Holy Family Retreat & Conference Center

Come one, come all to a very special event!

Local Event: Farmington UNICO ItalianSunday Dinner

Hartford County

Farmington

Connecticut

Farmington UNICO ItalianSunday Dinner

Come one, come all to a very special event!

Ginny Mugavero

Michael Lemanski

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Avon

West Hartford

Rich Kirby

Newington

Berlin

Southington

Greater Hartford

Wethersfield

Canton

Simsbury

Rocky Hill

Warby Parker Shops at Farmington Valley

👀 It’s time to see what you’ve been missing! Now offering eye exams at Warby Parker Shops at Farmington Valley in Canton, CT! 👓 Comprehensive eye exams start at just $95, and we accept insurance. Plus, find your perfect pair with glasses starting at $95! ✨ Ready for clearer vision and a fresh new look? Book online at warbyparker.com/exams, call 860-936-1468, or stop by in person. We can’t wait to see you!

Local Event: Now Offering Eye Exams at Warby Parker - Shops at Farmington Valley

Now Offering Eye Exams at Warby Parker - Shops...

👀 It’s time to see what you’ve been missing! Now offering eye exams at Warby Parker Shops at Farmington Valley in Canton, CT! 👓...

Now Offering Eye Exams at Warby Parker - Shops at Farmington Valley

Bridge Arts & Healing Center

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLEDJoin us for A Fall Wellness Journey, a full-day experience designed to help you slow down, reconnect, and renew.
Throughout the day, we’ll move through grounding practices, yoga-based movement, somatic breathwork, guided journaling, chakra connection, Reiki healing, reflection, and community. Lunch will be provided by Liquid Nirvana.
This experience is for anyone feeling called to pause, release stress, reconnect with themselves, and move into the season feeling more grounded and restored.
Saturday, October 24, 2026 10:00 AM–3:00 PM The Bridge Healing Arts Center 304 Main St., Farmington, CT
$125 Early Bird through October 9 $145 after Lunch included.
Spaces are limited.
Register at powerofthepause.life
Led by Wind and Debra Borrero&nbsp;in partnership with Metanoia Mindful &amp; Power of the Pause

Local Event: CANCELLED: A Fall Wellness Journey

CANCELLED: A Fall Wellness Journey

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLEDJoin us for A Fall Wellness Journey, a full-day experience designed to help you slow down,...

Bridge Street Live

🎸 Bad Company Fans— This Show is for You!&nbsp;Get ready for an incredible night of CLASSIC ROCK as SHOOTING STAR — The Bad Company Experience takes the stage at Bridge Street Live in Collinsville, CT!WATCH&nbsp;VIDEO&nbsp;HERE:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://youtu.be/uRcxnEVORWs?si=RjPN7eDNji7w8aTF" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">youtu.be/uRcxnEVORWs?si=RjPN7eDNji7w8aTF</a>
Relive the legendary music of Bad Company, including unforgettable hits like "Can't Get Enough," "Feel Like Makin' Love," "Rock 'n' Roll Fantasy," "Shooting Star," and more!
Experience powerful vocals, outstanding musicianship, and the energy of the classic rock era — performed LIVE!
📅 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2026 📍 BRIDGE STREET LIVE — COLLINSVILLE, CT
Whether you've been a Bad Company fan for decades or simply love great live rock music, this is a concert you won't want to miss!
🎟️ GET YOUR TICKETS NOW — SEATING IS LIMITED!<a href="https://www.41bridgestreet.com/tickets/p/shooting-star-bad-company-tribute" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">41bridgestreet.com/tickets/p/shooting-star-bad-company-tribute</a>
Presented by Music Tribute Productions Inc.

Local Event: 🎸 Bad Company Tribute – Shooting Star Live at Bridge Street Live, October 24

Collinsville

🎸 Bad Company Tribute – Shooting Star Live at...

🎸 Bad Company Fans— This Show is for You! Get ready for an incredible night of CLASSIC ROCK as SHOOTING STAR — The Bad Company...

