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Flyer Submission & Distribution
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Community Events
Below please find information on upcoming community events. A flyer is attached for each event. Please be advised that these events are not organized or operated by Waterbury Public Schools or any of its schools.
February Events
February 2025
Chess
Learn or practice playing chess at the Mattatuck Museum. Visitors can join instructor Mark Galvin for a private or semi-private chess lesson. These FREE lessons are open to anyone, but advance booking is required. Please email Abigail Sites, Assistant Director of Public Engagement, at abigail@mattmuseum.org or call (203) 753-0381 x 117 to make an appointment.
Teen Time
Every Wednesday | 2:30-4 PM Hang out with your friends, try a relaxing craft, get creative with graphic design, or chill on a beanbag! All teens aged 13-18 are welcome, with supplies and snacks provided. To pre-register please call (203) 753-0381, extension 130 Cost: $5 Per Person, Waterbury students and holders of a Kids Adventure Pass get in FREE. Support provided by United Way of Greater Waterbury and Elisha Leavenworth Foundation.
Storytelling Through Movement Workshop, City Youth Theater/City Stage Company
Tuesdays | 5:30 – 6:30 PM - A six-week program designed for students in grades 6-12. This workshop explores the art of storytelling without words, helping participants unlock their creative potential. Register Here
FAFSA Completion Workshops
Saturday, Feb. 8 | 10am-2pm Wednesday, Feb. 12 | 5:00-7pm Wednesday, Feb. 26 | 5:30-7pm [Founders Hall] Class of 2025, don’t forget to apply for FAFSA! The next workshop is Saturday, February 8 at the CT State Naugatuck Valley Campus Tech Hall (Room T510)! See the flyer for more information.
Access for All Day- FREE Admission, Mattatuck Museum
Saturday, February 8 | 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM Free admission and programming on the Second Saturday of each month.
Family Yoga (FREE)
Saturday, February 8 | 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Practice yoga in this family-friendly environment! Stretch your body and mind with a certified instructor in this creative outlet designed to boost self-esteem and reduce stress.
Storytime: Tacky and the Winter Games by Helen Lester (FREE)
Saturday, February 8 | 11:00 - 11:15 AM Join us for a reading of our story of the month which relates to the Kid’s Art Workshop that follows each story time. This month’s story is “Tacky and the Winter Games” by Helen Lester.
Kids Art Workshop: Watercolor Valentine’s Day Cards (FREE)
Saturday, February 8 | 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Create original works of art and Valentine’s Day cards all in one! Using wax and watercolors, participants will make disappearing designs only revealed when painted! Sponsored by Art Bridges Foundation Access for All Initiative.
Winter is the Pits, City of Waterbury
Saturday, February 8 | 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM 110 Hamilton Park Rd, Waterbury, CT 06705 City of Waterbury is hosting their Winter is the Pits at Hamilton Park on Saturday, February 8, 2025 from 11:00am-4:00pm. Come bring the whole family and enjoy bonfires, mobile pub, train rides, food trucks, music and games!
Five Guys Named Moe, City Youth Theater/City Stage Company
Saturday, February 15 | 7:00 PM Palace Theater | 100 E Main St, Waterbury, CT 06702 City Youth Theater/City Stage Company is thrilled to celebrate Black History Month with a special one-night-only performance of Five Guys Named Moe: In Concert. Join us for an unforgettable night of music, culture, and celebration. This high-energy musical pays tribute to the incredible legacy of African American artists and storytellers. It’s the perfect way to honor Black History Month while enjoying an evening of timeless hits and electrifying performances. Get Your Tickets Here: https://our.show/5guyscyt
Girls Make HERstory, Girls Inc.
Monday - Tuesday, February 17-18 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Hop in the time machine for this two-day experience exploring family and cultural heritage. Participants will celebrate both the women of yesterday and how each girl is making their own HERstory today—including putting together their own time capsule! Grades K-8. Snacks provided, but students should bring lunch. See the flyer for more information Register Here
School's Out!
History Mystery Monday, February 17 Creative HERstory Tuesday, February 18 From 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Early drop off 8:00 to 9:30 Late pick up 3:30 to 5:00 PM. Drop off your child for a full day of exploration! Children will immerse themselves in the Museum’s galleries while learning about history and developing their artistic skills using unique materials and techniques. This popular program often sells out, so pre-registration is required. Cost per day: $10 for Waterbury students. Support provided by American Savings Foundation, United Way of Greater Waterbury, and the Elisha Leavenworth Foundation.
