Danbury Area Events: See What's Coming Up This Week

Danbury CT

29 November, 2021

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DANBURY, CT — Want to go on a family outing? Hoping to spend a night out with friends? Patch has you covered with several events and happenings taking place this week in Danbury. Here are some events taking place in town this week. Hosting an event? Whether you're planning a knitting circle, a coat drive, or yoga in the park, there's no better place to share it than Patch's event calendar. You can also spread the word in nearby communities by promoting your event. The cost is $1 per day per community. Here are all of this week's events in and around Danbury: Featured Event: Save 15% On All L.L.Bean Wicked Good Slippers — For A Limited Time When: Monday, November 29th at 11:00 p.m. What: At L.L.Bean, we know there's nothing better than sliding our feet into some warm, toasty slippers on a cold winter morning. Here in Maine, when something is outstanding, it gets the title "wicked good" — and our slippers are exactly that. We sell one pair of our Wicked Good Sl... Learn MoreFeatured Event: Save 15% On All L.L.Bean Wicked Good Slippers — For A Limited Time (L.L.Bean) Featured Event: Kindergarten Information Session When: Tuesday, November 30th at 6:00 p.m. Where: St Mary School What: ​​​​St. Mary School is holding a Kindergarten Information Session for prospective families on Tuesday, November 30, and from 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm. Parents will learn about Kindergarten readiness and the benchmarks that children should meet to ensure a successful transition to the Ki... Learn More Featured Event: Kindergarten Information Session (Linda Garvey) Featured Event: José Feliciano - Human Trafficking Awareness Concert When: Tuesday, November 30th at 7:00 p.m. Where: The Ridgefield Playhouse What: Traffick Jam Live is producing a Human Trafficking Awareness concert featuring José Feliciano and special guest Vaneese Thomas on Tuesday November 30th at 7pm. Celebrate the 50 years of José Feliciano's beloved Christmas song and "Feliz Navidad". Tickets available online at the R... Learn More Featured Event: José Feliciano - Human Trafficking Awareness Concert (Bo Beatty) Featured Event: FREE Virtual College Planning Workshop When: Tuesday, November 30th at 7:30 p.m. Where: Virtual What: Please join us for a free educational college planning virtual workshop that will focus on high school and middle school students. Learn how decisions you make now will affect the college admissions and financial aid process. In this workshop, we will discuss: C... Learn More Featured Event: FREE Virtual College Planning Workshop (admin) Featured Event: Free Virtual College Planning Workshop When: Tuesday, November 30th at 7:30 p.m. Where: Virtual What: Please join us for a free educational college planning virtual workshop that will focus on high school and middle school students. Learn how decisions you make now will affect the college admissions and financial aid process. In this workshop, we will discuss: C... Learn More Featured Event: Free Virtual College Planning Workshop (admin) V FB Danbury @ CIAC Football Quarterfinals When: Tuesday, November 30th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Danbury High School SportsLearn More Wee Readers Preschool Storytime for 3-5 year olds When: Tuesday, November 30th at 10:30 a.m. Where: Danbury Public Library, 170 Main St, Danbury, CT, 06810 What: Discover fall with your Wee Reader! Hear stories, sing songs, and play with your preschooler, and make a craft related to the story to reinforce the learning! Free! For children ages 3-5 and one caregiver. Limited space available. Registration required. Please register for ea... Learn More Homework Help - FREE - for ages 6-12 - @Danbury Library When: Tuesday, November 30th at 3:00 p.m. Where: Danbury Public Library, 170 Main St, Danbury, CT, 06810 What: Teen volunteers will be available to help younger students with their homework.Registration is recommended. Please let us know what grade you are in and what you need help with when you sign up. Register here: https://danburylibrary.evanced... Learn More SpeedCubing Club for age 10+ @Danbury Library When: Tuesday, November 30th at 5:30 p.m. Where: Danbury Public Library, 170 Main St, Danbury, CT, 06810 What: Come join us to learn all about speedcubing! Beginners and experienced cubers are all welcome. An instructor will be on hand to teach you to solve a 3x3 Rubik's Cube or learn to solve it faster.It's a great way to make new friends or keep up with old ones while enjoying a fun... Learn More Featured Event: Pocketbook Bingo When: Wednesday, December 1st at 5:30 p.m. Where: Four Brothers Pizza Restaurant What: Have a great time with your friends! Win a gorgeous new Michael Kors, Kate Spade or Coach handbag. (Retail $250+) 10 Bingo games + 11th game for Table Captains only (tables of 8 or 10). $50 for a delicious pasta dinner (served 5:30-6:30pm), and 3 Bingo cards (additional Bingo ... Learn More Featured Event: Women Owning their Wealth (WOW) Collaborative Virtual Holiday Fireside Chat When: Wednesday, December 1st at 5:30 p.m. Where: Online What: Are you ready for a little self-care? Women Owning their Wealth (WOW) Collaborative