Celebrating Passover, Good Friday and Easter
April 2, 2026
Dear Neighbor,
This is my State Capitol update for the week of April 2.
Click the image below to view my video on this week’s events.
Here’s a list of today’s topics:
- Celebrating Passover, Good Friday and Easter. Click here.
- ICYMI -Free Tax Resources. Click here.
- Northwest Corner Events. Click here.
Celebrating Passover, Good Friday and Easter
This week, many members of the community will observe sacred and deeply meaningful religious holidays.
Beginning Wednesday evening, families gathered for the start of Passover, commemorating the Israelites' liberation from slavery in Egypt and celebrating faith, resilience, and freedom. The Seder brings loved ones together to reflect on enduring traditions and the meaning of community and persistence.
Tomorrow, Christians will observe Good Friday, a solemn day remembering the crucifixion and sacrifice of Jesus Christ. The week culminates on Easter Sunday, when Christians celebrate the resurrection, a message of hope, renewal, and new life.
These observances remind us of the enduring power of reflection and community in our shared world. To all who are celebrating, I wish you and your families a meaningful and peaceful holiday.
The tax deadline is fast approaching. There are several free resources available this year for anyone who needs to file state and federal taxes.
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program offers free tax help for low-to moderate-income (under $58,000) people who cannot prepare their own tax returns. Volunteers, sponsored by various organizations, receive training to help prepare basic tax returns in communities across the country. Visit Connecticut's 2-1-1 website and the Free Tax Help page for VITA assistance updates, or visit the IRS Site Locator.
AARP's Tax-Aide Program, a partnership between the AARP Foundation and the Internal Revenue Service, provides free tax counseling and preparation services to middle-and low-income taxpayers, with special attention to people age 60 and older. Many sites will e-file your federal and Connecticut returns at no cost to you. Visit the AARP Tax-Aide Site Locator to find a location near you.
The UConn Law School Tax Clinic is a pro bono (free) legal clinic that provides free legal help to low-income taxpayers with tax problems, either with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) or the Connecticut Department of Revenue Services (DRS). Lisa Perkins, Clinical Professor & Director, and law students will work on your case. The Tax Clinic also works with attorneys in Connecticut who volunteer to help low-income taxpayers pro bono. The Tax Clinic is independent and separate from the IRS and DRS. It is important to note, that the UCONN tax clinic is only able to assist individual taxpayers with Connecticut income tax problems. Contact Lisa Perkins at lisa.perkins@uconn.edu or 860-570-5165
ICYMI
The Congregational Church of Salisbury will host its monthly First Friday Music program on Friday, April 3 at 12:00 p.m. (doors open at 11:30 a.m.) at 30 Main Street in Salisbury. This month’s featured performer is Irish singer and composer Julie Feeney, a three-time Irish Album of the Year nominee and 2006 winner, who will present a 30-minute recital of original works alongside traditional Irish selections.
Crescendo – Lakeville's Chorus and Music
Crescendo will conclude the second half of its 22nd season with a series of spring performances and community events across the region. Highlights include:
• Tango workshops beginning March 28, with additional sessions on April 10 & 11
• Two choral concerts featuring tango-style repertoire, including two U.S. premieres, on April 25 & 26
• “Baroque Brilliance: Bach’s Motets” concerts on May 30 & 31
• A solo harpsichord recital honoring Wanda Landowska on June 13
A limited number of free tickets are available for community members upon request. They can be requested by writing to crescendo@crescendomusic.org.
The annual Shane Kinsella Memorial Run/Walk will be held on April 25. This year’s event features a 5K run and a 2-mile walk, with a kids’ run at 10:15 AM and the main race kicking off at 11:00 AM.
Proceeds support the SMK Fund, which helps local children participate in sports, attend camps, and access other enriching opportunities.
Click here to learn more.
The 41st annual Sharon Classic Road Race will be held on Saturday, May 2. This race features a 5.3-mile run/walk, plus kids’ races, and a lively family festival. Festivities begin at 9:00 AM. Proceeds support the Sharon Day Care Center.
Click here to learn more and register.
Click here or the flyer above to register.
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It is my honor to represent our district. I look forward to hearing from you about the issues raised in this newsletter, or any other topics you think I should know about. You can email me at maria.horn@cga.ct.gov or call me at (860)-240-8585. Thanks for reading, and I wish you a safe weekend.
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Sincerely,
Maria Horn
State Representative
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