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Christmas Tree Sale At Calf Pasture Beach Benefits Norwalk Charities Christmas Tree Sale At Calf Pasture Beach Benefits Norwalk Charities
Christmas Tree Sale At Calf Pasture Beach Benefits Norwalk Charities NORWALK, Conn. -- Pick up your Christmas trees and wreaths and celebrate the season while benefiting several Norwalk organizations at Ripka's Giving Tree at Calf Pasture Beach in Norwalk. Ripka's Giving Tree is hosted by Ripka's Beach Café in conjunction with the East Norwalk Business Association, the Courage to Speak Foundation, Toys for Tots and the Parent Teacher Associations of Nathan Hale Middle School and Marvin Elementary. It will be held at Calf Pasture Beach on Saturday, Dec. 2 from noon to 6 p.m.  The event is designed to benefit local charities and schools, with 100 percent of ne…

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Monroe Native Joins NBC Connecticut As Evening Anchorman Monroe Native Joins NBC Connecticut As Evening Anchorman
Monroe Native Joins NBC Connecticut As Evening Anchorman MONROE, Conn. — Monroe residents may notice a familiar face reading the news on NBC Connecticut.  Mike Hydeck, the newest anchorman on NBC 30, is now on the 5 p.m. and 11 p.m. weekday newscasts, working alongside co-anchor Keisha Grant. Hydeck attended Masuk High School in Monroe and the University of Connecticut.  This is also a return for him in the Hartford television news market. Hydeck, who returned to his home state from a stint as a morning anchor at WUSA in Washington, D.C., previously was a morning anchor at WFSB in Hartford.  Hydeck's career highlights include covering two presi…

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Mayor's Ball To Benefit Norwalk Community Health Center And The Marvin Mayor's Ball To Benefit Norwalk Community Health Center And The Marvin
Mayor's Ball To Benefit Norwalk Community Health Center And The Marvin NORWALK, Conn. -- Proceeds from the 2018 Mayor's Ball in Norwalk will go to the Norwalk Community Health Center and Under One Roof/The Marvin, Mayor Harry Rilling announced. The Norwalk Community Health Center has been delivering quality, innovative care that enriches the lives of community members for more than 17 years, regardless of their ability to pay. As a federally qualified health center, the Community Health facility relies on patient fees, grants and contributions to serve the residents.  The Community Health Center has added affordable pediatric and adult dental health to their …

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Cellist Jacqueline du Pre’ To Be Focus Of Y’s Women Meeting In Westport Cellist Jacqueline du Pre’ To Be Focus Of Y’s Women Meeting In Westport
Cellist Jacqueline du Pre’ To Be Focus Of Y’s Women Meeting In Westport WESTPORT, Conn. -- Noted cellist Jacqueline du Pre’ will be the focus of a presentation by Bob Fatherly at the Y’s Women meeting on Monday, Nov. 27 in Westport.  The event will be held at Temple Israel on Coleytown Road and will begin at 10:15 a.m. with coffee and conversation followed by the program at 11 a.m. The presentation will consist of a film about du Pre’, who during her prime was recognized as one of the world’s leading cellists and a role model for many young musicians. Her playing was characterized by an unusual mixture of elegance and ferocity … her technique virtually flawless…

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Darien Nature Center Hosts Inaugural Book Fair Darien Nature Center Hosts Inaugural Book Fair
Darien Nature Center Hosts Inaugural Book Fair DARIEN Conn. – The Darien Nature Center is collaborating with Usborne Books & More to host a two-day book fair following the Thanksgiving weekend, just in time for your holiday shopping needs. All books displayed will have a connection to animals, nature, science and exploration. Reading levels range from infant to young adult. A percentage of proceeds will be donated back to the Nature Center. Independent consultant Emma Jordan will lead the sale and says all purchases will be delivered to the Nature Center by Dec. 21 for pickup. “I can’t wait to help families support their children’s …

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South Norwalk Community Conversation To Be Held Monday South Norwalk Community Conversation To Be Held Monday
South Norwalk Community Conversation To Be Held Monday NORWALK, Conn. -- The next monthly SoNo Community Conversation Partnership for Change meeting will be held Monday, Nov. 27. Residents, business owners, organizations, non-profits and congregations in the South Norwalk community are invited to come work together, in collaboration with the Norwalk Police Department, to ensure that all neighbors enjoy a positive quality of life.  The meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. at 149 Water St. in Norwalk. For more information contact Sgt. Thomas Fern at TFern@norwalkct.org or (203) 854-3004, or Rebecca Prosper at RProsper@norwalkct.org or (203) 854-3116…

