The Connecticut Democracy Center

It’s time for a celebration and some sweet competition! Join Connecticut’s Old State House on Saturday, November 2, for the third annual Election Cake Bake Off from 12 Noon to 3 pm. This event is FREE and open to the public. To RSVP, click here: https://lnkd.in/euPjAqVp. Historically, Election Day in Connecticut combined voting with parties, libations, parades, and cake! Connecticut pastry chefs and bakers will go whisk to whisk to have their confection crowned the official Connecticut Election Cake of 2024. This family-friendly event includes cake tasting, music, and fun activities in preparation for election day on November 5. Judges include Food Historian Linda Civitello, Ph.D., Lanasha Robinson of Yelp Connecticut, and Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas. #CTOldStateHouse #ElectionCake

Worried your vote doesn't matter? Maybe you don't feel either candidate is worthy of your vote? Before deciding whether to stay home on Election Day, consider how low voter turnout could impact you. Imagine these dots represent the people in your community. The yellow dots are the folks who come out to vote. The gray dots represent those who stay home. Remember, the November 5th election isn't just about choosing a president. It's about selecting leaders to represent your community and state. When voter turnout is low, the decision is left to a small portion of people. Ask yourself, does this small slice of the community share my priorities? Do these voters face the same challenges as me? Can I trust them to represent my interests? The more people who vote, the better consensus we get of who the community believes should lead. So, whether you vote early or on Election Day, in-person or absentee, your vote represents your priorities and ideals - and that counts for something. Please share. #CTDemocracyCenter 

Take advantage of the beautiful weather and stroll around Connecticut's Old State House to see "389 Years in 389 Steps," an exhibit of Hartford history now on display along the fence line. Check it out: #CTOldStateHouse #CTDemocracyCenter

Are you an educator or school administrator with a passion for civics? Have you heard of the "We The People," an interscholastic competition focused on exploring the history and principles of the constitutional democracy of the United States? Join the Center for Civic Education for a virtual open house on November 12 at 7 pm to learn more about bringing this program to your school or district. RSVP Here: https://lnkd.in/eY5G5tr7 #WeThePeople #CTDemocracyCenter #CTOldStateHouse

Former CT Supreme Court Chief Justice Ellen Ash Peters is considered a pioneer for women in Connecticut. Be sure to watch CT-N coverage of the memorial celebration in her honor: https://lnkd.in/gXkbmqgH. Ellen Ash Peters was the first female faculty member at Yale Law School and was appointed the first woman to serve as Connecticut's chief justice in 1978 by Governor Ella Grasso. She is described as a trailblazer known for writing the majority opinion of the State's Supreme Court landmark Sheff v. O'Neill school desegregation ruling in 1996. #CTNetwork

Let there be CAKE! Did you know that, back in the 19th century, Election Day included parties, libations, parades, and CAKE? Connecticut’s Old State House pays tribute with some sweet competition with the 3rd Annual Election Cake Bake Off. Bring the kids, a friend, or a date, and TASTE confections created by Connecticut bakers! Enjoy music, vote for your favorite, and gear up for Election Day on Tuesday, November 5. Admission is FREE! 

Last year The Connecticut Democracy Center established an award to honor individuals for their commitment to public service in government, business, our communities and schools. We're doing it again, but we need your help! Let us know about a neighbor, colleague or business who deserves to be recognized for their passion, selflessness and leadership. Submitting a nomination is simple. Visit bit.ly/CTDCAward2025 for more info. #CTDC #CTDCAwards2025

Last year The Connecticut Democracy Center established an award to honor individuals for their commitment to public service in government, business, our communities and schools. We're doing it again, but we need your help! Let us know about a neighbor, colleague or business who deserves to be recognized for their passion, selflessness and leadership. Submitting a nomination is simple. Visit bit.ly/CTDCAward2025 for more info. #CTDC #CTDCAwards2025

The deadline is less than a month away, but there's still time to get your nominations in. Tell us about a community, business or philanthropic leader you think is deserving of recognition!

Due to weather concerns for tomorrow, the Hartford Live September 19th concert featuring Real Estate will be moved indoors to Infinity Music Hall and Bistro (Hartford, CT), located at 32 Front Street. Admission remains FREE, and the show is open to all ages. Doors open at 5:00 p.m., with the opening act, Fantasy of a Broken Heart, starting at 6:00 p.m. Capacity is limited. Parking for $5 is available at the Front Street North Garage. #GoodWorksLive #HartfordLive #CityofHartford #CTOldStateHouse