CCC News February 2025
MPS Community Connections Centers
Milford Public Schools Community Connections Centers build bridges between families and available services within the community.
Serving all Milford elementary students and their families.
Families- If you are seeking guidance or support for housing, utilities, legal, mental health, substance use, parenting, or other daily life needs; please contact Mrs. Mary-Kate Williams at (203) 882- 6094 or Mrs. Cara Dascenzo at (203) 301-5664 for assistance. Please note that in person appointments are available. We look forward to assisting you!
The CCC honors all family inquiries as private and confidential unless parent permission is given or Connecticut state mandated reporting applies.
For more resources go to our CCC Website.
CT FoodShare
MILFORD - Kingdom Life Christian Church Cathedral
When - Tue. March 11, 2025 11am – 12pm
Where - 1455 Naugatuck Ave, Milford, CT 06461
Occurs every 2 weeks on Tuesday, 11AM-12PM
https://mobilefoodpantry.ctfoodshare.org/
Food Assistance Resources
Milford Park & Recreation
The Milford Recreation Department is proud to offer a week-long Youth Football Camp this summer!
The camp will take place at the Orange Avenue Grass & Turf Fields. It will take place during the week of July 21st-July 25th Monday-Friday 9am-12pm.
General Information
Monday July 21st-Friday July 25th
9am-12pm
Registration
No equipment needed, just athletic clothing, sneakers (NO SPIKES!!), and water.
TEAM-Tax Assistance
Financial Assistance
Milford Senior Center
9 Jepson Drive
Milford, CT 06460
VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance)
TEAM offers free tax preparation and filing through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. IRS-trained volunteers help taxpayers prepare basic tax return forms, where the primary source of income is from wages and salaries. The tax returns are filed electronically at no cost.
Eligibility Requirements
VITA offers free tax help to low- to moderate-income people (annual household income of $68,000 and below).
Please call 211 or go online to www.211ct.org to schedule an appointment at the Milford Senior Center or TEAM in Derby.
Elks-Bottle & Can Drive
Sun, Mar 2, 2025 at 10:00 AM
124 New Haven Ave, Milford, CT, 06460
The Milford Elks invite you to bring your cans and bottles to our monthly drive. These funds help us to support our community and makes recycling for you a breeze.
Home Depot- Kids Projects-Basketball Game
440 Boston Post Road Orange CT 06477
Join us the first Saturday of each month between 9 am – 12 pm for free in-person Kids Workshops. While supplies last.
Explore free workshops for all ages and experience levels, from Kids Workshops to Livestream How-To Workshops. Tackle any home improvement or DIY projects with confidence. See what’s available and register today.
Free Family Concert: Three Little Pigs
Date: Saturday • March 1, 2025
Time: 10:30 am
Where: Ansonia Armory
Address: 5 State St, Ansonia, CT 06401
It is FREE but you must Register
The NHSO’s Free Family Series features exciting programs designed to delight children ages 3-8 and their families. These free, interactive concerts will take place at kid-friendly venues across southern Connecticut between February – April, creating a magical introduction to live music, storytelling, and education for young audiences.
Mardi Gras Family Fun at The Shore Line Trolley Museum
17 River St.
East Haven, CT 06512
Experience the magic and excitement of Mardi Gras at The Shore Line Trolley Museum on Saturday, March 1, 2025, from 11 am to 2 pm.
Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, and $8 for children. Children under 2 attend for free. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door.
For more information, call (203) 467-6927 or email reservations@shorelinetrolley.org.
Celebrate the spirit of Bourbon Street with music, crafts, magic, and festive trolley rides aboard a beautifully decorated 100-year-old New Orleans trolley.
The Great African Dance Exchange
Location: Weston History & Culture Center 104 Weston Road, Weston, CT 06883, with parking and entrance on High Acre Road.
Date: Sunday, March 2, 2025, at 2 pm.
This event is free, but registration is required as space is limited to 30 participants.
FREE EVENT but only 30 spots available. Registration Required. Register Here.
For more information, visit westoncthistory.org or contact info@westoncthistory.org or (203) 226-1804.
Led by dancer and educator Jolyn Washington Walker, this program will introduce participants to traditional West African dance steps and rhythms from Ghana. Children and families will have the opportunity to move to the beats or play traditional instruments during the session.
The workshop is best suited for families with children ages 5 and up. Parents must stay with their children and are encouraged to participate. Wear comfortable clothing.
Astronomy Night: Stargazing at Lyman Orchards Golf Club
Enjoy a breathtaking evening of stargazing on Saturday, March 1 and March 15, 2025, from 7 pm to 10 pm.
Location:
Lyman Orchards Golf Club
70 Lyman Road
Middlefield, CT 06455
For more information, call (860) 349-6033 or email npeach@lymanorchards.com.
This event is free and open to the public.
Hosted by the Astronomical Society of New Haven, this event offers a unique opportunity to observe the two largest planets in our solar system, their moons, as well as galaxies, clusters, and nebulae through high-powered telescopes.
Guests are encouraged to bring blankets, chairs, and red flashlights to enhance their experience.
Please note that food and beverages are not permitted near the telescopes, and white lights from smartphones and flashlights should be avoided to preserve night vision.