Elmwood Business Association Meeting

We are back!!!  The Elmwood Business Association is meeting this Friday at the WeHa Brewing & Roasting.  If you are a business in this part of town, or actually any part of town, you won't want to miss these meetings.  We discuss happenings in West Hartford and specific......More

We are back!!!  The Elmwood Business Association is meeting this Friday at the WeHa Brewing & Roasting.  If you are a business in this part of town, or actually any part of town, you won't want to miss these meetings.  We discuss happenings in West Hartford and specifically the Elmwood section.  Town representatives are always in attendance.  Hope to see you there.  Free coffee and pastries for everyone!

WeHa Brewing & Roasting 141 Shield St, West Hartford, CT 06110

Chamber 101 - Maximize Your Membership

Chamber 101 provides an in-depth look at the broad programs and services the West Hartford Chamber offers.  For new members, this serves as an orientation, introducing you to all the ways we can support your business.  For current members, it's a wonderful refresher, as......More

Chamber 101 provides an in-depth look at the broad programs and services the West Hartford Chamber offers.  For new members, this serves as an orientation, introducing you to all the ways we can support your business.  For current members, it's a wonderful refresher, as well as an opportunity to see the newest offerings in our ever-growing slate of programs.  For potential members, this is an opportunity to see what we offer in a no-pressure environment.  

West Hartford Town Hall Room 407 (small conference room)

Noah Webster House Holiday Market

Holiday Market November 15 & 16 ~ 10am-3pm December 5 ~ 5pm-8pm December 6 & 7 ~ 10am-3pm   The Noah Webster House at 227 South Main Street is excited to host the Sixth Annual Holiday Market in 2025. Enjoy the opportunity to find the best gifts for famil......More

Holiday Market November 15 & 16 ~ 10am-3pm December 5 ~ 5pm-8pm December 6 & 7 ~ 10am-3pm   The Noah Webster House at 227 South Main Street is excited to host the Sixth Annual Holiday Market in 2025. Enjoy the opportunity to find the best gifts for family and friends while also supporting small, local businesses this holiday season. This market is offered over two weekends, featuring over 20 different local artisans each weekend. Artisans will be set up throughout the museum offering a wide range of handmade gift items. The Holiday Market will be open for shopping on Saturday and Sunday, November 15 & 16 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (first weekend), Friday, December 5 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, December 6 & 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (second weekend). No registration is required. The museum suggests a $5 donation upon entry, which helps support museum educational initiatives. The West Hartford Gift Shop is the anchor vendor at the Holiday Market and will have many products available. The gift shop also carries a selection of literary-themed items including scarves, notecards, and drinkware. The new West Hartford collectible holiday ornament will be announced soon!  A limited number of ornaments are available, so it recommended to pre-order at westhartfordgiftshop.com. Ornaments may be picked up at the Holiday Market. The museum is offering this holiday tradition to support local businesses, many of them newer and without their own brick and mortar location. Artisans will be showcasing their artwork in many categories including jewelry, candles, pottery, notecards, woodworking pieces, fiber arts and so much more.

The Noah Webster House at 227 South Main Street

ALL IS CALM: THE CHRISTMAS TRUCE OF 1914

The Western Front, Christmas, 1914. Out of the violence a silence, then a song. Amid the combat, a German soldier steps into No Man’s Land singing “Stille Nacht.” Thus begins an extraordinary night of camaraderie, music, peace. A remarkable true story, told in the words......More

The Western Front, Christmas, 1914. Out of the violence a silence, then a song. Amid the combat, a German soldier steps into No Man’s Land singing “Stille Nacht.” Thus begins an extraordinary night of camaraderie, music, peace. A remarkable true story, told in the words and songs of the men who lived it. Regular Performances (December 5 - 21, 2025) Wednesday at 7:30pm Thursday at 7:30pm Friday at 8:00pm Saturday at 8:00pm Sunday at 2:00pm Talk Back with the cast following matinee performances Regular Performances (December 5 - 21, 2025) Wednesday at 7:30pm Thursday at 7:30pm Friday at 8:00pm Saturday at 8:00pm Sunday at 2:00pm Talk Back with the cast following matinee performances

Playhouse on Park 244 Park Road West Hartford, CT 06119

The *Original* West Hartford Farmers’ Market

  About Us: We promote family-owned, small businesses, bringing you quality products and locally produced foods with a freshness you can taste! We are proud to be a State of CT Certified Farmers’ Market! Everyone Welcome! Family & pet friendly atmosphere!

