FAIRFIELD ARTS COMMISSION LAUNCHES THEME CONTEST

FAIRFIELD ARTS COMMISSION LAUNCHES THEME CONTEST FOR UPCOMING ARTISTIC VISIONS CHALLENGE Public Invited to Suggest this Year’s Theme for Annual Arts Collaboration FAIRFIELD, CT – The Fairfield Arts Commission invites the public to suggest a theme for this year’s Artistic Visions Challenge, which will be unveiled at a kick off event in early December. Now in its third year, the Artistic Visions Challenge is a town-wide juried art competition aimed at encouraging the creative community to collaborate and create art in new and unique ways. Artists are encouraged to push their creative boundaries to create a one-of-a-kind work that not only reflects the given theme, but also incorporates at least one “Easter Egg”—a hidden message or reference to engage the…

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Stratford Library Teen November Programs

Homework Helpers Calling all students in grades 6-8 who want a little help with their assignments. High school students are available to work with you one-on-one in a no stress environment helping you with your class assignments, studying for a test or just helping you improve your grades. These are 1 hour sessions and registration is required. Location: Teen Department. 11/2: 6:00-7:00 pm: Día de Los Muertos Sugar Skull Planters Come learn about this vibrant holiday to remember loved ones by painting a calvera. Everyone who attends will leave with a plant. This program is for adults and teens in grades 9-12 only. Registration is required. Location: Lovell Room. 11/7: 12:00-4:00 pm: French Movie Day: In Honor of National French…

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BPD MAKE ARRESTS AND TAKE IILEGAL GUNS OFF THE STREETS

The Bridgeport Police took four illegal guns off the streets and arrested three persons this week in a targeted effort to rid the area around Wood Park of crime. Task Force Officers conducted the investigations, named "Operation Wood Island", after the triangular-shaped park where Wood Avenue intersects with Benham Avenue and Grove Street on the city's West Side. The operation was launched in response to continuous complaints from the public about illegal guns, illegal narcotics, noise, and excessive alcohol use during the daytime and at night in the park and the surrounding neighborhood. On Monday October 26th, Trevor Lennox George, 26, of Bridgeport, a reputed member of the Bloods gang, was arrested on Wood Avenue. He was charged with: Illegal…

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Burglary Updates

Two burglaries today in Bridgeport, one at 11:30 AM at the 100 block of Birdseye Street, a commercial building. At 1:30 PM a residential building at the 700 block of Ogden Street was also burglarized. Police are investigating at this time.

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Run the Sound 5K Halloween Edition

Run the Sound 5K Halloween Edition – This Saturday at Seaside Park! Get ready for some spooky fun, costumes, and a great time along the waterfront! 🎃👻 Bites on the Sound is hosting its Run the Sound 5K – Halloween Edition this Saturday, October 31st, at Seaside Park in Bridgeport! Whether you're an experienced runner, enjoy a casual walk, or just want to get outside and enjoy the Halloween festivities, this event is a great opportunity to come together with family, friends, and coworkers for a fun-filled morning in one of Bridgeport's most beautiful parks! 🎃 Event Details: Saturday, October 31, 2026 Location: Seaside Park, Bridgeport, CT 9:30 AM: Check-In and Registration Opens 11:00 AM: 5K Run/Walk Begins 12:30 PM:…

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Privacy Matters

Lisa Miro is running for State Representative in Connecticut’s 133rd District, representing parts of Fairfield and Bridgeport. Her campaign is centered on a straightforward idea: People Before Politics. Lisa says state government should focus on the everyday concerns families are dealing with: affordability, strong schools, public safety, and making sure local communities have a real voice in the decisions that affect them. With decades of ties to Fairfield and a career in public service, Lisa says she wants to bring a common-sense, community-first approach to Hartford. Learn more about Lisa and where she stands at Vote4Lisa.org. Paid for by LISA MIRO FOR THE 133RD - Approved by Lisa Miro.

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