Around Town
Tips for the Perfect Christmas Tree from Stew Leonard's
Now that Thanksgiving has passed, it is officially officially time to start planning the holidays! Stew Leonard’s receives daily shipments of fresh, hand-sheared Christmas trees from family owned tree plantations found just 25 miles north of the U.S. border in the...
December Happenings @ Stepping Stones Museum for Children! Santa Visits, Elf Workshops and MORE!
Programs subject to change. Space may be limited. First-come, first-serve.
Friends of Mead Park, Please Show Your Support!
Friends of Mead Park Playground encourages a space that empowers children to have meaningful and accessible play, regardless of ability. There will be an access ramp and special play equipment that accommodates mobility devices. Also, we will say goodbye...
Gingerbread House Tour Seeks Young Builders
New Canaan Chamber to Kick off Holiday Stroll Local children and children’s organizations are invited to pick up free kits with which to craft gingerbread houses, which will be displayed in the windows of local stores for the launch of the annual Holiday Stroll on...
New Canaan Ballerinas Star in Area’s Largest & Longest-Running Nutcracker
Tickets On Sale Now for 32nd Annual Production, Featuring a Live Orchestra New England Academy of Dance production of The Nutcracker Ballet has become a holiday tradition in Fairfield County. Three full-length performances of the beloved Nutcracker will be danced on...
Our Favorite Ski Getaways
It is time to start planning ski weekends and local day trips to mountains that are within driving distance. Here’s a list of some of our favorites that have proven to be great family mountains. Ski Rentals Don’t forget to go early to get your kids ski rentals....
New Winter Programs at the New Canaan YMCA!
Complete Your Look With Cashmere at "The Cashmere Sale" (Darien)
This pop up store is too good to be true, but hold on, it gets even better… it’s right next door! From now through Dec. 22nd you can shop for the latest trends at irresistible prices right in Darien.
2017/2018 Preschool Open Houses & Tours
It's time to start thinking about Fall 2018 for your little one! Here is an at-a-glance list of all the incredible New Canaan options in alphabetical order. Click on photos to view website or click here to download the information booklet compiled by New Canaan Early...
Spooky Treats and Ideas for Your Pre-Trick-or-Treating PARTY!
Hosting a pre-trick-or-treating party or going to one? Check out these easy and creative ideas from Pinterest. A lot of times, things look easy and they're NOT. I promise these are all very doable and you can always improvise! Some may take a little longer, but if...
Person-to-Person Annual Coat Drive Is Underway!
You Can Help Families in Need by Donating Winter Outerwear Residents of Norwalk and surrounding communities are being asked to drop off clean, new or gently-used winter coats and jackets now through November 3 at Person-to-Person in Norwalk (76 South Main Street)...
Tamburlini Leading Neighborhood Gem Through Dramatic Renovations
In honor of its 10-year anniversary in business, Chef Luis Restaurant, located in the heart of New Canaan at 129 Elm Street, is starting a new chapter in its history in the community. The restaurant is currently undergoing dramatic renovations, with industry veteran...