A day and evening of local shopping and community fun takes place on May 6, 2026 in Downtown Fairfield, Fairfield, CT 06824. Shop & Stroll Into Spring highlights a variety of local businesses, offering visitors the chance to explore shops featuring fashion apparel, home décor, jewelry, toys, sporting goods, books, and more. The event encourages ... Read more
A relaxed, creative hangout for teens takes place on May 6, 2026 from 11 am to 1 pm at the Mattatuck Museum, 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT 06702. Teen Time: Summer Loading… invites teens to gather with friends for an afternoon of art-making, socializing, and summer-themed fun. Participants can create seasonal crafts, enjoy snacks, ... Read more
Card players and casual competitors alike can enjoy an evening of Setback on the first and third Wednesday of every month from 6 pm to 8 pm at 1741 Pub & Grill, 72 Lyman Road, Middlefield, CT 06455. This recurring game night combines friendly competition with food, drinks, and community support. Registration begins at 5 ... Read more
A bold and comedic reimagining of a classic love story takes the stage May 5–10, 2026 at The Bushnell, 166 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106. & Juliet flips the script on Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, imagining what happens if Juliet chooses a new path instead of tragedy. This high-energy musical, created by the Emmy-winning writer ... Read more
A closer look at individual works of art takes place during Art in Focus at the Museum, a series of informal gallery conversations held on April 9 and May 7, 2026 at 12 pm at the Fairfield University Art Museum, 1073 North Benson Road, Fairfield, CT 06824. Led by Curator of Education and Academic Engagement ... Read more
A virtual gallery conversation series offers a closer look at individual works from the exhibition For Which It Stands… on April 10, 2026 at 1 am and May 8, 2026 at 7 am. Hosted by the Fairfield University Art Museum, this online program invites participants to engage with art from anywhere. Led by Curator of ... Read more
A multi-day exhibition celebrating creativity across visual art and literature runs from May 7 through May 17, 2026 at Five Points Annex, 15 Water Street, Torrington, CT 06790. Making Our Mark With Words and Art brings together nine artists and authors for an engaging showcase featuring artwork, readings, book signings, and interactive workshops. The exhibition ... Read more
The Teacher Leadership Program is a free, one-hour virtual workshop designed for educators across all levels and disciplines. Held on Zoom, the program takes place at 4 pm on the first Thursday of each month during the academic year. Sessions are led by Jessica Sack, the Jan and Frederick Mayer Curator of Public Education; Clara ... Read more
A guided curator tour takes place on May 7, 2026 from 4 pm to 4:45 pm at the Yale Center for British Art, 1080 Chapel Street, New Haven, CT 06510. Led by Senior Curatorial Assistant Brooke Krancer, this special tour offers an in-depth look at the installation “Take me, take me, take me…to the Palace ... Read more
Paintball enthusiasts can gear up for adrenaline-filled Thursday evenings during Paintball League Night at Powder Ridge Mountain Park Resort in Middlefield. Held weekly from 6 pm to 9 pm, this five-week series offers players a chance to compete in NXL-style tournament play with rotating teams formed on-site each night. Players are welcome to attend solo ... Read more
