The Mark Twain House & Museum

Guided by poet and master teaching artist Victoria Nordlund, this workshop offers a safe space to explore the emotions of loss through the power of poetry. For writers of all levels, this workshop offers a nurturing environment to craft verses in the Mark Twain House that reflect the participant’s unique journey, to find solace and connection with others, and to discover the profound impact of poetry in navigating grief.
Tickets are $35; $20 for museum members.
Hartford residents with SNAP/EBT cards can access $7.50 tickets by sending a photo of their card to reservations@marktwainhouse.org.
A portion of this workshop will take place on the third floor of the historic Mark Twain House. The house does not have an elevator, so participants must be able to climb stairs&nbsp;to participate in fully in this&nbsp;workshop.
We would like to thank the Greater Hartford Arts Council for their generous support of this program. We are proud to partner with an organization that is passionate about building a stronger community through the arts while giving more people access to arts experiences throughout the Greater Hartford Region.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/169474/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More info

Local Event: Grief Poetry Workshop

Hartford County

Manchester

Connecticut

Grief Poetry Workshop

Guided by poet and master teaching artist Victoria Nordlund, this workshop offers a safe space to explore the emotions of loss...

Mark Twain House & Museum 351 Farmington Avenue Hartford, CT 06105

A tour of the house filled with haunted history, dark tales and Victorian traditions surrounding seances and spirits.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/168460/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Ghost Tours of The Mark Twain House

Ghost Tours of The Mark Twain House

A tour of the house filled with haunted history, dark tales and Victorian traditions surrounding seances and spirits.View...

The Webster

If you can’t get enough of ABBA, boy do we have THE dance party for you! We are a DJ dance party playing all your favorite ABBA tracks, plus plenty of other disco hits from the 70s &amp; 80's like The Bee Gees, Donna Summer, Cher, &amp; so much more. So honey honey, take-a-chance and you’ll be dancing all night long. Grab tickets, put on your best disco attire, bring your friends, and have the best night of your life!<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/168961/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More info

Local Event: Gimme Gimme Disco

Gimme Gimme Disco

If you can’t get enough of ABBA, boy do we have THE dance party for you! We are a DJ dance party playing all your favorite ABBA...

Connecticut's Old State House

Connecticut’s Old State House invites you to an engaging discussion on the history and evolution of Birthright Citizenship in America, from Connecticut’s prosecution of Prudence Crandall in 1833 to the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent ruling in Trump v. Barbara.
Featured guests include:
Dan Barrett Legal Director of the ACLU of Connecticut
Donald E. Williams, Jr. Historian and Prudence Crandall scholar
Program:
Cocktails &amp; Hors d’oeuvres 5:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Panel discussion with Q&amp;A 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Moderated by Joan DiMarino, Curator of the Prudence Crandall Museum, this panel discussion will explore the enduring connections between landmark citizenship debates and their impact on society today.
This first lecture in the Prudence Crandall Lecture Series, is part of a year-long partnership between the Connecticut Supreme Court Historical Society and Prudence Crandall Museum.
This event is made possible by a generous donation from Koskoff.
Admission is free with a suggested donation of $20.
Please RSVP HERE by November 13
PARKING: On-street parking is available. Garage parking is capped at $10 at State House Square Parking Garage at 75 Market Street, around the corner from Connecticut’s Old State House. Please present your parking ticket to the museum’s Visitor Services desk for validation.
Free on-street parking is available after 6 pm and on weekends. Please follow posted parking instructions.
OUR DOORS ARE OPEN: Connecticut’s Old State House is committed to ensuring all visitors have access to this historic site. Our building is mobility-friendly with a ramp on the West side entrance and elevator access to all floors. Our ground-floor bathrooms are also accessible and have changing tables. If you wish to inquire about special accommodations for a tour or special event, please call (860) 522-6766.
Connecticut’s Old State House is steps away from shopping, restaurants, and entertainment in Downtown Hartford. To plan your visit and access a city-wide calendar of events, visit <a href="https://hartford.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">hartford.com/</a>
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Local Event: Boundaries of Belonging: Birthright Citizenship’s Journey From Prudence Crandall in Connecticut to t

Boundaries of Belonging: Birthright...

