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Rockwell Dance Center, 18 Lindeman Drive, Trumbull, CT 06611

2026 AUDITIONS for Rockwell Dance Center's A Winter Ballet - Nutcracker Mark your calendars: Sunday, September 27 More info to come Keep your eye out for our Audition Flyer!!!<figure><img src="https://cdn20.patchcdn.com/users/25906283/20260727/071132/img-0545___27191131255.jpg" id="IMG_0545.JPG" data-image="IMG_0545.JPG"></figure>

Local Event: AUDITIONS for 2026 A Winter Ballet - Nutcracker - Mark Your Calendars

AUDITIONS for 2026 A Winter Ballet - Nutcracker...

2026 AUDITIONS for Rockwell Dance Center's  A Winter Ballet - Nutcracker Mark your calendars:  Sunday, September 27  More info...

AUDITIONS for 2026 A Winter Ballet - Nutcracker - Mark Your Calendars

Rockwell Dance Center, 18 Lindeman Drive, Trumbull, CT  06611

Don't miss being a part of this year's Holiday Magic!&nbsp; Auditions for Rockwell Dance Center's 2026 A Winter Ballet - Nutcracker are on Sunday, September 27th.&nbsp; Open to ALL Dancers ages 6-21 - you don't have to be an RDC student.&nbsp; ALL are WELCOME. $10 Audition Fee.&nbsp; Call 203-502-8315 for more information.&nbsp; <figure><img src="https://cdn20.patchcdn.com/users/25906283/20260916/034858/26-rdc-awb-audition-poster-1___16154857115.jpg" id="26_RDC_AWB_AUDITION_POSTER (1).jpg" data-image="26_RDC_AWB_AUDITION_POSTER (1).jpg"></figure>

Local Event: AUDITIONS for NUTCRACKER - OPEN TO ALL - Ages 6-21 

AUDITIONS for NUTCRACKER - OPEN TO ALL - Ages...

Don't miss being a part of this year's Holiday Magic!  Auditions for Rockwell Dance Center's 2026 A Winter Ballet - Nutcracker...

AUDITIONS for NUTCRACKER - OPEN TO ALL - Ages 6-21 

Milford Public Library

Ever get frustrated about the confusing information about Medicare seen in ads, on the internet, or in the “mounds” of mailers we all get as senior citizens? Let us help you make it simple and clear.
On September 28, 2026, from 10:00-11:00 am, the Milford Library will be holding an Educational Medicare Seminar entitled “5 Key Elements to Consider”.&nbsp; &nbsp;As presented by Susan Stokes, a licensed and certified Medicare Broker who resides in Milford, the complex world of Medicare will be reduced to 5 key elements to consider for obtaining healthcare coverage that most suitably meets your needs.
Whether new to Medicare or simply worried about your future coverage, this is the seminar for you.&nbsp; Please join us.
Questions? Contact Ms. Stokes at 203-710-7686 or <a href="https://about:blank" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">skstokes26@gmail.com</a>
 We Educate, We Listen, We Care.&nbsp; We are the agency with a Heart.
Disclaimer: We do not offer every plan in your area. Currently we represent 8 organizations which have 56 Medicare products in your area. You may contact Medicare.gov or 1-800-Medicare, or your local State Health Insurance Program for help with plan choices.

Local Event: Medicare Educational Seminar: 5 Key Elements to Consider 

Medicare Educational Seminar: 5 Key Elements to...

Ever get frustrated about the confusing information about Medicare seen in ads, on the internet, or in the “mounds” of mailers...

Medicare Educational Seminar: 5 Key Elements to Consider 

Reservations are required. To reserve your spot please click on the QR CODE Or go to <a href="https://www.adcollegefunding.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.adcollegefunding.com</a>
Please join us for a free educational, college planning and financial aid workshop for parents of high school freshmen, sophomore, juniors and middle school students.
What to Expect at Our College Planning Workshop
Our free workshops are designed to give families the clarity and confidence they need to navigate the complex world of college admissions and financial aid.
During this powerful session, you’ll learn how to:
<ul><li>Unlock the hidden rules of the financial aid system — and how they really impact your eligibility</li><li>Discover how even high-income families can qualify for aid</li><li>Maximize your student’s financial aid package to get the best possible award</li><li>Make smart, affordable college choices without sacrificing quality or opportunities</li><li>Identify and secure valuable scholarship opportunities before they’re gone</li><li>Understand the complete college admission and financial aid timelines — and when to take action</li><li>Evaluate true college affordability using proven strategies and tools</li><li>Create a personalized plan to pay for college in the most tax-efficient, cost-effective way</li><li>Significantly reduce your out-of-pocket expenses</li><li>Protect your retirement and other financial goals while supporting your student’s future</li></ul>
Join us to take the stress and guesswork out of college planning — and make informed decisions that benefit your entire family.

