Cirque du Soleil is in town this month! // Photo: Errisson Lawrence Costumes: Kym Barrett © 2015 Cirque du Soleil
Cirque du Soleil is in town March 15-19! // Photo: Errisson Lawrence Costumes: Kym Barrett © 2015 Cirque du Soleil

 

March 1

  • Connecticut Poetry Circuit Student Reading: Magge Nigro, Jonathan Esty, Kelia Ingraham, Ian Mentus, and Yao Ong of Trinity College, Yale University, University of Hartford, Central Connecticut State University, and Wesleyan University, respectively, will be honored at this reading. 4:30 p.m. at Trinity College in the Admissions and Career Development Center‘s Grand Room. Free and open to the public.
  • Butch Lewis Community Conversation: Join Jamal Joseph at the Hartford Public Library for a screening and discussion of 13TH, a film exploring the history of mass incarceration in the United States. Refreshments at 5:30 p.m.; program begins at 5:45. This is free and open to the public, but registration is requested.
  • Get HYPEd: This monthly casual networking event for young professionals will be held at Sidewalk Cafe (236 South Street). This is a free event. No registration required. Bring business cards! This spot is a five-minute walk from the bus stop on Franklin Avenue.
  • How to Start Your Own Small Business: Start to put your ideas into action! The University of Hartford’s Entrepreneurial Center offers a number of free workshops throughout the year, all of which are open to the general public. You do have to register. This session is from 6-8:30 p.m. at the Entrepreneurial Center (1265 Asylum Avenue).
  • Lovewhip at The Half Door (270 Sisson Ave.), 9:30 p.m. $2 at the door. $21+ only (unless accompanied by parent/guardian).

March 2

  • Tech Savvy Conference: The fourth annual conference, hosted by the Connecticut Chapter of American Association of University Women, will take place at Trinity College, 8:30 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. The conference is open to girls in grades 6-9 who want to explore careers in science, technology, math and engineering. Teachers and parents may also attend. There will be presentations and hands-on workshops. $5 registration.
  • How to Start Your Own Small Business: Start to put your ideas into action! The University of Hartford’s Entrepreneurial Center offers a number of free workshops throughout the year, all of which are open to the general public. You do have to register. This session is from 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Entrepreneurial Center (1265 Asylum Avenue).
  • Free tax support for taxpayers with incomes up to $54,000 from VITA volunteers at Community Renewal Team(555 Windsor Street), 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Show up with your tax documents.
  • The Trouble Begins at 5:30 — The Mark Twain House & Museum (351 Farmington Ave) is hosting Benjamin Railton’s lecture “Twain as Public Intellectual: Laughs, Limits, and Lessons.” Reception at 5; lecture at 5:30 p.m. Free, but reserve your seat.
  • Sweet Bean: Enjoy the Izakaya pop-up sake bar (4-7 p.m) at the Wadsworth Atheneum before this film screens at 7 p.m. Of the film, they say: “The introverted manager/baker at a pancake stall meets an eccentric but sympathetic 76 year-old woman looking for work. A taste of her homemade bean jelly convinces him to hire her, which leads to a friendship with both the woman and a lonely schoolgirl.” $9 regular admission.
  • The Man Behind the Curtain: Steve Bannon, Fascism in America, and Where We Go From Here — at 7 p.m. Professor Christopher Vials will be giving a talk on this subject. They say: “The white nationalist Steve Bannon is an unprecedented figure in mainstream presidential politics, but he didn’t come out of nowhere. Professor Vials will take a look at Bannon within the long history of fascist movements in the United States, while also examining the current status of antifascist currents in this country.” Discussion follows. This is at Charter Oak Cultural Center (21 Charter Oak Avenue). Free.
  • Disintegration Loops III: This is in the Austin Arts Center at Trinity College, 7:30 p.m. They say: “Exploring the relationship between memory and living, Disintegration Loops III is the journey of a collective of people trapped in a scientific experiment to reshape history. They work to reenact past moments of catastrophe and joy in a desperate attempt to capture time, regain lives, and create a future full of hope and love.“

