Youth Open Mic Night

Whittingham Discovery Center 1050 Washington Boulevard, Stamford, CT, United States

CALLING ALL Teens and Kids Are you ready to showcase your talent? Whether you're into music, poetry, comedy, or spoken word, we want YOU to take the stage! Two Age Groups Kids ( 7 - 12 ) Teens ( 13 - 17) Examples of Talents: Original songs, covers, and music performances Poetry, spoken word, and […]

Downtown Trout

Trout Unlimited is hosting Downtown Trout at Mill River Park again this year! Kids get to help stock the river with trout when the DEEP stocking truck arrives at 10 a.m. Come learn how to cast a fly rod, tie a fly, touch a bug and learn what trout eat, join a youth scavenger hunt, […]

Art in the Park – Mother’s Day Cards/Card with Photo

Whittingham Discovery Center 1050 Washington Boulevard, Stamford, CT, United States

Join us for Art in the Park on May 10! Presented by @Stamfordartassn,  unleash your creativity at the Whittingham Discovery Center from 10 AM to 12 PM. Participate in complimentary workshops led by experienced art instructors and create your very own Mother's Day Cards. 

Cooling Picnic Pizza Class

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a unique, hands-on pizza-making luxuy picnic in a beautifully styled setup by Cool Picnics! Gather with loved ones, roll up your sleeves, and create your own Neapolitan-style pizza from scratch in a fun and relaxed outdoor setting. Tickets are sold out for this event!

Boys & Girls Club of Stamford’s 5K

Whether you choose to run, walk, or participate virtually, join your colleagues and neighbors in supporting the Boys & Girls Club of Stamford's annual Corporate 5K! The flat 5K course runs through Mill River Park and Downtown Stamford, culminating in a post-race celebration outside of Mill River Park’s Whittingham Discovery Center. Your support and participation […]

Stamford Early Childhood Fair

Nissen Carousel 30 West Broad Street, Stamford, CT, United States

Come Learn about the many preschool and family home childcare programs in Stamford and explore numerous health, education, and social service resources available. Activities include: Arts & Crafts Facepainting Story Time Games/Bubbles

Adopt and Stroll Pet Event

Looking for a furry addition to your family? Come to the Adopt and Stroll Pet Adoption event at the Richmond Hill Riverwalk! Lucky Dog Refuge will have their available dogs for adoption here to meet your new best pal. The first 100 attendees will also be able to get a free Kona Ice slushie, courtesy […]

Art in the Park – Mini Carousels/3D Sculpture

Whittingham Discovery Center 1050 Washington Boulevard, Stamford, CT, United States

Join us for Art in the Park on May 24! Presented by @Stamfordartassn,  unleash your creativity at the Whittingham Discovery Center from 10 AM to 12 PM. Participate in complimentary workshops led by experienced art instructors and create your very own Mini Carousel. 

Sunday Funday – Beautiful Oops by Barney Saltzberg

Whittingham Discovery Center 1050 Washington Boulevard, Stamford, CT, United States

Come with your family this Summer for Sunday Funday! The kiddos will read books promptly at 10 AM every Sunday at the Whittingham Discovery Center. Thanks to the support of a generous donor, there will be free snacks, and the first 25 participants will receive a copy of the book from that day!

Stamford Day

Join us for Stamford Day on June 1st 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM a free, fun, family-friendly event celebrating the rich history and cultural diversity of Stamford through presentations, activities, art, music, and dance. This outdoor event will feature family-friendly activities, including a history hunt in the park, a passport activity for children, raffles, art […]

SEED event – Meet the Artist: Rafael Blanco

The SEED 63 Richmond Hill Ave, Stamford, United States

Stamford Arts & Culture Commission and RiseUP for Arts invites you to an exciting community event at The Seed in Mill River Park! Meet world-renowned mural artist Rafael Blanco, who is bringing a stunning new mural to life at the Stamford Train Station parking garage. REGISTER TODAY Event Highlights: Meet Rafael Blanco: Chat directly with […]

Swing in the Park

Nissen Carousel 30 West Broad Street, Stamford, CT, United States

Don your glad rags and join us for a swell time at Swing in the Park! This jiving Jazz party with live music by the Fairfield Counts will have you busting out into the Charleston before you can say Jack Robinson! This FREE shindig will be held on the Carousel Lawn, and drinks and snacks […]

Hope in Motion 2025

Every step you take in the Hope in Motion Walk brings hope, strength, and support to those in need. Whether you walk to honor a loved one, support a friend, or make a difference in your community, your participation helps fund critical programs, services all at no cost to patients. This event is more than […]

Sunday Funday – The Boy Who Invented the Popsicle by Anne Renaud

Nissen Carousel 30 West Broad Street, Stamford, CT, United States

Come with your family this Summer for Sunday Funday! The kiddos will read books promptly at 10 AM every Sunday at the Carousel Pavilion. Thanks to the support of a generous donor, there will be free snacks, and the first 25 participants will receive a copy of the book from that day!

Stretching and Injury Prevention Workshop

Whittingham Discovery Center 1050 Washington Boulevard, Stamford, CT, United States

Preparing the soft tissue, including muscles, tendons, and fascia, for fitness or sport is important to prevent injury. We will show you some basic techniques for stretching and foam rolling, as well as answer any specific questions you may have regarding injury prevention. REGISTRATION WILL OPEN ON MAY 20TH. Workshop Facilitator Bios Andrew C. Shannon, […]