Antiques

ANTIQUARIUS 2007
Antiquarius 2007 event features the 50th Greenwich Antiques Show Fri, Sat 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Greenwich Civic Center, 90 Harding Road, Old Greenwich. $15. 869-6899, ext. 14

In addition, Designer Forum Sat 2 p.m., with designers Anthony Baratta, William Diamond and David Easton. $50 per person; Holiday House Tour Wed 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. $100, limited. 869-6899, ext 14.
www.hstg.org

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Books / Library

'MANAGING YOUR MONEY' TALK
Rainy Faye Bookstore presents authors Stacey Tisdale, an on-air financial journalist, and Paula Boyer Kennedy, financial expert, with their book, "The True Cost of Happiness: The Real Story Behind Managing Your Money," Tues 5:30-7 p.m., City Trust Complex, 102 Bank St., Bridgeport. 336-6911.
www.RainyFaye.html

AUTHOR AT FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY
Merle Feld, poet and playwright, with her memoir, "A Spiritual Life: Exploring the Heart and Jewish Tradition," Mon 7:30 p.m. in the presentation room at the Kelley Center, Fairfield University, North Benson Road, Fairfield. Free. 254-4000, ext. 2066.
www.fairfield.edu

WESTPORT LIBRARY
Annual Friends Holiday Book Sale Sat 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun 1-5 p.m. Community Conversation on "Immigration: A Look at Local Issues," with Eileen Heaphy, former Executive Director of the World Affairs Forum in Stamford and former Consul General in Monterrey, Mexico, Mon 7:30 p.m., 20 Jesup Road, Westport. Free. 291-4840.
www.westportlibrary.org/

FAIRFIELD LIBRARY
"Winter Words, a Day-Long Conference for Aspiring Writers" Sat 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 1080 Old Post Road, Fairfield. $50, $25 for manuscript review for manuscripts submitted in advance. 256-3160.
www.fairfieldpubliclibrary.org

BORDERS IN FAIRFIELD
Author Scott Ian Barry signs his book "Wolf Empire" Sat 2 p.m.; mystery author Linda Fairstein with Court TV's "Mystery by the Book" Wed 7 p.m., 1499 Post Road, Fairfield. 256-1619.
www.bordersstores.com

BARNES AND NOBLE IN MILFORD
Storytime Sat 10 a.m., 1375 Boston Post Road, Milford. 301-0371.
barnesandnoble.com

BORDERS IN MILFORD
Doreen Tango Hampton presents her book "I Like Gum" Sat 2 p.m.; Eric Berlin Sat 5 p.m.; Nicole Atkins Wed 7 p.m., Westfield's Connecticut Post Mall, 1201 Post Road, Milford. 878-3333.
www.bordersstores.com

TRUMBULL LIBRARY SALE
Friends of the Trumbull Library's Book Nook Sale Sat 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Community Room, 33 Quality St. Books, videos, children's books. Donations welcome. 452-5197.
trumbullct-library.org

USED BOOK SALE IN WEST HAVEN
Used book sale Sat 9 a.m.-2 p.m., First Congregational Church on the Green, 464 Campbell Ave., West Haven. Donations accepted. 934-6921.

BARNES AND NOBLE, NORTH HAVEN
Storytime Fri 7 p.m.; craft Tues 4 p.m., 470 Universal Drive, North Haven. 234-1805.
barnesandnoble.com

NEW HAVEN LIBRARY
"Writers Live" series with Evie Rhodes reading from her book "The Forgotten Spirit" Sat 3 p.m. "Outwit Holiday Overeating and Overspending" program Wed 6-7 p.m., Films and children's events offered daily at various branches; call for schedule. 133 Elm St., New Haven. 946-8835.
www.cityofnewhaven.com/library

BARNES AND NOBLE, STAMFORD
In celebration of "Cookie Cutter Week" readings of "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie" and "The Doorbell Rang" Sat 10:30 a.m.; Hanukkah stories Wed 10:30 a.m., 100 Greyrock Place, Stamford. 323-1612.
barnesandnoble.com

NEW CANAAN LIBRARY ACTIVITIES
Author Logan Ward presents his new book, "See You in a Hundred Years: Four Seasons in Forgotten America," Sun 4 p.m., 151 Main St., New Canaan. 594-5000.
newcanaanlibrary.org

R.J. JULIA BOOKSELLERS
Frank Delaney presents his book "Tipperary" today 7 p.m.; trunk show of art and photography books Wed 7 p.m., reservations needed. At 768 Boston Post Road, Madison. 245-3959 or 1-800-74READS
www.rjjulia.com

Collectables

ALL ABOARD FOR TRAIN SHOW
The Fairfield Museum and History Center's annual Holiday Express Train Show Sat, Sun noon-4 p.m. through Dec. 16 at the center, 370 Beach Road. Model trains, accessories, collectibles, antiques and more. $5, $3 students. Guitarist Chuck Oakes Sun 2 p.m.; train stories for pre-schoolers Wed 11 a.m. $5, $3 children; appraisal day Dec. 15 2:30 p.m. $5 per set, limit of 3 per person. 259-1598.
www.fairfieldhistoricalsociety.org

MODEL TOYS AND CARS
Model car toy and collectible show Sun 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Holiday Inn, 363 Roberts St., East Hartford. $4, children free with adult. (860) 289-8939.

