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Oct
9

Hartford City Center Farm to Table

Hartford City Center Farm To Table Dinner

Join us for an evening where design meets purpose and community thrives at the IIDA New England Farm to Table Dinner, hosted by the Hartford City Center at the charming Heirloom Market at Comstock Ferre in Wethersfield, CT.

Set for Thursday, October 9, 2025, this event celebrates sustainability, local food, and the power of design to create lasting impact. The evening will feature a fall-themed, locally-sourced multi-course dinner served in a warm, rustic setting that reflects the beauty of the season.

Guests will enjoy a welcome reception, a seated dinner, vendor showcase and engaging conversation with peers from across the design community. Our keynote speaker will be announced soon, and promises to bring thoughtful insights and inspiration to the evening.

Whether you’re a longtime supporter or first-time attendee, this event offers a unique opportunity to connect with fellow professionals, celebrate design’s role in building community, and support local agriculture and education.

Tickets are limited to 50 this year so make sure you get yours quickly!

We’re also excited to offer four (4) exclusive sponsorship opportunities for this year’s highly anticipated Farm to Table Dinner — an evening that brings together design professionals, industry partners, and community advocates to celebrate sustainability and meaningful connection.

For $450, each sponsor will receive:

  • One (1) ticket to attend the event

  • A 6-foot table to display products, materials, or brand collateral during the welcome reception and throughout the evening

  • A 2-minute speaking opportunity at the close of the event to share your brand story, thank attendees, or highlight your latest initiative

  • Company logo placement on event signage and digital materials

  • A dedicated social media thank you post

This is a wonderful opportunity to showcase your brand in an authentic, engaging setting while connecting with the IIDA NE community.

Please note: audience photographs, screenshots and/or video may be taken at this event. By nature of your attendance, you are granting permission for your image, voice and likeness to be used for marketing purposes.

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New Member Summer Soiree
Jul
29

New Member Summer Soiree

New IIDA NE Members - Summer Soirée

Ready to transform your passion for interior design into meaningful connections and career-changing opportunities? Join us for an new member gathering designed just for you!

Connect with Your Design Community Meet fellow new members who share your passion and vision. Build lasting relationships that will support and inspire your design journey.

Discover Your Next Opportunity Learn about exciting volunteer opportunities across our diverse committees. There's a perfect fit waiting for you.

Network with Industry Leaders Connect directly with established IIDA committee members who are eager to share their expertise, insights, and guidance.

Launch Your IIDA Experience This isn't just a meeting - it's your gateway to becoming an active, engaged member of the interior design community that will accelerate your career.

Your membership is just the beginning. The real magic happens when you get involved, contribute your unique perspective, and build the professional relationships that will shape your future in design.

Don't miss this chance to meet your future collaborators, mentors, and friends. Come discover how IIDA NE can become the catalyst for your design career!

Ready to make your mark in the design world? We can't wait to meet you!

By invite only. Registration is required

Please note: audience photographs, screenshots and/or video may be taken at this event. By nature of your attendance, you are granting permission for your image, voice and likeness to be used for marketing purposes.

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Earth Day Volunteer Day at Auerfarm
Apr
19

Earth Day Volunteer Day at Auerfarm

Join us at Auerfarm in Bloomfield, CT, this Earth Day for a rewarding day of volunteer work that promises to leave both the farm and your heart a little brighter. As spring unfolds its vibrant palette, we invite you to be a part of a community coming together to celebrate and nurture the beauty of our earth. Dedicate a day to the Earth beneath your feet by engaging in meaningful activities that make a real difference. Whether you're planting new life into the soil, learning about sustainable practices, or simply enjoying the company of like-minded nature lovers, your efforts will contribute to the flourishing of this beautiful farm and our planet.

Don't miss this chance to be part of something bigger. Mark your calendars, bring your enthusiasm, and prepare for a day filled with purpose, laughter, and the simple joy of giving back to the earth that sustains us.

See you at Auerfarm – where every hand makes a difference, and every heart is touched by nature's bounty.


This event is free to attend but registration is required. All guests will be asked to sign a liability waiver during the registration process. Lunch will also be served at 12pm.

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20th Annual Croquet Tournament
Aug
10

20th Annual Croquet Tournament

Please join us for our 20th Annual IIDA New England Croquet Tournament, hosted at the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, RI. This dynamic event highlights the competitive, yet friendly spirit of our local Design community and its myriad partners, while funding the Providence City Center Student Scholarship.

This year we will continue to host our expanded number of playing spots! Based on availability each time slot can accommodate 112 players. Please be sure to arrive 15 minutes early for your playing time to ensure there are no delays in starting play.

There are three rounds of play:
- 12:30 p.m. Round One
- 2:00 p.m. Round Two
- 3:30 p.m. Round Three

Event Schedule

12:00 p.m. Registration Opens
12:30 - 5:30 p.m. Bar Open
12:30 - 2:00 p.m. Snacks
2:30 - 4:30 p.m. Hot Buffet
4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Desserts
5:30 p.m. Awards and Drawing
6:00 p.m. Event Concludes

Tickets - SOLD OUT!

For details on tickets including terms and conditions or to add yourself to a wait list, click here. We look forward to welcoming you in August!

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Why IIDA: The Value of Your Membership Review and Hartford City Center 2023 Launch Event
Feb
21

Why IIDA: The Value of Your Membership Review and Hartford City Center 2023 Launch Event

Your membership in IIDA helps to shape what our community looks like and gives you the opportunity to build the future of design. IIDA members and its expansive design community are changemakers and leaders not simply within the design world, but in all sectors of society. IIDA members know that being a part of an engaged and supportive community, that is focused on learning, sharing, and growing, is more important than ever. The Hartford City Center Committee is excited to offer this first event of 2023 at Tecton Architects in Hartford, CT. Come meet your local members, representatives of the IIDA New England Executive Committee, and the local Hartford City Center Committee all while familiarizing yourself with the benefits of membership and how to make the most of 2023.  Bring your questions and learn about exciting networking events, continuing education opportunities, student benefits, and how to get involved on event committees.  We will also be previewing the updated IIDA NE Hartford City Center 2023 Events Calendar.

This event is in person but we will be offering a virtual option for those that are unable to join us in Hartford.


REGISTRATION
This event is free to attend. Online registration has now closed.

HEALTH & SAFETY
A gentle reminder that IIDA NE is committed to the health and safety of all. We ask all event attendees keep this in mind as you prepare to attend this event. If for any reason a person does not feel well, we ask that they not attend out of respect for others in attendance. As a reminder, by registering for this event you are acknowledging that an inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. By attending such event, you and any guests voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19 and agree not to hold IIDA New England, or any of their affiliates, directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors, or volunteers liable for any illness or injury. Please remember that some guests may not be comfortable shaking hands or hugging, so always ask before doing so.

Please note: audience photographs, screenshots and/or video may be taken at this event. By nature of your attendance, you are granting permission for your image, voice and likeness to be used for marketing purposes.

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