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Where To Watch: Fireworks Displays Will Sizzle In Fairfield Where To Watch: Fireworks Displays Will Sizzle In Fairfield
Where To Watch: Fireworks Displays Will Sizzle In Fairfield FAIRFIELD County, Conn. — Nothing says Independence Day like fireworks. And displays are planned in many Fairfield County from Friday through July 4th.  Here is a schedule — be sure to mark the date:  Friday, June 30th Danbury: Danbury Fair Mall, 7 Backus Ave., dusk (Rain date is July 3.) Ridgefield: The Ridgefield Volunteer Fire Department's display at sundown at East Ridge Middle School. Stamford: Cummings Park at 9 p.m. (Rain date is July 1.) Stratford: Short Beach Park at 9 p.m. (Rain date is July 5.) Saturday, July 1st Darien: Darien High School, gates open at 6:30 p.m. (Rain da…

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Holy Guacamole: Danbury Hosts Connecticut's First Ever Taco Festival Holy Guacamole: Danbury Hosts Connecticut's First Ever Taco Festival
Holy Guacamole: Danbury Hosts Connecticut's First Ever Taco Festival DANBURY, Conn. -- For the first time ever, Danbury will host what's being billed as "The 1st Annual Connecticut Taco Festival." And if you book before July 4, you can get a 20 percent ticket discount. The event, set for Saturday, August 26 at the Danbury Ice Arena, will feature a variety of taco selections from restaurants and food trucks around Connecticut, frozen margaritas, tequila and Mexican beer, Lucha Libre Wrestling featuring Rey Mysterio and Jerry Lawler, taco-eating contests, live music, performances, kid’s activities, vendors and more. Restaurants involved so far includ…

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by Jeanne Muchnick
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Looking For Fireworks? Find A Display Near Fairfield Looking For Fireworks? Find A Display Near Fairfield
Looking For Fireworks? Find A Display Near Fairfield FAIRFIELD County, Conn. — It's not yet July, but crowds can already begin to enjoy Independence Day fireworks.  The summer's fireworks begin Saturday, with many shows scheduled across Fairfield County through the Fourth of July.    Here is the schedule — be sure to mark the date:  Saturday, June 24th Bridgeport: Barnum Festival at the Seaside Park at 9 p.m. (No rain date) Danbury: Candlewood Lake at the Town Park at Dusk. (Rain date is June 25.) Easton: Aspetuck Country Club at 9:30 p.m.  Friday, June 30th Danbury: Danbury Fair Mall, 7 Backus Ave., dusk (Rain date is July 3.) Ridgef…

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What's That Noise? Easton Police Remind Residents Of Saturday Fireworks What's That Noise? Easton Police Remind Residents Of Saturday Fireworks
What's That Noise? Easton Police Remind Residents Of Saturday Fireworks EASTON, Conn. — Summer is fireworks season, and a display is set for Saturday night at the Aspetuck Country Club in Easton.  Easton police are reminding residents, especially in the area of Wells Hill Road and Redding Road, of the extra noise in the area.  The fireworks display is set for Saturday, June 24, at 9:30 p.m. The show will last about 30 minutes.  Police asked residents to share this information "with everyone so they are prepared for the extra noise in the area." 

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Put Westport's Pop-Up Arts Fair On Your Radar This Weekend Put Westport's Pop-Up Arts Fair On Your Radar This Weekend
Put Westport's Pop-Up Arts Fair On Your Radar This Weekend WESTPORT, Conn. -- Like supporting local art and looking for something to do this weekend?  Check out the "pop-up" Contemporary Arts Fair at Bedford Square in downtown Westport where you'll find a host of artwork from seven area art galleries as well as Fairfield County artists. The event, sponsored by The Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County (CAFC) in collaboration with the Silvermine Arts Center,  runs through Sunday. 

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by Jeanne Muchnick
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'Voice' Winner Sawyer Fredericks To Perform At Monroe's Wolfe Park 'Voice' Winner Sawyer Fredericks To Perform At Monroe's Wolfe Park
'Voice' Winner Sawyer Fredericks To Perform At Monroe's Wolfe Park MONROE, Conn. --  Sawyer Fredericks, a singer/songwriter who won the eighth season of "The Voice" in 2015 (Pharrell Williams was his coach) will perform Friday, June 23, at Monroe’s Wolfe Park. The event begins at 7:30 p.m. and is part of The Arts in the Park concert series, a program of the Monroe Parks and Recreation Department.  Fredericks, 18, is originally from Newtown. According to Wikipedia, since his win, he's set series iTunes sales records with his original songs. He also holds honors, along with fellow "Voice" contestant Danielle Bradbery, as the youngest to w…

