Celebrate all things mushroom at the Wild Mushroom Festival on Saturday, October 18, returning to Deans Mill Farm for the second year! Learn about mushroom hunting and identification through woodland…
Calling all adventurous eaters! Discover the world of edible insects! Adults and families will explore the ecological and health benefits of incorporating insects into our diets, including their role in…
Treat your kids to a fun-filled evening at the Nature Center while you treat yourself to a night off! They’ll explore the outdoors with exciting games, hands-on nature activities, live…
Enjoy time with your family this year at our Grand Thanksgiving Buffet, Hilton Mystic, Thursday, November 27, 2025. Our Culinary Team led by Chef Jesse Jeznach has curated a classic…
Your favorite brunch spot just got a holiday glow-up! This season, Pop Over in Mystic debuts its NEW Outdoor Bar, transformed into a Bavarian-inspired winter wonderland filled with twinkling lights,…
Treat your kids to a fun-filled evening at the Nature Center while you treat yourself to a night off! They’ll explore the outdoors with exciting games, hands-on nature activities, live…
Everyone deserves a night out! Have an evening out while your kids, ages 6 to 12, spend the evening at DPNC's Coogan Farm. We will enjoy cooking our own dinner,…
Bring the family (children 8 and up) to the Giving Garden for our first seed-starting day of the year! What better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than by giving back…
The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton invites children in grades 3 through 5 to an afterschool cooking class on Thursday, March 19 at 4:00 PM. Instructor Erica…
Treat your kids to a fun-filled evening at the Nature Center while you treat yourself to a night off! They’ll explore the outdoors with exciting games, hands-on nature activities, live…
Join us for a delicious Easter Brunch at Hilton Mystic in Mystic, Connecticut on April 5, 2026! Advanced Reservations Required. Easter Brunch on Sunday, April 5, 2026, begins at 11:00…
Calvary Church Chicken BBQ — Everyone Welcome! Join us for one of Calvary’s favorite summer traditions. Come enjoy chicken with all the fixings, good company, and a relaxed summer evening…
The Cheese Corner and Chef Anthony Caporale are teaming up to present a night of American Cheeses and Spirits. This celebration will pair 5 American made cheeses with 5 sample…
Come to DPNC to learn how to make a trail to table meal! In this exciting half-day mushroom foraging class, you’ll learn the ins and outs of making a meal…
Round out your week with a family hike and picnic dinner at the Nature Center. Pack your dinner and we will explore the trails and enjoy a picnic in the…
Welcome back autumn with this showcase of whiskey cocktails that are perfect for cooler evening enjoyment! Join Anthony Caporale, Director of Spirits Education at New York’s award-winning Institute of Culinary…
Green Tie is the Nature Center's main fundraiser for the year, supporting all its operations and environmental education programs. This includes an auction, heavy hors d'oeuvres provided by Dog Watch…
Celebrate all things mushroom at the Wild Mushroom Festival on Sunday, October 4! Learn about mushroom hunting and identification through woodland walks and talks with naturalists, foragers, and mushroom experts.…
Celebrate Apple Festival at Olde Mistick Village with this very special mixology class! We’ll mix through a menu of apple-based drinks using craft ciders from Stonington’s very own Clyde’s Cider…
Join us on Halloween for a ghoulishly good selection of concoctions featuring all your favorite holiday flavors! Mixology Chef Anthony Caporale, author of the acclaimed “Imbible” series of Off-Broadway musicals…
Save the date for our annual Thanksgiving Buffet at Hilton Mystic. Seatings at 12:30 p.m., 1 p.m. 1:30 p.m., 2 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Cost: $80 for adults, $35 for…
