April 2015
Fundraiser for Thorpe Family Residence, Bronx, NY
Gala evening with food, entertainment, and auction to support a housing program in the South Bronx for homeless families and residents in permanent supportive housing. THORPE
Find out more »October 2015
Behind the Scenes of the Westport Country Playhouse
AAUW is pleased to host Michael Ross, Managing Director of the Westport Country Playhouse, who will discuss the past, present and future of this theater.
Find out more »November 2015
“End of Life Issues” in Today’s World
AAUW is pleased to host a discussion on "End of Life Issues" with speakers Paula Bruns and Katherine Silvan who will cover the choices available today at the end of life, at the end of life for our loved ones and the differences between Hospice and Palliative Care.
Find out more »Holiday Boutique – Preview Party
The 18th Annual Holiday Boutique will be held on November 18th & 19th at Waveny House. This festive holiday shopping event is a wonderful prelude to the holiday season and key fundraiser for the YWL. Shop for a Cause and consider becoming a Patron today! Preview Party The Holiday Boutique kicks off with the Preview Party on Wednesday, November 18th from 6:30-9:30pm. It’s a fun night of shopping, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and silent auction with “experiential” offerings. A perfect ladies’…
Find out more »Holiday Boutique – Boutique Day
The 18th Annual Holiday Boutique will be held on November 18th & 19th at Waveny House. This festive holiday shopping event is a wonderful prelude to the holiday season and key fundraiser for the YWL. Shop for a Cause and consider becoming a Patron today! Boutique Day Boutique Day follows on Thursday, November 19th from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will be bustling with holiday shoppers. Many of your favorite vendors will be returning this year along with an…
Find out more »January 2016
AAUW and Norwalk Community College
AAUW (American Association of University Women) is pleased to host Dr. Bernice Marie-Daly on Thursday, January 14th at 9:30 am at Waveny House to discuss resources available at Norwalk Community College for non-traditional returning working-students and other issues of adult education.
Find out more »February 2016
The Ridgefield Playhouse
AAUW (American Association of University Women) will welcome Pamela Hutton, Marketing Associate for the Ridgefield Playhouse, as guest speaker to discuss the past, present and future of the Ridgefield Playhouse.
Find out more »March 2016
Silvermine Arts Center – Past, Present and Future
Leslee Asch, Executive Director of Silvermine Arts Center, will be the speaker at AAUW's next event to discuss their upcoming 94th birthday as well as plans to celebrate their centennial.
Find out more »April 2016
Waveny Book Launch and Celebration [SOLD OUT]
The New Canaan Preservation Alliance and the Town of New Canaan are pleased to host a Waveny Book Launch and Celebration at Waveny House on Sunday, April 3rd, 3-5 pm. This family event celebrates the launch of the children’s book Waveny: New Canaan’s Treasure, written by Arianne Faber Kolb and illustrated by Nicole Johnson Murphy. The publication of the book was made possible by a grant from the New Canaan Community Foundation and funding from the Town of New Canaan.…
Find out more »September 2016
AAUW to Host Clif McFeely, Executive Director of ‘Future 5’
Clif McFeely will be the guest speaker to discuss a one-of-a-kind program to help Stamford's low income high school students prepare for college, jobs and life in general.
Find out more »Silent Disco Party at Waveny House
What Is a Silent Disco? It's a totally unique way to experience live music! Rather than using a speaker system, the live DJ's music is broadcast via radio transmitter with the signal being picked up by wireless headphones worn by the dancers. There will be three music channels to pick from, playing a variety of genres that are sure to get our cross-generational group up out of their seats. You can switch between channels to join your friends or dance…
Find out more »New Canaan Alumni Athletic Association/New Canaan Old Timers Association Annual Picnic
Former stars of New Canaan’s sports past will shine again as the New Canaan Alumni Athletic Association/New Canaan Old Timers Association will hold its annual picnic on Sunday, September 18 at Waveny. This year’s event will feature eight honorees: Bill Brown, Kara Devlin, Paul Devlin, Cari Hills, Mario Lopez, Jeff Mellick, Bob Schott and Andy Towers. The celebration runs from 10am to 3pm and includes a continental breakfast, beverages and lunch. The cost is $50 for adults, $20 for students.…
Find out more »October 2016
Waveny Park Conservancy – Current and Future Plans
AAUW (American Association of University Women) is pleased to host Keith Simpson, member of the Waveny Park Cnservancy, at 9:45 am on Thursday, October 13th, at Waveny House to discuss the Park, future plans and challenges.