March 3

  • Live music at Sarah’s Coffee House (257 Asylum St.) by SLOOF, Meatball Submachine Gun, Blunt Corner, and Skinny Lethal. Free. 6-10 p.m.
  • Last chance to view Fellowship at The Gallery at Constitution Plaza (1 Constitution Plaza, second floor).
  • Disintegration Loops III: This is in the Austin Arts Center at Trinity College, 7:30 p.m. They say: “Exploring the relationship between memory and living, Disintegration Loops III is the journey of a collective of people trapped in a scientific experiment to reshape history. They work to reenact past moments of catastrophe and joy in a desperate attempt to capture time, regain lives, and create a future full of hope and love.“

March 4

  • Free First Saturday at Connecticut Historical Society: Free admission to all museum galleries at CHS (1 Elizabeth Street), 9-5 today.
  • Hartford Decide$: Meet in Council Chambers at City Hall, 12-1:30 p.m., to get “a glimpse at project proposals that are in the running to be on the Hartford Decide$ ballot. Voting will occur during the last week of March. Join us to support change in Hartford!” Lunch, childcare, translation services, and bus passes will be provided at no cost.
  • Encounters: Bill of Rights — Members of the public are invited to read and discuss the Bill of Rights at the Hartford History Center inside of Hartford Public Library. 12-2 p.m. This is free and open to the public. Lunch will be served. RSVP by calling 860-695-6367 or by emailing jeagosto@hplct.org
  • Opening Reception for “Nothing to Hide? Art, Surveillance, and Privacy” at Real Art Ways (56 Arbor Street). They call this an “exhibition of visual art, public art, film, performance, interactivity, public discussions, and spoken word, exploring the prevalence of surveillance and its impact on the way we lead our lives.” Real Art Ways says: “Mass government surveillance and corporate data collection have become the new normal. We hear that individual privacy must be sacrificed in the interests of national security and that ‘If you’ve got nothing to hide, you’ve got nothing to fear.’ But has increased surveillance made us safer, or are we, in fact, more vulnerable in other ways? Is privacy only about hiding bad things? Might privacy be a matter of principle: that personal information isn’t anyone else’s business, that citizens have the right ‘to be let alone,’ as the U.S. Supreme Court declared more than a century ago?” The public reception, 5-7 p.m., is free.
  • Reception for Steven Holmes‘ photography at EBK Gallery (218 Pearl St.), 6-8:30 p.m. Free.
  • Disintegration Loops III: This is in the Austin Arts Center at Trinity College, 7:30 p.m. They say: “Exploring the relationship between memory and living, Disintegration Loops III is the journey of a collective of people trapped in a scientific experiment to reshape history. They work to reenact past moments of catastrophe and joy in a desperate attempt to capture time, regain lives, and create a future full of hope and love.“
  • In the Name of As-salamu Alaykum: HartBeat Ensemble’s Youth Play Institute will be performing this play at 7:30 p.m. in the Carriage House Theater (360 Farmington Ave). They say: “The play’s title incorporates the Arabic phrase as-salamu alaykum, a common greeting among Muslims that means “Peace be upon you.” The YPI play follows the life of a Muslim teen affected by the travel ban and a reporter who questions the way Muslims are portrayed in the media.” Tickets are $5.

March 5

  • Sweet Bean: Wadsworth Atheneum screens this film at 2 p.m. They say: “The introverted manager/baker at a pancake stall meets an eccentric but sympathetic 76 year-old woman looking for work. A taste of her homemade bean jelly convinces him to hire her, which leads to a friendship with both the woman and a lonely schoolgirl.” $9 regular admission.
  • In the Name of As-salamu Alaykum: HartBeat Ensemble’s Youth Play Institute will be performing this play at 7:30 p.m. in the Carriage House Theater (360 Farmington Ave). They say: “The play’s title incorporates the Arabic phrase as-salamu alaykum, a common greeting among Muslims that means “Peace be upon you.” The YPI play follows the life of a Muslim teen affected by the travel ban and a reporter who questions the way Muslims are portrayed in the media.” Tickets are $5.
  • The Baby Grand Jazz series continues at the Hartford Public Library today with Atla and Matt DeChamplain’s Tribute to Ella Fitzgerald. The free performance begins at 3 p.m.
  • Sunday Salons — Games Night: MakeHartford (30 Arbor St.) hosts a monthly games night, 6-8 p.m. Free.
  • Rhiannon Giddens & Dirk Powell Duo: Show starts at 7:30 at Infinity (32 Front St.). Tickets range $34-64.

