For the fifth time in the past six years, the Hartford Courant has recognized Eastern Connecticut State University in its “Top Workplaces” survey. With 961 employees, Eastern ranked fourth in the “large” category, and was the only higher education institution to be recognized among 61 organizations in Hartford, Middlesex, Tolland, Windham and New London counties. Results were … [Read more...] about The Courant Names Eastern a 2016 Top Workplace
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WALKTOBER IS HAPPENING NOW!
The Last Green Valley, Inc. (TLGV) is kicking off the 26th year of Walktober with a cavalcade of spectacular activities in the National Heritage Corridor! What started out as a “Walking Weekend” years ago has expanded to more than a month’s worth of adventures led by enthusiastic volunteers. Most activities are free and many are family-friendly. You can find it all in the … [Read more...] about WALKTOBER IS HAPPENING NOW!
Concert Series of Jazz Icons to Benefit Scholarship Program at Eastern Connecticut State University
Willimantic, CT — One of Connecticut’s true music legends — rhythm and blues singer, legendary rock promoter and philanthropist David Foster of Windham — is partnering with Eastern Connecticut State University to sponsor a special series of four fundraising concerts this season. “Jazzin’ it Up at Eastern” will feature four world-class acts in support of a scholarship fund for … [Read more...] about Concert Series of Jazz Icons to Benefit Scholarship Program at Eastern Connecticut State University
TASTES OF THE LAST GREEN VALLEY: FROM FARMS TO YOUR TASTE BUDS
Farmers are out picking fresh from their fields so that The Last Green Valley’s volunteers can gather up and deliver their delectable harvest to the finest chefs in the region for Tastes of the Valley on Sunday, September 18, from 5 – 7 pm at The Mansion at Bald Hill in Woodstock, CT. Tastes of the Valley features food grown and raised in the National Heritage Corridor, … [Read more...] about TASTES OF THE LAST GREEN VALLEY: FROM FARMS TO YOUR TASTE BUDS
Volunteers needed – Setting up new playscape at Garrison Park
The Town of Chaplin is looking for volunteers on Saturday, September 24th to assist in the assembly of the new playscape at Garrison Park. Food and drinks will be provided! If you are interested please contact the First Selectman, Matt Cunningham, at 860-455-0073 ext 310. Thank you! NOTE: The old playscape has been removed from the park. … [Read more...] about Volunteers needed – Setting up new playscape at Garrison Park