9/11 Never Forget

September 10, 2025


 

Thursday marks 24 years since nearly 3,000 lives were lost on September 11, 2001. Thousands have died since due to exposure to toxic chemicals, and countless lives have been forever changed.  May we never forget those who perished through this act of terror, and the courage of the first responders, construction crews, service members, and everyday citizens who ran toward danger to save others, and who worked tirelessly in the days and years that followed to help our country rebuild.

Though we move further away from that fateful day each year, we must continue to honor those Americans we lost and never stop the fight against terror and for peace.

East Hartford's 24th Annual 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony will be held on Thursday, September 11 at 10:00 A.M. at the Connecticut Fallen Star Memorial on Goodwin University's campus at 25 Concord Street.
 

Become a VITA Volunteer

VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) is a free tax preparation program for individuals and families earning up to $69,000 annually. Volunteers helped provide more than $28 million in refunds and credits last year.

Despite the help, individuals and families in Hartford, Tolland, and Windham Counties are still struggling to make ends meet.

If you’re interested in serving your community, click here to register to become a VITA volunteer. If you have any questions, take a look at the graphics below and feel free to contact Taniqua Huguley at THuguley@unitedwayinc.org or 860-420-2141. 
 

Federal Clean Energy Tax Credits Ending This Year

If you’ve been thinking about going solar, buying an electric vehicle, or upgrading your home with cleaner, more affordable energy — now is the time to act! 

Thousands of dollars in clean energy incentives are about to expire. Here's how you can still utilize them.

Electric Vehicle (EV) Credits:

Find out which new and used EVs still qualify for federal tax credits of up to $7,500 until September 30, 2025.

Residential Clean Energy Credits:

Claim 30% of the total cost of solar panels, battery storage, and geothermal systems if you buy by December 31, 2025. 

Energy Efficient Home Upgrade Credits:

Make home energy upgrades, like insulation, windows, or efficient electric appliances, by December 31, 2025, to claim the credit.

Click here to view the full credit timeline of tax credits. 
 

Community Events

38th Annual Senior Picnic
 

The Town of East Hartford's 3rd annual Latin Festival is coming up on Saturday, September 13 from 12:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M. at Great River Park (301 East River Drive). Admission is FREE.

The Latin Festival is the perfect family-friendly, community event filled with fun activities for children and adults alike. Bring your family and friends to enjoy games, dominoes, food trucks, and live music performances! Local artists will provide a variety of cultural live performances.

In case of inclement weather, this event will move indoors to the East Hartford Community Center at 50 Chapman Place.
 
 
 
 


The East Hartford Farmers' Market is open every Tuesday until October 28 from 2:00 P.M. to 4:30 P.M. with a mix of fresh and local produce, honey made from East Hartford hives, hot food and cottage food goodies, locally produced crafts, and more!

For eligible products, the East Hartford Farmers' Market accepts:
  • SNAP and DOUBLE SNAP! (Stop by the Health & Human Services table to convert SNAP into Market Dollars)
  • WIC Farmers' Market Nutrition Program benefits
  • Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Programs benefits

Click here for more information.