Omigosh, omigosh, omigosh, OMIGOSH!!!! It's back! The event my family has not-so-patiently waited all year for is BACK!
October 3 – Branford
Touch-a-Truck. United Way of Greater New Haven/Town of Branford Touch-A-Truck. Branford High School, 185 East Main Street, Branford. Event provides the opportunity for children to get up close and personal with their favorite vehicles in a safe and protected environment. Admission: Donation of diapers to be distributed to various non-profits. Time: 10 AM-2 PM. www.uwgnh.org 203-772-2010
Okay, people, here's the deal. This is not your regular old, run-of-the-mill, touch a few trucks kind of touch-a-truck event. This is the mother of all touch-a-truck events. You skeptics out there may think that I am overreacting, but I assure you, I am not. We're talking every construction and municipal vehicle you can think of (and almost all that my truck obsessed 2-year-old can name--almost...). We're talking tractors, school buses, street cleaners, fire engines, back hoes, MAC trucks--everything you can think of--all just sitting in a giant parking lot, waiting for your kid to climb, touch, and honk them.
Clearly my kid loved it so much that its return is the most exciting thing to happen to me in months.
(Oh my God, that is so sad.)
We'll see you there! I'll be the mom wiping drool away from my kid's mouth. I'm not kidding. It's going to be like giving Homer Simpson a friggin' donut.
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Saturday, September 26, 2009
Save The Date-- OWC Tag Sale Fundraiser!
Save the date for the first ever OneWorld Community Playgroup Tag Sale and Bake Sale!
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2009
Time: 9am - 2pm
Place: First Baptist Church of New Haven (corner of Livingston and Edwards Sts. in East Rock)
Rain Date: TBD
The sale will focus on children's items and maternity clothes.
Check back in soon for more details!
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2009
Time: 9am - 2pm
Place: First Baptist Church of New Haven (corner of Livingston and Edwards Sts. in East Rock)
Rain Date: TBD
The sale will focus on children's items and maternity clothes.
Check back in soon for more details!
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
What's Going On This Weekend?
September 5 - November 1 - Middlefield
Corn Maze, Lyman Orchards, Jct. Rtes. 147 & 157. Explore four acres of towering cornstalks and two miles of winding pathways. Admission: Adults $9, children (4-12) $5, under 4 free. Wed.-Fri. 3.-5:30 PM.; Sat., Sun. and holidays 10 AM-5:30 PM. www.lymanorchards.com (866) 349-6015
September 25-27 - Durham
Durham Fair. The state’s largest agricultural fair with nationally-known country music performers, thousands of exhibits, midway, lots of food. An old-time country fair in a typical New England village. Admission: Adults $15, seniors $13, children (11 and under) free. Fri.-Sat. 9 AM-11 PM, Sun. 9 AM-7 PM www.durhamfair.com (860) 349-9495
September 26 - New Haven
The CT Children's Museum in New Haven is back with their weekly storytime series, "Saturdays at Two." This week's book is the classic "Caps for Sale" by Esphyr Slobodkina, read by teacher, Max Malmquist.
September 26-27 - Milford
Meet the Artists & Artisans Fall Show, Milford Green, Broad St. Juried show with 200 artists and artisans displaying, demonstrating and discussing their original works. Classical music entertainment, food court. 10 AM-5 PM. Free. www.meettheartistsandartisans.com (203) 874-5672
September 27 – Hamden
Fall Wildflower Hike, Sleeping Giant State Park off Rte. 10. About a 3 hour hike, wear comfortable shoes, bring snacks and water. Free. 1:30 PM. (203) 272-7841
September 27 - North Haven
Pediatrics Plus*pc Fall Open House. Pediatrics Plus, 13 Peck Street. Join the staff at Pediatrics Plus for a fun and informative Open House Event!
