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.

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.

Air Supply brings A Matter of Time Tour to Toyota Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford

Air Supply brings A Matter of Time Tour to Toyota Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford Air Supply will perform at Toyota Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford on ... The post Air Supply brings A Matter of Time Tour to Toyota Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford first appeared on Finding Connecticut .

The Power Of The Documentary

“Power to the people.” The seemingly simple phrase with a not-so-simple history rang through two films screened Thursday night at Yale Film Archive, not only as it is spoken or chanted, but in the actions of those being filmed and those who filmed them. A 35mm print of Howard...

Everyone Should Visit The Independent Connecticut Bookstore That Authors Can’t Resist

Somewhere between the Connecticut shoreline and the kind of afternoon you’ll talk about for weeks, you’ll find RJ Julia Booksellers in Madison, and it will rearrange your priorities in the best possible way. This is not a drill. There are bookstores, and then there are bookstores. The first...

Tags Tell History Of Milford’s Orchard Hills

Lots of people who enjoy the hobby of metal detecting like to spend a few hours on weekends going over the beaches and public lands waiting to hear signals that alert them to metals buried underground. Ed Abbazia is one such enthusiast, but a recent discovery of his was not found underground. It was found in a wooden box at an estate sale.

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.

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...

CT LIVE: Thanksgiving For All

Thomaston Board of Selectmen: Board OKs $634K For Next Phase of Opera House Restoration

Present: First Selectman Rich Sileo. Selectmen Michael Burr and Beth Campbell. The Town of Thomaston Board of Selectmen (BOS) approved an approximately $634,000 contract with EverGreene Architectural Arts for the second phase of the restoration project for the Thomaston Opera House. The resolution was unanimously approved at the Oct. 6 meeting after a motion by Selectman Beth Campbell and second by Selectman Michael Burr.

Connecticut Christmas Movie Fans Have Chance at $2,500 Prize This Holiday

Connecticut residents can enter a holiday movie contest offering $2,500 cash and a charity donation.

Guitar Presentation Upcoming At Seymour Public Library

SEYMOUR, CT – Seymour Public Library welcomes Jim Lenn as he presents, “Ovation Guitars- The Story”, on Wednesday, November 18 at 6:30 P.M. at the library. This program is free and registration is not required. Developed by aircraft engineer Charles Kaman in 1966 and manufactured in New...

Made in Connecticut: 3Dux Design gets kids inspired to build with their hands and their minds

Bridgeport-based 3Dux Design creates cardboard-based modeling systems that help children learn through hands-on play at home and in the classroom.

The Meat Grinder Podcast (S9:E10): St. Joseph hangs on, steals Ludlowe's No. 1 ranking (barely)

Join Sean Patrick Bowley and Pete Paguaga as they look back at Week 9 of the season and look ahead to Week 10

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...

The Art of Glo Sessions, Hiding in Plain Sight

Glo Sessions, the Bristol artist who painted whimsical, color-savvy, incisive reflections of her adopted Connecticut town and its inhabitants for over 50 years, will be highlighted in a major retrospective at Bristol’s Carousel Museum November 14 through December 31. Her five children will be at the museum on opening...

The Legendary Clock Museum In Connecticut That Many People Overlook

How many times do you check the time without giving the clock itself a second thought? Probably more than you’d care to admit. But clocks become much more interesting when you start looking at how people made them centuries ago. One Connecticut museum celebrates the history of clocks and...

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...