Holiday cheer to bring out ‘The Hart of Hartford’

HARTFORD — The Hartford Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual Christmas parade this Saturday at 3 p.m. in downtown Hartford, with the theme "The Hart of Hartford." The city will also kick off the holiday season with several events and festivities both before and after the parade. The weekend begins with Holiday Open House, which will run from Friday through Sunday. Various shops in Hartford will offer deals and specials to shoppers. Community members can contact their favorite Hartford businesses to see which deals they will be offering. On Saturday, Santa will be making an appearance in Hartford ahead of the Christmas parade aboard the historic Soo Line 1003. Visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and see the 112-year-old steam engine train, in Hartford from 10:45 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. ahead of the parade at the corner of Main Street and Wisconsin Avenue. The 40th annual great Hartford Craft Expo, hosted by the Hartford Women’s Club, will also be held Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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