Little Women
Fri. Jan. 13th-Sun. Jan. 29th
Price: Adults-$22, Children(17 & under) & Senior Citizens-$17
HCT’s Carriage House Theatre
            360 Farmington Ave
            Hartford, CT
(860)249-7970
www.hartfordchildrenstheatre.org
This musical version of Alcott's timeless coming-of-age story follows the adventures of Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy March as they grow up in Civil War America. The beloved story of the March sisters deals with issues as relevant today as when they were written.  Little Women embodies the complete theatrical experience, guaranteeing a night filled with laughter, tears, and a lifting of the spirit. The powerful score celebrates personal discovery, heartache and hope as a young America finds its voice during a time of challenge and transformation.

 “Pinkalicious”
Sun. Jan. 15th-Feb. 19th, Sat. and Sun. 11am & 1:30pm
Price: $18
Downtown Cabaret Theatre
             263 Golden Hill St
             Bridgeport, CT
(203)576-1636
www.dtcab.com
Pinkalicious cannot stop eating pink cupcakes despite warnings from her parents. Her pink indulgence lands her at the doctor's office with pinkititis, an affliction that turns her pink from head to toe - a dream come true for this pink loving enthusiast. But when her hue goes too far, only Pinkalicious can figure out a way to get out of this predicament.

18th Annual Holiday Train Show
ends Feb. 12th, 10am-5pm(daily)
Price: Adults $8, Children Ages 6-12 $5, Ages 5 & Younger-FREE
Connecticut River Museum
            67 Main St
            Essex, CT
(860)767-8269
www.ctrivermuseum.org

Museum Exhibit
2nd Annual West Hartford Art League Elected Artists Exhibit
Jan. 12th-Jan. 29th(daily)
West Hartford Art League
             69 Raymond Rd
             West Hartford, CT
Museum/Gallery Exhibit.

Member Art Show
Jan. 7th-Feb. 25, Artist reception Jan. 21st from 7pm-10pm.
Price: FREE
Easton Public Library
            691 Morehouse Rd
            Easton, CT
(203)374-0705
www.eastonartscouncil.org
Show showcases paintings, photography and sculpture, presented by Easton Arts Council.

The January Exhibit at the Geary Gallery: “Connecticut Landscapes, the Paintings of George Stewart
Jan. 4th-Jan. 31st, Wed.’s-Sat.’s 9:30am-5pm
Price: No admission fee.
Geary Gallery
            576 Boston Post Rd
            Darien, CT
(203)655-6633
www.gearygallery.com
The Geary Gallery is pleased to announce its January exhibit, “Connecticut Landscapes, the Paintings of George Stewart.” The works of this prestigious artist and Ridgefield resident will be on display throughout the month of January. The Geary Gallery, the premier art gallery of Fairfield County for contemporary representational art, offers a rotating schedule of monthly exhibits. Art lovers are invited to view Mr. Stewart’s emotive landscapes this month, and admission is free.

iQuilt presents Hartford Winterfest
Nov. 25th-Feb. 20th
Price: FREE
Bushnell Park
            Jewell St
            Hartford, CT
www.hartford.com
Featuring public skating (rentals free), carousel rides, lighting illuminations throughout the park and other downtown venues.
Public skating, Nov. 25-Feb. 20, daily 11 a.m.-9 p.m. (closing 5 p.m. Dec. 24 & 25).

Color in January Art Show and Sale in Newtown
Sat. Jan. 21st-Sun. Jan. 29th, 10am-4pm
Lexington Gardens
            32 Church Hill Rd
            Newtown, CT
www.scanart.org
Society of Creative Arts of Newtown\'s Color in January Art Show & Sale at Lexington Gardens, takes place from 10 AM to 4 PM and includes original art for sale as well as artist demonstrations at 12:30 on weekends.

“The Sty of the Blind Pig”
Fri. Jan. 20th-Feb. 26th, Tues.-Thurs. 7:30pm, Fri. & Sat. 8pm, weekend matinees 2:30pm
Price: $17-$63
TheaterWorks
            233 Pearl St
            Hartford, CT
(860)527-7838
www.theaterworkshartford.org
Set in southside Chicago in the late 1950s, this rich family drama looks back at a world that is changing and ahead towards greater change still to come.

“Run! Jump! Fly! Adventures in Action”
Jan. 21st-April 29th, Mon.-Sun. 10am-5pm
Price: $14
Stepping Stones Museum for Children
            303 West Ave
            Norwalk, CT
(203)899-0606
www.steppingstonesmuseum.org
This exhibtion motivates children to get moving by making physical activity fun. Four adventure scenes and an "action star training center" provide imaginative settings where children can try out surfing, kung fu, yoga, climbing and more.
 Featuring the exciting theme of action-adventures popular in children's books and movies, the exhibit invites visitors to put their balance, strength, endurance and coordination to the test through playful, non-competitive physical challenges. As they go through the exhibit, children track their progress on Action Trackers and receive a stamp for each activity they try. A take-home 3-Day Mission Action Tracker also accompanies the exhibit and encourages visitors to log 60 minutes of physical activity a day.

