The festivities continue with the Wall Street Wonderland, celebrating Norwalk’s vibrant Wall Street district and its local businesses. This event will feature:

Tree Lighting Ceremony at 6:00 PM: Join in the lighting of the Wall Street district’s holiday tree.
Trackless Train Rides: Fun for all ages as you take a whimsical ride through the festivities.
Performances by Local Talent: Enjoy showcases from Pontos, the Norwalk Conservatory, and the Norwalk Metropolitan Youth Ballet.
Business Pop-Ups: Discover and support your favorite Wall Street businesses as they host special holiday offerings.

The Wall Street Wonderland is a perfect opportunity to experience the spirit of the season while supporting local businesses and enjoying the creativity of Norwalk’s arts community.

OPEN HOUSE AND HOLIDAY PARTY

4:00 p.m.

open house

Studio tours • free refreshments • live music • enrollment information

6:00 p.m.

family, friends & industry appreciation night

Appreciating local arts community • drinks • bites • conversations

Please join me On December 12th from 6:30- 8PM to celebrate the illuminating work of stained glass artist, Beverly Roberts. Created through expert technique and pushing limitations, her work in mosaics illustrates the beauty and fragility of glass.

Come and experience the luminescent glass imagery and fantastical narrative of Kaleidoscopic Fusions and a special Q+A with the artist.  Also featuring a member of our JCC community, Katrina Rose, who will be providing the music for the evening.

Link to register below for expedited entry, which is free and open to the public.  All artwork purchases generate direct support to the JCC

https://www.stamfordjcc.org/events/2024/12/12/arts-culture/kaleidoscopic-fusions-by-beverly-roerts/  

Join us at the 3rd Annual Holiday Extravaganza & Marketplace at 50 Washington Street in Norwalk, CT! Celebrate with a stunning tree lighting for our 38-foot tree, enjoy a magical carousel ride, and witness the epic race between the Grinch and Santa as they rappel 150 feet from the top of the building! Explore our festive marketplace with 25+ vendors offering crafts, homemade goods, candles, treats and more. Meet Santa and your favorite characters from Disney’s "Frozen", enjoy kids’ activities, craft stations, and the "Holiday Traditions - Near and Far" corner. Write letters to Santa, savor delicious food truck options, and make memories with your loved ones at this special holiday event. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season in Norwalk!

Saturday, December 7 
4 – 8 PM 
50 Washington Street, South Norwalk 

Join us at the 3rd Annual Holiday Extravaganza & indoor marketplace at 50 Washington Street in Norwalk, CT! Celebrate with a stunning tree lighting for our 38-foot tree, enjoy a magical carousel ride, and witness the epic race between the Grinch and Santa as they rappel 150 feet from the top of the building! Explore our festive marketplace with 25+ vendors offering crafts, homemade goods, candles, treats and more. Meet Santa and Disney’s “Frozen” characters, enjoy kids’ activities, craft stations, and the “Holidays Around the World” corner. Write letters to Santa, savor delicious food truck options, and make memories with your loved ones at this special holiday event. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season in Norwalk! 

Entertainment 

4:00 PM – Norwalk High School Tri-M Music
                  Honor Society
4:30 PM – Roton Middle School Choir
5:30 PM – Norwalk Academy of Dance
5:50 PM – Rappelling Holiday Characters Show
6:00 PM – Tree Lighting Ceremony
6:10 PM – Ladies of Finesse: “Kwanzaa –
                  A Celebration of African American Culture”
6:30 PM – Norwalk Conservatory of the Arts

Activities 

Carousel Rides 
Ornament Decorating 
Touch a Truck 
Holidays Around the World Corner 
Holiday Character Meet & Greet 

Vendors

Warrior of Zen LLC 
Minacare 
Black Joy Creations 
Stitching Dainty 
TheSewQueen 
Interlinked 
KRSNA SOL LLC 
Crafts for Mental Health 
Sunshine & Co 
Beloved Earth Co 
Waxing the City 
Pina Bird Books 
Sparks Planner 
Affinity Federal Credit Union 
Sclafani Chiropractic Life Center 
Renewal By Anderson 
PAWS 
Jodis Novelties 
MickeyTravels LLC 

Ridgefield’s beloved Holiday Stroll 2024 will take place Downtown Ridgefield on Friday, December 6th: 6 – 9pm and Saturday, December 7th: 10am – 2pm. Enjoy a weekend of merry-making, music, and more! Here’s the schedule of events:

