Name: Madison Historical Society Holiday Market
Start: 2026-11-21T11:00:00-05:00

Mark your calendars! The MHS Holiday Market will return on Saturday, November 21, 2026 from 11 am - 3 pm!
Since 2025, the Madison Historical Society has hosted a Holiday Market in the Madison Center for History and Culture on the lower level of Lee's Academy.
Shoppers can purchase cards, baked goods, jewelry, soaps, tote bags, and more in our historic schoolhouse. All the merchandise is made locally. Get started on your holiday shopping and support local artisans!
Lee's Academy is located at 14 Meetinghouse Lane.
For more information, please email <a href="mailto:office@madisonhistory.org">office@madisonhistory.org</a>
This event is free and open to the public.

Local Event: Madison Historical Society Holiday Market

New Haven County

Alfred Branch

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Madison

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Madison Historical Society Holiday Market

Mark your calendars! The MHS Holiday Market will return on Saturday, November 21, 2026 from 11 am - 3 pm!
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Looking for a fun Halloween outing with family and friends? &nbsp;Come out and experience a great day in Madison, CT. The Madison Chamber of Commerce and Madison Police Department welcome you on Saturday, October 31st for a full day of Halloween fun!

<ul><li>11:00 AM: Catch Casper at Madison Cinemas at 11:00 AM for just $5</li><li>&nbsp;2:00 - 4:00 PM: &nbsp;Visit downtown merchants along Boston Post Road and Wall Street as they welcome trick-or-treaters.</li><li>4:00 - 6:00 PM:&nbsp; Trunk or Treat on the Green with more than 45 local businesses and organizations coming together for the 15th Annual Trunk or Treat creating an engaging, fun, safe Halloween experience for all to enjoy! Bring the family, carpool with friends, support local businesses, and enjoy a Halloween tradition that brings our community together!</li></ul>

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Experience an afternoon of spiritual connection, and messages from loved ones in Spirit.
Join me, Paula Lowe, for a special Souls United public demonstration of mediumship. In a world where more and more people are living with anxiety, fear and grief, it's important to find ways to bring healing. In this session, we'll begin with a brief energy work experience to set a positive tone and encourage a sense of connection between attendees and those in Spirit. The event will then move into a demonstration of mediumship, during which connections with loved ones in Spirit will be shared with members of the audience.
Mediumship is a spiritual practice in which a medium seeks to communicate with those who have passed on . At this demonstration, attendees will have the opportunity to witness the practice of mediumship in a welcoming, respectful, and supportive setting.
Whether you are curious about mediumship, interested in exploring energy work, or simply looking for a meaningful spiritual experience, I welcome you.
About Souls United
Souls United brings people together through spiritual connection, energy awareness, and the exploration of the continuing bonds we share with loved ones who have passed. Its purpose is to create a welcoming space for curiosity, reflection, connection, and community.
Please note: A public demonstration is a group experience. Individual readings or connections for every attendee are not guaranteed.

Local Event: Demonstration of Mediumship: messages from loved ones in Spirit

Demonstration of Mediumship: messages from...

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Experience an afternoon of spiritual connection, and messages from loved ones in Spirit.
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One of the biggest benefits of estate planning is the sense of security and comfort it can bring. During this session we’ll provide guidance on how to navigate the estate planning process and highlight some important factors and strategies you’ll want to consider as you think about how to leave a meaningful legacy for the people, organizations and causes you love.
You must RSVP to receive access credentials for this event or seminar.
Presented by: Amanda Willey, CFP®, APMA®, Private Wealth Advisor - R. Miller &amp; Associates, a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial LLC
Hosted by: R. Miller &amp; Associates, a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial LLC
To reserve a spot: call us at <a href="tel:6176073366">617.607.3366 Ext. 250</a> or email us at <a href="mailto:christina.cobas@ampf.com?subject=Strategies%20to%20help%20you%20make%20an%20impact%20with%20your%20estate">christina.cobas@ampf.com</a>This is an informational seminar. There is no cost or obligation.