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by Jeanne Muchnick
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Meet A 'Chopped' Chef At Farm-To-Table Event In Sherman Meet A 'Chopped' Chef At Farm-To-Table Event In Sherman
Meet A 'Chopped' Chef At Farm-To-Table Event In Sherman SHERMAN, Conn. --  A "Chopped" champion and other superstar chefs from across North America will be in town, literally down on the farm, for a collaborative tasting dinner.  "Chefs’ Night Out on the Farm," set for 5 p.m. Saturday, July 1 in Sherman, is an exclusive dining event featuring six top chefs from Austin, Toronto, NYC and the Hudson Valley (including repeat winner of the popular Food Channel cooking competition show "Chopped."). Guests will be treated to a six-course tasting menu done in an open kitchen setting. Chefs include: Rich Parente, from Cloc…

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by Jeanne Muchnick
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2 Tons Of Fun: Monroe Church Dishes Up Its Annual Strawberry Festival 2 Tons Of Fun: Monroe Church Dishes Up Its Annual Strawberry Festival
2 Tons Of Fun: Monroe Church Dishes Up Its Annual Strawberry Festival MONROE, Conn. — Monroe will welcome summer with the 46th edition of its annual Strawberry Festival on the Monroe Green this weekend. The old-fashioned festival run by the Monroe Congregational Church will dish up over 2 tons of tasty treats featuring the fresh fruit. The modern Strawberry Festival follows a tradition started in the late 1800s.  What's your favorite way to enjoy strawberries? Some of the choices include freshly picked strawberries served in a tasty shortcake, whole berry pies, smoothies and chocolate-dipped creations, along with the award-winning strawberry jams.  There are …

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It's A Homecoming As Deep Banana Blackout Hits The Stage In Fairfield It's A Homecoming As Deep Banana Blackout Hits The Stage In Fairfield
It's A Homecoming As Deep Banana Blackout Hits The Stage In Fairfield FAIRFIELD, Conn. — Deep Banana Blackout, one of Connecticut’s favorite funk bands, will have a homecoming of sorts June 16, when it takes the stage at Fairfield Theatre Company’s The Warehouse. The group, which features a full horn section and a soulful groove, has played several sold-out shows at FTC’s smaller Stage One, but this will be their debut at the much-larger Warehouse. The show will feature a special tribute to Allman Brothers Band leader Gregg Allman, who died recently. “The passing of Gregg Allman hit home for all of us,” said guitarist/vocalist James “Fuzz” San Giovanni. “We …

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Try A 'Taste' Of Yoga At The Trumbull Farmers Market Try A 'Taste' Of Yoga At The Trumbull Farmers Market
Try A 'Taste' Of Yoga At The Trumbull Farmers Market TRUMBULL, Conn. -- Some down dog with your veggies?Sage Yoga is offering a one-hour yoga class every Thursday from June 15 to July 6 in conjunction with the Trumbull Farmers Market. The 4 p.m. class is suitable for beginners and beyond and will be held indoors. The price is $16 per class. Save 10 percent when you purchase all four classes.  Classes will be held at Starkweather House (right alongside the farmer's market) 1773 Huntington. Registration is required and students are asked to bring their own yoga mat. Go HERE for details

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Westport Spa Celebrates One Year In Biz With Giveaways, Discounts Westport Spa Celebrates One Year In Biz With Giveaways, Discounts
Westport Spa Celebrates One Year In Biz With Giveaways, Discounts WESTPORT, Conn. -- New Beauty & Wellness, a state-of-the-art luxury spa, is celebrating its first anniversary on Thursday, June 15, with discounts, giveaways, complimentary consultations, demonstrations and signature smoothies. The special event goes from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and includes  15 percent off all day spa services (massage, facial or body treatment) booked for that day. Giveaways of treatments and products, including a Restorative Journey, Signature Facial, one area of BOTOX, and one SculpSure treatment, as well as a Naturopathica Body and Tea Basket, a line of Environ products…

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Time To Explore: Open House Day Offers Deals, Fun In Fairfield Time To Explore: Open House Day Offers Deals, Fun In Fairfield
Time To Explore: Open House Day Offers Deals, Fun In Fairfield FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. — As part of a daylong statewide celebration of all things Connecticut, more than 200 attractions across the Nutmeg State will throw open their doors for free or discounted visits on Saturday.  The event — Connecticut Open House Day — is a great way to discover something new in Connecticut or to rediscover an old favorite.  Here is a town-by-town list of Fairfield County attractions that are participating, (Click on the name for its website):  Bethel  Bethel Historical Society: Free admission noon until 5 p.m., with a presentation by Bethel’s town historian. Brid…

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by Karen Tensa