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May 2022
Open Arts Studio for Families
Think, play, and create at Grace Farms! Children and families are invited to spend time together experimenting with new materials and art-making techniques during this facilitated program series. Recommended for families with children ages five through ten. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five initiatives — nature, arts, justice, community, and faith — and Grace Farms, a SANAA-designed site for…
Find out more »Spring Birdwatching | The Birds and the Trees
Embark on a guided walk through our nature trails, led by Master Birder Frank Mantlik, in search of birds migrating north for the summer. Birdwatchers of all ages and experience will learn about our local natural world and discover the wonderful species that make Grace Farms their home. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five initiatives — nature, arts, justice,…
Find out more »Grace Farms Tour
Explore the River, a meandering glass building designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architects SANAA, and four site-specific installations commissioned specifically for Grace Farms by artists Thomas Demand, Olafur Eliasson, Teresita Fernández, and Beatriz Milhazes. The tour begins with complimentary tea in the Pavilion. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission is to pursue peace through five initiatives — nature, arts, justice, community, and faith — and Grace…
Find out more »New Canaan Dog Days
NEW CANAAN, Conn., Monday, May 2, 2022 – Pet Pantry Warehouse, a community-based, family-owned, and operated pet supplies retailer in Fairfield and Westchester County has announced its 2022 event lineup. These outdoor events, known as "the ultimate furry fun-raisers", feature games, competitions, family activities, entertainment, and a lot of free swag from premium pet food brands. Pet Pantry events are free to the public, attract thousands, and were created to bring the community together while raising money for local non-profit…
Find out more »Growing Your Organic Home Garden | Instructional Outdoor Planting
Through our gardening series, led by Master Gardener Lauren Elliott, participants will learn how to cultivate their own gardens and come away with a sense of stewardship for our environment and an understanding of how we can all contribute to the well-being of our communities. This hands-on class, held in Grace Farms’ Community Garden, will teach proper spacing and outdoor planting techniques. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s…
Find out more »Memorial Service for Eric P. Richards
Friends and family are invited to attend Eric's memorial service on Saturday, May 21, 2022. The service will be at 11:30am at The First Congregational Church of Darien, 14 Brookside Road, Darien, CT.
Find out more »Young Gardeners Series
Explore the senses through experiential learning during this five-part series. Young gardeners (ages 8–13) and their families will spend time planting, exploring our Community Garden, creating nature collages, and contemplating their connection to the earth. This multi-sensory approach connects families to the natural world and invites them to think deeper about how a garden can grow more than plants. Grace Farms Members enjoy a 20% discount on programs and events. Learn more about Membership. Grace Farms Foundation’s interdisciplinary humanitarian mission…
Find out more »Live Music at The Powerhouse
ABOUT LIVE AT THE POWERHOUSE For our FIRST SHOW - we are excited to present REID PARSONS with STEVE SIMOLLARDES, with opening act, recent NCHS Grad, JULIA JEWEL. JAM + BREAD presents LIVE MUSIC AT THE POWERHOUSE There is nothing quite like an intimate “live music” experience, and inside the Powerhouse Theatre, our guests will be treated to live musical events featuring super-talented national and local artists performing their craft in a wonderful, cozy, 115-seat theater where there is not…
Find out more »Magic with Jake Strong – “Growing Pains”
ONE DAY ONLY! Join Jake Strong for a family friendly magic show about growing up. Jake blends comedy, improv, and magic for a fun night—perfect for kids, teens and young adults! The show begins at 2PM. Admission is $25 general / $20 students & seniors/ $15 for kids under 12 Patrons are asked to wear masks and show proof of vaccination. Don't worry - we can still hear you laugh! ABOUT JAKE: https://youtu.be/6le3flD12d4 Ever since Jake was old enough to…
Find out more »New Canaan Preservation Alliance Preservation Awards
New Canaan Preservation Alliance Preservation Awards -- NCPA to Celebrate Winners’ Efforts in Preserving New Canaan’s Historic Architecture -- May 20, 2022 New Canaan, Conn.— The New Canaan Preservation Alliance (newcanaanpreservationalliance.org/) will host its 13th Annual Preservation Awards ceremony on Sunday, May 22, 2022 from 4:00pm – 5:30pm at the First Presbyterian Church of New Canaan, 178 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan. “This is the first Preservation Awards Ceremony we’ve been able to hold since 2019, so there’s a lot to…
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