Danbury Events Calendar: See What's Happening In The Area This Week

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06 December, 2021

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DANBURY, CT — Wondering what there is to do this week? Below, we've included some of this week's top events from around the Danbury area. Here's a roundup of local events coming up in the area this week. Hot tip: If you're hosting an event and want to see it in the next roundup, you can add it to the calendar using this form. As always, it's free to post an event in your community. To reach more people, you can promote your event and share it nearby for $1 per day per community. Here are a few events happening this week in and near Danbury: Salsa December 2021 When: Monday, December 6th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Vitti's Dance Studio What: Salsa Classes "on 1" Monday nights, December session begins on 12/6. Beginner Class at 7 pm, Intermediate Class at 8 pm. 4 weeks $60, $20 drop-in per class. Learn steps to get yourself moving to the Latin rhythms. Start with the basics and advance to the next level to show y... Learn More Featured Event: Conversations with Cicerones: Athletics and Riding at Walker's When: Tuesday, December 7th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Virtual Event What: Whether students are riders, play soccer, swim, and golf or other sports — they all have something in common — they all love their teams and the relationships that they build by being a member of a team. These relationships are the foundation of the winning culture that is pervasi... Learn More Featured Event: Conversations with Cicerones: Athletics and Riding at Walker's (Michelle Helmin) Pearl Harbor Day Ceremony When: Tuesday, December 7th at 10:00 a.m. Where: Danbury War Memorial What: The Danbury Council of Veterans will be holding its annual Pearl Harbor Day service on Tuesday December 7 and 2021 at 10:00 am inside the War Memorial Building on Memorial drive in Danbury CT. This year marks the 80th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. Our speakers wil... Learn More Wee Readers Preschool Storytime for 3-5 year olds @ Danbury Library When: Tuesday, December 7th 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 Mini Masters: Learn about Paul Klee @Danbury Library (FREE for ages 6-10) When: Tuesday, December 7th at 3:00 p.m. Where: Danbury Public Library 170 Main Street, Danbury, CT 06810 What: This is a LIVE, IN-PERSON event at the Library. Explore great artists and their masterpieces! Each month discover one of the world's great artists through stories and hands-on art activities. Free! For ages 6-10. Registration required. Space is limited. Please register for ea... Learn More V G BKB Danbury @ Brookfield (Scrim.) When: Tuesday, December 7th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Danbury High School SportsLearn More V G IHOC Ridgefield @ Fairfield Ludlowe/Warde Co-op When: Tuesday, December 7th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Danbury High School SportsLearn More SpeedCubing Club for age 10+ @Danbury Library When: Tuesday, December 7th 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 LaBlast Fitness When: Tuesday, December 7th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Vitti's Dance Studio What: Come experience the excitement and fun of the newest dance-fitness class. "LaBlast Fitness", created by Louis Van Amstel of "Dancing with the Stars", is taught by certified instructor, Denise Nethercott, who will lead you in this partner-free, simple, low impact, safe, fun and... Learn More Toys, Trinkets, and Treasures: The Story of the Nesting Doll - a Virtual Program When: Tuesday, December 7th at 6:30 p.m. Where: FREE LIVE Virtual Program via ZOOM What: Please Note: This is a virtual program via Zoom. Participants will receive a link to the program via email upon completing registration. Russian matryoshka dolls, often painted to depict peasants, have become an icon of Russian culture. The bright colors, distinctive shapes, ... Learn More Featured Event: Virtual Middle School Preview When: Wednesday, December 8th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Virtual What: Head of Walker's Middle School Isabel Ceballos and Director of Enrollment Aline Rossiter invite you join them to learn about Walker's Middle School for girls in grades 6 through 8. They will introduce you to the day in the life of a Walker's Middle School student, and you can ... Learn More Featured Event: Virtual Middle School Preview (Michelle Helmin) Featured Event: WEBINAR: Deconstructing Leg Pain When: Wednesday, December 8th at 6:30 p.m. What: This is a FREE webinar and will be offered via Zoom. Are you experiencing leg pain and are