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8 Best Soup Places in Connecticut

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Soup Thyme, Monroe, CT

Soup Thyme has different Soup of the Day specials throughout the week. What you get on Tuesday might not be what you get on Friday, so be sure to check in every now and then! Some of their options…
Soup Thyme has different Soup of the Day specials throughout the week. What you get on Tuesday…

The 10 Best Dog Parks in Connecticut!

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Shelton Dog Park, Shelton, CT

Keep your eyes open for a dog statue and once you spot it, you’ll know you’ve reached the Shelton Dog Park. Consisting of two fenced in areas for dogs (one for small dogs and one for all…
Keep your eyes open for a dog statue and once you spot it, you’ll know you’ve reached…

Specialty Fall Flavors: Best Apple Pie Shops in Connecticut

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Oronoque Farms, Shelton, CT

Whether you’re visiting at Oronoque Farms or at one of the farmers’ markets they frequent, their pies are definitely worth the trip. Oronoque Farms crafts more than a dozen different…
Whether you’re visiting at Oronoque Farms or at one of the farmers’ markets they…

Variety of Tastes: Connecticut's Best Indian Restaurants

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Baingan, Shelton, CT

Dine in at Baingan to enjoy the colorful atmosphere and delicious northern and southern dishes any day of the week. Enjoy a vegetarian feast from appetizers to desserts by ordering cucumber salad,…
Dine in at Baingan to enjoy the colorful atmosphere and delicious northern and southern dishes any…

10 Coolest Coffee Shops in Connecticut

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Shearwater Organic Coffee Roasters, Trumbull, CT

Focused on organic, fair trade coffee that is sustainably grown, stop by Shearwater Coffee Roasters to taste a cup of their coffee or purchase a bag of beans. The owner of Shearwater, Ed Freedman,…
Focused on organic, fair trade coffee that is sustainably grown, stop by Shearwater Coffee Roasters…

10 Best Interior Designers in Connecticut

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Shadee Lady, Shelton & Huntington, CT

Small details can really make a big impact on how a room looks and feels. Shadee Lady specializes in one of those all-important details — window treatments — that play a crucial role in…
Small details can really make a big impact on how a room looks and feels. Shadee Lady specializes…

The 10 Best Neighborhood Bars in Connecticut!

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Bar 140, Shelton, CT

Stop by for Tuesday Night Trivia and stay for a homemade meal and a pint of beer. Bar 140’s frequently changing menu sometimes includes quesadillas, wings, crab cakes, mussels, soup, and more…
Stop by for Tuesday Night Trivia and stay for a homemade meal and a pint of beer. Bar 140’s…

The 9 Best Sports Centers in Connecticut!

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Sports Center of Connecticut, Shelton, CT

Sports Center of Connecticut is geared towards children and family-friendly activities like batting cages, bowling, ice hockey, and golf ranges. Well-trained instructors are on-site to provide…
Sports Center of Connecticut is geared towards children and family-friendly activities like batting…

Connecticut's Best Bagel Shops

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Bagel Delight, Newtown, CT

Weighing into the Connecticut bagel scene is Bagel Delight with their massive bagels. Serving options such as onion, colorful rainbow, salted, and more, visitors are sure to find their favorite. If…
Weighing into the Connecticut bagel scene is Bagel Delight with their massive bagels. Serving…

The 7 Best Nail Salons in Connecticut!

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Jin’s Nails, Derby, CT

Jin’s Nails is a clean and friendly nail salon and provides little extras to make you feel even more relaxed during your visit. Those visiting for a mani or pedi can expect spotless and…
Jin’s Nails is a clean and friendly nail salon and provides little extras to make you feel…
Best Things In & Around Monroe, CT
The 10 Best Dog Parks in Connecticut!

Shelton Dog Park, Shelton, CT

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Keep your eyes open for a dog statue and once you spot it, you’ll know you’ve reached the Shelton Dog Park. Consisting of two fenced in areas for dogs (one for small dogs and one for all… Read More
The 10 Most Delicious Food Trucks in Connecticut!

Fryborg, Milford, CT

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You may want to grab a napkin before reading on as the food served by Fryborg Food Truck is rather drool-worthy. Fryborg serves double fried French fries with sauces and toppings. Mouthwatering… Read More
The 10 Best Breakfast Places in Connecticut!

