The Hamden Bluegrass Jam—hosted by GuitarTown CT Productions takes place Sunday, March 23rd 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.

Best Video Film & Cultural center presents an Evening of Melodic Pop on Fri., Mar. 21, with The Brian Larney Band and Alan Walker & The Accomplices. 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 writers are Rebecca Chace and Gabi Coatsworth.

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!

We are thrilled to continue our partnership with Lyric Hall to help bring great cinema to New Haven!! On Tuesday, March 18th, we will be screening the 1981 film POSSESSION. Ticket prices are $10 (ticket only) or $25 (for popcorn and a drink). The show starts at 6:00 pm.

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St. Patrick’s Day Irish Music Party

Banish the wintry blues and join us for an Irish Music party to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Best Video on March 17 from 5—7 pm. The cover is $10.

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Please join BVFCC staffer Anthony Capasso for his 2nd Annual MARCH MONSTER MADNESS SCREENING SERIES second installment, Mars Attacks! on Sunday, March 16th at 7pm. Entry is $5 for BVFCC members and $10 for non-members. The BVCoffee Bar will be open for beer, wine, and café drinks.

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VVEBS and Sustinet share the bill at Best Video Film & Cultural Center on Sat., Mar. 15. The show starts at 7 PM and the cover is $10.
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Please join Best Video for the time-honored tradition of Saturday morning cartoons and bad cereal! Best Video will supply the bad cereal, bowls, spoons, and milk. You just bring your bad selves and the kiddos (or not). Feel free to stay in your pj’s! $5 suggested donation.

Back for a third year, BVFCC member and trivia host Michael Domangue brings us a crazy film screening for a good cause.  Admission to this special event is FREE, but donations will be taken for NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness. This year's mystery movie has never been available on a streaming service, but is currently available to rent at Best Video. The mystery movie starts at 7pm and admission is free (see above).  The café will be open for beer, wine, and cafe drinks.  FREE popcorn will be served. This film is rated R.

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, March 12th 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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On March 11th, in collaboration with Nappé Roots, Best Video will host Retro Skate Video Night. Skate Video Night is a selection of skate videos curated by a selected host. Chef Steve also prepares a delicious menu inspired by the videos or the hosts themselves. Donation is encouraged, but not mandatory. 

This month’s hosts are Lou Cox and Sean Cronan.

The Luck Pushers play Best Video Film & Cultural Center Sat., Mar. 8. The show starts at 7 PM and the cover is $10.

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Please join us for First Friday Lounge Night from 5:30 - 7:30 pm on Friday, March 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 TANGERINE on Thursday, March 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, March 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!

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Please join BVFCC staffer Anthony Capasso for his 2nd Annual MARCH MONSTER MADNESS SCREENING SERIES, beginning with INVASION OF THE BODYSNATCHERS on Tuesday, March 4th at 7pm. Entry is $5 for BVFCC members and $10 for non-members. The BVCoffee Bar will be open for beer, wine, and café drinks.

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Watch the Oscars with your Besties and our host Michael Domangue of Trivia Night fame!

We’ll be screening the Oscars and Red Carpet coverage on Sunday, March 2nd, beginning with our Red Carpet Happy Hour from 6 - 7pm. The Oscars viewing will begin at 7pm. There will be special drinks, FREE snacks, and lots of witty banter from our host. He may even throw in some trivia questions for fun during commercial breaks. We’ll be announcing our Oscar Pool winner during the evening. Tickets are $25 per person and include 1 FREE drink. Fancy attire is STRONGLY ENCOURAGED! The more glam the better!

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Oscar Pool Ballots can be purchased ($10) at Best Video. Just ask any staff member and they’ll hook you up! Winner will be announced at the close of the Oscars Viewing Party (or likely the next morning, we’ll all be tired…)

The Paradox Organ Alliance plays a jazz show at Best Video Film & Cultural Center on Sat., Mar. 1. The show starts 7 PM and the cover is $10.

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The Broken Robots share the bill with Brian Ember and his band at Best video Film & Cultural Center on Fri., Feb. 28. The show starts at 7 PM and the cover is $10.

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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, February rd at 7pm. Tickets are $10 for ticket only and $20 for ticket, pizza, and a drink.

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Please join Best Video for a very special evening with author Bessie Flores Zaldívar for a reading from her new YA novel, Libertad at 7pm on Wednesday, February 24th. This event is free and open to the public. Donations are always deeply appreciated.

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.

Ahoy Indie Media is going to be filming our pilot episode of the Ahoy Cabaret—an hour long variety show featuring local musical guests and host Rob Meglio—at Best Video Film & Cultural Center on Saturday, February. 22. Doors open for food, drink, and mingling at 7 PM and showtime at 7:45 PM. Seating is first come, first serve. $10 suggested donation, merch table available.

A.F. Chimes and Chris Cavaliere share the bill at Best Video Film & Cultural Center on Fri., Feb. 21. 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.

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.

GET YOUR TICKETS HERE

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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