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Join us for a gentle vinyasa flow, suitable for all levels. While we move our bodies, we will be focusing on linking breath to movement and enjoying a sense of mindfulness and calm as we do so. This class uses alignment cues and gentle hands on adjustments to help guide your practice as you move […]
Join Mill River Park at the Whittingham Discovery Center for Spring Sunday Funday! The first 25 participants will get a copy of the book! See the schedule below: March 3: “Think Big Little One” by Vashti Harrison March 10: “Let’s Dance” by Valerie Bolling March 17: “How to Catch a Leprechaun,” by Adam Wallace March 24: […]
Every Sunday from 1pm-3pm at all 3 stores!! Come any time you like and stay for as long as you would like. Pokémon professors will be available to help you learn how to play & build your decks, they facilitate trades, and all things Pokémon!
Join our nurturing new mothers group. Connect with other new moms in the 4th trimester. The first few weeks after birth can feel overwhelming, exhausting and lonely. This group is a safe and nurturing place to gather with other mamas who are in the same stage of life. You will have an opportunity to check […]
Storytime featuring songs, stories, rhymes and movement activities. Ages 2 and younger with an accompanying caregiver. Registration required.
Storytime featuring stories, rhymes and movement activities. Ages 2 and younger with an accompanying caregiver. Registration appreciated, click here!
At 10am on April 2nd join Mayor Simmons, Superintendent Dr. Lucero, and SPS student Christopher for Stamford Autism Acceptance Day at the Government Center. There will be a flag raising, proclamation, and keynote from Christopher!
Kids and their caretakers will learn about animal adaptions that help them as armor. The animal this BB will focus on is the armadillo! Kids will get to read a special story about armadillos and make their own foldable armadillo to take home. Children, ages 2.5-5, and their caregivers are encouraged to explore the museum’s […]
Enjoy picture book videos of beloved children’s classics. Ages 18 months to 5 years. Click here to learn more!
You’re invited to Bright Horizons’ Artsy Thursday event on April 11th! There will be hands-on art activities for you and your child. You’ll also have the opportunity to meet other local parents in the area. Make sure to RSVP! This is a family-friendly free event for parents with young children.
Baby & Me focuses on deepening the emotional and physical bond between parent and child while caregivers regain strength and confidence with mindful movement. You and your baby will play, move, explore, practice infant massage and connect with other parents and babies. For babies aged 4 weeks until crawling. (If you are a birthing person, […]
A participatory storytime for the whole family that includes songs, fingerplays, stories and movement activities. Ages 18 months to 5 years with an accompanying caregiver. Registration required. Registration opens six days before storytime date. Please note: If Stamford Public Schools are closed or delayed for inclement weather, this program will be cancelled.
Join this fun and enriching class! Age appropriate activities to help your child develop vital physical, communication, social and intellectual skills that form the foundation of all future learning. Babies will explore sound and textures, practice rolling. and some gentle tummy time. We will sing songs, incorporate baby sign language and so much more! This […]
A Spanish-language experience featuring stories, music, movement and fun that promotes native literacy. Ages 1 to 4 with an accompanying caregiver.
Kids ages 2-5 are invited to decorate 4 Campfire Cupcakes with chocolate frosting, Strawberries, marshmallows, and pretzels. A complimentary cup of ice cream will also be served. The price is $21 per child. Parents or caregivers are asked to accompany their child to this class. There is no registration fee for parents or caregivers, however, […]
Move your body & nourish your mind and soul. This class offers movements, alignments, breath work & meditation that are specifically geared towards pregnancy. Our classes address & can help ease pregnancy discomforts as well as facilitate finding the optimal birthing position for your baby. This class offers a sense of community in a safe […]
A program geared for babies featuring traditional verses, bouncing rhymes, board books and more. Ages 18 months and younger with an accompanying caregiver. Registration required. Registration opens six days before storytime date. Please note: If Stamford Public Schools are closed or delayed because of inclement weather, this program will be cancelled.
