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April 2025
Earth Day Celebration
Join us for our annual Earth Day Celebration, a day packed with nature-inspired learning and fun for all ages. Connect to the natural world by exploring the native landscapes surrounding the River building, and attend pop-up talks, demonstrations, and experiences led by our knowledgeable educators throughout the day. Our activities, inspired by art, architecture, and nature, include: Open Arts Studio | Weaving in the Black Locust Tree Grove Search for Spring Birds alongside a Grace Farms expert Build a Perfect…
Find out more »Music of Benjamin Britten
The Friends of the Music at St. Mark’s New Canaan, CT Presents Music of Benjamin Britten. Saturday, April 26th, 2025, 5pm, in the soaring mid-century modern St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 111 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan, CT. Performed by Trevor Scott, tenor; with Eliana Barwinski, mezzo-soprano; Susan LaFever, French horn; all accompanied by Tomoko Nakayama, pianist. Trevor Scott and friends will perform works of one of the most distinguished composers of the 20th century, Benjamin Britten. Included will be Canticle I…
Find out more »Picnic Palooza
Bring your blanket, lawn chairs, picnic lunch and favorite stuffed animal to the campus of the New Canaan Museum & Historical Society for an afternoon of family fun. Jumpin' Jams will entertain, Old Faithful will be giving rides around town, arts and crafts, games and more!
Find out more »Celebrated Author Carl Safina at New Canaan Library
New Canaan Library 2025 Oldham Nature & Environment lecturer will be Carl Safina. Safina's lyrical non-fiction writing (he has been called a modern-day Thoreau) explores how humans are changing the living world, and what the changes mean for non-human beings and for us all. His work fuses scientific understanding, emotional connection, and a moral call to action.
Find out more »Monica Rich Kosann Trunk Show
Join us for an exclusive Monica Rich Kosann Trunk Show — just in time for Mother’s Day. Celebrate the special women in your life with a timeless gift they’ll treasure forever. For one day only, explore an extended collection of Monica Rich Kosann’s iconic lockets, charm necklaces, empowering bracelets, and more — all thoughtfully designed to tell your story. Whether you’re shopping for Mom, treating yourself, or finding a piece to mark a meaningful moment, this curated trunk show at…
Find out more »Finding Your Voice as a Parent Webinar: Navigating Divorce for Parents of Special Education Students
Finding Your Voice as a Parent Webinar: Navigating Divorce for Parents of Special Education Students Date: Tuesday April 29th 2025 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. EST Register here on Zoom: https://bit.ly/56A217B 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 Eric Broder and Attorney Carole Orland, Divorce & Family Law at Broder Orland Murray and DeMattie LLC, Westport & Greenwich CT. Often, the divorce…
Find out more »Early Morning Bird Walks at the New Canaan Nature Center
Join Senior Naturalist and expert birder, Frank Gallo, for early morning bird walks at the New Canaan Nature Center grounds. We'll be keeping track of the birds we see as we generate a database and new bird lists for Bristow and the New Canaan Nature Center. Wednesdays: April 30, May 7, 14, 21, June 4 8:30-10:00 am All walks are canceled if it rains. All walks will meet in the lower parking lot at NCNC. Binoculars are available if needed
Find out more »HAYVN Health Summit: Nourish: Feed Your Body, Mind & Soul:
Wednesday, April 30 · 4:30 - 8pm EDT Location HAYVN 320 Boston Post Road Suite 180 Darien, CT 06820 Show map Refund Policy No Refunds About this event Join us for our next HAYVN Health Summit Nourish: Feed Your Body, Mind & Soul April 30, 2025 from 4:30pm–8:00 PM 2025 Health Summit is designed to be an enriching experience, bringing together experts and enthusiasts from our local health and wellness community. We will feature a variety of health and wellness…
Find out more »An Evening with Former U.S. Ambassador to Russia, John Sullivan
Join us for a compelling conversation with John Sullivan, former U.S. Ambassador to Russia, as he shares insights from his tenure during one of the most tumultuous periods in U.S.-Russia relations. With decades of experience in diplomacy and public service, Ambassador Sullivan will discuss key moments from his time in Moscow, the challenges of international diplomacy, and the future of global relations.
Find out more »May 2025
After School Art Adventures at the Carriage Barn
Four Thursdays: May 1, 15, 22 and 29 Come join us for this popular after school art program led by local teacher “Ms Tiffany” McKay. In this four-week session, children will focus on up cycled sculpture inspired by the art of Louise Nevelsen. Louise Nevelson was an American sculptor known for her monumental, monochromatic, wooden wall pieces and outdoor sculptures. The group will learn about Louise Nevelson’s sculptures, why her work is significant and create their own sculpture pieces! $185…
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