CCC News March 2025
MPS Community Connections Centers
Milford Public Schools Community Connections Centers build bridges between families and available services within the community.
Serving all Milford elementary students and their families.
Families- If you are seeking guidance or support for housing, utilities, legal, mental health, substance use, parenting, or other daily life needs; please contact Mrs. Mary-Kate Williams at (203) 882- 6094 for assistance. Please note that in person appointments are available. We look forward to assisting you!
The CCC honors all family inquiries as private and confidential unless parent permission is given or Connecticut state mandated reporting applies.
For more resources go to our CCC Website.
CT FoodShare
MILFORD - Kingdom Life Christian Church Cathedral
When - Tue. May 5, 2026,11am – 12pm
Where - 1455 Naugatuck Ave, Milford, CT 06461
Occurs every 2 weeks on Tuesday, 11AM-12PM
https://mobilefoodpantry.ctfoodshare.org/
Food Assistance Resources
Milford Park & Recreation Department- Community Gardens
The Benson-Crump Memorial Community Gardens Program has been the recipient of the Connecticut Food Bank's Certificate of Appreciation - Plant a Row for the Hungry, each year since since 2013.
We also have many opportunities at the community gardens for Eagle Scout projects. Past projects include an extended in ground watering system, a new front entrance sign and posts, and an informational kiosk.
Additional Forms and Files:
Beth El Center -Current Needs!
Our Community Kitchen is extremely low on the above items.
- If Ground Coffee could be caffeinated
- regular roast that would be incredible.
- Cheddar Cheese can be grated or as a block.
- And if you feel so inclined, gift cards to ShopRite and Costco earmarked for the Community Kitchen are always welcome!
Items can be shipped to us (90 New Haven Ave in Milford) via Amazon or dropped off any time!
Thank you for your generosity!
29th Annual Frog Frolic Family Festival
Date : May 2, 2026
Location : Redding Community Center
37 Lonetown Road, Redding CT, 06896
Admission : FREE
29th Annual Frog Frolic Family Festival - an outdoor community fair with live music from local bands, food trucks, bounce houses, libations, games, crafts, face painting and, new this year - a slime bar, scavenger hunt and corn hole tournament! This is a special day for the whole community, where all ages can come together and spend time with friends! For nearly 3 decades, The Frolic has been THE event of the spring in Redding, generating necessary funds for The Mark Twain Library – don’t miss it!
Discovery Science Center and Planetarium
Date : May 01, 2026
Location : 4450 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 416-3521
Time : 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Cost : FREE ADMISSION and EXTENDED HOURS thanks to our sponsors!
info@shudiscovery.org
Join us for our annual celebration of Earth's place in space! Learn about conditions in space, with this year's special focus on asteroids and meteorites. Come see new planetarium content and real meteorites, with hands-on activities to learn about craters, electromagnetic spectra, and models of the solar system. Use a telescope to see space for yourself (weather-permitting).
NT Transportation History Weekend
Dates : May 2–3, 2026
Location :The Shore Line Trolley Museum
TIme : 10am -3pm
17 River St, East Haven, CT 06512
(203) 467-6927
info@shorelinetrolley.org
Join us for a special weekend celebrating historic New York transit equipment at the Shore Line Trolley Museum. Throughout the weekend, visitors will have the opportunity to ride and explore iconic subway cars from our collection, including:
NY 6688 – appeared in the 2004 film The Amazing Spider-Man II
Lo-V subway car – appeared in the film Megalopolis
Arbor Earth Day Celebration 2026
Location : Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens,
151 Brookdale Road Stamford, CT 06903
Date : Sunday, April 26, 2026
Time : 11:00 AM 3:00 PM
Join us this weekend to commemorate Arbor Day, highlighting the value of trees to our community, and Earth Day, showcasing environmental conservation efforts in our region! Our vision is to inspire generations to care about and conserve Earth’s resources. As in years past, local organizations working to protect our natural environment will be on hand to provide information and activities for participants of all ages. Additional activities will include Tree Walks and Talks, as well as a special performance by Cyril the Sorcerer. Check out Cyril's video ahead of this weekend for what's in store! Bartlett Tree Experts will be handing out tree seedlings to participants while supplies last.
This is a rain-or-shine event; presentations will be moved indoors if needed!
Run Like a Mother 5K and Kid's 1-Mile 2026
Date : May 10, 2026
Location : The Ridgefield Playhouse,
80 E Ridge Rd, Ridgefield, CT 06877
The scenic course kicks off at The Ridgefield Playhouse and finishes in beautiful Ballard Park, where the celebration continues!
Kids 1-Mile – 8:00 AM
Women’s 5K – 8:30 AM
Celebrate the incredible women in your life (or yourself!) with a joyful, high-energy morning filled with movement, community, and fun. Whether you're chasing a PR or jogging with friends, this welcoming 5K is perfect for beginners and seasoned runners alike.
Visit CT waterfalls
Swimming, hiking, picnicking, and plenty of views — there are so many reasons to fall for waterfalls in Connecticut. Check out iconic waterfall destinations across the state, some cascading over 200 feet tall!