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Drop-In Play (weekdays)
Sep 27, Sun7:30AMHoney Joe's offers a large play area for children with safety flooring, plus a separate soft play area for crawlers and early walkers under 2 years old. Socks are required; gripper socks are recommended and available…
Courtyard Storytimes: Baby Laptime
Sep 27, Sun9:30AMJoin us in the courtyard for fingerplays, songs, and bounce rhymes in this lapsit storytime! Ideal for pre-walking babies and a parent or caregiver.
Maritime Aquarium (daily hours)
Sep 27, Sun10AMThe Maritime Aquarium opens daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets range from free to $39.95 depending on the exhibit or membership are availabel and wiht lower adminssion rates. Membership discounts will be reflected…
Norwalk Boat Show, Sep 24-27
Sep 27, Sun10AMThe Discover Boating Norwalk Boat Show runs September 24-27 with boats for sale, free boat rides, paddle sports demonstrations, and educational tours. The new Captain's Cove interactive education center will be on…
Norwalk Boat Show, Sep 24-27
Sep 27, Sun10AMThe Discover Boating Norwalk Boat Show runs September 24-27 with boats for sale, free boat rides, paddle sports demonstrations, and educational tours. The new Captain's Cove interactive education center will be on…
Discovery Science Center and Planetarium (weekly hours)
Sep 27, Sun10AMDiscovery is open Monday to Sunday with extended hours on Wednesdays until 7:00pm. Wednesdays are free for Bridgeport residents with ID. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. <b> Discovery Science Center…
Discovery Science Center and Planetarium (weekly hours)
Sep 27, Sun10AMDiscovery is open Monday to Sunday with extended hours on Wednesdays until 7:00pm. Wednesdays are free for Bridgeport residents with ID. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. <b> Discovery Science Center…
Animal Hall Feeding
Sep 27, Sun11AMJoin an animal care technician as they feed our Animal Hall residents! Learn about what these animals would eat in the wild, their behaviors, how we care for them, and fun facts. FREE for members, price of admission…
YWCA Family Open House: Free Fall Fun for the Whole Family
Sep 27, Sun11AMJoin YWCA Darien/Norwalk for a free afternoon of family fun! Enjoy music and dancing, crafts, face painting, snacks, refreshments, and more. Explore YWCA programs for children, adults, and families and see what’s…
NEWSYLUM OKTOBERFEST!!
Sep 27, Sun12PMSun Sept 27th- The Oktoberfest Band!- 1pm-2pm Sun Sept 27th- One Tack mind- 2:30pm-5pm
Let's Bubble Poppin' Boogie! with Joy Blooms
Sep 27, Sun3PMJoy Blooms leads an interactive music and story time event combining songs, movement, and bubbles. She will read Curly's Fun With Bubbles and encourage kids to sing along and boogie. Suitable for children ages 5-12.
Each Melodious Measure
Sep 27, Sun3PMAmerica: the land of the tunesmith, the Tin Panhandler, the cacophonous rabble-rouser and the gentle hymnodist. From urban din to the quiet majesty of rivers, come listen to and celebrate the diversity that makes…
Lamp Post Drunks Live + Blangn' Thai Food Truck
Sep 27, Sun3PMLive music from Lamp Post Drunks at Charter Oak Brewing with 10 beers on tap. The Blangn' Thai Food Truck will be on site all day.
Mike Milazzo
Sep 27, Sun4PMMike Milazzo takes the stage on Sunday, September 27th at 4pm, mixing acoustic and electric instruments with heartfelt singing. You can order a drink and relax while taking in the performance. It's recommended that you…
Sunday Night Jazz Series
Sep 27, Sun6PMNYC musicians play standards and originals.
Gaucho Grilling – Hands On
Sep 27, Sun6PMCross the equator and traverse the Andes, and you'll find yourself in Gaucho country and the land of beef. This class explores the flavors and techniques of Argentine grilling.
The Low Darts
Sep 27, Sun7PMPLAYING BILLY JOEL & STEELY DAN: THE STRANGER / AJA
Free Choir Classes (Mondays)
Sep 28, MonFree choir classes run by the Alon School of Music and Intempo on Monday afternoons. Three levels available: Beginner Choir 1 for grades K-8 at 4 PM, Beginner Choir 2 for grades K-8 at 5 PM, and Intermediate-Advanced…
Drop-In Play (weekdays)
Sep 28, Mon7:30AMHoney Joe's offers a large play area for children with safety flooring, plus a separate soft play area for crawlers and early walkers under 2 years old. Socks are required; gripper socks are recommended and available…
Tiny Tots (preschool age)
Sep 28, Mon9:30AMAn engaging storytime for the littlest ones. Join us for songs, rhymes and books for babies and children up to 18 months old with their caregiver. This class is intended for babies and those starting to walk.
