Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of October.
Good morning, Hartford.
On Saturday, Dunkin’ Park was filled with purple as community members honored the life of Jennifer Farber Dulos during Domestic Violence Awareness Month (the event aimed to spotlight the struggle against domestic violence).
Interval House plans additional events throughout the month for those who could not attend (including more community walks).
Hundreds gathered at Dunkin’ Park Saturday to honor Jennifer Dulos—raising awareness about domestic violence and urging stronger protections for survivors.
The American Manufacturing Hall of Fame is partnering with the American Mural Project to bring its Innovation Wall — a 1,500 square-foot interactive display showcasing 50 Connecticut firsts — to the Winsted facility from Oct.10 to Oct.28.
Visitors will learn about local manufacturing milestones as the exhibition runs with regular admission rates.
More than 100 bus drivers and monitors in the Cromwell and Middletown school districts face a potential strike that could disrupt student pickups and drop-offs if contract talks with DATTCO fail—negotiations continue until midnight today and a walkout is planned for Monday between 5:15 a.m. and 6:45 p.m.—families should verify local school plans for transportation alternatives.
On Saturday, Hartford hosted the 15th annual Ollie M.
Williams Health and Wellness Fair where residents got free health screenings and vaccinations — medical professionals held sessions on early illness detection.
The UConn Huskies beat FIU 51-10 on Saturday at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field in East Hartford.
Quarterback Joe Fagnano threw for 355 yards and four touchdowns and the defense forced four turnovers — a performance that marked the Huskies' best game of the season.
English Play at TheaterWorks Hartford
7:30-11:30 p.m. — TheaterWorks Hartford — Tickets from $188 — Experience an unforgettable theatrical performance with captivating drama and magic on stage.
Crusita Birthday Bash Hosted by Gigi
9:00 p.m. — 321 Sports and Bar — Ticket info available — Celebrate Crusita's birthday with great music and fun at this local hotspot.
Team Tommy Fund Charity Run
11:55 a.m. — 60 Elm St, Hartford, CT — $100 minimum fundraising — Participate in the Eversource Hartford Marathon and support childhood cancer awareness with Team Tommy Fund.
Kuhn's Inaugural Fall Festival & Paddle Sport Event
11 AM – 4 PM — Kuhn Employment Opportunities — Fundraising event — Enjoy paddle sports, live music, and support local adults with disabilities.
English Play Performance
7:30-11:30 p.m. — TheaterWorks Hartford — Tickets from $180 — Experience captivating performances in a theatrical show you'll never forget.
English - A Play
7:30-11:30 p.m. — TheaterWorks Hartford — Tickets from $180 — Experience captivating performances with the drama of English live on stage.
Tito Nieves Live Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — William H. Mortensen Hall — Tickets available — Experience the legendary 'Pavarotti of Salsa' as he performs classic hits and crowd-moving rhythms.
Free Family Fun Expo and Resource Fair
10 AM – 2 PM — Hartford Public Library, Downtown Library — Free admission — Experience a day of family fun with crafts, face painting, and community resources.
Hartford Symphony Orchestra - Beethoven and Sibelius
3-6 p.m. — The Bushnell Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the majestic sounds of Beethoven and Sibelius performed live by the Hartford Symphony Orchestra.
English Performance
7:30 PM — TheaterWorks Hartford — Ticket details available — Enjoy a captivating evening of theater in Hartford.
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