Laurel Diner, Southbury, CT

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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… Read More
The 10 Best Bagel Shops in Connecticut!

Bagel Delight, Newtown, CT

Featured in The 10 Best Bagel Shops in Connecticut!
Weighing into the Connecticut bagel scene is Bagel Delight with their massive bagels. Serving options such as onion, colorful rainbow, salted, and more, visitors are sure to find their favorite. If… Read More
The 9 Best Bike Shops in Connecticut!

D’Aniello’s Amity Bicycles, Woodbridge, CT

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Has your bike been sitting in the garage awhile? Bring it by D’Aniello’s for a tune-up or a complete overhaul that can be completed by their in-house experts. Once your bike is good as… Read More
The 8 Coolest Coffee Shops in Connecticut!

Shearwater Organic Coffee Roasters, Trumbull, CT

Featured in The 8 Coolest Coffee Shops in Connecticut!
Focused on organic, fair trade coffee that is sustainably grown, stop by Shearwater Coffee Roasters to taste a cup of their coffee or purchase a bag of beans. The owner of Shearwater, Ed Freedman,… Read More
The 7 Best Hot Dog Joints in Connecticut!

Super Duper Weenie, Fairfield, CT

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With its eye-catching name and logo, Super Duper Weenie has attracted both Connecticut customers and those just passing through. Their specialty hot dogs are finger licking good and can include… Read More
The 10 Best Mountain Biking Trails in Connecticut!

Collis P. Huntington State Park, Redding, CT

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Grab your helmet and head to Collis P. Huntington State Park, which is a great option for mountain biking in southwestern Connecticut. Along the scenic trails, bikers will see five ponds, thick… Read More
The 15 Best Picnic Spots in Connecticut!

Lighthouse Point Park and Bird Sanctuary, New Haven

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Setup your picnic area near the inactive lighthouse and take note of the octagonal shape, which is representative of lighthouses in Connecticut. Check out the waterfront view, bring along your… Read More
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Events around Monroe, CT
Jul
06

Social Ballroom

10:00 PM
Shelton, CT
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Jul
12

Children's Summer Concert - Steve Elci and Friends

10:00 AM
Twin Brooks Park, Trumbull, CT
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Jul
12

Summer Concert Series - West Rock

7:00 PM
Town Hall Green, Trumbull, CT
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Jul
13

Social Ballroom

10:00 PM
Shelton, CT
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Jul
19

Children's Summer Concert - T-Bone Stankus

10:00 AM
Twin Brooks Park, Trumbull, CT
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Jul
19

Summer Concert Series - Steve D'Agostino

7:00 PM
Town Hall Green, Trumbull, CT
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Jul
20

Social Ballroom

10:00 PM
Shelton, CT
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Monroe News

Governor Lamont Establishes Commission To Plan Connecticut’s Commemorations for the 250th Anniversary of the Founding of the United States

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
July 5, 2022
Hartford, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on July 1st, announced that he is establishing a commission that will be responsible for planning the State of Connecticut’s multi-year commemorations,… Read More

Governor Lamont Reminds Public of ParkConneCT Program That Offers Increased Bus Services to State Parks and Beaches This Summer

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
July 5, 2022
Westport, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on July 1st, is reminding Connecticut residents about the state’s ParkConneCT program, which is offering increased bus services to Connecticut state… Read More

Governor Lamont Announces Covered Connecticut Expands to Adults Without Children, New Benefits Added to the No-Cost Health Insurance Program

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
July 5, 2022
Hartford, CT – Governor Ned Lamont – joined by Access Health CT, the Connecticut Department of Social Services, and the Connecticut Office of Health Strategy – On July 1st,… Read More

Nominate Your CT Arts Hero Today!

