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APRIL 19 | First Presbyterian Church Of Stamford

Good Friday Concert

Join us for an evening of music and meditation as we re-tell the story of Jesus’ final hours. The evening consists of hymns, instrumental music,

APRIL 20 | Bruce Museum

New Exhibition. Masterpieces from the Museum of Cartoon Art

Masterpieces from the Museum of Cartoon Art will showcase more than 100 original works celebrating the history of this unique art form in America. Among

APRIL 20 | Schelfhaudt Gallery at University of Bridgeport in the Arnold Bernhard Center (ABC)

Wilson Avenue Loft Artists: “Kaleidoscope”

University of Bridgeport’s Schelfhaudt Gallery will host an exhibition called: “WALA: Kaleidoscope” Dates: March 5, 2019 – April 20, 2019 Opening Reception: Tuesday, March 5, 2019 from 5:30

APRIL 20 | New Canaan Library

Nancy Moore, “Emerging Women”

The many faces, strengths, and paths of women are expressed in colorful, intricate and dreamlike beauty by artist Nancy Moore. “Emerging Women” opens at New

APRIL 20 | Bijou Theatre CT

THE BIJOU THEATRE PRESENTS 4/20 FUNNY – COMEDY AT THE BIJOU

HEADLINER SHULI EGAR is a stand up comedian who can be heard on Sirius XM channels Howard 100 and Howard 101. In addition to his

APRIL 20 | Stamford Art Association

ORGANIC WORKS

The Stamford Art Association is pleased to present ORGANIC WORKS Painting by artists Mayole Gonzalez and Fabian Cortes. Opening Reception: Sunday, March 24, 4 - 6 pm Closing Reception:

APRIL 20 | Wakeman Town Farm

EGGstravaganza

Join us Saturday, April 20th from 10am-12pm for Wakeman Town Farm’s 2nd Annual EGGstravaganza. This fun family event celebrates some EGGcellent traditions. We'll open the

APRIL 20 | Pequot Library

Easter Egg Roll

Join us for some traditional holiday fun at the 13th annual Easter Egg Roll on Pequot Library’s Great Lawn. Dance the bunny hop, make crafts, play

APRIL 20 | Connecticut Audubon Society Center At Fairfield

Egg Hunt at Connecticut Audubon in Fairfield

Egg-citement is building once again for The Connecticut Audubon Society’s annual “Egg Hunt” at the Center at Fairfield, 2325 Burr Street. The fun-filled family activities

APRIL 20 | Palace Theatre – Stamford

Rick Thomas Illusionist

Rick Thomas is both a star of ‘Masters of Illusion’ and ‘The Illusionists’ on Broadway. From sold-out performances at Caesars Colosseum to headlining the Sydney

APRIL 20 | Fairfield Theatre Company

Ryan Montbleau Band in The Warehouse FTC

RMB builds a bridge between 70s soul, ragtime, blues-folk-Americana, and the contemporary singer-songwriter vibe of artists like Martin Sexton and Ray LaMontagne. "Montbleau’s continued growth as

APRIL 21 | Mark Twain Library

Freed Formats: the book reconsidered Exhibition

Freed Formats: the book reconsidered is a traveling exhibition of 135 works of book art from 53 artists representing 17 US states and 2 countries.

APRIL 22 | New Canaan Library

MID-CENTURY MODERN ARCHITECTURE TRAVEL GUIDE

oin architecture critic Sam Lubell and architectural photographer Darren Bradley for a conversation about their recent book, Mid-Century Modern Architecture Travel Guide: East Coast USA

APRIL 23 | Quick Center for the Arts at Fairfield University

Gallery Talk: The Great War and Beyond: Early 20th-Century Prints in the James Reed Collection

Michelle DiMarzo, the Curator of Education and Academic Engagement, will present a gallery talk titled The Great War and Beyond: Early 20th-Century Prints in the

APRIL 23 | Bridgeport Public Library – North End Branch

“A Hard Road to Travel – From Connecticut to Gettysburg 1863”

Carolyn Ivanoff, Shelton educator and historian will present “A Hard Road to Travel – From Connecticut to Gettysburg 1863,” the story of four young

APRIL 24 | Westport Historical Society

The British Are Coming: The Danbury Raid of 1777

Join Westport Historical Society on Wednesday, April 24th, from 7 to 8 pm when WHS Advisory Council member and curator of 2017’s Danbury Raid exhibit,

APRIL 24 | Darien Arts Center

Sip and Paint Ladies Night Out

Due to popular demand, a Sip and Paint Ladies Night Out is returning to the Darien Arts Center’s Visual Arts Studio on Wednesday, April 24th,

APRIL 25 | Quick Center for the Arts

Open MINDS Institute Communicating and Protecting: New Roles for the Public and Law Enforcement in Today’s Society

The law enforcement profession by its very existence is a profession of ethics and integrity. As Sir Robert Peel (1829) stated, “the ability of the

APRIL 25 | Mark Twain Library

Freed Formats Exhibition: Japanese Stab Binding Workshop at Mark Twain Library

Join our visiting book-artists Chris and Alice to make your unique book, using a traditional book-binding method known as Japanese stab binding. You’ll decorate

APRIL 25 | Mark Twain Library

Emotional Intelligence: Two Questions and Answers

On Thursday, April 25th at 7:30 p.m. the Mark Twain Library and the Small Business Circle will present a discussion with Chuck Wolfe on Emotional

APRIL 25 | Read’s Artspace

An ‘Enchanted’ Fifth Anniversary at the Maggie Daly Arts Cooperative

Five years ago, The Maggie Daly Arts Cooperative (MDAC) planted seeds that have bloomed into an 'Enchanted Forest' of creative exploration, opportunity and community connection. On

APRIL 25 | Fairfield Theatre Company

David Bromberg Quintet in The Warehouse FTC

If you listened to bluegrass, folk, country or rock music during the 1970s, it was hard to miss the songs of singer-songwriter David Bromberg. Nearly

APRIL 25 | Town Of Fairfield

Shop & Stroll Into Spring in Fairfield

See the must-have top fashion trends for spring! There’ll be something for everyone from apparel, home décor, jewelry, toys, sporting goods, dinner gift cards, best-selling

APRIL 25 | C. Parker Gallery

“A MOMENT IN TIME” With ‘Top 15 Contemporary Master Artist’ Kay Griffith

On Thursday, April 25th from 6:30PM to 8:30PM, C. Parker Gallery (409 Greenwich Avenue, Greenwich, CT) will host the opening reception for “A Moment in

APRIL 26 | Ridgefield Playhouse

BRUCE HORNSBY & THE NOISEMAKERS

Grammy Award-winner Bruce Hornsby returns to The Playhouse with the Noisemakers! Best known for his 1980s radio hits “The Way It Is,” “Mandolin Rain,” and

APRIL 26 | Center For Contemporary Printmaking

PHOTO LITHOGRAPHY

INSTRUCTOR: PAUL DERUVO 3-DAY WORKSHOP, 10AM-4PM CLASS SIZE 4-8, ALL LEVELS This contemporary process allows the artist to work with photosensitive materials to create a printable lithographic plate.

APRIL 26 | Westport Arts Center

5th Annual High School Art Awards Ceremony

Students throughout the region were invited to submit original works of art showcasing their creativity and artistic talent, and have an opportunity to compete for

APRIL 27 | Westport Writers’ Workshop

Ask the Editor S201S with Allison Dickens

Don’t miss this opportunity to sit down with former Random House Publishing Group Senior Editor Allison Dickens for answers to all your questions about the

APRIL 27 | Colorblends House & Spring Garden

A Spring Celebration: Open House & Open Garden

Join us to celebrate spring at Colorblends House & Spring Garden on Saturday, April 27, 2019 between 10 and 6pm. There will be plenty of food,

APRIL 27 | Redding Community Center

REDDING’S MARK TWAIN LIBRARY 24th ANNUAL FROG FROLIC — A CHILDREN’S COUNTRY FAIR

For the past two decades on a Saturday in early spring, all of Redding has rallied on behalf of their Mark Twain Library for a

APRIL 27 | Ridgefield Playhouse

STUART LITTLE

Presented by Virginia Rep on Tour From the loving heart of E. B. White comes this merry musical about a noble mouse who jumps headlong into

APRIL 27 | Heather Gaudio Fine Art

“Martin Kline: Hammock Paintings & Recent Works”

Heather Gaudio Fine Art is pleased to present Martin Kline: Hammock Paintings & Recent Works, the artist’s second solo exhibition at the gallery. This

APRIL 27 | New Pond Farm Education Center

New Pond Farm’s Chef’s Table

Relax with a seasonal Welcome Cocktail and spend an early spring evening with renowned chef Scott Drozd as he prepares a

