Pequot Library is seeking art submissions for the 20th Annual Art Show, “The Story of Art.” Online submissions must be received by midnight on September 15, 2017 in order to be considered for entrance in this juried exhibition. The exhibition will be held at Pequot Library October 14 – 22, 2017. More Aug 22, 2017 - 2:54:44 AM
As a pioneer serving people with disabilities for more than 60 years, Ability Beyond knew they had the formula to create a successful nonprofit organization to meet a growing need. But the astounding achievements of their employer-focused consulting service, Disability Solutions, have had impact across the globe! More Aug 21, 2017 - 5:59:01 AM
Western Connecticut Health Network Offers Fitness, Stroke Prevention, Smoking Cessation and Prostate Cancer Awareness Programs New Milford Hospital will offer Strong Women™ Strong Bones (SWSB) fitness classes on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays *August 28 through October 13 (*choose two classes within the same week) from 10 to 11:15 am, and on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Saint Andrews Church located at 1 North Main Street in Kent, August 29 through October 12 from 10 to 11:15 am. Classes will be led by certified instructor Lisa Maria Lee. More Aug 21, 2017 - 2:57:36 AM
153 Swimmers Fought through Choppy Waters to SWIM Across the Sound On Saturday, August 5, 153 swimmers and more than 200 boat and SWIM volunteers participated in the 30th Anniversary of St. Vincent's SWIM Across the Sound. Motivated by personal experiences with survivorship and loss, the swimmers had one shared goal in mind: supporting 30,000 people annually who are battling cancer and their families. This year's SWIM raised over $300,000, all of which goes to St. Vincent's Medical Center Foundation's 45 cancer education, prevention, and assistance programs. SWIM participants consisted of eight Solo Swimmers, two Two-Person Relays, one Never Alone relay, six Classic (non-wetsuit) Team Relays, 13 Traditional (wetsuit) Team Relays, and four Corporate Challenge Team Relays. More Aug 21, 2017 - 2:52:29 AM
August is National Immunization Awareness Month August is National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM). This month, the Norwalk Health Department joins the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other health officials to celebrate the benefits of vaccines and highlight their importance for people of all ages. More Aug 19, 2017 - 5:25:21 AM
As we’re making plans to enjoy the final weeks of summer vacation, kids and families will undoubtedly take to area pools, waterparks and the beach. Stamford EMS wants to remind parents and caregivers to actively supervise children at all times when they’re in and around water. More Aug 19, 2017 - 3:10:17 AM
CT Nonprofit Founder Marks 25 Years of Seeing Beyond the Spectrum It’s not uncommon for Donna Swanson, co-founder of the FOCUS Center for Autism, to drop everything and race to the rescue of one of her “kids”. While she has no children of her own, she is everything a mother should be; fierce protector, tireless advocate and compassionate teacher. Ever since she opened her private practice in 1992, Swanson has looked beyond a child’s Autistic behaviors to connect with the person inside. More Aug 17, 2017 - 8:15:57 AM
Fall Direct Service Volunteer Training Session The Women’s Center is now accepting applications for our fall 2017 dual Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Certification program. This 48-hour training class certifies volunteers to perform crisis intervention at the Center during business hours or from home when the Center is closed; it is a prerequisite for court advocate, counselor advocate, group facilitator, and other advanced direct service volunteer positions. Day and evening training classes begin Tuesday, September 5th, and meet through late month in the Center’s 2nd floor Training Room at 8 West Street in Danbury. More Aug 16, 2017 - 2:30:07 AM
Who defines good and bad art? Come learn the answer from award-winning, Fairfield University art history professor Philip Eliasoph during his 7:30 p.m. program on Tuesday, September 5, 2017, Appreciating Art: Is Art Good, Bad, Real, or Fake? at the Pequot Library in Southport. More Aug 16, 2017 - 2:22:54 AM
IF THE SKIES ARE CLEAR - Visit the Westport Astronomical Society for views of a partial solar eclipse on August 21st. One of the most memorable astronomical events of our lifetimes is about to take place as a total solar eclipse dazzles viewers across the United States. The big show will occur along a narrow path of totality less than 70 miles wide stretching from Salem, Oregon to Charleston, South Carolina, and you should make every effort to be within that path. More Aug 15, 2017 - 2:15:22 AM
Insurance Commissioner Warns Of Phone Caller Posing as Department Staff Connecticut Insurance Commissioner Katharine L. Wade is advising consumers to be wary of a phone caller who identified herself as an Insurance Department employee and is asking people for their insurance information. More Aug 14, 2017 - 2:31:36 PM
Malloy: CTTransit bus service will expand to the UConn Storrs campus beginning August 31 Governor Dannel P. Malloy and Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) Commissioner James P. Redeker last week announced that beginning August 13, the existing CTtransit bus route that services destinations between Hartford and Tolland is expanding further east and will now include new stops in Storrs. The route extension will – for the first time ever – provide UConn students, faculty, and staff the ability to connect to the main UConn campus in Storrs, the downtown Hartford campus, and UConn Health in Farmington via public transit, in addition to a wide variety of other destinations in between. More Aug 14, 2017 - 8:20:43 AM
Conn. Leads $5.5M Multistate Settlement with Nationwide Insurance Company over 2012 Data Breach Connecticut has joined with 31 other states and the District of Columbia in a $5.5 million settlement with Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company and its subsidiary, Allied Property & Casualty Insurance Company, that resolves the states' investigation into a 2012 data breach that exposed sensitive personal information of 1.2 million consumers across the country, Attorney General George Jepsen and state Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) Commissioner Michelle H. Seagull announced last week. More Aug 14, 2017 - 2:39:46 AM
