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The 9 Best Boat Tours in Connecticut!

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RiverQuest, Haddam, CT

This is the ultimate nature and scenic tour of Connecticut. Float along the Connecticut River with RiverQuest, while the knowledgeable staff point out water birds, such as ospreys, cormorants, and…
This is the ultimate nature and scenic tour of Connecticut. Float along the Connecticut River with…

Editors' Picks: 19 of the Best Things to Do in Connecticut!

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Gillette Castle State Park, East Haddam, CT

William Gillette was a stage actor, famous for his portrayal of "Sherlock Holmes." This historic stone castle, built in 1919, features many quirky details, right up Holmes' alley: hidden doors, spy…
William Gillette was a stage actor, famous for his portrayal of "Sherlock Holmes." This historic…

The 16 Best Hiking Trails in Connecticut!

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Devil’s Hopyard State Park, East Haddam, CT

Devil’s Hopyard State Park features numerous hiking trails of a variety of difficulties on uneven land. The main feature is a 60-foot waterfall that has a few spooky legends surrounding it.…
Devil’s Hopyard State Park features numerous hiking trails of a variety of difficulties on…

The 10 Best Garden Centers and Nurseries in Connecticut!

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Ballek’s Garden Center, East Haddam, CT

Ballek’s Garden Center sells herbs, shrubs, and trees to allow you to add texture and varied bloom times to your garden so it is stunning in all three seasons. They also have tender tropical…
Ballek’s Garden Center sells herbs, shrubs, and trees to allow you to add texture and varied…

The 14 Best Camping Spots in Connecticut!

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Little City Campground, Higganum, CT

Little City Campground has 50 sites and their season runs from May 1 until Oct. 1. Bring your own camper or tent and relax on the wooded grounds of Little City Campground or head out to explore the…
Little City Campground has 50 sites and their season runs from May 1 until Oct. 1. Bring your own…

The 9 Best Live Theater Venues in Connecticut!

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Goodspeed Opera House, East Haddam, CT

Goodspeed Opera House is well known as the original home of “Man of La Mancha,” “Shenandoah,” and “Annie.” Opened in 1963, Goodspeed Opera House has certainly…
Goodspeed Opera House is well known as the original home of “Man of La Mancha,”…

The 9 Most Delicious Food Trucks in Connecticut!

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Whey Station, Middletown, CT

Parking in Middletown to serve the local community and Wesleyan students, the Whey Station is a popular spot for a very late night bite to eat. The Whey Station serves specialty grilled cheese…
Parking in Middletown to serve the local community and Wesleyan students, the Whey Station is a…

10 Best Rainy Day Activities in Connecticut!

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The Buttonwood Tree, Middletown, CT

The Buttonwood Tree is Middletown’s facility dedicated to bringing artistic pursuits to all. Take in a show at the performing arts theater or browse its art gallery.

The Buttonwood Tree is Middletown’s facility dedicated to bringing artistic pursuits to all.…

The 7 Best Bars in Connecticut!

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Eli Cannon’s Tap Room, Middletown, CT

One of the more popular bars in the state, Eli Cannon’s has 36 real ales on tap, and focuses on serving only micro-brewed beers and non-mainstream imports. There is a constant rotation of…
One of the more popular bars in the state, Eli Cannon’s has 36 real ales on tap, and focuses…

10 Best Veterinarians in Connecticut!

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Pieper-Olson Veterinary Hospital, Middletown, CT

Pieper Veterinary is a full-service hospital that provides comprehensive emergency and specialty services for cats and dogs in Middletown and beyond. With care available every day of the week, their…
Pieper Veterinary is a full-service hospital that provides comprehensive emergency and specialty…
Best Things In & Around Higganum, CT
The 9 Most Delicious Food Trucks in Connecticut!

Whey Station, Middletown, CT

Featured in The 9 Most Delicious Food Trucks in Connecticut!
Parking in Middletown to serve the local community and Wesleyan students, the Whey Station is a popular spot for a very late night bite to eat. The Whey Station serves specialty grilled cheese… Read More
The 16 Best Hiking Trails in Connecticut!

Devil’s Hopyard State Park, East Haddam, CT

Featured in The 16 Best Hiking Trails in Connecticut!
Devil’s Hopyard State Park features numerous hiking trails of a variety of difficulties on uneven land. The main feature is a 60-foot waterfall that has a few spooky legends surrounding it.… Read More
10 Best Rainy Day Activities in Connecticut!

The Buttonwood Tree, Middletown, CT

Featured in 10 Best Rainy Day Activities in Connecticut!

