horses. Meet volunteers and ask questions. The tack shop will also be open for those looking for saddles, blankets and other equipment.

H.O.R.S.E. of Connecticut is at 43 Wilbur Road, Washington. For more information, email horsectinfo@gmail.com, visit www.horseofct.org or call 860-868-1960.

Roxbury Land Trust offers October programs

The Roxbury Land Trust plans two programs this October: A fall foliage walk at its Gavel Family Farm Preserve and a virtual talk on “Animal Architects.”

On Oct. 18 at 11 a.m., Director of Development Barbara Bradbury Pape will lead a walk at the Gavel Family Farm Preserve to enjoy the foliage and vista, as well as explore the history and meadow habitat restoration project underway at the site.

Once a prominent farming field, the Gavel Family Farm Preserve is now preserved as open space.

The Trust recently began a project to revitalize a 6.5-acre section of the preserve, encouraging healthy habitats for numerous woodland creatures. From the removal of invasive species to the reseeding of the meadow, participants will learn about the trust’s efforts to create a sustainable meadow habitat, a release said. Participants are encouraged to wear appropriate weatherproof footwear, bring a water bottle and be prepared for an hour-long easy walk with possible uneven terrain. Meet at the small parking area on Dorothy Diebold Lane.

On Oct. 20 at 7 p.m. via Zoom, White Memorial Conservation Center’s Director of Administration and Development Gerri Griswold will present “Animal Architects.”

Meet builders in this one-hour picture presentation celebrating the glory of human and animal architecture, a release said.

Gunn Memorial Library in Washington hosts virtual programs in junior library

On Nov. 6 at 1 p.m., make apple bird feeders – Use sliced apples and a special mixture of seeds to construct the bird feeders. Materials and instructions will be available for curbside pickup. Children will need help from an adult with this program.

Nov. 13 at 1 p.m.: Thanksgiving centerpiece – Zoom with Ms. Linda to create a seasonal centerpiece out of dried flowers, grasses and seed pods for the family’s holiday table. A special container to display one’s centerpiece will be available in the curbside kit.

Dec. 4 at 1p.m.: Gingerbread Houses- Join Ms. Abigail over Zoom to make a frosty gingerbread house. Get ready for the holidays by decorating a gingerbread house with supplies the library will provide.

Kits with a variety of candy decorations as well as a milk carton gingerbread house. A simple frosting recipe will also be included in the curbside kit.

Not enough time to make frosting? Store bought frosting can also be used, too. These programs are free and open to all. For further information or to register call 860-868-2310 or email gunnjr@biblio.org www.gunnlibrary.org. The Gunn Memorial Library is located at 5 Wykeham Road. Curbside kits must be picked up by Thursday at 6 p.m.

KBJB presents Haloween Qweens Ball

New Milford: KBJB Danbury VFW Post 149, KBJB Entertainment in New Milford presents The Halloween Qweens Ball.

There will be prizes for best to worst, $25 per person; all proceeds go to Danbury VFW Post 149. Bring snacks, no outside alcohol will be permitted.

Doors open at 7 p.m., 5 Byron St. The show starts at 8 p.m. For questions, call KBJB Entertainment at 860-350-8152 or email kbjbradio@gmail.com.

Institute for American Indian Studies in Washington hosting workshop

Learn how to make a leather Native American style pouch on Oct. 17 at one-hour time slots from 1 to 4 p.m. Under the guidance of the museum’s education department, learn how Native Americans used leather for clothing, pouches, bags, and other items of daily life.

Native Americans historically used leather pouches to carry many of life’s necessities. Pouches were made from a variety of materials, some were woven, and others were made from the hides of different animals, most commonly deer, a release said.

For questions call 860-868-0518 or email general@iaismuseum.org. The cost of participation including materials is $25 per person for non-members and $20 for members.

New Milford: Warm clothing giveaway will be Oct. 23

The warm clothing giveaway will be Oct. 23 from noon to 4:30 p.m. behind the Congregational Church and the Senior Center. The rain date is Oct. 30.

All clothes, boots, bedding, etc. are free to anyone who needs them. Please drop off clean and in good condition — coats and jackets, sweaters and sweatshirts, socks, hats, scarves,mittens and gloves, and warm winter or rain boots or waterproof shoes. All sizes are needed. Blankets and quilts are also needed.

Kent: CT Museum of Mining and Mineral Science hosting first fall mineral, fossil sale

The museum will be holding its first fall mineral and fossil sale Saturday, Oct. 23 at the museum, located at 31 Kent-Cornwall Road (Rte 7). Hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

TheatreWorks New Milford continues its run of “If I Fell”

This is a one-act play by Jocelyn Beard. The plot begins the morning after an unexpected encounter at the drive-in theatre between young lovers in 1965. Torn by pride and passion, fiery Carly and Frank’s struggle to come to terms with their feelings for life and for each other threatens to set all of Savannah, Georgia ablaze. Caught in a time of titanic change, Carly and Frank both fight fiercely to hold onto the one thing that truly matters: love, a release said.

The production continues through Oct. 16. Curtain time is 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Tickets are $25 for reserved seating. Students and military personnel and Veterans with ID will be admitted for $20.

All performances will be held at TheatreWorks, 5 Brookside Ave., New Milford (For GPS use 20 Elm Street Ext., New Milford 06776. Reservations can be made online at theatreworks.us or by calling the box office at (860) 350-6863.

Sherman Library hosting Halloween program

The Sherman Library will be offering a special seasonal program, “This is Halloween: The Weird and Quirky History of the Holiday” presented by Mallory Howard Oct. 20 at 7 p.m. This is a remote program via Zoom.

Halloween has changed quite a bit, both historically and culturally over the years, becoming much more commercialized, a release said.

Scary movies, candy, ghosts and goblins, have become associated with this spooky time of year for the young and old alike; but how did it start? How did it evolve into the holiday we know and recognize today?

Howard and attendees will look at the origins of Halloween, along with the variety of ways it has been celebrated over the years.

Howard is the assistant curator at The Mark Twain House & Museum. This program is free and is offered by the Sherman Library remotely through Zoom. For more information and to register, send an email to SLprograms@biblio.org.

Sherman Library to host Great Decisions: The World Health Organization’s response to COVID-19

On Oct. 19, 7 p.m. via Zoom, the Sherman Library will be hosting a special session of Great Decisions: The World Health Organization’s response to COVID-19, featuring special guest speaker John Ehrenreich.

What is the WHO’s role in responding to international pandemics? What can be done to improve the WHO’s response to future global health crises? What other lessons can we learn from our experience of the pandemic?

This program is free and is offered by the Sherman Library and the Sherman JCC remotely through Zoom. For more information and to register, contact slprograms@biblio.org or call 860-355-1092.

Merwinsville Hotel in Gaylordsville celebrates 50th anniversary

The Merwinsville Hotel in Gaylordsville is celebrating its 50th anniversary of restoring the national landmark with the 33rd annual arts and fine crafts show for its final weekend, Oct. 15-17. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The fall show also features the work of artisans in glass, jewelry, woodwork, pottery and more.

A $2 donation per person to the show is suggested. Children under 10 can get in for free. Members are admitted free. The Merwinsville Hotel is located at 1 Brown’s Forge Road in Gaylordsville. For further information, call 860-350-4443 or visit www.merwinsvillehotel.org.