What do you call a spider with extra eyes? A spiiiiiiiiiider. And what do you call a ladybug who’s a jokester extraordinaire? Lillie the Ladybug, of course! The smallest of the Stepping Stones Storytellers always knows how to get the biggest laughs. Join us at Lillie’s Jokester Jamboree on April 6 for a day of […]
For all Stages of Pregnancy The perfect way to connect with your changing body and your baby during pregnancy. This class will combine yoga postures, breath work, and relaxation techniques, which will help to release tension and fatigue, and prepare the body and mind for labor, delivery and the postpartum period. Bring a yoga mat. […]
In partnership with Read to Grow, Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo will be hosting an author signing, book giveaway and story time! Come meet Randy Houk, author of Ruffle, Coo and Hoo Doo, which is a book about animal protection and environmental preservation that is set right here in Bridgeport! Zoo guests will receive a signed copy of his […]
Join Filling in the Blanks on April 7, 2024, at the Sixth Annual Unite to Fight 5K. The race will take place at Waveny Park located in New Canaan, CT. This year you have the unique opportunity to get in early as a staple sponsor of this event, which will benefit your brand, and help […]
Join us for a gentle vinyasa flow, suitable for all levels. While we move our bodies, we will be focusing on linking breath to movement and enjoying a sense of mindfulness and calm as we do so. This class uses alignment cues and gentle hands on adjustments to help guide your practice as you move […]
Join Mill River Park at the Whittingham Discovery Center for Spring Sunday Funday! The first 25 participants will get a copy of the book! See the schedule below: March 3: “Think Big Little One” by Vashti Harrison March 10: “Let’s Dance” by Valerie Bolling March 17: “How to Catch a Leprechaun,” by Adam Wallace March 24: […]
During the 2024 Solar Eclipse, Stepping Stones Museum for Children invites you to explore the wonders of the universe safely and creatively! Visit us for engaging activities, interactive programs and special demonstrations designed to illuminate the science behind this rare event.
Storytime featuring stories, rhymes and movement activities. Ages 2 and younger with an accompanying caregiver. Registration appreciated.
Storytime featuring songs, stories, rhymes and movement activities. Ages 2 and younger with an accompanying caregiver. Registration required.
Enjoy picture book videos of beloved children’s classics. Ages 18 months to 5 years. Click here to learn more!
For parent/care-giver & babies, ages 6 weeks -pre-crawling. You and baby will practice yoga together! You will restore and rejuvenate through stretching and strengthening poses. Babies will enjoy yoga poses to aid in digestion, sleep and brain and motor development. This class is a great opportunity to bond with your baby and to connect with […]
Join us for dinner with Bluey!! Tuesday April 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th at 6PM. Call 203-348-7000 to make your reservations!! Don't miss out!!!
Vacation Drop-Off Day: Spring Babies! Wednesday, April 10 Ages 5 – 9 9:30 am – 12 pm Limited to 12 children No school? No problem! We’ll check out the new spring babies throughout the SM&NC — from tadpoles in the vernal pools to newborns on the farm! Must be of age by date of program. Meets […]
Baby & Me focuses on deepening the emotional and physical bond between parent and child while caregivers regain strength and confidence with mindful movement. You and your baby will play, move, explore, practice infant massage and connect with other parents and babies. For babies aged 4 weeks until crawling. (If you are a birthing person, […]
Join us for this fun creative pasta making class! Kids will make handmade pasta dough and learn how to roll it out and make different pasta shapes. The kids will get to be creative and make their own sauce for the pasta using ingredients in our pantry. We'll make cannoli cookies to round out the […]
Join this fun and enriching class! Age appropriate activities to help your child develop vital physical, communication, social and intellectual skills that form the foundation of all future learning. Babies will explore sound and textures, practice rolling. and some gentle tummy time. We will sing songs, incorporate baby sign language and so much more! This […]
A Spanish-language experience featuring stories, music, movement and fun that promotes native literacy. Ages 1 to 4 with an accompanying caregiver.
Engage with books, songs and activities to build early literacy skills. Ages 3 to 5 with an accompanying caregiver. Registration required, click here!
Move your body & nourish your mind and soul. This class offers movements, alignments, breath work & meditation that are specifically geared towards pregnancy. Our classes address & can help ease pregnancy discomforts as well as facilitate finding the optimal birthing position for your baby. This class offers a sense of community in a safe […]
A program geared for babies featuring traditional verses, bouncing rhymes, board books and more. Ages 18 months and younger with an accompanying caregiver. Registration required. Registration opens six days before storytime date. Please note: If Stamford Public Schools are closed or delayed because of inclement weather, this program will be cancelled.
