Last week I asked if you wanted us to collab with a local artist on a CT-inspired limited-run print, and the answer was a loud yes.

We’re green-lighting it, I’ll keep you in the loop on sketches and drop pre-order details as soon as it’s ready.

🐶Adopt-a-pal: Meet Hally, a 5-month Belgian Malinois mix with a rocket engine and a radar nose; whip-smart, 21 lbs, and built for adventure (not couch life).
If you’ve got training chops and love high-drive dogs, she’ll be your MVP

🏡House of the week: Somers stunner: 4 bed/4 bath, ~4,774 sq ft on 1.08 acres with a wraparound porch, koi pond, and a detached garage/workshop for your toys. Inside you’ve got a chef-y kitchen, a balconyed primary suite, plus a finished lower level with theater + gym, it’s begging for a housewarming. Check it out!

🥾Trail of the week: Breakneck Pond Loop (Bigelow Hollow, Union)
Backcountry vibes without the haul, 6–7ish miles of piney ridges, glassy shoreline, and real-deal Last Green Valley quiet. Start at 298 Bigelow Hollow Rd, grab the kiosk map (you’ll stitch the route), spotty cell - download ahead; dogs leashed.

🔭Sky report: This Sunday (9/21) Saturn’s throwing its yearly glow-up. Up at sunset, peaking around midnight over Windham, bright and steady in Pisces.
Even a basic scope will pop the rings (nearly edge-on this year). Backyard show > streaming.

Vernon | Cub Scout Rockets | 6:30-7:45pm - If you have a K-5th grade age child and are interested in getting them involved in Scouts, swing by the Rockville Fish & Game Club (47 Fish and Game Rd).

Tolland | Intro To Sourdough | 6pm $ - Tolland Red & White (46 Tolland Grn) is holding a beginner-friendly intro to everything sourdough. Be forewarned, these classes sell out quick. Tix

Coventry | Layer Out of the Dead | 6:30pm $ - Learn about how funeral practices have advanced in the last 250 years at the Nathan Hale Homestead (2299 South St).

Somers | Co-Ed Cornhole League | 6-8pm $ - Prove you’ve got what it takes to call yourself the best cornholer in the area, with a cornhole league at Worthington Vineyards (359 Mountain Rd). Tix

LIVE MUSIC

⬢ Jorgensen - Storrs | Jorge Luis Pacheco | 7:30pm $

Coventry | Teens Build PCs | 4-5pm - Booth & Dimock Memorial Library (1134 Main St) is giving a chance for kids in grades 6-12 to help budget, design, and build brand new PCs for the Teen Center. Trust me, your kids will think it’s cooler than you do. Register

Somers | 5K Running/Walking Series | 5:30-6:15pm - Race through the beautiful grounds of Worthington Vineyards (359 Mountain Rd) with this free 5K series. Sign Up

Stafford Springs | Henna Night | 6-8pm $ - Grab a temporary tattoo and a pint of hard cider at Stafford Cidery (68 Main St).

Storrs | Art Encounters | 12:30-1:30pm - William Benton Museum of Art is holding a two-part workshop on exploring their new exhibition: Encounters with the Collection: Exploring America at 250. Sign Up

Tolland | Musical Theatre Dance | 6:30pm $ - Shakeup Makeup (45 Industrial Park Rd W) is asking you to bring your jazz hands to a special musical theatre dance class. Tix

LIVE MUSIC

⬢ Rocking Horse - Vernon | Bright Line | 9pm $
⬢ Tolland Arts Center - Tolland | Bill Dempsey | 7pm $20

Coventry | Arts on Main | 11am-3pm - The Town of Coventry and the Coventry Arts Guild are providing a fun day of vendors, food trucks, live music, art exhibits, kids activities, and more. I’ve seen the list of stuff they have going on, it looks like it’ll be a ton of fun!

Ellington | Wovens & Wearables | 9am-12pm - This weekend’s Ellington Farmers Market (72 Maple St) is focused on all things knit/upcycled/cozy/sustainable.

