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WindCo Announcement 📣

Buzz Card, Charity Pick, Plus 40 Events

Tyler DiGiovanni
April 29, 2025

Good morning, Quiet Corner Swarm! Today is Tuesday 4/29, and that means it’s National Peace Rose Day! How many of you have some of these beauties growing in your garden? There’s a good amount going on this weekend, so hit a couple places, and let them know we sent you their way (it will help us grow the newsletter)!

In Today’s Quiet Corner Buzz:

Buzz Card Announcement
Charity Pick
40 Events

Let’s dive in!

-Tyler DiGiovanni

UPDATE

Buzz Card: I’ve secured 8 great discounts for you across Windham County. I’m only printing 100 of these so it’s a first come first served basis. The Buzz Card is priced at $20 as the discounts will far exceed that value if you put it to use.

However, for the next 24 hours I’ve reduced the price to $15 so get them while they’re hot. The funds from these cards will help me grow this community and keep creating content that hopefully adds more fun to your life.

HIVE CHARITY

If you ever feel like swapping your screen time for some serene time, the Connecticut Audubon Society’s Center at Pomfret (218 Day Rd) is where it’s at. I’m sure you’ve seen the signs for it if you’ve ever driven through Pomfret, but did you know that it’s home to the sprawling 700-acre Bafflin Sanctuary? Think meadows, woodlands, and trails that’ll make you want to throw your phone into a river (in a good way). They also run the nearby Trail Wood Sanctuary, once home to naturalist Edwin Way Teale, which is basically a live-action nature diary.

But this place isn’t just a pretty face. The Center’s all about conservation, education, and getting people knee-deep (sometimes literally) in the natural world. They offer school programs, bird walks, workshops, and even volunteer gigs if you’re feeling extra earthy. Whether you're a seasoned birder or just figuring out which end of the binoculars to look through, they’ll make you feel right at home.

Do yourself a favor and grab the free Merlin Bird ID app created by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology — it’s like Shazam for birds, and trust me, it makes spotting those little guys way more fun.

Wind Co Scramble🤔

PET OF THE WEEK

Meet Ramsey Shay, a 6-year-old Aussie Kelpie mix with zero Labrador in her—despite coming through Lucky Lab Rescue. After years of raising Labs, Nancy and her husband decided to try the rescue route following their last pup’s passing in 2020. They were holding off until retirement in June 2021… but in May, right as Nancy was about to call Lucky Lab and say “we’re ready,” the phone rang. The rescue had found a dog they thought was perfect—and her name? Shay, just like their daughter. Total sign. So now, thanks to some cosmic timing and a clever name compromise, Ramsey Shay is living her best life as the newest member of the family.

Want to get your pet featured?

BUZZ BULLETIN

Got something to share with 4,000 of your closest neighbors? Whether it’s a new biz, special event, trying to make a hire or just a “hey, look at this cool thing”—
The Buzz Bulletin’s your megaphone.

BEE LINE EVENTS

TUESDAY (4/29)

Danielson | Book Club For 50+ | 12:30pm - Killingly Public Library (25 Westcott Rd) is hosting an informal, peer-led book discussion for readers 50+. May’s book will be Good Harbor by Anita Diamant.

Putnam | The Prom Auditions | 6-9pm - Auditions continue at The Bradley Playhouse (30 Front St) for a production of The Prom. Click here for more details.

LIVE MUSIC

⬢ Stomping Ground - Putnam | Chris Duers | 8-11pm

WEDNESDAY (4/30)

Putnam | Beltane Candle Globe | 5:30pm $ - Celebrate Beltane by making and taking a candle globe at Orchid Lily Rose (554 Liberty Hwy). More info

TRIVIA

Stomping Ground - Putnam | 7pm
Hank’s - Brooklyn | 6:30pm
Bear Hands Brewing - Putnam | 6pm
Mill Town Grill - North Grosvenordale | 6:30pm

THURSDAY (5/1)

South Windham | DIY Book Vase | 6pm - Learn how to create a vase using an old book at Guilford Smith Memorial Library (17 Main St). Call (860) 423-5159 or email [email protected] to book your spot.

