Join a panel of experts for an enlightening conversation covering everything from infancy to toddlerhood and beyond. Dr Abby Siegel, M.D., FAAP is a Board Certified Pediatrician who does home sick visits for children in Westchester and CT through her private practice, Abby Siegel Health Consulting. Rachel Gertsman, M.S., E.D. is the owner of Tot Time, a private Preschool located in North Salem. Carla Perl, CPSC is a Certified Pediatric Sleep and Positive Encouragement Consultant. Through her company, Slumberland Solutions, she creates customized sleep and toddler behavior plans tailored to each family’s unique needs. Alexandra White, M.A., IBCLC is an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) working in private practice and overseeing the Doula Program at Bedford Hills Correctional Facility.

Join the DCA for a Not-So-Spooky Stroll in the Bird Sanctuary & Nature Trail at the Darien Community Association

Every Friday through Labor Day (excluding July 4) | 4 to 7 pm
Free with Museum admission; Add two alcoholic beverage tickets for $10 for Members or $12 for Non-Members ages 21+

Kick off your weekend with an art-filled escape at The Aldrich! Every Friday this summer, we’re keeping the Museum open late until 7 pm for a lively and relaxing happy hour experience. Enjoy tours featuring hand-selected works from our current exhibitions led by Aldrich Educators and unleash your creativity with fun, hands-on activities and games in The Studio. Or simply unwind in our newly renovated Sculpture Garden, where you can mingle with friends and enjoy the outdoors. Sip on $6 wine and seasonal beers from Nod Hill Brewery while you take in the art and atmosphere.

Join us at The Playhouse for a spooky good time at our Halloween party! Giveaways, cocktails, prizes for best dressed!

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KCS is making history this Fall with Miss Julie and Venus in Fur in REPERTORY TWO PLAYS. ONE CAST. ONE STAGE. A bold pairing of August Strindberg’s searing classic, Miss Julie, and David Ives’ seductive dark comedy, Venus in Fur — two riveting explorations of power, desire, and control, sharing the stage for the first time.

Join us for an evening of eerie fun, wicked cocktails, and ghostly beats by Ask Your Mom. Hosted by Gianna & Chazz Palminteri, this Halloween celebration promises thrills, chills, and unforgettable vibes. Come in costume, bring your friends, and enjoy lite bites, beer, wine & punch as you experience the Playhouse like never before—if you dare…

The Ridgefield Theater Barn will present What the Constitution Means to Me starting January 31, 2025. The play, by Heidi Schreck, is directed by Nancy Limbacher Meyer and stars Ann Alford, Timothy Huber, and Zoe Guaman. Performances will take place Friday and Saturday evenings from January 31 through February 15, 2025 at 8pm, with Sunday matinees February 2 & 9, 2025 at 2pm.

What the Constitution Means to Me is a memoir play by actor-playwright Heidi Schreck, who, as a teenager, earned money for college by giving speeches and engaging in debates about the U.S. Constitution in American Legion halls across the country. Over the course of the play, Schreck addresses themes such as women’s rights, immigration, domestic abuse, and the history of the United States. Schreck varies the time period in which the play takes place, performing some scenes as her modern self and others as her fifteen-year-old self participating in Constitutional debate contests.

An Evening of One Acts is an annual production at the Barn of original, unpublished works selected by the One Acts Committee from over 250 submitted plays. The 2025 production, which goes up in late February, will feature 9 plays presented without intermission. Each play has its own director and will rehearse in a stand-alone environment until tech week when the production is brought together. An Evening of One Acts was originally developed in 2010 and has evolved into one of our most popular events, both with audiences and with cast and crew.

Join artist Nickola Pottinger for a lively, hands-on workshop that offers participants both a hands-on introduction to paper pulp sculpting and a deeper engagement with narrative-making using personal and/or familial materials. Drawing from the techniques and approaches she uses in her own practice, and highlighted in her current exhibition fos born at The Aldrich, Nickola will guide participants in crafting their own one-of-a-kind three-dimensional paper pulp objects and sculptures. Whether you come with family, friends, or on your own, you will create a work that’s uniquely yours.

The workshop will begin with an introduction to Nickola’s practice, in which she merges traditional papermaking with found objects, weaving personal and cultural narratives into layered, tactile forms. Her work often transforms everyday and salvaged materials into objects rich with memory and meaning—inviting us to reconsider what we keep, discard, and reimagine.

Participants will then have the opportunity to create their own original paper pulp sculpture (approximately 10 x 10 x 10 inches or smaller) using all materials provided. To make the work personal, attendees are encouraged to bring a small item from home to serve as a structural support or adornment for their piece. This could be anything from a figurine, photo frame, drawing, or piece of cardboard, to an organic material, document, or other found object—provided it fits within the finished sculpture’s scale.

Because the paper works require drying time, participants will return to the Museum later in the week to pick up their completed sculpture.

Additional Details:

All materials and aprons will be provided; please dress for a wet and hands-on art-making process.

Participants are invited to join an optional guided tour of fos born led by a Museum Educator from 1:30 to 2 pm before the workshop begins.

Open to all ages; families with children are invited to register.

https://thealdrich.org/events/artist-led-workshop-with-nickola-pottinger

Join us at Grace Farms for The Way of an Athlete with three-time Olympic Gold Medalist and five-time Olympian Kerri Walsh Jennings.

This powerful three-part experience is designed for student athletes in every sport, ages 12+ who want to take their game, resilience, and mindset to the next level.

You will experience:

• An inspiring keynote from Kerri Walsh Jennings, sharing how sports shaped her mindset, character, and success—both on and off the court

• A Champion’s Mindset Workshop focused on leadership, resilience, and peak performance

• An interactive session on harnessing mindfulness, self-expression, and inner strength to fuel personal growth

Bring your teammates, coaches, and family. Whether you compete in soccer, basketball, lacrosse, volleyball, swimming, football—or any sport—you’ll leave inspired with tools to think, train, and lead like a champion.

Athletes ages 12+ are welcome; minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Young artists from Caramoor’s Evnin Rising Stars mentoring program perform in a pair of afternoon concerts for which the program’s Artistic Director, cellist Marcy Rosen, is joined by distinguished artists Ani Kavafian, violin, and Becca Albers, viola. These concerts are the capstone of a weeklong residency at Caramoor in which these young musicians participate in workshops, reading sessions, and ensemble rehearsals, culminating in live performances with their mentors. Since 1992, this program has identified some of the finest musicians of the next generation and helped them cross the threshold from their student years into the early stages of a professional career. 

Tickets are free for Ages 18 and Under.

Join us at Grace Farms for The Way of an Athlete, featuring three-time Olympic Gold Medalist and five-time Olympian Kerri Walsh Jennings. This powerful, three-part experience will immerse participants in the world of elite athletics, mindset mastery, and personal growth. 

Designed for athletes, coaches, and leaders of all ages, the program will elevate the conversation around the transformative power of sports to shape character, build resilience, and unlock the potential of a champion’s mindset. The experience includes:

- An inspiring keynote from Kerri Walsh Jennings, sharing how sports shaped her mindset, character, and success—both on and off the court
- A Champion’s Mindset Workshop focused on leadership, resilience, and peak performance
- An interactive session on harnessing mindfulness, self-expression, and inner strength to fuel personal growth

This workshop is designed for athletes ages 12+. Any minor must be accompanied by an adult

Link: https://gracefarms.org/event/the-way-of-an-athlete-a-special-workshop-with-kerri-walsh-jennings

Halloween in Pound Ridge. Please come by the Pound Ridge Park to enjoy food, cotton candy, popcorn, bouncy castle, trunk N treat, and a movie on the lawn at dusk. Movie is Monster House
https://www.townofpoundridge.com/recreation

Join the Center for Contemporary Printmaking for a fun evening of socializing and art!

For our 26th Annual Benefit Auction & Party, we are delighted to return to the Carriage Barn Arts Center in New Canaan’s Waveny Park. Come see all the incredible Monotypes created during Monothon Print Week and bid on more than 100 works from emerging artists and acclaimed printmakers.

The party is a fundraising ticketed event and will include a silent auction, live auction, heavy hors d’oeuvres, wine, and other beverages.

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Join STAR, Inc. for Lighting the Way, a joyful evening celebrating inclusion, independence, and community for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Enjoy dinner, dancing, and an exciting live auction. All to support STAR’s life-changing programs for more than 700 children, adults, and families across Fairfield County.

Celebrating its 40th anniversary.

From writer/director John Hughes (Sixteen Candles, Weird Science), The Breakfast Club is an iconic portrait of 1980s American high school life.

When Saturday detention started, they were simply the Jock, the Princess, the Brain, the Criminal and the Basket Case, but by that afternoon they had become closer than any of them could have imagined. Featuring an all-star '80s cast including Emilio Estevez, Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson, Molly Ringwald, and Ally Sheedy, this warmhearted coming-of-age comedy helped define an entire generation!