• Free AMBER Alert/Missing Child Photo ID Cards • Clown and Balloon Figures • Face Painting • Refreshments • Prizes • Meet the Clinicians • Flu & H1N1 (Swine Flu) Information Booth • Sports Safety & Concussion Management Booth. 1-3 PM. Free and Open to the Public. www.PediatricsPlus.net
(203) 239-4627
Corn Maze, Lyman Orchards, Jct. Rtes. 147 & 157. Explore four acres of towering cornstalks and two miles of winding pathways. Admission: Adults $9, children (4-12) $5, under 4 free. Wed.-Fri. 3.-5:30 PM.; Sat., Sun. and holidays 10 AM-5:30 PM. www.lymanorchards.com (866) 349-6015
September 25-27 - Durham
Durham Fair. The state’s largest agricultural fair with nationally-known country music performers, thousands of exhibits, midway, lots of food. An old-time country fair in a typical New England village. Admission: Adults $15, seniors $13, children (11 and under) free. Fri.-Sat. 9 AM-11 PM, Sun. 9 AM-7 PM www.durhamfair.com (860) 349-9495
September 26 - New Haven
The CT Children's Museum in New Haven is back with their weekly storytime series, "Saturdays at Two." This week's book is the classic "Caps for Sale" by Esphyr Slobodkina, read by teacher, Max Malmquist.
September 26-27 - Milford
Meet the Artists & Artisans Fall Show, Milford Green, Broad St. Juried show with 200 artists and artisans displaying, demonstrating and discussing their original works. Classical music entertainment, food court. 10 AM-5 PM. Free. www.meettheartistsandartisans.com (203) 874-5672
September 27 – Hamden
Fall Wildflower Hike, Sleeping Giant State Park off Rte. 10. About a 3 hour hike, wear comfortable shoes, bring snacks and water. Free. 1:30 PM. (203) 272-7841
September 27 - North Haven
Pediatrics Plus*pc Fall Open House. Pediatrics Plus, 13 Peck Street. Join the staff at Pediatrics Plus for a fun and informative Open House Event!
• Free AMBER Alert/Missing Child Photo ID Cards • Clown and Balloon Figures • Face Painting • Refreshments • Prizes • Meet the Clinicians • Flu & H1N1 (Swine Flu) Information Booth • Sports Safety & Concussion Management Booth. 1-3 PM. Free and Open to the Public. www.PediatricsPlus.net
(203) 239-4627
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Reminder: Family Yoga Benefit Class This Saturday
At Fresh Yoga in New Haven
To Benefit New Haven's
One World Community Playgroup!
Saturday September 19th 4 - 5 PM
Join Peg Oliveria and help support the One World Community Playgroup.
This is a class for parents and children.
$10 donation suggested but not required.
All ages Welcome.
Play and Do Yoga!
To learn more about our generous instructor, Peg Oliveria, click here.
To Benefit New Haven's
One World Community Playgroup!
Saturday September 19th 4 - 5 PM
Join Peg Oliveria and help support the One World Community Playgroup.
This is a class for parents and children.
$10 donation suggested but not required.
All ages Welcome.
Play and Do Yoga!
To learn more about our generous instructor, Peg Oliveria, click here.
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
What's Going On This Weekend?
Don't forget our previous posts about the Baby Sign Language Classes and the Benefit Family Yoga Class--BOTH happening this weekend!
In addition...
September 18, 19, 20 –Guilford
Guilford Fair, Guilford Fairgrounds, Lovers Lane. The 2nd oldest agricultural fair in CT. Competitive exhibits for livestock, baking, canned goods, fruits & vegetables, flowers, needlework, arts and crafts, photography, educational exhibits and demonstrations, a farm museum, stage entertainment, novelty contests, commercial exhibits, carnival midway, petting zoo, high-quality food concessions. www.guilfordfair.org 203-453-3543
September 19-20 - Haddam
Antique Tractor & Engine Show, Haddam Meadows State Park, Rte. 154. Working displays of antique gas engines, steam engines, tractors and other antique machinery. Tractor parades, games, kids' pedal pull contest, blacksmith exhibits, demonstrations, food. 8 AM-4 PM. Free. (860) 347-5774
September 19 - New Haven
Chilifest! East Shore Park, Woodward Ave. Family fun for everyone with food, entertainment, pony rides, classic cars, children's activities and chili tasting. 10 AM-5 PM. Free admission, $6 for Tasting Kits. (203) 387-7700
September 19 - New Haven
The CT Children's Museum in New Haven is back with their weekly storytime series, "Saturdays at Two." This week's book is "How to Make an Apple Pie" by Marjorie Priceman, and read by Nicole Berube of CitySeed.
