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
MOBILE FOOD PANTRY
https://mobilefoodpantry.ctfoodshare.org/
MILFORD - Kingdom Life Christian Church Cathedral
When - Tue. March 25, 2025 11am – 12pm
Where - 1455 Naugatuck Ave, Milford, CT 06461
Occurs every 2 weeks on Tuesday, 11AM-12PM
Two other food resources:
2025 Leprechaun Leap!
Register today for the
Saturday, March 29 at Walnut Beach in Milford, CT
Sign in at 10:30AM, Leap at 11:30
Join the warm-hearted, fun-loving souls who will
jump, run, dive and leap into the chilly waters of Long Island Sound
to benefit Literacy Volunteers of Southern CT.
$20 for adults / $10 for students & children ages 5 and up
Includes a fun new giveaway for leapers
Summer Playground Program 2025
Milford Park & Recreation -
School Age Students
Three locations this year:
- Live Oaks
- Mathewson
- West Shore Rec
DATES: Week #1 starts June 23rd and Week #6 starts on July 28th.
NEW TIMES: 9:00AM-4:00PM daily (8:30AM early registration). There is no SPP on July 4th.
COST: $150 for the week.
View the Summer Playground Program pages for more info.
For more information contact Mike Dooling at 203-783-3386 or mdooling@milfordct.gov.
Pre-K Students
Summer Playground Program Pre-K
Ages: 3-6 years old,
Location : Calf Pen
Time: 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM half day camp with Kevin Fallon
Dates: June 23rd and the final week starts on July 28th
Family Fun Zone
The Family Fun Zone will take place from 12-2pm on March 16th, prior to the start of the Greater New Haven St. Patrick's Day Parade. Here you'll find children's entertainment & activities, giveaways, food trucks, bistro style dining, a family viewing area and more!
March is Orchestra -Month
Free Family Concert: Anansi the Spider (Sensory-Friendly Performance)
Location: Dr. Reginald Mayo Early Learning Center
185 Goffe Street
New Haven, 06511
Date :Sunday • March 16 • 3:00 pm
This performance will be adapted for audience members with sensory processing disorders and Autism. Audience members will be able to take advantage of the specially designed space within the school, use gross motor equipment to self-regulate, make use of complementary ear protectors and fidgets, and take breaks as needed. The lighting will be dimmed, and the musicians will play at a reduced volume. For questions about accommodations offered at the sensory-friendly performances, please email Engagement@NewHavenSymphony.org.
Connecticut's St. Patrick's Celebrations
FanFest: Hartford Yard Goats
Sat Mar 15, 2025
1:00pm to 3:00pm ET
Age: All Ages
Price: FREE
Location:
Dunkin Donuts Stadium
1214 Main Street, Hartford, CT, 06103
This free event is open to the public and will include behind-the-scenes tours of Dunkin’ Park, face painting, arts and crafts, Yard Goats mascots Chompers and Chew Chew, and Fancy Pants the goat from Circle K Farm of East Hampton.
Fans will also have the opportunity to test out the indoor professional batting cages that the Yard Goats use. No ticket is necessary for this free event.
Irish - American Heritage Trail
The Irish in Connecticut: From the Emerald Isle to the Land of Steady Habits
Irish immigrants and Irish-Americans have a long and storied history in Connecticut. They have been involved in the settlement, defense, and development of our state since well before the Revolutionary War.
Brick Fest-Lego
The top family event for brick fans will soon “assemble” in Hartford!
This event is all-in on imagination with stations and attractions designed to inspire creativity and play! Families can get hands-on with different brick challenges throughout the event as well as explore community collab builds and master creations from all over the world.
DATE & TIMES;
Sat, April 12: 9am – 5p
Sun, April 13: 10am – 4pm
Click here to get tickets. Save 30% with promo code CCC30
Social Media:
Facebook: @brickfestlive
Instagram: @brickfestlive
Event Hashtag: #brickfestlive