March 6

  • Zumba is free for Hartford residents every Monday at the Pope Park Rec Center, 6-7 p.m.
  • Listen to the Hartford Jazz Orchestra perform at Arch Street Tavern, 8 p.m. No cover.

March 7

March 8

  • A Day Without a Woman: Hey ladies! Wear red in solidarity, avoid shopping (except for at women- and minority-owned businesses), and take the day off from paid and unpaid labor.
  • Women’s Day at the Capitol: Intersectional Feminism Revisited — Kimberly Norwood will give a keynote presentation on the topic of intersectionality. There will be a panel presentation from Chandra Bozelko, Ana Maria Rivera-Forastieri, and Arvia Walker. Coffee and networking begins at 9:30; event wraps up around 2. This is free but registration is requested and participants should expect to arrive early to get a seat. The main event will be in the Old Judiciary Room of the Connecticut State Capitol.
  • Bartholomew Avenue Streetscape Public Workshop: Learn about the Parkville TOD Stormwater Infrastructure & Streetscape Improvements Project (a $3.6 million infrastructure initiative) by attending a meeting of the Parkville NRZ. Expect workstations and roundtable discussions. The goal is for construction on this project to begin in Spring 2018. This will be in the Parkville Senior Center (11 New Park Avenue). 6 p.m.
  • Green Drinks: Know Your Constitutional Rights — Come to Piolin Fusion Bar (395 Franklin Ave.), from 6-9 p.m. for networking and an informative talk. They say: “Do you know what your rights are when you are at a protest? If you are stopped by the police? If you are recording them? The ACLU has put together a few, easy-to-use resources that could come in handy the next time you need quick access to information about your constitutional rights. Tejas Bhatt, a public defender, has collaborated with the ACLU of CT to bring this informative presentation to groups throughout the state.” The presentation begins around 7 p.m. Free, but donations are welcome.

March 9

March 10

  • Ice Bike/Walk/Bus to Work: Meet at Sarah’s Coffee House (257 Asylum St.), 7-9 a.m. for what they call “an informal monthly meetup for winter walkers, bike riders, and transit users – carpool and vanpool too. We meet the 2nd Fridays of the month for breakfast, coffee, and camaraderie. New friends and old. Show up when it’s convenient for you. Invite others that might be ready to try something new or extend their sustainable transportation season.”
  • Read It and Sleep: “Ada Twist, Scientist!” — Free storytime for kids at Charter Oak Cultural Center (21 Charter Oak Avenue), 7-9 p.m.
  • Parsonfield: Performing at Infinity (32 Front St.), 8:30 p.m. Tickets: $17-44.

March 11

  • Second Saturdays: Warrior Women! — this family-centered event at Wadsworth Atheneum is free. They say: “Celebrate Women’s History Month and learn about powerful women in art and history. Create a warrior accessory to wear to the St. Patrick’s Day Parade.” 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. for free admission and activities; you can remain in the museum beyond 1 p.m.
  • Greater Hartford St. Patrick’s Day Parade: The annual parade starts at 11 a.m. on Capitol Avenue by the Connecticut State Capitol, turns north on Main Street, then on to Asylum, Ford, and ending at the Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Arch.
  • 2-for-1 Films: A Geisha & The Sea is Watching — This is part of The Lure of Japan film series at the Wadsworth Atheneum. $9 regular admission. 2 p.m.
  • Art Music Motion: The Procreate (Pro+Cre8) Artist Group will be creating live art. Children’s hours: 4-6 p.m. Event continues until 10 p.m. This is at The 224 (224 Farmington Ave.). $10 admission.