The Buttonwood Tree is Middletown’s facility dedicated to bringing artistic pursuits to all. Take in a show at the performing arts theater or browse its art gallery.

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The 10 Best Garden Centers and Nurseries in Connecticut!

Ballek’s Garden Center, East Haddam, CT

Featured in The 10 Best Garden Centers and Nurseries in Connecticut!
Ballek’s Garden Center sells herbs, shrubs, and trees to allow you to add texture and varied bloom times to your garden so it is stunning in all three seasons. They also have tender tropical… Read More
10 Best Italian Restaurants in Connecticut!

Grano Arso, Chester, CT

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Grano Arso is more than your garden-variety Italian restaurant. While it has a full menu of fantastic Italian dishes, it also has a special treat: its regional Italian dinners. Enjoy a prix fixe menu… Read More
10 Best State Parks in Connecticut

Chatfield Hollow State Park, Killingworth, CT

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At Chatfield Hollow, you can hike in search of caves; explore rocky ledges and recesses; relax by the water; or picnic amidst the pine trees. Pond and stream fishing are permitted (as Chatfield… Read More
The 10 Best Dog Parks in Connecticut!

Middlefield Dog Park, Middlefield, CT

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The Middlefield Dog Park was created by a local Boy Scout for his Eagle Scout project. Located in the 75-acre King Property on Beseck Mountain, this fenced in dog park welcomes owners and leash-free… Read More
The 7 Best Bars in Connecticut!

Eli Cannon’s Tap Room, Middletown, CT

Featured in The 7 Best Bars in Connecticut!
One of the more popular bars in the state, Eli Cannon’s has 36 real ales on tap, and focuses on serving only micro-brewed beers and non-mainstream imports. There is a constant rotation of… Read More
10 Best Veterinarians in Connecticut!

Pieper-Olson Veterinary Hospital, Middletown, CT

Featured in 10 Best Veterinarians in Connecticut!
Pieper Veterinary is a full-service hospital that provides comprehensive emergency and specialty services for cats and dogs in Middletown and beyond. With care available every day of the week, their… Read More
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Events around Higganum, CT
Sep
27

The Ride at Pumpkintown

10:00 AM
The Ride at Pumpkintown, East Hampton, CT
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Sep
27

The 12

2:00 PM
Goodspeed Musicals, East Haddam, CT
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Sep
27

Circus For Adults

6:30 PM
ARTFARM, Middletown, CT
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Sep
27

The 12

7:30 PM
Goodspeed Musicals, East Haddam, CT
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Sep
28

The Ride at Pumpkintown

10:00 AM
The Ride at Pumpkintown, East Hampton, CT
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Sep
28

Documentary Film Fest

3:00 PM
Henry Carter Hull Library, Clinton, CT
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Sep
28

Opening Reception for Ying Ye: “Slow Burn”

4:30 PM
CT State Community College - Middlesex’s Niche and Pegasus Gallery., Middletown, CT
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Higganum News

Governor Lamont Announces Launch of Wrong-Way Driving Public Awareness Campaign

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
March 11, 2023
WATCH: Video of “One Wrong Move” television advertisement Hartford, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on March 10th, announced that the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is… Read More

Governor Lamont Statement on Senate Vote Confirming Justice Kahn to the U.S. Court of Appeals

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
March 11, 2023
Hartford, CT –Governor Ned Lamont released the following statement regarding the vote on March 9th, by the U.S. Senate confirming Connecticut Supreme Court Associate Justice Maria Araújo… Read More

Governor Lamont Extends Coverage Period for Deliverable Fuel Assistance Under the Connecticut Energy Assistance Program to March 31

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
March 11, 2023
HARTFORD, CT –Governor Ned Lamont on March 10th, announced that he has directed the Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS) to extend the coverage period for households receiving… Read More

Governor Lamont Provides Update on Connecticut’s Coronavirus Response Efforts - March 9, 2023

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
March 10, 2023
Hartford, CT –As the State of Connecticut continues taking actions in response to the global spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), Governor Ned Lamont provided the following updates as of… Read More

Governor Lamont Nominates Robert Shea, Jr. As Claims Commissioner

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
March 9, 2023
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on March 8th, announced that he is nominating Robert F. Shea, Jr. of West Hartford to serve as claims commissioner. Shea is being nominated to fill the… Read More

Lamont Commemorates International Open Data Day 2023

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
March 6, 2023
Hartford, CT – Governor Ned Lamont is marking International Open Data Day, which is celebrated this year on March 5, 2023, by recognizing the transparency and openness of Connecticut’s… Read More