Comedy

BIG SHOW IN NEWTOWN
Andrew Kennedy of "Comedy Central Presents," Brian Kiley and Billy Winn Fri 8:30 p.m., Edmond Town Hall, Main Street, Newtown. Presented by Treehouse Comedy Productions. $19.50, $22 at door, VIP seating $25. 268-5857
www.treehousecomedy.com

GEORGE CARLIN AT CHEVY
George Carlin Fri 7:30 p.m., Chevrolet Theatre, 95 South Turnpike Road, Wallingford. $35-$55. 368-1000.
www.livenation.com

ORANGE'S OCEAN GRILLE
Treehouse Comedy presents Jim Norton and Johnny Rizzo Fri 9 and 11 p.m.; Jim Norton and Andy Hayward Sat 9 and 11 p.m., Treehouse at the Ocean Grille, 464 Boston Post Road, Orange. $19.50. 795-4588.

LAUGHS IN DANBURY
Treehouse Comedy presents Mike Yard, Dom Fig and Steve Lazarus Sat 9 p.m., New Sorrento, 32 Newtown Road, Danbury. $15. 744-5575.
www.newsorrento.com

COMEDY IN NEW BRITAIN
Treehouse Comedy presents "Goumbas of Comedy, Magic and Music" Sat 8:30 p.m., with Rob Falcone, Tom Anzelone, Gemini Trinity on Main, 69 Main St., New Britain. $17.50. (860) 229-2072.
www.trinityonmain.org

Crafts

CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR
Christmas craft fair Sat 9 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Joseph's of Stratford Church, 133 Stratford Road, Stratford. Lunch, baked goods. Free admission. 377-9901.
www.stjosephsofstratford.org

EVENT AT JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF GREATER NEW HAVEN
The JCC Arts and Crafts Fair is Sun 10 a.m.-5 p.m., 360 Amity Road, Woodbridge. Home dcor, pottery, ceramics, clothing, children's book fair, more. 387-2522.
www.jccnh.org

BIG HARTFORD EVENT
Christmas Crafts Expos and Winter Wonderland Festival Fri noon-7 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun 10 a.m.-5 p.m., through Dec. 9, Connecticut Expo Center, Rev. Moody Overpass, Hartford. Artisans and craftsmen, photographers, cooking demonstrations, wooden toys, stained glass, and more. $6, $5 seniors.
www.handmadeinamerica.com

AID TO ARTISANS
Ata International Craft Sale today 6-8 p.m.; Fri, Sat, Dec.7, 8 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun and Dec. 9, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 331 Wethersfield Ave., Hartford. (860) 947-3405.

CREATIVE ARTS WORKSHOP
The 39th annual Celebration of American Crafts exhibit and sale of fine contemporary crafts through Dec. 24, daily 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thurs 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun 1-5 p.m.; Dec. 24 10 a.m.-1 p.m., 80 Audubon St., New Haven. Classes offered in all mediums; call for details. 562-4927.

GUILFORD ART CENTER
"Artistry" through Dec. 31, Church St., Guilford. Ceramics, candles, toys, soap, leather, glass, fine art, metal, jewelry, fiber, wood, ornaments. Hours: Mon-Sat 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun noon-4 p.m. 453-5947. Classes available for all arts media. BROOKFIELD CRAFT CENTER
The 32nd annual holiday exhibition and sale through Dec. 31 in the center's Lynn Tendler Bignell Gallery, Historic Mill Building, Route 25, Brookfield. Pottery, hand-blown glass ornaments, jewelry, wood, glass, leather, quilts. Classes offered in arts and crafts. Hours: Mon-Sat 10 a.m. -5 p.m.; Sun noon-5 p.m. 775-4526
www.brookfieldcraftcenter.org

WOOSTER COMMUNITY ART CENTER
Wooster Community Arts Center offers workshops for adults and children in sculpting, painting and drawing, 73 Miry Brook Road, Danbury. 744-4825.
www.woosterschool.org

Dance

'DANCING FEET' AT QUINNIPIAC
Quinnipiac University's Dance Company with "Sweet as Dancin' Feet" today-Sat 7 p.m., Clarice L. Buckman Theater at Quinnipiac University, Mount Carmel Avenue, Hamden. Free. 582-8652.
www.quinnipiac.edu

BALLROOM TIME
Ballroom dance for singles, couples, widowed, divorced Fri 7:30-11:30 p.m., Knights of Columbus Ballroom, 2630 Whitney Ave., Hamden. Music by Stan Scott. Refreshments, door prizes. $12. Singles and couples. 881-1478.

HOLIDAY BALLROOM BLITZ
A "Holiday Ballroom Blitz" Sun 6:30-11 p.m., Unitarian Universalist Church of Westport, Lyons Plains Road, Westport. Singles and couples, all levels welcome. $15. No jeans. Beginner lesson 6:30 p.m. CelebrateDance@optonline.net.
www.uuwestport.org

WEST COAST SWING
West Coast Swing offered Sat 7-11 p.m., Flash Pointe Dance, 1981 Post Road, Fairfield. 259-1600.

