 Fairfield County "It!" recently had the pleasure of enjoying Half Moon Bay, California at The Ritz-Carlton!
We savored lunch in the Conservatory choosing a California themed dining experience. Baked Crab Dip Dungeness Crab, Parmesan, Fine Herbs,Espellete Cracker Paired with the White House Chardonay "Lioco" from Sonoma followed by Crispy Artichoke & Brussels Sprouts Caper Lemon Aioli Half Moon Bay Cioppino Dungeness Crab, Fish Filet, Mussels, Clams, Prawns, Spicy Tomato Broth Paired with "Altaneve" Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore D.O.C.G The crisp tight aromatic bubbles were the perfect compliment to the fresh briney seafood stew. Cippiono is often thought from Italy but it was invented in nearby San Francisco by Italian emigrant fishermen.  Exquisite dining is also offered in the Navio
They offer a wide assortment of rooms and suites with lovely views. My favorite room has the private fire pit patio overlooking the majestic Pacific Ocean!  Indoor and outdoor event options are available for corporate, wedding or other special occasions. There are many wonderful things to do in the area. Stroll and hang out on the beautiful beach, hike the trails, play golf, explore redwood forests, visit organic farms and wineries, drive an hour to San Francisco and more. Relax and have a fabulous time! Cheers! "It!" Woman Kyle    The Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts begins the 2019 season with the Opening Night Party on Sunday June 23 featuring the Tom Petty Project!! Start the summer with a wonderful night at a fantastic venue! Lots of great shows coming up!! Enjoy wonderful The Levitt Pavilion of the Performing Arts in Westport! "It!" Woman Kyle
The excellent film festival is founded and run by women including Colleen deVeer Founder and Director of Programming, Wendy Stapleton Founder and Chairman of the Board and Ginger Stickel the Executive Director. The mission of the Greenwich International Film Festival is to provide filmmakers with an effective platform to showcase their work with the goal of finding financing opportunities for future projects. Additionally, GIFF harnesses the power of film to serve the greater good by highlighting important issues that relate to basic human rights, education, the environment and health care.  The Changemaker Gala honored Eva Longoria and efforts through her foundation to help assist Latina's to thrive and Bobby Walker Jr. of the Boys and Girls Club in Greenwich, CT. Kathy Lee Gifford emceed the event.
  One of the featured films "Auggie" starring Richard Kind about augmented reality will get you thinking about the future. The filmmakers story is inspiring about taking a film from start to finish when you are not a well known entity. One of the filmmakers Marc Underhill is a Fairfield native and the movie was filmed in Fairfield, CT. https://www.fairfieldcountyctit.com/blog/auggie  The Opening Night Party allowed us a wonderful opportunity to meet the filmmakers and actors of many of the films represented in the festival.
 The Epic Anniversary Party with Kesha was exciting and not to be missed! Here are the winners: *Best Narrative Film: “Sister Aimee,” directed by Samantha Buck and Marie Schlingmann: It is loosely based on the life of Aimee Semple McPherson, a famous evangelist during the 1920s and 30s who ran away from her success with her lover in Mexico. *Best Documentary: “Cold Case Hammarskjöld,” which is about the mysterious death of former U.N. Secretary General Dag Hammarskjöld in a 1961 plane crash. The film explores the unsolved mystery and discusses potentially larger conspiracies. *Best Narrative Short Film: “The Animal” by Sebastian Kass about a teenage girl who gets a call from child protection services about how something might be wrong in her family. *Honorable Mention Short Film: “The Blues Crab” in the kids shorts category. The film by Ari Rubenstein is about an old, gnarled crab telling his story of loss and sorrow to younger crabs. *Best Documentary Short: The ESPN documentary “Mack Wrestles” from Erin Sanger and Taylor Hess about a transgender athlete named Mack Briggs who is trying to wrestle in Texas. *Best Short Film about Connecticut: “120 Years,” by Matt Nadel and Lukas Cox, about New Haven resident Scott Lewis, who was sentenced to life in prison for a crime he didn’t commit, and the impact of that wrongful conviction. *Social Impact Award: “Afterward,” a documentary about Ofra Bloch, a Jewish psychotherapist specializing in trauma. The film follows Block, who is disturbed by the rise of fascism and anti-Semitism, and travels to Germany, Israel and Palestine to confront her own feelings about the people there.   
