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SUMMARY:Face Painting and Faerie Hair
DESCRIPTION:Sundays\, October 5–26\, 10am to 3pm  \nwith Creations by April \nAdditional fees apply \nJoin us in the Gardener’s Grove Wee Faerie Salon! Featuring fantastic face painting and colorful faerie hair. \nCome let one of the creatives from Creations by April transform you and yours into works of art with elaborate face painting and/or colorful faerie hair. \nWee Faerie Village: Gardener’s Grove is on view September 27–November 2\, 2025. \nWee Faerie Village is generously supported by the ForGood Fund\, Suzanne Joffray\, the Community Foundation of Middlesex County (made possible by the Sherry and Herb Clark Family Fund and the Edmund T. and Barbara S. Delaney Fund)\, Chelsea Groton Bank\, and Charter Oak Federal Credit Union.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/face-painting-faerie-hair/2025-10-19/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Childrens Programs,Current Exhibition Programming,Wee Faerie Village
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SUMMARY:Face Painting and Faerie Hair
DESCRIPTION:Sundays\, October 5–26\, 10am to 3pm  \nwith Creations by April \nAdditional fees apply \nJoin us in the Gardener’s Grove Wee Faerie Salon! Featuring fantastic face painting and colorful faerie hair. \nCome let one of the creatives from Creations by April transform you and yours into works of art with elaborate face painting and/or colorful faerie hair. \nWee Faerie Village: Gardener’s Grove is on view September 27–November 2\, 2025. \nWee Faerie Village is generously supported by the ForGood Fund\, Suzanne Joffray\, the Community Foundation of Middlesex County (made possible by the Sherry and Herb Clark Family Fund and the Edmund T. and Barbara S. Delaney Fund)\, Chelsea Groton Bank\, and Charter Oak Federal Credit Union.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/face-painting-faerie-hair/2025-10-19/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Childrens Programs,Current Exhibition Programming,Wee Faerie Village
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SUMMARY:FAMILY EVENT: Farmer Joe's Magic Show: Awesome Magic in Gardener's Grove
DESCRIPTION:Included with Museum Admission\, no advance reservations required \nFarmer Joe is outstanding in his field\, the field of magic that is! Enjoy some stunning magic and side-splitting jokes with Joe Howard\, entertainer extraordinaire—stilt walking\, magic\, and comedy to delight all ages. \nWee Faerie Village: Gardener’s Grove is on view September 27–November 2\, 2025. \nWee Faerie Village is generously supported by the ForGood Fund\, Suzanne Joffray\, the Community Foundation of Middlesex County (made possible by the Sherry and Herb Clark Family Fund and the Edmund T. and Barbara S. Delaney Fund)\, Chelsea Groton Bank\, and Charter Oak Federal Credit Union.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/family-event-farmer-joes-magic-show-awesome-magic-in-gardeners-grove/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
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SUMMARY:HANDS-ON CREATIVITY: Wee Faerie Crafternoons
DESCRIPTION:Sundays\, September 28–November 2\, 11am to 4pm \nIncluded with Admission fee\, no advance reservations required \nDrop into the Museum’s Education Center and enjoy a fun crafting project inspired by the Museum’s family-friendly annual Wee Faerie Village! \nImmerse yourself in the spirit of imagination and whimsy that comes from visiting 30 pint-sized installations across the Museum’s campus. This year’s theme is Gardener’s Grove: our faerie artists were each inspired by a different plant. \nWee Faerie Village: Gardener’s Grove is on view September 27–November 2\, 2025. \nWee Faerie Village is generously supported by the ForGood Fund\, Suzanne Joffray\, the Community Foundation of Middlesex County (made possible by the Sherry and Herb Clark Family Fund and the Edmund T. and Barbara S. Delaney Fund)\, Chelsea Groton Bank\, and Charter Oak Federal Credit Union.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/hands-on-creativity-wee-faerie-crafternoons/2025-10-19/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
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SUMMARY:HANDS-ON CREATIVITY: Wee Faerie Crafternoons
DESCRIPTION:Sundays\, September 28–November 2\, 11am to 4pm \nIncluded with Admission fee\, no advance reservations required \nDrop into the Museum’s Education Center and enjoy a fun crafting project inspired by the Museum’s family-friendly annual Wee Faerie Village! \nImmerse yourself in the spirit of imagination and whimsy that comes from visiting 30 pint-sized installations across the Museum’s campus. This year’s theme is Gardener’s Grove: our faerie artists were each inspired by a different plant. \nWee Faerie Village: Gardener’s Grove is on view September 27–November 2\, 2025. \nWee Faerie Village is generously supported by the ForGood Fund\, Suzanne Joffray\, the Community Foundation of Middlesex County (made possible by the Sherry and Herb Clark Family Fund and the Edmund T. and Barbara S. Delaney Fund)\, Chelsea Groton Bank\, and Charter Oak Federal Credit Union.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/hands-on-creativity-wee-faerie-crafternoons/2025-10-19/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
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SUMMARY:HANDS-ON CREATIVITY: Wee Faerie Crafternoons
