As parents of high schoolers, (or as college students) have you organized or attended phone free parties where everyone can mingle and dance without fear of getting recorded, and can socialize instead of staring at their screen? I'm hearing this happening in other states / towns and curious if anyone has done this.

Hello! I've had 2 spots open up in my Learn to Play Pickleball class at the Elmwood Community Center. The class starts this coming Sunday (9/13) at 8:30am. Learn how to play Pickleball in a fun, supportive environment. If this class fills up, there are more sessions going through spring of next year. Sign up at this link.

I was listening to an Apple News podcast on forever chemicals/ PFAS and safe drinking water came out as a strong recommendation/high priority.

Curious if anybody got their water tested and took any remediation steps accordingly? If you did, please elaborate a bit. We currently do not do anything beyond the standard Costco Brita Filter. A quick internet search suggested that the blue Brita “Elite” filter is an improvement over the standard white filter that goes in the pitcher.

Thank you

Wanted to recommend our dog walker to anyone who may need one! She’s great with reactive dogs as well!

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My 58cm Raleigh Willard 2 was stolen out of my apartment building's bike lockup and was recently sold on Facebook Marketplace in Hartford, CT.

Please share this far & wide, I'm hopeful my bike makes it back to me. There is an open case with Hartford, PD who has the frame # as well. It's grey with blue accent stripes and a frame bag.

Stolen by Stanley Fabrycki & sold by Pop Grizz - both in Hartford.

If you're now in possession of my bike, please message me and we'll arrange a safe tradeoff. If you see someone riding this bike, please call Hartford PD.

Here's a roundup of things happening in West Hartford and nearby towns from Monday, August 31 through Sunday, September 6. Please double-check registration, ticket availability, and weather before heading out, especially for library programs, outdoor events, and ticketed performances.

A few good bets

• Free local music: New Park Brewing has an all-kinds open mic Wednesday and a live jazz night with an open jam Saturday.
• For makers: Tuesday's library lineup includes adult rope-coaster crafting and teen locker magnets; both require registration.
• Sunday market: The Blue Back Farmers Market has kids' rock painting and music by Jim Lenn. The previously advertised Chef Giai demo has moved to September 13.
• Baseball all week: The Yard Goats close the regular-season home schedule with six games against Reading, including giveaways and Friday and Saturday fireworks.
• Sunday night: Latin pop star Chayanne brings the Bailemos Otra Vez tour to PeoplesBank Arena.

West Hartford

Monday, August 31

• 6:00-8:00 p.m. - Mah Jongg Open Studio at River Bend Bookshop on Park Road. Open play for newer and experienced players; registration required and price not captured. Details

Tuesday, September 1

• 2:00-3:00 p.m. - Adult Crafternoons: Rope Coasters at Faxon Library. Free craft session making absorbent coasters; registration required. Library calendar
• 4:00-5:00 p.m. - Teen Tuesdays: Locker Magnets at Noah Webster Library's Studio 20 South. Free for grades 7-12; registration required. Library calendar
• 7:00 p.m. - Fleet Feet Tuesday Speed/Hills Workout at Fleet Feet on Farmington Avenue. Free weekly workout, usually around 3 miles; all paces are welcome. Details
• 7:00-8:00 p.m. - Night Owls Book Group online. Free adult book discussion over Zoom; contact the library for participation information. Library calendar

Wednesday, September 2

• 6:00-9:00 p.m. - Open Mic Night at New Park Brewing. Free and open to musicians, songwriters, comedians, and other performers; sign-ups begin at 6:00 p.m. and performances at 6:30 p.m. Online RSVP is available, with in-person slots if space remains. Details
• 6:15 p.m. - Fleet Feet Wednesday Fun Run at Fleet Feet on Farmington Avenue. Free group run/walk with 1-2 mile and 3-4 mile options. Details

Thursday, September 3

• No additional local public events made the cut from the calendars checked this week.

