Autumn Ales Beer Tasting at Mill Hill. Thursday, October 10 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Mill Hill Historic Park, Town House Museum, 2 E. Wall St. Join the Norwalk Historical Society for the perfect blend of education, history, and great beer. Gregg Glaser, a celebrated authority in craft beer, will guide guests through an engaging presentation on the "History of Beer in New England." Along with fascinating insights, attendees will enjoy a curated tasting of regional beers, each paired with complimentary appetizers to enhance the experience. All guests must be 21 years or older to attend. Net proceeds support the Norwalk Historical Society`s education programs and exhibitions. $35 per person. Limited seating. Secure your spot at
https://bit.ly/FallAles2024. @norwalkhistoricalsociety @cityofnorwalk @norwalk_ct
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Halloween Happenings for Kids at Stew Leonard`s Norwalk, 100 Westport Ave.

Halloween Cupcakes Class
Wed., Oct. 9, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Thurs., Oct. 10, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Ages 6 - 10
$20 per child
Kids will make four Halloween-inspired cupcakes to take home with them, and enjoy a cup of Stew’s delicious ice cream. A parent or caretaker is asked to accompany their child to this class.

Pumpkin Palooza
Sat., Oct. 12 – Mon., Oct. 14
11:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Those who purchase a pumpkin at Stew’s are invited to a complimentary pumpkin painting event outdoors under the Garden Shop`s tent. No advance registration necessary.

Halloween Dirt Cup Class
Tues., Oct. 15, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Wed., Oct. 16, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Ages 2 to 5
$20 per child
Kids will make a cup of dirt using pudding, gummy worms, and cookies. A parent or caretaker is asked to accompany their child to this class.

Trick or Treat with Stew Leonard`s Characters
Tues., Oct. 29
Ages 8 and younger
Children ages 8 and younger are invited to dress in their costumes. Bags will be provided to children for trick-or-treating stations throughout the store. Stew Leonard`s famous characters will be available for taking photos with the children.

Spooky Supper-Halloween Costume Party
Fri., Oct. 25, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Adults and children ages 12+ are $22.99 each; children ages 11 and younger are $18.99 each
Join us for a Spooktacular Costume Party hosted by our costumed characters, with a buffet-style dinner including chicken fries, quesadillas, and pizza, a spooky dance floor, and a Halloween goodie bag to take home. Limited spots available.

Halloween Day, Thurs., Oct. 31
All kids under age 12 who wear their Halloween costume will receive a free small ice cream cone.

Customers can register for all paid events, as well as the free trick-or-treating event at https://bit.ly/3ZMpxT0.
@stewleonards @cityofnorwalk @norwalk_ct
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Kids Club at Pinstripes on Saturday, October 5, from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. at The SoNo Collection, 100 N. Water St. Join us the first Saturday of each month, one hour before brunch, for a fun-filled morning of themed kids activities. This month’s activity is Paint and Decorate Pumpkins. Each event is free for kids and includes an activity and a Free Brunch Voucher for use that day only. Reserve your spot at https://pinstripes.com/kids-club-events. @pinstripesbbb @shopthesonocollection @cityofnorwalk @norwalk_ct #visitnorwalk #norwalk #norwalkct #pinstripesbbb #thesonocollection #kidsclub #kidsactivities #pumpkinpainting #decoratingpumpskins #kidsfreebrunch

Yesterday, Manresa Island Corp., a newly established nonprofit dedicated to transforming Norwalk`s Manresa Island into a new public destination, announced its vision to turn the over 125-acre former industrial power plant site into a thriving publicly accessible park, unlocking 1.75 miles of its waterfront access for the first time in nearly 75 years. Anchored by a reimagined decommissioned coal-fired and oil-powered facility, the park will become a new public amenity in Norwalk with a stellar network of spaces that supports passive and active programming for people of all ages and abilities, revitalized ecological habitat and educational opportunities centered around water.

This effort was made possible thanks to a private philanthropic investment from Austin McChord, Norwalk native and Founder of Datto, Connecticut`s first unicorn startup, and his wife Allison McChord, Manresa Island Corp. who will acquire the site from Argent Ventures this fall.

Manresa Island Park is projected to open in 2030 through phased development. This one-of-a-kind park will serve as a hub for learning, exploration and community engagement — offering year-round experiential programming including water activities, education, children`s play areas and a university research component. By repurposing the existing power plant infrastructure, Manresa Island Corp.’s readapted 250,000 square foot vision for the space will offer an indoor experience like no other recreational hub. Spanning the size of about 117 football fields, the new publicly accessible park will have a network of outdoor areas to engage with the water and local habitat like never before.

