Category: Fairfield

Shop & Stroll Into Spring Will Take Place on May 2nd!

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.

Swatting Incident At Notre Dame Of Fairfield

2024-04-11@1:11pm–#Fairfield CT– Fairfield Police responded to Notre Dame of Fairfield on Jefferson Street for an incident that police determined it was a prank swatting incident. Swatting is a term used to describe the action of making hoax phone calls to report serious crimes to emergency services.

Website Cloudflare says “Swatting refers to a harassment technique most often perpetrated by members of the online gaming community. Swatting entails generating an emergency law enforcement response against a target victim under false pretenses. Swatters do this by making phone calls to emergency lines like 911 and falsely reporting a violent emergency situation, such as a shooting or hostage situation.

Swatters often consider what they are doing to be a prank, but it can come with serious consequences. Swatting occupies law enforcement response teams, making them unavailable to respond to real emergencies. There have even been swatting incidents where law enforcement officers were shot, and in one case the victim of the swatting was shot dead by law enforcement.”

The Fairfield Police Department and the CTDOT Team Upto Kick off National Distracted Driving Awareness MonthPut the Phone Away or Pay – Connecticut Enforces Statewide Campaign

FAIRFIELD, CT – April 1, 2024 – The Fairfield Police Department is partnering with the
Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) as part of National Distracted Driving
Awareness Month. From April 1 – April 30, law enforcement will be looking for drivers who
choose to ignore Connecticut’s hand-held mobile electronics laws. Put the Phone Away or Pay is
a national high-visibility enforcement campaign for National Distracted Driving Awareness
Month in April.
Nationally in 2021, there were 3,522 people killed and an estimated 362,415 people injured in
traffic crashes involving distracted drivers. In Connecticut in 2021, there were over 5,600
crashes attributed to distracted driving that resulted in nine fatalities and more than 850
injuries.
“As a community, we cannot ignore the dangers of texting and driving. It’s not just illegal; it’s a
matter of life and death,” said Fairfield Police Chief Robert Kalamaras. “Beginning April 1, our
officers will be vigilant in enforcing distracted driving laws. We urge all motorists to prioritize
safety and refrain from using handheld mobile devices while driving.”
Connecticut law prohibits the use of any hand-held mobile electronic device while operating a
motor vehicle. Drivers who are 16 or 17 years of age are prohibited from using a cell phone or
mobile device at any time, even with a hands-free accessory. Violating Connecticut’s distracted
driving laws can be costly. Drivers who are ticketed are fined $200 for the first offense, $375 for
the second offense, and $625 for the third and subsequent offenses.

The Fairfield Police Department remains dedicated to maintaining a safe community, protecting life and property, reducing crime and
the fear of crime and to performing its function in a manner which promotes public trust and confidence. The Department strives to

achieve its mission through the core values of Professionalism, Honor and Excellence.

203-254-4800
www.fpdct.com

While April is designated as National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, our commitment to
promoting safe driving practices extends throughout the year. We remain dedicated to keeping
our roads safe and urge all drivers to make responsible choices behind the wheel.
The public is reminded of the following safety tips:

  • When you get behind the wheel, be an example to your family and friends by putting
    your phone away. Texting and driving is not safe behavior.
  • If you struggle to ignore your phone notifications, activate the “Do Not Disturb” feature
    or put your silenced device in your vehicle’s trunk, glove box, or back seat until you
    arrive safely at your destination.
  • If you are expecting a text message or need to send one, pull over and park your car in a
    safe location. Once you are safely off the road and parked, it is safe to text.
  • Give control of your phone to your passenger. Let them respond to calls or messages.
  • Never engage in social media scrolling or messaging while driving.
  • Even when hands-free, do not stream or watch movies or videos.
  • If you see someone texting while driving, speak up. Tell them to stop what they are doing
    because it is dangerous. If someone catches you texting while driving and tells you to put
    your phone away, put it down.
  • Remember, when you get behind the wheel, Put the Phone Away or Pay
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