🌞 April = New Beginnings 🌞
Rotten, Country, Bonsai, Riverdance and More!
Hello, Wallingford Friends! 👋
Excited to say that we’ve crossed into April! For baseball fans, April means Opening Day, the eternal symbol of new beginnings and eternal hope. Regardless of whether you’re a baseball fan or not, we hope new beginnings and eternal hope are a part of your April. Wallingford also seems to be coming to life as well. This week’s Wrap is our longest ever! We hope you enjoy and share with your friends. Thank you again for your continued support. 💪
🌟 Featured Event: Something Rotten🌟
Get ready to laugh until your sides ache with Something Rotten! This hilarious and irreverent musical comedy takes a comedic spin on the world of Shakespeare and the competitive world of theater in the Renaissance era. Patrons are encouraged to bring their own food and a full bar is available on site. Tables are available in the tavern before, during and after the show. Tavern opens 1.5 hours before the production.
When: April 4 – 5 and 11-13
Where: Square Foot Theatre Company, 950 Yale Ave
Time: 7:30 pm, except for April 13 at 2 pm
Tickets: Here!
New Life Open Mic Night 🎤
Come and enjoy a night of fun with singing, food and worship during open mic night at New Life Church.
When: Friday, April 4
Where: New Life Church, 350 High Hill Road
Time: 6 - 8:30 pm
Senior Seminar Series at the Y 👮
Curious about about all of the scams out there? Sgt. Henry Cadett of the Wallingford Police Department will host the latest senior seminar on this very topic. He will talk about current senior scams, elder fraud and how to avoid becoming a victim of each.
When: Friday, April 4
Where: Wallingford YMCA West Side Branch, 8 North Turnpike Rd
Time: 11:30 - 12:30 PM
Tickets: Registration is preferred
“Country Til I Die Tour” with Dylan Scott 🎶
Dylan Scott is back for the North American Tour. Friday, April 4 at 7:30 pm at the Oakdale. Find tickets here!
Moms Group 4th Trimester Support 👶
Join the “Fourth Trimester Mom Group”, where moms and babies come together once a week for support, community and valuable resources. Led by a doula, each session focuses on postpartum topics, early childcare and the challenges of new motherhood—because you don’t have to figure it all out alone.
When: Friday, April 4
Where: The HUB of CT, 801 North Main St EXT
Time: 10:30 – 11:30 am
Tickets: Registration is preferred
Chess Nerds Unite! ♛
Join in the fun with Chess Nerds. All levels welcome from learner to expert, and all ages too. Game sets and refreshments provided. Absolutely free - just come and enjoy the game.
When: Saturday, April 5
Where: Wallingford Grange, 586 Center Street
Time: 9 – 11 am
Seated Yoga at Gaylord 🧘
Join Gaylord Specialty Healthcare for a seated yoga class at Gaylord virtually via Zoom. This seated yoga class will incorporate gentle yoga postures, movement sequences, breath work, flexibility and guided meditation to help you focus clearly, move mindfully and practice gratitude. Classes are open to participants with a permanent physical disability or visual impairment. No experience is needed.
When: Thursday, April 3
Where: Gaylord Sports Association, 50 Gaylord Farm Rd
Time: 6 - 7 pm
Registration: Contact the Sports Association at 203-284-2772 or email sports@gaylord.org
Riverdance at the Oakdale 🕺
The spectacular Riverdance will be at the Toyota Oakdale Theatre April 1-3. All nights 7 pm. Ticket here! Pre-School Open House 🚌
Discover, learn and play! Come explore the YMCA Learning Community at Choate and see why it’s the perfect place for your little learner to grow. Enjoy hands-on classroom tours to experience the fun and engaging curriculum. Meet and greet the warm and experienced teachers. Learn about the program designed to inspire creativity, social development and a love of learning.
When: Saturday, April 5
Where: YMCA Learning Community at Choate, 112 Rosemary Lane
Time: 10 am - 1 pm
Registration: Contact Emily Walter: ewalter@wallingfordymca.org
Jacquees at the Oakdale 🎙️
Jacquees is hitting the stage with his signature smooth R&B vibes! Experience the King of R&B live as he delivers his chart-topping hits and soulful melodies.
When: Saturday, April 5
Where: Toyota Oakdale Theatre, 95 South Turnpike Road
Time: 8 pm
Tickets: Get them here
Two Shredding Events this Week ♼
Get rid of your piles of files to be shredded! Easy drive-thru and drop off. First United volunteers will unload everything for you. Suggested donations of $10 - $15 per bag or box.
When: Saturday, April 5
Where: First United Methodist Church of Wallingford, 941 Old Rock Hill Road
Time: 9 am - 12 pm
The Sisters Project will also be holding a shredding event on Saturday, April 5 in support of individuals and families who are battling cancer. 100% of your donations will go toward the cause. $10 per copy paper box. Cash only.
When: Saturday, April 5
Where: Church of Resurrection Rear Parking Lot, 115 Pond Hill Road
Time: 9 am - 12 pm
More Info: edb22@sbcglobal.net
Girls Night Out at Glow! 👭
Get ready for a Girls Night Out at Glow. Enjoy an evening of exclusive discounts, raffles, a Glo2 Facial demo, pre-booking specials, packages, and more.
When: Wednesday, April 2
Where: Glow Medical Aesthetics, 172 Center Street
Time: 6 pm
Bonsai Workshop at Paradise Hills 🪴
Paradise Hills Vineyard is bringing the awesome art of bonsai out of the hedged-in gardens and into the streets. Bonsai Bar is a night of fun you don’t want to miss. Learn the fundamental skills and techniques behind the art of bonsai while enjoying a night out with friends. Teachers will introduce core concepts and guide your experience as you pot, prune and design your very own bonsai tree.
When: Thursday, April 3
Where: Paradise Hills Vineyard & Winery, 15 Wind Swept Hill Road
Time: 6 – 8 pm
Tickets: Get them here
Books & Wines at Paradise Hills🍷
Join in for a fun gathering at Paradise Hills when books and wines will be on the agenda. The discussion will center on The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid. Pre-register online for a chance to win a door prize:
When: Wednesday, April 2
Where: Paradise Hills Vineyard & Winery, 15 Wind Swept Hill Road
Time: 6:30 – 8 pm
Pre-Register: Here
☀️ Wallingford’s Weekly Forecast ☀️
Sunday, March 30: High 53°, Low 46°: Cloudy and cooler with a passing shower or two
Monday, March 31: High 65°, Low 45°: Considerable clouds and warmer with occasional rain and a thunderstorm
Tuesday, April 1: High 54°, Low 29°: Breezy and cooler with sunshine
Wednesday, April 2: High 48°, Low 39°: Blend of sun and clouds
Thursday, April 3: High 58°, Low 47°: Milder with sun through high clouds
Friday, April 4: High 59°, Low 43°: Thick cloud cover; a morning shower in spots, then afternoon rain
Saturday, April 5: High 55°, Low 42°: Morning shower in places; otherwise, more clouds than sun
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Until next week, stay focused, stay connected, and enjoy all the wonderful things Wallingford has to offer! 😊