March 12

  • Film 101: Duck Soup — They say: “Arguably the Marx Brothers’ funniest film, this comedy masterpiece contains several famous scenes, including the hilarious mirror sequence. A wealthy widow offers financial aid to the bankrupt country of Freedonia on condition that Rufus T. Firefly be made leader. But his chaotic, inept regime bumbles into war with neighboring Sylvania.” Dialogue with Ian Ally-Seals, Cinema Coordinator at Real Art Ways, following the film. 11 a.m. $11. Real Art Ways (56 Arbor St).
  • We March On– Hartford County Forum: from 1-4 p.m. in Mather Hall at Trinity College. They say: “The purpose of this forum is to connect civic-minded individuals intent on fighting for progress at the local, state, and national level with organizations already hard at work around those causes. So, whether you’re concerned about reproductive rights, climate change, equal pay, civil liberties, criminal justice reform, this forum will aim to provide you with a direct connection to individuals and groups already working around those issues.”
  • Memoirs of a Geisha: This film at the Wadsworth Atheneum is part of its The Lure of Japan series. They say: “A woman reveals how she transcended her fishing-village roots and became one of Japan’s most celebrated geisha.” $9 regular admission. 2 p.m.
  • The Amanda Monaco Three perform at 3 p.m. as part of the Baby Grand Jazz series at the Hartford Public Library. This is free. Doors open at 1 p.m.

March 13

  • Homeschool Day at Connecticut Historical Society: 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at CHS (1 Elizabeth Street).  They say: “ programs specifically designed for homeschool families. These events give families the opportunity to enjoy engaging, educational workshops, tour our galleries, and connect with other homeschool families. Short workshops around a variety of topics are taught throughout the day. Families may sign up for as many or as few classes as they like, and workshops appropriate for different ages are available at each session. Workshops are hands-on and participatory, and many include a take-home element.” Each workshop is $5. See site for full registration details.
  • Zumba is free for Hartford residents every Monday at the Pope Park Rec Center, 6-7 p.m.
  • Listen to the Hartford Jazz Orchestra perform at Arch Street Tavern, 8 p.m. No cover.

March 14

March 15

  • Ag Day at the Capitol: Exhibits throughout the Connecticut State Capitol will show off the state’s agriculture. 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
  • BF 106: Vegetable Production with Jude Boucher — a free training for beginning farmers at KNOX (75 Laurel St.). They say: “This course will focus on the basics for soil testing and soil health, cover crops, choosing crops to grow, field preparation, season extension, an equipment wish list, marketing, weed management options, diagnostics for plant problems, disease management, insect management and pesticide application. We will cover some annual pest problems for several common vegetable crops.” 5-8 p.m. Email charlotte.ross@uconn.edu to RSVP.
  • Community Food Security Awards — They say: “Hartford Advisory Commission on Food Policy recognizes members of the Hartford community for their outstanding work in improving food security, sustainability, and local food.” Refreshments provided at 5:30 p.m.; program begins at 6 and is scheduled to end around 7:30. This is in the Hartford History Center at Hartford Public Library.
  • Moonlight: This is part of the Shaping Social Change film series at Wadsworth Atheneum, presented in partnership with The Mark Twain House & Museum, Harriet Beecher Stowe Center, and The Amistad Center for Art & Culture. They say: “chronicles the life of a young black man from childhood to adulthood as he struggles to find his place in the world while growing up in a rough Miami neighborhood.” Talk at 6:30 p.m.; film at 7 p.m. $9 regular admission.

