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Community Clicks is a place to promote events and programs happening in the area that are relevant to the families of East School. Note: we post the events right away on this page and may include in the Monthly Newsletter, when space is available.

HERE'S WHAT IS HAPPENING

Events and Programs at the Carriage Barn Arts Center

The mission of the New Canaan Society for the Arts, Inc. is to promote the visual and performing arts, and to enrich the community through exhibitions, education, and cultural experiences, and to operate the Carriage Barn Arts Center. Click here for additional information on the center's community offerings

Join a Book Group at New Canaan Library!

New Canaan Library has monthly book groups for everyone in grades K to 8! Join us to read, do crafts, play games, and talk about books. Each book group has its own personality, so please feel free to email child@newcanaanlibrary.org with questions! Register here 

New Canaan Softball Registration and Winter Clinics

Thinking ahead about how to get your daughter out of the house this winter? Join New Canaan Softball for Sunday Winter Clinics at Bobby Valentines! Players will learn the basics of the game, sharpen their skills and prepare for the spring season.
There are openings to register for Grades 1 & 2 (Winter Clinics). Early Registration for the Spring Season Grades K - 8 is also open! New Canaan Softball Registration

Join Pack 70, East Elementary's Cub Scout Pack!
Pack 70 welcomes boys K-5 to join its adventures, which include campouts, hikes, pinewood derbies, raingutter regattas, campfire shows, rocket launches, rafting, canoeing, gaga ball, archery and so much more. Make friends, learn skills and have fun! Visit pack70.com to learn more.

NC Spring Rec Baseball

Registration for 2025 New Canaan Spring Rec Baseball is now open! Registration is open until February 28th and is open to all players aged 4-12 as of April 30th. Please visit https://www.newcanaanbaseball.com for more information and to register.

Friends of Waveny Playground

Friends of Waveny Playground is excited to announce our fundraising campaign for an all-abilities playspace located inside Waveny Park! We are asking the community to show support for this incredible endeavor that will benefit our community and beyond. This is a unique opportunity for your family's name to be displayed on a brick via the Legacy Walkway or on our Welcome Sign. Visit our website polarengraving.com/wavenyplayground to view brick options and make a purchase. For sign opportunities, or to ask any questions, email ncwavenyplayground@gmail.com. Thank you!

http://polarengraving.com/wavenyplayground 

Ben Young All-Sports Camp

Camp Overview: The Ben Young All-Sports Camp is entering its 11th year, and there will be four separate, one week, 9 AM-12 PM sessions at New Canaan High School between 6/23-6/27, 6/30-7/4, 7/7-7/11, and 7/14-7/18. This camp is designed for students in (rising) grades K-8, but they do welcome all children turning five this calendar year, and the program strives to get children active in an inclusionary and positive environment where they can take part in fun sports and games. Activities vary from basketball, soccer, tennis, and baseball, to capture the flag, four-square, cornhole, relays, etc., and there are some water activities too. (Over twenty different sports/games will be played each week!) Also, this camp features an incredible crew of certified teachers and high school/college counselors that are all highly charismatic, mature, nurturing, and responsible, and they each genuinely enjoy being with children. (There are 4 certified teachers and over 100 students on staff!)

Background: Ben grew up in New Canaan, going through the public school system here, and graduated from Bucknell University, where he was a 2-year Co-Captain of their Division I tennis team. This is now Ben’s 17th year at Saxe, and he absolutely loves being a 7th grade language arts teacher and a member/advisor of numerous clubs and committees. Additionally, Ben is the proud Head Coach of the recent State Champion Boys Varsity Tennis Team.

Registration is open, but please contact ben.young@ncps-k12.org

https://students.arbitersports.com/programs/90-youth-summer-camps-2025 

The New Canaan Land Trust Adventure Awaits Spring Fundraiser

Your Adventure Awaits with the New Canaan Land Trust's Spring Raffle Fundraiser. All proceeds are used for the work we do in New Canaan to protect open space and ensure land conservation for future generations. This is a fantastic opportunity to win 2 ultralight Kevlar Hornbeck Canoes (they weigh as little as a bag of groceries!) fully outfitted with paddles, PFD's and easy transport straps. Plus more prizes to win! Tickets are $50 each and only 1,000 tickets will be sold. Raffle ends on April 22 (Earth Day!). Click HERE to buy your tickets.

