FEATURED EVENTS

Organization:

Stamford Downtown

Location:

5 Landmark Square Suite 110

Stamford, CT, 06901

United States

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Phone:

203-348-5285

Ann's Place- Darien CT

Ann's Place - Children’s Winter Village

The Children’s Winter Village will be at the Danbury Sports Dome on November 17 and 18, 2018 from 10 am - 4 pm!

Dates:

11/17/2018

11/18/2018

10 AM - 4 PM

Location:

Danbury Sports Dome

25 Shelter Rock Ln

Danbury, CT, 06810

United States

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Phone:

203-790-6568 x108

The Shippan Turkey Trot

The Shippan Turkey Trot is celebrating its 18th year in the running this Thanksgiving morning.

Dates:

11/22/2018

10 am

Connecticut Trolley Museum

Organization:

The Shippan Turkey Trot

Location:

280 Ocean Drive East

Stamford, CT, 06902

United States

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Winterfest and the Tunnel of Lights at the CT Trolley Museum

Join hundreds of others and start a family tradition of coming for a trolley ride during the holiday season.

Dates:

11/23/2018

11/24/2018

11/25/2018

5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Connecticut Trolley Museum

Organization:

Location:

58 North Road

East Windsor , CT, 06088

United States

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Phone:

(860) 627-6540

New Canaan Nature Center

Thanksgiving Weekend Waddle at NCNC

Grab the entire family (and any lingering holiday visitors too!) and head on down to the New Canaan Nature Center!

Dates:

11/24/2018

10:00am & 11:00am

Organization:

New Canaan Nature Center

Location:

144 Oenoke Ridge

New Canaan, CT, 06840

United States

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Phone:

(203) 966-9577

Afternoon with the Animals! Early Dismissal Program

Early dismissal at your elementary school? Come spend the afternoon with the animals of the Darien Nature Center! We have more than 20 resident species that all need exercise, feeding, and playtime!

Dates:

12/06/2018

2 - 4 PM

Organization:

Fit4Mom - Fairfield County

Location:

120 Brookside Dr.

Darien, CT, 06820

United States

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Phone:

203-655-7459

Fit4Mom presents: Thanksgiving Turkey Trot

Join us for our informal Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving! Family members welcome!

Dates:

11/22/2018

9 AM – 10 AM

Fit4Mom - Fairfield County

Organization:

Location:

Fairfield, CT, .

United States

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Phone:

203-539-0638

Connecticut Children's Museum

Saturdays at 2 Program at Connecticut Children's Museum

Artists and educators engage children with dramatic renderings of books through the Creating Readers Saturdays at 2 program. The goal is to link literacy to hands-on activities, to read a book that children connect to a real-life event in which they are players, a book that deepens that experience for children, a book that they can carry with them, a book that they are invested in reading because it evokes memories of a place where they are empowered and engaged learner. Each week, a book will be chosen which integrates reading with the museum's exhibits.

Dates:

11/17/2018

12/01/2018

12/08/2018

2 pm

Connecticut Children's Museum

Organization:

Location:

22 Wall St.

New Haven, CT, 06511

United States

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Phone:

(203) 562-5437

Shore Line Trolley Museum

Astronomy Night at Shore Line Trolley Museum

The first trolley will leave the museum and transport the general public to the telescopes situated along the railway line in the Farm River Marsh. At 6:00PM the Astronomical Society will lecture on the basics of astronomy, review various meteorite samples and familiarize guests with the various telescopes including one you can make on your own.

Dates:

11/17/2018

5:30 - 8 pm

Shore Line Trolley Museum

Organization:

Location:

17 River Street

East Haven , CT, 06512

United States

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Phone:

(203) 467-6927

Essex Steam Train The North Pole Express

Board our locomotive-powered sleigh for a magical nighttime journey to the North Pole. Every coach becomes a stage for a LIVE musical performance of “The Night Before Christmas.” Celebrate the spirit of the season with Santa and Mrs. Claus, festive sing-a-longs, hot chocolate and sugar cookies. Each child will receive a small gift from Santa. Children are invited to wear their favorite pajamas! Make sure those PJs are warm and cozy…it’s cold up at the North Pole! Ride length is approximately 90 minutes

Dates:

11/15/2018

11/16/2018

11/17/2018

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Organization:

Wall Street Theater- Norwalk, CT

Location:

One Railroad Avenue / P.O. Box 452

Essex, CT, 06426

United States

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Phone:

(800) 377-3987

Mooseltoe- Wall Street Theater- Norwalk

Mooseltoe is the charming story about a Moose who wants to fly with Santa's reindeer. Mooseltoe sets out to find the great wise Mooseking for advice, and along the way meets a variety of characters, all of whom teach Mooseltoe valuable life lessons. Meanwhile, there is trouble at the North Pole. Will Mooseltoe be able to save Christmas?

