May
17
Sat
Plant, Tag & Bake Sale @ Old Melrose School house
May 17 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

The Members of the EWCC support and encourage our Community to attend and also support the Beautifying that the East Windsor Garden Club does for Our Community!

Press Announcement:
The East Windsor Garden Club Presents our ANNUAL SIGNATURE event on Saturday, May 17 beginning at 9:00 a.m. and ending at 2 p.m.
* Our PLANT Sale will include perennials and annuals!
* Come early to purchase some goodies from our Bake Sale which will include gluten free options!
* Browse our assortment of items available in our TAG Sale!
* We also have a RAFFLE where you could win a basket or wheelbarrow filled with garden items!
The East Windsor Garden Club meets on the 3rd Tuesday during the months of Sept – Dec and Mar – Jun. The club is open to anyone and welcomes new members.
3rd Annual Arts and Culture Day @ East Windsor Park (The Res)
May 17 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Come join the Arts and Culture Committee for our 3rd annual Arts and Culture Day! There will be food, music, live arts demonstrations, make and takes, and artist vendors, and new this year: an art “garden”!

Arts and Culture Day is Saturday, May 17 from 12-4 at East Windsor Park pavilions. One of our entertainment acts is an acoustic duo paired with a live painting by a local artist!
“Meadow Blue are an Acoustic duo (Jason Hamilton and his Wife, Morgann) joined by Artist Tedd Andrews recreating covers of classic folk, rock and country songs with Tedd creating an original painting at each show. Meadow Blue have been performing at Art Festivals and Breweries all over New England since 2022. We’re so excited to bring our Music and Art show to East Windsor this year!!
Absolute Adele with Jennifer Cella @ Broad Brook Opera House
May 17 @ 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Absolute Adele with Jennifer Cella

Saturday, May 17, 2025 – 8:00 PM EDT

Vocalist and songwriter Jennifer Cella, best known for her work as lead vocalist with the multi-platinum group Trans-Siberian Orchestra, portrays Adele with stunning accuracy alongside some of the finest musicians in the industry.

Adele is one of the best-selling singer-songwriters of all time, with sales of over 100 million albums worldwide. She was named as the best-selling artist of the 2010s decade in the US and worldwide, as well as best-selling female artist of the 21st century in the UK. Her accolades include an impressive sixteen Grammy Awards (including two Album of the Year awards), twelve Brit Awards (including three Album of the Year awards), an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a Primetime Emmy Award.

Jennifer Cella has captivated sold out audiences on some of the world’s most prestigious stages, including the world famous Madison Square Garden, while touring with Trans-Siberian Orchestra for nearly a decade. Jennifer’s voice can be heard on the timeless classic and fan favorite “Christmas Canon Rock,” as well as “Different Wings” from TSO’s “The Lost Christmas Eve” album, which was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America in 5 weeks. Other TSO recordings include “Father, Son, & Holy Ghost,” “Remnants of a Lullaby,” and “Carmina Burana” off the “Night Castle” album, which debuted at No.5 on the Billboard Charts and No.1 on the Billboard Rock Album chart. It was certified Gold in 8 weeks and has since gone Platinum.

Jennifer has sung alongside Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Roger Daltrey of The Who and Joan Jett, as well as Greg Lake of ELP, and Jon Anderson of YES. Jen has been featured on Good Morning America and Live with Regis and Kelly, as well as numerous morning radio show programs and countless local news shows.

Doors 6:00pm Music 8:00pm

May
30
Fri
Crazy Train America’s Authentic OZZY Tribute Experience Show @ Broad Brook Opera House
May 30 @ 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Crazy Train America’s Authentic OZZY Tribute Experience Show

Friday, May 30, 2025 – 8:00 PM EDT

Prepare to be amazed. Crazy Train is dedicated to delivering a visually exciting and musically accurate tribute to Ozzy with a dream set-list covering every era of the Metal Icon’s noteworthy career. From Sabbath to Patient Number 9, Crazy Train delivers a knock-out show that is a must-see for every Ozzy fan.

