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Get Fun Fashion at Funky Monkey!
New to town as of May 2016, you can't help but smile when you walk in to Funky Monkey (located just off Elm Street on South Ave). Visit Funky Monkey for all your back to school needs. Bags, lunch boxes, water bottles, and more! Keep your kids stylish and smiling with...
Animal Meet and Greet
Tuesdays, Fridays & Saturdays thru August 20, 3 pm Stop by Heckscher WILD at the Stamford Nature Center! to meet one of our teaching animals and discover how they are adapted to their habitat. Animals will vary depending on the day and programs will be...
Fresh Fruit + Pretty Popsicles
Fresh Fruit + Pretty Popsicles! A perfect compliment to all your outdoor entertaining. A great way to cool off and embrace the summer! Buy your fresh ingredients at the New Canaan Farmers Market and brighten up your party with some Pretty Pops!.
Get Organized for Back-to-School
Jen Burke, owner of JKB Organizing (founded 2006), loves to share her passion and expertise in organizing to help clients “create room to breathe”. Jen will help you regain control of your schedules and time, paper, belongings and surroundings ... allowing you a...
Eric Girardi Performs!
August 11th 3:30 - 4:30 Go to the library today for an exciting performance by Eric Girardi! Master of the yoyo, devil sticks, tops and a professional juggler, Eric will be demonstrating all those skills combined with dramatic music. Don't miss it!
Storytime at the Pop Up Park
August 9th 3pm-4:30pm. Don't miss this special treat! Join Miss Marie at the Pop Up Park for summer stories, followed by FREE ice cream, generously provided by Baskin Robbins of New Canaan! For families with kids ages 4 and up, with caregivers (younger siblings are...
Watch the Olympics at the Library
Join New Canaan Library as they celebrate the XXXI Olympiad! Every weekday during Rio 2016, they'll host a public viewing of the Games' events in the Curtis Gallery. A mix of sports will be screened each day, from the popular track and field races and gymnastics...
Meet Kellee!
I was born and raised in Fairfield County and always dreamed of living in New Canaan. When I met my husband it was easy to convince him to move here. It offered everything we wanted for us and our children. We moved here three years ago, and now have two children. Our...
Giant Walk-In Whale at Maritime Aquarium
Aug. 6 - Labor Day (Sept. 5). Maritime Aquarium is celebrating the second summer of humpback whales visiting Long Island Sound with special whale-related offerings, most notably their "Giant Walk-In Whale!" Even during a whale-watch cruise, it’s hard to appreciate the...
Cool Off "Downunder"
Craving water? Check out this hidden gem in Rowayton! Located literally down under the Rowayton Market. Be as daring as you want – learn tricks, try yoga, take a fitness class, train to race! Or simply relax and paddle leisurely, take a tour, meditate, have fun with...
Grand Re-Opening – New Canaan's Pop Up Park is Back!
The Pop Up Park Committee, along with the First Selectman, town officials, local business owners and resident volunteers, is thrilled to announce the grand re-opening of the popular Pop Up Park! The Pop Up Park will be in place continually from August 5th through...
Final Weeks – Robert Rauschenberg Spread + Related Works
Come see the famed American painter and graphic artist whose early works anticipated the pop art movement debuting at the Glass House. Showing his Spreads and Related Works is a group of paintings and works on paper chosen to compliment the painting Recital...
New to town? Check out the Newcomers Club of New Canaan!
One of our town’s greatest strengths is its spirit of community and friendship. The Newcomers Club of New Canaan is dedicated to helping new residents feel welcome and at home when they move to town. The Club is one of the oldest and largest organizations of its kind...
Nantucket Cooking Parties by Julia Deane
Escaping to Nantucket for the Summer? PLAN AN UNFORGETTABLE NIGHT with Julia Deane! We all know traffic and reservations can be challenging on Nantucket so why leave your beautiful vacation home? Hire Culinary Works and we will bring the food and festivities to you....
Beat the Summer Heat! Waveny Pool & Kiwanis Passes Still Available. Plus Open August Camp Spaces!
Staying local for August? It's not too late to grab a Family Aquatics pass at the Rec. Center (Upstairs at Waveny House). $450 for the Waveny Pool and Kiwanis or just $10 for Kiwanis only! The pool is heated this year and Kiwanis now has lounge chairs. Swim lessons...
Ready, Set, Kindergarten here we GO!
Whether it's your first child going to Kindergarten, or your 5th, here are NCPS's suggested resources and activities to get them ready to GO. Math Activities and Resources Read-Aloud Suggestions Writing Suggestions
Meet Taryn!
I grew up in Northern New Jersey and lived in Manhattan for several years where I met my husband. We’ve lived in New Canaan for four years, and we have two children. Our son Hudson is almost six, and our daughter India is almost 4. When shopping for children’s...
Summer Theater and Dinner!
Summer Theater and Dinner! Gather your girlfriends and order your picnic bags. Summer Theater of New Canaan is a great way to enjoy the warm summer nights! You can also take the whole family for an afternoon weekend show. Click here for showtimes and tickets. Walter...
Keeping your Kid's Teeth Healthy. Must Read Tips from Dr. Anna
Early Infant Oral Care When Will My Baby Start Getting Teeth? Teething, the process of baby (primary) teeth coming through the gums into the mouth, is variable among individual babies. Some babies get their teeth early and some get them late. In general, the first...