For all Stages of Pregnancy The perfect way to connect with your changing body and your baby during pregnancy. This class will combine yoga postures, breath work, and relaxation techniques, which will help to release tension and fatigue, and prepare the body and mind for labor, delivery and the postpartum period. Bring a yoga mat. […]
Take time out just for you! This class is designed to support your body and mind after having your baby. We will focus on safely strengthening the pelvic floor, abdominals, and overall strengthening and stretching. You will reconnect with and rejuvenate your body and enjoy the community of others in the same stage of life. […]
The timeless story of Cinderella and her journey to find love and happiness with the handsome Prince Charming, but this is unlike any Cinderella you’ve ever seen! Cinderella’s her wicked step mother and stepsisters try everything they can to keep Cinderella from attending Prince Charming’s Royal Ball, but with a little help from a magical […]
Join us for a gentle vinyasa flow, suitable for all levels. While we move our bodies, we will be focusing on linking breath to movement and enjoying a sense of mindfulness and calm as we do so. This class uses alignment cues and gentle hands on adjustments to help guide your practice as you move […]
Join Mill River Park at the Whittingham Discovery Center for Spring Sunday Funday! The first 25 participants will get a copy of the book! See the schedule below: March 3: “Think Big Little One” by Vashti Harrison March 10: “Let’s Dance” by Valerie Bolling March 17: “How to Catch a Leprechaun,” by Adam Wallace March 24: […]
THE SOUND OF MUSIC THE KWESKIN THEATRE March 29 – April 27, 2024 Evening performances at 7:30pm Matinees at 2pm One of our FAVORITE THINGS! This Rodger and Hammerstein classic has been an audience favorite for many years. Set in Austria on the eve of the Anschluss in 1938, the musical tells the story of […]
The Stamford YMHA is offering three Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) trainings this spring. The training is available to all adults in our community who regularly interact with young people. The course will introduce common mental health challenges, review typical adolescent development and teach a five-step action plan for how to help young people […]
Our annual Take-a-Hike Week returns, now in its 18th year! Monday, April 15 – Saturday, April 20 Join us for many different hikes, live animal programs, and much more throughout the week! A list of programs will be on our website as the week approaches. This year’s Take-a-Hike Week wraps up with our first-ever Farm & […]
Join us for this fun donuts class! Kids will make yeasted donuts, cake donuts and different glazes and toppings. They'll learn how to fry the donuts, decorating techniques, how to make a custard filling, and have the most fun! AGES 8-14
Our annual Take-a-Hike Week returns, now in its 18th year! Monday, April 15 – Saturday, April 20 Join us for many different hikes, live animal programs, and much more throughout the week! A list of programs will be on our website as the week approaches. This year’s Take-a-Hike Week wraps up with our first-ever Farm & […]
Is your child an aspiring pastry chef? Kids will make their own mini cake with it's own camping scene. They'll get to be creative with their decorations. We'll make the cakes and buttercream from scratch, decorate their cakes with a camping scene complete with campfire, chocolate trees, and tent, and make a lunch. Lunch […]
Enjoy picture book videos of beloved children’s classics. Ages 18 months to 5 years. Click here to learn more!
