Greenwich International Film Festival To Honor Ashley Judd and Duncan Edwards as 2018 Changemakers Judd and Edwards will be honored for their Humanitarian Work NEW YORK, NY (April, 6, 2018) - Greenwich International Film Festival announces the honorees for the 4th annual Changemaker Gala, which will take place on May 31, 2018. The Changemaker Award honors artists who have used their public platform and the power of film to further positive social change. This year, actress and author Ashley Judd, will be honored for her work with United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA). Duncan Edwards, the Community Changemaker honoree at the 2018 festival, will be recognized for his work in education with the Waterside School in Stamford, CT. The school, conceived as model for future efforts, is an independent school serving children and families regardless of limitations in income or circumstance. Past honorees include Renée Zellweger, Christy Turlington Burns, Freida Pinto, Trudie Styler, Abigail Breslin, Harry Belafonte and Mia Farrow. Ashley Judd is a feminist social justice humanitarian. She has been working internationally, with NGO’S, grassroots organizations, governments, and supranational bodies since 2004. Presently, she serves as Global Goodwill Ambassador for UNFPA, is the Global Ambassador for Population Services International, and also for Polaris Project. Through UNFPA she has recently traveled to Jordan, Ukraine, Turkey and India. Waterside School is a co-educational PK-5th Grade independent school serving children and families regardless of limitations in income or circumstance. The School attracts and inspires students of academic promise and families deeply invested in their children’s success. The School works to instill in its students a belief in their own worth, to cultivate in each a commitment to academic excellence, and to ensure the fullest development of every child’s character. Through a rigorous program of study and experience, the School empowers its students with the knowledge, skills and virtues required to enable them to excel as students, to gain access to superior academic opportunities, and to go forward to become the leaders of tomorrow. "It is an honor to have been chosen as a Changemaker Award recipient at the 2018 Greenwich International Film Festival. The festival serves as a great example of how film can be elevated to affect social change, and I'm grateful to be a part of such an extraordinary community." Ashley Judd, 2018 GIFF Changemaker. "We are incredibly honored to have Ashley Judd as our 2018 Changemaker. She is an unapologetic voice for equality and women's rights throughout the world. Ashley serves as an incredible example of an individual who, despite the consequences, has refused to be silenced when she has been confronted by injustice and has therefore eased the path for the next generation. ” Wendy Stapleton Reyes, Chairman of the Board, GIFF. Greenwich International Film Festival is set to run May 31-June 3, 2018. Tickets go on sale May 2, 2018 and will be available for purchase at greenwichfilm.org. The Festival’s full film slate will be announced in early May. The May 31st Changemaker event, sponsored by Betteridge, will include a cocktail reception at Betteridge followed by a black tie gala at L’Escale in Greenwich, CT. Jenna Bush Hager will serve as Master of Ceremonies. About Greenwich International Film Festival Greenwich International Film Festival (GIFF) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that hosts a world-class film festival in Greenwich, CT. The goal of the festival is to bridge the worlds of film, finance and philanthropy. The fourth annual festival will take place May 31-June 3, 2018, and will support important human rights initiatives, as part of its social impact focus. The four-day event will feature a star-studded Opening Night Party, film premieres, engaging panels, an honoree gala, and more. For additional information, please visit www.greenwichfilm.org. |
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41st Annual Norwalk Oyster Festival September 7, 8 & 9, 2018
GREENWICH WINE + FOOD
