🛫 Breeze Airways is launching a brand-new twice‑weekly nonstop route from Bradley International Airport (Windsor Locks, CT) to Greensboro/Winston‑Salem, NC.

🇺🇸 Experience the American Revolution at a free exhibit popping up Sat, June 14 (and select days after) from 11 AM–3 PM at the historic Oliver Ellsworth Homestead (778 Palisado Ave, Windsor), tech‑driven storytelling meets Revolutionary-era realness!

Nature > Netflix. If your idea of birdwatching is glancing at pigeons on your lunch break, it's time for a glow-up. The Hartford Audubon Society has been helping locals spot eagles, owls, warblers, and all kinds of flying freaks since 1909. They lead hikes, teach you how to actually use those binoculars, and give major David Attenborough vibes - all while protecting the natural beauty of Connecticut.

Supporting them = more trails, cleaner parks, and a chance to tell your friends you saw a pileated woodpecker in the wild. And if you want an ID sidekick, grab the free Merlin app from Cornell Lab - it’ll translate bird songs and photos on the spot, making you look like a pro even if you're just starting out.

Whether you’re a seasoned birder or someone who just needs to touch grass, this nonprofit makes it easy to reconnect with nature - and look cool doing it. Check out a walk, join a count, or just donate so the next generation gets a shot at wild wonder.

☕ Black Crow Coffee has officially opened its doors at 9 North Main St., Enfield, serving up specialty drinks, teas, seasonal beverages, and pastries in the town’s Thompsonville plaza.

🌟 Chick‑fil‑A is cracking open its doors June 12 at 2534 Albany Ave in Bishop’s Corner—West Hartford’s second location, bringing 90 jobs (minus a drive-thru, but plus major chicken vibes)

Big changes are brewing at Westfarms Mall (500 Westfarms Mall, Farmington) - from glam to games to good coffee. Relax Day Spa, Windsor, Unsettled Geeks, and Caffè Aronne are the newest spots turning the mall into a full-day vibe.

☕ Coffee Fix is brewing up its grand opening today at 945 Silas Deane Hwy - right next to your favorite slice and fresh cut.

🌮🍕 Renaldo’s Pizza and El Sombrero just teamed up under one roof at 75 Center St, Southington - serving up Mexican, Italian, and major flavor during tonight’s Music on the Green.

🛍️ Five Below is now open at 724 Queen St, Southington in the ShopRite Plaza - 8,500 square feet of deals where CVS used to be!

Hartbeat Music Festival (Mortensen Riverfront Plaza) Is Hartford’s Summer Anthem. This Saturday (6/14) from 12PM-9PM, the Mortensen Riverfront Plaza is turning into one giant vibe. Hartbeat Music Festival is bringing nonstop bands, a beer garden, food trucks, and that golden-hour riverfront glow that makes you forget you ever liked air conditioning.

It’s free, it’s local, and it’s exactly what your camera roll’s been begging for. Grab your friends, bring a lawn chair if you must, and get ready to hear the city pulse louder than I-84 at rush hour.

Enfield | Pottery Wheel Workshop | 6-8PM $ - Get your hands dirty at Kil’n It Pottery Studio (610 Enfield St). No experience needed, just a willingness to spin some clay and maybe make a mess. You'll craft a bowl, vase, or planter to be fired and cherished. Register

Farmington | Goddess Yoga: Intro to Kundalini | 6:30-8PM $ - Awaken your inner energy at Bridge Healing Arts Center (304 Main St). This session, led by Alison L. Carlson, blends breathwork, chanting, and movement in a supportive environment. Part of a 6-week series, but drop-ins are welcome.

Glastonbury | Farmers Market | 3:30-6:30PM -Behind Town Hall (2155 Main St), the market buzzes with fresh produce, local vendors, and live music. It's the community gathering spot you didn't know you needed.

West Hartford | Baby Bunch: You and Your Baby | 11AM New parents, this one's for you. Join the Mandell JCC (335 Bloomfield Ave) for a supportive meetup to connect, share, and maybe even nap (for the babies, of course). RSVP to Susan at [email protected]

LIVE MUSIC

⬢ East Hartford - Wickham Memorial Library | Dis N Dat | 6:30-7:30PM
⬢ Enfield - Town Green | A Touch of Jazz: Louis Armstrong Tribute | 7PM

Enfield | Strawberry Moon Reiki & Sound Meditation | 6:30-8PM $ - Under the glow of the Strawberry Full Moon, Elemental Studios Yoga & Wellness (2 Pearson Way) hosts a guided meditation infused with Reiki and sound healing. Craft your own essential oil Moon Mist to take home. Tix

