Special Events

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Scarecrow Display
Throughout the weekend

12th Annual Quilt Show
Friday, October 10 and Saturday, October 11

Friday Concert
Friday, October 10

Middle School Chorus
Friday, October 10

Salisbury Sip & Stroll
on Friday, October 10

Morgan’s at the Interlaken
on Friday, October 10 and Saturday, October 11

Magic Shows
on Saturday, October 11

Facepainting
on Saturday, October 11

Sparkly Strands
on Saturday, October 11

Jazz Musician
on Saturday, October 11

Salisbury Band Concert
on Saturday, October 11

Crafts and Games
on Saturday, October 11

Hayrides
on Saturday, October 11

Herbal Crafts
on Saturday, October 11

Karaoke
on Saturday, October 11

Antique Car Rides
on Saturday, October 11

Blue Studio Dance Performance
on Saturday, October 11

Musical Performance by the Joint Chiefs
on Saturday, October 11

Martha Graham Dance Performance
on Saturday, October 11

Food and Drinks
Throughout the weekend

Food Trucks
Throughout the weekend

World Percussion Jam
on Saturday, October 11

Gilbert the Party Pig
Saturday, October 11

Prime Rib Dinner
on Saturday, October 11

5th Annual Pet Parade
on Sunday, October 12

Scarecrow Display

Throughout the weekend

See the many scarecrows lining Main Street in both Salisbury and Lakeville. Then vote for your favorites—ballots are available at the Salisbury General Store, White Hart Inn, and Grassland Dessert Cafe. Cash prizes of $100, $75, and $50 for winners of two categories: Individuals & Families and Schools & Non-Profits. A trophy will be awarded to Best Business Scarecrow. Click here for more information and registration form. Click here for more information and registration form

12th Annual Quilt Show

Friday, October 10 and Saturday, October 11 - 10 am - 4 pm - Salisbury Congregational Church

Admire the many beautiful quilts draped over the pews throughout the church. All quilts are welcome in the exhibit -- whether made by you or a relative, purchased or received. Please bring your quilt(s) to the church from October 6-8 between 10 am and 2 pm. Cards will be available to list your name, contact information, and each quilt's "story," such as its design, its quilter, and how it was acquired if known.

Friday Concert

Friday, October 10 - 12:00 – 1:00 pm - at the Salisbury Congregational Church

Enjoy a free concert at the Salisbury Congregational Church featuring Irish-American soprano Francesca Federico accompanied by Dan Franklin Smith on piano, Ben Russel on violin, and Clarice Jensen on cello. Federico was born in Paris and is based in New York City. She is a Fulbright Scholar and completed a performance residency in Ireland. Her debut album, Visions and Ecstasies, will be released October 24th.

Middle School Chorus

Friday, October 10 – 11:15 am
on the Scoville Memorial Library lawn

Enjoy a wonderful concert by the Middle School Chorus from the Salisbury Central School on Scoville Memorial Library lawn. The group of around 33 students will perform a selection of their favorite songs.

Salisbury Sip & Stroll

Friday, October 10 - 5 pm to 8 pm

Join us for a relaxed “Sip & Stroll” event to kick off the Fall Festival weekend! Stop in the shops along Main Street and Academy Street for a variety of refreshments to sip and enjoy, along with shopping and socializing. See an art show and enjoy live music.

Child care available. Click Here

Morgan’s at the Interlaken

Friday, October 10 and Saturday, October 11 - 5 pm - 9 pm - 74 Interlaken Road, Lakeville

Enjoy a delicious dinner at Morgan’s Restaurant and receive a 20% discount, alcohol excluded. Just say “Fall Festival” to receive the discount! Located in The Interlaken Inn, Morgan’s offers a cozy and classy atmosphere with large windows overlooking the property.

Magic Shows

Saturday, October 11 - 11 am and 2 pm

Two free magic shows with Peter James. Gather outside the Salisbury Congregational Church on Library Street for a fun event for kids of all ages. Free popcorn to all who arrive before starting time!

Facepainting

Saturday, October 11 - 10 am to 4 pm

The Happy Facepainter, Christine Gloster, will create wonderful works of art, from a princess or tiger to a superhero or ghost. Stop by her booth on the Library lawn.

Sparkly Strands

Saturday, October 11 - 10 am to 4 pm

Add some sparkle and color to any hair style with thin strands of glittery tinsel. Stop by the booth near the Salisbury General Store to see all the shimmering colors!

Jazz Guitarist

Saturday, October 11 - 11 am to 1:30 pm

Mark Phillips is a jazz guitarist based in Great Barrington, MA who loves to play swing, traditional, and straight ahead styles of jazz. Come and enjoy some toe-tapping music in the courtyard behind the Salisbury General Store.

Salisbury Band Concert

Saturday, October 11 – Noon to 1:30

Enjoy music on the Library lawn by the Salisbury Band Senior Quickstep Hotshots.