🎸 Bad Company Tribute – Shooting Star Live at Bridge Street Live, October 24

Jay Estate

<img src="https://jayheritagecenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Balloon-300x200.jpg">Jay Day is our classic fall family festival held annually at the 23-acre award-winning Jay Estate with offerings for everyone! Join us on Sunday, October 25 from 11am - 3pm. New this year in honor of the Montgolfier Brothers invention of the hot-air balloon in 1783 - you guessed it - learn all about the thermodynamics of these beautiful aircrafts from <a href="https://www.libertyballoon.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Liberty Balloon Company</a>. Enjoy outdoor activities and old-fashioned entertainment as we commemorate America 250 with a very special chance to see authentic centuries-old artifacts of the Revolutionary War at the historic first home of patriot and peacemaker John Jay. <a href="https://youtu.be/1-5rBwbfv08?si=7Y61Jf0fiNcaNAr2" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Watch a video from last year's festival here.&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;
<a href="https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/b5a7d988-48ca-4a56-bb9b-28da36e2bc0e" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">REGISTER HERE TO AVOID THE LINES.</a>
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FAMILY ACTIVITIES
* Silhouette artist <a href="https://www.sweet-silhouette.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Varin Acevado</a> will create heirloom portraits. * Stilt walkers &amp; jugglers ensure super photo ops for the whole family! * Professional facepainters from <a href="https://www.jamesdaniel.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">James Daniel Entertainment </a>will create butterflies and dragons with deft dabs of paint and glitter! * Join the <a href="https://www.ryetroop2.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Rye Boy Scouts Troop 2</a> for boat racing in the reflecting pool * Create your own take-home origami animals with talented volunteers from our Japanese community partners in Harrison. * Try your hand at special geocaching activities in honor of America at 250 highlighting John Jay's role as spymaster during the Revolutionary War. * Make a self-portrait with artist <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ellenjingxu/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Jing (Ellen) Xu </a>and ColorWorld. * Learn about robotics and STEAM with <a href="https://www.makeinspires.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">MakeInspires.</a> * Don't miss the rocket show with <a href="https://newyorkcity.madscience.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Mad Science!</a> * Pony rides and the petting zoo are family favorites!

ALL AGES
* Self-guided tours of<a href="https://parks.ny.gov/history/rev-war?utm_campaign=NYSOGS+Parks-RevWar250&amp;utm_source=Google&amp;utm_medium=Search&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=23972741403&amp;gbraid=0AAAABD-CRbX_77SLGE4f5AlYAwtMckwIS&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwlsfWBhD4ARIsACL7p1GnNW59-3sZb1eG8wDrPXmniU0OpY52GakfKQTDy-DZfXtRno0_JBwaAnZYEALw_wcB" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> Revisit the Revolution Exhibit</a> at the Jay Mansion. * Self-guided tours of the award-winning Jay Estate Gardens (2022 NYS Nonprofit Excellence, 2023 ICAA Landscape Design, 2026 GCA Historic Preservation). * Nibble on savories from food trucks and local favorites like Cousins Lobster Roll, Jimmy's Soft Serve, Crazy Taco Mex, Food Truck Refinery, Westchester Burger and Mangones Market. * LIVE Music from <a href="https://www.brooklynbluegrass.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Brooklyn Bluegrass Collective</a>. * Horse-drawn Carriage Rides by Pelham Bit Carriages. * Shop for the holidays early or for any occasion - explore gorgeous jewelry, sweaters, fine art photographs, handcrafted Japanese pottery from <a href="https://nslifestyles.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">NS Lifestyles</a>, <a href="https://shopthebeehive.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Beehive</a>, <a href="https://www.crichlowfineart.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Crichlow Fine Art</a>, <a href="https://hirokosceramics.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Hiroko's Ceramics</a> and many more bespoke offerings from our vendors * Learn about 10,000 years of archaeology beneath our feet with Dr. Eugene Boesch.
More activities being added every day! Admission is $50 per family and $20 individual.
Thank you to our Jay Day Co-Chairs Lindsay Bello Martin, Claire Weschler, Jennifer Soliman and Julia Thalhammer and 2026 RCDS Community Engagement Fellow Ellora Shah.&nbsp;
More volunteers welcome! Contact us at <a href="mailto:jayheritagecenter@gmail.com">jayheritagecenter@gmail.com</a> to sign up for a shift.
The Jay Heritage Center (JHC) is a dynamic nonprofit which manages the Jay Estate in Rye, New York. The 23-acre park that they have preserved and interpreted since 1992 is an award-winning culture hub and wildlife refuge on Long Island Sound. Located in the heart of Westchester’s only National Historic Landmark District, the site welcomes visitors April through November to learn about our nation’s flawed yet precious democracy through indoor and outdoor public programs. Offerings about American History feature prominent writers and educators. Free horticulture and birding workshops teach guests about native plants and wildlife. Family-friendly concerts draw hundreds for old-fashioned fun and unplugged enjoyment. The site is a member of NY State's Path Through History and Westchester County's African American Heritage Trail. Sign up to volunteer or access all they offer at <a href="https://jayheritagecenter.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.jayheritagecenter.org</a>
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Local Event: Jay Day - Fall Family Festival

Westchester County

New York

Jay Day - Fall Family Festival

Jay Day is our classic fall family festival held annually at the 23-acre award-winning Jay Estate with offerings for everyone!...

Socceropolis winter indoor class registration for boys &amp; girls ages 3-8yr olds &nbsp;is now open ⚽️ Enroll now @ www.socceropolis.com

Local Event: Socceropolis Indoor Classes for 3-8yr olds 

Socceropolis Indoor Classes for 3-8yr olds 

Socceropolis winter indoor class registration for boys & girls ages 3-8yr olds  is now open ⚽️ Enroll now @ www.socceropolis.com 

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