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10 Best Attorneys in Connecticut

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Connecticut Ticket Defenders, Vernon, CT

Not all traffic tickets are warranted, and Connecticut Ticket Defenders works solely on traffic violations to help you preserve your driving record. They also offer a free consultation so you can…
Not all traffic tickets are warranted, and Connecticut Ticket Defenders works solely on traffic…

7 Best Pho Restaurants in Connecticut!

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PhoLy, Vernon, CT

With exciting daily specials plus a huge menu, PhoLy is a great option for diners new to Vietnamese food, but seeking authentic flavors. In regards to pho, you’ll find seven different options…
With exciting daily specials plus a huge menu, PhoLy is a great option for diners new to Vietnamese…

The 10 Best Garden Centers and Nurseries in Connecticut!

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The Garden Barn Nursery and Landscape, Vernon, CT

On their 13 acres of land, Garden Barn Nursery grows thousands of plants and also sells garden accessories. If you are a pet owner, you’ll appreciate the special section of plants safe for…
On their 13 acres of land, Garden Barn Nursery grows thousands of plants and also sells garden…

10 Best Bowling Alleys in Connecticut!

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Spare Time Vernon, Vernon, CT

This luxury bowling and entertainment center offers bowling lanes, a private VIP bowling and dining room, plus a full restaurant and bar. You just found you’re next date night, reunion or fun…
This luxury bowling and entertainment center offers bowling lanes, a private VIP bowling and dining…

10 Best Billiards and Pool Halls in Connecticut!

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Racks Billiards and Bar, Vernon, CT

Racks Billiards and Bar is the place to be for all pool lovers! Whether you're a pro or starting out, you'll feel right at home. With themed events and competitions daily, from league nights to…
Racks Billiards and Bar is the place to be for all pool lovers! Whether you're a pro or starting…

7 Best Laser Tag Centers in Connecticut!

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Spare Time Vernon, Vernon, CT

Spare Time Vernon offers a one-of-a-kind adventure, assuring to get anyone's heart racing! With a massive, new arena complete with music, fog, LED lighting, special effects, and phasers, Laser Tag is…
Spare Time Vernon offers a one-of-a-kind adventure, assuring to get anyone's heart racing! With a…

10 Best Car Washes in Connecticut!

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Economy Express Car Wash, Vernon, CT

Economy Express Car Wash is the local favorite choice for keeping your car clean and shiny. Get an Unlimited Monthly Car Wash and save even more with the Family Plan which offers discounts on…
Economy Express Car Wash is the local favorite choice for keeping your car clean and shiny. Get an…

10 Best Taekwondo Studios in Connecticut!

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Top Taekwondo Academy, Vernon, CT

Top Taekwondo Academy is the premier destination for martial arts training. Great for everyone, from Little Tigers to Adults, their focus on traditional Korean Taekwondo will help students grow in…
Top Taekwondo Academy is the premier destination for martial arts training. Great for everyone,…

The 7 Best Nail Salons in Connecticut!

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Rose Beauty Nails, Vernon, CT

Choose from a range of blues, pinks, classics, or trendy colors to create the nail look that speaks to you. Rose Beauty Nails is a high-end salon offering manis, pedis, and beautiful nail art. The…
Choose from a range of blues, pinks, classics, or trendy colors to create the nail look that speaks…

6 Best Speakeasies in Connecticut!

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The Hidden Still, Ellington, CT

Order a flight of moonshine and you’ll definitely be drinking something a bit reminiscent to what one might have imbibed during Prohibition. Moonshine cocktails are also available and 10…
Order a flight of moonshine and you’ll definitely be drinking something a bit reminiscent to…
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6 Best Speakeasies in Connecticut!

The Hidden Still, Ellington, CT

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Order a flight of moonshine and you’ll definitely be drinking something a bit reminiscent to what one might have imbibed during Prohibition. Moonshine cocktails are also available and 10… Read More
9 Beautiful Botanical Gardens in Connecticut!

Wickham Park, Manchester, CT

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Wickham Park features 250 acres of gardens, arboretums, woodlands, and more. They also feature an impressive eight manicured gardens including an English garden, Scottish garden, lotus garden, and… Read More
7 Best Piercing Places in Connecticut

Moon Flower Boutique, LLC, Manchester, CT

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Moon Flower Boutique in Manchester offers a large selection of body jewelry and body piercing options. Their piercers are OSHA Blood Borne Pathogen certified, First Aid/CPR Certified, and licensed… Read More
Editors' Picks: 19 of the Best Things to Do in Connecticut!

Wickham Park, Manchester, CT

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It sounds like the name of a posh English estate - and, like an estate, its 250 acres of glorious ornamental gardens are done in a variety of styles. There are also woodlands, a museum, an aviary -… Read More
The 7 Best French Fries in Connecticut!

