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Silvermine Guild Arts Center

Visit the spacious Galleries of this historic arts center, where more than 20 solo, group and juried exhibitions are presented each year. Meet the artists in a Wednesday lunchtime talk or express yourself through a class in the School of Art. Enjoy a concert in their intimate auditorium.

Address: 1037 Silvermine Road, New Canaan, CT
Tel: 203-966-9700

The Discovery Museum & Planetarium

The Discovery Museum has three floors of hands-on science fun with High-Definition movies, and daily Planetarium shows, all included with admission to the museum. Their first class educational programs and Connecticut's only Challenger Learning Center make the Museum a can't-be-missed attraction, for classes, camps, and kids everywhere.

Address: 4450 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT
Tel: 203-372-3521

Bridgeport Bluefish

2008 Schedule

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 2008 season.

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

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

Earthplace

Nature-oriented fun for the whole family. Visit Natureplace, which features nature displays and hands-on natural science activities. See rescued wildlife, including bald eagles, hawks, vultures, owls and more up close. Hike the 62-acre sanctuary. Preschool program, summer camp, birthday parties, school, scout and after-school programs, and museum store.

Address: 10 Woodside Lane, Westport, CT
Tel: 203-227-7253
Email: info@earthplace.org

Sculpture Barn Art Center

Sculpture Barn Art Center is dedicated to fostering dialogue among contemporary artists, collectors, and the public through exhibitions, classes, and performance events. Visitors are invited to stroll the 4-acre Sculpture Field, peek in on the Atelier studios’ process and view fine art exhibits and performance events in the Gallery.

Address: Milltown Road at Rt. 39, New Fairfield, CT
Tel: 203-746-6101
Email: sculpturebarn@charter.net

The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum

Exhibitions Calendar

It is the mission of The Aldrich's curatorial department to present innovative, exciting, diverse contemporary art exhibitions and programs that focus on emerging and mid-career artists. Curators strive to offer exhibitions of the highest quality and provide opportunities for collaborative, artistic, and curatorial risk-taking that respect both artist and audience.

Address: 258 Main Street, Ridgefield, CT
Tel: 203-438-4519
Email: general@aldrich.org

Historic Hudson Valley

Historic Hudson Valley is a network of National Historic Landmarks located in nearby Westchester, including: Kykuit, (pictured) the Rockefeller estate, one of America’s most magnificent houses and gardens; and Washington Irving’s Sunnyside, the famous riverside home of the author. Details about all sites, plus tickets to Kykuit, are online: www.hudsonvalley.org

Address: Tarrytown, NY
Tel: 914-631-8200
Email: info@hudsonvalley.org

Brookfield Craft Center

National profile not-for-profit gallery and gift shop featuring handmade work by hundreds of American crafts artists exclusively. Functional artwork for the home including: pottery, glassware, designer jewelry, woodworking, baskets and other artful gifts of lasting value. Colonial vintage building overlooking the Still River at Halfway Falls.

Address: 286 Whisconier Road (Route 25), Brookfield, CT
Tel: 203-775-4526
Email: info@brookfieldcraftcenter.org
Fax: 203-740-7815

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

Ski Sundown

Located in northwestern Connecticut, Ski Sundown offers day and night skiing and snowboarding every day on 15 trails with 100% snowmaking. Varied terrain choices insure variety for every level skier and snowboarder. “Start anytime” 4-hour and 8-hour ticketing options. Lessons available for children 4 and up and adults.

Address: 126 Ratlum Road, New Hartford, CT
Tel: 860-379-SNOW (7669)
Email: customerservice@skisundown.com

Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo

Open year-round and exhibiting almost 300 animals, Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo has 50 acres of fun for the entire family. Take a ride on the carousel. Stop by the Peacock Café for a bite to eat. Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo, Connecticut’s only zoo - celebrating 85 years of fun.

Address: 1875 Noble Avenue, Bridgeport, CT
Tel: 203-394-6565

CityCenter Danbury

Event Schedule

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

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

The Ridgefield Playhouse

Calendar of Events

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

Maritime Aquarium

The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk – the only aquarium devoted to Long Island Sound – offers educational programs throughout the year for children and adults. Sound Scientists offers summer and vacation camps for kids and research participation opportunities for adults. Offering year-round Marine Life Study Cruises aboard Research Vessel Oceanic.

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

Stepping Stones Museum for Children

Learning and fun go hand-in-hand at Stepping Stones. Their exhibits and educational programs help expand a child's world by engaging them in fun, playful exploration. With four main galleries, a toddlers-only gallery and over 100 hands-on activities, Stepping Stones offers children ages ten and under plenty to explore and discover.

Address: 303 West Avenue, Norwalk, CT
Tel: 203-899-0606

Barn Hill Studio

Upcoming Events

Barn Hill Studio was created when Linda Dohanos renovated an historic 1894 barn. It houses her studio and gallery space, where she creates sculptures, ceramics, and paints. Linda teaches art seminars on specific artistic techniques. By collaborating with other artists, the Gallery holds seasonal shows and is open to the public.

Address: 20 Barn Hill Road, Monroe, CT
Tel: 203 268-4225
Email: info@barnhillstudio.com

Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens

The Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens is an extraordinary natural resource in Fairfield County, featuring 91 acres of open, green space located on the historical property of well-known arborist Dr. Francis A. Bartlett. Every visit offers something new, including 10 different walking trails, nine unique gardens, and collections of plants and trees.

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

Babcock Preserve

Address: 201 North Street, Greenwich, CT
Tel: 203-622-7824

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