Events in Groton today

Newborns through 18 months and their caregivers can enjoy songs, fingerplays, bounces, and more at this welcoming storytime. Two sessions offer the same program, and registration is not required.

Real Pilates Montauk offers a recurring 45-minute classical Pilates mat class at the Montauk Playhouse Community Center, on the second floor above the aquatic center. Please bring your own mat. Payment of $20 cash is accepted at the door, and pre-registration is also available.

Newborns through 18 months and their caregivers can enjoy songs, fingerplays, bounces, and more at this welcoming storytime. Two sessions offer the same program, and registration is not required.

Treat yourself to something sweet while supporting Boy Scout Troop 109. During this fundraiser, a portion of sales will go directly to the troop, helping cover expenses for Summer Camp, campouts, and the end of summer trip.

Part of the Fall Farmer Foodie Series, this program features Jimmy Moran of historic Wehpittituck Farm. With long-standing ties to the community, he farms there and operates the seasonal farm market. He will discuss cultivating flowers and vegetables, collaborations with local businesses, the farm’s history, and his journey to becoming part of it.

Grab a convenient lunch while supporting programs at Easterseals Veterans Rally Point. These lunches are open to everyone.

Food Explorers leads a baking class for kids focused on making apple cheesecake egg rolls.

Teens can take part in a Game-A-Thon at Ledyard Bill Library featuring board games, video games, and rock paper scissors. All materials are provided by the library. Participants receive a raffle ticket for every type of game they try, and a drawing at the end of the event will award an Amazon gift card.

Play in a weekly One Piece constructed event. Entry is $10, and prizes are based on attendance.

Tuesday Modern offers a weekly event with a $10 entry fee. Prizes are awarded based on attendance and paid out in Gilt Leaf Games Prize Tickets.

Children ages 18 months to 3 years and their caregivers can enjoy an active storytime featuring stories, fingerplays, music, and more. Registration is not required.

This monthly games night welcomes ages 14 and older. It takes place on the first Wednesday of each month. To sign up or ask questions, email ashawayfreelibrary@gmail.com or call (401) 377-2770. For additional details, please check the website.

Wednesday open fencing takes place in the evening, weather and scheduling permitting.

Preschoolers ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers can enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and fun at Gales Ferry Library. The gathering takes place in the children’s room, and registration is not required.

Take part in a weekly Pokémon League for Juniors, Seniors, and Masters. Entry is $5, and prizes are based on attendance and standings.

Take part in a free Friday morning workout at the fort, open to all men. The workout changes each week, with a shared goal of finishing stronger.

Creative Bdr Boutique will participate in the New England Christmas Festival at the Earth Expo Center at Mohegan Sun. The event features more than 400 American artisans with handmade gifts, specialty foods, and a lively holiday atmosphere. Explore the boutique’s collection of framed fiber “paintings”, suitable for gifting or for adding a distinctive touch to home decor, alongside a broad array of seasonal creations in one convenient location.

An elegant golden anniversary gala at The Spa at Norwich Inn honors five decades of the Southeastern Connecticut Women's Network, a community that has brought together professionals, entrepreneurs, and civic leaders to build connections, support growth, and make an impact. The celebration begins with a cocktail reception featuring passed hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar, followed by the Inn's Tuscan Sunset Buffet with seasonal favorites served in an inviting dining setting. After dinner, the dance floor comes alive as DJ James O'Grady provides the soundtrack for an evening of celebration and memories. Throughout the program, guests can reflect on the founders' vision, recognize individuals who have shaped the Network, and celebrate the friendships, partnerships, and accomplishments that continue to inspire today. The event welcomes longtime members, current supporters, alumni, and newcomers alike and looks back with gratitude while focusing on an exciting future. Individual tickets are $100 per person and include admission, the cocktail reception with passed hors d'oeuvres, the Tuscan Sunset Buffet, and entertainment. Seating is limited.

Enjoy a casual Commander event featuring three rounds and achievements that pay out in Gilt Leaf Games Prize Tickets. Entry is $5.

An acoustic duo performs songs spanning the 1970s to today, with music across classic rock, rock, country, blues, and middle-of-the-road styles, including both familiar hits and deeper cuts.

Take part in a weekly Riftbound Nexus Night with a $10 entry fee. Prizes are based on attendance and standings, with each participant receiving at least two packs and one current promo pack. First place also receives an Origins Promo Pack while supplies last.

Explore Westerly’s haunted history on a guided walking tour through downtown and along the Pawcatuck River. Hear chilling stories of shipwrecks, cursed pirate gold, spectral lights, witches, colonial-era legends, industrial-era hauntings, and reported encounters at historic downtown buildings. The tour is lantern-lit and runs rain or shine. Cameras are welcome, but pets are not permitted.

John Mulaney brings a night of stand-up to the Premier Theater at Foxwoods Resort Casino in Mashantucket, Connecticut, showcasing crisp storytelling and finely tuned punchlines. His set blends candid personal moments with observations about anxiety, pop culture, and less-than-great choices, delivering quick-paced comedy that rewards attentive listeners. The theater’s close setting adds to the experience for anyone who appreciates sharp, thoughtful humor.

Experience John Mulaney live on stage in Ledyard, Connecticut.

The fun returns to Groton with another night built to rock. It is always a great time, with high energy from start to finish. Excitement is already building to see everyone again.

Night Ranger brings its rock sound to Great Cedar at Foxwoods, with well-known hits including “Sister Christian” and “Don’t Tell Me You Love Me.”

