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A Journey To A Windswept Island In Goodwin State Forest
The Hartford CourantMaybe it's because I read "Treasure Island" too many times as a kid. Or maybe it was the islands of grass -- known as "witches heads" -- we would hop across as kids to get to the other side of the swamp. Whatever the reason, I love islands. Whether I...Tags: Manchester, Transportation, Forestry and Timber, Lakes and Ponds, Politics
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TEST New Storrs Center Showcases Smart Growth
The Hartford CourantThe University of Connecticut was placed in an ideal spot for its original 19th-century purpose, an agricultural school. But as it evolved into a multi-faceted research university, the location became something of a challenge. There wasn't much decent...Tags: University of Connecticut Health Center, Geno Auriemma, Storrs, Blue Back Square, Education
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Portland Still A Gap In State's Air Line Trail
The Hartford CourantSigh. That's pretty much my reaction each time I pass portions of the abandoned Air Line Railroad as it twists and turns from the rusting iron swing bridge across the Connecticut River through Portland and into the Cobalt section of East Hampton....Tags: Manchester, New Haven (New Haven, Connecticut), New York City, Transportation, Halloween
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Dog Lane Cafe Opens In Storrs
The owners of 85 Main in Putnam and Vanilla Bean Café in Pomfret have opened Dog Lane Café at 1 Dog Lane, Storrs. It's described as a "European/American cafe" with seasonal, local and fresh ingredients. The menu features breakfast items, sandwiches,...
Tags: Lifestyle and Leisure, Storrs, Dining and Drinking, Restaurants
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$2 million Audubon center being built in Pomfret
As we walked through the deep grass of a former dairy farm, the sound of bulldozers echoed across the fields and woods in the heart of the 700-acre Baffin Sanctuary. "It's bizarre to hear heavy machinery out here," said Sarah Heminway, director of the...Tags: Manchester, Heavy Engineering, Ecosystems, Forestry and Timber, Conservation
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Movie Review: Lord of the Dance 3D
Frankly My Dear - Orlando SentinelThat fast-footed freak of nature Michael Flatley has a few more taps, stomps, poses and costume changes left in the tank. But now in his 50s, it's high time he committed the dance phenomenon that he launched to film, preserving the work of his army of... -
'Flower Power: A Retro Art Exhibition' At Celebrations In Pomfret
Celebrations Gallery & Shoppes, 330 Pomfret St. in Pomfret, presents “Flower Power: A Retro Art Exhibition,” of artworks made of recycled materials, from Friday, May 17, when it will open with a reception from 5 to 8 p.m., and closing on...
Tags: Arts, Arts and Culture
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Under Armour All-American Game: Armwood's Leon McQuay III picks tonight
People have been waiting a long time to find out where Leon McQuay III will be going to college and the wait will finally end tonight at the Under Armour All-American Game at St. Petersburg's Tropicana Field. McQuay, the 6-foot-2, 184-pound standout...
Tags: ESPN (tv network), Weaponry, Under Armour Inc., Saint Petersberg (Russia), Brooklyn (New York City)
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'Small Works: Artful Treasures' At Celebrations In Pomfret
Celebrations Gallery and Shoppes, at 330 Pomfret St. (Route 169) in Pomfret Center, presents “Small Works: Artful Treasures,” an exhibition and sale, from Saturday, Nov. 10, opening with a reception from 4 to 7 p.m., and ending on Sunday, Jan....
Tags: Arts, Arts and Culture
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READER SUBMITTED: SS&C SummerWind Performing Arts Center Roars Back For Summer 2013
WindsorSS&C SummerWind Performing Arts Center is back this summer with nine weekends of musical talent in a relaxed outdoor setting that's family and budget friendly. This year's lineup will feature rock, blues, country, jazz, American and patriotic music by...Tags: Entertainment, Windsor (Hartford, Connecticut), U.S. Coast Guard, Fine Artists, Concerts
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An Art Show Made From Recycled and Repurposed Materials, at Celebrations Gallery in Pomfret
Recycled/repurposed materials are the thing at Flower Power, featuring artwork by 12 regional artists, (including Katie Samuelson, whose chair and table are pictured above). You'll see some weird stuff: an antique Victrola made into a cartoon-viewing...
Tags: Arts, Arts and Culture
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Connecticut Audubon Center At Glastonbury's Annual Art For Nature's Sake Event This Weekend
The Connecticut Audubon Center at Glastonbury's annual "Art For Nature's Sake" art show and sale will be held this weekend. The free show will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the center located at 1361 Main St. The show will include...
Tags: Mystic Seaport, Marlborough, Arts and Culture, Science and Technology, Artists
May 17, 2013
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Nov 9, 2012
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May 15, 2013
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May 13, 2013
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May 13, 2013
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