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Listen, Learn, Volunteer — A Night To Take Action Will Be Held In Ridgefield Listen, Learn, Volunteer — A Night To Take Action Will Be Held In Ridgefield
Listen, Learn, Volunteer — A Night To Take Action Will Be Held In Ridgefield First it was New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen. Then Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. And, finally, Kennedy v. Bremerton School District. These three US Supreme Court decisions, among others, handed down this past June cheered many while galvanizing many others into angry action. Count Glori Norwitt and Jessica Mancini among the latter. The two Ridgefield women have been friends since their children met in preschool some 15 years ago. Mancini is a former member of the Ridgefield Board of Finance and Norwitt is an employment attorney, chair of Ridgefield's E…

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by Vira Mamchur Schwartz
Obituaries
Actor Charles Grodin, Who Dies At 86, Was Longtime Wilton Resident Actor Charles Grodin, Who Dies At 86, Was Longtime Wilton Resident
Actor Charles Grodin, Who Dies At 86, Was Longtime Wilton Resident Actor Charles Gordon, a longtime Connecticut resident, died at the age of 86. Grodin, who lived in Fairfield County, in Wilton, died from bone marrow cancer on Tuesday, May 18, his family announced. Grodin had numerous stage credits before he was cast in “Catch-22” in 1970 by director Mike Nichols. He then went on to star in “Heartbreak Kid,” in “Heaven Can Wait” with Warren Beatty, and with Robert De Niro in “Midnight Run.” “Chuck was as good a person as he was an actor," De Niro said in a statement issued through his publicist. " 'Midnight Run' was a great project to work on, and Chuck …

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by Zak Failla
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Jeff Tambor Offers Free Student Showcase On Stage At Ridgefield Playhouse Jeff Tambor Offers Free Student Showcase On Stage At Ridgefield Playhouse
Jeff Tambor Offers Free Student Showcase On Stage At Ridgefield Playhouse Renowned Northern Westchester actor and arts teacher Jeffrey Tambor will hold a free student showcase on stage at the Ridgefield Playhouse. The final class of Tambor’s creative workshop, titled, “Performing Your Life- The Art of the Personal Monologue,” will be held at the Ridgefield Playhouse on Friday, Nov. 22 at 7:30 p.m. This free showcase will feature monologues from students who have worked with Tambor over the six-week course to develop their creative process. Tambor, of Cross River, who co-owns Skylight Bookstore in Los Angeles, authored the popular memoir, “Are You Anybody?” and ho…

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by Valerie Musson
Lifestyle
Brookfield's CULTEC Brings NHL's Fleury to Ridgefield Playhouse VWMFF Fundraiser Brookfield's CULTEC Brings NHL's Fleury to Ridgefield Playhouse VWMFF Fundraiser
Brookfield's Cultec Brings NHL's Fleury to Ridgefield Playhouse Vwmff Fundraiser Former NHL All-Star Theo Fleury enthralled visitors as the headlining motivational speaker to help raise money for medical research of an extremely rare brain disease during a recent visit to the Ridgefield Playhouse on Rare Disease Day. Fleury spoke about his struggles with addiction and mental health associated with physical abuse at the hands of a former youth hockey coach in Canada. Fleury went on to win a Stanley Cup with the Calgary Flames and became a gold medalist in the Winter Olympics. He played part of his career with the New York Rangers.  Fleury spoke of how he overcame his ob…

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by Daily Voice
Sports
Free Tickets For Students: Ex-NHL Star Tells Of Recovery From Addiction At Ridgefield Playhouse Free Tickets For Students: Ex-NHL Star Tells Of Recovery From Addiction At Ridgefield Playhouse
Free Tickets For Students: Ex-nhl Star Tells Of Recovery From Addiction At Ridgefield Playhouse Need some inspiration? Come to Ridgefield Playhouse (80 East Ridge Road) to see former NHL star, Stanley Cup Winner and Olympic Gold Medalist Theo Fleury recount his one-of-a-kind story of overcoming addiction, abuse and trauma. "Theo Fleury: A Real Conversation," sponsored by Coltec with support from Ridgefield Prevention Council, is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 28 at 7 p.m. Special guests and New York Rangers Tom Laidlaw and Colton Orr are also scheduled to appear. The show will be hosted by CBS News Senior National Correspondent, Jim Axelrod, and will feature an audience Q&A and fan m…

