News across Capitol Region
Haunted Cemetery Tours Will Return to West Hartford This October
The 2026 version of West Hartford Hauntings will have an "America250" theme, share real history in a scary setting, and benefit the Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society. Courtesy image By Ronni Newton West Hartford's oldest burial ground, Old North Cemetery, will…
WeHa United in Jazz Returning to Blue Back Square
WeHa United in Jazz will take place at Blue Back Square in West Hartford on Sunday, Oct. 4, from 2-5 p.m. Conard Jazz Combo: (from left): Oliver Van Ostrand, drums; Sam Tonkinson, bass; Lucien Laborde, saxophone; and Edward Neems, piano. Courtesy photo Submitted On Sunday, Oct.…
REGISTER: ‘In The Room’ with Sen. Richard Blumenthal
Join us on October 7 for a live conversation between U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal and CT Mirror Executive Editor Elizabeth Hamilton!
Teen Improv Workshop with Shakesperience Saturday, October 3, 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Teens experience the fun of improvisational acting. Professional actors from Shakesperience Productions will go over the basics of improv, then lead the group in some games and short scenes. No acting experience needed! Registration is required.
Children’s Mythology Acting Workshop with Shakesperience Saturday, October 3, 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Kids bring classic Greek and Roman myths to life! You will get to act out stories on stage as famous characters like Hercules or Pandora. It is a fun way to practice their acting skills and build big confidence! Register today!
Sewcial Stitchers Club for Teens and Adults Monday, October 5, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Grab your latest work-in-progress and join us in a fun, social setting. Bring your own supplies, as the library will not be providing projects. All skill levels and projects welcome for adults and teens. Stitching, knitting and more! Please register.
Fresh or Rotten Pumpkin: Blind Date with a Book! – All Ages Thursday, October 1 – Friday, October 30
For all ages! Check out a surprise, wrapped book beginning October 1! Pick a book based on its clues and genre; then check it out, bring it home, unwrap it, and read it! ?Return your completed review card by November 20 for a chance to win a prize.
Monday Night Movie Club - Meet & Greet Monday, September 28, 6:00 p.m.
Celebrate Mansfield Festival happening this weekend
The Mansfield Downtown Partnership will host its 23rd annual Celebrate Mansfield Festival on Saturday from 2 to 8 p.m. at E.O. Smith High School. The headlining performance at the festival will be the Lulada Club, a New York all-women salsa orchestra. It will perform from 6:30 to…
Food Scrap Collection Program
Food Scrap Collection program for Newington residents.
Children’s Mythology Acting Workshop with Shakesperience Saturday, October 3, 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Bring classic Greek and Roman myths to life! Kids will get to act out stories on stage as famous characters like Hercules or Pandora. It is a fun way to practice their acting skills and build big confidence!
Teen Improv Workshop with Shakesperience Saturday, October 3, 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Experience the fun of improvisational acting. Professional actors from Shakesperience will go over the basics of improv, then lead the group in some games and short scenes. No acting experience needed! Registration is required.