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<h2>Bark Returns to The Country School: Preparing Students for a Digital World</h2>
Children are online earlier than ever. They game, they text, they watch videos, and more and more, they talk to AI. The question for parents is not whether their child will enter the digital world. It is whether that child will be ready.
At The Country School, a PreS-8 independent school in Madison, Connecticut, we believe readiness is taught. That is why Bark’s Connected Communities program returns to campus November 4-6.
<h3>A Program That Started Here</h3>
Connected Communities is a three-day, in-person program that brings students, teachers, and parents together around one goal: helping children build safe, healthy habits online. The program has grown quickly on the national stage. It found its start at Country School and a handful of other forward-looking schools willing to address online safety early, before problems take root.
That early start reflects who we are: a proactive school community that adopted a no-phone policy long before restrictions were discussed at the state level.&nbsp;
What Students Will Learn
Adam Brooks, an online safety expert with Bark, returns to work directly with students in Grades 3 through 5. His lessons are age-appropriate and practical. Students will practice digital etiquette, learn to manage their emotions online, spot misinformation, and use AI responsibly. Topics include group texting, social media, cyberbullying, and healthy screen habits.
<h3>Why Grades 3-5?</h3>
Late elementary school is when many children first gain independent access to devices, games, and group chats. It is also when habits form. From a child development perspective, this is the right window. Nine-, ten-, and eleven-year-olds are building judgment and still open to guidance from the adults around them. Lessons delivered at this age take hold in ways that lessons delivered in high school often do not.
<h3>Parents Are Part of the Lesson</h3>
Online safety lessons do not end at the classroom door. Much of a child’s screen time happens at home. That is why Connected Communities includes families from the start.
<ul><li>Community Online Safety Discussion, Thursday, November 5, 6 p.m. A private school with a public purpose, Country School welcomes parents from across the shoreline, including Madison, Guilford, Clinton, and Branford, to join our families for a panel discussion with &nbsp;Adam Brooks, Bark Community Partner expert; Scott Cochran, Director of Madison Youth and Family Services; and Joseph LaMacchia, Country School Director of Technology, Security, and Safety. Adam holds Masters Degrees in both Special Education and Leadership Development. Adam trains families, schools, and corporations on leadership, conflict, and communication skills. Scott is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and brings an affirming perspective from a long career with a wide range of personal and professional experiences. Joseph has over 20 years of experience in technology and security in private school environments.&nbsp; <a href="https://thecountryschool.myschoolapp.com/podium/default.aspx?t=36644&amp;rid=55466" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Register here.</a></li><li>Parent Information Session, Friday, November 6, 8:30 a.m. Following First Friday Share, Country School parents are invited to learn what children face online, which warning signs to watch for, and how to keep conversations open at home.</li><li>Bark Phone Option for Fifth Grade Families. Fifth Grade parents may take home a Bark Phone, a secured device designed to guide families through a child’s first smartphone. A sign-up form is coming soon.</li></ul>
<h3>Why This Matters</h3>
We build a world for students so they can take on the (digital) world. That includes preparing children to move through it with judgment and kindness alongside everything else we teach: public speaking, leadership, outdoor education, global citizenship, and STEAM.
“We don't just give our teenagers the keys to a car and send them on their way. We teach them how to drive with multiple checkpoints and hurdles to independence. Smartphones and social media hold enormous power to change children's lives, and it is no less important that we educate them about what safety looks like on those platforms before they venture into the digital world,” said Ben Taylor, Assistant Head of School and Dean of Academics.
Small class sizes mean our teachers know each child well. They notice when something is off. Pairing that attention with expert instruction from Bark gives students a strong foundation and gives parents a partner.
<h3>Learn More</h3>
Watch this<a href="https://vimeo.com/1158816693?fl=pl&amp;fe=vl" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> brief program overview</a> to see Connected Communities in action.
Considering The Country School for your family? Contact our Admission Office to schedule a visit and see how we prepare PreK-8 students to take on the world, online and off.

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The Cube at Centerbrook Architects 67 Main St. Centerbrook, CT 06409

We’re honored to welcome Scott Macaulay as our Featured Guest Filmmaker at the 2026 Essex Film Festival. Join us for a weekend celebrating Scott’s extraordinary contributions to independent cinema. We’ll be screening four films he produced, with Scott in attendance for Q&amp;As following each screening, as well as a special producing workshop where he’ll discuss his creative process and the evolving landscape of independent filmmaking. Tickets are still available but are selling fast . For more information about the films and Essex FilmFest follow the link below. We look forward to sharing this unforgettable weekend with you.&nbsp;

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Essex-Chester-Deep River

Essex FilmFest 

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I-Park Foundation, Inc.

I‑Park invites visitors of all ages to reconnect with nature and explore its expansive grounds at our final Open Trails +&nbsp;Music Day of the season. Taking place on November 7 from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm, the event will feature a range of activities including live music from the HouseBand at School of Rock Madison, a guided hike, and a special visit from our friends at Epoch Arts.
Wander at your own pace through over 40 environmental artworks nestled in I-Park’s meadows, woodlands, and waterways. Most trails are gentle and well‑marked, offering an easygoing experience for both casual walkers and day‑long explorers. Explore at your will, or participate in a variety of planned activities.
• From 9:30am-12:30pm, Epoch Arts will be onsite, hosting an interactive “found-art” station where visitors of all ages can create a unique art piece. Epoch Arts is a nonprofit organization based in East Hampton, CT, with a mission to serve youth and the community through the arts. Their goal is to inspire creativity in youth so they can engage in and build a more empathetic, creative and connected community. Visit their table at Open Trails to join in a craft and learn more about how to get involved in their ongoing programs.
• From 10:00am-12:30pm: A guided hiking party will depart at 10am. This ~2 hour excursion will lead visitors to view artworks along some of I-Park’s lesser-ventured paths- a special opportunity to learn about the artists and their sculptures from a knowledgeable I-Park guide. Please register in advance for this activity.
• From 12:30pm-2:30pm: The Common Area comes alive as the HouseBand delivers a dynamic mix of hits from the 60s through today. Settle in and enjoy an energizing afternoon, with songs performed by the most advanced musicians at School of Rock Madison. 
This is a free, family‑friendly event, open to all who wish to explore, create, and be inspired by art and nature. <a href="https://www.i-park.org/event/november-open-trails-music/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Advance reservations are recommended for a quick easy check-in</a>, though walk‑ins may register at the welcome table upon arrival. A suggested donation of $10 per adult supports the ongoing maintenance of I‑Park’s trails and gardens.
Open Trails + Music is being funded in part through grants from the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation and Community Foundation of Middlesex County.

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