Hecho in Puelto Rico, SERC
Wednesday, February 19 | 5:00 - 7:00 PM Roberto Clemente International Dual Language School | 116 Beecher Ave, Waterbury, CT 06705 SERC is hosting a play at Roberto Clemente International for the Waterbury community! See the flyer for more information.
March Events
March Events
Chess
Learn or practice playing chess at the Mattatuck Museum. Visitors can join instructor Mark Galvin for a private or semi-private chess lesson. These FREE lessons are open to anyone, but advance booking is required. Please email Abigail Sites, Assistant Director of Public Engagement, at abigail@mattmuseum.org or call (203) 753-0381 x 117 to make an appointment.
Teen Time
Every Wednesday | 2:30-4 PM Hang out with your friends, try a relaxing craft, get creative with graphic design, or chill on a beanbag! All teens aged 13-18 are welcome, with supplies and snacks provided. To pre-register please call (203) 753-0381, extension 130 Cost: $5 Per Person, Waterbury students and holders of a Kids Adventure Pass get in FREE. Support provided by United Way of Greater Waterbury and Elisha Leavenworth Foundation.
Storytelling Through Movement Workshop, City Youth Theater/City Stage Company
Tuesdays | 5:30 – 6:30 PM - A six-week program designed for students in grades 6-12. This workshop explores the art of storytelling without words, helping participants unlock their creative potential. Register Here
Post High School Career Fair, Park Central
Wednesday, March 5 | 12:30 - 2:30 PM Park Central, 35 Park Place, Waterbury, CT 06702 High School Girls, you are invited! Save the date for this great Career Fair! Wednesday, March 5, 2025 (Waterbury Public Schools has a 1/2 day). See the flyer and visit www.parkcentralwaterbury.org for more information.
Waterbury Arts & Tourism Scholarship
Application Deadline March 10, 2025 Attention Class of 2025 - Look at this great scholarship for those looking to pursue higher education in Arts or Tourism! Apply before the deadline March 10, 2025.
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, WAMS
March 21 - March 23 | See flyer for show times! Palace Theater | 100 E Main St, Waterbury, CT 06702 Save the Date! WAMS presents Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at the Palace Theater! Get your tickets early! Call the Palace Box Office today. $20 General Admission, $17 Students!
50th Annual Poetry Contest, Silas Bronson Library
Submissions Close March 30, 2025 - It is that time of year again, Silas Bronson is running its annual Poetry Contest! The Poetry Contest is open to all Waterbury students who are in kindergarten through twelfth grade. See the flyer for more information.
Being Found: Searching for Connection and Community, Palace Theater
Registration Due March 3, 2025 Palace Theater | 100 E Main St, Waterbury, CT 06702
The Palace Theater is hosting a six-week after-school workshop series for students who are in 7th grade and above. Please see their flyer for more information regarding the program and registration or contact Peggy Terhune at terhune@palacetheaterct.org or (203) 346-2014.
Saturday Acting Intensives, Shakesperience Productions, Inc.
Saturday, March 8, 2025 | 9:00 - 10:00 AM, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM -See the flyer for more information.
Storytime: A Day With No Crayons, The Mattatuck Museum
Saturday, March 8th | 11:00 - 11:15 AM -FREE, Sponsored by Art Bridges
Kids Art Workshop: Fashion Sketching, The Mattatuck Museum
Saturday, March 8th | 11:15 AM-12:00 PM - Non-Members - $10 | Members - $10 | Adventure Passholders - $0 | Waterbury Students - $0
Learn about 20th century journalist and fashion photographer, Gordon Parks, and his iconic Vogue photos. Then, participants will put design skills to the test by sketching outfits fit for a runway. Sponsored by Art Bridges, American Savings Foundation, United Way of Greater Waterbury, Elisha Leavenworth Foundation
Intermediate Youth Art Workshop: Creating Clay Sculptures
Saturday, March 8th | 12:30 - 2:00 PM - Non-Members - $15 | Members - $10 | Adventure Passholders - $0 | Waterbury Students - $0
Youth (ages 11- 18) can come join Museum Educators in the classroom to learn sculpting basics and techniques. Using air dry clay students will be able to create vessels or figurative works without the need for a kiln. Students with previous sculpting experience are also welcome to join and use this as a place to practice. All supplies provided. Sponsored by American Savings Foundation, United Way of Greater Waterbury, Elisha Leavenworth Foundation
Spring Sports Registration & Coaches Wanted, East Mountain Athletic Association
Registration Starting March 6, 2025 -See the flyer for more information.
