30+ Fun & Fabulous Things to do in Connecticut November 2009
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The Science of Time Travel is Explored at the Connecticut Science Center, Hartford, CT
Wednesday 11/4/09 from 6pm – 9pm
On Wednesday, November 4 at 6:00 PM, Dr. Mallett will be at the Connecticut Science Center in downtown Hartford, to present his intriguing theory and open the discussion of traveling in time to all. 7 PM presentation, followed by a book signing
$25/$15 for Premier Members.
Reservations: (860) 520-2154.
http://www.ctsciencecenter.org/
Connecticut International Auto Show at the Connecticut Convention Center, Hartford, CT
The Connecticut International Auto Show is the premier showcase of the best of the newest model year import and domestic vehicles -- cars, vans, crossovers, light trucks and sport utilities. With the best car lines under one roof, it's so easy to compare prices, features and options, saving both time and money. Learn about the latest technologies being used for fuel efficiency. Sit in the cars, pop the hoods, inspect the trunks, kick the tires!
Friday 11/06/09 to Sunday 11/08/09
Friday 11am - 9pm
Saturday 11am - 9pm
Sunday 11am - 5pm
Tickets: Adults $10.00, Children 6-12 $5.00, Children under 6 are FREE,
Senior discount Friday ONLY $2.00 off (65+ years)
CT Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT 06103
Phone: (860) 249-6000
http://www.ctconventions.com/
The 30th Annual Fall Home Show
If you're planning to do ANYTHING to your home in the future, this is the home show you can't afford to miss. No matter what you have in mind for home improvements, you'll find the right products and the best companies at The Fall Home Show, one of the largest home shows in the
Northeast.
Friday 11/06/09 to Sunday 11/08/09
Friday, 5pm to 9pm
Saturday, 10am to 9pm
Sunday, 10am to 6pm
Tickets:$8 Adult Admission
$7 Seniors Admission, Children under 12 are FREE
Connecticut Expo Center, 265 Reverend Moody Overpass, Hartford, CT 06120
http://www.ctexpocenter.com/enter.com/
Connecticut Day of Caring & Compassion 2009
15 fire stations around Connecticut will serve as collection centers for donations of non-perishable food to help replenish the state’s two main food pantries on the statewide “Day of Caring & Compassion” Saturday, November 7. “November 7 will be a one-day push to fill – and I mean really fill – the shelves of Foodshare and Connecticut Food Bank ahead of the coming holidays,” Governor Rell said at a news conference at the Torrington Fire Department. “Working with fire departments in every corner of the state, our goal is to collect as much non-perishable food as possible. Foodshare and the Connecticut Food Bank will organize pick-ups from the fire stations later in the day – and from there it will go to food pantries and people in need all across Connecticut.
Saturday 11/7/09 All day event
For a list of participating fire stations please visit:
http://www.thisisct.net/2009/10/connecticut-day-of-caring-compassion.html
Day out with Thomas at the Essex Steam Train, Essex, CT
There are two chances this month to ride the rails for 25 minutes with a full-size Thomas The Tank Engine. Meet controller Sir Topham Hatt and enjoy storytelling, live music, play with lego and more. Don't miss this exciting experience.
Saturday 11/7/09 - Sunday 11/8/09 from 9am to 4pm and
Saturday 11/14/09 - Sunday 11/15/09 from 9am to 4pm
Tickets are $18 for ages 2 and up. Advance purchase is recommended.
Ticket sales are final. Events are rain or shine.
Essex Steam Train, One Railroad Avenue, Essex, CT 06426
http://www.essexsteamtrain.com/dowt2009/dowt_main.html
New Haven Restaurant Week
Featuring prix fixe lunch and dinner menus at 29 of downtown’s award-winning and internationally diverse restaurants. For a list of participating restaurants and menus please visit the website listed below.
Sunday 11/8/09 - Friday 11/13/09
http://www.infonewhaven.com/restaurantweek
10th Annual CT Veterans Day Parade!!
The Connecticut Veterans Day Parade is attended by 25,000 to 40,000 spectators, includes 40 Veterans groups, 25 bands, and over 3,500 marchers from 96 units representing 49 towns. This is the largest Veterans Day Parade in New England, and one of the largest in the country.
Sunday 11/8/2009 at 1pm – 2pm
Main Street, (Downtown) Hartford, CT
http://www.ctveteransdayparade.com/
Star Wars in Concert
Narrated live by Anthony Daniels (the actor who portrayed C-3PO in all six films), the production features the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and choir, accompanied by specially edited footage from the films displayed on a three-story-tall, high-definition LED super-screen – one of the largest ever put on tour. The live music and film elements are synchronized in order to create a full multi-media, one-of-kind Star Wars experience.
Tuesday 11/10/2009 at 7:30 pm
Ticket Prices: $75, $55 & $35
http://www.arenaatharboryard.com/
Veterans Day Observation
Come remember our veterans at a Candlelight Vigil on Wednesday, November 11, 2009. Festivities will begin at 12:00 noon on the Liberty Green (downtown Niantic). In the event of rain, the vigil will move to the American Legion facility on York Ave.
Wednesday 11/11/09 at 12pm
Corner of Main St. and Pennsylvania Ave., Downtown Niantic,
http://www.discovereastlyme.com/
America Recycles Day
America Recycles Day. Enjoy the "Recycle Relay Game," learn fun and fascinating environmental facts about recycling, and make crafts from recycled materials. Sign a pledge to recycle and be automatically entered into the America Recycles Day national contest to win a trip to Alaska or a 24-speed Trex bicycle.