RETURNS WITH FESTIVAL WEEKEND; EXPANDS WITH ADDITION OF GOLF CLASSIC AND FUN RUN EVENTS Festival Weekend Returns 09/21 & 09/22 and Welcomes Back Alex Guarnaschelli and Scott Conant Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation to be Primary 2018 Beneficiary Greenwich, CT – The Greenwich Wine + Food Festival presented by PepsiCo will return for its eighth year, hosting a Master Chef Wine Dinner on Friday, September 21 and a full day of food, drinks, music and fun on Saturday, September 22 at Roger Sherman Baldwin Park in Greenwich, Connecticut. This year, the fourth annual Serendipity Golf Classic presented by Pure Leaf, to be held June 12, and the inaugural Serendipity Fun Run presented by Aquafina, to be held on May 13, will also fall under the Greenwich Wine + Food flagship brand. “After seven successful years of hosting the festival weekend, we’re excited to expand the event this year to also include our annual golf outing and first-ever family run,” said Suni Unger, founder and CEO of Unger Media, the parent company behind Greenwich Wine + Food and Serendipity. “Also new this year, we’re proud to announce PepsiCo and two of its brands – Aquafina and Pure Leaf – as presenting sponsors of these three events. Their dedication to the community mirrors our own. Our mission for Greenwich Wine + Food remains to strengthen our community’s non-profit partners, local businesses and renowned food culture. This year, the money we raise will benefit Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation and the Town of Greenwich Parks & Recreation Foundation.” The Greenwich Wine + Food Festival presented by PepsiCo will honor Alex Guarnaschelli at the Friday night Master Chef Wine Dinner, and welcome Scott Conant as a special guest, as well as provide live musical entertainment (TBA). Guarnaschelli is a Food Network star (“Chopped,” “Iron Chef”), cookbook author and New York City chef/restaurateur (Butter, The Darby). “Alex has been a favorite celebrity guest at our Saturday event the past three years, conducting demos, sharing stories in the greenroom and signing cookbooks for fans. We are ecstatic to be recognizing her as an iconic female chef in the culinary world, throughout this year’s festival weekend,” added Unger. “Friday evening will also honor this year’s class of 2018 Serendipity Most Innovative Chefs, continuing our tradition of identifying the top culinary talent in Connecticut and New York….and of course, we’re thrilled to welcome last year’s honoree, Scott Conant, back to meet our guests and enjoy the evening!” Saturday’s events take place in the Culinary Village, with the Grand Tasting tent at the heart of the festival. Guests will enjoy tastings and demonstrations from more than 150+ of the area’s finest food, wine, spirits experts, as well as other tents celebrating burgers, BBQ, tacos and more. They will also experience sommelier, mixologist and brew master presentations, celebrity book signings, Q&A sessions with top culinary experts, a celebrity green room with live interviews and an exclusive Meet the Masters’ Panel discussion with Scott Conant, Alex Guarnaschelli and more (TBA). The 7th Annual Burger Battle will return, as will the 4th Annual Top Bartender Showdown, providing heated competition between area restaurants. The festival will come to a close with a headlining live musical performance (TBA). Tickets for the Festival All Weekend Pass, Friday’s Master Chef Wine Dinner, Saturday All Day Pass (General & VIP) and more will be available in the coming weeks viawww.greenwichwineandfood.com or by calling 203.588.1363. The festival weekend will be held rain or shine, and anyone under 21, including infants or strollers, will not be admitted. Animals are also not permitted. The inaugural Serendipity Fun Run presented by Aquafina will celebrate Greenwich’s beautiful parks on Sunday, May 13 at the Eastern Greenwich Civic Center in Old Greenwich, Connecticut. The 5k run/walk will begin at 9:00am welcoming participants of all ages, and will offer food trucks, prizes and family fun, all to benefit Greenwich Parks & Recreation Foundation. To register for this event, visitwww.greenwichwineandfood.com. The fourth annual Serendipity Golf Classic presented by Pure Leaf will take place Tuesday, June 12 at the GlenArbor Golf Club in Bedford Hills, New York. The event will kick off with an early lunch, and include a round of 18 holes, exclusive gifts and prizes, an auction, wrap-up dinner and live music, to support Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation. To register as an individual or team, visitwww.greenwichwineandfood.com. |
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Past Festivals
Oktoberfest on the Meadow
Fri 10/06
7P-10P
The Stamford Museum & Nature Center is the perfect place to celebrate Oktoberfest!
Invite friends after work for a casual and fun night on the Meadow, Friday, October 6, 7-10 pm.
Oktoberfest at the SM&NC features authentic German fare from Alpenhaus Restaurant of New Milford, local brews from Stamford’s Half Full Brewery, cider and beer from the world of Heineken, and a fun S’mores bar over an open fire pit. Music provided by our DJ from K.P. Events Group will keep the party rockin’ all evening.
Tickets: $85 per person; adults 21 and up only, please.
