BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Connecticut River Museum - ECPv6.3.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Connecticut River Museum X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Connecticut River Museum REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190606T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190606T170000 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190605T200239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190806T214936Z UID:153-1559829600-1559840400@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:RiverFare 2019 DESCRIPTION:The unofficial kickoff to summer on the Shoreline\, Connecticut River Museum’s annual fundraiser RiverFare is a gourmet food and drink tasting event on the Museum’s riverfront lawn. Numerous local caterers and restaurants vendors provide delicious samples of their culinary talents for patrons\, as well as tastings from breweries and wineries of the River Valley. A full cash bar\, music\, and silent auction offering all sorts of great items and experiences! All proceeds benefit the Connecticut River Museum. Tickets are $60 ($65 at the door). \nPurchase tickets online:  https://shop.ctrivermuseum.org/collections/events URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/riverfare-2019/ LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Fundraisers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctrivermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/riverFare.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190705 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190909 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190711T205733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190905T194602Z UID:809-1562356800-1567972799@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:Paddle Program - Come Paddle With Us! DESCRIPTION:Explore the North\, Middle\, South Coves\, and Nott Island on Kayaks\, Stand Up Paddle Boards (SUPs)\, and Canoes.\nThe 2 hour paddle price includes your vessel\, a laminated map to show you the best spots to paddle\, and a Personal Flotation Device (pfd). These paddles are self -guided. \nAdmission to the museum is only $5 with price of paddle!  \nBook Your Paddle Today! \nCome paddle during the week – just give 48 hours notice. \nPrivate Paddle Tours with our Education staff are available. These paddles must be booked in advance.  Please contact the Director of Education\, Suzanne Burns\, for pricing and information. 860-767-8269\, ext  113 or email sburns@ctrivermuseum.org. \nPlan Your Paddle! \nJune: Saturday and Sunday – 8 am\, 10 am\, and 2 pm\nJuly and August: Saturday and Sunday – 8 am\, 10 am\, 12 pm\, and 2 pm\nSeptember and October: Saturday and Sunday – 10 am\, 12 pm\, and 2 pm \nEach paddle is 2 hours. \nSingle Kayak\, Stand Up Paddle Board (SUP)/ $25 member\, $35 nonmember \nTandem Kayak\, Canoe/ $35 member\, $45 nonmember \nBook Your Paddle Today! URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/paddle-program/ LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctrivermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/salmon-river-paddle-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190707 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190713 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190701T174215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190712T045126Z UID:306-1562529600-1562961599@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:Finding the First Americans DESCRIPTION:July 8th-12th (ages 9- 12)\nLearn how to make a dugout canoe\, cook on the open fire\, make a wigwam model\, learn about different ways to catch and find your food\, create pottery and other containers\, plant a 3 sisters garden and more. Located at historic Bushnell Farm in Old Saybrook. \nRegister below for Finding the First Americans. If you are a Connecticut River Museum Family Member or above\, please select member pricing and enter your member number in the notes at checkout. If you would like information about joining the Museum\, please click here. URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/finding-the-first-americans/ LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Exhibits,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctrivermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Finding_the_first_American_2400x.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190711T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190711T153000 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190706T153732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190711T204508Z UID:480-1562851800-1562859000@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:Thursdays on the Dock – Crosstracks DESCRIPTION:BLUEGRASS AND MORE! Featuring New England Cider Company \nJoin us for Thursdays on the Dock\, a series of free concerts on the Museum’s riverfront lawn. The museum’s cash bar offers beer and wine\, and Porky Pete’s BBQ will be onsite with grilled fare. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a different local act each week! No BYOB please. \nTo start our summer season off right\, this week’s performer is Crosstracks\, an Americana band. They play blues\, folk\, jug\, bluegrass\, old (real) country\, and all points in between.  Our featured beverage tasting company is New England Cider Company. And enjoy free massages offered by the team from Prive Swiss Wellness. \nSponsored by Prive Swiss Wellness URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/thursdays-on-the-dock-crosstracks/ LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctrivermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/crosstracks-band-photo-2019.