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Sundays in the Planetarium at The Stamford Museum & Nature
Center
August 23, 2006 - December 31, 2008
Location: Stamford Museum & Nature Center, 39 Scofieldtown Road,
Stamford, CT
Phone: (203) 322-1646
Admission: Adults $3; Children (5 & older) $2; Members Free. Children
younger than 5 are not admitted.
Event Time: 3 pm; 2nd Sundays each month
http://www.stamfordmuseum.org
Join us 2nd Sundays in the Planetarium at the Stamford Museum &
Nature Center! Planetarium Shows begin promptly at 3 pm. Please note:
children younger than 5 are not admitted.
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Harbor Seal Feedings
September 9, 2006 (No End Date)
Location: Maritime Aquarium, 10 North Water St., Norwalk
Phone: (203) 853-0070
Admission: $10.50Adult/$9.50Senior/$8.50Children
Event Time: 11:45AM; 1:45PM & 3:45PM
http://www.maritimeaquarium.org
The Aquarium's seals are fed daily at 11:45AM, 1:45PM & 3:45PM.
Find out all about these seasonal visitors to Long Island Sound.
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Toy Boat Workshop
September 9, 2006 - December 31, 2011
Location: Maritime Aquarium, 10 North Water St., Norwalk
Phone: (203) 853-0700
Admission: $5 per Child/Plus Admission to Aquarium $10.50Adult/$8.50
Child/$9.50 Senior
Event Time: 11AM-4PM
http://www.maritimeaquarium.org
Drop in to the Martime Aquarium's Boat Shop every Saturday and Sunday
between 11AM and 4PM for a fun 20-minute Toy Boat Workshop. Build
and decorate a toy sail boat and take home this special souvenir of
your visit.
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Philip Johnson Glass House Tours
April 30, 2007 - April 30, 2010
Location: Philip Johnson Glass House Visitors Center, 199 Elm St.
(across from the New Canaan Railroad Station), New Canaan (
Phone: ((866) 811-4111
Admission: $25 Tour; $500 Opening Gala
Event Time: Pls CalL for Info (866) 811-4111
http://www.philipjohnsonglasshouse.org
This famous modern home designed by renowned architect Philip Johnson
and nested off Ponus Ridge in New Canaan is opening as a museum under
the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Johnson bequeathed the
45-acre property to the national trust in 1986 and lived in the Glass
House until he died two years ago.
For tickets to tour Philip Johnson's Glass House, visit www.philipjohnsonglasshouse.org
or call (866) 811-4111.
For tickets to the Grand Opening Gala Picnic on June 23 or to book
the Glass House, e-mail Meri Erickson at Meri_Erickson@nthp.org.
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Beginner’s Nature Program – An Early Childhood Program
September 10, 2007 - May 25, 2008
Location: 144 Oenoke Ridge
Phone: (203) 966-9577
Admission: Call For Pricing
Event Time: 9:00- noon or 12:30-3:30pm
The Beginner’s Nature Program is a unique preschool that integrates environmental education into a unique, nature-based curriculum. We believe children learn best through play and active learning, allowing each child to develop at his or her own pace. Registration is currently open for the Fall 07 / Winter 08 session. Ages 3 – 5. Visit www.NewCanaanNature.org or call (203)966-9577 for more information.
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Beginner’s Nature Program – An Early Childhood Program
October 31, 2007 - May 25, 2008
Location: 144 Oenoke Ridge
Phone: (203) 966-9577
Admission: Call For Pricing
Event Time: 9:00 am to noon
http://www.NewCanaanNature.org
Ages 3-5. The Beginner’s Nature Program is a unique preschool
that integrates environmental education into a unique, nature-based
curriculum. We believe children learn best through play and active
learning, allowing each child to develop at his or her own pace. Registration
is currently open for the Fall 07 / Spring 08 session. Visit www.NewCanaanNature.org
or call (203)966-9577 for more information.Addtional time period is
12:30-3:30pm
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Healthyville, The exhibit for kids about the human body
December 2, 2007 - December 11, 2009
Location: Stepping Stones Museum for Children, Mathews Park, 303 West
Avenue, Norwalk, CT
Phone: (203) 899-0606
Admission: $9 per person
Event Time: Open Wednesday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Tuesdays
from 1 to 5 p.m.
http://www.steppingstonesmuseum.org
Take a trip to Healthyville,
a major new exhibit at
Stepping Stones Museum for
Children about the human
body. Beginning in December,
children will be able to
step up their knowledge of
nutrition, fitness, hygiene
and safety as they explore
familiar settings like the
home, park, market & cafe.