September 19 - Norwalk
Shadow Puppets at Stepping Stones Museum! Shadow puppets are very popular in China. Learn about this entertaining art form and make your own puppet. 2:30 pm.
September 20 - New Haven
Sunday in the Park. Edgerton Park, Whitney Ave. at Cliff St. Event for the entire family with children’s games, pony rides, music, book sale, silent auction, white elephant sale. 11 AM - 5 PM. Free. (203) 624-9377
In addition...
September 18, 19, 20 –Guilford
Guilford Fair, Guilford Fairgrounds, Lovers Lane. The 2nd oldest agricultural fair in CT. Competitive exhibits for livestock, baking, canned goods, fruits & vegetables, flowers, needlework, arts and crafts, photography, educational exhibits and demonstrations, a farm museum, stage entertainment, novelty contests, commercial exhibits, carnival midway, petting zoo, high-quality food concessions. www.guilfordfair.org 203-453-3543
September 19-20 - Haddam
Antique Tractor & Engine Show, Haddam Meadows State Park, Rte. 154. Working displays of antique gas engines, steam engines, tractors and other antique machinery. Tractor parades, games, kids' pedal pull contest, blacksmith exhibits, demonstrations, food. 8 AM-4 PM. Free. (860) 347-5774
September 19 - New Haven
Chilifest! East Shore Park, Woodward Ave. Family fun for everyone with food, entertainment, pony rides, classic cars, children's activities and chili tasting. 10 AM-5 PM. Free admission, $6 for Tasting Kits. (203) 387-7700
September 19 - New Haven
The CT Children's Museum in New Haven is back with their weekly storytime series, "Saturdays at Two." This week's book is "How to Make an Apple Pie" by Marjorie Priceman, and read by Nicole Berube of CitySeed.
September 19 - Norwalk
Shadow Puppets at Stepping Stones Museum! Shadow puppets are very popular in China. Learn about this entertaining art form and make your own puppet. 2:30 pm.
September 20 - New Haven
Sunday in the Park. Edgerton Park, Whitney Ave. at Cliff St. Event for the entire family with children’s games, pony rides, music, book sale, silent auction, white elephant sale. 11 AM - 5 PM. Free. (203) 624-9377
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Baby Sign Language Classes
Pediatrics Plus, a North Haven pediatric office, will be offering a baby sign language class designed for infants/toddlers up to 3 years old with their parents. The class will be taught by Eileen Baker, who has taught many baby sign classes around Connecticut.
The class will be held over three Saturday mornings - Sep 19 and 26 and Oct 3. The cost is $35 for all three sessions (you are required to attend all three, but the price remains the same). It is open to the public, but you do need to call to register. To register or for more information, parents can call our
office at (203) 239-4627.
Pediatrics Plus is located at 13 Peck Street in North Haven.
Check back for future Pediatrics Plus events and classes, such as lectures on pediatric topics and CPR classes.
The class will be held over three Saturday mornings - Sep 19 and 26 and Oct 3. The cost is $35 for all three sessions (you are required to attend all three, but the price remains the same). It is open to the public, but you do need to call to register. To register or for more information, parents can call our
office at (203) 239-4627.
Pediatrics Plus is located at 13 Peck Street in North Haven.
Check back for future Pediatrics Plus events and classes, such as lectures on pediatric topics and CPR classes.
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
What's Going On This Weekend?
Holy stuff to do this weekend, Batman! Why is it that there is always a ton to do when the kids are back in school?
