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2026 Frozen Art in the Village - At Olde Mistick Village - Mystic, CT

Olde Mistick Village will be transformed into an outdoor gallery of sculpture during its ‘Frozen Art in the Village’ event Saturday, Feb. 14 through Monday, Feb. 16. Starting at 12 noon on Saturday, the grounds will transform into a winter wonderland with 24 glistening ice sculptures on display. “Families are always seeking opportunities to get out and enjoy themselves,” said Chris Regan, property manager of Olde Mistick Village. “We are always looking to create a special experience that focuses on community, families, children, and people of all ages to enjoy.” The theme of the event will be “Hearts on Fire,” in support of ‘Valentine’s Day’ weekend. Visitors will be encouraged to participate in the weekend photo contest by taking photos that reflect a Valentine’s theme of love, couples, family, and of course — pets. Share photos using the hashtag #FrozenArtInTheVillage. Olde Mistick Village gift certificates will be awarded to the winners in each of the four categories. Winners will be announced and contacted on Wednesday, Feb. 18. A live ice carving demonstration will begin at noon in the Gazebo, allowing visitors to watch as two large blocks of ice are transformed into a beautiful work of art. This Valentine’s Sculpture will be the perfect complement for your special and memorable photo ops.
Dates: 
02/14/2026
02/15/2026
02/16/2026
Hours vary
Location: 
Olde Mistick Village, Coogan Boulevard, Mystic, CT, USA
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Little Red Bar[n] Live Music at Bishop's Orchards

Come enjoy live local music in our open-air setting! All ages welcome.
Dates: 
02/13/2026
02/14/2026
02/20/2026
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Location: 
1355 Boston Post Road, Guilford, CT, USA
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Mommy & Me: Animals & Nature at Westmoreland Sanctuary

Meet animals, explore nature and participate in crafts, games and activities. The Mommy & Me program will take place every Friday from 10 AM - 10:45 AM, followed by 45 minutes of self-directed exploration and play.
Dates: 
02/13/2026
02/20/2026
02/27/2026
10 AM - 11 AM
Location: 
Westmoreland Sanctuary, 260 Chestnut Ridge Road, Mount Kisco, NY 10549, United States
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Night in the Museum at Old Sturbridge Village

Night in the Museum is an overnight experience designed for scouts, schools and other youth groups of up to 80 participants. With only a map and a tattered journal at their side, young historians will travel back in time and take part in a mysterious, candlelit adventure through the 1830s. The quest will exercise their detective skills as they hunt for clues, conduct experiments, and investigate the past. Back at our hands-on learning laboratory, we will experiment with historic crafts to learn more about 19th-century life.
Dates: 
02/14/2026
02/21/2026
02/28/2026
Program begins at 5:30 on your selected date and runs until 9:30 the following morning.
Location: 
Old Sturbridge Village, 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge, MA 01566, United States
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Art Explorers at The New Britain Museum of American Art

Students learn to express their creativity using varied art methods and materials to create personal works of art inspired by Museum pieces. Ages 6-8. Pre-registration is encouraged.
Dates: 
02/14/2026
02/21/2026
02/28/2026
10:30am-12:00pm
Location: 
New Britain Museum of American Art, Lexington Street, New Britain, CT, USA
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Family Programs at Yale Peabody Museum

Calling all little scientists! The Museum will be holding a series of ongoing free activities for children curious about nature and how the world works.
Dates: 
02/14/2026
02/15/2026
02/19/2026
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Location: 
Yale Peabody Museum, 170 Whitney Avenue, New Haven, CT 06511, United States
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Kid's Valentine's Day Party at Lyman Orchards

Feel the love at The Apple Barrel Farm Market and celebrate Valentine's Day on February 7th & 14th from 10 AM - 4 PM! Decorate your own Valentine's Day cake (advance tickets required), treat yourself to free sweet treat tastings, and get crafty at a Valentine's Day card-making station.
Dates: 
02/14/2026
10 AM - 4 PM
Location: 
Lyman Orchards Corn Maze, 32 Reeds Gap Road, Middlefield, CT 06455, United States
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The Orchid Show: Mr. Flower Fantastic’s Concrete Jungle

New York City has never bloomed like this. At The Orchid Show: Mr. Flower Fantastic’s Concrete Jungle, orchids collide with concrete in a dazzling reimagining of the Big Apple, from stoops and slice shops to the subway itself. Step into a breathtaking fusion of nature and cityscape artistry in the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory, and experience the flair and style of New York transformed by thousands of flowers.
Dates: 
02/13/2026
02/14/2026
02/15/2026
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: 
New York Botanical Garden, 2900 Southern Boulevard, Bronx, NY 10458, United States
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