Good morning, Hartford.

The Connecticut Department of Agriculture announced on Tuesday that local farms, farm stands, and pick-your-own fields now offer freshly grown strawberries to support community farmers.

Residents are advised to call ahead for picking conditions.

Connecticut Trails Day, the state's largest outdoor event celebration, will host over 200 free events across 100 towns and cities this weekend (Saturday and Sunday).

Residents can join diverse nature walks and animal encounters to experience local outdoors.

Union Kitchen (43 LaSalle Road) will close after dinner on Saturday, June 6 as rising real estate costs led its owners to decide not to renew the lease; they expressed thanks to customers and staff for nearly eight years of service in West Hartford Center.

Adams & Knight and a state tourism office led a pizza campaign that won a Gold Effie Award for boosting tourism with 19 billion media impressions, a 68% rise in pizza searches, and a 37% jump in long-distance visits; it was mentioned on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.

Families across the state face high costs as rising gas prices force tighter budgets and longer lines at mobile food pantries in Bristol + CT Foodshare now spends an extra $3,300 per week for diesel, which could limit meals for those in need.

Governor Ned Lamont announced that 97,000 residents will soon get letters saying some or all of their medical debt has been wiped out under an initiative with Undue Medical Debt; this effort, the fourth round since 2024, is set to cancel an estimated $315 million in debt starting this week.

Gov. Ned Lamont used a $8.5 million allocation from Connecticut's Federal Cuts Response Fund Wednesday morning to offer grocery assistance cards to about 25,000 state residents losing SNAP benefits.

Eligible individuals will receive $300 cards and help reconnect with SNAP services through the Department of Social Services.

The American Red Cross (with Lions Clubs’ help) is hosting blood drives across Connecticut during trauma season, which runs from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

Events are scheduled this June and early July at community centers and churches to support patients in need.

Felician Sisters and nonprofit partners are converting an old nun training building on their Enfield campus into 45 affordable apartments for seniors (Angela Gardens) to serve residents earning at or below 50% AMI.

The $29 million project will finish in summer and features eco-friendly design.

On Tuesday, June 2, Hall girls’ lacrosse beat Wethersfield 17-5 in the CIAC Class L State Tournament.

They will face Cheshire in the quarterfinal on Friday, June 5.

Special Olympics Connecticut is hosting its 2026 Summer Games this weekend in New Haven.

The event starts Friday at 6:30 p.m. at Jess Dow Field, with competitions in cycling, soccer, swimming, tennis & track and free health screenings via Healthy Athletes across several venues.

UConn men's basketball will face Michigan on Nov.

6 at TD Garden in Boston as part of the TNT Sports Hall of Fame Series (a chance for payback after their earlier loss in Indianapolis).

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.

Portland Sea Dogs vs. Hartford Yard Goats

7:10-8:10 p.m. — Dunkin' Park — Discounted tickets available — Enjoy a summer evening cheering for the Yard Goats at the ballpark.