Local Event: Free College Admissions & Financial Aid Workshop

Free College Admissions & Financial Aid Workshop

Reservations are required. To reserve your spot please click on the QR CODE Or go to www.adcollegefunding.com
Please join us...

Milford Med Spa

Sex changes after 35. Silence shouldn't be part of it.<a href="https://milfordmedspa.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Milford Med Spa</a> invites the community to <a href="https://milfordmedspa.com/sex-over-35-event-in-milford-ct-ct-sex-week/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Sex Over 35</a>, a free, adults-only educational event exploring how hormones, health, relationships, desire and intimacy can change throughout adulthood.
Join us Tuesday, September 29 from 6–8 PM at Milford Med Spa, 99 Cherry Street in Milford&nbsp;for an open, informative and judgment-free conversation about a part of health that isn't always easy to discuss.

The evening will explore:
<ul><li>How hormones influence sexual health, desire, energy and well-being</li><li>Perimenopause, menopause and the changes that can come with them</li><li>Men's hormone health and changes that can occur with age</li><li>Why desire can change and why it doesn't look the same for everyone</li><li>The connection between physical health, medications, stress and sexual wellness</li><li>Intimacy and communication as individuals and relationships evolve</li><li>When changes may warrant a conversation with a healthcare provider</li><li>How pleasure, confidence and connection can continue to evolve throughout adulthood</li></ul>
The conversation will be led by <a href="https://milfordmedspa.com/who-is-the-alchemista-dr-courtney-holmes-at-milford-med-spa/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Dr. Courtney Holmes, APRN, DNP</a>, founder and medical director of Milford Med Spa and menopause and hormone care specialists; <a href="https://milfordmedspa.com/glow-getters/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Ashley Fox, LPN, Certified Sex Therapy Practitioner</a>; and <a href="https://milfordmedspa.com/glow-getters/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Kelly Cahill, LPN, Certified Menopause Coach</a>.
Current hormone-care patients will also share their experiences, and Courtney's husband will contribute a partner's perspective to the conversation.&nbsp;Attendees will have an opportunity to participate in an anonymous Q&amp;A.Whether you've noticed changes yourself, want to better understand a partner, or are simply curious about what healthy sexuality and intimacy can look like in midlife and beyond, this evening is designed to offer education, perspective and a comfortable place for conversation.


All sexualities, gender identities and relationship structures are welcome. Come alone, with a partner or with friends. Ages 18+.
<h3>Event Details</h3>
<a href="https://milfordmedspa.com/sex-over-35-event-in-milford-ct-ct-sex-week/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Sex Over 35: Hormones. Desire. Pleasure. Connection.</a> Tuesday, September 29, 2026 6–8 PM Milford Med Spa &amp; Wellness 99 Cherry Street Milford, CT 06460
Admission: FREE
Attendees who are new to Milford Med Spa's hormone-care program will also be eligible for an exclusive $100 Hormone Health Credit toward getting started with eligible private-pay hormone care. Medical evaluation and eligibility requirements apply. Insurance based hormone care is available for women.
Limited adult-wellness door prizes will also be available while supplies last.
Learn more: <a href="https://milfordmedspa.com/sex-over-35-event-in-milford-ct-ct-sex-week/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://milfordmedspa.com/sex-over-35-event-in-milford-ct-ct-sex-week/</a>
Call or text to RSVP: 203-701-6161
Come with questions. Come curious. Come ready for a conversation we should be having more often.

Local Event: Sex Over 35: Hormones, Desire, Pleasure & Connection

Sex Over 35: Hormones, Desire, Pleasure &...

Sex changes after 35. Silence shouldn't be part of it.Milford Med Spa invites the community to Sex Over 35, a free, adults-only...