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Oktoberfest on the Meadow
Fri 10/06
7P-10P
The Stamford Museum & Nature Center is the perfect place to celebrate Oktoberfest!
Invite friends after work for a casual and fun night on the Meadow, Friday, October 6, 7-10 pm.
Oktoberfest at the SM&NC features authentic German fare from Alpenhaus Restaurant of New Milford, local brews from Stamford’s Half Full Brewery, cider and beer from the world of Heineken, and a fun S’mores bar over an open fire pit. Music provided by our DJ from K.P. Events Group will keep the party rockin’ all evening.
Tickets: $85 per person; adults 21 and up only, please.
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"The Last Taste of Summer"
Craft Beer Festival
Sat 09/30/17
1P - 4:30P
Roger Sherman Baldwin Park
Over 80 brews and pours available for sampling.
Gates open up at 12pm for exclusive tastings for VIP ticket holders.
Buy tickets before the festival.
Gate prices will be higher for General Admission.
General Admission
BUY TICKETS
$40
Includes:
Over 80 craft beers and pours and unlimited tastings in the beer gardens
Souvenir tasting glass
Access to Connecticut's best food trucks
Awesome live music from local bands
Stroll through a variety of exhibits
Scenic views of Greenwich Harbor
VIP
BUY TICKETS
$75
Features:
Early access to the festival
Reserved VIP parking - until 1pm
Unlimited sampling of over 80 craft beers in the tasting tents
Souvenir tasting glass
Access to the best Connecticut food trucks
Stroll through a variety of exhibits
Great live music
Scenic views of Greenwich Harbor from the VIP tent
Awesome music from local bands
Exclusive access to specialty brews, sours and hard to find pours,
available only to VIP ticket holders
Oud Beersel Lambics (sour)
Timmermans Lambics (Sour)
St Louis Lambics (Sour)
Duchesse De Bourgogne (Sour)
St Bernardus
Kasteel
De Dolle
De Proef
Greenwich Wine & Food Festival
Roger Sherman Baldwin Park
Master Chef Wine Dinner Fri 09/22/17
Wine & Food Festibal Sat 09/23/17
Fri 7:30P - 10:30P Sat 12:30 - 10:30P
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Mario Batali Joins Celebrity Chef Participants Scott Conant, Alex Guarnaschelli and Adam Richman
Concert featuring Platinum TRAIN
Check Out Blog from Last Year's Event
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Norwalk Oyster Festival Norwalk Seaport Association Buy Tickets 40th ANNUAL 3 DAY OYSTER FESTIVAL RETURNS Fri 09/08 6P - 11P Sat 09/09 11A – 11P Sun 09/10 11A – 8P Friday Night Adults $10.00 Saturday and Sunday Adults $12 Children (5-12 yrs old) $5 Children Under 5 $FREE Senior 62+ $10.00 Schedule Fri 6P - 11P, Sat 11A - 11P, Sun 11A - 6P |
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Blues Views & BBQ The Westport Downtown Merchants Association announces the 2017 Blues, Views & BBQ Festival, with a Labor Day weekend lineup that includes headliners Galactic and Deep Banana Blackout, joined by returning fan favorite Anders Osborne. Connecticut’s premier music festival is celebrating 10 years of delivering soulful, southern inspired food, music and family fun to the banks of the Saugatuck River in beautiful downtown Westport. A weekend experience that never disappoints sell out crowds, this signature end of summer event is set to deliver another stand out year. This year Blues Views and BBQ will feature 20 bands, including headlining performances on our main stage from funk powerhouses Galactic and Deep Banana Blackout. BVB has long been a venue for introducing up and coming and local talent along with our marquee headliners. In that same tradition, this year we welcome first time performers Bonerama, Paul Barrere & Fred Tackett performing the music of Little Feat, the New Orleans Suspects, Taz and Friends including Elise Testone, James Casey, Jackson Kinchloe, and Natalie Cressman, and local favorites Baby Dynamite and Sisterhood Blues Project. Enjoy hours of family fun at the famous Jesup Jam with the bounce park, Touch a Truck, airbrush tattoos, pie and rib eating contests and our second stage showcasing local and family friendly musical