They’ll enjoy role-playing
doctors and dentists, mastering ten different computer games; driving
an ambulance and riding a bike with a human skeleton, among other
fun activities. On opening day, December 2, an interactive children’s
health expo will take place throughout the museum. The 1500 square
foot exhibit is free with museum admission and will remain at Stepping
Stones for approximately five years.
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Nurturing Nature Winter / Spring Session Begins
January 22, 2008 - May 23, 2008
Location: 144 Oenoke Ridge
Phone: (203) 966-9577
Admission: Call For Pricing
Event Time: Call For Times
http://www.NewCanaanNature.org
Explore the seasons at the Nature Center along with your toddler.
Nurturing Nature, one of the Nature Center's most popular programs,
is designed to introduce two and three-year-old children to the delights
of nature. Our early childhood instructor creates an unhurried atmosphere
for parents and children to share stories, art experiences, visits
with live animals and seasonal trail walks. Parents and children should
dress for messy play as well as for the weather. All children must
be two by the first day of class and must be accompanied by an adult.
14-week sessions (Choose one of the following offerings)
Mondays: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Tuesdays: 9:15 - 10:15 a.m.
Wednesdays or Fridays: 9:15 - 10:15 or 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Ages: 2 & 3 year olds
Cost: $300.00 members / $340.00 non-members for 14-week sessions
Please call (203) 966-9577 to register by January 20. Program can
be entered at any time for a pro-rated amount if space is available.
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Enchanted Museum: Exploring the Science of Art
February 1, 2008 - May 17, 2008
Location: 4450 Park Avenue
Phone: (203) 372-3521
Admission: $8.50 adults; $7 seniors, students and children over 5
Event Time: Museum hours are Tu-Sat 10 am - 5 pm; Sun 12 am - 5 pm;
open Monday 2/18
Discovery Museum and Planetarium
A 24 stations interactive exhibit where visitors will have a chance
to explore the connections between art, science, math and ancient
history in three main areas: a Painting Gallery, a Sculpture Garden
and a Rainbow Maze.
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Artist-Liz Squillace
March 1, 2008 - April 30, 2008
Location: Burrough & Saden 3rd Floor Gallery, Bridgeport Public
Library 925 Broad Street
Phone: (203) 576-7413
Admission: Free
Event Time: During Regular Library Hours
Liz Squillace will display a variety of silkscreen images that are
rooted in the Pop Art culture. Many of her pieces have a Bridgeport
connection. Ms. Squillace’s work will be on display throughout
the months of March and April.
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Sight & Sound
March 16, 2008 - April 17, 2008
Location: Silvermine GUild Arts Center, 1037 Silvermine Rd
Phone: 2039669700ext.20
Admission: no charge
Event Time: Tues. thru Sat. 11am to 5pm; Sun 1pm to 5pm
http://www.silvermineart.org
Juried Guild Group Show: Sight & Sound
Music and visual art have an intimate, varied and mutually enhancing
relationship. Sight and Sound will explore that relationship, honoring
and celebrating Silvermine's long standing association with both music
and art.
Faith Ringgold whose artistic career spans more than 35 years in which
time she has received numerous honors and has exhibited throughout
the world will be the Juror for this show. Faith is best known for
her painted story quilts which combine painting with quilting, weaving
a tapestry of storytelling, social issues and visual music.
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Rainbow Garden
March 28, 2008 - June 13, 2008
Location: 144 Oenoke Ridge
Phone: (203) 966-9577
Admission: Members: $170.00 / Non-Members: $180.00
Event Time: 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm
http://www.NewCanaanNature.org
Ten Fridays. Come join us, make friends and learn how to grow and
eat locally! We will tend our own garden plots, start seeds in the
greenhouse, create herbal products from the garden such as soaps,
jams and vinegars and visit a local organic farm. Learn how edible
mushrooms are cultivated, how bees make honey and have a garden market
to sell your produce and crafts.No classes on April 11 or May 23.
