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Sunday Funday – “How to Catch a Leprechaun”

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

Join us for our Spring Sunday Funday on March 17 at 10 AM as we read the book “How to Catch a Leprechaun," by Adam Wallace.  Start a St. Patrick’s Day tradition with this fun and lively children’s picture book and get inspired to build leprechaun traps of your own at home or in the […]

Sunday Funday – “The Great Eggscape”

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

Join us for our Spring Sunday Funday on March 24  at 10 AM as we read the book "The Great Eggscape" by Jory John. Find out in this hilarious egg hunt adventure that reminds us to break out of our shells and help our friends in need! The first 25 participants will get a copy […]

Easter Bunny Trail

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

Join us on March 24 from 10 AM – 12 PM for our Easter Bunny Trail event on the Park's West Side! This free event includes a bunny trail with 12 egg stations and a photo-op with spring-time inflatables. The Carousel will also be open with carousel rides and easter-themed treats and snacks available for […]

Organic Lawn Care for Homeowners With Peter Newcombe

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

Tuesday, March 26: Organic Lawn Care for Homeowners  Peter Newcombe Manager, PJC Organic   You can have a lush green lawn without using chemicals harmful to children, pets, and wildlife. Peter Newcombe of PJC Organic will cover the basics of how to grow "healthy turf" using an all-natural organic lawn care approach. Our focus will […]

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Drop-In Craft: Recycled Papermaking

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

Get crafty with us every Saturday in February and March from 11 AM – 1 PM! Join our $3 cash-only drop-in craft corner, where we’re turning old paper scraps into something beautiful through eco-conscious paper-making. Let’s make weekends creative and sustainable!

CLOSED: Whittingham Discovery Center

30 West Broad Street, Stamford, CT, United States

Whittingham Discovery Center is closed to the public for the Easter holiday.

Art in the Park – Cherry Blossom Collage

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

Join us on for a blooming day of creativity at Art in the Park, presented by the Stamford Art Association. Immerse yourself in artistry at the Whittingham Discovery Center from 10 AM – 12 PM with complimentary workshops guided by experienced art instructors. Your little artists will delight in crafting cherry blossom collages to welcome […]

Sunday Funday – “The Very Impatient Caterpillar”

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

Join us for our Spring Sunday Funday on April 7   at 10 AM as we read the book “The Very Impatient Caterpillar” by Ross Burach. This tongue-in-cheek exploration of metamorphosis will make you flutter with glee, while also providing real facts about how caterpillars transform into butterflies. The first 25 participants will get a copy […]

Sunday Funday – “A Day with No Words”

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

Join us for our Spring Sunday Funday on April 14  at 10 AM as we read the book “A Day with No Words” by Tiffany Hammond. This is a colorful and engaging picture book for young readers that shares what life can look like for families who use nonverbal communication, utilizing tools to embrace their […]

Public Volunteer Day

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

Join us for a family-friendly volunteer day, composting and seeding the lawns so they can look their best for the upcoming spring and summer season! NOTE: Minors must be accompanied by an adult. This activity is not recommended for children under the age of five.

Earth Day Volunteer Day

30 West Broad Street, Stamford, CT, United States

Join us for a springtime family-friendly volunteer day, helping our popular cherry trees on both sides of the Park look their best by applying fertilizer with the direction of our experienced staff! NOTE: Minors must be accompanied by an adult. This activity is not recommended for children under the age of five. REGISTER NOW

Sunday Funday – “The Earth Book”

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

Join us for our Spring Sunday Funday on April 21  at 10 AM as we read the book “The Earth Book"  by Todd Parr. This book includes lots of easy, smart ideas on how we can all work together to make the Earth feel happy -  from planting a tree and using both sides of […]

The Payoffs of a Pesticide-Free Yard With Louise Washer

30 West Broad Street, Stamford, CT, United States

Wednesday, April 24: The Payoffs of a Pesticide-Free Yard  Louise Washer President, Norwalk River Watershed Association Co-Founder, Pollinator Pathway Join us for an eye-opening discussion about pesticides commonly used on lawns and gardens and their negative impacts on human health, our environment, and biodiversity. Our speaker, Louise Washer, a co-founder of Pollinator Pathway will discuss […]

Open Mic Night

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

sAttention all talented teens in Stamford – seize this opportunity to shine! Step up to the mic at our FREE open mic night on April 25 from 6 – 8 PM at the Whittingham Discovery Center. Whether you sing, play an instrument, or recite poetry, showcase your skills and be part of a memorable evening! […]