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Thursday, May 1st, 2025
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 1st of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Connecticut will offer student housing in Hartford this fall by leasing about 57 studio & one bedroom apartments at The Donaghue at 525 Main St. This move will ease space constraints before a larger housing complex called The Annex with about 200 beds opens next August and a new cafe opens at the Hartford Times campus. WTNH News 8
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On April 30, nonprofit leaders including Gian-Carl Casa and Rep. Jillian Gilchrest warned state lawmakers that without increased funding, vital services like mental health care and addiction treatment will face cuts—potentially forcing closures of key programs and transitional homes in our community. They said current budget proposals fall short—leaving vulnerable residents and a strained workforce at risk amid outdated Medicaid rates. CT News Junkie
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Travelers Championship will feature all top 10 golfers in the world after Hideki Matsuyama, Russell Henley, and Maverick McNealy committed to play—world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler leads the field and the tournament in Cromwell is set for June 16 to June 22. NBC Connecticut
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Hartford Yard Goats vs. Chesapeake Baysox
7:10-11:10 p.m. — Dunkin' Park — Ticket prices vary — Watch the Hartford Yard Goats take on the Chesapeake Baysox in an exciting baseball matchup.
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Spanish Parenting Education Class
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Catholic Charities — Free — Engage in a comprehensive parenting education class tailored for Spanish-speaking families.
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Hartford Symphony Orchestra Chamber Music Concert
2-6 p.m. — Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art — Ticket prices vary — Experience enchanting chamber music set against the backdrop of beautiful art exhibitions.
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The NY Latino Kings of Comedy
7-10 p.m. — Lo Sano Restaurant & Bar — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of laughter, dining, and drinks with the NY Latino Kings of Comedy.
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Spring Fling 600
8 a.m. — YMCA Camp Sloper — Registration details available — Celebrate the outdoors with the CT Trailmixers at the eighth annual Spring Fling event.
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Music Bingo Night
7-9 p.m. — Bear's Smokehouse Barbecue — Free to play — Enjoy a night of music bingo with great food, drinks, and prizes.
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The Great Gatsby - Ballet
7:00-8:30 p.m. — William H. Mortensen Hall — Tickets available — Experience the glitz and glamor of the Roaring Twenties in a stunning ballet adaptation of Fitzgerald's classic.
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The Carousel Museum Conference 2025
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — The Carousel Museum — Ticket purchase required — Experience hands-on workshops and explore the wonderful history of carousels.
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Mindful Hike at Penwood State Park
1-4:15 p.m. — Penwood State Park Parking — Free entry — Experience a moderate hike combined with mindfulness skills amidst the beauty of nature.
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Hartford and Springfield Actuaries Convention
5 AM – 2 PM — Connecticut Convention Center — Registration fees apply — Engage in professional development and networking with top industry speakers.
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