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Happy Birthday Connecticut’s Old State House
Connecticut’s Old State House 800 Main St, HartfordJoin us in celebrating Connecticut’s Old State House’s 228th birthday on Saturday, May 18th from 12:00 – 4:00 pm. This free event will feature a Spring Craft Market, activities for kids, and cake made by 2023 Election Cake Bake-Off winner Amy Hodder of Amy Cakes in Wallingford. Enjoy an outdoor concert with Jake Kulak and […]
Colonial Field Day at Westport Museum for History and Culture
Westport Museum for History and Culture 25 Avery Place, WestportEver wondered how to play hoop and stick? Or break flax? What about spinning yarn? Bring the whole family and see for yourself at the museum’s Colonial Field Day! Take part in activities that were commonplace in the 18th century. Speak with costumed staff and volunteers about the lives of those in the colonial era. Try your […]
Annual Boothe Memorial Park Antique & Classic Car Show
Boothe Memorial Park 5800 Main St, StratfordBeautiful Park setting car show presented by the Port 5 Naval Veterans of Bridgeport, CT. This is an Official Connecticut Cruise News Ring Event with 10 Rings to be awarded as well as many Special Awards and Field Trophies. Proceeds benefit many veteran and community charities. A short list is: Fidelco Guide Dogs, Homes for […]
Impromptu Trumpet Recital at Stamford History Center
Stamford History Center 1508 High Ridge Road, StamfordDid you know SHC's Executive Director Dr. Tom Zoubek is also a professional trumpet player? Join us for an impromptu recital w/ refreshments About this Event Dr. Tom Zoubek will be accompanied by a pianist in the auditorium of the historic fieldstone building at Stamford History Center playing a beautiful repertoire including Faure's Bercuse, With […]
Fires, Floods, And Acts Of God: A Downtown Hartford Walking Tour
Connecticut’s Old State House 800 Main St, HartfordWhat a Disaster! Take to the streets for a unique walking tour centered on man-made and natural disasters that made history in Hartford. Join us on a 1.2-mile loop to hear compelling stories of ingenuity, resilience, and innovation and see how Downtown Hartford has grown. The tour was start from inside Connecticut’s Old State House by […]
Memorial Day Celebration at White Flower Farm
White Flower Farm 167 Litchfield Road (Route 63), LitchfieldStart your holiday weekend off with a visit to the farm for complimentary refreshments and family fun. Kids will enjoy face painting and playing cornhole. Other activities include a children’s scavenger hunt with prizes. (Just ask a staff member for a list of clues.) No fee or registration required. Veterans and active service members receive 10% off […]
Into the Sanitarium Escape Room at The Westport Museum
Westport Museum for History and Culture 25 Avery Place, WestportThrough June 29, 2024 Can you go into the Sanitarium escape room and make it out? Can you uncover the truth of the Westport Sanitarium? Rumors have spread of strange goings on inside the patient wing. Like the famed Nelly Bly, you are a reporter who has gone inside the sanitarium to investigate but find yourself […]
Connecticut College Arboretum Presents: Music in the Meadow 2024
Conn College Arboretum 270 Mohegan Avenue, New LondonWe invite you to join us for a family-friendly rocking good time on Friday, May 31, 2024 for our 12th annual pre-summer kick off concert! Each year just keeps getting better and better! This year we look forward to hosting Chris Mackay & the ToneShifters, Kerri Powers with special guest Marco Giovino and Ben & Nancy Parent […]
Norwalk Open Streets: Walk, Bike, & Roll Festival
15 Calf Pasture Beach Rd 15 Calf Pasture Beach Rd, NorwalkJoin us for the Norwalk Open Streets: Walk, Bike & Roll Festival on Saturday, June 1st from 9AM- 1PM at Calf Pasture Beach, being organized by the Bike/Walk Commission! The Open Streets event will include a variety of fitness and fun activities for folks to enjoy in a car-free environment! Bring your neighbors, friends, and […]
New London County Strawberry Festival
North Stonington Agricultural Fair, Inc 21 Wyassup Rd, North StoningtonSat. June 01 2024 to Sun. June 02, 2024 Eastern Connecticuts Premier Strawberry Festival makes its way to the beautiful North Stonington Agricultural Fair, to kick off Summer 2024!!!! An awesome free admission Event for the entire family!!! the kids love it!!!!! 15+ food trucks and 80+ vendors will be joining us with an amazing […]
Let Loose Thursdays June – Touch a Truck, Live Music & Fireworks! New London
Downtown New London Bank Street, New LondonJune 6, 2024 Come on down to Parade Plaza in New London and remember to grab your chairs for some awesome live blues tunes. Bring the whole family along to enjoy Touch-a-Truck, indulge in delicious food from local vendors, and dive into a range of other fun activities including a petting zoo! Carly’s Critters – Petting […]
Cheshire’s Strawberry Festival & Craft Fair
The First Congregational Church of Cheshire 111 Church Drive, CheshireSavor the Summer at Cheshire's Strawberry Festival & Craft Fair When: June 8, 2024 Time: 10 AM - 4 PM Where: The First Congregational Church of Cheshire, 111 Church Drive, Cheshire, CT 06410 Dive into the heart of summer at the Cheshire Strawberry Festival and Craft Fair, returning with a splash of color, creativity, and community spirit. Nestled on the […]