Pawcatuck, CT

Change Town

The 6 Best Theme Bars in Connecticut!

Featuring

The Handlebar Café, Pawcatuck, CT

The Handlebar Café is a biker bar with ample parking designated specifically for those arriving on a bike. The building features an eye-catching mural of a motorcycle outside, an edgy interior…
The Handlebar Café is a biker bar with ample parking designated specifically for those…

The Best Places for BIG Food in Connecticut!

Featuring

Mel’s Downtown Creamery, Pawcatuck, CT

If you are an ice cream lover, here’s one for you: The Big Kahuna Challenge. Dig into eight scoops of ice cream, seven toppings, one banana, and one brownie all topped with whipped cream and…
If you are an ice cream lover, here’s one for you: The Big Kahuna Challenge. Dig into eight…

The 16 Best Hiking Trails in Connecticut!

Featuring

Barn Island Wildlife Management Area, Stonington, CT

As Connecticut’s largest coastal conservation preserve, Barn Island is a great place for hiking. It has a looped hiking trail of about three miles that also happens to be excellent for…
As Connecticut’s largest coastal conservation preserve, Barn Island is a great place for…

The 9 Best Farmers Markets in Connecticut!

Featuring

Stonington Village Farmers Market, Stonington, CT

Located on a small green and town pier where commercial fishing boats dock, you’ll find the Stonington Village Farmers Market. This market features amazing pies and baked goods, heirloom…
Located on a small green and town pier where commercial fishing boats dock, you’ll find the…

The 10 Best Parks in Connecticut!

Featuring

Barn Island, Stonington, CT

Barn Island is a stunning park and coastal Wildlife Management Area. The birding here is great and occasional signs detail organisms you might pass by. Note that hunting season is allowed in-season,…
Barn Island is a stunning park and coastal Wildlife Management Area. The birding here is great and…

Connecticut's 10 Best Breakfast Spots

Featuring

Noah’s, Stonington, CT

Open early for breakfast, Noah’s is a year-round favorite for locals in southeastern Connecticut and southwestern Rhode Island. The fluffy blueberry pancakes with real maple syrup and always…
Open early for breakfast, Noah’s is a year-round favorite for locals in southeastern…

High Intensity: Best CrossFit Gyms in Connecticut

Featuring

CrossFit Stonington, Pawcatuck, CT

Located just before the CT-RI state line, CrossFit Stonington serves CrossFitters from both states. CrossFit Stonington offers excellent WODs that can even be found online, if you’d like to…
Located just before the CT-RI state line, CrossFit Stonington serves CrossFitters from both states.…

Connecticut's Best Public Golf Courses

Featuring

Pequot Golf Club, Stonington, CT

Enjoy Connecticut’s beautiful rolling hills and lush forests at the Pequot Golf Club, which provides great views of the terrain along with an excellent game. This 18-hole course is par 70 and…
Enjoy Connecticut’s beautiful rolling hills and lush forests at the Pequot Golf Club, which…

The Big Day: Connecticut's Best Wedding Locations

Featuring

Saltwater Farm Vineyard, Stonington, CT

Surrounded by grape vines and the World War II era, former private airport makes for an utterly romantic wedding in a stunningly scenic location. Voted one of the U.S.’s most romantic wedding…
Surrounded by grape vines and the World War II era, former private airport makes for an utterly…

The 10 Best Burgers in Connecticut!

Featuring

Engine Room, Mystic, CT

If you’ve not yet had the chance to visit the Engine Room, let us suggest it as a top food bucket list item. This beautiful restaurant has a great atmosphere created by the wood and brick…
If you’ve not yet had the chance to visit the Engine Room, let us suggest it as a top food…
Best Things In & Around Pawcatuck, CT
The 16 Best Hiking Trails in Connecticut!

Barn Island Wildlife Management Area, Stonington, CT

Featured in The 16 Best Hiking Trails in Connecticut!
As Connecticut’s largest coastal conservation preserve, Barn Island is a great place for hiking. It has a looped hiking trail of about three miles that also happens to be excellent for… Read More
The 10 Best Burgers in Connecticut!

Engine Room, Mystic, CT

Featured in The 10 Best Burgers in Connecticut!
If you’ve not yet had the chance to visit the Engine Room, let us suggest it as a top food bucket list item. This beautiful restaurant has a great atmosphere created by the wood and brick… Read More
The 9 Best Farmers Markets in Connecticut!

