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Call for Young Artists: How I See America 250 : at The Lockwood-Mathews Mansion
Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum 295 West Ave, NorwalkHow I See America 250 | Inspired by the American Revolution and the signing of Declaration of Independence The Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum will launch its first Young Artists’ Competition on February 19, 2026. The competition titled, How I See America 250, will be open to all elementary students, 3-5 grades; middle school students, 6-8 grades; and high […]

The Annual Stamford Literary Competition at The Ferguson Library
Deadline: Please submit your entry by Friday, February 6, 2026. Do you have an author in grades 3 through 12 in your life who lives in or goes to school in Stamford? For more than 40 years the Annual Stamford Literary Competition has recognized the work of local student authors in the categories of fiction, […]

2026 USA Jigsaw Nationals in Atlanta
TBA FairfieldUSA Jigsaw Nationals is set for March 27-29, 2026! Mark your calendars. You don't want to miss the 2026 National Championships and Puzzle Convention! Join us next spring in Atlanta, Georgia. Keep an eye out for more exciting announcements such as registration dates, the venue, and discounted hotels in the coming months. We love jigsaw […]

The 48th Annual American Crossword Puzzle Tournament in Stamford
Marriott Stamford 243 Tresser Blvd, StamfordApril 10-12, 2026 The Marriott in Stamford, CT Registration opens January 8, 2026 Directed by New York Times Crossword Puzzle Editor Will Shortz, this is the nation's oldest and largest crossword competition. Solvers tackle eight original crosswords created and edited specially for this event. Scoring is based on accuracy and speed. Prizes are awarded in […]



