Boston Post Road & Wall Street

Celebrate summer on the shoreline at &nbsp;Madison's 17th Annual Beachcomber Night!
Gather your family, meet up with friends, and come out for a great summer evening in Downtown Madison along Boston Post Road and Wall Street. • Delicious food trucks lining Wall Street • Connecticut craft beer, wine &amp; spirit tastings* • Live music throughout downtown • Shopping, specials, and in-store celebrations • Sweet treats and refreshing summer drinks • Activities and fun for all ages 
Beachcomber Night is the perfect way to celebrate summer and experience the best of the shoreline.
Thursday, August 13 4:00–7:00 PM Downtown Madison | Boston Post Road &amp; Wall Street
Skip the line and save time – buy your drink wristband today to enjoy over a dozen beer / wine / spirits from participating vendors.
Bring your friends and have a fun time out in the heart of Madison!
*Must be 21+ with valid ID to purchase and wear beverage wristbands.

Local Event: Beachcomber Night

New Haven County

Madison

Connecticut

Beachcomber Night

Celebrate summer on the shoreline at  Madison's 17th Annual Beachcomber Night!
Gather your family, meet up with friends, and...

St George Catholic Church

Saint George Church Carnival sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Council 3928, Guilford
August 11 - 15, 2026
Food - Rides - Games - Family Fun
Great Food and Fun for the Whole Family
Event Schedule &amp; Details
·Times: Food tent opens at 5:30 PM nightly; rides open at 6:00 PM.
·Admission &amp; Parking: No entrance fee; limited free parking is available on the church grounds.
·Highlights: Carnival rides provided by <a href="https://tufanoamusements.com/events/274" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Tufano Amusements</a> (including the new Giant Wheel for 2026), food favorites like fried dough pizza, games, and a White Elephant sale.

Local Event: Saint George Church Carnival

Guilford

Saint George Church Carnival

Saint George Church Carnival sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Council 3928, Guilford
August 11 - 15, 2026
Food - Rides -...

<figure><img src="https://cdn20.patchcdn.com/users/25580356/20260801/010708/your-paragraph-text-11___01130707674.jpg" id="Your paragraph text (11).png" data-image="Your paragraph text (11).png"></figure>Boost math skills with Study Hall's low-cost math boot camps during the week of August 17th for middle school, high school, and SAT math. Cost is only $175 per week with need based financial assistance available. Call 860-552-2800 or email studyhallclinton@gmail.com or visit www.studyhalltutor.com for more details. Use link to register. NOTE DATED CHANGE- MIDDLE SCHOOL MATH IS NOW AUGUST 17-21 12:30-2:30

Local Event: Math Boot Camps for Teens in August!

Middlesex County

Clinton

Math Boot Camps for Teens in August!

Boost math skills with Study Hall's low-cost math boot camps during the week of August 17th for middle school, high school, and...

Study Hall's SAT Math Bootcamp will help students improve skills and gain confidence when taking the SAT or ACT exams. Taught by professional teachers, these small group classes are meant to cater to each student's individual needs.&nbsp; Only $175 per week and&nbsp; additional need based financial assistance may be available.&nbsp;Study Hall is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing affordable educational assistance to students in the greater Clinton community.&nbsp;Please email studyhallclinton@gmail.com for questions, visit www.studyhalltutor.com for more information and to see what else Study Hall offers, or use link to register.&nbsp; <figure><img src="https://cdn20.patchcdn.com/users/24470465/20260801/123207/screenshot-2026-08-01-at-120614pm___01123206968.jpg" id="Screenshot 2026-08-01 at 12.06.14 PM.png" data-image="Screenshot 2026-08-01 at 12.06.14 PM.png"></figure>

Local Event: Study Hall's SAT Math Boot Camp starts soon!

Study Hall's SAT Math Boot Camp starts soon!

Study Hall's SAT Math Bootcamp will help students improve skills and gain confidence when taking the SAT or ACT exams. Taught...

