WCSU Events

Tastes-of-Danbury Meal Deal for May
2022-05-24 08:00 - 17:00, 2022-05-25 08:00 - 17:00, 2022-05-26 08:00 - 17:00, 2022-05-27 08:00 - 17:00, 2022-05-28 08:00 - 17:00, 2022-05-29 08:00 - 17:00, 2022-05-30 08:00 - 17:00, 2022-05-31 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | CT
CITYCENTER DANBURY TASTES OF DANBURY MEAL DEAL FOR MAY:
Tastes of Danbury is Back for May!
Four Restaurants – All for $25
Use Any Time May 1-31
When CityCenter Danbury throws a party, we go BIG or go HOME!
Did you happen to miss out on last month’s Tastes of Danbury? Well don’t miss out on our final month this year, for May is here! For those of you that missed the last two months, this is our new and improved food tour of the year!
Satisfy your hunger from all four of these delicious restaurants from one of our nation’s most diverse culinary cities, Danbury.
We’ve planned out the slightly gluttonous itinerary, so all you have to do is put on a pair of eating pants – trust us, you’ll need ’em! We have so many awesome restaurants to check out, that we had to split them into multiple months.
Keep in mind, these tickets DO NOT roll over from month to month, so make sure you visit all these restaurants by May 31st!!
Are you ready to make your mouth happy with some delicious treats?
For the price of just $25 you’ll get to enjoy a special dish at all four (4) of our monthly highlighted restaurants or bakeries. Once a ticket is purchased, you will be emailed four (4) separate tickets – each with the restaurant name attached which you can print or display from your phone at the time of entry.
Only ONE per person, per month – there is a space in the checkout for friends & families names and emails to make bulk purchasing easier!
Below you’ll see the list of restaurants premiered for the month of May, here’s what you have to look forward to this month:
El Ranchero [20 White St.]
Authentic Mexican Restaurant serving the community for over 20 years
Protein Options: Pollo (chicken), Bistec (steak), Plain Cheese, Vegetables
Choose one of the following served with Rice & Beans :
Quesadilla – Protein of choice , flour tortilla, and cheddar cheese, sour cream, guacamole & lettuce
Enchiladas – Three rolled corn tortillas filled with protein of choice. Covered with your choice of sauces:
Suizas (Green tomatillo sauce and sour cream
Poblanas ( Mole sauce and onions Contains Peanuts)
Entomatadas (Red Ranchera sauce and melted cheese)
Po-Yo [274 Main St.]
Dangerously mouthwatering chicken, the newest eatery to open in our city, at Po-Yo we’re all about chicken! Rotisserie chicken to be exact. Our succulent chicken has been making mouths water at Empire of the Incas since 2005. Now, it’s left
the coop and is taking permanent residence, we’re thrilled to welcome you to enjoy the explosion of flavors with a dash of retro-themed fun here at Po-Yo!
​Choose one of the following:
1/4 Rotisserie Chicken – Served with your choice of TWO sides
Nacho Man Randee Savage* – Black beans, Jalapenos, onions, tomatoes, scallions, black olives, sour cream, avocado, salsa, cheddar & monterey jack cheese
Quinoa Bunga* (quinoa bowl) – Brussel sprouts, avocado, cherry tomatoes, red peppers, chopped omelet, sweet potatoes, cilantro, hummus.
*Veggie option available on Nacho Man Randee Savage & Quinoa Bunga upon request
Parrilla [5 White St.]
If you’re looking for a taste of Caribbean food? Look no further, we specialize in Dominican food that will leave you wanting more! From grilled steak, to rice and beans, tostones, you won’t be disappointed.
Choose ONE of the following:
All Meat & Seafood are served with your choice of: rice and beans, fried green plantains (Tostones) or fried sweet plantains (Maduros) w/ salad, french fries w/salad, sliced baked potato, or vegetables.
Bistec Encebollado (steak sautéed w/ onions)
Camarones a la Ajillo (shrimp in garlic sauce)
Filete de Pescado (fish filet)
Monfongo de Queso* (mashed fried green plantain w/ cheese)
*Vegetarian Option
Xay’s Kitchen [35 White St.]
Xay’s Kitchen is a small, family-run Thai/Lao restaurant located in the middle of Danbury, Connecticut. Started by Xay, herself; Laotian mother of two who aspires to share her amazing food with anyone and everyone!
Here at Xay’s Kitchen, we are always pleased to help our customers when in need. Need recommendations? Our servers will always be willing to help you choose the best dish for you! We welcome you with open arms. “Please come in and enjoy!”
Choose one of the following:
Protein Options: Chicken, Beef, Shrimp or Vegetables
Kao Pad – Thai style fried rice combined w/ eggs, carrots, peas, and Thai seasoning. Topped with cilantro and green onions.
Pad Khing (chicken, Beef or Vegetable) – Sautéed with fresh ginger, onions, scallions, bell peppers, and ear mushroom in bean sauce. Served with side of rice.
Pad Kee Mao (Chicken, Beef or Vegetable) – Sautéed flat rice noodles sir fried with basil leaves, onions, bell pepper, onion, and hot chili paste.
We can’t wait for you to enjoy these wonderful restaurants through our city and get to know our Downtown Danbury more than ever before. Hope you enjoyed your experience; we’ll see you again at our next Tastes of
Danbury food tour!!!
To purchase tickets and for more details, please go to the link below!
https://citycenterdanbury.ticketbud.com/tastes-of-danbury-may
For more information on this or other events, please feel free to check our website or contact us for more details.

