Colchester, CT

The Colchester Fish & Game Club will hold its annual Clam Bake, Sat Aug 23 starting about noon at the club. There will be clam chowder, steamers, hamburgers and hot dogs all day. There will also be plenty of games including volleyball, horseshoes and activities for the kids. This picnic is open to the public-all are welcome. Dinner Will be served at about 5:30 pm and includes a choice of steak or lobster with boiled red potatoes, corn on the cob, salad and more. Tickets are $30 and available now at the clubhouse, Advanced purchase is recommended. For more information or directions, call 537-2593.

On Sunday Aug 17 from 3:30-6:30 pm the Ahavath Achim Synagogue on Lebanon Ave in Colchester, will hold a Chicken BBQ. This complete chicken dinner includes half a kosher chicken, a baked potato, cole slaw, a roll and dessert for $10. The BBQ chicken is prepared with the same "secret" marinade that has been used for the past 40 years. The public is welcome to either eat in the synagogue hall, pick up their dinners at the drive through (in the rear of the building) or have their dinner delivered. Call 537-2809 to reserve dinners, or for in town delivery. Soda or bottled water is available for $1. Free coffee is available for those dining in the social hall.

The Colchester Dental Group will particpate in the 17th Annual Steeple Chase Bike Tour, Saturday Aug 16. The tour will consist of four routes, ranging in length from 20 to 11 miles, through northeastern CT's "quiet Corner". Funds are being raised for Interfaith Ministry and Perception Programs, two local nonprofit social service groups in the Windham area. You can help the Dental Group meet its goal by sponsoring Babinski and his staff. Donations are appreciated.

Indigo Lily Co. in Colchester, CT is hosting a summer long Traveling Artsts' Series. Every Sat & Sun people can meet the local artisans whose work is featured in the shop, ask questions and even participate during some events. There will e jewelers, potters, a book signing, photography, painters, garden art sculptors, greeting card makers and more. All demonstrations will take place outside in front of the store, weather permitting. To find out more about this event, visit www.indigolilycompany.com or call Carissa at 537-0234.

Indigo Lily Co. in Colchester, CT is hosting a summer long Traveling Artits' Series. Every sat & Sun through the end of July, people can meet the local artisans whose work is featured in the shop, ask questions and even participate during some events. There will be jewelers, potters, a book signing, photography, painters, garden art sculptors, greeting card makers and more. All demonstrations will take place outside in front of the store, weather permitting. To find out more about this event, visit www.indigolilycompany.com or call Carissa at 537-0234.