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First Fridays- Downtown Norwich comes alive with arts and entertainment every first Friday of the month! View original art at several galleries or enjoy a musical or theater production in our theaters. Call 886-4683 for more information. |
| January 2, 2009 |
First Friday - Eight to the Bar - will perform at 8 pm at the Donald Oat Theater - presented by Norwich Arts Council. Tickets are $25. Call 887-2789 for reservations. |
| January 10, 2009 |
Medieval Feast – Medieval food and entertainment at Unitarian Universalist Church of Norwich at 148 Broadway. Doors open at 6:30 pm with dinner at 7 pm. For more information, call the church at 889-1062 for more information. |
| January 16, 2009 |
Martin Luther King Jr. Luncheon - held a the Sidney Frank Center at Norwich Free Academy from 11:30-1:00 pm. Call 886-1686 for more information. |
| February 27, 2009 |
Russian Mardi Gras Dinner – Traditional festive pre-lenten evening of food, fun, music & more from 6-10 pm at the Orthodox Church of the Holy New Martyrs, 364 Canterbury Turnpike. Contact Father Basil 822-6688 for more information. |
| February 28, 2009 |
Sweet Potato Festival – Food and entertainment sponsored by Norwich NAACP from 11:30 to 2:30 pm at United Congregational Church, Broadway. Call Jacqueline Owens for more info at 887-4888. |
| February 22–April 3, 2009 |
66th Annual Connecticut Artists Juried Exhibition – Paintings, sculpture, photography, print and mixed media. Slater Memorial Museum, 108 Crescent St. Call 887-2506 for more information. |
| March 18-22, 2009 |
PBA Go RVing Pro Tour - ESPN Finals held live at Norwich Bowling and Entertainment Center. Learn bowling tips from your favorite Pro Bowler by bowling in the Pro Ams. Tickets are limited. Call 860-889-3362 for information or visit www.norwichbowling.com. |
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April 11, 2009
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Easter Bake Sale –Wonderful home-baked holiday cakes, breads and sweets. Special Easter foods and pierogis. Held from 10 am to 2 pm at the Holy New Martyrs Church at 364 Canterbury Tpke. Call 822-6688 for more information.
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April 16, 2009
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Opening Day for The Connecticut Defenders -Take in a baseball game with CT’s hometown Team, The Connecticut Defenders, the Class Double A affiliate of the San Francisco Giants. Best of Luck this season. Call 887-7962 for more information. |
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April 19-May 6, 2009
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Saturday Morning Art Classes 115thAnnual Exhibition -held at Slater Memorial Museum, 108 Crescent St. Call 887-2506 for more information. |
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April 25, 2009
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Vietnam Veteran's Day Ceremony- held at Chelsea Parade from
1:00-2:30 pm. Call Daniel Carr at Norwich Vet Center for more information at 887-1755. |
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April 25, 2009
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Touch A Truck Day - Have some family fun! Large trucks, tractors, and backoes will be on display along with activities for young children and their families. The Children First Norwich/School Readiness Council Collaborative is sponsoring this event from 10 am - 2:00 pm - Event held at Three Rivers College, New London Tpke. Call Sherry Filiatreault at 860-823-3782 for more information. |
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May 6-10, 2009
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Butterfly Pavilion - Chelsea Gardens Foundation, Inc. cordially invites you to a reception on May 6th, from 5:30-7:30 pm for a sneak preview of the Butterfly Pavilion at 309 Otrobando Ave. Tickets are $20 per person. Or visit from 10 am-5 pm from May 7-10. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for children. Call 860-889-2333 for tickets www.chelseagardens.org |
| May 15-June 7, 2009 |
Norwich Art School 119thAnnual Exhibition – featuring a variety of mediums from paintings, photography, sculpture, jewelry, prints & furniture, held at Slater Memorial Museum, 108 Crescent St. Call 887-2506 for more information. |
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May 25, 2009
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Memorial Day Ceremonies - 10:00 am at Memorial Park, Taftville. Parade starts at 2:00 pm at Little Plains. Call 860-908-2104 for ceremony information or 860-908-2104 for parade information |
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June 6-July 5, 2009
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Norwich Semiseptcentennial Celebrations - come celebrate Norwich's 350th Anniversary. Events take place throughout the city during the month long celebration. Check out www.norwichct350.com for a complete schedule. |
