381 things to do in Meriden, CT today and tonight, Wednesday, November 11. From 5 p.m.: 9 community, 8 talks + ideas, 5 art, 5 game night. Tonight: SETBACK & CRIBBAGE @ IHOP (SOUTHINGTON) (5 p.m.); Dinner at Gather55 (5 p.m.); Late Dining at Kikar Schusterman (Dining Hall) (5 p.m.); Music in the Galleries: Another Word for Feeling at Yale Center for British Art (5 p.m.). Every listing links the venue's or organizer's own page it was checked against.
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IHOPSouthington, CT8.3 mi
Card games
Setback and cribbage at IHOP, up to 16 players. If plans change, switch your RSVP to no so someone else can play.
IHOP, 885 Queen St, Southington, CT
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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Gather55, 55 Bartholomew Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Kikar Schusterman (Dining Hall)New Haven, CT17 mi
Other
Late dining at Kikar Schusterman: an extended meal period accepting Meal Swipes, Points and Eli Bucks. Faculty meal plans not active.
Kikar Schusterman (Dining Hall), 80 Wall Street, New Haven, CT 06511
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–6 p.m. Eastern Time
Yale Center for British ArtNew Haven, CT17 mi
Live music
Art
Music in the Galleries: Another Word for Feeling at Yale Center for British Art in New Haven, Connecticut.
Yale Center for British Art, 1080 Chapel St, New Haven, CT
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m. Eastern Time
OrdinaryNew Haven, CT17 mi
Food & drink
Ordinary, 990 Chapel Street, New Haven, CT 06510
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m. Eastern Time
Elm City GamesNew Haven, CT17 mi
Board games
Magic: The Gathering in Commander, its four-player format: each deck is built around one legendary card, its commander, and everyone starts at 40 life. Casual play; entry is $10.
Elm City Games, 71 Orange St., New Haven, CT 06510
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
The Unitarian Meeting HouseHartford, CT18 mi
Other
Wuji Gong practice with Diana, an ongoing group. Let Diana know if you're attending.
The Unitarian Meeting House, 50 Bloomfield Avenue, Hartford, CT
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m. Eastern Time
Chips' Pub IIIClinton, CT23 mi
Family
Theater
A magician for kids at a local pub in the center of Clinton.
Chips' Pub III, 24 West Main Street, Clinton, CT 06413
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. Eastern Time
Food: wings · tacos · quesadillas · burgers · pizza · bbq · Vegetarian options · Gluten-free optionsFrom the venue's menu, Oct 18, 2026
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5 p.m. Eastern Time
The Game Vault - Old SaybrookOld Saybrook, CT28 mi
Board games
Commander League at The Game Vault, a tabletop gaming hub with board game tournaments, game nights, a curated game library, trading cards and miniatures.
The Game Vault - Old Saybrook, 210 Main St, Old Saybrook, CT 06475
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–6 p.m. Eastern Time
High Rise, Room 623 - Game Room, Eastern Connecticut State UniversityWillimantic, CT32 mi
Talks + ideas
Words Matter: a session helping residents understand how language can affect others, to promote inclusion and respect.
Eastern Connecticut State University
High Rise, Room 623 - Game Room, Eastern Connecticut State University, 83 Windham St, Willimantic, CT 06226
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m. Eastern Time
Western Connecticut State University campusDanbury, CT35 mi
Sports + fitness
The Western Connecticut State University Wolves play Nichols College.
Western Connecticut State University campus, 181 White Street, Danbury, CT 06810
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Charles F. Dolan School of BusinessFairfield, CT35 mi
Talks + ideas
Kelly Lafnitzegger, executive vice president and chief HR officer at AIG, shares how early-career professionals can market themselves, stand out and develop as leaders. Moderated by Dean Zhan Li.
Fairfield University
Charles F. Dolan School of Business, 1073 North Benson Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m. Eastern Time
Game night
A Dungeons & Dragons game at a local game store: each player is a hero in a shared story and says what their character does, while one person, the Dungeon Master, runs the story and says when to roll dice. Room for up to 32 players; entry is $2.
