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COMMUNITY AND NEIGHBORHOOD EVENTS
Hartford Public Library, Downtown Branch, 3rd Floor, 500 Main Street
Free
The newest mural designed and created by young residents of the Sheldon/Charter Oak Neighborhood will be unveiled and the artists recognized. Meet and congratulate these budding artists and admire their work.
St. Monica’s Episcopal Center, 41 Mather Street (one block west of Main Street)
Free
Need a job, but finding it difficult due to prior substance abuse or incarceration? Meet with folks from A Better Way Foundation to apply for jobs and internships, enroll in job training programs, learn about educational and volunteer opportunities, talk with representatives from an ex-offender advocacy group, and/or attend a legal aid workshop for ex-offenders.
For more information, contact Lorenzo Jones, 270-9586 or Lorenzo.jones@abwf-ct.org or visit www.abwf-ct.org.
Pump House Gallery, Southeast corner of Bushnell Park
$10 for one evening; $20 for three evenings
Irish music and an exhibit of artist Dan Sinetti’s whale art.
The Old State House, Main Street
Free
“Alive with History!” Visit the “new” Old State House. Tour the magnificently-restored historic rooms, experience the interactive audio tour, visit the immersive Education Center, see the exciting new exhibition, enjoy music, crafts, theater, and more.
Academy of the Performing Arts, Learning Corridor, corner of Retreat Avenue and Washington Street.
Adults: $10 in advance, $15 at the door. Children: Free
The goal of this eco-friendly event is to support humanitarian causes through music and dance and to inspire peace lovers worldwide to unite people from all nations in a day of celebration and harmony. Earthdance is being celebrated in other cities across the world. The day begins with a Prayer for Peace and continues with family-friendly activities, film showings, and performances. From 6 to 8 PM, join in the community drum and dance circle (no experience or training necessary). Live performances and music from 8 PM to midnight.
Tickets may be purchased at the Academy Box Office (757-6388) or at the Alchemy Juice Bar, 203 New Britain Avenue (Mon-Sat 9-9, Sunday 11-6)
Uptown Flava, 3155 Main Street
Free
Presented by Art Connection Plus of Hartford and Art Concept of Atlanta Georgia
Bringing neighborhoods and communities together. Over 300 paintings along with other Afrocentric items. Artists such as john Holyfield, Poncho Brown, Frank Morrison, Charles Bibbs, Paul Goodnight, and WAK. Family and kid-friendly activities
** Looking for vendors of all types to set up outside. Cost is $50.00 per booth. For more information, please call Stella Butler Cranford @ 860 -247-2318 or 860-250-3161 or Lynn Ford @ 860-539-2166. Event supported by Northeast NRZ, Imagineers LLC, Neighborhood Services, and neighborhood businesses
Hartford Public Library, Downtown Branch, 500 Main Street, 3rd Floor
Free
Each of us can make an impact in our community by getting involved in neighborhood groups, serving on City boards and commissions, informing ourselves, expressing opinions about important issues, and voting on election day. Come learn more about how to make an impact. Hear from community leaders on this important topic and take part in role-playing by the HartBeat Ensemble.
International Park, at intersection of Main Street and Albany Avenue
Free
Sponsored by the Clay Hill Improvement Association, Inc.
Celebrating Hartford’s abundance of international citizens seeking to build their lives and the community. Help us welcome our new neighbors! Food, games, family-friendly activities. Featuring, in concert, People of Goodwill and other performing artists.
** Looking for merchandise, food, or information vendors. $50 per booth. Call Darryl Perry or Mohammad Ahmed at 522-4888 X7450 or X7451.
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