GOINGS ON

BRANFORD VISUAL ARTS

Branford Arts & Cultural Alliance, presents “The Painted Doors of Branford,” Over sixty decorated doors will be displayed on Main St. as a symbolic reopening of our community. Visit the display, vote for your favorites, and participate in the silent auction to purchase and bring your favorite door home. All monies raised fund college scholarships for deserving & talented students who will be furthering their education in the written, visual & performing arts. Jeanettemobeck@yahoo.com

BRIDGEPORT

Winter Wonderland Walk, Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo, 1875 Noble Ave. Through Jan. 6. Safe, outdoor setting that includes Polar Palace, Fairy House Lane and Imagination Station, Poinsettia Pass, Winter Village Square, Snowman Park, Nutcracker Palace, Dreidel Drive, Gingerbread Boulevard, Kris Kringle Corner, Evergreen Lane, train display, custom artist and childrendesigned snowmen. Open seven days a week, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $15 adults, $10 children age 3-11 and seniors over 62. Children under three are free. Masks and social distancing required. Tickets at beardsleyzoo.org.

VISUAL ARTS

“In Accordion Time, Unfolding,” show by London Calling Collective, featuring mail art in the form of poetic accordion-fold books as well as diverse digital dialogues, the show reflects the bonds between artists as individuals and as a group as they reimagine community for life during and after a pandemic, Ursa Gallery, 100 Main St. Through Feb. 12, noon- 6 p.m. ursa.gallery

BRISTOL SPECIALS

New England Carousel Museum and Museum of Fire History, virtual tours offered on Zoom, through Dec. 31. $50 for a 45 minute tour with Q&A, or $100 for virtual tour with the Restoration Department staff. To select a theme and register for the link to the recorded tour visit thecarouselmuseum.org 860585-5411

CENTERBROOK HOLIDAYS

Holiday Exhibit: “Home Sweet Home,” Spectrum Gallery, 61 Main St. In-person exhibit runs through Jan. 10. Masks and use of hand sanitizer required upon entering the Gallery. Hours through Dec. 24, open daily. 860-767-0742, spectrumartgallery.org.

DANBURY VISUAL ARTS

Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut is hosting an online show meant to uplift and show the strength of community members during crises of the past year. “Arts Are > Greater Than” is open to artists in Connecticut and New York. Exhibit will run through Jan.

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DARIEN SPECIALS

Folktales from Asia, digital recording offered by Darien Library on Zoom, Dec. 28, 11 a.m. Live demonstration of a simple origami project to follow. darienlibrary.org

EAST HADDAM

HOLIDAYS

“Merry Christmas Darling: Heidi Kettenring Sings Karen Carpenter, virtual concert hosted by Goodspeed Musicals available on demand through Dec. 27. $35, $25 Goodspeed members. Tickets available at the Box Office, MonThu 10 a.m.- 5 p.m., or online at goodspeed.org 860-873-8668

EAST WINDSOR HOLIDAYS

Winterfest & Tunnel of Lights, Connecticut Trolley Museum, 58 North Road. Through Dec. 30. Fri-Sun 5-9 p.m. $20-$15 per person. Museum open from Dec 26-30, and will be following the State of Connecticut Covid-19 guidelines including masks while visiting. All tickets must be made before visiting the Museum at ct-trolley.org

ESSEX HOLIDAYS

Holiday Train Show, Connecticut River Museum, 67 Main St. Through Feb. 14. Tue-Sun 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $10 adults, $8 seniors, $7 students, $6 children (6-12), under 6 free.

Timed, ticketed admission for all guests, including members. 860767-8269, ctrivermuseum.org

VISUAL ARTS

River Valley Artists group show with works by artists from Essex, Chester and Deep River, Earth and Fire Art Studio, 2 Main St. Through Jan. 23. Gallery hours: Wed, Thu 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fri, Sat noon-4 p.m. earthandfireartstudio.com, 860767-753-2425.

Essex Art Association’s virtual exhibit, “Art in Isolation,” on view. Submissions on a rolling basis accepted. essexartassociation.com

FAIRFIELD COMEDY

End of Year Review with Beecher & Joe Gerics, virtual show hosted by Fairfield Comedy Club, Dec. 30, 8 p.m. $15. fairfieldcomedyclub.com

OUTDOORS

Nature Walk at Oak Lawn Cemetery & Arboretum, 1530 Bronson Road. Self-guided tour highlights some of the specimen trees and historic markers. Brochure with map available at the office kiosk or click the QR code from your smartphone to use the audio tour.

