Community Calendar

In partnership with the Farmington Land Trust this virtual group exhibit by CT Artists celebrates the beauty, rhythm, and joy of summer in our shared home. From river walks and gardens to golden hour skies and quiet afternoons.

June 1 through August 31, 2025. 40% of any purchases from this exhibit will go to the Farmington Land Trust!

To view the full Gallery, please visit: https://www.galleryforgood.org/summerinnewengland

In partnership with the Farmington Land Trust this virtual group exhibit by CT Artists celebrates the beauty, rhythm, and joy of summer in our shared home. From river walks and gardens to golden hour skies and quiet afternoons.

June 1 through August 31, 2025. 40% of any purchases from this exhibit will go to the Farmington Land Trust!

To view the full Gallery, please visit: https://www.galleryforgood.org/summerinnewengland

The Lewis Walpole Library's latest exhibition has been curated by Alison FitzGerald, Associate Professor in the Department of History, Maynooth University, Ireland. Open Wednesdays 2-4:30 pm and other times by appointment. On view March 5 through August 22, 2025.

This exhibition explores the range of spectacular shows that were offered to the fee-paying public in Georgian London, from exhibitions of paintings, to scientific demonstrations, to the display of wondrous animals. The exhibition primarily focuses on images drawn from the extensive collections at the Lewis Walpole Library that announce, depict and satirize what people paid to gaze at. It will consider how derogatory ideas about spectacle were expressed in caricatures and political discourse.

Details at https://walpole.library.yale.edu/programs/exhibitions#Current%20exhibit

In partnership with the Farmington Land Trust this virtual group exhibit by CT Artists celebrates the beauty, rhythm, and joy of summer in our shared home. From river walks and gardens to golden hour skies and quiet afternoons.

June 1 through August 31, 2025. 40% of any purchases from this exhibit will go to the Farmington Land Trust!

To view the full Gallery, please visit: https://www.galleryforgood.org/summerinnewengland

Few chapters in the history of modern art are more loved and revered, more foundational and debated than the story of French impressionism. The group of painters who initially brought this style of artmaking to world-wide fame was initially small but with each passing generation their supporters and followers have continued to grow. Now, more than 150 years after the first impressionist exhibition in Paris in 1874, the scholarship concerning this style of painting is so extensive that it is difficult to summarize.

This short course of 6 lectures confronts this daunting situation head on by breaking impressionism down into key artists and themes central to the movement, focusing specifically on its original practitioners in France and those who later adopted the style in the United States. By analyzing the work of a celebrated French master like Edgar Degas alongside that of his American follower Everett Shinn, for instance, or the paintings of Pierre-Auguste Renoir in conjunction with those of William Glackens, the transatlantic ramifications of impressionism and the enduring power of Hill-Stead’s collection are clarified.

No previous course work in art history is required and no background reading is assigned. An informal syllabus of additional reading, however, is provided for those who are interested. Each lecture will run about 45 minutes. The sessions will be followed by a Q&A. The sessions at 6pm will begin with wine and cheese at 5:30pm. The sessions at 3pm will begin with coffee and goodies at 2:30pm.

Celebrate the end of our Summer Reading program with Almost ERAS: The Taylor Swift Experience is an immersive tribute that takes audiences on a captivating journey through the musical evolution of one of the most iconic artists of our time—Taylor Swift. This experience is a celebration of her remarkable career, capturing the essence of her many eras, from her country roots to her transformation into a global pop sensation. You know you're going to want to sing along!

This event is sponsored by the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving in conjunction with The Farmington Libraries.

In partnership with the Farmington Land Trust this virtual group exhibit by CT Artists celebrates the beauty, rhythm, and joy of summer in our shared home. From river walks and gardens to golden hour skies and quiet afternoons.

June 1 through August 31, 2025. 40% of any purchases from this exhibit will go to the Farmington Land Trust!

To view the full Gallery, please visit: https://www.galleryforgood.org/summerinnewengland

Come enjoy an evening on the farm Fridays in August with live music, food truck, adult beverages, cut your own flowers, cornhole, sunset and more.

Free admission, free parking.

Bring your own chair.

No outside food or beverage permitted.

The Sacred Sisterhood

A space for women to gather and to be themselves, creating a community of space & compassion

With Jennifer Rowe, yoga teacher and group facilitator

Date and time: monthly, 6-7pm on the following dates: 

Friday, April 25 

Thursday, May 29 

Tuesday, June 24 

Monday, July 21

Friday, August 22 

Thursday, September 18

Monday, October 20 

Tuesday, November 18

Friday, December 19 

Offering a space for women to gather and to be themselves, creating a community of space and compassion. Together, we will explore our connection to ourselves and Mother Earth, while creating connections with each other. Each month, the circle will have a theme and offerings to match, including meditation, oracle cards, herbs, group circle, creative expression, yoga, music and singing, as well as, dance and movement. All offerings are optional, and all bodies, ages, and skills are welcome to share and learn alongside one another.

What participants should bring: If you have, bring a yoga mat, blocks, and bolsters. Some blankets and mats are available to borrow.  Also, bring a couple blankets for comfort, and a journal with colorful pens or drawing/coloring tools you prefer. Bring whatever is inside you – there is space for it all, with compassion.

Event Fee: $23 Please contact Jennifer if there is financial hardship-we do not want to turn anyone away. 

Payment link: Venmo @jenniferowe

Or use ticket link (https://www.vinegarandlove.com//_paylink/AZWr98KF) 

To ensure the comfort and good space for everyone, please RSVP. 

For RSVP or for questions contact Jennifer: 860-978-8773 or breatheinyoga@myyahoo.com

Bio: Jennifer is a newly certified yoga teacher, 200hr RYT., and group circle facilitator. She is also enrolled in meditation teacher training, and women wellness facilitator training courses. She also started Let it Go to Seed, a perennial plant company, and Vinegar & Love, an all-natural cleaning product company. She enjoys studying and sharing wellness, nutrition, herbs, meditation, and realizing all things that bring inner joy and balance.

Screaming Orphans is an all-sister Celtic folk and rock band from Donegal Ireland that combines their original compositions with a unique take on traditional Irish music. Having developed their own fusion of pop and rock, the band’s spine-tingling four-part harmony and mastery of their instruments results in a highly energized performance that takes audiences of all ages on an exhilarating and emotional musical journey.

Spirit Within: A Weekly Women's Circle

Where women reclaim their magic, connect with Spirit and rise together.

With Kristen Naes (She/Her)

Wednesdays, 6:30 pm-7:45 pm (starting June 18)

Step into a sacred space where your intuition is honored, your gifts are welcomed, and your voice is heard. Spirit Within is a weekly women’s circle devoted to the development of psychic and mediumship abilities in a nurturing, heart-centered environment. 

Each week, we gather to explore practices such as:

-Evidential mediumship and spirit communication

-Channeling messages from guides and loved ones

-Inspired and automatic writing

-Strengthening the clairs (clairvoyance, clairaudience, etc.)

-Grounding, protection, and energetic hygiene

-Rituals for deepening your connection to the unseen

Whether you're just beginning to awaken your intuitive senses or seeking to expand your existing connection with Spirit, this circle offers guidance, sisterhood, and sacred space to grow. Together, we listen, receive, practice, and rise. Open to women and non-binary folks who enjoy women-centered spaces. 

What Participants Should Bring: Notebook and pen, or preferred writing materials

Event Fee: Donation-based (suggested $15-$25 per circle)

Payment Link: Registration/Donation Link* 

RSVP Deadline: 12 pm on the day of the weekly circle you plan to attend

Bio: Kristen Naes, LMSW is an evidential psychic-medium, Reiki practitioner, spiritual wellness coach, and the founder of Lumina Healing Arts. Combining her clinical social work background with intuitive abilities, she provides trauma-informed evidential mediumship readings, Reiki healing, and spiritual wellness support through both individual sessions and group offerings. Kristen is passionate about supporting women and the LGBTQIA+ community, channeling the nurturing energy of the Divine Feminine to help clients feel deeply cared for, empowered, and aligned with their authentic selves. More info about Kristen and Lumina Healing Arts: www.luminahealingarts.com.

*If you prefer to donate cash at the door, register by emailing Kristen Naes and providing your full name/pronouns and date of the circle you plan to attend. Pre-registration is strictly required.

In 1841, Farmington was home to the African Mende captives who had rebelled and overtaken the slave ship La Amistad. On several dates this summer, the Farmington Historical Society will host a presentation and guided walking tour of these Freedon Trail sites that played a role during their stay in Farmington. The lecture and tour will be led by Connecticut storyteller Andre LePelle Keitt. Mr. Keitt serves as Consultant for Education and Programming for the Farmington Historical Society. The walking tour will also feature other sites in Farmington village which are part of Connecticut’s Freedom Trail and the Underground Railroad. 

The 53 captives of La Amistad, mostly Mende from what is now Sierra Leone, were being shipped to Cuba to work on plantations. While at sea, they rebelled and the 44 survivors sailed the ship ending up in Long Island, New York. They were then taken into custody aboard the USS Washington, sent to New Haven and jailed to start trials in Hartford and later in Washington, D.C. The trials lasted 18 months. In February 1841, their case was argued by former President John Quincy Adams before the U.S. Supreme Court. On March 9, 1841, the decision was made declaring the Africans to be free people with permission to return to their homeland. Nine days later, they arrived in Farmington where abolitionists provided housing, schooling, and the fundraising necessary for the Mende passage back to their homeland. 

