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🌸 CT Today: Fiesta, Kids Event & Mother’s Day Plant Sale
Good morning Connecticut! We’ve got a fresh mix of things to check out across the state today, from festive celebrations to family-friendly activities and seasonal events worth planning around.
Inside today’s email:
🌮 A lively Cinco de Mayo fiesta with music, food, and fun
🎨 A hands-on cultural celebration perfect for all ages
🌸 A can’t-miss Mother’s Day plant sale with local favorites
📗 This Month in CT History: America’s First Female Patent Holder
📰 Local headlines you might’ve missed
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Music, food, and festive vibes for all ages
Head to this vibrant Cinco de Mayo celebration and enjoy live Mariachi music, festive food, and a fun, welcoming atmosphere for all ages. It’s the kind of easy, feel-good event where you can show up, grab a bite, and just enjoy the energy.
The fiesta takes place on May 5 from 12:00–2:00 pm at the Litchfield Community Center in Litchfield. Admission is $7 per person, with kids 5 and under free. Pre-registration is required, with options to pay ahead or at the door.
Stories, crafts, and a cultural experience for kids
This interactive library event brings Cinco de Mayo to life with a themed storytime, hands-on crafts, and a chance for kids to create their own festive designs. Members of the Mexican Cultural Center will also be there in traditional attire, adding an authentic and engaging touch.
It’s happening May 5 from 6:30–7:30 pm at the Danbury Public Library in Danbury. Admission is free, and while registration is recommended for updates, supplies are available while they last.
Local plants, unique gifts, and expert garden advice
This long-running community favorite is back with a wide selection of locally grown plants, flowers, and gifts just in time for Mother’s Day. From perennials and herbs to hanging baskets and rare finds, it’s a great place to shop or simply browse and get inspired.
The sale runs May 8 from 12:00–6:00 pm and May 9 from 10:00 am–2:00 pm at the Wilton Town Green gazebo in Wilton. It’s held rain or shine, with experts on-site to help you pick the perfect plants.
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Unlimited tastings, local vendors, and a full-on foodie experience
If your ideal weekend includes good drinks, better food, and zero stress planning, this one’s a no-brainer. The Hudson Berkshire Wine & Food Festival is back May 23–24, and you can score up to 40% off admission with unlimited tastings included. Think wines, ciders, spirits, and all the local flavors you didn’t know you needed.
Set at the Columbia County Fairgrounds in Chatham, the festival runs Saturday from 11:00 am–6:00 pm and Sunday from 11:00 am–5:00 pm. Your ticket gets you a souvenir glass and access to unlimited samples, plus a lineup of food vendors, craft booths, and small-batch goods to explore in between sips. It’s a laid-back, wander-around kind of event where you can discover new favorites and just enjoy the vibe.
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HAVE YOU SEEN THIS YET?
There’s no shortage of live music happening all around the state. Check out the upcoming show calendar below:
THIS MONTH IN CONNECTICUT HISTORY
America’s First Female Patent Holder
In the early 1800s, it was rare for women to receive formal recognition for their ideas, even though the law technically allowed it. Social and legal barriers made it difficult for women, especially married ones, to claim ownership of inventions. That’s what makes Mary Kies of Killingly stand out. She became the first woman in the United States to receive a patent under her own name for a method of weaving straw with silk or thread, improving the way hats were made.
Her invention came at a time when home-based manufacturing played a big role in supporting families, and her technique helped make production more efficient and affordable. While details about her work are limited due to records being lost in a later fire, her contribution still stood out enough to earn recognition from First Lady Dolley Madison, who personally acknowledged the impact of her innovation.
Despite breaking new ground, Kies never saw major financial success from her patent. Changes in fashion quickly reduced demand for her design, and she spent her later years in modest circumstances. Still, her achievement remains a milestone—marking the moment a woman officially stepped into the world of American invention and set the stage for generations to follow.
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HEADLINES AROUND THE STATE
CT Foodie Fest Draws Crowds to Downtown Milford
Downtown Milford was packed as the annual CT Foodie Fest returned with more than 25 food trucks, live music, and activities for all ages. From families to food lovers, the event delivered a high-energy atmosphere, complete with interactive fun like tug-of-war competitions.
Shoplifting Incident Turns Into Parking Lot Fight in Wallingford
Two men were arrested after a dispute over nearly $580 worth of stolen meat escalated into a fight in a Stop & Shop parking lot. Police say a third suspect fled the scene, while the stolen items ended up scattered across the lot during the altercation.
Baystate Health Expands Services Into Connecticut
Baystate Health is growing its presence by taking over several medical facilities, including Enfield Medical Associates in Connecticut. Patients will keep their current providers while gaining access to expanded resources through the larger health system.
Hartford Firefighters Rescue Ducklings from Storm Sewer
Hartford firefighters stepped in to rescue six ducklings that had fallen into a storm sewer. After safely retrieving them, crews reunited the ducklings with their mother nearby, bringing a wholesome ending to the situation.
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