Don’t miss the second annual Home for the Holidays - Lights Extravaganza, returning for select evenings from November 29 – December 31, 2024, from 5:30 to 8:30pm. This year’s event is bigger and better than ever! Begin your holiday stroll through our outdoor and indoor habitats, where you'll wave at the whales and take in…
Join Us for the 7th Annual Santa Paddle & Toy Drive Wear Your Favorite Santa or Holiday Outfit Prizes for Best Costumes and Decorated Vessels Experienced Paddlers Only - We CANNOT ALLOW First Time Paddlers (Perfect Time to Purchase a Gift Certificate for Lessons) Experienced Paddlers Under 18 MUST Be Accompanied by An Adult Wetsuits,…
Santa Claus is coming to Downtown Mystic! Spectators flood Mystic River Park to watch Santa arrive at 2pm on a tug boat to open his ears to the wishes of children waiting anxiously in line to see him. The Christmas tree in Mystic River Park will be lit at 6pm. Followed by the Lighted Boat…
The 21st Annual Mystic Holiday Lighted Boat Parade will take place on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Following Santa arriving by tugboat and the lighting of the Mystic River Park Christmas tree, spectators flood both sides of the Mystic River to see the decorated and decked out boats pass by. Decorated vessels will parade down the Mystic River…
The Friends of the Mystic & Noank Library will be holding the Annual Like-New Holiday Book sale at the Mystic & Noank Library from Monday Dec. 2 - through Saturday, Dec. 7, ending at 2 p.m. This sale features books that are newer and in very good condition, as well as holiday decor and new…
October 7– December 2 (No Class on October 14 and November 11) The Mystic Museum of Art (MMoA) offers specially designed homeschool classes for children ages 5 – 12. Taught by MMoA artist educators, these programs are a combination of discussion and hands-on art making in our galleries and KTJ studios. All programs focus on…
We welcome local writers for free-write sessions at 4 p.m., Mondays, in the Ames Room. The sessions are open to anyone who feels like writing. Loosely based on the notion of stream-of-consciousness writing described by Natalie Goldberg in "Writing Down the Bones," the sessions are broken into three parts of 5 minutes, 10 minutes, and…
Enjoy being guided in a 30 minute body centered meditation practice to help increase your skills in focusing, rest, self-compassion and gratitude. Self-acceptance, deep relaxation, tranquility, peace and lightness are how participants feel after a session. Pamala Lewis has been studying Eastern and Western approaches to meditation and enjoys the benefits of a dedicated daily…
October 8, October 15, October 22, November 5, November 12, November 19, November 26, December 3, December 10, December 17 Introduce your child to the wonderful world of art through our engaging Art Explorers program! Your child will experience the museum’s professional studio, special exhibitions and discover educational, creative and fun art projects. From painting…
Walk (or drive!) up the hill to the library for our second annual Holiday Open House. You will be greeted by Santa’s sleigh and eight tiny reindeer on the Library Lawn. Come inside to get warm and have a homemade cookie and a glass of cider as you enter the library. Carolers from Stonington High…
Welcome to Mystic Noank Library’s Chess Club! The club welcomes children grades 3 and up! We will be meeting on Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Children should know how the chess pieces move before their first visit. We teach chess strategy, chess sportsmanship, and organize games. Sportsman-like conduct is always a goal. Members must…
Meet the immediate local and global charity needs with a vending machine. 100% of donations go to your choice of Always Home, Gemma Moran/United Way Mobile Food Pantry, Hartford Healthcare—mobile health clinics, Hole In The Wall Gang Camp, Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center, iDE Global, and UNICEF USA. Specific items are $5 and up. Bring friends and…
Join us for a cozy evening at the Pelham Grayson Rose Sacred Crystal Sanctuary with special guests Philip and Judy from Savvy Tea Gourmet in Madison, CT! They’re bringing their wonderful tea blends and deep expertise to guide us in “Managing Stress with Tea.” Discover how teas can calm the mind and ease stress, as…
Join us and Meet Santa at our Annual Breakfast with Santa - Choose to make it a weekend OR just bring the kiddies to meet Santa on Sunday. Create lasting memories with your family as you enjoy a delicious breakfast, meet the jolly old man himself, and capture precious moments with Santa. Don't miss this…
Join us for an in-person storytime in the library! Come listen to your favorite stories! Best for ages 2-5.
