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SUMMARY:Beat the Heat: Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Escape the heat with music at this free indoor music fest! Experience how culture influences music—and vice versa—as three diverse musical genres perform under one (air conditioned) roof. From bluegrass vibes\, to cool jazz tunes\, to salsa rhythms you can’t help but dance to\, enjoy these energizing live bands throughout the day. In between sets\, explore the Museum on a scavenger hunt to earn prizes\, or enjoy some cider tasting with New England Cider Company. Don’t forget to visit the on-site food truck for a relaxing picnic break! Open to the public\, all ages welcome. \n\nAccessibility Notice: The elevator that connects our auditorium wing to the rest of our building is currently out of order. Individuals using wheelchairs and/or unable to climb stairs will be able to enter the Museum using the auditorium lobby entrance. The concerts will be accessible via this entrance. To access the accessible bathroom and exhibitions\, the stair-free route will require exiting the building and re-entering through the courtyard. Staff will be available to assist with this process. We deeply apologize for this inconvenience. For any questions\, call 860-236-5621 x289 or email nbelanger@connecticutmuseum.org.  \nPerformance schedule: \n\n12 pm: The Ruta Beggars\nToe-tapping bluegrass tunes with early swing vibes.\n1:30 pm: The Steve Clarke Band\nCool jazz fused with funk and soul.\n3:30 pm: Mikata Salsa\nRhythmic salsa with fun Afro-Caribbean vibes!\n\nThroughout the day: \n\n\n\n11 am – 5 pm: La Cocina Cubana Food truck\nMember Perk!\nBe one of the first 50 Members to get tickets to Beat the Heat: Sunday and receive a $5 coupon (one her household) to La Cocina Cubana food truck! Receive your coupon at the check-in table upon arrival on Sunday\, August 4\, and present to the food truck when you order. Get tickets now to reserve your coupon!\n1 – 5 pm: Kona Ice snow cones\nNew England Cider Company cider tasting\nScavenger hunt and prizes\, and more!\n\n\n\nThis is a FREE event. Get free tickets today to reserve your spot. For more information on bands and vendors\, view the weekend webpage. \nGET TICKETS\nLooking for kid-friendly music activities? Visit us on Saturday\, August 3 for Beat the Heat’s family day! \n  \n 
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/beat-the-heat-sunday/
LOCATION:Connecticut Museum of Culture and History\, 1 Elizabeth St\, Hartford\, 06105
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SUMMARY:Inspire Center - New Theme!
DESCRIPTION:The Inspire Center brings history and problem-solving together in a hands-on creative space for visitors of all ages! Look closely at objects from the Connecticut Museum collection\, get inspired\, and work together to create something new. With objects and themes changing monthly\, you can enjoy unique experiences all year long! August’s challenge is to invent a new way to see in the dark. \nFor more information about this space\, please visit the Inspire Center webpage. Through the end of August\, the Inspire Center is open Fridays\, Saturdays and Sundays! These expanded hours are sponsored by CREC Museum Academy.  \nThe Inspire Center is included with Museum admission\, which is free the first weekend of the month! Free First Weekend includes free admission to the Museum for all ages and occurs the first Saturday and Sunday of every month.  \nQuestions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at 860-236-5621 x222\, or email kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org.
URL:https://www.connecticutmuseum.org/event/inspirecenteraugust2024/2024-08-04/
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SUMMARY:Bilingual Family Story Time
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special English-Spanish bilingual family story time with Linda Montanez from the Hartford Public Library! Surrounded by books in the exhibit Connecticut’s Bookshelf\, families will cozy up in beanbags\, listen to a story\, and then do some crafts! With a new book each time\, families can discover the many stories brought to life by Connecticut authors\, illustrators\, and storytellers. \nThis program falls on Free First Weekend\, which includes free admission to the museum for all ages and occurs the first Saturday and Sunday of every month. This program is great for children ages 6 and under – no pre-registration required. Questions? Contact Katerina Mazzacane\, Youth and Family Programs Manager\, at kmazzacane@connecticutmuseum.org or 860-236-5621 x222. \nAccessibility Notice: The wheelchair lift connecting our auditorium wing to our main building is currently out of order. Please call the front desk at 860-236-5621 for accessibility arrangements or any questions during this time. To access the Tavern Signs exhibition and Auditorium\, use the entrance to the Auditorium Lobby\, which is located to the left of the main entrance. For access to the main building\, please call the front desk and staff will be available to assist you in entering through the courtyard.
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