Nothing could be finer than coffee at the diner. Would you like to chat with a Branford cop in an informal setting? Or help the Branford Land Trust at a special pint sized event? Or hear some real cool jazz? Read on as our weekend events unfold today.
Thursday, Nov. 6
Coffee With A Cop. Have a cup of coffee with a cop at the Parthenon Diner, 374 East Main St. Branford police officers will come together with residents at an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, build relationships and have a cup of coffee together. The majority of contacts cops have with the public occur during emergencies, or emotional situations, not the best time for relationship building with the community. Coffee with a Cop, a new program, breaks down barriers and allows for a relaxed, one-on-one interaction. Conversation begins at 6 p.m.
Pints to Protect Our Land
Trailblazer and Patagonia host an event entitled “Pints to Protect Our Land.” Grab a pint, take a spin on a prize wheel, or enter a drawing to win prizes. Enjoy beer provided by DuVig Brewery of Branford, plus wine, light food, and entertainment. The first 100 people will receive a free pint glass and great prizes will be on hand. Proceeds benefit the Branford Land Trust. Trailblazer is located at 1004 Main St., across from the Green, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 203 – 488-0802 or visit branfordlandtrust.org.
Saturday, November 8
Dear Eva: A Reading of World War II Letters. A captivating non-fiction play based on World War II letters written by ordinary men and women. The 50-minute reading will be by the play’s co-authors, Catherine Ladnier of Greenwich and Paul Janensch of Bridgeport. They will welcome your questions and comments immediately after. Blackstone Memorial Library. 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Free and open to the public.
Evergreen Woods Holiday Fair
Here’s a local fair not far from home. Evergreen Woods is located off Route 1, at 88 Notch Hill Road in North Branford. Event runs from 9 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. For more information call: 203 – 483-3231
Book Signing: LOOK UP! Musings on the Nature of Mindfulness
Join Branford writer Jen Payne for a book signing of her new book “LOOK UP! Musings on the Nature of Mindfulness.” Event gets underway at noon and runs to 3 p.m. at the Rock Garden, a metaphysical gift and book shop at 17 South Main St., across from the Blackstone Memorial Library. There will be giveaways and refreshments. Free and open to the public. For more information, call (203) 483‑5353, or go to www.lookupthebook.com.
Puppy Up! Shoreline
Gather your dog and join the group for a two mile walk to promote awareness of canine cancer and to fund raise for cancer research to benefit both pets and people. Hammonasset State Park, 1288 Boston Post Road, 1 p.m. Fee is $25 on the day of the walk, free for 14 and under. Check website for additional information.
Sunday, Nov. 9
Branford’s Veterans Day Parade gets underway at the Cenotaph Monument behind Town Hall at 1 p.m. Tom Sudac, commander of American Legion Post 83, will deliver the key address. Parade follows, beginning on South Main Street and ending at reviewing stand on the Town Green.
Try some good jazz tonight.
The Home Restaurant, 1114 Main St., is featuring Isabella Mendes and guitarist George Lesiw (pictured). The sets run from 5 p.m.to 8 p.m. Home is owned and operated by jazz lover Jared Schulefand.
Or head to Guilford to the Ayuthai Restaurant, 2279 Boston Post Road to hear Joe Cardinale and his group, including Jason Ennis, Natalia Bernal and Jeff Fuller (pictured below). We predict exciting Brazilian and Latin beats. From 6 to 8 p.m. Reservations suggested. Call 203 – 453-2988.
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