entertainment all day long. Don’t miss the KCBS BBQ competition, and CTBites returns with cooking demos providing culinary inspiration. There will be plenty of food to satisfy every appetite. With its all star lineup, this rousing music and culinary destination has become the hottest way to spend the last lingering days of summer. The 10th annual Blues Views & BBQ Festival is happening Saturday, September 2nd and Sunday, September 3rd at the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts. Tickets on sale now at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/blues-views-and-bbq-festival-tickets-33889372024 Early Bird Pricing Available Now Children under 12 are always free with a paid adult Visit us on FB, and stay tuned to our website for event updates. westportdma.com/bluesviewsandbbq https://www.facebook.com/Blues-Views-BBQ-Festival-Westport-217585628253206/ SATURDAY Baby Dynamite Slam Allen New Orleans Suspects Paul Barrere & Fred Tackett from Little Feat Bonerama Galactic SUNDAY School of Rock Sisterhood Blues Project Selwyn Birchwood Taz & Friends Elise Testone (American Idol) James Casey (Trey Anastasio) Jackson Kinchloe (Sister Sparrow) Natalie Cressman (Trey Anastasio) Anders Osborne Deep Banana Blackout |
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SoNo Arts Festival 08/05 & 08/06/17 YES, It's Happening!!! The SoNo Arts Festival, will happen in August 2017, Enlivening the streets of historic South Norwalk, The SoNo Arts Festival will showcase the works of over 100 juried artists with live bands, tempting food vendors, special discounts at SoNo shops and restaurants and plenty of Free hands on art activities for children and families in our own Children's Art Playground. The vibe is Fresh, Fun, Funky and Affordably Cool Art for everyone in every range. Many exciting surprises await at this amazing art adventure in the heart of SoNo's eclectic waterfront design district. Enjoy the artistic culinary delights by dining in the many diverse Sono restaurants options. Annual Puppet Parade marches Sunday August 6, 2017 at 2pm. Come share your love and laughter at this community art event!! |
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Westport Fine Arts Festival
Sat 07/15 & 16/17 10A - 5P Sun 07/16/17 Now in its 44th year, the Westport Fine Arts Festival remains a highlight on the calendars of art collectors from New England and Manhattan each year. Original, juried works in Painting, Watercolor, Photography/Digital Art, Sculpture, Drawing (Pastel, Pencil, Ink), Printmaking, Mixed Media, Glass/ Ceramics, Jewelry, and Wood are displayed in beautiful downtown Westport, CT. Live music, special performances, and children's activities make this a festival for everyone. |
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DARIEN
Info 07/01 - Rain date 07/02 Gates Open at 6:30pm Darien Community Band Plays at 7:30pm $30 Parking Pass on sale at Town Hall from June 15th - June 30th between 8:30am - 4pm A PARKING PASS GUARANTEES YOU A SPACE ON CAMPUS! Come early, bring your blanket and have a picnic at the fireworks! Local food vendors will be back! Fireworks at dusk. Darien High School 80 High School Lane, Darien, CT FAIRFIELD Info 07/02 - Rain date 07/03 & 04 if necessary Come Celebrate Independence Day with an explosive Grucci Firework show. Fireworks explode just after dark, usually around 9:15 PM, from a barge off of Long Island Sound so the show can be seen easily from either Penfield or Jennings Beaches. Entertainment from 6P - 8:45P at Jennings Beach - Sand Jam DJ, Marvin Parsons Entertainment from 6:45P - 9P at Penfield Beach - Silver Steel Band, Caribbean Limited Parking: Beach Parking lots can be accessed either with a Season Beach Pass or by purchasing a Daily Pass for $50.00 per vehicle (cash only). Daily Passes will be limited to the first 350 vehicles at Jennings Beach and 50 vehicles at Penfield Beach. A Daily Parking Fee will also be charged to park at the Ash Creek Open Space Parking Lot the day of the fireworks. Lots will fill. Plan on getting there early so as not to be disappointed. Restrictions: Please