NAHC Financial Management Conference & Exposition
2017-07-16 - 2017-07-18 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
NAHC’s Financial Management Conference & Exposition is the premier event for financial managers in home care and hospice. By bringing together the industry’s top financial and legal experts, the National Association for Home Care & Hospice and its affiliate, the Home Care & Hospice Financial Managers Association (HHFMA), provide attendees with opportunities to advance their understanding of financial management techniques and business strategies in home care and hospice.
For over 20 years, NAHC and HHFMA have empowered people with groundbreaking news, education, networking opportunities, research, and resources.

Department of Consumer Protection Cross-Cultural Symposium: Educate and Empower
2017-06-29 08:30 - 16:30 UTC | Connecticut Convention Center – Ballroom Level, 100 Columbus Blvd., Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
A statewide one-day symposium for anyone advocating for, or providing services to, vulnerable and underserved populations. The symposium will provide important insights on working with ethnic media that should be of interest to public policy makers, elected officials, nonprofit and faith-based organizations, and those representing ethnic media.

AAIDD 141st Annual Meeting
2017-06-26 - 2017-06-29 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
AAIDD’s 141st Annual Meeting, “Promoting Health & Wellbeing,” is two full days of educational sessions, exhibits, poster presentations, and networking events. It is the “must attend” meeting of the year! There are also optional half-day pre and post conference sessions. The Annual Meeting provides researchers, clinicians, practitioners, educators, policymakers, local, state and federal agencies, and advocates with cutting edge research, effective practices, and valuable information on important policy initiatives.

2017 Miss Connecticut Competition
2017-06-23 - 2017-06-24 | Connecticut Convention Center-Ballroom, 100 Columbus Blvd., 6th Floor, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
The Miss Connecticut Scholarship Organization is a non-profit organization that awards scholarships to outstanding young women to help advance them academically and professionally. Participants have gone on to achieve major success in diverse fields including medicine, law, business, broadcast journalism, theater, politics, literature and more.
The Miss Connecticut Pageant is an official preliminary of the Miss America Pageant, the nation’s leading achievement program and the world’s largest provider of scholarship assistance to young women.
Participation in this program provides young women with the opportunity to promote a platforms of community service, share their talents, intelligence, and positive values while serving as role models in their communities, all with the support of dedicated volunteers assisting them in their pursuit of academic excellence, service and lifelong success.

UCC Tri-Conference Annual Meeting
2017-06-16 - 2017-06-17 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
This Annual Meeting marks the first time that three conferences – Connecticut, Massachusetts and Rhode Island – will hold their annual meetings Together, As One. A gathering to worship and share communion with one another; explore the future of the wider church with UCC General Minister and President, John Dorhauer; and discern whether to endorse a new, combined conference.

Connecticut Legal Conference 2017
2017-06-12 08:00 - 19:30 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
The Connecticut Legal Conference is the largest annual gathering of legal professionals in the state. The day features over 40 CLE seminars, over 40 exhibitors, the Annual CBA Luncheon and the President’s Reception.

2017 Connecticut Democratic Progress Dinner
2017-06-10 17:30 - 21:00 | Connecticut Convention Center – Ballroom Level, 100 Columbus Blvd., Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
The Connecticut Democratic Progress Dinner is the Connecticut Democratic Party’s largest annual event, bringing together elected officials, party leaders, and grassroots activists from across the state.

Imagine... The Sky's the Limit 2017
2017-06-09 18:00 - 22:00 | Connecticut Convention Center-Ballroom, 100 Columbus Blvd., 6th Floor, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Celebrating the Sisters of Mercy – their legacy and their vision. Dinner, Dancing, and Exclusive Silent auction.

2017 Connecticut Business Summit
2017-06-08 09:00 - 17:00 | Connecticut Convention Center – Exhibit Hall, 100 Columbus Blvd., 3rd Floor, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
The CT Business Summit is where Connecticut businesses connect! Learn about new products, expand your customer base, gain access to key decision makers, stay ahead of your competition, broaden your brand awareness, meet new prospects, generate new leads, see new products and services, attend networking events all in one day – Connecting at the CT Business Summit!

Capital Community College Commencement
2017-05-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Hartford’s only community college, Capital Community College, will celebrate its 70th annual Commencement Exercises.

Connecticut Coalition to End Homelessness 15th Annual Training Institute
2017-05-18 07:45 - 16:30 | Connecticut Convention Center – Ballroom Level, 100 Columbus Blvd., Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
The Annual Training Institute (ATI) is Connecticut’s premier capacity-building event for organizations working to prevent and end homelessness. At this event, CCEH provides training and information on best practices, national and state-level policy changes, and changes in major systems as they relate to ending homelessness.

Actuaries' Club of Hartford & Springfield Annual Meeting
2017-05-16 08:00 - 18:30 | Connecticut Convention Center – Ballroom Level, 100 Columbus Blvd., Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
The ACHS meetings attract over 350 life and health actuaries from insurance, reinsurance and consulting firms. This conference will provide an opportunity for attendees to earn continuing education credits (including two breakout sessions for EA credit) and network with other professionals in their fields of practice. This spring, the ACHS is especially excited to host the “Actuaries in the C-Suite” panel, a 90-minute general session where company executives will discuss industry trends and executive leadership from the lens of an actuary.