West Hartford Town Hall Parking Lot 50 South Main Street West Hartford, CT 06107

West Hartford Festival of Trees

Day 2 of the 10th Annual West Hartford Festival of Trees Saturday, December 6, 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Businesses, organizations, families, and individuals have donated decorated artificial trees and/or gift cards to reflect business, favorite cause, or personal style. All......More

Day 2 of the 10th Annual West Hartford Festival of Trees Saturday, December 6, 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Businesses, organizations, families, and individuals have donated decorated artificial trees and/or gift cards to reflect business, favorite cause, or personal style. All trees will be displayed in our accessible auditorium along with Gift cards will be bundled into one of two “Gift Card Presents”. All items are auctioned off with the proceeds supporting First Church outreach and our community partners: The Bridge Family Center • Hands on Hartford • Covenant to Care for Children • Interval House • Foodshare • Loaves and Fishes • Chrysalis Center/Freshplace • My Sister’s Place • Habitat for Humanity • South Park Inn • House of Bread • The Village. Live music and hot chocolate and cookies offered for free.

First Church West Hartford

Noah Webster House Holiday Market

Holiday Market November 15 & 16 ~ 10am-3pm December 5 ~ 5pm-8pm December 6 & 7 ~ 10am-3pm   The Noah Webster House at 227 South Main Street is excited to host the Sixth Annual Holiday Market in 2025. Enjoy the opportunity to find the best gifts for famil......More

Holiday Market November 15 & 16 ~ 10am-3pm December 5 ~ 5pm-8pm December 6 & 7 ~ 10am-3pm   The Noah Webster House at 227 South Main Street is excited to host the Sixth Annual Holiday Market in 2025. Enjoy the opportunity to find the best gifts for family and friends while also supporting small, local businesses this holiday season. This market is offered over two weekends, featuring over 20 different local artisans each weekend. Artisans will be set up throughout the museum offering a wide range of handmade gift items. The Holiday Market will be open for shopping on Saturday and Sunday, November 15 & 16 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (first weekend), Friday, December 5 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, December 6 & 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (second weekend). No registration is required. The museum suggests a $5 donation upon entry, which helps support museum educational initiatives. The West Hartford Gift Shop is the anchor vendor at the Holiday Market and will have many products available. The gift shop also carries a selection of literary-themed items including scarves, notecards, and drinkware. The new West Hartford collectible holiday ornament will be announced soon!  A limited number of ornaments are available, so it recommended to pre-order at westhartfordgiftshop.com. Ornaments may be picked up at the Holiday Market. The museum is offering this holiday tradition to support local businesses, many of them newer and without their own brick and mortar location. Artisans will be showcasing their artwork in many categories including jewelry, candles, pottery, notecards, woodworking pieces, fiber arts and so much more.

The Noah Webster House at 227 South Main Street

Latke Vodka 100 - CT's Hottest Young Jewish Adult Party (ages 21 to 39)

Latke Vodka 100 – Urban Dor’s Hottest Young Jewish Adult Gathering Yet! RSVP Required - see below for tickets. $20 early bird | $30 regular Join us this Chanukah season for Latke Vodka 100, Urban Dor’s largest celebration ever – bringing together 100 Jewish y......More

Latke Vodka 100 – Urban Dor’s Hottest Young Jewish Adult Gathering Yet! RSVP Required - see below for tickets. $20 early bird | $30 regular Join us this Chanukah season for Latke Vodka 100, Urban Dor’s largest celebration ever – bringing together 100 Jewish young adults (ages 21–39) for a night of connection, community, and fun. Special THANK YOU to The Zachs Family for sponsoring our event! What to Expect Delicious latkes, hors d’oeuvres, and desserts Open bar featuring kosher wine, beer, and NA beverages Music and meeting new friends Raffle and photos Dress to impress - venue is an upscale golf club (indoors) Security Whether you’re from Greater Hartford, New Haven, Springfield, Boston, NYC or beyond, come experience the warmth and energy of the Greater Hartford Jewish community! Don’t miss this chance to celebrate Chanukah with friends old and new. Share the invite, bring your crew, and let’s get this party started!