Courtyard Storytimes: Baby Laptime
Sep 28, Mon9:30AMJoin us in the courtyard for fingerplays, songs, and bounce rhymes in this lapsit storytime! Ideal for pre-walking babies and a parent or caregiver.
Norwalk River Valley Trail Walks
Sep 28, Mon9:30AMWalk with the Norwalk River Valley Trail and Norwalk Health Department on Mondays at 9:30 am. Connect with other walkers while getting exercise. Meeting locations rotate between three sites throughout September and…
Maritime Aquarium (daily hours)
Sep 28, Mon10AMThe Maritime Aquarium opens daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets range from free to $39.95 depending on the exhibit or membership are availabel and wiht lower adminssion rates. Membership discounts will be reflected…
Wiggles & Giggles Family Storytime
Sep 28, Mon10:30AMA storytelling session with tales, rhymes, and movement-based activities followed by open play time. Children ages 2 and younger should attend with a caregiver. While not required, registration is welcome.
Books & Giggles
Sep 28, Mon10:30AMA warm gathering for young children featuring stories, movement games, and creative activities designed to inspire imaginative play. An adult must accompany each child. Siblings are invited to join. This program is for…
Story & Animal Program
Sep 28, Mon10:30AMMonday through Saturday, 10:30am. Join us for an animal-themed story and an encounter with one of our Animal Hall residents. For children age 5 and under.
Sensory-Friendly Storytime
Sep 28, Mon10:45AMA sensory-friendly storytime for children ages 2 and up, featuring stories, rhymes, songs, and a sensory activity each session. The program uses visual aids and supports cognitive, social-emotional, and fine-motor…
Animal Hall Feeding
Sep 28, Mon11AMJoin an animal care technician as they feed our Animal Hall residents! Learn about what these animals would eat in the wild, their behaviors, how we care for them, and fun facts. FREE for members, price of admission…
Storytime (babies and toddlers)
Sep 28, Mon11:30AMCaregivers can bring children ages 4 and under to participate in storytelling, rhymes, and singing. No registration is required.
Baby & Me (Mon & Thur)
Sep 28, Mon1PMJoin us for songs and stories, creating special moments between you and your little one. This program is intended for babies under 1 year old. Join us for more baby storytimes on Mondays and Thursdays at 1:00 pm!
Puzzle Play!
Sep 28, Mon1:30PMGet ready to puzzle your heart out during Puzzle Play! We will provide a selection of puzzles for your child to practice their fine motor skills, hand & eye coordination, and problem solving skills.
Rhythm and Rhyme
Sep 28, Mon4:30PMFor ages birth to five with an adult. Join us for lots of movement, songs, nursery rhymes, music, and a story. Ideal for children who can move on their own, as well as the little ones who are happy to sit on their…
Code Ninjas: 3D Maker Lab (Mondays)
Sep 28, Mon5:15PMA six-week hands-on course for ages 7–10 in 3D design and printing technology. Students will learn to design digital models and use 3D printing to create their own designs. No previous experience with 3D design or…
Code Ninjas: 3D Maker Lab (Mondays)
Sep 28, Mon5:15PMA six-week hands-on course for ages 7–10 in 3D design and printing technology. Students will learn to design digital models and use 3D printing to create their own designs. No previous experience with 3D design or…
Monday Night Movie (PG13+)
Sep 28, Mon6:30PMIf you’d like to stick around after the screening, we will have an informal conversation to discuss both the book and the film. Whether you have read the book cover to cover or are discovering the story for the first…
Rent Control
Sep 28, Mon7PMA struggling actor falls backwards into an NYC rent-controlled apartment and turns it into a lucrative AIRBNB scheme in this wild-but-TRUE one-man show. Written and performed by EVAN ZES
Open Jump (starting at 3:30p, Tue-Fri)
Sep 29, TueSky Zone is a space to move, create and be yourself. And there’s enough room for everyone, so all kids – and kids at heart – can play together. Our vision is a world where everyone plays, every day. Open Jump offers…
Strings Classes (Tuesdays)
Sep 29, Tue• 4 PM - Beginner 1 (no experience) • 5 PM - Beginner 2 (no experience) • 6 PM - Intermediate (some experience) September 29 - December 15. With the Alon School of Music and Intempo. REGISTRATION required through the…
Drop-In Play (weekdays)
Sep 29, Tue7:30AMHoney Joe's offers a large play area for children with safety flooring, plus a separate soft play area for crawlers and early walkers under 2 years old. Socks are required; gripper socks are recommended and available…
Baby Rhyme Time for babies (pre-walkers)
Sep 29, Tue9AMA lapsit program with songs, rhymes and books for babies (pre-walkers) and their caregiver . Please only register for one Baby Rhyme Time class each week since the same class is offered two times.
