Greenwich Church Hosts Spooky Historical Ghost Tour Through Cemetery Greenwich Church Hosts Spooky Historical Ghost Tour Through Cemetery
Greenwich Church Hosts Spooky Historical Ghost Tour Through Cemetery Meet the ghosts who haunt the cemetery of a Fairfield County church this weekend. Christ Church Greenwich is hosting a free historical ghost adventure on Sunday, Oct. 27, through the Christ Church Greenwich Memorial Garden, where actors will play the corporeal versions of Mrs. Nathaniel Witherell, Rev. Yarrington, and Mr. Higgins, who are buried there. They'll entertain guests with their stories from their time.   Lynn Garelick, Christ Church Greenwich historian, will lead the tour.  Anyone interested in attending should arrive at the 254 East Putnam Ave.…
Party With Rob Gronkowski Next Month At His Official Retirement Party Party With Rob Gronkowski Next Month At His Official Retirement Party
Party With Rob Gronkowski Next Month At His Official Retirement Party Rob Gronkowski official hung up his cleats this offseason and retired from the NFL, and in true Gronk fashion, he's ready to party.  The future Hall of Famer is throwing an official retirement party at the Mohegan Sun FanDuel Sportsbook on Sept. 10 from 9 to 11 p.m. Tickets are $75. DJ Whoo Kid will be on hand to keep things moving, and guests can order the new Gronk Smash Burger from the kitchen.  Guests must be 21 or older to enter the 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd casino in Uncasville, CT.  Along with the festivities, UFC 279, featuring the main event of Kha…
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade To Return 'Live' This Year Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade To Return 'Live' This Year
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade To Return 'Live' This Year The Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade is returning to the streets of New York City for its 95th celebration after being curtailed last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Macy's made the announcement on Wednesday, Sept. 8, saying the parade will be delight crowds once again on Thursday, Nov. 25 beginning at 9 a.m. This year's parade will feature the signature mix of giant character helium balloons, fantastic floats, marching bands, performance groups, celebrities, clowns, and the one-and-only Santa Claus, Macy's said. “We are thrilled to welcome back in its full form the Macy’s Thanksgiving D…
Gaze At The Stars With The Ridgefield Discovery Center At New Pond Farm Gaze At The Stars With The Ridgefield Discovery Center At New Pond Farm
Gaze At The Stars With The Ridgefield Discovery Center At New Pond Farm REDDING/RIDGEFIELD, Conn. — Imagine looking up into the nighttime sky and seeing a hunter and his dogs, a bull and a charioteer. You can do just that at a stargazing event this weekend with the Discovery Center at Ridgefield and New Pond Farm Observatory in West Redding. Cliff Wattley of Ridgefield will lead the public skywatch on Saturday, Jan. 20, starting at 6:30 p.m. During the live observing session, participants will see craters, mountains and “seas” on the 4-day-old moon. They will also view the Orion nebula, star clusters, and the planet Uranus. Astronomers will point out and discus…
'Dream' Come True: Stamford Vocalist To Perform New Album In Norwalk 'Dream' Come True: Stamford Vocalist To Perform New Album In Norwalk