DESCRIPTION:Sundays\, September 28–November 2\, 11am to 4pm \nIncluded with Admission fee\, no advance reservations required \nDrop into the Museum’s Education Center and enjoy a fun crafting project inspired by the Museum’s family-friendly annual Wee Faerie Village! \nImmerse yourself in the spirit of imagination and whimsy that comes from visiting 30 pint-sized installations across the Museum’s campus. This year’s theme is Gardener’s Grove: our faerie artists were each inspired by a different plant. \nWee Faerie Village: Gardener’s Grove is on view September 27–November 2\, 2025. \nWee Faerie Village is generously supported by the ForGood Fund\, Suzanne Joffray\, the Community Foundation of Middlesex County (made possible by the Sherry and Herb Clark Family Fund and the Edmund T. and Barbara S. Delaney Fund)\, Chelsea Groton Bank\, and Charter Oak Federal Credit Union.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/hands-on-creativity-wee-faerie-crafternoons/2025-10-19/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
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SUMMARY:DAY TRIP: Study Day at the Frick Collection\, New York\, NY
DESCRIPTION:Please note: This trip is Sold Out. Thank you for your interest! \n$155 (Members 10% Discount); includes transportation\, Frick admission\, and gratuities \nNo refunds after September 15. \nFloGris travelers are venturing back to New York to see the newly reopened and reimagined Frick Collection. \nInternationally recognized as a premier museum and research center\, the Frick is known for its distinguished Old Master paintings and outstanding examples of European sculpture and decorative arts. The collection originated with Henry Clay Frick (1849–1919)\, who bequeathed his home\, paintings\, sculptures\, and decorative arts to the public for their enjoyment. The institution’s holdings—which encompass masterworks from the Renaissance through the nineteenth century—have grown over the decades\, more than doubling in size since the opening of the museum in 1935. The Museum has reopened in 2025 after years under construction. The renovation project created new spaces for the display of art\, conservation\, education\, and programs\, while improving amenities and overall accessibility. \nNote: Lunch will be on your own (more information to be included closer to the trip by organizer). \nBus departs at 8am from the FloGris Museum in Old Lyme\, CT. 6pm return time to CT is approximate and traffic dependent. \nPlease note: to receive a Member discount you MUST be registered with an online account. Not yet registered? Sign up here. All Membership discounts will be automatically applied after you login\, enter registrant information\, and add tickets to your cart. \nThe Museum’s educational programming is supported by the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut; Connecticut Humanities; the Randolph and John Dirks Fund; the John and Kelly Hartman Foundation; the Sally Bill Children’s Education Fund; the Betty M. Challgren Education Fund; the Elizabeth Matthews Hubbard Education Fund; the Ingalls Foundation Education Fund; the Sali Godard Riege Educational Fund; and the Lelan F. Sillin\, Jr. Education Endowment Fund.\n \n \nEducational & Travel Program Refund Policy\nNo refunds for Broadway bus trips or Miss Florence’s Teas after transaction is complete. Refunds for programs over $20 are subject to a $20 cancellation fee. Refunds (less $20 fee) are offered for cancellations made prior to a program’s noted refund date. Programs without a refund date can be cancelled one hour prior to event. No refunds after program takes place. To request a refund or to transfer program fee into a donation\, please email david@flogris.org. (Updated February 2022)
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/day-trip-study-day-at-the-frick-collection-new-york-ny/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Travel
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T140000
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SUMMARY:GALLERY TALK: Inside Out: Contexts for American Art
DESCRIPTION:The Worlds Around Art: Charles Ethan Porter’s Strawberries & Lydia Longacre’s Miniature \nwith Jenny Parsons\, Ph.D.\, Curator of Exhibitions \nIncluded with Museum Admission\, no advance reservations required \nJoin exhibition co-curator Parsons for a discussion of the Charles Ethan Porter and Lydia Longacre sections of the current exhibition Inside Out: Contexts for American Art. The talk will feature information about the artists’ environments as well as the curatorial process for organizing the exhibition. \nInside Out: Contexts for American Art is on view at the Florence Griswold Museum through January 4\, 2026. \nImage: Charles Ethan Porter (1847–1923)\, Strawberries\, 1888. Oil on canvas\, 12 x 16 in. Florence Griswold Museum\, Gift of The Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company\, 2002.1.109\nThis exhibition is made possible with the generous support of HSB\, Department of Economic and Community Development\, Connecticut Office of the Arts\, Foundation for Advancement in Conservation\, as well as donors to the Exhibition Fund and the Annual Fund.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/gallery-talk-the-worlds-around-art-charles-ethan-porters-strawberries-lydia-longacres-miniature/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Current Exhibition Programming
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SUMMARY:Art•Bar Happy Hour: Once Upon a Time: Faerie House in a Book #2
