The Shore Line Trolley Museum

11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Join us for a simple Mother’s Day make-and-take craft activity where children can create a handmade gift to share with Mom — a sweet keepsake to mark the occasion.
Mothers and grandmothers receive free admission (with the purchase of a regular admission) and can enjoy a scenic ride along the Farm River aboard one of our authentic antique trolley cars.

Local Event: Make a Gift for Mom & Scenic Trolley Rides

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Make a Gift for Mom & Scenic Trolley Rides

11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Join us for a simple Mother’s Day make-and-take craft activity where children can create a handmade gift to...

Continue the celebration with complimentary admission for mothers and grandmothers (with the purchase of a regular admission) and relaxing trolley rides through the estuary. It’s a peaceful and meaningful way to spend time together.
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<h3>Admission</h3>
General admission applies for all other guests.
Advance tickets are available online. Walk-up admission is also welcome.

Local Event: Mother’s Day Trolley Rides

Mother’s Day Trolley Rides

Continue the celebration with complimentary admission for mothers and grandmothers (with the purchase of a regular admission)...

Discover great deals during Trolley Treasures Day with 10% off regular-priced merchandise in the Shore Line Trolley Museum store. No admission is required to visit the museum store, so locals and visitors alike are welcome to stop in and browse railway books, toys, collectibles, apparel, and railway-themed souvenirs.
Don’t have time for a trolley ride? No problem — you can still stop by and explore the treasures in the museum store.
Special Bonus for Shoppers
<ul><li>Spend $50 or more and receive two return ride passes for a future visit.</li><li>Spend $75 or more and receive a Family Ride Pass (4 tickets) for a future visit.</li></ul>
Scenic trolley rides will also be operating throughout the day. Ride tickets are available at the Visitor Center.
Discount applies to regular-priced merchandise only. Limit one reward per transaction.

Local Event: Trolley Treasures Day – Museum Store Sale & Scenic Rides

Trolley Treasures Day – Museum Store Sale &...

Discover great deals during Trolley Treasures Day with 10% off regular-priced merchandise in the Shore Line Trolley Museum...

Trolley Treasures Day – Museum Store Sale & Scenic Rides

Step back in time and experience the history of electric rail transportation at the Shore Line Trolley Museum. Admission includes unlimited trolley rides and access to our historic campus, including the car barns where visitors can explore the museum’s collection.
Visitors ride aboard authentic antique trolley cars from cities such as New Haven, New Orleans, Brooklyn, and Johnstown, PA. Equipment in service varies by day and weather conditions.
Tickets are available at the Visitor Center and are valid for the full day.

Local Event: Scenic Trolley Rides & Museum Open

Scenic Trolley Rides & Museum Open

Step back in time and experience the history of electric rail transportation at the Shore Line Trolley Museum. Admission...

Step back in time and experience the history of electric rail transportation at the Shore Line Trolley Museum. Admission includes unlimited trolley rides and access to our historic campus, including the car barns where visitors can explore the museum’s collection.
Visitors ride aboard authentic antique trolley cars from cities such as New Haven, New Orleans, Brooklyn, and Johnstown, PA. Equipment in service varies by day and weather conditions.
Tickets are available at the Visitor Center and are valid for the full day.

Step into a world where history meets harmony at the&nbsp;Bluegrass Jam at the Museum! Dive deep into the heart of American bluegrass music, as the Shore Line Trolley Museum transforms into a vibrant stage for an evening of musical enchantment.
On the first Tuesday of each month, as the clock strikes 6:00pm, witness a musical rendezvous that celebrates the soulful rhythms and spirited tunes of bluegrass. Whether you’re a seasoned musician or someone who simply loves the melodies, there’s a spot for you in this musical extravaganza. Come with friends, family, or venture solo – all are welcome!
Set against the backdrop of the Shore Line Trolley Museum’s historic charm, attendees will be treated to the mesmerizing sounds of bluegrass, surrounded by the timeless allure of vintage trolleys. It’s not just a concert; it’s a journey through time, where every note echoes the legacy of a cherished American musical tradition.
Bring along your curiosity and immerse yourself in an evening of musical brilliance. Whether you’re strumming along or swaying to the rhythms, Bluegrass Jam&nbsp;at the Museum&nbsp;promises memories that will linger long after the last chord is played.
While the event itself is a gift to music lovers, we kindly suggest a donation of any amount to support the Shore Line Trolley Museum’s continued dedication to preserving history and promoting the arts.
Mark your calendars, spread the word, and let’s make history together at Bluegrass Jam at the Museum. A night of melodies, memories, and magic awaits!

Local Event: Bluegrass Jam at the Museum - 1st Tuesday of each month

Bluegrass Jam at the Museum - 1st Tuesday of...

Step into a world where history meets harmony at the Bluegrass Jam at the Museum! Dive deep into the heart of American...