remember that Alcoholic Beverages are not permitted on Town beaches, and you will not be permitted to bring your own grill. Inclement Weather: In the case of inclement weather, please call 203-256-3144. GREENWICH Info 07/01 - Rain date 07/02 For the twelfth consecutive year, the Town will present displays at Binney Park and Greenwich Point Park. Both displays are scheduled for Saturday, July 1st, with a rain date of Sunday, July 2nd. The Binney Park Show will start at approximately 9:10 pm and the Greenwich Point Show will begin at approximately 9:35 pm. It is strongly recommended that anyone planning to attend either display and especially the Greenwich Point display arrive early. Spectators at Greenwich Point will be entertained by a disc jockey stationed near the South Concession area starting at 7:00 pm. The fireworks display will be fired from the corner of Greenwich Point (Bluff Point), well beyond the South Concession Stand. The Binney Park display will feature the Sound Beach Community Band. They will begin performing at 7:30 pm. They will be located on the Showmobile near the flag pole near Sound Beach Avenue. Parks & Rec Ph. 203-618-7649 / Rain Cancellations Ph. 203-861-6100 NEW CANAAN Info 07/04 - Rain date 07/05 (fireworks only) The 37th Annual Family Fourth of July Celebration will be held on Tuesday, July 4, 2017 at Waveny Park (raindate of Wednesday, July 5- Fireworks Only). The late day activities will include: family picnicking, live music, children's games area, food court, and a spectacular fireworks display. A complete program of the day's activities will be published in the New Canaan Advertiser. Event passes are necessary to enter the park both by car or walking and may be purchased at the Recreation Department Office, Town Hall, and by New Canaan residents online at www.newcanaan.info The Family Fourth of July Celebration is made possible entirely through contributions from New Canaan residents, the business community, and local civic organizations. A community mailing will be sent out in late May with additional information about the event and where to purchase passes. The 2017 pass fee is expected to be $35 for residents. Waveny Park 677 South Avenue, New Canaan, CT NORWALK Info 07/03 - Rain date 07/05 Entertainment at the Showmobile (for the kids) - The Amazing Andy Show 5:30P Entertainment at Shady Beach - "Dance to the Music with DJ Nuzzo" 6P Norwalk Parks & Rec is proud to present - Southside Johnny & The Asbury Jukes! Performance begins at 8P. They will perform before and after the fireworks. In case of rain they will play at The Concert Hall at 9P Calf Pasture Beach Norwalk, CT RIDGEFIELD Info 07/04 - Rain date 07/05 Fireworks will light up the night at Ridgefield High School on July 4th as the town celebrates Independence Day with music, food, family fun, and FIREWORKS! Bring a picnic dinner or purchase food at the event. This event is sponsored by Fairfield County Bank! Parking passes are required - Cash or Check Only! Purchase a pass for $20 each at Ridgefield Town Hall, Fairfield County Bank, or the Ridgefield Chamber of Commerce (now located at 13 Grove Street). Checks payable to "Family 4th Committee." Handicapped parking is available at Ridgefield High School. Overflow parking is at Barlow Mountain and Scotland Elementary Schools with shuttle buses providing transportation to the High School and back. (NOTE: a parking pass is still required to park in the overflow parking.) Rain Date: Tuesday, July 5th. No parking pass refunds in the event of postponement or cancelation. Other details: No grills or alcohol permitted. All parking pass proceeds benefit the Family Fourth Fund. Ridgefield High School 700 North Salem Rd., Ridgefield, CT ROWAYTON Info 07/04 - Rain date 07/05 Rowayton Fireworks will light up the sky offshore from Bayley Beach Tuesday evening, July 4. The fireworks, sponsored by the RCA, will be launched from a barge beginning at 9:15pm. The performance will last approximately 30 minutes. See below for more information on parking and picnicking. The scheduled rain dates are as follows: Rowayton will