Looking for ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Hamden this year? We’ve got some great suggestions! First, you may want to impress your valentine with a bit of history on this holiday: One legend contends that St. Valentine was a priest who served during the third century in Rome. When Emperor Claudius II outlawed marriage for young men - his crop of potential soldiers - Valentine defied this unjust decree and continued to perform marriages for young lovers in secret. When Valentine’s actions were discovered, Claudius ordered that he be put to death. It is believed that while Valentine was in prison, he fell in love with a young girl - who may have been his jailer’s daughter - who visited him during his confinement. Before his death, it is alleged that he wrote her a letter, which he signed ‘From your Valentine,’ an expression that is still in use today.
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Where to Catch the Super Bowl in Norwalk
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Super Bowl Sunday is slightly more than one week away, do you have your plans yet? As the most anticipated sporting event of the entire year, people host parties and plan their entire weekend around the event. Even those that aren’t necessarily the biggest football fans enjoy watching the Super Bowl for the creative and entertaining commercials. Basically, almost every television in the United States will be tuned in to the Super Bowl on February 7th.
Believe me, we absolutely understand if you would rather spend the day at one of Norwalk’s sports bars than hosting a bunch of friends at your house. For residents at the Norwalk apartments Morningside Gardens, here is a list of some the best nearby places to catch Super Bowl XLIV:
- The Black Bear Saloon - The Black Bear SONO has 33 plasma screens and projector screens, all of which will be showing the big game. Basically, no matter where you are seated in the restaurant, you’ll have a great view of all the tackles, touch downs and field goals. Read More→
Chocolate Festival in New Haven
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Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, but New Haven wants you to get into the spirit a little early. So, on January 30th, they are hosting the most delicious event of the winter - a chocolate festival. The event has a lot more to it than different types of chocolate on display - it is a friendly culinary competition of professional and amateur chocolatiers. Basically, you’ll get to see and try things at this festival that you’ve never experienced before. As an attendee, you can sample delectable chocolate treats and participate in a silent auction full of professional entries. For the public, the festivities - public tasting, socializing, silent auction and voting for the People’s Choice Award - begin at 1:00 p.m and conclude only two hours later at 3:00 p.m. It’s not an all-day event, so you’ll want to make sure you are on time in order to savor these amazing treats.
The event takes place in the Thomas Golden Student Center at St. Thomas More Church in New Haven. It’s only $10 to get in and that includes nine samples and one non-alcoholic drink. Of course, you are free to give more than $10 and remember to bring more your checkbook so you can bid on things during the silent auction. All proceeds go to the Montessori School on Edgewood. Read More→
Free Fitness Classes at St. Raphael’s in New Haven
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It’s a good possibility that losing weight was one of your resolutions for the New Year. It seems “get in shape” is on everyone’s list, and that you always start the year completely motivated and driven. But, after a couple of weeks juggling work, kids, life and a tight budget, you find yourself not making it to the gym as regularly and running through the drive thru more often. Well, St. Raphael’s Hospital in New Haven wants you to achieve all of your fitness goals and is making it easy by offering free classes. Here are the three classes you can choose from:
Gentle Yoga
Mondays
5:15 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.
McGivney Center Conference Room
While the course is FREE, pre-registration is required. Call 203-789-3488.
Nutrition and You
Every Monday at 9:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. Read More→
Join Us for a Resident Appreciation Happy Hour
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At CTBestApts.com, we love our residents. And, to help show just how much our residents mean to us, we are hosting a Resident Appreciation Happy Hour at the Black Bear Saloon in Stamford. The event will be on Thursday, January 28th, and attendees can benefit from $2 drinks (from 6 pm to 8 pm) and $5 appetizers (from 6 pm to 7 pm) . $2 drinks include mixed drinks, draft beer and wine - can you possibly think of a better reason to start the weekend early?
