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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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by Meredith Guinness
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Try A 'Taste' Of Yoga At The Trumbull Farmers Market Try A 'Taste' Of Yoga At The Trumbull Farmers Market
Try A 'Taste' Of Yoga At The Trumbull Farmers Market TRUMBULL, Conn. -- Some down dog with your veggies?Sage Yoga is offering a one-hour yoga class every Thursday from June 15 to July 6 in conjunction with the Trumbull Farmers Market. The 4 p.m. class is suitable for beginners and beyond and will be held indoors. The price is $16 per class. Save 10 percent when you purchase all four classes.  Classes will be held at Starkweather House (right alongside the farmer's market) 1773 Huntington. Registration is required and students are asked to bring their own yoga mat. Go HERE for details

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by Jeanne Muchnick
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Westport Spa Celebrates One Year In Biz With Giveaways, Discounts Westport Spa Celebrates One Year In Biz With Giveaways, Discounts
Westport Spa Celebrates One Year In Biz With Giveaways, Discounts WESTPORT, Conn. -- New Beauty & Wellness, a state-of-the-art luxury spa, is celebrating its first anniversary on Thursday, June 15, with discounts, giveaways, complimentary consultations, demonstrations and signature smoothies. The special event goes from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and includes  15 percent off all day spa services (massage, facial or body treatment) booked for that day. Giveaways of treatments and products, including a Restorative Journey, Signature Facial, one area of BOTOX, and one SculpSure treatment, as well as a Naturopathica Body and Tea Basket, a line of Environ products…

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Time To Explore: Open House Day Offers Deals, Fun In Westport Time To Explore: Open House Day Offers Deals, Fun In Westport
Time To Explore: Open House Day Offers Deals, Fun In Westport 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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by Karen Tensa
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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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by Jeanne Muchnick
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Shop, Save & Support: Westport Woman's Club Holds Sale At Curio Cottage Shop, Save & Support: Westport Woman's Club Holds Sale At Curio Cottage
Shop, Save & Support: Westport Woman's Club Holds Sale At Curio Cottage WESTPORT, Conn. -- Support a local charity and get a deal in the process.Curio Cottage at the Westport Woman's Club is having a sale starting today through Saturday, June 10. All profits support area charities and everything is half-price, including glassware, jewelry, vases, artwork, collectibles and more.Curio Cottage is at 44 Imperial Ave., (203) 227-4240; details on sale at www.westportwomansclub.org.

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by Jeanne Muchnick
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Local Actors Bring 'The 39 Steps' To Life At Westport Community Theatre Local Actors Bring 'The 39 Steps' To Life At Westport Community Theatre
Local Actors Bring 'The 39 Steps' To Life At Westport Community Theatre WESTPORT, Conn. –Westport actors Samantha Pattinson, Richard Holmes and Bill Johnston are cast in the latest production from the Westport Community Theatre, "The 39 Steps." The comedy by John Buchan, is directed by Donna McLaughlin Wyant and takes the stage with performances from June 9 through 25. In "The 39 Steps," a man with a boring life meets a woman with a thick accent who says she’s a spy. When he takes her home, she is murdered. Soon, the mysterious organization The 39 Steps, is hot on the man’s trail in a nationwide manhunt that climaxes in a death-defying final…

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by Casey Donahue
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Westport Farmers Market Teams With Eileen Fisher For Pop-Up Event Saturday Westport Farmers Market Teams With Eileen Fisher For Pop-Up Event Saturday
Westport Farmers Market Teams With Eileen Fisher For Pop-Up Event Saturday WESTPORT, Conn. -- The best of food and fashion will be on display thanks to a partnership between Eileen Fisher and The Westport Farmers’ Market. The  Pop-Up event, on Saturday, June 3, will be held at the Eileen Fisher store at 160 Main St. in Westport from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Expect a host of farmers market vendors such as Sport Hill Farm; Jane’s Good Food; Huckleberry Artisan Pastries and the Stapes High School Culinary Program.  A portion of the proceeds from the sale of Eileen Fisher items will go to support the farmers market.  The Eileen Fisher brand is known for its commitment to soc…

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by Jeanne Muchnick
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Westport Cancels Memorial Day Parade; Indoor Ceremony To Go On Westport Cancels Memorial Day Parade; Indoor Ceremony To Go On
Westport Cancels Memorial Day Parade; Indoor Ceremony To Go On WESTPORT, Conn. — The outdoor portion of the Memorial Day parade in Westport is canceled due to the rainy weather on Monday, the town announced.  The Memorial Day ceremonies will take place at 10 a.m. inside the Town Hall Auditorium. Families are invited to the ceremony. This is the second year in a row that the parade is a washout due to the rain.

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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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Fairfield County Memorial Day Celebrations Pay Tribute To Those Who Served Fairfield County Memorial Day Celebrations Pay Tribute To Those Who Served
Fairfield County Memorial Day Celebrations Pay Tribute To Those Who Served FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- While it's nice to have a three-day weekend and enjoy some time outside, the true purpose of Memorial Day is to come together as a community and pay tribute to those who have given their lives in service of their country. Several Fairfield County towns will be honoring those who died members of the armed services who made the ultimate sacrifices with memorial ceremonies and parades on Sunday and Monday. The following is a roundup of parades and dedications taking place around the county: Brookfield: The parade will begin at 2 p.m. on Sunday, May 29, and finish at…

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by Casey Donahue
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Flock Of Flamingos Comes Home To Roost This Summer At Maritime Aquarium Flock Of Flamingos Comes Home To Roost This Summer At Maritime Aquarium
Flock Of Flamingos Comes Home To Roost This Summer At Maritime Aquarium NORWALK, Conn. – Birds of a feather flock together. And in the case of flamingos, the features are pink and the flock is called a stand, colony, regiment or a flamboyance. And you can see the leggy pink birds up close and personal and learn more about them this summer at the Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk. A small flamboyance of flamingos will be standing – often, on one leg – in the aviary on the aquarium’s riverfront courtyard from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. That’s May 27-Sept. 4. The exhibit is free with admission. “For family fun this summer, The Maritime Aquarium has more b…

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