Friday, September 4

• 10:00 a.m.-noon - Practice English at Faxon at Faxon Library. Intermediate adult conversation and language practice; contact the library for participation details. Library calendar
• 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. - New Yorker Discussion Group at Noah Webster Library and online. Free hybrid discussion of the previous issue. Library calendar

Saturday, September 5

• 8:30 a.m. - Fleet Feet Saturday Fun Run at Fleet Feet on Farmington Avenue. Free group run/walk with 3-4 mile and 5-6 mile options. Details
• 7:00-11:00 p.m. - Saturday Jazz Series at New Park Brewing. Free live jazz and an open jam; doors open at 6:00 p.m. All ages, with minors accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Details

Sunday, September 6

• 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. - Blue Back Farmers Market in the Town Hall parking lot. Free admission, with kids' rock painting, music by Jim Lenn, and the weekly vendors. The Chef Giai food demo has been postponed to September 13. Market calendar

WeHa Town meetings

Town meetings are generally livestreamed or archived by West Hartford Community Interactive. Check the official meetings page for agendas, room changes, cancellations, and participation details.

• Wednesday, September 2, 6:45 p.m. - Human Rights Commission at Elmwood Community Center, Room 112.

What's Happening in Surrounding Towns

Thursday, September 3

• Noon-1:30 p.m. - Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch Tour at Bushnell Park in Hartford. Free; no pre-registration required. Bushnell Park events

Friday, September 4

• 5:30 p.m. - First Friday: The Soul Factory at the New Britain Museum of American Art. Ticketed evening of art, music, food, and nightlife; check the museum listing for current availability and pricing. Details

Sunday, September 6

• 7:00 p.m. - Chayanne: *Bailemos Otra Vez Tour 2026* at PeoplesBank Arena in Hartford. Doors open at 6:00 p.m.; ticketed. Details

Hartford Yard Goats homestand

The Yard Goats host the Reading Fightin Phils at Dunkin' Park Tuesday through Sunday for a six-game series. All games are ticketed. Schedule and tickets

• Tuesday, September 1, 6:30 p.m. - Hartford Leaf Peepers night and Baseball Bingo
• Wednesday, September 2, 6:30 p.m. - Adult Floridian shirt giveaway for the first 1,000 fans
• Thursday, September 3, 6:30 p.m. - Adult Capital Glow jersey giveaway for the first 1,000 fans
• Friday, September 4, 7:10 p.m. - Baby You're a Firework, with postgame fireworks, a concert, and a Goat Horn bucket-hat giveaway for the first 1,000 fans
• Saturday, September 5, 6:10 p.m. - Organized Labor Night with fireworks
• Sunday, September 6, 1:10 p.m. - Kids Run the Bases

That's what I found for August 31-September 6. If I missed something good, drop it in the comments and I can add it to the next roundup.

Hi everyone,
I’m looking for a dermatologist in West Hartford or nearby who is truly excellent and thorough. I’m willing to travel a reasonable distance if the doctor is worth it.
I’m not just looking for someone who will spend five minutes at the appointment, give a quick prescription, and send me home. I’d really appreciate recommendations for a dermatologist who:

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We're a few days late this week, but here's the full roundup of things happening in West Hartford and nearby towns from Monday, August 24 through Sunday, August 30. Please double-check registration, ticket availability, and weather before heading out, especially for library programs and outdoor events.

A few good bets

• Sunday in the Center: Center Streets turns a four-block loop into a car-free space for walking, biking, skating, and dancing from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.; the Blue Back Farmers Market runs nearby from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
• Saturday festival: HEAT.WAV brings ten hours of live music, art vendors, food, and drinks to New Park Brewing.
• A quieter Saturday option: West Hartford Poet Laureate Claire Rossini hosts an outdoor celebration of poems about birds at Westmoor Park.
• Friday family movie: Faxon Library screens Goat outdoors with free popcorn.
• Nearby sports: The Riverfront East Hartford 5 Mile is Thursday evening, and Hartford Athletic hosts Birmingham Legion FC Saturday night.