Gilt Leaf Games and Hobbies, 276 W Main St, Norwich, CT 06360
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–9 p.m. Eastern Time
O'Neill's Irish Pub & RestaurantNorwalk, CT44 mi
Other
Free open play: bring a board if you have one for 5-point matches, and come and go as you can.
O'Neill's Irish Pub & Restaurant, 93 N Main St, Norwalk, CT
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m. Eastern Time
Arlo Kitchen & BarNorthport, NY51 mi
Food & drink
Arlo Kitchen & Bar, 1036 Fort Salonga Road, Northport, NY 11768
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m. Eastern Time
InsigniaSmithtown, NY52 mi
Food & drink
Dine at Insignia Steakhouse in Smithtown and get 50% off bottles of wine over $150.
Insignia, 610 Smithtown Bypass, Smithtown, NY 11787
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–7 p.m. Eastern Time
Hyatt Regency GreenwichOld Greenwich, CT53 mi
Community
Wyonegonic and its brother camp Winona welcome prospective and new families: meet the Directors, see a slideshow on both camps and hear about their programs. Light snacks; all are welcome.
Hyatt Regency Greenwich, 1800 E Putnam Ave, Old Greenwich, CT 06870
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
Jazz On MainMount Kisco, NY54 mi
Live music
Listening lounge with drinks and no cover or minimum.
Jazz On Main, 37 S Moger Ave, Mount Kisco, NY
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m. Eastern Time
East End GamingOakdale, NY58 mi
Board games
East End Gaming, 4580-12 Sunrise Hwy., Oakdale, NY 11769
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–6 p.m. Eastern Time
Dutchess County Pride CenterPoughkeepsie, NY58 mi
Community
A group for neuroqueer adults, medically or self-diagnosed, centered on neurodivergent LGBTQIA+ experience. A new theme each month, expressed through art, writing, music and more.
Dutchess County Pride Center, 766 Main Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Time
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5:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Infinite Growth ClubSouthington, CT6.2 mi
Fitness class
A gentle restorative yoga class to reset the nervous system, calm the body and restore movement.
Infinite Growth Club, 35 Center Street, Southington, CT 06489
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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5:30 p.m.–7 p.m. Eastern Time
Talks + ideas
Keynote on the State of the World by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist David Sanger at the Global Security Forum.
The Mark Twain House & Museum, 351 Farmington Avenue, Hartford, CT 06105
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Time
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5:30 p.m.–7 p.m. Eastern Time
Other
New York Times national security correspondent David Sanger gives a keynote on the State of the World, examining the forces reshaping global security.
World Affairs Council of Connecticut, 1049 Asylum Ave, Hartford, CT 06105
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Time
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5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Community
The Yale Club of New Haven monthly gathering at Mory's, with special guest Pippa Jack, Editor-in-Chief of the Yale Alumni Magazine.
Mory's, 306 York St, New Haven, CT 06511
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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5:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Eastern Time
UUCGBStratford, CT29 mi
Live music
Family
Childrens Choir at UUCGB in Stratford, Connecticut.
UUCGB, 275 Huntington Rd, Stratford, CT 06615
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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5:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Ballard Institute, University of ConnecticutStorrs, CT34 mi
Talks + ideas
The Creative Sustenance Benefit Poetry Reading with Luisa Caycedo-Kimura at the Black Box Theater.
University of Connecticut
Ballard Institute, University of Connecticut, 352 Mansfield Road, Storrs, CT 06269
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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5:30 p.m.–7 p.m. Eastern Time
Ives Concert HallDanbury, CT35 mi
Talks + ideas
Unmuting at Ives Concert Hall in Danbury, Connecticut.
Western Connecticut State University
Ives Concert Hall, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Time
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5:30 p.m.–7 p.m. Eastern Time
Norwalk Community CollegeNorwalk, CT46 mi
Community
A presentation and panel discussion on college access and success for students with disabilities and their families.
Norwalk Community College, 188 Richards Ave., Norwalk, CT 06854
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Time
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5:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Theater
A Standard Showdown: most stores run three to five rounds, each a best-of-three match of Magic: The Gathering in Standard, which uses only the newest sets. The winner gets a special promo card while supplies last. Room for up to 16 players; entry is $5.
