A summer of student theatre and musical performance unfolds from late June through early August 2026 with Open Arts Alliance’s Summerstage season, featuring programs for elementary through high school students at venues across Greenwich, CT. The season begins with Disney’s Aladdin KIDS, offered in two sessions from June 29 to July 10 and July 13 ... Read more
Support Great Mountain Forest and help double the impact of your donation during Northwest Corner Gives through July 22, 2026. As part of the Northwest CT Community Foundation's biennial giving campaign, every donation made to Great Mountain Forest during the campaign will be matched dollar for dollar, helping advance conservation, education, and community programs across ... Read more
Readers of all ages are invited to grow their love of books during the Bridgeport Public Library's 2026 Summer Reading Program, "Plant A Seed, Read." Beginning June 22, library branches throughout Bridgeport will host free reading challenges, educational activities, and special events that encourage lifelong learning and summer fun. Inspired by the idea that farms ... Read more
Gentle movement and mindful exercise come together during weekly Tai Chi classes every Wednesday from 9 am to 10 am at the Mattatuck Museum, 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT 06702. Led by certified Tai Chi instructor Matt Dempsey, the class focuses on improving balance, flexibility, mobility, energy, and stamina through guided movement set to ... Read more
Creativity takes center stage this summer with the Shubert Summer Theater & Arts Camp, a program designed to help young artists explore their talents while building confidence, friendships, and artistic skills in a supportive environment. Open to students entering grades 3 through 8 in Fall 2026, the camp offers an engaging mix of theater and ... Read more
Young artists can explore their creativity this summer at Artivity: Sail Into Summer Edition, a hands-on arts program at The Bushnell designed for students ages 7–14. Led by experienced teaching artists and creative educators, this engaging program offers a variety of artistic experiences that inspire imagination, self-expression, and skill-building. Participants will have the opportunity to ... Read more
Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport is gearing up for another season of Zoo Patrol, an immersive summer youth program that brings children face-to-face with wildlife through hands-on learning and outdoor adventure. Designed for curious young animal lovers, this popular program offers a behind-the-scenes look at the Zoo while inspiring the next generation of conservationists. Throughout ... Read more
Creativity, history, and hands-on discovery come together during Camp Matt at the Mattatuck Museum, running from June 29 through August 7. The Museum’s School’s OUT! Summer Adventures Camp will feature six themed weeks designed to immerse children in artmaking, storytelling, history, and interactive learning experiences inspired by the Museum’s galleries and exhibitions. Camp sessions run ... Read more
Young explorers can spend their summer discovering the natural beauty and rich history of the Connecticut River at the Connecticut River Museum’s Summer Camp. Running from June 29 through August 7, 2026, from 9 am to 3 pm, this six-week program is designed for children ages 6 to 11 and offers an engaging mix of ... Read more
Older adults can enjoy a quieter museum experience during Senior Mornings, held every Wednesday from 9:30 am to 11 am at the Mattatuck Museum, 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT 06702. The weekly program offers visitors the opportunity to explore the museum’s permanent collection and rotating special exhibitions in a calm and comfortable setting before ... Read more
