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Dear Neighbor,
I hope this email finds you well. Below, you'll find updates on district resources and news.
Please feel free to reach out to my office if you have any questions or concerns and be sure to follow my social media accounts for updates on a variety of topics including resources, events, housing updates, and more. |
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The topics covered in this e-newsletter are as follows:
- State Update
- Community Resources
- This Week In Connecticut History
- Manchester Community Events and Information
- East Hartford Community Events and Information
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| Primary Election Early Voting starts Monday, Aug. 3, and continues through Sunday, Aug. 9. Make your plan now! Find your Early Voting location and hours, and see who's on your ballot at MyVote.CT.gov - your source for trusted election information. |
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Early voting for the Democratic Primary will be taking place in East Hartford as follows:
WHEN: August 3, 5, 7, 8 and 9 at 10 a.m. – 6 p.m; Tuesday, August 4 and Thursday, August 6, 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.
WHERE: East Hartford Town Council Chambers, 740 Main Street.
Reminder: During the Early Voting period, all voters cast their ballot at the Early Voting location (Town Council Chambers), regardless of their regular polling place.
VIEW THE SAMPLE DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY BALLOT.
THINGS TO KNOW:
· Who can vote in the Democratic Primary?
Only registered Democrats may vote in the Democratic Primary.
· If you are not registered to vote in East Hartford, but want to vote during the Early Voting period, you may register in person every day of Early Voting at the Registrar of Voters Office or at the Town Clerk's Office (both located at East Hartford Town Hall (740 Main Street). We do not recommend you register via the app the same day you plan to vote early, unless you have direct access to a printer.
· During early voting, the Town of East Hartford will be offering ADA accessible curbside voting. Should you need to take advantage of this resource, please pull into the designated and marked handicap spot at Town Hall and call (860) 291-7280.
The Democratic Primary Election will take place August 11, 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. All polling locations will be open on Election Day. For a list of polling locations visit - East Hartford Polling Places.
ABSENTEE VOTING:
Looking to vote by absentee ballot? Voters no longer need to provide a specific reason to request an absentee ballot for any primary or election. Absentee ballots become available Tuesday, July 21.
WAYS TO OBTAIN AN ABSENTEE BALLOT:
1. CLICK HERE TO REQUEST AN ABSENTEE BALLOT.
2. Call the East Hartford Town Clerk's Office at (860) 291- 7230
3. Visit the East Hartford Town Clerk's Office at 740 Main Street. Individuals who request absentee ballot in person at the Town Clerk's Office will be eligible to vote the same day, starting July 21 and through August 10.
Deadline to request an absentee ballot: August 10, 2026
For additional details, visit 2026 Connecticut Absentee Voting.
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Early voting for the Democratic Primary will be taking place in Manchester as follows:
WHEN: August 3, 5, 7, 8 and 9 at 10 a.m. – 6 p.m; Tuesday, August 4 and Thursday, August 6, 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Whiton Branch Library, 100 North Main Street (rear entrance).
Reminder: During the Early Voting period, all voters cast their ballot at the Early Voting location (Whiton Branch Library), regardless of their regular polling place.
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| The Connecticut League of Conservation Voters released its annual Environmental Scorecard, a report tracking how each state legislator voted on environmental legislation during the 2026 session of the Connecticut General Assembly. As affordability continues to be a top concern for Connecticut residents, it remains a central focus for the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters. This year’s Scorecard evaluated certain bills through a lens that considered both how the legislation promoted environmental sustainability and how it contributed to lowering costs for residents and local businesses. Investments in clean energy, energy efficiency, and conservation help support a healthier, more stable, and more affordable Connecticut. |
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The 2026 Connecticut Sales Tax Free Week is Sunday, August 16th, through Saturday, August 22nd. This week provides a chance for families to save money, whether it is taking children back-to-school shopping or treating yourself or your loved ones.
During this week, sales or purchases of certain items of clothing or footwear costing less than $300 per item are exempt from sales tax. This exemption applies to purchases made from retailers located in Connecticut as well as from online retailers. There are, however, certain items that are excluded from the scope of the Sales Tax Free Week exemption. The following items are excluded from the scope of the Sales Tax Free Week exemption:
- Any special clothing or footwear primarily designed for athletic activity or protective use that is not normally worn except when used for the athletic activity or protective use for which it was designed; and
- Jewelry, handbags, luggage, umbrellas, wallets, watches, and similar items carried on or about the human body but not worn on the body in the manner characteristic of clothing.
