The Sleeping Giant Reading Series brings writers and book lovers together on the third Thursday of the month. In the long shadow of Hamden’s Sleeping Giant, writers of every kind gather to hear professional readings, raise a glass, network, and support one another’s work. All are welcome, whether you’re a scribbler who hasn’t yet dared to call yourself a “writer” or an experienced published author.

Join us for first-hour readings by our featured guest writers, including some of the great voices of our day, followed by Writers’ Happy Hour, a chance to meet fellow writers, ask questions, lend your support, and have fun together!

Step right into Hamden’s very own monthly jazz club…

Please join BVFCC and host Allen Lowe for our Monthly Jazz Night with Allen Lowe & The All-Stars on Wednesday, February 19th at 7pm. There will be a coterie of musical guests assembled by our host each month in a relaxed setting with tables and chairs to truly sit back, relax, and enjoy the great vibe. Of course, the BVCoffee Bar will be open for beer, wine, and café drinks. Cover charge is $10.

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We are thrilled to continue our partnership with Lyric Hall to help bring great cinema to New Haven!! On Tuesday, February 18th, we will be screening the David Lynch film MULHOLLAND DRIVE. Ticket prices are $10 (ticket only) or $25 (for popcorn and a drink). The show starts at 6:00 pm.

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Lyric Hall is located at 827 Whalley Avenue in New Haven. Worried about parking?? Don’t be! Here’s a great map with all kinds of parking for you.

The Luck Pushers play Best Video Film & Cultural Center Sat., Feb. 15. The show starts at 7 PM and the cover is $10.

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Please join What Were We Thinking Films, Vinegar Syndrome, and Best Video at Fairfield Theater for a special Valentine’s Day screening of the cult classic PSYCHOS IN LOVE directed by our dear friend, Gorman Bechard. The screening begins at 7pm and will be followed by a Q&A with director Gorman Bechard moderated by Faith Marek.

Best Video and Vinegar Syndrome will be on hand selling sweet merch!

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Please join Best Video staffer, Anthony Capasso, for a new monthly screening series: CULT NIGHT! The title will be a surprise each month but know that it will be pulled from the Cult section and is sure to horrify, befuddle, and delight fans of the wacky world of cult movies. Tickets are $5 and the Best Video Coffee Bar will be open for beer, wine, and café drinks.

Please join the students of Hamden High School’s Tri-M Club for a Coffee House on Monday, February 10th, beginning at 6 p.m. The event is free and open to the public, and donations to the Tri-M Club are strongly encouraged!

The Best Video Coffee Bar will be open for beverages and café drinks.

Please join us for the inaugural ArtHouse Cinema Sunday Screening hosted by Best Video’s Executtive Director, Rai Bruton on Sunday, February 9th at 4pm. Rai will present a film from Best Video’s shelves that defies the commercial constraints of the film industry and speaks to the audience through the director’s artistic vision.

There is a suggested donation of $5.

To be notified of the film’s title, please email rai@bestvideo.com and ask to be added to the email list. Or just show up and be surprised!

Robert Messore brings his Toddler Tunes kids’ music show to Best Video Film & Cultural Center Sat., Feb. 8. The event starts at 10:30 AM. Suggested donation is $5-10 per family but nobody will be turned away for lack of funds.

Please join us for First Friday Lounge Night from 5:30 - 7:30 pm on Friday, February 7th, featuring Wes O’Brien’s jazz piano. There is no cover charge, and the Best Video Coffee Bar will be open throughout for all your beverage needs, with Happy Hour pricing on beer and wine.

5:30 - 7:30 pm Come on by Best Video for a nice glass of wine with a friend or a cup of tea and your book. Sit back, relax, and enjoy as Wes O’Brien delights with his great anecdotes and wonderful selection of jazz standards, show tunes, and ballads.

Tonight's all about good vibes, great music, and having a blast together. Let's make it a night to remember, everyone! 🎹

Queer Film Club (QFC) is proud to present DESERT HEARTS on Thursday, February 6th. The event begins at 6:30 pm for mingling, reconnecting, and general merriment, with the film starting around 7 pm. Entry to the screening is free with a suggested donation of $5. The Best Video Coffee Bar will be open for beer, wine, and café drinks.

Please join us for Movie Trivia Night, hosted by Best Video member Michael Domangue, on Wednesday, February 5th, at 7 pm. Entry is $5/person. Teams of up to 4 members will enjoy 5 rounds of movie-themed trivia questions. The winning team will receive a $25 Best Video Gift Card!

A word to the wise…this event has become very popular (yay!) so you may want to get here a little early to grab a table!

The Best Video Coffee Bar is open for beer, wine, and café drinks throughout the evening.

