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SUMMARY:Toddler Tuesday: Science Fun at Connecticut Science Center
DESCRIPTION:The Connecticut Science Center will host Toddler Tuesday: Science Fun on September 23\, 2025\, from 9 am to 1 pm. Designed for children ages six and under\, this special program is filled with hands-on experiments and playful learning. \nLittle scientists will enjoy a variety of activities\, including sink-or-float experiments\, exploring Oobleck and Orbeez in sensory bins\, and testing out real science tools like magnifying glasses and pipettes. Kids will also take on the role of Lunar Geologists by creating craters\, then finish the day with a magical watercolor painting activity that reveals secret drawings. \nSnacks and drinks will be available for purchase in the gift shop. Ticket prices are $10 for children (6 and under)\, $15 for adults\, and $5 for members. Groups may contact the Reservation Center at (860) 520-2150 for assistance. \nThe Connecticut Science Center is located at 250 Columbus Boulevard\, Hartford\, Connecticut\, with parking available at the Science Center Garage (entrance on Grove Street). Tickets can be purchased online at ctsciencecenter.org.
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LOCATION:Connecticut Science Center\, 250 Columbus Boulevard\, Hartford\, CT\, 06103\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sensory Friendly Day at Connecticut Science Center
DESCRIPTION:The Connecticut Science Center will host Sensory Friendly Day on Wednesday\, September 24\, 2025\, from 10 am to 4 pm. \nDesigned for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and sensory processing differences\, Sensory Friendly Days offer a calm\, inclusive environment where everyone can enjoy the exhibits. The center will lower volume levels\, dim lights\, and reduce extra sound or motion throughout the facility. Additional signage will highlight potential sensory triggers\, and a 1:1 aide is always included with any paid general admission. \nThese thoughtful accommodations make it possible for visitors to engage with hands-on exhibits and create lasting memories in a welcoming space. \nThe Connecticut Science Center is located at 250 Columbus Boulevard\, Hartford\, Connecticut. Parking is available at the Science Center Garage (entrance on Grove Street). \nFor groups\, special pricing is available. Contact the Reservations Center at reservations@ctsciencecenter.org or (860) 520-2150 for details.
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SUMMARY:Radio Soul!: The Early Songs of Elvis Costello at The Bushnell
DESCRIPTION:Elvis Costello & The Imposters\, joined by Charlie Sexton\, will perform Radio Soul!: The Early Songs of Elvis Costello at The Bushnell in Hartford on Wednesday\, September 24\, 2025\, at 7:30 pm. The performance will run approximately 90 minutes with no intermission. \nThis special concert revisits Costello’s formative years\, spotlighting the songs that helped define his career and influence generations of musicians. With a career spanning more than four decades\, Elvis Costello continues to be celebrated for his genre-bending sound\, poetic lyrics\, and electrifying live shows. \nThe Bushnell encourages patrons to familiarize themselves with each performance to ensure it is the right fit for their interests. Run times are approximate and may vary\, as all performances are live. \nThe Bushnell is located at 166 Capitol Avenue\, Hartford\, Connecticut. For tickets and additional details\, visit bushnell.org or call (860) 987-5900.
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/radio-soul-the-early-songs-of-elvis-costello-at-the-bushnell/
LOCATION:Mortensen Hall at The Bushnell\, 166 Capitol Avenue\, Hartford\, 06106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hartford
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SUMMARY:Made to Last: Textiles of Early Connecticut at Connecticut Museum of Culture and History
DESCRIPTION:As part of its 200th birthday celebration\, the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History will present Made to Last: Textiles of Early Connecticut on Thursday\, September 25\, 2025\, from 6 pm to 7 pm. \nThis interactive program features Connecticut weaver Margaret Liljedahl\, who will explore the history and evolution of textile production in New England. Using examples from the museum’s historic collection\, she will demonstrate how weaving techniques have changed over time while reflecting on the essential role textiles played in the culture and economy of colonial Connecticut. \nA West Hartford native\, Liljedahl first encountered an antique loom in a Connecticut museum. Over the past decade\, she has studied historic weaving practices and worked with museums and historical sites across the region to revive traditional barn looms. An active member of the Handweavers Guild of Connecticut\, she is dedicated to preserving fiber arts traditions and connecting communities to the tools and skills of the past. \nTickets are $15 for general admission\, $10 for Connecticut Museum members at levels under $150\, and free for members at $150 and above. \nThe Connecticut Museum of Culture and History is located at 1 Elizabeth Street\, Hartford\, Connecticut. For more details\, contact Adult Programs Manager Natalie Belanger at nbelanger@connecticutmuseum.org or visit connecticutmuseum.org.
