February 1

Witnesses to Hunger opens at 2 p.m. today in Conference Room 1B in the Legislative Office Building. They say this is a “project that uses photographs taken by Connecticut residents to bring visibility to their everyday struggles to make ends meet. These powerful images and the stories behind them reinforce the need for substantial policy change to ensure health, success, and hope for all of our neighbors. The exhibit is comprised of over 50 photographs taken by 15 witnesses from towns across Connecticut.” Some of the witnesses will be at the opening to participate in a discussion about hunger in Connecticut, along with possible solutions. The exhibit, in the lower concourse, will be on view through February 11. Free, open to the public.

Arch Street Tavern hosts the Hartford Jazz Orchestra on Mondays at 8 p.m. Free show.

Monday = Vinyl Night at Little River Restoratives (405 Capitol Avenue). This is a rotation of local guest DJs. No cover, but support the local economy by purchasing something. They have some beer, wine, and punch specials. 8 p.m. until late.

February 2

Zumba Dance Class at Toivo (399 Franklin Avenue) from 6-7 p.m. There is no charge; suggested $5 donation.

Check out this year’s Oscar Nominated Short Films at Real Art Ways, 7:20 p.m. $11 general admission.

Michael Palin’s Other Orchestra — a 12-piece band — performs at Black-Eyed Sally’s (350 Asylum Street) every Tuesday at 8 p.m. Free.

February 3

Chair Yoga is offered at Toivo Center (399 Franklin), 2-3 p.m. They say: “ Are you recovering from an injury? Do you have trouble getting up and down off of the ground? Do you use a wheelchair? If so, chair yoga may be the perfect practice for you. Chair yoga is the practice of traditional yoga postures and techniques while seated in a chair or utilizing a chair for support. The class is open to all.” Free, but suggested $5 donation. Wheel chair entrance is in rear of building.

Holiday Decor Sale at Elizabeth Park’s Pond House, 4-7 p.m. It’s free to stop in to browse. Cash bar.

Majorca (2074 Park Street) will be hosting this month’s edition of Get HYPEd, the casual networking event for young professionals and entrepreneurs. Bring business cards to exchange or to enter a raffle. Free event, 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Journey of Loving, A Sufi Singing Performance: Hartford Seminary (77 Sherman) hosts this free event at 7 p.m. They say: “The evening will open with recitation of the Qur’an, followed by a performance of an internationally renowned group of Andalusian and Moroccan singers. This acapella singing group, under the direction of Dr. Mohammed Thami Alharak, perform internationally, most recently in Konya, Turkey. […] Their music is intended to lift the soul and to encourage a connection with the beauty of the Qur’an and a deep faith, so that hearts and souls are revived and believers can experience joy in the search of praise of Allah and the Prophet Muhammad.” Registration is suggested.

February 4

Participate in an interactive Gratitude Workshop facilitated by Laura Le at Toivo Center (399 Franklin), 6-7 p.m. There is no charge, but a $5 donation is suggested.

The Professors of Sweet, Sweet Music (POSSM) will play originals and covers at Peppercorns Grill (357 Main) 8:30-10 p.m. No cover!

February 5

Hartford Public Library calls The Author’s Table, “An opportunity to visit with local authors and discuss their published works.” Today’s author is S. Campbell Williams, The Summer of Tsunami. 12-3 p.m. Free. Books will be available for purchase.

Out in 860 at Real Art Ways. They say: “The drinking, the chatting, the networking — but in an arts space, it’s sophisticated! On the first Friday of every month from 5:30 to 8:30 PM, join us for an evening filled with intriguing people, cocktails and culture. Light refreshments are provided.” Contact the venue for more information.

HartBeat Ensemble presents ASYLUM HILL: Meet Us Where We Are . They say: “Through interview based theater, HartBeat Ensemble brings the stories of each Hartford neighborhood to life, helping the community celebrate accomplishments and visualize solutions to common struggles.” 7:30 p.m. at Carriage House Theater, 360 Farmington Avenue. $10.

