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Connecticut Events Calendar
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Chinese New Year Celebration Show -- New Haven
February 21, 2010
Huge book fair, CDs, DVDs, art show, Chinese crafts and gifts. Professional and talented performers will present traditional Chinese music, Lion dance, dragon dance, folk dancing, martial arts, singing, traditional dance and magic show.
Location: Southern Connecticut State University, John Lyman Center for the Performing Arts, 501 Crescent Street. Time: 2:30-5 p.m. Cost: $10 at the door
Information: www.ynhchineseschool.org |
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| ANTIQUES |
Darien Antiques Show -- Darien
March 5, 2010 to March 7, 2010
More than 30 dealers of fine 17th through 19th century antiques, including English, American, and Oriental furniture; silver; jewelry; prints; paintings; quilts; and rare books.
Location: First Congregational Church of Darien, 14 Brookside Road.
Time: Friday preview party, 7-9:30 p.m.; Saturday,10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Admission: $10 at the door; $8 in advance
Information: 203-655-0491 or visit www.darienantiqueshow.org/ |
Connecticut Spring Antiques Show -- Hartford
March 13, 2010 to March 14, 2010
The Connecticut Spring Antiques Show is the premiere show for pre-1840 American furniture and decorative arts. Over 60 of the country's most respected antiques dealers feature outstanding examples of furniture, porcelain and pottery, American silver and pewter, fine art, brass and ironware, textiles and much more. Location: Connecticut Expo Center, 265 Rev. A. Moody Overpass. Time: Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission: $10; free parking. Information: www.ctspringantiquesshow.com |
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| CHILDREN & FAMILIES |
Built It -- Norwalk
Now through August 1, 2010
Join the crew and discover building basics. Lift, load, dump and haul. Learn about the building process and take a sneak peak at Stepping Stones construction plans for 2010. Location: Stepping Stones Museum for Children,
Mathews Park, 303 West Avenue.
Time: Tuesday 1 p.m.-5 p.m., Wed.-Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Admission: Museum admission.
Information: 203-899-0606
or visit or visit www.steppingstonesmuseum.org |
Hansel & Gretel – Bridgeport
Now through February 21, 2010
Set in a 1980s-inspired fairy tale world, there are so many surprises in this musical. Audiences of all ages cheered, gaffawed, rocked and rolled. Story is not scary.
Location: Downtown Cabaret Children's Company, 263 Golden Hill Street.
Information and tickets: 203-576-1636. |
The Physics Behind Fun at the Discovery Museum -- Bridgeport
Now through March 31, 2010
The exhibit captures the excitement of an amusement park experience while it explains lessons of physics. Visitors are guided by Newt, a little amphibian with a passion for scientific exploration. Newt points out and explains various concepts such as Newton's Laws of Motion, Angular Momentum, and other physics principles. The exhibit is designed for family learning.
Location: 4450 Park Avenue. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, noon-5 p.m.
Cost: Adults, $8.50; seniors, students, children, $7.
Information: 203-372-3521
or visit www.discoverymuseum.org/ |
Chinese New Year at the Children's Museum -- West Hartford
February 12, 2010
Come celebrate the Year of the Tiger. Enjoy the planetarium program, "Dragons in the Stars" and listen to folktales from Asia, told by Andre Keitt, the Greatheart Griot. Themed crafts, Chinese refreshments, and telescope viewing in the courtyard. Pre-registration requested.
Location: The Children's Museum, 950 Trout Brook Drive. Time: 6-9 p.m. Cost: $8 per person.
Information and registration: 860-231-2830 ext. 44 |
Let It Snow at Stamford Museum and Nature Center -- Stamford
February 13, 2010 to February 14, 2010
Snow will be piled high for sledding and making snowmen every Saturday and Sunday in February. Stop in the Overbrook building between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. to warm up and enjoy complimentary cocoa.
Location: Stamford Museum & Nature Center, 39 Scofieldtown Road. Hours: 9 am to 5 pm.
Cost: Let It Snow free with gate admission.
