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May 2026

EMS “Fill the Rig” for the Food Pantry

May 16 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Walter Stewart’s Market, 229 Elm St.
New Canaan, CT 06840 United States
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EMS will be collecting non perishable goods for the Food Pantry at Walter Stewart's on Saturday, May 16, from 10:00am to 4:00pm. Please stop by and show your support as we pitch in to help each other.

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Basketball Legend Jim Calhoun Presents ‘More Than A Game’

May 16 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
New Canaan Library United States
Free

In More Than a Game, Hall of Fame coach Jim Calhoun reflects on a career defined by relationships, perseverance, and mentorship. Co-written with Dom Amore, the memoir shares stories of players like Ray Allen, Kemba Walker, and Rip Hamilton, highlighting a legacy built on community and care. A three-time national champion at UConn and Hall of Famer, Calhoun offers an inspiring look at leadership both on and off the court.

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Spectrum 2026: Wonderland opening reception at the Carriage Barn with Katharine Earnhardt

May 16 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Carriage Barn Arts Center, 681 South Avenue
New Canaan, CT 06840 United States
Free

The theme of the 2026 exhibition is WONDERLAND and the juror Katharine Earnhardt founder of Mason Lane, reviewed original works inspired by the imaginary and fantastical that evokes magic, beauty, adventure, and explores the artists' unique perspectives. Spectrum is a juried exhibition of original, contemporary artwork by local and regional artists, and invites submissions in all media and all sizes. All entries must have been created within the past two years and not previously exhibited at the Carriage Barn. All…

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Silvermine Galleries Opening: ‘A Nation of Vision’ Exhibition

May 16 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Silvermine Galleries, 1037 Silvermine Road
New Canaan, CT 06840 United States
Free

Please join us at Silvermine Galleries on Saturday May 16th from 5- 7pm for the opening reception of A Nation of Vision Exhibition. In recognition of 250 years of American art and innovation, 35 artists reflect on the evolving spirit of creativity that has shaped and continues to shape this country. This exhibition is not a survey of history, rather it is a conversation across time. Curated by Lee Findlay Potter, a New York–based art advisor with more than three…

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Grand Opening at The Strength Collective

May 17 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Free

Grand Opening — May 17 12-4pm FREE Community Event — All Are Welcome Join us as we celebrate the official Grand Opening of The Strength Collective with free community workouts, wellness experiences, and family-friendly activities. We’re opening our doors to the community and inviting you to experience what we’re building — a space focused on strength, longevity, and intentional movement. Throughout the day, we’ll be hosting free indoor and outdoor community classes, taking advantage of our large outdoor space to…

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Lunch & Learn with Tom Davies: 60 Years in the Art World. Stories, Lessons, Tips and Suggestions

May 19 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
New Canaan Museum & Historical Society, 13 Oenoke Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 United States
Free – $10

Bring your sandwich, soup, or snack and come to the Museum for our monthly Lunch & Learn. This month the topic is art collecting. We will take a look into a 60 year pursuit navigating the sometimes bewildering (and on rare occasions questionable ethics) but always fascinating world of American Art. The art market has often been called the world's largest unregulated business. Tom Davies, who has presented several times at the Museum since 2017, began his adventures in 1965…

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Shakespeare on the Sound Explains Much Ado About Nothing

May 19 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
New Canaan Library, 151 Main Street
New Canaan, CT 06840 United States
Free

Learn about Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing before our abbreviated performance for families on Wednesday, May 27th and Shakespeare on the Sound's Summer production from June 10th - June 28th in Rowayton’s Pinkney Park.

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Public Workshop on Affordable Housing Options

May 19 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Lapham Community Center, Waveny Park
New Canaan , CT 06840 United States
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Free

New Canaan’s Affordable Housing Committee (AHC) encourages all interested residents to attend a public workshop on May 19 at 7pm at Lapham Community Center. The workshop will focus on possible future sites for Town-developed Affordable Housing. Formed in 2023, the bipartisan AHC was appointed by the Board of Selectmen and tasked with a specific mission: to research and recommend paths for New Canaan to control its own affordable housing destiny and not risk ceding that power to developers and the…

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Mahjong at the Nature Center

May 20 @ 12:45 pm
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New Canaan Nature Center, 144 Oenone Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840 United States
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We have something for every level of mahjong player. New to the game? Take a learn to play class (we have afternoon and evening offerings). Want to practice? Come to an open play session. All are welcome, but please register to secure a spot.

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HAYVN’S Entrepreneurial Women’s Collective: You Built It. Are you Still Choosing It

May 21 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
HAYVN, 320 Boston Post Rd
Darien, CT 06820
$25 – $50

Join us to chat about keeping your entrepreneurial spark alive and thriving with fellow women who’ve built their dreams. Entrepreneurial Women’s Collective (EWC) Luncheon Event IN-PERSON EVENT at HAYVN DARIEN Thursday, 5/21/26, 12pm-1:30pm Connect with smart, supportive entrepreneurial women, learn new things, build relationships, and have fun. Please join us for this exciting lunch event. Admission includes luncheon. HAYVN Members w/ Discount Code* – $25 Early Bird (ends one week prior to event) HAYVN Members w/ Discount Code* – $35…

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