Cultural Diversity Training
2022-06-03 09:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
CULTURAL DIVERSITY TRAINING: EMBRACING DIVERSITY IN THE WORKPLACE AT WCSU: Sponsored by the WCSU Office of Diversity and Equity
The (virtual) training consists of two components. The first segment focuses on CSCU responsibilities, policies, and procedures. The second component will focus on a particular identity (i.e., race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, etc.) as it relates to WCSU students, campus life and/or classroom environments. Required Training for WCSU faculty and staff from 9 a.m. to noon.
6/03/2022 Pre-registration required at: https://minierdelgadoj.my.webex.com/webappng/sites/minierdelgadoj.my/meeting/info/d4165a66ba8d406fb96465866b409383?isPopupRegisterView=true

CityCenter Danbury Street Festival & Concert-on-the-Green
2022-06-04 12:00 - 22:00 | Danbury Green, CityCenter Green on Ives St., Danbury, CT, 06810, United States
CITYCENTER DANBURY STREET FESTIVAL & CONCERT ON THE GREEN: Danbury Street Festival, noon to 6 p.m. followed by Concert on the Green from 6 -10 p.m.
Kick Off ‘Summer In the City’ in Downtown Danbury
A short walk from downtown WCSU campus!
OUR DANBURY STREET FESTIVAL IS BACK with Family Fun, Live Entertainment, Games, Vendor Fair, and Fabulous Food!!!
Get ready to spend Saturday, June 4th, from 12noon to 6pm with us, as CityCenter Danbury will once again turn Main Street (between White St. and West St.) into a pedestrian-only festival. This FREE, family-friendly event, will have over 50 artists and vendors that line the roadway that day, highlighting the arts, music, crafters, and local small businesses. Macaroni Kid & Ventura Law is sponsoring a Family Fun Zone, with plenty of exciting activities for people of all ages!!
Come with an appetite as the Danbury Street Festival has a variety of culinary delights including BBQ, burgers, hot dogs, vegan options, tacos, drinks, deserts, and much much more! Featuring El Taco Loco, El Puesito, Twins BBQ, Weinie Lynn’s, and LesserEvil. Beer and wine will be available in the outdoor alcove located at the Bardo Walkway!
Free live music and entertainment will be provided throughout the day from 3 different performance stages across Main Street, followed by our kickoff Concert on the Green from 6pm – 10pm with more live entertainment!
“Danbury is a hidden GEM, and it is time for our city to shine bright. The Danbury Street Festival is the perfect event for people who live in our city, and surrounding areas, to find out what our city has to offer,” states Manager, Lazaro Chavez. “We are very fortunate to have a dedicated team of volunteers to assist in putting this together, while helping the restoration of Downtown Danbury. Events like the Danbury Street Festival showcase our city and demonstrate the value of having a cultural hub in the heart of Danbury.”
Main Street will be closed to vehicular traffic from West Street to White Street from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Convenient event parking is available at the Patriot Parking Garage, 1 Patriot Dr. Danbury CT 06810.
For more information, please visit www.danburystreetfestival.com or go to our website at www.citycenterdanbury.com or contact CityCenter Danbury at (203)792-1711.

