The much-anticipated documentary series, Stepping Into the Shade, will premiere in the Westport Library's Trefz Forum. Hosted by the acclaimed journalist Leslie Mayes, the evening will include an exclusive glimpse into the series' most compelling scenes, followed by an enriching panel discussion and live Q&A session. Stepping Into the Shade is a love story about […]
For more than 13 years, United Way Women United’s Power of the Purse Luncheon and Silent Auction helps women and families achieve financial security. As more people struggle to make ends meet due to the complex job market and new sets of challenges, your support matters now more than ever. By participating in this year’s event, you […]
Eighty years ago, the worst disaster in Hartford history took the lives of 168 people. The circus fire has lived in the memories of survivors and the imaginations of Connecticans ever since. On June 6th, the Connecticut Museum welcomes Don Massey and former Hartford Fire Chief Charles A. Teale to talk about the lasting legacy […]
Craft a vision for your garden and learn to draw your own detailed planting plan. Come and explore the core principles of garden design in this hands-on, weekend studio workshop. Suitable for all levels, you will learn comprehensive design techniques for the home gardener, from site survey and concept design to plant and material selection. […]
You won’t want to miss the 2024 Windsor House Tour, Saturday, June 8 from 10 AM to 4 PM! Tickets are now available online, at the museum, and four convenient locations across Windsor. This year’s tour is themed “Coming Home,” evocative of the affection each participating homeowner has for Windsor and for the houses they now call home. This […]
Craft a vision for your garden and learn to draw your own detailed planting plan. Come and explore the core principles of garden design in this hands-on, weekend studio workshop. Suitable for all levels, you will learn comprehensive design techniques for the home gardener, from site survey and concept design to plant and material selection. […]
Your Journey, Your Story: The Immigrant Experience The immigrant story is the American story, though each immigrant experience is as unique and complex as the individual who lived it. Listen as three of our West Hartford neighbors share their journeys—from their country of origin to how they came to be a part of our community, […]
Join us for a presentation by Emma MacDonald of the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection on recycling in Connecticut. What can be recycled? How? What can't be recycled? Why?
Sip your way into the enchanting world of Japanese culture at 'Tradition in a Tea Cup: The Art and History of Japanese Tea Ceremonies,' a captivating online event. Join us as we journey through centuries of tradition, artistry, and philosophy embodied in the Japanese tea ceremony, known as 'chanoyu' or 'sado.' Explore the graceful rituals, […]
