Derby Neck Library

Every other Tuesday, bring your little one in-person for some artistic exploration of various art mediums! One session will feature finger painting, while another will have stamps, and then another will have chalk. Your child will get to experiment with all sorts of artwork, bringing out their little Picasso (and maybe a bit of yours, too)! And the best part is, we clean up the mess. Join us!
This program is targeted to ages 3 – 5, but everyone is welcome! No registration required, but sign up for our Youth Services mailing list to stay in the loop on cancellations by clicking <a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=http%3A%2F%2Feepurl.com%2FcEoEFX&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1780245600000000&amp;usg=AOvVaw08Mt-mPscXDZ5dOIfnOjD1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library -  Littles' Art Studio

Fairfield County

Shelton-Derby

Connecticut

Derby Neck Library -  Littles' Art Studio

 Every other Tuesday, bring your little one in-person for some artistic exploration of various art mediums! One session will...

As in our pre-Covid days, attendees will be meeting on each Tuesday afternoon at 1 p.m. to enjoy a showing on our large-screen TV. Following the show, we will stay on for a discussion. Light, individually wrapped snacks and flavored teas are served at each meeting. Join us in the Community Room!
We ask that no food or drink be brought into the event at this time.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library -  Afternoon TeaV

Derby Neck Library -  Afternoon TeaV

 As in our pre-Covid days, attendees will be meeting on each Tuesday afternoon at 1 p.m. to enjoy a showing on our large-screen...

<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Flibraryc.org%2Fderbyctlibraries%2F164320%2Fregister&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1780245600000000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3G3c5nub8xZCVF2Jmxv2Q2" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"> Register Here!</a> This is a virtual program. You will receive an email with the link to the program feed.
Join us as we chat with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy about&nbsp;The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook, which celebrates beautiful, simple, and seasonal cooking with 85 recipes adapted from India and Sri Lanka’s best family spice farms.
Diaspora Spice Co. sources the most flavorful, fresh spices in the world from 150 regenerative farms across South Asia—from elders, indigenous communities, young changemakers, and brilliant multi-generational farming families across India and Sri Lanka who are leading the way in sustainable and climate change–resistant agriculture. Filled with culinary storytelling,&nbsp;The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook&nbsp;highlights these farmers and their spices with profiles and evocative photography, plus 85 recipes for simple, seasonal, and powerfully delicious meals.
CEO and founder Sana Javeri Kadri and recipe writer Asha Loupy realized that eating with the people who grow our spices unveils a whole new dimension in our cooking. Adapted for a global pantry, these recipes share the warmth of true South Asian home cooking at its truest and tastiest.
Sana and Asha also note which recipes are the most beginner friendly, freezer friendly, good for a dinner party menu (like a Diwali feast!), and which lend themselves to be pantry building blocks, all for a super easy-to-navigate cookbook.
Register now to learn more about Diaspora Spice Co., the progressive spice company rooted in flavor and equity.&nbsp;
About the Authors:
Sana Javeri Kadri&nbsp;is the founder and CEO of Diaspora Co., a farm-to-table spice company that puts equity, transparency, and high-quality products at its forefront. Sana founded the company in 2017 with just a turmeric blend; now her company sources 30 single origin spices from across 150 farms across India and Sri Lanka. A third-generation native of Mumbai, she now lives in Oakland, California.
 Asha Loupy&nbsp;is a recipe developer and writer with more than a decade of experience in the specialty food industry, from cheese monger to grocery buyer and e-commerce manager. She’s written for&nbsp;Bon Appétit, Food52, Epicurious, and more. She’s based in Oakland, California.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - Virtual Author Talk: Delicious Meals with Sana Javeri Kadri & Asha Loupy

Derby Neck Library - Virtual Author Talk:...

 Register Here! This is a virtual program. You will receive an email with the link to the program feed.
Join us as we chat with...

Derby Neck Library - Virtual Author Talk: Delicious Meals with Sana Javeri Kadri & Asha Loupy

Youth and their families are invited to our Community Room on Tuesdays from 3:00-6:00pm for all things gaming! We’ll have all your favorite family board games like Uno, Yahtzee, Qwirkle, and Clue, and all the exciting video games available on the library’s various gaming systems, including the Switch, Xbox, Playstation 4, and more. Come in, have a snack, and let’s play!
No registration required, but sign up for our Youth Services mailing list to stay in the loop on cancelations by clicking&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=http%3A%2F%2Feepurl.com%2FcEoEFX&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1780245600000000&amp;usg=AOvVaw08Mt-mPscXDZ5dOIfnOjD1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - Let's Play Tuesdays

Derby Neck Library - Let's Play Tuesdays

 Youth and their families are invited to our Community Room on Tuesdays from 3:00-6:00pm for all things gaming! We’ll have all...