What inspired you to write the movie Auggie? Initially, the idea came from being single in Los Angeles and wishing that I could have an "on-demand" companion - someone who was there providing comfort when I wanted them to be, and who wouldn't be there where I wanted space or didn't want to have to provide comfort to them. I'm a big fan of technology and had read about Silicon Valley companies such as Facebook, Apple, and Snapchat developing augmented reality smart glasses. Google had already given it a shot with Google Glass, so I thought it would be interesting to explore how this technology might be able to provide companionship. My writing partner Matt Kane (who also directed Auggie) thought of the idea to make the lead character married and older, adding a layer of "infidelity" with the device and showing how the vulnerability of a significant life change might make one especially susceptible to the technology.  How did you get the film from concept to completion? Getting this film made required the help of our entire community. We raised production funds on Seed&Spark as part of the Hometown Heroes Crowdfunding Rally, which required our networks in Connecticut, Los Angeles and the UK to come together and make the project a reality. We were overwhelmed with the support, which continued when filming. Neighbors opened up their homes to LA-based crew members and Fairfield small businesses opened their doors for donated film locations (The Pantry, Super Duper Weenie and Las Vetas Lounge to name a few). On a film this small, every crew member mattered. Our incredibly talented crew was assembled from friendships and connections we've made over the several years we've been in LA and their dedication was a huge reason the film is not only completed, but something we're proud of.  Why did you choose to film in your hometown of Fairfield? Firstly, there's something really special about filming outside of Los Angeles. It lends incredible production value to have the world of this film set in a gray, cold February in CT. On top of that, when making a film at our budget level, it's incredibly important to rely on support wherever you can get it. The amount of in-kind donations we received make the production value of the film significantly higher than what it actually cost.  How were you able to recruit the quality of actors such as Richard Kind to be in Auggie? Great question! One of our friends in Los Angeles, Alice Merlin, is a casting director. She came on board and immediately increased the legitimacy of the project. She shared the script with the bigger agencies and as the script was read and passed around, Richard's manager liked it and recommended we consider making an offer to him. Thankfully, he also liked the script and accepted the role, which then increased our value for other great actors to sign on, such as Susan Blackwell. AUGGIE is a thought provoking excellent movie! Be sure to see it at the Greenwich International Film Festival!! May 29 - June 2 "It!" Woman Kyle 
On Sunday's they offer Brunch Specials and you can also order off the regular menu. I ordered the house classic crab and ribs. Both were tender and so so............ good!! Others enjoyed brunch specials of the day. We all were pleased and service was excellent!   Although they specialize in crab and ribs, the menu offerings are wide!
 Seasonal Outside Dining is offered!! With Live Music on certain dates!  Happy Hour MONDAY - FRIDAY 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. SATURDAY & SUNDAY 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
A great place to feast on crab and ribs and have a wonderful time!!
Check it out! "It!" Woman Kyle
An Italian restaurant named after Lugano in Switzerland, the only city where Italian is the primary language. They are known for the excellent salumeria and the great tasty menu options. Here is the inviting bar offering a quality selection of wine, cocktails and beer as well as ordering off the menu! Happy Hour Mon - Fri from 4P to 7P! One of the Best in Fairfield County! On select Thursdays, Fridays or Saturdays they offer exciting Local Live Music in the bar area which is always a blast!!  Head over to Lugano's Wine Bar & Salumeria
and linger while enjoying a delicious dining experience! "It!" Woman Kyle
They offer top of the line liquor, wine and beer! Happy Hour is tasty with select food and drink options from 5P to 7P Monday - Friday!  Visit Jack in the bar area at Blackstones Grille in Southport!
Every restaurant has its own ambiance and elegance. Some modern, masculine, classical or traditional. All with great style. Party rooms are available and expandable to fit small to large numbers of people. Everything from food, drink to decor is designed and executed with excellence! Head over and have a mouthwatering experience! "It!" Woman Kyle
Take me away to Indian Culinary Paradise! The mystique, the subtle tang or bright heat, the spice expertise, the fresh herbs, the lamb and the joy! Here is the Menu! Below a gallery of fabulous authentic choices!
Overall a very delightful journey through the various expressions
and localities of India's cuisine! Go to Coromandel and be swept away on an exotic excursion without leaving Coastal Fairfield County! "It!" Woman Kyle
If you have not been to Scrumptious Bailey's Backyard, you need to put it on your list ASAP!! They offer true Farm-To-Table cuisine and pull it together artfully and deliciously!
Bailey's Backyard is a Fairfield County gem! Make your reservation 203-431-0796 and have a Scrumptious Time!! "It!" Woman Kyle 
The food is beautifully presented and full of Central and South American flavorful flourishes.
