SEPTEMBER EVENTS

REI will host award-winning author, filmmaker and screenwriter, Jennifer Jordan

Wednesday, September 29th, 7pm

Jennifer Jordan, author of The Last Man on the Mountain: The Death of an American Adventurer on K2 will speak at REI – you will have a chance to hear an award-winning author’s firsthand account of a compelling story. In her book, Jordan chronicles the journey of Dudley Wolfe as he set out to become the first man to climb K2, the world’s second highest mountain. Seating is limited to the first 50 registrants. Visit www.rei.com/stores/105 to register.

Charity Tastes N' Toasts Series Every Wednesday Night

Experience a variety of cuisines, while helping charity during our Wednesday Night Tastes N' Toasts Series, a weekly event hosted by a different restaurant and including discounted drinks, appetizers and/or meal specials at a variety of eateries within Blue Back Square, benefiting a different charity each week.

Pick up an admission button with a $10 charitable donation at the host restaurant

Have the opportunity to learn about the specific charity benefited by the day's activities through an educational display within the restaurant

Receive a map of participating eateries within Blue Back Square

Enjoy a drink, dinner or appetizer special at the participating establishments

Every Wednesday starting April 14, from 5:00 to 10:00 pm:

• 9/1 The Counter – West Hartford Dog Coalition
• 9/8 Umi Sushi – TBD
• 9/15 Rizzuto's – Jane Doe No More
• 9/22 Fleming's – TBD
• 9/29 Besito's – TBD

Whole Foods Market | The Troutbrook Farmers Market

When: Monday, June 7th and continues every Monday through Monday November 1st.

Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Location: In front of Whole Foods Market - West Hartford Center store
(50 Raymond Rd, West Hartford, CT 06107)

Check the Whole Foods Market website for special details each week, from guest chefs, to live music. The website is: www.wholefooodsmarket.com.

Live Music in the Square

Don't miss live performances by local artists Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights from 7:00 - 9:00 pm in the Square throughout the summer.

SEPTEMBER
September 1 - Mizuno Mad Mini Marathon & Scavanger Hunt 5:30-8:00,
B Flat Tin Hat will be playing in the Square
September 3 - Friday- Patrick James Band
September 6 - Monday - Labor Day - Show Biz Kids, a Steely Dan tribute band
September 7 - Tuesday-Drumflight
September 11 - Saturday - Brian Jarvis
September 17 - Friday - The Bill Carleton Band
September 23 - Thursday - Drumming about You
September 24 Friday - Brian Dolzani Music

Check out the video below - a special surprise dance performance from Zumba dancers in the Square during intermission of on 8/18/2010!

*All events are subject to change and/or cancellation. Unless otherwise noted, events are held in The Square. Evening events held in The Square run from 7-9pm.

Retail Promotions

PERSIAN RUG GALLERY

Celebrating our Grand Opening!

Located across from REI

• Lifetime Investment
• Handmade
• Antique
• Organic
• In-Home Design Center
• Cleaning & Restoration
• Home Delivery

Contact the Persian Rug Gallery at 860.570.9888 or persianrugllc@aol.com.

Bose

Featured Product - The CineMate® GS II Home Theater Speaker System

The easiest way to add Bose® home theater performance to your HDTV. Enjoy Bose 2.1-channel home theater sound and bring out the full audio potential of your HDTV. Proprietary TrueSpace® technology enables two Gemstone® speakers and an Acoustimass® module to deliver compelling sound for movies, games, sports and more. The system easily connects directly to your TV, avoiding the need to disconnect other sources. And with no rear speakers, there's no wiring to the back of your room. A programmable universal remote control simplifies operation of other connected sources.

Visit BOSE at Blue Back to experience the difference for yourself today.

Crate and Barrel

Fall Upholstery Sale begins Friday, September 3rd through Monday October 11th. This is your opportunity to save 25% off our custom upholstery frames, slipcovers, extra pillows, and even cut yardage. Plus, select stock upholstery groups will be up to 15% off. Come in and see an associate for details!

