Greater New Haven Community Events Calendar

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

BHcare Family Support Network

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

Free Film Screening

Live Show & Mutual Musical Appreciation Oasis

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

Enjoy food from local farms from mid-June through the end of October, including herbs, salad greens, flowers, fresh vegetables & fruits, prepared foods with local ingredients, organic sauces & dressings, hand crafted bread, and more!

Richard Deming, Senior Lecturer in English and Director of Creative Writing, will discuss his new book “This Exquisite Loneliness: What Loners, Outcasts, and the Misunderstood Can Teach Us About Creativity” with Karin Roffman, Associate Director of Public Humanities.

Wednesday Night Jazz: Kevin Saint James Band @ Owl Shop

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

It will be a fabulous Spring afternoon to honor business leadership and regional community impact with entertainment, networking, hors d'oeuvres, and drinks!

You are invited to attend the 230th Annual Meeting of the GNHCC. Join us on April 4, 2024 from 3-6pm at the Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale!

JAZZING FOR FELLOWSHIP PLACE - April 4, 2024 at The Elm City Club located at 155 Elm Street, New Haven, CT 06511.

Free Film Screening

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

RUINS OF A HOLY LAND: A Photography Exhibit by Joy Bush

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

Cooler nights are perfect for a campfire! Zipline, climb and then get cozy!

Classic jazz in a cozy space

Come work in a fun group drawing session. Bring along the medium of your choice: paint, sketch, ipad sketching, etc

America the Beautiful

Live music at Firehouse 12

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

Officers from the Watertown, Waterbury, Naugatuck, and Southern Connecticut State University Police Department will perform practice routine traffic stops with drivers and passengers with autism so all participants will learn how to effectively utilize the Blue Envelope while stopped by a police officer. The Blue Envelope is a Connecticut DMV program that provides a blue colored envelope with written instructions to assist motorists with autism spectrum disorder navigate a traffic stop. The envelop also alerts police officers that the individual has autism so that enhanced communication can be reached between the two. https://portal.ct.gov/DMV/Licenses/Licenses/Autism-awareness As with all individuals, a traffic stop can be upsetting but for an individual with autism it can have an even greater impact. This program is designed to alleviate some of the stress this situation may lead to by giving individuals an opportunity to interact with an officer in a much less traumatic way.

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

What: The 25th Annual Connecticut Renaissance Faire Where: Lebanon Fairgrounds, 122 Mack Road, Lebanon, CT 06237 When: September 2 through October 15, 2023, plus Labor Day & Indigenous People's Monday, 10:30 am to 6 pm daily. Cost: General Admission is $15 (ages 16+); Youth Admission is $10 (ages 7-15); Child Admission is FREE (ages 0-6). Link to Landing Page: https://www.ctfaire.com Contact 860-478-5954 during business hours to speak with the Faire

RUINS OF A HOLY LAND: A Photography Exhibit by Joy Bush

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

The classic Disney movie musical starring Julie Andrews and Dick Van Dyke!

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

What: The 25th Annual Connecticut Renaissance Faire Where: Lebanon Fairgrounds, 122 Mack Road, Lebanon, CT 06237 When: September 2 through October 15, 2023, plus Labor Day & Indigenous People's Monday, 10:30 am to 6 pm daily. Cost: General Admission is $15 (ages 16+); Youth Admission is $10 (ages 7-15); Child Admission is FREE (ages 0-6). Link to Landing Page: https://www.ctfaire.com Contact 860-478-5954 during business hours to speak with the Faire

RUINS OF A HOLY LAND: A Photography Exhibit by Joy Bush

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

Tony Award-Nominee Adam Pascal takes the Legacy Theatre stage with music director Shane Parus on Sunday, April 7!

With Mother’s Day fast approaching, Spavia Day Spa Guilford Commons is thrilled to announce an open house event dedicated to thanking moms everyday, every way and supporting Women & Family Life Center. Commencing on April 7th, World Health Day, this grand kickoff sets the stage for a month-long celebration dedicated to the remarkable journey of motherhood, accentuating the paramount importance of women's wellness in our lives and communities.

The Suzuki Music School of Orange will host a free Children's Pillow Concert on Sunday, April 7th at 3pm.

