CCC News February 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. I 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. Feb. 10, 2025 11am – 12pm
Where - 1455 Naugatuck Ave, Milford, CT 06461
Occurs every 2 weeks on Tuesday, 11AM-12PM
https://mobilefoodpantry.ctfoodshare.org/
Food Assistance Resources
The Cure Starts Here
Date: Sun, Feb 8, 2026
Time : 8:00 AM
Location : Downtown branch of The Milford Bank and back of the Dollar General lot on Melba
The Milford chapter of the pediatric brain cancer foundation, "The Cure Starts Now", is having our monthly can and bottle drive Sunday. Every dime donated goes to fund the science that will bring us a cure for pediatric brain cancer. We always tell you how much we raise on our social, and you can see what your donations do here. We know you have a choice in your giving. Thank you to everyone who supports this cause.
Summer Camps Accepting registrations!
Our camps cover 30 hours of engaging activities that drive socialization, skill development, and passion.
The Giggling Pig Art & Party Studio is a fully licensed day camp by the State of Connecticut.
The YMCA believes all kids have great potential and deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve.
Chicka Chicka Boom Boom: The Musical
Date : February 08, 2026
Time : 2:00 PM
Cost : $25 for children & $30 for adults
Location : Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts - University of Connecticut
2132 Hillside Road, Unit 3104, Storrs, CT 06269
Recommended for Grades PreK-3
Join us for an unforgettable adventure where the beloved children’s book springs to life on stage! This production features vibrant songs, energetic dancing, and whimsical puppets, ensuring a joyous experience for kids and adults alike. Follow the playfully adored story as the alphabet letters ambitiously climb the coconut tree, only to tumble down in a cascade of color and laughter. With plenty of audience interaction, this show is not just entertainment—it’s a fantastic way for children to explore sound, rhythm, and reading in a fun, engaging spectacle.
Jumpfest: 100 Years of Ski Jumping at Satre Hill
Date: February 6
Time: 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Location: Satre Hill, Indian Mountain Road, Salisbury, CT 06068
Admission is free for all on Friday night, $15 for adults on Saturday and Sunday, and free for children 12 and under all three days. Tickets are available at the gate.
For updates and additional details, visit jumpfest.org or contact info@jumpfest.org.
The weekend begins on Friday evening, featuring the Target Jumping event at 7:00 pm and a fireworks display. Saturday includes junior competitions in the morning and the Salisbury Invitational on the 70-meter hill at 1:00 pm, followed by the Snowball Fundraiser with live music, food, and raffles at Lakeville Town Grove. Sunday’s events include the Nordic Combined race in the morning and culminate with the Eastern U.S. Ski Jumping Championships at 1:00 pm.
20th Annual Winter Festival at Burr Pond
Date: Saturday, February 7,
Time : 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Rain date: Feb 8).
Details: Activities include ice fishing, story times, search and rescue dog demos, and bonfires with marshmallow roasting.
Location: Burr Pond State Park, Torrington, CT (Approx. 50 mins from Milford).
Enjoy winter activities and outdoor recreation at one of our most spectacularly wintery state park locations.... the appropriately named Burrrrr Pond State Park. It's a place and time where families can truly experience the fun and beauty that a Connecticut winter offers.
Activities include ice fishing with Fish with CARE (all supplies provided), story times, Search and Rescue dog demonstrations, hiking, ice sculptures, marshmallow roasting, bonfires, furs & pelts displays and live animals. Food will be available for purchase on site. Bring your family and friends, bundle up*, and join us for a great day of outdoor winter activities and fun!
This annual event is hosted by DEEP's No Child Left Inside® (NCLI) Program in partnership with Fish with CARE.
Music- New Haven Library Concert & Instrument Petting Zoo
Musical Performance & Hands-on Activity
Date: : Saturday, February 7, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Cost: Free.
Venue: Mitchell Branch, New Haven Free Public Library
Address : 37 Harrison St, New Haven, CT
Phone : (203) 946-8117
Description: A live concert combined with an "instrument petting zoo" where children of all ages can see and try various musical instruments.
Maple Syrup Making Demonstrations
Date : weekend of February 8, 2026,
Location: Brooksvale Park, 524 Brooksvale Ave, Hamden, CT.
Activity: Seasonal demonstrations showing the process of tapping trees and making syrup; a classic outdoor winter activity for kids under 10.
Informal Demonstrations: Ongoing every weekend in February and March while sap is flowing.
Note: Outdoor activities are weather-dependent. It is recommended to call the park office at (203) 287-2669 after 8:00 AM on the day of your visit to confirm if boiling is currently taking place.
Weekends: Generally from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (boiling depends on sap volume).
Open House Event: Typically 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Cost: Demonstrations: Usually free to watch and participate in.
Syrup Sales: Half-pint bottles of park-made syrup are typically available for a suggested donation of $8.00.
Experience: Visitors can see how sap is boiled into syrup "old school" style over an outdoor fire. Educators and volunteers teach the history and science behind maple sugaring.
Special Creature Feature: Critters in the Cold
Ansonia Nature & Recreation Center
Date : Feb 7, 2026
Time : 12pm to 1pm EST
Address: 10 Deerfield Rd, Ansonia, CT 06401
Phone: (203) 736-1053
Cost : FREE
Meet some of our animal ambassadors and learn how wildlife survives extreme cold through adaptation, hibernation, and more.
Meet some of our animal ambassadors and learn how wildlife survives extreme cold through adaptation, hibernation, and more. FREE