APRIL 27 | Westport Historical Society

Destination Westport: In Gatsby’s Shoes

Join Westport Historical Society on Saturday, April 27, from 9:15 am until 11:30 am, for a gorgeous, vigorous 120 minute walk in one of the

APRIL 27 | Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens

ArborEarth Festival

ArborEarth is a fun family festival! As the original home of Dr. Frances Bartlett, 'the father of arboriculture,' the Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens is the

APRIL 27 | Connecticut Audubon Society Birdcraft Museum and Sanctuary

Bird Banding Program

Celebrate the seasonal return of our migrating feathered friends with a unique, bird's-eye view of bird banding at The Connecticut Audubon Society’s Birdcraft Museum and

APRIL 27 | Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center

Battle of Ridgefield Anniversary

Celebrate the 242nd anniversary of the Battle of Ridgefield (April 27, 1777). Stop by to see the famed cannonball, lodged in the side of the

APRIL 27 | Fairfield Public Library

Jazzed Up! Celebrating Fairfield Libraries through Music

View the photography of David Pressler on display in the Kershner Gallery and Periodicals Room to complement The Library Suite, an original jazz composition by

APRIL 27 | St. Philip Artists’ Guild

Awakening: Art Exhibit & Open Studios

The St. Philip Artists' Guild Presents AWAKENING. A new art exhibit featuring current works from members and 6 special guest artists. This year, each artist has

APRIL 27 | Fairfield Theatre Company

Ivy League of Comedy on FTC StageOne

The Ivy League of Comedy honors audiences with original, well-written comedy that doesn’t resort to playing on stereotypes or picking on the audience. Known for

APRIL 27 | Fairfield Theatre Company

The Weight in The Warehouse FTC

Performing their current album, World Gone Mad, as well as classic songs of The Band, The Weight Band is led by Jim Weider, a 15-year

APRIL 28 | Round Hill Community Church

The Chamber Players Of The Greenwich Symphony Present Uncommon Voices

Chamber Players of the Greenwich Symphony present "Uncommon Voices" Elgar Romance for Bassoon and Strings, Op. 62 Vaughan-Williams Piano Quintet Rossini Duo for Cello and Bass in D Jongen Introduction and Dance for Viola

APRIL 28 | Edgerton Center for the Performing Arts

Sacred Heart University Spring Band Concert

The Sacred Heart University Band will present "Broadway and Beyond" on Sunday, April 28, at 7 p.m. as part of the Band's 25th Anniversary celebration.

APRIL 28 | Fairfield Museum And History Center

Images 2019: Photography Show – Featuring Jen Edney

Hailing from land-locked Nebraska, Edney has clocked over 50,000 offshore miles. She was recently named by National Geographic as one of “Nine Female Photographers Who

APRIL 28 | Ridgefield Guild Of Artists

Freed Formats: the book reconsidered

Freed Formats: the book reconsidered is a traveling exhibition of 135 works of book art from 53 artists representing 17 US states and 2 countries.

APRIL 28 | Mark Twain Library

Freed Formats Exhibit: Codex at Mark Twain Library

Codex is a 20-minute film written and directed by Micah Bloom, an artist and professor at the Minot State University in Minot, North Dakota. Following

APRIL 28 | Loft Artists Association

Nature Abstracted – Work by Julliette Tehrani

“Nature Abstracted” Work by Julliette Tehrani March 30 – April 28, 2019 Opening Reception, Saturday, April 6, 5 to 7pm Stamford, CT January 18, 2019, Explore

APRIL 28 | Quick Center for the Arts at Fairfield University

Ailey II Dance Company to Perform at Quick Center on April 28th

Neighborhood Studios of Fairfield County (NSFC) will host its annual fundraiser on Sunday, April 28th at 5:30 p.m. at the Quick Center for the Arts

APRIL 28 | Ridgefield Playhouse

IN THE MOOD – A 1940S MUSICAL REVUE

Join us at 3:15pm for a free Italian wine tasting by Pera Wines and an art exhibit by Lisa Kuller in the lobby! 25TH SILVER ANNIVERSARY

APRIL 28 | Mark Twain Library

Freed Formats Exhibit: Artist Talk, Screening and Closing Reception at Mark Twain Library

On Sunday, April 28, at 3 pm, the Mark Twain Library will host a closing reception for Freed Formats: the book reconsidered, along with the

APRIL 28 | Town of Stratford

Stratford Restaurant Week

Stratford's annual Restaurant Week takes place Sunday April 28, 2019 Through Saturday, May 4, 2019. Stratford Restaurant Week returns April 28 – May 4, 2019 Stratford’s popular

APRIL 28 | Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center

Annual Barn Tag Sale

Spring time is Tag Sale season and we have a barn-load full of treasures and trinkets that you've got to check out! Furniture, China, Glassware,

APRIL 28 | Rowayton Arts Center

Rowayton Arts Center Adult Workshop with Will McCarthy April 27 and 28

Will McCarthy will be teaching a workshop, “Atmospheric Landscapes” at the Rowayton Arts Center (RAC) during the weekend of April 27 and 28, from 10

APRIL 28 | Pequot Library

The Library Suite – Afternoon Jazz Concert

Immerse yourself in a musical journey and celebration of libraries with an afternoon of jazz. Join the libraries of Fairfield for the premiere of The

APRIL 29 | Greenwich Arts Council

The Chamber Players Of The Greenwich Symphony Present Uncommon Voices

APRIL 29 | Westport Woman’s Club

Westport Woman’s Club ART SHOW – April 27-29, 2019

The Westport Woman’s Club will host its annual Art Show on Saturday, April 27 (5:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Opening Reception), Sunday, April 28

APRIL 30 | Flinn Gallery

Spaces of Uncertainty

This spring the Flinn Gallery presents Spaces of Uncertainty, featuring the works of painter Valeri Larko and photographer Linda Kuehne.  Opening reception is Thursday,

APRIL 30 | Westport Continuing Education @ Staples High School

Fundamentals of Investing

Let longtime Westport Continuing Education instructor Brenda Catugno demystify the world of investing. Understand the meaning of cash equivalents, stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and annuities,

MAY 2 | Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum

Evening for Educators: The Art of Taking Risks

Want to become a better risk-taker? Join us for a free-spirited exploration of the exhibitions on view with Rachel Ropeik, museum educator and Manager of

MAY 3 | Westport Arts Center

Leonard Bernstein Concert Series: Trio Solisti

Called "the most exciting piano trio in America” by The New Yorker, Trio Solisti's violinist Maria Bachmann, cellist Alexis Pia Gerlach, and pianist Fabio Bidini

MAY 3 | Ridgefield Playhouse

CHRIS BOTTI

Join us at 7:15pm for a free Italian wine tasting by Pera Wines and an art exhibit in the lobby! Since the release of his 2004

MAY 3 | Fairfield Theatre Company

FTC Celebrates Disco 3rd Annual Dance Party Fun-raiser

FTC CELEBRATES DISCO 3rd Annual Dance Party Fun-raiser Friday 5/3 • in The Warehouse FTC 3rd Annual Dance Party celebrates disco and the dance-floor divas, one-hit wonders,

MAY 3 | The Warehouse

FTC CELEBRATES: DISCO Dance Party Fun-Raiser

Break out your platforms and polyester! It’s time for FTC’s… 3rd ANNUAL DANCE PARTY FUN-RAISER FRIDAY, MAY 3, 2019 8:00 – 11:00 PM THE WAREHOUSE @FTC

MAY 3 | Greenwich Arts Council

Picture This. A Decade Behind the Lens with Mike and Sally Harris

The Greenwich Arts Council presents Picture This: a decade behind the lens with Mike and Sally Harris, featuring selected photographs by local photographers Mike and

MAY 4 | Westport Writers’ Workshop

Social Media for Authors S101S with Jessica Grunenberg

Writers today need more than just a great story; they need a strong online presence. Social media is one of the most effective ways for

MAY 4 | Center For Contemporary Printmaking

MEZZOTINT ENGRAVING AND PRINTING

INSTRUCTOR: CAROL WAX 2-DAY WORKSHOP, 10AM-4PM CLASS SIZE 4-8, ALL LEVELS Mezzotint is a direct, non-toxic method for engraving luminous prints with rich tones and dramatic lighting effects.