DESCRIPTION:$35 (Members 10% discount) \nwith Julie Riggs\, Manager of Youth Education and Outreach \nPurchase tickets here \nThe Museum’s Art•Bar combines creativity with light fare and libations. Join Julie Riggs for an evening of creative merriment. Create an enchanting wee faerie scene in an open book in celebration of the Museum’s annual Wee Faerie Village event. All materials included. \nHave a fun night out with friends or enjoy a solo crafting adventure. Either way you’re sure to have a night to remember! \nWee Faerie Village: Gardener’s Grove is on view September 27–November 2\, 2025. \nPlease note: to receive a Member discount you MUST be registered with an online account. Not yet registered? Sign up here. All Membership discounts will be automatically applied after you login\, enter registrant information\, and add tickets to your cart. \nWee Faerie Village is generously supported by the ForGood Fund\, Suzanne Joffray\, the Community Foundation of Middlesex County (made possible by the Sherry and Herb Clark Family Fund and the Edmund T. and Barbara S. Delaney Fund)\, Chelsea Groton Bank\, and Charter Oak Federal Credit Union.\n \n \n \nEducational & Travel Program Refund Policy\nNo refunds for Broadway bus trips or Miss Florence’s Teas after transaction is complete. Refunds for programs over $20 are subject to a $20 cancellation fee. Refunds (less $20 fee) are offered for cancellations made prior to a program’s noted refund date. Programs without a refund date can be cancelled one hour prior to event. No refunds after program takes place. To request a refund or to transfer program fee into a donation\, please email david@flogris.org. (Updated February 2022)
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/artbar-happy-hour-once-upon-a-time-faerie-house-in-a-book-2/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T160000
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SUMMARY:FAMILY EVENT: Not-So-Scary Faerie Fun: Halloween in Gardener's Grove
DESCRIPTION:Included with Museum Admission\, no advance reservations required \nDress up as flower\, wee faerie\, or another amusing costume and march your way about in Gardener’s Grove. \nVisit the Education Center for treats and to create a holiday-based craft. \nWee Faerie Village: Gardener’s Grove is on view September 27–November 2\, 2025. \nWee Faerie Village is generously supported by the ForGood Fund\, Suzanne Joffray\, the Community Foundation of Middlesex County (made possible by the Sherry and Herb Clark Family Fund and the Edmund T. and Barbara S. Delaney Fund)\, Chelsea Groton Bank\, and Charter Oak Federal Credit Union.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/family-event-not-so-scary-faerie-fun-halloween-in-gardeners-grove/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T130000
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SUMMARY:FAMILY EVENT: Kyle's Magical Mystery Autumn Tree Tour
DESCRIPTION:with Kyle Gregoire\, Manager of Visitor Services \nIncluded with Museum Admission\, no advance reservations required \nWhy do leaves change color? What kind of tree is that? How old is that tree? \nWalk about Wee Faerie Village: Gardener’s Grove with the Museum’s own tree expert to learn the answer to all these tree questions and how to identify types of trees. Fun and informative for all ages with nature games along the way. Costumes welcomed. \nWee Faerie Village: Gardener’s Grove is on view September 27–November 2\, 2025. \nWee Faerie Village is generously supported by the ForGood Fund\, Suzanne Joffray\, the Community Foundation of Middlesex County (made possible by the Sherry and Herb Clark Family Fund and the Edmund T. and Barbara S. Delaney Fund)\, Chelsea Groton Bank\, and Charter Oak Federal Credit Union.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/family-event-kyles-magical-mystery-autumn-tree-tour/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Childrens Programs,Current Exhibition Programming,Garden Events,Wee Faerie Village
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T150000
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SUMMARY:FAMILY EVENT: Fairy Walk! Book Reading and Signing
DESCRIPTION:with Gaia Cornwall\, Children’s Author-Illustrator \nGaia will read two times: 11am and 2pm \nIncluded with Museum Admission\, no advance reservations required \nJoin Cornwall for story time in Wee Faerie Village: Gardener’s Grove. There will be reading\, crafts\, giggles\, and even some secrets about her latest book Fairy Walk! Fairy wings and/or fancy dress encouraged. \nCornwall lives in Old Lyme\, Connecticut with her family – a husband\, two kiddos\, and two dogs – who they suspect are real\, live muppets. Her latest picture book\, Fairy Walk (Candlewick Press) celebrates the magic of nature. Books will be available for purchase in the FloGris Shop. Learn more about the author here. \nWee Faerie Village: Gardener’s Grove is on view September 27–November 2\, 2025. \nWee Faerie Village is generously supported by the ForGood Fund\, Suzanne Joffray\, the Community Foundation of Middlesex County (made possible by the Sherry and Herb Clark Family Fund and the Edmund T. and Barbara S. Delaney Fund)\, Chelsea Groton Bank\, and Charter Oak Federal Credit Union.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/family-event-fairy-walk-book-reading-and-signing-2/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251103
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251104
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SUMMARY:FOOD DRIVE
DESCRIPTION:[new] \nGracious Holiday Generosity \nNovember 29–January 4 \nVisitors are encouraged to bring in a non-perishable food donation for the Shoreline Soup Kitchens and Pantries during the holiday season. \nParticipants receive $1 off Museum Admission for each member in the party. \nHoliday Magic is on view at the Florence Griswold Museum November 29–January 4.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/food-drive-2-2/2025-11-03/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Childrens Programs,Current Exhibition Programming,Holiday Magic
