Good morning, Hartford.

IDEX will close its Bristol facility later this year — the move is expected to result in over 70 layoffs as part of planned operational changes.

President Lawrence P.

Ward will serve on the Connecticut Career Pathways Commission, established by Gov Lamont to create a five-year plan linking education and good paying jobs. The commission, led by former U.S. education secretary Miguel Cardona, will submit its report to state lawmakers by year’s end.

The state said its nickel-per-nip program is generating millions for local communities by reducing litter from small liquor bottles.

The effort provides extra funds for cities and towns.

State senators passed a bill late Monday to regulate homeschooling after five hours of debate and the measure now heads to the governor’s desk for review.

West Hartford community members can learn about teen mental health effects from high potency marijuana products at a prevention talk on Monday, May 11 at 6 p.m. at Bristow Middle School, where expert Laura Stack will share evidence-based research and personal insight after a family tragedy.

Tayler Holder Live in Concert

8-11 p.m. — The Webster — $31.15 — Experience Tayler Holder in an all-ages concert showcasing his talent and energy.

Test of Strength: Dear Norma 6

6-8:30 p.m. — Dudleytown Brewing Company — VIP $30, GA $20 — Experience an electrifying showdown of strength with thrilling matches and fierce competition.

Strange Machines Concert

8-11:30 p.m. — Arch Street Tavern — Ticket prices vary — Experience a fusion of funk, rock, and livetronica from the East Coast's jam scene favorites.

Buckethead Live Performance

8:30-11:30 p.m. — Infinity Music Hall — Tickets required — Experience the virtuoso guitarist Buckethead as he dazzles with multi-genre performances.

Portland Sea Dogs vs. Hartford Yard Goats

1:10 – 4:10 PM — Dunkin' Park — Tickets available — Kids can run the bases post-game for a fun family experience.

Gryme: The Ultimate Nu-Metal Experience

9-11:30 p.m. — Arch Street Tavern — Free parking available — Experience the energetic sounds of iconic nu-metal bands like System Of A Down and Linkin Park.

Concert by Robert Earl Keen

7-10 p.m. — Infinity Music Hall Hartford — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of American folk and country music with Robert Earl Keen.

Wishes on Wheels Car Show

11 AM – 3 PM — Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field — Admission details not specified — Enjoy a variety of classic cars, food trucks, and live music in support of a good cause.

40th Annual Franciscan Sports Banquet and Silent Auction

5:30-9:30 p.m. — Aqua Turf Club — Click for reservations — Celebrate 40 years of sports and community spirit at this fundraising banquet.

Simsbury Land Trust 50th Anniversary Dinner

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Rosedale Farms & Vineyards — Tickets required — Celebrate stewardship and community with music, food, and a keynote from Marshall Epstein.