Children of all ages are invited to enjoy this story and craft program. We read a few books related to a certain topic, and then make arts and crafts inspired by the stories.
No registration required, but sign up for our Youth Services mailing list to stay in the loop on cancellations by clicking&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=http%3A%2F%2Feepurl.com%2FcEoEFX&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1780245600000000&amp;usg=AOvVaw08Mt-mPscXDZ5dOIfnOjD1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - StoryCraft: Caterpillars

Derby Neck Library - StoryCraft: Caterpillars

 Children of all ages are invited to enjoy this story and craft program. We read a few books related to a certain topic, and...

Join us on Wednesdays for&nbsp;Mahjong Meetup—a fun, relaxed gathering where adults can learn and play the classic game of mahjong. Perfect for beginners, this casual, stress-free environment offers guided instruction and plenty of practice time. Whether you're completely new to the game or just looking to sharpen your skills, come enjoy the challenge and camaraderie of mahjong at the library!
No experience necessary — all materials provided.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - Mahjong Meetup

Derby Neck Library - Mahjong Meetup

Join us on Wednesdays for Mahjong Meetup—a fun, relaxed gathering where adults can learn and play the classic game of mahjong....

Come check out our Makerspace in the Children’s Room! Every Wednesday between 3:00pm and 4:30pm, staff will be on hand to assist you with any project you’d like to complete. We have a LEGO wall, a programmable robot, snap circuits, origami, pixel art, ingredients for slime–you name it, we can make it happen!
Please note that the Makerspace is flooded with small parts, so we do not recommend it for very young children. No registration required, but sign up for our Youth Services mailing list to stay in the loop on cancellations by clicking&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=http%3A%2F%2Feepurl.com%2FcEoEFX&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1780432500000000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1BnlDWGOfTIQrSkbP6SEAX" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - Makerspace

Derby Neck Library - Makerspace

 Come check out our Makerspace in the Children’s Room! Every Wednesday between 3:00pm and 4:30pm, staff will be on hand to...

Every week in the Teen Space, join Ms. Sarah for artistic fun to challenge your mind and your hands. Participate in a guided craft or use the available materials to make anything you want!
Open to patrons ages 12-19. No registration required.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - Open Crafting for Teens

Derby Neck Library - Open Crafting for Teens

Every week in the Teen Space, join Ms. Sarah for artistic fun to challenge your mind and your hands. Participate in a guided...

We make movies! Are you interested in taking your first steps as an actor, writer, director, or editor? Are you an experienced filmmaker looking for fellow artists to help bring your next vision to the screen? Do you just want to have fun and express your creativity with fellow movie-lovers? Then this is the group for you! Adults and teens welcome.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - DNL Productions Film Club

Derby Neck Library - DNL Productions Film Club

 We make movies! Are you interested in taking your first steps as an actor, writer, director, or editor? Are you an experienced...

Every Thursday at 10:30am, join Señor Bob in our Community Room for a bilingual storytime for speakers of all languages! You’ll sing songs, listen to stories, and ¡se divertirán mucho! This program to promote foreign language skills is targeted for ages 3-5, but all are welcome. No registration required, but sign up for our Youth Services mailing list to stay in the loop on cancellations by clicking&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=http%3A%2F%2Feepurl.com%2FcEoEFX&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1780432500000000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1BnlDWGOfTIQrSkbP6SEAX" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - Cantos y Cuentos

Derby Neck Library - Cantos y Cuentos

Every Thursday at 10:30am, join Señor Bob in our Community Room for a bilingual storytime for speakers of all languages! You’ll...

Griffin Health and the Agency on Aging of South-Central Connecticut are partnering to increase access to care and prevent disease among our senior community through a series of health screenings and healthy living education sessions on the 4th Thursday of each month. Periodically, this program will deliver nutritiously balanced and delicious foods for you to enjoy.
Please call the Circulation Desk at 203-734-1492 to register for this program.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - Age Well with Griffin Health

Derby Neck Library - Age Well with Griffin Health

Griffin Health and the Agency on Aging of South-Central Connecticut are partnering to increase access to care and prevent...

