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SUMMARY:41st Annual Moby-Dick Marathon
DESCRIPTION:41st Annual Moby-Dick Marathon returns to Mystic Seaport Museum from Friday\, July 31\, through Saturday\, August 1\, inviting readers from around the world to celebrate Herman Melville’s masterpiece aboard the historic Charles W. Morgan\, the last surviving wooden whaleship in the world. One of the museum’s most beloved annual traditions\, the marathon transforms the iconic vessel into a living stage where Melville’s words are read continuously for more than 24 hours by volunteers of all ages. \nWhile overnight registration is now full\, visitors are still welcome to experience this unique literary tradition throughout the event. Readers take turns sharing chapters of Moby-Dick by lantern light aboard the 1841 whaleship before the marathon concludes inside the Museum’s Meeting House. The event draws everyone from first-time readers to lifelong Melville enthusiasts\, creating a memorable celebration of American literature in one of the nation’s most authentic maritime settings. \nThe overnight experience\, available only to registered participants\, includes several special activities found nowhere else. Guests spend the night aboard the Charles W. Morgan\, enjoy a traditional sea chantey performance beneath the stars\, earn a commemorative “Middle Watch” whaling logbook stamp by staying awake through the overnight hours\, and greet the morning with a rare whaleboat row on the Mystic River before the reading concludes. As the only overnight program offered aboard the Charles W. Morgan each year\, the experience has become one of Mystic Seaport Museum’s most sought-after annual events. \nWhether you stop by to listen for a few minutes\, sign up to read a chapter aloud\, or simply witness this remarkable tradition\, the Moby-Dick Marathon offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity to experience literature\, history\, and maritime heritage aboard one of America’s most treasured historic ships. \nEvent Details\nEvent: 41st Annual Moby-Dick Marathon \nDates: Friday\, July 31 – Saturday\, August 1\, 2026 \nTime: Noon Friday – approximately 1:30 p.m. Saturday \nLocation: Charles W. Morgan and Meeting House\nMystic Seaport Museum\nMystic\, CT \nAdmission: Included with general museum admission\, museum membership\, or staff/volunteer badge. \nOvernight Registration: Full (capacity limited to 100 participants) \nPublic Schedule\nFriday\, July 31\n\n11:30 a.m. – “Moby-Dick and the Morgan” tour\n12:00 p.m. – Dramatic reading begins aboard the Charles W. Morgan\n2:30 p.m. – Children’s reading of Moby-Dick in the Funk Children’s Museum\n6:00 p.m. – Scheduled reading break\n10:00 p.m. – Sea chantey performance aboard the Morgan*\n\nSaturday\, August 1\n\n4:00 a.m. – “Middle Watch” celebration*\n8:00 a.m. – Whaleboat row on the Mystic River*\n8:30 a.m. – Reading moves to the Meeting House\nApproximately 1:30 p.m. – Marathon concludes with cake and celebration\n2:00 p.m. – “Moby-Dick and the Morgan” tour\n\n*Overnight participants only. \nMore Information\nAdditional event information is available by clicking the Event Website link at the bottom of this page. \n\n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/41st-annual-moby-dick-marathon/2026-08-01/
LOCATION:Mystic Seaport\, 75 Greenmanville Ave\, Mystic\, CT\, \,06355-1946\,\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mystic Seaport
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SUMMARY:Animation Nation at the Westerly Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Animation Nation at the Westerly Public Library gives young filmmakers the chance to bring their imaginations to life with LEGO stop-motion animation every Wednesday throughout July and August. Designed for children ages 9 to 12\, this free weekly program introduces participants to the creative process of making animated movies using LEGO bricks\, characters\, and simple stop-motion techniques. \nEach session encourages tweens to create their own stories one frame at a time while learning the basics of animation\, storytelling\, and filmmaking. Whether participants are building exciting adventures\, funny comedies\, or imaginative fantasy worlds\, they’ll gain hands-on experience with a filmmaking style used in everything from independent projects to major animated productions. \nNo registration is required\, making it easy for young creators to drop in\, explore their creativity\, and collaborate with other aspiring animators throughout the summer. \nEvent Details\n\nEvent: Animation Nation\nDates: Every Wednesday in July and August\nTime: 2:00-3:00 p.m.\nVenue: Westerly Library & Wilcox Park – Terrace Room\nAge Group: 9-12 years\nAdmission: Free\n\nWhat to Expect\n\nLEGO stop-motion animation\nMovie making\nStorytelling\nHands-on creative activities\nBeginner-friendly instruction\n\nWhy Attend\n\nLearn the basics of stop-motion filmmaking\nCreate your own animated movies\nMeet other young creators\nFree weekly summer program\nNo registration required\n\nMore Information\nAdditional event information is available by clicking the Event Website link at the bottom of this page. \n  \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/animation-nation-at-the-westerly-public-library/2026-08-05/
LOCATION:Westerly Library & Wilcox Park\, 44 Broad Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Westerly Library & Wilcox Park
