Sugarloaf Crafts Festival in Hartford

More than 200 artists will display and sell their unique creations in functional and decorative pottery, sculpture, glass, jewelry, fashion, home décor, furniture, items for the garden, and photography. The Festival also features demonstrations, live music, entertainment for kids and gourmet foods.

Admission: $7 online, $8 at the door. Kids under 12 admitted free. Admission good for all 3 days.

Friday, March 26 – Sunday, March 28, 2010

Connecticut Expo Center
265 Reverend Moody Overpass
Hartford, CT

http://sugarloafcrafts.com/festivals/hartford/spring/

40 + Fun and Fabulous Things to do in Connecticut December 2009

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See the lights...
The Nutcracker
A Christmas Carol
At the Casinos
Sports in December

See the lights...

That House in Milford
They have become "that house" in their neighborhood. Now with close to 45,000 energy-efficient colored lights on their house (they broke the Griswold barrier in 2006) Chris and Ann Donnells celebrate the season by sharing their amazing display with everyone.
Opening Night: Friday, November 28, 5:00 to 10:00
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day: 5:00 to 10:00
New Year's Eve and New Year's Day: 5:00 to 10:00
Regular Schedule
Sunday - Thursday: 5:00 to 9:00
Friday and Saturday: 5:00 to 10:00
Where: 75 Meadows End Road, Milford, Connecticut 06460
http://www.thathouseinmilford.com/


Hartford Festival of Light
The lights are a-glow nightly between November 27 and January 6, from 4:00pm-Midnight;
Activites are held at the Opening Ceremony and on Santa Saturdays; There is no admission fee for the Hartford Festival of Light(R). Ample parking is available in the Constitution Plaza Garages and State House Square Garage and are free with the donation of a toy or $5 to the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves' Toys for Tots program. Bring the kids for Santa Saturdays activities at Constitution Plaza, the Old State House and State House Square. Sit down with Santa and don’t forget to bring your camera!
Opening Ceremony on Friday, Nov. 27, 2009, 5:30p.m.
Constitution Plaza, Downtown Hartford
Bring a new, unwrapped toy to benefit the
U.S. Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys for Tots program
www.letsgoarts.org/hfol



15th Annual Fantasy of Lights
Drive through an enchanting land of sparkling lights and spectacular holiday light displays.
Runs through December 31st. Open every night including holidays!
DATES: November 20 - December 31
Lighthouse Point Park
2 Lighthouse Road, New Haven, CT
HOURS
5-9 p.m. Sundays through Thursdays
5-10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays
ADMISSION
Cars and family vans $10
15-passenger-type vans or small buses $25
Full-size buses $50
http://newhavengoodwill.easterseals.com/site/PageServer?pagename=CTNH_events


Bright Nights at Forest Park
Ok, it's not in Connecticut, but it's not too far away either, and that's why it's included in this list. It's worth a trip.
DATES: Wednesday to Sunday - November 25th through December 6th
Nightly -- December 9th through January 2nd
Sunday to Thursday -- 5PM to 9PM
Friday, Saturday and Holidays* - 5PM to 11PM
ADMISSION: Cars, Mini-Vans, Trucks & Motor Homes (Price per vehicle)
OPENING NIGHT SPECIAL - $6
Monday to Thursday - $15
Friday to Sunday and Holidays - $18
Gift Passes - $13
Forest Park, Springfield, MA
http://www.brightnights.org/


Winterfest
Winterfest has been a tradition in East Windsor for many years and a favorite of CT Trolley Museum visitors of all ages. Some visitors return every year from all over the area to see the museum all decked out with holiday spirit. Ride through the Tunnel of Lights on the electric sleigh, or choose an enclosed heated trolley. Don’t forget to visit Santa in the Visitor Center, where he’ll be holding court among the exciting model railroad displays. Winterfest runs on selected evenings beginning Nov. 27th.
SCHEDULE:
Friday, November 27, 5pm - 9 pm
Saturday, November 28, 5pm - 9 pm
Sunday, November 29, 5pm - 9 pm
Thursday, December 3, 6pm - 9pm
Friday, December 4, 5pm - 9 pm
Saturday, December 5, 5pm - 9 pm
Sunday, December 6, 5pm - 9 pm
Thursday, December 10, 6pm - 9pm
Friday, December 11, 5pm - 9 pm
Saturday, December 12, 5pm - 9 pm
Sunday, December 13, 5pm - 9 pm
Thursday, December 17, 6pm - 9pm
Friday, December 18, 5pm - 9 pm
Saturday, December 19, 5pm - 9 pm
Sunday, December 20, 5pm - 9 pm
Saturday, December 26, 5pm - 9 pm
Sunday, December 27, 5pm - 9 pm
Monday, December 28, 5pm - 9 pm
Tuesday, December 29, 5pm - 9 pm
TICKETS: Adult $10.00, Member $5.00
Senior Citizen (62 years and over) $8.00, Member $4.00
Youth (2 to 12 years) $6.00, Member $3.00
Under 2 – $3.00, Member $1.50
CT Trolley Museum
58 North Road, East Windsor CT 06088
www.ct-trolley.org/new


Lantern Light Tours at Mystic Seaport
Walking Tour: It's Christmas Eve 1876. The Gardner family has struggled each Christmas since the War Between the States, when their beloved Captain Gardner was lost. No proof exists of his death, and for eleven years the family has wondered what happened to their father and husband. Join us on a journey through Greenmanville, a town hurt by war and healed by the hope and love of family.
Saturday, November 28, 5pm - 9 pm
Friday, December 4, 5pm - 9 pm
Saturday, December 5, 5pm - 9 pm
Friday, December 11, 5pm - 9 pm
Saturday, December 12, 5pm - 9 pm
Friday, December 18, 5pm - 9 pm
Saturday, December 19, 5pm - 9 pm
Sunday, December 20, 5pm - 9 pm
Saturday, December 26, 5pm - 9 pm
Sunday, December 27, 5pm - 9 pm
TICKETS: Adult: $24 member / $26 non-member
Youth: $17 member / $19 non-member
http://www.mysticseaport.org/


The Season's Splendor: A Victorian Village Holiday Ride
Bundle up your family, gather up your friends and come to Mystic Seaport for a ride on a horse-drawn carriage. Enjoy the famed Mystic Seaport holiday decorations as you ride along the scenic Mystic River and through the Museum's historic village streets.
Rides start at 11AM from the Visitor Reception Center
Sunday, November 29, 11am
Saturday, December 5, 11am
Sunday, December 6, 11am
Saturday, December 12, 11am
Sunday, December 13, 11am
Saturday, December 19, 11am
Saturday, December 26, 11am
Sunday, December 27, 11am
TICKETS: Adult: $8 member / $29 non-member
Youth: $8 member / $20 non-member
http://www.mysticseaport.org/


House Tour and Holiday Lights Tour, New Canaan
The New Canaan Newcomers Club presents this holiday house tour, featuring five spectacular homes festively decorated by professional designers. Come enjoy the sights and sounds of the season, while also helping to support local charities. When the sun goes down, take in the glittering lights on our trolley-guided Holiday Lights Tour.
Fri, December 4, 10am – 9pm
House Tour: 10 am to 4 pm
Holiday Lights Tour: 6 pm to 9 pm
Information: holiday_house_tour@yahoo.com
Tickets: http://www.ncholidayhousetour.com/  