Information: 203-322-1646 or visit www.stamfordmuseum.org. |
Bite Week at Mystic Aquarium -- Mystic
February 14, 2010 to February 19, 2010
Kids learn about the teeth of marine animals and how they chew their food, the different ways they use their teeth and which don’t have teeth at all. Kids will also meet reptiles up close and learn about their teeth and diets. Location: Mystic Aquarium, 55 Coogan Blvd.
Time: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Cost: Adults, $26; seniors, $23; kids age 3-17, $19.
Information: 860-572-5955 or visit www.mysticaquarium.org. |
Dinosaur Camp for Children -- Oakdale
February 15, 2010 to February 19, 2010
Help adventurer and paleontologist, Dr. Arizona Bones to discover the treasure of King Rex before it falls into the clutches of Dr. Dreadful and his gang of fossil raiders. Dinosaur Camp includeds dinosaur-themed games and activities designed to stimulate imagination, challenge motor skills, and test dinosaur knowledge. Location: The Dinosaur Place, 1650 Hartford New London Turnpike.
Cost: Free.
Information: 860-443-4367 or visit www.thedinosaurplace.com. |
Penguin Party -- New London
February 20, 2010
Kids can participate in penguin-related games and activities, such as creating penguin sand art necklaces, coloring station and a waddling contest followed by screening of "Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa" on the Garde’s giant movie screen. Location: Garde Arts Center, 325 State Street.
Time: 3-5:30 p.m.
Cost: Adults, $12; children, $6.
Information: 860-444-7373 ext. 1 |
Let It Snow at Stamford Museum and Nature Center -- Stamford
February 27, 2010 to February 28, 2010
Snow will be piled high for sledding and making snowmen every Saturday and Sunday in February. Stop in the Overbrook building between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. to warm up and enjoy complimentary cocoa.
Location: Stamford Museum & Nature Center, 39 Scofieldtown Road. Hours: 9 am to 5 pm.
Cost: Let It Snow free with gate admission.
Information: 203-322-1646 or visit www.stamfordmuseum.org. |
Red Riding Hood: A Vaudeville Romp -- Bridgeport
March 6, 2010 to April 11, 2010
Enjoy this pie-throwing, roller-skating trip behind the footlights and into the heart of show business, when Vaudeville was king. Officer Patty O'Malley is on the beat as his friend Red Riding Hood prepares for her first solo trip to Granny’s house. Location: Downtown Caberet Theatre, 263 Golden Hill Street.
Time: Saturday and Sundays, noon and 2:30 p.m.
Information and tickets: 203 576-1636 or visit www.DowntownCabaret.org |
Planetarium Show on Black Holes – West Hartford
March 20, 2010
Come to the Travelers Science Dome for a special showing of “Black Holes: The Other Side of Infinity,” a full dome production from the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. There will be games and crafts and a chance for viewing through telescopes if the skies are clear. Pre-registration is requested.
Location: Gengras Planetarium, The Children's Museum, 950 Trout Brook Drive.
Time: 7-9 p.m.
Cost: $8.
Information and registration: 860-231-2830 ext. 44 |
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| FARMS |
Farm Day -- Scotland
May 15, 2010
Tools, farm equipment, blacksmith, pewter casting,
ax and saw demonstrations, open-hearth cooking, colonial tea, cheese making, spinning, weaving, sailors’ valentines, historical paintings, antiques
country store, chair caning, rug hooking
baskets, teddy bears and dolls
pottery, soap and candle making, woodworking, carving, furniture making, Colonial reenactors, Native American flutes, music and early instruments, scarecrow contest, pony rides, the Quiet Corner Fiddlers,farm animals, and more.
Location: Waldo House, Waldo Road.
Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: Adults, $4; children under age 10, free. Information: 860-456-0081 |
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| FOOD, WINE, BEER |
Celebration of Connecticut Wine -- Wallingford
February 10, 2010
Live music, local wine, and a dinner from Chef Leon of Comfort Kitchen Caterers and the Smokin' Kettle barbecue. This is a great opportunity to meet and network with local vineyard and winery owners.
