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<body topmargin=0 leftmargin=0 marginheight=0 marginwidth=0> <table cellpadding=0 cellspacing=0 border=0><tr> <td valign="top" colspan=2 height=90 BGCOLOR="#990000" TEXT="#F7F7FF"> <div> <FONT SIZE="6" COLOR="#FFFFCC" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><B>Litchfield Community Center</B></FONT><FONT SIZE="6" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><B> </B></FONT><FONT SIZE="1" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" ><B>   </B></FONT><B>  |    </B><A HREF="index.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Litchfield Community Center "><B> </B></A><A HREF="index.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Litchfield Community Center "><B>home</B></A></div> <div> <B>421 Bantam Rd., Litchfield, CT 06759</B></div> <div> <B> Phone 860-567-8302 - Fax 860-567-0328</B></div> <bR> <bR> <div> </div> </td> </tr><tr> <td valign="top" width=210 BGCOLOR="#FFCC66" TEXT="#080000" background="060d2b03.jpg"> <bR> <bR> <div>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          </div> <bR> <div> <A HREF="id15.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Calendar"><B>Calendar</B></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id2.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Upcoming Events"><B>Upcoming Events</B></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id38.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Musical Performances"><B>Musical Performances</B></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id12.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Teen Center"><B>Teen Center</B></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id4.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Movies"><B>Movies</B></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id8.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Facility Use Request Form"><B>Facility Use Request Form</B></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id83.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Birthday Party"><B>Children's Party Details!</B></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id7.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Board of Directors Staff"><B>Board of Directors & Staff</B></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id61.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Directors Annual Message"><B>Director's Annual Message</B></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id11.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Photo Album"><B>Photo Album</B></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id6.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="About Us"><B>About Us</B></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id77.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Tribute to Sonia P. 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Governing Documents, Budget,  2009 IRS 990 form, History</B></A></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> </td> <td valign="top" height=390 width="100%" BGCOLOR="#CC6600" TEXT="#080000"> <div> <FONT SIZE="4" COLOR="#CC6600" FACE="Arial" ><I>Upcoming Events</I></FONT>Click on <FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Arial" >blue link</FONT> (where available) to see more information and details on that event.</div> <div> <I> <form target="paypal" action="https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr" method="post"> <input type="hidden" name="cmd" value="_cart"> <input type="hidden" name="business" value="EMAIL ADDRESS OF YOUR PAYPAL ACCOUNT"> <input type="image" src="https://www.paypal.com/en_US/i/btn/btn_viewcart_LG.gif" border="0" name="submit" alt=""> <img alt="" border="0" src="https://www.paypal.com/fr_FR/i/scr/pixel.gif" width="1" height="1"> <input type="hidden" name="display" value="1"> </form>  </I></div> <div> <TABLE BORDER="5" CELLPADDING="10" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="757" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="BOX" RULES="ALL" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" BGCOLOR=#FFFFCC > <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 3839 WIDTH="723"><div> <B> <TABLE BORDER="3" CELLPADDING="10" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="368" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="BOX" RULES="ALL" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" BGCOLOR=#CC6600 > <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 30 ><NOBR><div> <B>UPCOMING EVENTS</B></div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> </TABLE></B></div> <bR> <div>   <A HREF="http://ui.constantcontact.com/sa/fp.jsp?plat=i&p=f&m=vhsgghcab">Send this Page to a Friend</A>   </div> <bR> <bR> <div> <B><U>Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays:</U></B><B> </B><B> </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id30.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Yoga"><B>Y</B></A><A HREF="id30.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Yoga"><B>OGA</B></A></FONT><B> </B>9:00 A.M. Cost: $12.00 Instructor:  Wendy Larsen </div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Mondays:</U></B><B>  </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id34.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Stitch Chat"><B>“STITCH & CHAT”</B></A><B> </B></FONT><B> </B>Time:  10:30 A.M. - 1:00 P.M.  Open to all who love to knit, crochet, cross stitch, sew, embroider, etc.  Bring your own project & share some time with others. FREE ~ Light refreshments available.