Thursday - 11/12/09 - 12pm - 3pm
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, 1875 Noble Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06610
http://www.beardsleyzoo.com/
Find other events for America Recycles Day: http://www.americarecyclesday.org/
Walmart Presents: MILEY CYRUS 2009 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
Miley Cyrus announced her 2009 North American Tour, presented by Walmart, and promoted by AEG Live. The 45-show tour, featuring special guest Metro Station, launches September 14, 2009 in Portland, OR and will play in several major cities including Los Angeles, New York City,
Dallas, Chicago, New Orleans and more before wrapping in Miami on December 2nd. The North American tour will feature special guest Metro Station Miley will be making her stop at the XL Center on November 12, 2009.
Thursday 11/12/2009 at 7pm
Tickets: $79.50,$59.50,$ 39.50
http://www.xlcenter.com/
Stay overnight at Mystic Aquarium - Sleep with the Fishes
Ever wonder what Mystic Aquarium & Institute for Exploration’s animals do at night? Find out on November 13, during the aquarium’s Family Overnight – now featuring an aquarium mystery to solve. A bucket of fish is missing, with only a puddle of water, footprints, fingerprints and some feathers left behind as evidence. Using water sampling, fingerprint and footprint identification methods and feather samples, kids will determine who is responsible for the disappearance of the fish. Guests will also play games and tour the exhibits. Afterward, pick a place to sleep next to the circling sharks, colorful clownfish or even the elusive octopus. Continental breakfast is provided the next morning. Crafts and activities are geared toward children ages 5 to 12. Children must be at least 5 years old and accompanied by a paid adult. Guests should bring a sleeping bag, pillow and flashlight. Preregistration is required.
Friday 11/13/09 Overnight
Cost: Members: $50 adult, $40 child; Non-members: $60 adult, $50 child
http://www.mysticaquarium.org/visit/calendar/details/31-family-overnight
Sugarloaf Craft Festival at the Connecticut Expo Center, Hartford, CT
Art enthusiasts from all over Hartford travel to Sugarloaf’s Craft Festivals at the Connecticut Expo Center. Our Hartford craft festival is one of the largest craft shows in the state. There’s simply no other event quite like a Sugarloaf show. You’ll find fine art and contemporary crafts from the nation’s most talented artists!
Friday 11/13/09 - Sunday 11/15/09
Connecticut Expo Center, 265 Reverend Moody Overpass, Hartford, CT 06120
http://www.sugarloafcrafts.com/festivals/hartford/fall/index.html
http://www.ctexpocenter.com/
Mashantucket Pequot Honoring Nations
In recognition of Veterans Day, we acknowledge and thank Mashantucket Pequot and other Native veterans for their military service. Buddy Gwin (Hidatsa/Mandan) is master of ceremonies with guest speakers including Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Elder and Pequot War Chief Stan Harris. Kenny Merrick (Mandan/Dakota) of Mystic River Singers provides honoring songs on the hand drum. Free with Museum admission and free to Museum members.
Saturday 11/14/09 from 12 pm–2 pm
http://www.pequotmuseum.org/
TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA at the XL Center, Hartford CT
The Trans-Siberian Orchestra (TSO) is ready to begin their 2009 Winter Tour. On November 14 2009, TSO will perform two shows at the XL Center!
Saturday 11/14/09 at 3pm and 8pm
http://www.xlcenter.com/
24th Annual Fine American Craftsman Show
Wilton Historical Society presents its 24th Annual Fine American Craftsman Show
Featuring America¹s finest juried artisans and artists showcasing their wares and fine arts ‹ traditional and contemporary ‹ American folk art, furniture, pottery, paintings, hooked and painted rugs, hand-made jewelry, wood carvings, lamps, and more. These highly skilled artists look to Wilton as a place to introduce their latest passionate creations. Don't miss the Wilton Historical Society's biggest fundraiser of the year.
Saturday 11/14/09 from 10am - 5pm
Sunday 11/15/09 from 10am - 5pm
Tickets: $10 Non WHS Memebers, $8 Members
Wilton High School Field House, 395 Danbury Road (Route 7), Wilton, CT
For information and discount tickets, visit
http://www.wiltonhistorical.org/craftsmanshow
It's Satire - The Connecticut Forum
Some days the news is so bad we just have to laugh. We need to laugh! And judging by the popularity of late night television news programs and video spoofs that poke fun at everything from global politics to national crises to the latest celebrity faux pas, we are increasingly turning to parody and satire to make sense of it all. Come join us for an unforgettably funny and ridiculously stimulating evening of laughter and relief. Featuring Jason Alexander, aka Seinfeld's George Costanza and The Daily Show's Samantha Bee. Other panelists to be announced.
Saturday 11/14/09 at 8pm
he William H. Mortensen Hall, Saturday The Bushnell Theater, Hartford, CT
Ticket Prices: For ticket prices and information please call The Connecticut Forum at 860-509-0909 or visit:
http://www.ctforum.org/
Hartford Open Studio Weekend
pen Studio Weekend is a creative showcase for local artists held annually and organized by Artists in Real Time. Artists enjoy two days to promote their name, get acquainted with potential buyers and sell their work. Visitors enjoy the opportunity to meet dozens of artists at studios, galleries and creative spaces in and around Hartford to browse and buy locally created art.
