Join us promptly at 10 AM for a reading of "A Stick is an Excellent Thing" by poet Marilyn Singer! In her book, she celebrates universal types of play, from organized games such as hide-and-seek and hopscotch to imaginative play such as making mud soup or turning a stick into a magic wand. Lyrical poems […]
Head out for an evening with friends and family at the Mill River Park beergarden outside the Whittingham Discovery Center. Kick back on the patio or relax up on the beautiful rooftop garden and sip a drink while enjoying the lush landscapes of the Park. The beergarden will be open from 5:30 – 9:30 PM […]
This matinee movie will take place in the afternoon at 1 PM in the Exhibits space of the Whittingham Discovery Center! The story of Buzz Lightyear and his adventures to infinity and beyond. Rating: PG
Mill River Park is excited to offer a brand new mindfulness series led by Stamford Mindfulness Project! In this class, you will get an intro to mindfulness. This entire series will help you learn to be resilient, stay calm, happy, and make decisions with clarity amid all life’s challenges. It will also help you learn […]
This movie night will take place in the Exhibits space of the Whittingham Discovery Center! Lily sends a message to her parents that she‘s going to get married to a local she met while vacationing in Bali. The distraught and long-divorced parents fly to Indonesia to hopefully derail their daughter’s impulsive plan. However, they should […]
Join us promptly at 10 AM for a reading of "A Park Connects Us" by Sarah Nelson! In her book, she invites readers to discover how shared green spaces bring us together. Vibrant mixed-media illustrations show a diverse group of visitors as they explore this communal space. Encouraged by the sense of unity the park […]
Join us in the Park on September 22 and 29 from 6 - 9 PM to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the Mayor's Multicultural Council's Salsa Nights! All families are welcome to join this FREE night of learning traditional Hispanic dances. Free parking will be available near the UCONN parking lot (1194 Washington Blvd). Let's […]
Join us promptly at 10 AM for a reading of "Creepy Pair of Underwear" by Aaron Reynolds! In his book, Jasper Rabbit is not afraid of the dark, and he’s definitely not afraid of something as silly as underwear. But when the lights go out, suddenly his new big rabbit underwear glows in the dark. […]
Come join us when school’s out for tons of adventure and fun! Registration is NOW OPEN
Mill River Park is excited to offer a brand new mindfulness series led by Stamford Mindfulness Project! In this class, you will learn about how to let go of anxiety, fear, and stress with Shirali Agrawal, Ph.D. This entire series will help you learn to be resilient, stay calm, happy, and make decisions with clarity […]
UPDATE: Due to inclement weather, the Mayor's Multicultural Council's Salsa Night on September 29 will be held in the Government Center on the First Floor from 6 - 9 PM. Come celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with this FREE family-friendly night of learning traditional Hispanic dances. Free parking will be available at the Government Center. Lessons […]
Join us on the Carousel Lawn for an exciting performance by OompaPossum Puppets! This informative, nature-based show is for children ages 8 and under. Children will learn all about the fascinating animals that roam our forests, fly in our skies and swim in our sea.
On-site registration begins at 8 a.m. Race kicks off at 9 a.m. | SPEFy's Fun Run begins at 9:15 a.m Students 18 & under are FREE Gather your friends, family, co-workers, and neighbors. Walk or run to show you care. Together we can educate and empower our next generation. For those under 12, this year […]
Join us promptly at 10 AM for a reading of "Skeletons Are Not Spooky" by Duds and Kaine! For everything that skeletons do for us, why do they have such a bad reputation for being spooky? Maybe they are just like us and want to have a little bit of fun. The creative children’s book […]
Join us in the Park for the return of the Oktoberfest celebration, "Oktoberfest in the Park". On Saturday, September 30 and Sunday October 1, from 2 PM to 9 PM, this 21+ event will immerse you in the rich traditions of Bavaria. Revel in the festive atmosphere with live music, including toe-tapping Polka and other […]