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SUMMARY:Animation Nation at the Westerly Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Animation Nation at the Westerly Public Library gives young filmmakers the chance to bring their imaginations to life with LEGO stop-motion animation every Wednesday throughout July and August. Designed for children ages 9 to 12\, this free weekly program introduces participants to the creative process of making animated movies using LEGO bricks\, characters\, and simple stop-motion techniques. \nEach session encourages tweens to create their own stories one frame at a time while learning the basics of animation\, storytelling\, and filmmaking. Whether participants are building exciting adventures\, funny comedies\, or imaginative fantasy worlds\, they’ll gain hands-on experience with a filmmaking style used in everything from independent projects to major animated productions. \nNo registration is required\, making it easy for young creators to drop in\, explore their creativity\, and collaborate with other aspiring animators throughout the summer. \nEvent Details\n\nEvent: Animation Nation\nDates: Every Wednesday in July and August\nTime: 2:00-3:00 p.m.\nVenue: Westerly Library & Wilcox Park – Terrace Room\nAge Group: 9-12 years\nAdmission: Free\n\nWhat to Expect\n\nLEGO stop-motion animation\nMovie making\nStorytelling\nHands-on creative activities\nBeginner-friendly instruction\n\nWhy Attend\n\nLearn the basics of stop-motion filmmaking\nCreate your own animated movies\nMeet other young creators\nFree weekly summer program\nNo registration required\n\nMore Information\nAdditional event information is available by clicking the Event Website link at the bottom of this page. \n  \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/animation-nation-at-the-westerly-public-library/2026-08-12/
LOCATION:Westerly Library & Wilcox Park\, 44 Broad Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Westerly Library & Wilcox Park
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SUMMARY:Discovery Station at the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:Discovery Station at the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center is a monthly family program designed to help children and caregivers explore the natural world together. Through hands-on activities\, live animal encounters\, and self-guided exploration\, participants can discover nature at their own pace while learning about the plants\, animals\, and habitats that make the region unique. \nEach session features themed activity stations where families can investigate natural artifacts\, meet animal ambassadors\, and participate in interactive learning experiences. A hands-on craft adds a creative element to the program\, while a self-guided hike and scavenger hunt encourage participants to continue their discoveries outdoors. \nThe program is ideal for families with children of all ages who enjoy exploring nature together. Its flexible format allows visitors to move through activities at their own pace\, making it an accessible and welcoming experience for a wide range of ages and interests. \n2026 Session Schedule\nJuly 18 | 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.\nRegistration \nAugust 15 | 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.\nRegistration \n\nAdditional Details\n\nLocation: Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center (DPNC)\nMeets on the third Saturday of each month\nTime: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.\nChildren must attend with a caregiver\nOpen to kids of all ages\nInclusive\, family-friendly format\nThemed activity stations\nLive animal encounters\nNatural artifacts to examine\nHands-on craft activity\nSelf-guided hike and scavenger hunt\nFamilies may move through activities at their own pace\nMeets at DPNC\nPre-registration is recommended through the links above
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/discovery-station-at-the-denison-pequotsepos-nature-center/2026-08-15/
LOCATION:Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center\, 109 Pequotsepos Road\, Mystic\, 06355\, United States
CATEGORIES:Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center
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SUMMARY:Pirate Days at Hempsted Houses
DESCRIPTION:Pirate Days at Hempsted Houses turns one of New London’s oldest historic sites into a pirate encampment for two days of hands-on family activities on Saturday and Sunday\, August 15–16. Children can build and race their own ships\, try pirate-themed crafts\, walk the plank\, explore the encampment\, and hear stories about the real pirates who once sailed the waters around New England. \nThere’s history beneath the eye patches and pirate games. The program introduces families to figures such as Captain William Kidd\, who visited Connecticut in 1690 and became part of the state’s treasure lore. Connecticut stories have long claimed Kidd may have hidden treasure along the coast near what is now Milford. Pirate Days uses those stories as an entry point into the maritime world children often encounter through books and movies\, but connects it to places surprisingly close to home. (Connecticut Landmarks) \nThe setting adds another layer. The Hempsted Houses include a home dating to 1678\, making the property one of the best surviving places to explore what everyday life was actually like in colonial New London. Admission to Pirate Days is free\, although donations