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Discover the Joy of Birding!

Join Naturalist Joshua Cohen for a fun and informative introduction to the world of birding, an activity that anyone of any age can enjoy!

Date: Tuesday, Nov 4 (election day)
Time: 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Cost: $10 per person
Ages: All ages

We'll begin indoors, where you'll learn how to use binoculars and discover easy ways to contribute to citizen science through birdwatching. Whether you're brand new to birding or just want a refresher, this session is perfect for you.

Then, we’ll head out onto the preserve for a relaxing walk as we practice identifying birds by sight and sound. Feel free to bring your own binoculars, but don’t worry if you don’t have any, we’ll have extras available for the program.
And if the weather cooperates, you’re in for a special treat: Steve Ricker, leader of the Westmoreland Bird Banding Program, will give us an up-close look at wild birds during a live banding demonstration!

Come connect with nature, learn something new, and enjoy the relaxation of birding in a beautiful setting. We hope to see you there!

https://westmorelandsanctuary.org/calendar/beginner-birding-blitz/

Tuesdays, November 4, 11, and 18 | 5:30 to 6:30pm
Individual Class: $49 Member; $55 | Full Three Class Series: $108 Member; $120 | Limited seats available

“Getting” Contemporary Art is an interactive class series designed to connect today’s exhibitions with the deeper currents of art history. Each session explores the art historical and cultural contexts of artists currently on view at The Aldrich, blending storytelling, close looking, and discussion to help participants uncover new ways of seeing contemporary art. No prior experience with art history is required, only curiosity and a willingness to dive in.

“Getting” Contemporary Art is led by Kristen Erickson, art history teacher and Director of the Luchsinger Gallery at Greenwich Academy.

Attend all three classes or a single class!

Classes

Tuesday, November 4 - Nickola Pottinger: Jamaica, Memory, and Folklore

This class delves into the history and folklore of Jamaica to better understand Nickola Pottinger’s shape-shifting sculptures. Through a gallery walk, participants will examine the mix of spiritual and personal symbols in her works, which include casts of her own body and family heirlooms. Group discussion will encourage participants to uncover the layers of meaning carried by these spectral figures, which merge ancestral traditions with contemporary stories.

Tuesday, November 11 - Zak Prekop: Music in Abstraction

Have you heard of Song Exploder, the podcast where musicians take apart their songs piece by piece? In this class, participants will “explode” the vibrant abstract paintings of Zak Prekop. The session will focus on how he creates a sense of movement and stillness through color relationships, while also considering art historical precedents such as the “action painting” of the 1950s. Participants will further explore Prekop’s musical influences and how rhythm and harmony appear in his painting practice.

Tuesday, November 18 - Uman: Textiles, Calligraphy, and Transformation

Uman’s kaleidoscopic paintings reflect the story of her extraordinary life. She grew up in Somalia and Kenya, spent her teen years in Denmark, and traveled to Vienna and Paris before moving to New York where her artistic vision blossomed. This class will introduce participants to the art histories that shaped her, including East African textiles, Arabic calligraphy, and the work of Gustav Klimt and Sam Gilliam. During a gallery walk, participants will consider how Uman captures her memories, dreams, and personal transformation in visionary paintings that celebrate survival and creativity.

Instructor Bio

Kristen Erickson has been teaching art history and curating exhibitions for the past three decades. She spent eight years working in the curatorial field at the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford, the Smith College Museum of Art, and the Museum of Modern Art before turning to teaching. Kristen currently teaches art history at Greenwich Academy, where she also runs the campus art gallery. She holds degrees in French and art history from Vassar College and Oxford University. A resident of Ridgefield, Kristen loves making contemporary art come alive for new audiences.

https://thealdrich.org/events/getting-art-history-101-foundations-2

Gimme More Guitar, produced by Glenn Schneider, explores a deep passion for the guitar through music and interviews with 17 artists. A sequel to 2013’s Gimme Guitar, it features musicians like Rui Tavora (EXE), David Hill (Blood Red Roses), Emily Duff, Debra Devi, and more. Glenn is a freelance video producer and guitarist with a background in fine arts photography, whose work includes concerts, corporate events, and the NY Yankees scoreboard.

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Chronicles of Women Who Innovate. Celebrate, Learn, and Be Inspired!
Showcasing Inspiring Journeys of Local Female Entrepreneurs
Hear ‘HerStory’ in HAYVN’s special series highlighting challenges, triumphs, innovative ideas, and offering all a unique opportunity to learn from their experiences.
Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, these events are designed to empower and motivate our entrepreneurial community. Come and connect with like-minded individuals, share your own experiences, and leave inspired to innovate and excel.
Don’t miss this chance to be part of an empowering experience!

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2025
FEATURED SPEAKERS & MODERATOR:
Liz Lange, CEO/Creative Director: Figue, Founder: Liz Lange Maternity
Moderator: Kristen Rzasa, Holistic Business Strategist
Beverage sponsor: Owl’s Brew
Media Sponsor: Darien New Canaan Lifestyle
LOCATION:
HAYVN Darien, 320 Boston Post Road #Suite 180 Darien, CT 06820
COST:
Main Event begins at 6pm and follows an intimate VIP reception at 5:30pm.
VIP Reception & Main Event: 5:30-7:30pm
General Admission: $100; Early Bird Tickets: $90
HAYVN Members w/ Discount Code*: $75; Early Bird Tickets: $65
Main Event: 6:00-7:30pm
General Admission: $35; Early Bird Tickets: $30
HAYVN Members w/ Discount Code*: $20; Early Bird Tickets: $18
NOTE: Early bird ticket sales end two weeks before event.
*Discount codes on members portal. For help accessing members portal please email questions@hayvn.com

Yaseen Lecture on the Fine Arts: Hock E Aye Vi Edgar Heap of Birds 6:30-7:30pm lecture; 7:30-8:00pm reception; The Yaseen Lectures on the Fine Arts bring acclaimed scholars and artists to the Neuberger Museum of Art and Purchase College, SUNY to discuss their work as it relates to contemporary ideas and issues. About the Artist: Hock E Aye Vi Edgar Heap of Birds is an artist and an advocate for Indigenous communities worldwide. His work includes multidisciplinary forms of public art messages, large-scale drawings, Neuf Series acrylic paintings, prints, works in glass, and monumental porcelain enamel on steel outdoor sculpture. The tribal elder serves as an instructor/painter in the traditional Cheyenne Earth Renewal Ceremony at Concho, Oklahoma and is one of the leaders of the Cheyenne Elk Scraper Warrior Society. Heap of Birds’ artistic creations were shown in the 2007 Venice Biennale. While representing Indigenous communities his art focuses first on social justice, and on the personal freedom to live within the tribal circle as an expressive individual. His work has been exhibited at some of the most renowned institutions in the world, including The Museum of Modern Art, New York; Orchard Gallery, Northern Ireland; the Cheyenne and Arapaho Nations Reservation in Oklahoma; Site Santa Fe Museum, New Mexico; Grand Palais in Paris, France; National Institute of Education Gallery, Singapore; and Documenta in Kassal, Germany. His art holds a place in the collections of many museums, such as the Whitney Museum of American Art, New York City; Walker Art Center in Minneapolis; and the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C. Most recently, his work was acquired for the collections of The Museum of Modern Art and Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City; Forge Project, Hudson, New York; Tia Collection, Santa Fe, New Mexico; the British Museum and Tate Modern in London; Anchorage Museum in Alaska; LACMA in Los Angeles; and the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. In 2012, he was named USA Ford Fellow, and in 2014 he was honored as a Distinguished Alumni from the University of Kansas. During 2020, the artist was elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and in 2025 he was inducted into the American Academy of Arts and Letters. He has received grants and awards from The National Endowment for the Arts, the Andy Warhol Foundation, Bonfil Stanton Foundation, The Pew Charitable Trust, AT&T, Lila Wallace Foundation, Louis Comfort Tiffany Foundation, and the Rockefeller Foundation.

Sharing his expertise and talent with the next generation of artists, Heap of Birds has taught at Yale University, University of Capetown, South Africa, and the University of Oklahoma. Now retired from teaching at the University of Oklahoma, after 30 years of service, he is Professor Emeritus.

Heap of Birds received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Kansas. The artist’s master of fine art degree is from the Tyler School of Art in Philadelphia. He has also completed graduate-level study at the Royal College of Art in London. He has been awarded honorary doctor of fine arts and letters degrees from Massachusetts College of Art and Design in Boston, Emily Carr University of Art and Design in Vancouver, Canada, and California Institute of the Arts in Valencia. About the Yaseen Lectures on the Fine Arts
This lecture series, which began in 1974, was endowed by the late Leonard C. Yaseen and his wife Helen, former residents of Larchmont, New York, who financed a similar series at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Featured speakers have included Gordon Parks, Claes Oldenburg, Maya Angelou, Faith Ringgold, Chuck Close, John Shearer, Hank Willis Thomas, and Purchase College alumnus Fred Wilson. The legacy of the Yaseens’ gift continues today through the support of Roger Yaseen and his family in honor of his parents. The Yaseen Lectures on the Fine Arts Fund is stewarded by The New York Community Trust.

