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 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. April 22, 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
Camp Happiness- Open for Registrations
Camp Happiness is a Milford Recreation camp for Milford residents with special needs. Participants range in age from those entering kindergarten in fall through 6th grade. We are a day camp located at Foran High School. It runs for six one-week sessions during the summer months. Children qualify to attend camp if they have an IEP through the City of Milford.
Time: 9am -3pm
Before & After Care available
Financial assistance is available. Apply here.• Register
Game Inventor's Workshop – A World of Creativity and Fun!
Grades K-5 with the Milford Education Foundation, in partnership with Milford Library.
Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
REGISTER HERE: https://milford-pl.libcal.com/event/14282821
Calling all young visionaries and game enthusiasts! Unleash your child’s imagination at MEF's Game Inventor's Workshop, where the rules are you and your child's to create, and the fun is limitless! Whether it’s a thrilling board game, a wacky outdoor challenge, or a game that’s completely one-of-a-kind—your child will explore, invent, and play like never before.
The Nissen Carousel at Mill River Park
Date: Sat Apr 5, 2025 - Sun Aug 24, 2025
Time: 9:00am to 5:00pm
Age: All Ages
Price: Carousel rides are $2, multi-ride 6 rides for $10 pass
Location:
Mill River Park
(203) 977-4713
Spring Apple Hunt at Lyman Orchard
Lyman Orchards Apple Barrel Farm Market
32 Reeds Gap Road
Middlefield CT, 06455
An annual family tradition continues! Children ages 1-10 years old are invited to join the fun at our Spring Apple Hunt on Saturday, APRIL 19TH at the Apple Barrel Farm Market. Thousands of Lyman's own Ecocertified apples will be hidden among scattered hay bales ready for eager hunters to discover! It's the perfect way to make lasting memories on the farm.
Apple Hunt admission is $17.00 per child (ages 1 to 10 years old)
Egg-straordinary Egg-stravaganza
Stepping Stones Museum for Children
303 West Avenue
Norwalk CT, 06850
Saturday, April 19
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Learn more: www.steppingstonesmuseum.org/eggs
A little birdie told us some egg-citing news...our Egg-straordinary Egg-stravaganza is hopping back to Stepping Stones on April 19! Get ready for a crackin’ good time with egg hunts, egg-quisite activities and nonstop fun for the whole flock. With a day this egg-stra special, everything’s looking sunny-side up!
Day Out with Thomas™: The Party Tour
The Essex Steam Train & River Boat
April 26 & 27, May 3 & 4, 2025
Click here for details
Thomas & Friends will be here on April 26-27 & May 3-4 with departure times every 45 minutes from 9:00 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. Passengers select a departure time when purchasing a ticket (ride is approx. 25 minutes), but can enjoy fun-filled family activities all day long!
Natures Art Village- A-Mase asaurus
1650 Hartford-New London Tpke Montville, CT 06370
This mammoth-sized maze attraction is included with your admission to The Dinosaur Place in CT and will challenge visitors of all ages. A-MAZE-asaurus features a complex series of twists and turns bordered entirely by white panels that look identical to each other, making every pass a new adventure.
Time Travelers KidStudio!
Step back in time with the Time Travelers KidStudio! Kids up to age 12 with an accompanying adult will enjoy this interactive and educational space to make crafts and learn more about local history! Each week features a new theme and guided activities will be held every Wednesday & Saturday
47 Strickland Road
Cos Cob, CT 06807
203-869-6899
April 23, 2025
Colonial Toys: Make a Yarn Doll in the Time Travelers KidStudio
April 26, 2025
Colonial Crafts: Make a Punched Tin Lantern in the Time Travelers KidStudio
April 30, 2025
Colonial Dress Up in the Time Travelers KidStudio