Connecticut’s Old State House invites you to an engaging discussion on the history and evolution of Birthright Citizenship in...

Boundaries of Belonging: Birthright Citizenship’s Journey From Prudence Crandall in Connecticut to t

Maximilian E. and Marion O. Hoffman Foundation Science Theater 250 Columbus Blvd Hartford, CT 06103

ONE DAY ONLY | 5 SHOWS
Science has never looked like this! Acrobatic Science turns the laws of physics into an action-packed live show filled with incredible balance, daring acrobatics, and demonstrations of gravity, motion, force, and leverage.
Showtimes: 11:15AM | 12:00PM | 12:45PM | 1:30PM | 2:15PM
Note: A separate show ticket is required (not included with general admission).<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/169337/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More info

Local Event: WeFlip! Acrobatic Science

WeFlip! Acrobatic Science

ONE DAY ONLY | 5 SHOWS
Science has never looked like this! Acrobatic Science turns the laws of physics into an action-packed...

To commemorate the161st anniversary of Connecticut’s 29th and 30th Colored Regiments’ return from the Civil War, the <a href="https://alexbreanne.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Alex Breanne Corporation</a>, in collaboration with Connecticut’s Old State House, will host a memorial walk on Saturday, November 21, 2026. Opening ceremonies will begin at 9:00 a.m., and the walk will begin at 9:30 a.m. Participants will retrace the soldiers’ footsteps through downtown Hartford, beginning and ending at Connecticut’s Old State House, located at 800 Main Street. The full route covers 3.1 miles (5K), with an optional one-mile route for those who prefer a shorter walk.
This event is FREE and open to the public. To RSVP, click here: <a href="https://ct-dc.org/qr.asp?q=AlexBreanne2026" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://ct-dc.org/qr.asp?q=AlexBreanne2026</a>.
On their return to Hartford on November 24th, 1865, Governor William Buckingham greeted the 29th &amp; 30th Connecticut Colored Regiments at <a href="https://wp.cga.ct.gov/osh/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Connecticut’s Old State House</a>. They were heroes, having been among the first regiments to enter Richmond, VA, the burning capital of the Confederacy. The men saw President Abraham Lincoln arrive to tour the devastation.
The men were celebrated in New York, but on their way back to Connecticut, they learned that Connecticut citizens had rejected an amendment to remove the word “white” from the state’s voter qualifications just one month earlier. Understanding their disappointment, Governor Buckingham gave a speech to encourage the men, celebrating their bravery and asking them to be patient with Connecticut citizens. A parade then occurred through the streets of Hartford, the route documented in the Hartford Courant newspaper of the day.
ABOUT THE WALK Throughout the journey around Downtown Hartford, participants will learn about the historic buildings, landmarks, and events connected to the soldiers’ march. A web link will provide walkers access to a live audio tour to listen to on their smartphones using headphones or earbuds. The narration, coordinated with the walk, will offer historical insights as participants encounter significant locations along the route. After the walk, a reception will be held at Connecticut's Old State House.
ABOUT ALEX BREANNE CORPORATION Alex Breanne Corporation, a non-profit organization founded by John Mills, was established to use research and broader context to identify and address the many reverberating effects of chattel slavery. Through research and interrogation, the organization shares lesser-known stories that represent the life experiences of the American enslaved, presented from an African American perspective. The organization focuses on promoting social clarity and informed context about the African-American experience through nonprofit equity advocacy.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/168939/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More info

Local Event: Second Annual 29th & 30th Connecticut Colored Regiment Memorial Walk

Second Annual 29th & 30th Connecticut Colored...

To commemorate the161st anniversary of Connecticut’s 29th and 30th Colored Regiments’ return from the Civil War, the Alex...