Friday, December 6th
📀 DJ spinning holiday hits: 6–9 PM
🎩 Toy Soldiers marching down Main Street & Bailey Avenue: 6–9 PM
🎤 Carolers jingling all the way: 6–9 PM
🐴 Horse & Carriage Rides (pickup at Veterans Park Elementary & Ridgefield Library): 6–9 PM

🌟 Special Performances:
🎶 BES Special Chorus: 6:30 PM (Library Steps)
🎵 RHS Madrigals: 6:45 PM (Howard Hanna Realty)
📸 Snap a selfie with our sparkling #ShopLocal sign at Town Hall!

🎅 North Pole Alert:
Lounsbury House transforms into Santa’s HQ with Santa & Mrs. Claus, live reindeer, and postcard mail for our troops: 6–9 PM

🏛️ KTM&HC Open House:
🏠 Explore the first floor of Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center at your own pace, with costumed interpreters sharing stories from the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries.
🔎 Kids can enjoy a fun partridge scavenger hunt and hands-on activities!
🛍️ Shop the Holiday Boutique in the historic Carriage Barn, open from 11 AM to 7 PM on Friday.
📍 Free for all—no tickets or registration required! Check in at the Visitor Center upon arrival.

Saturday, December 7th
📀 DJ keeps the holiday beats going: 10 AM–2 PM
🎩 Toy Soldiers return for more Main Street magic: 11 AM–2 PM

🎁 All Weekend Long:
✨ Shop & dine local—our downtown shops will be open late Friday, so spread the cheer (and snag those holiday gifts).

The weekend after Thanksgiving is dedicated to putting the spotlight on New Canaan’s downtown. The Holiday Stroll was started by a group of local merchants 20 years ago and has evolved to be one of New Canaan’s most beloved traditions.  The Chamber invites you to head downtown on Friday December 6th between 5:30 – 8:30 pm to walk under the lights, browse in the stores, watch a show performed by young local talent, eat delicious food, and take a selfie with Santa and Mrs. Claus. The Stroll functions as New Canaan’s answer to “Small Business Saturday”, reminding all of us to “think local first” when shopping for friends and family this Holiday season!

For young families we encourage you to come back to town on Saturday December 7th between 10:00 am and 3:00 pm to catch up with Santa who will be at Houlihan Lawrence at 161 Elm Street. While the Children wait to share their wish list with Santa, they will be entertained by a magician making balloon animals. Santa will also be taking donations to help make Christmas shine a little brighter for local families in need.

As New Canaan has been blessed with many new residents, we wanted to share our appreciation ahead of time, so everyone can understand how important this event is to our business district and how many people are involved in pulling it off.

The Chamber has worked for many months to produce the Stroll but could not possibly put on an event like this on without the support of the municipality and the time commitment and financial contributions of many.

• As you walk through town over the next month, please look at the lights in the trees which are 100% funded by residents and businesses who every year collectively contribute close to $30,000 to have the lights carefully and artfully strung by Hutchinson Tree Service on Elm, Main, Locust, South, and Forest Streets. If you would like to contribute head to newcanaanchamber.com to donate!

• Have you noticed the Lamp Posts? Each one was decorated garland hung by the dedicated team at the Department of Public Works. Check out the Garland Tags on each lamp post you will see the name of a business or a family who have “sponsored” that pole which helps the Chamber raise the necessary funds to put on the Holiday Stroll.

• The Gingerbread Houses you see in the window were sourced and delivered by the Walter Stewarts team, purchased, and handed out by the New Canaan office of Brown Harris Stevens. 150 families spent their Thanksgiving weekend decorating the houses which are placed in stores who volunteer precious window space for the young architects’ creations.

• Santa will be in New Canaan both Friday Night and Saturday thanks to a generous contribution from the New Canaan Office of Houlihan Lawrence. On Friday night Mrs. Claus will be here thanks to our friends at Camp Playland.

• On Friday night you will see teams of Chamber Board Members and National Charity League volunteers selling “light up” garb and trinkets. In front of the Moreno Clock on Elm Street. When you buy one of these festive items you too will be helping fund the Holiday Stroll.