Location: Gouveia Vineyards, 1339 Whirlwind Hill Road. Time: Wine reception at 6 p.m.; award and dinner at 7 p.m.
Information: 860-677-5467 |
Valentine's Decadence Tasting – Litchfield
February 13, 2010 to February 14, 2010
Indulge in this specialty event geared towards chocolate lovers. Learn how to correctly pair chocolates and wines... and taste some delicious combinations.
Location: Haight-Brown Vineyard, 29 Chestnut Hill Road.
Cost: $20.
Information: 860-567-4045 or visit www.haightvineyards.com. |
Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Tasting – Litchfield
February 27, 2010 to February 28, 2010
Straight from Italy! Advance tickets required.
Location: Haight-Brown Vineyard, 29 Chestnut Hill Road.
Time: Saturday seating at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.; Sunday seating a 2 p.m. Cost: $25 per person.
Information: 860-567-4045 or visit www.haightvineyards.com. |
Chinese Cooking Class -- West Hartford
March 12, 2010
Class on making chinese dumplings.Come and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon and learn the secrets of making authentic dumplings. Please bring your own apron and a container for leftovers. Reservation required. Location: 22E Andover Drive, Time: 2-4 p.m. Cost: Adults, $30; children under age 12, $10.
Information: 860-953-3322 or visit www.MingsChina.com |
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| GARDENS |
Connecticut Flower and Garden Show -- Hartford Convention Center
February 18, 2010 to February 21, 2010
The Convention Center will be transformed into a breathtaking event for floral and garden enthusiasts.
Explore over 250 booths of flowers, plants, herbs, bulbs, seeds and garden accessories. Many seminars to choose from.
Location: Hartford Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd.
Time: Daily 10 a.m.-8 p.m. except Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Admission; Adults, $14; seniors, $12 on Thursday and Friday only; children age 7-14, $2.
Information: 860) 844-8461 or visit www.ctflowershow.com/ |
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| HISTORIC |
Black History Month Tours -- Wethersfield
Now through February 28, 2010
In the Webb House, visitors will climb up to the attic where the slaves slept. In the Deane house, visitors will hear about Hagar and Pompey who came to the Deane house as part of Elizabeth Deane's dowry. The tour includes the modern 1770s kitchen where slaves worked and visited with friends and the slave chamber where slaves slept. Location: Webb-Deane-Stevens Museum,
211 Main Street.
Information: 860-529-0612
or visit or visit www.webb-deane-stevens.org |
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| MISCELLANEOUS |
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy-- Norfolk
March 21, 2010
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy’s fans span generations, filling concert halls around the country for shows that transport them back to a more wholesome, optimistic period. In fact, adult fans regularly show up dressed in ‘40s-era outfits and dance sophisticated swing routines. Location: Infinity Hall, 20 Greenwoods Road West.
Time: 8 p.m.
Cost: $50, $60, $80. Information: 866-666-6306 or visit http://infinityhall.com/ |
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| MUSEUMS |
The Allure of Lace – Hartford
Now through February 15, 2010
Exhibit displays flat-mounted laces, lace trimmed dresses and accessories by showing examples of the exquisite lace collars and cuffs fashionable in the 17th century and featured in many of Rembrandt's portraits.
Location: Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art, 600 Main Street.
Information: 860-278-2670 or visit www.wadsworthatheneum.org |
John Haberle: American Master of Illusion – New Britain
Now through March 14, 2010
Combining a masterful technique with sly, witty historical and personal reference to American life from 1870 to 1910, today John Haberle is considered one of the most accomplished American trompe l’oeil painters.
Location: New Britain Museum of American Art, 56 Lexington Street.
Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thursday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, noon-5 p.m.
