
Events Search and Views Navigation
June 2026
Tour of Manresa Wilds! HAYVN’s Sustainability & Social Impact Series
Join us for HAYVN’s Sustainability & Social Impact series at Manresa Wilds, a transformative project turning a former industrial site into a publicly accessible waterfront park in Norwalk. Discover how this 125-acre initiative is restoring ecosystems, expanding shoreline access, and reconnecting the community to the Long Island Sound—setting a new standard for sustainable, community-driven development. This is a free event for HAYVN Members & non-members. REGISTER:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tour-of-manresa-wilds-hayvns-sustainability-social-impact-series-tickets-1986838752192?aff=oddtdtcreator&_gl=1*b8vibq*_gcl_au*MTMwMjU5MzgzOS4xNzc5MTk1NjE2*_ga*Mjc3MzA3ODc4LjE3NjM1NzYwNjE.*_ga_8VY00MFCH3*czE3NzkzNjgzNzckbzIzNSRnMSR0MTc3OTM2OTEyMyRqNjAkbDAkaDA.
Find out more »Mahjong at the Nature Center
We have something for every level of mahjong player. New to the game? Take a learn to play class (we have afternoon and evening offerings). Want to practice? Come to an open play session. All are welcome, but please register to secure a spot.
Find out more »Open Arts Studio: Architectural Drawing
Let imagination take the lead in this hands-on design adventure! Inspired by Dancing Trees, our new seating in the plaza, and our theme We All Build, children will explore how ideas become real by using fun architectural drawing tools to create their own one-of-a-kind designs. Children will sketch, experiment, and bring big ideas to life using chalk on blue paper — just like creating a real blueprint from the past. It’s a playful way to learn how architects imagine, plan,…
Find out more »After School Art Adventures May/June
For Children Ages K-5, Thursdays May 21, 28, June 4 & 11, 4-5pm Don’t wait to sign up for this popular after school art program led by local teacher “Ms Tiffany” McKay. This series we will dive into the world of Robert Rauschenberg. Rauschenberg was primarily a painter and a sculptor, but he also worked with photography, printmaking, papermaking and performance. With Mrs. McKay’s guidance, children will be able to delve into the creative process by using different materials to…
Find out more »HAYVN’SMonthly Wellness Collective Meetups
Overview Meetup w/ peers in health, wellness, coaching. "Best Practices to Show Up on Google and AI Platforms" w/ Chris Bojanovich. Cowork All Day. MONTHLY WELLNESS COLLECTIVE MEETUPS at HAYVN IN-PERSON EVENT Thursday, 6/4/26: 4:30pm-6:30pm with All Day Coworking Note: Meetings are 1st Thursday of the month/alternating daytime and evening meetups 4:30pm-5:30pm: Connect 5:30pm-6:30pm: Learn: "Best Practices to Show Up on Google and AI Platforms" with Chris Bojanovich, Brandcellence. Member spotlight to be announced. 9am-5pm: Work: Wellness Collective Coworking Day…
Find out more »Staying Put Summer Soirée
The Summer Soirée is our only annual fundraising event and a cherished tradition for members, friends, and supporters. Every dollar raised directly supports our mission to help older New Canaan residents live confidently at home while staying active, connected, and engaged in the community. Dinner and Drinks Summer Attire Encouraged
Find out more »Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Connecticut
The Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run started in 1981 as a way for law enforcement to become active in the community and to support Special Olympics by carrying the Flame of Hope throughout every state. Each year, 97,000 law enforcement officers participate in the run, passing the torch off from town to town. Friday June 5th, 2026 will be the day of New Canaan's portion of the Law Enforcement Torch Run going through New Canaan and starting at 7:00…
Find out more »Introduction to Encaustic Painting Workshop
Come discover and create using the encaustic art medium! Local Artist and instructor Carolyn Childs introduces the versatility of encaustic painting -- come explore a variety of techniques using a hot iron and encaustic wax to create unique works on multiple surfaces. Carolyn will also introduce collage elements, layering imagery and materials beneath translucent beeswax to create richly textured, luminous mixed-media pieces. Bring your curiosity and willingness to explore and enjoy this restorative, creative experience! Encaustic is an ancient method…
Find out more »HAYVN Halftime Workshop: Build your LinkedIn presence with AI, and Still Sound Like You
Figuring out what to say on LinkedIn & how to make it sound like you, using AI behind the scenes w/ Jacqueline Kurdziel, West End Consulting HAYVN HalfTime Workshop IN-PERSON EVENT at HAYVN Darien Friday, 6/5/26, 11:30am-1:30pm COST: Member: $50 (w/ discount code in members' portal) Non-Member: $75 HAYVN HalfTime Workshop Topic: #CTTechWeek Presents: Build your LinkedIn Presence with AI, and Still Sound Like You Jacqueline Kurdziel, Founder of West End Consulting You know you should be posting on LinkedIn…
Find out more »ONCE, the Musical
2012 Tony Award Winner for BEST MUSICAL - Total of 8 Tony awards of 11 Tony nominations. The touching, lyrical musical tells the story of two down-on-their-luck musicians, an angst-ridden Dublin street singer/songwriter who works as a vacuum repairman, and a Czech immigrant who sells flowers in order to support herself and her family. Songs erupt naturally from the action, helped by the fact that the cast all play a variety of instruments including fiddle, violin, guitar, cello, cajon, percussion,…
Find out more »