Fun Things to Do with Kids this Weekend in Connecticut: Circus, KidsFest, Apple Picking 10/22-10/23

10/19/11 - By Mary Beth Lawlor

Being the weekend before Halloween, there's quite a bit listed on the events calendar. To make things easier for you, we've covered everything related to the holiday in a separate Halloween weekend post. You'll find family friendly events and great things to do including corn mazes and pumpkin picking.

For everything else that isn't scary or spooky this weekend read below for our family friendly picks. Fall foliage will be at its peak soon so make sure you take time out to enjoy it and there's still time for apple picking.  Feel like going to a museum in Fairfield County, we've got a few suggestions for you.  UniverSoul Circus is in town and the Danbury KidsFest is happening this Sunday.  Wishing you still had your speed skates? Take your kids to Ron A Roll for lessons on Saturday while you take a few rides around the rink yourself. This week is ADHD Awareness week and we posted great resources for anyone interested in the topic. Don't forget to like us on Facebook and Twitter where we update daily. Read more for this weekend's picks.

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Saturday 10/22

Story Book Walk for Neglected Children
- Beardsley Park
A fun-filled family event encouraging participants to dress up as their favorite childhood story characters.

Roller Skating Lessons for Kids
- Ron A Roll, Vernon
Includes a one hour class and admission/skate rental for the public skate session immediately following.

More Fun Than a Barrel of Monkeys - Kent Memorial Library
Join for a story hour with stories, crafts and a snack.
 
UniverSoul Circus
- New Haven
This universal circus features contortionists, acrobatics and extreme motorcyclists.
 
Mutt-i-grees® - Stepping Stones Museum
Learn about the uniqueness and desirability of shelter dogs.
 
Hannah Cranna and Friends at the Beardsley Homestead
- Monroe
Come take a tour with Monroe’s Lady in White as she guides you through the Old Beardsley Homestead
 
An African American Civil War Soldier from Connecticut
- Gunn Memorial Library & Museum
Enjoy Kevin Johnson's living history performance of Hartford Civil War soldier, William Webb.

Sunday 10/23
 

UniverSoul Circus - New Haven
This universal circus features contortionists, acrobatics and extreme motorcyclists.
 
Danbury Kid's Fest - Danbury PAL
Kids and adults are entertained and informed throughout the day with a diverse schedule of shows, entertainment, hands on activities and educational displays, magic shows, face paintings, interactive dance demonstrations, and much more.
 
FREE SAT Prep Class - Fairfield Public Library
Learn how to make your next SAT the last one you’ll ever need to take.
 
Fun Sundays at the Litchfield Historical Society Museum
Join for Take Part in Art at Weir Farm - Wilton
Experience first-hand the fun of plein air painting and sketching while becoming a part of an enduring artistic tradition.