In 1659, 17 people from Stratford bought land from the Paugussett Native Americans of Derby. The land eventually became part of Woodbury.

As part of the celebrations, an ongoing display of historical photographs, postcards, artifacts and memorabilia is at the Woodbury Public Library, 269 Main St. South, throughout September.

Commemorative items for sale at various locations throughout the weekend are a Scenes from Old Woodbury 2010 calendar and T-shirts, porringers and ornaments with the 350th anniversary logo.

The 350th anniversary logo is designed by Cynthia Gillette. T-shirts are sold at Heavenly Card and Gift Boutique, 10 Sherman Hill Rd.; Canfield Corner, 2 Main St. North; and Woodbury Drug, 238 Main St. South. Navy blue T-shirts and light blue fitted T-shirts come in sizes for adults and children.

The pewter porringers and ornaments are designed by Woodbury Pewter. A porringer is a shallow bowl with a handle, suitable for holding change, jewelry or other items.

Friday, September 18

The first night of the celebrations features food, history, games and art.

Participating restaurants are offering specials and contests. The list of restaurants is as follows: Big Daddy's, Carol Peck's Good News Café, Charcoal Chef, Carlito's, Carmen Anthony's, City Hall Pub, Constantine's, Curtis House, Dottie's Diner, Dari Delite, Longwood Country Inn, Main Street Deli, Split Rail, Sandwich Construction Company, Elenni's, John's Restaurant, Old Toll Gate Inn, Pete's Drive-in, San Remo, Ting-Jiang, Woodbury Deli and Catering and the Woodbury Diner.

State historian Walt Woodward will speak on "350 years of Woodbury in Story and Song: A Light-hearted History in 30 minutes," at 5:30 p.m., 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. at the First Congregational Church, 214 Main St. South.

The church is also offering Kids' Colonial Camp, an evening of old-fashioned crafts, taking place from 6 to 8:30 p.m., for children ages seven to 12. Admission costs are $20 per child and $15 per subsequent child.

Baby-sitting for children younger than age seven is available from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at $10 per child.

Baby-sitting for all children is available from 8:30 to 10 p.m. at $8 per child.

Bingo will take place at 6:30 p.m. at Woodbury Senior Community Center, 265 Main St. South. The event is sponsored by the Woodbury Fire Department. Snacks and drinks are available. Those who play must be 18 years of age or older.

An artist's reception for an art and photography show will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Historic Town Hall, 5 Mountain Rd.

The Collette Hurst Jazz Quintet will be performing. The art show consists of artwork from local artists. The photography show consists of photographs entered in the Junior Women's Club Photography Contest.

The art and photography show is available for viewing from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, 1 to 6 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday.

Saturday, September 19

A health fair will take place from 9 a.m. to noon at the Woodbury Senior Community Center, 265 Main St. South.

Free screenings from local providers are available for all ages. Flu shots may be administered. Those interested are asked to call 203-263-2828. Raffles and giveaways will take place.

An Amber Alert Children ID Session will take place from 2 to 6 p.m. at Munson-Lovetere Funeral Home, 2 School St.

The session is sponsored by Woodbury/Bethlehem SEPTA, which stands for Special Education Parent Teacher Association, and in conjunction with the Rotary Club of Danbury. Those seeking additional information may call 203-263-3335.

Fun on Main Street is a progressive block party featuring food, entertainment and games, taking place from 2 to 6 p.m. Two focal points are the North Green and the Post Office Green. Events and entertainment will line the street between the two Greens.

The 350th Anniversary Committee wanted Fun on Main Street to have an old-time feel to it, without cars driving by.

Those who attend will not be without transportation. Besides the oldest mode of transportation that exists - one's feet - people can ride on a trolley, carriage or hay wagon.

Information booths are set up at the north and south ends of the route. A schedule of events for the weekend, two free ride bracelets for children and a free Labonne's tote bag for the first 350 people who arrive at the booths will be available.

Entertainment at the North Green is as follows: the Valley Chordsmen at 2 p.m., the Elm City Banjo Society at 3 p.m., Woodbury Academy of Dance at 4 p.m., and Euphoria and Root 6 at C.L. Adams at 4:30 p.m.