VISUAL ARTS

“Outside” show by Art/Place members, Fairfield Theater Company building, 70 Sanford St. On view in the gallery daily 11 a.m.-5 p.m. until futher notice. 203-3191404

“Crossing the Border: The Challenging Truths of Human Migration,” Pequot Library, 720 Pequot Ave. Through Jan. 23. In-person exhibit browsing hours: Mondays, Wednesdays, 3-6 p.m.; Fridays, 3-5 p.m.; Saturdays, 2-4 p.m. Masks and physical distancing required. 203-259-0346, pequotlibrary.org

“Hiroshige I, Fuchu: The Abe River,” online viewing offered by Fairfield University Art Museum. fairfield.edu/museum

FARMINGTON HOLIDAYS

“The Nutcracker Reimagined,” performed by Ballet Theatre Company, Hill-Stead Museum, 35 Mountain Road. Through Jan. 10. $20 members & children, $25 nonmembers. Tickets must be purchased in advance. No tickets sold at the door. All safety precautions enforced.

GREENWICH

EDUCATIONAL

Greenwich Art Society Studio School Winter Term opens for hybrid, in-person & new online classes. Classes start Jan. 8. G.A.S. Studio School will follow strict Covid safety protocols for those classes to be held in studio. Winter term class schedule and registration availability at greenwichartsociety.org

HOLIDAYS

Virtual Greenwich Holiday Stroll, through Dec. 24. Innovative and informative way for local retailers and restaurateurs to connect with the community through 24 days of short videos highlighting their holiday merchandise, gift ideas, festive wares, services, signatures dishes, and celebratory cocktails. greenwichreindeerfestival.com

VISUAL ARTS

“Tabula Rasa,” features pieces by Ben Quesnel, Greenwich Art Center's Bendheim Gallery. 299 Greenwich Ave. Through Jan. 5. Viewing hours by appointment, weekdays 10 a.m.-4 p.m., weekends noon-4 p.m. greenwichartscouncil.org

“MASKED/ UnMASKED,” by Serge Clement and Marina Kamena, Gilles Clement Gallery, 45, E. Putnam Ave. Through Jan. 19. Hours: Tue-Sat 10:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. 203-489-3556, e-mail derdos@gclementgallery.com, gclementgallery.com

“Places We Love” oil paintings by Jennifer Williams, Galerie 888, 96 Greenwich Ave. Exhibit on display through Dec. 31, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. galerie888.ct@gmail.com 203856-9048.

“Animal Attraction” by Heidi Johnson, Greenwich Library Flinn Gallery, 101 W. Putnam Ave. Through Jan. 6. 203-622- 7947, flinngallery.com

HAMDEN

VISUAL ARTS

“Silverbells Art Exhibit and Sale,” on-line exhibit available for viewing at hamdenartleague.org

HARTFORD HOLIDAYS

“Christmas on the Rocks,” virtual holiday tradition hosted by TheaterWorks, through Dec. 31. $25. 860-986-7466, twhartford.org

First Night Hartford 2021 is allvirtual, with livestreamed events and Zoom arts and crafts, Dec. 31, beginning around 2 p.m. and end just after midnight. Admission is free to all events. Buttons will be sold and your purchase goes as a donation. $25 “First Night in a Box” with supplies to interact with the craft workshops, as well as Hartford-based trivia, a coloring book and other items. No fireworks will be set off over the Capitol. firstnighthartford.org

Holiday Light Fantasia, Goodwin Park, 1130 Maple Ave. Through Jan. 3. Thu-Sun 5-10 p.m. $15 car (up to 10 passengers), $25 limousine, $50 mini bus (up to 30 passengers), $100 full size bus (31 passengers +). Drive-through wonderland of holiday spirit that celebrate not only Christmas, but Hanukkah,

New Years and Three Kings Day. Benefits Channel 3 Kids Camp. 860-742-2267, facebook.com/ HartfordHolidayLightFantasia

“The Nutcracker Suite & Spicy,” performed by CONNetic Dance, free virtual stream, through Dec. 31. Production alongside the documentary film about it will be presented in partnership with the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art. Related virtual events: cocktail party, giveaways, fun activity downloads, and talk backs. Stream available at wadsworth.org and conneticdance.com.

MUSIC

Hartford Symphony Orchestra presents Spotlight: Music for Strings & Organ, through Jan. 10. Part of the virtual on-demand HSO Spotlight Series. Tickets and information available at hartfordsymphony.org.

