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Sensory Friendly Sunday - Springfield Museums

The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum and the Springfield Science Museum will open early, with some exhibits will be modified to provide an opportunity for people with a range of differing abilities to experience what these Museums have to offer. Our trained staff and volunteers will be on hand to answer any questions you have and, if necessary, direct you to a quiet space that provides a chance to cool down and take a break. Sensory-friendly crafts for all ages will be available in the Cat’s Corner. Parents and caregivers must stay with their children at all times.
Dates: 
11/08/2026
12/13/2026
01/10/2027
9 am - 11 am
Location: 
Springfield Museums, 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA 01103, United States
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Connecticut Post Mall Share the Warmth

Help Us Share the Warmth This Season! Connecticut Post Mall is proud to partner with One Warm Coat this season. Together, we can spread warmth and hope to those in need. October 15 – December 31 you can drop off your new or gently used coats in the white donation boxes located upper level next to Macy's.
Dates: 
10/30/2026
10/31/2026
11/01/2026
Mall hours
Location: 
Connecticut Post Mall, 1201 Boston Post Rd, Milford, CT 06460, United States
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A Letter from Santa, mailed to your child - Santamailer.com **ORDER BY DEC 12!

Get a letter from Santa mailed to your child: a personalized letter from the North Pole with your child's name, mailed in a hand-addressed envelope. The letter is free; you cover $6.99 shipping. Want the real thing? Upgrade to a handwritten letter from Santa, written start to finish by a real person with a pen ($39.99, shipping included). Order by December 12.
Dates: 
10/30/2026
10/31/2026
11/01/2026
12:00am
Location: 
Online Only
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GLOW Wild Lantern Festival - Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo

Journey through a breathtaking wonderland of illuminated larger-than-life lanterns inspired by wildlife from around the world at GLOW Wild presented by ASML. This unforgettable nighttime experience features more than 40 spectacular displays and hundreds of new handcrafted illuminated lanterns and interactive experiences, transforming Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo into one of the region's premier fall attractions.
Dates: 
10/30/2026
10/31/2026
11/01/2026
5:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Location: 
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, 1875 Noble Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06610, USA
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Rails to the Darkside at Connecticut Trolley Museum

The high-voltage fun begins October 2nd, running every Friday and Saturday 'til the 30th, with cars departing North Road station from 7:00 to 9:30 PM. If you’re lucky, you’ll be back in half an hour, though you may have to navigate the specters of Hartman's Cemetery on foot to get there. A relaxing evening's ride? Or a high-speed tear into terror? Join us for a scare experience like no other: genuine scares aboard genuine historic trolley cars. Presale tickets are available now, and walk-ins are also welcome! Please note that the time on your ticket is for check in. Trolleys will depart according to demand.
Dates: 
10/30/2026
7 pm - 9:30
Location: 
Connecticut Trolley Museum, 58 North Road, East Windsor, Connecticut 06088, United States
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Museums on Us at Mattatuck Museum

Bank of America offers their cardholders free general admission – during the first full weekend of every month – to the Mattatuck Museum and other cultural institutions across the United States. Free admission for Bank of America, Merrill, & Bank of America Private Bank cardholders.
Dates: 
11/01/2026
12/06/2026
01/03/2027
11 am - 4 pm
Location: 
Mattatuck Museum, 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT 06702, United States
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The Star‑Spangled Maze at Fort Hill Farms

250 Years of Stars, Stripes, and Corn! Explore the Betsy Ross Flag Maze — A Maze Done Bright. If you’re looking for a maze that’s more than just left turns, right turns, and “Wait… didn’t we pass this corn stalk already?”, you’re in the right place. This year, we’re celebrating 250 years of the United States with a maze inspired by the Betsy Ross flag—a bright, bold, history‑packed adventure woven right into the fields.
Dates: 
10/30/2026
10/31/2026
11/01/2026
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Location: 
Fort Hill Farms Corn Maze, 260 Quaddick Road, Thompson, CT 06277, United States
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