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190713T050000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190713T123000 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190706T160019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190711T203229Z UID:483-1562994000-1563021000@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:Vintage Treasures – Antique & Classic Boat Show DESCRIPTION:The Southern New England Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society holds their 35th annual “Vintage Treasures” show at the Connecticut River Museum on Saturday\, July 13th! A must see for any fans of classic boats and cars. Free to the public. \nThe vessel Valentine\, a 1929\, 50 foot Elco\, will join us this year in celebration of her 90th birthday. This is sure to be a special sight gracing our docks. \nBoats will be docked at the Museum docks\, and displayed on the lawn. Check under the tent for the display of amazing models by the Mystic Seaport Ship Modelers and the “tea cup” auction. \nIf you are interested in registering your antique or classic boat\, please download and submit the attached forms to the SNEC Chapter. URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/vintage-treasures-antique-classic-boat-show/ LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Exhibits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctrivermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/ACBS.banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190714 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190720 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190701T181811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190712T043502Z UID:324-1563134400-1563566399@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:Return to Colonial Life Camp DESCRIPTION:July 15 – 19 (ages 9 – 12) \nHave you survived Colonial Life Camp? Are you ready to travel back to the past? Become a member of a colonial community\, try your hand at farming activities\, woodworking projects\, a school day and cook an entire meal on the open hearth. (Participation in Colonial Life Camp not required.) Located at historic Bushnell Farm in Old Saybrook. \nRegister here for Return to Colonial Life Camp. If you are a Connecticut River Museum Family Member or above\, please select member pricing and enter your member number in the notes at checkout.  If you would like information about joining the Museum\, please click here.  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/return-to-colonial-life-camp/ LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States CATEGORIES:Camps,Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctrivermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/SAC-RET-NM-2_2400x.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190714 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190720 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190701T180336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190712T043738Z UID:314-1563134400-1563566399@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:Colonial Survival Camp DESCRIPTION:July 15 – 19 (ages 6-8)\nTravel back in time and discover what life was like on a colonial farm. Build a timber frame structure\, learn to weave\, cook on an open hearth\, plant a garden\, play colonial games and more! Located at historic Bushnell Farm in Old Saybrook. \nRegister here for the Colonial Survival Camp. If you are a Connecticut River Museum Family Member or above\, please select member pricing and enter your member number in the notes at checkout.  If you would like information about joining the Museum\, please click here.  \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/colonial-survival-camp/ LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States CATEGORIES:Camps,Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctrivermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/SAC-COL-M-2_2400x.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190718T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190718T153000 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190706T153133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190711T204331Z UID:475-1563456600-1563463800@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:Thursdays on the Dock – Geoffrey Kaufman DESCRIPTION:Join us for Thursdays on the Dock\, a series of free concerts on the Museum’s riverfront lawn. The museum’s cash bar offers beer and wine\, and Porky Pete’s BBQ will be onsite with grilled fare. