Rum Tropic Distillery

Join My Perfect Bliss and Rum Tropic Distillery for a special evening of creativity, community, and cocktails for a cause.
Create your own signature candle with My Perfect Bliss, enjoy a handcrafted cocktail from Rum Tropic Distillery, and mingle over light bites—all while helping raise funds in support of the Closer to Free Ride and cancer research and care.
✨ Candle Making 🍹 One Cocktail Included 🍴 Light Bites 🩵 An Evening That Makes a Difference
Friday, August 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM The Velvet Mill – In the Plaza 22 Bayview Ave, Stonington, CT 06378
Every candle. Every cocktail. Every donation. Makes a difference.
Come light the way to hope with us.

Local Event: Light the Way to Hope

New London County

Stonington-Mystic

Connecticut

Light the Way to Hope

Join My Perfect Bliss and Rum Tropic Distillery for a special evening of creativity, community, and cocktails for a...

Join us for a spirited evening of connection, messages, and mystery at Rum Tropic Distillery! Just in time for the Halloween season, join Tracy Ann, Psychic Medium for an evening of readings at Rum Tropic Distillery at the Velvet Mill, 22 Bayview Ave., Unit 47, Stonington, CT on Friday, October 23, 2026 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Tracy is a psychic medium who can connect to your loved ones in spirit. The loss of her son to cancer was the catalyst to use her ability to help others who also grieve. Messages from the Spirit World are amazing and come from a higher perspective and always guided by LOVE.Rum Tropic Distillery is a small batch cane distillery located in the desirable and the historic Velvet Mill in Stonington, CT. Proudly, Rum Tropic Distillery is known for its tropical vibes and award-winning spirits and has made the list of finalists for best distillery for CT Magazine's "Best of CT!" There will be light refreshments and select rum cocktails for purchase as well as bottles to purchase!Though a reading is not guaranteed, the intent is to make as many connections as possible. Ticket sales are final and nonrefundable, $44.52 per ticket. Call owner, Kelly at (860) 579-4970 or Tracy (860) 218-5040 with any questions. Parking lot has ample parking. Handicap accessible.

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Spirits & Spirits: A Halloween Mediumship...

Join us for a spirited evening of connection, messages, and mystery at Rum Tropic Distillery! Just in time for the Halloween...

Spirits & Spirits: A Halloween Mediumship Experience

Kelly Kretchman

Chris Rhatigan 

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Groton

Washington County

Westerly

Rhode Island

Ledyard

New London

Hopkinton

Waterford

Charlestown

Montville

Norwich

Richmond

Join us for Thirsty Thursdays at Deans Mill Farm! 🍻🎶
 Come out and enjoy a fun-filled evening at Deans Mill Farm every Thursday 5:30 - 8:30 PM this season! We’ve got live music, delicious food, and refreshing drinks to help you kick off your weekend early. It’s the perfect way to relax with friends, family, or even make new ones.
 🌟 What to Expect: * Live Music from local artists * Food Trucks with tasty options to satisfy every craving * Signature Drinks and cold beverages to keep you refreshed 
Whether you’re enjoying the outdoor atmosphere or relaxing with a drink in hand, Thirsty Thursday is the place to be. It's family-friendly and free to attend, so bring everyone along! Please, no animals &amp; no outside alcohol.
🕓 When: Every Thursday from Thursday, May 1st - Thursday, October 30th
📍 Where: Deans Mill Farm, 1189 Pequot Trail, Stonington, CT 
*Weather Permitting. Times Subject To Change* Mark your calendars and spread the word! We can’t wait to see you there!

Local Event: Thirsty Thursdays at Deans Mill Farm w. Izzy Malek

Thirsty Thursdays at Deans Mill Farm w. Izzy Malek

Join us for Thirsty Thursdays at Deans Mill Farm! 🍻🎶
 Come out and enjoy a fun-filled evening at Deans Mill Farm every Thursday...