Sarah Dunn and her band share the bill with Shell Games at Best Video Film & Cultural Center on Sat., Feb. 1. The show starts at 7 PM and the cover is $10.

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Best Video Film & Cultural Center hosts an indie rock triple bill on Fri., Jan. 31. Starting at 7 PM, the show features Sinecera, Zanders, and The Tines. The cover is $10.

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The Hamden Bluegrass Jam—hosted by GuitarTown CT Productions takes place Sunday, January 26th from 3 - 5:30 PM.

There is a $5 suggested donation. Come on down, have a coffee, beer or glass of wine and enjoy the music. It’s all acoustic and mostly traditional. Any and all bluegrass players are welcome.

Bring your instrument or just bring your ears. Come to pick or just to listen.

Solo guitarist Glenn Roth plays Best Video Film & Cultural Center on Sat., Jan. 25. The show starts at 7 PM and the cover is $10.

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Bubbleteagrunge presents a four-band bill—Psycho Brat, Trouble Girl, Girlsona, and Melovictoria—at Best Video Film & Cultural Center on Fri., Jan. 24. The show starts at 7 PM. Advance tickets are $10. At the door you can pay a sliding scale of $10-15—support your local music!

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Please join filmmakers Gorman Bechard & Faith Marek for a new monthly screening series: : THE SECRET MUSIC DOCUMENTARY SOCIETY. Each month, Gorman & Faith will share an underseen or unknown music documentary on Thursday, January 23rd at 7pm. Tickets are $10 for the screening only or $20 for the screening, pizza, and one drink. Doors for pizza/beer open at 6pm, film starts at 7pm.

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This event sponsored by Modern Apizza, New England Brewing Company, and Taste of New Haven.

We are so excited to officially announce our partnership with Lyric Hall to help bring great cinema to New Haven!! On Tue., Jan. 21st, we will be showing the film THE TASTE OF THINGS starring Juliette Binoche. Ticket prices are $10 (ticket only) or $25 (for popcorn and a drink). The show starts at 6:00 pm.

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Lyric Hall is located at 827 Whalley Avenue in New Haven. Worried about parking?? Don’t be! Here’s a great map with all kinds of parking for you.

Isabella Mendes & Flavio Lira play Best Video Film & Cultural Center Sat., Jan. 18. The show starts at 7 PM and the cover is $15.

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Two new country/folk trios, Clare Byrne & The Big Green Light and The Late Brakemen perform at Best Video Film & Cultural Center on Fri., Jan. 17. The show starts at 7 PM and the cover is $10.

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The Sleeping Giant Reading Series brings writers and book lovers together on the third Thursday of the month. In the long shadow of Hamden’s Sleeping Giant, writers of every kind gather to hear professional readings, raise a glass, network, and support one another’s work. All are welcome, whether you’re a scribbler who hasn’t yet dared to call yourself a “writer” or an experienced published author.

This month’s featured guest writers are: Danielle Chapman and Henry (Hank) Paper.

Join us for first-hour readings by our featured guest writers, including some of the great voices of our day, followed by Writers’ Happy Hour, a chance to meet fellow writers, ask questions, lend your support, and have fun together!

Please join Long Wharf Theater and Best Video for a collaborative screening of the 2023 film BLUE BEETLE on Wednesday, January 15th at 7pm. The screening is free with a suggested donation of $5. RSVP IS REQUIRED.

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Washboard Slim & The Bluelights play Best Video Film & Cultural Center on Sat., Juan. 11, starting at 7 PM. The cover is $10.

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Dance punk whirlwinds Perennial return to Best Video Film & Cultural Center Fri., Jan. 10. They're joined on the bill by pop punk rockers Cinema Stare. The show starts at 7 Pm and the cover is $10.

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Please join Best Video staffer, Anthony Capasso, for a new monthly screening series: CULT NIGHT! The title will be a surprise each month but know that it will be pulled from the Cult section and is sure to horrify, befuddle, and delight fans of the wacky world of cult movies. Tickets are $5 and the Best Video Coffee Bar will be open for beer, wine, and café drinks.

Please join us for Movie Trivia Night, hosted by Best Video member Michael Domangue, on Wednesday, January 8th, at 7 pm. Entry is $5/person. Teams of up to 4 members will enjoy 5 rounds of movie-themed trivia questions. The winning team will receive a $25 Best Video Gift Card!

A word to the wise…this event has become very popular (yay!) so you may want to get here a little early to grab a table!

The Best Video Coffee Bar is open for beer, wine, and café drinks throughout the evening.

Mathew & Friends play an afternoon show at Best Video Film & Cultural Center on Sun., Jan.5. The show starts at 3 PM and the cover is $10.

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