Landowners, conservation practitioners, and woodland stewards can gain practical forest management skills during Woodland Academy: Using Hand Tools to Manage Your Woods on July 28 from 9 am to 4 pm at Great Mountain Forest. This full-day workshop focuses on the safe and effective use of non-mechanized tools for woodland management. Participants will learn how ... Read more
Science, discovery, and hands-on learning take center stage during Women in Science Day at Mystic Aquarium on July 28, 2026, beginning at 11 am. This family-friendly event celebrates the achievements and contributions of women in science while inspiring the next generation of explorers, innovators, and problem-solvers. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet Mystic Aquarium’s ... Read more
Step into the social world of early Connecticut during Tavern Talks at the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History. Held on Tuesday afternoons throughout the summer, this gallery talk explores the fascinating history behind the museum's collection of historic tavern signs displayed in the Auditorium. These signs once hung outside bustling taverns that served as ... Read more
Jazz lovers are invited to gather for an evening of music, conversation, and community at the JAZZ Record Mingle on July 28, 2026, from 6:30 pm to 9 pm at the Milford Arts Council. Guests are encouraged to bring a favorite jazz album and connect with fellow enthusiasts while sharing stories, recommendations, and appreciation for ... Read more
Meet author George Aldo Barrios at the Fairfield University Store on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, from 7 pm to 8 pm for a discussion of his memoir, Sometimes Wrong But Never in Doubt: How a Cuban Kid from Queens Transformed WWE. The event includes a meet-and-greet and an opportunity to learn about Barrios' career in ... Read more
Singer-songwriter Amelia Day brings her emotionally charged blend of alternative rock, indie pop, and folk-inspired storytelling to Levitt Pavilion on July 28, 2026, for a free outdoor concert. Known for her vivid lyricism and genre-crossing sound, Day has emerged as a compelling voice in contemporary music. Her EP EGO TRIP explores themes of heartbreak, self-discovery, ... Read more
Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and musician Billy Strings brings his acclaimed live show to PeoplesBank Arena on Tuesday, July 28, 2026. Known for redefining modern bluegrass while drawing inspiration from folk, rock, country, and jam-band traditions, Billy Strings has become one of the most celebrated performers in contemporary American music. His virtuosic guitar playing, powerful ... 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
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
Families can enjoy an evening of cowboy songs, storytelling, and playful musical adventures when Hopalong Andrew performs at Levitt Pavilion on July 29, 2026, as part of the Children's Series. Known as one of the leading performers in family-friendly folk and western music, Hopalong Andrew combines original songs, traditional cowboy tunes, and lively stage antics ... Read more
