Summer Camps
Please double check dates, times and any changes before heading out to these great events. Due to Covid some events require you to purchase tickets online and in advance.
Out & About in Connecticut MOTHER’S DAY EVENTS
May 3: Wilton
Mother’s Day Paper Flower Making workshop for kids, Wilton Historical Society, 224 Danbury Road, Wilton. In this fun and creative session, kids will craft their very own paper flower using tissue paper, construction paper, wire, markers, and—of course—love to create a one-of-a-kind piece of artwork! $25.00 for WHS Members. $35.00 for Non-members, Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
May 10: Bristol
Mommy & Me Floral Workshop, The Bristol Bazaar LLC, 67 Race St, Bristol. Learn the basics of floral design while you work side by side to create two beautiful floral arrangements. The cost of this workshop includes fresh-cut seasonal flowers for one small and one medium arrangement, two vases, and guided instruction. $59 per person, $17 per extra child. 11am - 12:30pm
May 10: Essex
Mommy & Me Tea, Essex Steam Train & Riverboat, 1 Railroad Ave, Essex. Take in the beautiful spring scenery on this one hour round-trip train ride through the Connecticut River Valley, as you enjoy this intimate family excursion. Delight in an assortment of teas, finger sandwiches, pastries, and more, aboard a beautifully restored 1920s era Pullman Dining car. $54.99 per person age 2 and older, Children under 2 must sit on adult lap. 11:30 pm - 1:30 pm
May 10-11: Fairfield
The 88th annual Dogwood Festival, Greenfield Hill Congregational Church on Old Academy Road. Events at the festival include live entertainment, an animal live show, a magic show, crafts and games for kids and guided history tours and more. Fairfield’s Dogwood Festival will kick off on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and continue on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Happy Mother’s Day!
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Out & About in Connecticut MAY 2025
May 1-31: Wethersfield
Please double check dates, times and any changes before heading out to these great events. Due to Covid some events require you to purchase tickets online and in advance.
5th Annual Bicycles on Main, 200 Main Street, Wethersfield. From May 1st to May 31st, on a beautiful spring day you can come visit the heart of Old Wethersfield’s historic and cultural district to see decorated bicycles in front of colonial homes, museums, and the local shops, restaurants, and businesses all on one walkable/bike-able street! Free
May 2: Norwich
Storytime at Slater, Slater Memorial Museum, 108 Crescent St., Norwich. Slater Memorial Museum is excited to partner with Otis Library for our very own storytime hosted at the museum on the first Friday of every month! 10:30am-11:30am, FREE
May 2: Simsbury
Sk8 to Elimin8 Cancer “Frozen 5K” Public Skate Party, international Skating Center of CT – iSCC, 1375 Hopmeadow St, Simsbury. Turn Cancer Upside Down and have a blast with us at the Public Skate Frozen 5k Party on May 2nd! Register for $35 and receive your ISCC Sk8 to Elimin8 Cancer™ t-shirt! ALL registered participants are invited to join our Frozen 5k Public Skate Party on Friday, May 2, 2025. 6:00 - 7:00 PM
May 3: Manchester
Wickham Park Annual Tree Tour, Wickham Park, 1329 Middle Turnpike West, Manchester. Tree expert, Steve Cronkite will take you on a walking tour throughout Wickham Parks who has a diverse collection of over 40 trees. Meet in Lot A. $10 Vehicle Entry fee
May 3: Winsted
Family Days, American Mural Project, 90 Whiting Street, Winsted. Fun, Educational, Hands-On Programs for the Whole Family. Kids under 18 are free. Teen Art Studio Participants are charged a $5 materials fee. Adults $15, Seniors/Veterans $12, 10am-5pm
May 4: Manchester
Breakfast with Princesses in the Park, Wickham Park Annual Tree Tour, Wickham Park, 1329 Middle Turnpike West, Manchester. You and your little Royals will enjoy a delicious breakfast prepared by Chef
and “Enter to Win” opportunities!
Please double check dates, times and any changes before heading out to these great events. Due to Covid some events require you to purchase tickets online and in advance.
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Thom of Request A Chef as well as songs and stories. Your little Royals will also be able to dance and have their pictures taken with them in the beautiful Hilltop Gardens. 10am, $25.00 per child under 12, $30 per person
May 6: Torrington
Blippi: Join The Band, The Oneglia Auditorium, 68 Main St, Torrington. Blippi will be joined onstage by Meekah along with their singing and dancing buddies and LIVE musicians. They’ll explore what makes music, including sounds, rhythms and instruments, with fan-favorite Blippi hits. 6pm
May 10: Waterbury
Free Admission for All, Mattatuck Museum, 144 West Main Street, Waterbury. Join us for a reading of our story of the month which relates to the Kid’s Art Workshop that follows each story time. This month’s story is: Sylvester and the Magic Pebble by William Steig. 11 AM to 5 PM FREE
May 17: Putnam
Superhero Saturday, Main Street, Downtown Putnam. Do you love Superheroes, Comics, Dressing Up? Come enjoy this family-friendly event in Downtown Putnam on Main Street! We’ll celebrate classic heroes and real-life heroes! 10am-1pm (rain date Sunday, May 18) FREE
May 18: Stratford
Opening Day at Boothe Memorial Park, 5800 Main Street, Stratford. The Friends of Boothe Memorial Park cordially invite you to a FREE day of fun at the 2025 Park Opening and Antique Car Show 9am –4pm, Free Admission & Parking
May 31: Wethersfield
Wethersfield Fireworks at Cove Park, 60 State Street, Wethersfield.
Event begins at 5:00pm with food trucks, vendors and live music. Fireworks show will begin at approximately 9:15pm. Raindate is Saturday, June 7th. 5:00pm - 9:45pm, FREE
Out & About is a guide to family–oriented, events and is provided as a community service. As events may change after printing we suggest you call ahead to verify. We welcome your events. Please visit us at www.CTKidsandFamily.com.
Summer Camps
Summer Camps