Sex Over 35: Hormones, Desire, Pleasure & Connection

Longtime residents of the Lower Naugatuck Valley may remember Rena's Ultra Boutique, the Bank Street business opened by Rena Lewis in Seymour in 1971.
Known for lingerie, intimate apparel, wigs and adult novelties, Rena's was also something less visible: a place where people could shop privately, ask questions and feel accepted during a time when conversations about sexuality were far less open than they are today.
More than 50 years later, Rena's granddaughter, <a href="https://milfordmedspa.com/glow-getters/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Ashley Fox, LPN</a>, is carrying an unexpected part of her grandmother's legacy forward.
Ashley is now a Certified Sex Therapy Practitioner at Milford Med Spa &amp; Wellness and will be part of <a href="https://milfordmedspa.com/sex-over-35-event-in-milford-ct-ct-sex-week/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Sex Over 35: Hormones, Desire, Pleasure &amp; Connection</a>, a free community educational event on Tuesday, September 29 from 6–8 PM in Milford.
Growing up, Ashley saw firsthand how her grandmother Rena made people feel comfortable discussing subjects that were often considered taboo. Rena welcomed customers from many different backgrounds and created an environment centered on privacy, respect and acceptance.
Today, Ashley brings those same values to conversations about sexual wellness, relationships, intimacy and the changes that can happen throughout adulthood.
<h2><a href="https://milfordmedspa.com/sex-over-35-event-in-milford-ct-ct-sex-week/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Sex Over 35</a></h2>
Sex Over 35 will bring healthcare professionals, patients and community members together for an open, judgment-free conversation about how hormones, health, relationships and intimacy can change as we age.
Topics will include:
<ul><li>How hormones can influence sexual health, desire, energy and well-being</li><li>Perimenopause, menopause and the changes that can come with them</li><li>Men's hormone health and changes that can occur with age</li><li>Why desire can change and why it doesn't look the same for everyone</li><li>The connection between physical health, medications, stress and sexual wellness</li><li>Intimacy and communication as individuals and relationships evolve</li><li>When changes may warrant a conversation with a healthcare provider</li><li>How pleasure, confidence and connection can continue to evolve throughout adulthood</li></ul>
Ashley will be joined by <a href="https://milfordmedspa.com/who-is-the-alchemista-dr-courtney-holmes-at-milford-med-spa/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Dr. Courtney Holmes, APRN, DNP</a>, founder and medical director of Milford Med Spa &amp; Wellness and a menopause and hormone care specialist, and <a href="https://milfordmedspa.com/glow-getters/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Kelly Cahill, LPN, Certified Menopause Coach.</a>Current hormone-care patients will also share their experiences, and Courtney's husband will contribute a partner's perspective to the conversation.&nbsp;Attendees will have an opportunity to participate in an anonymous Q&amp;A.
Whether you've noticed changes yourself, want to better understand a partner, or are simply curious about what healthy sexuality and intimacy can look like in midlife and beyond, this evening is designed to offer education, perspective and a comfortable place for conversation.
All sexualities, gender identities and relationship structures are welcome. Come alone, with a partner or with friends. Ages 18+.

<h2>Event Details</h2>
Sex Over 35: Hormones, Desire, Pleasure &amp; Connection Tuesday, September 29, 2026 | 6–8 PM Milford Med Spa &amp; Wellness 99 Cherry Street, Milford, CT FREE | Ages 18+Attendees who are new to Milford Med Spa's hormone-care program will also be eligible for an exclusive $100 Hormone Health Credit toward getting started with eligible private-pay hormone care. Medical evaluation and eligibility requirements apply. Insurance based hormone care is available for women.
Limited adult-wellness door prizes will also be available while supplies last.
Learn more: <a href="https://milfordmedspa.com/sex-over-35-event-in-milford-ct-ct-sex-week/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://milfordmedspa.com/sex-over-35-event-in-milford-ct-ct-sex-week/</a>
Call or text to RSVP: 203-701-6161
Come with questions. Come curious. Come ready for a conversation we should be having more often.

