July 2026
Summer Movie Nights are back at the Q!
Every Thursday in July, the Dixwell Q House Plaza transforms into an outdoor theater for free family movie nights under the stars.
Bring your blankets, your lawn chairs, and the whole family. Films begin at 8:00 PM at the Dixwell Q House Plaza, 197 Dixwell Avenue.
Whether you're catching an old favorite or seeing something new, it's a relaxed, welcoming evening in the heart of Dixwell.
Lineup:
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July 9: Zootopia 2
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July 16: Barbershop
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July 23: Madagascar 3
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July 30: Encanto
All screenings are free and open to the community. For questions, call 475-306-6936 or follow @dixwellqhouse on instagram for updates.
Project Reignite:
Rise, Recharge, & Belonging
Join us for a free community event connecting youth, young adults, and families with educational, career, housing, wellness, and community resources throughout Greater New Haven.
The event takes place Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 11:00 AM-4:00 PM at the Q-House (Dixwell Community Center), 197 Dixwell Avenue.
Enjoy interactive activities, free meals, care kits, games, and more resources for the whole family, presented by AmeriCorps Public Allies CT & Music Haven.
This event is free and open to the community. Scan the QR code on the flyer to RSVP.
SHINE Academy Summer Financial Empowerment Series
Starting Tuesday July 21, 2026
Join us at the Dixwell Q House for a free five-part financial empowerment series presented by Wealth Beacon Group Foundation's SHINE Academy, in partnership with Connex Credit Union. Designed to give participants practical, real-world tools for building long-term financial stability, this series covers key money management topics in a supportive, community-centered setting.
Sessions run Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:00 PM on July 21, July 28, August 4, August 11, and August 18. The series wraps up with a Mobile Banking Experience, where Connex representatives will be on-site to help participants open a Pathway Account. Eligible participants who open a new account may also qualify for an incentive of up to $75.
This program is especially valuable for individuals who are unbanked or underbanked and looking to connect with trusted financial resources. Space is limited to 25 participants, so early registration is encouraged.
August 2026
Q House Youth Lock-In
📅 Tuesday, August 11, 2026 8:00 PM
The Q House Youth Lock-In is a late-night takeover built for youth ages 10 to 15.
Doors open at 7:30 PM for check-in, and from 8:15 PM on, every activity room in the building is open.
Youth choose their own adventure: shoot hoops in the gym, get on the mic in the Music Studio, catch a movie, hit the dance floor, make something in the Art Room, take it easy in the Quiet Room, or bounce between all of them. Late night chill and photos before dismissal at midnight.
Free to attend. Pizza and snacks provided.
Who can come:
Youth ages 10 to 15 (participants must be within this age range as of August 11, 2026).
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CT Summer "Step" Jam & Back 2 School Supply Drive
📅 Saturday, August 22, 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.