MOSTLY WALTZ
Special holiday dance Sun beginning 3 p.m. at South End Community Center, 70 Canterbury St., East Hartford. $10. No jeans. No partner or experience needed.
www.hcdance.org

LET'S DANCE IN RHYTHM
"Dancing for Dollars" benefit dance party Sat 8-10 p.m., 249 West Main St., Branford. $10, benefits Branford High School Concert Choir and its upcoming trip to Ireland. Classes offered in hustle, salsa, samba, merengue, waltz, tango, bellydancing, swing, and rumba. Call for schedule and rates. At 481-1333.
www.letsdancebranford.com

ITALIAN AMERICAN CLUB
Dance Clubs of North America presents ballroom, disco, Latin and swing dance every Sun 6:30-11:30 p.m., 85 Chase Lane, West Haven. No jeans. $12. (860) 563-2623.
www.whiaca.com

SUNDOWN ESCAPE
Sundown Escape presents a country/patchwork dance every Sun 6:30-10 p.m., Harmony Grange, 2 Shelton Road, Monroe. $8. (860) 868-2683.

PORTUGUESE CULTURAL CENTER
Ballroom dancing every Wed 7-11 p.m., 65 Sand Pit Road, Danbury. With DJ Al Song. Dance lesson 7:15-7:45 p.m. $15. 268-8570.
portugueseculturalcenter.com

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Theatre

Fairs / Festivals

Film

FAIRFIELD PLAYS HOLLYWOOD
Film series "Movies and Families," with showing of "Garden of the Finzi-Continis" (1971), Sun 2 p.m., Fairfield Library's Rotary Room, 1080 Old Post Road, Fairfield. Free. 256-3155.
www.fairfieldpubliclibrary.org

IMAX MOVIES IN NORWALK
The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk's IMAX Theatre, 10 North Water St., Norwalk: Films include "The Polar Express" through Jan. 17; "The Alps" and "Tropical Rainforest." For time schedule, call 852-0700
www.maritimeaquarium.org

Kids

'AUNTIE CLAUS' AT CABARET
The Downtown Cabaret Children's Company with the new musical "Auntie Claus," by Elise Primavera, through Dec. 30, Downtown Cabaret, 263 Golden Hill St., Bridgeport. Performances: Sat, Sun noon, 2:30 p.m. $14. 576-1636.
www.downtowncabaret.org

'AMERICAN GIRL' EVENT AT WHERE IN THE WORLD
Where in the World hosts "American Girl" book club meeting Mon 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the store, 29 Unquowa Road, Fairfield. Discussion of "Thanks to Nicki." 254-2627.
www.gowhereintheworld.com

STEPPING STONES MUSEUM FOR CHILDREN
Ongoing Festival of Lights celebration; focus on Hanukkah this week; storytelling Sat 11:30 a.m. At 303 West Ave., Mathews Park, Norwalk. Toddler Tales Wed 10:15, 10:45 a.m.; science and art programs daily; interactive learning center for children through age 10. "Bubbles Play" and "Healthyville" at museum. Hours: Tues 1-5 p.m.; Wed-Sun 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $8. 899-0606.
www.steppingstonesmuseum.org

KIDS SHOW IN HAMDEN
Hamden Arts Commission presents "The Steadfast Tin Soldier," by the Rogert Rogers Puppet Company, Sat 1, 3 p.m., Thornton Wilder Hall, Miller Cultural Complex, 2901 Dixwell Ave., Hamden. $3, $2 children. 287-2546.
www.hamden.com

'BABES IN TOYLAND' IN BRANFORD
The Puppet House Theatre presents "Babes in Toyland" Fri 7 p.m.; Sat 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.; Sun 2:30 p.m., 128 Thimble Island Road, Stony Creek section of Branford. $8. 932-7085.
www.puppethouse.org

CONNECTICUT CHILDREN'S MUSEUM
22 Wall St., New Haven. Hours: Fri, Sat noon-5 p.m. $5, includes book. 562-5437
www.thechildrensbuilding.org

KIDCITY CHILDREN'S MUSEUM
Exhibits, most hands-on, including Deep Sea Playground, 119 Washington St., Middletown. Regular hours: Sun-Tues 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Wed-Sat 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $5, $3 adults. (860) 347-0495.
www.kidcitymuseum.com

LUTZ CHILDREN'S MUSEUM
Hours: Tues-Fri 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sat and Sun noon to 5 p.m. 247 South Main St., Manchester. $5. (860) 643-0949.
www.lutzmuseum.org

Lectures

ARTISTS WORKSHOP IN FAIRFIELD
The Fairfield Arts Council presents "Selling Without Selling Out: Tools on Promoting Your Artwork," with Denise DiGrigoli Amuso, co-owner of Troy Art and Framing, Wed 7 p.m., Fairfield Arts Council, 70 Sanford St., Fairfield. $10 nonmembers. 319-1419.
www.fairfieldartscouncil.org

Music

BRAZILIAN JAZZ AT CHURCH
Brazilian jazz guitarist Joe Carter and bassist Nilson Matta Wed 12:05-12:35 p.m., United Congregational Church, 877 Park Ave., Bridgeport. Brazilian jazz standards from 1930s to 1960s. Free. 335-3107.
www.uccwebsites.net

CONNECTICUT CHAMBER CHOIR
The Connecticut Chamber Choir presents "Glad Tidings," a concert of seasonal music, Sun 4 p.m., St. Theresa Roman Catholic Church, 5301 Main St., Trumbull. Featuring John Rutter's "Gloria," with brass, organ, and percussion. $15, $12 seniors and students; under 12 free. 261-3216.
www.connecticutchamberchoir.com

MICHAEL AMANTE HOLIDAY BENEFIT
Singer Michael Amante, with orchestra, performs in a holiday concert to benefit Connecticut Children's Burn Camp Sat 7 p.m., Shelton Intermediate School Auditorium, 675 Constitution Boulevard, Shelton. $45. 878-6744.

