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Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens

This extraordinary natural resource is open to the public every day of the year. Every visit offers something new, including ten different walking trails and nine unique gardens. Visitors can enjoy the Silver Educational Center, art exhibits, outdoor summer concerts as well as education classes for adults and children.

Address: 151 Brookdale Road, Stamford, CT
Tel: 203-322-6971


Bridgeport Bluefish


Summer Family Fun! The Bridgeport Bluefish Professional Baseball Club, a charter team in the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball, plays its home games at The Ballpark at Harbor Yard in Bridgeport. Season tickets, group outings, special family events, fireworks, birthday parties and summer camps are available for the 2013 season.

Address: Ballpark at Harbor Yard, Bridgeport, CT
Tel: 203-345-4800
Email: info@bridgeportbluefish.com

The Bridgeport Bluefish

Squantz Pond State Park

Squantz Pond offers four season enjoyment with steep, wooded slopes, a cool, blue pond and colorful foliage to delight visitors throughout the year.

Address: 178 Shortwoods Road, New Fairfield, CT
Tel: 203-312-5013


Maritime Aquarium

At The Maritime Aquarium, get close to sharks, seals, river otters, sea turtles and other animals native to Long Island Sound. Special “African Penguins” exhibit open through April 21. And kids 6-12 can have gallons of fun April 15-19 during “Spring Vacation Adventures.” Get tickets at www.maritimeaquarium.org

Address: 10 North Water Street, Norwalk, CT
Tel: 203-852-0700


Sports Center of Connecticut

Family fun for all ages. The Sports Center features Laser Tag, Duck Pin Bowling, Stadium Style Batting Cages, Heated and Weather Protected Driving Range, 18 Hole Mini-Golf Course, 4,500sqft Video Arcade Room, Open Family Ice Skating. They do Family Reunions, Holiday Parties and Birthday Parties. Open 365 days/nights a year

Address: 784 River Road, Shelton, CT
Tel: (203) 929-6500
Email: info@sportscenterct.com

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Bridgeport Sound Tigers


The Sound Tigers are Connecticut's premiere professional sports franchise specializing in exciting family fun entertainment. Come experience the most exhilarating live attraction Connecticut has to offer. They will sell you the entire seat, but you will only need the edge! The 2012/2013 Sound Tiger's season runs Oct 12th through mid-April 2013.

Address: 600 Main Street, Bridgeport, CT
Tel: 203.334.GOAL (4625)
Email: info@soundtigers.com

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Stepping Stones Museum for Children

Stepping Stones Museum for Children ignites a love of learning through play. With exhibits, performances, workshops, outdoor garden and courtyard play spaces, a cafe and store, and classes – children become wide-eyed with excitement. Step inside our spectacular LEED Gold certified museum and open your world to amazing explorations and discoveries.

Address: Mathews Park, 303 West Avenue, Norwalk, CT
Tel: 203-899-0606
Email: info@steppingstonesmuseum.org


Stamford Museum & Nature Center

The Stamford Museum and Nature Center offers interactive exhibitions, educational programs and recreational activities. The 118-acre woodland site includes a working farm, nature center, state-of-the-art observatory with research telescope, studio art building, exhibition galleries, rental spaces, planetarium, and vast hardwood forest with five hiking trails.

Address: 39 Scofieldtown Road, Stamford, CT
Tel: 203-322-1646


Audubon Greenwich

Enjoy natural beauty and nature programs minutes from Westchester and downtown Greenwich. The 285-acre sanctuary and Center has trails, a lake, ponds, woodlands, meadows, the Byram River, exhibits, a learning center, arts gallery and gift shop. Programs include bird walks, workshops, guided hikes,kids’ programs, festivals, camp and school-related programming.

Address: 613 Riversville Road, Greenwich, CT
Tel: 203-869-5272


Playland Park

Have some FUN today! Playland features more than 50 rides and attractions for children and adults. Song and dance revues, strolling entertainment, magic shows, fireworks, concerts and more! There's also a beach, pool, boardwalk, pier, lake boating, picnic area and mini-golf. $15 Tuesday Nights July & August after 5 p.m.!

Address: Playland Parkway, Rye, NY
Tel: 914.813.7000

Rye Playland minutes from Fairfield County

The Ridgefield Playhouse


A 500 seat not-for-profit performing arts center featuring a monthly Pepsi Children’s Series, Rock Series, Jazz Series, Dance, Theater, Film Society, Comedy, Folk, Classical and Arts in Education. As part of their mission, they donate tickets to low income areas so the benefit of having the arts enriches their lives.

Address: 80 East Ridge Avenue, Ridgefield, CT
Tel: 203-438-5795
Email: info@ridgefieldplayhouse.org


CityCenter Danbury


Danbury has always been about community and no place celebrates community better than downtown. This summer, shop and explore CityCenter. Bring blankets and picnics or get take-out from the many downtown restaurants and enjoy free music every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Spend a summer evening on the Green at CityCenter!

Address: 186 Main Street, Danbury, CT
Tel: 203-792-1711
Email: info@citycenterdanbury.com


Lucius Pond Ordway/Devil's Den Preserve

Visit Connecticut largest continuous preserve and the largest tract of protected land in densely developed Fairfield County. Its patchwork of woodlands, wetlands and rock ledges and a series of north-south ridges and valleys woven with streams and swamps make the Devil's Den ideal for low-impact outdoor activities such as hiking and bird watching.

Address: 33 Pent Road, Weston, CT
Tel: 203-568-6270


Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo

New faces are here! Chacoan Peccary, Brazilian Ocelot, Lynxes, Vampire Bats, Snowy Owls and more! CT’s Beardsley Zoo is a wonderful place to visit. Come see more than 300 animals and learn about endangered species. With its antique Carousel, Victorian Greenhouse, “Pop-up” Prairie dog exhibit and Free-flight Aviary, it is a truly memorable place.

Address: 1875 Noble Avenue, Bridgeport, CT
Tel: 203-394-6565
Email: info@ beardsleyzoo.org


New Canaan Nature Center

An environmental education center and sanctuary dedicated to helping people of all ages better understand, appreciate and care for the world of nature. With hands on science exhibits, it’s an unparalleled source for horticulture and natural science education, providing programs, trips and special events for children, schools, families, and adults.

Address: 144 Oenoke Ridge Road, New Canaan, CT
Tel: 203-966-9577