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Where To Watch: Fireworks Displays Will Sizzle In Ridgefield — Twice Where To Watch: Fireworks Displays Will Sizzle In Ridgefield — Twice
Where To Watch: Fireworks Displays Will Sizzle In Ridgefield — Twice 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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Looking For Fireworks? Find A Display Near Ridgefield Looking For Fireworks? Find A Display Near Ridgefield
Looking For Fireworks? Find A Display Near Ridgefield 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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'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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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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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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Time To Explore: Open House Day Offers Deals, Fun In Ridgefield Time To Explore: Open House Day Offers Deals, Fun In Ridgefield
Time To Explore: Open House Day Offers Deals, Fun In Ridgefield 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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Is Your Fav Chef On The List? Greenwich Food Fest Highlights Local Talent Is Your Fav Chef On The List? Greenwich Food Fest Highlights Local Talent
Is Your Fav Chef On The List? Greenwich Food Fest Highlights Local Talent GREENWICH, Conn. -- Talk about a stellar class of 2017.  The Greenwich Wine + Food Festival has just released its "Most Innovative Chef" list for this year. Members include: Carlos Baez of The Spread in South Norwalk Lisa and Steve Maronian of Sweet Lisa’s Exquisite Cakes in Cos Cob Mike Pietrafaso of Ada’s Kitchen + Coffee in Riverside Brad Spence of Amis Trattoria in Westport Ian Vest of Back 40 Kitchen in Greenwich Marc Weber of On the Marc Catering in Stamford Also, Food Network’s Alex Guarnaschelli is confirmed to return, joining celebrity chefs Scott Conant and Adam Richman…

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'Wild Things:' Ridgefield Library Celebrates Maurice Sendak's Birthday 'Wild Things:' Ridgefield Library Celebrates Maurice Sendak's Birthday
'Wild Things:' Ridgefield Library Celebrates Maurice Sendak's Birthday RIDGEFIELD, Conn. — In honor of beloved children's author and Ridgefield resident, Ridgefield Library will host Maurice Sendak Birthday Celebration for families with children ages 3 to 8 on Saturday, June 10. Sendak was the author of the famous children's book "Where The Wild Things Are" as well as "In the Night Kitchen" and "Outside Over There." He was 83 when from complications of a stroke in Danbury. Activities will include stories, food and crafts from 10:30 a.m. to noon.  No registration is required for the event. 

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Ridgefield Cancels Memorial Day Parade Due To Rain Ridgefield Cancels Memorial Day Parade Due To Rain
Ridgefield Cancels Memorial Day Parade Due To Rain RIDGEFIELD, Conn. — For the second year in a row, Ridgefield has canceled its Memorial Day Parade due to a rainy forecast, according to the Ridgefield Press.  An indoor Memorial Day celebration will go on as planned at Jesse Lee Memorial United Methodist Church at 11:30 a.m. Monday, May 29.  There will be speeches from the grand marshal and honorary grand marshal as well as from First Selectman Rudy Marconi is also expected to give remarks during the ceremony, the Press said. Click here for the story at the Ridgefield Press website.

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Check Times, Locations Of Memorial Day Events Across Fairfield County Check Times, Locations Of Memorial Day Events Across Fairfield County
Check Times, Locations Of Memorial Day Events Across Fairfield County Update: Parades have been canceled in Danbury, Fairfield, Norwalk, Ridgefield, Trumbull and Westport. Some indoor events will continue as planned. Continue to check for updates due to the rainy forecast.  FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- Stepping off in a Memorial Day Parade and cheering from the sidelines are great traditions in many Fairfield County towns. But this year, a rainy forecast threatens to put a damper on Monday's events.   Here is a list of events scheduled for Monday across the region. Check the forecast and Daily Voice for any cancellations.  Greenwich: The Sound Beach Volunteer…

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