KENT VISUAL ARTS

“Lofty Spirits” photo exhibit by Maria J. LaFontan and Lucy C. Pierpont, Library Gallery, 32 N. Main St. Online only Jan. 4-Feb. 27. 860-927-3761, kentmemoriallibrary.org

MASHANTUCKET COMEDY

Kevin Israel, Foxwoods Resort Casino Centrale Fox Tower, 350 Trolley Line Blvd. Dec. 26, 8 p.m. No cover. 860-312-3000, foxwoods.com

MERIDEN HOLIDAYS

Festival of Silver Lights, Hubbard Park & Castle Craig, 1000 West Main St. Through Jan. 2. Dusk to dawn. Free. 203- 630-4259, meridenct.gov

MIDDLETOWN

VISUAL ARTS

“From The Heart” by artist Laura

Vaczek, Buttonwood Tree Performing Arts Center, 605 Main St. Through Dec 31. Gallery hours: Wednesdays 9-11a.m. & 6-8 p.m; Thursdays 2-5 p.m. CDC rules for viewing enforced. buttonwood.org

MILFORD HOLIDAYS

“Pantochino’s Christmas Countdown,” hosted by Pantochino Productions Inc., through Dec. 24. Delivered to audiences via twentyfour daily e-mails featuring scenes, songs, stories and surprises featuring the talents of Pantochino’s musical theatre performers. $10. Register on the company’s website. pantochino.com

Poinsettia Sale, Glendale Farm, 203 Herbert St. Through Dec. 24, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. daily. Open to the public, face masks required. Cash and checks accepted. 203-8747203, facebook.com/GlendaleFarmsCT

MYSTIC HOLIDAYS

Holiday Lights Spectacular, Olde Mistick Village, 27 Coogan Blvd. Through Jan. Mon-Thu 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Fri & Sat 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun, 11a.m.-6 p.m. Face coverings required and social distancing is maintained in our wide open campus of stores. oldemistickvillage.com

NEW BRITIAN

VISUAL ARTS

“2020/20+ Women @ NBMAA,” New Britain Museum of American Art on view through Jan. 31; “Some Day is Now, Women, Art & Social Change,” on view through Jan. 24. 860-229-0257, nbmaa.org

NEW CANAAN VISUAL ARTS

“Peter Monaghan: Fold” solo exhibit, Heather Gaudio Fine Art, 66 Elm St. Through Jan. 9. 203-801-9590, heathergaudiofineart.com

NEW HAVEN HOLIDAYS

Cafe 9, in association with NHdocs: New Haven Documentary Film Festival, present an online holiday streaming version of the annual Cafe 9 Vomitorium, and screening of the documentary, “North Pole, NY.” Movie and concert available through Dec. 26, 6-11:45 p.m. All proceeds from the screening/ performances benefit the Cafe 9 employee tip jar. For tickets visit: NHdocsTix.com

Virtual performances hosted by the Shubert Theatre: “Eleanor's Very Merry Christmas Wish-The Musical,” through Dec. 27. Streaming tickets start at $20; “A Christmas Carol,” through Jan. 3. $50. 203624-0825, shubert.com

Fantasy of Lights, Lighthouse Point Park, 2 Lighthouse Road. Through Dec. 31. Sun-Thu 5-9 p.m.; Fri-Sat 5-10 p.m. $10 car, $25 minibus, $50 full-size bus. 203-777-2000, goodwillsne.org

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MUSIC

New Haven Symphony Orchestra presents Alternative Programming online and social media: NHSO @Home Series: NHSO musicians and guest artists perform music from home; Instrument Selection Resource Center; and Listen Up! Podcast Series. newhavensymphony.org

SPECIALS

Natural Science Illustration Classes for Adults, offered by Yale Peabody Museum on-line through its Natural Science Illustration Program. Registration is open beginning in Jan. Register and information, visit peabody.yale.edu or call 203-4323775.

