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Table of 

Contents 

FEATURES 

20 Happy St. Patrick’s Day 

On a day when we’re all a little Irish, add some magic to 

your celebration. 

22 Children’s Health 

Bedtime battles can be tough, but the quality of a child’s 

sleep is related to their overall health and success. 

Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts on the UConn campus 

presents The Little Prince on March 3. Turn to page 68, and read 

more about it in our Family Fun Calendar. 

24 Pools & Playstructures 

As the snow finally starts to melt away, take time to give your 

backyard equipment a spring check-up. 

25 Family Travel 

With the last blast of winter upon us, is there a better place 

to visit than the warmer climes of sunny Florida? 

32 Camps & Summer Programs 

Doing research now will enable you to ask camp directors 

the right questions and get the best information. 

March 2013 

Volume 29 Number 7 

33 Camp Resource Guide 

Our annual camp and summer program showcase is the 

#1 local resource for find the best option for your child! 

82 Children's Bookshelf 

It’s all about caring, as the Norwalk Public Library offers 

ideas that will all make us think about the loved ones in 

our lives 

Come to Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo on March 9 to meet three 

reptilian education ambassadors, including “Marlena” the iguana, 

pictured above. Photo by Shannon Calvert. Turn to page 9, and 

read more about it in our Small Talks. 

DEPARTMENTS 

8 Editor’s Note 

Focusing on our children’s health 

9 Small Talk 

News bits from the heart of Connecticut 

68 Family Fun Calendar 

As we make the transition from winter to spring, here are 

great activities that combine outdoor adventures with 

indoor family events 



Table of 

Contents 

ADVERTISING 

7 Out & About 

27 Independent School Guide 

28 Independent School Directory 

37 Camp & Summer Program Directory 

75 Child Care & Preschool Directory 

83 Party Planner 

90 Classifieds 

ABOUT OUR COVERS 

On the left, Ute-Christin Photography (utechristinphotography.com) took a 

portrait of remembrance as the rose is a symbol of a lost loved one. On the 

cover of our Fairfield edition, Nicole Taylor Photography (nicoletaylorphoto.com) 

captured a poignant winter scene just days after the February blizzard. 

March 2013 

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ATTRACTIONS 

PEZ CANDY 

35 Prindle Hill Road, Orange, CT (203) 795-0531 

www.pez.com 

Come see and experience the PEZ brand in person. Over 

4,000 square feet dedicated to all things PEZ! See the largest, 

collection of PEZ memorabilia, a PEZ motorcycle built by 

Orange County Choppers, the world’s largest PEZ dispenser, 

view the production area and more. 

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MUSEUMS 

CONNECTICUT SCIENCE CENTER 

250 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT (860) SCIENCE 

www.CTScienceCenter.org 

Resources from near & far have come together to create a truly 

unique and powerful experience with lasting educational impact. 

150 brand-new exhibits that include everything from race cars to 

rocket ships and brainwaves in your head to life on Mars. Build 

your own inventions using the hottest high tech tools! 

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 

MASHANTUCKET PEQUOT MUSEUM 

& RESEARCH CENTER 

110 Pequot Trail, Mashantucket, CT (800) 411-9671 

www.pequotmuseum.org 

The Pequot Museum brings to life the Native American and 

natural history of New England through life-size interactive 

exhibits, films, cultural workshops, science programs and live 

performances. Gift shop, restaurant, parking, handicap 

accessible. Come explore with us! 

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 

SHORE LINE TROLLEY MUSEUM 

17 River Street, East Haven, CT (203) 467-6927 

www.shorelinetrolley.org 

Savor the atmosphere of the trolley era. Ride the historic Branford 

Electric Railway, the oldest continually operating suburban 

trolley in the U.S. A national historic site. Days of operation: 

Memorial Day to Labor Day, daily. 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sat. & 

Sun. in May, Sept., Oct. Abbreviated schedule in Nov. & Dec. 

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 

OUT & ABOUT 

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YALE PEABODY MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY 

170 Whitney Avenue, New Haven, CT (203) 432-5050 

www.peabody.yale.edu 

Enormous dinosaur fossils dominate the Great Hall of this 

family-friendly venue housing 4 billion years of history. See a 

dazzling array of gems, minerals and meteorites, learn about 

earthquakes and tsunamis, peer inside an Egyptian tomb and 

visit live creature exhibits in the Discovery Room. Exit 3 off I-91. 

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 

PERFORMING ARTS 

CAPA/SHUBERT THEATER 

247 College Street, New Haven, CT (203) 562-5666 

www.shubert.com 

“The Birthplace of the Nation’s Greatest Hits.” Experience the 

best of Broadway, world-class family entertainment, 

internationally-acclaimed artists and multi-cultural events at the 

historic Shubert Theater. Opened in 1914, the legendary theater 

has been home to more than 300 world premiere productions. 

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 

DOWNTOWN CABARET THEATRE 

263 Golden Hill Street, Bridgeport, CT (203) 576-1636 

www.dtcab.com 

Downtown Cabaret Theatre presents the best in musical and 

performing talent, outstanding artistic and technical effects and 

the happiest environment of any theatre in the land. Bring your 

own picnic and refreshments and sit at comfortable tables with 

friends and family while enjoying great entertainment. 

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 

JORGENSEN CTR. FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS 

2132 Hillside Road, UConn, Storrs, CT (860) 486-4226 

www.jorgensen.uconn.edu 

Presenting 25-30 nationally and internationally acclaimed 

artists and ensembles annually, ranging from classical music 

to world music and dance, comedy, family programming and 

contemporary entertainment. In addition to performances, 

visiting artists augment the formal educational process. 

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 

NEW HAVEN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 

P.O. Box 9718, New Haven, CT (203) 865-0831, ext. 10 

www.newhavensymphony.org 

NHSO is a symphony of the highest artistic standards that 

performs a broad range of repertoire to a wide and diverse 

audience. They also provide quality educational experiences 

and perform regularly in the Greater New Haven region, 

serving as a leader in the cultural life of the area. 

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 

PALACE THEATER 

100 East Main Street, Waterbury, CT (203) 346-2000 

www.palacetheaterct.org 

Renaissance Revival-style theater showcases a performance 

schedule boasting professional Broadway performances, 

wellknown comedy acts, musicians, top quality family 

entertainment and more. 

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STAMFORD CENTER FOR THE ARTS 

61 Atlantic Street, Stamford, CT (203) 325-4466 

www.scalive.org 

Presenting exciting entertainment that enhances and enriches 

the cultural, educational, economic and social life of the 

community. The season includes concerts, theatre performances, 

comedy, dance, musicals, opera and family entertainment. The 

educational programs instill an appreciation for the arts. 

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WARNER THEATRE 

68 Main Street, Torrington, CT (860) 489-7180, ext. 121 

www.warnertheatre.org 

Built by Warner Brothers Studios and opened in 1931 as a movie 

palace, the Warner Theatre was described then as “Connecticut's 

Most Beautiful Theatre.” Today the theatre features a wide 

variety of shows for the entire family. See plays, performances 

for children, musical entertainment, opera and more.♥ 

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Focusing on Our Children’s Health 

Since the tragic events that transpired in Newtown, our focus has been on our 

children’s safety, and well it should be. However, there are 

decisions we make in our daily lives that have an impact on our 

children’s health and safety. Obvious examples are making sure 

our children don’t dart out between parked cars in a busy 

shopping center and wear a helmet when riding a bike. But what 

decisions fall squarely on our shoulders, when the onus is on us 

to do right by our children? 

At this time, Connecticut State lawmakers are considering a ban 

on smoking in cars that contain small children. State Rep. Henry 

Genga of East Hartford, who has been pushing the bill, cited 

medical research in the creation of the proposal. “Until they are the age of 7, their 

immunity systems are not mature,” Genga told WTNH.com, “so they require a lot 

more air than you and I would, multiple times more.” Genga also noted that simply 

cracking a window won’t cut it, likening smoke-filled cars with the windows open to 

banned smoking bars. Genga compared this legislation to what has been inacted in 

for “seat belts, cell phones [and] child restraint seats.” “This just makes sense, it’s 

common sense; it’s the right thing to do,” he added. 

If it is “common sense,” I find it disheartening that we have to pass a law. 

According to a 2012 study by the CDC, second-hand smoke exposure is 

associated with acute respiratory infections, middle ear disease, delayed lung 

growth, and more severe asthma. Second-hand smoke is particularly hazardous in 

the relatively confined space of a car. The report states, “nonsmoking youth are . . . 

particularly vulnerable to second-hand smoke due to their limited ablility to avoid 

smoke-permitted envrionments, hight breathing rates, and the developing nature of 

their respiratory, immune, and nervous systems.” 

So far, only three states, Arkansas, California and Lousiana have passed 

legislation protecting young children from second-hand smoke in cars. If parents 

know it is harmful to their children if they smoke in the car, then why do it? So 

much of what happens to our kids in this world is out of our control. Maintaining a 

healthy air quality in the car is something we can control. Don’t wait for a law to tell 

you the right thing to do! 

We put so much energy into giving our children a great education and social life, 

don’t let your kids down by compromising their health. It may become the law! 

Sincerely, 

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smalltalk 

Who doesn’t love some good “trashtalk” 

once in a while? When you 

come to the Family/Friends Fun Day at 

the CRRA Trash Museum in Hartford 

on Saturday, March 16 from 10-11:30 

a.m. and noon-1:30 p.m. you can 

discuss all kinds of garbage, recycling, 

sustainability and more — and have a 

great time too! 

The educators at the museum will be 

organizing tours of the facility 

beginning at the Temple of Trash. Learn 

about the problems of old-fashioned 

methods of disposal and discover 

Tours of the CRRA Trash Museum begin at the Temple of Trash. 

solutions, including an explanation Workshop. Using cereal boxes to create 

of source reduction, recycling, 

art collages, you will be able to turn 

trash-to-energy and landfills. You will trash into treasure when he teaches you 

also be able to see the new single- how to create your own artwork using 

stream recycling facility in operation. this method. There is a workshop for 

Follow newspapers, cardboard, junk families from 10-11:30 a.m. and a 

mail, bottles, cans and plastic 

program for young adults (ages 21-40) 

containers from the tipping floor and from noon-2 p.m. 

watch them as they are crushed or Admission to the museum is $4 and 

baled. The prepared recyclables will free for children under 2. The CRRA 

be shipped to markets and made into Trash Museum is located at 211 

new products. 

Murphy Road. 

Pop artist Michael Albert will be on For more information, call 860-757hand 

to conduct a “Cerealism” Art 7765 or visit www.crra.org. 


Come down to the Madison Surf 

Club on Sunday, March 24 for the 21st 

annual Madison Exchange Club’s 

Leprechaun 5-Miler! 

Stretch your legs and enjoy picturesque 

views of the Long Island Sound after a 

long winter of hibernation with this day 

of Saint Patrick’s festivities. Try to hang 

onto your four leaf clovers as brisk 

ocean air blows in on this certified five 

mile course that rivals even the beauty 

of Ireland! 

If you’re a seasoned runner trying for 

SMILE for just a week 

or the whole summer at 

Hamden Hall 

Summer 

Programs 

Exciting programs available for 

children in PreSchool through 

High School. 

June 17 to 

August 9 

CAMP HORNET 

TEEN CAMP 

SPORTS CAMPS 

OUTDOOR CLASSROOM 

BECKERMAN ATHLETIC CENTER 

225 Skiff Street • Hamden, CT 06517 • 203.752.2600 • www.hamdenhall.org 

your personal best, you will be truly 

graced with the luck of the Irish as Platt 

Systems provides digital timing and 

results. If your not quite up for the five 

mile challenge, opt for a two mile 

fitness walk. For little leprechauns there 

will be a Kids Fun Run. T-shirts will be 

awarded to the first 500 registrants. 

Feeling extra festive? Come dressed for 

the leprechaun costume contest. 

Refreshments will be provided and 

contributions include clam chowder 

from Lenny and Joe’s Fish Tale, bagels 

Open 

House 

SUNDAY, APRIL 28 

1–3p.m. 

from Cohen’s, yogurt, oranges and 

bananas from Robert’s Food Center and 

water and fruit from Bishop’s Orchards. 

All proceeds from the race benefit the 

Exchange Club’s work towards child 

abuse prevention. Registration fees range 

from $10-$25. 

Register online by March 22 at 11 a.m. 

or on race day starting at 9 a.m. Both 

five and two-mile races start at 11 a.m. 

sharp and the Kid’s Fun Run starts at 

10:30 a.m. The Surf Club is located at 70 

Surf Club Road. For more information 

email madison.exchange@gmail.com or 

visit www.madisonexchange.org. 

Revving Up in 

Bridgeport 

Advance Auto Parts is proud to 

present Monster Jam at the Webster 

Bank Arena in Bridgeport. 

Photo courtesy of Feld Entertainment. 

Come watch on Friday, March 8, 

Saturday March 9 and Sunday, March 

10 as your favorite trucks are pitted 

against one another in traditional 

bracket racing or as these mountains of 

steel and chrome exhaust perform awe 

inspiring stunts and amazing tricks in 

the freestyle competition. 

Want to rub elbows with Gary Porter, 

the driver of “Grave Digger,” Becky 

McDonough of “El Toro Loco” or any of 

the drivers who finesse those humongous 

rigs? Go to www.monsterjam.com for all 

Pit Party and Pit Pass information. 

There will be four scheduled shows 

throughout the weekend with plenty of 

opportunities to catch the action. 

Friday’s show starts at 7:30 p.m. Gates 

open at 6 p.m. On Saturday, in addition 

to the 7:30 p.m. show, there will be a 

matinee starting at 2 p.m. Gates for the 

matinee open at 1 p.m. Sunday will 

also host a 2 p.m. start and 1 p.m. gate 

time. Tickets range from $20-$55. 

The Webster Bank Arena is located 

at 600 Main Street. 

For information, call 800-745-3000 or 

visit www.monsterjam.com. 


Looking for a great family activity? 

Look no further — Creative Arts 

Workshop (CAW) in New Haven is 

offering the Big Brush Workshop on 

Sunday, March 9 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 

The workshop is a fun and unique 

opportunity to bring family members 

together so they can express themselves 

while playing with paint. This is a great 

way for parents, grandparents and 

children to spend quality time together 

and experience the joy of discovering 

their own creativity! 

CAW supplies everything except a 

two-inch paintbrush and a willingness 

to trust the process. Bring a lunch or 

snack without nuts. 

The cost for the workshop is $50 

for an adult and child; and $25 

for additional family members. 

CAW members pay $45 for an adult 

Berenstain Bears 

Discover Family Ties 

Mamas, papas and cubs of all ages — 

come to the Ridgefield Playhouse in 

Ridgefield on Saturday, March 9 at 11 

a.m. and 2 p.m. to see Berenstain Bears 

Live in Family Matters. 

Photo courtesy of Berenstain Enterprises. 

CAW is Painting the Town Red 

Adapted from the classic children’s 

book series by Stan and Jan Berenstain, 

this musical brings everyone’s favorite 

bear family to life. 

The Berenstain Bears learn important 

life lessons in a production filled with 

fun songs and dancing. In the end, it 

becomes clear to each of the bears that 

what truly matters is family. This is a 

thrilling theatrical experience that kids, 

as well as parents, will treasure for 

many years to come. 

Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for 

children. The Ridgefield Playhouse is 

located at 80 East Ridge. 

For more information, call 203-438-5795 

or visit www.ridgefieldplayhouse.org. 

and child; and $23 for additional 

family members. 

CAW has another great family 

workshop during March. Children, 

ages 7-12 with an adult, can come to 

Pottery: Take Two! on Sunday, March 24 

from 1-4 p.m. 

Spend the afternoon in the pottery 

studio to inspire and encourage each 

other while exploring clay together. 

Working with different, naturally 

occurring colors of clay, hand-build and 

sculpt animals, bowls and tiles. Apply 

colored slips and washes so the pieces 

can be fired at a later date, with pickup 

in about two weeks. 

The cost for the workshop is $60 

for an adult and child; and $25 for 

additional family members. CAW 

members pay $54 for an adult 

and child; and $23 for additional 

family members. 

Creative Arts Workshop is located at 

80 Audubon Street. For more 

information, call 203-562-4927 or visit 

www.creativeartsworkshop.org. 


Viva La 

Carnaval! 

Muchachos, muchachas y toda la 

familia can have a south of the border 

party right in their own backyard! 

Fiesta! Celebrating Hispanic Holidays and 

Cultures continues on Saturday, March 

16 from 2:30-3:30 p.m. with Carnaval at 

the South Norwalk Public Library. 

Children will learn where Carnaval 

takes place and its history. They can 

win treats and prizes by participating 

in a question and answer period. 

Carnaval will be celebrated with 

different games, music and dances. 

The program ends with a special 

conga line down to the library! Shake 

your maracas, this fiesta will be hot, 

hot, hot! Vamos! 

This family program will take place in 

Spanish with some English translation! 

Admission is free and registration 

is required. The South Norwalk 

Public Library is located at 10 

Washington Street. 

For more information and to register, 

call 203-899-2790, ext. 15903 or visit 

www.norwalklib.org. 

Discover Women’s 

History Month 

Saturday, March 23 from 10 a.m. to 3 

p.m. marks a celebration of Women’s 

History Month at the Discovery 

Museum in Bridgeport. 

Join the League of Women Voters and 

the American Association of University 

Women in a day of events focused on 

STEAM initiatives (science, technology, 

engineering, arts and math). You’re 

sure to be inspired as women working 

in these disciplines tell their stories and 

talk about their professions. 

All visitors will be given tote bags to 

collect various giveaway items and are 

encouraged to inquire about career 

opportunities for women within the 

presenters’ fields. 

Be sure to arrive early as the museum 

expects hundreds of women of all ages 

to be in attendance. 2012’s event drew 

nearly 400 visitors! Admission to the 

museum on this day will be free. The 

Discovery Museum is located at 4450 

Park Avenue. 

For more information call 203-372-3521, 

or visit www.discoverymuseum.org. 


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Annual Easter Tradition in South Windsor 

Hop on over to South Windsor 

for an “egg-citing” morning on 

Friday, March 29. The 42nd 

Annual Imperial Oil Egg Hunt 

will be ready and waiting for 

little ones, age 2 to second grade, 

at the South Windsor High 

School Stadium. 

Come enjoy this fun-filled 

family event where children will 

hunt for plastic filled eggs, meet 

the spring bunny and enjoy a 

hot drink or snack that will be 

sold as a fundraiser. 

In conjunction with the Egg 

Hunt, the South Windsor Junior 

Women’s Club will sponsor a 

Kids’ Fair at the high school 

Photo by Shelby Kosa. 

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from 10 a.m.-1 

p.m. The Kids’ 

Fair includes 

games, prizes 

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everyone! 

Hunt times 

are at 10 a.m. 

for age 2; 10:15 

a.m. for age 3; 

10:30 a.m. for 

age 4; 10:45 

a.m. for kids in 

kindergarten; 

11 a.m. for first 

graders; and 

11:15 a.m. for 

second graders. 

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The hunt, sponsored by Imperial Oil 

and the South Windsor Parks and 

Recreation Department, will take place 

rain or shine. 

Admission is free but participants are 

asked to bring a non-perishable food 

item that will be donated to the South 

Windsor Food and Fuel Bank. South 

Windsor High School is located at 161 

Nevers Road. 

For more information, call 

860-648-6355 or visit 

www.recreation.southwindsor.org. 

Happy Birthday 

Dr. Seuss 

Get ready to party — on Saturday, 

March 2 the Lucy Robbins Welles 

Library in Newington will be 

Celebrating Dr. Seuss’ Birthday with 

a Bash! 

The festivities begin at 10:30 a.m. with 

If I Ran the Rainforest. The Creature 

Teachers will read a book based on the 

wonderful Seuss stories and introduce 

the real rainforest animals mentioned 

in the book. This program is suitable 

for children ages 4 and up. 

Photo courtesy of The Lucy Robbins Welles Library. 

The Lorax (rated PG) will be shown at 

noon for all to see. Kids under the age 

of 12 need to be accompanied by an 

adult and everyone can bring their 

lunch to eat while watching the movie. 

All day long there will be a craft 

table set up in the Children’s Room 

for children of all ages to make some 

Seussian crafts! This entire day’s 

events are sponsored by the Friends of 

the Library. 

Registration is required for the If I 

Ran the Rainforest event and all of 

the activities are free. The Lucy 

Robbins Welles Library is located at 95 

Cedar Street. 


or visit www.newingtonct.gov/library. 


Dance the Day Away in New Haven! 

Tired of watching your kids spend 

Saturdays parked in front of cartoons? 

Bring them down to the Omni Hotel in 

New Haven on Saturday, March 9 for 

the Family Concert Dance Party! 

Waltz, tango and cha-cha as the New 

Haven Symphony Orchestra provides 

music you and your little one can’t help 

but dance to! Teach them to two-step or 

make up your own moves as funky 

rhythms and groovy melodies echo 

through the halls of the historic hotel. 

Hello Dolly! at Christian 

Heritage School 

Christian Heritage School in 

Trumbull presents the delightful, 

musical comedy Hello, Dolly! on 

Thursday, March 14, Friday, March 15 

and Saturday, March 16. 

One of the most enduring musical 

theater hits, this lively story follows 

the adventures of America’s most 

beloved matchmaker. This snazzy, 

high-stepping classic features a fullscale 

cast and orchestra that glitters 

with show-stopping tunes that 

guarantee you will walk out of the 

theatre singing! 

Julia Campbell stars as Dolly. 

Performances are at 7 p.m. on 

Thursday and Friday; and 1 and 7 

p.m. on Saturday. Tickets will be on 

sale at the door one hour before the 

show. Call for prices. Christian 

Heritage School is located at 575 White 

Plains Road. 


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Whether your child is a little music 

lover or just wants to move around, the 

Family Concert Dance Party is the 

perfect way to spend a Saturday 

afternoon. This partnership concert 

benefits the Juvenile Diabetes Relief 

Fund and runs from 2:00-3:00p.m. 

Tickets are $15 for adults, and kids 

dance for free! The Omni Hotel is 

located at 155 Temple Street. 


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Cap off your Saint 

Patrick’s Day weekend 

festivities with The 

Hartford Marathon 

Foundation’s Max’s 

O’Hartford 5K and Wee 

Mile Races on Sunday, 

March 17! 

Work off all that corned 

beef and cabbage through 

Hartford’s downtown 

streets. Don’t be shy! 

Prove your Irish spirit 

with your favorite Saint 

Patrick’s themed costume. 

And, if you need 

encouragement, there’s a 

pot of gold waiting at the end of the 

Dance Party 

race for the 

best-dressed 

leprechauns! 

The race 

begins on 

Trumbull 

Street in 

front of the 

XL Center 

and ends at 

Pearl Street. 

The course 

is relatively 

flat and fast 

with Irish 

Bagpipers 

and Celtic 

fiddlers playing along the entire route. 

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The New Haven Symphony will keep the 

beat while you waltz, tango, and cha-cha at 

this afternoon dance party. 

Instrument Discovery Zone at 1:30pm 

Kids come FREE with paying adult: $15 

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mile or 1 mile untimed event for kids 

2-11, begins at 12:30 p.m. The entry fee 

is $10 and includes a t-shirt and 

finisher medal. Children, ages 5-17, can 

register for the 5K for $10 which begins 

at 1 p.m; for students, ages 18-21, the 

cost is $25; and for adults the cost is 

$30. After the race, replenish yourself 

with refreshments from the Max 

Restaurant Group. 

Runners can register online at 

www.hartfordmarathon.com or by 

phone at 888-600-2298. 

NHSO Performs 

Movie Themes Live! 

Calling all movie buffs! The New 

Haven Symphony Orchestra (NHSO) 

is coming to Hamden Middle School 

for an afternoon of your favorite 

movie soundtracks on Saturday, 

March 16 when they present Hooray 

for Hollywood. 

Come hear the music from the latest 

blockbusters or even turn your young 

ones onto the sounds of classic turn-ofthe-century 

films. Featuring a chorus 

of Hamden Public School students, 

this live performance will incorporate 

the songs that highlight the themes that 

lie at the heart of the films from the last 

100 years. 

Hearing these iconic songs will send 

you back to the cinemas of your youth 

and create lasting memories for your 

children with contemporary films. 

Have a blast trying to guess which 

movie each song is from, or just relax 

and enjoy soundtracks masterfully 

recreated by the orchestra. 

Hamden Middle School is located at 

2623 Dixwell Avenue. The show starts 

at 2:30 p.m. and runs until 5 p.m. 

Tickets are $35 and $45. 

For more information call 203 865 0831 

or visit www.newhavensymphony.org. 

Come visit us at the 

WEBE 108 Kids Fest on April 7 

and the 

Danbury Kids Expo on May 5! 


Haven’t you 

ever wondered how 

the Easter Bunny 

gets from house to 

house? By trolley, of 

course! Come see 

for yourself on 

March 23, 24, 29 and 

30 at the Shore Line 

Trolley Museum in 

East Haven. 

You’ll be as old as 

some of our 

displays by the time 

you finish having 

all the fun the 

museum has to 

offer. Families ride a 

Renaissance Family 

Day in Fairfield 

Bring the gang to the Bellarmine 

Museum of Art in Fairfield and learn 

about Renaissance art and culture on 

Saturday, March 9. 

Photo by Bellarmine Museum of Art. 

Photo courtesy of Jennifer Higham Photography. 

During this drop-in event, the whole 

family will enjoy art-making and craft 

activities from 1-4 p.m. Don’t miss the 

child-friendly gallery tour of the 

museum’s Renaissance paintings and 

then listen to tales about great artworks 

and the artists who made them during 

the story hour. 

The galleries will be open from noon-5 

p.m. Admission is free. The Bellarmine 

Museum of Art is located in Bellarmine 

Hall on the campus of Fairfield 

University, 1073 North Benson Road. 

For more information, call 203-254- 

4046, or visit www.fairfield.edu/muse 

100 year old beautifully restored trolley 

to meet the Easter Bunny and children 

receive a free gift, then enjoy 

springtime crafts and view the 

museum exhibits. Don’t forget to take 

plenty of pictures of your children with 

the Bunny! It is sure to be a day of 

holiday memories your children will 

always remember. 

Trains leave approximately every 30 

minutes so reservations are not 

necessary. The museum is open from 

10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. each day. Tickets 

for this event range from $6-$10. The 

Shore Line Trolley Museum is located 

at 17 River Street. 

For more information call (203) 467 

6927 or visit www.shorelinetrolley.org. 

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The St. Patrick’s 

Day celebration 

continues when Irish 

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storyteller Tom 

O’Carroll performs on 

Friday, March 22 at 8 

p.m. at the Simsbury 

Public Library. 

Tom O’Carroll, 

originally from 

Dublin, plays the 

guitar, a bodhran (an 

Irish goat-skin drum) 

and a ‘humble little 

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performance. Audiences are in for a 

treat with lots of sounds and snippets 

of history, folklore and genealogy. 

Whether playing a plaintive air on the 

tin whistle, or singing and playing 

rousing traditional songs to the 

accompaniment of the guitar or 

bodhran, O’Carroll will captivate 

everyone with a program of lively 

Irish culture. 

Admission to the concert is free. The 

Simsbury Public Library is located at 

725 Hopmeadow Street. 

For more information, call 860-658- 

7663 or visit www.simsburylibrary.info. 

Tom O’Carroll on the bodhran. Photo by Debbie O’Carroll. Easter Egg Hunt at 

Waveny Park 

The town of New Canaan, in 

partnership with the Young Women’s 

League, presents their 40th Annual 

Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 23 

at Wavenly Park. 

The hunt starts at 10:45 a.m. but make 

sure you get there bright and early for 

a chance to take pictures with Mr. and 

Mrs. Bunny who will be arriving on 

their Old Faithful Fire Engine at 10 a.m. 

Children can feel what it’s like to hop 

around like a rabbit in one of the many 

bounce houses or even try to beat 

fellow bunny wannabes in Bunny Hop 

Sack Races. Once the big hunt is over, 

enjoy Easter treats and dance the day 

away to the sounds of the Dixieland 

Jazz band. 

The hunt is free. Waveny Park is 

located at 677 South Avenue. In case of 

rain, the day’s events will take place at 

New Canaan High School. 


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Attention kids ages 6 and up! The 

animal education ambassadors at 

Photo by Shannon Calvert. 

Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo in 

Bridgeport need your help on 

Saturday, March 9. 

This is your chance to meet three 

reptilian education ambassadors — 

“Marlena” the iguana, “Baby,” the 

seven-foot boa constrictor and “Darth 

Gator,” a baby American alligator, and 

help make lunch for some of the other 

animal education ambassadors. After 

the program, all chefs will enjoy 

cookies and hot chocolate by the fire. 

Can you think of a better way to cure 

the late winter blues? 

This program takes place from 10- 

11:30 a.m. and is not recommend for 

children under 6. The cost is $10 for 

adults and $15 for kids. Those 

attending this program receive half off 

the kid’s admission to the zoo with a 

regular paid adult ticket. Registration 

is required. 

The zoo has 

other great 

programs that 

take place 

during the 

month of 

March. 

Children, ages 

18 months to 3 

years old with 

an adult, can 

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animals move. The cost is $10-$15 for 

one adult and one child. Preregistration 

is required. 

On St. Patrick’s Day, Sunday, March 

17, shake your shamrock, groove your 

green and ease on down the road to 

the zoo! Kids that are in the Irish 

spirit and wear anything green that 

day will be admitted free when 

accompanied by a paying adult. And 

don’t miss the educational Green 

Animal scavenger hunt! 

Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is 

located at 1875 Noble Avenue. For 

more information, call 203-394-6563 or 

visit www.beardsleyzoo.org. 

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Happy 

St. Patrick’s Day 

by Pam Molnar 

The celebration of St. Patrick’s Day has spread throughout the world. Originating in Ireland, 

March 17 was spent at church and with family, celebrating the teachings of Christianity. When the 

Irish emigrated to the United States and Canada, the festivities evolved into the wearing of the 

green, watching parades and eating corned beef and cabbage. In recent years, countries as far away 

as Japan and Russia started celebrating St. Patrick’s Day, proving you don’t have to be Irish to 

enjoy their holiday! 

Whether you are Irish or not, take 

time to explore these fun activities with 

your family. With a 

dozen ideas to 

choose from, 

you can extend 

your celebration 

right through 

the month 

of March! 

• Grow a 

leprechaun. 

Decorate a terra cotta 

pot with a leprechaun 

face. Fill the pot with 

soil and add shamrock 

seeds (found online at 

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a sunny place and watch the “hair” of 

your leprechaun grow. 

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• Watch Irish movies together. Try The 

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of the Leprechauns or The Luck 

of the Irish. 

• Live a greener life. Use this 

“green” month to teach 

your children how their 

efforts can help the 

environment. Conserve water 

by taking shorter showers, save 

energy by shutting off electronics when 

not in use, and walk instead of drive 

when possible. 

• Make Irish Soda Bread. Combine 4 

cups of flour, 4 tablespoons of white 

sugar, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 

tablespoon baking powder, 1/2 

teaspoon of salt and 1/2 cup of 

softened margarine in a bowl. Add 1 

cup of buttermilk, 1 egg and 1 cup of 

raisins (optional) and mix well. Knead 

dough slightly and form into a round. 

Place on a baking sheet. Cut an “X” in 

the bread top and brush with 1 egg 

white. Bake for 45-50 minutes at 

375 degrees. 

• Have the leprechaun visit every night 

while you sleep. Similar to the Elf on 

the Shelf, the leprechaun comes by 

every night to do mischievous 

things like empty the tissue box or 

hide the remote. 

• Hunt for four leaf clovers. If the 

weather doesn’t allow, get crafty by 

creating your own with green felt, 

yarn, pipe cleaners or construction 

paper. Decorate your house with 

your creations. 

• Research your family tree even if 

you don’t have Irish roots. Start with 

a free trial on Ancestry.com and 

see how far back you can trace your 

family’s history. You may be surprised 

to find a few leprechauns hanging out 

in your family tree. 

• Pull out the cards, board games or video 

games and challenge your family to see who 

has the Luck of the Irish. 

• Make rainbow 

cupcakes. Prepare a 

box of white cake mix 

as directed. Place equal 

amounts of the batter 

in six separate bowls. 

Add food coloring to each bowl to make 

yellow, orange, red, green, blue and 

purple batter. Spoon equal amounts of 

the colored batter into a prepared 

muffin tin. Do not mix. Bake as directed. 

Decorate with green icing and yellow 

mini chocolate candies to represent the 

gold at the end of the rainbow. 

• Incorporate a green vegetable into your 

dinner plan each night. Try broccoli, 

brussels sprouts, peas, spinach, 

asparagus, cucumbers and green beans. 

Tell your kids that leprechauns love 

everything green and that you made 

some of their favorite meals. It’s a great 

way to get them to try new veggies. For 

really picky eaters, offer a chocolate 

gold coin chaser as a reward for trying. 

• Make your own green 

flowers. Buy a bouquet of 

white carnations. Fill a 

vase with water and 

several drops of green 

food coloring. Make a 

fresh cut in the bottom of 

the flower stem before placing them in 

the vase. Watch as the green food 

coloring slowly makes it way up the 

stem and into the white flower turning 

the petals green. 

• Make an Irish stew. While every Irish 

family has their own version of a 

traditional stew, the common 

ingredient is simplicity. A basic stew 

includes beef or lamb, carrots, onions 

and potatoes in a water base. This 

hardy meal is great on a cold March 

evening. 

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Children’s 

Health 

Getting Your Child to 

by Denise Yearian 

The joys of parenting can quickly be 

replaced by the woes of bedtime 

battles. If getting your child to sleep 

through the night is leaving you 

exhausted, you’re not alone. An 

estimated 70 percent of all children 

under age 10 regularly experience 

trouble getting to and staying asleep. 

Rechel Durham knows this too well. 

From the time her daughter Jaden was 

6 months old, her parents had 

established a bed and nap time routine, 

and Jaden was a champion sleeper. But 

one year later when her brother came 

along, things changed. 

“I was able to maintain consistency 

with regard to Jaden’s schedule. But 

because I didn’t want Ethan’s crying to 

keep her awake, I’d nurse him to sleep 

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rather than let him fall asleep on his 

own as I had done with his sister,” says 

the mother of two. “The problem was, 

when he woke up in the middle of the 

night, I’d have to nurse him back to 

sleep, even after we could have 

eliminated those nighttime feedings.” 

The issue continued to escalate and, at 

18 months when the boy was weaned, 

his mother was a slave to her son’s 

sleep habits. 

“By this time, I had to lay down with 

him at night just to get him to sleep. 

Then, when he woke up in the middle 

of the night, he’d come running to my 

room and insist on climbing into bed 

with me,” she continues. 

What Durham didn’t realize was she 

had created a pattern whereby her son 

needed her help to fall asleep. At age 4, 

the problem persists. This, say experts, 

is common and continues if it isn’t 

nipped in the bud. 

“When parents rock, nurse or lull their 

child to sleep rather than teaching him 

to fall asleep independently, the child 

never learns to be a self soother and 

may expect the same treatment when 

he wakes during the night,” says Kathy 

Peeke, an advance practice nurse for a 

sleep and apnea program. 

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To avoid this, put your child down 

while he is drowsy but still awake. 

Equally important is to establish 

regular bed and nap times and create a 

calm bedtime routine that prepares him 

to rest. These are, in fact, the three keys 

to establishing good sleep habits and 

can be implemented around 3 months 

of age. But initiating the process may 

not be easy. 

“The biggest hurdle most parents 

have is putting their child down 

while he is still awake,” says Jodi 

Mindell, Ph.D. and author of Sleeping 

through the Night. “You can expect tears, 

maybe even for a few weeks. But 

eventually your child will start sleeping 

for longer stretches.” 

Tips to Your Child Getting a 

Good Night’s Sleep 

• Get your child on a sleep schedule 

as soon as possible. 

• Create consistent bed and nap time 

routines your child enjoys. 

• Do not let your child fall asleep 

while feeding. If this occurs, move 

feeding time to earlier in the 

bedtime routine. 

• Put your child down drowsy but 

still awake. This will encourage him 

to fall asleep independently and 

enable him to soothe himself back 

to sleep when he awakens during 

the night. 

• As your child gets older, encourage 

transitional objects such as blankets, 

stuffed animals or dolls to help him 

move from complete dependence on 

you to independence. 

• Expect times when your child’s 

sleep schedule will be interrupted: 

when he is sick, the family is 

traveling, you have visitors or 

there is a time change. Return to 

the schedule as soon as possible 

and he should fall into the routine 

fairly easy. 


There is, however, a fine line between 

letting your child “cry it out” and 

responding to his needs. 

“If your child has been crying for long 

periods of time, pick him up, walk 

around, read another story and try 

again,” Mindell continues. “Just don’t 

return to the old habit of nursing or 

rocking him to sleep.” 

Although bedtime battles are the most 

common sleep issues parents face, nap 

times can be troublesome too. This was 

the case with Debbie Brown. At 2, her 

son Zachary was still experiencing 

waking up at night due to inconsistent 

schedules and routines. When he 

started preschool, the problem 

mounted and spilled over into the day. 

“I got into the habit of picking him up 

after lunch and driving him around 

until he fell asleep in the car,” says 

the mother of her now 5 year old. 

“Then on days he wasn’t in school, I’d 

make up an excuse as to why we 

needed to go somewhere just so I could 

get him to sleep.” 

Looking back, Brown admits the car 

was her crutch. But the root of the 

problem was, be it day or night, she 

had never taught her son to fall asleep 

independently. So with her second 

child, she resolved to be consistent and 

persistent in using tactics that were 

tried and true. 

“By the time my daughter Ellie was 3 

months old, I had created a structured 

routine that included regular bed and 

nap times. I put her down while she 

was still awake, tired or not. Within 

weeks, she fell into the routine and has 

since been a good sleeper,” says Brown 

of her now 16 month old. 

Even if you follow expert advice, 

there may be obstacles to maintaining 

your child’s sleep schedule: when he is 

ill, the family is traveling, you have 

visitors or there is a time change. At 

times your child may even have 

difficulty falling asleep for no apparent 

reason. But if good sleep habits have 

already been established, it will be 

fairly easy to return to them. 

What’s most important is that once 

you start the process of tackling your 

child’s sleep issues, you stick with it. 

Anticipate trials, stay calm, be 

consistent and persevere. It may take 

some time but eventually your child — 

and everyone else in the family — will 

get a good night’s rest. ♥ 

Denise Yearian is the former editor of two 

parenting magazines and the mother of 

three children. 

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Parents often think that if their child isn’t 

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To see if your child falls into this category, 

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Pools & 

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by Belinda Mooney 

Warm weather means outdoor 

playtime for kids of all ages. While 

parents usually remember to be extra 

cautious at the beach or local park, the 

backyard is often forgotten when it 

comes to safety checks. This can be a 

dangerous oversight. 

Accidents can happen anywhere but 

the backyard doesn't have to be a 

hidden danger zone for your family. 

Here are some tips on how to safety 

proof your back yard and head off 

trouble from the start. 

Playground Equipment 

According to a report from health 

officials, the major cause of death on 

playground equipment is strangulation 

and the majority of these deaths 

happen at home. Make sure your play 

equipment is safe. 

• Check nuts, bolts or anything that 

sticks out from swing sets or other play 

equipment. They can get loose or rusty 

over the winter. Tighten them up, cover 

them to avoid scratches and cuts and 

do general maintenance come spring. 

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• Make sure the ground is soft 

underneath. Plush grass or woodchips 

is a good choice. 

• Never allow loose clothing or 

drawstrings of any kind on your 

children’s clothes when playing on 

swing sets, slides, etc. Cut off or remove 

drawstrings and tuck in loose clothing. 

Make sure shoes are tied. Strings and 

loose clothes can get caught and cause 

serious damage, including strangulation. 

• No ropes on swing sets, playhouses 

or climbing toys. Same reason as above. 

It’s too easy for a child to strangle 

himself accidentally. 

• Set ground rules and teach your 

children to obey them or else they will 

not be allowed to play on the 

equipment. 

• Trampolines are a big controversy. 

Cassie Pritchard, RN, recommends 

making sure children know the rules. 

Never allow more than two people at a 

time or let children play unsupervised 

will prevent broken bones and head 

injuries that are common in the 

emergency room. 

Swimming Pools 

Most water related deaths occur in 

less then four feet of water, but 

accidents in the pool can be avoided 

with some basic rules. 

• Take a swimming class with your 

children, but never let swimming 

classes replace supervision. Good 

swimmers drown. 

• Make sure whomever is 

supervising the children knows basic 

first aid and CPR. 

• Set and enforce strict pool rules such 

as: no running, no diving, etc. Post a 

list of rules near the pool area. 

• Make sure you have the proper 

life saving equipment poolside. Keep 

a pole (shepherd’s hook) and ring 

buoy with rope by the pool at all 

times. Know how to use each 

effectively, and make sure to put the 

equipment back in the same place each 

time you use it. 

• Keep a first aid kit handy. 

• Keep a cordless phone or cell phone 

and a list of important phone numbers 

nearby in case of emergencies. List the 

address of the pool residence should 

someone other than the homeowner 

need to make the emergency phone call. 

• Put up barriers that make it hard 

to access the pool. Use multiple layers 

of protection to prevent drowning, 

such as a fence around the pool with a 

self-latching, self-closing gate as well as 

a pool alarm. Lock the pool when not 

in use. 

• Use life jackets and approved PDF 

devices. Arm floaties, inflatable rings 

and pool noodles won't keep your child 

from drowning. 

• And most important, SUPERVISE all 

swimming. Never let children swim 

unattended. An adult needs to be 

present and paying close attention at 

all times. 

• Rafts, inner tubes, water toys and 

mats should be kept in boxes that have 

rounded edges on them. 

With these tips in mind, you’ll be 

well-prepared to get the most out of the 

summer months that are right around 

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Family 

Travel 

Destination: 

by Janet Groene 

Let’s turn the old adage upside down. 

It isn’t the journey, it’s the destination. 

You’ve knocked yourself out with the 

holidays, work, school and shoveling 

snow. Now you’re due for a quick, 

family-friendly trip to the Sunshine 

State. These getaways are upscale, chic, 

unique and not far from at least one 

major airport. 

Marvelous Marco Island 

The largest of the Ten Thousand Islands 

in the Gulf of Mexico in Southwest 

Florida, Marco Island was a sleepy 

fishing colony until upscale development 

began. They brought in top architects 

and decorators and big-name golf course 

designers to create 

a showplace 

community. 

Where to Stay: 

The 727-unit 

Marco Island 

Resort & Spa 

overlooks 

sensuous sands 

edged by the 

Gulf of Mexico. 

Choose from a 

variety of 

pleasant rooms 

and spacious 

suites. The resort 

has nine dining venues plus room 

service. Kids love the enormous pool 

complex and the children’s club is so 

good, parents can’t drag the kids away. 

Family Fun Factor: Kayak through 

tangled mangroves, take a wild swamp 

buggy nature tour in Big Cypress 

Preserve or introduce older children to 

fly-fishing in the back-country with an 

expert guide. The Marriott’s children’s 

program includes such activities as 

painting your own backpack or 

decorating a sand dollar. 