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Becoming Katharine Graham tells the story of a painfully shy woman's accidental rise to power and how it changed history. After a family tragedy, Kay evolved from a "doormat wife" into a legendary newspaper publisher. Nixon's nemesis during Watergate, she fought for truth, broke barriers in a sexist world, and won a Pulitzer Prize, inspiring generations with her courage and resilience. A Q&A with the filmmakers follows the screening.

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As an unprecedented wave of book banning largely addressing race and LGBT issues is sparked in Texas, Florida, and beyond, librarians under siege join forces as unlikely defenders fighting for intellectual freedom on the front lines of democracy.

Filmmaker Kim A. Snyder (Newtown, Us Kids, 2025 Oscar®-Nominated Death By Numbers) takes us to an unexpected front line where librarians emerge as first responders in the fight for democracy, free access to information, and our First Amendment Rights. As they well know, controlling the flow of ideas means control over communities.

In Texas, the Krause List targets 850 books focused on race and LGBTQIA+ stories—triggering sweeping book bans across the U.S. at an unprecedented rate. As tensions escalate, librarians connect the dots from heated school and library board meetings nationwide to lay bare the underpinnings of the groups fueling the censorship efforts. Despite facing harassment, threats, and laws aimed at criminalizing their work—the librarians’ rallying cry for freedom to read is a chilling cautionary tale.

Newcomers Welcome!

Gina Bruce, a devoted self-taught declutterer will be your guide to discovering easy tips, tricks and techniques for letting go of clutter and creating calmer, more serene spaces for yourself. Four weekly one-hour sessions will inspire you to a minimalist lifestyle. Each week three topics will be covered to help you free yourself from the burden of too much stuff. In addition to learning how to change your mindset, you'll also receive a list of local resources where you can donate and/or discard unwanted belongings.

Gina has studied minimizing and decluttering for close to two decades. As a work-from-home advertising copywriter, Gina learned early on that adopting a minimalist lifestyle helped her maintain a sustainable work-life balance.

We’re thrilled to welcome Melissa Bernstein, cofounder of Melissa & Doug Toys and Lifelines, to Bedford Books! Join her in conversation with Fran Hauser for the launch of her new book, The Heart of Entrepreneurship—an event you won’t want to miss!

Books will be available for purchase and signing, and light refreshments will be served. We can’t wait to see you there!

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Enjoy an evening of crafting and sipping delicious mocktails. Follow Chef Leah’s recipes to create three seasonal beverages from ingredients inspired by Grace Farms Tea & Coffee, while discovering connections between food, culture, and community.

Culinary Experiences with Chef Leah Jones offer educational and interactive explorations of the complex ways in which food intersects with our lives.

aturday, December 6, 2025 | 7 pm
$10 Members and Students; $15 General Admission

Join us for an intimate duo performance by composer and percussionist Sarah Hennies and bassist Tristan Kasten-Krause, presented in connection with Zak Prekop: Durations. Hennies and Kasten-Krause will present a 40-60 minute set of experimental music within the Museum’s galleries, offering a meditative, resonant experience that blurs the boundaries between sound, space, and visual art.

Sarah Hennies is known for her immersive and durational performances that explore psychoacoustic phenomena, queerness, and the act of listening. Her duo with Kasten-Krause combines sensitivity and restraint, crafting quiet, expansive works that unfold gradually over time.

This event is presented in conjunction with Zak Prekop: Durations (on view through January 11, 2026), an exhibition exploring visual rhythm, repetition, and the temporality of painting. It also marks the launch of Zak Prekop’s first museum publication. This fully illustrated, 32-page softcover catalogue features bold new abstract paintings by the artist, along with an interview between Prekop and curator Eduardo Andres Alfonso.

The catalogue will be available for purchase at the event.

https://thealdrich.org/events/performance-sarah-hennies-and-tristan-kasten-krause

Hard Headed Comedy presents a sharp, exclusive lineup to the Playhouse stage. Featuring Regina Decicco, Ophira Eisenberg, and Luz Michelle, with Joe Larson as host. A night of smart, original stand-up you won’t want to miss.

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Join us for an unforgettable evening with New York Times bestselling author Lara Love Hardin, hosted by Endeavor Therapeutic Horsemanship. Hardin—whose memoir The Many Lives of Mama Love was an Oprah’s Book Club Pick—shares her extraordinary journey from suburban soccer mom to opioid addict to jailhouse shot caller, and her remarkable comeback as a sought-after ghostwriter. Her story of resilience and renewal parallels Endeavor’s Equine Prison Program, which helps incarcerated women rebuild confidence, gain skills, and create new beginnings.

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Don’t miss your chance to experience Christie Dashiell, one of jazz’s most captivating voices, and her quartet in an intimate concert setting. With her soulful sound and remarkable technical skill, Dashiell weaves stories that touch the heart and lift the spirit. Her Grammy-nominated album Journey in Black (which earned a coveted five-star review from DownBeat) showcases her ability to explore profound themes of freedom, legacy, and joy through her music. Come discover why critics and audiences alike are falling under the spell of this rising jazz star. 

Our mission is to celebrate books, writers, and readers. By featuring some of our most beloved authors of contemporary fiction and non-fiction, the Westchester Book Festival will enable readers to encounter ideas from multiple perspectives as well as to share common ground.

Westchester has a stunningly rich literary heritage, dating back to Founding Father of the United States, John Jay, through the memorable short stories of John Cheever. That literary tradition is flourishing today in the vibrant poets, novelists, biographers, and journalists to be introduced at our festival, including writers not just from the county, but from around the country.

2025 is our inaugural event, and we envision the festival as a feature of Westchester’s culture for many years to come.

Join us for Care and Connection, an access program offering a welcoming museum experience for visitors living with memory loss and their care partners, featuring guided conversations in the galleries that encourage memories and personal connections inspired by the artwork on view.

$22 per person, plus one care partner free of charge; Pre-registration required

Learn how to prepare, plant and care for garlic in a hands-on workshop led by Grace Farms Director of Horticulture, Kimberly Kelly. Leave with a hand-selected head of garlic to plant this autumn for summer harvest.

Event Link: https://gracefarms.org/event/nature-workshops-kimberly-kelly-garlic-workshop

Grace Farms is developing the Rest House Project with Slade Architecture, and invites the public to a series of Workshops to share the ideas behind the Rest House structure. Each Workshop which will explore concepts of designing spaces for rest, gathering, and wellness, is open to all abilities. These starting points will serve as way to engage in the practice of design for social good, and offers an opportunity to think through concepts that are part of the Design for Freedom movement. Experience the exploration and satisfaction of facing a design challenge first-hand.

Slade Architecture and Grace Farms will also offer special workshops designed to complement Sharon Prince’s Grace Farms Lecture (January 10), the Humanity in Architecture Film Festival (January 31), and the Design for Freedom Summit (March 26).

About the Rest House Project

The Grace Farms Rest House Project aims to provide tea and coffee farmers worldwide with ethically designed, sustainably built rest houses that offer safety, respite, and community spaces. By leveraging open-source design principles, this initiative seeks to create globally adaptable solutions that uphold and demonstrate Design for Freedom principles.

At Home In Darien is excited to host a Pickleball Fundraising Event on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at Pickleball America. This fun and engaging evening will feature open play, lessons from the pros, delicious food and snacks, beer, wine, soft drinks, and exciting raffle items. Designed to bring the community together in a social and lively atmosphere, the event will raise essential funds to support Darien seniors, helping them live safely, comfortably, and independently in their homes and community for as long as possible. All proceeds from the night will directly benefit At Home In Darien’s vital mission.

Link: https://athomeindarien.org/pickleball-event/

Bandleader and guitarist Michael-Louis Smith and “Take A Step Back” return to the Carriage Barn with music of The Grateful Dead.

An evening of live music featuring uplifting rhythms, unique song forms, organic harmonic progressions and the gorgeous and often cryptic storytelling in the lyrics that connects the listener to the inner fabric of the universe and the spiritual elements of humanity. The love for the music runs deep in all of these musicians who realize all the important innovations and contributions The Grateful Dead made to the world of music, touring, sound engineering, technology, and live recording.
Welcoming The Parkway Ramblers Bluegrass Trio who will open the evening -
Bluegrass sprung from the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, here in coastal Connecticut!
Tickets $35 in advance, $40 on the door

https://carriagebarn.org/event/grateful-dead-night/

Step back into the golden age of Hollywood at the DCA’s Meadowlands Mansion for a magical night of cocktails, dinner, and intrigue. Dress to impress in Old Hollywood red-carpet style—pearls, fedoras, sequins, and tuxedos—and join a glamorous crowd as a shocking crime shakes Tinseltown’s elite.