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a different local act each week! No BYOB please. \nSongs of the sea\, songs of the earth\, songs of the heart and the spirit—all of these are in Geoff Kaufman‘s ditty bag. Ancient ballads\, work songs\, and songs of love; poignant songs of people in struggle\, humorous glimpses of human foibles\, and insights into history—all of these are likely to be woven into one of Geoff’s concerts. \nAnd enjoy free massages offered by the team from Prive Swiss Wellness. \nSponsored by Prive Swiss Wellness URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/thursdays-on-the-dock-geoffrey-kaufman/ LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctrivermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Geoffrey-Kaufman-Band-Pic-2019-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190722T040000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190726T130000 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190702T191244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190712T045250Z UID:336-1563768000-1564146000@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:Digging Into the Past Camp DESCRIPTION:July 22 – 26 (ages 9- 12) \nWhat treasures lie buried beneath us? What clues do they reveal about the past? This week we learn about the science of archaeology as we discover the history of the River Valley. Learn how to conduct an excavation\, find out how artifacts talk to us\, explore a cemetery\, visit an island and more! Located at the Museum campus in Essex. \nRegister below for Digging Into the Past Camp. If you are a Connecticut River Museum Family Member or above\, please select member pricing and enter your member number in the notes at checkout. If you would like information about joining the Museum\, please click here. URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/digging-into-the-past-camp/ LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States CATEGORIES:Camps,Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctrivermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/SAC-DIG-NM-2_2400x.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190725T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190725T153000 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190706T160350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190711T204035Z UID:486-1564061400-1564068600@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:Thursdays on the Dock – Butter Jones DESCRIPTION:Join us for Thursdays on the Dock\, a series of free concerts on the Museum’s riverfront lawn. The museum’s cash bar offers beer and wine\, and Porky Pete’s BBQ will be onsite with grilled fare. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a different local act each week! No BYOB please. \nButter Jones is a unique blend of indie rock\, Americana\, and a dash of jam band. It’s the sound of four musicians creating as one.  Powered by three songwriters who let their influences fly and inspiration take the music. \nOur featured beverage tasting company is Fishers Island Lemonade Company.  And enjoy free massages offered by the team from Prive Swiss Wellness. \nSponsored by Prive Swiss Wellness URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/thursdays-on-the-dock-butter-jones/ LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctrivermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Butter-Jones-Band-Pic-2019.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190726T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190726T160000 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190706T160848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190711T203336Z UID:489-1564151400-1564156800@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:Deep River Cemetery Tour DESCRIPTION:Free to Members of Deep River Historical Society and CRM members \nFountain Hill Cemetery\n57 High Street\nDeep River\, CT 06417 \nJoin Connecticut River Museum Curator Amy Trout and Deep River Historical Society Curator Rhonda Forristall to explore the Fountain Hill Cemetery in Deep River.  The tour will highlight the legend of the XYZ bank robber and the mysterious woman who visited his grave.  Be prepared to learn about other curiosities and notables buried there as well! \n6:30 pm – 8:00 pm. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a water bottle.  Space is limited. Pre-registration is required.  Register Here! URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/deep-river-cemetery-tour-2/ LOCATION:Fountain Hill Cemetery\, 57 High Street\, Deep River\, CT\, 06417\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Exhibits,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctrivermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/xyz-bank-robber-gravestone.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190801T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190801T153000 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190706T162016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190801T233231Z UID:492-1564666200-1564673400@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:Thursdays on the Dock – Tiny Ocean DESCRIPTION:Join us for Thursdays on the Dock\, a series of free concerts on the Museum’s riverfront lawn. The museum’s cash bar offers beer and wine\, and Porky Pete’s BBQ will be onsite with grilled fare. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a different local act each week! No BYOB please. \nTiny Ocean is an Americana\, indie folk group.  While you are here\, enjoy free massages offered by the team from Prive Swiss Wellness. \nSponsored by Prive Swiss Wellnessand Connecticut Dock and Dredge URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/thursdays-on-the-dock-tiny-ocean/ LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctrivermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Tiny-Ocean-Band-Pic-2019.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190804T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190804T073000 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190605T201951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190802T003625Z UID:170-1564898400-1564903800@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:Myths and Legends Onrust Brunch DESCRIPTION:Join Connecticut River Museum Curator Amy Trout on a morning sail on the Onrust. Discover the Myths and Legends of the Connecticut River Valley!