701 things to do in Thompson, CT today and tonight, Thursday, November 12. From 5 p.m.: 11 talks + ideas, 10 community, 7 food & drink, 4 art. Tonight: Fall Novice (Mon-Fri) at Narragansett Boat Club (5 p.m.); Game Design Night in Providence at Community Libraries of Providence: Wanskuck Library (5 p.m.); Unlimited Paintball OR Lazer Tag + 2 Slices of Pizza ONLY $30 at Battlegroundz (5 p.m.); $7 Rails at Providence G Pub (5 p.m.). Every listing links the venue's or organizer's own page it was checked against.
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Narragansett Boat ClubProvidence, RI22 mi
Other
Narragansett Boat Club, 2 River Dr, Providence, RI 02906
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
Community Libraries of Providence: Wanskuck LibraryProvidence, RI23 mi
Community
A monthly meetup where the Providence Area Board Game Designers discuss game design and playtest one another's games.
Community Libraries of Providence: Wanskuck Library, 233 Veazie Street, Providence, RI 02904
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–9 p.m. Eastern Time
Food & drink
An evening of unlimited paintball or laser tag with rental gear, ammo, and two slices of pizza included for $30.
Battlegroundz, 100 Higginson Ave, Lincoln, RI 02865
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern Time
Food: wings · burgers · pizza · bbq · steak · fried chickenFrom the venue's menu, Oct 18, 2026
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5 p.m.–11:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Providence G PubProvidence, RI25 mi
Other
$7 rail highballs every Thursday night at G Pub: vodka, gin, tequila, rum or whiskey.
Providence G Pub, 61 Orange Street, Providence, RI 02903
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m. Eastern Time
The CryptProvidence, RI25 mi
Community
Game night
The Crypt, 161 Chestnut Street, Providence, RI 02903
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. Eastern Time
There is plenty of metered street parking and there are some public parking lots around the area.From findthecrypt.com, Oct 24, 2026
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5 p.m. Eastern Time
Talks + ideas
Brown University
Venue at 85 Waterman Street, 85 Waterman Street, Providence, RI 02912
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m. Eastern Time
Sports + fitness
A women's basketball game where Dean College hosts Lesley University. Dean is a private college in Franklin, Massachusetts, offering bachelor's degrees, associate degrees and certificates.
Dean College campus, 99 Main Street, Franklin, MA 02038
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–6 p.m. Eastern Time
Danoff Hall, Brook Street, Providence, RI, USAProvidence, RI26 mi
Talks + ideas
A cooking workshop making okra stew with chicken sausage, a collab between the Black Pre-Med Society and Brown Cooking Club, at Danoff Hall.
Danoff Hall, Brook Street, Providence, RI, USA, 259 Brook Street, Providence, RI 02912
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–6 p.m. Eastern Time
Venue at 580 Exeter RoadLebanon, CT29 mi
Fitness class
A centuries-old exercise practice from Chinese healing arts, with rejuvenating movements, simple wellness techniques and meditation. Beginners and all levels are welcome, and it is free.
Venue at 580 Exeter Road, 580 Exeter Road, Lebanon, CT 06249
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Time
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Venue at 580 Exeter RoadLebanon, CT29 mi
Game night
Dungeons & Dragons for new players. Bring a filled-out character sheet (a digital one works), dice and a pencil.
Venue at 580 Exeter Road, 580 Exeter Road, Lebanon, CT 06249
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
A gala and live auction at the Renaissance Framingham Hotel & Conference Center to support Habitat for Humanity's local home builds and repairs.
Renaissance Framingham Hotel & Conference Center, 1657 Worcester Road, Framingham, MA 01701
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Clapp Memorial LibraryBelchertown, MA35 mi
Community
A weekly library social meetup for fiber artists working on knitting, crochet, felting, weaving, embroidery, needlepoint, or sewing.
Clapp Memorial Library, 19 South Main Street, Belchertown, MA 01007
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–6 p.m. Eastern Time
Chick-fil-AEast Walpole, MA36 mi
Other
Chick-fil-A Pajama Party + Awesome Giveaway in East Walpole, Massachusetts.