Dates:

11/24/2018

Doors: 1:00 pm / Show: 2:00 pm

Wall Street Theater- Norwalk, CT

Organization:

Location:

71 WALL STREET

NORWALK, CT, 06850

United States

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Phone:

(203) 831-5004

Pez Museum, Factory Store and Manufacturing Center

Visit Santa At the Pez Museum!

Santa is coming to the Pez Museum and you should definitely bring your kids! See the museum, share some Ho Ho Hos and get a 5x7 photo with Santa for $5. Santa will be here on November 24th from 10 am - 2 pm. Reservations aren't required.

Dates:

11/24/2018

10 am - 2 pm

Pez Museum, Factory Store and Manufacturing Center

Organization:

Location:

35 Prindle Hill Road

Orange, CT, 06477

United States

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Phone:

203.795.0531

Snowbirds Holiday Camp

Join us for this holiday vacation program. Fun, fun, fun! We will be creating festive crafts, baking special treats, exploring on the trails, sledding, making snowmen, searching for signs of winter animals in our woods and visiting the resident animals in our zoo room.

Dates:

12/17/2018

12/18/2018

12/19/2018

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM or 1:30 PM

Organization:

Location:

120 Brookside Dr.

Darien, CT, 06820

United States

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Phone:

203-655-7459

Adventures in Science! Early Dismissal Program

Early dismissal at your elementary school? Spend the afternoon learning basic scientific principles through simple, hands-on experiments. Explosions, rockets and magic tricks will all be a part of our afternoon!

Dates:

12/04/2018

2 - 4 PM

Organization:

New Haven Symphony Orchestra

Location:

120 Brookside Dr.

Darien, CT, 06820

United States

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Phone:

203-655-7459

The New Haven Symphony presents Beethoven!

Explore Beethoven’s genius in an all-Beethoven program featuring the heroic Symphony No. 3 and innovative and groundbreaking Piano Concerto No. 4 with Yale Faculty member, pianist Boris Berman.

Dates:

11/29/2018

7:30 pm

New Haven Symphony Orchestra

Organization:

Location:

4 Hamilton Street

New Haven, CT, 06511

United States

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Phone:

1 203-865-0831 Ext 20

Decorate Winter Sugar Cookies at the Lyman Allyn Art Museum!

Children of all ages are in for a treat! Participants can choose from a variety of winter themed cookies, enjoy time spent decorating them, and bring their creations home or to the family tea. To RSVP please call 860.443.2545 x2129. Free with museum admission or purchase of Family Tea tickets.

Dates:

11/24/2018

12 - 1 pm

Easton Country Day School

Organization:

Lyman Allyn Art Museum

Location:

625 Williams Street

New London, CT, 06320

United States

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Phone:

860-443-2545

Easton Country Day School Open House

Come see what Easton Country Day School has to offer!

Dates:

11/18/2018

03/10/2019

12-2 pm

Easton Country Day School

Organization:

Location:

660 Morehouse Rd.

Easton, CT, 06612

United States

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Phone:

(203) 268-5530

A Charlie Brown Christmas Live at The Palace

A Charlie Brown Christmas, the Emmy® and Peabody award-winning story by Charles M. Schulz, has warmed the hearts of millions of fans since it first aired on television over fifty years ago. Now the classic animated television special comes to life in this faithful stage adaptation featuring all of your favorite characters and classic Vince Guaraldi score. Join, Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the Peanuts gang as they mount a play, save a tree and uncover the true meaning of Christmas.

