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SUMMARY:Tree Swallow Sunset Trips on Onrust & RiverQuest at Connecticut River Museum
DESCRIPTION:Experience one of nature’s most remarkable evening spectacles during the Tree Swallow Sunset Trips aboard Onrust and RiverQuest\, offered from August 21 through September 23\, 2026. \nThese evening cruises travel to a special location along the Connecticut River where hundreds of thousands of tree swallows gather at sunset before settling into the reeds for the night. Guests can witness the birds’ breathtaking aerial formations while enjoying a leisurely journey along the river\, with opportunities to appreciate its scenic landscapes and wildlife throughout the trip. \nEach excursion lasts more than two hours and offers a small-group experience led by the vessel’s captain and crew. The trips are designed for adults and youth ages 10 and older. \nTickets are $50 per person. Availability is limited\, and advance reservations are recommended. \nThe Connecticut River Museum is located at 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT 06426. For tickets and additional information\, visit https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/tree-swallow-sunset-trips-on-onrust-riverquest-2/.
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LOCATION:Connecticut River Museum\, 67 Main Street\, Essex\, CT\, 06426
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SUMMARY:Annual Flower Bulb Sale at Florence Griswold Museum
DESCRIPTION:Bring a little of the Florence Griswold Museum’s historic garden spirit home with the Annual Flower Bulb Sale\, running September 1 through 15\, 2026. \nThe annual fundraiser supports the Museum’s historic gardens while offering a selection of spring-flowering bulbs sourced through Connecticut-based Van Engelen/John Scheepers Bulb Companies. This year’s offerings include the tulip ‘Blushing Impression\,’ an assortment of unusual narcissus and striking amaryllis varieties. \nQuantities are limited\, so early ordering is encouraged. Bulbs can be ordered online from September 1 through 15 and picked up at the Museum in mid-October. \nThe Florence Griswold Museum is located at 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, Connecticut 06371. Orders can be placed through Florence Griswold Museum bulb shop. Additional information is available at Florence Griswold Museum.
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/annual-flower-bulb-sale-at-florence-griswold-museum/
LOCATION:Florence Griswold Museum\, 96 Lyme Street\, Old Lyme\, CT\, 06371\, United States
CATEGORIES:Old Lyme
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SUMMARY:Closed in Observance of Labor Day at The Shore Line Trolley Museum
DESCRIPTION:The Shore Line Trolley Museum will be closed on Monday\, September 7\, 2026\, in observance of Labor Day. \nThe museum honors the generations of operators\, mechanics\, linemen\, craftspeople\, and other transportation workers whose dedication helped build and maintain the electric railway systems that connected communities throughout the region. \nRegular museum operations and trolley rides will resume during normal operating hours. Guests are encouraged to plan their visit for another scheduled opening day. \nThe Shore Line Trolley Museum is located at 17 River Street\, East Haven\, CT 06512. For additional information\, visit https://shorelinetrolley.org/event/closed-in-observance-of-labor-day/.
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LOCATION:The Shore Line Trolley Museum\, 17 River Street\, East Haven\, CT\, 06512
CATEGORIES:East Haven
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SUMMARY:Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides & Trackless Train at Lyman Orchards
DESCRIPTION:Lyman Orchards will offer two family-friendly activities on Monday\, September 7\, with Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides and the Roaming Railroad Trackless Train at the Apple Barrel Farm Market in Middlefield. \nHorse-drawn wagon rides run from 10 am to 3:30 pm\, taking guests along a scenic hayride trail past the historic Lyman Homestead. Admission is $6 for ages 13 and older and $4 for ages 4 to 12\, while children age 3 and under ride free. Wagon ride admission is cash only and tickets are sold at the pickup location on the day of the event. \nThe Roaming Railroad Trackless Train operates from 10 am to 4 pm\, traveling along the pond at the Apple Barrel Market. Tickets are $5 per person and can be purchased at the start of the train near the photo cutouts by the Apple Barrel Patio. \nBoth activities are located at the Apple Barrel Farm Market\, 32 Reeds Gap Road\, Middlefield\, CT 06455. Activities are weather permitting and dates are subject to change. For more information\, call 860-349-6000. Additional details are available at the Lyman Orchards event page.
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LOCATION:Lyman Orchards Apple Barrel Farm Market\, 32 Reeds Gap Road\, Middlefield\, 06455\, United States
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SUMMARY:Seeds to Success: Children’s Entrepreneurial Market at Lyman Orchards
DESCRIPTION:Lyman Orchards will host the Seeds to Success: Children’s Entrepreneurial Market on Monday\, September 7\, from 11 am to 2 pm at the Apple Barrel Farm Market in Middlefield. The award-winning program gives children ages 5 to 17 an opportunity to experience what it takes to run a business\, from developing a product or service to setting up a booth\, interacting with customers\, accepting payments\, and making their first sales. \nYoung entrepreneurs can offer almost anything except food\, including handmade items\, crafts\, games\, store-bought products\, and services. Children are expected to take an active role in acquiring or creating what they sell and should be able to complete preparation\, fulfill orders\, answer customer questions\, and handle payments with minimal adult assistance. Parents can provide support when needed\, and children with disabilities or special needs are welcome to participate with appropriate parental assistance. \nThe market is also open to shoppers looking to support local young entrepreneurs and discover their creative products and services. Visitors can make a day of their Labor Day visit to Lyman Orchards by exploring the Corn Maze\, enjoying Pick-Your-Own activities\, and stopping at the Apple Barrel Farm Market for seasonal treats and goodies. \nThe Children’s Entrepreneurial Market will take place at the Apple Barrel Farm Market\, 32 Reeds Gap Road\, Middlefield\, CT 06455. Fundraisers\, multi-level marketing businesses\, and animals are not permitted\, and children may not sell goods on behalf of their parents. Additional information is available at the Lyman Orchards event page.
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/seeds-to-success-childrens-entrepreneurial-market-at-lyman-orchards-2/
LOCATION:Lyman Orchards Apple Barrel Farm Market\, 32 Reeds Gap Road\, Middlefield\, 06455\, United States
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SUMMARY:Revolutionary Roots: Generations of Change at Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum
DESCRIPTION:A new exhibition exploring untold stories of the American Revolution will be on view from June 11 through October 3\, 2026 at the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum\, 295 West Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT 06856. \nOpening day on June 11 begins with exhibition access from 2 pm to 4 pm\, followed by a reception from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Curated by museum consultant Stacey Danielson\, with assistance from curatorial researcher Midge Lopat\, the exhibit commemorates the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence by examining the Revolutionary War through the lives of the Lockwood and Mathews families. \nThe exhibition highlights newly uncovered research on Patriot ancestors\, including Captain Eliphalet Lockwood of Norwalk\, whose home was destroyed during the war\, and Lieutenant Colonel Sampson Mathews of the Virginia Militia. Through period costumes\, historical artifacts\, and interpretive displays\, the exhibit offers insight into their personal experiences and the broader impact of the Revolution. \nRevolutionary Roots provides a deeper look at local and regional connections to America’s founding\, offering visitors a meaningful perspective on the individuals and families who shaped early American history. \nFor tickets and more information\, visit lockwoodmathewsmansion.com.
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/revolutionary-roots-generations-of-change-at-lockwood-mathews-mansion-museum/2026-09-07/
LOCATION:Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum\, 295 West Avenue\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06850\, United States
CATEGORIES:Norwalk
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