Name: Climate Future Film Festival - Chapter 2
Start: 2026-10-18T14:00:00-04:00
Location: Unitarian Universalist Society East

Unitarian Universalist Society East

All are welcome to a free showing of The Climate Future Film Festival - Chapter 2! on Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026, at 2 PM at Unitarian Universalist Society East, 153 Vernon St West, Manchester, CT. This new collection of 12 short films from around the world, explores the interior response to climate change - visceral, personal, artistic, and emotional. Whether or not you have seen the original, Chapter 1 set of films, shown at UUSE in September 2025, you will be moved by these powerful short films to renewed action to fight the causes of and mitigate the harms done by climate change. Come early to share info and ideas. 
Sponsored by the Sustainable Living Committee at UUSE. For details, contact uuseoffice@uuse.org, call 860-646-5151, or visit <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fuuse.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwcGRvZgVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFncnI2cGtoOG1hRE15cEd1c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHsBHWHfScBBBXVCx_EspU505md-wvDk9-cmbRonswhSeq1plLcHbN52rDDvf_aem_soXgnK-nVFTiiiw-DoufSw&amp;h=AUCNhRYp7uPCBvSnPg-L4Y2-dmn9e_auRvR_J_m2aruTRLAR4YPZcNdl7-PrXkHJXkkOTfc1P15X7Yfv1gLYuYutgmrJCvyvqPGQpJMrkZbsL18rWmV17ZcovShRFJX_1e1MwRHzhNA31oLpR90R8oFO8qdbdQhx1CM&amp;__tn__=q&amp;c[0]=AUCIco2pthwM5PB56ZUhjY2K4j-PI27SgWmhB5__V_CGxzPvcQT8ixmLLxc2Tmyi83BSHqZ5SeX_LWzcEitM49svYNcw0s5qz-zp3Nvrnknuj5L8TiCBvi2vEsgSeFcxAIhfS3eHXm7EzOTZVvFHWVpPRlo_gatm6Go" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">uuse.org</a>

Local Event: Climate Future Film Festival - Chapter 2

Hartford County

Chris Dehnel

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Manchester

Connecticut

Climate Future Film Festival - Chapter 2

 All are welcome to a free showing of The Climate Future Film Festival - Chapter 2! on Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026, at 2 PM at...

The Webster

House of Heavy is a night built for the fans who crave the pit, the riffs, the breakdowns, and the chaos, but are tired of waiting for the next metal tour to hit their city. We’re bringing the energy of a packed metal show to you all year long: the nu-metal nostalgia, the alt-metal anthems, the metal-core breakdowns. Come scream along, throw down with friends, and lose yourself in the heaviest night out your city has to offer<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/159058/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

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Funny Bone Comedy Club & Restaurant

Dan Soder is a stand-up comedian, actor, and radio personality known for his sharp wit, grounded perspective, and effortless storytelling. His recent work continues to gain strong traction: his podcast, Soder, has quickly become a fan favorite, and his YouTube special, Dan Soder: On The Road, continues that momentum, now with more than 4 million views on YouTube. He is currently on the second leg of a 25-city national tour with Outback Presents. Dan will shoot his Netflix Special this Summer. From 2015 to 2023, Soder co-hosted SiriusXM’s hit show The Bonfire alongside Big Jay Oakerson, cultivating a loyal audience through his quick humor and relatable voice. As an actor, he starred for seven seasons as Dudley “Mafee” on Showtime’s Billions, with additional appearances on Inside Amy Schumer and Paradise PD. His film credits include Trainwreck and Drunk Parents. Soder’s stand-up career includes Not Special (Comedy Central, 2016), a breakout appearance on Netflix’s The Standups, and his 2019 HBO special, Son of a Gary.

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Trae Crowder first gained international attention (or notoriety depending on your politics) in 2016 for his hugely viral series of “Liberal Redneck” comedic “porch rant” videos. Since then, Trae has written a best-selling book, The Liberal Redneck Manifesto: Draggin Dixie Outta The Dark, toured the country thrice over playing sold out theatre shows under the WellRED Comedy Tour banner, appeared on Real Time with Bill Maher (HBO), Nightline (ABC), The View, Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell (MSNBC), NPR, WTF with Marc Maron, MTV, CNN, Huffington Post and in the Veronica Mars reboot, as “Chattanooga Charlie”, among many others. Initially from rural Celina, TN, Trae now lives in Los Angeles, CA and has developed and sold five scripted pilots for Warner Bros TV, ABC, and FOX and continues to work as a writer. Trae stars in and produces regular sketches for Comedy Central, Funny or Die, ATTN, Facebook Watch, New York Daily News which have garnered tens of millions of views online. Crowder also co-wrote and produced an hour-long documentary titled Inherent Good, featuring Crowder and former presidential candidate Andrew Yang, about universal basic income. Additionally, Trae co-hosts the hugely popular “WellRED,” “Evening Skews” and “Puttin’ On Airs” podcasts. His debut 30-minute standup comedy special was taped in 2021 in Nashville, TN and his latest full-length special “Trash Daddy” is avaialble now on YouTube. He also continues to rant and rave on the internet to the mostly-delight of his lovely fanbase.