Fleming's Steak House

September Month of Discovery: 100 Wines, 30 Days of Celebration

• Explore the new Fleming's 100, our award-winning collection of 100 wines by the glass, with superb values from Europe, South America and Australia, and up-and-coming boutique wines.
• Enter to win a memorable trip for two to California wine country in our Napa Getaway Sweepstakes, including a VIP tour of legendary Caymus Vineyards and a private barrel tasting with Caymus owner and winemaker Chuck Wagner.*
• Taste your way through the Fleming's 100 by attending our unique wine tasting evenings - Opening Nights. Every Thursday in September, $25 per guest per night.** Space is limited, so please call Fleming's to reserve.
• Join us for our exclusive Caymus Interactive Wine Dinner, with a Napa Valley-inspired menu, five specially selected Caymus wines and a live broadcast discussion with winemaker Chuck Wagner. September 21st or 22nd, depending on your Fleming's location.
• Don't miss our Wine Tuesdays, with terrific ways to save on your favorite wine pairings, every Tuesday night in September.
• Supplies are limited, but there's still time to get your hands on a bottle of Salus Cabernet Sauvignon, our newest "Icon Wine," for just $125.** Available through 9/30 only.
• Memorable Meal: A Classic Trio, $99 for 2** Indulge in a 3-course menu with Filet Mignon, Ahi Tuna & Lamb Chop. $99 for 2 guests.** Add a flight of wines for only $10 per guest.** 9/1 - 9/30.

Origins

Summer is coming to an end, but ORIGINS wants to keep your spirits up with some new products, great deals, and free pampering experiences! Stop in anytime, or call us at 860-232-0051, to book yourself for one of our complimentary mini-facials. Bring a friend. Bring 10 friends! ORIGINS is again offering their famous mini-facial parties! Try our face care, body care, sensory therapy, and make up in a friendly environment surrounded by your friends and family. Bring food and refreshments. This is meant to be a celebration of YOU and your loved ones choosing to take great care of your skin and each other. (Ask about our NEW Brighter by Nature moisturizer with SPF35)

We invite you to attend our annual SKIN CARE GIVEAWAY starting September 15th! When you purchase one of our all natural face care products you receive a skincare starter set to complete your skin care regimen.

For any other information come into our Blue Back Square location, next to Barnes & Noble and the Green teahouse, and ask us or sign up for our new VIP mailing list and get more deals, updates, and awesome giveaways then ever before!

Bring friends. Get pampered. Leave happy.

White House | Black Market

"I Feel beautiful" Event - Friday September 10th to Sunday September 12th.

Discounts and free gift with purchase during this event! For more information stop by WHBM at Blue Back Square.

When do you feel beautiful? Share with us and enter for your chance to win. Grand prize is a spa weekend for two plus a $1000 shopping spree at WHBM Second place is a $1000 WHBM shopping spree

Weekly $100 WHBM shopping spree. For official rules and to enter please visit - www.whbm.com/feelbeautiful

Teaching is Beautiful...and we're inviting all teachers to let us show off a few chic, versatile (and affordable) favorites for the upcoming year.

Teachers enjoy 15% off their purchase with a valid school ID now through September 6 in boutiques only!

Tell every teacher you know!

The Counter Burger

1/2 Priced Drinks
All-Day Monday - Thursday

Mixed Doubles
choose two out of four premium mini burgers and get a single order of fries and a soda for $8.95

Rollercoaster Cuts

Story Time Tuesday - Every Tuesday morning from 10:30am to 11:30am

2 for $30 haircuts - Every Tuesday and Wednesday

Besito Mexican Kitchen & Agave Lounge

Enjoy Besito at your office or home. We offer Takeout Service for lunch and dinner. View our menu.

Join us for 2 for 1 lunch entrees!

Happy Hour Monday - Friday 4-6pm with ½ off drinks.

½ price select appetizers Monday - Friday 4-6pm

Rizzuto's Wood-Fired Kitchen & Bar

Great deal for families, that is cheaper than McDonalds. View our Kids Menu.

Aperitivo at Rizzuto's West Hartford
Please join us from 4-7 pm for not only special drink prices, but a free antipasto buffet, this Authentic Italian buffet is fresh, light and delicious, an excellent accompaniment to pre-dinner cocktails!

Moe's Southwest Grill

Kid's Night - Mondays after 4pm, at Blue Back Square
50% off kids meals when an adult purchases an entre priced at $5.99 or more. Kids 12 and under. Offers cannot be combined with other coupons. Children must be present.

College Night Tuesdays with Live Entertainment
Present a College ID and receive a burrito and beer for $7.99 or a burrito and soda for $6.99.

YMCA Wednesdays, 5pm-9pm
Moe's will donate a portion of the proceeds to the YMCA in support of youth athletics.

Thirsty Thursdays
Enjoy beers for $1.99 all day long. Margaritas available.

Whole Foods

Free Tastings! Tasting Tuesdays, 'Try This' Thursdays, & Food-Lovers' Fridays
Tues. & Thurs. 4:30-6:30 p.m., Fridays 12 noon-2:00 pm.
We create new and tantalizing items for you to try, from tasty appetizers, easy-to-create meals, to delicious dessert ideas!