Dates:

11/24/2018

1:00 pm and 4:00

Organization:

The Discovery Center at Ridgefield

Location:

61 Atlantic Street Palace Theater

Stamford, CT, 06901

United States

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Phone:

(203) 325-4466 (Box Office)

NOVEMBER ASTRONOMY - STELLAR STORIES at The Discovery Center at Ridgefield

Andromeda is to meet an awful fate by the monster Cetus, but is saved by Perseus who flies in on Pegasus. Mars, Saturn, and if we are lucky, faint Neptune may be viewed.

Dates:

11/17/2018

6:00 pm

New Pond Farm, Redding, CT

Location:

101 Marchant Road

West Redding, CT, 06896

United States

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Phone:

203-438-1063

Science Saturday at the Lyman Allyn Art Museum!

This fun drop-in program, designed for children ages 7-11, encourages participants to explore the intersections between art and science. Each month features a different gallery learning session, mini-experiment and hands-on art project. STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, mathematics)-integrated fun at the Lyman Allyn Art Museum!

Dates:

11/17/2018

12/15/2018

01/19/2019

11 am - 1 pm

Organization:

Lyman Allyn Art Museum

Location:

625 Williams Street

New London, CT, 06320

United States

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Phone:

860-443-2545

Star Party!

This astronomy program is organized by members of the Litchfield Hills Amateur Astronomy Club and the Mattatuck Astronomical Society. Weather permitting; there will be star gazing after the program. 7 P.M., A.B. Ceder Room. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. You are invited to bring your own telescope or binoculars. FREE… Donations will be accepted to help defray the Conservation Center’s programming expenses.

Dates:

11/16/2018

7 pm

Organization:

Location:

80 Whitehall Rd PO Box 368

Litchfield, CT, 06759

United States

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Phone:

8605670857

Bed Furnishings in Early America at the Wadsworth Atheneum

From birth to death, the bed played a significant role in life’s daily cycles. Almost a room within a room, the bed was a place for sleeping as well as intimate activities, such as sex, childbirth, nursing, convalescence, and even death. From the seventeenth to early nineteenth century there was a bed in almost every room of the home. The “best bed”—today we call it the master bed—was usually located in either the distinguished parlor or “best” bedchamber. These were public spaces, where guests were entertained and daily activities took place.

Dates:

11/15/2018

11/16/2018

11/17/2018

All-day

Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art

Organization:

Location:

600 Main Street

Hartford, CT, 06103

United States

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Phone:

8602782670

Westchester's Ridge Hill

Visit Santa’s Cottage at Ridge Hill

From November 11 through December 24, 2018, families can visit Santa Claus in his enchanting home at Ridge Hill! The magical cottage features interactive elements for children and Santa’s library provides a beautiful setting for keepsake photographs.

Dates:

11/15/2018

11/16/2018

11/17/2018

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Organization:

Westchester's Ridge Hill

Location:

1 Ridge Hill Road

Yonkers, NY, 10710

United States

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Phone:

(914) 207-2900

The Very Hungry Caterpillar at The Palace

The Very Hungry Caterpillar, by author/illustrator Eric Carle, has delighted generations of readers since it was first published in 1969 selling more than 43 million copies worldwide.

Dates:

11/27/2018

4 PM

Organization:

Location:

61 Atlantic Street Palace Theater

Stamford, CT, 06901

United States

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Phone:

(203) 325-4466 (Box Office)

Under the ‘Beaver’ Moon Family Night Hike at Roaring Brook Nature Center!

Join us for a guided evening hike under the full moon. This moon was known by early Native American tribes as the Full Beaver Moon because this was the time of year that they trapped beavers before the swamps and rivers froze. Dress for the weather and bring a flashlight.

Dates:

11/23/2018

7:30 pm – 8:45 pm

Roaring Brook Nature Center

Organization:

Location:

70 Gracey Road

Canton, CT, 06019

United States

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Phone:

860-693-0263

Llama Walk with Debbie Labbe from Country Quilt Llama Farm

Come and take a one hour walk with a llama on a beautiful trail! The cost is $20 per person with a percentage donated to the White Memorial Conservation Center. 2:00 p.m., Meet in the Museum parking lot. Call Debbie from Country Quilt Llama Farm at 860-248-0355 to pre-register or to schedule your very own private llama walk.