Chucho Valdes with the Afro Cuban Messengers
Fri. Jan. 27th-Sat. Jan. 28th, 8pm
Price: $34-$55
Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts
            2132 Hillside Rd
            Storrs, CT
(860)486-4226
www.jorgensen.uconn.edu
Hailed as “the dean of Latin jazz” and “one of the world’s great virtuosic pianists” by The New York Times, multi-Grammy Award-winner Chucho Valdés has recorded over eighty CD’s during his illustrious career, performing with countless jazz masters, including Herbie Hancock, Dizzy Gillespie, Wynton Marsalis and Chick Corea.

"Whether Chucho Valdés is performing a gentle ballad or a rousing foot-stomper, his joy in playing and his love of the music always shines through. He can tickle the ivories with the soft grace of Bill Evans and dazzle with the thunderous dexterity of Art Tatum or Oscar Peterson." – All About Jazz
Jorgensen Cabaret – Voted "Best Cabaret" By Connecticut Magazine for 2011
 There is nothing like a Jorgensen Cabaret Series event for sheer enjoyment and relaxation. It is the best entertainment around in a cozy nightclub setting with candlelit tables on the floor. Sandwiches, dessert, alcohol and other beverages are available for purchase. Doors open at 7 p.m.

CMTA Hartford Boat Show
Jan. 27th-Jan. 29th, Fri.- Noon-9pm, Sat.- 10am-9pm, Sun.- 10am-5pm
Price: Adults-$12, Children(under 12)-FREE
Connecticut Convention Center
            100 Columbus Blvd
            Hartford, CT
(860)767-2645
www.hartfordboatshow.com
Premier boat show featuring the finest display of boats including personal water craft, fishing and recreational in all sizes. Professional speakers, fun seminars, accessory and service booths.

“Jack and the Beanstalk”
Sat. Jan. 28th, 11am-2pm
Price: $15
Ridgefield Playhouse
            80 East Ridge Rd
            Ridgefield, CT
(203)438-5795
www.ridgefieldplayhouse.org
Jack and the Beanstalk spins the tale of trading the family cow for three magic beans
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Around the World Performance Series: Csurdongolo Folk Ensemble with Eletfa
Sat. Jan. 28th, 2pm
Price: $14
Stepping Stones Museum for Children
            303 West Ave
            Norwalk, CT
(203)899-0606
www.steppingstonesmuseum.org
Take a tour of Hungarian culture through dance, songs, music and costumes with one of America’s leading ethnic dance ensembles and the best known Hungarian folk music band in the United States.

Cut it Out: The Local History & Practice of Ice Harvesting
Sat. Jan. 28th, 11am-2pm
White Memorial Conservation Center
             80 Whitehall Rd (off Rte 202)
             Litchfield, CT
(860) 567-0857
www.whitememorialcc.org
Ice harvested from Bantam Lake was used for refrigeration throughout the year. Begin in the Museum with a visit to the Ice House display, then outdoors for a walk down the Lake Trail to visit the old ice house ruins. The program culminates with their own "Cut Ups" demonstrating how ice was cut and moved using the same tools and methods. Wear warm boots and prepare for wind and sun.

Eagle Watches on the Connecticut River
January 28, 2012 - March 3, 2012, Meet at The Audubon Shop at 7:35 a.m., return to Madison at 1:15 p.m.
Price: $20 (includes lunch).
The Audubon Shop
            907 Boston Post Rd.
           Madison, 06443
(203) 245-9056
www.theaudubonshop.com
Each winter the bald eagle make their way down the Connecticut River. Land-based guided tour of several sites along the River, bring binoculars. Followed by a luncheon at Oliver's Tavern in Essex. Pre-registration required.

Greenwich Symphony Orchestra
Sat. Jan. 28th 8pm, Sun. Jan. 29th 4pm
Price: $10-$30
Greenwich High School
            Hillside Rd.
            Greenwich, 06830
(203) 869-2664
www.greenwichsym.org
Classical orchestra concert by 85-member professional orchestra. Program includes Handel, Bartok, and Schumann.

Alice Meets Shakespeare
Sun. Jan. 29th, 2pm-4pm
Price: Free with museum admission, children (5 and under) free.
Fairfield Museum and History Center
            370 Beach Rd.
            Fairfield, 06824
(203) 259-1598
www.fairfieldhistory.org/event-calendar/
Enjoy a fun-filled day of games, crafts and theatre highlighting the story of Alice in Wonderland, William Shakespeare, and the stars of Fairfield county theatre. Co-sponsored with the Fairfield Arts Center.

The Cast of Beatlemania
Sat. Jan. 28th, 8pm
Price: $47.50
Ridgefield Playhouse
            80 East Ridge Rd.
            Ridgefield, 06877
(203) 438-5795
www.ridgefieldplayhouse.org
An event that features some of the best pop music ever recorded. The Beatles' timeless hits marked a generation when they emerged from Liverpool, and today's iPod fans rock to it, too. The "Cast" recreates the original sights and sounds with the costumes, skill and production quality that bring it all back through the music.

Cross Country Ski Trip Through the Pines
Sun. Jan. 29th, 10:45am
White Memorial Conservation Center
            80 Whitehall Rd. (off Rte. 202)
            Litchfield, 06759
(860) 567-0857
www.whitememorialcc.org
The fruits of labor will be rewarded with refreshments served by a roaring campfire.

EDITOR: Elizabeth Cotnoir

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