is here for you. WOW Collaborative is a community of accomplished women who value having a safe space to network and learn about retirement planning and personal finances. Founded by Caroline ... Learn More Featured Event: Women Owning their Wealth (WOW) Collaborative Virtual Holiday Fireside Chat (Caroline Wetzel) High School Placement Test (HSPT) When: Wednesday, December 1st at 8:00 a.m. Where: 73 Southern Blvd What: The HSPT is a one-time test taken at Immaculate High School and is required for all freshman applicants. Please register at www.immaculatehs.org/hspt for one of the following dates: Wednesday, December 1 - 8am - 1pm The HSPT is a mandatory part of the freshman application for ... Learn More The Reading Road Trip: Full STEAM Ahead - a Virtual Adventure (for ages 5+) When: Wednesday, December 1st at 11:00 a.m. Where: https://www.facebook.com/pg/danburylibrary/videos What: THIS IS A PRE RECORDED PROGRAM VIA FACEBOOK Checkers and Snoozer are back for some brand new adventures! This fall join your favorite wacky inventor and his robot sidekick and unlock your creative potential through books, arts and crafts, health and wellness tips, and science ... Learn More WCSU student artists present holiday ceramics sale Dec. 1 & 2 When: Wednesday, December 1st at 11:00 a.m. Where: Western Connecticut State University, White Hall Room 017, 181 White St, Danbury, CT, 06810 What: Hand-crafted ceramic works created by student artists at Western Connecticut State University will be available for purchase during a sale and open house at the WCSU Department of Art's Ceramics Studio from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 1, and Thursday, Dec. 2. The de... Learn More Girls Who Code 2021-22 @Danbury Library (for ages 10-13 years) When: Wednesday, December 1st at 3:30 p.m. Where: Danbury Public Library 170 Main Street, Danbury, CT 06810 What: This is a hybrid program. Participants may come to the Danbury Library to attend the course, or use the Zoom link provided in the registration confirmation and reminder emails to participate virtually. Join our sisterhood of supportive peers & role models using computer sc... Learn More Belly Dance with Riskallah Riyad When: Wednesday, December 1st at 4:45 p.m. Where: Vitti's Dance Studio What: Renowned dance teacher Riskallah Riyad (Dolores Matzen), has been teaching Middle Eastern dance arts for over 40 years. Dolores is known for her energetic teaching style, and the ability to communicate movement to students of any level! Beginner classes focus on basic movement... Learn More Board of Education Annual Meeting - Danbury School District When: Wednesday, December 1st at 5:30 p.m. Where: Danbury School District Learn More Shop Selection Night - Henry Abbott Technical High School When: Wednesday, December 1st at 5:45 p.m. Where: Henry Abbott Technical High SchoolLearn More Trivia Night! with the Danbury Library @Charter Oak Brewery When: Wednesday, December 1st at 6:00 p.m. Where: Charter Oak Brewing What: We're so excited to be back LIVE and IN PERSON at Charter Oak Brewery! If you would like to play in person, doors open at 6pm and trivia begins at 6:30pm. No advance registration is necessary for in-person play. See you at trivia! We will also be offering a Zoom component ... Learn More Danbury Library's Trivia Night! @ Charter Oak Brewery When: Wednesday, December 1st at 6:00 p.m. Where: Charter Oak Brewing What: We're so excited to be back LIVE and IN PERSON at Charter Oak Brewery! If you would like to play in person, doors open at 6pm and trivia begins at 6:30pm. No advance registration is necessary for in-person play. We will also be offering a Zoom component for those patrons who... Learn More Wee Wigglers Storytime (Toddlers 18-36 months) @Danbury Library When: Thursday, December 2nd at 10:30 a.m. Where: Danbury Public Library, 170 Main St, Danbury, CT, 06810 What: This is a Live & In-Person event at the Library. Wiggle with your little ones during this music and movement based storytime! Sing songs, listen to stories, and get ready to move! This in-person storytime is designed for children ages 18-36 months. Free! For children 18-36... Learn More St. Peter R. C. Church 7:30 PM Adult Choir Practice When: Thursday, December 2nd at 7:30 p.m. Where: 104 Main St What: Adult Choir Practice  7:30 - 9:00 PM Learn More Hustle When: Thursday, December 2nd at 8:00 p.m. Where: Vitti's Dance Studio What: December Hustle session begins Thursday, 12/2 at 8 pm. This class goes beyond the basics. Students must know & be comfortable with the 3-count rhythm, cross body lead & inside turns. Dust off your Hustle skills and pick up where you left off to continue developing yo... Learn More Featured Event: Concert Brings Paul McCartney Music to Edmond Town Hall Theater Dec 3 When: Friday, December 3rd at 8:00 p.m. Where: Edmond Town Hall Theater, 45 Main What: Features McCartney Favorites Peppered with Beatles and Holiday Songs Sir Paul will perform at Edmond Town Hall Theater in Newtown on Friday, December 3, 2021 at 8 p.m. The band is dedicated to bringing audiences music from the expansive work of ex-Beatle and musical legend P... Learn More Featured Event: Concert Brings Paul McCartney Music to Edmond Town Hall Theater Dec 3 (edmond townhall) Bachata When: Friday, December 