Castleberry Christmas Craft Expo
Craft show featuring over 250 different crafts exhibitors each weekend have become a tradition.
CT Expo Center, 265 Rev. Moody Overpass
Show Hours:
Friday, December 4th 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday, December 5th, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday, December 6th, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Admission $7.00 (Save $2 with coupon - click here www.castleberryfairs.com/coupons/coupon_200918.htm )
Free Parking
http://www.castleberryfairs.com/


Holidays on Heckscher Farm @ SM&NC
Take a holiday from the holidays and take a wintry stroll on Heckscher Farm at the Stamford Museum & Nature Center on Fridays, Dec. 4, 11, and 18. The Stamford Museum & Nature Center will be free for visitors on Fridays in December, and will have extended hours on our Heckscher Farm until 7 p.m. Take a stroll along our luminary path, enjoy some free hot cocoa and reconnect with your family and friends. At 7 p.m., stop in the Observatory to see "The Star of Bethlehem" and stay for the 8 p.m. open Observatory hours. The Exchange Club will be selling Christmas trees in our north parking lot. Holidays on Heckscher is free and open to the public as our gift to the community.
Friday, December 4, 12pm – 1pm
Friday, December 11, 12pm – 1pm
Friday, December 18, 12pm – 1pm
Stamford Museum & Nature Center, 39 Scofieldtown Road, Stamford CT 06903
Phone: 203-322-1646
http://www.stamfordmuseum.org/


Breakfast with Santa at The Bushnell
Santa is traveling direct from the North Pole to The Bushnell! This magical morning includes a delicious breakfast, crafts and more. Christmas lists accepted!
There will be two sessions: 8:30 am-10:15 am & 10:45 am-12:15 pm
Ticket Prices: Children, $16.50; Adults, $21.50
Saturday, December 5, at 8:30am & 10:45am
Autorino Great Hall, The Bushnell, Hartford, CT
Box Office: 860-987-6000
http://www.bushnell.org/


Joy in the Making: A Creative Approach to the Holidays
Sundays November 29 through January 10 1-5pm FREE with Museum Admission Sunday visitors enjoy hands-on holiday craft workshops and creative projects that relate to the spirit of the season. For all ages!
Sunday, December 6, 1pm – 5pm
Sunday, December 13, 1pm – 5pm
Sunday, December 20, 1pm – 5pm
Sunday, December 27, 1pm – 5pm
Florence Griswold Museum, 96 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT
Phone: 860-434-5542
http://www.florencegriswoldmuseum.org/


29th Annual Mark Twain Holiday House Tour
The Friends of The Mark Twain House & Museum will be decking the halls of five elegant homes in Hartford and West Hartford for the occasion. Join us as these private homes, plus Mark Twain’s magical mansion, open their doors to you, festooned with arrangements by local florists. Enjoy the live music in each locale.
Sunday, December 6, 2009, from 11 am to 4 pm
Tickets are $30 each in advance. ($35 if purchased on the day of the tour.)
http://www.marktwainhouse.org/


Heights & Lights
Rappelling Santa and Tree Lighting and fireworks display. Also stars the Broadway Kids and K.T. Murphy Chamber Singers. Free hot chocolate.
Sunday, December 6th, 4:30pm
Landmark Square, Stamford, CT
http://www.stamford-downtown.com/


Hockanum Valley Ringers Bell Choir
This handbell choir concerts typically feature a variety of classic Christian hymns and songs arranged for handbells and chimes.
Trinity Lutheran Church, 20 Meadowlark Road, Vernon, CT
Saturday, December 5, 4:00 pm
Glastonbury Community Center, 300 Welles St Glastonbury, CT

Saturday, December 12, 1:00 pm
Buckland Hills Mall, 194 Buckland Hills Dr, Manchester, CT 06042
Sunday, December 6, 2-4 pm
Brass Mill Center, Waterbury, CT 06076
Saturday, December 19, 1-3 pm
http://www.hvringers.org/


3rd Annual Unsilent Night
Enjoy refreshments as you pick up your music. Processional steps off promptly at 6:15 pm, winding its way through the streets of New Haven and across the Green (which will be decorated with the Holiday Tree and Luminaria), returning to the Yale Bookstore for a meet and greet with composer Phil Kline at 7pm. Bring a boombox, or anything that will blast a cassette, CD, or MP3...
Thursday, December 10, 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Yale Bookstore, 77 Broadway, New Haven, CT
www.artidea.org/event.php?id=246


Brian Boitano Skating Spectacular Starring Chicago
Olympic gold-medalist Brian Boitano and LIVE musical guest Chicago star in Musselman’s Applesauce presents BRIAN BOITANO SKATING SPECTACULAR, a new theatrical figure skating event. Special guest stars will include* three time National Champion and two time World Bronze Medalist Michael Weiss, World Champion Yuka Sato, as well as World Champion Kimmie Meissner, U.S National Champion Alissa Czisny, Eight-time British Champion Steven Cousins, Two-time World Professional Champions Elena Leonova & Andrei Khvalko, and World Silver Medalists Marie-France Dubreuil & Patrice Lauzon.
Saturday, December 12, 5pm – 6pm
Tickets: $115.25, $95.25, $59.25 and $39.25
Arena at Harbor Yard, 600 Main Street, Bridgeport, CT 06604
http://www.arenaatharboryard.com/


Visit with Santa at the Lyman Homestead!
Sunday, Dec. 13 & 20th; 10am-2pm
Lyman Orchards is located at the Junction of Routes 147 & 157 in Middlefield, CT 06455.
Phone: 860-349-1793
http://www.lymanorchards.com/


54th Annual Community Carol Sing
Want to enjoy our annual Community Carol Sing and Mystic Seaport for free? Bring a canned good for a local charity. Last year, nearly 3,000 visitors donated almost 5,000 pounds of food. All food items are distributed by the Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center.
Sunday, December 20, 2009, 3 pm
http://www.mysticseaport.org/



NUTCRACKER
Nutmeg Ballet Presents The Nutcracker Enjoy yourself this yuletide season as you travel with young Clara to the enchanted Land of Sweets. Nutmeg Conservatory for the Arts/Nutmeg Ballet bring Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker back to The Bushnell and the Warner Theater, delighting audiences young and old. This holiday favorite brings to life toy soldiers and dueling mice, princesses and sugarplums - a delicious treat for the child in all of us.
Saturday, December 5, 2pm
Sunday, December 6, 2pm
Saturday, December 12, 7pm
Sunday, December 13, 2pm
Warner Theatre, 68 Main Street, Torrington, CT
Box Office: 860-489-7180
Tickets start at $17
http://www.warnertheatre.org/

Saturday, December 19, 11:30am & 3:30pm
Sunday, December 20, 11:30am & 3:30pm
The Bushnell, Hartford, CT
Tickets start at $27.50
Box Office: 860-987-5900
http://www.bushnell.org/


Albano's Nutcracker
The Albano Ballet Company production of The Nutcracker is a holiday favorite at Mohegan Sun, thrilling audiences old, young and in-between. Accompanied by a live orchestra under the baton of Maestro Daniel Lee, Albano's traditional version touts an international cast with dancers from Italy, Japan, China, Korea, France, Canada, Holland and Croatia.
Saturday, December 12th - 7:00pm
Sunday, December 13th - 2:00pm
Tickets: $33.00 & $23.00 $5.00 discount for children under 12 and senior citizens
Mohegan Sun Arena
http://www/mohegansun.com/entertainment/?page=3&


The Nutcracker Presented by the New Haven Ballet
The time-honored holiday magic of The Nutcracker is brought to life at the Shubert in this classical ballet performed by students of the New Haven Ballet with music by Orchestra New England.
TICKETS: $53.00, $43.00, $28.00, $18.00
Friday, December 18, 7:30pm
Saturday, December 19, 2:00pm
Saturday, December 19, 7:30pm
Sunday, December 20, 2:00pm
Shubert Theater, 247 College Street, New Haven
Box Office: (203) 624-1825
www.capa.com/newhaven/events/event.php?e=38


A CHRISTMAS CAROL

A Christmas Carol The timeless Dickens tale of the bah-humbug Ebenezer Scrooge haunted on Christmas Eve by ghosts of the past, present and future.

