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Saturday, April 4th, 2026
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mandell JCC and Voices of Hope are hosting a Yom HaShoah commemoration on April 12 at 2 p.m. in West Hartford. The event will feature survivor testimony and a community reading of names to honor six million Holocaust victims. We-Ha
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Despite chilly 40-degree weather, thousands of Yard Goats fans filled Dunkin’ Park on opening night as grounds crew prepped the field—inside, mascot Chompers joined a push-up contest with National Guard members while families cheered. The game series against Chesapeake Baysox continues Friday and Saturday. FOX61
- ➤ UConn men's basketball coach Dan Hurley said his team is in Indianapolis to chase rings — not trophies. Fans boarded buses from Bradley International Airport on Friday and the Huskies will face top-seeded South Carolina in the Final Four. WFSB-TV
- ➤ Braylon Mullins made a dramatic game-winning shot that many call the swish heard around the nation. UConn men's basketball will build on this moment as it prepares for its next challenge (enhancing local pride). FOX61
- ➤ UConn lost 62-48 to South Carolina Friday night in a Final Four game in Phoenix. Coach Geno Auriemma cited foul disparity + South Carolina now heads to the national championship on Sunday at 3:30 p.m. on ABC. WFSB-TV
- ➤ Alex Karaban (UConn's all-time wins leader) has a chance to set a new record at the Final Four, with the tournament scheduled soon and drawing strong local interest. His performance could mark a historic moment for UConn basketball fans. Connecticut Post
- ➤ UConn hoops fans embarked on a 16-hour bus ride to the Final Four. They boarded at 6:30 a.m. in front of Gampel Pavilion (their starting point) before sunrise. Connecticut Post
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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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Native Gardens
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Hartford Stage — Tickets start at $118 — An unforgettable theatrical experience in Hartford.
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