Sock Hop Inclusive Dance Party, Mr. C’s Voice Inc
Saturday, March 15, 2025 | 12:00 - 2:00 PM - Bucks Hill School Gym, 330 Bucks Hill Rd, Waterbury, CT
See the flyer for more information.
Youth Symposium, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc
Saturday, March 15, 2025 | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.’s national program, the Youth Symposium, is held annually in March. This year, they are excited to host the event at the Boys and Girls Club of Waterbury on March 15th. The Youth Symposium is a completely free event that offers valuable resources and inspiration for young people. Registration is required.
Jazz Concert: Quinn Mitchell and Friends
Saturday, March 22nd | 3:00-5:00 PM Non-Member: $20 | Member: $15 Enjoy an afternoon of jazz and R&B with Quinn Mitchell and his talented band as they perform in celebration of the Gordon Parks exhibition. Sponsored by Linford & Mildred White Charitable Fund.
Fashion Show Casting Call, City Starz: Elemental
Thursday, March 14, 2025 | 6:00 - 8:00 PM Greater Waterbury YMCA – YAR, 136 W Main Street Who Can Participate: Teens ages 13-18, no prior modeling experience required The Greater Waterbury YMCA is excited to invite students to audition for City Starz: Elemental, a unique and inclusive fashion show designed to build/boost confidence, creativity, and self-expression. Students will have the opportunity to showcase their style, gain runway experience, and be part of a professionally produced fashion show. The event is beginner-friendly and welcomes all individuals in a supportive and inclusive environment. Selected participants will be featured in the City Starz: Elemental Fashion Show on April 19, 2025 at the Greater Waterbury YMCA.
Community Easter Egg Hunt, City of Waterbury Bureau of Recreation
Saturday, March 29 | 12:00 - 2:00 PM 283 Sylvan Ave, Waterbury CT, 06706 The City of Waterbury's Bureau of Recreation would like to invite you to the Annual Bureau of Recreation East Egg Hunt, which will be held on Saturday, March 29th! This event promises to be a fun-filled day for children and families in our community, with plenty of activities and, of course, the much-anticipated egg hunt.
To participate, please register today to secure your spot. We look forward to seeing you there and celebrating the season's joy together.
Registration link: Waterbury Bureau of Parks / Bureau of Recreation: Easter Egg Hunt
April Events
April Events
Greater Waterbury Youth Employment Fair
Saturday, April 5th | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM City Hall, 235 Grand Street, Waterbury, CT 06708
This event is a fantastic opportunity for high school students to connect with local employers, explore job opportunities, and gain valuable career insights. By attending, students can: -Engage with potential employers offering jobs and career pathways. -Learn about different industries and workforce expectations. -Take an important step toward their future careers.
School’s Out: Wonderful Worldwide Artists, The Mattatuck Museum
April 14th- 18th, 9:30 AM -3:30 PM; Early drop off 8-9:30 AM & Late pick up 3:30-5:00 PM Non-Members - $210 | Members - $205 | Adventure Passholders - $105 | Waterbury Students - $20 Make sure to register for School's Out during April Break before all of the spots fill up! Drop off your child daily for this weeklong experience. Children will be immersed in the Museum’s galleries while learning about history and developing their art skills with unique materials and techniques. This program often sells out and pre-registration is REQUIRED. Support provided by American Savings Foundation, United Way of Greater Waterbury, Elisha Leavenworth Foundation, MacDermid Alpha
Autism Awareness Family Day, Mr. C’s Voice Inc
Sunday, April 27, 2025 | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Bucks Hill Park, 88 Montoe Rd, Waterbury, CT See the flyer for more information.
Summer Camp, City of Waterbury Bureau of Recreation
June 30 - August 8 | 8:45 AM - 2:45 PM The City of Waterbury Parks and Recreation will be offering Summer Camp- June 30th-August 8th for 1st-8th grade from 8:45am-2:45pm. Registration opens April 14th, 2025 $275 fee. For more information contact parks & rec at 203-574-8292
Spring Basketball League, Hoops 4 Life, Inc.
Open Registration - See flyer for details
Spring Basketball League for ages 8-12 years old. To keep the youth in the community active and engage in a safe place and off the streets. Season runs April - June. Register online: https://www.hoops4lifect.com/
See the flyer for more information.