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

Experience the celestial spectacle of a lifetime.

RUINS OF A HOLY LAND: A Photography Exhibit by Joy Bush

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

Free Film Screening with guest Martín Rejtman

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

RUINS OF A HOLY LAND: A Photography Exhibit by Joy Bush

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

Yale University presents the award-winning documentary FOUR WINTERS: A Story of Jewish Partisan Resistance & Bravery in WWII, with Q&A by Director Julia R Mintz

Magical Transformations: Japanese Fibers in Contemporary Art by Jennifer Davis

Live Show & Mutual Musical Appreciation Oasis

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

RUINS OF A HOLY LAND: A Photography Exhibit by Joy Bush

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

Enjoy food from local farms from mid-June through the end of October, including herbs, salad greens, flowers, fresh vegetables & fruits, prepared foods with local ingredients, organic sauces & dressings, hand crafted bread, and more!

An Hour of Creative Nonfiction

Wednesday Night Jazz: Kevin Saint James Band @ Owl Shop

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

Smoke On The Water: Whiskey & Cigar Pairing Event at Dockside Brewery

RUINS OF A HOLY LAND: A Photography Exhibit by Joy Bush

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

A multimedia theatrical exploration.

The New Haven Museum will offer a demonstration and exploration of art and history with artist Ricardo Gutiérrez, “From Canvas to Legacy: The Artistry of William Lanson's Portrait,” on April 11, 2024, at 6 p.m., preceded by a reception at 5:30 p.m. newhavenmuseum.org / 203-562-4183.

An original piece of devised theatre featuring the Wheel Life Theatre Troupe

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

RUINS OF A HOLY LAND: A Photography Exhibit by Joy Bush

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

Titanic was the second of three ships. Hear the stories of these ships and what happened to them.

Cooler nights are perfect for a campfire! Zipline, climb and then get cozy!

Classic jazz in a cozy space

Free 35mm Film Screening

An original piece of devised theatre featuring the Wheel Life Theatre Troupe

Yale wind symphony's spring concert. Thomas C. Duffy, music director.

Live music at Firehouse 12.

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

21st century understandings of how our body and brain work together for mental and physical health and performance.

On April 13, 2024, at Southern Connecticut State University, New Haven, CT, join the Black Maternal Health Summit, where industry experts, esteemed healthcare professionals, community leaders, black maternal health advocates, and educators will convene to deliberate on and tackle the obstacles encountered by Black and Brown mothers.

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

Dockside Mini Golf Open at dockside Brewery

Free full breakfast that varies monthly, everyone welcome!

What: The 25th Annual Connecticut Renaissance Faire Where: Lebanon Fairgrounds, 122 Mack Road, Lebanon, CT 06237 When: September 2 through October 15, 2023, plus Labor Day & Indigenous People's Monday, 10:30 am to 6 pm daily. Cost: General Admission is $15 (ages 16+); Youth Admission is $10 (ages 7-15); Child Admission is FREE (ages 0-6). Link to Landing Page: https://www.ctfaire.com Contact 860-478-5954 during business hours to speak with the Faire

RUINS OF A HOLY LAND: A Photography Exhibit by Joy Bush

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

An original piece of devised theatre featuring the Wheel Life Theatre Troupe

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

What: The 25th Annual Connecticut Renaissance Faire Where: Lebanon Fairgrounds, 122 Mack Road, Lebanon, CT 06237 When: September 2 through October 15, 2023, plus Labor Day & Indigenous People's Monday, 10:30 am to 6 pm daily. Cost: General Admission is $15 (ages 16+); Youth Admission is $10 (ages 7-15); Child Admission is FREE (ages 0-6). Link to Landing Page: https://www.ctfaire.com Contact 860-478-5954 during business hours to speak with the Faire

RUINS OF A HOLY LAND: A Photography Exhibit by Joy Bush

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

The Arts Cafe at Congregation Beth Shalom Rodfe Zedek in Chester presents poet Jeanne LeVasseur with music by singer/song writer David Coller

Make, view and eat Edible Books!

