Birding Watching Cruises. One of the Norwalk Seaport Association’s most popular excursions because it brings adults and children up close to birds in their maritime natural habitat. Adding to the fun is the fact that Long Island Sound is a birding hot spot in Connecticut, a state that is rich in birdlife with more than 430 different species. The Seaport`s vessel, the C.J. Toth, a 49-passenger vessel will head out at 8:00 a.m. and return to the dock at 10:30 a.m. on Sundays, May 28, June 4, June 11, and June 18. Passengers on this eco-styled, guided bird cruise are being led by birding enthusiast, James Leone. A special highlight of this cruise is the chance to spot birds at the Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge on Sheffield Island. Passengers are asked to arrive 30 minutes prior to the 8:00 a.m. departure. The vessel leaves from the Seaport Dock located on 4 North Water St., adjacent to the Stroffolino Bridge at the corner of Washington and Water Streets in South Norwalk. Parking is available at the adjacent lot or at the Maritime Center Parking Garage. Tickets are available online in advance at www.seaport.org. Photography: Michael Brinkley @norwalkseaport
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Freedom Rockets Memorial Day Weekend Showcase at Factory Underground Studio (16 Issacs St.) on Saturday, May 27 at 7:00 p.m. Also featuring Waiting On Mom and Small Pool. This is an all-ages show and will be filmed. Freedom Rockets is an American rock ‘n’ roll band that finds its roots in the sound of 1980s post-punk/alternative guitar bands like The Replacements, The Neighborhoods and Suicide Commandos, combined with the pop sensibilities and harmonies of 1970s bands like Big Star and Fotomaker. Tickets at https://bit.ly/3MCIArX. @factoryundergroundstudio @freedomrockets
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Art-Making Workshop at The Norwalk Art Space (455 West Ave.), on Saturday, May 27, from 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. Join Educational Director Darcy Hicks and outgoing Resident Artists Greg Aime, Lily Morgan, and Tiara Trent in this final learning experience with the 2022-23 Artist Crew. Make new friends, talk about this past year’s events, and experiment with different art-making processes to take with you. Perfect for all ages and abilities. Learn more at www.thenorwalkartspace.org. @thenorwalkartspace
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Open Auditions for “Whistleville.” Crystal Theatre, Norwalk’s premier children’s theatre and only community theatre, is holding open auditions on May 23 and 24 for a summer community theatre production of “Whistleville” open to all adults and children in the area, free of charge. Find audition info, character descriptions, and a sign-up link at www.crystaltheatre.org. Summer camps are also open for registration, with six weeks of summer camps available to students aged 4 through high school, all culminating in a full musical performance at Crystal Theatre’s 232-seat theatre at 66 Bayview Ave. @crystaltheatre_ct
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“Community Sponsored Awards” Exhibition. A new show at the Rowayton Arts Center (RAC) on view from May 21 through June 10. This exhibition features artwork by RAC Exhibiting Members representing their best work of the year, with cash awards thanks to individuals and merchants in the area. The opening reception on Sunday, May 21 from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. is free and open to the public. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Friday from 12:00 – 5:00 p.m., plus Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. RAC celebrates the study, creation and appreciation of the arts through classes, exhibitions and events open to all in the community. For over 60 years, this nonprofit organization has been a cultural gem in Rowayton, CT. The gallery and art school overlook the scenic Five Mile River at 145 Rowayton Avenue with space for regional artists to exhibit their art and a classroom for workshops and classes at all levels offered to children and adults. Learn more at www.rowaytonarts.org. @rowaytonarts
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Norwalk Veterans Memorial Ceremony. Sunday, May 21, from 12:30 – 2:00 p.m. Each year the Norwalk Ceremonies and Honors Committee holds a Veterans Memorial Ceremony in honor of all Norwalk residents who died during war and those who died at sea. This year`s ceremony will take place at Veterans Park due to the construction project at the Calf Pasture Beach parking lot. 42 Seaview Ave. www.norwalkvets.org @norwalkvets
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Free Books! First Book Event. Norwalk Public Schools, in collaboration with the coalition of NPS unions, are proud to once again celebrate the Reading Opens the World event, an American Federation of Teachers initiative in partnership with First Book. This year, we’re giving away more than 50,000 books for FREE! Come out to Norwalk High School (23 Calvin Murphy Dr.) on Saturday, May 20 from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. to collect your books and enjoy a ton of fun activities like storytellers, bounce houses, hockey lessons with the New York Rangers, and much more. Learn more at https://bit.ly/41jM7iQ. Sign up to volunteer at https://bit.ly/3BxJ78h. We need help on the day of the event, as well as in the days leading up to the event to help unload and sort all of the books. We hope to see you all there! @norwalkps