Summer Daze @ Rose Hill. YMCA
Registration Begins on April 7, 2025
The YMCA will be offering a 6-week summer program designed to provide children with engaging activities, educational enrichment, and plenty of fun throughout the summer months. Families can pick up an application at the Greater Waterbury YMCA’s front desk. See the flyer for more information.
School Based Health Care, Community Health Center, Inc.
April Break (April 14-17): 7:30 AM – 2 PM, April 14-17
Summer Break: 7:30 AM – 2 PM, Monday through Friday at both sites
Crosby High School and Wilby High School
CHC plans to remain open during spring break and during the summer months. Many appointments booked for this week at both sites. See the flyer for more information.
P.E.A.C.H., Waterbury Hospital
April 14-17, 2025 | 9:00am - 1:00pm
Waterbury Hospital is having their Spring Break Health Exploration Camp. See the flyer for more information
School’s Out: Wonderful Worldwide Artists, The Mattatuck Museum
April 14th- 18th, 9:30 AM -3:30 PM; Early drop off 8-9:30 AM & Late pick up 3:30-5:00 PM
Non-Members - $210 | Members - $205 | Adventure Passholders - $105 | Waterbury Students - $20
Make sure to register for School's Out during April Break before all of the spots fill up! Drop off your child daily for this weeklong experience. Children will be immersed in the Museum’s galleries while learning about history and developing their art skills with unique materials and techniques. This program often sells out and pre-registration is REQUIRED.
Support provided by American Savings Foundation, United Way of Greater Waterbury, Elisha Leavenworth Foundation, MacDermid Alpha
Taft Day Program, Taft
Application Deadline - April 15, 2025
Registration for the Taft Day Program is now open! This program provides a valuable opportunity for students to engage in enriching activities in a structured and supportive environment. You can find more details and complete the registration using the following link: Summer @ Taft.
Spring Into Fatherhood: Health and Wellness Summit, Chop It Up & Reality Based Services
Saturday, April 26, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Career Academy, 175 Birch Street, Waterbury, CT
Join the Spring Into Fatherhood: Health and Wellness Summit — a powerful, community-centered event empowering Black & Brown boys and men! They will be talking mental & physical health, early screenings, preventive care, trauma, stress & more — with FREE health resources and live panel discussions from local experts, leaders, and doctors.
Hosted by: Chop It Up & Reality Based Services
FREE & Open to the Entire Community!
Let’s build a healthier future—together.
More info: info@welcome2reality.us | 203-529-5121
Purple Up for Military Kids!, Mattatuck Museum
Saturday, April 26 | 11:00 AM
This April, the Mattatuck Museum proudly joins the nationwide celebration of Military Kids Month by participating in “Purple Up! For Kids.” On Saturday, April 26, the Museum will offer a special Purple Up! Military Kids Storytime and Kids Art Workshop activity at 11 AM where children will hear a story about resilience and create a picture frame, then a gallery tour at 12 PM. Military children will receive free admission to this special activity. There will be a $5 admission for other participants, which will go into the Museum’s Purple Up Fund to pay for military families’ admission throughout the year.
Kala Farnham CT State Troubador in Concert, Mattatuck Museum
Saturday, April 26 from 3-5 PM
General Admission: $20, Members: $15
Hear Kala Farnham, 18th Connecticut State Troubadour, as she crafts songs with vocals, folk harp, piano, and guitar. Sponsored by Linford & Mildred White Charitable Fund
Autism Awareness Family Day, Mr. C’s Voice Inc
Sunday, April 27, 2025 | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Bucks Hill Park, 88 Montoe Rd, Waterbury, CT
See the flyer for more information.
COD 5v5 Black Ops 6 Tournament, Brass City Gamers
Sunday, April 27, 2025 | 12:00 PM
PAL Center, 64 Division Street, Waterbury, CT
Waterbury residents will have their chance to test their gaming skills in a Call of Duty Black Ops Six tournament hosted at PAL on Saturday, March 29, 12 noon. Teams of five will face off for the chance to win a team prize of $500! PAL is providing the Xboxes, controllers, and headsets for the tournament.
While the tournament is happening, younger siblings and friends of players will have the chance to test their own skills in non-competitive Super Smash Bros games, making this event family friendly.
The tournament is free to enter but registrants must sign up by visiting www.brasscitygamers.com or scanning the QR code. Registration closes on April 18th. Questions? Reach out to Hector Navarro at hnavarro@brasscitygamers.com.
