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The 10 Best Dog Parks in Connecticut!

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Southbury Dog Park, Southbury, CT

This huge, 14-acre dog park consists of an open field, walking paths, a river (a portion of the Pomperaug River), and an enclosure for small dogs under 25 pounds. There are also trash bins and…
This huge, 14-acre dog park consists of an open field, walking paths, a river (a portion of the…

The 14 Best Camping Spots in Connecticut!

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Kettletown State Park, Southbury, CT

Kettletown State Park, located along the Housatonic River, is a popular hiking, camping, freshwater fishing, picnic, and swimming location in Southbury. Kettletown boasts 56 camping spaces in open…
Kettletown State Park, located along the Housatonic River, is a popular hiking, camping, freshwater…

10 Best Ski and Snowboard Shops in Connecticut!

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Leisuretime of Southbury, Southbury, CT

If you love spending your leisure time on the mountains putting the snow to good use, you’ll love Leisuretime of Southbury. This premier ski and snowboard shop has an extensive inventory of…
If you love spending your leisure time on the mountains putting the snow to good use, you’ll…

7 Best Dermatologists in Connecticut!

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Dermatology Associates of Western Connecticut PC: Knispel, Jeffrey D, MD, Newtown, CT

For more than 40 years, this Newtown-based practice has been providing top quality dermatological care with convenience in mind. Offering evening and Saturday appointments, they go above and beyond…
For more than 40 years, this Newtown-based practice has been providing top quality dermatological…

10 Best Veterinarians in Connecticut!

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Mt. Pleasant Hospital for Animals, Newtown, CT

Mt. Pleasant Hospital for Animals has been providing quality healthcare to the Newtown area since 1977. Their mission is to inspire hope and contribute to veterinary health and well-being through…
Mt. Pleasant Hospital for Animals has been providing quality healthcare to the Newtown area since…

10 Best Italian Restaurants in Connecticut!

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Sal E Pepe Contemporary Italian Bistro, Newtown, CT

Sal E Pepe Contemporary Italian Bistro is one of those casual and relaxed restaurants where you’ll always feel welcome. You’re sure to love the family-style menu, and don’t forget…
Sal E Pepe Contemporary Italian Bistro is one of those casual and relaxed restaurants where…

10 Best Eyewear Stores in Connecticut!

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Progressive Eye Care, Southbury, CT

Patients of Progressive Eye Care in Southbury enjoy superior convenience with the facility providing a complete optical department that performs prescription filling at the same place it was written.…
Patients of Progressive Eye Care in Southbury enjoy superior convenience with the facility…

The 9 Best Wine Bars in Connecticut!

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Nouveau Monde Wine Bar + Bistro, Sandy Hook, CT

Nouveau Monde has a great wine by the glass menu and shareable plates and entrees. This is the perfect wine bar to visit with a group of friends as the interior is comfortable, cozy, and spacious.…
Nouveau Monde has a great wine by the glass menu and shareable plates and entrees. This is the…

The 10 Best Breakfast Places in Connecticut!

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Laurel Diner, Southbury, CT

This cash-only breakfast and lunch pit-stop is an all-around local favorite for a hot, hearty, and affordable meal. Scrumptious breakfast menu items include the hash and cheese omelet using homemade…
This cash-only breakfast and lunch pit-stop is an all-around local favorite for a hot, hearty, and…

The 10 Best Hotels and Resorts for Couples in Connecticut!

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Heritage Hotel and Spa, Southbury, CT

The Heritage Hotel and Spa offers luxury rooms and suites made for relaxation. The spa at Heritage Hotel features restorative treatments such as manicures, pedicures, massage, facials, and waxing for…
The Heritage Hotel and Spa offers luxury rooms and suites made for relaxation. The spa at Heritage…
Best Things In & Around Lakeside, CT
7 Best Dermatologists in Connecticut!

Dermatology Associates of Western Connecticut PC: Knispel, Jeffrey D, MD, Newtown, CT

Featured in 7 Best Dermatologists in Connecticut!
For more than 40 years, this Newtown-based practice has been providing top quality dermatological care with convenience in mind. Offering evening and Saturday appointments, they go above and beyond… Read More
10 Best Ski and Snowboard Shops in Connecticut!

Leisuretime of Southbury, Southbury, CT

Featured in 10 Best Ski and Snowboard Shops in Connecticut!
If you love spending your leisure time on the mountains putting the snow to good use, you’ll love Leisuretime of Southbury. This premier ski and snowboard shop has an extensive inventory of… Read More
The 14 Best Camping Spots in Connecticut!

Kettletown State Park, Southbury, CT

Featured in The 14 Best Camping Spots in Connecticut!
Kettletown State Park, located along the Housatonic River, is a popular hiking, camping, freshwater fishing, picnic, and swimming location in Southbury. Kettletown boasts 56 camping spaces in open… Read More
10 Best Veterinarians in Connecticut!