A Christmas Carol at The Hartford Stage
12th anniversary of A Christmas Carol, Connecticut's favorite holiday tradition! Ghosts soar over the audience and snow falls on Victorian London in a classic Christmas tale sure to delight every member of your family. The Hartford Courant declares it “The most sought-after holiday experience going.”
TICKETS: $43 - $71
Thursday, December 3, at 7:30 pm
Friday, December 04, at 7:30 pm
Saturday, December 05, at 2:00 pm
Saturday, December 05, at 7:30 pm
Sunday, December 06, at 2:00 pm
Tuesday, December 08, at 7:30 pm
Wednesday, December 09, at 7:30 pm
Friday, December 11, at 7:30 pm
Saturday, December December 092:00 pm
Saturday, December December 097:30 pm
Sunday, December 13, at 2:00 pm
Tuesday, December 15, at 7:30 pm
Wednesday, December 16, at 7:30 pm
Friday, December 18, at 7:30 pm
Saturday, December 19, at 2:00 pm
Saturday, December 19, at 7:30 pm
Sunday, December 20, at 2:00 pm
Sunday, December 20, at 7:30 pm
Tuesday, December 22, at 7:30 pm
Wednesday, December 23, at 7:30 pm
Thursday, December 24, at 2:00 pm
Saturday, December 26, at 2:00 pm
Saturday, December 26, at 7:30 pm
Sunday, December 27, at 2:00 pm
Sunday, December 27, at 7:30 pm
Mon December 28, at 2:00 pm
Tuesday, December 29, at 2:00 pm
Tuesday, December 29, at 7:30 pm
Wednesday, December 30, at 2:00 pm
Wednesday, December 30, at 7:30 pm
Hartford Stage, 50 Church St., Hartford, CT
Box office: 860-527-5151
http://www.hartfordstage.org/


Ebeneeza - A Hartford Holiday Carol
Set in modern day Hartford, Ebeneeza is a multi-cultural retelling of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol. Three weekends, three Hartford neighborhoods. All Hartford shows are FREE!
Kinsella Magnet School for the Performing Arts
Friday & Saturday December 4 & 5 7:30pm
The Mark Twain Museum Center
Friday & Saturday December 11 & 12 7:30pm,
Sunday December 13 2:00pm
West Indian Social Club
Friday & Saturday December 18 & 19 7:30pm

West Hartford - one weekend only
Saturday December 26 @7:30pm,
Sunday December 27 2:00pm
Playhouse on Park
Tickets $20/$15 students, seniors and let’s go arts members
Box Office: 860 523-5900
http://www.playhouseonpark.org/
http://www.hartbeatensemble.org/



The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
This beloved classic by Barbara Robinson is about six wild and unruly children who teach a whole community about the true meaning of Christmas.
Grace Bradley inherits the job of running her church's Christmas pageant when the woman who usually does it breaks her leg. When the Herdmans (the nastiest kids in the neighborhood) decide they want to be in this year's Christmas pageant, everyone is sure it will be a disaster. But when the curtain finally goes up, a miracle happens--- what ensues are laughter, tears, a small fire and the best Christmas pageant ever.
December 3rd - 13th, 2009
Performances Thursday, Friday & Saturday at 7:30pm/ Saturday & Sunday at 2pm
Tickets: $25 for adults, $20 for students and $15 for children under 12
Ivoryton Playhouse, 103 Main St., Ivoryton section of Essex
Box office: 860-767-7318
http://www.ivorytonplayhouse.org/




All Aboard The North Pole Express at the Essex Steam Train
Board a locomotive-powered sleigh...for a magical nighttime journey to the North Pole. Every coach becomes a stage for a live, musical performance of The Night Before Christmas. Celebrate the spirit of the season with Santa and Mrs. Claus, sing-a-longs, hot chocolate and sugar cookies.
Dates: Tues - Sun from Nov 27 through Dec 27.
Prices: Adults $19.99, Children $6.99
The Valley Railroad Company, One Railroad Avenue, Essex, CT
Phone: 860-887-8515
www.essexsteamtrain.com/northpole.html


Ride the Santa Special at the Essex Steam Train
All aboard the Santa Special for a one-of-a-kind holiday experience! Enjoy the spirit of the season as you relax with family and friends aboard festive rail cars adorned with vintage decorations. Bring your camera for that special moment. Santa promises to visit each child to review his or her Christmas list. Mrs. Claus, Rudolph and Christmas Penquin will be on board to spread holiday cheer. Plus, each child will receive a small holiday gift from Santa's Elves!
Dates: Nov 27 - 29, Dec 5 - 6, Dec 12 - 13, Dec 19 - 20, 1:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Departures
Tickets: Coach Tickets: $17, Parlor Car: $34
The Valley Railroad Company, One Railroad Avenue, Essex, CT
Phone: 860-887-8515
Prices: Adults $19.99, Children $6.99
The Valley Railroad Company, One Railroad Avenue, Essex, CT
Phone: 860-887-8515
www.essexsteamtrain.com/santa.html


Nativities of Latin America
The Knights of Columbus Museum, for the fifth consecutive year, is pleased to offer a Christmas exhibition of Nativity scenes or crèches. A long-held Christian tradition, the Nativity scene is an artistic representation of the birth of Jesus Christ. The practice of creating and displaying these Nativity scenes as a part of the annual Christmas observance has spread throughout the world and taken on many cultural distinctions, which is evident in this exhibition.Will include over 120 creches from nations in Central and South America, the Caribbean and the Southwest U.S. November 19, 2009 to January 31, 2010
Wednesday - Saturday: 10 - 5
Sunday: 11- 5
Knights of Columbus Museum, New Haven, CT


Hartford Symphony Orchestra Holiday POPS! Spectacular
It’s Hartford's favorite holiday tradition. Edward Cumming invites you to celebrate with Holiday POPS! Spectacular. Treat the whole family to sparkling carols, seasonal chestnuts and spirited choruses, all gloriously performed with the Hartford Symphony. Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas!, O Come All Ye Faithful, Sleigh Ride, Little Drummer Boy, O Holy Night, music from Nutcracker, Messiah, and more. Plus sing-alongs and a visit from Santa!
Ticket Prices: $30.00-$62.00
Thursday, December 10, at 7:30pm
Friday, December 11, at 8:00pm
Saturday, December 12, at 3:00pm & 8:00pm
Maxwell and Ruth Belding Theater at The Bushnell, Hartford, CT
Box Office: 860-244-2999
http://www.hartfordsymphony.org/
http://www.bushnell.org/


