Enjoy some dinner, drinks and a FREE SHOW featuring David Schena!

Dave Schena has been playing music throughout Southern New England for 25 years. After primarily playing in a duo with his father (Phil) he has combined with several other acoustic arrangements and tributes. Currently,  Dave's focus is on his solo shows and the trio Big "Dawg" Isaac. His show boasts a wide range of styles and genres ranging from older classics to stripped down versions of newer hits.  Restyled interpretations keep his sets fresh and interesting for all audiences.

We are excited to bring MUSIC BINGO to New London!

Music Bingo is a variety bingo game that combines traditional bingo with a musical twist. There are two games - 7pm and 8pm. It’s free to play, so come early for more chances to win! Bring your phone cause that will be your bingo card!

Rules

• Each game includes 3 rounds of various bingo themes. Rounds include marking artists, groups, TV themes, song titles, and more!

• Players earn 3 points per square marked correct and 25 points per bingo. There are 3 bingos awarded per round before moving onto the next.

• Points accumulate during rounds throughout the game.

• The top two players in total points at the end of the game are the winners and receive prizes.

Remember, there’s two different games, so if you don’t win the first game, you could always win the second!

Join us in New London as we celebrate World Kindness Day on November 13, 2024, hosted by Dorothy Ames! The festivities culminate at the Social with a special FREE SHOW by The Soul Factory from 6-8pm!

Local businesses like Fiddleheads, The Golden Owl, The Telegraph, Jake’s Diner and The Dutch will offer free giveaways to everyone that comes downtown between 2-6pm. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to spread kindness and enjoy some local love!

About The Soul Factory:
The latest AND greatest funk and soul band in the Northeast! The Soul Factory covers the best of funk/soul classics, from Stevie Wonder to Bruno Mars. You’ll hear many songs you know and love at our next performance. The Soul Factory features an experienced roster of musicians from elite New England Music Schools. Whether you're planning a wedding, corporate event, festival, or fair, The Soul Factory will get your guests on their feet and dancing in no time.

World Kindness Day Schedule:
Sean O’Riely @ The Garde Arts Center Front Steps 3-5pm
DJ Ben Abraham @ The Hygienic Front Gate 2-5pm
Terri Lachance & Frank Critelli @ The Custom House 3:30-6pm.
Soul Factory @ The Social 6-8pm

Tuesday evenings - 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Join us every Tuesday night for Best Trivia Ever! Six rounds of fresh trivia categories every week dealing with music, movies, television, sports, current events and random knowledge. Teams of up to 6 people allowed.

1st place winners: each team member receives a $10 gift certificate to the Social (for later use)
2nd place: each member receives a drink ticket (for later use)
3rd place: a round of shots on the house!

Free for everyone to play!

Trivia nights can get pretty full, so the best way to guarantee a table for you and your friends is to reserve one! Time slots are available between 6:00pm and 7:00pm.

An 80s-themed Goth Prom Party presented by Spark Makerspace. Enter the Costume Contest! Dance, feast, and have a ghoulish time!

Spark Makerspace invites you to GOTH PROM: 80s Edition!

GOTH PROM is 80s-themed this year!
Dearest creature of the night,
In the still of the evening, amidst whispers of ancient trees and the alluring melody of the nocturne, I find myself longing for a companion to share in the ethereal wonder of the night. It is with a heart both eager and hesitant I extend to you, a cherished fellow wanderer of the shadows, a most exclusive invitation.
Would you honor me by being my Goth PROM DATE?

𝔇𝔞𝔱𝔢: Saturday, November 2nd, 2024
𝔙𝔢𝔫𝔲𝔢: The Social Bar + Kitchen @ 208 Bank Street
𝔗𝔦𝔪𝔢: 8pm until the clock strikes midnight.
𝔄𝔱𝔱𝔦𝔯𝔢: Costumes of all sorts (Costume Contest!) 80's Goth theme

Costume contest categories:
-Gothic Elegance- Most romantically Gothic
-Terrifying Monstrosity- Scariest
-Creative Construction- Best constructed/made costume
The overall winner will be crowned Prom King/Queen/Ruler

Dance Floor: Together, we'll twirl under the pale moonlight, letting the 80s dark wave and post-punk beats guide our steps into the unknown.

DJs: Gadget , BenJammin, Nitereefer, Casey Spec

Bar: Let's toast to the night with bewitching brews that promise laughter and, perhaps, a hint of sweet melancholy.

