Matthew J. Wagner

Hartford County

Michael Lemanski

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Simsbury

Connecticut

Canton

Avon

Jay Kenney

Granby-East Granby

Windsor

West Hartford

Farmington

Greater Hartford

Suffield

Windsor Locks-East Windsor

South Windsor

Simsbury Historical Society

Step into the past at an outdoor living history demonstration including civilian life, camp life, and weapon demonstrations by members of Ye Olde Lebanon Towne Militia. In character and outfitted with period-accurate clothing, wares, and tools, re-enactors will transform Simsbury Historical Society’s grounds into a Revolutionary War militia encampment. Engage with the re-enactors and imagine life in 1776!&nbsp;Hours 10 am - 4 pm. Free parking at 10 Phelps Lane and in nearby public parking lots along Iron Horse Blvd.
Sponsored by the Simsbury 250th Celebration Committee. <a href="https://simsbury250th.weebly.com/april-25-militia-encampment--re-enactments.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Learn more.</a> Free of charge. Family-Friendly.

Local Event: Revolutionary War Militia Encampment and Re-enactments

Revolutionary War Militia Encampment and...

Step into the past at an outdoor living history demonstration including civilian life, camp life, and weapon demonstrations by...

Revolutionary War Militia Encampment and Re-enactments

Eno Memorial Hall - Simsbury Senior Center

2026 season of the&nbsp;Simsbury Chamber Music Festival.&nbsp;
Sunday, April 26, at 3pm. "Masterworks Series"&nbsp;
Eno Memorial Hall, 754 Hopmeadow Street, Simsbury, CT.&nbsp;
The concert will feature&nbsp;world-renowned Lang Lang International Scholar and Young Steinway Artist&nbsp;Taige Wang,&nbsp;performing solo piano works by Liszt, Schumann, Granados, and Bolcom. Hartt Community Division chamber group will join him to deliver wonderful chamber music. Please also check the attached poster and his youtube videos! Admission is free. $25 suggested donations.With any question, contact: kataviolin@yahoo.com or 860-205-6290
Check out Taige's incredible performances:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfvSND0FHKs&amp;fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExSmFYdlRlWVdoSFUxR0JqdXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4pX38yT4fs9a3aaESZQ527__SZAE0JPXlDiC2mXfh-KXy5NqlpSx7IhqaU8g_aem_uRL0yIOd-9u2z-WtfLBnxw" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NfvSND0FHKs</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-pkjH2jU7D8&amp;fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExSmFYdlRlWVdoSFUxR0JqdXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4FqmOFLr5Q4DQ8nExpeRs9VXeIXYCXIbQ8Qn4VwnENL0ZJctsRQIh5x6MQJg_aem_KEUBkWuQderpAJmJ-Ox_8Q" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-pkjH2jU7D8</a>

Local Event: Simsbury Chamber Music Festival.

Simsbury Chamber Music Festival.

2026 season of the Simsbury Chamber Music Festival. 
Sunday, April 26, at 3pm. "Masterworks Series" 
Eno Memorial Hall, 754...

The Artisan at The Delamar

Secret Supper Society: An Evening of Fine Dining &amp; Impossible Magic
Step into a hidden world where elegance meets the unexplainable.
The Secret Supper Society is not just a dinner—it’s an experience.
Guests will enjoy a refined, multi-course dining experience in an intimate setting, paired with astonishing, up-close magic and mentalism performed just inches away. This is not stage magic. This is interactive, impossible, and deeply personal.
Throughout the evening, you won’t just watch the magic… you’ll feel it.
Expect moments that spark laughter, disbelief, and genuine connection as reality bends right in front of you.
This is an experience designed for those who appreciate the finer things—exceptional food, great company, and unforgettable moments.
Seating is extremely limited to preserve the intimacy of the evening.
If you’re looking for something different… something elevated… something you’ll be talking about long after it ends—
This is your invitation.

Local Event: The Secret Supper Society

The Secret Supper Society

Secret Supper Society: An Evening of Fine Dining & Impossible Magic
Step into a hidden world where elegance meets the...

