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10 Best Playgrounds in Connecticut

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Jonathan's Dream, West Hartford, CT

This inclusive playground allows children of all abilities to get active and have fun. It features climbing structures, wiggling steps to test balance, basketball hoops of varying heights, swings,…
This inclusive playground allows children of all abilities to get active and have fun. It features…

8 Best Soup Places in Connecticut

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Prai Kitchen, West Hartford, CT

Prai Kitchen has a variety of soup, including a few gluten free options. Their Thai Rice Soup is simmered with ginger, scallions, and ground chicken, costing only $5. The Spicy Lemongrass Soup is a…
Prai Kitchen has a variety of soup, including a few gluten free options. Their Thai Rice Soup is…

Satiate your craving: Connecticut's Best Mac and Cheese

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The Corner Pug, West Hartford, CT

Dine on delectable mac & cheese in the comfortable, relaxed the Corner Pug. Their award-winning mac & cheese incorporates ziti, cheddar, Swiss, and gruyere and is topped with a helping of the…
Dine on delectable mac & cheese in the comfortable, relaxed the Corner Pug. Their award-winning…

Incredible Options: Connecticut's Best Buffets

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Hibachi Grill Supreme Buffet, West Hartford, CT

Hibachi Grill Supreme Buffet offers guests a selection of Chinese and Japanese food in a large, typical American buffet setting. Prices are very reasonable for the all you can eat buffet, and it…
Hibachi Grill Supreme Buffet offers guests a selection of Chinese and Japanese food in a large,…

The 10 Best Museums in Connecticut!

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The Children's Museum, West Hartford, CT

West Hartford’s Children’s Museum is a colorful, mostly-indoor museum geared toward children of all ages. All exhibits are interactive and allow for creative thinking and individual…
West Hartford’s Children’s Museum is a colorful, mostly-indoor museum geared toward…

The 6 Best Places for Gelato in Connecticut!

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Gusnova Gelato, West Hartford, CT

Treat yourself to a sweet scoop of gelato while browsing the shops at West Farms Mall. Gusnova Gelato can be found on the lower level, although we’re sure that any sweets-lover would easily be…
Treat yourself to a sweet scoop of gelato while browsing the shops at West Farms Mall. Gusnova…

The 10 Best Places for a Bloody Mary in Connecticut!

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The Corner Pug, West Hartford, CT

Continuously voted as one of the best pubs in Connecticut, the Corner Pug doesn’t disappoint visitors with its food or its drinks. Also open for Sunday brunch, the Corner Pug features delicious…
Continuously voted as one of the best pubs in Connecticut, the Corner Pug doesn’t disappoint…

The 9 Best Places for Bubble Tea in Connecticut!

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The Green Tea House, Farmington, CT

This super sweet tea house always offers excellent quality tea and flavorful blends that you can purchase to enjoy at home. With an eye towards what’s trending, the Green Tea House also offers…
This super sweet tea house always offers excellent quality tea and flavorful blends that you can…

The 9 Best Comedy Clubs in Connecticut!

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Playhouse on Park, West Hartford, CT

With numerous exciting events on the schedule, Playhouse on the Park is a great option for live entertainment in the heart of Connecticut. With improv shows and battles, comedy nights, plays, and…
With numerous exciting events on the schedule, Playhouse on the Park is a great option for live…

Be Inspired! Connecticut's Best Art Galleries

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Golden Thread Gallery, West Hartford, CT

Featuring artworks in all mediums, the Golden Thread Gallery aims to illustrate the different forms of the human condition. Exhibits and events are announced on their up-to-date Facebook page.

Featuring artworks in all mediums, the Golden Thread Gallery aims to illustrate the different forms…
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The 15 Best Picnic Spots in Connecticut!

Elizabeth Park, Hartford, CT

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Visit Elizabeth Park in June to experience a stunning display of roses in flower and don’t forget to take along a picnic. Great for botanical lovers or those seeking a bit of romance, Elizabeth… Read More
The 10 Most Delicious Food Trucks in Connecticut!