So, what say you? Shall we dance together under the moon's gentle embrace as two souls united in the poetic beauty of darkness?

*All ticket sales go to continued efforts of Spark Makerspace of New London CT a 501 (c)(3) non-profit corporation (EIN: 47-5056168)

Kick off Halloween weekend at the Social with The Handsome Dudes!!

The Handsome Dudes return to give New London another kick in the ass! Come burn the joint down with us as we melt your faces and blow your minds! Prizes for best costumes! Ten bucks gets you in!
70’s 80’s 90’s Rock

Featuring:
Nat Peterson Vocals
Mike Desmond Guitar
Bobby Crash Drums
Max Kelly Guitar
Josh Candler Bass

8pm start / Admission: $10 at the door

We are excited to bring MUSIC BINGO to New London!

Music Bingo is a variety bingo game that combines traditional bingo with a musical twist. There are two games - 7pm and 8pm. It’s free to play, so come early for more chances to win! Bring your phone cause that will be your bingo card!

Rules

• Each game includes 3 rounds of various bingo themes. Rounds include marking artists, groups, TV themes, song titles, and more!

• Players earn 3 points per square marked correct and 25 points per bingo. There are 3 bingos awarded per round before moving onto the next.

• Points accumulate during rounds throughout the game.

• The top two players in total points at the end of the game are the winners and receive prizes.

Remember, there’s two different games, so if you don’t win the first game, you could always win the second!

Tuesday evenings - 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Join us every Tuesday night for Best Trivia Ever! Six rounds of fresh trivia categories every week dealing with music, movies, television, sports, current events and random knowledge. Teams of up to 6 people allowed.

1st place winners: each team member receives a $10 gift certificate to the Social (for later use)
2nd place: each member receives a drink ticket (for later use)
3rd place: a round of shots on the house!

Free for everyone to play!

Trivia nights can get pretty full, so the best way to guarantee a table for you and your friends is to reserve one! Time slots are available between 6:00pm and 7:00pm.

The Hoolios return to the Social for another amazing performance!

THE HOOLIOS

The Hoolios are back! After a tentative two years in the world of music, the popular New England band is back on stage. Founding member and songwriter, Jim Carpenter (guitar), is back at the helm with a new cd, sharing the lead vocals with Sarah MacLean (acoustic guitar), and Ronnie Lewis (drums). Other members include: Sandy Allen (mandolin, washboard), Billy Light (slide guitar), and Corina Malbaurn (bass).
Steeped in the rhythms of the Gulf of Mexico: Americana, Latin, Reggae, Texas folk and Zydeco, the seasoned group of musicians have recorded five albums of original music and graced some of the finest stages on the east coast, recently selling out the first two shows of their comeback tour. Bring your dancing shoes!

Get ready for a night of spooky laughs and killer punchlines at the Halloween Comedy Show! This is a comedy event you won’t want to miss. 🎃

Featuring some of the best comics from across New England and beyond, these comedians have performed nationwide and are ready to bring the laughs to The Social Bar + Kitchen in New London, CT.

Costumes are highly encouraged because we’re hosting a Costume Contest with prizes for the best-dressed attendees! Whether you come dressed as your favorite spooky character or just show up for the laughs, it’s going to be a fun-filled night of hilarious entertainment.

Event Details:

• Seating: Pick your ticket based on the time you’d like to be seated: 7:30pm or 8:00pm.

• Food & Drinks: Come early to enjoy delicious food and drinks from The Social Bar + Kitchen. The kitchen will be serving up all your favorites, and the bar will be fully stocked with your go-to beverages. Dinner service will be available til 9:45pm.

• Produced by: Filthy Comedy – bringing you the best in stand-up comedy.

Tickets:
Tickets are $20 online or $25 at the door. Arrive early to enjoy a delicious meal at The Social Bar + Kitchen, then stay for a night of side-splitting comedy. Perfect for date night or a group outing, this is the Halloween event you’ve been waiting for! 👻

Secure your tickets now and prepare for a howling good time!

Note: This show is for audiences 18+

We are excited to bring MUSIC BINGO to New London!

Music Bingo is a variety bingo game that combines traditional bingo with a musical twist. There are two games - 7pm and 8pm. It’s free to play, so come early for more chances to win! Bring your phone cause that will be your bingo card!

Rules

• Each game includes 3 rounds of various bingo themes. Rounds include marking artists, groups, TV themes, song titles, and more!