Study Hall is offering a High School Math Bootcamp to prepare new high school students and refresh skills for existing students. Taught by professional teachers, these small group classes are meant to cater to each student's individual needs.&nbsp; Only $175 per week and&nbsp; additional need based financial assistance may be available.&nbsp;Study Hall is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing affordable educational assistance to students in the greater Clinton community.&nbsp;Please email studyhallclinton@gmail.com for questions, visit <a href="https://www.studyhalltutor.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">studyhalltutor.com</a> for more information and to see what else Study Hall offers, or use link to register.&nbsp;<figure><img src="https://cdn20.patchcdn.com/users/24470465/20260801/124155/screenshot-2026-08-01-at-120514pm___01124154395.jpg" id="Screenshot 2026-08-01 at 12.05.14 PM.png" data-image="Screenshot 2026-08-01 at 12.05.14 PM.png"></figure>

Local Event: High School Math Boot Camp Starts Soon!

High School Math Boot Camp Starts Soon!

Study Hall is offering a High School Math Bootcamp to prepare new high school students and refresh skills for existing...

Study Hall's Math Bootcamp for Middle Schoolers will help students improve skills and gain confidence in math. Taught by professional teachers, these small group classes are meant to cater to each student's individual needs.&nbsp; Only $175 per week and&nbsp; additional need based financial assistance may be available.&nbsp;Study Hall is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing affordable educational assistance to students in the greater Clinton community.&nbsp;Please email studyhallclinton@gmail.com for questions, visit www.studyhalltutor.com for more information and to see what else Study Hall offers, or use link to register.&nbsp;<figure><img src="https://cdn20.patchcdn.com/users/24470465/20260801/124705/screenshot-2026-08-01-at-120703pm___01124705142.jpg" id="Screenshot 2026-08-01 at 12.07.03 PM.png" data-image="Screenshot 2026-08-01 at 12.07.03 PM.png">﻿</figure>

Local Event: Math Boot Camps for Middle School Kids

Math Boot Camps for Middle School Kids

Study Hall's Math Bootcamp for Middle Schoolers will help students improve skills and gain confidence in math. Taught by...

Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center

At Vista Life Innovations, graduation embodies a celebration of growth, independence, and individual accomplishment that our students have diligently attained.
The ceremony is a significant event in the Vista community illustrating our commitment to providing training, support, and resources that enable individuals with disabilities to attain personal success and a sense of belonging throughout their life.
Please join us for the graduation ceremony at The Kate in Old Saybrook as we honor the Class of 2026 and their many achievements. This year’s graduating class includes Jimmy Burch, Nikita Klebnikov, Kaitlin McCoy, Jack McKelvy, Dave Reimer and Maya Wood!
To RSVP visit: <a href="https://vistalifeinnovations.org/forms/graduation?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExYjFYcnpvV1BOaGt5NEJzYnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4BHbmBhXzpAb7ETXjJeQ9XdEiEELJhzuoX9M-u10u968OOif2cThxvjW8x6g_aem_y4OSC9QFKJH1eMwnNsFv7g" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">vistalifeinnovations.org/forms/graduation</a>
Graduation is free and open to all; however, we ask that you RSVP in advance.

Local Event: Vista Graduation Ceremony 2026

Vista Graduation Ceremony 2026

At Vista Life Innovations, graduation embodies a celebration of growth, independence, and individual accomplishment that our...

The academy

Free theater on the lawn: Shoreline Theater Academy, performs the musical production Twelfth Night, a musical adaptation of William Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, a classic story of love and mistaken identity. Performance will be on the lawn at the Academy Building, 61 East Main Street, Clinton. Free event, sponsored by FAMILIES HELPING FAMILIES. BYO Lawn Chairs/picnics. A great activity for the whole family to enjoy. For more information, or to sign up, visit <a href="https://kidzkonnectionct.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">s</a>horelinetheateracademy.org, call 860-227-2363 or email kidzkonnectionct@gmail.com.