WINTER CONCERT AT UNITED CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH
The Sacred Heart University annual winter concert with the Concert Choir, 4 Heart Harmony and Liturgical Choir leaders Sun 3 p.m., United Congregational Church, 877 Park Ave., Bridgeport. With accompanist Galen Tate, percussionist Ralph DeMasi and bassist Jim Andrews. Free admission. 371-7735.
www.uccwebsites.net

LISMAN HOLIDAY CONCERT
The 17th annual Frederick Lisman Memorial Holiday Concert, sponsored by the Milford Fine Arts Council, Sun 4 p.m., Milford City Hall, 110 River St., Milford. Music of Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa. With coloratura soprano Marylyn Mulvey, cellist Thirzah Bendokas, Christ the Redeemer's Children's Choir. Free, donations accepted. 878-6674.
www.milfordarts.org

PAUL KING IN STRATFORD
The Stratford Recreation Department and Senior Services present the Paul King Big Band Sound Concert Sun 1 p.m. at the Baldwin Center, West Broad Street, Stratford. Free. Refreshments served. Donation of a canned food item for local pantries is requested. 385-4052.

ROSE WINDOW CONCERT
Rose Window Concert, featuring organist Dr. Andrew Shenton and soprano Janna Baty Sun 3 p.m., First Congregational Church, 2301 Main St., Stratford. Works by Bach, Bairstow, Brahms and more. Free, donations accepted. 378-2644.
firstchurchstratford.org

BIG APPLE CHORUS AND KINGDOM LIFE GOSPEL CHOIR CONCERT
Kingdom Life Gospel Choir and the Big Apple Chorus Sat 6:30 p.m., Parsons Center, West River Street, Milford. $20, $10 ages 12 and under, under age 6 free. Proceeds benefit Beth-El Center in Milford. 877-5464.

FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY GLEE CLUB
The Fairfield University Glee Club presents "Night of Wonder" Fri 8 p.m., Sat 2 p.m., with Festival Orchestra, Fairfield University's Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts, 200 Barlow Road, Fairfield. $10, $6 children. 254-4010 or 1-877-ARTS-396.
www.quickcenter.com

MENDELSSOHN CHOIR IN NORWALK
The Mendelssohn Choir of Connecticut presents "Haydn for the Holidays" Sun 3 p.m., Norwalk Concert Hall, 125 East Ave., Norwalk. $25, $20 seniors, students. 1-800-663-9018.
www.mendelssohnchoir.com

WOODWIND COMPETITION
Connecticut Alliance for Music and Westport Arts Center present 2007 Heida Hermanns International Woodwind Competition Sun 3 p.m., Westport Town Hall, 110 Myrtle Ave., Westport, $20. Semifinals competition Sat 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; 2-5 p.m., Westport Town. Free. 227-7070 or 319-8271.
www.westportartscenter.org

'COOKIE' THOMAS IN STAMFORD
First United Methodist Church presents jazz singer Richard "Cookie" Thomas Sun 4 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 42 Cross Road, Stamford. Holiday classics and selections from "The Great American Songbook." $20, $15 seniors, $10 students, children free. 324-1323.
www.gbgm-umc.org

TRINITY CHOIR CONCERT, NEW HAVEN
Trinity annual Christmas Concert with Trinity Choir Men and Boys Sun 3 p.m., at the church, 129 Church St., New Haven. Suggested donation of $10. 624-3101.

JETHRO TULL AT CHEVROLET THEATRE
Jethro Tull and the Calliandra String Quartet Sat 7:30 p.m., Chevrolet Theatre, 95 South Turnpike Road, Wallingford. $35-$55. 368-1000.
www.livenation.com

SOULFUL CHRISTMAS
Brian Culbertson's "A Soulful Christmas," featuring Gerald Albright, Nick Colionne, Sat 8 p.m., Lyman Center for the Performing Arts, Southern Connecticut State University, 501 Crescent St., New Haven. $30. 392-6154.
www.southernct.edu

FTC
Tony Trischka with bluegrass Fri 7:30 p.m., Fairfield Theatre Company, 70 Sanford St. Fairfield. $32. 259-1036
www.fairfieldtheatre.org

NEWTOWN CHORAL SOCIETY
The Newtown Choral Society presents Benjamin Harlan's "A Candlelight Christmas" Sun 4 p.m., St. John's Episcopal Church, Sandy Hook Center, Newtown. $7, $5 seniors and children. 426-3769.

