Comedian and actor Rob Schneider will bring his stand-up comedy tour to the Shubert Theatre on Friday, June 26, at 7:30 pm. Known for his energetic performances and recognizable comedic style, Schneider has entertained audiences for decades through stand-up, television, and film. In addition to his live comedy career, Schneider is widely recognized for his ... Read more
The music of two legendary artists will be celebrated during Prince/Bowie: The Music of Prince & David Bowie at Infinity Music Hall in Hartford on Friday, June 26, 2026. Doors open at 7 pm, and the show begins at 8 pm. Created by Eric Gould, founder of Pink Talking Fish, the tribute fusion project blends ... Read more
A late-night edition of The Boricuas of Comedy Tour comes to Hartford Funny Bone Comedy Club on Friday, June 26, 2026, featuring comedian Mark Viera and his celebrated blend of cultural storytelling, impressions, and observational humor. Raised in the Bronx, New York, Viera discovered his passion for comedy through classic television shows and began entertaining ... Read more
Readers of all ages are invited to grow their love of books during the Bridgeport Public Library's 2026 Summer Reading Program, "Plant A Seed, Read." Beginning June 22, library branches throughout Bridgeport will host free reading challenges, educational activities, and special events that encourage lifelong learning and summer fun. Inspired by the idea that farms ... Read more
Celebrate the season during the Strawberry Moon Living Exhibition at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum on June 27, 2026, beginning at 10 am. Inspired by Wutahumun Keesoohs, or the Strawberry Moon, this family-friendly event offers an immersive day of Indigenous culture, history, and hands-on experiences. Hosted on the Museum’s Farmstead, the celebration highlights traditional lifeways through ... Read more
A seasonal pop-up market celebrating local businesses runs every Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 3 pm, from Memorial Day through Labor Day 2026 at Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo, 1875 Noble Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06610. Community Corner offers a vibrant marketplace experience set within the zoo grounds, where visitors can browse and shop from a ... Read more
Fresh raspberry season takes center stage on June 27, 2026 from 10 am to 4 pm at Lyman Orchards Apple Barrel Farm Market, 32 Reeds Gap Road, Middlefield, CT 06455. The annual Raspberry Festival brings a full day of family-friendly activities, live music, seasonal treats, and outdoor fun to the orchard grounds. Guests can enjoy ... Read more
Garden enthusiasts are invited to explore three remarkable private gardens during the Garden Conservancy’s Open Days program on June 27, 2026. This special one-day event offers a rare opportunity to visit distinctive landscapes throughout Litchfield County and experience the creativity, vision, and dedication behind some of Connecticut’s most inspiring gardens. Participating gardens include Treetop in ... Read more
Rina Banerjee’s suspended installation reimagines the iconic form of the Taj Mahal through contemporary materials and perspective. Rather than marble and permanence, Banerjee constructs her palace from a steel and copper frame wrapped in translucent pink cellophane, challenging assumptions about luxury, history, and cultural legacy. Floating above the ground, the tentlike structure encloses objects that ... Read more
A compelling exhibition exploring the diverse roots of a Connecticut community is on view from April 11 through August 1, 2026 at the Meriden Museum & History Center Grand Gallery, 41 West Main Street, Meriden, CT 06451. There to Here: Meriden’s Immigration Story traces the many journeys that have shaped the city, from its Indigenous ... Read more