\nEnjoy the sights of the River! \nLight continental style breakfast served. Space is limited – Preregistration is required. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/myths-and-legends-onrust-brunch/ LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctrivermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/onrust.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190808T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190808T153000 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190706T163215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190801T233314Z UID:495-1565271000-1565278200@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:Thursdays on the Dock- Local Honey DESCRIPTION:Join us for Thursdays on the Dock\, a series of free concerts on the Museum’s riverfront lawn. The Museum’s cash bar offers beer and wine\, and Porky Pete’s BBQ will be onsite with grilled fare. Our featured drink tasting is Two Roads Brewing this evening.  Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a different local act each week! No BYOB please. \nSponsored by Prive Swiss Wellnessand Connecticut Dock and Dredge URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/thursdays-on-the-dock-local-honey/ LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctrivermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Local-Honey-Band-Pic-2019.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190810T040000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190810T110000 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190605T201323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200601T144824Z UID:163-1565409600-1565434800@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:Conquer the Current Paddle Regatta 2019 DESCRIPTION:The Connecticut River Museum’s THIRD annual downriver paddle regatta to benefit the Museum’s education programs will take place on August 10th\, 2019 from 8:00 – 3:00. The Regatta is open to all paddle craft: canoes\, kayaks\, stand up paddle boards and rowboats! \nThis year will feature 3 race routes:\n1. Essex Harbor Recreation Race: The new 3 mile race starts at Pettipaug Yacht Club in Essex and finishes in front of the Connecticut River Museum $45 registration per person\, $75 for tandem kayaks and canoes. \n2. Eagle Landing Race: The 9 mile race starts at Eagle Landing State Park in Haddam and finishes in front of the Connecticut River Museum in Essex. $60 registration per person\, $85 for tandem kayaks and canoes. \n3. Arrigoni Bridge Distance Race: This 23 mile points race starts at the Yankee Boat Yard\, 54 Riverview St\, Portland\, CT 06480 and finishes in front of the Connecticut River Museum in Essex. $75 registration per person\, $130 for tandem kayaks and canoes. \nThe races are open all age 16 and over\, with classes for SUP\, Kayak\, Canoe and Open. Both races are fully staffed with support and safety boats. Youth ages 12-15 are welcome to participate with a registered participating adult. The races will be followed by awards on the Museum lawn\, lunch and activities. \nWe recommend participants carpool or find alternate modes of transportation back to their cars. The race committee nor the Connecticut River Museum will provide transportation.  To help with carpooling\, cars can be left on the upper lawn of the CT River Museum starting Friday evening.  There will be a roped off section on the the upper lawn where boats/ boards/ etc can be stored after the race while participants enjoy the post race festivities. \nPlease consider bringing a refillable water bottle! We will have drinking water on site and would like to make this event as environmentally friendly as possible! \nRegistration for the event will be through paddleguru.com    Questions?  Call 860-767-8269\, ext 110 or crm@ctrivermuseum.org. \nA detailed Race Sheet will be sent with the daily schedule close to the regatta date. URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/conquer-the-current-paddle-regatta/ LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctrivermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/paddleRegatta.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190811 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190813 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190702T192529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190812T224533Z UID:342-1565553600-1565639999@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:River Rangers Camp DESCRIPTION:August 12 – 16 (ages 9 – 12) \nExploration and adventure await when you join the River Rangers and challenge yourself to find out all you can about the River. Spend each day in coves\, on islands and on the water\, collecting samples\, conducting experiments\, and building a study lab at the Museum. Located at the Museum campus in Essex. \nRegister below for River Rangers Camp. If you are a Connecticut River Museum Family Member or above\, please select member pricing and enter your member number in the notes at checkout.  If you would like information about joining the Museum\, please click here.  URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/river-rangers-camp/ LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States CATEGORIES:Camps,Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctrivermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/SAC-RIVR-NM-2_2400x.