CONCERT IN GREENWICH
Backcountry Jazz presents an all-star concert Sun 4 p.m., Seven Bridges Foundation, 114 John St., Greenwich. With saxophonist Bennie Wallace, pianist Mulgrew Miller, vibraphonist Steve Nelson, bassist Peter Washington and drummer Herlin Riley. $120, limited. Cocktails precede concert. 829-8765.
www.sevenbridges.org

MUSIC AT SILVERMINE TAVERN
John Cutrone and Friends Fri 8-10:30 p.m. $5. At 194 Perry Ave., Norwalk. 847-4558.
www.silverminetavern.com

MUSIC AT YALE
The Yale School of Music presents a Vista Series concert today 8 p.m., Sprague Memorial Hall, College and Wall streets, New Haven. Free. 432-4158.

Yale Concert Band Fri 7:30 p.m., Woolsey Hall, College and Grove streets, New Haven. Works by Takemitsu, more. Free. 432-4113.

Yale Institute of Sacred Music presents "Dona nobis pacem" Advent concert with Yale Camerata Sat 8 p.m., Battell Chapel, College and Elm streets, New Haven. Free. 432-5062.

Yale School of Music Faculty Artists Series, with violinists Wendy Sharp, Andrea Schulz, Carol Rodland and Marka Gustavsson, and cellists Mimi Wang and Scott Kluksdahl, Sun 4 p.m., Sprague Memorial Hall, College and Wall streets, New Haven. Free. 432-4158.

Yale University Collection of Musical Instruments presents the Tempesta di Mare Chamber Players Sun 3 p.m. at the collection, 15 Hillhouse Ave., New Haven. $20, $15 seniors, $10 students. 432-4158.

Lunchtime Chamber Music showcase Wed 12:30 p.m., Sprague Memorial Hall, College and Wall streets, New Haven. Free. 432-4158.
yale.edu/musicschool

ITALIAN SINGER DIPALMA IN HAMDEN
Rich DiPalma, with "Italian Favorites: From Neapolitan Classics to the Rat Pack," Sun 2 p.m., Thornton Wilder Hall, Miller Cultural Complex, 2901 Dixwell Ave., Hamden. $7, $5 seniors. 287-2546.

MUSIC AT RIDGEFIELD PLAYHOUSE
Singer/songwriter Suzanne Vega Fri 8 p.m. $45-$55; Sha Na Na Rockin' Christmas Show Sun 7 p.m. $55. At 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield. 438-5795.
www.ridgefieldplayhouse.org/

THE PALACE, WATERBURY
The Waterbury Chorale in "Christmas at the Palace 2007" Sat 8 p.m., Palace Theater, 100 East Main Street, Waterbury. $15 and up. 755-4700.
www.palacetheaterct.org

SOUTHINGTON FESTIVAL CHORALE
The Southington Festival Chorale's annual holiday concert "Christmas Fantasy" Sun 3 p.m., Plantsville Congregational Church, 109 Church St., Southington. Free. (860) 628-6823.

'MUSIC FOR CHRISTMAS'
The New England Chamber Choir presents "Music for Christmas" Sun 4 p.m., Saint Andrew's Episcopal Church, 20 Caitlin St., Meriden. Free, donations accepted. (860) 739-2324.

THE WARNER THEATRE
Nutmeg Ballet presents "The Nutcracker" Sat 1 and 5 p.m., and Sun 1 p.m., Warner Theatre, Main Street, Torrington. $17-$37. (860) 489-7180. "A Christmas Carol" Tues for children grades 1-8.
www.warnertheatre.org

HANDEL'S 'MESSIAH'
The Hartford Chorale presents Handel's "Messiah" Sun 3 p.m., Belding Theatre, Bushnell, 166 Capitol Ave., Hartford. (860) 244-2999 for prices.
www.hartfordchorale.org

COAST GUARD MUSIC
United States Coast Guard Chamber Players with "Holiday Brass" Sun 2 p.m., Leamy Hall Auditorium, Mohegan Avenue, New London. Free. (860) 701-6826.
www.cga.edu

ACOUSTIC CELEBRATION IN RIDGEFIELD
The Acoustic Celebration presents slide guitarist Pat Wictor Sun 7 p.m., Temple Shearith Israel, 46 Peaceable St., Ridgefield. $15, $20 at door. 431-6501.
www.tsiridgefield.org

MUSIC AT WEST CONN
The Danbury Community Orchestra Sun 3 p.m., Ives Concert Hall, 181 White St., Danbury. Free. 748-1716. Midtown Coffeehouse today 8 p.m., Ives. 837-9700. CHOATE'S MELLON ART CENTER
"Peace and Joy-A Christmas Celebration" Sat 7:30 p.m., Choate Rosemary Hall, 333 Christian St., Wallingford. $30, $25 seniors. 697-2398.
www.wcsu.edu

UCONN
Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra Sat 8 p.m., Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts, 2132 Hillside Road, Storrs. $30-$60. (860) 486-4226.
www.uconn.edu

WESLEYAN
Parthenia with "As It Fell on a Holie Eve: Early English Christmas Music" Fri 8 p.m., Crowell Hall, Washington Terrace, Middletown. $21. (860) 685-3355. Candlelight concert Sat 8 p.m., Memorial Chapel; Music from East Asia Sun 7 p.m., Crowel. $3; Ebony Singers Mon 8 p.m., Crowell. $7; WeWinds Winter Concert Tues 8 p.m., Crowell; Anthony Braxton Large Ensemble Wed 8 p.m., Crowell. All free.
www.wesleyan.edu

