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.
Where: Edith Wheeler Memorial Library, 733 Monroe Tpke, Monroe
When: Sunday, Feb. 17, from noon to 2:30 p.m. (Snow date is Feb. 24)
Cost: Free
Description: Town Council members Dee Dee Martin, Ray Knapp and Nick Kapoor and Board of Finance member Ted Quinlan welcome all residents to stop by the Rotary Room and discuss the town issues that are important to them.
Orange: Donations Accepted at Case Library
Where: Case Memorial Library, 176 Tyler City Rd, Orange, CT
When: All day, Saturday, Feb. 16
Cost: Free
Description: Help support the library by donating your new and gently used books, CDs, and DVDs to the Friends of the Library’s book sales. You’ll free up some space in your home and get a donation receipt for your taxes.
Where: Courtyard by Marriott, 780 Bridgeport Ave, Shelton, CT
When: 1 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 17
Cost: $25
Description: Guests will sample chocolate creations from the best of Connecticut’s confectioners, sip on champagne, listen to live music and more.
St. V's Heart Health Hits Trumbull Mall
Where: Westfield Trumbull Mall, 5065 Main St., Trumbull
When: Saturday, Feb. 16, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost: Free
Description: St. Vincent's Medical Center will hold its 7th Annual Heart Health Fair at Westfield Trumbull on Saturday, February 16 from 10:00am - 2:00pm at the shopping center’s 5065 Main Street location, on the upper level in the Lord and Taylor Courtyard.
Sundays Afternoon Live - The Cypress Piano Quartet
Where: First Congregational Church of Greenwich, 108 Sound Beach Ave, Old Greenwich
When: Sunday, February 17, 2013, 4 p.m.
Cost: $20.
Description: The Cypress Piano Quartet, a chamber ensemble made up of musicians from Fairfield County, perform Beethoven and Brahms.
Stamford Fencing Weekend Open House
Where: 425 Fairfield Ave, Stamford, CT | Get Directions »
When: Saturday, February 16, 2013, 11:00 am
Cost: FREE
Description: Stamford Fencing Center is Stamford, Greenwich, Darien area's the only fully equipped full-time fencing club. Experience exhilaration of the original Olympic event. Join a class of fencers for FREE and try your luck with fencing Sabre, Foil or Epee.
The Loft Artists Associaton Presents "Another View" Solo Exhibition by Paul G. Larson
Where: Loft Artist Associates, 845 Canal St, Stamford, CT
When: Friday, Feb. 15, 2013, 6 p.m.
Cost: FREE
Description: The Loft Artists Gallery presents “ANOTHER VIEW”, a solo exhibition of recent paintings by Greenwich artist, Paul G. Larson.
Norwalk: Sunday Celebration Service
Where: Unity Center For Practical Spirituality, 3 Main St, Norwalk, CT
When: 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 17
Cost: Free
Description: New Thought service with Rev. Shawn Moninger and music by Scott Coulter and Joyful Noise. A new Thought message is offered each week, along with prayer, meditaion, amazing music, and fellowship.
Wilton: Wilton Parrot Rescue Adoption Event
Where: South Wilton Veterinary Group, 51 Danbury Rd, Wilton, CT
When: Noon Sunday, Feb. 17
Cost: Free to attend
Description: Meet parrots along with dogs, cats and more!
Wilton: Wine Tasting At Ancona's
Where: Anconas Wines, 5 River Rd, Wilton, CT
When: Begins at noon Saturday, Feb. 16
Cost: Free
Description: "Try before you buy" wine stations are available at the Ridgefield and Wilton locations. Whether you are a novice or expert wine enthusiast these machines will help expand your palate and allow you to purchase wine with confidence.
Woodbury: A Tour of Italy
Where: Woodbury Public Library, 269 Main St S, Woodbury, CT
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 16
Cost: Free
Description: Erin Connolly showcases her photographs taken while studying abroad in Italy. She studied in Florence, but traveled throughout Italy. Other locations that can be seen in A Tour of Italy include Siena, Cortona, Venice, Burano, and Capri.
Woodbury: Indoor Mini Golf
Where: Woodbury Senior Community Center, 265 Main St S, Woodbury, CT
When: 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 16 to Sunday, Feb. 18
Cost: $4
Description: Each day of the mini golf open will have a different begin and end time. Call the Senior Center at 203-263-2828 for specific times. The nine-hole mini golf course will offer challenges for young and old, including the opening and closing door on a replica of Woodbury’s historic town hall, or a moving bridge near the blinking lighthouse.