Governor Lamont and Commissioner Russell-Tucker Announce Connecticut Program on Reducing Student Absenteeism Featured as National Best Practice

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
March 6, 2023
WATCH: Video from the Collaborative for Student Success on Connecticut’s LEAP initiative HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont and Connecticut State Department of Education Commissioner… Read More

Governor Lamont Statement on the Passing of Common Cause President Karen Hobert Flynn

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
March 6, 2023
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont released the following statement regarding the passing of Karen Hobert Flynn, president of Common Cause: “Karen made a lasting impact on Connecticut… Read More

Governor Lamont Provides Update on Connecticut’s Coronavirus Response Efforts - March 2, 2023

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
March 3, 2023
Hartford, CT – As the State of Connecticut continues taking actions in response to the global spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), Governor Ned Lamont provided the following updates as of… Read More

Governor Lamont Directs State Office Buildings Closed to the Public Tuesday February 28th, Due to Winter Storm

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
February 28, 2023
Hartford, CT –Governor Ned Lamont on Feb 27th, announced that he is ordering all executive branch state office buildings closed to the public on Tuesday, February 28, 2023, due to the winter… Read More

Governor Lamont Proposes Establishing the English Learners’ Bill of Rights To Safeguard the Provision of Bilingual Education

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
February 27, 2023
Bridgeport, CT– Governor Ned Lamont on Feb 27th, held a news conference in Bridgeport to announce that he has submitted a legislative proposal to the Connecticut General Assembly establishing… Read More

Governor Lamont Nominates Bryan Cafferelli as Consumer Protection Commissioner

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
February 27, 2023
Hartford, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on Feb 27th, announced that he is nominating Bryan Cafferelli to serve as commissioner of the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection. “Bryan has… Read More

Governor Lamont Provides Update on Connecticut’s Coronavirus Response Efforts - February 23, 2023

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
February 25, 2023
Hartford, CT– As the State of Connecticut continues taking actions in response to the global spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), Governor Ned Lamont provided the following updates as of… Read More

Governor Lamont and Lt. Governor Bysiewicz Statements on the One-Year Anniversary of the Invasion of Ukraine

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
February 24, 2023
Hartford, CT– Governor Ned Lamont and Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz released the following statements regarding the one-year anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine: Governor Lamont… Read More

Governor Lamont and U.S. Small Business Administration Announce Expansion of HUBZone-covered Area in Torrington

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
February 24, 2023
Hartford, CT – Governor Ned Lamont and U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) New England Regional Administrator Mike Vlacich on Feb 23rd, held a news conference in Torrington to announce the… Read More
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Goodspeed Musicals

Goodspeed Musicals
6 Main Street, East Haddam, CT
Mission StatementGoodspeed Musicals' mission is to share the joy of musical theatre; to delight, inspire, and challenge audiences; to nurture creat... Read More

Portland Skate Park

Portland Skate Park
High School, Portland, CT
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Platt Nature Center

Platt Nature Center
344 Roast Meat Hill Road, Killingworth, CT
Located on 344 Roast Meat Hill Road in Killingworth, the Platt Nature Center was formerly an old barn belonging to Marion Platt, who donated the bu... Read More

Wilie Pep Skateboard Park

Wilie Pep Skateboard Park
330 DeKoven Drive, Middletown, CT
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Kidcity Children's Museum

Kidcity Children's Museum
119 Washington Street, Middletown, CT
Our Mission The mission of Kidcity Children's Museum is to celebrate a child's natural curiosity by offering a downtown hands-on playspace where ... Read More

Peckham Park

Peckham Park
Strickland Road, Middlefield, CT
The "Crown Jewel" of Middlefield. Peckham Park is located in the center of town, off of Strickland Road. This 26+ acre park has baseball and soccer... Read More

Bushy Hill Nature Center

Bushy Hill Nature Center
253 Bushy Hill Road, Ivoryton, CT
Bushy Hill Nature Center offers people of all ages the chance to learn and grow.  Located on 700+ acres encompassing Deep River and Ivoryton, ... Read More

The Ivoryton Playhouse

The Ivoryton Playhouse
103 Main Street, Ivoryton, CT
Our MissionStatement Of PurposeThe Ivoryton Playhouse Foundation is a non-profit organization formed for the purpose of owning, restoring and opera... Read More

Chamard Vineyards

Chamard Vineyards
115 Cow Hill Road, Clinton, CT
Open: Year-Round French Inspired Winery and Bistro on the Connecticut Shoreline. 40 acre Estate with 16 acres under vine. European vinifera includi... Read More
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