Christmas with the Rat Pack - Live at The Sands
Beat the winter blues with the holiday version of The Rat Pack Live at The Sands, especially created to heat things up for the coolest kind of holiday cheer. This spectacular show celebrates the incredible talent of three of the world’s most famous entertainers, singing some of the finest music ever recorded. Drift back to a glamorous era with Frank, Sammy & Dean, a live 15-piece big band and the fabulous Burelli Sisters.
Ticket Prices: $15.00-$65.00
Tuesday, December 15, at 7:30pm
Wednesday, December 16, at 7:30pm
Thursday, December 17, at 7:30pm
Friday, December 18, at 8:00pm
Saturday, December 19, at 2:00pm & 8:00pm
Sunday, December 20, at 2:00pm & 7:30pm
The William H. Mortensen Hall at The Bushnell, Hartford, CT
Box Office: 860-987-6000
http://www.bushnell.org/


Holiday Sea of Trees at Mystic Aquarium
‘Tis the season to deck the halls with boughs of holly – and more than 20 Christmas trees! Everything is illuminated during the annual Holiday Sea of Trees, featuring a variety of uniquely themed trees decorated by local organizations. The magic takes place from November 27 to January 4 on the main exhibit floor, where the trees’ lights reflecting off the exhibits’ glass create a bright and festive atmosphere. COST: Free with aquarium admission: Adults $26, seniors $23, children (ages 3 to 17) $19, free for children 2 and under. November 27 to January 4 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (last aquarium admission at 4 p.m.)
Mystic Aquarium & Institute for Exploration, 55 Coogan Blvd., Mystic, CT 06355
http://www.mysticaquarium.org/


At the Casinos in December


Mohegan Sun - Uncasville, CT
Tuesday, December 1, 7:00pm Davisson Brothers Band
Wednesday, December 2, 7:00pm Sugar
Thursday, December 3, 7:00pm Rob Zombie
Friday, December 4, 8:00pm Ronnie Spector Christmas Show
Saturday, December 5, 8:00pm Kenny Rogers Christmas and Hits Tour Live
Saturday, December 5, 8:00pm Jimi Jamison
Monday, December 7, 7:00pm House of Lords with Tango Down
Tuesday, December 8, 7:00pm Gotham
Wednesday, December 9, 8:00pm Jonell Mosser
Thursday, December 10, 8:00pm Anvil
Friday, December 11, 8:00pm Classic Albums Live: Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon
Saturday, December 12, 7:00pm Albano's Nutcracker
Sunday, December 13, 2:00pm Albano's Nutcracker
Saturday, December 12, 8:00pm Lynda Carter
Sunday, December 13, 7:00pm Chris Young
Monday, December 14, 7:00pm Rock 4 XMAS
Tuesday, December 15, 7:00pm Rockin the Paradise Styx Tribute
Wednesday, December 16, 7:00pm Dr. K's Motown Revue
Thursday, December 17, 7:30pm Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra - Keith Lockhart, Conductor
Friday, December 18, 7:00pm Rob Thomas special guests OneRepublic & Carolina Liar
Friday, December 18, 8:00pm Big Bad Voodoo Daddy's Wild & Swingin' Holiday Part
Saturday, December 19, 8:00pm Big Bad Voodoo Daddy's Wild & Swingin' Holiday Party
Sunday, December 20, 7:00pm David Foster & The Mohegan Sun All-Stars
Tuesday, December 22, 7:00pm Souled Out
Wednesday, December 23rd - 7:00pm The Jumpers Orchestra Rockin & Swinging Christmas Spectacular
Thursday, December 24, 7:00pm The Cartells
Friday, December 25, 8:00pm Lennon Live
Saturday, December 26, 8:00pm Esteban
Saturday, December 26, 8:00pm Joby Rogers is the Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience
Sunday, December 27, 7:00pm Ernie and the Automatics
Monday, December 28, 7:00pm Desiree Bassett
Tuesday, December 29, 7:00pm Kobra Kai
Wednesday, December 30, 8:00pm Apache Stone with Michael Lombardi of Rescue Me
Thursday, December 31, 9:00pm J Geils Band
Thursday, December 31, 9:00pm Nite Shift
Thursday, December 31, 11:00pm Nite Shift
http://www.mohegansun.com/

MGM Grand at Foxwoods - Ledyard, CT
Friday, December 4, 8:00pm 7th Annual Brian Setzer Orchestra Christmas Rocks!
Saturday, December 5, 8:00pm Lionel Richie in Concert
Saturday, December 12, 8:00pm An Evening with Bill Engvall
Thursday, December 17th, 8:00pm David Archuleta - "Christmas from the Heart"
Friday, December 18th, 8:00pmLisa Lampanelli
http://www.mgmatfoxwoods.com/


Foxwoods - Ledyard, CT
November 27 - January 3 - Legends in Concert Holiday Show
http://www.foxwoods.com/


Sports in December

Hartford Wolfpack Home Games
Friday, December 11, Wolf Pack vs. Portland Pirates at 7:00pm
Saturday, December 12, Wolf Pack vs. Bridgeport Sound Tigers at 7:00pm
Sunday, December 13, Wolf Pack vs. Albany River Rats at 4:00pm
Friday, December 18, Wolf Pack vs. Toronto Marlies at 7:00pm
Saturday, December 19, Wolf Pack vs. Hamilton Bulldogs at 7:00pm
Wednesday, December30, Wolf Pack vs. Springfield Falcons at 7:00pm
Box Office: 860-525-4500
http://www.hartfordwolfpack.com/



Bridgeport Sound Tigers Home Games
Wednesday, December 2, Sound Tigers vs. Providence at 7:00 PM
Saturday, December 5, Sound Tigers vs. Springfield at 7:00 PM
Tuesday, December 15, Sound Tigers vs. Portland at 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 20, Sound Tigers vs. Springfield at 4:00 PM Teddy Bear Toss
Saturday, December 26, Sound Tigers vs. Hartford at 7:00 PM
Box Office: 203-334-GOAL
http://www.soundtigers.com/



UConn Women's Basketball Home Games
Thursday, December 3, UConn Women vs. Vermont (Gampel Pavilion) 7:30 pm
Thursday, December 10, UConn Women vs. Hartford (XL Center) 7:00 pm
Sunday, December 20, UConn Women vs. Iona (Gampel Pavilion) 6:00 pm
Wednesday, December 23, UConn Women vs. Stanford (XL Center) 5:30 pm
XL CenterBox Office: 860-525-4500
http://www.uconnhuskies.com/


UConn Men's Basketball Home Games
Wednesday, December 2, UConn Men vs. Boston University (XL Center) 7:00 pm
Sunday, December 6, UConn Men vs. Harvard (Gampel Pavilion) 1:00 pm
Sunday, December 20, UConn Men vs. Central Florida (XL Center) 1:00 pm
Tuesday, December 22, UConn Men vs. Maine (XL Center) 7:00 pm
Sunday, December 27, UConn Men vs. Iona (XL Center) 2:00 pm
XL CenterBox Office: 860-525-4500
http://www.uconnhuskies.com/


UCONN vs. South Florida Home Games
Final game of the season for the UConn Husky football team.
Saturday, December 5, 12pm – 3pm
Rentschler Field, East Hartford, CT (map)
Phone: 1-877-AT-UCONN
www.uconnhuskies.com/MainLinks/tickets/tickets.html

30+ Fun & Fabulous Things to do in Connecticut November 2009

Follow ThisIsCT.net on Twitter to see the latest things to do weekends in Connecticut. November events are listed by date, with sports at the bottom. Feedback please email me linzi @thisisct.net or make a note in the comments area. More to come for this list!


