Name: Remember Our Connecticut Fallen Heroes & Veterans in May & Support APK through The Great Give!
Start: 2026-05-07T20:00:00-04:00
Location: Southern Connecticut

Southern Connecticut

On May 6-7th, help us show off the generosity of the Greater New Haven Community and donate to APK through The Great Give! Every gift will help us further our work to provide emergency basic needs assistance to Veterans and military families across Southern Connecticut. Learn more and get ready to give at <a target="_blank" href="https://thegreatgive.org/organizations/APK-Charities" rel="nofollow noopener">TheGreatGive.org/organizations/APK-Charities</a>

Local Event: Remember Our Connecticut Fallen Heroes & Veterans in May & Support APK through The Great Give!

New Haven County

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Hartford Metropolitan Area

Madison

Connecticut

Remember Our Connecticut Fallen Heroes &...

On May 6-7th, help us show off the generosity of the Greater New Haven Community and donate to APK through The Great Give!...

Remember Our Connecticut Fallen Heroes & Veterans in May & Support APK through The Great Give!

Leila Day, 100 Cold Spring St, New Haven, CT, 06511

The signs of spring are everywhere—flowering trees, budding gardens, and muddy earth—and we’re celebrating with a joyful day for families! Join us for a lineup of live music, creative movement, food, magic, giant bubbles, puppets, animal encounters, zip lining, henna, face painting, nature crafts, and more.
Designed especially for children in PreK through 2nd grade, this free community event welcomes all. Thanks to our generous sponsors, admission is completely free.
Families interested in daycare or after-school programs are also invited to explore our campus and learn more about Leila Day.
View the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DXew1zeDYzS/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">full lineup here</a>.

Local Event: Leila Day Spring Fair

New Haven

Leila Day Spring Fair

The signs of spring are everywhere—flowering trees, budding gardens, and muddy earth—and we’re celebrating with a joyful day...

The Shops at Yale, Broadway Island - 56 Broadway New Haven, CT, 06511

Meet your new best friend at the Dog Adoption event on Broadway Island at The Shops at Yale on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 12–3 p.m. Spend the day connecting with adorable, adoptable dogs while learning about pet adoption and responsible animal care. Hosted in partnership with the Robin I. Kroogman New Haven Animal Shelter and North Shore Animal League America, this welcoming outdoor event offers the opportunity to meet rescue organizations and discover animals seeking loving homes.
Make it a fun day for the whole family with complimentary kettle corn and Italian ice, live music by New Haven Jazz Underground, free caricatures for owners and their dogs by JT Art &amp; Design, and free all-day parking at the 150 York Street Garage with validation at the event.
Find event details at: <a href="https://theshopsatyale.com/dogadoption/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://theshopsatyale.com/dogadoption/</a>

Local Event: Dog Adoption on Broadway Island

Dog Adoption on Broadway Island

Meet your new best friend at the Dog Adoption event on Broadway Island at The Shops at Yale on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 12–3...

Taste your way through Downtown New Haven at the 7th
Annual Appetizer &amp; Dessert Crawls — one of Connecticut’s most anticipated culinary events and the state’s largest food crawl series — held on Saturdays, April 18, May 2, June 13, and December 19, 2026, from 12–3 p.m. This popular event invites guests to sample signature tastings and irresistible desserts from top local restaurants while exploring The Shops at Yale. Ideal for food lovers, families, and groups, this multi-date event offers a festive culinary experience you won’t want to miss.
Proceeds benefit United Way of Greater New Haven, CitySeed, Arts Council of Greater New Haven, and The Robin I. Kroogman New Haven Animal Shelter. Guests also enjoy exclusive retail discounts and free all-day parking at the 150 York Street Garage with validation at check-in. 
Find event details, menus, and tickets at: <a href="https://theshopsatyale.com/appcrawl/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://theshopsatyale.com/appcrawl/</a>

Local Event: 2026 Appetizer & Dessert Crawls

2026 Appetizer & Dessert Crawls


Taste your way through Downtown New Haven at the 7th
Annual Appetizer & Dessert Crawls — one of Connecticut’s most anticipated...

Mary Wade Adult Day Center

Celebrate Older Americans Month with a special creative afternoon specifically for seniors 60+. Enjoy step-by-step painting guided by a local artist with all supplies, light snacks, and a complimentary glass of non-alcoholic beverage included. This is a free event with limited spots, so registration is required to take home your very own masterpiece.