Find out more »November 2016
AAUW to Host Soundwaters President Dr. Leigh Shemitz
AAUW is pleased to have as guest speaker Dr. Leigh Shemitz, President of Soundwaters, whos mission is to protect Long Island Sound through education and action.
Find out more »February 2017
AAUW to host Norwalk Community College
On February 9th at 9:45 am, at Waveny House, AAUW will host Javon Noblin, Director of Student Activities for NCC, as well as Lexi Andros, the 2016 National Conference for College Women Student Leaders for our area to discuss issues of interest to the community.
Find out more »Mike Pastore’s Retirement Party
Come bid farewell to New Canaan's recently retired director of the Department of Public Works. Mike Pastore filled the high-profile role with competence, transparency and respect for 18 years. For tickets, contact any of the following individuals: Dan Bochicchio 203-594-3704 Mose Saccary 203-594-3709 Kristi Ready 203-594-3090
Find out more »March 2017
Improving Lives with Integrated Music and Art Therapy
AAUW is pleased to host as its guest speaker Karen Nisonson,, Director of Arts for Healing in New Canaan at Waveny House on Thursday, March 9th at 9:45 am.
Find out more »May 2017
Chabad New Canaan Jewish Center to Host a Gala Dinner May 7 at Waveny House
Bernstein and Fensterstock families to be honored for their support of New Canaan’s Jewish community The Chabad New Canaan Jewish Center will host a Gala Dinner on the evening of May 7 at Waveny House in celebration of Jewish life in New Canaan and to recognize the critical support of two families. The Gala will honor New Canaan residents Melody and Claude Bernstein and Peggy and Jerry Fensterstock from Katonah, NY for the indispensable and sustained support they have provided…
Find out more »September 2017
NCCF 40th Anniversary Celebration
Please join us for cocktails and hors d'oeuvres as we celebrate 40 years of serving the community.
Find out more »February 2018
New Canaan Community Foundation’s Annual Meeting
Please join us at Waveny House to kick-off another impactful year of supporting our community! We will provide a brief update on our 2017 accomplishments and hear short stories from donors and grantees.
Find out more »June 2018
New Canaan Garden Club Boutique
The New Canaan Garden Club presents Iconic Style Boutique, a unique shopping opportunity at Waveny House on Wednesday, June 13 from 10:00 - 6:00. The boutique will feature a carefully curated group of 15 vendors selling items that will enhance both home and wardrobe. A selection of high quality garden inspired items will also be for sale. There is no admission charge. See www.ncgardenclub.org for a complete list of vendors.
Find out more »February 2019
New Canaan Community Foundation Annual Meeting
Join us for our Annual Meeting and Cocktail Party. Socialize over wine and hors d'oeuvres, hear an update on the Foundation’s year, and learn about the state of CT nonprofit and philanthropic issues from guest speaker Karla Fortunato, President of the Connecticut Council for Philanthropy.
Find out more »May 2019
Night at the Beach: 4th New Canaan Benefit for Nazareth Housing
On May 31st, join fellow New Canaanites at Waveny House for a "Night at the Beach." The 4th New Canaan Benefit for Nazareth Housing supports Nazareth Housing's homelessness prevention work and will celebrate the teen volunteers that dedicate their time serving the families at Nazareth's Thorpe Shelter. With live music by the Short Bus Band, dining by Rosie's, and plenty of silent auction items up from grabs, this event is guaranteed to be the can't-miss event of the spring! This…
Find out more »September 2019
League of Women Voters Welcome Back Breakfast
On Tuesday, September 24th, members and their guests are invited to join the League of Women Voters of New Canaan for their annual Welcome Back Breakfast with Special Guest First Selectman Kevin Moynihan. The First Selectman will be giving the annual "State of the Town" address at Waveny House. Breakfast served at 8:30 AM; Program begins promptly at 9 AM. Kindly RSVP to LeagueOfWomenVotersNC@gmail.com Those wishing to volunteer to help can sign up to do so here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050b4aafae2ba5fa7-lwvwelcome
Find out more »February 2020
Annual Meeting & Cocktail Party at Waveny House
Join us on Thursday, February 6th from 6 to 8pm for our 2020 Annual Meeting & Cocktail Party at Waveny House. Come to hear a brief update on the Foundation's successes in 2019! Enjoy cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, conversation and a warm fire as we kick-off another year of the Foundation supporting our community. We hope to see you there!