- Click here for a list of items that ARE EXEMPT from sales tax and a list of items STILL TAXABLE.
This legislative session, we passed a state budget to expand eligibility during Sales Tax Free Week, making this the first year for Sales Tax Free Week to include items, such as clothing, shoes, and backpacks, under $300 from $100 in previous years.
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Effective as of July 1, the state’s 6.35% sales tax no longer applies to non-electronic school supplies, including binders, composition books, crayons, erasers, folders, glue, highlighters, lunch boxes, markers, notebooks, paper, pencils, pens, rulers, scissors, and more.
This change does not impact supplies purchased by or for businesses, meaning companies that purchase these items must pay in one of two ways - at the time of purchase or as part of a future tax return. |
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Connecticut’s minimum wage will adjust to $17.48 per hour beginning January 1, 2027—an increase from the 2026 rate of $16.94 per hour.
The change is required under a state law Governor Lamont enacted in 2019 requiring the minimum wage to receive annual adjustments at the start of every calendar year based on economic indicators from the prior fiscal year. This law ensures that as the economy grows, the minimum wage grows with it.
According to the Current Population Survey as calculated by the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than 60% of minimum wage earners in Connecticut are women and people of color.
Continuing forward under this law, Connecticut workers and employers can anticipate that announcements declaring the adjustment in the minimum wage that will become effective on January 1 of the approaching year will be made during the second half of each calendar year. |
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August is Black Business Month, a time to celebrate the entrepreneurs whose innovation, hard work, and dedication strengthen our economy and enrich our community.
Supporting Black-owned businesses is a meaningful way to invest in our neighborhoods. Whether you're dining at a local restaurant, shopping at a neighborhood store, or using a local service, every purchase helps create jobs, support families, and keep dollars in our local economy.
Connecticut is home to a diverse and growing network of Black-owned businesses, from restaurants and retail shops to professional services, wellness providers, and more.
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CT Residents Pushed out of SNAP
Receive One-Time Grocery Benefit |
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A new one-time grocery benefit of $300 each is being distributed to low-income Connecticut residents who have been pushed out of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) due to federal changes.
The grocery benefits, through a partnership the Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS) arranged with Connecticut’s network of community action agencies, with support provided by the Connecticut Association for Community Action (CAFCA), will be distributed as prepaid virtual grocery cards—not loaded onto existing EBT cards.
Eligible residents are expected to be able to access the benefits starting Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026. For more details, please visit the Department of Social Services website here.
We understand this one-time benefit will hardly blunt the impact of the federal changes, but it will provide immediate relief for those who are really in need.
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Who qualifies for the grocery benefit?
Any individual in a household who lost SNAP eligibility due to the new federal changes—commonly referred to as ABAWD, or Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents requirements—since December 1, 2025, and who is no longer receiving SNAP, qualifies for the benefit. The benefit is available per individual, not per household, and the amount is the same for every eligible recipient.
Connecticut residents who received a DSS notice stating they do not meet the ABAWD requirements and who are identified in that notice as having reached their three-month SNAP benefit limit should reach out to their local community action agency about how to request the benefit. Eligibility will be confirmed at the time of request.
Losing SNAP eligibility due to ABAWD does not necessarily mean an entire household loses benefits—other household members may still be eligible.
Receiving the $300 grocery benefit will not affect a resident’s eligibility for any other assistance program.
How the grocery benefit works
The grocery benefit functions like a prepaid Mastercard or Visa and can be used at any food retailer that accepts standard credit cards. It does not expire, and any unused balance remains on the card until spent. The benefit is intended for SNAP-eligible food purchases.
Community action agencies will lead outreach, verify eligibility, distribute the cards, and connect individuals with wraparound supports to help them work toward regaining SNAP eligibility. The state and its administrative partners are also establishing processes to prevent duplicate payments.
In Connecticut, we will continue to push back against the federal administration’s relentless attacks on the most vulnerable among us.
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This Week In Connecticut History
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In 1926, a group of eastern Connecticut investors hoping to capitalize on the state’s new car culture, expanding highway system, and Roaring 20’s prosperity, purchased a large spring-fed wetland in Andover Connecticut. They cleared trees, cut roads, and built the 550 foot-long dam that created beautiful Andover Lake. When it was completed in 1928, they ran full page ads in The Hartford Courant offering cottage sites in their private summer colony, “where the restrictions will meet with your approval.”
