Art Monster Studio

Join Smart Kids for a FREE Children’s Book Fair, hosted by <a href="https://www.brightfuturebooks.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Bright Future Books</a>&nbsp;and held at <a href="https://theartmonsterstudio.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Art Monster Studio</a>&nbsp;in Norwalk. Open to everyone, this community event welcomes young readers, families, and educators.
Children from early childhood through middle school are invited to explore hundreds of FREE books to take home, while teachers are welcome to browse and select books for their classroom libraries. Whether your child already loves reading or is just beginning to discover the joy of books, this is a wonderful opportunity to start or grow a home or classroom library at no cost.
<h2>Community Partnership</h2>
At <a href="https://www.smartkidswithld.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Smart Kids with Learning Disabilities</a>, we believe every family deserves access to trusted resources that help children with learning and attention differences thrive. We are proud to partner with <a href="https://www.brightfuturebooks.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Bright Future Books</a>&nbsp;and <a href="https://theartmonsterstudio.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Art Monster Studio</a> to help connect families with this special community event.
Our sincere thanks to <a href="https://www.brightfuturebooks.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Bright Future Books</a> for creating this wonderful initiative and helping increase children’s access to books, and to <a href="https://theartmonsterstudio.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Art Monster Studio</a>&nbsp;for generously hosting the event and providing a welcoming space where families can come together to celebrate literacy, creativity, and learning.
Together, we hope to inspire children to love reading!

Local Event: Free Children’s Book Fair

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Free Children’s Book Fair

Join Smart Kids for a FREE Children’s Book Fair, hosted by Bright Future Books and held at Art Monster Studio in Norwalk. Open...

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Downtown New Canaan 

Mark your calendar for New Canaan’s biggest weekend of the summer !
Friday the 17th kicks things off with the sidewalk sale. Local stores set up right outside their doors with once-a-year deals on some of their best inventory. Get there early and you’ll have first pick.
Saturday the 18th is the main event — three streets turned into a pedestrian mall packed with bargains, food, live music, and enough kids’ activities to wear out even the most energetic five-year-old.
Here’s what’s waiting for you downtown.
Shop the Sale
Storefronts up and down Elm, Main, and Forest put out their best deals of the year for the sidewalk sale. Bring a bag and budget more time than you think you’ll need — this isn’t a quick stop.
Meet Your Favorite Nonprofits
Local nonprofit groups will have tables set up throughout the fair. Stop by, say hello, and hear what they’re working on. It’s a good excuse to learn what’s happening in town beyond the shopping.
The YMCA Family Fun Area
Head to Main and Elm for the YMCA’s Family Fun Area, the go-to spot for kids all weekend. On deck: bungee jumping, airbrush tattoos, a family photo booth, arts and crafts, and prizes.
More Entertainment for Kids (and Adults Who Act Like Kids)
Fan favorite Gary Sirico returns with his balloon animals — a fair tradition that always draws a crowd. A face painter will be on hand for anyone who wants a new look for the day, and a psychic will be reading for anyone curious what’s next.
Eat and Drink Your Way Through Town
Food is everywhere this weekend, but here’s where to find some of the highlights:
Taco Tequila Truck — Elm and Park New Canaan Butcher — Main and East Gelatissimo, Good Day Tap Company, and LemonNates — cool refreshments to beat the July heat
Music All Day, All Over Downtown
Local musicians take over the fair from morning to night:
Celina Savage, followed by the New Canaan Town Band and School of Rock, at South and Elm INtersetion New Canaan Music playing all day on Main Street
Parking Is Free
Every legal parking space downtown is free for the weekend, including the train station and commuter lots. Park anywhere legal and walk in.
Save the Date
Sidewalk Sale: Friday, July 17, 2026 Village Fair: Saturday, July 18, 2026 Elm, Main, and Forest Streets, New Canaan

Local Event: New Canaan Village Fair & Sidewalk Sale 

New Canaan Village Fair & Sidewalk Sale 

Mark your calendar for New Canaan’s biggest weekend of the summer !
Friday the 17th kicks things off with the sidewalk sale....