Information: 860-229-0257 |
Gerberich’s Gadgetry
Now through April 23, 2010
Gerberich’s artworks suggest to visitors countless scenarios and intriguing possibilities. Gerberich is a recycler extraordinaire. Under his sure hand, everything old is new again. Location: Stamford Museum & Nature Center, 39 Scofieldtown Road. Information: 203-322-1646 or visit www.stamfordmuseum.org. |
Reunited Masterpieces: From Adam and Eve to George and Martha -- Hartford
February 14, 2010 to April 14, 2010
The reunion of these paintings allows a better appreciation of how these paintings were originally conceived and how the artists subtly adjusted one painting to complement the other. Location: Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art, 600 Main Street. Information: 860-278-2670 or visit www.wadsworthatheneum.org |
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| MUSIC |
Buckwheat Zydeco -- Norfolk
February 11, 2010
Buckwheat Zydeco's repertoire consists of soulful original tunes and the trademark exuberance that's made Dural the world's best-loved zydeco artist, and has earned Buckwheat Zydeco fame as "The World's Greatest Party Band." Location: Infinity Hall, 20 Greenwoods Road West.
Time: 8 p.m.
Cost: $35, $40, $55
Information: 866-666-6306 or visit http://infinityhall.com/ |
River City Slim & The Zydeco Hogs -- Norfolk
February 13, 2010
River City Slim & The Zydeco Hogs have been rockin’ the zydeco world throughout the Northeast for over five years, and now they’re ready to rock your world. New England's hottest Zydeco dance band is here at Infinity Hall! Location: Infinity Hall, 20 Greenwoods Road West.
Time: 8 p.m.
Cost: $20, $30.
Information: 866-666-6306 or visit http://infinityhall.com/ |
John Mayall -- Norfolk
February 14, 2010
John Mayall started playing blues in semi-professional bands, The Powerhouse Four and then in The Blues Syndicate. Mayall still continues to remain true to the timeless music and to popularize the blues all over the globe.
Location: Infinity Hall, 20 Greenwoods Road West.
Time: 8 p.m.
Cost: $65, $70, $90
Information: 866-666-6306 or visit http://infinityhall.com/ |
Manhattan String Quartet Concert – South Windsor
February 14, 2010
Celebrate Valentine's Day with this performance of works by Mozart, Shostakovich and Mendelssohn-Bartholdy. The quartet has established an international reputation as today's pre-eminent interpreter of the Shostakovich string quartets.
Location: First Congregational Church, 993 Main Street.
Time: 2 p.m.
Cost: Free.
Information: 860-644-5320 or visit www.woodmemoriallibrary.org |
Baroque Music for Guitars -- Norfolk
February 21, 2010
This concert is brought to you by The Yale School of Music Guitar Department. The program will include repertoire from Bach, Telemann, Scarlatti.
Location: Infinity Hall, 20 Greenwoods Road West.
Time: 3 p.m.
Cost: $20, $30
Information: 866-666-6306 or visit http://infinityhall.com/ |
The Cornell Gunter Coasters, the Platters, The Marvelettes – Bridgeport
February 26, 2010 to February 27, 2010
Three legendary groups for one unforgettable night.
Location: Downtown Cabaret Theatre, 263 Golden Hill Street.
Times and costs: Friday, 6 p.m. $49 and $63; Friday, 9 p.m., $19 and $39; Saturday at 5:30 and 8:30 p.m., $66 and $76.
Information and tickets: 203-576-1636 or visit www.downtowncabaret.org |
Magical Flute with Orchestra New England -- New Haven
March 6, 2010
Orchestra New England’s principal flutist emeritus, Adrianne Greenbaum returns to perform the world premiere of Moscow composer Andrey Rubtsov's Flute Concerto. Location: United Church on the Green, Corner of Temple and Elm streets.
Time: 8 p.m.
Information: www.orchestranewengland.org or call 203-777-4690. |
Dave Mason-- Norfolk
March 7, 2010
Dave Mason’s profound influence over rock music remains unquestioned even today. Mason has performed on a number of albums such as The Rolling Stones' "Beggars's Banquet", George Harrison's "All Things Must Pass", Paul McCartney's "Listen To What The Man Said" and Jimi Hendrix's "Electric Ladyland". Location: Infinity Hall, 20 Greenwoods Road West.
Time: 8 p.m.
