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At Home In CT 10-18-26

2026/10/18

Kristen Gauvin, President of Boxes to Boots talks about this year's event, Operation Cares 2026, will again be held at New Britain High School, 110 Mill Street New Britain CT, 06051. The event date is November 14, 2026 starting at 9:00 a.m, the event will run until 2:00 p.m.

Face CT 10-18-26

2026/10/18

Gov. Ned Lamont is closing in on the final few weeks of his re-election campaign, addressing issues involving cost-of-living, education, and party politics.

Face CT 10-11-26

2026/10/12

Woodstock Republican State Senator Jeff Gordon addresses cascading controversies within the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities system.

At Home In CT 10-4-26

2026/10/04

Kris Dargenio, OO-Chair of the 2026 Plainville pumpkin festival talks with us this morning. We highlight the 11th Annual Plainville Pumpkin Festival! Taking place on Saturday, October 17th, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM in downtown Plainville, this beloved family-friendly community tradition features over 20 food vendors, live music from local band Audacity, bounce houses, and a trick-or-treat friendly atmosphere. Kids can enjoy a 4:00 PM magic show and a 5:00 PM costume parade, while brave visitors can venture through the free haunted house hosted by the Masonic Lodge. Don't miss the impressive 100+ carved pumpkin tower display or the Police Department's educational regional burn trailer demo at 6:30 PM. With free shuttle buses running continuously from Plainville High School, it’s an effortless and festive evening out that has raised over $95,000 for local community organizations and charities over the past decade. Visit plainvillepumpkinfest.org for full details!

At Home In CT 9-27-26

2026/09/27

Daniel Peszynski (Owner/President) of Paul and Sandy's Too. This years Pumpkintown USA is open and running through the end of October with new puzzles and the hayride has returned.

Face CT 9-20-26

2026/09/21

Connecticut Association of School Superintendents Executive Director Fran Rabinowicz offers superintendents' perspectives on issues facing the 2026-2027 school year.

At Home In CT 9-20-216

2026/09/20

So many fairs and so many good eats, The Big E returns and so does our friend Chaz, "The Creampuff Guy". But how do you eat a cream puff? But don't worry, if the Big E is not your cup of tEa. There are many other fairs in the state. Check our CTAGfairs.org but hurry time is running out.

At Home In CT 9-13-26

2026/09/13

A brand-new East Hartford tradition is about to take flight! Marot Connor Martin talks about this great event and other events in the future. In partnership with the Connecticut River Valley Chamber of Commerce, the Town of East Hartford presents its first annual kite festival at Rentschler Field! Featuring food trucks, music, performances, demonstrations, activities, drinks, and so much more!

Face CT 9-13-26

2026/09/13

Connecticut Treasurer Erick Russell gives an update on a number of initiatives from his Office, including the funding of pensions for state employees and teachers.

At Home In CT 9-6-26

2026/09/06

Gerri Griswold, White Memorial Conservation Center Director of Administration and Development talks with us about their upcoming events. Including the big event, White Memorial's 44th Annual Family Nature Day September 26th, 2026. All the information can be found at https://whitememorialcc.org under What's Happening.

Face CT 9-6-26

2026/09/06

Connecticut Education Association President Kate Dias gives an update in time for back-to-school for the 2026-2027 academic year.

At Home In CT 8-30-26

2026/08/30

This week we return from vacation. So things got t a little medieval Heidi talked this week with Suzanne Sacks known as Lady Pretensia Knobble from the CT Renaissance faire. Running now through October 25th 2026. Lebanon Country Fairgrounds 122 Mack Road Lebanon, CT.

Face CT 8-23-26

2026/08/24

Dr. Amy Fogelstrom-Chai, the Republican running in Connecticut's First Congressional District, delivers an updat on her campaign, after Luke Bronin's primary upset over 14-term incumbent Congressman John Larson earlier this month.

At Home In CT 8-23-26

2026/08/23

Bryce Hardy, President of the Old Wethersfield Shopkeepers Association talks about The 7th Annual Old Wethersfield PorchFest took place on Saturday, August 29, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM along Main Street in Wethersfield

Face CT 8-16-26

2026/08/17

Luke Bronin displaces 14-term incumbent John Larson in Connecticut's First Congressional District. The democrat discusses the upset victory, opposition, and path to the November 3, 2026 General Election.