The Art of Assemblage featuring seven imaginative and inventive artists who are also compulsive collectors and enjoy transforming found objects into whimsical, quirky, organic, socially relevant works of art. Participating Artists Debra Cantor - Bloomfield Peggy Demicier- Avon Joanna Eickenhorst- West Hartford Heather Satlof- Avon Shirley Quintero-Windsor Carolyn Venne- South Windsor Sue Williams - New […]

Please join the Jewish Historical Society on Zoom Crown Market - Food and Community May 20 at 7:00 PM The Crown Market has played an important role in the greater Hartford community for 80 years. Join us to hear from Mark Seltzer about the Crown Market's origins, its development over time, and how the store […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Mike Finley (860) 346-1924 The National Walk to End Epilepsy comes to Connecticut From May 9th Through May 23rd Connecticut residents will be out in force between May 9th and May 23rd as they show their support for epilepsy awareness and the Epilepsy Foundation of Connecticut (EFCT) by participating in the […]

Join us for a family-friendly read aloud with award-winning author Minh Lê as he shares his personal stories and tips on reading with caregivers. Registration is required by visiting: tinyurl.com/wh-storytime-register This event is a partnership between West Hartford Parent Community Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Groups; WHPS Equity & Diversity Council; West Hartford Public Library; and […]

The pandemic's impact on mental health throughout our society will likely outlive COVID-19. Our experienced panel will discuss current trends in mental health, how to recognize signs of depression and anxiety in your loved ones, and strategies for individuals to help others and also cope themselves.

How have you been sleeping? Lack of sleep is the new epidemic. There is never one cure for everyone, so it's important to learn the differences. At this workshop, you'll have the opportunity to learn about the different types of sleep and sleep disorders. Also, learn how you can empower yourself to have a better […]

Iraqi composer and multi-instrumentalist Ameen Mokdad was trapped in hiding by ISIS for two years in his hometown of Mosul. During that time he wrote an extraordinary repertoire of powerful and emotional music. He arranged it later for string quartet, while he himself plays violin, various middle eastern percussion instruments, recites poetry, and sings. The […]

Featuring Ameen Mokdad & Cuatro Puntos Ensemble Iraqi composer and multi-instrumentalist Ameen Mokdad was trapped in hiding by ISIS for two years in his hometown of Mosul. During that time he wrote an extraordinary repertoire of powerful and emotional music. He arranged it later for string quartet, while he himself plays violin, various middle eastern […]