Contact: Marco Island Marriott Resort 

and Spa, (239) 394-2511, 

marcoislandmarriott.com. 

The swimming pool at the Marco Island Marriott 

is family-friendly. Photo by Janet Groene. 

Kicky Clearwater Beach 

Mention Winter, the dolphin star of 

the film “Dolphin Tale,” and your kids 

will vote unanimously for Clearwater. 

Winter 

Getaway 

The wide, wave-washed beaches on 

Sand Key and Clearwater Beach are 

sublime, and it’s just a short ferry ride 

to the fabled white sand shores of 

Caladesi Island and Honeymoon Island. 

See serious marine science at the 

Clearwater Marine Aquarium. This is 

where Winter shows off her prosthetic 

tail and other aquatic creatures are 

sheltered, healed and rehabilitated. 

Where to stay: Still regal and right on 

the beach is the historic Sandpearl 

Resort. Furnished in rich hardwoods 

and fine fabrics, its rooms and suites are 

reminiscent of 19th century plantation 

mansions. Dine in Caretta on the Gulf, 

the only AAA, four-diamond restaurant 

on the island. 

The Marketplace near the 

lobby is more casual; Tate 

Island Grill is the best spot 

for sunset watching. Take a 

romantic, Gulf-view king 

room with balcony, or 

accommodate the family in 

a two-bedroom condo suite. 

After dark, roast 

marshmallows on the beach. 

On some nights an 

astronomy expert is on hand 

to point out the stars. 

Family Fun Factor: The 

Beach Walk on Clearwater 

Beach is a winding, beach-side 

promenade leading to Pier 60 Park with 

its stroller-friendly, 1,080-foot fishing 

pier and observation deck. A nightly 

Key West-style Sunset Festival at the 

pier is a happy swirl of music, 

performers and vendors. 

Contact: Clearwater Beach, Sandpearl 

Resort, toll-free (877) 726-3111, local 

(727) 441-2425, sandpearl.com. 

A Boutique Hideaway in South Beach 

The world celebrates Miami Beach for 

its splendid beaches and the largest 

neighborhood of Art Deco buildings on 

the planet. Home of sophisticated 

restaurants and trend-setting culture, 

it’s an ideal getaway for families too. 

Where to Stay: The Angler’s Boutique 

Resort was re-purposed from the 

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Time To 

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Adventure 

Park! 

Season Opens April 6 

Zip Line & Climbing Fun 

For Kids – Teens – Adults 

Individuals - Groups 

Open weekends & select holidays 

starting April 6. Reserved groups 

welcome from March 16. Call today. 

Call: 203-690-1717 

Visit: DiscoveryAdventurePark.org 

4450 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 

(One mile off Merritt Parkway Exit 47) 


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original 1930s design. A standout 

Mediterranean Revival complex, it takes 

you back to days when Hemingway and 

other wealthy anglers stayed here. 

Sheltered from the busy street by 

shrubs, it’s a serene oasis in the heart of 

the city. 

Dine 

indoors or 

out. The 

patio is 

known for 

sunny 

breakfasts. 

Suites and 

villas, some 

two- or 

three- 

stories tall 

with spiral 

staircases 

Wherever you stay in Florida, you’re not far from a nature trail. 

Photo by Janet Groene. 

and private hot tubs, are spacious for 

families. The swimming pool is ideal 

for sunning and splashing, and the 

famous Miami beach is just a few 

blocks away. 

Family Fun Factor: Take a Vespa 

scooter tour of Wynwood to introduce 

older chldren to street art. Artists from 

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graffiti and street art to walls of oncedreary 

industrial buildings. Now they 

are alight with murals. The 10-block 

area is a vibrant attraction all year, and 

a highlight of the annual Art Basel. Art 

walks with guides are on Saturday. 

Private guided tours by Vespa can also 

be arranged. 

Contact: The Angler’s 

Boutique Resort, (305) 

534-9600 or toll-free 

(866) 729-8800, 

theanglersresort.com. 

Jumping Jupiter 

The lure of the 

landmark lighthouse is 

just one reason to go to 

Jupiter, the 

northernmost point of 

the Palm Beaches. 

Beloved by artists and 

photographers since 

1860, the Jupiter Lighthouse and 

Museum is a must-see. Kids love to see 

the lighthouse keeper’s quarters. 

Jupiter’s Busch Wildlife Sanctuary is a 

leafy nature center with trails plus a 

wildlife rescue facility housing birds, 

animals and reptiles in various stages 

of rehabilitation. Stroll the shores at 

Blowing Rocks Preserve on Jupiter 

Island. The sound track is the fizz, 

swish, boom and bounce of surf 

exploding in rock chimneys. 

Where to Stay: Jupiter Beach Resort is 

a feature-filled, first class hotel with 

expansive spa, planned activities for all 

ages, room service, valet parking, 168 

guest rooms and 34 suites including a 

palatial penthouse. The big pool area 

has an enormous sun deck, hot tub and 

heated swimming pool. 

Family Fun Factor: Rent a power boat, 

order a to-go picnic from the Jupiter 

Resort’s legendary Sinclair’s restaurant 

and take the slow lane up the Intracoastal 

Waterway to the Hobe Sound Wildlife 

Refuge. Strand the boat up on the sandy 

shore and you’re in a secluded realm. 

Walk the short path across the sliver-size 

barrier island through a tunnel of sea 

grapes to find a seascape of sea oats, 

dunes and an Atlantic beach you’ll likely 

have all to yourself. 

Contact: Jupiter Beach Resort, toll-free 

(866) 943-0950 or (561) 746-2511, 

jupiterbeachresort.com. ♥ 

Janet Groene is an award-winning Florida 

travel writer who stayed at each of these 

getaways during a 1,000-mile round trip 

out of Miami. 

Easton Country Day School 

GRADES Pre-Kindergarten - 12 

We nurture caring, responsible, accomplished children! 

ACADEMIC 

EXCELLENCE 

HANDS-ON, 

INTERACTIVE 

LEARNING 

SMALL CLASSES 

INDIVIDUALIZED 

APPROACH 

Programming for the highly gifted available! 

Visit our small, friendly, highly academic, 

High School. Chart your own High School career! 

The right fit matters! 

Little Phoenix PRE-SCHOOL CLASSES 

FOR AGES 2, 3, & 4 

and DAYCARE from age 3 months. 

www.EastonCountryDay.org 

203-268-5530 Pre-School: 203-268-5073 

660 Morehouse Road, Easton, CT 06612 

Easton Country Day School does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, or national origin. 

Easton Country Day School is an equal opportunity institution. 


Education 

News 

The Convent of the Sacred Heart is 

proud to announce that Arielle Kirven, 

an eighth-grader from Weston, has 

been crowned the school’s National 

Geographic Bee champion. 

The National Geographic Bee is a 

geography trivia quiz designed to 

encourage teachers to include the 

subject in their classrooms and spark 

student’s interests. Students in grades 

4-8 are eligible to compete against one 

another on questions prepared by the 

National Geographic Society that 

challenge their geographic knowledge. 

In January, CSH student’s competed 

CHS Student Shines in Geography Bee 

within their grades as part of a 

preliminary round. Eight students 

qualified for the school-wide 

tournament, answering questions 

facilitated by the school’s history 

department. The tournament was held 

in the Lennie and John Csepsel Theatre 

on campus for the fifth consecutive year. 

With a school wide win, Arielle moves 

on to compete in the Connecticut state 

tournament scheduled for April 5. The 

winner of the state-wide competition 

will move on to the national 

tournament which will take place from 

May 20-22 in Washington, D.C. 

Guide to Independent Schools 

Boy/Girl 

Coed 

Enrollment 

PreK 

K-12/ 

PG Day 

Ben Bronz Academy, W. Hartford, CT Coed 60 Gr. 2-12 • 

Bi-Cultural Day School, Stamford, CT Coed 355 • PreK-8 • • • • • • Jewish 

Canterbury School, New Milford, CT Coed 350 Gr. 9-12 • • • • • • Catholic 

Chase Collegiate School, Waterbury, CT Coed 500 • K-12 • • • • • 

Christian Heritage School, Trumbull, CT Coed 500 K-12 • • • • • • Christian 

Cold Spring School, New Haven, CT Coed 120 • Age 3-Gr. 6 • • • • 

Connecticut Experiential Learning Ctr., Branford, CT Coed N/A Gr. 5-8 • • 

Connecticut Friends School, Wilton, CT Coed 50 PreK-8 • • • Quaker 

Convent of the Sacred Heart, Greenwich, CT Girls 777 • Preschool-12 • • • • • Catholic 

The Country School, Madison, CT Coed 250 • Preschool-8 • • • • • • 

Eagle Hill School, Greenwich, CT Coed 250 Ages 6-16 • • • • • • 

Easton Country Day School, Easton, CT Coed 100 • PreK-8 • • • • 

Ezra Academy, Woodbridge, CT Coed 176 K-8 • • • • • • Jewish 

Fairfield Country Day School, Fairfield, CT Boys 260 • Prek-9 • • • • • • 

The Foote School, New Haven, CT Coed 470 K-9 • • • • • 

Fraser Woods Montessori School, Newtown, CT Coed 210 • 18 mo.-Gr. 8 • • • • • • 

Great Beginnings Montessori, Fairfield, CT Coed N/A • Toddler-Gr.6 • • 

Greens Farms Academy, Greens Farms, CT Coed 680 K-12 • • • • • • 

The Gunnery, Washington, CT Coed 295 Gr. 9-12/PG • • • • • 

Hamden Hall Country Day School, Hamden, CT Coed 585 • Preschool-12 • • • • • 

Hopkins School, New Haven, CT Coed 660 Gr. 7-12 • • • • • • 

Housatonic Valley Waldorf School, Newtown, CT Coed 146 • N-8 • • • 

Hudson Country Montessori School, Danbury, CT Coed 190 • K-8 • • • 

The Independent Day School, Middlefield, CT Coed 220 • Age 3-Gr. 8 • • • • • 

Kingswood Oxford School, West Hartford, CT Coed 505 Gr. 6-12 • • • • • • 

Landmark Preschool, Redding & Westport, CT Coed 200 • Age 1-5 • • • 

The Long Ridge School, Stamford, CT Coed 150 • Age 2-Gr. 5 • • • • • 

The Montessori School, Wilton and Norwalk, CT Coed 250 • 14 mo.-14 yrs. • • • • • 

Montessori School of Grtr. Hartford, W. Hartford, CT Coed 180 • 15 mo.-12 yrs. • • • • 

Mooreland Hill School, Berlin, CT Coed 52 K-9 • • • • • 

New England School of Montessori, Milford, CT Coed 80 • Toddler-Gr.6 • 

Pine Point School, Stonington, CT Coed 275 • K-9 • • • • • 

The Prospect School at Wooster, Danbury, CT Coed 1st year Age 7-14 • • • Episcopal 

The Rectory School, Pomfret, CT Coed 198 • K-9 • • • • • • 

Renbrook School, West Hartford, CT Coed 435 • PreK-9 • • • • • • 

Ridgefield Academy, Ridgefield, CT Coed 350 • PreK-8 • • • • • • 

Saint Bernadette School, New Haven, CT Coed 140 • K-8 • • • • • Catholic 

St. Thomas's Day School, New Haven, CT Coed 156 K-6 • • • • Episcopal 

Shoreline School of Montessori, Branford, CT Coed 30 • PreK-K • 

Solomon Schechter Day School, West Hartford, CT Coed 150 • EC2-Gr. 8 • • • • • Jewish 

The Unquowa School, Fairfield, CT Coed 180 • PreK3-8th • • • • • • 

Whitby School, Greenwich, CT Coed 350 • 13 mo.-Gr. 8 • • • • 

Wooster School, Danbury, CT Coed 350 • Age 3-Gr. 12 • • • • • • Episcopal 


Boarding 

Student-Artists Chosen 

for Art Exhibition 

Kingswood Oxford’s Middle 

School (KO) will feature ten studentartists 

in a three-school art exhibition 

called “Our Work, Our Choice”. The 

work will be on display until March 8 

at KO and features student-art from 

Watkinson and Renbrook as well. 

The name “Our Work, Our Choice” 

reflects the fact that the artist’s peers, not 

teachers or parents, will be judging the 

work. Also, English and art students at 

each school will work together to create 

labels for the artwork as part of the show. 

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Ben Bronz Academy 

West Hartford (860) 236-5807 

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Chase Collegiate School 

Waterbury (203) 236-9560 

Sunday, April 7, 1 p.m. 

Christian Heritage School 

Trumbull (203) 261-6230, ext. 555 

Informational Tours 

Friday, March 22, 9 a.m. 

Tuesday, April 9, 9 a.m and 7:30 p.m. 

Connecticut Experiential 

Learning Center 

Branford (203) 433-4658 

Bring-A-Friend Day 

Wednesday, March 13 (grades 5-8) 

Open House 

Thurs., March 21, 6:30-8 p.m. (grades 5-8) 

Connecticut Friends School 

Wilton (203) 762-9860 

Fri. April 5, 1 p.m. (for school admissions 

and summer camp) 

Private tours available. 

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BEN BRONZ ACADEMY 

139 North Main St., West Hartford, CT 06107 

(860) 236-5807 

For bright dyslexic or learning disabled children, grades 2-12. 

Students become competent problem-solvers, effective communicators 

and independent learners. Our goal is to return students to 

public and private schools in their own communities quickly. 

BI-CULTURAL DAY SCHOOL 

2186 High Ridge Road, Stamford, CT 06903 

(203) 329-2186, ext. 1310 www.BCDS.org 

Known for stellar academics, BCDS combines Jewish tradition and 

values with innovative curricula, technology and extracurricular 

activities, producing proud, self-confident graduates who ultimately 

serve as leaders in their high schools, universities and communities. 

CANTERBURY SCHOOL 

101 Aspetuck Ave. New Milford, CT 06776 

(860) 210-3832 www.cbury.org 

The school has created a community based on Catholic values, 

where students experience a broad and challenging program in a 

small school setting. An environment that fosters academic rigor, 

athletic development, artistic enrichment and spiritual growth. 

CHASE COLLEGIATE SCHOOL 

565 Chase Parkway, Waterbury, CT 06708 

(203) 236-9560 www.chasecollegiate.org 

An academically demanding co-ed day school in the classic independent 

school tradition, educating students in Prekindergarten- 

3 through grade 12, the School serves 477 students in 49 CT communities 

on a 47-acre campus on the Waterbury/Middlebury line. 

Eagle Hill School 

Greenwich 

(203) 622-9240, ext. 612 

Thursday, April 11, 9 a.m. 

Fairfield Country Day School 

Fairfield 

(203) 259-2723 

Friday, March 1, 9-10:30 a.m. 

Friday, April 5, 9-10:30 a.m. 

Great Beginnings Montessori 

Fairfield 

(203) 254-8208 

Elementary Open House 

Every Wednesday, 10:15 a.m., RSVP 

Hamden Hall 

Country Day School 

Hamden 

(203) 752-2610 

Morning Coffee and Tour 

Thursday, March 7, 9-10:30 a.m. 

Wednesday, April 17, 9-10:30 a.m. 

Lower School Open House 

 

Thursday, April 11, 6-7:30 p.m. 

Housatonic Valley Waldorf School 

Newtown (203) 364-1113 

Kindermorning 

(sample class for parents and children) 

Saturday, March 2, 9-11:30 a.m. 

Thursday, April 11, 9-11:30 a.m. 

Windows into Waldorf 

(grade school tour, parents only) 

Wednesday, March 13, 8:45-10:30 a.m. 

Thursday, April 4, 8:45-10:30 a.m. 

Hudson Country 

Montessori School 

Danbury (203) 744-8088 

Thursdays, March 7 and 21, 9:30-11 a.m. 

Saturdays, March 9 and 23, 10 a.m.-noon 

Independent Day School 

Middlefield 

(860) 347-7235 

Friday, March 8, 8:15-10 a.m. 

Sunday, March 10, 1-3 p.m. (all school) 

Friday, April 5, 8:15-10 a.m. 

Saturday, April 6, 9:30-11:30 a.m. 

(early childhood only) 

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CHRISTIAN HERITAGE SCHOOL 

575 White Plains Road, Trumbull, CT 06611 

(203) 261-6230, ext. 555 www.kingsmen.org 

The mission is to assist parents in fulfilling theirGod-given responsibility to provide students with an education of spiritual 

and academic excellence with which to serve God. CHS is fully 

accredited by NEASC and holds membership in ACSI. 

COLD SPRING SCHOOL 

263 Chapel Street, New Haven, CT 06513 

(203) 787-1584 www.coldspringschool.com 

Educating creative, self-confident thinkers, grades preschool-6. 

Innovative learning environment is responsive to children’s natural 

love of learning, their need to achieve strong academic skills 

and become part of a socially committed community. 

CONNECTICUT EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING CTR. 

 

28 School Street, Branford, CT 06405 

 

(203) 433-4658 www.ctexperiential.org 

A dynamic middle school program, CT Experiential Learning 

Center (CELC) provides small classes that combine exceptional academics 

with hands-on and real-world learning experiences to fit the 

academic, social and developmental needs of 5th-8th grade students. 

CONNECTICUT FRIENDS SCHOOL 

317-A New Canaan Road, Wilton, CT 06897 

(203) 762-9860 www.CTFriendsSchool.org 

A fully accredited, independent, K-8 school providing students 

with an education that fosters self-confidence, intellectual curiosity, 

and compassion for others. The school is small by design; the 

educational program is dynamic, supportive and engaging.

Landmark PreSchool 

Redding, Ridgefield, Westport 

(203) 894-1800 

March 4 and 12 (3s, 4s, & 5s), 10:30 a.m. 

March 5 and 11 (for 2s), 10:30 a.m. 


of Greater Hartford 

West Hartford (860) 236-4565, ext. 26 

Open Houses every Tuesday and Thursday. 

Call for an appointment. 

New England 

School of Montessori 

Milford (203) 878-9822 

Take-A-Look Tuesdays (adults only), 9:30- 

11 a.m., RSVP 


Pine Point School 

Stonington (860) 535-0606 

Take-a-Look Days 

Every Tues. and Thurs., 9 a.m., RSVP 


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CONVENT OF THE SACRED HEART 

1177 King Street, Greenwich, CT 06831 

(203) 532-3534 www.cshgreenwich.org 

An independent, Catholic, all girls, college preparatory school, 

grades preschool - 12. Founded in 1848, it is part of the Network 

of 21 Sacred Heart Schools in the U.S. Students educated to be 

confident, intelligent, compassionate leaders. Financial aid avail. 

THE COUNTRY SCHOOL 

341 Opening Hill Road, Madison, CT 06443 

(203) 421-3113 www.thecountryschool.org 

Co-ed, Preschool-Grade 8. At the Country School our outstanding 

program begins with challenging academics, passionate teachers, a 

dynamic whole child curriculum, and motivated students; offering an 

Education that Lasts a Lifetime! 

EAGLE HILL SCHOOL 

45 Glenville Road, Greenwich, CT 06831 

(203) 622-9240 x648 www.eaglehillschool.org 

Helping boys and girls (6-16) with language-based learning disabilities 

acquire the academic and social skills necessary for transition to 

a traditional learning environment. A low student-to-teacher ratio 

ensures that each child receives an intensive, personalized education. 

EASTON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL 

660 Morehouse Road, Easton, CT 06612 

(203) 268-5530 www.eastoncountryday.org 

Easton Country Day School offers rigorous academics shaped to 

the individual child in a familial environment that encourages 

accomplishment, responsibility and acceptance of diversity. We 

offer programs for the highly gifted, and emphasize the fine arts. 

Renbrook School 

West Hartford (860) 236-1661 

Spring All School Open House 

Friday, April 12, 8:30 a.m. 

Ridgefield Academy 

Ridgefield (203) 894-1800, ext. 126 

Tour-a-Class, RSVP 

Every Tuesday and Wednesday 

Preschool-Grade 3, 9-10 a.m. 

Middle and Upper School, 10-11 a.m. 

Saint Bernadette School 

New Haven 

(203) 469-2271 

Daily Open House 

Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. 


Solomon Schechter 

Day School of Greater Hartford 

West Hartford 

(860) 561-0700, ext. 167 


The Unquowa School 

Fairfield (203) 367-3151 

Take-A-Look Days 

Thurs., March 7, 9 a.m. (all school) 

Whitby School 

Greenwich (203) 302-3900 

Take-A-Look Tuesdays 

April 9, 16, 23 and 30, 9:30 a.m., RSVP 

Wooster School 

Danbury (203) 830-3916 

Take-A-Peek Tuesdays (PreK-grade 5) 

Tuesday, March 5, 10 a.m. 

Tuesday, April 9, 10 a.m. 

Middle School Open House 

Wednesday, April 10, 9 a.m. 

Play Date for 3-year-olds 

Every Wednesday, 9:30-10:30 a.m. 

If you are interested in attending any of 

these open houses, please call ahead to 

RSVP. To schedule a tour at other schools in 

the area, please reference our Directory. 

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EZRA ACADEMY 

75 Rimmon Road, Woodbridge, CT 06525 

(203) 389-5500 x17 www.EzraAcademy.net 

As a K-8 Jewish day school, Ezra Academy weaves together 

outstanding academics, Judaic studies, and a community made up 

of students, parents and faculty with a wide range of interests and 

backgrounds for an exceptional educational experience. 

FAIRFIELD COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL 

2970 Bronson Road, Fairfield, CT 06824 

(203) 259-2723 www.fairfieldcountryday.org 

At FCDS, boys excel. They benefit from our all-boys environment 

and through curriculum design and faculty expertise. Our Pre-K 

through grade nine program challenges students to meet their potential 

and prepares them for continued academic and personal success. 

THE FOOTE SCHOOL 

50 Loomis Place, New Haven, CT 06511 

(203) 777-3464 www.footeschool.org 

A diverse community of students, grades K-9, from over 26 different 

towns. Small classes in art, music, drama, gym, and foreign 

language enrich a strong core curriculum. Beautiful 47,000 

volume library, after-school program, sports, and financial aid. 

FRASER WOODS MONTESSORI SCHOOL 

173 S. Main St. (Rte. 25), Newtown, CT 06470 

(203) 426-3390 www.fraserwoods.com 

Small school community offering individualized attention where 

respect, personal responsibility & values are part of daily school 

life. 18 mos.-8th grade, before/after school programs. Members: 

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GREAT BEGINNINGS MONTESSORI 

148 Beach Road, Fairfield, CT 06824 

(203) 254-8208 www.greatmontessori.com 

We provide a happy and secure mixed-age environment for children 

aged 18 mos.-12 years. Our programs, based upon the 

Montessori Method, encourage students to fulfill their developmental 

potential and become independent, self-confident learners. 

GREENS FARMS ACADEMY 

35 Beachside Ave., Greens Farms, CT 06838 

(203) 256-7514 www.gfacademy.org 

A diverse, K-12 coed college preparatory day school located in 

Westport. Rigorous academics, competitive athletics, broad arts 

and community service programs. AP and Honors courses in all 

major disciplines. Need-based financial aid. 

THE GUNNERY 

99 Green Hill Rd.,Washington, CT 06793 

(860) 868-7334 www.gunnery.org 

Founded in 1850, The Gunnery is a coeducational college preparatory 

boarding and day school for 295 students in grades 9 through 

12. The values of citizenship and social responsibility are reinforced 

in a small, cohesive community. 

HAMDEN HALL COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL 

1108 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT 06517 

(203) 752-2610 www.hamdenhall.org 

A PreSchool-Grade 12 day school that fosters the individual growth of 

every student. We challenge students to develop a strong sense of personal 

integrity, social responsibility, and a global perspective, while 

preparing them for demanding academics at the collegiate level. 

HOPKINS SCHOOL 

986 Forest Road, New Haven, CT 06515 

(203) 397-1001 www.hopkins.edu 

Hopkins is a coeducational, college preparatory day school that is 

located in New Haven and that enrolls 660 students in grades 7-12. 

It educates students from diverse backgrounds to a full measure of 

their talents. 

HOUSATONIC VALLEY WALDORF SCHOOL 

40 Dodgingtown Road, Newtown, CT 06470 

(203) 364-1113 www.waldorfct.org 

We cherish childhood rather than rush it. In preschool and 

kindergarten, children learn through imaginative play, art and 

practical activities. In grades one to eight, academics are taught 

artistically, generating joy and inspiring creative thinking. 

HUDSON COUNTRY MONTESSORI SCHOOL 

44A Shelter Rock Road, Danbury, CT 06810 

(203) 744-8088 www.hudsoncountry.org 

Pre-K to 8. Child centered environment where students learn to 

question, explore and discover using progressive methods proven to 

develop advanced thinking skills, academic mastery and peer leadership. 

Intl. school. FT/PT, early/late sessions. Summer program. 

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THE INDEPENDENTDAY SCHOOL 

115 Laurel Brook Rd., Middlefield, CT 06455 

(860) 347-7235 www.independentdayschool.org 

Challenging academics, enriching programs in fine and performing 

arts combine traditional instruction with hands-on learning. 

Programs support habits of good citizenship. After care; summer 

& theater camp. Age 3 to grade 8; 1/7 teacher/student ratio. 

KINGSWOOD OXFORD SCHOOL 

170 Kingswood Road, West Hartford, CT 06119 

(860) 727-5000 www.kingswoodoxford.org 

Coed, college preparatory day school that actively prepares students 

in grades 6-12 for success in an increasingly complex and interconnected 

world. We combine a classic day school tradition with a 

unique culture of involvement and emphasis on 21st century skills. 

LANDMARK PRESCHOOL 

Redding (Georgetown) - 20 Portland Avenue • (203) 544-8393 

Westport - 11 Burr Road • (203) 226-6982 www.landmarkpreschool.org 

The premiere private preschool for children ages 1-5. A balanced 

curriculum including math, literacy, foreign language, science, 

art, music and creative movement. Highly qualified professional 

educators offering an excellent teacher to student ratio. 

THE LONG RIDGE SCHOOL 

478 Erskine Road, Stamford, CT 06903 

(203) 322-7693 www.longridgeschool.org 

Challenging environment for ages 2 through Gr. 5. Focus on nurturing 

each child’s academic, social and emotional growth. Small 

classes, individual attention. Science, Spanish, art & music. Interdisciplinary 

curriculum, active learning process. Member CAIS. 

THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL 

34 Whipple Rd., Wilton, CT • 24 Lois St., Norwalk, CT 

(203) 834-0440 x16 www.themontessorischool.com 

Our program is rooted in the scientific research of Dr. Maria 

Montessori and the distinct needs and interests of students at each 

stage of development. Our approach is experiential, individualized 

and academically rigorous within a culture of respect and joy. 

THE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF GRTR HTFD 

141 North Main Street, West Hartford, CT 06107 

(860) 236-4565 www.msgh.org 

Known for its warmth and unique international atmosphere, MSGH 

offers children ages 15 mos-12 yrs an authentic AMI Montessori education. 

Multi-age, indoor/outdoor classrooms, bilingual programming, 

and extensive art and music opportunities. Accredited by CAIS. 

MOORELAND HILL SCHOOL 

166 Lincoln St. Berlin, CT 06037 

(860) 223-6428 www.mooreland.org 

An independent, co-educational day school, serving central 

Connecticut students in grade K-9. Offers students a challenging, 

integrated curriculum, small class size, a strong advisory system 

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NEW ENGLAND SCHOOL OF MONTESSORI 

40 Quirk Road, Milford, CT 06460 

(203) 878-9822 www.nesmontessori.com 

The NESM community enhances the child’s natural love of learning. 

The commitment to the Montessori philosophy is essential to 

the unique development of students ages 18 months to 12 years 

(toddler-6th grade). “Within each child is the person he becomes.” 

PINE POINT SCHOOL 

89 Barnes Road, Stonington, CT 06378 

(860) 535-0606 www.pinepoint.org 

Co-ed day school enrolling 265 students in Preschool thru Grade 

9. Recognized for excellence in academics, the arts and personal 

development. Facilities include science & computer labs, spacious 

grounds, fine arts. Teacher/student ratio 9:1. 

THE PROSPECT SCHOOL AT WOOSTER 

91 Miry Brook Road, Danbury, CT 06810 

(203) 730-6715 www.theprospectschool.org 

The Prospect School at Wooster located in Danbury, Connecticut, 

serves students ages 7-14 with diagnosed learning disabilities. This 

a new division of Wooster School, opening in September of 2011, 

is child-centered, helping each child discover their potential. 

THE RECTORY SCHOOL 

528 Pomfret Street, P.O. Box 68, Pomfret, CT 06258 

(860) 928-1328 www.rectoryschool.org 

A coed, junior boarding (5-9) and day school (K-9) that celebrates 

the individual. Devoted to the total development of each student in 

a supportive environment. Flexible curriculum, caring faculty, 

small classes, and extensive offerings in the arts and athletics. 

RENBROOK SCHOOL 

2865 Albany Ave., West Hartford, CT 06107 

(860) 236-1661 www.renbrook.org 

Renbrook is an independent school for students 3 years through 

Grade 9; its mission is to help all students fulfill their unique 

potential. The Renbrook model educates and prepares students 

for high school, college and life. The student:teacher ratio is 6:1. 

RIDGEFIELD ACADEMY 

223 West Mountain Road, Ridgefield, CT 06877 

(203) 894-1800 x112 www.ridgefieldacademy.org 

Ridgefield Academy serves students ages 3 – grade 8. Located in 

Ridgefield on 42 acres, one mile from New York. While maintaining 

high academic standards, there is an emphasis on the importance of 

responsibility, respect and service to others. 

SAINT BERNADETTE SCHOOL 

20 Burr Street, New Haven, CT 06512 

(203) 469-2271 www.saintbernadette.org 

Serving students in Pre-K through Grade 8 since 1957, our coeducational 

school is NEASC and State of CT accredited. Meeting 

the needs of students through the use of differentiated instruction, 

our program educates the whole child in a nurturing environment. 

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830 Whitney Ave., New Haven, CT 06511 

(203) 776-2123 www.stthomasday.org 

This Episcopal school is a warm and lively community welcoming 

children from diverse faiths and backgrounds. Curriculum based 

on the developmental stages of children balances conceptual 

learning and basic skills. Extended Day. 

SHORELINE SCHOOL OF MONTESSORI 

675 East Main Street, Branford, CT 06405 

(203) 481-5888 www.shorelineschool.com 

Since 1985, children ages 3-6 have enjoyed our Montessori program for 

a high quality early learning experience. Our warm and loving atmosphere 

helps children learn concentration, motivation, self-discipline 

and a love of learning. Full member of the Amer. Montessori Society. 

SOLOMON SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL 

26 Buena Vista Road, West Hartford, CT 06107 

(860) 561-0700, ext. 167 www.ssds-hartford.org 

A comprehensive Judaic and general studies education in a challenging 

yet nurturing and inclusive environment. An emphasis on 

differentiated instruction. Confident learners and creative 

thinkers who are motivated to make a difference. 

THE UNQUOWA SCHOOL 

981 Stratfield Road, Fairfield, CT 06825 

(203) 367-3151 www.unquowa.org 

• Fairfield County’s oldest independent coed day school for PreK3 

through Gr. 8 • Traditional curriculum; progressive approach in a 

small class setting • Fine Arts and Foreign Language in all grades • 

Physical Education daily, FairchesterAthletics League members. 

WHITBY SCHOOL 

969 Lake Avenue, Greenwich, CT 06831 

(203) 302-3900 www.whitbyschool.org 

Premier co-ed school for children 18 months-grade 8 readying 

students to succeed in today’s global community of learners. Only 

school in America accredited by both American Montessori 

Society and the highly regarded International Baccalaureate (IB). 

WOOSTER SCHOOL 

91 Miry Brook Road, Danbury, CT 06810 

(203) 830-3916 www.woosterschool.org 

Wooster School — A coeducational, early childhood through 

grade 12, college preparatory day school. Our 127-acre campus is 

located on the Ridgefield/Danbury line. We draw from 44 

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Asking Camps the Right Questions 

Choosing a camp for your child 

cannot always depend on the external. 

Simply because your son or daughter 

likes sports, does not necessarily mean 

that a certain baseball or softball camp 

is right for them. An archery camp for a 

Robin Hood fan might sound like the 

perfect fit, but can you know for sure 

that it will foster your child’s universal 

strengths and improve weaknesses 

beyond their use of a bow and arrow? 

As with any relationship in our lives, it 

is the external that draws us in; a shared 

taste in music with someone or a 

common love for Thai food. But these 

things are far too shallow to sustain the 

relationship. The same goes for choosing 

camps for your children. Their interest in 

baseball or archery is simply not as 

important as the sensibilities of the camp 

and the ideals of camp administration. 

So, ask yourself this, parents? “Who 

will care for my child while they’re at 

camp? Who will foster their 

development and appreciate their quirks 

and uniqueness? Where will they learn 

the importance of teamwork and the 

benefits of determination towards a 

goal? Who can hold them accountable 

for their role on a team to help them 

better understand community?” The 

answer, of course, is the right camp and 

it’s officials, but you can only find the 

right camp by asking the right questions. 

Here are seven questions parents should 

ask when choosing a camp. 

• What is the camps philosophy and 

program emphasis? 

This question is moot until you have 

an idea of what your philosophy is and 

what you think the camps emphasis 

should be. Once you’ve figured that out 

you have to decide if that camp’s 




Adventures in Art - Creative Arts Workshop . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 

Art Colony Camp - Florence Griswold Museum . . . . . . . . . 34 

Audubon Arts Summer Program at NMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 

Avon Old Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 

Bright Horizons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 

Brunswick Sports Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 

Bushy Hill Summer Day Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 

Camp Berger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 

Camp Clio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 

Camp Eagle Hill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 

Camp Half Moon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 

Camp Marist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 

Camp Technovate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 

Camp at Waldorf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 

Cheshire Nursery School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 

Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 

Connecticut Friends School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 

Connecticut Science Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 

Crystal Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 

Curtain Call, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 

The Discovery Museum & Planetarium. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 

ESF Summer Camps at Greenwich Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 

Excursions in Learning at MCC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 

Farm Camp at The Unquowa School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 

Farmington Valley Fencing Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 

Flash Pointe Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 

The Foote School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 

Gan Hayeled Early Childhood Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 

Greenwich Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 

Greenwich Suzuki Academy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 

Hamden Hall Country Day School. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 

The Hartt School Community Division . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 

Healthtrax Fitness & Wellness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 

High Meadow Day Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 

Holiday Hill Day Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 

Hudson Country Montessori School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 

iD Tech Camps in Connecticut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 

Incarnation Camps: Pequot/Sherwood/Pioneer Village . . 52 

Innovative Autism Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 

Just Wee Two . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 

Lakewood-Trumbull YMCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 

Linguakids Foreign Languages Summer Camp . . . . . . . . . . 54 

The Loomis Chaffee Summer Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 

Magic Kingdom Day Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 

Mansfield's Holiday Hill Day Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 

Mohawk Day Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 

Mountain Workshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 

New Haven Ballet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 

Next Dimension Gymnastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 

Fairfield ounty 

Night Eagle Wilderness Adventures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 

Pequot & Sherwood Day Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 

Polly’s Gymnastics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 

Renbrook Summer Adventure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 

Shubert Theater and Arts Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 

Stamford Twin Rinks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 

Sterling Farms Tennis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 

Stork Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 

Summer at Wooster Enrichment & Recreation Program . . . 62 

Summer Place at University of Hartford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 

Summer Tennis Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 

Tabor Academy Summer Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 

Taft Summer Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 

Talcott Mountain Science Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 

Warner Theatre for Arts Education. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 

Whiting Lane Extended Day Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 

Winding Trails Summer Day Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 

Winston Preparatory School. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 

Yale Bulldog Sports Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 

YMCA Camp Hi-Rock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 

Adventures in Art 

Summer Programs in the Visual Arts 

Creative Arts Workshop 

80 Audubon Street 

New Haven, CT 06510 

203-562-4927 

www.creativeartsworkshop.org 

Give your child an adventure in art at Creative Arts Workshop (CAW) this 

summer, with week-long programs in drawing, painting, pottery, cartooning, 

mixed media and more. Don’t miss eight weeks of summer programming: 

June 17-August 9. 

Adventures in Art is a series of eight weeklong 

sessions. Students may register for as many 

weeks as they choose — from a single week to 

the full eight. Programs for 4-6 year olds meet 

from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., with an optional extended 

day program until 3 p.m. Programs for young 

people entering grades 2-5 or grades 6-8 meet 

from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m, with an optional extended 

day program until 5:30 p.m. 

CAW’s faculty of professional artists will help your child to develop his or her 

creativity, starting each child on an artistic journey that will last throughout the 

summer and beyond. 

CAW also continues its regular, year-round programming for young people 

during the summer: Summer Art Classes meet weekly for six sessions. Classes 

are available for all ages, from 2-3 year olds with a parent through teens. 

Join us for some summer fun! Enrollment is limited — call today or visit us 

online for further information. 


Florence Griswold Museum 

Art Colony Camp 

96 Lyme Street 

Old Lyme, CT 06371 

860-434-5542 ext. 111 

FlorenceGriswoldMuseum.org 

Spend a special week creating in the same “Lyme light” some of America’s 

most beloved artists loved to paint. Artists including Childe Hassam, Willard 

Metcalf, William Chadwick and Matilda Browne spent their summers playing 

games and creating some of their best paintings at Miss Florence’s 

boardinghouse a century ago. Our campers can do the very same. 

Kids explore the art and history of the Lyme Art Colony in their own colony 

of young artists at the Museum’s week-long day camps. Geared for students 

entering grades 1-6, art colony campers work together and with great leaders 

to investigate art exhibitions, paint, play games, and more. Camps include a 

camp t-shirt, all art-making materials, and daily snacks. Each week culminates 

in an exhibition of student projects. See our website for grade-leveled sessions 

running July 8-August 16. 

New this year, an Art Intensive Mini 

Camp for Middle School Students with an 

interest in art explores a variety of skillbuilding 

exercises with our artists-inresidence. 

Running July 1-3, participants 

will be offered both general and directed 

projects with hands-on instruction. Camp 

includes a t-shirt, materials, and snacks. 

For more information, go to FlorenceGriswoldMuseum.org. 

audubonarts 

at neighborhood music school 

Unique inter-disciplinary arts 

program, infused with creative 

spirit, led by a highly experienced 

team of faculty and staff. 

Kids flourish in this safe and 

supportive environment. 

3-WEEK SESSION 6/24-7/12 ■ 6-WEEK SESSION 6/24-8/2 

■ DRAMA ■ MUSIC ■ DANCE ■ ART ■ FUN 

■ Small groups determined by age 

■ For children in Pre-K through High School 

■ CIT Program 

■ Early drop off & extended day options 

Call Anne Tubis, Director, for detailed information or to receive an application. 

Financial assistance may be available. 

100 Audubon Street New Haven, CT 06510 

203-624-5189 ■ neighborhoodmusicschool.org/summer 

Summer Camps at 

Avon Old Farms School 

Avon, CT 06035 

860-404-4180 

www.AvonOldFarms.com/Summer Camps 

Summer Fun Camp: June 24-August 2, 2013 (6 one-week Sessions) 

Summer Fun Camp (co-ed, grades K-8): A full or half-day camp offering children 

the opportunity to participate in a variety of summer activities, including tennis, 

swimming, nature and fishing, basketball, drama, field sports, and so much more, 

while building friendships, learning new skills, and gaining self-confidence. 

John Gardner’s Summer Hockey Camp: Session 1: August 12-16, 2013 

Session 2: August 18-23, 2013 

John Gardner, varsity hockey coach of one of the top premier prep school 

hockey programs in New England, offers children ages 9-18 the opportunity to 

develop their game to its top potential in a fun, competitive, and challenging 

environment for boarding and day campers. Coaches will offer team-building 

exercises in addition to addressing skills dedicated to the specific development 

of forwards, defensemen, and goaltenders. These skills include skating 

techniques, puck control, passing, positioning, shooting, checking, and more. 

Avon Old Farms Baseball Camp: Session 1: June 24-27, 2013 

Session 2: July 8-11, 2013 

A full-day camp, offering campers ages 8-17 the opportunity to learn and 

improve on the fundamentals of baseball by practicing position-specific drills, 

group hitting, base-running, and more. Mornings are dedicated to positionspecific 

drills for pitchers, catchers, infielders, and outfielders; afternoons are 

designed for game play to reinforce skills learned in the morning and, most 

importantly, to have fun! 

Avon Old Farms Game Plan Football Camp: July 22-July 26, 2013 

A half-day camp offering children in grades 3-8 the opportunity to learn the 

football fundamentals of throwing, catching, running, blocking, and tackling in 

a fun and safe environment. In addition, campers will be exposed to basic 

schemes, plays, and strategies to enhance their knowledge of the game. 

Bright Horizons’ Summer Programs 

Locations Throughout Connecticut 

866-854-1958 

www.brighthorizons.com/CTCamps 

Top Ten Reasons Your Child Deserves 

an Extreme Summer at Bright Horizons 

1. Value: Field Trips, Special Guests, Fantastic Fridays all included 

2. Convenience: One place for your children ages 12 and under. 

3. Flexibility: Full- and Part-time schedules, choose your weeks 

4. Health and Safety: “We Care” policies and procedures implemented to 

maintain a safe and secure environment for children. 

5. Weekly Themes: Designed around what school-aged kids are interested in. 

6. Fitness: Fitness activities every day. 

7. Technology: Technology is integrated throughout the program. 

8. Reputation: Survey results show we do it right. 

9. Experienced Staff: Counselors are trained, experienced teachers. 

10. YOUR KIDS WILL LOVE IT! 

Enroll now in Camp Explorations: X-Treme Summer Fun 

and give your kids the summer of a lifetime! Visit 

www.brighthorizons.com/CTCamps for location-specific details. 


Asking Right Questions 


philosophy compliments yours. Are 

they teaching through competition or 

cooperative learning and which of those 

styles would benefit your child most? 

• What is the camp director’s 

background? 

The American Camp Association 

(ACA) recommends that camp 

directors have earned a bachelors 

degree and have completed in-service 

training within the past three years. It 

is also preferred that they have had 

sixteen weeks of administrative 

experience before they assume the role 

of director. Additionally, if the camp is 

activity specific, what is the camp 

director’s experience with that activity? 

• What training do counselors receive? 

Camp counselors should at least have 

up to date first aid, CPR and AED 

certifications. Beyond that, it is 

important that they have worked with 

children before and are trained in 

behavioral management. 

• How are behavioral and 

disciplinary problems handled? 

This question is most telling of 

whether or not your parenting styles 

match the camp’s philosophy. Will your 

child receive positive reinforcement for 

good behavior and if so what are the 

consequences for bad behavior? 

• How does the camp handle 

special needs? 

If your child has special needs make 

sure the camp has the proper facilties 

and is willing to accommodate them. 

This ranges from wheel chair access to 

medicine storage and allergy awareness. 

• References? 

If you have any skepticism about the 

camp, make sure to ask for references. 

These can either support of refute your 

suspicions. Remember the old adage 

about things that seem to good to be 

true; they typically are. First hand 

accounts of campers are always helpful 

to the final decision. 