'Dream' Come True: Stamford Vocalist To Perform New Album In Norwalk NORWALK, Conn — Christina Connors, a Stamford vocalist with a thriving massage business, will be performing songs from her recently debuted album on Saturday, Jan. 13, at Unity of Norwalk at 3 Main St. at 7:30 p.m.  "Dream Bigger," which was recorded at Norwalk's Factory Underground Recording Studio, features the music of famed Broadway, TV and Disney composer David Friedman, himself a resident of Norwalk.  Friedman has composed songs for Diana Ross, Barry Manilow, Nancy Lamott, among others and composes the monthly music with Kathy Lee Gifford for the "Today" show segme…
Weston Author To Tell 'Circus' Story At Norwalk's Stepping Stones Museum Weston Author To Tell 'Circus' Story At Norwalk's Stepping Stones Museum
Weston Author To Tell 'Circus' Story At Norwalk's Stepping Stones Museum NORWALK, Conn. — Stepping Stones Museum for Children in Norwalk will host the appearance of children’s author/illustrator Clare Penice of Weston at StoryTime.  The event will be Friday, Jan. 5, from 11:30 a.m. to noon at 303 West Ave. The author will lead the program, “A Day at the Circus,” where she’ll read from the book she penned and illustrated, "Circus Girl." Children are then invited to create a circus-themed puppet craft. The event will be followed by a book signing.  “Circus Girl was inspired by my childhood, my two children, and all the children who love to play dress up…
Say Goodbye To 2017 Early At Maritime Aquarium's 'Noon Year's Eve' Say Goodbye To 2017 Early At Maritime Aquarium's 'Noon Year's Eve'
Say Goodbye To 2017 Early At Maritime Aquarium's 'Noon Year's Eve' NORWALK, Conn. – End the year, including a countdown to 12 o’clock – 12 o’clock noon – with special family fun on Sunday, Dec. 31 at The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk. The Aquarium’s “Noon Year’s Eve” celebration offers bonus activities for families with younger children who want to celebrate the end of 2017 together, but not at the stroke of midnight. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., a disc jockey will provide the beat, as well as the countdown to 12 o’clock; 12 o’clock noon, that is. Also on hand will be three strolling entertainers: “bubble-ologist” Kim Winslow, magician Greg Dubin, and family com…
From Book of Mormon To Knight Of Cabaret: Chris O'Neill Hits Stamford Stage From Book of Mormon To Knight Of Cabaret: Chris O'Neill Hits Stamford Stage
From Book of Mormon To Knight Of Cabaret: Chris O'Neill Hits Stamford Stage STAMFORD, Conn. – Chris O’Neill,  star of Broadway's "Book of Mormon," returns to his alma mater Stamford High — Class of 2009 — to emcee the school's ninth annual “Knight of Cabaret” Holiday Variety Show. The show is this Saturday, Dec. 23, in the auditorium at the high school at 55 Strawberry Hill Ave. O’Neill will be joined by former classmate Josh Sette and a bevy of talented alumni and current students in the variety show. All proceeds go to the Strawberry Hill Players Drama Club. A complimentary cookie and coffee reception opens the evening at 7 p.m. with the curtain schedu…
Norwalk's Saltwater Sono Hosting Ugly Sweater Party Norwalk's Saltwater Sono Hosting Ugly Sweater Party
Norwalk's Saltwater Sono Hosting Ugly Sweater Party NORWALK, Conn. Things are about to get ugly. As in ugly sweaters. Saltwater Sono in Norwalk is hosting a "Ho-Ho-Horrible Ugly Sweater" party on Saturday, Dec.16, at 8 p.m. And yes, the uglier the better. There will, after all, be prizes. In the spirit of the holidays, a portion of the proceeds will go to Love ALL Project, whose mission is to stop the cycle of hate by fostering understanding and relationships among different cultures.  Get event information at www.facebook.com/events/351933145278254/. Saltwater is at 128 Washington St., 203-939-9502, www.saltwatersono.com/.
