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Tuesday, February 11th, 2025
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 11th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Hartford business, GimaSport, rapidly produces Super Bowl championship hats celebrating the Philadelphia Eagles' triumph. WTNH News 8
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut's Attorney General William Tong is introducing legislation aimed at limiting social media's impact on minors by enforcing stricter default settings and parental consent requirements. WTIC
- ➤ Gov. Ned Lamont proposed a $55.2 billion budget for Connecticut, focusing on easing fiscal restraints, advancing early childhood development, offering modest tax cuts, and seeking increased federal aid through hospital tax restructuring. CT Mirror
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Foundry restaurant, helmed by Executive Chef Jeffrey Lizotte, is set to open on State Street in Hartford, promising a unique dining experience. FOX61
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UConn's women's basketball team marked its 600th consecutive appearance in the AP Top 25 poll, the longest streak in the history of the poll since 1993. NBC Connecticut
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Two Trains Running - Live Performance
A live performance of 'Two Trains Running' will take place at Hartford Stage, showcasing an engaging theatrical experience.
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Sirena Plays Sibelius: A Concert at The Bushnell
Experience an evening of classical music featuring Sibelius and other composers, conducted by Carolyn Kuan at The Bushnell Performing Arts Center.
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Hartford Symphony Orchestra Valentine's Concert
Experience a captivating Valentine's Day concert featuring Strauss' Don Juan, Dawson’s Negro Folk Symphony, and Sirena Huang performing Sibelius’ Violin Concerto.
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Connecticut Concert Ballet's 15th Annual Gala Fundraiser: An Old-Fashioned Love Song
This gala event offers a nostalgic evening filled with classic love songs to support the Connecticut Concert Ballet's mission of dance education and community inspiration.
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Cowboy Junkies Concert
Cowboy Junkies will perform live at Infinity Music Hall in Hartford, Connecticut.
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Connecticut Flower & Garden Show 2025
This annual event features an extensive array of exhibits related to gardening and floral displays, showcasing over 140,000 square feet of recreational showcases.
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Hartford Career Fair at Great River Park
This career fair provides an opportunity for job seekers to connect with employers in the Hartford Downtown area.
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Stonehill Skyhawks vs. Central Connecticut State Blue Devils Men's Basketball Game
This event features a men's basketball matchup between the Stonehill Skyhawks and the Central Connecticut State Blue Devils at Detrick Gymnasium.
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Connecticut Flower and Garden Show
The Connecticut Flower and Garden Show features beautifully landscaped gardens, design competitions, and over 200 vendors offering gardening supplies, craft goods, and gourmet food.
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Once On This Island Auditions in Hartford
Auditions for the theatrical production 'Once On This Island' will take place over three days, where participants can showcase their talent for a story of love and resilience set in a vibrant cultural backdrop.
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