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Cause of death confirmed for actress Susan Saint James, longtime CT fixture

Noting her deep ties in Litchfield, "I'm such a citizen," Saint James said in a 2010 interview with Connecticut Magazine.

Connecticut · 1d

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This Historic Connecticut Railroad Hotel Is One Of The Last Remaining Of Its Kind In The Eastern U.S.

Imagine traveling by train more than a century ago and stopping at a hotel built specifically for railroad passengers. No online bookings or modern travel apps. Just a completely different way of getting around. And remarkably, a piece of that history still survives. One historic Connecticut railroad hotel preserves a...

Connecticut · 22h
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Families Across Connecticut Make The Drive For This Children’s Museum Kids Never Want To Leave

A woodchuck named Chuckles helps run a Groundhog Day celebration here every year. Yes, a real woodchuck. Somehow that’s only one of the reasons kids beg to come back. The whole thing started in a school storage closet. An art teacher filled it with treasures from her travels, and the idea simply grew from there.

Manchester, CT · 1d
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Few Connecticut Families Know This Old-School Drive-In Theater Still Lights Up The Screen

Volunteers run this drive-in, and it has handed more than half a million dollars to local groups. That’s a lot of good done with popcorn and a giant screen. The theater first opened in 1955 with a double feature. It went dark in 2002, and then neighbors stepped up...

Southington, CT · 17h
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Kids’ love for reading starts to ‘decline by 9.’ Here’s how to raise a bookworm

For many kids, an adult in their life helped them on their search for a book that got them hooked on reading. For Connecticut Public podcast host Daniela Doncel, that adult was West Hartford fifth grade teacher Elysha Dicks. “Recommending books to kids is my favorite thing that I do...

West Hartford, CT · 2d

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Jersey Boys 20th anniversary tour coming to The Bushnell in Hartford in March 2027

Jersey Boys 20th anniversary tour coming to The Bushnell in Hartford in March 2027 Single tickets for the Tony Award and Olivier Award-winning musical Jersey ... The post Jersey Boys 20th anniversary tour coming to The Bushnell in Hartford in March 2027 first appeared on Finding Connecticut .

Hartford, CT · 1d

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Feid brings Ferxxo – The Green Star Tour to PeoplesBank Arena in February

Feid brings Ferxxo – The Green Star Tour to PeoplesBank Arena in February Global Latin music icon Feid announced the upcoming Ferxxo – The Green ... The post Feid brings Ferxxo – The Green Star Tour to PeoplesBank Arena in February first appeared on Finding Connecticut .

Hartford, CT · 1d

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Springfield's Latino Book Fair Returns Bigger Than Ever at Hope Center Nov. 14

What started in 2024 as an event that ran from Friday afternoon through Saturday, with a Sunday authors' workshop, has grown into a cultural gathering in Springfield, and this year it's moving into a brand-new downtown home. The third Springfield Latino Book Fair is set for Saturday, November 14, at the Hope Center for the Arts at 150 Bridge Street, with doors opening at 10 a.m. and the free, one-day festival running until 5 p.m.

Springfield, MA · 1d

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Mystic Seaport Museum debuts Lantern Lights: A Mystic Holiday on December 3

Mystic Seaport Museum debuts Lantern Lights: A Mystic Holiday on December 3 Mystic Seaport Museum is launching Lantern Lights: A Mystic Holiday, a new December ... The post Mystic Seaport Museum debuts Lantern Lights: A Mystic Holiday on December 3 first appeared on Finding Connecticut .

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Olivia Rodrigo Opens “Unraveled Tour” in Hartford, CT

On Sept. 25, Olivia Rodrigo opened her Unraveled Tour at PeoplesBank Arena in Hartford, Connecticut, with a performance that combined the emotional storytelling of her latest album. The crowd was another highlight of opening night. PeoplesBank Arena was sold out, with fans filling the venue and contributing to the energy...

Hartford, CT · 1d

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The New England Christmas Festival is this weekend, with toys, decor and more for sale

Toys, ornaments, kids' clothing and more will be sold at this weekend's New England Christmas Festival.