Hartford Healthcare Cancer Institute presents: Value Based Oncology
2017-05-13 07:30 - 12:30 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
This symposium will provide critical insight into the discussions that are happening today around value-based medicine as it relates to cancer care delivery in the U.S. Economic value models that incorporate patient values, change management for oncologists adjusting to new priorities in clinical care and models of data sharing and collaborative quality improvements will be presented.

CEN Member Conference
2017-05-12 08:00 - 16:00 | Connecticut Convention Center – Ballroom Level, 100 Columbus Blvd., Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
2017 marks the 5th Annual Member Conference hosted by the Connecticut Education Network (CEN). Over 450 participants came out last year to network with their peers and learn about technology and industry trends. Invited are a wide range of key stakeholders drawn from educators both K-12 and higher ed, municipalities, libraries, businesses and State of Connecticut agencies, including decision makers and technical experts.

National High School Mock Trial Competition
2017-05-11 - 2017-05-13 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Each year approximately 30,000 students participate in local high school mock trial competitions throughout the United States, Guam, South Korea, and the Northern Mariana Islands. From May 11 to 13, 2017 Civics First will host the best teams from each of these states and territories at the 2017 National High School Mock Trial Championship in Hartford, CT. Between four rounds and two full days of competitions, students, coaches, parents and supporters will have an opportunity to enjoy nightly events and take in all the sights, sounds, flavors and culture that Hartford has to offer!

CEA Representative Assembly
2017-05-05 - 2017-05-06 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
The Connecticut Education Association Representative Assembly is CEA’s highest policy-making body. During two days of business, approximately 500 delegates take action to decide Association policies, including adopting amendments to the CEA RA Standing Rules, the CEA Constitution and Bylaws, approving revisions to the CEA Resolutions, and voting on new business items.

Hartford Symphony Orchestra - Bravo! Gala 2017
2017-04-29 18:00 - 23:00 | Connecticut Convention Center – Exhibit Hall, 100 Columbus Blvd., 3rd Floor, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Join The Hartford Symphony Orchestra at one of Hartford’s most dynamic social events for a spectacular evening of dining and entertainment! Proceeds from the Bravo! gala support the HSO’s Education and Community Engagement programs.

Stitches United
2017-04-27 - 2017-04-30 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Many of us are multi-crafters. We might be experts in quilting or knitting, beginners in crochet or garment sewing, and eager to try embroidery.
At STITCHES United you’ll find a market that feeds all our choices, a gathering of kindred hearts and hands with instructors and classes to inspire any level of interest.
Market Hours
Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Market Tickets
One-Day Pass: $10
Two-Day Pass: $15
Three-Day Pass: $20
Children 10 years and younger: Free
Class tickets prices are available at KnitingUniverse.com.

8th Annual White Coat Gala
2017-04-22 18:30 - 22:00 | Connecticut Convention Center – Ballroom Level, 100 Columbus Blvd., Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
The 8th Annual White Coat Gala celebrates UConn Health’s campus expansion and the 30th anniversary of the Center on Aging. Dr. George A. Kuchel and philanthropists Robert and Renée Samuels will be honored for their remarkable contributions to geriatrics research, treatment, and education.
The Second City, the world’s premier comedy club and school of improvisation, will cap off the evening with an exclusive performance of “Game Night.” The Second City has launched the careers of comedy legends Dan Aykroyd, John Belushi, Stephen Colbert, Tina Fey, Jane Lynch, Bill Murray, Joan Rivers, and so many others.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Hartford: 2017 Great Futures Gala
2017-04-20 17:30 - 20:30 | Connecticut Convention Center-Ballroom, 100 Columbus Blvd., 6th Floor, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
The 2017 GREAT Futures Gala is the signature fundraising event of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Hartford! All proceeds raised support the life-changing programs and services BGCH offers to over 10,000 of Hartford’s youth and teens.

Hartford National College Fair 2017
2017-04-06 - 2017-04-07 | Connecticut Convention Center – Exhibit Hall, 100 Columbus Blvd., 3rd Floor, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
FREE and open to the public, attendees have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with college admission representatives from across the country, including some international institutions. Students and parents can discuss individual needs with college experts at the fair’s counseling center. There will also be workshops to attend throughout the day on financial aid, test preparation and more. A list of participating colleges is available on nacacfairs.org/hartford
Event Hours
Thursday: 9:00 a.m. – 11:30a.m. & 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

