This Week’s Events In New Canaan Area

NEW CANAAN, CT — Looking for things to do this week? As more local businesses and venues reopen and it becomes safer to gather in small groups, don’t miss what’s new on your New Canaan Patch community calendar. Here are some events taking place in town this week.

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Featured Event: New Canaan Artisans Spring Boutique

• When: Monday, May 17th at 1:00 p.m.
• Where: Roger Sherman Inn
• What: This wonderful community event features exceptional quality gifts and handcrafts. Including home décor, knitted children’s sweaters, needlepoint, embroidered linen, table decorations, aprons and one of a kind doll clothes.All proceeds from the sale are donated to support 23 ch… Learn More

Featured Event: Freedom of Speech in the Digital Age

• When: Monday, May 17th at 7:00 p.m.
• Where: St. Luke’s School – Online
• What: St. Luke’s Civil Discourse SeriesFreedom of Speech in the Digital AgeMonday and May 17 at 7:00pmRegister to AttendThe struggle to apply free speech principles in digital spaces is endlessly complex and fascinating. Join St. Luke’s Head of School Mark Davis and two guests actively… Learn More

Featured Event: Amy Kahn Russell POP UP Store open ONLY Thru JUNE 3

• When: Tuesday, May 18th at 10:00 a.m.
• What: Amy Kahn Russell is an international Jewelry Designer with her studio based right here in Ridgefield. Twice a year Amy holds a SAMPLE SALE but instread with Covid she opened a POP UP store at 9 Bailey Ave here in Ridgefield! Only thru June 3rd. So don’t miss this opportunit… Learn More

Featured Event: FREE WEBINAR | Italy’s Great Monuments: San Clemente in Rome

• When: Tuesday, May 18th at 11:00 a.m.
• What: FREE WEBINAR Italy’s Great Monuments: San Clemente in Rome Presented by Dr. Rocky Ruggiero Date & Time: Tuesday, May 18, 2021 11:00 am – 12:00 pm ETJoin Dr. Rocky for this free webinar to understand why no complex in Rome better expresses the historical complexity of the c… Learn More

Free Webinar: Composing an Effective College Application Essay

• When: Tuesday, May 18th at 6:30 p.m.
• Where: Webinar – Online
• What: Summit Educational Group’s Connecticut Office (https://mytutor.com/) is pleased to sponsor this webinar designed by the expert writing coaches at Hillside Writing. The founder of Hillside, Allan Reeder, will share tips and strategies for young writers embarking on the college… Learn More

Featured Event: Looking for a Pre-K program? Check out New Canaan Country School!

• When: Wednesday, May 19th at 10:00 a.m.
• Where: Looking for a Pre-K program? Check out New Canaan Country School!
• What: Prospective parents are invited to take a look at a typical day in the life of New Canaan Country School’s Early Childhood division for students ages 3, 4 and Kindergarten. Head of Early Childhood Beth O’Brien will discuss our academic, arts, music and athletic programs specif… Learn More

Featured Event: Charming Chappaqua, NY Single Family Auction

• When: Wednesday, May 19th at 6:30 p.m.
• Where: Charming Chappaqua, NY Single Family Auction
• What: Come and enjoy the entire experience of outbidding participants and smile during a smooth transition while picking up your winnings. CHES respectfully presents a lavish luxury estate liquidation auction from the Elite Chappaqua, NY region featuring high-end furnishings. Please… Learn More

Featured Event: WEBINAR: How Might Policy Changes Impact Corporate Executives

• When: Wednesday, May 19th at 6:30 p.m.
• Where: Online Event
• What: Join RegentAtlantic Co-Head of Investments, Andy Kapyrin, and Wealth Advisors Abby Rosen and Chad O’Brien for a discussion on President Biden’s policy changes that may impact corporate executives. They will share planning strategies that could help you prepare and take action … Learn More

Featured Event: Shattering the Stigma of Mental Health

• When: Wednesday, May 19th at 7:00 p.m.
• Where: Woodway Country Club, Hoyt Street, Darien, CT and via Zoom
• What: New Canaan CARES and the Town of New Canaan bring you “Shattering the Stigma of Mental Health” with TEDx Speaker Emily Torchiana.  A empowering conversation for parents and teens Emily Torchiana has been featured on the news and travels across the country sharing her personal … Learn More

Featured Event: The Montessori School Virtual Prospective Parent Event

• When: Thursday, May 20th at 9:00 a.m.
• Where: Meet with Admissions Live Via Zoom!
• What: Our students are engaged and full of joy to be learning and growing from a full-time, in-person experience on our beautiful campus! The philosophy is based on individualized, whole-child learning with each Lead Teacher AMI Montessori trained and certified to teach a specific l… Learn More

