Events

May 14 • 12-1pm

May 17 - Goffe Street Park in New Haven

IRIS is proud to partner with the Greater New Haven Community Chorus (GNHCC) for Welcome. Peace. Amen., a special concert celebrating immigrants, refugees, and the rich cultural diversity of New … Read More "Welcome. Peace. Amen – A Concert Celebration"

IRIS will participate in Protect the Vote, a community conversation focused on voting rights, civic engagement, and access to the democratic process. Organized by the Glastonbury Martin Luther King Community … Read More "Protect the Vote: Community Conversation on Voting Rights"

IRIS will participate in the 2026 Guilford Rotary Lobster Fest, a community celebration and fundraiser hosted by the Rotary Club of Guilford. The event brings together residents, local businesses, nonprofit … Read More "Guilford Rotary Lobster Fest 2026"

IRIS will host America 250 Event, a community celebration recognizing the contributions of immigrants and refugees to Connecticut and the United States, and celebrating 250 years of welcoming immigrants, democratic … Read More "America 250"

Join IRIS members for a community celebration marking 35 years of Ukraine’s Independence, featuring Ukrainian music, culture, and community. When: August 22, 2026, starting at 1:00 PM Where: 225 Wooster … Read More "Ukraine Independence Day Celebration"

Online Community Meeting on Temporary Protected Status (TPS) Via Zoom WE WILL PROVIDE UPDATES ON TEMPORARY PROTECTIVE STATUS (TPS) AND RECENT CHANGES INCLUDING THE TERMINATION OF TPS FOR HAITIANS AND … Read More "Community Meeting on Temporary Protected Status (TPS)"

Join IRIS and the New Haven community for the Faxon Law New Haven Road Race this Labor Day! The annual race brings runners and community members together for a fun … Read More "49th Annual Faxon Law New Haven Road Race"

Support Refugee & Immigrant Families Donation Drop-Off Dates & Location: All material donations can be dropped off at our food pantry & warehouse facility on: MONDAYS before NOVEMBER 12TH, 2026 or … Read More "Donate Winter Weather Gear"

September 14, 2026 7:00pm - 8:30pm This event has passed.  View Community Update Presentation Slides - Full Screen View Community Update Recording

Join IRIS and the West Hartford Public Library for a screening of Midnight Traveler, followed by a discussion with IRIS members. About the Film Midnight Traveler is a 2019 autobiographical documentary … Read More "Midnight Traveler Film Screening & Discussion"