Presented by the Stamford Art Association at MILL RIVER PARK'S Whittingham Discovery Center
10 AM – 12 PM with complimentary workshops guided by experienced art instructors
- Open to the public
- Instructed by Art teachers
- Elementary & Middle School
- No registration necessary
- Art supplies provided
- Take home art!
Art in the Park: FREE Art Workshops For Kids & Families
Calling all Spinners, Weavers, & Knitters! Learn how to transform raw wool into beautiful yarn in our single-day Yarn Spinning Workshop.
Instructor Mark Nowotarski, a member of the Nutmeg Spinners Guild, will guide students through this ancient, meditative art. This is the perfect opportunity for both novice and seasoned crafters to master the fundamentals of spinning and drafting.
Students will practice with a drop spindle, learn Andean plying, and try their hand on one of our spinning wheels.
Equipment and materials included. Workshops held monthly. Private lessons also offered.
Yarn Spinning Workshop 🐑
Join us for a fun and relaxed evening in the textile studio! Whether you want to mend a favorite piece of clothing, stitch some custom embroidery on an everyday purse, knit, crochet, or start a simple project with friends, instructor Chelsea Danburg will guide you through the process. Bring your works-in-progress or project ideas and we'll take care of the rest! Sessions are 2 hours long and open to all skill levels (ages 18+).
Designed to be a social evening, this is the perfect opportunity to gather a group of friends, learn something new, create fun projects, and connect. Unleash your creative side! Students are welcome to bring snacks to enjoy & share with the group.
Fiber & Friends
Saturday, October 18, 2025
9:30AM Start - 12:00 Noon
Rain or Shine
Cove Island Park
1125 Cove Road
Stamford, CT 06902
AMENITIES
Bathrooms are located within a few minutes walk from start & finish.
Hydration at both start and finish lines, and throughout the course.
Refreshments and raffles during post-race cooldown.
Award ceremony to follow race completion for top placements in each division.
AWARDS
Finisher medals to the first 100 finishers!
Medals to:
Top 2 M/F Overall
Top 2 M/F Age Groups: 19 & Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Beneficiary:
Proceeds benefit Laurel House, Inc, a 501 (c) (3) non-profit that helps individuals and families in Fairfield and Westchester Counties achieve and sustain mental health to lead fulfilling lives in the community. Our core purpose is social inclusion, early intervention and recovery. Donations directly support programs that help participants remove barriers to succeeding in post-secondary education, getting a competitive job, or taking the first steps towards independent living.
Sound Steps for Mental Health Recovery 5K Wellness Run/Walk
Presented by the Stamford Art Association at MILL RIVER PARK'S Whittingham Discovery Center
10 AM – 12 PM with complimentary workshops guided by experienced art instructors
- Open to the public
- Instructed by Art teachers
- Elementary & Middle School
- No registration necessary
- Art supplies provided
- Take home art!
Art in the Park: FREE Art Workshops For Kids & Families
Stamford Off-Main Experience: Live Mural Competition & The Seed Art Installation
Join us for the Stamford Off-Main Experience, a vibrant celebration of art, community, and creativity hosted by RiseUP for Arts.
Date: Saturday, October 25th, 2025
Rain Date: Sunday, October 26th
Time: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Richmond Hill Riverwalk (Intersection of Tresser Blvd. & Greenwich Avenue), Stamford, CT
This free, family-friendly event features an exciting live mural competition, local food trucks, music, community arts activities, and the 1-Year Anniversary of The Seed—a permanent art installation and creative hub in Mill River Park.
Event Highlights:
- Live Mural Competition: 9 artists paint 8ft x 8ft canvases live throughout the day.
- The Seed Anniversary Activation: An acclaimed guest artist will live-paint a mural directly on The Seed art installation.
- Community Voting & Art Auction: Vote for your favorite mural. All artworks will be auctioned after the event, with 50% of proceeds supporting future public art initiatives.
