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Saturday, April 12th, 2025
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of April.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hartford Foundation for Public Giving announced on Friday the launch of the Greater Futures Scholarship Fund that will provide qualifying city students up to $100,000 over four years for college; the fund will initially award more than 110 Class of 2025 members $20,000 each year and later expand to support 500 students annually with additional academic and career coaching. FOX61
- ➤ On April 11th, the University of Hartford community raised $556,847 from 1,808 donors from over 35 states during its 10th annual Day of Giving. The campaign exceeded the goal of 1,700 donors and will fund campus improvements, scholarships, and research—supporting a strong tradition of engagement at UHart. University of Hartford
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Hartford is preparing for the UConn women's basketball championship parade, which will begin at 1 p.m. on Sunday—local fans are invited to join the celebration. FOX61
- ➤ The UConn women's basketball team will celebrate their NCAA championship with a parade on Sunday — viewers can stream it live on WFSB’s apps or watch it on The Wax — marking a historic moment for the team. WFSB-TV
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Hartford Yard Goats vs. Portland Sea Dogs
7:10-11:10 PM — Dunkin' Park — Ticketed event — Experience the excitement of minor league baseball as the Hartford Yard Goats take on the Portland Sea Dogs.
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Charlotte Checkers at Hartford Wolf Pack
7-11 p.m. — XL Center — Cost info not provided — Experience the excitement of AHL hockey as the Wolf Pack take on the Checkers at home.
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Birth Moon Crystal Bracelet Making Class
1:30-3:30 p.m. — Mondazzi Book, Bead & Crystal — $30.00 — Create a personalized moon phase bracelet while exploring lunar influences and crystal healing properties.
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Hartford Caribbean Dance Fitness Camp
7-9 p.m. — Warehouse 635 — Fun event — Experience the world's most electrifying Caribbean dance fitness class with all fitness levels welcome.
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Romeo and Juliet
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Hartford Stage — Ticket prices vary — An intoxicating blend of tragedy and hope unfolds in this timeless tale of young love.
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Romeo and Juliet - Theatrical Production
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Hartford Stage — Ticket prices vary — Experience the intoxicating blend of tragedy and hope in a classic tale of young love.
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2025 NAfME All-Eastern Conference
April 24-27 — Connecticut Convention Center — Cost info not provided — Advocate, elevate, and celebrate music education at this enriching conference.
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Mark Wood Performance
7-11 p.m. — Kingswood Oxford School — Tickets available — Experience an evening of music with Emmy-winning composer and recording artist Mark Wood.
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HYPERGLOW Hartford 2025
8-11 p.m. — The Webster — Tickets available — Experience America’s largest glow party with neon lights and live performances.
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Earth Day Celebration at Mill Street Marketplace
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Mill Street Marketplace — Free entry — Celebrate Earth Day with a vendor market featuring sustainability, live music, and delicious food options.
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