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001149
CREATED:20250909T003001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T142949Z
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SUMMARY:Art•Bar Happy Hour: Bespoke Holiday Cards and Printmaking #1
DESCRIPTION:$35 (Members 10% discount) \nwith Julie Riggs\, Manager of Youth Education and Outreach \nPurchase tickets here \nThe Museum’s Art•Bar combines creativity with light fare and libations. Join Julie Riggs for an evening of creative merriment. Make a selection of unique cards and colorful prints to share this holiday season. All materials included. \nHave a fun night out with friends or enjoy a solo crafting adventure. Either way you’re sure to have a night to remember! \nPlease note: to receive a Member discount you MUST be registered with an online account. Not yet registered? Sign up here. All Membership discounts will be automatically applied after you login\, enter registrant information\, and add tickets to your cart. \nThe Museum’s educational programming is supported by the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut; Connecticut Humanities; the Randolph and John Dirks Fund; the John and Kelly Hartman Foundation; the Sally Bill Children’s Education Fund; the Betty M. Challgren Education Fund; the Elizabeth Matthews Hubbard Education Fund; the Ingalls Foundation Education Fund; the Sali Godard Riege Educational Fund; and the Lelan F. Sillin\, Jr. Education Endowment Fund.\n \n \nEducational & Travel Program Refund Policy\nNo refunds for Broadway bus trips or Miss Florence’s Teas after transaction is complete. Refunds for programs over $20 are subject to a $20 cancellation fee. Refunds (less $20 fee) are offered for cancellations made prior to a program’s noted refund date. Programs without a refund date can be cancelled one hour prior to event. No refunds after program takes place. To request a refund or to transfer program fee into a donation\, please email david@flogris.org. (Updated February 2022)
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/artbar-happy-hour-bespoke-holiday-cards-and-printmaking-1/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Art Bar,Holiday Magic
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001149
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SUMMARY:SCULPTING DEMONSTRATIONS: Conjuring from Clay
DESCRIPTION:Live Sculpture Demonstrations in the Gallery \nwith Joseph Van Buren\, Jordan JT Hein\, and Marina Melluzzo\, Advance Sculpture Students/Student Instructors\, Lyme Academy of Fine Arts \nIncluded with Museum Admission\, no advance reservations required \nJoin a group of sculptors for an on-going demonstration of the process of creating a figural form using clay. Sculptors will present the traditional approach to modeling\, a process very similar to the historic studio practice of sculptor John Rogers\, whose work is on view in the current exhibition\, Inside Out: Contexts for American Art. \nInside Out: Contexts for American Art is on view at the Florence Griswold Museum through January 4\, 2026. \nThis exhibition is made possible with the generous support of HSB\, Department of Economic and Community Development\, Connecticut Office of the Arts\, Foundation for Advancement in Conservation\, as well as donors to the Exhibition Fund and the Annual Fund.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/sculpting-demonstrations/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Current Exhibition Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001149
CREATED:20250924T215645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T215645Z
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SUMMARY:ANNUAL SAMUEL THORNE MEMORIAL LECTURE
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, November 8\, 5pm \nOnce Upon a Pedestal: Figural Sculpture–Then\, Now\, Next \nChad Fisher\, Charlotte Colby Danly Sculpture Chair\, Lyme Academy of Fine Arts \nMeeting House\, First Congregational Church of Old Lyme\, 2 Ferry Road\, Old Lyme\, CT \nFREE but reservations required. Please sign up here. \nJoin Fisher for an exploration of the rich history of the figural sculpture beginning with the Egyptians and highlighting the French academic traditions with artists such as Duret\, Rodin\, and Carpeaux. His talk will explore the role of American sculptors including Charles Grafly\, John Rogers\, Paul Manship\, and Lyme’s own Bessie Potter Vonnoh. As both a sculptor and sculpture instructor\, Fisher shares his holistic approach to both the creation and exhibition of sculpture and its potential impact in both private and public spaces. \nThorne Lecture is an endowed lecture series that allows the Museum to invite distinguished speakers and thinkers to share their work with the FloGris family. It is named in memory of Samuel Thorne\, who served as the Museum’s President in the 1950s. Mr. Thorne’s widow and son established this signature program in 1995. \nJoin us this year to learn about figurative sculpture and the study of movement with Chad Fisher of the Lyme Academy of Fine Arts. Fisher is featured in the new video on view in the exhibition Inside Out: Contexts for American Art at the Florence Griswold Museum\, September 27–January 4.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/annual-samuel-thorne-memorial-lecture/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church of Old Lyme\, 2 Ferry Road|2 Ferry Road\, Old Lyme|Old Lyme\, 06371|06371\, United States|United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Current Exhibition Programming
