🪵Woodworking Classes, Daffodil Picking, + CT Events Tonight

April 10, 2025

Good morning, Connecticut!

Heads up: due to expected weather, the Spring Apple Hunt at Lyman Orchards has been rescheduled to Saturday, April 19. Mark your calendar—it’s still one of the most anticipated family events of the season!

In the meantime, we’ve got details on the final semester of a beloved woodworking school, a daffodil farm that looks straight out of a postcard, and a Windsor brewery turning a food truck favorite into a full-time restaurant. Plus, don’t miss this week’s Groupon spotlight featuring a can’t-miss deal for 2 hours of bowling at Bowlero!

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Last chance to learn maritime handcrafts at The Nautical Arts Workshop

If you’ve ever wanted to learn woodworking the old-fashioned way—with hand tools and maritime flair—this is your last chance.

The Nautical Arts Workshop in Deep River will conclude its hands-on weekend woodworking classes in July 2025. Private lessons will end in August.

Classes are held in a cozy, hand-built barn and welcome all skill levels. Students create individual projects using techniques rooted in Connecticut’s seafaring history. While the gallery will remain open, now’s the time to sign up before this chapter closes.

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DANCING DAFFODILS IN FULL BLOOM IN HIGGANUM

Connecticut’s first pick-your-own daffodil farm is open through May 4

Take in the beauty of spring at Halfinger Farms in Higganum, home to the state’s original pick-your-own daffodil farm. Stroll through a field of nearly 100,000 blooming flowers and pick your own for just 70 cents a stem.

The farm is open daily from 10 am to 5 pm (weather permitting) through May 4. It’s an ideal outing for families, photographers, or anyone needing a dose of spring joy.

For daily field updates, call (860) 345-4609.

POPULAR FOOD TRUCK TAKES PERMANENT SPOT INSIDE WINDSOR BREWERY

Saults Eclectic Cuisine finds a brick-and-mortar home at Dudleytown Brewing

A hit on Connecticut’s food truck circuit, Saults Eclectic Cuisine has officially landed a permanent home inside Dudleytown Brewing Co. in Windsor. The new restaurant just opened and will gradually expand its menu to include everything from Korean-style bao buns to wood-fired pizza and pastas.

Founder Stephen Lundgren, a Marine vet and former Max Group chef, built his business from the ground up—literally. Now paired with one of the fastest-growing breweries in the state, the two are serving up beer, bold flavor, and a full bar experience in one destination.

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Save up to 73%—and shoe rental is included!

Looking for an easy and affordable night out? Don’t miss this limited-time Groupon deal for Bowlero: 2 hours of bowling for 2, 4, or 6 people with free shoe rental—up to 73% off!

Enjoy black-lit lanes, arcade games, music, and gourmet eats in one high-energy venue. It’s perfect for date night, family fun, or friendly competition.

👉 Book your lane now – spots are going fast!

TOP EVENTS TODAY YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS

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HEADLINES AROUND THE STATE

🛻 Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop Arrives in Connecticut

Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop is opening its first-ever Connecticut location inside a newly launched Noble Gas station in Enfield. Known for its award-winning cheesesteaks and turkey subs, Capriotti’s will be part of a three-unit expansion in partnership with local entrepreneurs James and Nicole Drazdowsky, combining premium food with a high-end fueling experience. The Enfield shop opens April 25.

📚 Federal Funding Cuts Hit CT Libraries and Museums

Connecticut libraries and cultural institutions are the latest to face sudden cuts in federal aid. The National Institute of Museum and Library Services has announced it will halt $2.1 million in funding, which supported summer reading programs, e-book access, and resources for the blind. Library leaders say the cuts could affect more than a million residents who rely on these services for education and connectivity.

🔥 DEEP Announces Prescribed Burns to Prevent Wildfires

To reduce brush fire risks and support woodland health, Connecticut DEEP has announced six springtime controlled burns across the state. Target areas include forests and wildlife habitats in Hampton, Voluntown, Plainfield, Suffield, Mansfield, and Vernon. The burns aim to manage invasive species, improve rare habitats, and train wildfire response teams. Burn dates will be weather-dependent and coordinated with local officials.

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