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It snowed after the groundhog declared an early spring, so we aren't going out on a limb here. Instead, we offer plenty of March activities to help you and yours enjoy where you live just a little bit more — no matter the weather. |
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| | The three-day festival starts tonight at MoCA Westport with a kick-off concert. Featuring three talented, solo guitarists and the Quarantined Quartet family, this is sure to be an enjoyable way to kick off the month. |
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| | | | Ridgefield Playhouse presents Patti LuPone, A Life in Notes. Come enjoy one of Broadway's greatest stars celebrating her "personal musical memoir". Whether she's singing as Eva Perón or Mama Rose, you'll recognize the tunes! |
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| | Take a stroll through Earthplace and learn how to identify maple trees. Help tap one and learn how to make syrup from the sap. Then taste some maple goodness around the campfire. |
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| | | | Starring in this short documentary is the Westport/Weston YMCA — or more correctly its caring community developed within an AquaFit class. A powerful look at the far reaching benefits or kindness and caring. Westport Library, 6:30pm |
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| | Popular Westport RECing crew & Camp Compo registration begins today. Registration for other town's parks & recs programming is open too: Easton (3/1), Weston (3/4), Fairfield (2/22), Wilton (1/31), Norwalk (3/1). |
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| | | | Hiding away in the MET? Not fictional siblings, but a real-life museum guard tells of his ten years spent amongst All the Beauty in the World. Hear author, Patrick Bringley at the Wilton Library this evening (7pm) |
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| | This one will be easy to bring to your friends' house! Fairfield Library invites those in 3rd-5th grade to apply their STEAM knowledge to this task — building a mini foosball game! |
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| | | | Collegiate ice hockey is fun to watch! Spend this Friday night being a SHU fan as you watch the Men's team face-off in the Atlantic Hockey Quarterfinal. Puck drops at 7pm in Fairfield |
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| | Refine your palate at this hands-on discovery of the science behind our taste buds. Explore how to become a stronger cook who can craft an unforgettable dish full of flavor. At Grace Farms 3-4pm |
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| | | | Tony Pizza Napolitano steps out from behind the pizza oven to show off his skills for this fabulous Sunday Super. Braciole, meatballs, pork chops, sausage and chicken cutlets with gravy! Enjoy the feast at Wakeman Town Farm. |
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| | Fairfield Library is helping 3 & 4 year old children get ready for kindergarten in the fall. A program of songs, stories and activities that the child attends on their own is offered on Mondays through early May. |
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| | | | Calling all mystery readers! Cara Black, author of the Aimée Leduc PI series is coming to the Westport Library. She will discuss her latest novel in which Aimée finds herself cutoff from her network while in police custody. |
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| | Numerous hiking trails at Weir Farm let you explore the woods, open fields, and pond at Weir Farm. You’ll quickly discover the picturesque landscape that has attracted artists to this property for more than 130 years. |
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| | | | The Lenihan School of Irish Dance comes to the Easton Library for an interactive experience. Come join in the fun (4:30-5:30). |
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| | Musician Joe Murphy transforms Nod Hill Brewery into an Irish Pub tonight to get you in the St. Patty's Day spirit. What's better than 'Whiskey in a Jar' with a Guinness in your hand? |
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| | | | “The story of a guy who gave up on love and music, and the girl who inspired him to dream again!" Lachat brings this Irish tale to Weston, March 15th -17th and 22nd-24th. Bar keeps will be on hand before the show in the new Offutt Center. |
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| | Just three Sundays left to let your dogs run in the sand! Westport/Fairfield beaches are dog-free from April 1 - September 30th. Cars have until May 1st before needing a parking sticker. Work off your O'Neill's Irish breakfast (SoNo), where the ☘️ celebration starts at 7am. O'Neill's is a great place to be for Selection Sunday too 🏀 |
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| | | | While everyday should be a recycling day, today's the day to raise awareness. Every effort helps! Skip the stuff with your take-out — sauces, napkins, silverware that go unused, is the latest local campaign. Want to get more involved? Each town has a sustainable group eager for volunteers. |
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| | Bring your little ones (0-5 years old) to Fairfield Museum Commons on Tuesday mornings for a musical story experience. A great way to develop early literacy skills. Don't forget a blanket to sit on. |
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| | | | Grab a couple of friends and head to Ambler Farm. Tonight you'll make Ukrainian eggs using the wax-relief method. Known as Pysanky, this folk art uses geometric shapes and intricate coloring. Can you chat & create? |
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| | Tonight Easton Library welcomes John Wayne and Maureen O'Hara back to the screen with a showing of The Quiet Man. No registration necessary. Just what does she whisper to the Duke after the credits role? |
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| | | | Staples Players present Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach. Follow James on his imaginative adventures in this production with music by Justin Paul (Staples Alum) and Benj Pasek. Multiple shows, 3.21 - 3.24 |
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| | Dedicated to the rescue and protection of bears around the world, today is a great day to visit Beardsley Zoo. Sure, you can watch their Red Pandas live from home, but seeing them in person is better! |
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| | | | These are the days...to rock along with the Maniacs. Forty years and still going strong. Already sold out in NYC for Friday and Saturday, so grab your tickets fast! At SHU Community Theatre, 7pm |
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| | Hurry! RIO in 4D is in its final days at The Maritime Aquarium. Blu and Jewel, the last blue macaws on Earth, are captured and chased by evil cockatoo Nigel. Watch how they work together in this enjoyable adventure. Lots to see and do in the aquarium too! |
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| | | | Delve into Japanese Art History in this four-part course offered by the Westport Library. Explore the Japanese woodblock prints of the Edo period (1615-1868) and beyond. Registration is required. Sign-up today for this every-other Wednesday program (10-11:30am) |
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| | Similar to Bridge or Spades, but easier, Whist is a card game that was popular in the 1930s and 40s. Learn to play at a table of four with an expert as part of the group. Weston History & Culture Center 6:30 - 8:00pm |
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| | | | We missed PIE day on 3.14 because St. Patrick's Day was on our minds. Let's take today to celebrate the fact that CT is again the #1 pizza in the nation, says the Daily Meal. We agree. We disagree on our New Haven favorites however - what's yours? |
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| | The Adventure Park at the Discovery Museum in Bridgeport opens today for the season. Conquer your fears and climb, zip and balance your way through the course. Good to get some fresh air before settling in for a weekend of March Madness. |
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| | | | The hunt is on! After searching through the meadows for eggs, spend some time with Lachat's farm animals, get your face painted, or take part in a spring craft. Enjoy Springtime S'mores Bar in the barn too! |
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| | Whether you are celebrating Easter or just enjoy a scrumptious brunch, there are fabulous options in our locale. LaPlage, (Westport) Tavern at GrayBarns (Norwalk), Artisan (Southport), Terrain Café (Westport), The Sinclair (Fairfield), Nômade (Westport), Valencia Luncheria (Norwalk), Martel Bistro (Fairfield) are a few of our favorites. Make your reservation! |
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Newcomer or long-timer, we hope you all find something new to enjoy near home this month. |
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