Explore French social comedy through four weekly discussions led by University of Hartford Professor Michael Walsh. Participants watch an assigned film on their own before each session, then discuss its humor and social commentary. The films are Rules of the Game, Cléo From Five to Seven, The Gleaners and I, and Amélie. Sessions meet Mondays, ... Read more

Children ages 2½ to 5 and their caregivers can explore Jo Sandman: What Remains and learn about subtractive art through a story, gallery tour, and hands-on craft. The program is free with general admission, but space is limited and offered first come, first served. Check in at the Visitor Services desk upon arrival. Sessions are ... Read more

Children ages 4–11 and their caregivers can explore the life cycle and properties of materials used in the built environment. Led by the Grace Farms Education Team, this hands-on program invites families to build, take apart, reimagine, and create, inspired by the exhibit With Every Fiber: Pigment, Stone, Glass. Materials Studio takes place every Tuesday ... Read more

The Hartford Wolf Pack host the Charlotte Checkers for a School Day game on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at 11 am. The morning game includes educational activities for students and classes, making it an option for a school field trip. Teachers and group organizers can fill out the interest form to learn more. PeoplesBank Arena ... Read more

PhD candidate Botao Zhao offers a closer look at Edward Lear’s painting Kangchenjunga from Darjeeling. The free gallery talk takes place Tuesday, November 17, 2026, from 12:30 pm to 1 pm in the fourth-floor galleries. Yale Center for British Art is located at 1080 Chapel St., New Haven, CT.

Learn about the Wangunk, once one of Connecticut’s largest Native American tribes, in a panel featuring Sarah Sportman, Connecticut State Archaeologist; Wangunk elder Gary Red Oak O’Neil; and environmental historian Tom Wickman. Speakers will discuss recent archaeological findings, oral traditions, art, early village life, and contemporary Wangunk cultural preservation and sovereignty. The session takes place ... Read more

Improve balance, flexibility, and stamina during a Tai Chi class at the Mattatuck Museum on Wednesday, November 18, from 9 to 10 am. Certified instructor Matt Dempsey will lead participants through gentle movements set to music that promote mobility and help reduce stiffness and soreness. Participants should wear comfortable clothing. All experience levels are welcome, ... Read more

Older adults can enjoy a quieter museum experience during Senior Mornings, held every Wednesday from 9:30 am to 11 am at the Mattatuck Museum, 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT 06702. The weekly program offers visitors the opportunity to explore the museum’s permanent collection and rotating special exhibitions in a calm and comfortable setting before ... Read more

Children ages 12 to 30 months and their caregivers can explore Jo Sandman: What Remains and collage through songs, movement, and a hands-on sensory activity. The program takes place Wednesday, November 18, 2026, from 10 am to 10:45 am. Space is limited to 10 children; tickets are required for children only and can be purchased ... Read more

Children ages 4–11 and their caregivers can explore the life cycle and properties of materials used in the built environment. Led by the Grace Farms Education Team, this hands-on program invites families to build, take apart, reimagine, and create, inspired by the exhibit With Every Fiber: Pigment, Stone, Glass. Materials Studio takes place every Tuesday ... Read more

Experience life in a 16th-century Pequot community during the Pequot Village Tour, offered Wednesdays through Saturdays at 12 pm at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center. This 20-minute guided experience provides an immersive look at the traditions, daily life, and enduring cultural heritage of the Pequot people. Guests will explore a recreated Pequot village ... Read more

Children ages 2½ to 5 and their caregivers can explore Jo Sandman: What Remains and learn about subtractive art through a story, gallery tour, and hands-on craft. The program is free with general admission, but space is limited and offered first come, first served. Check in at the Visitor Services desk upon arrival. Sessions are ... Read more

Enjoy an evening of Setback, food, and drinks on Wednesday, November 18, 2026. Registration starts at 5 pm, and the first game begins at 6 pm. No partner is needed; seating is limited and available first come, first served. The $20 buy-in is split equally, with half benefiting TriCircle, which supports people and communities affected ... Read more

