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Good morning and happy Monday!

A fresh week means fresh ways to explore Connecticut. From fun outings to relaxing activities, we’ve rounded up some great events to help you make the most of your week ahead.

You can click on any event below to learn more about it, and don’t forget to check out our full events calendar for even more things to do across the state.

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ALL WEEK LONG

• Downtown Mystic Ghost Tours (Mystic): Take a spooky stroll through one of Connecticut’s most charming historic towns.

• Shining Light on Truth: Black Lives at Yale & in New Haven at Yale Schwarzman Center (New Haven): This exhibition highlights the significant and often overlooked roles of Black individuals throughout Yale University’s and New Haven’s histories.

• The View from Here: Accessing Art Through Photography at Yale Schwarzman Center (New Haven): This exhibition showcases the work of thirteen student-photographers from Greater New Haven who participated in a collaborative photography program.

• Alexey von Schlippe: Expressions of Mind and Soul at Slater Memorial Museum (Norwich): This ongoing exhibition honors the legacy of Alexey von Schlippe.

MONDAY EVENTS

• Summer Camp: Tales & Tides at Connecticut River Museum (Essex) - An immersive camp experience with arts, crafts, and storytelling along the Connecticut River.

• Highlights Tour at Mattatuck Museum (Waterbury) - A 45-minute guided tour revealing fascinating stories behind the museum’s artifacts and art pieces.

• Art Colony Camp 2025: Session #4 at Florence Griswold Museum (Old Lyme) - Young artists explore the art and history of the Lyme Art Colony in a creative camp setting.

• 4D Film: Animal Kingdom 4D: The Wild Awaits at The Maritime Aquarium (Norwalk) - An immersive journey showcasing incredible animals across diverse habitats in stunning 4D.

• Mystic Seaport Museum Admission Information at Mystic Seaport (Mystic) - Discover maritime history at this outdoor museum featuring a recreated 19th-century seaport village.

• Summer Camp: Historic Voyagers–Navigating the River’s History at Connecticut River Museum (Essex) - Campers dive into archaeology and history along the Connecticut River.

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TUESDAY EVENTS

• Storytime Tuesdays at Shore Line Trolley Museum (East Haven) - Join Miss Phyllis for an enchanting storytelling experience combined with a scenic trolley ride.

• Bringing Up Baby at Connecticut River Museum (Essex) - A comedic chaos unfolds in this classic film featuring Cary Grant and Katharine Hepburn.

• Pizza Making Class with Wine at Mangia Mi East (Newtown) - Hands-on pizza-making class accompanied by a complimentary glass of wine.

• Drive-By Truckers & Deer Tick: Charm & Decadence Tour at College Street Music Hall (New Haven) - Enjoy an evening with Drive-By Truckers and Deer Tick, two dynamic music acts on tour together.

• Astrology Reading Night at Aquila’s Nest Vineyard (Newtown) - Get a personalized astrology reading while enjoying the vineyard's enchanting wines.

• Comedy Night at Brignole Vineyards at Brignole Vineyards (East Granby) - Experience a night of laughter featuring top comics and local brews.

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WEDNESDAY EVENTS

• Van Trip: FDR Presidential Library & Hyde Park at Mattatuck Museum (Waterbury) - Explore Franklin D. Roosevelt's home and library, including lunch at the Culinary Institute of America.

• Bee Gees Gold at The Palace Theater (Waterbury) - A tribute performance capturing the essence of the Bee Gees' legendary sound.

• Music at the Mansion at Long Hill Estate (Middleton) - Enjoy an outdoor concert series with food trucks and picnicking.

• U.S. Coast Guard Band FREE CONCERT at Old Saybrook Town Green (Old Saybrook) - Join the U.S. Coast Guard Band for a free family concert on the green.

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THURSDAY EVENTS

• Art Happy Hour | Chris Arnone Quartet at New Britain Museum of American Art (New Britain) - Enjoy art and live music while sipping on drinks at this summer event.

• Thursdays on the Dock: Cherry Pie at Connecticut River Museum (Essex) - Enjoy a free waterfront concert with dancing and fun at the river.

• A SPECIAL EVENING OF COMEDY FOR SINGLE PARENTS at Stress Factory (Bridgeport) - An evening of laughter tailored for single parents featuring top comedians.

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FRIDAY EVENTS

• First Friday | Eight to the Bar at New Britain Museum of American Art (New Britain) - An engaging evening of live music, art, and spirits at this popular social event.

• Sunflowers, Sips & Sunsets at Lyman Orchards Sunflower Maze at Lyman Orchards (Middlefield) - Enjoy a unique sunset wine tasting experience in the stunning sunflower maze.

• SOS: Treasure Island at Garde Arts Center (New London) - Summer on Stage students perform this exciting rendition of the classic tale.

• Steven Ho at Hartford Funny Bone (Hartford) - Experience a night of humor from the star of "Tips from the ER."

• Billy Gardell at Ridgefield Playhouse (Ridgefield) - Enjoy stand-up from the star of CBS's "Bob Hearts Abishola."

• SPINNATO'S COMEDY MAGIC at Comix Roadhouse (Uncasville) - A night blending comedy and magic, hosted by the charismatic Jim Spinnato.

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