February 6

Free First Saturday at Connecticut Historical Society (1 Elizabeth Street), 9-5. This includes all museum galleries, but excludes the research center. The latest exhibit at CHS is The World and Wardrobe of Hartford’s Iconic G. Fox & Co.’s President. They say: “Visitors to The Connecticut Historical Society will be able to enjoy an in-depth examination of the life and wardrobe of Mrs. Beatrice Fox Auerbach, president of Hartford’s once-iconic G. Fox & Co. department store. In addition to being Hartford’s first female president, Mrs. Auerbach was an influential workplace pioneer, far-reaching philanthropist, world-traveler, and natural leader. The traveling exhibit of Beatrice Fox Auerbach: The Woman, Her World & Her Wardrobe explores the evolution of women’s fashion in the 20 th century by highlighting Mrs. Auerbach’s wardrobe from childhood to maturity.” If you can’t make it here today for Free First Saturday, you have until the end of April to see this exhibit.

explores the evolution of women’s fashion in the 20 century by highlighting Mrs. Auerbach’s wardrobe from childhood to maturity.” If you can’t make it here today for Free First Saturday, you have until the end of April to see this exhibit. The Birds screens at the Wadsworth Atheneum, 2:15 p.m. General admission $9. Admission to the museum is free with ticket to this film.

HartBeat Ensemble presents ASYLUM HILL: Meet Us Where We Are . They say: “Through interview based theater, HartBeat Ensemble brings the stories of each Hartford neighborhood to life, helping the community celebrate accomplishments and visualize solutions to common struggles.” 7:30 p.m. at Carriage House Theater, 360 Farmington Avenue. $10.

February 7

Asylum Hill Congregational Church (814 Asylum Avenue) is hosting the forum, Welcoming the Stranger: Refugee Resettlement. They say “The forum will be an opportunity to hear from agencies and churches who have been involved in resettlement efforts, along with discovering ways YOU can participate in an AHCC response.” 11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. Free.

HartBeat Ensemble presents ASYLUM HILL: Meet Us Where We Are . They say: “Through interview based theater, HartBeat Ensemble brings the stories of each Hartford neighborhood to life, helping the community celebrate accomplishments and visualize solutions to common struggles.” 2:00 p.m. at Carriage House Theater, 360 Farmington Avenue. $10.

Suffragette screens at Cinestudio, 2:30 p.m. $9 general admission.

Trinity College is hosting the Brain Bee, a competition for high school students to show off their knowledge about the brain. The first prize winner gets all expenses paid for her or his trip to Maryland to compete in the National Brain Bee. Stop by to watch the competition at 3 p.m. in Mather Hall’s Rittenberg Lounge.

The Warren Byrd/Saskia Laroo duo will perform will vibraphonist Jay Hoggard as part of the Baby Grand Jazz series at Hartford Public Library. The free music is from 3-4 p.m.

Infinity Bistro (32 Front Street) hosts its weekly free open mic night. They say: “Whether you like to listen to great music or are an aspiring performer who wants to showcase your talents, be sure to join us every Sunday to enjoy our local talent! Performers sign up after 6:30pm.” Music at 7:30 p.m.

Last day of Taste of Hartford Winter Restaurant Weeks

February 8

Colleen Randall: Paintings and Works on Paper opens at Trinity College’s Widener Gallery today, 4:30-6:30 p.m. The gallery talk is at 5. They say her work is “heavily impastoed surfaces [that] erupt with light and color, revealing the radiance at the core of all matter and being. Imbued with mystery, a spiritual presence emanates from deep within the layers of paint. Through form and composition, she investigates elusive states of consciousness.” The exhibit remains on display through March 11th. Gallery hours: Sunday – Friday, 1-6 p.m. The gallery is in Austin Arts Center. Free and open to the public.

HYPE and with YES (Young Energetic Solutions) are partnering to present Boards and Commission on Tap. This is an opportunity to learn more about how to get involved in your community. They say “Attendees will have the opportunity to speak with town representatives from various Boards and Commissions in the Metro Hartford region. Mayor Dan Drew of Middletown and Mayor Luke Bronin of Hartford will both speak briefly on the need for increased participation of millenials in public service, as well as the postive impacts this particpation can have on policy.” This free event is from 6-8:30 p.m. at City Steam Brewery, 942 Main Street. Registration is encouraged.

Awesome Healing Art (30 Arbor St. Suite 204) is hosting New Moon Manifestation — Vision Board. They say “ Our first theme is Vision Boards. We will begin our evening with a meditation/guided visualiz ation to clear out last years limitations, and open up to new inspirations and possibilities. Then we will let our creative juices flow across our poster boards of possibilities with new ideas, innovations, dreams, goals, and manifestations waiting to materialize. We will provide some supplies: posterboards, glue, scissors, some magazines, coloring things, and such. Please feel free to bring any additional supplies or objects that you feel called to include as well.” Light refreshments will be available. There’s a suggested donation of $11-15. 7-9 p.m.