Willimantic | Hadestown: Teen Edition | 7-9pm $ - Arts at the Capitol Theater (896 Main St) is starting their run of performances (also performances on 5/2 and 5/3). Call (860) 465-5636 to reserve your tickets.

LIVE MUSIC

⬢ Stomping Ground - Putnam | Straight Up Jazz Series | 5:30-7:30pm
⬢ Stomping Ground - Putnam | King Sickabilly | 8-11pm

TRIVIA

Midway Restaurant - Ashford | 7pm
Trolley Pub - Willimantic | 7:30pm

FRIDAY (5/2)

Plainfield | Harry Potter Family Event | 6-8 - Plainfield Rec (482 Norwich Rd) is creating a night of wizarding fun for the family. Enjoy a step into Hogwarts.

Pomfret | 4-H Auction & Tag Sale | 9am - Windham-Tolland 4-H Camp (326 Taft Pond Rd) is holding a tag sale and auction. Early birds can come at 9 for $5, free from 10:30am-5pm. Auction begins at 6pm.

Putnam | Male Revue | 9-11:05pm $ - Charlee Bravos (9 Grove St) is hosting a 21+ Fifty Shades performance in Putnam. This is not an event for the faint of heart. Tix

Putnam | Diary of Anne Frank Performance | 7:30-9:30pm $ - The Bradley Playhouse (30 Front St) is continuing their production of this heartbreaking story. More deets/showtimes

Willimantic | Zumba De Mayo | 5-8pm $ - Windham Rec is holding an evening of Zumba and good vibes at the Windham Community Center (1 Jillson Sq).

Woodstock | Shrek: The Musical | 7-10pm $ - Enjoy a live-action rendition of the beloved animated film at the Loos Center for the Arts (150 Rte 169). Tix

LIVE MUSIC

⬢ Grill 37 - Pomfret | Rob Brannon | 5:30pm
⬢ Stomping Ground - Putnam | The Glass Hours | 8-11pm

TRIVIA

Taylor Brooke Winery - Woodstock | 6:30pm

SATURDAY (5/3)

Chaplin | Derby Day Fundraiser | 3pm - Little Treasures Farm (22 N Bear Hill Rd) is holding a day of fun activities to help raise money for their rescue. Raffles, vendors, food, meet the rescues, and more.

Danielson | Daffodil Bazaar/Vendor Fair/ Carb Carnival | 8am-1pm - Westfield Church (210 Main St) is introducing their Carb Carnival featuring their bakery room, raffles, activities for kids, and a tasty luncheon offering at 11am.

Danielson | Lao New Year | 10am-5pm - Celebrate the Laotian New Year with a festival at The Little Theater on Broad Street (185 Broad St). The event is free, but you need to buy lunch tickets here (Laotian food is fantastic, in case you’ve never had it).

Danielson | Upland Test (Retrievers) | 8am - Granite State Hunting Retriever Club is hosting an upland test at Markover Game Farm (699 Cook Hill Rd). Walk-ups are accepted.

Dayville | Veteran Support Event | 1pm $ - The East Killingly VFW (1035 North Rd) is holding a Pig Roast with music, full bar, raffles, and corn hole tournament to help support a local veteran battling cancer.

Eastford | Cinco De Derby | 4:30pm - Peppertree Campground (146 Chaplin Rd) is hosting a Kentucky Derby watch party. Wear a derby hat and bring an appetizer to share. Raffle available.

Eastford | Women’s Healing Day | 10am $ - This one is just for the ladies. Join Gail Petrowsky for a day of mental and physical rejuvenation. Email [email protected] or call (860) 836-4346 for more info/register.

Hampton | Free Running Club | 8:30-9:30am - Meet at the Hampton Town Hall Pavilion (178 Main St) for a free running club for kids in grades K-6. Register your kids at [email protected]

North Grosvenordale | Proper Grilling/Searing Techniques | 5pm $ - Learn how to properly cook a steak, prepare steak sauce and sides. More Info

Plainfield | Vintage Motocross | 8am $ - Central Cycle Club (45 South Cady Ln) and American Classic Racing are kicking off their 2025 season. Contact [email protected] for more details.