How it works: Assemble a team of 8 for an unforgettable night of mystery. One teammate must be willing to volunteer as a suspect and take part in the fun. Purchase your team table now! Only 10 tables available. $1,200 per table (no individual tickets).

Evening Highlights:

7:00–7:45 PM: Cocktails & hors d’oeuvres

8:00 PM: Dinner & open bar

8:30–10:30 PM: Interactive whodunnit theater performance

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The English Concert brings their magic touch to Caramoor once again. After captivating audiences with all-Vivaldi programs in 2021 and 2023, this renowned British ensemble returns under Harry Bicket’s masterful direction from the harpsichord. Playing on authentic 17th-century instruments, they achieve something truly special—passionate, fiery performances that never sacrifice precision or delicate beauty. Experience firsthand why they’re considered one of the world’s premier period-instrument ensembles. 

An evening at the Bedford Playhouse celebrating New York Times bestselling author and Oprah's Book Club Pick - Lara Love Hardin.  Hardin’s remarkable journey— A Memoir of Lying, Stealing, Writing, and Healing. Lara recounts her slide from soccer mom to opioid addict to jailhouse shot caller and her unlikely comeback as a highly successful ghostwriter in this harrowing, hilarious, no-holds-barred memoir.

Much like Lara’s story of moving through trauma toward healing and purpose, Endeavor’s Equine Prison Program provides incarcerated women with a way forward: a place to rebuild confidence, gain skills, and plant the seeds of a new life. Her words and our work converge in a shared belief: that healing is possible, that hope can shine through, and that when we invest in second chances—through pen and page, or through horse and heart—the ripple effects can transform lives.

Attached please find invitation & details below. All proceeds will go back to Endeavor, and Lara's non-profit: The Gemma Project. 

6:00 PM | Cocktails & Meet The Author

Guests are welcomed at the Bedford Playhouse for a cocktail and the opportunity to meet Lara. Book signing will take place during this hour, with books available for purchase through our partnership with local bookstore Bedford Books. If you can’t make it for cocktails, feel free to join us just for the talk at 7pm.

7:00 – 8:00 PM | Author Talk
Lara will share her story and engage in conversation about writing, resilience, and the mission behind The Gemma Project, followed by an audience Q+A. The discussion will be moderated by Elisabeth Weed.  Lara will leave promptly following the talk. Elisabeth Weed is a founder and partner at The Book Group. She began her publishing career at Curtis Brown in 1999 and later launched Weed Literary, focusing on upmarket, plot-driven fiction. She values long-term author relationships, and her clients have appeared on major bestseller lists worldwide.

Tickets $45 per person

8:00 PM | VIP Dinner at OHHO
Join us for a VIP dinner with Lara Love Hardin immediately following the talk, hosted at OHHO. Guests will enjoy drinks, dinner, meaningful conversation, and the opportunity to connect with Lara in a smaller setting. Tickets are available exclusively through Endeavor’s website. Limited quantity – purchase before the sell out!

Tickets $250 per person - tickets to the talk are not included with the dinner ticket 

Link to purchase Author Talk Tickets 

Link to purchase VIP Dinner Tickets 

Please join us on Tuesday, November 11 at 11:00am as we Honor our Veterans for their service and sacrifice with American Legion Post 78. Ceremony will begin at 11:00am followed by light refreshments. Free. All are welcome.

Tuesdays, November 4, 11, and 18 | 5:30 to 6:30pm
Individual Class: $49 Member; $55 | Full Three Class Series: $108 Member; $120 | Limited seats available

“Getting” Contemporary Art is an interactive class series designed to connect today’s exhibitions with the deeper currents of art history. Each session explores the art historical and cultural contexts of artists currently on view at The Aldrich, blending storytelling, close looking, and discussion to help participants uncover new ways of seeing contemporary art. No prior experience with art history is required, only curiosity and a willingness to dive in.

“Getting” Contemporary Art is led by Kristen Erickson, art history teacher and Director of the Luchsinger Gallery at Greenwich Academy.

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Classes

Tuesday, November 4 - Nickola Pottinger: Jamaica, Memory, and Folklore

This class delves into the history and folklore of Jamaica to better understand Nickola Pottinger’s shape-shifting sculptures. Through a gallery walk, participants will examine the mix of spiritual and personal symbols in her works, which include casts of her own body and family heirlooms. Group discussion will encourage participants to uncover the layers of meaning carried by these spectral figures, which merge ancestral traditions with contemporary stories.

Tuesday, November 11 - Zak Prekop: Music in Abstraction

Have you heard of Song Exploder, the podcast where musicians take apart their songs piece by piece? In this class, participants will “explode” the vibrant abstract paintings of Zak Prekop. The session will focus on how he creates a sense of movement and stillness through color relationships, while also considering art historical precedents such as the “action painting” of the 1950s. Participants will further explore Prekop’s musical influences and how rhythm and harmony appear in his painting practice.

Tuesday, November 18 - Uman: Textiles, Calligraphy, and Transformation

Uman’s kaleidoscopic paintings reflect the story of her extraordinary life. She grew up in Somalia and Kenya, spent her teen years in Denmark, and traveled to Vienna and Paris before moving to New York where her artistic vision blossomed. This class will introduce participants to the art histories that shaped her, including East African textiles, Arabic calligraphy, and the work of Gustav Klimt and Sam Gilliam. During a gallery walk, participants will consider how Uman captures her memories, dreams, and personal transformation in visionary paintings that celebrate survival and creativity.

Instructor Bio

Kristen Erickson has been teaching art history and curating exhibitions for the past three decades. She spent eight years working in the curatorial field at the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford, the Smith College Museum of Art, and the Museum of Modern Art before turning to teaching. Kristen currently teaches art history at Greenwich Academy, where she also runs the campus art gallery. She holds degrees in French and art history from Vassar College and Oxford University. A resident of Ridgefield, Kristen loves making contemporary art come alive for new audiences.

https://thealdrich.org/events/getting-art-history-101-foundations-2

Join Christopher Wigren of Preservation Connecticut and Chris Fagan, architect of Darien's newly restored Pond Weed House (built ~1730, pictured), for a discussion of Connecticut's Revolutionary Era homes and the preservation efforts that have sustained them including Bertha Mather McPherson's pioneering work in Darien. 

We’re thrilled to welcome Leslie Forde, CEO of Mom’s Hierarchy of Needs, to Bedford Books for the launch of her new book, Repair with Self-Care: Your Guide to the Mom's Hierarchy of Needs!

She’ll be joined by bestselling author Vanessa Kroll Bennett for an inspiring conversation on redefining energy, self-care, and fulfillment in working motherhood.

Books will be available for sale and signing, and light refreshments will be served. We can’t wait to see you there!

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Bedford Playhouse and Lets Talk presents Pivot, moderated by Vanessa Smith and Betsy Ronel, featuring author and CEO Sara Arnell.

When your life plan blows up; and your next chapter looks blank – it’s time to pivot. Let’s talk about embracing the life we want – the one that fits who we are now, not who we were. Reinvention to resilience, career change to empty nests, marriage to single parenting, dating apps to aging parents. Let’s laugh and share these common themes, the unscripted parts no one puts on Instagram. If you’re going through it, someone else is, too.

The conversations continue on Betsy Ronel’s new podcast Heaven’s to Betsy.

Michael Che can be seen on his 11th season of Saturday Night Live as “Weekend Update” co-anchor alongside Colin Jost, and in his HBO series That Damn Michael Che, a comedy sketch series which he stars in, wrote, and executive produced.

His first hour-long comedy special, Michael Che Matters, was released in 2016 on Netflix. It hit #1 twice on the platform—first upon its initial release, and then again in 2020. Che’s second special for Netflix, Michael Che: Shame the Devil, was taped at the Fox Theater in Oakland and released in November 2021.

He has been nominated for multiple Emmys for his writing on SNL, and in 2018, he co-hosted NBC’s live Emmy Awards telecast alongside Jost. He and Colin also hosted a number of special edition episodes of Weekend Update on MSNBC during the 2016 Republican and Democratic National Conventions.

Prior to his time on SNL, Michael was a correspondent on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart and appeared alongside Chris Rock in the 2015 feature film Top Five. When Che is not in front of the camera, he tours the world headlining live stand-up shows.

Tickets: https://ridgefieldplayhouse.org/event/michael-che-live-ridgefield-ct-2025/

The Wolf Conservation Center is partnering with 314 Beer Garden in Norwalk, CT, for a special fundraising night in support of wolf conservation! Guests can enjoy an evening of great food, local brews, and good company while helping make a difference for wolves.

Throughout the night, 314 Beer Garden will donate 20% of bar sales to support the WCC's efforts to protect and preserve wolves. The event will also feature raffle prizes, interactive activities, and opportunities to learn more about the WCC’s work and ways to get involved.