Local Event: Paint & Sip

Paint & Sip

Celebrate Older Americans Month with a special creative afternoon specifically for seniors 60+. Enjoy step-by-step painting...

City Gallery

With work that is multifaceted in both theme and construction, Woodbridge artist Amy Arledge returns to City Gallery in ECLECTIC, an exhibit of encaustic and assemblage works. The show will be on view from May 1 - May 31, with an Opening Reception on Saturday, May 2 at 2-4 p.m.
“Nature is an endless source of fascination and inspiration for me,” says Arledge. “It is a common thread in all of my work, whether through actual depiction or in abstract shapes and colors.”
Arledge’s primary medium is encaustic — a combination of purified beeswax and damar, a tree resin that adds durability to the beeswax. The word encaustic is derived from the Greek enkaustikos which means to burn in. Encaustic was used in Ancient Greece and Egypt both as an artistic medium and a building tool. “I’ve painted with encaustic for several years depicting landscapes, seascapes and the non-objective,” explains Arledge.
Her assemblages originate from found objects, often wood, which resemble something in addition to what they actually are. She adds color, additional items, and sometimes wax to accentuate what she sees and give them personalities. 
Arledge’s work has been included in numerous solo and group shows including Artspace (New Haven), ARTview (Washington, D.C), City Lights Gallery (Bridgeport), Creative Arts Workshop (New Haven), John Slade Ely House (New Haven), Kobalt Gallery (Provincetown, MA), Lemon Street Gallery (Kenosha, WI), New Haven Paint and Clay ClubAnnual Juried Exhibition), Periodic Table of Elements Printmaking Project (Concord, MA), River Street Gallery, New Haven CT), Slater Museum (Norwich), The Institute Library (New Haven), Whitney Center Art Gallery (Hamden), and Yale Medical Library (New Haven). Visit her website for more information, amyarledge.com.The exhibit ECLECTIC and the opening reception are free and open to the public. City Gallery is located at 994 State Street, New Haven, CT 06511. Gallery hours are Friday - Sunday, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., or by appointment. For further information please contact City Gallery, info@city-gallery.org, www.city-gallery.org.

Local Event: ECLECTIC, an Exhibit of Encaustic and Assemblage, at City Gallery

ECLECTIC, an Exhibit of Encaustic and...

With work that is multifaceted in both theme and construction, Woodbridge artist Amy Arledge returns to City Gallery in...

ECLECTIC, an Exhibit of Encaustic and Assemblage, at City Gallery

Battell Chapel

Orchestra New England (ONE) celebrates the nation’s semiquincentennial year with a “USA250” concert featuring two new works by American composers and one of the country’s most cherished masterpieces, Aaron Copland’s Appalachian Spring. The concert is held at Battell Chapel (400 Elm St.), located at the corner of Elm and College Streets, on Yale’s Old Campus. 
Composer Jan Swafford (also known for his masterful biographies Mozart, Beethoven, Brahms, and Ives) has written for ONE a work for strings: The River. Composer Neely Bruce of Wesleyan University has offered to us for premiere his Concerto for Violin.
The violin soloist will be ONE’s own Gary Capozziello who teaches at the Hartt School of Music, Promisek Bach+ workshops, and the Hotchkiss School, and is additionally the assistant concertmaster of the Hartford Symphony Orchestra.
When Appalachian Spring premiered in 1944, New York Times critic John Martin wrote, "Aaron Copland has written a score of fresh and singing beauty. It is, on its surface, a piece of early Americana, but in reality, it is a celebration of the human spirit." ONE has performed this masterwork in the past, most notably when Copland himself —collaborating with ONE’s Founder and Music Director, James Sinclair — conducted ONE at Yale University in 1977.
ONE’s tradition of a celebratory, post-concert, catered reception takes place just across Elm Street in Yale’s &nbsp;Berkeley College Common Room. Tickets: $50 reserved seating; $30 general admission; $5 Student Rush tickets are available at the door. Media Sponsors: WSHU and WMNR. For tickets and information, <a href="https://www.orchestranewengland.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.orchestranewengland.org</a>, email info@orchestranewengland.org or call 203-777-4690.

Local Event: Orchestra New England’s USA250 Concert features American Premieres and ‘Appalachian Spring’ May 2

Orchestra New England’s USA250 Concert features...

