Saturday Run – Westport Donut Crazy
Donut Crazy 1 Ferry Ln, WestportEvery Saturday morning Our goal is to help each other to become the best runners that we can be and to fulfill our potentials as athletes. We are a group of runners of all levels. Our paces vary from 6 min/mile to 11 min/mile. Contact us at valleyforgeclub@gmail.com for more details. Our meetup starts 15 minutes after the start time. Send us a message if you are planning to join us! We meet at Donut Crazy, where you can use the facilities to fill up water or the restroom. Please don't take up the parking spaces in front of the store, just the ones next to it. After our run, we can meet up for a great cup of coffee or captivating conversation. Either way we would love to have you join us. Please visit our meetup page for routes and more details: https://www.meetup.com/valley-forge-running-club/events/
Saturdays at the Stonington Village Farmers’ Market
Stonington Village Farmers' Market The Velvet Mill, 22 Bayview Avenue, StoningtonAbout the Farmer's Market The Stonington Farmers’ Market began in 1997 under the initiative of Geoffrey Little. The enormously popular market attracts residents from the Borough and surrounding communities who come to buy fresh, healthy, local food. In 2008 the Stonington Farmers’ Market became a year-round event, moving inside during the winter months. For more information
Wooster Square Farmer’s Market in New Haven
Wooster Square Farmer's Market Conte West/Hills Middle School, 511 Chapel St, New HavenSaturdays | 10am – 1pm Opening Day: April 6 Conte West/Hills Middle School 511 Chapel St, New Haven The Wooster Square Farmers Market has been a staple in the Wooster Square community for over 15 years. During the COVID19 global pandemic the Wooster Square market moved to the very spacious parking lot of Conte West Middle School to accommodate social distancing. This move has also allowed us to bring in more vendors! This market is our biggest and offers an incredible variety of products. You can find fresh local produce, dairy, eggs, meat, honey, and more! Vendors at our market accept credit, debit, cash and SNAP/EBT. We even double SNAP/EBT for fresh produce! For more information
Hunt Library Giant Tag Sale at The Center on Main, Falls Village
David M. Hunt Library 63 Main Street, Falls VillageSaturday and Sunday, July 13 and 14, 9am to 3pm, Free The Friends of David M. Hunt Library will host their annual Giant Tag Sale at the Center on Main on Saturday, July 13 and on Sunday, July 14, the day of the Falls Village Car & Motorcycle Show. Quality items may be donated and dropped off at the Center on Main at 103 Main Street in Falls Village on Thursday, July 11 and Friday, July 12 from noon to 6PM. Items that cannot be accepted include clothing, books, and electronics, almost anything else is welcome. Contact Gail Allyn at andreaallyn@gmail.com for more information and with questions. For more information
Long Table Farm 256 BEAVER BROOK ROAD, Lyme
The farm is bustling with life and abundant with produce. We've gotten so much planted this week and many spring projects are wrapping up. Come check out what has changed! Our Market will be open every Saturday starting April 6th, until Thanksgiving. 10AM-1PM with guest vendors weekly. For more information
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 Farm‘s Petting Zoo Plein Air Painting Food Live Music from Sue Mead & Woody (John Wood) Art Activities for kids & adults provided by PARJE (Public Art Racial Justice Education) Face Painting Pop-up Art Library Young Artist Exhibition Awards Ceremony Calling Young Artists (ages 5 – 18): Sign-up to enter the Hope Is A Thing With Feathers Show, which will be on view from June 7 – July 18, 2024. Click here for more information and to sign up. For more information
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 EXTRAVAGANZA – SATURDAY, JULY 13, 2024 PICNIC ON THE PIER & FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA $85.00
Story Time: Gabriele Davis, Peaches at Black Rock Books
Black Rock Books 3030 Fairfield Avenue, BridgeportConnecticut based author Gabriele Davis joins us to read her debut picture book, Peaches, a lyrical, multigenerational story about a young girl learning to make her family’s treasured peach cobbler recipe. All children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. This event is best suited for children aged 3-8. For more information
Connecticut Pickle Festival
Berlin Fair Grounds 430 Beckly Road, BerlinJuly 13 through July 14, 2024 What is The Connecticut Pickle Festival? The Connecticut Pickle Festival is New England's largest pickle event of the year featuring our Pickle Patch showcasing pickle samples throughout the country!!!! That’s right, unlimited pickle sampling is an option when purchasing tickets!!! For more information
75th Anniversary Berlin Fair!
Berlin Fair Grounds 430 Beckly Road, BerlinSept. 12 - 15, 2024 Since 1949, The Berlin Lions Club has operated the Berlin Fair and it has been the main event in town ever since. The fair takes place the weekend of the third Sunday in September of every year. Each year brings new and exciting entertainment and events. For more information
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 theme. Attend one or all four! Cost $ 25 per family per session or sign up for all 4 for $80 per family. Click here to learn more about each day!
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. Farm owner Pauline Lord leads the tour. In the event of rain, we will refund your money and hope you can come next time! REGISTER