Conversations: Commemorate Juneteenth
2022-06-17 16:00 - 17:30 | Mark Twain Library, 439 Redding Road, Redding, CT, 06896, United States
CONVERSATIONS: COMMEMORATE JUNETEENTH – POETRY, JUSTICE & JAZZ: Gather on the lawn from 4 to 5:30 p.m. for Mark Twain Library’s 2nd Annual Juneteenth Day featuring Poetry, Justice & Jazz.
Mark the day with discussions, jazz classics and selected poetry readings. Moderated by Tom Kilbourn, Episcopal priest and retired Joel Barlow High School English teacher.
A collection of poetry has been specially compiled for this event and participants are also encouraged to bring a poem of their own choosing. Prior to the event, it is recommended that participants read the selected poems. Click here for the event program and selected readings.
After the program, linger on the lawn to enjoy refreshments, listen to great jazz and continue the conversation at MTL.
Registration recommended, but not required. Walk-ins welcome.

Meditation Circle
2022-06-18 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual
MEDITATION CIRCLE FOR WORLD PEACE AND HEALING – CONNECT WITH A PURPOSE: An event occurring on the third Saturday of every month from 7-8 p.m.
The disconnection that we feel with the world around us can be healed as we deepen the connection with ourselves. Unite in harmony to balance the body, mind, heart and spirit through meditation and prayer. Connect to yourself with a purpose, and create what you individually need to achieve wholeness within. Allow this state of wholeness to be an opportunity for self-healing and the healing of others.
As the healing light enters into ourselves, we are able to graciously channel it in a way that brings healing to all things across the Earth.
What to expect from this mediation circle?
1. Peaceful Community Building: Build a community that serves to bring peace and healing to all of humanity through meditation and prayer.
2. Anxiety & Stress Relief: Learn and practice a variety of meditation techniques that help to reduce stress and promote relaxation.
3. Meditation Myth-Busters: Debunk common misconceptions regarding the practice of meditation, and break through conditional barriers to enhance meditation practice.
4. Nurturing Growth: Create an environment that inspires personal and spiritual healing and development.
It is recommended that attendees come with personal-related, community-related, or global-related things that they would like to send healing and peace to.
This group understands that everyone is at different stages along his/her personal and spiritual growth and healing processes. As such, participants are reminded to help create a peaceful and accepting environment that nurtures all people and the many stages of growth, learning, and healing.
Embody compassion, love, kindness, non-judgement, respect, and patience, with yourself and others.
This virtual event is hosted by Natalie Nevola, undergraduate student and Reiki Practitioner.
Join Zoom Meeting for Meditation Circle for World Peace and Healing at
Topic: Meditation Circle
Time: This is a recurring meeting on the third Saturday of every month @ 7:00 PM EST – 7:30 PM EST until December 17th, 2022.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us05web.zoom.us/j/4819668061?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 481 966 8061
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Open to WCSU students, faculty, staff and their families and friends.
Contact Information
Email: natalierose144@gmail.com, or nevola002@wcsu.edu

Juneteenth Celebration
2022-06-19 12:00 - 17:00 | Midtown campus, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
DANBURY JUNETEENTH “NATIONAL INDEPENDENCE DAY” CELEBRATION: From noon to 5 p.m. on the WCSU Midtown campus. Featuring live music, information tables, vendors, food trucks, Liberation Visual Arts Gallery, Exhibit and Walking Tour, Cultural and Historical activities, Kids Corner, Wellness Center and more. Free and open to the public. Learn more at DanburyJune19@gmail.com or call (347) 712-1089.

SPS Orientation
2022-06-21 08:30 - 18:00 | Midtown campus, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION: From 8:30 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. Learn more at Orientation – Western Connecticut State University (wcsu.edu)

MFA Thesis Exhibition
2022-06-21 11:00 - 2022-07-09 18:00 | Blue Mountain Gallery, 547 West 27 Street, Suite 200, New York, NY, United States
M.F.A. THESIS EXHIBITION: Western Connecticut State University’s 2022 Master of Fine Arts Thesis Exhibition will have a second showing on June 21-July 9 in New York City at Blue Mountain Gallery, 547 West 27 St., Suite 200. An opening reception will be held on Thursday, June 23, from 5 to 8 p.m.
The gallery is open for viewing from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Tuesdays through Saturdays. The reception and exhibit are sponsored by the WCSU Department of Art. The exhibit was previously open at The Gallery at the university’s Visual and Performing Arts Center, and is supported by the Jason and Ellen Hancock Student Endowment Fund at Western Connecticut State University.
For more information, visit https://news.wcsu.edu/wcsu-m-f-a-original-artwork-to-be-shown-in-new-york-art-gallery-june-21-july-9/.