are encouraged to support the preservation of the historic property and future educational programs. \nStep Into a Pirate Encampment\nFor the weekend\, the grounds become a place for kids to do more than simply hear about history. \nYoung visitors can explore the pirate encampment and take part in activities including ship building and racing\, crafts\, and the essential test facing every aspiring pirate: walking the plank. \nPast editions of Pirate Days have expanded the encampment with period games\, children’s toys\, maritime storytelling\, treasure hunts\, and demonstrations of historic food and drink preparation. Connecticut Landmarks reported that more than 80 people attended the returning program in 2025. \nThe activities make Pirate Days particularly approachable for younger children. Instead of asking them to stand still while someone explains colonial maritime history\, the program gives them something to build\, race\, discover\, and try for themselves. \nReal Pirates and Connecticut’s Coast\nPiracy wasn’t confined to the Caribbean. \nNew England’s ports and coastal waters were connected to the Atlantic trading world\, and stories of pirates became part of Connecticut folklore. One of the most famous involves Captain William Kidd\, the Scottish privateer who was eventually convicted of piracy and executed in London in 1701. \nKidd was in Connecticut in 1690\, and stories later developed that he had buried treasure near Milford. Pirate Days explores stories such as these while introducing children to the difference between the pirates of popular culture and the people who actually sailed these waters centuries ago. \nA Historic Setting Dating to 1678\nThe Hempsted Houses are an attraction in their own right. \nThe Joshua Hempsted House\, built in 1678 with a later addition\, is one of New England’s oldest and best-documented surviving homes. Joshua Hempsted was born there and kept an extensive diary from 1711 until his death in 1758. His writings provide historians with an unusually detailed record of work\, family\, commerce\, and everyday life in colonial New London. \nBeside it stands the stone Nathaniel Hempsted House\, built in 1759 by Acadian exiles for Joshua’s grandson Nathaniel. Remarkably\, both houses survived the burning of New London by Benedict Arnold’s forces in 1781. \nThat means children attending Pirate Days aren’t experiencing colonial history against a reproduction backdrop. They’re playing and learning on grounds where people were living during the period being explored. \nThe Hempsted Houses Tell a Bigger Story\nThe history preserved here also extends well beyond the Hempsted family. \nJoshua Hempsted’s diary documents the life and labor of Adam Jackson\, a man of African descent whom Hempsted enslaved for more than three decades. Jackson lived and worked on the property\, including in a small attic garret that remains part of the site’s interpretation today. \nConnecticut Landmarks uses the property to examine colonial life alongside the history of Northern slavery\, resistance\, abolition\, and the lives of the people who lived and worked there. \nIt’s an unusual combination for a family outing: Pirate Days gives younger visitors an accessible\, playful doorway into the past\, while the historic site surrounding them holds much deeper stories for families interested in exploring further. \nGood for Families\nPirate Days is designed as a hands-on family program rather than a traditional house tour. \nElementary-age children are likely to get the most from the ship building\, races\, crafts\, pirate games\, and storytelling\, while younger children can participate with help from an adult. \nFamilies should plan enough time to explore rather than arriving just before closing. The program runs for five hours each day\, so visitors can move through the activities at their own pace. \nAdmission and Registration\nPirate Days is free. \nAdvance registration is suggested but not required\, and walk-up visitors are welcome on both days. \nDonations are encouraged and help Connecticut Landmarks fund restoration work and programming at the Hempsted Houses. \nBecause Saturday and Sunday have separate registrations\, choose the day you plan to attend: \nRegister for Pirate Days on Saturday\, August 15 \nRegister for Pirate Days on Sunday\, August 16 \nEvent Details\nDates\nSaturday\, August 15\, 2026\nSunday\, August 16\, 2026 \nTime\n11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. both days \nLocation\nHempsted Houses \nAddress\n11 Hempstead Street\nNew London\, CT \nAdmission\nFree \nRegistration\nAdvance registration is suggested. Walk-ups are welcome. \nRecommended Ages\nBest suited to families with preschool and elementary-age children\, although all ages may attend. \nActivities\nPirate encampment\, ship making and racing\, crafts\, walking the plank\, and stories about real pirates and Connecticut’s maritime past. \nImportant Notes\nDonations support restoration and educational programming at the Hempsted Houses. Questions about the program can be directed to the Hempsted Houses staff. \nMore Information\nFor more information\, visit the event website using the Event Website link below. \nFor ticket purchases\, use the Saturday or Sunday registration links above. \n\n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/pirate-days-at-hempsted-houses/2026-08-15/
LOCATION:Hempsted Houses\, 11 Hempstead St\, New London\, CT\, 06320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hempsted Houses