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/made-to-last-textiles-of-early-connecticut-at-connecticut-museum-of-culture-and-history/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth Street\, Hartford\, 06105\, United States
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SUMMARY:HSO Masterworks Series: Gershwin\, Marsalis & Bartók at The Bushnell
DESCRIPTION:The Hartford Symphony Orchestra launches its 2025–2026 Masterworks Series with Gershwin\, Marsalis & Bartók\, a season opener filled with drama\, jazz\, and symphonic brilliance. Performances will take place at The Bushnell in Hartford on: \n\nFriday\, September 26\, 2025\, at 8 pm\nSaturday\, September 27\, 2025\, at 8 pm\nSunday\, September 28\, 2025\, at 3 pm\n\nThe evening begins with Paul Dukas’ The Sorcerer’s Apprentice\, an enchanting and mischievous work brought to popular fame by Disney’s Fantasia. HSO then presents Bartók’s gripping Suite from The Miraculous Mandarin\, performed by the orchestra for the first time in more than 20 years. \nThe program continues with American innovation\, featuring Wynton Marsalis’ jazz-inspired Concerto for Tubist and Orchestra with HSO principal tuba Jarrod Briley as soloist. The concert concludes with Gershwin’s An American in Paris\, a vibrant masterpiece that fuses jazz rhythms with symphonic color\, perfectly capturing the energy of a bustling city. \nAll tickets are sold through the Hartford Symphony Orchestra. \nThe Bushnell is located at 166 Capitol Avenue\, Hartford\, Connecticut. For tickets and more information\, visit hartfordsymphony.org or call (860) 987-5900.
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/hso-masterworks-series-gershwin-marsalis-bartok-at-the-bushnell/2025-09-26/
LOCATION:Maxwell M. & Ruth R. Belding Theater\, 166 Capitol Avenue\, Hartford\, CT\, 06106\, United States
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SUMMARY:HSO Masterworks Series: Gershwin\, Marsalis & Bartók at The Bushnell
DESCRIPTION:The Hartford Symphony Orchestra launches its 2025–2026 Masterworks Series with Gershwin\, Marsalis & Bartók\, a season opener filled with drama\, jazz\, and symphonic brilliance. Performances will take place at The Bushnell in Hartford on: \n\nFriday\, September 26\, 2025\, at 8 pm\nSaturday\, September 27\, 2025\, at 8 pm\nSunday\, September 28\, 2025\, at 3 pm\n\nThe evening begins with Paul Dukas’ The Sorcerer’s Apprentice\, an enchanting and mischievous work brought to popular fame by Disney’s Fantasia. HSO then presents Bartók’s gripping Suite from The Miraculous Mandarin\, performed by the orchestra for the first time in more than 20 years. \nThe program continues with American innovation\, featuring Wynton Marsalis’ jazz-inspired Concerto for Tubist and Orchestra with HSO principal tuba Jarrod Briley as soloist. The concert concludes with Gershwin’s An American in Paris\, a vibrant masterpiece that fuses jazz rhythms with symphonic color\, perfectly capturing the energy of a bustling city. \nAll tickets are sold through the Hartford Symphony Orchestra. \nThe Bushnell is located at 166 Capitol Avenue\, Hartford\, Connecticut. For tickets and more information\, visit hartfordsymphony.org or call (860) 987-5900.
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/hso-masterworks-series-gershwin-marsalis-bartok-at-the-bushnell/2025-09-27/
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SUMMARY:HSO Masterworks Series: Gershwin\, Marsalis & Bartók at The Bushnell
DESCRIPTION:The Hartford Symphony Orchestra launches its 2025–2026 Masterworks Series with Gershwin\, Marsalis & Bartók\, a season opener filled with drama\, jazz\, and symphonic brilliance. Performances will take place at The Bushnell in Hartford on: \n\nFriday\, September 26\, 2025\, at 8 pm\nSaturday\, September 27\, 2025\, at 8 pm\nSunday\, September 28\, 2025\, at 3 pm\n\nThe evening begins with Paul Dukas’ The Sorcerer’s Apprentice\, an enchanting and mischievous work brought to popular fame by Disney’s Fantasia. HSO then presents Bartók’s gripping Suite from The Miraculous Mandarin\, performed by the orchestra for the first time in more than 20 years. \nThe program continues with American innovation\, featuring Wynton Marsalis’ jazz-inspired Concerto for Tubist and Orchestra with HSO principal tuba Jarrod Briley as soloist. The concert concludes with Gershwin’s An American in Paris\, a vibrant masterpiece that fuses jazz rhythms with symphonic color\, perfectly capturing the energy of a bustling city. \nAll tickets are sold through the Hartford Symphony Orchestra. \nThe Bushnell is located at 166 Capitol Avenue\, Hartford\, Connecticut. For tickets and more information\, visit hartfordsymphony.org or call (860) 987-5900.
URL:https://connecticutlifestyles.com/event/hso-masterworks-series-gershwin-marsalis-bartok-at-the-bushnell/2025-09-28/
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