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Fairfield Museum & History Center - 9:30 AM Pick
Buckland Hills Mall - 2:00 AM
Stepping Stones Museum for Children - 9:00 AM
Buckland Hills Mall - 2:00 AM
Stepping Stones Museum for Children - 9:00 AM
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Weekday Picks for Connecticut Kids: Castle Making, Storytime, and Holidaze
Election Day is Tuesday, which means no school for many Connecticut kids. Could be a great day for a daytrip. Check out our daytrip guide for lots of suggestions all over the state.
We've rounded up our best bets for November 2-6, including a castle making workshop, a nature hike, and Holidaze.
For more options check out our jam-packed Event Calendar. Have a great week!
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Monday, November 2
Halloween Candy Buy Back – Southbury
Just in case you have too much candy (is there such a thing?!) you can head to your participating dentist and sell it back to him! Get paid a few dollars and possibly save a tooth or two!
Tuesday, November 3
Election Day Castle Making Workshop – Hamden
Learn the arts of straight walls and sharp corners, or the ornate curves and motley lines of free form buildings. Everyone will start with the same blocks and glue while building a castle that is entirely his or her own.
See all Tuesday events.
Wednesday, November 4
Storytime Classics – West Hartford
Join the Barnes & Nobel staff as they read from some of the most popular picture books--from classics to fresh new finds. Afterwards, there will be a creative craft to finish up the visit.
Thursday, November 5
Wee Wanderers – Mystic
Bring your baby or little walker on a hiking exploration at the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center. You’ll hike at the children’s pace while peeking under logs, listening for birds, and exploring outside in this youngest explorers nature class.
Friday, November 6
Holidaze: The Real Story of Halloween, Thanksgiving & Christmas – Guilford
Explore the origins and myths of the most popular holidays. Hands-on activities include trying on Halloween costumes, a trivia challenge, and writing letters to Santa.
See all Friday events.
