Good morning, Hartford.

West Hartford hosted its first America 250 celebration event, the Flags of America Showcase, on Sunday, Feb.

15. The event featured 27 official flags along with craft projects and flag-folding demonstrations provided by local groups — including the Knights of Columbus Assembly 3000 and the American Legion.

Best-selling author Wally Lamb will read from his latest novel at the University of Hartford's 1877 Club on Wednesday, March 11 at 1 p.m. as part of the Cardin Reading Series and will sign copies of his book.

Battle of Iwo Jima survivors helped open a new exhibit at the WWII Legacy Foundation in East Hartford, where visitors heard live accounts from veterans—connecting the community with real history.

Connecticut’s program adds five cents to small liquor bottle sales, generating over $12 million for local cleanup plus sparking calls from advocates for lawmakers to let towns ban the products to curb litter and safety risks.

Critics warn that a ban may cut crucial funds towns need for environmental efforts.

Following last week’s blizzard and mid-week flurries, CDOT crews (650 trucks) and local operators worked night and day to clear over 10,000 lane miles and keep highways open around Hartford.

Gov. Lamont later sent teams to help neighboring states as winter storms continue.

The Special Olympics Connecticut Winter Games are underway this weekend at the Pratt & Whitney Hangar in East Hartford, where about 200 athletes will compete in floorball along with other sports including cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, figure skating and speed skating.

Alex Karaban scored a game-high 23 points and hit key three-pointers as UConn rallied from behind on Senior Day; the Huskies beat Seaton Hall 71-67 shortly after Karaban was honored as a member of the Huskies of Honor.

Feedback - LIVE

6-9 p.m. — Connecticut Valley Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy classic rock favorites and original tunes from the talented band Feedback.

Soccer Classes for Kids Aged 3-8

2 p.m. — Elizabeth Park Conservancy — Enroll now — March indoor soccer classes designed for young boys and girls.

Hartford Wolf Pack vs. Cleveland Monsters

7-8 p.m. — PeoplesBank Arena — Check the local AHL action as the Wolf Pack host the Monsters in a thrilling hockey showdown.

90s Con 2026

4-8 p.m. — Connecticut Convention Center — $176.10 — Celebrate the iconic decade of the 90s with a weekend of nostalgia in Hartford.

90's Con CT - Saturday

10 AM – 2 PM — Connecticut Convention Center — VIP ticket options available — Celebrate the beloved 90s with exclusive experiences and premium seating.

90's Con CT - Sunday

10 AM - 2 PM — Connecticut Convention Center — VIP ticket packages available — Celebrate the iconic 90s with exclusive experiences and meet your favorite stars.

St. Patrick's Day Knitted Banner Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Manchester Public Library — Free entry — Create a festive yarn banner for St. Patrick's Day under the guidance of local artisan Mary Curley.

Turas - Contemporary Irish Music

6-9 p.m. — New Park Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy a captivating evening of live Irish music with the band Turas.

Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty

6:30-7:30 p.m. — The Theater of the Performing Arts — Tickets required — Experience a radiant ballet reimagining of Sleeping Beauty with stunning glow-in-the-dark costumes.

Shamrock Run & Walk

8:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. — Chippens Hill Middle School, Bristol, CT — Registration fee applies — Celebrate Irish spirit with a community 5 & 2-mile road race and fitness walk for all ages.