Winter getting you down? Shake off those blues

By Francesca Fontanez Special to the Record-Journal

The winner will receive the coveted Silver Ladle award and bragging rights for the next year. Recipes for all the soups will be available.

The decision to postpone due to inclement weather will be made by 3 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 25. The snow date is Sunday, March 6. For more information, call 860349-2023.

Rock of Refuge Church

Rock of Refuge Church is a non-denominational Christian Church located at 350 Main St., second floor, in Durham. Sunday services 11 a.m.; Tuesday Prayer Meetings 6:45 p.m.; Bible Studies, to be announced.

February can feel like kind of a drag; the cold lingers, nature is gray, and the sun still sets earlier than most would prefer. If you have a touch of the winter blues consider looking into some of these winterworthy activities.

Visit an independent bookstore

There’s nothing like cozying up with a good book on a chilly winter day. If you feel like getting out of the house, but aren’t looking for a high-energy activity, exploring local bookstores is a great way to treat yourself. If you’ve grown accustomed to the local bookshop in your town, try to branch out and explore surrounding areas to change things up. Local highlights include Reread Books and More in Cheshire, an incredible integrated work setting for workers of all abilities, and Connecticut’s two R.J. Julia Booksellers stores, a family business that’s found great success here in the nutmeg state.

Take a one-night class

Don’t let your learning stop after your schooling ends – Connecticut has dozens of fun classes and workshop opportunities popping up, and the content is getting more diverse. From woodworking and home decor classes to cooking and sip and paints, there truly is something out there for everyone. Local highlights to look