Introduce young readers to the joy of books and historic transportation during Storytime Tuesdays at The Shore Line Trolley Museum. Held each Tuesday in July and August from 10 am to 12 pm, this family-friendly program combines storytelling, hands-on fun, and a ride aboard a vintage trolley. Storytime sessions begin at 10 am and 11 ... Read more
Lake Compounce celebrates America's 250th birthday and the park's 180th anniversary with the All-American Summer Celebration, a season-long event filled with patriotic entertainment, family activities, special attractions, and summer fun from July 3 through August 22, 2026. This limited-time celebration brings together classic American traditions and exciting new experiences throughout the park. Guests can enjoy ... 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-age glamour, passion, and danger take center stage in The Wild Party, running July 8 through August 16, 2026, at Playhouse on Park. Featuring a book, music, and lyrics by Andrew Lippa, this electrifying musical transports audiences to the roaring 1920s for a night where excess and desire spiral into chaos. The story follows Queenie ... Read more
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. Opening day on June 11 begins with exhibition access from 2 pm to 4 pm, followed by a reception from 5:30 pm to ... Read more
Enjoy an evening of live music when The Revivalists, joined by special guest Olivia Barnes, perform at Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Doors open at 6 pm, and the concert begins at 6:30 pm. The New Orleans-based, multi-platinum band The Revivalists returns to the Levitt stage with its signature ... Read more
Comedian and internet personality Suzanne Lambert takes the stage at Hartford Funny Bone Comedy Club on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. Doors open at 6 pm, and the show begins at 7 pm. Known for her quick wit, sharp observations, and humorous takes on pop culture, politics, and everyday life, Lambert has built an audience of ... 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
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