Laugh Tracks brings standup comedy to the Milford Arts Council through a community-focused series created by comedians John Wasowski and Roberto Velez. After meeting in 2011 through the local standup comedy scene, the pair set out to create an organized community for local comedians. Their collaboration eventually led to the MAC’s first season of Laugh ... Read more

Young children can explore art through weekly prompts inspired by the River building and surrounding landscape. Led by Grace Farms Arts Educator Nancy Jameson, this open-ended studio experience encourages children to experiment with texture, form, line, color, and space through making and play. Studio Beginnings takes place every Thursday from 10 am to 12 pm ... Read more

Explore the River building and Barns on a comprehensive tour highlighting the architecture, sustainable design, curated interiors, and material choices. Guests can take in views of the surrounding landscape and sample tea from Grace Farms Tea & Coffee, a Certified B Corp focused on ethical and sustainable supply chains. Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning firm SANAA, ... Read more

Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch during Hot Food Thursdays at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center. Every Thursday from 11 am to 2 pm, the Pequot Café features a rotating Chef's Special, offering guests a delicious new meal to enjoy each week. Prepared fresh and served on a first-come, first-served basis, the weekly special ... Read more

People living with early-stage dementia and their care partners can connect with art and one another during Memories at the MATT at the Mattatuck Museum on Thursday, November 19, from 11:30 am to 1 pm. This free program offers a supportive, welcoming environment where participants can explore the museum at a comfortable pace and share ... Read more

Experience life in a 16th-century Pequot community during the Pequot Village Tour, offered Wednesdays through Saturdays at 12 pm at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center. This 20-minute guided experience provides an immersive look at the traditions, daily life, and enduring cultural heritage of the Pequot people. Guests will explore a recreated Pequot village ... Read more

Musicians, performers, and audience members of all ages can enjoy an evening of live entertainment during the weekly Open Mic at Molten Java every Thursday from 7 to 9 pm. Molten Java is located at 213 Greenwood Ave, Bethel, CT 06801. The event is open to all ages.

Stories and hands-on activities invite young children to explore how ideas can grow into creative, innovative creations. Each week features a different book from the Grace Farms Library, paired with activities inspired by the site’s architecture, art, and landscape. The program takes place every Friday, with sessions from 10:15 am to 10:45 am and 11 ... Read more

Experience life in a 16th-century Pequot community during the Pequot Village Tour, offered Wednesdays through Saturdays at 12 pm at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center. This 20-minute guided experience provides an immersive look at the traditions, daily life, and enduring cultural heritage of the Pequot people. Guests will explore a recreated Pequot village ... Read more

More than 200 decorated trees, holiday shopping, raffles, children’s activities, and live entertainment fill The Summit at Danbury for Ann’s Place’s annual Festival of Trees. The event celebrates the community ... Read more

Explore the museum’s collection on a docent-led tour of In a New Light: Five Centuries of British Art. The tour takes place Friday, November 20, 2026, from 2 pm to 2:45 pm in the fourth-floor galleries. Admission is free. Yale Center for British Art is located at 1080 Chapel St., New Haven, CT.

Enjoy a freshly brewed pot of Grace Farms Tea and seasonal bites in the glass-enclosed Pavilion. Hosted by Pastry Chef and Educator Leah Jones and Tea Expert and Educator Frank Kwei, the afternoon offers a chance to share conversation and explore tea. The event takes place Friday, November 20, from 3 pm to 4:30 pm. ... Read more

Wandering roots troubadour Shawn Taylor performs Americana drawing on Appalachian and island sounds, rock, folk, fingerstyle guitar, and blues. The performance takes place Friday, November 20, 2026, from 6 pm to 9 pm. Food and drinks are available; call 860-349-6033 to make a reservation. 1741 Pub & Grill is at Lyman Orchards, 70 Lyman Road, ... Read more