Second Annual 29th & 30th Connecticut Colored Regiment Memorial Walk

Join The Mark Twain House &amp; Museum for a discussion with actress and author Illeana Douglas about her book Jungle Red!: The Making of MGM’s The Women.
A largely forgotten masterpiece, the 1939 film The Women remains a glamorous but stinging satire about women forced by society to be defined by men. In her book Jungle Red!, Douglas restores the classic motion picture to its place in Hollywood history and explores its legacy for later female-driven projects.
Tickets: $35 bundled ticket includes a copy of the book; $5 general admission (no book). The museum store will be open before and after; Illeana Douglas will sign copies bundled with tickets and sold by the museum store.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/163983/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More info

Local Event: An Evening with Illeana Douglas

An Evening with Illeana Douglas

Join The Mark Twain House & Museum for a discussion with actress and author Illeana Douglas about her book Jungle Red!: The...

<a href="https://marktwainhouse.org/event/an-evening-with-illeana-douglas/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> Join The Mark Twain House &amp; Museum for a discussion with actress and author Illeana Douglas about her book Jungle Red!: The Making of MGM’s The Women.</a>
A largely forgotten masterpiece, the 1939 film The Women remains a glamorous but stinging satire about women forced by society to be defined by men. In her critically acclaimed new book Jungle Red!: The Making of MGM’s The Women, Illeana Douglas restores this classic motion picture to its rightful place in Hollywood history and explores its lasting legacy as a template for later female-driven projects.
Tickets: $35 bundled ticket includes a copy of the book; $5 general admission (book not included). The museum store will be open before and after the event; Ms. Douglas will sign copies bundled with tickets and sold by the museum store.
<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/169866/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More Info

Local Event: An Evening with  Illeana Douglas

An Evening with  Illeana Douglas

 Join The Mark Twain House & Museum for a discussion with actress and author Illeana Douglas about her book Jungle Red!: The...

<a href="https://marktwainhouse.org/event/an-evening-with-illeana-douglas/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> Join The Mark Twain House &amp; Museum for a discussion with actress and author Illeana Douglas about her book Jungle Red!: The Making of MGM’s The Women.</a>
A largely forgotten masterpiece, the 1939 film The Women remains a glamorous but stinging satire about women forced by society to be defined by men. In her critically acclaimed new book Jungle Red!: The Making of MGM’s The Women, Illeana Douglas restores this classic motion picture to its rightful place in Hollywood history and explores its lasting legacy as a template for later female-driven projects.
Tickets: $35 bundled ticket includes a copy of the book; $5 general admission (book not included). The museum store will be open before and after the event; Ms. Douglas will sign copies bundled with tickets and sold by the museum store.&nbsp;<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/169866/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More Info

Local Event: An Evening with Illeana  Douglas

An Evening with Illeana  Douglas

Connecticut Science Center

Open Daily for Winter Vacation
Turn winter vacation into a full day of family adventure! Skip the same-old break routine and give the kids a day to explore, experiment, play, and discover together. With 165+ hands-on exhibits, a tropical Butterfly Encounter, sock skating, giant-screen movies, and the final days to experience Sharks, there’s something around every corner to keep the whole family entertained.
Hours: Open daily from 10AM–4PM.
Butterfly Encounter and Giant Screen Movies require a separate ticket. Availability, schedules, and experiences may vary by date.This Event Runs From Dec 26, 2026, 10:00am to Jan 3, 2027, 4:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/169338/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More info

Local Event: Open Winter Vacation

Open Winter Vacation

Open Daily for Winter Vacation
Turn winter vacation into a full day of family adventure! Skip the same-old break routine and...

The Rex Theatre

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Manchester, NH

Local Event: Candlelight: Featuring Vivaldi’s Four Seasons & More

Candlelight: Featuring Vivaldi’s Four Seasons &...

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen...

Candlelight: Featuring Vivaldi’s Four Seasons & More

Space Day is landing at the Connecticut Science Center, and you’re invited to join the crew. In addition to our newly renovated Exploring Space exhibition gallery, we’re packing the day with cosmic challenges, creative stations, and science that’s truly light-years beyond ordinary.
Activities include:
<ul><li>Space Trivia</li><li>Nebula Spin Art</li><li>Solar System Turntable</li><li>There Is a Meteorite Among Us</li><li>Secrets of Space (infrared technology)</li></ul>
All activities are included with general admission or membership.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/169339/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More info

Local Event: NASA Space Day

NASA Space Day

Space Day is landing at the Connecticut Science Center, and you’re invited to join the crew. In addition to our newly renovated...