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001149
CREATED:20251002T000835Z
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SUMMARY:GALLERY TALK: Inside Out: Contexts for American Art
DESCRIPTION:with Amy Kurtz Lansing\, Curator \nIncluded with Museum Admission\, no advance reservations required \nJoin exhibition co-curator Lansing for a discussion of the Alice Mather and Irving N. Leveton sections of the current exhibition\, Inside Out: Contexts for American Art. The talk will focus on the artists and the periods during which they worked. \nInside Out: Contexts for American Art is on view at the Florence Griswold Museum through January 4\, 2026. \nImage: Irving N. Leveton (1916–1997)\, Millinery Shop\, 1938. Tempera on Masonite\, 38 x 32 in. Florence Griswold Museum\, Purchase\, 2024.39\nThis exhibition is made possible with the generous support of HSB\, Department of Economic and Community Development\, Connecticut Office of the Arts\, Foundation for Advancement in Conservation\, as well as donors to the Exhibition Fund and the Annual Fund.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/gallery-talk-inside-out-2/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Current Exhibition Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001149
CREATED:20250909T003228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T143027Z
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SUMMARY:Art•Bar Happy Hour: Bespoke Holiday Cards and Printmaking #2
DESCRIPTION:$35 (Members 10% discount) \nwith Julie Riggs\, Manager of Youth Education and Outreach \nPurchase tickets here \nThe Museum’s Art•Bar combines creativity with light fare and libations. Join Julie Riggs for an evening of creative merriment. Make a selection of unique cards and colorful prints to share this holiday season. All materials included. \nHave a fun night out with friends or enjoy a solo crafting adventure. Either way you’re sure to have a night to remember! \nPlease note: to receive a Member discount you MUST be registered with an online account. Not yet registered? Sign up here. All Membership discounts will be automatically applied after you login\, enter registrant information\, and add tickets to your cart. \nThe Museum’s educational programming is supported by the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut; Connecticut Humanities; the Randolph and John Dirks Fund; the John and Kelly Hartman Foundation; the Sally Bill Children’s Education Fund; the Betty M. Challgren Education Fund; the Elizabeth Matthews Hubbard Education Fund; the Ingalls Foundation Education Fund; the Sali Godard Riege Educational Fund; and the Lelan F. Sillin\, Jr. Education Endowment Fund.\n \n \nEducational & Travel Program Refund Policy\nNo refunds for Broadway bus trips or Miss Florence’s Teas after transaction is complete. Refunds for programs over $20 are subject to a $20 cancellation fee. Refunds (less $20 fee) are offered for cancellations made prior to a program’s noted refund date. Programs without a refund date can be cancelled one hour prior to event. No refunds after program takes place. To request a refund or to transfer program fee into a donation\, please email david@flogris.org. (Updated February 2022)
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/artbar-happy-hour-bespoke-holiday-cards-and-printmaking-2/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Art Bar,Holiday Magic
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001149
CREATED:20250924T231025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T231025Z
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SUMMARY:ART FILM AT THE KATE: Caravaggio
DESCRIPTION:Frames in Film: Presented by The Kate & Florence Griswold Museum \n$17 (Members $15); ticket price includes box office fee. Visit katharinehepburntheater.org or call 860.510.0453 \nFloGris Members call 860.434.5542 x111 for discount code \nFive years in production\, this is the most extensive film ever made about one of the greatest artists of all time – Caravaggio. Featuring masterpiece after masterpiece and with first-hand testimony from the artist himself on the eve of his mysterious disappearance\, this beautiful new film reveals Caravaggio as never before.  \nCaravaggio’s masterpieces are some of art’s most instantly recognizable. No one else uses his signature blend of dramatic light\, intense naturalism and bold\, striking figures. His incredible paintings have captivated audiences for centuries. But there lies a deeper mystery — one that still beckons us to explore.   \nRuntime: 100 minutes
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/art-film-at-the-kate-caravaggio/
LOCATION:Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center\, 300 Main Street\, Old Saybrook\, CT\, 06475
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Film Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001149
CREATED:20251001T002219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T144052Z
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SUMMARY:GALLERY TOUR: Fall Exhibitions: "Inside Out" and "Fall Into Impressionism"
