Community Calendar

Step into a world of wonder at Blau House & Gardens!

Award-winning illustrator and author Guy Billout invites children and families to become detectives with his whimsical book “Something’s Not Quite Right.”

Look closely… every picture hides a tiny mystery. Can you spot what’s unusual, surprising, or just plain silly? It’s a playful challenge that sparks imagination and curiosity for kids and grown-ups alike.

Guy will sign and add a custom hand illustrated dedication for each book purchased

Books & Prints Available for Purchase:
• Limited first-edition of Something’s Not Quite Right — $100
• Numbered Giclée art prints from the book
• The Frog Who Wanted to See the Sea — $25

After the program, enjoy exploring the beautiful grounds of Blau House & Gardens together.

(Parking details will be emailed with your RSVP.)

We are proud to partner in bringing community-based experiences to all children.

(Rain date October 12th)

Ed Newman is a former pro football lineman with the Miami Dolphins from 1973-1984. He was a four-time Pro Bowl selection, member of the Super Bowl champion 1973 Dolphins, played 167 games over 12 seasons, who went to law school at night while playing football, and eventually became a judge in Florida. His memoir, "Warrior Judge," is an inspiring, lively and surprising story of adversity and accomplishment. Please join us on Zoom as Judge Newman talks about his life from humble beginnings on Long island to being drafted by Don Shula and how he overcame hazing, cancer and antisemitism. This event is Free and open to the public and we ask that you register for the Zoom link by September 30, by contacting Alan at ahfreedman142@aol.com.

Step into the shadows and unlock the secrets of the season in This is Halloween—a spine-tingling magic and mind reading show like no other.

Join Greg Dwyer for an unforgettable evening that blends history, mystery, and mesmerizing moments. Discover the true origins of Halloween while witnessing incredible feats of mentalism and magic that will leave you questioning what’s real and what’s illusion.

It’s smart. It’s spooky. It’s spellbinding.

This is Halloween — where the past comes alive and your mind becomes the stage.

This is a program tailored for adults and older teens and may not be suitable for children.

Seymour Library welcomes back Jeff Belanger--one of New England's foremost storytellers and researchers of folklore and legends as he tells new stories in this free ghostly multimedia program that will take you on a journey through the haunts in your backyard and around the world. Pulling from Jeff's 25 years of research for his books, podcasts, adventures and various television shows he's worked on--join one of the nation's premiere storytellers for a trip through the unusual and unexplained.

Nay just focused on ghost stories Jeff's presentation will delve into the reasons BEHIND the legends.

For more information about this free program call the Library at 203-888-3903.

One was a Wall Street lawyer in his 70s. The other, a no-nonsense Army general. Together, they built the alliance that would win World War II. Author Edward Aldrich delves into the extraordinary partnership between Henry Stimson and George Marshall, forged under the pressure of global conflict and guided by a shared sense of purpose.

Join us on Tuesday, October 7th 7:30 p.m. at the Quick.

Join us for an afternoon with art and colleagues. Meet and talk with museum staff and fellow educators from the area, and see what is happening at the Yale University Art Gallery.    

The Department of Asian Art of the Yale University Art Gallery and the South Asian Studies Council of Yale University present the Alan L. Gans Lectures, with short presentations on four South Asian (Indian) paintings in the Gallery’s collection. Specialists Dipti Khera, Associate Professor of Art History, Institute of Fine Arts, New York University; Mrinalini Rajagopalan, Associate Professor of History of Art and Architecture, University of Pittsburgh; John Seyller, Professor of Art History, University of Vermont; and Emma Natalya Stein, Ph.D. 2017, Assistant Curator of South and Southeast Asian Art, National Museum of Asian Art, Smithsonian Institution, discuss their favorites and explore the many fascinating historical and cultural stories that informed the creation of these works—in different regions of the subcontinent, at different points of time, and under the patronage of various rulers. Denise Patry Leidy, the Ruth and Bruce Dayton Curator of Asian Art at the Gallery, and Kasturi Gupta, Director of Programs and Institutional Partnerships, South Asian Studies Council and Council on Southeast Asian Studies, MacMillan Center for International and Area Studies at Yale, introduce the speakers and moderate a question-and-answer session following the presentations.

In a span of about 10 years, van Gogh created over 800 paintings, making him one of the most prolific artists of his time. Unfortunately he would never realize fame in his short lifetime. Get to know a little about one of the world’s most popular and well-loved artists.

Vincent Willem van Gogh was a Dutch Post-Impressionist painter known for his bold colors, expressive brushwork, and contoured forms. His work, which includes landscapes, portraits, and still lifes, influenced the Expressionist movement in modern art. He painted how he felt and experienced his subjects, and his work is considered relatable and honest.

Liz Fusco is an award-winning, Long Island artist and has been painting and drawing for most of her life. Liz began painting in oils and her subjects were typically landscape and nature scenes. Liz had always wanted to learn the skill of Botanical Illustration. After completing a three-year long process at the New York Botanical Gardens in the Bronx, New York, Liz added Certified Botanical Illustration to her other education credentials.

Get to know a little about one of the world’s most popular and well-loved artists.
You may register for this FREE Zoom lecture online at https://theatelieratflowerfield.org/lectures or call 631-250-9009 for more information.

On October 9th, at 7:00 PM, ET, Hamptons Observatory and co-host Suffolk County Community College are honored to present a free, virtual lecture by Dr. Charles Liu, a professor of astrophysics at the College of Staten Island, the president of the Astronomical Society of NY, a popular podcaster and author of 11 books on astronomy and science. Dr. Liu will talk about the newest international earth-based astrophysical facility, the Vera C. Rubin Observatory, and how you can be involved in its mission to explore and understand some of the Universe’s biggest mysteries. Details and registration information may be found on https://HamptonsObservatory.org

AI & Us is a community-centered symposium exploring the implications of artificial intelligence across legal, civic, creative, business, healthcare, and technological spheres. Designed for broad public engagement, the event will offer multiple perspectives — from policymakers and technologists to journalists and academics.

Each session includes an audience Q&A, fostering open dialogue and public insight.

Opening Keynote Conversation with Yale Prof. Scott Shapiro on AI, Law, and Cybersecurity
12-1:30 pm
Panel: AI and Its Impact in Connecticut
2-3:30 pm
Closing Reflections with Kate Crawford on the Politics of AI
4-5:30 pm