ST. JOHN'S COFFEEHOUSE
Robert Messore's 6th annual Fabulous Guitar Night Sat 7:30 p.m., St. John's Episcopal Church, 400 Humphrey St., New Haven. Featuring Ron Anthony, Dan Bonis, Randy Collins, Stacy Phillips, Betsy Rome, and more. Free coffee and snacks. $10. 787-9642.
www.stjohnsnewhaven.org

Outdoors

HIGH TEA AT FAIRFIELD AUDUBON
Christmas High Tea Sat 4-6 p.m., Connecticut Audubon Birdcraft Museum, 314 Unquowa Road, Fairfield. Donations accepted. 259-0416.
www.ctaudubon.org

NEW CANAAN NATURE CENTER
43rd annual Holiday Market Fri, Sat 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; holiday candle making and crafts Sat 1:30-2:45 p.m. Botanical and gardening classes offered; call for schedule. Live animal presentation every Sat 3:30 p.m. At 144 Oenoke Ridge Road, New Canaan. 966-9577. Works by Lori Lohstoeter on view through Dec. 14.
www.newcanaannature.org

KELLOGG CENTER/OSBORNE HOMESTEAD
Morning bird walk Sat 9 a.m., all levels of birders encouraged to participate. Free, registration required. At 500 Hawthorne Ave., Derby. 734-2513.

ANSONIA NATURE AND RECREATION CENTER
Children can meet center's animals every Sat noon; guided nature hike every Sun 1 p.m. At Deerfield Drive, Ansonia. 736-1053.
www.ansonianaturecenter.org

NEW HAVEN HIKING CLUB
The New Haven Hiking Club offers a hike of Mattabesett Trail Sun, meet at 11:30 a.m. at Route 66 Parking Lot, west of Guida's to Route 68 in Wallingford. 430-6712 for details.
www.nhhc.info

EARTHPLACE: NATURE DISCOVERY CENTER
Trails, touch tank, science exhibits. At 10 Woodside Lane, Westport. 227-7253. Also, Steffi Friedman/MACH student sculpture holiday show and sale begins Sun 1-4 p.m.
www.earthplace.org

SLEEPING GIANT HIKE
Sleeping Giant Park Association offers a "Holiday Hike and Social" Sun 1:30 p.m., Mount Carmel Avenue, Hamden. Meeting at the bulletin board, no pets. Free, open to public, no registration needed. Followed by caroling, campfire and refreshments. 272-7841.
www.sgpa.org

NEW HAVEN BIRD CLUB
Daily hawk watch through Fri at Lighthouse Point Park, Lighthouse Point Road, New Haven. Watch begins 7 a.m. daily. 393-0694.
www.newhavenbirdclub.org

GLASTONBURY AUDUBON
Observe winter birds Sat 2 p.m., Main Street center, Glastonbury. (860) 633-8402.
www.ctaudubon.org

Special Events

WORLD AIDS DAY SERVICE
World AIDS Day service Sun 4 p.m., East End Tabernacle Church, 548 Central Ave., Bridgeport. Sponsored by The Greater Bridgeport Adolescent Pregnancy Program Inc. Theme is "Lift Every Voice; Building Leadership in the Faith Community for the Prevention and Healing of AIDS." 366-8255.

LISA LING AT SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY
Lisa Ling, host of "National Geographic Explorer," Tues 7 p.m., Edgerton Center for the Performing Arts, Sacred Heart University, 5151 Park Ave., Fairfield. $10. 371-7846.
www.edgertoncenter.org

COOKIE CORNER AND CAF
Cookie Corner and Caf Sat 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Unitarian Universalist Church, 96 Chapel St., Stratford. 378-1020.
www.uucgb.org

FESTIVAL OF TABLES
St. Ambrose Parish's Festival of Tables International Sat 5:30 p.m., at the parish, 1596 Boston Ave., Bridgeport. Food from all over the world. $8, $5 children. 333-1336.

INFLATABLE THEATER AT QUICK
Fairfield University's Young Audience Series features The Fred Garbo Inflatable Theater Company Sun 1 and 3 p.m., Fairfield University's Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts, 200 Barlow Road, Fairfield. With ballerina Krista Paulsen. $15, $12 children. 254-4010 or 1-877-ARTS-396.
www.quickcenter.com

FAMILY FIRST EVENT IN FAIRFIELD
Fairfield Museum and History Center Open House Fri 6 p.m.; "Family First event Sun 2 p.m., with "Song, Dance and the Possibilities" by Brian Gilliet. At 370 Beach Road, Fairfield. $5 nonmembers. 259-1598.
www.fairfieldhistoricalsociety.org

HOLIDAY FAIR IN NORWALK
St. Ladislaus Christmas Fair Sat 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Church hall, 6 Soundview Ave., South Norwalk. Features include Chinese auction, Tea Room, White Elephant Room, crafts, Basket of Cheer Raffle, Hungarian luncheon. Free admission. 866-8604.
stladislaus.com