Doors 6:00pm

Music 8:00pm

May
31
Sat
Once an Outlaw! @ Broad Brook Opera House
May 31 @ 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Once an Outlaw!

Saturday, May 31, 2025 – 8:00 PM EDT

Once an Outlaw is the Southern Rock Supergroup featuring Chris Anderson (formerly The Outlaws), Chris Hicks (Marshall Tucker Band), and Tim Archibald, (Michael McDonald). Mike Kach (The Dickie Betts Band), A.J. Vallee (The Southern Rock All-Stars), and Chuck Farrell (James Montgomery). These southern rock legends are giants in their own right.

Chris “Hitman” Hicks, a member of the Outlaws from 1989-1996 when the group disbanded, then joined The Marshall Tucker Band, Chris is currently the lead guitar player for The Marshall Tucker Band. He has also played with Lynyrd Skynyrd, Charlie Daniels, and Greg Allman to name just a few.

Chris Anderson, an Outlaw member from 1986-1989 and 2005-2018, has had many successes with bands such as Blackhawk, Grinderswitch, and his own band Rattlebone. Other accolades include writing songs, touring, or playing with The Allman Brothers, Lucinda Williams, Bad Company, Hank Williams Jr, and many more.

Tim Archibald is currently working with Michael McDonald of the Doobie Brothers and Barry Goudreau’s Engine Room. Some of his accolades include New Man, Peter Wolf, RTZ, Ernie And The Automatics, and Deep Purple.

Mike Kach, Southern rock fans might recognize Mike from The Dickie Betts Band, Great Southern.. You can also catch Mike with an Allman Revival.

Hailing from Boston, drummer A.J. Vallee is the go-to drummer and percussionist on many platforms. To date, he has toured regionally and nationally with One Night of Queen, James Montgomery, The Southern Rock All-Stars (feat members of Molly Hatchet, Blackfoot) Jon Butcher, Carmen, and Camille (Billboard, MTV’s The Hills) and boasts song placements on NBC and ABC T.V. with Boston’s own Starr Faithfull.

The one who brought this all together is Chuck Farrell. Chuck, like AJ, is a local New England favorite. Chuck and AJ have both been members of The Peacheaters an Allman Brothers Experience, and they can often be seen on stage with the likes of James Montgomery, Barry Goudreau, and Jon Butcher. Some of Chuck Farrell’s other ventures include musicians Al Hospers, a former member of Blood Sweat and Tears, and Chris Vitarello of the Butch Trucks Band.

Once an Outlaw is a supergroup with a whole lot of talent packed onto one stage.

Food/Bar 6:00pm

Music 8:00pm

Jun
5
Thu
1st Thursday Networking /EWCC Annual meeting @ Farm Town Diner
Jun 5 @ 7:30 am – 8:45 am

Agenda

730a – 745a Welcome – Sign In -order breakfast 

745a – 755a ( Networking)

755a – 815a  Attendees 30 Second Elevator Intro

815a – 835a  Election of  Directors & Officers 

835a – 845a  Executive Director’s report 

Location- Farm Town Diner

Bassdale Plaza 142 North Rd (RTE 140)

East Windsor CT 06088

Date August 7th 2025 

Event Open to EWCC & TVCA Members as well All Businesses located in or with an Interest in East Windsor.

