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SUMMARY:Armed Forces Day at TreeTrails Adventures
DESCRIPTION:Armed Forces Day at TreeTrails Adventures celebrates military service with a special Memorial Day weekend promotion designed to get families and friends outdoors for climbing\, ziplining\, and aerial adventure courses at TreeTrails Adventures. Running May 23 through 25\, the event invites active and retired military members to enjoy the park’s treetop obstacle courses with a buy-one-get-one climbing offer aimed at turning the holiday weekend into a shared outdoor experience. \nAs part of the Armed Forces Day promotion\, military guests can climb free with the purchase of a companion ticket by using the promo code “AmericaStrong” during online checkout. The offer encourages participants to bring family members\, friends\, or fellow service members along for a day of rope bridges\, zip lines\, elevated trails\, and outdoor challenges set high above the forest floor. Guests are reminded to bring valid military identification when checking in at the park. \nWhat makes the event stand out is its focus on shared experience rather than ceremony. Instead of a formal observance\, TreeTrails leans into adventure\, teamwork\, and spending meaningful time outdoors together during one of the busiest kickoff weekends of the summer season. Between the climbing courses\, wooded setting\, and family-friendly atmosphere\, the event creates a different kind of Memorial Day weekend activity built around movement\, laughter\, and appreciation for military service. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/armed-forces-day-at-treetrails-adventures/2026-05-25/
CATEGORIES:TreeTrails Adventures
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SUMMARY:Brickwrecks: Sunken Ships in LEGO Bricks
DESCRIPTION:Brickwrecks: Sunken Ships in LEGO Bricks drops visitors into centuries of maritime mystery and disaster at Mystic Seaport Museum.. The internationally touring exhibition combines massive LEGO® ship recreations with real maritime history\, creating an experience that feels part museum exhibit\, part interactive adventure. As the first American stop for the exhibition\, Mystic Seaport becomes the latest host for a showcase that has previously appeared at major maritime museums in Europe and Australia. \nThe exhibit features eleven detailed LEGO® models recreating famous shipwrecks and maritime disasters spanning thousands of years\, including the Titanic\, the Vasa\, Franklin’s Arctic expedition ships Terror and Erebus\, and the ancient Uluburun trading vessel. Created in partnership with LEGO® Certified Professional Ryan “The Brickman” McNaught\, the displays combine historical storytelling with surprisingly intricate engineering and visual detail. Some models even include cross-section cutaways revealing what happened beneath the waterline. \nInteractive experiences throughout the exhibit invite visitors to test survival scenarios\, operate a remote underwater vehicle\, experiment with ship stability\, and build LEGO® creations of their own. Alongside the models are replica artifacts\, archaeological tools\, and multimedia displays exploring how modern researchers investigate shipwrecks and what those discoveries reveal about trade\, exploration\, disaster\, and human history. The result is an exhibit that works equally well for families\, history buffs\, LEGO® fans\, and anyone who still secretly wants to touch every museum display. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/brickwrecks-sunken-ships-in-lego-bricks-3/2026-05-25/
LOCATION:Mystic Seaport\, 75 Greenmanville Ave\, Mystic\, CT\, \,06355-1946\,\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mystic Seaport
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SUMMARY:Mystic Memorial Day Parade 2026
DESCRIPTION:Begins at Bank Square in downtown Mystic and ends at the Mystic VFW on Rte 1. \nMystic Memorial Day Parade 2026 in downtown Mystic on Monday\, May 25\, bringing an afternoon of remembrance\, patriotism\, and small-town tradition to the shoreline village. Beginning at 1 p.m. in Bank Square\, the parade winds through the heart of Mystic before concluding at the Mystic VFW on Route 1. Lined with American flags\, spectators\, and local families gathering along the sidewalks\, the event remains one of the area’s most recognizable Memorial Day traditions. \nMystic Memorial Day Parade combines the ceremonial spirit of the holiday with the charm and atmosphere that make downtown Mystic such a gathering place during spring and summer weekends. Veterans groups\, local organizations\, and community participants move through the historic streets while residents and visitors pause from the usual holiday bustle to reflect on the meaning behind the day. The setting itself adds something special\, with the parade route cutting through the busy waterfront district filled with shops\, restaurants\, and views of the Mystic River. \nWhile the event carries a celebratory hometown atmosphere\, the heart of the parade remains focused on honoring those who lost their lives in military service. Crowds typically gather early around Bank Square and along Route 1 to watch the procession pass through town before it reaches the Mystic VFW for the conclusion of the observance. For many Southeastern Connecticut families\, the parade has become part of the rhythm of Memorial Day itself\, marking the unofficial beginning of summer while grounding the holiday in remembrance and community connection. \nSEO Description:
