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Thursday's Look To The Weekend

Some people will be going away since Branford schools are closed for winter recess next week. However, there are things to do if you stay home. Here are five things to know today.

Debbie’s Daily Dose of Food for Thought

I’ve mentioned the importance of laughter before and hope you are all laughing more everyday. If not, watch a funny movie, share silly jokes and remember this if you are feeling low:

“A good laugh is sunshine in a house.” William Makepeace Thackeray

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Wishing you all much sunshine, even on the cloudy days!

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576 Main St, 7 – 11 p.m.; Cover charge $5

Have some fun tonight and help raise money to support the upcoming New Haven St. Patrick’s Day Parade at the same time!

Saturday, February 19

Eli Whitney Museum, 8:30 – 10 a.m.; Free

Are you early risers? If so, bundle up and join the New Haven Bird Club for a bird-watching walk through East Rock Park. Get some fresh air and find out how the birds have been faring this winter!


St. Andrews Church, 232 Durham Road, Madison; 10 a.m.; Free

Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo presents a wonderful, kid and family-friendly introduction to exotic and tropical creatures. Call 203-245-9192 or go to  www.friendsofhammonasset.org for more information.

Sunday

James Blackstone Memorial Library, 1 – 3:30 p.m.; Free

Come to the library to view old postcards, talk with collectors and learn how Branford has changed over the years. Jane Bouley, our town historian will speak at 1:20 p.m.. Entry is through the staff door by the book drop since the library will be closed. Refreshments will be served.

 

 

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