Local Event: Shoreline Theater Academy Performs Shakespeare's Twelfth Night Musical Adaptation

Shoreline Theater Academy Performs...

 Free theater on the lawn: Shoreline Theater Academy, performs the musical production Twelfth Night, a musical adaptation of...

Shoreline Theater Academy Performs Shakespeare's Twelfth Night Musical Adaptation

St Francis of Assisi Church

MIDDLESEX HOSPITAL VOCAL CHORDS (MHVC) seeks altos, tenors and basses to join them in preparing for their 36 annual holiday concert to be held on Sunday, December 6, 2026.&nbsp; The event will be held at Portland High School, 95 High St., Portland at 2pm.&nbsp; We are searching for enthusiastic men and women (over age 18) to expand our Vocal Chord family.&nbsp; No auditions or prior experience required and you do not have to be an employee of Middlesex Health.&nbsp; Deadline to join is Tuesday, September 8th.&nbsp; This is a community-focused group that has delighted audiences for 36 years with energetic concerts featuring a wide range of musical styles.&nbsp; Our 80 current members hail from Central and Southern CT and represent diverse backgrounds.&nbsp; What unites us is our shared love for singing.
If you want to enrich your life, make new friends and decrease stress, please consider joining our musical family.&nbsp; For more info, visit vocalchords20.org or call 860.347.2787.&nbsp; Visit us on YouTube or Facebook. We look forward to meeting you!

Local Event: Calling all Altos, Tenors and Basses to join Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords

Middletown

Calling all Altos, Tenors and Basses to join...

MIDDLESEX HOSPITAL VOCAL CHORDS (MHVC) seeks altos, tenors and basses to join them in preparing for their 36 annual holiday...

Calling all Altos, Tenors and Basses to join Middlesex Hospital Vocal Chords

Women & Family Life Center, 96 Fair St, Guilford, CT, 06437

Women &amp; Family Life Center in Guilford, will offer a four-session Caregiver Support Group this fall for family members and informal caregivers seeking connection, understanding and mutual support.
The Saturday series will meet from 10 to 11 a.m. starting on Sept. 5, continung on Oct. 10, Nov. 14 and Dec. 12 at Women &amp; Family Life Center, located at 96 Fair Street in Guilford.
The group is designed to offer caregivers a consistent, judgment-free space to share their experiences and connect with others who understand the emotional and practical realities of caring for someone they love. Participants are welcome to share, listen, ask questions or simply spend time with people who understand without needing every part of the experience explained.
Registration enrolls participants in the fall series, with attendance encouraged at each session. The group is open to family members and informal caregivers and is not intended for professional caregivers.
To register or learn more, call 203-458-6699 or&nbsp;email <a href="https://null" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">programs@womenandfamilylife.org</a>

Local Event: Caregiver Support Group

Caregiver Support Group

Women & Family Life Center in Guilford, will offer a four-session Caregiver Support Group this fall for family members and...

Rettich Preserve - Madison Land Trust

Join us for the Madison Land Trust's annual fundraiser at Rettich Preserve. This year featuring The Ethan Robbins Bluegrass Experience with Kathleen Park and Dan Bui of Twisted Pine. Bring lawn chairs and beverages, pizza for purchase courtesy of Fire in the Kitchen Pizza Truck. Parking on site. Tickets purchased on site - $30 per adult, $10 children over age 10, under 10 free.&nbsp;

Local Event: Annual Concert and Dinner Fundraiser at Rettich Preserve

Annual Concert and Dinner Fundraiser at Rettich...

Join us for the Madison Land Trust's annual fundraiser at Rettich Preserve. This year featuring The Ethan Robbins Bluegrass...

