Oct 7-15 in Hamden*
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Fall Feature: “Leaf Peeping” in Hamden (Part 2)
Below are more options for fall foliage “leaf peeping” activities right here in Hamden. According to the experts here and here, peak fall foliage in southern CT will continue for the next 1-2 weeks. So now is another great time to get out and enjoy the incredible natural beauty and environmental resources of Hamden.
1. Biking the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail
2. Kayaking/Canoeing the Mill River
Kingfisher Adventures (rentals, instruction, guided tours) here and here
Summary from “Roots Rated” (outdoor experiences website)
3. Kayaking/Canoeing on Lake Wintergreen
Summary from “Roots Rated” (outdoor experiences website)
ICYMI: “Leaf Peeping” Part 1 - Hiking in Hamden
Friday Oct 7
American Red Cross blood drive @ Whitneyville Cultural Commons. Every Friday 12:15-6pm. Walk-ins are welcome.
Free HSA soccer skills clinics @ HMS. Led by Everson Soccer coaches. 5:30-6:30pm. Every Friday night beginning September 23. Note: these clinics are only for current Hamden Soccer Association players (all age groups).
Saturday Oct 8
Season Opening Concert: New Haven Symphony Orchestra @ Hamden High School. 3pm. FREE for HPS students & families. “Unforgettable: The Music of Nat King Cole.” The NHSO welcomes guest star CAESAR, whose smooth velvet voice has often been compared to Nat King Cole’s, but with his his own interpretation and style that compares to none. Link for more details.
Get Up & Hike! @ Sleeping Giant State Park. 10am. Link for more details.
Toddler Tunes @ Best Video Film & Cultural Center. 10:30am. Link for more details.
Yale Football Ivy League Home Opener vs Dartmouth. 12pm. Link for more details and tickets.
Oktoberfest @ East Rock Brewing Company. German inspired beer, food, live music, and games. Two options: afternoon session and evening session. Link for more details and tickets.
Oktoberfest @ Bear’s Smokehouse & Brewery. Link for more details and tickets.
“Night Market” @ New Haven’s Orange Street Promenade. 5-10pm. Includes Greater New Haven community entrepreneurs, art, music, food, drink, culture and more. Link for more details.
Mental Wellness awareness and empowerment event @ Whitneyville Cultural Commons. 1-4pm. Link for more details.
Sunday Oct 9
“Fall Foliage Hike” @ Sleeping Giant State Park led by SGPA. Link for more details and registration.
Hamden Hurricanes youth football and cheerleading event for breast cancer awareness. Link for more details.
Monday Oct 10
Eli Whitney Museum kids programs for the fall semester days when HPS is off/closed. 9am-3pm. Link for more details and registration.
Free Hamden Girls Basketball Youth Clinic @ HMS. 10am-12:30pm. Ages 11-14. Link for more details and registration.
Screening Series @ Best Video Film & Cultural Center. October theme: scary movies. 7pm. This week’s film is “Young Frankenstein”. Link for more details.
Tuesday Oct 11
Hamden youth hockey FREE ice time and instruction for beginners who want to try skating and hockey. Every Tuesday night @ Astorino Ice Arena. 6pm. Link for more details and registration.
Who’s Afraid of Virginia Wolf? @ Yale Repertory Theatre. 7:30pm. Performances every Tues-Sat until Oct 29th. Link for more details and tickets.
QU EQUIP exercise classes every Tuesday. Free. 4pm. Details below.
Birth-to-Five Play & Learn Groups. Every Tuesday @ Ridge Hill School. 10-11:30am. Organized by Hamden Family Resource Center. Details below.
Hamden Art League will host CT award winning artist Sandra Wakeen at 7 pm as she presents “Painting a Portrait in Oil.” It will be held in the Social Hall of the Hamden Senior Center, 2901 Dixwell Avenue, behind the Miller Library. Link for more details.
Hamden Lions Club monthly meeting @ Amici’s. 6pm.
Wednesday Oct 12
Hamden’s Mobile Food Pantry @ 306 Circular Ave. 4:30-5:30pm. Free to everyone. Volunteer opportunities as well.
Teen Tech @ NHFPL Stetson Branch on Dixwell Ave. Stetson's “Innovation Studio” includes a makerspace, tech toys, and gaming room. Robots, gaming, 3D pens and printer, button makers, sewing, and more. Available for teens every Wednesday. 4-6pm. The Discovery Lab and Innovation Studio is Stetson’s destination for teens, and the teen lounge is an ideal spot to do homework, socialize, play games and tackle DIY projects. Link for more details.
Birth-to-Five Play & Learn Groups. Every Wednesday @ Church Street School. 10-11:30am. Organized by Hamden Family Resource Center. Details below.
Thursday Oct 13
Opening Night: 9th Annual New Haven Documentary Film Festival Oct 13-23. 116 films, four venues, panels, musical performances, and a student filmmaking competition that will blow your mind. And half the screenings are FREE! Link for schedule and tickets.
Friday Oct 14
Home Game: UNDEFEATED Hamden High Football vs Amity. 7pm @ HHS.
“Night Market” @ New Haven’s Orange Street Promenade. 5-10pm. Includes Greater New Haven community entrepreneurs, art, music, food, drink, culture and more. Link for more details.
Free HSA soccer skills clinics @ HMS. Led by Everson Soccer coaches. 5:30-6:30pm. Every Friday night beginning September 23. Note: these clinics are only for current Hamden Soccer Association players (all age groups).
Saturday Oct 15
2nd Annual HSA Day @ QU Soccer. Free admission for all. On-field activities before, during, and after the QU game for Hamden Soccer Association players.
Fiesta Latina community celebration of traditional and contemporary Latin cultures. 1-4pm. Link for more details.
“Highlights Tour” @ Yale Univ. Art Gallery. 2-hour interactive tour of the gallery’s history, architecture, and global collection. Focusing on a handful of objects chosen to showcase both the permanent collection and special exhibitions currently on view. Free. 1:30pm most Saturdays and Sundays during the academic year. Link for more details.
Exploring Artism @ Yale Center for British Art. 10:30am-12pm. This is a free program for families with children who are 5-12 years of age and on the autism spectrum. Participants look at artwork in the galleries and create a follow-up project in a museum classroom. While the needs of individuals with autism are prioritized, it is also fun for parents, siblings, and other relatives too! Preregistration is required. This program is conducted by the Education department of the Yale Center for British Art in consultation with the Yale Child Study Center and is recommended by the Autism Parents Community (APC). Link for preregistration.
Hamden Food in the News:
TexiKo Tequila Bar: Article from Connecticut Magazine and a link to the menu.
More Hamden Programs:
Save the Date: Hamden Restaurant Week is coming soon. Oct 17-22.
Hamden Wishing Tree @ Preservation Connecticut on Whitney Ave. Come leave us your wish. Let your eyes and heart soak in the longings of our community with the collective Wishing Tree installation in Hamden. Link for more details.
Treasure Hunt! “Something Projects” has launched its first project, a statewide Connecticut Artist Treasure Hunt called “THE EXCHANGE.” Includes 5 or 6 spots in Hamden. August 15 - November 1. Link for more details.
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month organized by Arte Inc. Numerous events and activities throughout the month. Link for more details.
Free tutoring for Hamden students @ New Haven Reads. Link for more details. Volunteer opportunities as well.
Hamden Live Music Schedules:
NEW addition: GuitartownCT Productions
*Please confirm event details before attending any events listed in this bulletin. Some events require registration prior to attending. Some programs have limited enrollment.
*Community event submissions: thisweekinhamden@gmail.com
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