CCC News March 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
MOBILE FOOD PANTRY
https://mobilefoodpantry.ctfoodshare.org/
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
Two other food resources:
YMCA Summer Day Camp
631 Orange Avenue
Milford, CT 06461
203.878.6501
The YMCA believes all kids have great potential and deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. At YMCA day camp kids and teens can develop skills, self-confidence, new friendships and a sense of belonging – all while having tons of fun.
Purple Pantry Boxes (PPB)
As we continue to serve folks who struggle with food insecurity, a long term goal is to create an additional space for people in our community to get perishable foods, adding another layer of nutritious food to our neighbors who need help and support. This is why we are increasing our fundraising efforts and hosting a number of exciting community events. Hope to see you there!
Milford Tug Of War Festival
Register NOW! for May 3, 2025!
Join us for our second annual Tug of War Contest! Teams are forming now! Sign up with this link: https://givebutter.com/Cqt2tq
Come to play but stay for live music, vendors, kids activities, therapy bunnies, and food trucks!
All proceeds benefit local mental health initiatives such as school speakers, youth projects, and more!
Play At the Post
🌈Toddler Tuesdays at The Post 🌈
TUESDAYS from 11am-1pm
Located at Play at The Post - upper level in former Abercrombie, across from the previous location
Join us each week for FREE FUN! Each event may be a little different. We'll have a reading corner, coloring station, fun music & more.
Recommended for children ages 1-6. Caretakers must remain on-site.
Mathnasium of Milford,
March 14th Pi Day Party Free Event
Please join us for our Pi Day Party Free Event on Friday March 14, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
201 Cherry Street, Milford
Everybody’s invited (including parents)!This is a free public event, and you don’t have to be a Mathnasium student to join the fun! 🎉
Women Take Flight
DATE: March 8, 2025
TIME: 10AM - 3PM
LOCATION: New England Air Museum
36 Perimeter Road
Windsor Locks CT, 06096
860-623-3305
Celebrate women in aerospace. Meet local women in the aerospace industry, participate in hands-on STEM activities, climb aboard historic aircraft, fly flight simulators, and more!
Admission - Adults $23, Seniors $19, Youth (4-14) $13, 3 & Under Free
Stepping Stones -25th Birthday Bash!
Saturday, March 8 • 3:00 – 7:00 pm
Come one, come all and celebrate 25 amazing years of Stepping Stones Museum for Children! The 25th Birthday Bash brings the magic of the circus to life with dazzling professional circus acts, exciting circus-themed activities and immersive opportunities to try your hand at circus skills. Plus, don't miss delicious dessert demos by Elm Street Diner and other whimsical surprises around every corner! Join us for an evening of unforgettable family fun as we commemorate this milestone anniversary.
Tickets- Purchase them ahead of time!
Members: $20
Non-Members: $25
Family Days at AMP
What : American Mural Project
When: March 8, 2025
Location : 90 Whiting Street | PO Box 538 | Winsted, CT 06098
Contact : (860) 379-3006
Fun, Educational, Hands-On Programs for the Whole Family
Looking for creative, engaging activities for the whole family? AMP’s Family Days offer an exciting lineup of hands-on activities for children of all ages. Games, storytimes, art projects, and interactive learning programs spark kids’ curiosity and creativity—and celebrate the “art of work.” AMP’s Family Days are the perfect way to spend quality time together. Free admission for kids!
Activities for All Ages
Got older kids? We’ve got you covered! AMP’s Family Days feature creative experiences for tweens and teens alongside activities for younger children. Everyone gets to participate in hands-on, enriching experiences.
Family Days also coincide with AMP’s popular Teen Art Studio (ages 13 to 18). In this creative makerspace, teens explore artistic mediums together, led by a teaching artist. (Teen Art Studio materials fee: $5—or free with an AMP Annual Student Pass: $25)
Free Admission for Kids on Family Days ( under 18 )
All Family Day activities are included. AMP also participates in Museums for All, offering reduced admission for SNAP EBT card holders.