Annual Concert and Dinner Fundraiser at Rettich Preserve

Kathleen E. Goodwin Elementary School

<img src="https://cdn20.patchcdn.com/users/23509408/20260715/043212/os-ndem-sm___15163202379.jpg" alt="thumbnail">Join us for the 8th annual National Drive Electric Month (NDEM) event at Kathleen E. Goodwin School, 80 Old Boston Post Road, Old Saybrook, CT 06475, on Sunday, 10 October 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. At this event, experienced electric vehicle (EV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) owners will show their cars and share how they drive and charge their vehicles. Auto dealers will showcase some of the latest EV and PHEV models.&nbsp; Available to all attendees will be handouts about many of the newest EV models and charging options as well as up-to-date information about rebates from the State of Connecticut&nbsp;and from Eversource Energy. <a href="https://driveelectricmonth.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">National Drive Electric Month</a> (11 September to 12 October, 2026) events occur nationwide to raise awareness of the benefits of driving all-electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles. Visit the 2026 Old Saybrook NDEM web page for more details:<a href="https://driveelectricmonth.org/event?eventid=5321" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> https://driveelectricmonth.org/event?eventid=4833</a>

Local Event: Electrify Your Drive! Free EV Car Show in Old Saybrook

Old Saybrook

Electrify Your Drive! Free EV Car Show in Old...

Join us for the 8th annual National Drive Electric Month (NDEM) event at Kathleen E. Goodwin School, 80 Old Boston Post Road,...

Electrify Your Drive! Free EV Car Show in Old Saybrook

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Essex-Chester-Deep River

Alfred Branch

Richard Kaufman

The Haddams-Killingworth

New London County

The Lymes

North Branford

Ellyn Santiago

Branford

Durham-Middlefield

East Haven

Vincent Salzo

North Haven

Mancuso's Dog Walking offering a 10% discount for a week. 

Mancuso's Dog Walking and Pet Sitting 

After a brief hiatus Mancuso's Dog Walking and Pet Sitting will resume all pet services starting the 2nd week in June. We are looking forward to visits to our older and new fur babies. Serving the shoreline since 2013. Insured and Bonded and Pet Safe Certified.  Please contact us by phone 203-219-2359 or on our Website.  

After a brief hiatus Mancuso's Dog Walking and Pet Sitting will resume all pet services starting the 2nd week in June. We are looking forward to...

Commercial Insurance Built for Skilled Trades

Richard Squeri Insurance Agency

Richard Squeri Insurance Agency is an independently owned and operated property and casualty insurance agency proudly serving Connecticut’s shoreline and surrounding communities for over 70 years. Built on generations of trust, we specialize in protecting established local businesses with practical, reliable insurance solutions tailored to the real-world risks they face every day. We work closely with many types of businesses with a focus on skilled trades including plumbers, electricians, HVAC contractors and other specialty contractors—who need coverage that keeps pace with their operations. From general liability and workers’ compensation to commercial auto, tools &amp; equipment, and umbrella policies, we design comprehensive programs that protect your business, your employees, and your reputation. As an independent agency, we partner with leading national insurance carriers and wholesale brokers, allowing us to compare options and secure competitive coverage while delivering the personalized service and responsiveness of a local agency. Our clients value having direct access to experienced advisors who understand Connecticut regulations, local job sites, and the unique challenges of operating along the shoreline. Whether your business has been serving the community for decades or is ready to strengthen its insurance strategy for long-term growth, Richard Squeri Insurance Agency is committed to being a dependable partner—focused on protection, stability, and peace of mind. Local. Independent. Trusted.

Richard Squeri Insurance Agency is an independently owned and operated property and casualty insurance agency proudly serving Connecticut’s...

