5/28/26 Newsletter
• May 28, 2026
Welcome to summer weekend number two. Hopefully this one spends a little less time underwater than the first one did.*
Three Ways To Spend Time Under This Weekend’s Blue Moon
• May 28, 2026
A rare Blue Moon rises over the shoreline this Sunday, and these three events offer very different ways to experience it beneath the night sky.
Chocolate, Strawberries & Absolutely No Self-Control This Weekend
• May 28, 2026
A giant chocolate expo and a strawberry festival are both happening here this weekend, which honestly feels less like scheduling and more like temptation.
The Bands, Bars & Waterfront Stages Keeping Summer Alive This Weekend
• May 28, 2026
Patio season is finally acting like patio season again. From beach bars and breweries to casinos, wineries, and waterfront stages, here’s where live music is taking over the shoreline this weekend.
Nate Bargatze, Brendan Fraser & A24 Lead This Weekend’s Movie Lineup
• May 28, 2026
From internet nightmare fuel and tense D-Day drama to family comedy and one hidden gem, this weekend’s movie lineup has a little bit of everything.
5/21/26 Newsletter
• May 21, 2026
Thursday, May 21, 2026 Across the region this weekend, towns will hold parades, ceremonies, and memorial events honoring the military members who gave their lives
Rainy Day Escape Guide: Sunday 5/24/26
• May 21, 2026
When the umbrellas come out, there are still plenty of ways to salvage Sunday.
Memorial Day Weekend Live Music Guide: Local Bands & Waterfront Stages
• May 21, 2026
Shoreline patios, breweries, casinos, and outdoor venues come alive with local music across SE Connecticut & SW Rhode Island this Memorial Day weekend.
Lightsabers, Horror & Meryl Streep Near Mystic
• May 21, 2026
Space battles, jump scares, and one or two decent ways to escape the holiday crowds for a couple of hours.
Southeastern CT Memorial Day Parades
• May 18, 2026
Memorial Day weekend across SE Connecticut and SW Rhode Island brings more than the unofficial start of summer. Town greens, village streets, and shoreline downtowns
5/14/2026 Newsletter
• May 18, 2026
Thursday, May 14, 2026One more week until Memorial Day weekend officially kicks off summer around here, and honestly, you can already feel it starting. Garden fairs are
If you don’t like horror, a green ogre might be your best bet
• May 14, 2026
A thriller, a mess, and a lovable green grouch hit theaters this weekend.
Coastal Nights, Cold Drinks & Live Music Everywhere
• May 14, 2026
Local bands. Regional favorites. Four nights of live music across the shoreline. 051426~051726
5/07/2026 Newsletter
• May 12, 2026
Thursday, May 7, 2026Mother’s Day weekend has officially arrived, and the local calendar is starting to explode. More than 65 events are happening across southeastern
Italian Restaurants in Mystic (And One Worth Leaving Town For)
• May 9, 2026
These Italian restaurants have built loyal followings for homemade pasta, strong cocktails, fresh seafood, and atmospheres people remember long after vacation ends.
Honestly? Kind Of A Weird Week At The Movies
• May 7, 2026
Something old, something new, and something that smells like a pig farm.
4/30/2026 Newsletter
• May 5, 2026
Thursday, April 30, 2026Welcome to all the new subscribers joining us for Week 2 of The CT Beacon. This weekend is packed, with over 40 events happening
Southeastern Connecticut Mother’s Day Brunch Guide (2026)
• May 5, 2026
Buffets, prix fixe dinners, and à la carte spots… everything you need to book before it’s gone.
Miranda Walks In. Horror Kicks The Door Down
• April 30, 2026
Something old, something new, and something that smells like a pig farm.
4/24/2026 Newsletter
• April 25, 2026
Welcome to the first edition of The CT Beacon. If you’ve been waiting for a reason to get out this weekend, here it is. More
A Quiet Week At The Theater
• April 23, 2026
Not a great week for new releases, but I have a best bet that’s a blast from the past!
Low-Key Places to Eat When You Don’t Want a Whole Scene
• April 13, 2026
You don’t need a “scene” to go out. You just need a place that doesn’t make you want to leave.
The Easiest Way to Pick a Place to Eat Without Overthinking It
• March 20, 2026
Stop trying to find the best place. Pick one and go.
Where to Grab a Drink Without Regretting It Later
• March 19, 2026
Most bad nights start with the wrong bar. Pick better and leave faster.