The event will be presented on most Saturdays at 10 a.m., meeting at First Church of Christ, Congregational,1652 at 75 Main Street, Farmington, CT. Dates are: June 7, 14, 21; July 12, 19, 26; and August 2, 9, 16, 23; September 6, 13, 27. Cost for the lecture and tour is $20 per person (19 and up), $15 for seniors, and $10 for those under 18. Free for children 5 years old and under. The event will take place rain or shine. If the walking portion of the tour is not possible due to extreme weather, the event will continue in the church with a special presentation. Tickets must be purchased prior to the tour at https://bit.ly/4iD4qrK.

You are invited to a showing of three silent shorts from the silent movie era to be played at the Farmington Library this August with live piano accompaniment. See the likes of Buster Keaton and company in a trio of comedy, suspense and thrills from great-grandpa's days at the nickelodeon. Suspense (1913), directed by Lois Weber and Phillips Smalley, Pool Sharks (1915), directed by Edwin Middleton and The Garage (1920) directed by "Fatty" Arbuckle will be shown.

Valuable Discoveries Found In Unexpected Places - get yours appraised for free!

We've all made some unexpected discoveries before. Maybe you found a $20 bill in an old coat pocket or stumbled upon a surprise family heirloom while cleaning your basement.

Discoveries range from weird to invaluable and everything in-between. Hopefully, this posting inspires you to keep your eyes open and indulge your curiosity. Who knows? Maybe you’ll find something of value as well.

Bring your “discoveries” to ANTIQ’S - the only antique shop in Farmington, CT - where “every” Saturday is FREE antique appraisal day.

ANTIQ'S Voted the BEST antique shop in Farmington for 30+ years!

Just 3.3 miles off of I-84, Farmington, CT. Accepting all major credit cards and cash.

AND OF COURSE ~ BROWSERS WELCOME AND BUYERS ADORED

ANTIQ’S LLC – FARMINGTON, CT - Estd. 1990

Located on Hyde Rd., Farmington, CT at the corner of New Britain Avenue

Open every weekend Sat/Sun 11:00 am to 4:00 pm

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Please note there is no class June-August

Confluence

Ready to find your people? 

Let's cultivate a space for a new way of being

With Julieanne Palmer, Shaman and Spiritual Mentor.

Fourth Saturdays starting March 22, 2025. 3:00-5:00 PM

This will be an open forum where

everyone belongs, any idea is welcome, and where your

words can be spoken and heard in a safe and open

environment. We will create a tapestry of ideas, dreams and

connection. We will openly discuss those areas of wisdom

that you have but no one to share them with. A place where

you can just be and listen to thoughts and ideas you never

would have envisioned and weave them into your own life’s

tapestry.

What participants should bring:

Water, snacks to share, a stone/crystal, journal.

Event Fee: Donation of $10 would be appreciated

Payment link: Venmo: jpmoonpath

Contact Info: ctshaman@gmail.com

About Julieanne: Julieanne lives in Barkhamsted where she has been

practicing her shamanism for thirty years. Her twenty-five

years as a Mesa carrier, studying with the Peruvian Q’eros,

working with people of diverse Medicine Ways, she brings a

vast amount of wisdom and energy to all she offers.

Julieanne would like to create a community of open minded,

creative thinkers, people who lead with the heart and can

envision a new way of being.

Afro Dance Fitness Class

Where vibrant rhythms and energetic moves create an unforgettable workout experience  

~For women only~

Led by experienced instructor Jolie Cayer, owner: Avon Afro Dance Fitness

Dates and Times: 

Free demo class on Friday June 27th from 6:30-7:15PM!

Regular weekly classes:

Monday Afternoons: 1:15-2PM (starting July 7, 2025)

Saturdays: 9:30-10:45AM and 5:30-6:15PM (starting July 12, 2025)

This class combines traditional African dance moves and aerobics routine. Come try it out in the free demo class on 6/27 at 6:30PM, then join in on the Monday afternoon or Saturday morning or evening classes starting July 7. 

-Learn dynamic dance steps that engages your entire body 

-Improve cardiovascular health 

-Boost your mood

-Enhance your flexibility and build strength 

All while immersing yourself in the joyous spirit of African dance. Most importantly you'll have fun!

Come experience this unique form of exercise, you'll get a full-body workout, learn new dance moves while you're tapping into your sensuality.

3 classes to choose from per week 1 on Monday afternoon, 2 on Saturdays (morning and evening classes): 

Starting Mon July 7th: from 1:15pm to 2pm. 

Starting Sat July 12th: Morning class, 9:30am to 10:45 am, evening class. 5:30 to 6:15pm. 

Class size limited! MUST Register to save your spot-please specify which date & time preferred

Class cost: $21 per class or $89.99 for a bundle of 6 sessions.

Venmo or cashapp:  Venmo @Benj-C Cashapp AFDBYJOLIE

Questions or to RSVP, call/text Jolie: (860) 255-4008

Website: https://avonadf.com/

Afro Dance Fitness Class

Where vibrant rhythms and energetic moves create an unforgettable workout experience  

~For women only~

Led by experienced instructor Jolie Cayer, owner: Avon Afro Dance Fitness

Dates and Times: 

Free demo class on Friday June 27th from 6:30-7:15PM!

Regular weekly classes:

Monday Afternoons: 1:15-2PM (starting July 7, 2025)

Saturdays: 9:30-10:45AM and 5:30-6:15PM (starting July 12, 2025)

This class combines traditional African dance moves and aerobics routine. Come try it out in the free demo class on 6/27 at 6:30PM, then join in on the Monday afternoon or Saturday morning or evening classes starting July 7. 

-Learn dynamic dance steps that engages your entire body 

-Improve cardiovascular health 

-Boost your mood

-Enhance your flexibility and build strength 

All while immersing yourself in the joyous spirit of African dance. Most importantly you'll have fun!

Come experience this unique form of exercise, you'll get a full-body workout, learn new dance moves while you're tapping into your sensuality.

3 classes to choose from per week 1 on Monday afternoon, 2 on Saturdays (morning and evening classes): 

Starting Mon July 7th: from 1:15pm to 2pm. 

Starting Sat July 12th: Morning class, 9:30am to 10:45 am, evening class. 5:30 to 6:15pm. 

Class size limited! MUST Register to save your spot-please specify which date & time preferred

Class cost: $21 per class or $89.99 for a bundle of 6 sessions.

Venmo or cashapp:  Venmo @Benj-C Cashapp AFDBYJOLIE

Questions or to RSVP, call/text Jolie: (860) 255-4008

Website: https://avonadf.com/

Join us for Outdoor Yoga Every Sunday During the Summer

It's that time of year again - starting June 1, join Sarah every Sunday on the beautiful Mountain Spring Nature Trail Farmington Land Trust property for an all-levels yoga practice bathed in sunlight, nature, and birdsong. 

9am, $10, Weather Permitting.

16 Mountain Spring Rd, Farmington, CT

Thank you to the @farmingtonlandtrust for sponsoring & supporting this amazing experience!

Afro Dance Fitness Class

Where vibrant rhythms and energetic moves create an unforgettable workout experience  

~For women only~

Led by experienced instructor Jolie Cayer, owner: Avon Afro Dance Fitness

Dates and Times: 

Free demo class on Friday June 27th from 6:30-7:15PM!

Regular weekly classes:

Monday Afternoons: 1:15-2PM (starting July 7, 2025)

Saturdays: 9:30-10:45AM and 5:30-6:15PM (starting July 12, 2025)

This class combines traditional African dance moves and aerobics routine. Come try it out in the free demo class on 6/27 at 6:30PM, then join in on the Monday afternoon or Saturday morning or evening classes starting July 7. 

-Learn dynamic dance steps that engages your entire body 

-Improve cardiovascular health 

-Boost your mood

-Enhance your flexibility and build strength 

All while immersing yourself in the joyous spirit of African dance. Most importantly you'll have fun!

Come experience this unique form of exercise, you'll get a full-body workout, learn new dance moves while you're tapping into your sensuality.

3 classes to choose from per week 1 on Monday afternoon, 2 on Saturdays (morning and evening classes): 

Starting Mon July 7th: from 1:15pm to 2pm. 

Starting Sat July 12th: Morning class, 9:30am to 10:45 am, evening class. 5:30 to 6:15pm. 

Class size limited! MUST Register to save your spot-please specify which date & time preferred

Class cost: $21 per class or $89.99 for a bundle of 6 sessions.

Venmo or cashapp:  Venmo @Benj-C Cashapp AFDBYJOLIE

Questions or to RSVP, call/text Jolie: (860) 255-4008

Website: https://avonadf.com/

Calling all royalty! Celebrate Princess Week --dress up in your best attire, make a charm bracelet (come to all three programs to complete your bracelet!), and enjoy the film!

Registration Required! Open to All Ages!

Calling all royalty! Celebrate Princess Week --dress up in your best attire, make a charm bracelet (come to all three programs to complete your bracelet!), and enjoy the film!

Registration Required! Open to All Ages!

Spiritual Support Group

Get grounded, feed your soul, and express yourself in a safe & supportive environment

With Ryan Drodz, Reiki Master & Sound Healer

Second and Fourth Tuesdays of each month starting May 27th from 7pm-8:30pm 

If you are seeking support on your spiritual path, craving authentic connection, and need a space to speak your truth, look no further! Ryan will open each group with a brief sound meditation to help participants get grounded, then share his own spiritual experiences, struggles, and self-expression practices. This group is held in an open forum style. Participants are encouraged to share their experiences, challenges, and joys with no pressure to do so. Sharing within the group is optional.

