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| Friends and Neighbors,
Next Monday, July 25, at 10AM, there will be a Puerto Rican Flag Raising Ceremony on the South Lawn of the State Capitol in Hartford! Please join Rep. Geraldo Reyes, Chair or the Black and Puerto Rican Caucus (BPRC), and other guests as they look to celebrate Puerto Rican culture and traditions, and symbolism of the flag. |
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| If you're looking for some fun things to do over the next few weeks, check out the round-up below. You'll also find some information about where to keep cool during the heat this weekend. |
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| Temperatures in Connecticut are set to reach more than 90 degrees with a heat index of triple digits at times. Connecticut's extreme hot weather protocol is in effect through 8 p.m. on Sunday, July 24. |
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| While enacted, a system is set up for state agencies, municipalities, and other partners to coordinate with the United Way/2-1-1 to make sure that information about cooling centers is available statewide so people can get some relief from the heat.
Below are cooling centers in our area.
East Hartford:
- East Hartford Public Safety Complex Lobby, 31 School St, Open 24/7
- East Hartford Public Library, 840 Main St, Monday and Friday 9AM to 5PM; Tuesday- Thursday 9AM to 8PM; Saturday 10AM to 2PM
- East Hartford Senior Center, 15 Milbrook Dr, Monday - Friday, 8:30AM to 4:30PM.
Manchester
- Mary Cheney Library, 586 Main St, Monday - Thursday 9AM to 9PM; Friday and Saturday 9AM to 5PM
- Whiton Branch Library, 100 North Main St, Monday - Thursday 10AM to 8:30PM; Friday 9AM to 5PM
- Manchester Senior Center, 549 East Middle Tpke, Monday - Friday 9AM to 4PM
South Windsor
- South Windsor Public Library, 1550 Sullivan Ave, Monday - Thursday 9AM to 8PM; Friday 9AM to 4:30PM; Saturday 9AM to 1 PM
- Charles N. Enes Community Center, 150 Nevers Rd, Monday - Friday 8AM to 4:30PM
Anyone in need of a cooling center should call 2-1-1 or look online at 211ct.org to find their nearest location.
Additional safety tips and extreme heat-related information can be found on 211ct.org's Extreme Hot Weather Page or in 2-1-1 Extreme Heat Precautions and Safety Tips. |
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Intro to Dance with the Hartford Dance Collective - Saturday, July 23 from 9 AM to 10 AM, Great River Park, 301 East River Dr.
Have you ever wanted to learn to dance but have no prior dance experience? Riverfront Recapture and the Hartford Dance Collective are partnering to provide an introductory dance workshop. There will be individualized instruction and attention so participants can learn dance fundamentals in a fun and welcoming environment. The suggested donation is $5. Learn more here. |
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The Sounds of Summer Concert Series - Thursdays from 6 PM to 8 PM, Great River Park, 301 East River Dr.
There are two performances left of the Town of East Hartford's "Sounds of Summer" Concert Series! On Thursday, July 28, don't miss The Score's performances of classic party rock. Bring your picnic basket, your friends and family for this relaxing outdoor concert on the Connecticut River. Click here to learn more. |
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National Night Out with the East Hartford Police Department - Tuesday, August 2 from 2 PM to 4 PM, Gorman Park, May Rd; 5 PM to 7 PM, Martin Park, Burnside Ave
Join the Town of East Hartford and East Hartford Police Department for "America's Night Out Against Crime." Events will take place starting at 2 PM at two East Hartford locations (Gorman Park and Martin Park). This town wide block party will feature music, games, police K-9 and vehicles, and refreshments. This is an event for all ages. Click here to learn more. |
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MACC Manchester Farmers Market at Forest St - Saturdays from 8 AM to 12:30 PM, Forest St
The Manchester Farmers Market is happening every Saturday through October 29. Get to know area agriculture producers and purchase locally grown produce, flowers, herbs, and more! WIC coupons are accepted. Learn more here. |
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Summer Concert Series at Center Memorial Park - Thursdays from 6 PM to 8 PM, 586 Main St
It's a summer of music in Manchester! Every Thursday at Center Memorial Park, bring a picnic basket and loved ones to enjoy free summer concerts. The next performance will be on Thursday, July 28. Concerts will run through Thursday, August 11. To learn more, click here.
Manchester Bicentennial Band Shell Concert Series - Fridays from 7 PM to 9 PM, 60 Bidwell St
Don't miss free performances at the Manchester Bicentennial Band Shell every Friday night through August 12! The next concert is today, July 22. Bring your friends, a comfortable chair, snacks and water and whatever else you need to enjoy the Band Shell's 45th summer season. There is a no smoking policy. Dog owners can bring their dog- and people-friendly canine and enjoy the show from the "Band Shell Dog Park." Learn more here. |
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Manchester National Night Out - Tuesday, August 2, events starting at 5:30 PM, Waddell Pool, Charter Oak Park, Leisure Labs at Mahoney Center, Northwest Park
A night of fun is in store during Manchester's National Night Out community block party! This event promotes strong police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. Here's a look at what the town has planned:
- National Night Out at Waddell, 6 PM to 8 PM, Waddell Pool
- National Night Out at Charter Oak Park, 6 PM to 8 PM, Charter Oak Park
- Westside Community Block Party, 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM, Leisure Labs at Mahoney Center
- Movie Night Out, 8 PM, Northwest Park, 441 Tolland Tpke
Learn more here. |
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Paws in the Park - Saturday, July 23 from 10 AM to 7 PM, John J. Mitchell Fairgrounds, 75 Brookfield St
The Paws in the Park FREE Food and Craft Festival is fun for the whole family (including your four-legged family members). Proceeds will benefit TRACS, the South Windsor Bark Park, and Fidelco. There will be over 100 vendors, music, rescues and shelters, adoption parades, food trucks, dog contests and more! Learn more here. |
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South Windsor Parks & Recreation Department Summer Concert Series - Thursdays, 7 PM to 9 PM, Evergreen Walk Park at the Promenade Shops at Evergreen Walk
South Windsor's Summer Concert Series at Evergreen Walk Park is underway! The next performance is Thursday, July 28. If you can't make it, concerts are scheduled through August 18. To learn more and to download the schedule click here. |
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South Windsor Teen Center Car Wash for a Cause - Tuesday, August 2 from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM, South Windsor Community Center Parking Lot, 150 Nevers Rd
Have your car washed for a good cause on August 2! Proceeds from the SW Teen Center's car wash will be donated to Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD). You can register your vehicle by calling 860-648-6390 or emailing Danielle.Bifolck@southwindsor-ct.gov. The fundraiser is held in honor of Officer Ben Lovett. |
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| EAST HARTFORD:
Click here for the Town Meetings calendar.
Click here for the Community Events calendar.
Click here for information on the East Hartford Public Library.
Click here for East Hartford Community Television. |
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SOUTH WINDSOR:
Click here for the Public Meetings calendar.
Click here for the Community Events calendar.
Click here for information on the South Windsor Public Library.
Click here for South Windsor's Government Television Programming - watch LIVE town council meetings! |
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MANCHESTER:
Click here for the Town Meetings and Community Events Calendar.
Click here for information on the Manchester Public Library.
Click here for Manchester Public Television. |
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Upcoming Meetings and Events
A full calendar of all events happening at the Capitol next week, including public hearings, is available on the General Assembly website.
You can find the agenda for public hearings on the calendar by clicking on the calendar item and following the link to the committee page. For instructions on how to testify at a public hearing, please click here.
You can view a list of all the bills passed by the House this session here.
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