With these questions in mind you are 

certain to make a well a educated choice 

that is not simply based on your child’s 

interest in an activity. With some diligent 

research you are sure to find a camp that 

entertains both your child’s interest and 

your peace of mind. ♥ 

Information courtesy of the American 

Camp Association. 


Brunswick Sports Camp 

100 Maher Avenue 

Greenwich, CT 06830 

203-625-5854 

www.brunswickschool.org/athletics/camps 

Brunswick Sports Camp: Super Fun, Improved Fitness 

Fun and fitness: It’s the best and healthiest kids’ recipe for summer. And, for 

more than 70 years, it’s been the specialty of the house at Brunswick School 

Sports Camp in Greenwich. 

“Brunswick Sports Camp, now in its 71st year, will continue to develop and 

improve athletic skills of children ages 6 to 14,” Camp Director Johnny 

Montanez said. 

The co-ed camp runs in one- to five-week sessions from June 24 through 

July 26, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Early drop-off and late pick-up options 

are available. 

“This camp is designed for the travel athlete as well as the first timer. We’ll 

meet your campers’ needs,“ Montanez continued. 

“Our awesome curriculum gives campers core and recreational sports,” he 

said. “With more than 10 hours of athletic instruction and participation in 

games, your camper will have the greatest summer ever.” 

Additionally, each camper will have a chance to win fun, daily competitions 

and opportunities to participate in recreational games, including badminton, 

speedball, handball, flag football, four-square and so much more. 

“Most important, campers will also learn good sportsmanship at the same 

time they’re learning the fundamentals,” Montanez said. 

Brunswick Sports Camps & Clinics primary focus primarily on baseball, 

squash, lacrosse, basketball, soccer, tennis, and football. Secondary sports are 

speedball, water games, handball, badminton, and Nuke-Em’. 

For more information, e-mail or call Johnny Montanez (203-625-5800; 

summercamps@brunswickschool.org) with any questions about any camp. 

“We look forward to seeing you this summer!” Montanez concluded. 

Bushy Hill 

Summer Day Camp 

P.O. Box 577 

Ivoryton, CT 06442 

860-767-2148 

www.bushyhill.org 

Bushy Hill offers four unique camps to children ages 5-16. We believe that as 

people grow in their understanding of the natural world, they, in turn, grow in their 

understanding of others and, ultimately, of themselves. Located on 700 acres of 

mixed forested land, Bushy Hill features miles of maintained hiking trails, an 

eclectic farm, a mile-long, spring-fed lake, and a brand new nature center. 

Activities include exploring the natural surroundings, pond probe, hiking, 

team building, group games, swimming, tracking, safe fire making, 

plant/animal identification, and more! 

Camps run 8:30am – 4:00pm with bus 

transportation, before and after-care available 

upon request. 

Bushy Hill Day Camp fosters a child’s 

curiosity and love for nature in a responsible, 

caring, and non-competitive manner. Twoweek 

sessions; ages 5-12. 

Bushy Mountain Camp is for teens that are ready to take on responsibility 

and use cooperation and communication with peers to complete team building 

activities and projects. Two-week sessions; ages 13-14. 

Counselor in Training Program offers teens the unique opportunity to 

learn and develop skills as a counselor, including conflict resolution and 

group management. Two-week sessions; age 15. 

ABO (Aboriginal camp) teaches the 

indigenous and native skills and knowledge 

used by our ancestors to live with the Earth. 

One-week sessions; ages 13-16. 

Session Dates 

1st session: June 24-July 5 

2nd session: July 8-July 19 

3rd session: July 22-Aug 2 

4th session: Aug 4-Aug 16 

Camp Berger 

134 Wahnee Road 

Winchester Center, CT 06094 

203-565-1724 (off season), 860-379-3558 (seasonal) 

www.campberger.com 

Discovery, Adventure, Friendship, Fun 

Camp Berger is a multi-activity overnight camp located in the beautiful town 

of Winchester Center. Resting on a lovely scenic pond, Camp Berger offers 

five one-week sessions starting July 7 and ending August 10. 

Celebrating its 57th season this summer, Camp Berger has enriched the lives 

of countless children by teaching them life-skills and how to interact with 

nature while having fun. Campers gain valuable knowledge and skills in 

outdoor living as well as by participating in the following activities: Quickball, 

arts & crafts, volleyball, archery, fishing, kayaking/canoes, ultimate Frisbee, 

Ping-Pong, 4-square, softball, basketball, flag football, rocketry, ga-ga ball, 

kickball, capture the flag, swimming, swim lessons, team building activities 

sunfish sailing, and more. Camp Berger is extremely unique in its camp set-up. 

The counselor to camper ratio in a cabin is 2:10. Due to its limited capacity of 

120 campers per session, it creates a personal interaction with counselors and 

campers. When campers come to Berger, they are integrated into a family 

atmosphere and leave camp having learned leadership skills, how to make new 

friends and keep old ones, to respect themselves and most importantly, how to 

have fun while being safe. Camp Berger also has a Montessori approach to 

camp activities. Our campers are able to experience as many different 

programs in a day as they would like. They are also encouraged to try new 

things as at their own pace with counselors who are trained professionals. 

Camp Clio 

Old Lyme, CT 06371 

212-472-5207 

www.CampClio.org 

Camp Clio, a seriously fun place for adopted children aged 9 – 12, is offering 

its second summer of “old-fashioned” summer camp fun. Camp Clio campers 

share a cabin with other adopted boys and girls and trained, teenage counselors 

(themselves adopted) who serve as 

role models and can guide adoption 

conversation in a positive direction. 

Camp Clio is unique! Both 

adopted and non-adopted children 

come together to share canoeing, 

swimming, campfires, sailing, 

games, meals and more. It is a 

camp within a camp. Working in 

conjunction with Camp Claire, which is in its 97th year of operation, Camp 

Clio shares the 11 acres on Hamburg Cove. Together the camps build a sense 

of community as campers learn to understand what makes us the same and 

what makes us different. 

Working with the Evan B. Donaldson Adoption Institute who trains all our 

counselors, our adoption program of fun exploration creates a positive outlet 

for ideas, emotions, healthy body attitudes and personal expression through 

movement and crafts, encouraging campers to increase self-awareness and 

enhance self-esteem. 

Camp Clio can be either sleep-away or all-day (8:00 am – 8:30 pm). All Camp 

Clio campers are assigned a bunk and share a cabin with other adopted boys 

and girls only and adopted counselors who sleep in the cabin with them. Allday 

campers may opt for sleep-away during the week if they choose. 

By popular demand, Camp Clio will have 2 sessions: June 30 – July 6 and July 

7 – 13. Campers may attend either session or both. Scholarships are available. 

Visit WWW.CampClio.org, email info@CampClio.org or call 212-472-5207. 


SPECIAL NEEDS 

Innovative Autism Network 

17 Farmington Avenue 

Plainville, CT 06062 (877) 597-9594 

www.iannetwork.com 

IAN’s summer therapy program is designed and 

staffed by certified teachers & behavior therapists. It 

offers an inclusive environment with emphasis on 

hands-on experiences. Focus areas include: motor 

planning, social skills, creativity, speech & sensory 

integration and outings. Insurance accepted. 

SPECIALIZED SPORTS 

Brunswick Sports Camp 

100 Maher Avenue 

Greenwich, CT 06830 (203) 625-5854 

brunswickschool.org/athletics/camps 

Coed camp for ages preschool through 8th grade; 

basketball, baseball, tennis, soccer, lacrosse, squash, 

football and more. Campers will receive 10 hours of 

various sports instruction per week and play games. 

Phenomenal facilities, special guests and varsity 

coaches. June 24-July 26. Limited enrollment. 

Chelsea Piers Connecticut 

Summer Sports Camps 

1 Blachley Road 

Stamford, CT 06902 (203) 989-1100 

www.chelseapiersCT.com/camp 

Providing world-class facilities, expert instruction and 

the most exciting sports curriculum available! Soccer, 

hockey, figure skating, squash, tennis, gymnastics, 

lacrosse, basketball, swimming and more. Multi-sport 

and two-sport combo camps. Full and half-day 

preschool camps available. June 17-Aug. 30. 

Farmington Valley Fencing Academy 

110A West Dudley Town Road 

Bloomfield, CT 06002 (860) 305-3594 

www.FVFA.com 

Challenge your friend to a duel this summer and 

make it a memorable experience for your child! 

FVFA makes swordfighting a safe, FUN activity for 

kids ages 8-15 with our programs, so contact us 

today! See FVFA ad in this issue for a 10% discount. 

Visit www.FVFA.com or email fvfa@comcast.net. 

King’s Highway Tennis Club 

Summer Camp 

98 Old Kings Highway North 

Darien, CT 06820 (203) 655-8769 

www.kingshwytennis.com 

Tennis instruction for juniors of all ages and levels. 

Learn a sport that lasts a lifetime at one of the area’s 

finest tennis facilities. One week sessions beginning 

in June. Bring a friend and each one gets half off. This 

is a one time offer and expires May 1. 10% off 

additional weeks. 

Milford Indoor Tennis Summer Camp 

580 Bridgeport Avenue 

Milford, CT 06460 (203) 876-1776 

www.milfordindoortennis.com 









Camp Eagle Hill 

Winter Office: 33 Barclay Road 

Scarsdale, NY 10583 

914-725-4876 

www.campeaglehill.com 

Camp Eagle Hill is a coed overnight camp, for ages 6-16, located in beautiful 

Elizaville, New York. Opened in 1963, the camp population has grown and 

these days approximately 250 campers can be found having the time of their 

lives. Despite their growth over time, Eagle Hill has maintained its sense of 

history from its early days, promoting the same qualities of participation and 

camaraderie for its campers over the course of the past five decades. Their 

program is a dynamic one designed to give campers a chance to explore, create, 

learn, exercise and, above all else, have fun! 

With the idea that camp days should be active, each day is set up to provide 

some physical activity through either sports programming or participation in a 

number of optional activities that are physical in nature — rowing a boat, 

taking a dance or gymnastics class, mountain biking or scaling to the top of the 

climbing tower. 

It is also important for campers to have input into their daily activity 

choices — and there are tons of optional activities. A full day at Eagle Hill is 

filled with all kinds of opportunities. 

Campers enjoy participating in sports on the two baseball fields, five 

basketball courts, eight tennis courts, two soccer fields, a large hockey rink and 

three volleyball courts. There is also a tremendous gymnasium that houses the 

Eagle Hill Theatre, a dance studio, Creative Arts Center and more. The springfed 

lake sits at the heart of the camp facility, flanked at either end by one of the 

two pools. The waterfront is always buzzing with activity as the pools are 

constantly filled with swim classes, general swim time, lap swimming, water 

polo games, water aerobics or other fun programs. 

Camp Half Moon 

P.O. Box 188 

Great Barrington, MA 01230 

888-528-0940 

info@camphalfmoon.com 

www.camphalfmoon.com 

Celebrating Our 91st Camp Season! 

Camp Half Moon, located in the Berkshire Hills of Western Massachusetts, 

offers a traditional sleepover camp experience as well as a day camp program 

for younger campers. Our camp is an exciting and 

rewarding experience for children of all ages that 

enhances self-esteem, independence and social values, 

in addition to providing wonderful 

memories to last a lifetime. 

Half Moon’s facilities include a 

waterfront equipped with sail boats, 

row boats, canoes and speed boats as 

well as a sliding board and kayaks. 

Tennis and basketball courts, a skate park, excellent playing 

fields, a theater and other indoor areas for rainy day activities 

are interspersed throughout the grounds. Campers, along with 

their counselor, are housed in spacious, screened cabins. 

Camp Half Moon offers a diversified program in sports, arts and enrichment 

areas. The camp’s goal is to involve each camper in a variety of the many 

activities that are offered; therefore, activities are chosen by the camper on a 

weekly basis. A free period provides the opportunity for campers to participate 

in activities just for pleasure. Half Moon’s program emphasizes instruction 

rather than high competition. Campers are given time to practice and are 

encouraged to recognize all improvements as a measure of success. 

Sleepover camp will run from June 24 through August 16, 2013 with varied 

session lengths. Come be a part of the fun as we celebrate 91 years of quality 

summer camping in the Berkshires! 

Camp Marist 

22 Abel Boulevard 

Effingham, NH 03882 

603-539-4552 

office@campmarist.org 

www.campmarist.org 

For the Best Summer of Your Life! 

June 23-August 10, 2013 

Camp Marist was founded in 1949 on the beautiful shores of Ossipee Lake 

by The Marist Brothers, an international Catholic teaching order. After having 

established numerous elementary and high schools 

throughout the world, the brothers wished to create 

a camp which complemented what they were doing 

in their schools. Camp Marist is a traditional 

residential summer camp for boys and girls, ages 6- 

16. Nestled on 300 acres in the White Mountain 

region of New Hampshire, Camp Marist offers 

children an opportunity to continue learning about 

their faith, learn about character and community, develop strong self-esteem 

and self-awareness, and grow in confidence while practicing new skills. 

Camp Marist campers have over 30 activity options — from horseback riding 

to martial arts. The daily activity program runs on a rotating two-day schedule, 

with five activities on Day 1 and five activities on Day 2. Each day, four of the 

activities scheduled are based on the camper’s own choices. The fifth activity 

will be at the waterfront. The waterfront activity choice may be swimming 

lessons, sailing, kayaking, canoeing or wind-surfing. 

Camp Marist offers 2-, 3-, 4-, 5- and 7-week options throughout the summer. 

Rates include all meals and canteen expenses, laundry services and selected 

cabin trips. Rates and registration information are available at 

www.campmarist.org. ACA Accredited. 

Camp Technovate 

Pathways Academy of Technology and Design 

184 Windsor Ave. 

Windsor, CT 06095 

860-695-9483 

www.camptechnovate.net 

Camp Technovate is kicking off its third season bringing participants new 

courses and exciting adventures in new technologies. 

Before camp begins, campers choose and design a schedule that fits their 

interests. In addition to offering 

four classes a day, they build the 

family atmosphere by 

beginning each day with a full 

camp Plug-In session featuring 

inspiration and motivation, 

along with minute-to-win-it 

games. The day ends with a 

Tech-bo (an all-camp show and 

tell). They also give minds a 

break during the Powerdown 

Sessions when half the camp is outside for a group activity and the other half 

is in the café playing board games, snacking and relaxing. 

Campers can participate in the Video-Game Olympics, RollerCoaster Mania 

and Comic Creations. There is also a Dangerous Course for Boys and a Daring 

Course for Girls. Other selections include: Bridging the Gap, Castle Crashers, 

3D Avatars, CSI Camp Technovate, Crime Scene DNA, LEGO Robotics, 

Music Video Production, Digital Photography and more. 

The camp session runs from July 29 through August 9. Check out the website 

site and call or email with any questions. 

Go Technovate! 



Next Dimension Gymnastics 

25 Lindeman Drive 

Trumbull, CT 06611 (203) 372-3222 

www.nextdimensiongymnastics.com 

Each child leaves with a smile and a belief that they 

can do it! Dynamic classes for recreational gymnasts; 

preschool program; summer camps; adult classes. 

Large facility is a great place for memorable birthday 

parties. Nationally recognized coaching staff. 

Oak Hills Tennis Club Summer Camp 

165 Fillow Street 

Norwalk, CT 06850 (203) 838-9110 

www.oakhillstennisclub.com 







Polly’s Gymnastics 

550 Ferry Blvd. 

Stratford, CT 06615 (203) 375-3244 

www.pollysgymnastics.com 

Summer gymnastics programs for preschool 

through advanced high school levels. Competitive 

classes available. Seven week enrollment. A good 

exercise program for the summer months adds to 

the health and well-being of your youngster. 

Shippan Racquet Club Summer Camp 

45 Harbor Drive 

Stamford, CT 06902 (203) 323-3129 

www.shippanracquet.com 







Spirit Sports Camp at South Kent School 

40 Bull’s Bridge Road 

South Kent, CT 06785 (330) 714-4898 

www.spiritsportscamp.com 

Spirit combines individual athletic instruction in 10 

different sports with the fun activities of a traditional 

overnight camp. Choose up to five sports including 

soccer, lacrosse, basketball, tennis, field hockey, 

volleyball, softball, golf, track and cross country. 

Also arts & crafts, swimming, campfires and more. 

Stamford Twin Rinks 

1063 Hope Street 

Stamford, CT 06907 (203) 968-9000 

www.stamfordtwinrinks.com 

Currently in its 17th year, STR offers 2 regulationsized 

ice skating rinks and daily public skating 

sessions. Hockey, skating and dance programs run 

year-round, conducted by professional, qualified 

instructors. Skate Zone Pro Shop offers expert skate 

sharpening and a full line of equipment & apparel. 

Sterling Farms Tennis 

1349 Newfield Avenue 

Stamford, CT 06905 (203) 561-7713 

www.robriostennis.com 

Day camp programs for ages 4-16. Half-day tennis 9- 

12 p.m., full-day All Sports Camp 9-4 p.m. and fullday 

tennis 9-4 p.m. Early drop-off and extended day 

available. Currently enrolling - register today; call 

203-561-7713 or email robstennis@gmail.com. 


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Camp at Waldorf 


40 Dodgingtown Road (ages 3-7) 

1 Jacklin Road (ages 8-12) 

Newtown, CT 06470 

203-364-1113 

www.waldorfct.org 

Waldorf Summer Camp is a day camp for boys and girls ages 3-12, divided 

into two age groups — ages 3-7 and ages 8-12. The camp offers a full-day 

program with both before and aftercare, and a variety of quality activities 

and special events led by dedicated and talented educators. Waldorf will give 

your child summer days with the right balance of activities and relaxation — 

filled with discovery, creativity, imagination and the opportunity to simply 

“be a kid.” 

Nourish your child’s inherent connection to nature and enliven a sense of 

wonder! Our activities are old-fashioned, wholesome and healthy: singing, 

handcrafts, art, free play and nature exploration. There’s plenty of time to 

discover, create and imagine amongst woodlands, gardens and playgrounds in 

our much-loved camp. Other activities include organic cooking, gardening, 

watercolor painting, archery, fort building, water play and cooperative games. 

Healthy organic snacks are provided daily and campers will enjoy a lunch 

brought from home. A full day in one of the weeks will include activities such 

as bread baking, story telling, puppet shows, cooking, gardening, clay 

modeling and more. 

Waldorf Summer Camp is held on the spacious campus of the Housatonic 

Valley Waldorf School, an independent day school in Newtown, offering 

grades 1-8 and early childhood classes. The Housatonic Valley Waldorf School 

is a fully accredited member of the Association of Waldorf Schools of North 

America and the Connecticut Association of Independent Schools. 

Cheshire Nursery School 

Summer Program 

Director: Jan Romo 

200 Mansion Road 

Cheshire, CT 06410 

203-272-5435 

cheshirenurseryschool@yahoo.com 

www.thecheshirenurseryschool.com 

While including all the aspects of our discovery-based academic-year 

curriculum such as art studio, music and movement, science exploration and 

literacy/communications, the CNS summer program also offers plenty of 

outdoor games, sports and water play on our beautiful and spacious acreage. 

Enrollment is open to children ages 3-6, and is limited to 16 children in each 

session. All summer program staff have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in 

education. 

Sessions begin at 9 a.m. and end at 5 p.m. daily. Children may attend on a fullweek 

basis, or may register for a Monday-Wednesday-Friday or Tuesday- 

Thursday program. Each day includes a mix of outdoor activities, 

programming inside our air-conditioned schoolhouse, and a one-hour “siesta” 

following lunch. 

Parents may enroll their children in any or all of our three two-week summer 

sessions. We offer a 10% discount for siblings, and there is a 10% discount on 

summer tuition for any child registered for all three sessions prior to the start 

of the first week. 

Dates are as follows: 

Session 1: July 8 – July 19 (2 weeks) 

Session 2: July 22 – August 2 (2 weeks) 

Session 3: August 5 – August 16 (2 weeks) 

Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo 

1875 Noble Avenue 

Bridgeport, CT 06610 

203-394-6563 

www.beardsleyzoo.org 

If you love animals, the environment and being outdoors then you’ll love Zoo 

Patrol at Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo, a week full of zoo keeper talks, 

behind the scenes tours, hands-on learning, games, crafts and more for children 

ages 6-14! 

The zoo has been running this very popular program for 16 years. Children 

get a fun week of zoo-based activities, tours, and behind the scenes 

experiences. Each day patrollers tour an area of the zoo (Rainforest, Predators, 

Farmyard, Hoofstock) and have a special presentation by the keeper staff. The 

activities may include making enrichment items for the animals, watching 

training procedures, learning about new exhibits and more. Each week also 

offers some of the zoo presentations and introduction to the education animal 

collection. Zoo related games, crafts and activities for the younger groups are 

also offered. The sessions for the older children may include hands-on 

activities involving tracking, scientific observation and artifact identification. 

Zoo Patrollers also take part in all special summer shows offered by the zoo. 

Each day includes time for a snack and a little air-conditioned break! Special 

Friday activities include a carousel ride and a trip to the gift shop. 

Sessions are scheduled for children ages 6-8, 9-11 and 12-14. Zoo Patrol takes 

place in the Research Station and throughout zoo grounds. Children arrive at 9 

a.m. and leave at 12:30 p.m. Weeks offered: July 8-12, session for ages 6-8; 

July 15-19, session for ages 9-11; July 22-26, session for ages 6-8; July 29- 

August 2, session for ages 12-14; August 5-9, session for ages 9-11; and 

August 12-16, session for ages 6-8. The cost is $130 per week for members; 

and $155 for non-members. 


Summer Camp 

317 New Canaan Road/Route 106 (Silvermine area) 

Wilton, CT 06897 

203-762-9860 • info@CTFriendsSchool.org 

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Connecticut Friends School Camps for 3-13 year olds 

Friends Nursery School Summer Camp is for 3-5 year olds, and will run from 

June 10 – August 2 on our lovely wooded campus. Friends Nursery School 

Summer Camp aims to create positive childhood summer memories and 

friendships. The nurturing and experienced counselors provide a fun, relaxed 

environment where children can make mud pies, build towers, read books, sing 

songs, splash in the water table, run through the sprinkler or just enjoy the 

summer with their friends. Camp is from 9 – 1 every day, with 3- and 5-day 

options. Counselors are experienced early childhood educators. Enroll for the 

full season or weekly. 

CFS Summer Camp is for children entering grades 1-4, and runs 9 a.m.-3 

p.m., June 10-28. Community building games, arts and crafts, outdoor 

activities, daily trips to museums, zoos, sporting locations or swimming are 

highlights. Enroll for one, two or three weeks. 

CFS Adventure Camp is for children entering grades 5-8, and runs 8:30 a.m.- 

4:30 p.m., June 10-28. Camp will be a blend of outdoor adventure and cultural 

field trips as well as community service, science and art activities every week. 

Enroll for one, two or three weeks. 

Learn more about Connecticut Friends School & Summer Camps at our Open 

House on Friday, April 5, from 1-3 p.m. CFS combines outstanding academics, 

arts and outdoor leadership programs with all the best a Friends education has 

to offer. CFS students engage in serious work in a joyous atmosphere, and hail 

from Wilton, Westport, New Canaan, Norwalk, Darien, Redding, Weston, and 

other local communities. Contact us for more information. 



Trumbull Racquet Club Summer Camp 


Trumbull, CT 06611 (203) 374-8622 

www.trumbullracquet.com 







Yale Bulldog Sports Camp 

70 Tower Parkway 

New Haven, CT 06520 (203) 432-2488 

Designed to promote individual development and to 

guide youngsters through exciting sports and 

recreational activities. Coed camp for children ages 6- 

14. Indoor/outdoor sports include baseball, basketball, 

field hockey, golf, gymnastics, lacrosse, rowing, soccer, 

squash, swimming, tennis, volleyball and more. 

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE 

Mountain Workshop 

35 Miry Brook Road 

Danbury, CT 06810 (800) 831-1273 

www.mountainworkshop.com 

For over 30 years, taking children and teens into the 

great outdoors and providing Awesome Adventures 

that last a lifetime. We offer local day programs for 8- 

13 year olds and travel adventures for 12-17 year 

olds. Martha’s Vineyard, Adirondacks, Berkshires, 

Maine and Connecticut. Come join us this summer! 

DAY PROGRAMS 

Adventures in Art: 

Summer Programs in the Visual Arts 

at Creative Arts Workshop 


New Haven, CT 06510 (203) 562-4927 

www.creativeartsworkshop.org 

This summer give your child an Adventure in Art at 

Creative Arts Workshop! Weeklong programs in 

drawing and painting, clay, mixed media and more 

for 4-6 year olds, grades 2-5 and grades 6-8. 

Programs run from June 18 to August 10; students 

may register for as many weeks as they choose. 

Art Colony Camp at 

The Florence Griswold Museum 


Old Lyme, CT 06371 (860) 434-5542 

www.FlorenceGriswoldMuseum.org 

Weekly sessions for children entering grades 1-6. 

Campers discover the art and history of the Lyme Art 

Colony while exploring art exhibitions, painting, 

playing games and more. Camp culminates with a 

student project exhibition. Schedule runs June 8 

through August 10. See website for age-specific weeks. 


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Connecticut Science Center 

Summer Vacation Exploration Camp 

250 Columbus Boulevard 

Hartford, CT 06103 

860-520-2177 

camps@CTScienceCenter.org 

www.CTScienceCenter.org/camps 

Provide your children with hands-on science enrichment through fun and 

engaging activities this summer. They will explore a different science activity 

each week! It is the perfect activity for first through sixth graders, with funfilled 

weeks that include structured activities with staff scientists and 

counselors plus, supervised free time to explore the Science Center’s galleries 

and exhibits. 

Summer Vacation Exploration Camps are being offered July 22-July 26, 

July 29-August 2, August 5-August 9, August 12-August 16, and August 19- 

August 23. Attend one week or all five! Camps run from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. each 

day. The Science Center is conveniently located with easy access from I-91 and 

I-84. Free parking is available for pick-up and drop-off. 

Non-members: $315/week 

Members: $285/week 

Downtown Hartford Employee: $300/week 

After hours care: 4-5 p.m. — $15 per day 

for non-members/$10 per day for members 

Photo by Brian Ambrose. 

Crystal Theatre Summer Camps 2013 

Located at Ben Franklin Theater or Cranbury Park 

Director: Cheryl Kemeny 

crysthr@optonline.net 

203-847-4850 

www.crystaltheatre.org 

Norwalk’s non-profit Crystal Theatre will 

be offering six separate theatre camps this 

summer. Four of them take place at our air-conditioned South Norwalk studios 

at Ben Franklin Center and the other 2 multi-arts camps are at beautiful 

Cranbury Park, in conjunction with the City of Norwalk. 

In our 25th year, we continue with our philosophy of “learning by doing” in 

a supportive and fun atmosphere. We know kids want to “put on a show” and 

we do all we can to give them the training to look and sound great by providing 

the opportunity to work with superior teachers. 

“Be a star!” this summer at Crystal Theatre’s rockin’ camps. Offerings 

include: Broadway Boot Camp (6/24-6/29)— a cabaret camp that is all singing 

and dancing to great Broadway songs for students entering grades 5-11 with 

two performances on June 28 and June 29; The Friendship Players (7/8-7/19)– 

a big splashy old-fashioned Broadway-style musical set in the 1930’s for 

students entering grades 5-11 with two performances on July 18 and July 19; 

Hansel & Gretel (July 29-Aug 3) — a fun-filled musical by Cheryl Kemeny 

with lots of parts for students entering grades 1-4 with two performances on 

Aug 8th; Sally the Scourge-a big musical for 4th-7th (8/12-8/17); and 2 

sessions of Arts In The Park: (July 15-July 26 and July 29-Aug9) — a multiarts 

experience in which grades 1-8 are divided into younger and older groups 

(grades 1-3 and grades 4-8) each presenting their own musical shows in 

addition to painting watercolors, doing crafts, dancing and outdoor games! 

Performances on last camp days at 6 and 8 p.m. 

All camps culminate in shows at our air-conditioned theater located in South 

Norwalk. Register online today! 

Curtain Call, Inc. 

Sterling Farms Theatre Complex 


Stamford, CT 06905 

203-329-8207, ext. 16 

www.curtaincallinc.com 

Summer is a time for kids to ACT OUT… and what better way than in a 

Curtain Call performance workshop! With our professional facilities and 

experienced faculty, our SUMMERSTOCK WORKSHOPS and SUMMER 

YOUTH THEATRE are ideal, creative outlets! 

SUMMERSTOCK WORKSHOPS are full-day, performance curriculums: 

Summerstock Creative Theatre (ages 11-16): June 24-July 3, 2013; 

Monday-Friday, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (no class July 4). Improvisation, 

modern acting and Shakespeare. Build performance skills, creative instincts 

and self-confidence. 

Summerstock Musical Theatre (ages 11-16): July 8-19, 2013; Monday- 

Friday 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. A fun and focused study in voice, movement and 

acting for musical theatre performance. 

Summerstock Junior (ages 6-11): Two, separate, two-week sessions, July 22- 

August 2 and August 5-16, 2013; Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. A wellrounded 

curriculum featuring acting, music, movement and basic stage craft. 

Each session culminates in a performance showcase for family and friends. 

Sessions fill quickly, so register NOW! 

Curtain Call’s SUMMER YOUTH THEATRE has provided creative 

opportunities for ages 10 to 21 both on-stage and behind-the-scenes and 

features up to 100 participants. This summer, Curtain Call's Summer Youth 

Theatre will present not just one fantastic, musical production, but two: 

Stephen Sondheim’s Into the Woods and Disney’s Alice in Wonderland, Jr. 

All programs take place in a safe, professional environment on the Sterling 

Farms Theatre Complex and are designed to promote participation in the arts, 

develop more successful lives, build greater self-confidence and awareness, 

and are a great way to make new friends with common interests! 

The Discovery 

Museum & Planetarium 

4450 Park Avenue 

Bridgeport, CT 06604 

203-372-3521 

www.discoverymuseum.org 

The Discovery Museum and Planetarium is a hand-on interactive museum for 

all ages with over 65 exhibits areas featuring “see, hear and touch” 

explorations of science technology and ideas. 

School’s out? Keep learning! The Discovery Museum offers fun and engaging 

science summer programs. Sign your children up for one or more of the weeklong, 

exciting, hands-on programs and open the doors to a whole new world of 

exploration. Instructors are members of the museum’s highly trained staff. 

The full and half-day programs from June 24th to August 9th feature a new 

theme each week. Youngsters from Kindergarten to Grade 9 explore outer 

space, ocean depths, robotics, dinosaurs, solar race cars, animation and more – 

including the favorite Mad Scientist Laboratory! An extended day option is 

available for all ages. Participants will have additional activities and outdoor 

time, if weather permits. 

The Discovery Museum’s 20,000 square foot facility includes travelling and 

permanent interactive exhibits galleries, a 124 seat planetarium, Connecticut’s 

only Challenger Learning Center, an 80 seat auditorium and five multi-purpose 

classrooms where hands-on science classes are conducted. 

Come to The Discovery Museum and Planetarium and 

rediscover the world around you! 



Audubon Arts Summer Program 

Neighborhood Music School 



(203) 624-5189, ext. 26 

www.neighborhoodmusicschool.org 

Open your child’s mind with fun & enriching arts 

experiences! Singing, drama, arts, music & 

performances. 3-wk sessions start 6/24 & 7/15; 6wk 

session runs 6/24-8/2. For children ages 4-16. 

CIT Program. Early Drop Off and Extended Day 

available for all ages. Call to receive an application! 

Bright Horizons’ Summer Programs 

Locations Throughout Connecticut 

(866) 854-1958 

www.brighthorizons.com 

Through discovery and exploration, your child will 

experience the summer of a lifetime while enrolled 

in Our World Our Backyard, Bright Horizons’ 

signature summer program. Discover science and 

explore nature, creative arts and music, while 

learning about the vast opportunities in the world. 

Bushy Hill Summer Day Camps 

P.O. Box 577 

Ivoryton, CT 06442 (860) 767-2148 

www.bushyhill.org 

Camps that foster a child’s curiosity and love for 

nature in a responsible, caring and non-competitive 

manner. Our summer team is comprised of current 

and prospective teachers. Team building, hiking, 

swimming, visiting our farm, exploring and more. 

700+ acre property. Open to campers ages 5-16. 

Camp Technovate 

at Pathways Academy of Technology 

and Design Magnet High School 

184 Windsor Avenue 

Windsor, CT 06095 (860) 695-9483 

www.camptechnovate.net 

Camp Technovate exposes middle school students 

to various fields of technology. This experiential 

education program promotes an integrated, handson, 

applied technology curriculum, introduces 

students to 21st century skills, and we can’t forget to 

mention the fun! Digital photography and more. 

Camp at Waldorf 


40 Dodgingtown Road (ages 3-7) 

1 Jacklin Road (ages 8-12) 

Newtown, CT 06470 (203) 364-9557 

www.waldforfct.org 

Ages 3-7 and ages 8-12. Camp runs for 6 weeks. 

Each week will have its own nature inspired theme. 

10% discount when you sign up for all 6 weeks. For 

more information email us at camp@waldorfct.org. 



200 Mansion Road 

Cheshire, CT 06410 (203) 272-5435 


Featuring art studio, music and movement, science 

exploration as well as outdoor games, sports and 

water play on our beautiful and spacious acreage. 

All staff have a bachelor’s or master’s in education. 

Three separate sessions in July & August for ages 3- 

6. Maximum enrollment, 16 per session. 


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ESF Summer Camps 

at Greenwich Academy 

200 North Maple Avenue 


203-869-4444 or 800-529-CAMP 

www.esfcamps.com/Greenwich 

ESF Summer Camps at Greenwich Academy is far more than a season at camp. 

ESF is a place where campers feel at home their very first year, where new 

experiences can be tried and old skills improved. Whether you are searching for 

a fun-filled camp experience for a younger camper which offers a variety of 

exciting, hands-on activities; an action-packed, multisports camp; or a camp 

designed to broaden the horizons of the older camper, ESF has camps that will 

create incredible memories, build life skills and empower futures! 

This year, camp will be from June 17-August 16 with 2-9 week sessions 

available. Camp hours are 9 a.m.-3 p.m. and ESF’s extended day program 

is available from 8-9 a.m. and from 3-6 p.m. 

ESF Camp Open Houses: Sat., March 9, 1-4 p.m. and Sun., April 6, 1-4 p.m. 

DAY CAMP SHOW DATES 

• Friday, July 19: Legend of the Spirit Stick 

• Friday, August 15: Treasure Island: Young 

Pirates of the Caribbean 

SENIOR CAMP DATES 

Individual Dates 

• July 9 & 30: Oracle Games 

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Extended Programs 

• June 17-21: Inventors’ Workshop 

2013 World League 

• June 24-28: Break Dancing 

• June 26: Greenwich Sports Camp vs. Riverdale • July 1-5: Rocketry 

Sports Camp 

• July 8-12: Carnival, Circus and Magic 

• July 18: Greenwich Sports Camp vs. 

• July 15-19: Culinary Arts: Great American 

Moorestown Friends Sports Camp 

Cookout 

• Aug. 7: World League Championship Games • July 22-August 2: Musical Theater: Fame, Jr. 

(Ranking will determine participation) • August 5-9: Outdoor Adventure—Rockwall 

*Dates are subject to change 

• August 12-16: Digital Photography 

AFTER CAMP PROGRAMS 

See website for details. 

Excursions in Learning 

at Manchester Community College 

Coordinator: Carleigh Cappetta Schultz 

860-512-2804 

CSchultz@manchestercc.edu 

www.manchestercc.edu/continuing/excursions 

Do something unique this summer! 

July 2013 — Grades 5th-8th 

Technology Camp: design and build your own robot or rocket • July 8-19 

Junior Culinary Institute: cook a delicious buffet for family • July 8-26 

Adventures in Leadership: master our ropes course • July 15-26 

August 2013 — Grades K-8th 

Summer Academy for Gifted Youth: August 5-16 

Monday-Friday • 9 a.m-4 p.m. 

Do you have an inquisitive and creative child? 

Stimulate their curiosity in this two-week intensive academic program! 

Over 30 different courses to choose from 

Curriculum is creative, challenging and hands-on 

Half-day or full-day placements available 

Pre- and post-program care provided at a minimal additional cost 

Need-based scholarships available 

For more information contact the coordinator or visit our website. 

Farm Camp at The Unquowa School 

981 Stratfield Road 

Fairfield, CT 06825 

203-336-3801 

MFaulkner@unquowa.org 

www.unquowa.org 

Farm Camp at The Unquowa School combines the best of environmental 

education with traditional summer day camp. Children will explore the magic 

of woodland gardening and learn how farm gardens grow. Campers will spend 

mornings at Sport Hill Organic Farm planting, harvesting and collecting eggs. 

Afternoons will be spent drawing woodland plants and local birds, doing 

related crafts and preparing seasonal meals with Unquowa’s chef. 

From composting to recycling, from learning how to grow things to learning 

how to protect and attract the birds and insects that live in harmony with our 

farms and gardens, our camp’s activities will encourage the next generation of 

stewards of the land. 

Summer in the garden is about growth and blossoming. Every week will be a 

new adventure for our campers! 

Weekly sessions from 

June 17-July 12 for students 

entering grades PK4-6. For 

more information and a 

detailed brochure/registration, 

visit www.unquowa.org or 

email us at 

mary.faulkner@unquowa.org. 

Farmington Valley Fencing Academy 

110A West Dudley Town Road 

Bloomfied, CT 06002 

860-305-3594 

www.FVFA.com 

Train under the tutelage of acclaimed coach and nationally recognized 

fencer Mal-sun Marletto at the Farmington Valley Fencing Academy 

(FVFA). The recent success of U.S. fencers in international competitions 

including the Olympics has sparked an interest in the sport from CT 

residents. While FVFA is open to fencing enthusiasts of all ages, it has 

proven most beneficial to young fencers whose towns do not have 

organized programs. With Coach Marletto’s help, they are able to compete 

against some of the best high school fencers in the state. 

It is Coach Marletto’s personal philosophy that fencing is a sport people 

of all ages can enjoy. She started 

fencing at the age of 10 in Europe, 

and is able to appeal to students from 

ages 12-60 with skills training catered 

to each student’s personal 

capabilities. Most recently, two 

FVFA, high school students won gold 

and silver medals at the Connecticut High School Annual JV Tournament 

while another student, age 46, won a silver medal at the North American 

Cup in Milwaukee, proving success across the board. 

The Farmington Valley Fencing Academy features week-long summer 

clinics which include daily fencing instruction, lots of fun activities that 

work on important skills needed in fencing — including reaction, change 

of direction, and agility. Students enjoy watching a fencing movie at 

lunchtime as well! 

Call for more information on upcoming programs. 



Connecticut Dance School 

42 Halley Court 

Fairfield, CT 06825 (203) 384-2492 

www.ctdanceschool.com 

A not-for-profit organization, the school is 

dedicated to providing dance education of the 

highest standard to the Connecticut community. 

Starting from age 3, young children learn about the 

joy of dance in Creative class, followed by Pre-Ballet 

and Ballet and Pointe classes (also Modern & Jazz). 


Summer Camp 

317 New Canaan Road 

Wilton, CT 06897 (203) 762-9860 

www.CTFriendsSchool.org 

Our small, nurturing community provides the 

environment for individual growth. In our beautiful, 

natural setting, 5-14 year olds take up meaningful 

work and play. Full day camp includes field trips, 

swimming, arts, gardening, community building, 

group and free choice activities. Choose 1-5 weeks. 

Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo 

1875 Noble Avenue 

Bridgeport, CT 06610 (203) 394-6565 

www.beardsleyzoo.org 

An exciting summer program for children ages 6-14. 

Situated on zoo grounds, the children participate in 

zookeeper talks, animal-related programs and crafts. 

A typical day may include in-depth exploration of 

the zoo, games, hands-on activities and more. If you 

love animals then you’ll love ZOO PATROL! 

Crystal Theatre 

12 June Avenue (office) 

Norwalk, CT 06850 (203) 847-4850 

www.crystaltheatre.org 

Break out your inner Broadway star this summer: 

“Broadway Boot Camp” (6/24-6/29, 5th-11th); “The 

Friendship Players” (7/8-7/19, 5th-11th); “Hansel & 

Gretel” (7/29-8/3, 1st-4th); “Sally the Scourge” 

(8/12-8/17); “Arts in the Park I & II” (multi-arts 

experience 7/15-7/26 & 7/29-8/3, 1st-8th). 

Curtain Call, Inc. 

Performance Workshop Programs 



(203) 329-8207, ext. 16 

www.curtaincallinc.com 

Fall, winter and spring classes after school, 

evenings and weekends for kids, teens and 

adults...PLUS full-day winter and summer vacation 

programs for ages 6 to 16. All classes take place at 

the Sterling Farms Theatre Complex, and our 

instructors are dedicated to education in the arts. 

The Discovery Museum and Planetarium 

4450 Park Avenue 

Bridgeport, CT 06604 (203) 372-3521 

www.discoverymuseum.org 

Week-long full and 1/2-day camp programs in July 

and August from the experts at making learning 

fun! A new theme each week keeps youngsters from 

grades K on up exploring outer space, ocean depths, 

gems, dinosaurs, solar race cars, animation and 

more, like the favorite Mad Scientist Laboratory! 


FENCING SUMMER CLINICS 

Discover a unique exciting new sport this summer! 

Week-long Week-long Summer Summer Clinics Clinics in in the the Greater Greater 

Hartford Hartford area area available available for for Beginner Beginner 

Boys Boys && Girls Girls under under 10, 10, and and 11 11 to to 15 15 

Daily fencing instruction, lots of fun 

games, reaction, speed & agility training, 

and fencing movie at lunchtime included! 

Sign up by May 15 and get 10% off 

mentioning “CT Parent ad” 

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Fencing Academy 

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860-305-3594 – www.FVFA.com 

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Flash Pointe Dance 

1657 Post Road 

Fairfield, CT 06824 

203-259-1600 

www.flashpointedance.com 

Flash Pointe Dance was opened to provide an environment where the art of 

dance and movement could be appreciated and fostered in a judgement free, 

nurturing environment. It is their intent to bring the best and most exciting 

instructors and classes available to Fairfield County. They offer the hottest new 

trends in the dance world as well as the most pristine of the classics. Instructors 

are chosen for their extensive knowledge of dance, as well as for their ability 

to offer instruction in a supportive and inspiring manner. 

Not everyone who walks through the studio doors is destined to become a 

professional dancer, in fact most will not. But if they walk away with a love of 

dance, an understanding that using their body daily is important to good mental 

and physical health, and a certainty that they have found more within 

themselves than they thought they had, then the spark was lit that is the reason 

for Flash Pointe Dance. They are committed to offering an inspirational and 

challenging program for the recreational dancer. If you have a college or 

professionally bound dancer, Flash Pointe Dance will provide the training and 

guidance required to enter this highly competitive field. 

Classes are offered for preschool through adult in the new, five studio, stateof-the-art 

facility. Participants enjoy jazz, contemporary, lyrical, musical 

theater, Broadway and rhythm tap, modern, classical and contemporary ballet, 

break, hip hop and more. 