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SUMMARY:Brickwrecks: Sunken Ships in LEGO Bricks
DESCRIPTION:Brickwrecks: Sunken Ships in LEGO Bricks drops visitors into centuries of maritime mystery and disaster at Mystic Seaport Museum.. The internationally touring exhibition combines massive LEGO® ship recreations with real maritime history\, creating an experience that feels part museum exhibit\, part interactive adventure. As the first American stop for the exhibition\, Mystic Seaport becomes the latest host for a showcase that has previously appeared at major maritime museums in Europe and Australia. \nThe exhibit features eleven detailed LEGO® models recreating famous shipwrecks and maritime disasters spanning thousands of years\, including the Titanic\, the Vasa\, Franklin’s Arctic expedition ships Terror and Erebus\, and the ancient Uluburun trading vessel. Created in partnership with LEGO® Certified Professional Ryan “The Brickman” McNaught\, the displays combine historical storytelling with surprisingly intricate engineering and visual detail. Some models even include cross-section cutaways revealing what happened beneath the waterline. \nInteractive experiences throughout the exhibit invite visitors to test survival scenarios\, operate a remote underwater vehicle\, experiment with ship stability\, and build LEGO® creations of their own. Alongside the models are replica artifacts\, archaeological tools\, and multimedia displays exploring how modern researchers investigate shipwrecks and what those discoveries reveal about trade\, exploration\, disaster\, and human history. The result is an exhibit that works equally well for families\, history buffs\, LEGO® fans\, and anyone who still secretly wants to touch every museum display. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/brickwrecks-sunken-ships-in-lego-bricks-3/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:Mystic Seaport\, 75 Greenmanville Ave\, Mystic\, CT\, \,06355-1946\,\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mystic Seaport
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SUMMARY:Taco Tuesday at Milestone Mystic
DESCRIPTION:Taco Tuesday at Milestone Mystic  brings weekly margaritas\, rotatng taco specials\, and waterfront-night-out energy to downtown Mystic every Tuesday starting at 5 p.m. Sitting right along Water Street\, Milestone already carries the kind of lively coastal atmosphere that feels made for warm-weather evenings\, and Taco Tuesday adds an easy excuse to settle in with friends after work or stretch dinner into a full night out. \nTaco Tuesday at Milestone keeps the menu fresh by rotating taco selections each week\, giving regulars something new to look forward to beyond the usual specials. Guests can grab three tacos for $18 while pairing them with $10 margaritas and sangrias or $5 Modelos and Coronas. The combination leans casual and social rather than overcomplicated\, creating the kind of weekly gathering spot where people linger over drinks\, split appetizers\, and watch the evening crowd build as the night goes on. \nThe location itself adds a lot to the experience. Water Street tends to come alive in the evenings during the warmer months\, with visitors moving between restaurants\, bars\, and the nearby waterfront while Mystic’s downtown energy shifts from daytime tourism to nightlife. Taco Tuesday fits naturally into that rhythm\, offering an affordable midweek outing with enough variety to keep locals and visitors coming back throughout the summer season. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/taco-tuesday-at-milestone-mystic/2026-05-26/
CATEGORIES:Milestone
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SUMMARY:Brickwrecks: Sunken Ships in LEGO Bricks
DESCRIPTION:Brickwrecks: Sunken Ships in LEGO Bricks drops visitors into centuries of maritime mystery and disaster at Mystic Seaport Museum.. The internationally touring exhibition combines massive LEGO® ship recreations with real maritime history\, creating an experience that feels part museum exhibit\, part interactive adventure. As the first American stop for the exhibition\, Mystic Seaport becomes the latest host for a showcase that has previously appeared at major maritime museums in Europe and Australia. \nThe exhibit features eleven detailed LEGO® models recreating famous shipwrecks and maritime disasters spanning thousands of years\, including the Titanic\, the Vasa\, Franklin’s Arctic expedition ships Terror and Erebus\, and the ancient Uluburun trading vessel. Created in partnership with LEGO® Certified Professional Ryan “The Brickman” McNaught\, the displays combine historical storytelling with surprisingly intricate engineering and visual detail. Some models even include cross-section cutaways revealing what happened beneath the waterline. \nInteractive experiences throughout the exhibit invite visitors to test survival scenarios\, operate a remote underwater vehicle\, experiment with ship stability\, and build LEGO® creations of their own. Alongside the models are replica artifacts\, archaeological tools\, and multimedia displays exploring how modern researchers investigate shipwrecks and what those discoveries reveal about trade\, exploration\, disaster\, and human history. The result is an exhibit that works equally well for families\, history buffs\, LEGO® fans\, and anyone who still secretly wants to touch every museum display. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/brickwrecks-sunken-ships-in-lego-bricks-3/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:Mystic Seaport\, 75 Greenmanville Ave\, Mystic\, CT\, \,06355-1946\,\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mystic Seaport
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SUMMARY:Brickwrecks: Sunken Ships in LEGO Bricks
DESCRIPTION:Brickwrecks: Sunken Ships in LEGO Bricks drops visitors into centuries of maritime mystery and disaster at Mystic Seaport Museum.. The internationally touring exhibition combines massive LEGO® ship recreations with real maritime history\, creating an experience that feels part museum exhibit\, part interactive adventure. As the first American stop for the exhibition\, Mystic Seaport becomes the latest host for a showcase that has previously appeared at major maritime museums in Europe and Australia. \nThe exhibit features eleven detailed LEGO® models recreating famous shipwrecks and maritime disasters spanning thousands of years\, including the Titanic\, the Vasa\, Franklin’s Arctic expedition ships Terror and Erebus\, and the ancient Uluburun trading vessel. Created in partnership with LEGO® Certified Professional Ryan “The Brickman” McNaught\, the displays combine historical storytelling with surprisingly intricate engineering and visual detail. Some models even include cross-section cutaways revealing what happened beneath the waterline. \nInteractive experiences throughout the exhibit invite visitors to test survival scenarios\, operate a remote underwater vehicle\, experiment with ship stability\, and build LEGO® creations of their own. Alongside the models are replica artifacts\, archaeological tools\, and multimedia displays exploring how modern researchers investigate shipwrecks and what those discoveries reveal about trade\, exploration\, disaster\, and human history. The result is an exhibit that works equally well for families\, history buffs\, LEGO® fans\, and anyone who still secretly wants to touch every museum display. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/brickwrecks-sunken-ships-in-lego-bricks-3/2026-05-28/
LOCATION:Mystic Seaport\, 75 Greenmanville Ave\, Mystic\, CT\, \,06355-1946\,\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mystic Seaport
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SUMMARY:Mystic Ukulele Strummers
DESCRIPTION:Mystic Ukulele Strummers brings together music lovers of all skill levels for weekly ukulele gatherings at Union Baptist Church in Mystic. Designed to be welcoming\, relaxed\, and community-focused\, the group invites beginners\, longtime players\, and curious first-timers alike to spend an evening strumming familiar songs and learning together in a casual social atmosphere. \nThe gatherings focus less on formal music instruction and more on participation\, encouragement\, and shared enjoyment of music. Players can practice chords\, improve rhythm\, learn new songs\, or simply join in for the fun of playing alongside others. Because the ukulele is approachable and easy to pick up\, the sessions tend to attract a wide mix of ages and experience levels\, creating an environment where newcomers don’t feel intimidated. \nWhat makes the Mystic Ukulele Strummers stand out is the sense of community built around the music itself. The group offers a low-pressure way for people to connect\, laugh\, and unplug for a while\, whether they are serious musicians or someone dusting off a ukulele for the first time in years. For locals looking for a creative weekly tradition\, it’s the kind of simple community gathering that feels increasingly rare and valuable. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/mystic-ukulele-strummers/2026-05-28/
LOCATION:Union Baptist Church\, 119 High Street\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
CATEGORIES:Union Baptist Church
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SUMMARY:Brickwrecks: Sunken Ships in LEGO Bricks