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Ring In The Holidays At Norwalk American Legion Tree Lighting On Sunday Ring In The Holidays At Norwalk American Legion Tree Lighting On Sunday
Ring In The Holidays At Norwalk American Legion Tree Lighting On Sunday NORWALK, Conn. -- The Frank C. Godfrey American Legion Post 12 in Norwalk will host its annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony and Holiday Vendor Fair on Sunday. The tree lighting will be held at 5 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 26 at the American Legion Post 12, located at 60 County St. in Norwalk. Santa will arrive on a fire truck to the event, which will also feature live holiday music and reading by local carolers, and refreshments. Before the tree lighting, stop by the Holiday Vendor Fair, featuring more than 30 crafters and hundreds of one-of-a-kind handmade items to choose from. The fair will…

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Balloons Were Low, But Spirits Were High At Stamford's Thanksgiving Parade Balloons Were Low, But Spirits Were High At Stamford's Thanksgiving Parade
Balloons Were Low, But Spirits Were High At Stamford's Thanksgiving Parade STAMFORD, Conn. — Do you love a parade? Check out the all the fun and festivities that took place Sunday at the annual Stamford Downtown Parade Spectacular. The giant balloons looked like they were hunting for loose change on Atlantic Street, but spirits were high and performers were game at the blustery Stamford Downtown Parade Spectacular on Sunday. With winds gusting to more than 30 miles per hour, parade organizers delayed the big show for a half-hour, allowing an impromptu dance party in the street in front of the reviewing stand. By 12:30 p.m., the Downtown Special Services District …

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by Meredith Guinness
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Norwalk Church Welcomes One And All For Annual Thanksgiving Lunch Norwalk Church Welcomes One And All For Annual Thanksgiving Lunch
Norwalk Church Welcomes One And All For Annual Thanksgiving Lunch NORWALK, Conn. — More than 350 people enjoyed turkey, trimmings and a healthy dose of fellowship at the 18th annual Community Thanksgiving Luncheon at Cornerstone Community Church. "On Sunday, hundreds of residents came out and enjoyed a delicious Thanksgiving meal prepared by the community for the community,” said state Sen. Bob Duff. “It was an honor to serve and be a part of such a great group of volunteers.” Liz Ward and Amy Silvester coordinated the event, which also included drum circle for kids, music and karaoke. Participating organizations included Person-to-Person, the Child…

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First County Bank, Palmer's Market Donate Turkeys To Food Bank First County Bank, Palmer's Market Donate Turkeys To Food Bank
First County Bank, Palmer's Market Donate Turkeys To Food Bank STAMFORD, Conn. -- First County Bank teamed up with Palmer’s Market to donate 100 turkeys, a $1,500 donation, to the Food Bank of Lower Fairfield County.  Weighing in at over 1,200 pounds, these turkeys will be provided to local nonprofit organizations that feed the hungry in Darien, Greenwich, New Canaan, Norwalk, Stamford, and Wilton. First County Bank is collecting food donations for The Food Bank of Lower Fairfield County at all Branches through the end of the year.  Click here for branch locations.

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Westport Community Theatre Stages 'The Diary Of Anne Frank' Westport Community Theatre Stages 'The Diary Of Anne Frank'
Westport Community Theatre Stages 'The Diary Of Anne Frank' WESTPORT, Conn. – Westport Community Theatre is producing a newer adaptation of "The Diary of Anne Frank" originally written by Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett and newly adapted by Wendy Kesselman. The compelling and thought-provoking production opens Thanksgiving weekend, providing timely entertainment for families during the holiday season. Performances take place from Nov. 24 through Dec. 10 on Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and at 2 p.m. on Sundays, with a Thursday performance on Nov. 30 at 8 p.m. Anthony Gray is Stage Manager for the production, which is directed by Richa…

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Person-To-Person Distributes Turkeys With All The Fixings In Norwalk Person-To-Person Distributes Turkeys With All The Fixings In Norwalk
Person-To-Person Distributes Turkeys With All The Fixings In Norwalk NORWALK, Conn. — Person-To-Person in Norwalk had a few extra helpers Wednesday as volunteers handed out turkeys and bags stuffed with all the sides to families in need. Residents were thrilled to meet newly re-elected Mayor Harry Rilling, state Sen. Bob Duff and U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy as they picked up their turkey, stuffing and all the fixings at the Person-To-Person headquarters on South Main Street.  "Stopped by @p2phelps in Norwalk to thank volunteers and help distribute turkeys to families in need this Thanksgiving. Their team does amazing work to help people in Fairfield County,&q…

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