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Wilton Quaker Meeting

HFFC is honored to welcome Fish Stark, Executive Director of the American Humanist Association and Executive Director of its advocacy arm, the Center for Freethought Equality, to Wilton, Connecticut. Fish will&nbsp;highlight AHA’s successful American Empathy Project and Creator Fund, takeaways from the midterm election, and what to look forward to in AHA’s upcoming strategic plan.&nbsp;HFFC is a chapter of the American Humanist Association. &nbsp; Fish took over the helm of the 85-year-old organization in 2024 and is responsible for bringing a new energy into the humanist movement. Stark is an organizer, educator, social entrepreneur, and lifelong humanist who has spent his career turning big ideas into bold action in service of belonging, flourishing, and social justice for all people. He holds a Master’s in Education from Harvard and a Bachelor’s from Yale University. He serves on several nonprofit boards.&nbsp;And yes, he is also an award-winning comedian!&nbsp; (In the spirit of Jordan Klapper, 2026 Humanist of the Year and Ricky Gervais).&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; The meeting is free and open to all. Register here for meeting details <a href="https://bit.ly/AHAExDirFishStark" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">bit.ly/AHAExDirFishStark</a> If you will&nbsp;be attending IN-PERSON you are encouraged to arrive at the venue at 6:40 PM for socializing before the program starts.&nbsp;
BY ZOOM: Upon registering,&nbsp;you will receive an email from Zoom containing a “Join Meeting” button to use when the event start time approaches. 6:45 PMcheck-in;&nbsp;7:00 PM program

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Why Humanism Is Essential Today And Always :...

 HFFC is honored to welcome Fish Stark, Executive Director of the American Humanist Association and Executive Director of its...

Why Humanism Is Essential Today And Always : Navigating A Changing World 

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Reservations are required. To reserve your spot please click on the QR CODE Or go to <a href="https://www.adcollegefunding.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.adcollegefunding.com</a>
Please join us for a free educational, college planning and financial aid workshop for parents of high school freshmen, sophomore, juniors and middle school students.
What to Expect at Our College Planning Workshop
Our free workshops are designed to give families the clarity and confidence they need to navigate the complex world of college admissions and financial aid.
During this powerful session, you’ll learn how to:
<ul><li>Unlock the hidden rules of the financial aid system — and how they really impact your eligibility</li><li>Discover how even high-income families can qualify for aid</li><li>Maximize your student’s financial aid package to get the best possible award</li><li>Make smart, affordable college choices without sacrificing quality or opportunities</li><li>Identify and secure valuable scholarship opportunities before they’re gone</li><li>Understand the complete college admission and financial aid timelines — and when to take action</li><li>Evaluate true college affordability using proven strategies and tools</li><li>Create a personalized plan to pay for college in the most tax-efficient, cost-effective way</li><li>Significantly reduce your out-of-pocket expenses</li><li>Protect your retirement and other financial goals while supporting your student’s future</li></ul>
Join us to take the stress and guesswork out of college planning — and make informed decisions that benefit your entire family.

Local Event: Virtual: Free College Admissions & Financial Aid Workshop

Virtual: Free College Admissions & Financial...

Reservations are required. To reserve your spot please click on the QR CODE Or go to www.adcollegefunding.com
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Virtual: Free College Admissions & Financial Aid Workshop

Join Ranfone Training Systems and ACES for the 5th Annual Charity Workout &amp; Food Drive, a morning of movement, local businesses, new friendships, and giving back to our Hamden neighbors.
Food donations will support families within the ACES community, and monetary donations will support Connecticut Foodshare. This year, we’re working toward a $3,600 fundraising goal, 44% more than the $2,500 raised last year.
RTS is honored to host, and everyone is invited. If you already have a gym you call home, we’d still love to welcome you. Walking into an unfamiliar space can feel intimidating, so come with a friend, bring your family, and know there’s a place for you here. Join the workout or come to watch, meet new friends, and enjoy the morning.
In an effort to raise even more money this year, we’ve added a silent auction featuring community-donated items, including contributions from small businesses owned by RTS members. It’s also an opportunity to discover and support the local businesses that help make our community what it is.
Throughout the morning, enjoy:
<ul><li>An all-ages, coach-led charity workout.</li><li>A guided cool-down following the workout.</li><li>A silent auction featuring local products, services, and gifts.</li><li>A pop-up photo booth to capture memories with friends and family.</li><li>Free assessments offered by ProMotion Performance Therapy, an independently owned practice located inside RTS.</li><li>Coffee and treats generously donated by returning supporter Whitney Donut &amp; Sandwich Shop.</li></ul>
Check-in begins at 7:30 a.m. The workout starts at 8:00 a.m., with the morning wrapping up by 10:15 a.m. Please bring $10 and a food item per attendee.
Pre-register at <a href="https://events.rtsct.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://events.rtsct.com/</a> to help make check-in smoother and receive any required paperwork ahead of time. Each adult should complete their own registration. A parent or guardian can include children under 18 on their form. Walk-ins are welcome, too.
Can’t attend? You can still contribute financially, offer an item for the silent auction, or drop off food through November 20 at:
<ul><li>ACES: 205 Skiff Street, Hamden.</li><li>Ranfone Training Systems: 109 Sanford Street, Hamden.</li><li>Whitney Donut &amp; Sandwich Shop: 2574 Whitney Avenue, Hamden.</li></ul>
Requested food donations include water, juice, pasta, pasta sauce, cereal, oatmeal, beans, canned vegetables and fruit, and snacks. Please bring unopened items within their expiration dates and check operating hours before dropping off donations.
Invite someone who would enjoy being part of the morning. Every invitation helps us bring more neighbors together and do more for the families we’re supporting.
Making Hamden Stronger, Together.

Local Event: 5th Annual Hamden Charity Workout, Food Drive & Silent Auction

5th Annual Hamden Charity Workout, Food Drive &...

Join Ranfone Training Systems and ACES for the 5th Annual Charity Workout & Food Drive, a morning of movement, local...

5th Annual Hamden Charity Workout, Food Drive & Silent Auction

Wallingford Family YMCA - West Side Branch

Our 4th annual Health Fair from 10a.m to 1 p.m. at the WEST SIDE BRANCH. &nbsp;Thirty six participants including Gaylord, YNNH, HHC&nbsp;Mobile Mammography Van, Masonicare Hearing, Chase Movement Disorders, Alzheimer's Association, Stop &amp;&nbsp;Shop for immunizations, and many others. &nbsp;Free admission. &nbsp;

Local Event: Fourth Annual Community Health Fair

Fourth Annual Community Health Fair

Our 4th annual Health Fair from 10a.m to 1 p.m. at the WEST SIDE BRANCH.  Thirty six participants including Gaylord, YNNH,...

Columbus Lodge

Join us for a festive holiday cookie competition featuring live music, delicious cookies, and raffles. Bakers can compete for prizes for top cookies and decorated tables, while attendees enjoy a sweet afternoon for a cause, as proceeds benefit fitness programs for kids with developmental disabilities.

Local Event: Love Your Cookies

Love Your Cookies

Join us for a festive holiday cookie competition featuring live music, delicious cookies, and raffles. Bakers can compete for...

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