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190815T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190815T153000 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190706T164933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190801T233341Z UID:503-1565875800-1565883000@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:Thursdays on the Dock- USCG Dixieland Jazz Band DESCRIPTION:Join us for Thursdays on the Dock\, a series of free concerts on the Museum’s riverfront lawn. The museum’s cash bar offers beer and wine\, and Porky Pete’s BBQ will be onsite with grilled fare. Our featured drink vendor this evening is Fisher’s Island Lemonade.  Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a different local act each week! No BYOB please. \nThis evening’s concert will feature the United States Coast Guard’s Dixieland Jazz Band.  The Dixieland Jazz Band has entertained audiences across America\, in the former Soviet Union and in England\, performing classic jazz\, blues and rags with a New Orleans flavor. \nSponsored by Prive Swiss Wellness and Connecticut Dock and Dredge URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/thursdays-on-the-dock-uscg-dixieland-jazz-band/ LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctrivermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/USCG-Dixie-Band-e1430665240660.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190820T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190820T190000 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190605T200702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190821T004835Z UID:158-1566322200-1566327600@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:River Monsters and other Fish Tales DESCRIPTION:August 20\, 2019\n5:30 – 7:00 pm \nHear Connecticut River Conservancy Executive Director Andy Fisk share his story of Connie the River Monster.  See firsthand proof of her existence and learn of other legendary fish tales. \nPrior to joining CRC in May 2011\, Andy served as Director of the Land and Water Quality Bureau at the Maine Department of Environmental Protection for seven years. As Maine’s land and water quality director\, Andy had extensive experience with a range of state and federal environmental quality statutes. He worked with municipalities\, industry\, and citizens to develop\, finance\, and implement clean water requirements that eliminated algae blooms\, sewer overflows and maintained stream and river flows. He was also actively involved in enacting and implementing scientifically-based protections for hundreds of thousands of acres of significant wildlife habitats for tidal and inland waterfowl as well as protections for vernal pools. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/river-monsters-and-other-fish-tales/ LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Exhibits,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctrivermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/serpent1-small-reduced-1-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190822T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190822T153000 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190706T170322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190801T233426Z UID:508-1566480600-1566487800@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:Thursdays on the Dock – Longsplice! DESCRIPTION:Join us for Thursdays on the Dock\, a series of free concerts on the Museum’s riverfront lawn. The museum’s cash bar offers beer and wine\, and Porky Pete’s BBQ will be onsite with grilled fare. New England Cider Company is our Featured Tasting this evening. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a different local act each week! No BYOB please. \nSponsored by Prive Swiss Wellnessand Connecticut Dock and Dredge URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/thursdays-on-the-dock-rick-spencer/ LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctrivermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/longsplice.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190829T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190829T153000 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190706T170625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190827T230219Z UID:511-1567085400-1567092600@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:Thursdays on the Dock – Ramblin’ Dan Stevens DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, August 29\, 2019\n5:30 – 7:30 pm\nJoin us this week for music with Ramblin Dan Stevens\, gorgeous views of the River\, food with Porky Pete’s BBQ and FREE massages with Prive-Swiss Wellness. \nNo BYOB please. Thursday’s on the Dock take place every Thursday from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.\, July through September 5 on the Museum’s historic waterfront. \nThursdays on the Dock is Sponsored by Prive-Swiss Wellness and Connecticut River Dock and Dredge. URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/thursdays-on-the-dock-ramblin-dan-stevens/ LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctrivermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Ramblin-Dan-Stevens.