Watercolor class slated March 2 at Beacon Falls Senior Center

BEACON FALLS - Enjoy a relaxing, beginner-friendly Watercolor Class with Rich DiCarlo at the Beacon Falls Senior Center, 57 N. Main St.

This hands-on class is designed for those new to watercolor as well as anyone looking to explore painting in a low-pressure, supportive environment.

Participants will learn basic watercolor techniques and enjoy the creative process together. The subject of the painting will be revealed the night of the class, adding an element of surprise and fun.

All experience levels are welcome, and no prior painting experience is necessary.

$8 Material Fee

https://www.eventbrite.com/.../watercolor-class-with-rich...

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TEAM offers free IRS-certified volunteers for income tax preparation help

 

Etched glass workshop on tap Nov. 13 at Beacon Falls Senior Center

Etch a design into a glass bottle using etching cream. The bottle can then be used to make a reed diffuser or decorate with dried flowers. 

Materials will be provided. 

Click the link to register https://www.eventbrite.com/.../etched-glass-workshop...

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Beacon Falls Public Library to host Zentangle workshop at senior center

BEACON FALLS - Join us at the senior center for a fun night of Zentangle on Oct. 30! 

We'll be creating beautiful patterns inspired by the Halloween season. 

This class is open to teens and adults, and is always a blast! 

The senior center is at 57 N. Main St., Beacon Falls.

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Beacon Falls Public Library to hold A History of Huskies Hoops program

BEACON FALLS - It's March Madness, so let's talk about Connecticut's own Huskies! 

Celebrate the history and greatness of the UConn basketball teams with this fun, lively, and enlightening program presented by Beacon Falls Public Library.

It will be hosted by award-winning sportswriter and author Marty Gitlin.

Take a journey from the beginning of the men's and women's programs to the present with video highlights of their greatest teams, players, and events from the turn of the 20th century to today.

The presentation will also feature fun trivia questions for patrons to ponder and answer, as well as a Q&A following. 

This is an ideal program for any UConn basketball fan - men's, women's or both! So join in on the fun!

This program will be held at the Beacon Falls Senior Center, 57 N. Main St.

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Beacon Falls Public Library to hold A History of Huskies Hoops program

BEACON FALLS - It's March Madness, so let's talk about Connecticut's own Huskies! 

Celebrate the history and greatness of the UConn basketball teams with this fun, lively, and enlightening program presented by Beacon Falls Public Library.

It will be hosted by award-winning sportswriter and author Marty Gitlin.

Take a journey from the beginning of the men's and women's programs to the present with video highlights of their greatest teams, players, and events from the turn of the 20th century to today.

The presentation will also feature fun trivia questions for patrons to ponder and answer, as well as a Q&A following. 

This is an ideal program for any UConn basketball fan - men's, women's or both! So join in on the fun!

This program will be held at the Beacon Falls Senior Center, 57 N. Main St.

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Beacon Falls Public Library to host presentation on bobcats at senior center

BEACON FALLS - Learn how to coexist with our neighbor the bobcat in a presentation at Beacon Falls Senior Center, 57 N. Main St.

 Local wildlife expert Paul Colburn will join us with this informative talk and answer your questions about wild cats.

Call Beacon Falls Public Library to RSVP at 203-729-1441 or register on Eventbrite.

This presentation focuses on the history of bobcats in Connecticut, an overview of bobcat habitat, diet, behavior, reproduction, and current research efforts. 

Bobcat artifacts are shared with the audience. Mountain lions are discussed.

Colburn is a 2015 graduate of the Connecticut Master Wildlife Conservationist Program and a certified Master Wildlife Conservationist. 

The MWCP is a Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection adult education program that trains volunteers in the fields of wildlife management, natural history and interpretation. Colburn is a dedicated advocate for wildlife and is passionate about sharing his knowledge with others. 

He is particularly focused on teaching the basics of living responsibly with wildlife. He has provided hundreds of wildlife presentations for a wide variety of public and private organizations in all corners of the state. 

He is a graduate of Wesleyan University and served honorably in the United States Army.

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TEAM needs volunteers for income tax assistance program

TEAM needs YOU!
Volunteers needed NOW through April 2024 to help greet clients and check them into their appointments for our Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program. 

We help about 1,000 households in our community each year file their taxes for FREE and get the maximum refund. 

Please contact jruisi@teaminc.org or call 203-736-5420 x1246 if you are interested in helping out with this impactful program!

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Beacon Falls Public Library to host presentation on estate planning

BEACON FALLS - John Caserta and Amy Crookshank will answer your questions about the Basics of Estate Planning from 6-8 p.m. Dec. 7 at the Senior Center, 57 N. Main St.

Topics covered will include:

-Wills
-Probates
-Taxes
-Trusts
-Gifting
-Insurances

All attendees will receive an Estate Planning Checklist.

Please register at Eventbrite... https://www.eventbrite.com/.../the-basics-of-estate... 

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Beacon Falls Public Library to host presentation on Edgar Allan Poe

Please note that the Nov. 30 library program will now be held in the Beacon Falls Senior Center at 10 Maple Ave. to ensure accessibility for all participants.

There's still time to register! Please call the Library at 203-729-1441 to RSVP, or visit Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/.../the-mysterious-death-of...

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Beacon Falls Public Library to host Halloween themed painting workshop

Join us for this fun redo painting workshop for teens and adults!

Bring a painting that you would like to transform into something new and unique. We will supply the necessary materials including paints and brushes.

Follow the link to register. https://www.eventbrite.com/.../re-do-halloween-themed...

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Teens can learn to make pizza at Beacon Falls Senior Center

 

RSVP is required for this Teen/YA/Adult Program. Call Beacon Falls Public Library to register at 203-729-1441 or visit Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/.../crash-course-cooking-pizza...

The senior center is at 57 N. Main St., Beacon Falls.

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TEAM to offer income tax assistance at 4 locations

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Save the date: Genealogy program slated at Beacon Falls Senior Center

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