</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Mondays:</U></B><B>  </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id4.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Movies"><B>MONDAY AFTERNOON MOVIE</B></A></FONT>  Enjoy a new release every Monday afternoon.  Popcorn and beverages are served.  Time:  1:00 pm.  Cost:  Donations welcome.</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Tuesdays:</U></B><B> </B><A HREF="id47.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Paint with Friends"><B> </B></A><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id47.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Paint with Friends"><B>PAINT WITH FRIENDS</B></A></FONT><B> </B> Come join together with local people who love to draw and paint and anyone is welcome to participate regardless of their level of expertise.  Time: 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.  There is no fee to join, but artists must bring their own paints, equipment and talent!</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Tuesdays:</U></B><B>  BINGO</B>  Free admission, cards available for nominal fee. Time:  1:00 pm</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Tuesdays:</U></B><B> </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id88.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Zumba Fitness"><B>ZUMBA FITNESS</B></A><B>  </B></FONT>Zumba fuses Latin rhythms and easy-tp-follow moves.  Time:  5:30 pm - 6:30 pm.  Cost: $10.00 per class.  Instructor: Ashley Greco. </div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Tuesdays:</U></B><B> </B><B><U>(starting Dec. 6, 2011):</U></B><B> </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id96.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Litchfield Littles Playgroup"> </A><A HREF="id96.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Litchfield Littles Playgroup"><B>"LITCHFIELD LITTLE</B></A><A HREF="id96.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Litchfield Littles Playgroup"><B>"</B></A><A HREF="id96.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Litchfield Littles Playgroup"><B> PLAYGROUP </B></A></FONT><B> </B>For kids 3 & under & their parents, expecting Moms welcome too! The goal is to offer parental support & encourage early social interaction.  Time:  9:30 am - 11:00 am.  Cost:  Donations Welcome</div> <bR> <div> <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><B><U>Wednesdays:</U></B><B>  </B></FONT><A HREF="id31.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Tai Chi"><B>T</B></A><A HREF="id31.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Tai Chi"><B>AI CHI</B></A><A HREF="id31.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Tai Chi"> </A> <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Bookman Old Style" >“Warm-ups and First Form" for improved flexibility - All Ages Welcome.  Time:  10:30 A.M. - 11:15 A.M.  Cost:  FREE.  No experience necessary, dress in comfortable clothes.</FONT></div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Wednesdays:</U></B><B>  BRIDGE FOR ALL</B>  Come and play bridge with others in a relaxed atmosphere.  There is no instruction or lessons, just free play.  Time:  12:00 pm.  Cost:  Free, come and go as you please.</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Thursdays:</U></B><B>  BLOOD PRESSURE CHECK</B>  by Registered Nurse.  Time:  9:30 am - 10:30 am.  Cost:  Free of charge.</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Thursdays:</U></B><B>  </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id33.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Dance Exercise"><B>DANCE EXERCISE</B></A></FONT> Class will utilize dance technique forms to stretch & tone the body.  Please bring mat.  Instructor:  Rosemary Tindall-Gibson.  Time:  9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.  Cost:  $7.00 per class.  On-Going, pay as you go.  </div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Thursdays:</U></B>  <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id119.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Table Tennis Club"><B>TABLE</B></A><A HREF="id119.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Table Tennis Club"><B> TENNIS C</B></A><A HREF="id119.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Table Tennis Club"><B>LUB</B></A></FONT><B>  </B>New Members always welcome.  Come play in a great social environment and meet other enthusiasts.  Join for USATT benefits, Tournament notices, membership and TT tips!  Time:  10:45 pm.  FREE and open to the public.</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Thursdays & Fridays</U></B><B>:  </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id27.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Free Game Play"><B>“FREE GAME PLAY TIME”</B></A></FONT><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#BF0000" FACE="Bookman Old Style" >  </FONT>Table Tennis, Pool and the latest craze, Wii games: Bowling, Tennis and more.  Time:  10:30 pm - 12:00 pm.  Open to public.</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Tuesdays & Thursdays</U></B><B>:  </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id39.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Sculpt Tone"><B>SCULPT AND TONE</B></A></FONT><B>  </B>A strength training class that includes stretching, abdominal work & muscle isolation for a full body workout.  Instructor: Dean Roberts.  Time:  7:00p.m. - 8:00 p.m.  Cost:  $8.00 per class.  