The Annual Buttonwood Farm Sunflower Festival will be held July 23 - July 31, 2022. Each year Buttonwood Farm plant over 14 acres of sunflowers and harvest approximately 300,000 blooms for your viewing pleasure and to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Connecticut, a non-profit organization dedicated to granting wishes to children with life-threatening medical ... Read more...
Free Things to Do in Connecticut
Things to Do in the Fall in Connecticut
Are you looking for some fun and interesting to do this Fall in Connecticut? While we know that Fall is the time we pick apples, drink cider, and go on long, scenic drives through the state to watch the Fall Foliage change colors, did you know that there are so many other things to do too? I bet you didn't know about the the Mystic Pirate Invasion coming in October did ... Read more...
Farmers Markets in Connecticut
Farmer's Markets are a great way to get fresh fruits, vegetables, handmade soaps, jams, pastries and more all the while supporting local Connecticut farms and businesses. Most towns in Connecticut now have Farmer's Markets running from May or June to at least October. Ashford Farmers Market Pompey Hollow Park June 3 to October 2, Sundays 10 am to 1 pm The Ashford ... Read more...
Visit The Butterfly-Pollinator Garden at Cohen Woodlands in Colchester
When summer begins it's quick and hot demise, our gardens are graced with the final flourishes of color, and beautiful butterflies. A well-kept secret in southeastern Connecticut is the Butterfly-Pollinator Garden at Cohen Woodlands in Colchester. Certified as a Wildlife Habitat through the National Wildlife Federation, Cohen Woods is the perfect setting for this gorgeous ... Read more...
The Shubert Theater Offers Free Backstage Tours
The Shubert Theater's hour-long backstage tours are the perfect activity for any theater or history enthusiast. Whether you are visiting New Haven for the first time, or a life-long resident, you’ll be amazed by the incredible history of the legendary Shubert! Tour are available the First Wednesday and Saturday of every month starting at 11:00 am. Tours are FREE and ... Read more...