unsure of what's causing it? Causes of leg pain can include pulled muscle, arthritis, strain, spine issues (sciatica, spinal stenosis), or tendinitis. Join Hospital for Special Surgery ... Learn More Featured Event: WEBINAR: Deconstructing Leg Pain (Bonnie McGrath) The Reading Road Trip: Full STEAM Ahead - a Virtual Adventure (for ages 5+) When: Wednesday, December 8th 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 Jr. Engineers - LEGO® 3D Computer Aided Design FREE for Ages 8+ @Danbury Library When: Wednesday, December 8th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Danbury Public Library What: This is where you come to train to become a true LEGO® Master Builder! Learn the techniques developed by experienced LEGO® Masters and used by professional LEGO® Sculptors, Engineers, and Artisans to create some of the world's most inspiring works of art. Put aside the LEGO® s... Learn More 'Tis the Season! Holiday Traditions from the Golden Age of Radio - Virtual Program When: Wednesday, December 8th at 6:30 p.m. Where: FREE LIVE Virtual Program via ZOOM What: Please Note: This is a virtual program via Zoom. Participants will receive a link to the program via email once they have registered. Registration closes at 6:00 PM on Wednesday, December 8, 2021. For many people, the holidays are a time of traditions—and there were plenty... Learn More Featured Event: S.M.A.R.T., Inc. Parent University: Hidden in Plain Sight When: Thursday, December 9th at 6:30 p.m. Where: Pomperaug High School What: In partnership with CAPP (CT Association of Prevention Professionals) This Parent University is for adults and parents to raise awareness of signs that may point to risky adolescent behaviors. Email [email protected] or call 203-451-1571 for more information Learn More Featured Event: S.M.A.R.T., Inc. Parent University: Hidden in Plain Sight (SMART, Inc.) Wee Wigglers Storytime (Toddlers 18-36 months) @Danbury Library When: Thursday, December 9th 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 Hats4Cause - Henry Abbott Technical High School When: Thursday, December 9th at 2:15 p.m. Where: Henry Abbott Technical High SchoolLearn More V B BKB Danbury v. Torrington (Scrim.) When: Thursday, December 9th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Danbury High School SportsLearn More Earring Making Workshop with Joan Lloyd FREE for ages 10+ @Danbury Library When: Thursday, December 9th at 6:00 p.m. Where: Danbury Public Library What: Expert crafter Joan Lloyd returns with her popular earring making workshop! The workshop is free, but Joan asks that participants donate one pair of earrings to a shelter for every pair that they make to keep.FREE! Ages 10-adults.Younger children are welcome with an adult or ... Learn More History and Legends Through Songs - Virtual When: Thursday, December 9th at 6:00 p.m. Where: FREE LIVE Virtual Program via ZOOM What: Please Note: This is a virtual program via ZOOM. Participants will receive a link to the meeting via email once they have registered.Jon Waterman will take you on a tour of fascinating, sometimes legendary, sometimes little known characters and happenings over nearly 5000 year... Learn More Featured Event: Newtown Holiday Lights & Laser Show December 10th-12th When: Friday, December 10th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Newtown Community Center What: The Newtown Community Center and Newtown Chamber of Commerce are spreading holiday cheer this year on the Fairfield Hills campus. Beginning on December 10th-12th from the comfort of your car watch a laser light show and winter wonderland drive thru with a visit from Santa and ... Learn More Featured Event: Newtown Holiday Lights & Laser Show December 10th-12th (Judith Miller) Featured Event: All are invited to the First Congregational Church's Annual Christmas Concert When: Friday, December 10th at 7:00 p.m. Where: First Congregational Church What: The First Congregational Church invites you to its Annual Christmas Concert, a tradition that will leave you filled with holiday spirit! Celebrate both the beautiful Christmas season and being able to finally join together and sing again at this festive evening featuring the ... Learn More All are invited to the First Congregational Church's Annual Christmas Concert (Suze) Featured Event: HUGE Holiday Wedding Dress Sample Sale- 12/10 - 12/11 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m When: Friday, December 10th at 10:00 p.m. Where: Edmond Town Hall, Alexandria Room, 45 Main St, Newtown, CT, 06470 What: The Persnickety Bride  is having a  HUGE Off the rack Sample sale will will be happening at Edmond Town Hall, 45 Main Street, Newtown, Connecticut in The Alexandria ROOM.December 10th through December 11th - 