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Durham Fair

The largest agricultural fair in Connecticut. Major programs include competitive exhibits for livestock, plant science and personal skills, educational exhibits and demonstrations, a huge juried crafts show, a farm museum, stage entertainment, novelty contests, commercial merchandise, a carnival midway and an entertainment area designed especially for children and lots more

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May 31 - June 3 - 76th Annual Greek Festival, Hartford - Includes authentic Greek food, sweets, pastries, live music, folk dancing, imports, and more. (860) 956-7586 Saint George Greek Orthodox Church (575)

May 31 - June 3 - 30th Annual Bluegrass Festival, Preston - One of the best family festivals in the region, with over 30 hours of live music on stage. (888) 794-7944 Strawberry Park Resort Campground (577)

June 2 - Berlin Blues Festival, East Berlin - The best show in town. Dubbed as "Connecticut's Premier Blue's Festival," thousands will turn out for a day filled with great food, and entertainment. The event is hosted by 106.9 WCCC personality, Beef Stew, and will offer several nationally known acts along with a few local blues bands. (877) 828-0063 Berlin Fairgrounds (580)

June 2 - 30th Annual Art Show, East Hampton - This is a Fine Art Show. No crafts. It is sponsered by the East Hampton Art Association. In case of heavy rain the event will be held at Center School. (860) 267-9859 Congregational Church (581)

June 2 - 3 - 11th Annual Areyto Latino Festival, New Haven - Experience the many sights, sounds, and flavors of the hispanic culture. (203) 393-5500 New Haven Green (582)

June 3 - Happy Birthday Nathan Hale, Coventry - Celebrate the Connecticut state hero, Nathan Hale, with a festive party that includes cake - of course - and musical performances by Mike Kachuba, and the Nathan Hale Fife and Drums. Colonial-life demonstrations, including hearth cooking and textile making, will take place throughout the day as well as hands-on activities for the kids. Party admission is $4 for adults and $2 for children. Special noon tour for new A&L members with a boxed lunch. (860) 247-8996 Nathan Hale Homestead (108)

June 7 - 10 - 11th Annual Blast from the Bayou - Cajun/Zydeco Festival, Preston - Authentic music from Louisiana, with authentic Cajun cuisine, dance instruction, musical workshops, horseback trail ride outings, on-site camp sites, and the use of campground facilities. Admission: $25-$100. (888) 794-7944 Strawberry Park Resort Campground (586)

June 8 - 10 - 28th Annual Sea Music Festival, Mystic - One of the world's premier maritime music events. Featuring workshops, and concerts by world-famous musicians. (888) 973-2767 Mystic Seaport (587)

June 16 - August 25 - 12th Annual Summertime Festival of the Arts, Danbury - The season begins with the Danbury Symphony Orchestra. There will be other performances by the Connecticut Ballet Company, Shakespeare's plays, and many other performing art venues. (203) 792-1711 Town Green (588)

June 16 - 50th Annual Strawberry Festival & Craft Fair, Unionville - Strawberry shortcake and other refreshments, professional crafters, children's games, pony rides, and entertainment. (860) 673-8893 New Horizons Village (590)

June 18 - 24 - Travelers Championship, Cromwell - Don't miss this memorable golfing event! (860) 502-6800 TPC River Highlands (57)

June 22 - August 18 - Norfolk Chamber Music Festival, Norfolk - The tradition continues as the festival presents another season of internationally acclaimed artists and ensembles. (860) 542-3000 Music Shed (592)

June 27 - 10th Annual Family Campfire USA, Glastonbury - Sing songs, tell stories, roast marshmallows, and enjoy a good old-fashioned campfire. (860) 633-8402 Connecticut Audobon Center at Glastonbury (593)

July 12 - 14 - 50th Annual Craft Expo, Guilford - 180 of America's best high-caliber artists display their work. (203) 453-5947 Town Green (1132)

August 1 - Glastonbury Riverfront Music Festival, Glastonbury - Family event featuring Big Shot, a Billy Joel tribute band. (860) 659-3587 Welles Street Riverfront Park (583)

August 23 - 26 - Brooklyn Fair, Brooklyn - One of the oldest, most continuously active, agricultural fairs in the United States. (860) 779-0012 (371)

August 31 - September 3 - 147th Annual Woodstock Fair, Woodstock - The state's second oldest agricultural fair, featuring crafts, lots of food, livestock shows, a petting zoo, free stage shows, a midway, go-kart races, a better living center, vegetables, flowers, strolling entertainers, and much more. (860) 928-3246 Woodstock Fairgrounds (595)