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This Nov. 13 lecture by popular podcaster Mike Allen (Amazing Tales in History) will focus on Benedict Arnold's early life and career in examining why this talented general betrayed the American cause. The evening is presented by the Ridgefield Historical Society.

https://ridgefieldhistoricalsociety.org

Series Overview — Be Aligned: A Seasonal Journey of Coming Home to Yourself

This three-part Human Design workshop series guides the Carriage Barn community through a journey of self-discovery, release, and renewal, in alignment with the natural rhythms of the seasons. Each two-hour session builds upon the last to create a powerful transformation:

Join us November 13 from 6:30-8:30pm for the first session at an introductory rate ($30 member / $35 non-member). Two additional sessions will be scheduled for January and April 2026.

Session 1 | November 13 | Aligned Beginnings: Living in Flow with Your Design (Type, Strategy & Authority)
As autumn transitions into winter, we begin with the foundations of Human Design: Energy Type, Strategy, and Authority. Participants will learn how their energy is designed to flow, how to make aligned decisions, and how the universe communicates with them. The transformation: an immediate sense of clarity, ease, and reconnection to their authentic energy.

https://carriagebarn.org/event/be-aligned-workshop/

Sylvester Stallone and Rutger Hauer star in this gripping tale of greed, obsession and international terrorism. When one of Europe's most lethal terrorists (Hauer) shows up in New York, an elite undercover cop (Stallone) is assigned to take him down by any means necessary. Soon the two are ensnared in a rapid-fire cat-and-mouse game as they battle each other from subways, trams and city streets in a desperate fight where only one can remain standing.

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Protein is all the rage, but how much do you really need, and what are the best sources? Elisa Bremner, Registered Dietitian and Founder of Green Bites ™ will discuss the many options out there, including tips and tricks for making your own healthy, budget-friendly protein foods at home.

Come to learn, taste and socialize with other plant-curious community members.
https://www.calendarwiz.com/calendars/calendar.php?crd=mountkiscopubliclibrary&op=cal&month=11&year=2025

Join the DCA and Sipstirs for the next stop in our international wine tasting series—this time celebrating the rich flavors of Italy! Raise a glass and sample up to 35 Italian wines, showcasing the diversity of regions from Tuscany to Sicily. Enjoy delicious Italian small bites specially curated by Chef Hannah Byrne of Honey & Harvest Kitchen that perfectly complement the wines, and let live Italian-inspired music set the mood for an unforgettable evening.

Come sip, savor, and celebrate Italy with friends at this festive Friday night out! A portion of all wine sales will benefit the DCA.

**Must be 21 years of age to attend.**
www.dariendca.org

STICKS & STONES presents a multi-generational exploration of the natural world through the mediums of painting and photography. The exhibition unites three artists — a father, daughter, and son — whose shared sensibility reveals the quiet, enduring beauty found in nature’s intricate details and fleeting moments.

Artists: Tom Key · Tom S. Key · Leslie Key Wortmann

Opening Reception: Friday, November 14 | 7:00–9:00 PM
https://lesliekwortmannart.com/

Comedian, actor, television writer, author and musician Paul Reiser is one of Hollywood’s most prolific creatives.

On the heels of The Problem with People, an independent comedy shot entirely in Ireland which he wrote, produced, and starred in alongside Colm Meaney and Jane Levy, Reiser has released projects across a multitude of media formats.

There was Aliens: What If…? in which Carter Burke, Reiser’s iconic character from Aliens re-emerged in a concept comic book from Marvel comics.

Reiser co-wrote The New York Times Best-Seller What a Fool Believes, the candid, freewheeling memoir of his friend and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Michael McDonald from HarperCollins/DeyStreet.

In films, Paul reprised his role from BH Cop 1 and 2 in Netflix’s Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F and appeared in Magnolia Pictures’ comedy The Gutter, directed by Isaiah and Yassir Lester, premiering at SXSW.

He has been busy in TV as well. Appraising his role in Hulu’s critically-acclaimed comedy series Reboot from Modern Family creator Steve Levitan, Awards Daily wrote “Reiser truly excels, giving one of his very best performances…Here, he reminds us just how very funny and experienced he is in the world of television comedy.”

He also took his first step into bloody, superhero glory in Season 3 of Amazon Prime’s Emmy-nominated The Boys playing “The Legend,” and returns in the upcoming final season of the show.

And of course the return to his comedy roots with last year’s release of “Life, Death and Rice Pudding,” his first standup special in over 30 years.

Reiser is widely celebrated for his roles in two hit shows for Netflix: Stranger Things—the company’s biggest series of all time— and Chuck Lorre’s The Kominsky Method, for which he received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor.

Mad About You, the long-running Emmy, Peabody, and Golden Globe-winning comedy that     Reiser created and starred in with Helen Hunt returned as a limited series on Spectrum Originals.

Throughout his prolific career, Reiser has worked with both independent and mainstream filmmakers. Having earned acclaim for his supporting role in the Academy Award-winning film Whiplash, Reiser was also seen in frequent collaborator Jeff Baena’s The Little Hours and Horse Girl, which premiered at Sundance 2020, the fourth film the pair has worked on together. The veteran actor has garnered praise for notable performances in films such as Diner, Bye Bye Love, One Night At McCool’s, and The Thing About My Folks, which Reiser wrote for his co-star Peter Falk.

Reiser is a fixture behind the camera as well. He co-created and produced the seven-episode series There’s Johnny, a fictional story set behind-the-scenes of Johnny Carson’s Tonight Show circa 1972, co-produced with director David Gordon Green.   The show premiered to critical praise, with Decider saying There’s Johnny! is “a television experience unlike any I’ve seen on TV in recent years” and “unfolds like a dream, a memory fondly recalled.”

As an author, Reiser’s first book, Couplehood, sold over two million copies and reached the number one spot on The New York Times bestsellers list. His subsequent books, Babyhood and Familyhood, were best sellers as well.

Voted by Comedy Central as one of the Top 100 Comedians of All Time, Reiser regularly performs sold-out standups at venues nationwide.

A SUNY Binghamton graduate of its prestigious music program, Reiser co-wrote the theme song for Mad About You, “The Final Frontier,” with Grammy-winning producer Don Was, and released an album of original songs with British singer-songwriter Julia Fordham called Unusual Suspects. Over the course of his career, Reiser has received multiple Emmys, Golden Globes, American Comedy Awards, and Screen Actors Guild nominations.

Reiser and his family reside in Los Angeles.

come shop the ticking tent - the original brocantes style market. the fall tent will be bursting with unique beloved sought after treasures from the most talented antiques & art dealers, artisans and bespoke brands from across the globe. shop the early bird session 9-11. Your ticket includes a beautifully catered breakfast sponsored by Julia B Fee / Sotheby's as well as supports the Bedford Free Library. a percentage of the ticket sales from the early bird will be donated to support their mission.

OUR HOLIDAY FAIR IS BACK! Join us at the picturesque Bedford Post Inn to unwind with our 45 remarkable vendors showcasing hundreds of brilliant, one-of-a-kind gifts. Advanced tickets are required - no tickets will be sold at the door. Each ticket is valid for one timed session (Saturday or Sunday, Session One from 9am-12pm or Session Two from 1pm-4pm.)

Celebrate the one-year anniversary of The Aldrich’s renovated campus and Sculpture Garden with a free day of art and community, featuring gallery and garden tours, Story Time inspired by Uman, and a hands-on drop-in painting workshop in The Studio. Light refreshments will be available for purchase, with additional tours and activities announced throughout the day.

Free; Pre-registration encouraged

Free; Pre-registration required

Bring your budding artists to The Aldrich for Story Time in collaboration with the Ridgefield Library! Together, we will explore the exciting work of artist Uman, who works with bright paint and dream-like themes. We will read the story Let's paint! by Gabriel Alborozo. Then we will head to The Studio to make our own vibrant paintings! Perfect for families with children ages 6 and under.

Elevate your fitness during this dynamic workout focusing on upper body, lower body, and core strength! Taught by coach, trainer, and motivator Ottis Lewis, this class incorporates bodyweight and band resistance movements including squats, pushups, and mountain climbers.

This month’s class takes place outdoors.

Restore and ignite the energy needed to live a more balanced life during monthly movement class series developed in collaboration with local lululemon ambassadors.

Mon Rovîa presents a concert of peace and healing in a special program for Grace Farms, organized on the United Nations International Day of Tolerance.

Mon Rovîa reflects journeys of humanity through his Afro Appalachian music as a singer and songwriter, and from his own experiences moving from the Liberia during the country’s civil war to the United States. He was named as one of Spotify’s 2024 Juniper Artists to Watch, has been featured in the GRAMMY Museum’s New York City program series, and has sold out every headline show to date, including Bonnaroo, Austin City Limits, and Newport Folk Festival.

