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<h2>🎃 Halloween in Danbury! 👻</h2>
Get ready for a spooktacular afternoon of family fun at Halloween in Danbury, presented by Danbury PAL, Puzzles and Danbury Recreation!
Join us on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 2:00–6:00 PM at the Danbury PAL, 35 Hayestown Road. Bring the whole family, dress in your favorite costumes and enjoy an exciting lineup of Halloween activities and entertainment.
The day will feature a Costume Dance Party with DJ Slinger, an amazing Magic Show with Paul Kilmer, a special showing of “Spookley the Square Pumpkin,” and Trick-or-Treating with Danbury businesses.&nbsp;
🎃 Come in costume and join the fun! It’s a great opportunity for Danbury families to celebrate Halloween together in a fun, festive community atmosphere.
Saturday, October 24 | 2:00–6:00 PM Danbury PAL | 35 Hayestown Road, Danbury, CT

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Halloween in Danbury

🎃 Halloween in Danbury! 👻
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Mid Century Modern Shoppers Dream Estate Sale - Cos Cob

The house is filled with MCM furniture, Baby and children toys, record, Rugs, Artwork, Books, Home Decor, Kitchen Items, Outdoor Furniture, Tools, Garage Items, Mirrors, Mens Clothing, Sewing Machine &amp; Table, Sewing items, China, Crystal, Lighting, 1960's Chandelier, DVD's CD's, Records, Cameras, Linens, Electronics, Glassware, Stemware, Stand up Piano, Beds, Planters, Bikes, Toboggan, Vintage Typewriters, Baskets, Holiday Items, Musical Instruments, Safe, Filing Cabinets, Golf Clubs, Sports Equipment and more.
Please bring bags to carry your items as we do not provide
We can do pre-sales October 23 - 25 19 Daffodil Lane, Cos Cob 9am - 2pm Cash, Venmo, Zelle

Local Event: Estate Sale - Cos Cob

Cos Cob

Estate Sale - Cos Cob

Mid Century Modern Shoppers Dream Estate Sale - Cos Cob

The house is filled with MCM furniture, Baby and children toys,...

Silver Spring Country Club

Spend an autumn evening out at ROAR’s annual gala and help homeless cats and dogs find loving homes.
This year’s gala, themed Falling for ROAR, will feature dinner, live and silent auctions, and the presentation of ROAR's 2026 Star Awards to volunteer Debbie Rabinowitz and Danbury Animal Hospital. All proceeds support the rescue and adoption of animals in ROAR’s care.
Can’t attend? The silent auction opens online to the public about a week before the event, and bidding closes at the gala. Buy tickets and preview auction items at roar-ridgefield.org.

Local Event: 2026 ROAR Gala: Celebrate, Bid and Help Save Animals in Need

2026 ROAR Gala: Celebrate, Bid and Help Save...

Spend an autumn evening out at ROAR’s annual gala and help homeless cats and dogs find loving homes.
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Westport, Conn. location provided upon registration

Future political candidates and campaigners can learn what it takes to win elections&nbsp;Saturday October 24, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Westport, Conn. <a href="https://www.tcsyale.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">The Campaign School at Yale’s </a>(TCSYale) “<a href="https://www.tcsyale.org/register" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">The Basics</a>” 1-day training is for women
of all parties (and the men who support them) who want to learn the fundamentals to be a better campaigner.

<a href="https://www.tcsyale.org/register" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Register for The Basics.</a>
COST<ul><li>Fairfield County residents: $25 (a reduced rate thanks to the generosity of The Fund for Women &amp; Girls of <a href="https://fccfoundation.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Fairfield County’s Community Foundation.</a></li><li><a href="https://fccfoundation.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a>Non-residents of Fairfield County: $100</li></ul>
TCSYale is the premiere nonpartisan nonprofit that prepares people to run for office. Their goal is to increase the number of women elected.Speakers at The Basics include<a href="https://www.tcsyale.org/our-executive-director" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> Patti Russo</a>, executive director of TCSYale, Joan Gillman, president of the <a href="https://www.lwvwestport.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Westport League of Women Voters</a>, expert speaking instructor <a href="https://www.gildabonanno.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Gilda Bonanno</a>. Alumni panelists include<a href="https://www.cristinmccarthyvahey.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> State Rep. Cristin McCarthy Vahe</a>y, <a href="https://www.jentooker.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Jennifer Tooker</a>, former Westport First Selectwoman and current candidate for State Comptroller, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriela-koc/?isSelfProfile=false" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Gabriela Koc</a>, Stamford Board of Education members and Director of External Affairs, Office of the State Treasurer, and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-shant%C3%A9-t-hanks-1106a8102/?isSelfProfile=false" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Dr. Shanté Hanks,</a> Deputy Commissioner of the State Department of Housing.
For more information email <a href="mailto:info@TCSYale.org">info@TCSYale.org</a>.

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Nod Hill Brewery

On Saturday October 24th, The Ridgefield Action Committee for the Environment is hosting an EV car show at the Nod Hill Brewery.&nbsp;&nbsp;BRING your EV&nbsp;&nbsp;(or PHEV) to Nod Hill -- meet other EV enthusiasts -- enjoy the Jazz band and a pint of locally brewed beer.&nbsp;Our EV car show will run from 10 am to 1 pm.&nbsp; We expect the Live Green EV caravan to join us at Nod Hill by 11 am.&nbsp;&nbsp;At noon, in the biergarten, RACE&nbsp;will recognize individuals and their businesses for their environmental stewardship efforts.&nbsp;&nbsp;Please consider joining us for this event.&nbsp; &nbsp; Please share this information with other EV car enthusiasts.

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EV Car Show

On Saturday October 24th, The Ridgefield Action Committee for the Environment is hosting an EV car show at the Nod Hill...

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

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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!...

Newtown Community Center

The Newtown Lions Club is planning our 4th annual Model Train Show Event to benefit Childhood Cancer Research on Sunday October 25 from 10 AM – 2:00 PM at the Newtown Community Center, 8 Simpson St. in Newtown, Ct. There will be fun and games as well as the great Model Railroad layouts for the Kids to enjoy as always. 
The event will features several different operating model railroads encompassing over 1700 square feet and don’t miss your opportunity to Win the First Prize, a Starter Model Railroad. For the serious and occasional hobbyist there will also be Model Railroading Clinics to teach the beginner and experienced modeler methods of developing creative model railroads. Several vendors attending will be selling model railroad equipment, and accessories on Do-it-Yourself modeling (DIY) and much more. Makes Great Gift ideas for this time of year! There will be lectures on our area railroads. I’ll bet you didn’t know about Newtown’s historic railroads. Come see and hear all about it! There will be Door Prizes, Food Trucks, Video and slide Presentations on historic railroads throughout the day. Come join us for a great day with a nostalgic look back in time at our Railroads with this exciting Model Railroad exhibition and help the Newtown Lions help our community in the fight against Childhood Cancer.

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Newtwon Lions Model Train Show to benefit...

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