March 16

  • Finding Connection and Hope in a World Divided: Free event ($5 suggested donation) at Toivo Center (399 Franklin Ave.) from 6:30-8:30 p.m. They say: “This night is for all people who are working to raise the vibration of the planet and are wrestling with the mixture anxiety, anger, hope and fear that the current chaotic environment is fostering. From the political environment, to the management of our natural resources, the changes that we are experiencing can leave us feeling overwhelmed as we try to work through heavy emotions on our own. We are opening up a night of healing to create a safe place for sharing, community and an exploration of feelings and healing. Kelvin Young and Natalie Griffin will share ideas and stories from shamanic cultures to help us gain new perspective and find the gifts and connections available in these times. After some sharing, Kelvin and Natalie will offer sound healing with shamanic healing which will help you release the heavy emotions from your body and find harmony allowing you to return to your natural higher vibration. Energy healing can produce temperature changes in the body so wear comfortable cozy layers. The world needs us now to rise above the chaos and come together. Let it begin with us.”
  • HYPEr Active: Latin Dancing 101 — So, this event is not in Hartford, but we have a soft spot for the venue and it is very easy to get to by riding CTfastrak (Elmwood Station). This is an intro-level for salsa, merengue, and bachata . . . all experience levels welcome! Rey Bermudez will be leading this at Sudor Taino Group Fitness Studio (635 New Park Ave., West Hartford). 7-9 p.m. $15 for HYPE members; $25 for non-members. Registration required. Water and snacks provided.
  • Supermen: A Play by Adam Esquenazi Douglas — This is a staged reading of the play at Charter Oak Cultural Center (21 Charter Oak Avenue), 7-10 p.m. They say: “World War II. Cleveland, Ohio. Two young, Jewish comic book creators, Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, create Superman and change the world forever. But few know the real, bloody story behind the birth of the Man of Steel and the tragedy he created for these two artists for generations to come. SUPERMEN tells the secret origin of the world’s first, great superhero, and the heroes and villains who created him.” Free, but register.

March 17

Stacey McKenzie speaks at Trinity on March 23, 2017
Stacey McKenzie speaks at Trinity College on March 23, 2017
  • Enjoy the sights and scents of Spring in Elizabeth Park’s Spring Greenhouse Show. The display will include French hyacinths, muscari, tulips, daffodils, pansies, amaryllis, lemon geranium and Spanish oregano. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Free.
  • Kizomba Hartford & Fine Art: OAngola Kizomba Dance ShowSocial — at Passages Gallery (509 Farmington Avenue), 7-11 p.m. All ages. It’s either $10 or $15 at the door. Event details are not clear. BYOB.

March 18

  • Enjoy the sights and scents of Spring in Elizabeth Park’s Spring Greenhouse Show. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Free.
  • 2-for-1 Films: Sisters of the Gion & The Life of Oharu — this is part of The Lure of Japan film series at Wadsworth Atheneum. The first film screens at 2 p.m. $9 regular admission.
  • What’s Your Problem? — They say that this is a “live advice show at Sea Tea Improv’s underground comedy theater for curious people with a sense of humor. […] Write down your problem anonymously, put it in the big box, and host Chion Wolf will help you figure it all out with her panel of unqualified yet enthusiastic, thoughtful humans – including a random volunteer from the audience! At the end, we’ll welcome advice from the crowd. Very mature children are invited, and immature adults appreciated. Profanity likely.” Tickets are around $12. This is at Sea Tea Comedy Theater (15 Asylum St.), 7-8:30 p.m.
  • Music by Selfish John and The Lightweights at Hanging Hills Brewing Company (150 Ledyard St.), 7-10 p.m. There will also be Irish dancers, $4 pints, and a food truck. $5 at the door.

March 19

  • Enjoy the sights and scents of Spring in Elizabeth Park’s Spring Greenhouse Show. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Free.
  • Film 101: Some Like It Hot — at Real Art Ways (56 Arbor Street), 11 a.m. Tickets: $11. They say: “The film was based on the German comedy Fanfaren der Liebe (1951), in which two musicians dress in drag to join an all-girls band and end up falling for the lead singer. But aside from the central plot elements, Some Like it Hot does not suffer from a lack of originality. Rather, it takes an already clever premise and injects some of the finest writing ever done.” Discussion follows film.
  • Faith in Times of Conflict: Interfaith Film Series — A discussion follows the screening of The Innocents, which they describe as “In 1945 Poland, a young French Red Cross doctor sent to assist the survivors of German camps discovers several nuns in advanced stages of pregnancy during a visit to a nearby convent.” Movie starts at 2 p.m. at the Wadsworth Atheneum. $9 regular admission.
  • The O-Tones perform in the Baby Grand Jazz series at the Hartford Public Library, 3 p.m. Free.
  • String Thing and Fixer’s Co-op: The two events at MakeHartford are now combined. Bring projects related to either. For March, they say “We need to upgrade the table in the snack area. Plan is to strip the finish, repair a corner (which may be done in advance), and refinish the top. Have you wanted to learn how to refinish a wooden piece? Now’s your chance! Alternative is to upcycle using paint, decoupage, and imagination.”  If you want to hang out and knit or do needlepoint instead, that’s up to you. 6-8 p.m. at MakeHartford (30 Arbor St.). Free.