Bring:  hand weights, mat or towel. </div> <bR> <div> <B><U>First Thursday of each Month</U></B><B>:  SOCRATES CAFÉ</B>  Free & open to the public.  An opportunity for people to gather and talk about philosophical issues.  Time: 7:00-9:00 p.m.  Cost:  FREE.  For more info about Socrates Cafe, go to <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="http://www.philosopher.org" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.philosopher.org"><U>www.philosopher.org</U></A></FONT></div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Thursdays:</U></B><B> </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id58.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Roots of Religion"><B> EXPLORING ROOTS OF RELIGION</B></A><A HREF="id58.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Roots of Religion"><B> FR</B></A><A HREF="id58.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Roots of Religion"><B>OM THE GREAT BOOKS Video Lecture Series.</B></A></FONT><A HREF="id58.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Roots of Religion"> </A> Two 30 minute lectures (on DVD) each week followed by discussion and debate. Instructor:  Prof. John R. Hale, director of Liberal Studies at U. of Louisville.  Time:  1:30 pm - 3:00 pm.  Cost:  Free and open to the public.</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Fridays:</U></B><B>  </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id60.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Mah Jongg"><B>MAH JONGG FREE PLAY</B></A></FONT>  Spend the afternoon with fellow players and brush up on your skills playing the ancient, fascinating and challenging game of Mah Jongg.  Time:  12:00 pm - 3:00 pm.  Cost: FREE</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Tuesdays January 3, 2012 - February 21, 2012:</U></B><B>  </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id76.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Community Writers Circle"><B>COMMUNITY WRITERS CIRCLE</B></A></FONT>  <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#BF0000" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id76.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Community Writers Circle"><I><B>(REGISTER & PAY ONLINE NOW!) </B></I></A><I><B>  </B></I></FONT>providing current and aspiring writers fellowship and a creative outlet in a constructive and friendly environment.  Time:  6:30pm - 8:30 pm.  Cost:  $25.00 pp.  (<I>Note: a non-refundable $2 service charge for online credit card ordering will be added to your order). </I>Or $5.00 drop in any evening.<I> </I> Pre-registration and pre-payment required.</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Fridays January 6 - February 24, 2012:</U></B><B>  GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP</B>  A safe place to be the way you are, say what's on your mind and heart and be with others who know what grief is.  This group is a gift from the Friends of Hospice in Litchfield, CT.  Time:  9:30 am - 11:00 am.  Cost:  Free and open to the public.  Facilitator: Rev. Eileen Epperson.  For more info, call Rev. Epperson at 860-435-0288.</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Sundays Jan. 8, Jan. 22, Feb. 5, Feb. 19, Mar. 4, Mar. 18, 2012:</U></B><B>  </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id57.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Family Swim and Gym"><B>FAMILY SWIM & GYM</B></A></FONT>  In cooperation with CT Junior Republic at CJR Wheeler Pool & Gym.  Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm.  Cost:  $5 (child & parent/guardian), $10 (2 children & parent/guardian), $15 (3+children & parent/guardian)  Under 18 must be accompanied by adult.</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Wednesday January 11, 2012:</U></B><B> </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id73.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Litchfield in Transition"><B> “LITCHFIELD IN TRANSITION” presents the movie “WORKING THE LAND, THE REMARKABLE STORY OF CT FARMS AND FARMERS”</B></A></FONT><B>  </B>Using evocative archival images and beautiful contemporary footage, tells the story of CT agriculture from its beginnings through today.  Time:  6:30 refreshments & social time / 7:00 pm movie.  Cost:  Donations accepted at the door, All Ages Welcome.</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Thursdays January 12- February 2, 2012:</U></B><B>  </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id109.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Ernest Hemingway"><B>ERNEST HEMINGWAY'S “IN OUR TIME” COURSE</B></A></FONT>  <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#BF0000" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id109.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Ernest Hemingway"><I><B>(REGISTER & PAY ONLINE NOW!)</B></I></A><A HREF="id109.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Ernest Hemingway"><I><B> </B></I></A><I><B> </B></I></FONT>This 4 session course will focus on the prose of this early work and discuss his stories and inter-chapters to better understand his contribution to the modern short story.   Instructor: Jerry Geci.  Time:  1:30 pm - 3:00 pm.  Cost:  $20.00 per person. <I>Note: a non-refundable $2 service charge for online credit card ordering will be added to your order)</I>  Pre-registration and per-payment required.</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Saturday January 14, 2012:</U></B><B> </B><B> </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id111.