A fun, hands-on children’s activity takes place on May 14, 2026 (all day) at the The Public Library of New London, 63 Huntington Street, New London, CT 06320. Stars and Stripes Day invites children and families to celebrate with a creative arts and crafts experience in the Children’s Room Front Area. Young participants can stop ... Read more
A magical ballet performance takes place on May 14, 2026 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street, New London, CT 06320. Presented by the World Ballet Company, Cinderella brings the beloved fairy tale to life in a dazzling Broadway-style production. Featuring a cast of 40 international dancers, more ... Read more
A classic fairy tale ballet comes to life on May 14, 2026 at 7 pm at Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street, New London, CT 06320. Presented by the World Ballet Company, Cinderella offers a Broadway-style production featuring a cast of 40 international dancers, more than 150 hand-sewn costumes, and elaborate sets. Choreographed by Marina ... Read more
A night of high-energy comedy takes place on May 15, 2026 at 7:30 pm at Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street, New London, CT 06320. Bored Teachers brings its Is It Friday Yet?! Comedy Tour to the stage with a brand-new lineup of jokes and stories inspired by life in and around the classroom. Known ... Read more
A high-energy throwback drag brunch packed with 90s nostalgia takes place on May 24, 2026 at The Social Bar + Kitchen, 208 Bank Street, New London, CT 06320. Presented by Sky Casper Entertainment, this special edition of Pink Eggs & Glam features Jackie Cox in a fully immersive brunch experience inspired by iconic 90s pop ... Read more
A high-energy celebration of global K-pop music and dance arrives on June 1, 2026 at 7 pm at the Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street, New London, CT 06320. Planet K-Pop brings the music and excitement of artists including BTS, BLACKPINK, and songs inspired by KPOP Demon Hunters and Huntr/x to the stage through live ... Read more
An evening celebrating the history, creativity, and impact of women and underrepresented genders in photography will take place on June 3, 2026 at the Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street, New London, CT 06320. Presented by Artreach, Inc. in collaboration with AtelierMOCA and Be Well Productions, Women in Photography: Then + Now combines visual art, ... Read more
A full day of free tours, exhibits, live experiences, and entertainment will take place on June 13, 2026 at the Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street, New London, CT 06320, as part of Connecticut Open House Day. Now in its 22nd year, Connecticut Open House Day is a statewide celebration encouraging residents and visitors to ... Read more
A night of stand-up comedy arrives on June 13, 2026 at 8 pm at the Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street, New London, CT 06320. Presented by The Comedy Craft Beer Tour, Comedy in the Oasis Room features headlining comedian Mike Hanley performing his high-energy brand of observational comedy focused on relationships, parenting, marriage, and ... Read more
An afternoon of poetry, music, and conversation will take place on June 18, 2026 at 4 pm at the Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street, New London, CT 06320. The program features Randall Horton, Ph.D., Professor of English at the University of New Haven, presenting readings from his acclaimed work Definition of Place. Horton’s writing ... Read more