March 20

  • Find out when to march
  • Enjoy the sights and scents of Spring in Elizabeth Park’s Spring Greenhouse Show.  9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Free.
  • SoDo Spring Happy Hour: Celebrate the first day of Spring with neighbors in Downtown Hartford at The Republic (10 Capitol Avenue), 5:30-8 p.m. Cash bar. Suggested $5 donation — donations benefit Hartford Food System.
  • Zumba is free for Hartford residents every Monday at the Pope Park Rec Center, 6-7 p.m.
  • Listen to the Hartford Jazz Orchestra perform at Arch Street Tavern, 8 p.m. No cover.

March 21

Opening reception:
Opening reception on March 24, 2017
  • Enjoy the sights and scents of Spring in Elizabeth Park’s Spring Greenhouse Show.  9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Free.
  • Around the World, Women Make It Happen: multicultural celebration of Women’s History Month. 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Adult Education Center (110 Washington Street).

March 22

  • Learn how to stay safe at protests and demonstrations
  • Enjoy the sights and scents of Spring in Elizabeth Park’s Spring Greenhouse Show.  9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Free.
  • Metropolitan: Catch this film at the Wadsworth Atheneum. They say: “Young upper-class Manhattanites are blithely passing through the gala debutante season, when an unusual outsider stirs things up.” 7 p.m. $9 regular admission.

March 23

  • Enjoy the sights and scents of Spring in Elizabeth Park’s Spring Greenhouse Show.  9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Free.
  • Ruling Your Life’s Runway: at 12:15 p.m. in the Washington Room in Mather Hall. They say: “Supermodel and motivational speaker Stacey McKenzie will be coming to Trinity College […] to share her story of overcoming bullying and bias as she worked to fulfill her life-long dream. In her talk, “Ruling Your Life’s Runway,” the audience will follow McKenzie’s journey from the streets of Kingston, Jamaica, to traveling the globe as an international top model. Along the way, McKenzie will weave in issues of diversity, societal beauty standards, and, girl’s and women’s empowerment.” Free and open to the public.
  • Salons at Stowe: Unpacking Islamophobia — “What is Islamophobia? How is it harmful? What can we do about it?” They say: “In the wake of an increase in hate crimes against U.S. Muslims, join the conversation with featured guests: Aida Mansoor, Muslim Coalition of Connecticut; Imam Sami Aziz, Wesleyan University and Common Ground Services; and Vjosa Qerimi, Common Ground Services.” 5:30 p.m. is time for socializing; 6-7:30 program. Reservations are requested for this free event at the Harriet Beecher Stowe Center (77 Forest Street). There are also two suggested readings for participants:Addressing the rise of Islamophobia in Trump’s America and We can fight back against Trump’s Islamophobia.
  • Barcelona: film at the Wadsworth Atheneum, 7 p.m. Of this comedic drama, they say: “Two cousins meet up in Barcelona, and both of their lives are irrevocably altered.” $9 regular admission.
  • Farewell to the Homeland: Polyn — flutist Adrianne Greenbaum and Fleytmusik will perform this program at Charter Oak Cultural Center (21 Charter Oak Avenue), 7 p.m. They say: “A tiny shtetl in Dubiecko, Poland; three generations of a family klezmer band; post shabbos torchlight parade to Belzer rebbe; 1934 Bar Mitzvah on a boat to America; family members live or die in Holocaust; Jewish music manuscripts found in family violin case.  Fast forward to 2009,  Adrianne Greenbaum and Sharon Frant Brooks make a miraculous shidduk/shidduch, Greenbaum transcribes the many scribbled pages of music, travels to Poland and performs a few of the tunes at the cemetary, and finally, “FleytMuzik’s” musicians perform these works that were alive in early 19th c. Poland, with the full musical story coming to fruition today.” For more info, call (860) 310-2580.

