Things to Do with Kids in Connecticut This Weekend

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Friends Children's Series: Grumbling Gryphons Presents Anansi- The Trickster Spider

Sat, Oct 24 · 11:00 AM

Greenwich Library · Greenwich

Join us for a special performance by the Grumbling Gryphons Traveling Children's Theater. Anansi- The Trickster Spider is a well-known, comical character who originated in Western Africa. The tale, "H

Ages 5+

A free, live children's theater performance of an Anansi trickster tale at Greenwich Library, suitable for ages 5 and up. It offers a cultural storytelling experience rather than a drop-in craft or storytime.

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Saturday Storytimes

Sat, Oct 24 · 11:30 AM

Darien Library · Darien

This storytime for families will include some of our favorite books, fingerplays, and songs. All Ages. No registration is required!

Up to age 5Drop-in

A free drop-in Saturday storytime at Darien Library for families with children up to age 5, including books, fingerplays, and songs. No registration is required, making it easy to attend on a weekend morning.

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Music & Movement with Bubbles

Sat, Oct 24 · 11:00 AM

The Ferguson Library · Stamford

Get ready to boogie and pop bubbles. This high-energy, interactive program combines music, movement, storytelling, and loads of bubbly excitement. Ages 1 to 10. Registration appreciated.

Ages 12 mo–10 yr

This free Stamford event combines music, movement, storytelling, and bubbles for ages 1 to 10, with registration appreciated. It is a high-energy option for families who want an active indoor activity.

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Read to a Rabbit

Sat, Oct 24 · 11:30 AM

Ridgefield Library · Ridgefield

Children in grades 1-4 enhance their oral reading skills by reading to a rabbit from Bunlandia Rabbit Rescue and Rehab. Time slots to read one-on-one with a rabbit will be assigned on a first-come, fi

Ages 6–10

At Ridgefield Library, children in grades 1-4 can read one-on-one to a rabbit from a rescue organization, with time slots assigned first-come, first-served. This free event supports oral reading practice in a calm setting.

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Pokémon TCG Spooktacular Tournament

Sat, Oct 24 · 2:00 PM

Ridgefield Library · Ridgefield

Join the Pokémon Players Club for a "spooktacular" Pokémon TCG Unlimited Format Tournament! No Cards Provided. Players must have a 60 card preconstructed deck with a maximum of four of each named card

Ages 7–14

A free Pokémon trading card tournament at Ridgefield Library for ages 7 and up, using an unlimited format; players must bring a 60-card preconstructed deck. It is a structured option for older kids who already play the game.

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Spanish Learn & Play

Sun, Oct 25 · 2:30 PM

Ridgefield Library · Ridgefield

Children in Grades K-2 and their caregivers are invited to learn some beginning Spanish with song, play, activities and stories. Ms. Ochoa, who is a Kindergarten teacher from Mexico, will lead familie

Ages 5–8

A free Sunday afternoon Spanish learn-and-play session at Ridgefield Library for grades K-2 and their caregivers, led by a kindergarten teacher from Mexico. It combines song, play, activities, and stories for beginning Spanish exposure.

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Art Class for Grades 3-5: : Halloween Perler Bead Workshop

Sun, Oct 25 · 3:30 PM

New Canaan Library · New Canaan

Ready to get creative and make something amazing? Join a few NCHS art students for an engaging, hands-on art class! Students will create their own Halloween designs with Perler beads, such as jack-o-l

Ages 8–11

A free Sunday afternoon Halloween Perler bead workshop at New Canaan Library for grades 3-5, led by high school art students. It provides a hands-on craft activity for older elementary kids.

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Stories, Rhythms & Flavors, a Hispanic Heritage Month Program

Sat, Oct 24 · 11:30 AM

The Ferguson Library — South End Branch · Stamford

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a fun-filled family event filled with live music performances, engaging storytelling, delicious food, and a craft activity. Come celebrate the rich cultures, tra

All ages

This free Saturday event at the Ferguson Library's South End Branch celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with live music, storytelling, food, and a craft activity. It is a family program with multiple activity types in one visit.

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Haunted Candy House Workshop

Sat, Oct 24 · 10:00 AM

Fairfield Museum · Fairfield

Savor spooky season by assembling your very own haunted candy house using recycled materials and lots of sweet treats! $25 per house Program Details: Registration is required. No physical ticket will

A paid ($25 per house) haunted candy house workshop at the Fairfield Museum where participants assemble houses from recycled materials and sweet treats; registration is required. It is a seasonal, hands-on activity distinct from the free library events.

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2026 Halloween on the Green

Sun, Oct 25 · 12:00 PM

Fairfield Museum · Fairfield

Join us for this 10th annual free family event on the Museum Commons, presented in partnership with Town of Fairfield and Fairfield Community Services. Enjoy trick-or-treating, giveaways, displays in

The 10th annual free Halloween on the Green at the Fairfield Museum offers trick-or-treating, giveaways, and displays on the Museum Commons. It is a family-friendly seasonal event best suited to kids who enjoy community festivities.