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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 · 2d

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Hip-Hop Legends Set to Headline Reunion Concert at Toyota Oakdale Theatre on Dec. 4th

Golden-era hip-hop royalty will take the stage at the Toyota Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford, Connecticut on Friday, December 4, 2026, for the highly anticipated Hip-Hop Reunion Concert. Presented by prominent promoter Big Mike The Ruler, the event is a celebration of the genre’s foundational icons. The star-studded lineup is...

Wallingford, CT · 2d
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The Tiny Connecticut Hot Dog Stand That Martha Stewart Can’t Stop Raving About

Some places earn their reputation slowly, through years of consistent excellence and the kind of quiet word-of-mouth that spreads from neighbor to neighbor and town to town, and Rawley’s Drive-In in Fairfield, Connecticut, is exactly that kind of place. It’s also the kind of place that Martha Stewart can’t...

Fairfield, CT · 5d
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New Haven Independent

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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...

New Haven, CT · 2d
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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.

Milford, CT · 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 · 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 · 1d

CT Insider

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Dance brought them together to found a company. Now this CT couple is showing their company’s history on stage

“We wear many hats, and the first thing that we are as dancers," Alejandro Ulloa said of dancing alongside his wife Claire Mazza.

Fairfield, CT · 1d

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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 · 2d

New Haven Independent

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Derby Neck Library Looking To Fill 3 Open Positions

DERBY — Derby Neck Library is seeking applicants to fill three open vacancies: a part-time circulation staff, a part-time Teen Services Assistant, and a part-time Facility Manager. All three positions include paid sick and personal time, and a simple IRA retirement plan with employer-matching contributions up to 3% plus...

Derby, CT · 3d

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‘Trunk or Treat’ brings spooky fun

From mighty superheroes to brave princesses, the Brownell Parking Lot was filled with Halloween costumes, candy and plenty of spooky decorations as the university welcomed families to its annual “Trunk or Treat” celebration on Saturday, Oct. 31. University departments, student organizations and athletic teams transformed their vehicles and...

New Haven, CT · 2d

Connecticut Mirror

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Bridgeport Art Trail rolls into its 18th year

This weekend, the Bridgeport Art Trail will feature more than 200 artists, spanning 30+ sites, multiple studios, stores and galleries.

Bridgeport, CT · 2d

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The Vanderbilt Museum Lights Its Tree in Centerport on Dec. 5, With Frosty and Free Hot Chocolate

The Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum lights its holiday tree on Saturday, December 5, at 5:00 p.m. in the Mansion Courtyard of the Centerport estate, and the evening is free. Doors open at 4:30. There is no charge, but the museum asks everyone to register in advance on its website. The...

Centerport, NY · 16h

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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...

Bristol, CT · 23h

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Kings of Leon announce North American tour with stop in Bridgeport

Kings of Leon announce North American tour with stop in Bridgeport Kings of Leon released their 10th full-length studio album, O My Beloved, and announced ... The post Kings of Leon announce North American tour with stop in Bridgeport first appeared on Finding Connecticut .

Bridgeport, CT · 2d

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Kick Off Holiday Shopping at Guilford Art Center’s Holiday Expo – Opening Night Reception Nov. 13, 5-7 p.m.

Celebrate the start of the holiday shopping season at Guilford Art Center’s Holiday Expo opening reception on Friday, November 13, from 5:00-7:00 pm. The free community event features festive refreshments and offers a first look at a holiday market bringing together more than 175 artists and makers for a celebration of handmade gifts and creative finds.

Guilford, CT · 2d

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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...

Bristol, CT · 2d

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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 · 2d

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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 · 2d

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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 · 3d