Orchestra New England (ONE) celebrates the nation’s semiquincentennial year with a “USA250” concert featuring two new works by...

Orchestra New England’s USA250 Concert features American Premieres and ‘Appalachian Spring’ May 2

Small Batch Cellars

<a href="https://slambovia.com/home" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">The Slambovian Circus of Dreams</a> kick off the Summer Music Series at Connecticut's Small Batch Cellars, this Sunday, May 3rd, 4:oo pm in North Haven. Voted "Best Band" by NY’s Chronogram Magazine, their rootsy, rockin’ psychedelia, fantastic stories and songs, create exciting live shows that are legendary. Woodstock-tinged Americana blends a cool mix of southern rock, Celtic and British folk combined with solid songwriting - a slice of Americana pie that is irresistible!
“A perfect bridge between past and present, keeping the authenticity, storytelling and countercultural mindset of the sixties alive while still making it their own.” “They’re the kind of band you don’t just listen to – you become part of their universe.”- Karl Sharicz, Rock &amp; Roll Underdogs (2025 Palmetto Publishing)
Joziah Longo leads with vocals described as "soothing and bewitching as a snake oil tonic.” Longtime bandmates Tink Lloyd (accordion, cello, mandolin, flute) and guitarist/ mandolin wizard Sharkey McEwen bring their own magic to the Slambovian brew with “a little help from their friends”...

Local Event: Slambovians Bring ‘Art School Americana’ to Small Batch Cellars

North Haven

Slambovians Bring ‘Art School Americana’ to...

The Slambovian Circus of Dreams kick off the Summer Music Series at Connecticut's Small Batch Cellars, this Sunday, May 3rd,...

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New England Brewing Company - Woodbridge

Join us for an exciting night of general music trivia hosted by CT Folk and NEBCO where your team can compete for fantastic prizes. CT State Troubadour Lara Herscovitch, DJ&nbsp;Lucky Charms and Co Campbell run the night. This event serves as a benefit for the free CT Folk Fest, offering a chance to connect with the community and share some much-needed laughter for just $20.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ct-folk-presents-music-trivia-tickets-1986215801931?aff=ebdsoporgprofile" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ct-folk-presents-music-trivia-tickets-1986215801931?aff=ebdsoporgprofile</a>&nbsp; or buy at the door<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ct-folk-presents-music-trivia-tickets-1986215801931?aff=ebdsoporgprofile" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">s: Music Trivia Tickets, Thursday, May 7 &nbsp;•&nbsp; 6 PM - 8 PM | Eventbrite</a>

Local Event: Music Trivia!

Music Trivia!

Join us for an exciting night of general music trivia hosted by CT Folk and NEBCO where your team can compete for fantastic...

On May 6-7th, help us show off the generosity of the Greater New Haven Community and donate to APK through The Great Give! Every gift will help us further our work to provide emergency basic needs assistance to Veterans and military families across Southern Connecticut. Learn more and get ready to give at <a target="_blank" href="https://thegreatgive.org/organizations/APK-Charities" rel="nofollow noopener">TheGreatGive.org/organizations/APK-Charities</a>

High Plains Community Center

Mother's Day is approaching and the Rotary Club of Orange is holding our Annual Mother's Day Rose Sale. again this year. Funds raised by this sale support the people in need in Orange and surrounding communities. So buy some roses for your loved ones and help support the good work of Rotary. Roses cost $22.00/dozen for 1 - 9 dozen and $20,00 for ten dozen or more. Click on the provided link or scan the QR code to go directly to our website to order online. Pre-orders are preferred but walk-ups are welcome, subject to available supplies.

Local Event: Rotary Annual Mother's Day Rose Sale

Rotary Annual Mother's Day Rose Sale

Mother's Day is approaching and the Rotary Club of Orange is holding our Annual Mother's Day Rose Sale. again this year. Funds...