Bluegrass Jam at the Museum - 1st Tuesday of each month

<h3> Guest Motorman Experience – 2026 Session Dates</h3>
The Guest Motorman Experience is offered on select dates throughout the year, with operating sessions scheduled across five designated program days.
Each session provides a private, one-hour supervised operating experience on our historic railway line. Equipment assignments vary by date and may include:
<ul><li>Historic streetcars (trolley cars)</li><li>Rapid transit (subway) cars</li><li>Elevated railway (“El”) cars</li><li>Interurban electric railway cars</li><li>Historic work equipment</li></ul>
Specific cars are scheduled in advance but may be subject to operational or maintenance considerations.
All sessions are conducted under the supervision of qualified museum operating personnel and provide hands-on experience operating preserved electric railway equipment on the oldest continuously operating suburban trolley line in the United States.
Please review individual dates for availability and reserve your preferred session in advance, as space is limited.

Local Event: Guest Motorman Experience 2026

Guest Motorman Experience 2026

 Guest Motorman Experience – 2026 Session Dates
The Guest Motorman Experience is offered on select dates throughout the year,...

Celebrate National Trails Day at Beacon Hill
Join the Shoreline Greenway Trail and the Shore Line Trolley Museum for a guided walk at Beacon Hill in Branford, Connecticut. This special program explores the geology, ecology, and conservation of one of the region’s most unique landscapes.
Your experience begins with a scenic trolley ride to the trailhead, followed by a guided walk to the summit, where you’ll take in views of Long Island Sound.
Along the way, you’ll discover: 
• Beacon Hill’s quarry history and glacially shaped rock formations 
• Native plant and wildlife habitats, including birds and seasonal wildflowers 
• Ongoing conservation efforts protecting this important natural area
Perfect for hikers, nature lovers, and anyone interested in Connecticut’s natural history.
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore Beacon Hill—from track to trail.
For more info, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">shorelinegreenwaytrail.org/</a>

Local Event: National Trails Day

National Trails Day

Celebrate National Trails Day at Beacon Hill
Join the Shoreline Greenway Trail and the Shore Line Trolley Museum for a guided...

As part of Connecticut Open House Day, the Shore Line Trolley Museum will offer free admission from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
During this time, visitors may enjoy access to the museum grounds and exhibits, including trolley rides along our historic railway.
Beginning at 1:00 PM, regular admission rates resume, and the museum will continue normal operations through 3:00 PM.
No advance reservations are required.

Local Event: CT Open House Day

CT Open House Day

As part of Connecticut Open House Day, the Shore Line Trolley Museum will offer free admission from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
During...

Bring your camera and spend the day capturing historic electric trolley cars in action at the Shore Line Trolley Museum.
During Photography Friendly Day, the museum is open to visitors as usual, with scenic trolley rides operating throughout the day. Photographers and visitors are welcome to take photos and video around the museum grounds while vintage trolley cars operate along our historic railway.
Admission includes trolley rides and time to explore the museum’s historic car barns and exhibits. Visitors ride aboard authentic antique trolley cars from cities such as New Haven, New Orleans, Brooklyn, and Johnstown, PA while learning how electric railways helped connect communities and shape modern transportation.
Normal museum admission applies.
<h2>Photography Friendly Day Photo Challenge</h2>
Share your best photos from the day and take part in our Photography Friendly Day Photo Challenge.
Post your photos on Instagram or Facebook and include the hashtag #shorelinetrolleymuseum so we can find and share your work.
After the event, museum staff will select a favorite photo. The winning photographer will receive a one-year membership to the Shore Line Trolley Museum.
Selected photos may also be featured on the museum’s website, social media, and promotional materials.

Local Event: Photography Friendly Day & Photo Challenge – Scenic Trolley Rides

Photography Friendly Day & Photo Challenge –...

Bring your camera and spend the day capturing historic electric trolley cars in action at the Shore Line Trolley Museum.
During...

Photography Friendly Day & Photo Challenge – Scenic Trolley Rides

Celebrate Father’s Day with a ride through history.
Join us Father’s Day Weekend for vintage trolley rides along the scenic Farm River and a relaxed afternoon exploring Connecticut’s electric railway heritage.
<h3>Father’s Day Weekend Special</h3>
Fathers receive free admission with the purchase of one regular admission.
Enjoy:
<ul><li>Unlimited trolley rides during your visit</li><li>Access to exhibits and museum grounds</li><li>A unique experience Dad won’t forget</li></ul>
Regular operating hours apply.
Spend the day together aboard a historic trolley — a simple, memorable way to celebrate.

Local Event: Father’s Day Weekend at the Shore Line Trolley Museum

Father’s Day Weekend at the Shore Line Trolley...

Celebrate Father’s Day with a ride through history.
Join us Father’s Day Weekend for vintage trolley rides along the scenic...

