🍻 Ghost Stories, BrewFest Cheers & Boo Bash Fun in CT!

Good morning, Connecticut! 👻 Spooky season is in full swing, and we’ve rounded up a lineup that’s equal parts chilling and cheerful. Whether you’re brave enough to explore Connecticut’s most haunted spots, prefer sipping local brews, or want some family-friendly Halloween fun, there’s something for everyone this week.

Here’s what’s inside:

👀 Face your fears and explore Connecticut’s most haunted places
🍻 Sip, savor, and celebrate fall flavors at the always-festive Sun BrewFest
🎃 Suit up, spooky style! Join the fun at Downtown Storrs’ family-friendly Boo Bash
📗 This Month in CT History: The Final Voyage of the HMS Bounty
📰 Local headlines you might’ve missed

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👻 FACE YOUR FEARS AND EXPLORE CONNECTICUT’S MOST HAUNTED PLACES

Dare to explore the state’s most chilling legends

When it comes to haunted history, few places can compete with Connecticut. From cursed villages and haunted prisons to ghostly cemeteries, the state’s eerie past runs deep — and the stories are more spine-chilling than fiction.

Discover the top 7 haunted places in Connecticut, including the infamous “Village of the Damned” in Dudleytown, the ghostly “White Lady” of Union Cemetery, and the haunted halls of the Sterling Opera House. Whether you’re a paranormal enthusiast or just love a good scare, these eerie destinations promise goosebumps and ghost stories that’ll linger long after you’ve left.

👉 Click to learn more about Connecticut’s most haunted spots… if you dare!

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🍻 SIP, SAVOR, AND CELEBRATE FALL FLAVORS AT THE ALWAYS-FESTIVE SUN BREWFEST

Sip, savor, and celebrate local craft brews

Get ready for one of the state’s most anticipated beer events — Sun BrewFest at Mohegan Sun! On Saturday, October 25, enjoy an afternoon packed with flavorful pours from regional breweries, tasty bites from local favorites, and a crisp Seltzer Social lineup for those who prefer something lighter.

Don’t miss the Oktoberfest-inspired cupcake from NoRA Cupcake Company or the endless sampling of seasonal brews. It’s the perfect mix of craft, community, and celebration.

📍 Earth Expo & Convention Center, Uncasville
🕒 Saturday, October 25 | 3:00–6:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets: $60 standard / $30 designated driver

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🎃 SUIT UP, SPOOKY STYLE! JOIN THE FUN AT DOWNTOWN STORRS’ FAMILY-FRIENDLY BOO BASH

Free, family-friendly Halloween fun in Storrs

Calling all goblins, ghosts, and ghouls! 🎭 Head to Downtown Storrs on Saturday, October 25 for an afternoon of trick-or-treating, live performances, and spooky activities for all ages.

Kids can collect candy from local businesses, enjoy the Trick-a-Trunk lineup, and dance along with the E.O. Smith Drumline. With treats, tunes, and plenty of costumes, it’s the ultimate community celebration of Halloween spirit!

📍 Downtown Storrs, 33 Royce Circle
🕒 3:00–5:00 PM | Rain or shine
🎟️ Free admission

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👻 FRIGHTS & FUN AWAIT AT LAKE COMPOUNCE’S PHANTOM FALL FEST

Get ready to play all day and fright all night at Connecticut’s ultimate Halloween destination!

🎢 By day: enjoy all your favorite rides, festive fall treats, and family-friendly fun under the autumn sun.

🌒 By night: the park transforms into a scream-filled playground — with four haunted houses, chilling rides in the dark, and hair-raising surprises lurking around every corner.

💀 Whether you’re in it for the pumpkin vibes or the spine-tingling scares, this is the fall event you won’t want to miss.

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📍 Lake Compounce, 186 Enterprise Drive, Bristol
🗓️ Valid any operating day through October 26, 2025

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TOP EVENTS TODAY YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS

• Karaoke at the Gallery (Vicinanza Studios) - Enjoy a night of music and entertainment with karaoke at Vicinanza Studios.

• A Landscape Examined: Jamaica’s Role in the Making of Empire (New Haven) - Learn about Jamaica's significance in the Atlantic World through art.

• Get the Led Out (New London) - Experience a high-energy concert that brings the music of Led Zeppelin to life.

• Lecture: Grappling with Heritage (Fairfield) - Join Kathryn Lafrenz Samuels for an introduction to heritage management theories.

• Keynote Conversation: Neurodivergence and the Art Museum (New Haven) - Explore how neurodivergent individuals experience art museums and how to improve access.

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THIS MONTH IN CONNECTICUT HISTORY

The Final Voyage of the HMS Bounty

Few ships have captured the world’s imagination quite like the HMS Bounty. Originally made famous for the infamous 1789 mutiny against Captain William Bligh, her legend lived on through a painstakingly accurate replica built in 1960 for MGM’s Mutiny on the Bounty.

After its Hollywood debut, the replica became a floating piece of history — restored, reimagined, and even featured in Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest and The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie. Between film shoots, she sailed as a training vessel and maritime attraction, inspiring awe wherever she docked.

In October 2012, the Bounty made a memorable stop in New London, Connecticut, where Navy sailors and visitors marveled at her towering masts and timeless craftsmanship. Days later, she departed for Florida — unknowingly embarking on her final voyage.

Caught in the fury of Hurricane Sandy, the ship was overwhelmed by massive waves and brutal winds. Despite a heroic Coast Guard rescue, one crew member perished, and Captain Robin Walbridge was lost to the sea. The Bounty’s last journey began on Connecticut shores — a haunting reminder of both the beauty and peril of life at sea.

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HEADLINES AROUND THE STATE

Connecticut’s Mattress Recycling Program Marks 10 Years of Impact
Connecticut is celebrating a decade of success with its Bye Bye Mattress program — the first statewide mattress recycling initiative in the nation. Since its launch, more than 1.9 million mattresses have been recycled, recovering thousands of tons of materials and keeping waste out of landfills. Officials say the program is a win for the environment, local jobs, and communities across the state.

Bethel Rejects New Apartment Plan, Eyes Construction Pause
Bethel’s Planning and Zoning Commission has denied a 75-unit apartment proposal that included affordable housing options on Nashville Road. Developers say they may appeal under the state’s 8-30g housing law, while town officials consider a moratorium to regroup and plan future growth on their own terms.

Former Southington Bank Could Become Rooftop Restaurant
A long-vacant Bank of America property in Southington might soon serve rooftop dinners instead of deposits. A local developer has filed plans to turn the Main Street building into a restaurant with alcohol service and open-air dining — part of the town’s push to revitalize its business district.

Sisters to Open Family-Owned Café in Norwich
Meet Clark & Co., a new family-run coffee shop opening soon in Norwich. Founded by the Clark sisters — two teachers and a pastry chef — the café will serve breakfast, lunch, and a rotating menu of baked goods, from apple spice muffins to chocolate chip-toffee cookies.

Adam Sandler Honored at Mohegan Sun After Sold-Out Shows
Comedy legend Adam Sandler wrapped up two sold-out nights at Mohegan Sun Arena and walked away with something extra — a spot on the Mohegan Sun Walk of Fame. Sandler’s latest tour, You’re My Best Friend, has been packing venues nationwide, following the success of his Netflix hit Love You.

Thanks!

Thanks for reading today’s newsletter! We hope it sparked some ideas for how to get out, explore, and enjoy everything Connecticut has to offer this week.

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