This Week in Stonington – February 2–8, 2026

This Week in Stonington: Pottery, Play & Women’s Workshops 🎨 💼

There’s lots happening around Stonington this week — from creative pottery and kid-friendly games to resources for women entrepreneurs. Here’s what you should know:

🎨 Make a Mug Workshop — Tuesday, Feb 3

If you’ve always wanted to craft your own pottery, this is your moment! Join the Make a Mug Workshop at the Stonington COMO Pottery Studio and learn how to design and build your own ceramic mug from start to finish. Instructor Emma Pons will walk you through working with clay, shaping handles, and decorating your piece. Your finished mug will be ready for pickup 2–4 weeks after the session.

📅 Tuesday, Feb 3, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM EST
📍 Stonington COMO Pottery Studio — 45 Cutler Street, Stonington, CT
💰  Members: $63 • Non-members: $70
👉 More info: https://www.thecomo.org/adult-pottery-art/pottery/

This workshop also takes place on the first Saturday of every month, if you can’t make the Tuesday session.

⏱️ Chess Club for Kids — Wednesday, Feb 4

Young minds ready to think ahead will enjoy the Chess Club for Kids — a fun, interactive place for kids to play chess and sharpen their strategy skills. Hosted at the Mystic Noank Library, it’s a great chance for kids to have fun while learning.

📅 Wednesday, Feb 4, 2026
⏰ 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
📍 Mystic Noank Library — 40 Library Street, Mystic, CT
👉 Event details: https://thisismystic.com/event/chess-club-for-kids/2026-02-04/

💼 Ignite Grant & Resources Free Workshop for Women — Friday, Feb 5

Supporting women entrepreneurs is key this week with a free workshop focused on business development resources and the Ignite Grant program from the Women’s Business Development Council (WBDC). This event is designed to help women business owners learn about available grant opportunities, how to access funding, and resources geared toward growing a small business.

📅 Friday, Feb 5, 2026
⏰ Morning session — 9:30 AM (exact time based on event listing)
📍 Hosted by the Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce in Stonington
👉 Workshop info and updates: Ocean Community Chamber Facebook post

While details vary each year, the Ignite grant program generally offers eligible women-owned Connecticut businesses access to funding and informational support aimed at growth and business success.

Support local businesses and student-athletes who make our community stronger:

Lathrop Insurance  |  D&V Mechanical  |  Roof Rite  |  CC O'Briens  |  Dime Bank
The Flying Hoof  |  Mystic Paints  |  Wireless Zone  |  Wood River Health

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