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February 2, 2016 |
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Haddam Historical Society
P.O. Box 97
Haddam, CT 06438
860-345-2400
contact@haddamhistory.
org
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From the Archives
F
ebruary 2, 1872
Diary of Frances Clark of Haddam Neck
Age 15
"Pleasant and Cold. We all spent the evening up to Mr. John Brainards. Had a very pleasant time."
Next day it snowed all day and she worked on her "tatting" collar.
Other highlights of February 1872 included playing croquet on the snow with friends, being vaccinated by Dr. Worthington,hunting walnuts in the woods, traveling to Middletown to have two teeth filled with gold and sledding.
Croquet in the snow????
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Valentine's Day Craft
Sunday, February 7, 2016
1 pm
Thankful Arnold House Museum, 14 Hayden Hill Road, Haddam, CT
Join the Haddam Historical Society to create a homemade Valentine for that special person using paper craft,
quilling or decoupage. All materials will be supplied by the museum.
Cost is $4 per person.
To register call 860-
345-2400 or email [email protected].
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Felting Workshop
February 21, 2016
1 pm
Thankful Arnold House Museum, 14 Hayden Hill Road, Haddam,
Cost $15
Needle felt a 5x7 landscape "painting"
Vivienne McGarry, fiber artist, of Cold Goats Farm in Haddam Neck will lead a workshop to create a felted landscape
suitable for framing.
For this workshop attendees are asked to bring pictures of landscapes (photos, paintings or drawings, the more the
better) with elements they would like to incorporate in their felted picture. The museum will have examples also
available for you to use.
This project isn't made up in kit form. All the supplies will be provided for you to finish your painting in class.
Snow date is February 28, 2016
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The 43rd Connecticut Spring Antiques Show
March 19 and 20, 2016; Saturday 10-5; Sunday 11-4
Hartford Armory, 360 Broad Street, Hartford, CT
Admission- $15, Free Parking
The Connecticut Spring Antiques Show, "an American treasure trove", returns to the landmark Hartford Armory on March 19 and 20, 2016.
Long known and admired for its focus on pre-1840 American furniture and decorative objects, the show will feature
over 60 of New England's and the nation's most respected antiques dealers. This year the show is adding folk art to
compliment the early American pieces and accessories to attract a larger audience and provide a wider selection of
outstanding and unique objects.
The show not only attracts long-time serious collections but strives to invite and educate both young and new
collectors and those who have a passion for American decorative arts and furnishings. The show will also feature
educational programs that should interest the majority of attendees. There will be a catered tea room on site. On
Sunday, March 20 visitor's age 35 and young receive free admission to the show.
Educational Programs for 2016:
AMERICAN FOLK ART: THE FANCY AND FANTASY
Bev Norwood, The Norwoods' Spirit of America
Saturday, 2 pm
FURNITURE RESTORATION 101
Jim Gozzo, Gozzo Antiques and Restorations
Sunday,1 pm
"Looking at the Details"
A GLIMPSE INTO THE SPECIAL FOLK ART ELEMENTS OF ANTIQUES
John Chaski
Sunday,2 pm
For more information please visit www.ctspringantiquesshow.com or find us on Facebook.
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Looking for Antiques Show Volunteers
Volunteer Coordinator, Amy Roper still has a few volunteer slots left to fill for the Antiques Show particularly on
Saturday, March 19, 2016. We primarily need volunteers to guard doors, assist dealers and committee members and
generally help visitors and guests.
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Poetry
The Haddam Historical Society is looking for poets to create a poetry project which will use local history, historic place or a tale from the past as inspiration. Poets would use a running thread such as the cemetery, museum or a certain time period as the basis to stimulate creativeness.
The idea is based loosely on the Spoon River Anthology by Edgar Lee Masters, a collection of short free-form poems that narrate the epitaphs of the
residents of the fictional small town of Spoon River.
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Thankful's Cupboard
By Amy Roper, Store Manager
Did you know that we have a store in the Thankful Arnold Museum? We do, and we call it Thankful's Cupboard. It is a gift shop with something for everyone and every occasion. We receive items daily, lovely china, pewter, knit wear and books.
Our Ladies Guild completed the first of our Haddam Girls dolls and they have been a big seller. They are named for significant Haddamites, are dressed in handmade outfits and their faces are hand painted.
We carry CT River Candles in various scents with our own label, a very popular item. We have hand-made porcelain oil lamps, they are adorable and just the thing for the person who has everything. Nutmeg Naturals soap from right here in town, is another great gift.
Our wonderful consigners include: Vivienne McGarry and her fiber products. She and her husband Bob have Cold Goat Farms in Haddam Neck. Their motto is: "We're shivering so you won't." Come and try on a hat or two. Her scarves are yummy and her gloves toasty.
Diane Varrone from East Haddam makes the most whimsical Primitive dolls, princess mice and needle keeps. Well worth and look-see. Deb Thomas of Higganum has been very generous with her Fishermen Wives Cowls. They are both warm and attractive. A perfect addition to any outfit.
The shop is open during regular business hours and during special events at the
museum. We will also open for you by appointment. Just call us at 860-345-2400.
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Nehemiah Brainerd House Bed and Breakfast
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