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Annual Sunset Dessert Cruise Wednesday Sep 25, 2019 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM EDT Boat departs promptly at 5:30. Please plan to arrive early! Est. return time: 8:00pm or earlier. Location is the Cross Sound Ferry Services Dock 2 Ferry Street, New London CT 06320 Parking is available at the ferry dock, or across the street in the Water Street garage. $35 Per Person Includes cruise reservation, desserts, and beverages (wine/beer/soda) Pre-registration with payment is required; walk-ins will not be admitted. Join the Eastern Connecticut Chamber of Commerce for the sunset and sweets aboard one of Cross Sound Ferry’s luxurious high-speed ferries. Mingle and enjoy the scenery of Long Island Sound, along with live entertainment by Josi Davis. Enjoy tasty treats from local caterers and restaurants in our 9th annual dessert showcase, along with complimentary wine, beer, and soft drinks from our host, Cross Sound Ferry. Sue Menhart Acoustic Band at Steak Loft Wednesday, September 25 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated, will be hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, September 26 at 9:00 a.m. The office recently moved from New London to 38 East Main Street, Mystic, Connecticut Connecticut guitarist and vocalist, Jake Kulak, has quickly gained attention for his soulful guitar solos and impressive improvisational skills. Genres include: Jam, Guitar, Jazz, Rock, and Blues Sat, September 28 @ 3:30 PM Mystic Seaport Museum, 75 Greenmanville Ave Mystic, CT Mystic River Oyster Festival @ Mystic Seaport Museum, 75 Greenmanville Ave September 28 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Join us for a day of “all things oyster” at our third Mystic River Oyster Festival on Saturday, September 28! This festival offers an opportunity for Museum visitors to learn about the oyster fishery and to meet and support area growers! Sample many delicious oysters from the region: vendors will sell oysters at 3 for $5 but (Museum admission required). A cash bar with beer and wine will be available. Plus, enjoy live music, guest speakers, demonstrations, children’s activities, and of course, a shucking contest! Saturday, Sep 28th at 4:00 PM is the Painted Piece Studio - Ribbon Cutting. Welcome back to artist Anne Lehane, as she's raised her game with blown acrylic pieces for everyday use and display. A ribbon cutting and grand opening reception will be held in the studio. Painted Piece Studio is in the Velvet Mill at 22 Bayview Ave Unit #90 in Stonington Borough. Sunday Brunch Under Sail on the Tall Ship Mystic Whaler Start: Sunday Sep 29th 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Every seat has a water view! Brunch is served on the deck of our 110' tall ship, where the views are ever changing as we sail into Long Island Sound. The seasonal buffet brunch has something for everyone and includes coffee, tea, fresh fruit juices, and a delicious dessert. You are welcome to BYOB. Boarding begins promptly at 10:45 am. Please visit www.mysticwhaler.com for reservations. Sunday, September 29, 1-4 PM We put the fun in fungi at the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center’s 18th Annual Wild Mushroom Festival. This event will delight foragers and food enthusiasts alike. Sample flavors of the forest in mushroom inspired dishes from some of the area’s best eateries, including crowd favorites mushroom beer and mushroom ice cream (which tastes like maple walnut), while enjoying live music. Take a guided mushroom walk and learn about wild mushrooms in free lectures given by local experts on foraging and cooking wild mushrooms. This event is generously sponsored by Big Y Foods, Inc. $20 per adult (includes 10 food tickets) and $10 per child (13 and under; includes 5 food tickets). Ages 2 and under are free. Additional food tickets will be available for $1 each.