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THE PLAYBOOK by 📋✨Your ultimate guide to Food • Fun • Community across CT (June 17–22).💾Save this post, tag your crew, ...
06/16/2026

THE PLAYBOOK by 📋✨
Your ultimate guide to Food • Fun • Community across CT (June 17–22).

💾Save this post, tag your crew, and lock in your plans!

Wednesday, June 17
Eastside Farmers Market: 4:30-7pm | Spruce St, Manchester. Shop .kafesabon & more! .farmersmarket

June 18–21 (Thurs–Sun)
Father’s Day Pop-Up: Glastonbury &
June 19–21 (Fri–Sun)
2nd Juneteenth Carnival: Weekend celebration

Friday, June 19 (Juneteenth!)
Juneteenth Jamboree: 4pm | New Haven Green
Juneteenth in the Plaza: 5:30-8:30pm | Temple Plaza . Drinks by & vendors like
Summerween Night Market: 6:30-9:30pm |

Saturday, June 20
Cafe Con Flow: 8:15am | Summer Solstice
Gears N Grub Car Show: 10am-2pm | Burlington. Free!
Q***r Basketball: 11am-2pm | Kennedy Park, West Hartford
Bridging Freedom Juneteenth: 11am-9pm | Riverfront Recapture
Puddlefest 2026: 11am-10pm | New Hartford
Juneteenth Village & Marketplace: 1pm | New Haven Green
Sip & Savor: 2-6pm | Patio
Tacos & Tequila Fiesta: 2-6pm | Rainmaker Expo Center
Wooster Sq Art Bazaar Night Market: 5-10pm | Russo Park
Main Street Summer Sale: Old Wethersfield
Bloom Play Cafe Grand Opening: Southington .play.cafe
250th Celebration Marketplace: Simpson Court, Wallingford. Shop & more!
Jo Dee Messina Live: 8pm | Great Cedar Showroom

Sunday, June 21 (Father’s Day!)
Father’s Day Mini Golf: 12-4pm |

R&B Sundaze: 4-9pm |

Monday, June 22
Retro Gaming Pop-Up: 5-7pm | with . Free for all ages!

Follow & for the best CT food and events!

Ladies: Father’s Day is this weekend. 🚨 If you still haven’t figured out what to get him, I’ve got you covered.Let’s ski...
06/16/2026

Ladies: Father’s Day is this weekend. 🚨

If you still haven’t figured out what to get him, I’ve got you covered.

Let’s skip the generic stuff this year and hook your husband up with an experience he’ll actually talk about. From foodies to adrenaline junkies, here are 9 incredible Connecticut spots to surprise him with:

🍔 For the Foodie:
CT’s first and largest creator forward food festival! Let him eat his way through over 20+ local food vendors and restaurants, while linking up with 40+ featured content creators. Hosted by & .

🏎️ For the Speed Demon:
Watch a live race, book a professional driving lesson, or lock in track time to let him rip the road!

💈For the Man Who Deserves a Details Day:
Lock in a fresh cut, beard trim, and a classic shave.

Treat him to a head spa or facial. They’ve teamed up with to celebrate Father’s Day & Men’s Mental Health Month!

🏹 For the Adventurous Type:
Let him tap into his inner kid with Archery Dodgeball, Foam Blaster Battles, and more.

⚡ For the Comic Lover:
Grab tickets to meet iconic comic book artists, pop culture legends, and shop collectibles.

🍻 For the Brew & Cafe Lover:
Book a Brewery or Coffee Trail ride for a pedal-powered tour through the city.

🍺 For the Craft Beer Fan:
Soak up the summer weather on the Area 2 rooftop and explore the whole campus.

⚾ For the Sports Fan:
Nothing beats a day at the ballpark. Dunkin’ Park is always a guaranteed good time!

Which vibe fits your husband best? Let me know in the comments!

💾Save this post for your last minute planning, and follow & for more of the absolute best things to do in CT!

Things your husband actually wants for Father’s Day…Skip the generic gift cards and ties he will never wear. If you want...
06/12/2026

Things your husband actually wants for Father’s Day…

Skip the generic gift cards and ties he will never wear. If you want to give him something he will actually use and love, here are three things that are guaranteed wins.