Father’s Day Weekend at the Shore Line Trolley Museum

Celebrate Father’s Day with a ride through history.
Join us Father’s Day Weekend for vintage trolley rides along the scenic Farm River and a relaxed afternoon exploring Connecticut’s electric railway heritage.
<h3>Father’s Day Weekend Special</h3>
Fathers receive free admission with the purchase of one regular admission.
Enjoy:
<ul><li>Unlimited trolley rides during your visit</li><li>Access to exhibits and museum grounds</li><li>A unique experience Dad won’t forget</li></ul>
Regular operating hours apply.
Spend the day together aboard a historic trolley — a simple, memorable way to celebrate.

Join us this summer for Storytime Tuesdays — a special morning program designed for young learners and their families.
Each Tuesday in July and August, children will enjoy a themed story reading followed by a vintage trolley ride along our historic Branford Electric Railway. The experience blends early literacy, imagination, and transportation history in a setting unlike any other.
<h3>Program Times</h3>
Storytimes are offered at: 10:00 AM 11:00 AM
Each session lasts approximately one hour. Please arrive a few minutes early, as programs begin promptly. Designed with young children’s schedules in mind, morning sessions conclude in time for lunch and afternoon naps.
<h3>What’s Included</h3>
• Live story reading • Scenic trolley ride • Light snack and drink • A take-home copy of the featured book for each child
<h3>Admission</h3>
$10 per child Adults attend free.
Space is limited to maintain a comfortable, engaging experience for families.
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<h3>2026 Theme: Innovation &amp; Ingenuity</h3>
This year’s Storytime series connects with our museum-wide theme celebrating innovation, engineering, creativity, and how transportation shaped daily life. Weekly book selections explore science, problem-solving, nature, invention, and community — helping children discover how ideas move the world forward.

Local Event: Storytime Tuesdays at the Shore Line Trolley Museum - July & August

Storytime Tuesdays at the Shore Line Trolley...

Join us this summer for Storytime Tuesdays — a special morning program designed for young learners and their families.
Each...

Storytime Tuesdays at the Shore Line Trolley Museum - July & August

The Shore Line Trolley Museum is pleased to offer a sensory-friendly trolley experience designed for individuals and families who benefit from a quieter, lower-stimulation environment.
This specially scheduled departure provides:
<ul><li>Limited attendance</li><li>Reduced ambient noise</li><li>Minimal waiting time</li><li>A calm, supportive atmosphere</li></ul>
Departure Time
Tuesdays in July and August 12:00 PM departure
Advance reservations are required. Attendance is intentionally limited to maintain a comfortable experience. Caregivers attend at no charge.
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What to Expect
From arrival at the Visitor Center through the trolley ride itself, our goal is to create a welcoming and predictable environment.
Families are encouraged to review our visitor information in advance so they may prepare for the experience with confidence.

Local Event: Sensory-Friendly Trolley Ride - July & August

Sensory-Friendly Trolley Ride - July & August

The Shore Line Trolley Museum is pleased to offer a sensory-friendly trolley experience designed for individuals and families...

Spend the day riding historic trolley cars and help support the preservation of electric railway history.
During Membership Drive Day, visitors are invited to learn more about becoming part of the Shore Line Trolley Museum community. Members help support the restoration of historic trolley cars, the maintenance of the railway, and the preservation of transportation history for future generations.
For this special event, visitors who join, renew, or rejoin the museum will receive 10% off the cost of membership.
Membership benefits include free or reduced admission throughout the season, invitations to select member programs, and the opportunity to support the preservation of historic trolley equipment.
Memberships take effect immediately, so new and renewing members can begin enjoying their benefits right away.
The museum is open with scenic trolley rides and tours operating throughout the day, and normal admission applies.
Stop by the Visitor Center to learn more about membership and how you can help support the Shore Line Trolley Museum.

Local Event: Join the Shore Line Trolley Museum Day

Join the Shore Line Trolley Museum Day

Spend the day riding historic trolley cars and help support the preservation of electric railway history.
During Membership...

Local Event: Sensory-Friendly Trolley Ride- July & August

Sensory-Friendly Trolley Ride- July & August

Shore Line Trolley Museum

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Faith United Methodist Church 81 Clintonville Road, North Haven, CT

FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 81 CLINTONVILLE RD., NORTH HAVEN WILL HOLD ITS ANNUAL SRING FAIR ON SATURDAY, May 9 from 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Rain or Shine. This popular event will feature a Silent Auction offering more than 75 gift certificates and products from a wide variety of local businesses, a plant sale showcasing an assortment of annuals in hanging baskets, vegetables, herbs and flowers, beautiful handcrafted items created by members of our church Craft Group, handmade quilts, a Tag Sale Room, a Cookie Walk, Farmer’s Market items and homemade bake goods. Crafters and new product vendors will showcase one-of-a kind items for purchase. Breakfast sandwiches and lunch will be sold at the event. We will also be selling our homemade Chicken Pot Pie that is ready to go from our freezer to your oven. Come early for the best selection. This is primarily a cash sale event.