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RCA Comedy Night on Friday, May 19 and Saturday, May 20 at the Rowayton Community Center, 33 Highland Ave., starting at 6:30 p.m. See some of New York and Boston’s most hilarious comedians. Bring your own picnic and drinks and join the fun while supporting the Rowayton Civic Association for their biggest fundraiser of the year! Please note: must be 21 years of age to purchase tickets and attend the event. Tickets at https://bit.ly/3I3b3nV. @rowaytoncivicassociation
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Ana Popovic at Wall Street Theater, Thursday, May 18, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. 71 Wall St. (with easy parking in the Yankee Doodle Garage). Blues-rocker Ana Popovic is celebrating 20 years as a touring musician. The award-winning guitar player, singer and songwriter released ‘Live for LIVE’, an exciting hour and a half CD & DVD demonstrating why she’s proudly looking back at a career of thousands of shows worldwide. This high-energy concert showcases not only Ana’s mesmerizing guitar skills but also her fabulous band, successfully merging musical styles. Ana’s passion on stage is so evident that the title sums it up, this IS what she lives for. Tickets at https://bit.ly/3ELUYl1. @anapopovicmusic
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Arts Bash benefiting the arts for all! Thursday, May 18, from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m., at The Norwalk Art Space, 455 West Ave. An unforgettable evening full of art, music, laughter, and fun! The event will feature some of the best local talent, with live performances by Rick Reyes and students of the Petty-Drayton Music Program facilitated by INTEMPO. Mingle with friends, old and new, while enjoying delicious cocktails and appetizers from Marcia Selden Catering, renowned chef Bill Taibe, and the Art Space Cafe. Guests are encouraged to dress in colorful, creative cocktail attire. Valet service will be provided. All proceeds will support The Norwalk Art Space`s mission to provide free art classes to under-served students, and free studios and exhibition space to under-represented artists. Tickets and information at https://bit.ly/41TpBP6. @thenorwalkartspace
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Kids to Parks Day on Saturday, May 20, from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. In partnership with the National Park Trust, the City of Norwalk will host its first Kids to Park Day, which is a national day of outdoor play celebrated annually on the third Saturday of May in municipalities nationwide. The day connects kids and families with local, state, and national parks and public lands through thousands of park events promoting discovery and exploration in the great outdoors. This free, family-friendly event will take place at Calf Pasture Beach and include a variety of activities for children and families, such as fun fitness, an obstacle course with Grit Ninja on the Go, music, lawn games, and a scavenger hunt for all ages. There will also be fishing lessons taught by the Play & Learn Beach Camp Director, Mark Jackson, in which kids must bring fishing rods to participate. The event will take place on the lawn next to Ripka’s Cafe. Please note that parking rules will be in effect, so participants must make sure that their license plate is in the City’s system before parking, or they will be required to pay the $65 parking fee to park at Calf Pasture Beach. To verify plates, residents can visit https://hub.norwalkct.gov/passes/. RSVP: To register, participants can visit https://bit.ly/3MPTw66. Please provide activity code 052023 in the “Activity Number Space” to register. Registration will close on May 15. For more information, please email recreation@norwalk.gov or call (203) 854-7806. A parent or guardian must accompany children attending the event as it is not a drop-off event. @norwalk_ct
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Norwalk Police Memorial. Wednesday, May 17 from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at the Norwalk Police Department, 1 Monroe St. Each year, the third week of May is designated as National Police Week. During this week of remembrance, we pause to honor the memory of our brother and sister officers who have lost their lives in the service of the communities they loved so very much. It is also a time to reflect upon the impact of such a loss on the officer’s family, comrades and the entire community. During this special week of remembrance, let us all take time to honor the memory of our brother and sister officers across the nation who have made the ultimate sacrifice but most especially, those from our own Norwalk family: Sgt. Frank Stratton, 1930; Off. Sherrald Gorton, 1962; Sgt. Nicholas Fera 1971; Off. Marco Carias, 1982. Read more at https://bit.ly/38olDXH. @norwalkctpd
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