1. A Custom Hat from

You can customize these with his favorite area code, hometown or message. It is the perfect thoughtful spin on a daily essential, and the quality is incredible. A portion of proceeds go to food banks in our neighborhoods!

2. The Essential Tee from

The ultimate elevated basic. These tees have the perfect heavyweight fit, clean drop shoulder, and premium feel. 100% carded cotton. It is an instant upgrade to his everyday wardrobe and priced at only $10. What’s even cooler, this brand was founded in Connecticut by !

3. 9060s

The ultimate mix of comfort and style. These are arguably the most comfortable sneakers on the market right now, and they look great with everything from shorts to cargos and they come in a bunch of different colors. My go to location to shop is at in South Windsor.

Share this with someone who needs some gift inspiration, and follow👉🏼 for more Father’s Day ideas. I have a few more coming soon!

THE PLAYBOOK by : 6/11-6/15 ✨Your ultimate directory to everything happening across Connecticut this week! We’ve sorted ...
06/11/2026

THE PLAYBOOK by : 6/11-6/15 ✨

Your ultimate directory to everything happening across Connecticut this week! We’ve sorted the state’s best events by the vibe so you can plan your week. Save this post to lock in your plans! 📌

🏳️‍🌈 PRIDE & COMMUNITY
• World Cup Watch & Night Market:
• Capital City Pride:
• Pride on Pratt:
• Manchester Pride: Northwest Park & North United Methodist Church
• Little Poland Festival: Broad St New Britain FREE

🍓 FESTIVALS, ART & MUSIC
• Art Exhibition: at
• Goshen Stampede:
• CT Sea Music Festival:
• Strawberry Festivals:
• Summer Art Stroll: x

🛍️ MARKETS, OPENINGS & FOOD
• Farm Pop-Up: at
• CT Open House Day: Free perks state-wide! Check
• Soft Opening: brewlab Rocky Hill
• Bookstore Pop-Up: at
• Thrifting Pop-Up: x
• Vintage Market: x
• Books & Bites Signing: Cromwell
• Sunset Bazaar:
• Hartbeats & Eats Pre-Show: at
• Sunday Markets: &
• Farmers Market: x

🧘 WORKSHOPS & EXPERIENCES
• Summer Mom Edition: x (Pre-reg)
• Flower Pressing: at (Pre-reg)
• Toy Story Play Date: (Pre-reg)
• 4 The Culture Mixer: .tcl at
• Summer Solstice Ball:
• Dads & Donuts: (Pre-reg)
• Summer of Soul Yoga:
• Craft of Crash Out: x at (RSVP)

Don’t miss a thing happening in the state!
Hit follow on and to keep your calendar packed!

Welcome to week two of Mental Health Mondays! 🧠✨ For the entire month of June, I’m using my page every Monday to showcas...
06/08/2026

Welcome to week two of Mental Health Mondays! 🧠✨

For the entire month of June, I’m using my page every Monday to showcase the incredible people and organizations doing the heavy lifting for wellness right here in Connecticut.

Today, we are shining a light on a massive pillar in our state: Mental Health Connecticut (MHC).
What makes MHC so incredible is their deep commitment to on the ground, everyday impact. They don’t just talk about mental health, they partner directly with individuals, families, and local communities to change the environments we live in.

Through their trauma informed and person centered approach, they meet people exactly where they are to provide a pathway toward long-term recovery. They are actively helping individuals secure safe housing, activate whole health living, find true purpose, and build meaningful community connections.

They are doing the real work to ensure that mental health is recognized as a fundamental part of our overall well being, creating a safer and more welcoming CT for everyone. 🤍

Head over to support their mission, check out their programs, or share their incredible resources!

Make sure you’re following and have notifications turned on so you don’t miss the rest of this June spotlight series.

Help us amplify this vital resource! Save this post for later and share it to your stories to spread the word across CT! 📲

See you next Monday for our next local spotlight.

