Our Spring Bird Walks start in mid-April, and run Saturdays and Wednesdays through mid-June!
Hammonasset State park in Madison, is widely regarded as the premier birding area in Connecticut. Approximately 240 species of birds occur in the park annually due to its diverse habitats of marsh, open water, woodland, grassland and shoreline.
We will be listening for bird calls and looking for spring migrants. This is a great chance to learn!
Join us, our 38th year leading walks!
Thursdays – Sundays 900 AM to 500 PM
Located 300 yards east of the Hammonasset Beach State Park entrance on Route 1. Next to the Greenway Trail Parking lot.
Friends of Hammonasset will be offering premium hanging baskets, perennials, 4” annuals, flats of bedding plants & vegetables.
Proceeds benefit our work with the Meigs Point Nature Center and other projects at Hammonasset Beach State Park
For information contact plantsale@hammonasset.org
To volunteer, contact volunteerplantsale@hammonasset.org
Sponsored by Friends of Hammonasset
Dunlop is a master of luminosity. His use of multi-layered translucent glazes, reflective metal surfaces and bright underpainting result in paintings that appear to possess their own inner light. He paints on copper, galvanized steel, and brushed gold and silver laminated aluminum which give his work the radiance of Dutch and Italian Renaissance paintings. Historically, artists have quested for luminance, and like Dunlop, wanted their works to glow in their settings, whether it be daylight or candlelight.
David is also well known for his lively and entertaining PBS series, Landscapes Through Time with David Dunlop. We are honored to present these newest works from this versatile and award-winning artist. The Gallery is located at 679 Boston Post Road, Madison, CT. Gallery hours are Tues-Sat, 11am-5pm, and by appointment. For further information, please call (203) 318-0616, email us at susanpowellfineart@gmail.com and visit www.susanpowellfineart.com to see works in the show.
All you care to eat Grand Brunch Buffet Menu
Thursdays – Sundays 900 AM to 500 PM
Located 300 yards east of the Hammonasset Beach State Park entrance on Route 1. Next to the Greenway Trail Parking lot.
Friends of Hammonasset will be offering premium hanging baskets, perennials, 4” annuals, flats of bedding plants & vegetables.
Proceeds benefit our work with the Meigs Point Nature Center and other projects at Hammonasset Beach State Park
For information contact plantsale@hammonasset.org
To volunteer, contact volunteerplantsale@hammonasset.org
Sponsored by Friends of Hammonasset
The Madison Historical Society will host several Open House events this spring at its Allis-Bushnell House Museum, at 853 Boston Post Road in Madison. The house will be open from 11am to 1pm on April 13 and 20 and on May 4 and 18.
Visitors are invited to take a self-guided tour of the 1785 residence, free of charge. Visitors may tour the lower floor of the Allis-Bushnell House, which features distinctive period architectural features, domestic implements, decorative arts, and paintings. These artifacts are displayed in rooms that illustrate life in the house as it was during colonial days, the Revolutionary War period, the Civil War period, and the Colonial Revival era. The house is accessible to all visitors. Docents will be available to answer questions and provide further information.
Visitors will also have the opportunity to view our Wedding Dress Exhibit, which has been extended due to popular demand.
Later in the season, the Society will open a new exhibit, “Shipbuilding in Nineteenth Century Madison,” which illustrates how Madison became the largest shipbuilding hub between New Haven and New London in that era. From 1740 to 1891, approximately 175 vessels were built in Madison, primarily at East Wharf and West Wharf. This exhibit, funded by a Museum Makeover grant from the CT League of History Organizations, is located in the Annex, the rustic historic outbuilding behind the Allis-Bushnell House. Look for news of its opening in Summer 2024.
Please visit madisonhistory.org for more information or call 203-245-4567.
Become a member of 'The Bookshelf' – a book club tailored for the business-minded, hosted by the Madison Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Olando Painting and Sons. Whether you're an avid reader or eager to connect with local professionals, come dive into stimulating conversations, learn, and explore insightful reads with us. 'The Bookshelf' is free to join and open to the public!
The first meeting of 'The Bookshelf' kicks off on May 21st at 6:30 PM on the 2nd floor in the YA Room at RJ Julia Booksellers.
Open to the public. Books are available for sale at RJ Julia Booksellers; members of ‘The Bookshelf’ will receive 15% off book club choices.
Thursdays – Sundays 900 AM to 500 PM
Located 300 yards east of the Hammonasset Beach State Park entrance on Route 1. Next to the Greenway Trail Parking lot.
Friends of Hammonasset will be offering premium hanging baskets, perennials, 4” annuals, flats of bedding plants & vegetables.
Proceeds benefit our work with the Meigs Point Nature Center and other projects at Hammonasset Beach State Park
For information contact plantsale@hammonasset.org
To volunteer, contact volunteerplantsale@hammonasset.org
Sponsored by Friends of Hammonasset
The Madison Chamber of Commerce invites you to be a vendor at the Madison Art, Artisan & Antique Summer Festival.
This show (aka "festival") is for vendors who create art, artisan and craft items items along with vendors who sell vintage, repurposed and antique items. In addition to art/artisan & antique vendors, we will have live music, food trucks and local artists exhibiting their work.
The show will be on Saturday, May 25, 2024, on the Madison Connecticut Town Green from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Rain or shine with no refunds to vendors for space commitments.
Vendor Details and Terms:
• Space size is approximately 20’ x 24’
• Set-up is on Saturday, May 25th from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM
• NO EARLY BUYING will be allowed or early entry for the public before 9:00 AM on the day of the festival
• The festival will open to the public promptly at 9:00 am and will close at 4:00 pm, rain or shine
• You must remain set up until 4:00 pm except in the case of inclement weather
• The space rental fee for the May 25th show is $70 if you sign up and pay by May 04, 2024; the cost after that date is $80.00
• Special discounted package offer for space rental at both the May 25th and September 28th festivals on the Madison Town Green is $120 if you sign up and pay in full by April 30, 2024.
By registering and paying online it is agreed that each exhibitor assumes all risks of loss or damage to his or her property and waives any claim he or she may have against the Town of Madison, the First Congregational Church of Madison, and the Madison Chamber of Commerce for such a loss. Furthermore, each exhibitor agrees to hold harmless and indemnify the Town of Madison, the First Congregational Church of Madison, and the Madison Chamber of Commerce against any claims arising by virtue of his or her occupancy of the premises or use thereof.
We do not reserve spaces onsite.
Vendor spaces are assigned in order of arrival, starting with the outer perimeter of the space on the Madison town Green.
Vendors are responsible to bring their own tables, and a tent if you prefer protection from the elements.There are only a few trees on the Green, therefore limited spaces are available for these preferred locations.
Thursdays – Sundays 900 AM to 500 PM
Located 300 yards east of the Hammonasset Beach State Park entrance on Route 1. Next to the Greenway Trail Parking lot.
Friends of Hammonasset will be offering premium hanging baskets, perennials, 4” annuals, flats of bedding plants & vegetables.
Proceeds benefit our work with the Meigs Point Nature Center and other projects at Hammonasset Beach State Park
For information contact plantsale@hammonasset.org
To volunteer, contact volunteerplantsale@hammonasset.org
Sponsored by Friends of Hammonasset