Resilient Training Lab

Come support local vendors and artisans at this exciting community gathering featuring a variety of treats, raffles, and unique goods. Enjoy free admission while you browse a curated selection of items in the welcoming atmosphere of Resilient Training Lab. Over 15 vendors to visit!&nbsp;

Local Event: Member Market

New Haven County

North Haven

Connecticut

Member Market

Come support local vendors and artisans at this exciting community gathering featuring a variety of treats, raffles, and unique...

Clare Michalak

Vincent Salzo

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Hamden

Rich Kirby

North Branford

Ellyn Santiago

East Haven

Wallingford

New Haven

Branford

Bethwood

Richard Kaufman

Guilford

Cheshire

West Haven

Pine Orchard Nursery School

Come support our annual fall festival!&nbsp; Raffle prizes, bounce house, food, games, and so much more!!!

Local Event: Annual PONS Fall Festival 

Annual PONS Fall Festival 

Come support our annual fall festival!  Raffle prizes, bounce house, food, games, and so much more!!! 

Lyman Hall High School

Step into the realm of the unknown with renowned paranormal expert Joe Franke as he takes you on a captivating journey into the supernatural. Join Joe for an intriguing event featuring chilling stories from real cases that inspired some of Hollywood’s best-selling horror films, designed to spark curiosity and fascination. Joe Franke, a longtime Wallingford, CT, resident with over 40 years of experience, is the founder and CEO of The Warren Society for Paranormal Research &amp; Education. He was mentored by and worked closely with world-renowned psychic researchers Ed and Lorraine Warren for four decades and now travels the country to educate the public, his peers, and new generations of paranormal researchers about the many dangers and misconceptions of the field. In this exclusive session, Joe will share several terrifying, authentic accounts of cases he and his mentors were called to investigate, clarifying common myths surrounding these stories. Some of these cases have inspired well-known films such as *The Conjuring, Annabelle, The Amityville Horror, * and *A Haunting in Connecticut. * Whether you’re a dedicated horror fan or simply curious about the mysteries that lie beyond everyday life, this is an event you won’t want to miss!"
For tickets or more information, please contact the Wallingford Adult Education Department at (203) 294-3900 or Joe Franke at (203)687-0764. Tickets are also available at the door.

Local Event: Ghostly Encounters with Paranormal Veteran Joe Franke 

Ghostly Encounters with Paranormal Veteran Joe...

Step into the realm of the unknown with renowned paranormal expert Joe Franke as he takes you on a captivating journey into the...

Ghostly Encounters with Paranormal Veteran Joe Franke 

Quinnipiac University

The 2026-2027 season of the Frank J. Natale Concert Series at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/QuinnipiacUniversity?__cft__[0]=AZjE-Gqq_jL9HCiVmpBbV93SMzPoMW141XuZP4PIh87CTNjkouGfbi2_0gX3Oj3o9OvScqTwyeUZB1uO4RAPbYiOpfaUoyzjdsMtQEGMPPfzWqRpeZkvW8-2U7VEYdgpE67iutGJm27E22nML5KdBfmsXHZDlT7YmxFznS4x79tz&amp;__tn__=-]K-R" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Quinnipiac University</a> kicks off at 2 p.m. Saturday, October 24, with a program of vibrant soundscapes performed by The Myriad Project, an electroacoustic trio featuring Emily Brownlee, oboe; Donald Schweikert, bassoon; and Daniel Fecteau, looping violin.&nbsp; The trio will perform their original compositions, which&nbsp;explore music as a timeless source of collective memory and a steadfast companion of storytelling through the lens of nostalgia, discovery, and adventure.

Local Event: The Myriad Project:  Fable & Fantasy

The Myriad Project:  Fable & Fantasy

The 2026-2027 season of the Frank J. Natale Concert Series at Quinnipiac University kicks off at 2 p.m. Saturday, October 24,...