MAY 4 | Ridgefield Playhouse

WAYNE BRADY

It’s a night of improvisational comedy and music from the multi-talented, six-time Emmy Award-winner and Grammy Award-nominee — a true showbiz renaissance man. Actor, singer,

MAY 4 | Pequot Library

Pequot Derby Day

A Fundraiser for Pequot Library Celebrate the running of the 145th Kentucky Derby with an afternoon of big hats, cold drinks, tasty food, and good friends

MAY 4 | Wakeman Town Farm

Wakeman Town Farm Sweet Spring Open House

Tra la, it’s spring! Come celebrate the gaiety and greening of the season at Wakeman Town Farm’s Sweet Spring Open House, on

MAY 5 | Ridgefield Playhouse

THE WINERY DOGS

OPENING ACT: STATION (ACOUSTIC TRIO) The Winery Dogs is a power rock supergroup comprised of vocalist and guitarist Richie Kotzen, who made his mark with

MAY 5 | Beechwood Arts and Innovation

JOURNEYS Arts Immersion Salon

In its barest form, a journey is a change over time. It can be psychological or physical, linear or circular. It may be voluntary or

MAY 5 | The Glass House

ARCHITECT KENGO KUMA

Join distinguished architect Kengo Kuma for a lecture about his approach to design and current projects. Recent works include the China Academy of Art Museum

MAY 5 | browngrotta arts

Art + Identity, an international view

Continuing its 32-year legacy of representing and exhibiting works devoted to contemporary fiber arts, browngrotta arts is proud to announce this year’s “Art in the

MAY 6 | Darien Arts Center

Introduction to Traditional Calligraphy

The Darien Arts Center is offering two new springtime classes for adults: Introduction to Traditional Calligraphy and Gold Leaf Gilding for Works of Art.

MAY 7 | Greenwich Historical Society

Genealogy Workshops

This four-week class offers options for organizing what you already know, as well as for researching and recording your family’s history. Beginning with a pedigree

MAY 8 | Stamford Yacht Club

“After Brexit?” – Ambassadors’ Roundtable Dinner

The World Affairs Forum presents: "After Brexit?" Ambassador Charles Ries Ambassador Charles Ries is vice president, International at the RAND Corporation, where he oversees RAND's international offices and

MAY 8 | Ridgefield Playhouse

Southside Johnny & The Asbury Jukes

OPENING ACT: DOUG WAHLBERG BAND The Godfather of the New Jersey sound, Southside Johnny has been a staple in the Garden State music scene since 1976

MAY 8 | New Pond Farm Education Center

Birding & Breakfast with Miley Bull

Miley is one of a kind, a well-known ornithologist, a world traveler, a raconteur, and CT Audubon Society’s Senior Director of

MAY 8 | Beechwood Arts and Innovation

JOURNEYS Art Open House StoryShare

In its barest form, a journey is a change over time. It can be psychological or physical, linear or circular. It may be voluntary or

MAY 8 | Westport Continuing Education @ Staples High School

Essential Financial Planning for Business Owners

As a business partner or owner, your business and personal finances are closely linked. You have obligations to your partners, investors, employees, and family—but what

MAY 9 | Avon Theatre Film Center

THE BRINK

The Avon Theatre presents a Documentary Night screening of THE BRINK. There will be a post-film Q&A with producer Marie Therese Guirgis. THE BRINK follows

MAY 9 | Carriage Barn Arts Center

Spectrum Contemporary Art Show: DITTO

Spectrum is a juried exhibition of original, contemporary artwork in all media. The 2019 theme is DITTO, giving artists the opportunity to showcase multiples –

MAY 9 | Connecticut Audubon Society Birdcraft Museum and Sanctuary

Healing Through Nature: Qigong and Meditation with Gong Classes

The Connecticut Audubon Society introduces new Healing through Nature classes at the newly renovated historic Birdcraft Museum space in Fairfield. Two series are offered:

MAY 10 | Westport Arts Center

Venice Queen of the Adriatic: Lectures + Trip to the Met

This evening series of talks explores the history, theory and dissemination of Venetian art from the mid 1440’s to the middle of the 1500’s.

MAY 11 | Westport Writers’ Workshop

Learn to Outline (How to Write a Novel and Not Lose Your Mind) – S210S with Jessica Speart

If you are like most writers, you spend a long time thinking about your novel. Maybe you even start to hear the voices of the different

MAY 11 | Ferguson Library Main Branch

The Stamford Public Schools Teachers Art Show on Display at The Ferguson Library

The Stamford Public Schools Teachers Art Show is on display in the Third Floor Auditorium Gallery of the Ernest A. DiMattia, Jr. Building of The

MAY 11 | Westport Arts Center

Leonard Bernstein Concert Series: Ensemble Rebel

Hailed by The New York Times as "sophisticated and beguiling" and praised by The Los Angeles Times for their "astonishingly vital music-making," the award-winning, New

MAY 11 | Palace Theatre – Stamford

Connecticut Ballet Presents ‘Old, New, Borrowed & Blue!’

Connecticut Ballet, the state's professional ballet company, presents its spring production, "Old, New, Borrowed & Blue!" Curated by Artistic Director Brett Raphael, the evening includes

MAY 11 | Rowayton Arts Center

“BIG & small”

A new show at the Rowayton Arts Center (RAC), “BIG & small,” will be on view April 14, 2019 through May 11, 2019. This

MAY 11 | The Wilton Playshop

Roll the Dice at The Wilton Playshop with Guys and Dolls

Gangsters, gamblers, missionary dolls, and showgirls are set to take the stage in The Wilton Playshop’s production of Guys and Dolls. Directed by Lynne

MAY 11 | Westport Country Playhouse

In the Heights

IN THE HEIGHTS music and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda book by Quiara Alegría Hudes conceived by Lin-Manuel Miranda directed and choreographed by Marcos Santana April 23 – May 11, 2019 Winner

MAY 11 | Maggie Daly Arts Cooperative

Community Workshop: Create your own ceramic tile art

The Maggie Daly Arts Cooperative (MDAC) is hosting a FREE community arts workshop with painter and tile artist Kim Salander. Participants will be introduced to

MAY 12 | Colorblends House & Spring Garden

Come See Spring in Bridgeport!

Now in its fifth year, Colorblends House and Spring Garden in Bridgeport features a half-acre idea garden bursting with 50,000 spring bulb flowers of various

MAY 12 | C. Parker Gallery

“A MOMENT IN TIME” With ‘Top 15 Contemporary Master Artist’ Kay Griffith

Globally renowned artist Kay Griffith begins her world tour before her appearance at the 2019 London Biennale, at C. Parker Gallery in Greenwich, CT on

MAY 13 | Ridgefield Playhouse

STEVE EARLE & THE DUKES

OPENING ACT: THE MASTERSONS Grammy Award-winning Americana artist, Steve Earle & The Dukes return to The Playhouse with a new album, Guy, comprised of songs written

MAY 14 | Bruce Museum

Science Lecture: Predator Turned Prey: The Controversial Trade in Sharks and Shark Fin Products

In conjunction with the Bruce Museum science exhibition, "Sharks!", Captain Jesse Paluch, Chief Environmental Conservation Officer, NYS ENCON Police Bureau of Environmental Crimes Investigation, takes

MAY 14 | Westport Continuing Education @ Staples High School

iPhone Photos: Better Pix in Your Pocket

That phone in your pocket or your purse has a great camera, so why aren't your photos great? iPhone photography is a little bit computer

MAY 15 | Ferguson Library

“TBD” Forum Presentation

The World Affairs Forum presents: TBD Ferguson Library, Corner of Broad & Bedford Sts. DiMattia Bldg, 3rd Floor Auditorium Advance reservation and payment requested. Members Free Public $20 Check-in, Networking & Refreshments

MAY 15 | Ridgefield Playhouse

PAUL ANKA – ANKA SINGS SINATRA – HIS SONGS, MY SONGS, MY WAY

Join us in the lobby before the show for a cocktail party featuring a wine tasting by Pera Wines and appetizers prepared by the Culinary

MAY 15 | Quick Center for the Arts at Fairfield University

Modern and Contemporary Prints in the James Reed Collection

Carey Weber, the Frank and Clara Meditz Executive Director, will present a gallery talk titled Modern and Contemporary Prints in the James Reed Collection Note

MAY 15 | Avon Theatre Film Center

MEMPHIS MAJIC

The Avon Theatre presents a Black Lens screening of MEMPHIS MAJIC. Please join us for a pre-film reception at 6:30pm. There will be a post-film

MAY 16 | Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens

Horticultural Therapy Lecture

As part of its "Backyard Gardening" series, the Bartlett Arboretum presents Erin Backus speaking on "Horticultural Therapy." Horticultural Therapy is a process of using plants, directed

MAY 16 | Darien Arts Center

Scene Study for Adults

Carole Claps, director of Darien's Got Talent, leads this traditional acting & scene study class. If you have a love of performing or always wondered

MAY 16 | C. Parker Gallery

“Good Times, Big Hair” Rock n’ Roll of the ’80’s featuring photography of Mark Weiss and art of Steve Lacy

Just in Time for the Greenwich Town Party, C. Parker Gallery welcomes iconic 80’s rock & roll photographer Mark Weiss with special guest Fox 5

MAY 17 | Center For Contemporary Printmaking

INK INTERACTION: AKUA VISCOSITY

INSTRUCTOR: CATHERINE KERNAN 2-DAY WORKSHOP, 10AM-4PM CLASS SIZE 4-8, ALL LEVELS Just as peanut butter will not stick to jelly, a loose ink will reject a stiff ink.

