Cartooning Classes Return To Custom House This Summer

The youth classes will begin June 19

  Kids, don't spend your summer watching cartoons when you can learn to draw your own! The Custom House Maritime Museum is teaming up with artist Jon Buller to host a summer session of cartooning classes, the museum announced on Facebook. According to the post, the "Cartooning for Kids" class will be held on the following Tuesdays from 4 to 5 p.m.: The four-session class is for kids ages 7 and up. Cost for the class is $75, which includes materials.  To register, call (860) 447-2501.

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City Canvases Mural Unveilings Begin Wednesday

Water Street Parking Garage trompe l’oeil debuts as part of downtown New London mural project

The first mural in New London's "City Canvases" project will be unveiled on Wednesday. "Cabinet of Shells," a 40-foot trompe l’oeil, features a three-dimensional image of shells from Indonesia, India, and Mexico. The piece was created by graphic designer Peter Good along with Jan Cummings, Kirsten Desnoyers and Jesse Good. The mural, located on a tower on the Water Street Parking Garage, will be revealed in a ceremony at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday. Speakers will include Peter Bergstrom, director of the Department of Economic and Community Development, along with Mayor Daryl Finizio, Hygienic Art president Vincent Scarano, and State Senator Andrea Stillman. The event will begin at 11:15 a.m. with a performance by the Kaze Taiko drumming group …

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The Sounds of New London

The Sounds of New London, May 11-17

Follow your ears to the sweet sounds of New London

CAPTAIN'S PIZZA, 8 Bank Street, Pat Daddonna and Mike Bailey, 5 p.m. STASH'S CAFE, 95 Pequot Ave., Fusion, 5:30 p.m.  LYRIC CAFE, 243 State Street, Classical Strings by Patrick Hengstler, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. OCEAN BEACH PARK, 98 Neptune Ave., Brewfest at the Beach, 6 p.m.; $30 THE RIVERVIEW PLAYHOUSE, 25 Riverview Ave., Hernando's Hideaway with Sandy "Sandman" Allen, 6 p.m. CROCKER HOUSE BALLROOM, 35 Union Street, HEART & More fundraiser with Dogbite, 7 p.m.; $40 GARDE ARTS CENTER, 325 State Street, String Theory Fifth Annual Teacher's Concert and Fundraiser, 7 p.m.; $40 PINC! BOUTIQUE, 52 State Street, Crafty Groove Project Night, 7 p.m.; 12+, $5 BEAN AND LEAF, 13 Washington Street, Richard Zack, 8 p.m. EL N GEE, 86 Golden Street, Saint Jude…

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Don't Miss It: CT Open House Day Is June 9

Get up close and personal with Connecticut

  Connecticut Open House Day, which falls on Saturday, June 9 this year, is a day to explore the state we all call home. Hop in the car, grab your bicycle or lace up those sneakers--you'll definitely want to be on the move. Destinations all over the state will open their doors, some offering discounted or free admission, or special activities and exhibits, to Nutmeggers ready to take on their state. CTVisit.com has all the details on this state-sponsored event, including a list of town-by-town participants. According to CTVisit.com, the following New London locations are participating: But be sure to check back, as more will be added as the date approaches!

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The Sounds of New London

The Sounds of New London, May 4-10

Follow your ears to the sweet sounds of New London

 LYRIC CAFE, 243 State Street, Classical Strings by Patrick Hengstler, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. PINC! BOUTIQUE, 52 State Street, Crafty Groove Project Night, 7 p.m.; 12+, $5 THE TELEGRAPH, 19 Golden Street, Sam Perduta (Elison Jackson), 7 p.m. BEAN AND LEAF, 13 Washington Street, Richard Zack, 8 p.m. GARDE ARTS CENTER, 325 State Street, The Franklin Brothers Band, 8 p.m.; $25 EL N GEE, 86 Golden Street, Lightswitch Crew presents: "Open Decks," 9 p.m.; 21+, $5 BANK STREET CAFE, 639 Bank Street, Mike Rogoff, 10 p.m.; 21+, $5 STASH'S CAFE, 95 Pequot Ave., Roo, Drunken Doja Monkey, More Mammals, DJ Smoki, and more, 10 p.m.; 21+, $5 Let Patch save you time. Get great local stories like this delivered right to your inbox or smartphone every day with our…

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Check Out 'Crayons In A Box' Album On iTunes

Steve Elci & Friends' new album was released in iTunes store on April 25

  Have you heard Steve Elci & Friends' new children's music album, "Crayons in a Box," yet? Take a listen on iTunes! The 10-song album can be purchased for $9.90 in the iTunes store or by song for 99 cents each. And be sure to mark your calendars for the CD release party, set for Saturday, May 26 at the Waterford Public Library. Check out where the rockers will be playing and catch them live! Upcoming local shows include the New London Youth Services Show on May 18, "Cycle for a Cause" on June 2, Capt. Scott's Lobster Dock on June 16 and lots more.

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NL Public Library Seeks Donations For Book Sale

Drop off your donations by May 5

  If you've been doing some spring cleaning and have some items to donate to the Public Library of New London's book sale, be sure to drop them off by Saturday! The library has announced on Facebook that they're accepting donations of books, records, CDs, videos, tapes and puzzles, but please, no magazines or Readers Digest condensed books. Donations are due by Saturday, May 5, and the sale will begin Saturday, May 12 and runs May 14 through 18.

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Choose A Local Winner For Courtney's Contest

'Like' your favorite photos on Facebook! Local submissions include New London, Groton, Noank, Mystic and more!

  Rep. Joe Courtney has announced on Facebook that voting for his photo contest is open now through Wednesday, May 2 at 5 p.m. Courtney asked the Facebook world to submit photos of Eastern Connecticut to become his cover photo, and 19 user-submitted entries met posting requirements. Local submissions include photos of New London, Groton, Noank, Mystic, Stonington and more, so be sure to get on Facebook and 'like' your favorites! Vote for your local favorites here.

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