We’re officially down to the Final Four, and if you caught that wild ending in UConn’s men’s game against Duke… yeah, you already know. Absolute insanity capped off with a buzzer beater to punch their ticket forward.

Huge shoutout to Pet Supplies Plus for backing Connecticut Buzz Mutt Madness and hooking up a $100 gift card for the winner and $50 for second place, plus they’re the go-to if your pet needs anything at all.

After rounds of chaos and some very determined dog parents, just four pups are left standing and battling for the crown.

Our custom Connecticut town maps are officially live, and yeah… they’re a pretty slick way to rep your hometown without screaming it from the rooftops. You’ve got six colorways to pick from (terracotta, pastel, cyberpunk, contrast, midnight, forest), and you can even drop a house icon right on your exact spot to make it yours. Go 12x16 for $30 if you want something clean and low-key, or bump up to 18x24 for $35 if you want a piece that actually pops on the wall.

How to personalize it (takes 30 seconds):

Hartford’s back… and it’s a big one. The Yard Goats kick off Opening Day at Dunkin’ Park for their 10th season on Friday, April 3 at 7:10PM, and if you’ve ever been, you know it’s not just baseball, it’s fireworks, giveaways, theme nights, and a packed house that actually shows up, with tickets starting as low as $18, it’s a no-brainer night out.

From that first pitch buzz to the postgame chaos, this place has turned into one of the best atmospheres in minor league baseball, and Year 10 feels like a full-on celebration of everything that makes Hartford summers hit different.

The next Connecticut Buzz Dinner Club is officially headed to Wethersfield on Thursday, April 16 at 6:30 PM, after you voted it in, with Farmington coming in second. You can now bring a plus one if you don’t feel like flying solo, and it’s just $16 to save your seat while we handle the matching, the booking, and the fun little mystery that makes this way better than your standard dinner reservation.

HOW IT WORKS:

✦ Take a quick quiz about your interests, food preferences, and the kinds of people you’d actually want to spend a couple hours with.

✦ We match you with five other Connecticut Buzz readers based on your answers, so you’re not just getting tossed at a random table with chaos.

✦ The morning of the dinner, you’ll get the location of your restaurant and find out where your group is headed.

✦ During dinner, everyone gets the secret afterparty location in case you want to keep the night going. Totally optional, of course. If you’re full, socially tapped out, or just dreaming about sweatpants, you can call it a win and head home.

No clutter. No competing ads everywhere. Just clean, high-performing placements that get noticed. If you’ve been thinking about it… now’s the time.

🐶Adopt-a-pal: Meet Jax, a 3-month-old Siberian Husky with big puppy energy, a mischievous streak, and a growing 15-pound frame that could hit around 50 pounds full grown, making him a pretty solid pick for anyone ready for an adventurous sidekick.

🏡House of the week: This 1929 Tudor with 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, 2,765 square feet, and enough old-school charm to keep things interesting, including wood floors, crown molding, a wood-burning fireplace, and a bright sunroom. Check it out!

🔍Sighting of the week: I saw a bobcat casually cross the road in Glastonbury like it owned the place.

🔭Sky report: The Full Pink Moon hits on Wednesday, April 1 around 10 pm, so if you look up anytime around then, the moon is basically doing the most. After sunset, Venus will be the bright showoff low in the west and Jupiter sticks around for hours in the early evening, while Mercury reaches greatest western elongation on April 3 but stays frustratingly low near the pre-dawn horizon from the Northern Hemisphere, so that one’s for the real sky nerds.

You people know your stuff… 60.78% of you nailed last week’s trivia, so let’s level it up. The Connecticut State Capitol in Hartford, finished in 1878, sits on Trinity Hill overlooking Bushnell Park and was designed by Richard M. Upjohn in a bold Victorian Gothic style mixing Eastlake, French, and Gothic Revival elements. Built with white marble from East Canaan and granite from Rhode Island, it’s not just good-looking… it’s loaded with history.

That iconic gold leaf dome rises about 250 feet and needs to be re-gilded every few decades to keep it shining. And one of the coolest details most people don’t know… in 1879, 10,000 Civil War veterans gathered here to place 30 battle flags inside, officially turning the Capitol into a living memorial to the war.

From Hartford to Savannah, Georgia for 80 bucks* non-stop roundtrip, end of August for a week stay. See the deal!

From Boston to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic for 202 bucks* 1-stop roundtrip, end of April for a week stay. See the deal!

*Prices at the time of writing subject to change

🛍️ The Vintage Vault opens April 1 inside the historic Collins Company Axe Factory, with an April 18 grand opening featuring a vinyl DJ, Brew Haus CT drinks, and free cookies with every purchase.

🥐 LuAnn’s Bakery & Cafe opens its new 190 Trumbull St in Hartford today with a commemorative pin for the first 100 customers.