Cost: $55, $75. Information: 866-666-6306 or visit http://infinityhall.com/ |
The Celtic Tenors-- Norfolk
March 11, 2010
The Celtic Tenors have established themselves as the most successful classical crossover artists ever to emerge from Ireland. In 2000, following an impromptu audition in London, the Celtic Tenors were signed on the spot to an international record deal, a highly unusual event that was the talk of the music industry. Location: Infinity Hall, 20 Greenwoods Road West.
Time: 8 p.m. Cost: $40, $50. Information: 866-666-6306 or visit http://infinityhall.com/ |
Cara -- Norfolk
March 13, 2010
A magical night of Irish music. Cara all began in 2003, rooted in Irish and Scottish traditional music, but with ambitions to create a new and unique sound. The band weaves flute, guitar, piano, fiddle, pipes, and concertina together with the brilliant vocals, working the Irish music with just a touch of the German folk influence to keep a different perspective on the music.
Location: Infinity Hall, 20 Greenwoods Road West.
Time: 8 p.m.
Cost: $27, $35, $75
Information: 866-666-6306 or visit http://infinityhall.com/ |
Alicia Keys Concert -- Ledyard
March 13, 2010 to March 14, 2010
Alicia Keys's eclectic education and early life lessons inspired her musical hybrid of soul, hip-hop, jazz, and classical. This fusion permeated her five-time Grammy-winning 2001 inaugural release, “Songs In A Minor.”
Location: MGM Grand at Foxwoods, 39 Norwich-Westerly Road.
Time: 8 p.m.
Cost: $90, $140, and $160.
Information: 866-646-0609 or visit www.mgmatfoxwoods.com |
Jane Monheit -- Norfolk
March 19, 2010
An internationally celebrated jazz vocalist with six albums to her name by age 30, Jane Monheit has performed at most of the major concert halls, festivals and jazz clubs around the world, and collaborated with Michael Buble, John Pizzarelli, Michael Feinstein, Ramsey Lewis and Fred Hersch. Location: Infinity Hall, 20 Greenwoods Road West.
Time: 8 p.m. Cost: $45, $60. Information: 866-666-6306 or visit http://infinityhall.com/ |
Soul Sound Revue-- Norfolk
March 26, 2010
Soul Sound Revue by far the hottest Motown show this side of Detroit performs the greatest hits in the true Motown tradition. Soul Sound Revue recreates the dynamic vocal harmonies and musical styling of classic Motown groups of the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s. Location: Infinity Hall, 20 Greenwoods Road West.
Time: 8 p.m.
Cost: $19, $24, $34 (dance floor - $19 level). Information: 866-666-6306 or visit http://infinityhall.com/ |
Maura O'Connell -- Norfolk
March 27, 2010
From her first recorded appearance as a lead vocalist with the celebrated traditional Celtic group DeDanaan in 1981, to her latest Sugar Hill release – Naked with Friends -- O'Connell has married an unmistakable deep, rich, flexible voice and her signature talent for finding what's most potent in a song.
Location: Infinity Hall, 20 Greenwoods Road West.
Time: 8 p.m.
Cost: $25, $30, $40
Information: 866-666-6306 or visit http://infinityhall.com/ |
James Cotton-- Norfolk
April 1, 2010
The musical pedigree of Grammy Award winner James “Superharp” Cotton consists of a veritable who’s who in the world of the Blues. He has shared the stage with B.B. King, Johnny Winter, the Allman Brothers, Santana, Bonnie Raitt, Led Zeppelin, Janis Joplin, Sam and Dave, The Grateful Dead among many others. Location: Infinity Hall, 20 Greenwoods Road West.
Time: 8 p.m.
Cost: $30, $35, $45. Information: 866-666-6306 or visit http://infinityhall.com/ |
Roomful of Blues -- Norfolk
April 2, 2010
Even though Roomful of Blues’s lineup has changed over the years, the band has always been one of the tightest, most joyful blues ensembles in the world. Currently an eight-piece unit led by guitarist Chris Vachon, the band has never sounded fresher or stronger. Moving effortlessly from originals to carefully chosen covers, the expertly executed songs sizzle from start to finish.
