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JUN24
Markets

Eastside Farmers Market

A carefully curated farmers market showcases a wide range of foods and business owners, featuring fresh fruits and vegetables, eggs, honey, maple syrup, mead and wine, coffee beans and loose teas, baked goods, vegan options, Connecticut food trucks and tent vendors, and artisan goods. Enjoy live music and changing weekly themes that add something new each time. SNAP/EBT is accepted, and benefits are doubled up to $30, so spending $30 with an EBT card provides an additional $30 for SNAP-eligible items. Every child in attendance receives a $3 voucher for fresh produce through the Power of Produce program.

Eastside Neighborhood Resource Center
JUN24
Family

Puppy Prom: Meet Rescue Dogs in Hartford

Meet dogs seeking forever homes at a festive prom-inspired gathering featuring a participating rescue organization. Learn about ways to foster, volunteer, or contribute, and get information on how the adoption process works. To be prepared, look over the available pups ahead of time and submit an adoption application so screening can start early. If you apply and do not see a reply, check your email spam folder. An email approval is required to move forward, and messages are sent within 24 hours.

Pratt Street
JUN24
Family

Pup Street Pup Prom

Pratt Street brings back its monthly dog-centered social event, transforming the street into a pop-up dog park where attendees and their pups can shop, meet fellow pet lovers and enjoy the atmosphere. This installment features a prom theme, encouraging everyone to dress up and celebrate with dancing. The series offers a different theme each month, with titles that include Spring Fling, Beach Bark, Canine Carnival, Furever Fall and Howloween. Presented in partnership with Clark Creative CT.

Pratt Street
JUN24
Sports

Seas the Summer - Polo Match & Dinner

This beach-themed evening pairs a polo match with a family-friendly dinner. The menu features fish and chips, coconut shrimp and crab cake appetizers, plus corn on the cob and coleslaw. The "Fish Bowl" specialty is served as a punch with or without alcohol, providing a refreshing option for everyone. It all adds up to a relaxed summer night centered on polo and good food.

Farmington Polo Club
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