Hang out after school in the Teen Space!
Enjoy snacks while watching movies or anime, playing console and PC games, making crafts, or joining a tabletop game. Teens can also earn volunteer hours by helping the Teen Librarian with take-and-make projects.
Movies, anime, and other visual media shown during Yap and Snack will be selected with a goal of staying within a PG–13 rating whenever possible. We encourage parents and guardians to be aware that some content may include themes suitable for teens ages 13 and up.
No registration required, but sign up for our Youth Services mailing list to stay in the loop on cancelations by clicking&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=http%3A%2F%2Feepurl.com%2FcEoEFX&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1780432500000000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1BnlDWGOfTIQrSkbP6SEAX" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - Yap and Snack for Teens

Derby Neck Library - Yap and Snack for Teens

 Hang out after school in the Teen Space!
Enjoy snacks while watching movies or anime, playing console and PC games, making...

For children of all ages.
Join Brendan in the Children's Room for a musical storytelling experience like no other! We retell stories from popular books, movies, and history with accompanying visuals and live music. Kids who attend should be comfortable sitting and watching for about 30 minutes, although questions, comments, singing along, and dancing are certainly welcome!
This week's theme is Lilo and Stitch. Relive the fun and magic of the classic Disney film about a misunderstood girl who adopts a strange animal, leading them both to a better understanding of what it means to be a family.
No sign-up necessary,&nbsp; but sign up for our Youth Services mailing list to stay in the loop on cancellations by clicking&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=http%3A%2F%2Feepurl.com%2FcEoEFX&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1780432500000000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1BnlDWGOfTIQrSkbP6SEAX" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">here</a>.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - Tales and Tunes: Lilo and Stitch

Derby Neck Library - Tales and Tunes: Lilo and...

 For children of all ages.
Join Brendan in the Children's Room for a musical storytelling experience like no other! We retell...

Derby Neck Library - Tales and Tunes: Lilo and Stitch

An adults-only book club reading into true crime, cults, conspiracies, mortuary science, and more!
June's Selection: The Secret History of Bigfoot: Field Notes on a North American Monster by John O'Connor

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - Morbid Curiosity Book Club

Derby Neck Library - Morbid Curiosity Book Club

 An adults-only book club reading into true crime, cults, conspiracies, mortuary science, and more!
June's Selection: The...

High Plains Community Center

KICKOFF TO SUMMERFEST: LOBSTER ROLLS – CHEESE STEAKS –&nbsp; LIVE MUSIC – SUMMER VIBES
Get ready to launch summer with great food, live music, and an unforgettable community celebration at the High Plains Pavilion!
The Milford Performance Center and the Orange Rotary Club are teaming up to present the first festival-style food and music event of the season – a fun-filled afternoon and evening featuring fresh lobster rolls, sizzling cheese steaks, local bands, and nonstop entertainment.
A designated festival area at the High Plains Field Pavilion will host the event, creating the perfect outdoor summer atmosphere for music, food, and fun.
Bring your friends, bring your lawn chairs, and kick off summer the right way with food, music, and community spirit.
🌸 Event Details: 🌸 – Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026 – Time: 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM – Food Service: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM – Live Music: Continuous from 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM – Location: High Plains Community Center Pavilion (525 Orange Center Rd, Orange, CT) Live Music Lineup Featuring:
<ul><li><ul><li>Mushroom Cloud – Jam band favorites and high-energy live performances</li><li>Milford School of Rock – Local young musicians bringing classic and modern rock to the stage</li><li>Vinyl Revival – Yacht Rock meets Jimmy Buffett for the ultimate summer soundtrack</li><li>DJ Marc – Keeping the party going all afternoon between sets</li></ul></li></ul>

Local Event: MPC & Orange Rotary Summerfest

New Haven County

Orange

MPC & Orange Rotary Summerfest

KICKOFF TO SUMMERFEST: LOBSTER ROLLS – CHEESE STEAKS –  LIVE MUSIC – SUMMER VIBES
Get ready to launch summer with great food,...