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Chris Dehnel

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Jay Kenney

South Windsor

Tolland County

Vernon

Glastonbury

Michael Lemanski

Greater Hartford

Rich Kirby

Wethersfield

Windsor Locks-East Windsor

Windsor

Rocky Hill

Tolland

West Hartford

We are having open preview and inspection for our Holiday Fine Estates Auction from 11am to 4pm on Friday, November 13, 2026. Preview is also available by appointment at other times and Interested bidders should contact the firm by phone or email to arrange an appointment. Email <a href="mailto:info@woodburyauction.com" rel="noopener">info@woodburyauction.com</a>&nbsp;or call 203-266-0323.&nbsp;Please consult our website <a href="https://www.woodburyauction.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.woodburyauction.com</a> for additional information. The deadline for absentee and phone bids is noon on Monday, November 16th. The sale will be "live online" through Live Auctioneers and Invaluable and will begin at 4:00 pm on Tuesday, November 17th at 4pm.&nbsp;Our Holiday Fine Estates Auction features over 425 lots of eclectic choice lots sourced from estates and collections in the tri-state area. The sale includes Asian and Continental decorative arts from an estate in Watch Hill, Rhode Island; several fine pieces of gold and diamond jewelry from three Connecticut estates; an A.D. Blake oil on canvas nautical scene of "Gloriana" sailing vessel, and two fine artworks by Frank Schoonover, noted Wilmington&nbsp;DE artist,&nbsp;owned by a Norwalk estate; fine art and folk art from two estates in Lyme; and a large selection of gold and silver jewelry and coins from a local Woodbury estate. Lastly, the sale features a fine single owner collection of 170 pieces of contemporary Japanese ceramics from a long-time collector in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Local Event: In Person Preview For Online Estate Auction Tuesday 11/17/26

New Haven County

Woodbury-Middlebury

In Person Preview For Online Estate Auction...

We are having open preview and inspection for our Holiday Fine Estates Auction from 11am to 4pm on Friday, November 13, 2026....

In Person Preview For Online Estate Auction Tuesday 11/17/26

St. Joseph Catholic Church

BINGO&nbsp;the 2nd Friday of Each Month Nov thru Feb!
$4000 Cash Bingo - Friday Nov 13, 2026 
$1000 Jackpot Guaranteed Last Game Details On Our Bingo Website <a href="https://onecau.se/stjosephbingo" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">onecau.se/stjosephbingo</a> Play All Night and All Games for as little as $25! Doors Open 5pm - Bingo Starts 6:30PM
13 Total Raffle Prizes ! One Raffle Prize Drawn after each Color Game Sheet!
12 - $20 Gift Cards to Various Retailers - Stop &amp; Shop - Home Depot - Bath &amp;&nbsp;Body Works - Dominoes - 99 Restaurant 50" Smart TV Grand Prize Raffle!
Kitchen Menu TBD 
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Local Event: St Joseph Church $4000 Cash Prize Bingo

St Joseph Church $4000 Cash Prize Bingo

BINGO the 2nd Friday of Each Month Nov thru Feb!
$4000 Cash Bingo - Friday Nov 13, 2026 
$1000 Jackpot Guaranteed Last Game...

Boston based organist, Jerrick Cavangaro, will be performing an organ recital at St. Peter Church on Friday November 13, at 7:00 PM. In addition to performing works by Vierne, Schumann, Portman, Langlais and Durufle, Jerrick will be offering live orqan improvisations. In 2024 Jerrick was First Prize Winner in the American Guild of Organist National Competition in Organ Improvisation. You will not want to miss hearing the talented young organist, for more information on Jerrick, visit <a href="https://www.jerrickcavagnaro.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.jerrickcavagnaro.com/</a>

Local Event: Come enjoy an Organ Recital on the 1995 Peragallo Pipe Organ at St. Peter R.C. Church in Danbury.

Fairfield County

Danbury

Come enjoy an Organ Recital on the 1995...

Boston based organist, Jerrick Cavangaro, will be performing an organ recital at St. Peter Church on Friday November 13, at...

