🍦 Free Ice Cream! 🍦

Dolphins, Jazz, Trivia, Soccer and More this week in the Wrap

Mar 16, 2025

Hello, Wallingford Friends! 👋

Happy Saint Patrick’s Week to all that celebrate! Hope you enjoy all of the festivities, some of which are highlighted in this week’s Wrap. Please make sure to share with friends and neighbors and have them subscribe! Thank you.💪

🌟 Featured Event: Free Cone Day!🌟

Stop by Dairy Queen for a free vanilla cone. It’s as simple as that!
When: Thursday, March 20
Where: Dairy Queen, 235 South Colony Street
Time: 11 am - 9:30 pm
Join the Dolphins! 🏊‍♂️
The YMCA’s Dolphins Swim Team invites you to take the plunge and embark on an incredible journey of personal growth, teamwork and achievement. Joining the Dolphins Swim Team is an opportunity to shine in the water, build lasting friendships and experience the thrill of competitive swimming. Whether you're a seasoned swimmer or just getting started, the Dolphins offers a supportive environment where everyone can excel.
When: Beginning Tuesday, March 18
Where: YMCA, 81 South Elm Street
Time: By appointment
Email: Megan O'Connor at moconnor@wallingfordymca.org
Wallingford YMCA Dolphins
Saint James Jazz Band at Yellow King Brew 🎤
The Saint Jazz Band - a collective of professional New Haven area Jazz musicians - will be appearing at the Yellow King Brew, 920 South Colony Road on Saturday, March 22 at 8 pm
Thanks for reading Wallingford Wrap! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work.
Trivia Time! ⁉️
Center Street Brewing Company will be hosting its monthly Trivia Night on Thursday, March 20. Patrick will be the trivia host serving up a variety of categories and fun questions. Trivia teams can be up to six people and top teams win prizes!
When: Thursday, March 20
Where: Center Street Brewing Company, 24 Wallace Ave
Time: 7 pm
Pet Trivia Family Night! Join the Friends of the Wallingford Animal Shelter to test your knowledge of adorable domestic pets. Teams must include an adult and children in grades K-5. There will be a couple of rounds, along with great prizes and light refreshments.
When: Friday, March 21
Where: Wallingford Library, 200 North Main Street
Time: 6:30 - 7:30pm
Registration: Free, but required
Submit Your Event Here!
Can & Bottle Drive 🥤
First United Methodist Church has scheduled a can and bottle drive on Sunday, March 22. Easy drive through drop off. Volunteers will unload and sort for you!
When: Saturday March 22
Where: First United Methodist Church, 941 Old Rock Hill Rd
Time: 11 am - 1 pm
Jason Heffernan at Gaetano’s 🎤
Solo acoustic guitarist Jason Heffernan will perform at Gaetano’s Tavern on Main, 40 North Main Street, on Friday, March 21 from 6- 9 pm.
Let’s Go for a Walk! 🚶‍♀️
Discoveries by Foot - a group devoted to walking in and around great New Haven - is meeting at the Quinnipiac River Linear Trail of Wallingford on Saturday, March 22. The route is flat and mostly paved so everyone is invited!
When: Saturday, March 22
Where: 291 Hall Avenue
Time: 12-2 pm
Lee Brice in Concert 🎶
Get ready for a night of heartfelt country music with Lee Brice. Known for his powerful vocals and chart-topping hits, Lee brings passion and authenticity to every performance.
When: Friday, March 21
Where: Oakdale Theatre, 95 South Turnpike Road
Time: 8 pm
Tickets: Get them now!
Youth Soccer Free Session ⚽
The Wallingford Youth Soccer League invites U3-U8 boys and girls for a free session on Saturday, March 22. No soccer experience necessary. Wear sneakers and bring a water bottle.
When: Saturday, March 22
Where: Wallingford Parks and Rec, 6 Fairfield Blvd.
Time: 11 am
Learn to Decorate Cakes! 🎂
Part of the Community Education Series at the Wallingford Grange, come learn the basics of cake decorating with Kathy Bergonzi. You will be provided two 4" cake layers to decorate a two tiered cake. Also supplied is the frosting, food coloring and piping bags. Just bring something to carry your "mini cake" home.
When: Thursday, March 20
Where: Wallingford Grange, 586 Center Street
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm
Tickets: Registration Required
Halfway Home Rescue’s Paint & Sip Night 🎨
Join the Catalyst Art Studio for a fun evening to benefit homeless animals. Unleash your inner artist as participants paint a stunning silhouette of a dog and cat. Event is BYOB. Light refreshments will be provided .
When: Saturday, March 22
Where: Catalyst Art Studio, 78 Center Street
Time: 6:30 pm
Tickets: Registration Required
Insert your dog or cat here!
Sip & Roll at Paradise Hills Vineyard 🍣
Get ready for an unforgettable sushi-rolling experience with The Sushi Class on Wednesday, March 19. Enjoy a glass of Paradise Hills wine from the Washington Trail or Casa Collection as you learn to roll California Roll, Salmon Roll and Tuna Roll.
When: Wednesday, March 19
Where: Paradise Hills Vineyard, 15 Wind Swept Hill Road
Time: 6–8 pm
Tickets: Registration Required