CCC News December 6, 2024
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 or Mrs. Cara Dascenzo at (203) 301-5664 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. Dec. 31, 2024 11am – 12pm
Where - 1455 Naugatuck Ave, Milford, CT 06461
Occurs every 2 weeks on Tuesday, 11AM-12PM
https://mobilefoodpantry.ctfoodshare.org/
Food Assistance Resources
Elks Christmas dinner on December 25
The Elks will host a dinner at the lodge on Christmas Day from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
The Milford Lodge is located at 124 New Haven Avenue.
You are invited to enjoy dinner with us this holiday. The more,
the merrier! There will be plenty of food and holiday cheer! We look forward to spending this holiday with you.
For more information contact: Website
(203) 874-1589
MPL Family Movie: Inside Out 2 (PG) In-Person
Date: Friday, December 27, 2024
Time: 2:30pm - 4:10pm
No registration required -Free
Join us at the library for a winter family movie! Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust have been running a successful operation by all accounts. However, when Anxiety shows up, they aren't sure how to feel. Snacks will be provided. Rated PG. Run time 1 hour 36 minutes.
Reindeer Goat Snuggles
December 27 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Apple Barrel Farm Market 32 Reeds Gap Rd, Middlefield
Have a snuggly encounter with Reindeer Goats at the Apple Barrel Farm Market! Start a new holiday tradition and come snuggle with Bradley Mountain Farm's Reindeer Goats!
Hanukkah Menorah Lighting Ceremony
Monday, December 30 | 4:30 p.m.
West Haven Green
355 Main Street
West Haven CT 06516
Phone: 203-937-3500
Storytelling & Selfies with Santa & Mrs. Claus at The Shops at Yale
December 21 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
The Shops at Yale
Barnes & Noble/The Yale Bookstore, 77 Broadway (lower level)
Chapel Street and Broadway
New Haven, CT 06511
Celebrate the holiday season with Santa and Mrs. Claus at The Shops at Yale! Enjoy festive storytime, take memorable photos, and indulge in complimentary snacks. This magical event is free and open to the public, perfect for families looking to create unforgettable holiday memories.
Horse Drawn Rides In the Countryside
68 Griffin Road Terryville, CT 06876
Celebrating a special occasion? Looking to spend time with your family in the beautiful outdoors? Allow our magnificent draft horses to take you on a one-of-a-kind adventure! Simply sit back and enjoy the sights and sounds of the peaceful countryside as you traverse along our rural roads and through the picturesque local farmlands.
All rides are private and by reservation only. We offer rides 7 days a week on the hour from 12pm to 4pm.
Gift Certificates available.
Chapel Street Ice Carving Demonstrations a
Saturday, December 21: Holiday Bear
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
Where:
In front of Ãœni-Home Life, 1046 Chapel Street, New Haven, CT 06410
December 21 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Experience the wonder of live ice carving in the Chapel Street Historic District! Watch as a professional ice carver transforms massive 300-pound blocks of ice into dazzling holiday-themed sculptures. Perfect for families and friends, this festive event also includes complimentary fresh kettle popcorn from The Kettle King.
Carl Bozenski’s Christmas Village
Christmas Village
150 Church Street in Torrington, CT.
Christmas Village will be operating this year from December 11 - 24th
Hours
Weekdays: 1:00-8:30 PM
Weekends: 12:00 - 8:30 PM
Christmas Eve: 9:00 AM until Noon
Kids Countdown to New Years with Steve Elci & Friends
Mystic Seaport Museum
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
12:00–3:00 p.m.
Free with Admission
Mystic Seaport Museum
75 Greenmanville Ave
Mystic, CT 06355
860-572-0711
Come join us at Mystic Seaport Museum for a family-friendly musical countdown to the New Year! Enter through the North Entrance—the first 50 kids will get their own noisemaker! At 12:00 p.m., fun crafts for kids, such as making party hats, will take place in Home Port. We'll ring in the New Year with fun giveaways and a musical performance by Steve Elci & Friends at 2:15 p.m. on the McGraw Gallery Quad, ending with a New Year's countdown and confetti cannons at 3:00 p.m.! Kids will love this high-energy musical event that will have everyone dancing and singing along. Steve Elci & Friends is a band dedicated to learning through music that is entertaining for both children and adults and will leave them feeling inspired to learn and grow. Bring your dancing shoes and big smiles to make this a day to remember!
This event is included in general admission. Please click here to purchase general admission.
New Year’s Day Hike January 1, 2025
New Year’s Day Hike
January 1, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Sleeping Giant State Park
200 Mt. Carmel Avenue
Hamden, 06518
FREE
Get your new year started off on the right foot! Join the Sleeping Giant Park Association for the first hike of 2025, on new year’s day.
This hike will involve traveling over uneven terrain, with some possible rock scrambling. As such, participants should be in good physical condition, dress appropriately for the weather and wear comfortable, supportive shoes with good traction. A day pack with snacks, water, sunscreen and any other essentials is recommended.
Out of consideration for other participants, dogs are not permitted on SGPA hikes. All hikes leave from the kiosk at the park’s main entrance, unless otherwise noted.
First Night Hartford 2025
2:00pm to 12:00am. 12/31, Bushnell Park, Hartford
First Night Hartford 2025: Tuesday, December 31, 2024!
First Night Hartford is our capital city's New Year's Eve tradition! This full day of art, music, food & community includes two spectacular fireworks shows in Bushnell Park at 6 pm and midnight viewed throughout the city by thousands of residents and visitors. Enjoy multicultural performances, kids' activities, carousel rides, ice skating and other fun in Bushnell Park along with events & entertainment at our partner venues around Downtown.