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Due to the unpleasant weather conditions predicted this weekend and after much consideration, we have made the decision to postpone our Heritage Brick installation ceremony to Saturday, June 5 at 9:00 AM. Thank you for understanding.
Please join First Town Downtown for the Spring Heritage Brick Installation Ceremony on Saturday at 9:00 AM. The ceremony will take place at the Windsor Center memorial patio, at the intersection of Broad Street and Central Street.
As you know, this heritage brick patio is a unique and special way for friends, family, and businesses to celebrate milestones and preserve memories, leaving a mark for future Windsor generations to enjoy. We look forward to seeing you at this ceremony, which celebrates our amazing Windsor community. Coffee and goodies will be provided following the ceremony.
If you can’t join us in person, we will be sure to showcase photos on our social media and in our weekly newsletter.
read more
Come out for Summer Concerts on the Windsor Town Green on Thursday evenings from 6:30 – 8:30 PM from July through August. Rain dates are always the following Tuesday. Brought to you by First Town Downtown.
2024 Concert Schedule:
7/11/2024 Tomaca
sponsored by Sharon Dillon Rispoli of Berkshire Hathaway
Tomaca is a dynamic vocalist and performer. She has performed on stages big and small in Boston, New York, Vermont, Rhode Island, Connecticut, Jamaica, Foxwoods, Las Vegas, opened for Kool & the Gang and is a former anthem singer for UConn basketball. Tomaca's rare vocal versatility is reflected in that fact that she sings RnB, Motown, Rock, Show Tunes and Opera. Her repertoire includes a wide variety of artists dating from the current time back into the 40’s as well as some original music.
7/18 Farmington Valley Band
sponsored by Carmon Funeral Homes
The Farmington Valley Band performs a wide variety of challenging and outstanding concert music, favorites and marches. Although the marching tunes of K.L. King, Sousa, R.B. Hall and old time American band leaders abound, you are also likely to hear a few jazz compositions in the "Big Band" tradition of the Dorseys or Woody Herman.
7/25/2024 Still Kickin' with Big City Horns
sponsored by Windsor Federal Bank
A rockin' nine piece band paying tribute to the great 60's - 70's and 80's Horn Bands. A powerhouse rhythm and horn section delivering a variety of Classic Rock, R & B, Blues, Soul and Funk, with a touch of Country thrown in - to keep you moving on the dance floor.
8/1 Rock Solid Alibi
sponsored by Edward Jones and Jordan Dental Health Group
Connecticut's newest power trio playing Rock & Roll, straight up, in a dirty glass.
8/6 Gene Donaldson (on National Night Out)
sponsored by Windsor Police Department and Loomis Chaffee School
Gene has been playing guitar for the last 35 years. In the 80's he was in a very popular band called "Smokestack Lightning". From there he joined a North east institution..."Motown Review" and played up and down the East coast. In 1992 Gene left the "Motown Review" in order to start his own group, "Gene Donaldson and the StingRays". With this band he has shared the stage with some of the Blues most respected artists. During this time Gene also toured with a number of blues artists as a sideman including Lee "Shot" Williams, Phil Guy, Eddie Kirkland, and Mary Taylor. He has also appeared on stage with blues artists such as Johnny Rawls, and Lucky Petterson. Currently Gene released a CD in the Spring of ’09'
8/8 Soundpipers
sponsored by
8/15 Whiskey Traveler
sponsored by Dugdale Excavation, Stephanie Stone Realty, Dewey's Barrels and Windsor Ace Hardware
8/22 Nekita Waller
sponsored by Windsor Historical Society and Joyce & Dick Armstrong
*** Joyce and Dick Armstrong will be collecting non-perishable food items and cash donations for the Windsor Food Bank! ***
Nekita's live music repertoire includes, pop, Motown, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Tower to Power, Bruno Mars, Michael Jackson, Classic Rock, R&B, Pop, Gospel, Country, and originals. Those who support and enjoy her music are as diverse as the music Nekita performs. From young to old, of all backgrounds, Nekita moves, entertains, and connects with all who listen. https://www.facebook.com/nekitawaller
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Skyway's outstanding musicians and premier vocalists perform a broad spectrum of dance music from 70's R&B to current hits. Skyway's uptempo sets keep the dance floor full with hits from great artists such as Earth Wind and Fire, Donna Summer, Michael Jackson, Chic, Justin Timberlake and Bruno Mars.
