Category: Things To Do

The Fantasy of Lights returns to New Haven

The Fantasy of Lights returns to New Haven

| December 12, 2011 | 0 Comments

The Fantasy of Lights has become a holiday tradition for thousands of families. This dazzling holiday light display illuminates Lighthouse Point Park in New Haven, CT for the holiday season.

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Downtown New Haven set For December Holiday Events

Downtown New Haven set For December Holiday Events

| December 1, 2011 | 0 Comments

With the holiday season in full swing as December begins, the New Haven downtown area is set to celebrate the season with some great events throughout the month.

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Christmas Season Kick-off!

Christmas Season Kick-off!

| November 28, 2011 | 0 Comments

This past weekend we kicked off the Christmas season with a visit to Jones Tree Farm in Shelton. The 400 acre farm features harvest-your-own and pre-cut trees, wreaths, garland, tree stands, pine cones, kissing balls and other traditional Christmas décor.

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Westport River Gallery expands while others close doors

Westport River Gallery expands while others close doors

| July 31, 2010 | 0 Comments

At a time when many businesses are imploding, the Westport River Gallery has expanded by 50% at one of the most heavily visited intersections in the region.

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4th of July Fireworks in Connecticut

4th of July Fireworks in Connecticut

| July 3, 2010 | 0 Comments

Here’s an extensive list of fireworks and festivities taking place across the state of Connecticut this year in celebration of Independence Day, 2010. We’ll add to and revise this list as we find out more. If you have a tip, please email us at info@ctweekender.com or send us a message on twitter @CTWeekender. Know of [...]

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Quassy Adding Attraction For 2010 Season

Quassy Adding Attraction For 2010 Season

| January 15, 2010 | 0 Comments

Drop everything! There’s 35 feet of soaring, swooping, sheer family fun coming to Quassy Amusement Park for the 2010 season.

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CFPA seeks donations to help preserve Connecticut’s hiking trails

CFPA seeks donations to help preserve Connecticut’s hiking trails

| December 11, 2009 | 0 Comments

The CFPA is currently seeking donations for their Annual Fund, which helps to keep these trails alive. Donations can be made by by visiting cfpa.org or by calling (860) 346-2372.

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Covered Bridges in CT: Bulls Bridge

Covered Bridges in CT: Bulls Bridge

| November 17, 2009 | 0 Comments

Bulls Bridge is one of the few functional covered bridges remaining in Connecticut. Built in 1842, the bridge was one of the few ways to cross the Housatonic River from New York state, and was intended to bring more traffic into the area.

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Twelve reasons to attend the North Haven Fair

Twelve reasons to attend the North Haven Fair

| September 13, 2009 | 0 Comments

Today is the final, and most perfect, day to attend the North Haven Fair.

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A guide to Fall Festivals in Connecticut

A guide to Fall Festivals in Connecticut

| September 11, 2009 | 0 Comments

Autumn means it’s fair season in Connecticut, and nearly every weekend in every corner of the state you’ll find fairs and festivals serving fall treats like cauldron-cooked corn on the cob, cotton candy, cider doughnuts, and pies.

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