New Sleep Disorder Treatment Now Available at Madison

Waterstone Health

Struggling with poor sleep, chronic fatigue, insomnia, or sleep apnea? Waterstone is expanding care in Madison with a new specialized Sleep Disorders Treatment Program designed to help patients finally get the restorative sleep they need for better overall health. Led by Thomas Abbenante, MD, a board-certified sleep physician, and Amanda Ciampini, APRN, the program provides comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for a wide range of sleep conditions. Patients can receive care for sleep apnea, chronic insomnia, narcolepsy, restless leg syndrome, circadian rhythm disorders, and other sleep disturbances that affect daily life, mood, and long-term health. Quality sleep is closely connected to mental wellness, energy levels, concentration, and physical health. Through personalized treatment plans, modern diagnostic approaches, and evidence-based therapies—including CPAP management, medical treatment, and behavioral sleep strategies—our goal is to help patients improve sleep quality and restore healthy sleep patterns. The sleep program is available at Waterstone’s Madison and Hamden locations, making specialized sleep care more accessible to individuals throughout shoreline Connecticut and the greater New Haven region. Waterstone has been part of the Madison community since 2015, originally founded to provide compassionate outpatient care for individuals facing addiction and mental health challenges. Over the past decade, our practice has grown into a trusted local resource offering mental health counseling, substance use treatment, and psychiatric medication management. The addition of sleep medicine reflects Waterstone’s commitment to whole-person care—recognizing that sleep, mental health, and recovery are deeply connected. If ongoing sleep problems are affecting your health, relationships, or ability to function at your best, help is available close to home. Better sleep starts here!

 Struggling with poor sleep, chronic fatigue, insomnia, or sleep apnea? Waterstone is expanding care in Madison with a new specialized Sleep...

Mancuso's Dog Walking & Pet Sitting 

Local small dog walking business established in 2013. Pet Safe Certified and Insured &amp; Bonded. Please view our website and our testamonials at Www.mancusosdogwalking.com. 203-219-2359

Local small dog walking business established in 2013. Pet Safe Certified and Insured & Bonded. Please view our website and our testamonials at Www...

Helping your family through tough times is our calling

Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home & Cremation Service

Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home and Cremation Service is a highly respected and long lasting business in East Haven. The funeral home is centrally located across the East Haven Senior Center and one block from St. Vincent de Paul Church and the Old Stone Church. Chris Palumbo, the owner and licensed director takes great pride in serving the community of East Haven and it's surrounding towns. His personal touch along with his professional knowledge allows him to lead and guide families through the funeral process. When a loved one passes away and you select Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home, Chris Palumbo will take you by the hand - he will help and guide you through all aspects of the funeral: everything from cemetery plots, flowers, insurance claims, minsters, travel, post reception gatherings. His knowledge and willingness to help goes far beyond the the funeral, burial, cremation and monument process.

Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home and Cremation Service is a highly respected and long lasting business in East Haven. The funeral home is centrally...

Custom Storage Solutions for the Whole Home

California Closets

From walk-in closets and Murphy beds to kitchen pantries, entertainment centers, and home offices, our professional closet designers are experts in the art of home organization. California Closets is distinguished by a legacy of innovation, organizational expertise, quality craftsmanship, and design authority. Our teams of professional design consultants and installers are dedicated to providing an exceptional experience throughout the entire process of creating and installing organizational systems for the whole home. Serving Fairfield, New Haven, Middlesex and New London counties. We are excited to share that our Greenwich showroom is now open. This vibrant space merges creativity and innovation, showcasing a carefully curated environment that emphasizes our latest products and offers an immersive experience for our customers.

Fairfield County

Hayleigh Evans

Monroe

From walk-in closets and Murphy beds to kitchen pantries, entertainment centers, and home offices, our professional closet designers are experts in...

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Thursday, August 13

Beachcomber Night

AUG

13

4:00 PM

Madison, CT

Saturday, August 15

Saint George Church Carnival

AUG

15

5:30 PM

St George Catholic Church, 33 Whitfield St, Guilford, CT

Monday, August 17

Math Boot Camps for Teens in August!

AUG

17

9:00 AM

153 Glenwood Rd, Clinton, CT

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