The Keep - Ware, 39 W Main St, Ware, MA 01082
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 5:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
1741 Pub and GrillMiddlefield, CT5.3 mi
Other
A lively night of Setback at 1741 Pub & Grill: shuffle up and deal, with food and drinks.
1741 Pub and Grill, 72 Lyman Rd, Middlefield, CT 06455
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–9 p.m. Eastern Time
Wood-n-Tap-SouthingtonSouthington, CT7.5 mi
Family
Food & drink
A free, informal supper at Wood n' Tap to socialize with and meet fellow Santas.
Wood-n-Tap-Southington, 420 Queen St, Southington, CT 06489
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Stew Leonard's of NewingtonNewington, CT8.8 mi
Family
Food & drink
A Taste of Thanksgiving culinary class for ages 6 to 12. Kids make Thanksgiving-themed treats.
Stew Leonard's of Newington, 3475 Berlin Turnpike, Newington, CT 06111
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–10 p.m. Eastern Time
The Cellar on TreadwellHamden, CT14 mi
Karaoke
Weekly karaoke party at The Cellar hosted by Steve Savage.
The Cellar on Treadwell, 295 Treadwell St Bldg h, Hamden, CT 06514
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–10 p.m. Eastern Time
Spruce CoffeeNew Haven, CT17 mi
Open mic
An open mic music night hosted by terronthelight, with 10-minute slots of roughly 3 songs, first-come, first-served.
Spruce Coffee, 952 State St, New Haven, CT 06511
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
University of Saint JosephWest Hartford, CT17 mi
Talks + ideas
Critical Conversations with Dr. Robert Klitzman on medicine, chaplains and healing the whole person.
University of Saint Joseph, 1678 Asylum Ave., West Hartford, CT 06117
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
A beginner-friendly, solder-only stained glass workshop at Priam Vineyards: make feathers on driftwood, with the twine, driftwood and hooks included.
Priam Vineyards a Winiarski Family Vineyard, 11 Shailor Hill Road, Colchester, CT 06415
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
Dezzys Art HouseAnsonia, CT20 mi
Art
Open studio time at Dezzy's Art House to paint and create. Materials are included, and beginners are welcome.
Dezzys Art House, 173 1/2 Wakelee Ave., Unit 2, Ansonia, CT 06401
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Eastern Time
The First CathedralBloomfield, CT21 mi
Community
A ministry group for healing and growth through prayer, honest conversation and emotional work.
The First Cathedral, 1151 Blue Hills Avenue, Bloomfield, CT 06002
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Eastern Time
A paint and sip night at the Twisted Vine Restaurant.
Twisted Vine Restaurant, 285 Main St., Derby, CT 06418
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
Most Excellent GamingManchester, CT22 mi
Community
Game night
Regular meetup where people bring games to play.
Most Excellent Gaming, 29 Pavilions Drive, Manchester, CT
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
Other
Fostering Giving, a heartwarming event at Boys & Girls Village supporting its FFT-FC/TFC foster parents.
Boys & Girls Village Inc, 528 Wheelers Farm Road, Milford, CT 06461
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–7 p.m. Eastern Time
Nightingales Acoustic CafeOld Lyme, CT28 mi
Game night
A Pokémon hangout for neurodivergent folks: share favorite games, bring consoles and trading cards, or enjoy coloring pages and games.
Nightingales Acoustic Cafe, 68 Lyme St, Old Lyme, CT 06371
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
Willimantic Book JointWillimantic, CT32 mi
Community
Silent Book Club at Willimantic Book Joint in Connecticut.
Willimantic Book Joint, 786 Main St, Willimantic, CT 06226
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m. Eastern Time
Windham Community CenterWillimantic, CT33 mi
Sports + fitness
Fitness · Dancing
Zumba class with all levels welcome.
Windham Community Center, 1 Jillson Square, Willimantic, CT 06226
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–9 p.m. Eastern Time
An evening jam at Shakedown Street Eats. Set-up opens beforehand, and registering ahead is strongly recommended.
Shakedown Street Eats, 227 Greenwood Avenue, Bethel, CT
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–10 p.m. Eastern Time
Fairfield County Story LabFairfield, CT37 mi
Game night
Open-table Dungeons & Dragons, 2014 Fifth Edition, up to five players and at most four hours. Bring a point buy character from the 2014 Player's Handbook, or a pregenerated one. $15 at the door. Bruce Capua runs it. Fewer than three sign ups by Wed at 12pm cancels it.