2017 Greater Hartford Go Red For Women Luncheon
2017-04-04 10:00 - 14:00 | Connecticut Convention Center – Ballroom Level, 100 Columbus Blvd., Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Join the American Heart Association for the Greater Hartford Go Red For Women Luncheon. This event is designed to empower local women with education & awareness on their number one health risk, heart disease. The day includes workshops, health screenings, survivor, and keynote speakers. Come and learn about saving lives from heart disease and stroke…including your own!
Over 700 local business women, mothers, sisters, daughters, survivors and volunteers are expected to attend. The luncheon will kick off with registration at 10:00 a.m. and will feature inspiring survivor stories and keynote speaker Mara Schiavocampo of ABC News.
Event Schedule
10:00 am: Registration, Networking, Silent Auction and Women’s Wellness Showcase
11:00 am: Educational Breakout Sessions
12:15 pm: Go Red For Women Luncheon

JDRF TypeOneNation Summit
2017-04-02 12:00 - 17:00 | Connecticut Convention Center – Ballroom Level, 100 Columbus Blvd., Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Save the date to connect with individuals, families, and caregivers affected by type 1 diabetes (T1D) during this day of education and community. This is a wonderful opportunity to talk to experts about research advances, meet with other attendees to exchange ideas, and participate in discussions on topics that are important to you.

International Gem & Jewelry Show
2017-03-31 - 2017-04-02 | Connecticut Convention Center – Exhibit Hall, 100 Columbus Blvd., 3rd Floor, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Celebrating its 50th anniversary, the International Gem & Jewelry Show is the biggest and longest running jewelry show in the US. The show is a fabulous exhibition that brings hundreds of companies, designers and manufacturers together to provide customers with the best high-quality jewelry selection at prices that can fit everyone’s budget. Millions of customers have found their sparkle! You buy directly from award winning designers and manufacturers saving you money! Diamond Engagement rings, gorgeous every day rings with fiery gemstones, loose gem stones, necklaces, watches, trending accessories including stunning “hair jewelry”. From $5 to $50,000 there is something for everyone. Once you discover the International Jewelry Show you will never want to buy jewelry anywhere else.

Tickets
Adults: $8
Children Under 9 Not Permitted
Event Hours
Friday: 12:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m.
Sunday: 11:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.

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NESSC School Redesign in Action Conference
2017-03-27 - 2017-03-28 | Connecticut Convention Center – Ballroom Level, 100 Columbus Blvd., Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
The New England Secondary School Consortium’s annual conference for educators and stakeholders from across the country to exchange best practices and build momentum for innovations that will prepare all students for success in the 21st century.

Red Cross Ball
2017-03-25 18:00 - 22:00 | Connecticut Convention Center-Ballroom, 100 Columbus Blvd., 6th Floor, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
The Red Cross is honoring The Hartford and its leader, Chairman and CEO Christopher J. Swift on this, the 70th anniversary of The Hartford’s Junior Fire Marshal program.

2017 Connecticut Golf Show
2017-03-24 - 2017-03-26 | Connecticut Convention Center – Exhibit Hall, 100 Columbus Blvd., 3rd Floor, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
The Connecticut Golf Show is the can’t-miss event of the year for golfers in the Hartford metropolitan area, giving golfers their first chance to see and swing the clubs which will be the talk of the golf world in 2017! Amazing front door freebies, free indoor driving range lined with expert reps from the manufacturers in the game, compete in fun skills contests, FREE GOLF and more!
Tickets
Adults: $13
Seniors (60+): $11
Children (12 & Under): Free
Event Hours
Friday: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

2017 Greater Hartford Go Red For Women Luncheon (Postponed)
2017-03-15 10:00 - 14:00 | Connecticut Convention Center – Ballroom Level, 100 Columbus Blvd., Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Please Note: Due to inclement weather the 2017 Go Red for Women Luncheon has been rescheduled for Tuesday, April 4, 2017. Event details can be found here…

Spirit Festival Nationals
2017-03-11 - 2017-03-12 | Connecticut Convention Center – Exhibit Hall, 100 Columbus Blvd., 3rd Floor, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Spirit Festival Nationals in Hartford, CT is a recognized industry-wide all star’s one-of-a-kind festival of fun! Connecticut’s two-day cheer & dance nationals that is fair, well organized & offers fun personal attention. With multiple bids, teams come far and wide to Hartford, CT, to enjoy this wonderful event.
Tickets

One-Day
Two-Day Pass

Adults:
$25
$40

Children (6-12):
$20
$35

Children (5 & under):
Free

Seniors (65+)/Military:
$20
$35

Note: The box office is cash only.

70th Connecticut Home & Remodeling Show
2017-03-03 - 2017-03-05 | Connecticut Convention Center – Exhibit Hall, 100 Columbus Blvd., 3rd Floor, Hartford, CT, 06103, United States
Connecticut’s largest and longest running Home and Remodeling Show offers residents of Connecticut and western Massachusetts a one-stop shopping experience in home products and services. You will be able to find a wide variety of home improvement, building, and remodeling resources featuring local and national vendors featuring thousands of ideas for your home and yard.
Because this is the show that is produced locally by the Home Builders & Remodelers Association of Central Connecticut, you have the confidence knowing that this home show represents many of HBRA’s members and the people we do business with everyday.
Tickets
General Admission: $12
Children (16 & under): Free
Seniors (65+) & Military: $9
Event Hours
Friday: 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