September 9-13 – Hebron
Hebron Harvest Fair, Hebron Lion's Fairgrounds, 347 Gilead St. (Rte. 85). Major agricultural fair with livestock shows, midway, exhibits, continuous stage entertainment, magic show, small animal barns, arts and crafts, food and product booths. Thu. 4-11 PM, Fri. noon-12 PM, Sat. 9 AM-11 PM, Sun. 9 AM-8 PM. Adults $10, children (under 12) free. (860) 228-0892
September 10-13 – North Haven
North Haven Fair. North Haven Fairground, Rte 5, 300 Washington Ave. Large agricultural fair featuring animal and agricultural exhibits, entertainment, vendors, rides and food. Arts and crafts, petting zoo, pony rides. Enjoy live music and special attractions. Call for entertainment line-up and admission prices. Thu 5-10PM, Fri 3-11PM, Sat 10AM-11PM, Sun 10AM-8PM. $9 Adults, children under 12 free with adult. www.northhaven-fair.com 203-239-3700
September 11-13 – East Norwalk
Norwalk Oyster Festival, Veteran's Memorial Park. Waterfront festival celebrates Long Island Sound's seafaring past. Events include live entertainment, arts and crafts, vintage vessels, demonstrations, juried crafters, international food court, exhibits, Kid's Cove. Admission: Adults $12, children (under 12) $3. Fri. 6 PM-11 PM, Sat. 11 AM-11 PM, Sun. 11 AM-8 PM. (203) 838-9444
September 11-13 - New Haven
Connecticut Folk Festival & Green Expo. Southern Connecticut State University, Crescent St.
Edgerton Park, Cliff St. Musical and environmental events including concerts, Grassy Hill Song Circle, green job fair, bicycle Tour des Farms, green exhibits, vendors and educational programming. Admission varies by event – Call for schedule. (203) 512-7614
September 12 - Old Lyme
High Hopes Family Hoedown. High Hopes Therapeutic Riding, 36 Town Woods Road, Old Lyme. Games and firefighter competitions. Outback Steakhouse BBQ dinner. Music by Smokehouse and riding demonstrations. 2 - 8:00 pm. $25 adults, $5 kids 6-12, under 6 free. www.highhopestr.org (860) 434-1974
September 12 - Middletown
Ryan Woods Autism Foundation Music Festival. Union Park, Main St. Music entertainment for the entire family, along with a petting zoo, sensory station, face painting. 11 AM-6 PM. Admission: Free. (860) 346-8777
September 12 - New Hartford
Big Wheels at Brodie. Brodie Park 550 West Hill Road Children will have the opportunity to explore vehicles with BIG WHEELS. They can also build items such as trucks, toolboxes and birdhouses at The Home Depot Builder’s Workshop. 11:00 AM, $5.00 child, adults free, www.friendsofbrodie.org
860-238-7305
September 13 – Hamden
Geology-of-the-Giant Hike. Sleeping Giant State Park off Rte. 10. About a 3 hour hike, wear comfortable shoes, bring snacks and water. Admission: Free. Hike begins at 1:30 p.m. (203) 272-7841
September 13 - Norwalk
Bring the grandparents to Stepping Stones museum on Sunday for Grandparents Day! (They'll get in for free.) Stick around to see The Jimmies perform at 5:00pm.
September 13- Woodbridge
Shalom New Haven Jewish Community Fair, JCC of Greater New Haven, 360 Amity Road. Live music & family fun activities such as pony rides, face painting, jugglers, shofar making workshop ($10/shofar), Schooner, Inc. Teach Tank with live animals from Long Island Sound, Neighborhood Music School musical petting zoo, New Haven Fire Department's Smoke Trailer and more! 12-4pm Free. www.jccnh.org 203-387-2424 x310
September 9-13 – Hebron
Hebron Harvest Fair, Hebron Lion's Fairgrounds, 347 Gilead St. (Rte. 85). Major agricultural fair with livestock shows, midway, exhibits, continuous stage entertainment, magic show, small animal barns, arts and crafts, food and product booths. Thu. 4-11 PM, Fri. noon-12 PM, Sat. 9 AM-11 PM, Sun. 9 AM-8 PM. Adults $10, children (under 12) free. (860) 228-0892
September 10-13 – North Haven
North Haven Fair. North Haven Fairground, Rte 5, 300 Washington Ave. Large agricultural fair featuring animal and agricultural exhibits, entertainment, vendors, rides and food. Arts and crafts, petting zoo, pony rides. Enjoy live music and special attractions. Call for entertainment line-up and admission prices. Thu 5-10PM, Fri 3-11PM, Sat 10AM-11PM, Sun 10AM-8PM. $9 Adults, children under 12 free with adult. www.northhaven-fair.com 203-239-3700
September 11-13 – East Norwalk
Norwalk Oyster Festival, Veteran's Memorial Park. Waterfront festival celebrates Long Island Sound's seafaring past. Events include live entertainment, arts and crafts, vintage vessels, demonstrations, juried crafters, international food court, exhibits, Kid's Cove. Admission: Adults $12, children (under 12) $3. Fri. 6 PM-11 PM, Sat. 11 AM-11 PM, Sun. 11 AM-8 PM. (203) 838-9444
September 11-13 - New Haven
Connecticut Folk Festival & Green Expo. Southern Connecticut State University, Crescent St.