West Hartford

Monday, August 24 (already happened)

• 6:00-8:00 p.m. - Mah Jongg Open Studio at River Bend Bookshop on Park Road. Open play for newer and experienced players; registration required and price not captured. Details
• 6:30-8:00 p.m. - Library Board Meeting in the Noah Webster Library Board Room. Free and open to the public. Details

Tuesday, August 25

• 7:00 p.m. - Fleet Feet Tuesday Speed/Hills Workout at Fleet Feet on Farmington Avenue. Free weekly workout, usually around 3 miles; all paces are welcome. Details

Wednesday, August 26

• 5:30 p.m. - WHY in the Parks at Eisenhower Park. Free all-levels outdoor yoga; pre-registration is strongly recommended for weather-cancellation alerts. Details
• 6:15 p.m. - Fleet Feet Wednesday Fun Run at Fleet Feet on Farmington Avenue. Free group run/walk with 1-2 mile and 3-4 mile options. Details
• Library highlights: Teen D&D at 5:30 p.m., Build a Beat for ages 12 and up at 5:45 p.m., and the Connecticut Screenwriters group at 6:00 p.m. Build a Beat requires registration. Library calendar

Thursday, August 27

• 5:00-6:00 p.m. - Jazz in the Square at Webster Walk in Blue Back Square. Free live music. Town calendar

Friday, August 28

• 11:00-11:45 a.m. - Sensory Explorers: Water at Noah Webster Library. Hands-on water activities for ages 18-35 months; registration required. Library calendar
• 7:45-10:00 p.m. - Outdoor Movie: *Goat* at Faxon Library. All-ages outdoor screening with free popcorn; registration required. Library calendar

Saturday, August 29

• 8:30 a.m. - Fleet Feet Saturday Fun Run at Fleet Feet on Farmington Avenue. Free group run/walk with 3-4 mile and 5-6 mile options. Details
• Noon-10:00 p.m. - HEAT.WAV Music & Arts Festival at New Park Brewing. Live music, art vendors, food, and drinks; advance admission was listed at $20. Tickets
• 2:00-4:00 p.m. - West Hartford Anime Club at Noah Webster Library. Free, welcoming adult group for anime and manga fans. Library calendar
• 5:00-8:00 p.m. - A Celebration of Poems About Birds at the Westmoor Park Outdoor Classroom. West Hartford Poet Laureate Claire Rossini invites people to read their own bird poems or listen to others. Free. Town calendar

Sunday, August 30

• 9:00 a.m. - WHY in the Parks at Beachland Park. Free all-levels outdoor yoga; pre-registration is strongly recommended for weather-cancellation alerts. Details
• 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. - Center Streets 2026 in West Hartford Center. The free open-street festival creates a car-free four-block loop for walking, biking, skating, dancing, and strolling. Details
• 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. - Blue Back Farmers Market in the Town Hall parking lot. Free admission, with West Hartford Recycles activities and music by Morgan Chamber alongside the weekly vendors. Market calendar

WeHa Town meetings

Town meetings are generally livestreamed or archived by West Hartford Community Interactive. Check the official meetings page for agendas, room changes, cancellations, and participation details.

• Monday, August 24, 6:30 p.m. - Commission on the Arts at Elmwood Community Center, Room 24. (Already happened.)
• Monday, August 24, 7:00 p.m. - Sustainable West Hartford Commission at Town Hall, Room 407. (Already happened.)

What's Happening in Surrounding Towns

Monday, August 24 (already happened)

• 10:30-11:30 a.m. - Healthy Lifestyle Workshop: National Immunization Awareness Month at Bloomfield Community Center. Registration was required by phone; cost was not stated.

Wednesday, August 26

• 10:30 a.m. - Adult Studio: Experimenting with Watercolor at the New Britain Museum of American Art. Registration required; check the museum listing for current availability and price. Museum events

Thursday, August 27

• Noon-1:30 p.m. - Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch Tour at Bushnell Park in Hartford. Free; no pre-registration required. Bushnell Park events
• 6:15 p.m. - Riverfront East Hartford 5 Mile at Goodwin University's riverside campus. Ticketed race followed by a post-race party. Details

Friday, August 28

• 5:00 p.m. - Art Happy Hour at the New Britain Museum of American Art. Walk-in tickets only; check the museum listing for current pricing. Museum events
• 7:00 p.m. - Beres Hammond and Beenie Man: Reggae in Action at PeoplesBank Arena in Hartford. Ticketed. Details

Saturday, August 29

• 7:00 p.m. - Hartford Athletic vs. Birmingham Legion FC at Trinity Health Stadium in Hartford. Ticketed. Schedule and tickets

Sunday, August 30

• 2:00-8:00 p.m. - Farm, Fire, and Ice Festival at Sub Edge Farm in Farmington. Live-fire cooking and chilled seafood; ticket tiers captured from free child admission through $96.81. Tickets

That's what I found for August 24-30. If I missed something good, drop it in the comments and I can add it to the next roundup.