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/

Getting Scottish in Connecticut

Being Scottish in Connecticut means I take notice of all the little things like where to buy Irn Bru, Tunnocks Tea Cakes or Haggis (not that I actually would buy a haggis - ewww) like the upcoming Scottish festivals listed below, and the town names, Scotland for example! Did you know that Connecticut has an official State Tartan? I actually just discovered it myself. Pictured above, isn't it lovely?

According to the Connecticut State Library the above pattern was selected by the Connecticut General Assembly in May 1995 as the official tartan of the state: A plaid, with large blue stripes representing Long Island Sound, large green stripes representing forest, medium gray stripes representing granite, red and yellow pin stripes representing autumn leaves and white pin stripes representing snow.

Upcoming Scottish Events in Connecticut
(Updated for 2009)

Pipes In The Valley

"Connecticut's premier Celtic music event of the year"
This Celtic Music Festival celebrates nine years at the Riverfront with bagpipes, Celtic Fiddling, Scottish Drumming, Highland Games, Step Dancing and Kids Activities! Sponsored by The Olde Burnside Brewing Co., this year's event promises a day filled with fun, flavor and world-class entertainment! CHEERS!
Date: Saturday, September 26, 2009

Time: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Admission Free
Riverfront Plaza, 300 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT
http://pipesinthevalley.com/

26th Annual Scottish Festival
Hosted by the St. Andrew's Society of Connecticut the festival includes much toe-tappin' music, Clan Tents, Bonnie Knees Contest, Children's Games, Sheep herding demonstration and Scottish Breed Dog Show, Weavers, Connecticut Society of Genealogists, Scottish Imports and Scottish Food, Dance exhibition of Scottish Country Dancing and a whole heck of a lot more!
Date: Saturday, October 3, 2009

Time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm - Rain or Shine!
Admission: $10.00 - 16 yrs and older
$5.00 - Seniors and children 6-15
Free - under six
Goshen Fairgrounds, Route 63, Goshen, CT
http://www.sasct.org/festival.html

22nd Annual Scotland Highland Games
Its in a town called Scotland, it can't miss! This annual festival features Highland Dance Competition, Dads, Brothers, Boyfriends Pas de Basque & High Cuts, Dance Competition for Charity, Individual Piping and Drumming Competition, Highland Athletic Competition (big things will be thrown), Celtic Music, Harp Demonstration, Highland Cattle, Sheep Dog Demonstration, Clan Village and Scottish Vendors with Food and Wares.
Date: Sunday, October 11, 2009
Time: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm (Rain or Shine)
Admission: Adults $12.00
Seniors (65+) $10.00
Children (6 to 16) $ 5.00
Children (5 and Under w/ paying Adult) *Free*
Edward Waldo Homestead, Waldo Road, Scotland, CT
http://www.scotlandgames.org/

There is a great selection of Scottish, English and Irish goods at the UK Gourmet in Newtown or Mrs Bridges Pantry in Woodstock.

Linzi

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All the Fun at Connecticut Fairs - Summer 2009

It's fair to say the great State of Connecticut is home to almost 50 agricultural fairs from July through October. Fairs featuring tractor-pulls, delicious fried-dough, carnival rides, best-in-show farm animals, petting zoos, baking competitions for the foodies and a lot more! Best of all - they're so local you can add them to your Staycation To Do List.

Here is the 2009 listing of the Major Fairs, District Fairs, Local Fairs and 4-H Fairs in Connecticut. They are organized by type and date. If there is any information missing that I should include please feel free to contact me.




THE MAJOR FAIRS

Lebanon Country Fair
August 7, 8, 9, 2009
Admission: Adults: $8.00 Friday & Saturday; $7.00 Sunday
SENIORS 65 years and older: $7.00 Friday, Saturday; $6.00 Sunday
All 3 days CHILDREN : 11 and Under Free
Parking: Free
Hours: Friday: 6:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - 12:00 Midnight
Sunday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Address: Mack Road (Off Routes 87 & 207) Lebanon, CT 06249
www.lebanoncountryfair.org

Bridgewater Country Fair
The Bridgewater Country Fair is a long standing tradition, preserving the character of the country fairs of yesterday, when farmers and other country folk congregated to compete with their prized livestock, produce, and arts and crafts. It was also, and still is a place where one can compare the latest farm and lawn equipment and haggle on the price of a new vehicle.
August 21, 22, 23, 2009
Admission: Adults: $8.00
Children under 12: Free
Senior Citizen Days: Saturday & Sunday - $5.00
Parking: Free
Hours: Friday 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
Sunday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Address: Route 133, 100 Main Street, South Bridgewater, CT. 06752
www.bridgewaterfair.com

Wolcott Country Fair
Something for everyone at the Wolcott Lions Agricultural Fair from animal pulling contests, agriculture, animals, arts and crafts, Yankee Pro Wrestling, great food and more!
August 21, 22, 23, 2009
Admission: Adults: $7.00
Seniors: $4.00
Children under 12: Free
Parking: $3.00 with free shuttle service
Hours: Friday: 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am - 11:00 pm
Sunday: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Address: Frisbie School - Woodtick Road & Todd Road, Wolcott, CT
www.wolcottfair.com


Brooklyn Fair
August 27, 28, 29, 30, 2009
Admission: Adults: $10.00
Children 12 and under: Free
Senior Day (Sunday August 30): $6.00
Parking: $4.00
Hours: Thursday 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
Saturday: 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
Address: Route 169, 101 Canterbury Rd., Brooklyn, CT, 06234
www.brooklynfair.org

Terryville Lions Country Fair
August 28, 29, 30, 2009
Admission: Adults: Friday: $6.00, Saturday. & Sunday. $8.00
SENIORS : Fri. $4.00, Sat. & Sun. $6.00
CHILDREN : 12 & under Free
Seniors: Friday: $4.00, Saturday & Sunday: $6.00
Children 12 & under: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: Friday: 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Saturday: 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Address: 135 Town Hill Road (off Route 6), Terryville, CT
www.terryvillefair.org


Chester Fair
Tradition. Livestock. Pulse of the land. Home made crafts & cooking. And most of all - people having fun. That's what the Chester Fair is all about.
August 28, 29, 30, 2009
Admission: Adults: $7.00
Children under 12: Free
Seniors: $5.00 on Saturday and Sunday
Parking: Free
Hours: Friday 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am to 11:00 pm
Sunday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Address: Middlesex Turnpike (Route 154) Chester, CT
www.chesterfair.org

Woodstock Fair
"The Woodstock Fair is a Harvest Celebration; it's a Homecoming; it's Fun, Educational, and Entertaining. It's an Institution of it's very own."
September 4, 5, 6, 7, 2009
Admission: ADULTS: $12.00
SENIOR DAY: Friday & Saturday: $8.00
CHILDREN : 10 & under Free
Hours: Friday, Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm (10:00 pm with hand stamp)
Monday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Address: Junctions of Route 171 & 169, South Woodstock, CT 06267
www.woodstockfair.com

Haddam Neck Fair
September 4, 5, 6, 7, 2009
Admission: Adults $7.00
Seniors: $6.00
Kids under 12: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: Fri. 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Sat. 7:30 am to 10:00 pm
Sun. 7:30 am to 10:00 pm
Monday 7:30 am to 6:00 pm
Address: 26 Quarry Hill Road, Haddam Neck, CT 06424
www.haddamneckfair.com