New Haven Museum: “Documenting the COVID-19 Crisis,” an effort to collect stories and photos of life in New Haven during the coronavirus quarantine. Also virtual offerings. newhavenmuseum.org

Beinecke Library at Yale University has a new offering on YouTube: “Introduction to the Collection of Modern European Books and Manuscripts with Curator Kevin Repp.” Digital exhibits: “1917 Silent Protest Parade Fifth Avenue, New York City,” “Protest Culture in Peril: Frigidaire under Threat in Italy Today,” “Carl Van Vechten’s Harlem Renaissance Portraits,” “America and the Utopian Dream,” “Making the Medieval English M anuscript.” beinecke.library.yale.edu

NEW MILFORD

HOLIDAYS

“Holiday Happenings,” Gallery 25 and Creative Arts Studio, 11 Railroad St. Through Jan. 9. Gallery hours: Thu noon-3 p.m., Fri & Sat noon-6 p.m., Sun noon-3 p.m. 860-355-6009, Gallery25CT.com

VISUAL ARTS

“When the Snow Flies,” Gallery 25 and Creative Arts Studio, 11 Railroad St. Through Jan. 9. Gallery hours: Thu noon- 3 p.m.; Fri & Sat noon-6 p.m.; Sun noon-3 p.m. gallery25ct.com

NORWALK

FILMS

Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk IMAX Theater, 10 N Water St. Re-opens for seven weeks of films in a memorable giant-screen finale. Through Jan. 18. IMAX movie tickets are $5 per person. COVID precautions include reduced capacity, physical distancing and required face masks. See the entire IMAX finale movie schedule, view trailers and reserve tickets at maritimeaquarium.org.

HOLIDAYS

“Christmas Playtime at the Mansion,” Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum, 295 West Ave. Through Jan. 3. Wed-Thu, Sat-Sun noon-2 p.m. $10 adults, $8 seniors, $6 youth, free children (7 and under). Museum’s doll collection along with several vintage toys will be exhibited. First floor of the Mansion will feature Christmas trees decorated with period-appropriate ornaments, a dining table adorned with antique silver and china, several playful dolls and toy vignettes and Victorian gowns. Contemporary displays and trees also on display. Tours of the new exhibit will be on a limited basis due to the continued threat of COVID-19 and to achieve safe distancing measures. Tickets must be purchased online through the website. No walk-ins accepted. 203-838-9799, lockwoodmathewsmansion.com

“Holiday Cards for Kids,”from your own home, make Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, New Years or Happy Holiday cards for the nonprofit organization, Cards for Hospitalized Kids. Hosted by Norwalk Historical Society.Visit cardsforhospitalizedkids.com or norwalkhistoricalsociety.org for card making guidelines and suggestions. Historical Society will mail the cards to the organization in time for holiday distribution. Rowayton Gift Stroll, Pinkney Park to Rowayton Arts Center, 145 Rowayton Ave. Through Dec. 24. RAC gallery will be filled with original, handcrafted works by local artists for the annual Holiday Gift Show: small ornaments and holiday-related items as well as jewelry, ceramics and knitted items plus cards, prints and paintings. There’s also a special selection of items by the Rowayton Gardeners. Regular hours for the show: Tue-Fri noon-5 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m; Sun noon-5 p.m. (closed on Mondays). rowaytonarts.org

SPECIALS

“Paint and Sip,” online workshop offered by Rowayton Arts Center on Zoom, Dec. 29, 4:30-6 p.m. $30. For an additional $25 supplies will be delivered to your door. Register at rowaytonarts.org/workshops or call 203-866-2744, ext. 2. “Living Lights,” Maritime Aquarium, 10 N. Water St. Exhibit features creatures that have the unique ability to glow in the dark, through fluorescence or a natural process called bioluminescence. Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m., through Dec. Limited guest capacity, masks required, ticket sales online with timed entries. $26.95, $24.95 age 65+, $19.95 ages 3-12. Free with admission. 203-852-0700, maritimeaquarium.org

VISUAL ARTS

City of Norwalk Parking Authority’s Maritime Garage Gallery is holding a virtual exhibit entitled “Splash.” Featuring artwork with pieces that bring light and energy via bright colors and dynamic composition. The exhibit will run through March 14. Artists and the public are encouraged to participate via the Gallery’s social media. 203- 8319063, norwalkpark.org/public-art

OLD SAYBROOK

FILMS

“Herb Alpert Is...,” virtual documentary screening hosted by Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, available through Dec. 31. Ticket allows for 30 days of viewing from the date of purchase. Purchase your ticket at bit.ly/373fb5l. 860510-0453, thekate.org

HOLIDAYS

Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center hosts Holiday events: We Banjo 3: A Winter Wonderful, virtual Holiday concert, accessable to watch live stream through Dec. 26. Masks required, and social distancing.860-510-0453, thekate.org

ORANGE

SPECIALS

Historical Society’s Academy Museum and Antique Shop, 605 Orange Center Road. Sat, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Masks required. 203-795-3106.