Chick-fil-A, 112 Providence Hwy, East Walpole, MA 02032
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–6 p.m. Eastern Time
Multicultural Student Services CenterKingston, RI37 mi
Talks + ideas
Uhuru Sasa hosts a slime night where you make your own slime.
Multicultural Student Services Center, 74 Lower College Rd, Kingston, RI
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–6 p.m. Eastern Time
Memorial UnionKingston, RI37 mi
Community
A relaxing Grateful Gathering with good food, a movie and company, a break from exams to practice gratitude, focused on mental health and well-being.
Memorial Union, 50 Lower College Rd, Kingston, RI 02881
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–6 p.m. Eastern Time
St. Andrew’sWellesley, MA37 mi
Other
A church choir at St. Andrew's that meets over Zoom.
St. Andrew’s, 79 Denton Road, Wellesley, MA 02482
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–6 p.m. Eastern Time
Community
“You Belong!” A free performance by the Pink Pony Drama Club in Canton.
emBODY Project Theatre, 95 Washington Street, Canton, MA 02021
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
Market
Friends of the Weston Public Library Fall Book and Bake Sale.
Weston Public Library, 87 School Street, Weston, MA 02493
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–10 p.m. Eastern Time
Saving Abel takes the stage for a night of live rock at The Well Burger Bar.
The Well Burger Bar, 63 Springfield Street, Agawam, MA 01001
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–9 p.m. Eastern Time
La Plage MysticMystic, CT42 mi
Food & drink
Waterfront oysters and sparkling wine: freshly shucked oysters and bubbles with river views.
La Plage Mystic, 105 Greenmanville Ave, Mystic, CT 06355
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m. Eastern Time
Gadget Depot CollectiblesHolyoke, MA42 mi
Board games
Gadget Depot Collectibles, 241 Main St, Holyoke, MA 01040
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–7 p.m. Eastern Time
FirepitSouth Hadley, MA42 mi
Talks + ideas
MHCMUN Fire Pit Bonding in South Hadley, Massachusetts.
Firepit, 50 College St, South Hadley, MA 01075
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–7 p.m. Eastern Time
Art for All Inc.Concord, MA42 mi
Other
Many Hands, One Merry Tree: get crafty and a little festive at Art for All Inc.
Art for All Inc., 152 Commonwealth Avenue, Concord, MA 01742
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–10 p.m. Eastern Time
The TowersNarragansett, RI42 mi
Other
26 Honor and Design Awards at The Towers in Narragansett, Rhode Island.
The Towers, 35 Ocean Rd., Narragansett, RI 02882
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–6 p.m. Eastern Time
Talks + ideas
Bank Square Books, 80 Stonington Road Suite 8, Mystic, CT 06355
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m. Eastern Time
Northeast Games And HobbiesFeeding Hills, MA43 mi
Game night
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 for up to 20 players.
Northeast Games And Hobbies, 343 N Westfield St, Feeding Hills, MA 01030
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m. Eastern Time
The Brenton HotelNewport, RI43 mi
Art
A weekly salon in the Brenton Hotel library where guests and locals talk with local artists and gallery owners, each week highlighting a different artist or gallery. Hosted by the nonprofit Newport Artists Collective.
The Brenton Hotel, 31 America's Cup Avenue, Newport, RI 02840
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
Family
Pathways to STEM Night at Connecticut Science Center in Hartford, Connecticut.
Connecticut Science Center, 250 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT 06103
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–7 p.m. Eastern Time
DeBlois GalleryMiddletown, RI44 mi
Art
DeBlois Gallery Night in Middletown.
DeBlois Gallery, 134 Aquidneck Ave., Middletown, RI
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–7 p.m. Eastern Time
Festival
A free 60th-anniversary celebration by KNOX and the Betty Knox Foundation honoring City Councilwoman Betty Knox and decades of support for green spaces, farmers, and environmental education. Hors d'oeuvres, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages, plus complimentary carousel rides. Open to all.