Please call (203) 966-9577 to register by March 26.
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Spinning Tops!
April 1, 2008 - April 6, 2008
Location: Stepping Stones Museum for Children
Phone: 203.899.0606
Admission: $9 general museum admission, *Events are free with admission
unless otherwise noted
Event Time: All Day!
The top is one of the oldest toys that have been found in archeological sites. Make your own and see how long it can spin. Free with museum admission. Visit steppingstonesmuseum.org for more information.
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Painting the Painted Dogs
April 2, 2008 - April 23, 2008
Location: 144 Oenoke Ridge
Phone: 9149394023,
Admission: Free
Event Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
http://alison@nichollswildlifeart.com
Wildlife artist Alison Nicholls recently spent 6 weeks at the Painted
Dog Conservation project (PDC) in Zimbabwe, searching for and sketching
highly endangered African Wild Dogs (known as Painted Dogs in Zimbabwe).
Alison's exhibit combines original watercolors, field sketches and
photographs to show the dogs, other wildlife species and various aspects
of the conservation project. Please contact Alison at alison@nichollswildlifeart.com
or visit www.NichollsWildlifeArt.com for further details.
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Creative Kids Poetry
April 4, 2008
Location: Stepping Stones Museum for Children
Phone: 203.899.0606
Admission: $9 general museum admission, *Events are free with admission
unless otherwise noted
Event Time: 2:30pm
Let nature and spring be your inspiration! Celebrate National Poetry Month by writing your own Haiku and illustrating your own poem. Free with museum admission. Visit steppingstonesmuseum.org for more information.
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Junior League of Eastern Fairfield County Art Show
April 4, 2008 - April 6, 2008
Location: Burr Homestead, 739 Old Post Rd., Fairfield
Phone: (203) 259-9995
Admission: $7 Adults/$5 Seniors/Free for Children under 12; Children's
Art Activities $5 per Child All Ages
Event Time: 10AM-5PM
http://www.jlefc.org
The Junior League of Eastern Fairfield County sponsors the 16th Annual
Art Show at the Burr Homestead on April 4, 5 & 6th. The show features
original works by more than 100 local and regional artists for the
public to view and purchase. Works include paintings, drawings, mixed
media, prints and photography. Children's art activities take place
Sunday from 1-4PM. Art Show Tickets are available at the door and
valid for re-entry throughout the weekend are $7.00 Adults and $5
for seniors, children under 12 are free. Tickets for the children's
art activities are not included in the Art Show ticket price. For
a full list of this year's participating artists and for additional
event information, please visit www.jlefc.org or call
(203) 259-9995.
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Monthly Collectible Book Sale
April 4, 2008 - April 6, 2008
Location: 96 East Broad Street. NWC Atlantic/Bedford and Broad
Phone: (203) 351-8278
Admission: Free
Event Time: Friday 9-6, Saturday 9-5 and Sunday 1-5
http://www.friendsoffergusonlibrary.org
We hold a once-a-month collectible book sale in the Ferguson Library
lobby. These are items too old, too fragile or too unusual for our
two all-year used Book Shops. Prices range generally from 50 cents
to $5.00 but some are considerably more. All at considerable discount
from retail. See featured collections at our website during the week
before the sale. Expect 1500-2500 items per sale in a relaxed atmosphere.
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NYBG: Drawing I
April 4, 2008 - May 9, 2008
Location: 144 Oenoke Ridge
Phone: (800) 322-6924
Admission: Members: $385.00 / Non-Members: $415.00.
Event Time: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
http://www.NewCanaanNature.org
6 Fridays, April 4 - May 9,
Drawing I is the foundation course of the Botanical Art and Illustration
Certificate Program. This course is unique because it teaches the
specific requirements for drawing accurately. Learn the industry standards
of form, measuring, foreshortening, and perspective. Beginners and
experienced students benefit from this class.