Dates:

11/18/2018

12/08/2018

12/16/2018

2 pm

Organization:

Location:

80 Whitehall Rd PO Box 368

Litchfield, CT, 06759

United States

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Phone:

8605670857

Greenburgh Nature Center

Train Show at Greenburgh Nature Center

Yonkers Model Railroad Club presents a display of model trains. Members of the club will be on-site to answer questions. Fee: Members Free, Non-members Adults $10, Seniors/Students $9, Children (ages 2-12) $8, Children under 2 Free. Includes admission to all Manor House exhibits

Dates:

11/24/2018

11/25/2018

12/01/2018

10 am - 4 pm

Organization:

Greenburgh Nature Center

Location:

99 Dromore Road

Scarsdale, NY, 10583

United States

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Phone:

914-723-3470

Winter Circus Family Tea at the Lyman Allyn Art Museum!

Join us for a fun-filled afternoon and enjoy tea, a hot chocolate bar, and desserts in the charming Hendel Library. After, kids and adults can explore the Winter Circus exhibition together and find unusual circus themed items in a scavenger hunt. Then everyone will head to the studio to participate in the Lions and Tigers and Bears Puppets – Oh My! art project. Payment is required at the time of reservation. Please call 860.443.2545 x2129.

Dates:

11/24/2018

12/01/2018

12/08/2018

1-3 pm

Organization:

Lyman Allyn Art Museum

Location:

625 Williams Street

New London, CT, 06320

United States

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Phone:

860-443-2545

Ann's Place- Darien CT

Ann's Place Festival of Trees

Welcome the holidays with Festival of Trees Under the Dome for a fresh take on fun. Spirits soar under a 90’ ceiling with Holiday Tree competition, craft beer tasting, and the Tennies & Ties Gala. The weekend brings musicians and dancers, artisans and quilters, gifts, sporting games, Tom Pesce’s Saturday Magic, famous characters, amazing raffles. Festival has it all and only needs YOU! Come help create the miracle of hope & comfort for our neighbors living with cancer by sponsoring, volunteering and attending Festival of Trees at the Danbury Sports Dome!

Dates:

11/16/2018

11/17/2018

11/18/2018

10 AM - 4 PM

Chelsea Piers Connecticut

Location:

Danbury Sports Dome

25 Shelter Rock Ln

Danbury, CT, 06810

United States

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Phone:

203-790-6568 x108

Nutcracker Suite

A family friendly show created for young children and performed by dancers from The Ballet School of Stamford at Chelsea Piers. There will be dancing, crafts, and holiday treats. Hosted by Broadway actor Frank Mastrone.

Dates:

12/08/2018

12/09/2018

Multiple shows between 1-5pm.

Chelsea Piers Connecticut

Organization:

Location:

One Blachley Road

Stamford, CT, 06902

United States

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Phone:

203.989.1100

Essex Steam Train: The Santa Special

All aboard the Santa Special for a one-of-a-kind, daytime holiday experience! Enjoy the spirit of the season as you relax with family and friends aboard festive railway cars adorned with vintage decorations. Make sure you’re camera-ready for that “special moment” when Santa and Mrs. Claus visit each child.

Dates:

11/23/2018

11/24/2018

11/25/2018

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Organization:

Location:

One Railroad Avenue / P.O. Box 452

Essex, CT, 06426

United States

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Phone:

(800) 377-3987

Disney's Beauty & the Beast

We invite you to "Be Our Guest" as this beloved Disney classic comes to life on stage!

Dates:

12/21/2018

12/22/2018

12/23/2018

2:00PM & 7:00PM

White Plains Performing Arts Center

Location:

11 City Place

White Plains, NY, 10601

United States

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Phone:

914.328.1600

Fairfield Museum and History Center

Annual Holiday Express Train Show Opening Night at The Fairfield Museum

It’s a magical night in Fairfield when families gather on the Town Hall Green for music, fellowship and the annual Tree Lighting on Friday, December 2nd. This year the Fairfield Museum will be an exciting part of the festivities as the popular Holiday Express Train Show hosts its grand Opening Night from 5-8:30pm that same evening. These extended hours will give families with young children the opportunity to visit the Holiday Express Train Show before or after the tree lighting! Visitors on opening night will be the first to see the annual show and to delight in the magic of the model trains and winter landscapes surrounding them. In addition, cider, cookies and a craft activity will be available on Opening Night.

Dates:

11/30/2018

5 pm - 8 pm