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Friday, January 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers gathered at Feed the Need Northeast’s Open Jam on Wednesday and made over 2,026 PB&J sandwiches to support families in need. The event united local community members in a hands-on effort to share resources. FOX61
- ➤ After free horse-drawn carriage rides were canceled in December due to poor weather, Old Wethersfield will offer make-up rides on Jan. 3-4, Jan. 10-11 and Feb. 14-15 with rides from 12 to 3 p.m.; organizers expect the event to boost local business + create cherished family memories. FOX61
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The president of Congregation B'nai Israel said he does not label the vandalized menorah as antisemitism, and details remain under review. FOX61
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ New Year’s babies were born on Jan. 1 at Hartford Hospital and St. Vincent’s Medical Center. At Hartford Hospital, baby Isla Marie Frost (7 lbs 2.3 oz at 12:08 a.m.) arrived, while baby Cori (5 lbs 13 oz) was born at St. Vincent’s Medical Center. WFSB-TV
- ➤ Personal trainer Rafael Betancourt from Strong Roots Club in West Hartford advises locals to set realistic fitness goals this New Year by starting with one workout a week — then gradually adding more days to build a lasting routine. FOX61
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Camden Grace Interiors transformed a local family’s apartment on Dec. 19 as part of its annual Merry Makeover, partnering with Journey Home and Mercy Housing to add new beds, couches, and decor that turned a basic space into a warm home. This was the fifth makeover in the holiday series. We-Ha
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Nike New England Winterfest Volleyball
Competitive Matches — Jan 10 - 26 — Connecticut Convention Center — Entry Fee Required — Experience the thrill of youth and adult volleyball in an exciting tournament atmosphere.
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Disney On Ice: Frozen & Encanto
7:00-8:30 p.m. — PeoplesBank Arena — Cost info not provided — Experience the magic of Arendelle and Casita with thrilling performances and beloved songs.
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The Cottage
7:30-9 p.m. — Hartford Stage — $ — A fast-paced farce where love, betrayal, and telegrams collide in a quaint English countryside home.
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The Cottage
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Hartford Stage — Unforgettable performance awaits in this captivating theatrical event.
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The Cottage at Hartford Stage
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Hartford Stage — Tickets starting at $207 — Experience a captivating performance with The Cottage in downtown Hartford.
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Ghosts of Jupiter with John Ferrara
8-11:30 p.m. — Arch Street Tavern — Ticket details not listed — Experience psychedelic rock with Ghosts of Jupiter and innovative bass compositions by John Ferrara.
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Urgent - A Tribute to Foreigner
8-11 p.m. — New Park Brewing — $0.55+ service fee — Experience electrifying hits from Foreigner brought to life by the premier tribute band Urgent.
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Kermit Lynch Wine Dinner
6-9 p.m. — Artisan Restaurant West Hartford — $125 per person — Experience a gourmet five-course dinner paired with exquisite Kermit Lynch wines as you explore French and Italian flavors.
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Valentine Craft Workshop
6-7 p.m. — The Mark Twain House & Museum — $25 per person — Learn the Victorian language of flowers and craft unique Valentines to express your true sentiments.
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CT River & Roots Series: Kimaya Diggs
2-3:30 p.m. — Windsor Art Center — Free entry — Enjoy a free acoustic performance by R&B/soul musician Kimaya Diggs in a welcoming gallery setting.
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