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Connecticut's 15 Best Picnic Spots

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Arrigoni Winery, Portland, CT

Arrigoni Winery allows you to bring your own picnic and enjoy it with a bottle of their house wine. In the spring and summer, they also feature live music, making this a great budget option for a fun…
Arrigoni Winery allows you to bring your own picnic and enjoy it with a bottle of their house wine.…

On the Go: Connecticut's Most Delicious Food Trucks

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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 Playgrounds in Connecticut

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Butternut Hollow Park, Middletown, CT

Butternut Hollow Park recently underwent a $500,000 renovation that went towards improving the playground, adding additional picnic areas, and installing a sensory garden. And this investment of…
Butternut Hollow Park recently underwent a $500,000 renovation that went towards improving the…

The Big Day: Connecticut's Best Wedding Locations

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The Pavilion on Crystal Lake, Middletown, CT

Hosted by the premier Connecticut Wedding Group, the Pavilion on Crystal Lake is a rustic wedding location with a warm wooden interior and stunning views. You and your guests get to dine on farm to…
Hosted by the premier Connecticut Wedding Group, the Pavilion on Crystal Lake is a rustic wedding…

Best Kid-Friendly Dentists in Connecticut

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Sweet Tooth Pediatric Dentistry, Middletown, CT

Sweet Tooth is served by Dr. Erica Pitera, who specializes in pediatric dentistry. Dr. Erica is warm and welcoming, making children unafraid to visit the dentist. In person and through her blog, you…
Sweet Tooth is served by Dr. Erica Pitera, who specializes in pediatric dentistry. Dr. Erica is…

Variety of Tastes: Connecticut's Best Indian Restaurants

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Haveli Indian, Middletown, CT

Haveli Indian offers a large selection of typical Indian dishes including vegetarian and meat options. For something lighter, the menu features several soups—coconut soup, vegetable dal, and…
Haveli Indian offers a large selection of typical Indian dishes including vegetarian and meat…

Best Pizza in Connecticut: Our 10 Favorites!

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Krust, Middletown, CT

A relative newcomer to the fierce pizza competition in Connecticut, Krust certainly aims to please with its pies. Their wood-fired pizzas are made with local ingredients and feature a variety of…
A relative newcomer to the fierce pizza competition in Connecticut, Krust certainly aims to please…

The 8 Best BBQ Joints in Connecticut!

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Taino Smokehouse, Middletown, CT

This small smokehouse features both indoor (limited) and outdoor (seasonal) seating. Taino Smokehouse takes its name from the CaribbeanTaino people, who are believed to have been one of the first…
This small smokehouse features both indoor (limited) and outdoor (seasonal) seating. Taino…

The 6 Best Places for Gelato in Connecticut!

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Vecchitto’s Italian Ice, Middletown, CT

Vecchitto’s is a seasonal establishment that serves homemade Italian ice and gelato from Memorial Day until Labor Day. Try the really delicious almond chocolate gelato with toasted almonds,…
Vecchitto’s is a seasonal establishment that serves homemade Italian ice and gelato from…

The 13 Most Unique (and Amazing) Restaurants in Connecticut

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Whey Station, Middletown, CT

Serving food on the go out of a food truck, order any fancy grilled cheese from Whey Station’s menu and you are in for a treat. With specialty options, such as bacon marmalade with brie,…
Serving food on the go out of a food truck, order any fancy grilled cheese from Whey…
Best Things In & Around Portland, CT
The 10 Most Delicious Food Trucks in Connecticut!

Whey Station, Middletown, CT

Featured in The 10 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
10 Best Playgrounds in Connecticut

Butternut Hollow Park, Middletown, CT

Featured in 10 Best Playgrounds in Connecticut
Butternut Hollow Park recently underwent a $500,000 renovation that went towards improving the playground, adding additional picnic areas, and installing a sensory garden. And this investment of… Read More
The 10 Best Wedding Locations in Connecticut!