Ryan wishes to serve others walking a spiritual path after hearing similar struggles from others on their journey. Please read through the group rules before attending. These rules must be honored to provide safety, common ground, and respect for other participants.  

Is this group right for you? Read the below and if you agree to the below then this may be the right group for you:

1. Spiritual Support Groups are confidential–what is shared in the group stays within the group. Do not share names, stories, and details about attendees outside of a group that could be used to identify them. This is a safe space that encourages vulnerability, authentic expression, and spiritual growth.

2. The group is held in an open forum style. If you would like to speak, limit responses to 3-5 minutes to allow everyone a chance to speak. Refrain from crosstalk and talking over others. Discrimination and rudeness will not be tolerated in this group.

3. Offering genuine support and encouragement is highly recommended! Keep in mind that each person's spiritual journey is unique. I encourage you to share your journey and refraining from offering unsolicited advice to others. We do not “should” on others within the group because this is disempowering. For example, “You should do this, say this, try this” is not allowed.

What participants should bring: An open heart, mind, and the courage to express what may be dimming your inner light. 

Event Fee: $20 suggested donation.

PLEASE RSVP:  https://soundslikerad.setmore.com/book

For Questions: radliving13@gmail.com

Bio: Ryan has struggled with depression and undiagnosed chronic pain for years which led him to do much inner work. During this journey, he learned to identify ego vs soul and to trust his heart’s intuition over thoughts created by the mind. Ryan is a Reiki Master, Sound Healer, RYT-200, and eternal student.

Website: soundslikerad.com

Thomas Patch: Artist and Entrepreneur in Eighteenth-Century Florence

Curated by Hugh Belsey, Independent Scholar

Known primarily as a caricature artist, Thomas Patch (1725-1782) in fact engaged in a much wider array of activities. He was a landscape painter, experimental printmaker, and a dealer of antiquities and old master paintings. He was also among the first scholars of early Renaissance art. This exhibition will explore the many aspects of Patch’s art, life, and associations with the British community of diplomats, tourists, artists, and collectors in Italy. 

Calling all royalty! Celebrate Princess Week --dress up in your best attire, make a charm bracelet (come to all three programs to complete your bracelet!), and enjoy the film!

Registration Required! Open to All Ages!

At Silent Book Club, there's no assigned reading. All readers are welcome it's BYOBook (or browse the library shelves!). When you arrive head upstairs to Information Services, there's a variety of seating options. Settle in for an hour of silent, sustained reading. At the end of the hour, attendees can socialize—or not!

Join renowned naturalist John Himmelman for an enchanting summer evening of insect soundscapes. Discover the hidden world of night-singing insects as you learn about their fascinating behaviors and ecological significance.

●       Expert-led presentation

●       Live, guided listening session under the stars

Back by popular demand! A rare opportunity for a guided exploration of the basement. View the two-room wine cellar, learn about the historic and present-day utilities systems, and hear references to the basement from archival documents. Note: To take this tour, visitors need to be comfortable with stairs.

Spirit Within: A Weekly Women's Circle

Where women reclaim their magic, connect with Spirit and rise together.

With Kristen Naes (She/Her)

Wednesdays, 6:30 pm-7:45 pm (starting June 18)

Step into a sacred space where your intuition is honored, your gifts are welcomed, and your voice is heard. Spirit Within is a weekly women’s circle devoted to the development of psychic and mediumship abilities in a nurturing, heart-centered environment. 

Each week, we gather to explore practices such as:

-Evidential mediumship and spirit communication

-Channeling messages from guides and loved ones

-Inspired and automatic writing

-Strengthening the clairs (clairvoyance, clairaudience, etc.)

-Grounding, protection, and energetic hygiene

-Rituals for deepening your connection to the unseen

Whether you're just beginning to awaken your intuitive senses or seeking to expand your existing connection with Spirit, this circle offers guidance, sisterhood, and sacred space to grow. Together, we listen, receive, practice, and rise. Open to women and non-binary folks who enjoy women-centered spaces. 

What Participants Should Bring: Notebook and pen, or preferred writing materials

Event Fee: Donation-based (suggested $15-$25 per circle)

Payment Link: Registration/Donation Link* 

RSVP Deadline: 12 pm on the day of the weekly circle you plan to attend

Bio: Kristen Naes, LMSW is an evidential psychic-medium, Reiki practitioner, spiritual wellness coach, and the founder of Lumina Healing Arts. Combining her clinical social work background with intuitive abilities, she provides trauma-informed evidential mediumship readings, Reiki healing, and spiritual wellness support through both individual sessions and group offerings. Kristen is passionate about supporting women and the LGBTQIA+ community, channeling the nurturing energy of the Divine Feminine to help clients feel deeply cared for, empowered, and aligned with their authentic selves. More info about Kristen and Lumina Healing Arts: www.luminahealingarts.com.

*If you prefer to donate cash at the door, register by emailing Kristen Naes and providing your full name/pronouns and date of the circle you plan to attend. Pre-registration is strictly required.

Valuable Discoveries Found In Unexpected Places - get yours appraised for free!

We've all made some unexpected discoveries before. Maybe you found a $20 bill in an old coat pocket or stumbled upon a surprise family heirloom while cleaning your basement.

Discoveries range from weird to invaluable and everything in-between. Hopefully, this posting inspires you to keep your eyes open and indulge your curiosity. Who knows? Maybe you’ll find something of value as well.

Bring your “discoveries” to ANTIQ’S - the only antique shop in Farmington, CT - where “every” Saturday is FREE antique appraisal day.

ANTIQ'S Voted the BEST antique shop in Farmington for 30+ years!

Just 3.3 miles off of I-84, Farmington, CT. Accepting all major credit cards and cash.

AND OF COURSE ~ BROWSERS WELCOME AND BUYERS ADORED

ANTIQ’S LLC – FARMINGTON, CT - Estd. 1990

Located on Hyde Rd., Farmington, CT at the corner of New Britain Avenue

Open every weekend Sat/Sun 11:00 am to 4:00 pm

#antiques #antiqueappraisal #appraisalofantiques #freeappraisal #freeantiqueappraisal #appraisalday #farmingtonct #farmingtonantiques #antiquesinfarmington #ctbucketlist #antiquetreasures #ct #connecticut #nyc #farmingtonct #farmingtonantiques #missporters #music #ctindooractivities #newhaven #newengland #ctantiques #art #cttravel #artist #cttourism

Afro Dance Fitness Class

Where vibrant rhythms and energetic moves create an unforgettable workout experience  

~For women only~

Led by experienced instructor Jolie Cayer, owner: Avon Afro Dance Fitness

Dates and Times: 

Free demo class on Friday June 27th from 6:30-7:15PM!

Regular weekly classes:

Monday Afternoons: 1:15-2PM (starting July 7, 2025)

Saturdays: 9:30-10:45AM and 5:30-6:15PM (starting July 12, 2025)

This class combines traditional African dance moves and aerobics routine. Come try it out in the free demo class on 6/27 at 6:30PM, then join in on the Monday afternoon or Saturday morning or evening classes starting July 7. 

-Learn dynamic dance steps that engages your entire body 

-Improve cardiovascular health 

-Boost your mood

-Enhance your flexibility and build strength 

All while immersing yourself in the joyous spirit of African dance. Most importantly you'll have fun!

Come experience this unique form of exercise, you'll get a full-body workout, learn new dance moves while you're tapping into your sensuality.

3 classes to choose from per week 1 on Monday afternoon, 2 on Saturdays (morning and evening classes): 

Starting Mon July 7th: from 1:15pm to 2pm. 

Starting Sat July 12th: Morning class, 9:30am to 10:45 am, evening class. 5:30 to 6:15pm. 

Class size limited! MUST Register to save your spot-please specify which date & time preferred

Class cost: $21 per class or $89.99 for a bundle of 6 sessions.

Venmo or cashapp:  Venmo @Benj-C Cashapp AFDBYJOLIE

Questions or to RSVP, call/text Jolie: (860) 255-4008

Website: https://avonadf.com/

Afro Dance Fitness Class

Where vibrant rhythms and energetic moves create an unforgettable workout experience  

~For women only~

Led by experienced instructor Jolie Cayer, owner: Avon Afro Dance Fitness

Dates and Times: 

Free demo class on Friday June 27th from 6:30-7:15PM!

Regular weekly classes:

Monday Afternoons: 1:15-2PM (starting July 7, 2025)

Saturdays: 9:30-10:45AM and 5:30-6:15PM (starting July 12, 2025)

This class combines traditional African dance moves and aerobics routine. Come try it out in the free demo class on 6/27 at 6:30PM, then join in on the Monday afternoon or Saturday morning or evening classes starting July 7. 

-Learn dynamic dance steps that engages your entire body 

-Improve cardiovascular health 

-Boost your mood

-Enhance your flexibility and build strength 

All while immersing yourself in the joyous spirit of African dance. Most importantly you'll have fun!

Come experience this unique form of exercise, you'll get a full-body workout, learn new dance moves while you're tapping into your sensuality.

3 classes to choose from per week 1 on Monday afternoon, 2 on Saturdays (morning and evening classes): 

Starting Mon July 7th: from 1:15pm to 2pm. 

Starting Sat July 12th: Morning class, 9:30am to 10:45 am, evening class. 5:30 to 6:15pm. 

