CCC News December 6, 2024
MPS Community Connections Centers
Friday January 9, 2025
All About Us:
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 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.
Community Providers
CT FoodShare & Mobile Pantry
MILFORD - Kingdom Life Christian Church Cathedral
When - Tue. Jan. 13, 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
Milford Youth & Family Services
150 Gulf Street Milford, CT 06460
(203) 783-3253
The Department of Human Services Community Outreach Workers provide case management for Milford residents in need. They evaluate and assess clients' immediate concerns and help them obtain access to local, state, and federal programs, as well as connecting individuals with information.
Boys & Girls Club of Milford
59 Devonshire Rd
Milford, CT 06460
Phone: 203-713-8055
In addition to our general after school and summer programs, the Boys & Girls Club of Milford offers a variety of programs in five core areas, Character & Leadership, Education & Career, Health & Life Skills, The Arts, and Sports, Fitness & Recreation. There are four program sessions—fall, winter, spring, and summer. Each session runs 6-8 weeks and typically meets once per week. For a full list of our current programs contact the clubhouse directly.
Fun Family Activities In & Around Milford
2026 Amity Chamber Health and Fitness Expo
Location: Courtyard New Haven Orange/Milford, 136 Marsh Hill Rd, Orange, CT 06477
Date and time: Sat, Jan 10, 2026 10:00 AM
Bring your friends, family, and co-workers. All residents and businesses operating throughout New Haven County are welcome and encouraged to attend.
FREE Health & Fitness resources, fun, food, giveaways, and more!
This FREE registration also enters you into any raffles that will occur during the event.
Can & Bottle Drive
Date : Sun, Jan 11, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Location: 232 Melba Street
Downtown branch of The Milford Bank and back of 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.
From: PATCH
Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum
Time : 3–4pm
Date : Jan. 21 – Feb. 4, 2026
webpage for more information
The exhibition, curated by Museum Consultant Stacey Danielson with the assistance of the LMMM Curatorial Committee chaired by Trustee Patsy Brescia, will capture the magic of the holiday season with historic-era tree displays, a 19th-century vignette featuring a sled with ponies, a festive holiday dinner party, magnificent gowns, and more.
Fun Family Events & Day Trips
New Pond Farm Education Center
Date: Jan. 10, 2026
Location : 101 Marchant Rd, West Redding, CT 06896
FREE!- No Registration Required!
Phone: (203) 938-2117
Email: info@newpondfarm.org
Learning Center Hours: 9 AM – 5 PM
Dairy Annex Hours: 7 AM – 7 PM
Curious about all that we have to offer? Join us for a relaxed and welcoming Open Day and experience the beauty, history, and vibrant life of our farm and education center. Wander through a stunning landscape rich with diverse habitats and wildlife, discover our deep roots in place and learning, and meet the warm, passionate people who bring it all to life.
Inside our Learning Center, enjoy hands-on activities including exploring our Native American Museum with its artifacts and reproductions, meeting our beloved program animals, sampling delicious farm-fresh dairy products, and more. Outdoors, take time to explore the property, visit our barnyard animals, and connect with members of our staff and Board who are eager to share their stories and answer your questions.
Family Day -American Mural Project
LOCATION: 90 Whiting Street
Winsted, CT 06098
860-379-3006
EXHIBIT HOURS
Friday, 10am–5pm
Saturday, 10am–5pm
Sunday, 12pm–5pm
FAMILY DAYS - FREE
Looking for creative, engaging activities for the whole family? AMP’s Family Days offer an exciting lineup of hands-on activities for children of all ages. Games, storytimes, art projects, and interactive learning programs spark kids’ curiosity and creativity—and celebrate the art of work. AMP’s Family Days are the perfect way to spend quality time together.
𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵. 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗮𝗱𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗱𝗮𝘆!
Family Days also coincide with AMP’s popular Teen Art Studio from 10:30am–1:30pm—something for everyone in the family.
January 10 Family Day Schedule
𝟭𝟭𝗮𝗺: 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲 & 𝗖𝗿𝗮𝗳𝘁
𝟭𝟮𝗽𝗺: 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗔𝗠𝗣
Includes scavenger hunts and kid-friendly tours.
𝟭:𝟯𝟬𝗽𝗺: 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺: 𝙎𝙚𝙣𝙨𝙚-𝙨𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙎𝙩𝙪𝙙𝙮
Put your senses to the test! White Memorial will be onsite, bringing along their Barred Owl, Zelda, and their Honduran Milk Snake, Peaches. Participants will explore the five human senses and compare them to the incredible sensory abilities of these animals.
Dinosaur World Live
When: January 11, 2026
Where: Oneglia Auditorium
68 Main Street
Torrington, CT 06790
Box Office : boxoffice@warnertheatre.org
Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this Olivier award-winning interactive show for all the family.
Grab your compass and join our intrepid explorer across uncharted territories to discover a pre-historic world of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs. Meet a host of impressive creatures, including every child’s favorite flesh-eating giant, the Tyrannosaurus Rex, a Triceratops, Giraffatitan, Microraptor, and Segnosaurus!
A special meet and greet after the show offers all our brave explorers the chance to make a new dinosaur friend.
Now an international smash hit, Dinosaur World Live is back by popular demand, ready for its third major US tour.