• Players earn 3 points per square marked correct and 25 points per bingo. There are 3 bingos awarded per round before moving onto the next.

• Points accumulate during rounds throughout the game.

• The top two players in total points at the end of the game are the winners and receive prizes.

Remember, there’s two different games, so if you don’t win the first game, you could always win the second!

Tuesday evenings - 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Join us every Tuesday night for Best Trivia Ever! Six rounds of fresh trivia categories every week dealing with music, movies, television, sports, current events and random knowledge. Teams of up to 6 people allowed.

1st place winners: each team member receives a $10 gift certificate to the Social (for later use)
2nd place: each member receives a drink ticket (for later use)
3rd place: a round of shots on the house!

Free for everyone to play!

Trivia nights can get pretty full, so the best way to guarantee a table for you and your friends is to reserve one! Time slots are available between 6:00pm and 7:00pm.

We are excited to bring MUSIC BINGO to New London!

Music Bingo is a variety bingo game that combines traditional bingo with a musical twist. There are two games - 7pm and 8pm. It’s free to play, so come early for more chances to win! Bring your phone cause that will be your bingo card!

Rules

• Each game includes 3 rounds of various bingo themes. Rounds include marking artists, groups, TV themes, song titles, and more!

• Players earn 3 points per square marked correct and 25 points per bingo. There are 3 bingos awarded per round before moving onto the next.

• Points accumulate during rounds throughout the game.

• The top two players in total points at the end of the game are the winners and receive prizes.

Remember, there’s two different games, so if you don’t win the first game, you could always win the second!

Tuesday evenings - 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Join us every Tuesday night for Best Trivia Ever! Six rounds of fresh trivia categories every week dealing with music, movies, television, sports, current events and random knowledge. Teams of up to 6 people allowed.

1st place winners: each team member receives a $10 gift certificate to the Social (for later use)
2nd place: each member receives a drink ticket (for later use)
3rd place: a round of shots on the house!

Free for everyone to play!

Trivia nights can get pretty full, so the best way to guarantee a table for you and your friends is to reserve one! Time slots are available between 6:00pm and 7:00pm.

Hailing from Mystic, CT, Brad Bensko is a multi instrumentalist singer/songwriter.  Throughout his life, he was greatly influenced by 50s/60s rock and pop music, and later came to love classic jazz, country, blues, and American roots music.  All of these influences work their way into his writing style and produce songs that are new yet reminiscent of an older time.  

Brad performs solo, with his band, and with his duo Kat & Brad.  His musical adventures have taken him to many places, including sharing the stage and opening for acts such as John Sebastian of the Lovin’ Spoonful and most recently Gordon Lightfoot.

Quinn is a singer/songwriter from Connecticut. She has been performing locally across the state since the age of 13. Blending a mix of pop, indie, and rock from classics like Elton John to hits from Taylor Swift, she appeals to a wide range of listeners. They also front Connecticut band, Cinema Stare.

We are excited to bring MUSIC BINGO to New London!

Music Bingo is a variety bingo game that combines traditional bingo with a musical twist. There are two games - 7pm and 8pm. It’s free to play, so come early for more chances to win! Bring your phone cause that will be your bingo card!

Rules

• Each game includes 3 rounds of various bingo themes. Rounds include marking artists, groups, TV themes, song titles, and more!

• Players earn 3 points per square marked correct and 25 points per bingo. There are 3 bingos awarded per round before moving onto the next.

• Points accumulate during rounds throughout the game.

• The top two players in total points at the end of the game are the winners and receive prizes.

Remember, there’s two different games, so if you don’t win the first game, you could always win the second!

Tuesday evenings - 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Join us every Tuesday night for Best Trivia Ever! Six rounds of fresh trivia categories every week dealing with music, movies, television, sports, current events and random knowledge. Teams of up to 6 people allowed.

1st place winners: each team member receives a $10 gift certificate to the Social (for later use)
2nd place: each member receives a drink ticket (for later use)
3rd place: a round of shots on the house!

Free for everyone to play!

Trivia nights can get pretty full, so the best way to guarantee a table for you and your friends is to reserve one! Time slots are available between 6:00pm and 7:00pm.

