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Hartford
Thursday, January 29th, 2026
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Silpe Gallery will host Dream Murals from March 3 to April 12 with six Hartford Art School alumni paired with students to create murals and honor muralist Tao LaBossiere (1968-2024); artist talks and a reception are planned on April 4 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Taub Hall. University of Hartford
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ In May 2025, UHart aerospace students competed in the Design-Build-Fly contest in Tucson where, led by Associate Professor Paul Slaboch, they overcame setbacks like a misfiring glider light and a collapsed landing gear. The team gained valuable experience and built connections with international competitors. University of Hartford
- ➤ State senators John Kissel and Sujata Gadkar-Wilcox joined educators at the CT Education Summit on Jan. 28 in Hartford to discuss teacher free speech rights and job security. The panel examined how educators can balance sharing personal views and maintaining professional responsibilities (a subject of ongoing debate). CT News Junkie
- ➤ University of Hartford’s 2025 commencement ceremonies featured President Lawrence P. Ward addressing undergraduates and Board of Regents Vice Chair David Thompson speaking to graduates on May 18 at the XL Center downtown. The event highlighted both speakers’ strong community ties and leadership experience. University of Hartford
- ➤ Yesterday, educators at the State Capitol raised concerns over teacher shortages and low Latino representation at an education summit. State representatives and union leaders urged improvements in pay, diversity, and community engagement — calling for stronger support for public schools. Connecticut Public
- ➤ Students from UHart’s College of Engineering will fly the HAWKS NASA RockSat-C experiment soon to study solar activity’s effects on Earth’s upper atmosphere with the NASA Connecticut Space Grant Consortium. Led by professor Enrico Obst, the six-member team designed custom circuits and integrated sensors to meet NASA standards. University of Hartford
- ➤ Five University of Hartford undergraduates attended the AMTEC preservice teachers’ conference in Manchester on April 4, 2025, where they joined workshops and panel discussions to refine classroom management techniques and build their teaching identities; experts emphasized collaboration among preservice teachers + experienced educators. University of Hartford
- ➤ Students learned about state job opportunities after the University of Hartford hosted Connecticut’s first state agency career event on Mar. 6, 2025 at the Gengras Student Union. More than 100 students met with department representatives and received career counseling and application assistance. University of Hartford
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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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Pressed Flower Heart Art Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Connecticut Valley Brewing Company — Free entry — Create a lasting heart-shaped artwork using pressed flowers.
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PMP Certification Bootcamp
9 AM – 5 PM — 100 Pearl Street Gallery Parking — Cost varies — Fast-track training to become a Project Management Professional with expert coaching and resources.
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Eric Lindell Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Arch Street Tavern — Tickets available — Experience the soulful tunes of acclaimed singer-songwriter Eric Lindell in an intimate setting.
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Harvest & Rust - A Neil Young Experience
7-9 p.m. — Downtown Live at the Rockwell Theater — Ticketed event — Enjoy an authentic tribute to Neil Young with stirring performances from one of the premier bands in the Northeast USA.
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Communication & Self-Esteem Workshop with Brisa Albuquerque
5-8 p.m. — Our Lady of Fatima Child Care Center — Limited slots — Explore authentic communication and confidence-building techniques to enhance personal and professional growth.
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Valentine's Paint Night with FiyaBomb
5:30 p.m. — Lo Sano Restaurant & Bar — Ticketed event — Enjoy a creative Paint & Sip night guided by celebrated artist Fiyabomb with cocktails and giveaways.
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Snowglobe Cup Crafting Class
6-8 p.m. — The Bristol Bazaar — Fun event — Create your own magical snowglobe cup in a festive, hands-on setting.
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Valentine's Day Dinner at Max's Oyster Bar
Feb 14 — Max's Oyster Bar — $99 per person — Indulge in a three-course pre-fixe menu crafted for the perfect romantic evening.
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