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June-August 2009
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Free Friday Summer Concerts - Musical concerts held at the Norwichtown Green and Brown Park Gazebo. Free performances are courtesy of the Sachem Fund, The Music Performance Fund and the NAC. Call 886-4683 for schedule after June 1. |
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June-September 2009
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Afternoons in New England-The Leffingwell House Museum presents craft demonstrations and educational programs for all ages and levels of experience on Saturday afternoons from June-September. Tours of the museum are $5 for Adults and $3 for Sr. and children from noon - 4 pm and by appointment. Call 889-9440 for more information or visit - www.Leffingwellhousemuseum.org |
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June 5, 2009
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Annual Antique & Collectable Live Auction – all kinds of great items at this auction held at the Holy New Martyrs Church, 364 Canterbury Tpke. at 6 pm. Auction starts at 7 pm. Refreshments are available. Call 822-6688 for more information. |
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June 5, 2009
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Dash of Summer 5 K – Celebrate the start of summer with this Annual race sponsored by the YMCA. A 1 mile walk and .5 mile Fun Run for kids will also be held. Races start and end at the YMCA in downtown. Check-in and same-day registration. Call Cheryl at 889-7349 for info or visit www.thelastmileracing.com.
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June 6, 2009
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River Fest – hosted by the Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce. Dragon Boat Racing on the river along with free entertainment, games, magic act and much more. Food vendors, beer & wine also available. Event runs from 9 am-8 pm. For more information or to start a dragon boat team call 887-1647. |
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June 13, 2009
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Connecticut Open House Day – Join the City of Norwich as it celebrates its art, history, film and tourism. Free events take place at the DAR Museum, Norwich Arts Council, Slater Museum and Spirit of Broadway Theater. Call 886-4683 for more information. |
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June 13, 2009
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Juneteenth- A celebration of African-American history in commemoration of the Emancipation Proclamation. Parade, vendors, food and entertainment from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm at Brown Park. Call Jacqueline Owens for info 887-4888. |
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June 17-21, 2009
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American Veteran's Traveling Tribute - Display of memorabilia from conflicts of war from the Civil War to the present including 9/11. Centerpiece of the tribute is the Vietnam Wall Replica measuring 387 ft. long. Call 860-710-6565 for more information. |
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June 20 & 21, 2009
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Chelsea Gardens Foundation Garden Tour - View over 15 outdoor garden spaces through out the Rose City. Event held from 10 am- 4 pm rain or shine. Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 day of event. Call 889-2513 for more information or check out www.chelseagardens.org. |
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July-October 2009
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Farmers Market - Purchase fresh fruit and vegetables grown by local farmers. Markets are held at Brown Park, Chelsea Harbor Dr. on Wednesdays from 11-2 and at Uncas on the Thames-Campbell Building, 401 West Thames St., Mondays & Fridays from 10-1. Call 886-4683 for more information. |
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July 4, 2009
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Independence Day- Celebrate America’s birthday at the Marina and Brown Park. Sparkling rockets light up the night sky synchronized to music from local radio station. Bring a picnic or buy fresh fare offered on the grounds. Great traditional family fun! Starts at dusk (around 8 pm). Contact 886-6363 for more information. |
| July 12, 2009 |
Samuel Huntingtons Birthday - Join the Norwich Historical Society in acknowledging the 278th birthday of the first president of the Congress Assembled of the United States. The First and Second Company of the CT Governor's Foot Guard will participate along with thier musical units in celebrating this event from 2-4 pm at the Norwichtown Green. A symbolic presidential wreath will be placed at the tomb at the historic Norwichtown Cemetery with a procession at approximately 3:30 pm. Call Bill Stanley at 889-9451 for more information.
