“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

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.

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).

“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.

“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.

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.

“The Boys Next Door”
Feb. 3-4, 10-12, 16-18, Fri.-Sat. 8pm, Sun. 2pm, Thurs. 7:30pm
Price: Adults-$16, Seniors & Students-$13, Children (under 12)-$9
Burton Leavitt Theatre
            779 Main St
            Willimantic, CT
(860)423-2245
www.windhamtheatreguild.org
An Off-Broadway success and 1996 television film featuring Nathan Lane, The Boys Next Door is a warm, touching and wonderfully funny look into the lives of four mentally disabled men sharing a communal residence in New England. It's a day in the lives of Jack, Norman, Lucien, Arnold and Barry. Who under the watchful eye of their sincere, but increasingly weary caregiver Jack, tackle the daily 'little things' in life with poignant and sometimes hilarious results. This tenderly written play is a heartwarming reminder that all of us, regardless of our abilities, want only to love, laugh and find meaning and purpose in our lives.

“Fire and Ice” – A Mad Science Spectacular Stage Show
Sat. Feb. 4th, 2pm
Price: Adults-$15, Seniors-$13
Playhouse On Park
            244 Park Rd
            West Hartford, CT
(860)523-5900
www.playhouseonpark.org
This show is comprised of two major parts. The first part deals with fire and the properties of combustion! We contrast the properties of combustion with regular paper and specially treated MAD SCIENCE paper. We demonstrate fire’s use of oxygen to pull an egg magically into a flask!

The ice half of the show uses dry ice to illustrate the different states of matter. We cover concepts such as solid, liquid, gas, melting, evaporation, and sublimation. Using the dry ice we make ordinary silverware squeak, we simulate the making of soda, demonstrate the CO2 bubble bath and shower and reveal the secret behind some of Hollywood’s special effects!

“Oliver!”
Feb. 4th-5th, Sat. 2pm & 7:30pm, Sun. 2pm
Price: Adults-$25, Children-$20
Ridgefield Playhouse
            80 East Ridge Rd
            Ridgefield, 06877
(203)438-5795
www.ridgefieldplayhouse.org
This story of an orphaned boy living in a workhouse premiered in London in 1960, then hit Broadway in 1963 and was made into a musical film in 1968 which won six Academy awards including "Best Picture." The most recent revival of Oliver! was last year in London for its 50th anniversary, a testament to the staying power of this classical musical. Presented by Sabrina Encore Productions.

“Rochambeau in Connecticut”
Sat. Feb. 4th, 1pm
Price: FREE
Gunn Memorial Museum
            5 Wykeham Rd
            Washington, CT
(860)868-7756
www.gunnlibrary.org
In commemoration of the 234th anniversary of one of the most important events in French-American history, the signing of the French-American Alliance on February 6, 1778 in Paris, the Gunn Memorial Museum will host the lecture Rochambeau in Connecticut and a book signing with Jini Jones Vail, the author of Rochambeau: Washington's Ideal Lieutenant. A French General's Role in the American Revolution.

Asian New York Celebration
Sat. Feb. 4th, Noon-3pm
Price: FREE with Zoo admission.
Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo
            1875 Noble Ave.
            Bridgeport, CT
(203)394-6565
www.beardsleyzoo.org
Join your Zoo friends in celebrating the Year of the Dragon with special stories, crafts, a children’s parade, and many more fun activities. Snow date is February 11th.

Chris Botti in Concert
Sat. Feb. 4th, 2pm
Price: $32.50
The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts
            166 Capitol Ave.
            Hartford, CT
(860)987-5900
www.bushnell.org
Since the release of his critically acclaimed CD "When I Fall In Love," Chris Botti has become America's largest selling American jazz instrumentalist. His success has crossed over to audiences usually reserved for pop music and he has recorded and performed with the best in music including Frank Sinatra, Sting, Josh Groban, Michael Bublé, Paul Simon, John Mayer, Andrea Bocelli, and Steven Tyler.

Family Program: Valentines for Kids
Sat. Feb. 4th, Drop-in between 10am-1pm.
Price: FREE
Connecticut Historical Society
             One Elizabeth St
             Hartford, CT
(860)236-5621
www.chs.org
Instead of buying your Valentine cards this year, join us and create unique and personal cards inspired by Valentines from long ago. Bring your own supplies or use those that we provide. This FREE program is great for all ages! FREE on-site parking is available.

February Film Series
Sat. Feb. 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th, Sat. only, 2pm
Price: FREE with admission.
Mashantucket Pequot Museum and Research Center
            110 Pequot Trail
            Mashantucket, CT
(800)411-6971
www.pequotmuseum.org
February Film Series: The Legacy of Indian Boarding Schools.

Free Admission for Kids
Sat. Feb. 4th, 9am-5pm
Price: Adults-$15
Mashantucket Pequot Museum & Research Center
            110 Pequot Trail
             Mashantucket, 06339
(800)411-9671
www.pequotmuseum.org
A visit to the Museum is a great way to spend time with the kids, and the Museum is making a visit even better because all children ages 15 and younger are admitted free.

Johannes Moller
Sat. Feb. 4th, 8pm
Price: $20
University of Connecticut Greater Hartford Campus
            1800 Asylum Ave.
            West Hartford, CT
(860)249-1132
www.ct.guitar.org
The Swedish guitarist and composer Johannes Moller has captivated audiences throughout the world with charismatic and soulful performances. He is the Guitar Foundation of America International Competition Winner.

Tuscan Teens
Sun. Feb. 5th, Noon-3pm
Price: $65
Hunt Hill Farm
             44 Upland Rd
             New Milford, CT
(860)355-0300
www.hunthillfarmtrust.org
An afternoon of warming Ruscan recipes including: Italian Wedding Soup, Potato Gnocchi, Chicken Cacciatore and Stomboli. For dessert you will prepare a selection of Biscotti served with homemade Chocolate Gelato. For ages 12-17.  Registration required.

The Many Love Songs of Frank Sinatra
Sun. Feb. 5th, 3pm
Price: FREE will offering.
Mooreland Hill School
            166 Lincoln St
(860)826-6344
www.newbritainsymphony.org
For the second year the New Britain Symphony offers a special program to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Gilbert Gigliotti, New Britain Symphony Board member, Central Connecticut State University professor of English and Latin, and noted Sinatra expert, author and lecturer, will examine the music of the man who is considered the greatest interpreter of popular song ever. The presentation of “ol’ blue eyes” will be through the lens of his most significant and popular recordings about romance and heartbreak. From “All or Nothing At All” to “(Love is) The Tender Trap,” you will get a kick out of learning how Frank’s songs became the soundtrack of 20th century romance.  Reception to follow.

Run for Refugees
Sun. Feb 5th, 10am
Price: $15-$25
Wilbur Cross High School, East Rock Park
             181 Mitchell Dr
             New Haven, CT
(203)481-5933
www.jbsports.com
Celebrate two great traditions: The Super Bowl and Welcoming Refugees. The race benefits Integrated Refugee & Immigrant Services (IRIS) who help refugees and other displaced people establish new lives, regain hope and contribute to the vitality of Connecticut's communities.
 Make sure to stick around after the race for a warm, post race party filled with delicious international food and drinks and live entertainment.

EDITOR: Elizabeth Cotnoir

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