- Live DJ: Enjoy music by DJ Dinero throughout the day.
- Local Food Trucks: Grab a bite while taking in the art and atmosphere.
- Family-Friendly Activities: Kids and adults can enjoy hands-on arts and crafts, including watercolor and finger painting.
- Vendor Registration: https://forms.gle/L4xtt768CEyDt68n6
Calling All Artists:
Interested in participating in the live mural competition?
- Theme: Transformation
- Compensation: $250 participation stipend + 50% share of auction sales
- Materials: Artists must bring their own supplies. Plywood boards on stands will be provided.
- Apply Here: https://forms.gle/uJyvvvqgmYyvJU4X7
Why Attend?
This isn’t just an art festival—it’s a day of community connection, creative expression, and public celebration. Whether you’re a family looking for weekend fun, a public art supporter, or an artist in search of inspiration, the Stamford Off-Main Experience has something for you.
Get your free tickets now and be part of Stamford’s growing creative movement.
About RiseUP for Arts
RiseUP for Arts is Connecticut’s only state-wide public art nonprofit. Since its founding, RiseUP has created over 300 public art projects across the state—empowering communities through creative placemaking, youth engagement, and artist collaboration.
RiseUP leads community-driven mural projects, public art festivals like the Off-Main Experience, and unique installations like The Seed in Stamford, transforming spaces and bringing people together through the power of art.
Learn more at www.theriseupgroup.org
Special thanks to our partners and sponsors: Mill River Park Collaborative, WellBuilt, Stamford Murals, the City of Stamford, and funding through a National Endowment for the Arts Grant.
Off-Main Experience: Stamford 2025
Calling all Spinners, Weavers, & Knitters! Learn how to transform raw wool into beautiful yarn in our single-day Yarn Spinning Workshop.
Instructor Mark Nowotarski, a member of the Nutmeg Spinners Guild, will guide students through this ancient, meditative art. This is the perfect opportunity for both novice and seasoned crafters to master the fundamentals of spinning and drafting.
Students will practice with a drop spindle, learn Andean plying, and try their hand on one of our spinning wheels.
Equipment and materials included. Workshops held monthly. Private lessons also offered.
Yarn Spinning Workshop 🐑
Join us for a fun and relaxed evening in the textile studio! Whether you want to mend a favorite piece of clothing, stitch some custom embroidery on an everyday purse, knit, crochet, or start a simple project with friends, instructor Chelsea Danburg will guide you through the process. Bring your works-in-progress or project ideas and we'll take care of the rest! Sessions are 2 hours long and open to all skill levels (ages 18+).
Designed to be a social evening, this is the perfect opportunity to gather a group of friends, learn something new, create fun projects, and connect. Unleash your creative side! Students are welcome to bring snacks to enjoy & share with the group.
Fiber & Friends
Calling all Spinners, Weavers, & Knitters! Learn how to transform raw wool into beautiful yarn in our single-day Yarn Spinning Workshop.
Instructor Mark Nowotarski, a member of the Nutmeg Spinners Guild, will guide students through this ancient, meditative art. This is the perfect opportunity for both novice and seasoned crafters to master the fundamentals of spinning and drafting.
Students will practice with a drop spindle, learn Andean plying, and try their hand on one of our spinning wheels.
Equipment and materials included. Workshops held monthly. Private lessons also offered.
Yarn Spinning Workshop 🐑
Join us for a fun and relaxed evening in the textile studio! Whether you want to mend a favorite piece of clothing, stitch some custom embroidery on an everyday purse, knit, crochet, or start a simple project with friends, instructor Chelsea Danburg will guide you through the process. Bring your works-in-progress or project ideas and we'll take care of the rest! Sessions are 2 hours long and open to all skill levels (ages 18+).
Designed to be a social evening, this is the perfect opportunity to gather a group of friends, learn something new, create fun projects, and connect. Unleash your creative side! Students are welcome to bring snacks to enjoy & share with the group.
Fiber & Friends
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