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October 2026
Art and Architecture Tour
Join Chelsea Thatcher, Grace Farms Chief Strategic Officer and Founding Creative Director for a special art and architecture tour inviting you to take a closer look at the curated indoor and outdoor artworks at Grace Farms by Beatriz Milhazes, Alicja Kwade, Teresita Fernández, Thomas Demand, James Florio, Kazuyo Sejima & Associates, and more. Meander through the River building, Barns, and North Field, and take in 360–degree views of the surrounding landscapes while exploring the building’s sustainable design, curated interiors, and…
Find out more »Founders Architecture Talk: Creative Visions Inspired by the Landscape
This ‘Archtober’, four founders — Francine Houben (Mecanoo), Dorte Mandrup (Dorte Mandrup Arkitekter), Sharon Prince (Grace Farms, Grace Farms Tea & Coffee), and Julia Gamolina (Madame Architect) share dynamic perspectives to inspire greater connection with our irreplaceable planet and people through architecture. Moderated by Julia Gamolina, Editor-in-Chief at Madame Architect, the panel will explore visual examples of materiality, sustainability, and the diverse beauty of our global landscape, set at peak fall foliage at Grace Farms. Hear Dorte Mandrup describe the…
Find out more »New Canaan Land Trust’s Story BOOk Walk with Miss Dajana
Join the New Canaan Land Trust and Miss Dajana for an afternoon in nature to celebrate Halloween and this beautiful time of the year. We’ll start with a short Halloween-themed nature walk and scavenger hunt then make our way to the Council Ring at Still Pond Preserve. There, Children’s Librarian Miss Dajana will read a Halloween story and lead a sing-along. Costumes are encouraged! Appropriate for ages 2 and up. Please register once for your whole family – we are…
Find out more »New Canaan Land Trust at the Library: Saving the Beech Forest
The program highlights the treatments and forest management strategies being explored at Colhoun Preserve, what Beech Leaf Disease could mean for the future of our forests, and how these strategies can be applied to help manage beech trees and woodlands on your own property. Join Chris Rizzo and Dr. Cameron McIntire to learn why American beech trees are so important to our forests, how Beech Leaf Disease is affecting them, and what can be done about it. Chris, a Yale…
Find out more »New Canaan Thrift Store Pop-Up Sip and Shop at The Inn at Waveny
A RELAXED EVENING OF SHOPPING AND SOCIALIZING at The Inn. Enjoy light refreshments, live music, and a curated selection of clothing, accessories, and unique treasures from the New Canaan Thrift Store. Shop for a good cause by giving quality items a second life and supporting Waveny's charitable care program. WINE • LIGHT BITES • LIVE MUSIC • GREAT FINDS • COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS The Inn at Waveny, 73 Oenoke Ridge Road. New Canaan
Find out more »Racks & Cracks For a Cure
Calling all Mahjong players! Project Pink, in partnership with Gold Coast Mahjong Club and Roger Sherman Inn, is hosting our second annual Shop & Mahjong night, Racks & Cracks For A Cure, on October 27th at the Roger Sherman Inn. Come for the shopping, stay for the jokers, and support breast cancer research—a fun night of community and giving back.
Find out more »ECCO Parenting Series: Understanding Developmental Milestones — Ages 0-5
In this presentation you'll hear from a group of experts about key physical, communication, and social-emotional developmental milestones for children from birth to five. You’ll learn how to monitor your child’s development and discover practical ways to support their healthy growth and overall well-being. Plus, you’ll receive guidance on when and how to seek professional support for possible developmental delays.
Find out more »Finding Your Voice as a Parent Webinar: Navigating Divorce
Finding Your Voice as a Parent Webinar: Navigating Divorce for Parents of Special Education Students Date: Tuesday October 27th 2026 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. EST. This webinar is on Zoom (online/virtual event). Register here on Zoom: https://bit.ly/5A201D Co-hosted online with the Stamford JCC (Stamford, CT). Speakers: Attorney Lawrence Berliner, Connecticut Special Education Law Jane Faherty, Stamford JCC JumpStart Director & Special Education Advocate Attorney Carole Orland and Attorney Laurie Markus, Divorce & Family Law at Broder Orland Murray and DeMattie LLC,…
Find out more »Knock Once for Yes: Spiritualism, Séances, and Skeptics
In 1848, three sisters in a small New York farmhouse convinced their neighbors they were communicating with the dead. The news spread quickly, and within a decade the Spiritualist movement had swept the country. At its heart were mediums and intellectuals who believed the guidance of the dead could lead the nation toward a more moral and equal future; the movement soon became entwined with abolition and women's rights. Some attended séances in search of real answers; others came purely…
Find out more »Afternoon Tea
Gather with friends in the glass-enclosed Pavilion for an inviting and immersive afternoon tea experience. Choose your favorite blend of Grace Farms Tea and enjoy a freshly brewed pot, alongside an eye-catching assortment of seasonal bites. Inspired by the elegance of English tea service, this joyful and indulgent afternoon offers the perfect blend of conversation, connection, and exceptional flavor. Hosted by Pastry Chef and Educator Leah Jones and Tea Expert and Educator Frank Kwei, this unique Grace Farms experience fills…
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