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

RUINS OF A HOLY LAND: A Photography Exhibit by Joy Bush

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

Eager to explore today's challenges – in a SAFE place – where you can listen and speak honestly without being judged? Join us!

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

RUINS OF A HOLY LAND: A Photography Exhibit by Joy Bush

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

WNHH FM's new livestreamed concert / Q&A series is featuring Split Coils at Mediterranea!

Live Show & Mutual Musical Appreciation Oasis

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

RUINS OF A HOLY LAND: A Photography Exhibit by Joy Bush

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

Enjoy food from local farms from mid-June through the end of October, including herbs, salad greens, flowers, fresh vegetables & fruits, prepared foods with local ingredients, organic sauces & dressings, hand crafted bread, and more!

Professionals in different fields related to sustainability share their stories.

Launch of New Haven Building Newsprint, free newspaper about city's architecture

Wednesday Night Jazz: Kevin Saint James Band @ Owl Shop

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

RUINS OF A HOLY LAND: A Photography Exhibit by Joy Bush

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

Free 35mm Film Screening

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

RUINS OF A HOLY LAND: A Photography Exhibit by Joy Bush

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

Cooler nights are perfect for a campfire! Zipline, climb and then get cozy!

Classic jazz in a cozy space

Virtuoso harpist in NH this Friday

Solidarity Film Series: TRUMBO

Live music at Firehouse 12.

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

What: The 25th Annual Connecticut Renaissance Faire Where: Lebanon Fairgrounds, 122 Mack Road, Lebanon, CT 06237 When: September 2 through October 15, 2023, plus Labor Day & Indigenous People's Monday, 10:30 am to 6 pm daily. Cost: General Admission is $15 (ages 16+); Youth Admission is $10 (ages 7-15); Child Admission is FREE (ages 0-6). Link to Landing Page: https://www.ctfaire.com Contact 860-478-5954 during business hours to speak with the Faire

Paint & Grow event to kick off National Crime Victims' Rights Week

RUINS OF A HOLY LAND: A Photography Exhibit by Joy Bush

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

Omola Studio is thrilled to announce the second iteration of APRiL (Artists Prospering Really is Limitless): a pop-up group exhibition titled Observe, featuring the works of Kulimushi Barongozi, Amartya De, Kaelynne Hernandez, Miguel Mendoza, and Rex Morris.

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

Fun family collector event! Shop, collect, CONNECT!

What: The 25th Annual Connecticut Renaissance Faire Where: Lebanon Fairgrounds, 122 Mack Road, Lebanon, CT 06237 When: September 2 through October 15, 2023, plus Labor Day & Indigenous People's Monday, 10:30 am to 6 pm daily. Cost: General Admission is $15 (ages 16+); Youth Admission is $10 (ages 7-15); Child Admission is FREE (ages 0-6). Link to Landing Page: https://www.ctfaire.com Contact 860-478-5954 during business hours to speak with the Faire

RUINS OF A HOLY LAND: A Photography Exhibit by Joy Bush

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

Featuring The Peacemakers by Karl Jenkins

OBSERVE an art pop-up group exhibition, featuring the works of Kulimushi Barongozi, Amartya De, Kaelynne Hernandez, Miguel Mendoza, and Rex Morris.

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

Julia's Run is a charitable event celebrating the life of Julia Rusinek, a woman who passionately worked with children. Proceeds from the run support LEAP, a program dedicated to developing leadership, literacy, and athleticism in children from high-poverty neighborhoods in New Haven, CT. The run will take place in scenic Edgewood Park. There's even a kids' run! Registration is exclusively online.

Fun family collector event! Shop, collect, CONNECT!

RUINS OF A HOLY LAND: A Photography Exhibit by Joy Bush

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

Fun family collector event! Shop, collect, CONNECT!

RUINS OF A HOLY LAND: A Photography Exhibit by Joy Bush

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

Live Show & Mutual Musical Appreciation Oasis

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

Fun family collector event! Shop, collect, CONNECT!

RUINS OF A HOLY LAND: A Photography Exhibit by Joy Bush

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

Enjoy food from local farms from mid-June through the end of October, including herbs, salad greens, flowers, fresh vegetables & fruits, prepared foods with local ingredients, organic sauces & dressings, hand crafted bread, and more!