have their rescheduled show on July 5 if Norwalk has not had their July 3 show cancelled. If Norwalk’s show has been cancelled, and Rowayton’s show is cancelled, Rowayton will have their show on July 6 and Norwalk will have theirs on July 5. Bayley Beach 11 Pine Point Rd., Rowayton, CT STAMFORD Info 06/30 - Rain date 07/01 The event will feature entertainment for residents throughout the evening, with the fireworks show put on by Bay Fireworks and entertainment provided by More Than Music DJ Service. Fireworks 9:15P Cummings Park Shippan Ave., Stamford, CT WESTON Info 07/04 - Rain date 07/05 4:30pm - Ticket gates open on School Road - $20.00 per car for parking and admission $5.00 for walk in admission fee - No charge for children 5 and under 5P - 9P BARBECUE by Calise’s Food Market - Great BBQ Food and drinks available for purchase 6P - 7P - Westport Community Band Performance 6:15P - 7:15P - The Magic Genie performs 7:15P - 9:20P - Ticket To Ride (Beatles Tribute Band) performs 9:20P - Fireworks BRING YOUR BLANKET OR CHAIR & ENJOY THE FIREWORKS! (Note: There will be no seating allowed on Artificial Turf Fields.) Weston Middle School field 135 School Rd., Weston, CT WESTPORT Info 07/03 - Rain date 07/05 The Westport PAL is proud to announce Melissa & Doug, LLC will once again sponsor our annual fireworks display on Monday, July 3rd, 2017 (Rain date Wednesday, July 5th 2017). The Westport PAL would like to thank Westporters Melissa and Doug Bernstein for their continued support of the Westport Police Athletic League. The First Family of Fireworks, The Grucci’s, will be providing the fireworks for our 61st Fireworks Show. Fireworks start at 9P. Tickets go on sale Thursday, June 1st, 2017 and can be purchased at the Westport Police Department, 50 Jesup Road and the Westport Parks and Recreation Office, 260 Compo Road South in Westport. Ticket sales are limited and are on a first come first serve basis. Tickets are $35.00 per car and once tickets are sold out, shuttle passes from Longshore will be available for purchase. Compo Beach 64 Compo Beach Road, Westport, CT WILTON Info 07/04 - Rain date 07/05 Wilton Parks & Recreation is planning the following activities and *bands for our July 4th Celebration: 8:30A: Freedom Run Road Race (5K) 12P: Republicans vs. Democrats Softball Game 5P: One Bad Oyster 6:30P: Shelter Dogs 8P: Retro Express 9:30P: Fireworks! Wilton Parks & Recreation Department is now selling 4th of July Booster Parking Passes for designated areas. Vehicles without the 4th of July Booster Parking Pass will be charged a fee of $20.00 per vehicle the night of the event. All monies collected go to offset the evening’s cost. By becoming a Wilton 4th of July Booster, you will receive a guaranteed parking pass to your choice of lots adjacent to the concert and fireworks area. Spaces are limited and passes are issued on a first come – first served basis, so please send your request early. Wilton High School/Wilton Green 395 Danbury Rd. (Rte 7), Wilton, CT |
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Norwalk Arts Festival
06/24 & 06/25/17
10A - 4P
06/24 & 06/25/17
10A - 4P
2017 YANKEE DOODLE FAIR JUNE 15TH – JUNE 18th Sponsored by the WESTPORT WOMAN’S CLUB 44 IMPERIAL AVENUE, WESTPORT, CT 203-227-4240 FREE ADMISSION! THURS 6-10P FRI 6-10P SAT 1-10P SUN 1-5P CARNIVAL RIDES AND GAMES! PAY-ONE-PRICE UNLIMITED-RIDES WRISTBANDS EVERY DAY AND NIGHT RIDE IN THE RAIN! RIDES AND THE FAIR WILL CLOSE ONLY IN SEVERE WEATHER INTERNATIONAL FOOD COURT! JR’S DELI AND GRILLE CHEF TONY DELICIAS SKIP’S GOOD HUMOR ICE CREAM COLD BEVERAGES FAIR SPECIAL EVENTS • TOUCH-A-BOAT • SAND ART • FACE PAINTING • TAKE-A-CHANCE DRAWING • NEW CANAAN PSYCHIC • WESTPORT URGENT CARE EQUIPMENT DEMO • SUZUKI SCHOOL OF MUSIC PERFORMANCE • CURIO COTTAGE THRIFT SHOP • WOMAN’S CLUB BAKE SALE • INDOOR CAFE RAFFLE GRAND PRIZE: $1,000 SECOND PRIZE: 8 WESTPORT COUNTRY PLAYHOUSE Flex Tickets THIRD PRIZE: $350 SILVER RIBBON Gift Certificate RAFFLE DRAWING will be held on Sunday at 5pm TAKE-A-CHANCE DRAWINGS will be held on Sunday at 4pm (Need not be present to win.) |
