Good morning, Hartford.

The Health Collective will host its 31st annual Queer Prom event with an enchanted forest theme at the Mark Twain House in Hartford on Friday, June 27 from 6 to 9 p.m. High school juniors and seniors will have a safe space with a sensory room available & trained volunteers ensuring supervised activities and fee assistance for those in need.

Pratt and Whitney workers in East Hartford and Middletown have been on strike for 12 days over wages, retirement, and job security.

Last week saw high support and while health care coverage ends Monday — the strike committee hopes Senator Chris Murphy’s visit will pressure the company into a fair deal, the company still has not responded.

On May 1, 2025, the Rotary Club of West Hartford presented a $2,299.50 check to local author Daniel Howell to support his in-school reading initiative featuring his children’s book The Four Bees — Bee 4 Goodnight.

The donation—part of a drive that raised over $5,000 and collected 1,500 books—will fund author visits and book deliveries to seven Greater Hartford elementary schools throughout May.

On May 16th, first-generation UHart students and their families gathered at the Gengras Student Union North and South Café for a dinner celebration where special cords were given for Commencement.

Kevin Lopez Giraldo, now a student success advisor at American International College, spoke to share his own journey and encourage the students to turn challenges into stepping stones—highlighting the strength found in overcoming an unfamiliar path.

On March 11, the Connecticut Senate unanimously approved a bill to expand the Fallen Officer Fund to cover all first responders killed in the line of duty, which will provide a $100,000 death benefit & up to five years of continued health insurance to surviving families.

The legislation, championed by Senator Gaston, is set to take effect on July 1 pending House passage and the governor’s signature.

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.

Destined Rivals Prerelease Tournament

Tournament Name — 10 a.m. — Tabletop Gaming Center — Registration fee applicable — Compete in the latest TCG series with fellow enthusiasts.

Senior Living Awards Virtual Tour

9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Online Event — Free entry — Explore the best of senior living communities and their exceptional services and awards.

League Challenge Tournament

6:30 PM — Tabletop Gaming Center — Competitive entry — Show off your TCG skills at the local league challenge.

New Hampshire Fisher Cats at Hartford Yard Goats

7:10-8:40 p.m. — Dunkin' Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling action as the Fisher Cats take on the Yard Goats in an exciting baseball showdown.

Yard Goats Baseball Game

12:10-3:00 p.m. — Dunkin' Park — $40 — Catch the Hartford Yard Goats in action while enjoying a buffet and great seating on the Yeungling Party Deck.

Back To The Future - The Musical

8 p.m. — William H. Mortensen Hall — Tickets available — The beloved 80's film classic comes to life in a brand-new musical journey through time and space.

Evening Retreat for Music Ministers

6-9 p.m. — Holy Family Retreat & Conference Center — $45 for non-members, $35 for NPM members — Gather with fellow music ministers for an evening of singing, learning, and spiritual reflection.

Smino's Kountry Kousins Tour

7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Webster — Ticket prices vary — Experience Smino's genre-blurring sound with sharp lyricism and infectious groove alongside Samara Cyn.

Back to the Future - The Musical

7:30-9 p.m. — William H. Mortensen Hall — Tickets available — Experience the musical adaptation of the iconic 80's film with Marty McFly and friends.