Connecticut · 3d

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Holiday Magic in Litchfield & Bantam: 2026 Guide to Events, Workshops & Markets

When winter settles over the Litchfield Hills, our town comes alive with seasonal traditions, artisan holiday markets, and hands-on workshops. Whether you’re looking to deck your halls with custom evergreen wreaths, shop for unique gifts while supporting local non-profits, or gather for tree lightings and festive parades, here is a guide to holiday events in Litchfield and Bantam this season. We’ll add to the list as the season approaches.

Litchfield, CT · 1d

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This 18th-Century Connecticut Barn Was Transformed Into a 5,000-Square-Foot Entertainment Space

Unless you are dedicated to colonial living, chances are the ancillary structure on your property is not being used as originally intended. That’s certainly true for one Fairfield County family of six, who transformed an old dairy barn into 5,000 square feet of ebullient entertaining space—and then some.

Fairfield County, CT · 4d

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8 Historic Restaurants In Hartford, Connecticut That Locals Swear By

A restaurant that’s been around for decades must be doing something right. Especially when people keep returning even as newer places open all around it. I love hearing about dining spots that have become part of a city’s history. Imagine how many conversations have happened over those tables, or how many families have celebrated special occasions there.

Hartford, CT · 4d

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The Forgotten Theater in Connecticut Has an Eerie Backstory

In the heart of Derby, the state's smallest city, an old Victorian building that once uniquely served as both the community's bustling cultural center and local city jail now ranks among the most eerie abandoned places in Connecticut. The Sterling Opera House, which closed its doors in 1945, has long since been left to deteriorate and crumble, but remains a fascinating structure filled with rich history, local lore, and a possible paranormal presence.

Derby, CT · 7d

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“Goody Garlick” Walking Tour Brings East Hampton’s First Witch Trial to Life

The day before All Hallows’ Eve, Friday, October 30th, the East Hampton Historical Society hosted its”Goody Garlick” walking tour in East Hampton. This was the second sold-out date following the “Goody Garlick” tour held the previous week. “Goody Garlick” refers to Elizabeth Garlick, who was accused of being a “witch” by her neighbor Elizabeth Gardiner Howell in East Hampton in 1658. The tour explores sites associated with witchcraft in East Hampton, with historical reenactors helping to tell the tale.

East Hampton, NY · 1d

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Middlebury Historical Society to Explore Scurvy’s Toll on the Continental Navy

The Middlebury Historical Society will hold its Annual Meeting on Thursday, November 12, at 6:30 p.m. at the Shepardson Community Center Auditorium, 1172 Whittemore Road in Middlebury. Following the brief business meeting, Historical Society Vice President Michael Simms III, M.D., will present “Scurvy: Low C on the High Seas.” The...

Middlebury, CT · 2d

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Morgans Advice for Upcoming Concerts

It is concert season in CT. There are expected to be around 8 concerts in November. The people who are performing are Clara La San at Toad’s Place if you’re into R&B, on Nov 3, Chief Keef if you like rap, and Hudson Westbrook, if you’re more into country, both at Toyota Oakdale Theatre (Nov 4 & 6), Grupo Niche for sala music and for some rock, Kansas at Palace Theater (Nov 6 & 12), Air Supply for those who like soft rock in Stamford (Nov 7), if noise rock is your thing then, Chat Pile and Kottonmouth Kings for hip hop (Nov 8), and Sting for pop rock at Toyota Oakdale Theatre (Nov 9).

Stamford, CT · 2d

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December 9th Holiday Dinner Plans

On Wednesday, December 9th, the Newington Art League, Inc will have its annual Holiday dinner this year at Portofino’s restaurant in Kensington. This social event is for members (and their significant others) to celebrate the Holiday spirit and enjoy a meal together. The address of Portofino’s is 246 New Britain Rd in Kensington. The festivities will begin at 6 pm, ending at 8:30.

Newington, CT · 1d

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90s Con is leaving Connecticut for New Jersey in 2027. Here's what's changing

The era-themed 90s Con convention, which brought the likes of John Stamos, Selma Blair, members of the Backstreet Boys, Susan Sarandon, and Marisa Tomei to Hartford, has announced that it will be moving to New Jersey in 2027. First held at the Connecticut Convention Center in 2022, the convention had...

Edison, NJ · 3d