RIDGEFIELD

FILMS

“Clueless,” Ridgefield Playhouse, 80 E. Ridge. Dec. 27, 1 & 5 p.m. $12.50. Masks and social distance required at all times. 203-4385795, ridgefieldplayhouse.org

VISUAL ARTS

Exhibit “Frank Stella's Stars, A Survey,” on view in the Sculpture Garden and in the galleries, through May 9, 2021. Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum, 258 Main St. aldrichart.org

SHARON

VISUAL ARTS

“NOSTALGIA,” exhibit featuring work by Ann Toebbe and Carly Glovinski, Standard Space, 147 Main St. Through Jan. 10. Four individuals or one family group admitted into the exhibit at a time. Mask required. Open to the public by appointment under Pandemic, Covid-19 rules, Fri-Sun noon-6 p.m. Mon-Thu by appointment. 917-6273261, standardspace.net

SHERMAN

SPECIALS

JCC of Sherman’s Open Mic Night, 9 Route 39 S., in the parking lot, Thurs, 6-8 p.m. Register by 5 p.m. before arriving. Free. Donation of $10 non-performers, $5 performers. Social distancing of 6-feet apart. Everyone is required to wear their masks (that covers nose & mouth) at all times. You will not be admitted without one. jccinsherman.org

VISUAL ARTS

“Light Reveals” by Suzanne Ashley, Sherman Library, 1 Sherman Center. Artwork on display in-person through Jan. 6. Tue-Sat 2-4 p.m. Also available virtually on the Sherman Library website. 860354-2455, shermanlibrary.org.

SOUTH NORWALK

HOLIDAYS

SoNo Holiday Arts Market-Arts, Crafts and ART-ful Gifts, Washington St. Through Dec. 24, Fri-Sun noon- 5 p.m. Gallery Stroll featuring fine art, food, crafts, clothing, lotions, stationary, furniture, candles, home decor. Safe practices, masks and social distancing required. 518-852-6478

SOUTH WINDSOR

HOLIDAYS

Gingerbread House Festival: A Picture Perfect Holiday, Promenade Shops at Evergreen Walk, 501 Evergreen Way. Through Jan. 3. Free. Social distancing and safe covid-19 precautions. 860-2891783, woodmemoriallibrary.org

STAMFORD

FILMS

Avon Theatre, 272 Bedford St. In-Person screenings: “Promising Young Woman,” Dec. 25-31. Fri-Sun 1, 4:15, 7:30 p.m.; Mon-Wed 4:15, 7:30 p.m.; Thu 1, 4:15, 7:30 p.m. “The Dissident,” Dec. 25-31. Fri-Sun 12:30, 3:45, 7 p.m.; Mon-Wed 3:45, 7 p.m.; Thu 12:30, 3:45, 7 p.m. $9 Avon members, $14.50 public. avontheatre.org

STRATFORD

LECTURES

“Conversations on Racial Equity ” six-part series, presented by Stratford CARE (Citizens Addressing Racial Equity) and sponsored by the Town of Stratford, Stratford Clergy Association and the Stratford Library on Zoom. Programs are: “Health Disparities,” Jan. 7; “Educational Disparities,” Feb. 4; “Employment Disparities,” March 4; and “Criminal Justice Disparities,” April 1. All sessions run 7:308:45 p.m. 203-385-4162. Register at stratfordcare.org/courage

SPECIALS

National Helicopter Museum at Railroad Station (east bound), 2480 Main St. By appointment only. Masks required. Free admission, parking. 203-375-8857, nationalhelicoptermuseum.org

TORRINGTON

HOLIDAYS

Christmas Village: A Tradition in Torrington, 150 Church St. Through Dec. 24. Mon-Fri 1-8:30 p.m.; SatSun noon-8:30 p.m.; Christmas Eve 9 a.m.-noon. Online registration required to select a specific date and entry time. 860-489-2274, torringtonct.myrec.com

UNCASVILLE

COMEDY

Mike Koutrobis, Comix Roadhouse at Mohegan Sun Resort & Casino, 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd. Dec. 25, 7:30 p.m.; Dec. 26, 8 p.m. $55-$25. In the Comedy Club: Spinnato’s Comedy Magic Show: Jim Spinnato, Dec. 25, 5 p.m.; David Garrity,Dec. 26, 4 p.m.; Master Mentalist Jon Stetson, Dec. 27, 4 p.m. $15, $10; Silly Sunday: Brian Beaudoin, Dec. 27, 8 p.m. $20, $15, $10. comixroadhouse.com mohegansun.com