Manresa Island Corporation, in partnership with lead designer SCAPE, will host community meetings in early 2025. To learn more about the Manresa Island Corp. please visit their website at https://lnkd.in/eay672wz

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The Mansion’s Costume Ball, hosted by the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum, on Saturday, October 19, starting at 7:00 p.m., at the Shore and Country Club, 220 Gregory Blvd. The Museum will put its unique spin on a practice that Victorians were obsessed with, to raise funds for its educational and cultural programs. In collaboration with The Dance Pointe, the Costume Ball will feature a dance performance highlighting top students in the international youth dance company. For more information and tickets, visit https://bit.ly/3Zfupjb. @lockwoodmathewsmansionmuseum @cityofnorwalk @norwalk_ct
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Historic Rowayton Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, October 19 from 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. Do you make the best chili in town? Think you can beat the last champions? This popular event is the largest fundraiser for Historic Rowayton. Each year the crowd gets bigger and bigger, attracted by the delicious chili and cold beer, along with live bluegrass music, all on the beautiful banks of the Five Mile River at 177 Rowayton Ave. Parking is available at the Old School Field on Witch Lane or behind the shops. To register and learn more, visit https://www.historicrowayton.org/rhs-events/. @historicrowayton @cityofnorwalk @norwalk_ct
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Don’t miss out on exclusive discounts at your favorite SoNo spots like @oishisono , @blindrhinobar , @jeanscloset1 , @ecoevolutionco , @elsegundosono , and more! The 10% discount card and all other amazing offers are ONLY available with the purchase of a Halloween Nightfair Trick or Treat Adventure Bag. Plus, all proceeds go to support the Arts & Culture Commission of Norwalk, helping to fund free community events, local art, and cultural education!

Pick up your Adventure Bag at the @shopthesonocollection Halloween Nightfair Pre-Party from 11 AM-2 PM OR at the Halloween Nightfair from 2 PM-10 PM. Don’t miss out! #HalloweenNightfair #ShopLocal

We are excited to share that Norwalk made the ‘Best Towns in Connecticut List” according to Condé Nast Traveler Magazine! They feature six Connecticut towns and highlighted Norwalk’s diverse neighborhoods, popular local restaurants, the Maritime Aquarium, and our beautiful Norwalk Harbor!
Also, earlier this year, Norwalk once again was ranked best places to live in the U.S. by livability.com. Norwalk is proud to continue to be recognized for its thriving arts and cultural programs, including our incredible libraries, museums, theaters, magnificent restaurants and bars, world-class schools, vibrant and thriving downtown areas, beautiful parks and coastal beaches, world-class transit system, walkability and biking, diversity, and high quality of life!
You can learn more about why Norwalk made the best towns in CT list by visiting https://bit.ly/4gWrXEK. #ILoveNorwalk #BestTownsInCTList #CondéNastTravelerMagazine

Wellbeing in Fairfield County. Fairfield County’s Community Foundation, in partnership with United Church of Rowayton, invites the community to an evening of learning and discussion on wellbeing in Fairfield County using data and stories to explore our region`s greatest strengths, challenges, and opportunities. Join us for an interactive presentation at the United Church of Rowayton (210 Rowayton Ave.) on Thursday, October 3 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Together, we can create a Fairfield County where every individual has an equitable opportunity to thrive. Free to attend. Light refreshments provided. Advance registration required at https://bit.ly/4eG6ii0. @fccfoundation_ct @unitedchurchofrowayton @cityofnorwalk @norwalk_ct #visitnorwalk #norwalk #norwalkct #fairfieldcountycommunityfoundation #unitedchurchofrowayton #community #equity #wellbeing #thrive #freeevent

Concerts at District Music Hall (formerly Wall Street Theater), 71 Wall St., with easy parking in the Yankee Doodle Garage. Tickets at https://districtmusichall.com/. @districtmusichall @cityofnorwalk @norwalk_ct

Billy Bragg on Tuesday, October 15 at 7:30 p.m. Billy Bragg is celebrating a remarkable 40 years as Britain’s favourite folk singer, songwriter and campaigner. Tickets at https://bit.ly/4fTHDI7. braggofficial

Josh Ritter on Friday October 18 at 7:00 p.m. Josh Ritter is a folk-rock singer-songwriter and novelist with an expressive voice, a keen wit and an evocative way with words. He has been described as “harking back to Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen and maybe a little Mark Knopfler” (The New York Times) and named one of the “100 Greatest Living Songwriters” by Paste magazine. Tickets at https://bit.ly/3Xk39xf. @joshrittermusic
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Northeast Walk-Run-N-Roll on Sunday, October 13, from 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., organized by the Siegel Rare Neuroimmune Association, at Calf Pasture Beach (Calf Pasture Beach Rd.) This event benefits individuals and families affected by rare neuroimmune disorders. Funds raised from events such as this allow the SRNA to support groundbreaking research and continue to offer educational and support programs. Register, donate, or start a team fundraiser at srna.ngo/2024-ne. @wearesrna @cityofnorwalk @norwalk_ct
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