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Environmentally Safe Lawn Care
April 5, 2008
Location: 144 oenoke Ridge Rd
Phone: (203) 966-9577
Admission: $78 non-members, $70 members
Event Time: 10:00 am to 3:30 pm
http://www.NewCanaanNature.org
Learn how to build and maintain a healthy lawn in an eco-conscious
way that is safe for your family and the environment. Students look
at the best methods to accomplish this; both starting fresh from the
soil up, and maintenance techniques to wean a lawn off chemical dependence.
Visit www.NewCanaanNature.org or call (203) 966-9577 for more information.
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LifeWorks Rocks & Rolls with Eddie Money
April 5, 2008
Location: Palace Theatre, 307 Atlantic Street
Phone: (203) 388-0100
Admission: $75
Event Time: 8:00p.m.
http://www.stlukeslifeworks.org
A concert to benefit St. Luke's LifeWorks; Where People Learn a Living.
We help individuals and families who are affected by homelessness,
HIV/AIDS, and mental illness, learn to make their lives work better.
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Nurturing Your Family Tree
April 5, 2008
Location: 144 Oenoke Ridge
Phone: (203) 966-9577
Admission: Free
Event Time: 9:30 am to Noon
Join us for a free, hands-on workshop that will demonstrate methods to restore the form and health of medium and large sized trees in your landscape. Learn proper pruning and soil restoration techniques in the restoration of the Nature Center's apple orchard. Program is suitable for families with children ages 7 and up. Guests are encouraged to bring your own tools and refreshments will be served. Please call (203) 966-9577 to register by April 1.
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Silvermine Guild Arts Center School of Art Tag Sale Fundraiser
April 5, 2008
Location: Silvermine Guild Arts Center Auditorium, 1037 Silvermine
Rd.
Phone: 2039666668ext.2
Admission: no charge
Event Time: 10am- 5pm
Art Materials & Equipment Tag Sale
An assortment of great treasures can be found at this tag sale, including
stretcher bars, paints (oil, acrylics, watercolors and pastels), a
wide variety of frames, cameras, enlargers, ceramic supplies, painting
and drawing materials, photography, printmaking, jewelry and sculpture
supplies and equipment, and of course art books. All at unbelievable
prices! All proceeds from the sale will benefit the Silvermine School
of Art Scholarship Fund.
Donations of art related items are also being accepted by the School
of Art. Any used or unused art materials, equipment and art books
can be dropped off at the Silvermine Guild Arts Center Auditorium
on Thursday, April 3rd and Friday, April 4th from 11am to 5pm.
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Voodoo, Villages, Festivals: Ghana, Benin and Togo
April 5, 2008 - June 7, 2008
Location: 2838 Fairfield Ave.
Phone: (203) 367-7917
Admission: FREE
Event Time: 4:00 - 7:00 PM
www.blackrockartcenter.org
The Black Rock Art Center welcomes Barbara Paul of Westport, CT and
her photography exhibit entitled “Voodoo, Villages, Festivals:
Ghana, Benin and Togo”. These three countries in West Africa
have a wide variety of religious and tribal customs, making this photographic
exhibit of approximately 130 pieces an important educational tool
for the community.
The exhibit opening is Saturday, April 5, 2008 from 4:00 – 7:00 pm.
The West Africa exhibit will be on display April 5 through June 7, 2008 at the Black Rock Art Center, 2838 Fairfield Ave. Bridgeport. Gallery hours are 1:00 – 5:00 pm Mon – Fri, and upon request.
Black Rock Art Center is located at 2838 Fairfield Ave. Bridgeport, with free parking behind the building on Brewster St. For more information, please call 203-367-7917 or visit www.blackrockartcenter.org.
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Broadway SongBook - The Songs of Johnny Mercer
April 6, 2008
Location: Westport Arts Center, 51 Riverside Ave., Westport
Phone: (203) 222-7070
Admission: $35
Event Time: 4PM
http://www.westportartscenter.org
In the tradition of the 92nd Street Y's famous "Lyrics and Lyricists,"
we are proud to present these programs featuring the music of some
of the Broadway's finest composers. We've put together a powerhouse
creative team, headed by Mx Wilk and Susan Terry, who will invite
fine musicians and singers to bring to life the great tunes and music
of the American Songbook.
