Whether you're in search of something fun to do with the kids or you have a babysitter and are planning a night out, look no further because Patch editors have picked a variety of events taking place today and tomorrow to help you make the most of your weekend. Click on the headline of each for more information.
Amazing Grace: A Concert For Healing
Where: Masuk High School, 1014 Monroe Tpke, Monroe,
When: 3-5:30 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 27
Cost: Free.
Description: You are cordially invited to an afternoon of healing through music performed by the teaching faculty and students of Creative Music Center and visiting artists in honor of Sandy Hook Elementary School. The event is hosted by Creative Music Center.
Visit TheCreativeMusicCenter.com for more details.
Kirtan with the Bindu Band
Where: ARC Sacred Center, 458 Monroe Tpke, Monroe,
When: 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 26
Cost: Free.
Description: Using call-and-response singing and storytelling, "The Bindu Band" invokes a space of heartfelt expression that quiets the mind, removes obstacles, and brings us back to the center of our being. One of the oldest sacred music traditions of the world, the kirtan call-and-response chanting genre comes to us from India.
To register, send an email to arcsacredcenter@gmail.com
Chinasaurs: Dinosaur Discoveries from China
Where: The Bruce Museum, Greenwich
When: 10 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 26
Cost: Free with museum admission.
Chinasaurs: Dinosaur Discoveries from China welcomes visitors to walk among the skeletons, skulls, nests and eggs of more than a dozen of these rare Asian dinosaurs.
From the huge 30-foot long, meat-eating Yangchuanosaurus to the gazelle-sized plant eaters such as Psittacosaurus, the prehistoric fossils of the Far East provide an exciting experience for dinosaur enthusiasts.
Chinasaurs offers a glimpse of the unprecedented evolution of dinosaurs and their dominance over the world for more than 155 million years.
Coffeehouse for Trumbull Area Teens
Where: Grace Episcopal Church, Trumbull
When: 7 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 26
Cost: Free
Description: It’s a Saturday night, and what is there to do in Trumbull? You could spend another night online or watching TV, but once a month, now there’s a new place to hang out with friends, be yourself and have some fun. It’s Coffeehouse! Come to Grace Church on the 4th Saturday of every month from 7-9 for games, snacks, music and open mic. The Coffeehouse is sponsored by Grace Church and offered to the teens of Trumbull and surrounding communities for the purpose of providing a welcoming and accepting space for teens to be themselves, to enjoy music and the arts, and to grow in community. Coffeehouse not a church youth group – it’s for everyone! Teens who would like to perform can contact Dave McWilliams at mcwilliams526@gmail.com or just show up and talk with him. For more info about the coffeehouse or Grace Church, please visit www.gracetrumbull.org.
Winter Walk in the Woods
Where: Oak Hills Golf Course
When: 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 26
Cost: Free
Description: View the woodland area of Oak Hills Park, home to abundant wildlife, beautiful trees and a pleasant loop trail. The walk is sponsored by Friends of Oak Hills Park, a group of Norwalk citizens who wish to preserve and protect this area for future generations.
Winterfest at Sportsplex
Where: Sportsplex, 49 Brown House Rd, Stamford, CT | Get Directions »
When: Saturday, January 26, 2013, 8:00 am
Cost: Free
Description: Free membership raffle for all Attendees - Check out GroupJamz and change the way you work out!
St. Joe’s School Open House
Where: St. Joseph’s School, 5 Obtuse Hill Road, Brookfield
When: Sunday, Jan. 27, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Cost: Free
Description: Open House at St. Joseph School (K-8) in Brookfield. Tour the facility and meet the teachers and new principle. See all the exciting, academic things happening at the Blue Ribbon nominee.
Norwalk: Sandy Hook School Support Fund Benefit Concert
Where: 80 Washington St, Norwalk, CT
When: 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 27
Cost: $20
Description: Black Bear Saloon and Ron Mason present a benefit concert for Sandy Hook School. Raffles, a silent auction and musical performances will take place. Ticket price includes food.
Orange: Debbie Friedman Memorial Concert
Where: Temple Emanuel of Greater New Haven
When: 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 27
Cost: Free
Description: The Temple Emanuel Band, Children’s Choir and Hebrew School invite you to join them for a morning of singing and celebration in memory of the music and legacy of Debbie Friedman. Please bring your friends and your voices. Refreshments will be available after the concert.
Redding: Seeing the Redding Landscape Photography Exhibit
Where: Mark Twain Library
When: 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 27
Cost: Free
Description: David Heald, director of photographic services at the Guggenheim Museum in New York, will present “Edward Steichen and Paul Caponigro- — Seeing the Redding Landscape,” featuring the work of these two giants of 20th century photography.
Waterbury: Men's Roller Derby Tryouts
Where: 60 Harvester Rd, Waterbury, CT
When: 10 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 27
Cost: Free
Description: The Connecticut Death Quads is a nationally ranked men's roller derby team that was founded in 2006. The team is actively seeking skaters of any level.
Woodbridge: Saturday Storycraft for ages 3-5
Where: The Woodbridge Town Library
When: 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 26
Cost: Free
Description: Age appropriate stories and crafts for preschoolers ages 3-5. No registration is needed.
Bridgeport: Bridgeport Theatre Company Presents "Next to Normal"
Where: Downtown Cabaret Theatre, 263 Golden Hill St, Bridgeport, CT
When: Friday, Jan. 25 - Sunday, Feb. 10. Performances at 8 p.m. until closing weekend.
Cost: $28 for adults, $23 for seniors, $18 for students.
Description: "Next to Normal's story concerns a mother who struggles with worsening bipolar disorder and the effect that her illness has on her family."
Fairfield: Nigel Hall at Fairfield Theatre Company
Where:
When: Sunday, Jan. 27 at 7 p.m.
Cost: $22
Description: "Nigel Hall is an honest, humble guardian of soul music."
Shelton: Redeemable Bottle & Can Drive to Support the Marching Gaels
Where: Shelton High School, 120 Meadow St.
When: Saturday, Jan. 26 at 9 a.m.
Cost: Free
Description: The Shelton High School Marching Gaels hold a redeemable rottle and can drive on the last Saturday of every month from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the SHS bus loop, 120 Meadow St. All donations go directly to fund their competitions.
Where: 45 Lisa Dr.
When: Sunday, Jan. 27 from noon to 3 p.m.
Cost: Free
Description: Exceptional Raise Ranch located in a Wonderful neighborhood. This home offers 3 bedroom and 2 baths in the main level, with a spacious living room, offering a bay window and hardwood floor under carpet.
New Canaan: NCHS Theater Gala Fundraiser
Where: New Canaan High School
When: Saturday, Jan. 26
Cost: $20 per ticket
Description: The NCHS students will be performimg numbers which they are taking to an upcoming national competion in Disneyland, California. There will be two revues from the musicals "George M. Cohan" and from "Chicago" and a number of solos and duets performed by the students. In addition. a special number from this year's NCHS winter musical Disney's "Beauty and the Beast" will give the audience a peak at that show coming up in March. Tickets are $20 each and can be purchased at the door before the show. Proceeds will benefit the NCHS Drama Program.
Naugatuck: Play - 'Murder at the Prop Table'
Where: Phoenix Stage Company, 686 Rubber Ave., Naugatuck
When: Saturday, Jan. 26, 8 p.m.
Cost: $18 per ticket
Description: How dangerous are props? The show must go on, but all the drama is behind the scenes. This fast paced farce shows how appearances can be deceiving on stage or behind the scenery.
