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10 Best Florists in Connecticut!

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Connecticut Flower Shop LLC, Canton, CT

Run by a master florist, Connecticut Flower Shop LLC is the place to go for those wanting to celebrate any occasion or just to brighten someone’s dayThis shop helps ensure each gift evokes all the…
Run by a master florist, Connecticut Flower Shop LLC is the place to go for those wanting to…

10 Best Ski and Snowboard Shops in Connecticut!

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Fatty’s Snowboards, Canton, CT

Fatty’s Snowboards is the ultimate snowboarders’ resource. Head to this Canton shop for top-quality snowboards, skis, and even splitboards, all in one place that’s backed by expert…
Fatty’s Snowboards is the ultimate snowboarders’ resource. Head to this Canton shop for…

7 Best Dermatologists in Connecticut!

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Farmington Valley Dermatology, Avon, CT

Established in 2014, Farmington Valley Dermatology and Surgery, LLC is a place where patients and their families can receive the finest treatment from board-certified dermatologists, certified…
Established in 2014, Farmington Valley Dermatology and Surgery, LLC is a place where patients and…

The 10 Best Cake Shops in Connecticut!

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Cake Gypsy, Canton, CT

Savored by the likes of the Kardashians, Cake Gypsy offers beautiful cakes with options for those with dietary restrictions such as gluten free, lactose free, nut free, and vegan cake and truffles.…
Savored by the likes of the Kardashians, Cake Gypsy offers beautiful cakes with options for those…

The 10 Best Nature Centers in Connecticut!

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Roaring Brook Nature Center, Canton, CT

With numerous activities for students and families, such as school break activities, scavenger hunts, and classes about maple sugaring, Roaring Brook Nature Center provides wonderful services to the…
With numerous activities for students and families, such as school break activities, scavenger…

The 6 Best Buffets in Connecticut!

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Evergreens Restaurant at the Simsbury Inn, Simsbury, CT

Enjoy an all you can eat Sunday brunch at Evergreens, a beautiful fine dining restaurant at the Simsbury Inn. The menu varies depending on the week, but guests will find a selection of continental…
Enjoy an all you can eat Sunday brunch at Evergreens, a beautiful fine dining restaurant at the…

The 9 Best Brunch Spots in Connecticut!

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Millwrights Restaurant, Simsbury, CT

Dig into a lazy Sunday brunch at Millwrights, which offers hearty, heavenly options such as steak and eggs, honey mascarpone toast, kale and cheddar frittata, and more. 

Dig into a lazy Sunday brunch at Millwrights, which offers hearty, heavenly options such as steak…

The 7 Best Places for Gelato in Connecticut!

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J. Foster Ice Cream, Avon, CT

J. Foster Ice Cream serves ice cream, gelato, and sorbet. Trained by Italian gelato makers, J. Foster offers visitors an authentic taste of Italy with their gelatos. Try blueberry, bacio, which is a…
J. Foster Ice Cream serves ice cream, gelato, and sorbet. Trained by Italian gelato makers, J.…

10 Best State Parks in Connecticut

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Penwood State Park, Bloomfield, CT

Penwood is an 800-acre park with fun for every season, including hiking, picnicking, and cross-country skiing. Their extensive trail system offers a fabulous yet intimate experience of nature…
Penwood is an 800-acre park with fun for every season, including hiking, picnicking, and…

The 8 Best Places for Pancakes in Connecticut!

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Harvest Café and Bakery, Simsbury, CT

Harvest Café and Bakery also serves breakfast all day, with numerous delicious options on the menu. In addition to French toast, crepes, and egg dishes, Harvest Café and Bakery also…
Harvest Café and Bakery also serves breakfast all day, with numerous delicious options on…
Best Things In & Around West Simsbury, CT
7 Best Dermatologists in Connecticut!

Farmington Valley Dermatology, Avon, CT

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Established in 2014, Farmington Valley Dermatology and Surgery, LLC is a place where patients and their families can receive the finest treatment from board-certified dermatologists, certified… Read More
10 Best Ski and Snowboard Shops in Connecticut!

