Dixwell Q-House Farmer’s Marketâ in New Haven
Q-HOUSE FARMERS MARKET 197 Dixwell Ave, New HavenWednesdays | 3pm â 6pm Opening Day: June 12 Daniel Stewart Plaza 197 Dixwell Ave Q House and CitySeed are excited to be collaborating to bring a Farmers Market to the Daniel Stewart Plaza at Q House this summer! This market will look much like CitySeeds other markets, offering fresh locally grown and produced foods, live music, and activities. Stay tuned for more info. The Q House is a bustling community center that provides resources, opportunities, and a safe and fun gathering space for folks of all ages and backgrounds. Learn more about the Dixwell Q House here. Vendors at our market accept credit, debit, cash and SNAP/EBT. We even double SNAP/EBT for fresh produce. For more information
Summer Nights at Stone Acres Farm
Stone Acres Farm 393 North Main Street, StoningtonJune 19 - August 31 Summer Nights Schedule: Wednesdays - Fridays, with occasional Saturday availability. Dine under the stars at the historic Stone Acres Farm. Explore the formal gardens and sprawling grounds and enjoy a multi course dinner curated by our 85th Day Culinary Team. Enjoy the bounty of the season featuring locally sourced vegetables, fish, pasture raised meats and artisan baked goods and cheeses. A boutique wine list, craft cocktails and local beer will be available. $78 per guest. Beverages, tax, & gratuity not included in ticket price. Reserved seatings beginning at 5PM. For more information
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 Havenâs 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, cult favorites, family films for all ages, and more. June 12Â -Â The Parent Trap June 19Â -Â Selma June 26Â -Â Pride and Prejudice July 3Â - NO MOVIE July 10Â - Mama Mia July 17Â - Peanut Butter Falcon July 24Â - Jaws July 31 - Galaxy Quest Family films will be shown on Select Sundays: June 9 - Shrek June 23 - The Incredibles July 21 - Monsters Inc. August 4 - The Lego Movie August 18 - The Secret Life of Pets For more information
Clinton Art Society 75th Anniversary with Summer Juried Exhibition
Andrews Memorial Hall 54 Main Street, ClintonJune 27- July 24, 2024 The show is open for viewing during regular town hall hours Monday through Friday, plus extended weekend hours on Saturday, July 20 from 1pm to 4pm and Sunday, July 14 from 2pm to 4pm. Our mission is to bring together a community of artists and art lovers on the shoreline of Connecticut and beyond, to create opportunities to show our art, to provide educational and skill enhancing workshops, and to provide a forum for the community at large to engage with the visual arts. For more information
Pups and Pints on the Plaza Hartford
Connecticut Science Center 250 Columbus Blvd., Hartfordđ GET READY FOR A HOWLING GOOD TIME â ONLY $5 ADMISSION Calling all dog lovers! Fetch your furry friend and join us at the Connecticut Science Center for Pups & Pints on the Plaza â where tails will be wagging, and spirits will be high! This bark-tastic summer event is your golden opportunity to bond with your canine companion and mingle with fellow dog enthusiasts. Get ready for a howling good time with ice-cold brews from local area breweries, delectable treats, live music, and paws-itively awesome vendors catering to your four-legged pals. Youâll be greeted by a party atmosphere that will get your tail wagging from the moment you arrive. This event is open to pups of all ages, but you must be at least 21 years old and have proper ID to lap up the libations. Remember, all furry friends must stay leashed throughout the event. For more information
Twilight Concert at the Pardee-Morris House: Locomotion
Pardee-Morris House 325 Lighthouse Road, New HavenThe 2024 Twilight Concert Series will kick off with a power-house blend of classic Motown hits, funk, and rock by Locomotion on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at 6:30 p.m., (rain date, Thursday, June 27, 2024). Grounds open for picnicking at 5:30 p.m. The 2024 season has been expanded to include five concerts with two sets each. For 30 years, Locomotion has played countless events across all of Connecticut, with numerous shows in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and New York. For more information
Blippi The Wonderful World Tour: Children’s Musical at The Garde
Garde Arts Center 325 State Street, New LondonBlippi is coming to New London for the ultimate curiosity adventure in Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour! So, come on! Dance, sing, and learn with Blippi and special guest Meekah as they discover what makes different cities unique and special. Will there be monster trucks, excavators, and garbage trucks galore? You bet! So get ready to shake those wiggles out and OJ Twist your way through this brand-new musical party! For more information