New Canaan Youth Rugby

New Canaan Youth Rugby Spring Registration is Open!
We welcome all Grade 1 through Grade 4 athletes (boys and girls) interested in playing flag rugby this Spring for our recently launched U10 program. All skill levels are welcome, including beginners—program details are outlined on our website. For any questions and/or to register, please visit the website at www.newcanaanrfc.com 

Filling in the Blanks - Unite to Fight 5K

Join Filling in the Blanks on April 6, 2025, at the Seventh Annual Unite to Fight 5K! The race will take place at Waveny Park located in New Canaan, CT with check in beginning at 7:30, Kids Fun Run at 8:15 and the 5K walk/run beginning at 8:45. Show your support, register as a fundraiser, walker, or runner, and spread community awareness of Filling in the Blanks’ mission! There will be prizes, t-shirts and food. To register, see the attached flyer. We hope to see you there!

https://www.fillingintheblanks.org/events-1/unite-to-fight-5k-4 

Information on 3rd and 4th Grade New Canaan Youth Modified Flag Football

Did you know? New Canaan Youth Football offers a 3rd and 4th Grade Modified Flag Football program! Modified Flag Football, also known as Modified Tackle Football (MTF), is a non-tackle version of football played on a smaller field. Players wear full equipment (helmet, shoulder pads, and football pants) but use flag belts and tackles are made by pulling flags, not by physical contact…NO TACKLING. This modified version of flag football is designed to introduce younger players to the fundamentals of the game in a non-contact format. Modified Flag Football encourages multi-sport participation and players are welcome to play traditional Flag Football in tandem with Modified Flag Football, as well as play other fall sports. It's a great way for kids to build confidence, prepare for future levels of the sport and most importantly build friendships that last both on and off the field!

Registration opens April 1st! Please check out the NCYF website to register and for more details on the program. https://www.newcanaanyouthfootball.org/Default.aspx?tabid=1442077

New Canaan Youth Field Hockey

NCYFH is kicking off the spring season with Sunday night clinics for grades 2-4. It's not too late to join in the fun and improve your skills for the fall season. Spring Clinics are held Sunday evenings from 5-6pm (4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 6/1, 6/8). Clinics are led by Coach Megan (NCHS Varsity) and cost $200 per player. Please visit the link below for sign up and additional information.

https://newcanaanyouthfieldhockey.leagueapps.com/leagues 

School of Rockets

New Canaan Cub Scout Packs 45 and 70 are hosting a School of Rockets on Friday, April 25, 6-7:30 at St. Mark's Church. All are welcome.
Build your own rocket, watch a live engine demo and qualify for the private launch event on April 29. Register in advance and reserve your rocket: tinyurl.com/SOR25. $10 rocket cover but free for anyone joining Cub Scouts. Attendees must be accompanied by an adult.

Email questions to: Coordinator@ncscouting.com

http://Coordinator@ncscouting.com/ 

Planet New Canaan Presents Happy Feet at The Playhouse

Celebrate Earth Day with a Movie!
April 22, 4:30 PM, New Canaan Playhouse on Elm Street
Join us for a special free screening of Happy Feet! This family-friendly favorite isn’t just about dancing penguins—it also carries an important message about conservation and protecting our planet. Presented by Planet New Canaan – snacks & drinks served in compostable containers. It’s the perfect way to celebrate Earth Day while enjoying a fun, feel-good film with your kids. Don’t miss out on this inspiring and entertaining event! Registration Required, 100 seat capacity. All seats are general admission, first come first served. Register here

Mather Homestead Workshop

Upcoming Mather Homestead embroidery workshop:
Make-Modern at Mather is back on May 10th from 3-4:30pm! Erika Allen will lead an embroidery sampler workshop, and every participant will make a piece that has been designed specifically for Mather Homestead. The embroidery design is a replica of one the pieces that Bertha Mather McPhearson made at the homestead. Workshop will take place in Mather barn and snacks will be provided. Geared for grades 2nd - 5th grade. Registration: Make-Modern. Mather Homestead is located at 19 Stephen Mather Road, Darien. Reach out to info@matherhomestead.org with any questions. Make-Modern at Mather