Beginner’s Printmaking Workshopat Connecticut Museum of Culture and History

Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth Street, Hartford

Join us in learning the basics of linocut printmaking! In this workshop, led by folk artist Philitha Stemplys-Cowdrey, you will be guided through the whole “block print” process: from designing a pattern, transferring, carving, testing and printing your design to take home. No printmaking experience required, and people of all artistic abilities are welcome. Even […]

$30

Colonial Field Day at Westport Museum for History and Culture

Westport Museum for History and Culture 25 Avery Place, Westport

Ever wondered how to play hoop and stick? Or break flax? What about spinning yarn? Bring the whole family and see for yourself at the museum’s Colonial Field Day! Take part in activities that were commonplace in the 18th century. Speak with costumed staff and volunteers about the lives of those in the colonial era. Try your […]

Free – $5

Lyme Academy: Beyond the Figure and a Conversation with the WSJ’s Lance Esplund: A Preview Event

Lyme Academy of Fine Arts 84 Lyme Street, Old Lyme

Join us on Saturday, May 18th, for an insightful and engaging conversation with Lance Esplund, Art Critic of The Wall Street Journal, and Emily M. Weeks, Ph.D., Lyme Academy’s Principal Art Historian. This event will be followed by a special exhibition preview and reception for Beyond the Figure: A Student and Faculty Exhibition. Preview Event & Fundraiser […]

$100

Gene Parise with Christina Corcoran at Nightingale’s Acoustic Cafe

Nightingale's Acoustic Cafe 68 Lyme Street, Old Lyme

Gene Parise--also known by his solo moniker Kozmik Riffs--is a Southern RI-based lifelong musician/guitarist/singer-songwriter who’s leant his talents to various bands. He performs solo as well, sharing his original songs, and also covering some of the truly revered great folk/rock/country and Americana songwriters, but always in his own unique style. Gene was the guitarist with […]

$10

Concert: Mahler’s Symphony No. 3: Norwalk Symphony Orchestra

Norwalk Symphony Orchestra 125 East Avenue, Norwalk, CT

With Fairfield County Chorale, Fairfield County Children’s Choir and Soloists. After the resounding success of Mahler’s Symphony No. 5 in 2022, we will conclude this season with an all-the-stops-out performance of Mahler’s Symphony No. 3. This remarkable composition delves into the grandeur and intricacies of nature. It will feature a massive orchestra, a children’s choir, […]

$10 – $50

Broadway Rave: Musical Theater Dance Party‎‎ at Space Ballroom

Space Ballroom 295 Treadwell Stree, Hamden

BROADWAY RAVE Calling all Musical Theatre nerds, drama geeks, actors, actresses, theatre lovers, and more! Welcome to Broadway Rave, a Broadway Dance Party celebrating the best in show-tunes and musical theatre. Come sing along to all of your favorite broadway hits while dressed up as your favorite character. We’ll have surprise guests from some of […]

$15 – $20

Johnny A. & Eliot Lewis: Double Bill at The Bijou

Bijou Theater 275 Fairfield Avenue, Bridgeport

Special show announcement! Johnny A. and Eliot Lewis team up for a spectacular double bill May 18 at the beautiful @bijoutheatrect in Bridgeport, CT. Two world class musicians pushing the art of Live Looping to new levels. Save the date! May 18. For more information

$27 – $42

Dixie Dregs Anachronicity Tour 2024 at Ridgefield Playhouse

Ridgefield Playhouse 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield

The Dixie Dregs are a permanent fixture in American instrumental rock music. Founded by Steve Morse (guitar) and Andy West (bass) while in high school, the band grew with the addition of members Steve Davidowski (keyboard), Allen Sloan (violin), and Rod Morganstein (drums). Over their decades-long career, the rock mainstays have recorded seven studio and […]

$90

Silent Forest Walk at Connecticut College Arboretum

Connecticut College Arboretum 270 Mohegan Avenue, New London

Join us for a meditative stroll through the enchanting Connecticut College Arboretum, Caroline Black Garden, New London. This in-person event is a perfect opportunity to reconnect with nature and escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of the forest as you listen to the soothing sounds of birds […]

In the Witches Garden- a study in violets

Wethersfield Cove 533 Main Street, Wethersfield

Join me @thereplantedwitch for a intimate afternoon with like minded spirits celebrating magical violets! We will talk about the plant's attributes, learn how to deepen our connection to the plant through a tea meditation, and then follow in the traditions of women before us.... creating the plants likeness through our preferred medium. Either practicing our […]

$25

Impromptu Trumpet Recital at Stamford History Center

Stamford History Center 1508 High Ridge Road, Stamford

Did you know SHC's Executive Director Dr. Tom Zoubek is also a professional trumpet player? Join us for an impromptu recital w/ refreshments About this Event Dr. Tom Zoubek will be accompanied by a pianist in the auditorium of the historic fieldstone building at Stamford History Center playing a beautiful repertoire including Faure's Bercuse, With […]

$15