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Time to Get Out of the House

Folks can head to a flower show for a shot of spring or to the ski hill for the thrill of a snowy season.

Here are our picks for the spots to visit, enjoy and remember.

1. 

Where/When: Funky Monkey Café, Friday, 7 p.m.

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Why Go: The husband & wife band, the Sawtelles, are playing

Price: the “hat” will be passed

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2.

Where/When: TD Bank Sports Center at Quinnipiac University, York Hill Campus in Hamden, Saturday 4 p.m.

Why Go: Quinnipiac Men’s Basketball v. Fairleigh Dickinson

Price: $11/$13

3. 

Where/When: CT Convention Center, Hartford, Thursday-Saturday 10 a.m.- 8 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m.- 6 p.m.

Why Go: It’s Spring in February

Price: Adults: $14.00/Seniors: $12.00 (Thursday & Friday only)/ Children ages 7-14: $2.00 /Children 6 & under: Free

4.  WINTER CARNIVAL AT MT. SOUTHINGTON

Where/When: Mt. Southington Ski Area, Saturday, 10 a.m.

Why Go: A full day of events and activities for the whole family.

Price: free admission

5.  Cheshire Anime Club 

 Where/When:
Cheshire Library, 3 pm - 4:30 pm.

Why Go: Teens can enjoy the Japanese animation known as Anime at this monthly gathering. Enjoy snacks like Ramune and Pocky

Price: Free

Still want more?  Check out our family-friendly refreshed every Wednesday.

We know you have your own favorites that we missed, so please share them in the comments box below.

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