Featured Event: Sudden Money: Now What? 10am, 12noon, or 5pm

• When: Thursday, May 20th at 10:00 a.m.
• Where: Online – ZOOM
• What: Ready to make smart decisions with your newly acquired finances? Join Certified Financial PlannerTM Caroline Wetzel for a webinar where she will will offer strategies for managing significant wealth following death, divorce, or other major life changes and tips for avoiding co… Learn More

Featured Event: 6PM | Experience Halotherapy + Restorative Aerial Fusion

• When: Thursday, May 20th at 6:00 p.m.
• Where: Salt Cave of Darien
• What: GET SALTED + RESTORED @ Salt Cave of Darien | 555 Post Road Darien, CT. Experience the benefits of Halotherapy (Himalayan Pink Salt) + Restorative Aerial Fusion. (Suspended Aerial Hammock Fitness) Thursday May 20 | Two Sessions:6:00 pm – 7:15 pm – FEW SPOTS OPEN7:30 pm – 8:45 … Learn More

DVCC’s Voices of Courage 19th Annual Spring Luncheon

• When: Thursday, May 20th at 11:30 a.m.
• Where: virtual
• What: The Domestic Violence Crisis Center (DVCC) will host its 19th Annual Voices of Courage Spring Luncheon, on May 20 from 11:30am to 1pm. The virtual event will feature keynote speaker, Donna Ferrato, an award-winning photojournalist, author, domestic violence prevention activist… Learn More

What I Wish I Knew Then – a luncheon for women in transition

• When: Thursday, May 20th at 12:00 p.m.
• What: What I Wish I Knew Then – a private support and networking lunch for women in transition. Hosted by local New Canaan resident, Jen Kane Paterson, CDFA ®, Investment AdvisorTopics to include:     Demystifying Divorce Learn the 3 key things that matter     Financial Imperatives … Learn More

Featured Event: Amy Kahn Russell POP UP Only Open thru JUNE 3. Don’t miss it!

• When: Friday, May 21st at 10:00 a.m.
• What: Amy Kahn Russell is an international Jewelry Designer with her studio based right here in Ridgefield. Twice a year Amy holds a sample sale and with Covid she opened a POP UP store at 9 Bailey Ave here in Ridgefield! Only thru June 3rd. So don’t miss this opportunity to shop… Learn More

Featured Event: The Children’s School: A place where young minds can blossom

• When: Friday, May 21st at 5:00 p.m.
• Where: The Children’s School
• What: A place where young minds can blossom At the heart of all that we do at The Children’s School stands the intellectual and emotional blossoming of each child. Come see how our gifted teachers nurture and encourage young students, guiding them to discover their own interests and… Learn More

Featured Event: Hope Blossoms Spring Brunch Event

• When: Saturday, May 22nd at 11:00 a.m.
• What: Caroline House invites you to the Hope Blossoms – Spring Brunch Event which will take place Saturday, May 22, 2021, 11:00am-3:00pm. The Caroline House award recipient is Joe Purcell for his contributions to the Caroline House mission. Cocktails, Brunch, Raffle and Live Music. … Learn More

New Canaan VFW Post Annual Veterans Flag Placements

• When: Saturday, May 22nd at 8:00 a.m.
• Where: Lakeview Cemetery
• What: The New Canaan VFW is sponsoring the annual Veterans flag placements at Lakeview Cemetery on Saturday, May 22 from 8AM to 10 AM. All are invited to this traditional New Canaan patriotic event. Learn More

Hope Blossoms Spring Brunch Event

• When: Saturday, May 22nd at 11:00 a.m.
• What: Caroline House invites you to the Hope Blossoms – Spring Brunch Event which will take place Saturday, May 22, 2021, 11:00am-3:00pm. The Caroline House award recipient is Joe Purcell for his contributions to the Caroline House mission. Cocktails, Brunch, Raffle and Live Music. … Learn More

C4C Young Adult Conference

• When: Saturday, May 22nd at 5:30 p.m.
• Where: St. Mary’s Church
• What: Join Crossroads 4 Christ for their Second Annual Young Adult Conference from May 17th – 23rd! This years’ theme “Into the Deep” promises to bring you deeper into the abundant life Jesus offers us, a life lived with Him and in His Church. Throughout the week you will be invited… Learn More

Check out all the local events posted by your neighbors, or add your own, on the New Canaan Patch community calendar.

Editor’s note: This article was automatically generated based on event information mainly provided by community members. Patch has not independently verified most of this information. Click on any event in the list for more details. You can also reach out to [email protected] with any questions or other feedback about this article.