Trumbull High School

Trumbull Day Fireworks 2026
Trumbull Day Event:&nbsp;June 26 to June 27, 2026
"The Trumbull Day fireworks will be held on Saturday, June 27, 2026 at Trumbull High School, weather permitting. Fireworks will start at dusk (about 45 minutes after sunset, likely at 9:00 PM, but there is no set time). Folding chairs and/or blankets may be used to watch the fireworks."Trumbull Day Dates*Admission is free each day!<ul><li>Friday, June 26, 2026: Open from 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM</li><li>Saturday, June 27, 2026: Open from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM, closing with a fabulous fireworks display.</li><li>Rain Date: Carnival rain date will be on Sunday, June 28, 2026 from 2:00 to 10:30 PM (only if Saturday is canceled). Fireworks rain date will be on Sunday, June 28, 2026.</li></ul>
-Information via <a href="https://www.trumbull-ct.gov/413/Trumbull-Day" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">the town of Trumbull</a>

Local Event: Trumbull Day Fireworks 2026

Trumbull

Trumbull Day Fireworks 2026

Trumbull Day Fireworks 2026
Trumbull Day Event: June 26 to June 27, 2026
"The Trumbull Day fireworks will be held on Saturday,...

The Derby Neck Needlers’ Club meets to exchange tips on crocheting, knitting and needlepoint. Newcomers are welcome and encouraged to attend. It’s a great way to learn some great skills!
<a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https%3A%2F%2Fderbynecklibrary.org%2Fthe-needlers-club%2F&amp;sa=D&amp;source=calendar&amp;ust=1780432500000000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0r38A6X1vL23bbxtZY1ww_" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Learn more about our mission here</a>.

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - Needlers' Club

Derby Neck Library - Needlers' Club

 The Derby Neck Needlers’ Club meets to exchange tips on crocheting, knitting and needlepoint. Newcomers are welcome and...

STEM Saturdays is our newest children's program offering fun science explorations that help grow understanding about the natural world and reinforce the scientific method as a tool for making meaning out of observations.
STEM Saturdays is an all-ages drop-in program. Stop by the Children's Room any time between 2:00 and 4:00 to try the experiment!

Local Event: Derby Neck Library - STEM Saturdays: Butterfly Life Cycle

Derby Neck Library - STEM Saturdays: Butterfly...

STEM Saturdays is our newest children's program offering fun science explorations that help grow understanding about the...

Derby Neck Library - STEM Saturdays: Butterfly Life Cycle

Get ready for Celebrate Shelton's 12th year of Downtown Sounds Summer Concerts!

You can expect incredible live music, delicious local food trucks, craft beer and wine, handmade artisan vendors, children’s activities &amp; more!

Free | $10 suggested donation at the door
Donations help support our efforts in the community

Local Event: Downtown Sounds Summer Concert

Downtown Sounds Summer Concert

Get ready for Celebrate Shelton's 12th year of Downtown Sounds Summer Concerts!

You can expect incredible live music,...

Osborne Homestead Museum

Come to the Osborne Homestead Museum in Derby, Connecticut on Sunday, June 28, 2026 from 12pm to 4pm to celebrate the 23rd Annual Connecticut’s Historic Gardens Day. At 1:00pm, learn how to create a garden to withstand the changing climate at the Kellogg Environmental Center.
The Osborne Homestead Museum, one of sixteen members of Connecticut’s Historic Gardens, will provide self-guided and docent-led tours of the museum and its gardens. After strolling through the gardens, guests can tour the historic house museum where they will learn about Frances Osborne Kellogg. At 1PM, UConn Master Gardener Karel Julian will give a presentation on Climate Resilient Gardens at the Kellogg Environmental Center. Connecticut’s Historic Gardens increases the awareness of the state’s unique historic sites and gardens and offers guests an opportunity to explore a variety of historic garden styles. For more information about Connecticut’s Historic Gardens, go to <a href="https://www.cthistoricgardens.org." rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">cthistoricgardens.org.</a> The Osborne Homestead Museum, a facility of the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection’s State Parks &amp; Public Outreach Division, is open for free docent-led and self-guided tours on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. It is located at 500 Hawthorne Avenue off Rte. 34 in Derby, CT. The Kellogg Environmental Center, a facility of the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection’s State Parks &amp; Public Outreach Division, is open 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Tuesday through Saturday. It is located at 500 Hawthorne Avenue off Rte. 34 in Derby. For further information or directions please email DEEP.Kellogg@ct.gov or phone the Kellogg Environmental Center at (203)734-2513. Image from OHM&nbsp;Collection&nbsp;

Local Event: Connecticut's Historic Gardens Day at Osborne Homestead Museum 

Connecticut's Historic Gardens Day at Osborne...

