Community Corner
Weekend: Plant Sale, Theater, Mother's Day
From our neighborhoods in Ridgefield to the towns around us, if you're looking for something to do this weekend we've got you covered.
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.
Be sure to check our full events calendar for a great list of things to do from plant sales to mother's day luncheons to children's theater. Below are some suggested activities in town and nearby.
When: Friday, May 10, 8 p.m.
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Where: The Ridgefield Playhouse
Cost: $55
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Description: The daughter of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, Lucie Arnaz blossomed as an actress opposite her mother on The Lucy Show and Here's Lucy. But Arnaz has since triumphed in a variety of mediums, most notably in the Broadway musical They're Playing Our Song and in the film The Jazz Singer, for which she received a Golden Globe nomination.
Brookfield: An Evening with Dolley Madison
Where: Brookfield Library, 182 Whisconier Road
When: Friday, May 10, 7 p.m.
Cost: Free
Description: Mrs. Madison will speak about the founding of our nation, the role of her husband, James Madison, as the Father of the American Constitution, and the events of the early Republic. Carolyn Ivanoff, Housemaster at Shelton Intermediate School, will present the program in period dress.
Easton: Easton Garden Club's Garden Mart
Where: Easton's Firehouse Green at the intersection of Sport Hill and Center Roads
When: Saturday, May 11, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Cost: Depends on item purchased
Description: Colorful perennials and annuals will brighten the day at the Easton Garden Club's Annual Garden Mart. The Garden Mart is a rain or shine event.
Middlebury: Mother's Day Pancake Breakfast
Where: Middlebury Parks & Recreation - Shepardson Community Center, 1172 Whittemore Road
When: Sunday, May 12, 8:30 a.m.
Cost: 6 years and over: $7; Under 6: $5; Family Max: $25; Kids under 2 free
Description: Hosted by Middlebury Lions Club for the benefit of the Middlebury Family Services Emergency Fund. Pancakes, sausage, bacon, baked goods, fruit cup, coffee, tea and juice.
New Canaan: Of Mice and Men
When: Fri-Sat May 10-11, 17-18
Where: The Powerhouse Theater, Waveny Park, New Canaan
Cost: $20, $15 seniors, students
Description: The Town Players of New Canaan's three-week run of John Steinbeck's classic American drama "Of Mice and Men" continues at the Powerhouse Theatre on Fridays and Saturdays May 10, 11, 17, 18 at 8 pm, and Sunday May 12 at 2:30 pm. To reserve tickets and see behind the scenes videos, photos and interesting stories about the production, visit www.tpncshows.org, or call 203-966-7371.
Norwalk: Comedy Night
Where: 55 County St.
When: Friday, May 10, 6:30 p.m.
Cost: $17 pre-order, $20 at the door
Description: An awesome fun night of music and comedy from professional NY City Comedians. Featuring the Norwalk High School Jazz Band. Featuring comedians Tom Shillue (opener for Jim Gaffigan) as well as Americas got talent finalist Eric Dittleman.
Norwalk: Green Lady Performs Live
Where: Ash Creek Saloon, 2 Wilton Ave.
When: Friday, May 10, 9:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Description: Get your dancing shoes on and come hang with Green Eyed Lady! Eat, drink and dance to GEL's eclectic mix of classic and alternative
rock. Great food, great drinks, great people, great fun!
Redding: Moving Sale
Where: 79 Cross Highway
When: Saturday, May 11, 8 a.m.
Cost: Cost depends on item
Description: Furniture, electronics, home goods, china, etc.
Redding: Redding Garden Club Plant Sale
Where: 100 Lonetown Road
When: Saturday, May 11, 9 a.m.
Cost: Cost depends on item
Description: The selections for sale will include donated Redding Plants from Redding Garden Club members. A splendid variety of annuals, perennials, vegetables, organic seedlings, houseplants as well as many native plants. A great selection of tools and Deer Repellent will be available. Browse the Second Hand Rose for used garden-related items.
Washington Depot: Garage Sale
Where: 26 Steeples Road
When: Friday and Saturday, May 10 and 11, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Cost: Various costs
Description: Multi-family, Something for everyone. Housewares, antique child's desk, silverplate tea set, linens, Christmas village, kids things. Rain or Shine.
Wilton: Author Talk with Elizabeth Benedict—What My Mother Gave Me
Where: Wilton Library, 137 Old Ridgefield Road
When: Friday, May 10, 7 p.m.
Cost: Free
Description: What is the most meaningful gift that your mother ever gave you? Just on time for Mother's Day, Elizabeth Benedict, editor of "What My Mother Gave Me - Thirty-One Women on the Gifts That Mattered Most," will speak at this special book event.
About this column: From our neighborhood to the towns around us, if you're looking for something to do this weekend we've got you covered.
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