CoCreate - GE Appliances Micro Mfg. Plant & Showroom

Glow Through the Decades: One Tough Cookie's 5th Annual Glow Dance Fitness Fundraiser
Celebrating 5 Years of Glow!
Join One Tough Cookie on July 17th at Stamford CoCreate for an unforgettable evening of dancing, shopping, raffles, food, fun, and community—all while supporting a great cause.
Dance through the decades with Jessica Munier from Fit to the Beat and help us raise $8,000 to provide emotional support to people touched by cancer.
✨ Come for the dancing. Stay for the Glow Market, raffles, surprises, and the opportunity to make a difference.
💃 No dance experience required—just bring your happy spirit!
Your ticket includes:
🎶 Dance Fitness Through the Decades
🛍️ Glow Market Vendors
🎟️ Raffles &amp; Prizes
🍴 Food &amp; Refreshments
💜 Tough Cookies Take the Stage
✨ Special Surprises Throughout the Night
💵 Bring a little extra spending money to shop our vendors, purchase raffle tickets, and help us reach our fundraising goal.
Since 2019, One Tough Cookie has delivered over 3,000 care packages and partnered with 7 hospitals to support the emotional side of cancer.
Grab your glow gear, bring your friends, and join us for a night of joy, connection, and purpose.
🎟️ <a href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/glow-dance-fitness-fundraiser-benefiting-one-tough-cookie" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Reserve</a> your spot today!

Local Event: Let's Glow 2026 - Glow Dance Fitness Party benefiting OneTough Cookie

Let's Glow 2026 - Glow Dance Fitness Party...

Glow Through the Decades: One Tough Cookie's 5th Annual Glow Dance Fitness Fundraiser
Celebrating 5 Years of Glow!
Join One...

Let's Glow 2026 - Glow Dance Fitness Party benefiting OneTough Cookie

The Cannon Grange

Join Schmendrick's Bookshop for a conversation between Lu Chekowsky, the brilliant author behind "Don't Buy What I'm Selling, and Natalie Ponte, a former tech person turned bookstore owner.
We'll talk about Lu's book, our complicated relationships with advertising and our bodies, art, technology, and more.
Bring your curiosity, questions, and a copy of your book to be signed, or pick up a copy at the door.
Lu Chekowsky is a writer and Emmy-award winning creative director. In her most recent job in the advertising industry, she was Lead Creative Director for Video at Facebook. Before that, she was the SVP of Brand Creative at Comedy Central, where she developed campaigns for shows like: The Daily Show with Trevor Noah, South Park, Nathan for You, and Broad City. Previously, she was VP, Creative Director at MTV, where she made ads for: Teen Wolf, The Jersey Shore, The Real World and the Video Music Awards. Before working in entertainment, Lu was a Creative Director and Copywriter at Wieden+Kennedy, where she oversaw work for brands such as: Jordan, Noxzema, Delta Airlines, and The National MS Society. She is a 2023 New York State Council on the Arts/New York Foundation for the Arts Fellow in Nonfiction Literature and her writing has been supported by: Mass MoCA, Vermont Studio Center, Craigardan, and Tin House. Her essays and poetry have been published in The Rumpus, Pigeon Pages, and Hobart, and her pieces about the cultural impacts of advertising have appeared in Ad Age and Muse by Clio. She lives in the Hudson Valley.
Natalie Ponte is the owner of Schmendrick's Bookshop. She earner her MFA at the <a href="https://as.nyu.edu/departments/cwp/low-residency-mfa.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">NYU Low-Residency Writers Workshop in Paris</a>. Before that, I spent about fifteen years in a variety of <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalieponte/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">sales, marketing, and partnerships roles</a> at companies like Meta and Google, and currently works at the audiobook platform <a href="https://www.libro.fm/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Libro.fm</a>. She lives in Connecticut with her husband, a menagerie of animals, and a couple of human boys. In her spare time she maintains a ranked database of made-for-TV holiday movies called <a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/e/2PACX-1vQXG5d_csQ8o4e0UGO4tRU5_dN8BXWN2TA3-Rm0pi_V-WBuUF07_cKSrB3q_-OtaR6OKfX5OmI-O--y/pubhtml" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">the Christmas Curve,</a> and dreams of one day writing the Great American Chanukah Film.

