BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Catholic Charities - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Catholic Charities X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.ccfairfield.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Catholic Charities REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T044247 CREATED:20250904T232134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T232158Z UID:6516-1757502000-1757512800@www.ccfairfield.org SUMMARY:Community Support Program's Mega Picnic DESCRIPTION:September 10th marks the return of our system wide “mega picnic” led by our Community Support Program team in Bethel. This decades-long tradition was interrupted by Covid back in 2020 but has been brought back to life by our team and other mental health agencies in our area. Clients From all of these agencies are invited to enjoy a day filled with music\, games\, friendship\, and a delicious barbecue lunch! Past picnics have attracted over 200 people and we are hoping that will continue! URL:https://www.ccfairfield.org/event/community-support-programs-mega-picnic/ LOCATION:Hatter’s Park\, Danbury\, CT\, 06811 CATEGORIES:events,General Catholic Charities Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ccfairfield.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Mega-Picnic-Flyer-2025-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T180000 DTSTAMP:20260406T044247 CREATED:20250717T210040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T161930Z UID:6448-1758996000-1758996000@www.ccfairfield.org SUMMARY:An Evening with Broadway Star Frank Mastrone Benefiting Bethlehem House DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.ccfairfield.org/event/classics/ LOCATION:CT CATEGORIES:events,General Catholic Charities Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ccfairfield.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/BH-STD-5.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T090000 DTSTAMP:20260406T044247 CREATED:20250902T135017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T174224Z UID:6478-1761202800-1761210000@www.ccfairfield.org SUMMARY:Danbury Celebrity Breakfast DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.ccfairfield.org/event/danburybreakfast/ LOCATION:The Amber Room – 1 Stacey Road\, Danbury CT\, 1 Stacey Road\, Danbury\, CT\, 06811\, United States CATEGORIES:events,General Catholic Charities Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ccfairfield.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2025-Danbury-Celebrity-Breakfast-Invite-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251025 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260102 DTSTAMP:20260406T044247 CREATED:20251014T061540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T162909Z UID:6574-1761350400-1767311999@www.ccfairfield.org SUMMARY:Thomas Merton Family Center's 2025 Friendsgiving DESCRIPTION:Make a Gift to the Thomas Merton Family Center Today\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n Friendsgiving Video Series\n \n New videos are added throughout the Friendsgiving campaign — check back for more! \n View Playlist on YouTube\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Friendsgiving 2025The Friendsgiving Campaign is one of two major fundraisers the Thomas Merton Family Center runs each year to support our annual operating budget. With $0.87 of every dollar raised directly supporting our programs\, you can trust that TMFC makes the stewardship of your generosity a priority. \n Give a Gift Today URL:https://www.ccfairfield.org/event/friendsgiving/ LOCATION:CT CATEGORIES:events,General Catholic Charities Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ccfairfield.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Friendsgiving-2025-Insert-5-in-x-10-in-2-03-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260101T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T044247 CREATED:20251103T150205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T151217Z UID:6603-1761984000-1767286800@www.ccfairfield.org SUMMARY:New Covenant Center Holiday Appeal 2025 | Help Feed Families in Stamford DESCRIPTION:New Covenant Center Holiday Appeal 2025 | Help Feed Families\n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n Give Hope This Holiday Season\n Brian came to New Covenant Center looking for emergency food—and left with food\, rental assistance\, and a job offer. This holiday season\, your generosity ensures that our Stamford neighbors have a meal to share\, hope to hold onto\, and a path toward stability. \n \n\n \n \n After being laid off in late 2024\, Brian had been working