Good morning, Norwalk.

Anne Moreno, daughter of late Navy veteran Jon Barnard who died on April 28 after battling cancer, is hosting a swim-a-thon today at 8 Willard Road to honor his legacy and repay Swim Across the Sound for the help he received during his treatment.

The fundraiser runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and charges $25 for swimmers with discounted fees for survivors—offering support to cancer patients in need.

The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk and Mystic Aquarium were named USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice Award winners as top aquariums in the country—Maritime placed 10th and Mystic 5th, honoring their high-quality exhibits and visitor experiences.

Budget airlines such as Avelo and Breeze have boosted passenger traffic at small airports in Connecticut and nearby New York—Tweed New Haven Airport saw a 1,100% jump in departures after Avelo began flights in 2021 and Westchester Airport now handles nearly 1.2 million departing passengers.

Beardsley Zoo announced on May 22 that it had received an 11-month-old female red panda named Ponya from the Detroit Zoo — part of a Species Survival Plan to help endangered red pandas.

The zoo will soon receive another young male red panda to replace Dorji — who came from Hogle Zoo in Utah.

Calf Pasture and Shady beaches in Norwalk have been closed since Thursday because of elevated bacteria levels, state officials reported.

The Norwalk Health Department checks water quality weekly between Memorial Day and Labor Day — the closures continue into the holiday weekend.

Norwalk Hospital’s new owner is providing capital and expertise to restart a delayed $220M patient tower project that will modernize care by creating larger, family-friendly rooms—hospital officials plan to relocate services like the behavioral health unit to keep the hospital running during construction. Construction dates remain uncertain as planning continues—details on when the tower will start and finish are still being determined.

Matt Berninger Live in Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — District Music Hall — General Admission — Experience the intimate sounds and rich narratives of Matt Berninger as he performs from his new album 'Get Sunk.'

Sunset Stroll

The Sunset Stroll will be held at The Point at Norwalk Cove. We will have passed around appetizers, entrees, and a signature drink. We will have elected officials and program participants as speakers. We will also have scavenger hunt for the guests to learn about all of our amazing programs. There will be a silent choice auction and a live auction with amazing items.

Sunset Stroll

The Sunset Stroll will be held at The Point at Norwalk Cove. We will have passed around appetizers, entrees, and a signature drink. We will have elected officials and program participants as speakers. We will also have scavenger hunt for the guests to learn about all of our amazing programs. There will be a silent choice auction and a live auction with amazing items.

In-Person Spanish PEP Class

9 AM – 4 PM — Family & Children's Agency (ASPIRE program) — $150 — Complete the necessary class for divorce in Connecticut while enjoying a supportive learning environment.

On-Site Tour of Maplewood at Strawberry Hill

9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Maplewood at Strawberry Hill — Free entry — Explore a community known for its exceptional senior care and welcoming environment.

Goat Yoga at Spacecat Brewing

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Spacecat Brewing Co. Taproom & Beer Garden — $37.5 (+tax/fees) — Enjoy a relaxing evening of yoga alongside playful baby goats.