The 17th annual West Hartford Mayor’s Charity Ball was held Saturday night at town hall. Every year the event raises money for West Hartford non-profit organizations. This year’s beneficiaries were The Playhouse on Park and The Town That Cares.
The 6th annual Rising Pint Brewfest was held Saturday, May 14, at Rentschler Field in East Hartford. The event featured over 140 craft breweries and over 300 beers with a dozen local restaurants and food trucks bringing eats and local bands providing live music. Event proceeds will go to the Folds...
The 8th annual Ron's Run for the Roses at Folly Farms in Simsbury, May 7, a benefit for the Ron Foley Foundation for fighting pancreatic cancer, featured live and silent auctions followed by a viewing of the Kentucky Derby. Guests are encouraged to dress in their derby best.
Wesleyan University’s Feet to the Fire Riverfront Encounter took over Middletown’s Harbor Park Saturday afternoon, May 7. Food trucks, vendors, music, and crafts for kids filled out the family friendly event focused on environmental issues of the Connecticut River.
The Charter Oak Cultural Center held its 15th Annual Vision Awards Monday evening, May 9, to celebrate four community leaders in the areas of Jewish Heritage, Arts and Education and Social Justice.
Runners from across the state braved the rain and gathered at Rentschler Field Saturday, May 7, for the Color Me Rad 5K. The event was followed by an after party with DJ Music and more paint dispensing.
The New Britain Museum of American Art held its Art of the Year Gala Saturday, May 7, drawing more than 400 patrons and guests from Connecticut and beyond. The event included fine dining, an art auction, and an after-dark dance party.
The 29th annual Easter Seals “Crystal Ball” was held Saturday night at the Hartford Marriott. Easter Seals works with families to overcome special needs and disabilities.
New Haven nightlife was thriving for Cinco de Mayo and CTNow was there to catch all the action. This fun-filled gallery tours some of New Haven's hot spots for Cinco de Mayo including Oaxaca Grill, Pacifico, and Geronimo.
The Nutmeg Big Brothers Big Sisters honored its volunteers during an awards ceremony Thursday evening, May 5, at the Mark Twain House and Museum in Hartford. Five awards were presented, including the Victoria L. Soto Memorial Award, the John M. Clapp Outstanding Big Brother of the Year Award,...
The '90s were back at Foxwoods Friday night, April 29, when hip-hop icons Salt-N-Pepa, Vanilla Ice, Tone Loc, Coolio, All 4 One and Biz Markie performed for thousands of fans during the I Love the '90s tour.
Hubbard Park was packed with festival visitors, musicians, food vendors, and flowers for the 38th Annual Meriden Daffodil Festival April 30 and May 1.