School’s out for MLK Day! So, what now? Check below for a list of ways to keep everyone entertained on Monday, January 21, including special museum openings, day camps and more!
If you’re looking to take a trip to go skiing & snowboarding, head to our Skiing & Snowboarding Resource Page for a list of great destinations for both day trips and weekend getaways!
DAY CAMPS
TGA Golf MLK Day Camp
The Stamford JCC
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Ages 5 – 12
Truly Amazing Science MLK Day
Recreation Star Center
8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Ages 5 – 11
School Holiday Activity Program
Italian Center
8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Ages 5 – 11
MLK Day Camp
Tumble Jungle – 250 Westport Ave, Norwalk, CT & 111 Block Rock Turnpike, Fairfield
9 a.m. – noon (option for an extra hours
Ages 3+
Keep Kickin Soccer MLK Day Camp
433 RecPlex, 346 Main Avenue, Norwalk
9 a.m. – noon
Ages 5 – 13
Holiday School Camp
Bodywise by Betty Fitness Studio – 990 Hope Street
9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. – Regular Day
8:15 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. – Extended Day
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Half Day AM
Grades K – 5
My Gym MLK Camp
7 Hyde Street
1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Ages 2 – 10
*Potty Training NOT required
ACTIVITIES
Organic Pancake Bar
Mike’s Organic Warehouse Market, 377 Fairfield Avenue
9 a.m. – noon
Full Monday Market also with produce, meat, fish, dairy, pantry & more, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
School’s Out Skate Day
Stamford Twin Rinks
9:05 a.m. – 2:35 p.m.
DJ playing music, open to all ages. $9 per skater, $4.50 skate rentals
MLK Day Annual Celebration
Rally: 10 a.m.
MLK March: 11 a.m.
Commencing at Bethel AME Church, 150 Fairfield Avenue
Program @ Lunch: 12:30 p.m.
Yerwood Center, 90 Fairfield Avenue
Brownie Greenhouse Scientist
Bartlett Arboretum
10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Bartlett Arboretum staff will guide Brownies through a plant’s structure and adaptations. In the middle of winter, visit a tropical location… in Stamford! Participants will get to pot a plant to take home. (For: Troops, Individuals with an adult) Fee: $14/girl, $8/adult
Winter Break Out Day: Frozen Frenzy
Stamford Museum & Nature Center
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Discover the science of ice and snow during our own frozen celebration! Learn how animals prepare for winter, make your own snow, go on a snow scavenger hunt, play in our indoor snow room, and more! Meet Elsa and create some great winter crafts.
Music Together Rhythm Kids Party Drop In
Greenwich & Westport studios
3 p.m.
RSVP to [email protected].
SPECIAL MUSEUM OPENINGS
Main Library & Weed Memorial & Hollander Branch OPEN
10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
South End Branch & Harry Bennett Branch CLOSED
Stepping Stones Museum OPEN
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Maritime Aquarium
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Open Ocean Feeding: 11 a.m.
Seal Training Demonstration: 11:45 a.m., 1:45 p.,. & 3:45 p.m.
Winter Family Day
The Bruce Museum
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day by creating artwork inspired by MLK’s values of compassion, love, courage, forgiveness, and community. Engage in thoughtful activities that get you thinking about your community, including a canned-food drive organized by Neighbor-to-Neighbor. Live performances by the Bright Star Theatre Company at 11:00 am, “Heroes of the Underground,” and 1:00 pm, “Let it Shine.” Free with Museum admission or canned goods; no registration required.
NATIONAL DAY OF SERVICE
Martin Luther King Day of Service
Stamford JCC
10 a.m. – noon
Service projects include making sandwiches for Jewish Family Services to be distributed to those in need.
Book reading and activity for children ages 4 – 9
Also, help make birthday cards for the JCC Seniors!
Kids Helping Kids National Day of Service
Filling In The Blanks Warehouse
346 Main Avenue, Norwalk
12:30 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.
For kids in grades 6 – 12.
Call (203) 884-1501 with questions.