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Two winners at Mohegan Sun last weekend, Hartford Wolf Pack announces preseason games, The Posh Tea Room offers an elegant and unique experience, The Glebe House announces a new chapter in All Hallow’s Eve events, and Mystic Cocktail Classic is in November

2 guest at mohegan Sun win over 650K each in September 2025 — Photo via Mohegan Sun

Two lucky Mohegan Sun guests walked away with more than $650k each this past weekend

More life-changing jackpots have been won at Mohegan Sun! This past weekend, two lucky Mohegan Sun guests each won massive $650k+ jackpots that totaled more than $1.3 million!

Hartford Wolf Pack to face Bridgeport Islanders in preseason home-and-home series

The Hartford Wolf Pack will begin the 2025-26 AHL campaign with two preseason games this October. The club will play a home-and-home set with the rival Bridgeport Islanders.

An assortment of desserts, including cannoli, fruit tarts, macarons and petit fours, is served on a lace doily during afternoon tea, photo by Kris Forland

The Posh Tea Room in Monroe offers an elegant, unique experience

Tucked away on Main Street in Monroe, The Posh Tea Room is more than just a stop for tea—it’s an escape into charm, grace, and indulgence. The moment you step inside, you’re greeted by lavender-toned walls, crystal chandeliers, and the soft notes of a Baldwin grand piano. It’s refined without being pretentious, elegant yet warmly inviting—exactly the kind of place you want to linger.

Halloween Events at the Glebe House Woodbury Connecticut in October 2025 — Photo via Glebe House Museum

‘Ground Zero: Witchcraft in Connecticut’ marks a new chapter in Glebe House Museum’s All Hollow’s Eve events

As the Glebe House Museum celebrates its 100th anniversary, a popular program rooted in Connecticut’s colonial past is getting a dramatic new form. Ground Zero: Witchcraft in Connecticut will debut Saturday, Oct. 4, at the Old Town Hall in Woodbury, transforming one of the museum’s most beloved traditions into a full-length theatrical podcast experience.

Mystic Cocktail classic in mystic connecticut in November 2025 — The Mystic Cocktail Classic (Nov 7-10, 2025) is coming to Mystic! Presented by Veritable Distillery

Mystic to host first Mystic Cocktail Classic Nov. 7–10

This fall, Mystic, Connecticut, will host the Mystic Cocktail Classic (November 7–10), a new event that will bring together some of the most influential voices in the cocktail and spirits world for conversation, competition, and coastal hospitality.

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Farmington Polo Club

The Farmington Polo Club is set to offer a vibrant lineup of events this June, blending competitive polo with festive themes and family-friendly activities.

September 13, 2025 – Horses and Horsepower
September 20, 2025 – Paws & Ponies
September 27, 2025 – FPC – Finals
September 28 2025 – Fall Derby

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Learn to cook this fall with AMG Catering

AMG Catering and Events in Wilton, Connecticut, is offering a fall series of cooking classes designed to celebrate seasonal flavors and global cuisine. Each class combines hands-on instruction with perfectly paired beverages, from wine and beer to creative cocktails, as participants learn to prepare a variety of savory and sweet dishes. From autumn-inspired comfort foods to festive holiday treats, these classes provide an interactive, fun experience for home cooks of all skill levels. Join AMG this fall to sharpen your culinary skills, explore new flavors, and enjoy delicious meals in a vibrant, social setting. Click here for more information.

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