(75-minute performance, no intermission)

 “Tolerance is much more than passively accepting the other. It brings obligations to act, and must be taught, nurtured and defended.  Tolerance requires investment by States in people, and in the fulfillment of their full potential through education, inclusion and opportunities. This means building societies founded on respect for human rights, where fear, distrust and marginalization are supplanted by pluralism, participation and respect for differences.”

– United Nations

Five-time James Beard winner and New York Times bestselling author Dorie Greenspan discusses her 15th cookbook, Dorie's Anytime CAKES with Anna Francese Gass.

Dorie Greenspan: At 12, Dorie burned down her parents' kitchen and didn't really start cooking again until she got married her junior year in college. Once the self-taught baker decided to abandon her doctoral studies in gerontology to pursue a baking career she never looked back. Dorie was inducted into Who’s Who of Food and Beverage in America and was awarded the Mérite d’ Agricolet (Order of Agricultural Merit) by the French Consulate for her writing about France’s food. In addition to contributing to numerous media outlets, such as NPR, MSN, and The Independent, Dorie publishes the xoxoDorie newsletter. She divides her time between homes in Manhattan, Westbrook, Connecticut, and Paris. Her other cookbooks include bestsellers like Baking: From My Home to Yours, Around My French Table, and Dorie's Cookies.

Anna Francese Gass is known for her ingenious takes on traditional Italian dishes, Anna’s videos have been viewed by millions around the world. Her widely acclaimed first book, Heirloom Kitchen - Heritage Recipes and Family Stories From The Tables of Immigrant Women published in 2021 was featured on Rachael Ray and Today. Anna appears regularly on Good Morning America and Access Hollywood and her recipes are top-rated on NYT Cooking. She is a regular contributor to the New York Times, Taste of Home, Washington Post, Bon Appetit and Food52. 

Books will be available for purchase from Elm Street Books. 

Experience the bold, expressive sound of the Poiesis Quartet, Grand Prize winners at the 2025 Banff International String Quartet and the 2023 Fischoff National Chamber Music Competitions. Formed in 2022 at Oberlin, the Quartet has swiftly risen to prominence, joining the Concert Artists Guild roster in 2024. Renowned for their cohesive artistry and adventurous programming, the group lives up to its name—poesis, from the Greek “to make”—with performances that forge new paths in chamber music. Dedicated to championing the voices of emerging and historically underrepresented composers, the Poesis Quartet brings this vibrant mission to life in their Caramoor residency.

Inspired by a newly-commissioned work by Kevin Lau, SURFACING is an exploration of the raw, human responses to existential and life-altering events. Incorporating musical influences as varied as electronic dance music, East Asian folk tunes,  R&B, jazz, gospel, and traditional spirituals, four composers take us on a journey through phases of healing and growth, ultimately surfacing from confusion and pain with resilience and a renewed sense of hope. 

Tickets are Free for Ages 18 and Under.

Bring the whole family for a lively duo piano concert, featuring engaging, animal-inspired music that will enchant audiences of all ages. Enjoy selections from Saint-Saëns’ Carnival of the Animals — including The Swan, Elephant, and Cuckoo — plus a high-energy 8-hand Bumble Boogie!

The talented DCA Duo Piano Group — Carrie Ahlstrom, Elizabeth Drugge Hobbs, Kathy Edwards, Millyn Gasserud, Fiona Hallinan, Michael Karpilow, and Yuki Yamaguchi — will play across two grand pianos and will perform under the direction of Musical Director Sandra Shaw Murphy.

Kids are invited to come dressed as their favorite animal for a chance to win a prize. Refreshments will be served.

Thinking about publishing your own book? In this workshop, we’ll walk through the process, identify the key resources you’ll need, and create actionable next steps to get your book out into the world.

Fran has guided many authors through successful self-publishing journeys, from shaping strategy to building detailed action plans and connecting them with the right people and platforms. She’ll share what she’s learned along the way, so you leave not only informed but ready to take the next steps toward publishing your book.

Capped at 12 participants.

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Explore the Hebrew Home at Riverdale’s expansive Sculpture Garden, where you’ll see:
- Over 45 works in the only sculpture garden in the Bronx
- Sculpture materials from metals to natural elements in styles from figurative to abstract
- Outdoor sculptures alongside the natural panorama of the Hudson River and Palisades.

Registration is open!
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Z6KK4A_8Ria5S4n4h5EVQA#/registration

Peter O’Toole, Katharine Hepburn, Anthony Hopkins, and Timothy Dalton star in this epic drama directed by Anthony Harvey. Within the stone walls of a medieval castle, King Henry II and Queen Eleanor engage in a battle of wits over which of their three sons will inherit the crown. As Richard, John, and Geoffrey vie for power, the scheming King of France seizes the chance to exploit the family's bitter rivalries. Nominated for seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and winner of three—Best Actress (Hepburn), Adapted Screenplay (James Goldman), and Original Score (John Barry).

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Explore the distinctions between major black teas and taste notable varietals, including examples of Darjeeling, Assam, Ceylon, Keemun, and Yunnan teas.

Led by Tea Expert Frank Kwei, this tranquil and in-depth exploration of tea offers guests a taste of notable varietals from cultures around the world, with demonstrations and more.

We’re thrilled to celebrate local Bedford author Eric Eichhorn and the launch of his first novel, Ogallala.

Books will be available for sale and signing. Light refreshments and snacks will be served.

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Join us for the 2nd film in our Brit Pick Series: Withnail and I!

Two out-of-work actors -- the anxious, luckless Marwood and his acerbic, alcoholic friend, Withnail -- spend their days drifting between their squalid flat, the unemployment office and the pub. When they take a holiday "by mistake" at the country house of Withnail's flamboyantly gay uncle, Monty, they encounter the unpleasant side of the English countryside: tedium, terrifying locals and torrential rain.
https://playhouse.cinemalab.com/movie/withnail-and-i

Just in time for Thanksgiving, Braver Angels presents Family and Politics. Learn how to survive the holidays without losing friends or family. You will walk away with a few tools to lower the temperature and maybe even enjoy dessert together. Give it a try!

Goals:
-Insight into why family differences over politics are uniquely challenging.
-Recognition of common roles that family members play in political conversations.
-Strategies and skills for handling family political differences in a constructive way.

What to Expect:
You will learn about the family dynamics of political differences, apply them to your family, and learn and practice effective communication skills with difficult family members.

Braver Angels is a non-religious organization that develops educational tools to build bridges between people divided over politics.

https://bedfordplayhouse.org/special_events/family-and-politics-workshop-with-braver-angels/?utm_source=bedford_magazine&utm_medium=event_calendar&utm_campaign=talk

We are thrilled to continue our partnership with Ridgefield Symphony Orchestra to present the RSO Quartet for a performance inspired by upcoming exhibition, Uman: After all the things .... The quartet features the four principal string players of the Ridgefield Symphony Orchestra, violinists Jorge Avilia and Mialtin Zhezha, violist Suzanne Corey-Sahlin, and cellist Nick Hardie.

$35 for members of The Aldrich and RSO; $40 General Admission

Presented in Collaboration with City Winery

Spend an evening with The Arcadian Wild, a Nashville-based ensemble known for their intricate, heartfelt acoustic sound. Blending progressive folk, bluegrass, and choral harmonies, they create a musical style that is uniquely their own. Led by songwriters Isaac Horn (guitar) and Lincoln Mick (mandolin), joined by Bailey Warren on fiddle and Erik Coveney on bass, the group is celebrated for their rich arrangements and vivid storytelling. Their latest album, Welcome, brings warmth and clarity to themes of life and connection. Experience one of the most original voices in today’s folk scene, live in concert. 

On Saturday November 22 from 11am to 5pm, Yellow Studio will host our annual Holiday Market in The Gallery and The Co-Op. It’s going to be magical.

Vendors are selected by invite-only. These are all women-owned businesses based in NY.

Come shop gifts for friends, family and YOU

Don’t miss Ridgefield’s 3rd Annual Turkey Pardoning with Rudy Marconi on Sunday, November, 23, 12 noon on the historic Lounsbury House grounds! Meet Mr. Gobble and enjoy a scavenger hunt and other surprises too! Co-sponsored by 068 Magazine with The Chefs’ Warehouse, EZ Moving, Ferrandino Enterprises, plus Angel of Ridgefield. All are welcome! Free! Rain or Shine!

Drop into the Sanctuary during your visit to enjoy improvisational performances of seasonal music from local artists, suited for the whole family. Registration is not required.

Music at Grace Farms

Experience Grace Farms’ distinctive, afternoon acoustic music performances in the glass-enclosed Sanctuary, against the backdrop of 80 acres of natural landscapes. Season highlights include a recital by internationally acclaimed cellist and 19-time GRAMMY® winner Yo-Yo Ma, GRAMMY® Award-winning violinist Joshua Bell, and a special recital by Grace Farms Artist-in-Residence and GRAMMY®-winning Canadian cellist Arlen Hlusko.