Fairfield County Story Lab, 85 Mill Plain Rd suite f, Fairfield, CT
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Spark MakerspaceNew London, CT38 mi
Talks + ideas
A two-part beginner class in screen printing, taught at Spark.
Spark Makerspace, 7 Union St, New London, CT 06320
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Eastern Time
ArtsomeWestfield, MA39 mi
Other
A fall block printing workshop: design your own reusable tote bag.
Artsome, 167 Loomis Ridge Road, Westfield, MA 01085
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–9 p.m. Eastern Time
Great Awakening Brewing CoWestfield, MA40 mi
Game night
Game night at Great Awakening Brewing Company in Westfield, Massachusetts, a brewery at the Mill at Crane Pond founded by Mark Netzer and Andy Grenier, Westfield natives and best friends.
Great Awakening Brewing Co, 77 Mill Street, Westfield, MA 01085
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–10 p.m. Eastern Time
Venue at 81 Mill StSpringfield, MA40 mi
Art
A class at Glass Visions studio in Springfield, MA, for making a holiday suncatcher from stained glass.
Venue at 81 Mill St, 81 Mill Street, Springfield, MA 01108
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–7 p.m. Eastern Time
Westport Museum for History and CultureWestport, CT40 mi
Art
The opening of On the Front Lines of Mercy, an exhibition on women in World War I told through the artifacts of nurse and ambulance driver Merritt Nevitt Oates. Free, with refreshments.
Westport Museum for History and Culture, 25 Avery Pl, Westport, CT 06880
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Time
Handicap parking and access is available on site for the main level.From westporthistory.org, Oct 24, 2026
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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
Veterans of Foreign WarsWestport, CT41 mi
Dancing
A private, beginner-friendly line dance class taught by Martha with Dance the Line.
Veterans of Foreign Wars, 465 Riverside Avenue, Westport, CT 06880
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
St. Germain Campus Center - GLDBRLNG, Western New England UniversitySpringfield, MA43 mi
Card games
A campus card games meetup for Magic: The Gathering and other card games.
Western New England University
St. Germain Campus Center - GLDBRLNG, Western New England University, 1215 Wilbraham Rd, Springfield, MA 01119
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
Other
Mix up your personal tasty tea & spice blends to grab home and share featuring your friends.
The Spice & Tea Exchange of New Canaan, 118 Main Street, New Canaan, CT 06840
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Tri Corner F.E.E.D. MarketMillerton, NY47 mi
Other
Death Cafe: tea or coffee, cake and relaxed conversation about death, with no agenda.
Tri Corner F.E.E.D. Market, 56 South Center Street, Millerton, NY 12546
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
North Sea TavernSouthampton, NY47 mi
Community
Strive's politics networking event, for newcomers and tenured professionals alike. Ages 21+.
North Sea Tavern, 1271 North Sea Road, Southampton, NY 11968
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–10 p.m. Eastern Time
Game night
Weekly game night at The Vintage Beano & Vino Lounge, with food and drink specials.
The Vintage Beano & Vino Lounge, 3316 Route 112, Medford, NY 11763
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
Four Brothers Pizza IncMahopac, NY50 mi
Other
A restaurant serving a wide range of food, from Italian dishes and steaks to pizza, burgers and desserts.
Four Brothers Pizza Inc, 654 Route 6 # 2, Mahopac, NY
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
Fimble kitchen& multi purpose roomSouth Hadley, MA51 mi
Talks + ideas
Pepero Day, a modern Korean holiday: make your own Pepero, a thin biscuit stick dipped in chocolate. Food is provided, and there is music.
Fimble kitchen& multi purpose room, 50 College St, South Hadley, MA 01075
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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6 p.m.–11 p.m. Eastern Time
The Heavy Culture CooperativeEasthampton, MA51 mi
Community
Open Projector Night at The Heavy Culture Cooperative in Easthampton, Massachusetts.
The Heavy Culture Cooperative, 1 Northampton St, Easthampton, MA 01027
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Eastern Time
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