Good morning, Hartford.

The 16th edition of the annual Analeh Holiday Toy Drive is ongoing in Hartford today, and over the past 15 years it has helped more than 4,000 families (a local tradition).

Today, West Hartford openings include Nana’s Dim Sum & Dumplings at 111 Memorial Road in Blue Back Square set to open in 2026, the reopened Prospect Foreign Auto Center at 595 Prospect Avenue, and Unbound Physio, a home-based physical therapy practice serving the community.

With bitter cold continuing this weekend, Hartford Hospital’s Dr. Cynthia Price warns that unprotected exposure may lead to frostbite and hypothermia in fingers, toes, and the nose, and advises switching to indoor activities when signs such as numbness appear.

She also reminded pet owners to monitor their animals’ comfort (even long-haired pets may need extra warmth).

After beating Kansas at Phog Allen Fieldhouse on Tuesday, Dec.

2, UConn landed on David Borges' AP Top 25 ballot. The ballot indicates that when healthy, the Huskies could be one of the nation's best teams.

UConn honored Sue Bird before the game by retiring her #10 at Gampel Pavilion during a win over DePaul.

The Huskies dominated the game 102-35+ will fly to Los Angeles next Saturday, Dec. 13 at 5:30 p.m. to face USC.

Yesterday, several hundred children (ages 2-11) took part in the HMF Fit Kids races at the Blue Back Mitten Run in West Hartford, running distances from 1/2 to 1 mile.

UConn is set to play in the Jimmy V Classic against Florida on Tuesday night at Madison Square Garden.

The game honors coach Jim Valvano, who served as an assistant from 1970 to 72 & left an enduring impact on the program.

The UConn women’s basketball team remained unbeaten with a 102-35 win over DePaul Sunday in Storrs, boosting their top rankings in both the AP and NET polls.

They will take on USC Saturday in a Quad-1 matchup.

UConn hired Toledo's Jason Candle as its new head football coach following Saturday's announcement, and legendary Geno Auriemma praised Candle for his record of developing NFL players during a campus visit on Thursday.

UConn retired Sue Bird's No. 10 jersey during a pre-game ceremony Sunday, Dec.

7 at Gampel Pavilion before the contest with DePaul. Her honored jersey now joins those of Swim Cash and Rebecca Lobo as the third tribute in program history.

Self-Care Sound Bath Meditation

6-7 p.m. — Whiton Branch Library — Free entry — Experience the healing power of sound with bowls and drums in a relaxing environment.

Date Night Downtown: Magic and Humor

6:15-7:45 p.m. — WORK_SPACE — $25 per person, $20 early bird — Experience a night of magic and humor with Kody Hildebrand in a festive setting.

2000's Night

9 PM – 1 AM — The Webster — Tickets from $57 — Celebrate the nostalgia of the 2000s with live performances at Webster Theater.

Glow Hartford

12:00 – 1:30 PM — Connecticut Convention Center — Limited tickets available — Experience one of Hartford's top concert picks this December.

Glow Concert

12:00 – 1:30 PM — Connecticut Convention Center — Ticket info available — Experience a top concert event in Hartford this December.

Glow - Hartford Concert

4:00 – 5:30 PM — Connecticut Convention Center — Must-attend concert experience — Don't miss this top music event lighting up Hartford this December.

Glow - Hartford

4:00-5:30 PM — Connecticut Convention Center — Ticket prices not specified — Experience one of Hartford's top concert picks this December.

Bulkeley vs. Prince RVT Basketball Game

6:00-7:15 p.m. — A.I. Prince Technical School — Free entry — Catch the Prince RVT varsity basketball team in action against Bulkeley on their home court.

Inder Sahani - Stand Up Comedy Live

6-11 p.m. — The Theater of the Performing Arts — Cost info not provided — Experience an evening of laughter with the witty Inder Sahani in Hartford.

Glow - Hartford

12:00 – 1:30 PM — Connecticut Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — A vibrant concert experience awaits at this must-attend event in Hartford.