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Basic Centerpieces and Arrangements
April 8, 2008 - April 29, 2008
Location: 144 Oenoke Ridge Road
Phone: (203) 966-9577
Admission: $370 non-members, $340 members
Event Time: 10:00 am to 2:30 pm
http://www.NewCanaanNature.org
4 Tuesdays. Creating even the simplest floral arrangements requires
an understanding of the elements and principles of design and harmony,
in addition to the conditioning of flowers and actual construction
techniques. You can master these basics through this series of lectures,
demonstrations, workshops, and personal critiques. Visit www.NewCanaanNature.org
or call (203) 966-9577 for more information.
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NEWFS: Understanding and Growing Lady-Slipper Orchids
April 8, 2008
Location: 144 Oenoke Ridge
Phone: (800) 322-6924
Admission: Members: $75.00 / Non-Members: $85.00
Event Time: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
http://www.NewCanaanNature.org
There are few wildflowers as beloved and mysterious as the Lady-slippers.
Join renowned plantsman Bill Cullina to discuss their amazing biology.
Each participant will have the opportunity to take home your choice
of a mature large yellow or showy lady-slipper as well as a lab grown
Kentucky lady-slipper seedling to nurture into bloom.
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NYBG: Soil Science for Gardeners
April 8, 2008 - April 29, 2008
Location: 144 Oenoke Ridge
Phone: (800) 322-6924
Admission: Members: $252.00 / Non-Members: $280.00
Event Time: 6:15 pm to 9:15 pm
http://www.NewCanaanNature.org
4 Tuesdays. Understand how the nature of soil affects the overall
productivity of plants. Theory is kept to a minimum and practical
applications are stressed. Topics include soil formation, physical
properties of soil, soil-water relationships, and management techniques
such as irrigation, drainage, and fertilization. Basic soil sampling,
pH, and nutrient testing are introduced.
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NYBG: Colored Pencil I: Techniques
April 9, 2008 - April 30, 2008
Location: 144 Oenoke Ridge
Phone: (800) 322-6924
Admission: Members: $318.00 / Non-Members: $348.00.
Event Time: 10:00 am to 1:45 pm
http://www.NewCanaanNature.org
4 Wednesdays.The focus of this course is on color application and
color theory. Learn how to master a variety of techniques including
impressed line, sgraffito, burnishing, and tonal construction, as
well as how to layer colors to achieve different hues and color densities.
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Spring Classes Open House
April 9, 2008
Location: Stepping Stones Museum for Children
Phone: 203.899.0606
Admission: $9 general museum admission, *Events are free with admission
unless otherwise noted
Event Time: 11:30 – 1:00
Experience and learn more about our Early Childhood Classes. Visit steppingstonesmuseum.org for more information.
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Introduction to Landscape Design
April 10, 2008 - April 24, 2008
Location: 144 Oenoke Ridge Rd
Phone: (203) 966-9577
Admission: $140 non-members, $126 members
Event Time: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
http://www.newcanaannature.org
3 Thursdays The course introduces terminology, concepts, and basic
design principles relating to the shaping of landscape space. Compositional
ideas, abstract and concrete, are explored and expressed through lectures
and simple two-dimensional exercises. This course is recommended for
students with little or no background in design. Visit www.NewCanaanNature.org
or call (203) 966-9577 for more information.
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Earth Day Sunset Campfire
April 11, 2008
Location: 144 Oenoke Ridge
Phone: (203) 966-9577
Admission: Members: $8.00 / Non-members: $11.00. All participants
over 3 require tickets, including adults.
Event Time: 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
http://www.NewCanaanNature.org
Celebrate Earth Day by joining us for our annual sunset campfire.
We'll decorate "campfire cupcakes" to take home then head
out to the woods for seasonal stories and S'mores around the campfire.
Recommended for ages 6 and up. Please call (203) 966-9577 to register
by April 9. Rain date is Saturday April 12, 2008.
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Family Fun Night with Curious George
April 11, 2008 - April 12, 2008
Location: Stepping Stones Museum for Children
Phone: 203.899.0606
Admission: Members $10/person. Non-members $12/person.
Event Time: 6 – 8:30 pm
Hear a story and take photos with the mischievous monkey. Evening
includes pizza and hands-on activities. Members $10/person. Non-members
$12/person.
