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Local Event: UHG Toastmasters Club

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UHG Toastmasters Club

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Hartford Public Library

Come meet the Toastmasters and celebrate the season with a festive afternoon of impromptu speaking, seasoned speeches, and fun Holiday Jeopardy. Guests can experience Toastmasters in action while enjoying free pizza and drinks in an inclusive environment that honors Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Diwali, and New Year's. Participation is optional at this open event, which is perfect for anyone looking to improve their public speaking and leadership skills.

Local Event: Uhg Toastmasters Holiday Celebration

Uhg Toastmasters Holiday Celebration

Come meet the Toastmasters and celebrate the season with a festive afternoon of impromptu speaking, seasoned speeches, and fun...

Annette Wright

Michael Lemanski

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West Hartford

Rich Kirby

Wethersfield

Newington

Jay Kenney

South Windsor

Rocky Hill

Windsor

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Avon

First Church of Christ In Wethersfield

The Underground NE will host Stand-Up for Freedom 2026, its largest annual fundraising event, on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at First Church of Christ, 250 Main Street in Wethersfield, Connecticut. The evening will feature nationally renowned clean comedian Kerri Pomarolli, whose performance begins at 7:30 p.m. Proceeds will directly support human trafficking survivor services through The Underground NE.

Prior to the comedy show, an art show featuring original artwork created by survivor artists will take place from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., with pieces available for purchase.

“Stand-Up for Freedom is an opportunity for our community to come together for an uplifting evening while making a meaningful difference in the lives of survivors.”
 — Dr. Nadine A. Thomas, Executive Director

Local Event: Clean Comedy Night 2026

Clean Comedy Night 2026

The Underground NE will host Stand-Up for Freedom 2026, its largest annual fundraising event, on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at...

Westminster Presbyterian Church

Join us for a free, welcoming community event hosted by Westminster Presbyterian Church and sponsored by the West Hartford Prevention Partnership, focused on UNDERSTANDING ADDICTION: CAUSES, CONCERNS, &amp; SOLUTIONS.
Featured Speaker: Dr. Nii Addy, a Yale professor, neuroscientist, and mental health advocate. Dr. Addy will break down the neuroscience behind the brain's role in addiction in an accessible way, describe effective interventions and recovery strategies, and offer practical ways to support individuals and families.
Whether you are seeking personal insight, supporting a loved one, or looking to make a difference in our community, this gathering offers a safe, compassionate space to ask questions and build genuine connections. Together, we can break the stigma surrounding addiction and strengthen local support networks.

Local Event: Understanding Addiction: Causes, Concerns, & Solutions: A Community Conversation

Understanding Addiction: Causes, Concerns, &...

Join us for a free, welcoming community event hosted by Westminster Presbyterian Church and sponsored by the West Hartford...

Understanding Addiction: Causes, Concerns, & Solutions: A Community Conversation

Connecticut Lyric Opera presents a contemporary opera by Judge Richard Owen in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, with a pre-performance lecture by Dr. Cornelia Dayton of the University of Connecticut’s History Department. Tickets are $30; students and children are admitted free, and a limited number of free tickets are available for people with financial barriers.

Local Event: Abigail Adams

Abigail Adams

Connecticut Lyric Opera presents a contemporary opera by Judge Richard Owen in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, with...

The Bushnell Performing Arts Center

John Violinist is an internationally recognized violinist whose performances bridge contemporary R&amp;B, soul, and modern instrumental artistry. Known for his dynamic stage presence and crowd engaging style, John has built a reputation for delivering concerts that are both musically rich and visually captivating.
He has performed for high-profile audiences, including appearances before Tom Werner, Anthony Anderson, Queen Latifah, Valerie Simpson and Simone Biles. John has been featured on Talk of the Table with Gayle King, and his work has aired on VH1, BET, and MTV.
In recognition of his creative influence, John was selected for TikTok's first 100 Black Creatives program and now serves as a partner with the platform.&nbsp;&nbsp;He has built a powerful online presence, amassing more than 50 million views across social media. His collaborations include projects with Paramount and JBL Pro. John has been invited to perform at signature cultural events such as the National NAACP Gala in Boston, the Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony at the Connecticut State Capitol, the Juneteenth Freedom Foundation Festival in Washington, DC and the BET Soul Train Music Awards 50th Anniversary Soul Luncheon.
His debut album RISE showcases his unique blend of soul, artistry and modern violin. Check out:&nbsp;&nbsp;www.johnviolinist.com&nbsp;

Local Event: John Violinist Coming to The Bushnell on Sat., Nov. 7, 2026 at 7:30pm

John Violinist Coming to The Bushnell on Sat.,...

 John Violinist is an internationally recognized violinist whose performances bridge contemporary R&B, soul, and modern...