Saturday 11/14/09 from 11am - 5pm
Sunday 11/15/09 from 11am - 5pm
For a list of participating studios click here:
http://openstudiohartford.com/participating-artist
FESTIVAL OF LIGHTHOUSES
Now in its eighth year, beautiful, illuminated lighthouses built by talented regional artists and crafters will greet Aquarium visitors around every turn. Ticket holders can enjoy their favorite Aquarium animals—like the seals, otters, sharks and sea turtles—then join in the Holiday celebration by casting their votes to determine this year's Festival winners.
Maritime Aquarium, Norwalk, CT
November 14, 2006 through January 18, 2010
http://www.maritimeaquarium.org/
LEGO® KidsFest at the Connecticut Convention Center, Hartford, CT
LEGO® KidsFest is a wildly energetic 3-day show filled with interactive, creative and educational activities for every family. Attractions include: life-sized and miniature LEGO models: build, race and play booths; live stage demonstrations; and so much more.
Friday 11/20/09 from 4pm – 7pm - Sunday 11/22/09
Tickets: Adults; $12.00, Seniors: $10.00, Kids: $8.00
CT Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT 06103
Phone: (860) 249-6000
http://www.ctconventions.com/
http://www.legokidsfest.com/
2nd Annual Spirits of Sharing (Wine & Beer Tasting and Silent Auction)
Come fill a glass to help fill our Care & Share Food Pantry at the Spirits of Sharing Wine & Beer Tasting and Silent Auction. Hot and cold hors d'oeuvres will be served as well as a variety of fine wines and beers. A keepsake wine glass will also be provide to each person. So come toast in the upcoming holiday season and help benefit the local Care & Share organization.
Tickets: $25.
Smith's Acres, 4 West Main Street, Niantic, CT
For additional information, contact: Smith Acres @ 691-0528
Friday 11/20/09 from 7pm - 9pm
http://www.discovereastlyme.com/
Annual Giant Balloon Inflation Party, Stamford, CT
One of the largest helium balloon parades in the country, featuring everyone’s favorite giant balloon characters, award winning marching bands and fabulous floats. Fun for the whole family. UBS Parade Spectacular presented by Stamford Town Center and The Advocate
Sunday 11/22/09. 12 noon step-off
Parade Route: Summer to Broad to Atlantic
http://www.stamford-downtown.com/
73rd Annual Manchester Road Race
An exciting 4.75 mile race with over 14,000 runners. Second oldest road race in the East, attracting world-class runners along with some who dress in colorful costumes. Bands every half mile, and prizes. TV coverage will be on Fox 61 news.
Thursday 11/26/09 at 10am
Main Street, Manchester, CT
Thursday, November 23rd, race commences at 10:00 am
http://www.manchesterroadrace.com/
Backstage tour of the Maritime Aquarium of Norwalk
Get a rare chance to feed the sharks and rays while you enjoy a “backstage” visit to The Maritime Aquarium during upcoming Behind-the-Scenes Tours. Operating the aquarium is an complicated production that must satisfy 1,000 animals with varying requirements for food, water temperatures and salinities, and more. See how it’s all done when you visit our jellyfish “nursery” and the “fish kitchen,” where meals for our residents are prepared.We’ll go above the Open Ocean exhibit, where you can look down on the sharks in their 110,000-gallon tank ... and even toss in some fish for them to eat! And feel the tickle as you hand-feed the cow-nosed rays! Participants must be 10 years and older. Anyone under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
Saturday 11/28/09 at 8:15am
Tours cost $30 for non-members ($20 for Aquarium members) and include Aquarium admission.
For reservations, call The Maritime Aquarium at 203-852-0700, ext. 2206. Space is limited.
The Maritime Aquarium, 10 North Water Street. Norwalk. CT 06854
http://www.maritimeaquarium.org/guided_tours.html
Niantic’s 6th Annual Holiday Stroll
The East Lyme villages of Niantic and Flanders are hosting the 6th Annual Holiday Stroll! This family-friendly day features horse-drawn carriage rides, carolers along the quaint shop-lined streets, sips of hot cider and cocoa, and the arrival of Santa on a shiny red fire truck to the town green in time for a tree lighting ceremony at 5:00 pm on Liberty Green in the heart of Niantic Village. Our Museum will launch the week-long town-wide "Ornament Hunt"! Keep track of all the merchants in town displaying the special Children’s Museum Purple Ornament. With your list of merchants complete, visit the Museum and collect a special prize.
Saturday 11/28/09 from 3pm - 8pm
http://www.discovereastlyme.com/
Disney Live! Rockin Road Show at the XL Center, Hartford CT
Get ready to dim the lights and raise the curtain – Mickey Mouse is in the house and he’s setting the stage for fun - just for you! But first he’ll need to find some amazing acts to put in his show. Mickey, Minnie, Goofy and Donald all head off on an adventure and find some great friends to help them out. You’ll get to sing along to cool songs, jump out of your seat to dance to the beat and laugh out loud with Buzz and Woody from Toy Story, Cinderella, Tigger, and more of your Disney friends at this show-stopping, zany, on-stage adventure coming right to your hometown!
Sunday 11/29/09 at 12:30pm and 3:30pm
Tickets: $55, $40, $26 and $15 (additional Fees may apply)
http://www.xlcenter.com/
And In Sports.....