DESCRIPTION:with Maria Varga\, Museum Docent \nIncluded with Museum Admission\, no advance reservations required \nJoin Museum Docent Maria Varga for a guided tour of the current exhibitions Inside Out: Contexts for American Art and Fall Into Impressionism. Tour will include an introduction to the interactive approach to five works of art from the collection as well as an amazing selection of seasonal Impressionist paintings. \nImage: Frank Vincent DuMond\, Grassy Hill\, 1920. Oil on canvas\, 23 5/8 in. x 29 1/2 in. Florence Griswold Museum\, Gift of Elisabeth DuMond Perry\, 1974.9\nInside Out is made possible with the generous support of HSB\, Department of Economic and Community Development\, Connecticut Office of the Arts\, Foundation for Advancement in Conservation\, as well as donors to the Exhibition Fund and the Annual Fund. Fall Into Impressionism is made possible with the generous support of HSB\, Department of Economic and Community Development\, Connecticut Office of the Arts\, as well as donors to the Exhibition Fund and the Annual Fund.\n 
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/gallery-tour-fall-exhibitions-inside-out-and-fall-into-impressionism-2/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Current Exhibition Programming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251128
DTSTAMP:20260404T001149
CREATED:20250402T193109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T193109Z
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SUMMARY:Museum Closed
DESCRIPTION:Please note: The Museum will be closed Thursday\, November 27 in observance of the holiday.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/museum-closed-7/
LOCATION:CT
CATEGORIES:Museum Announcements
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251129
DTSTAMP:20260404T001149
CREATED:20250402T193200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T193200Z
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SUMMARY:Museum Closed
DESCRIPTION:Please note: The Museum will be closed Friday\, November 28 in observance of the holiday.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/museum-closed-10/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
CATEGORIES:Museum Announcements
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001149
CREATED:20250926T214642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T143837Z
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SUMMARY:MINDFULNESS EVENT: Forest Bathing Along the Artists' Trail
DESCRIPTION:with Regan Stacey\, Certified Forest Therapy Guide \n$45 (Members 10% discount) \nPurchase tickets here \nAwaken your senses through a guided Forest Bathing experience along the Museum’s Artists’ Trail. Rain or shine (dress accordingly). \nForest Bathing\, also known as Forest Therapy\, fosters a reconnection with nature through a slow-paced walk\, punctuated with invitations that open your senses to engage with the natural world. As a certified Forest Therapy Guide\, Regan Stacey designs and facilitates forest bathing experiences to be in rhythm with the seasonal landscape\, thus offering you an optimum opportunity to reconnect to nature and yourself. \n“Please know you made a difference in my life and wellbeing at the Flo Gris. I think the effort you make is an excellent match for the Museum because the artists came for what you are directing people to visit and experience\, not just lunch and a tour.” —Forest Bathing Participant \nPlease note: to receive a Member discount\, you must be registered with an online account. Not yet registered? Sign up here! All Membership discounts will be automatically applied after you login\, enter registrant information\, and add tickets to your cart. \nPhoto courtesy of Regan Stacey.\nThe Museum’s educational programming is supported by the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut; Connecticut Humanities; the Randolph and John Dirks Fund; the John and Kelly Hartman Foundation; the Sally Bill Children’s Education Fund; the Betty M. Challgren Education Fund; the Elizabeth Matthews Hubbard Education Fund; the Ingalls Foundation Education Fund; the Sali Godard Riege Educational Fund; and the Lelan F. Sillin\, Jr. Education Endowment Fund.\n\n \nEducational & Travel Program Refund Policy\nNo refunds for Broadway bus trips or Miss Florence’s Teas after transaction is complete. Refunds for programs over $20 are subject to a $20 cancellation fee. Refunds (less $20 fee) are offered for cancellations made prior to a program’s noted refund date. Programs without a refund date can be cancelled one hour prior to event. No refunds after program takes place. To request a refund or to transfer program fee into a donation\, please email david@flogris.org. (Updated February 2022)
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/mindfulness-event-forest-bathing-along-the-artists-trail-6/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Wellness
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001149
CREATED:20250930T211335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T211335Z
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SUMMARY:SHOP EVENT: Museum Store Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Museum Store Sunday—An International Day of Savings \nMuseum Store Sunday offers a special shopping experience in one-of-a-kind stores\, showcasing broad assortments of highly curated\, unique\, mission-related gifts. Shop local this holiday season and support the Florence Griswold Museum’s mission! \nSave 20% storewide in the FloGris Shop + 50% off select books. No further discounts apply. In-store only.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/shop-event-museum-store-sunday/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
CATEGORIES:Museum Shop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T001149
CREATED:20250930T193319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T143917Z
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SUMMARY:SPECIAL HOLIDAY EVENT: What Would Mrs. Claus Do?