John Violinist Coming to The Bushnell on Sat., Nov. 7, 2026 at 7:30pm

Artists Collective Inc

Join the Connecticut Symphony Orchestra as it opens its 97th
season with an unforgettable afternoon of powerful music under the baton of music director Paul McShee. The program features Florence Price's evocative Ethiopia's Shadow in America, Ulysses Kay's dynamic Concerto for Orchestra, and Tchaikovsky's deeply moving Symphony No. 6, "Pathétique." This inspiring program combines history, artistry, and emotional intensity in a compelling concert experience.The concert will take place Sunday, November 8, 3 pm at the Artist’s Collective, 1200 Albany Avenue, Hartford, CT., 06112. Tickets are $20, free for students with i.d., and may be purchased online at www:connecticutsymphony.org or at the door.




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Local Event: The Connecticut Symphony Orchestra Presents Where Shadows Speak

The Connecticut Symphony Orchestra Presents...

Join the Connecticut Symphony Orchestra as it opens its 97th
season with an unforgettable afternoon of powerful music under the...

The Connecticut Symphony Orchestra Presents Where Shadows Speak

Delamar West Hartford

After Multiple Sold-Out Performances in West Hartford, Parlor of Impossibilities is back!
Some evenings entertain you.
Others stay with you.
After a string of sold-out performances, Parlor of Impossibilities is back in West Hartford for an intimate theatrical experience unlike anything else in Connecticut.
Created by Las Vegas headliner Jason Bird, this isn't a traditional magic show. It's an elegant evening of mystery, psychology, impossible coincidences, and astonishing demonstrations of human perception, performed just feet from the audience in an intimate parlor setting.
With only 60 guests admitted to each performance, every reaction matters. Every impossible moment happens in full view. There are no camera tricks, no stooges, and nowhere for the impossible to hide.
For more than two decades, Jason Bird performed over 9,000 shows in Las Vegas, entertained more than one million people worldwide, and has appeared on television, including Fox,&nbsp;NBC's&nbsp;America's Got Talent, the CW's&nbsp;Masters of Illusion, and&nbsp;Penn &amp; Teller: Fool Us. But Parlor of Impossibilities is the show he's always wanted to create: sophisticated, immersive, thought-provoking, and unforgettable.
Guests don't simply leave asking, "How did he do that?"
They leave questioning what they know about wonder, illusion, the human mind, and the nature of reality itself.
Whether you're planning an unforgettable date night, celebrating a special occasion, or simply looking for something extraordinary, this is an evening you'll be talking about long after the final curtain.


Only 60 seats are available for each performance.
Tickets &amp; Information: ParlorOfImpossibilities.com <a href="mailto:Jason@JasonBirdProductions.com"></a>

Local Event: Parlor Of Impossibilities - The Magic Show

Parlor Of Impossibilities - The Magic Show

After Multiple Sold-Out Performances in West Hartford, Parlor of Impossibilities is back!
Some evenings entertain you.
Others...

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<h4>SoloAgersConnect presents this FREE informative webinar.</h4>
<h3>Medicaid, Burial Costs, and Final Arrangements: What You Need to Know</h3>
RSVP with the event link. 
This practical webinar brings together experienced professionals in advance planning and Connecticut Medicaid/Title 19 guidance to help solo agers approach these important decisions for themselves—or while caring for an aging parent—with greater confidence and clarity.
Participants will learn how thoughtful advance planning can support personal wishes, preserve independence, improve preparedness, and reduce stress for loved ones. The discussion will also clarify the administrative steps involved in Medicaid eligibility and applications for long-term care services.
<h5>What You’ll Learn</h5>
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<li>Why advance planning can document and support your final wishes and give your family peace of mind.</li>
<li>Ways to prepare for long-term care while maintaining control and independence.</li>
<li>The role of Medicaid-compliant final expense and funeral trusts.</li>
<li>Core considerations in Connecticut Medicaid/Title 19 eligibility and applications.</li>
<li>How organized documentation and professional coordination can reduce delays and stress.</li>
<li>Where non-attorney guidance ends and legal counsel may be needed.</li>
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<h5>Who should attend?</h5>
Solo agers and anyone planning for their own future, caring for an aging parent, or seeking a clearer understanding of final-arrangement planning and Connecticut Medicaid support. Anyone in this situation who seeks to learn more about these topics in Connecticut or in general.
Presenters are Brian J. Cimbak of JG Advance Planning and Akua Okyere, CEO of Compass Title19 Consultants LLC.&nbsp;
Brian is a Connecticut native, licensed funeral director with more than 15 years of industry experience, and a licensed insurance consultant. He has helped countless families establish Medicaid-compliant final expense and funeral trusts, the best way to consider asset protection in long-term or nursing home situations, and plan final arrangements with careful attention to detail.
Akua is an adult Medicaid/Title 19 operations and policy leader with extensive Connecticut Department of Social Services experience in eligibility, compliance, policy, program development, and operational management. Through Compass, a Connecticut-based non-attorney Medicaid consulting firm, she provides administrative support for HUSKY C, Long-Term Services &amp; Supports, nursing home Medicaid, and Home and Community-Based Waiver applications.

Local Event: Free Webinar on Medicaid, Burial Costs, and Final Arrangements

Free Webinar on Medicaid, Burial Costs, and...

SoloAgersConnect presents this FREE informative webinar.
Medicaid, Burial Costs, and Final Arrangements: What You Need to...

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