Gray Hallberg has been playing the guitar since the age of seven.  In addition to over ten years of private instruction, he also studied jazz composition and music theory at the University of Vermont.  Gray performs throughout New England as a solo act, performing a mix of original songs and popular covers.  He is also the bandleader for Wooly Mammoth, which has shared the stage with members of the Blues Brothers and the Allman Brothers Band, among others.  He currently teaches guitar and piano at The Music Studio in Mystic, and also plays the ukulele and the banjo.

Phil Smith and Jeff Rourke, an acoustic duo located in eastern CT.

We are excited to bring MUSIC BINGO to New London!

Music Bingo is a variety bingo game that combines traditional bingo with a musical twist. There are two games - 7pm and 8pm. It’s free to play, so come early for more chances to win! Bring your phone cause that will be your bingo card!

Rules

• Each game includes 3 rounds of various bingo themes. Rounds include marking artists, groups, TV themes, song titles, and more!

• Players earn 3 points per square marked correct and 25 points per bingo. There are 3 bingos awarded per round before moving onto the next.

• Points accumulate during rounds throughout the game.

• The top two players in total points at the end of the game are the winners and receive prizes.

Remember, there’s two different games, so if you don’t win the first game, you could always win the second!

Tuesday evenings - 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Join us every Tuesday night for Best Trivia Ever! Six rounds of fresh trivia categories every week dealing with music, movies, television, sports, current events and random knowledge. Teams of up to 6 people allowed.

1st place winners: each team member receives a $10 gift certificate to the Social (for later use)
2nd place: each member receives a drink ticket (for later use)
3rd place: a round of shots on the house!

Free for everyone to play!

Trivia nights can get pretty full, so the best way to guarantee a table for you and your friends is to reserve one! Time slots are available between 6:00pm and 7:00pm.

Join us for our new FM Series, a free music series featuring talented artists from Connecticut and beyond! This evening’s artist is popular local duo, A Former Friend!

A Former Friend was conceived in the desert of Arizona in 2012 and reborn in the hills of Kentucky as Americana Gothic in 2016. After performing across the globe, the band debuted it's self-titled release in 2020 followed by 2023's "This Television Will Not Be Revolutionized". That same year saw the release of both EP's on a full length 12 inch vinyl record. AFF's sound taps into a rich American songwriting tradition and the societal ills that have shaped it to speak truth to power. Their focus on the darker side of human nature and how it manifests in every day life details the modern zeitgeist against the backdrop of a modern take on classic sounds.

Ladies & Gentlemen!

Let’s talk about it!!!

Our 5th and final Salsa on Parade Plaza event is scheduled for this Friday, Sept. 27th, will be moving indoors to The Social Bar.

New London, CT
Friday, September 27, 2024!!!
You are welcome to arrive early.
The event hours are 8pm-10:30pm.

~ Free Salsa Lessons by Jason Pepin, 8pm
~ The Bad Boy Richie Rich, 8pm and 9:15pm
~ Live Salsa Band, Orquesta Sensacional, 8:30pm and 9:45pm

We would like to thank the New London Cultural District Committee and the City of New London for making these events possible.

Absolutely free events for all to enjoy!

Join us for our new FM Series, a free music series featuring talented artists from Connecticut and beyond! This evening’s artist is Lincoln Foley!

Lincoln Foley Schofield is an award winning songwriter and touring musician who has been based in Key West, New York and Nashville. Since moving to the ocean in New England recently he founded Lincoln’s Stoner Beach Band blending New Orleans and Calypso rhythms with Americana storytelling. He also performs solo doing his spin on popular rock ‘n roll, reggae, country, and rhythm and blues songs.

Tuesday evenings - 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Join us every Tuesday night for Best Trivia Ever! Six rounds of fresh trivia categories every week dealing with music, movies, television, sports, current events and random knowledge. Teams of up to 6 people allowed.

1st place winners: each team member receives a $10 gift certificate to the Social (for later use)
2nd place: each member receives a drink ticket (for later use)
3rd place: a round of shots on the house!

Free for everyone to play!

Trivia nights can get pretty full, so the best way to guarantee a table for you and your friends is to reserve one! Time slots are available between 6:00pm and 7:00pm.

Join us for our new FM Series, a free music series featuring talented artists from Connecticut and beyond! This evening’s artist is local artist Danny Fleet!

Danny Fleet is a multi-instrumentalist who has been writing and performing across New England for the last 15 years. He combines a tongue-in-cheek lyrical style with uplifting messages and melodies, supported by his playful guitar and percussion. He is the lead singer and guitarist of Fleet, drummer for A Former Friend and drummer for Victim Or Victor.