MAY 17 | Ridgefield Playhouse

THE MAGIC OF ADAM TRENT

Produced by the creative team behind The Illusionists, the world’s best-selling touring magic show, The Magic of Adam Trent is an immersive entertainment extravaganza of

MAY 17 | Beechwood Arts and Innovation

JOURNEYS BFD

Our most popular, intimate event! The BFD (Benjamin Franklin Dinner) is a chance to explore the theme of Journeys with the goal of bettering self

MAY 17 | Bruce S. Kershner Gallery

Thu Tran, Sarah Chapman, and Mari Gyorgyey

The Kershner Gallery in the Fairfield Public Library invites the public to “Intensity”, a reception for the artwork of Thu Tran, Sarah Chapman, and Mari

MAY 17 | Fairfield University Bookstore

Bestselling Author Armando Lucas Correa to Speak in Fairfield  

The internationally bestselling author of The German Girl, delivers an unforgettable family saga of love and redemption during World War II, based on the true

MAY 18 | Westport Writers’ Workshop

Building A Multi-dimensional Scene – S211S with Julie Sarkissian

A successful scene develops story, character and narrative through numerous elements of craft. We all tend to rely on certain elements of craft more than others.

MAY 18 | Westport Writers’ Workshop

An Introduction to Scrivener with Chris Friden

You’ve probably heard other writers rave about using Scrivener––maybe even tapped a few keystrokes yourself––but perhaps remain reluctant to convert. This workshop will help mitigate

MAY 18 | Audubon Center in Greenwich

Spring Migration Bird Walk at Audubon Greenwich

Join Ted Gilman for our weekly Saturday bird walks at Audubon Greenwich! The center's open fields, apple orchard, wetlands and woodlands provide great habitat for

MAY 18 | Norwalk Concert Hall

Norwalk Symphony Orchestra’s Season Finale – Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9

Norwalk Symphony closes its 79th season on Saturday, May 18, 2019 at 8:00pm in the Norwalk Concert Hall with Beethoven's Symphony No. 9.

MAY 18 | Darien Historical Society

Ambulance 255: Spirit of the American Volunteer

The Darien Historical Society will have a 1916 Ambulance outside the Society starting at 11 a.m., and at 2 p.m. there will be a dramatic

MAY 18 | Stamford Museum and Nature Center

An Evening with Jacques Pepin

Our annual Spring benefit features the opportunity to meet noted French Culinary icon Chef Jacques Pepin, followed by a Pepin-inspired four-course dinner paired with superb

MAY 18 | Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center

Cannonball Gala

Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center's signature spring fundraising event. The evening’s festivities will honor Ed and Gaetana McGill with a presentation of the Cannonball Award.

MAY 18 | Westport Arts Center

Westport Arts Center 50th Anniversary Gala

Its hard to believe, but the Westport Arts Center is celebrating 50 years of bringing the arts to our community. From championing our local

MAY 19 | The MAC – Milford Arts Council

The Waffle House Five

Award-winning Pantochino Productions Inc presents a new musical by Bert Bernardi & Justin Rugg. Ten million dollars in lottery dreams are up for grabs

MAY 19 | Ridgefield Playhouse

Rodrigo Y Gabriela

Mexican acoustic rock guitar duo Rodrigo y Gabriela have been blending metal, jazz and Hispanic roots music in their own unique, unmistakable style for more

MAY 19 | ARTWorks Gallery on the Green

Andrew Barnett Davis and Duvian Montoya at ARTWorks Gallery

Two artists, two visions. Andrew Barnett Davis’ sketches are inspired by his stone carvings and used as a communication device for elucidating a viewpoint, text

MAY 19 | The MAC – Milford Arts Council

Mannes Guitar Showcase to Benefit the Milford Arts Council

Enjoy a special showcase by The Mannes School of Music. All proceeds from this annual benefit will go directly towards the the Milford Arts Council.

MAY 20 | Westport Continuing Education @ Coleytown Elementary School

Art Exploration: Crazy Fun With Textiles

Weave, dye, paint, and print your way through the wonderfully tactile world of textiles. Join Coleytown Elementary’s very own resident artist as she teaches you

MAY 20 | Westport Continuing Education @ Long Lots Elementary School

Westport Arts Center presents Awesome 3D Art

Think outside the literal box: 3D art is more than just clay sculpture. 3D can mean colorful polymer action figures, wearable art, pop-up art, soft

MAY 22 | Audubon Fairchild Wildflower Garden Preserve

Early Morning Bird Walk at Fairchild Wildflower Garden

Join Ted Gilman for our weekly spring bird walks at Audubon Greenwich's Fairchild Garden Preserve. The preserve's open fields, wetlands and woodlands provide great habitat

MAY 22 | Fairfield University Art Museum

3-Session Lecture Series: Art in France 1900-1920 (Fiona Garland)

Join Fiona Garland for this special three-part lecture series, Art in France, 1900-20, and dive into the dynamic art world of early 20th-century Paris featuring

MAY 22 | Round Hill Community Church

Les Beaux Arts Gallery Presents “Color Musings” by Bethany Brooke

Les Beaux Arts Gallery presents Color Musings, a new show featuring abstract paintings by artist Bethany Brooke. The show opens Sunday, April 14 and runs

MAY 23 | Ridgefield Playhouse

FUNKY DAWGZ BRASS BAND

OPENING ACT: James Zap & Ridgefield High School Jazz Band Join us in the lobby at 7:15pm for a complimentary craft beer tasting by The

MAY 23 | Westport Continuing Education @ Staples High School

Survival Guide for Today’s Technology

Ever feel like technology is moving too fast? Maybe your kids have bought you a new smart phone, and suddenly you're feeling not so smart?

MAY 24 | Ridgefield Playhouse

Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue

OPENING ACT: FUNKY DAWGZ BRASS BAND Join us in the lobby at 7:15pm for a complimentary Italian Wine tasting by Pera Wines and an art exhibit

MAY 26 | Loft Artists Association

Bring Another Friend to the LAA

The Loft Artists Association is hosting its second annual member/guest show, “Bring Another Friend to the LAA” 575 Pacific Street May 4 through May 26, 2019, Opening

MAY 28 | Quick Center for the Arts at Fairfield University

Holiday Camp: Singing for the Stage

Introducing Holiday Camp: a creative way to take a break from school and delve into the arts! We’re bringing back the popular summer camp a

MAY 28 | Westport Continuing Education @ Kings Highway Elementary School

Westport Arts Center presents Awesome 3D Art

Think outside the literal box: 3D art is more than just clay sculpture. 3D can mean colorful polymer action figures, wearable art, pop-up art, soft

MAY 28 | Westport Continuing Education @ Staples High School

Jewelry Workshop

If you have a basic knowledge of jewelry fabrication, this course offers you the time, space, and guidance you need to sharpen your skills, improve

MAY 29 | New Pond Farm Education Center

Feathers, Beaks, Hoots & Tweets — Bird Adaptations

Wednesday May 29, 4 – 5 p.m. Come learn about different adaptations that different birds have. See how they use these adaptations

MAY 30 | Bruce Museum

Curators’ Talk: A Conversation about the Averys, with Barbara Haskell

In conjunction with the exhibition, "Summer with the Averys [Milton | Sally | March]," Barbara Haskell, a curator at the Whitney Museum of American Art

MAY 30 | Westport Continuing Education @ Staples High School

Grant Writing

Whether you want to raise funds for a nonprofit organization or you’re looking for grants from foundations, corporate sources, or individual sources, this class is

MAY 30 | Downtown New Canaan

Art in the Windows, new theme TRUE COLORS

The Carriage Barn Arts Center and New Canaan Society for the Arts in partnership with the New Canaan Chamber of Commerce are staging their annual

MAY 30 | Stamford Art Association

Stamford Art Association Exhibition Spring Fling

The Stamford Art Association is pleased to present SPRING FLING May 3rd to 30th, 2019 Opening Reception: Friday, May 3, 2019, 6 - 8 pm The

MAY 31 | The Gallery At Still River Editions

Rusted Relics: Photographs by Lisa Berger and Tara Tomaselli

"Rusted Relics" is a two-artist exhibition of color photographs by Lisa Berger of Newtown and Tara Tomaselli of Bethel. Berger and Tomaselli both have bodies

MAY 31 | New Pond Farm Education Center

New Pond Farm Art Show Preview Party

Join local artists for a gala evening of beautiful art, live music, delicious wine & hors d’oeuvres. This event for adults is

MAY 31 | The Patterson Club

10th Annual Ladies’ Literary Luncheon

Join the Friends of the Fairfield Public Library for a Ladies' Literary Luncheon with special guest, New York Times Bestselling Author, Martha Hall Kelly.