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
July 4, 2022
The Connecticut Arts Hero Awards honor and celebrate Connecticut residents who are doing inspiring things in, for or through the arts in Connecticut. Since 2016, the Connecticut Arts Hero Awards… Read More

Governor Lamont and Lt. Governor Bysiewicz Invite Businesses in States Restricting the Rights of Women to Relocate to Connecticut

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
July 4, 2022
WATCH: Video message from Governor Lamont Hartford, CT – Governor Ned Lamont and Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz on July 1st, issued an open letter to businesses in states that are… Read More

Governor Lamont Appoints Joann Ryan as Chair of Board of Regents, Names Juanita T. James and James McCarthy as Board Members

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
July 1, 2022
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on June 30th, announced he is appointing JoAnn Ryan to serve as chair of the Connecticut Board of Regents for Higher Education (BOR), and Juanita T. James and… Read More

Governor Lamont Statement on U.S. Supreme Court Decision in West Virginia v. EPA

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
July 1, 2022
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on June 30th, released the following statement on the U.S. Supreme Court decision in West Virginia v. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency: “This is… Read More

Governor Lamont Provides Update on Connecticut’s Coronavirus Response Efforts - June 30, 2022

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
July 1, 2022
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

Senators Duff and Maroney File Request With US Senator Cantwell to Legislate American's Data Privacy

June 30, 2022
On June 29th, state Senate Majority Leader Bob Duff (D-Norwalk) and state Senator James Maroney (D-Milford) requested that US Senator Maria Cantwell, Chair of the Senate Committee on Commerce, review… Read More

Governor Lamont Reminds Residents That Connecticut’s Gas Tax Holiday and Fare-Free Bus Service Have Been Extended for Several Additional Months

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
June 30, 2022
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on June 29th, is reminding Connecticut residents that the law he signed earlier this year that suspends the state’s 25-cent-per-gallon excise tax on… Read More

Schedule of 2022 Connecticut Fireworks

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
June 30, 2022
As friends and families make plans to get together this weekend to celebrate Independence Day, I wanted to highlight the large number of fireworks shows that are happening across Connecticut in… Read More

Governor Lamont Appoints Mark Kohler as Secretary of the State

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
June 30, 2022
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on June 30th, announced that he will name Mark F. Kohler of North Haven to fill the vacancy of the Office of the Secretary of the State created by the… Read More

Governor Whitmer Signs Bipartisan Package Expanding Community Access to Water Infrastructure Funding

From: Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer
June 30, 2022
Bipartisan water package readies communities to harness federal infrastructure dollars Lansing, MI. – On June 30th, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed House Bills 5890, 5891 and 5892 to… Read More

Governor Lamont Issues Declaration Enabling Crucial Federal Support for COVID-19 Response to Continue for Several More Months

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
June 29, 2022
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on June 28th, announced that he has signed a declaration that will enable crucial federal support Connecticut has been receiving throughout the COVID-19… Read More

Governor Lamont Statement on the Resignation of Secretary Merrill

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
June 29, 2022
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont released the following statement regarding the announcement made on June 28th, by Secretary of the State Denise Merrill that she intends to resign from her… Read More
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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

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

Seymour Skatepark

Seymour Skatepark
Seymour Town Hall Flaherty Room, Seymour, CT
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Discovery Museum and Planetarium

Discovery Museum and Planetarium
4450 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT
About Us: The Discovery Museum, Inc. is an independent 501(c)3 organization operated by a Board of Trustees. It is not affiliated with any governm... Read More

Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo

Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo
1875 Noble Avenue, Bridgeport, CT
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo has a proud history of over 80 years as Connecticut's only zoo. As an accredited member of the American Zoo and Aquariu... Read More

Sports Center of Connecticut

Sports Center of Connecticut
784 River Road, Shelton, CT
SportsCenter of Connecticut is a unique family entertainment experience, featuring a weather-protected Golf Driving Range, 18-hole Hole Mini-Golf c... Read More

Festival Stratford

Festival Stratford
3486 Main Street, Stratford, CT
Stratford Center for the Arts presents Festival! Stratford. The Town of Stratford has been hosting an annual arts festival since 2005. In 2006, the... Read More

Downtown Cabaret Theatre

Downtown Cabaret Theatre
263 Golden Hill Street, Bridgeport, CT
Our History The Downtown Cabaret Theatre is a direct descendent of the Sacred Heart University Cabaret. After several successful seasons in an acad... Read More

Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center

Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center
10 Deerfield Lane, Ansonia, CT
The Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center is a town owned and operated park located in Ansonia, Connecticut. Use of this facility is free and open t... Read More
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