Children under one get in free. Call 203 899 0606, ext. 247 for reservations
or visit steppingstonesmuseum.org.
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New Riders of the Purple Sage
April 11, 2008
Location: 70 Sanford Street
Phone: (203) 259-1036
Admission: $32 General Admission | $22 FTC Members
Event Time: Doors Open at 6:30pm | Early Show @ 7pm | Late Show @
10pm
Fairfield Theatre Company
Country rockers spawned by the Grateful Dead, these guys started playing
in early seventies. 40 years later the New Riders line up includes
Guitarist David Nelson and pedal steel wizard Buddy Cage, along with
Michael Falzarano (guitar, mandolin and vocals), Johnny Markowski
(drums and vocals) and Ronnie Penque (bass and vocals).
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New Riders of the Purple Sage [Two Shows]
April 11, 2008 - April 12, 2008
Location: Fairfield Theatre Company/StageOne 70 Sanford Street
Phone: (203) 259-1036
Admission: $32 General Admission | $22 FTC Members
Event Time: Doors Open at 6:30pm, 1st Show @ 7pm, 2nd Show @ 9:30pm
Fairfield Theatre Company
Country rockers spawned by the Grateful Dead, these guys started playing
in early seventies. 40 years later the New Riders line up includes
Guitarist David Nelson and pedal steel wizard Buddy Cage, along with
Michael Falzarano (guitar, mandolin and vocals), Johnny Markowski
(drums and vocals) and Ronnie Penque (bass and vocals).
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Melissa Mulligan's Women of Song Concert
April 12, 2008
Location: 70 Sanford Street
Phone: (203) 259-1036
Admission: $23 General Admission | $18 FTC Members
Event Time: Doors Open at 6:30pm, Show @ 7pm
Fairfield Theatre Company
Melissa Mulligan's 4th Annual Women of Song concert is a night of
original music performed by some of today's most dynamic and talented
singer/songwriters. Proceeds go to The Center for Women and Families
of Eastern Fairfield County. This year's event features The Melissa
Mulligan Band, Fuzz and Carrie from Rolla, Liz Mcnicholl, Bonnie Lee
Panda, Ellen Lalicata, Ellen Sackman and Suzanne Vick.
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Special Storytime with Curious George
April 12, 2008
Location: Stepping Stones Museum for Children
Phone: 203.899.0606
Admission: $9 general museum admission, *Events are free with admission
unless otherwise noted
Event Time: 11:30 and 3:00
Free with museum admission. Visit steppingstonesmuseum.org for more information.
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Spring Classes Open House
April 12, 2008
Location: Stepping Stones Museum for Children
Phone: 203.899.0606
Admission: $9 general museum admission, *Events are free with admission
unless otherwise noted
Event Time: 12:30-2:00
Experience and learn more about our Early Childhood Classes. Visit steppingstonesmuseum.org for more information.
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Student Gallery Opening - "Positive Results: Camera Obscura Self-Portraits"
April 12, 2008 - June 7, 2008
Location: 2838 Fairfield Ave.
Phone: (203) 367-7917
Admission: FREE
Event Time: 4:00 - 7:00 PM
www.blackrockartcenter.org
Black Rock Art Center's brand new Stairwell Student Gallery will open
with the exhibit “Positive Results: Camera Obscura Self-Portraits”.
This is an exhibit of self-portraits by students from St. Ann's School
and Black Rock School in Bridgeport.
The opening reception will take place April 12 from 4-7 pm at the Art Center, and will be open to family, friends and the general public, free of charge.
Thomas Mezzanotte, a Connecticut Commission of the Arts Master Teaching Artist, led the children through a workshop about the science and history of camera obscura, helped them build their own pinhole cameras out of shoeboxes, and assisted them in taking and developing self-portraits.
The camera obscura workshop and exhibition at Black Rock Art Center are possible thanks to the Creative Collaboration Grant awarded by the Connecticut Council on Culture and Tourism.
The Positive Results exhibit will be open April 12 through June 7, Mon – Fri 1-5 pm, or by appointment.
Black Rock Art Center is located at 2838 Fairfield Ave. Bridgeport, with free parking behind the building on Brewster St. For more information, please call 203-367-7917 or visit www.blackrockartcenter.org.
