About the Book: Anthony Comstock, special agent to the U.S. Post Office, was one of the most important men in the lives of nineteenth-century women. His eponymous law, passed in 1873, penalized the mailing of contraception and obscenity with long sentences and steep fines. The word Comstockery came to connote repression and prudery. Between 1873 and Comstock’s death in 1915, eight remarkable women were charged with violating state and federal Comstock laws. These “sex radicals” supported contraception, sexual education, gender…

You don’t want to miss the magical performance of Oklahoma! A Concert Version, featuring the professional musicians of the Norwalk Symphony Orchestra, Broadway actors, local student musicians and theater groups.  From “Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin” to “Surrey with the Fringe on Top” and “People Will Say We’re in Love,” the hits just keep on coming!  If you enjoyed our Broadway productions in the past, you will certainly love this one! Please bring any non-perishable food items to donate to…

Our local legislators--Senators Fazio and Maher and Representatives Dathan, O'Dea, and Constantine--will share their priorities for the current legislative session in Hartford, hear your concerns, and answer questions regarding the issues facing our state. Co-sponsored by Vote New Canaan, an initiative of the Youth Board of the New Canaan League of Women Voters.

HAYVN 320 Boston Post Road Suite 180 Darien, CT 06820 Show map Refund Policy No Refunds About this event HAYVN HalfTime IN-PERSON EVENT Tuesday, 2/11/25, 12-1pm COST: Member: Free Non-Member: $20 Topic: AI Unleashed: Empowering Women Entrepreneurs Featuring Kristin Greene, Senior Education Executive, Microsoft Join us for an engaging and hands-on session at HAYVN, designed exclusively for women entrepreneurs! Kristin Greene, an Account Executive at Microsoft, will guide you through an interactive journey into the world of AI. This isn't…

Join us for a night of casual chess play from 6:00-8:00pm! Experienced instructors from RedBandit Chess will be on-hand providing advice as well as a brief lecture on important topics. All people aged 10-101 are welcome, including brand new players and experienced tournament players! Drop-in anytime between 6-8PM.

We are thrilled to welcome author Elinor Lipman - one of the most beloved comedic writers of our time - to present her new book, Every Tom, Dick and Harry. It’s a charming, laugh-out-loud tale of love and criminality, a pitch-perfect romantic comedy.

Wednesday, February 12 · 5:30 - 7:30pm EST Location HAYVN 320 Boston Post Road Suite 180 Darien, CT 06820 Show map Refund Policy No Refunds About this event About HAYVN's Sustainability and Social Impact Group: If you are interested in learning about Sustainability and exploring topics/trends to make a difference please join us. You'll hear from experts, have social impact in our community, connect with like-minded peers. This bimonthly group at HAYVN brings like-minded people together to help our planet,…

Blossom Hill will hold its annual Valentine’s event, For the Love of a Child, on January 13, 2025 from 12 - 2 pm at the New Canaan Playhouse. All proceeds will support its mission - education for peace - to transform the lives of displaced and at-risk children and youth globally. Start your Valentine's week with purpose at our cherished annual fundraiser. Drop in with your galentines for an afternoon of connection and giving, featuring: Tea Bar Flower Bar Chocolate…