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New seabird exhibit at The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk, Picklefest at Mohegan Sun, Annette Bening to receive Spirit of Katherine Hepburn award, Live Nation announces $99 4 pack lawn tickets for The Meadows Music Theatre shows, and Norwalk-based jam band Goose announced a surprise NYC show for this week, rounding out our top 5 visited articles this week.

Puffins at the Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk, Connecticut — Puffin at Photo via The Aquarium at Norwalk

The Maritime Aquarium opens new habitat featuring the only puffins in Connecticut

The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, June 11, to celebrate its newest exhibit, Seabirds Between Worlds. Local officials, community leaders, and project partners joined aquarium leadership for the event. The new attraction, which is home to the only puffins in Connecticut, officially opened to the public on Saturday, June 13.

Connecticut pickle festival returns to Mohegan Sun in August 2026 — Photo via Mohegan Sun

Connecticut Pickle Festival expands food vendor lineup at Mohegan Sun Earth Expo Center

The Connecticut Pickle Festival will hold its annual event at the Mohegan Sun Earth Expo and Convention Center in Uncasville. The three-day event is scheduled to run from Friday, Aug. 21, through Sunday, Aug. 23, 2026. Admission tickets are currently available for public purchase online.

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Annette Bening to receive Spirit of Katharine Hepburn Award in Old Saybrook, Connecticut — Photo via Netflix

Annette Bening to receive the annual Spirit of Katharine Hepburn Award in Old Saybrook

Acclaimed actress Annette Bening will receive the 11th annual Spirit of Katharine Hepburn Award this summer. The honor will be presented at the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center’s Gala on Saturday, August 29, 2026. The venue, affectionately known as the Kate, presents the award each year to an individual who embodies the spirit, independence, and character of the legendary actress.

Live nation 4 tickets for $99 at the meadows music theatre in hartford, connecticut — Image via Live Nation

Live Nation launches $99 ticket bundle for The Meadows Music Theatre

Live Nation has announced a promotional ticket package for select upcoming concert dates at The Meadows Music Theatre in Hartford. The ticketing initiative allows consumers to purchase a bundle of four lawn tickets to a single participating performance for a total price of $99.

Goose to perform in New York City's Central Park SummerStage in June 2026

Norwalk-formed jam band Goose schedules unexpected outdoor show following Madison Square Garden run

The Norwalk-formed band Goose has announced a surprise outdoor performance at Central Park SummerStage scheduled for Sunday, June 21, 2026. This newly added date follows the group’s two-night engagement at Madison Square Garden on June 19 and 20. General public tickets for the special performance go on sale Wednesday, June 17, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time.

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June events at Fairfield Theatre Company

6/19 – Greg Hawkes with Eddie Japan
6/19 – FTC Summer Jam
6/20 – Black Uhuru
6/20 – Daniel Glass Trio
6/21 – Make Music Fairfield
6/23 – Caitlynne Curtis
6/25 – Livingston Taylor
6/26 – FTC’s 80’s Dance Party
6/27 – Albert Cummings
6/28 – Midnight North

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6/22 – Post Malone, click here to purchase tickets

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