691 Morehouse Road, Easton, CT 06612. Phone: 203-374-0705.

The Easton Arts Council's Annual Art show will take place January 15 to February 22, 2014 in the Community Room of the Easton Library, 691 Morehouse Road Easton, CT. Entry fee $20 for two entries. Drop off Jan. 11 .10 am.-1 p.m. Artists, photographers, sculptors, and artisans can download the prospectus from the link on the upcoming events page at.eastonartscouncil.org.

1035 Newfield Ave, Stamford, CT 06905. Phone: 203.487.0941.

Join co-authors Michal Smart and Barbara Ashkenas as they present their book “Kaddish: Women’s Voices.” Free to the community. For more information contact Nancy Schiffman at 203.487.0941 or nschiffman@stamfordjcc.org.* * * * The Stamford Jewish Community Center boasts a wide variety of social, educational and recreational programs. JCC membership, events and programs are open to everyone, regardless of race or religion.

1035 Newfield Ave, Stamford, CT 06905. Phone: 203.487.0961.

Thursdays, 12 – 1 pm. Join Matan Samovsky, the JCC's Israeli Shaliach, for a lunch & learn series focusing on interesting topics and current events related to Israel. Sessions will often include short videos and there will always be time for questions and answers. Bring your lunch and we’ll provide the coffee and dessert (dairy). No charge. All are welcome. For more information, please contact Matan Samovsky at 203.487.0961, visit www.Stamfordjcc.org or e-mail msamovsky@stamfordjcc.org.

130 Bible Street, Cos Cob, CT 06807. Phone: 203-869-9242.

On Thursday, January 16, 2014 from  7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Registration Required Materials Fee $20 paid to Instructor A great opportunity to catch up with friends during those long winter months and tap into your inner artist! Discover your creativity in an introductory painting class under the expert guidance of artist, Hazel Jarvis. Light Dinner & Dessert provided - Bring Your Own Beverage.

370 Beach Rd., Fairfield, CT Phone: 203-259-1598.

Thursday, January 16 from 6 – 8pm $10 suggested donation. Space is limited, RSVP before January 14, 2014. Get your groove on for the opening of Fairfield's Rockin' Top Ten, curated by drummer and music historian Chris Frantz, of Talking Heads and Tom Tom Club fame. The evening includes a panel discussion hosted by Frantz and several famous musicians who live and work in Fairfield. They share intriguing stories of recording, touring, and playing live to thousands of fans worldwide.

613 Riversville Road, Greenwich, CT Phone: (203) 869-5272.

6-8 p.m. Hike to Mead Lake with moonlit woods and lakeshore to listen for ice shifting, hooting owls, coyotes, or other wildlife. Dress warmly with soft (quiet) outer layers. Ages 7 & up. RSVP to Ted: x230 (Rain/Snow date Saturday Jan. 18)

613 Riversville Road, Greenwich, CT

1:00-2:30 pm Winter is a wonderful time for our families to share the joy of birds in our own backyards. Come learn about watching and feeding winter birds and how your family can be 'Citizen Scientists' by reporting your regular backyard bird feeder
observations to Cornell University. All ages. RSVP to Ted at x230.

224 Danbury Rd, Wilton, CT Phone: 203-762-7257.

3:00p-4:30p Warm up this winter and learn how to knit or crochet some chunky and extra warm winter wear while sipping cider and munching on homemade cookies! Join Craft Yarn Council of America certified instructor Marietta Douglas, for one on one attention for all skill levels, beginners through advanced welcome! Workshop is free and open to ages 10 & up. Please provide your own size 10 knitting needles or crochet hooks and size 4-5 bulky weight yarn.

720 Pequot Ave, Southport, CT Phone: 203- 259-0346 ext. 20.

– Pequot Library's Mid-Winter Book Sale just got a little bigger. The sale, Saturday, January 18 – Sunday, January 19, 2014, runs from 9:00am - 5:00pm daily. Held in Pequot Library's Auditorium/Concert Hall with free admission, the sale is open to the public. All Sale proceeds help fund Pequot Library's over 375 annual programs and events for all ages.

1035 Newfield Ave, Stamford, CT 06905. Phone: 203.487.0971.

Saturday, January 18 • 6:30 – 9pm. Grades 6 – 12. Member / Community $18. For more information contact Mo Concepcion at 203.487.0971 or mconcepcion@stamfordjcc.org.