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Admission is $15 for Adults, $10 for Seniors and Active Military. Children ten and under are free!\xa0<a href="http://www.woodstockfair.com/">www.woodstockfair.com</a>', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm0fe0602000e01sgktdcv5l9@published'}, {'data': {'text': 'There’s also fun happenings at Lime Rock Park in Lakeville through Monday. It features racing competitions, a vintage car parade and all kinds of fun for the whole family. Plus, on Sunday, nearly 1,000 cars and motorcycles will be on display throughout the park. So, if you’re a car enthusiast or know someone who is, don’t miss out!&nbsp;<a href="http://www.limerock.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.limerock.com</a>', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm0fe4vmj0039357k2cc6esge@published'}, {'data': {'text': 'Or there’s the Goshen Fair happening Saturday and Sunday 8am to 9pm and Monday 8am to 6pm.\xa0 Here you’ll find fun for everyone! Attendees can enjoy lots of entertainment from music to livestock shows. There will also be food, rides, and games.\xa0 Admission is $10.\xa0 Children under 12 are free.\xa0 Senior $5 admission is Saturday only.\xa0 <a href="http://www.goshenfair.org/">www.goshenfair.org</a>', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm0fe4jyu002j357kbrdntti2@published'}, {'data': {'text': 'And check out the inaugural Connecticut River &amp; Roots Festival happening in Windsor on Sunday from Noon to 6pm. The festival brings together roots and folk performers for a day of music, dance, culture, food, crafts, and more.\xa0 The Windsor Town Green will have Headliner Jake Blount, an award-winning interpreter of Black folk music, will join a lineup of other performers on the main stage. Admission is FREE with a suggested donation of $10.\xa0 <a href="https://app.windsorcc.org/calendar/Details/connecticut-river-roots-festival-1182362?sourceTypeId=Hub">https://app.windsorcc.org/calendar/Details/connecticut-river-roots-festival-1182362?sourceTypeId=Hub</a>', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm0fe4jyu002k357k41s020ep@published'}, {'data': {'text': 'The Connecticut Renaissance Faire is on 8 weekends now through October 20^th at the Lebanon Fair Grounds,\xa0 Fire eaters, Birds of Prey, Jousters, Comedy and Theater Troupes, Axe Throwing, Henna Tattoos, and food are just part of the fun! Admission is $16.\xa0 Parking is free, but donations are accepted for local charities.\xa0 Many weekends will be themed including Royal Family and Market this weekend, Pirate and Viking Invasion September 7 &amp; 8, Roses and Romance September 14 &amp; 15, Wizards September 21 &amp; 22, Dragons and Adventure September 28 &amp; 29, All Hallows Costume Weekend October 12 &amp; 14 and the Grand Finale October 19 &amp; 20.\xa0 Opening on Saturdays and Sundays at 10:30am.\xa0 <a href="http://www.ctfaire.com/">www.ctfaire.com</a>', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm0fe4jyv002l357kix3byysx@published'}, {'data': {'text': 'See, Swirl, Sniff, Sip, and Savor Sunflowers &amp; Sunsets! Stroll through the Lyman Orchards Sunflower Maze at sunset and taste wines from three local Connecticut wineries today 5-7pm. The 2024 Hartford Yard Goats Themed Sunflower Maze at Lyman Orchards is approximately 3 acres with 350,000 yellow, red, and orange sunflowers! During your walk amid the sunflowers, you\'ll see butterflies and yellow finches, with the surrounding orchard hills as a beautiful scenic backdrop. Climb atop our 10 ft. viewing platform for the ultimate vistas and group photos. The setting is serene and the scenery is spectacular for this one-of-a-kind sunset experience!\xa0 $38 ticket (must be 21+) includes six, two ounce tastings, and entry into the Lyman Orchards Sunflower Maze.\xa0 <a href="https://lymanorchards.com/wine-maze-2024/">https://lymanorchards.com/wine-maze-2024/</a>', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm0fe4jyv002m357kxz77erwp@published'}, {'data': {'text': 'Looking for laughs?\xa0 Rob Schneider from SNL, Grown-Ups, 50 First Dates and more comes to the Funny Bone, 194 Buckland Hills Drive in Manchester for two performances Friday at 7 &amp; 9:30pm.\xa0 Tickets $48-$85.\xa0 <a href="http://www.foxwoods.com/">Www.foxwoods.com</a>', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm0fe4jyv002n357ky3cxw3nx@published'}, {'data': {'text': 'The Southington Drive-In Theater presents Grease this Saturday on the big screen!\xa0 Gates open at 6pm.\xa0 Movie begins 30 minutes after sunset.\xa0 $20 per car, $5 per individual.\xa0 CASH ONLY.\xa0 <a href="http://www.southingtondrive-in.org/">www.southingtondrive-in.org</a>', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm0fe4jyv002o357k0xzph24g@published'}, {'data': {'text': 'Catch the Yard Goats at Dunkin Park for a Princess and Pirates game Friday at 7p and don’t miss the final fireworks night Saturday following the 6pm game. <a href="http://www.yardgoatsbaseball.com/">www.yardgoatsbaseball.com</a>', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm0fe4jyv002p357k1ylh699n@published'}, {'data': {'text': 'Women’s Basketball is back Sunday 1pm as the CT Sun battle the Seattle Storm at Mohegan Sun Arena.\xa0 <a href="http://www.mohegansun.com/">www.mohegansun.com</a>', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm0fe4jyv002q357ko57aydbv@published'}, {'data': {'text': 'White Rabbit Theatre is opening a new show &quot;Heathers&quot; at Cheney Hall beginning today \xa0through September 8^th at Cheney Hall, 177 Hartford Rd., Manchester.\xa0 Tickets: $30 for Adults, $26 for Seniors 65+,\xa0 $22 for Kids 13 and under.\xa0 *There will be NO ticket refunds given. Tickets may be bought at <a href="https://www.cheneyhall.org/buy-tickets">https://www.cheneyhall.org/buy-tickets</a> , from a cast member, or by emailing adam.tortorello@gmail.com. *A portion of the content may be deemed unsuitable for minors. Viewer discretion advised.', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm0fe4jyv002r357k18lasj8i@published'}, {'data': {'text': 'Lake Compounce will host its first-ever drone show offering a dazzling display of more than 300 drones coming together to create unique designs highlighting beloved park staples. The drones will take the sky above the lake on Saturday and Sunday just after 8pm. The theme park and water park will be open all weekend long with the last chance for guests to splash in Crocodile Cove this Saturday – Monday from 11am–6pm! \xa0\xa0<a href="http://www.lakecompounce.com/">www.LakeCompounce.com</a>', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm0fe4jyv002s357kbo7h0h3g@published'}, {'data': {'text': 'Six Flags New England is open!\xa0 <a href="http://www.sixflags.com/newengland">www.sixflags.com/newengland</a>', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm0fe4jyv002t357kysx23wos@published'}, {'data': {'text': 'Bring the littles to Quassy Amusement Park.\xa0 <a href="https://www.quassy.com/">https://www.quassy.com/</a>', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm0fe4jyv002u357kbhirut9x@published'}, {'data': {'text': 'The Adventure Park at Storrs is open!\xa0 Tickets are now available for general admission, groups and birthday parties. Tickets for the Park’s activities are available on the Park’s website, <a href="http://www.myadventurepark.com/SAP">www.myAdventurePark.com/SAP</a>', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm0fe4jyv002v357khr0xfsfl@published'}, {'data': {'text': 'Climb aboard the 1914 Stein and Goldstein Bushnell Carousel in Bushnell Park Saturdays and Sundays Noon to 5pm.\xa0 Rides are $2.', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm0fe4jyv002w357ki81g6vj3@published'}, {'data': {'text': 'Farmington Miniature Golf and Ice Cream Parlor on Route 4 in Farmington is open for the season daily (weather permitting) Golf: 10am to 9:30pm.\xa0 Ice Cream Parlor: 10:30am to 10pm.', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm0fe4jyv002x357k2c7melfn@published'}, {'data': {'text': '<strong>Farmer’s Markets:</strong>', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm0fe4jyv002y357kmjczjg3r@published'}, {'data': {'text': 'Cromwell every Friday at 4pm through September 6th.\xa0 Local vendors, food trucks and fun.\xa0 Riverport Park, 1 River Road.\xa0 Parking off Main St (look for the event parking signs)', '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm0fe4jyv002z357kt8el4oxo@published'}, {'data': {'text': "Ellington host their Farmer’s Markets Saturdays 9am to noon through October.\xa0 72 Maple St.\xa0\xa0 Start your day with a delicious breakfast from a food truck, then grab a chair and relax to the sounds of free live music. Kids of all ages are invited to join in the fun with our weekly themes and family-friendly activities. With over 40 vendors offering a bounty of CT Grown produce, meat, dairy, and eggs, as well as locally caught seafood, fresh baked goods, and a diverse array of prepared foods, there's something to delight every palate.", '_version': 2, 'componentVariation': 'paragraph'}, 'original_ref': 'www.audacy.com/_components/paragraph/instances/cm0fe4jyv0030357k0mhsg1yc@published'}, {'data': {'text': 'Saturday is Wallingford Garden Market day at Doolittle Park, 78 S Main St, Wallingford 10a – 1p!\xa0 Shop Local with many local vendors including Anna’s Lemonade! 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