Crafts and Games

Saturday, October 11 – 10 am to 4 pm - Scoville Memorial Library lawn

Lots of autumn crafts and games for children of all ages – pumpkin painting, arts and crafts, glitter tattoos, lawn games, popcorn, and more. Sponsored by SOAR, Scoville Memorial Library, Salisbury Central School 8th Grade Class, EXTRAS, Indian Mountain School, and Housatonic Youth Service Bureau.

Hay Ride

Saturday, October 11 – 10 to 1 pm

Enjoy an old-fashioned hayride! Tractor and hay wagon depart on the corner of Library Street and Railroad Street. $5 Children under 2 are free. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Herbal Crafts

Saturday, October 11 - 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

Enjoy herbal crafting on the lawn by Rosemary Rose Finery on the west side of Main Street. Kids of all ages can make herbal bundles and/or wreaths to take home.

Karaoke

Saturday October 11 – 10 am – 4 pm

Join the fun singing karaoke outside Casa Marcelo on Academy Street. And enjoy cotton candy. Sponsored by the Salisbury Central School PTO.

Newsies Jr. Performance

Saturday, October 11 – 11:30 am

SOAR/Salisbury Central School students presents songs from Newsies Jr. on the steps of the White Hart Inn.

Antique Car Rides

Saturday, October 11 - 1 pm — 10:30 am – 1:30 pm

Go for a spin in an antique car down Library Street and beyond, beginning and ending at the Congregational Church. Only $2 a ride.

Blue Studio Dance Performance

Saturday, October 11 - 1 pm to 1:30 pm — on The White Hart lawn

Enjoy a dance performance showcasing the amazing work of students in the Blue Studio’s programs. Check out the variety of dance classes offered in the Northwest Corner of Connecticut.

Musical Performance by the Joint Chiefs

Saturday, October 11 – 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm - The White Hart lawn

Enjoy live music by the popular Joint Chiefs – Eliot Osborn on guitar, bass and vocals; Louise Lindenmeyr on mandolin, button box accordion and vocals; George Potts on guitar, bass and vocals; and Diana Herold on drums and percussion.

Martha Graham Dance Performance

Saturday, October 11 - 2:30 pm to 3 pm The Buttons Garden outside the Scoville Memorial Library

National Iron Bank presents two iconic Martha Graham Dances: The Apple Dance from El Penitente and Lamentation performed by Graham 2. Following the performance, Graham dancers will lead children of all ages in expressive movement using props and fabric tubes. Plus “Graham” crackers and apple cider to enjoy.

Food and Drinks

Throughout the Weekend

Hot Dog Tent – Friday and Saturday on Main Street by Congregational Church

Fall Comfort Food Booth – Saturday on Main Street by Academy Street

Sweet William’s Coffee Shop & Bakery – Friday, Saturday, Sunday – 17 Main Street

Provisions at The White Hart Inn – Friday, Saturday, Sunday – 15 Under Mountain Road

Neo Restaurant – Saturday for pizza – 19 Main Street

Plus food trucks (see below)

Food Trucks

Food 4 Friends – Saturday by Salisbury General Store on Main Street

Peter Doda’s Softee Ice Cream – Saturday on Academy Street

Taco Shack – Saturday by the Scoville Memorial Library on Library Street

World Percussion Jam

Saturday, October 11 — 1:30 to 3:30

Join a renown percussionist, John Marshall, and friends for a fun trip around the world. They will be playing in the courtyard behind the Salisbury General Store.

Gilbert the Party Pig

Saturday, October 11 – 3 to 4 pm — Scoville Memorial Library

Gilbert the Party Pig is coming to the Scoville Memorial Library with two of its friendly pig ambassadors! The group travels all over New England doing fun, interactive, educational events. Visit with our animal guests on the library lawn or inside the library (upstairs) in case of poor weather.

Prime Rib dinner

Saturday, October 11 – 5 pm to 8 pm – Lakeville Hose, 4 Brook Street, Lakeville

Delicious Prime Rib Dinner with mashed potatoes, vegetable, dinner roll, and dessert. To eat in or take out; for large orders call 860-435-9981 on Saturday. Adults $26, Seniors $20, Child $16.

5th Annual Pet Parade

Sunday, October 12 – Noon – Lakeville Community Field (behind Patco)

Don't miss the Pet Parade! Registration opens at 11:30 and the parade commences at 12:00. Don't have a dog? Bring your turtle, goat, pig, cat, or any other pet with or without a costume. All pets must be leashed or otherwise contained by you. Following a short parade, prizes will be awarded for a variety of categories.

Registration forms can be found at Petpourri, White Hart Inn, Black Rabbit, On the Run, Millerton Veterinary Practice, and Hunky Hound Handlers (Canaan). Or download the registration form HERE.