Black Rock State Park Campground

Tucked into the scenic rolling hills of the Western Highlands, 439-acre Black Rock State Park offers a variety of outdoor activities. Steep, wooded ledges covered with pine, hemlock and oak provide the setting for Black Rock Pond, whose name is derived from the local graphite deposits the early settlers of the Naugatuck Valley were allowed to mine by the resident Indians around 1657. Visitors can enjoy the scenery of the Western Highlands while hiking the blue-blazed Mattatuck Trail, which connects the park to the woodland sections of the Mattatuck State Forest. There are 78 sites in a wooded

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Gallery at Still River Editions

A small, contemporary art gallery offering new exhibitions on a quarterly basis. This gallery has played host to national, regional and local photographers and artists since 1989. The Gallery's mission is to exhibit traditional and digital prints of photographs and fine artwork, and to be a center of creativity and connection in the Danbury area. The gallery offers shows on a quarterly basis, featuring an open reception with the artist(s) which is always free and open to the public. Other amenities: dining nearby, parking

Infinity Music Hall (Norfolk)

Built in 1883 in picturesque Norfolk, the beautifully renovated, award-winning Infinty Music Hall & Bistro, is an intimate music, dining and entertainment destination. With more than 200 shows annually of all different genres this is the ultimate entertainment experience. Enjoy dinner before a show in the award-winning Bistro or take advantage of the Bistro on the Mezzainine, the "best seats in the house," where you can enjoy dinner and a bird's eye view of the show in the cabaret-style seating. Infinity Hall is the proud home of CPTV's Infinity Hall LIVE , the nationally syndicated concert

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Cranbury Park & Gallaher Estate

The Gallaher Mansion and Cranbury Park include wooded trails, a dog park, pavilion and a regulation disc golf course that winds in and out of the woods. Playground, picnic areas, and sculpture gardens. Surrounded by 227 acres of land, the historic Gallaher Mansion is a classic example of the Tudor Revival-style of architecture. Designed by Percy L. Fowler, the building was models after St. Paul's Episcopal Church located at the Norwalk Green. Completed in 1931, it boasts carved limestone shields, hand-painted stained glass, a heavy slate roof and cross gables that help punctuate its medieval

Middlebank II

Fishing trips and deep sea charters on Long Island Sound, running April to December. Our website describes all necessary information for those interested in going fishing or just spending time on the beautiful Long Island Sound aboard the Middlebank II . This boat is a wonderful, well-maintained, Coast Guard-inspected vessel of 72 feet. It is docked at Captain's Cove Marina, located at 1 Bostwick Avenue in Bridgeport. There is free parking available at the marina and you will find printable directions on the website. For passenger's convenience, a small galley with a limited menu is on board

Avon Theatre Film Center

The Best Of Independent, World Documentary And Cult Films The mission of the Avon Theatre Film Center is to preserve and operate the historic Avon Theatre by providing a culturally significant film, educational and programmatic palette, which draws patrons from the greater Stamford region. The Avon Theatre Film Center regards cinema as a uniquely effective vehicle for artistic expression and fulfills its mission by bringing the community together to share experiences that entertain, educate, touch and inspire audiences of all ages and backgrounds. In addition to presenting independent, art

Connecticut State Police Museum & Educational Center

In historic Meriden and built in the roaring twenties, the brick and limestone building has been transformed back to most of its former state. It once was the Meriden School for the Boys and later housed State Police Detectives. Located in what is now the Mulcahy Complex, it features the rich history of one of the nation's oldest State Police Agencies. Visitors can research the more than 100 years of events and reports accumulated and collected by dedicated volunteers. There are thousands of photographs, vintage motorcycles and cars, the earliest uniforms, badges and weapons. Contained in the

Stone Bridge Farm

A small alpaca breeding farm that focuses on raising quality Huacaya alpacas for breeding stock as well as making products from their fiber. Select animals are available for sale.The alpaca products include hand-knit hats, scarves, mittens, gloves and more. Products are available in are Farm Shoppe on a seasonal basis, usually from Thanksgiving through Christmas, but requests can also be phoned in. Tour time: 30-45 minutes Other amenities: Dining Nearby

Hayward Inn

Located in downtown Colchester on the historic town green. Both rooms are on the second floor of a 1767 center chimney Colonial. Both rooms have propane fireplace, full bath and area with microwave, mini-refrigerator, toaster and coffee maker. Also television, DVD and free wireless internet access. Many food venues within walking distance. Pets possible.

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