Step into a world of color and imagination! Inspired by the plans for a flowering lawn in the Plaza, children will use a mix of art materials to create their own vibrant landscape collage. After learning about the different flowers that will bloom at Grace Farms in the years ahead, participants are invited to dream up their own flower-filled design and turn it into a beautiful, one-of-a-kind artwork. Open Arts Studio is a site-specific creative exploration for younger audiences to…

New Canaan's got talent--and this is your chance to see it! From magic tricks to playing an instrument, children entering grades 1 to 12 will show off their special talents in our talent show! Join us at 3 p.m. Saturday, August 8, to cheer them on and experience the rising stars of New Canaan.

Spend a Summer Evening Surrounded by World-Class Jazz at The Norwalk Art Space. An unforgettable performance by the Greg Wall / Josh Bruneau Quintet featuring: Greg Wall – Tenor & Soprano Saxophones Josh Bruneau – Trumpets Kenny Wessel – Guitar Matt Dwonszyk – Bass David Alvarez – Drums Experience an extraordinary night of live music in the unique setting of The Norwalk Art Space. Greg Wall: Saxophonist, composer, and educator known as the jazz rabbi. A graduate of the New…

August 10-14 Movie Musicals Ages 9-14 Monday – Friday 9am-3pm, $645 per child This fun and engaging camp led by experienced music educators teaches acting skills, movement, how to bring characters to life and develop stage presence while building confidence. Students will learn and perform songs, scenes and dances in small break out groups and one large group altogether to create a show. Themed daily art projects will include prop decorating and designing poster boards, followed by movement activities &…

Starting a new school year can bring excitement, uncertainty, and a lot of emotions, for children and parents alike. As summer schedules give way to new routines, many families wonder how to make the adjustment to preschool or daycare feel less overwhelming and more positive. Whether your toddler/preschooler is entering a school program for the first time or returning to the classroom after summer break, this expert-led panel discussion will provide practical strategies to help your family navigate the transition…

Want to attend a book club but don’t have time to add another book to your list? Looking for ways to gain more tickets to win our Summer Reading Grand Prize? Join the New Canaan Library’s Silent Book Club! Bring your current read, a cozy blanket or lawn chair, and join us on the library green for a silent reading session. We will have an hour of uninterrupted reading time and an (optional) half hour of socialization.