Local Event: Popular Spring Fair on May 9 at Faith UMC

Popular Spring Fair on May 9 at Faith UMC

FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 81 CLINTONVILLE RD., NORTH HAVEN WILL HOLD ITS ANNUAL SRING FAIR ON SATURDAY, May 9 from 8:30...

Lighthouse Point Park

<h2>Join us for our Annual Epilepsy Walk in New Haven!</h2>
This year, we’re bringing the community together not just to walk, but to gather for a&nbsp;Purple Picnic&nbsp;celebration afterward (Food&nbsp;provided by EFCT).
This family-friendly event is all about connection, support, and showing our strength as a community. Walk alongside individuals and families impacted by epilepsy.
Vendors will be on site sharing resources, services, and information designed to support those living with epilepsy and their caregivers. Whether you’re coming to honor a loved one, meet others who understand your journey, or learn more about epilepsy, we can't wait to see you!
Any teams who fundraise $100 or more, will receive a free sign with their team's name on it!
Wear your purple, and join us for a meaningful day of awareness, advocacy, and community.

Local Event: Annual Epilepsy Awareness Walk & Purple Picnic

Annual Epilepsy Awareness Walk & Purple Picnic

Join us for our Annual Epilepsy Walk in New Haven!
This year, we’re bringing the community together not just to walk, but to...

High Plains Auditorium / 525 Orange Center Rd, Orange, CT

“The John Fogerty Tribute Project” is not a cookie cutter tribute act giving you the same songs and robot style performances. Rather, their live, interactive, heart throbbing performances are at the core of a real live John Fogerty concert. An energetic tribute that will bring the house down with all the songs you would expect to hear from both John Fogerty’s Creedence Clearwater Revival years and his solo career. A fitting tribute to the man and his music while maintaining the individual musicianship of each band member and their talent. Via their media outlets, you can follow the developments, hard work and “fan-extras” no other tribute band provides. 
The band is also in contact with current members of John Fogerty’s touring band while seeking their advice and critique on the project. “The John Fogerty Project” leaves their audiences with a memorable uplifting rock and roll experience while paying tribute this classic and timeless music everyone knows and loves leaving the fans wanting to do it all again. This tribute band is an absolute “must see”.A truly unique experience on the tribute band scene.
Video Link <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pbZK5MeJukA" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pbZK5MeJukA</a>
Ticket Link <a href="https://www.MilfordPerformanceCenter.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.MilfordPerformanceCenter.org</a>

Local Event: “The John Fogerty Tribute Project”...The Music of CCR

Milford

“The John Fogerty Tribute Project”...The Music...

“The John Fogerty Tribute Project” is not a cookie cutter tribute act giving you the same songs and robot style performances....

“The John Fogerty Tribute Project”...The Music of CCR

Milford Crossing

Xfinity is coming to the community! Join us for a special Xfinity event at Milford Crossing from Friday, May 15 to Thursday, May 28.

Attendees can learn more about Xfinity’s fast, reliable Internet options and find the plan that works best for them. Plus, eligible Xfinity Internet customers can add one line of Mobile Select included for a year.

Xfinity Mobile highlights:

<ul>
 <li>No hidden fees for Xfinity Internet customers</li>
 <li>Mobile Plus includes Lifetime Device Protection for phones, tablets and smartwatches, Device Upgrades anytime, and Global Travel Pass ($45 month, per line)</li>
 <li>Access to more than 23 million WiFi hotspots + America’s most reliable 5G network</li>
 <li>Customers can save up to 50% vs. major wireless carriers</li>
 <li>Speeds up to 1 Gig on Xfinity WiFi with WiFi PowerBoost</li>
</ul>

Xfinity team members will be on site to answer questions, share helpful tips, and walk through available offers.

When: Friday, May 15th – Thursday, May 28th

Event Hours:

<ul>
 <li>Monday – 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.</li>
 <li>Tuesday – Wednesday: Closed</li>
 <li>Thursday – Friday: 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.</li>
 <li>Saturday – Sunday: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.</li>
</ul>

Where: Milford Crossing Shopping Plaza (1349 Boston Post Rd, Milford CT)

Residents can sign up during the event or explore options anytime by calling 1-800-XFINITY, visiting xfinity.com, or stopping by a local store (xfinitystores.com).

We hope to see you there!

Local Event: Xfinity Event Coming to Milford Crossing in Milford!

Xfinity Event Coming to Milford Crossing in...

Xfinity is coming to the community! Join us for a special Xfinity event at Milford Crossing from Friday, May 15 to Thursday,...

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