Good morning, Hartford.

Jenny Hubbard, president of the Catherine Violet Hubbard Animal Sanctuary, discussed plans for the tenth annual Butterfly Party fundraiser (supporting animal care).

Further details on the event are expected soon.

TheaterWorks in Hartford is set to debut The Counter, with actors Justis Bolding and Tim Dekay offering a sneak peek (the preview video was recently shown) to build excitement for the upcoming play.

Residents of buildings 400 and 500 at Concierge Apartments in Rocky Hill must leave by midnight today due to burst pipes and flooding from a recent cold snap, according to the mayor.

The town arranged over 140 hotel rooms while crews repair the remaining units.

The state and the Goulet family reached a $1.5M settlement to close a 2022 wrongful death claim over 16-year-old Destiny’s suicide at the state-run Solnit psychiatric facility in Middletown.

The agreement now awaits probate and court approval.

Governor Ned Lamont will detail his budget proposal funding free breakfast for all K-12 public school students, following his initial remarks during the State of the State address on Wednesday at the capitol.

Stamford-based NBC Sports is set to broadcast Super Bowl LX on Feb.

8 from Santa Clara, using 700 staff in California and 40 in Stamford to deliver coverage with top voices and family soundbites (the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics coverage will also air before the game).

At Cornerstone Aquatics Center on Jan.

31, 2026, teams from CCC (Conard, Hall, Glastonbury, Farmington) and eight other schools competed in the West Hartford Invite, where three meet records were broken including new school benchmarks by Luke Scheinfeldt and Jack Ackerman.

Hilary Knight, a US hockey star with Connecticut ties, is playing her final Olympics as the top-ranked team continues its games this week.

The veteran forward, who worked as a coach at Quinnipiac, will mentor young players while setting new records in the sport.

Manchester native Ashton Grant now serves as the Patriots quarterbacks coach as the team prepares for Super Bowl LX on Sunday at Levi's Stadium (Santa Clara, Calif.).

His rise from Pop Warner to the NFL shows hard work that inspires local young athletes.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Wings of Night

1-2 p.m. — Northwest Park — Free entry — Get up close with majestic owls and learn about their fascinating world and conservation efforts.

The Counter Performance

2:30-3:30 p.m. — TheaterWorks Hartford — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an engaging theatrical experience at this local venue.

Glass Fusing Workshop: Create Your Own Nightlight

6-7:30 p.m. — The Firestone | Art Studio & Cafe — Pre-registration required — Have fun crafting a custom glass nightlight in a beginner-friendly workshop.

Band Capricio Live Performance

8:30 p.m. — The Webster — Tickets starting at $92 — Experience an unforgettable night with Band Capricio at Webster Theater.

UConn Huskies Hockey vs Boston College

3-5 p.m. — PeoplesBank Arena — Cost information not specified — UCONN Men's Ice Hockey takes on Boston College in an exciting clash at the new arena.

West Hartford Black Business Expo

1-4 p.m. — Town Hall Auditorium — Free entry — Celebrate and support a diverse range of local black-owned businesses showcasing unique products and services.