City Council meets at 7 p.m. in City Hall.

Arch Street Tavern hosts the Hartford Jazz Orchestra on Mondays at 8 p.m. Free show.

Monday = Vinyl Night at Little River Restoratives (405 Capitol Avenue). This is a rotation of local guest DJs. No cover, but support the local economy by purchasing something. They have some beer, wine, and punch specials. 8 p.m. until late.

February 9

Constitutional Budget Amendment Forum at UConn Law in Starr Hall, 5:30-8 p.m. Light refreshments served. Free and open to the public. Registration encouraged.

Zumba Dance Class at Toivo (399 Franklin Avenue) from 6-7 p.m. There is no charge; suggested $5 donation.

$5 at the door to hear Hartford Hot Several, Boycott Brass Band, and the Expandable Brass Band at Real Art Ways, 7-10 p.m. Can’t make it out tonight? There’s a chance you might catch them surprise performing somewhere in Hartford during the day, like bus stops in Downtown Hartford during the evening commute.

Michael Palin’s Other Orchestra — a 12-piece band — performs at Black-Eyed Sally’s (350 Asylum Street) every Tuesday at 8 p.m. Free.

February 10

Dr. Cornel West will be delivering a series of lectures today at University of Hartford. These are free and open to the public, but seating is limited to first-come, first-served. At 10 a.m. in Wilde Auditorium, Dr. West will speak about “the historic impact of black-influenced music on social justice movements from the Civil Rights Era though today.” There will be a discussion and workshop on current issues of race and social justice in America at 2 p.m. in Regents Commons in Hillyer Hall.

A.K. Smith Reading Series: Sloane Crosley. They say: “Sloane Crosley is the author of The New York Times bestselling essay collections, I Was Told There’d Be Cake, How Did You Get This Number, and the e-book Up The Down Volcano. She has served as editor of The Best American Travel Writing series and has contributed to a variety of anthologies including The 50 Funniest American Writers: An Anthology of Humor from Mark Twain to The Onion and The Best American Non-required Reading. Her debut novel is The Clasp.” She is reading at The Smith House at Trinity College, 4:30 p.m. This is free and totally open to the public.

Green Drinks will be at Little River Restoratives (405 Capitol Avenue), 6-8 p.m. This is a networking event for those interested in environmental issues. Jeff Cordulack, the Executive Director at Northeast Organic Farmington Association of Connecticut , will give a 10-minute presentation at 7 p.m. No cost to attend, but bring money for your own drinks.

Last chance to see Suffragette at Cinestudio, 7:30 p.m. $9 general admission.

February 11

Stop by Cugino’s (283 Asylum Street) for a Cultura Mosaica meet and greet. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20-30.

Hartford Prints! is hosting the HARTBomb Happy Hour, 5:30-7:30 p.m. What’s that? The Hartford Preservation Alliance will be creating Valentine cards for historical properties in Hartford. There is a suggested donation of $25, which includes wine. What happens with these cards? They will be used to draw attention to the HPA’s Top Ten Most Endangered Buildings list on February 14th– the cards will decorate 220 High Street.

The Professors of Sweet, Sweet Music (POSSM) will play originals and covers at Spectra Boutique apartments (5 Constitution Plaza) 7-9:30 p.m. Free.

Romeo & Juliet opens at Hartford Stage, 7:30 p.m. Ticket prices vary.

February 12

Hartford’s own Sea Tea Improv presents Titanic: The Unsinkable Show! at Carriage House Theater, 360 Farmington Avenue. Too soon? You can judge that. This sketch comedy is inspired by the film Titanic. This PG-13 show starts at 8 p.m. $10.

February 13

Second Saturdays at the Wadsworth Atheneum mean free admission and family activities, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Free tours, music, and dance.

The Hartford Art Sled Derby returns to Elizabeth Park, 11 a.m. Free to attend, free to participate. Bring a sled and compete, just enjoy, or stand on the side and cheer for others. Dress like you understand you’ll be standing outside in the snow in February. Wear a helmet. Aim away from poles.