Class size limited! MUST Register to save your spot-please specify which date & time preferred

Class cost: $21 per class or $89.99 for a bundle of 6 sessions.

Venmo or cashapp:  Venmo @Benj-C Cashapp AFDBYJOLIE

Questions or to RSVP, call/text Jolie: (860) 255-4008

Website: https://avonadf.com/

Join us for Outdoor Yoga Every Sunday During the Summer

It's that time of year again - starting June 1, join Sarah every Sunday on the beautiful Mountain Spring Nature Trail Farmington Land Trust property for an all-levels yoga practice bathed in sunlight, nature, and birdsong. 

9am, $10, Weather Permitting.

16 Mountain Spring Rd, Farmington, CT

Thank you to the @farmingtonlandtrust for sponsoring & supporting this amazing experience!

Thomas Patch: Artist and Entrepreneur in Eighteenth-Century Florence

Curated by Hugh Belsey, Independent Scholar

Known primarily as a caricature artist, Thomas Patch (1725-1782) in fact engaged in a much wider array of activities. He was a landscape painter, experimental printmaker, and a dealer of antiquities and old master paintings. He was also among the first scholars of early Renaissance art. This exhibition will explore the many aspects of Patch’s art, life, and associations with the British community of diplomats, tourists, artists, and collectors in Italy. 

Pilobolus is a rebellious dance company. Since 1971, it has tested the limits of human physicality to explore the beauty and the power of connected bodies creating awe-inspiring and accessible performances. In the five decades since, Pilobolus has continued to propel the seeds of expression through their collaborations with some of the greatest influencers, thinkers, and creators in the world and its unique educational programming. Pilobolus is back at Hill-Stead Museum for a fifth consecutive year, bringing their amazing dance to the West Lawn.

Spirit Within: A Weekly Women's Circle

Where women reclaim their magic, connect with Spirit and rise together.

With Kristen Naes (She/Her)

Wednesdays, 6:30 pm-7:45 pm (starting June 18)

Step into a sacred space where your intuition is honored, your gifts are welcomed, and your voice is heard. Spirit Within is a weekly women’s circle devoted to the development of psychic and mediumship abilities in a nurturing, heart-centered environment. 

Each week, we gather to explore practices such as:

-Evidential mediumship and spirit communication

-Channeling messages from guides and loved ones

-Inspired and automatic writing

-Strengthening the clairs (clairvoyance, clairaudience, etc.)

-Grounding, protection, and energetic hygiene

-Rituals for deepening your connection to the unseen

Whether you're just beginning to awaken your intuitive senses or seeking to expand your existing connection with Spirit, this circle offers guidance, sisterhood, and sacred space to grow. Together, we listen, receive, practice, and rise. Open to women and non-binary folks who enjoy women-centered spaces. 

What Participants Should Bring: Notebook and pen, or preferred writing materials

Event Fee: Donation-based (suggested $15-$25 per circle)

Payment Link: Registration/Donation Link* 

RSVP Deadline: 12 pm on the day of the weekly circle you plan to attend

Bio: Kristen Naes, LMSW is an evidential psychic-medium, Reiki practitioner, spiritual wellness coach, and the founder of Lumina Healing Arts. Combining her clinical social work background with intuitive abilities, she provides trauma-informed evidential mediumship readings, Reiki healing, and spiritual wellness support through both individual sessions and group offerings. Kristen is passionate about supporting women and the LGBTQIA+ community, channeling the nurturing energy of the Divine Feminine to help clients feel deeply cared for, empowered, and aligned with their authentic selves. More info about Kristen and Lumina Healing Arts: www.luminahealingarts.com.

*If you prefer to donate cash at the door, register by emailing Kristen Naes and providing your full name/pronouns and date of the circle you plan to attend. Pre-registration is strictly required.

In 1841, Farmington was home to the African Mende captives who had rebelled and overtaken the slave ship La Amistad. On several dates this summer, the Farmington Historical Society will host a presentation and guided walking tour of these Freedon Trail sites that played a role during their stay in Farmington. The lecture and tour will be led by Connecticut storyteller Andre LePelle Keitt. Mr. Keitt serves as Consultant for Education and Programming for the Farmington Historical Society. The walking tour will also feature other sites in Farmington village which are part of Connecticut’s Freedom Trail and the Underground Railroad. 

The 53 captives of La Amistad, mostly Mende from what is now Sierra Leone, were being shipped to Cuba to work on plantations. While at sea, they rebelled and the 44 survivors sailed the ship ending up in Long Island, New York. They were then taken into custody aboard the USS Washington, sent to New Haven and jailed to start trials in Hartford and later in Washington, D.C. The trials lasted 18 months. In February 1841, their case was argued by former President John Quincy Adams before the U.S. Supreme Court. On March 9, 1841, the decision was made declaring the Africans to be free people with permission to return to their homeland. Nine days later, they arrived in Farmington where abolitionists provided housing, schooling, and the fundraising necessary for the Mende passage back to their homeland. 

The event will be presented on most Saturdays at 10 a.m., meeting at First Church of Christ, Congregational,1652 at 75 Main Street, Farmington, CT. Dates are: June 7, 14, 21; July 12, 19, 26; and August 2, 9, 16, 23; September 6, 13, 27. Cost for the lecture and tour is $20 per person (19 and up), $15 for seniors, and $10 for those under 18. Free for children 5 years old and under. The event will take place rain or shine. If the walking portion of the tour is not possible due to extreme weather, the event will continue in the church with a special presentation. Tickets must be purchased prior to the tour at https://bit.ly/4iD4qrK.

At Silent Book Club, there's no assigned reading. All readers are welcome it's BYOBook (or browse the library shelves!). Settle in for an hour of silent, sustained reading. At the end of the hour, attendees can socialize—or not! 

Have you attended the Silent Book Club at the Farmington Library? It meets the last Wednesday of the month at 6:00 PM. 

Valuable Discoveries Found In Unexpected Places - get yours appraised for free!

We've all made some unexpected discoveries before. Maybe you found a $20 bill in an old coat pocket or stumbled upon a surprise family heirloom while cleaning your basement.

Discoveries range from weird to invaluable and everything in-between. Hopefully, this posting inspires you to keep your eyes open and indulge your curiosity. Who knows? Maybe you’ll find something of value as well.

Bring your “discoveries” to ANTIQ’S - the only antique shop in Farmington, CT - where “every” Saturday is FREE antique appraisal day.

ANTIQ'S Voted the BEST antique shop in Farmington for 30+ years!

Just 3.3 miles off of I-84, Farmington, CT. Accepting all major credit cards and cash.

AND OF COURSE ~ BROWSERS WELCOME AND BUYERS ADORED

ANTIQ’S LLC – FARMINGTON, CT - Estd. 1990

Located on Hyde Rd., Farmington, CT at the corner of New Britain Avenue

Open every weekend Sat/Sun 11:00 am to 4:00 pm

#antiques #antiqueappraisal #appraisalofantiques #freeappraisal #freeantiqueappraisal #appraisalday #farmingtonct #farmingtonantiques #antiquesinfarmington #ctbucketlist #antiquetreasures #ct #connecticut #nyc #farmingtonct #farmingtonantiques #missporters #music #ctindooractivities #newhaven #newengland #ctantiques #art #cttravel #artist #cttourism

Join us for Outdoor Yoga Every Sunday During the Summer

It's that time of year again - starting June 1, join Sarah every Sunday on the beautiful Mountain Spring Nature Trail Farmington Land Trust property for an all-levels yoga practice bathed in sunlight, nature, and birdsong. 

9am, $10, Weather Permitting.

16 Mountain Spring Rd, Farmington, CT

Thank you to the @farmingtonlandtrust for sponsoring & supporting this amazing experience!

Mending the Sacred Hoop Monthly Drum Circle

A Shamanic Drum Circle for all levels

Co-led by Ryan Drodz from Sounds Like Rad & Marie Goodine (Red Hawk Medicine Woman) from Rising Wings Counseling & Wellness Services

Every first Sunday from 1-2:30pm starting May 4, 2025 (no circle in April).

Through the rhythm of our sacred drums we will restore the heartbeat of the sacred Mother Earth by invoking the wisdom and medicine of our collective ancestors. We will also focus on connecting to the healing energy within ourselves to share with our community.

What to bring: Drum or rattle (some will be provided).

Fee: $10 suggested donation. Donations of any amount are appreciated!

RSVP preferred but walk ins welcome RSVP: 203-909-6871 or email: risingmywings@gmail.com

Spiritual Support Group

Get grounded, feed your soul, and express yourself in a safe & supportive environment

With Ryan Drozd, Reiki Master & Sound Healer

Second and Fourth Tuesdays of each month starting May 27th from 7pm-8:30pm 

If you are seeking support on your spiritual path, craving authentic connection, and need a space to speak your truth, look no further! Ryan will open each group with a brief sound meditation to help participants get grounded, then share his own spiritual experiences, struggles, and self-expression practices. This group is held in an open forum style. Participants are encouraged to share their experiences, challenges, and joys with no pressure to do so. Sharing within the group is optional.

Ryan wishes to serve others walking a spiritual path after hearing similar struggles from others on their journey. Please read through the group rules before attending. These rules must be honored to provide safety, common ground, and respect for other participants.  