Participants can ride a hunter pace of approximately six to seven miles across varied terrain on wooded trails and open fields, or take a three mile valley route with gentle hills through fields and trails. Both courses include numerous jumps, with options to bypass them. Divisions available are Walk/Trot, Hill Topper, and Open Jumper. Additional details will be announced.

Safely clear out household hazardous waste at a free collection paired with on-site paper shredding. Households from participating communities may attend any one of the nine annual events at no cost. Towns served include Bozrah, Colchester, East Haddam, East Lyme, Franklin, Griswold, Groton, Lebanon, Ledyard, Lisbon, Montville, New London, North Stonington, Norwich, Preston, Salem, Sterling, Stonington, Sprague, Voluntown, and Waterford. For details on acceptable items, please check the SCRRRA website.

FallFest is an annual meeting offering a broad mix of learning opportunities for all ages. Adults can attend educational sessions, teens ages 13 to 18 have dedicated programming, youth ages 6 to 12 have activities of their own, and childcare is available for children ages 0 to 5. The gathering takes place at the Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa in Groton, Connecticut.

An event at Markham Meadow Campground in East Hampton encourages early planning for holiday shopping. It provides an opportunity to get a head start on gift lists and prepare for the season.

If you did not receive a door hanger, you can still donate non-perishable food by dropping it off at the St. Pius parking lot. Westerly Boy Scout Troop 16 will collect donations, which will benefit the Johnnycake Center of Westerly. Thank you for your generosity and support.

Set in downtown Mystic, CT, the Tarzan Brown Mystic River Run celebrates local running history with a scenic out-and-back five-mile road race along the Mystic River. The event honors Ellison "Tarzan" Brown, a descendant of the Narragansett Tribe and a two-time Boston Marathon winner, and is presented by the Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce and Kelley's Pace. A free half-mile kids run for ages 10 and under requires pre-registration, and the main five-mile event welcomes both runners and walkers. Expect river views, a festive post-race gathering, and an awards ceremony at the Mystic Museum of Art. Participants are treated to complimentary clam chowder and bread from Friar Tucks Tavern. Entry fees are tiered, with a discounted $29 rate for entrants under 18, and race-day registration is online only with no paper forms. Packet pickup is available on race day.

Local vendors and artists team up with fans for a lively marketplace where attendees can buy, sell, and trade. The event features cosplay competitions, games, and plenty of vendor offerings, along with other activities. Admission is free all day.

Children can paint wooden fish for the Buoys by the Bay holiday display in Scheer Park. The display features 50 painted fish, and each child may paint one with adult supervision. Afterwards, the fish can be donated to the display or returned to the child who created it. The activity is free with Museum admission, and pre-registration is required. The event is brought to you by Niantic Main Street, East Lyme Public Trust Foundation, and The Miracle League of Southeastern CT.

This Saturday morning book club welcomes readers with eclectic tastes. Monthly selections can be picked up at Gales Ferry Library or Bill Ledyard Library. Check back regularly to discover the next book.

The Tribridge Challenge brings paddlers to the Mystic River for the season’s finale, featuring a 3 mile short course for recreational racers and a 5 mile long course for more competitive athletes. A wide range of craft are welcome, including SUP, prone, surfski, C1, C2, K1, and K2. Registration is $49 and must be completed in advance, since same day sign ups are not available. Entries received by the race T-shirt cutoff include an event shirt. Check in and a safety briefing take place before staggered starts, with the long course heading out first and the short course following. A post race barbecue with a DJ caps the day. Awards include $50 for first place, with gift cards and swag from local businesses for second and third. The location is near the Long Island Ferry and is less than two hours from Boston.

Discover relief printing by carving a single color linocut and printing your design on flour sack tea towels that you can use at home or give as gifts. This beginner friendly class covers the traditional relief process from selecting carving blocks, inks, and papers to transferring a design, then carving, inking, and handprinting. Autumn themed templates will be available, and participants may bring their own artwork. Simple, bold patterns without fine details are encouraged so there is plenty of time to focus on the fundamentals and finish your towels. All materials are provided. A relief printing handout is available to review before class. For ages 15 and up. The fee for this class is nonrefundable. Support from The Dime Bank Foundation and Charter Oak Federal Credit Union makes this program possible.

The Griswold Volunteer Fire Department brings back its decades-old chicken barbecue, a takeout-only tradition that has been perfected since the early 1950s. Tickets are $15 for adults and $8 for children. For tickets, contact Pauline Marzec at 860-917-4387, and keep an eye out for department members who may be selling tickets around town.

Experience a twist on MTG Commander where players build complete decks from mystery cards, then put them to the test in competitive pods. Entry is $10. At the start, each participant receives three legendary creatures and chooses one to lead the deck, and these commander options cannot be traded. A playable promo is also provided and may be traded with others. Decks are constructed from the bulk boxes, and any cards selected for building are yours to keep, along with your promos and commanders. Deckbuilding time is limited to 90 minutes, and collaboration is encouraged, including helping others finish on time, with awards recognizing teamwork. After construction, pods are assigned at random. Each round runs 90 minutes, so keep a steady pace. Prize support scales with participation. Basic lands are supplied for play and must be returned afterward, and special lands are only allowed if they come from the bulk selection or are issued as promos.

This event offers a raffle featuring meat prizes, with 20 dollars covering chances in 20 games.

Tommy Dunn and Art Smith perform yesterday’s music with guitar, keyboard, and vocals, blending their sound from the heart.