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190903T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190903T160000 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190815T232844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190830T002822Z UID:1007-1567515600-1567526400@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:CT River Museum Annual Swallow Paddle DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, September 3\, 2019\n5:00 – 8:00 pm\nThis sunset paddle on the Connecticut River will give us a unique opportunity to see one of Natures’ most amazing avian spectacles\, the swirling masses of up to 400\,000 Tree Swallow performing their nightly aerial ballet. Each year in late summer Tree Swallows from all over southern New England begin to amass on the Connecticut River to feed on insects and prepare for their eventual southern migration. Every night through September they collect above the marshes at the mouth of the River and swirl overhead in a massive flock that undulates in choreographed waves and vortices until just after sunset when the whole flock descends like a collapsing tornado into the tall grass marshes to roost for the night. Many people are so awestruck by this phenomenon that they spontaneously burst into applause. Roger Tory Peterson called it the “most amazing avian spectacle” he’d ever witnessed. \nWe meet at the Pilgrim Landing boat launch in Old Lyme\, between 5 and 5:30 to unload canoes and kayaks. After vessels are unloaded we will car pool to the commuter lot one quarter of a mile away because there are only 6 parking spaces at the boat launch. This slight inconvenience is a necessity to ensure everyone’s safety. From the boat launch we will paddle a short distance to Calves Island where we will assemble until everyone has arrived and then we will paddle up river to view the swallows. After the swallows descend into the marsh we will paddle back to the boat launch as a group. This is important because darkness will be approaching. \nCRM vessels are not available for rent for this program as all paddle staff is offsite. \nFree to members\, $8 for non members \nMEMBERS RESERVE HERE! \nNON-MEMBERS RESERVE HERE! \nFor more information\, call 860-767-8269 or go to museum’s website at www.ctrivermuseum.org. \nThe boat launch address is Pilgrim Landing Boat Launch\, Pilgrim Landing Road\, Old Lyme.  Plan to meet there between 5 and 5:30. \nThe Connecticut River Museum is a private\, non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the natural and cultural heritage of the Connecticut River and surrounding valley region. \nReservations required. URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/ct-river-museum-annual-swallow-paddle/ LOCATION:Pilgrim Landing Boat Launch\, Pilgrim Landing Road\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371\, United States CATEGORIES:Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctrivermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/swallows-boats-sunset.ESistare.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190905T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190905T153000 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190706T171610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190905T194344Z UID:515-1567690200-1567697400@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:Thursdays on the Dock – Small Pond All Stars DESCRIPTION:September 5\, 2019\n5:30 – 7:30 pm\nSmall Pond All Stars and drinks tasting with Two Roads Brewing \nSince 2010\, Thursday’s on the Dock have become the unofficial start to the summer weekend.  The free concert series features a different band each night and the panoramic views of the River. \nThursday’s on the Dock take place every Thursday from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.\, July 5 through September 5 on the Museum’s historic waterfront. \nIn addition to the lively music and drinks tastings\, a cash bar is available.  Two Roads Brewing is our Featured Drinks tasting this evening.  Porky Pete’s BBQ will be serving food and the Prive-Swiss Wellness will offer complimentary massages. Please no BYOB. \nSponsored by Prive-Swiss Wellness   and Connecticut Dock and Dredge URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/thursdays-on-the-dock-small-pond-all-stars/ LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ctrivermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/totd2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190907T050000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190907T060000 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190605T205650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190826T210248Z UID:183-1567832400-1567836000@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:Moodus Noises Hike at Machimoodus DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 7\, 2019\n9:00 am\nJoin Connecticut River Museum Coordinator of Education and Naturalist\, Steve Sarnoski and town resident Alison Guiness for a hike at Machimoodus State Park. Visit the areas where the famed Moodus Noises have originated and learn the stories behind what causes them. \nWear comfortable walking shoes and bring a water bottle. \nSpace is limited. Preregistration required. \nBoth Members and Non Members – Please print out your receipt to present for admission. \nMembers Click Here to Register \nNon Members Click Here to Register URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/moodus-noises-hike-at-machimoodus/ LOCATION:Machimoodus State Park\, 128 Leesville Road\, Moodus\, CT\, 06469\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Exhibits,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctrivermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/moodusNoisesHike.