Week of Events
Pet Food Drive for our Animal Friends with L.L. Bean
Come help L.L.Bean help our four-footed friends. Please drop off pet food, treats, and toys at our store. Everything collected will be going to support animal shelters in our area. L.L.Bean loves animals and we know you do too. So help us make life a little better for shelter animals. Look for the donation center ... Read more
Paradice Classic Cruisers at Litchfield Crossings
Paradice Classic Cruisers at Litchfield Crossings
They’re back for a season of fun filled evenings ...Paradice Classic Cruisers returns every Tuesday night beginning on May 1st and running through September to Litchfield Crossings, New Milford’s largest shopping Center, in the parking lots between Panera Bread and Webster Bank, off Rte. 7 and Dodd Rd. Festivities commence at 5pm and continue till ... Read more
Wine and Weep Program at Litchfield Historical Society
Wine and Weep Program at Litchfield Historical Society
The Litchfield Historical Society opened a new exhibit, “To Weep with Those Who Weep: Mourning Practices in Litchfield” on April 14, but many artifacts and documents were left out. The Historical Society invites you to mourn their exclusion during Wine and Weep, on Tuesday, May 1 from 5:30-7:00 p.m. Although fabulous and important to the story of mourning in Litchfield, these objects ... Read more
Free Clinic: Introduction to Geocaching
Free Clinic: Introduction to Geocaching
Geocaching is becoming more popular than ever and a great activity for the whole family, but how do you get started? Come learn what geocaching is, how to start hunting for caches, plus how to create and hide caches of your own. ***Since space is limited reserve yourself a spot by clicking over to L.L. ... Read more
Paint Night at Coogan Pavilion
Paint Night at Coogan Pavilion
Paint a picture with step-by-step instructions by our art instructor. Classes will be held on Tuesdays at 6:00pm at Coogan Pavilion. Cost: $15 per person at the door. May 1 - Date Night May 8 - Mom & Me May 15 - College Night May 22nd - Family Night Pre registration is recommended, please send an ... Read more
Shop, Sip & Save Crawl Broadway New Haven
Shop, Sip & Save Crawl Broadway New Haven
Network and mingle with local young professionals while experiencing our award winning restaurants, cafes and shops. Truffles at Maison Mathis, Prosecco at Tarry Lodge, 20% off at J.Crew and much more. FREE parking at 56 Broadway, New Haven. Join PULSE as we Shop, Sip, and Save at the Shops at Yale. Registration will take place inside J.Crew located ... Read more
Free Clinic: Binoculars and Birding
Free Clinic: Binoculars and Birding
Birding is one of the fastest growing hobbies around, and a great addition to any outdoor activity. It's a great way to connect to nature, and fun for the whole family. Come join our staff to learn about binoculars, as well as tips and techniques to identify birds for your next outing. ***Since space is ... Read more
Food Truck Fridays at Clinton Premium Factory Outlets
Food Truck Fridays at Clinton Premium Factory Outlets
Enjoy Gourmet Food Trucks, live entertainment, family-friendly activities and shopping at your favorite retailers. at Clinton Premium Factory Outlets. First Friday, April through November* 5PM-9PM Located across from J. Crew Factory Store. Visit the center website at PremiumOutlets.com/outlet/clinton-crossing or CTFoodTrucks.com for more details. *In event of inclement weather, event may pop-up on the following Friday.
CitySeed Farmer’s Market Wooster Square Season Opening
CitySeed Farmer’s Market Wooster Square Season Opening
One of the only farmers’ markets operating year-round in Connecticut, CitySeed officially kicks off its 2018 Weekend Farmers’ Market season at Wooster Square on Saturday, May 5 and Edgewood Park on Sunday, May 6. Wooster Square Opening Day activities include special guests Simon’s Green House, Sperry’s Natural and Jane’s Good Food; food trucks/carts Bowl'd Creations, Crêpes Choupette, ... Read more
Talcott Mountain Science Center PrimeTime Saturdays K-3 Events
Talcott Mountain Science Center PrimeTime Saturdays K-3 Events
Have fun with Robots, Sail the Seven Seas, Discover Brain-Storm & Create, and 3D Print with Talcott Mountain Science Center & Academy's Saturday Programs! Make the most of your weekends with our three-week (K-3) Saturday programs, which provide hands-on discovery, exploration and research with guidance and skill building from Talcott scientists. All courses run from 9am-3pm ... Read more
Downtown Ridgefield’s Annual Spring Stroll
Downtown Ridgefield’s Annual Spring Stroll
Events include a Chalk Festival, baking contest, youth fencing tournament, Art Exhibit and mini jewelry making, Ridgefield Gone Country BBQ Festival, balloon artists, Rock and Roll for ages birth to 3, strolling performers, face painting, Bach to Rock's Petting Zoo, The Nightingales a Capella group, Keller Williams Cinco de May Party, Pop Music Academy Spring ... Read more
Litchfield Historical Society May Walking Tours
