An engaging art history lecture takes place on April 16, 2026 from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm at the Fairfield University Art Museum, 1073 North Benson Road, Fairfield, CT 06824. Art historian Barbara Bloemink, PhD, will present a talk on the distinctive and visionary artist Florine Stettheimer. Known for her vibrant and unconventional style, Stettheimer ... Read more
Paintball enthusiasts can gear up for adrenaline-filled Thursday evenings during Paintball League Night at Powder Ridge Mountain Park Resort in Middlefield. Held weekly from 6 pm to 9 pm, this five-week series offers players a chance to compete in NXL-style tournament play with rotating teams formed on-site each night. Players are welcome to attend solo ... Read more
A moving and intimate new play takes the stage from April 14 through May 2, 2026 at Westport Country Playhouse, 25 Powers Court, Westport, CT 06880. Winner of the 2024 Pulitzer Prize, Eboni Booth’s Primary Trust is a thoughtful and uplifting exploration of friendship, change, and personal growth. The story follows Kenneth, a man whose ... Read more
A sharp, thought-provoking comedy runs April 15 through May 3, 2026 at Playhouse on Park, 244 Park Road, West Hartford, CT 06119. Based on a true story and the acclaimed book by John D’Agata and Jim Fingal, The Lifespan of a Fact explores the tension between truth and storytelling in a fast-paced, high-stakes newsroom setting. ... Read more
A weekend of field trial competition and upland sporting tradition takes place April 17–19, 2026 at the William P. McFadden Trust, 449 Steam Mill Road, Ellenburg, NY. Hosted by BraeVal, the Cover Dog Classic brings together bird dog handlers, competitors, and spectators for a three-day event focused on the skill, endurance, and partnership between dogs ... Read more
A virtual art history lecture exploring the work of Florine Stettheimer will take place online on April 17, 2026 from 5:30 am to 6:30 am PST. Presented by the Fairfield University Art Museum, this online talk features art historian Barbara Bloemink, PhD, who will examine the life and work of the influential and unconventional American ... Read more
A weekly creative hangout for teens runs Fridays from April 3 through May 22, 2026 from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm at the American Mural Project, 90 Whiting Street, Winsted, CT 06098. After-School Teen Art Club offers a relaxed and supportive space for young artists to explore different materials and techniques while connecting with peers. ... Read more
A night of high-energy stand-up comedy takes place on April 17, 2026 at 7 pm at The Bushnell, 166 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106. Comedian Jessica Kirson brings her signature blend of bold humor, outrageous characters, and raw, self-deprecating storytelling to the stage. With a career spanning more than two decades, Kirson has built a ... Read more
A sharp, thought-provoking comedy runs April 15 through May 3, 2026 at Playhouse on Park, 244 Park Road, West Hartford, CT 06119. Based on a true story and the acclaimed book by John D’Agata and Jim Fingal, The Lifespan of a Fact explores the tension between truth and storytelling in a fast-paced, high-stakes newsroom setting. ... Read more
A moving and intimate new play takes the stage from April 14 through May 2, 2026 at Westport Country Playhouse, 25 Powers Court, Westport, CT 06880. Winner of the 2024 Pulitzer Prize, Eboni Booth’s Primary Trust is a thoughtful and uplifting exploration of friendship, change, and personal growth. The story follows Kenneth, a man whose ... Read more