Location: Infinity Hall, 20 Greenwoods Road West.
Time: 8 p.m.
Cost: $25, $30, $40
Information: 866-666-6306 or visit http://infinityhall.com/ |
Graham Parker-- Norfolk
April 3, 2010
For nearly 30 years, Graham Parker has been slinging his signature sound, earning a spot in the pantheon of influential rock 'n' roll figures. Since his early days with "The Rumour", Parker has coupled punk's energy with his deeply rooted love of American R&B, country, and soul music. Location: Infinity Hall, 20 Greenwoods Road West.
Time: 8 p.m.
Cost: $20, $25, $35. Information: 866-666-6306 or visit http://infinityhall.com/ |
Average White Band -- Norfolk
April 10, 2010
Average White Band is widely regarded as one of the best soul and funk bands in the history of music. Though perhaps best known for their timeless instrumental mega-hit 'Pick Up the Pieces' the band's strength actually lay in their consistently accomplished song-writing.
Location: Infinity Hall, 20 Greenwoods Road West.
Time: 8 p.m.
Cost: $32, $36, $50
Information: 866-666-6306 or visit http://infinityhall.com/ |
Kenny Rogers: The First 50 Years – Ledyard
April 10, 2010
It will be a rollicking celebration, filled with music and comedy from some of the biggest stars in the entertainment world performing, appearing and sharing stories about Kenny Rogers and his music. Dolly Parton, Lionel Richie, Alison Krauss, Wynonna and The Oak Ridge Boys are some of the performers to appear on the television special. Location: MGM Grand at Foxwoods, 39 Norwich-Westerly Road.
Cost: $100, $150, $225, $275. Information: 866-646-0609 or visit www.mgmatfoxwoods.com |
Straight No Chaser -- Hartford
April 15, 2010
This group is reinventing the idea of a cappella on the modern pop landscape. Formed a dozen years ago by students at Indiana University, the group has reassembled and reemerged as a phenomenon with a huge fan base. Straight No Chaser delivers the captivating sound of ten human voices coming together to make extraordinary music that is moving people.
Location: The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts, 166 Capitol Avenue. Time: 7:30 p.m. Cost: $22-$32.50.
Information: 860-987-5900 or visit www.bushnell.org |
Ambrosia-- Norfolk
April 24, 2010
Ambrosia is one of America’s best loved pop acts. In the new millennium the members of Ambrosia have given some of their most ambitious concert performances to date. The buzz surrounding Ambrosia isn’t surprising given the heights the band scaled during the 1970s and early 1980s. Location: Infinity Hall, 20 Greenwoods Road West.
Time: 8 p.m.
Cost: $25, $35, $45. Information: 866-666-6306 or visit http://infinityhall.com/ |
A Mass for Peace in Our Time -- Naugatuck
April 25, 2010
The Waterbury Chorale Presents A Mass for Peace in Our Time with performances of "The Armed Man" by Karl Jenkins
and "Hymn to the Fallen" By John Williams. Location: The Congregational Church of Naugatuck, 9 Division Street. Time: 4-6 p.m. Cost: Consult website. Information: www.waterburychorale.org |
The Jasper String Quartet-- Norfolk
April 25, 2010
The Jaspers are currently the graduate quartet-in-residence at the Yale School of Music. Location: Infinity Hall, 20 Greenwoods Road West.
Time: 3 p.m.
Cost: $20, $30. Information: 866-666-6306 or visit http://infinityhall.com/ |
Antigone Rising -- Norfolk
April 29, 2010
Antigone Rising, the NY-based all-female rock band is best known for its grass roots indie ethic and non-stop touring schedule. With the recent addition of Nini Camps as its lead singer, Antigone Rising has continued to turn heads and gain popularity with its strong songs and soaring three-part harmonies. Location: Infinity Hall, 20 Greenwoods Road West.
Time: 8 p.m.
Cost: $20, $30. Information: 866-666-6306 or visit http://infinityhall.com/ |
The New Kids on the Block – Ledyard
May 21, 2010
Location: MGM Grand at Foxwoods, 39 Norwich-Westerly Road.