Entertainment at the Post Office Green consists of Susan and John Wick at 2 p.m., a USA Martial Arts demonstration at 2:15 p.m., Illuminata at 2:30 p.m., and children's entertainer T-Bone at 3:30 p.m.

Organizers ask that people bring lawn chairs and blankets. Children can play in inflatable bounceys.

A children's treasure hunt will begin at 2:30 p.m. on the lawn of St. Teresa of Avila Church on Main Street South. The hunt is sponsored by Creative Arts Studio.

An alumni registry of people who attended Woodbury or Nonnewaug High School will be available at the block party. The goal is to start an online database of alumni. School memorabilia will be at the table for viewing.

Food is available for purchase at the event. Other events include an interactive scavenger hunt, a history walk, farmer's market, a military encampment, trolley rides, hay wagon rides, horse and buggy rides, a variety of street performers, crafts, games and prizes.

Satellite parking is available at the following locations: North Congregational Church, 11 Main St. North; Mitchell Elementary School, 14 School St.; Woodbury Middle School, 67 Washington Ave. and the Woodbury Post Office, 1 Washington Ave.

Shuttle buses will run between the sites, or people may walk.

Organizers request that those who attend leave animals and bicycles at home.

Dancing Through the Decades will take place from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Woodbury Senior Community Center. Tickets are $25 and are on sale at Canfield Corner, 2 Main St. North, and Video World, 10 Sherman Hill Rd., or by calling 203-263-3733.

Aerin Burke is the D.J. for the evening. Dinner, dessert and coffee are served. The event is BYOB, and a silent auction and wine tasting will take place.

Sunday, September 20

A non-denominational church service at Bethel Rock will take place at 8:30 a.m. According to the town of Woodbury website, Bethel Rock was the site of the signing of the first land deal between settlers of Woodbury and the area's original residents, the Pootatuck Native Americans, on July 4, 1659.

It was also the gathering place of the First Congregational Church. The Congregationalists had their weekly meeting there, guarded by sentinels stationed below the rock to warn them of intruders, until their first church was built in 1681.

Parking and shuttles are provided at King Solomon's Lodge, 427 Main St. The entrance is on Park Road. Overflow parking is at the O&G Quarry entrance on Park Road.

The hike to Bethel Rock takes approximately five minutes and is partially uphill. A coffee hour and tours of King Solomon's Lodge will follow the service.

A war memorial dedication ceremony and time capsule presentation will take place at noon on the Cannon Green. The dedication ceremony is of two new stones honoring those who served in the Vietnam and Korean War eras.

Satellite parking for the afternoon is at Mitchell Elementary School and Woodbury Middle School.

Guest speakers and special guests will be present. Music entertainment is provided by the Nonnewaug High School Band, which will perform "Woodbury Fanfare," written by local composer Leroy Anderson for the town's 1959 Tercentennial.

The Colonial Fair in the Hollow will take place from 1 to 5 p.m. The Colonial Fair coincides with the Glebe House's annual event, Colonial Day. More than 20 colonial demonstrations will take place.

The event features a while elephant sale and a bake sale. Old Woodbury Historic Society tours and demonstrations at the Hurd House and Old Schoolhouse will take place.

Entertainment includes a Lancraft Fife and Drum march at 1 p.m., the Bristol Old Tyme Fiddlers at 2 p.m., a children's interactive performance by Playtivity at 3 p.m. and a performance by Willie Nininger and his band at 4 p.m.

Fried chicken boxed lunches in a commemorative 350th anniversary lunch pail will be sold, as well as ice cream and drinks.

A military encampment will be on site. Displays include an authentic wigwam, antique tools and antique tractors. A natural food demonstration will take place.

Tethered hot air balloon rides are available for purchase on-site. Children may enjoy pony rides and old-fashioned games like tug-of-war.

At 5 p.m., a birthday cake for Woodbury will be served. The Flour Garden Bakery is making and donating the cake for the festivities.

Those seeking additional information may call Janice Scruggs at 203-263-4186.