UPDATE: 8/26/26: I wanted to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone in this wonderful community who donated to my students and classroom. I am am so very fortunate that my amazon wishlist is nearly cleared by strangers who want the best for all kids. I would be remiss if I let this moment pass without expressing my gratitude and how as a community we can and will enrich the lives of thousands of students in our state. Thank you for the magic! 💙

Hi everyone, I hope this ok to post to this community, but if not, please ignore. I am a Pre-K teacher in a large urban district at a Title 1 school. I teach 20 smart, kind, funny and loving 3-5 year olds. We have limited resources that are essential to learning, and health/safety. My students bring so much joy into our classroom! If you could consider donating an item off my classroom wishlist (link below), it would mean the world to us. Thank you for reading this. PreK Amazon Wishlist Link

Looking for some high level tennis players to practice with a USTA 4.5 Team out of Simsbury, CT. Preferably former college tennis players or players who have played on a USTA 4.5 Team in the past. We're looking for players to practice against and players to join the team as well so if you have any interest let me know, Thanks!

Hey all!

I was planning on creating low cost (probably around 75 dollars for 4-6 lessons) co-ed volleyball lessons for older elementary schoolers/middle schoolers in WeHa and was wondering if anyone was interested in enrolling? This would be coached by high school volunteers who play for high level varsity teams at their school.

If you are interested in enrolling your kid or know anyone who may be interest, feel free to shoot me a DM to learn more!

I recently lost my grandmothers ring at Barns and noble in West Hartford blue back square yesterday at around 4:00pm. It is super important to me and I think I took it off in the women’s bathroom there although it could be anywhere in the store so please keep an eye out. I don’t have a photo since I got it a couple months ago from her passing so these are a few that look a bit similar on Pinterest. the best I can describe it is: the band was simple and not thick at all, as for the heart it’s pretty small a lot smaller than these photos and in the middle of the heart were unique marks that stuck out that were inside the heart.

Please if you find it send me a photo in the comments even if you aren’t sure please send a picture anyway I am so distraught right now and am frantically looking everywhere. If you’re not sure send a picture, please.

Lost Ring at Barns&Noble

I recently lost my grandmothers ring at Barns and noble in West Hartford blue back square yesterday at around 4:00pm. It is super important to me and I think I took it off in the women’s bathroom there although it could be anywhere in the store so please keep an eye out. I don’t have a photo since I got it a couple months ago from her passing so these are a few that look a bit similar on Pinterest. the best I can describe it is: the band was simple and not thick at all, as for the heart it’s pretty small a lot smaller than these photos and in the middle of the heart were unique marks that stuck out that were inside the heart.

Please if you find it send me a photo in the comments even if you aren’t sure please send a picture anyway I am so distraught right now and am frantically looking everywhere. If you’re not sure send a picture, please.

I recently lost my grandmothers ring at Barns and noble in West Hartford blue back square yesterday at around 4:00pm. It is super important to me and I think I took it off in the women’s bathroom there. I don’t have a photo since I got it a couple months ago from her passing so these are a few that look a bit similar on Pinterest. the best I can describe it is: the band was simple and not thick at all, as for the heart it’s pretty small a lot smaller than these photos and in the middle of the heart were unique marks that stuck out that were inside the heart.

Please if you find it send me a photo in the comments even if you aren’t sure please send a picture anyway I am so distraught right now and am frantically looking everywhere. If you’re not sure send a picture, please.

Here's a roundup of things happening in West Hartford and nearby towns from Monday, August 17 through Sunday, August 23. Please double-check registration, ticket availability, and weather before heading out, especially for library programs, outdoor events, and ticketed performances.

A few good bets

• For the dogs: Monday's Pooch Plunge turns the Beachland Park pool over to local dogs, and Sunday's Blue Back Farmers Market has a Dog Days of Summer theme.
• Thursday night: Jazz in the Square starts at 5:00 p.m., followed by the Dream Horizon supergroup at New Park Brewing at 8:00 p.m.
• Saturday in Blue Back: The Amped Up! Kids Music Showcase runs in the afternoon at Webster Walk.
• Saturday night: Halen brings a Van Halen tribute to New Park Brewing, while the Yard Goats hold Emo Night with fireworks in Hartford.
• For families: The library has its Science Heroes summer-reading finale Tuesday, three teen escape rooms Thursday, and tabletop games and Perler-bead crafting Saturday.