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Family Fest"><B>FAMILY FEST</B></A></FONT><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#BF0000" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><I><B> </B></I></FONT>"Edible and Audible Spaghetti"  Come out for a family style dinner and entertainment everyone can enjoy.  Enjoy the sounds of Spaghetti Cake Band and burn up the carbs on the dance floor.  Time:  6:30 pm - 8:30 pm.  Cost:  $5.00 pp / $25.00 family max.</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Friday January 20, 2012:</U></B><B>  </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id108.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Handler and Levesque concert"><B>JUDY HANDLER & MARK LEVESQUE CONCERT</B></A></FONT>  World Music for Guitar and Mandolin.  Enjoy an energetic & uplifting program of music from many countries.  Time:  7:00 pm.  Cost:  $10.00 admission at door.  Refreshements will be sold.</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Friday January 20, 2012:</U></B><B>  </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id38.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Musical Performances"><B>FRIDAY FEAST AND DANCING FEET</B></A></FONT>  <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#BF0000" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id97.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Registration Form"><I><B>(REGISTER ONLINE)</B></I></A></FONT><A HREF="id97.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Registration Form"> </A> Join us the 3rd Friday of each month and enjoy lunch catered by a local restaurant and music to dance to.  Music by "Let Your Light Shine" Trio & lunch by Hometown Pizza.  Time:  12:00 pm - 2:00 pm.  Cost:  <I>New Price</I>:  $7.00 pp.  Pre-registration required!</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Mondays January 23 - March 5, 2012:</U></B><B>  </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id43.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="John Marshall Hand Drumming"><B>JOHN MARSHALL HAND DRUMMING CLASS </B></A></FONT><B> </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#BF0000" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id43.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="John Marshall Hand Drumming"><I><B>(REGISTER & PAY ONLINE NOW!)</B></I></A><A HREF="id43.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="John Marshall Hand Drumming"><I><B> </B></I></A><I><B> </B></I></FONT>Led by local resident and world renowned percussionist John Marshall.  Drums available or bring your own. For all ages! Time:  7:00 pm - 8:00 pm.  Cost:  $60.00 pp.  Pre-registration and pre-payment required by Wed. Jan 18.  (Note: no class on Feb. 20 / snow day make-up date is March 12)</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Wednesday January 25, 2011:</U></B><B>  </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id37.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="New York City"><B>NEW YORK CITY DAYTRIPS</B></A></FONT><B> </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#BF0000" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id37.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="New York City"><I><B>(REGISTER & PAY ONLINE NOW!)</B></I></A><I><B>  </B></I></FONT>"Do As You Please" daytrip.  3 drop-off:  The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Rockefeller Center, South Street Seaport / 1 pick-up: 52nd & Broadway.  Time:  Bus departs LCC 8:00 am / departs NYC 6:00 pm.  Cost:  $38.00 pp. (<I>Note: </I><I>a non-refundable</I><I> $2 service charge for online credit card ordering will be added to your order)  </I>Seats are limited to 39.  Pre-registration and pre-payment required.</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Thursdays January 26 - March 29, 2012:</U></B><B>  </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id91.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Basic Italian II"><B>BASIC ITALIAN II CLASS</B></A></FONT>  <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#BF0000" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id91.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Basic Italian II"><I><B>(REGISTER & PAY ONLINE NOW!) </B></I></A><I><B> </B></I></FONT>For those with basic knowledge of elementary grammar and vocabulary.  Required text: “Learn Italian the Fast and Fun Way” by Marcel Danesi.  Time:  6:30 pm - 8:30 pm.  Cost:  $135.00 per person.  (<I>Note: a non-refundable $2 service charge for online ordering will be added to your order)  </I>Instructor:  Dona Frauenhofer.</div> <bR> <div> <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><B><U>Thursdays January 26 - May 24, 2012:</U></B><B>  </B></FONT><A HREF="id94.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Understanding Great Art"><B>HOW TO LOOK AT AND UNDERSTAND GREAT ART</B></A><A HREF="id94.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Understanding Great Art"> </A> <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Bookman Old Style" >Another in our series of Great Courses DVD Lecture Series with Prof. Sharon Latchaw Hirsch.  These 36 richly illustrated lectures take you on an in-depth exploration of the practical skill of viewing art through crucial elements of craft & technique.  Time:  1:00 pm - 3:00 pm.  Cost: Donations welcome / Attend all or Drop-In</FONT></div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Saturday January 28, 2012:</U></B><B>  </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id118.