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The 6 Best Theme Bars in Connecticut!

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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!

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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 10 Best Places for Crab in Connecticut!

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Dog Watch Café, Stonington, CT

Drive or ride your boat up to the Dog Watch Café for a simple, yet delicious meal of freshly caught seafood. Opt for calamari, PEI muscles or flavorful lump crab cakes over a bed of salad.…
Drive or ride your boat up to the Dog Watch Café for a simple, yet delicious meal of freshly…

The 10 Best Farmers Markets in Connecticut!

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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 9 Best First Date Locations in Connecticut!

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Milagro Cafe, Stonington, CT

Milagro is a tiny restaurant in the heart of the picturesque Stonington Borough. Though small, Milagro serves flavorful Mexican food in a very colorful atmosphere where the food and drinks are sure…
Milagro is a tiny restaurant in the heart of the picturesque Stonington Borough. Though small,…

The 10 Best Parks in Connecticut!

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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…

The 10 Best Seafood Restaurants in Connecticut!

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S&P Oyster, Mystic, CT

Stop by this traditional New England restaurant for fresh seafood fare. Dine outside on their patio while admiring the boats passing by and enjoy views of the Mystic River. S&P Oyster serves a…
Stop by this traditional New England restaurant for fresh seafood fare. Dine outside on their patio…

10 Best Memorial Day Parades and Events in Connecticut!

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Memorial Day Music at Stonington Vineyards, Stonington,CT

Celebrate Memorial Day at Stonington Vineyards with great wine, food, and music! Enjoy an afternoon of live music by Azalea Drive from 1 to 4pm, with the Short Rib Cafe food truck on site. Relax and…
Celebrate Memorial Day at Stonington Vineyards with great wine, food, and music! Enjoy an afternoon…

10 Best Craft Fairs in Connecticut!

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Mystic Outdoor Art Festival, Mystic, CT

The Mystic Outdoor Art Festival is a two-day annual event attracting thousands of visitors from around the region. This free, juried festival features over 200 artists and is the oldest of its kind…
The Mystic Outdoor Art Festival is a two-day annual event attracting thousands of visitors from…

The 8 Best Places for a Kid’s Birthday Party in Connecticut!

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Mystic Aquarium, Mystic, CT

Enjoy a party among beluga whales and playful penguins at one of New England’s best aquariums. Mystic Aquarium offers children’s birthday party packages based upon the age of the children…
Enjoy a party among beluga whales and playful penguins at one of New England’s best…
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The 10 Best Seafood Restaurants in Connecticut!

S&P Oyster, Mystic, CT

Featured in The 10 Best Seafood Restaurants in Connecticut!
Stop by this traditional New England restaurant for fresh seafood fare. Dine outside on their patio while admiring the boats passing by and enjoy views of the Mystic River. S&P Oyster serves a… Read More
The 10 Best Farmers Markets in Connecticut!

Stonington Village Farmers Market, Stonington, CT

Featured in The 10 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
10 Best Craft Fairs in Connecticut!

Mystic Outdoor Art Festival, Mystic, CT

Featured in 10 Best Craft Fairs in Connecticut!
The Mystic Outdoor Art Festival is a two-day annual event attracting thousands of visitors from around the region. This free, juried festival features over 200 artists and is the oldest of its kind… Read More
The 9 Best First Date Locations in Connecticut!

Milagro Cafe, Stonington, CT

Featured in The 9 Best First Date Locations in Connecticut!
Milagro is a tiny restaurant in the heart of the picturesque Stonington Borough. Though small, Milagro serves flavorful Mexican food in a very colorful atmosphere where the food and drinks are sure… Read More
The 6 Best Theme Bars in Connecticut!

The Handlebar Café, Pawcatuck, CT

Featured in The 6 Best Theme Bars in Connecticut!
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… Read More
The 8 Best Places for a Kid’s Birthday Party in Connecticut!

Mystic Aquarium, Mystic, CT

Featured in The 8 Best Places for a Kid’s Birthday Party in Connecticut!
Enjoy a party among beluga whales and playful penguins at one of New England’s best aquariums. Mystic Aquarium offers children’s birthday party packages based upon the age of the children… Read More
The 13 Best Restaurants in Connecticut!

The Engine Room, Mystic, CT

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The Engine Room, located in the quaint town of Mystic, gets rave reviews online and rightfully so, as they serve delicious food in a great atmosphere. The Dutch apple pancakes are to die for and… Read More
The 9 Best Places for Fried Chicken in Connecticut!

The Engine Room, Mystic, CT

Featured in The 9 Best Places for Fried Chicken in Connecticut!
The Engine Room is a fabulously cozy spot that serves very, very delicious brunch, lunch, and dinner. Though their menu changes frequently, this summer they are serving the perfect fried chicken… Read More
The 10 Best Dog Parks in Connecticut!

Central Bark Dog Park, Groton, CT

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Central Bark is a great place for dogs of all sizes to get some exercise and spend time in fresh air. Well-behaved, vaccinated dogs are welcome to play in the two enclosures available for small dogs… Read More
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Events around Pawcatuck, CT
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Memorial Day Weekend Warriors at Mystic KOA

Mystic KOA, North Stonington, CT
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May
29

Mystic Memorial Day Parade

2:00 PM
Mystic, CT
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May
30

Calv

9:00 PM
Shrine at Foxwoods, Mashantucket, CT
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Jun
01

Umphrey's McGee

8:00 PM
Great Cedar Showroom at Foxwoods Resort Casino, Mashantucket, CT
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Jun
02

Carly Pearce

8:00 PM
Premier Theater at Foxwoods Resort Casino, Mashantucket, CT
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Jun
02

Carly Pearce

8:00 PM
The Grand Theater at Foxwoods, Mashantucket, CT
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Jun
02

Indigo Girls

8:00 PM
Great Cedar Showroom at Foxwoods Resort Casino, Mashantucket, CT
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Pawcatuck 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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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 Mission:Mystic Aquarium is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to inspire people to care for and protect our ocean planet through... 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
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