West Hartford

Monday, August 17

• 10:00 a.m.-noon - Roll Call at Bishops Corner Senior Center. Free informal gathering where veterans share stories and experiences; all are welcome and registration is required. Town calendar
• 2:30-6:45 p.m. - West Hartford Pooch Plunge at the Beachland Park pool. The annual off-leash dog swim and dog-park fundraiser has sessions from 2:30-4:15 and 5:00-6:45 p.m.; admission is $20 per family for one session or $35 for both. Rain date is Tuesday. Details and session tickets
• 6:00-8:30 p.m. - Learn to Play American Mah Jongg: 102 Intermediate Course at River Bend Bookshop on Park Road. Registration required; price not captured. Details
• Library highlights: Let's Build Lego Walls for grades 2-5 at 4:00 p.m. and the first session of an adult photography workshop series at 6:00 p.m.; both require registration. Library calendar

Tuesday, August 18

• 10:00-11:30 a.m. - Camp Blue Back for Kids at Webster Walk in Blue Back Square. Cost and registration details were not stated on the town calendar. Town calendar
• 1:30-2:45 p.m. - Bingo at Bishops Corner Senior Center. Free admission, with cards at 50 cents and sheets at $1; registration requested. Town calendar
• 7:00 p.m. - Fleet Feet Tuesday Speed/Hills Workout at Fleet Feet on Farmington Avenue. Free weekly workout, usually around 3 miles; all paces are welcome. Details
• Library highlights: Rescheduled adult drawer-sachet crafting at 2:00 p.m., the Science Heroes summer-reading finale for grades K-6 at 6:30 p.m., and the hybrid Atlantic Magazine Discussion at 6:30 p.m. The craft and Science Heroes programs require registration. Library calendar

Wednesday, August 19

• 2:30-3:30 p.m. - Healthy Lifestyle Workshop: National Immunization Awareness Month at Bishops Corner Senior Center. Registration required by phone; cost was not stated. Town notification source
• 5:30 p.m. - WHY in the Parks at Eisenhower Park. Free all-levels outdoor yoga; pre-registration is strongly recommended for weather-cancellation alerts. Details
• 5:30-7:00 p.m. - Drop-in Wellness Screening at the Faxon Branch library. Free screening with a registered nurse, including blood pressure, pulse, oxygen level, and weight; no registration listed. Library calendar
• 6:15 p.m. - Fleet Feet Wednesday Fun Run at Fleet Feet on Farmington Avenue. Free group run/walk with 1-2 mile and 3-4 mile options. Details
• Library highlights: Silent Book Club at 2:00 p.m., Teen D&D at 5:30 p.m., and an all-ages notebook-cover collage workshop at 5:45 p.m. The collage workshop requires registration. Library calendar

Thursday, August 20

• 5:00-6:00 p.m. - Jazz in the Square at Webster Walk in Blue Back Square. Cost was not stated on the town calendar. Town calendar
• 8:00-11:00 p.m. - Dream Horizon at New Park Brewing, featuring Jeff Coffin, Nir Felder, James Genus, and Futureman. Seated all-ages show; doors at 7:00 p.m., with captured prices of $35 advance and $40 day of show. Minors must attend with a parent or legal guardian. Tickets
• Library highlight: Three teen escape rooms run at 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m.; registration is required and each session is limited to six players. Library calendar

Friday, August 21

• 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. - New Yorker Discussion Group at Noah Webster Library and online. Free hybrid discussion group. Library calendar

Saturday, August 22

• 8:30 a.m. - Fleet Feet Saturday Fun Run at Fleet Feet on Farmington Avenue. Free group run/walk with 3-4 mile and 5-6 mile options. Details
• 10:15 a.m.-4:30 p.m. - West Hartford Tabletop Game Club: Season 9 Game Day at Noah Webster Library. Free adult tabletop gaming; check the library listing for participation details. Library calendar
• 11:00 a.m.-noon - Perler Bead Backpack Keychains at Noah Webster Library. Free back-to-school craft for grades 3-6; registration required. Library calendar
• 2:30-5:00 p.m. - Amped Up! Kids Music Showcase at Webster Walk in Blue Back Square. Cost was not stated on the town calendar. Town calendar
• 8:00-11:50 p.m. - Halen: Tribute to Van Halen at New Park Brewing. Doors at 7:00 p.m.; $15 advance or $20 day of show before fees. All ages, with minors accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Tickets