Jay Estate

<img src="https://jayheritagecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Balloon-300x200.jpg">Jay Day is our classic fall family festival held annually at the 23-acre award-winning Jay Estate with offerings for everyone! Join us on Sunday, October 25 from 11am - 3pm. New this year in honor of the Montgolfier Brothers invention of the hot-air balloon in 1783 - you guessed it - learn all about the thermodynamics of these beautiful aircrafts from <a href="https://www.libertyballoon.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Liberty Balloon Company</a>. Enjoy outdoor activities and old-fashioned entertainment as we commemorate America 250 with a very special chance to see authentic centuries-old artifacts of the Revolutionary War at the historic first home of patriot and peacemaker John Jay. <a href="https://youtu.be/1-5rBwbfv08?si=7Y61Jf0fiNcaNAr2" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Watch a video from last year's festival here.&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;
<a href="https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/b5a7d988-48ca-4a56-bb9b-28da36e2bc0e" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">REGISTER HERE TO AVOID THE LINES.</a>
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FAMILY ACTIVITIES
* Silhouette artist <a href="https://www.sweet-silhouette.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Varin Acevado</a> will create heirloom portraits. * Stilt walkers &amp; jugglers ensure super photo ops for the whole family! * Professional facepainters from <a href="https://www.jamesdaniel.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">James Daniel Entertainment </a>will create butterflies and dragons with deft dabs of paint and glitter! * Join the <a href="https://www.ryetroop2.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Rye Boy Scouts Troop 2</a> for boat racing in the reflecting pool * Create your own take-home origami animals with talented volunteers from our Japanese community partners in Harrison. * Try your hand at special geocaching activities in honor of America at 250 highlighting John Jay's role as spymaster during the Revolutionary War. * Make a self-portrait with artist <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ellenjingxu/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Jing (Ellen) Xu </a>and ColorWorld. * Learn about robotics and STEAM with <a href="https://www.makeinspires.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">MakeInspires.</a> * Don't miss the rocket show with <a href="https://newyorkcity.madscience.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Mad Science!</a> * Pony rides and the petting zoo are family favorites!

ALL AGES
* Self-guided tours of<a href="https://parks.ny.gov/history/rev-war?utm_campaign=NYSOGS+Parks-RevWar250&amp;utm_source=Google&amp;utm_medium=Search&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=23972741403&amp;gbraid=0AAAABD-CRbX_77SLGE4f5AlYAwtMckwIS&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwlsfWBhD4ARIsACL7p1GnNW59-3sZb1eG8wDrPXmniU0OpY52GakfKQTDy-DZfXtRno0_JBwaAnZYEALw_wcB" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> Revisit the Revolution Exhibit</a> at the Jay Mansion. * Self-guided tours of the award-winning Jay Estate Gardens (2022 NYS Nonprofit Excellence, 2023 ICAA Landscape Design, 2026 GCA Historic Preservation). * Nibble on savories from food trucks and local favorites like Cousins Lobster Roll, Jimmy's Soft Serve, Crazy Taco Mex, Food Truck Refinery, Westchester Burger and Mangones Market. * LIVE Music from <a href="https://www.brooklynbluegrass.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Brooklyn Bluegrass Collective</a>. * Horse-drawn Carriage Rides by Pelham Bit Carriages. * Shop for the holidays early or for any occasion - explore gorgeous jewelry, sweaters, fine art photographs, handcrafted Japanese pottery from <a href="https://nslifestyles.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">NS Lifestyles</a>, <a href="https://shopthebeehive.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Beehive</a>, <a href="https://www.crichlowfineart.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Crichlow Fine Art</a>, <a href="https://hirokosceramics.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Hiroko's Ceramics</a> and many more bespoke offerings from our vendors * Learn about 10,000 years of archaeology beneath our feet with Dr. Eugene Boesch.
More activities being added every day! Admission is $50 per family and $20 individual.
Thank you to our Jay Day Co-Chairs Lindsay Bello Martin, Claire Weschler, Jennifer Soliman and Julia Thalhammer and 2026 RCDS Community Engagement Fellow Ellora Shah.&nbsp;
More volunteers welcome! Contact us at <a href="mailto:jayheritagecenter@gmail.com">jayheritagecenter@gmail.com</a> to sign up for a shift.
The Jay Heritage Center (JHC) is a dynamic nonprofit which manages the Jay Estate in Rye, New York. The 23-acre park that they have preserved and interpreted since 1992 is an award-winning culture hub and wildlife refuge on Long Island Sound. Located in the heart of Westchester’s only National Historic Landmark District, the site welcomes visitors April through November to learn about our nation’s flawed yet precious democracy through indoor and outdoor public programs. Offerings about American History feature prominent writers and educators. Free horticulture and birding workshops teach guests about native plants and wildlife. Family-friendly concerts draw hundreds for old-fashioned fun and unplugged enjoyment. The site is a member of NY State's Path Through History and Westchester County's African American Heritage Trail. Sign up to volunteer or access all they offer at <a href="https://jayheritagecenter.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.jayheritagecenter.org</a>
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Local Event: Jay Day - Fall Family Festival

Westchester County

New York

Jay Day - Fall Family Festival

Jay Day is our classic fall family festival held annually at the 23-acre award-winning Jay Estate with offerings for everyone!...