3rd at 6:00 p.m. Where: Vitti's Dance Studio What: December session starts 12/3. Fridays 6 p.m. – 6.45 p.m. Bachata is a Latin dance which originated in the Dominican Republic & is now danced all over the world! Come learn some moves that will get you moving on the dance floor! Learn More Christmas Fair When: Saturday, December 4th at 9:00 a.m. Where: King Street United Church of Christ What: KSUCC CHRISTMAS FAIR December 4th from 9am-3pm 201 S King St, Danbury, CT Come check out the Christmas Boutique and kids only section. Yummy food to go, many vendors, bake sale, and silent auction. *Please note masks are required inside the building. Learn More Take & Make Holiday Crafts for 3 years and older FREE! @Danbury Library When: Saturday, December 4th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Danbury Public Library What: Create your own holiday magic during the annual Danbury Library craft fair! Craft materials will be available on the junior floor for children and families to make a special craft to take home (while supplies last.) After creating your own project, be sure to visit the local a... Learn More Read with Rosie the Therapy Dog @Danbury Library When: Saturday, December 4th at 10:30 a.m. Where: Danbury Public Library, 170 Main St, Danbury, CT, 06810 What: Read with Rosie the Therapy Dog! Pick your favorite book and read aloud during your special one-on-one time with Rosie. Not a reader? Come tell Rosie a story with a picture book. Especially helpful for reluctant readers and children with special needs. Each registrant will be ... Learn More Ride a Vintage Train to Visit Santa Claus - All Aboard The Snow Clipper for the First Gift Express When: Saturday, December 4th at 12:00 p.m. Where: Danbury Railway Museum What: That portly gent from the North Pole will once again pay a visit to the Danbury Railway Museum and you can take a ride in a vintage train through the historic railyard to visit him. This is a major fund-raising event for the museum and will take place on Saturdays and Sundays... Learn More Christmas Market When: Saturday, December 4th at 12:00 p.m. Where: Saint Joseph's Church What: This fun and festive Christmas Market will have local vendors, entertainment for kids, a bake sale, delicious food, pictures with Santa and more! Learn More V G BKB Danbury v. Lady Hatters Jamboree When: Saturday, December 4th at 12:00 p.m. Where: Danbury High School SportsLearn More WCSU invites budding artists to have works reviewed by art faculty When: Saturday, December 4th at 1:00 p.m. Where: Room 145 of the WCSU Visual and Performing Arts Center, 43 Lake Ave. Extension in Danbury. What: The Western Connecticut State University Department of Art offers an opportunity for students interested in pursuing an education in art and design to have their works reviewed by members of the WCSU art faculty during "Portfolio Review Day" from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. ... Learn More WCSU Presents Holiday Pops Concert on December 4 When: Saturday, December 4th at 3:00 p.m. Where: WCSU Visual & Performing Arts Center, 43 Lake Ave Ext, Danbury, CT, 06811 What: Western Connecticut State University's Department of Music presents a "Holiday Pops" live concert from 3 - 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 4, at the Veronica Hagman Concert Hall in the university's Visual and Performing Arts Center, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury. This concert ... Learn More WCSU Presents Holiday Pops Concert When: Saturday, December 4th at 3:00 p.m. Where: Veronica Hagman Concert Hall, WCSU Visual and Performing Arts Center, 43 Lake Ave. Ext., Danbury What: Western Connecticut State University's Department of Music presents a "Holiday Pops" live concert from 3 - 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 4, at the Veronica Hagman Concert Hall in the university's Visual and Performing Arts Center, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury. This concert ... Learn More V FB Danbury @ CIAC Football Semifinals When: Sunday, December 5th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Danbury High School SportsLearn More St Peter R. C. Church 10:30 AM Mass with Adult Choir When: Sunday, December 5th at 10:30 a.m. Where: 104 Main St What: 10:30 AM Mass with Adult Choir Learn More Ride a Vintage Train to Visit Santa Claus - All Aboard The Snow Clipper for the First Gift Express When: Sunday, December 5th at 12:00 p.m. Where: Danbury Railway Museum What: That portly gent from the North Pole will once again pay a visit to the Danbury Railway Museum and you can take a ride in a vintage train through the historic railyard to visit him. This is a major fund-raising event for the museum and will take place on Saturdays and Sundays... Learn More Check out more awesome local events, or add your own, on the Danbury Patch community calendar. Editor's note: This article was automatically generated based on event information mainly provided by community members. Patch has not independently verified most of this information, always check with organizers to confirm posted events are proceeding as planned. Click on any event in the list for more details. You can also reach out to [email protected] with any questions or other feedback about this article.