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Winter Classes for Kids @ Carriage Barn Arts Center
Calling all kids ages 9-13 who love to create, be imaginative and want to develop their artistic abilities. Come get messy and experience the joy of art!
Save the Date for the OPUS FOR PERSON-TO-PERSON Spring Masquerade Ball
OPUS for Person-to-Person announced today that its annual spring fundraiser will be held on Saturday, April 21, 2018 at the Country Club of Darien. This year’s event, the Masquerade Ball, will invite guests to step into a night of mystery and intrigue at this black and white formal affair while supporting Darien-based Person-to-Person (P2P).
Shakespeare on the Sound Gala: A Mid-Winter Night's Dream
Shakespeare on the Sound is committed to producing affordable, professional open-air productions of the plays of William Shakespeare and related authors in Fairfield County. Working in collaboration with area civic, business and educational institutions,...
Baldanza Departure from the Bedford Post Inn
Sandy and Angela Baldanza, have made the difficult decision to leave the Bedford Post Inn - a charming Relais & Chateaux property in Bedford, New York after a labor of love turned sour. Last April 2017, the Baldanza’s went into an equal...
NCD Camp Guide 2018!
COMING SOON!
Meet Jenn!
Where are you from originally? Eastchester, New York What made you choose New Canaan over other towns in the area? How long have you lived in New Canaan? We chose to live in New Canaan because we loved all that the town had to offer for growing families. We...
Distinguished Leaders Series with Jenna Bush Hager @ Sacred Heart University
January 24, 2018 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Correspondent on NBC's today show, contributor to NBC nightly news, editor at large for Southern Living Magazine and daughter of 43rd U.S. President George W. Bush and First Lady Laura Bush. Pre-signed copies of Hager's...
New Canaan Cares parenting programs this week @ NC Library & NC YMCA
January 23, 2018 10:00 am – 11:00 am School Readiness @ NC Library New Canaan Library in partnership with New Canaan CARES presents the parenting series Parenting Your Preschooler Through the Wonder Years. This month’s topic is getting your child ready for...
Otherwise Known as Sheila the Great @ The Ridgefield Playhouse
January 27, 2018 shows at 11:00 am & 2:00 pm Tickets $15 Being a 10-year-old kid is kind of a pain. Having an older sister is really a pain. Being afraid of everything is… well, just plain painful! Sheila Tubman, otherwise known as Sheila the Great,...
Exciting Squash News at Chelsea Piers
Chelsea Piers Connecticut is pleased to welcome John Musto as its new Director of Squash. A former Captain of the Yale Squash team, Musto was a four-time 1st team All-American playing #1 for the two-time National Champions. Musto...
Graceful Transitions Workshop for Moms @ YMCA Darien (Sells Out Quickly, Be Sure to Register!)
January 20, 2018 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Are you entering a crossroads where your current role as a mom is changing? Perhaps your children are all in school now? Or they are heading off to college? And you’re wondering “what’s next for me?” Come begin to figure...
Underwater Bubble Show & Cardboard Explosion @ The Stamford Palace
January 13, 2018 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm This is a story about each and everyone’s life. We all know life can be gray or colorful. Don’t worry this time it is going to be very colorful! After another long day, as always filled with things to do, meetings, deadlines to be...
Grace Community Church Hosts Second Tim Tebow “Night to Shine”.
For Young Men and Women with Special Needs and their Peers The Tim Tebow Foundation has once again selected Grace Community Church in New Canaan, collaborating with STAR, Inc., Lighting the Way, to be one of over 550 locations in...
January Drop Ins with Songs for Seeds!
Upcoming Songs for Seeds Concert (All Ages, Caregivers welcome) Songs for Seeds is a kiddie rock band featuring interactive performances that appeal to all ages. Performances include original songs and covers of top 40 hits from various decades that will...
PJ Party with Elephant and Piggie at Stepping Stones on Jan. 13!
What’s the perfect remedy for cabin fever? A PJ party at Stepping Stones! Have the kids throw on some cozy pajamas and head over to Stepping Stones Museum for Children in Norwalk for a Storybook Pajama Party on Saturday, January 13th from 4 to 8 pm. The whole family...
Meet Dr. Beth Rosenberg!
Dr. Beth Rosenberg is a pediatrician and a mom, who lives in Darien with her husband, Daniel, and their 3 year old daughter, Lily. Born and raised in South Florida, Dr. Rosenberg received an undergraduate degree from Duke University and a Master’s degree from the...
New Canaan Public Schools: Transition to Kindergarten for All Incoming Parents (East, West & South)
New Canaan Public Schools and New Canaan CARES and the Preschool Directors Association jointly invite you to come for a presentation and conversation about preparation for kindergarten, including social, emotional, and developmental milestones. Bring your...
There’s Snow Place Like Home: Your Guide to Family Fun During a Snowy Day
video credit: IN Greenwich Yay, it’s a snow day!” said no mom ever. The kids are overjoyed but all you can think about is how stir crazy everyone is going to be by noon. We empathize and we’re here to offer some fun ideas to keep the kids happily...
Get Ready! New Canaan CARES Cake Baking Contest. Register to Save Your Spot!
February 3, 2018 2-4pm HALO Studios (45 Grove Street, New Canaan) Don't miss out on some great family fun! Spots were SOLD OUT in 2017, so register early. The New Canaan CARES Cake Baking Contest is coming up on February 3, 2018. Enter your...
Disney on Ice at the Webster Bank Arena
January 4th - January 7th Discover the full story of Disney's Frozen like never before as Disney On Ice presents Frozen! Dazzling ice skating, special effects and unforgettable music will magically transport you to wintry Arendelle. Be a part of Anna's...