gig jobs while searching for stable employment. During his visit\, our Case Management team connected him to SNAP benefits\, local pet care resources for his cat\, and arranged a same-day job interview. He was offered a position that afternoon. \n I came here looking for food and I left with a job. – Brian\, New Covenant Center Client\n \n\n \n \n As the holidays approach\, food insecurity continues to rise. Many families face difficult choices—heat or food\, rent or groceries. Your gift helps ensure that everyone has a seat at the table this Thanksgiving and Christmas. \n Every dollar you give builds a path from hardship to hope\, from empty plates to shared meals\, and from loneliness to community. \n \n\n \n \n Your gift is the key to food\, comfort\, dignity\, and hope. \n Please make your holiday gift today to support New Covenant Center’s mission of compassion and care. URL:https://www.ccfairfield.org/event/ncc-holiday-appeal/ LOCATION:CT CATEGORIES:events,General Catholic Charities Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ccfairfield.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/NCC-Turkey-Drive-16-x-9-in.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251114 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260102 DTSTAMP:20260406T044247 CREATED:20241118T145938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T175110Z UID:5836-1763078400-1767311999@www.ccfairfield.org SUMMARY:Annual Catholic Charities Holiday Appeal DESCRIPTION:Holiday Appeal | Catholic Charities of Fairfield County\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n Open a Door to Hope This Christmas\n \n Each year\, Catholic Charities of Fairfield County opens doors to those in need—offering nourishment\, safety\, and compassion to our most vulnerable neighbors.\n Through your generosity this holiday season\, we can continue to provide meals for the hungry\, shelter for families\, and care for individuals seeking hope and healing.\n \n \n Your gift makes a lasting difference. Together\, we can keep the light of love and service shining bright across Fairfield County this Christmas and beyond. URL:https://www.ccfairfield.org/event/holidayappeal/ LOCATION:CT ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ccfairfield.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251202 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251203 DTSTAMP:20260406T044247 CREATED:20251120T162738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T032041Z UID:6679-1764633600-1764719999@www.ccfairfield.org SUMMARY:Giving Tuesday 2025 DESCRIPTION:Giving Tuesday: Lift the Burden\n \n\n \n One mission. Three ways to lift the burden for neighbors across Fairfield County.\n \n\n \n \n \n “Can you help me find a chair for my grandma?”\n \n \n A young boy asked this after walking a mile to our food pantry with his grandmother\, who uses a walker. \n Your Giving Tuesday generosity ensures families like theirs are met with care\, dignity\, and compassion when they need it most.\n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Catholic Charities Holiday Appeal\n \n Supports Norwalk and Danbury programs that provide counseling\, case management\, and mental health care.\n \n \n Donate\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n New Covenant Center Holiday Appeal\n \n Ensures Stamford families have access to food\, stability\, and hope during the hardest months of the year.\n \n \n Donate\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n Thomas Merton Family Center Friendsgiving\n \n Provides warm meals\, dignity\, and community to Bridgeport guests who rely on us every day.\n \n \n Donate\n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n Give Where It's Needed Most URL:https://www.ccfairfield.org/event/giving-tuesday/ LOCATION:CT CATEGORIES:events,General Catholic Charities Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ccfairfield.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/NCC-Turkey-Drive-16-x-9-in-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T090000 DTSTAMP:20260406T044247 CREATED:20251008T174519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T144521Z UID:6564-1764918000-1764925200@www.ccfairfield.org SUMMARY:Norwalk Celebrity Breakfast DESCRIPTION:Tickets and Sponsorships URL:https://www.ccfairfield.org/event/norwalkbreakfast/ LOCATION:Shorehaven Golf Club\, 14 Canfield Ave\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06855 CATEGORIES:events,General Catholic Charities Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ccfairfield.