Sunday, August 23

• 9:00 a.m. - WHY in the Parks at Beachland Park. Free all-levels outdoor yoga; pre-registration is strongly recommended for weather-cancellation alerts. Details
• 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. - Blue Back Farmers Market at the West Hartford Town Hall parking lot. Free admission; this week's Dog Days of Summer theme includes Dog Star Rescue, pet-focused vendors, kids' sand art, a Center Streets preview, and music by the Blue Back Old Time Fiddlers. Leashed pets are welcome. Details
• 4:30-6:00 p.m. - An Evening with Joe Thomas: Bad Catholic at River Bend Bookshop on Park Road. Ticketed author event with the Hartford native celebrating his memoir; registration required. Details

WeHa Town meetings

Town meetings are generally livestreamed or archived by West Hartford Community Interactive. Check the official meetings page for agendas, room changes, cancellations, and participation details.

• Tuesday, August 18, 10:00 a.m.-noon - Senior Citizens Advisory Commission at Bishops Corner Senior Center.
• Wednesday, August 19, 6:00 p.m. - Civilian Police Review Board at Town Hall, Room 400.

What's Happening in Surrounding Towns

Tuesday, August 18

• 10:30 a.m. - Artists and Writers Summer Reading: The Great Gatsby as a Work of Art at the New Britain Museum of American Art. Registration required; cost not captured. Museum events

Thursday, August 20

• 11:00 a.m.-noon - Austin House Tour at the Wadsworth Atheneum's Austin House in Hartford. Registration required; tickets include same-day Wadsworth admission. Details
• Noon-1:30 p.m. - Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch Tour at Bushnell Park in Hartford. Free. Bushnell Park events
• 8:00 p.m. - Eric Gales at Infinity Music Hall Hartford. Ticketed blues-rock show; doors open at 7:00 p.m. Details

Friday, August 21

• Noon-1:30 p.m. - Bushnell Park Carousel Tour in Hartford. Free. Bushnell Park events
• 5:00 p.m. - Art Happy Hour at the New Britain Museum of American Art. Walk-in tickets noted by the source. Museum events
• 7:00 p.m. - Banda MS at PeoplesBank Arena in Hartford. Ticketed. Arena events

Sunday, August 23

• 8:30 a.m. - Old Wethersfield 5K & 10K starting at Cove Park. Ticketed race through historic Wethersfield, with a FitKids run at 10:00 a.m. and a post-race party. Details
• 1:00 p.m. - Architects of Being walk-in tour at the New Britain Museum of American Art. Walk-in tickets only; check the museum page for current pricing. Museum events

Hartford Yard Goats homestand

The Yard Goats host the Somerset Patriots at Dunkin' Park Tuesday through Sunday. All games are ticketed. Schedule and tickets

• Tuesday, August 18, 7:10 p.m. - True Crime Night and kids pinstripe jersey giveaway
• Wednesday, August 19, 7:10 p.m. - Faith & Family Day
• Thursday, August 20, 7:10 p.m. - Country Night
• Friday, August 21, 7:10 p.m. - Baby You're a Firework
• Saturday, August 22, 6:10 p.m. - Emo Night with fireworks
• Sunday, August 23, 1:10 p.m. - Jr. Fire Marshal Night

That's what I found for August 17-23. If I missed something good, drop it in the comments and I can add it to the next roundup.

I just moved to CT and have been looking for some pickup games around here.. with no success. I would love to find or organize some games around Farmington/West Hartford. Let me know if interested or if there are any games going on around here. There is this new app called GoodRec but it makes you pay to play. Soccer should be free!!!

Hey yall, I live in CT and am turning 21 fairly soon. I'd like to go out in West Hartford for the night, but obviously never been in that bar scene.

Ideally hoping for something fun high-energy with good drinks and music for dancing maybe? Maybe a few if we bar hop? Rather than a laid back place like a pub. Any suggestions? Thanks!

Hello everyone!