• The Show, which will take place at the Elm/South Avenue intersection will be emceed by the Town Players of New Canaan and feature performances from New Canaan Music, New England Academy of Dance, The Studio for Performing Arts, The Performing Arts Conservatory, The New Canaan Dance Academy NCHS Jazz Band, NC Dance Clinics and even a Dance Performance by our friends at the new Fred Astaire Dance Studio. The New Canaan's 2024 Holiday Stroll will be held on Friday December 6th on Elm Street from 5:30 – 8:30 pm.

  The highlight of Friday night will be a Holiday themed show with performers from many local theater and and dance groups. New Canaan Cares will be serving up S’Mores around the fire pit and the waffle cabin from Vermont will be selling fresh waffles.

Barvida - 137 Elm Street

Friday evening smoothie samples.

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Claudette - 106 Main Street

Friday Wine, champagne, and lite bites with holiday music on Friday, Lite bites on Saturday.

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Cobble Court Interiors - 21 South Avenue

Cobble Court Interiors invites you for a very special evening of COCKTAILS & HOLIDAY SHOPPING! Enjoy 25% OFF ALL HOLIDAY ITEMS!  

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Consider the Cook - 145 Elm Street

Friday & Saturday 15% off.

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Craftbottlz - 1 Morse Court

Friday & Saturday wine tastings.

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Element Medical Aesthetics - 80 Main Street

We have extended Black Friday for the Stroll! Pamper yourself or someone you love with an Element Gift Card! $1000 for $800, $500 for $425, $250 for $225. 

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Francos Wine Merchants - 130 Elm Street

Wine Tasting Saturday 1:00-5:00PM

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Gates Restaurant & Bar - 10 Forest Street

Holiday Karaoke after the Stroll! 8:30 - 11:30pm. Free kids meal (under 12) with every adult entree purchase all day Saturday! 

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Houlihan Lawrence - 161 Elm Street

Friday, Festive Open House 5:30-8:30pm. "Nibbles & Cheer", Saturday visit with Santa. 10am-3pm

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Manfredi Jewels - 72 Elm Street

Friday we will be handing out handing out candy watches, gold coins, and candy rings outside our store after closing. Saturday we will be hosting a trunk show at our store from 10am-4pm with Vendor "Mattioli" where we will have exclusive pieces not typically in store.

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Morgenthal Frederics - 127 Main Street

Holiday Gift $100 off purchase of $350 or more.

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New Canaan Healthfare - 2 Morse Court

Holiday Gift Baskets

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New Canaan Music - 90 Main Street

Friday we will have drinks and light bites! Great sales on select Taylor and Fender guitars as well as other instruments and accessories! Saturday Cookies and refreshments. plus great sales on select Taylor and Fender guitars as well as other instruments and accessories continue!

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No. 299 - 110 Main Street

Friday evening we will be serving a FESTIVE adult beverage and offering a gift with purchase while supplies last.

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Ski & Sport - 139 Elm Street

Cider and cookies both Friday & Saturday

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The Playhouse - 93 Elm Street

Giving out popcorn and hot chocolate, flyers and candy. Pub will be serving festive fare and there will be Christmas movies as well.

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That Personal Touch - 102 Main Street

FREE Monogram on any of our Bamboo Cutting Boards!!

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The Agency - 6 South Avenue

Gingerbread House Decorating Contest

Caregivers and kids are invited to join the holiday fun! Stop by our office to pick up a gingerbread house kit to take home and decorate. Once your masterpiece is complete, email us a photo along with your name and age. Stop by our office to pick up your kit either Friday 12/6 from Noon – 8:30 pm or Saturday 12/7 between 10:00 am – 3:00 pm. All entries will be featured on our social media pages, and we’ll announce the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners on Wednesday, December 18. Winners will receive New Canaan Chamber gift cards!

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The Glass House Design Store - 199 Elm Street

Enjoy a-never-before-offer of 10% off all purchases starting at Noon on Friday! Prosecco will be served on Friday starting at 4:00pm along with a special presentation by Dominica P. Baharian, buyer and manager of The Glass House Design Store. This event is offered in collaboration with the New Canaan 2024 Holiday Stroll and all participants will receive 10% off all purchases made during the in-person event.

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The Little Plucky - 111 Elm Street, Suite 1

Saturday - Holiday cookies and free handmade ornament with purchase of $50 or more

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The Spice & Tea Exchange - 118 Main Street

Friday, we will have hot cocoa and mulled cider to-go. We are raffling off a holiday gift basket. Saturday will be the last day for our Holiday Sale. Spend $50 - Get a $10 Gift Card, Spend $75 - Get $15 Gift Card, Spend $100 - Get $20 Gift Card

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The White Buffalo - 72 Park Street

Friday, extended happy hour. Saturday, early happy hour.