HISTORICAL SOCIETY MEETING
Rebecca Arkenberg discusses the Silas Burton Project at a meeting of the Stratford Historical Society Fri 7 p.m., Christ Episcopal Church, 2000 Main St., Stratford. Open to the public. Refreshments served. 378-0630.
stratfordhistoricalsociety.com

FASHION SHOW IN NORWALK
Fashion Show Fri 7-1 p.m., SoNo Design CoOp, in the South Norwalk Metro-North Train Station. $35-$75.
www.worldfashioncouncil.org

HARUGARI HOLIDAY BAZAAR
Harugari Holiday Bazaar or "Christkindmarkt" Sun noon-5 p.m. at the Harugari Hall, 66 Highland St., West Haven. Crafts, baked goods, food, auction, music.843-244 or 932-3106.
www.harugari.org

GERMANIA SCHWABEN EVENT
The Germania Schwaben's 150th Anniversary event Fri 6-11 p.m., 416 Horace St., Bridgeport upstairs banquet hall, $60, $50 seniors. Cash bar, DJ, raffle. 334-9672.

HOLIDAY ARTIST TRAIL
Holiday Art Trail event Sat and Sun 10 a.m.-5 p.m. in the Westport and Weston area, where artists offer open studios. 222-9264 for maps and details.

GREEN FROM GARDEN CLUB IN NEWTOWN
The Garden Club of Newtown offers a greens sale Sat 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Newtown Meeting House, Main Street, Newtown. Wreaths, swags, table arrangements, holly, crafts. Bake sale, cookbooks. 270-1108.

EVENTS AT KEELER TAVERN MUSEUM
Annual Christmas luncheon and holiday boutique Tues-Dec. 8, 132 Main St., Ridgefield. 438-5485 for schedule and prices, luncheons are $23.
www.keelertavernmuseum.org

SPRING GLEN GARDEN CLUB
Spring Glen Garden Club Holiday Helper event Sat 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Miller Memorial Library, 2901 Dixwell Ave., Hamden. Wreaths, centerpieces, gourmet foods, amaryllis, paper white bulbs, cookie walk. 934-5975.

THE LITCHFIELD SALTWATER GRILLE
26 Commons Drive Route 202, Litchfield. 567-4900. Also, live strolling violinist every Fri beginning 7 p.m.; California sushi nights every Mon. $25.

SCRABBLE CLUB
Towne Billiards in Hamden's monthly Scrabble Club Sat 7 p.m., Towne Billiards, 17 Marne St., Hamden. Every first Sat. Attendees encouraged to bring own boards. All ages and skill levels welcome. 281-7665.

EVENTS AT TEMPLE ISRAEL
Gift Boutique Sun 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; author Jared Cohen with his book "Children of Jihad: Journeys Into the Hearts and Minds of Middle Eastern Youth" Sun 10 a.m.; tot shabbat Sat 9 a.m. At Temple Israel 14 Coleytown Road, Westport. 227-1293.
www.tiwestport.org

Theatre

WESTPORT COUNTRY PLAYHOUSE
Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" through Dec. 29, 25 Powers Court, Westport. Performances: today 2 p.m.; Fri 7 p.m.; Sat and Sun 1,5:30 p.m. $25-$48. 227-4177. Special show Sun 1 p.m. to benefit the Adoption Foundation at Family and Children's Agency, $100, $50 children, 855-8765, ext. 332.
www.playhouseonthegreen.org

LONG WHARF THEATRE
"The Santaland Diaries," by David Sedaris, Tues-Dec. 23, Long Wharf's Stage II, 222 Sargent Drive, New Haven. Performances: Thurs, Fri 8 p.m.; Sat 3, 8 p.m.; Sun 2,7 p.m.; Tues and Wed 7 p.m., $32-$62. 787-4282.
www.longwharf.org/

HARTFORD STAGE
The 10th-annual "A Christmas Carol — A Ghost Story of Christmas," by Charles Dickens, through Dec. 29, with Bill Raymond and Gustave Johnson alternating as Scrooge, 50 Church St., Hartford. Performances: Sat 2, 7:30 p.m.; Sun 2 p.m.; opened caption show Dec. 16 at 2 p.m. $27-$64, children save $10. (860) 527-5151.
www.hartfordstage.org

CURTAIN CALL, STAMFORD
"Miracle on 34th Street" today-Dec. 16, Kweskin Theatre, Sterling Farms Theatre Complex, 1349 Newfield Ave., Stamford. Cabaret seating. Performances: Thurs-Sat 8 p.m.; Sat and Sun 2 p.m. $24, $17 seniors and $12 students and children. 461-6358 ext. 32.
www.curtaincallinc.com

GOODSPEED OPERA HOUSE
The musical "1776," by Peter Stone, music and lyrics by Sherman Edwards, through Dec. 9, Route 82, East Haddam. Performances: Thurs 7:30 p.m.; Fri 8 p.m.; Sat 3, 8 p.m.; Sun 2 p.m.; Wed 2 and 7:30 p.m.; Mon 2 and 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 7 at 2 and 8 p.m.; Dec. 8 at 3 and 8 p.m.; Dec. 9 at 2 p.m. $25-$66. (860) 873-8668.
www.goodspeed.org