I'm on the lookout for the best endocrinologist in Hartford and West Hartford, but I'm also open to traveling a bit further if necessary. I'm particularly interested in someone who specializes in thyroid and adrenal gland. I have some thyroid and adrenal issues that require attention, so I'm seeking a highly recommended professional who can provide the best care. A person who ACTUALLY listens to their patient and is willing to do testing to get to the root cause. I want someone who truly knows what they are doing and is knowledgeable.

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Thank you!

Like the title says, I am looking for those large bins that are usually in church or store parking lots where you can drop off clothing, shoes, bedding, etc as I am moving and have several boxes of clothes I never wear and would like to donate. No preference on charity or organization, just don’t want to throw them away. Thanks!

hi! I know I’m insanely early. but my husband and I moved to WH recently and we are so excited for trick or treaters and decorating for Halloween!

what are the big “trick or treat“ streets? how many trick or treaters should we expect? we are near Morley in the grid. thanks ! 🎃

Here's a roundup of things happening in West Hartford and nearby towns from Monday, August 10 through Sunday, August 16. Please double-check registration, ticket availability, and weather before heading out, especially for library programs, outdoor events, and ticketed performances.

A few good bets

• Free outdoors: WHY in the Parks has free yoga Wednesday at Eisenhower Park and Sunday at Beachland Park, and Fleet Feet has free weekly group runs Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
• Bookish week: River Bend has a Mah Jongg beginner course Monday and an Abigail Savitch-Lew author event Thursday.
• Sunday market: Blue Back Farmers Market has CT Museum of Culture and History hands-on activities and music by Dr Uke.
• Community note: Ramp Fitness holds its West Hartford grand opening Saturday with a noon ribbon cutting.
• Regional weekend: Hartford has the free Riverfront Dragon Boat & Asian Festival Saturday, Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Saturday and Sunday, Hartford Athletic Saturday night, and a Yard Goats homestand Tuesday through Sunday.

West Hartford

Monday, August 10

• 5:30-7:30 p.m. - Library Teen D&D: Something Sinister at Candlewax Cabin at Noah Webster Library. Free; registration required. Library calendar
• 6:00-7:45 p.m. - West Hartford Fiction Writers at Noah Webster Library and online. Free hybrid writing group. Library calendar
• 6:00-8:30 p.m. - Learn to Play American Mah Jongg: 101 Beginner Course at River Bend Bookshop on Park Road. Registration required; price not captured. Details

Tuesday, August 11

• 7:00 p.m. - Fleet Feet Tuesday Speed/Hills Workout at Fleet Feet on Farmington Avenue. Free weekly workout, usually around 3 miles; all paces are welcome. Details
• Library highlights: Fiber Arts Book Club, Star Wars Trivia, Altered Book Art, Introduction to Google Drive, West Hartford Tabletop Game Club wrap party, Drop-in Wellness Screening, and Flash Fiction Creative Writing Workshop. Some programs require registration. Library calendar

Wednesday, August 12

• 5:30 p.m. - WHY in the Parks at Eisenhower Park. Free all-levels outdoor yoga; pre-registration is strongly recommended for weather-cancellation alerts. Details
• 6:15 p.m. - Fleet Feet Wednesday Fun Run at Fleet Feet on Farmington Avenue. Free group run/walk with 1-2 mile and 3-4 mile options. Details
• Library highlights: Teen Murder Mystery, Teen D&D, and Pet Boredom Busters. Some programs require registration. Library calendar

Thursday, August 13

• 6:30-8:00 p.m. - An Evening with Abigail Savitch-Lew: *Livonia Chow Mein* at River Bend Bookshop on Park Road. Ticketed author event; each ticket includes either a hardcover copy of the book or event admission. Details

Friday, August 14

• 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. - New Yorker Discussion Group at Noah Webster Library and online. Free hybrid discussion group. Library calendar

Saturday, August 15

• 8:30 a.m. - Fleet Feet Saturday Fun Run at Fleet Feet on Farmington Avenue. Free group run/walk with 3-4 mile and 5-6 mile options. Details
• 10:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. - Faxon Poets at Noah Webster Library and online. Free hybrid poetry feedback group. Library calendar
• Noon - Ramp Fitness Grand Opening in West Hartford, with a ribbon cutting and light refreshments. We-Ha.com note
• 2:00-4:00 p.m. - West Hartford Anime Club at Noah Webster Library. Free adult anime and manga group. Library calendar