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190915T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190915T120000 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190815T224330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190827T203124Z UID:999-1568541600-1568548800@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:Pratt and Post Cove Paddle DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, September 15\, 2019\n2:00 – 4:00 pm\nConnecticut River Museum staff will lead a guided paddle in Deep River’s Pratt and Post Coves. Bring your own canoe or kayak and explore this rare freshwater tidal marsh\, recognized for its exceptional environmental importance. Guides will discuss the natural and cultural history of the Coves and help identify the abundant wildlife that visit or call the coves home. \nCRM vessels are not available for rent for this program as all paddle staff is offsite. \nFree to members\, $8 for non members \nMEMBERS RESERVE HERE! \nNON-MEMBERS RESERVE HERE! \nFor more information\, call 860-767-8269 or go to museum’s website at www.ctrivermuseum.org. \nThe boat launch address is 112 Essex Street\, Deep River\, CT 06417.  Plan to meet there between 1:30 and 1:45. \nThe Connecticut River Museum is a private\, non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the natural and cultural heritage of the Connecticut River and surrounding valley region. \nReservations required. URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/pratt-and-post-cove-paddle/ CATEGORIES:Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctrivermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Wild-Rice-Plant-Cove-zizaqu6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190921T043000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190921T140000 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190819T215133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190906T192135Z UID:1025-1569040200-1569074400@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:Myths & Legends of the Connecticut River Valley - A Symposium DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 21\, 2019\n8:30 am – 6:00 pm\nRegistration Cost $35\, Student Rate $25\nOptional Onrust Sail\, additional $30 \n  \nA Symposium at the Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT 06426 \n8:30 – 9:00 am\nRegistration/Sign In \n9:15 – 10:15 am\nKeynote Speaker: Prof. Walt Woodward\, University of Connecticut &\nConnecticut State Historian on “CT Legends and History” \nBreak \n10:30 – 11:30 am\nPowers of Darkness speaker: Prof. Michael Bell on“Vampirism in New England” \nBreak \n11:45 – 12:30 am\nBallads & Folk songs: The Band of Steady Habits “Handed Down in Song” \n12:45 – 1:45 pm\nLunch on the North Deck \n2:00 – 3:00 pm\nSupernatural Wonders Speaker: Prof. Peter Dendle\, Penn State\, “River\, Lake and Sea Monster of New England: The Fluidity of Science in History” \n3:15 – 4:00 pm\nPopular Culture: Sharon A. Hill\, Independent Researcher\, “Modern Paranormal Investigation: From Spooky Stories to Sciencey Spectacles” \nBreak \n4:15 – 4:45 pm\nBallads & folk songs: Joseph Morneault & Dave Littlefield\n& Refreshments on the Dock \n4:45 – 6:00 pm\nOnrust sail (optional) \nTours of the Myths & Legends exhibit available throughout the day! \n\nRegister Online Here! \nQuestions\, please email Allison Insall at ainall@ctrivermuseum.org URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/myths-legends-of-the-connecticut-river-valley-a-symposium/ LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States CATEGORIES:Events,Public Programs,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ctrivermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190923T040000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190923T130000 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190923T235153Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190923T235926Z UID:1787-1569211200-1569243600@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:Homeschool Program: Fishing Mini Series\, Session Four DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, November 5\n10:00 – 12:30 pm \nWhy do some fish live in saltwater or freshwater?  Why do fish have different numbers of fins? Fish vary greatly in size\, shape and range.  We will take a closer look at the anatomy of fish through fish dissection.  Afterwards we will create Gyotaku (fish Printing)\, and squeeze in some autumn fishing. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \n  URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/homeschool-program-fishing-mini-series-session-four/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190924T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190924T083000 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190919T212653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190919T213903Z UID:1767-1569304800-1569313800@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:Homeschool Program: Fishing Mini Series\, Session One DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, September 24\, 2019\n10:00 am – 12:30 pm \nToday we will learn the basics of fishing equipment. Identify the types of rods & reels\, learn how to cast and attempt knot tying. Then try out our fishing skills on the museum docks. Please feel free to bring your own gear to the program. \nClick on the following link to register: \nhttps://shop.ctrivermuseum.org/collections/homeschool/products/homeschool-september-24-2019-fishing-1-registration URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/homeschool-program-fishing-mini-series/ LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States CATEGORIES:Homeschool ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctrivermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/IMG_6301.