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Thursday, January 8th, 2026
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Bridge Family Center is hosting the Children’s Charity Ball on Jan. 31 at Hartford Golf Club in West Hartford from 6 p.m. to midnight. The event will feature live and silent auctions, dinner, and dancing, and will be emceed by Scot Haney of WFSB — cocktail attire is suggested. We-Ha
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Madison resident Brian Stroehlein began modeling at Burning Man in 2011 and has completed over 750 sessions at Connecticut venues such as galleries and art schools. He continues to pose for art and plans to model into his 70s + meet creative challenges. Connecticut Post
- ➤ The 44th Connecticut Flower & Garden Show will take place at the Connecticut Convention Center from Feb. 19-22. Visitors will see live flowers, over 20 garden exhibits, and 80 hours of seminars from experts (including Doug Tallamy and Nancy DeBrule Clemente), with tickets starting at $17 online. Connecticut Post
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Ned Lamont and state officials announced a subsidy program replacing lost federal credits with up to $120 million (with about $70 million spent so far) to help keep premiums affordable, and Access Health CT reported enrollments are 3% to 5% higher than last year as insurers adjust rates automatically. CT News Junkie
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Hartford Wolf Pack will host its annual Teddy Bear Toss at 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 10, urging fans to bring new or gently used teddy bears for the toss when the team scores its first goal+ all bears will go to Connecticut Children’s Hospital+ marking a cherished local tradition. WFSB-TV
- ➤ The UConn women’s basketball team will play St. John's tonight in Hartford during a Big East game — a matchup that could shift the season’s momentum. WFSB-TV
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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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