 CLASP HOMES held it's annual concert fundraiser, Thriller Thursday, at Fairfield Theatre Company in Fairfield. Despite a Nor'easter engulfing the area as the event started, they went with The-Show-Must-Go-On approach. It turned out to be an amazing evening and ended up raising more funds than ever before. The proceeds will assist Clasp's mission of creating and supporting family environments for people with autism and intellectual disabilities. The Concert featuring Band Central playing 80s and 90s classics!
 Tasty Bites!  Silent Auction! Fabulous Attendees!       
 Tracy Flood, President, of Clasp Homes A great success! Till next year!!
 Another fabulous sunset cruise with the Norwalk Seaport Association! On this trip we even got to see the Sturgeon Moon rising above Long Island Sound! See above pic. To Buy Tickets and check out trip options click here...  The Sunset Cruise takes you by three lighthouses: Peck Ledge, Green Ledge (examples of spark plug lighthouses) and Sheffield Island Lighthouse (a Victorian stone lighthouse).    We could see NYC off in the horizon!  Other people enjoying boating on the sea!   People fishing off of an island.  Some of the islands have housing.   A view of homes and boats along the shore.  The sun setting. There were few clouds that night which meant a less colorful sky as it went over the western horizon. Many times the sunset is full of red, pink, orange, yellow and more.  Heading back after a wonderful evening!  Until next year stunning Sturgeon Moon! The Norwalk Seaport Association Sunset Cruise is always an excellent way to enjoy a summer evening!  We had a wonderful summer afternoon dining at the Sunset Grille in East Norwalk!  Enjoy sunsets, sea views and a tasty meal! It is a seasonally opened restaurant, located along the mouth of the Norwalk Harbor as it enters Long Island Sound.  I recently went with a friend for Sunday Brunch. We enjoyed a sunny day, under an umbrella, with a nice sea breeze on the outside patio. I ordered the Sunset Summer salad with scallops (yummy) and my friend the Avocado Toast.
The scallops were perfectly cooked. A delicious, low carb dish that included greens, red onion, tomatoes, red peppers, green beans and goat cheese. My friend enjoyed the avocado toast accompanied with fried eggs, potatoes and fresh fruit.  They offered delightful solo acoustic live music during our Sunday brunch and later in the evening offered another band for dinner dining by the sea! You can eat inside too and grab seats at either the inside or outside bar.
A favorite of many for summer fun and yum!
 Another fun, and successful "Taste of Westport"! Sponsored by wonderful Clasp Homes. This year the theme was the classic disco era STUDIO 54. https://www.clasphomes.org/    THE MUSIC City's Backyard DJ, Matt Zako, spun the disco vibes! THE SILENT AUCTIONThere were a lot of silent auction items to bid on.  Artist Miggs Burroughs donated some of his lenticular art to the auction. Here he is with Andy Warhol and below Marilyn Monroe transforming into Mona Lisa. 
THE DELICIOUS BITES & DRINKS!Great bites and beverages from local quality restaurants and related food/beverage businesses were served.
Champagne & Caviar! I love it!!
 THE PEOPLE
Some of the DISCO inspired people enjoying the lively event!
Lourdes Villas flew in from Miami to attend the event!
Another Great Taste of Westport!
To benefit wonderful Clasp Homes!  What a great time was had at Docktails & Oysters, a fundraiser for the Norwalk Seaport Association! They threw the event to raise money for the refurbishment of the historic Lighthouse on Sheffield Island. https://www.seaport.org/  The event was held at Copps Island Oysters by Norm Bloom and Son's Oyster Farm in East Norwalk. https://coppsislandoysters.com/  The staff busily shucking the oysters to serve to the crowd. 
Tasty bites of food from Seaside Sliders by Mr. Frosty Catering and Mobile Food Truck. https://www.seasidesliders.com/  Live music dockside.   Views of the dock used for oyster farming.   Announcement and the raffle for fun prizes.   People mingling and dining seaside. 
 Another successful Docktails and Oysters! A great gathering for the wonderful historic Lighthouse at Sheffield Island. Thank you Norwalk Seaport Association!
 Brooklyn artist and designer Cabell Molina, former owner of LOVE ART GALLERY in Sono, whose work highlights the female experience has just released a new series of prints. Working with Bushwick Print Lab in Brooklyn, she created these limited Edition silkscreen prints commemorating the iconic Ruth Bader Ginsburg. No woman has done so much in a lifetime to support women’s issues as Ruth Bader Ginsberg and these screen prints celebrate her amazing life. 1/4th of the edition is already sold out, so if you’re interested act quickly! Go to https://www.cabellmolinaart.com/ and click on SHOP. Details: Prints are 12x18 inches on heavy weight cotton rag paper, $150., unframed. Free shipping. Prints ship rolled in a tube. 
Fairfield County "It!" had a wonderful day trip to NYC to visit MAD - Museum of Arts & Design and Brunch at Robert!! MAD is located at 2 Columbus Circle. Robert is on the 9th floor of the building.  We started off at Robert! Fabulous restaurant with delicious food and drink, extraordinary views of Broadway and Central Park, great service, modern decor and more!
Afterward off to the Exhibit! 
Fantastic Anna Sui presentation!
Take a day trip to NYC and enjoy these two treasures located in one building on Columbus Circle! "It!" Woman Kyle Fairfield County "It!" had a fabulous time at Pearl at Longshore in Westport Thursday night enjoying great eats, drinks and jazz!!  We saw STEVE SANDBERG AND CO. Three time Emmy-nominated composer/pianist Steve Sandberg played original music that masterfully blended classical, world music and jazz with the excitement of virtuosic improvisation. For this show, Steve reunited with his old friend, the great bassist Jeff Fuller, as well as fiery drummer Matt Moadel and the Jazz rabbi himself. It was a great night!  Here is our appreciative crowd!  Also, on view in the Gallery @ Pearl is an exhibit featuring artist Jennifer Williams. An Australian born contemporary oil painter. Her recent cityscape series captures the essence of gesture, line, and form as she communicates the majesty of our urban landscape as she perceives them, full of movement and light. The viewer is invited to see an intimate view of the city, free from traffic and people, viewed through foliage in Central Park or from the gardens of Paris. When not painting Jennifer owns and operates a movement therapy practice at Mission Survivor Center in Southport CT. Her study of anatomy and movement are apparent in her paintings where one can feel the rhythm and structure of her compositions as she builds depth layer by layer. She holds a BA in Business, has studied fine arts at Parsons School of Design in New York and continues to paint at Silvermine School of Art in New Canaan. She is currently showing in Paris and Connecticut and has works on permanent exhibit at the Memorial Sloan Kettering Hospital. She is a member of The Westport Artists Collective, SPAG and an exhibiting member at The Rowayton Arts Center. Her work is held in private collections in the US, Europe, Australia, and the Caribbean. An enjoyable collection of Cityscapes you should see!      
Spring, Summer and Fall are fantastic on the Patio at Pearl.
Views are wonderful at Pearl and Sunday Brunch is scrumptious!!
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
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!    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
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  "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 [email protected] 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 |
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