Come to the Osborne Homestead Museum in Derby, Connecticut on Sunday, June 28, 2026 from 12pm to 4pm to celebrate the 23rd...

Connecticut's Historic Gardens Day at Osborne Homestead Museum 

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Unquowa School | Inspiring Confident Learners

Unquowa School

Unquowa School is an independent PreK–8 school in Fairfield, Connecticut, dedicated exclusively to the transformative years of childhood and early adolescence. Our mission is to “develop, educate and prepare our family of children with an unafraid spirit to achieve their personal best in a changing world.” At Unquowa, students experience a joyful, challenging, and deeply personal education rooted in meaningful relationships, creativity, and hands-on learning. Our child-centered approach encourages curiosity, confidence, critical thinking, collaboration, and self-expression across all areas of school life. With small class sizes and expert educators who know students personally, Unquowa provides an environment where children are supported academically, socially, and emotionally. Students engage in rich interdisciplinary learning experiences that foster independence, leadership, public speaking skills, and a genuine love of learning. What distinguishes Unquowa is our intentional focus on PreK–8 education. We believe these years are foundational and deserve specialized expertise, thoughtful guidance, and a strong sense of community. Students graduate exceptionally prepared for high school and beyond, not only as strong learners, but as kind, capable, and self-assured young people ready to thrive in a changing world.

Alfred Branch

Fairfield

Unquowa School is an independent PreK–8 school in Fairfield, Connecticut, dedicated exclusively to the transformative years of childhood and early...

Fairfield County's trusted building partner

GxG Builders

With 20+ years of construction experience in Fairfield County, GxG Builders will make your residential build achievable and comprehendible. From design, to site development, to interior details, GxG Builders will be your building partner throughout your whole construction journey. We strive to build a better future for our community through honesty, commitment, and expertise. Generation by generation.

Newtown

With 20+ years of construction experience in Fairfield County, GxG Builders will make your residential build achievable and comprehendible. From...

Dog Waste Pooper Scooper Service – Weekly Starting at $25

Scoop Pros CT

Scoop Pros CT LLC is a locally owned and operated pooper scooper and dog waste removal service serving Shelton, Monroe, Trumbull, and Easton, CT. We offer reliable weekly, twice-a-week, and one-time dog poop cleanup services to keep your yard clean, safe, and ready to enjoy. No contracts — just dependable local service you can count on. Get a fast, free quote from Scoop Pros CT today.

Scoop Pros CT LLC is a locally owned and operated pooper scooper and dog waste removal service serving Shelton, Monroe, Trumbull, and Easton, CT....

Connecticut’s only nonprofit, fully integrated senior care

Masonicare

Headquartered in Connecticut and founded in 1898, Masonicare is the state’s only not-for-profit, fully integrated senior care continuum, guided by a longstanding, mission-driven commitment to enhancing quality of life for older adults. Masonicare offers vibrant residential communities and a comprehensive range of health and wellness services designed to promote independence, longevity, and purposeful living. Its statewide continuum includes independent living, assisted living services, skilled nursing, medical and non-medical home health, hospice, adaptive memory care, acute inpatient and outpatient senior behavioral health, outpatient rehabilitation, and audiology services, redefining how aging is experienced by advancing proactive wellness, integrated care, and meaningful connection at every stage of life.

Wallingford

Headquartered in Connecticut and founded in 1898, Masonicare is the state’s only not-for-profit, fully integrated senior care continuum, guided by...

Crispys' Hauling and Junk Removal

Crispy's performs home clean outs  &amp; dump runs.

Crispy's performs home clean outs & dump runs.

Bureau Family Dental Now Open in Stratford!

Bureau Family Dental

I'm excited to announce that I have opened a new dental practice in Stratford Connecticut and am accepting new patients. We have a beautiful new space in suite 207. We would be grateful to care for your dental needs. Regards, Dr. Beth Bureau

I'm excited to announce that I have opened a new dental practice in Stratford Connecticut and am accepting new patients. We have a beautiful new...

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MPC & Orange Rotary Summerfest

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3:00 PM

High Plains Community Center, 525 Orange Center Rd, Orange, CT

Trumbull Day Fireworks 2026

JUN

27

9:00 PM

Trumbull High School, 72 Strobel Rd, Trumbull, CT

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MPC & Orange Rotary Summerfest

Trumbull Day Fireworks 2026

Unquowa School

GxG Builders

Scoop Pros CT

Masonicare

Crispys' Hauling and Junk Removal

Bureau Family Dental