AMOR Food Truck, Hartford, CT

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Don’t be fooled into thinking that food trucks only serve food for the masses and ignore those who are vegetarian, vegan, or raw. AMOR Food Truck creates artisan international cuisine that just… Read More
The 10 Best Breakfast Places in Connecticut!

The Place 2 Be, Hartford, CT

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Serving breakfast and lunch, the Place 2 Be has such tasty options that diners will have difficulty selecting just one item off the menu. Dishes include egg sandwiches, pancakes, eggs Benedict,… 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
10 Best Plumbers in Connecticut

Quality Plumbing and Drain Services, Hartford, CT

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Serving all of Hartford County and surrounding areas, Quality Plumbing and Drain Services lives up to its name by ensuring you’re not pouring money down the drain. From water temperature issues… Read More
The 8 Best Places for Mac and Cheese in Connecticut!

The Corner Pug, West Hartford, CT

Featured in The 8 Best Places for Mac and Cheese in Connecticut!
Dine on delectable mac & cheese in the comfortable, relaxed the Corner Pug. Their award-winning mac & cheese incorporates ziti, cheddar, Swiss, and gruyere and is topped with a helping of the… Read More
8 Best Soup Places in Connecticut

Prai Kitchen, West Hartford, CT

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Prai Kitchen has a variety of soup, including a few gluten free options. Their Thai Rice Soup is simmered with ginger, scallions, and ground chicken, costing only $5. The Spicy Lemongrass Soup is a… Read More
The 10 Best Nature Centers in Connecticut!

Northwest Park Nature Center, Windsor, CT

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Northwest Park and Nature Center is a 473-acre park that has diverse forests, fields, and streams, featuring 12 miles of hiking trails. They aim to be a “living classroom” with… 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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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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Ten Thousand Villages

Ten Thousand Villages
967C Farmington Avenue, West Hartford, CT
Ten Thousand Villages in West Hartford, CT, is a fair trade retailer of artisan-crafted home decor, personal accessories and gift items from across... Read More

The Children's Museum

The Children's Museum
950 Trout Brook Drive, West Hartford, CT
Founded in 1927 as the Children’s Museum of Hartford, our museum is reaffirming its mission as a catalyst for science inspiration and learnin... Read More

Westmoor Park

Westmoor Park
119 Flagg Road, West Hartford, CT
About Us: Westmoor Park is an environmental, agricultural and horticultural education center dedicated to generating awareness and appreciation fo... Read More

Connecticut Wine Trail

Connecticut Wine Trail
195 Farmington Avenue, Farmington, CT
Connecticut Wine Trail is one of the most exciting and fastest growing wine regions in the United States. A tremendous variety of wine styles and s... Read More

The Mark Twain House and Museum

The Mark Twain House and Museum
351 Farmington Avenue, Hartford, CT
The mission of The Mark Twain House & Museum is to foster an appreciation of the legacy of Mark Twain as one of our nation's defining cultural ... Read More

Harriet Beecher Stowe Center

Harriet Beecher Stowe Center
77 Forest Street, Hartford, CT
The Stowe Center’s mission is to preserve and interpret Harriet Beecher Stowe’s Hartford home and the Center’s historic collectio... Read More

NCTC Performing Arts Theatre

NCTC Performing Arts Theatre
743 North Mountain Road, Newington, CT
About Us NCTC Performing Arts Theatre provides quality entertainment and hands-on educational programs in the performing arts to children and young... Read More

Farmington Skate Park

Farmington Skate Park
Tunxis Meade Park, Farmington, CT
The largest outdoor concrete Skate Park in Southeast Missouri  featuring 30,000 square feet of challenging twists and turns for both beginning... Read More

Connecticut State Capitol Tours

Connecticut State Capitol Tours
210 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT
Capitol Information and Tours at the Connecticut State Capitol is operated by the League of Women Voters of Connecticut Education Fund and sponsore... Read More
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