Compass A&E

One of the big social events of the year in Litchfield County, of course, is the autumn showing of steam-powered and small-engine machinery at the Connecticut Antique Machinery Association Museum on Route 7 in Kent, Conn. 

One thing COVID-19 taught us all was the need to be flexible; and one challenge arts venues had was the need to book performances well in advance, not only so they could do publicity but also so the performers could create a logical schedule for themselves. 

The Berkshire County Historical Society and Herman Melville’s Arrowhead will host the fifth annual Moby-Dick Read-A-Thon from July 29 to Aug. 3.

The Tristate region is host to what seems to be an unusually large number of railroad enthusiasts. Certainly this area has plenty of railway history to offer on its own. 

While Norman Rockwell was known for his representational paintings of American life, his work also encapsulates an enchanting and fantastical picture of life as well. 

According to Rotten Tomatoes, Britannica, and me, the best comedy series of all time is “Seinfeld.” Beyond that, I know that recommending comedy shows is a risky business. Given the trickiness of humor, you won’t like all of the following shows, but you will probably love one or two.

Periodically, there is an event on the Green in Sharon, Conn., that draws people from all over the region for an evening of fun, refreshments and socializing. 

It’s not “Whiplash,” and it’s not “School of Rock,” even though it’s an educational program for young musicians that emphasizes playing in a group, as a band.