Bushnell Park Carousel, 1 Jewell Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–6 p.m. Eastern Time
Park Street Library @ The LyricHartford, CT45 mi
Fitness class
A relaxing yoga session for flexibility, balance, strength and mindfulness. All experience levels; no registration.
Park Street Library @ The Lyric, 603 Park Street, Hartford, CT 06106
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Alpha Jamaica Plain, 3815 Washington St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130Jamaica Plain, MA45 mi
Other
Alpha Jamaica Plain, 3815 Washington St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130, 3815 Washington St, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
Cugino'sRocky Hill, CT45 mi
Food & drink
A midweek happy hour for CT Besties at Cugino’s in Rocky Hill, with happy hour specials, food and conversation.
Cugino's, 2132 Silas Deane Highway, Rocky Hill, CT 06067
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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Gather55, 55 Bartholomew Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
Mahjong
Food & drink · Markets
A holiday sip and shop mahjong pop-up at Curate Gift & Home with tiles, mats, racks and accessories.
Curate Gift and Home, 451 Common Street, Belmont, MA 02478
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
Pond House Cafe at Elizabeth ParkWest Hartford, CT46 mi
Food & drink
The 2026 CPCU conferment dinner, celebrating the induction of new designees with a chance to connect with industry peers.
Pond House Cafe at Elizabeth Park, 1555 Asylum Ave., West Hartford, CT 06117
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
A conversation by The Boston Globe, ABCD and MassINC on wealth, economic mobility and pathways to the middle class.
Roxbury Community College, 1234 Columbus Avenue, Boston, MA 02120
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–9 p.m. Eastern Time
Talks + ideas
Complimentary evening admission at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, a chance to see the art and meet fellow art lovers whether you are new to the city or a longtime visitor. Advance registration is highly recommended.
Weekly, Thursdays
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, 25 Evans Way, Boston, MA 02115
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m. Eastern Time
OmniSource GamesWestport, MA47 mi
Game night
Casual Commander Night at OmniSource Games in Westport, a gaming space opened by Fall River gamer Craig Andrea that hosts Magic: The Gathering, Dungeons and Dragons and Disney Lorcana events.
OmniSource Games, 875 State Rd Unit 12, Westport, MA 02790
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–7 p.m. Eastern Time
Bruce C. Bolling Municipal BuildingBoston, MA47 mi
Bingo
Food & drink
A monthly Flashback Café for LGBTQ+ elders of color.
Bruce C. Bolling Municipal Building, 2300 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02119
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m. Eastern Time
NoirCambridge, MA48 mi
Live music
Live music on the patio at Noir Bar, with craft cocktails and an outdoor setting for a drink with friends.
Noir, 1 Bennett St, Cambridge, MA
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–7 p.m. Eastern Time
Cambridge Community CenterCambridge, MA48 mi
Community
An estate planning session on securing a legacy and protecting a family's future.
Cambridge Community Center, 5 Callender Street, Cambridge, MA 02139
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m. Eastern Time
Central Library in Copley SquareBoston, MA48 mi
Talks + ideas
Lauren Klein and Tanvi Sharma discuss their book Data by Design, a history of data visualization and how charts and maps can drive social change, with MIT's Arvind Satyanarayan.
Central Library in Copley Square, 700 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Building E51Cambridge, MA49 mi
Talks + ideas
The final lecture in the History of Now series: Orit Bashkin on MENA Jewish approaches to Zionism and imperialism from 1830 to 1948. Free.
Building E51, 70 MEMORIAL DR, Cambridge, MA 02142
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–9 p.m. Eastern Time
Fabville at Somerville High SchoolSomerville, MA49 mi
Community
Open Shop: unstructured hours when any community member can use the space and tools.
Fabville at Somerville High School, 81 Highland Avenue, Somerville, MA 02143
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–9 p.m. Eastern Time
Institute of Contemporary ArtBoston, MA50 mi
Art
The ICA offers free admission to all visitors each week in an evening session. Timed tickets are required, and advance reservation is strongly recommended.