<h3><a href="https://milfordmedspa.com/a-legacy-of-sexual-wellness-why-you-can-talk-to-me-about-sex/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Read Ashley's Story</a></h3>
Ashley shares more about growing up as Rena Lewis's granddaughter, the history of Rena's Ultra Boutique and how that experience ultimately influenced her work in sexual wellness today:
<a href="https://milfordmedspa.com/a-legacy-of-sexual-wellness-why-you-can-talk-to-me-about-sex/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">“A Legacy of Sexual Wellness: Why You Can Talk to Me About Sex”</a>

Local Event: From Rena's Ultra Boutique to Sex Over 35: A Valley Legacy Continues

From Rena's Ultra Boutique to Sex Over 35: A...

Longtime residents of the Lower Naugatuck Valley may remember Rena's Ultra Boutique, the Bank Street business opened by Rena...

From Rena's Ultra Boutique to Sex Over 35: A Valley Legacy Continues

1 Notre Dame Way, West Haven, CT, 06516

Think, create, design, and innovate through a hands-on STEM experience at Notre Dame's Center for Innovation. Students will engage with cutting-edge technology including 3D printing, aviation flight simulation, and robotics through interactive faculty-led activities focused on engineering and mathematics.Open to students currently in 8th grade.Visit us to <a href="https://www.notredamehs.com/admissions/visit-nd/notre-dame-fall-discovery-days/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">register</a> and to see additional upcoming Discovery dates and sessions.&nbsp;

Local Event: Notre Dame Discovery Days Student Visit Program - Engineering & STEM: A Day for Future Innovators

Notre Dame Discovery Days Student Visit Program...

Think, create, design, and innovate through a hands-on STEM experience at Notre Dame's Center for Innovation. Students will...

Notre Dame Discovery Days Student Visit Program - Engineering & STEM: A Day for Future Innovators

Walnut Beach

Join us for a scenic 5K walk/run and a 1 mile walk (on the boardwalk) to support water projects in rural East Africa. It's a beautiful time of year to get out and enjoy the crisp air. And you'll be helping an amazing cause!This family-friendly event features awards, a DJ, snacks, raffle of local restaurants gift certificates and a free kids fun run, providing a great way to save lives through community support.

Local Event: Running For Water For Africa 5K

Running For Water For Africa 5K

Join us for a scenic 5K walk/run and a 1 mile walk (on the boardwalk) to support water projects in rural East Africa.  It's a...

Seaside Park

Strides for Strength walk &amp; 5K to benefit the patients and programs of Norma Pfriem Breast Center part of Smilow Cancer Hospital and Yale New Haven Health with locations in Bridgeport, Fairfield and Trumbull. Walk is FREE, run is professionally timed and has a fee. Walk or run in solidarity honoring those impacted by breast cancer and remembering loved ones, and demonstrating the strength of our community.

Local Event: Strides for Strength

Strides for Strength

Strides for Strength walk & 5K to benefit the patients and programs of Norma Pfriem Breast Center part of Smilow Cancer...

The 35th
Annual Folks on Spokes &amp; Step Forward Ride + Walk event is planned for Sunday, October 4, 2026, from 8:00 am to 2 pm at Fowler Field in downtown Milford. 
As one of Connecticut’s longest running charitable events, cyclists and walkers come together to raise funds and awareness for mental health and addiction recovery in support of Bridges Healthcare’s services. Participants of all ages can enjoy the scenic Milford coastline by riding 5, 10, 20, or 40 mile routes or walking a 5K. This family-friendly event includes activities for kids, music, lunch, event t-shirts, and a special remembrance ceremony to honor lives lost to suicide and overdose.
Early registration discounts are available through August 31, 2026. From September 1-October 1, 2026 advanced registration fees are $50 per cyclist, $35 per walker, $15 for kids under 18. Children 6 and under are free. 
Event sponsorships are available. For more information or to register, visit <a href="https://bit.ly/BridgesRideWalk2026" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/BridgesRideWalk2026</a>.

Local Event: 35th Annual Folks on Spokes & Step Forward Ride + Walk for Mental Health

35th Annual Folks on Spokes & Step Forward Ride...

The 35th
Annual Folks on Spokes & Step Forward Ride + Walk event is planned for Sunday, October 4, 2026, from 8:00 am to 2 pm...