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2025-Norwalk-Breakfast-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260406T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T044247 CREATED:20260211T175207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T210733Z UID:6759-1771401600-1775494800@www.ccfairfield.org SUMMARY:Loaves and Fishes DESCRIPTION:Loaves & Fishes 2026\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Make Your Lenten Gift\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Other Ways to Give\n\n \n Please make checks payable to "Catholic Charities of Fairfield County\,"\n add note "Loaves & Fishes" to the bottom of the check\, and send to 100 Beard Sawmill Road\, Suite 650\, Shelton\, CT 06484 ATTN: Erin Boswell \n\n \n Transform Lives in 2026 with Your Lenten Gift\n\n \n Hunger and food insecurity are rising at alarming rates across Fairfield County\,\n leaving more families\, children\, and seniors struggling to access basic nutrition.\n \n\n \n Catholic Charities’ food service programs provide critically needed assistance\n through soup kitchens\, food pantries\, and home-delivered meals for the elderly\,\n sharing more than 2.1 million meals each year.\n \n \n\n \n Programs You Support\n\n \n Morning Glory Breakfast Program – Danbury\n New Covenant Center – Stamford\n Room to Grow Preschool Food Pantry – Norwalk\n Senior Nutrition Program – Norwalk and Stamford\n The Thomas Merton Family Center – Bridgeport\n \n \n \n \n \n \n www.ccfairfield.org/loaves\n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n © 2026 Catholic Charities of Fairfield County URL:https://www.ccfairfield.org/event/loaves-and-fishes/ LOCATION:CT CATEGORIES:events,General Catholic Charities Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ccfairfield.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/website-2026-loaves-and-fishes.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T180000 DTSTAMP:20260406T044247 CREATED:20260310T205424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T205641Z UID:6807-1775039400-1775152800@www.ccfairfield.org SUMMARY:People of Hope Mobile Museum: Catholic Charities USA DESCRIPTION:Catholic Charities of Fairfield County invites you to experience the People of Hope Museum\, a nationwide traveling exhibit that celebrates the power of Christian service and community resilience. Housed in a retrofitted tractor-trailer\, this immersive museum shares real stories of neighbors helping neighbors—moments of courage\, compassion\, and hope from Catholic Charities agencies across the country. \n Location:\nFairfield University\, behind Mahoney Arena \n Dates & Times:\nWednesday\, April 1 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM\nThursday\, April 2 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n(Last entry is 30 minutes before closing) \n What to Expect: \n\nFirst-person video stories from frontline staff and volunteers\nInteractive poverty simulation and data visualizations\nAudio excerpts from authors like Oprah Winfrey and Arthur Brooks\nOn-site recording studio to share your own story of hope\nFree admission for all guests\n\nOptional Donation Opportunity:\nSupport the Room to Grow Preschool Pantry by bringing one of the most-needed items: \n\nLaundry detergent\nKids snacks\nPasta\n\nThis exhibit is part of a two-and-a-half-year national tour made possible by a $5 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. Join us to witness how faith in action transforms lives—and discover how you can make a meaningful impact in your own community. URL:https://www.ccfairfield.org/event/people-of-hope-mobile-museum/ LOCATION:Fairfield University\, 1073 N Benson Rd\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824 CATEGORIES:events,General Catholic Charities Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ccfairfield.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/People-of-Hope-General-Invitation-Side-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T090000 DTSTAMP:20260406T044247 CREATED:20260303T190305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T152752Z UID:6798-1778655600-1778662800@www.ccfairfield.org SUMMARY:The 32nd Annual Thomas Merton Family Center Celebrity Breakfast Featuring Guest Speaker Matt Hasselbeck DESCRIPTION:Thomas Merton Celebrity Breakfast\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n Register for the Celebrity Breakfast\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n Thomas Merton Family Center Celebrity Breakfast\n\n \n Join us for the 32nd Annual Celebrity Breakfast supporting the Thomas Merton Family Center and its vital programs serving individuals and families across Fairfield County.