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by Valerie Musson
Lifestyle
Conversationalist, Comedian Dick Cavett Now Calls 1912 Mansion Sunset Hall In Ridgefield Home Conversationalist, Comedian Dick Cavett Now Calls 1912 Mansion Sunset Hall In Ridgefield Home
Conversationalist, Comedian Dick Cavett Now Calls 1912 Mansion Sunset Hall In Ridgefield Home Comedian and conversationalist Dick Cavett has added the 1912 mansion residence on Old West Mountain Road known as Sunset Hall to his estate, the Richard A. Cavett Trust and the Martha Rogers Trust. Sunset Hall features 10 luxurious bedrooms, an elegant marble-floor ballroom, a guest house, a heated pool, tennis courts and much more. The seven-acre property had a final selling price of more than $3.3 million. Sunset Hall has a rich history: not only was Harry Houdini once a regular visitor, but Robert Vaughn lived on the property for many years as well. Cavett put his Montauk retreat, Tic…

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by Valerie Musson
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Dana Carvey & Sons Will Be Cracking Jokes At Ridgefield Playhouse Dana Carvey & Sons Will Be Cracking Jokes At Ridgefield Playhouse
Dana Carvey & Sons Will Be Cracking Jokes At Ridgefield Playhouse Master impressionist and comedian Dana Carvey is responsible for adding many catch phrases to the vernacular of popular culture: “Isn’t that special," “Ve just want to pump…you up,"  and “Schwing” through his iconic "Saturday Night Live" characters: The Church Lady, Hans and Garth of Wayne’s World, are just a sampling of his classic TV and movie lines. Carvey's hilarious impressions of political figures and celebrities are legendary, but have you caught his stand-up act?  Dana Carvey returns to The Ridgefield Playhouse stage with The “Humans Are Fantastic” Tour at 8 p.m…

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by Jon Craig
Lifestyle
Lou Again: 'Mr. Grant,' Ed Asner Will Return To Ridgefield Playhouse Lou Again: 'Mr. Grant,' Ed Asner Will Return To Ridgefield Playhouse
Lou Again: 'Mr. Grant,' Ed Asner Will Return To Ridgefield Playhouse Ed Asner, best remembered for his role as Lou Grant on the the long-running television hit series, "T'he Mary Tyler Moore Show," is returning to The Ridgefield Playhouse. Asner stars in "A Man and His Prostate," a compelling comedy stage-play and true life experience of hilarious magnitude, written by Emmy Award-winner Ed Weinberger.  Asner, who has never shaken the curmudgeon personality that won everyone over as the TV news manager executes this role so well that it is only when you read the fine print that you realize that "A Man And His Prostate" is not Asn…

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by Jon Craig
Lifestyle
Legendary Don McLean Will Perform At Ridgefield Playhouse Legendary Don McLean Will Perform At Ridgefield Playhouse
Legendary Don McLean Will Perform At Ridgefield Playhouse Can music save your mortal soul? Did you lose your childhood crush to someone dancing in the gym?  Bad news on the doorstep?  Not for fans of American Pie legend Don McLean, who is returning to the area for a concert at The Ridgefield Playhouse this month. McLean, now 72, is one of America’s most enduring singer-songwriters -- forever associated with his classic hits “American Pie” and “Vincent (Starry, Starry Night).”  Since first hitting the charts in 1971, McLean has amassed more than 40 gold and platinum records worldwide and in 2004 was inducted into the Songwriters’ Hall of Fame.  …