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| August 9, 2009 |
Summer Slavic Dinner – A summer evening menu of cold pink borsht, stuffed cabbage, mashed potatoes, green beans, fresh pickles, black bread and dessert. Held from 5-7 pm at the Holy New Martyrs Church at 364 Canterbury Tpke. Call 860-822-6688 for more info. |
| August 30, 2009 |
3rd Annual YMCA Rose Pedal Criterium - riders will compete in 10 different categories in separate races on a 1 kilometer closed course in downtown Norwich. Distances/Laps will range from 10 laps to 80 laps. Call Cheryl Hughes at 860-889-7349 for more information. |
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September 10-13, 2009
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Grecian Festival- Enjoy the foods and music of the Greek-American Community in Norwich at their 34th annual festival featuring fresh baked goods, gyro booth and traditional meals. Contact Father Paul at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church at 887-1458. |
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September 11 - October 30, 2009
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Slater Museum - Paul Zimmerman - Exhibition and Auction Sale of his work -Gallery opens September 11 and exhibition runs through October 30th, with the culmination of the Silent Auction and the exciting live auction, sponsored by the Norwich Free Academy Foundation. All of the exhibited work is for sale through the auctions. |
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September 12, 2009
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Taste of Italy- The Italian community in Norwich shares their tasty culinary heritage with the world at this annual event, which also includes bocci games, art exhibit and fireworks. Held at Brown Park. Contact Frank Jacaruso Jr. at 889-0864 for details. |
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September 2009
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Wine & Roses - Annual Wine Tasting Benefit for the Tommy Toy Fund held under the tent at the Marina at American Wharf. Enjoy fine wine, entertainment and hors d'oeuvres from 5:30PM-8:00PM. Call 887-9211 for more information.
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September 19 & 20, 2009
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Mysticats Cat Show - Over 200 purebreed & domestic cats in a 12 ring show with judges from all over the U.S held at Kelly Middle School, 25 Mahan Dr. Helping Paws event to raise money for local rescue and food bank held from 10 am-4 pm. Call 860-434-4328 for more information |
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September 20, 2009
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Family Day– Share your family with your community! Food, fun and games for all including “Harry O Youth Race”. Join the fun from 11 am-4 pm at Mohegan Park. For more information all Sherry Filiatreault at 823-3782. |
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September 20, 2009
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Norwich Auto Show – 24th Annual antique and classic car show held on the grounds of Dodd Stadium, Stott Avenue, Norwich. Activities include auto auction, food vendors and features hundreds of antique, classic cars and enthusiasts! Contact the Chamber of Commerce at 887-1647 for more information. |
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October 2009
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Walktober - 35 towns of the Last Green Valley and the QSHC, Inc. sponsor dozens of guided walks to acquaint residents and visitors with the historical, cultural and natural resources of the National Heritage Corridor.Norwich hosts several interesting walks. Contact (860) 963-7226. |
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October 3, 2009
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Annual Fall Festival & Russian Bazaar - The Orthodox Church of the Holy New Martyrs and Confessors of Russia invite you to get a taste of Russian Culture.Russian food, baked goods, tag sale and more from 9 am–4pm at the church, 364 Canterbury Turnpike. Call 822-6688 for more information. |
| October 3, 2009 |
NFA Classic Band Competition – starts at 6:30 pm featuring several marching bands from the area. For more information call 425-5742. |
| October 3, 2009 |
Holiday Shopping with your Favorite Vendors! - Grace Church, Yantic, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Vendors include Tastefully Simple, Mary Kay, Avon, Pampered Chef, Tupperware, Lia Sophia, Party Lite and more...plus our famous Bake Sale. Free coffee.
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| October 3, 2009 |
Spirit of Broadway Theater presents "Night of 100 Dinners" fundraising event. Please contact Mary Jane Haddad at 860.917.3545 for more information.
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| October 10, 2009 |
Celebrate 100 Years of Bringing the Past to the Future in the Present at the Leffingwell House Museum Tavern Room. Join the Society of the Founders of Norwich, Connecticut from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. - Enjoy cider and cake as you celebrate history come alive!
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October 13, 2009
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RCR Annual Meeting [Tentative] - Spirit of Broadway Theater.
Free of Charge - For more information call 887.3289.
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| October 18, 2009 |
Leffingwell House Museum Fall Festival! - Visit the Leffingwell where there will be Apple and Pumpkin Pie Contests in the colonial kitchen, Traditional and Whimsical Scarecrow Contest on the front lawn, Business Scarecrow Contest on the corner, Traditional Scarecrows crafted by children near the front of the museum and a Cocoa Contest! Ribbons and prizes, fun for all. Visit the website at www.leffingwellhousemuseum.org for details and registration forms.