Pomfret | Town Wide Tag Sale | 7am - Grab a $2 map at Pomfret Community School (20 Pomfret St) and hit the participating residences, businesses, and organizations. Map sale proceeds go to a local need or organization.

Putnam | Bitsy’s Boutique | 12-3pm - Shop the monthly boutique at Paws Cat Shelter (74 School St). Proceeds go toward supporting the cats at the shelter.

Putnam | Comic Book Writer Appearance | 10am-4pm - Meet CT native comic artist/writer/inker/creator, Keith Champagne, at Wonderland Comics (160 Main St).

Putnam | 2nd Annual QC Pride | 12-4pm - Celebrate diversity in the Quiet Corner at the Putnam Rotary Park (190 Kennedy Dr). All friends of LGBTQ+ are welcome.

Putnam | Paint & Sip | 2-4pm $ - Enjoy an afternoon of painting and drinking (one might affect the quality of the other) at BLOCK 134 (134 Main St). Email [email protected] for more info.

Scotland | Scrap Quilting Workshop | 10am-4pm $ - Join Pins to Needles (6 Huntington Rd) to learn a technique to turn your scrap material into a quilt. Email [email protected] for more info.

Sterling | Community Yard Sale | 9am-3pm - This indoor community sale is taking place at the Sterling Rec Gym (1183 Plainfield Pike). Find some goodies you didn’t know you needed!

Thompson | Makers Fair | 11am-4pm - Come shop goods from local artisans (there were approximately 90 last year!) and support your community at Riverside Park (56 Market St).

Willimantic | Music/Live Painting | 8-10:30pm $ - Join local celebrated artist Ben Keller as he creates a painting while Evan Wood & The Blueprint perform a mix of jazz/hip-hop music at The River Room (50 Riverside Dr). The finished painting will be auctioned off. Tix

Willimantic | Reiki III & Master Cert | 9am-4pm $ - The wonderful Angela of Loving Karma and Lisa of Infinite Love and Serenity at BLISS (34 North St) to bring your Reiki skills to another level. More info

Windham | Revolutionary War Walking Tour | 10am - Take a walking tour with historian Bev York, featuring the Revolutionary War Era places of Windham Center. The walking tour starts at The Windham Inn (4 Scotland Rd).

LIVE MUSIC

SUNDAY (5/4)

Danielson | Reptile Show | 12-2pm - Come meet some scaley friends at The Craft Collective (142 Main St). Perfect for families, or just anyone interested in meeting some interesting creatures.

North Grosvenordale | West Thompson Lake Ride | 9am-12pm - The Quiet Corner NEMBA is holding a group ride at West Thompson Lake, starting out at West Side Shelter (Rte 193). More deets

Plainfield | VFW RIDE FOR VETS | 10am-4pm $ - Help support veterans and enjoy a motorcycle ride. Upon return, a spaghetti lunch will be served. There will also be vendors and live music throughout the day.

Willimantic | Willi Orchestra Spring Concert | 3pm - The Willimantic Orchestra is holding their spring concert at the Fine Arts Instructional Center (306 High St).

Willimantic | Stitching Circle | 2pm $ - What better place to work on your stitching projects than the Mill Museum (411 Main St)? Open to all museum visitors with the cost of admission, museum members are free.

Woodstock | Sip & Shop | 12-5pm - Enjoy a glass (or two) of wine and do some shopping for Mother’s Day at Taylor Brooke Winery (818 Rte 171).

LIVE MUSIC

TRIVIA

Black Pond Brews - Dayville | Star Wars | 4-6pm

MONDAY (5/5)

Pomfret | Spring Renewal Yoga | 5:30-6:30pm $ - Enjoy a session of yoga outside of Watercure Farm Distillery (426 Mashamoquet Rd). Drinks and food will be available for purchase. Register

Willimantic | Teacher Appreciation Week | All Week - Windham Tech High School is asking people to help show some love to all the tireless work teachers do throughout the year. They are looking for item/money donations. Check it out

LIVE MUSIC

⬢ Music Lady Cafe - Central Village | Brandt Taylor | 5:30pm

SCRAMBLE ANSWER: BUTTS BRIDGE

That’s it for this week’s Quiet Corner Buzz. If you got something out of it, please share it with someone who always looks for deals!

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