🍣Shogun X Revolving Sushi eyes a soft opening at the former Hooters 1483 Pleasant Valley Rd, Manchester, bringing all-you-can-eat sushi and a conveyor belt setup that feels a little more Tokyo than CT.

Canton | Almost Full 'Spring Frog' Moon Hike | 7:30 PM - Evening nature walk under the rising moon at Roaring Brook Nature Center (70 Gracey Rd). Explore

Enfield | Flower Patch Bunny Paint Party | 7 PM | ($) - Paint an adorable spring bunny with sips and snacks at Tipsy Paint Brush (610 Enfield St). Hoppity Hop

Hartford | Winter Blues: John Fries | 12 PM - Free lunchtime blues concert in downtown Hartford at State House Square Food Court (795 Main St).

South Windsor | Trivia: NTT Dad Rock | 6:30 PM - Test your classic rock knowledge with prizes at Name That Tune Trivia (765 Sullivan Ave).

Southington | Mosaic Bunny Workshop | 6:30 PM | ($) - Create a colorful mosaic bunny while enjoying craft brews at Witchdoctor Brewing (168 Center St). Create

Southington | Full Moon Goat Walk | 7 PM | ($) - Magical moonlit stroll with adorable goats at Bradley Mountain Farm (537 Shuttle Meadow Rd). Explore

Windsor | April Full Moon Hike - The Pink Moon | 7:15 PM | ($) - Guided evening hike celebrating the spring Pink Moon at Northwest Park (145 Lang Rd). Register

East Windsor | Rise & Release - April Full Moon Ritual | 6 PM | ($) - Spiritual full moon ceremony with intention setting at Moon & Moth Mercantile (35 South Main St). Find Balance

Farmington | 33rd Annual Easter Plant Sale | 9 AM - Beautiful flowers and plants just in time for Easter at 94 South Rd or 112 Farmington Ave. All weekend. Details

Hartford | FILM: "The Princess Bride" | 8 PM | ($) - Classic fairy tale romance on the big screen at Wadsworth Atheneum (600 Main St). Watch Now

North Granby | Spring Farmers Market | 4 -7 PM - Fresh local produce and artisan goods at Lost Acres Vineyard (80 Lost Acres Rd).

Suffield | Beginner Sourdough Workshop | 6 PM | ($) - Learn to bake perfect sourdough from scratch at The Raven's Rise (11 High St, Suite 104). Dig In

Wethersfield | 2026 Fresh Water Beginner Fly Fishing School | 6 PM - Learn casting basics from expert anglers at 30 Greenfield St. Explore

Berlin | The Savage Brothers Band | 8 PM - High-energy rock covers and good vibes at The Truck Bar (151 Webster Square Rd).

Berlin | Easter Plant Sale - Beautiful plants and flowers for the holiday at Berlin Kiosks (146 Mill St). Also open 4/5.

Bloomfield | Yellow Dog Story | 6 PM - Live acoustic tunes with craft beer at Back East Brewing (1296 Blue Hills Ave).

Farmington | Spring Opening & Easter Weekend | 10 AM- 5PM - Farm stand opens for the season at The Farm Truck at Hein Farm (303 Meadow Rd). All weekend. Shop Local

Hartford | 2026 Connecticut Chess Festival | Times Vary - Tournaments and games for all skill levels at Trinity College (300 Summit St). Details

Hartford | Creamery Station w/ PEAK | 9 PM | ($) - Indie rock double bill at Arch Street Tavern (85 Arch St). Listen Up

Hartford | Cardi B | 7:30 PM | ($) - Chart-topping rapper brings the heat to PeoplesBank Arena (1 Civic Center Plz). Listen Up

Hartford | Absolute Adele w/ Jennifer Cella | 7 PM | ($) - Stunning Adele tribute capturing every powerful note at Infinity Hall (32 Front St). Nice

Hartford | Magic for Adults | 7 & 9:30 PM | ($) - Mind-bending close-up magic and illusions for grown-ups at Infinity Hall (32 Front St). See the Show

Manchester | Manchester Easter Plant Sale | 10 AM - 6 PM - Flowers, plants, and spring garden essentials at the Fire House (32 Main St). All weekend

Marlborough | Line & Dine | 6 PM | ($) - Line dancing lessons plus dinner at American Legion (128 E Hampton Rd).

South Glastonbury | Spring Pop Up Shop | 10 AM - 4 PM - Local vendors and artisan goods at Killam & Bassette Farmstead (1098 Main St). Also open 4/4.

Broad Brook | Jingo! The Heart & Soul of Santana | 8 PM | ($) - Electrifying Santana tribute with Latin rock grooves at Broad Brook Opera House (107 Main St). Listen Up

East Hartford | Swap Meet Saturdays | 9 AM - 2 PM - Cars, truck and more -vendors, bargains, and treasures galore at 115 Park Ave.

