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Weekend Fun: Egg Hunts, Baby Animals, and a Car Race; April 6-7

Photo courtesy of Syman Says Farms
Photo courtesy of Syman Says Farms
4/3/19 - By Donald Eng

Baseball is back! With the return of the Boys of Summer, it's time to put away the snowblower and tune up the lawnmower. But not this weekend: This weekend looks perfect for outdoor family activities. For starters, there are annual egg hunts galore, including ones in New Canaan, Monroe, and Redding.  Or, get ready for fishing season with a family fishing class in Litchfield. For kids who prefer to stay indoors, check out the annual Essex Library book sale or, for higher-octane fun, head to Thompson Motor Speedway's opening weekend for numerous family-friendly events.

We update our Events Calendar frequently so be sure to check back for even more great suggestions. To keep up with the latest family-friendly events and activities, sign up for our newsletters, and follow us on Facebook and Instagram. Have a fantastic weekend!

 

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Thompson Speedway 45th Annual Icebreaker

Thompson
This is the first event of the New England short-track season. There will be 11 divisions featured, headlined by the Whelen Modified Tour. READ MORE

Lots of Laughs (LOL) Spring Art Show

Centerbrook
The Spectrum Gallery in Centerbrook hosts Lots of Laughs as its annual Spring Show. Come see how art can make us laugh at the humorous aspects of life. READ MORE

Stomp! at the Shubert

New Haven
Explosive, inventive, provocative and witty, this all-ages show is an unforgettable experience. READ MORE

Essex Spring Book Sale

Essex
Used books, audio and visual items and more in very good condition for adults, children, and collectors. READ MORE

Maya: Hidden Worlds Revealed - CANCELED

Hartford
More than 230 Maya artifacts and two dozen hands-on activities will highlight the CT Science Center's Maya: Hidden Worlds Revealed traveling exhibit opening March 7. READ MORE

Saturday

Space Expo

Windsor Locks
Experience out-of-this-world fun at the New England Air Museum's 11th Annual Space Expo. NASA astronaut Joseph Tanner will give special talks at 11 and 12:30, and then participate in a meet-and-greet between 1:30 and 3:30. READ MORE

Baby Goat Snuggle Sessions

Salem
I think we can all agree... There's nothing cuter than baby goats! Join Syman Says Farms in the Goat Barn for a full 60 minutes of therapeutic and relaxing Baby Goat Snuggles. Tickets sell fast. READ MORE

Dr. Seuss's 'The Cat in the Hat'

New Haven
Everyone's favorite cat comes to life in this theatrical adaptation of the Dr. Seuss classic. A rainy afternoon becomes an amazing adventure, but what will Mum think when she gets home? READ MORE

Young Women's League of New Canaan Easter Egg Hunt

New Canaan
The Young Women’s League of New Canaan will host the 46 th Annual Easter Egg Hunt owith activities beginning at 9:00am at Waveny Park. READ MORE

Annual Easter Egg Hunt & Breakfast at United Methodist Church

Monroe
Bring your Easter basket to the United Methodist Church for a morning filled with crafts, a light breakfast, and an egg hunt. READ MORE

CT DEEP CARE Family Fresh Water Fishing Class

Litchfield
The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, Fisheries Division sponsors this terrific program where certified volunteer instructors provide fishing tackle and course materials for free! READ MORE

Read With Gizmo

Hartford
Do you have a reluctant reader at home? Come to the Hartford Public Library on the first and third Saturday of each month to meet with Gizmo and her handler. READ MORE
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Sunday

Harvard Pilgrim Middletown Road Race

Middletown
Enjoy Middletown’s country roads, Wesleyan University campus and a grand downtown finish on historic Main Street at this 10 mile race – a great early season distance to prep for half marathons in the spring. READ MORE

Museum Birthday Party

New Britain
Celebrate the New Britain Museum of American Art's birthday with a free immersive and hands-on visit. READ MORE

Holi Concert and Celebration for Families

Greenwich
India Cultural Center and the Second Congregational Church will celebrate Holi with a concert; South Asian food and pizzas, and color throw. READ MORE

Sensory-Friendly Evening at the Maritime Aquarium

Norwalk
The Maritime Aquarium is planning a special evening to give guests with sensory-processing differences a fun, comfortable and accepting environment. On "Sensory-Friendly Evening," lights in the Aquarium will be lower, and music and other sounds will be turned down or off. READ MORE

Dying Easter Eggs – Naturally!

Darien
Bring a dozen hard-boiled eggs and to dye with the Handwork School's stews of exotic (and shockingly mundane) natural dyes. Cabbage from Palmers? Snail ink from Morocco? You'll even craft your own basket while the eggs cure. READ MORE

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