Is this group right for you? Read the below and if you agree to the below then this may be the right group for you:

1. Spiritual Support Groups are confidential–what is shared in the group stays within the group. Do not share names, stories, and details about attendees outside of a group that could be used to identify them. This is a safe space that encourages vulnerability, authentic expression, and spiritual growth.

2. The group is held in an open forum style. If you would like to speak, limit responses to 3-5 minutes to allow everyone a chance to speak. Refrain from crosstalk and talking over others. Discrimination and rudeness will not be tolerated in this group.

3. Offering genuine support and encouragement is highly recommended! Keep in mind that each person's spiritual journey is unique. I encourage you to share your journey and refraining from offering unsolicited advice to others. We do not “should” on others within the group because this is disempowering. For example, “You should do this, say this, try this” is not allowed.

What participants should bring: An open heart, mind, and the courage to express what may be dimming your inner light. 

Event Fee: $20 suggested donation.

PLEASE RSVP:  https://soundslikerad.setmore.com/book

For Questions: radliving13@gmail.com

Bio: Ryan has struggled with depression and undiagnosed chronic pain for years which led him to do much inner work. During this journey, he learned to identify ego vs soul and to trust his heart’s intuition over thoughts created by the mind. Ryan is a Reiki Master, Sound Healer, RYT-200, and eternal student.

Website: soundslikerad.com

Thomas Patch: Artist and Entrepreneur in Eighteenth-Century Florence

Curated by Hugh Belsey, Independent Scholar

Known primarily as a caricature artist, Thomas Patch (1725-1782) in fact engaged in a much wider array of activities. He was a landscape painter, experimental printmaker, and a dealer of antiquities and old master paintings. He was also among the first scholars of early Renaissance art. This exhibition will explore the many aspects of Patch’s art, life, and associations with the British community of diplomats, tourists, artists, and collectors in Italy. 

Spirit Within: A Weekly Women's Circle

Where women reclaim their magic, connect with Spirit and rise together.

With Kristen Naes (She/Her)

Wednesdays, 6:30 pm-7:45 pm (starting June 18)

Step into a sacred space where your intuition is honored, your gifts are welcomed, and your voice is heard. Spirit Within is a weekly women’s circle devoted to the development of psychic and mediumship abilities in a nurturing, heart-centered environment. 

Each week, we gather to explore practices such as:

-Evidential mediumship and spirit communication

-Channeling messages from guides and loved ones

-Inspired and automatic writing

-Strengthening the clairs (clairvoyance, clairaudience, etc.)

-Grounding, protection, and energetic hygiene

-Rituals for deepening your connection to the unseen

Whether you're just beginning to awaken your intuitive senses or seeking to expand your existing connection with Spirit, this circle offers guidance, sisterhood, and sacred space to grow. Together, we listen, receive, practice, and rise. Open to women and non-binary folks who enjoy women-centered spaces. 

What Participants Should Bring: Notebook and pen, or preferred writing materials

Event Fee: Donation-based (suggested $15-$25 per circle)

Payment Link: Registration/Donation Link* 

RSVP Deadline: 12 pm on the day of the weekly circle you plan to attend

Bio: Kristen Naes, LMSW is an evidential psychic-medium, Reiki practitioner, spiritual wellness coach, and the founder of Lumina Healing Arts. Combining her clinical social work background with intuitive abilities, she provides trauma-informed evidential mediumship readings, Reiki healing, and spiritual wellness support through both individual sessions and group offerings. Kristen is passionate about supporting women and the LGBTQIA+ community, channeling the nurturing energy of the Divine Feminine to help clients feel deeply cared for, empowered, and aligned with their authentic selves. More info about Kristen and Lumina Healing Arts: www.luminahealingarts.com.

*If you prefer to donate cash at the door, register by emailing Kristen Naes and providing your full name/pronouns and date of the circle you plan to attend. Pre-registration is strictly required.

Reiki 2 (Okuden) Certification Class 

With Gina Ferrara, Reiki Master

Saturday, September 13th from 9am-5pm

Reiki Level 2 deepens your connection to Reiki and is the practitioner level, allowing you to ethically use Reiki in private practice—either as a standalone Reiki practitioner or to complement your current vocation. This class is highly valuable for your own personal growth and is recommended.

In this course, you will attune to several symbols, including the Distant Symbol, which enables you to send Reiki energy across time and space. Even if you don’t anticipate using Distant Reiki, this powerful tool can deepen your connection to Reiki in unexpected ways.

What You’ll Learn:

• Attunement to the Power, Emotional, and Distant Symbols

• Techniques for sending Distant Reiki

• Using a pendulum in Reiki practice

• Introduction to Animal Reiki

• Understanding energetic and intuitive sessions

• Setting up a Reiki practice

• Ethical guidelines for practitioners

• Practice time for sending Distant Reiki

Class Includes:

• In-person class at Bridge Healing Arts Center

• Digital manual (printed manual is advised and can be available for $10)

• One follow-up group session

• Digital Reiki 2 certificate (printed certificate available upon request)

Investment: $225

Prerequisite: Reiki Level 1 certification is required. Proof of certification may be

requested.

Registration and payment information: https://www.odonatareiki.com/reiki-certification-classes/sept25reiki2farmington

Parking: GPS MAY SEND YOU IN WRONG DIRECTION! Be sure that your GPS has chosen 304 Main Street FARMINGTON…

Entrances and Parking is in the back. Driveway is right next to the big white sign that says “304 Main Street”. Follow the driveway all the way to the very back (long set of buildings) where it ends in a circle. Park there and use the rear entrance at the end of a ramp. Follow signs to the Awakening Room.

In 1841, Farmington was home to the African Mende captives who had rebelled and overtaken the slave ship La Amistad. On several dates this summer, the Farmington Historical Society will host a presentation and guided walking tour of these Freedon Trail sites that played a role during their stay in Farmington. The lecture and tour will be led by Connecticut storyteller Andre LePelle Keitt. Mr. Keitt serves as Consultant for Education and Programming for the Farmington Historical Society. The walking tour will also feature other sites in Farmington village which are part of Connecticut’s Freedom Trail and the Underground Railroad. 

The 53 captives of La Amistad, mostly Mende from what is now Sierra Leone, were being shipped to Cuba to work on plantations. While at sea, they rebelled and the 44 survivors sailed the ship ending up in Long Island, New York. They were then taken into custody aboard the USS Washington, sent to New Haven and jailed to start trials in Hartford and later in Washington, D.C. The trials lasted 18 months. In February 1841, their case was argued by former President John Quincy Adams before the U.S. Supreme Court. On March 9, 1841, the decision was made declaring the Africans to be free people with permission to return to their homeland. Nine days later, they arrived in Farmington where abolitionists provided housing, schooling, and the fundraising necessary for the Mende passage back to their homeland. 

The event will be presented on most Saturdays at 10 a.m., meeting at First Church of Christ, Congregational,1652 at 75 Main Street, Farmington, CT. Dates are: June 7, 14, 21; July 12, 19, 26; and August 2, 9, 16, 23; September 6, 13, 27. Cost for the lecture and tour is $20 per person (19 and up), $15 for seniors, and $10 for those under 18. Free for children 5 years old and under. The event will take place rain or shine. If the walking portion of the tour is not possible due to extreme weather, the event will continue in the church with a special presentation. Tickets must be purchased prior to the tour at https://bit.ly/4iD4qrK.

Valuable Discoveries Found In Unexpected Places - get yours appraised for free!

We've all made some unexpected discoveries before. Maybe you found a $20 bill in an old coat pocket or stumbled upon a surprise family heirloom while cleaning your basement.

Discoveries range from weird to invaluable and everything in-between. Hopefully, this posting inspires you to keep your eyes open and indulge your curiosity. Who knows? Maybe you’ll find something of value as well.

Bring your “discoveries” to ANTIQ’S - the only antique shop in Farmington, CT - where “every” Saturday is FREE antique appraisal day.

ANTIQ'S Voted the BEST antique shop in Farmington for 30+ years!

Just 3.3 miles off of I-84, Farmington, CT. Accepting all major credit cards and cash.

AND OF COURSE ~ BROWSERS WELCOME AND BUYERS ADORED

ANTIQ’S LLC – FARMINGTON, CT - Estd. 1990

Located on Hyde Rd., Farmington, CT at the corner of New Britain Avenue

Open every weekend Sat/Sun 11:00 am to 4:00 pm

#antiques #antiqueappraisal #appraisalofantiques #freeappraisal #freeantiqueappraisal #appraisalday #farmingtonct #farmingtonantiques #antiquesinfarmington #ctbucketlist #antiquetreasures #ct #connecticut #nyc #farmingtonct #farmingtonantiques #missporters #music #ctindooractivities #newhaven #newengland #ctantiques #art #cttravel #artist #cttourism

Chickenstock Music Festival includes an awesome line up of bands, food trucks, wine & beer, farm activities all while you enjoy exploring beautiful Hein Farm.

This event benefits the CT Farmland Trust.

Tickets on Sale March 14th.

$25 Adult, $12 Child. $30 at the door i(if still available)

Music Line Up Belle of the Fall, Frank Viele and the Fallout, Steve Dunn, Kerri Powers, More TBA

Food Trucks:

Greenhouse Tavern, The Dawg Tour, The Mobile Bar serving craft beer, wine, cider and fun cocktails.

Activities: Cornhole, Cut Your Own Flower Garden, Hayrides, Farmstand, Bonfire and Haybale Toss contest with prizes.