Free with Museum admission; Pre-registration encouraged

Are you curious about the world of contemporary art but unsure where to begin? When you view works of art in a gallery, do you question what you see or feel the need to go into deeper insight? If you answered yes, join one of our expert Museum Educators for a tour of the exhibitions designed to activate your curiosity and engage your attention.

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Thank you for your interest in showcasing your brand and products at our 2025 Sustainability Holiday Vendor Pop Up Shop at HAYVN in partnership with Best of CT Moms!

on Tuesday, December 2, 2025 from 4-8pm* at HAYVN Darien
*Snow Date: In the event of inclement weather, we will reschedule to Thursday, Dec. 4th - 4-8pm
Vendor fee (Members): $75
Vendor fee (Non-members): $250
Best of CT Moms Women's Clothing Sale Consignor fees: $75 all consignors
Register by Friday, November 14, 2025

Attendee Event Details
This will be a social event where attendees will socialize, support local businesses, explore sustainable brands, products, and services. They'll also enjoy snacks and beverages while walking around and shopping.
General admission: $15 (includes auto entry to holiday raffle)
HAYVN Members: Free (with promo code)

Sustainability is a Core Value at HAYVN
As a Certified B Corp, HAYVN is a using the power of business to build a more inclusive sustainable economy. Learn More

Experience movement and music in the light-filled Court with renowned mindfulness and wellness expert, Pilin Anice. This special candlelight class aims to inspire tranquility and provide a moment of reflection through a breath-centered yoga practice that incorporates live music.

These movement and meditation classes are for ages 18+ up. Accessible for all levels, no prior yoga or meditation experience is required. Participants may bring their own mats, towels, props, and water.

Honoring the memory of actor/director/activist Robert Redford and Academy Award winner Gene Hackman, proceeds from this screening go to the benefit of Northern Westchester Hospital.

Presented by Ginnel Real Estate and Hickory & Tweed

Join us at 6pm for snacks and drinks, film begins at 7pm.

Raffle tickets for ski equipment and other prizes are available HERE.

Director Michael Ritchie’s (The Golden Child) debut film is a tense and taut look at the world of Olympic skiing. Robert Redford is the hero, a handsome loner from Idaho Springs, Colorado, bent on making it to the top of the heap. As the pressure and tension build, Redford handles himself well, learning in the process how fleeting and lonely fame can be. Redford is well cast as the all American boy chasing his dream, and Gene Hackman is excellent as the tough and demanding American ski coach.

https://bedfordplayhouse.org/movies/downhill-racer-a-tribute/?utm_source=bedford_magazine&utm_medium=event_calendar&utm_campaign=film

Honoring the memory of actor/director/activist Robert Redford.

In Sydney Pollack’s critically acclaimed suspense-thriller, Robert Redford stars as CIA Agent Joe Turner. Code name: Condor. When his entire office is massacred, Turner goes on the run from his enemies…and his so-called allies. After reporting the murders to his superiors, the organization wants to bring Condor in – but somebody is trying to take him out. In his frantic hunt for answers, and in a desperate run for his life, Turner abducts photographer Faye Dunaway, eventually seducing her into helping him. Every twist leads Condor to the end of his nerves…and will take you to the edge of your seat. With nowhere to turn and no one to trust, Turner realizes his most dangerous enemy may be closer than he ever feared. And as he zeroes in on the truth, he discovers there are some secrets people would kill to keep.

https://bedfordplayhouse.org/movies/three-days-of-the-condor/?utm_source=bedford_magazine&utm_medium=event_calendar&utm_campaign=film

In the spirit of giving, gather with friends, family, and fellow community members to assemble care packages. This joyous night offers festive music, warm tea, and engaging winter crafts for all ages to enjoy.

The annual Holiday Stroll has become a family favorite for New Canaan residents and those of our neighboring towns. Held on the weekend after Thanksgiving on December 5th and 6th, downtown New Canaan transforms into something out of a Dickens’s story book. Friday night kicks off with the arrival of Santa Claus, a lighting of the trees, carol singing, live entertainment while the stores stay open late and offer refreshments and holiday cheer.

Saturday includes pictures with Santa at Santa’s workshop, characters roaming the streets, more live entertainment, a Gingerbread House Tour and much more.

Experience the Magic of the Holiday Stroll-North Poll on Friday, Dec. 5, 6pm-9pm.  Meet SANTA & Mrs. Claus, see two LIVE REINDEER, and send postcards to the troops with Ridgefield Lions Club. Special thanks to ‘Reindeer Magic’ presenting sponsor, Karla Murtaugh Homes/COMPASS, with support from Four Seasons Racquet Club and Ridgefield Theater Barn with Pamme Jones for bringing the North Pole to town! All are welcome! Free! Rain or Shine!

Experience the Magic of the Holiday Stroll-North Pole on Friday, Dec. 5, 6pm-9pm. Meet SANTA & Mrs. Claus, see two LIVE REINDEER, and send postcards to the troops with Ridgefield Lions Club. Special thanks to ‘Reindeer Magic’ presenting sponsor, Karla Murtaugh Homes/COMPASS, with support from Four Seasons Racquet Club and Ridgefield Theater Barn with Pamme Jones for bringing the North Pole to town! All are welcome! Free! Rain or Shine!

In the spirit of giving, gather with friends, family, and fellow community members to assemble care packages. This joyous night offers festive music, warm tea, and engaging winter crafts for all ages to enjoy.

Buddy (Will Ferrell) is different from all of Santa’s other elves. For one thing, he’s “a cotton-headed ninny muggins” when it comes to making toys. For another, he’s 6’3″. And the real clincher: He’s human! So one special December, Buddy sets off on a holiday adventure to New York City in search of his real dad. How Buddy finds his father (James Caan) and the meaning of Christmas is a joyous, jaunty, sweet-as-a-candy-cane gift for everyone.

https://bedfordplayhouse.org/movies/elf/?utm_source=bedford_magazine&utm_medium=event_calendar&utm_campaign=film

Ridgefield Holiday House Tour, Dec. 6, 9-3, features six outstanding Ridgefield residences, from the 18th to the 21st Century. Tickets are $100 and benefit the Ridgefield Historical Society and Tiger Hollow Inc., two non-profits. Reservations and more information at the website, https://ridgefieldholidayhousetour.org.

The Mistletoe Mart is an annual event featuring decorated wreaths, local artisan vendors, bake sale, chili and hot chocolate lunch, Santa 11-1 and a hand-quilted quilt raffle. All proceeds go to local charities. This is a free event open to the public.
https://bedfordpreschurch.org/

Join us for an extraordinary celebration marking the close of Caramoor’s 80th anniversary season with a benefit concert from Rosanne Cash. 

This four-time Grammy winner brings her stunning blend of Americana, folk, and country to our intimate stage, alongside her husband and musical partner John Leventhal. With 21 Top 40 hits and 11 chart-toppers to her name, Cash’s storytelling and musical heritage shine through in every song. Don’t miss this rare chance to see one of America’s most beloved songwriters up close. 

Proceeds from this special benefit concert directly support Caramoor’s wide array of programming, mentorship of emerging artists, and preservation of this one-of-a-kind historic estate. As a thank you, you will enjoy this intimate performance by Rosanne Cash, one of America’s pre-eminent singer songwriters.

Following the performance, ticket holders at the $500 level and above can gather with fellow supporters for a private reception in the Formal Dining Room of the Rosen House, the centerpiece of Caramoor’s historic estate, and a symbol of its enduring mission.

Seating is limited. Reserve your place today. 

For information about the special pre-concert benefit dinner in the Rosen House and how you can increase your support, contact events@caramoor.org.  

Save the Date: Mistletoe Market is Sunday December 7th from 9am to 2pm. Come on down for some holiday cheer, gift shopping, food, wreaths and photos with Santa in the @vwpicturebus!

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Decorate delicious winter-inspired cookies with the entire family. Cookies will be provided by Pastry Chef and Educator Leah Jones.

Delight in the brilliance of Amarcord, the acclaimed vocal ensemble from Leipzig, in a concert that highlights their remarkable blend and dynamic range. Renowned for their masterful interpretations of both classical and contemporary choral works, Amarcord brings technical precision and deep emotional resonance to every performance. Whether singing Renaissance gems or modern arrangements, their voices intertwine with effortless beauty, creating a sound that is at once powerful and ethereal. 

Thursday, December 11, 2025 | 6 to 7 pm
Free: Members; $10 General Admission; $5 Seniors/Students

Join Diana Bowes Chief Curator Amy Smith-Stewart for an exclusive after-hours tour of Uman: After all the things…. The exhibition includes new and recent paintings, a mural, and sculpture. New York Magazine recently hailed the artist’s work as “a reminder of what painting can still do.”

Members, please join us at 5:30 pm for refreshments with Amy Smith-Stewart prior to the tour. To become a member, email hhart@thealdrich.org or join online here.

https://thealdrich.org/events/curator-led-tour-of-uman-after-all-the-things

Out of Exile: The Photography of Fred Stein is the tale of a man caught up in one of history’s darkest moments; a man of conviction and courage, whose answer is to create an art that transcends bigotry.

