Come and see why the Elephant’s Trunk Flea Market is the Largest Weekly Flea Market in New England.  We’re open every Sunday, April into December, pending weather and field conditions.  It’s best to follow our weekly Facebook Posts for updates and announcements.  Don’t miss out on the action……the Trunk has something for everyone.  If you’re […]

Poet Laureate Ira Joe Fisher, is holding a workshop twice a month on first and third Sundays, 1:30 to 3:30. Please register for either Group A (first Sunday) or Group B (third Sunday), but not both. Each poet should arrive with one poem in hand for that day. It will be read and discussed with […]

Week of July 8 - Week of August 12 Welcome to the 2024 Summer Teen Art Labs! Designed to provide a dedicated arts program for teens, Five Points Arts is offering four workshops in Photography, Ceramics, Painting & Drawing, and Printmaking. This program will focus on developing skills in a variety of disciplines with a focus on creative […]

Here at Roller Magic we bring the love of roller skating to life! With magic in the air, young and old fly free. Come by and skate the day away! Daily Events schedule ​ ​

 July 9 - August 29, 2024 Our Summer on the Farm program brings children ages 5-10 to Stone Acres Farm where Yellow Farmhouse educators help them pick, taste, and cook fresh produce.Over the course of eight summer weeks, we visit the laying hens, measure the temperature of the compost piles, inspect milkweed for monarch caterpillars, dissect […]

Blackout Poetry is a type of found poetry in which an artist uses a pre-existing text to create something entirely new. Blackout Poems vary greatly in length, tone, and content. This discipline is great for those who love word puzzles! In this workshop led by Paul Orsino, participants will receive an introduction to the process […]

"With a dinosaur era camper, garb, video equipment and plenty of charm, the brilliance behind All Gas No Brakes’ Andrew Callaghan‘s gonzo styled of journalism is his ability to be appear transparent anthesis of being a fly on the wall but nonetheless, be a trojan horse of sorts – anthropologically giving insight into all sorts […]

Join Metro Art commissioned artist Ken Gonzales-Day and LACMA curators Eve Schillo, Associate Curator of the Wallis Annenberg Photography Department, and Rita Gonzalez, Terri and Michael Smooke Curator and Department Head of Contemporary Art, as they delve into Gonzales-Day's latest artwork, Urban Excavation: Ancestors, Avatars, Bodhisattvas, Buddhas, Sages, Spirits, Symbols, and Other Objects. Inspired by the […]

Most 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, […]

July 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 […]

Summer workshop days for elementary and middle school teachers that provide experiences for teachers through exploration of forests, shorelines and more. Lesson plans, resources and materials are provided to allow you to recharge and spark ideas for next year. The camp is free, and you are welcome to bring your children with you or adults […]

Wednesdays | 3pm – 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, […]

Eric Mintel Quartet Returns to Hill-Stead! The renowned quartet will pay tribute to Dave Brubeck and more, featuring Eric Mintel on the piano, Nelson Hill on the sax, Dave Mohn on the drums and Jack Hegyi on the bass. More information about the evening’s programming will be available closer to the date of the event. […]

The Ridgefield Historical Society and the Library present Hiking Ruins Southern New England: A Guide to 40 Sites in Connecticut, Massachusetts and Rhode Island by Dr. Nick Bellantoni, Emeritus CT State Archaeologist, a guide to hiking archaeological sites in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. Many people have no idea that there are archaeological sites in the area, […]

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, […]

Thursday, 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 […]

​JULY 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 

JOIN US FOR A 2-HOUR SUNSET CRUISE aboard the beautifully restored Sabino Steamboat WITH FOOD FROM JAMES BEARD AWARD FINALIST, CHEF DAVID STANDRIDGE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE REAL MCCOY RUM & WINES FROM UNGRAFTED SELECTIONS. ENJOY CULINARY DELIGHTS LIKE SUSTAINABLY SOURCED NEW ENGLAND POKE BOWL, SUSHI HAND ROLLS & CRAFT COCKTAILS FROM THE OPEN BAR AS […]

Summer 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 […]

With bear populations on the rise and encounters with humans increasing, wildlife expert Paul Colburn will join us to provide a history of black bears in Connecticut, an overview of their habitat, diet, behavior, reproduction, and current research efforts. Paul will also provide practical recommendations for optimum coexistence with our black bear population. Black bear […]

What are you reading? Bring your own book! Join us to chat about what we're loving, what we're not, and what's new in Young Adult lit. Advance Reader Copies (ARCs,) bookish prizes, and snacks provided. Registration is required as space is limited. For more information

Kojo Melché Roney Quartet, featuring Antoine Roney Bring a lawn chair and a picnic dinner while you enjoy music and an artist’s exhibition in the lovely setting of the Butler-McCook House & Garden.   Plus, be sure to stay for a free tour of the house’s first floor! Audio tours are available via the IZI. […]

Embark on an unparalleled musical odyssey with The Wailers live on the UNITED stage as they commemorate the 40th anniversary of Bob Marley and The Wailers iconic album “Legend” and honor the rich legacy of Bob Marley. Under the visionary leadership of Aston Barrett Jr., The Wailers are not merely preserving the classic sound that […]

