Face CT 10-1-23
Eversource Vice President of Customer Operations Jess Cain goes into detail about the Utility's new discount rate program that's starting in December of 2023.

Eversource Vice President of Customer Operations Jess Cain goes into detail about the Utility's new discount rate program that's starting in December of 2023.
David A. Lapreay, CPRP Director of Recreation, Youth & Senior Services for Southington and Apple Harvest Festival Coord. talks about this year's Apple Harvest Festival. The 2023 Festival is scheduled for the weekends (Friday-Sunday) of September 29-October 1 and October 6-8. Get more info at https://www.southington.org/ahf/
Dale and Lu Picard, from Educating Canines Assisting with Disabilities in Torrington, observe National Service Dog Awareness Month with a conversation about the dogs and their training.
Kristen Gauvin, President of Boxes to Boots discusses the campaign for this years Operation Cares 2023 event. Donations are needed and volunteers are wanted. Their mission is 100% of donations go directly to Boxes to Boots to support creating and delivering care packages to our soldiers overseas. Learn more at https://boxestoboots.org/
Senator Tony Hwang (R-Fairfield) discusses recent insurance rate hikes and legislative proposals to reduce the cost of healthcare.
The Connecticut State Department of Education breaks down 2022-2023 attendance and school performance data. Guests are CSDE Chief Performance Officer Ajit Gopalakrishnan and Chronic Absenteeism, Community Partnerships and Wraparound Strategies Consultant Kari Sullivan.
Gerri Griswold Director of Administration and Development at White Memorial Conservation Center and all around amazing person and friend talks about all some of the events coming up at White Memorial Conservation Center in the near future. Including the World famous 41st ANNUAL FAMILY NATURE DAY- September 23rd. All the information can be found at https://whitememorialcc.org/
AFSCME Local 391 President Collin Provost responds to recent violence in Connecticut prisons.
Brad Griswold, Manager, Simsbury Airport and David Pelizzon founder of Squadron Capital and member of the Simsbury Flying Club talk about this years SIMSBURY FLY-IN, CLASSIC CAR SHOW AND FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL, Presented by: SQUADRON CAPITAL Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023 - 8 AM to 5 PM ? Fly-In, Car Show and Food Trucks (Rain date Oct. 1)
Gary Cirullo, Garlic Farm manager and owner 76 Simsbury Rd. West Granby, CT. Garlic, its not just a Vampire deterrent. Lots of it is grown right here in the state and a sight to see hanging.
Getting into the 2023-2024 school year, Connecticut Education Association President Kate Dias outlines educators' concerns ahead of the start of school at the end of August.
Ahead of the return to school at the end of August, Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents Fran Rabinowicz addresses concerns that administrators are feeling ahead of the 2023-2024 academic year.
Daniel Miramant, Director • Association of Connecticut Fairs along with being Vice President • Durham Fair talks bout this upcoming fair season and their Season Pass to the fairs this year. More info at CTAGFairs.org
Kristen Cusato, communications director of the Alzheimer's Association - Connecticut Chapter, discusses early warning signs of the disease and their calls for increased financial assistance from Medicare to pay for FDA approved treatments.
Republican State Senator Tony Hwang of Fairfield discusses the future implementation of electric vehicle legislation and new emission goals in Connecticut, as well as in the New England region.
Steve Wakefield talks to us about Vernon's Annual "Summer Days" Carnival
Amy Watkins of "Watch for Me CT" talks about the Road to Zero initiative regarding crashes involving motorists and pedestrians.
Scott Wands who is the Director of Grants and Programs at CT Humanities joins us to talk about the Connecticut Summer at the Museum – the popular state program that enables Connecticut children to receive free admission at dozens of museums across the state during the summer months – is returning for 2023 with more than 120 museums statewide participating.
Quinnipiac University Political Science Professor Scott McLean breaks down the legacy of Former Connecticut Governor Lowell Weicker, who died less than a week ago at age 92.
Rachael Budd, the art teacher and gallery manager at The Woodstock Academy talks about The Life and Legacy of Caroll Spinney exhibit with drawing of Sesame Street‘s Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch at Woodstock Academy’s Bracken Memorial Library.
Waterbury Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Verna Ruffin discusses the district's response to recent threats and lockdowns within the city's school system.
Rep. Eleni Kavros DeGraw (D-Avon, Canton) addresses bears in her district and legislative proposals to curb bear and human interactions.
Lisa Lappe Director of Communication and Visitor Experience for the New Britain Museum of American Art talks about the new exhibits, including the Walter Wick: Hidden Wonders! running now till September 3rd.
Michael Fasulo, Southington Drive-in Committee chairman updates up on the 2023 movie lineup and some great events and additions to this years line up.
Brenda Watson, Executive Director of Operation Fuel, discusses the increase in applications for the last energy assistance season.
Julie Savin, President of Eastern Connecticut Housing Opportunities, dives into various housing challenges faced in Eastern Connecticut.
Lynsey Winters, Communications Director with Lake Compounce Amusement & Water Park discusses this years new rides and events. Like the floating music stage and opening weekend.
Ric Suzio, co-chairman of the festival committee for the 2023 Meriden Daffodil Festival April 29, 30th at Hubbard Park in Meriden.
Outgoing Hartford Health Director Liany Arroyo discusses her time in Hartford dealing with various public health issues, including COVID-19.
The Newington Children's Theatre Company celebrates 60 years. Board President Chris DeFrancsco joins several children who are part of the program.