CPA Events

 Prison Arts 2025-2026 Annual Show at Eastern State University.

Celebrating CPA’s 150th Annual Meeting.

Celebrating CPA’s 150th Annual Meeting.

25th Annual Reentry Halloween Brunch at The Pond House Cafe.

Celebrating CPA’s 150th Annual Meeting.

Inspiring Hope 150th Anniversary Gala. Celebrating 150 years of CPA.

Inspiring Hope 150th Anniversary Gala. Celebrating 150 years of CPA.

Celebrate! CPA Prison Arts Event at CT’s State Capitol.

Inspiring Hope 150th Anniversary Gala. Celebrating 150 years of CPA.

Celebrating CPA’s 149th Annual Meeting at the Pond House Cafe.

24th Annual Reentry Halloween Spooktacular Brunch

Waterbury Reentry Welcome Center Resource Fair.

Celebrating CPA’s 149th Annual Meeting at the Pond House Cafe.

Program of the Year Waterbury Transitional House.

Celebrate! CPA Prison Arts Event at CT’s State Capitol.

Former CT Governor Dannel Malloy addressing guests.

24th Annual Reentry Halloween Spooktacular Brunch.

Celebrate! CPA Prison Arts Event at CT’s State Capitol.

CPA Board Of Directors.

Prison Arts 2025-2026 Annual Art Show at Eastern State University.

Celebrating CPA’s 149th Annual Meeting at the Pond House Cafe.

Hon. Maureen Price-Boreland Washington Street Complex Building Dedication.

Prison Arts Annual Show Reception at CT State Community College at Manchester.

Inspiring Hope 150th Anniversary Gala. Celebrating 150 years of CPA.

Inspiring Hope 150th Anniversary Gala. Celebrating 150 years of CPA.

Inspiring Hope 150th Anniversary Gala. Celebrating 150 years of CPA.

24th Annual Reentry Halloween Spooktacular Brunch

Celebrate! CPA Prison Arts Event at CT’s State Capitol.

Hartford Reentry Welcome Center Resource Fair

Celebrating 150th Years

Celebrating CPA’s 150th Annual Meeting

Hon. Maureen Price-Boreland Washington Street Complex Building Dedication.

25th Annual Reentry Halloween Brunch at The Pond House Cafe

25th Annual Reentry Halloween Brunch at The Pond House Cafe

25th Annual Reentry Halloween Brunch at The Pond House Cafe

25th Annual Reentry Halloween Brunch at The Pond House Cafe

We have an incredible lineup of events planned.
Here’s what’s coming up in 2026 (event details TBD):

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📄Reentry Welcome Centers Resource Fairs

Are you or someone you know returning home after incarceration and looking for support? The Resource Fairs offer a myriad of services to support you.

📍Waterbury
Waterbury Police Activity League (PAL) Building
64 Division Street, Waterbury, CT

📅Thursday, April 30, 2026
10am to 2pm

💰 Free to attend

 

📍Hartford Reentry Welcome Center
716 Windsor Street, Hartford, CT
📅Wednesday, May 13, 2026
10am to 2pm

💰 Free to attend

 

🎨Prison Arts Shows

“Creative Connectict: James D.E. Scott”
In collaboration with the Community Partners in Action Prison Arts Program, The Wadsworth presents the visionary work of incarcerated artist James D.E. Scott. Made from soap, floor wax, and other materials that are accessible within the prison system, Scott’s elaborate sculptures explore fantasy, architecture, and religious themes.

📍Hartford
The Wadsorth
600 Main Street, Hartford, CT
📅May 7 to September 10, 2026
Museum Hours:
Wednesday–Friday: Noon–5pm
Saturday & Sunday: 10am–5pm
💰For admission cost: CLICK HERE
For more information about the show: CLICK HERE

“Out of Prison Making Art”

📍Hartford
CT State Community College (Capitol Community College)
950 Main Street, Hartford, CT
📅June to Septermber, exact dates TBD
💰Free to attend

 

👟Eversource Hartford Marathon and Half Marathon

Whether you choose to volunteer with CPA, walk the 5K, run the half marathon, tackle the relay, or take on the full marathon, there’s a place for everyone on Team CPA.

📅Saturday, October 10, 2026
📍Downtown Hartford
💰Cost varies per race