Local Event: An Evening With Lu Chekowsky, Author of "Don't Buy What I'm Selling" 

An Evening With Lu Chekowsky, Author of "Don't...

Join Schmendrick's Bookshop for a conversation between Lu Chekowsky, the brilliant author behind "Don't Buy What I'm Selling,...

An Evening With Lu Chekowsky, Author of "Don't Buy What I'm Selling" 

Ballroom Elegance Dance Studio

Join us for a joyful evening of social gathering and dancing to beautiful music.
6:00 PM - Doors Open &amp; Welcome Enjoy light refreshments, settled in, and meet new friends
What to Expect:
Social Dancing for all levels - no partner needed Line Dance for all our guests A mix of Ballroom and Latin music Light refreshments and a warm, welcoming crowd.
Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just love to move to the beat, this is your night to celebrate, have fun, and meet new people.
JOIN the PARTY, GET YOUR ADMISSION NOW! RSVP&nbsp;by July 17th 
Admission: $20 per person<a href="https://square.link/u/r5OJWHAw" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"> Buy Now</a>
Shoes Policy: Please, have an extra pair of any regular shoes not worn outside, indoors-only sneakers or dance shoes and change them before entering the dance floor. Sorry, no lady's spike or stiletto heels.
Address: 877 Post Road East, Westport, CT 06880
For more information call or text: <a href="tel:203-454-9400">203-454-9400</a>

Local Event: Summer Dance Night - Dancing, Gathering, Having Fun!

Summer Dance Night - Dancing, Gathering, Having...

Join us for a joyful evening of social gathering and dancing to beautiful music.
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Summer Dance Night - Dancing, Gathering, Having Fun!

20 Locust Hill Rd, Darien, CT, 06820

The Marchesi Team is proud to announce the official debut of 20 Locust Hill Road, a sophisticated new construction residence that redefines modern luxury in the heart of Darien. To celebrate the completion of this 2026-designed masterpiece, two exclusive events have been scheduled to welcome the community and real estate professionals to experience the property firsthand.
The BIG Reveal: Thursday, July 16th, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM. The festivities begin with a combined broker and public open house. This event offers an intimate first look at the home’s exceptional craftsmanship and high-end finishes. Guests are invited to tour the light-filled interiors while enjoying an array of delicious nibbles and refreshments. To add a celebratory touch to the afternoon, the first 24 parties to arrive will receive a complimentary bottle of Whispering Angel Rosé.
Public Open House &amp; Summer Treat: Sunday, July 19th, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. The celebration continues through the weekend with a public open house designed to embrace the best of the season. In addition to exploring the stunning new residence, visitors can enjoy a quintessential summer treat. The iconic Mr. Softee truck will be on-site, serving up refreshments for all guests as they take in the impressive grounds and architecture of this new estate.
"We are incredibly excited to showcase 20 Locust Hill Road," said Maggie Marchesi of The Marchesi Team. "This home represents a rare opportunity to own a brand-new, thoughtfully designed property in one of Darien's most convenient locations. We wanted these events to reflect the vibrant, welcoming spirit of the home itself."
20 Locust Hill Road’s quality construction and timeless style feature expansive living spaces and state-of-the-art amenities tailored for a sophisticated lifestyle.
For more information regarding the property or the upcoming events, please contact Maggie Marchesi at 203.249.1433 or via email at <a href="mailto:maggie.marchesi@compass.com" target="_blank">maggie.marchesi@compass.com</a>.
About The Marchesi Team at Compass: The Marchesi Team is a premier real estate group at Compass, comprised of longtime Darien residents Maggie and Bob Marchesi, Diane Farrell and Maureen De Boisbriand. They are known for their market expertise throughout Fairfield County and commitment to excellence; providing a seamless experience for buyers and sellers alike.

Local Event: THE BIG REVEAL New Construction Public Open House Festivities at 20 Locust Hill Road in Darien

THE BIG REVEAL New Construction Public Open...

The Marchesi Team is proud to announce the official debut of 20 Locust Hill Road, a sophisticated new construction residence...

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