MAY 31 | Ridgefield Playhouse

An Evening with the Celebrity Housewives

HOSTED BY: LOU MILANO OF ETHAN & LOU ON I95 Ready for the ultimate Girls Night Out? Enjoy this intimate, fun-filled evening with some of your

MAY 31 | Geary Gallery

Jim Malloy: Abstract Expressions

This May, the Geary Gallery of Darien is proud to present “Abstract Expressions,” featuring the unique and colorful abstract paintings of New Fairfield, CT artist,

JUNE 1 | Westport Writers’ Workshop

Write and Publish Your Personal Essays – S206S with C. Flanagan Flynn

It is a wonderful time to be an essay writer; editors are looking for great writing and it might as well be yours! In addition

JUNE 1 | Ridgefield Playhouse

RICH VOS & FRIENDS

Back with a great cast of friends, Rich Vos returns to The Playhouse stage after three previous sold-out shows. From hosting his popular Sirius XM

JUNE 1 | Former Calypso Space, Westport

Uncovered: What She Hides

This month-long pop-up exhibition is a platform for women artists in Westport to bring forth works that frequently remain hidden: creative responses and expressions that

JUNE 2 | Bruce Museum

Your Place Squared: A Community Art Project

The Bruce Museum is organizing an exhibition of small artworks created entirely by the public for the public. We invite art lovers of all ages,

JUNE 2 | Bruce Museum

Buried Treasures of the Silk Road

Opening on February 10, 2019, "Buried Treasures of the Silk Road" highlights the extraordinary collection of Chinese tomb art in the Fred and Jane Brooks

JUNE 2 | C. Parker Gallery

“Good Times, Big Hair” Rock n’ Roll of the ’80’s featuring photography of Mark Weiss and art of Steve Lacy

Just in Time for the Greenwich Town Party, C. Parker Gallery welcomes iconic 80’s rock & roll photographer Mark Weiss with special guest Fox 5

JUNE 2 | Ridgefield Playhouse

Dick Cavett Presents… A Conversation with Christopher Walken

In the next installment of his new series at The Playhouse, Emmy Award-winner Dick Cavett will interview Academy Award-winner Christopher Walken live on stage. A portion

JUNE 5 | Ridgefield Playhouse

Christian McBride & Tip City

Join us in the lobby at 7:15pm for a complimentary wine tasting and art exhibit by a local artist! Grammy Award-winning composer and bassist extraodinaire, Christian

JUNE 6 | Ridgefield Playhouse

MONSIEUR PERINÉ – LA SOMBRA WORLD TOUR

Nominated for Best Latin Rock, Urban or Alternative Album and winner of The Latin Grammy Award for Best New Artist, this Bogotá-based musical ensemble from

JUNE 6 | Gilles Clement Gallery

ROBERT MARS Solo Exhibition: These Important Years

Gilles Clement Gallery is pleased to present These Important Years, a solo exhibition featuring recent works of contemporary artist Robert Mars. Mars has produced a

JUNE 6 | Bijou Theatre CT

COMEDY NIGHT AT THE BIJOU – JT MOORE & FRIENDS

COMEDY NIGHT AT THE BIJOU - JT MOORE & FRIENDS James T Moore is a comedian from Hartford/Bridgeport, CT who has performed in Boston, Manhattan, Rhode

JUNE 7 | Ridgefield Playhouse

David Crosby & Friends – Sky Trails Tour 2019

VIP MEET & GREET PACKAGE AVAILABLE! Two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and co-founder of The Byrds and Crosby, Stills & Nash, David Crosby returns

JUNE 7 | Center For Contemporary Printmaking

SILKSCREEN MONOTYPE

INSTRUCTOR: CHRISTOPHER SHORE 1-DAY WORKSHOP, 10AM-4PM CLASS SIZE 4-8, ALL LEVELS Participants in this unique workshop will be introduced to the versatile world of monotypes utilizing a screenprint

JUNE 8 | New Pond Farm Education Center

Earth Art

Join local artists, Kris Holm and Victoria Wyndham, for an unforgettable afternoon at the farm creating earth friendly artwork using only the elements of nature,

JUNE 8 | Quick Center for the Arts

The Artist Collects: Highlights from the James Reed Print Collection

Opening Reception Wed. March 13, 6-7:30pm. The exhibition runs through June 8, 2019. Hours: Wednesday - Saturday: 12-noon to 4pm. The Gallery will also

JUNE 8 | Ridgefield Playhouse

JAY AND THE AMERICANS

OPENING ACT: THE WAY-BACK MACHINE With original members Sandy Deanne, Howie Kane, Marty Sanders and the powerhouse lead of Jay Reincke, Jay & the Americans return

JUNE 9 | New Pond Farm Education Center

New Pond Farm Invitational Art Show

New Pond Farm is pleased to announce the 2019 Invitational Art Show to benefit New Pond Farm. The show will be held June 1-9 with

JUNE 9 | Ridgefield Playhouse

SETH MEYERS

Don’t miss this night of stand-up from the Emmy Award-winning writer and host of “Late Night with Seth Meyers!” He was a writer and cast

JUNE 9 | Greenwich Art Society

The Greenwich Art Society presents a special workshop with noted artist Karen Blackwood “Painting the Essence of the Sea”

The Greenwich Art Society presents a special workshop this June with artist Karen Blackwood: Painting the Essence of the Sea Time: 10:00 am to 4:00 Pm Dates: Saturday

JUNE 10 | Stamford Museum & Nature Center Farmhouse

Spring Cooking Class Flavor-Packed Power Meals with Chef Silvia Baldini

Expand your repertoire for guests and family and boost your skills -- learn from 'Chopped' champion Chef Silvia Baldini. Six progressive classes to improve your

JUNE 11 | Center For Contemporary Printmaking

MONOTYPE

INSTRUCTOR: MARINA ANCONA 5-DAY WORKSHOP, 10AM-4PM CLASS SIZE 4-8, ALL LEVELS Using a range of new and traditional techniques based in the monotype process, artists in this workshop

JUNE 12 | Ridgefield Playhouse

TERRI CLARK

With over 5 million albums sold, critically acclaimed international tours, and hit singles such as “Better Things To Do,” “Poor Poor Pitiful Me,” “Girls Lie

JUNE 13 | Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens

Margaret Roach – A Way to Garden

As part of its Backyard Gardening series, the Bartlett Arboretum presents Margaret Roach speaking on "A Way to Garden." Margaret Roach, after 15 years

JUNE 14 | Westport Writers’ Workshop

Back for the 4th Summer – Using “You”: Vulnerability and Your Writing with Kate Gray

“You do not have to be good,” writes Mary Oliver. She invites you, and everyone, to tell her your despair and she will tell you

JUNE 14 | Ridgefield Playhouse

RANDY RAINBOW

TWO SHOWS! 6/13 AND 6/14 Back after a sold out show last year! Randy Rainbow is an American comedian, actor, singer, writer and satirist best known

JUNE 15 | Ridgefield Playhouse

AL DI MEOLA – OPUS & MORE ACOUSTIC US TOUR

VIP MEET & GREET PACKAGE AVAILABLE! Join us in the lobby at 7:15pm for a complimentary wine tasting and an art exhibit by a local artist. This

JUNE 20 | Ridgefield Playhouse

Lonestar

Known for merging their country roots with strong melodies and rich vocals, Lonestar has sold more than ten million albums since 1995, and achieved ten

JUNE 21 | Ridgefield Playhouse

Jon Batiste & Stay Human – Summer Gala

You see him every night on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert — now see him LIVE with his band Stay Human at The Ridgefield

JUNE 22 | Center For Contemporary Printmaking

WOODBLOCK BIRDS AND BEASTS

INSTRUCTOR: LYELL CASTONGUAY 2-DAY WORKSHOP, 10AM-4PM CLASS SIZE 4-8, ALL LEVELS Create a realistic or fantastical depiction of your favorite animal using traditional western woodblock printmaking techniques. This course

JUNE 22 | Curtain Call

Curtain Call’s Spring 2019 Theatre Arts Classes

Curtain Call is Stamford, CT's longest-running and only nonprofit, theatre producing company providing year-round live, theatrical productions and theatre arts classes for young and old

