Connecticut Destinations and Events

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Jack-O’Lantern Spectacular moves to Norwalk, Connecticut for 2008

After a successful run of 6 seasons at Rhode Island’s Roger Williams Zoo and McCoy Stadium, New England’s biggest Jack-O’Lantern lighted display will be hosted at the Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk, Connecticut during October 2008.
If you’ve never been to one of these before then you’re in for a treat. You’ll find thousands of [...]

6Oct2008 | Cliff Calderwood | 1 comment | Continued
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“Lather Man” Strikes in South Windsor, Connecticut

There’s a new attraction in South Windsor, Connecticut. You won’t find it in any attractions brochure or on a site-seeing map, and it’ll be in town for only a day or two, but if you’re a suds fan, you might want to visit the Evergreen Walk area of town as soon as possible.
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5Sep2008 | James H. Hyde | 1 comment | Continued
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The Most Popular Theme and Water Parks of New England

This doesn’t profess to be a complete list of theme and water parks in New England but it includes the largest and the most popular parks and covers each state in the region. Baked into these nine parks are enough exciting hours to satisfy the thrill-seeking hunger of any teenager. There’s also plenty of fun [...]

5Jun2008 | Cliff Calderwood | 2 comments | Continued
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5 Things to Do in Litchfield Connecticut

The town and surrounding area of Litchfield Connecticut provides a number of outdoor activities for visitors. Nestled deep in the northwest region of Connecticut and in the scenic area known as the Litchfield Hills this destination makes a wonderful day trip.
As readers of this blog already know I publish posts every now and then on [...]

24May2008 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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The Coastal Wine Trail of Southeastern New England - A Getaway for Wine Lovers

While California gets the bulk of attention when it comes to market share of dollars and visitors to any wine growing region in the U.S., over the last 30 years many other states have entered into the fray and it’s definitely not a one state show anymore.
But it can take many years for a vineyard [...]

2May2008 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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New England Maple Syrup Resource List

Spring time in New England means maple syrup making season is upon us. While you can buy maple syrup any week of the year in New England, the sap is only tapped from the special maple trees and made into syrup in the New England states for a brief six weeks during the spring months.
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28Mar2008 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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Connecticut Sugarhouses are Boiling up a Steam

While the ski slopes of northern New England are greeting families on winter vacation with abundant snow, Connecticut Sugarhouses are preparing for the start of their maple sugaring season.
And this is what makes New England so fascinating and diverse.
While one part is still locked in ice and snow and the grip of winter, [...]

23Feb2008 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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Quiet Places in New England

New England cities can be anything but the quietest places on earth, and if you’ve had enough of the same old tourist traps and the sounds of today’s hectic life, then here’s some places in New England to visit where you can be re-energized and hear-a-pin drop…
These next places require some travel so look to [...]

11Oct2007 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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Haunted Headquarters for Halloween Adventures

If Massachusetts has Salem for its Halloween headquarters then surely Connecticut can point to Litchfield Hills as its main contender for the title.
For the next month the region hosts returning Halloween favorites and a cauldron of new suprises. Dracula, Frankenstein and other heroes of the horrors will be on hand and ghouls and goblins [...]

9Oct2007 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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Here’s a Round-up of Fall Country Fairs in Northwest Connecticut…

A rich tradition of country fairs in Connecticut’s Northwest Hills is “on tap” again for fall of 2007. Traditional fall fairs in New England include a generous helping of livestock activities, regional cooking, entertainers, rides, and general family fun.

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23Aug2007 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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Spring Fly Fishing in Connecticut

While many parts of northern New England are still locked in snow and ice, places in Southern New England are enjoying the spring thaw.
While officially spring came to the northern hemisphere nearly two weeks ago, April is when I feel it’s really arrived for trout fishing in Connecticut’s Litchfield Hills.
The Cornwall area on the Housatonic [...]

5Apr2007 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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Don’t Miss these Daring Feats at Salisbury in the Litchfield Hills of Connecticut

There’s a few activities I’ve come across in my life that suggest you’ve gotta be a little crazy to do them. In this list I include “climbing Mt. Everest”, “Bungee Jumping”, and “Bobsleigh Competition.”
Now don’t get me wrong I admire anybody that does those things but it’s not likely you’ll catch me doing them. Although [...]

31Jan2007 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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Stop the Press! Cupid is Exploring New England for Romantic Getaways

I’ve discovered from my contacts throughout the region that Cupid is looking for special locations for romantic winter getaways in New England. It appears Cupid is particularly interested in places that pamper and lavish TLC on its visitors.
With Valentine’s Day just a few weeks away Cupid is busy sending out New England getaway suggestions using [...]

25Jan2007 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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The Annual American Bald Eagle Watch in Connecticut is in Full Swing Here…

As the skiing season activities get into full swing in New England other more serine pastimes also become available to offer a break from the “cabin fever” season.
One such pastime is the American bald eagle watch. When lakes and rivers freeze in New England the bald eagle has to travel to spots where the rivers [...]

8Jan2007 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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New England’s Favorite Christmas Town

Connecticut’s little town of Bethlehem, a quaint, quiet village in the Litchfield Hills, is transformed each December, when it becomes New England’s favorite Christmas Town.
Thousands of visitors arrive to mail their Christmas cards with a Bethlehem postmark and to enjoy the gala Christmas Town Festival.

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28Nov2006 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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Celebrate these Things During the Holiday Season in Litchfield Hills

The Litchfield Hills in Northwest Connecticut is a popular destination spot during the summer and fall months. But this beautiful area is a well-guarded secret delight during the holiday season.
Here are some popular suggestions to both enjoy the holiday season and discover the towns and area of Litchfield.

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14Nov2006 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued