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BAR GUIDE
from Our Community USA
Chez Est Gay bar & nightclub with cocktails, a patio & lively vibe, featuring drag queens, DJs & karaoke. 458 Wethersfield Ave, Hartford, CT
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168 York Street Cafe Laid-back gay bar & American eatery in the basement of a townhouse, featuring theme nights & brunch. 168 York St, New Haven, CT
Favela Rooftop Gay bar 145C Newfield Ave, Hartford, CT
Trevi Lounge Gay hangout with a laid-back atmosphere & daily drink specials, plus pool, DJs & karaoke nights. 548 Kings Hwy Cutoff, Fairfield, CT
Partners Cafe Theme nights, dancers, karaoke & a constant calendar of events draw a gay crowd to this corner bar. 365 Crown St, New Haven, CT
Brass Rail Cafe Lively, LGBT-friendly gathering place with a waterfront patio for cocktails & drag shows. 52 Bank St, New London, CT Cafe Nine Live music from many genres (rock, folk, country, jazz, blues, hip-hop) in a compact corner bar. 250 State St, New Haven, CT
BAR Buzzing bar & dance club with indie rock shows staged in industrial-chic environs with cozy nooks. 254 Crown St, New Haven, CT
Toad’s Place Toad’s Place is a concert venue and nightclub located in New Haven, Connecticut. Wikipedia 300 York St, New Haven, CT
Terminal 110 Sprawling, industrial nightlife complex with bar food, Latin dancing nights & a dueling-piano bar. 240 Sargent Dr, New Haven, CT
Troupe429 Gay bar 3 Wall Street, Norwalk, CT
JAN 9 6:00PM
GALLERY SHOWING “SEE THROUGH ME” PRESENTED BY LIZ GRADY Liz is a Connecticut and New York based photographer. She grew up in a suburb of New York City and discovered her bond to photography at the age of 15 when she found her escape in the darkroom and that love has evolved into a career. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
JAN 9 9:00PM
BLUE HORSE COMEDY SHOW Monthly Comedy Show at Blue Horse run by Ross Popick and John Murray! Come have a fun time before, after and during the show! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
JAN 10 7:00PM
YOUR OWN VIP DINNER AND DANCE PARTY IN STAMFORD Design your own unique date night, whether it’s for a friend or boyfriend. Dance with Maria has partnered up with a restaurant-to reserve a private dining room for dinner with a special menu of 3-4 courses, a fun dance lesson, and party after. Learn more online at eventbrite.com.
JAN 14 8:30PM The Schizophonics, Killer Kin Over the last few years, The Schizophonics have built up a formidable reputation around the world as an explosive live act. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
JAN 15 10:00AM
FIRST IMPRESSIONS AND CONGRATULATIONS The Lyme Art Association presents “First Impressions,” the Associate Artists exhibit, and “Congratulations,” the New Elected Artists exhibit. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
FEBRUARY FEB 5 6:00PM
DRAWING NIGHT Every week, we set up a still life or take turns modeling for a casual skillbuilding drawing session for artists (and non-artists) of all skill levels. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
FEB 5 6:00PM
SIP ‘N’ SPIN POTTERY WORKSHOP Bring your favorite wine or brew and sip through a professional wheel throwing demo! Then get your hands dirty and throw your own creation on the pottery wheel or by handbuilding. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
FEB 6 3:00PM
INTRO TO HOOP DANCE This class is open to anyone, age 13 and older, looking for something new and different, or a fun alternative to traditional exercise. Great parent/teen activity, or for your teen to enjoy with a friend! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
FEB 7 2:00PM
VINTAGE VALENTINE TEA Celebrate Valentine’s Day at the IshamTerry House with a Vintage Valentine Tea on Sunday, February 7th and share this special event with friends or a loved one. Create a vintage Valentine greeting and indulge in sweet and savory nibbles, tea, and punch suited to the season hosted by Cathy and John Bates. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
MARCH MAR 1
YOU SLEUTH AUGMENTED REALITY DETECTIVE EXPERIENCE You Sleuth combines the classic detective game of Clue with the augmented reality of Pokemon Go to create a brand new game experience! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
EVENT SCHEDULE
MAR 7
THE ALLMAN BETTS BAND The sons of Gregg Allman (Devon Allman) and Dickey Betts (Duane Betts) have joined forces to form The Allman Betts Band. The show features new music, songs from their solo projects and classic Allman Brothers and Gregg Allman tunes in honor of the 50th Anniversary of The Allman Brothers Band. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
MAR 13
SANTANA TRIBUTE - SACRED FIRE Sacred Fire is a blistering six-piece Latin Rock SANTANA Tribute band that knows how to bring out the energy in a crowd. They pull out all the stops with your favorite songs spanning the career of Carlos Santana. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
MAR 14
THE REBELLION FASHION SHOW Chasity Aniece Production presents The Rebellion. Join us as we rebel on the runway. This is a CASUAL event. Come dressed in your most fashionable, edgy outfit. NO COLOR CODE. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
APRIL APR 2 8:00PM
LILLY HIATT Lilly Hiatt felt lost. She’d just returned home from the better part of a year on tour in support of her acclaimed third album, ‘Trinity Lane,’ and, stripped of the daily rituals and direction of life on the road, she found herself alone with her thoughts for the first time in what felt like ages. Learn more online at eventbrite.com.