The vibrant world of 1930s Paris; the heart-stopping suspense of fleeing across the French countryside; the crowds of refugees in Marseilles; the bustle of 1940s New York…these are some of the places that Out of Exile takes us as we follow Fred Stein’s perilous escape from the Nazis. And we are shown a cascade of brilliant photographs, full of breathless excitement, as Fred Stein discovers photography.  

Throughout these experiences run the emotions: Fred Stein’s unfailing optimism in the face of hardship; his remarkable ability to connect to another person in his photographs; the dedication of his son, who, after Fred Stein’s name is forgotten, fights to bring his father’s work to the attention of the public; the power of art.  

The photographs are beautiful and uplifting; the life is inspiring; together they form a powerful statement of the human spirit.  

You are invited to step into a holiday wonderland! Join us for a special tour of the art-filled Rosen House, decked out with enchanting decorations inspired by the cherished Rosen family archive. This limited-time holiday tour offers a glimpse of the family life that inspired celebrations in this historic house..

Our knowledgeable docents will take you on a captivating journey that’s perfect for friends and families alike.

Create lasting holiday memories and immerse yourself in the rich history of the Rosen House with an unforgettable holiday tour!

Duration: Approximately 45 minutes.

Advanced Registration Required.
Members and Children 18 and Under: Admission is free!

Time Slots:
December 10–21 (no tours on the 15th): 12:30pm or 1:00pm

Get in the holiday spirit at Caramoor’s historic Rosen House! Enjoy charismatic musicians, festive decorations, and tea service in the majestic Music Room. Following the spirited performance, the tea service includes an assortment of finger sandwiches, scrumptious holiday treats, and a variety of teas (or hot chocolate with marshmallows for children!). This program is popular and dates quickly fill up.

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Schedule

12:00pm / Caramoor Holiday Gift Shop opens in Summer Dining Room
12:30pm / Docent-Guided Tour
1:00pm / Docent-Guided Tour
1:30pm /  Music Room opens for seating
2:00pm /  Holiday concert
3:00pm /  Tea service begins
5:00pm /  Caramoor Holiday Gift Shop closes

So much to be discussed!

In 1819, portrait painter Thomas Sully completed The Passage of the Delaware, the earliest known representation of the crossing. Unlike many later artists, Sully depicted the moment before George Washington began his passage: the general sits astride his white horse on the Pennsylvania side of the river, looking over his shoulder to observe his troops as they begin to cross. Calm and resolute, the central figure of Washington dwarfs the men under his command. In Sully’s composition, Washington remains isolated from the action, leading from above.

Enjoy a festive day of shopping and connection with a curated selection of meaningful gifts that give back, including watercolor and paint sets, toys and treats, cozy mugs, specialty teas and coffees, insightful books for adults and kids, and Grace Farms – branded favorites like notecards and memberships

Discover handmade ornaments and embroidered works by Nasreen Sheikh and the Empowerment Collective, each supporting dignified work for women artisans around the world.

Shop with purpose and find gifts that inspire creativity, connection, and compassion this holiday season.

https://gracefarms.org/event/grace-farms-holiday-market

Sensory Saturday is a program designed for children (ages 4-12) with developmental disabilities, learning disabilities, those on the autism spectrum and their family members.

The program includes exploration in the galleries in a relaxed environment and the discovery of contemporary art through touch, sound, and movement. In The Studio, participants will engage in a hands-on art-making project inspired by the current exhibitions.

Make a one-of-a-kind holiday décor from living plants and other natural materials with the Grace Farms Garden Team.

Nature Workshops by Kimberly Kelly invite adults of all experience to learn about the various cultural practices that rely on nature, including flower bouquets, the impact of seeds, permaculture, and holiday décor.

Broadway Inspirational Voices returns to Grace Farms with a site-responsive program that connects us with the presence of the human voice to inspire the audience toward joy. The one-hour program features a holiday repertoire developed for Grace Farms by Connecticut native Allen René Louis, Broadway Inspirational Voices Artistic Director and GRAMMY®-nominated Creative Director and Producer.

(60 minute performance, no intermission)

About Broadway Inspirational Voices

Broadway Inspirational Voices is a diverse choir and service organization powered by Broadway artists using music to inspire hope and change lives.

In 1994 more than 32,000 people died from AIDS or AIDS-related complications in the U.S. Many of those deaths came from within the Broadway community. As Broadway grappled with the loss of an entire generation of artists, Tony and Grammy-nominated Michael McElroy (founder of the Broadway Inspirational Voices) saw in the community a profound need for hope, unity, and inspiration. He envisioned an organization where professional artists would come together and volunteer their gift to provide comfort, joy, and the promise of a better day–and as a result, The Broadway Gospel Choir was born. This magical synergy of authentic Gospel soul and Broadway bravura was re-imagined as the Broadway Inspirational Voices in 1999 and they have been the theatre community’s center of support and celebration ever since. In 2019, The Tony Awards Administration Committee presented the Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre to four outstanding contributors to the Broadway industry, and Broadway Inspirational Voices was a recipient. The Tony Honor was a resounding endorsement of Broadway Inspirational Voices’s enduring work and impact and in celebration of 25 years of service. In 2020, McElroy hand picked composer/singer Allen René Louis to become the new Artistic Director for Broadway Inspirational Voices. Broadway Inspirational Voices’s diverse membership has represented over 140 Broadway shows since its inception.

Calling all riders and friends!

Please join us for the 3rd annual BRLA Tinsel Trot on Succabone Road, Dec. 14, 2:30 pm. Horses and riders in festive dress will lead a caroling processional from Bisbee Lane to the Clocktower, up Guard Hill Rd, looping back on the Narrows Road trails.

We'll have hot cocoa for all -- so gather your friends and family and come line the streets for a spirited and special afternoon! (...you never know who might show up from the North Pole...)

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Free admission; Pre-registration encouraged

Visit the Museum for FREE the third Saturday of every month as part of our Third Saturdays program. Participate in a Story Time at 10:30 am and drop-in to The Studio for art-making activities.

Bring your budding artists to The Aldrich for Story Time in collaboration with the Ridgefield Library! Together, we will explore the exciting work of artist Estefania Puerta who creates dynamic sculptures and textiles filled with mystery! We will read the story Woven of the World by Dinara Mirtalipova and Katey Howes. Then we will head to The Studio to practice our own weaving skills! Perfect for families with children ages 6 and under.

Have you ever looked at contemporary art and wished you knew what it meant? Have you ever entered a museum not knowing where to start? If you answered yes, this free, interactive, and judgment-free tour of our current exhibitions guided by a Museum Educator is perfect for you! All ages welcome, Family-friendly.

Drop into the Sanctuary during your visit to enjoy improvisational performances of seasonal music from local artists, suited for the whole family. Registration is not required.

Music at Grace Farms

Experience Grace Farms’ distinctive, afternoon acoustic music performances in the glass-enclosed Sanctuary, against the backdrop of 80 acres of natural landscapes. Season highlights include a recital by internationally acclaimed cellist and 19-time GRAMMY® winner Yo-Yo Ma, GRAMMY® Award-winning violinist Joshua Bell, and a special recital by Grace Farms Artist-in-Residence and GRAMMY®-winning Canadian cellist Arlen Hlusko.

Free with Museum admission; Pre-registration encouraged

Are you curious about the world of contemporary art but unsure where to begin? When you view works of art in a gallery, do you question what you see or feel the need to go into deeper insight? If you answered yes, join one of our expert Museum Educators for a tour of the exhibitions designed to activate your curiosity and engage your attention.

Welcome to Living Intentionally, a bold invitation to step off autopilot, embrace discomfort as a catalyst for growth, and craft a life designed with purpose. This book offers a powerful blend of mindset shifts, practical strategies, and deeply human stories, serving as a blueprint for anyone ready to thrive in work, life, and beyond. Joe Gagnon is driven by a simple mission: helping people realize they are capable of far more than they believe is possible. ver the years, he has led six companies as CEO, coached top performers, and pushed himself to physical and mental extremes; completing six Ironman races, running 100-mile ultramarathons, finishing Six marathons on Six continents in Six days, and completing the legendary Badwater 135 ultramarathon through Death Valley. Moderated by Don Scott. Books will be available for sale and signing.

It’s a winter wonderland at Grace Farms! Families can enjoy special programming inspired by a cozy staycation. Pick up a passport at the Welcome Desk — or bring a passport from previous “vacations” at Grace Farms — and venture through the River building for wintertime activities. Collect stamps at each activity for a small treat.

On February 20, join the Polar Bear Picnic, and have breakfast for dinner! After enjoying a meal provided by Grace Farms’ culinary team, take part in winter-inspired crafts and games.

Link: https://gracefarms.org/event/winter-passport/2026-02-17