Tumble Brook Country Club (Bloomfield, CT)

Noah Webster House Holiday Market

Holiday Market November 15 & 16 ~ 10am-3pm December 5 ~ 5pm-8pm December 6 & 7 ~ 10am-3pm   The Noah Webster House at 227 South Main Street is excited to host the Sixth Annual Holiday Market in 2025. Enjoy the opportunity to find the best gifts for famil......More

Holiday Market November 15 & 16 ~ 10am-3pm December 5 ~ 5pm-8pm December 6 & 7 ~ 10am-3pm   The Noah Webster House at 227 South Main Street is excited to host the Sixth Annual Holiday Market in 2025. Enjoy the opportunity to find the best gifts for family and friends while also supporting small, local businesses this holiday season. This market is offered over two weekends, featuring over 20 different local artisans each weekend. Artisans will be set up throughout the museum offering a wide range of handmade gift items. The Holiday Market will be open for shopping on Saturday and Sunday, November 15 & 16 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (first weekend), Friday, December 5 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, December 6 & 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (second weekend). No registration is required. The museum suggests a $5 donation upon entry, which helps support museum educational initiatives. The West Hartford Gift Shop is the anchor vendor at the Holiday Market and will have many products available. The gift shop also carries a selection of literary-themed items including scarves, notecards, and drinkware. The new West Hartford collectible holiday ornament will be announced soon!  A limited number of ornaments are available, so it recommended to pre-order at westhartfordgiftshop.com. Ornaments may be picked up at the Holiday Market. The museum is offering this holiday tradition to support local businesses, many of them newer and without their own brick and mortar location. Artisans will be showcasing their artwork in many categories including jewelry, candles, pottery, notecards, woodworking pieces, fiber arts and so much more.

The Noah Webster House at 227 South Main Street

Free Community of Light Meditation Break

Join us every Tuesday at noon for a community meditation that is free and open to all to attend in person or virtually on Zoom. This meditation will last about 30-minutes. No experience needed.

The Light Source Center 2437 Albany Avenue West Hartford, CT (corner of Sky View and Albany) also offered on Zoom (link will be sent upon registration)

Community of Light Meditation

The Light Source Center offers group meditations open to anyone who wants to participate. These meditations are powerful opportunities to experience wonderful energy and connect to others. At the Light Source Center each meditation is followed by an opportunity to shar......More

The Light Source Center offers group meditations open to anyone who wants to participate. These meditations are powerful opportunities to experience wonderful energy and connect to others. At the Light Source Center each meditation is followed by an opportunity to share your experience. Sharing not only helps ground the experience but in listening to others we open up even more avenues for growth and learning. These group meditations are not a substitute for meditation classes at the LSC, but they can be places of growth. These meditations are open to both students and non-students. No experience meditating is necessary. 

The Light Source Center 2437 Albany Avenue West Hartford, CT (corner of Sky View and Albany) Offered in person and on Zoom

Weekday Hike at West Hartford Reservoirs

Please join us for this hike with TRLC volunteer Dave Mogul at West Hartford Reservoirs. The planned route is about 3 miles, and it’s expected to take 2-3 hours, depending on our group’s pace. We’ll be hiking mostly on the Metacomet trail on an out-and-back route. T......More

Please join us for this hike with TRLC volunteer Dave Mogul at West Hartford Reservoirs. The planned route is about 3 miles, and it’s expected to take 2-3 hours, depending on our group’s pace. We’ll be hiking mostly on the Metacomet trail on an out-and-back route. This is a relatively easy hike with a limited number of inclines and areas with rocky footing. We’ll meet at 9:30 a.m. in the parking lot that’s accessed from the entrance at 1420 Farmington Avenue, in the parking area that’s immediately on the left after taking the left fork just after you enter the park. (This hike was previously planned for Sept and Oct but was cancelled due to weather. ) Co-sponsored by Simsbury Land Trust.

West Hartford Reservoirs 1420 Farmington Avenue

Community of Light Meditation

The Light Source Center offers group meditations open to anyone who wants to participate. These meditations are powerful opportunities to experience wonderful energy and connect to others. At the Light Source Center each meditation is followed by an opportunity to shar......More

The Light Source Center offers group meditations open to anyone who wants to participate. These meditations are powerful opportunities to experience wonderful energy and connect to others. At the Light Source Center each meditation is followed by an opportunity to share your experience. Sharing not only helps ground the experience but in listening to others we open up even more avenues for growth and learning. These group meditations are not a substitute for meditation classes at the LSC, but they can be places of growth. These meditations are open to both students and non-students. No experience meditating is necessary. 

