🌡️ Frigid Temps in CT This Week—Find a Cozy Event Near You!

February 17, 2025

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✅ Dangerous Cold Ahead: Governor Activates Severe Cold Weather Protocol

✅ Key Stories Around CT Right Now

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DANGEROUS COLD AHEAD: GOVERNOR ACTIVATES SEVERE WEATHER PROTOCOL

Frigid temperatures expected across Connecticut this week

Gov. Ned Lamont has activated the state’s severe cold weather protocol from Sunday, Feb. 16 at 6 p.m. through Saturday, Feb. 22 at noon, as a blast of arctic air is set to bring dangerous cold and high winds to the region.

Overnight temperatures are expected to plummet into the single digits, with wind chills making it feel well below zero. Frostbite can develop in under 30 minutes on exposed skin, so taking precautions is essential.

If you or someone you know needs shelter or a warming center, call 2-1-1 or click here for a list of available locations. Transportation assistance is available if needed.

“With the kind of arctic air that is headed our way, spending long periods of time outdoors is not only harmful, but it can also be fatal,” Lamont said. “Shelters and warming centers are available across Connecticut.”

A breathtaking, free-to-visit nature escape

Many people don’t realize that Connecticut College in New London is home to a stunning public arboretum, wildflower garden, and miles of scenic nature trails—and it’s completely free to visit seven days a week from dawn to dusk.

Spanning 750 acres, the Connecticut College Arboretum is a must-visit for nature lovers, featuring diverse plant collections, lush gardens, and historic landscapes. Established in 1931, the arboretum serves as a living museum showcasing New England’s natural beauty.

Easy parking is available off Williams Street, making it an accessible escape for hikers, birdwatchers, and anyone looking for a peaceful retreat.

Great productions happening all over the state

If you’re a fan of live theater, this week is packed with fantastic performances across Connecticut, including:

🎭 King James – TheaterWorks Hartford
🎭 Guys and Dolls – Center Stage Theatre
🎭 Girls Night: The Musical – Maxwell M. & Ruth R. Belding Theater
🎭 HERO: The Boy from Troy – Maxwell M. & Ruth R. Belding Theater
🎭 Murder Inn – Cheney Hall
🎭 Moon Over Buffalo – Music Theatre of Connecticut

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DID YOU KNOW?

Built between 1784-1786, the New London County Courthouse is the oldest courthouse in Connecticut and one of the oldest in the entire US.

KEY STORIES HAPPENING RIGHT NOW

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⚡ Thousands Without Power After Winter Storm – Snow, ice, and high winds left thousands of Connecticut residents without electricity over the weekend. Additional outages are expected as high winds continue.

🍽️ Martha Stewart Opening a Restaurant at Foxwoods – Martha Stewart’s The Bedford is expanding to Foxwoods Resort Casino this fall. The new location will bring her signature upscale dining to Connecticut.

🍗 New Chick-fil-A Coming to Bristol – A new Chick-fil-A is in the works for 1249 Farmington Ave as part of a larger development project.

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