Hartford Wolf Pack Hockey Home Games at the XL Center, Hartford CT
Friday 11/13/09 at 7pm Hartford Wolf Pack vs. Manchester Monarchs *First 3,000 fans receive a FREE Wolf Pack T-Shirt or Ticket! Guida’s Family Value Night
Wednesday 11/18/09 at 7pm Hartford Wolf Pack vs. Binghamton Senators
Thursday 11/19/09 at 7pm Hartford Wolf Pack vs. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins
Friday 11/27/09 at 7pm Hartford Wolf Pack vs. Portland Pirates
Saturday 11/28/09 at 7pm Hartford Wolf Pack vs. Providence Bruins
At the XL Center, Hartford, CT
http://www.hartfordwolfpack.com/
Bridgeport Sound Tigers Hockey Home Games at Arena at Harbor Yard, Bridgeport, CT
Wednesday 11/4/09 at 11am Bridgeport Sound Tigers vs. Adirondack Cool Fun 101day
Saturday 11/7/09 at 7pm Bridgeport Sound Tigers vs. Hartford Wolf Pack
Sunday 11/8/09 at 4pm Bridgeport Sound Tigers vs. Lowell Salute to Armed Forces day
Sunday 11/15/09 at 4pm Bridgeport Sound Tigers vs. Portland Bridgeport Hockey Card Set #1 day
Wednesday 11/25/09 at 7pm Bridgeport Sound Tigers vs. Manchester
Friday 11/27/09 at 7pm Bridgeport Sound Tigers vs. Lowell Scout Night
Sunday 11/29/09 at 3pm Bridgeport Sound Tigers vs. Hartford Wolf Pack
At Arena at Harbor Yard, Bridgeport, CT
http://www.soundtigers.com/
Basketball: University of Connecticut Women's Team Home Games
Thursday 11/5/09 at 7:30 pm UConn Women vs. Saint Rose (Exh) at at Gampel Pavilion, Storrs, CT
Monday 11/9/09 at 7pm UConn Women vs. Vanguard (Exh) at the XL Center, Hartford, CT
Saturday 11/14/2009 at 2pm UConn Women vs. Northeastern at Gampel Pavilion, Storrs, CT
Friday 11/27/2009 at 7:30pm UConn Women vs. Hofstra at Gampel Pavilion, Storrs, CT
Saturday 11/28/2009 at 7:30pm UConn Women vs. Richmond at Gampel Pavilion, Storrs, CT
Sunday 11/29/2009 at 7pm UConn Women vs. Clemson at Gampel Pavilion, Storrs, CT
http://www.uconnhuskies.com/
Basketball: University of Connecticut Men's Team Home Games
Wednesday 11/4/09 at 7pm UConn Men vs. AIC (exhib.) at the XL Center, Hartford, CT
Sunday 11/8/09 at 1pm UConn Men vs. Umass Lowell (exhib.) at Gampel Pavilion, Storrs, CT
Friday 11/13/2009 at 7:30pm UConn Men vs. William & Mary at Gampel Pavilion, Storrs, CT
Monday 11/16/2009 at 9pm UConn Men vs. Colgate at Gampel Pavilion, Storrs, CT
Tuesday 11/17/2009 at 7pm UConn Men vs. Yale or Hofstra at Gampel Pavilion, Storrs, CT
http://www.uconnhuskies.com/
Basketball: Connecticut 6 Classic At Arena at Harbor Yard, Bridgeport, CT
State college basketball fans will converge on the city of Bridgeport on November 13 for the first Connecticut 6 Classic, a men’s basketball tripleheader. The Classic will include Central Connecticut State University, Fairfield University, University of Hartford, Quinnipiac University, Sacred Heart University, and Yale University. The tripleheader will include three games with Sacred Heart playing Yale in the first game, followed by a match up between Fairfield and Central Connecticut in game two. The night concludes when Hartford and Quinnipiac take the court for the third contest.
Game 1: Sacred Heart v. Yale at 5:30pm
Game 2: Fairfield v. Central at 7:30pm
Game 3: Hartford v. Quinnipiac at 9:30pm
Ticket Prices: $5.00 – 12 and younger, $12.00 – 13 and older
http://www.arenaatharboryard.com/
Football at Rentschler Field, East Hartford, CT
Friday 11/6/09 at 6pm East Hartford High vs. Conard High
Thursday 11/12/09 at 7pm UFL New York vs. Florida
Saturday 11/28/09 at 12pm UCONN vs. Syracuse
http://www.rentschlerfield.com/
Wrestling: WWE Presents SMACKDOWN & ECW!
"The Deadman" Undertaker takes on CM Punk and "The Animal" Batista in a Triple Threat Match for the World Heavyweight Championship! Also see your favorite WWE Superstars including Chris Jericho, Rey Mysterio, Matt Hardy, Kane, Finlay, Christian, Tommy Dreamer, John Morrison and many more!
Tuesday 11/24/09 at 6:45pm
Ticket Prices: $60.25, $40.25, $30.25, $20.25 and $15.25
http://www.arenaatharboryard.com/
Fight Night: CHAD DAWSON VS GLEN JOHNSON at the XL Center, Hartford CT
World Championship boxing returns to Hartford for the first time in 20 years! The long awaited and eagerly anticipated rematch between undefeated two-time light heavyweight champion and Connecticut’s favorite son, CHAD DAWSON, and former world champion GLEN JOHNSON is on. Promoted by Gary Shaw Productions, in association with DiBella Entertainment and Seminole Warriors Boxing, Dawson-Johnson II will be broadcast live on HBO World Championship Boxing, Saturday, November 7, beginning at 9:30 p.m. ET/ 6:30 p.m. PT, from the XL Center.
http://www.xlcenter.com/
The Science of Time Travel is Explored at the Connecticut Science Center, Hartford, CT
Wednesday 11/4/09 from 6pm – 9pm
On Wednesday, November 4 at 6:00 PM, Dr. Mallett will be at the Connecticut Science Center in downtown Hartford, to present his intriguing theory and open the discussion of traveling in time to all. 7 PM presentation, followed by a book signing
$25/$15 for Premier Members.