Music, Comedy & More Are On The Program At Norwalk's Wall Street Theater Music, Comedy & More Are On The Program At Norwalk's Wall Street Theater
Music, Comedy & More Are On The Program At Norwalk's Wall Street Theater NORWALK, Conn. -- Norwalk's Wall Street Theater has a lineup of new events for the holidays and beyond. Norwalk musician Jen Durkin returns to the Wall Street Theater on Saturday, Dec. 9 at 8 p.m. after making her debut with Deep Banana Blackout at this location (then known as The Globe Theater) more than 20 years ago.  The evening will feature original music from Durkin, as well as familiar tributes to musical legends such as the Allman Brothers, Grateful Dead, and Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings. Meanwhile, on Monday, Dec. 11, at 7:30 p.m. Broadway and television star Telly Leung  -- he c…
Comedy Night Returns To Congregation Beth El In Norwalk Comedy Night Returns To Congregation Beth El In Norwalk
Comedy Night Returns To Congregation Beth El In Norwalk NORWALK, Conn. -- If laughter is the best medicine, then Comedy Night at Congregation Beth El in Norwalk is guaranteed to cure all your ills.  The show, which is open to all, will feature two headliner comedians – Rodney Laney and Robyn Schall – appearing at the synagogue on Saturday, Dec. 9 at 8 p.m. Schall and Laney, both rising stars in the comedy world, have appeared at Live at Gotham, Comic Strip Live, Gotham Comedy Club, Stand Up New York and Caroline’s on Broadway. Laney’s television appearances include CBS’s “Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson,” HBO’s “Bad Boys of Comedy,” Comedy C…
Kick Off The Holiday Season At Stamford High Holiday Shopping Fair Kick Off The Holiday Season At Stamford High Holiday Shopping Fair
Kick Off The Holiday Season At Stamford High Holiday Shopping Fair STAMFORD, Conn. -- You can get a jump-start on your holiday shopping and help Stamford High School students at the same time this weekend at the Stamford High Holiday Shopping Fair. The first annual Stamford High Holiday Shopping Fair will be held Saturday, Nov. 25 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Stamford high School gymnasium, located at 55 Strawberry Hill Ave.  The free event includes shopping with more than 60 unique small business vendors, babysitting, kids holiday crafts, free giveaways, caroling, a photo booth, raffles, a live DJ, free fitness classes, face painting, tree and wreath sale…
Balloons Are Set To Soar In Stamford Parade; Start Delayed A Half-Hour Balloons Are Set To Soar In Stamford Parade; Start Delayed A Half-Hour
Balloons Are Set To Soar In Stamford Parade; Start Delayed A Half-Hour STAMFORD, Conn. — THE BALLOONS ARE FLYING! That was the message just before noon Sunday from organizers of the the 24th Annual Stamford Downtown Parade Spectacular.  The start of the parade has been delayed from noon until 12:30 p.m.  Spectators along the route reported it was windy, with balloons, hats and leaves flying. But organizers said the balloons will be a part of the parade this year.  This is the second year in a row that strong winds threatened the blockbuster parade, one of the biggest events of the year in Fairfield County.  A Wind Advisory was issued by the National Weather …
Parade Comes To Life: Join The Fun At Stamford's Balloon Inflation Party Parade Comes To Life: Join The Fun At Stamford's Balloon Inflation Party
Parade Comes To Life: Join The Fun At Stamford's Balloon Inflation Party STAMFORD, Conn. — Before the 24th annual Stamford Downtown Parade Spectacular can step off on Sunday, there's still one big task to complete: inflating the 16 giant, helium-filled balloons.  And on Saturday, the night before the big parade, you can join the fun as Point72 Asset Management hosts a Balloon Inflation Party from 3 to 6 p.m.at Hoyt Street and Summer Street in downtown Stamford.  The pre-parade event provide a behind-the-scenes look at the balloons as they come to life. This year's big balloons will include the Very Hungry Caterpillar, Captain Barnacles, Alphonso the Dragon and …
Trio Of Exhibits Explores The History Of Norwalk's Fodor Farm Trio Of Exhibits Explores The History Of Norwalk's Fodor Farm
