Explore a diverse range of opportunities, from webinars hosted by our project experts to engaging volunteer events like rain garden plantings or cleanups—there’s something for everyone! Don’t forget to check this page regularly for updates. Discover the festivals and gatherings where we’ll have a presence, contribute to our cause through fundraisers, and stay tuned for upcoming workshops and collaborative projects.
Sound Off: A Members-Only Town Hall
Friday, April 4 | 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.
Webinar
With news from Washington constantly changing, it can be hard to know where to focus—or what actions to take. Join Save the Sound leadership for Sound Off, an exclusive webinar series cutting through the noise.
Free for members; $25 for new or renewing members.
Ferry Point Park Coastal Cleanup
Saturday, April 19 | 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Join Save the Sound and NY State Senator Nathalia Fernandez for a volunteer coastal cleanup at Ferry Point Park! Help remove litter and debris from the shoreline, protect marine life, and keep our waters clean. This is a great opportunity to make a direct impact on the health of Long Island Sound. Gloves and supplies will be provided.
Ferry Point Park, 10 Hutchinson Riv Pkwy Bronx, NY 10465
Eelgrass Seed Gluing
Wednesday, April 23 | 9:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m.
Eelgrass is vital for marine life, water quality, and climate resilience. Using the SEAS method (Seeds of Eelgrass Attached to Shellfish), volunteers will carefully glue eelgrass seeds to live clam shells. Sign up as a volunteer and be part of this important restoration effort!
Cedar Island Marina, 34 Riverside Dr, Clinton, CT
Reducing Runoff, One Rain Garden at a Time
Wednesday, April 23 | 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Rain gardens are a simple, effective way to reduce stormwater runoff, improve water quality, and create habitat for pollinators. Join Save the Sound’s Nicole Davis, watershed project manager, and Lys Gant, watershed stewardship coordinator, for a free webinar on:
- Why rain gardens matter
- The basics of designing and building your own
- Highlights from past installations
- What’s ahead in 2025, including opportunities for free installations by Save the Sound in select neighborhoods
Earth Month Cleanups (NY & CT)
April 2025
Join Save the Sound for our Connecticut & New York Earth Day cleanups! Beach and park cleanups are a fun way to engage in your community and leave our watershed better than you found it. Help protect the environment by removing trash from our coastline.
NORWALK, CT – Veterans Memorial Park: 4/26, 9:30am-11:30am
RYE, NY – Rye Town Beach: 4/26, 10am-12pm
HAMDEN, CT – Perimeter of Six Lakes: 4/27, 12pm-2pm
Rock to Rock Earth Day Ride
Saturday, April 26
Looking for a fun and easy way to support environmental action in your community? Get ready for this year’s Earth Day Ride and Green Fair on Saturday, April 26. Join Save the Sound’s team to bike with us and enlist your friends to sponsor your ride! Routes range from 5 to 60 miles, or you can choose a hike or a remote ride. Learn more about Rock to Rock here or click here to join Save the Sound’s team!
East Rock Park, 41 Cold Spring St, New Haven, CT 06511
Rain Garden Installations
May & June | Greater New Haven Area
Rain gardens divert water from manmade surfaces into gardens planted with native shrubs, grasses, flowers, layered soil, and sand, which together work to filter out harmful stormwater pollutants. In 2025, we are installing residential rain gardens throughout New Haven and Hamden, CT, and are looking for volunteers to help!
A Night in White with a Splash of Blue
Saturday, May 10 | 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
All event proceeds benefit Save the Sound
If you love Long Island Sound, join us for dinner, dancing, and drinks at A Night in White with a Splash of Blue, hosted by the Northport Yacht Club in Northport, NY. Enjoy stunning harbor views at this gorgeous waterfront venue, passed bites, dinner, beer and wine, a live band, dancing, and tempting auction packages.
Northport Yacht Club, 11 Bluff Point Rd, Northport, NY 11768
Long Wharf Park Cleanup
Sunday, June 29 | 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.
Join Save the Sound and Discovering Amistad for a volunteer coastal cleanup at Long Wharf Park! Help remove litter and debris from the shoreline, protecting marine life and keeping our waters clean. This is a great opportunity to make a direct impact on the health of Long Island Sound. Gloves and supplies will be provided. Register here.
Long Wharf Park, 351 Long Wharf Dr, New Haven, CT 06511
Community Events
Hosted by the Hutchinson River Restoration Project and Save the Sound
Hutchinson River Cleanup at Split Rock
Sunday, Apr. 6 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Join Save the Sound and the Hutchinson River Restoration Project for a cleanup event at Split Rock. Help restore the Hutchinson River by participating in a land-based or water-based cleanup (for those with boats). We’ll provide gloves, grabbers, and trash bags—just bring your boots, long sleeves, and enthusiasm! Register here.
Split Rock, Bronx, NY
Street parking available. Accessible by BX16, BX30, and 0061 buses.
Hosted by Project Blackfin and Thimble Island Brewing
Project Blackfin – Art Exhibition at Thimble Island Brewing Company
Sunday, Apr. 6 | 2:00 – 8:00 PM
Save the Sound is proud to be the beneficiary of Project Blackfin, an immersive art exhibition by Bandit. This one-of-a-kind event will raise funds for Save the Sound through a percentage of sponsorships, paintings, prints, donations, and 100% of the charity auction proceeds. Attendees can participate in the exciting auction, where the winner will receive a custom painting. Learn more.
