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Monday, April 6th, 2026
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Families and car enthusiasts gathered at Humacao in East Hartford for a car show (hosted by Family Bond Car Club) and an Easter egg hunt that offered a festive outing for local families. FOX61
- ➤ A local church held Easter services and hosted egg hunts yesterday as families gathered to celebrate with traditional rituals. WFSB-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local OB-GYN Mary Fariba Afsari discussed her memoir Labor (One Woman's Work) in an NPR interview with Ayesha Rascoe. She detailed how her mobile clinic started in 2022 to expand access to quality care in the community. Connecticut Public
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut will host the 2026 GEM Conference on May 7 at Southern Connecticut State University to honor middle school boys of color with mentorship and academic recognition (over 1,000 students are set to attend) as part of renewed equity partnerships (designed to reduce educational disparities). CT Mirror
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Community violence intervention groups met with U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal at Roca Hartford today to discuss the need for multi-year funding to support programs for at-risk youth (including workforce development opportunities). The roundtable stressed that reliable resources are as crucial as gun laws in reducing violence. CT News Junkie
- ➤ Rep. Carol Hall warned that concentrated solar farms in Enfield and East Windsor limit local planning under state rules. New bills would give town officials a say in project locations, and upcoming projects could raise the local share of solar arrays to nearly half. NBC Connecticut
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Leasing will soon begin for Greyson West at 160 Simsbury Road as the project converts the former Hoffman Summerwood property into non-age-restricted housing with interior upgrades. The renovation is 25% complete and the team aims for early May move-ins with full work finishing by late July. We-Ha
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After UConn’s women’s team lost to South Carolina on Friday, Jordan’s Furniture ended its free rebate promotion for eligible purchases (Jan. 20 to March 1). UConn’s men will face Michigan in the national championship game today. NBC Connecticut
- ➤ Several local restaurants, breweries and clubs are planning watch parties for UConn's national championship game today. Campus officials and students are preparing for potential celebrations on campus. WFSB-TV
- ➤ UConn’s Solo Ball sprained his foot and is now wearing a medical boot. He led his team with 10 points in the second half against Illinois Saturday. 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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