Stonington Village Farmers Market, Stonington, CT

Featured in The 9 Best Farmers Markets in Connecticut!
Located on a small green and town pier where commercial fishing boats dock, you’ll find the Stonington Village Farmers Market. This market features amazing pies and baked goods, heirloom… Read More
The Best Places for BIG Food in Connecticut!

Mel’s Downtown Creamery, Pawcatuck, CT

Featured in The Best Places for BIG Food in Connecticut!
If you are an ice cream lover, here’s one for you: The Big Kahuna Challenge. Dig into eight scoops of ice cream, seven toppings, one banana, and one brownie all topped with whipped cream and… Read More
The 7 Best Places for Appetizers in Connecticut!

The Engine Room, Mystic, CT

Featured in The 7 Best Places for Appetizers in Connecticut!
The Engine Room is a definite crowd pleaser when it comes to appetizers and snacks to accompany happy hour. They offer delicious food that pairs well with its great selection of local beers. Though… Read More
The 10 Best Escape Rooms in Connecticut!

Mystified, Mystic, CT

Featured in The 10 Best Escape Rooms in Connecticut!
Perfect for novices and families, the game Keeper of the Light places you and your teammates directly in an exciting adventure. You and your team must try to reach an abandoned lighthouse to help… Read More
The 10 Best Parks in Connecticut!

Barn Island, Stonington, CT

Featured in The 10 Best Parks in Connecticut!
Barn Island is a stunning park and coastal Wildlife Management Area. The birding here is great and occasional signs detail organisms you might pass by. Note that hunting season is allowed in-season,… Read More
The 10 Best Boat Tours in Connecticut!

Argia Mystic, Mystic, CT

Featured in The 10 Best Boat Tours in Connecticut!
Hop aboard the 81-foot Argia schooner for a tour of the scenic Mystic River, from which you’ll enjoy views of downtown Mystic, Mystic Seaport, and quaint lighthouses. If you want to get in on… Read More
The 10 Best Live Theater Venues in Connecticut!

Flock Theatre at Connecticut College, New London, CT

Featured in The 10 Best Live Theater Venues in Connecticut!
Located at Connecticut College, Flock Theatre holds numerous (often sold out) performances that typically have timely innuendoes. This non-profit theater company works with the New London community… Read More
Show More
Events around Pawcatuck, CT
May
22

BLESSD -TENDENCIA GLOBAL TOUR - Ledyard, CT

10:00 PM
Shrine Nightclub, Mashantucket, CT
Learn More
May
24

Fustercluck with Kirill and Costa

9:00 PM
Shrine at Foxwoods, Mashantucket, CT
Learn More
May
27

Fiddler on the Roof (Touring)

8:00 PM
Great Cedar Showroom at Foxwoods Resort Casino, Mashantucket, CT
Learn More
May
27

John Wendel

8:00 PM
Centrale Comedic Corner at Foxwoods Resort Casino, Mashantucket, CT
Learn More
May
27

AyEoo Romero & DJ Screwloose

9:00 PM
Shrine at Foxwoods, Mashantucket, CT
Learn More
May
28

Fiddler on the Roof (Touring)

2:00 PM
Great Cedar Showroom at Foxwoods Resort Casino, Mashantucket, CT
Learn More
May
28

Fiddler on the Roof (Touring)

8:00 PM
Great Cedar Showroom at Foxwoods Resort Casino, Mashantucket, CT
Learn More
Show More
Pawcatuck News

Governor Lamont Provides Update on Connecticut’s Coronavirus Response Efforts - May 19, 2022

May 20, 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

Governor Lamont Provides Update on Connecticut’s Coronavirus Response Efforts - May 18, 2022

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
May 19, 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

Governor Lamont Announces Families Can Apply for the 2022 Connecticut Child Tax Rebate Beginning June 1

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
May 19, 2022
Hartford, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on May 19th, announced that Connecticut families can soon apply to receive a state tax rebate of up to $250 per child for a maximum of three children as a… Read More

Governor Lamont Provides Update on Connecticut’s Coronavirus Response Efforts - May 17, 2022

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
May 18, 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

Governor Lamont Signs Legislation Cracking Down on the Sale of Stolen of Catalytic Converters

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
May 18, 2022
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on May 17th, announced that he has signed into law Public Act 22-43, which enacts several new requirements to how motor vehicle recyclers, scrap metal… Read More

FEMA Awards more than $2.1 Million to State of Connecticut for COVID Testing Expenses

May 17, 2022
The Federal Emergency Management Agency will be sending more than $2.1 million to the State of Connecticut to reimburse the state for the costs of providing testing during the COVID-19 pandemic. … Read More

Governor Lamont Provides Update on Connecticut’s Coronavirus Response Efforts - May 16, 2022