Join us for The Sunday Jam Sessions at Deans Mill Farm! 🍻🎶 Come out and enjoy a fun-filled evening at Deans Mill Farm every Sunday 2:30 pm - 5:30 PM this season! We’ve got live music, delicious food, and refreshing drinks to help you kick off your weekend early. It’s the perfect way to relax with friends, family, or even make new ones. 🌟 What to Expect: * Live Music from local artists * Food Trucks with tasty options to satisfy every craving * Signature Drinks and cold beverages to keep you refreshed Whether you’re enjoying the outdoor atmosphere or relaxing with a drink in hand, Deans Mill Farm is the place to be. It's family-friendly and free to attend, so bring everyone along! Please, no animals &amp; no outside alcohol. 🕓 When: Every Sunday from Sunday, May 3rd - Thursday, October 29th 📍Where: Deans Mill Farm, 1189 Pequot Trail, Stonington, CT *Weather Permitting. Times Subject To Change* Mark your calendars and spread the word! We can’t wait to see you there!

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Sunday Jams at Deans Mill Farm  w. Ben Freiert...

Join us for The Sunday Jam Sessions at Deans Mill Farm! 🍻🎶 Come out and enjoy a fun-filled evening at Deans Mill Farm every...

Sunday Jams at Deans Mill Farm  w. Ben Freiert & Jeff Lewis

Long Island Sound

The 44th Annual WICC Surfside Hotel <a href="https://www.bluefishtournament.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth</a> returns to Long Island Sound on Saturday, August 29, with fishing officially beginning at 12:01 a.m. Anglers from Connecticut and New York will compete for bragging rights—and a $25,000 grand prize awarded to the tournament's largest bluefish.
The weekend-long tournament features more than $40,000 in total cash prizes, including:
<ul>
 <li>1st Place: $25,000</li>
 <li>2nd Place: $7,500</li>
 <li>3rd Place: $2,500</li>
 <li>Smaller cash prizes awarded through 20th Place</li>
 <li>Port Prizes awarded for the heaviest bluefish weighed at each official Connecticut and New York weigh station (see below for complete list of weigh stations)</li>
</ul>
Young anglers, 17 and under, will also have the chance to win big. The tournament will award a $1,000 cash prize to the largest bluefish caught by a youth angler. Second and third place youth winners will receive $100 gift cards.
Anglers may register online at <a href="https://www.bluefishtournament.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.bluefishtournament.com</a>&nbsp;or in person at any official tournament registration location throughout Connecticut and New York/Long Island.
Official Registration Locations:
Connecticut
<ul>
 <li>AW Marina – New London</li>
 <li>Black Hall Outfitters – Westbrook</li>
 <li>Black Rock Bait &amp; Tackle – Bridgeport</li>
 <li>Bobby J's Bait &amp; Tackle – Milford</li>
 <li>Branford Bait &amp; Tackle – Branford</li>
 <li>Dee's Bait &amp; Tackle – New Haven</li>
 <li>Fin's Bait &amp; Tackle – Clinton</li>
 <li>Fisherman's World – East Norwalk</li>
 <li>Fishin’ Factory – Milldale</li>
 <li>Hillyer's Tackle Shop – Waterford</li>
 <li>Sportsman's Den – Cos Cob</li>
 <li>Ted's Bait &amp; Tackle – Old Saybrook</li>
</ul>
New York
<ul>
 <li>Blue Water Ventures – Peconic</li>
 <li>Cow Harbor Bait &amp; Tackle – Northport</li>
 <li>Duffy's Bait &amp; Tackle – Glenwood Landing</li>
 <li>East Coast Fishing Supplies – Little Neck</li>
 <li>Jack's Bait &amp; Tackle – City Island</li>
 <li>Miller Place Bait &amp; Tackle – Mount Sinai</li>
 <li>Tyalure Tackle – Rye</li>
</ul>
The registration deadline is Friday, August 28, at 11:59 p.m. Registration is $36 per angler and is required to participate. Fishing begins at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, August 29, and concludes at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 30.
Throughout the tournament weekend, WICC, 99.1 PLR, STAR 99.9, and WEBE108 will provide hourly leaderboard updates and tournament results.
For registration, tournament rules, weigh station information, and live updates, visit <a href="https://www.bluefishtournament.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.bluefishtournament.com</a>, follow <a href="https://www.facebook.com/bluefishtournament" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/bluefishtournament</a>, or Instagram @bluefishtournament.
The 44th Annual Bluefish Tournament is proudly presented by WICC, The Surfside Hotel, Stevens Ford Lincoln of Milford, Bridgeport Harbor Marina, Water Dr., Little Pub, and The Fisherman Magazine

Local Event: 44th Annual WICC Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth with $25,000 Grand Prize

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