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Major Behavioral Health Merger Expands Access to Care for 30,000 CT Residents
Two of Connecticut’s leading behavioral health providers, Wellmore and The Village for Families & Children (The Village), recently merged, marking a transformative new chapter for the state’s mental health system and enhanced support for more than 30,000 people across the state.
Liberty Bank Promotes Four to Senior Vice President
Liberty Bank recently promoted four to senior vice president: Fanita Borges, Eileen Engel, Francis Guerrera and Kelly Speranza.
Connecticut Science Center Announces Brian and Erika Evanko as Honorary Chairs of the 2026 Annual Gala: I Want My STEM-TV
The Connecticut Science Center announced today that Brian and Erika Evanko will serve as Honorary Chairs of the 2026 Annual Gala, I Want My STEM-TV, taking place on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at the Connecticut Convention Center.
Restore. Reconnect. Reimagine.
The University of Saint Joseph (USJ) will host Restore. Reconnect. Reimagine: A Restorative Practices Retreat for Connecticut Educators on Aug. 13 and 14, 2026.
Critically Acclaimed Off-Broadway Hit "I'm Not a Comedian... I'm Lenny Bruce" Comes to West Hartford for One Night Only
The Mandell JCC has announced that the critically acclaimed one-man show I'm Not a Comedian… I'm Lenny Bruce will come to the Herbert & Evelyn Gilman Theater on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. for a special one-night-only engagement.
Wheeler’s 41st Annual Golf Classic Set for September 16, 2026 at The Country Club of Farmington
Wheeler’s 41st Annual Golf Classic will take place at The Country Club of Farmington on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.
Reset Hosts 2026 Venture Showcase for Impact Accelerator Entrepreneurs on June 24
Reset announces its 2026 Impact Accelerator Graduation & Pitch Showcase, taking place on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, from 5:30 to 8:00 PM at CT State Community College–Gateway.
Celebrate CT's Defiance & Declaration of Independence at Historic Old State House
Step inside Connecticut’s Old State House on Wednesday, July 1 at 5:00 p.m. for “A Night at the Tavern” to see the historic court room transformed into a colonial tavern alive with the spirit of 1776.
Hartford Public Library Celebrates Grand Reopening of the Downtown Library
Hartford Public Library (HPL) President and CEO Bridget E. Quinn was joined by U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal, U.S. Congressman John Larson, Mayor Arunan Arulampalam, and Hartford City Councilperson Marilyn Rossetti for a ribbon-cutting celebration marking the official full reopening of the Downtown Library at 500 Main Street.
Guest Artists Announced for Playhouse Theatre Group’s Encore! On Tap
An exciting lineup of artists is set to take the stage June 13, 2026 at New Park Brewing in West Hartford, CT to entertain guests at Encore! On Tap.
June 9: Official Send Off Celebration for CT’s Three James Beard Finalists as They Prepare for the 2026 Awards in Chicago
On June 9, the Connecticut Restaurant & Hospitality Association—together with the Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce, the Northwest Connecticut Chamber of Commerce, and the Litchfield Economic Development Commission—will host an official send‑off celebrating its three James Beard Award finalists.
Greater Hartford Gives Foundation Announces Third SEAT Cohort, Empowering Community Residents for Nonprofit Board Leadership
The Greater Hartford Gives Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of the third Hartford cohort of SEAT (Skills Educate Act Transform), a 10-week training program that prepares community residents of color to serve with confidence and purpose on nonprofit boards.
Teeing Up Media Day for the Hartford HealthCare Women’s Championship
Hartford HealthCare and LPGA EPSON Tour are proud to once again host Media Day, offering a first look at the upcoming Hartford HealthCare Women’s Championship presented by Munich Re.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Hartford to Host 2026 Great Futures Celebration: Golden Nights, Golden Futures
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Hartford will host its annual Great Futures Celebration on June 6 at 5:00 p.m. at the Theater of the Performing Arts in Hartford, bringing together more than 400 business and community leaders for an evening centered on youth, opportunity, and impact.
North Hartford Partnership Announces Second Annual Sustainability & Healthy Homes Expo at the Connecticut Convention Center
The North Hartford Partnership is proud to announce its 2nd Annual Sustainability and Healthy Homes Expo, taking place on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Connecticut Convention Center in Hartford, Connecticut.
Hartford Public Library to Host Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Downtown Library
Hartford Public Library (HPL) invites the community to a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, June 1, at 11:00 a.m. at its Downtown Library, 500 Main Street.
Hartford Public Library to Host 3rd Annual Books & Brews Event
Hartford Public Library (HPL) is hosting its 3rd Annual Books & Brews on Thursday, June 4, from 5:30–8:00 p.m. at the Downtown Library, terrace and café.
DoorDash, MetroHartford Alliance, and City of Hartford Partner to Launch Local Business Workshop
DoorDash, MetroHartford Alliance/Hartford Chamber of Commerce, and the City of Hartford today opened applications for the Local Business Workshop—a free, one-day, in-person training on May 12 designed to help businesses grow.
Junior Achievement of Southwest New England to Host 2026 Partners in Achievement Breakfast
Junior Achievement of Southwest New England (JA) will host its annual Partners in Achievement Breakfast on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at the Hartford Marriott Downtown.
United Way and FOX61 Seek Nominations for the 4th Annual ImpaCT Awards
United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut and FOX61 announced nominations are officially open to the public for the 4th Annual ImpaCT Awards.