Danbury's Castle: The Hearthstone
2022-06-21 18:00 | Danbury Public Library, 170 Main Street, Danbury, CT, 06810, United States
DANBURY’S CASTLE: ARCHITECT E.G.W. DIETRICH AND HIS DESIGN OF THE HEARTHSTONE: For the past 10 years, Christopher Jend has researched architect E. G. W. Dietrich (1875-1924) documenting nearly 450 of his designs. In this presentation, Jend will discuss Dietrich’s body of work from eye-catching shingle style designs to his contributions to the arts and crafts style and place in context Dietrich’s design of the local Danbury landmark “the Hearthstone.” Constructed between 1895-99 for successful portrait photographer E. Starr Sanford, this remarkable castle-like structure is composed of local stone quarried on the site. Exhibiting historic Norman as well as Shingle Style and Arts and Crafts elements, this unique home served as a private residence until it was purchased by the City of Danbury in 1985. Despite being listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the house and outbuildings suffered from neglect, yet the stone walls still stand evoking romantic ideas of architecture and place.
Attend in-person or by Zoom at 6 p.m.. Register at https://danburylibrary.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=37863&backTo=Calendar&startDate=2022/06/02
FREE REGISTRATION REQUIRED

ASB ORIENTATION
2022-06-23 08:30 - 18:00 | Midtown campus, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
ANCELL SCHOOL OF BUSINESS NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION: From 8:30 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. Learn more at Orientation – Western Connecticut State University (wcsu.edu)

Peace Corps - Meet Your Recruiters
2022-06-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual event
PEACE CORPS – MEET YOUR RECRUITERS: Join three Connecticut-based recruiters from noon to 1 p.m. to hear about what it’s like to live, learn and work with a community overseas. We’ll talk about what you can expect from working with a recruiter and how recruiters support those first steps of your Peace Corps service journey. Applicants who connect with a recruiter are 55% more likely to become volunteers. There will be a short presentation followed by Q & A.
Note: We will hold this event on a virtual platform instead of in-person. Please register to ensure that you receive access to join the event.
Register here: https://www.peacecorps.gov/events/22_vrs_meetrecruiters_connecticut_20220623/

ALA Annual Conference and Exhibition
2022-06-24 17:30 - 2022-06-27 17:30 | CT
2022 ALA ANNUAL CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITION: The American Library Association (ALA) is the oldest and largest library association in the world, founded on October 6, 1876. The ALA organizes one of the largest professional conferences in existence, the ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition.
The ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition is the world’s biggest library event. It brings together thousands of librarians and library staff, educators, authors, publishers, friends of libraries, trustees, special guests, and exhibitors. Attendees participate in events, hear inspiring speakers, and learn from thought leaders and colleagues at hundreds of programs and in-depth sessions.
The Exhibition is something to look for at the ALA Annual, where products and services that will improve library services and support librarians’ career development are on display. More than 900 vendors display new services, technologies, books, and products in the world’s largest library-focused exhibit hall. Displaying your book(s) at the ALA Annual Exhibition helps put your work in front of the library marketplace.
Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington DC, USA
Exhibit Hours
Friday, June 24, 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Saturday, June 25, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday, June 26, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Monday, June 27, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Contact name: John Carl Abines
Contact number: 1-800-805-0762
Email address: info@readersmagnet.com

AE: Dancing Under the Stars
2022-06-24 18:30 - 21:30 | Patriot Garage Rooftop, 1 Patriot Drive, Danbury, CT, 06810
AFFILIATED EVENT: DANCING UNDER THE STARS: Fun, family-friendly dance party on the rooftop of the Patriot Garage. The night begins at 6:30 p.m. with a popular 30-minute dance lesson taught by one of the professional dance instructors from Arthur Murray of Danbury. Immediately following the lesson, guests are invited to try out their new moves at our public dance party. The evening continues with live DJ music, step & repeat photo booth and more!!!

Danbury Farmers' Market*
2022-06-25 10:00 - 14:00, 2022-07-02 10:00 - 14:00 | Danbury Green, CityCenter Green on Ives St., Danbury, CT, 06810, United States
*AFFILIATED EVENT: DANBURY FARMERS’ MARKET: The Danbury Farmers’ Market is held every Saturday from June 25th through October 29th on the Danbury Green from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Complimentary parking is available in the Patriot Garage. Better Food for Better Health!
The Danbury Farmers’ Market, now in its tenth year, is coordinated by the Danbury Farmers’ Market Community Collaborative, a 30-member group representing a wide variety of community agencies, in partnership with CityCenter Danbury. It continues to be a great place to purchase locally-grown produce in downtown Danbury. Visit Danbury Farmers’ Market website for more information!