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SUMMARY:Pirate Days at Hempsted Houses
DESCRIPTION:Pirate Days at Hempsted Houses turns one of New London’s oldest historic sites into a pirate encampment for two days of hands-on family activities on Saturday and Sunday\, August 15–16. Children can build and race their own ships\, try pirate-themed crafts\, walk the plank\, explore the encampment\, and hear stories about the real pirates who once sailed the waters around New England. \nThere’s history beneath the eye patches and pirate games. The program introduces families to figures such as Captain William Kidd\, who visited Connecticut in 1690 and became part of the state’s treasure lore. Connecticut stories have long claimed Kidd may have hidden treasure along the coast near what is now Milford. Pirate Days uses those stories as an entry point into the maritime world children often encounter through books and movies\, but connects it to places surprisingly close to home. (Connecticut Landmarks) \nThe setting adds another layer. The Hempsted Houses include a home dating to 1678\, making the property one of the best surviving places to explore what everyday life was actually like in colonial New London. Admission to Pirate Days is free\, although donations are encouraged to support the preservation of the historic property and future educational programs. \nStep Into a Pirate Encampment\nFor the weekend\, the grounds become a place for kids to do more than simply hear about history. \nYoung visitors can explore the pirate encampment and take part in activities including ship building and racing\, crafts\, and the essential test facing every aspiring pirate: walking the plank. \nPast editions of Pirate Days have expanded the encampment with period games\, children’s toys\, maritime storytelling\, treasure hunts\, and demonstrations of historic food and drink preparation. Connecticut Landmarks reported that more than 80 people attended the returning program in 2025. \nThe activities make Pirate Days particularly approachable for younger children. Instead of asking them to stand still while someone explains colonial maritime history\, the program gives them something to build\, race\, discover\, and try for themselves. \nReal Pirates and Connecticut’s Coast\nPiracy wasn’t confined to the Caribbean. \nNew England’s ports and coastal waters were connected to the Atlantic trading world\, and stories of pirates became part of Connecticut folklore. One of the most famous involves Captain William Kidd\, the Scottish privateer who was eventually convicted of piracy and executed in London in 1701. \nKidd was in Connecticut in 1690\, and stories later developed that he had buried treasure near Milford. Pirate Days explores stories such as these while introducing children to the difference between the pirates of popular culture and the people who actually sailed these waters centuries ago. \nA Historic Setting Dating to 1678\nThe Hempsted Houses are an attraction in their own right. \nThe Joshua Hempsted House\, built in 1678 with a later addition\, is one of New England’s oldest and best-documented surviving homes. Joshua Hempsted was born there and kept an extensive diary from 1711 until his death in 1758. His writings provide historians with an unusually detailed record of work\, family\, commerce\, and everyday life in colonial New London. \nBeside it stands the stone Nathaniel Hempsted House\, built in 1759 by Acadian exiles for Joshua’s grandson Nathaniel. Remarkably\, both houses survived the burning of New London by Benedict Arnold’s forces in 1781. \nThat means children attending Pirate Days aren’t experiencing colonial history against a reproduction backdrop. They’re playing and learning on grounds where people were living during the period being explored. \nThe Hempsted Houses Tell a Bigger Story\nThe history preserved here also extends well beyond the Hempsted family. \nJoshua Hempsted’s diary documents the life and labor of Adam Jackson\, a man of African descent whom Hempsted enslaved for more than three decades. Jackson lived and worked on the property\, including in a small attic garret that remains part of the site’s interpretation today. \nConnecticut Landmarks uses the property to examine colonial life alongside the history of Northern slavery\, resistance\, abolition\, and the lives of the people who lived and worked there. \nIt’s an unusual combination for a family outing: Pirate Days gives younger visitors an accessible\, playful doorway into the past\, while the historic site surrounding them holds much deeper stories for families interested in exploring further. \nGood for Families\nPirate Days is designed as a hands-on family program rather than a traditional house tour. \nElementary-age children are likely to get the most from the ship building\, races\, crafts\, pirate games\, and storytelling\, while younger children can participate with help from an adult. \nFamilies should plan enough time to explore rather than arriving just before closing. The program runs for five hours each day\, so visitors can move through the activities at their own pace. \nAdmission and Registration\nPirate Days is free. \nAdvance registration is suggested but not required\, and walk-up visitors are welcome on both days. \nDonations are encouraged and help Connecticut Landmarks fund restoration work and programming at the Hempsted Houses. \nBecause Saturday and Sunday