Nights at the Beekley - This program was "designed to showcase some of the singer-songwriters." Visit www.beekleylibrary.org for details. Annual New Hartford Fishing Derby - May 2013. More information and dates later.    Skiing is the greatest.  6 inches of natural snow on Tuesday, January 15, 2013 and snowmaking every night.  Visit www.skisundown.com for more information.  February 8, 2013.  Well the blizzard has started!  This should insure great skiing for the rest of the season.  Prediction is for up to 24 inches of powrdery snow.  Great news for downhill and cross-country skiing. PACKAGES AVAILABLE Winter Ski Package – FROM $247 Experience the fun of skiing with an affordable ski package. Plan a day, a weekend or a week to get out on the slopes for great skiing or riding at Ski Sundown. With 100% snow making, 4 chairlifts, night skiing, and fun family events, Ski Sundown is your best choice. Your package includes a one night stay for two at Chapin Park Bed & Breakfast, an elegant yet comfortable Victorian home, a home cooked New England breakfast and two 8-hour lift tickets at Ski Sundown. After a day of skiing, enjoy snacks by the fire in the living room at Chapin Park Bed & Breakfast. For reservations or information about family packages and longer stays, call (860) 379-1075. CANOEING PACKAGE - FROM $190 Enjoy the thrill of paddling in a beautiful New England setting. Your package includes a one night stay for two at Chapin Park Bed & Breakfast, an elegant yet comfortable Victorian home, a full breakfast, and a day of canoeing, arranged by Main Stream Canoes & Kayaks. You may choose the federally designated Wild and Scenic Farmington River, a 12 mile scenic route from Riverton including Class I and II rapids, or a flat water trip on nearby lakes. Kayaks, guides and lessons for advanced and beginner paddlers are also offered. Based on availability. For reservations call (860)379-1075. Mother's Day Package - FROM $119 Make the day special for that special person. Let her enjoy a night away and a special breakfast that she doesn't have to cook. Chocolates at the bedside. Father's Day Package - FROM $119 Make the day special for that special person. Show him you appreciate everything he has done. Let him enjoy a night away and a hearty breakfast. The Farmington River is beckoning for fishing, kayaking. Chocolate chip cookies at his bedside. Spirng Golf Package - from $208 Enjoy a weekend golf getaway to the country. Located in the foothills of the Berkshires, your package includes a one night stay for two at Chapin Park Bed & Breakfast, an elegant yet comfortable Victorian home, a home cooked New England breakfast and 18 holes of golf, with cart, at Simsbury Farms, one of the most popular and scenic golf courses in the area. For reservations, call (860) 379-1075. Bicycle Touring Excursion Package FROM $328 Escape for two days and explore the beauty of the Northwest Connecticut country during the day, and enjoy the amenities at two elegant historic Bed & Breakfasts at night. Your first night will be spent in the comfort of Chapin Park Bed & Breakfast in New Hartford. Leave your car there and enjoy a scenic bike ride to a nearby destination inn of your choice, as available. Your route could be the back roads by the Farmington River to Riverton and Barkhamsted, or to Collinsville and Unionville on the Farmington Greenway. Bike back to your car the next day. Package includes for double occupancy: One night stay at Chapin Park Bed & Breakfast, www.chapinparkbandb.com One night stay at a local inn of your choice Breakfast for two each morning Picnic lunches for two each day Covered storage for bicycles overnight Based on availability, Holiday weekends excluded. Package does not include bicycles or the evening meal. For reservations or information about family packages, call (860) 379-1075. LEARN TO FLY FISH PACKAGE Take time to enjoy the Farmington River and the challenge of fly fishing. Your package includes a one night stay for two at Chapin Park Bed & Breakfast, an elegant yet comfortable Victorian home, a home cooked New England breakfast and a full or half day with a guide/instructor. Equipment may be rented at Upcountry Sportfishing, www. Your package includes a one night stay for two at Chapin Park Bed & Breakfast, an elegant yet comfortable Victorian home, a home cooked New England breakfast and your choice of guide package. For reservations, call (860) 379-1075. QUILTING/CRAFTERS PACKAGE FROM $50 per person for groups of 5 or more Treat yourself to a night or a weekend of uninterrupted work on a craft project. Chapin Park Bed & Breakfast is ideally suited for quilters or crafters who desire time to be creative. Prepare gifts for the holidays or finish up projects. The inn can accommodate 5-8 people for one, two or more nights. New Hartford and the Litchfield Hills offer many activities including antiquing, hiking, walking on the Farmington River trail, canoeing, kayaking and museums, when you want to take a break. Your package includes a one night stay at Chapin Park Bed & Breakfast, an elegant yet comfortable Victorian home, a home cooked New England breakfast, and spacious rooms for your work. Enjoy the company of other creative people, and renew friendships. Experience an evening overnight or a weekend retreat. Talk to your friends or craft group and call 860.379.1075 for more information and special discount prices. You do not need to be experienced, just willing to get away for a special weekend or day.     For additional information about area events please visit the following: www.LitchfieldHills.com, www.farmingtonvalleyvisit.com, www.CTvisit.com