Join us for Outdoor Yoga Every Sunday During the Summer

It's that time of year again - starting June 1, join Sarah every Sunday on the beautiful Mountain Spring Nature Trail Farmington Land Trust property for an all-levels yoga practice bathed in sunlight, nature, and birdsong. 

9am, $10, Weather Permitting.

16 Mountain Spring Rd, Farmington, CT

Thank you to the @farmingtonlandtrust for sponsoring & supporting this amazing experience!

Laugh It Off!

Get the giggles going to set your spirits soaring! 

A great way to reduce stress and anxiety effortlessly and easily. 

With Charles Koppel: Certified Laughter Yoga Instructor, Reiki Master, MS, Elementary Education Teacher. 

Every 2nd Sunday from 11-12PM starting June 8, 2025

Accessible to all.  

Do you want to bring more laughter and joy into your life? This class is the right choice for you.

What to expect:

Sessions begin with warm-up exercises that loosen you up, release nervous energy, and encourage a free flow of laughter: 

• Welcome
• Gentle Warm-Up
• Laughter and Breathing Exercises
• Laughter Meditation
• Grounding Activity

Laugh It Off! begins with playful, intentional chuckles—no jokes needed.

Don't feel much like laughing at first? Did you know the brain cannot tell the difference between genuine and simulated laughter? The ‘fake it till you make it’ mindset guides each session, helping your body shift into a brighter mood and more energized state. 

Use a little joy today! Bring friends or family members who could use a little laughter in their lives. The more the merrier!

Join us for a fun opportunity to laugh and nourish the inner child–no skills or prior experience needed! 

What participants should bring: Anything comfortable in which to move. Bring water to drink. 

Event Fee: Suggested donation of $10-$20 appreciated

Please Register as class size is limited! https://square.link/u/G8XmKfrJ

RSVP deadline: The day of class by 9:00 am

Parking: GPS MAY SEND YOU IN WRONG DIRECTION! Entrances and Parking is in the back. Driveway is right next to the big white sign that says "304 Main Street". Park in any of the 3 parking areas on the right, and the main entrance is the big red door. Follow signs to the Serenity Room.

About the instructor:

Charles Koppel—Reiki Master and devoted educator, committed to uplifting health and fostering community well-being.

Experience Laugh It Off! with Charles, where every session welcomes all ages and abilities, creating shared moments of joy for participants and providers alike.

Laughter nurtures the heart and mind—Charles believes healing grows when you share a genuine smile.

Thomas Patch: Artist and Entrepreneur in Eighteenth-Century Florence

Curated by Hugh Belsey, Independent Scholar

Known primarily as a caricature artist, Thomas Patch (1725-1782) in fact engaged in a much wider array of activities. He was a landscape painter, experimental printmaker, and a dealer of antiquities and old master paintings. He was also among the first scholars of early Renaissance art. This exhibition will explore the many aspects of Patch’s art, life, and associations with the British community of diplomats, tourists, artists, and collectors in Italy. 

The Sacred Sisterhood

A space for women to gather and to be themselves, creating a community of space & compassion

With Jennifer Rowe, yoga teacher and group facilitator

Date and time: monthly, 6-7pm on the following dates: 

Friday, April 25 

Thursday, May 29 

Tuesday, June 24 

Monday, July 21

Friday, August 22 

Thursday, September 18

Monday, October 20 

Tuesday, November 18

Friday, December 19 

Offering a space for women to gather and to be themselves, creating a community of space and compassion. Together, we will explore our connection to ourselves and Mother Earth, while creating connections with each other. Each month, the circle will have a theme and offerings to match, including meditation, oracle cards, herbs, group circle, creative expression, yoga, music and singing, as well as, dance and movement. All offerings are optional, and all bodies, ages, and skills are welcome to share and learn alongside one another.

What participants should bring: If you have, bring a yoga mat, blocks, and bolsters. Some blankets and mats are available to borrow.  Also, bring a couple blankets for comfort, and a journal with colorful pens or drawing/coloring tools you prefer. Bring whatever is inside you – there is space for it all, with compassion.

Event Fee: $23 Please contact Jennifer if there is financial hardship-we do not want to turn anyone away. 

Payment link: Venmo @jenniferowe

Or use ticket link (https://www.vinegarandlove.com//_paylink/AZWr98KF) 

To ensure the comfort and good space for everyone, please RSVP. 

For RSVP or for questions contact Jennifer: 860-978-8773 or breatheinyoga@myyahoo.com

Bio: Jennifer is a newly certified yoga teacher, 200hr RYT., and group circle facilitator. She is also enrolled in meditation teacher training, and women wellness facilitator training courses. She also started Let it Go to Seed, a perennial plant company, and Vinegar & Love, an all-natural cleaning product company. She enjoys studying and sharing wellness, nutrition, herbs, meditation, and realizing all things that bring inner joy and balance.

Spirit Within: A Weekly Women's Circle

Where women reclaim their magic, connect with Spirit and rise together.

With Kristen Naes (She/Her)

Wednesdays, 6:30 pm-7:45 pm (starting June 18)

Step into a sacred space where your intuition is honored, your gifts are welcomed, and your voice is heard. Spirit Within is a weekly women’s circle devoted to the development of psychic and mediumship abilities in a nurturing, heart-centered environment. 

Each week, we gather to explore practices such as:

-Evidential mediumship and spirit communication

-Channeling messages from guides and loved ones

-Inspired and automatic writing

-Strengthening the clairs (clairvoyance, clairaudience, etc.)

-Grounding, protection, and energetic hygiene

-Rituals for deepening your connection to the unseen

Whether you're just beginning to awaken your intuitive senses or seeking to expand your existing connection with Spirit, this circle offers guidance, sisterhood, and sacred space to grow. Together, we listen, receive, practice, and rise. Open to women and non-binary folks who enjoy women-centered spaces. 

What Participants Should Bring: Notebook and pen, or preferred writing materials

Event Fee: Donation-based (suggested $15-$25 per circle)

Payment Link: Registration/Donation Link* 

RSVP Deadline: 12 pm on the day of the weekly circle you plan to attend

Bio: Kristen Naes, LMSW is an evidential psychic-medium, Reiki practitioner, spiritual wellness coach, and the founder of Lumina Healing Arts. Combining her clinical social work background with intuitive abilities, she provides trauma-informed evidential mediumship readings, Reiki healing, and spiritual wellness support through both individual sessions and group offerings. Kristen is passionate about supporting women and the LGBTQIA+ community, channeling the nurturing energy of the Divine Feminine to help clients feel deeply cared for, empowered, and aligned with their authentic selves. More info about Kristen and Lumina Healing Arts: www.luminahealingarts.com.

*If you prefer to donate cash at the door, register by emailing Kristen Naes and providing your full name/pronouns and date of the circle you plan to attend. Pre-registration is strictly required.

Save the Date

First Farmington Art Trail

Open Studios throughout Unionville and Farmington

Valuable Discoveries Found In Unexpected Places - get yours appraised for free!

We've all made some unexpected discoveries before. Maybe you found a $20 bill in an old coat pocket or stumbled upon a surprise family heirloom while cleaning your basement.

Discoveries range from weird to invaluable and everything in-between. Hopefully, this posting inspires you to keep your eyes open and indulge your curiosity. Who knows? Maybe you’ll find something of value as well.

Bring your “discoveries” to ANTIQ’S - the only antique shop in Farmington, CT - where “every” Saturday is FREE antique appraisal day.

ANTIQ'S Voted the BEST antique shop in Farmington for 30+ years!

Just 3.3 miles off of I-84, Farmington, CT. Accepting all major credit cards and cash.

AND OF COURSE ~ BROWSERS WELCOME AND BUYERS ADORED

ANTIQ’S LLC – FARMINGTON, CT - Estd. 1990

Located on Hyde Rd., Farmington, CT at the corner of New Britain Avenue

Open every weekend Sat/Sun 11:00 am to 4:00 pm

#antiques #antiqueappraisal #appraisalofantiques #freeappraisal #freeantiqueappraisal #appraisalday #farmingtonct #farmingtonantiques #antiquesinfarmington #ctbucketlist #antiquetreasures #ct #connecticut #nyc #farmingtonct #farmingtonantiques #missporters #music #ctindooractivities #newhaven #newengland #ctantiques #art #cttravel #artist #cttourism

Join us for Outdoor Yoga Every Sunday During the Summer

It's that time of year again - starting June 1, join Sarah every Sunday on the beautiful Mountain Spring Nature Trail Farmington Land Trust property for an all-levels yoga practice bathed in sunlight, nature, and birdsong. 

9am, $10, Weather Permitting.

16 Mountain Spring Rd, Farmington, CT

Thank you to the @farmingtonlandtrust for sponsoring & supporting this amazing experience!

Beyond Traditional Meditation (formerly "Meditation Mix")

Cultivate mindfulness and reduce stress beyond traditional sitting meditation

 With Sierra Marie Robinson

Every 3rd Sunday from 11am-12:30PM starting 7/20/25

 A different approach to establish and create your practice 

Begin with a gentle traditional Meditation. Next, meditation will be explored, understanding its mechanisms and benefits. Then alternative techniques will be explored to choose the one that aligns best with needs as a calm space is entered.

-Tea will be available 

-class is indoors/ outdoor weather permitting 

What to bring: meditation pillow, yoga mat or anything to be comfortable on the floor. Mats & blankets are available. Chairs are also available upon request.