Celebrating Different Kinds of Love: Toivo Center (399 Franklin) hosts this workshop. They say: “ In the month of February, the media tends to emphasize romantic love. However, there are many kinds of love: love of community, family, friends, self, spirit. In this workshop, we will discuss different ways to cultivate these different kinds of love and increase your body’s production of oxytocin, the ‘love hormone’. When oxytocin levels are high, we feel calm and we are more open to trusting others and collaborating. To raise our oxytocin levels, we will practice lovingkindness meditation, savor organic chocolate, and connect with each other through laughter, conversation, and song.” This will be facilitated by Kelvin Young and Laura Le. Free, but $5 suggested donation.

Opening reception at ArtSpace for Elsewhere. Artists in this show include Andres Chaparro, Manty Dey, Hong Hong, Jourdan Joly, Terrance Regan, Adam Viens, and Amy Vensel. 6-9 p.m. ArtSpace is located at 555 Asylum Street.

Sea Tea Improv presents Titanic: The Unsinkable Show! at Carriage House Theater, 360 Farmington Avenue. 8 p.m. $10 for this PG-13 show.

Venom Vintage (365 Capitol Avenue) is hosting a LOVE open mic with Olusanya Bey as the featured poet and Taylor Camro as the featured performer. Doors open at 9 p.m.; performances go from 9:30 until midnight. $5. Sign up at the door.

February 14

Last chance to see Buyer & Cellar at TheaterWorks. Ticket prices vary.

Catch Casablanca at Cinestudio, 2:30 & 7:30 p.m. $9 general admission.

Pianist Taino Pacheco will perform from 3-4 p.m. in the Hartford Public Library atrium as part of the Baby Grand Jazz series. Free.

Infinity Bistro (32 Front Street) hosts its weekly free open mic night. They say: “Whether you like to listen to great music or are an aspiring performer who wants to showcase your talents, be sure to join us every Sunday to enjoy our local talent! Performers sign up after 6:30pm.” Music at 7:30 p.m.

Sea Tea Improv’s free monthly show at City Steam (942 Main) is tonight. If you were looking for something Not Corny or even Corny, But We Meant It To Be to do for Valentine’s Day, you are in luck. 7 p.m. Alcohol is served here, so be of age or be with your parent/guardian.

February 15

Professor Evelyn Simien will deliver a lecture Historic Firsts: How Symbolic Empowerment Changes U.S. Politics from 4-5 p.m. in Mather Hall’s Rittenberg Lounge. Free and open to the public. Contact Stefanie Chambers, [email protected] , (860) 297-5293 if you have any questions.

Arch Street Tavern hosts the Hartford Jazz Orchestra on Mondays at 8 p.m. Free show.

Monday = Vinyl Night at Little River Restoratives (405 Capitol Avenue). This is a rotation of local guest DJs. No cover, but support the local economy by purchasing something. They have some beer, wine, and punch specials. 8 p.m. until late.

February 16

Trinity College is hosting a few events for Concussion Awareness Day. At 12:15 p.m. there is a lecture — The Vulnerable Window in Concussion: A Challenge in Determining Safe Return to Play — delivered by John DiFiori, P’16, UCLA Professor and Chief, Division of Sports Medicine and Non-Operative Orthopaedics, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Head Team Physician, UCLA Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, NBA Director of Sports Medicine. This presentation is in Mather Hall. Then, at 6 p.m., there is a film about concussion followed by panel discussion. Casey Cochrane, a retired UConn Football player, will be one of those panel members. This is in the Life Science Center. Both events are free and open to the public.

Salsa Socials: Want to dance or learn how? This is a free, all-levels class at Hartford Public Library, 6 p.m. No partner or registration required.

Zumba Dance Class at Toivo (399 Franklin Avenue) from 6-7 p.m. There is no charge; suggested $5 donation.

Michael Palin’s Other Orchestra — a 12-piece band — performs at Black-Eyed Sally’s (350 Asylum Street) every Tuesday at 8 p.m. Free.

February 17

Heart City Story Club: a monthly storytelling open mic night will happen from 6-8 p.m. They say: “Come tell or listen to true, personal stories in the style of The Moth, RISK, and Snap Judgement. Find us in the Hartford History Center in the 3rd floor main branch of the Hartford Public Library. The event is free and open to all.” If you need more information, contact [email protected] .

February 18

Catch Hartford Steel Symphony, Concha Unlimited, and Friendz Drums at Infinity Music Hall. This is Calypso, Soca, and Reggae. The show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets range from $15-25.

February 19

The Professors of Sweet, Sweet Music, along with Thre3 and Now for Ages play Hook and Ladder (207 Main) 7-10 p.m. No cover!