Our annual Take-a-Hike Week returns, now in its 18th year! Monday, April 15 – Saturday, April 20 Join us for many different hikes, live animal programs, and much more throughout the week! A list of programs will be on our website as the week approaches. This year’s Take-a-Hike Week wraps up with our first-ever Farm & […]
Baby & Me focuses on deepening the emotional and physical bond between parent and child while caregivers regain strength and confidence with mindful movement. You and your baby will play, move, explore, practice infant massage and connect with other parents and babies. For babies aged 4 weeks until crawling. (If you are a birthing person, […]
Stamford Downtown, in conjunction with various City of Stamford departments, will host a free event during the school spring break. Touch A Truck is a family-friendly event designed to allow children to explore, climb and touch vehicles of all shapes and sizes. The Stamford Fire Department, Stamford Police Department, Stamford Emergency Services, City of Stamford Operations […]
Our annual Take-a-Hike Week returns, now in its 18th year! Monday, April 15 – Saturday, April 20 Join us for many different hikes, live animal programs, and much more throughout the week! A list of programs will be on our website as the week approaches. This year’s Take-a-Hike Week wraps up with our first-ever Farm & […]
Join this fun and enriching class! Age appropriate activities to help your child develop vital physical, communication, social and intellectual skills that form the foundation of all future learning. Babies will explore sound and textures, practice rolling. and some gentle tummy time. We will sing songs, incorporate baby sign language and so much more! This […]
Join us for a hike to look for early spring migrants as well as some of our favorite resident birds. We’ll hike from the Overbrook Nature Center through the SM&NC property, and over to Bartlett Arboretum to see who we can find. Please bring binoculars as only a few pairs will be available to borrow. […]
Our annual Take-a-Hike Week returns, now in its 18th year! Monday, April 15 – Saturday, April 20 Join us for many different hikes, live animal programs, and much more throughout the week! A list of programs will be on our website as the week approaches. This year’s Take-a-Hike Week wraps up with our first-ever Farm & […]
Move your body & nourish your mind and soul. This class offers movements, alignments, breath work & meditation that are specifically geared towards pregnancy. Our classes address & can help ease pregnancy discomforts as well as facilitate finding the optimal birthing position for your baby. This class offers a sense of community in a safe […]
Welcome spring with yummy baked treats to celebrate the warmer weather and blooming nature! We'll be making and decorating flower pot chocolate cupcakes, using edible flowers to press into cookies, and make berry tea cakes. We'll make all these delicious baked goods (all nut-free) to eat, and they'll get some treats to take home. AGES […]
Our annual Take-a-Hike Week returns, now in its 18th year! Monday, April 15 – Saturday, April 20 Join us for many different hikes, live animal programs, and much more throughout the week! A list of programs will be on our website as the week approaches. This year’s Take-a-Hike Week wraps up with our first-ever Farm & […]
This year for Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo's Party for the Planet, we will be hosting a park clean-up within Beardsley Park! Join us on Saturday, April 20th and Sunday April 21st to clean up litter in Beardsley Park from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. This event is open to all members of the public, but we […]
For all Stages of Pregnancy The perfect way to connect with your changing body and your baby during pregnancy. This class will combine yoga postures, breath work, and relaxation techniques, which will help to release tension and fatigue, and prepare the body and mind for labor, delivery and the postpartum period. Bring a yoga mat. […]
Our exciting new benefit run explores the vast terrain and many wonders of the SM&NC’s extraordinary 118-acre site. Route will include paved paths throughout Heckscher Farm, scenic nature trails, wooden boardwalks and more. Rain or shine! Race starts promptly at 8:00am at the Knobloch Family Farmhouse Plaza. Must be 16+ to participate. $35 Registration includes a […]
Join us for a gentle vinyasa flow, suitable for all levels. While we move our bodies, we will be focusing on linking breath to movement and enjoying a sense of mindfulness and calm as we do so. This class uses alignment cues and gentle hands on adjustments to help guide your practice as you move […]
This year for Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo's Party for the Planet, we will be hosting a park clean-up within Beardsley Park! Join us on Saturday, April 20th and Sunday April 21st to clean up litter in Beardsley Park from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. This event is open to all members of the public, but we […]
Celebrate Earth Day with a day of service at GLT's Converse Brook Preserve! Volunteers of all ages are welcome to come and lend a hand at our Converse Brook Preserve. We'll be working on various stewardship tasks, including trail maintenance, native planting, invasive plant removal, and mulching. There will be light refreshments and feel free […]
Storytime featuring songs, stories, rhymes and movement activities. Ages 2 and younger with an accompanying caregiver. Registration required.
Storytime featuring stories, rhymes and movement activities. Ages 2 and younger with an accompanying caregiver. Registration appreciated.
Enjoy picture book videos of beloved children’s classics. Ages 18 months to 5 years. Click here to learn more!
For parent/care-giver & babies, ages 6 weeks -pre-crawling. You and baby will practice yoga together! You will restore and rejuvenate through stretching and strengthening poses. Babies will enjoy yoga poses to aid in digestion, sleep and brain and motor development. This class is a great opportunity to bond with your baby and to connect with […]
Join us for dinner with Bluey!! Tuesday April 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th at 6PM. Call 203-348-7000 to make your reservations!! Don't miss out!!!
