I am currently loading any and all events on to the Connecticut Events Calendar, and my goal is to bring you the most extensive events calendar in the State of Connecticut, bar none. Connecticut is one of the most diverse states in the country. We have four distinct seasons. Urban and rural communities. Cities that [...]

In the restaurant industry, change of ownership is inevitable. This happens for a variety of reasons, some good, and some bad. In the case of F*e, a good restaurant is about to become an incredible restaurant. Over the past month I have had the opportunity to talk to new owner Jared Schulefand, and so far, [...]

Publishers Note: I originally posted this in April of 2011, and this is the second most read article in the history of the site. After today’s developments, I think it’s a good time to republish this. For the record, 99.9% of the comments were positive. There were actually a few that were critical of the [...]

   It is a testament to the vitality of live theater that a small nonprofit acting company without a permanent home can commission a new play and make magic of it in a back room of a nondescript building in downtown New Haven. It is a further testament that theatergoers will spurn their televisions, Netflix [...]

At a local restaurant for a nice meal with friends, I was ambushed psychologically by a well-meaning acquaintance. It happened after my romantic life suffered a mob hit. To be truthful, the guy I’d dated wasn’t a bad person. The only thing wrong with him was he didn’t want me anymore. In spite of the [...]

In 2006, Connecticut enacted a 30% tax credit for essentially all forms of media production, including television shows, video games and films. Ever since, the state has been a growing hub for movie making talent. In 2010, MovieMaker magazine ranked Stamford the sixth best place for shooting films, leading both Philadelphia and Boston. Actors are [...]

As I travel all over this great state, it is so very cool to see all the unique and new businesses that are just a short drive away. A few weeks ago, I was asked to present a few thoughts on Social Media and Internet presence to the Branford Town Center Merchants Association. I met [...]

Conveniently located off i95 in Orange, the PEZ Visitor Centerproved to be a fun stop with the kids on a Sunday afternoon. We learned all sorts of fun alternative to smoking for adults? And the name PEZ comes from the German word for peppermint “Pfferminz” taking the P from the first letter, the E from [...]

 Carbone’s Ristorante, Connecticut’s “Best Italian” restaurant as voted by readers of Connecticut Magazine in 2012, will be among nearly 30 of Hartford’s top restaurants participating in the winter Taste of Hartford from January 23 to February 5. Presented by the Greater Hartford Arts Council in partnership with the Hartford Advocate, the Taste of Hartford gives [...]

Connecticut Ballroom Theatre, a Ballroom performance group is currently seeking 4 male and 4 female ballroom dancers to join the cast of “Mad Cap Ballroom” an original dance theater production. There is Swing, Lindy, Cha-Cha, Mambo and smooth dance formations along with some acting roles.  Some ballroom/partnering background necessary. Performing experience and dance training is provided [...]

We need YOU to help keep our demonstration railway running. The annual trolley car operator training course will be given in February and March. This is your opportunity to join the ranks of the operating department of the Shore line Trolley Museum. Being an operator is challenging but rewarding work. No prior experience is required, [...]

Glastonbury’s The Spicy Green Bean is nestled between a dry cleaners and a Chinese takeout restaurant, so it’s modest facade of hand painted signage may not stand out at a glance. Inside, however, you’ll find people. Lots of people. That’s because The Spicy Green Bean is the type of joint that has been steadily garnering [...]

Join the royal tradition of being a 2012 New Haven St. Patrick’s Day Parade Queen Contestant. The Greater New Haven St. Patrick’s Day parade is on a search for young ladies aged 17 or older (unmarried) who are interested in becoming the next Parade Queen and Honor Attendant. The contest is a culturally rich experience [...]

All our Park and Rec’s do a phenominal job. But in most cases, we think of them more in the spring and summer. Kinda as in a parks or a recreational facility, play grounds, softball and kickball leagues, typical warm weather. As we hibernate, we tend to forget about all the great indoor things going [...]

University Properties invites you to the Grand Opening Ceremony for Insomnia Cookies at 1143 Chapel Street on Tuesday, January 10th at 11:30 am. Insomnia Cookies offers a unique late night service for college students in the New Haven area featuring fresh, delicious oven baked cookies delivered warm right to student’s doors until 3 AM! Cookie [...]