Mdou Moctar will be coming to the KNICK on October 4th in celebration of their new album ‘Funeral For Justice’, out now on Matador Records. Learn more about Mdou Moctar and hear their music at: https://www.mdoumoctar.com/ For more information Show: 8p | Doors: 7p

Friday, July 12, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, July 13, 8 a.m.-noon Every year, on a weekend in early July, the Ladies Benevolent Society (LBS) holds its White Elephant Sale (WES) on the grounds of the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme. This is a huge fund raiser that grows in size every year, allowing the […]

EVERY TUESDAY AND FRIDAY | JUNE 21 – OCTOBER 11, 2024 | 10AM – 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 […]

We all know blueberries are sweet and delicious, but did you know they are incredibly healthy, nutritious, and considered a superfood? Come pick some and enjoy your delicious (and healthy!) berry bounty! Hours: Saturday-Sunday 8 a.m.-noon and 3:30-7:20 p.m. Monday-Friday; 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. For more information or call 860-623-0409

July 12-16, 2024 One of New England's biggest and best book sales returns to Newtown's Reed Intermediate School in July!  Shop our unmatched selection of  books,  games, jigsaw puzzles, CDs, DVDs, and classic vinyl. Our knowledgeable volunteers will help you find what you want! For more information

Friday, 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, […]

Take in the evening summer vibes with the return of Party on the Sun Patio during Hot Summer Fun. This 14-week outdoor concert series features a fully renovated Patio and Bar* where you can get refreshing beverage specials while dancing to the beats of your favorite tribute bands! Plus, grab some food at various food […]

July 12-28 “Try to Remember” a time when this romantic charmer by Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt wasn’t enchanting audiences. The Fantasticks is the longest-running musical in the world and with good reason: at the heart of its breathtaking poetry and subtle theatrical sophistication is a purity and simplicity that transcends barriers. The result is a […]

JOIN US FOR THE BEST MUSIC FESTIVAL OF THE YEAR, CATSTOCK! Come to Best Video July 12th, 7 - 9:30 pm to enjoy live music, raffle baskets, fun, and friends at the Catstock concert. This is a concert benefitting the Greater New Haven Cat Project. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased in advance at […]

July 12 - August 4, 2024 Winner of five Tony Awards, including Best Book and Best Original Score, The Drowsy Chaperone is a loving send-up of the Golden Age musical, featuring one show-stopping song and dance number after another. With the houselights down, a man in a chair appears on stage and puts on his […]

Ives, like the other composers on this program, used the folk music of his local region in his compositions. You’ll hear Ives’ use of the hymn in his fourth violin sonata, Boccherini’s use of Spanish folk songs, Bartók’s use of Hungarian folk tunes, and Brahms’s use of Romani music. LUIGI BOCCHERINI    Musica notturna delle strade […]

He started playing piano at the age of 5 and within two years had begun parallel arcs of formal training in both classical and jazz piano, starting with jazz pianist/arranger allen farnham and juilliard classical alum steve masi. caelan’s consistent musical growth enabled him to secure mentorships with some of the most sought after luminaries in the jazz […]

Every 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 […]

Saturdays | 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 […]

Saturday 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 […]

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

July 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 […]

From 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 […]

July 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

Connecticut 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

The Downtown Mystic Merchants and Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce in partnership with NORTH SWELL present DUNKIN FloatSwella 2024 A pop-up paddle-craft only rally on the Mystic River.   When: July 13th, 2024 1 PM to 4 PM (Rain Date: July 14th) Where: Alongside the West Side of the Mystic River, North of the Historic Bascule Bridge Launch Points I95 […]

July 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 […]

Fun 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. […]

Peter Albano, Real Art Ways' Visual Arts Manager, curator, and multidisciplinary artist, will be showing a body of work inspired by his exploration of quilting techniques and textiles, relationship with maternal figures and family practices, and notions of masculinity through a social, personal, pseudo-historical, and semi-satirical lens. Some works are more traditionally made, using hand […]

SATURDAY, JULY 13 | 7:15PM WEDNESDAY, JULY 17 | 7:15PM FRIDAY, JULY 19 | 7:15PM Rose Barn Theater BOOK & LYRICS BY TASHA GORDON-SOLMONMUSIC BY FAYE CHIAO When a thirty-something actress is suddenly aged out of the industry, she undergoes a wildly unconventional spa procedure to get her old life back. It sets her on a whole new […]

Aoife O’Donovan and Hawktail join together for a night of joyous music. Hawktail opens the evening with their signature songs and cosmopolitan sound. Aoife O’Donovan will then take the stage with Hawktail as her band, performing songs from the Grammy-award winning musician’s 4th studio album All My Friends (out March 22, 2024). O’Donovan continues to […]

FRANZ JOSEF HAYDN   String Quartet in b minor, Op. 33, No. 1 DMITRI SHOSTAKOVICH   String Quartet No. 8 in c minor, Op. 110 LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN   String Quartet No. 6 in B-flat Major, Op. 18 Brentano Quartet For more information

Jazz pianist and composer Noah Baerman’s tenacity and his cutting edge yet soulful music have made him an inspiring figure to a growing legion of admirers. Over ten years after nearly walking away from the piano due to his struggles with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), an incurable connective tissue disorder with which he was born, Noah […]