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Fairfield Social Media Guru Organizes Mom Event To Benefit Hurricane Harvey Fairfield Social Media Guru Organizes Mom Event To Benefit Hurricane Harvey
Fairfield Social Media Guru Organizes Mom Event To Benefit Hurricane Harvey WESTPORT, Conn. -- Like animals? Want to do good? Social media guru Kami Evans of Fairfield is hosting an evening with two moms who have built their brands in the face of challenges and adversity. All proceeds from the event will be forwarded to the Rescue Efforts of Hurricane Harvey through the U.S Humane Society. Scheduled to speak on Sunday, Sept. 17: Animal Activist Dolores Catania from Bravo's The Real Housewives of New Jersey and Angela Pantalone, the owner of Stratford's Wag Central, a doggie daycare. There will be light bites and a discount of 20 percent to anyone staying for dinne…

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Stamford Brews Up Fun At First Annual Brew & Whiskey Festival Stamford Brews Up Fun At First Annual Brew & Whiskey Festival
Stamford Brews Up Fun At First Annual Brew & Whiskey Festival STAMFORD, Conn. -- Stamford continues its foodie reign with the first annual Stamford Brew & Whiskey Festival (SBWF). The event, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 14  at Harbor Point, will feature live music, boardwalk games, food, and plenty of whiskey and craft beer tasting from over 30 vendors. Special guests like FOX radio’s street team, as well Stamford’s mayor, David Martin will be in attendance. SBWF proceeds will benefit New Neighborhoods Inc, a nonprofit developer and manager of affordable rental and owner-occupied housing in Fairfield County. The event is sponsored by F…

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Connecticut's Biggest Labor Day Parade Steps Off In Newtown Connecticut's Biggest Labor Day Parade Steps Off In Newtown
Connecticut's Biggest Labor Day Parade Steps Off In Newtown NEWTOWN, Conn. — The state's largest Labor Day parade steps off at 10 a.m. Monday in Newtown, winding from the flagpole to Hawley School. The theme of the 56th annual edition of the parade is the "Labor of Love." The Honorary Grand Marshal is Lee Paulsen, who has run the Faith Food Pantry for over 33 years.  The parade includes marching bands, floats, candy for kids and politicians, including First Selectman Pat Llodra, Lt. Gov. Nancy Wyman, U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy and U.S. Rep. Elizabeth Etsy. The parade starts on Main Street near Edmond Town Hall. It will take a left on Glover A…

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Crush Some Grapes, Then Join The Shelter Rock Winery Party In Danbury Crush Some Grapes, Then Join The Shelter Rock Winery Party In Danbury
Crush Some Grapes, Then Join The Shelter Rock Winery Party In Danbury DANBURY, Conn. -- Ready to stomp some grapes a la "I Love Lucy?" To celebrate five years of successful wine making, Shelter Rock Winery and Wine Making Club will host a gala Harvest Celebration on Sept. 16 complete with a crushing of the grapes.  The stomping of the grapes goes from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m, with the party set to go until 11 p.m. Since its founding, the winery has increased production from 12 to over 50 barrels a year, as well as added 150 members. It has also become a unique part of the community as well as a vibrant city attraction.  The process is overseen by Winery F…

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Westport Cooks Up A Way To Help Hurricane Harvey Victims Westport Cooks Up A Way To Help Hurricane Harvey Victims
Westport Cooks Up A Way To Help Hurricane Harvey Victims WESTPORT, Conn. -- In light of the devastating events in Texas, The Blues, Views and BBQ team and Downtown Merchants Association will be donating proceeds from its “Cooking for A Cause” competition to the victims of Hurricane Harvey.  In the past “Cooking For A Cause” proceeds were donated to the Women’s Club Food Pantry. The organization will still reaffirm its partnership with the Women’s Club and the Food Pantry with proceeds from other areas. “Cooking For A Cause” takes place Saturday, Sept. 2. For more information go to www.westportdma.com/bbq-competition.