Baby & Me focuses on deepening the emotional and physical bond between parent and child while caregivers regain strength and confidence with mindful movement. You and your baby will play, move, explore, practice infant massage and connect with other parents and babies. For babies aged 4 weeks until crawling. (If you are a birthing person, […]
A participatory storytime for the whole family that includes songs, fingerplays, stories and movement activities. Ages 18 months to 5 years with an accompanying caregiver. Registration required. Registration opens six days before storytime date. Please note: If Stamford Public Schools are closed or delayed for inclement weather, this program will be cancelled.
In this postpartum support series, we will tackle the most common topics in early parenthood: identity, self care, navigating changing relationships, sleeping, feeding & soothing, postpartum mind & body and returning to work. However, no topic is off limits. Using elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction you will gather tools, resources […]
Join this fun and enriching class! Age appropriate activities to help your child develop vital physical, communication, social and intellectual skills that form the foundation of all future learning. Babies will explore sound and textures, practice rolling. and some gentle tummy time. We will sing songs, incorporate baby sign language and so much more! This […]
Join us on the search for spring ephemeral wildflowers at one of GLT's gems! Dan Brubaker, Director of Conservation and Outreach, will guide guests on this extended distance, vigorous-intensity hike at GLT's new Byram River Preserve. This preserve holds an amazing collection of native spring wildflowers as well as mature woodlands with large eastern hemlocks. […]
A Spanish-language experience featuring stories, music, movement and fun that promotes native literacy. Ages 1 to 4 with an accompanying caregiver.
Move your body & nourish your mind and soul. This class offers movements, alignments, breath work & meditation that are specifically geared towards pregnancy. Our classes address & can help ease pregnancy discomforts as well as facilitate finding the optimal birthing position for your baby. This class offers a sense of community in a safe […]
A program geared for babies featuring traditional verses, bouncing rhymes, board books and more. Ages 18 months and younger with an accompanying caregiver. Registration required. Registration opens six days before storytime date. Please note: If Stamford Public Schools are closed or delayed because of inclement weather, this program will be cancelled.
Join the Italian Center of Stamford for a fun-filled morning at the IC! Chase, Skye and Marshall from Paw Patrol will be there to meet and greet all their fans. Enjoy a delicious breakfast while your little ones get to hang out with their favorite characters. Don’t forget to bring your camera for some paw-some photo opportunities! […]
Get ready for an exhilarating Earth Day celebration at King School on Saturday, April 27. Children ages 2 to 10 are in for an unforgettable experience that will pique their curiosity and get them fully engaged. From getting up close and personal with adorable animals at the petting zoo to diving into fascinating science experiments, […]
For all Stages of Pregnancy The perfect way to connect with your changing body and your baby during pregnancy. This class will combine yoga postures, breath work, and relaxation techniques, which will help to release tension and fatigue, and prepare the body and mind for labor, delivery and the postpartum period. Bring a yoga mat. […]
Join us for a gentle vinyasa flow, suitable for all levels. While we move our bodies, we will be focusing on linking breath to movement and enjoying a sense of mindfulness and calm as we do so. This class uses alignment cues and gentle hands on adjustments to help guide your practice as you move […]
Join us for our annual Spring on the Farm Family Fest Sundays! We’re celebrating our high season by bundling all the fun and games of a festival into a single admission price on two special Sundays this spring! Each Sunday we’ll open our site at 10 am with added attractions, enhanced programming, fun seasonal offerings, and free […]
Join us this year on Sunday, April 28 for the 18th Annual ARI of Connecticut, Inc. Walk for Independence in support of the nearly 100 individuals supported by ARI. Enjoy a stroll along the Long Island Sound while supporting ARI and their 70+ year history. Not sure if you can walk the entire route, no […]
Storytime featuring stories, rhymes and movement activities. Ages 2 and younger with an accompanying caregiver. Registration appreciated.
Storytime featuring songs, stories, rhymes and movement activities. Ages 2 and younger with an accompanying caregiver. Registration required.
Storytime featuring stories, rhymes and movement activities. Ages 2 and younger with an accompanying caregiver. Registration appreciated, click here!
Enjoy picture book videos of beloved children’s classics. Ages 18 months to 5 years. Click here to learn more!
For parent/care-giver & babies, ages 6 weeks -pre-crawling. You and baby will practice yoga together! You will restore and rejuvenate through stretching and strengthening poses. Babies will enjoy yoga poses to aid in digestion, sleep and brain and motor development. This class is a great opportunity to bond with your baby and to connect with […]
Tuesday, April 30 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. […]