Find out more »March 2020
2020 YWL Easter Egg Hunt
This town favorite tradition is back with the YWL's 47th Annual Easter Egg Hunt. Join us for face painting, bounce houses, pictures with the Easter bunny, bake sale, and of course the Easter Egg Hunt! This event can't be missed. Saturday, March 28th at Waveny House (Rain Date, Sunday March 29th at NCHS).
Find out more »September 2021
New Canaan Old Timers 2021 Honoree Ceremony
After missing a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the spotlight will once again shine on local sports figures from the past as the New Canaan Old Timers Association hosts its annual honoree ceremony on Sunday, September 19th at Waveny. 2021 inductees will be Bobby Festo, Paul Gallo, Tom McInerney, Lew Socci and Katey Twombly. Also being recognized at this years’ affair as the Loren J. Keyes Memorial Honoree is all-time New Canaan basketball great, the late Wilky Gilmore. The…
Find out more »June 2022
NCCF Annual Grant Awards
Please join New Canaan Community Foundation on Wednesday, June 1st at 10am at Waveny House for our Annual Grant Awards Coffee, which represents the culmination of months of work by nearly 100 community volunteers who carefully vetted each grant request NCCF received. This year we will be awarding $635,000 to 78 local nonprofit organizations. Come help us celebrate the incredible work being done in our community! Morning refreshments will be served.
Find out more »May 2023
Celebration of the Restored Eberle Fountain at Waveny Park
Please join us for a Spring Celebration of the Restored Eberle Fountain at Waveny Park. Reception followed by a Lecture by Arianne Kolb, Ph.D "Rediscovery and Restoration of the Abastenia St. Leger Eberle's Waveny Fountain" Register here: https://wavenyparkconservancy.org/celebration-of-the-restored-eberle-fountain/
Find out more »Bo Hickey – A Celebration of Life
Join us at Waveny House on Sunday, May 21st from 4-7pm to celebrate the legendary life of Bo Hickey. Food and Drink are provided, stories and anecdotes are needed. Cost is free of charge though we encourage and welcome donations to New Canaan High School's Bo Hickey Scholarship: https://www.nchs-sf.org/bo-hickey-memorial-scholarship. RSVP here.
Find out more »June 2023
Death with Dignity, with Tony-Award Winner James Naughton
James Naughton, two-time Tony Award Winning Actor, Director, and Activist, will speak on "Death with Dignity" and his work with Compassion & Choices at the New Canaan League of Women Voters Annual Meeting and Luncheon at Waveny House. All NCLWV members are welcome to attend the business portion of the meeting beginning at 11am, which includes committee reports and the election of the new Board slate. Guests and non-members are welcome to attend the luncheon and program that follow, starting…
Find out more »September 2023
2023 New Canaan Old Timers Honoree Ceremony
Please join us on Sunday, September 17th at 11:00 A.M at Waveny, as the New Canaan Old Timers/Athletic Alumni Association honors six sports starts of the past. This years' honorees are New Canaan High School multi-sport athletes and NCAA standouts Kate Dawson and Ian Hobbs, champion NCHS football player and revered youth coach Chris “Hawk” Kinsley, former Rams player and current Sacred Heart Women’s Basketball Head Coach Jessica Mannetti, legendary NCHS hoops star Don Overbeck and all-time Rams gridiron great…
Find out more »October 2023
Beyond the Call: Supporting the Mental Health of First Responders
New Canaan, CT – Fairfield County Trauma Response Team (FCTRT) presents “Beyond the Call: Supporting the Mental Health of First Responders.” The benefit is an interactive and informative evening open to the general public introducing the cultures, traumas, and mental health needs of Fairfield County first responders, including firefighters, police officers, EMTs, paramedics, and animal control officers. Todd Blyleven The keynote speaker is the son of Hall of Fame Baseball player Bert Blyleven, Todd Blyleven, who risked his life to…
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