Be inspired by the best! 

The Foote School 

Summer Theater Program 

Early & Late Summer Adventures 

50 Loomis Place 


203-777-3464 

www.footeschool.org 


Founded 1916 

laete cognoscam et laete docebo 

Be part of a Foote School Summer! The Foote School Summer Theater, one of 

the most renowned summer theater experiences in the nation, also includes the 

popular Young Actors Workshop. 

There’s more than great theater: explore Connecticut, master magic, build 

rockets, polish writing and artistic skills, and indulge in creativity beyond your 

imagination on Foote’s beautiful campus at the 

edge of Yale University. Join us for a Foote 

School summer to remember! 

About Foote: Foote’s 17.8 acre campus has 

11 classroom buildings, including a new stateof-the-art 

science and technology building, 

an air-conditioned black box theater with a 

large backstage/prep area, music and art 

studios, a gymnasium and a butterfly garden 

and wooded area for outdoor education. Students come from Foote and many, 

many other schools. 

Visit www.footeschool.org and click on School Life/Summer Programs, call 

203-777-3464, or stop by the main office at 50 Loomis Place, New Haven, for 

a brochure. 

Gan Hayeled Early Childhood Center 

Summer Camp 

Director: Lana Gad 

75 Rimmon Road 

Woodbridge, CT 06525 

203-389-2111, ext. 214 

ganhayeled@gmail.com 

www.ganhayeled.org 

Gan Hayeled offers a relaxed, nurturing, fun summer camp for children ages 

2-5. The camp, held weekdays from 9 a.m.-1 p.m., is led by a team of qualified 

and experienced early childhood teachers. 

We follow a week by week themed schedule and incorporate creative play, 

baking, crafts, clay, stories, singing and dancing. 

We plant and take care of our nature garden of herbs, vegetables, fruit and 

flowers. Daily outdoor water play keeps the campers cool with slides, 

sprinklers, water tables, bubbles and home-made ice pops. 

2013 Summer Camp Schedule: 

6 week session: July 1-August 9 

3 week session: July 1-July 19 

3 week session: July 22-August 9 

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Team Sports - Gymnastics - Crafts 

Pottery - Waterskiing - Archery 

Judo - Rocketry Golf - Yoga 

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much, much more! 

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Greenwich Suzuki Academy 

15 East Putnam Avenue, #176 


203-561-6176 

greenwichsuzukiacademy@yahoo.com 

www.greenwichsuzukiacademy.org 

The Gift of Music for Your Child & Yourself 

GSA Director Heather Watson Hardie 

The Greenwich Suzuki Academy (GSA) is a private Suzuki Method music 

school that provides instruction to children, ages 3-18, on violin, viola, flute, 

cello and guitar. 

The summer program at GSA operates differently than during the academic 

year. We currently do not offer regular group classes, solo recitals, group 

concerts, parent classes, or ensembles during this time. Since both students and 

teachers have variable availability in the summer, GSA utilizes a per lesson fee. 

During the academic year, private lessons, groups classes and parent training 

seminars are offered, in addition to beginning orchestra and advanced chamber 

music. All students receive a private lesson and a group class each week. 

Suzuki early childhood education is also available for babies and toddlers, 

0-3 years old. Striving to bring music to all children, the academy uses 

Dr. Suzuki’s loving and nurturing approach to music education. The goal is to 

help create more complete and developed children through the medium of 

music and musical understanding. 

GSA believes that music education should be a joyful experience and one 

where each child is taught to love music as well as the learning process. 

Lessons and performances are generally held at Christ Church, located at 

254 E. Putnam Avenue, right next to Temple Sholom. We are easily accessed 

by taking either exit 3 or 4 off I-95. 

Contact us for more information about our summer and academic year 

programs for your budding musician! 

Hamden Hall 

Summer Programs 

Director: Bruce Rich 

225 Skiff Street (Camp/Sports Camps) 

1108 Whitney Avenue (Summer Academy) 

Hamden, CT 06518 

203-752-2600 

www.hamdenhall.org 

Hamden Hall Country Day School offers a comprehensive summer program 

that provides a wide range of activities and enrichment opportunities for 

children entering PreK through 12th grade. The summer program is in session 

from June 17 to August 9. 

Camp Hornet offers daily swim lessons, group games, arts and crafts, sports 

and theme activities. Camp is held at the Beckerman Athletic Center located 

on Skiff Street in Hamden. The 8-week program will run daily from 9 a.m.- 

3:30 p.m., with both morning and afternoon extended day coverage. 

Summer Academy, which is held on our Whitney Avenue Campus, offers a 

variety of enrichment workshops and classes, study skills programs and 

preview/review courses in core subject areas. Credit courses are also available. 

Students have the unique opportunity to combine their morning session at the 

Summer Academy with afternoon activities and swimming in our pool. 

Sports Camps offer the aspiring athlete the opportunity to improve 

individual skills or to learn the basic skills of a new sport. A wide variety of 

camps are available including Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Tennis, Lacrosse, 

Field Hockey, and Golf. 

Teen Camp and the Outdoor Classroom provides campers with a truly 

unique experience as they travel throughout Connecticut in search of fun and 

adventure. 

Open House - Sunday, April 28, 1-3 p.m. 

Visit our website for detailed information or call to request a brochure. 

The Hartt School Community Division 

200 Bloomfield Avenue 

West Hartford, CT 06117 

860-768-4451 

harttcomm@hartford.edu 

www.hcd.hartford.edu 

The Hartt School Community Division is a comprehensive community arts 

school providing instruction in music and dance for individuals of all ages and 

experience levels. The Community Division is accredited by the Accrediting 

Commission for Community and Pre-Collegiate Arts Schools and is viewed as 

a national model for community schools based on university campuses. 

Summer Vocal Institute: Musical Theater Intensive • July 1-12 

SVI: MTI is an intensive personalized performance day program designed for 

singers, actors, and dancers who want to dramatically improve and integrate 

their vocal, dramatic and dance skills. Participants are assigned musical scenes 

and repertoire chosen specifically for them by our experienced faculty. Entrance 

is by audition. Enrollment is limited. 

From Studio to Stage: Summer Ballet Intensive • July 1-27 

From Studio to Stage is a pre-professional program offering extensive 

performance experience to guide young dancers into today’s dance world. 

Directed by acclaimed teacher Laura Alonso, this multi-faceted and rigorous 

curriculum takes students beyond technique and leads them to improved 

performance. Entrance is by audition. 

Summer Masterclasses for the Developing Musician • August 12-16 

Summer Masterclasses for the Developing Musician are one-week intensive 

programs focused on Middle and High School string wind, brass, and 

percussion students. They are designed to challenge students, encouraging them 

to reach their potential through three-hours of small group instruction with our 

highly regarded faculty. No audition required though students should have 2-3 

years of playing experience. 

Healthtrax Fitness & Wellness 

18 Centers with 6 CT Locations in 

Avon, Bristol, Enfield, Glastonbury, 

Newington and North Haven. 

800-505-5000 

www.healthtrax.com 

At Healthtrax Fitness & Wellness, we offer fitness and wellness programs to 

parents and kids of all ages in a comfortable, safe, and fun environment. 

Healthtrax has created three age-appropriate kidZONE areas* and programs 

for your children, all included in a family membership to Healthtrax. 

Zone 1 (ages 8 weeks to 6 years): Bring your children to play with toys, read 

books, or color while you workout. 

Zone 2- (ages 7-13 years): The Kidz Tween Room provides a quiet place to 

unwind, play games and work on homework. The room includes computers; 

Wii games, homework stations and more. Kidz Programs get your children 

active with water and land activities from Youth Yoga to Junior Aquatics. 

Zone 3-The Teens (ages 14-15 years): Healthtrax offers a fitness orientation 

program called 'Healthy Start' that includes fitness assessments, trainer assisted 

workouts and instruction. 

Healthtrax also offers birthday party packages and swim lessons for both 

members and non-members. 

For more information, or for a Free Guest Pass 

(must be 18+ or older) call 800-505-5000 or 

click www.healthtrax.com and choose the 

location nearest you. 

*kidZONE amenities and programs vary by Center. 



Eagle Hill Southport 

214 Main Street 

Southport, CT 06890 (203) 254-2044 

www.eaglehillsouthport.org 

Children can lose momentum when they are away 

from school during the summer months. Students 

ages 6-14 are immersed in integrated programs that 

are dynamic and fun. Low student:teacher ratio, 

individualized instruction and multi-modal learning 

activities. Two- or five-week program available. 

ESF Summer Camps at 

Greenwich Academy 


Greenwich, CT 06830 (203) 869-4444 

www.esfcamps.com 

Exciting camp programs offering over 60 activities, a 

wide variety of sports and new adventures for boys 

and girls ages 4 to 15. Flexible scheduling with 1 to 9 

week options. Extended day program available 

daily! Award-winning family-owned & operated 

since 1982. 


at Manchester Community College 

Coordinator: Carleigh Schultz 

(860) 512-2804 or CSchultz@manchestercc.edu 

www.manchester.edu/continuing/excursions 

Enrichment Programs for Inquisitive Minds in 

Grades K-8! Full-day enrichment programs in July 

and August, plus Saturday classes in the fall and 

spring! July 8-26 for grades 5-8 includes Jr. Culinary 

Institute and Technology Camp. The Summer 

Academy for Gifted Youth runs Aug. 5-16 for K-8. 

Fairfield Country Day School 

Summer Fun 

2970 Bronson Road 

Fairfield, CT 06824 (203) 259-2723 

www.fairfieldcountryday.org 

For boys and girls, grades K-7. Summer Fun 

activities include arts & crafts, athletics, computers, 

cooking, games, music, swimming and much more. 

FCDS Summer Fun offers weekly sessions Mon.-Fri., 

9 a.m.-4 p.m. each day. There will be seven weekly 

sessions in summer 2013. 

Farm Camp at the Unquowa School 

981 Stratfield Road 

Fairfield, CT 06825 (203) 336-3801 

mfaulkner@unquowa.org 

Join us and learn we are all stewards of the Earth! 

Enjoy field experiences, explore nature through 

science and art, work with an organic farmer and 

learn to cook. Children have a natural passion to 

protect all things in nature. Nurture this quality 

through the authentic exposure of this program. 

Flash Pointe Dance 

1657 Post Road, Fairfield, CT 06824 

(203) 259-1600 

www.flashpointedance.com 

Be Inspired by the Best! Flash Pointe Dance opens 

its 6th season at our new five studio, state-of-the-art 

environmentally friendlier facility. Enjoy jazz, 

contemporary, lyrical, musical theater, Broadway 

and rhythm tap, modern, classical and 

contemporary ballet, break, hip hop and more. 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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High Meadow Day Camp 

Granby, CT 06035 

Director: Chuck Washer 

860-653-9325 

director@highmeadowdaycamp.com 


Included bus transportation and meals make High Meadow Day Camp an 

attractive choice for busy parents — but the wide variety of activities makes us 

the choice for kids who want the most summer fun they can get. 

We welcome boys and girls, ages 4 to 13, for traditional programs like 

Swimming, Nature, Arts & Crafts, Archery and Team Sports — and also for 

updated programs like Rock-Climbing, Low Ropes Adventure, Zip Line, 

Cooking, Aerobics and Ceramics. Special events like Penny Carnival, Talent 

Show, Wacky Water Wars and others add to the diversity and excitement of a 

summer experience at High Meadow. 

Accreditation by the American Camping Association (ACA) assures parents 

that we are committed to program quality and adherence to high health and 

safety standards. 

Our annual Open House will be held on Sunday, April 28 from 1-5 p.m., but 

feel free to contact the director if you would like a tour at a more convenient 

time. Our 2013 season begins on Monday, June 24 and runs for eight weeks 

through Friday, August 16. 

Holiday Hill Day Camp 

Cheshire, CT 06410 

Director: Erik Patchkofsky 

203-387-CAMP (387-2267) 

www.holidayhilldaycamp.com 

director@holidayhilldaycamp.com 

Included bus transportation and meals make Holiday Hill Day Camp an 

attractive choice for busy parents — but the wide variety of activities makes us 

the choice for kids who want the most summer fun they can get. 

We welcome boys and girls, ages 4 to 13, for traditional programs like 

Swimming, Nature, Arts & Crafts, Boating, Archery and Team Sports — and 

also for updated programs like Woodworking, Rock-Climbing, High Ropes 

Course, Low Ropes Adventure, Photo Freaks, Pilates & Yoga, Cooking and 

Ceramics. Special events like Carnival Day, Red/White & Blue Day, Talent 

Show, Camp Olympics and others add to the diversity and excitement of a 

summer experience at Holiday Hill. 

Accreditation by the American Camping Association (ACA) assures parents 

that we are committed to program quality and adherence to high health and 

safety standards. 

Our annual Open House will be held on Sunday, May 5 from 1-5 p.m., but 

feel free to contact the director if you would like a tour at a more convenient 

time. 

Our 2013 season begins on Monday, June 24 and runs for eight weeks through 

Friday, August 16. 

Hudson Country Montessori School 

44A Shelter Rock Road 

Danbury, CT 06810 

Voice: 203-744-8088 

Fax: 203-748-3403 

www.hudsoncountry.org 

Explore, investigate and discover the 

world around you at Hudson Country 

Montessori Summer Camp, for children 

ages 3-12. Programs are led by skilled teachers in a nurturing environment that 

makes learning fun. Weekly camp activities include: 

• Science 

• Field Trips 

• Music 

• Water Fun 

• Crafts 

• Field Sports 

• Tennis 

• Nature Exploration 

• Drama 

• Swimming Lessons 

• Gymnastics 

• Theater Lab 

Our theme, Land, Air, Sea and Me, develops an understanding of our natural 

world through personal experiences. Our two week camp sessions are: Over the 

Hills; Up, Up and Away; Sailing the Ocean Blue and Lost in Space. 

Summer 2013 runs weekdays from June 24 to August 23. Hours are 9 a.m. to 

4 p.m. (extended hours available). Program also features a 22,000 square foot, 

fully air conditioned building, catered lunch and child care programs for infants 

and toddlers. 

Call us for more information or to register today! 

• Music & Video Lab 

• Robotics 

• LEGO ® Lab 

• Web Publishing 

• and MORE! 

iD Tech Camps & iD Teen Academies 

Held at Sacred Heart University, 

Wesleyan, Princeton and 

60+ Prestigious Universities in 26 States 

1-888-709-TECH (8324) 

www.internalDrive.com 

Take hobbies further and gain a competitive edge at iD Tech Camps! Since 

1999 over 150,000 students worldwide have immersed in hands-on learning to 

create iPhone and Android apps, video games, programs with C++ and Java, 

websites, movies, 3D models, robots, and more. Beginner to advanced 

students ages 7-17 enroll in these fun and challenging, weeklong, day and 

overnight summer camps held at 60+ prestigious universities nationwide 

including Sacred Heart, Wesleyan, Roger Williams University, Princeton, 

Stanford, and others. 

Students engage in personalized curriculum with a small group of peers 

(guaranteed 8:1 ratio) to optimize learning and social experiences. Many iD 

alumni have gone on to do something BIG! They’ve done impressive things 

like sell their iPhone apps to raise money for college, create websites for local 

businesses, and write programming books. 

Learn firsthand how you can develop hobbies 

and interests into so much more. Accredited 

Continuing Education Units are available to 

help build a portfolio for college. 

Also, for 2-weeks ages 13-18 immerse in 

specialized, pre-college, overnight summer 

programs at iD Gaming Academy, iD 

Programming Academy (held at Yale), and iD Visual Arts Academy 

(filmmaking and photography, held at Yale). 

Visit internalDrive.com for more information and to register online. Or call 

1-888-709-TECH (8324) to speak to a Program Advisor who can recommend 

a customized summer schedule to develop a student’s interests. 




Summer Theater Program 2013 

50 Loomis Place 

New Haven, CT 06511 (203) 777-3464 

www.footeschool.org 

Spend your summer at Foote! Foote’s unmatched 

summer theater experience, Early & Late Summer 

Adventures, Young Actors Workshop and more 

accommodate participants from kindergarten 

through high school and beyond. 


Summer Camp 2013 

75 Rimmon Road 

Woodbridge, CT 06525 (203) 389-2111 


An indoor/outdoor summer camp for children ages 

2-5. July 1-Aug. 9, M-F, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Weekly themed 

summer camp led by experienced preschool teachers. 

Includes daily tending of our fruit and vegetable 

garden, arts & crafts, games, music and drama. Large 

outdoor playground and ‘splash zone’ with water 

tables, slides, sprinklers and more. 

Greenwich Academy Summer Programs 


Greenwich, CT 06830 (203) 625-8967 

www.greenwichacademy.org/summer 

Greenwich Academy can take students just about 

anywhere they want to go - academically, artistically 

or athletically. Whether students are interested in 

forensics or poetry, farming or writing workshops, 

they will find a course to match their interests. 

Greenwich Suzuki Academy 

15 East Putnam Avenue #176 

Greenwich, CT 06830 (203) 561-6176 

www.greenwichsuzukiacademy.org 

The Greenwich Suzuki Academy is a private Suzuki 

method music program offering lessons on violin, 

viola, cello, flute and guitar to children ages 3 and up. 

We have the most highly trained teachers in the 

Greenwich/Stamford area. Schedule a free trial 

lesson today to experience our excellent faculty! 

Hamden Hall Summer Programs 

225 Skiff Street, Hamden, CT 06517 

(203) 752-2600, ext. 453 


Join us for a week, or the entire summer, and be part 

of the fun and excitement that fill each day of our 

comprehensive summer program at the Beckerman 

Athletic Center. There are programs for children of 

all ages - Camp Hornet Jr., Camp Hornet, Sports 

Camps, Teen Camp and more! Open House: 4/28. 

The Hartt School Community Division 


West Hartford, CT 06117 (860) 768-4451 

www.hcd.hartford.edu 

Summer Vocal Institute: Musical Theater 

Intensive - For singers, actors and dancers who 

want to improve and integrate their skills. 7/1- 

7/12. The David Einfeldt Chamber Music Seminar 

- Intensive residential chamber music program for 

advanced high school string players. 8/2-8/11. 

Summer Masterclasses for the Developing 

Musician - Instrument-specific programs focused 

on middle and high school wind, brass, strings and 

percussion students. 8/12-8/16. 



Incarnation Camps: 

Pequot, Sherwood & Pioneer Village 

P.O. Box 577 


860-767-0848 

www.pequotsherwood.org 

Located in coastal Connecticut, on 700+ wooded-acres 

surrounding a mile-long private lake, the Incarnation 

Family of Camps hosts the country’s oldest co-ed camps. 

Since 1886 we have provided a fun-filled, traditional camp experience with 

hands-on learning and group living in the great outdoors. Our programs, 

Pequot for Boys (ages 7-13), Sherwood for Girls (ages 7-13) and Pioneer 

Village for teens (ages 14-15) are amazing places to spend your summers – 

there is nothing quite like the life-long bonds you build with your friends as 

you experience the adventures of camp together. Children participate in wellrounded 

and robust programs including: swimming, boating, sailing, sports, 

arts and crafts, and leadership/team building activities. 

We encourage our campers to develop an 

appreciation for nature and celebrate the 

uniqueness of each individual. Our farm and 

gardens, for instance, give hands-on 

exposure to the real world. Our lake is not 

just for canoes, but features a 100-ft water 

slide, a 60-ft rope swing, water mats, kayaks, 

and so much more. Our challenge course, 

sports fields, beach day, carnival time, parade and fireworks on the 4th, and our 

wonderful themed meals all give our campers the experience of a lifetime. Yet 

our program is attractively priced at $995 for 7-9 year olds, $1495 for 10-13 

year olds, and we do have some financial assistance available. 

You can find out more about our camps at www.pequotsherwood.org or call 

860 767 0848. 

Innovative Autism Network, LLC 

Contact: Bailey McLellan 

17 Farmington Avenue 

Plainville, CT 06062 

860-351-5407 

programs@iannetwork.com 

www.iannework.com/summertherapy 

Enroll your child in a unique summer therapy program 

tailored to their needs! 

7 Week Session: July 1st - August 16th 

• Full & Half-Day Available 

• Designed & Staffed by Certified Teachers & 

Therapists 

• Inclusive Environment with Emphasis on Handson 

Experiences 

• Focus Areas Include: Motor Planning, Social 

Skills, Creativity, Speech & Sensory Integration 

• Community Outings & Much More! 

• Typical Peers Welcome 

• Individual ABA, Speech & OT Therapy also 

Available During Program 

Call Bailey for more information & to check your insurance 

coverage for the program! 

Just Wee Two 

Locations in Greenwich, Stamford and 

Westchester County, NY 

800-404-2204 

info@justweetwo.com 

www.justweetwo.com 

Just Wee Two is a fun-filled program for young children ages 8 months to 3 1/2 

years and their moms (dads, grandparents, etc.). Through activities such as 

music, arts and crafts, playtime, stories and snack, children are encouraged to 

explore, discover, interact and enjoy this special time in their lives. Celebrate 

summer with Just Wee Two’s six-week parent/child programs and Just For Me 

classes. This is a fun way to have a “real cool summer.” 

The Just for Me class is designed for children ages 26 months and older. 

During each two hour class, the children participate in age-appropriate 

activities in music, art and drama. Small classes enable the teacher and 

assistants to work with each child. 

Partial Separation is designed for children 24 months and older. These parentchild 

classes focus on separation readiness skills. During each 1 1/2 hour class, 

grownups are still present while the teacher and an assistant conduct various 

activities with the children. 

The ABC Class is a one hour class which concentrates on reading readiness. 

Each week a different letter of the alphabet will be taught. Letter recognition 

and letter sounds will be emphasized. 

Weekly sessions begin July 8, 2013. 

For more program information, visit www.justweetwo.com. 

Lakewood-Trumbull YMCA 

20 Trefoil Drive 

Trumbull, CT 06611 

Family Program Center: 203-445-9633 

Camp Tepee & Outdoor Center: 203-261-2566 

www.lakewoodtrumbullymca.org 

The Lakewood-Trumbull YMCA offers two fabulous summer camps that are 

safe, packed with fun and adventure, and sure to provide memories that will last 

a lifetime. 

Camp Tepee, at 204 Stanley Road in Monroe, provides a quality traditional 

day camp experience for boys and girls ages 5-15. Campers will enjoy activities 

such as swimming, boating, fishing, sports, science, nature, high/low ropes and 

much more. Bus transportation is available from multiple locations in Northern 

Fairfield County with one and two week sessions available from June 24- 

August 23. Half-day pre-school options are also available for children ages 3- 

5 years old. 

Lakewood-Trumbull YMCA Gymnastics Camp: Come have fun and train at 

the home of YMCA State, Regional and National champions. The Lakewood- 

Trumbull YMCA Gymnastics Camp is a great place for your child to learn a 

variety of new skills. Whether your child attends gymnastics class weekly, or 

has just decided to try it for the first time, our camp has a program designed for 

all levels. Sessions run from June 24-August 23 and is open to 

boys and girls 

ages 5-15 years old. Camp is held at the YMCA Gymnastics Center located at 

20 Trefoil Drive in Trumbull. Half-day pre-school options are also available for 

children ages 3-5 years old. 

 

 

Camp Tepee & the Lakewood-Trumbull YMCA Gymnastics Camp are both 

Connecticut State licensed day camp programs. YMCA camp staff are chosen 

because of their talent, training and experience in working with children and 

teaching the YMCA values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility. 

Camp Tepee is also accredited by the American Camping Association. 

Visit www.lakewoodtrumbullmca.org for a list of our open houses, to register 

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Healthtrax Fitness & Wellness 

Locations in Avon, Bristol, Enfield, 

Glastonbury, Newington 

and North Haven 

(800) 505-5000 

www.healthtrax.com 

Healthtrax Fitness & Wellness Centers offer 

summer programs, jr. strength training, swimming 

lessons, birthday parties, babysitting while parents 

workout and more. Parisi Speed School in Bristol 

and Enfield for ages 7 & up. 

High Meadow Day Camp 

Granby, CT 06035 (860) 653-9325 


Coed for ages 4-13. Traditional programs for great 

summer fun. Bus transportation and meals 

included. Camp dates are June 24-August 16. ACA 

accredited. Contact the director for brochure. Open 

House scheduled for April 28. 

Holiday Hill Day Camp 

Cheshire, CT 06410 (203) 387-2267 

www.holidayhilldaycamp.com 

Traditional program updated for tons of fun. Coed 

for ages 4-13. Bus transportation and meals 

included. Camp dates are June 24-August 16. ACA 

accredited. Contact the director for brochure. Open 

House scheduled for May 5. 


44A Shelter Rock Road 

Danbury, CT 06810 (203) 744-8088 


Explore, investigate and discover the world around you 

at Hudson Country Montessori Summer Camp, for 

children ages 3-12. Program features hands-on 

science and nature investigation, special events and 

trips, swim instruction, sports, splash and slide 

zone. New! Theater Lab, Robotics Lab and more. 

Just Wee Two 

Locations in Greenwich, Stamford and 

Westchester County, NY 

(800) 404-2204 

www.justweetwo.com 

Children 8 months-3.5 years and grownups 

participate in: arts/crafts, music playtime and story 

time. Directed by early childhood teachers, each 

class is 1.5 hours and limited to 10 children with 

caregiver. Partial separation and 2-hour separation 

classes also offered. 

Lakewood-Trumbull YMCA 

Camp Tepee 

204 Stanley Road 

Monroe, CT 06468 

(203) 445-9633 or (203) 261-2566 

www.lakewoodtrumbullymca.org 

Be a part of one of CT’s finest and oldest traditional 

YMCA day camp programs. 47 acres conveniently 

located in SW Monroe, Camp Tepee has provided 

the ultimate day camp experience for boys & girls, 

ages 5-15, each summer for more than 55 years. 

Boating, sports, arts & crafts and more. 


Flip into 

SUMMER 

With POLLY’S GYMNASTICS 

Pre-Schoolers 

Boys - Girls 

Advanced High School Program 

Competitive Classes 

★ 7 Big Weeks of Classes ★ 

Registration Now Open ~ 203-375-3244 

www.pollysgymnastics.com 

550 Ferry Blvd. • Stratford, CT 


Linguakids Foreign 

Languages Summer Camp 

43 Tokeneke Road 2 East Avenue 

Darien, CT 06820 Larchmont, NY 10538 

203-426-9042 914-833-0781 

www.linguakids.com 

Linguakids summer camps are an important miles stone 

for kids learning a foreign language. It is indeed a unique 

opportunity to be immersed for several days in a foreign language atmosphere. 

The curriculum is made up of a variety of fun activities, which are very effective 

ways to learn a language. Students are encouraged to practice their skills on the 

spot, without preparation and without realizing that they are learning. 

That’s why we are offering summer camps from end of June till end August. 

Having classes every day of the week in French, Spanish, Italian or Chinese is 

a good way to improve knowledge in a foreign language. You choose the week 

and we do the rest. 

For the younger ones age 6 months and up – a 45 min class “Mommy and 

Me”. This interactive musical curriculum teaches children numbers, colors, 

shapes, greetings, animals, body parts, etc. through songs, dance, and 

movement. Children must attend this class with a parent or care-giver but drop 

off is available on a case by case basis. 

For kids age 2 and up – a 2 hour class “Immersion package.” Every day a 2 

hour immersion program. Free from curriculum and includes bingo games, 

hopscotch, twister, art and craft and many other games. Interactive musical 

program, art, motor skill enhancement activities, snack, theater, expression, 

Latino or French dances, and culture. 

A 1 or 2 hour “a la carte” - every day a 1 or 2 hour class to review and improve 

their language skills. Call us for availability. 

Schedules are subject to change. 

Our summer classes are a unique opportunity to improve children’s language 

skills. Choose the week and we will do the rest. 

Loomis Chaffee Summer Program 

Loomis Chaffee School 

4 Batchelder Road 

Windsor, CT 06095 

860-687-6355 

www.loomischaffee.org/summerprograms 

Loomis Chaffee Summer Program (LC SP) students learn and live on the 

school’s beautiful 300-acre campus in historic Windsor, Connecticut. They 

have complete access to the wonderful academic facilities and athletic 

complexes. Faculty includes some of the current Loomis Chaffee teaching 

community as well as other secondary school and college teachers. Taking a 

cue from the full-year school, the Summer Program pledges to engage, care for, 

listen to and invigorate every student enrolled in the program. 

The five-week program will run from June 27-August 1 for students entering 

grades 7-12. Students will enjoy a hands-on experience in our classrooms, labs, 

dance and art studios as they pursue 

opportunities for learning and discovery in 

a variety of course offerings. The LC SP 

encourages the exploration of both 

familiar and new subject matters in an 

atmosphere that inspires academic 

engagement, enrichment and growth. Each 

student must take one of his or her three 

courses from our slate of writing courses. Outside of the classroom, students 

engage in daily recreational activities, have access to college guidance 

counseling and participate in on- and off-campus activities. Weekend 

excursions include travel to local destinations including Boston, New York 

City, Mystic and the Rhode Island shore. 

The LC SP promises to provide an environment that combines the wonders of 

summer with the joys of learning. Please visit our website at 

www.LoomisChaffee.org/summerprogram or our Facebook page, or contact 

Jeff Scanlon, the LC SP Director, at Jeff_Scanlon@loomis.org. 

Magic Kingdom Day Care, 

Nursery School & Kindergarten 

101 Cutler’s Farm Road 

Monroe, CT 06468 

203-261-0130 

www.magickingdomdaycare.com 

For the past 35 years, Magic Kingdom Day Care, Nursery School & 

Kindergarten has stood for quality child care in Monroe, Connecticut. We 

provide and promote the development of your child’s emotional, social, 

physical, creative and intellectual skills in a loving and caring environment. 

Magic Kingdom is located in a beautiful outdoor country setting with an 

exceptional caring staff. We strive to help every child keep their individuality, 

build their self-esteem and become aware that, even in a group, they each can 

make a difference. Full time, part time and summer camp programs are 

offered. 

The fantastic, flexible program of summer fun for your 3-10 year old runs 

Monday through Friday from 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m. We not only offer full or partial 

weeks, but also half days. Sign-up for two-, four-, six- or eight-week sessions 

that begin immediately after the public school year ends. 

Here is a glimpse of our summer camp: 

• Children are grouped by age for activities. 

• Each week is a special theme. 

• Field trips once a week. 

• Science and nature study. 

• Bounce rooms, ponies and musicians. 

• Arts and crafts, games and sports, water fun and much more! 

Please call 203-261-0130 or visit www.magickingdomdaycare.com to find 

more information. 

Mansfield’s Holiday Hill Day Camp 

41 Chaffeeville Road 

Mansfield, CT 06250 

860-423-1375 

www.holidayrecreation.com 

At Mansfield’s Holiday Hill Day Camp, convenient buses with campcounselor 

monitors are just the start of every great day. Our dedicated 

counselors join campers in creating a special summer family in an environment 

rich in safety, comfort, acceptance and fun! Our camp presents a tremendous 

opportunity for children to widen horizons, make new and lasting friendships, 

and discover new strengths. Each day is a unique event presenting a whole new 

set of challenges, some of which are easily accomplished, others which take 

persistence, grit, and learning new skills. Carefully trained, closely supervised 

counselors guide, support and encourage campers and make it fun for kids to 

face these challenges. Participation results in positive growth — social, 

emotional and physical. Kids feel good when they accomplish their goals. 

These triumphs — large and small — are daily deposits toward mastering 

essential life skills. 

The comprehensive program includes swimming 

lessons and free-swim in pools twice a day, sports, 

archery, canoeing, arts and crafts, nature study, SNAG 

golf, and creative dramatics, plus hundreds of active 

games. A challenge course with high ropes and a 300’ 

zip line offers adventure and fun. Special programs are 

offered in horseback riding, golf, dance and mountain 

biking. There are weekly overnights, special events and 

much more. A leadership program for 9th and 10th 

graders produces future counselors. There is something for every camper from 

Pre-K through grade 10. Choose any or all of our 10-week season, Monday 

through Friday from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. We’ll have your family will saying… 

Summer Never Felt so Good! 


GIRLS ADVANCING IN STEM= 

GAINS 

SUMMER! 

SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH 

GAINS Summer is a four-week summer program for GIRLS entering 

grades 8, 9 and 10 who are interested in science and technology. Join 

us on the Greenwich Academy campus for four weeklong projects 

that allow you to explore topics such as…. 

Robotics | 3D Design | Forensics | Computer Programming | Digital Media 

Sign up for all four sessions or select the ones that most interest you! 

Program Dates: July 1 - July 22 

Sessions meet Monday - Friday from 9AM - 2:30PM 

Apply online at: greenwichacademy.org/summer 

Financial aid available for 

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Mohawk Day Camp 

200 Old Tarrytown Road 

White Plains, NY 10603 

914-949-2635 

www.campmohawk.com 

June 26th — August 16th , 2013 

Only 22 Minutes From Greenwich!!! 

For more than 80 years, Mohawk has crafted magical, memorable summers 

for children ages 3-13. On our remarkable campsite, children learn skills, build 

confidence and explore their potential through engaging programs, friendship 

and fun. 

• 40 Acres With 8 Heated Pools 

• 2x Daily Swim Instruction 

• Over 100 Certified Teachers on Staff 

• Wide Variety Of Sports, Crafts, Performing Arts & 

Adventure Activities 

• Farm/Nature Programs With Ponies, Alpaca, Pigs, Peacocks & More 

• Huge Ropes Course With Ziplines, Climbing Walls & Rope Tunnels 

• Outdoor Ice Skating, Archery, 3 Mini Golf Courses & Driving Range, 

23 Sports Fields/Courts 

• Extensive Electives Programs (see website ) 

• Door-to-Door Transportation on Air Conditioned Buses 

• Preschool, Middle & Senior Camps: Full/Mini/Half Day Programs 

• Pre-Camp: June 10th -21st for children ages 3-10 

Directors Ken, Barbara and Steve Schainman have been leaders in the day 

camp field for decades. Together with a team of camp professionals, they work 

year-round blending traditional camp activities with innovative programs to 

make each summer unique! 

Limited Space Available… 

Come Join Our Mohawk Family! 



203-797-1435 • 800-831-1273 

www.mountainworkshop.com 

The Mountain Workshop has been offering outdoor adventure camps for 

kids for the past 33 years! 

Awesome Adventures are day programs for ages 8-14. Each program is 

designed by age to ensure that it provides the appropriate challenge for 

each age level. Activities include: rock climbing, river rafting, kayaking, 

caving, sailing, hiking, canoeing, nature studies, camp craft and many 

more. The best part of Awesome Adventures camps is that you don’t have 

to choose one activity or location to explore; there is a new adventure 

every day! 

Awesome Expeditions are 7-14 day overnight programs that focus on 

character development, personal responsibility and building strong kids. 

Our adventures travel throughout Maine, the Adirondacks in New York, 

the Pocono Mountains in Pennsylvania and the scenic mountains of 

Vermont. Our programs have a long history of giving students a safe, 

rewarding platform to discover their true abilities. Some Awesome 

Expedition trips also include a community service project. Come join us 

to canoe meandering rivers, explore deep underground cave systems or 

climb a vertical rock face overlooking the Atlantic coast. 

Come join the adventure!! 



203-782-9038 

200 Village Walk 

Guilford, CT 06437 

203-458-8277 

www.newhavenballet.org 

Photo courtesy of Sabi Varga @ Vargaimages 

New Haven Ballet is Southern Connecticut’s premier classical ballet school. 

We offer summer programs for students age 3-adult from June 24–August 2, 

featuring weeklong summer camps. 

With studios at 70 Audubon Street in New Haven and 200 Village Walk in 

Guilford, New Haven Ballet has classes and programs that will stimulate and 

challenge your mind and body. 

Children’s Division Camps: Three exciting educational ballet camps for 

young children focused on dance, creativity, self-expression and music. 

Student Division Intensive: Ballet students are offered the highest caliber of 

classical ballet training, augmented by a rich diversity of classes, such as 

modern, pointe, repertoire, musical theater and pilates, taught by our 

outstanding faculty. 

Open Division Summer Classes: Classes are available for students, 16 years 

and older, with or without previous ballet and modern experience. These 

classes are offered at each of our studios on a drop-in basis. 

For further information, call New Haven Ballet at 203-782-9038, email 

administrator@newhavenballet.org or visit www.newhavenballet.org. 

Next Dimension Gymnastics 


Trumbull, CT 06611 

203-372-3222 

www.NDGymnastics.com 

TOP RATED IN FAIRFIELD COUNTY FOR 

OUR SUMMER PROGRAMS. 

We offer summer camps, preschool classes, after-school classes, competitive 

team, adult classes, open gyms and birthday parties. Our spectacular, air 

conditioned 15,000 square foot facility has a regional and nationally 

recognized coaching staff. 

Summer Camp: Next Dimension Gymnastics is fully licensed by the state of 

Connecticut for our Summer Camp programs. Every gymnast will receive a 

FREE Next Dimension Gymnastics Camp T-shirt! Your child will have a great 

time playing games, making crafts, dancing, rock climbing and of course doing 

lots of gymnastics! With the fun beginning at 9 a.m. and ending at 4 p.m. daily, 

the campers will definitely enjoy the activities and go home with a huge smile. 

Summer Camp Sessions 

Session 1: June 24-June 28 

Session 2: July 1-3 




Session 6: July 29-August 2 

Session 7: August 5-9 



REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN 

for summer camps!! 

• Half day & full day options available 

• Ages 3+ (half day) and ages 5+ (full day) 

• Free 8:30 a.m. drop-off if needed 



Linguakids Foreign Languages 

Fall and Summer Camp Program 

43 Tokeneke Road 

Darien, CT 06820 (203) 426-7004 

2 East Avenue, Larchmont, NY 10538 

www.linguakids.com 

With our full year and summer camp programs, enjoy 

our French, Spanish, Italian or Chinese programs 

including culture initiation. A unique opportunity to 

be immersed in a foreign language atmosphere. You 

have the choice of our one- or two-hour programs 

several days a week. Other languages. 

Magic Kingdom Day Nursery 

101 Cutler’s Farm Road 

Monroe, CT 06468-2142 (203) 261-0130 


Offering a fantastic, flexible program of summer fun 

for ages 3-10. Weekly themes & field trips, science 

and nature study, bounce rooms, ponies and 

musicians, arts/crafts, games/sports, water fun and 

more! Sign up for 2, 4, 6 or 8 week sessions. Full or 

partial weeks available; half day option. 

Mansfield’s Holiday Hill Day Camp 

41 Chaffeeville Road 

Mansfield, CT 06250 (860) 423-1375 

www.holidayrecreation.com 

Parents love our daily transportation and bus 

counselors, outstanding staff, safe, nurturing 

environment. Kids ages 4-14 love the fun! 

Recreational swimming & lessons, sports, archery, 

canoeing, pony rides and more! Special sessions focus 

on riding lessons, dance, golf and mt. biking. 

Mohawk Day Camp 

200 Old Tarrytown Road 

White Plains, NY 10603 (914) 949-2635 

www.campmohawk.com 

For 80 years, generations of children, ages 3-13, 

have had unforgettable summers mentored by our 

remarkable staff. Activities include ice skating, 

tennis, woodshop, crafts, sky trails, music, climbing 

walls, drama and more. 40-acre site features 8 pools, 

19 sports fields, two nature centers and a farm. 

New England Ballet School & Co. 

200 Boston Post Road, Suite 8 

Orange, CT 06477 (203) 799-7950 

www.newenglandballet.org 

“Summer Dance Intensive” is the way to move 

forward in your dance abilities! Professional faculty 

for ages 8-12 and 12+ combines ballet, pre-pointe, 

pointe, jazz, tap, hip hop, pilates, dance therapy and 

Ballet Busters for an exciting program. July 29- 

Aug. 16. Three weeks offered, two-week minimum. 

New Haven Ballet 


New Haven, CT 06510 (203) 782-9038 

www.newhavenballet.org 

For children, ages 3 and up. Providing the finest 

classical ballet training and dance education in 

southern Connecticut to students training for a 

professional career or dancing for the sheer joy and 

pleasure of movement. There are Children’s and 

Student Divisions, and an Open Division for teens. 



Night Eagle 

Wilderness Adventures 

P.O. Box 374 

Cuttingsville, Vermont 05738 

802-446-6100 

www.nighteaglewildnerness.com 

Night Eagle Wilderness Adventures is a unique 

primitive summer camp, located in the heart of 

Vermont’s Green Mountains. At Night Eagle, 

we live in tipis and do things that boys did hundreds 

of years ago — learn to throw tomahawks and atlatls, use a bow and 

arrow, skin and tan animal hides, make bison jerky, learn survival skills (fire 

making with flint and steel or bow drills, plant identification, tracking, camouflage), 

create all sorts of craft items (birchbark baskets, moccasins, rattles), go 

on hikes, canoe, swim and play lots of games (Buffalo Robe, Stalk the Chief, 

Wild Men in the Alders and Slack ‘Em — to name a few)! 

Through these activities and the slower pace of life in camp, boys naturally 

develop a deeper respect for the land and an authentic sense of personal 

accomplishment as they learn to live competently in the woods. Through community 

living and group decision making, we believe that boys can live and 

play together in a spirit of cooperation rather than competition. 

Night Eagle is accredited by the American Camp Association. Please visit our 

website or contact us for a full brochure. 

Pequot & Sherwood Day Camp 

253 Bushy Hill Road 


860-767-0848 


Night Eagle is a unique summer 

camp for boys, ages 10 to 14, 

located in the heart of 

Vermont’s Green Mountains. 

Running in one-week sessions for boys and girls, ages 6-13, Pequot & 

Sherwood Day Camp offers a day program for local families that is very 

similar to the Pequot & Sherwood sleep away camps. 

As in our overnight camp programs, campers create their own schedule, 

choosing activities from all of the traditional camp activities. We have field and 

court sports, a farm with over 50 farm animals, a working garden, an art studio 

with two state-of-the-art kilns, and a mile-long crystal clear lake. Campers 

spend two hours a day down at the lake enjoying American Red Cross 

swimming and boating instruction. 

Pequot & Sherwwood puts a heavy emphasis on play and creativity, and we 

encourage our counselors to create their own unique activities. No two campers 

have the same experience! 

Day campers and sleep away campers use the same activity spaces but are on 

a schedule rotation that keeps the programs separate. This ensures that all of 

our campers enjoy the same great activities while maintaining the special 

feeling that comes with a 

smaller unit of camp mates. 

Lunch is provided and 

transportation is available. 

Register today to be part of 

the oldest operating co-ed 

camp in the nation! 

Polly’s Gymnastics 

550 Ferry Boulevard 

Stratford, CT 06615 

203-375-3244 

Flip into Summer with Polly’s Gymnastics 

June 24-August 9 

Summer classes at Polly’s Gymnastics begin the last week of June. All 

summer classes are held during the week. There are no Saturday classes during 

the summer months. 

Summer is the time to accelerate in gymnastics. Youngsters are chosen for 

higher level classes and competitive groups, and teams are formed at this time. 