Thimble Island Brewing Company, 16 Business Park Dr, Branford, CT 06405
Hosted by COASTS Program
Celebrating Sustainability on the Sound
Sunday, Apr. 6 | 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Join us for an engaging and interactive event showcasing local efforts to protect the Long Island Sound and promote sustainable living! This sustainability fair brings together community organizations (including Save the Sound) and environmental advocates to share their work and inspire action. Learn more.
Canal Dock Boathouse, 475 Long Wharf Drive New Haven, CT 06511
Hosted by Northport Yacht Club’s Sustainability Committee and the Women’s Committee
Reflecting on Water Quality: Improvements & Vision for 2035
Thursday, Apr. 10 | 6:15 PM
Join us for the 10th anniversary of Water Quality presentations at the Northport Yacht Club. Save the Sound’s David Ansel will be a featured speaker, along with representatives from environmental organizations and government agencies. Space is limited—register by email: waterqualityli@gmail.com
Northport Yacht Club, 11 Bluff Point Rd, Northport, NY
Hosted by COASTS Program
What’s in the Harbor? Speaker Series
April 12 | 10:00 – 11:30 AM
May 10 | 10:00 – 11:30 AM
June 14 | 10:00 – 11:30 AM
Join the University of New Haven, Sail Haven, NOAA, and the Sound School for a Speaker Series on the ecosystems and history of Long Island Sound. There’s a new speaker every month! Learn more | Flyer
Canal Dock Boathouse, 475 Long Wharf Drive, New Haven, CT 06511
Hosted by Appalachian Mountain Club’s Southeastern Massachusetts Chapter
Conservation Conversations: Earth Day Panel 2025
Saturday, Apr. 19 | 2:00—4:00 PM
Join Save the Sound’s Scott Redfern, senior manager of the Doherty Climate & Resilience Institute, at the Norwell Public Library this Earth Day to discuss local conservation efforts. This panel will explore climate advocacy, sustainable beekeeping, and the connection between art and nature. Register here.
This event will be live-streamed and recorded by Norwell Spotlight TV, NSTV.
Hosted by Nature,Boy
Earth Day Celebration
Tuesday, Apr. 22 | 6:30 PM
Save the Sound is excited to join the community for an Earth Day celebration at BAR in New Haven! The event will feature some of the area’s best DJs alongside environmental activists, offering a night of music, inspiration, and meaningful conversations about taking action for the planet. Learn more.
Free admission | Donations encouraged | 21+
Hosted by Peconic Landing
Envision Plum Island Preserved
Tuesday, Apr. 22 | 6:30 – 8:00 PM
Join us for a photographic tour of Plum Island, hosted by Peconic Landing and presented by Save the Sound’s Louise Harrison. Discover the island’s national significance, from its wildlife and natural areas to its cultural heritage, and learn why it must be preserved. Louise will also share the latest updates on the preservation campaign as the Preserve Plum Island Coalition continues to advocate for its long-term protection. Register here.
Brecknock Hall on Long Island
1 Brecknock Road, Greenport, NY 11944
CT Spring Boat Show
Friday, April 25 | 1:00 – 6:00 PM
Saturday, April 26 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday, April 27 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Kick off the boating season at New England’s first in-water boat show! Visit Save the Sound’s table to learn about our work protecting Long Island Sound, and don’t miss a special presentation from our Long Island Soundkeeper on Saturday!
Tickets: $20 advance (weekend pass), $22 day-of (children 13 & under free)
Learn more at ctspringboatshow.com.
Hosted by the Town of Hamden
Hamden Earth Day
Saturday, April 26 | 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Join Save the Sound at Hamden Earth Day! Stop by our exhibit to learn about our work and see our rain garden installation in Hamden Town Center Park. Enjoy family-friendly activities, eco-exhibits, and more!
Hosted by Larchmont Environmental Committee
Larchmont Earth Day
Saturday, April 26 | 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Rain Date: Sunday, April 27
Celebrate Earth Day with eco-friendly fun for all ages! Enjoy activities and connect with local environmental groups. Stop by Save the Sound’s table to learn more about stormwater runoff and projects in your backyard.
Hosted by Larchmont Environmental Committee
4th Annual Norwalk Earth Day Festival
Saturday, April 26 | 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Enjoy live music, food, tree planting, yoga, and more. Save the Sound will be there—stop by our table to learn how you can help protect Long Island Sound. Learn more.
Hosted by JUNTA for Progressive Action, Mary Wade Home, & Arts & Ideas Fair Haven Neighborhood Festival
Fair Haven Day
Saturday, May 3 | 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Join your neighbors for Fair Haven Day, a parade and festival celebrating community, local arts and artists, culture, sports, creativity, entrepreneurship, and partnership, presented by and for the Fair Haven neighborhood. Fair Haven Day begins with the Fair Haven Community Parade, followed by a full day of activities. Learn more.
Previous Events
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Past Events On-Demand
Missed one of our events? Don’t worry—you can catch up anytime! Visit our Virtual Archive to watch recordings of past webinars, workshops, and conversations. Dive into topics like clean water, climate action, and restoring natural habitats, all at your convenience.
Event FAQ
How do I watch the recording of a previous webinar, panel, or discussion?
You can view recordings of our previous events in our virtual archive.
I would like to volunteer. How do I sign up?
Thank you for your interest! Click here to learn more.
How do I become a member of Save the Sound?
For just $25 a year, you’ll fuel on-the-ground projects that help your neighborhoods and ecosystems adapt to escalated climate threats, protect your clean water through hands-on science, community collaboration, legislative advocacy, and legal action, and preserve your region’s threatened forests, islands, and riverfronts. Become a member here.
I have a question about an event. Who should I contact?
Please contact Amanda James at ajames@savethesound.org or 203-787-0646 ext. 130.