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The restrictions were explicit prohibitions against the sale of lots to Jews or Blacks.
Though the investors’ dream of an exclusive resort was thwarted by the Great Depression and World War II, by the 1950s the lake had enough cottage dwellers to form a property owners association that created its own restriction. No one – not even property owners – could use the lake without first being accepted by a two-thirds majority secret ballot of the members of ALPOA, the Andover Lake Property Owners Association.
William M. Philpot, an African-American minister from New Haven, had purchased a cottage in 1955 from a white Hartford minister, believing the purchase included the right to use the lake. He applied for membership in ALPOA, but was rejected three different times. In 1963, shortly after the Civil Rights march on Washington, Philpot, through James Tsuffis, another property owner, and Hartford attorney and state representative George J. Ritter, sought help from Governor John Dempsey to gain access to the Lake. Dempsey intervened, but ALPOA claimed that as a private group, it could restrict membership at will.
The Andover Lake question became a year-long focus of media attention dividing people across the state. Although half the property owners in Andover voted to admit Philpot, and the local Congregational church strongly supported him, local resistance included burning a seven-foot-high, five-foot-wide cross in James Tsuffis’s yard. With the unwavering support and counsel of attorney Ritter, Philpot pursued the right to swim in Andover Lake both legally and politically, only to be met with continuous resistance and frustrating delays.
In April of 1964, Philpot, weary of waiting, announced that he and his family intended to swim in the lake that year. The prospective “Wade In” provoked a flurry of media coverage, but the swims proved uneventful.
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Philpot – seeking to avoid a media frenzy – reported only after the fact that he and his family had swum at the lake on two occasions, and had been greeted by the children of his white neighbors with, “Hello Mr. Philpot.” “I was really having a ball, ” the minister said. “I felt like I belonged to this community.”
Philpot was not unaware of the significance of what he was doing. “If I failed here,” he said, “I did feel that many others will be victimized.” He also added, “We will swim again this year if we feel like it.”
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The association’s response was to seek a court injunction to prevent Philpot from using the lake. The case dragged on for three years, but ultimately, through Ritter’s relentless pursuit of justice, it was decided in Philpot’s favor. The summer after the decision, the lake association changed its bylaws to allow any lake property owner to join.
In the year 2000, 35 years after he had taken his historic swim, Philpot (now Bishop Philpot) reflected in a thank you letter to his friend Ritter, on the significance of that time.
“The “Wade-in” we experienced at Andover Lake marked the turning point of my life as well as my ministry,” Philpot wrote, “for we waded in the water as victims of prejudice and segregation. We came out of the water as victors, with confidence that our cause and crusade were right; and that we would be vindicated in the end. And so it was. For we did overcome.”
Today, a close and diverse community of Andover Lake lovers all enjoy one of the state’s cleanest lakes together, thanks to one brave family’s decision to wade in the water, today in Connecticut history.
This story is taken from Walter W. Woodward’s column “From the State Historian” in the Summer 2019 issue of Connecticut Explored magazine. Subscribe at ctexplored.org. Lead Photo Credit: Ailsa Prideaux-Mooney / wheresmybackpack.com
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Back to School Resource Fair
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The first day of school will be here before we know it! If your family could use a little extra support, or you simply want to learn about resources available in our community, we'd love to see you at the North Central Network of Care Back to School Resource Fair!
 Here's what you'll find:
 Free backpacks & school supplies (while supplies last)
 Information on mental health, substance use, and other community resources
 Open to all students in the North Central area
 Wednesday, August 12, 2026
 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM
 153 & 163 Spruce Street
Manchester Farmers Market
Whether you're getting ready for kindergarten, middle school, high school, or anywhere in between, we're here to help make the transition a little easier.
 Please share this post so families who may benefit don't miss this opportunity. One share can make all the difference!
Friendly Reminder: Backpacks and school supplies are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so we encourage families to arrive early. We look forward to seeing you there! |
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Manchester Now Summer Program
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Mary Cheney Library Last Day
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Mary Cheney Library will be closing on Saturday, August 8th in preparation for book moving and the new library opening on September 14th.
If you have any books that must be returned in between these dates, please visit Whiton Library at 100 N Main St to return them.
When
• Saturday, August 08, 2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM |
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The Town of East Hartford invites community artists of all ages and experience levels to submit artwork for a community banner project celebrating East Hartford.