Cost: $10 RSVP REQUIRED-LIMITED SEATING

RSVP by the Friday before:

https://paypal.me/smarie444?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US

Bio:

Sierra is a Farmington local who leads meditation workshops in an easygoing & comfortable atmosphere. She has been officially leading meditation classes for 3 years and encourages you to join us in practicing this great gift of calm and peace.

Parking: GPS MAY SEND YOU IN WRONG DIRECTION! Entrances and Parking is in the back. Driveway is right next to the big white sign that says “304 Main Street”. Park in any of the 3 parking areas on the right, and the main entrance is the big red door. Follow signs to the Tranquility Room

Spiritual Support Group

Get grounded, feed your soul, and express yourself in a safe & supportive environment

With Ryan Drodz, Reiki Master & Sound Healer

Second and Fourth Tuesdays of each month starting May 27th from 7pm-8:30pm 

If you are seeking support on your spiritual path, craving authentic connection, and need a space to speak your truth, look no further! Ryan will open each group with a brief sound meditation to help participants get grounded, then share his own spiritual experiences, struggles, and self-expression practices. This group is held in an open forum style. Participants are encouraged to share their experiences, challenges, and joys with no pressure to do so. Sharing within the group is optional.

Ryan wishes to serve others walking a spiritual path after hearing similar struggles from others on their journey. Please read through the group rules before attending. These rules must be honored to provide safety, common ground, and respect for other participants.  

Is this group right for you? Read the below and if you agree to the below then this may be the right group for you:

1. Spiritual Support Groups are confidential–what is shared in the group stays within the group. Do not share names, stories, and details about attendees outside of a group that could be used to identify them. This is a safe space that encourages vulnerability, authentic expression, and spiritual growth.

2. The group is held in an open forum style. If you would like to speak, limit responses to 3-5 minutes to allow everyone a chance to speak. Refrain from crosstalk and talking over others. Discrimination and rudeness will not be tolerated in this group.

3. Offering genuine support and encouragement is highly recommended! Keep in mind that each person's spiritual journey is unique. I encourage you to share your journey and refraining from offering unsolicited advice to others. We do not “should” on others within the group because this is disempowering. For example, “You should do this, say this, try this” is not allowed.

What participants should bring: An open heart, mind, and the courage to express what may be dimming your inner light. 

Event Fee: $20 suggested donation.

PLEASE RSVP:  https://soundslikerad.setmore.com/book

For Questions: radliving13@gmail.com

Bio: Ryan has struggled with depression and undiagnosed chronic pain for years which led him to do much inner work. During this journey, he learned to identify ego vs soul and to trust his heart’s intuition over thoughts created by the mind. Ryan is a Reiki Master, Sound Healer, RYT-200, and eternal student.

Website: soundslikerad.com

Thomas Patch: Artist and Entrepreneur in Eighteenth-Century Florence

Curated by Hugh Belsey, Independent Scholar

Known primarily as a caricature artist, Thomas Patch (1725-1782) in fact engaged in a much wider array of activities. He was a landscape painter, experimental printmaker, and a dealer of antiquities and old master paintings. He was also among the first scholars of early Renaissance art. This exhibition will explore the many aspects of Patch’s art, life, and associations with the British community of diplomats, tourists, artists, and collectors in Italy. 

At Silent Book Club, there's no assigned reading. All readers are welcome it's BYOBook (or browse the library shelves!). When you arrive head upstairs to Information Services, there's a variety of seating options. Settle in for an hour of silent, sustained reading. At the end of the hour, attendees can socialize—or not!

Money Conversation Cafe

With Corrin Burke, Certified Money Coach & Women’s Wealth Advisor

• What we’ll do
• Are you ready to transform your relationship with money?!? Corrin will explain a little bit of the history of our brains relative to money and why we do and feel the way we do. Corrin will ask thought provoking questions that you may never have considered before. We will have open discussion and create a safe space to explore the answers to your questions.
• What to bring
• Journal, pen, open mind, open heart

 Important to know

This is a group that upholds compassion, healing and forgiveness in dealing with our money. It is a safe place to bring awareness to light and bring the unconscious to the conscious in dealing with our money. It is a place for conversation and healthy discussion.

• RSVP ARE REQUIRED! By the Tuesday before the event to corrin@successfulwealthstrategies.com
• Cost: FREE But Donations are always appreciated!!

About Corrin: Corrin Gibbs Burke is a holistic financial planner to her core. She created Successful Wealth® Strategies, LLC to help individuals and couples create a healthy, loving relationship, with their money. Having Successful Wealth® is about being and feeling successful with your money wherever you fall on the wealth spectrum. The goal of Successful Wealth® Strategies, LLC is to guide you toward balance and success in your relationship with money.

Contact info:

860-470-6238

www.successfulwealthstrategies.com

Focusing on the remarkable works on paper at Hill-Stead, this special tour invites visitors into the museum’s archives where works by Degas, Cassatt, and Goya, not to mention Japanese masters Hiroshige, Hokusai, and Utamaro, are displayed. After discussing these artworks and introducing visitors to a variety of printmaking techniques, the tour then proceeds to the museum’s second floor to examine numerous etchings by Whistler and a suite of master engravings by Dürer. The tour concludes with the works on paper on the museum’s ground floor, from a Matisse etching to a drawing by Manet to two pastels by Degas, which are framed in relation to these artists’ significant investment in printmaking as a form of art. Note: To take this tour, visitors need to be comfortable with stairs.

Spirit Within: A Weekly Women's Circle

Where women reclaim their magic, connect with Spirit and rise together.

With Kristen Naes (She/Her)

Wednesdays, 6:30 pm-7:45 pm (starting June 18)

Step into a sacred space where your intuition is honored, your gifts are welcomed, and your voice is heard. Spirit Within is a weekly women’s circle devoted to the development of psychic and mediumship abilities in a nurturing, heart-centered environment. 

Each week, we gather to explore practices such as:

-Evidential mediumship and spirit communication

-Channeling messages from guides and loved ones

-Inspired and automatic writing

-Strengthening the clairs (clairvoyance, clairaudience, etc.)

-Grounding, protection, and energetic hygiene

-Rituals for deepening your connection to the unseen

Whether you're just beginning to awaken your intuitive senses or seeking to expand your existing connection with Spirit, this circle offers guidance, sisterhood, and sacred space to grow. Together, we listen, receive, practice, and rise. Open to women and non-binary folks who enjoy women-centered spaces. 

What Participants Should Bring: Notebook and pen, or preferred writing materials

Event Fee: Donation-based (suggested $15-$25 per circle)

Payment Link: Registration/Donation Link* 

RSVP Deadline: 12 pm on the day of the weekly circle you plan to attend

Bio: Kristen Naes, LMSW is an evidential psychic-medium, Reiki practitioner, spiritual wellness coach, and the founder of Lumina Healing Arts. Combining her clinical social work background with intuitive abilities, she provides trauma-informed evidential mediumship readings, Reiki healing, and spiritual wellness support through both individual sessions and group offerings. Kristen is passionate about supporting women and the LGBTQIA+ community, channeling the nurturing energy of the Divine Feminine to help clients feel deeply cared for, empowered, and aligned with their authentic selves. More info about Kristen and Lumina Healing Arts: www.luminahealingarts.com.

*If you prefer to donate cash at the door, register by emailing Kristen Naes and providing your full name/pronouns and date of the circle you plan to attend. Pre-registration is strictly required.

In 1841, Farmington was home to the African Mende captives who had rebelled and overtaken the slave ship La Amistad. On several dates this summer, the Farmington Historical Society will host a presentation and guided walking tour of these Freedon Trail sites that played a role during their stay in Farmington. The lecture and tour will be led by Connecticut storyteller Andre LePelle Keitt. Mr. Keitt serves as Consultant for Education and Programming for the Farmington Historical Society. The walking tour will also feature other sites in Farmington village which are part of Connecticut’s Freedom Trail and the Underground Railroad. 

The 53 captives of La Amistad, mostly Mende from what is now Sierra Leone, were being shipped to Cuba to work on plantations. While at sea, they rebelled and the 44 survivors sailed the ship ending up in Long Island, New York. They were then taken into custody aboard the USS Washington, sent to New Haven and jailed to start trials in Hartford and later in Washington, D.C. The trials lasted 18 months. In February 1841, their case was argued by former President John Quincy Adams before the U.S. Supreme Court. On March 9, 1841, the decision was made declaring the Africans to be free people with permission to return to their homeland. Nine days later, they arrived in Farmington where abolitionists provided housing, schooling, and the fundraising necessary for the Mende passage back to their homeland. 

The event will be presented on most Saturdays at 10 a.m., meeting at First Church of Christ, Congregational,1652 at 75 Main Street, Farmington, CT. Dates are: June 7, 14, 21; July 12, 19, 26; and August 2, 9, 16, 23; September 6, 13, 27. Cost for the lecture and tour is $20 per person (19 and up), $15 for seniors, and $10 for those under 18. Free for children 5 years old and under. The event will take place rain or shine. If the walking portion of the tour is not possible due to extreme weather, the event will continue in the church with a special presentation. Tickets must be purchased prior to the tour at https://bit.ly/4iD4qrK.

Valuable Discoveries Found In Unexpected Places - get yours appraised for free!

We've all made some unexpected discoveries before. Maybe you found a $20 bill in an old coat pocket or stumbled upon a surprise family heirloom while cleaning your basement.

Discoveries range from weird to invaluable and everything in-between. Hopefully, this posting inspires you to keep your eyes open and indulge your curiosity. Who knows? Maybe you’ll find something of value as well.

