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Concerts on the Green Presents
Spooky Songs
Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 7:00pm

Join us for a candlelight concert of spooky music and harrowing readings for Halloween in the majestic setting of St. John’s neo-Gothic church. Music will include the iconic “Toccata and Fugue in D minor” played on a monster organ, "Danse Macabre" played by virtuoso violinist Joel Pichon, selections from “Hadestown” and the Mexican “Night of the Dead,” creepy stories, and more. Performers include Robert Havery (organ), Steve Minkler (piano), Bob & Steve (organ duet), Kate Truini (soprano vocalist), Henry Church (guitar), Joel Pitchon (violin), and Christopher Sweeney (The Narrator).  Costumes are encouraged but not required!Click here for tickets – $25 general admission; $10 students; free for children under age 12 Read more • Leer más → “Concerts on the Green Presents
Spooky Songs
Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 7:00pm”
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Quarantined Quartet
November 15, 2026 at 4:00pm

Quarantined Quartet is a family guitar ensemble from Brooklyn, NY, made up of Elysa, Jason, and their sons Joseph and Noah Hochman. They began the group on March 21, 2020 at the start of the pandemic lockdown, sharing their first practice video on Instagram that same day. Since then, they have practiced and posted a video every single day for over 2,000 consecutive days, building a global audience of more than 1 million followers. They are the founders of the New York Guitar Academy and Jay & Lee Rumba Flamenca, with backgrounds in Spanish classical, flamenco, and rock guitar. Since 2021, they have been a resident band at the iconic Tavern on the Green in Central Park, NYC.  Their repertoire includes original compositions and reimagined covers, presented as engaging live experiences for concert halls, festivals, and special events. Click here for tickets – $25 general admission; $10 students; free for children under age 12 Read more • Leer más → “Concerts on the Green Presents
Quarantined Quartet
November 15, 2026 at 4:00pm”
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A Cool Yule Christmas Jazz Concert
Sunday, December 20, 2026 at 4:00pm

Join us in person or online for the 2026 Edition of "A Cool Yule"!! If you’re looking to take a break during the hectic holiday season, please join us for an afternoon of contemporary and jazzy Christmas music, fun, and togetherness in the beautiful setting of a traditional, 19th century church. Father-daughter duo Steve and Rosemary Minkler will be joined by friends Chris Carrington, Henry Church, Larissa Davidowitz, Amber Edwards, Nathan Edwards, Geri Ely, Robert Havery, Brian Ladden, Jeff Moro, Albert Ramos, the St. John's Choir, and other guests. It’s our way of giving you a little gift during the holiday season.There is no admission charge, but we kindly ask you to bring a canned or non-perishable item to support the Food Bank and Soup Kitchen of Greater Waterbury Interfaith Ministries. Through your generosity, we’ve collected thousands of pounds of food over the past 20+ years. Read more • Leer más → “Concerts on the Green Presents
A Cool Yule Christmas Jazz Concert
Sunday, December 20, 2026 at 4:00pm”
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A Passion for the Planet
Sunday, September 27, 2026 at 4:00pm

A Passion for the Planet, composed by Geoffrey Hudson, is an hour-long eco-oratorio with lyrics drawn from scientific prose, poetry and sacred texts from many faiths. New Britain-based CONCORA will perform Hudson's Passion as part of a four-state tour to raise awareness of environmental concerns and showcase solutions across New England. Immediately after the concert, join us for an Information and Get-Involved Fair to be held in the church auditorium. Purchase tickets online or read more about the concert. Read more • Leer más → “Concerts on the Green Presents
A Passion for the Planet
Sunday, September 27, 2026 at 4:00pm”
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Perfect Pairings 2
Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 3:00pm

Perfect Pairings is a recital by pairs of soloists, presented by friends and members of St. John’s in the intimate setting of the church’s Library. Scheduled musicians include Ariana Alldredge (soprano), Liam Alldredge (tenor), Henry Church (guitar), Larissa Davidowitz (soprano), Robert Havery (piano), Vanessa Holroyd (flute), and Steven Minkler (piano and emcee). Admission is free. Donations will be accepted to support St. John’s concert programs. Click here to make a donation. Read more • Leer más → “Concerts on the Green Presents
Perfect Pairings 2
Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 3:00pm”