Name: Oshōgatsu Japanese New Year Celebration
Start: 2026-01-10T12:00:11-05:00
Location: First Church Congregational

First Church Congregational

You are invited to our annual Oshōgatsu (Japanese New Year
Celebration)
Featuring : 
<ul>
	<li>Mini Concert by <a href="https://DuoYumeno.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Duo	YUMENO</a> koto/shamisen &amp; cello 
	
	</li><li>Special lunch (Choice of
	osechi-style (traditional new year) or other Japanese entree) by <a href="https://www.theloopbyhachiroku.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">The	Loop by Hachiroku</a> 
	
	</li><li>Sake toast to the New Year 
	
	</li><li>Omochitsuki (Rice-cake pounding) 
	
	</li><li>Raffle and more 
	
</li></ul>
All are welcome, but members receive a discounted price. Please
register by January 2 to reserve a lunch.  Doors open at 11:30 AM.

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Oshōgatsu  Japanese New Year Celebration 

You are invited to our annual Oshōgatsu (Japanese New Year
Celebration)
Featuring : 

	Mini Concert by Duo	YUMENO koto/shamisen...

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Parents are empowered to make meaningful decisions regarding their child’s development and education. An important step is choosing the best learning environment and educational philosophy during these foundational and formative years.
The Montessori philosophy is uniquely based on individualized, whole-child learning and each SAM Lead Teacher is AMI Montessori trained and certified. The curriculum masterfully and cohesively inter-connects the social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth and well-being of the child through project based, experiential learning in a supportive environment designed to meet the specific needs of each student.
Seven Acres Montessori is an independent non-profit school accredited by both The Association Montessori Internationale and The Connecticut Association of Independent Schools.
Prospective Parents are invited to meet virtually with our Admissions Director to discuss the benefits of a Montessori education at Seven Acres for children ages 14 months - 12 years, and learn about our Before and After School Programs.
Visit <a href="https://www.sevenacresmontessori.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://www.sevenacresmontessori.org</a> to register or email <a href="mailto:admissions@sevenacresmontessori.org" target="_blank">admissions@sevenacresmontessori.org</a>

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CT State Norwalk will be hosting FAFSA sessions on Tuesday, December 16 from 10:00am - 2:00pm to support individuals in completing their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) applications. 
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Connecticut’s deadline for priority consideration is February 15, although individuals should submit the form as soon as possible for the best chances at institutional aid. Prospective students should contact their financial aid office at the college or university they plan to attend.
Free tuition is available at CT State Community College to Connecticut residents who are high school graduates, whether from the state or elsewhere, and are attending college for the first time. Anyone who first attended college in fall 2020 or later may be eligible, as well. Accessing the free tuition program and any financial aid starts with completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at fafsa.gov. The free tuition program is not income-based. All students who plan on attending full- or part-time should complete the FAFSA so they can access the program, even if they do not think they will quality for need-based aid. Program funding is available on a rolling basis; applicants can see if they qualify at <a href="https://www.ctstate.edu/free-tuition" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.ctstate.edu/free-tuition</a>. 
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Produced by AGW SONO Partners’ OnWashington marketing arm, the pop-up continues the company’s mission of&nbsp;activating vacant spaces to support small businesses, showcase local talent, and bring community-driven experiences to&nbsp;the SoNo district.


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<a href="https://www.etix.com/ticket/o/8975/westportsacademyofdance" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Purchase tickets online</a> 
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