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4th of July Fireworks: Fairfield
Jennings Beach 323 Fairfield Beach Rd, FairfieldFireworks explode just after dark, usually around 9:15 PM, from a barge off of Long Island Sound so the show can be seen easily from either Penfield or Jennings Beaches. For more information
Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center SHOREBIRD WALKS
Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center 100 Lyme Street, Old LymeMost of North America’s shorebird species winter in South & Central America, heading north breed in the high Arctic. Some of these birds breed in CT, while others start their northbound journey in mid-late summer. Join us as we look for many of our shorebird species at some of the best spots around southeastern Connecticut, […]
Newport Gulls at Cardines Field
Cardines Field 20 America’s Cup Avenue, NewportJuly 10, 2024: Newport Gulls vs. Ocean State Waves Bring the family for a summer game at this historic stadium! It is believed to be one of the oldest ballparks in the United States and has been called "a small urban gem of a ballpark". The ticket office opens at 5:00pm on game days. For more information Games […]
Movies in the Plaza at Pitkin Park
Movies in the Plaza is back, bringing you free Wednesday night (and now select Sunday afternoon) movie screenings May through October in downtown New Haven’s beloved Pitkin Plaza! Grab your lawn chairs, picnic blankets and some takeout from a local spot, and spend an evening under the stars enjoying blockbusters, nostalgic blasts from the past, […]
Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center SUMMER BIRD WALKS
Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center 100 Lyme Street, Old LymeThursday, July 11; 9-11 am With the hustle and bustle of spring migration over, the birds in CT are settling down to breed for the summer. We’ll look and listen for the breeding summer birds in some of the best preserves in southeastern CT. $13 for members; $18 for non-members. – Walk at Bebee will […]
NORTH STONINGTON AGRICULTURAL FAIR
NORTH STONINGTON AGRICULTURAL FAIR 21 WYASSUP ROAD, North StoningtonJULY 11 - 14, 2024 HOME ARTS AND CRAFTS ~~CONCESSIONS~~RIDESLIVESTOCK SHOWS AND PULLS~~STAGE ENTERTAINMENTPIG RACING ~ BLACKSMITH DEMOSAWMILL EXHIBITIONS~~CARRIAGE DRIVING SHOW~~TRUCK & TRACTOR PULLS~~MAGICIAN~~HAM & BEAN DINNER~~DOG DEMOS AND MUCH MORE! ADMISSION: 10 and Over $12.00 Under 10 - Free For more information
Summer Sound Waves 2024!! at Esker Point Beach
Esker Point Beach 900 Groton Long Point Rd, GrotonSummer is around the corner which means our weekly concert series is almost back! Summer Sound Waves 2024 is going to bring you another awesome line up of bands to jam out to on Thursdays from June through August. Check the image below for the line up, and visit the Facebook event pages to stay […]
Under the Arches: Chamber Music Series at The Pequot Library: Piffaro
Pequot Library 720 Pequot Avenue, FairfieldFriday, July 12 at 6:00pm Piffaro, with Grant Herreid, Yale University Professor of Music and Priscilla Herrerid, Director of Piffaro Piffaro, The Renaissance Band’s mission is to delight audiences with historically informed performances of music from the late Medieval, Renaissance and early Baroque periods, in the manner of the civic, court and chapel wind bands, […]
FAMILY DAY at The Lyme Art Association
Lyme Art Association 90 Lyme Street, Old LymeFrom 10 am – 1 pm on Saturday, July 13th, join us for Family Day on the lawns of Lyme Art Association for fun & creative art and outdoor activities for kids & families. More details coming soon. Below is a list of the fun activities from last year’s Family Day. 2023’s Family Day Activities Included: Tripledale […]
Sailfest 2024 New London
Downtown New London Bank Street, New LondonJuly 13 & 14, 2024 Sailfest is Southeastern Connecticut’s premiere summertime event, complete with a major fireworks display, amusement rides, free entertainment, ships, and over 200 vendors lining the streets. There will be plenty to see, buy, and eat, so make sure to come hungry and ready to try new food! For more information FIREWORKS […]
FAMILY ECOLOGY DAYS at Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center
Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center 100 Lyme Street, Old LymeJuly 6, 13 Aug 10,17 1:30-3:00pm Participate in an afternoon of ecology exploration with the RTP Estuary Center! Learn how to use some of our equipment and explore our sanctuary grounds. Each session is packed with fascinating discoveries! This program is intended for families with children ages 5 and up. Each session features a unique […]
Critter Tour at White Gate Farm
White Gate Farm 83 Upper Pattagansett Road, East LymeFun for all ages: Observe (and pat) the brand new baby turkeys; Feed the lambs; Collect eggs; Feed the laying hens & roosters and learn why organic, pasture-raised eggs & poultry are so important. Climb on the tractors for photo ops. Check the ponds for frogs, turtles and snakes! Kids 4 and under are free. […]