We’re excited to invite students in&nbsp;grades 4–7&nbsp;to campus for&nbsp;S.P.A.R.K.—a free, hands-on&nbsp;morning of discovery&nbsp;at Kingswood Oxford on&nbsp;Saturday, May 16.
S.P.A.R.K.&nbsp;stands for&nbsp;Science. Play. Action. Research. Knowledge,&nbsp;and that’s exactly what the morning is all about. Students will dive into interactive labs, ask big questions, and explore how science connects to the world around them.
Throughout the morning, students will rotate through all three engaging sessions:
Snack Science: Cracking the Code of Carbs, Fats &amp; Proteins
Students will test everyday foods to uncover the building blocks of life - carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins.
From Cabbage to Chemistry: A Color-Changing Exploration of pH
Using red cabbage as a natural indicator, students will experiment with acids and bases and watch chemistry come alive in vibrant color.
Air Apparent: The Invisible Force All Around Us
Through hands-on experiments, students will explore the properties of air—and discover just how powerful something invisible can be.
Event Details:
Date:&nbsp;Saturday, May 16
Time:&nbsp;9:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.&nbsp;(Check-in begins at 8:45 a.m.)
Location:&nbsp;Kingswood Oxford Middle School - 832 Trout Brook Drive, West Hartford
Cost:&nbsp;Free
<a href="https://campko.campbrainregistration.com/?returnUrl=%2FLanding&amp;queueittoken=e_globalthrottle~ts_1775849552~ce_true~rt_safetynet~h_895af290e0d8eeb7de89651d1c06f75556250f428264dbe16be555a55bedcb04" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">REGISTRATION LINK</a>
Space is limited
Sign up by May 12
Students should bring a&nbsp;water bottle. Snacks will be provided.
This is a fun, energetic introduction to the kind of curiosity-driven, hands-on learning that defines the KO experience, and we’d love for your child to be part of it.
We look forward to welcoming you to campus for a morning of discovery.

Local Event: S.P.A.R.K. Free Morning of Science Discovery at Kingswood Oxford

S.P.A.R.K. Free Morning of Science Discovery at...

We’re excited to invite students in grades 4–7 to campus for S.P.A.R.K.—a free, hands-on morning of discovery at Kingswood...

S.P.A.R.K. Free Morning of Science Discovery at Kingswood Oxford

Golf Club of Avon

Gifts of Love Golf Tournament Returns May 18 at Golf Club of Avon
Tee up for a great cause this spring! Gifts of Love invites the community to its annual Golf Tournament on Monday, May 18 at the beautiful Golf Club of Avon.
This fun-filled day brings together local supporters for 18 holes of golf, contests, raffles, auctions, and more—all to benefit families in need across the Greater Hartford area.
Proceeds from the tournament help Gifts of Love provide food, clothing, and essential support to hundreds of local families each week, including distributing over 375 backpacks filled with nutritious, kid-friendly meals.
Golfers of all skill levels are welcome. Sponsorship opportunities are also available for businesses looking to make a meaningful impact in the community.
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📍 Golf Club of Avon, Avon, CT
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⛳ 18 holes, contests, raffles, and prizes
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Spots are limited—register today or learn more at <a href="https://secure.qgiv.com/for/24p8iz/event/2026golftournament/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">secure.qgiv.com/for/24p8iz/event/2026golftournament/</a>
Come out for a great day on the course and help drive change for local families in need.

Local Event: 6th Annual Gifts of Love Golf Tournament

6th Annual Gifts of Love Golf Tournament

Gifts of Love Golf Tournament Returns May 18 at Golf Club of Avon
Tee up for a great cause this spring! Gifts of Love invites...

Hop Meadow Country Club

The Friends of the Simsbury Public Library will hold their 2026 Spring Author Luncheon on Tuesday, May 19 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hop Meadow Country Club in Simsbury, CT.They will host New York Times bestselling author, Patti Callahan Henry, who will discuss her latest historical mystery novel, The Story She Left Behind, an engaging, lyrical tale based on a real, unsolved literary mystery of author Barbara Newhall Follett. The cost is $45 per person and includes an entree, bread basket, delicious dessert, and lemonade/ice tea, tea/coffee (cash bar). Books will be available for purchase and autographing. This is a popular event with limited seating so get your reservations in early! Please RSVP by April 30th. You can register online via the library’s event calendar or call the library at (860) 658-7663 with questions.
Patti Callahan Henry is a New York Times, Globe and Mail, and USA Today bestselling author of seventeen novels, including The Secret Book of Flora Lee. She’s also a podcast host of original content for her novels, Surviving Savannah
and Becoming Mrs. Lewis. Her books have been translated into over 20 languages and have been the Barnes and Noble Book Club Pick, Amazon Editor Pick, Goodreads Book of the Year finalist, People Magazine Choice, Book of the Month Selection, and more.

Local Event: Friends of the Simsbury Public Library Spring Author Luncheon

Friends of the Simsbury Public Library Spring...

The Friends of the Simsbury Public Library will hold their 2026 Spring Author Luncheon on Tuesday, May 19 from 11:30 a.m. to 2...

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