JUNE 22 | Heather Gaudio Fine Art

“Valeria Nascimento: BLOOM” exhibition opens May 3rd

Heather Gaudio Fine Art is pleased to announce Valeria Nascimento: BLOOM, the Brazilian artist’s first solo exhibition at the gallery. The show will open

JUNE 23 | ACT Of Connecticut

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Winner of the Tony and the Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee has charmed audiences across the country

JUNE 23 | Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum

Historic Grounds & Modern Gardens – Juried Exhibition

The exhibition has been juried by artist and Trustee Gail Ingis. “I am very pleased by the amount of submissions we received and the quality

JUNE 23 | Ridgefield Playhouse

Richard Thompson – Solo/Acoustic

Heralded as “the finest rock songwriter after Dylan and the best electric guitarist since Hendrix,” by the LA Times, Thompson’s genre defying mastery of both

JUNE 24 | Westport Continuing Education @ Staples High School

Ceramics & Pottery Workshop

Ceramics & Pottery entering 6–12 Join us in the professionally equipped Staples ceramics studio, where beginner and experienced students alike can explore techniques with clay through handbuilding,

JUNE 24 | New Pond Farm Education Center

New Pond Farm’s Summer Shakespeare

Get ready for Twelfth Night filled with songs, shipwrecks, and sword fights in Shakespeare’s famous comedy of mistaken identity, practical jokes, re-united siblings, and unrequited

JUNE 27 | Center For Contemporary Printmaking

FUNDAMENTALS OF COPPERPLATE ENGRAVING

INSTRUCTOR: DAVID BARTHOLD 2-DAY WORKSHOP, 10AM-4PM CLASS SIZE 4-8, ALL LEVELS Engraving is one of the most ancient of printmaking mediums, essentially unchanged in the last half millennium.

JUNE 28 | Fairfield Museum And History Center

Explore the World Summer Camp

Hop on your bike, explore the natural environment surrounding the Fairfield Museum, and discover the people who’ve lived along the coast. Explore the wide variety

JUNE 28 | Maritime Aquarium At Norwalk

IMAX movie “Backyard Wilderness”

NORWALK, CT – Celebrate the wonders of nature that we can find right outside our own homes – if we would just put

JUNE 28 | Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens

Animal Tracking -Bartlett Summer Camp

Mammals, Reptiles, Birds, Insects! The forest is alive with critters if you know where to look. Spend the week discovering how a variety of animals

JUNE 28 | Rowayton Community Center

Shakespeare on the Sound 2019 Summer Camps – First Folio Kids

This camp is perfect for children aged 9-11 years old who are interested in acting but do not want the pressure of auditioning for and

JUNE 28 | Rowayton Community Center

Shakespeare on the Sound 2019 Summer Camps – Groundlings

Campers aged 6-8 years old will explore the characters and plot of Twelfth Night through theater games and fun activities. They will learn basic

JUNE 28 | Greenwich Art Society

Special One Week Summer Camp Program at the Greenwich Art Society!

Greenwich Art Society Summer Camp June 24 to June 28 with Kathie Milligan Ages 6 to 8 from 10:00 to 12:00: $395 (for 5 days) Ages

JUNE 29 | The Klein

The Midtown Men

An event to benefit The Center for Family Justice. The Midtown Men Tenth Anniversary Tour reunites stars from the Original Broadway Cast of the smash hit

JUNE 29 | Artists’ Market

Maggie Taylor is Seeing Things

Artists’ Market is pleased to present an exhibition of extraordinary images by Maggie Taylor titled ‘Seeing Things” from April 12th through June 29th, 2019. There

JULY 3 | Westport Continuing Education @ Staples High School

Woodworking for Students in Grades 7 – 12

Introduction to Woodworking entering 7–12 Enhance your existing woodworking skills or learn new ones. Receive hands-on instruction in the use of our fully equipped shop tools and

JULY 3 | Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens

Potions and Concoctions – Bartlett Summer Camp

Use plants to make secret potions! Spend time in the Bartlett’s beautiful herb garden – and use the plants we harvest in creative ways.

JULY 5 | Westport Continuing Education @ Staples High School

Musical Theatre Dance Intensive

Musical Theatre Dance Intensive entering 9–college Are you a musical theatre performer looking to improve your dancing skills? Whether you have two left feet

JULY 5 | Darien Arts Center

Shakespeare on the Sound Twelfth Night JR.

Run in partnership with the Darien Arts Center, Twelfth Night Jr. is designed for the avid theater performer. Over 10 days campers will explore and

JULY 5 | New Pond Farm Education Center

New Pond Farm Summer Camp 2019 Session 1

During five action-packed days children (ages 8-12) may become a beekeeper, a farmer, a naturalist, a vegetable gardener, a chef, an artist, a treasure hunter,

JULY 5 | Ridgefield Playhouse

COLBIE CAILLAT FT GONE WEST

VIP Meet & Greet Package Available! Colbie Caillat returns to The Playhouse stage after four sold-out shows with her new band! Gone West is a new

JULY 7 | Pinkney Park

Twelfth Night – Shakespeare on the Sound

Join friends and neighbors this June at a performance of Twelfth Night, Shakespeare on the Sound’s 24th annual outdoor Shakespeare production in Pinkney Park, for

JULY 9 | Center For Contemporary Printmaking

BEYOND MONOTYPE

INSTRUCTOR: KATE MCGLOUGHLIN 2-DAY WORKSHOP, 10AM-4PM CLASS SIZE 4-8, ALL LEVELS Using basic monotype techniques as a springboard, this workshop will explore the world of visual possibilities available

JULY 10 | Ridgefield Playhouse

THE RIGHTEOUS BROTHERS – BILL MEDLEY & BUCKY HEARD

After the passing of Bobby Hatfield in 2003, Bill Medley carries on The Righteous Brothers’ legacy with old friend Bucky Heard! With a string of

JULY 11 | Quick Center for the Arts at Fairfield University

Summer Camp Intensives: Fashion Design

Summer camp Intensives at the quick are a great platform to delve into exciting art forms! -Four intensive afternoons of costume design, urban dance, street art,

JULY 12 | Fairfield Museum And History Center

Time Travelers Summer Camp

History comes to life through an exploration of historic sites and fascinating events. Step back in time when Native Americans lived on the coast, become

JULY 12 | Quick Center for the Arts at Fairfield University

Missoula Children’s Theatre: Pinocchio

This summer, the Quick Center celebrates its 30th season of Missoula Children's Theatre Camps. This renowned children's summer theatre program offers six sessions from which

JULY 12 | Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens

Raiders of the Lost Artifact – Bartlett Summer Camp

Raiders of the Lost Artifact July 8 - July 12, Entering Kindergarten to Entering 5th Grade Calling all treasure hunters! Dig up fossils, artifacts, and lost treasures

JULY 12 | Ridgefield Playhouse

BERNIE WILLIAMS AND HIS ALL STAR BAND

Tickets to the Friday night concert also include admission to the Charity Softball Game on Saturday, July 13. New York Yankees Centerfielder turned award-winning jazz guitarist,

JULY 14 | Fairfield Museum And History Center

Make Your Mark

Opening Reception, Friday, February 14, 5-7pm. On walls, on objects, on the human body, on paper… what does it mean to stamp your label, leave a

JULY 14 | Ridgefield Playhouse

Colin Jost

Back after a sold-out show in 2016, don’t miss this evening of stand-up from the award-winning, co-anchor of “Weekend Update” on Saturday Night Live!