35th Annual Folks on Spokes & Step Forward Ride + Walk for Mental Health

Live Oaks School

Live Oaks students are invited to participate in this engaging after-school program featuring fun math games and investigations for 5 weeks! This award-winning program costs $90 per child, with a 10% sibling discount available.

Local Event: Fluency Fun With Friends After School Program

Fluency Fun With Friends After School Program

Live Oaks students are invited to participate in this engaging after-school program featuring fun math games and investigations...

Online Webinar

Join for a free webinar to Strengthen Essays and Activities Before Early Deadlines with:
Megan B. — brings firsthand admissions review experience, including reviewing applications for Cornell University and UC Irvine.
Susan M. — specializes in helping students craft compelling personal statements and supplemental essays.
📅 October 8, 2026 ⏰ 7:00 PM ET 💻 Online via Zoom 🎟️ Free to attend
Register at <a href="https://www.advicekrew.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">advicekrew.com</a>

Local Event: Your Final Application Review Starts Here

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Your Final Application Review Starts Here

Join  for a free webinar to Strengthen Essays and Activities Before Early Deadlines with:
Megan B. — brings firsthand...

Two Roads Brewery

Get your tickets now for our annual Share Your Light event, Friday, October 23rd, from 7:00–10:00 PM at Two Roads Brewery in Stratford, CT. We are honored to welcome Sergeant Kevin Briggs as our special guest speaker! 
Known as the “Guardian of the Golden Gate Bridge,” Sgt. Kevin Briggs is a retired California Highway Patrol officer, crisis negotiator, TEDx speaker, and author who helped save more than 200 individuals from suicide through compassion, connection, and active listening. He now shares his inspiring message of hope, resilience, and the power of human connection with audiences around the world.
Share Your Light is My Friend Abby’s largest fundraising event of the year, supporting our work in youth and young adult suicide prevention. Your generosity helps us foster peer-to-peer connections through our Peer Project Grants and Community Projects, strengthening mental and emotional health and bringing hope, support, and awareness to those who need it most. 
Join us for an evening of live music, inspiring speakers, an amazing silent auction, delicious food, and wonderful company!

Local Event: My Friend Abby's Share Your Light event

My Friend Abby's Share Your Light event

Get your tickets now for our annual Share Your Light event, Friday, October 23rd, from 7:00–10:00 PM at Two Roads Brewery in...

Bring your sensitive documents to be shredded on-site. Reasonable pricing and easy drive-thru service. STRATFORD ROTARY WILL BE THERE FOR YOUR SHREDDING NEEDS RAIN OR SHINE - 9am - 12pm (or until the truck is full) We also collect Electronics and Battery recycling! Donations requested. 
How it works: 
1. Drive up to the truck and a Rotarian will remove the shredding items from your car and deliver them directly to the shredding truck. You can stay and watch or simply drive away. Shredding occurs on location! 
2. Make your payment to the Rotarian Volunteer. All proceeds go to Stratford Student Scholarships, Grants to local non-profits, and community events ($10 small, $20 Medium, $30 Large Box)
3. Drive away happy and confident your sensitive information is securely destroyed. Shredding Certificates are available upon request. Prices: $10 small bag (grocery Plastic/paper bag) $20 Medium Container (bankers' box) $30 Large Container (Plastic tubs) $100 Fill a shred bin (65gallon rolling trash can at shredding location) All donation proceeds support Student Scholarships, Non-Profit Grants, and Community Events Supported by the Stratford Rotary Club and Foundation. Stratford Rotary Foundation is a 501C3 and Donations to this event may be tax deductible. 




Electronic recyclables. Acceptable items to recycle include: computers/laptop/printer/keyboard/mouse/monitor; TV/VCR/DVD/remote; telephone/cellphone; fax machine; console; scanners; iPods/PDAs; stereo equipment, camera; tablet/eBooks; small appliances, lightbulbs, game consoles/controllers and batteries.Sponsored by Sikorsky Credit Union, Santa Fuel, Rosenberg &amp; Hite, LLC, &amp; A to Z Realty

Local Event: Paper Shredding Event (on-site) with Stratford Rotary - Electronic Collection

Paper Shredding Event (on-site) with Stratford...

Bring your sensitive documents to be shredded on-site. Reasonable pricing and easy drive-thru service. STRATFORD ROTARY WILL BE...

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