There are no pressures of school and homework; and a good, well-rounded 

exercise program for the summer months only adds to the health and wellbeing 

of the youngsters. 

Our goal is to give every youngster that enters our gym a chance to do 

gymnastics in a safe and friendly way, and make every work-out a happy 

experience. 

Our primary emphasis is always on the general instructional program. Using 

an adult staff of dedicated, professional teachers, Polly’s Gymnastics makes 

sure that each student realizes self-satisfaction, self-confidence and personal 

achievement through the mastery of skills appropriate to his or her ability level. 

We take great pride in the personal and physical development of all our 

students. 

Mommy and Me classes are offered mornings only. All other classes are 

scheduled during the late morning and throughout the day according to ages 

and abilities. Weekday evening classes are available for boys and girls ages 7 

and up. 

For more information on our programs call 203-375-3244. 

Renbrook Summer Adventure 

2865 Albany Avenue 


860-232-8410 

www.renbrooksummeradventure.org 

email: summeradventure@renbrook.org 

A unique day camp for boys and girls, ages 3-to going into 10th grade, 

with trips for teens. Located on our 75-acre campus! 

Activities offered include: Archery, Arts & Crafts, Basketball, Cartooning, 

Computers, Cooking, Drama, Gymnastics, Lacrosse, Mt. Biking, Nature, 

Newspaper, Painting, Photography, Pottery, Rocketry, Ropes Course, Soccer, 

Softball, Street Hockey, Swimming, Tennis and Woodworking. 

Musical Theater Troupe: Grades 3-6 

Summer Scholastics: Grades 1-6 

French and Spanish Program: Grades 1-6 

Teen Program for 7th-10th Grade Campers: Arts & Crafts, Computer, 

High/Adv. Ropes, Leadership/Service, Rocketry, Sports, Swimming and 

Theater Arts. 

Week Long Adventure Trip for Teens: Mountain Biking, Beginning 

Kayak and Whitewater Kayak. 

International Adventure/Service Trips for 8th-11th Graders: 

Ecuador/Amazon (June 14-27) and Costa Rica/Rainforest (July 1-16). 

Trips (Grades 3-6): Intro to Kayaking 

Transportation and Before & After Camp Care Available! 

Renbrook School welcomes students of every race, color, national and ethnic origin. 

2013 Dates 

Session I: June 24-July 12 

Session II: July 15-August 2 

Full Season: June 24-August 2 

Renbrook Summer Explorations 

Week 1: August 5-9 




Renbrook Summer Adventure 

2865 Albany Avenue 


(860) 232-8410 

www.renbrooksummeradventure.org 

Calling all campers ages 3-16! Young campers will 

join a group of 12 to enjoy activities such as swim 

lessons, sports and the arts. Teen campers choose a 

program built around arts & crafts, computers, 

sports, leadership and more. Try a week of day trips 

kayaking or a service trip to Ecuador or Costa Rica. 

Shubert Theater & Arts Camp and 

Shubert Musical Theater Camp 

247 College Street 

New Haven, CT 06510 (203) 624-1825 

www.shubertcamp.com 

Summer programs for middle-school students 

wanting to explore the arts. Camps run from July 8- 

August 2, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., and offer students a chance 

to take in-depth classes in dance, music, theater, 

visual arts and writing at Co-Op High School. 

SmartEarly Learning Center 


274 Branford Road 

North Branford, CT 06471 (203) 483- 

9000 

861 Middle Street 

Middletown, CT 6457 (860) 635-0544 

www.smartearly.com 

International music, dinosaurs, the rain forest and 

ocean study provide an inspiration for a variety of 

age-appropriate activities. Arts & crafts, social 

group time, music, dance, games and more. Field 

trips may include the movies, the local aquarium, 

the dinosaur park and other attractions. 

Stork Club, Inc. 

Six locations in Connecticut: Rocky 

Hill/Hartford, Glastonbury, Southington, 

Cheshire, Meriden and Orange 

(860) 563-9096 www.storkclubs.com 

The Stork Club offers a fun-filled summer program 

that includes field trips, special visitors, luncheons, 

theme days, parties, sprinkler play as well as 

creative projects and activities. This program runs 

from the end of school to the start of school. Call 

your local club for prices and information. 

Summer Place at University of Hartford 



(860) 768-4432 

www.summerplaceprograms.com 

The University of Hartford comes alive each 

summer with four enrichment programs for 

campers in pre-school through 11th grade. Each 

program is unique, but shares a common 

commitment to excellence in curriculum, staff and 

facilities. Learning and fun go hand-in-hand. 


Advertise Your 

Summer Program Here! 

Call 203-483-1700 

Today! 

The Connecticut Health Investigative Team (www.c-hit.org) is hosting two journalism camps for high school students. 

UCONN: July 15-19 • Quinnipiac University: July 22-26 

Selected high school students will spend a week on a university campus, learning the tools of investigative journalism by 

participating in workshops led by local and national award-winning journalists; working on stories for publication and visiting 

a local newsroom. 

Eligibility: Students 16 and older, with an interest in journalism; prior experience writing for school publications an asset. 

For application form and queries, contact Lynne at delucia@c-hit.org or 203-215-6373. 

Applications Due June 1, 2013 

The Greenwich Suzuki Academy 

is a private, Suzuki Method music school that 

teaches children from age 3 through 18 on violin, 

viola, flute, cello, and guitar. We also have a Suzuki 

Early Childhood Music class for students ages 0-3. 

We are currently accepting new students. 

GSA has the most highly trained teachers in the 

Greenwich/Stamford area, and we want you to experience 

our program! 

Call today to reserve your FREE trial lesson! 

Do You Want To Be A 

Watchdog Journalist? 

Limited 

Spots 

Available 

www.greenwichsuzukiacademy.org • 203-561-6176 

email: greenwichsuzukiacademy@yahoo.com 


Shubert Theater and Arts Camp 

Cooperative Arts & Humanities High School 

177 College Street 

New Haven, CT 

203-624-1825 

www.shubertcamp.com 

The Shubert Summer Theater and Arts Camp is a summer program for middleschool 

students who want to explore interests, potential and opportunities in 

the arts. The camp runs July 8 through August 2 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., and offers 

students a chance to take in-depth classes in dance, music, theater, visual arts 

and creative writing. 

In addition to an arts atmosphere, the camp is staffed by a combination of 

professional artists, teaching artists and emerging student-teacher-artists from 

Cooperative Arts and Humanities High School. 

Covering a variety of artistic disciplines, the camp offers three classes every 

day over a four week period. A sample of class options includes: Sculpture, 

Beginning Ballet, Steel Pan, Animation, Glee Club, Portraits, Creative 

Dramatics and Intro to Acting. 

In addition to the Theater and Arts Camp, there will be a second camp for 

middle school students focused solely on acting, dancing and singing in a full 

production of You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown. This camp runs during the 

same time period with a performance on Saturday, August 3 at Co-Op High 

School’s beautiful Main Stage Theater. All campers will have roles on stage! 

An After Care Program is also available and campers may stay from 

3-5 p.m. every day, receive snack, and choose between three activities 

including individual art time, physical activities, theater games, crafts and 

other directed activities. 

Stamford Twin Rinks 

1063 Hope Street 


203-968-9000 

www.stamfordtwinrinks.com 

For 17 years, Stamford Twin Rinks has been the hottest place for the 

COOLEST summer camps, June-August. Let our experienced staff of 

skating and hockey professionals offer unsurpassed instruction to your 

recreational or serious-minded skater or hockey enthusiast. 

Conveniently located in the beautiful Springdale section of Stamford, STR 

boasts two NHL regulation-sized ice rinks, four birthday party/special event 

rooms, Skate Zone Pro Shop, Springdale Figure Skating Club, Springdale 

Ballet Academy, New York Sports Club, Ice View 

Sports Bar and Grill and Legends Café. 

Mike Backman, the Hockey Director at STR for 17 

years, played with the New York Rangers and scouted 

professionally for the Washington Capitals. Mike and 

his professional staff have designed weekly camp 

programs to improve the skills of the novice, intermediate, advanced and Elite 

AAA (travel) player. NHL players including Jonathan Quick of the Stanley 

Cup LA Kings, Matt Moulson of the NY Islanders, and Cam Atkinson from the 

Columbus Blue Jackets will all be here instructing camps this summer. 

Gold medalists and master-rated coaches Frank and Emily Cassella direct 

the Cassella Skating School and have developed 

three 3-week recreational summer camps that 

incorporate skating with off-ice fun for children 

and groups that may include fitness, hip-hop, Irish 

dance, ballet, arts and crafts and other activities. 

For more serious skaters, STR offers figure skating camps that combine skating 

instruction with off-ice ballet, fitness and dance programs. 

Stamford Twin Rinks has something for everyone. Call 203-968-9000 or visit 

www.StamfordTwinRinks.com for more details. 

Sterling Farms Tennis 

Director of Tennis: Rob Rios 



203-561-7713 

robstennis@gmail.com 

www.sterlingfarmsgc.com 

Summer Camps • Weekly Sessions • Starting June 10 

Half Day Tennis Camp (Ages 6-16): The best instructors and small class 

sizes are what set us apart from other camps. The focus is on learning and 

fun. Players are grouped by age and ability. Mon.-Fri.; 9 a.m.-noon. 

Full Day Tennis Camp (Ages 6-16): This program is ideal for the camper 

who can play games and likes to compete. Skill work and movement drills 

in the morning are followed by supervised match play in the afternoon. 

Mon.-Fri.; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 

Full Day All Sports Camp: Includes 1/2 day morning tennis plus soccer, 

basketball, baseball in the afternoon. Mon.-Fri.; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 

Early drop-off and extended day options are available. 

Space is limited. Camp Registration is Open NOW! 

Junior Tennis Programs 

Sessions Begin April 22, June 17 & August 12 

Quick Start Tennis (Ages 3-5): Introduces children to the sport for a lifetime 

through a series of fun games designed to improve skills and make 

their experience with us a memorable one. Mon.-Fri.; 3:45-4:30 p.m. or 

4:30-5:15 p.m.; 8-week session. 

Quick Start Tennis Clinic & Junior Tennis Clinic (Ages 6-16): For 

beginners to advanced players. Lessons focus on developing sound stroke 

technique and consistency through a carefully designed set of games and 

competitions. Mon.-Fri.; 4-5 p.m. and 5-6 p.m.; 8-week session. 


Locations in Rocky Hill/Hartford, 

Glastonbury, Southington, Cheshire, 

Meriden and Orange 

www.storkclubs.com 

With six locations in Connecticut, the Stork Club provides age appropriate 

programs for children who are 6 weeks to 9 years old. They offer a nursery 

school program, before and after school options (with transportation) and a 

summer camp. The qualified staff is state licensed and certified in CPR and 

first aid. Full and part-time care is available. 

The Stork Club offers a fun-filled summer program that includes field trips, 

special visitors, luncheons, theme days, parties and sprinkler day, in addition to 

creative projects and activities. This program runs from the end of school to the 

start of school. Family rates are available. 

Visit their website, www.storkclubs.com, and call your local club for prices 

and information. 

Provide Your Child with the Best Care 



Summer at Wooster 

Enrichment and Recreation Program 

Danbury, CT 06810 (203) 830-3921 

www.summeratwooster.org 

From baking to baseball, centipedes to ceramics, 

campers pre-K to grade 9 can choose from over 70 

activities. Explore new worlds, make new friends 

and create lasting memories. Open house on 

Saturday, March 9, from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. 

SuperKids 

898 Ethan Allen Highway, Suite 2 

Ridgefield, CT 06877 (866) 944-9558 

www.superkidsct.com 

Started in 1999 to fill a gap in therapeutic services for 

children and teens with social skills difficulties. We 

offer social skills groups, individual therapy with a 

social skills focus and parent coaching. We specialize 

in breaking down and teaching social concepts and 

helping students realize their strengths. 

Talcott Mountain Science Center 

Montevideo Road 

Avon, CT 06001 (860) 677-8571 

www.tmsc.org 

From tiny quarks to giant quasars, explore science, 

nature and high-tech on a one-of-a-kind mountaintop 

campus! Astronomy, pond life, magic, music, 

rocketry, weather, robotics, computer graphics, gamemaking, 

geocaching and more. Sessions are 1 or 2 

weeks for grades K-9. Weekly contests! 

Warner Theatre Center for Arts 

Education Summer Arts Program 


Torrington, CT 06790 (860) 489-7180 

warnertheatre.org/summerartsprogram 

Two-week sessions in arts education for young 

people, ages 7-15, that provides children and teens 

with an opportunity to explore a wide variety of 

performing and visual arts. No previous experience 

necessary. Licensed by the State of Connecticut 

Department of Health. 

Whiting Lane Extended Day Care 

47 Whiting Lane 


(860) 233-8462 

www.wledc.org 

Whiting Lane is not just another camp! We are a 

state-licensed, air conditioned child care center. 

Certified in CPR and more importantly FUN! Field 

trips, music, dance, games, arts and crafts, science 

and sports, along with recreational swimming. 

Mon.-Fri., 7:45 a.m.-5:45 p.m., ages 5-12. 

Winding Trails Summer Day Camp 

50 Winding Trails Drive 

Farmington, CT 06032 

(860) 674-4227 


Since 1947 our camp program has been providing 

children, ages 3-13, with fond and unforgettable 

memories. Winding Trails has an extensive summer 

of opportunities with over 25 activity areas. Watch 

as your child grows socially, physically and 

emotionally as the summer unfolds. 



Summer at Wooster Enrichment and 

Recreation Program 



203-830-3921 

www.summeratwooster.org 

Cooking, rocketry, tennis, fashion design — with 70 

programs to choose from, Summer at Wooster is an 

adventure for the mind, body and soul. The focus is on fun and friendship. 

There’s action on the basketball court, activities on more than 50 acres of fields 

and projects that know no bounds. 

It’s no secret that we’ve raised the bar on summer programs. We have built our 

summer tradition with creativity and care for 15 years, encouraging both the 

individual and a sense of belonging. Our Pre-K through 9th grade group is under 

the watchful eye of teachers, coaches and early childhood development specialists. 

With an 8:1 campers-teacher ratio, our campers are safe and well nourished. 

Our Enrichment and Pre-K Programs provide an opportunity for more indepth 

study and plenty of fun. The Pre-K Program is structured around weekly 

themes: Creepy Critter, Discovering the World of Art and more. K-9 campers 

select from a catalogue of activities including science, fine arts and cooking. 

The Recreation Program is based on the idea that play is an invaluable part of 

instruction. Choices here include swimming, team sports, tennis and games. 

Competition and cooperation are both alive and well in our three full-length 

gymnasiums, six tennis courts, baseball diamond, nature trails and game room. 

We offer a program that is rich with possibilities. From baking to baseball, 

centipedes to ceramics, Summer at Wooster provides plenty of opportunities for 

fun in a safe, supportive and stimulating environment. Make it the place to 

explore new worlds, make new friends and create lasting memories. 

Open house on Saturday, March 9 at 9 a.m.-noon. 

The Summer Place 

University of Hartford 



860-768-4432 

www.summerplaceprograms.com 

Summer Place • Grades 1-9 • Three 2-week sessions • 7/1-8/9 

Create a daily schedule of 

enrichment and athletic activities. 

Choose from 79 courses in art, 

computers, cooking, outdoor 

adventure, science, and theater, as 

well as from 22 competitive and 

non-competitive athletic activities. 

Summer Place Leaders in Training • Grades 10 and 11 

Three 2-week sessions • 7/1-8/9 

Offering campers an opportunity to develop leadership and communication 

skills to become strong and confident leaders. Program includes Red Cross 

swim instruction, off-campus field trips and an opportunity to work with our 

youngest campers. 

Li’l Place and Kinderplace • Grades PreK and K 

Three 2-week sessions • 7/1-8/9 

Combining the fun of camp with appropriate developmental learning 

experiences, children are exposed to theme-related literature, art, science, 

music, and dramatic play, along with nature walks and field trips. 

Extended Hours Care Available. 

Bus Service to and from a variety of locations in the 

Greater Hartford area. Bus service to and from 

a variety of locations in the Greater Hartford area. 

Summer Tennis Camps 

Darien: 203-655-8769, kingshwytennis.com 

Milford: 203-876-1776, milfordindoortennis.com 

Norwalk: 203-838-9110, oakhillstennisclub.com 

Stamford: 203-323-3129, shippanracquet.com 

Trumbull: 203-374-8622, trumbullracquet.com 

It’s time to start thinking about where you will be sending your kids to 

summer camp! By planning ahead, you can take advantage of some of the best 

deals at one of our local tennis facilities! 

“Double the Fun” and sign up your child, a sibling or friend to get half off the 

price of the first week! Plus, they each get 10% off any additional weeks they 

sign up to attend! One-week sessions begin in June at any of our five locations: 

Kings Highway Tennis Club in Darien, Milford Indoor Tennis, Oak Hills 

Tennis Club in Norwalk, Shippan Racquet Club in Stamford and Trumbull 

Racquet Club. We offer tennis instruction for juniors of all ages and levels 

from the area’s top pros! 

Our summer tennis camp is a fun, learning environment with games, stroke 

development, doubles matches and more! Our program is designed to bring 

kids into the game and to enjoy the experience. Tennis teaches our juniors 

valuable life lessons and positions them to be committed and dedicated in 

everything they do. 

For 30 years our tennis and racquet clubs have set the standard of excellence 

for indoor tennis clubs. Our five locations offer the best in tennis at convenient 

locations. Sign up today for “Double the Fun” and help forge lasting 

friendships, team spirit and a lifelong love for tennis! 

For more information on “Double the Fun” please visit our websites: 

www.kingshwytennis.com, www.milfordindoortennis.com, 

www.oakhillstennisclub.com, www.shippanracquet.com and 

www.trumbullracquet.com. 

Tabor Academy 

66 Spring Street 

Marion, MA 02738 

508-291-8342 

www.taboracademy.org/summer 

Established in 1917, the Tabor Summer Program allows young people, ages 

6-17, the opportunity to develop their full potential as individuals, athletes and 

students. Under the guidance of highly qualified and energetic counselors, 

coaches and teachers, the program encourages young people to have fun and 

take pride in their personal achievements in our enrichment courses, on the 

playing fields and on the waterfront. Tabor provides a variety of engaging and 

enjoyable activities in a beautiful waterfront setting. Information sessions will 

be posted on the website. 

6 & 7 Year Old Program 



Session 3: July 29-August 9 

Residential Session Dates 

8-Day Session: June 30-July 8 and 

July 21-July 29 

3-Week Sessions: June 30-July 20 and 

July 21-August 10 

6-Week Session: June 30-August 10 

Can’t wait to find out 

more? Download a QR 

reader for your smartphone 

and scan the code to the 

left to explore our site now! 

Day Program Session Dates 

One-week sessions 

Week 1: July 1-5 




Week 5: July 24-August 2 




Winston Preparatory School 

Summer Enrichment 

57 West Rocks Road 

Norwalk, CT 06851 

(203) 229-0465, ext. 530 

www.winstonprep.edu 

Academic day program runs from June 26-July 26 

for children in grades 4-12. Provides students with 

the unique opportunity to participate in an 

individually designed program aimed to enhance 

academic skills and foster independence. The 

strength of the program remains indiv. education. 

YMCA Camp Ingersoll 

94 Camp Ingersoll Road 

Portland, CT 06480 (860) 343-6230 

www.campingersoll.org 

We understand the connection between playing and 

learning. That is why our programs are designed to 

encourage campers to make new friends, learn new 

skills while spending time with counselors 

modeling positive values. With open field space and 

modern facilities, we are the ideal place. 

RESIDENTIAL AND 

DAY PROGRAMS 

Camp Berger 

134 Wahnee Road, P.O. Box 181 

Winchester Center, CT 06094 

(860) 379-3558 (off season 203-565-1724) 

www.campberger.com 

Camp Berger is a traditional, residential, coed camp 

for children 6-16 years of age located on Park Pond 

in CT. The Berger experience offers all children the 

opportunity to build character and confidence 

while having fun in a safe and welcoming 

environment. 6-week summer camp at $350/week. 

Camp Clio 

Lyme, CT (212) 472-5207 

www.CampClio.org 

A seriously fun, good, old-fashioned camp for 

adopted children ages 9-12. Campers share cabins 

with other adopted boys & girls and teenage 

counselors who are themselves adopted. They enjoy 

canoeing, swimming, crafts and more as they 

explore what makes them the same and different. 

Conn. Health I-Team High School 

Journalism Camps Multiple locations 

(203) 215-6373 www.c-hit.org 

Students 16 and older spend a week on a CT college 

campus in July learning the tools of investigative 

journalism by participating in workshops led by 

award-winning journalists, writing stories for 

publication and visiting a newsroom. Contact 

Lynne at delucia@c-hit.org. Deadline: June 1. 

iD Tech Camps held at 

Sacred Heart, Wesleyan, and 60+ 

Prestigious Universities Nationwide 

(888) 709-TECH (8324) 

www.internalDrive.com 

Take interests further! Build iPhone/Android apps, 

video games, programs in C++/Java, movies and 

more at weeklong, day and overnight programs. Small 

classes for ages 7-17 in a fun, challenging, un-school 

environment. Also 2-week, teen-only academies: iD 

Programming Academy at Yale and more. 


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Taft Summer School 

110 Woodbury Road 

Watertown, CT 06795 

860-945-7961 

www.TaftSchool.org/summer 

Established in 1982, Taft Summer School offers motivated students in grades 

7-12 the opportunity for intensive study in a five-week residential, independent 

school environment. Arts, daily athletics, weekend trips and activities round 

out the experience. Summer school runs from June 30- 

August 3. 

The Young Scholars Program, for students entering 

grades 7, 8 and 9, is designed for those who intend to 

take on the challenges of rigorous public and private 

secondary schools. This program focuses on building 

essential skills and on instilling students with greater 

confidence as they look ahead to the demands of a college 

preparatory program. 

Participants in the Liberal Studies Program, those 

entering grades 10, 11 and 12, are encouraged to take a 

variety of courses in different disciplines including major 

courses and electives. 

Each summer school student participates in athletics 

during the week from 3:15-4:30 p.m. The program is 

recreational and instructional and may include tennis, 

squash, softball, volleyball, soccer, football, basketball, aerobics, running, 

ultimate frisbee and weight training. 

Since the college and private school application process is becoming 

increasingly more competitive, the Taft Summer School also offers a five-week 

test preparation program for local day students. 

Talcott Mountain Science Center 

Montevideo Road 

Avon, CT 06001 

860-677-8571 

www.tmsc.org 

A Summer of Science Adventures — Just for the FUN of it! 

Enroll your child in a summer of endless science fun. Located high atop Talcott 

Mountain, this day program is especially designed for intellectually excited 

girls and boys. Your child will follow an individualized program developed by 

educators and scientists at the Talcott Mountain Science Center (TMSC). 

Children in grades K-9 can attend for the summer or just by the week. The 

season runs from the last full week of June to the second week of August. 

Imagine a place... 

...where your child will experience the world of science and technology with 

other curious and creative girls and boys. 

...that challenges young minds with creative problems. 

...that makes learning fun and exciting. 

Talcott Mountain is also a place for the musical, the artistic, the scientific and 

the inquisitive. A place to make new friends, equipped with instruments of 

discovery. A place where everyone cares about children and where your child 

will thrive! Your child will explore and create in a hands-on program developed 

by educators and scientists at TMSC. 

Age-appropriate sessions include: Robotics, Computer Game Making, 

Astronomy, Rocketry, Connecticut Wildlife, Magic & Science Rocks and 

Minerals, CSI, Girls Rock!, Green Energy Arts and Crafts, Computer Graphics 

and Animation, Wild Weather Web Page Design, Pirate Science, Electronics, 

Geocaching and TV Production. 

Space is limited — enroll now! 

Warner Theatre for Arts Education 

Summer Arts Program 


Torrington, CT 06790 

860-489-7180 

www.warnertheatre.org 

The Warner Summer Arts program offers two exciting opportunities for arts 

education and enrichment for young people ages 7-15. The goal of the program 

is to provide children and teens with an opportunity to explore a wide variety 

of performing and visual arts in an environment of encouragement and 

support. It’s a place where self-esteem and confidence can be nurtured and 

talent is discovered! 

Students participate in classes from Monday to Friday from 9am to 4pm. No 

previous experience is necessary, but students will be divided into groups 

based on ability and experience. 

Session 1 (Two Weeks): July 15-26 (ages 7-12) 

Students engage in a wide variety of artistic disciplines, including tap dance, 

acting, improv, hip hop dance, technical theatre, visual arts, creative writing, 

musical theatre and more! The session includes a field trip and culminates in 

an informal Share Day performance for families and friends! 

Session 2 (Three Weeks): July 29-August 16 (ages 7-15) 

Students work over the course of three intensive weeks to rehearse an entire 

full-scale theatrical production! Each day, students will participate in a variety 

of high-caliber performing arts classes based on the production they will be 

launching. This session leads students through the entire theatrical experience, 

from auditions all the way to curtain call! 

This program is licensed by the State of Connecticut Department of Health 

and is a member of the Connecticut Camping Association. 

Spaces fill up quickly. Don’t delay, register today! 

Whiting Lane Extended Day Care 


759 Farmington Avenue, Box 100 


860-233-8462 

www.wledc.org 

Whiting Lane Extended Day Care runs a Summer Program each year for 

children of all Connecticut residents. Summer Camp 2013 will feature a 

Survivor Northeast theme that will include exciting field trips, active games, 

team building exercises, enrichment guests, creative arts and craft activities 

that are designed to incorporate K-6 grade core subject curriculum. 

Keep your child’s mind active all summer long in the language arts, science 

mathematics and social studies in a way that is both intellectually stimulating 

and fun for them! Want to foster your child’s artistic side? Whiting Lane 

provides programs in art, music, drama and dance as well. Staff will even work 

to keep your children up to speed in their specialty subjects like health, 

physical education and computer technology. 

Campers can be registered weekly for trips on Whiting Lane’s private coach 

bus called the S.S. Owl to locations throughout Connecticut. Using their 

imagination in towns like Hartford or Middlefield, children can explore 

Vermont or New Hampshire, discover Maine in Storrs, CT or even the Big 

Apple, New York City in Somers, CT! Recreational swimming is offered and 

the facility is a state- licensed, air conditioned, child care center. Camp t-shirts 

are included in the registration fees as well. The staff at Whiting Lane are 

certified in first aid and CPR but are just as well versed in fun and enrichment. 

The Summer of 2013 will feature nine weeks of scheduled trips starting June 

24 and running to August 23 pending snow days. Whiting Lane Extended Day 

Care’s Summer Camp operates Monday-Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. 

For more information, visit www.wledc.org, contact camp director Julie 

Carlson at juliecarlson.wledc@gmail.com or call 860-233-8462. 



The Loomis Chaffee Summer Program 

Loomis Chaffee School 

4 Batchelder Road 

Windsor, CT 06095 (860) 687-6355 

www.loomischaffee.org/summerprogram 

Five weeks (June 27-August 1) for students entering gr. 

7-12. Revel in an international community that inspires 

academic engagement, enrichment and growth. Take 3 

courses; enjoy recreational activities four days a week; 

access to college guidance counseling; weekend 

excursions to Boston, NYC, Mystic. 

Middlesex County Camp 

298 E. Haddam Moodus Road 

Moodus, CT 06469 (860) 873-2294 

www.middlesexcountycamp.org 

Coed day & residential camping for ages 5-15, CIT 

program for 16 and 17 yr. olds. 89 acres, featuring 

cabins with electricity, certified staff, themed weeks. 

Horse care/riding, 35’ climbing wall, zip line, 

swimming, crafts, mosaics, nature and sports, 

including archery, basketball, softball and soccer. 

Summer Fun at Avon Old Farms School 

500 Old Farms Road 

Avon, CT 06001 (860) 404-4180 

www.avonoldfarms.com/summercamps 

Offering a variety of day and boarding camps. Our 

traditional Summer Fun day camp, entering its 16th 

season, includes activities such as field sports, swim 

lessons, arts and crafts, nature and fishing along 

with weekly field trips and theme day events. 

Sports camps include hockey, baseball and more. 

Tabor Academy Summer Program 

66 Spring Street 

Marion, MA 02738 (508) 291-8342 

www.taboracademy.org/summer 

Allowing children, 6-15, the opportunity to develop 

their full potential as individuals, athletes and 

students. Under the guidance of highly qualified 

and energetic counselors, coaches and teachers, the 

program encourages young people to have fun and 

take pride in their personal achievements. 

Taft Summer School 

110 Woodbury Road 

Watertown, CT 06795 (860) 945-7961 

www.TaftSchool.org/summer 

Est. in 1982, offering motivated students in grades 

7-12 the opportunity for intensive study in a 5-week 

residential, independent school environment. Arts, 

daily athletics, weekend trips and activities round 

out the experience. Dates for 2013: June 30 to 

August 3. Visit our website for more information! 

BOYS RESIDENTIAL 

PROGRAMS 

Night Eagle Wilderness Adventures 

P.O. Box 374 

Cuttingsville, VT 05738 (802) 446-6100 

www.nighteaglewilderness.com 

Community living based on a spirit of cooperation 

rather than competition. Primitive camp where 

boys develop an authentic sense of personal 

accomplishment: tipi living, wilderness skills, 

canoeing, hiking, nature crafts, much more! 2, 3, & 

6 week sessions. ACA accredited. 


 

 

 

 

Join our family atmosphere and learn leadership skills, how to make 

new friends and keep old ones, respect for ourselves and others and 

most importantly, how to have fun while being safe. 

• Arts & Crafts 

• Archery 

• Rocketry 

• Basket Making 

• Wood Projects 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Discovery Adventure Friendship Fun 

• Environmental/Nature 

• Reading Program 

• Fishing 

• Swimming/ Lessons 

• Canoes 

• Funyaks 

• Row Boats 

• Ping Pong 

• Carpetball 

• Gaga Ball 

• Team Building 

• Ultimate Frisbee 

• Sailing 

• Quickball 

Celebrating our 58 th camping season 

203-565-1724 • www.campberger.com 

134 Wahnee Road, P.O. Box 181, Winchester Center, CT 06094 


Winding Trails Summer Day Camp 

50 Winding Trails Drive 

Farmington, CT 06032 

860-674-4227 


Since 1947, Winding Trails Summer Day Camp has been providing children, 

ages 3-13, with fond and unforgettable memories. Winding Trails has an 

extensive summer of opportunities for your child’s enjoyment with over 25 

different activity areas. Watch as your child grows socially, physically and 

emotionally while the summer unfolds. 

Winding Trails Summer Day Camp has some of the finest facilities in New 

England. The camp is located on the property of Winding Trails, Inc. and sits 

upon 350 acres of prime woodland with bubbling brooks, lakes and ponds, and 

state-of-the-art recreational facilities. 

The camp operates Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (extended hours are 

available) starting on June 24 until August 16. There are four two-week sessions: 

Session 1: 6/24-7/5 

Session 2: 7/8-7/19 

Session 3: 7/22-8/2 

Session 4: 8/5-8/16 

Campers are grouped according to the grade they are entering in the fall. All 

camp groups are coed. The full-day camp promises to bring smiles to your 

child’s face with activities such as swimming, arts and 

crafts, nature, archery, sports, boating, music and 

drama, and our outdoor adventure course. The halfday 

program for 3–5 year-olds will help your child 

create a special bond between our counselors and 

their camp buddies. All of our weeks follow the same 

basic schedule that includes swimming, sports and 

specialty areas such as arts and crafts, music and 

drama, nature, boating and more. The session themes include dress up days, 

theme related special events and often a performance. 

Transportation is available in the greater Hartford area, please check our 

website at www.windingtrails.org for bus information. 

Winston Prep 

Summer Enrichment Program 

57 West Rocks Road 

Norwalk, CT 06854 

203-239-0465 ext. 530 

www.winstonprep.edu 

Winston Preparatory School is a widely respected, coed day school in New 

York City that opened its doors in Norwalk in the fall of 2007. The Summer 

Enrichment Program at Winston Prep School (WPS) is an extended learning 

program for students from fourth through 12th grade. Students with dyslexia, 

NVLD, expressive and receptive language disorders and executive functioning 

weaknesses can learn in an environment that addresses their weaknesses as 

well as builds their strengths. 

WPS’s summer program offers 

various language skills courses. 

Parents can choose to enroll children 

in either Decoding and Encoding, a 

course focusing on reading fluency 

and spelling, in addition to Reading 

Comprehension, a course which 

works to enhance reading strategies. 

Also, college preparation classes are 

offered for sophomores, juniors and seniors. 

Enrollment in the summer program is approximately 25 students, allowing for 

a high teacher to student ratio and class sizes that average four pupils per class. 

Your children are sure to flourish in a more exclusive learning environment 

where they cannot fall through the cracks. 

The summer program at WPS is comprised of students from throughout the 

Fairfield and Westchester county area. Classes run from June 27- July 27, on 

Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

For more information please call or visit WPS online. 

Yale Bulldog Sports Camp 

Payne Whitney Gymnasium 

70 Tower Parkway 


203-432-2488 

http://yalebulldogs.com 

The Yale Bulldog Sports Camp is 

designed to promote individual development and to guide youngsters (ages 6- 

14) through exciting sports and recreational activities. Camp runs daily from 

8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. beginning July 1 st . No camp on July 4 th . Planned indoor 

sports include basketball, swimming, ping-pong, volleyball, squash, 

gymnastics, yoga and rowing. Additionally, campers are transported twice a 

week to Yale’s athletic fields for participation in soccer, baseball, tennis, golf, 

field hockey, lacrosse, kickball and other outdoor activities. 

Activities: On most Wednesdays, the group travels to the Outdoor Education 

Center in East Lyme. This trip provides ample opportunities for swimming, 

fishing and other water activities. 

With a camper to staff ratio of 5:1, the Yale Bulldog Sports Camp will be a 

fun, exciting, educational and memorable week for your child! 

Lunch will be provided five days a week. To register online, go to 

http://yalebulldogs.com. 

Camp Dates: 

Week 1: July 1-5 (no camp July 4) 




Week 5: July 29-August 2 

YMCA Camp Hi-Rock 

162 East Street 

Mt. Washington, MA 01258 

413-528-1227 

www.camphirock.org 

YMCA Camp Hi-Rock is a traditional coed sleep-away camp nestled among 

more than 1,000 protected acres of forest in the Berkshire Mountains in the 

southwest corner of Massachusetts with our own private 90 acre lake. The 

cabins are divided by age and campers can stay for as short as one week or as 

long as eight. Financial assistance and transportation from southern 

Connecticut, New York and Boston are available. 

While at Hi-Rock, a camper will be able to choose from over 30 program areas 

including sailing, water skiing, stand up paddleboarding, tennis, basketball, digital 

photo, drama, archery, rocketry, creative crafts, snorkeling, rock climbing, ropes 

course, canoeing, outdoor living skills, fishing, hiking, dance, nature, gymnastics, 

windsurfing, kayaking and more! For teens, we offer four-week Leader In 

Training programs involving community service and trips to other camps. 

Our main philosophy at Hi-Rock is that each child is an individual and should 

be treated as such. Our staff strives to identify those areas in which each child 

excels and help that child feel good about him or herself. We provide solid role 

models through sensitive, knowledgeable and professional staff members. 

Camp Hi-Rock also offers a family camp session from August 19-25. Our 

family camp was recognized by Arthur Frommer’s Budget Travel as one of the 

50 Best Family Camps in the United States. 

For more information or a free DVD, please call 413-528-1227 or visit us at 

www.camphirock.org. Local open houses will 

be held at the Fairfield, Lakewood-Trumbull, 

Stratford, Bridgeport, Woodruff (Milford), 

Hamden-North Haven, New Haven, Valley 

(Ansonia), Wilton and Soundview YMCAs 

this spring. Dates will be posted on 

our website. 



COED RESIDENTIAL 

PROGRAMS 

Camp Eagle Hill 

Elizaville, New York, 12523 

(914) 725-4876 

www.campeaglehill.com 

Located just 90 miles north of New York City, we offer 

a well-rounded program with both group and 

individually selected activities, a very large adult staff 

and small camp groups. We have many large indoor 

areas! Most important, our Directorship will know 

your child and will help him enjoy a great camp! 


Great Barrington, MA 01230 

(413) 528-0940 


Summers as they should be! A traditional coed camp 

experience for ages 6-16 with an elective activity 

program tailored to each camper’s interests. Full 

waterfront on beautiful Lake Buel, heated pool, 

skate park, zip line and over 30 activities to choose 

from. Beautiful campus. Celebrating 91 years. 

Camp Marist 

22 Abel Blvd. 

Effingham, NH 03882 (603) 539-4552 

www.campmarist.org 

Located on Ossipee Lake in the heart of the White 

Mts. of New Hampshire. Dedicated and 

professional staff provides a traditional activity 

program that includes horseback riding, go-karts, 

tennis, water skiing, soccer, ropes challenge, 

baseball, archery and more. Ages 6-16. 

Incarnation Camps: 

Pequot/Sherwood & Pioneer Village 

c/o P.O. Box 577 

Ivoryton, CT 06422 (860) 767-0848 


Pequot (for boys), Sherwood (for girls) and Pioneer 

Village (for teens) are part of the Incarnation family 

of camps - America’s oldest coed summer camp. A 

700-acre wooded setting and mile-long pristine lake 

provide a background for many water sports, field 

sports, farm, arts & crafts, music and much more. 

Teen Academies - Gaming, 

Programming and Visual Arts 

Held at Yale, Princeton and others 

(888) 709-TECH (8324) 

www.iDTeenAcademies.com 

Prove interests are more than hobbies and learn 

different aspects of video game creation, app 

development, programming, filmmaking, 

photography and more. 2-week, overnight programs 

where teens, ages 13-18, interact with industry 

professionals and discover potential careers. 

YMCA Camp Hi-Rock 

162 East Street 

Mt. Washington, MA 01258 

(413) 528-1227 www.camphirock.org 

At Camp Hi-Rock, we help develop your child in 

our caring community of campers and staff from 

around the world. Ages 7-16. More than 30 

programs including waterskiing, ropes course, 

climbing, creative arts, digital photo, tennis & more. 

Call/write for free DVD. ♥ 

Spirit Sports Camp For Girls 

Residential & 

Day Camp Programs 

Where girls build character, self-esteem and confidence through 

perseverance, teamwork and goal setting 

Spirit provides a unique athletic experience for girls from 2nd through 10th grade. We offer an individualized program 

that allows each camper to design her own schedule. Instructional sports include: basketball, field hockey, golf, lacrosse, 

soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, track/cross country and volleyball. Activities include arts and crafts, campfires, day 

trips, scavenger hunts, swimming, skit nights, karaoke nights, camp sister activities, advisee group activities, hiking, in-line 

skating, poolside activities and Camp Olympics. Held at South Kent School in South Kent, CT. 

Call 330-714-4898 spiritsportscamp@roadrunner.com www.spiritsportscamp.com 


Family Fun Calendar - March 2013 

Editor’s Picks 

Events at Jorgensen Center for 

the Performing Arts 

March 3, 8, 27 and 28 

Storrs 

Come to the Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts 

on the UConn campus in Storrs for a month filled with 

great events. March begins with a performance of The 

Little Prince on March 3 and then get ready for St. 

Patrick’s Day with Celtic Nights on March 8 and 9. The 

popular drum ensemble Kodo Drummers returns on 

March 27 and the month ends on a graceful note when 

the Russian National Ballet Theatre performs Sleeping 

Beauty on March 28. Call or visit the website for times and 

ticket information. The Jorgensen Center for the Performing 

Arts is located at 2132 Hillside Road. For more information, 

call 860-486-4226 or visit www.jorgensen.uconn.edu. 

St. Patrick’s Day Parade 

9 Saturday 9 

Hartford 

Come down to Hartford early on Saturday, March 9 to make 

sure you get a good seat when the 2013 Greater Hartford St. 

Patrick’s Day parade steps off at 11 a.m. Grand Marshal 

James Mulcahy will lead the parade that begins at Capitol 

Avenue by the State Capitol. Marchers from Hartford, West 

Hartford, Manchester, South Windsor, Rocky Hill, Hebron, 

Vernon, Wethersfield, Newington, East Hartford, Glastonbury 

and Suffield will turn left onto Main Street, heading down Asylum 

Avenue and then Ford Street. The procession ends by the 

Memorial Arch. The parade will take place rain or shine. For 

more information, visit www.irishamericanparade.com. 

The Sandy Hook Run for the Families 

23 Saturday 23 

Hartford 

In order to accommodate everyone who wants to participate, the 

Sandy Hook Run for the Families will take place in Hartford on 

Saturday, March 23 beginning at 10 a.m. This race is not about 

running, it is about life and uniting in hope for the future. This is an 

event for the entire family beginning with a Kids Fun Run, for ages 2- 

11, followed by the 5K, which is open to runners and walkers of all 

abilities. Post-race activities include events for children, refreshments and 

a special tribute to all first responders. The cost for the race is $10-$30. 

The race begins on Main Street and runs through downtown Hartford. 

For more information, visit www.hartfordmarathon.com/Events/ 

Sandy_Hook_Run_for_the_Families.htm. 

Freckleface Strawberry: The Musical 

March 2-30 

Bridgeport 

The brand new family musical, 

Freckleface Strawberry continues 

its run through March 30 at the 

Downtown Cabaret Theatre in 

Bridgeport. Step inside the 

pages of the best selling book 

by Julianne Moore and watch 

as Freckleface and her friends 

learn to love the skin they’re 

in! Performances are at noon 

and 2:30 p.m. on Saturdays 

and Sundays, with a 

5:30 p.m. show on March 16. There will be a Sensory Sensitive 

performance for families with children diagnosed with an autism 

spectrum disorder or other sensitivity issues on Sunday, March 

3 at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $18-$24. The Downtown Cabaret 

Theatre is located at 263 Golden Hill Street. For more 

information, call 203-576-1636 or visit www.dtcab.com. 

Experience 

the 

phenomenon 

of the Blue 

Man Group 

when they 

come to the 

Shubert 

Theater in 

New 

Blue Man Group 

March 14-17 

New Haven 

© Blue Man Group. 

A brand new musical based on the book by 

Julianne Moore. 

Haven on Thursday, March 14 through Sunday, 

March 17. They are known for their wildly popular 

theatrical shows that combine comedy, music and 

technology to produce a totally unique form of 

entertainment. With no spoken language, the Blue 

Man Group is perfect for people of all ages, 

languages and cultures! Performances are at 

7:30 p.m. on Thursday; 8 p.m. on Friday; 2 and 

8 p.m. on Saturday; and 1 and 6:30 p.m. on 

Sunday. Tickets are $15-$100. The Shubert 

Theater is located at 247 College Street. For more 

information, call 800-228-6622 or visit 

www.shubert.com. 


= MyKidsFan.com event listing 

1 FRIDAY 1 

Distracted - Stratford - Adults will enjoy this hilarious look at a 

modern family. When 9-year-old Jesse can’t sit still, his teacher 

thinks it’s ADD, dad says he’s just a boy and mom tries to find 

answers. Stratford Theatre, 2422 Main St. 8 p.m. $19-$20. 203- 

375-8778. Also on March 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 15 and 16; times vary. 

