I absolutely would've, it'd be nice to ride with you again. Unfortunately I'll be out of town on those dates. Think I'll just be getting home on the 30th or 31st.
For day rides from Hartford I'd look to the NW corner of CT and western Mass. Eastern Berkshires. Not as many open and long runs as you're used to up north but still some nice sections to have fun on. Just be mindful when coming into the small towns along the way.