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Hillary Clinton Making A Stop At Costco In Brookfield For Book-Signing Hillary Clinton Making A Stop At Costco In Brookfield For Book-Signing
Hillary Clinton Making A Stop At Costco In Brookfield For Book-Signing BROOKFIELD, Conn. — Want to find out "What Happened" first-hand from 2016 Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton? You can be among the first to get a signed copy of her upcoming memoir next month at Costco in Brookfield. Clinton, a resident of Chappaqua, N.Y., will head north as part of her book tour to sign copies at Costco at 200 Federal Road, Brookfield, at noon on Saturday, Sept. 16.  The appearance is listed on her book's official website, although it does not appear on the list of events on the Costco website. The book will be published on Sept. 12 by Simon &…

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Attention Foodies: Hey Stamford Dishes Up Its First Food Festival Saturday Attention Foodies: Hey Stamford Dishes Up Its First Food Festival Saturday
Attention Foodies: Hey Stamford Dishes Up Its First Food Festival Saturday STAMFORD, Conn. -- The city that eats together will be treated to the bounty of area food trucks and local restaurants' with the first @HeyStamford Food Festival.The event is slated for Saturday, Aug. 26 at Mill River Park in Stamford.  In addition to local emerging chefs, innovative area-based food trucks, and craft beer, there will also be live music -- think Jessie's Girl and The Fresh Kids of Bel Air.  It will be held from 1 to 9 p.m. at Mill River Park in Stamford. General admission is $10. Go HERE for more information. 

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Savor The Spicy Sights & Sounds At The Caribbean Jerk Fest In Bridgeport Savor The Spicy Sights & Sounds At The Caribbean Jerk Fest In Bridgeport
Savor The Spicy Sights & Sounds At The Caribbean Jerk Fest In Bridgeport BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — You can savor a taste of the islands as the 11th annual Caribbean Jerk Fest dishes up music, fun, food and more at The Ballpark At Harbor Yard in Bridgeport. The event, which will be held from 1 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 26, is sponsored by the West Indian-American Association of Greater Bridgeport.  The day will consist of reggae music, merchandise items and West Indian food for sale.  DJ Rulertone will provide music throughout the event, and the headliner is Anthem Reggae Band. In addition, JAH Movement, Scrappy Ranks & Royal Steel Band will perform.  Dance group…

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Pace Athletic Department Tees Up At Annual Harrison Golf Outing Pace Athletic Department Tees Up At Annual Harrison Golf Outing
Pace Athletic Department Tees Up At Annual Harrison Golf Outing HARRISON, N.Y. – The Pace University Athletics Department is calling all golfers this fall, as it takes to one of Westchester County's premier courses at the annual golf outing in September. The 20th Annual Pace Athletics Golf Classic will be held on Monday, Sept. 18 at Willow Ridge Country Club in Harrison, N.Y. A fun, yet challenging course, Willow Ridge contains several iconic holes and boasts a magnificent clubhouse overlooking Westchester County. Designed as an opportunity for alumni and friends to come together and support the academic and athletic growth of Pace student athletes, the…

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What To Expect & Where To Watch The Eclipse Across Fairfield County What To Expect & Where To Watch The Eclipse Across Fairfield County
What To Expect & Where To Watch The Eclipse Across Fairfield County FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. — The whole nation is catching eclipse fever — and Fairfield County is no exception.  The Nutmeg State will not experience a total solar eclipse on Monday — it will be about 68 percent. To safely view the partial eclipse here, you must use protective eyewear throughout the event.   The weather is expected to cooperate: the forecast calls for clear and sunny skies, with temps in the mid-80s.  The solar eclipse in Connecticut will start at about 1:25 p.m., when a small sliver of the sun will be blocked by the moon.  By 2:45 p.m. about two-thirds of the sun will be co…

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Travel Back In Time To Norwalk's Past With New WWI Tour Travel Back In Time To Norwalk's Past With New WWI Tour
Travel Back In Time To Norwalk's Past With New WWI Tour NORWALK, Conn. -- History buffs, take note  -- and then buy your tickets. “Over Here: Norwalk in WW I,” a new tour by the Norwalk Preservation Trust, will explore the social, artistic and architectural heritage from that tumultuous time on Sunday, Sept. 17. The tour will visit the homes, monuments and memorials that tell the story of Norwalk during the Great War and its participation in the expansive industrialization that fueled America’s growth as a world power. Participants will visit homes of that era and take a trip back in time at the recently restored Wall Street Theater (opened 191…

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Kids Can Experience The Eclipse At Norwalk's Stepping Stones Museum Kids Can Experience The Eclipse At Norwalk's Stepping Stones Museum
Kids Can Experience The Eclipse At Norwalk's Stepping Stones Museum NORWALK, Conn. — Looking for a spot for the youngsters to check out the solar eclipse on Monday, Aug. 21? The Stepping Stones Museum for Children in Norwalk will be hosting activities Monday planned with the children of all ages in mind.  The museum's once-in-a-lifetime "Great American Eclipse" experience will be from 1 to 5 p.m. Amateur astronomers can see what happens when the sun disappears behind the moon.  Visitors can witness the solar eclipse as it is captured streaming live from the sky in Connecticut and around the continental United States at the Stepping Stones state-of…

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