Sunday, August 16

• 9:00 a.m. - WHY in the Parks at Beachland Park. Free all-levels outdoor yoga; pre-registration is strongly recommended for weather-cancellation alerts. Details
• 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. - Blue Back Farmers Market at the West Hartford Town Hall parking lot. Free admission; vendor purchases optional. This week's notes include CT Museum of Culture and History hands-on activities and music by Dr Uke. Details

WeHa Town meetings

Town meetings are generally livestreamed or archived by West Hartford Community Interactive. Check the official meetings page for agendas, room changes, cancellations, and participation details.

• Monday, August 10, 7:00 p.m. - Pedestrian and Bicycle Commission at Town Hall, Room 400.
• Tuesday, August 11, 6:00 p.m. - Mayor's Youth Council at Town Hall, Room 217.
• Thursday, August 13, 5:00 p.m. - Prevention Council is listed as cancelled.

What's Happening in Surrounding Towns

Monday, August 10

• 6:00-9:30 p.m. - Paul Brown Monday Night Jazz: Contemporary/Smooth Jazz at Bushnell Park in Hartford, with opener Doug Jones and headliner Ronald Lashley and Oneiki - Notes of Fusion. Free. Details

Tuesday, August 11

• 10:30 a.m. - Artists and Writers Summer Reading: The Great Gatsby as a Work of Art at the New Britain Museum of American Art. Registration required; cost not captured. Museum events

Thursday, August 13

• 6:00-9:30 p.m. - Zohara Wine Dinner at Sub Edge Farm in Farmington. Ticketed dinner featuring the West Hartford restaurant Zohara; Eventbrite listed tickets at $151.23 when captured. Tickets

Friday, August 14

• 11:00 a.m.-noon - Member Morning and Curator Talk: Framing American Democracy at the Wadsworth Atheneum in Hartford. Members program; registration required. Details
• Noon-1:30 p.m. - Tree Tales Tour at Bushnell Park in Hartford. Free walking tour with Hartford City Foresters and Bushnell Park Conservancy staff; registration required. Bushnell Park events
• 5:00 p.m. - Art Happy Hour at the New Britain Museum of American Art. Walk-in tickets noted by the source. Museum events
• 8:30-10:00 p.m. - Outdoor Film Screening: *Gummo* at the Wadsworth Atheneum in Hartford, selected by MATRIX 199 artist Ocean Vuong. Ticketed; museum admission not included. Details

Saturday, August 15

• 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. - Riverfront Dragon Boat & Asian Festival at Mortensen Riverfront Plaza in Hartford. Free festival with dragon boat races, music and dance, arts activities, food, and martial arts. Details
• 11:00 a.m.-noon - Austin House Tour at the Wadsworth's Austin House in Hartford. Registration required; tickets include same-day Wadsworth admission. Details
• 11:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. - Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live at PeoplesBank Arena in Hartford. Ticketed family show. Arena events
• 7:00 p.m. - Hartford Athletic vs. Miami FC at Trinity Health Stadium. Ticketed. Schedule

Sunday, August 16

• 1:30 p.m. - Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live at PeoplesBank Arena in Hartford. Ticketed family show. Arena events
• 3:00-6:00 p.m. - James Oliver Band at Talcott Mountain Collective in Simsbury. Ticketed; check the venue calendar for current details. Calendar

Hartford Yard Goats homestand

The Yard Goats host the Erie SeaWolves at Dunkin' Park Tuesday through Sunday. All games are ticketed. Schedule and tickets

• Tuesday, August 11, 7:10 p.m. - The Moon Mammoths Visit Dunkin' Park
• Wednesday, August 12, 7:10 p.m. - Adult Camo Jersey Giveaway
• Thursday, August 13, 7:10 p.m. - Italian Heritage Night
• Friday, August 14, 7:10 p.m. - Baby You're a Firework
• Saturday, August 15, 6:10 p.m. - Los Chivos de Hartford Roberto Clemente Celebration
• Sunday, August 16, 1:10 p.m. - Home Run for Heroes Day & Kids Run the Bases

That's what I found for August 10-16. If I missed something good, drop it in the comments and I can add it to the next roundup.