SEVEN ANGELS THEATRE
"The Seven Little Foys: A Vaudeville Fable" through Dec. 30, Park Pavilion, Plank Road, Waterbury. Performances: Thurs-Sat 8 p.m.; Sat, Sun 2 p.m.; $32.50-$45, $10 for under 30 years old. 757-4676.
www.sevenangelstheatre.org

THEATERWORKS HARTFORD
"Doubt," a parable by John Patrick Shanley, through Dec. 23, 233 Pearl St., Hartford. Performances: Thurs 7:30 p.m.; Fri 8 p.m.; Sat 2:30, 8 p.m.; Sun 2:30 p.m.; Tues, Wed 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 16, 23 at 7:30 p.m. $35-$45. (860) 527-7838.
www.theaterworkshartford.org

BUSHNELL
The musical "Wicked" through Fri in Mortensen Hall, 166 Capitol Ave., Hartford. $39-$79. Call for schedule. (860) 987-5900.
www.bushnell.org

LUDLOWE, FAIRFIELD
Fairfield Ludlowe High School Drama Club presents "Anne of Green Gables" Fri 8 p.m.; Sat 2 and 8 p.m., Ludlowe Auditorium, 785 Unquowa Road, Fairfield. $7. 255-7201.

AMITY HIGH SCHOOL
The Amity High School Theatre Department presents "The Laramie Project," by Moises Kaufman, Fri 8 p.m. at the school, Newton Road, Woodbridge. Free, donations accepted. No young children please. 397-4830.

YALE REPERTORY THEATRE
"Tartuffe or the Imposter," by Moliere, translated into English verse by Richard Wilbur, Mon-Dec. 22, Yale Repertory Theatre, 1120 Chapel St., New Haven. Performances: Mon 8 p.m., Wed 2, 8 p.m. $35-$58, 432-1234.
www.yalerep.org

UCONN
Connecticut Repertory Theatre presents "Pentecost," by David Edgar, today-Dec. 7, at Jorgensen Theatre, University of Connecticut, Storrs. Performances: today 7:30 p.m.; Fri 8 p.m.; Sat 2,8 p.m.; Sun 2 p.m.; Wed 7:30 p.m. $11-$28. (860) 486-4226.
www.uconn.edu

THE UNITARIAN CHURCH, WESTPORT
American Chamber Orchestra presents the classic holiday opera "Amahl and the Night Visitors" Sat 4 and 7 p.m., Unitarian Church, 10 Lyons Plain Road, Westport. $15 and up. 222-7190.
www.uuwestport.org

CHURCH OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD
The Church of the Good Shepherd presents "The 3 Stories of Christmas," with movie and television star Frank Runyeon, Sat 3 p.m. at the church, 680 Racebrook Road, Orange. $10, $12 at door, $25 preferred seating. 877-2976.

WESTPORT COMMUNITY THEATRE
"Veronica's Room" through Dec. 9, Westport Town Hall, 110 Myrtle Ave., Westport. Performances: Fri, Sat 8 p.m.; Sun 2 p.m. $12-$18. 226-1983.
westportcommunitytheatre.com

CENTER STAGE
Special open house event Sat 11 a.m.-2 p.m., features showcase of arts and dance classes, Center Stage 100 Center St., Shelton. 924-2622.
www.centerstageshelton.com

NEWTOWN'S LITTLE THEATRE
Town Players of Newtown presents "An Evening of One-Acts: Tales of Love, Marriage and More" through Sat, with shows Fri and Sat 8 p.m. Orchard Hill Road, Newtown. 270-9144.
www.danbury.org

PALACE THEATER, WATERBURY
"A Christmas Carol" Wed 7:30 p.m., 100 East Main St., Waterbury. $14-$35. 755-4700.
www.palacetheaterct.org

THEATREWORKS NEW MILFORD
Romantic comedy "The Philadelphia Story" Fri-Dec. 31, 5 Brookside Ave., New Milford. Performances: Fri, Sat 8 p.m.; Dec. 9, 16 at 2 p.m.; show this Sun is sold out. $20. (860) 350-6863.

Pay-What-You-Can Dec. 6 8 p.m. Gala performance Dec. 31 at 8 p.m. $35.
www.theatreworks.us

ST. PAUL'S, GREENWICH
Connecticut Playmakers present "Snow Tunes! Three Very Merry Mini-Musical Parodies and Holiday Sing-A-Long!" Sat and Sun 2 and 4 p.m., St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 200 Riverside Ave., Greenwich. $15, $10 children.
www.ctplaymakers.org

CLOCKWORK REPERTORY THEATRE
"Cartunes!" by Harold J. Pantely through Sat, 133 Main St., Oakville. Performances: Fri, Sat 8:15 p.m. $16. (860) 274-7247.

CONNECTICUT CABARET THEATRE
"Plaid Tiding" Fri-Jan. 5, Webster Mill Road, Berlin. Performances: Fri, Sat 8 p.m. $30. (860) 829-1248.
www.ctcabaret.com

RIDGEFIELD THEATER BARN
Musical "Lucky Stiff" through Dec. 15, 37 Halpin Lane, Ridgefield. Performances: Fri, Sat 8 p.m.; this Sun, 2 p.m. Cabaret seating, bring food and beverages. $24, $20 seniors and students. 431-9850.
www.theaterbarn.org/