The Light Source Center 2437 Albany Avenue West Hartford, CT (corner of Sky View and Albany) Offered in person and on Zoom

Colorful Conversation: Future Proofing Your Career for 2026

Join the Minority Business Network committee for an open-format roundtable focused on navigating workforce challenges and building career resilience for the years ahead. This dynamic session will spotlight the real-world impact and opportunities stemming from the MBN’s......More

Join the Minority Business Network committee for an open-format roundtable focused on navigating workforce challenges and building career resilience for the years ahead. This dynamic session will spotlight the real-world impact and opportunities stemming from the MBN’s growing ecosystem, which already spans a wide variety of industries. Panelists will share insights on: How MBN connections have fostered professional growth and opened new doors ​The evolving landscape of workforce development, from trade careers to corporate roles Navigating post-shutdown realities including limited mobility, job insecurity, and food access Strategies for individuals between jobs or feeling stuck in their current roles How to pivot careers and develop adaptable, “future-proof” skill sets Whether you're exploring new career paths or looking to empower others within your network, this discussion will deliver honest perspectives, practical advice, and inspiration for what lies ahead in 2026 and beyond. The Minority Business Network wants to hear from you! Help us shape our upcoming event by sharing the topics that matter most to you. Your input will ensure we focus on the issues, challenges, and opportunities that truly support our community. http://business.whchamber.com/form/view/37858

Zoom webinar - register to get the link via email

Make Skin Sleigh

Come celebrate the holidays and make your skin sleigh! We will be offering on site demos for facials; education on skincare products and take advantage of our sales that we are offering for a variety of services offered (facials; lip filler; botox; skin care products)

Greenwich Medical Spa 65 Raymond Rd West Hartford, CT 06103

AM Connections - In Person

AM Connections returns to the Noah Webster Library as a full in-person program. Network with other business professional Open networking before and after program All attendees are invited to share a "30 Second Commercial" Member presentations, 5 Minute ......More

AM Connections returns to the Noah Webster Library as a full in-person program. Network with other business professional Open networking before and after program All attendees are invited to share a "30 Second Commercial" Member presentations, 5 Minute Spotlight - scheduled yours at [email protected] Presentation by Chamber staff Coffee & light refreshments  **If West Hartford Public Schools are delayed or closed due to weather this meeting is canceled. Please refer to our calendar or Channel 3 wfsb.com for closing information. Please park in the Isham parking garage for ticket validation. Use the lower entrance, located in the Blue Back Square courtyard (opposite Barnes & Nobles). DO NOT pay for parking at the kiosk, have your license plate number available to enter at the meeting for complimentary parking.

Noah Webster Library 20 South Main Street West Hartford, CT 06107 Enter via Isham Road Entrance

FLOW-tation Lunch

FLOW-tation Lunch is a wonderful opportunity to meet & mingle with our young professionals The December Flow-tation Lunch will be at AC Petersen, 240 Park Road.  

AC Petersen 240 Park Road

The *Original* West Hartford Farmers’ Market

  About Us: We promote family-owned, small businesses, bringing you quality products and locally produced foods with a freshness you can taste! We are proud to be a State of CT Certified Farmers’ Market! Everyone Welcome! Family & pet friendly atmosphere!

West Hartford Town Hall Parking Lot 50 South Main Street West Hartford, CT 06107

Behind-the-Scenes Tour: Remembering G. Fox and Co.

Our popular tour returns in December! Join us for two opportunities for a nostalgic behind-the scenes tour at the Connecticut Museum to see our collection of memorabilia from Hartford’s most iconic department store. Our archives contain hundreds of goods sold over the y......More

Our popular tour returns in December! Join us for two opportunities for a nostalgic behind-the scenes tour at the Connecticut Museum to see our collection of memorabilia from Hartford’s most iconic department store. Our archives contain hundreds of goods sold over the years at G. Fox & Co., ranging from wedding gowns to toilet paper! You’ll also learn about Beatrice Fox Auerbach, the pioneering businesswoman who led G. Fox & Co. through its golden age. Tickets must be purchased in advance online! DATES Saturday, December 13 @ 11 am Sunday, December 14 @ 2 pm. TICKETS $15 General Admission $10 for Connecticut Museum Members Free for Member levels $150+ Happens on the following Dates: Dec 13, 2025, 11:00am to 12:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada) Dec 14, 2025, 2:00pm to 3:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth Street Hartford, CT 06105

Workshop: Islamic Illuminated Art

Discover Islamic Illuminated Art, or Tazhib, with Afghan artist Khalida Marefat. With Khalida and her brother, Emran, you will learn the traditional shapes and basic techniques used in designing shamsas, the intricate sun medallions that are part of this art form. Khali......More

Discover Islamic Illuminated Art, or Tazhib, with Afghan artist Khalida Marefat. With Khalida and her brother, Emran, you will learn the traditional shapes and basic techniques used in designing shamsas, the intricate sun medallions that are part of this art form. Khalida will give a demonstration, show examples of her work, and provide samples for each participant to paint their own piece. No experience needed; all skill levels welcome. All materials will be provided. TICKETS $30 General Admission $25 Members Free for Member levels $150+ Cost includes all materials.

Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth Street Hartford, CT 06105