WALLINGFORD

HOLIDAYS

Magic of Lights, Toyota Oakdale Theater, 95 South Turnpike Road. Through Jan. 2, 5-10 p.m. daily. Standard vehicle: Mon-Thu $30; Fri-Sun $35; Limo/bus: Mon-Thu $55, Fri-Sun $60. Drive-through from the comfort and safety of your own car as you wind through the sparkling path. magicoflights.com

WASHINGTON

HOLIDAYS

Institute of American Indian Studies, 38 Curtis Road. Gift Shop is open. Museum and Gift Shop is open Fri, Sat 11 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun noon-4 p.m. Reserve a spot for in-person shopping by calling 860-868-0518 or e-mail events@isismuseum.org. Virtual Holiday Market available through Jan. 3, on the Institute's website. isismuseum.org

SPECIALS

Celebration of Young Photographers Show/Sale. The top 60 photos will be available for purchase from Still River Editions, in Danbury, through Jan. 6. Gunn Historical Museum’s Washington Cemetery Tour will be pre-recorded and posted on the Museum’s website gunnmuseum.org and social media channels for viewing.

VISUAL ARTS

“Recent Paintings,” works by Megan Marden, Gunn Library Stairwell Gallery, 5 Wykeham Road. Exibit on display through Jan. 2. Library hours at gunnlibrary.org. 860-8687586, e-mail gunncirc@biblio.org.

WATERBURY

HOLIDAYS

“Eleanor’s Very Merry Christmas Wish-The Musical,” virtual streaming hosted by the Palace Theater, through Dec. 27. $20 per household with the special theater promo code, $45-$60 Eleanor’s Very

Merry Christmas Party in a Box. Purchase tickets online. 203-3462000, palacetheaterct.org

WEST HARTFORD

HOLIDAYS

“All is Calm: The Christmas Truce of 1914,” stream-at-home production hosted by Playhouse on Park, through Jan. 3. Stream-at-home tickets are $20 per stream plus an additional $3 service charge.

Online orders are subject to an additional $1.50 processing fee. For information on streaming, or to purchase tickets, visit PlayhouseOnPark.org.

WESTON

OUTDOORS

Historic Outdoor Signage Installed, Weston Historical Society’s Coley Homestead, 104 Weston Road. Stroll the grounds and take a self-guided tour to explore the site’s history. Parking and site entrance is accessed from High Acre Road. Grounds are open everyday, dawn to dusk. Buildings remain closed to mitigate the spread of Covid-19. Dogs allowed. Social distancing and masks required. info@westonhistoricalsociety.org, 203-226-1804, westonhistoricalsociety.org.

WESTPORT

HOLIDAYS

“A Merry Little Christmas Carol,” audio play presented by Westport Country Playhouse, in partnership with WSHU Public Radio, Dec. 26, 8 p.m. Audio play available through Jan. 3 at westportplayhouse.org

SPECIALS

Winter Farmers’ Market, Gilbertie's Herb Gardens, 7 Sylvan Lane. Through March 11, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursdays only. westportfarmersmarket.com

WILTON

SPECIALS

Weir Farm National Historic Site, 735 Nod Hill Road. Access to grounds and parking lot to 50% capacity. Park hours 7 a.m.- 5 p.m. daily. Virtual online galleries of artwork created by impressionist J. Alden Weir and other Weir Farm artists still available. nps.gov/wefa

VISUAL ARTS

Wilton Historical Society’s online show, “Citizens at Last: Hannah Ambler, Grace Schenck and the Vote”on-line exhibit runs through Sept. 21, 2021.

Works by Contemporary Artists of Modern Craft in celebration of the publication of their 50th catalog, Browngrotta Arts, 276 Ridgefield Road. browngrotta.com Art in the Park Exhibit, a virtual festival hosted by Weir Farm National Historic Site. All works will be included in a virtual exhibit on Weir Farm's website. nps.gov/wefa “Weir Farm Artist-in-Residence Reflections: Creating During the Pandemic,” video hosted by Weir Farm Art Alliance, Dec. 18. Additional episodes resuming in Jan. View all available episodes and connect with the Weir Farm Art Alliance on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and website. weirfarmartalliance.org

WINDSOR LOCKS

SPECIALS

Burnelli CBY-3 Loadmaster, New England Air Museum, 36 Perimeter Road. Rare, and fully restored aircraft now on display. Also on display are Grumman F-14B Tomcat, Stearman PT-17, a Ryan PT-22A, and the Pratt & Whitney J58, jet engine. Winter hours: Tue-Sun 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Closed Mondays. 860-623-3305, neam.org