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KILL MOVE PARADISE (Streaming Online)
KILL MOVE PARADISE By James Ijames Directed by Dexter J. Singleton Presented by Playhouse on Park July 7 - August 1, 2021 $20 per stream Dates: July 7 - August 1 (Available anytime in this date range - 24/7 - no specific time) Directly influenced by the 2014 murder of 12-year-old Tamir Rice by a […]
Science in the Kitchen (Gr. 3-6)
Engage in age-appropriate experiments using common items found in the kitchen and around the house. A materials list will go out one week in advance of each week's experiment. Activities will be aligned to grade-level Next Generation Science Standards. Gr. 3-4 - 9 AM to 10 AM Gr. 5-6 - 10:15 AM to 11:15 AM […]
Teen Writers Workshop (Ages13+)
Teens, are you ready to discover your creative voice? Explore poetry, personal narrative, short story, and op-ed. forms of writing. Students will be allowed to submit exceptional works to the instructors' website thewordwrightsworkshop.com/featured-creatives-1. Those with accomplished op-ed pieces will be encouraged to submit them to local papers for consideration to publish. Contact information will be […]
Free Summer Program for 2021 College-Bound Students at the University of Saint Joseph
Be a step ahead of your fall college courses this summer at the University of Saint Joseph! Sign up for FREE courses held on-campus and in-person at USJ Monday-Thursday July 12-Aug. 5 from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. You'll get: -college-level three-credit course -skills building workshops -math and writing -study skills and note-taking -health and […]
Farmington Polo Club Saturday Matches
Join us Field-side Every Saturday June - September General Admission and Individual VIP Admission tickets can be purchased online in advance or in-person at the gate on the day of the match. Access our VIP tent and reserve season tables, private parties or tailgate spots for a single match or the full season. • Matches […]
Capital Classics Theatre Company presents AS YOU LIKE IT
Capital Classics celebrates its 30th anniversary with Shakespeare's beloved romantic comedy, AS YOU LIKE IT. Running July 29-August 15 on the grounds of the University of Saint Joseph. In the event of inclement weather, the performance will move indoors to USJ's Autorino Center for the Performing Arts.
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7 events,
Drawing Wild Animals! (Gr. 6-10)
Connecticut is teaming up with wondrous wildlife! In this course, learn how to draw wild animals in Connecticut! Students will learn how to draw the features including eyes, noses, and fur as well as learn practical methods of drawing to capture anatomy and gesture. Pencil drawing techniques learned will give students the tools they need […]
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CCHAP Summer Concert Series: The Undaunted Professor Harp
CCHAP Summer Concert Series: The Undaunted Professor Harp
The third concert in our 6th annual summer concert series is blues music, presented by Professor Harp. This concert will take place on the beautiful CHS lawns at 1 Elizabeth St., Hartford. Grounds are open for seating and picnicking from 5 PM, and the music from 6PM – 7PM. All of the CHS outdoor concerts […]
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Family Exhibit Tour: Dressing Up the Past
Family Exhibit Tour: Dressing Up the Past
Visit the CHS for a special tour of Making Connecticut followed by a related craft! Through close-looking and hands-on activities, explore how clothing was made and how fashion has changed throughout history. You will have the opportunity to card wool, “work” in a textile factory, and more! We are excited to offer FREE admission to […]
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West Hartford French Conversation Group
West Hartford French Conversation Group
Parlez-vous francais? Come practice your French with us. We meet monthly. Skill levels from intermediate to advanced.
3 events,
West Hartford Women are Productive!
West Hartford Women are Productive!
West Hartford Women in Networking welcomes women in business to join us for our August meeting. Now that we are more than half-way through this odd year, we will evaluate how on track we are to accomplish what we hoped to achieve in 2021. Whether on track or not, come and meet some high-energy women […]
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School of Rock Rocks! at New Park Brewing
School of Rock Rocks! at New Park Brewing
The band is so new it doesn't even have a name, but it will rock your socks off. Come listen to School of Rock West Hartford's performance group this Saturday Aug 28 at 5 PM on the outdoor patio at New Park Brewing. The event is free. The restaurant offers food and drink for sale. […]
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WEHA Bear Fair
WEHA Bear Fair
THE BIG WEHA BEAR FAIR REVEAL The 2021 WEHA Bear Fair will officially come to town in just a few weeks. But we’re soooo excited we just couldn’t wait one more minute to get the party started! And so…we’re inviting all our friends and supporters (that means you!) to join us on Tuesday, August 31, […]
2 events,
Playhouse Theatre Academy: Creative Kids!
Playhouse Theatre Academy: Creative Kids!
Ages 4-6 Tuition: $130, with $15 registration fee 4:30-5:30 At 224 Ecospace on Thursdays: Sept. 2, 9, 23, 30, Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28 At Simsmore Square on Mondays: Sept. 13, 20, 27, Oct. 4, 18, 25, Nov. 1, 8 Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfZHOs52PVokxMrI_edksQUAYOpwAyWGY6MtlWOBVCCBKE6Nw/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0 Welcome to the world of theatre! In this course, students will explore […]
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Playhouse Theatre Academy: Teens: A Young Actor Prepares
Playhouse Theatre Academy: Teens: A Young Actor Prepares
Tuition: $200, with $15 registration fee. 4:30-6:00 At 224 Ecospace on Fridays: Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24, Oct.1, 8, 15, 22 At Simsmore Square on Wednesdays: Sept. 15, 22, 29, Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27 Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfZHOs52PVokxMrI_edksQUAYOpwAyWGY6MtlWOBVCCBKE6Nw/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0 Open to new and returning teen actors, this class is for teens who are interested in improving […]
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Family Program: Miniature Museums
Family Program: Miniature Museums
Honey, I shrunk the furniture! Look closely at some of the pocket-sized portraits and tiny dollhouse furniture from the CHS collection. Then, children can build, decorate, and design their own miniature furniture and portrait! This program is free and great for children of all ages. A limited supply of Grab and Go Bags, which include […]