Reservations: (860) 520-2154.
http://www.ctsciencecenter.org/
Connecticut International Auto Show at the Connecticut Convention Center, Hartford, CT
The Connecticut International Auto Show is the premier showcase of the best of the newest model year import and domestic vehicles -- cars, vans, crossovers, light trucks and sport utilities. With the best car lines under one roof, it's so easy to compare prices, features and options, saving both time and money. Learn about the latest technologies being used for fuel efficiency. Sit in the cars, pop the hoods, inspect the trunks, kick the tires!
Friday 11/06/09 to Sunday 11/08/09
Friday 11am - 9pm
Saturday 11am - 9pm
Sunday 11am - 5pm
Tickets: Adults $10.00, Children 6-12 $5.00, Children under 6 are FREE,
Senior discount Friday ONLY $2.00 off (65+ years)
CT Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT 06103
Phone: (860) 249-6000
http://www.ctconventions.com/
The 30th Annual Fall Home Show
If you're planning to do ANYTHING to your home in the future, this is the home show you can't afford to miss. No matter what you have in mind for home improvements, you'll find the right products and the best companies at The Fall Home Show, one of the largest home shows in the
Northeast.
Friday 11/06/09 to Sunday 11/08/09
Friday, 5pm to 9pm
Saturday, 10am to 9pm
Sunday, 10am to 6pm
Tickets:$8 Adult Admission
$7 Seniors Admission, Children under 12 are FREE
Connecticut Expo Center, 265 Reverend Moody Overpass, Hartford, CT 06120
http://www.ctexpocenter.com/enter.com/
Connecticut Day of Caring & Compassion 2009
15 fire stations around Connecticut will serve as collection centers for donations of non-perishable food to help replenish the state’s two main food pantries on the statewide “Day of Caring & Compassion” Saturday, November 7. “November 7 will be a one-day push to fill – and I mean really fill – the shelves of Foodshare and Connecticut Food Bank ahead of the coming holidays,” Governor Rell said at a news conference at the Torrington Fire Department. “Working with fire departments in every corner of the state, our goal is to collect as much non-perishable food as possible. Foodshare and the Connecticut Food Bank will organize pick-ups from the fire stations later in the day – and from there it will go to food pantries and people in need all across Connecticut.
Saturday 11/7/09 All day event
For a list of participating fire stations please visit:
http://www.thisisct.net/2009/10/connecticut-day-of-caring-compassion.html
Day out with Thomas at the Essex Steam Train, Essex, CTThere are two chances this month to ride the rails for 25 minutes with a full-size Thomas The Tank Engine. Meet controller Sir Topham Hatt and enjoy storytelling, live music, play with lego and more. Don't miss this exciting experience.
Saturday 11/7/09 - Sunday 11/8/09 from 9am to 4pm and
Saturday 11/14/09 - Sunday 11/15/09 from 9am to 4pm
Tickets are $18 for ages 2 and up. Advance purchase is recommended.
Ticket sales are final. Events are rain or shine.
Essex Steam Train, One Railroad Avenue, Essex, CT 06426
http://www.essexsteamtrain.com/dowt2009/dowt_main.html
New Haven Restaurant Week
Featuring prix fixe lunch and dinner menus at 29 of downtown’s award-winning and internationally diverse restaurants. For a list of participating restaurants and menus please visit the website listed below.
Sunday 11/8/09 - Friday 11/13/09
http://www.infonewhaven.com/restaurantweek
10th Annual CT Veterans Day Parade!!
The Connecticut Veterans Day Parade is attended by 25,000 to 40,000 spectators, includes 40 Veterans groups, 25 bands, and over 3,500 marchers from 96 units representing 49 towns. This is the largest Veterans Day Parade in New England, and one of the largest in the country.
Sunday 11/8/2009 at 1pm – 2pm
Main Street, (Downtown) Hartford, CT
http://www.ctveteransdayparade.com/
Star Wars in Concert
Narrated live by Anthony Daniels (the actor who portrayed C-3PO in all six films), the production features the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and choir, accompanied by specially edited footage from the films displayed on a three-story-tall, high-definition LED super-screen – one of the largest ever put on tour. The live music and film elements are synchronized in order to create a full multi-media, one-of-kind Star Wars experience.
Tuesday 11/10/2009 at 7:30 pm
Ticket Prices: $75, $55 & $35
http://www.arenaatharboryard.com/
Veterans Day Observation
Come remember our veterans at a Candlelight Vigil on Wednesday, November 11, 2009. Festivities will begin at 12:00 noon on the Liberty Green (downtown Niantic). In the event of rain, the vigil will move to the American Legion facility on York Ave.
Wednesday 11/11/09 at 12pm
Corner of Main St. and Pennsylvania Ave., Downtown Niantic,
http://www.discovereastlyme.com/
America Recycles Day
America Recycles Day. Enjoy the "Recycle Relay Game," learn fun and fascinating environmental facts about recycling, and make crafts from recycled materials. Sign a pledge to recycle and be automatically entered into the America Recycles Day national contest to win a trip to Alaska or a 24-speed Trex bicycle.