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Young & Gifted
April 12, 2008 - April 13, 2008
Location: 61 Atlantic Street
Phone: (203) 325-1407
Admission: $22 - $65, Young Adults (to age 35) only $19, Kids Come
Free on Sundays
Event Time: 8 pm & 3 pm
http://www.stamfordsymphony.org
Stamford Symphony conducted by Eckart Preu
with guitarist Jason Vieaux
Program:
SAINT-GEORGES Symphony No.2
RODRIGO Concierto de Aranjuez with Jason Vieaux, guitar
MENDELSSOHN Symphony No.4 “Italian”
Saturday, April 12, 2008 @ 8 pm
Sunday, April 13, 2008 @ 3 pm
Maestro Preu will share secrets and stories behind the music on stage
one hour before each concert.
MusiKids, an interactive education experience for children ages 6
– 12, takes place onstage after the Sunday concert.
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School Vacation Week
April 14, 2008 - April 18, 2008
Location: Stepping Stones Museum for Children
Phone: 203.899.0606
Admission: $9 general museum admission, *Events are free with admission
unless otherwise noted
Event Time: 10 am – 5 pm
The museum will be open from 10 am – 5 pm each day. We will have special vacation week programs and activities. Time and dates vary – visit steppingstonesmuseum.org for more information.
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Volunteer Orientation
April 16, 2008
Location: 98 South Main Street
Phone: (203) 658-9651
Admission: free
Event Time: 5:30pm to 6:45pm
AmeriCares Free Clinics
Please join us for an hour long volunteer orientation that will give
you a brief overview of all of the AmeriCares programs and in depth
discussion of AmeriCares Free Clinics. Orientation will be held at
the clinic site and will cover the clinic scope of service, the application
process, and the duties and responsibilities of each volunteer role.
There will be time reserved for small group discussion to review specific
details for medical and non-medical roles. All volunteers whether
active, inactive, pending, or curious are welcome to attend. Feel
free to invite a friend. If you are interested in attending or have
questions, please call Deb Howard, Director of Volunteer Services
and Community Outreach, at (203) 658-9651 or dhoward@americares.org.
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Teddy Bear Care and Repair with Greenwich Hospital
April 17, 2008
Location: Stepping Stones Museum for Children
Phone: 203.899.0606
Admission: $9 general museum admission, *Events are free with admission
unless otherwise noted
Event Time: 10:00 - noon
Bring your favorite stuffed animal for a special checkup and learn a wide variety of healthy habits for the whole family. Free with museum admission. Visit steppingstonesmuseum.org for more information.
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Celebrate Earth Day
April 19, 2008
Location: Stepping Stones Museum for Children
Phone: 203.899.0606
Admission: $9 general museum admission, *Events are free with admission
unless otherwise noted
Event Time: All Day!
Join Stepping Stones as we celebrate Earth Day with special activities both inside and outside the museum throughout the day. Free with museum admission. Visit steppingstonesmuseum.org for more information.
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Special performance - Constant Wonder Concert
April 19, 2008
Location: Stepping Stones Museum for Children
Phone: 203.899.0606
Admission: $9 general museum admission, *Events are free with admission
unless otherwise noted
Event Time: 1:30pm
The concert will feature original songs that inspire children to respect nature and all the world’s wonders. Free with museum admission. Visit steppingstonesmuseum.org for more information.
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Fairfield County Open Garden Days
April 20, 2008
Location: Garden Conservancy, Cold Spring,NY
Phone: (845) 265-5384
Admission: Pls Contact for Info
Event Time: April 20, May 18, June 8, July 19 & Sept. 20. Pls
Contact for Specific Times
http://www.gardenconservancy.org
Tour pristine private gardens in Fairfield County on April 20, May
18, June 8, July 19 and Sept. 20.
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Jerry Douglas Band
April 20, 2008
Location: 70 Sanford Street
Phone: (203) 259-1036
Admission: $47 General Admission | $37 FTC Members
Event Time: Doors Open at 7pm, Show @ 7:30pm
Fairfield Theatre Company
The New York Times calls Jerry Douglas "a contemporary master"
of the dobro (acoustic guitar). And he's got a trophy case that includes
12 Grammy Awards, 10 ACM Awards and 2 Americana Music Association
Awards - as well as a featured player at Eric Clapton's 2007 Crossroads
Guitar Festival.