have separate registrations\, choose the day you plan to attend: \nRegister for Pirate Days on Saturday\, August 15 \nRegister for Pirate Days on Sunday\, August 16 \nEvent Details\nDates\nSaturday\, August 15\, 2026\nSunday\, August 16\, 2026 \nTime\n11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. both days \nLocation\nHempsted Houses \nAddress\n11 Hempstead Street\nNew London\, CT \nAdmission\nFree \nRegistration\nAdvance registration is suggested. Walk-ups are welcome. \nRecommended Ages\nBest suited to families with preschool and elementary-age children\, although all ages may attend. \nActivities\nPirate encampment\, ship making and racing\, crafts\, walking the plank\, and stories about real pirates and Connecticut’s maritime past. \nImportant Notes\nDonations support restoration and educational programming at the Hempsted Houses. Questions about the program can be directed to the Hempsted Houses staff. \nMore Information\nFor more information\, visit the event website using the Event Website link below. \nFor ticket purchases\, use the Saturday or Sunday registration links above. \n\n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/pirate-days-at-hempsted-houses/2026-08-16/
LOCATION:Hempsted Houses\, 11 Hempstead St\, New London\, CT\, 06320\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hempsted Houses
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SUMMARY:Animation Nation at the Westerly Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Animation Nation at the Westerly Public Library gives young filmmakers the chance to bring their imaginations to life with LEGO stop-motion animation every Wednesday throughout July and August. Designed for children ages 9 to 12\, this free weekly program introduces participants to the creative process of making animated movies using LEGO bricks\, characters\, and simple stop-motion techniques. \nEach session encourages tweens to create their own stories one frame at a time while learning the basics of animation\, storytelling\, and filmmaking. Whether participants are building exciting adventures\, funny comedies\, or imaginative fantasy worlds\, they’ll gain hands-on experience with a filmmaking style used in everything from independent projects to major animated productions. \nNo registration is required\, making it easy for young creators to drop in\, explore their creativity\, and collaborate with other aspiring animators throughout the summer. \nEvent Details\n\nEvent: Animation Nation\nDates: Every Wednesday in July and August\nTime: 2:00-3:00 p.m.\nVenue: Westerly Library & Wilcox Park – Terrace Room\nAge Group: 9-12 years\nAdmission: Free\n\nWhat to Expect\n\nLEGO stop-motion animation\nMovie making\nStorytelling\nHands-on creative activities\nBeginner-friendly instruction\n\nWhy Attend\n\nLearn the basics of stop-motion filmmaking\nCreate your own animated movies\nMeet other young creators\nFree weekly summer program\nNo registration required\n\nMore Information\nAdditional event information is available by clicking the Event Website link at the bottom of this page. \n  \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/animation-nation-at-the-westerly-public-library/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:Westerly Library & Wilcox Park\, 44 Broad Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Westerly Library & Wilcox Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T140000
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SUMMARY:Animation Nation at the Westerly Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Animation Nation at the Westerly Public Library gives young filmmakers the chance to bring their imaginations to life with LEGO stop-motion animation every Wednesday throughout July and August. Designed for children ages 9 to 12\, this free weekly program introduces participants to the creative process of making animated movies using LEGO bricks\, characters\, and simple stop-motion techniques. \nEach session encourages tweens to create their own stories one frame at a time while learning the basics of animation\, storytelling\, and filmmaking. Whether participants are building exciting adventures\, funny comedies\, or imaginative fantasy worlds\, they’ll gain hands-on experience with a filmmaking style used in everything from independent projects to major animated productions. \nNo registration is required\, making it easy for young creators to drop in\, explore their creativity\, and collaborate with other aspiring animators throughout the summer. \nEvent Details\n\nEvent: Animation Nation\nDates: Every Wednesday in July and August\nTime: 2:00-3:00 p.m.\nVenue: Westerly Library & Wilcox Park – Terrace Room\nAge Group: 9-12 years\nAdmission: Free\n\nWhat to Expect\n\nLEGO stop-motion animation\nMovie making\nStorytelling\nHands-on creative activities\nBeginner-friendly instruction\n\nWhy Attend\n\nLearn the basics of stop-motion filmmaking\nCreate your own animated movies\nMeet other young creators\nFree weekly summer program\nNo registration required\n\nMore Information\nAdditional event information is available by clicking the Event Website link at the bottom of this page. \n  \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/animation-nation-at-the-westerly-public-library/2026-08-26/
LOCATION:Westerly Library & Wilcox Park\, 44 Broad Street\, Westerly\, RI\, 02891\, United States
CATEGORIES:Westerly Library & Wilcox Park
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