Wednesday Night Jazz: Kevin Saint James Band @ Owl Shop

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

Dining Out For Life CT!

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

Fun family collector event! Shop, collect, CONNECT!

RUINS OF A HOLY LAND: A Photography Exhibit by Joy Bush

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

Re-discover the Peabody’s amazing dioramas!

In an evening of conversation and learning, celebrated Olympians and swimmers from diverse backgrounds will dive into a dialogue on equity in swimming and swim education. Enjoy refreshments from Olmo, Caseus Provisions, and Katalina's Bakery along with beer and wine!

Sample a variety of premium tequilas and learn about their unique distillation processes.

Come meet your match at this exclusive social event for singles with a little help from your local matchmaker.

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

Art In The Hallway Presents Sheldon Krevit: Micro/Macro, Paintings and Drawings at 3000 George St., New Haven

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

Fun family collector event! Shop, collect, CONNECT!

RUINS OF A HOLY LAND: A Photography Exhibit by Joy Bush

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

Cooler nights are perfect for a campfire! Zipline, climb and then get cozy!

Classic jazz in a cozy space

Heads will roll with laughter with this new musical sit com set in the Middle Ages. Cabaret Seating/BYOB

Live music at Firehouse 12.

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

Come out to ride or hike to support 21 local environmental projects.

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

Fun family collector event! Shop, collect, CONNECT!

What: The 25th Annual Connecticut Renaissance Faire Where: Lebanon Fairgrounds, 122 Mack Road, Lebanon, CT 06237 When: September 2 through October 15, 2023, plus Labor Day & Indigenous People's Monday, 10:30 am to 6 pm daily. Cost: General Admission is $15 (ages 16+); Youth Admission is $10 (ages 7-15); Child Admission is FREE (ages 0-6). Link to Landing Page: https://www.ctfaire.com Contact 860-478-5954 during business hours to speak with the Faire

RUINS OF A HOLY LAND: A Photography Exhibit by Joy Bush

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

Join kamrDANCE and SYREN Modern Dance!

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

Start your Sunday with an invigorating Vinyasa Flow Yoga session at Dockside Brewery! Stretch, strengthen, and find your inner zen!

Fun family collector event! Shop, collect, CONNECT!

What: The 25th Annual Connecticut Renaissance Faire Where: Lebanon Fairgrounds, 122 Mack Road, Lebanon, CT 06237 When: September 2 through October 15, 2023, plus Labor Day & Indigenous People's Monday, 10:30 am to 6 pm daily. Cost: General Admission is $15 (ages 16+); Youth Admission is $10 (ages 7-15); Child Admission is FREE (ages 0-6). Link to Landing Page: https://www.ctfaire.com Contact 860-478-5954 during business hours to speak with the Faire

RUINS OF A HOLY LAND: A Photography Exhibit by Joy Bush

join us for a sketch at edgewood park day! enjoy activities planned by Friends of Edgewood Park or find a quiet spot in the park for a more relaxing time. sunday 4/28 1–3pm edgewood park (meet at the tennis courts) hope to see you! 🦆🌳🌷✏️

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

Hamden Symphony Presents the 2024 Young Musicians Concerto Competition Winners!

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

Art In The Hallway Presents Sheldon Krevit: Micro/Macro, Paintings and Drawings at 3000 George St., New Haven

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

Fun family collector event! Shop, collect, CONNECT!

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

​Call For Artists Hamden Art League’s Exhibition

Art In The Hallway Presents Sheldon Krevit: Micro/Macro, Paintings and Drawings at 3000 George St., New Haven

Exhibit and Ekphrastic Poetry

Fun family collector event! Shop, collect, CONNECT!

Non-juried entries, any artist may enter art work

Free 16mm Film Screening

Rennie Harris Puremovement American Street Dance Theater will perform Nuttin' but a Word on Tuesday, April 30. This acclaimed work pushes the boundaries of street dance movement vocabulary and the evolving stories about our neighborhoods. It inspires audiences to view street dance culture through an appreciative lens while challenging the viewers' perspective of street and Hip-hop dance.

Live Show & Mutual Musical Appreciation Oasis