Connecticut Pride Organizing: New Haven hosted the Connecticut Pride Summit, bringing together dozens of groups to share safety, organizing know-how, and allyship resources. Arts Leadership: Ilene Frank steps in as the new Executive Director and CEO of the Connecticut Museum of Culture and History, reflecting on the museum’s 200-year legacy and why kids need more history. Theater & Books: Andrew Keenan-Bolger returns to the spotlight with Limelight, a 1996 coming-of-age YA novel drawn from his performing and writing life. Broadway Memoir: Marc Shaiman talks through his memoir Never Mind The Happy, pairing showbiz triumphs with personal stories. Local Festival Spotlight: Bridgeport’s Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church kicks off its annual Greek Festival with food, music, dance, and family activities. Community Journalism Honors: News 12 Connecticut earns two 2026 Edward R. Murrow Awards for Holocaust-era violin restoration and sports remembrance. Norwalk Beach Dining: Luca’s Beach Kitchen opens at Calf Pasture Beach, continuing the area’s music-and-vibes tradition. CT Arts Calendar: A roundup highlights what’s happening in Connecticut arts this week, from major concerts to smaller, local performances.