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October 2025
HAYVN’S Visions of Healing Workshop at Creative Cafe: Creative Words & Healing Heart
ABOUT CREATIVE CAFE Welcome to Creative Cafe, at HAYVN for those seeking a break from work or a productive way to unwind after the day. Here, you can delve into creative play and self-expression through visual arts, writing, or any medium you prefer. While creativity is often linked with the arts, it's also crucial for entrepreneurial thinking and innovation. Our cafe encourages a collaborative atmosphere where ideas are shared freely and projects can blossom through teamwork. Whether you drop in…
Find out more »NCLT Annual Meeting and Presentation by Jim Levitt
Join New Canaan Land Trust at 5:30pm at New Canaan Library for our Annual Meeting as we reflect on a year of accomplishments and share updates on our ongoing work. Light refreshments will be served. We’re honored to welcome Jim Levitt, a nationally recognized leader in land conservation and conservation finance, whose presentation will begin at 6:30 PM. Drawing from his work with Harvard Forest and the Lincoln Institute of Land Policy, Jim will share forward-thinking strategies for protecting the…
Find out more »HAYVN’S Entrepreneurial Women’s Collective (EWC) Dinner: Become What Intimidates You
Entrepreneurial Women’s Collective (EWC) Dinner Event IN-PERSON EVENT at HAYVN DARIEN Thursday, 10/23/25, 5:30pm-7:30pm Connect with smart, supportive entrepreneurial women, learn new things, build relationships, and have fun. Please join us for this exciting dinner event. Admission includes dinner. HAYVN Members w/ Discount Code* – $25 Early Bird (ends one week prior to event) HAYVN Members w/ Discount Code* – $35 (one week leading up to event) Non-HAYVN Members – $50 NOTE: Early bird ticket sales end one week before…
Find out more »10th Anniversary Celebration — 10 Years of Purpose & Power
On Thursday, October 23rd the Women’s Networking Group of Fairfield County (WNG) and Sama Yoga Center will host an elegant evening celebrating a decade of cultivating strong, supportive communities. This milestone gathering, 10th Anniversary Celebration — 10 Years of Purpose & Power, will bring together accomplished women, local leaders, and community change-makers for a night of connection, inspiration, and celebration. Guests can expect: -Elevated cocktails and curated conversations -Guest giveaways and celebration surprises -A Glow-Up Bar featuring natural botanical skincare…
Find out more »Wicks, Wax and Wine
Join Karry Wilson at the New Canaan Nature Center for an engaging candle-making workshop. You will be led through a step-by-step process to craft a stunning custom candle that captures the wonderful scents of fall. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced candle maker, this workshop aims to unlock your creativity while exploring the therapeutic advantages of using organic vegan waxes and non-toxic fragrance oils free from phthalates and harmful chemicals. Bring a friend, relax, and enjoy a glass of…
Find out more »Chamber head describes its role supporting town’s economic development
Laura Budd, executive director of New Canaan’s Chamber of Commerce, will describe how the organization carries out its multiple roles advocating for the town’s businesses and serving as a liaison linking them with local nonprofits, the municipality and residents in remarks Friday, October. 24, at the New Canaan Men’s Club’s meeting in Morrill Hall at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church. Budd, who began at the chamber in 2012 as a marketing associate, was named its executive director in 2020. Prior to…
Find out more »Last Saturday on the Trail – History of Grupes House and Bird Release
Join Grupes House Historian Chris Schipper for an engaging look at the history of this New Canaan landmark and a guided tour of the New Canaan Land Trust headquarters at 1124 Valley Road. Explore the historic house, enjoy the newly planted pollinator garden, and don’t miss a special moment at 10:30 a.m., when Wildlife in Crisis will release a rehabilitated bird back into the wild. Following the tour, guests are invited to visit the new John Williams Zen Garden and…
Find out more »Autumn Stroll
Notice nature as seasons change with a guided fall walk among the trees at Grace Farms. Through guided walks, connect with the purpose of the ecosystems we inhabit, the vibrant life that’s a part of it, and our role in maintaining and adding to it.
Find out more »American Modern Opera Company
The Glass House invites you to the second annual Concert in a Landmark — an immersive evening of contemporary music set within one of our region’s architectural treasures. This fall, we gather for a performance by renowned pianist Matthew Aucoin and tenor Paul Appleby of AMOC* (American Modern Opera Company) in the remarkable sanctuary of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Westport, Connecticut, a 1965 masterwork by architect Victor Lundy (1923–2024). Appleby and Aucoin will perform works by John Adams, Aucoin,…
Find out more »Christopher S. Sellers Art Show at The Agency
The Table & Gallery proudly debuts the work of Christopher S. Sellers, an artist whose lens captures the raw, quiet intimacy of urban life. With over two decades behind the camera, Sellers’ photography transforms fleeting city moments into timeless narratives—while shining a light on the vital conversation around mental health. Sellers kicks off his U.S. tour in New York City with Sydney Streets, a solo exhibition debuting during Fashion Week Brooklyn S2 2025 “Concept to Runway,” produced by Rick Davy…
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