Litchfield Historical Society May Walking Tours
Join the Litchfield Historical Society for Saturday morning walking tours exploring new themes and areas of the town. Walking tours last about an hour, be sure to wear comfortable shoes and bring a bottle of water. Tours begin at the Litchfield History Museum at 10 a.m Saturday, May 5: Architecture-Homes and Histories Why does the center of Litchfield ... Read more
8th Annual Fair Haven Family Stroll & Festival
8th Annual Fair Haven Family Stroll & Festival
Start your morning by walking with families along a 1.5-mile loop around the Quinnipiac River, over two bridges and through the historic riverfront district of Fair Haven. After the stroll, the festival activities begin: drums, live family-friendly music and dance, parachute play, puppets, face painting, food vendors, bubbles, yoga and Zumba, arts and crafts, and ... Read more
11th Annual Xavier High School Classic Car Show
11th Annual Xavier High School Classic Car Show
The 11th Annual Xavier High School Classic Car Show will be held on Saturday May 5, 2018 from 10 am to 3 pm (Rain Date: Sunday, May 6th Cost: $10 Donation Requested for Entries. $1 Donation Requested for Spectators. All proceeds will be donated to the Eric J. Kalber Memorial Scholarship Fund, remembering Eric J. ... Read more
Connecticut Children’s Medical Center “Mother of Markets” Shopping Event
Connecticut Children’s Medical Center “Mother of Markets” Shopping Event
The Mother of Markets “A Market for All” is an event that is focused on the amazing hand crafted artisans of Connecticut. The event will take place at the beautiful Elm Ridge Park in Rocky Hill. This will be an event you will not want to miss with over 50 Artisans which include Potters, Artists, ... Read more
Genealogy Publishing Made Simple
Genealogy Publishing Made Simple
Join the Connecticut Ancestry Society for its annual meeting followed by a program on how to publish your work. Artist, illustrator and book designer Shelley Lowell will lead this workshop. Free and open to the public. The Connecticut Ancestry Society Annual meeting is followed by a presentation on the steps required and options available for ... Read more
Honoring our Heroes at the Nathan Hale Homestead
Honoring our Heroes at the Nathan Hale Homestead
Connecticut Landmarks’ Nathan Hale Homestead is honoring our heroes during the 2018 Season with two exciting new programs! Visit the Homestead on a Saturday or Sunday in May from 12 to 4 pm to purchase an American Flag in honor of a military service member, veteran or hero. The Flag Field for Heroes will be on display for the month of May. Cost ... Read more
10th Annual Ron’s Run for the Roses Charity Gala
10th Annual Ron’s Run for the Roses Charity Gala
Enjoy an elegant afternoon of fun, food, cocktails, Derby-style fashion, equestrian events, live and silent auctions and the viewing of the Kentucky Derby live on a big screen! The annual Ron's Run for the Roses gala is the signature event of the Ron Foley Foundation that is dedicated to fighting pancreatic cancer. The mission of ... Read more
Hartford South End History Tour
Hartford South End History Tour
Join Historic Hartford champion and scholar Bill Hosley and Connecticut Landmarks’ Staff for a tour of the historic South End of Hartford! On Saturday, May 12, visit Cedar Hill Cemetery, historic Coltsville, Trinity College, and Hartford Hospital’s The Institute of Living Museum and their Olmsted-designed grounds. Our last stop will be the Butler-McCook House & Garden, where a casual lunch will be ... Read more
Run the Gauntlet Obstacle 5K with Denali
Run the Gauntlet Obstacle 5K with Denali
Join Denali as Gauntlet takes on East Rock Park for its 5th year. The race will take place on Sunday, May 6 at East Rock Park in New Haven. Dates: May 6, 2018 Times: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm Location: 41 Cold Spring Street, New Haven, Connecticut, 06511 Event Email Contact: maggie@jbsports.com Event Phone Number: (203) 481-5933 ... Read more
Litchfield Crossing’s Spring Celebration “Get the Dirt on Gardening”
Litchfield Crossing’s Spring Celebration “Get the Dirt on Gardening”
Come meet representatives from the Connecticut Audubon Society at Litchfield Crossings Spring Event on May 6th from 11:00 to 3:00 on the Panera patio. “Get the Dirt “on the Society’s newest Center at Deer Pond Farms in Sherman Ct. The 385-acre property bequeathed by the Kathryn D. Winston Estate is now the largest sanctuary in ... Read more
Brunch with Cinderella at Artisan Restaurant West Hartford
Brunch with Cinderella at Artisan Restaurant West Hartford
Come enjoy a delicious brunch at Artisan Restaurant in West Hartford with Ballet Theatre Company's Cinderella, her Prince Charming and the Fairy Godmother. Children will have the opportunity to dine with Cinderella enjoying a delicious two course brunch and ice cream bar. Two Seating Times Available: 11-12:30 1:-2:30pm Price fix, two-course, $24, with a signature ... Read more