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✏️Adult Comic Drawing Class, Princess Bride Screening, More CT Fun
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We’ve reached the midway point of the week, and we've got plenty of exciting things happening across Connecticut to help you plan for it!
Whether you're looking to dive into comic illustration, get a behind-the-scenes look at The Princess Bride, or snag one of the state's hottest new pizza-themed license plates, we've got the details you need.
Inside today’s newsletter:
🚗 Connecticut’s Pizza-Themed License Plates Are Selling Fast
📰 Key Headlines around the State
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Learn the Art of Visual Storytelling in a Three-Part Series
If you've ever wanted to bring your creative ideas to life in comic form, Mattatuck Museum’s Adult Comic Illustration Class is the perfect opportunity.
This three-part series, kicking off March 15, will guide participants through the fundamentals of illustration, character design, and storytelling. The sessions continue on March 22 and 29, offering a deep dive into the world of comic art.
All supplies are included, and the class is open to teens (13+) and adults. Admission is $45 for adults, $40 for teens, and $35 for museum members. Classes run from 2 pm to 3:30 pm at Mattatuck Museum in Waterbury.
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Behind-the-Scenes Stories from a Cult Classic—Plus a Deal on Tickets!
Fans of The Princess Bride, this one's for you! On April 5 at College Street Music Hall, actor Cary Elwes (Westley) will take the audience behind the scenes of the beloved film. The evening includes a screening of The Princess Bride, followed by a live discussion where Elwes will share untold stories from the set and answer audience questions.
Want to attend for less? Right now, you can grab discounted tickets through Groupon—save up to 33% off on front balcony seats! Don't miss this chance to relive one of the most quotable movies of all time in a truly unique way.
📍 College Street Music Hall, New Haven
🗓 April 5 at 8 pm
🚗 CONNECTICUT’S PIZZA-THEMED LICENSE PLATES ARE SELLING FAST!
Demand is So High, the DMV Is Extending Orders
Connecticut’s love for pizza just got a new way to shine—on our license plates! The new “The Pizza State” plate, featuring a slice of pepperoni, launched last week and has already surpassed expectations, selling over 590 plates in just days.
Originally, orders were capped at 500, but due to overwhelming demand, the limit has been lifted so more Nutmeggers can get their hands on one. Vanity plate requests are rolling in too, with people customizing their plates with names like “PZZAGUY” and “CHEEZY.”
The best part? A portion of proceeds from the plates will benefit Connecticut Foodshare, helping fight food insecurity across the state.
Want to claim your own pizza plate? Order now through Taste of New Haven before they sell out again!
HUGE DISCOUNTS ON CONNECTICUT FUN
Want to get out and have some fun without breaking the bank? Check out these deals on local fun!
TOP EVENTS TODAY YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS
🎲 Board Game Club (Wednesday, Middletown): Meet fellow board game enthusiasts and play your favorites.
🌱 Bonsai Beginner Workshop at Nod Hill Brewery (Wednesday, Ridgefield): Learn the art of bonsai while enjoying a drink.
📖 Catholics and Antisemitism: Reading Nostra Aetate in 2025 (Wednesday, Fairfield): A discussion on the historical and modern perspectives of Catholic-Jewish relations.
🎤 Wednesday Night Trivia (Wednesday, Stamford): A high-energy pub trivia night hosted by MC J Hype.
🎤 Karaoke Night with DJ B-EZ (Wednesday, Hartford): Take the stage and belt out your favorite hits at this weekly karaoke event.
📚 Walter Kirn at Fairfield University’s Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts (Wednesday, Fairfield): Join author Walter Kirn for an engaging discussion about literature, storytelling, and current events.
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ONLY A COUPLE WEEKENDS REMAIN…
DID YOU KNOW?
The Charter Oak, Connecticut’s state tree, wasn’t just a towering white oak—it played a pivotal role in the state’s history. In 1687, when the British sought to revoke Connecticut’s charter, the document was secretly hidden inside the tree to keep it out of the King’s hands. This bold act of defiance turned the Charter Oak into a lasting symbol of American independence and resilience.
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HEADLINES AROUND THE STATE
📍 QDOBA Expanding in Connecticut with 15 New Locations
The popular fast-casual Mexican restaurant QDOBA is making a major push into Connecticut, with franchisee PFGS LLC planning to open 15 locations across the Hartford-Springfield market. The chain currently has only one Connecticut location in Norwalk, but expansion plans are underway to bring more options to the state.
📍 Former PTO Co-President in West Hartford Accused of Stealing $12K
A former Wolcott Elementary School PTO co-president, Jennifer McAdam, has been charged with larceny after allegedly misappropriating over $12,000 from the organization. The missing funds included $4,000 raised from a school fair. Investigators say some of the stolen money was used for personal expenses, including a $200 salon visit.
📍 Bridgeport Schools Propose Limits on Timeouts and Student Seclusion
The Bridgeport Board of Education is considering new rules to restrict the use of "exclusionary" timeouts in schools. The proposed policy would ban locking students in unsupervised rooms, limit the duration of timeouts, and require staff to exhaust other behavioral interventions first. The full board is expected to vote on the policy later this month.
📍 New Haven Schools Expand Cellphone-Free Policy Districtwide
New Haven is rolling out a districtwide cellphone-free policy across all K-8 schools, with high schools set to follow in the fall. Officials say the change is already improving student engagement and reducing social media-fueled conflicts. The city has allocated $375,000 for Yondr pouches to securely store students' phones during the school day.
📍 Milford Moving Forward with Red Light and Speed Cameras
Milford is taking steps to crack down on dangerous driving by approving a plan to install red light and speed cameras throughout the city. The initiative, now awaiting state approval, aims to curb reckless driving and improve road safety in high-risk areas.
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