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SUMMARY:Book Launch: Chai & Chat ~ The Masala Chai Mystery Club
DESCRIPTION:Book Launch: Chai & Chat ~ THE MASALA CHAI MYSTERY CLUB\nby Manju (MJ) Soni\, in conversation with Elissa Bass \nTuesday\, July 21\, 2026 @ 5:00 pm\nBank Square Books\n80 Stonington Road\nSuite 8\nMystic\, CT 06355 \nRSVP to reserve your seat & PREORDER YOUR COPY. \nJoin author Manju (MJ) Soni as she talks with fellow author\, Elissa Bass\, about the inspiration behind the story and characters in her debut mystery\, THE MASALA CHAI MYSTERY CLUB. \nThe story features a saree-wearing retired librarian and her diverse cast of chai-loving friends as they delve into the investigation of their despised homeowners association president’s murder\, which echoes the plot of their latest Agatha Christie book club read. It’s perfect for fans of Only Murders in the Building and Richard Osman’s The Thursday Murder Club. More details at her author website. \nIn a starred review\, the Library Journal says\, “This multicultural and multigenerational novel has intrigue\, heart\, and excellent storytelling.” \nLearn more about Manju.
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LOCATION:Bank Square Books\, 80 Stonington Road\, Suite 8\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lego Design Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Nautilus Architects as part of the vibrant Old Lyme Midsummer Arts Festival\, the LEGO Design Showcase is a creative community exhibition celebrating imagination\, architecture\, engineering\, and artistic expression through LEGO design. \nOpen to all ages and skill levels\, the showcase invites participants to submit and display original LEGO creations ranging from architectural concepts and cityscapes to abstract sculptures\, fantasy worlds\, vehicles\, and innovative structural designs. The event is designed to inspire curiosity\, creativity\, and hands-on design thinking while bringing families\, artists\, and makers together in a fun and welcoming environment. \nTaking place inside the Nautilus Architects studio\, the showcase creates a unique intersection between professional architecture and community creativity — encouraging participants to explore how design ideas can come to life through scale\, structure\, color\, and storytelling. \nEvent Highlights \n* Public exhibition of original LEGO creations\n* Open participation for children\, teens\, adults\, and families\n* Architectural and engineering-inspired builds encouraged\n* Community voting and featured recognition opportunities\n* Interactive family-friendly atmosphere during the Midsummer Arts Festival\n* Hosted within the award-winning Nautilus Architects studio \nEvent Details \n* Date: Saturday\, July 25\, 2026\n* Location: Nautilus Architects — 9 Halls Road\, Old Lyme\, Connecticut\n* Admission: Free and open to the public\n* Submission Deadline: July 15\, 2026 \nParticipants are encouraged to submit: \n* Name and contact information\n* A photo of their LEGO build\n* A brief project description explaining the inspiration or concept behind the design \nThe LEGO Design Showcase reflects Nautilus Architects’ commitment to supporting creativity\, design education\, and community engagement while inspiring the next generation of artists\, builders\, architects\, and innovators.
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LOCATION:Nautilus Architects\, 9 Halls Road\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371
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