Old New-Gate Prison & Copper Mine, 115 Newgate Rd, East Granby, CT, 06026

A play written about the 1781 Revolutionary War prison escape that led to the death of a young guard. An immersive whodunit mystery, that takes place in the guardhouse, the mine and the chapel. An investigation to solve the murder. A unique experience surrounded by local history. It runs every Friday to Sunday from July 10 to August 30. Go to SimpleTix Slippery Truth, or use the QR code.

Local Event: The Slippery Truth: Prisonbreak at New-Gate

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The Slippery Truth: Prisonbreak at New-Gate

A play written about the 1781 Revolutionary War prison escape that led to the death of a young guard. An immersive whodunit...

Paul Thulen

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The Simsbury 250 Celebration Committee invites Farmington Valley residents to attend a festive and patriotic parade celebrating America’s 250th anniversary on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
The parade steps off at noon at the intersection of Owens Brook Boulevard and Hopmeadow Street. The viewing route continues south through Simsbury Center to Jim Gallagher Way.&nbsp;
Parade floats will be displayed for viewing and judging on Iron Horse Boulevard. Post-parade festivities will take place at and near the Simsbury Historical Society until 3 p.m.&nbsp;Visit the <a href="https://simsbury250th.weebly.com/july-11-2026-simsbury---farmington-valley-parade.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Simsbury 250 website</a>&nbsp;for more information about the parade and celebration.&nbsp;

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Simsbury - Farmington Valley 250th Parade &...

The Simsbury 250 Celebration Committee invites Farmington Valley residents to attend a festive and patriotic parade celebrating...

Simsbury - Farmington Valley 250th Parade & Celebration

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The Slippery Truth: Prisonbreak at New-Gate

JUL

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5:30 PM

Granby-East Granby, CT

Simsbury - Farmington Valley 250th Parade & Celebration