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Dresses will start at $100.00 and will go ... Learn More Featured Event: HUGE Holiday Wedding Dress Sample Sale- 12/10 - 12/11 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m (DENISE BUZY-PUCHEU) V G IHOC Ridgefield v. Darien - Danbury High School Sports When: Friday, December 10th at 12:00 p.m. Where: Danbury High School SportsLearn More Stuff-A-Truck Toy Drive - Danbury Volunteer Fire Department When: Friday, December 10th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Five Below What: The Danbury Volunteer Fire Department will continue its tradition of collecting toys for Family & Children's Aid. The organization stations a truck in Danbury Square to fill up a truck every Friday until December 17! The following day, a procession of firetrucks delivers t... Learn More WCSU hosts a 'Sip & Paint' on Dec. 10 When: Friday, December 10th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Visual & Performing Arts Center What: Western Connecticut State University's Department of Art invites the public to participate in a "Sip & Paint" from 7 – 9 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 10, in the university's Design Studio, Room 145 in the Visual and Performing Arts Center, 43 Lake Ave. Extension, Danbury. The even... Learn More The Nutcracker, December 10, 11, 12 When: Friday, December 10th at 7:30 p.m. Where: Danbury High School What: The Danbury Music Centre presents The Nutcracker Friday, December 10, 7:30pm  Saturday, December 11, 2:30 & 7pm Sunday, December 12, 3pm Tickets are available here:https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/... This wonderful Danbury tradition has been presented by the Danbury Music C... Learn More Featured Event: Winter Vendor Fair When: Saturday, December 11th at 9:00 a.m. Where: Keystone Place at Wooster Heights What: We are looking for vendors for our 1st Annual Vendor Fair.  Just in time for the holidays.  Come join us to sell your wares.  Please contact Meredith Ledney for an application.  203-456-3370 Learn More Featured Event: Winter Vendor Fair (Meredith Pickel Ledney) Featured Event: Celebrate the Season With The Mad Hatter Chorus When: Saturday, December 11th at 3:00 p.m. Where: Church of Christ-Danbury What: Looking for some free holiday fun? Join the Danbury Mad Hatter Chorus and its quartets for an afternoon of harmony and good cheer on Saturday, December 11 at 3PM. Bring the whole family and sing along to some of your favorite holiday songs: "Jingle Bells," Feast of Lights Medl... Learn More V FB Danbury @ CIAC Football Finals - Danbury High School Sports When: Saturday, December 11th at 12:00 a.m. Where: Danbury High School SportsLearn More Danbury Fish & Game Xmas Tag and Craft Sale When: Saturday, December 11th at 8:00 a.m. Where: 33 Hayestown Rd What: Indoor/Outdoor. Lots of outdoor goods, nice clothing. Consignments and other vendors are welcome  Donations being accepted. Please Contact  203.223.1764 Learn More High School Placement Test (HSPT) When: Saturday, December 11th at 8:30 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 Saturday, December 11 - 8:30am The HSPT is a mandatory part of the freshman application for admission. Immaculate will be offer... Learn More Ride a Vintage Train to Visit Santa Claus - All Aboard The Snow Clipper for the First Gift Express When: Saturday, December 11th 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 Celebrate the Season With The Mad Hatter Chorus When: Saturday, December 11th at 3:00 p.m. Where: Church of Christ-Danbury What: Looking for some free holiday fun? Join the Danbury Mad Hatter Chorus and its quartets for an afternoon of harmony and good cheer on Saturday, December 11 at 3PM. Bring the whole family and sing along to some of your favorite holiday songs: "Jingle Bells," "Feast of Lights Med... Learn More Featured Event: Tibetan Crafts - Holiday Shopping When: Sunday, December 12th at 12:00 p.m. Where: 30 Putnam Park Road What: We are happy to announce that we will open our Tibetan Craft and Dharma Shop for holiday shopping on December 12th and 19th from 12:00 - 2:30. We have an assortment of Tibetan Blankets, Shawls, Singing Bowls, Sari Pants, Incense/Incense Boxes, Mala's, Jewelry, Tee Shirts and a... Learn More Featured Event: Tibetan Crafts - Holiday Shopping (Gloria Gunther Cosgrove) St. Peter R. C. Church 10:30 AM Mass with Adult Choir When: Sunday, December 12th at 10:30 a.m. Where: St. Peter R.C. Church 10:30 Mass with Adult Choir 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 12th 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 local events posted by your neighbors, 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. 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