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What To Expect & Where To Watch The Eclipse Across Fairfield County What To Expect & Where To Watch The Eclipse Across Fairfield County
What To Expect & Where To Watch The Eclipse Across Fairfield County FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. — The whole nation is catching eclipse fever — and Fairfield County is no exception.  The Nutmeg State will not experience a total solar eclipse on Monday — it will be about 68 percent. To safely view the partial eclipse here, you must use protective eyewear throughout the event.   The weather is expected to cooperate: the forecast calls for clear and sunny skies, with temps in the mid-80s.  The solar eclipse in Connecticut will start at about 1:25 p.m., when a small sliver of the sun will be blocked by the moon.  By 2:45 p.m. about two-thirds of the sun will be co…

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Travel Back In Time To Norwalk's Past With New WWI Tour Travel Back In Time To Norwalk's Past With New WWI Tour
Travel Back In Time To Norwalk's Past With New WWI Tour NORWALK, Conn. -- History buffs, take note  -- and then buy your tickets. “Over Here: Norwalk in WW I,” a new tour by the Norwalk Preservation Trust, will explore the social, artistic and architectural heritage from that tumultuous time on Sunday, Sept. 17. The tour will visit the homes, monuments and memorials that tell the story of Norwalk during the Great War and its participation in the expansive industrialization that fueled America’s growth as a world power. Participants will visit homes of that era and take a trip back in time at the recently restored Wall Street Theater (opened 191…

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Kids Can Experience The Eclipse At Norwalk's Stepping Stones Museum Kids Can Experience The Eclipse At Norwalk's Stepping Stones Museum
Kids Can Experience The Eclipse At Norwalk's Stepping Stones Museum NORWALK, Conn. — Looking for a spot for the youngsters to check out the solar eclipse on Monday, Aug. 21? The Stepping Stones Museum for Children in Norwalk will be hosting activities Monday planned with the children of all ages in mind.  The museum's once-in-a-lifetime "Great American Eclipse" experience will be from 1 to 5 p.m. Amateur astronomers can see what happens when the sun disappears behind the moon.  Visitors can witness the solar eclipse as it is captured streaming live from the sky in Connecticut and around the continental United States at the Stepping Stones state-of…

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Zip The Eclipse: Treetop View At The Adventure Park In Bridgeport Zip The Eclipse: Treetop View At The Adventure Park In Bridgeport
Zip The Eclipse: Treetop View At The Adventure Park In Bridgeport BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — You can tell your grandchildren, “I saw the Solar Eclipse from the treetops back in 2017.”  The Adventure Park at The Discovery Museum, the outdoor zip line and climbing venue at 4450 Park Ave. in Bridgeport, is offering a free pair of eclipse glasses (while supplies last) to ticketed guests to view the historic phenomenon while at the Park on Monday, Aug. 21. Seeing the eclipse from up in the trees in The Adventure Park is a unique way to witness a unique event. (Guests may use glasses while on tree platforms or from the ground but not while actively climbing or zip lin…

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Places To Join The Fun To Watch The Solar Eclipse In Fairfield County Places To Join The Fun To Watch The Solar Eclipse In Fairfield County
Places To Join The Fun To Watch The Solar Eclipse In Fairfield County FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- Got eclipse fever but not sure where to go for the best view? The first visible total solar eclipse in over 25 years takes place Monday. Aug. 21 starting at 1:44 p.m. It peaks around 2:45 and ends at 4 p.m. The moon will cover about 75 percent of the sun in Fairfield County, but you'll still get to experience this rare celestial event. Just head to the following locales -- and keep your fingers crossed for clear skies. Remember, too, to pack your eclipse glasses. Stepping Stones Museum for Children, Norwalk: All are invited to witness the solar eclipse as it's c…

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Williams-Sonoma Fights Childhood Hunger At Grateful Music Fest In Danbury Williams-Sonoma Fights Childhood Hunger At Grateful Music Fest In Danbury
Williams-Sonoma Fights Childhood Hunger At Grateful Music Fest In Danbury Updated, Friday: DANBURY, Conn. -- The Forever Grateful Festival at Ives Concert Park has been postponed Friday due to weather. It has been moved to Sunday, Aug. 20 from 1 to 6 p.m. The Saturday portion of the festival is not affected and will go on as planned Original story: DANBURY, Conn. -- William-Sonoma's store in the Danbury Fair Mall is kicking off its fifth annual campaign to support No Kid Hungry this Friday during the Forever Grateful Festival at Ives Concert Park. During the festival between 6 and 10 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 18, Williams-Sonoma will be selling pizza by the slice and…