Man in a Case - Hartford - Adults will enjoy this witty and 

haunting tale about a shy, reclusive man’s courtship of a carefree 

young woman. Theater, movement and music are all fused 

in this adaptation starring Mikhail Baryshnikov. Hartford Stage, 

50 Church St. 8 p.m. $36.50-$106.50. 860-527-5151. Through 

March 24; times vary. 

SITI Company Cafe Variations - Fairfield - The show is a celebration 

of cafe culture featuring vignettes from plays combined 

with Gershwin’s music. Members of SITI Company create an 

iPod-like shuffle of scenes and songs. Quick Center for the Arts, 

200 Barlow Rd. 8 p.m. $30-$40. 203-254-4010. 

It’s Sugaring Time! - Madison - Learn how to tap the trees 

and then collect the sap to turn it into syrup. Make a craft to 

remind you of how special maple trees are. Ages 3-5 with an 

adult. Bauer Park, 257 Copse Road. 10-11 a.m. or 1-2 p.m. $8. 

Pre-register. 203-318-8651. 

Yale Men’s Ice Hockey - New Haven - Cheer on the Bulldogs 

when they play Colgate. Ingalls Rink, 73 Sachem Street. 7 p.m. 

$5-$12. 203-432-1400. 

Classic Albums Live: The Who “Who’s Next” - Ridgefield - 

Classic Albums Live takes classic albums and recreates them 

live on stage, note-for-note, cut-for-cut. Ridgefield Playhouse, 

80 East Ridge. 8 p.m. $45. 203-403-2690. 

American Idiot - Hartford - The smash-hit musical tells the 

story of three lifelong friends forced to choose between their 

dreams and the safety of suburbia. Their quest leads them on 

the most exhilarating theatrical journey of the season. The 

Bushnell, 166 Capitol Ave. 8 p.m. $20-$75. 860-987-5900. 

Through March 3; times vary. 

Almost, Maine - Hartford - Residents of Almost, Maine find 

themselves falling in and out of love in unexpected and often 

hilarious ways. TheaterWorks, 233 Pearl Street. 8 p.m. $50- 

$63. 860-527-7838. Through March 3; times vary. 

Say Goodnight, Gracie - Waterbury - This Tony Award-nominated 

play is based on the relationship between George Burns 

and Gracie Allen. The solo tour-de-force is a tender, funny, lifeaffirming 

love story. Seven Angels Theatre, 1 Plank Road. 8 p.m. 

$30-$42. 203-757-4676. Through March 10; times vary. 

Mark Twain House & Museum - Hartford - Expert guides will 

show you Twain’s home, talk about the times he lived in and tell 

you all about the Clemens family. Mark Twain House and 

Museum. 351 Farmington Avenue. Museum hours and admission. 

Servant’s wing tours additional. 860-247-0998. Ongoing. 

Curse of the Starving Class - New Haven - Adults will enjoy 

this modern classic that balances dark comedy and biting satire 

as it looks at a family fighting to stay alive. Long Wharf Theatre, 

222 Sargent Drive. 8 p.m. $52-$72. 203-787-4282. Through 

March 10; times vary. 

The Drowsy Chaperone - Wilton - The musical classic is complete 

with unforgettable characters, mistaken identities, dream 

sequences and gangsters all revolving around a wacky wedding. 

The Wilton Playshop, 15 Lovers Lane. 8 p.m. $15-$20. 

203-762-7629. Through March 2; times vary. 

His Girl Friday - Storrs - In this comedy, it’s August 1939 in a 

press room. Hildy Johnson just wants to bid farewell to her old 

pals, get married and leave the newspaper racket, until she 

runs into her ex-husband who wants to keep her on the beat 

and in his life. Nafe Katter Theatre, UConn, 820 Bolton Rd. 8 

p.m. $11-$30. 860-486-2113. Through March 10; times vary. 

Dr. Seuss Read-Aloud Party - Madison - Celebrate all things 

Seuss. Enjoy crafts, games, refreshments and fun. Scranton 

Library, 801 Boston Post Road. 7 p.m. Free. 203-245-7365. 

2 SATURDAY 2 

Child’s Tour - Hartford - Take an interactive, hands-on tour 

with a kid’s-eye view of the Stowe family home. Props, activities 

and storytelling are used. Harriet Beecher Stowe Center, 77 

Forest Street. 1:30 p.m. Museum admission. 860-522-9258. 

Every Saturday and Sunday. 

Yale Men’s Ice Hockey - New Haven - Cheer on the Bulldogs 

when they play Cornell. Ingalls Rink, 73 Sachem Street. 7 p.m. 

$5-$12. 203-432-1400. 

Dr. Seuss Birthday Party - Norwalk - All ages can celebrate 

Dr. Seuss’ birthday and Read Across America Day with crafts, 

games and birthday cake. Meet the special guest, a favorite Dr. 

Seuss character. South Norwalk Public Library, 10 Washington 

St. 2-4 p.m. Free. RSVP. 203-899-2790, ext. 15903. 

Sap to Sugar - Westport - Learn how to tap maple trees 

and warm up with a campfire. Earthplace, 10 Woodside Lane. 

2:30 p.m. $25-$30/family. 203-227-7253. 

Sustainable Farms & Food Conference - Wilton - In between 

workshops, visit with over 50 vendors and exhibitors with local 

foods, crafts, books and sustainability initiatives. Families can 

enjoy children’s activities and workshops. Wilton High School, 

395 Danbury Rd. 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Call for cost. 203-888-5146. 

Matzah Ball - Stamford - Dads and daughters can spend the 

evening as if they were aboard the Love Boat. The night 

includes music, dancing and more. Dress to impress. For dads 

and daughters ages 2-12. Stamford JCC, 1035 Newfield Ave. 

7-9 p.m. $25-$35/couple plus $10 additional child. RSVP. 203- 

487-0973. 

We Love Shabbat - West Hartford - Come for a new, informal, 

inter-generational Shabbat program filled with music, singing, 

dancing and PJ Library stories. JCC of Greater Hartford, 335 

Bloomfield Avenue. 10-10:45 a.m. Free. 860-236-4571. 

Pierre Bensusan - Hartford - The steel-string acoustic guitar 

player combines Celtic, jazz and world styles when he performs 

his original music. Asylum Hill Congregational Church, 814 

Asylum Avenue. 8 p.m. $25. 860-249-1132. 

Eagle Watch on the Connecticut River - Madison - Take a 

land-based guided tour of several sites along the river to see 

bald eagles. Bring binoculars. Lunch follows. Meet at The 

Audubon Shop, 907 Boston Post Rd. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. $20, 

includes lunch. RSVP. 203-245-9056. 

Ted Hershey Dance and Music Marathon Concert - Hartford - 

The concert brings together over 24 dance companies, choreographers 

and schools in a celebration of Hartford’s rich and diverse 

dance community. Charter Oak Cultural Center, 21 Charter Oak 

Avenue. 7 p.m. $10-$20. 860-247-1207. 

Art Explorers - New Britain - Students, ages 6-8, learn to 

express their creativity using varied art methods and materials 

Sponsored by: 

to create personal works of art. Different weekly projects. 

New Britain Museum of American Art, 56 Lexington Street. 

10:30 a.m.-noon. $5-$7. 860-229-0257. Every Saturday. 

Art Start - New Britain - The program helps caregivers and 

young children discover art together in the galleries. Hear stories 

about art and explore line, shape and color. New Britain 

Museum of American Art, 56 Lexington Street. 11-11:45 a.m. 

$3-$5. 860-229-0257. Every Saturday. 

Hartt Symphony Orchestra - Hartford - Under the direction of 

Edward Cumming, the orchestra performs works by Sharlat, 

Mozart, Beethoven, Barber, Tchaikovsky and more. The 

Bushnell, 166 Capitol Ave. 8-10 p.m. $10-$35. 860-987-5900. 

Stamford Symphony Orchestra - Stamford - The Stamford 

Symphony Orchestra performs works by Mozart, Prokofiev and 

Ravel and features Vadim Gluzman on violin. Stamford Center 

for the Arts, 61 Atlantic Street. 8 p.m. $26-$53. 203-325-4466. 

Tartan Terrors - Ridgefield - Come to North America’s premier 

Celtic event featuring the best in music, comedy and dance. 

Hear the piping of a two-time world champion bagpiper, drums 

and a guitar like you’ve never heard before. Ridgefield 

Playhouse, 80 East Ridge. 8 p.m. $30. 203-403-2690. 

Sound Tiger Hockey - Bridgeport - Cheer on the Sound 

Tigers when they play the Adirondack Phantoms. Webster Bank 

Arena, 600 Main Street. 7 p.m. $15-$47. 203-334-4625. 

Irish Night - Milford - Celebrate the green with music by 

TRAD, Fairfield Gaelic Pipe Band and Once Removed. Enjoy 

step dancers from Sheeaun Academy of Irish Dance. The 

evening ends with the Highland Rovers Band. Lauralton Hall, 

200 High St. 6:45 p.m. $25. RSVP. 203-877-2786, ext. 114. 

Freckleface Strawberry The Musical - Bridgeport - Based on 

the book by Julianne Moore, step inside the pages with 

Freckleface and friends as they learn to love the skin they’re in. 

Downtown Cabaret Theater, 263 Golden Hill St. Noon and 2:30 

p.m. $18-$24. 203-576-1636. Sat. and Sun. Through March 30. 

Creative Kids: Indonesia - Norwalk - Become a puppeteer by 

making your own Indonesian shadow puppet and performing 

behind the scenes. Stepping Stones Museum for Children, 303 

West Avenue. 2-3 p.m. Museum admission. 203-899-0606. 

Museum Talk - New Haven - Learn how Benjamin Silliman 

acquired part of the Yale mineral collection from pre-revolutionary 

France’s Jean Baptiste Francoise Gigot d’Orcy. Yale 


Sunday, April 7th * Activities 

10am-4pm 

* Exhibits 

Wilton High School 

Field House 

Visit www.webe108.com for details 

*Free parking *Adults $5.00 

*Children under 12 free 


* Demonstrations 

* Kids Entertainment 

* Face Painting 

* Caricature Artist 

* Candyville Trail

Family Fun Calendar 


Peabody Museum of Natural History, 170 Whitney Avenue. 

10 a.m. Free with admission. Pre-register. 203-432-3731. 

Toy Boat-Making Workshop - Norwalk - Build and decorate a 

toy sailboat to take home. The Maritime Aquarium, 10 North 

Water Street. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. $5 plus aquarium admission. 203- 

852-0700. Saturdays and Sundays. 

Maple Sugar Festival Weekend - Stamford - Visit the little red 

sugarhouse and see how sap is turned into maple syrup. Make 

a maple-themed craft, go on a scavenger hunt and more. 

Stamford Museum and Nature Center, 39 Scofieldtown Road. 

11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free-$10. 203-322-1646. Also on March 3. 

Thimble Island Seal Watch - Branford -Take a 90 minute seal 

watch cruise aboard the Sea Mist. Stony Creek Dock, Thimble 

Island Road. 9 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. $10-$15. 203-488- 

8905. Saturdays and Sundays through April; times vary. 

Dr. Seuss’ Birthday Bash - Newington - Listen to a book 

based on Dr. Seuss’ stories and see real rainforest animals 

mentioned in the book. Stay for the afternoon, bring your lunch 

and watch The Lorax. Ages 4 and up. Lucy Robbins Welles 

Library, 95 Cedar Street. 10:30 a.m. Free. 860-665-8720. 

Early Signs of Spring - Greenwich - Enjoy a fun and early 

spring natural history hike down the Discovery Trail, up to 

Mead Lake and back. Ages 5 and up. Audubon Greenwich, 

613 Riversville Road. 1:30-3 p.m. $1.50-$5. Pre-register. 203- 

869-5272, ext. 230. 

3 SUNDAY 3 


Tigers when they play the Connecticut Whale. Webster Bank 


The Little Prince - Storrs - This new production uses inventive 

puppets, live actors and original music to bring to life the heartwarming 

story of the Little Prince who gains rare insights into 

love, loss and laughter. Jorgensen Center for the Performing 

Arts, 2132 HiIlside Rd. 2 p.m. $13-$15. 860-486-4226. 

Beethoven’s Bacchanalia - Shelton - The New Haven 

Symphony Orchestra performs works by Sibelius, Walton and 

Beethoven. Shelton Intermediate School, 675 Constitution 

Boulevard North. 3-5:30 p.m. $35. 203-865-0831. 

Bowfire - Ridgefield - This musical experience features a lineup 

of fiddle and violin virtuosos. Audiences take a musical journey 

through jazz, classical, bluegrass, Celtic, rock and more, 

mixing in step and tap dancing and voices. Ridgefield 

Playhouse, 80 East Ridge. 7:30 p.m. $60. 203-403-2690. 

ShamRock and Roll 5K - New Haven - This is a fun way to 

celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. The 5K race features on course 

entertainment and live music at the post-race party. Toads 

Place, 300 York Street. 7:30 a.m., registration; 9 a.m., race 

starts. $26. 203-481-5933. 

How I Became a Pirate - Westport - While digging in the sand, 

Jeremy Jacob is recruited by Captain Braid Beard and his 

mates to join the pirate crew on a quest to bury their treasure. 

Ages 6-10. Westport Country Playhouse, 25 Powers Court. 1 

and 4 p.m. $18. 203-227-4177. 

Maple Sugaring in Your Own Back Yard - Canton - The 

annual demonstration teaches you how to make maple syrup 

the easy way. Learn the entire process from identifying the tree 

to the best part — tasting the final product! Roaring Brook 

Nature Center, 70 Gracey Road. 2-3 p.m. $2-$6. 860-693-0263. 

Vance Gilbert - Westport - Vance Gilbert is one of the preeminent 

folk-jazz singers in America today. Come and hear his 

solo concert. Westport Arts Center, 51 Riverside Avenue. 3-5 

p.m. $10-$25. 203-222-7070. 

First Sunday Bird Walk - Greenwich - Join experts from the 

community to help identify birds at Greenwich Point. Beginners 

welcome. Meet near second concession stand at Greenwich 

Point, Tod’s Point. 9 a.m. Free. 203-413-6756. 

Combined Concert - Danbury - The Danbury Community 

Orchestra will join with the Danbury Preparatory String 

Orchestra for a concert featuring almost 100 musicians. Ives 

Concert Hall, Western Connecticut State University, 181 White 

Street. 3 p.m. Free. 203-748-1716. 

Winter Creature Cruise - Norwalk - Journey out onto Long 

Island Sound and see some of the seals that spend the winter 

just off the shores. Ages 8 and up. The Maritime Aquarium, 10 

North Water St. 9 a.m. $18.50-$20.50. RSVP. 203-852-0700, 

ext. 2206. Also on March 16 and 17; times vary. 

Sensory Sensitive Sunday - Bridgeport - This performance 

welcomes families with children with autism spectrum disorder, 

or with other sensitivity issues, to see the new musical stage 

production of Freckleface Strawberry. Downtown Cabaret 

Theater, 263 Golden Hill St. 5:30 p.m. $15. 203-576-1636. 

4 MONDAY 4 

Zumba for Kids and Parents - Norwalk - Move and groove to 

some fun and upbeat music in this Zumba class meant for 

school-age kids and their parents. Norwalk Public Library, 1 

Belden Avenue. 5-5:45 p.m. Free. 203-899-2780, ext. 15131. 

Also on March 11, 18 and 25. 

Wagner’s Parsifal Live from the Met in HD - Ridgefield - 

Jonas Kaufmann stars in the title role of the innocent who finds 

wisdom in Francois Girard’s new vision for Wagner’s final masterpiece. 

Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge. 6 p.m. $15-$25. 

203-438-5795. 

Bedtime Story Time - Guilford - Teddy bears and pajamas are 

welcome during this evening story time for kids of all ages and 

parents. Teen volunteers select and read the stories. Guilford 

Free Library, 67 Park Street. 7-7:30 p.m. Free. Pre-register. 

203-453-8282. Mondays through March 18. 

5 TUESDAY 5 

Winter Programs: Treasure Boxes - Glastonbury - Make a 

treasure box to hold all those special treasures you find in the 

woods. Center at Glastonbury, 1361 Main Street. Ages 1-3, 10- 

11 a.m. $10-$13. Pre-register. 860-633-8402. 

Bubblicious - Monroe - In this drop-in program, children, ages 

6-8, will hear stories, make a craft or watch a literary-based 

video. Edith Wheeler Memorial Library, 733 Monroe Turnpike. 

4:30-5:15 p.m. Free. 203-452-2850, ext. 4. Also on March 19. 

The Scoop on Wheat and Gluten - Greenwich - Hear what’s 

going on with wheat and gluten in your foods and how they 

affect your health. Learn about these ingredients and get the 

right information. Audubon Greenwich, 613 Riversville Road. 

10-11 a.m. $10. Pre-register. 203-869-5272. 

6 WEDNESDAY 6 

Look and See: Creatures of the Seas - Greenwich - 

Children, ages 3-5, with an adult will explore the museum’s 

exhibit Lure of the Ocean through hands-on experiences, 

crafts, stories and more. Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Drive. 

12:30-1:15 p.m. Free-$7. Pre-register. 203-869-0376. 

Winter Programs: Treasure Boxes - Glastonbury - Make a 

treasure box to hold all those special treasures you find in the 

woods. Center at Glastonbury, 1361 Main Street. Ages 3-5, 10- 

11 a.m. $10-$13. Pre-register. 860-633-8402. Also at 4-5 p.m. 

for ages 5-9. 

Yoga for Children and Parents - Norwalk - Parents and kids 

enjoy an evening of yoga together. Ages 3-12. Norwalk Public 

Library, 1 Belden Avenue. 5-5:45 p.m. Free. 203-899-2780, ext. 

15131. Also on March 13, 20 and 27. 

7 THURSDAY 7 

Lecture: Dinosaurs Among Us - Greenwich - Mark Norell will 

retrace the steps of how scientists in the 1890s first pondered the 

idea that dinosaurs were closely related to birds. Bruce Museum, 

1 Museum Drive. 7 p.m. Free-$5. Pre-register. 203-413-6740. 

The Saw Doctors - Ridgefield - Just in time for St. Patrick’s 

Day, come hear the group that has emerged as one of the most 

successful Irish rock bands since U2. Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 

East Ridge. 8 p.m. $50. 203-403-2690. 

A Meaningful Life - Hartford - Hear a panel discuss What is 

Success and What is Happiness? The Bushnell, 166 Capitol 

Avenue. 8 p.m. Call for cost. 860-509-0909. 

Home-School Day: Identity: An Exhibition of You - Hartford - 

Join home-school teachers and students for a day of fun and 

learning. Explore the physical, psychological and social elements 

in your life that make you tick. CT Science Center, 250 Columbus 

Blvd. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free-$9. RSVP. 860-SCIENCE. 

Sparky’s Puppets - Bristol - Explore the Land of Enchantment 

features puppets, laughs, fun, audience participation and more. 

Bristol Public Library, 5 High St. 10 a.m. Free. 860-584-7787, 

ext. 2021. 

8 FRIDAY 8 

Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam - Bridgeport - Come see 

the Monster trucks roar through the arena! Webster Bank 

Arena, 600 Main Street. 7 p.m. $20-$55. 800-745-3000. Also on 

March 9 and 10; times vary. 

The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie - Stamford - At a school for 

girls, teacher Jean Brodie is in her prime. She strives to bring 

out the best in her students. But one will betray her. Dressing 

Room Theatre, 1349 Newfield Ave. 8 p.m. $14.50-$29. 203- 

329-8207. Through March 24; times vary. 

Cinderella - Fairfield - The dancers of the Russian National 

Ballet Theatre fuse the traditions of Russian ballet with more 

contemporary techniques in this rags-to-riches classic story. 

Quick Center, 200 Barlow Rd. 8 p.m. $35-$50. 203-254-4010. 

Celtic Nights - Storrs - In this glittering production, six of 

Ireland’s most prominent vocal talents are teamed with six of its 

most accomplished step dancers creating a story told through 

the power of music and hypnotic dancing feet. Jorgensen 

Center, 2132 HIllside Road. 8 p.m. $20-$59. 860-486-4226. 

John Williams POPS - Waterbury - The Waterbury Symphony 

Orchestra performs music by composer John WIlliams, the 

musical force behind the films Jaws, Star Wars and Harry 

Potter. Litchfield Intermediate School, 35 Plumb Hill Rd. 8 p.m. 

$30-$50. 203-574-4283. Also on March 9 at Naugatuck Valley 

Community College. 

Clint Black - Ridgefield - Hear Clint Black, the prolific singersongwriter, 

who has been heralded as one of country music’s 

brightest stars. Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge. 8 p.m. 

$75. 203-403-2690. 

9 SATURDAY 9 

Frank Mastrone - Stamford - This Broadway veteran returns 

to the stage for an evening of songs and stories. Kweskin 

Theatre, 1349 Newfield Avenue. 8 p.m. $14.50-$29. 203-329- 

8207. Also on March 10 at 7 p.m. 

Accessibility Day - Norwalk - Families with children with special 

needs enjoy the museum’s exhibits, mingle with other families 

and learn with their child in a safe, welcoming, ADA-compliant 

environment. Stepping Stones Museum for Children, 303 

West Avenue. 9-11 a.m. Free. 203-899-0606. 

Family Day: Renaissance Art and Culture - Fairfield - Enjoy 

drop-in crafts, activities, a child-friendly gallery look at art work 

in the galleries and listen to stories about great works and the 

artists who made them. Bellarmine Museum of Art, 1073 North 

Benson Road. 1-4 p.m. Free. 203-254-4046. 

Fairfield County Home & Outdoor Living Expo - Stamford - 

See 200 exhibits featuring contractors, architects, designers, 

and builders. This is the place to be if you are considering any 

home projects. Stamford Plaza Hotel, 2701 Summer St. 11 

a.m.-5 p.m. Free-$10. 203-222-9757. Also on March 10. 

Cabin Fever Animal Encounter - Bridgeport - In Slither Into 

Spring, meet three reptilian education ambassadors: an iguana, 

a boa and a gator, also an appearance by the world’s longest 

snake. Ages 6 and up. Beardsley Zoo, 1875 Noble Ave. 10- 

11:30 a.m. $10-$15. Pre-register. 203-394-6563. 

Super Saturday: Master Cartooning - Westport - Through 

the use of various techniques and exercises, the focus is on 

fine-tuning animation and cartooning skills. Westport Arts 

Center, 51 Riverside Avenue. Ages 5-8, 9-10:15 a.m.; ages 9- 

12, 10:30 a.m.-noon. $30-$35. 203-222-7070. 

Maple Syrup Festival and Pancake Breakfast - New Haven - 

Families can celebrate the end of winter and learn all about 

maple sugaring. See tapped trees, taste raw sap and sample 

fresh syrup. Brunch served. Common Ground, 358 Springside 

Avenue. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Free-$8. 203-389-4333. 

Critter Encounters - Westport - Meet some of the Earthplace 

animals, take a trail walk to see what critters you discover and 

make a craft to take home. Earthplace, 10 Woodside Lane. 2:30 

p.m. Free with admission. 203-227-7253. Also on 3/16 and 30. 

Family Concert Dance Party - New Haven - Put on your dancing 

shoes and dance the day away with the New Haven 

Symphony Orchestra. Make up your own steps as you listen to 

smooth grooves and rocking beats! Omni New Haven Hotel, 

155 Temple Street. 2-3 p.m. Free-$15. 203-865-0831. 

Desert Highway: The Eagles Experience - Bridgeport - 

Desert Highway has made a name for itself as the premier 

Eagles tribute band. Downtown Cabaret Theatre, 263 Golden 

Hill Street. 5 and 8 p.m. $37. 203-576-1636. 

Youth Fun Night - Westport - Come to the Y for an evening of 

fun. Swim, play basketball and other games, climb inflatables 

and make your own sundaes. For students in grades 4-7. 

Westport Weston Family Y, 59 Post Road East. 7:30-9:30 p.m. 

$12-$15. 203-226-8981. 

The Berenstain Bears Live - Ridgefield - This live musical 

production is filled with fun songs and dancing as the 

Berenstain Bears learn important life lessons. Ridgefield 

Playhouse, 80 East Ridge. 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. $15-$20. 203- 

403-2690. 


Strawberry Shortcake - Wallingford - In this all-new musical 

production, Strawberry Shortcake and her friends prove that little 

girls can do “berry” big things! Also see Doodlebops Live! 

Toyota Presents Oakdale, 95 South Turnpike Road. 1 p.m. $25- 

$35. 203-265-1501. 

Friends Winter Book Sale - Westport - Hardcover and paperbacks, 

both fiction and non-fiction, mysteries and more, in addition 

to children’s books will be available. Westport Library, 20 

Jesup Road. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. 203-291-4800. Also on March 

10, 11 and 12; time vary. 

Ashforth Children’s Concert - Greenwich - Kids will enjoy 

this concert about Babar. Greenwich Library, 101 West Putnam 

Avenue. 2-3 p.m. Free. 203-622-7900. 

Greater Hartford St. Patrick’s Day Parade - Hartford - Don’t 

miss this annual event. The parade steps off at Capitol A venue, 

goes to Main Street, Asylum, then Ford Street and ends by the 

Memorial Arch. 11 a.m. Free. www.irishamericanparade.com. 

Second Saturdays: Dragons, Gremlins and Magical 

Creatures - Hartford - Find magical and mischievous creatures 

in art. Make a headdress or elf ears to wear to the parade and 

listen to fairy tales in the galleries. Wadsworth Atheneum, 600 

Main Street. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. 860-278-2670. 

Rent’s Adam Pascal & Anthony Rapp - Ridgefield - Original 

Rent co-stars Pascal and Rapp come together in a special concert 

sharing stories about the show and performing songs as 

well as individual tunes and original material. Ridgefield 


Planetarium Show - Danbury - Come to the planetarium and 

see Jupiter and the Orion Nebula. Then, weather permitting, 

view the night sky. Planetarium and Observatory, Western 

Connecticut State University, 47 Lake Avenue Extension. 6- 

9 p.m. Free. 203-837-8672. 

Campfire Stories - Madison - Gather ‘round as Ranger Russ 

tells fables and Native American stories around a campfire on 

the beach. Bring blankets, chairs and marshmallow sticks. 

Meigs Point Nature Center, Hammonasset Beach State Park, 

Route 1. 7 p.m. Free. 203-245-8743. 

Plant Medicines - Mashantucket - Learn about information 

collected by anthropologist Dr. Tantaquidgeon regarding the 

use of plant medicines for women’s health in the 18th and 19th 

centuries. Ages 16 and up. Pequot Museum, 110 Pequot Trail. 

1-2 p.m. Free with admission. Pre-register. 860-396-6897. 

Family Bird Watching - Greenwich - Review winter birds, bird 

feeding and first returning migrants. Help conduct the weekly 

“Project FeederWatch” bird count. Ages 5 and up. Audubon 

Greenwich, 613 Riversville Road. 1-2 p.m. $1.50-$5. Pre-register. 

203-869-5272, ext. 230. 

The Big Brush Workshop - New Haven - Family members 

can express themselves while playing with paint. Ages 2 and up 

with an adult. Creative Arts Workshop. 80 Audubon Street. 

11 a.m.-2 p.m. $45-$50/child and adult; $23-$25 additional 

family members. 203-562-4927. 

10 SUNDAY 10 

Stamford Young Artists Philharmonic - Stamford - The 

regional youth symphony orchestra’s concert season begins 

and includes the Young People’s Symphony and the Young 

String Ensemble. Stamford Center for the Arts, 61 Atlantic 

Street. 4 p.m. Free-$25. 203-325-4466. 

Norwalk Youth Symphony - Norwalk - The Norwalk 

Symphony Orchestra and the Norwalk Youth Symphony performs 

Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf. Norwalk Concert Hall, 

125 East Ave. 3 p.m. concert. $5-$40. 203-956-6771. 

Family Art Appreciation Day - Greenwich - In conjunction 

with the Lure of the Ocean exhibit, the focus will be on techniques 

that artists use to show water and animals in paintings. 

Painting activities follow. Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Drive. 1-4 

p.m. Free with museum admission. Pre-register. 203-869-0376. 

New Haven St. Patrick’s Day Parade - New Haven - Don’t 

miss this annual event through downtown New Haven, stepping 

off at Chapel Street and proceeding to Church Street, 

Grove Street and ending on Orange Street. 1:30 p.m. Free. 

www.irishamericanparade.com. 

America’s got Talent All Star Tour - Hartford - Host Jerry 

Springer introduces your favorite performers from recent seasons 

including winners The Olate Dogs, Landau Eugene 

Murphy and more. The Bushnell, 166 Capitol Avenue. 6:30 p.m. 

$25-$150. 860-987-5900. 

Family Concert Dance Party - Shelton - Put on your dancing 

shoes and dance the day away with the New Haven Symphony 

Orchestra. Make up your own steps as you listen to smooth 

grooves and rocking beats! Shelton Intermediate school, 675 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 




Constitution Blvd. North. 2-3 p.m. Free-$15. 203-865-0831. 

Exploring the Orchestra - Stamford - The Stamford 

Symphony Orchestra presents Perk Up with Percussion and 

Bring on the Brass! For ages 4-7. Stamford Museum and 

Nature Center, 39 Scofieldtown Road. 1 and 2:30 p.m. $8-$15. 

203-322-1646. 

Mozart and Friends Recital Series - Westport - The Stamford 

Symphony Orchestra performs works by Gershwin, Saint- 

Saens, Muczynski, Kupferman, Weber and Covacs with Pavel 

Vinnitsky, clarinet and Anna Vinnitsky, piano. Steinway Piano 

Gallery, 501 Post Rd. East. 4 p.m. $28. 203-325-1407, ext. 10. 

Juan de Marcos & The Afro-Cuban All Stars - Waterbury - 

One of the best-known and most successful Cuban orchestras 

today. They perform the full range of Cuban musical styles. 

Palace Theater, 100 East Main Street. 7:30 p.m. $35-$45. 203- 

346-2000. 

WACky Family Day: All About Toys II - Westport - Using 

found objects, old toys and re-purposed materials, families and 

area artists will build, assemble and create amazing works of 

art. Westport Arts Center, 51 Riverside Ave. 1-3 p.m. Free-$10. 

203-222-7070. 

Celtic Fire: CitySingers of Hartford - West Hartford - Tracing 

the Celtic musical tradition from ancient roots, the CitySingers 

will be joined by Celtic instrumentalists, adding traditional color 

and style. St. John’s Episcopal Church, 679 Farmington 

Avenue. 4-5:30 p.m. $7-$10. 860-523-5201. 

American Girls Club - Danbury - Girls in grades 3-6 can come 

to the library for a program about living in the 1700s-1800s in 

America. Girls will do a colonial-based craft and enjoy a colonial 

treat. Danbury Library, 170 Main Street. 2-3 p.m. Free. 203- 

797-4505. 

Danbury Symphony Orchestra - Danbury - Enjoy listening to 

the Danbury Symphony Orchestra. Ives Concert Hall, Western 

Connecticut State University 181 White Street. 3 p.m. Free. 

203-748-1716. 

Giant-Screen Presentation: The Wizard of Oz - Norwalk - 

Take a trip down the Yellow Brick Road when the 1939 beloved 

film The Wizard of Oz is shown on a giant six-story screen. The 

Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk, 10 North Water Street. 1 and 4 

p.m. $9.50-$11.50. Pre-register. 203-852-0700, ext. 2206. 

11 MONDAY 11 

Adventure Story Time - Canton - Adults and children, ages 2- 

5, can participate in a shared story with a craft and short walk. 

Kids must be with an adult. Roaring Brook Nature Center, 70 

Gracey Rd. 1-2 p.m. $2/child-$5/family. RSVP. 860-693-0263. 

Band Jam Semi-Finalist Try-Outs - Ridgefield - Does your 

band rock? Middle school bands will play one live song before 

a panel of judges. Finalists will be selected to perform in the 

finals in April. Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge. 7 p.m. 

Free. 203 438-5795. High school band auditions on March 12. 

12 TUESDAY 12 

Mammals on the Move - Madison - Learn about adaptations 

that help mammals travel and why some of these animals must 

migrate long distances. Ages 3-5 with an adult. Bauer Park, 257 

Copse Rd. 10-11 a.m. or 1-2 p.m. $8. RSVP. 203-318-8651. 

Paddy Moloney & The Chieftains - Stamford - Come and 

enjoy the music of the Chieftains, one of the best known Irish 

bands in the world. Stamford Center for the Arts, 61 Atlantic 

Street. 8 p.m. $48-$68. 203-325-4466. 


Tigers when they play the Springfield Falcons. Webster Bank 


Winter Programs: Maple Sugaring - Glastonbury - What 

does it take to make maple syrup? Taste some sweet sap from 

the maple tree. Center at Glastonbury, 1361 Main Street. Ages 

1-3, 10-11 a.m. $10-$13. Pre-register. 860-633-8402. 

Lynne Lewis & Friends - Guilford - Lewis will play the guitar 

so little ones can dance and sing along, then join the conga line. 

Ages 3 and up. Guilford Free Library, 67 Park Street. 10:30- 

11:15 a.m. Free. Pre-register. 203-453-8282. 

Parenting Book Series - Wilton - Susan Bauerfeld discusses 

That Crumpled Paper was Due Last Week: Helping 

Disorganized and Distracted Boys Succeed in School and Life 

by Ana Homayoun. Discussion follows. Wilton Library, 137 Old 

Ridgefield Rd. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Free. Pre-register. 203-762- 

3950, ext. 213. 

St. Patrick’s Day Craft - Brookfield - Children ages 4-grade 1 

can come to the library and make a craft for St. Patrick’s Day. 

Brookfield Library, 182 Whisconier Road. 5:30 p.m.; and at 

6:30 p.m. for grades 2-5. Free. 203-775-6241. 

ShaNahNah Passover with Sandi - Stamford - Celebrate freedom 

with exciting seder highlights. Enjoy songs, movement, 

activities, stories and a snack. Ages 6 months-2 years with an 

adult. Temple Sinai, 458 Lakeside Drive. 9:30-10:15 a.m. $5. Preregister. 

203-322-6541. 

13 WEDNESDAY 13 

Winter Programs: Maple Sugaring - Glastonbury - What 

does it take to make maple syrup? Taste some sweet sap from 

the maple tree. Center at Glastonbury, 1361 Main Street. Ages 

3-5, 10-11 a.m. $10-$13. Pre-register. 860-633-8402. Also at 4- 

5 p.m. for ages 5-9. 

Celtic Crossroads World Fusion Tour - Waterbury - This is 

an explosion of youthful energy and dazzling musicianship that 

blends together traditional Irish music, bluegrass, gypsy and 

jazz. Palace Theater, 100 East Main Street. 7:30 p.m. $35-$45. 

203-346-2000. 

Marshall Tucker Band - Ridgefield - For decades the 

Marshall Tucker Band has been one of the greatest Southern 

rock bands of all time, changing the sound of ‘70s music. 

Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 E. Ridge. 8 p.m. $55. 203-403-2690. 

The Irish Magic Show - Simsbury - Debbie O’Carroll presents 

a magic show blending stage magic and physical comedy while 

introducing characters from Irish children’s literature. For families 

with children in grades K-6. Simsbury Public Library, 725 

Hopmeadow St. 4-5 p.m. Free. RSVP. 860-658-7663. 

14 THURSDAY 14 

Jazz Jam Thursdays - Westport - Students and semi-professionals 

can drop in and jam with some of the community’s most 

active musicians. Explore jazz, blues and other musical styles. 

Westport Arts Center, 51 Riverside Avenue. 7 p.m. Free-$15. 

203-222-7070. 

The Genius of Mozart - Hartford - The Hartford Symphony 

Orchestra performs an all-Mozart concert featuring his first 

symphony written at the age of 8 to his last, composed at 32. 

The Bushnell, 166 Capitol Avenue. 7:30 p.m. $35.50-$70.50. 

860-244-2999. Also on March 15, 16 and 17; times vary. 

Pre-Passover Story and Craft - Guilford - Hear Passover stories 

and then kids will create a fun craft. Ages 3 and up. 

Guilford Free Library, 67 Park Street. 4-5 p.m. Free. Pre-register. 

203-453-8282. 

Irish Comedy Tour - Ridgefield - Adults will enjoy the party 

atmosphere of a Dublin pub. These Irish American comedians 

tear apart as well as validate all of the Irish myths and stereotypes. 

Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge. 8 p.m. $35. 203-403-2690. 

Beethoven Orchestra Bonn - Storrs - The 100-year-old leading 

German orchestra will play a special performance of 

Beethoven’s works with pianist Louis Lortie. Jorgensen Center, 

2132 HiIlside Road. 7:30 p.m. $10-$46. 860-486-4226. 

Blue Man Group - New Haven - Blue Man Group combines 

comedy, music and technology to produce a totally unique form 

of entertainment. Shubert Theater, 247 College St. 7:30 p.m. 

$15-$100. 800-228-6622. Also on March 15-17; times vary. 

On the Twentieth Century - West Hartford - It’s a fun ride on the 

luxury liner as a down-and-out Broadway producer pulls out all the 

stops to convince his former muse to return to Broadway in his 

new play. Millard Auditorium, University of Hartford. 7:30 p.m. $20. 

860-768-4228. Also on March 15-17; times vary. 

Jack Hanna - Norwalk - Come to the aquarium and hear one 

of the most notable animal experts in the United States. The 

Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk, 10 North Water Street. 4 and 8 

p.m. $40-45. Pre-register. 203-852-0700, ext. 2206. 

Hello Dolly! - Trumbull - Enjoy one of the most enduring musical 

theater hits. The story follows the adventures of America’s 

most beloved matchmaker. Christian Heritage School, 575 

White Plain Road. 7 p.m. Call for tickets information. 203-261- 

6230. Also on March 15 and 16; times vary. 

15 FRIDAY 15 

Bridgeport St. Patrick’s Day Parade - Bridgeport - Don’t 

miss this annual event that marches through Bridgeport. Noon. 

Free. www.irishamericanparade.com. 

Hamlet - New Haven - Academy Award nominee Paul Giamatti 

comes to the Yale Rep stage as the Prince of Denmark in 

Shakespeare’s harrowing tragedy of corruption, betrayal and 

madness. University Theatre, 222 York Street. 7:30 p.m. $20- 

$40. 203-432-1234. Through April 13; times vary. 

RAIN - Waterbury - RAIN performs the full range of The 

Beatles music. They’ve mastered every song, gesture and 

nuance of the legendary foursome, delivering a live, note-fornote 

performance. Palace Theater, 100 East Main St. 8 p.m. 

$45-$65. 203-346-2000. Also on March 16 at 2 and 8 p.m. 

Rihanna Diamonds World Tour - Hartford - Grammy Awardwinner 

Rihanna is one of the top female solo artists of this century. 

Come hear her latest world tour. XL Center, 1 Civic Center 

Plaza. 7:30 p.m. $39.50-$125. 800-745-3000. 

1964: The Tribute - Fairfield - The Beatles tribute band 

chooses songs from the pre-Sgt. Pepper era and recreates 

an early ‘60s live Beatles concert. Edgerton Center for 

the Performing Arts, 5151 Park Avenue. 8 p.m. $25-$40. 203- 

371-7908. 

Family Play: Storybook Yoga - Norwalk - Parents and children 

of all ages enjoy an interactive look through some of their 

favorite picture books with fun yoga moves and games. 

Norwalk Public Library, 1 Belden Avenue. 10-10:45 a.m. Free. 

203-899-2780, ext. 15131. 

Celtic Woman - Wallingford - Celtic Woman celebrates St. 

Patrick’s Day with Irish music. Toyota presents Oakdale, 95 

South Turnpike Road. 7:30 p.m. $47-$77. 203-265-1501. 

Spring Thanksgiving - Mashantucket - Watch a dance troupe 

perform authentic Iroquoian songs and dances, listen to a story, 

decorate a gourd and more. Pequot Museum, 110 Pequot Trail. 

11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free with admission. 800-411-9671. Also on 

March 16. 

Pizza-and-Art Fridays - New Haven - Schedule an evening 

out. Drop off your kids for a pizza dinner and then they create a 

clay art project. Ages 6-12. Creative Arts Workshop. 80 

Audubon Street. 6-9 p.m. $27-$30. 203-562-4927. 

16 SATURDAY 16 

Welcome to Our Home Tour - Hartford - Take a living history 

tour with one of Stowe’s twin daughters. Get a glimpse into life 

at the house and discuss what it’s like being the daughter of a 

famous author. Harriet Beecher Stowe Center, 77 Forest St. 

10:30 a.m. Museum admission. 860-522-9258. 

Bill Cosby - Stamford - One of America’s most prolific comedians 

of all time, Bill Cosby’s comedy transcends ages, gender 

and cultural barriers. Stamford Center for the Arts, 61 Atlantic 

Street. 8 p.m. $50-$75. 203-325-4466. 

Zandonai’s Francesca da Rimini Live from the Met in HD - 

Ridgefield - Enjoy Zandonai’s compelling opera, inspired by an 

episode of Dante’s Inferno. Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East 

Ridge. Noon and 6 p.m. $15-$25. 203-438-5795. 

A Night at the Peabody Museum - New Haven - Come after 

hours and see the museum come alive with games, crafts, 

scavenger hunts, live animals and some special surprises. Yale 

Peabody Museum, 170 Whitney Avenue. 6-9 p.m. $12-$18. 

Pre-register. 203-432-5050. 

Hooray for Hollywood - Hamden - The New Haven 

Symphony Orchestra performs a century of great movie music 

from classic films through today’s blockbusters. Hamden Middle 

School, 2623 Dixwell Ave. 2:30-5 p.m. $35-$45. 203-865-0831. 

Peter and the Rabbit - Hamden - The Pumpernickel Puppets 

perform humorous adaptations of the fairy tale with a cast of 

colorful puppet characters. Get an insight into what happens 

behind-the-scenes. Thornton Wilder Hall, Miller Cultural 

Complex, 2901 Dixwell Avenue. 1 p.m. $2-$3. 203-287-2546. 

Fiesta Celebrate Hispanic Holidays & Cultures Carnaval - 

Norwalk - Learn where Carnaval takes place and its history. 

Celebrate with games, music and dance. In Spanish with some 

English translation. S. Norwalk Public Library, 10 Washington 

St. 2:30-3:30 p.m. Free. RSVP. 203-899-2790, ext. 15903. 

Family Friends Fun Day - Hartford - Everyone is invited to 

take a tour and enjoy activities throughout the day. Don’t miss 

the exhibits. This is also General Scout Day. CRRA Trash 

Museum, 211 Murphy Road. 10-11:30 a.m. and noon-1:30 p.m. 

Free-$4. 860-757-7765. 

Middle School Dodgeball Tournament - Stamford - Put 

together a team or join an existing one and compete for great 

prizes. Snacks provided. Grades 6-8. Stamford JCC, 1035 

Newfield Avenue. 8-11 p.m. $8-$12. 203-487-0970. 

