Family events in Norwalk, CT

Inspired by Kobi Yamada’s picture book What Do You Do With an Idea?, Bunny Book Group encourages children to see how ideas of any kind can grow into something special. Each week features a new reading from a different book in Grace Farms’ curated Library, paired with hands-on activities that build confidence and spark imagination. Recommended for children up to age 5 with adult caregivers. All ticket purchases are final, and refunds, credits, or ticket transfers are not available.

Children and families can spark summertime imagination in the Plaza during an outdoor building experience. Participants collaborate to envision the world they hope to see, then shape, cut, and connect a shared structure using recycled cardboard and natural materials gathered at Grace Farms. Led by Arts Educator Nancy Jameson and the Grace Farms Education Team, this creative session cultivates problem solving, teamwork, and joyful making in the open air. Recommended for ages 4 to 11 with adult caregivers.

Low lights, pulsing music, and colorful effects transform the rink into a party on ice. Skate a few laps with friends, pause between songs to relax, then jump back in as the vibe evolves throughout the session. Cosmic Skate offers a relaxed yet energetic experience that feels fresh every time, making it an easy pick for a new weekend tradition.

At Grace Farms in CT, Jumpin’ Jams offers an energetic live music and movement experience for young children. Professional musician Jason Pharr leads the session with catchy, original songs that support early language development and inspire curiosity. Little ones will sing, dance, and explore rhythm in a friendly, supportive setting alongside their caregivers. Recommended for ages 9 months to 4 years with an accompanying adult.

This i9 Sports multi-sport camp welcomes children in grades K–5 to explore a variety of activities in a safe and supportive setting. Participants try a different sport each day while building fundamental skills, growing confidence, and learning teamwork with encouragement from positive coaches. Sessions are held at Lathon Wider Community Center. Registration is handled through Stamford Parks & Rec.

Get Lit performs at St Ann Black Rock as part of St. Ann's Summer Concert Series, creating a neighborhood gathering centered on live music. This family friendly event welcomes the Black Rock community to enjoy a local summer concert together.

At Grace Farms, CT, families explore the building materials highlighted in the With Every Fiber: Pigment, Stone, Glass exhibit through playful, hands-on activities. Participants experiment with pigment, stone, glass, and other everyday elements to see how they can be shaped, altered, and reimagined. Alongside the Grace Education Team, attendees can play, build, take things apart, and follow the journey of materials used in our built environment. Curiosity leads the way as imagination transforms ordinary objects into something extraordinary.

A colorful, hands-on session where children experiment with varied art materials to craft a lively landscape collage, inspired by plans for a blooming lawn in the Plaza. After exploring the types of flowers expected to blossom at Grace Farms in the coming years, they imagine their own floral scene and turn it into a distinctive work of art. Open Arts Studio focuses on the place itself, encouraging open-ended discovery and reflection on the building, its forms, and the ideas behind it. This weekly series is led by Grace Farms Arts Educator Nancy Jameson. Recommended for ages 4 to 11 with an adult caregiver.