Time: 8 p.m.
Cost: $55 and $75.
Information and tickets: www.mgmatfoxwoods.com or call 866-646-0609. |
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| OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES |
Let It Snow at Stamford Museum and Nature Center -- Stamford
February 20, 2010 to February 21, 2010
Snow will be piled high for sledding and making snowmen every Saturday and Sunday in February. Stop in the Overbrook building between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. to warm up and enjoy complimentary cocoa.
Location: Stamford Museum & Nature Center, 39 Scofieldtown Road. Hours: 9 am to 5 pm.
Cost: Let It Snow free with gate admission.
Information: 203-322-1646 or visit www.stamfordmuseum.org. |
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| PARTIES, DANCES, BALLS |
BlackRock Mardi Gras Celebration -- Bridgeport
February 13, 2010
BlackRock Rocks Mardi Gras Celebration is a taste of New Orleans. This annual fundraising party starts in the afternoon and goes well into the night. Featuring over a dozen bands and New Orleans inspired food, the atmosphere of Carnival is alive. Location: Black Rock Tavern 2926 Fairfield Avenue. Time: 2 p.m.-closing. Information: 203-336-9255 or visit http://blackrockrocks.org/home/ |
Chester Winter Carnivale Samba Dance -- Chester
February 20, 2010
The Samba Dance is the kick-off party for the Chester Winter Carnivale. Brazilian music, dancing, food, beverages, costumes, prizes and more.
Location: St. Joseph Parish Center, 48 Middlesex Avenue. Time: 8 -11 p.m.
Cost: $45 in advance; $50 at the door; students, $15.
Information: 860-526-2374, or email: rcalder@brayce.org |
Spring Benefit Dance -- Wethersfield
March 27, 2010
This year’s dance, A Touch of Class, will feature music from big band classics through the best dance hits of the 1980s performed live by the popular Boston-based band Tuxedo Junction. The Friends of the Eleanor Buck Wolf Nature Center will provide light refreshments, prizes, non-alcoholic beverages, and drink set-ups for those who bring alcoholic beverages. Proceeds from the dance will benefit the Eleanor Buck Wolf Nature Center. Location: Pitkin Community Center, 30 Greenfield Street. Time: 7-11:30 p.m.
Cost: $25 in advance or $30 at the door
Information: 860-529-3075 or visit www.ebwnaturecenter.org |
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| PERFORMING ARTS, THEATER, DANCE |
"Jerry's Girls" -- Clinton
Now through November 7, 2010
"Jerry's Girls" is a musical revue celebrating the hits of Jerry Herman. Showstoppers from "Mame," "Hello Dolly!" "Mack and Mabel," "Dear World" and "La Cage Aux Folles" performed by area performers. Location: 54 East Main Street / Route 1. Time: 8 p.m.Cost: All tickets $15; reservations required. Information: 860-770-7600 or visit ww.clintonfamilytheatre.com |
“Gee's Bend" -- Hartford
Now through February 14, 2010
Meet the women of Gee's Bend, Alabama, who sing hauntingly beautiful gospel melodies as they create magnificent handmade quilts. The story of the women of Gee's Bend, who quilted their way to economic freedom, already has touched millions of people who witnessed their stunning quilt work through a national exhibition tour and in the media. Location: Hartford Stage,
50 Church Street.
Time: Call for schedule and ticket information.
Information: 860-527-5151
or visit or visit www.hartfordstage.org |
Play With Your Food – Fairfield and Greenwich
Now through April 6, 2010
This popular theater program includes buffet lunch, professional readings of one act-plays, and discussion with actors. Time: Noon-1:30 p.m. Cost: $42.Information and tickets: 203-293-8831 or visit www.playwithyourfood.org. Schedule is:
Fairfield Theatre Company, 70 Sanford Street, Fairfield on January 19, February 9, March 9, and April 6.
