Good morning, Danbury.

A Hartford resident claimed a $4 million prize on the first day of May with a Fortune ticket—making it the second largest win this year, while a Danbury player won $2 million on May 20.

The Connecticut Lottery also reported that over 50 winners received prizes of $10,000 or more last month.

Former Norwalk official Ellen Wink admitted killing her tenant Kurt Lametta, and her murder trial begins today in Stamford—jurors will decide if her self-defense claim is valid amid evidence including a graphic video recording and a long history of disputes.

Launched Monday, Connecticut displayed five billboards and six subway live boards in New York City that featured messages challenging New York pizza and inviting calls to 1-844-CTPIZZA—this campaign by the state office aimed to promote Connecticut as the Pizza Capital of the U.S. The boards appeared in busy spots like Times Square and Mott Street—using playful rivalry to boost the state's pizza reputation.

The State of Connecticut Mosquito Management Program began trapping and testing mosquitoes on June 2nd—using 108 sites statewide to check for West Nile virus and eastern equine encephalitis until October.

Officials note that West Nile virus usually peaks between July and September in urban areas.

Graphic Design Certificate Program

Time TBA — American Graphics Institute — Cost varies — Gain hands-on skills and knowledge for a career in graphic design with this comprehensive certificate program.

FREE Baseball & Life Skills Clinic

9 AM – 12 PM — Rogers Park — Free entry — Learn baseball skills from MLB alumni and enjoy lunch while connecting with the community.

Community Tag Sale

1:30 PM — Candlewood Town Park — Free entry — Discover great deals and connect with your neighbors in a vibrant community atmosphere.

2025 Danbury Street Festival

12-6 p.m. — Downtown Barbershop — Free entry — A vibrant street festival featuring local artisans, food trucks, live music, and family fun in downtown Danbury.

The Men of Soul Concert

7 p.m. — City Center Green — Ticket info unavailable — Experience a vibrant evening of classic R&B hits with The Men of Soul and their talented band.

Romance Book Club

7-8:30 p.m. — The BookSmiths Shoppe — Free entry — Discuss the romantic twists and heartfelt moments in Ashley Poston's 'Sounds Like Love' over tea and literary camaraderie.

Danbury Town Park Fireworks over Candlewood Lake

9:15 p.m. — Danbury Town Park — Free entry — Celebrate the night with stunning fireworks illuminating Candlewood Lake and the surrounding park.