Fatty’s Snowboards, Canton, CT

Featured in 10 Best Ski and Snowboard Shops in Connecticut!
Fatty’s Snowboards is the ultimate snowboarders’ resource. Head to this Canton shop for top-quality snowboards, skis, and even splitboards, all in one place that’s backed by expert… Read More
10 Best State Parks in Connecticut

Penwood State Park, Bloomfield, CT

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Penwood is an 800-acre park with fun for every season, including hiking, picnicking, and cross-country skiing. Their extensive trail system offers a fabulous yet intimate experience of nature… Read More
10 Best Craft Fairs in Connecticut!

Celebrate! West Hartford Arts & Crafts Show, West Hartford, CT

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Held on the Town Hall Common, this award-winning arts and crafts show attracts master artists from the region and thousands of visitors each year. There’s a wide variety of long-term,… Read More
The 8 Best Places for a Kid’s Birthday Party in Connecticut!

The Children’s Museum, West Hartford, CT

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The Children’s Museum is an enjoyable place to spend a few hours indoors with kids whether for their birthday party or not. It is also especially well-suited to birthday parties for younger… Read More
10 Best Rainy Day Activities in Connecticut!

Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art, Hartford, CT

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An inclement weather day is the perfect opportunity to enjoy a bit of culture and artistry. Take in Hartford’s revered Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art for special exhibits as well as an… 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 First Date Locations in Connecticut!

The Green Teahouse, Farmington, CT

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Enjoy a stroll around the lovely Farmington area while sipping on a fun cup of bubble tea. The Green Teahouse offers some of the best tea varieties and blends in the state as well as Taiwanese bubble… Read More
The 8 Best French Restaurants in Connecticut!

Avert Brasserie, West Hartford, CT

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Using high-quality, locally sourced ingredients, the owners and chefs at Avert recreate masterful French comfort food with a modern interpretation. On the menu you’ll find charcuterie plates,… Read More
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Memorial Day Observance

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Windsor, CT
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Memorial Day Parade

9:00 AM
Relic Brewing Co, Plainville, CT
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Memorial Day Flag Ceremony

9:45 AM
Hartford's Vietnam Veteran's Memorial, Hartford, CT
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Windsor Locks Memorial Day Parade

10:00 AM
Windsor Locks, CT
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Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony

10:00 AM
West Hartford, CT
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Memorial Day Parade

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Farmington, CT
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Burlington's Memorial Day Parade

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Burlington, CT
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West Simsbury 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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Simsbury Skate Park

Simsbury Skate Park
Memorial Park Complex on Plank Hill Road, Simsbury, CT
The skatepark is available for party rentals, please call 658-3836 for more information. The park is open for skateboarding and in-line skating onl... Read More

Roaring Brook Nature Center

Roaring Brook Nature Center
70 Gracey Road, Canton, CT
RoaringBrookNatureCenter was founded in 1948 by Canton resident Una Storrs Riddle and was originally known as the Canton Children's NatureMuseum. I... Read More

Heublein Tower

Heublein Tower
5 Huckleberry Ln, Simsbury, Simsbury, CT
Gilbert F. Heublein was a celebrated German-born hotelier and restaurateur in Hartford, Connecticut as well as an innovator in the American gourmet... Read More

International Skating Center of Connecticut

International Skating Center of Connecticut
1375 Hopmeadow Street, Simsbury, CT
The International Skating Center of Connecticut is a world class, twin-rink training facility located in Simsbury, Connecticut.With our dual ice su... Read More

Canton Skate Park

Canton Skate Park
14 E Hill Road, Canton, CT
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Bridge Street Live

Bridge Street Live
41 Bridge Street, Collinsville, CT
Bridge Street Live is a Connecticut Hot Spot and the "IN" Place to be featuring Amazing Live Music, Stand-up Comedy and Sophisticated Entertainment... 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

The Children's Museum

The Children's Museum
180 Mohegan Drive, West Hartford, CT
The Children’s Museum in West Hartford The Children’s Museum’s mission is to provoke lifelong experiential learning and innovati... Read More

Old New-Gate Prison And Copper Mine

Old New-Gate Prison And Copper Mine
115 Newgate Road, East Granby, CT
The presence of copper ore here was noted in 1705 and the site became one of the first commercial mines in the British Colonies. It was not a money... Read More
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