Sazzy Brass led by Rosemarie Roy (trombone) & Dawn Zukowski (trumpet) are Windsor High band alumni. This female led group puts a creative spin on some of your favorite jazz standards/Rhythm and Blues and features Hartford area jazz guests, Linda Ransom vocals, Alvin Carter Jr, Kris Jensen, Mary DiPaola, Matt Dwonzyk, Tony Davis. So come soak up the sun and enjoy the sweet tunes of Sazzy Brass! SazzyBrass.com
Disco Dyn-O-Myte Review
C'mon out and party with us!
"This concert is my way of demonstrating my true gratitude to each and every one of you. All my best" - Sharon
102d Army Band is the official musical emissary for the Connecticut Army National Guard. Within the 102d Army Band, there are several musical groups which play a variety of music including classical, jazz, rock and many others. In addition to our concert band, we have multiple music performance teams, including: jazz combo, rock band, pop ensemble, brass quintet and duet teams. This allows us to perform many different types of concerts and ceremonies. No Rain Date
Doug Maher Quartet plays a variety of jazz styles and is headed up by famed Windsor High School musician and teacher, Doug Maher, and includes two other Windsor WHS graduates: Ken F
read more
On Saturday, June 19 celebrate Juneteenth and kick off summer at the library!
Registered participants will enjoy an interactive African Drum, Dance & Storytelling workshop, live readings from the Oliver Ellsworth “I Am Me” project, raffle prizes, free book give-a-ways, and a make-and-take lawn sign craft.
For full program details and to register, visit https://www.windsorlibrary.com/juneteenth/
Registration opens June 1, 2021
click here
FTDT News: May 25, 2021
Spring Heritage Brick Ceremony
 |
Due to the unpleasant weather conditions predicted this weekend and after much consideration, we have made the decision to postpone our Heritage Brick installation ceremony to Saturday, June 5 at 9:00 AM. Thank you for understanding.
Please join First Town Downtown for the Spring Heritage Brick Installation Ceremony on Saturday at 9:00 AM. The ceremony will take place at the Windsor Center memorial patio, at the intersection of Broad Street and Central Street.
As you know, this heritage brick patio is a unique and special way for friends, family, and businesses to celebrate milestones and preserve memories, leaving a mark for future Windsor generations to enjoy. We look forward to seeing you at this ceremony, which celebrates our amazing Windsor community. Coffee and goodies will be provided following the ceremony.
If you can’t join us in person, we will be sure to showcase photos on our social media and in our weekly newsletter.
read more
Summer Concert Series
 |
Come out for Summer Concerts on the Windsor Town Green on Thursday evenings from 6:30 – 8:30 PM from July through August. Rain dates are always the following Tuesday. Brought to you by First Town Downtown.
2024 Concert Schedule:
7/11/2024 Tomaca
sponsored by Sharon Dillon Rispoli of Berkshire Hathaway
Tomaca is a dynamic vocalist and performer. She has performed on stages big and small in Boston, New York, Vermont, Rhode Island, Connecticut, Jamaica, Foxwoods, Las Vegas, opened for Kool & the Gang and is a former anthem singer for UConn basketball. Tomaca's rare vocal versatility is reflected in that fact that she sings RnB, Motown, Rock, Show Tunes and Opera. Her repertoire includes a wide variety of artists dating from the current time back into the 40’s as well as some original music.
7/18 Farmington Valley Band
sponsored by Carmon Funeral Homes
The Farmington Valley Band performs a wide variety of challenging and outstanding concert music, favorites and marches. Although the marching tunes of K.L. King, Sousa, R.B. Hall and old time American band leaders abound, you are also likely to hear a few jazz compositions in the "Big Band" tradition of the Dorseys or Woody Herman.