Tri-State Dance Fest 2024! Stamford Hilton
Hilton Stamford Hotel & Executive Meeting Center 1 First Stamford Place, StamfordJune 27 - June 30, 2024 The Tri-State Dance Festival is the annual summer event where dancers of all levels come to experience the best of the New York Salsa, Bachata, and Hustle Dance scenes. Located just outside Manhattan, each year Tri-State boasts and incredible line up of performers, instructors, and social dancers from the New York area and beyond. Itâs also home to the prestigious Tri- State Dance Championship, a two-day competitive event with almost 200 categories, and an entire segment for young dancers and emerging talent. Building upon the legacy Lou Lopez left during his 15 years of running the CT Salsa Festival, Tri-State prides itself on creating an environment that feels truly welcoming and inclusive. Whether this is your very first dance congress experience, or your 100th, here you will feel part of our community because you are. With inspiring performances and master workshops, themed nightly dance parties, and an iconic Saturday Night After Party, Tri-State Dance Fest truly has something for everyone. Come discover the magic of dance during an unforgettable weekend experience. For more information
2024 Rose Arts Festival in Norwich
Chelsea Parade PArk 2 Chelsea Parade, NorwichJune 28-29, 2024 In 2017, the Rose Arts Festival was resurrected, inspired by the festivalâs passionate history, along with the belief that creativity can invigorate and empower a community.Rose Arts is a call to the community to celebrate yesterday, today and tomorrow. Rose Arts is a movement using interaction, community involvement, emerging music, and public art to motivate. There are endless ways to spend your day! Find your fun!You can simply attend, OR attend and vend, OR attend, vend and compete, OR compete and eat...OR....race, compete, eat, and greet! OR...you get it. Just be here in your favorite way.  For more information
Guilford Center Scavenger Hunt: Guilford Giggles & Galore Hunt
Let's Roam has scavenger hunts in towns all over the country. They are self-guided walking games for people who enjoy solving puzzles. Let's Roam This event can happen whenever you would like it to! Welcome to the Guilford Center, Connecticut, scavenger hunt! Get ready for an exciting adventure through this charming and historic neighborhood. This is not your average sightseeing tour; you'll be searching high and low for hidden gems and solving clues along the way. As you explore the streets, you'll discover some of the oldest homes in Connecticut, beautiful architecture, and stunning views of the Long Island Sound. The town center is bustling with local shops, delicious restaurants, and a rich history that dates back to colonial times. But don't worryâyou won't need a history book to enjoy this scavenger hunt! Our clever clues will guide you through each location without giving away too much information. So grab your friends or family members and join us for a day of fun and adventure in Guilford Center! Buy your tickets now and embark on a treasure hunt like no other. Who knows what secrets you'll uncover? Hint: Keep an eye out for the Comfort Starr House, the Acadian House. For more information Let's Roam has scavenger hunts in towns all over the country
32nd Annual WoodenBoat Show at Mystic Seaport
Mystic Seaport 75 Greenmanville Ave, MysticJune 28â30, 2024 The WoodenBoat Show, hosted in a partnership with WoodenBoat Publications, offers something for all wooden boat enthusiasts and maritime history buffs. More than 100 traditional and classic wooden boats of every type will be on display, from handcrafted kayaks to mahogany runabouts, and classic daysailers to schooners. One-day tickets and three-day passes are available. Museum Members attend for free. Parking is free. For more information
Old State House: Farmers Market: Tuesdays and Fridays
Connecticutâs Old State House 800 Main St, HartfordEVERY TUESDAY AND FRIDAY | JUNE 21 â OCTOBER 11, 2024 | 10AM â 2PM Come visit and shop local at our annual Farmers Market, one of the original open air markets in Connecticut! Our goal is to offer a variety of products from as many farmers and artisan vendors as possible. We are committed to offering a vibrant marketplace in downtown Hartford where local farmers and artisans can enjoy coming together with the community to share the best of what Connecticut has to offer. Connecticutâs Old State House Farmers Market runs from the first day of summer through mid-fall, ensuring that our patrons enjoy the ultimate seasonal variety for many months of the year! For more information