Singer-songwriter Halley Neal performs Fleetwood Mac songs with her own expressive style, pairing voice and musicianship with storytelling. The set spans intimate songs such as “Songbird” and “Landslide” as well as “The Chain” and “Dreams.” The concert takes place Friday, November 20, 2026, from 7 pm to 9 pm. See the Milford Arts Council event ... Read more

An in-depth conversation about the forces shaping work, money and modern society comes to The Bushnell on Friday, November 20, 2026, at 7:30 pm as The Connecticut Forum presents A Conversation on the Economy, Money & Power. Acclaimed journalist and economic storyteller Andrew Ross Sorkin will explore how technology, artificial intelligence and shifting economic power ... Read more

UConn Women’s Basketball takes on Seton Hall University on Friday, November 20, 2026, at 8 pm. The game takes place at PeoplesBank Arena, 1 Civic Center Plaza, Hartford, CT.

The Bushnell welcomes families to its annual Sensory-Friendly/Relaxed Holiday Open House on Saturday, November 21, beginning at 10 am. The festive event offers a welcoming environment for families to celebrate the season with holiday-themed crafts, a screening of Mickey’s Twice Upon a Christmas, and a special visit from Santa Claus. Designed as a sensory-friendly and ... Read more

Children ages 4–11 can explore art through a monthly tactile project led by Grace Farms Arts Educator Nancy Jameson. Open-ended activities encourage creative thinking and draw inspiration from Grace Farms’ artworks, landscape, and community. The studio is open every Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm. Adult caregivers must accompany children, and visitors should arrive ... Read more

More than 200 decorated trees, holiday shopping, raffles, children’s activities, and live entertainment fill The Summit at Danbury for Ann’s Place’s annual Festival of Trees. The event celebrates the community ... Read more

Young children and their families can enjoy a 30-minute read-aloud inspired by themes and ideas in the museum’s art. Each participant can take home a free book, courtesy of New Haven Reads. The program will be offered in English and Spanish on Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 10:30 am to 11 am in the fourth-floor ... Read more

Players of all ages and skill levels can learn and practice chess during weekly Chess Lessons held every Saturday from 10:30 am to 12 pm at the Mattatuck Museum, 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT 06702. The program offers private and semi-private instruction designed for both beginners learning the game and experienced players looking to ... Read more

Explore the River building and Barns on a comprehensive tour highlighting the architecture, sustainable design, curated interiors, and material choices. Guests can take in views of the surrounding landscape and sample tea from Grace Farms Tea & Coffee, a Certified B Corp focused on ethical and sustainable supply chains. Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning firm SANAA, ... Read more

Practice breath-centered yoga accompanied by live music in Grace Farms’ light-filled Court. Led by mindfulness and wellness expert Pilin Anice, the class welcomes all experience levels and requires no previous yoga or meditation experience. For adults ages 18 and older. Participants may bring a mat, towel, props, and water. Grace Farms, 365 Lukes Wood Road, ... Read more

Explore thousands of years of history during the Exhibit Highlight Tour at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center. Offered on Saturdays between 10:30 am and 2:30 pm, this one-hour guided experience is led by a Mashantucket Pequot Educator and provides an engaging introduction to the Museum's signature exhibits. Designed for visitors of all ages, ... Read more

Children ages 3 to 6 and their grownups can explore the galleries through sensory activities, then take part in an exhibition-inspired yoga class using movement, breath, group games, and creative activities. The class takes place Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 11 am to 12 pm. Admission to the museum is required; the program is included ... Read more

Explore the museum’s collection on a docent-led tour of In a New Light: Five Centuries of British Art. The tour takes place Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 11 am to 11:45 am in the fourth-floor galleries. Admission is free. Yale Center for British Art is located at 1080 Chapel St., New Haven, CT.

