Zip 06424 · Weekend of 2026-01-09
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| Zip 06424 06424 | Weekend of January 9-11, 2026 |
WEEKEND SNAPSHOT
Sunny but cold; Highs 34-37°F, Lows near 20°F.
Standard winter road maintenance on CT-66; watch for overnight black ice.
⚡ If You Only Do One Thing
Connecticut Science Center: Winter Innovation Expo
Saturday or Sunday, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
"Fully indoor and climate-controlled with underground parking, offering high-energy activities for kids and engaging tech exhibits for professionals during a sub-40°F weekend."
PRO TIP: Purchase a 'Science Center + Garage' combo ticket online to bypass the street-level kiosk lines and enter directly from the elevator.
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📍 Top Spots
Machimoodus State Park Winter Trek
Friday-Sunday, Sunrise to Sunset • Moodus, CT (5 miles from 06424)
A scenic, low-impact hike with sweeping views of the Salmon River.
Best For: Active professionals seeking quiet outdoor cardio. • Cost: Free (CT registered vehicles)
Rule of 3 Brewing Indoor Taproom
Saturday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM • East Hampton, CT
Local craft brewery featuring seasonal stouts and a family-friendly heated taproom.
Best For: Socializing and trying new winter-batch releases. • Cost: Varies ($7-$12 per pour)
Glastonbury Indoor Farmers Market
Saturday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM • Hubbard Street, Glastonbury
Winter market featuring local root vegetables, fresh sourdough, and hot coffee.
Best For: Young families stocking up for weekly meal prep. • Cost: Free entry
Choose Your Mode
Mode: Family Adventure
Pizza & Bowling at T-Bowl Lanes
$25-$40
Friday Night • Newington/Middletown area
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Tip: Call ahead for lane availability; Friday nights often sell out by 6:00 PM.
Mode: Active Professional
Bouldering Session at Central Rock Gym
$25 Day Pass
Sunday Morning • Glastonbury
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Tip: First-timers should complete the online waiver before arrival to save 15 minutes.
Weekend at a Glance
Friday Night
Movie Night: Soulm8te
New Release
Saturday Morning
Glastonbury Farmers Market
Local Food
Saturday Afternoon
CT Science Center
Family Fun
Sunday Afternoon
Machimoodus Hike
Fresh Air
⚠️ Logistics Watch Outs
Icy Patch Alert on CT-196
Early mornings (pre-9 AM) near the shaded curves heading toward Haddam.
Stick to the main artery (CT-66) where salt treatment is more consistent.
Science Center Capacity
Saturday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Arrive at opening (10:00 AM) to experience the main exhibits before the midday crowd.
🍿 Movies
Top Box Office
Five Nights at Freddy's 2 (PG-13): The massive horror sequel continues its box office dominance into the new year.
The Black Phone 2 (R): Ethan Hawke returns in this supernatural thriller that remains a top-five holdover.
New This Weekend
Amsel: Illustrator of the Lost Art (NR): Released Jan 9, this documentary explores the life of the man behind cinema's most iconic posters.
Soulm8te (PG-13): Released Jan 2, 2026. An erotic thriller spin-off from the M3GAN universe about an AI companion gone wrong.
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| Date | Event | Action |
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| February 14, 2026 | Valentine's Tasting at Arrigoni Winery | High; reservations for the heated pavilion open this week. |