JULY 14 | Center For Contemporary Printmaking

SUMMER FIGURE SESSION

INSTRUCTOR: NOMI SILVERMAN SUNDAY, JULY 14 1-DAY WORKSHOP, 10AM-4PM CLASS SIZE 4-6, ALL LEVELS Join in CCP’s Summer Figure Session where participants will be using the same processes as

JULY 17 | Ridgefield Playhouse

KRISTIAN BUSH OF SUGARLAND

Half of the platinum-selling country duo Sugarland, Grammy Award-winner Kristian Bush has been leaving his mark on music for more than two decades as a

JULY 18 | Quick Center for the Arts at Fairfield University

Summer Camp Intensives: Hip-Hop

Summer camp Intensives at the quick are a great platform to delve into exciting art forms! -Four intensive afternoons of costume design, urban dance, street art,

JULY 18 | Center For Contemporary Printmaking

YOUTH PRINTMAKING WORKSHOP

This workshop is intended for young artists ages 11-16 who would like the opportunity to experiment with printmaking in a professional printmaking studio. These three

JULY 19 | Fairfield Museum And History Center

Super Spies Summer Camp

Discover the intrigue, drama and our local connection with George Washington’s Culper Spy Ring. Find out more about spies throughout history, from the intrigues in

JULY 19 | YMCA of Greenwich

Open Arts Alliance: The Jungle Book Kids – Summer Stage Workshop

Build theatre skills, self-confidence, team work and a passion for the performing arts while experiencing the excitement of performance! Join us this summer for

JULY 19 | Quick Center for the Arts at Fairfield University

Missoula Children’s Theatre: Peter and Wendy

This summer, the Quick Center celebrates its 30th season of Missoula Children's Theatre Camps. This renowned children's summer theatre program offers six sessions from which

JULY 19 | Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens

Craft and Build – Bartlett Summer Camp

Craft and Build July 15 - July 19, Entering Kindergarten to Entering 5th Grade Discover your creative side while experiencing the wonders of nature! We

JULY 19 | Palace Theatre – Stamford

Triple Threat Performer Intensive

Under the inspiring Direction of Luis Salgado (Broadway Assistant Choreographer of the Tony-winning “In the Heights” and choreographer for Nickelodeon), students will immerse themselves

JULY 19 | New Pond Farm Education Center

New Pond Farm Summer Camp 2019 Session 2

During five action-packed days children (ages 8-12) may become a beekeeper, a farmer, a naturalist, a vegetable gardener, a chef, an artist, a treasure hunter,

JULY 21 | Darien Historical Society

Over Here: Darien’s WWI

Please join us for our newest exhibition, "Over Here: Darien's WWI", illuminating Darien's experience during the Great War. Drawn from the Society’s collection and loaned

JULY 22 | Westport Continuing Education @ Saugatuck Elementary School

Westport Summer Teen Theater Camp

Journey "under the sea" with Ariel and her aquatic friends in Disney's The Little Mermaid JR. In this Disney beguiling animated romp, the rebellious mermaid Ariel

JULY 22 | Westport Continuing Education @ Saugatuck Elementary School

Westport Summer Teen Theater Camp

Journey "under the sea" with Ariel and her aquatic friends in Disney's The Little Mermaid JR. WSTT is a fun, action packed theatrical camp. Join our

JULY 25 | Quick Center for the Arts at Fairfield University

Summer Camp Intensives: Graffiti

Summer camp Intensives at the quick are a great platform to delve into exciting art forms! -Four intensive afternoons of costume design, urban dance, street art,

JULY 26 | Quick Center for the Arts at Fairfield University

Missoula Children’s Theatre: Aladdin

This summer, the Quick Center celebrates its 30th season of Missoula Children's Theatre Camps. This renowned children's summer theatre program offers six sessions from which

JULY 26 | Westport Continuing Education @ Staples High School

Filmmakers Ink Summer Camps

For students entering grades 5 - 12. This summer, take a deep dive into filmmaking. Guided by Filmmakers Ink professionals, our young filmmakers learn by

JULY 26 | Westport Continuing Education @ Staples High School

Painting Studio Summer Workshops for grades 6-9

Acrylic Painting Studio entering grades 6–9 Explore working with acrylic paint and gain skills in underpainting, color mixing, building form, and capturing light. Discover various techniques including

JULY 26 | Westport Continuing Education @ Staples High School

Musical Theatre Dance Intensive

Musical Theatre Dance Intensive entering grades 9–through college Are you a musical theatre performer looking to improve your dancing skills? Whether you have two

JULY 26 | Ridgefield Playhouse

T.J. MILLER

This actor and stand-up comedian has been making people laugh for more than 15 years, performing his absurdist, observational standup act worldwide. He is known

JULY 28 | Ridgefield Conservatory of Dance

Cry It Out

Thrown Stone presents the Connecticut Premiere of Cry It Out by Molly Smith Metzler THREE NEW MOTHERS. THREE DIFFERENT BACKGROUNDS. ONE SHARED STRUGGLE. Cooped up on maternity leave and

JULY 29 | Westport Continuing Education @ Staples High School

Foundations in Performance for Students in Grades 6-8

Foundations in Performance entering 6–8 Learn the foundations of acting techniques from the masters’ playbook. Warm up with different techniques and discover the freedom

JULY 30 | Center For Contemporary Printmaking

PHOTOPOLYMER INTAGLIO

INSTRUCTOR: CHRISTOPHER SHORE 10AM – 4PM, 4-DAY WORKSHOP CLASS SIZE 4-8, ALL LEVELS Participants in this workshop will explore photopolymer plate-making and printing. The process begins with

JULY 31 | Westport Historical Society

Liberty To Set Down: Immigrants and Migrants in Westport CT

Westport Historical Society’s (WHS) new exhibit “Liberty To Set Down: Immigrants and Migrants in Westport CT” is produced in collaboration with The Westport Library.

JULY 31 | Ridgefield Playhouse

Lyle Lovett and His Large Band

Don’t miss this Grammy Award-winner as he returns to The Playhouse – this time with his Large Band! A singer, composer and actor, Lovett has

AUGUST 1 | Quick Center for the Arts at Fairfield University

Summer Camp Intensives: Singing for the Stage

Summer camp Intensives at the quick are a great platform to delve into exciting art forms! -Four intensive afternoons of costume design, urban dance, street art,

AUGUST 2 | Greenwich Historical Society

Art and History Camp at the Greenwich Historical Society

At the unique and highly interactive Art and History Camp for kids in grades 2-8, campers learn about our fascinating local history and create Impressionist

AUGUST 2 | Quick Center for the Arts at Fairfield University

Missoula Children’s Theatre: Robinson Crusoe

This summer, the Quick Center celebrates its 30th season of Missoula Children's Theatre Camps. This renowned children's summer theatre program offers six sessions from which

AUGUST 2 | Westport Continuing Education @ Greens Farms Elementary School

Discovery Camp Afternoons

Discovery Camp ~ Afternoon à la Carte Greens Farms Elementary School 12:30–2:30 or 3:15 pm* / entering K–5 At Discovery Camp, kids entering grades K - 5 can

AUGUST 2 | Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens

Water World – Bartlett Summer Camp

Water World July 29 - August 2, Entering Kindergarten to Entering 5th Grade Let’s cool off this summer with water and nature! Search for animals and

AUGUST 2 | Crystal Theatre

Crystal Theatre: Musical Theatre Summer Camps

Crystal Theatre is offering seven unique musical theatre summer camps that all culminate in fully, staged productions in its 250 seat auditorium at Ben Franklin

AUGUST 2 | New Pond Farm Education Center

New Pond Farm Summer Camp 2019 Session 3

During five action-packed days children (ages 8-12) may become a beekeeper, a farmer, a naturalist, a vegetable gardener, a chef, an artist, a treasure hunter,

AUGUST 2 | Beechwood Arts and Innovation

OPENMIND BFD

Our most popular, intimate event! The theme of our Summer Season is OpenMind, and we gather a diverse group of 18 people around the dinner table

AUGUST 3 | Ridgefield Conservatory of Dance

Birds of North America

Thrown Stone presents the East Coast Premiere of Birds of North America by Anna Moench "SIGNALS ARE EVERYTHING" John and his daughter Caitlyn are birders. As they

AUGUST 3 | Ridgefield Playhouse

CORINNE BAILEY RAE

Grammy Award-winner, Corinne Bailey Rae’s music spans indie, electronic, jazz, soul and experimental. The critically acclaimed British singer-songwriter’s global hits include “Put Your Records On”

AUGUST 5 | Ridgefield Playhouse

Shaun Cassidy

An iconic teen heartthrob of the ’70s and ’80s, a successful Broadway and West End actor in the ’90s, and a major writer/producer in television

AUGUST 8 | Quick Center for the Arts at Fairfield University

Summer Camp Intensives: Painting the World

Summer camp Intensives at the quick are a great platform to delve into exciting art forms! -Four intensive afternoons of costume design, urban dance, street art,

AUGUST 9 | Fairfield Museum And History Center

Fairy Tales Summer Camp

Step into the magical realm of Fairy Tales! Celebrate timeless tales through art. Each day campers will listen and discuss a new fairy tale, create

AUGUST 9 | Music Theatre Of Connecticut, Inc.