7/25/2024 Still Kickin' with Big City Horns
sponsored by Windsor Federal Bank
A rockin' nine piece band paying tribute to the great 60's - 70's and 80's Horn Bands. A powerhouse rhythm and horn section delivering a variety of Classic Rock, R & B, Blues, Soul and Funk, with a touch of Country thrown in - to keep you moving on the dance floor.
8/1 Rock Solid Alibi
sponsored by Edward Jones and Jordan Dental Health Group
Connecticut's newest power trio playing Rock & Roll, straight up, in a dirty glass.
8/6 Gene Donaldson (on National Night Out)
sponsored by Windsor Police Department and Loomis Chaffee School
Gene has been playing guitar for the last 35 years. In the 80's he was in a very popular band called "Smokestack Lightning". From there he joined a North east institution..."Motown Review" and played up and down the East coast. In 1992 Gene left the "Motown Review" in order to start his own group, "Gene Donaldson and the StingRays". With this band he has shared the stage with some of the Blues most respected artists. During this time Gene also toured with a number of blues artists as a sideman including Lee "Shot" Williams, Phil Guy, Eddie Kirkland, and Mary Taylor. He has also appeared on stage with blues artists such as Johnny Rawls, and Lucky Petterson. Currently Gene released a CD in the Spring of ’09'
8/8 Soundpipers
sponsored by
8/15 Whiskey Traveler
sponsored by Dugdale Excavation, Stephanie Stone Realty, Dewey's Barrels and Windsor Ace Hardware
8/22 Nekita Waller
sponsored by Windsor Historical Society and Joyce & Dick Armstrong
*** Joyce and Dick Armstrong will be collecting non-perishable food items and cash donations for the Windsor Food Bank! ***
Nekita's live music repertoire includes, pop, Motown, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Tower to Power, Bruno Mars, Michael Jackson, Classic Rock, R&B, Pop, Gospel, Country, and originals. Those who support and enjoy her music are as diverse as the music Nekita performs. From young to old, of all backgrounds, Nekita moves, entertains, and connects with all who listen. https://www.facebook.com/nekitawaller
hide other bands
Skyway's outstanding musicians and premier vocalists perform a broad spectrum of dance music from 70's R&B to current hits. Skyway's uptempo sets keep the dance floor full with hits from great artists such as Earth Wind and Fire, Donna Summer, Michael Jackson, Chic, Justin Timberlake and Bruno Mars.
Sazzy Brass led by Rosemarie Roy (trombone) & Dawn Zukowski (trumpet) are Windsor High band alumni. This female led group puts a creative spin on some of your favorite jazz standards/Rhythm and Blues and features Hartford area jazz guests, Linda Ransom vocals, Alvin Carter Jr, Kris Jensen, Mary DiPaola, Matt Dwonzyk, Tony Davis. So come soak up the sun and enjoy the sweet tunes of Sazzy Brass! SazzyBrass.com
Disco Dyn-O-Myte Review
C'mon out and party with us!
"This concert is my way of demonstrating my true gratitude to each and every one of you. All my best" - Sharon
102d Army Band is the official musical emissary for the Connecticut Army National Guard. Within the 102d Army Band, there are several musical groups which play a variety of music including classical, jazz, rock and many others. In addition to our concert band, we have multiple music performance teams, including: jazz combo, rock band, pop ensemble, brass quintet and duet teams. This allows us to perform many different types of concerts and ceremonies. No Rain Date
Doug Maher Quartet plays a variety of jazz styles and is headed up by famed Windsor High School musician and teacher, Doug Maher, and includes two other Windsor WHS graduates: Ken F
read more
Celebrate Freedom!
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On Saturday, June 19 celebrate Juneteenth and kick off summer at the library!
Registered participants will enjoy an interactive African Drum, Dance & Storytelling workshop, live readings from the Oliver Ellsworth “I Am Me” project, raffle prizes, free book give-a-ways, and a make-and-take lawn sign craft.
For full program details and to register, visit https://www.windsorlibrary.com/juneteenth/
Registration opens June 1, 2021
click here