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Togs - 9 South Avenue

Friday, Lite bites , refreshments and chance to win $100 gift card. Saturday, cookies.

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Wave - 86 Elm Street

Friday evening Soiree with Lots of Cheer!! Saturday, Holiday Shopping at its Best!

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William Raveis - 4 Elm Street

Friday Cookies and Treats

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Come help us celebrate our new home, sweet home! You won't want to miss this! Giveaways, Live Demos, Exclusive Deals, Sweet Treats, and so much MORE!

Light Up Rowayton & Eggnog Contest on Sunday, December 1 from 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. in Pinkney Park, 177 Rowayton Ave. Join us at dusk where we will light up the town with festive lights, hear music from the Brien McMahon choir, shop at the holiday gift show tent, and enjoy a visit from Santa on his big red firetruck. After the lights are on, walk down to town for the highly anticipated eggnog contest and revel in the spirit of the season with friends and family. More information at https://www.rowaytoncivicassociation.org/. @rowaytoncivicassociation

This exciting celebration will feature the presentation of the Fodor Farm arboretum plan, which promises to become a vibrant hub for learning, relaxation, and appreciation of nature in Norwalk.

Guests will be treated to pie, refreshments, and the warmth of community spirit as we embark on this transformative project together.

Bring your friends and come eat pie with us and simultaneously be a hero by donating to plant more trees in Norwalk.

Pie Eating with the NTA
Sunday, December 1st
4:30 pm to 6:00 pm

WHERE
Fodor Farm
328 Flax Hill Rd, Norwalk, CT 06854

We look forward to having you join us for this FREE event.

If you have any questions please email us at
info@norwalktreealliance.com

FREE. This Saturday 11/30 we’re having a free Open House and some art/mural workshops along with some great musicians and live music at the Washington Street location! Come tag our wall and giant spray can. Also come check out the @5amartstudio room See you then.

https://theartmonsterstudio.com/onwashingtonst/event-three-pzzry

Kids Saturday Morning Cartooning Class (Ages 6-14) - Every Saturday morning

• 10:00 AM 11:30 AM

• It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

Graffiti Handstyles workshop with ASEC Saturdays 12pm-1pm - All Ages

• Saturday, November 30, 2024

• 12:00 PM 1:00 PM

• ASEC will be teaching some of the styles graffiti artists need to learn. From graffiti tagging styles, learning how to develop your own letter styles, and the importance of finding inspiration from artists, but not copying them. All materials supplies. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

FREE All Ages Mural Workshop - @Werpeps

• Saturday, November 30, 2024

• 4:00 PM 5:00 PM

  Come ready to design your own mural on a large wall that will be displayed in the studio.

  Think of a subject matter a head of time so you are ready to get messy and paint your masterpiece! REGISTER HERE

• All Ages Street Art Workshop 11/30th

  • Saturday, November 30, 2024

  • 5:00 PM 6:00 PM

  • Get ready to spray, splash, and unleash your inner street artist! Join us for an electrifying indoor workshop packed with spray painting excitement. In just one hour, you'll dive into the vibrant world of graffiti art, mastering the basics while letting your creativity soar. But that's not all – you'll also craft your very own custom stencil-filled canvas masterpiece to take home! So, come prepared to learn, laugh, and leave your mark on our walls. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Traditional Thanksgiving Foods and Desserts, Activities for Kids, Music, Entertainment

Join us for the grand opening (family friendly) bash of our Art Monster Studio Pop-Up Nov 23rd 6-9pm, located in the heart of South Norwalk on Washington Street, Norwalk, CT!

I’ll be giving away 25 FREE 18x24 paintings, plus a free Art Monster T-shirt for the first 30 guests through the door.

Come paint, get messy, and celebrate with us!
FREE Ticket link https://events.humanitix.com/art-monster-on-washington-street-opening?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaYj6TMfHGRdhlc182jdYpwHAW3vlnDBaRAVtX-7kyQDzo9ontywD-zrqxw_aem_hMUsg7odqo5h2H88EGUYaQ

Join one of the world’s most imaginative and skillful artists at the opening of his new solo show.

Craig Alan’s complex and meaningful artworks combine technical skill, creativity, wit – and people. His distinctive images portray iconic faces, buildings and abstracts through hundreds of intricately painted figures, who come together, frozen in time, to create a beautiful ‘bigger picture’. 

