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August 2026
Inclusive Dance Party for Adults Featuring DJ DogWalker
New Canaan, CT 06840 United States
We are so excited to announce Project Social’s first dance party! DJ DogWalker will bring the tunes and we will provide food and refreshments! In case of rain or extreme heat, we will head inside to the auditorium. We can’t wait to see you there! Who should sign up? This program welcomes adults with developmental disabilities. In order to attend alone, participants need to be independent in a group and able to follow 1-2 step directions with prompting or volunteer…
Find out more »Design Your Own Merritt Parkway Bridge for Grades 2-4
New Canaan, CT 06840 United States
Join Arianne Kolb, Executive Director of the Merritt Parkway Conservancy, to explore images of some of the most noteworthy bridges on the Merritt and discover the stories they tell. Then design your own Merritt Parkway bridge, and explore The Merritt: Masterwork of Design and Planning exhibit in the Library's Lightburn Gallery. This program is intended for children entering grades 2-4 in Fall 2026.
Find out more »Materials Studio for Children
New Canaan, Connecticut 06840 United States
Families are invited to play, build, deconstruct, reimagine, and discover the life cycle of everyday materials in our built environment with the Grace Farms Education Team. Inspired by the building materials in our exhibit With Every Fiber: Pigment, Stone, Glass, families can explore the unique properties of these materials and imagine new ways to use them. Wednesdays throughout the summer.
Find out more »Raptors and Reptiles with Christine’s Critters for K-8th
New Canaan, CT 06840 United States
Join us as Christine's Critters visits for a one-hour live program, offering an unforgettable, immersive experience bringing us face to face with 4–5 incredible birds of prey, including hawks, owls, and falcons, as well as rescued reptiles. This is more than just a presentation, it’s a dynamic, interactive journey into the world of raptors and reptiles, where each animal has a unique story of survival and resilience. Through engaging discussions, we explore their vital roles in the ecosystem, the challenges…
Find out more »Magnifying Small Wonders
New Canaan, Connecticut 06840 United States
Sometimes, the tiniest insects play the biggest role in our ecosystem! Discover the hidden world of caterpillars, butterflies, and other extraordinary insects that call Grace Farms home. Families are invited to use powerful magnifying tools, field equipment, and high-resolution micrography to get a closer look at the extraordinary natural world around us. Recommended for ages 5+ with adult caregivers.
Find out more »The Uncommon College Essay with Stacey Brook
New Canaan, CT 06840 United States
Essay expert Stacey Brook, founder and chief advisor at College Essay Advisors (CEA), walks readers through her signature Uncommon College Essay Approach, a four-step process designed to turn essay anxiety into essay success. In The Uncommon College Essay: An Approachable Guide to an Intimidating Process, Stacey breaks down her strategies and suggestions with detailed explanations, engaging exercises, real college essay examples, and a generous dose of parenthetical asides. She covers the Backwards Brainstorm; Freewriting Your Face Off; Story Sculpting; and…
Find out more »Afternoon Tea
New Canaan, Connecticut 06840 United States
Gather with friends in the glass-enclosed Pavilion for an inviting afternoon tea experience featuring a refreshing pot of Grace Farms Tea and an eye-catching assortment of seasonal bites. Inspired by the elegance of English tea service, this joyful afternoon offers the perfect blend of conversation, connection, and exceptional flavor. Hosted by Pastry Chef and Educator Leah Jones and Tea Expert Frank Kwei.
Find out more »Learning with Nature | Monarch Migration
New Canaan, Connecticut 06840 United States
Join Grace Farms Horticulture Director Kimberly Kelly and experts from Kansas State University for a hands-on field study to safely record, tag, and release monarch butterflies throughout Grace Farms 80 acres of landscape. Learn how to net, tag, and record Monarchs in a way that supports the best outcome for healthy butterflies to survive migration, winter, the flight north in late spring, and successful reproduction in late summer. This workshop ends with our a cup of our butterfly pea flower…
Find out more »New Canaan Museum’s Antique Market
New Canaan, CT 06840 United States
Step into the past at the New Canaan Museum + Historical Society Antique Market. Browse textiles, jewelry, dolls, and household items straight from our collection! The Early Bird tickets will get the first look at all the wonderful items on sale from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm. All sales are final. All proceeds go towards maintaining our collections and the preservation of our town's history. Come ready for a great vintage sale!
Find out more »Filling in the Blanks Unite to Fight 5K
Stamford, CT 06901 United States
Join Filling in the Blanks on August 23, 2026, at the Eighth Annual Unite to Fight 5K. The race will take place at Mill River Park located in Stamford, CT. Enjoy a 5k race with food, prizes and t-shirts, all while benefitting Filling in the Blanks and their core programs. In Fairfield County, more than 33,000 children are not sure where their next meal will come from. Most will get breakfast and lunch from school every weekday, but many will…
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