$Cost Order off the menu  

To see more about Farm Town Diner please visit Thier Face Book Page

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090162099480

**a non committal RSVP is requested so we can be sure there will be enough space.

Please email [email protected]

Jun
8
Sun
CT Trails Day- Scantic River State Park (Melrose) @ Scantic River Trailhead
Jun 8 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Get ready to lace up your hiking boots! Connecticut Trails Day is just around the corner.
Join us for a 2.5 mile hike takes you along the scenic Scantic River on a multi-use loop trail.
• Wear appropriate footwear
• Bring water
• Bug spray is recommended
We are also listed on the CT DEEP Sky’s the Limit Challenge 2025!
Parking at 100 Melrose Rod, Broad Brook CT 06016 

Jun
14
Sat
Community Center Dedication @ East Windsor Community Center
Jun 14 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Town of East Windsor -East Windsor Community Center Dedication – June 14, 2025 – 11am to 3pm

Jul
26
Sat
Shag Bark 1st Annual Golf Tournament @ Grassmere Country Club
Jul 26 @ 9:00 am – 1:45 pm
Our first Annual Charity Golf Tournament to benefit all of equine programs and our semi retired herd. Our mission is to give the love of the horse to those who desire it and may not be able to afford it. To also give a forever home to our equine partners.
Scramble format Foursome $250
Includes the golf and the BBQ after
Anyone or Business interested in our levels of Sponsorships can contact Katie or Kelly

Rosemary Malin founded Shag Bark 50 years ago. Her daughter Katie Malin-Hunt teach lessons at their farm in East Windsor, CT.

Shag Bark offers weekly lessons. A Preschool program for students ages 2-5 that meets in the spring and fall. We offer Homeschool programs,Equine therapy and more.

Shag Bark Hickory Farm is a nonprofit organization. We are able to provide a scholarship program for families in need and a safe haven for our semi retired horses.

Aug
7
Thu
1st Thursday Networking /Speaker State Representative Jaime Foster @ Farm Town Diner
Aug 7 @ 7:30 am – 8:45 am

Networking with a Presentation of interest to Business. This Month State Representative Jaime Foster

Agenda

730a – 745a Welcome – Sign In -order breakfast 

745a – 755a ( Networking)

755a – 815a  Attendees 30 Second Elevator Intro

815a – 835a  Speaker State Rep. Jaime Foster 

835a – 845a  Q & A from Businesses Attending 

About Our Speaker- 

Dr. Jaime S. Foster is serving her third term as State Representative in the Connecticut General Assembly, proudly serving the 57th District of Ellington, East Windsor, and Vernon. She currently serves as the House Chair of the Veterans’ and Military Affairs Committee, as well as a member of the Banking Committee and Energy and Technology Committee.

Before being elected to serve in the General Assembly, Dr. Foster served on the Ellington Human Services Commission, the Board of Education, and the State’s Milk Promotion Board. She continues to serve on the Ellington Farmers Market Board of Directors.

Dr. Foster is an alumnus of UCONN’s College of Agriculture Health and Natural Resources; she received her B.S. in Dietetics and subsequently completed the internship and testing requirements to be a Registered Dietitian. She obtained her MS and Doctorate in Nutritional Sciences at UCONN College of Agriculture Health and Natural Resources and completed her post-doctoral training at the Rudd Center for Food Policy and Obesity.

Dr. Foster is the only scientist in the legislature. She’s proud to bring a critical and data-driven eye to policies to address CT’s biggest challenges. As such, this year, along with the CT Scholar Strategy Network, she convened the first annual Moving Beyond Implications conference which offered researchers and scholars the opportunity to present their policy-minded scholarship to bipartisan legislators interested in evidence-based policymaking.

Dr. Foster is committed to advocating for meaningful change that will improve the lives of those in the community and focuses on district priorities every session. She’s championed legislation to improve the lives of children, families, seniors, farmers, emergency services and public safety folks, educators, healthcare providers, and more!

Location- Farm Town Diner

Bassdale Plaza 142 North Rd (RTE 140)

East Windsor CT 06088

Date August 7th 2025 

Event Open to EWCC & TVCA Members as well All Businesses located in or with an Interest in East Windsor.

$Cost Order off the menu  

To see more about Farm Town Diner please visit Thier Face Book Page

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090162099480

**a non committal RSVP is requested so we can be sure there will be enough space.

Please email [email protected]