Trio Of Exhibits Explores The History Of Norwalk's Fodor Farm NORWALK, Conn. -- The Norwalk Historical Commission and the Norwalk Historical Society will unveil three exhibitions focused on Fodor Farm this month. "The History of Fodor Farm," "Saving Fodor Farm" and "Fodor Farm through the Lens of Dan Lenore" will be unveiled on Thursday, Nov. 16 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Fodor Farm, located at 328 Flax Hill Road in Norwalk. A reception, open to the general public, will celebrate the new exhibitions curated by guest curator Elizabeth Pratt Fox. This will also be an opportunity for the public to view the interior of the newly r…
Just You Wait: Darien Historical Society Talks 'Hamilton' Just You Wait: Darien Historical Society Talks 'Hamilton'
Just You Wait: Darien Historical Society Talks 'Hamilton' DARIEN, Conn. – New ways of thinking about America’s War for Independence will be the topic of a two-part series, "Revolutionary Perspectives," at the Darien Historical Society in November. The first talk, entitled "Alexander Hamilton: The Man, the Myth & The Musical," will be held on Saturday, Nov. 11 at 2 p.m. The smash-hit Broadway musical is changing the mythology surrounding this Founding Father, and a new perspective is emerging. Robert Begley, president of New York Heroes Society, dives deeper into Hamilton’s life and legacy. The next talk, "Art, War and …
'Sylvia' Opens This Weekend At Darien Arts Center 'Sylvia' Opens This Weekend At Darien Arts Center
'Sylvia' Opens This Weekend At Darien Arts Center DARIEN, Conn. -- The Darien Arts Center Stage production of "Sylvia" opens this weekend in the DAC Weatherstone Studio at 8 p.m.  Jacquie Carlsen, David Jackins, and Giovanna Olcese of Norwalk and Susan Stanton of Westport bring the comedy to life under the direction of Christian Amato. Remaining performances are on Nov. 4, 10 and 11 at 8 p.m. and Nov. 5 and 11 at 2 p.m. A.R. Gurney’s "Sylvia" is a smart, silly, sophisticated, and occasionally salty comedy about relationships, nature, and growing older. Greg is a man of middle age, a restless empty nester, tired of his j…
Make Your Reservations For Greenwich Restaurant Week Make Your Reservations For Greenwich Restaurant Week
Make Your Reservations For Greenwich Restaurant Week GREENWICH, Conn. -- Have you made your reservations? Greenwich Restaurant Week is in full swing with more 25 area eateries participating. Expect special deals and promotions throughout the 10 day-long celebration. The event, which began Friday, Oct. 27, runs through Sunday, Nov. 5. Some of the participating restaurants include Applausi Osteria,Back 40 Kitchen, Beach House Café, Bella Nonna, Bistro Versailles, Centro at the Mill, Char, Citarella, Coast, Eastend, Elm Street Oyster House, Famous Greek Kitchen, Fortina, Gaucho Boteco Steakhouse, Harvest Wine Bar & Restaurant, The J House R…
A Grandmother's Holocaust Story Leads To A Book: Writer To Speak In Norwalk A Grandmother's Holocaust Story Leads To A Book: Writer To Speak In Norwalk
A Grandmother's Holocaust Story Leads To A Book: Writer To Speak In Norwalk NORWALK, Conn-- Yvette Manessis Corporon is a three-time Emmy Award-winning writer, author and producer at NBC's "EXTRA" who tells other people's stories for a living. But when it came time to tell her own, it took a while. The result is revealed in her new book, "Something Beautiful Happened," which she will speak about on Monday, Nov. 6 at Congregation Beth El (109 East Ave.) in Norwalk. The 7:30 p.m. event is free and open to the public. The Westchester, N.Y., resident grew up listening to her grandmother’s stories about how the people of Erikousa, a small Greek islan…
Save The Date: Giant Balloons, Bands To Step Off In Stamford Parade Save The Date: Giant Balloons, Bands To Step Off In Stamford Parade
Save The Date: Giant Balloons, Bands To Step Off In Stamford Parade STAMFORD, Conn. — The holiday season is just around the corner — and so is the 24th annual Stamford Downtown Parade Spectacular, set to step off at noon on Sunday, Nov. 19. One of the largest parades of its kind in the U.S., this year’s march will include 12 giant helium balloons floating down downtown streets for the enjoyment of more than 200,000 spectators. Among the parade units this year are Samba New York!, a world-renowned samba performance company dedicated to the music and dance of Brazil, Silver Steel Band, the Fairfield County Police Pipes and Drums, NYPD Emerald Society Pipe &am…
