Info: Join Nate Huether and UnionAutomata for the duo's Firehouse 12 debut, and let yourself be taken on a music journey from their eclectic collection of ambient, house and techno records. Location: Firehouse 12, NHV.

Info: Join New Haven Immigrants Coalition for a community gathering and dinner, where you can learn about your rights, how to organize in your apartment complex, neighborhood, workplace, school, place of worship or any other community space. Location: First Presbyterian Church, NHV. More

Info: Curated Galentine’s community event by Liri Vintage, Cielv Rings, and Painted Lady Vintage, with local femme-owned vendors! vVntage goods, jewelry, cards, zines, etc (including ctcunt;;)) Location: Mood Studio, Middletown. More

Info: Come celebrate an album that redefined an art form—the beat tape as a masterpiece. Mark the 20th birthday of J Dilla’s Donuts, a visionary and endlessly sampled work that forever changed the sound of hip-hop, soul, and electronic music. We revisit an otherworldly opus from a beautiful mind whose handiwork elevated legends from A Tribe Called Quest and D’Angelo to Janet Jackson and Erykah Badu. We’ll honor the genius of the maker and his creation. And to make the party complete, free donuts (while supplies last). Location: GRAILS, New Haven. More

Info: HEATED RIVALRY NIGHT, a bold, high-energy LGBTQ+ dance party presented by Club 90s. Location: The Webster Underground, Hartford. More

Info: Sexy, Sensual, and Sultry: Showcasing the talent of dancers, poets, and singers. Location: The Lincoln Room, Newington. More

Info: Celebrate Ri-Ri’s most compelling and critically lauded record—an anti-commercial masterwork that proved both a commercial success and her last album to date, at this record listening party. Plus, an anti-cake that is, in fact, cake. Location: GRAILS, New Haven. More

Info: Nutmeg Burlesque hosts this night where YOU pick the songs! Location: Spruce Coffee, NHV. More

Info: The DJ Circle is a community-run learning space for DJs of all levels. Location: The Sandbox, NHV. More

Info: Spinning a mixed bag of cosmic and forgotten sounds. Location: Firehouse 12, NHV.

Info: Live music and raffle benefitting the Armanda Family, featuring VVEBS, Venus Kiss, Second Opinion, and Radiodonta. Location: Cafe Nine, NHV. More

Info: Poison Rhythm presents five bands from the scene that insists upon itself. All ages. Location: Space Ballroom, NHV. More

Info: The legendary member of Wu-Tang Clan performs. Location: District Music Hall, Norwalk. More

Info: ✨🖤 Calling all shiny object lovers! 🖤✨ Join us for Crow Party: A Shiny Object Exchange on January 24th at Witch B!tch Thrift! Bring your odd trinkets, treasures, and sparkly finds to trade with fellow collectors. 👑🐦⬛ Location: Witch Bitch Thrift, NHV. More

Info: Join Elm City Swing & Blues to learn the basic 6-count swing, Charleston, and blues dance ending in a pizza dinner and dance social in a fun, queer friendly environment <3 Location: St. John’s Episcopal Church Parish Hall, NHV. More

Info: House music dance till you drop 21+ Location: 973 Boston Post Rd, West Haven. More

Info: Western Reserve, The Problem with Kids Today and VVEBS are booked to play Bosco’s bday at sheets! Location: Three Sheets, NHV.

Info: Join for a night of hilarious stand-up comedy that will have you rolling in the aisles. Jasmine Mills is guaranteed to bring the house down with her wit and humor. Location: The Sandbox, NHV. More

Info: A hilarious, queer-focused “sex-ed” themed trivia night and local vendor market to fundraise for Planned Parenthood of Southern New England. Location: East Rock Brewing, NHV. More

Info: Unleash your inner creative with guided collaging using up-cycled materials ! Location: Green Kettle Coffee, Wallingford. More

Info: Little Lion’s listening lounge will be spinning your fav alt albums at your fav coffee shop. +coffee, cocktails, natural wines, mocktails, and charcuterie. Location: Jitterbus Cafe More

Info: ❄️🛍️ WINTER BIN SALE ALERT! 🛍️❄️ Warm up your January with our $13 Fill-A-Bag Bin Sale! Dig, discover, and stuff your bag with as many goodies as you can fit. 👀✨ Location: Witch Bitch Thrift, NHV. More

Info: Cozy lil set with sounds by Dylan Healy and Figurine. Location: Spruce Coffee, NHV. More

Info: Out At The Nine Presents: Drag Queen Karaoke Wet your whistles people! It’s time for some Queer-aoke! Come sing your favorite songs with us here at Cafe Nine! Sunday, January 11th starting at 5pm till??? Location: Cafe Nine, NHV. More