SVPA ORIENTATION
2022-06-27 08:30 - 18:00 | Midtown campus, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
SCHOOL OF VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION: From 8:30 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. Learn more at Orientation – Western Connecticut State University (wcsu.edu)

AE: James Roosevelt: FDR’s Forgotten Father
2022-06-28 18:00 | Virtual event
AFFILIATED EVENT: JAMES ROOSEVELT: FDR’S FORGOTTEN FATHER: Anyone familiar with the story of Franklin Roosevelt knows of the very close relationship he had with his often domineering mother. But what do we know about his other parental influence? This presentation at 6 p.m. will examine the influence Franklin’s father James had on shaping the views, values and temperament of the 32nd president of the United States.
FREE! Registration is required. Please Note: This is a virtual program via Zoom. Participants will receive a link to the program via email upon completing registration.

ARTS & SCIENCES ORIENTATION
2022-06-29 08:30 - 18:00 | Midtown campus, 181 White St., Danbury, CT
MACRICOSTAS SCHOOL OF ARTS & SCIENCES NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION: From 8:30 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. Learn more at Orientation – Western Connecticut State University (wcsu.edu)

AE: Opera in the Baroque Period
2022-06-30 18:00 | Danbury Public Library, 170 Main Street, Danbury, CT, 06810, United States
AFFILIATED EVENT: OPERA IN THE BAROQUE PERIOD: Opera is a distinct creation of the baroque period around the early 17th century. With elaborate sets, costumes, lighting, acting, dancing and singing, it has remained one of the most ambitious genres in the standard canon of western art music. Join Dr. Gilad Harel, musicologist and music theorist, at 6 p.m. in the Farioly Program Room to explore operas by early innovators including Claudio Monteverdi, Henry Purcell, and George Frideric Handel. In these examples, we will see heroes from mythology and ancient history realized in the form of a traditional baroque opera, an “opera seria.”
Registration required. Virtual option available.

AE: Music in the Garden
2022-07-01 16:00 - 17:00 | Danbury Museum
AFFILIATED EVENT: FIRST FRIDAY MUSIC IN THE DANBURY MUSEUM GARDEN: Join the Danbury Museum on 43 Main Street for music from Joe West and The Creative Force Band from 4 to 5 p.m. under the tent behind the Marian Anderson studio! BYO snacks and lawn chairs and enjoy music amidst the museum’s beautiful gardens. Rain or shine.

Independence Day
2022-07-04 | CT

Danbury Westerners Home Game*
2022-07-05 18:30 | Rogers Park, 21 Memorial Drive, Danbury, CT, 06810
*AFFILIATED EVENT: DANBURY WESTERNERS HOME GAME: Home Games start at 6:30 p.m. at Rogers Park in Danbury. Tickets are $5 and kids 15 and under get in free.
7/5 Valley Blue Sox
7/12 Valley Blue Sox
7/14 Valley Blues
7/16 N. Adams SteepleCats
7/19 Bristol Blues
7/21 N. Adams SteepleCats
7/26 Bristol Blues
7/30 Bristol Blues

AE: How to Save Fireflies
2022-07-06 15:00 | Virtual event
AFFILIATED EVENT: HOW TO SAVE FIREFLIES IN FAIRFIELD COUNTY: Join Sebastian Palacio, graduate student in the Biological Diversity Program at WCSU, at 3 p.m. for a presentation on his journey to becoming a wildlife biologist and his study of fireflies! Participants will learn about the lifecycle of fireflies, the threats they face at each life stage and solutions that we can take to have a healthy firefly population in Danbury. Sebastian will also highlight how light pollution negatively impacts human health, wildlife and our ability to stargaze.
Sebastian graduated in 2017 from SUNY Cobleskill majoring in wildlife management. In the last couple of years, he has worked with several agencies including U.S Fish Wildlife, National Audubon Society, National Parks Service, USGS, and many more. His stewardship project for WCSU aims to conserve firefly populations by enhancing firefly habitat in Catherine Violet Hubbard Animal Sanctuary in Newtown, CT and educating the public on firefly conservation.
FREE! Registration is required. After registering, you will receive a zoom link if you prefer to attend virtually.