Chez Ben, Manchester, CT

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Head on over to this American-Canadian diner serving up breakfast and lunch only. For a taste of something special from our friendly northern neighbors, order a large plate of poutine, which is… Read More
10 Best Karaoke Bars in Connecticut

Hungry Tiger Cafe and Restaurant, Manchester, CT

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The Hungry Tiger is a local legend in Manchester. No matter what day of the week you pop in, you’re sure to find something fun and unique, whether it’s karaoke on Sundays, open mic comedy… Read More
The 10 Best Dog Parks in Connecticut!

South Windsor Bark Park, South Windsor, CT

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Open for approximately seven years, the South Windsor Bark Park features two enclosures (one for small dogs and one for all dogs), fresh water, cleanup stations, and play equipment. This dog park… Read More
The 9 Best Mini Golf Courses in Connecticut!

Mar-Lea Miniature Golf & Driving Range, Bolton, CT

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Enjoy a traditional mini golf course and driving range at Mar-Lea. Here, players will encounter windmills, tunnels, and other obstacles that were standard in vintage mini golf courses. The value for… Read More
10 Best Rainy Day Activities in Connecticut!

Stone Age Rock Gym, Manchester, CT

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Rock climbing outside on a rainy day is a dangerous recipe for disaster. Stone Age Rock Gym makes sure you can get your climbing fix in any weather. Pop into this indoor rock climbing gym to put your… Read More
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Events around Vernon, CT
Apr
17

Cirque du Soleil: Bazzar

7:30 PM
Under the Big Top - Hartford, Hartford, CT
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Apr
18

The Packing House Poetry Series

6:30 PM
The Packing House, Willington, CT
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Apr
18

Benedict Polizzi comedy night at the Hartford Funny Bone

7:00 PM
Hartford Funny Bone Comedy Club and Restaurant, Manchester, CT
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Apr
18

Cirque du Soleil: Bazzar

7:30 PM
Under the Big Top - Hartford, Hartford, CT
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Apr
19

Spring Break Movie: Willy Wonka

1:00 PM
Warehouse Point Library, East Windsor, CT
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Apr
19

Firepit Fridays

4:00 PM
The Adventure Park At Storrs, Storrs, CT
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Apr
19

Cirque du Soleil: Bazzar

7:30 PM
Under the Big Top - Hartford, Hartford, CT
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Vernon News

Nearly 21 Million Children Expected to Receive New Grocery Benefit This Summer

January 10, 2024
44 States, U.S. Territories, Tribes Intend to Launch Permanent Summer EBT Program in 2024; Even More Expected in 2025. Washington, DC – The U.S. Department of Agriculture on Jan 10th,… Read More

American Red Cross Disaster Response - August 10, 2023

August 10, 2023
These disasters are happening right now... Disaster Update Support Disaster Relief Now James, Already this week, destructive wildfires have spread across Hawaii, flooding has… Read More

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
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Ron-A-Roll Indoor Roller Skating Center

Ron-A-Roll Indoor Roller Skating Center
85 South Frontage Road, Vernon Rockville, CT
Ron-A-Roll Skating Center, Founded in 1991, it is  located conveniently off of Interstate 84 in Vernon, Connecticut. Open skate, endurance par... Read More

New England Civil War Museum

New England Civil War Museum
14 Park Place, Rockville, CT
Our Mission The New England Civil War Museum and its library, works to convey the lessons of the American Civil War. We exist to perpetuate the me... Read More

Tolland County 4-H Fair

Tolland County 4-H Fair
24 Hyde Avenue, Vernon Rockville, CT
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kloter farms

kloter farms
216 West Road, Ellington, CT
Kloter Farms is a family-owned enterprise that started in 1980 as a horse and carriage hobby and then moved into construction of storage buildings ... Read More

Fish Family Farm

Fish Family Farm
20 Dimock Lane, Bolton, CT
Fish Family Farm is  one of the state's few remaining dairy farms that milk, pasteurize and bottle our own milk. We are open from 8-6, Mon.-Sa... Read More

Manchester Skate Park

Manchester Skate Park
North Main Street, Manchester, CT
History:On Friday July 20th, 2001 opening ceremonies were held for the new Manchester Skate Park, located on North Main Street. From changes in lia... Read More

Oak Grove Nature Center

Oak Grove Nature Center
269 Oak Grove Street, Manchester, CT
The Oak Grove Nature Center is a fifty-two acre nature preserve operated by the Town of Manchester and the Lutz Children’s Museum, located at... Read More

The Fire Museum

The Fire Museum
230 Pine Street, Manchester, CT
The Connecticut Firemen's Historical Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and displaying the history of firefighting in Ame... Read More

Hartford County 4-H Fair

Hartford County 4-H Fair
56 Egypt Road, Somers, CT
Since 1937 the Hartford County 4-H Fair has been a youth run fair that features many attractions. The 4-H’ers work all year long to plan the ... Read More
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