Whether you're in search of something fun to do with the kids or you have a babysitter and are planning a night out, look no further because Patch editors have picked a variety of events taking place today and tomorrow to help you make the most of your weekend. Click on the headline of each for more information.
Greenwich: Taste of Game Time
When: Saturday, Feb. 2. 1-4 p.m.
Where: Kings Food Markets, 26 Arcadia Rd, Old Greenwich, CT | Get Directions »
Cost: Free.
Description: Kings in Greenwich is hosting a “Taste of Game Time” event, welcoming Chef Rui Correia of Douro Restaurant on Saturday, February 2 from 1 p.m. to 4 sampling many of our unique products, In addition to sampling, shoppers can enter to win the “Dine Out or Stay In Mexican Style” sponsored by Rosa Mexicano and to round out the day, consumers can purchase a “Super Bag” that will be donated to Neighbor to Neighbor.
Greenwich: Safe Roads at Greenwich Point
When: Sunday, Feb. 3. 9 a.m.
Where: Greenwich Point, Tods Driftway & Shore Rd, Old Greenwich, CT | Get Directions »
Cost: Free.
Description: Walkers, bikers, etc and enjoy traffic restricted roadway past the main parking area at Greenwich Point. Sponsored by The Friends of Greenwich Point in cooperation with the town of Greenwich Parks Department.
Trumbull: The Friends of the Trumbull Library February Book Nook Sale
When: Saturdaty, Feb. 2, 2013, 9:00 am
Where: The Trumbull Library, 33 Quality St, Trumbull, CT | Get Directions »
Cost: By the book
Description: A great selection of fiction, fabulous children's books,and media. A select group of non-fiction offered at half-price. Donations welcome.
When: Saturday, February 2, 2013, 7:00 pm
Where: Norwalk City Hall, 125 East Ave, Norwalk, CT | Get Directions »
Cost: $15.00
Description: It will be hard to control your “jazz hands” once the FCCC raises the curtain on this year’s selection of Broadway show-stoppers!
Stamford: Outdoor Adventures: Nature's Most Extreme
When: Tomorrow, February 1, 2013, 6:00 pm
Where: Stamford Museum and Nature Center, 39 Scofieldtown Rd, Stamford, CT | Get Directions »
Cost: $5.00
Description: Discover the amazing adaptations that make these Animal Embassy's "Most Extreme." Pre-registration is required. Space is limited.
Bridgeport: Chowdafest
When: Sunday, Feb. 3, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Where: Webster Bank Arena (600 Main Street, Bridgeport)
Cost: $10 for adults, $5 for kids ages 6 -12, kids 5 and under are free.
Description: "Chowdafest is the premier soup & chowder competition where you are the judge! Sample over 30 different decadent chowder, soup & bisques then rate your favorites."
When: Saturday, Feb. 2, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Where: Darien Library, 1441 Post Rd, Darien, CT
Cost: Free
Description: The Bart Starr Award is voted on by NFL players and recognizes one player for outstanding character and leadership in the home, on the field and in the community. The first-ever webcast presentation will be held in the Darien Library Community Room starting at 9:30 A.M. and ending by no later than 11:00 A.M. Darien High School Football Coach Rob Trifone will add his own perspective on the importance of character for athletes.
Bethany: Family Game Day
Where: Clark Memorial Library, 538 Amity Rd, Bethany, CT
When: Noon Saturday, Feb. 2
Cost: Free
Description: Come out of the cold and enjoy time with your family playing board games. The games will be geared for ages 3 to adult. Hot chocolate and cookies will be provided.
Brookfield: Independent Winter Color Guard
Where:Brookfield High School, 45 Long Meadow Hill Rd.
When: 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 2
Cost: $10
Description: Thirty-one schools competing from all over the state participate. Newtown’s Color Guard will be performing and the show will be dedicated to The Sandy Hook Elementary School victims and their families.