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by Jon Craig
Lifestyle
B-52s Will Be Flying High In Ridgefield B-52s Will Be Flying High In Ridgefield
B-52s Will Be Flying High In Ridgefield Everybody will be movin’ and groovin’ next month when The B-52s return to The Ridgefield Playhouse. From their timeless gems “Rock Lobster,” “Planet Claire” and “Private Idaho” to the more recent classics of “Channel Z,” “Love Shack” and “Roam” the legendary band will play only Connecticut show this summer on Tuesday, June 5. The 8 p.m. concert is part of the Pepsi Rock Series powered by Xfinity with support from Adam Broderick Salon & Spa. Tickets are selling for $130 apiece and can be purchased at the box office, by calling 203-438-5795 or clicking here online at www.ridgefieldplayho…

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by Jon Craig
Lifestyle
Adam Ant Will Perform At Ridgefield Playhouse Adam Ant Will Perform At Ridgefield Playhouse
Adam Ant Will Perform At Ridgefield Playhouse New wave and glam-punk icon, Adam Ant, best known for hits “Goody Two Shoes,” “Desperate But Not Serious,” “Stand and Deliver,” “Strip,” “Ant Music” will bring The Anthems tour to The Ridgefield Playhouse on Sunday, July 22  Their 8 p.m. show is part of the Pepsi Rock Series powered by Xfinity!  Ant will play his classic chart-topping singles as well as rare singles, B sides and personal favorites.  Ant came to fame in the late 1970s as the leader of seminal rock outfit Adam and the Ants. The group’s exotic aesthetic, exhilarating music and wonderful flamboyant music videos made them one o…

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by Jon Craig
Lifestyle
Rock Legend Night Ranger Will Play In Ridgefield Rock Legend Night Ranger Will Play In Ridgefield
Rock Legend Night Ranger Will Play In Ridgefield Night Ranger rocks into its 35th Anniversary with an April 25 performance at the Ridgefield Playhouse. Best known for instantly recognizable hit singles and signature album tracks, including “Sister Christian,” “Don’t Tell Me You Love Me,” “When You Close Your Eyes,” and "Rock In America," Night Ranger has earned widespread acclaim and multi-platinum and gold album status. The Ridgefield Playhouse who on Wednesday, April 25 begins at 8 p.m. and is part of the Pepsi Rock Series powered by Xfinity.  Visit Tigers’ Den Sports Bar and Grill at 23 Catoonah St. in Ridgefield for dinner …

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by Jon Craig
Lifestyle
Almost Cut My Hair? CSN Legend David Crosby Will Play In Ridgefield Almost Cut My Hair? CSN Legend David Crosby Will Play In Ridgefield
Almost Cut My Hair? CSN Legend David Crosby Will Play In Ridgefield David Crosby, a two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and co-founder of the Byrds and Crosby, Stills & Nash, is returning to Ridgefield.  On this tour, he will be performing music from his latest album -- Sky Trails -- alongside some of his best-loved songs and greatest hits.  Crosby graces the stage at The Ridgefield Playhouse on Tuesday, June 12 at 7:30 p.m., part of the Pepsi Rock Series powered by Xfinity.  For tickets, which cost $126 apiece, call or visit the box office, 203-438-5795 or go online at ridgefieldplayhouse.org. The Ridgefield Playhouse is a non-profit performing arts…

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by Jon Craig
Neighbors
Ridgefield Rabbi Saddened By Latest Anti-Semitic Graffiti Found In Town Ridgefield Rabbi Saddened By Latest Anti-Semitic Graffiti Found In Town
Ridgefield Rabbi Saddened By Latest Anti-Semitic Graffiti Found In Town RIDGEFIELD, Conn. -- Rabbi David L. Reiner of Congregation Shir Shalom of Westchester and Fairfield Counties said he was saddened by recent discoveries of anti-Semitic graffiti on two locations in Ridgefield. Ridgefield Police received reports on Sunday and Tuesday that swastikas had been found drawn on the Aldrich Museum and the Masonic Lodge in Ridgefield. The drawings appeared to have been drawn by the same person and were removed, but are part of a pattern of anti-Semitic drawings that have cropped up in town over recent months. Related story: Swastikas discovered at two locations in Ri…

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by Casey Donahue