'Hoot & Howl' At Darien Nature Center's Annual Halloween Event 'Hoot & Howl' At Darien Nature Center's Annual Halloween Event
'Hoot & Howl' At Darien Nature Center's Annual Halloween Event DARIEN, Conn. -- The Darien Nature Center is celebrating Halloween in style with its annual Hoot n’ Howl party. It will take place rain or shine on Sunday, Oct. 29 from 4 p.m. to 6 pm, with doors opening at 3:30 p.m for children with special needs and their families. The event will feature hay rides, a magic show, s’mores and stories around a campfire, face painting, animal interactions, refreshments and more. Costumes are encouraged but not required. “The fun thing about Hoot n’ Howl is there’s something for everyone, both indoors and outdoors,” said the Nature Center’s Program Director, …
Monsters Can March In Westport For Annual Children's Halloween Parade Monsters Can March In Westport For Annual Children's Halloween Parade
Monsters Can March In Westport For Annual Children's Halloween Parade WESTPORT, Conn. -- Ghouls and goblins will walk the streets of Westport when the town hosts its annual Children's Halloween Parade on Thursday, Oct. 26. The event is sponsored by the Westport Parks and Recreation Department, the Downtown Merchants Association and Westport P.A.L. Children and parents will meet at Main Street and Post Road at 3:30 p.m. The event is for children of all ages, especially those 8 and under. The parade will proceed up Main Street, turn right onto Avery Place, then turn left on Myrtle Avenue to Town Hall and Veterans Green. Children may trick-or-treat along Main St…
Darien YMCA Hosts Free Halloween Party For The Community Darien YMCA Hosts Free Halloween Party For The Community
Darien YMCA Hosts Free Halloween Party For The Community DARIEN, Conn. – For a safe, exciting Halloween, the Darien YMCA is again offering an imaginative Halloween experience – a free evening for little goblins and their families to enjoy in an environment that’s both caring and safe.  The holiday fun takes place from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 27 at 2420 Post Road, Darien. Costumes and parental supervision are required. For many years, the Darien YMCA has hosted this Halloween party which includes crafts, bounce houses, concession stand, games, and more. The Darien YMCA will be decorated, waiting, and well supervised.  “It’s a safe, creativ…
Professor Explores Colonists And Witchcraft At Darien Historical Society Professor Explores Colonists And Witchcraft At Darien Historical Society
Professor Explores Colonists And Witchcraft At Darien Historical Society DARIEN, Conn. – Just in time for Halloween, the Darien Historical Society will present “Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea,” a discussion focusing on the Colonists’ preoccupation with the supernatural with Leslie Lindenauer, a professor of history at Western Connecticut State University. The talk will be held Wednesday, Oct. 25 at 7:30 p.m. at the Bates-Scofield Homestead Museum, 45 Old Kings Highway N., Darien. The program is free for members of the Society and $20 for non-members. Lindenauer, whose research focuses on gender and religious culture in early America, will discuss why so…
Author Of Most Popular ESPN Story To Speak At SHU In Fairfield Author Of Most Popular ESPN Story To Speak At SHU In Fairfield
Author Of Most Popular ESPN Story To Speak At SHU In Fairfield FAIRFIELD, Conn. — Kate Fagan, author of “What Made Maddy Run,” the most-watched feature on ESPN digital media, will speak at Sacred Heart University on Oct. 23. Fagan, who expanded her story on Madison Holleran, a track and field athlete who committed suicide, to a full-length book, will take the stage at the Edgerton Center for the Performing Arts at 7 p.m. Fagan writes for espnW, ESPN.com and ESPN The Magazine. She is a panelist on ESPN’s “Around the Horn” and has appeared on “Outside the Lines.” Her espnW story on Holleran got over 3 million hits. A companion video for SportsCenter has…
'Road To Victory' For Multiple Myeloma Research Ends In Fairfield 'Road To Victory' For Multiple Myeloma Research Ends In Fairfield