Sea Tea Improv’s Longform Showcase at Billings Forge (563 Broad) featuring Lady Business! 8 p.m. $10

February 20

Stomp the Violence: Focusing on Solutions — they say this is “A collaboration between the community and our police to brainstorm effective changes and solutions to violence in the city of Hartford, while building relationships, mutual understanding, and inspiring youth and families on how they can make a difference in their community.” Hartford’s Proud Drill, Drum, & Dance Corp will perform. Lunch will be provided, as will transportation if needed. Contact Andrew Woods of Hartford Communities That Care if you have transportation needs: (860) 209-8957. This will take place in the second floor auditorium at 50 Williams Street, 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. For more information, contact

Sergeant Steven Austin- P. (860) 436-7323 or [email protected]

February 21

Sylvia Mims Trio performs at Hartford Public Library, 3-4 p.m. The free music is part of the Baby Grand Jazz series.

Infinity Bistro (32 Front Street) hosts its weekly free open mic night. They say: “Whether you like to listen to great music or are an aspiring performer who wants to showcase your talents, be sure to join us every Sunday to enjoy our local talent! Performers sign up after 6:30pm.” Music at 7:30 p.m.

Last chance to see Travis Durden’s Myths and Idols at EBK Gallery (218 Pearl).

February 22

City Council meets at 7 p.m. in City Hall.

Arch Street Tavern hosts the Hartford Jazz Orchestra on Mondays at 8 p.m. Free show.

Monday = Vinyl Night at Little River Restoratives (405 Capitol Avenue). This is a rotation of local guest DJs. No cover, but support the local economy by purchasing something. They have some beer, wine, and punch specials. 8 p.m. until late.

February 23

Connecting the Dots… to a Better Connecticut Transit System: stop by the Lyceum (227 Lawrence) for a forum that will feature Garrett Eucalitto, Undersecretary for Transportation Policy and Planning, CT Office of Policy and Management; Nick Lundgren, Deputy Commissioner, CT Department of Housing; Tom Maziarz, Bureau Chief, Bureau of Policy and Planning, CT Department of Transportation; and Tim Sullivan, Director of Waterfront, Brownfield, and Transit-Oriented Development, CT Department of Economic and Community Development. 9-11:30 a.m. Free, but registration requested.

BiCi Co.‘s Earn-a-Bike Teen Program starts today! Of this program, they say: “Participants earn a bike by spending time learning bike maintenance, working in the shop, and taking classes in Hartford bicycle history and engineering topics. They leave the eight week program with a bicycle they tuned up themselves along with a helmet, bike lock, and bike lights.” There is a $20 program fee. Contact Tony Cherolis to get an invite to the first meeting. BiCi Co. is housed at 95-97 Park Street.

Zumba Dance Class at Toivo (399 Franklin Avenue) from 6-7 p.m. There is no charge; suggested $5 donation.

Michael Palin’s Other Orchestra — a 12-piece band — performs at Black-Eyed Sally’s (350 Asylum Street) every Tuesday at 8 p.m. Free.

February 24



The Connecticut Fair Housing Center is holding its Second Annual Fair Housing Poster Contest. They say: “Participation in this contest fosters understanding, acceptance, and appreciation for the diversity in our neighborhoods and our communities. This year’s contest highlights equality and equity in the housing market in Connecticut.” This contest is open for high school students. The deadline is March 4, 2016. There is prize money for winning entries. Check out their website for complete details

February 25

An Open Planning Studio regarding I-84 will be held at the Lyceum (227 Lawrence St.) from 8:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. You probably don’t need to be there all day, so here’s how the time will be used: 8:30-10 is a PAC meeting; 10:30-12 is set aside for discussion about the tunneling option; 1-3 p.m. is for Working Group Design Discussions; and the public presentation begins at 5 p.m. No need to register — just show up.

Untold Stories Project Event: WiseMouth CircleSinging is an improvisational choral group that will share from 7-8:30 p.m. Spoken word and poetry will go from 8:30-10:30 p.m. Potluck encouraged. Doors open around 6:30 p.m. at ReSet, 1429 Park St. Suite 114. Contact Kristen 860-455-3384 or [email protected] for more information.

Trinity College’s Men of Color Alliance is sponsoring the Imani Love Jones Poetry and Talent Show in Mather Hall from 7-9 p.m. Free and open to the public.

