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🦁Last Chance to See Glow Wild, Fun on the Slopes, More This Weekend
Happy Friday, Connecticut!
The weekend is here, and if you’re ready to make yours one to remember, we’re here to help. Keep reading for info on:
The final weekend of Beardsley Zoo’s Glow Wild Lantern Festival 🌟
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Don’t miss your last chance to experience Beardsley Zoo’s larger-than-life Lantern Festival inspired by our wild world
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FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENTS
Here’s what’s happening for the whole family this week:
🎄 Holiday Lights Spectacular at Olde Mistick Village (Multiple Dates): Stroll through a beautifully illuminated holiday village.
🚂 Santa Express at Railroad Museum of New England (Multiple Dates): Take a magical train ride with Santa and his helpers.
🦌 16th Annual Greenwich Reindeer Festival & Santa’s Workshop (Multiple Dates): Meet Santa and his live reindeer in Greenwich.
✨ Home for the Holidays Lights Extravaganza at Mystic Aquarium (Multiple Dates): Enjoy festive lights and holiday décor at this beloved aquarium.
🎅 74th Annual Christmas Village at Bridgeport P.A.L. Complex (Multiple Dates): Celebrate the season with a festive Christmas village.
🌟 Festival of Trees and Traditions at Wadsworth Atheneum (Multiple Dates): Marvel at beautifully decorated trees and holiday traditions.
🎿 Powder Ridge Winter Festival at Powder Ridge Park (Multiple Dates): Outdoor fun for the whole family, from skiing to tubing.
🎄 Santa’s Walking Wonderland at Indian Rock Nature Preserve (Multiple Dates): Explore a festive outdoor wonderland with holiday lights.
🦁 Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo Glow Wild Lantern Festival (Final Weekend): Don’t miss your last chance to see this stunning light display.
☃️ Family Fun Dayz: Winter Wonderland at Mattatuck Museum (Saturday): Celebrate the winter season at The Mattatuck Museum with a fun-filled afternoon of activities for the whole family. Enjoy a snowball toss, winter-themed crafts, a world holidays scavenger hunt, and a special visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus!
FUN FOR ADULTS
Looking for something just for grown-ups? Here are some great options:
😂 The Ugly X-Mas Sweater Musical at Playhouse on Park (Multiple Dates): A hilarious holiday comedy perfect for the season.
🍸 Ordinary’s Spirits of Christmas Past (Multiple Dates): Sip seasonal cocktails in a cozy, historic setting.
🌟 Irving Berlin’s White Christmas: The Musical at Music Theatre of Connecticut (Multiple Dates): Enjoy this classic holiday musical in a charming setting.
🎭 Holiday Spectacular at Mystic Dark Room (All Weekend): A unique and intimate holiday performance experience.
🎵 Sound Meditation Concert at The Lodge at Patriots Park (Friday): Relax and unwind with a soothing sound meditation concert.
🛒 Town of Cromwell Farmers Market Craft Fair at Cromwell Town Hall (Saturday): With over 70 vendors, including popular names from the local Farmers Market, you’ll find a variety of unique crafts and holiday gifts. Food trucks will be on-site to keep you fueled for a full day of browsing.
🍷 Holiday Sip & Shop at Whiting Mills (Sunday): Support local artisans and discover an array of unique, handcrafted items perfect for holiday gifting. Attendees can enjoy a complimentary beverage while exploring over 20 resident artists, makers, and specialty shops.
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DID YOU KNOW?
The town of Bethlehem is nicknamed “Connecticut's Christmas Town” and hosts an annual holiday festival that attracts thousands of visitors for its holiday charm.
Hop aboard a cozy closed trolley or brave the winter chill on an open-air trolley to journey through the dazzling “Tunnel of Lights,” a display of over 10,000 festive lights.
KEY STORIES AROUND THE STATE
Here are the top stories making headlines across the state:
Day-Long Storm Causes Power Outages: A storm swept through Connecticut, bringing down power lines and trees across the state.
Sunshine Returns to Close Out the Week: Clear skies and sunny skies are on the way to brighten the end of the week and lead us into the weekend.
Rocky Neck State Park Receives $4M Grant: A disappearing marsh at Rocky Neck State Park will be restored thanks to a $4 million grant from NOAA.
Connecticut Issues Cookie Recall: The state has warned of a recall on Melvas Ho Cookies Maribel due to undeclared coconut, a potential allergen.
$100,000 Cash5 Jackpot Winner: For the second day in a row, a lucky Connecticut resident won the $100,000 Cash5 jackpot.
Salvation Army in Serious Need of Christmas Toys: Several Salvation Army locations in Connecticut are urgently seeking toy donations to ensure children receive gifts this holiday season.
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