Please join us for our annual Sip & Splurge ~ a pre-holiday shopping event to benefit cancer research.

Great way to start your holiday shopping while supporting local businesses and helping a great cause. A portion of each purchase will be donated to the William Raveis Charity Fund which supports doctors at @danafarber and @damon_runyon

Together we can find a cure!!

#raveischaritablefund #damonrunyoncancerresearchfoundation #danafarber #cancerresearch #shoplocalct

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The Westport Arts Advisory Committee presents its annual TEA (Thinkers, Educators, Artists) Talk, a panel discussion exploring Humor in the Arts: When "Ha-Ha Becomes a No-No."

Those appearing include editorial cartoonist Matt Davies, writer/actor/comedian Olivia Levine, comedian Alexandra McHale, artist Norm Siegel, and playwright/screenwriter Frederick Stroppel.

Reception to follow. This event is intended for a PG-13 audience.

S.T.A.R, The Glass House and the Carriage Barn Arts Center invite you to two events this week and next.

This Saturday, 11/16, kicks off the Through Your Looking Glass Fairfield County Student Social Justice Art Showcase featuring art from 60 students of all ages from across Fairfield County. Notable local professional artists to be featured are Jahmane West and Butch Quick. All are welcome to the opening reception from 1-3pm and the exhibit will remain up through 11/24.

On 11/24, from 3-4:30pm, artists Jahmane West and Butch Quick will lead a fun and inspiring interactive art workshop. Come prepared to roll up your sleeves to make art and learn more about these fantastic artists. Appropriate for all ages!

Enjoy drinks, live music, and a special gift with your purchase!

Southern Tide is proud to partner with Save the Sound for this event to help protect our local ecosystems and waterways.

Enjoy an evening filled with bubbles 🥂, tasty bites 🧀, exclusive discounts 🛍️, and exciting giveaways 🎁. It’s the perfect chance to explore a curated collection of women’s clothing and accessories inspired by coastal and city living

Sharing a common strategy, Palma Blank, Stephen Maine and Doreen McCarthy create artworks of visual abundance and intensity, pointing to the “extra” in Extra Extra! Dedicated to abstraction, each artist approaches their work with distinct processes and materials to convey visual energy. By questioning notions of both depth and flatness, illusion and objecthood, or gravitational force and weight, the viewer can connect imaginatively and physically with the artworks presented by these artists at the Flinn Gallery.

Curated by Kirsten Pitts.

On View:

Nov. 14, 2024 - Jan. 8, 2025

Winner of Best of the Gold Coast, and Best of Greenwich - 2 consecutive years 2023 & 2024.

Open 7 days:

MTWFSa 10-5

Th 10-8, Su 1-5

Join us on November 14th to celebrate 10 years of Pure Barre Darien! Enjoy snacks, drinks provided by @thevintagehorse, raffles, classes and more!

RSVP for tickets here

Join us for an evening of connection at the Arts & Creative Industry Mixer. This networking event brings together members of Norwalk’s vibrant arts community for light bites, conversation, and a chance to expand your creative network.

Meet fellow artists, creators, business owners, and organizations passionate about supporting the arts in Norwalk | Discover how the Norwalk Arts & Culture Commission is supporting the local arts scene and how you can get involved | Let us know what types of events and collaborations you want to see in the future | Help us build a comprehensive network of artists, businesses, and potential partners for future opportunities

RSVP today to reserve your spot!https://www.eventbrite.com/e/arts-creative-industry-mixer-tickets-1050710201497?fbclid=IwY2xjawGV_UdleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHXMFri2TmxnaY6N09igiOwIyitSj49T4K3ea9ou-fP_5OHOu1x2djVUB_w_aem_nZ-5Gtktt6Pi96dSt12J7A

STACKED: Merging Layers opens Saturday November 9, with an Artist Reception from 6 - 8pm. Featuring 2024-25 Korry Fellow, Lauren Clayton, and Regional Artists Holly Danger and Brian Kaspr, Stacked promises to be a kaleidoscope of colors and deeply meaningful messages woven together through drawings, paintings, and collages on canvas and in video. The three artists cross paths in their journey of creation, experimentation, stacks of sketchbooks, journals, and ephemera works that transcend their given mediums.

Friday, November 8th 6:00-9:00 pm

Saturday, November 9th 1:00- 5:00 pm