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SUMMARY:Apple Festival Cocktails at Kitch
DESCRIPTION:At a Glance\n\n\n\n\nWhat: Apple-inspired mixology class with Chef Anthony Caporale \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: Saturday\, October 17\, 2026\, 6–8 p.m. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: Kitch\, 27 Coogan Blvd.\, Building 19A\, Olde Mistick Village\, Mystic\, CT \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdmission: $65 per person\, plus tax \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAge Requirement: 21 and older \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeatured Cocktails: Stonington Fence\, Rossi Velvet\, and Prohibition Jack Rose \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpecial Offer: 15% off purchases at Kitch following the class \n\n\n\n\n\n\nCapacity: Limited to 24 participants \n\n\n\n\n\n\nReservations: Advance registration and payment required \n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact: (860) 980-3384 \n\n\n\n\n\n\nParking: Parking available at Olde Mistick Village \n\n\n\n\nEvent Description\nApple Festival Cocktails at Kitch brings a spirited conclusion to a day of fall festivities at Olde Mistick Village on Saturday\, October 17. Led by internationally recognized mixologist Chef Anthony Caporale\, this two-hour class invites participants to explore the flavors\, history\, and techniques behind three apple-inspired cocktails\, featuring locally produced cider and specialty spirits. \nThe evening celebrates the season with craft ciders from Stonington’s Clyde’s Cider Mill\, recognized as the oldest steam-powered cider mill in the United States. Additional spirits will be provided by Spencer & Lynn Wine and Spirit Merchants in downtown Mystic. Each cocktail incorporates a different hard cider or apple-based spirit\, giving participants an opportunity to discover how the fruit’s character changes when paired with different ingredients. \nThree Cocktails\, Three Interpretations of Apple Season\nCaporale will guide participants through three custom-created drinks\, each showcasing a different approach to mixing apple-based cocktails. \nThe evening’s menu features: \n\n\n\n\nStonington Fence: A cocktail whose name evokes the traditional Stone Fence\, a historic New England combination of cider and spirits. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRossi Velvet: A specially named cocktail featured in the class’s seasonal lineup. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nProhibition Jack Rose: A nod to the classic Jack Rose cocktail\, traditionally made with applejack\, citrus\, and grenadine. \n\n\n\n\nRather than simply serving seasonal drinks\, the class offers an opportunity to learn from a professional who has spent much of his career teaching the science and history of mixology. \nMeet Chef Anthony Caporale\nAnthony Caporale is an internationally recognized mixology educator\, author\, and consultant whose work explores the relationship between cocktails\, culture\, and history. \nFor more than a decade\, he has served as Director of Spirits Education and Research at Manhattan’s Institute of Culinary Education\, where he has helped train aspiring hospitality professionals. He also authored the cocktail chapter of the institute’s cookbook\, Recipes for Innovation. \nHis interest in beverage history extends beyond the classroom. Caporale created\, wrote\, produced\, and starred in The Imbible\, a series of Off-Broadway musical productions exploring the history of cocktails and spirits. He has appeared as a cocktail historian on the Smithsonian Channel’s Searching for Secrets: New York and curated the Temperance and Trade exhibition at Mystic Seaport Museum. \nAlthough his professional work has taken him to major hospitality venues and educational institutions\, Caporale also teaches in his hometown of Mystic\, bringing professional-level instruction to smaller community classes. \nA Specialty Kitchen Store That Teaches\, Too\nKitch\, located inside Olde Mistick Village\, combines a specialty kitchenware retail shop with a calendar of culinary classes and workshops. Its programming ranges from cooking fundamentals and gourmet meals to cocktail-making sessions and seasonal specialties. \nThe store provides a setting where participants can explore new techniques while becoming familiar with the tools and ingredients used by professional chefs and mixologists. \nFor this particular evening\, Kitch is adding an exclusive after-hours shopping opportunity. Registered participants receive 15% off purchases made following the class\, giving them a chance to explore the store’s kitchenware and culinary accessories. \nPart of Olde Mistick Village’s Apple Festival Weekend\nThe mixology class is one of several ways visitors can celebrate autumn during the fifth annual Mystic Apple Festival\, taking place October 17–18 at Olde Mistick Village. \nThe free\, two-day festival runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day\, filling the village with artisan vendors\, handmade crafts\, specialty products\, and seasonal foods. Apples take center stage alongside other familiar fall flavors\, including maple\, pumpkin\, and caramel. \nVisitors can browse craft stalls\, explore the village’s shops\, and sample seasonal treats before the festival concludes for the day. With the cocktail class beginning at 6 p.m.\, participants can make an entire afternoon and evening of their visit. \nRegistration and Cancellation Information\nThe class costs $65 per person\, plus tax\, and is limited to 24 participants. All attendees must be at least 21 years old\, and advance registration and payment are required. \nIf Kitch cancels the class because enrollment is insufficient\, participants may receive a full refund or transfer their registration to a future class. Customer cancellations must be made at least 24 hours in advance to qualify for a refund or class credit. Late cancellations and no-shows forfeit the registration fee. \nTo purchase tickets\, click the Event Ticketing link below. \n\n  \nFeatured image is an artistic representation inspired by the event and may not depict the actual people\, location\, or activities shown.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/apple-festival-cocktails-at-kitch/
LOCATION:KITCH Mystic\, 27 Coogan Blvd Building 19A\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
CATEGORIES:KITCH Mystic
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SUMMARY:Sew Fun! Workshops at the COMO Thrift
