Please join us on June 5th from 12:30 pm – 7:30 pm for the 4th Annual Match Point for Mikey event! – It is a Men’s & Women’s Round Robin Doubles Tennis Tournament. All proceeds will go towards The Mikey Czech Foundation whose mission is to raise funds for pediatric brain tumor research! To sign-up please visit the MCF website at www.mikeyczech.org! Sponsored by: Czech Asset Management, L.P.; William Raveis Real Estate; Lake Club; New Canaan Field Club; USTA.
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on May 11, 2015in Our Town

Food Revolution – Saturday, May 16th
on May 10, 2015in Our Town

The Jamie Oliver Food Revolution returns to New Canaan, CT on Saturday, May 16th between 10:00am – 12:00pm, once again getting kids and parents excited about FOOD. The which involves walking on a food trail around New Canaan, will attract kids and parents from all over sampling new and different foods. It will be informative and a lot of fun. Every child will walk away with a ‘Bravery Certificate’ and ‘Wooden Spoon’ The event will once again include live music and giveaways. Sponsored by HamletHub, put Saturday, May 16th from 10:00am – 12:00pm in your diary! There will be food, music and entertainment.”
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Read More →Caffeine & Carburetors – Powered by Bankwell
on May 7, 2015in Our Town

Caffeine & Carburetors, a free gathering of automotive enthusiasts will be held this Sunday May 10th, at Waveny Park in New Canaan from 8:00 am – 11:00 am. Please follow the direction of parking attendants as you arrive in the park. We ask that you be very conscious of our neighbors, watch your speed, no burnouts, no excessive noise. Thank you for your cooperation and we look forward to seeing you there!!
Read More →CARES Annual Kitchen and Home Tour
on May 1, 2015in Our Town

Join more than 650 tour-goers Thursday May 14th visiting stunning, distinct, and exclusive New Canaan homes showcasing the latest in kitchen and home design trends by nationally published designers. The Tour will include seven properties that vary greatly in style, size, and setting, but all share an uncompromising commitment to quality and innovative kitchen design. The Kitchen and Home Tour is CARES’ major fundraising event with nearly 85% of its proceeds directly supporting youth and faculty classroom instruction, after-school workshops and health promotion training.
Click Here To Purchase your 2015 Tour Tickets
Read More →New Canaan Farmers Market Opens for the 2015 Season!
on April 23, 2015in Our Town

Locavores rejoice! Bring your reusable tote bags and join local farms and food producers when the New Canaan Farmers Market returns this weekend! Expect to see your favorite farmers and some new faces as well. The farmers market has become a weekly social gathering for friends and families in New Canaan and surrounding communities, as well as visitors from afar. Join us each Saturday for the finest, freshest farm products in Fairfield County, offering locally grown food, live plants, delicious baked goods, and ready-to-eat food for your lunch.
Read More →New Canaan Beautification League TABLESCAPES 2015: “TRES CHIC”
on April 20, 2015in Our Town

The Spring 2015 Tablescapes and fashion preview tour de force of inspiration for the new season… all in the beautiful setting of Waveny Mansion in New Canaan. Luncheon, Show & Silent Auction Wednesday, April 29th 10:30 AM-2PM Tickets $65. Tea, Show & Petite Boutique, Thursday April 30th 10:00 am – 1:30pm. Tickets $25. Send check payable to: New Canaan Beautification League Mail along with your email address for confirmation and updates Mail to: NCBL Tablescapes, P. O. Box 4, New Canaan, CT 06840 For further info: http://www.newcanaanbeautification.org/or call: 203.966.7575. All proceeds will benefit the New Canaan Beautification League. The New Canaan Beautification League is a community service and educational organization in New Canaan, CT. Founded in 1939 for the purpose of the beautification of the community and to provide members with an opportunity to increase their knowledge of gardening and horticulture, the Beautification League has continued to dedicate itself to enhancing the beauty of our town.
Read More →Straight Talk about College Binge Drinking
on March 30, 2015in Our Town

Haze Documentary Screening and Forum will be held on Wednesday April 22 at 6:30 pm in the Lamb Room at the New Canaan Library. This Movie screening for parents and their teens (grades 11-12) about College Binge Drinking and the devastating consequences that can result. This film tells the tragic story of a Greenwich resident who after entering his first year of college, got caught up in risky behaviors that ultimately ended his life. After the 36 minute documentary, a panel of experts will reflect on the story and entertain questions from the audience. This is a great way to get the conversation started between parents and their teens about the dangers of binge drinking whether it be in college or anywhere else. The Event is sponsored by Silver Hill Hospital and admission is free.
This event will provide vital information for parents and teens as they prepare for the college experience.
Read More →New Canaan Sewing Group Spring Boutique
on March 30, 2015in Our Town

Now that we have left the snow and cold weather behind, it is time to celebrate the coming of Spring with the New Canaan Sewing Group’s its annual Spring Boutique.
Save the date and join us for this popular event that benefits over twenty local non-profit organizations. You will find fashion and decorative handcrafts — ” Spring Celebrations ” — that will make your Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Memorial Day and graduation parties and gatherings very special.
Read More →Easter Egg Hunt – To Be Held in NCHS Gym
on March 25, 2015in Our Town

Come join a New Canaan tradition at the 2015 Easter Egg Hunt! Held on March 28 @ 9:30 am – 11:00 am Note Updated Location – NCHS Gym
This magical experience takes place on the historic property and sprawling grounds of Waveny Park and includes 10,000 Easter Eggs, Mr. & Mrs. Bunny, the Dixie Land Band, bounce houses, bunny ears, face painting and lots and lots of cupcakes.
All proceeds benefit the Young Women’s League Giving Fund.
Read More →Library Kicks Off 2nd Annual One Book New Canaan with “Spirited” Speakeasy Event – New Date!
on March 3, 2015in Our Town

Put your glad rags on, knock twice on the secret door and whisper the password! New Canaan Library invites you to get in on the fun as it kicks off One Book New Canaan, the community’s month-long exploration of Bill Bryson’s One Summer; America, 1927, by transforming the Lamb Room into a genuine Prohibition-era speakeasy on Thursday, March 5 from 6:00 – 8:30 PM (Postponed due to weather! New Date: March 25th). Tickets are $15, can be purchased online at newcanaanlibrary.org and will reveal the secret password that lets you start “putting on the Ritz.”
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