ICYMI: Our top 5 visited stories of the week

The Farm Italy opens at Mohegan Sun, Lil’ Wayne to perform in Hartford, Fairfield University announces summer youth programs, Psychic medium Matt Frazer returns to Connecticut, and a new summer tradition begins in Stamford, rounds out our top-visited stories of the week.

The Farm Italy at Mohegan Sun opened in May 2025 — Photo via Mohegan Sun

The Farm Italy opens at Mohegan Sun, replaces former Ballo Italian space

Located in the heart of Casino of the Earth, the celebrated Ballo Italian space has been completely reimagined—ushering in a new era of Italian dining under the continued leadership of restaurateur John Tunney and his acclaimed culinary, design, and operations team.

Lil Wayne Announces ‘Tha Carter VI’ Tour With Stop in Hartford on Aug. 5

Five-time Grammy award-winning rap icon Lil Wayne announces his ‘Tha Carter VI’ tour, a special North American run following the release of his highly anticipated album Tha Carter VI and celebrating over 20 years of his iconic Tha Carter album series. The tour will feature special guests Tyga and Belly Gang Kushington across all dates and NoCap on select dates. Produced by Live Nation, the 34-city tour includes a stop at Xfinity Theatre in Hartford, CT, on August 5, 2025.

Fairfield University announces summer youth programs

Fairfield University’s scenic campus welcomes students of all ages this summer with an exciting array of youth camps and academic programs designed to spark curiosity and inspire creativity. From STEM workshops to athletic camps and acting classes, the University’s summer offerings provide a dynamic blend of education and fun in a vibrant collegiate setting.

Matt Fraser to perform at Warner Theatre in Torrington Connecticut in August 2025

Psychic medium Matt Fraser to appear at Warner Theatre in August

America’s Top Psychic Medium, Matt Fraser, is bringing his extraordinary gift to Connecticut! The internationally renowned medium and star of the hit E! Entertainment television series will appear live at the Warner Theatre’s Oneglia Auditorium on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at 7:30 PM.

Summer in the Park, mill river park stamford, connecticut in July 2025

Stamford kicks off new summer tradition with ‘Summer in the Park’ at Mill River Park

Stamford Downtown is turning up the heat this July with the launch of Summer in the Park, a three-week celebration of live music, food festivals, and cultural performances set against the scenic backdrop of Mill River Park.

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