DESCRIPTION:Sew Fun! Workshops at the COMO Thrift offer a hands-on creative experience at Stonington Community Center (The COMO)\, a cornerstone organization in the local community known for its programming\, outreach\, and support of arts and education. Designed as a welcoming workshop series\, the program invites participants of all skill levels to explore sewing in an environment that emphasizes creativity\, accessibility\, and connection. \nThe workshops are structured with beginners in mind while still allowing flexibility for those with more experience. Participants can choose from simple starter projects or bring their own ideas to develop\, creating a balance between guided learning and personal expression. A unique aspect of the program is its focus on upcycling\, with access to materials from the COMO Thrift Shop\, encouraging a resourceful and sustainable approach to design. \nBeyond the technical skills\, the workshops highlight the social side of making\, bringing together individuals and families in a shared creative space. The setting inside the thrift shop adds an element of discovery\, with materials and inspiration readily available. As part of the COMO’s broader mission\, Sew Fun! Workshops reflect a commitment to community engagement\, creativity\, and opportunities for people to come together and create.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/sew-fun-workshops-at-the-como-thrift-4/
LOCATION:COMO Thrift\, 45 Cutler Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:COMO Thrift
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SUMMARY:Sew Fun! Workshops at the COMO Thrift
DESCRIPTION:Sew Fun! Workshops at the COMO Thrift offer a hands-on creative experience at Stonington Community Center (The COMO)\, a cornerstone organization in the local community known for its programming\, outreach\, and support of arts and education. Designed as a welcoming workshop series\, the program invites participants of all skill levels to explore sewing in an environment that emphasizes creativity\, accessibility\, and connection. \nThe workshops are structured with beginners in mind while still allowing flexibility for those with more experience. Participants can choose from simple starter projects or bring their own ideas to develop\, creating a balance between guided learning and personal expression. A unique aspect of the program is its focus on upcycling\, with access to materials from the COMO Thrift Shop\, encouraging a resourceful and sustainable approach to design. \nBeyond the technical skills\, the workshops highlight the social side of making\, bringing together individuals and families in a shared creative space. The setting inside the thrift shop adds an element of discovery\, with materials and inspiration readily available. As part of the COMO’s broader mission\, Sew Fun! Workshops reflect a commitment to community engagement\, creativity\, and opportunities for people to come together and create.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/sew-fun-workshops-at-the-como-thrift-3/
LOCATION:COMO Thrift\, 45 Cutler Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:COMO Thrift
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SUMMARY:Sew Fun! Workshops at the COMO Thrift
DESCRIPTION:Sew Fun! Workshops at the COMO Thrift offer a hands-on creative experience at Stonington Community Center (The COMO)\, a cornerstone organization in the local community known for its programming\, outreach\, and support of arts and education. Designed as a welcoming workshop series\, the program invites participants of all skill levels to explore sewing in an environment that emphasizes creativity\, accessibility\, and connection. \nThe workshops are structured with beginners in mind while still allowing flexibility for those with more experience. Participants can choose from simple starter projects or bring their own ideas to develop\, creating a balance between guided learning and personal expression. A unique aspect of the program is its focus on upcycling\, with access to materials from the COMO Thrift Shop\, encouraging a resourceful and sustainable approach to design. \nBeyond the technical skills\, the workshops highlight the social side of making\, bringing together individuals and families in a shared creative space. The setting inside the thrift shop adds an element of discovery\, with materials and inspiration readily available. As part of the COMO’s broader mission\, Sew Fun! Workshops reflect a commitment to community engagement\, creativity\, and opportunities for people to come together and create.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/sew-fun-workshops-at-the-como-thrift-2/
LOCATION:COMO Thrift\, 45 Cutler Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:COMO Thrift
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SUMMARY:Sew Fun! Workshops at the COMO Thrift
DESCRIPTION:Sew Fun! Workshops at the COMO Thrift offer a hands-on creative experience at Stonington Community Center (The COMO)\, a cornerstone organization in the local community known for its programming\, outreach\, and support of arts and education. Designed as a welcoming workshop series\, the program invites participants of all skill levels to explore sewing in an environment that emphasizes creativity\, accessibility\, and connection. \nThe workshops are structured with beginners in mind while still allowing flexibility for those with more experience. Participants can choose from simple starter projects or bring their own ideas to develop\, creating a balance between guided learning and personal expression. A unique aspect of the program is its focus on upcycling\, with access to materials from the COMO Thrift Shop\, encouraging a resourceful and sustainable approach to design. \nBeyond the technical skills\, the workshops highlight the social side of making\, bringing together individuals and families in a shared creative space. The setting inside the thrift shop adds an element of discovery\, with materials and inspiration readily available. As part of the COMO’s broader mission\, Sew Fun! Workshops reflect a commitment to community engagement\, creativity\, and opportunities for people to come together and create.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/sew-fun-workshops-at-the-como-thrift/
LOCATION:COMO Thrift\, 45 Cutler Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:COMO Thrift
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