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
May 17, 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

Governor Lamont Approves Municipality Accountability Review Board Recommendation To Place West Haven Under Tier IV Oversight

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
May 17, 2022
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on May 17th, announced that he is approving the recommendations of the Municipality Accountability Review Board (MARB) to designate the City of West Haven as… Read More

Governor Lamont Signs Key Climate Change and Energy Legislation Codifying Into Law His 2040 Zero-Carbon Target and Expanding Existing Renewable Energy Programs

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
May 17, 2022
Hartford, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on May 17th, announced that he has signed into law two bills that further demonstrate Connecticut’s commitment to mitigating the impacts of the climate… Read More

Governor Lamont Statement on Mass Shooting in Buffalo

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
May 16, 2022
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont released the following statement regarding the mass shooting on May 14th, in Buffalo, New York: “Another day in America yields another episode of… Read More

Governor Lamont Directs Flags To Remain Lowered Sunday in Recognition of Peace Officers Memorial Day

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
May 14, 2022
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on May 13th, announced that he is directing U.S. and state flags in Connecticut to remain flying at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Sunday, May 15, 2022,… Read More

Governor Lamont Provides Update on Connecticut’s Coronavirus Response Efforts - May 13, 2022

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
May 14, 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

Governor Lamont Provides Update on Connecticut’s Coronavirus Response Efforts - May 12, 2022

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
May 13, 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

Governor Lamont and Education Commissioner Russell-Tucker Congratulate Two Connecticut Students Named 2022 U.S. Presidential Scholars

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
May 13, 2022
HARTFORD, CT – Governor Ned Lamont and Connecticut Commissioner of Education Charlene Russell-Tucker are congratulating two Connecticut students who were named on May 12th, as 2022 U.S.… Read More

Governor Lamont Announces Expansion of Virtual Mobility Assistance Pilot Program to Bradley International Airport

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
May 12, 2022
Aira Service Now Available at New England’s Second-Largest Airport, Increases Independence for Passengers Who Are Blind or Have Low Vision Hartford, CT – Governor Ned Lamont on May… Read More
Show More
Find it Fast Near Pawcatuck
Connecticut Search
Best Places To Go Near You

Stonington Vineyards

Stonington Vineyards
523 Taugwonk Road, Stonington, CT
Open: Year-Round Stonington Vineyards, a founding member of the Connecticut Wine Trail, is best known for its barrel fermented Chardonnay and its p... Read More

Jonathan Edwards Winery

Jonathan Edwards Winery
74 Chester Maine Road, North Stonington, CT
Open: Year Round North Stonington, CT has a history rich in both agriculture and industry. Thanks to its many waterways early mills sprung up wit... Read More

Stonington's Old Lighthouse Museum

Stonington's Old Lighthouse Museum
7 Water Street, Stonington, CT
About Us  This lighthouse was once the beacon for the many vessels approaching Stonington's harbor from Long Island Sound. The original 30-fo... Read More

Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center

Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center
109 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT
Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center is a combination wildlife sanctuary, natural history museum, and educational facility highlighting the habitats o... Read More

Denison Homestead Museum

Denison Homestead Museum
120 Pequotsepos Road, Mystic, CT
Pequotsepos Manor, the 1717 historic house museum, is a Mystic historical icon. It is located only 5 minutes from downtown Mystic, yet it is surrou... Read More

Mystic Aquarium

Mystic Aquarium
55 Coogan Boulevard, Mystic, CT
Our MissionThe mission of Sea Research Foundation, Inc., which includes Mystic Aquarium, Ocean Exploration Center and JASON Learning, is to inspire... Read More

Olde Mistick Village

Olde Mistick Village
27 Coogan Boulevard, Mystic, CT
Olde Mistick Village, on Coogan Blvd. in Mystic, just off Exit 90 of I-95, is a quirky but really fun place to shop, especially as the Christmas se... Read More

Mystic Seaport Museum

Mystic Seaport Museum
75 Greenmanville Avenue, Mystic, CT
Mission:Mystic Seaport is a museum that strives to inspire an enduring connection to the American maritime experience.Vision:Mystic Seaport will si... Read More

Mystic Seaport

Mystic Seaport
75 Greenmanville Avenue, Mystic, CT
Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America and the Sea - is the nation's leading maritime museum. Explore American maritime history firsthand and climb... Read More
Show More
Select a Connecticut town to find
the Best Things-To-Do and Places To Go around you
Fairfield County
Hartford County
Litchfield County
Middlesex County
New Haven County
New London County
Tolland County
Windham County