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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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by Jeanne Muchnick
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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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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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by Jeanne Muchnick
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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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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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Zip The Eclipse: Treetop View At The Adventure Park In Bridgeport Zip The Eclipse: Treetop View At The Adventure Park In Bridgeport
Zip The Eclipse: Treetop View At The Adventure Park In Bridgeport BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — You can tell your grandchildren, “I saw the Solar Eclipse from the treetops back in 2017.”  The Adventure Park at The Discovery Museum, the outdoor zip line and climbing venue at 4450 Park Ave. in Bridgeport, is offering a free pair of eclipse glasses (while supplies last) to ticketed guests to view the historic phenomenon while at the Park on Monday, Aug. 21. Seeing the eclipse from up in the trees in The Adventure Park is a unique way to witness a unique event. (Guests may use glasses while on tree platforms or from the ground but not while actively climbing or zip lin…

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Places To Join The Fun To Watch The Solar Eclipse In Fairfield County Places To Join The Fun To Watch The Solar Eclipse In Fairfield County
Places To Join The Fun To Watch The Solar Eclipse In Fairfield County FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- Got eclipse fever but not sure where to go for the best view? The first visible total solar eclipse in over 25 years takes place Monday. Aug. 21 starting at 1:44 p.m. It peaks around 2:45 and ends at 4 p.m. The moon will cover about 75 percent of the sun in Fairfield County, but you'll still get to experience this rare celestial event. Just head to the following locales -- and keep your fingers crossed for clear skies. Remember, too, to pack your eclipse glasses. Stepping Stones Museum for Children, Norwalk: All are invited to witness the solar eclipse as it's c…

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Williams-Sonoma Fights Childhood Hunger At Grateful Music Fest In Danbury Williams-Sonoma Fights Childhood Hunger At Grateful Music Fest In Danbury
Williams-Sonoma Fights Childhood Hunger At Grateful Music Fest In Danbury Updated, Friday: DANBURY, Conn. -- The Forever Grateful Festival at Ives Concert Park has been postponed Friday due to weather. It has been moved to Sunday, Aug. 20 from 1 to 6 p.m. The Saturday portion of the festival is not affected and will go on as planned Original story: DANBURY, Conn. -- William-Sonoma's store in the Danbury Fair Mall is kicking off its fifth annual campaign to support No Kid Hungry this Friday during the Forever Grateful Festival at Ives Concert Park. During the festival between 6 and 10 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 18, Williams-Sonoma will be selling pizza by the slice and…

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Community Vigil For Charlottesville Set For Wednesday In Stamford Community Vigil For Charlottesville Set For Wednesday In Stamford
Community Vigil For Charlottesville Set For Wednesday In Stamford STAMFORD, Conn. -- The Jewish Community Relations Council of the United Jewish Federation of Greater Stamford, New Canaan and Darien is convening a community vigil to stand against the hatred and violence demonstrated in Charlottesville, Va.  The rally is set for 12:15 p.m. Wednesday, Aug.16, at the Stamford Government Center at 888 Washington Blvd. The vigil will be held in partnership with the Interfaith Council of Southwestern Connecticut. The groups released a statement saying "the messages of anti-Semitism, racism, and xenophobia combined with violence strike at our community as …

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