This is a big deal, guys. Gary Shteyngart will be speaking and reading from his work at Charter Oak Cultural Center, 7 p.m. Free. Reserve your seat.

will be speaking and reading from his work at Charter Oak Cultural Center, 7 p.m. Free. Reserve your seat. Catch a free performance of Grease at the Austin Arts Center, Trinity College. This is free and open to the public, but tickets are required for the 7:30 p.m. show — call (860) 297-2199.

February 26

IceBike (or Walk) to Work: Meet up at Ashley’s (221 Main Street) in the 7-8:30 a.m. window. In their words, this is a “Monthly meetup of cold weather cyclists and walkers. This month, we’ll be talking about wind-chill. What do you do on windy, bitterly cold days?” Free, but pay for your own food and drink.

The Open Planning Studio regarding I-84 continues at the Lyceum (227 Lawrence St.) from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. There is an Emergency Services Roundtable from 9-10:30 a.m.; A public presentation takes place at 3:30 p.m. If you’re interested, just show up.

Untold Stories Project Event: from 6:30-10:30 p.m. Billings Forge (539 Broad Street) will be hosting stories and music. Pay what you can. Contact Kristen 860-455-3384 or [email protected] for more information.

75°, An Urban Greenhouse Party: KNOX’s big fundraiser, 7-11 p.m in the greenhouse at 75 Laurel Street. Ticket prices vary.

Catch a free performance of Grease at the Austin Arts Center, Trinity College. This is free and open to the public, but tickets are required for the 7:30 p.m. show — call (860) 297-2199.

February 27

Tech Savvy Conference at Trinity College. They say: “The American Association of University Women’s Connecticut Chapter (AAUW CT) will host its third annual Tech Savvy Conference from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Trinity College. It will be the second year in a row that Tech Savvy takes place at Trinity. The daylong event is designed to show girls firsthand how science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields can lead to exciting careers. As part of AAUW’s National Tech Savvy Pilot Program, the conference will welcome more than 200 sixth- to ninth-grade girls and their parents and teachers. Register for Tech Savvy at aauw-ct.aauw.net. For more information, contact Alison J. Draper, [email protected], (860) 297-5189.” This is in the Washington Room in Mather Hall.

Hartford Public Library calls The Author’s Table, “An opportunity to visit with local authors and discuss their published works.” Today’s author is Tyrone Richardson, Saturday. 12-3 p.m. Free. Books will be available for purchase.

Catch a free performance of Grease at the Austin Arts Center, Trinity College. This is free and open to the public, but tickets are required for the 7:30 p.m. show — call (860) 297-2199.

February 28

Untold Stories Project Event: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. at Toivo (399 Franklin Avenue). Chris Hall from Heart City Story Club will host storytelling. There will be music, guided meditation, and “sound healing.” Pay what you can. Contact Kristen 860-455-3384 o [email protected] for more information.

Orquesta Espada performs as part of the Baby Grand Jazz series in the Hartford Public Library’s atrium, 3-4 p.m. Free.

Black History Month: A Program of Spirituals and Art Songs by African-American Composers with Timothy Dunn, Tenor: This performance is at the Trinity College Chapel, 4-5 p.m. Contact Megan O’Brien, [email protected], (860) 297-2012 for more information.

Make Hartford‘s monthly MakerMovie is Rocky Horror Picture Show. They are screening this as a way of “ Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the film’s release, and because St. Valentine’s Day is two weeks earlier, and the film begins with a wedding and engagement. Romantic. right?” The potluck begins at 6 p.m., film starts around 6:30 p.m., and cleanup is at 8:15 p.m. Most of Make Hartford’s events are all ages, but this specific one is not. They say “Children strongly discouraged from attending. Parents, you take responsibility for their reactions and questions, and if they start singing any of the songs at school which may require you to explain things to their teachers.” Free, but donations always welcome.



Infinity Bistro (32 Front Street) hosts its weekly free open mic night. They say: “Whether you like to listen to great music or are an aspiring performer who wants to showcase your talents, be sure to join us every Sunday to enjoy our local talent! Performers sign up after 6:30pm.” Music at 7:30 p.m.

February 29

Arch Street Tavern hosts the Hartford Jazz Orchestra on Mondays at 8 p.m. Free show.

Monday = Vinyl Night at Little River Restoratives (405 Capitol Avenue). This is a rotation of local guest DJs. No cover, but support the local economy by purchasing something. They have some beer, wine, and punch specials. 8 p.m. until late.

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