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190928T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190928T130000 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190826T213856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190904T005919Z UID:1046-1569664800-1569675600@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:Source to Sea Cleanup DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 28\, 2019\n2:00 pm\nWe are participating in the 23rd Annual Source to Sea Cleanup!\nThe Source to Sea Cleanup is an annual trash cleanup of the Connecticut River system – rivers\, streams\, parks\, boat launches\, trails and more. Each fall\, thousands of volunteers of all ages and abilities head out to places of their choice all along the four-state watershed (NH\, VT\, MA\, CT) to clean the Connecticut River and its tributaries on foot or by boat. \n\n\nIn 2018\, more than 2\,800 volunteers pulled over 46 tons of trash from over 175 miles of river banks and waterways. Read more about the 2018 event in the Cleanup Chronicle (PDF)\, including the list of groups that participated and the tally of all trash pulled from the river. \nEach year\, the Connecticut River Museum leads a group from our docks; This year our group is participating on Saturday\, September 28.  For more information\, please contact our Education Coordinator Steve Sarnoski at 860-767-8269 ext 123. \nThose interested should call to reserve a spot as space on the boat is limited. URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/source-to-sea-cleanup/ CATEGORIES:Events,Public Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctrivermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/CT-River-Conservancy-source-to-sea-cleanup.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191003T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191003T153000 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190918T000913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190926T202540Z UID:1757-1570113000-1570116600@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:Horace Beck Lecture Series - Devils & Giants in New England: The Appropriation of Native Sites by the English Colonists DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 3\, 2019\n6:30 – 7:30 pm\nFree to Public\nRachel Sayet is a Mohegan tribal member who grew up spending time with her elders and working in her tribe’s museum.  She received her Bachelor of Science from Cornell University in Ithaca\, New York.  Rachel later received her master’s degree from Harvard University in anthropology.  Sayet’s thesis was on stories of a culture hero named Moshup\, a giant who is taller than the tallest trees and stays near the ocean catching whales.  Moshup married Granny Squannit who was the leader of the Little People and keeper of plants and medicine\, which ties back to the stories she would hear as a girl.  Moshup exists both in Mohegan and Wampanoag traditions.  These stories represent\, as Rachel’s great-aunt Medicine Woman Gladys Tantaquidgeon so aptly called it\, “The Literature of the Land”. \nHorace Palmer Beck (1920 – 2003) was a folklorist\, sailor\, and professor of American Literature at Middlebury College (VT). He tape recorded the personal experience of men and women associated with the sea on both sides of the Atlantic. Some of his best known books are Folklore of Maine and Folklore of the Sea. He also published articles for The American Neptune\, The Journal of American Folklore\, and other periodicals. The Connecticut River Museum Beck Lecture is supported by an endowment that funds an annual public presentation about history\, folklore\, storytelling\, and regional music and culture. \nPre-Registration is appreciated for this event. Please click here to register. \n  URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/horace-beck-lecture-series-devils-giants-in-new-england-the-appropriation-of-native-sites-by-the-english-colonists/ LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctrivermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Rachel-Sayet-image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191008T060000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191008T083000 DTSTAMP:20240328T130822 CREATED:20190919T213822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190919T214339Z UID:1771-1570514400-1570523400@ctrivermuseum.org SUMMARY:Homeschool Program: Fishing Mini Series\, Session Two DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, October 8\, 2019\n10:00 am – 12:30 pm \nWhat types of fish are living in the River? There are over 70 species of fish living in the lower Connecticut River and we will discuss how to identify the more common species. Bait collecting methods\, minnow/eel traps and casting seine nets are all skills necessary for the successful angler. Afterwards\, return to the Museum to make a bait collecting device. Meet at North Cove boat ramp at 10am. \nClick on the following link to register: \nhttps://shop.ctrivermuseum.org/collections/homeschool/products/homeschool-october-8-2019-fishing-2-registration URL:https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/homeschool-program-fishing-mini-series-2/ LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States CATEGORIES:Homeschool ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ctrivermuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/IMG_6301.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR