Happy Birthday Connecticut’s Old State House
Connecticut’s Old State House 800 Main St, HartfordJoin us in celebrating Connecticut’s Old State House’s 228th birthday on Saturday, May 18th from 12:00 – 4:00 pm. This free event will feature a Spring Craft Market, activities for kids, and cake made by 2023 Election Cake Bake-Off winner Amy Hodder of Amy Cakes in Wallingford. Enjoy an outdoor concert with Jake Kulak and […]
Beginner’s Printmaking Workshopat Connecticut Museum of Culture and History
Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth Street, HartfordJoin 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 […]
Colonial Field Day at Westport Museum for History and Culture
Westport Museum for History and Culture 25 Avery Place, WestportEver 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 […]
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 LymeJoin 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 […]
Gene Parise with Christina Corcoran at Nightingale’s Acoustic Cafe
Nightingale's Acoustic Cafe 68 Lyme Street, Old LymeGene 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 […]
Concert: Mahler’s Symphony No. 3: Norwalk Symphony Orchestra
Norwalk Symphony Orchestra 125 East Avenue, Norwalk, CTWith 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, […]
Neil Young & Crazy Horse at Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater
Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater 500 Broad Street, Bridgeport"Singer/songwriter Neil Young is sometimes visionary, sometimes flaky, sometimes both at once, but he has never been boring." —Andy Greene For more information
Broadway Rave: Musical Theater Dance Party at Space Ballroom
Space Ballroom 295 Treadwell Stree, HamdenBROADWAY 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 […]
Johnny A. & Eliot Lewis: Double Bill at The Bijou
Bijou Theater 275 Fairfield Avenue, BridgeportSpecial 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
Dixie Dregs Anachronicity Tour 2024 at Ridgefield Playhouse
Ridgefield Playhouse 80 East Ridge, RidgefieldThe 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 […]
Lyme Academy of Fine Arts: Beyond the Figure
Lyme Academy of Fine Arts 84 Lyme Street, Old LymeMay 19, 2024 – September 1, 2024 The Lyme Academy of Fine Arts is pleased to announce the public opening on May 19, 2024 of Beyond the Figure: A Student and Faculty Exhibition. The exhibition at the Academy’s Chauncey-Stillman Gallery will be accompanied by a variety of public programming, beginning with a ticketed preview event & fundraiser […]
Annual Boothe Memorial Park Antique & Classic Car Show
Boothe Memorial Park 5800 Main St, StratfordBeautiful Park setting car show presented by the Port 5 Naval Veterans of Bridgeport, CT. This is an Official Connecticut Cruise News Ring Event with 10 Rings to be awarded as well as many Special Awards and Field Trophies. Proceeds benefit many veteran and community charities. A short list is: Fidelco Guide Dogs, Homes for […]