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Firkin Quiz Night"><B>THE FIRKIN QUIZ NIGHT</B></A></FONT>  <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#BF0000" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id118.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Firkin Quiz Night"><I><B>(REGISTER & PAY ONLINE NOW!)</B></I></A><I><B>  </B></I></FONT>Join us for a traditional British Pub Quiz Night.  Sign up as a team, couple or single (6-8 per team).  BYOB, complimentary soft drinks and nibbles.  Time:  Doors open at 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm. (Games start at 7:30 pm)  Cost:  $25.00 per person.  Pre-registration and pre-payment required.  Sold Out last year!</div> <bR> <div> <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><B><U>Saturday February 11, 2012:</U></B><B>  </B></FONT><A HREF="id98.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="10th Annual Bob Andrulis Memorial Sweeth"><B>10</B></A><A HREF="id98.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="10th Annual Bob Andrulis Memorial Sweeth"><B>TH</B></A><A HREF="id98.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="10th Annual Bob Andrulis Memorial Sweeth"><B> ANNUAL BOB ANDRULIS MEMORIAL SWEETHEART 5 MILE RUN/3 MILE WALK.</B></A><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Bookman Old Style" >  Course is of varied terrain.  Proceeds benefit Litchfield Community Center.  T-Shirts, goodie bags, refreshments and age division prized.  Time:  11:00 am.  Cost:  $20 adults / $5 children 10 & under / 80 & older is FREE. ($25 after Feb. 9, 2012 or day of race)</FONT></div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Wednesday February 15, 2012:</U></B><B>  </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id56.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Freedom quilt"><B>THE LEGEND OF FREEDOM QUILTS AND THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD</B></A> </FONT> <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#BF0000" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id97.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Registration Form"><I><B>(REGISTER ONLINE)</B></I></A></FONT>  This presentation discusses the history, legends and storied that makeup the rich heritage associated with the Underground Railroad.  Presented by Trish Chambers in period costume.  Time:  7:00 pm.  Cost:  $5.00 admission at the door.  Pre-registration required.</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Friday February 24, 2012:</U></B><B>  </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id67.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="CT Flower and Garden Show 2012"><B>CT FLOWER AND GARDEN SHOW</B></A></FONT>, Hartford Convention Center.  <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#BF0000" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id67.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="CT Flower and Garden Show 2012"><I><B>(REGISTER & PAY ONLINE NOW!)</B></I></A><I><B>  </B></I></FONT>Themed “Traditions of Nature”, the Center will be transformed into a breathtaking event for floral and garden enthusiasts with over 300 booths, beautifully landscaped gardens, Seminars & Demos.  Time:  Depart LCC 9:30 am / Depart Center 3:30 pm.  Cost:  $20.00 pp includes RT transportation and admission.  Lunch on your own with choice of  food vendors or bring your own.</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Wednesday February 29, 2011:</U></B><B>  </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id37.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="New York City"><B>NEW YORK CITY DAYTRIPS</B></A></FONT><B> </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#BF0000" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id37.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="New York City"><I><B>(REGISTER & PAY ONLINE NOW!)</B></I></A><I><B>  </B></I></FONT>"Do As You Please" daytrip.  3 drop-off:  The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Rockefeller Center, South Street Seaport / 1 pick-up: 52nd & Broadway.  Time:  Bus departs LCC 8:00 am / departs NYC 6:00 pm.  Cost:  $38.00 pp. (<I>Note: </I><I>a non-refundable</I><I> $2 service charge for online credit card ordering will be added to your order)  </I>Seats are limited to 39.  Pre-registration and pre-payment required.</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Friday March 16, 2012:</U></B>  <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id18.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Boston Flower and Garden Show"><B>BOSTON FLOWER AND GARDEN SHOW</B></A></FONT><B>  </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#BF0000" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id18.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Boston Flower and Garden Show"><I><B>(REGISTER & PAY ONLINE NOW!)</B></I></A><I><B> </B></I></FONT><B> </B>This year's theme, <I>First Impressions,</I> provides inspiration and tips on how to bring the “wow” factor to our outdoor spaces and express one's personality and style as well as add enjoyment and value to one's property.  Extra time to enjoy the Boston Waterfront.  Time:  Bus departs LCC 8:00 am / depart Seaport at 6:00 pm.  Cost:  $60.00 includes RT deluxe coach transportation and admission to show.  (<I>Note: </I><I>a non-refundable</I><I> $2 service charge for online credit card ordering will be added to your order)  </I>Seats are limited to 39.  Pre-registration and pre-payment required.