The Daily Specials include; Monday - Indulge in a Parillada for two for $34.99 Tuesday - Delicious Mojito's for $7 Wednesday - Half off select bottles of wine! Thursday - Signature Sangria for $7 Friday - Paella night with discounted Paellas as well as Live Jazz Sunday - Brunch with Live Jazz
Definitely head over to Sonora and feast on the variety of well conceived and delivered Modern Latin Cuisine! "It!" Woman Kyle
One of my foodie friends chose 6 scrumptious oysters, followed by a pot of fra diavolo mussels paired with a dirty martini. Salinity perfection.
 They offer all you can drink Bloody Mary's and Mimosas! Fantastic Happy Hour 6 Days a Week IN THE OYSTER LOUNGE WINE & BRINE “HAPPY HOUR” TUESDAY - FRIDAY 4:00PM - 6:30PM T H U R S D AY 11.30AM - 10:00PM S A T U R D AY & S U N D AY 3:00PM-5:30PM
Every Wednesday a great time out with friends and family! Live Music and 1/2 price bottles of wine!    "Lugano Wine Bar" 1392 East Putnam - Old Greenwich 203.990.0955 Join the Lugano family on New Year's Eve to ring in the new year right. Enjoy a lovely dinner, an open bar and music from the best DJ around! Please RSVP to reserve your spot ♥️   "Pearl at Longshore" 260 Compo Road South - Westport Longshore Club Park Call to make your reservation 203.557.6260  "Peaches Southern Pub & Juke Joint 7 Wall St - Norwalk 203.831.0399 FOR THE 1st FLOOR PUB: We will be serving our a la carte menu with seating times of 5P, 7P and 9:30P reservations recommended. All guests are welcome upstairs to our Juke Joint New Years Party, no need to purchase a ticket a "pay as you go" option is always available! FOR THE 2nd FLOOR JUKE JOINT BUY TICKETS Come celebrate and ring in the new year with Fairfield County's favorite cover band playing the best of the 60's, 70's, 80's and present day dancebale pop and rock hits... Also DJ MATT ZAKO will be spinning in between band sets and also from1 am- 3 am! $75.00 pre-purchase tickets $85.00 at the door Includes: Complimentary passed Hors d' Ouervres 10:00-11:30pm Open Bar Package 10:00pm-1:00am Complimentary champagne toast at midnight Party Favors & Give-Aways Open Until 3A Entertainment: Green Eyed Lady 10P - 2A     "The Spread" Black & White Ball in South Norwalk! Masquerade Ball in Greenwich! South Norwalk (203) 939-1111 Greenwich (203) 900-1887   Fairfield Theatre Company Buy Tickets Box Office: 203.259.1036 info@fairfieldtheatre.org 70 Sanford Street | Fairfield CT 06824      Have you made plans for NYE 2019 yet? Welcome in the NYE at Harbor Lights in East Norwalk overlooking the stunning Norwalk Harbor and enjoy a spectacular 3 Course gourmet Dinner | $59/pp.! Rated "Very Good" by the NY Times! 82 Seaview Ave - East Norwalk (Norwalk) 203.866.3364    Fairfield County "It!" had a delightful time at the magical "Holiday Train Show" at the New York Botanical Garden! This train show is perfect for all ages: children and adults.
Below are a few of the treasures you will find when you visit.  Yankee Stadium!  Belvedere Castle in Central Park!  Trans World Airlines!  Coney Island with the Elephantine Colossus and Wonder Wheel! The show meanders you through numerous rooms of the
gorgeous Enid A. Haupt Conservatory. Each year the New York Botanical Garden adds more storied structures and train cars to this extraordinary heart warming show. There is still time to see it before it closes January 21, 2019! Happy New Year! "It!" Woman Kyle
An Exhibition of 24 images and stories from each artist, about real and imagined people from life’s shadow's Miggs Burroughs will present a series of 24 mugshots with their rap sheets, dating back to the early 1900s which, using his signature lenticular technique, will change, as the viewer walks by, into the innocent baby photo of each thug. What choices lead these characters down such dismal paths? Ann Chernow's work is based on impressions related to Film Noir, the American movie genre of the 1940s. For this exhibition of "Fictitious Icons" Chernow has chosen to digitally abstract the heads of Noir stars not readily identfiable: their foibles, written and displayed in stories beneath the digital images. Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound that saved a wretch like me I once was lost, but now am found T'was blind but now I see.
