Hidden Gems 2021: Hotspots, History In Hartford, Tolland Counties

Manchester CT

31 December, 2021

8:30 AM

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HARTFORD/TOLLAND COUNTIES, CT — There were certainly enough Hidden Gems to be highlighted in 2021 throughout Tolland and Hartford counties. We went from a skywalk over a highway to actual skydivers. We found historic nooks and crannies and notable artifacts. Oh and there were plenty of eateries for the foodies among us. We also ran to a famous spot in a famous race. As we close out 2021, here is a look back at Hidden Gems for the year: First Decorated Christmas TreeBolton Notch Trail BridgeCivil War DrumCivil War Powder KegMile 4, Manchester Road RaceThe West Hartford ArmoryThe Capitol's Nooks and CranniesWickham Park Aviary55 West Main, New BritainBottle and Can Redemption CentersThe Dodd Center for Human Rights at UConnManchester Ropes Challenge Course4-H Education Center at AuerfarmFuego Picante Food TruckThe AmistadThe 9/11 memorialsClub Champion Golf FittersGolden Irene RestaurantAvery's SodaPetersen Flower FarmR Dee WineryGolden Gavel Auction HouseThe Cogswell Temperance FountainThe Old State HouseBouNom BakeryUnion Pond Park/Jay Howroyd Fitness TrailCedar Knob Restaurant & BanquetsUConn Dairy BarTopstone Golf CourseBackwoods Smokin' BBQThe Ranch HouseFoster Hill FarmEmma Hart Willard BirthplaceConnecticut Parachutists Skydiving ClubJust Be SalonTail Winds Ice Cream ShopThe MLK MuralThe Hilltop Restaurant and BarFrancesco's RistoranteThe Modern MilkmanCotton Hollow KitchenFearless Cards, Toys and CollectiblesFork & FireLena's Italian KitchenSouthwood Antiques & MarketplaceSwank PearceVernon Depot Historic ParkFarr's Sporting GoodsRobs Drivin Diner____ The Hidden Gems series features out-of-the-way mom and pop restaurants, small specialty stores you may have never heard of, little-known historical markers or beautiful nature spots that may be a bit off the beaten path, all located within Hartford and Tolland counties. Do you have a favorite "hidden gem" in the area that you wish to see featured in this column? Email your ideas to [email protected].