March 24

  • Deadline for Art on the Streets’ “Call for Creativity” — They say the aim of this event is to: “place artists in outdoors settings around downtown Hartford, drawing attention to the idea that art is all around us, connects us to one another, and makes our city more vibrant. This year, we’re also placing special focus on the relationship between art and health.” Interested? Complete the form.
  • Enjoy the sights and scents of Spring in Elizabeth Park’s Spring Greenhouse Show.  9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Free.
  • Opening reception for “Sisu and Creativity: Finnish American Heritage in Connecticut“: This event at Connecticut Historical Society (1 Elizabeth St.) will feature “remarks by Finnish cultural leaders and a folk music performance by fiddler Saul Ahola and accordionist/composer Hannu Makipuru.” They say this: “exhibit explores central characteristics of Finnish settlement in Connecticut – their agricultural cooperatives; the built environment including farms, barns, and community halls; the saunas constructed by every family as a social gathering place; the festivals celebrating important Finnish holidays; and the many artistic and musical traditions still practiced throughout the community. The exhibit illustrates the history, continuity, character, and activities of the Finnish community as a story of resilience, creativity, preservation, and sustainability. Exhibit visitors can explore concepts and ideas about Finnish culture in Connecticut through objects, art works, images, and descriptive labels as well as through stories of individuals told in quotes and audio oral histories.” It is free, 5:30 – 7 p.m., but register: rsvp@chs.org
  • Performance by Christopher Houlihan, organist, at the Trinity College Chapel. 7:30 p.m. Free and open to the public.

March 25

  • Elizabeth Park’s Spring Greenhouse Sale: Plants can be purchased by cash or check today, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Bring your own boxes or trays to carry away plants.
  • Intro to Indoor Rowing: This will be held in the boathouse at Riverside Park. They say: “If you’re interested in learning the correct techniques and getting in a great total body, low impact workout, this is the class for you. No experience necessary; dress for the gym and come on in.” 10:30 a.m. – 12 noon. This is free, but there is a suggested $10 donation. Show up a few minutes early to fill out a waiver, or complete online in advance.
  • Join in on the Equality March: One of these happened back in November. There is still an apparent need. They say: “We did this right after the election and it was pretty successful, but lots of people reached out and said they would have come if knew. NOW YOU KNOW. This is a rallying call for all the environmental, human and animal rights groups to come together and march peacefully for equality.” This peaceful demonstration begins at State House Square and is scheduled to go from noon until 2 p.m.

March 26

  • Film 101: M*A*S*H — Film ($11) begins at 11 a.m. at Real Art Ways (56 Arbor Street). Discussion follows. They say: “Although he was not the first choice to direct it, the hit black comedy MASH established Robert Altman as one of the leading figures of Hollywood’s 1970s generation of innovative and irreverent young filmmakers. Scripted by Hollywood veteran Ring Lardner, Jr., this war comedy details the exploits of military doctors and nurses at a Mobile Army Surgical Hospital in the Korean War. Between exceptionally gory hospital shifts and countless rounds of martinis, wisecracking surgeons Hawkeye Pierce (Donald Sutherland) and Trapper John McIntyre (Elliott Gould) make it their business to undercut the smug, moralistic pretensions of Bible-thumper Maj. Frank Burns (Robert Duvall) and Army true-believer Maj. “Hot Lips” Houlihan (Sally Kellerman).“
  • Faith in Times of Conflict: Interfaith Film Series — A discussion follows the screening of Divided We Fall, which they describe as “In Nazi occupied Czechoslovakia, a childless couple agrees to hide a Jewish friend at great personal risk of discovery and execution.” Movie starts at 2 p.m. at the Wadsworth Atheneum. $9 regular admission.
  • Walk Hartford: Take Flight(s) — rescheduled from previous month. Meet by the Colt Statue in Colt Park at 2:30 and walk to Hanging Hills Brewing Company, The Flying Monkey Grill Bar, and then back to the park. The whole ramble should take around three hours, with stops for snacks and drinks. No fee to participate, but prepare to buy your own refreshments. This is a slow, social walk. . . it is not speed-walking or any real attempt at exercise. Dress for the occasion.
  • Eugene Uman’s Convergence Project performs at 3 p.m. in the Hartford Public Library as part of the Baby Grand Jazz series. Free.