Courtyard Storytimes: Baby Laptime
Sep 29, Tue9:30AMJoin us in the courtyard for fingerplays, songs, and bounce rhymes in this lapsit storytime! Ideal for pre-walking babies and a parent or caregiver.
Wobbly Walkers (walking, up to 23 months)
Sep 29, Tue9:45AMAn active storytime with songs, rhymes and books for children who are walking up to 23 months old and their caregiver .
Maritime Aquarium (daily hours)
Sep 29, Tue10AMThe Maritime Aquarium opens daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets range from free to $39.95 depending on the exhibit or membership are availabel and wiht lower adminssion rates. Membership discounts will be reflected…
Mary Ann Hall's Music for Children · Toddlers/Twos (Tues, 6 classes)
Sep 29, Tue10AMThis is a Parent/Child Class. Kids' ages are 2 months through 2 years old. It includes a songbook & CD, plus lots of Fun! Monday classes begin September 28 Tuesdays begin Sept. 29 Wednesdays begin Sept. 30 Thursdays…
Mary Ann Hall's Music for Children · Toddlers/Twos (Tues, 6 classes)
Sep 29, Tue10AMThis is a Parent/Child Class. Kids' ages are 2 months through 2 years old. It includes a songbook & CD, plus lots of Fun! Monday classes begin September 28 Tuesdays begin Sept. 29 Wednesdays begin Sept. 30 Thursdays…
Sing Me a Story with Fairfield Public Library (age 0-5)
Sep 29, Tue10AMSongs, dancing and stories for children 0-5 and a caregiver on the Museum Commons.
Nature Studio for Children (ages 4 – 11)
Sep 29, Tue10AMDiscover the tiny wonders of nature!Using a digital scope and projector, look at monarch and white cabbage moth caterpillars, ladybugs, wildflowers, and other small creatures in incredible, larger-than-life detail.
Discovery Science Center and Planetarium (weekly hours)
Sep 29, Tue10AMDiscovery is open Monday to Sunday with extended hours on Wednesdays until 7:00pm. Wednesdays are free for Bridgeport residents with ID. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. <b> Discovery Science Center…
Discovery Science Center and Planetarium (weekly hours)
Sep 29, Tue10AMDiscovery is open Monday to Sunday with extended hours on Wednesdays until 7:00pm. Wednesdays are free for Bridgeport residents with ID. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. <b> Discovery Science Center…
Tunes and Tales (Tuesdays)
Sep 29, Tue10:15AMA program for children ages 5 and under featuring stories and songs to encourage emerging language skills. A caregiver must be present, and space is limited.
Mother Goose on the Loose
Sep 29, Tue10:15AMA storytime for children aged 6 months to 2 years featuring music, puppets, picture books, and nursery rhymes. No registration required.
Open Play at the Victorian Cottage (Tuesdays)
Sep 29, Tue10:30AMFall 2026 Hours: Open on Tuesdays from 10:30 am to 11:30 am between September 8 through October 27, 2026 The Victorian Cottage is the Fairfield Museum’s early childhood education space designed for kids to create…
Story & Animal Program
Sep 29, Tue10:30AMMonday through Saturday, 10:30am. Join us for an animal-themed story and an encounter with one of our Animal Hall residents. For children age 5 and under.
Sing & Stomp (18 months to 4 years)
Sep 29, Tue10:30AMChildren aged 18 months to 4 years are invited to drop in for a song and dance party with rhymes and children's music.
Animal Hall Feeding
Sep 29, Tue11AMJoin an animal care technician as they feed our Animal Hall residents! Learn about what these animals would eat in the wild, their behaviors, how we care for them, and fun facts. FREE for members, price of admission…
Baby lapsit storytime
Sep 29, Tue11AMBond with your baby through songs, nursery rhymes, and simple stories. This in-person lapsit storytime is designed for infants up to 18 months old and their caregivers. Registration is recommended for program updates.
Mother Goose on the Loose
Sep 29, Tue11:15AMA storytime for children aged 6 months to 2 years featuring music, puppets, picture books, and nursery rhymes. No registration required.
