8 Things To Do This Weekend: Women Take Flight, Maple Syrup Demos & Goat Cuddles
On Saturday, enjoy the inspiring Women Take Flight program at the New England Air Museum. Participate in hands-on activities and hear from female pilots.
The Hartford Marathon Foundation season opens Saturday morning with the O'Shenanigans 5K and Wee Mile, starting at Kinsmen Brewing Company.
Things To Do 8 Things To Do This Weekend: Professional Bull Riders, Frosty Shamrocks & Chili Fest
See the fascinating process of turning sap into syrup on Saturday during Maple Day at the Stanley Whitman House. Hear from an expert on living history.
Through the end of March on Saturdays and Sundays, see the fascinating process of making maple syrup at Lamothe's Sugar House. Tours are 30 minutes long.
On Saturday, head to a 25th birthday bash for Stepping Stones Museum for Children featuring professional circus acts and circus-themed activities.
Saturday, head to the Silo Indoor Winter Farmer's Market at Hunt Hill Farm where folks can shop for local goods while listening to the music of a Steinway piano.
Sunday, cuddle with a goat at Lyman Orchards. Animal lovers big and small will adore a 15 minute session with these cute animals, bringing joy and smiles!
Sunday, see A Man Named Cash at The Palace Danbury, a tribute to the iconic music and unforgettable story of Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash.
Here's an extra: the Courthouse O'Putnam 5K, another St. Patty's Day Run, is taking place on Sunday.
Please send information about future events to Sarah.Cody@wtnh.com.
Have a great weekend, Everyone!
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