Summer is fading
So the calendar’s lean,
My cargo shorts cry.
— — — — — FRIDAY, AUG. 26 — — — — —
Get Some Culture!
The Osborne Homestead Museum in Derby is open for guided tours on Thursdays and Fridays, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Saturdays, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. (through October).
There is no admission fee, but donations are accepted.
For group tours or for more information contact the Kellogg Environmental Center at (203) 734‑2513.
500 Hawthorne Avenue
Derby
Spider-Man Live
2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Be a part of Spider-Man’s interactive Kids Show, followed by a meet & greet and photos. Plus, everyone in attendance will receive a free autographed super hero card! There will be two show times: 2pm & 4pm on level 1 in front of Macy’s.
Info.
Connecticut Post Mall
1201 Boston Post Road
Milford
Scary Movie!
“Don’t Breathe,” from the weirdo who brought you the “Evil Dead” remake, opens today.
It’s a horror flick, it’s getting solid reviews, and it’s playing in Seymour.
— — — — —SATURDAY, AUG. 27, 2016 — — — — —
Fresh Veggies!
Shelton Farmers’ Market
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
100 Canal St.
Shelton
What, you need more info? Fine.
Move A Playground!
10 a.m.
Since no one lives in the Riverside Apartments any longer, volunteers are needed to move the Olson Drive playground in Ansonia to a new location.
Meet at the play area on Olson Drive.
The work involves taking a playground apart and then moving it to Pine Lot Park.
Questions?
Call Tarek at 203 – 461-4776.
Must be 18 or accompanied by a guardian.
Meet Gross People!
CT Horror Fest
11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
$25 cash
Matrix Conference Center
39 Old Ridgebury Road
Danbury
Vendors, autographs, panel discussions of all things horror. Kids’ and adult costume contests.
Featured guest: George Romero, director of “Night of the Living Dead” and “Dawn of the Dead.”
More info.
Sixth Annual Naugatuck Arts Festival
11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Naugatuck Green
Family-friendly activities, vendors.
228 Church St.
Naugatuck
Info
Teddy Bear Fest 2016
12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Children ages three to eleven with plush friend are free with paying adult.
At the Peacock Pavilion: Teddy Bear Clinic & Bear Facts & Artifacts!
Juggling & Hoops with Lady Blaze: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the Big Cow
At the Research Station: Storytime & Crafts
Beardsley Zoo
1875 Noble Ave.
Bridgeport.
Info
Creature Feature
12 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Join them every Saturday at noon to learn about some of their resident animal ambassadors
Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center
FREE
10 Deerfield Lane
Ansonia
203 736 1053
Dance Like No One’s Watching!
DANCING IN THE PARKING LOT
Sponsored by Catholic War Veterans in Derby
6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
$10 Donation
CWV Post 1562, 112 Derby Ave.
Call 203 – 734-9748 after 1 p.m. for more information.
Hot Dogs included…..Raffle..…50/50…..children under 12 free.
It’s a fundraiser to support the “Barque Eagle Sea Cadets”.
— — — — —SUNDAY, AUG. 28, 2016— — — — —
Get Some Corn!
Farmers’ Market
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Derby Green
Between Elizabeth and Minerva streets
Black Bear Talk!
2 p.m.
Hosted by the Seymour Historical Society
State wildlife educator Paul Colburn, a graduate of the state’s Master Wildlife Conservationist Program, will discuss the history of Connecticut bears, their habitat and diet, and scientific research into their behavior. He’ll also offer insight as to how residents can coexist with these increasingly nosy neighbors.
$5 for nonmembers
59 West St.
Seymour
More info
Demolition Derby!
3 p.m.
As part of the 2016 Terryville Lions Country Fair
Terryville
Info
Dinner And A Movie!
4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Sponsored by: Master’s Table Community Meals, Inc
All are welcome to join us for a meal, and a movie. Bring your family, friends etc. The movie (to be announced) will be an exciting and fun for all ages to enjoy. The movie starts at 4:30pm. No RSVP required.
Admission: Free
More info.
Assumption Church Hall (handicap accessible)
61 North Cliff Street
Ansonia