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Greenwich Daffodil Show
April 23, 2008 - April 24, 2008
Location: Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich, 4 Horseneck Lane, Greenwich
Phone: (203) 661-5592
Admission: No Entrance Fee
Event Time: Ps Contact for Info
http://www.daffodilusa.org
This is the American Daffodil Society's dazzling Annual Show. Please
visit website for full details www.daffodilusa.org.
Wheelchair friendly.
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Mark Hummel's Blues Harmonica Blowout
April 24, 2008
Location: 70 Sanford Street
Phone: (203) 259-1036
Admission: $47 General Admission | $37 FTC Members
Event Time: Doors Open at 7pm, Show @ 7:30pm
Fairfield Theatre Company
After two years, harp legend Mark Hummel returns to StageOne with
his swinging brand of blues. Incorporating jazz and swing into a blues
format, Hummel has developed a style that continuously lists him in
the top five of the world's best living harp players.
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Durang 4.1
April 25, 2008 - May 10, 2008
Location: DAC Weatherstone Studio, 2 Renshaw Road
Phone: (203) 655-5414
Admission: $20 Adults, $15 seniors/students
Event Time: Fridays & Saturdays at 8pm, Sundays at 2pm
http://arts.darien.org
The Darien Players present 4 one-act comedies by Christopher Durang.
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"Crafts at the Farm" Spring Festival
April 26, 2008 - April 27, 2008
Location: Plasko's Farm, 670 Daniels Farm Rd.
Phone: (203) 261-2414
Admission: free
Event Time: 10am - 4pm (Sat.) 11am - 5pm (Sun.)
http://www.ctcraftshows.com
Event will take place at popular Plasko's Farm just a few minutes
from the Rte. 25
Connector and I-95.
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2008 YWCA of Darien/Norwalk Spring Fling
April 26, 2008
Location: Country Club of Darien; 300 Mansfield Avenue
Phone: (203) 655-2535
Admission: $150/person
Event Time: 7:00 pm
YWCA of Darien/Norwalk
The YWCA of Darien/Norwalk will be holding their Annual Spring Benefit
on April 26, 2008, at the Country Club of Darien. This year's theme
is "Champagne Ball" and it is a Black Tie event. This year,
guests will enjoy cocktails and hors d'oeuvres to a Jazz Trio during
the champagne reception. Dinner and Dancing to the Butch Taylor Band
will follow. After dinner, guests will be able to enjoy an after dinner
drink at our Cognac Bar and a fabulous dessert Patisserie will be
provided by The SoNo Bakery and Café. As always, the highlights
of the evening are the live and silent auctions. This year's items
include an 18K White Gold Diamond Eternity Bangle Bracelet from LaGravinese
Jewelers in Darien valued at $4K, a 10 day stay at a beautiful seaside
home in Brittany, France, a round of golf at the Country Club of Darien,
the chance to be a "Fighter Pilot for a Day", a portrait
session with Susan Morrow Photography, Yankees/Red Sox Tickets and
more!! All proceeds help support and expand the YWCA’s many
community programs, including: Better Beginnings - a pre- and post-natal
educational program for low-income women. Funbusters - organized activities
for special needs youth and adults. New Directions - a job training
and coaching program for widowed and divorced women, as well as victims
of domestic violence. For more information, please call the YWCA at
203-655-2535.
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The Christopher Robin Band
April 26, 2008
Location: 70 Sanford Street
Phone: (203) 259-1036
Admission: $22 General Admission | $17 FTC Members
Event Time: Doors Open at 7pm, Show @ 7:30pm
Fairfield Theatre Company
At a tender 19 years of age, front man for the Allman Brothers Band,
Gregg Allman, said "Christopher...some day you'll be one of the
great musicians so don't ever stop playing..." Heeding his advice
Christopher Robin and his band have been touring across the country
for the last decade and a half stirring up crowds along the way. The
Christopher Robin Band is infamous for putting on an unforgettable
live show, leaving audiences always wanting more, so make sure you
come down and get your fill!