Bring your “discoveries” to ANTIQ’S - the only antique shop in Farmington, CT - where “every” Saturday is FREE antique appraisal day.

ANTIQ'S Voted the BEST antique shop in Farmington for 30+ years!

Just 3.3 miles off of I-84, Farmington, CT. Accepting all major credit cards and cash.

AND OF COURSE ~ BROWSERS WELCOME AND BUYERS ADORED

ANTIQ’S LLC – FARMINGTON, CT - Estd. 1990

Located on Hyde Rd., Farmington, CT at the corner of New Britain Avenue

Open every weekend Sat/Sun 11:00 am to 4:00 pm

#antiques #antiqueappraisal #appraisalofantiques #freeappraisal #freeantiqueappraisal #appraisalday #farmingtonct #farmingtonantiques #antiquesinfarmington #ctbucketlist #antiquetreasures #ct #connecticut #nyc #farmingtonct #farmingtonantiques #missporters #music #ctindooractivities #newhaven #newengland #ctantiques #art #cttravel #artist #cttourism

Please note there is no class June-August

Confluence

Ready to find your people? 

Let's cultivate a space for a new way of being

With Julieanne Palmer, Shaman and Spiritual Mentor.

Fourth Saturdays starting March 22, 2025. 3:00-5:00 PM

This will be an open forum where

everyone belongs, any idea is welcome, and where your

words can be spoken and heard in a safe and open

environment. We will create a tapestry of ideas, dreams and

connection. We will openly discuss those areas of wisdom

that you have but no one to share them with. A place where

you can just be and listen to thoughts and ideas you never

would have envisioned and weave them into your own life’s

tapestry.

What participants should bring:

Water, snacks to share, a stone/crystal, journal.

Event Fee: Donation of $10 would be appreciated

Payment link: Venmo: jpmoonpath

Contact Info: ctshaman@gmail.com

About Julieanne: Julieanne lives in Barkhamsted where she has been

practicing her shamanism for thirty years. Her twenty-five

years as a Mesa carrier, studying with the Peruvian Q’eros,

working with people of diverse Medicine Ways, she brings a

vast amount of wisdom and energy to all she offers.

Julieanne would like to create a community of open minded,

creative thinkers, people who lead with the heart and can

envision a new way of being.

Join us for Outdoor Yoga Every Sunday During the Summer

It's that time of year again - starting June 1, join Sarah every Sunday on the beautiful Mountain Spring Nature Trail Farmington Land Trust property for an all-levels yoga practice bathed in sunlight, nature, and birdsong. 

9am, $10, Weather Permitting.

16 Mountain Spring Rd, Farmington, CT

Thank you to the @farmingtonlandtrust for sponsoring & supporting this amazing experience!

Thomas Patch: Artist and Entrepreneur in Eighteenth-Century Florence

Curated by Hugh Belsey, Independent Scholar

Known primarily as a caricature artist, Thomas Patch (1725-1782) in fact engaged in a much wider array of activities. He was a landscape painter, experimental printmaker, and a dealer of antiquities and old master paintings. He was also among the first scholars of early Renaissance art. This exhibition will explore the many aspects of Patch’s art, life, and associations with the British community of diplomats, tourists, artists, and collectors in Italy. 

Monthly Moon Circle

Reflect, recharge & tap into the divine feminine energy of the moon

Presented by Kristen Naes, Owner of Lumina Wellness Collective

Monthly on Fridays before or after the full moon (no circle in Aug or Sept). 

Join us for our monthly Moon Circle, a sacred gathering where we come together to reflect, recharge, and tap into the divine feminine energy of the moon. In this intimate, candlelit circle, you’ll find a nurturing space for deep connection, meaningful reflection, energetic release and intention setting for the upcoming moon cycle.

Group activities include:

• Opening invocation
• Discussion with partners/in group (joys and challenges over last moon cycle)
• Learning about the current moon cycle/what it means for you
• Energy center (chakra) balancing with gentle movement
• Guided meditation and visualization practice
• Oracle card reading
• Releasing, manifesting, and parts work
• Closing gratitude and prayer/meditation

I look forward to spending time with you! 

What is included: A take-home handout with insights about the current moon cycle

Monthly Investment: $20

RSVP A MUST! https://paperbell.me/luminahealingartsct

Bio: 

Kristen Naes, LMSW, is a Reiki practitioner, spiritual wellness coach, evidential psychic-medium, and the founder of Lumina Healing Arts. Combining her clinical social work background with intuitive abilities, she provides trauma-informed Reiki energy healing, intuitive readings, and spiritual wellness support through both individual sessions and group offerings. Kristen is passionate about supporting women and the LGBTQIA+ community, channeling the nurturing energy of the Divine Mother to help clients feel deeply cared for, empowered, and aligned with their authentic selves.

More info about Kristen/Lumina Healing Arts: www.luminahealingarts.com

Spirit Within: A Weekly Women's Circle

Where women reclaim their magic, connect with Spirit and rise together.

With Kristen Naes (She/Her)

Wednesdays, 6:30 pm-7:45 pm (starting June 18)

Step into a sacred space where your intuition is honored, your gifts are welcomed, and your voice is heard. Spirit Within is a weekly women’s circle devoted to the development of psychic and mediumship abilities in a nurturing, heart-centered environment. 

Each week, we gather to explore practices such as:

-Evidential mediumship and spirit communication

-Channeling messages from guides and loved ones

-Inspired and automatic writing

-Strengthening the clairs (clairvoyance, clairaudience, etc.)

-Grounding, protection, and energetic hygiene

-Rituals for deepening your connection to the unseen

Whether you're just beginning to awaken your intuitive senses or seeking to expand your existing connection with Spirit, this circle offers guidance, sisterhood, and sacred space to grow. Together, we listen, receive, practice, and rise. Open to women and non-binary folks who enjoy women-centered spaces. 

What Participants Should Bring: Notebook and pen, or preferred writing materials

Event Fee: Donation-based (suggested $15-$25 per circle)

Payment Link: Registration/Donation Link* 

RSVP Deadline: 12 pm on the day of the weekly circle you plan to attend

Bio: Kristen Naes, LMSW is an evidential psychic-medium, Reiki practitioner, spiritual wellness coach, and the founder of Lumina Healing Arts. Combining her clinical social work background with intuitive abilities, she provides trauma-informed evidential mediumship readings, Reiki healing, and spiritual wellness support through both individual sessions and group offerings. Kristen is passionate about supporting women and the LGBTQIA+ community, channeling the nurturing energy of the Divine Feminine to help clients feel deeply cared for, empowered, and aligned with their authentic selves. More info about Kristen and Lumina Healing Arts: www.luminahealingarts.com.

*If you prefer to donate cash at the door, register by emailing Kristen Naes and providing your full name/pronouns and date of the circle you plan to attend. Pre-registration is strictly required.

Come enjoy a day on the farm and explore the Art & Craft Fair, enjoy the food trucks including Greenhouse Tavern and Happy Tails Coffee, hayrides, face painting, cut your own flowers, live music and more.

Valuable Discoveries Found In Unexpected Places - get yours appraised for free!

We've all made some unexpected discoveries before. Maybe you found a $20 bill in an old coat pocket or stumbled upon a surprise family heirloom while cleaning your basement.

Discoveries range from weird to invaluable and everything in-between. Hopefully, this posting inspires you to keep your eyes open and indulge your curiosity. Who knows? Maybe you’ll find something of value as well.

Bring your “discoveries” to ANTIQ’S - the only antique shop in Farmington, CT - where “every” Saturday is FREE antique appraisal day.

ANTIQ'S Voted the BEST antique shop in Farmington for 30+ years!

Just 3.3 miles off of I-84, Farmington, CT. Accepting all major credit cards and cash.

AND OF COURSE ~ BROWSERS WELCOME AND BUYERS ADORED

ANTIQ’S LLC – FARMINGTON, CT - Estd. 1990

Located on Hyde Rd., Farmington, CT at the corner of New Britain Avenue

Open every weekend Sat/Sun 11:00 am to 4:00 pm

#antiques #antiqueappraisal #appraisalofantiques #freeappraisal #freeantiqueappraisal #appraisalday #farmingtonct #farmingtonantiques #antiquesinfarmington #ctbucketlist #antiquetreasures #ct #connecticut #nyc #farmingtonct #farmingtonantiques #missporters #music #ctindooractivities #newhaven #newengland #ctantiques #art #cttravel #artist #cttourism

Come enjoy a day on the farm and explore the Art & Craft Fair, enjoy the food trucks including Greenhouse Tavern and Happy Tails Coffee, hayrides, face painting, cut your own flowers, live music and more.

Mending the Sacred Hoop Monthly Drum Circle

A Shamanic Drum Circle for all levels

Co-led by Ryan Drodz from Sounds Like Rad & Marie Goodine (Red Hawk Medicine Woman) from Rising Wings Counseling & Wellness Services

Every first Sunday from 1-2:30pm starting May 4, 2025 (no circle in April).

Through the rhythm of our sacred drums we will restore the heartbeat of the sacred Mother Earth by invoking the wisdom and medicine of our collective ancestors. We will also focus on connecting to the healing energy within ourselves to share with our community.

What to bring: Drum or rattle (some will be provided).

Fee: $10 suggested donation. Donations of any amount are appreciated!

RSVP preferred but walk ins welcome RSVP: 203-909-6871 or email: risingmywings@gmail.com