Live Animal Demonstrations and Feedings - Milford - Meet 

a new animal and peek into its world. Children must be with an 

adult. The Coastal Center at Milford Point, 1 Milford Point Road. 

12:30 p.m. $2-$8. 203-878-7440. 

Family Art Experience - Ridgefield - Families attend a workshop 

led by VIctoria Kann author of Pinkalicious. From 10 a.m.noon, 

ages 2-5 play in the galleries followed by storytime and 

art-making. From 1-3 p.m., ages 6-10 play gallery games and 

do projects. Children must be with an adult. Aldrich Cont. Art 

Mus., 258 Main St. Free with admission. 203-438-4519, ext. 46. 


Fairfield County Chorale - Norwalk - Enjoy a concert celebrating 

their 50th anniversary season. Norwalk Concert Hall, 

125 East Avenue. 7:30 p.m. $5-$35. 203-254-1333. 

Piano Ensemble Program - West Hartford - Two grand 

pianos and up to four performers will be featured in a program 

of music for multiple pianos. Performers are members of the 

Musical Club of Hartford. Millard Auditorium, University of 

Hartford, 200 Bloomfield Avenue. 3 p.m. Free. 860-563-2470. 

The Doc Wallace Trio - Westport - The Doc Wallace Trio thrills 

listeners with its unique blend of jazzy, Texas-style fiddling and 

swing. Westport Library, 20 Jesup Road. 2-3 p.m. Free. 203- 

291-4800. 

Behind-the-Scenes Tour - Norwalk - See how the animal husbandry 

staff meets the varying food and water needs of the resident 

animals. Ages 10 and up. The Maritime Aquarium, 10 

North Water St. 8:15-10 a.m. $22.50-$25. RSVP. 203-852- 

0700, ext. 2206. 

Explore the Land of Enchantment - Newington - Join the fun 

as Sparky’s Puppets perform a St. Patrick's Day show. You 

never know who will pop up: an elf, a wise woman or a goblin! 

Ages 3-10. Lucy Robbins Welles Library, 95 Cedar Street. 

10:15 a.m. Free. Pre-register. 860-665-8720. 

The Easter Gala - Bristol - Come to the gala and take pictures 

with the Big Bunny and more. Bristol Public Library, 5 High St. 

10 a.m -2 p.m. Free. (pictures, $10). 860-584-7787, ext. 2021. 

Family Nestbox Workshop - Greenwich - Learn how to host 

bird families by providing nestboxes for various species. If you 

pre-order a kit, you can build your own nestbox. Ages 5 and up. 

Audubon Greenwich, 613 Riversville Road. 2-3:30 p.m. $1.50- 

$5. Pre-register. 203-869-5272, ext. 230. 

17 SUNDAY 17 


Tigers when they play the Albany Devils. Webster Bank Arena, 

600 Main Street. 3 p.m. $15-$49. 203-334-4625. 

Hooray for Hollywood - Shelton - The New Haven Symphony 

Orchestra performs a century of great movie music from classic 

films to today’s blockbusters. Shelton Intermediate School, 

675 Constitution Blvd. North. 3 p.m. $35. 203-865-0831. 

Max’s O’Hartford 5K - Hartford - Join this moving party 

through downtown Hartford. Costumes are encouraged. Irish 

bagpipers and Celtic fiddlers will be along the route, which is 

flat and fast. Kids can run in the Wee Mile at 12:30 p.m. Begins 

at Trumbull Street in front of the XL Center. 5K, 1 p.m. $10-$30. 

www.hartfordmarathon.com. 

Open Cockpit Day - Windsor Locks - Climb into the cockpits 

of 12 historic airplanes and helicopters. See WWII planes, jet 

fighters, airliners, do hands-on activities for kids and more. New 

England Air Museum, 36 Perimeter Road. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 

Museum admission. 860-623-3305. 

18 MONDAY 18 

Script in Hand Reading - Westport - Reading scripts resting 

on music stands, professional actors make a play come alive 

using only vocal and physical expression. Featuring classic and 

contemporary comedies, dramas and thrillers. Westport 

Country Playhouse, 25 Powers Ct. 7 p.m. $15. 203-227-4177. 

Jewel Greatest Hits Tour - Ridgefield - The acclaimed 

American singer-songwriter will release her first ever Greatest 

Hits Album followed by this tour. Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East 

Ridge. 7:30 p.m. $110. 203-403-2690. 

19 TUESDAY 19 

a visit by the Cat in the Hat. Bristol Public Library, 5 High St. 10- 

11:30 a.m. and 5-7 p.m. Free. 860-584-7787, ext. 2021. 


Parent Zone Workshop - Norwalk - During How to Talk to Your 

Child While Reading, learn to ask questions that guide children 

to follow a book’s storyline and text. Parents only, free child 

care for ages 3 and up. Dinner included. Stepping Stones 

Museum for Children, 303 West Ave. 6-8 p.m. Free with admission. 

RSVP. 203-899-0606. 

Winter Programs: Is it Spring Yet? - Glastonbury - Take a 

walk through the woods and to the pond to find clues as to how 

soon the warm weather will arrive. Center at Glastonbury, 1361 

Main Street. Ages 3-5, 10-11 a.m. $10-$13. Pre-register. 860- 

633-8402. Also at 4-5 p.m. for ages 5-9. 

Spring is in the Air - Guilford - Create some beautiful springtime 

arts and crafts. Ages 5 and up. Guilford Free Library, 67 

Park Street. 4-5 p.m. Free. Pre-register. 203-453-8282. Also on 

March 21. 

Simple Science - Branford - Kids in grades 3 and 4 who are 

interested in trying some hands-on experiments that involve 

curiosity, critical thinking and risk taking can join the science 

club. James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main Street. 4- 

5 p.m. Free. Pre-register. 203-488-1441, ext. 323. 

Folklore @ 4 - Norwalk - This is a unique book club during 

which a variety of folklore, fairytales and fables will be shared 

by PowerPoint presentation. Ages 5-11. South Norwalk Public 

Library, 10 Washington St. 4-5 p.m. Free. Pre-register. 203- 

899-2790, ext. 3. 

Les Julian - Bristol - Grammy Award-winning musician Les 

Julian performs music about an Ugly Bug! Bristol Public Library, 

5 High St. 10 a.m. Free. 860-584-7787, ext. 2021. 


The Immigrant - Waterbury - This biographical story is about 

a young Jew who fled the pogroms of Russia in 1909 and 

pushed his banana cart into a tiny Baptist town in Texas. Seven 

Angels Theatre, 1 Plank Road. 8 p.m. $30-$42. 203-757-4676. 

Through April 21; times vary. 

Judy Collins - Ridgefield - Judy Collins thrills audiences with 

her unique blend of interpretive folksongs and contemporary 

themes. Her eclectic sound transcends rock, pop, folk and 

show tunes. Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge. 8 p.m. $60. 

203-403-2690. 

Dvorak to DBR - New Haven - The New Haven Symphony 

Orchestra performs works by Kodaly, Smetana, Roumain and 

Dvorak. Woolsey Hall, 500 College Street. 7:30 p.m. $15-$69. 

203-865-0831. 

NASA Sun-Earth Day - New Haven - Enjoy hands-on 

activities, Cycles of the Sun planetarium show and research 

demonstrations for the family. Leitner Family Observatory 

and Planetarium, 355 Prospect St. 3-6 p.m. Free. 203- 

432-5050. 

Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad 

Day - New Haven - Laugh and sing along with Alexander’s misadventures 

in this musical. Discover that sometimes everyone 

has a very bad day. Grades K-3. Lyman Center, 501 Crescent 

Street. 10:30 a.m. $11. 800-497-5007. 

22 FRIDAY 22 

Eggstravaganza - Madison - Learn about what kinds of animals 

lay eggs, how they take care of their eggs and how 

long some babies stay in their eggs. Then do an “eggs”-ellent 

craft! Ages 3-5 with an adult. Bauer Park, 257 Copse Road. 10- 

11 a.m. or 1-2 p.m. $8. Pre-register. 203-318-8651. 

Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad 

Day - West Hartford - Laugh and sing along with Alexander’s 

misadventures in this musical. Discover that sometimes everyone 

has a very bad day. Grades K-3. Lincoln Theater, 200 

Bloomfield Avenue. 10 a.m. and noon. $11. 800-497-5007. 

The Hit Men - Ridgefield - Featuring original members of 

Frankie Vallie and the Four Seasons, Tommy James and the 

Shondells and more. Relive hit songs of the ‘60s-’80s performed 

by the guys who played, sang and recorded them. Ridgefield 


Friends Concert Series - Simsbury - The Irish folk singer/storyteller 

Tom O’Carroll shares songs of his native land bringing 

a wealth of music, stories, humor and wit to his performance. 

Simsbury Public Library, 725 Hopmeadow Street. 8-9 p.m. 

Free. 860-658-7663. 


Winter Programs: Is it Spring Yet? - Glastonbury - Take a 

walk through the woods and to the pond to find clues as to how 

soon the warm weather will arrive. Center at Glastonbury, 1361 

Main Street. Ages 1-3, 10-11 a.m. $10-$13. Pre-register. 860- 

633-8402. 

Tunes & Tales - Norwalk - Children 3 and under, with an adult, 

will enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage 

their emerging language skills followed by playtime. Norwalk 

Public Library, 1 Belden Ave. 10-11 a.m. Free. 203-899-2780, 

ext. 15131. 

Preparing for Kindergarten - Newington - Parents of children 

attending kindergarten in the fall can hear a panel of experienced 

professionals offer advice and tips for this often stressful 

time. Lucy Robbins Welles Library, 95 Cedar Street. 6- 

6:45 p.m. or 7-7:45 p.m. Free. 860-665-8590. 

Preschool Fair - Bristol - Meet preschool teachers and administrators, 

pediatric doctors and dentists, librarians, museum 

curators and other friends in the community who help kids succeed. 

Also informational booths, activities for kids, goodies and 




Simon & Garfunkel Retrospective - Bridgeport - Listen to 

this tribute band play songs from Simon & Garfunkel. 

Downtown Cabaret Theatre, 263 Golden Hill Street. 7:30 p.m. 

$29-$36. 203-576-1636. Also on March 23 at 5:30 p.m. 


Stamford Symphony Orchestra - Stamford - The Stamford 

Symphony Orchestra performs works by Brahms and 

Beethoven featuring the Greenwich Choral Society. Stamford 

Center for the Arts, 61 Atlantic Street. 8 p.m. $22-$73. 203-325- 

4466. Also on March 24 at 3 p.m. with MusicKids at 1:45 p.m. 


Tigers when they play the Springfield Falcons. Webster Bank 


Performance Series: Indonesia - Norwalk - Enjoy an afternoon 

of Balinese arts and explore the fascinating tradition of 

Balinese mask dance and music with Tjokorda Gde Arsa Artha. 

Stepping Stones Museum for Children, 303 West Avenue. 2-3 

p.m. Museum admission. 203-899-0606. 

Women’s History Month Celebration - Bridgeport - The allday 

event focuses on science, technology, engineering, art and 

math initiatives. Professional women in these careers will share 

their stories. Discovery Museum, 4450 Park Avenue. 10 a.m.-3 

p.m. Free. 203-372-3521. 

Eggs-hibiton: Unscrambling Their History - Greenwich - 

This new exhibit shows visitors an array of eggs. From food to 

children’s fairy tales, Faberge eggs to pharmacology, explore 

the evolution of the egg and more. Bruce Museum, 1 Museum 

Dr. Museum hours and admission. 203-869-0376. Ongoing. 

Planetarium Show - Danbury - Come to the planetarium and 

see the waxing gibbous moon. Then, weather permitting, view 

the night sky. Planetarium and Observatory, Western 

Connecticut State University, 47 Lake Avenue Extension. 7- 

10 p.m. Free. 203-837-8672. 

Swearingen and Kelli - Bridgeport - Come and hear the 

music of Swearingen and Kelli. Downtown Cabaret Theatre, 

263 Golden Hill Street. 8:30 p.m. $25. 203-576-1636. 

Annual Eggstravaganza - Guilford - Different age groups will 

hunt every 10 minutes with lots of candy for all. Don’t miss face 

painting, crafts and a visit from the Easter Bunny. Bring a decorated 

top hat or bonnet for a chance to win a prize. Guilford 

Green, Whitfield Street. 10 a.m. Free. 203-453-8068. 

Easter Bunny on the Trolley - East Haven - Families ride a 

100 year old restored trolley to meet the Easter Bunny and children 

receive a gift. Do a springtime craft and bring a camera for 

lots of photos. Shore Line Trolley Museum, 17 River St. 10:30 

a.m.-4:30 p.m. $6-$10. 203-467-6927. Also on 3/24, 29 and 30. 

Easter Egg Hunt - New Canaan - Watch Mr. and Mrs. Bunny 

arrive on the old Faithful Fire Engine then hunt for eggs and 

participate in the bunny sack race. Also, bounce houses, 

Dixieland Jazz Band, Easter treats and more. Waveny Park, 

677 South Avenue. 10 a.m. Free. 203-594-3600. 

Easter Egg Hunt - Fairfield - Bring your Easter basket for the 

annual egg hunt. Come early and meet the Easter Bunny. For 

pre-school children-grade 3. South Pine Creek Soccer Field, 

Old Dam Road. 1 p.m. $1. 203-256-3144. 

David Bromberg and His Big Band - Ridgefield - Bromberg 

has played with everyone and toured everywhere. His guitar 

playing is based in the folk and blues idioms but encompasses 

bluegrass, ragtime, country and ethnic music. Ridgefield 

Playhouse, 80 East Ridge. 8 p.m. $55-$65. 203-403-2690. 

Kite Day - Westport - Come for kite making and flying. 

Materials provided — you bring the creativity. Earthplace, 10 

Woodside Lane. 2:30 p.m. Museum admission plus $2 kite fee. 

203-227-7253. 

Banding Together for Bach and Beethoven - Hamden - The 

Haven String Quartet is joined by pianist Andrius Zlabys and 

members of the Community Music Works to perform works by 

Bach and Beethoven. Unitarian Society of New Haven, 700 

Hartford Turnpike. 6:30 p.m. $10-$20. 203-745-9030. 

Sandy Hook Run for the Families - Hartford - The race starts 

with the Kids Fun Run for ages 2-11. Then the 5K begins for 

runners and walkers. Post race events include activities 

for kids, refreshments and more. Check website for location. 

10 a.m. $10-$30. www.hartfordmarathon.com. 

Women Leaders in Native New England - Mashantucket - 

Hear a discussion with seven Native New England women 

leaders who play a pivotal leadership role in their communities. 

Enjoy wine, cheese and chocolate. Pequot Museum, 110 

Pequot Trail. 2-5 p.m. $35-$45. Pre-register. 800-411-9671. 

24 SUNDAY 24 


Tigers when they play the Albany Devils. Webster Bank Arena, 

600 Main Street. 3 p.m. $15-$49. 203-334-4625. 

Greenwich St. Patrick’s Day Parade - Greenwich - 

Don’t miss this annual event. The Hibernian Association sponsors 

the parade that forms at Town Hall on Field Point Road 

and marches down Greenwich Avenue. 2 p.m. Free. 

www.irishamericanparade.com. 

Danbury St. Patrick’s Day Parade - Danbury - Don’t miss this 

annual event. The St. Patrick’s Day Parade Greater Danbury 

Ancient Order of Hibernians steps off from Rogers Park and 

proceeds to West Street and then Town Hall parking lot. 2 p.m. 

Free. www.irishamericanparade.com. 

Dvorak to DBR - New Haven - The New Haven Symphony 

Orchestra performs works by Kodaly, Smetana, Roumain and 

Dvorak. Shelton Intermediate School, 675 Constitution 

Boulevard North. 3 p.m. $35. 203-865-0831. 

Leprechaun 5-Miler - Madison - Run the certified five mile flat 

course along Long Island Sound or take a two mile walk. Also, 

Kids Fun Run. Middle Beach Road. 9 a.m., registration; 

10:30 a.m. races begin. $10-$25. www.madisonexchange.org. 

If You Give a Mouse a Cookie - Wallingford - This musical 

teaches a valuable lesson about cause-and-effect when a boy 

shares his snack with a hungry, demanding mouse. Ages 4 and 

up. Paul Mellon Arts Center, Choate Rosemary Hall, 333 

Christian Street. 2 p.m. $10-$15. 203-697-2398. 

Extreme Draw On! - Ridgefield - Pick up a scavenger hunt 

card that leads you around town to 10 drawing horses. Bring 

any drawing you make to the museum or find all 10 and get a 

prize. Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum, 258 Main Street. 

Museum hours. Free. 203-438-4519. Through May 2. 

New Haven Philatelic Society Stamp Show - New Haven - 

See dealers of stamps, postcards, coins and other collectibles. 

Free gifts for kids. Annex YMA Hall, 554 Woodward Avenue. 

10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. 203-389-2863. 

Noah Charney - Fairfield - Charney, expert in the field of art 

crime and author of The Art Thief, will discuss Art World: Beauty 

+ Deception. Quick Center for the Arts, 200 Barlow Road. 

3 p.m. $45. 203-254-4010. 

Pottery: Take Two! - New Haven - Spend an afternoon in the 

pottery studio where families can inspire, encourage and 

explore clay together. Ages 7-12 with an adult. Creative Arts 

Workshop. 80 Audubon Street. 1-4 p.m. $54-$60/child and 

adult; $23-$25 additional family members. 203-562-4927. 

25 MONDAY 25 

Animal Techs - Westport - The animal techs present everything 

they’ve learned about Amphibians. Grades 5-8. 

Earthplace, 10 Woodside Lane. 4:15 p.m. Museum admission. 

203-227-7253. 

26 TUESDAY 26 

Mad Science - Norwalk - Join in the hands-on fun with lots of 

experiments to learn about different scientific principles. 

Grades K-5. Norwalk Public Library, 1 Belden Avenue. 4- 

4:45 p.m. Free. 203-899-2780, ext. 15131. 

Builders Brigade - Cheshire - Kids, ages 7 and up, can use 

their best creativity to design buildings, creatures and more 

using LEGO ® and Mega ® blocks. Work alone or in a team. A different 

theme for each session. Cheshire Public Library, 104 

Main Street. 4-5 p.m. Free. 203-272-2245. 


Aesop’s Fables - West Hartford - Aesop’s delightful fables of 

wit and wisdom will come to life through the large and colorful 

puppets of Jim West. Meet Aesop and his dog Moral. Grades K- 

4. Lincoln Theater, 200 Bloomfield Avenue. 10 a.m. and noon. 

$11. 800-497-5007. 

Ride the Tiger - New Haven - Adults will enjoy this 

drama about power and honor. What happens when John 

Kennedy, Frank Sinatra and mob boss Sam Giancana all get 

involved with the same woman? Long Wharf Theater, 222 

Sargent Dr. 7 p.m. $42-$72. 203-787-4282. Through April 21; 

times vary. 

Lisa Jones: Angel Reader - Ridgefield - The evening is filled 

with loving, healing guidance and advice to help you live your 

life in a state of peace, joy, harmony and balance. Ridgefield 

Playhouse, 80 East Ridge. 7:30 p.m. $20. 203-403-2690. 

Kodo Drummers - Storrs - This Japanese drum ensemble is 

an athletic and intimate duet between man and drum. 

Enjoy a dazzling display of precision, dexterity and speed 

fused with the beauty of taiko. Jorgensen Center for the 

Performing Arts, 2132 HIllside Road. 7:30 p.m. $10-$40. 

860-486-4226. 


Ina Garten: The Barefoot Contessa - Hartford - In an onstage 

conversation with Prudence Sloane, Ina Garten shares her natural 

approach to food, presenting tips, stories and even some 

recipes. Q&A follows. The Bushnell, 166 Capitol Avenue. 

7:30 p.m. $35.75-$55.75. 860-987-5900. 

Sleeping Beauty - Storrs - With over 50 beautifully 

costumed dancers, the Russian National Ballet Theatre 

presents this full-length work against the backdrop of 

Tchaikovsky’s musical score. Jorgensen Center for the 

Performing Arts, 2132 Hillside Road. 7:30 p.m. $10-$36. 860- 

486-4226. 

Birding Babylon: A Soldier’s Journey from Iraq - 

New Haven - Jonathan Trouern-Trend discusses his 

observations of the natural world in wartime and his 

experiences with wildlife encountered on his travels. Yale 

Peabody Museum, 170 Whitney Avenue. 5:30 p.m. Free. 203- 

432-5050. 

29 FRIDAY 29 

Spirits at Stowe - Hartford - This otherworldly tour explores 

Stowe’s home in the dark! K-2 Mewter and DVR supplied. 

Harriet Beecher Stowe Center, 77 Forest St. 7:30 p.m. Museum 

admission. 860-522-9258. 

Oklahoma - Stamford - Set out west after the turn of the century, 

the high spirited rivalry between the local farmers and cowboys 

is the background for this musical love story. Kweskin 

Theatre, 1349 Newfield Ave. 8 p.m. $14.50-$29. 203-329-8207. 

Through April 27; times vary. 

Harlem Globetrotters - Hartford - During the You Write the 

Rules World Tour, fans decide the rules for the game in 

advance. Go online to www.harlemglobetrotters.com to vote for 

the ground-breaking rule you want to see. XL Center, 1 Civic 

Center Plaza. 7 p.m. $21-$141. 800-745-3000. Also on March 

30 at 2 p.m. 

Egg Hunt - South Windsor - Children hunt for plastic eggs, 

meet the Easter bunny and can purchase a hot drink or snack. 

There will also be a Kid's Fair with games and prizes. South 

Windsor High School Stadium, 161 Nevers Road. 10 a.m.- 

1 p.m. Free. 860-648-6355. 


Extreme Draw On! Weston Woods Animated Shorts 

Screening - Ridgefield - See favorite children’s books 

come to life onscreen along with new shorts. Snack provided. 

Children must be with an adult. Aldrich Contemporary Art 

Museum, 258 Main St. 2-4 p.m. Free with admission. 203- 

438-4519, ext. 46. 

Easter Bunny Fun Day - East Windsor - Join the Easter 

Bunny during a fun-filled day. Explore the Visitor’s Center, take 

a trolley ride and more. Kids get a goodie bag with their paid 

admission. Connecticut Trolley Museum, 58 North Road. 

10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $2-$8.50. 860-627-6540. 

Arrival from Sweden: The Music of ABBA - Ridgefield - 

Arrival is the only touring band sanctioned by ABBA with original 

musicians and original costumes. You won’t believe your 

ears or your eyes! Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 East Ridge. 8 p.m. 

$52. 203-403-2690. 

April Fool’s 5K Race for DARE - Easton - Participate in the 

5K race and then enjoy the post-race refreshments! Samuel 

Staples Elementary School. 515 Morehouse Road. 9:30 a.m. 

$18-$20. 203-268-4111. 

Tour, Tea & Bannock Bread - Mashantucket - Join a special 

guided tour of Neetopawees: Dolls as Ambassadors of Native 

Culture, followed by beverages and bannock bread. Pequot 

Museum, 110 Pequot Trail. 3-4 p.m. $10-$20. Pre-register. 800- 

411-9671. 

31 SUNDAY 31 

Ride the Tiger - New Haven - Adults will enjoy this 

drama about power and honor. What happens when John 

Kennedy, Frank Sinatra and mob boss Sam Giancana all get 

involved with the same woman? Long Wharf Theater, 222 

Sargent Dr. 2 and 7 p.m. $42-$72. 203-787-4282. Through 

4/21; times vary. ♥ 


CHILD CARE & PRESCHOOL DIRECTORY 

ANSONIA 

Redwing Pond House Preschool 

Jacqueline Lema, Director 

21 Milan Street, (203) 734-7974 

www.redwingpondhouse.org 

RWPH at the Ansonia Nature Center is a licensed Naturebased 

preschool. Your 3-5 year old child will learn & 

explore in our beautiful environment with daily outdoor 

adventures alongside our professional and loving staff. 

AVON 

Farmington Valley Academy Montessori 

Sharon Healy, Director 

150 Fisher Drive, (860) 677-2403 

www.fvamontessori.org 

Montessori school for 18 mo.-8th gr. Spanish, art, music, 

theater & science classes. Specializing in a strong foundation 

for future continued academic success. Come visit! 

Accredited by NEASC, AMS & State of CT Board of Ed. 

BERLIN 

New Britain-Berlin YMCA Child Care 

Leisa Pasquariello, Director 

362 Main Street, (860) 828-6559 or (860) 229-3787 

www.nbbymca.org 

Serving children 6 weeks-12 years old. Our objective is to 

provide a comprehensive child care program that will 

focus on the physical, social and emotional growth of 

every child enrolled. 

BETHEL 

Bee U Learning Center 

Nancy Paglinco, Director 

15 Parklawn Drive, (203) 798-0015 

www.beeulearningcenter.com 

Our center offers the young child the opportunity to grow 

in a supportive environment. We offer full- & part-time, 

year-round care. Infant, toddler, preschool and afterschool 

from 3 months to 12 years. 

BLOOMFIELD 

Bright Horizons at Bloomfield 

Alice Chambers, Director 

1355 Hall Boulevard, (860) 243-5364 

www.brighthorizons.com/bloomfield 

Developmentally appropriate programs, a loving, skilled 

faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, 21st century technology, 

emergent curriculum, flexible FT/PT early ed. and preschool 

programs. Ages 6 wks and up. NAEYC accredited. 

BRANFORD 

Child Development Center 

Stephanie Linke, Director 

1009 Main Street, (203) 488-2007 

www.cdcbranford.com 

An outreach of the First Congregational Church of 

Branford. We provide quality childcare services for ages 6 

weeks-6 years. Full-time and part-time hours. Open 7 

a.m.-5:45 p.m. Professional staff, low child/staff ratios. 

Learn & Play Christian Early Learning Center 

Robin Costa, Director 

811 East Main Street, (203) 488-4028 

www.learnandplaychristian.org 

An outreach of the United Methodist Church of Branford, 

we provide a superior Christian experience and loving 

atmosphere for infants to 5 year olds. Full-time, part-time, 

year-round program. 7 a.m.-5:45 p.m. 

Pine Orchard Nursery School 

Judy Hall, Director 

149 South Montowese Street, (203) 488-3769 

www.pineorchardnurseryschool.org 

A nonprofit, parent-cooperative preschool in Branford’s 

Indian Neck area. The experienced and dedicated teachers 

provide a safe, nurturing, developmentally-appropriate 

learning environment. A teacher:child ratio of 1:6. 

See Us Grow Childcare and Learning Center 

Kelly Barbarotta, Director 

249 West Main Street, (203) 488-5437 (KIDS) 

www.seeusgrow.org 

State-of-the-art childcare that is eco-friendly. We offer 

extended hours, drop-in care and high quality care for your 

child. Locations in Wallingford and Branford. 

Shoreline School of Montessori, Est. 1985 

Regina Satterthwaite, Director 

675 East Main Street, (203) 481-5888 

www.shorelineschool.com 

Children have fun while learning in our engaging, learning-oriented 

classroom. Individualized program for 3-6 

year olds (through kindergarten). Nurturing, professional 

staff. Science, math, art, French, more. Affiliated with AMS. 

SmartEarly Learning Centers 

Kathy Lilley, Director 

274 Branford Road, North Branford, (203) 483-9000 

www.SmartEarly.com 

Brand new state-of-the-art center offering highest quality 

early care and education for infants-preschool. 

Individualized curriculum for each child where degreed, 

certified teachers observe and share your child’s progress. 

Tabor Christian Community Preschool 

Diane Swartz, Director 

45 Tabor Drive, (203) 483-9420 

www.TaborPreschool.com 

Tabor offers classes for children ages 2 yrs. and 9 months to 

5. We offer before school care and extended hours. Tabor 

was voted 2012 Best Preschool in Branford by The Patch’s 

Readers Choice Poll. 

BRIDGEPORT 

St. Paul’s Child Development Center 

Priscilla Henchman, Director 

1475 Noble Avenue, (203) 384-6023 

www.stpaulscdc.com 

NAEYC accredited preschool program, offering a safe, nurturing 

and developmentally appropriate curriculum, caring 

for 3-5 year olds. Open year round, full/part time and summer 

camp. 7:30-5:30. 

Sugar Plum Nursery School 

1105 Laurel Avenue, (203) 576-1276 

Year-round full/part-time programs including summer, 

Pre-K & Preschool. 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Financial assistance 

available. Developmentally appropriate curriculum, ages 

3-5. Nurturing children since 1974. NAEYC accredited. 

BRISTOL 

Imagine Nation Preschool Learning Center 

Coral Richardson, Principal, coral@bbgc.org 

1 Pleasant Street, (860) 582-1480 

Come join our Imagine Nation Preschool Learning Center. 

NAEYC accredited and School Readiness funded. 

Whiz Kids Child Development Center 

Nancy Raducha-Greenfield, Director 

815 Pine Street, (860) 584-8687 

www.whizkidsdaycare.com 

Custom designed 7,500 sq. ft. childcare facility offers 

infant, toddler, preschool, nursery school and school age 

programs. Program incorporates music, library and gymnastics. 

Summer camp available. NAEYC accredited. 

BROOKFIELD 

Christian Life Academy/ 

Little Blessings Child Care Center 

Joan Freeman, Director 

133 Junction Road, (203) 775-5191 

www.brookfieldcla.org 

Quality, developmentally challenging curriculum in a 

warm, nurturing environment. Pre-school classes for ages 

3-5. Children in our Little Blessings Center for childcare 

18 months-4 years. Full and part-time competitive rates. 

Call 203-483-1700 to have your 

location listed in this directory 

Montessori Community School at Brookfield 

Carol Ingber, Director 

P.O. Box 5255, 21 West Whisconier Road, (203) 775-4016 

www.mcsbrookfield.com 

Ages 2.9 - 6 years. Half and full day/kindergarten program 

with Spanish for all children. Certified staff. 

Beautiful classrooms and outdoor environment. Affiliated 

with AMS. 

CHESHIRE 

Boulder Knoll Montessori School 

Nancy Maznio, Director 

660 Boulder Road, (203) 272-5893 

www.boulderknollmontessori.com 

Located in a country setting, Boulder Knoll offers children 

ages 3-6 a full day Montessori preschool and kindergarten 

program. Also, yoga, music, nature and an outdoor classroom 

contribute to the development of the “whole child.” 


Jan Romo & Suzanne Miller, Directors 

200 Mansion Road, (203) 272-5435 


We strive to enhance each child’s natural curiosity and 

love of learning. Our discovery-based curriculum encourages 

exploration and growth in a well-equipped environment 

that is stimulating, safe, consistent and nurturing. 

1st Church Preschool 

Brenda Ward-Kelley, Director 

111 Church Drive, (203) 699-1169 

www.1stchurchpreschool.org 

Offering morning preschool and extended care for children 

3 through kindergarten age. Hands-on learning, literacy-based 

curriculum, low child:teacher ratios, and a 

professional, nurturing staff. Summer program. NAEYC. 

Little Scholars Early Education 

Kelly Hite, Director 

1481 Highland Avenue, (203) 699-9900 

www.littlescholarsofcheshire.com 

We create a safe, educational environment for children 8 

weeks to 10 years of age. We offer flexible scheduling in our 

clean, modern, free-standing facility. Schedule a tour today. 


1311 Highland Avenue (Rte. 10), (203) 272-1637 


Complete childcare, nursery school and before/after 

school programs with transportation provided. Accepting 

ages 6 weeks to 9 years. 

CHESTER 

Circle of Friends Montessori 

Dawn Niles, Director 

25 West Main Street, (860) 526-9995 

www.montessoricof.org 

Primary and elementary classroom for children 3-9. Sign 

language, art, music, French, gardening and more. Let our 

hands-on classroom develop your child’s curiosity! 

CROMWELL 

Northwest Children’s Center 

Suzanne Rutner, Director 

34 Coles Road, P.O. Box 131, (860) 635-3485 

www.northwestchildrenscenter.com 

Infants: 2 mos.-2 yrs. Toddler 2s. Preschool 3-5 yrs. Private full 

& 1/2 day a.m. K. Before/after school, alumni only. Summer 

programs. Est. 1983. Open 6:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. M-F. Degreed 

teachers. Discovery learning approach. NAEYC accredited. 

SmartEarly Learning Centers 

Kristin Berry, Director 

861 Middle Street, Middletown, (860) 635-0544 

www.SmartEarly.com 

NAEYC accredited center offering highest quality early 

care and education for infants-preschool. Individualized 

SmartEarly curriculum for each child where degreed, certified 

teachers observe and share your child’s progress. 



Child Care & Preschools 


DANBURY 


Mark Meyer, Head of School 

44-A Shelter Rock Road, (203) 744-8088 


Teachers work in partnership with families to facilitate 

development. F/PT programs give children a strong foundation 

in academics, character, a lifelong love of learning, 

success skills and a sense of purpose. Infant to Grade 8. 

Immanuel Lutheran School 

Nate Palkewick, Principal 

18 Clapboard Ridge Road, (203) 748-7823 

www.immanuellutheranschool.org 

Providing caring, challenging, Christian education for 

Danbury-area residents since 1981. Pre-K through 8th 

grade students receive top education from certified teachers 

with a master’s degree. Full-, half-day and more. 

Wooster School Pre-Kindergarten Program 

Rae-Ann Allen, Head of Lower School 

91 Miry Brook Rd., (203) 830-3941 

www.woosterschool.org 

Age-appropriate activities nurture the cognitive, social, 

emotional, physical, spiritual, aesthetic and ethical development 

of students. A strong foundation for each child’s pursuit 

of joyful, lifelong learning. Extended day care avail. 

EAST HARTFORD 

St. Christopher School 

Kathleen Madej, Principal 

570 Brewer Street, (860) 568-4100 

www.saintchristopherschool.org 

St. Christopher School offers a variety of excellent preschool 

programs. Each is designed to meet the specific 

needs of both the students and the parents. All programs 

are directed by certified preschool teachers. 

EASTON 

“Little Phoenix” Pre-School & Daycare 

Division of Easton Country Day School 

Wendy Shambra, Managing Director 

660 Morehouse Road, (203) 268-5073 

www.EastonCountryDay.org 

Preschool AM classes for 2, 3 & 4 year olds and day care in 

a fun filled and nurturing environment for ages 3 months 

and up. 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Member: CAIS. 

ENFIELD 

Bright Horizons Children’s Centers 

Cyndi Gallant, Director 

5 Bright Meadow Boulevard, (860) 741-6648 

www.brighthorizons.com/brightmeadow 



emergent curriculum, flexible FT/PT early education and 

preschool programs for children ages 6 weeks and up. 

Lego Creative Child Care Center 

Laura Grodovich, Director 

561 Taylor Road, (866) 933-2252 

www.cclc.com/lego 

Lego Creative Child Care Center provides children 6 

weeks to 12 years of age with an enriched learning environment 

that encourages social & emotional growth, and 

promotes a strong educational foundation for the future. 

Little Angels Catholic Pre-School 

Marilyn Flanagan, Director 

424 Hazard Avenue, (860) 745-6135 

www.mylittleangelspreschool.com 

Our accredited program is designed for a child’s first 

exploration into a school experience. We have certified 

and experienced early childhood teachers. 

Want to make 

available at your facility? 

Call 203-483-1700 today! 

Little Punkin’ Patch Child Care 

Kerrie Hodge, Director 

284 N. Maple Street, Unit 4, (860) 265-7903 

www.littlepunkinpatchkids.com 

We educate children 6 weeks-12 years old by delivering 

customized programs tailored to meet the unique needs of 

each age group. We offer both part-time and full-time 

enrollment options. Open Mon.-Fri., 6:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 

FAIRFIELD 

Child Development Center of the Jewish Home 

Mary Zarrilli, Director 

175 Jefferson Street, (203) 396-1005 

www.jhe.org/childcare 

Our program exemplifies excellence in infant/toddler care 

and preschool education for children of all denominations. 

Enrichment programs include music and fitness. CT 

licensed, 6:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m., M-F, ages 6 weeks to 5 years. 

A Child’s Garden 

Michele Linane & Terri Levesque, Directors 

100 Mona Terrace, (203) 259-1327 

www.achildsgarden.net 

Ages 6 weeks-5 years. Full-time & part-time programs 

that provide childcare for working parents and the social 

and educational experiences required for children entering 

kindergarten. Alternative Kindergarten and Enrichment. 

Clockwork Learning Center 

Lynn Martin, Director 

233 Bennett Street, Black Rock, (203) 335-4200 

www.clockworklearning.com 

Nestled in the Fairfield end of Black Rock, our quality daycare 

center offers care and education for infants through 

PreKindergarten ages. Phone the center or go online to 

book a tour. 

Congregation B’nai Israel Early Childhood Center 

Alexa Cohen, Director 

2710 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, (203) 335-5058 

www.congregationbnaiisrael.org 

We offer FT & PT programs with lunch, enrichment & 

summer program. Classes from birth to 5 in a nurturing 

environment. Developmentally appropriate activities. 

Experienced teachers. Nut-free. Fairfield/Bridgeport line. 

Curiosity Corner Pre-Preschool 

Ms. Dee, Director 

James Street, (203) 259-1286 

curiosity-corner@hotmail.com 

Well-established, creative and nurturing 2s program located 

in the beach area. Program follows the Fairfield Public 

Schools schedule, Sept.-June. Tues./Thurs. or Wed./Fri. 

from 9:30-11:30. 

Fairfield University - Early Learning Center 

Joyce Abate, Executive Director/President 

1073 North Benson Road, (203) 254-4028 

www.fairfield.edu/elc 

Fairfield University’s Early Learning Center, a child care 

and early education program located on campus, currently 

has full-time and part-time openings available for preschool 

children ages 2 to 6 years from the regional community. 

Fairfield YMCA Preschool and After School 

Terry McLaren, Director 

841 Old Post Road, (203) 255-2834 

Nursery school for 3-5 year-olds includes swim lessons. 

Playdays — morning program for 2-year-olds. Afterschool 

for K-5, all Fairfield Public School transportation included. 

Great Beginnings Montessori School 

Marnee Harke, Head of School 

148 Beach Road, (203) 254-8208 

www.greatmontessori.com 

Offering a full Montessori program in beautiful classrooms 

in downtown Fairfield. Located in the First Church 

Congregational building. We serve 18 months-9 yr. olds. 

Toddler, primary and lower elementary available. 

K’tanim Preschool at Congregation Beth El 

Sheila May, Director 

1200 Fairfield Woods Road 

(203) 374-5544 www.congbethel.net 

Warm and nurturing environment with experienced 

teachers encouraging curiosity, creativity, independence 

and intellectual growth. Judaic/secular integrated curriculum. 

Ages 1-4. 

Pumpkin Preschool of Fairfield 

Mrs. Donnajean Pond, Executive Director 

449 Grasmere Avenue, (203) 255-7505 

www.pumpkinpreschool.com 

Innovative early learning center fostering optimum education. 

Music, arts, science, outdoor playgrounds, computer, 

reading, writing, language enrichment, French, Spanish 

and more. Field trips! Ages 6 wks.-8 yrs. Open 7 a.m.-6 p.m. 

Southport Congregational Preschool and 

Toddler Program 

Barbara Kick Terrell, Director 

524 Pequot Avenue, (203) 255-1312 

scpreschool04@sbcglobal.net 

Our primary goal is to teach socialization skills. We maintain 

age-appropriate learning goals to encourage social 

development, motor development, and verbal and cognitive 

skills. Art, music, creative movement and science. 

Teddy Bear Corner 

Dawn M. Tagliavia, Director 

273 Villa Avenue, 414 Greenfield Street, 

435 Old Stratfield Road 

(203) 330-0302, www.teddybearcorner.com 

Developmentally appropriate hands-on program. Ages 6 

wks.-5 yrs. Snacks and diapers included. Beautiful/secure 

playgrounds. Caring & qualified teachers certified in first 

aid/safety/CPR. Open year-round, Mon.-Fri., 7-5:30. 

The Unquowa School 

981 Stratfield Road, (203) 367-3151 

www.unquowa.org 

Coed PreK-3 through eighth grade. The preschool program 

focuses on functional constructive play and dramatic 

movement. The Early Childhood Program includes 

music, physical education and Spanish. 

GLASTONBURY 

Bright Horizons Children’s Center 

Debra Tobin, Director 

Village Place, 22 Village Place, (860) 633-5553 

www.brighthorizons.com/village 






586 New London Turnpike, (860) 659-3002 





GREENWICH 

Convent of the Sacred Heart 

Catherine Cullinane, Director of Admission 

1177 King Street, (203) 532-3534 

www.cshgreenwich.org 

Developmental program for 3 & 4 year old preschool girls 

in a nurturing and stimulating environment. The girls are 

introduced to religious education, art, library, computer, 

PE, science and music. 

Family Centers 

Megan Sweeney, Director 

40 Arch Street, (203) 869-4848 

www.familycenters.org 

Family Centers offers full-time care for young children at 

four NAEYC accredited sites. Services available for children 

6 weeks to 5 years. 

Preschool at St. Barnabas Church 

Mary Basso, Director 

954 Lake Avenue, (203) 661-9715 

www.preschoolatstbarnabaschurch.org 

Programs for 3-5 year olds. Our literature-based curriculum 

encourages language development, the investigation 

of science, math and art. Low student:teacher ratio allows 

the professional staff to meet the needs of every child. 

Whitby School 

Ms. Nadia Meier, Director of Enrollment and Admission 

969 Lake Avenue, (203) 302-3900 

www.whitbyschool.org 

Innovative Montessori and Int’l Baccalaureate school for 

children 18 months-grade 8. Whitby’s global community of 

learners is engaged in learning and inspired by their own 

discoveries, creating high achievers ready for their future. 


GROTON 

Bright Horizons at Groton 

Joanna Stamp, Director 

40 High Rock Road, (860) 449-9446 

www.brighthorizons.com/groton 





GUILFORD 

The Children’s Garden 

Pat Wojciechowski, Director 

900 Village Walk Plaza, (203) 458-2273 

www.childrensgardeninc.com 

Our Guilford facility is licensed to provide care for 44 children. 

Our center is designed to provide a safe, fun and 

nurturing environment for your child. Accepts Care 4 

Kids. Sibling and Yale discounts. Drop in Care offered. 

HAMDEN 

Alphabet Academy-North Campus 

Mireille Esponda, Director 

2389 Dixwell Avenue, (203) 361-3340 

www.TheAlphabetAcademy.com 

Our mission is to challenge each child to reach their intellectual, 

creative, physical and social potential through an 

emergent cirriculum that places emphasis on child’s 

innate curiosity of our natural world. Summer Camp too. 

Alphabet Academy-South Campus 

Kimberly Garley-Erb, Director 

605 Benham Street, (203) 230-9991 

www.TheAlphabetAcademy.com 

Our mission is to challenge each child to reach their intellectual, 

creative, physical and social potential through an 

emergent cirriculum that places emphasis on child’s 

innate curiosity of our natural world. Summer Camp too. 

Carrot Patch Early Learning Center 

Suzanne & Nicole Miller Stevens, Directors 

235 Johnson Road, (203) 248-5433 

www.carrotpatchkids.com 

Professional staff encourages exploration & growth in a 

stimulating, consistent & nurturing environment. We 

strive to enhance each child’s natural curiosity & love of 

learning. We prepare your child to be their best. 

