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Greenwich Film Festival Announces Inaugural Film Slate GREENWICH, Conn. -- The inaugural Greenwich International Film Festival has announced its inaugural film selections, jurors, panel program and special events. The festival will screen 31 films from June 4-7. “We are so proud of our year one slate," said festival founders Carina Crain, Colleen deVeer and Wendy Reyes. “The diversity of the films and filmmakers really illustrate what we are trying to do with GIFF --bringing in as many perspectives as possible and sharing those with our community.” Colin Hanks' documentary "All Things Must Pass" will screen June 5 with an opening night …

by Frank Mojica

05/13/2015

Events

Manhattan Transfer, Take 6 Hit The Spotlight At The Klein In Bridgeport BRIDGEPORT, Conn. – Singing groups Manhattan Transfer and Take 6 will perform at The Klein in Bridgeport at 8 p.m. Friday, May 15. Manhattan Transfer released its first recording 40 years ago and has been inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame. The group has released 29 albums and 19 singles and recorded with artists such as Tony Bennett, Smokey Robinson, Bette Midler and more. With 10 Dove Awards, a Soul Train Award and 10 Grammys, Take 6 is the most awarded a cappella group. Take 6's blend of jazz, R&B, pop and gospel has achieved multi-platinum sales and received praises fro…

by Frank Mojica

05/11/2015

News

State Funds To Support Affordable Housing In Stamford STAMFORD, Conn. -- Gov. Dannel P. Malloy announced that 14 affordable housing projects throughout the state, including one in Stamford, will be funded with more than $60 million in investments. "As we make smart investments today for a brighter Connecticut tomorrow, affordable housing is an integral part,” Malloy said. Through these housing projects, 851 affordable apartments and 246 market-rate units will be built and rehabilitated. “These units will help hundreds of families, support municipalities, attract talented workers, contribute to our economic growth and create the communi…

by Frank Mojica

05/09/2015

Lifestyle

Mamaroneck's Art Of Dressing Plans Two Events In May MAMARONECK, N.Y. -- Art of Dressing by Tonia will have its "Style Guide for Women" seminar from 6:30 p.m. 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 13 and 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. May 30. The event aims to take the conjecture out of looking and feeling one's best and using the clothes one already has in a different way. Registration is mandatory and $55 per person. To register for the May 13 seminar, call (914) 481-5552 or visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/style-guide-for-women-tickets-16686279110. To register for the May 30 seminar, call (914) 481-5552 or visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/style-guide-for-w…

by Frank Mojica

05/08/2015

Neighbors

Wilton's Brain, Child Magazine Hosting Literary Salon In Weston WILTON, Conn. Brain, Child: The Magazine for Thinking Mothers will host "Literary Salon: An Evening of Conversation and Community" at Cobb's Mill Inn in Weston on Thursday, May 21. The event will be hosted by the magazine's editors, Randi Olin of Weston and Marcelle Soviero of Wilton. Brain, Child is a Wilton-based magazine dedicated to motherhood, and each issue includes a feature story, personal essays, cartoons, fiction, poetry, book reviews and more. The salon is in celebration of the magazine's 15th anniversary and will feature editors and writers as well as prizes, giveaways, short…

by Frank Mojica

05/07/2015

Events

Story Barn To Share Tales At Greenwich Historical Society COS COB, Conn. -- With the 375th anniversary of Greenwich in mind, the Story Barn will bring the experience of oral tradition to the Greenwich Historical Society on Thursday, May 21. Storytellers will present a five-minute take on a chosen topic in a cabaret-like setting. Each tale will be based on true personal experience connected to the Greenwich community and be performed without notes. Program founder and comedian Bonnie Levison will be master of ceremonies for the event. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the performance starts at 7 p.m. Light snacks, beer and wine will be served. Tick…

by Frank Mojica

05/07/2015

Events

Danbury Museum And Historical Society Reaches Out To Seniors DANBURY, Conn. -- The Danbury Museum and Historical Society will host a new series of programs this summer called Mondays at the Museum designed to reach out to the city's senior citizens. “We're excited to be working with the Elmwood Hall Senior Center in offering this program to local residents," said Brigid Guertin, Executive Director of museum and Danbury City Historian. "Our first session will involve collecting and sharing information, stories and remembrances related to 1950's Danbury." The series begins June 15 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and will involve sharing and collecting sto…

by Frank Mojica

05/07/2015

Events

Darien Library Presents Documentary On Social Stereotypes Of Boys DARIEN, Conn. – The YWCA Parent Awareness and the Darien Library are presenting a screening of "The Mask You Live In." The documentary from "Miss Representation" director Jennifer Siebel Newsom poses the question: "Are we failing our boys?" The film explores the issues and social stereotypes that surround young American masculinity. Following the screening is a discussion by James McGinn. McGinn works as a crisis interventionist and mental health counselor at Ridgefield High and is an Outpatient Behavioral Health Clinician at Family Center's Center for Hope. "The Mask You Live In"…

by Frank Mojica

05/07/2015

Sports

Giants Coach To Speak At Greenwich Hall Of Fame Banquet GREENWICH, Conn. -- New York Giants head coach Tom Coughlin will be the featured speaker at the induction banquet for the Greenwich High School Class of 2015 Sports Hall of Fame. The banquet will take place from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. June 10 at the Hyatt Regency, 1800 E. Putnam Ave. “This year’s hall of fame is shaping up to be even bigger than our inaugural induction ceremony,” said Pat Mediate, GHS Sports Hall Of Fame Foundation chairman. Eight former athletes, four former coaches and two undefeated teams will be inducted into the Class of 2015. Inductees are: Ken Bell, 1981, footba…

by Frank Mojica

05/06/2015

Events

Stamford's Franklin Street Works Hosting Endurance-Based Karaoke Event STAMFORD, Conn. – Ryann Slauson will give an endurance-based karaoke performance at Franklin Street Works in Stamford on May 20 from noon until 3 p.m. The performance is titled "Only the Lonely" and will feature Slauson singing the titular Roy Orbison song as Neil Young. "Only the Lonely" is part of the programming for Franklin Street Work's "It's Gonna Take A Lotta Love" exhibition. "The piece engages with the effects of repetition and its transformative power over objects and experiences, as well as performed identities, attempts at perfection, and appropriations of collective cultu…

by Frank Mojica

05/06/2015

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