Hartford | Night Zero w/ Fungkshui | 9 PM | ($) - Heavy rock and funk fusion at Arch Street Tavern (85 Arch St). Listen Up

New Britain | The 151 Card Show | 9 AM - 2 PM | ($) - Sports cards, memorabilia, and collectibles at Grand Alure Banquet Hall (85 West Main St).

Simsbury | John Spignesi Band w/ Scott Murawski | 8:30 PM - Jam band vibes with Phish collaborator at Talcott Mountain Collective (140 Nod Rd).

South Glastonbury | Beer-ster Egg Hunt (21+) | 2 PM - Adults-only egg hunt with craft beer prizes at Hops on the Hill (275 Dug Rd).

Tariffville | Live Record Recording | 8 PM - Watch a live album being recorded at Old Well Tavern (20 Tariffville Rd).

West Hartford | The Music of Steely Dan | 7 PM | ($) - All-star tribute to the jazz-rock legends at New Park Brewing (485 New Park Ave). Listen Up

Windsor | Gemstone Tree of Life Pendant Class | 10 AM | ($) - Wire-wrap a beautiful gemstone pendant at Mondazzi Books (570 Hayden Station Rd). Get Crafty

Berlin | Easter Brunch Buffet | 11 AM - Celebrate Easter with a delicious brunch spread at 2421 Berlin Turnpike.

East Granby | 2nd Annual Adult Spelling Bee! | 6 PM | ($) - Spell your way to glory at East Granby Public Library (24 Center St). Test Yourself

Manchester | Stoneware Mug Workshop | 6 PM | ($) - Hand-build your own ceramic mug at The Firestone (1115 Main St). Get Crafty

3/31

Berlin | Story Sprouts: Books & Fun | 4:30 PM | ($) - Interactive storytime and activities for little ones at Berlin Peck (234 Kensington Rd). Register

4/1

Newington | Free Easter Egg-Stravaganza for Kids! | 4 PM - Free egg hunt with games and treats for kids at Stew Leonard’s (3475 Berlin Tpke). Join the Fun

West Hartford | West Hartford Kids Event | 10 AM - Families are invited to come make a Butterfly Buffet. Bring a piece of fruit and a small container or two to take some home for your garden.

4/2

Newington | Magic Presents: It's Turtle Time! | 7 PM | ($) - Family-friendly magic show featuring turtle-themed illusions at Table Top Gaming (741 New Britain Ave).

Simsbury | Flashlight Egg Hunt | 6:30 PM - After-dark egg hunting adventure for kids at Simsbury High School (34 Farms Village Rd). Join the Fun

4/3

Avon | Kids Night Out - A Bug's Life! | 5 PM | ($) - Drop off the kids for crafts, games and the Pixar classic at West Avon Congregational Church (280 Country Club Rd). Watch Now

Bristol | Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Indian Rock Nature Preserve | 10 AM - Outdoor egg hunt in a beautiful nature setting at 501 Wolcott Rd. Register

Bristol | Easter Egg Hunt at The Carousel Museum | 12 PM | ($) - Egg hunt plus carousel rides for the whole family at 95 Riverside Ave. Join the Fun

South Windsor | Parks and Rec Annual Egg Hunt | 10 AM - Town-wide egg hunt for kids at South Windsor High School (161 Nevers Rd). Details

Windsor | Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt | 10 AM | ($) - Hunt for eggs across the farm at Brown's Harvest (1911 Poquonock Ave). Join the Fun

Windsor Locks | Easter Bunny & Egg Hunt | 11 AM - 1 PM - Meet the Easter Bunny and hunt for eggs at New England Air Museum (36 Perimeter Rd). Eggcelent

4/4

Broad Brook | Shag Bark's Annual Easter Egg Hunt | 11:30 AM - Farm-fresh egg hunt with animals and family fun at Shag Bark Hickory Farm (50 Harrington Rd).

Manchester | Wickham Park Opening Day! | 9:30 AM - Celebrate spring with the park's seasonal opening at Wickham Park (1329 Middle Tpke W).

Manchester | Downtown Manchester Egg Hop | 1 PM - Hop through downtown shops collecting eggs and prizes at Main St.

New Britain | 13th Annual Easter Egg Hunt! | 12 PM | ($) - Huge egg hunt with prizes at Trinity on Main (69 Main St). Sweet

North Granby | Free Family Egg Hunt | 10 AM - Free egg hunt for all ages at Valley Brook Community Church (160 Granville Rd). Nice

4/5

Manchester | Easter Egg Hunt at Trinity! | 10 AM - Family-friendly egg hunt after Easter service at Trinity Covenant Church (302 Hackmatack St). Join the Fun