🏀UConn Basketball, 🥖A Delicious Bakery, + More CT Fun

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Eric Brantner
January 21, 2025

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Good morning, Connecticut! It’s Tuesday, and we’re keeping you in the loop with everything happening across the state.

From exciting basketball action to unique workshops and local news, here’s what we’ve got for you today:

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Catch the Huskies in action this Tuesday night…

Basketball fans, get ready for an exciting showdown as the UConn Huskies face off against the Butler Bulldogs at the XL Center in Hartford.

With the Huskies’ electrifying performances this season, this game is sure to bring plenty of action and energy to the court.

The game tips off at 7 p.m., so grab your tickets and show your support for the home team.

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Is this the best fresh bread in Connecticut?

If you haven’t visited Hartford Baking Company yet, you’re missing out on some of the best baked goods in the state.

Known for their artisan breads and pastries, this local gem offers a cozy spot for a quick bite or a leisurely coffee break.

With multiple locations across Connecticut, Hartford Baking Company prides itself on using high-quality ingredients to create flavors that keep customers coming back. Treat yourself to a fresh croissant or a steaming cup of locally roasted coffee today.

BIRD FLU DETECTED IN NEW LONDON COUNTY

A backyard flock in New London County has tested positive for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (H5N1) after contact with wild waterfowl near a pond, according to the Connecticut Department of Agriculture. The infected flock, which included chickens, ducks, and peacocks kept as family pets, has been depopulated to prevent the spread of the highly contagious virus.

While there are no effective treatments or vaccines for H5N1 in poultry, state officials emphasized that no human cases have been reported in Connecticut.

The Department of Agriculture is urging poultry owners to enhance biosecurity measures to protect their birds. Recommended practices include keeping wild birds and rodents away from coops, avoiding contact between poultry and migratory waterfowl, and thoroughly cleaning hands and boots before entering poultry areas.

Signs of infection include sudden bird deaths, respiratory issues, diarrhea, and swelling around the eyes or head. Flock owners are encouraged to report any unusual illnesses or deaths to state or federal authorities.

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5 TUESDAY EVENTS YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS

Just because it’s only Tuesday doesn’t mean you have to stay in and be bored. Here are some ideas for fun today across the state:

🎨 EverWonder Invention Convention: Young inventors will love this creative program at EverWonder Children’s Museum.

âť“ Tuesday Trivia at Third Place by Half Full Brewery: Test your knowledge with friends while enjoying some delicious craft beers.

🎨 Bonsai Beginner Workshop at New England Brewing Co.: Learn the art of bonsai in this hands-on beginner class.

đź’ž Speed Dating: Sips & Sparks at 1741 Pub & Grill: Meet new people and enjoy great drinks at this fun singles mixer.

🎤 Trivia Tuesday at Parkville Market: Gather your team and enjoy food, drinks, and trivia fun at Parkville Market.

HAVE YOU SEEN THIS?

FASCINATING CONNECTICUT HISTORY

P.T. Barnum: Bridgeport’s Showman Mayor

In 1875, at age 64, Phineas T. Barnum, famed showman and entrepreneur, was elected Mayor of Bridgeport. Known for his success as an entertainer and his moralistic political convictions, Barnum hoped to bring reform to his hometown.

During his brief tenure, he championed temperance, cracked down on gambling and brothels, and sought to reduce the size of city government. However, his strict policies clashed with Bridgeport’s Democratic council, leading to constant disputes and a tumultuous year in office.

After just nine months, Barnum announced he would not seek reelection, quipping that no one was happier about the decision than he was. Following his departure from politics, Barnum returned to the entertainment industry. In 1881, he merged his “Greatest Show on Earth” with James Bailey’s circus, creating the legendary “Barnum & Bailey’s Circus,” which ran for 137 years.

Despite his rocky mayoral term, Barnum’s legacy in Bridgeport endured. He donated land for Seaside Park, co-founded Bridgeport Hospital, and established the Barnum Institute of Science and History, now the Barnum Museum. After his death in 1891, the city erected a monument to honor its most famous citizen, cementing his status as a cultural icon and devoted philanthropist."

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