The weather that morning: Overcast and 66°, 82° by afternoon — gray, but the coffee shops are warm. · Sun rises 6:49 a.m., sets 6:31 p.m.
Last-quarter moon
Elm City Almanac: A. C. Gilbert of New Haven invented the Erector Set here in 1913.
The Lead, as printed
Sat, Oct 3 · 12:00 AM — Haas Family Arts Library
Visit the exhibit at Haas Arts Library that explores artists' reflections on American history and the concept of the American Dream. This exhibition runs through November 8 in New Haven.
Sat, Oct 3 — Schwarzman Center
Explore the work of designer Nontsikelelo Mutiti at The Dome Gallery, focusing on the aesthetics of hair braiding in black life. This exhibit is free and open to the public in New Haven.
Sat, Oct 3 — Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library
Visit the exhibit at Beinecke Library showcasing the life and work of Rachel Carson, a pioneer in environmental activism. This exhibition runs through October 4 in New Haven.
Food · by Sup, New Haven?
If Tuesday, September 29 needs a plan, State Street can absolutely handle it. This walk runs from coffee to pizza to Thai to cocktails, with one very easy art detour nearby if you want to stretch the night.
Lifestyle · by Sup, New Haven?
This week in New Haven has a very specific kind of energy: art during the day, something smart at lunch, and dinner plans that make leaving the house feel worth it. Here are seven solid ways to build your week around what’s actually on the calendar right now.
Events · by Sup, New Haven?
If your ideal Sunday includes produce, coffee, and a loose plan that can turn into art or pizza, September 27 is giving you options. Here’s an easy New Haven day built around CitySeed’s Edgewood Park Farmers Market, plus a few nearby spots from the fact pack.
Lifestyle · by Sup, New Haven?
If you want a New Haven weekend that actually feels like New Haven, this one starts with coffee, folds in Saturday’s art and market picks, and leaves room for a very serious pizza decision. Here’s a clean, low-stress 48-hour plan built only from what’s on the calendar and around town.
Neighborhoods · by Sup, New Haven?
If you want a New Haven neighborhood plan that feels a little more waterside and a little less obvious, Fair Haven has a strong case. This one is short and specific: come here for marina views, East Coast oysters, and a part of the city that makes a great dinner destination.
Food · by Sup, New Haven?
New Haven does date night really well, but not every dinner spot feels like date-night dinner. These seven picks cover the full range, from Chapel Street French bistro energy to harbor views and a very solid Wooster Street pizza move.
New Haven police are investigating a stabbing on the 100 block of Church Street that happened Thursday night. The injuries do not appear to be life-threatening, and the investigation is ongoing in New Haven.
— via WTNH
New Haven alders questioned why city inspectors do not enforce school building conditions the same way they do for residential properties. The discussion highlighted gaps in how New Haven responds to mold, heat, and infestations in schools.
— via New Haven Independent
A New Haven man was convicted in connection with a deadly 2023 crash in the city, according to prosecutors. The case was handled in New Haven Judicial District court and involved allegations tied to a crash near Harding.
— via WTNH
A New Haven judge kept alive a tenants union lawsuit against Sunset Ridge’s landlord, allowing the case to move forward even though the lead plaintiff no longer lives at the complex. The ruling is a notable development for New Haven tenants organizing around housing conditions.
— via New Haven Independent
Oscar-qualifying international short films took center stage at Shubert’s Elm City Cabaret in New Haven. The screening brought a film-focused arts event to downtown New Haven.
— via New Haven Independent
Project Access marked its 16th anniversary while preparing a response to proposed HUSKY cuts in New Haven. The effort centers on local uninsured residents and the organizations that serve them.
— via New Haven Independent
A New York Times Athletic report examined how Yale let its newly restored golf course fall apart in New Haven. The piece focuses on a costly local sports facility and the problems surrounding its restoration.
— via New Haven Independent
Early education advocates gathered on Dixwell Avenue in New Haven to criticize a proposed Head Start rule change. The meeting highlighted local concerns about how federal policy could affect New Haven families and preschool programs.
— via New Haven Independent