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Did you know… on September 22, 1780, General George Washington and Comte de Rochambeau met for the first time in Hartford, on the very site where Connecticut’s Old State House stands today? Their meeting forged the French-American alliance which helped turn the tide of the Revolution.
Two hundred and forty-six years later….
Connecticut’s Old State House and Mount Vernon invite you to gather to explore the full story of that first meeting and the complexities of freedom and the American Revolution.
Don’t Miss this FREE Professional Development Workshop for Educators (K-12!) Lunch and materials provided at no cost. Space is limited!
To RSVP, click <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScAMFq669xRTc1d8P_6b5p1P4VIj63yFhp8y9mjpSGbvpqpBQ/viewform" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HERE</a>
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Washington &amp; Rochambeau: The Duality of Fighting for Freedom &amp; Slavery Presentation by Dr. Anthony Martin, Central Connecticut State University, examining the contradictions in Washington and Rochambeau as military leaders fighting for freedom, and as enslavers.
Guided Outdoor Walking Tour exploring Hartford’s and Connecticut’s Revolutionary War history
Mount Vernon Resources for Teaching about Washington and Slavery Presentation by Brenda Haenchen, George Washington Teacher Institute 250 Ambassador, who will share an array of classroom-ready resources from Mount Vernon and the George Washington Teacher Institute, including primary sources and lesson plans developed by teachers across the country.
A Visit to Museum of Connecticut History to see Connecticut’s Revolution, the new exhibit that examines our state’s role in the founding of the United States and showcases treasures from the Connecticut State Library’s rich collections.
PARKING: Parking at State House Square Parking Garage, located at 75 Market Street, costs a maximum of $10 with validation from Connecticut’s Old State House. Metered street parking is available. Free on-street parking is available after 6 pm and on weekends. Please follow posted parking instructions.
Our Doors Are Open: Our building is mobility friendly with a ramp on the West side entrance and elevator access to all floors. Our bathrooms are on the ground floor and have changing tables. If you wish to inquire about special accommodations for a tour or special event, please call (860) 860-240-5340.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/160388/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More Info

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Lutz Children's Museum

Join us for Fall Into Autumn as we explore the Autumn Equinox and all the exciting changes that come with fall. 9/22 4:00pm-6:30pmCreate colorful fall crafts, discover how plants and animals prepare for the new season, and meet some of our animal ambassadors up close! Come explore, create, and celebrate&nbsp;the first days of fall with us!FREE with museum admission.

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Get ready for a chaotic and hilarious night as Jane Don’t (breakout star of RuPaul’s Drag Race) hits the stage with her signature unhinged humor and sharp wit. Expect wild drag numbers, plenty of audience shenanigans, and moments that could go completely off the rails in the best way. She’ll be joined by local drag star, Ambrosia Black and other special guests for a show that will keep you laughing all the way down Route 66!

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Join extraordinary baritone Jermaine Woodard Jr. and friends for an evening of Pop, Jazz, Classical, and American Songbook favorites. A dynamic trio of piano, drums, and upright bass will accompany Jermaine. Refreshments available. Free! Please reserve your ticket in advance.&nbsp;

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Date &amp; Time: Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM &ndash; 11:00 PMLocation: Georgina's Banquet Facility, Bolton, CT.
Description:
It&rsquo;s officially time to celebrate 50 years! Join us for the main event of our reunion weekend at Georgina's. Reconnect with lifelong friends, enjoy a fantastic dinner, and dance the night away to classic hits played by a live professional DJ.
<ul><li>Ticket Cutoff: Tuesday, September 22, 2026 (Strict deadline to finalize catering headcounts&mdash;Sorry nO&nbsp; tickets at the door!).</li><li>RSVP &amp; Info: Call or text Carl Slicer at 860-559-1760 to secure your spot. <a href="mailto:CSlicer@GMAil.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">CSlicer@GMAil.com</a>. Payment via Venmo or Check.&nbsp;</li></ul>
Event Title: RHS Class of 1976 &ndash; Reunion

Rockville High School- Class of 1976 – 50th...

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