 The opening was packed and a great event!
"Amazing Grace" is on display until December 22, 2018. Check it out before it closes! "It!" Woman Kyle
Here is Nina Bentley with her clever artistic statement of silver coffee and tea service. Decorate your walls or even your ceiling!
Here is Susan Fehlinger with her delicious appealing oil painted vegetables and fruits that will brighten your home or office with the joy of natures bounty.
The event was well attended and a great time for all! Pearl generously served complimentary glasses of wine and passed out tasty hors d'oeuvres.
Pearl is also featuring live jazz nights every Thursday!  A great evening of artistic talent, tasty cuisine and libations, upscale ambience and fabulous views! Always a pleasure! "It!" Woman Kyle
 First stop the Whaling Museum a must see. Inside you will be greeted by the 46 foot Sperm Whale that washed up on the Nantucket shore on New Years Day in 1998.
 A great place to grab a bite to eat is CRU located along the dock of Nantucket Harbor. The boat lined view of the waterfront is spectacular. CRU is an oyster bar with upscale pub cuisine and a quality wine list. I ordered two native Nantucket oysters, and the crispy flounder sandwich w/pickled red cabbage & cilantro aioli which paired well with a lovely rosé wine that tastefully balanced the earthy cilantro enhanced fish and the sensual salinity of the delicious oysters.
 Later we hopped back on the high speed ferry to Hyannis enjoying the sunny view and soft breeze of the stunning Nantucket Sound. Such summer fun! "It!" Woman Kyle
 You can dock your boat and enjoy cocktails, lunch, dinner, appetizers! Or park your car....
You need to go this wonderful gem of a restaurant! Delicious cuisine, courteous service and fabulous view! Thank you Harbor Lights!! "It!" Woman Kyle
Sunset Views, Tasty New American cuisine, Live music & Clever Cocktails - Pearl at Longshore!7/12/2018
Pearl at Longshore is a great venue for any time and day of the week.
Go there for a delicious meal, wonderful views of Long Island Sound, live music, romantic date, fun with friends and family gatherings. So wonderful to have this restaurant gem nestled inbetween Longshore Club Park and Long Island Sound! "It!" Woman Kyle
A great way to spend a Sunday afternoon! Thank you Greenwich Polo Club! I will be back soon! "It!" Woman Kyle  
The kick off begins Thursday, May 31st with the prestigious event, the Changemaker Gala. Each year GIFF awards artists who use their voice for positive social change through their philanthropic endeavors and their career accomplishments. The gala event, sponsored by Betteridge, will help support the charity partners; UNFPA, Americares and the Waterside School. Purchase tickets to attend by clicking here.
 Spotlight On: Tony Goldwyn Come celebrate the artistic and philanthropic endeavors of Actor, Director, Producer and Activist: Tony Goldwyn. The conversation will cover growing up in a Hollywood dynasty, career highlights such as his breakthrough role in Ghost, directing his first feature film, A Walk on the Moon, and of course his role as President on Scandal. Perhaps most importantly, Tony will discuss his involvement and inspirational experiences with Americares. Date: 6/2* Cole Auditorium at Greenwich Library 5:00pm BUY NOW *Moderated by Bruce Fretts (Freelance: New York Times) The Greenwich International Film Festival is a multifaceted fabulous film impact event! Be there this weekend! "It!" Woman Kyle
 EAT. DRINK. BE CHARITABLE was the theme of the 14th "Taste of Westport" to benefit Clasp Homes held at the Westport Inn in Westport, CT.
It was a packed event! Local delicious restaurants and libation entities provided tasty bites and drinks as we meandered through the rooms.
 She offers a variety of themes in her dynamic and vibrant artistic collection. Below are several representations of FLOW  Selected pieces from SECRETS  Several from FIRE & WATER  Other Selected Works 
 Surrounded by her work you can see and feel the glow of her sparkling, lively personality! Call her to discuss what work you would love to own or commission a new piece! 203.856.0789 "It!" Woman Kyle "Happily Ali After!" Luncheon with Comedian Ali Wentworth for STAR Inc.... Lighting the Way4/19/2018
The luncheon was a great success! The pictures below are courtesy of photographer Miggs Burroughs! Be sure to attend the Not to be Missed 7th Annual Speakers Luncheon! "It!" Woman Kyle
As you can tell a great time was had by all!
There are lots of other tasty libations and eats! Head over to "Killer B" with your favorite friends and May the Feast Begin! "It!" Woman Kyle |
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