Selected designs will be reproduced (printed) on light pole banners along the Town Green corridor creating a vibrant visual connection throughout the community.
There will be a public unveiling during our annual Fall Fest!
Eligibility
- Open to East Hartford residents of all ages
- Welcoming artists of all skill levels
- Parent/Guardian consent required for artists under 18
- Original work only (no AI-generated content)
Themes
Artists are encouraged (but not required) to submit work inspired by one or more of the following themes:
- The Connecticut River
- Aviation and innovation (Aviation)
- Ethnic and cultural heritage (Ethnic Heritage)
- Education
Submissions should reflect the creativity, diversity, and spirit of East Hartford.
Design Considerations
- Bold, visually clear designs that read well from a distance
- Avoid fine details that may be lost when enlarged
Public Suitability
Must be family-friendly and appropriate for public display. The Town of East Hartford reserves the right to remove from the contest any submitted image that depicts illegal, unsafe, patently offensive, or otherwise inappropriate content, that is deemed contrary to the goals and intent of this contest.
Age Categories
Artwork Requirements
· Artwork must be suitable for a vertical banner format. Please keep in mind that the final banners will be 24” wide by 48” high, with artwork space 24” wide x 30.75” high.
· Artwork must be submitted in image format (jpg, png, tif, etc.) with a high enough resolution that it can be fairly assessed by our judges.
· Please name the image using the following pattern: Artist Name_Title of Artwork.
Note: Assistance with uploading artwork will be available during scheduled upload days at the East Hartford Public Library (Raymond Library, 840 Main Street). See IMPORTANT DATES section for more information
Submission Guidelines
Artists may submit 1 (one) entry. Submission should include:
- Artist Name
- Contact number
- Contact email
- Age Category
- Title of Artwork
- Related Theme (s)
- Medium/Materials
- Brief description (optional)
- Image file (jpg, png, tif, etc.)
- Please name the image using the following pattern: Artist Name_Title of Artwork
Submit your artwork here!
Selection Process
A committee representing a range of ages, backgrounds, and interest or expertise in art, will select artwork based on:
- Relevance/alignment to East Hartford identity and project theme(s)
- Creativity and originality
- Suitability for banner reproduction
- Visual Impact & legibility
*All submitted photos may be used on our websites as well as in other Town or media placements.
Prizes
Selected artwork from each age group will be displayed on banners at the Town green. Of those selections, the top 3 across all age categories will receive a cash award.
- 1st - $100.00
- 2nd - $75.00
- 3rd - $50.00
Installation & Community Event
Selected artwork will be printed on banners and installed on light poles around the Town Green. Unveiling event will be held at the Town Green during our annual Fall Fest (Saturday, October 3rd).
Important Dates
Submission Deadline: August 14, 2026 at 11:59 P.M.
- Support will be available at East Hartford Public Library (Raymond Library, 840 Main Street) on the following days:
- Aug 12 (2pm-6pm) & Aug 13 (3pm-6pm)
- Support will be available at the East Hartford Senior Center (15 Milbrook Drive) on:
- Aug 13 (10am-12pm)
- Judging and Selection: August 15th - Aug 22, 2026
- Winners Contacted and Public Announcement: Aug 24th – 28th, 2026
- Banner Production: Aug 24th – September 20th
- Installation: September 21st – October 2nd
- Unveiling Event (East Hartford Fall Fest): October 3rd, 2026
Questions?
Contact Paul Mounds, Sr. at pmounds@easthartfordct.gov or (860) 291-7451
Tips for Photographing Artwork for Submission
Lighting
Good lighting is essential when photographing your artwork. Whenever possible, use natural daylight by placing your artwork near an open window or doorway. Avoid using your phone or camera’s flash, as it can create glare and distort colors. With adequate natural light, flash should not be necessary. To minimize shadows, position yourself so you are not standing between the light source and the artwork.
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Perspective
To accurately capture your artwork, make sure your camera is positioned parallel to the piece. If the artwork is lying flat, photograph it directly from above rather than at an angle. Keeping both the artwork and camera level will help prevent distortion and ensure the image appears straight and proportional.
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Background
Keep the focus on the artwork by minimizing distractions in the background. Frame the image so that only the artwork is visible whenever possible. If needed, use your phone’s editing tools or another photo-editing program to crop out any unnecessary background elements.
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Submit your artwork here!