Goshen Fair
Features Draft Horse Show, Lynn Flanders Country Line Dance Lessons, Antique Tractor Pull, wood cutting contest and more!
September 5, 6, 7, 2009
Admission: Adults: $8.00
Seniors: $5.00
Children 12 and under: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: Sat. & Sun. 8:00 am to 8:00 pm
Mon. 8:00 am to 6:00 pm
Address: Route 63 South of Goshen Center, Location A, 116 Old Middle St., Goshen, CT 06756
www.goshenfair.org

Hebron Harvest Fair
September 10, 11, 12, 13, 2009
Admission: Adults (all days) $10.00
SENIORS: $10.00 (Friday 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Free )
CHILDREN: 12 and under Free
Parking: $5.00 per car. Free with shuttle from outer lots. Handicap access, parking & facilities.
Hours: Thurs. 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Fri. 12:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Sat. 9:00 am to 11:00 pm
Sun. 9:00 am to 8:00 pm
Address: Hebron Lions Fairground, 347 Gilead Street (Route 85), Hebron, CT 06248
www.hebronharvestfair.org

North Haven Fair
September 10, 11, 12, 13, 2009
Admission: Free: Parking: Adults: $9.00
CHILDREN : Under 12 Free
SENIOR DAY: Sunday $5.00
Hours: Thurs. 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Fri. 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Sat. 10:00 am to 11:00 pm
Sun. 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
Address: Route 5, 220 Washington Avenue, Exit 12 off I-91, North Haven, CT 06473
www.northhaven-fair.com

Bethlehem Fair
September 11, 12, 13, 2009
Admission: Adults: $7.00
SENIORS: $5.00 (Saturday & Sunday)
CHILDREN: Under 12 Free, PARKING: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: Friday 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm,
Saturday 8:00 am to 10:00 pm
Sunday 8:00 am to 5:30 pm
Address: 388 Main Street North, Bethlehem, CT
www.bethlehemfair.com

Four Town Fair
September 17, 18, 19, 20, 2009
Admission: Adults: $7.00
Children 12 and under: Free
Senior Citizens: $5.00 (Thurs & Friday only)
Parking: Free
Hours: Thursday 4:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Friday 4:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am to 11:00 pm
Sunday 8:00 am to 7:00 pm
Address: 56 Egypt Road (Off Route 83) Somers, CT
www.fourtownfair.com

Guilford Agricultural Fair
September 18, 19, 20, 2009
Admission: $10.00
CHILDREN 6-11 $2.00 and under 6 - Free
SENIOR CITIZENS : $8.00
2-DAY discount PASS : $16.00
Parking: Fair Grounds $3.00/Off Grounds
Free Shuttle Bus/Parking off I-95 Exits 57 & 59
Hours: Friday 1:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am to 11:00 pm
Sunday 9:00 am to 7:00 pm
Address: Stone House Lane, Guilford, CT 06437
Exits 57, 58 or 59 from I-95
www.guilfordfair.org

Orange Country Fair
September 19 - 20, 2009
Admission: Adults: $7.00
CHILDREN : 15 and under Free
SENIOR CITIZENS : $5.00
Parking: Free
Hours: Saturday: 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Address: Orange Center Road, Route 152, Orange, CT
www.orangectfair.com

Durham Fair
September 25, 26, 27 2009
Admission: $12.00 (Single Day), $25.00 (3 Day Pass)
Seniors $10.00
Children under 12: free
Parking: Free with shuttle bus
Hours: Fri. 9:00 am - 11:00 pm
Sat. 9:00 am - 11:00 pm
Sun. 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Address: Routes 17 & 68, Durham, CT (I-91, exit 15, I-95, exit 58)
www.durhamfair.com

Berlin Fair
October 2, 3, 4, 2009
Admission: Adults: $12.00
SENIORS (62+) $8.00
Children (11 & under) FREE
Parking: Free with shuttle from off-site lots
Hours: Friday 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am - 10:00 pm
Sunday 9:00 am - 6:30 pm
Address: 260 Beckley Rd, Berlin, CT 06037
www.ctberlinfair.com

Harwinton Fair
October 3 & 4, 2009
Admission: Adults: $7.00
Children 12 and under: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: Saturday: 8:00 am until 6:00 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm
Address: 150 Locust Road, one mile S.E. of Harwinton Center off Rte. 4
06790
www.harwintonfair.com

Portland Fair
October 9, 10, 11, 2009
Admission: Adults: $7.00
Seniors: $5.00
Children 10 and under: Free
Parking: Free off-site parking
Hours: Friday: 5:00 - 11:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - 11:00 pm
Sunday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Address: Exchange Club Grounds,
Route 17A, Portland, CT 06480
www.portlandfair.com




THE DISTRICT FAIRS

Hamburg Fair
Revolutionary War Encampment, The 6th Connecticut Regiment, Campfire Cooking, Marching Drills, Living History, Camp Life, Blacksmith Demonstrations, Medieval Reenactors, Renaissance Faire Living History, Authentic Dress and more.
August 14, 15, 16, 2009
Admission: Adults: $5.00
Seniors: $3.00
Children under 12: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: Friday: 5:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m.- 11:00 p.m.
Sunday: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Address: Route 156 Hamburg Cove, Lyme, Connecticut
www.hamburgfair.org


Wapping Fair
Roderick Russell--sword swallower, and Bwana Jim and his exotic animals highlight the entertainment lineup at the fair this year. In addition, traditional favorites Magic of Christopher, Ed the Wizard, the Ronald McDonald Show, Wapping Idol, the Little Miss/Mr. Farmer Contest along with a stunning array of food and the wildly popular Saturday night fireworks.
September 10, 11, 12, 13, 2009
Admission: Adults and Children 57" and above: $6.00
Seniors: $3.00
Children under 57" tall: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: Thursday: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Friday: 6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Sunday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Address: Evergreen Walk, Behind LA Fitness, South Windsor, CT 06074
100 Cedar Avenue, South Windsor, CT 06074
www.wappingfair.org


Ledyard Fair
September 11, 12, 13, 2009
Admission: Adults: $8.00
SENIOR / YOUTH 13 yrs - 18 yrs: $5.00
Children under 13: Free
Parking: Free at Jr. & Sr. High Schools
Hours: Friday: 6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Sunday: 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Address: Route 117 at Ledyard Center, Ledyard Connecticut
www.ledyardfair.org


Riverton Fair
October 9, 10, 11, 2009
Admission: Adults: $5.00
CHILDREN : Under 12 Free, PARKING: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: Friday: 4:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. (later weather permitting)
Sunday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Address: Route 20, Riverton, CT
www.rivertonfair.org







THE 4-H FAIRS

Windam County 4-H Fair
July 31, August 1, 2, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: Friday: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Saturday: 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Address: Brooklyn Fairgrounds, Route 169, Brooklyn, CT
www.4-hfair.org/windham/county.html


Tolland County 4-H Fair
August 7, 8, 9, 2009
Hours: Friday: 10:00 am to 10:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am to 10:00 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
Address: 24 Hyde Avenue (Route 30) Vernon, CT 06066
www.4-hfair.org/tolland/county.html


Middlesex/New Haven County 4-H Fair
August 7, 8, 9, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: $5.00 per car
Hours: Friday: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Saturday: 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
Address: Durham Fairgrounds, Route 17, Durham, CT
www.4-hfair.org


