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Apr 06, 2023

Spring Showcase: Hello Hamden App

The all new “Hello Hamden App” is free and available for both Apple and Android. It was created to provide an easy access tool for residents, visitors, students and families. The App is sure to be a valuable resource that highlights local businesses, local events and all that Hamden has to offer. Find all things LOCAL in the palm of your hand! Link for download options.

The App was developed by the Hamden Regional Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Quinnipiac University and the Town of Hamden municipal government.

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Numerous updates and new additions to the summer camps guide. Link here. (Share with friends!)

Thursday April 6

Two wins away from an NCAA national championship. QU men’s ice hockey national semifinal game in the “Frozen Four” vs the University of Michigan. 8:30pm on ESPN2. Link for preview video.

Friday April 7

Join NH Docs and BVFCC for a new monthly screening collaboration. Our inaugural feature will be “The Oystering Life” directed by Steve Hamm. There will be a Q&A following the screen with director Steve Hamm and Chef Nadine Nelson, Green Queen of Cuisine, the eco chef and social entrepreneur of Global Local Gourmet, a roving community-supported kitchen. The event begins at 7pm, with a cover charge of $10.

3-day Jazz Festival @ Yale begins. Link for more details and show times.

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Saturday April 8

Science on Saturdays @ Yale. 10am-12pm. Free. Hamden families are invited to explore science with hands-on demonstrations by Yale students and a lecture by Yale professor Dr. Albert Ko. An infectious disease specialist and epidemiologist from the Yale School of Public Health, Dr. Ko will talk about "How We Use Science to Protect People from Epidemics." Link for more details.

NCAA National Championship game for men’s ice hockey. 8pm on ESPN2.

Hui: A Native Hawaiian Art Exhibition artwork made by Native Hawaiians from the Yale community (students, alumni, and faculty). Mediums include printing, photography, painting, and poetry. The gallery is located on the third flood of the Native American Cultural Center (26 High Street) and is open to the public. Celebrate the exhibition’s opening at a reception on April 8 from 2-5pm.

Monday April 10

Trek the Trail event on the Farmington Canal Trail. 5:30-7pm. Details below.

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Tuesday April 11

Kickoff Event - RiseUP Stories of Hope Mural Project. 5-7pm @ the site of the mural: AllTown Fresh, 1941 Dixwell Ave. Bring the whole family to check out the mural rendering, meet the artist, participate in some paint projects, and help us raise awareness of the benefits of organ donation. Food will be available for purchase. Link for more details.

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Wednesday April 12

Group guitar lesson @ Brundage Community Branch Library. 6:30pm. Free. Link for registration.

Hamden’s mobile food pantry for everyone. Free. 4:30-5:30pm.

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Thursday April 13

Town-wide Elementary Concert. 7pm @ HHS. Details below.

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Blackout poetry teen event @ Miller Library. 3-4pm. Link for registration.

Spring Lecture Series returns at Thyme & Season. 7pm. Free. Details below.

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Friday April 14

Hamden Senior Services Wellness Fair. 10am-12pm @ Thornton Wilder Hall. Details below.

Saturday April 15

Hamden Health Fair @ Keefe Community Center in partnership with QU. Free health screenings. 10am-2pm. Details below.

Are you curious about what STEM careers exist that you probably didn’t know about? Do you want to hear about hands-on experiences from speakers in that field? Come and join STEM Mentors' webinar highlighting under-showcased career opportunities. 12-2pm. Open to Hamden students in grades 9-12. Link to register.

Free Tax Fillings for qualifying Hamden residents @ Keefe Community Center. 9am-3pm. Details below.

Hamden Food in the News:

Hamden girl scout troops with multiple cookie booth locations around town for the 3-day weekend. Details below.

Community donations needed for the Hamden Food Bank. Details below.

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More Hamden Programs:

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