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Tory Hole Kids Book Club

 

Join Mather Homestead Kids Book Club and read Tory Hole! As part of the lead up to America 250 please join us for a book discussion on September 7th from 4pm-5:30pm for kids and families. Tory Hole was written by Darien resident Louise Hall Tharp about Tory raids during the Revolutionary War which took place in Darien and Stamford! Tickets can be found at www.matherhomestead.org. Location: Mather Homestead barn, 19 Stephen Mather Road, Darien, CT 06820. Any questions email info@matherhomestead.org.

 

 

 

 

 Circle of Care - Make Tracks for Kids with Cancer

 

Join the only statewide walk/run supporting all Connecticut families facing childhood cancer! Make Tracks for Kids with Cancer is a community-wide walk/run taking place at Sherwood Island State Park Westport CT on September 28th at 8 AM. Tickets are: $25-$30. The fun-filled event is held by Circle of Care, a local nonprofit that supports children with cancer and their families. Make Tracks has something for everyone, including a walk for all ages and abilities, a timed 5K for runners and joggers, and activities for families. Your participation will help raise critical awareness and funds to support families, showing them that they are not alone. Click here for more information/to register.

 

  

 

 

Calling All Young Builders!

 

Do you keep finding Legos underfoot? Back for its fourth year, the New Canaan Museum’s Builder’s Challenge is asking all budding architects, engineers and builders to recreate their favorite real or imagined New Canaan spot in interlocking blocks (such as Lego or MegaBloks bricks). Kids’ creations will be displayed in local store windows throughout the month of October to celebrate New Canaan’s October4Design celebrating architecture, art, community and design. Starting September 3, come to the New Canaan Museum to sign up and receive a free baseplate to get you started – one per family please! For more information, please visit us here or call the NCM&HS at 203-966-1776 ext 103.

 
 
 
Back to School Together: A Resource Fair for Special Education & Inclusive Activities 
 
Join Inclusive Together & New Canaan Library for a Back to School Resource Fair on Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2025, 12–2 PM at New Canaan Library. This welcoming event is designed for families & caregivers raising children who learn or communicate in unique ways. Connect with others, explore local resources, & gain confidence as the school year begins. Highlights include: practical tools & services, breakout sessions (with the New Canaan Special Education Administration Team), & inclusive activities led by people who understand. Whether your child has a diagnosis or simply learns differently, you belong here. Free! Register here! 
 
 
 
After School Art Adventures at the Carriage Barn!
 
 In this 4-week session (Thursdays 4-5pm starting 9/4), we will experience the magic of Artist Dale Chihuly’s bold colors, raw energy and swirling organic forms. Dale Chihuly is a renowned American glass artist known for his vibrant, intricate glass sculptures that often resemble organic forms found in nature. With Mrs. McKay’s guidance, children will be able to delve into this creative process by using materials like colored cellophane, paper, and plastic to mimic the glass’s translucency and vibrant colors. They’ll learn to sketch their ideas, select colors, and assemble their creations into a collaborative art piece, mirroring the teamwork Chihuly champions. Lean more here!

 
 

Help Us Build Waveny Playground Brick By Brick!

 

Friends of Waveny Playground is excited to announce our fundraising campaign for an all-abilities play space located in Waveny Park! We are asking the community to show support for this incredible endeavor that will benefit our children for years to come. This is a unique opportunity for your family's name to be displayed on a brick via the Legacy Walkway or on our Waveny Playground Welcome Sign. Visit our website to view brick options and make a purchase. For Welcome Sign opportunities or to ask any questions, email ncwavenyplayground@gmail.com.