Litchfield County 4-H Fair
August 8 & 9, 2009
Admission: Adults: Free
Children: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: Saturday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Address: Route 63 Goshen, CT
www.4-hfair.org/litchfield/county.html


Hartford County 4-H Fair
August 14, 15, 16, 2009
Admission: Adults: $5.00
Seniors: $5.00
Children under 12 and under: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: Friday: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - 10:00 pm
Sunday: 9:00 am- 5:00 pm
Address: Four Town Fairgrounds, Egypt Road, Somers, CT
www.4-hfair.org/hartford/county.html




THE LOCAL FAIRS


Ekonk Community Grange Fair
August 8, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
Address: 723 Ekonk Hill Road, Sterling, CT
www.ctstategrange.com/subgrangepage.asp?grangeid=31


Winchester Grange Fair
August 9, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Address: Winchester Center Green (Route 63), CT
Or 100 Newfield Rd, Winchester Center, CT 06094.
www.ctstategrange.com/subgrangepage.asp?grangeid=93


Southington Grange Community Fair
August 15, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: Saturday. 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Address: Corner of Knowles Ave & Summit St., Plantsville, CT 06479
www.ctstategrange.com/subgrangepage.asp?grangeid=75


Harmony Grange Fair
August 29, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Address: 2 Shelton Road (Corner of Rt 110 and 111), Monroe, CT
www.ctstategrange.com/subgrangepage.asp?grangeid=39


Litchfield Grange Fair
August 29, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Address: 453 Bantam Rd., Litchfield CT 06759
www.ctstategrange.com/subgrangepage.asp?grangeid=50


Simsbury Grange Agricultural Fair
August 29, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: 10:00
Hours: Saturday. 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Address: 236 Farms Village Road, (Route 309), West Simsbury, CT 06092
www.ctstategrange.com/subgrangepage.asp?grangeid=74


Cannon Grange Agricultural Fair & Exposition
August 30, 2009
Admission: ADULTS: $2.00
GRANGERS $1.00
CHILDREN: 12 and unders: Free
Parking: Free - at Cannondale at Railroad Station
Hours: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Address: Cannon Grange Hall, 25 Cannon Road, (Just off Route 7)Wilton CT 06897
www.geocities.com/cannongrange


Granby Grange Agricultural Fair
September 12, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Address: 212 N. Granby Rd. (Route 189), Granby, CT 06035
www.ctstategrange.com/subgrangepage.asp?grangeid=37


Killingly Grange Fair
September 12, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Address: 801 Hartford Pike, Dayville, CT
www.ctstategrange.com/subgrangepage.asp?grangeid=47


Meriden Grange Fair
September 12, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
Address: 540 Broad Street, Meriden, CT 06451
www.ctstategrange.com/subgrangepage.asp?grangeid=56


Riverton Grange Fair
September 12, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Address: Grange Hall, Route 20, Riverton, CT
www.ctstategrange.com/subgrangepage.asp?grangeid=72


Wallingford Grange Fair
September 19, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: 12:00 noon - 10:00 pm
Address: 586 Center St. (Route 150), Wallingford, CT 06492
www.ctstategrange.com/subgrangepage.asp?grangeid=84


Cheshire Grange Community Grange Fair
September 19 & 20, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, both days
Address: 44 Wallingford Road, Cheshire, CT 06410
www.ctstategrange.com/subgrangepage.asp?grangeid=26


Whigville Grange Fair
September 26, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Address: 153 South Main Street, Burlington, CT, 06013
www.ctstategrange.com/subgrangepage.asp?grangeid=92


Beacon Grange Fair
September 27, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Address: 670 Northfield Road, Northfield CT 06778
www.ctstategrange.com/subgrangepage.asp?grangeid=17


And out-of-state. . .

The Big E
Yes, it's out of state, but it's still local! Don't miss Connecticut Day...
September 18 -October 4 2009
Friday, Sept. 18 - Be Kid For A Day & Military Appreciation Day
Wednesday, Sept. 23rd - Connecticut Day
Friday, Oct. 2 - New England Specialty Food Day
Gates open at 8 am
Most exhibits and buildings are open 10 am to 10 pm
Advance Tickets: Adults $10, Children (6-12) - $8
Gate Tickets Weekdays: Adults $12, Children (6-12) - $8
Gate Tickets Weekends: Adults $15, Children (6-12) - $10
Children (5 & under): Free
Parking: Gate 9 Lot: Mon. - Fri., $5,
Sat. or Sun., $10
Eastern States Exposition, 1305 Memorial Avenue, West Springfield, MA
Phone: (413) 737-2443
www.thebige.com

Fourth of July Fireworks in CT

Fourth of July fireworks displays and Independence Day Parades and Events in Connecticut.


Welcome new visitors, we're glad you found our site. Please bookmark us and come back again soon! Or join the mailing list, at the top of the page, to receive updates about events and things to do in Connecticut. If you have any I should list please let me know by emailing me at linzi (at) thisisct.net Thank you! (This page updated on 6/30/2009)

Organized alphabetically first by date and then by town. Fireworks times are after dark unless otherwise stated. Raindates are listed where available.


Tuesday, June 30, 2009

6/30/2009 Westbrook, Fireworks at 9 p.m.
Location: Waters Edge Resort, Boston Post Road
Entertainment & childrens activities from 1 p.m.
Contact: 800-222-5901
Rain date: Wednesday, July 1



Wednesday, July 1st, 2009

7/1/2009 Oxford, Fireworks time 9:45 pm
Location: Quaker Farms School, 30 Great Oak Road
Contact: 203-881-5230

7/1/2009 Vernon, time 9:40 pm
Location: Fox Hill Tower, Henry Park, Town of Vernon
www.vernon-ct.gov/july_in_the_sky.html
Rain Date: 7/2/2009, and 7/3/2009


Thursday, July 2nd, 2009

7/2/2009, Middletown, time dusk
Fireworks festival
Music begins at 5 p.m. at Riverview Plaza
Fireworks: Municipal Building Lawn, DeKoven Drive and Court Street
Rain date: 7/9/2009
www.cityofmiddletown.com

7/2/2009 Moodus, time: 9 pm
Sunrise Resort Grounds, Sunrise Resort - $5 per carload
www.sunriseresort.com



Friday, July 3rd, 2009

7/3/2009 Madison, Fireworks at dusk
Location: Madison Surf Club
Fireworks are visible from all town beaches and Hammonasset State Park.
Contact: Beach & Rec., 203-245-5623
Rain date: 7/10/2009
www.madisonct.org

7/3/2009 Manchester, Fireworks at 9:30 pm (moved to Sunday)
Location: Manchester Community College
Dutch Forgarty Independence Day Celebration starts at 4 pm
Cost: $7 in advance, $8 on the day if tickets are left.


