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Hartford
Monday, March 30th, 2026
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 30th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Thousands attended the third No Kings Rally in Hartford on Saturday morning as they braved unseasonably cold weather to voice opposition to national policies — many joined from West Hartford and across Connecticut. The event was organized by Indivisible CT. We-Ha
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Hartford Athletic turned a nearly 90-year-old Glawackus legend into a playful mascot with soccer ball antennae that cheers on the team. Named Dillon after the stadium, the mascot revives a storied local tradition & invites fans to embrace Connecticut history. WFSB-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hartford Public Schools faces a $70 million deficit over the next two years; city, state and school leaders (including mayor Arulampalam and Superintendent Townsel) are meeting to find creative solutions such as combining some high schools to avoid further layoffs and preserve the rainy day fund. WFSB-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UConn fans gathered at Murphy’s Pub in Cromwell today for a March Madness doubleheader featuring the women's game followed by the men's contest — a local tradition that continues decades of support for college basketball. WFSB-TV
- ➤ High school football players showcased their skills on Sunday at Connecticut Children's Day Hill Dome in Windsor as college coaches from multiple divisions looked for future recruits. Local coaches also offered guidance to help athletes build both their skills and character for college football. FOX61
- ➤ On Sunday, UConn rallied from a 19-point first-half deficit to win 73-72 over Duke when freshman Braylon Mullins sank a three-pointer with 0.4 seconds left & advanced the Huskies to the Final Four. They will face third-seeded Illinois in Saturday’s semifinal in Indianapolis. News 12 Connecticut
- ➤ UConn's women's basketball team beat Notre Dame 70-52 and secured its 25th Final Four appearance, a milestone for coach Geno Auriemma's squad. The team now prepares for the next round of the NCAA tournament. WTIC
- ➤ UConn will face Duke in an Elite Eight game scheduled at 5:05 p.m. on Sunday at the Capital One Arena, with the winner advancing to the Final Four in Indianapolis on April 4. WFSB-TV
- ➤ The Hartford Wolf Pack hosted a sensory inclusivity night Saturday at PeoplesBank Arena with softer music and dimmer lights to help fans with sensitivities enjoy the game, and a book drive by the Capitol Region Education Council benefitted local schools and families. WFSB-TV
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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.
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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.
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Jeff Leeson Stand-Up Comedy
7-10 p.m. — Funny Bone Comedy Club & Restaurant — Ticketed event — Experience the phenomenal improv of Jeff Leeson as he leaves the crowd amazed.
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Turn It Up Dance Challenge Competitions
All day — Rockville High School, Vernon, CT — Registration fees apply — Experience an unforgettable weekend of dance competitions with awards and scholarships.
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XVI Annual Taste of Wethersfield
7-9:30 p.m. — Keeney Memorial Cultural Center — $35-$40 — Enjoy a night of local flavors with food and drinks from area restaurants while supporting educational programming.
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Hartford Symphony Orchestra - Brahms' Third
3-6 p.m. — The Bushnell Performing Arts Center — Tickets available until 2/11 — Enjoy an evening of classical music with the Hartford Symphony Orchestra performing Brahms' Third Symphony.
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Family Magic Show
5-6 p.m. — Licia & Mason Beekley Community Library — Free entry — Experience an enchanting magic show suitable for the whole family during spring break.
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Manufacturing Happy Hour
4-6 PM — New Park Brewing — Free entry — Connect with fellow manufacturers while enjoying local beers in a relaxed setting.
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Nature Storytime with Miss Jan
1-2 p.m. — Licia & Mason Beekley Community Library — Free entry — Explore the wonders of nature and learn about worms in this engaging storytime session.
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Whine & W3rk Caribbean Dance Fitness Class
7-9 p.m. — The Webster — Ticket required — Get ready to unleash your energy with a high-energy Caribbean dance fitness class open to all levels.
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