CT Sun Feature Planned Parenthood The Connecticut Sun WNBA team is highlighting Planned Parenthood of Southern New England (PPSNE) as the Community Spotlight organization at its August 23 game. Special discounted tickets are available for the basketball game, with a portion of ticket sales benefitting PPSNE. More Aug 14, 2017 - 2:37:09 AM
Hartford auto dealer New Country MINI Cooper of Hartford is continuing its support of local students with the 4th Annual “Stuff the MINI to the Max” charity campaign. From August 14th through August 27th, New Country MINI will accept donations of backpacks and school supplies for Hartford Public School children. Then on August 28th a caravan of MINI's will transport all of the donated supplies to the Hartford Public Schools’ Welcome Center to help kick off a wonderful new school year. More Aug 14, 2017 - 2:34:00 AM
It Pops Up and Disappears Pop into a special fall Pop Up show by the Westport Artists Collective on Wednesday, September 6 from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m at the Westport Arts Center. The Pop Up is free and open to the public, and will be on view through Saturday, September 9. The Pop Up can also be previewed during the day on September 6. More Aug 14, 2017 - 2:05:06 AM
Blumenthal, Murphy, Larson, Bronin Applaud $2.8 Million Grant For North Hartford U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), U.S. Representatives John Larson (CT-1) and Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin applauded the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) on Thursday for awarding a $2.8 million grant to help build a food-focused business incubator and manufacturing facility at the Swift Factory complex in North Hartford. The project – which will be called the Swift Community Food and Business Development Center – is expected to create 125 jobs and spur $9.75 million in private investment. North Hartford receives priority consideration for federal grants like this as a result of their Promise Zone designation. The nearly $3 million grant will build on the city’s Promise Zone initiative to create jobs and boost economic activity in the community. More Aug 14, 2017 - 1:56:53 AM
Norwalk River Rowing Fall Registration Begins Registration is now open for the Fall Varsity, Novice, Masters and Learn to Row programs at Norwalk River Rowing Association (NRRA). This fall season features programs for conditioning, fitness and learning for rowers of all skillsets, from experienced to those who’ve never put an oar in the water. By working with NRRA’s experienced coaches and staff, participants can significantly improve their rowing skills and enjoy the fall season out on the water. More Aug 14, 2017 - 1:52:12 AM
UB40, featuring original founding members Ali Campbell, Astro and Mickey Virtue along with a fantastic eight-piece band, will be bringing their signature blend of reggae and pop hits to The Ridgefield Playhouse on Sunday, September 10 at 8pm as part of the Pepsi Rock Series Powered by xfinity and the Ingersoll Auto of Danbury World Music Series. UB40 have released hit after hit since they formed in 1979. Best known for their chart toppers “Red Red Wine,” “Can’t Help Falling In Love,” “Here I Am (Come and Take Me)” and “I Got You Babe” (featuring Chrissy Hynde) among many others, the band achieved huge success including number 1 albums and multiple top 10 gold and platinum selling albums and Grammy nominations, 4 number ones worldwide and a total of 70 million plus sales. More Aug 11, 2017 - 9:11:48 AM
Love beer? Ever wonder about its history? Why is an IPA called an IPA? Charter Oak Brewing Company may be the newest brewery in the state, but they sure know their brew history. On Friday, August 18th at 6 pm, join Scott Vallely of Charter Oak Brewing as he brings his knowledge – and his beer – to this Hempsted brew-haha. More Aug 11, 2017 - 9:08:43 AM
Curtain Call's summer season is coming to a close with the final five performances of the Tony Award-winning musical, PIPPIN. Playing in The Kweskin Theatre, through August 12. PIPPIN has been thrilling audiences since 1972 (the same year The Kweskin Theatre opened) with its unforgettable score by Connecticut resident Stephen Schwartz. More Aug 10, 2017 - 6:55:32 AM
Mystic Aquarium opens Our Blue Park exhibit Recently Mystic Aquarium celebrated the opening of a new gallery exhibit dedicated to the first marine national monument in the Atlantic Ocean. Through the generous support of the Naktenis Family Foundation, “Our Blue Park” takes guests on a photographic journey of the Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument. Mystic Aquarium senior research scientist, Dr. Peter Auster called the exhibit a “visitor’s center for this ocean wilderness.” More Aug 9, 2017 - 1:16:14 PM
The Center for Sexual Assault Crisis Counseling and Education Welcomes New Executive Director The Center for Sexual Assault Crisis Counseling and Education (The Center) welcomes a new Executive Director, Quentin Ball, to lead the organization. Per Quentin, “I am thrilled to take over from Ivonne Zucco, under whose leadership The Center was recently awarded the Impact Fairfield County grant. This grant, coupled with a robust counseling program and a far-reaching preventative education program, positions The Center for a successful 2017-18 fiscal year.” More Aug 8, 2017 - 8:52:27 AM
Bridgeport Mayor Ganim Announces Developers & Operators Selected to Bring Entertainment To Bridgeport’s Harbor Yard Mayor Ganim, is pleased to announce that Live Nation, the world’s largest and most complete live entertainment company, along with local owner of SportsCenter of Connecticut, Howard Saffan have partnered to create “Harbor Yard Amphitheatre, LLC” and have been selected as the developers and operators to bring entertainment to Bridgeport’s Harbor Yard with the development of a state-of-the-art Amphitheater. The ownership of the Amphitheatre will be retained by the City and will be developed at the investment of approximately $15 million dollars through a public/private partnership. More Aug 8, 2017 - 8:49:52 AM
Twenty-five Norwalk teens spent last week building hydraulic arms, making toys for an octopus, examining plankton with microscopes, collecting data on fish and crabs brought up out of Long Island Sound, and more during a free experience at The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk. More Aug 7, 2017 - 5:25:02 AM