MILFORD FIREWORKS & LIVE CONCERT
Sponsored By The Westfield Mall Milford
7/3/2009, time 4:00 pm
General Admission $ 1.00 Adults (collected at the door)
Kids under 10 FREE
Concert & Fireworks For All AGES
Family Amusements & Activities, Food, Drinks & More
The Westfield Connecticut Post Mall
1201 Boston Post Road, Upper Level Parking Garage, Milford, CT
www.WESTFIELD.com

7/3/2009 Wallingford, Fireworks at dusk
Location: Sheehan High School
Contact: Parks & Rec - 203-294-2120

7/3/2009 West Haven, Fireworks at dusk
Location: Bradley Point in West Haven
Rain date: 7/5/2009



Saturday, July 4th 2009

7/4/2009 Barkhamsted, Parade at 10:00 am
Location: West River Road, Pleasant Valley
Contact: Lions Club, 860-379-1138
Rain date: 7/5/2009

7/4/2009 Bristol, Fireworks at 9:30 pm
Location: Lake Compounce Theme Park
Cost: Park admission
Contact: 860-583-3300
www.lakecompounce.com

7/4/2009 Chester, Road Race
Location: Start at flag pole, Main Street, Chester Center
31st Annual four-mile road race, sponsored by Rotary Club.
Cost: $20 before June 24, $25 after
Contact: 860-526-2122

7/4/2009 Colebrook, Annual celebration at 11:00 am
Location: Colebrook Meeting House
Guest speaker will be Michael F. Hurd.
Contact: Jan Rathbun, 860-379-9756

7/4/2009 Columbia, Parade at 10:00 am
Location: Horace Porter School, Schoolhouse Road
Contact: Tracy Verrastro, recreation director, 860-228-0110 x21

7/4/2009 Essex, Parade at 10:00 am
Location: Ivoryton Village
Contact: Susie Beckman, 860-767-9755
Rain date: 7/5/2009

7/4/2009 Groton, Parade at 10 a.m.
Location: Poquonnock Plains Park to Groton Shopping Plaza
Contact: 860-536-5680
www.town.groton.ct.us

7/4/2009, Litchfield, Parade begins at 2:30 to 4:30 pm
Location: Litchfield History Museum
Pet parade, part of "Turn of the Century Fest"
Contact: 860-567-4501
www.litchfieldhistoricalsociety.org

7/4/2009 Madison, Parade at 11:00 am
Location: Samson Rock Drive to Surf Club
Contact: Beach and Rec., 203-245-5623

7/4/2009 Madison, Concert at 5:00 pm
Location: Town Green
Shoreline Youth Symphony followed by Wallingford Symphony.
Contact: Beach & Rec 203-245-5623

7/4/2009 Middlebury, Fireworks at 9 pm
Location: Quassy Amusement Park
3-D fireworks begin between 9 and 10:15 pm
Cost: Viewing glasses, $1; Parking, $7
Contact: 1-800-367-7275
www.quassy.com

7/4/2009 Mystic, Parade at 1pm
Location: Mystic Seaport
Cost: Mystic Seaport admission
Contact: 860-572-5315
www.mysticseaport.org

7/4/2009 New Britain, Fireworks at 9:00 pm
Location: Stanley Quarter Park
Great American Boom, including Souled Out from 5-9 pm
Contact: 860-329-2127
Rain date: 7/5/2009
www.new-britain.net

7/4/2009 New Haven, Fireworks at 9:00 pm
Location: Long Wharf Park
The IKEA New Haven July 4 fireworks show.
Contact: Barbara Lamb, 203-946-8378
Rain date: 7/5/2009

7/4/2009 New Milford, Fireworks at dusk
Location: Youngs Field Park, Youngs Field Road
Sponsored by Village Center Organization of New Milford.
Rain date: 7/5/2009

7/4/2009 Norwich, Fireworks at 9:30 pm
Location: Norwich Marina at American Wharf
Celebration with food and vendors begins at 3 pm
Contact: American Ambulance, 860-886-1463

7/4/2009 Ridgefield, Fireworks at dusk
Location: Ridgefield High School
Gates open at 6 pm. Bring folding chairs or blankets and a picnic supper. Fireworks will start at dusk.
Rain Date: 7/5/2009

7/4/2009 Stafford, Fireworks at 9:15 pm
Location: Stafford High School football field
Part of Summerfest celebration, which begins at noon.
Contact: 860-684-1777
Rain date: 7/5/2009

7/4/2009 Washington, Fireworks at 9:30 pm
Location: Shepaug Valley High School
Gates open for entrance 3 pm - 8:45 pm; food vendors on site
Cost: $20 per car, car passes from last year still valid
Contact: 860-868-1519
Rain date: 7/5/2009

7/4/2009 Windham, Boom Box Parade at 11:00 am
Location: Starts at Jillson Square, Main Streeet
Formation starts at 9 a.m. Anyone can march or enter a float.
Contact: 860-465-3046

7/4/2009 Woodstock, Fourth of July Jamboree at 11:00 am
Location: East Woodstock Congregational Church, 220 Woodstock Road
Entertainment, food and crafts.
Contact: 860-928-7449


Sunday, July 5th 2009

7/5/2009 Guilford, Concert on the Green at 6:30 pm
Location: Town Green, Guilford
Head downtown with a blanket or lawn chair and relax while you listen to the smooth sounds of jazz quartet Marcel & Magnifique.
Admission: Free
Phone: (203) 453-3890


7/5/2009 Manchester, Fireworks at 9:30 pm
Location: Manchester Community College
Dutch Forgarty Independence Day Celebration starts at 4 pm
Cost: $7 in advance, $8 on the day if tickets are left.

7/5/2009 New London, Concert at 2 pm
Location: Leamy Hall Auditorium, USGC Academy
U.S. Coast Guard Band plays music of John Philip Sousa.
Contact: 860-701-6826

7/5/2009 Norwich, Semiseptcentennial Parade 1:00 pm
Location: Broadway to Franklin Square, Norwich
As part of Norwich’s 350th Anniversary celebration the town will pull out all the stops for a parade that includes floats, bands, antique cars and dignitaries from all over the world! Admission: Free. Phone: (860) 823-3742
www.norwichct350.com



Thursday, July 9th 2009

7/9/2009 Farmington, Fireworks at 9:00 pm
Location: Union School, 173 School St., Unionville
Tunxis Hose Firemans Carnival starts at 6 pm
Contact: 860-675-2534
Rain date: 7/10/2009



Saturday, July 11th 2009

7/11/2009 Coventry, Fireworks at 9:00 pm
Location: Patriots Park, 124 Lake St.
A patriotic ceremony will be held (Color Guard) at 8:30 pm
CoventryFest starts at 2:30 pm
Cost: Suggested $5 donation.
Rain date: 7/12/2009

7/11/2009 Guilford, Fireworks at dusk
Location: Guilford Fair Grounds
Rain date: 7/12/2009

7/11/2009 Hartford, Fireworks at 9:30 pm
Location: Connecticut River
Riverfest Celebration runs from 4-10:30 pm
Contact: Riverfront Recapture at 860-713-3131
Rain date: 7/12/2009
www.riverfront.org

7/11/2009 New London, Fireworks at 9:30 pm
Location: Fishermans Pier, New London
Sailfest: Arrive early for best viewing and to enjoy free entertainment.
Rain date: 7/12/2009


Sunday, July 12th, 2009

7/12/2009 Enfield, Fireworks at 9:45 pm
Location: Town Green, Enfield
Finale of three-day celebration.


Saturday, July 18th, 2009

7/18/2009 East Lyme, Fireworks at 9:00 pm
Location: Main St.
Celebrate East Lyme
Starts at 3 pm and ends with the fireworks at 9 pm


7/18/2009 Newington, Fireworks at 9:30 pm
Location: Mill Pond Park
Newington Extravanganza.


7/18/2009 Portland, Fireworks at 9:15 pm
Location: Portland Fairgrounds, north end of Main Street
Rain date: 7/19/2009

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