Manchester | Comic: Sammy Obeid | 7PM $ - Known for hosting Netflix's 100 Humans and his record-breaking 1,001 consecutive nights of comedy, Sammy is bringing his sharp wit to the Hartford Funny Bone Comedy Club (194 Buckland Hills Dr). Tix

Rocky Hill | Speed Dating (Ages 21-27) | 7-9PM $ - Looking to meet someone new? Still Hill Brewery (1275 Cromwell Ave) hosts a speed dating event for ages 21–27. Tickets include a drink; spots are limited. Register

TRIVIA

Manchester | Trivia Night | 7:30PM - Test your knowledge at Elicit Brewing (165 Adams St) with host Marek. Free to play, with prizes for the top three teams. Grab a pint and join the fun.

LIVE MUSIC

⬢ Hartford - Black Eyed Sally’s | Gianni Gardner & Ascent | 7-10PM
⬢ Southington - Town Green | City Express Band | 7PM
⬢ Unionville Puente Pub | The Tribulations | 6-9PM

Avon | CT Wineries Talk: Michelle Griffis | 6:30-7:30PM - Wine enthusiast “The Nutmeg Nose” shares insights on Connecticut's 40+ wineries at the Avon Free Public Library (281 Country Club Rd). Sip on knowledge and plan your next vineyard visit. Registration

Bristol | British Motorcars Car Show | 5PM - Muzzy Field Park hosts a showcase of classic British cars. Admire vintage vehicles and enjoy the automotive nostalgia.

Newington | Newington Goes Country | 5-10PM - Mill Pond Park transforms into a country fair with live music, line dancing, a petting zoo, mechanical bull, and more. Fun for the whole family.

TRIVIA

Southington | Early 2000s Trivia Night | 7PM - Test your knowledge of the early 2000s at Witchdoctor Brewing Company (168 Center St). Prizes for the top teams and plenty of nostalgia

LIVE MUSIC

⬢ Bristol- American Legion Post 245 | The Conspiracy | 6PM
⬢ Enfield Fairfield Inn & Suites | Bryan Titus | 7-9PM
⬢ Glastonbury - Cotton Hollow Kitchen | Jerome Daly & Friends | 6-9PM
⬢ Hartford - Bushnell Park | Ghazi Omair Performance | 6PM
⬢ Manchester - The Main Pub | Madison Blues | 6-9PM
⬢ West Hartford - Blueback Square | Jazz in the Square | 12-1:30PM

East Hartford | NEJeep's Annual Cruise Night | 6-8PM - Jeep enthusiasts unite at Cabela's (475 E Hartford Blvd N) for a showcase of rugged vehicles and community spirit. A must-attend for off-road aficionados.

Enfield | Dead Man's Cell Phone (Play) | 7PM $ - Dive into the intriguing world of Sarah Ruhl's play at the Dionysus Theatre Company (90 Elm St). A story that explores the complexities of modern communication. Tix

Manchester | Chris Redd (Comedy Show) | 7:30PM & 9:30PM $ - SNL alum. Stand-up savage. Catch Chris Redd lighting up The Funny Bone (194 Buckland Hills Dr) for two shows that’ll leave your face sore from laughing. Secure your spots

Marlborough | Friday Night Bites | 6-9PM - Friday nights just got a glow-up at The Farm at Carter Hill (86 E Hampton Rd). It’s food trucks, live music, cold drinks, and community vibes so good they should be illegal.

Suffield | Suffield Summer Fair (6/13-6/15) | 5-9PM - Old-school fair vibes are back at Bruce Park (145 Bridge St). Rides, games, fried everything, and enough nostalgia to fill a funnel cake. Great for the fam or just an excuse to ride the tilt-a-whirl.

LIVE MUSIC

⬢ Bristol - Bleachers Bar | O.N.E (Creed Tribute Band) | 8:30PM
⬢ Hartford - The Webster Underground | Youth Fountain | 7PM $
⬢ Hartford - Black Eyed Sally’s | Faux Jazz | 8-11PM
⬢ Hartford - Arch St. Tavern | Muscle Tough with Px3 | 9PM $
⬢ Hartford - The Bushnell | Hot Chocolate Soul | 8PM $
⬢ Hartford - The Webster | Jamaican Me Dancehall Night | 9PM $
⬢ Hartford - Infinity Music Hall | Rebirth Brass Band | 8PM $
⬢ Manchester - The Hungry Tiger | Dead Show & Shakedown | 9:30PM
⬢ Rocky Hill - Arch 2 Sports Bar | Jeff’s Acoustic Getaway | 5-8PM

Collinsville | Collinsville Street Fair | 2-9PM - Collinsville Street Fair (15 River St) is sure to be packed with handmade art, vintage finds, food trucks, and more local color than a Crayola factory explosion. Free to roam, impossible to leave empty-handed.

