June 2026
Fit & Flow: Afro-Caribbean Dance Fitness
📅 Wednesday June 3, 2026 | 7:00–8:00 PM
📅 Wednesday June 17, 2026 | 7:00–8:00 PM
📍 Q House — 197 Dixwell Avenue
Celebrate culture and movement with a high-energy dance fitness class honoring the rhythm, resilience, and richness of the African diaspora. Bring a flag that represents you and dance with us!
All ages, all dance and fitness levels welcome.
In partnership with Carnival Haven.
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14th Annual Free Market & Health Fair
📅 Saturday June 13, 2026
📍 Q House — 197 Dixwell Avenue
The fair offers free clothing, household goods, and on-site health resources to families across Greater New Haven.
Q House is the official collection site. Drop off gently used clothing and household items from May 14 through June 6.
Drop-Off Hours
Tuesdays and Thursdays: 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Saturdays: 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM
Hosted by the New Haven Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., The Delta Foundation of Greater New Haven, the Epsilon Iota Iota Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., and The H.A.V.E. Foundation, Inc.
Juneteenth Jamboree:
Celebrating Art, History & Culture
📅 Thursday, June 18, 2026
🕖 7 PM to Midnight
📍 Canal Dock Boathouse
475 Long Wharf Dr., New Haven
Join us for a soulful celebration of Black art, history, and culture as we honor Juneteenth and usher in World Sickle Cell Day.
The evening features a soulful dinner from 7:30 to 9:30 PM, a cash cocktail bar opening at 7 PM, and a midnight LED light celebration. New Haven radio personality Daryl Huckabee serves as Master of Ceremonies.
🎟️ Tickets: $65 per person
👗 Festive attire encouraged
🏠 Tickets available for purchase at the Dixwell Q House
Questions? Contact Robin Higgins at 📞 203-214-8528.
🤝 Presented by the CT 29th Colored Regiment, MIST Committee, Kiyama Movement, and Amistad Commitee
Juneteenth New Haven
📅 Saturday June 20, 2026 | 12:00–6:00 PM
Juneteenth New Haven returns Saturday, June 20, 2026, noon to 6 PM at the Dixwell "Q" House.
Free and open to all, this year's celebration features live performances, health screenings and a blood drive, a youth basketball tournament, an eSports competition, vendors, food trucks, and cultural exhibits exploring Black history, music, the church, soul food, and the African diaspora.
Cultivating culture in the community—come celebrate with us.
First-Time Homebuyers' Workshop
📅 Thursday, June 25, 2026 | 6:00–7:00 PM
Ready to start building your financial future? Join us at the Q House for a free First-Time Homebuyers' Workshop, presented in partnership with Connex Credit Union as part of their collaborative Financial Wellness series.
Spend the evening with Jeannette Lucky, Community Development Loan Officer with over 30 years of experience in the financial industry. Jeannette will walk you through the steps to prepare for buying your first home — from understanding your finances and credit, to navigating the mortgage process with confidence.
You'll also learn about the benefits of becoming a Connex member. (To join Connex, you must live, work, worship, or attend school in Hartford, Middlesex, New Haven, or Fairfield County.)
Whether you're just starting to think about homeownership or actively planning your next steps, this workshop is a welcoming space to ask questions and gather the tools you need.
Men's Health Expo & Community Walk
📅Saturday, June 27, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Join us for a morning of movement, connection, and care. The Men's Health Awareness Walk and Expo brings together neighbors, families, and community partners to put men's health at the center of the conversation, where it belongs.
The day kicks off with a community walk and continues with a health expo featuring free screenings, resources, and one-on-one conversations with trusted local providers. Whether you come to walk, learn, or connect with services, you'll leave with tools to take care of yourself and the men in your life.
This event is brought to you by Cornell Scott Hill Health Center, City of New Haven Department of Elderly Services, City of New Haven Department of Youth and Recreation, CT Mens Conference, Dixwell Q House, LEAP, New Haven Free Public Library, Yale New Haven Health, and 943 WYBC.
July 2026
Be Your Own Hero
A Tribute to Dr. Fred F. Smith,
The Beloved "Freddy Fixer"
📅 Showtimes:
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Friday, July 10, 2026 — 7:00 PM
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Saturday, July 11, 2026 — 2:00 PM
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Saturday, July 11, 2026 — 7:00 PM
📍 Dixwell Community Q House, 197 Dixwell Avenue
🎟️ Tickets: $20 general | $10 children under 12 and seniors 65+
The Dixwell Community Q House proudly presents Be Your Own Hero, a heartfelt tribute to the life and legacy of Dr. Fred F. Smith — affectionately known as the "Freddy Fixer."
Written by Fred F. Smith, Jr. and co-written and directed by Steve Driffin, this original production celebrates a community icon whose vision and dedication continue to inspire generations.
Join us for an unforgettable performance honoring a man whose spirit lives on through the people, traditions, and parade that bear his name.
Tickets go on sale Friday, May 1, 2026.
August 2026
CT Summer "Step" Jam & Back 2 School Supply Drive
📅 Saturday, August 15, 2026
More Info Coming Soon!
September 2026
Save the Date
📅 Friday, September 18, 2026 5:30 PM
The Dixwell Community Q House Fall Ball:
An Evening of Excellence and Elegance
Join us for a special evening celebrating the Q House and the community we serve.
More details and ticket information to follow.
First-Time Homebuyers' Workshop
📅 Thursday, September 24, 2026 | 6:00–7:00 PM
Ready to start building your financial future? Join us at the Q House for a free First-Time Homebuyers' Workshop, presented in partnership with Connex Credit Union as part of their collaborative Financial Wellness series.
Spend the evening with Jeannette Lucky, Community Development Loan Officer with over 30 years of experience in the financial industry. Jeannette will walk you through the steps to prepare for buying your first home — from understanding your finances and credit, to navigating the mortgage process with confidence.
You'll also learn about the benefits of becoming a Connex member. (To join Connex, you must live, work, worship, or attend school in Hartford, Middlesex, New Haven, or Fairfield County.)
Whether you're just starting to think about homeownership or actively planning your next steps, this workshop is a welcoming space to ask questions and gather the tools you need.
October 2026
Halloween Festival
📅 Friday, October 23, 2026
More Info Coming Soon!
November 2026
2nd Annual CT Men's Conference
📅 Saturday November 14, 2026
More Info Coming Soon!
December 2026
First-Time Homebuyers' Workshop
📅 Thursday, December 17, 2026 | 6:00–7:00 PM
Ready to start building your financial future? Join us at the Q House for a free First-Time Homebuyers' Workshop, presented in partnership with Connex Credit Union as part of their collaborative Financial Wellness series.
Spend the evening with Jeannette Lucky, Community Development Loan Officer with over 30 years of experience in the financial industry. Jeannette will walk you through the steps to prepare for buying your first home — from understanding your finances and credit, to navigating the mortgage process with confidence.
You'll also learn about the benefits of becoming a Connex member. (To join Connex, you must live, work, worship, or attend school in Hartford, Middlesex, New Haven, or Fairfield County.)
Whether you're just starting to think about homeownership or actively planning your next steps, this workshop is a welcoming space to ask questions and gather the tools you need.