Middlebury: How to Save Money with Couponing
Where: Tula Family Enrichment Center, 489 Middlebury Rd.
When: 1 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 3
Cost: $30
Description: Missie Morris, who was featured on Better Connecticut, is coming to Tula this Sunday to teach us all how to coupon and save some money. Pre-registration is required by calling 203-527-7324 or visiting the Tula website.
Orange: Adjusting for Sandy Hook
Where: Advanced Spine and Sport, 501 Boston Post Rd.
When: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 2
Cost: $20 suggested donation
Description: Get adjusted by local chiropractors in exchange for a donation to benefit a Sandy Hook memorial fund.
Orange: MTL Valentine Children's Fair
Where: Mary L. Tracy School, 650 Schoolhouse Lane
When: 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 2
Cost: Free
Description: Activities include a silent auction, raffle baskets, a cake walk, a cupcake decorating station, crafts, face and nail painting, glitter tattoos and game stations.
Where: Georgetown School of the Arts
When: The first event is scheduled for Feb. 9. Info on more dates is available by clicking the above link on the title.
Cost: $35
Description: Adults who want to return to painting, learn to paint, or paint with friends and loved ones are invited to participate in Masters & Mixers, a new, painting and wine experience offered at Georgetown School of the Arts.
Ridgefield: Teddy Bear Care
Where: 223 W Mountain Rd, Ridgefield, CT
When: 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 2
Cost: Free
Description: Bring your bear (or favorite stuffed animal) for a special check-up with a Teddy Bear nurse.
Weston: Take Your Child To The Library Day
Where: Weston Public Library, 56 Norfield Rd.
When: 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 2
Cost: Free
Description: Enter a raffle for a Friends of the Weston Public Library tote bag filled with goodies.
Wilton: Stitch-In-Public-Day
Where: Wilton Library, 137 Old Ridgefield Rd.
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 2
Cost: Free
Description: Members of the Fairfield County Chapter of the Embroiderer’s Guild of America will be stitching in public all day in the Gallery of the Wilton Library. Come see the hand-embroidered items on display.
Woodbridge: JCC Largest Loser Casting Call
Where: Jewish Community Center of New Haven, 360 Amity Rd, Woodbridge
When: 10 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 3
Cost: Free
Description: The Largest Loser is a 12-week fitness and lifestyle program that encourages participants to lose weight, and modify their behavior to live a healthier lifestyle.
Woodbury: Take Your Child to the Library Day
Where: Woodbury Public Library, 269 Main St S, Woodbury, CT
When: 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 2
Cost: Free
Description: A scavenger hunt, playtime with LEGOs, a Groundhog Day craft, storytime and musical fun will take place.
Woodbury: Kenyan Minister to Speak at Church
Where: North Congregational Church, 11 Main St. North
When: 10 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 3
Cost: Free
Description: Rev. Evalyn Wakhusama will speak during the service. African drumming and song will be part of the service. There will also be a free will
offering to be given in support of the Nambale Magnet School in western Kenya. The public is welcome to share in both the service and reception.
Naugatuck: Perform for Peace
Where: Naugatuck High School
When: 6-9 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 2
Cost: $10; $5 if you bring a non-perishable food item for the Naugatuck Ecumenical Food Bank
Description: This concert will benefit the Dawn Hochsprung Memorial Fund: "Dawn Lafferty Hochsprung was the principal who died while trying to protect her Sandy Hook Elementary School Family. The scholarship will benefit students of her hometown of Naugatuck who are planning to pursue a career in education.
Oxford: Thom Thumb & PT Barnum Talk
Where: Oxford's Twitchell-Rowland Homestead Museum
When: Sunday, Feb. 3, 3 p.m.
Cost: $3 for adults; children 12 and under get in free
Description: “Barnum, Tom Thumb and the Tornado” will be the topics of an illustrated talk by Marion O’Keefe on Sunday, February 3, at 3 p.m. at the Twitchell Rowland Homestead Museum.