Cuddle Time Daycare Center 

Maria Anthony, Director 

700 Hartford Turnpike, (203) 230-8449 

www.cuddletimedaycare.com 

We provide a safe, stimulating environment for children 

ages birth to 5. Full day preschool available. Open M-F, 

7:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Accepting FT/PT enrollment. Call for a 

private tour. 

Hamden Hall Country Day School 

Janet B. Izzo, Director of Admissions 

1108 Whitney Avenue, (203) 752-2610 


PreSchool through Gr. 12 with emphasis in the early years 

on instilling curiosity and excitement about learning in a 

warm, nurturing and developmentally appropriate environment. 

Transportation and school enrichment programs. 

K’tanim Nursery School at Temple Beth 

Sholom 

Sheryl Sadinsky, Director 

1809 Whitney Avenue, (203) 288-7748 

www.tbshamden.com 

NAEYC accredited programs for 2-5 year olds. Mon.-Fri. 

Flexible scheduling, high quality learning experiences, 

school readiness, warm nurturing environment, experienced 

staff, new extended hours. 

Laurel Oaks Adventist School 

Neil Clauson, Principal 

14 West Shepard Avenue, (203) 248-3251 

www.newhavensda.com (click on “Church School”) 

Located in a wooded pastoral setting, a Pre-K to Grade 8 

school that offers a rich, family-oriented program designed 

for spiritual, mental and physical nurturing. Students gain 

knowledge and skills for a lifetime of learning. 

Sunshine Preschool 

Leslie Reyes, Director 

20 Augur Street, (203) 562-5840 

www.sunshinepreschool-hamden.com 

A nurturing, safe and warm environment where infants, 

toddlers and preschoolers develop a love for learning 

through creative, hands-on activities, exploration and selfdiscovery. 

Open 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., year-round, FT and PT. 

HARTFORD 

Annie Fisher Montessori Magnet School 

Erin DeVries, Community Specialist 

280 Plainfield Street, (860) 695-3597 

www.anniefishermontessori.com 

Awarded “RECOGNITION” by AMI/USA. Committed to 

Education for Life. Serving all CT residents PK3-6th 

grade. Half-day for PK3-4, 8 a.m.-11:15 a.m., tuition free. 

Breakthrough Magnet School 

Julie Goldstein, Director 

290 Brookfield Street, (860) 695-5704 

www.magneteducation.org 

Open to all students in Connecticut, free of charge. 

Beginning at age 2 (3 by December 31, 2013). Hours: 

Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Enrichment program 

runs Monday-Thursday, 3-4 p.m. 

Capital Community College Laboratory School 

Suzanne Rocco-Foertsch, Director 

950 Main Street, (860) 906-5238 

www.ccc.commnet.edu 

The Lab School offers a preschool program within the 

college that serves children from 3-5 years old. It also 

assists in training Early Childhood students. The school is 

NAEYC accredited. 

Environmental Sciences Magnet School 

at Mary Hooker 

Francie Sierra-Re, Magnet Coach 

440 Broadview Terrace, (860) 695-3834 

www.environmentalsciencesmagnet.org 

Tuition-free, full-day, pre-kindergarten ages 3 and 4. Open 

to all children in Connecticut! Come tour our award-winning 

programs. 

R.J. Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts 

Tracy Saperstein, Assistant Principal 

65 Van Block Avenue, (860) 695-4140 

www.kmspa.org 

Open to all students in Connecticut, free of charge. 

Lottery process. Beginning at age 4 by December 31, 2013. 

Hours: 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. A performing arts theme-based 

school where students develop talents and interests. 

MADISON 

The Country School 

341 Opening Hill Road, (203) 421-3113 

www.thecountryschool.org 

Coed, preschool to grade 8. At The Country School our outstanding 

program begins with challenging academics, passionate 

teachers, a dynamic whole child curriculum and 

motivated students. An Education that Lasts a Lifetime! 

Madison School for Young Children 

Ann Beccia, Director 

42 Old Post Road, (203) 245-3414 

www.ms4yc.com 

Offering full-time and part-time programs for ages eight 

weeks to kindergarten. Developmentally appropriate, educating 

the whole child. Masters level, certified teachers in 

preschool and kindergarten. NAEYC accredited. 

Temple Beth Tikvah Nursery School 

Bernadette Stak, Director 

P.O. Box 1269, 196 Durham Road, (203) 245-8039 

www.templebethtikvahct.org 

Loving, nurturing preschool that offers children ageappropriate 

curriculum. Emphasis is on social, emotional 

and problem-solving skills. Nature and arts-based enrichment 

programs also offered. Please visit us! 



MANCHESTER 

The Children’s Place 

Holly Cassano, Director 

452 Tolland Turnpike, (860) 643-5535 

www.thechildrensplaceinc.com 

Every day is a learning experience. Serving ages 6 weeks-6 

years. Low staff:child ratios. 30 yrs. of excellence. Full & PT 

programs. 7 a.m.-6 p.m. 

The Learning Center 

Polly Buvelot, Director 

501 West Middle Turnpike, (860) 643-8639 

www.LearningCenterCT.com 

Providing quality childcare for children ages 6 weeks to 12 

years. Offering a hands-on and age-appropriate curriculum 

focusing on learning through play. Transportation provided 

for B&A school programs. Open 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

MANSFIELD 

Mount Hope Montessori School 

Avery Lenhart, Director 

P.O. Box 267, 48 Bassetts Bridge Road, (860) 423-1070 

www.mounthopemontessori.com 

Serving children ages 3-6 in a loving, nurturing community. 

Mount Hope is dedicated to the philosophy of Dr. Maria 

Montessori and has been helping children help themselves 

for over 51 years. 



SUMMER PROGRAM 

2-week sessions through July & 

August 

Limited to 16 kids, 3-6 years, in 

each session 

All professional staff, no “teen 

counselors” 

Art, music, science, literacy PLUS 

plenty of outdoor games, sports, 

and water play on our spacious 

campus 

200 MANSION ROAD 

203/272-5435 





MERIDEN 

Pre-K Program at Meliora Academy 

Lynne Guilmette, Director 

470 Murdock Avenue, (203) 237-5710 

bdesct@aol.com 

Pre-K Program for typical and children with ASDs, 

developmental or language delays. Emphasis on social 

skills, functional language/communication, functional 

play skills and relatedness. Full and half day options. 


186 Pomeroy Avenue, (203) 235-8461 





MIDDLEFIELD 

Independent Day School 

John Barrengos, Head of School 

115 Laurel Brook Road, (860) 347-7235 

www.independentdayschool.org 

IDS is a caring environment where excellent teachers guide 

young minds ages 3 & 4. Hands-on and thematic learning, 

developmentally and age-appropriate activities. Extended 

day 12:00-3:05 p.m.; after care program 3:05-5:30 p.m. 

MIDDLETOWN 

Town & Country Early Learning Centers 

Judi Kenney, Director 

195 South Main Street, (860) 347-1400 

www.townandcountryelc.com 

NAEYC accredited offering: a Wholistic educational experience 

in a nurturing environment; an individualized curriculum: 

“The Building Blocks of Learning”; degreed teachers, 

certified pediatric first aid & CPR; highest standards. 

MILFORD 

Great Beginnings Preschool 

Melanie Hamilton, Director 

100 Washington Street, (203) 874-5000 

www.greatbeginningspreschool.com 

A unique learning environment for ages 3-5 that inspires 

creativity, building a joy of learning and a foundation of 

core values for future leaders. F/T: 7:30-5:30, Half day: 9- 

12. Yoga, nature classes, art, music, movement and more! 

Little White House Learning Center 

Judy Drapp, Director 

69 Woodmont Road, (203) 877-5167 

www.littlewhitehouselearningcenter.com 

Over 45 years of experience. 6 wks.-8 yrs. 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m., 

year round, F/PT. We focus on children’s education, 

socialization & development. Transitional kindergarten for 

children born in the fall who aren’t ready for kindergarten. 

Once Upon A Time Development Center 

Gina DeLucca, Director 

326 West Main Street, (203) 882-0983 

www.onceuponatimedc.com 

Open 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Ages 6 wks. through Pre-K. Low 

staff to child ratios. PT and FT programs. We offer an 

enriching environment, developmentally based curriculum 

with a learning through play philosophy. 

St. Gabriel School 

Mary Lou Moe, Director 

1 Tudor Road, (203) 874-3811 

www.stgabrielschool.com 

St. Gabriel Preschool provides developmentally appropriate 

programs for 3, 4 and 5 year-old children. Full and 

part-time days are offered with before and after school 

care available. 

MONROE 

Magic Kingdom Day Nursery & Kindergarten 

101 Cutlers Farm Road, (203) 261-0130 


We provide & promote the development of your child’s 

emotional, social, physical, creative & intellectual skills in 

a loving and caring environment. FT & PT programs for 

children 2.9 years old-12 years old. 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. 

Tiny Treasures, DLC 

Cheryl Iannucci, Director/Owner 

51 Shelton Road, (203) 459-1444, (203) 521-9273 

Email: tinytreasuresmonroe@yahoo.com 

A warm, loving, educational environment. Truly a school 

where every child counts! FT/PT preschool program, 

infant/toddler program, before/after program. *5% DIS- 

COUNT on first month’s tuition for mentioning this listing. 

NEW BRITAIN 

New Britain-Berlin YMCA Child Care 

Leisa Pasquariello, Director 

50 High Street, (860) 828-6559 or (860) 229-3787 

www.nbbymca.org 

Serving children 6 weeks-12 years old. Our objective is to 

provide a comprehensive child care program that will 

focus on the physical, social and emotional growth of 

every child enrolled. 

NEW CANAAN 

New Canaan Country School 

Nancy R. Hayes, Director of Enrollment Management 

545 Ponus Ridge, (203) 972-0771 

www.countryschool.net 

An independent school for Beginners through grade 9, 

NCCS offers outstanding academics taught by exceptional 

faculty in a creative and engaging environment. Stunning 

75-acre campus, state-of-the-art academic facilities. 

New Canaan Nature Center Preschool 

Marianne Kay, Preschool Director 

144 Oenoke Ridge, (203) 966-9577, ext. 16 

www.NewCanaanNature.org 

The mission is to provide the highest quality early childhood 

educational environment that meets all children’s 

developmental needs. We utilize nature, science and our 40acre 

campus to build each child’s foundation for success. 

NEW HAVEN 

Friends Center for Children 

Allyx Schiavone, Director 

225 E. Grand Avenue, (203) 468-1966 

www.friendscenterforchildren.org 

Friends Center is a child-centered, hands-on early childhood 

program providing year-round, full-time care for 

children ages 3 months to 5 years. Children learn through 

creative play and developmentally-appropriate activities. 

Gateway CC Early Learning Center 

Marjorie Weiner, Director 

20 Church Street, (203) 285-2130 

www.gwcc.commnet.edu 

Preschool laboratory; 3-5 year old program for college and 

community. School year. NAEYC accredited. 

Lil Cupcakes Daycare 

Jo Queen, Director, lilcupcakesdaycare@hotmail.com 

125 Westerleigh Road, (203) 814-6953 

Warm, nurturing childcare in a home setting for children 

from 6 weeks to 5 years old. Flexible hours Mon.-Fri. We 

offer a safe, fun environment for your Little Cupcakes! 

Preschool Classroom at Cold Spring School 

Jeff Jonathan, Director 

263 Chapel Street, (203) 787-1584 

www.coldspringschool.org 

A five day a week, full-day program for three and four 

year old children. 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. program with 

optional, extended day program. 

The Preschool at Neighborhood Music School 

Christine Missakian, Director 

100 Audubon Street, (203) 624-5189, ext. 23 

www.neighborhoodmusicschool.org 

Ages 2-5 thrive in our uniquely arts-based programs, which 

provide a nurturing environment full of creativity, intellectual 

development and community spirit. Preschool, 8:30- 

3:30 (half-day available). Toddler Program, 8:30-11:30. 



NEWINGTON 

Bright Horizons at Newington 

Amy Raymond, Director 

2800 Berlin Turnpike, (860) 667-0080 

www.brighthorizons.com/newington 





KIDCO 

Maria Bomely, Director 

2175 Berlin Turnpike, (860) 667-7191 

www.kidcoweb.com 

Providing quality care for children 6 weeks-12 years. 

Spacious classrooms, indoor gyms, expansive outdoor 

play areas, video monitoring, secured entrances. Hours 

6:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. NAEYC accredited preschool. 

NEWTOWN/SANDY HOOK 

Children’s Adventure Center 

Judy Sims, Director 

14 Riverside Road, Sandy Hook, (203) 426-3018 

www.childrensadventurecenter.com 

NAEYC accredited program for children ages 3-5, fostering 

the social, cognitive, physical and creative skills of young 

learners. Our focus is on pre-reading, writing, math and 

relationship building with enrichment programs. 

Fraser Woods Montessori School 

173 S. Main St. (Rte. 25), (203) 426-3390 

www.fraserwoods.com 

Unique classroom environment, multi-age classes, individualized 

learning. 18 months to 8th grade. Half & full 

day programs. Before/after school programs. Founded in 

1968 as Newtown Montessori School. 


40 Dodgingtown Road, (203) 364-1113 

www.waldorfct.org 

We cherish childhood rather than rushing it. In preschool 

and kindergarten, children learn through imaginative 

play, art and practical activities. In Gr. 1-8, academics are 

taught artistically, generating joy and inspiring creativity. 

The Learning Experience 

Cara Bellamy, Director 

274 South Main Street (Rte. 25), (203) 304-9130 

www.thelearningexperience.com 

Ages 6 wks. to 5 yrs. FT & PT, before and after school programs, 

6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Quality child care and an exciting 

learning experience. Safe, state-of-the-art center. 

Acclaimed Fun With Phonics program. Caring staff. 

Misty Morning Children’s Center 

Tracy Lefebvre, Director 

10 Commerce Road, (203) 270-6771 

www.mistymorningcc.com 

Loving care & learning experiences for infants, toddlers, 

preschoolers & kindergartners. Children’s House: 6 wks.- 

K, 7 a.m.-6 p.m., FT/PT. Clubhouse: 1st-7th. Before and 

after transportation. 

NORTH HAVEN 

Sunny Side Up Early Care Learning Center 

Nanci Dower, Director 

76 Maple Avenue, (203) 239-7395 

www.SunnySideUpEarlyCare.com 

Year round preschool with childcare hours. Open 7:30 a.m.- 

5:30 p.m. Infants, toddlers, Pre-K, young 5s. Developmental 

program with trained professional teachers. 

Village Integrated Pre-School 

Karen Martin, Director 

31 Temple Street, (203) 234-7611 

www.aces.org/schools 

Full and part-time openings for 3 and 4 year olds in full day 

preschool. M-F, 7:30-4:30, certified teacher: masters in Early 

Childhood and Special Education; CDA trained teacher 

assistants. 


NORWALK/ROWAYTON 

Apple Tree Preschool 

Gerri Calka Flewellyn, Owner/Director 

131 Strawberry Hill Avenue, (203) 866-8933 

For more than 40 years we have prepared ages 3-4 for the 

challenges of school. The curriculum includes music, creative 

development, language, number readiness, social 

development, pre-reading skills and more. 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 

OLD SAYBROOK 

The Children’s Tree Montessori School 

Marci Martindale, Director 

96 Essex Road, (860) 388-3536 

www.childrenstree.com 

Providing children ages 3-12 and their parents with an 

alternative to traditional education. We offer a nurturing, 

child-centered environment where children develop independence, 

respect and a lifelong love of learning. 

ORANGE 

Bright Horizons at Orange 

Anne Recchia, Director 

284 Silverbrook Road, (203) 799-8033 

www.brighthorizons.com/orange 





Bright Horizons at Yale West Campus 

Erin Aschbrenner, Director 

117 Frontage Road, (203) 795-3564 

www.brighthorizons.com/yalewestcampus 

Developmentally appropriate programs, skilled faculty, 

state-of-the-art facilities, 21st century technology, emergent 

curriculum, flexible FT/PT early ed. and preschool programs. 

Ages 6+ wks. Exit 41 on I-95. NAEYC accredited. 


801 Baldwin Road (Rte. 34), (203) 891-0599 





PLAINVILLE 

Great Beginnings 

Karen Shackford, Director 

15-17 Cooke Street & 195 East Street, (860) 747-1679 

www.greatbeginningsdaycarecenter.com 

“A great beginning lasts a lifetime.” Celebrating 27 years 

in the early childhood profession! Our goal is to provide 

each age group with the highest level of quality child care 

available in a group learning environment. 

REDDING 

Kids Time Preschool and Daycare 

Diane Quinn, Director of Admission 

32 Portland Avenue, (203) 544-1266 

www.kidstimepreschool.com 

Offering full-time and part-time day programs ages 6 

weeks to 5 years. Developmentally rich curriculum. 

Literacy, math, language and handwriting. Offering before 

and after school care to 12 years. 

Landmark Preschool 

Kimberly Swabsin, Associate Director of Admission 

20 Portland Avenue, (203) 544-8393 

www.landmarkpreschool.org 

A place where learning is a joyful experience! A private preschool 

for early learning serving ages 1-5. Balanced curriculum 

offers literacy, math activities and science. Foreign language, 

art and gym. Before/after care. CAIS accredited. 

RIDGEFIELD 

Ridgefield Academy 

Julie Crane, Director of Admission 

223 West Mountain Road, (203) 894-1800 

www.ridgefieldacademy.org 

RA is a coed preschool through grade 8 day school serving 

academically motivated students with diverse backgrounds 

on 42 acres in Ridgefield. The school draws students 

from Westchester and Fairfield counties. 

Ridgefield Montessori School 

Catherine Tango, Director 

96 Danbury Road, (203) 438-4506 

www.ridgefieldmontessori.com 

Preparing today’s children for tomorrow’s world. New and 

expanded “Green” location offering individualized attention 

where respect, independence and confidence are a part 

of daily school life. Infants-full day kindergarten classes. 

ROCKY HILL 


588 Cromwell Avenue (Rte. 3), (860) 563-9096 





SHELTON/HUNTINGTON 

Bridge to Early Learning 

Cheryl Alter, Director 

917 Bridgeport Avenue, (203) 255-7514, ext. 304 

www.bridgetopreschool.com 

Come experience our high quality early education with 

developmentally appropriate curriculum for children 18 

months-4 years. Flexible FT/PT schedule, 1-5 day enrollment 

options & summer programs. 

Bright Horizons at Enterprise Corporate Towers 

Kim Hulton, Director 

Three Corporate Drive, (203) 926-1398 

www.brighthorizons.com/ect 





A Child’s Garden 

Sandra Miklus & Tanya DiCarlo, Directors 

20 Ivy Brook Road, (203) 402-0334 

www.achildsgarden.net 

Ages 6 weeks through 5 years including kindergarten. 

Full time and part time programs that provide childcare 

for working parents, and the social and educational experiences 

required for children entering kindergarten. 

Happy Day Preschool/Shelton Community Ctr. 

Cynthia Tonucci, Owner 

41 Church Street, (203) 925-0545 

Proudly serving children and families since 1979. Ages 6 

weeks-6 years. Full-time and part-time schedules. Open 

year-round. Professional staff. Gym and library on premises. 

Hours: 7 a.m.-6 p.m. 

Pumpkin Preschool of Shelton 

Mrs. Joan Carr/Mrs. Melissa Zaccagnini, Directors 

100 Beard Sawmill Road, (203) 926-1800 






Susanna Wesley School 

Roberta Cenci, Director 

338 Walnut Tree Hill Road, (203) 925-1076 

www.susannawesleyschool.com 

Serving the community for over 40 years. Our school 

offers a variety of programs: A.M., P.M., Ext. Day, KClub 

and Toddler Time for 2 to 5 year olds & summer program. 

Experienced teachers. Daily music & creative movement. 

Wonder Years Learning Center 

Laura Lipinsky, Director 

188 Rocky Rest Road, (203) 929-0708 

www.wonderyearsct.com 

Nature based educational curriculum. Bright, spacious 

classrooms and warm, loving teachers. Quality and affordable 

child care. Offering full-time and part-time programs 

for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Open 7 a.m.-6 p.m. 

These childcare facilities are also listed 

on our website: www.ctparent.com 

SIMSBURY 

The Master’s School Preschool Program 

Deborah DeBisschop, Director 

36 Westledge Road, (860) 651-9361 

www.masterschool.org 

The Early Childhood Program (ECP) is a nationally accredited 

Christian program. During this stage of wonder and 

discovery the ECP provides high-quality programs for 3 

and 4 year olds based on the CT Preschool Benchmarks. 

SOUTH WINDSOR 


Nita Proteau, Director 

1250 Ellington Road, (860) 282-8020 




focusing on learning through play. Transportation 

provided for B&A school programs. Open 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 

SOUTHBURY 

Clockwork Learning Center 

Alicia Doyon, Director 

800 Sth. Main Street (rear), (203) 262-1383 

www.clockworklearning.com 

Convenient to greater Southbury, and located just off 84, 

our quality daycare center offers care and education for 

infants through PreKindergarten ages. Phone the center or 

go online to book a tour. 

SOUTHINGTON 

Southington Community YMCA Learning Ctr. 

Katie Sherman, Director 

30 High Street, (860) 621-8130 

www.southington-cheshireymca.org 

Providing the highest level of quality and safety in programs 

that support children socially, emotionally, cognitively, 

physically and artistically. Serving children of preschool, 

kindergarten, elementary and middle school age. 


1348 West Street, (860) 276-1031 





Village Green Nursery School 

Nan Sheridan, Director 

37 Main Street, (860) 628-6958 

www.vgns.org 

A caring, developmentally appropriate, learning environment. 

Many opportunities for family involvement. 

Excellent teacher/child ratio. Morning and afternoon 3 & 

4 year old programs. 

STAMFORD 

Bright Horizons at First Stamford Place 

Betsy Mercein, Director 

300 First Stamford Place, (203) 323-1972 

www.brighthorizons.com/stamford 





Bright Horizons at High Ridge Park 

Cindy Schacht, Director 

4 High Ridge Park, (203) 321-1681 

www.brighthorizons.com/highridge 






Want to make 

available at your 

child care or preschool? 

Call 203-483-1700 today! 




STAMFORD, CTD. 

Bright Horizons at Long Ridge Child Devel. Ctr. 

Gerri Degnan, Director 

778 Long Ridge Road, (203) 461-8653 

www.brighthorizons.com/lrr 





Brookdale Nursery School 

Karen Cardilli, Director 

20 Brookdale Road, (203) 329-9945 

www.brookdalenurseryschool.com 

Located in North Stamford since 1974, Brookdale focuses 

on social and academic skills. Nurturing teachers follow a 

developmentally appropriate curriculum for 2, 3 and PreK 

classes. Sept.-June, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Camp until mid-July. 

Childcare Learning Centers 

Barbara Garvin Kester, CEO 

64 Palmer’s Hill Road, (203) 323-5944 

www.clcstamford.org 

CLC offers the largest school readiness comprehensive 

early childhood education and care program to nearly 

1,000 children between birth and 5 years of age. Fees are 

on a sliding scale. NAEYC accredited. 

Levana’s Home Day Care 

Levana Dan, Director 

34 White Birch Lane, (203) 329-7748 

LDAN8349@aol.com 

Since 1992. Providing care for infants to 4 years old. 

Stimulating and educational environment for every age 

group. Art and music program. Food provided. Licensed, 

insured, CDA and CPR. Open 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m./flexible. 

The Long Ridge School 

Kris Bria, Head of School 

478 Erskine Road, (203) 322-7693 

www.longridgeschool.org 

Founded in 1938, providing a warm start for 2s, 3s & 4s as 

part of an independent school for K-Gr. 5. Theme-based 

studies focus on exploration of ourselves and our world in 

a community rich in literature, music, arts and earth science. 

Noah’s Ark Nursery School 

(Affiliated with Zion Lutheran Church) 

Eileen Muller, Director 

132 Glenbrook Road, (203) 357-7330 

A Christian learning experience in a nurturing environment 

for 3 & 4 year old children. Hours are 9 a.m.-12 noon. 

Registration is non-discriminatory. Teachers are CPR & 

first aid certified. 

STRATFORD 

Helen King Reynolds Private School 

Lynne Goetz, Director 

868 East Broadway, (203) 375-1687 

www.helenkingreynolds.com 

Learn through play! We educate the whole child with 

developmentally appropriate curriculum. Nurturing staff, 

great staff/child ratio. Half-day programs for 3s and 4s. 

NAEYC accredited. 

Sterling House Preschool 

Priscilla Choquette, Director 

2283 Main Street, (203) 378-2606 

A place where children feel safe, wanted, & a part of a 

community. Programs for 2-5. Part/full day, multi-age 

groups. Celebrating 80 years service to our community. 

Happy children make great learners. NAEYC accredited. 

SUFFIELD 

Bright Horizons at Suffield 

Jennifer Roy, Director 

228 Mountain Road, (860) 668-5653 

www.brighthorizons.com/suffield 





TRUMBULL 

B’nai Torah Nursery School 

Joan Watnick, Director 

5700 Main Street, (203) 268-0227 

www.bnaitorahct.org/nurseryschool 

Nurturing & educating 2, 3 & 4 yr. olds since 1982. We build 

confident eager learners. Small classes provide social interaction 

& individualized attention by experienced teachers. 

Art, music, cooking, drama, gym. Summer camp. 

Bright Horizons at Trumbull 

Marisa Rothbard, Director 

126 Monroe Turnpike, (203) 459-8610 

www.brighthorizons.com/trumbull 





Cornerstone Children’s Center 

Lisbeth Olsen Condo and 

Margaret Conley Heffel, M.S.Ed., Owner/Operators 

16 Hickory Street, (203) 261-0499 

www.cornerstonekids.com 

Comprehensive early care and education — just around 

the corner. Caring for children through age 6 since 1996. 

Developmentally appropriate curriculum. Lunch, snacks, 

diapers, wipes and formula included. FT & PT and flex. 

Holy Cross Christian Preschool 

Michele Glennon, Director 

5995 Main Street, (203) 268-6471 

www.holycrosstrumbull.org 

A stimulating learning environment that helps each child 

reach their full potential. Full day & part day programs 

available. Open year-round 7:30 a.m.-5:45 p.m. Serving 

children ages 3-5. 

Laurel School for Young Children 

162 Beardsley Parkway, (203) 374-6611 

Individual classes for children, infants to age 5. Language 

arts, music, phonics. Certified teachers, a traditional philosophy 

and progress reporting. Affiliated with Yale Child 

Study Center. Year round program, 7:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 

Long Hill United Methodist Children’s Center 

Maria Stein, Director 

6358 Main Street, (203) 268-8434 www.lhumcc.com 

High quality early education with developmentally 

appropriate curriculum for 3s & 4s. FT/PT. Weekly music 

& gym program, Mommy & Me, Lunch Bunch, enrichments 

in science, cooking & fit kids. 

UNCASVILLE 

Eagleview Child Development Center 

Kristen King, Director 

2 Crow Hill Road, (860) 862-9777 

www.brighthorizons.com/eagleview 





WALLINGFORD 

Creative Beginnings Learning Center 

Suzanne Stevens, Director 

3 Technology Drive, (203) 294-1546 

www.creativebeginningslearningcenter.com 

Ages 6 weeks - 10 years. Full-day kindergarten; exciting 

curriculum for all ages. Experienced and educated teachers. 

Center with keypad access for peace of mind. Newly 

designed, spacious playground. 

See Us Grow Childcare and Learning Center 

Kelly Barbarotta, Director 

1052 South Colony Road, (203) 269-5437 (KIDS) 

www.seeusgrow.org 

State-of-the-art childcare that is eco-friendly. We offer 

extended hours, drop-in care and high quality care for 

your child. Locations in Wallingford & Branford. 

WATERBURY 

Chase Collegiate School 

Patricia Belle Calgagni, Lower School Head 

565 Chase Parkway, (203) 236-9560 

www.chasecollegiate.org 

The Pre-K curriculum at Chase is relevant, well planned to 

meet developmental and intellectual needs, and, most 

importantly, fun! Classrooms are colorful learning environments 

where teachers encourage students to explore. 

Little Lambs Learning Center 

Kathy Cordani, Director 

3211 North Main Street, (203) 592-5264 

www.littlelambslearn.org 

Full time preschool. New facility. CT certified teachers. 

High quality developmental & educational programs. 

Facilitating intellectual, social, physical and emotional 

growth. 

WATERTOWN/OAKVILLE 

Jumpstart Therapy & Fitness Network 

Catherine Risigo, MS, OTR/L 

900 Main Street, Oakville, (860) 945-1301 

www.therapyunlimited.com 

Run by certified teachers and therapists, Jumpstart playgroups 

enhance children’s development by challenging 

them in a fun environment. Take a moment to work out, 

relax or do errands. For children 6 months to 6 years. 

WEST HARTFORD 

Lollipop Tree Nursery School 

Jon Scher, Director 

160 Mohegan Drive, (860) 236-5748 

www.lollipoptreenurseryschool.com 

A safe and nurturing developmentally appropriate learning 

environment for children ages 2-PreK. Children learn 

through play, exploration and self discovery. At Lollipop 

Tree Nursery School, Learning is FUN! 

Montessori School of Greater Hartford 

Una Barry, Head of School 


www.msgh.org 

Highly trained, seasoned teachers nurture the development 

of each child in a culturally diverse, authentic AMI 

Montessori community. Serving ages 15 months-12 years. 

Recognized by AMI/Accredited by CAIS. Est. 1964. 

Noah’s Ark at Congregation Beth Israel 

Leah Bratton, Director 

701 Farmington Avenue, (860) 232-5036 

lbratton@cbict.org 

For over 25 years, Noah’s Ark has provided high-quality 

early education and extended day child care for children 

from 2 months-5 yrs. It is a place where community and 

learning come together in a warm, inclusive environment. 

Our Children’s Center, Inc. 

Barbara Battaglio, Executive Director 


www.occdaycare.org 

Non-profit, early childhood daycare center for ages 8 

weeks-5 years, PreK. Main goal: small classes w/many 

dedicated teachers. Ratios — 8 infants: 3.5 teachers; 8 toddlers: 

3 teachers; PreK, 10 children: 2.5 teachers. 

Renbrook School 

Armistead C.G. Webster, Ph.D., Head of School 

2865 Albany Avenue, (860) 236-1661 

www.renbrook.org 

The Beginning School offers a preschool program for children 

ages 3 and 4 and full-day kindergarten. Experienced 

teachers provide a developmentally appropriate curriculum 

in a hands-on, academic environment. 

WEST HAVEN 

Discovery Daycare and Preschool 

Karen Schlemmer, Director 

225 Meloy Road, (203) 931-7750 

www.discoverydcp.org 

Open year-round, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. FT/PT programs. 

Ages 3-5. Developmentally-based, academic curriculum in 

a loving Christian environment. Kindergarten Readiness 

program. CT Care 4 Kids accepted. 


WESTBROOK 

Valley-Shore YMCA Little Giants Preschool 

Mary Lewis, Director 

201 Spencer Plains Road, (860) 399-9622 

www.vsymca.org 

We offer a preschool program for 3 & 4 year old children 

with half- or full-day options. Swimming and gym time 

complement our age-appropriate classroom activities. 

Mention code ‘VSYMCA’ for a registration discount. 

WESTPORT 

A Child’s Place 

Sandy Seres, Director 

90 Hillspoint Road, (203) 227-1940 

www.a-childs-place.org 

An accredited child-education center offering 10-month 

preschool for 2s, 3s and 4s, full-day (7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.) yearround 

programs, and a summer program. It features a high 

teacher:student ratio and large indoor & outdoor facilities. 

Christ & Holy Trinity Preschool 

Moira O’Connor, Director 

45 Church Lane, (203) 226-4616 

www.chtpreschool.com 

For over 30 years, our program has brought together families 

from all backgrounds. With hands-on music, science, 

art & exploration, our nurturing, play-based environment 

inspires children to develop a love of learning. Ages 2-5. 

The Conservative Synagogue Preschool of 

Westport, Weston, and Wilton 

Jamie Klein-Zoref, Director 

30 Hillspoint Road, (203) 454-4673 

www.tcs-westport.org 

We educate, nurture and inspire children ages 1-5 in a rich 

Jewish environment. Curriculum based on theory that 

children are active learners who construct an understanding 

of the world around them through play. Open to all! 

Earthplace Nursery School 

Laurie Linton, Director 

10 Woodside Lane, (203) 227-7253 

www.earthplace.org 

Active learning program blends classroom curriculum w/ 

music, gym & animal programs. Nature center hiking 

trails, hands-on natural science museum & live animal 

exhibits. AM/PM classes, ages 2-5. Lunch Club. 

Landmark Preschool 

Gretchen Schwarzbauer, Assoc. Director of Admission 

11 Burr Road, (203) 226-6982 

www.LandmarkPreschool.org 

A place where learning is a joyful experience! A private preschool 

for early learning serving ages 1-5. Balanced curriculum 

offers literacy, math activities and science. Foreign language, 

art and gym. Before/after care. CAIS accredited. 

Old Hill Children’s Day School 

Cheryl Taylor, Director 

190 Wilton Road, (203) 221-8238 

www.oldhilldayschool.com 

Joyful, bright learning environment in which children 

receive loving care and excellent early childhood education. 

Full day/full year programs for ages 6 wks. to 5 yrs. 

Pumpkin Preschool of Westport 

Tina Waehler, Miriam Rodriguez, Directors 

15 Burr Road, (203) 226-1277 






St. Paul Christian School 

Lesley Troup, Director, 41 Easton Road 

(203) 227-7920 www.stpaulchristianschool.org 

For 36 years children have been embraced by love and 

empowered to learn. Promoting spiritual, social, emotional, 

cognitive and physical development of children from 

15 months to state-licensed Kindergarten. NAEYC accred. 

Saugatuck Nursery School 

Ellen De Huff, Director, 55 Compo Rd. S. 

(203) 226-9192 www.saugatucknurseryschool.org 

Offering full day & part time preschool 2, 3 or 5 days per 

week for 44 years. Monthly field trips, weekly enrichment 

programs. Nurturing experienced teachers serving 2 - 5 year 

olds in a warm, loving environment. 

Temple Israel Early Childhood Center 

Rosalie Witt, Director 

14 Coleytown Road, (203) 227-1656 

www.tiwestport.org 

We offer an age appropriate, developmental approach that 

employs a philosophy of learning through play. We reinforce 

the connection between your child and his or her 

Jewish heritage through music, stories and cooking. 

Westport Weston Cooperative Nursery School 

Pat Rackliffe, Director 

10 Lyons Plains Road, (203) 227-9318 

www.westportwestoncoop.org 

The Co-op offers a progressive, quality early education 

where children are encouraged to be curious, explore all 

possibilities and love learning. Children learn best when 

actively engaged with materials, ideas and people. 

Westport Weston Family Y 

Tasha Dennison, Director, 

59 Post Road East, (203) 226-8981, ext. 113 

www.westporty.org 

Full & PT schedules; 2/3/5 day options. Full-day vacation 

specials for Kinderkids. Infant/toddler; pre-K; Kinderkids 

(p.m. kindergarten). Special Needs. Bus transp. from 

schools. 7 a.m.-6 p.m. After-school, gr. 1-6. Early Learning. 

WHITE PLAINS, NY 

Montessori Children’s Center 

Robert DeRosa, Director 

785 Mamaroneck Avenue, (914) 597-2253 

www.cmteny.com 

Located on the beautiful Burke Hospital campus, operated 

by CME|NY and recognized for worldwide excellence in 

Montessori education. Year-round care for children from 3 

months to 5 years old; 2, 3 & 5-day programs. 

WILTON 

The Apple Blossom School and Family Center 

Kimberly Carr, Enrollment/Outreach Coordinator 

440 Danbury Road, (203) 493-4003 

www.appleblossomschool.org 

A lovely piece of heaven in a bustling world. Based on 

Waldorf early childhood philosophy. Offering 

Parent/Infant, Parent/Toddler, Nursery and Kindergarten 

programs as well as Arts Enrichment for homeschoolers. 

Bright Horizons at Wilton 

Alishia Salerno, Director 

7 Godfrey Place, (203) 834-2616 

www.brighthorizons.com/wilton 





Connecticut Friends School, PK-Grade 8 

Beth Skudder, Director of Admissions 

317 New Canaan Road/Route 106 (in the Silvermine area) 

(203) 762-9860 

www.CTFriendsSchool.org 

Drop off classes for 2-5 year olds, including a 4- & 5-year 

old bridge class before K. We are child-centered, and 

grounded in the best of a Friends education. Our nurturing 

environment inspires creative and critical thinking. 

The Montessori School 

Mary Zeman, Head of School 

34 Whipple Road, (203) 834-0440 

www.themontessorischool.com 

Rooted in the scientific research of Dr. Montessori and the 

distinct needs and interests of students at each stage of 

development. Approach is experiential, individualized and 

academically rigorous within a culture of respect and joy. 

Town & Country Montessori 

Karen Wiffen & Tina Donaher, Co-Directors 

531 Danbury Road, (203) 834-1195 

www.TownandCountryMontessori.org 

Spacious, serene and engaging Montessori environment 

for 3-6 year olds since 1983; set on scenic grounds. Afterschool 

care & summer camp options. The affordable 

choice in classic Montessori education for nearly 30 years. 

WINDSOR 


Cristina Carman, Director 

313 Bloomfield Avenue, (860) 285-0250 




focusing on learning through play. Transportation 

provided for B&A school programs. Open 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 

Windsor Discovery Center & 


Laura Casey, Director 

114 Palisado Avenue, (860) 285-1400 

www.townofwindsorct.com/montessori 

www.townofwindsorct.com/discovery 

Providing a safe, nurturing environment that promotes 

and encourages a child’s individual growth and interest in 

learning. Programs for children 6 weeks to 12 years of age. 

AMS Accredited. 

WOODBRIDGE 

The Children’s Garden 

Michele Wojciechowski, Director 

70 Bradley Road, (203) 387-7018 

www.childrensgardeninc.com 

Our Woodbridge facility is licensed to provide care for 33 

children. Our center is designed to provide a safe, fun and 

nurturing environment for your child. We accept Care 4 

Kids. Sibling and Yale discounts available. 

The Children’s House of Montessori 

Carolyn Chapman, Head of School 

1666 Litchfield Turnpike, (203) 397-8178 

A dedicated Montessori school since 1979. 

18 months-6 yrs. incl. K. Multi-age classes with individualized 

learning. Enrichment classes: French, music & art 

appreciation, science — summer enrichment program. 


Lana Gad, Director 

75 Rimmon Road, (203) 389-2111 


For over 60 years, providing high-quality education for 

children 2 years-5 years. Offering a supportive and nurturing 

environment for the whole family. Summer program 

also available. ♥ 


Children’s 

Bookshelf 

by Lisa Story 

Spring is just around the corner, and 

while we wait for the sun to warm up 

the Earth, why not try a book to warm 

your heart? It is the rare child 

who is naturally 

empathetic and 

caring towards 

others from an early 

age. Most children 

(and the occasional 

adult!) need some 

help learning how to 

consider other 

people’s feelings. 

These books illustrate 

how to share and care for those 

around you and are also lots of fun to 

read, too! 

Jules is a kitten on a mission: he’s so 

filled with love, he wants to give the 

world a hug, and in Hug Time by 

Patrick McDonnell, that’s exactly what 

he does — sharing his love with 

everyone on his Hug To-Do List. It’s a 

lovely little story about how a simple 

gesture can mean so much. 

In Thomas Taylor’s Little Mouse and 

the Big Cupcake, Little Mouse is on his 

way home when he finds an enormous 

cupcake. The problem? It’s too big for 

him to carry, so he asks many different 

animals to help — and one by one they 

take a bite. By the end, the cupcake is 

so small, “It’s just the 

right size to 

carry...in my 

tummy!” And by 

sharing his 

cupcake, Little 

Mouse has made a 

lot of new friends. 

Here’s another 

picture book 

featuring someone 

named Little Mouse, 

but this little guy 

isn’t quite as 

generous. Little 

Mouse has a big secret and he won’t 

share it with anyone! What’s his secret? 

Why, it’s a delicious apple, and to keep 

it safe, he buries it. No matter how 

many friends ask, selfish Little Mouse 

won’t share. Can you guess what 

happens to that buried apple? Yep, it 

grows up into a tree, filled with 

yummy apples. Mouse 

can’t hide his secret 

anymore, and when he 

decides to share, 

everyone wins in Little 

Mouse’s Big 

Secret by Eric 

Battut. 

Speaking 

of apple 

trees, we 

can’t forget Shel 

Silverstein’s classic, The 

Giving Tree (can you 

believe it’s almost 50 

years old?). This story 

about the 

unconditional love 

between a tree and a 

boy prompts a lot of 

strong feelings and is great 

for discussion with older kids. 

14 Cows for America by Carmen Agra 

Deedy is a nonfiction picture book 

about the heartfelt gift from a Masai 

village halfway around the world to 

the people of the United States 

following the September 11 

attacks. Beautifully 

illustrated, this story 

about cross-cultural 

generosity and hope is 

another excellent 

book for discussion. 

Just Grace by 

Charise Mericle 

Harper is the first 

entry in a series 

of chapter books for 

your beginning reader. Grace 

Stewart came by her unwanted 

nickname as one of four girls 

called Grace in her third 

grade class. Throughout the 

book (and those that follow), she 

chronicles her everyday adventures 

and life’s little indignities at school and 

at home, and includes lots of sketches 

and cartoon illustrations along the way. 

The final recommendation comes with 

five gold stars and an emphatic “You 

Must Read This” stamped on it. August 

Pullman was born with a facial 

deformity that has kept him at home 

his whole life. Starting public school in 

fifth grade, Auggie wants nothing more 

than to be treated as a normal kid, but 

it’s nearly impossible for his classmates 

to get past his face. The story starts 

from Auggie’s perspective and then 

shifts to his classmates, 

his family and others in 

his community, and it’s a 

heart-warming story of 

strength, love, humor and 

hope. Wonder by R.J. Palacio 

got zillions of glowing 

reviews and landed on 

everyone’s Best Books of 

2012 lists; once you read it, 

you’ll nod your head and 

agree. For ages 8 and up. 

Upcoming Classes at the 

Norwalk Public Library 

While you wait for the sun and the 

warm days ahead, why not check out 

Healthy Minds, Healthy Bodies at the 

Norwalk Public Library? You come to 

the library to exercise your mind, why 

not your body as well? We have 

parent/child Zumba classes 

Mondays at 5 p.m. 

and parent/child 

yoga classes 

Wednesdays at 

5 p.m. Classes are 

free of charge. 

Don’t forget your 

water (and a mat for 

yoga)! There’s no 

need to register, but if 

you have any 

additional questions, 

call the children’s room at 203-899- 

2780, ext. 15122. 

The Norwalk Public Library is 

located at 1 Belden Avenue. For 

more information, visit 

www.norwalklib.org. 

Lisa Story is the teen librarian at Norwalk 

Public Library. 

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Bar/Bat Mitzvahs 

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Interactive Games & 

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