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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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Starbucks drops their holiday menu today. Here's the full lineup

With Halloween over , Starbucks is getting into the holiday spirit. On Thursday, Nov. 5, the coffee chain dropped its holiday menu , including everything from a new cake pop and apple refresher to returning favorites like the Snowman Cookie and beloved Sugar Cookie Latte. The festive menu drop also marks the debut of this year's holiday cup design, featuring red and green ribbons alongside decorated trees. Starbucks locations in the Norwich area include: 88 Salem Turnpike, Norwich; 2177 Killingly Commons, Dayville; 550 Hartford Pike, Dayville. Here's the full 2026 Starbucks holiday menu lineup, available in stores nationwide on Thursday, Nov. 5. New holiday drinks at Starbucks Starbucks is introducing new Tiramisu Velvet beverages on the 2026 holiday menu, bringing a trio of decadent holiday drinks inspired by the Italian dessert: Tiramisu Velvet Latte: Starbucks signature espresso combined with milk and vanilla syrup, topped with a Velvet Mascarpone Cold Foam and a dusting of rich cocoa. Available hot or iced. Tiramisu Velvet Cold Brew: Starbucks cold brew with vanilla syrup, Velvet Mascarpone Cold Foam and a dusting of rich cocoa For non-coffee drinkers, Starbucks has also added a new Apple Pomegranate Refresher , featuring crisp apple flavor and popping pomegranate

Norwich, 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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Connecticut Lottery player claims $100k from scratch-off ticket sold in Middletown

The Connecticut Lottery player had a 1 in 750,000 chance of winning the top prize.

Middletown, CT · 1d

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Vegan restaurant owners are opening a Middletown sports lounge with wings

“You can’t have football and not have wings. We’ll meet in both worlds,” Allison Vaughan said.

Middletown, CT · 1d

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Mohegan Sun Arena Bets $30M on F&B, Premium Hospitality and 'Just Walk Out' Tech

Nearly 18 million guests. More than 4,250 performances. Twenty-five years of sold-out nights. Now Mohegan Sun Arena is betting $30 million that the next era of live entertainment will be won not just on the stage, but at the concession stand, the beer tap and the VIP door. The 10,000-seat...

Montville, CT · 1d

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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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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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More than 20,000 people in Connecticut haven't received one-time grocery card they're eligible for

Connecticut · 20h

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This Middle-Of-Nowhere Connecticut Country Barn Serves The State’s Most Incredible Steaks

Nobody ever looked at a barn and thought, “That’s where I’m having the best meal of my life,” and yet here we are. The Steak Loft in Mystic, Connecticut is exactly that barn, and it’s been proving people wrong about barns for a long time.

Connecticut · 4d

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These 7 Old-School Connecticut Lunch Spots Will Fill You Up For Around $10

Want to find the best old-school lunch spots in Connecticut without emptying your wallet?. These 7 legendary Connecticut lunch spots serve up big flavors and even bigger memories!. 1. Capitol Lunch (New Britain) There’s a sign on the front of this place that says “Hot Dogs” and “Famous Sauce,” and...

Connecticut · 6d

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This Connecticut Seafood Shack Serves Endless Fish And Chips With Chowder Folks Drive For

Fish and chips sounds like a simple order until someone puts a really generous portion in front of you. Suddenly, your plans for a light lunch seem completely unrealistic. And then you remember there’s chowder, too. One Connecticut seafood spot attracts attention for its fish and chips alongside comforting...

Connecticut · 22h

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This Connecticut Italian Restaurant Is A Favorite For Budget-Conscious Families Looking For Generous Portions At Affordable Prices

Taking the whole family out for dinner can get expensive before anyone even thinks about dessert. And when everyone has a different appetite, finding somewhere that feels worth the money becomes even more important. That’s why generous portions can make such a difference. One Connecticut Italian restaurant appeals to...

Milford, CT · 3d

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This Connecticut Flea Market Is So Packed With Food And Finds You’ll Stay Till Closing

Bonsai trees, exotic fruit, sneakers, and Italian sausage can all share the same dirt lot here. That alone tells you this weekend market plays by its own rules. The story goes back roughly a century, to a downtown farmers market. It moved a few times as the city grew, then landed on its current spot more than 50 years ago.

New Haven, CT · 3d

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Eight Waterbury eateries, including a bowling alley, cited for serious health violations in August

WATERBURY - Health department inspectors visited 37 Waterbury establishments that serve or sell food in August and cited eight, including a diner and a bowling alley, for serious violations. Health officials visited 38 establishments in July and cited four with serious violations. Priority violations are considered the most serious and...

Waterbury, CT · 5d

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8 Surprisingly Affordable Connecticut Markets Where Your Weekly Grocery Bill Actually Shrinks

Ever leave the supermarket wondering how a few bags of groceries managed to cost so much? You check the receipt, look at what you bought, and start questioning your shopping decisions. It’s becoming a familiar frustration. Some Connecticut grocery markets offer budget-conscious shoppers opportunities to save money on everyday...

Connecticut · 1d

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Fill An Entire Cart For $30 At This Connecticut Thrift Store That Locals Are Obsessed With

There’s a store in Newington, Connecticut where locals show up with empty carts and leave looking like they just won a very affordable game show. Savers has built a devoted following in this corner of Connecticut, and one visit makes it immediately obvious why people keep coming back week after week.

Newington, CT · 5d

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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 · 18h

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Connecticut pizzeria expanding frozen pizza into grocery stores. Here's where.

Silver Sands Pizza is now offering its mozzarella, margherita and tomato basil varieties as frozen entrees.

Milford, CT · 5d

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Manchester pizzeria sees business increase after Dave Portnoy review

MANCHESTER, Conn. (WFSB) - Randy’s Wooster Street Pizza in Manchester received an 8.1 out of 10 from Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy during his One Bite Pizza Reviews. Portnoy calls Connecticut the best state in the world for pizza. The restaurant recently received the rating, and staff say business...

Manchester, CT · 4d