Come enjoy an Organ Recital on the 1995 Peragallo Pipe Organ at St. Peter R.C. Church in Danbury.

Arts Center East

Celebrate the season by shopping local at the Annual Holiday Artisan Fair! Discover a wonderful selection of handcrafted gifts, fine art, jewelry, pottery, fiber arts, woodwork, home décor, specialty foods, and more—all created by talented local and regional artisans.
Whether you're searching for unique holiday gifts or something special for yourself, you'll find one-of-a-kind treasures while supporting independent artists and makers. Enjoy a festive atmosphere filled with creativity, community, and holiday spirit as you explore a diverse collection of handcrafted goods.Two weekends!&nbsp; Nov 12 to 15 and 19 to 22artscentereast.org

Local Event: Annual Holiday Artisan Fair

Annual Holiday Artisan Fair

Celebrate the season by shopping local at the Annual Holiday Artisan Fair! Discover a wonderful selection of handcrafted gifts,...

Wood Memorial Library & Museum

Who gives a hoot? You will! When the sun goes down in Connecticut, a different kind of hunter wakes up. Silent wings, razor-sharp talons, and eyes built for the dark make owls some of the most remarkable creatures in our own backyards.&nbsp;Join us for an up-close look at the owls that share our woods and fields. You’ll discover how they swivel their heads nearly all the way around, glide without a sound, and hear a mouse’s heartbeat beneath the leaves. Then see what a real owl pellet looks like and play wildlife detective. What’s inside? Tiny bones, fur, and clues to what this night hunter had for dinner. You might just piece together a whole skeleton. Finally, learn how you can help owls thrive right here at home. Owl habitat kits will be available for purchase, so you can take the adventure back to your own yard. Help owls do their expert rodent control!&nbsp;&nbsp; Admission is free, donations of $20+ are encouraged. Please pre-register.&nbsp; Fun for the whole family! Best for curious minds from elementary school through adulthood. Co-presented by the CT Audubon Society

Local Event: Exploring Owls and House Building Habitats 

Exploring Owls and House Building Habitats 

Who gives a hoot? You will! When the sun goes down in Connecticut, a different kind of hunter wakes up. Silent wings,...

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Grief Poetry Workshop

NOV

13

8:30 AM

The Mark Twain House & Museum, 351 Farmington Ave, Hartford, CT

Ghost Tours of The Mark Twain House

NOV

13

6:00 PM

Manchester, CT

Gimme Gimme Disco

NOV

13

9:00 PM

The Webster, 31 Webster St, Hartford, CT

Boundaries of Belonging: Birthright Citizenship’s Journey From Prudence Crandall in Connecticut to t

NOV

19

5:30 PM

Connecticut's Old State House, 800 Main St, Hartford, CT

WeFlip! Acrobatic Science

NOV

21

11:15 AM

Manchester, CT

Second Annual 29th & 30th Connecticut Colored Regiment Memorial Walk

NOV

24

9:00 AM

Connecticut's Old State House, 800 Main St, Hartford, CT

An Evening with Illeana Douglas

DEC

1

7:00 PM

The Mark Twain House & Museum, 351 Farmington Ave, Hartford, CT

An Evening with Illeana Douglas

DEC

1

7:00 PM

The Mark Twain House & Museum, 351 Farmington Ave, Hartford, CT

An Evening with Illeana Douglas

DEC

1

7:00 PM

The Mark Twain House & Museum, 351 Farmington Ave, Hartford, CT

Open Winter Vacation

DEC

26

10:00 AM

Connecticut Science Center, 250 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT

Candlelight: Featuring Vivaldi’s Four Seasons & More

DEC

26

8:30 PM

The Rex Theatre, 23 Amherst St, Manchester, NH

NASA Space Day

DEC

28

11:00 AM

Connecticut Science Center, 250 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT

In Person Preview For Online Estate Auction Tuesday 11/17/26

St Joseph Church $4000 Cash Prize Bingo

Come enjoy an Organ Recital on the 1995 Peragallo Pipe Organ at St. Peter R.C. Church in Danbury.

Annual Holiday Artisan Fair

Exploring Owls and House Building Habitats