What Do You Think About the New Facebook Rules for Teens?

The new rules allow 13- to 17-year olds to share updates with anyone — not just friends or friends of friends.

Think You Know Everything About Hocus Pocus?

Think you know everything there is to know about the movie? Think again.

Zombie Outbreak to Strike Manchester Oct. 24

Brains...brains...

Norwalk Aquarium's Lighthouse Contest Deadline Looms

Enter for the prize money or enter for the sake of art. If you're crafty and if you love Long Island Sound, consider entering the Aquarium's annual lighthouse contest.

Onyx Wing Eating Contest Dominated By 'Red Shirt'

Onyx Moonshine to Host Hartford Area Wing Eating Contest

Onyx Moonshine is looking to find "Connecticut's best hot wing eaters."

Disney Scraps Policy Allowing Disabled, Guests to Cut the Line

It may be a small world, after all, but the program is being revamped after reports of abuse by some families who hire disabled "tour guides" to game the system.

Yearning for the '80s? Go See Lionel Richie at MGM Grand Foxwoods Sunday

The former Commodores lead singer and solo artist is hitting the MGM Grand Theater at Foxwoods Sunday.

What's Playing at the Movies?

Here's what's playing in theaters around Manchester, plus showtimes.

What's Playing at the Movies?

Here's what's playing in theaters around Manchester, plus showtimes.

There’s A New Patch in Town: Swallow Falls from Sony Picture Animation’s 'Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2' (Sponsored)

Excited for the new movie "Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the island where the sequel takes place: Swallow Falls. Pack a fork. Sponsored by Sony Pictures.

‘One Direction: This Is Us’ Premiere Parties Sweeping the Nation (Sponsored)

One Direction — otherwise known as Harry, Zayn, Liam, Niall and Louis — hits the big screen in their upcoming film, "One Direction: This Is Us," releasing Aug. 30. TriStar Pictures.

Manchester Theater Holding Auditions for 'Fiddler on the Roof'

Interested in being in the show? Auditions are next Monday, Aug. 19.

Area Churches Gearing Up for 2013 Manchester Summerstock

This local event of fun and activities is happening on Aug. 17.

‘The Smurfs 2’ in Theaters Now (Sponsored)

Get ready for summer fun for the whole family — ‘The Smurfs 2’ is in theaters now! Sponsored by ‘The Smurfs 2’

There’s A New Patch In Town: Disney’s Propwash Junction (Sponsored)

Excited for the new movie "Planes"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the town where Disney's "Planes" takes place: Propwash Junction. No wings required. Sponsored by Disney.

This Weekend's Movies

Here's what is playing in area theaters this weekend, plus showtimes.

Real Warrior Entertainment Brings Pro Wrestling To South Windsor

Grand opening held Friday.

‘Grown Ups 2’ in Theaters Today (Sponsored)

Adam Sandler and an all-star cast reunite for “Grown Ups 2,” this summer’s feel-good comedy. Sponsored by “Grown Ups 2.”

Open Mic Night to be Held

The event will take place at 6 p.m. on Thursday.

Decades Dance to be Held Saturday

The dance will benefit the Little Theatre of Manchester.

Community Update

Hartford Area Roller Derby a Rockin' Good Time

South Glastonbury Woman Wins Miss USA!

Erin Brady, 25, of South Glastonbury, won the title in Las Vegas on Sunday.

Gamers Get Preview of New Nintendo Wii U Games in Manchester

Have you seen the new Nintendo Wii U games yet?

Manchester Best Buy to Preview Nintendo's Wii U Wednesday, Saturday

'After Earth' in Local Theaters Today (Sponsored)

Father-son duo Will and Jaden Smith reunite in this summer’s sci-fi blockbuster, After Earth. Sponsored by Sony.

Sneak Preview: Disney's 'Planes' Movie (Sponsored)

Just for Patch readers, here's a sneak peek at the trailer for this summer's Disney movie: Planes, coming in August. Sponsored by Disney.

Former South Windsor Resident to Star in Tyler Perry Sitcom on Oprah Winfrey's Network

Kendra Johnson, who attended Timothy Edwards Middle School and South Windsor High, will appear in "Love Thy Neighbor" on May 29.

Here Come the Summer's Blockbuster Movies!

What's hot for the summer movie season? Patch has it covered!

A Chorus for Peace on Sunday

The presentation will begin at 4 p.m. at St. Mary's Episcopal Church.

Test Your Manchester History: Where/When Was This Photo Taken?

Test your knowledge of Manchester history with this photo from the Reginald Pinto Photo Collection of the Manchester Historical Society.

Could Cicadas Be the Perfect Summer Snack?

Considered a delicacy in some parts of the world, these bugs in your backyard could be a newfound treat.

Connecticut's Magic Elixir: Witch Hazel

Connecticut is the center of the Witch Hazel universe.

'This Dance Is Not My Own' Set to Hit Manchester

Touring dance company brings its show to Manchester in April.

Imagine Main Street to Host 'Winter Warmer' Event Thursday Night

The evening will provide an opportunity to enjoy shopping, music, art and artisan creations, chocolate, beer and moonshine tasting along Main Street.

After Cruise Ship Nightmare, Would You Book a Cruise?

Passengers reported five days of toxic conditions after a cruise ship lost power. Would this impact your decision to go on a cruise vacation?

Imagine Main Street to Host 'First Thursdays' Event on Feb. 7, 2013

Thursday's event provides an opportunity to enjoy shopping, music, art and artisan creations, chocolate, wine and moonshine tastings.

Silk City Chorus to Serenade for Valentine's Day

Members of the Silk City Chorus will deliver "Singing Valentines" this year.

And the 2013 Grammy Nominees Are...

Did you miss the Grammy Nomination Concert? Here are a list of the contenders - Mumford & Sons came out on top, along with newcomers fun. and Frank Ocean.