September 9 - Bike the Miles, New Canaan - If you’re a family with diabetes in your life or a serious cyclist this is the event for you! Walk a 5k or see beautiful Connecticut and New York along your 20, 50, 75, or 100 mile bike ride, and then enjoy a celebration rally with food, drinks, raffle prizes, and more! Complimentary goodie bag just for participating. No merchandise purchase necessary. Fundraising is not mandatory but appreciated. (203) 972-1321 South School (43)

September 15 - 16 - 11th Annual Native American Festival, Ridgefield - 10am-6pm. $8.00 adults, $5.00 seniors & kids 6-12, kids under 6 free. More info at 203-438-7146 203-438-7146 (1502)

2008 Events

February 1 - Puppet Fest 2008, Bristol - You will see delightful min puppet shows and interact with puppet "walk-abouts. (1554)

February 2 - Big Band Blast, Hartford - Get ready to swing to sentimental sounds of America's great big bands, performed by the Hartford Symphony Orchestra. (860) 244-2999 Bushnell Center for Performing Arts (1556)

February 19 - February 21 - Winter Wonderment, Old Lyme - Each day brings a different activity. Creative gallery activities, special performances, workshops. (860) 434-5542 Florence Griswold Museum (1550)

February 18 - February 22 - Especially For Kids, Montville - Free summer-camp themed games, crafts and more for the whole family. Camp Monty (1553)

February 23 - Winter Blues Fest, Windham - Dance away those winter blues with bands performing1940s swing, swamp pop, and rhythm and blues. (860) 456-1573 (1551)

March 17 - Jamie O'Rourke and the Big Potato, Wethersfield - Tots and Moms program. This Irish folktale follows the laziest man in Ireland and his encounter with a leprechaun, who gives him a seed to plant the largest potato in the world. Participants will make a shamrock headband and concoct green pudding for a snack. Reservations. (1555)

March 29 - April 19 - Seal Cruise, Essex - Join CT. Audubon Society on a cruise to view various seal species in Long Island Sound. (860)767-0660 (2017)

March 29 - April 19 - Osprey Cruise, Essex - Join us on a boat trip on the Ct. River as we view Osprey in their natural habitat. (860) -767-0660 (2018)

April 12 - Osprey Cruise, Essex - Join us on a boat trip on the Ct. River as we view Osprey in their natural habitat. (860)767-0660 (2019)

April 19 - 14th Annual Earth Day Celebration, Woodbury - FREE, rain or shine outside and under the tents. This year's theme is Earth Household. (203)262-0673 X 360 (2007)

April 25 - 27 - Weekend in Cape May, Essex - Join us at one of the top ten birding spots in the country as birds migrate to historic Cape May. (860)767-0660 (2023)

April 26 - Birding in Central Park, Essex - Join us on a Spring trip to Central Park, NYC's ultimate Bird Sanctuary. Bring binocs and enjoy. (860)767-0660 (2020)

May 10 - Mother's Day Craft Fair, West Haven - Artists & Crafters from throughout New England. Food & Games 10-6 rain or shine. (203) 733-6560 (1936)

May 15 - Streetfest, Willimantic, - Every third Thursday from May to October, thousands of people from far and wide stroll along Main Street Willimantic amid a background of musical, theatrical, visual and olfactory delights. 860-456-1573 Main Street Willimantic (1552)

May 17 - Dancing thru the Decades, New Britain - An evening of fun, food & the Glamour Girls, enjoy a buffet and dancing to music from past decades. (860) 409- 7350 Central Connecticut State University (2083)

June 21 - Derby Day 2008, Derby - Shop talented crafters, enjoy live music, great food and fun! 10 -5 rain or shine. (203) 732-0286 (1788)

June 27 - 9th Annual Ice Cream Social, Woodbury - 100% of your $5.00 donation supports Safe Haven's shelter for victims of domestic violence. (203)262-0673 ext. 360 New Morning Natural & Organic Store (2693)

July 2 - Milford Fireworks & Concert with Idols Josh Gracin, Milford - General $ 1.00 Kids Under 10 Free Food Tents, Fireworks & Concert VIP Reserved & Dinner $ 50.00 203-331-2052 (2880)

July 20 - Benefit Concert - Danbury Child Advocacy Center, Danbury - 4 bands hosting benefit concert from 1 to 6 pm. Bands are from area, well known, and have played large venues around CT. Classic/Progressive rock. Well executed and unique covers and originals. (2900)

August 29 - September 1 - 148th Annual Woodstock Fair, Woodstock - The Woodstock Fair is a Harvest Celebration; it's a Homecoming; it's Fun, Educational, and Entertaining. It's an Institution of it's very own." We invite you to look around the website and we hope you find its contents enjoyable and informative. The Woodstock fairgrounds (1549)

September 6 - 7 - Suffield on the Green and Craft Fair, Suffield - Community Fair with bands, bounce house, food, and local orgs. Craft Fair with original works. (860) 668-4221 (1500)