Tiny Tunes (ages 4 and younger)
Sep 29, Tue12:15PMJoin this music-centered playgroup where children can participate at their own level, whether crawling, walking, or running. The group welcomes children ages 4 and younger, and each child should be accompanied by a…
Toddler Time
Sep 29, Tue4PMJoin us for a crafting session where toddlers and their caregivers can create together. This activity is designed for children ages 6 and under along with an adult companion. You'll have access to materials including…
Fall Fun STEM (Tuesdays, grades K-2)
Sep 29, Tue4PMHands-on science activities for young learners in grades K–2, running Tuesdays from September 22 to October 27. Each week explores a new science adventure including magnets, hot air balloons, dinosaurs, rockets, and…
Fall Fun STEM (Tuesdays, grades K-2)
Sep 29, Tue4PMHands-on science activities for young learners in grades K–2, running Tuesdays from September 22 to October 27. Each week explores a new science adventure including magnets, hot air balloons, dinosaurs, rockets, and…
Fall Fun STEM (Tuesdays, grades K-2)
Sep 29, Tue4PMHands-on science activities for young learners in grades K–2, running Tuesdays from September 22 to October 27. Each week explores a new science adventure including magnets, hot air balloons, dinosaurs, rockets, and…
NASA: Space Lab (Tuesdays, grades 3-5)
Sep 29, Tue5:15PMMad Science NASA: Space Lab takes young explorers on an exciting hands-on journey through the solar system and beyond! Each week, students will tackle NASA-inspired missions while exploring planets and moons, creating…
NASA: Space Lab (Tuesdays, grades 3-5)
Sep 29, Tue5:15PMMad Science NASA: Space Lab takes young explorers on an exciting hands-on journey through the solar system and beyond! Each week, students will tackle NASA-inspired missions while exploring planets and moons, creating…
Trivia Night
Sep 29, Tue5:30PMJoin us for pop culture trivia!
Max Tucci at Thali by Chef Prasad
Sep 29, Tue6:30PMChef Prasad Chirnomula welcomes Max Tucci to his New Canaan restaurant, Thali by Chef Prasad, for one night only, in honor of the Tucci family's hundredth year of hospitality.
Geeks Who Drink Trivia
Sep 29, Tue7PMWeekly Tuesday trivia hosted by Geeks Who Drink; prizes for the top two teams.
Trivia Tuesday
Sep 29, Tue7PMWeekly Tuesday trivia night at Flinders Lane at 7 pm. Bring your mates and put your thinking caps on! Reservations recommended.
Open Mic Night
Sep 29, Tue8PMOpen mic night where you can perform or watch local talent. Full backline of gear is available to plug in and play. Food and drink specials are offered during the event.
Village Play (weekday hours)
Sep 30, WedIndoor playground for toddlers with pretend play areas and hands-on activities. Open Wednesday to Friday, 11:30am to 3:30pm. Part of the Honey Tree family of early childhood programs.We're open Wednesday through…
Open Jump (starting at 3:30p, Tue-Fri)
Sep 30, WedSky Zone is a space to move, create and be yourself. And there’s enough room for everyone, so all kids – and kids at heart – can play together. Our vision is a world where everyone plays, every day. Open Jump offers…
Drop-In Play (weekdays)
Sep 30, Wed7:30AMHoney Joe's offers a large play area for children with safety flooring, plus a separate soft play area for crawlers and early walkers under 2 years old. Socks are required; gripper socks are recommended and available…
Courtyard Storytimes: Baby Laptime
Sep 30, Wed9:30AMJoin us in the courtyard for fingerplays, songs, and bounce rhymes in this lapsit storytime! Ideal for pre-walking babies and a parent or caregiver.
Maritime Aquarium (daily hours)
Sep 30, Wed10AMThe Maritime Aquarium opens daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets range from free to $39.95 depending on the exhibit or membership are availabel and wiht lower adminssion rates. Membership discounts will be reflected…
Mother Goose on the Loose (birth to 2, Wed)
Sep 30, Wed10AMInfants and toddlers from birth to 2 years old can enjoy rhymes, puppets, songs, and flannel board activities when accompanied by a caregiver. The program is held in the first floor meeting room.
Discovery Science Center and Planetarium (weekly hours)
Sep 30, Wed10AMDiscovery is open Monday to Sunday with extended hours on Wednesdays until 7:00pm. Wednesdays are free for Bridgeport residents with ID. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. <b> Discovery Science Center…
Discovery Science Center and Planetarium (weekly hours)
Sep 30, Wed10AMDiscovery is open Monday to Sunday with extended hours on Wednesdays until 7:00pm. Wednesdays are free for Bridgeport residents with ID. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. <b> Discovery Science Center…
Preschool Storytime (Wednesdays)
Sep 30, Wed10:30AMChildren ages 3-5 explore a new book every week through song, dance, and crafts in this active storytime! No registration. Late arrivals are welcome to join the program until 10:40am. Download a PDF of our Social Story…
Storytime at Pear Tree Point Beach
Sep 30, Wed10:30AMJoin us for storytime at Pear Tree Point Beach, where we'll wiggle and laugh along to action-oriented books, fingerplays, songs, and rhymes that focus on early literacy skills. Please bring a blanket or towel to sit…
Open Gym & Jump
Sep 30, Wed10:30AMOpen gym and jump facility open Wednesdays and Thursdays 10:30am–5pm, Fridays 10:30am–4pm. Times may change, so check first. You'll need to fill out a waiver before your first visit.