The Mark Twain House & Museum is a local landmark we’ve all been to a time or two, but have you been there for an event yet? While the museum is entertaining in itself, the events calendar is extensive and has a little bit of something for everyone. Their 2016 Family Series offers monthly events… Read more »
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Located on the campus of Trinity College, Cinestudio might be one of the most unique movie houses anywhere near Broadleaf Boulevard. While most screening rooms are wedged into big box structures, Cinestudio is located in a former lecture hall at the college’s Clement Chemistry Building. Founded as a cooperative in 1970, Cinestudio is run by… Read more »
Do you have an aspiring rockstar in your family? Or are you looking to learn a new hobby? Since 1995, Summit Studios has been the place to go for budding musicians. The studio offers everything from voice lessons to guitar, bass, banjo, and about everything in between. Enrollment is year-round, so you can register at… Read more »
Who doesn’t love tasting great food for a local cause? The Manchester Chamber of Commerce is proud to present the 4th Annual Manchester’s Annual Chef’s Challenge on September 25, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Cheney Hall on Manchester Road. The event brings together chefs from a handful of local restaurants who battle it… Read more »
Since 1953, the Lutz Children’s Museum in Manchester has provided a safe and nurturing environment for little ones to learn while also having fun. Designed for kids between the ages of 2 and 10, interactive exhibits invite young learners to experience everything from art to science. Current exhibits include a Main Street 1953 exhibit for… Read more »
The 5th Annual Envisionfest is coming back to Hartford on September 17. Produced by iQuilt Hartford Partnership, a group of Hartford-area nonprofits dedicated to the arts and culture throughout the city, the day boasts over 100 events in one for all ages to explore. One of the perks of this celebration is free admission to… Read more »
One of the largest hands-on museums in the state, the Connecticut Science Center in the heart of Downtown Hartford is fun for the whole family. With over 165 exhibits to explore, there is something for every age. There are over 10 permanent exhibits, including KidSpace, Forces in Motion, Sight and Sound, Exploring Space, Invention Dimension,… Read more »
Escape the everyday with a visit to Wickham Park. With more than 250 acres of sprawling gardens and green space, this is the perfect location for a picnic, morning dog walk, or afternoon play date. The gardens in particular are a real sight to see. There are over 25 acres of themed gardens, including a… Read more »
For an eclectic mix of internationally inspired comfort food, stop at Landmark Cafe on Main Street. A cozy breakfast spot in the morning and a bustling dinner-and-drinks hub in the evening, Landmark has something for everyone. Breakfast boasts a wide variety of sweet and savory delights, from stuffed French toast to perfectly seasoned omelets with… Read more »
Although it's a local franchise, Bear’s Smokehouse Barbecue will have you feeling like you’re in the South after just one bite. The owner, Jamie “The Bear” McDonald, is a Kansas City transplant who learned all that he knows from growing up in what many call the barbecue capital of the world. Now open near Broadleaf… Read more »