EVENT SCHEDULE
APR 10 8:00PM
UPROOTED Michael Glabicki, lead singer, songwriter and guitarist for Rusted Root fuses musical mastery and shamanic inspiration into his music and live performances. In his most prolific period to date Glabicki is focusing his energy on his new band, The UPROOTED Band, to carry on the legacy of Rusted Root’s energetic music while recording new music for their debut album due out next Spring. Learn more online at eventbrite.com.
APR 30
JOJO - GOOD TO KNOW TOUR Every ticket purchased online for JoJo includes your choice of a CD or digital copy of the new album, good to know, released in spring 2020. You’ll receive instructions via email on how to redeem your album after ticket purchase. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
APR 30 7:30PM
THE STONE COLD AND THE JACKAL SHOW Steve Burton and Bradford Anderson play the roles of Jason Morgan and Damian Spinelli on ABC’s soap opera, “General Hospital.” Join them for a 90 minute show full of music and comedy followed by a limited VIP photo meet and greet. Bring your own camera. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
MAY MAY 1
ONE TEAM SCAVENGER HUNT Puzzling Adventures™ are a cross between a scavenger hunt, an
adventure race, and an informative selfguided tour. Each adventure consists of a series of locations that you are guided to where you are required to answer questions or solve puzzles to receive your next instruction. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
MAY 1 3:00PM
TACOS N’ TEQUILA CRAWL Let’s taco ‘bout sipping margs, eating tacos & getting festive while dancing your tacos off at our annual Tacos N’ Tequila Crawl! Learn more at online eventbrite.com.
MAY 21
3RD ANNUAL SPRING BEER FEST The Annual Spring Beer Fest is a oneof-a-kind festival that invites breweries from around Connecticut and nearby. Enjoy sampling from Breweries and Distilleries. Visit eventbrite.com.
JUNE JUN 5
LUCKY CHOPS Lucky Chops has been unleashing high-energy brassy funk on the world since forming in NYC in 2006. The intensity of the band’s energy is fueled by their desire to share the healing and inspirational power of music with others. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
JUNE 12
THE JOURNEY TO LOVING YOURSELF MIND, BODY, SOUL The journey to Loving yourself Mind, Body, and Soul. This will be a Teen and Women’s Empowerment Event with a Small Business Expo. Present will be Youth and adult speaker’s, presenters and so much more. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
JUN 25
TRI-STATE DANCE FESTIVAL 2021 Welcome to the Tri State Dance Fest The New CT Salsa Fest The Best Salsa, Hustle Bachata Dancers in the world. 4 days of dancing. The Best Salsa, Hustle Bachata Dancers in the world. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
JUN 26
ROSE ARTS FESTIVAL Rose Arts Festival is an all day event featuring free live music, 100+ artisan vendors and food trucks and free activities for the whole family. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
JUNE 27
FOODWAYS: COOKING: EARLY GIFTS FROM THE GARDEN Foodways at Stanley-Whitman House with “living history” expert and museum professional Dennis Picard. Learn more at eventbrite.com.