Good morning, Hartford.

Dolores Huerta visited Hartford on May 29 to accept the Living Legend Award at the 23rd annual Latinas in Leadership Symposium and urged local Latinas to stay engaged in civic life (drawing on her decades of activism with United Farm Workers).

West Hartford teen Desmond McGloin built 12 handcrafted cornhole boards for Sedgwick Middle School Unified Sports as his Eagle Scout project with support from Scout Troop 146 and community donations.

The program celebrated its first season on May 27 with a tournament at the school.

The Hartford Public Library reopened today after flood damage repairs and now offers full services to community members.

On May 16, 1979, a collapsed garage on Center Street killed 12-year-old Julio 'Julito' Lozada during a game of tag in Hartford — a tragedy that later spurred public safety reforms.

A recent survey shows Connecticut nursing home care costs are rising—and high beef prices are prompting Americans to change summer grilling plans.

Hartford consumers—facing these market pressures—are watching the trends as local business news highlights rising expenses.

Hartford Magnet School Athletics is piloting a program that lets its student athletes compete for a local public high school, giving them better access to competitive sports opportunities.

Program organizers say it will start this term.

CSCU’s general counsel Karen Buffkin was placed on administrative leave as an independent review begins into past leadership issues following interim chancellor John Maduko’s resignation.

Interim Vice President Lloyd Blanchard now leads until Natalie Braswell takes over on June 15.

Connecticut state officials warned parents in Avon about online groups targeting vulnerable minors via social media and gaming apps, urging families to keep computers in open areas for better supervision - digital literacy is key to spotting online risks - they said.

The Connecticut State Colleges and Universities Board of Regents placed Karen Buffkin on leave pending an independent review into a matter with the former interim chancellor.

The board will appoint Natalie Braswell as Interim Chancellor on June 15 and name Lloyd Blanchard as administrative lead.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Latino Comedy Fest 2026

7-11:30 p.m. — The Bushnell Performing Arts Center — Ticket price varies — Laugh your heart out while supporting Latin culture at this unique comedy show and fundraiser.

Art in the Park 2026

10 AM – 4 PM — Center Memorial Park — Free entry — Experience a vibrant outdoor show featuring over 200 exceptional artists, crafters, and performers.

New Britain Bees vs. Lowell Spinners

6:35 p.m. — New Britain Stadium — Tickets available — Catch the exciting baseball showdown between the Bees and Spinners this June.

Secondhand Serenade Concert with Every Avenue

7-10 p.m. — The Webster — Tickets available via Ticketmaster — Catch the emotional acoustic sounds of Secondhand Serenade alongside Every Avenue.