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Paused for a moment of quiet at . ☕️ Sometimes you just need a great latte and a little bit of breathing room at . I gra...
06/05/2026

Paused for a moment of quiet at . ☕️

Sometimes you just need a great latte and a little bit of breathing room at .

I grabbed the Blueberry Cobbler Latte. It was the perfect mix of flavor and not overly sweet. If you’re looking for a summer favorite, this one is it!

Tag a friend who needs a coffee date and a reminder to slow down this week.

Fun Things to Do in CT June 2-7June 2-7Water for Elephants June 3Salons at Stowe: Pride Month Retro Gaming Pop-Up N...
06/02/2026

Fun Things to Do in CT June 2-7

June 2-7
Water for Elephants

June 3
Salons at Stowe: Pride Month
Retro Gaming Pop-Up New Haven
Kid Cudi

June 4
Jubilation Thursday
Teddy Swims at

June 5
Summerween Dance Party & Costume Bash
Main Street Salsa Series 5:30pm FREE

June 5-7
Pratt / Trumbull St, Hartford Street Festival is FREE to attend, portion of food proceeds benefit . Friday June 5 I’ll be a part of the Influencer Cookoff
Saybrook Sun Fest at Saybrook Point

June 6
Car Show 9a-3pm Monroe
Spring Fling 10a-5pm
Games & Culture Festival 10a-10pm
Hamden Fest 11a-4pm Hamden Town Center Park. Check out and more!
Ridgefield Pride in the Park 12-3pm Ballard Park
Middletown Pride 12-7pm
Hartford Dance Festival 12-8pm
Wild Wine Food & Beverage Safari
Music for Mental Health Benefit 6pm
Pups & Pours Block Party 4-8pm
MGK
Wethersfield Fireworks
Party with Pride 18+ 7-10pm

June 6-7
Kids Fest Kicks off featuring a special Meet & Greet

June 7
Community Run 9am Standish Park, Wethersfield
Summer Block Party 10a-1pm
24th Annual Downtown Milford Pirate’s Day 9a-3pm free to attend. Lisman Landing, Milford Historical Society, Milford Green
Cafe Con Flow .colombian 10am
11a-4pm Downtown Naugatuck
Gyal Dem Flea Market .oneness 12-5pm New Haven Shop, enjoy live music and grab drinks from
One Year Celebration Party 11a-2pm
2-5pm

👉🏼Follow and for your guide to CT events!
📥 DM to submit for the next playbook!

Welcome to week one of Mental Health Mondays! 🧠✨ For the entire month of June, I’m going to be using my page every Monda...
06/01/2026

Welcome to week one of Mental Health Mondays! 🧠✨

For the entire month of June, I’m going to be using my page every Monday to spotlight incredible people and organizations doing vital work right here in Connecticut.

Kicking us off today is a local non-profit doing absolute wonders in our community: Of A Sound Mind Inc.

Founded by Symone Lashae, this amazing Connecticut organization is actively breaking down barriers and shattering mental health stigmas. What makes their work so impactful is how they approach healing. Combining faith, peer support, and compassionate care to make sure no one in our community has to walk their journey alone.

I recently met Symone at a event and was really moved by her story and her “why”.

Head over to 👉🏼 show them some love, share their page, or check out their resources to see how you can support their mission!

Let’s come together to support, amplify, and uplift these vital local voices.

💾 Save this post and share it to your stories to help spread the word! 📲✨

See you next Monday for our next local spotlight.

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05/29/2026

Breaking News!!! Someone decided it was a good idea to trust me with cooking equipment in public🤣.

I honestly can’t believe they’re letting me do this, but the secret is out…I’m competing in the Influencer Cook Off next Friday at !

You definitely don’t want to miss a front row seat to me being a hot a** mess 🤣 .

Come out to experience incredible food, art, music, and community next Friday-Sunday on Pratt & Trumbull Streets in Hartford. Admission is FREE and a portion of all food purchases benefit .

Experience the BEST that Hartford County has to offer and help feed those in need! Head to HartfordTaste.com for full event details.

I’ll see you there! 🫡

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