Thursday - 11/12/09 - 12pm - 3pm
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, 1875 Noble Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06610
http://www.beardsleyzoo.com/
Find other events for America Recycles Day: http://www.americarecyclesday.org/
Walmart Presents: MILEY CYRUS 2009 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR
Miley Cyrus announced her 2009 North American Tour, presented by Walmart, and promoted by AEG Live. The 45-show tour, featuring special guest Metro Station, launches September 14, 2009 in Portland, OR and will play in several major cities including Los Angeles, New York City,
Dallas, Chicago, New Orleans and more before wrapping in Miami on December 2nd. The North American tour will feature special guest Metro Station Miley will be making her stop at the XL Center on November 12, 2009.
Thursday 11/12/2009 at 7pm
Tickets: $79.50,$59.50,$ 39.50
http://www.xlcenter.com/
Stay overnight at Mystic Aquarium - Sleep with the Fishes
Ever wonder what Mystic Aquarium & Institute for Exploration’s animals do at night? Find out on November 13, during the aquarium’s Family Overnight – now featuring an aquarium mystery to solve. A bucket of fish is missing, with only a puddle of water, footprints, fingerprints and some feathers left behind as evidence. Using water sampling, fingerprint and footprint identification methods and feather samples, kids will determine who is responsible for the disappearance of the fish. Guests will also play games and tour the exhibits. Afterward, pick a place to sleep next to the circling sharks, colorful clownfish or even the elusive octopus. Continental breakfast is provided the next morning. Crafts and activities are geared toward children ages 5 to 12. Children must be at least 5 years old and accompanied by a paid adult. Guests should bring a sleeping bag, pillow and flashlight. Preregistration is required.
Friday 11/13/09 Overnight
Cost: Members: $50 adult, $40 child; Non-members: $60 adult, $50 child
http://www.mysticaquarium.org/visit/calendar/details/31-family-overnight
Sugarloaf Craft Festival at the Connecticut Expo Center, Hartford, CT
Art enthusiasts from all over Hartford travel to Sugarloaf’s Craft Festivals at the Connecticut Expo Center. Our Hartford craft festival is one of the largest craft shows in the state. There’s simply no other event quite like a Sugarloaf show. You’ll find fine art and contemporary crafts from the nation’s most talented artists!
Friday 11/13/09 - Sunday 11/15/09
Connecticut Expo Center, 265 Reverend Moody Overpass, Hartford, CT 06120
http://www.sugarloafcrafts.com/festivals/hartford/fall/index.html
http://www.ctexpocenter.com/
Mashantucket Pequot Honoring Nations
In recognition of Veterans Day, we acknowledge and thank Mashantucket Pequot and other Native veterans for their military service. Buddy Gwin (Hidatsa/Mandan) is master of ceremonies with guest speakers including Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Elder and Pequot War Chief Stan Harris. Kenny Merrick (Mandan/Dakota) of Mystic River Singers provides honoring songs on the hand drum. Free with Museum admission and free to Museum members.
Saturday 11/14/09 from 12 pm–2 pm
http://www.pequotmuseum.org/
TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA at the XL Center, Hartford CT
The Trans-Siberian Orchestra (TSO) is ready to begin their 2009 Winter Tour. On November 14 2009, TSO will perform two shows at the XL Center!
Saturday 11/14/09 at 3pm and 8pm
http://www.xlcenter.com/
24th Annual Fine American Craftsman Show
Wilton Historical Society presents its 24th Annual Fine American Craftsman Show
Featuring America¹s finest juried artisans and artists showcasing their wares and fine arts ‹ traditional and contemporary ‹ American folk art, furniture, pottery, paintings, hooked and painted rugs, hand-made jewelry, wood carvings, lamps, and more. These highly skilled artists look to Wilton as a place to introduce their latest passionate creations. Don't miss the Wilton Historical Society's biggest fundraiser of the year.
Saturday 11/14/09 from 10am - 5pm
Sunday 11/15/09 from 10am - 5pm
Tickets: $10 Non WHS Memebers, $8 Members
Wilton High School Field House, 395 Danbury Road (Route 7), Wilton, CT
For information and discount tickets, visit
http://www.wiltonhistorical.org/craftsmanshow
It's Satire - The Connecticut Forum
Some days the news is so bad we just have to laugh. We need to laugh! And judging by the popularity of late night television news programs and video spoofs that poke fun at everything from global politics to national crises to the latest celebrity faux pas, we are increasingly turning to parody and satire to make sense of it all. Come join us for an unforgettably funny and ridiculously stimulating evening of laughter and relief. Featuring Jason Alexander, aka Seinfeld's George Costanza and The Daily Show's Samantha Bee. Other panelists to be announced.
Saturday 11/14/09 at 8pm
he William H. Mortensen Hall, Saturday The Bushnell Theater, Hartford, CT
Ticket Prices: For ticket prices and information please call The Connecticut Forum at 860-509-0909 or visit:
http://www.ctforum.org/
Hartford Open Studio Weekend
pen Studio Weekend is a creative showcase for local artists held annually and organized by Artists in Real Time. Artists enjoy two days to promote their name, get acquainted with potential buyers and sell their work. Visitors enjoy the opportunity to meet dozens of artists at studios, galleries and creative spaces in and around Hartford to browse and buy locally created art.
