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6th Annual Knitting in the Company of Sheep

Register Calling all knitters! Join our friends from Clatter Ridge Farm outdoors at the sheep pasture at Hill-Stead to help us defend (or break!) our own record for “The Most People Knitting in the Company of Sheep” of 230 knitters. If you’re a knitter and you’d like to join, we are asking participants to please […]

History, Hops & Honey!

  This program will be joy for your senses as we see, smell, and taste a selection of locally made honey and beer! Hear from Cathy Wolko of Humble Bee Honey Co. on how her honeys pair with selections of brews from Brass Works Brewing Company, and learn about what makes a perfect pair!   […]

Mattatuck Museum

Firefighter and Trailblazer: A Conversation with Melissa Bennett

Now through October 5, the American Mural Project (AMP) celebrates the courageous work of firefighters, with free admission for firefighters and tours that highlight mural subject Melissa Bennett, a firefighter from Engine 257, Canarsie, NY.  Guests can also explore an antique firefighting exhibit on the second level, on loan from The Museum of Fire History, […]

American Mural Project

Salsa Nights

Get ready to spice up your Saturday night with Salsa @ the MATT 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM Join us in the beautiful Mattatuck Museum, a center for art and culture in downtown Waterbury for a night full of dance, music, and fun, with a DJ playing your favorite salsa hits! Experienced salsa and dance […]

Mattatuck Museum

American Mural Project Extends Its Family-Day Programming To Weekends throughout September

The American Mural Project (AMP) has extended its Family Day programming to weekends through September 29. Families can now participate in art activities any time during open hours. All art activities are included with admission. This month’s activities include Making Art with Fire: Fire Tiles and making Fire Prevention posters. Fourth and fifth graders can […]

American Mural Project

Animals for All: Caring for Critters

Monday, October 7 3:30 — 4:15 pm Ages 5+ This program provides an opportunity for hands-on work with our animals on Heckscher Farm for students with disabilities for whom our Junior Curator program environment may not be as successful. The small group size allows for a great experience at each participant’s pace and comfort level. […]

Stamford Museum & Nature Center

Animals for All: Caring for Critters

Monday, October 7 3:30 — 4:15 pm Ages 5+ This program provides an opportunity for hands-on work with our animals on Heckscher Farm for students with disabilities for whom our Junior Curator program environment may not be as successful. The small group size allows for a great experience at each participant’s pace and comfort level. […]

Stamford Museum & Nature Center

Virtual Meditation and Mindfulness

Join Jackie DeLise, master certified meditation and mindfulness teacher and stress management expert, for a guided meditation class from the comfort of your home. Jackie will share ancient wisdom for your modern lifestyle, and will guide you in becoming your true self. No prior experience necessary – learn how to cultivate inner calm, clarity, peace […]

Lecture: To See Is to Know: Children of Middle Passage

Lecture: To See Is to Know: Children of Middle Passage

Quick Center for the Arts