Simsbury is full of beautiful old homes and buildings, and Abigail’s Grille & Wine Bar is no exception. Built in 1780, the original tavern was intended to be the first stop after Hartford for stagecoaches. The restaurant's food is as rich as its history, serving up a mix of continental cuisine and New England favorites. […]
With escape rooms becoming all the rage, isn't it about time you tried one out? Since April, Complexity: A Puzzling Adventure has been taking Farmington by storm with a fun new recreation option. Whether you are looking for an activity for your family this weekend, a unique date-night spot, a birthday party venue, team building […]
Rain or shine, the Connecticut Veterans Parade will return for its 17th year on Sunday, Nov. 6. This beloved annual tradition will step off at Buckingham and Washington streets at 12:30 p.m. and run until 3 p.m. through Trinity, Pearl, and Main streets. The only event noted by the Veterans Day National Committee as an […]
Ideal Tavern in Southington puts a new spin on the gastropub in their beautiful historic location on Center Street. Only open since July but already earning rave reviews all around, the pub welcomes you with beautiful white-washed brick and repurposed wood galore. It's definitely a place you want to sit down and get cozy. The […]
Not many state parks and trails come with as much history as Talcott Mountain State Park in Simsbury. Take a walk down the 1.5-mile trail for a visit to Hublein Tower, a structure characterized by its beautiful white walls and bright orange terracotta tile roof. Originally built in 1914 as a private summer home, the […]
May this autumn bring you a harvest of fun times and laughter with family and friends!
Back for the 11th year, CARTOBERFEST returns tomorrow to Hurley Park on the River! The event boasts an incredible variety of cars, trucks, and motorcycles coming out to raise money in support of the New Hartford Volunteer Fire & Rescue. All who attend will have their chance at a pretty incredible door prize, tickets to […]
Located in a historic inn next to the Simsbury Library, Metro Bis has been a popular place for brunch or dinner for 15 years. The cuisine is French with an emphasis on locally sourced New England seafood. The lobster pierogis, seasonal river shad, and salmon and tuna tartare all come highly recommended, and just about […]
The epitome of a mom-and-pop shop, The Coffee Trade has been owned by Mr. & Mrs. Portfolio since the 1980s. The moment you walk in, you’ll feel as if you’ve entered your grandparents' home; the walls of the beautiful old white house are covered with coffee paraphernalia, antiques, and eclectic decor without a bare spot […]
If you haven’t already checked out the local group Sea Tea Improv, now's your chance! The award-winning company troupe will be putting on a free show on Sunday, September 18, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at City Steam Brewery’s Brew Ha Ha Comedy Club. This professional comedy group focuses on improv shows and acting […]