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🌊 Get Out on the Water + New Art Exhibits & Mindfulness Events
Good morning and happy Monday!
We’ve gathered some of the best events happening across Connecticut this week — from art exhibits and trivia nights to flower festivals and spring celebrations. There’s plenty to look forward to, and we’ve made it simple for you to plan your week!
You can click on any event below to learn more about it, and don’t forget to check out our full events calendar for even more things to do across the state.
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ALL WEEK LONG
Shining Light on Truth: Black Lives at Yale & in New Haven at Yale Schwarzman Center (New Haven): This exhibition highlights the significant and often overlooked roles of Black individuals throughout Yale University’s and New Haven’s histories.
The View from Here: Accessing Art Through Photography at Yale Schwarzman Center (New Haven): This exhibition showcases the work of thirteen student-photographers from Greater New Haven who participated in a collaborative photography program.
Mystic Seaport Museum Admission Information (Mystic): Visitors can explore a recreated 19th-century seaport village, a working shipyard, multiple exhibition buildings, a planetarium, and seasonal opportunities to get out on the water.
Romney: Brilliant Contrasts in Georgian England at Yale Center for British Art (New Haven): The Yale Center for British Art, in collaboration with the Yale University Art Gallery, presents Romney: Brilliant Contrasts in Georgian England, a compelling exhibition celebrating the museum’s reopening and showcasing the remarkable work of British portraitist George Romney (1734–1802).
MONDAY EVENTS
Virtual Meditation and Mindfulness Series (Fairfield) - Join us for a virtual mindfulness and meditation class from the comfort of your home!
Get Out On The Water at Mystic Seaport Museum (Mystic): Mystic Seaport Museum invites visitors to enjoy the timeless thrill of being their own captain with its seasonal small craft program, Get Out On The Water.
Hew Locke: Passages at Yale Center for British Art (New Haven): The Yale Center for British Art presents Hew Locke: Passages, an exhibition tracing more than three decades of work by Guyanese-British artist Hew Locke.
William Blake: Burning Bright at Yale Center for British Art (New Haven): The Yale Center for British Art will present William Blake: Burning Bright, an exhibition exploring the visionary art and poetry of William Blake (1757–1827).
Animal Kingdom 4D: The Wild Awaits at Maritime Aquarium (Norwalk): Step into the wild with Animal Kingdom 4D: The Wild Awaits at the Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk.
Downtown Mystic Ghost Tours (Mystic): Guests will explore the darker side of Mystic’s past, from colonial conflicts and lost sailors to unexplained murders and supernatural sightings.
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TUESDAY EVENTS
Faculty Roundtable: Incarceration in the U.S. (Fairfield) - Join faculty to discuss perspectives on issues surrounding incarceration in the U.S.
Meditation and Mindfulness in the Museum Series (Fairfield) - Join us for an in-person meditation and mindfulness class in our Bellarmine Hall Galleries!
Research in Action: “Young Woman in a Tiara and Double-strand Gold Necklace” (New Haven) - Damiët Schneeweisz explores the artistic worlds of the eighteenth-century Caribbean through portrait miniatures.
Teen Tuesday: Word/Image (New Haven) - Teens are invited to make art and build community at the YCBA!
Metropolitan Opera Encore in HD – Salome (Ridgefield) - Experience the classical crossover sensation, Il Divo, live in concert.
Il Divo by Candlelight (Ridgefield) - Join Il Divo for an intimate performance blending modern music and opera.
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WEDNESDAY EVENTS
Yohay Sponder (Manchester) - Comedian Yohay Sponder brings his unique insights to the stage.
Hartford Wolf Pack vs Springfield Thunderbirds (Hartford) - Watch the Wolf Pack take on the Thunderbirds.
Film Screening: We Were Here (2024) (Fairfield) - Join us for a screening of the film about the untold history of Black Africans in Renaissance Europe.
Tai Chi (Waterbury) - Improve your energy and stamina with gentle movements and certified instruction.
Environmental Humanities: Common Ground (Storrs) - Join a community-building event focused on sustainability.
An Interconnected World: Nature in Indonesian and Dutch Art (New Haven) - Explore the role of nature in art from Indonesia and the Netherlands.
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THURSDAY EVENTS
Karaoke at the Gallery (Vicinanza Studios) - Enjoy a night of music and entertainment with karaoke at Vicinanza Studios.
A Landscape Examined: Jamaica’s Role in the Making of Empire (New Haven) - Learn about Jamaica's significance in the Atlantic World through art.
Get the Led Out (New London) - Experience a high-energy concert that brings the music of Led Zeppelin to life.
Lecture: Grappling with Heritage (Fairfield) - Join Kathryn Lafrenz Samuels for an introduction to heritage management theories.
Keynote Conversation: Neurodivergence and the Art Museum (New Haven) - Explore how neurodivergent individuals experience art museums and how to improve access.
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FRIDAY EVENTS
The Music of Hans Zimmer & Others has been Postponed until October 24, 2025 (New Haven) - Due to unforeseen circumstances, this performance is postponed.
TONY ROCK (Bridgeport) - Comedian Tony Rock brings laughter and insight to the stage.
Hartford Wolf Pack vs Bridgeport Islanders (Hartford) - Don't miss the Wolf Pack as they face off against the Islanders.
Monster Jam (Bridgeport) - Experience high-octane family fun with monster truck racing and activities!
Van Trip- Concord Highlights (Concord) - Enjoy a day visiting the homes of iconic American writers.
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A purr-fectly magical live show for the whole family!
Get ready, Connecticut families — Gabby’s Dollhouse Live! Presented by Walmart is bringing a world of imagination and fun to the Toyota Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford on November 1 at 1 p.m.
Join Gabby and her adorable kitty friends for an interactive, music-filled adventure that brings the hit Netflix series to life on stage. Expect vibrant sets, catchy songs, and all the wonder that little fans love — now bigger and brighter than ever!
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📍 Where: Toyota Oakdale Theatre, Wallingford
🕐 When: Friday, November 1 at 1 p.m.
🚪 Doors Open: 12:00 p.m.
Tickets are mobile-only (G-Pass) — just pull them up on your phone and head straight in.
Don’t miss your chance to make memories with your little ones — this purr-fectly fun show is one they’ll never forget!
Thanks!
Thanks for spending part of your Monday with us! We hope this roundup helps you make the most of your week. Share this email with a friend who loves discovering new things to do — and we’ll see you out there!
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