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Sunday, May 24th, 2026
Good morning, Hartford. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 24th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Three young kittens were rescued from a dumpster behind a Burnside Ave business Saturday morning — they will receive bottle feeding while authorities ask locals for anonymous tips if they know who cared for them. FOX61
- ➤ Hundreds of volunteers gathered at the Connecticut State Veterans Cemetery in Middletown ahead of Memorial Day to place about 13,250 American flags on fallen service members' graves — preserving a cherished tradition of honor. A Memorial Day ceremony will be held Monday at 2 p.m. NBC Connecticut
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Town historian Mary Donohue and podcast host Chuck Coursey will lead a lecture and ice cream social on Sunday, May 31 at 4 p.m. at Playhouse on Park, 244 Park Road, to celebrate West Hartford history and Historic Preservation Month; tickets cost $15 per person with proceeds benefiting the theater. We-Ha
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut families are rethinking cable and streaming options as rising costs tighten budgets this fall; streamlined services like Cox TV Lite aim to offer simple live channels and affordable choices for everyday life. CT Mirror
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Bloomfield shoppers can save on Memorial Day barbecues by choosing chicken thighs over beef burgers and corn on the cob instead of pasta or potato salad, as USDA noted higher prices than last summer. Deals are available at Geissler’s Supermarket for families planning the holiday. WFSB-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Hall baseball defeated Farmington 8-1 in West Hartford on Friday in the CCC Tournament — the Titans used timely hitting and strong pitching by Kaiyo Sharkey and now head to the semifinals against East Catholic on Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. We-Ha
- ➤ Conard High School beat Hall High School 16-6 Friday in the final regular season game celebrating 40 years of girls lacrosse. The win capped an undefeated season for Conard - now ranked No. 4 in Class LL. WFSB-TV
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Wine & Roses Fundraiser
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Pond House Cafe — $150 per person — Enjoy a cocktail reception and live music while supporting Elizabeth Park Conservancy.
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Moth-Style Storytelling Evening
7-9 p.m. — Hartford Flavor Company — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of entertaining true stories told live by local storytellers.
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Wethersfield Bicycle Festival and Swap Meet
8 a.m.–12 p.m. — Hanmer Elementary School — Free admission — Discover a variety of bicycles, parts, and enjoy family games at this vibrant community gathering.
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Sounds of Summer Concert Series
— 5:30-8:30 p.m. — Great River Park — Free entry — Enjoy live music by local bands in a family-friendly atmosphere with scenic views.
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Haiden Henderson Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — The Webster — Ticket prices vary — Experience the electrifying performance of Haiden Henderson in Hartford's vibrant venue.
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