</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Wednesday March 21, 2012:</U></B><B>  </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id102.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Chica Peeps"><B>"WHO ARE YOUR CHICA PEEPS?"</B></A></FONT>  A sisterhood of strength and support, providing a support venure for open discussion and expression.  Time:  7:00 pm -8:30 pm.  Cost:  FREE - pre-registration required.</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Wednesday March 28, 2012:</U></B><B>  </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id37.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="New York City"><B>NEW YORK CITY DAYTRIPS</B></A></FONT><B> </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#BF0000" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id37.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="New York City"><I><B>(REGISTER & PAY ONLINE NOW!)</B></I></A><I><B>  </B></I></FONT>"Do As You Please" daytrip.  3 drop-off:  The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Rockefeller Center, South Street Seaport / 1 pick-up: 52nd & Broadway.  Time:  Bus departs LCC 8:00 am / departs NYC 6:00 pm.  Cost:  $38.00 pp. (<I>Note: </I><I>a non-refundable</I><I> $2 service charge for online credit card ordering will be added to your order)  </I>Seats are limited to 39.  Pre-registration and pre-payment required.</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Wednesday April 25, 2012:</U></B><B>  </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id37.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="New York City"><B>NEW YORK CITY DAYTRIPS</B></A></FONT><B> </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#BF0000" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id37.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="New York City"><I><B>(REGISTER & PAY ONLINE NOW!)</B></I></A><I><B>  </B></I></FONT>"Do As You Please" daytrip.  3 drop-off:  The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Rockefeller Center, South Street Seaport / 1 pick-up: 52nd & Broadway.  Time:  Bus departs LCC 8:00 am / departs NYC 6:00 pm.  Cost:  $38.00 pp. (<I>Note: </I><I>a non-refundable</I><I> $2 service charge for online credit card ordering will be added to your order)  </I>Seats are limited to 39.  Pre-registration and pre-payment required.</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Friday May 18, 2012:</U></B><B>  </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id48.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Hudson River Adventure"><B>HUDSON RIVER ADVENTURE</B></A></FONT><B>  </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#BF0000" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id48.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Hudson River Adventure"><I><B>(REGISTER & PAY ONLINE NOW!)</B></I></A><I><B>  </B></I></FONT>Visit the National Purple Heart Hall of Honor, commemorating the extraordinary sacrifices of America's service men & women, lunch at the Torches on the Hudson Restaurant, then set sail on the River Rose, an authentic New Orleans paddle wheeler including a narrated tour of the Hudson.  Lunch choice of Pasta, Chicken or Pork Loin.  Time:<I>  </I>Bus departs 9:15 am/Return approx 6:45 pm.  Cost:  $99.00pp inc RT transportation, Tour, Cruise, Luncheon and driver gratuity.</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>Wednesday May 23, 2012:</U></B><B>  </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id37.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="New York City"><B>NEW YORK CITY DAYTRIPS</B></A></FONT><B> </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#BF0000" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id37.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="New York City"><I><B>(REGISTER & PAY ONLINE NOW!)</B></I></A><I><B>  </B></I></FONT>"Do As You Please" daytrip.  3 drop-off:  The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Rockefeller Center, South Street Seaport / 1 pick-up: 52nd & Broadway.  Time:  Bus departs LCC 8:00 am / departs NYC 6:00 pm.  Cost:  $38.00 pp. (<I>Note: </I><I>a non-refundable</I><I> $2 service charge for online credit card ordering will be added to your order)  </I>Seats are limited to 39.  Pre-registration and pre-payment required.</div> <bR> <div> <B><U>June 27, 2012:</U></B><B>  </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0033FF" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id37.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="New York City"><B>NEW YORK CITY DAYTRIPS</B></A></FONT><B> </B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#BF0000" FACE="Bookman Old Style" ><A HREF="id37.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="New York City"><I><B>(REGISTER & PAY ONLINE NOW!)</B></I></A><I><B>  </B></I></FONT>"Do As You Please" daytrip.  3 drop-off:  The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Rockefeller Center, South Street Seaport / 1 pick-up: 52nd & Broadway.  Time:  Bus departs LCC 8:00 am / departs NYC 6:00 pm.  Cost:  $38.00 pp. (<I>Note: </I><I>a non-refundable</I><I> $2 service charge for online credit card ordering will be added to your order)  </I>Seats are limited to 39.  Pre-registration and pre-payment required.</div> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <B>NW Transit Transportation provides bus service to the Community Center.</B></div> <div> <B>Find out more by calling 860-489-2535</B></div> </tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <bR> </td> </tr></table></body>