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SATURDAY AUGUST 6TH
"INSIDE OUT" IN SONO! A cool new event is happening on Washington Street. Art, food, fashion and music from11AM to 9PM this Saturday. Summer sale, 15% off selected works at LoveArt gallery. |
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The 5th Annual Food Tasting and Retail Experience Saturday September 10, 2016 2pm - 5pm Tickets/Passport $10, Children 5-12 $5 TICKETS CAN ONLY BE BOUGHT ON SITE DAY OF EVENT (locations on map , below) Ticket sales begin @1:45pm Beer, Wine and Drinks are available from inside most of the participating Restaurants or stop by our 2 Outside Beer Gardens The 5th Annual Food Tasting and Retail Experience Saturday September 10, 2016 2pm - 5pm Tickets/Passport $10, Children 5-12 $5 TICKETS CAN ONLY BE BOUGHT ON SITE DAY OF EVENT (locations on map , below) Ticket sales begin @1:45pm Beer, Wine and Drinks are available from inside most of the participating Restaurants or stop by our 2 Outside Beer Gardens |
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11/05/16 & 11/06/16 CraftWestport is the longest running indoor fine craft event in Connecticut. For 41 years, this show has been the perfect place for unique, one-of-a-kind, holiday shopping. It features 175 top craft artists from across the country and includes a pop-up Marketplace of local Connecticut makers. CraftWestport has been run by the enthusiastic and hardworking volunteers of Westport Young Woman’s League since 1976 and the funds raised by the League are given to worthy local charitable organizations. |
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DECEMBER 3RD & 4TH Shop · Dine · Be Merry
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Westport Holiday
12/10 Thru 12/22
Kid's Activities at Branson Hall On Saturday, November 26 and December 10, we'll have fun activities your kids will enjoy, including watching the "Polar Express" move, crafts, and an Earthplace activity. While this is not babysitting, you should be able to escape for a bit to do some holiday shopping!
Holiday Music
We will have a number of regional groups performing across downtown to make the season bright.
This will include
Staple's Orphenians (12/10, 2 -4PM and 12/22, 5-7PM),
Acoustic Dizzy Fish (12/13, 4-6PM and 12/20, 4-6PM) and
the Pop Music Academy (12/17, 12-3PM)
Santa Visits
Santa will be downtown!
(12/11, 2-5PM, 12/13, 4-6PM. 12/17 12-3PM and 12/22, 3-5PM)
Horse & Buggy Rides
come enjoy a nostalgic ride on 12/22 from 3-6PM
Kid's Activities at Branson Hall On Saturday, November 26 and December 10, we'll have fun activities your kids will enjoy, including watching the "Polar Express" move, crafts, and an Earthplace activity. While this is not babysitting, you should be able to escape for a bit to do some holiday shopping!
Holiday Music
We will have a number of regional groups performing across downtown to make the season bright.
This will include
Staple's Orphenians (12/10, 2 -4PM and 12/22, 5-7PM),
Acoustic Dizzy Fish (12/13, 4-6PM and 12/20, 4-6PM) and
the Pop Music Academy (12/17, 12-3PM)
Santa Visits
Santa will be downtown!
(12/11, 2-5PM, 12/13, 4-6PM. 12/17 12-3PM and 12/22, 3-5PM)
Horse & Buggy Rides
come enjoy a nostalgic ride on 12/22 from 3-6PM
First Night Westport 2017
BLOG FROM FIRST NIGHT 2016 Celebrating our 23rd year! Get ready to party til 10pm Buy a button Schedule |
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Outdoor Crafts Festival Greenwich Bruce Museum 05/20/17 10A - 5P The Outdoor Crafts Festival runs rain or shine from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm on the grounds of the Museum. Over 70 artisans, many new to the show, gather to share their unique talents and crafts at this nationally recognized event. Juried exhibitors specialize in ceramics, wearable and decorative fiber, glassware, wood kitchenwares and furniture, jewelry and more - all available for purchase. The Festival also includes demonstrations, activities for children, international cuisine, and live musical performances on both days. |
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