Monthly Archives: June 2011

Torrington Farmers’ Market Until 1:00 / Bantam Lake (209 On 209) From 3:00 Until Early Evening

The weather looks fine, so the rocket is go for launch. Enjoy some breakfast or lunch at the Farmers’ Market in Downtown Torrington and then head up to Bantam Lake for dinner.

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Today’s Launch Cancelled / Liftoff Tomorrow At Torrington Farmers’ Market 10:00 am Followed By Another At Bantam Lake 3:00 pm

The rocket will be at the Torrington Farmers’ Market tomorrow from 10:00 am until 1:00 pm. There are some great farms represented and delicious food to be had. It’s a great place to get a quick bite for breakfast or … Continue reading

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First Woman In Space 48 Years Ago Today . . . Have a Sputnik with a side of Mac ‘n Cheese / Oddo Print Shop Until 3:00

Valentina Tereshkova was the first woman in space. She was selected out of more than four hundred applicants to pilot Vostok 6 on June 16, 1963, becoming both the first woman and the first civilian to fly in space. Sally … Continue reading

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It’s Smile Power Day ! / Oddo Print Shop Until 3:00 Today / Deepen your joy with a Slider and a Chocolate Chip Cookie

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No Launch Today / Crew Gets Needed R & R / Rocket Engine Tests Continue

The crew received orders to stand down today from Mission Control. We’ve been cooking at a torrid pace these past few weeks . . . four days at Lime Rock Park, the Bantam Lake Protective Association Fundraiser, the Torrington Parks … Continue reading

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Bantam Lake Today 11:30 To 7:00 / Strawberry Cupcakes, Sliders, Sputniks, Korean Style Potato Salad

We’re at 209 Bantam Lake Road today in Morris. Come on over and enjoy lunch or dinner with the rocket beside one of Connecticut’s treasures. Take a drive around the lake, hike around the White Memorial, catch a movie at … Continue reading

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Torrington Farmers’ Market From 10:00 am Until 1:00 pm Today / New Stuff On The Menu !

We’re at the Market today with some new menu items. The Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato, and Basil Sandwich is back after its winter hiatus. Also onboard is a Piedmontese Hashed Beef with Red Wine on Polenta. This is a perfect dish … Continue reading

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It’s Yo Yo Day . . . Bring A Yo Yo To The Rocket, Demonstrate Some Degree of Proficiency And Get A Free Avery’s Soda / Mom’s Mac And Cheese / Oddo Print Shop Until 3:00

Should you be in the unfortunate position of not having a yo yo, get yourself over to Toy Jam on Main Street where Cheryl will cheerfully and expertly guide you in your yo yo purchase. While you’re on Main, head … Continue reading

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The Art of The Flat Top Grill / Oddo Print Shop Until 3:00 Today

                Fire, hot iron, salt, cracked pepper, and Angus beef . . . these are the core tools of the flat top grill station aboard the rocket. Here, air temperatures soar to a … Continue reading

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Rocket To Launch At Bantam Lake In Morris ! / Oddo Print Shop Until 3:00 Today

The rocket will be adding a new location starting this weekend. Come on over to Morris and enjoy the rocket lakeside !  We’ll be parked at 209 Bantam Lake Road (Rt. 209) in Morris. That’s right . . . 209 … Continue reading

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