Edgerton Park, Cliff St. Musical and environmental events including concerts, Grassy Hill Song Circle, green job fair, bicycle Tour des Farms, green exhibits, vendors and educational programming. Admission varies by event – Call for schedule. (203) 512-7614
September 12 - Old Lyme
High Hopes Family Hoedown. High Hopes Therapeutic Riding, 36 Town Woods Road, Old Lyme. Games and firefighter competitions. Outback Steakhouse BBQ dinner. Music by Smokehouse and riding demonstrations. 2 - 8:00 pm. $25 adults, $5 kids 6-12, under 6 free. www.highhopestr.org (860) 434-1974
September 12 - Middletown
Ryan Woods Autism Foundation Music Festival. Union Park, Main St. Music entertainment for the entire family, along with a petting zoo, sensory station, face painting. 11 AM-6 PM. Admission: Free. (860) 346-8777
September 12 - New Hartford
Big Wheels at Brodie. Brodie Park 550 West Hill Road Children will have the opportunity to explore vehicles with BIG WHEELS. They can also build items such as trucks, toolboxes and birdhouses at The Home Depot Builder’s Workshop. 11:00 AM, $5.00 child, adults free, www.friendsofbrodie.org
860-238-7305
September 13 – Hamden
Geology-of-the-Giant Hike. Sleeping Giant State Park off Rte. 10. About a 3 hour hike, wear comfortable shoes, bring snacks and water. Admission: Free. Hike begins at 1:30 p.m. (203) 272-7841
September 13 - Norwalk
Bring the grandparents to Stepping Stones museum on Sunday for Grandparents Day! (They'll get in for free.) Stick around to see The Jimmies perform at 5:00pm.
September 13- Woodbridge
Shalom New Haven Jewish Community Fair, JCC of Greater New Haven, 360 Amity Road. Live music & family fun activities such as pony rides, face painting, jugglers, shofar making workshop ($10/shofar), Schooner, Inc. Teach Tank with live animals from Long Island Sound, Neighborhood Music School musical petting zoo, New Haven Fire Department's Smoke Trailer and more! 12-4pm Free. www.jccnh.org 203-387-2424 x310
Benefit Class: Family Yoga
At Fresh Yoga in New Haven
To Benefit New Haven's
One World Community Playgroup!
Saturday September 19th 4 - 5 PM
Join Peg Oliveria and help support the One World Community Playgroup.
This is a class for parents and children.
$10 donation suggested but not required.
All ages Welcome.
Play and Do Yoga!
To learn more about our generous instructor, Peg Oliveria, click here.
To Benefit New Haven's
One World Community Playgroup!
Saturday September 19th 4 - 5 PM
Join Peg Oliveria and help support the One World Community Playgroup.
This is a class for parents and children.
$10 donation suggested but not required.
All ages Welcome.
Play and Do Yoga!
To learn more about our generous instructor, Peg Oliveria, click here.
Thursday, September 3, 2009
What's Going On This (Long) Weekend?
September 4 - New Haven
Don't forget about the movie in East Rock Park! For more info, visit our previous post.
