Good morning, Hartford.

Playhouse on Park in West Hartford will host a free panel on Monday, March 16 called 'The Man Behind the Movement: The Humanity of Faith, Power, and Vulnerability in Public Leadership' + the evening starts with a wine and cheese reception at 6 p.m., a panel and Q&A at 7 p.m., and ends with dessert at 8:30 p.m.

Connecticut’s regular gasoline price edged up to $3.52 per gallon by Friday, a 62-cent increase from last month, driven by higher crude prices amid global tensions & supply shortfalls; Bridgeport recorded the highest local cost while New Haven-Meriden enjoyed lower rates.

Revolution Wind, an offshore wind project off Connecticut and Rhode Island — a key boost for clean energy — will come online Friday, Mar.

20, to power up to 350,000 homes with 704 megawatts. State officials say it will lower electricity costs and reduce fossil fuel reliance.

The Connecticut legislature’s Environment Committee discussed a proposal on Friday to launch a rapid response program for hydrilla that would form a task force to map infestations, expedite permits + install boat washing stations.

The plan aims to curb the invasive plant’s spread across Connecticut’s waterways.

Connecticut officials warn that alcohol-impaired driving poses a deadly risk around St. Patrick’s Day on March 17, noting 113 fatalities in 2023 that accounted for over a third of traffic deaths.

They urge drivers to plan a sober ride home using ride-sharing services or taxis.

Hall High School's boys hockey team rallied from a 3-0 deficit to win 4-3 over Rocky Hill in the CIAC Division III quarterfinal on March 12 and will play Enfield Monday night in the state semifinal round.

UConn's second-seeded men’s basketball team faces a tough matchup against Georgetown in the Big East Tournament semifinal Friday night.

After UConn suffered a 68 to 62 loss to Marquette, Coach Dan Hurley called the game a choke job and said he and his team endured a painful film session — the Huskies later rallied for a 93 to 68 win over Xavier in the Big East Tournament.

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.

Annual Johnny's Jog for Charity 5K

9 a.m. — Blue Back Square — Registration required — Participate in a community run and support a good cause with raffle prizes.

Christian Music Concert Series

7-11 p.m. — PeoplesBank Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience uplifting sounds at a night of inspiring Christian music.

Big Shrimp Live Performance

9 p.m. — Arch Street Tavern — No cover charge — Experience high-octane rock as Big Shrimp merges funk and improvisation in an unforgettable live show.

Night Zero with Fungkshui

7 PM - 12 AM — Arch Street Tavern — Free parking available — Experience an electrifying night of live music featuring mesmerizing guitar and bass performances.

Chess Club for Kids

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Licia & Mason Beekley Community Library — Free entry — A monthly gathering for young chess enthusiasts aged 5-12 to sharpen their skills.