Karen Warfield author talk
6:30 p.m.; Groton Public Library, 52 Newtown Road, Groton.
The Groton Public Library will host a talk by Karen Warfield for her book “The Emancipation of Hannah Faythe Winslow: A Woman’s Journey in Colonial America,” set in southeastern Connecticut. Copies of the book will be available for sale. For more information, visit grotonpl.org or call 860-441-6750.
7 p.m.; Contemporary Theater Company, 327 Main St., Wakefield.
Wakefield Idol is a karaoke-style singing competition held on Thursday nights from Jan. 9 to March 27, with 64 local singers competing for a cash prize. For tickets or more information, visit contemporarytheatercompany.com or call 401-218-0282.
Various times; Shaw Mansion, 11 Blinman St., New London.
Flock Theatre will present the tragedy “Hedda Gabler” by Henrik Ibsen, directed by Derron Wood. Performances will be held on Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m.; and on Sunday at 2 p.m. For tickets or more information, visit flocktheatre.org/Hedda.
“Once on This Island”
Various times; Chestnut Street Playhouse, 24 Chestnut St., Norwich.
Chestnut Street Playhouse will present musical “Once on This Island,” directed by Christopher Faison. Performances will be held on Thursday to Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday at 2 p.m. For tickets or more information, visit chestnutstreetplayhouse.org.
“Between Riverside and Crazy”
Various times; Gamm Theatre, 1245 Jefferson Blvd., Warwick.
The Gamm Theatre will present the drama “Between Riverside and Crazy” by Stephen Adly Guirgis, directed by Jeff Church. Performances will be held at 7 p.m., Tuesday to Saturday; and at 2 p.m. on Sunday. For tickets or more information, visit gammtheatre.org.
Various times; Arctic Playhouse, 1249 Main St., West Warwick.
The Arctic Playhouse will present the murder mystery comedy “Deadline,” by Don Zolidis and directed by Jeffery Massery. Performances will be held on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday at 2 p.m. For tickets or more information, visit thearcticplayhouse.com.
Exhibit opening Reception: “Quite a Stretch”
5 to 8 p.m.; Artists’ Cooperative Gallery of Westerly, 14 Railroad Ave., Westerly.
The Artists’ Cooperative Gallery of Westerly will hold an opening reception for its March exhibit, “Quite a Stretch” – Exploring New Mediums with featured artists Jane Rollins and Jenny Thompson. The exhibit will run through March 30. The gallery is open Wednesday, to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. For more information, call 401-596-2221 or visit westerlyarts.com.
5:30 p.m.; La Grua Center, 32 Water St., Stonington.
La Grua Center will host a performance by Nate Farrington with members of Garden Music. They will perform Latin music, Stradgrass, opera, original tunes, and orchestral masterpieces arranged for a small ensemble. Tickets are $55 and drinks and hors d’oeuvres will be served before the performance. For tickets or more information, visit lagruacenter.org.
7:30 p.m.; Norwich Arts Center, 62 Broadway, Norwich.
The Norwich Arts Center First Friday Live Sounds series will host a performance by the Mighty Soul Drivers. Tickets are $20; $18 for military/student/seniors and $15 for members. For tickets or more information, visit norwicharts.org or call 860-887-2789.
Forensic Science Seminar Series
3:30 p.m.; Richard E. Beaupre Center, University of Rhode Island, 140 Flagg Road, Kingston.
The University of Rhode Island’s Forensic Science Seminar Series will host a talk by Ann Marie Mires on “The role of forensic archaeology in solving cases.” The lecture is free. For more information, visit uri.edu.
Various times; Granite Theatre, 1 Granite St., Westerly.
Granite Theatre will present Tony-award nominated comedy “The Full Monty,” directed by Marla Ladd. Performances will be held Thursdays to Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m. For tickets or more information, visit granitetheatre.org or call 401-596-2341.
Paul Mecurio Permission to Speak
7:30 p.m.; The United, 5 Canal St., Westerly.