Professional acrobats bring physics to life in a fast-paced performance featuring daring feats of balance, strength, and precision. Watch as they explore gravity, motion, force, and leverage through demonstrations that include balancing on a giant lever and building a towering stack of chairs. The five shows take place Saturday, November 21, 2026, at 11:15 am, ... Read more

Experience life in a 16th-century Pequot community during the Pequot Village Tour, offered Wednesdays through Saturdays at 12 pm at the Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center. This 20-minute guided experience provides an immersive look at the traditions, daily life, and enduring cultural heritage of the Pequot people. Guests will explore a recreated Pequot village ... Read more

The Court at Grace Farms opens to visitors at 12 pm on Saturday, November 21. Grace Farms, 365 Lukes Wood Road, New Canaan, CT 06840.

Mary-Kate O’Hare, Bruce Museum executive director and CEO, speaks with Tricia Laughlin Bloom, executive director of the Adolph and Esther Gottlieb Foundation, about American Stories from Sargent to O’Keeffe. Both ... Read more

A conversational docent-led tour explores how British landscape photography has shaped the way we see and understand the natural world. Volunteer museum educators will introduce key artworks and themes in ... Read more

Cheer on the UConn Huskies as they host the Old Dominion Monarchs in their final home game of the 2026 season on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at Pratt & Whitney ... Read more

The Hartford Wolf Pack host the Milwaukee Admirals on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at 6 pm for Military Appreciation Night, recognizing military personnel and their service. Military members can receive ... Read more

Enjoy Connecticut yacht rock band Anchor Management performing smooth hits from the late 1970s and early 1980s, including songs by Hall & Oates, Michael McDonald, Steely Dan, and Ambrosia. The ... Read more

Holiday music gets a high-energy rock treatment when Ornament: A Tribute to the Trans-Siberian Orchestra takes the stage at Thomaston Opera House on Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 8 to ... Read more

Browse handcrafted pottery, clothing, jewelry, artwork, sculpture, and more from 21 award-winning Connecticut women artisans. Artists will be on hand to discuss their work at this 29th annual celebration, held Sunday, November 22, 2026, from 9 am to 3 pm. Admission is free. A raffle will feature handmade items and a Pond House gift card, ... Read more

Enjoy all-you-can-eat pancakes alongside the full à la carte brunch menu on Sunday, November 22, 2026, from 10 am to 1 pm. Reservations are strongly recommended; call 860-349-6033. View the ... Read more

More than 200 decorated trees, holiday shopping, raffles, children’s activities, and live entertainment fill The Summit at Danbury for Ann’s Place’s annual Festival of Trees. The event celebrates the community ... Read more

Explore John Constable’s innovative open-air paintings and their influence on European landscape art. Challenging the conventions of the picturesque, Constable made skies, light, seasons, and atmosphere central subjects in his work. The tour takes place Sunday, November 22, 2026, from 1 pm to 1:45 pm in the second-floor galleries. Admission is free. Yale Center for ... Read more

The Hartford Symphony Orchestra explores the shared traditions and emotions that connect people during Rush Conducts Brahms 4, part of the 2026–2027 HSO Masterworks Series, with performances November 20 through 22, 2026. Music Director finalist Jonathan Taylor Rush leads the concert, which considers the ways people dance, celebrate, mourn and remember through music. The program ... Read more

The Hartford Wolf Pack host the Springfield Thunderbirds for I-91 Rivalry Night on Sunday, November 22, 2026, at 3 pm. This season’s rivalry is presented by Braman. PeoplesBank Arena is located at 1 Civic Center Plaza, Hartford, CT.

Play a music-themed, bingo-style game during this sing-along night hosted by Digital Tracks DJ. Mark songs on your card as they play across three rounds of different musical themes. Song titles and artists are announced, so no music trivia knowledge is needed. Playing is free, and food and drinks are available for purchase. The event ... Read more