Community Calendar

Course description:

College is a crucial institution in which our society works through its expectations for young people. This course explores the purposes of college education through the first great book on the philosophy of education, Plato’s Republic. We read The Republic in conversation with other thinkers including Aristotle, Confucius, John Stuart Mill, Virginia Woolf, Mahatma Gandhi, and Martin Luther King. For the 325th anniversary of Yale’s founding, we also explore the changing conception of college education at Yale over the centuries and read some of the college’s and the university’s key founding documents. Themes include the development of personal character, participation in a community, preparation for citizenship, and conversation with others on intellectual matters. We also explore some of the social and economic functions of college education.

The 2026 DeVane Lecture series will be led by Pericles Lewis, Dean of Yale College and Douglas Tracy Smith Professor of Comparative Literature

The class is free and open to the public and will run on Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:30 to 3:20 p.m., from September 2 to December 9, 2026.

Mingle, shop, and explore at College Night at The Shops at Yale on Broadway, a free event open to all college students from all universities. Join us Thursday, September 10, from 4–8 p.m. on Broadway Island at 56 Broadway (across from Apple and J.Crew) for free food, exclusive shopping discounts, activities, entertainment, and big savings from participating businesses.

Guests will enjoy free food for the first 1,500 students with vouchers from registration and up to 35% off at participating retailers. The event also features a photo booth at J.Crew, games, giveaways, glitter tattoos, music by DJ Mike Martone, the Campus Customs prize wheel, and more!

Check-in begins at 3:45 p.m. and closes at 7 p.m. A valid college ID is required. Free parking is available at the 150 York Street Garage (bring your ticket for validation).

RSVP, view event details, and participation information: https://theshopsatyale.com/collegenight/

Keeping sharp and staying active is vital for older adults.

The AFA Barbara Rabinowitz Center offers free, dementia-friendly activities for Long Island seniors every weekday in Amityville.

The Center’s free programs help seniors strengthen their brains, be creative, and socialize.

Programs include arts & crafts, music, games, chair yoga, dance, and movement.

Visit afalongisland.org or call 631-223-4000 to learn more.

Course description:

College is a crucial institution in which our society works through its expectations for young people. This course explores the purposes of college education through the first great book on the philosophy of education, Plato’s Republic. We read The Republic in conversation with other thinkers including Aristotle, Confucius, John Stuart Mill, Virginia Woolf, Mahatma Gandhi, and Martin Luther King. For the 325th anniversary of Yale’s founding, we also explore the changing conception of college education at Yale over the centuries and read some of the college’s and the university’s key founding documents. Themes include the development of personal character, participation in a community, preparation for citizenship, and conversation with others on intellectual matters. We also explore some of the social and economic functions of college education.

The 2026 DeVane Lecture series will be led by Pericles Lewis, Dean of Yale College and Douglas Tracy Smith Professor of Comparative Literature

The class is free and open to the public and will run on Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:30 to 3:20 p.m., from September 2 to December 9, 2026.

Keeping sharp and staying active is vital for older adults.

The AFA Barbara Rabinowitz Center offers free, dementia-friendly activities for Long Island seniors every weekday in Amityville.

The Center’s free programs help seniors strengthen their brains, be creative, and socialize.

Programs include arts & crafts, music, games, chair yoga, dance, and movement.

Visit afalongisland.org or call 631-223-4000 to learn more.

Course description:

College is a crucial institution in which our society works through its expectations for young people. This course explores the purposes of college education through the first great book on the philosophy of education, Plato’s Republic. We read The Republic in conversation with other thinkers including Aristotle, Confucius, John Stuart Mill, Virginia Woolf, Mahatma Gandhi, and Martin Luther King. For the 325th anniversary of Yale’s founding, we also explore the changing conception of college education at Yale over the centuries and read some of the college’s and the university’s key founding documents. Themes include the development of personal character, participation in a community, preparation for citizenship, and conversation with others on intellectual matters. We also explore some of the social and economic functions of college education.

The 2026 DeVane Lecture series will be led by Pericles Lewis, Dean of Yale College and Douglas Tracy Smith Professor of Comparative Literature

The class is free and open to the public and will run on Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:30 to 3:20 p.m., from September 2 to December 9, 2026.

Keeping sharp and staying active is vital for older adults.