Camp Broadway at the Music Theatre of Connecticut

Three one week camps with a different Broadway show theme each week! Performers learn and develop songs from The Broadway Show-of-the-Week and present their abridged production

AUGUST 9 | Quick Center for the Arts at Fairfield University

Missoula Children’s Theatre: Snow White And The Seven Dwarfs

This summer, the Quick Center celebrates its 30th season of Missoula Children's Theatre Camps. This renowned children's summer theatre program offers six sessions from which

AUGUST 9 | Norwalk Metropolitan Youth Ballet

Summer Ballet Intensives and Workshops

2019 Summer Ballet Intensives and Workshops Norwalk Metropolitan Youth Ballet offers summer workshops which support the technique, artistry, and development of each dancer. Technique classes are

AUGUST 9 | Roxbury Elementary School

INTEMPO Summer Music Camp

Every August, InTempo offers a 5-day summer camp for children ages 6 through 17. Our experienced teaching artists work with musician-campers on choral singing, recorder,

AUGUST 11 | Center For Contemporary Printmaking

PAPERMAKING AND PRINTMAKING

INSTRUCTOR: JAZMINE CATASUS FRIDAY-SATURDAY, 2-WEEKEND WORKSHOP, 10AM-4PM CLASS SIZE 5-8, INTERMEDIATE LEVELS In this workshop participants will learn the basic principles of Western paper making and how it

AUGUST 11 | The MAC – Milford Arts Council

Pantochino Teen Theatre Camp “Cry-Baby!”

Pantochino Teen Theatre is designed to give young actors, age 12 to 18, the opportunity to work with professionals in learning, rehearsing and performing

AUGUST 12 | Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo

Zoo Patrol Summer Camp

Children get a fun week of activities, tours, and behind-the-scenes experiences. Each day Patrollers patrol an area of the Zoo-- Rainforest, Predators, Farmyard, Hoofstock--and have

AUGUST 15 | Quick Center for the Arts at Fairfield University

Summer Camp Intensives: Art of Photography

Summer camp Intensives at the quick are a great platform to delve into exciting art forms! -Four intensive afternoons of costume design, urban dance, street art,

AUGUST 15 | The Glass House

GAY GATHERINGS: PHILIP JOHNSON, DAVID WHITNEY AND THE MODERN ARTS

Gay Gatherings: Philip Johnson, David Whitney and the Modern Arts explores interactions at the Philip Johnson-designed Glass House among eight gay men who profoundly shaped

AUGUST 16 | Curtain Call

Curtain Call’s Summerstock: Full-Day Theatre Camp Arts Classes for ages 6 to 16

With professional facilities and experienced faculty, our full-day, Summerstock theatre arts workshops are ideal, creative outlets! In Summerstock camp, students work in age-appropriate groups. Each

AUGUST 16 | Quick Center for the Arts at Fairfield University

Missoula Children’s Theatre: The Emperor’s New Clothes

This summer, the Quick Center celebrates its 30th season of Missoula Children's Theatre Camps. This renowned children's summer theatre program offers six sessions from which

AUGUST 16 | Connecticut Audubon Society Center At Fairfield

Summer Camp at Connecticut Audubon Society’s Center at Fairfield

The Connecticut Audubon Society’s summer camp at the Center at Fairfield is a state licensed summer camp, offering both full and half-day sessions in a

AUGUST 16 | Stamford Museum and Nature Center

Summer Camp at Stamford Museum & Nature Center

Full and half-day programs for ages pre-K through high school, focused on nature, arts, farming and outdoor experiential learning on our 118+ acre site.

AUGUST 17 | Emmanuel Church rehearsals. With shows at Black Rock Church.

Bye Bye Birdie – A Unique Professional Performing Experience for Young Actors

Your top three reasons to apply for New Paradigm Theatre’s summer intensive and show: 1. NPT Makes Connections: You’ll perform elbow-to-elbow with our professional Broadway, Film

AUGUST 20 | Ridgefield Playhouse

RUFUS WAINWRIGHT – OH SOLO WAINWRIGHT TOUR 2019

SPECIAL GUEST: THE RAILS Praised by the New York Times for his “genuine originality,” Grammy Award nominee Rufus Wainwright has established himself as one of the

AUGUST 23 | Maritime Aquarium At Norwalk

Maritime Aquarium Summer Camp

Kids ages 4 to 17 can spend their summer days diving into the exciting and fascinating ocean world through fun summer-camp programs at The Maritime

AUGUST 23 | Darien Arts Center

Summer Camps and Classes at Darien Arts Center

The Darien Arts Center is offering a variety of new summer camps and classes for all ages in theatre, dance, martial arts, visual arts and

AUGUST 23 | Fairfield Museum And History Center

Colonial Life Camp at the 1750 Ogden House

Step back in time and discover what life was like in Colonial times at the 1750 Ogden House, located at 1520 Bronson Road in Fairfield.

AUGUST 24 | Quick Center for the Arts at Fairfield University

Summer Camp Intensives: Bass Camp

Summer camp Intensives at the quick are a great platform to delve into exciting art forms! -Crash courses in cool, exciting subjects led by amazing local

AUGUST 25 | Ridgefield Playhouse

Toad the Wet Sprocket

Celebrating 30 years as a band and the 25th Anniversary of their Platinum album Dulcinea, the band is best known for the hits “Walk on

AUGUST 25 | Center For Contemporary Printmaking

CYANOTYPE

INSTRUCTOR: JO YARRINGTON 2-DAY WORKSHOP, 10AM-4PM CLASS SIZE 4-8, ALL LEVELS Cyanotype is a photographic printing process that produces a cyan-blue print. Engineers used the process in the

AUGUST 28 | Silvermine Arts Center

Silvermine School of Art Camps 2019

Summer Art Studio at the Silvermine School of Art Study Art at one of the oldest artist communities in the country June 17 to August 28. The Silvermine

SEPTEMBER 1 | Bruce Museum

“Sharks!,” Bruce Museum Science Exhibition, Opens April 20

Few creatures inspire so much fascination – and fear – as sharks. However, sharks are far from the mindless killing machines that they are commonly

SEPTEMBER 8 | Franklin Street Works

Collective Action Archive: Redux

Franklin Street Works will celebrate the opening of “Collective Action Archive: Redux” with a free, public reception on Saturday, February 9 from 5:00-8:00pm. Franklin Street Works

SEPTEMBER 14 | Wilton Historical Society

Bullets, Bonds, and Butter: Wilton Responds to War 1776-2006

Opening on March 15, Bullets, Bonds, and Butter: Wilton Responds to War, 1776 – 2006, the new exhibition at the Wilton Historical Society, commemorates the

SEPTEMBER 21 | Ridgefield Playhouse

Bacon Brothers – The Shaky Ground Tour 2019

Long before Kevin Bacon launched his prolific stage and screen career, and before Michael Bacon became known as the go-to composer for film and television,

OCTOBER 18 | Ridgefield Playhouse

NICK DIPAOLO

OPENING ACT: JOSH KINCADE In this day of watered down comedy Nick Di Paolo’s brutally honest performances remind us of what great stand up should be

OCTOBER 20 | Beechwood Arts and Innovation

SECRETS Arts Immersion Salon

Our Fall Season theme "Secrets" is explored in a single event through music, visual arts, sculpture, performance, film and culinary arts. Along with our Arts

OCTOBER 23 | Beechwood Arts and Innovation

SECRETS Art Open House StoryShare

After the Arts Immersion Salon explored SECRETS through music, visual art, sculpture, performance, film and culinary arts, we gather for an Art Open House “Gather

OCTOBER 29 | Rowayton Historical Society

Getting It Done: Celebrating the Women of Rowayton

Getting It Done: Celebrating the Women of Rowayton In conjunction with the 100th Anniversary Year of Women’s Suffrage in the United States, the Rowayton Historical Society

NOVEMBER 1 | Ridgefield Playhouse

KEN JEONG

It’s a night of stand-up with actor, producer and writer Ken Jeong, known for his scene-stealing comedic roles in The Hangover, Crazy Rich Asians, Knocked

NOVEMBER 1 | Beechwood Arts and Innovation

SECRETS BFD

Our most popular, intimate event! The theme of our Fall Season is SECRETS, and we gather a diverse group of 18 people around the dinner table

NOVEMBER 3 | Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum

From Corsets to Suffrage – Victorian Women Trailblazers

As record numbers of women are populating the new U. S. Congress and women’s rights continue to be part of the national dialogue, the Lockwood-Mathews

NOVEMBER 9 | Ridgefield Playhouse

Cowboy Junkies

For more than 30 years, Cowboy Junkies have combined folk, blues and rock with the quiet intensity that is their musical signature on more than

DECEMBER 8 | Ridgefield Playhouse

DANCE TO THE HOLIDAYS WITH TONY DOVOLANI & KARINA SMIRNOFF

MEET & GREET TICKETS AVAILABLE! Shows at 4pm & 7:30pm This holiday spectacular for the whole family stars “Dancing with the Stars” Mirrorball champions Tony Dovolani and

FEBRUARY 29 | Ridgefield Playhouse

Vic Dibitetto

If you missed his 2 sold out shows earlier this year, get your tickets now when he returns for 2 nights next year! Vic churns