March 27

The University of Hartford's Entrepreneurial Center celebrates Women's History Month
The Entrepreneurial Center celebrates Women’s History Month
  • This Girl is On Fire! Building Your Brand Through Social Media: Free workshop at the Entrepreneurial Center (1265 Asylum Avenue), 9:30-11:30 a.m. They say: “In this class we will look at the most powerful women in business using Social Media to grow their online brand, review their rise to the top on social channels, examine what tools they use and determine how YOU can become a rising powerful woman on social media.” Register.
  • Zumba is free for Hartford residents every Monday at the Pope Park Rec Center, 6-7 p.m.
  • Listen to the Hartford Jazz Orchestra perform at Arch Street Tavern, 8 p.m. No cover.

March 28

  • Developing Your Story: CO:LAB’s Rich Hollant will be leading a free, two-part workshop at reSET (1429 Park St.), 5-7 p.m. They say: “Build Your Story: For the first half of our workshop, Rich will guide us through the components of engaging stories that hold the attention of your audience and invite them to join you on your journey. We will break off into groups to develop and practice our stories and come back together for some sharing.”

March 29

  • Empty Bowls Dinner: Soup, salad, dessert, and soda, along with a handcrafted pottery bowl to take home. Proceeds benefit Chysalis Center’s Freshplace and the La Cocina Culinary Arts program. 5-7 p.m. at the Training & Conference Center (255 Homestead Avenue). Register. $20.
  • Live Work Love Hartford: Lyle Wray, Executive Director of the Capitol Region Council of Governments, will give a talk: “The Critical Role of Transportation for the Future of Hartford & New England’s Knowledge Corridor.” This is at Peppercorn’s Grill (357 Main Street), 5:30-7 p.m. Free.

March 30

  • Untold Stories Project: Community/Unity Fest — The Iron Poets meet the Untold Stories Project. They say: “Get to the point with Ginger Harris Acupuncture and Healing Arts” and experience a Music Meditation by Chris Grosso. This includes free food from Subway. 6:30-10:30 p.m. at reSET (1429 Park Street). Free.
  • Women Composers Festival of Hartford: Music in the Time of Women’s Suffrage — Pre-concert talk at 7 p.m.; music at 7:30. This is at Charter Oak Cultural Center (21 Charter Oak Ave.). Tickets are $15-30.

March 31

  • Untold Stories Project: Community/Unity Fest — Adam Latin will be leading the workshop: “Palm Reading as an Aid to Love and Communication;” David Kuhn will be doing a shamanic sound healing. This begins at Fire-n-Spice (248 Sisson Ave) at 6:30 p.m. Free.
  • Women Composers Festival of Hartford: forty/sixty concert featuring Paula Matthusan — 7:30 p.m. at the Charter Oak Cultural Center (21 Charter Oak Ave.), $15-30.
  • Olivier Penn, organist, performs in the Trinity College Chapel at 7:30 p.m. Free and open to the public.

Disclaimers

This information is accurate as of publication to the best of our knowledge. Keep in mind that events are sometimes cancelled or postponed, and that incorrect details are at times given to us. Verify with the venue if you are concerned about last minute surprises or want to know what the plan is for inclement weather.

To get an event published for next month, send details to realhartford@gmail.com by March 25th. Nothing is added after the calendar is published.

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