DESCRIPTION:A Celebration of Mrs. Claus \n11am and 2pm \nwith Pamela McColl\, Author and Cultural Historian \nJoin McColl for a festive presentation celebrating the fascinating Christmas character Mrs. Claus. McColl shares her knowledge of the art and literature that chronicle the character and draws from her new book What Would Mrs. Claus Do? in which Mrs. Claus offers tips for living according to her “Fa-La-La-La Philosophy” along with ideas for making the most of the holiday season. \nMcColl’s publications What Would Mrs. Claus Do?: Where There is a Wish\, There is a Way and Wondrous Mrs. Claus – A Literary and Pictorial Review of the Christmas Character will be available for purchase in the FloGris Shop. \nThis presentation is a tribute to Florence Griswold who was born on Christmas Day 1850\, one year prior to the arrival of Mrs. Claus\, and who contributed significantly to the benefit of others through her support and enthusiasm for the arts. \nHoliday Magic is on view at the Florence Griswold Museum November 29–January 4. \nThe Museum’s educational programming is supported by the Community Foundation of Eastern Connecticut; Connecticut Humanities; the Randolph and John Dirks Fund; the John and Kelly Hartman Foundation; the Sally Bill Children’s Education Fund; the Betty M. Challgren Education Fund; the Elizabeth Matthews Hubbard Education Fund; the Ingalls Foundation Education Fund; the Sali Godard Riege Educational Fund; and the Lelan F. Sillin\, Jr. Education Endowment Fund.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/special-holiday-event-what-would-mrs-claus-do/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Book Event,Childrens Programs,Current Exhibition Programming,Holiday Magic
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SUMMARY:Miss Florence's Teas 2025
DESCRIPTION:Reservations for this Tea seating have now closed. \nTuesday through Sunday\, December 2 through January 4. Two seatings each day at 11am and 2pm (unless otherwise noted below) \n$45 (Members 10% off); ticket includes Tea seating\, Admission to the Museum\, and 10% off purchases in the FloGris Shop (20% off for Museum Members!) \nMembers receive 10% off on Tea ticket purchases. All Members have been emailed a discount code to enter at checkout to get their discount. If you do not have your code\, please contact the Front Desk: 860.434.5542 x111 or FrontDesk@FloGris.org. \nYou will be served tea\, tea sandwiches\, and seasonal sweets by Gourmet Galley while overlooking the wintry splendor of the Lieutenant River. We can accommodate gluten free and vegetarian. Regrettably\, we cannot accommodate dairy-free requests. Please note dietary restrictions when registering for each guest in your party. \nTickets go on sale to Museum Members Friday\, October 24 and to the public on Saturday\, November 1. Not yet a Member? Become a Museum Member today! \nNEW THIS YEAR – Teas on Sundays! No Teas on Mondays\, December 24\, 25\, 31\, January 1\, or December 4 at 2pm. \nLimit 6 tickets purchased per person per Tea. We can only accommodate tables of 6 and under. For groups larger than 6\, please contact Kyle Gregoire to book: 860.434.5542 x110 or Kyle@FloGris.org. \nNO REFUNDS on Miss Florence’s Teas after transaction is complete. In the event of inclement weather causing a Museum closure\, full refunds will be given to ticketholders on the affected date. No physical tickets will be issued for Teas. The name of the ticket purchaser will be all that is needed to check-in on the day of your Tea.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/miss-florences-teas-2025-5/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Holiday Magic,Miss Florence's Teas
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SUMMARY:Miss Florence's Teas 2025
DESCRIPTION:Reservations for this Tea seating have now closed. \nTuesday through Sunday\, December 2 through January 4. Two seatings each day at 11am and 2pm (unless otherwise noted below) \n$45 (Members 10% off); ticket includes Tea seating\, Admission to the Museum\, and 10% off purchases in the FloGris Shop (20% off for Museum Members!) \nMembers receive 10% off on Tea ticket purchases. All Members have been emailed a discount code to enter at checkout to get their discount. If you do not have your code\, please contact the Front Desk: 860.434.5542 x111 or FrontDesk@FloGris.org. \nYou will be served tea\, tea sandwiches\, and seasonal sweets by Gourmet Galley while overlooking the wintry splendor of the Lieutenant River. We can accommodate gluten free and vegetarian. Regrettably\, we cannot accommodate dairy-free requests. Please note dietary restrictions when registering for each guest in your party. \nTickets go on sale to Museum Members Friday\, October 24 and to the public on Saturday\, November 1. Not yet a Member? Become a Museum Member today! \nNEW THIS YEAR – Teas on Sundays! No Teas on Mondays\, December 24\, 25\, 31\, January 1\, or December 4 at 2pm. \nLimit 6 tickets purchased per person per Tea. We can only accommodate tables of 6 and under. For groups larger than 6\, please contact Kyle Gregoire to book: 860.434.5542 x110 or Kyle@FloGris.org. \nNO REFUNDS on Miss Florence’s Teas after transaction is complete. In the event of inclement weather causing a Museum closure\, full refunds will be given to ticketholders on the affected date. No physical tickets will be issued for Teas. The name of the ticket purchaser will be all that is needed to check-in on the day of your Tea.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/miss-florences-teas-2025-2-4/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
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SUMMARY:Miss Florence's Teas 2025