The Pavilion on Crystal Lake, Middletown, CT

Featured in The 10 Best Wedding Locations in Connecticut!
Hosted by the premier Connecticut Wedding Group, the Pavilion on Crystal Lake is a rustic wedding location with a warm wooden interior and stunning views. You and your guests get to dine on farm to… Read More
The 7 Best Hot Dog Joints in Connecticut!

Chef’s Dog House, Newington, CT

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Serving up breakfast and lunch, Chef’s Dog House is a great pit stop for the hungry traveler. Expect all beef dogs with some seriously hearty toppings. The Prairie Dog, a bacon wrapped hot dog… Read More
The 10 Best Breakfast Places in Connecticut!

Cisco’s Restaurant, Newington, CT

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Order up American breakfasts or Mexican specials at Cisco’s Restaurant. Filling breakfast platter options come with buttery toast and potatoes. In addition to the savory egg platter breakfasts,… Read More
The 10 Best Dog Parks in Connecticut!

Rocky Hill Dog Park, Rocky Hill, CT

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The Rocky Hill Dog Park welcomes well-behaved dogs accompanied by their owners to their clean, safe, and fun environment. The dog park is a grassy, fenced in area meant to let dogs run free,… Read More
10 Best Plumbers in Connecticut

Jet Plumbing, Newington, CT

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An attractive list of awards and certifications backs up the professionalism and expertise of the Jet Plumbing team. A full-service, family-owned and operated company, they provide free on-site… Read More
The 9 Best Caterers in Connecticut!

Spice Catering Group, Durham, CT

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Spice Catering Group consists of a team of event planners, managers, and chefs who will help you to create a day to remember for a lifetime. Spice Catering Group can handle all of your celebration… Read More
The 7 Best Thai Restaurants in Connecticut!

Mae Kong Thai Resteraunt, 26 Main St. New Britain, CT 06051

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Founded by the married team of Oumaphone and her husband Phoukhong Siboriboun, Mae Kong is dedicated to providing an authentic Thai experience to New Britain residents through fresh ingredients and… Read More
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Events around Portland, CT
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06

Pippin

All Day
Playhouse On Park, West Hartford, CT
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Jul
06

Cat Video Fest 2022

1:00 PM
Real Art Ways, Hartford, CT
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Jul
06

Hamilton

7:30 PM
Bushnell Theatre/ Mortensen Hall, Hartford, CT
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Jul
07

Pippin

All Day
Playhouse On Park, West Hartford, CT
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Jul
07

Cat Video Fest 2022

1:00 PM
Real Art Ways, Hartford, CT
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Jul
07

‘Sounds of Summer’ Concert Series - Soul Sound Revue

6:00 PM
Great River Park, East Hartford, CT
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Jul
07

Summer Concert Series - BooYah

6:30 PM
Mill Pond Park, Newington, CT
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Portland 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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Portland Skate Park

Portland Skate Park
High School, Portland, CT
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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

Dinosaur State Park

Dinosaur State Park
400 West Street, Rocky Hill, CT
If you like dinosaurs, you'll love our 200 million-year-old fossil trackway, interactive exhibits and the chance to cast your own dinosaur footprin... Read More

Connecticut Audubon Society Center at Glastonbury

Connecticut Audubon Society Center at Glastonbury
1361 Main Street, Glastonbury, CT
Located near the Connecticut River, the Connecticut Audubon Center at Glastonbury has taken full advantage of its unique location since its opening... 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

Eleanor Buck Wolf Nature Center

Eleanor Buck Wolf Nature Center
156 Prospect Street, Wethersfield, CT
About Us: The Eleanor Buck Wolf Nature Center is an ecology education and community center devoted to helping central Connecticut residents explor... Read More

Glastonbury Skate Park

Glastonbury Skate Park
2143 Main Street, Glastonbury, CT
Featuring the latest in the Woodward line of skate equipment, the Skate Park boasts a 4’ half pipe, 2’, 3’ and 4’ quarter p... Read More

Skatepark

Skatepark
, Wethersfield, CT
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