Temple Beth Sholom

Document Shredding Event at Temple Beth Sholom Date: Sunday, May 17, 2026 Time: 9am-12pm Location: Temple Beth Sholom, 1809 Whitney Avenue, Hamden (in the parking lot) Cost: Small Copy Boxes - $15 per box Large Banker Boxes - $20 per box
Also Available: Hard Drive Destruction &amp; Computer Recycling - $20 each CRT Computer Monitors - $20 each Hard Drive Only - $10 each
All items should be in a box that can easily be picked up. Paper items only. No trash or non-paper items. No CDs, X-Rays, etc. On-site shredding truck provided by Affordable Solutions, LLC.
Questions? Email fundraising@tbshamden.com
Common Questions: Will the documents be shredded at the drop-off location or are they transported to another facility? All documents will be shredded on-site. Workers will remove documents from vehicles and put them in the truck for shredding. 
Is there a certain way to prepare my documents? Place all paper documents into a box or paper bag for easy removal. Please look through the box/bag, before you bring it for shredding. Make sure the items in the box/bag are what you want shredded.
No Trash.
What happens to the shredded paper? The shredded documents are transported to a recycling facility and baled before being recycled into new paper.

Local Event: Document Shredding Event

Document Shredding Event

Document Shredding Event at Temple Beth Sholom Date: Sunday, May 17, 2026 Time: 9am-12pm Location: Temple Beth Sholom, 1809...

Miller Memorial Library

Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro’s Passport Day &amp; Community Resource Fair
Mark your calendar for Tuesday, May 26, 2026, and join us at the Hamden Public Library. This event offers a convenient, streamlined way to submit your passport application while also exploring a wide range of local services and resources available to you and your family.
We look forward to welcoming you!
Important Details:
<ul><li>Community Resource Fair: Free and open to the public from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM</li><li>Passport Day: By appointment only, from 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM To schedule your passport appointment for May 26, please call (203) 562-3718</li></ul>
Please review the important information below concerning the Passport Day event.

Local Event: Congresswoman DeLauro's Passport Day and Community Resource Fair

Congresswoman DeLauro's Passport Day and...

Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro’s Passport Day & Community Resource Fair
Mark your calendar for Tuesday, May 26, 2026, and join...

Congresswoman DeLauro's Passport Day and Community Resource Fair

Baybrook Remodelers Inc

Our team at Baybrook Remodelers, Inc. is saddened to hear about the negative impact the Wren Kitchens closure has had on so many customers and families. With 84 full-time craftsmen, expert designers, and dedicated project managers, Baybrook Remodelers is fully equipped to step in and assist—no matter what stage your project is in. Backed by over 35 years of consistent, high-quality customer service, we are uniquely positioned to help you move forward with confidence. Whether your project is in the early design phase, partially completed, or in need of finishing touches, our team is ready to deliver the craftsmanship and reliability you deserve. If you’ve been affected and need guidance or support, we’re here to help get your project back on track.

Our team at Baybrook Remodelers, Inc. is saddened to hear about the negative impact the Wren Kitchens closure has had on so many customers and...

Pellegrino Law Partner Appointed to CT Siting Council

The Pellegrino Law Firm

New Haven, CT — Bernard Pellegrino, a partner at the Pellegrino Law Firm in New Haven, has been appointed by Governor Ned Lamont to serve on the Connecticut Siting Council, a state body responsible for overseeing the siting of major energy, telecommunications, and infrastructure facilities. The Connecticut Siting Council plays a key role in balancing the need for reliable public utility services with environmental protection and community interests across the state. As a member of the Council, Attorney Pellegrino will serve as a public official within the Executive Branch of Connecticut state government and will be subject to the State’s Code of Ethics, underscoring his commitment to transparency, integrity, and ethical public service. Pellegrino brings extensive experience in land use law and a deep understanding of Connecticut communities to the Council. Through his legal practice and civic involvement, he has long demonstrated a commitment to public service, advocacy, and responsible decision-making. “I am honored to accept this appointment and grateful for the opportunity to serve the people of Connecticut,” Pellegrino said. “I look forward to contributing thoughtfully to the important work of the Connecticut Siting Council.” Bernard Pellegrino is a partner at The Pellegrino Law Firm, based in New Haven. He resides in the City of New Haven with his wife, Karen. He is a graduate of the University of Notre Dame and Boston College Law School. Media Contact: Pellegrino Law Firm New Haven, CT 203-787-2225 BP@pellegrinolawfirm.com

New Haven, CT — Bernard Pellegrino, a partner at the Pellegrino Law Firm in New Haven, has been appointed by Governor Ned Lamont to serve on the...