This project made possible with support from Connecticut Main Street Center
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East Hartford Farmers Market
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The 2026 East Hartford Farmers' Market will occur every Tuesday (except August 4, 2026) through October 27, 2026 from 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM at the Town Green (1047 Main Street)!
Our farmers, Killam & Bassette Farmstead and Handel Family Farm, are authorized to accept SNAP, Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program, and WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program vouchers.
We are Accepting Applications for Market Vendors!
Our market is interested in adding more vendors to serve the community. The application can be completed online or vendors can fill out a paper copy to hand in or mail to the Health Department (740 Main St.). Market organizers will review completed applications and notify vendors whether your application is accepted. Vendors are advised to review the East Hartford market guidelines. Click the links below for the application and further information:
BENEFITS PROGRAMS (2026 season)
SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (SNAP):
If you receive SNAP benefits, bring your EBT card to the table with the sign that says "SNAP/EBT accepted here" at participating farmers' markets and farm stands. The Market Master will swipe your card for the amount that you want and give you Market Tokens that can be used at all the stands at that market. Residents enrolled in SNAP will be able to double their benefits to purchase fresh produce through the End Hunger CT! SNAP Match program.
WIC FARMERS' MARKET NUTRITION PROGRAM (FMNP):
WIC clients will be receiving an email inviting you to setup your farmers' market benefits account in the SoliMarket system. This app can be downloaded to your smartphone and will be used to access your farmers' market benefits for fresh produce purchases. WIC FMNP benefits can be used to purchase fruits, vegetables, and fresh herbs. The benefit amount for 2026 is $65 per eligible family member who was active as of 4/28/26. If you have questions about your WIC FMNP benefits, or your eligibility for this program, residents can contact the WIC office at (860) 291-7190.
SoliMarket for WIC FMNP:
If you have questions, the Soli HelpLine is also a resource for farmers and WIC and Senior participants. You can call the HelpLine, available daily 9am – 9pm through November 30 at 214-256-3083 with questions regarding:
1. Problems processing transactions
2. Questions regarding payments
3. Questions regarding reporting
4. Problems receiving emails when attempting to finish setting up their account
5. PIN number issues
- Participants should call the WIC local office or Senior distribution site:
- To ask about program eligibility and eligibility for FMNP benefits
- To schedule WIC appointments with their local agency
- Understand when they will receive their FMNP or other benefits
- To find out when benefits will be received (app or card)
- Adding new participants and/or family members
SENIOR FARMERS' MARKET NUTRITION PROGRAM (SFMNP):
The SFMNP is an electronic benefit card (EBT). This is a supplemental food program, in which eligible participants receive an EBT card annually to purchase eligible products at authorized farmers' markets throughout Connecticut. SFMNP benefits can be used to purchase fruits, vegetables, honey, and fresh herbs. For 2026, eligible recipients will receive $40.00 on their SFMNP EBT card.
Eligible if:
- You are 60 years of age or older and have a maximum household income not more than the 185% of the annual poverty income guidelines. See the income eligibility guidelines here.
- If you are a disabled individual under the age of 60, you must live in a housing facility where congregate nutrition services are provided, and have a maximum household income not more than the 185% of the annual poverty income guidelines
EAST HARTFORD SENIOR SERVICES FARMERS' MARKET VOUCHER:
East Hartford seniors that apply and meet eligibility requirements for the East Hartford Senior Services Farmers’ Market Voucher Program will receive a one-time $40 voucher to purchase fruits, vegetables, eggs, jams, and herbs. The voucher program is open to residents who meet these criteria: 55 and older who meet these criteria:
- must be 55 years old or older
- must be a resident of East Hartford (individuals or families), with proof of residency via a utility bill
- must have an income at or below 250% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (see below), with proof of income provided
Annual Income Household of 1- $39,900, 2 - $54,100, 3 - $68,300 4 - $82,500, 5 - $96,700, 6 - $110,900
This voucher can only be used at the East Hartford Farmers’ Market. Residents who wish to apply may contact East Hartford Senior Services by calling 860-291-7491 or visiting the East Hartford Senior Center at 15 Milbrook Drive. Residents may also call Youth & Social Services at 860-291-7248 or visit the YSS office located at 50 Chapman Place.
BECOME AN EH FARMERS' MARKET PARTNER!
The East Hartford Farmers’ Market is asking for residents and organizations to help fight hunger and food insecurity experienced by residents of our community. As a 2024 East Hartford Market Partner, your donation will help residents that rely on food pantry assistance to buy fresh produce at our market. Available funds will also be used to provide additional support for SNAP, WIC and senior market nutrition program recipients.