September 13 -14 - 2008 Native American Festival, Ridgefield - Native American Festival, 10am-6pm. $10 adults, $5 seniors & kids. 203-438-7146 Ballard Park (2975)

September 26 - 28 - Durham Fair, Durham - The largest agricultural fair in Connecticut. Major programs include competitive exhibits for livestock, plant science and personal skills, educational exhibits and demonstrations, a huge juried crafts show, a farm museum, stage entertainment, novelty contests, commercial merchandise, a carnival midway and an entertainment area designed especially for children and lots more (860) 349-9495 Durham Fairgrounds (172)

September 28 - Autumn in the Park, Stafford Springs - A one day art festival held in beautiful Hyde Park. Food, entertainment and more! (860) 684-9500 (2776)

October 11 - The Great Danbury Fair Crafts Fair!, Danbury - Regional artists & crafters, music, food and historical fair memorabilia for all! (203) 733-6560 (1787)

October 11 -12 - Reflections of Women, Past and Present, Stafford Springs - Celebrating women's achievements in art, music and theater. (860) 684-9500 (2777)

October 16,17,18,23,24,25 - Ol Saybrook Fire Dept Halloween Haunted Hayride, Old Saybrook - Possessed tractor-hay wagon leads into deep, dark, demented woods of Scary Old SayBrook. 860-395-5550 (3295)

November 8 - 9 - New Haven Arts & Crafts Show, New Haven - A juried arts & crafts Show to benefit New Haven Legal Assistance. (203)946-4811 (2786)

2009 Events

February 7 - March 7 - Eagle Watches on the Connecticut River, Madison - Each winter the bald eagle make their way down the Connecticut River. Land-based guided tour of several sites along the River, bring binoculars. Followed by a luncheon in tavern. Call ahead. Admission: $20 (includes lunch). (203) 245-9056 The Audubon Shop (3376)

February 7 - 8 - Greenwich Symphony Orchestra, Greenwich - Classical orchestra concert by 85-member professional orchestra. Program includes Mozart, Mendelsshon, and Shostakovich. Admission: $10-$30. (203) 869-2664 Greenwich High School (3382)

February 12 - 15 - Romantic Chocolate Festival, Willimantic - Lovers, cupids, and friends sample chocolates in all shapes and sizes. Live stage performances, chocolate bake-off, tastings, ice sculpting, and more. Admission: Most events are free. (860) 450-1794 (3377)

February 14 - 15 - Connecticut Audubon Society Eagle Festival, Essex - Celebration of the return of the bald eagles to the unfrozen waters of the Connecticut River. The town is transformed by the festival with games, crafts, music, lectures, eagle-viewing from land-based sites and boat trips. (860) 767-0660 Various locations (3381)

February 18 - Winterfest, New Britain - Ice skating, sledding, food, pony rides, bonfire, music, ice sculpture demonstration, jugglers. (860) 826-3360 Stanley Quarter Park (3378)

February 21 - Winter Blues Fest, Willimantic - Dance away those winter blues with bands performing 1940s swing, swamp pop, and rhythm and blues. (860) 456-1573 Elk's Club (3379)

February 28 - Banff Mountain Film Festival, Glastonbury - Mountaineers, environmentalists and documentary filmmakers from around the world submit their latest films to judged. Winning films travel to several hundred cities around the world. Admission: $15. (860) 633-8402 Smith School (3380)

March 27 - 29 - Sugar Loaf Crafts Festival, Hartford - Join us for this unique Festival. 800-210-9900 Connecticut Expo Center (3238)

May 21 - Winter Blues fest, Windham - Dance away those winter blues with bands performing 1940s swing, swamp pop, and rhythm and blues. 860-456-1573 (3383)

July 30 - August 2 - Podunk Bluegrass Music Festival, East Hartford - Join us for another great Bluegrass Festival. Martin Park (3237)

August 28 - September 1 - 149th Annual Woodstock Fair, Woodstock - The Woodstock Fair is a Harvest Celebration; it's a Homecoming; it's Fun, Educational, and Entertaining. It's an Institution of it's very own." We invite you to look around the website and we hope you find its contents enjoyable and informative. (860) 928-3246 The Woodstock fairgrounds (2978)

September 4 - 7 - Haddam Neck Fair, Haddam Neck - Join us for another great year! 860-267-5922 (3240)

September 10 - 13 - North Haven Fair, North Haven - Mark your calendar for another great fair! 203-239-3700 The Fairgrounds are located on Washington Ave. (3241)

September 11 - 13 - The 2009 Bethlehem Fair, Bethlehem - 203-266-5350 (3239)

September 25 - 27 - The Durham Agricultural Fair, Durham - 860-349-9495 (3384)