'Road To Victory' For Multiple Myeloma Research Ends In Fairfield FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- The grand finale of the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation’s “Road to Victories” seven-week, coast-to-coast cycling event will culminate  Saturday, Oct 21 at Jennings Beach in Fairfield where hundreds of cyclists and supporters will gather to celebrate and cheer on the riders.  The last 62-mile leg of the 3,400-mile ride will start in Bristol. at 7:15 a.m. and finish in Fairfield at approximately 1:30 p.m.  The Cowabunga food truck will be on hand serving lunch. The 3,400- mile coast-to-coast began on Sunday, Sept. 3 in Manhattan Beach, CA. and is filled with dedicat…
Cheers For Beers: Redding Beer Company Opens Saturday Cheers For Beers: Redding Beer Company Opens Saturday
Cheers For Beers: Redding Beer Company Opens Saturday REDDING, Conn. -- It's finally here. Redding Beer Company will host its grand opening TapFest on Saturday, Oct. 14 from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. The party, at 7 Main Street, will feature local fare by Uncle Leo's and delivery from Lombardi's Trattoria. Guests are also welcome to bring their own food. The new brewery, run by the father/son team of Jim and David Baulsir, operates under the motto "tapped into nature."  Beers at the TapFest will include American Wheat Ale, Irish Red Ale, East Coast IPA, American Pale Ale, and English Special Bitter (ESB). Go HERE for earlier Daily Voice sto…
Get Ready To Take A Bite Out Of Restaurant Week In Newtown/Sandy Hook Get Ready To Take A Bite Out Of Restaurant Week In Newtown/Sandy Hook
Get Ready To Take A Bite Out Of Restaurant Week In Newtown/Sandy Hook NEWTOWN, Conn. -- The second annual Newtown/Sandy Hook Restaurant Week is slated to run from Monday, Oct. 9, to Sunday, Oct. l5. So get ready to work up an appetite -- and start making your reservations. The motto of the event, after all, is "Savour the Flavor." Among the restaurants participating: Cafe Xpresso, Barnwood Restaurant, Beef & Barleys, Burrito Shack, Cover Two, Dere Street, Farmhouse Restaurant. Foundry Kitchen & Tavern. Fusion 25, King's, Kolam, My Place, Murphy's Pub, Red Rooster Pub, Sal & Pepe Contemporary Italian Bistro, Tambascio's Italian Grill, Vil…
That's Italian: Celebrate Columbus Day At Stamford Street Festival That's Italian: Celebrate Columbus Day At Stamford Street Festival
That's Italian: Celebrate Columbus Day At Stamford Street Festival STAMFORD, Conn. -- Stamford's Columbus Park is the setting for the Columbus Day Italian Street Festival.The event, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 8, will be a virtual smorgesbord of Italian food, music and dancing as well as wine and pasta making.
Attention Foodies: Newtown Restaurant Week Announces Lineup Attention Foodies: Newtown Restaurant Week Announces Lineup
Attention Foodies: Newtown Restaurant Week Announces Lineup NEWTOWN, Conn. -- The second annual Newtown/Sandy Hook Restaurant Week is slated to run from Monday, Oct. 9, to Sunday, Oct. l5. So get ready to work up an appetite -- and start making your reservations. The motto of the event, after all, is "Savour the Flavor." Among the restaurants participating: Cafe Xpresso, Barnwood Restaurant, Dere Street, Farmhouse Restaurant. Foundry Kitchen & Tavern. Fusion 25, My Place, Murphy's Pub and more.  Go to www.newtownsandyhookeats.com/ for more details.
Writer Of Little Known Holocaust Story To Speak, Sign Books In Bridgeport Writer Of Little Known Holocaust Story To Speak, Sign Books In Bridgeport
Writer Of Little Known Holocaust Story To Speak, Sign Books In Bridgeport BRIDGEPORT, Conn-- Yvette Manessis Corporon is a three-time Emmy Award-winning writer, author and producer at NBC's "EXTRA" who tells other people's stories for a living. But when it came time to tell her own, it took a while. The Westchester, N.Y., resident grew up listening to her grandmother’s stories about how the people of Erikousa, a small Greek island, hid a Jewish family—a tailor named Savvas and his daughters—from the Nazis during World War II. Nearly 2,000 Jews from that area died in the concentration camps but even though everyone on Erikousa knew Savvas and his family …