The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street in Stratford will offer a special music history presentation, “The British Invasion and American Answer: A Musical Journey”, on Tuesday, May 7 at 7 pm. The program is free and open to the public.
Author and pop culture historian Marty Gitlin, who enthralled library patrons last February with his program on “The Birth of Rock and Roll”, will offer a fun and nostalgic journey through the most iconic and greatest era of rock-and-roll history. This presentation highlights performance videos of influential British Invasion superstars such as the Beatles, Rolling Stones, Kinks, Hollies, Dave Clark Five and The Who as well as American bands that provided a wonderful reply such as the Beach Boys, Mamas and Papas, Temptations, Byrds, Turtles and Rascals. The program also discusses how these artists influenced pop culture and society, compares and contrasts the music, and includes trivia questions for patrons to ponder (including snippets of songs from which patrons must identify the band!).
“The British Invasion and American Answer: A Musical Journey” will take place in the Stratford Library Lovell Room from 7-8 pm on May 7. Doors open at 6:30 pm. General seating.
The Office of Community & Economic Development invites you to join the Town of Fairfield and the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce for the annual “Shop and Stroll into Spring” event on Thursday, May 2, 2024.
Over 20+ participating shops in downtown Fairfield will open at their regular times with extended hours through 9pm offering patrons a time to browse, enjoy light refreshments and to shop local with a variety of in-store promotions to kick-off the spring season as well as shop early for graduation and Mother’s Day gifts!
Join us at the Shop & Stroll into Spring Pre-Event Happy Hour, which will take place at Tablao (52 Sanford Street) on Thursday, May 2nd beginning at 5 p.m. Be sure to stop by and enjoy a variety of food and drink specials before visiting your favorite shops! We will also be giving away free Fairfield Buy Local tote bags with goodies from many of our participating merchants (while supplies last)! All are invited to attend!
In celebration of Earth Day and continued awareness of our beloved wildlife in Town, donations will be collected during this year’s Spring Shop & Stroll on behalf of The Connecticut Audubon Society. The Connecticut Audubon Society’s Fairfield Region is dedicated to protecting birds, other wildlife, and their habitats through conservation, education and advocacy. Representatives from the CT Audubon Society’s Fairfield Nature Center will attend the pre-event happy hour to share more about the work they do in Town. Participating merchants include Apricot Lane, Bailey Jaymes Boutique, Boho PREP, Capri, Ciao Bella, Fairfield Station Wines & Spirits ft. Next Century Spirits, Henry C. Reid & Son Jewelers, Here For You Clothing, In the Mood Intimates, Island Outfitters, Jane + Mercer, Kelli + Crew, KL and Sam Home, La Moda Fashion, Marathon Sports, Marea, Nichols MD of Fairfield, No. 299, Olive My Stuff, Sacred Heart University Community Theatre, Saugatuck Sweets Fairfield, The Fairfield University Store, and Vintage Garden.
Be sure to pick up an event map at participating locations to take advantage of our Shop & Stroll into Spring Raffle! Shop at three or more of the participating stores from Thursday, May 2nd through Sunday, May 5th and be entered to win a prize! Completed cards can be brought to the Office of Community & Economic Development or mailed to 611 Old Post Road, 2nd Floor Fairfield, CT 06824 by Friday, May 10th. Cards must be received or postmarked by May 10th to be entered.
The Town of Fairfield wishes to thank ConnectFairfield and Fairfield Moms for their
support of this year’s event. To learn more about this year’s Shop & Stroll into Spring event, please visit www.experiencefairfieldct.org/springstroll or follow @ExperienceFairfield on Facebook and Instagram.
About The Connecticut Audubon Society
Throughout its 125 year history, the Connecticut Audubon Society’s Fairfield Region has been protecting the State’s birds, other wildlife, and their habits through conservation, education, and advocacy. The Connecticut Audubon envisions a future where all can share and experience the joys of nature and understand the importance of environmental preservation.
Can’t make it to the event? Please consider donating to the efforts of both the CT Audubon Society’s Fairfield Nature Center and the Birdcraft Museum and Sanctuary here.
On April 20th, 2024, at around 9:15 pm, Bridgeport Police responded to reports of a possible shooting near Middle Street & John Street. Upon arrival, they discovered a stabbing victim being taken to the hospital; no shooting had occurred. During the investigation, officers received suspect descriptions and began searching downtown. They found a crime scene outside the “G’smoke shop” at 7 Middle Street. Meanwhile, a 32-year-old man arrived at the hospital with a stab wound to his chest, and officers helped him inside; he’s now in stable condition. Officers spotted a person matching the suspect’s description entering the Bridgeport Train Station. They followed him, noticing blood-like stains on his clothes, and detained him in the men’s bathroom. The person, identified as 24-year-old David Raphael of Bridgeport, was found with a knife and was arrested for First-Degree Assault. His bond was set at $150,000. The Metropolitan Transit Authority Police aided in the investigation. David Raphael had confronted people in the smoke shop earlier, asking for money, but was refused and asked to leave. Later, an altercation happened outside between Raphael and the victim, resulting in the stabbing. Raphael then fled towards the train station. The Detective Bureau’s Forensic Identification Unit helped process evidence at the scene. Raphael also had two outstanding warrants for Failure to Appear, with bonds totaling $10,000.
Report of a building fire on Easy Street in Milford. Firefighters are on scene reporting that the building’s solar panels are on fire. Firefighters have knocked down the fire and are currently checking for any extensions at this time.
2024-04-22@9:00AMish– A Connecticut State Trooper was on a traffic stop on I-95 northbound near exit 30 when his vehicle was allegedly struck the black Honda. The trooper was reported to be okay but the driver of the Honda required extrication by firefighters. The Honda also hit a third car not seen in the photo.
2024-04-22@10:33am-#Bridgeport CT– No children were injured in this crash between a school bus and a car at Putnam and Noble Avenue. Two occupants of the car were injured and transported to the hospital with unknown injuries.
2024-04-22@12:00am–#Bridgeport CT– First responders on the scene of a one-car rollover accident on Route 8/25 southbound near exit 5. There was no one in the vehicle. A light pole was knocked down as well.
The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street, will present an informative health care lecture about “The Common Causes of Arthritis” on Wednesday, May 1 at 11 am. The program is free and open to the public and one of dozens of free, health-related programs offered annually by the library.
Guest speaker Adam S Driesman, MD is a fellowship-trained adult hip and knee surgeon who focuses on treating people of all ages who suffer from debilitating hip or knee conditions. He understands these ailments not only limit mobility, but can drastically affect quality of life, preventing one from enjoying many activities. As a physician, he pledges to take the time to listen to your story, understand what is important to you, and develop a plan to get you back on your feet. He uses surgery as a last resort, when other treatments are no longer working.
Dr. Driesman was born and raised in Fairfield County. He attended Brown University’s selective 8-year Program in Liberal Medical Education, earning both his undergraduate and medical degrees. He completed his Orthopedic Residency at NYU and an Advanced Fellowship in Adult Hip and Knee Reconstruction under the tutelage of Dr. Douglas Dennis, an early pioneer of total knee replacement. Throughout his training, Dr. Driesman performed over 1,000 procedures, ranging from minimally invasive hip arthroscopy to complex knee revisions. He has presented and lectured at medical meetings for the Eastern Orthopedic Association, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, American Academy of Hip and Knee Surgeons, and the Orthopaedic Trauma Association.
“The Common Causes of Arthritis” will be held in the Stratford Library Lovell Room beginning at 11 am on Wednesday, May 1. For further information call the library at 203.385.4162 or visit: www.stratfordlibrary.org.