Sponsors will be recognized at the market and through the Town's communication channels. Show your shared commitment to health programs that support East Hartford quality of life. Donations are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law.
How to make your donation to become an EH Farmers' Market Partner:
1. Donate through the Social Services Donation Program by choosing the "Farmers' market partner program" option.
2. Cash donation dropped off to the East Hartford Youth & Social Services Division located at 50 Chapman Place.
3. Check donation dropped off or mailed to the Town of East Hartford, Youth & Social Services Division, 50 Chapman Place, East Hartford, CT 06108. Please make the check payable to "Town of East Hartford Youth & Social Services Division" with "Farmers' Market" noted in the bottom left.
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Each spring and fall, the MDC conducts a regional household hazardous waste collection program at a series of local sites in member and non-member towns. The program offers a number of benefits to residents and municipalities:
- Residents have the opportunity to participate in a collection day in their respective towns as well as in other collections throughout the year.
- Participating municipalities enjoy financial savings from the effect of pooling under a single contract the services of a licensed hazardous waste management firm.
- The contractor assumes full responsibility for the collection, transportation and proper disposal of hazardous waste items.
Hazardous waste cannot be simply thrown out with the trash, flushed, or poured down the drain because it passes the problem along to the environment, polluting the air and the water. So the MDC sponsors a HazWaste Program to collect the waste and dispose of it through safe, environmentally responsible practices.
The MDC urges you to participate in a Household Hazardous Waste Collection in your town. Protect the health of your kids, your spouse, your pets, and the environment. You may participate in MDC’s household hazardous waste collection program if you are a member of any participating town; and you may participate on any MDC sponsored collection day.
Residents of any of the following participating towns can participate in ANY MDC sponsored collection day: Bloomfield, East Granby, East Hartford, Hartford, Newington, Rocky Hill, West Hartford, Wethersfield, Windsor and Windsor Locks.
HOUSEHOLD HAZWASTE INFORMATION PACKET
The Household HazWaste Info Packet contains the complete schedule of MDC sponsored HHW collections for the current calendar year. The Info Packet also summarizes items accepted by the program and items the MDC cannot accept. If an item cannot be accepted at an MDC sponsored collection potential alternative disposal locations are listed. The Info Packet also provides some general information on how to reduce the amount of household hazardous waste you generate.
2026 HazWaste Information Packet
HazWaste info packet for small businesses, non-profits and municipalities
Moving? Please click here for further information!
2026 HOUSEHOLD HAZWASTE COLLECTION SCHEDULE COMING SOON
2026 HazWaste Schedule PDF
All collections are held on Saturdays from 8AM to 1PM unless noted.
Date Town Location
September 12 Bloomfield Public Works Building, 21 Southwood Drive
September 19 Rocky Hill Elm Ridge Park, 376 Elm Street
September 26 West Hartford Public Works Garage, 17 Brixton Street
October 17 Windsor Locks/East Granby Public Works Garage, 6 Stanton Road, Windsor Locks
October 24 Hartford MDC Operations Facility, 125 Maxim Road
(WPCF = Water Pollution Control Facility)
* One collection date is held on a Sunday
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Community Grants Available from the
East Hartford Commission on Culture and Fine Arts
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Bring your artistic vision to life in East Hartford!
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The East Hartford Commission on Culture and Fine Arts (CCFA) seeks applicants for their community grants program, newly expanded with funding from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
All interested applicants should start by filling out a basic online application; eligible entities will next be invited to fill out a second-round application specific to ARPA funding.
Grant applications will be considered on a rolling basis through August 31, 2026, after which the CCFA will revert to their typical quarterly review cycle.
Successful proposals will have a strong East Hartford connection and directly relate to fine arts and/or culture. Programs or projects may include concerts, performances, program series, festivals, workshops, exhibits, readings, after-school programs, or public art.
For complete eligibility requirements and to access the application, visit the CCFA web page.
Administrative support for the CCFA community grants is provided by the East Hartford Public Library. Funding decisions will be made by the CCFA at their regularly scheduled public meetings, typically held the second Thursday of the month in Meeting Room 1 on the lower level of the Raymond Library.
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My office is always open if you or your family are in need of assistance. Please do not hesitate to contact me by email at Jason.Rojas@cga.ct.gov or by phone at 860-240-8541.
Sincerely,
Jason Rojas |
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