Mill Street Marketplace

Haunt &amp; Gather is back for year two!!
This is the one that leans fully into the season 😏 darker, a little witchy, and filled with pieces that feel right at home in October! You’ll find a mix of oddities, vintage, handmade work, and artists bringing work that really screams Halloween! 🎃🥹
As always, everything is curated with intention - no AI, no reseller junk, no mass produced crap. Just real work from small businesses and artists who care about what they’re creating.
There will be tattooing during the event by Yellow Pants Tattoo with flash available, plus the Taste Garden Cafe food truck and Caffeine Coven serving only the best drinks (yes, even the ones with the tiny marshmallow ghosts 👻).
The market takes place at Mill Street Marketplace, which has 80+ permanent indoor vendors, so there’s plenty to check out throughout the space while you’re there.
Also, Wethersfield in October just has a really specific feel to it. Main Street is filled with handmade scarecrows all month, and the whole town turns into a walkable fall backdrop with historic buildings, shops, and seasonal decor everywhere you look!
Feel free to come in costume &amp; bring your Halloween spirit!! 🎃

Local Event: Haunt & Gather

Hartford County

Wethersfield

Haunt & Gather

Haunt & Gather is back for year two!!
This is the one that leans fully into the season 😏 darker, a little witchy, and filled...

Brightpath Wallingford

Join us for a free, fun-filled family event featuring crafts, snacks, a pumpkin contest, and Ali the Balloon Artist! Guests are invited to wear costumes while touring our center, meeting our teachers, and learning about our curriculum; new families can also take advantage of free registration.

Local Event: Brightpath Wallingford Not-So-Spooky Open House Night!

Brightpath Wallingford Not-So-Spooky Open House...

Join us for a free, fun-filled family event featuring crafts, snacks, a pumpkin contest, and Ali the Balloon Artist! Guests are...

Brightpath Wallingford Not-So-Spooky Open House Night!

Edward Smith Library

Please join us for the gripping story of Greg Dillon's whistleblower account to FBI corruption and malfeasance.
Dillon, veteran state investigator and former FBI agent, found himself caught up in an FBI misconduct scandal resulting in coverups, retaliation, a federal trial, and a landmark court ruling.&nbsp;

Local Event: The Thin Blue Lie:  An Honest Cop vs The FBI. Author presentation.

The Thin Blue Lie:  An Honest Cop vs The FBI....

Please join us for the gripping story of Greg Dillon's whistleblower account to FBI corruption and malfeasance.
Dillon, veteran...

The Thin Blue Lie:  An Honest Cop vs The FBI. Author presentation.

Knights of Columbus

Join us for a fun-filled night of Music Bingo by Digital Tracks Entertainment, benefiting North Haven Public Schools. Tickets are $30 for three rounds of play with opportunities to win cash prizes; enjoy the cash bar and feel free to bring your own food.

Local Event: Music Bingo!

Music Bingo!

Join us for a fun-filled night of Music Bingo by Digital Tracks Entertainment, benefiting North Haven Public Schools. Tickets...

Trumbull Library: Main Branch

Meet Connecticut author Ethan Rutherford for an afternoon of conversation about writing, publishing, and his acclaimed novel, North Sun, a 2025 National Book Award Finalist and one of Barack Obama’s favorite books of 2025.
Set in 1878, North Sun follows a whaling ship’s crew from New Bedford toward the remote arctic waters. This strange, haunting adventure explores obsession, survival, and the human cost of pursuing a dangerous ambition.
John Mulaney called it “[a] must must must read” and “funny, bizarre, reckless, and very moving.”
Hear how Rutherford brought this unusual story to life, learn about his career as a working writer, and bring your questions for the audience Q&amp;A.
A reception and book signing will follow, with books available for purchase from Black Rock Books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Trumbull Library.
Registration is encouraged.

Local Event: Author Event:  Ethan Rutherford at Trumbull Library

Fairfield County

Trumbull

Author Event:  Ethan Rutherford at Trumbull...

Meet Connecticut author Ethan Rutherford for an afternoon of conversation about writing, publishing, and his acclaimed novel,...

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12:00 PM

Resilient Training Lab, 87 Washington Ave, North Haven, CT

Annual PONS Fall Festival

Ghostly Encounters with Paranormal Veteran Joe Franke

The Myriad Project: Fable & Fantasy

Jay Day - Fall Family Festival

Haunt & Gather

Brightpath Wallingford Not-So-Spooky Open House Night!

The Thin Blue Lie: An Honest Cop vs The FBI. Author presentation.

Music Bingo!

Author Event: Ethan Rutherford at Trumbull Library