Saturday 11/14/09 from 11am - 5pm
Sunday 11/15/09 from 11am - 5pm
For a list of participating studios click here:
http://openstudiohartford.com/participating-artist
FESTIVAL OF LIGHTHOUSES
Now in its eighth year, beautiful, illuminated lighthouses built by talented regional artists and crafters will greet Aquarium visitors around every turn. Ticket holders can enjoy their favorite Aquarium animals—like the seals, otters, sharks and sea turtles—then join in the Holiday celebration by casting their votes to determine this year's Festival winners.
Maritime Aquarium, Norwalk, CT
November 14, 2006 through January 18, 2010
http://www.maritimeaquarium.org/
LEGO® KidsFest at the Connecticut Convention Center, Hartford, CT
LEGO® KidsFest is a wildly energetic 3-day show filled with interactive, creative and educational activities for every family. Attractions include: life-sized and miniature LEGO models: build, race and play booths; live stage demonstrations; and so much more.
Friday 11/20/09 from 4pm – 7pm - Sunday 11/22/09
Tickets: Adults; $12.00, Seniors: $10.00, Kids: $8.00
CT Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT 06103
Phone: (860) 249-6000
http://www.ctconventions.com/
http://www.legokidsfest.com/
2nd Annual Spirits of Sharing (Wine & Beer Tasting and Silent Auction)
Come fill a glass to help fill our Care & Share Food Pantry at the Spirits of Sharing Wine & Beer Tasting and Silent Auction. Hot and cold hors d'oeuvres will be served as well as a variety of fine wines and beers. A keepsake wine glass will also be provide to each person. So come toast in the upcoming holiday season and help benefit the local Care & Share organization.
Tickets: $25.
Smith's Acres, 4 West Main Street, Niantic, CT
For additional information, contact: Smith Acres @ 691-0528
Friday 11/20/09 from 7pm - 9pm
http://www.discovereastlyme.com/
Annual Giant Balloon Inflation Party, Stamford, CTOne of the largest helium balloon parades in the country, featuring everyone’s favorite giant balloon characters, award winning marching bands and fabulous floats. Fun for the whole family. UBS Parade Spectacular presented by Stamford Town Center and The Advocate
Sunday 11/22/09. 12 noon step-off
Parade Route: Summer to Broad to Atlantic
http://www.stamford-downtown.com/
73rd Annual Manchester Road Race
An exciting 4.75 mile race with over 14,000 runners. Second oldest road race in the East, attracting world-class runners along with some who dress in colorful costumes. Bands every half mile, and prizes. TV coverage will be on Fox 61 news.
Thursday 11/26/09 at 10am
Main Street, Manchester, CT
Thursday, November 23rd, race commences at 10:00 am
http://www.manchesterroadrace.com/
Backstage tour of the Maritime Aquarium of Norwalk
Get a rare chance to feed the sharks and rays while you enjoy a “backstage” visit to The Maritime Aquarium during upcoming Behind-the-Scenes Tours. Operating the aquarium is an complicated production that must satisfy 1,000 animals with varying requirements for food, water temperatures and salinities, and more. See how it’s all done when you visit our jellyfish “nursery” and the “fish kitchen,” where meals for our residents are prepared.We’ll go above the Open Ocean exhibit, where you can look down on the sharks in their 110,000-gallon tank ... and even toss in some fish for them to eat! And feel the tickle as you hand-feed the cow-nosed rays! Participants must be 10 years and older. Anyone under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
Saturday 11/28/09 at 8:15am
Tours cost $30 for non-members ($20 for Aquarium members) and include Aquarium admission.
For reservations, call The Maritime Aquarium at 203-852-0700, ext. 2206. Space is limited.
The Maritime Aquarium, 10 North Water Street. Norwalk. CT 06854
http://www.maritimeaquarium.org/guided_tours.html
Niantic’s 6th Annual Holiday Stroll
The East Lyme villages of Niantic and Flanders are hosting the 6th Annual Holiday Stroll! This family-friendly day features horse-drawn carriage rides, carolers along the quaint shop-lined streets, sips of hot cider and cocoa, and the arrival of Santa on a shiny red fire truck to the town green in time for a tree lighting ceremony at 5:00 pm on Liberty Green in the heart of Niantic Village. Our Museum will launch the week-long town-wide "Ornament Hunt"! Keep track of all the merchants in town displaying the special Children’s Museum Purple Ornament. With your list of merchants complete, visit the Museum and collect a special prize.
Saturday 11/28/09 from 3pm - 8pm
http://www.discovereastlyme.com/
Disney Live! Rockin Road Show at the XL Center, Hartford CT
Get ready to dim the lights and raise the curtain – Mickey Mouse is in the house and he’s setting the stage for fun - just for you! But first he’ll need to find some amazing acts to put in his show. Mickey, Minnie, Goofy and Donald all head off on an adventure and find some great friends to help them out. You’ll get to sing along to cool songs, jump out of your seat to dance to the beat and laugh out loud with Buzz and Woody from Toy Story, Cinderella, Tigger, and more of your Disney friends at this show-stopping, zany, on-stage adventure coming right to your hometown!
Sunday 11/29/09 at 12:30pm and 3:30pm
Tickets: $55, $40, $26 and $15 (additional Fees may apply)
http://www.xlcenter.com/
And In Sports.....