\n \n\n \n Date\n Wednesday\, May 13\, 2026\n\n Location\n Sacred Heart University – Martire Family Arena\n\n Time\n 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM\n\n Registration Deadline\n May 1\n \n\n Register Now\n Event Details\n \n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n\n \n About the Event\n\n \n Start your day with an inspiring gathering of community leaders\, supporters\, and friends united in service.\n \n\n \n This year’s featured speaker is Matt Hasselbeck\, former NFL quarterback and ESPN analyst\, sharing insights on leadership\, faith\, and service.\n \n\n \n Sponsorships and tables are available and offer valuable visibility and recognition opportunities.\n \n \n\n \n Guest Speaker\n\n Matt Hasselbeck \n\n \n Matt Hasselbeck played 18 seasons in the NFL\, led the Seattle Seahawks to Super Bowl XL\, and earned three Pro Bowl honors. He later served as an ESPN commentator and is devoted to faith\, family\, and service.\n \n\n Honorees\n\n \n Mulcahy Award: Bill Tommins\n Hoey Award: Andrew Lazowski\n Deacon Paul Kurmay & St. Mark Church Volunteers\n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Reserve Your Seat Today\n Purchase tickets or explore sponsorship opportunities through GiveSmart. \n Register on GiveSmart URL:https://www.ccfairfield.org/event/thomas-merton-celebrity-breakfast/ LOCATION:Sacred Heart University: Martire Family Arena\, 3135 Easton Turnpike\, Fairfield\, CT CATEGORIES:events,General Catholic Charities Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ccfairfield.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T210000 DTSTAMP:20260406T044247 CREATED:20260326T154039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T145740Z UID:6820-1781287200-1781298000@www.ccfairfield.org SUMMARY:New Covenant Center's Summer Soirée DESCRIPTION:New Covenant Center Summer Soirée\n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Catholic Charities Stamford\n New Covenant Center Summer Soirée\n \n Join us for New Covenant Center’s only fundraising event of the year—an elegant evening celebrating 48 years of serving Stamford and supporting neighbors in need across Fairfield County.\n \n\n \n \n Date\n Friday\, June 12th\n \n \n Location\n Woodway Country Club540 Hoyt St\, Darien\, CT 06820\n \n \n Schedule\n 6:00 PM Cocktail Hour7:30 PM Dinner & Program\n \n \n Response Requested\n Please reply by May 26\n \n \n\n \n Purchase Tickets\n View Event Details\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n An evening of community\, celebration\, and impact\n \n The Summer Soirée brings together friends\, supporters\, and community leaders for a meaningful night that helps sustain New Covenant Center’s mission.\n \n \n\n \n \n \n Enjoy a festive cocktail hour\, dinner\, and program in support of New Covenant Center\, a program of Catholic Charities serving individuals and families throughout the region.\n \n \n The evening features special guest Joe Girardi\, former Major League Baseball catcher and manager\, three-time World Series champion\, and respected broadcaster. We are also proud to honor Bobby Anderson as the 2026 Founder’s Award Recipient.\n \n \n Tickets\, tables\, and sponsorship opportunities are available. Your participation helps provide critical support and visibility for a mission rooted in dignity\, compassion\, and service.\n \n \n Interested in sponsorships? Levels range from Host Table to Platinum and include event visibility\, recognition\, and guest tables.\n \n \n\n \n Featured Guest\n Joe Girardi\n \n Joe Girardi is a former Major League Baseball catcher and manager\, best known for leading the New York Yankees and winning three World Series championships. He is widely respected for his leadership on and off the field and his commitment to philanthropy.\n \n Honoree\n Bobby Anderson2026 Founder’s Award Recipient \n \n \n\n \n \n \nEvent invitation and featured evening details.\n \n \n \nSponsorship levels\, tickets\, and supporter opportunities.\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Reserve your place at the Summer Soirée\n Purchase tickets or explore sponsorship opportunities through GiveSmart. \n \n Buy Tickets on GiveSmart\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n New Covenant Center is a program of Catholic Charities of Fairfield County\, Inc. URL:https://www.ccfairfield.org/event/summer-soiree/ LOCATION:Woodway Country Club\, 540 Hoyt Street\, Darien\, CT\, 06820 CATEGORIES:events,General Catholic Charities Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ccfairfield.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/New-Covenant-Center-Soiree-Invitation.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR