Music:
Jo Dee Messina takes the stage in Foxwood’s Great Cedar Showroom Saturday 8pm. Tickets are $74-$133. www.foxwoods.com
Events:
There are a number of Juneteenth Celebrations today… here are a few. Join the Human Relations Commission and Windsor Historical Society for an afternoon of joy, culture, and community starting at 4 PM. Enjoy family-friendly crafts, engaging story readings, lively performances, and delicious food from a fantastic local food truck. Come celebrate freedom, history, and togetherness with friends and neighbors! At 7 PM, remember the past with our annual Juneteenth firelight reading. This year we will read Lemuel Haynes' 1776 essay, "Liberty Further Extended". Born in West Hartford in 1753, Haynes was America's first Black ordained minister. In this response to the Declaration of Independence, Haynes argues against slavery, calls out the hypocrisy of American's war for "independence," and advocates for a better, freer future. Admission free. Windsor Historical Society, 96 Palisado Ave. OR Join Parkville Market, 1400 Park St, Hartford for a Juneteenth Celebration honoring freedom, culture, and community through music, movement, and the arts today. Kick off the night with a special performance by Hartford’s Proud Drill, Drum, and Dance Corp on the Patio at 5PM! Then keep the vibes going with beats by DJ B-EZ from 7PM–10PM! AND The Town of Torrington remembers and honors with an 11 am - Flag raising ceremony at City Hall auditorium, 140 Main Street, Torrington, CT, with music, guest speakers, drumming, singing, and flag-raising. 1:30 pm - Celebration at Trinity Episcopal Church, 220 Prospect Street, Torrington, CT, with more music, speakers, and light refreshments served.
Catch the WNBA in the Nutmeg State! The Toronto Tempo come to Mohegan Sun Arena to battle the CT Sun tonight at 7:30pm. www.mohegansun.com
Saturday at 7pm at Dillon Stadium in Hartford, watch the Athletic battle the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC and celebrate Dillon's Birthday Bash! www.hartfordsthletic.com
The Manchester Lion Club is gearing up for its 17th annual Duck Race Fundraiser to be held on Saturday at Charter Oak Park at 50 Charter Oak St. in Manchester, Conn. At 2 p.m., hundreds of rubber ducks will be released to race down Birch Mountain Brook through the park. The family-friendly event will be held rain or shine. Tickets are $5 apiece for one or more ducks, and ducks can be purchased now in advance AND on site on race day. Cash prizes will be awarded for the first five ducks to cross the finish line: $1,000 for the first-place winning duck; $500 for second place; $250 for third place; $150 for fourth place; and $100 for fifth place. Duck ticketholders do not need to be present at the event to win. www.manchesterlionsclub.org
Come meet the animals at the Riley Farm Rescue, 13 Barstow Rd, Glastonbury Saturday 1-3pm. You are also asked to donate cat or dog food, unwanted clothing, towels, bedding and Tractor Supply gift cards to care for these wonderful animals. www.therileyfarmrescue.org
Enjoy an Evening with Jon Stewart at the Bushnell tonight at 7 and 9:30pm. Very Limited Tickets left! www.bushnell.org or 860-987-5900
The CT Ballet has two performances at the Bushnell Saturday – at 2pm enjoy a Family Matinee and at 7:30pm it’s Giselle. 860-987-5900 or www.bushnell.org
Put on your dancing shoes because Crazy For You, the multiple Tony Award®-winning musical comedy is tapping its way onto the Goodspeed stage. When Broadway hopeful Bobby Child is sent to Nevada to foreclose on an abandoned theatre, he hatches a plan to save the town and get the girl—by putting on a show! Featuring glorious Gershwin melodis including “I Got Rhythm,” “Embraceable You,” and “Someone To Watch Over Me,” it’s a spectacular celebration of classic song-and-dance musicals. Performances June 19 - August 16. www.goodspeed.org or 860-873-8668.
City Stage Company presents Jagged Little Pill, the powerful Broadway musical inspired by the music of Alanis Morissette. The production explores timely and important themes including mental health, identity, addiction, family dynamics, and connection through an unforgettable contemporary score and story. Ends Saturday at Crosby High School, 300 Pierpont Rd, Waterbury. www.thecyt.com
Hartford Stage and Theaterworks present Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street ! Set in the shadows of 19th-century London, this dark tale of vengeance and obsession cuts deep with a razor-sharp score and unforgettable theatrical flair. Performances through July 5th. Tickets are $30. www.hartfordstage.org
The Southington Drive-In season continues with The Princess Bride Saturday! Gates open at 6pm. Movie begins 30 minutes after dark. $20 per car load. Walk ins $5 (chairs welcome!) CASH ONLY! Listen to the film on 89.9FM
Lake Compounce and Crocodile Cover are open weekends in Bristol and celebrates its historic 180th year. This weekend kicks off its largest Kids Fest celebration ever this weekend, transforming every Saturday and Sunday in June into a family-focused event featuring beloved children's characters, live entertainment, themed treats, and interactive experiences—all included with park admission. This weekend meet Daniel Tiger and Katerina Kittycat from Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood. Guests can also enjoy an all-new interactive magic show, balloon artistry, and the park's newly opened water park. From an all-new All-American Summer celebration with fireworks, drone shows and more, to park-wide guest experience enhancements, chef-inspired dining options and events every month, there’s never been a better time to visit. www.lakecompounce.com
The Town of Cromwell Farmers Market takes place Friday evenings from 4–7pm at Riverport Park, now through September 4. The beautiful Riverport Park is conveniently located on the Connecticut River at the junction of Route 9. In addition to farm-fresh vegetables, locally sourced products, and artisans, there are food trucks, vendors and live music. Look for special events and guest appearances throughout the summer. For more information, please contact the Cromwell Recreation Department at recreation@cromwellct.gov or call 860-632-3467.
Sunday is Flea Market Day with the Newington Kiwanis Flea Market on Market Square in Newington! Shop for bargains every Sunday opening at 8:00!
The Wallingford Garden Market runs every Saturday from 10am to 1pm at Doolittle Park Wallingford. 3 Farmers - About 35 Vendors! Be sure to stop by for your produce, drinks, crafts and so much more!
Get ready to zip, climb and fly through the trees at The Adventure Park at Storrs, 2007 Storrs Road. Tickets are $47. Open Friday 3-8pm, Saturday 10am-8pm and Sunday 10am-6pm. www.myadventurepark.com
Take a ride on the Bushnell Park Carousel open for the season Fridays 1–8PM, Saturdays & Sundays Noon to 5PM.
Farmington Miniature Golf and Ice Cream Parlor is open for their 35th season at 1048 Farmington Ave, Route 4! Family fun with a beautifully maintained course and the best ice cream around! A round is $9 before 6pm and $11 after.
Thanks to our friends at Kidtivity for this list of local FIREWORKS!