Hartford Wolf Pack Hockey Home Games at the XL Center, Hartford CT
Friday 11/13/09 at 7pm Hartford Wolf Pack vs. Manchester Monarchs *First 3,000 fans receive a FREE Wolf Pack T-Shirt or Ticket! Guida’s Family Value Night
Wednesday 11/18/09 at 7pm Hartford Wolf Pack vs. Binghamton Senators
Thursday 11/19/09 at 7pm Hartford Wolf Pack vs. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins
Friday 11/27/09 at 7pm Hartford Wolf Pack vs. Portland Pirates
Saturday 11/28/09 at 7pm Hartford Wolf Pack vs. Providence Bruins
At the XL Center, Hartford, CT
http://www.hartfordwolfpack.com/
Bridgeport Sound Tigers Hockey Home Games at Arena at Harbor Yard, Bridgeport, CT
Wednesday 11/4/09 at 11am Bridgeport Sound Tigers vs. Adirondack Cool Fun 101day
Saturday 11/7/09 at 7pm Bridgeport Sound Tigers vs. Hartford Wolf Pack
Sunday 11/8/09 at 4pm Bridgeport Sound Tigers vs. Lowell Salute to Armed Forces day
Sunday 11/15/09 at 4pm Bridgeport Sound Tigers vs. Portland Bridgeport Hockey Card Set #1 day
Wednesday 11/25/09 at 7pm Bridgeport Sound Tigers vs. Manchester
Friday 11/27/09 at 7pm Bridgeport Sound Tigers vs. Lowell Scout Night
Sunday 11/29/09 at 3pm Bridgeport Sound Tigers vs. Hartford Wolf Pack
At Arena at Harbor Yard, Bridgeport, CT
http://www.soundtigers.com/
Basketball: University of Connecticut Women's Team Home Games
Thursday 11/5/09 at 7:30 pm UConn Women vs. Saint Rose (Exh) at at Gampel Pavilion, Storrs, CT
Monday 11/9/09 at 7pm UConn Women vs. Vanguard (Exh) at the XL Center, Hartford, CT
Saturday 11/14/2009 at 2pm UConn Women vs. Northeastern at Gampel Pavilion, Storrs, CT
Friday 11/27/2009 at 7:30pm UConn Women vs. Hofstra at Gampel Pavilion, Storrs, CT
Saturday 11/28/2009 at 7:30pm UConn Women vs. Richmond at Gampel Pavilion, Storrs, CT
Sunday 11/29/2009 at 7pm UConn Women vs. Clemson at Gampel Pavilion, Storrs, CT
http://www.uconnhuskies.com/
Basketball: University of Connecticut Men's Team Home Games
Wednesday 11/4/09 at 7pm UConn Men vs. AIC (exhib.) at the XL Center, Hartford, CT
Sunday 11/8/09 at 1pm UConn Men vs. Umass Lowell (exhib.) at Gampel Pavilion, Storrs, CT
Friday 11/13/2009 at 7:30pm UConn Men vs. William & Mary at Gampel Pavilion, Storrs, CT
Monday 11/16/2009 at 9pm UConn Men vs. Colgate at Gampel Pavilion, Storrs, CT
Tuesday 11/17/2009 at 7pm UConn Men vs. Yale or Hofstra at Gampel Pavilion, Storrs, CT
http://www.uconnhuskies.com/
Basketball: Connecticut 6 Classic At Arena at Harbor Yard, Bridgeport, CT
State college basketball fans will converge on the city of Bridgeport on November 13 for the first Connecticut 6 Classic, a men’s basketball tripleheader. The Classic will include Central Connecticut State University, Fairfield University, University of Hartford, Quinnipiac University, Sacred Heart University, and Yale University. The tripleheader will include three games with Sacred Heart playing Yale in the first game, followed by a match up between Fairfield and Central Connecticut in game two. The night concludes when Hartford and Quinnipiac take the court for the third contest.
Game 1: Sacred Heart v. Yale at 5:30pm
Game 2: Fairfield v. Central at 7:30pm
Game 3: Hartford v. Quinnipiac at 9:30pm
Ticket Prices: $5.00 – 12 and younger, $12.00 – 13 and older
http://www.arenaatharboryard.com/
Football at Rentschler Field, East Hartford, CT
Friday 11/6/09 at 6pm East Hartford High vs. Conard High
Thursday 11/12/09 at 7pm UFL New York vs. Florida
Saturday 11/28/09 at 12pm UCONN vs. Syracuse
http://www.rentschlerfield.com/
Wrestling: WWE Presents SMACKDOWN & ECW!
"The Deadman" Undertaker takes on CM Punk and "The Animal" Batista in a Triple Threat Match for the World Heavyweight Championship! Also see your favorite WWE Superstars including Chris Jericho, Rey Mysterio, Matt Hardy, Kane, Finlay, Christian, Tommy Dreamer, John Morrison and many more!
Tuesday 11/24/09 at 6:45pm
Ticket Prices: $60.25, $40.25, $30.25, $20.25 and $15.25
http://www.arenaatharboryard.com/
Fight Night: CHAD DAWSON VS GLEN JOHNSON at the XL Center, Hartford CT
World Championship boxing returns to Hartford for the first time in 20 years! The long awaited and eagerly anticipated rematch between undefeated two-time light heavyweight champion and Connecticut’s favorite son, CHAD DAWSON, and former world champion GLEN JOHNSON is on. Promoted by Gary Shaw Productions, in association with DiBella Entertainment and Seminole Warriors Boxing, Dawson-Johnson II will be broadcast live on HBO World Championship Boxing, Saturday, November 7, beginning at 9:30 p.m. ET/ 6:30 p.m. PT, from the XL Center.
http://www.xlcenter.com/
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