DESCRIPTION:Brickwrecks: Sunken Ships in LEGO Bricks drops visitors into centuries of maritime mystery and disaster at Mystic Seaport Museum.. The internationally touring exhibition combines massive LEGO® ship recreations with real maritime history\, creating an experience that feels part museum exhibit\, part interactive adventure. As the first American stop for the exhibition\, Mystic Seaport becomes the latest host for a showcase that has previously appeared at major maritime museums in Europe and Australia. \nThe exhibit features eleven detailed LEGO® models recreating famous shipwrecks and maritime disasters spanning thousands of years\, including the Titanic\, the Vasa\, Franklin’s Arctic expedition ships Terror and Erebus\, and the ancient Uluburun trading vessel. Created in partnership with LEGO® Certified Professional Ryan “The Brickman” McNaught\, the displays combine historical storytelling with surprisingly intricate engineering and visual detail. Some models even include cross-section cutaways revealing what happened beneath the waterline. \nInteractive experiences throughout the exhibit invite visitors to test survival scenarios\, operate a remote underwater vehicle\, experiment with ship stability\, and build LEGO® creations of their own. Alongside the models are replica artifacts\, archaeological tools\, and multimedia displays exploring how modern researchers investigate shipwrecks and what those discoveries reveal about trade\, exploration\, disaster\, and human history. The result is an exhibit that works equally well for families\, history buffs\, LEGO® fans\, and anyone who still secretly wants to touch every museum display. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/brickwrecks-sunken-ships-in-lego-bricks-3/2026-05-29/
LOCATION:Mystic Seaport\, 75 Greenmanville Ave\, Mystic\, CT\, \,06355-1946\,\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mystic Seaport
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SUMMARY:Brickwrecks: Sunken Ships in LEGO Bricks
DESCRIPTION:Brickwrecks: Sunken Ships in LEGO Bricks drops visitors into centuries of maritime mystery and disaster at Mystic Seaport Museum.. The internationally touring exhibition combines massive LEGO® ship recreations with real maritime history\, creating an experience that feels part museum exhibit\, part interactive adventure. As the first American stop for the exhibition\, Mystic Seaport becomes the latest host for a showcase that has previously appeared at major maritime museums in Europe and Australia. \nThe exhibit features eleven detailed LEGO® models recreating famous shipwrecks and maritime disasters spanning thousands of years\, including the Titanic\, the Vasa\, Franklin’s Arctic expedition ships Terror and Erebus\, and the ancient Uluburun trading vessel. Created in partnership with LEGO® Certified Professional Ryan “The Brickman” McNaught\, the displays combine historical storytelling with surprisingly intricate engineering and visual detail. Some models even include cross-section cutaways revealing what happened beneath the waterline. \nInteractive experiences throughout the exhibit invite visitors to test survival scenarios\, operate a remote underwater vehicle\, experiment with ship stability\, and build LEGO® creations of their own. Alongside the models are replica artifacts\, archaeological tools\, and multimedia displays exploring how modern researchers investigate shipwrecks and what those discoveries reveal about trade\, exploration\, disaster\, and human history. The result is an exhibit that works equally well for families\, history buffs\, LEGO® fans\, and anyone who still secretly wants to touch every museum display. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/brickwrecks-sunken-ships-in-lego-bricks-3/2026-05-30/
LOCATION:Mystic Seaport\, 75 Greenmanville Ave\, Mystic\, CT\, \,06355-1946\,\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mystic Seaport
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SUMMARY:The 860 Card Show at the Mystic Hilton
DESCRIPTION:The 860 Card Show at the Mystic Hilton is on May 31\, bringing together collectors\, hobbyists\, and trading card fans from across the region for a day centered around sports cards\, Pokémon\, trading card games\, comics\, and collectibles culture. Featuring 60 vendor tables spread across two rooms\, the growing event has quickly become a gathering spot for both serious collectors and casual fans looking to buy\, trade\, browse\, and connect with others in the hobby community. \nThe show covers a wide range of collectible interests\, from vintage and modern sports cards to Pokémon cards\, trading card games\, comic books\, and pop culture memorabilia. Attendees can expect dealer tables filled with sealed products\, graded cards\, bargain boxes\, rare finds\, and collector-focused merchandise that appeals to longtime hobby veterans as well as younger fans just getting started. The mix of categories helps create an atmosphere broader than that of a traditional sports card convention\, blending nostalgia\, gaming culture\, and fandom into a single event. \nPart of the appeal of smaller regional card shows is the sense of accessibility. Unlike massive national conventions that can feel overwhelming and expensive\, The 860 Card Show leans into a community atmosphere where conversations happen easily across tables and collectors have time to actually dig through boxes\, negotiate trades\, and share stories. Admission is just $5\, with children 12 and under admitted free\, making it an affordable outing for families and collectors alike. \nThe rise of trading cards and collectibles over the past several years has brought renewed energy to hobby culture\, and events like this reflect how deeply that enthusiasm has spread beyond major cities and convention centers. Whether attendees are chasing grail cards\, searching for Pokémon pulls\, hunting comics\, or simply reliving childhood obsessions for a few hours\, the event taps directly into the thrill of discovery that keeps collector culture alive. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/the-860-card-show-at-the-mystic-hilton/