The United will host Emmy and Peabody award winning comedian and actor Paul Mecurio’s live theater experience Permission to Speak. Tickets are $35. For tickets or more information, visit unitedtheatre.org.
Laugh Your Tail Off fundraiser
6 p.m.; Calabrese Club, 28 Pleasant St., Westerly.
Stand Up For Animals will host a comedy night fundraiser, Laugh Your Tail Off, with raffles, silent auction and cash bar. For tickets or more information, visit standupforanimals.org.
Music Matters: Champlain Trio
5 p.m.; La Grua Center, 32 Water St., Stonington.
La Grua Center’s Music Matters Series will host a performance by the Champlain Trio, featuring violinist Letitia Quante, cellist Emily Taubl, and pianist Hiromi Fukuda. Tickets are $25 and are available in advance only at lagruacenter.org.
Second Saturday open house
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; North Stonington Historical Society homestead, 1 Wyassup Road, North Stonington.
Dante Society: Cin Cin Italian Cocktails
4 p.m.; The United, 5 Canal St., Westerly.
As part of the SoupyFest series of events, the United, in partnership with the Dante Society of Westerly, will present a program with Anthony Caporale for a tasting and deep-dive into the evolution, ingredient history, and cultural significance of Italian cocktails. For tickets or more information, visit unitedtheatre.org.
Author talk with Cormac O’Malley
5 p.m.; Stonington Free Library, 20 High St., Stonington.
The Stonington Free Library will hold an author talk with Cormac O’Malley in celebration of the release of “The Enchanted Bay: Tales and Legends from Ernie O’Malley’s Irish Folklore Collection.” Rooted in County Mayo and its surrounding areas, the book showcases the power of Ireland’s oral storytelling tradition. The talk is free to attend. For more information, visit stoningtonfreelibrary.org or call 860-535-0658.
2 p.m.; First United Methodist Church, 23 Willow Street, Mystic.
First United Methodist Church will host a performance of songs from Ireland, Scotland and the sea with Charlie Zahm. There is suggested donation of $25 with proceeds to benefit Care and Share. For more information, visit firstunitedmethodist.org/calendar or call 860-536-3394.
Noon to 1:30 p.m.; Calvary Church, 27 Church St., Stonington.
Westerly Irish Film Festival
6 p.m.; The United, 5 Canal St., Westerly.
The Irish Coastal Club of Westerly will present the Westerly Irish Film Festival with a screening and reception for “Small Things Like These.” For tickets or more information, visit unitedtheatre.org.
The History of the Railroad System in Southeast Connecticut talk
6 p.m.; Mystic Congregational Church, 43 East Main St., Mystic.
The Women’s Fellowship of Mystic Congregational Church will host a free soup and bread meal, followed by a talk by Keith Barker on the History of the Railroad System in Southeast Connecticut. The talk will include visuals of the Westerly to New Haven line. For more information, call 860-536-4259.
Fun-raiser concert with Boatcake
6 p.m.; The United, 5 Canal St., Westerly
A benefit concert for the Friends of the Westerly Animal Shelter will be held featuring music from Boatcake. A cash bar will be available, with finger food provided. Tickets are $20. For tickets or more information, visit unitedtheatre.org.
Doug “Mr. Low” James & Friends
7:30 p.m.; Norwich Arts Center, 62 Broadway, Norwich.
The Norwich Arts Center Blues on Broadway series will host a performance by the Doug “Mr. Low” James & Friends. Tickets are $25; $23 for military/student/seniors and $20 for members. For tickets or more information, visit norwicharts.org or call 860-887-2789.
United Table series: Fungi Dialogue
6:30 p.m.; The United, 5 Canal St., Westerly
Chef James Wayman, co-owner of Nana’s, River Bar, and Moromi, and farmer Chris Pacheco, owner of Seacoast Mushrooms, will host a conversation on mushrooms. The event is sponsored by Yellow Farmhouse Education Center. Tickets are $15. For tickets or more information, visit unitedtheatre.org.
