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Raising Cane’s will open in Wethersfield next week at 1298 Silas Dean Highway on Tuesday, June 24, where customers can enjoy chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries, Cane’s Toast, coleslaw, and Cane’s Sauce.

The restaurant will feature a double-lane drive-thru and an outdoor dining patio — it will also hold a 'Lucky 20' drawing with entries from 8 to 9 a.m. that awards free Cane’s for a year to 20 customers.

A new guide lists summer fireworks shows across Connecticut with times, locations, and rain dates provided for towns including Hartford and Milford.

The guide covers events from June 21 through Sept. 6 and highlights displays at places like Hartford Yard Goats games + local parks.

More than six dozen new CT laws will take effect on July 1, including the biennial state budget that raises social services funding and a $9.7 billion bond package to finance schools, transportation, and other capital projects.

The laws also require public schools to add new social studies units and set up video recording for absentee ballots while limiting terms in library e-book contracts.

A group of 24 Hartford golfers played 100 holes in one day at Keney Park on Tuesday to raise funds for ALS (a disease that affected the organizers' fathers) in a challenge started two years ago by Alex Litt and Cory Sullivan.

They had raised $550,000 before and aimed to add $450,000 that day to hit the $1 million mark, with ESPN NFL analyst Dan Orlovsky joining the event.

The Travelers Championship is holding a charity miniature golf tournament at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell—media members are taking their best shots to boost fundraising for causes like the Hole in the Wall Gang Camp, and organizers expect to top last year's $3.2 million in proceeds.

Kingswood Oxford School's boys track and field team won the 2025 New England Division III Championship this spring with Tyler Brown ’26 winning the 200m, long jump, and triple jump plus anchoring the 4x100m relay to earn the NEPSAC MVP award.

The team also showed strong performances in sprints, jumps, and throws and looks set to build on this success in future meets.

Porfirio Ayvar Concert

7:00 p.m. — Casablanca Hall — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant sounds of Porfirio Ayvar live in Connecticut.

ConnectiKids Summer Fair

11 AM – 5 PM — Parkville Market — Free entry — A vibrant summer fair showcasing local vendors and talent for family fun.

CT Historic Gardens Day

11 AM – 4 PM — Webb Deane Stevens Museum — $1 off admission — Celebrate the beauty of historic gardens with tours, yoga, and talks.

Week Two Sit or Start Workouts

8-10 a.m. — 65 Van Block Ave — Cost info not specified — Engage in technical, speed, agility, and soccer IQ development in Hartford's youth workouts.

Baseball Match: Fisher Cats vs. Yard Goats

7:10-8:40 p.m. — Dunkin' Park — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy a thrilling Minor League Baseball game between the New Hampshire Fisher Cats and Hartford Yard Goats.

North End Farmers Market

Time Range — North End Senior Center — Cost Info — Get a variety of fruits, vegetables, and homemade goodies at Hartford's North End Farmers Market.

Riverfront 5K

6:15–8:00 p.m. — Mortensen Riverfront Plaza — Registration required — Kick off your weekend with a scenic run along the Connecticut River, followed by music and craft beer.

MountainFilm on Tour

1 PM – 3 PM — Cinestudio — Ticket prices vary — Experience breathtaking documentaries that inspire adventure and introspection.

Lakeyah Live Performance

9:30 p.m. — 321 Sportsbar — No refunds — Enjoy a vibrant night of hip hop with Lakeyah in Hartford.

Hartford Yard Goats vs Binghamton Rumble Ponies

7:10-11:10 p.m. — Dunkin' Park — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled baseball game featuring adorable baby goats and hilarious donut vs coffee races.