LOCATION:Mystic Hilton\, 20 Coogan Blvd\, Mystic\, 06355\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mystic Hilton
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SUMMARY:Brickwrecks: Sunken Ships in LEGO Bricks
DESCRIPTION:Brickwrecks: Sunken Ships in LEGO Bricks drops visitors into centuries of maritime mystery and disaster at Mystic Seaport Museum.. The internationally touring exhibition combines massive LEGO® ship recreations with real maritime history\, creating an experience that feels part museum exhibit\, part interactive adventure. As the first American stop for the exhibition\, Mystic Seaport becomes the latest host for a showcase that has previously appeared at major maritime museums in Europe and Australia. \nThe exhibit features eleven detailed LEGO® models recreating famous shipwrecks and maritime disasters spanning thousands of years\, including the Titanic\, the Vasa\, Franklin’s Arctic expedition ships Terror and Erebus\, and the ancient Uluburun trading vessel. Created in partnership with LEGO® Certified Professional Ryan “The Brickman” McNaught\, the displays combine historical storytelling with surprisingly intricate engineering and visual detail. Some models even include cross-section cutaways revealing what happened beneath the waterline. \nInteractive experiences throughout the exhibit invite visitors to test survival scenarios\, operate a remote underwater vehicle\, experiment with ship stability\, and build LEGO® creations of their own. Alongside the models are replica artifacts\, archaeological tools\, and multimedia displays exploring how modern researchers investigate shipwrecks and what those discoveries reveal about trade\, exploration\, disaster\, and human history. The result is an exhibit that works equally well for families\, history buffs\, LEGO® fans\, and anyone who still secretly wants to touch every museum display. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/brickwrecks-sunken-ships-in-lego-bricks-3/2026-05-31/
LOCATION:Mystic Seaport\, 75 Greenmanville Ave\, Mystic\, CT\, \,06355-1946\,\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mystic Seaport
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SUMMARY:Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center Full Blue Moon Walk
DESCRIPTION:Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center Full Blue Moon Walk offers a rare chance to experience the trails and shoreline atmosphere surrounding the Peace Sanctuary under the glow of a rising full moon above the Mystic River. Guided by an educator from Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center\, the evening walk combines nature\, quiet reflection\, and nighttime scenery in a setting that feels dramatically different after dark. As participants move through the sanctuary trails\, the changing light\, sounds of the river\, and open night sky create an atmosphere that feels calm\, slightly surreal\, and deeply tied to the natural landscape of coastal Connecticut. \nThe Peace Sanctuary\, tucked along River Road in Mystic\, is known for its wooded trails and peaceful riverfront environment\, making it especially suited for guided evening walks like this one. Along the route\, participants may spot lingering spring wildflowers while learning more about the local ecosystem and the changing nighttime environment surrounding the river. Unlike daytime hikes filled with crowds and activity\, moonlit walks at the sanctuary tend to feel quieter and more immersive\, with attention shifting toward subtle sounds\, shadows\, and the movement of the moon across the water. \nFull Blue Moon Walk takes place Sunday\, May 31 from 8:15 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. and is geared toward adults comfortable walking moderate uneven terrain. The walk meets at the bottom of the driveway at the Peace Sanctuary located at 233 River Road in Mystic. Organizers note that the event takes place rain or shine\, though heavy rain will result in cancellation. Pre-registration is required\, and participants can register by clicking the event link below. \nRules and Suggestions:\n• Pre-registration is required\n• The walk is free to attend\n• Moderate uneven terrain should be expected\n• The event is best suited for adults\n• Full moon walks take place rain or shine unless heavy rain occurs\n• Participants should meet at the bottom of the driveway at Peace Sanctuary\, 233 River Road in Mystic \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/denison-pequotsepos-nature-center-full-blue-moon-walk/
LOCATION:Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center\, 109 Pequotsepos Road\, Mystic\, 06355\, United States
CATEGORIES:Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center
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