East Hartford | Juneteenth Community Celebration | 11AM-4PM - Culture, food, and celebration at the Town Green (1047 Main St). Think music, soul food, and family-friendly vibes that honor the past and power up the future.

Granby | Touch-a-Truck Day | 10AM-1PM - Bulldozers. Fire engines. Horns. So many horns. Head to Salmon Brook Park (215 Salmon Brook St) and let your kids climb all over stuff they’re normally not allowed to.

Hartford | Hartbeat Music Festival | 1-9PM - Riverfront Recapture is throwing a free all-day music fest at Mortensen Riverfront Plaza (300 Columbus Blvd). Bands, beer garden, food trucks, sunshine. CT summer magic. More Info

Hartford | Hartford’s Got Talent | 6PM - Like America’s Got Talent, but local and way more fun. Talent showdown happening at The Bushnell (166 Capitol Dr). Cheering encouraged. Tix

New Britain | Northeast Volks 3rd Annual Auto Show | 9AM-3PM - It’s chrome, classics, and custom rides with Northeast Volks at (370 Linwood St). VW lovers, this is your moment.

Southington | Kids Fest (Featuring the Power Rangers) | 11AM-3PM $ - Yes, the actual Power Rangers are rolling into Lake Compounce (187 Enterprise Dr). Games, bouncy castles, face paint and your kid’s new favorite day.

West Hartford | Rose Weekend | 10AM-8PM - Elizabeth Park’s famous rose garden is in full bloom. Stroll through 15,000+ bushes, sip lemonade, and pretend you’re in a Jane Austen novel. Smells amazing.

West Hartford | Juneteenth Celebration | 11AM-4PM - Head to West Hartford’s CommUnity Juneteenth Celebration (50 S Main St) for a joyful celebration with music, poetry, food, and family programming that uplifts and educates. Beautiful and powerful.

LIVE MUSIC

⬢ Bristol - New Cambridge Project | The Q: Rob Glassman Band | 6PM $
⬢ Glastonbury - Rooftop 120 | Don’t Tell Lisa | 9PM
⬢ Hartford - The Webster | Sadboyprolific & 507Kaz | 8PM $
⬢ Hartford - The Webster Underground | Emo Night | 9PM $
⬢ Hartford - Bushnell Park Pavilion | Symphony in the Park | 2-3:30PM
⬢ Manchester - Elicit Brewing | Bad Habit | 9PM
⬢ Manchester - Murphy’s Sports Bar | Groove Groove | 9PM
⬢ Newington - The Flying Monkey Bar Grill | Keith Cooper & Linda Ransom | 5:30-10PM
⬢ Plainville - Relic Brewing | Center Stage Jazz | 6PM
⬢ Simsbury - Simsbury Grange No. 197 | Out The Boxx | 12-3PM

Bristol | Father’s Day at Creative Jam Co | 11AM-5:30PM $ - Trade in the golf tee for a paintbrush. Creative Jam Art Co. (350 Riverside Ave) is hosting a Father’s Day event where you and dad can make art, drink beer, and not talk about yard work. Book here

Farmington | Dads, Donuts, Tractors & Trucks | 10AM-2:30PM - The Farm Truck at Hein Farm (303 Meadow Rd) is serving up coffee, donuts, and a lineup of vintage tractors and trucks to drool over. Great for little kids and big kids disguised as dads.

LIVE MUSIC

⬢ Glastonbury Hops on the Hill | Jay Bernard | 2-5PM
⬢ Hartford - Infinity Music Hall | Spyro Gyra (Jazz Legends) | 8PM $
⬢ Mildale - Kinsman Brewing | World’s Smallest Quartet | 6PM
⬢ Newington - The Flying Monkey Bar Grill | Stoltz & Co | 5:30–8PM
⬢ Newington - Mill Park Pond | Summer Concert Series Kickoff | 12-3PM
⬢ Simsbury- Talcott Mountain Collective | Mike Wilson (Live Music) | 4-7PM
⬢ Windsor Locks - Luppoleto | Zak Trojano | 3PM

LIVE MUSIC

⬢ Hartford - TheaterWorks Hartford | Felicia Curry in Concert | 8:30PM $