Mt. Pleasant Hospital for Animals, Newtown, CT

Featured in 10 Best Veterinarians in Connecticut!
Mt. Pleasant Hospital for Animals has been providing quality healthcare to the Newtown area since 1977. Their mission is to inspire hope and contribute to veterinary health and well-being through… Read More
Connecticut Weekend Guide: Best Things to Do June 2-4, 2023!

Flanders Field And Forest 5K, Woodbury,CT

Featured in Connecticut Weekend Guide: Best Things to Do June 2-4, 2023!
Experience the beauty of nature and the thrill of a race at the Van Vleck Farm and Nature Sanctuary! On June 2, 2023, at 6:00pm, this all-ages 5K run or walk through Flanders Field & Forest will… Read More
10 Best Italian Restaurants in Connecticut!

Sal E Pepe Contemporary Italian Bistro, Newtown, CT

Featured in 10 Best Italian Restaurants in Connecticut!
Sal E Pepe Contemporary Italian Bistro is one of those casual and relaxed restaurants where you’ll always feel welcome. You’re sure to love the family-style menu, and don’t forget… Read More
9 Beautiful Botanical Gardens in Connecticut!

Glebe House Museum and Gertrude Jekyll Garden, Woodbury, CT

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The Gertrude Jekyll Gardens at the Glebe House is the only remaining garden in the U.S. that was planned by the renowned Gertrude Jekyll. This English-style garden features classic English-style… Read More
10 Best Florists in Connecticut!

City Line Florist, Trumbull, CT

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In business since 1918, City Line Florist takes immense pride in helping customers connect with important people in their lives. Offering the freshest flowers, plants, and gifts to their customers in… Read More
10 Best State Parks in Connecticut

Indian Well State Park, Shelton, CT

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Indian Well has a permanent alcohol ban, so plan accordingly. But who needs alcohol, anyway, when this park’s scenic waterfall and brook provide you with all the relaxation you’ll need… Read More
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Events around Lakeside, CT
May
30

Movie: Captain Phillips

1:00 PM
Derby Public Library, Derby, CT
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May
31

Social Ballroom

10:00 PM
Shelton, CT
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Jun
01

Annual Pride Flag Raising and Community Celebration

4:30 PM
Easton Town Hall, Easton, CT
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Jun
02

First Friday

6:00 PM
Hollister House Garden, Washington, CT
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Jun
04

Duck Race and Festival

11:00 AM
Duck Race and Festival, Naugatuck, CT
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Jun
04

Unraveled Knitting and Crocheting Circle

2:00 PM
The Brookfield Library, Brookfield, CT
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Jun
07

Social Ballroom

10:00 PM
Shelton, CT
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Lakeside 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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Quassy Amusement Park and Waterpark

Quassy Amusement Park and Waterpark
2132 Middlebury Road, Middlebury, CT
About: Quassy was founded as an amusement park in 1908, originally called Lake Quassapaug Amusement Park. Located in Middlebury, Connecticut, the ... Read More

Shakespeare's Garden

Shakespeare's Garden
25 Obtuse Road South, Brookfield, CT
About Us:At Shakespeare’s Garden, growing and gardening is our passion.Shakespeare’s Garden is a unique garden center and barn shop specializing in... Read More

Glebe House Museum And The Gertrude Jekyll Garden

Glebe House Museum And The Gertrude Jekyll Garden
49 Hollow Road, Woodbury, CT
The House: The house was built about 1750 and is an architecturally interesting and unusual combination of gambrel and saltbox roof styles. In ... Read More

Seymour Skatepark

Seymour Skatepark
Seymour Town Hall Flaherty Room, Seymour, CT
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Digrazia Vineyards

Digrazia Vineyards
131 Tower Road, Brookfield, CT
Open: April - December Open 7 Days a Week, January - March Open Saturday & Sunday DiGrazia Vineyards was founded in 1978 and is dedicated to pr... Read More

Kellogg Environmental Center and Osborne Homestead Museum

Kellogg Environmental Center and Osborne Homestead Museum
500 Hawthorne Avenue, Derby, CT
Mission:The Kellogg Environmental Center and the Osborne Homestead Museum, outreach facilities of the Department of Energy and Environmental Protec... Read More

Ledgewood Skate Park

Ledgewood Skate Park
664 Middlebury Road, Middlebury, CT
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Flanders Nature Center And Land Trust

Flanders Nature Center And Land Trust
5 Church Hill Road, Woodbury, CT
MissionFlanders' mission is to foster understanding and appreciation of nature, art and the wonders of the natural world through land preservation,... Read More

Valley Karate

Valley Karate
549 Howe Avenue, Shelton, CT
Valley Karate offers martial arts programs for children (ages 3+) and adults.  Our programs focus on discipline, self-esteem, respect, self-de... Read More
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