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Here Come the Lorikeets!

Here Come the Lorikeets!

A new big-fun-for-kids exhibit featuring friendly tropical birds opens on Saturday at the Maritime Aquarium.

The Copper Beech Inn is Back in the Running

The Copper Beech Inn is Back in the Running

The beloved restaurant has an acclaimed new chef, spiffed-up, expanded interior, and a new name—The Oak Room.

Rough it easy at Connecticut's state parks.

Rough it easy at Connecticut's state parks.

Camping at Connecticut's state parks is easy with the addition of brand new cabins.

Tick Season Once Again in Connecticut

Tick Season Once Again in Connecticut

Everyone's least-favorite parasites are back again, ready to make families and pets miserable.

Niantic Named Connecticut's Fan-Favorite Town

Niantic Named Connecticut's Fan-Favorite Town

After all the voting was done, it turns out that the little village on the shoreline has "got that one thing."

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With Valerie Schroth
The Copper Beech Inn is Back in the Running

The Copper Beech Inn is Back in the Running

The beloved restaurant has an acclaimed new chef, spiffed-up, expanded interior, and a new name—The Oak Room.

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Culture Cat

by Cathy P. Ross
Rough it easy at Connecticut's state parks.

Rough it easy at Connecticut's state parks.

Camping at Connecticut's state parks is easy with the addition of brand new cabins.

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Unsteady Habits

A blog by Ray Bendici
Connecticut Specialty Trails Roundup

Connecticut Specialty Trails Roundup

Have a special interest in Connecticut? Yup, there's a trail for that ...

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Well, Now

by Maria LaPiana
Men's Health: The Connecticut Man Up Program

Men's Health: The Connecticut Man Up Program

Women see doctors, get routine screenings and outlive men by six years. Connecticut’s state comptroller says it’s time to even the playing field.

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Box Office

by Pat Grandjean
Darien and Roxbury: Exclusive . . .

Darien and Roxbury: Exclusive . . .

. . . in fact, maybe too much so for their own good. Or so argues "New York Times" writer Lisa Prevost in her new book, "Snob Zones."

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Archive »Current Issue Features

Editorial: Life After Boston

Just about anyone with a connection to Boston is likely to remember where they were the night of April 19 at about 7:30 p.m.

Cars & Drivers: Connecticut Personalities Answer Questions about their Cars

Cars & Drivers: Connecticut Personalities Answer Questions about their Cars

As the summer driving season is upon us, we ask six Connecticut personalities about the rides they love.

The History of the Mafia in Connecticut

The History of the Mafia in Connecticut

The strange but true history of Connecticut’s mafia ties.

Organizing Your Garage

Organizing Your Garage

How to clear clutter and return the garage to its rightful owner:  your car

Connecticut's Private Golf Clubs Still Offer Great Perks But Want New Members

Connecticut's Private Golf Clubs Still Offer Great Perks But Want New Members

Connecticut’s private golf clubs still offer great perks and privileges, but are finding new ways to adapt to changing demographics

Restaurant Review: The Inn at Woodstock Hill, Woodstock

Restaurant Review: The Inn at Woodstock Hill, Woodstock

It’s nice to know that the The Inn at Woodstock Hill is still with us, spruced up without losing a speck of its charm.

Restaurant Review: Chamard Bistro, Clinton

Chamard Bistro is comparatively new and there’s a lot to like about it.

Connecticut Wine Bars: Grape Expectations

Connecticut Wine Bars: Grape Expectations

You don’t have to be an oenophile to love a good wine bar.

 

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Performance: “Not What Happened” by Obie Award Winner Ain Gordon

Jun 23, 2013

Ain Gordon’s new contemporary theatre piece investigates the notion of place as it relates to forgotten histories. Not What Happened is a theatrical duet for two people who can never meet: a historical re-enactor in period costume and the figure from history she re-enacts. The audience members become tourists visiting a deteriorating historic site where they are led on a guided tour by the...

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Connecticut Historic Garden Day

Jun 23, 2013

Visit one or several of fourteen historic gardens across Connecticut. Each site offers special activities emphasizing their site. Programs and fees vary; hours are noon to 4 pm unless noted. See our CHG Members page (http://cthistoricgardens.org/sites.html) for links to member sites and their CT's Historic Gardens Day activities.

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AAA Motor Club Social Security Benefits Workshop in Meriden – FREE

Jun 25, 2013

The AAA CT Motor Club will conduct a free “Maximize Your Social Security Benefits” information workshop that is open to the public on Tuesday, June 25th at 6:00 p.m. at the Meriden Public Library, 105 Miller St. This workshop will help participants maximize, project, and protect their Social Security and other retirement income.  David Cowan, an AAA-Endorsed Retiree Advisor,...

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MxCC Manufacturing Open House on June 26

Jun 26, 2013

Manufacturing continues to be a strong part of Connecticut’s economy, and skilled workers are in demand.  To learn how you can train for a career in manufacturing, or increase skills for job advancement, Middlesex Community College welcomes you to an open house at the main campus in Middletown.  The open house, which will be held on Wednesday, June 26 from 6 – 7 p.m., will include a...

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Film Screening: George Melies First Wizard of Cinema (1896–1913) Le Grand Melies Films 1896–1901

Jun 27, 2013

  June 27 1 and 4 p.m. screenings Georges Méliès, was a French illusionist and filmmaker famous for leading many technical and narrative developments in the earliest days of cinema. Méliès, a prolific innovator in the use of special effects, accidentally discovered the substitution stop trick in 1896, and was one of the first filmmakers to use multiple exposures, time-lapse...

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Bike Farm Table Weekend

Jun 28, 2013 - Jun 30, 2013

The idea behind Bike Farm Table Weekends is pretty simple — combine the farm-to-table movement with the fun of exploring by bicycle. We'll enjoy beautiful and peaceful rides to local farms. We'll meet the farmers and harvest food at the peak of its season. We'll hand off those ingredients to a distinguished chef, and a couple hours later we'll savor a three-course gourmet meal prepared...

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Mystic as Muse: 100 Years of Inspiration

Jun 28, 2013

This is a special centennial exhibition featuring regional artworks of the past 100 years, focusing on the work of the artist members of the Mystic Art Association. Exhibit runs June 28-September 28 2013. Opening reception Saturday July 13, 6 -11 pm.  

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Big Al Anderson & Friends

Jun 29, 2013

  Mention the Wild Weeds and/or NRBQ and thoughts of Big Al Anderson ( singer/guitarist/songwriter ) will be what immediately pops into the minds of most music fans. And yes, Big Al returns to Connecticut with a band of renegades for this first time ever performance on the Infinity stage. Get your tickets early ‘cause we’re betting they’re gonna go quickly. Al Anderson has in...

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2nd Annual Dance for Peace Features Dancers from Broadway to Boston and Beyond

Jun 29, 2013

Artists for World Peace presents the 2nd Annual Dance for Peace at The Kate, 300 Main Street, Old Saybrook, on Saturday, June 29, at 8pm. Inspired by the International Peace Belt and featuring some of the most gifted dancers and musicians from New York, Connecticut, Boston and Providence, this extraordinary performance benefits the scholarship programs and international humanitarian projects...

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Photography Workshop

Jun 29, 2013

Join professional photographer Craig Norton for this inspiring workshop for all ages, cameras and skill levels. The workshop will begin with a short lesson on useful camera settings and how they affect your photos. Then the class will wander Cedar Hill to practice new found skills and learn about composition and how to take interesting photos. Workshop size is limited. Please call (860)...

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