September 1-6 – New Haven
Shakespeare in the Park, Edgerton Park, 75 Cliff St. Two classic plays will be featured in rotating repertory: Moliere’s “The Imaginary Invalid” and Philip Barry’s “Holiday.” Bring a blanket and picnic. Free with suggested donations. 7:30 PM. www.elmshakespeare.org (203) 393-1436
September 5-7 - Norwalk
Stepping Stones Museum has two great events going on!
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Touch-A-Truck! Celebrate the opening of our new Build It! exhibit with Touch-a-Truck.
Sept. 5 only: 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Creative Kids Cooking! Make a festive dragon out of healthy and tasty foods.
Sept 4 - 7 - Orange
Odessey: A Greek Festival
Celebrating Greek food, music and culture. Includes live music, dancing, marketplace vendors, kid's area, church tours and lectures. St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church, 480 Racebrook Rd.
September 4-7 - East Hampton
Haddam Neck Fair, 26 Quarry Hill Rd. Major agricultural fair featuring baking contest, tractor pulling, horse show, road race, exhibits, family entertainment, midway, truck and tracker pulls. Fri. 4 -10 PM, Sat. & Sun. 7:30 AM-10 PM, Mon. 7:30 AM-6 PM. General admission $7, children (under 12) free. (860) 267-5922
September 5 - November 1 - Middlefield
Corn Maze, Lyman Orchards, Jct. Rtes. 147 & 157. Explore four acres of towering cornstalks and two miles of winding pathways. Admission: Adults $9, children (4-12) $5, under 4 free. Wed.-Fri. 3.-5:30 PM.; Sat., Sun. and holidays 10 AM-5:30 PM. www.lymanorchards.com (866) 349-6015
September 6 – Meriden
Treasures of the Past, Solomon Goffe House, 677 North Colony St.Learn about some of the artifacts an archeologist has found around this old home. Admission: $2.00, 1:30 PM-4:30 PM. (203) 634-9088
Also, check out what kidHaven has listed on their things to do for this weekend!
Don't forget about the movie in East Rock Park! For more info, visit our previous post.
September 1-6 – New Haven
Shakespeare in the Park, Edgerton Park, 75 Cliff St. Two classic plays will be featured in rotating repertory: Moliere’s “The Imaginary Invalid” and Philip Barry’s “Holiday.” Bring a blanket and picnic. Free with suggested donations. 7:30 PM. www.elmshakespeare.org (203) 393-1436
September 5-7 - Norwalk
Stepping Stones Museum has two great events going on!
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Touch-A-Truck! Celebrate the opening of our new Build It! exhibit with Touch-a-Truck.
Sept. 5 only: 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Creative Kids Cooking! Make a festive dragon out of healthy and tasty foods.
Sept 4 - 7 - Orange
Odessey: A Greek Festival
Celebrating Greek food, music and culture. Includes live music, dancing, marketplace vendors, kid's area, church tours and lectures. St. Barbara Greek Orthodox Church, 480 Racebrook Rd.
September 4-7 - East Hampton
Haddam Neck Fair, 26 Quarry Hill Rd. Major agricultural fair featuring baking contest, tractor pulling, horse show, road race, exhibits, family entertainment, midway, truck and tracker pulls. Fri. 4 -10 PM, Sat. & Sun. 7:30 AM-10 PM, Mon. 7:30 AM-6 PM. General admission $7, children (under 12) free. (860) 267-5922
September 5 - November 1 - Middlefield
Corn Maze, Lyman Orchards, Jct. Rtes. 147 & 157. Explore four acres of towering cornstalks and two miles of winding pathways. Admission: Adults $9, children (4-12) $5, under 4 free. Wed.-Fri. 3.-5:30 PM.; Sat., Sun. and holidays 10 AM-5:30 PM. www.lymanorchards.com (866) 349-6015
September 6 – Meriden
Treasures of the Past, Solomon Goffe House, 677 North Colony St.Learn about some of the artifacts an archeologist has found around this old home. Admission: $2.00, 1:30 PM-4:30 PM. (203) 634-9088
Also, check out what kidHaven has listed on their things to do for this weekend!
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