Weekly, Thursdays
Institute of Contemporary Art, 25 Harbor Shore Drive, Boston, MA 02210
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Food & drink
Happy hour with live music from the Signature Duo, playing pop, funk, disco, soul, rock, R&B and dance classics from the 1950s to today.
Scotch Plains Tavern, 124 Westbrook Rd, Essex, CT 06426
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Connecticut Forest & Park AssociationMiddlefield, CT52 mi
Talks + ideas
Introduction to CT's Native Shrubs is a virtual session from the Connecticut Forest & Park Association of Middlefield. Established in 1895, it is the oldest private, nonprofit conservation organization in Connecticut and maintains the 825-mile Blue-Blazed Trails Hiking Trail system.
Connecticut Forest & Park Association, 16 Meriden Road, Middlefield, CT 06481
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
Farmington GardensFarmington, CT52 mi
Other
A statewide event presented by Hartford HealthCare identifying outstanding leaders in the healthcare industry.
Farmington Gardens, 999 Farmington Ave, Farmington, CT 06032
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Tidewater Lighting & DesignOld Saybrook, CT53 mi
Art
Holiday decorating inspiration with festive drinks and bites. Free.
Tidewater Lighting & Design, 665 Boston Post Road, Old Saybrook, CT 06475
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
New Bedford Fishing Heritage CenterNew Bedford, MA53 mi
Talks + ideas
Local Artisan Showcase at FHC at New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center in Massachusetts.
New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center, 38 Bethel Street, New Bedford, MA 02740
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–9 p.m. Eastern Time
The Gathering GroundsBrookline, NH54 mi
Other
An open jam night at The Gathering Grounds, with Randy & Friends playing and musicians invited to bring instruments and join in. Goodfellas Grub food truck is serving.
The Gathering Grounds, 104 Rte 13, Brookline, NH 03033
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m.–6:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Community
Art
An in-person networking event at the Brush Art Gallery.
Brush Art Gallery & Studios, 256 Market Street, Lowell, MA 01852
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m. Eastern Time
Akiba UndergroundClinton, CT58 mi
Board games
Akiba Underground, 5 Post Office Sq, Clinton, CT 06413
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5 p.m. Eastern Time
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5 p.m. Eastern Time
Chips' Pub IIIClinton, CT58 mi
Family
Theater
A kids night with Derek the Magician.
Chips' Pub III, 24 West Main Street, Clinton, CT 06413
Thursday, November 12, 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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5:15 p.m.–6 p.m. Eastern Time
Kendade 303South Hadley, MA42 mi
Talks + ideas
An info session on the Harvard Chan Global Public Health Leadership Program, a five- to six-month online course in leadership, policy and data analytics for public health professionals.
Kendade 303, 50 College St, South Hadley, MA 01075
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5:15 p.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Time
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5:15 p.m.–8 p.m. Eastern Time
Hunneman HallBrookline, MA46 mi
Live music
Music Recital, a performance by students of Alex Stening from the John Payne Music Center.
Hunneman Hall, 361 Washington Street, Brookline, MA 02445
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5:15 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time
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5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Other
Taller presencial de capacidades financieras: aprende a administrar tus finanzas personales y a desarrollar un plan de gasto sostenible.
RCAP Solutions, 191 May Street, Worcester, MA 01602
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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5:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Wormtown BreweryWorcester, MA21 mi
Food & drink
The Community Gaming Coalition hosts a monthly meetup for board and role-playing games at Wormtown Brewery in Worcester.
Wormtown Brewery, 72 Shrewsbury Street, Worcester, MA 01610
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Eastern Time
Bally's LincolnLincoln, RI21 mi
Other
An awards event from Rhode Island Monthly honoring top Rhode Island tech figures chosen by their peers.
Bally's Lincoln, 100 Twin River Road, Lincoln, RI 02865
Thursday, November 12, 2026, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time
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