The AFA Barbara Rabinowitz Center offers free, dementia-friendly activities for Long Island seniors every weekday in Amityville.

The Center’s free programs help seniors strengthen their brains, be creative, and socialize.

Programs include arts & crafts, music, games, chair yoga, dance, and movement.

Visit afalongisland.org or call 631-223-4000 to learn more.

On Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum will host its 19th annual Old-fashioned Flea Market in Norwalk’s Mathews Park. Co-chaired by LMMM Trustee Lisa Pisano Henderson and Education Coordinator Heather Dunn, the event will feature a diverse array of vendor booths offering antiques, repurposed furniture, jewelry, and specialty farm-to-table goods. Beyond shopping, attendees can enjoy a variety of food trucks. A collection of classic and antique cars from the Connecticut Seaport Car Club will entertain shoppers of all ages.

The Mansion’s volunteers will host a White Elephant Table featuring items donated by supporters. The Gift Shop will also be open, offering museum-themed accessories and an eclectic selection of gifts, including logo-embroidered totes, designer jewelry, elegant scarves, and books on history and preservation. Additionally, $5 mini-tours of the Mansion’s first floor will be available to the public from 12 to 4 p.m. All proceeds will benefit the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum’s educational and cultural programs.

The event will take place rain or shine. Vendor spaces are approximately 10x16 feet and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Vendor spaces are $85.00 each ($75.00 if submitted by July 15). Food truck spaces are $200.00 ($150.00 if submitted by July 15), with advance payment required. The Museum will offer a limited number of booths to area nonprofits who want to share their message and mission with Flea attendees. Admission to the Park and the outdoor event is free.

LMMM’s programs are made possible in part by LMMM’s 2026 Season Distinguished Benefactors: The City of Norwalk, The Maurice Goodman Foundation, Inc., and Lockwood-Mathews Foundation, Inc.; LMMM’s Leadership Patrons: Dr. Michele and Attorney Miklos Koleszar; and The Sealark Foundation. For more information on tours and programs, please visit www.lockwoodmathewsmansion.com, email info@lockwoodmathewsmansion.com, or call 203-838-9799.

Get ready for the 20th Anniversary North Fork Foodie Tour on September 13, 2026! Whether you’re a longtime attendee or a first-time explorer, we can’t wait to welcome you. New to the Foodie Tour? Check out our Foodie Tour website to see why the Tour has been featured in Newsday, northforker.com, and News 12 Long Island, among others. Explore at your own pace with behind-the-scenes tours, engaging demonstrations, and family-friendly fun. Meet the passionate producers behind the North Fork’s finest artisanal food, wine, and beer and stop by our headquarters at Charnews Farm in Southold to see our informative guest speakers including Laurie McBride, Long Island Farm Bureau, Tommy Bruno, Long Island Beekeeping and Chris Romano, North Fork Garlic Company. With locations spread across 30 miles, planning ahead is key so be sure to review the Tour Map and make the most of your day.

Tickets are $35 per person, and children 12 and under attend free. Purchase tickets online or at any stop on Tour day. Upon check-in, you’ll receive your wristband and guidebook for easy access to all participating locations.

As the Tour approaches, don’t forget our online Foodie Tour Auction, where you can bid on incredible experiences and treats. Rain or shine, join us for a day of discovery and fun. Gather your friends, plan your route and make a day of it. We look forward to seeing you!

Course description:

College is a crucial institution in which our society works through its expectations for young people. This course explores the purposes of college education through the first great book on the philosophy of education, Plato’s Republic. We read The Republic in conversation with other thinkers including Aristotle, Confucius, John Stuart Mill, Virginia Woolf, Mahatma Gandhi, and Martin Luther King. For the 325th anniversary of Yale’s founding, we also explore the changing conception of college education at Yale over the centuries and read some of the college’s and the university’s key founding documents. Themes include the development of personal character, participation in a community, preparation for citizenship, and conversation with others on intellectual matters. We also explore some of the social and economic functions of college education.

The 2026 DeVane Lecture series will be led by Pericles Lewis, Dean of Yale College and Douglas Tracy Smith Professor of Comparative Literature

The class is free and open to the public and will run on Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:30 to 3:20 p.m., from September 2 to December 9, 2026.