We are excited to announce this year’s Greens Sale will be held at the Union Baptist Church, 119 High St. in Mystic, CT on Friday, December 6 from 12pm-3pm and Saturday, December 7 from 9am-1pm. The Garden Club Elves are already busy planning and making ornaments! We will be back again this year offering custom…
December 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, and 22, 2024 5:00–8:00 p.m. Take a journey through time this holiday season at Mystic Seaport Museum! What connects the festive seasons of bygone days to the present? The spirit of love that enchants us all. Love for each other, for seasonal traditions of every kind, for twinkling…
We are excited to announce this year’s Greens Sale will be held at the Union Baptist Church, 119 High St. in Mystic, CT on Friday, December 6 from 12pm-3pm and Saturday, December 7 from 9am-1pm. The Garden Club Elves are already busy planning and making ornaments! We will be back again this year offering custom…
December 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, and 22, 2024 5:00–8:00 p.m. Take a journey through time this holiday season at Mystic Seaport Museum! What connects the festive seasons of bygone days to the present? The spirit of love that enchants us all. Love for each other, for seasonal traditions of every kind, for twinkling…
The Bill Memorial Library in the City of Groton will host a Holiday Musical Story Time featuring live music on Monday, December 9, 2024 at 10:00 AM with Miss Mary-Jane and her musical friends plus special guest Freddie the Library Mascot. Children of all ages and their caregivers are invited to join us at the…
We welcome local writers for free-write sessions at 4 p.m., Mondays, in the Ames Room. The sessions are open to anyone who feels like writing. Loosely based on the notion of stream-of-consciousness writing described by Natalie Goldberg in "Writing Down the Bones," the sessions are broken into three parts of 5 minutes, 10 minutes, and…
Enjoy being guided in a 30 minute body centered meditation practice to help increase your skills in focusing, rest, self-compassion and gratitude. Self-acceptance, deep relaxation, tranquility, peace and lightness are how participants feel after a session. Pamala Lewis has been studying Eastern and Western approaches to meditation and enjoys the benefits of a dedicated daily…
October 8, October 15, October 22, November 5, November 12, November 19, November 26, December 3, December 10, December 17 Introduce your child to the wonderful world of art through our engaging Art Explorers program! Your child will experience the museum’s professional studio, special exhibitions and discover educational, creative and fun art projects. From painting…
Welcome to Mystic Noank Library’s Chess Club! The club welcomes children grades 3 and up! We will be meeting on Wednesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Children should know how the chess pieces move before their first visit. We teach chess strategy, chess sportsmanship, and organize games. Sportsman-like conduct is always a goal. Members must…
This three-part lecture series will explore captivating stories of maritime experiences brought to life via the imaginations of skilled artists and makers. The current series will focus on the Museum's three latest exhibitions in the company of three extraordinary artisans. Hear about conserving the scientific legacy of the Blashcka marine invertebrate glass models in Spineless:…
Join infectious, engaging, and award-winning songstress Marissa Mulder and her pianist Jon Weber for an evening of holiday classics and timeless jazz, pop, and Broadway selections to celebrate the magic of the season. Her songs and stories will lift your spirits and leave you feeling merry and bright! Details & Tickets
Join us for an in-person storytime in the library! Come listen to your favorite stories! Best for ages 2-5.
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the season to experience the peace and wonder of a winter walk in the woods. Wind through the forest on a self-guided tour of trails lit by the soft glow of nearly 1,000 luminaria. After your walk, gather by the warmth of a festive fire at…
December 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, and 22, 2024 5:00–8:00 p.m. Take a journey through time this holiday season at Mystic Seaport Museum! What connects the festive seasons of bygone days to the present? The spirit of love that enchants us all. Love for each other, for seasonal traditions of every kind, for twinkling…
Some of the finest east coast jazz musicians along with astonishing vocalist, Lauren Scales, come together to create a delightful bop of holiday magic! Mike leads his stellar trio, which includes Chris Grasso on piano and Luques Curtis on bass. Don’t miss this unforgettable night of terrific music! Details & Tickets
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the season to experience the peace and wonder of a winter walk in the woods. Wind through the forest on a self-guided tour of trails lit by the soft glow of nearly 1,000 luminaria. After your walk, gather by the warmth of a festive fire at…
December 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, and 22, 2024 5:00–8:00 p.m. Take a journey through time this holiday season at Mystic Seaport Museum! What connects the festive seasons of bygone days to the present? The spirit of love that enchants us all. Love for each other, for seasonal traditions of every kind, for twinkling…
O’Neill alum, Julia Murney (The Wild Party, Wicked) joins Artistic Director, John McDaniel, for a joyous romp through their careers in the theater spiked with holiday cheer for one and all! No need to defy gravity all alone in your room, come to the cabaret! Details & Tickets
These 12-pointed stars are created from a centuries-old polyhedron design adapted to make beautiful glass ornaments. Perfect for home decor and gift-giving, they are quite elegant, suspended as a single star or in a cluster. Finished stars measure approx. 5 inches in diameter. Please note: This class is for experienced glass crafters. Participants in this…
This is an interfaith and community event to celebrate the holiday season. Our mission is to celebrate our faith in the goodness of God by: 1. Learning of and embracing all faiths and individuals in our community 2. Celebrating together through joyful holiday music 3. Sharing religious, and service oriented symbols Doors open to the…
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the season to experience the peace and wonder of a winter walk in the woods. Wind through the forest on a self-guided tour of trails lit by the soft glow of nearly 1,000 luminaria. After your walk, gather by the warmth of a festive fire at…
You’ve enjoyed Jelani in The Lion King and Back To The Future on Broadway, but tonight, he’s at the O’Neill! Get ready to deck the halls with an intimate evening of holiday classics and Broadway favorites featuring Jelani Remy with music director Tom Vendafreddo at the piano. Details & Tickets
We welcome local writers for free-write sessions at 4 p.m., Mondays, in the Ames Room. The sessions are open to anyone who feels like writing. Loosely based on the notion of stream-of-consciousness writing described by Natalie Goldberg in "Writing Down the Bones," the sessions are broken into three parts of 5 minutes, 10 minutes, and…
Join us for an evening performance in the Spicer Reading Room! The Mystic River Chorale will perform a Holiday event on December 16th at 7 PM! Free to all.
Enjoy being guided in a 30 minute body centered meditation practice to help increase your skills in focusing, rest, self-compassion and gratitude. Self-acceptance, deep relaxation, tranquility, peace and lightness are how participants feel after a session. Pamala Lewis has been studying Eastern and Western approaches to meditation and enjoys the benefits of a dedicated daily…
