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ICYMI: Our top five visited stories of the week

Winter Lantern Festival, Connecticut’s Largest Trick or Treat, CatVideoFest, Halloween events at Foxwoods, and Big Time Rush on Ice rounds out top visited stories this week.

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Winter Lantern Festival at Lyman Orchards opens on November 15

The Winter Lantern Festival will illuminate Connecticut this holiday season, creating a must-see display of electrifying lights made from more than 1,000 handmade Chinese lanterns. Beginning November 15, 2024 and running Fridays through Sundays through February 9, 2025, guests of all ages will be welcomed to the whimsical walk-through at Lyman Orchards in Middlefield, CT for an unforgettable experience this winter for many families of all ages. 

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Yard Goats to Host Connecticut’s Largest Halloween Trick or Treat Community Event

The Hartford Yard Goats Baseball Club, the Double-A Eastern League Affiliate of the Colorado Rockies, has announced it will be once again hosting Connecticut’s largest Halloween Trick or Treat community event at Dunkin’ Park this upcoming Sunday, October 27th from 12:00 pm until 3:00 pm.

catvideofest is coming to to the palace danbury theatre in Danbury Connecticut in November 2024
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CatVideoFest is coming to Danbury

Calling all cat lovers! On Saturday, November 16, CatVideoFest is taking over The Palace Danbury with a collection of hilarious, heartwarming, and downright adorable cat videos.

Halloween party at foxwoods in conencticut in October 2024

Three concerts, a Halloween party, and a Halloween bash are set for this weekend at Foxwoods

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Big Time Rush announces Big Time Rush on Ice – A holiday extravaganza is coming to Bridgeport in December

Just in time to celebrate the holidays, Big Time Rush has announced a special one-night only experience for fans this winter. BIG TIME RUSH ON ICE will take place on Saturday, December 14 at Total Mortgage Arena in Bridgeport, CT. Featuring a one-of-a-kind concert performance from Carlos, Kendall, James, and Logan on a 360° stage, spectacles on ice, plenty of surprises, fun and games, and more.

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Fall Cooking Classes

Looking for fall cooking and holiday ideas. Click here for AMG Catering. & Events Fall cooking schedule.

Gourmet Cookies

Indulge in Keksi gourmet cookies, featuring classic flavors such as chocolate chip and snickerdoodle, as well as new monthly creations. Made with the highest quality ingredients, each bite is a delicious treat. Perfect for any cookie lover!

Hartford Wolf Pack October 2024 home games

10.25.24 – Hartford Wolf Pack vs Lehigh Valley Phantoms click here to purchase tickets
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