Lunch and Learn: The Chilling Chronicles of Ice Cream

Join us for a delightful afternoon of good food and engaging conversations about local art and history! Order ahead from Sweet Bella @ The MATT or bring your own lunch to enjoy. First Wednesday of Every Month | 12–1 PM Ice cream holds a special place in the hearts of Connecticut residents, serving as more than just a sweet treat to beat the summer heat, it has become a beloved cultural staple. Hear from historian, John Cilio, as he explores…

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July 2, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

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144 W Main St
Waterbury, CT United States

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Join us for a delightful afternoon of good food and engaging conversations about local art and history!
Order ahead from Sweet Bella @ The MATT or bring your own lunch to enjoy. First Wednesday of Every Month | 12–1 PM
Ice cream holds a special place in the hearts of Connecticut residents, serving as more than just a sweet treat to beat the summer heat, it has become a beloved cultural staple. Hear from historian, John Cilio, as he explores ice cream’s rich history and some of its local history that helped to define the state’s ice cream adventure. Learn about a special list of some hidden and not so hidden magical purveyors of ice cream across Connecticut. Create and enjoy an ice cream sundae sponsored by The Big Dipper Ice Cream Parlour in Prospect at the close of the program!
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$10.00 per Non- Member
$5.00 per Member
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Sponsored by Christine and Eugene Shugrue & Big Dipper Ice Cream

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