This is a great opportunity to meet neighbors and shake off those winter blues. And, you are more than welcome to bring friends and coworkers to the party - the more the merrier! In order to benefit from the discounted drinks and appetizers, you’ll need a special bracelet that shows you are with Connecticut’s best apartments. So, be sure to RSVP to Sandra at skurimai [at] ceebraid [dot] com. Of course, we’ll save some extra bracelets for walk-ins at the door. Read More→
See Avatar in IMAX
By · CommentsConsidering the movie has already surpassed the $1 billion sales mark worldwide, there is a good chance that you have already seen James Cameron’s latest film Avatar. However, there is nothing like catching an epic adventure, such as this one, on the IMAX screen. The Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk is home to an IMAX screen that is six stories tall and as wide as two tractor-trailer trucks parked nose-to-tail. Plus, the whole theater is wired with a laser aligned, 10,000 watt, digital surround system. Basically, these characteristics are a fancy way of saying that the IMAX experience will make you think you are actually a part of the movie. The richness of the color and incredible magnification of detail will ensure you pick up on every aspect of the film. So, make plans to see this historic film once more, only this time experience IMAX. For those that have yet to see the film, check out the trailer below:
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Downtown New Haven offers See, Sip, Savor!
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The city of New Haven is certainly doing its best to give back to area residents. Now through June 1, 2010, New Haven’s restaurants invite you to sample a taste of the city’s culinary renaissance before or after you enjoy a show at one of the city’s award-winning theaters. Enjoy a $29 3-course pre fixe dinner menu or many restaurants are also offering a $19 pre fixe lunch menu. To take advantage of this offer, make sure you reserve accordingly, as you must be seated either before 6 p.m. or after 9 p.m. Visit www.infonewhaven.com/seesipsavor for more info or visit www.infonewhaven.com/2822 for a list of theaters and shows.
Additionally, now through February 14, 2010, if you buy anything at any downtown restaurant or shop, you’ll be rewarded. Spend $50 or more, and you’re eligible for a free drink voucher. Spend $100 or more and you’ll get a free movie ticket, and if you spend $200 or more you’ll get both! Read More→
Ice Skating at Stamford Twin Rinks
By · CommentsWhether you want to get more exercise and get back into shape for the New Year, or spend a little quality time with your family and friends, Stamford Twin Rinks provides the perfect activity: Ice skating! It’s always a perk to get your exercise in without even realizing you are getting a work out. No matter your skill level, ice skating is a great activity that anyone can participate in, especially at Stamford Twin Rinks. You are free to enjoy the rink at your own pace while listening to all of your favorite songs of today and yesterday. The upbeat music really helps get you into the groove.
Shoreline Train Show in Branford
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Have you always had a special fascination for trains? Or can your little ones just not get enough of Thomas the Train? Or, do you not have any plans for Saturday, January 9th? The go ahead and make plans for you and the entire family to attend the annual Shoreline Train Show in Branford. The 2010 event will be held on Saturday, January 9, 2010 at The United Methodist Church of Branford located at 811 East Main Street, Branford from 9 am to 3 pm.
Whether you are a train connoisseur or a novice, you are sure to be entertained at the Train Show. For the shoppers out there, take your time perusing the many vendors that will be selling apparel, crafts and other locomotive-related items. There will be three operating layouts, S gauge, O gauge and HO gauge. This show is for all ages, and there will be door prizes every hour. If you get hungry, don’t worry because food will be served throughout the day. Read More→
Discounted Day Trips and Getaways
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One of the best things about Connecticut is its proximity to so many great places. This holiday season, residents can travel with ease and avoid stress and traffic by taking advantage of fantastic travel deals and packages.
Amtrak has lowered their Northeast Regional fares and is now offering 25% off tickets booked 14 days in advance. For example, Boston is only a few hours from Stamford by train, and with the discounted rates, fares start at $41 each way. Or, Philadelphia fares start at $36 each way, Washington, D.C. fares start from $54 each way and Providence, RI can be seen starting at $33 each way.
The Metro North railroad is also offering specials on train fares, package deals with Broadway shows (including the Radio City Christmas Spectacular), world-renowned casinos and other great attractions in the New York area. Read More→
