Earlier today, Startup Weekend and Startup America announced their merger to form UP Global. We bring you more information on what it means for Connecticut and our Innovation Ecosystem.

If you think Bridgeport is ho-hum, check yourself. On Thursday May 16, B:Hive opened a can of coworking whoop-a@*, and its founders are determined to change the town for the better. It’s clear Bridgeport’s got something going – so stop by and check it out.

This June, join the Fairfield startup community in a weekend-long event designed to help you take your idea to the next level. Register for Fairfield’s first Startup Weekend today!

First there was LaunchHaven — now, the LaunchX format is spreading! LaunchManchester will be the first expansion site of the program, led by local organizer and Whiteboard Startup Community journalist R.C. Thornton.

Come out to pitch your idea, meet potential teammates, and learn more about Axis901.

Located in the heart of downtown New Haven, Gateway Community College is not only aware of the local startup community, it works to support it. Seventeen of the school’s most promising startups, ranging from military daycare to cupcakes to eco-friendly dog shampoo are gathering to launch in locations around New Haven. Check out the unique way they’re going to market here.