DESCRIPTION:Reservations for this Tea seating have now closed. \nTuesday through Sunday\, December 2 through January 4. Two seatings each day at 11am and 2pm (unless otherwise noted below) \n$45 (Members 10% off); ticket includes Tea seating\, Admission to the Museum\, and 10% off purchases in the FloGris Shop (20% off for Museum Members!) \nMembers receive 10% off on Tea ticket purchases. All Members have been emailed a discount code to enter at checkout to get their discount. If you do not have your code\, please contact the Front Desk: 860.434.5542 x111 or FrontDesk@FloGris.org. \nYou will be served tea\, tea sandwiches\, and seasonal sweets by Gourmet Galley while overlooking the wintry splendor of the Lieutenant River. We can accommodate gluten free and vegetarian. Regrettably\, we cannot accommodate dairy-free requests. Please note dietary restrictions when registering for each guest in your party. \nTickets go on sale to Museum Members Friday\, October 24 and to the public on Saturday\, November 1. Not yet a Member? Become a Museum Member today! \nNEW THIS YEAR – Teas on Sundays! No Teas on Mondays\, December 24\, 25\, 31\, January 1\, or December 4 at 2pm. \nLimit 6 tickets purchased per person per Tea. We can only accommodate tables of 6 and under. For groups larger than 6\, please contact Kyle Gregoire to book: 860.434.5542 x110 or Kyle@FloGris.org. \nNO REFUNDS on Miss Florence’s Teas after transaction is complete. In the event of inclement weather causing a Museum closure\, full refunds will be given to ticketholders on the affected date. No physical tickets will be issued for Teas. The name of the ticket purchaser will be all that is needed to check-in on the day of your Tea.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/miss-florences-teas-2025-6/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
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SUMMARY:Miss Florence's Teas 2025
DESCRIPTION:Reservations for this Tea seating have now closed. \nTuesday through Sunday\, December 2 through January 4. Two seatings each day at 11am and 2pm (unless otherwise noted below) \n$45 (Members 10% off); ticket includes Tea seating\, Admission to the Museum\, and 10% off purchases in the FloGris Shop (20% off for Museum Members!) \nMembers receive 10% off on Tea ticket purchases. All Members have been emailed a discount code to enter at checkout to get their discount. If you do not have your code\, please contact the Front Desk: 860.434.5542 x111 or FrontDesk@FloGris.org. \nYou will be served tea\, tea sandwiches\, and seasonal sweets by Gourmet Galley while overlooking the wintry splendor of the Lieutenant River. We can accommodate gluten free and vegetarian. Regrettably\, we cannot accommodate dairy-free requests. Please note dietary restrictions when registering for each guest in your party. \nTickets go on sale to Museum Members Friday\, October 24 and to the public on Saturday\, November 1. Not yet a Member? Become a Museum Member today! \nNEW THIS YEAR – Teas on Sundays! No Teas on Mondays\, December 24\, 25\, 31\, January 1\, or December 4 at 2pm. \nLimit 6 tickets purchased per person per Tea. We can only accommodate tables of 6 and under. For groups larger than 6\, please contact Kyle Gregoire to book: 860.434.5542 x110 or Kyle@FloGris.org. \nNO REFUNDS on Miss Florence’s Teas after transaction is complete. In the event of inclement weather causing a Museum closure\, full refunds will be given to ticketholders on the affected date. No physical tickets will be issued for Teas. The name of the ticket purchaser will be all that is needed to check-in on the day of your Tea.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/miss-florences-teas-2025-2-5/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
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SUMMARY:Miss Florence's Teas 2025
DESCRIPTION:Reservations for this Tea seating have now closed. \nTuesday through Sunday\, December 2 through January 4. Two seatings each day at 11am and 2pm (unless otherwise noted below) \n$45 (Members 10% off); ticket includes Tea seating\, Admission to the Museum\, and 10% off purchases in the FloGris Shop (20% off for Museum Members!) \nMembers receive 10% off on Tea ticket purchases. All Members have been emailed a discount code to enter at checkout to get their discount. If you do not have your code\, please contact the Front Desk: 860.434.5542 x111 or FrontDesk@FloGris.org. \nYou will be served tea\, tea sandwiches\, and seasonal sweets by Gourmet Galley while overlooking the wintry splendor of the Lieutenant River. We can accommodate gluten free and vegetarian. Regrettably\, we cannot accommodate dairy-free requests. Please note dietary restrictions when registering for each guest in your party. \nTickets go on sale to Museum Members Friday\, October 24 and to the public on Saturday\, November 1. Not yet a Member? Become a Museum Member today! \nNEW THIS YEAR – Teas on Sundays! No Teas on Mondays\, December 24\, 25\, 31\, January 1\, or December 4 at 2pm. \nLimit 6 tickets purchased per person per Tea. We can only accommodate tables of 6 and under. For groups larger than 6\, please contact Kyle Gregoire to book: 860.434.5542 x110 or Kyle@FloGris.org. \nNO REFUNDS on Miss Florence’s Teas after transaction is complete. In the event of inclement weather causing a Museum closure\, full refunds will be given to ticketholders on the affected date. No physical tickets will be issued for Teas. The name of the ticket purchaser will be all that is needed to check-in on the day of your Tea.
URL:https://flogris.org/calendar/miss-florences-teas-2025-8/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,Holiday Magic,Miss Florence's Teas
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