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October 18, 2009
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Music at Central presents the Providence Mandolin Orchestra, Central Baptist Church, Union Square, Norwich at 3:00 p.m. The concert is free and open to the public with a reception to follow. For more information, call 860.889.8313.
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October 24, 2009
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Lantern Light Graveyard Walk – Join us for a 1- hour Guided Walking Tour at dusk led by ghost hunter Donna Kent featuring The Old Norwichtown Burial Ground & the Norwichtown Green. Or spend the entire day ghost hunting which includes brunch at a haunted restaurant. Reservations & lantern or flashlight required. Call 886-4683 for more information. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the CT Graveyard Association. |
October 30, 2009
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Slater Museum - Paul Zimmerman - Exhibition and Auction Sale of his work - Silent Auction and the exciting live auction, sponsored by the Norwich Free Academy Foundation. All of the exhibited work is for sale by auctions.
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November 6, 2009
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First Friday Norwich!
Please see detailed listing under "Cultural Events" at www.norwichct.org
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| November 8, 2009 |
Music at Central presents the Bluegrass Gospel Project, Central Baptist Church, Union Square, Norwich at 3:00 p.m. The concert is free and open to the public with a reception to follow. For more information, call 860.889.8313
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November 15, 2009
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Annual Autumn Slavic Dinner - The Holy New Martyrs Church invite you to a wonderful autumn meal of hearty slavic foods from 5 pm–7 pm at the church, 364 Canterbury Turnpike. Call 822-6688 for more information.
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November 21, 2009
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Roast Beef Buffet Dinner - Central Baptist Church, Norwich, CT from 4:00 to 6:30 p.m. Adults $10; Youth $4. Reservations are appreciated. For information call 860.889.8313 or visit www.centralbaptistnorwich.com
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November 21 & 22, 2009
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Nutcracker On Ice – 12th annual event held at the Norwich Ice Rink. Call the rink at 892-2555 for more information.
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November 27, 2009
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Light Up City Hall- Illumination of City Hall with visit from Santa and carol singing.Other Winter Festival Events take place throughout December such as a parade, & sale of commemorative Christmas ball. |
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November 28, 2009
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Wacky Hat Contest - Show off your decorated starting at 11:00 am. Prizes will be awarded in various categories. Call 892-1813 for more information. |
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December 4, 2009
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Tommy Toy Fund Fun Run - Join the Mohegan Striders in association with Billy Wilson's Pub running through the streets of downtown Norwich led by Santa Claus. This 1.5 mile loop course starts at Billy Wilson's at 7 pm. Visit www.moheganstriders.org for more information. |
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December 4-26, 2009
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NAC - Annual 6 x 6 Small Holiday Treasures Show - Community artists created work to purchase. Great holiday shopping - call 887-2724 for more information |
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December 6, 2009
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Winterfest– Annual parade starts at Chelsea Parade Grounds at 1:00 pm and proceeds through downtown Norwich.Float trophies will be awarded. For more information or to enter, please call Kathy Relyea at 889-0754. |
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December 19, 2009
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Holy New Martyrs Annual Christmas Cookie & Bake Sale –Festive platters, trays and tins of assorted holiday cookies, candy and sweets.Held from 10 am to 2 pm at 364 Canterbury Turnpike. For information contact 822-6688. |
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Coming in 2010!
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January 3, 2010
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Music at Central presents the Christmas Plus Concert, with the Shoreline Ringers, Central Baptist Church, Union Square, Norwich at 3:00 p.m. The concert is free and open to the public with a reception to follow. For more information, call 860.889.8313. |
May 21, 2010
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Music at Central presents Hector Olivera - Returns!, Central Baptist Church, Union Square, Norwich at 3:00 p.m. The concert is free and open to the public with a reception to follow. For more information, call 860.889.8313 |
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For general information about visiting Norwich
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Please contact the
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Norwich Tourism Office
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(860) 886-4683
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or toll-free at 1-888-4-NORWICH
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| For a regional listing of attractions and events, please visit the Mystic Country website. |
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Click here to visit CT Commission on Culture & Tourism Website
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