6 p.m.; Saint Michael the Archangel Church, 60 Liberty St., Pawcatuck.
Historic Stonington will host a performance by the Band of Steady Habits, along with an overview of life of the Irish in Connecticut from 1640’s to present. The event is free. For more information, visit historicstonington.org or call 860-535-8445.
Sloane Crosley author talk
6 p.m.; Bank Square Books, 80 Stonington Road, Mystic.
Bank Square Books will host an author talk with Sloane Crosley for her book “Grief is for People.” The talk is free with reservations requested. For reservations or more information, visit banksquarebooks.com or call 860-536-3795.
Olean Center fundraiser with Sugar
6:30 p.m.; The United, 5 Canal St., Westerly.
A fundraiser concert to benefit the Olean Center will be held with local group Sugar providing the entertainment. For tickets or more information, visit oleancenter.org/oleanevents.
MBA Craft Beer and Wine Tasting fundraiser
5:30 to 9:30 p.m.; Venice Ballroom, 165 Shore Road, Westerly.
The Misquamicut Business Association will hold a Craft Beer & Wine Tasting to raise funds for the road and clean-up crew that keep the Misquamicut beach area clean all season. There will be beer and wine, food stations followed by music and dancing with Ed Peabody & the Big Blue Thang, with Sugar Ray Norcia and Bobby Christina. Tickets are $25 in advance; $30 at the door. For tickets or more information, visit misquamicut.org.
Exhibit opening reception: Emerging Artists
5 to 7 p.m.; La Grua Center, 32 Water St., Stonington.
La Grua Center will host an opening reception for the fourth annual Emerging Artists Exhibit featuring works in various styles and media from students from are high schools, including Westerly, Stonington, Wheeler, Fitch, Grasso Tech, and Ledyard. There is a suggested donation of $5. For more information, visit lagruacenter.org or call 860-535-2300.
Friday Night Folk: Claudia Schmidt
7:30 p.m.; All Souls UU, 19 Jay St., New London.
Friday Night Folk will host a night of music and poetry with Claudia Schmidt. Tickets are $17 in advance; $20 at the door; and $10 for students and active military with ID. For tickets or more information, call 860-443-0316 or visit fridaynightfolk.org.
Carl Palmer: An Evening with Emerson, Lake & Palmer
8 p.m.; Garde Arts Center, 325 State St., New London.
Garde Arts Center will host a performance by Carl Palmer of Emerson, Lake & Palmer with his band. For tickets or more information, visit gardeartsorg or call 860-444-7373, ext. 1.
“Westerly’s Gold: Sweet, Spicy and Full of Tradition”
8 p.m.; The United, 5 Canal St., Westerly.
The United will host the world premiere of the soupy documentary “Westerly’s Gold: Sweet, Spicy and Full of Tradition,” by filmmakers Chris Walsh and Betty Jo Cugini. For tickets or more information, visit unitedtheatre.org.
Debbi Michiko Florence author talk
3 p.m.; Bank Square Books, 80 Stonington Road, Mystic.
Bank Square Books will host an author talk with Debbi Michiko Florence, in conversation with Grace Lin, for her young adult book “Last Chance Academy: A Study in Secrets.” The talk is free with reservations requested. For reservations or more information, visit banksquarebooks.com or call 860-536-3795.
Westerly Irish Film Festival
1 p.m.; The United, 5 Canal St., Westerly.
The Irish Coastal Club of Westerly will present the Westerly Irish Film Festival with a screening and reception “Wolfwalkers.” For tickets or more information, visit unitedtheatre.org.
Aftermath: Memorializing the Battle of Gettysburg, Part II
2 p.m.; Babcock-Smith House Museum, 124 Granite St., Westerly.
The Babcock-Smith House Museum will host the second part of a talk by John Linton on the Smith Granite Company’s monuments and the sculptors and stonecutters who produced them, along with the Gettysburg National Military Park’s commitment to repairing the damage to its monuments. Cost is $5; free for members. For more information, visit babcocksmithhouse.org or call 401-596-5704.