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Wonderade Punch List
Hartford Weekend
Friday, Oct 16
Both days stay chilly around 53, with a 22% chance of drizzle on Saturday, so pack jackets. Watch the wiener dog race, then try improv and a free robotics workshop.
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The weather read
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Saturday
53° / 37°
Cloudy, 22% rain.
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Sunday
53° / 35°
Cloudy, 4% rain.
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Punch List rule this weekend: Chilly morning: save outdoor plans for the warm middle of the day. Pack a rain jacket in case of drizzle.
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Saturday plan |
 Morning |
Wiener dogs race at Dunkin' Park, a silly and very cheerable morning. Dress warm for the stands.
Dunkin' Park · $12 to $34 · Outdoors, open sun
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 Afternoon |
Sea Tea Improv teaches kids comedy games, quick thinking and silly scenes. Book ahead.
Sea Tea Improv Studios · $18 · Indoors · Book ahead
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Sunday plan |
Chilly morning: save outdoor plans for the warm middle of the day.
 Morning |
A hands-on robotics workshop for kids 5 to 14 is a great pick for young builders. Check the time first, since the listing gives none.
Hartford Marriott Downtown · Price not listed · Indoors
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| Afternoon |
Sea Tea Improv's kids improv workshop runs again Sunday. Book ahead and check hours before you go.
Sea Tea Improv Studios · $18 · Indoors · Book ahead
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Dinner, sorted · ShopRite
Sheet Pan Chicken Night
Protein value: about 34 g protein per $
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At about 34 g protein per $, Perdue chicken breast is one of the best protein values among this week's dinner deals. Everything roasts on one sheet pan, so cleanup is quick too. |
| Perdue Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast |
$2.99 lb |
| Broccoli Crowns |
$0.88/lb |
| Bonduelle Bistro Salad Bowls |
$1.99 |
| Green Giant Riced Veggie Blends or Riced Cauliflower |
$2.49 |
Ad prices good through Saturday, Oct 17.
How to cook it: Toss with oil, salt, garlic and a little honey, then roast at 425° on one sheet pan with the vegetables for about 25 minutes.
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Runner-up dinner · ShopRite
Fish Taco Night
Want fish instead? Salmon tacos are a quick, easy second dinner from the same store. Fresh Premium Faroe Island Salmon Fillet ($9.99 lb, about 9 g protein per $), Hass Avocados ($3.00), Ortega Dinner Kits, Wraps or Salsa ($2.49).
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The weekend bonus
A store baked pumpkin pie at $4.99 turns into a decorating project: let the kids top slices with whipped cream faces. Then everyone gets to eat their art.
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Quick grocery wins |
| Perdue Thin Sliced Boneless Chicken Breast ShopRite · about 24 g protein per $ |
$4.19 lb |
| 1-lb. Bag Bowl & Basket Cod Portions ShopRite · about 7 g protein per $ |
$11.99 |
| Nature's Reserve Boneless NY Strip or Ribeye Steak ShopRite · about 7 g protein per $ |
$12.99 lb |
| Wild Caught Alaska Sockeye Salmon Fillet ShopRite · about 5 g protein per $ |
$19.99 lb |
Ads run Oct 11 to Oct 17. Prices can vary by store, so check your local ad. Protein figures use USDA values and the weight stated in the ad.
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