Aesop’s Fables is a 45 –minute whirlwind adventure through the beloved 2600–year old tales. Bright Star’s professional actors bring to life the stories of “The Tortoise and the Hare,” “The Boy Who Cried Wolf,” “The Fox and the Grapes,” “The Lion and the Mouse” and “The Monkeyand Her Pail.” Brimming with audience participation and character education, this production celebrates the moral lessons available in each of these charming tales. This hilarious play is guaranteed to leave audiences of all ages rolling in the aisles with delight! 

Perfect for younger audiences (grades Pre–K and higher), these classic tales from the legendary Greek storyteller will delight both the young and old. Please pre-register for this FREE program.

 Virtual Forum: Native American Storytelling
February 24, 2022 at 7:00- 8:30pm

Fee $10 per household

Native Americans relied on oral history to convey morals, explanations, and other teachings. What were the roles of animals and natural elements, and what types of morals or explanations did stories provide? View several stories by northeastern Native Americans and either observe or engage in meaningful discussion.

Local History Program: The Civil War
February 27, 2022 at 2pm

Program fees: Friends and Society members pay $5; non-members pay $7.

Civil War reenactor Frank Niederwerfer, 68, of South Windsor, will speak about his great uncle, Oliver Dart, who fought with Company G, 14th Regiment, Connecticut Volunteer Infantry. He’ll be joined by Main Street’s Bob Starr, 80, who’ll discuss his family’s book, “For My Grandchildren,” the Civil War Journey of Pierre Starr, Surgeon, 39th Ohio Infantry. Transcribed and edited by noted Civil War author Brad Quinlin, and Jason Rusk, the book details Starr’s experience as a surgeon for the Union Army during the Civil War.

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