Ellington | Open House | 11am-1pm - American Karate (175 West Rd) is holding an open house to celebrate 20 years in business. Student demos, a free mini class, instructor demos, and a raffle.

Ellington | Car Show & RV Swap Meet | 9am-5pm - Enjoy live music, grab some food truck grub, and browse around at vehicles people are looking to sell. If you’re looking to get rid of your boat, camper, or RV, email [email protected] for a spot at the meet. (171 West Rd).

Ellington | Family Fun at Kloter | 11am-3pm - Kloter Farms (216 West Rd) is offering family fun days to celebrate 45 years of business. Train rides, snacks, and more.

Hebron | Colonial Day | 10am-4pm - Country Carpenters (326 Gilead St) is giving you a glimpse into life in colonial New England, Walk through the blacksmith shop, schoolhouse, woodworking shop, and a whole lot more. Tons to do and see!

Hebron | America’s 250th Planning | 10:30am - The Town Center Project is meeting at Douglas Library (22 Main St) to start planning for the year-long celebration next year! Bring some ideas and a good attitude.

Mansfield | The Universe of Mosses | 1-3pm - Mansfield Public Library (54 Warrenville Rd) is giving you a chance to learn all about the unique world of mosses (they’re actually fascinating).

Stafford Springs | Farmers Market | 10am-12pm - Make the drive to the Sun Valley Beach Club (51 Old Springfield Rd) for the Stafford Farmers Market.

Stafford Springs | Harvest Hat Bar | 6-8pm $ - I had no idea such a thing existed, but create a custom rancher-style hat for that perfect fall feel at Stafford Cidery (68 Main St). Tix

Storrs | Farmers Market | 3-5pm - Stop by the Storrs Farmers Market (4 S Eagleville Rd) for produce, meats, baked goods, and more.

LIVE MUSIC

⬢ Bidwell Tavern - Coventry | Gene Donaldson and the Stingrays | 8:30-11:30pm
⬢ The Packing House - Willington | Frank Viele | 7:30-10pm $
⬢ Casey’s Cafe - Ellington | Chris Marolda | 6:30pm
⬢ Four Seasons By The Lake - Stafford Springs | Murphy’s Law | 7-10:30pm

Bolton | Chef’s Tasting | 12-2pm $ - A Villa Louisa (60 Villa Louisa Rd) is holding a chef’s tasting, if you’re interested, give them a call at (860) 646-3161.

Columbia | Moor Charity School Open House | 1-3pm - Learn all about the history of rural education in the school founded for Native Americans by Eleazer Wheelock. Located on Columbia’s Town Green.

Mansfield | Grist Mill Tours | 1-5pm - Get your Gurleyville Grist Mill (Stone Mill Rd) on, with a guided tour, provided by the fantastic Joshua’s Trust.

Storrs | Iron Squirrel Challenge | 10am-6pm $ - The Adventure Park at Storrs (2007 Storrs Rd) is challenging all those who think they can tackle all the courses in one day. A special prize pack will be given out for those who accomplish it. Use code IRON20 at checkout to save $20. Tix

Vernon | Dog Adoption Event | 12-3pm - Pack Leaders Rescue is holding an adoption event at Scranton Cadillac GMC (777 Talcottville Rd). Not sure what adopting a dog has to do with cars, but I’ll always promote trying to find pups homes.

Vernon | Renaissance in Pastel | 2-4pm - Arts Center East (709 Hartford Tpke) is holding their pastel reception and awards. Go check out the best of the best!

Vernon | Sunday Fun-Day | 10am-2pm - Strong Family Farm (274 West St) wants you to bring the family down to meet Snickers (a mini-horse!), do some fall crafts, taste some local apples, play a little Bingo, and have an all-around great day.

LIVE MUSIC

⬢ Four Seasons By The Lake - Stafford Springs | Hatfield | 2-6pm
⬢ Mill Pond Country Store - Stafford Springs | Ali Kat Acoustic | 2-4pm

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