Level up your game skills at the library this summer with our Learn to Play Fridays! Every Friday this summer we’ll be teaching and playing all kinds of old-school, screen-free card games. Stop by on July 11th for UNO, War, and Cheat. Let the games begin!
This event is free and open to the public.
David M. Hunt Library
63 Main Street
Falls Village, CT 06031
We’re bringing the dig to the library! Experience paleontology for yourself at our mini fossil dig with REAL fossils to find and identify on July 10th at 3:30pm. Participants will “dig” through sand, rocks, and shells for micro- and small fossils namely from the Miocene era, and work to identify what animal they belonged to while learning more about early life on our planet. Let’s get digging!
This event is free and open to the public.
David M. Hunt Library
63 Main Street
Falls Village, CT 06031
Our community garden is bursting with delicious vegetables — let’s use them! Join us for Garden Club on alternate Wednesdays June through August for Garden to Table, where we’ll take vegetables from the community garden and use them to create delicious bites. On July 9th we’ll be Pickling using beans, fennel, and more from the garden. You can also bring your own produce from home! This event is free and open to the public.
David M. Hunt Library
63 Main Street
Falls Village, CT 06031
Hopkins Vineyard Hosts “Dog Days of Summer” Celebration on August 3
Warren, CT — Grab the leash and join us at Hopkins Vineyard on Saturday, August 3rd from 12–5pm for our Dog Days of Summer Celebration — a tail-wagging afternoon of treats, tunes, and tasty bites for dogs and their humans alike.
This free community event invites guests to bring their four-legged friends for a day of outdoor fun, set against the scenic backdrop of the vineyard. Highlights include:
• Free dog treats from Get Joy Whole Foods
• Depot Dog – Pop-up Shop with boutique pet items
• To-go dog charcuterie boxes — because pups deserve to graze in style
• Pup Cups & Ice Cream from Jesse’s Ice Cream Truck
• Lobster rolls & more from the Cousins Maine Lobster food truck
• Live music by Haptic Sense from 2–5pm
• Savory small plates from our new Charcuterie Bar, now open!
Whether you come for the wine, the live music, or to spoil your furry best friend, the Dog Days of Summer is the perfect way to celebrate the season with the whole pack.
Hopkins Vineyard is located at 25 Hopkins Road in Warren, CT. Admission is free. Dogs must be leashed.
For more information, contact Hilary Criollo at hcriollo@hopkinsvineyard.com or visit www.hopkinsvineyard.com or follow us on Instagram @hopkinsvineyard.
Hopkins Vineyard
Step into the vibrant, flavorful world of Indian cuisine with Chef Paige DeFeo! Together, we’ll create a feast bursting with color, spice, and soul. From refreshing Mango Lassi to flaky, golden Naan, you’ll master the art of beloved classics. Learn to craft rich and creamy Saag Paneer, the perfectly spiced Chicken Tikka Masala, hearty Vegan Dal, and smoky, succulent Seekh Kebabs. We’ll also whip up crispy Vegetable Samosas paired with a cooling, tangy Raita.
This hands-on class is perfect for anyone who loves bold flavors and wants to elevate their home cooking. Chef Paige will guide you step-by-step, sharing tips, tricks, and stories to bring these dishes to life. By the end, your kitchen will smell divine, and you’ll have a new repertoire of stunning recipes to wow family and friends. Roll up your sleeves, and let’s cook something unforgettable!
The Silo Cooking School
44 Upland Road
New Milford CT 06886
Flavors of India w/ Chef Paige DeFeo – Sun. July 13th @ 6:30pm
Visit the home of our nation’s longest running President, Franklin D. Roosevelt, as well as the first Presidential Library and Museum to be created. Enjoy lunch at the Culinary Institute of America (included) on this day long trip to Hyde Park, NY.
Member: $110
Non-Member: $120
Member Meet Up: $100
Non Member Meet up: $110
Child: $105
Mattatuck Museum
144 West Main St, Waterbury, CT 06702
https://www.mattmuseum.org/calendar/van-trip-hyde-park/
Celebrate an extension of Waterbury’s Harry Potter Day with a magical Saturday full of art activities, an owl and raptor presentation, a scavenger hunt, and more!
Mattatuck Museum
144 West Main St, Waterbury, CT 06702
https://www.mattmuseum.org/calendar/family-fun-dayz-witches-and-wizards/
Children aged 0-3 and their caregivers to invited to enjoy time in the Museum galleries for some art and history fun while practicing developmental, social, and mobility skills- all while the museum is closed to the public! A museum educator will facilitate storytime and 30 minutes of playtime in the galleries with an opportunity to mingle with other parents and caregivers.
Cost: $5 per child
Mattatuck Museum
144 West Main St, Waterbury, CT 06702
Join us on the only rooftop terrace in downtown Waterbury for a night full of dance, music, and fun, with Alisa of Alisa’s House of Salsa! With over 20 years of experience as a certified dance instructor, Alisa will lead a free lesson for all, followed by dancing the night away!
Food Available: Sweet Bella’s will be open late.
Galleries will be open until 7 pm.
General: $15
Member: $10
Mattatuck Museum
144 West Main St, Waterbury, CT 06702
This summer, the Mattatuck Museum invites the community to unwind, connect, and dance under the stars with Friday Nights @ The MATT—a lively new series of evening programs designed to bring people together through music, movement, and art. With extended gallery hours, rooftop views, and vibrant energy, Fridays at the Museum promise a perfect blend of culture and fun in the heart of downtown Waterbury. The Museum’s Rooftop Terrace offers the perfect setting to relax after the workweek for Happy Hour @ The MATT, debuting Friday, June 13 from 4 until 6 PM, with stunning views of Waterbury’s Green and historic downtown skyline. Salsa Nights offer an exciting destination for locals and visitors alike, on Fridays, May 30, June 13, July 18, and August 22 from 6 until 9 PM, with the option to explore the Museum’s galleries, which will remain open until 7 PM on Salsa Nights.
Mattatuck Museum
144 West Main St, Waterbury, CT 06702
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