College Access and FAFSA Support Launches for CT Students


The College Access Collaborative of Connecticut 

The College Access Collaborative of Connecticut (CAC) is a community based educational consulting organization focused on improving college access, financial aid completion, and postsecondary readiness for first generation, multilingual, adult, and historically underserved students across Connecticut. CAC partners with high schools, adult education programs, nonprofits, and community organizations to provide hands on support with FAFSA completion, AACTUS guidance for undocumented and mixed status students, college applications, scholarship navigation, and enrollment planning. Services are delivered through workshops, small group sessions, and individualized advising, particularly during peak college and financial aid seasons when schools are often stretched beyond capacity. CAC’s work is designed to strengthen and extend existing counseling and outreach efforts, not replace them. What makes CAC distinct is its relationship centered and culturally responsive approach. Programming is offered in English, Haitian Creole, and Spanish, ensuring families who are often excluded from the college process due to language or system barriers can fully participate and make informed decisions. CAC emphasizes clarity over jargon, follow through over one time events, and outcome driven support that helps organizations track progress in FAFSA completion, college applications, and enrollment. Founded by educator and college access professional Looney Chery; CAC was created after years of working directly with students and families navigating complex college and financial aid systems with limited individualized support. CAC exists to close these gaps by combining professional expertise, lived experience, and strong community relationships. By meeting students and families where they are, The College Access Collaborative helps turn college from a confusing process into a realistic and achievable pathway. Contact: (475)-344-9753 admin@accesscac.com

Bridgeport

The College Access Collaborative of Connecticut (CAC) is a community based educational consulting organization focused on improving college access,...

Managed IT Services, Disaster Recovery, & Cyber Security

UNAPEN, Inc.

Since 1991, UNAPEN, Inc. has provided IT and Cyber Security Services, Custom Software Solutions, Systems Integration, Software products and Workflow/Process Automation tailored for Investment/Wealth Managers, Non-Profit Organizations, Educational Institutions, Attorneys, and a diverse range of SMBs! The expertise of UNAPEN's seasoned professionals uniquely positions them to advise clients on the value of technology. Our goal is to solidify and protect your IT infrastructure, enhance cyber security, streamline operations and workflow, centralize data, and automate highly complex manual tasks to make your company more successful and competitive. UNAPEN is a long-standing Gold Certified Microsoft Partner. Our solutions fall into these categories: • Strategic Process Consulting • AI Workflow &amp; Process Automation • Custom Client Statements, Meeting Packages &amp; Mgmt Reporting • Custom Software Development - Applications &amp; Interfaces - On-Premise, Web &amp; Mobile • Create/Upgrade Custom Excel, Power Apps, Power BI, MS Access, SQL Server &amp; .NET Applications • Pricing &amp; Reference Data Interfaces for SS&amp;C Advent Axys &amp; APX • CRM for Investment Advisers, Wealth Mgrs, Family Offices, Banking and other industries • Data Warehousing &amp; Data Aggregation • Affinity SQL Data Repository for Advisors • Business Intelligence &amp; Business Mgmt Tools • Digital Transformation &amp; Cloud Migration • IT Services • Cloud Backup, Disaster Recovery &amp; Business Continuity • CyberSecurity - Advanced Network Analysis &amp; Security Threat Reporting, Dark Web Monitoring &amp; Alerts on Compromised Employee Credentials • CyberSecurity - Employee CyberSecurity Awareness Training • CyberSecurity - EndPoint Detection &amp; Response • vCISO CyberSecurity Assessments • Ransomware Protection As a service provider &amp; partner in your success, UNAPEN brings to bear a unique skill set comprised of in-depth business knowledge combined with unparalleled technological expertise &amp; service delivery capability.

Meriden

Since 1991, UNAPEN, Inc. has provided IT and Cyber Security Services, Custom Software Solutions, Systems Integration, Software products and...

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Levey Miller Maretz

Levey Miller Maretz is recognized as one of the leaders in retail, commercial sales and leasing, and site selection experts in Connecticut. Other commercial and retail services include exclusive tenant representation and market analyses, research, lease negotiation and disposition of excess space. Our team offers the full range of property management services for commercial properties, apartment complexes and condominium associations throughout the state of Connecticut. Our management services maximize revenues through tenant acquisition and support, expense minimization and timely maintenance completion. Our goal is to provide clients excellent yearly returns on their rental properties. Levey Miller Maretz offers a variety of investment property services. Having grown a broad network of investor clients over the past 30 years, we are able to easily connect clients with qualified buyers or sellers.

Levey Miller Maretz is recognized as one of the leaders in retail, commercial sales and leasing, and site selection experts in Connecticut. Other...

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