LIFE

During the theme song to the old television series “Cheers,” the singer belts out the lyrics of the popular Boston bar: “Sometimes you wanna go...Where everybody knows your name...And they're always glad you came.”

Parks and recreation director Lisa Zerio found out something when the 250th anniversary working group started brainstorming ideas to celebrate the nation’s semiquincentennial.

Glastonbury Life took a trip down Main Street at summer’s halfway point to see what homeowners were showcasing on the front doors of their historic homes. With the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, many of the doors showcased patriotism and American flags. Others showcased the abundance of summer flowers and plants. GL

It appears a plan to build an apartment complex in the middle of an industrial zone will be moving forward after a three-year court battle.

The International Society for Krishna Consciousness - or ISKCON - of Connecticut returns to town Aug. 15, a month later than usual for the 18th annual Hare Krishna Chariot Festival.

Looking for a challenge this summer? West Hartford’s Teen Fire Academy will be held this coming summer and is open to ages 13 to 17. Five full days will prove to be challenging, opening campers, or cadets, to leadership and teamwork opportunities in firefighting and emergency medical services that could impact a lifetime and set youth toward rewarding career paths.