Greenwich Arts Council, 299 Greenwich Avenue, Greenwich, on Jan 6-7, February 10-11, and March 31-April 1. |
“The Lion King” -- Hartford
Now through February 14, 2010
Let your imagination run wild at the Tony Award-winning Broadway sensation Newsweek calls "a landmark event in entertainment." Location: Bushnell Theater, Mortensen Hall, 166 Capitol Avenue. Cost: $20.50 - $128. Information: 860-987-5900 or visit www.bushnell.org |
“Sylvia” – New Haven
February 17, 2010 to March 14, 2010
Sylvia would do anything for Greg. She
loves him unconditionally and hangs on his every word. Greg would do anything for Sylvia, including stay home from work to spend time with her. Greg’s wife, Kate, isn’t thrilled that Sylvia’s made herself so at home, not to mention that she’s shedding all over the couch. A.R. Gurney charms with his beloved comedy of married life, the things that bind us, and the dogs that get in the way.
Location: Mainstage, Long Wharf Theatre, 222 Sargent Drive. Time: Various; consult website. Cost: consult website. Information: 203-787-4282 or visit www.longwharf.org |
“Spring Awakening” -- Hartford
February 23, 2010 to February 28, 2010
“Spring Awakening” is the groundbreaking fusion of morality, sexuality and rock and roll that has awakened Broadway like no other musical in years. Winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, “Spring Awakening” celebrates the unforgettable journey from youth to adulthood with a power, a poignancy and a passion you will never forget. Contains sexual situations, brief nudity and mature themes.
Location: Bushnell Theater, Mortensen Hall, 166 Capitol Avenue. Cost: $15-$72. Information: 860-987-5900 or visit www.bushnell.org |
Belly Dance Show -- New Haven
February 27, 2010
Come join the members of the Yale Belly Dance Society as they perform traditional and contemporary dances from across the Middle East and beyond. An evening of swirling skirts, intricate music, and dynamic dance. All proceeds benefit New Haven's Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen.
Location: Harkness Auditorium, Sterling Hall of Medicine,
333 Cedar Street. Time: 8 p.m. Cost: $5. Information: http://www.yale.edu/bellydance/events/
yalebellydance@gmail.com |
"Parallel Lives" -- Deep River
March 12, 2010 to April 3, 2010
Phoenix Theater presents Parallel Lives, in which five women take to the stage in a series of comedic vignettes that explain everything.
Location: 174 Main Street. Time: Fridays and Saturdays, 8 p.m.; Sunday, March 21, 2 p.m. Cost: General admission, $20; seniors and students, $18.
Information: 860-291-2988. |
The Legend of Sally Rand -- Bridgeport
March 26, 2010 to April 25, 2010
From Sally Rand's Nude Ranch in Texas through her infamous fan dance at the 1933 World’s Fair, this musical contains all the hope and glamour of show business while taking us through the very human story of Sally’s life and career.
Location: Downtown Cabaret Theatre, 263 Golden Hill Street.
Times: Fridays at 7:30 p.m.; Saturdays at 5:30 and 8:30 p.m.; Sundays at 5:30 p.m.
Cost: $39.50 and $32.50
Information and tickets: 203-576-1636 |
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Ends of the Earth exhibit -- Hartford
Now through March 24, 2010
Massive landscapes provide striking backdrops for the more than thirty exhibits - each combining interactive artifacts and hands-on learning activities for all ages. Visitors will explore the unique nature of the Earth’s Polar Regions, the current science being undertaken there, and how these regions are indicators of change.
Location: Connecticut Science Center, 250 Columbus Blvd. Information: www.CTScienceCenter.org or call 860.SCIENCE |
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Community Threads & Gee’s Bend Quilts – Farmington
Now through February 28, 2010
Hill-Stead Museum presents an exhibition of quilts by Gee's Bend artists and other renowned quilters, including Hartford's Ed Johnetta The museum will display five quilts by African American women, ranging in date from 1900 to 2005, in a manner befitting both their function and the deeply personal context of their creation.
Location: Hill-Stead Museum, 35 Mountain Road. Time: Tuesday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.Cost: Adults, $10; seniors, $9; students, $8; children ages 6-12, $5. Information: 860-677-4787 or visit www.hillstead.org. |
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