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Community Vigil For Charlottesville Set For Wednesday In Stamford Community Vigil For Charlottesville Set For Wednesday In Stamford
Community Vigil For Charlottesville Set For Wednesday In Stamford STAMFORD, Conn. -- The Jewish Community Relations Council of the United Jewish Federation of Greater Stamford, New Canaan and Darien is convening a community vigil to stand against the hatred and violence demonstrated in Charlottesville, Va.  The rally is set for 12:15 p.m. Wednesday, Aug.16, at the Stamford Government Center at 888 Washington Blvd. The vigil will be held in partnership with the Interfaith Council of Southwestern Connecticut. The groups released a statement saying "the messages of anti-Semitism, racism, and xenophobia combined with violence strike at our community as …

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Local Food Trucks, Vendors Come Together For Danbury's First-Ever Taco Fest Local Food Trucks, Vendors Come Together For Danbury's First-Ever Taco Fest
Local Food Trucks, Vendors Come Together For Danbury's First-Ever Taco Fest DANBURY, Conn. -- The date is getting closer. The Connecticut Taco Festival, sponsored by Bacardi, will take place Saturday, Aug. 26 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Danbury Ice Arena and will feature a variety of taco selections from restaurants and food trucks, alcoholic beverages, Lucha Libre Wrestling featuring Rey Mysterio and Jerry Lawler, taco-eating contests, live music and performances, kid’s activities and vendors.  Participating restaurants and food trucks include Agave Mexican Restaurant (Danbury), El Coyote (Monroe, Brookfield and New Milford), Hacienda don Manuel (Brookfield), Puerto…

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Artisans, Puppet Parade Will Fill The Streets For New SoNo Arts Festival Artisans, Puppet Parade Will Fill The Streets For New SoNo Arts Festival
Artisans, Puppet Parade Will Fill The Streets For New SoNo Arts Festival NORWALK Conn. – The streets of historic South Norwalk will be filled with the sound of music, culinary delights as well as artwork by more than 125 artisans this weekend for the SoNo Arts Festival. “The SoNo Arts Festival, returning with a fresh style and renewed energy, will offer something for everyone – from children to seniors," said Arts Festival organizer Sue Brown Gordon. "We anticipate a record turnout as people ... interact directly with and purchase items from the highly skilled artists and craftspeople from all over the country.”  The event will run 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. ra…

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Music Man: Danbury Celebrates Legacy Of Charles Ives With Concert Series Music Man: Danbury Celebrates Legacy Of Charles Ives With Concert Series
Music Man: Danbury Celebrates Legacy Of Charles Ives With Concert Series DANBURY, Conn. – The Danbury Music Centre will honor the legacy of Danbury’s hometown composers as it launches the "Charles Ives Concert Series" next week.  Throughout the week starting Sunday, Aug. 6, the centre will host performances of the music of Ives and other contemporary American composers in the greater Danbury area. The music will transcend the traditional boundaries of classical music to incorporate pop music and other contemporary styles.  The artists featured on the Ives Concert Series are some of America’s most award-winning young performers, all of whom are graduate…

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Hello Foodies: Greenwich Wine + Food Fest Announces All-Star Chef Line-Up Hello Foodies: Greenwich Wine + Food Fest Announces All-Star Chef Line-Up
Hello Foodies: Greenwich Wine + Food Fest Announces All-Star Chef Line-Up GREENWICH, Conn. – Famed Chef Mario Batali, a partner in Tarry Lodge in Westport and Port Chester, N.Y., is just one of a host of esteemed cooks who will be at the 2017 Greenwich Wine + Food Festival. The event, presented by Serendipity magazine, will be held Friday, Sept. 22 and Saturday, Sept. 23 with tickets on sale now. Batali will be appearing during Saturday's festivities at Sherman Baldwin Park conducting a cooking demo, a book signing, and meeting attendees. He will also be at a VIP event on Friday. Also showcasing Saturday: The platinum-selling rock band Train (“Play That Song,” “…

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Creative Casting Puts New Spin On 'Pippin' At Kweskin Theatre In Stamford Creative Casting Puts New Spin On 'Pippin' At Kweskin Theatre In Stamford
Creative Casting Puts New Spin On 'Pippin' At Kweskin Theatre In Stamford STAMFORD, Conn. — "Pippin" has been thrilling audiences since 1972, when it won five Tony Award, with its unforgettable score by Connecticut resident Stephen Schwartz. And now the classic musical will return to Connecticut, with performances at The Kweskin Theatre in Stamford from Aug. 2 through Aug. 12.  "Pippin" tells the story of a young prince on a death-defying journey to find meaning in his existence.  In the Stamford production, a troupe of dancers tells the story in this stylized musical of Pippin’s quest for true happiness. "Pippin" explores the glori…

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