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Front Row Q&A: Mike Reiss

Front Row Q&A: Mike Reiss

Playwright Mike Reiss is Connecticut, and so are you. He's riding high as producer/writer for "The Simpsons," but here explains why its run at Ivoryton Playhouse may be the last hurrah for his award-winning play, "I'm Connecticut."

Let Us Now Praise Connecticut Farms

Let Us Now Praise Connecticut Farms

Dinners at the Farm, now in its seventh season, continues to celebrate—and support—the people who produce our food in Connecticut.

Sunscreen Dos and Don'ts

Sunscreen Dos and Don'ts

New labeling laws, diligence—and common sense—can help part the clouds in our bewilderment over sunscreen.

A New Foodie Destination in Bantam

A New Foodie Destination in Bantam

There's an exciting new wine bar/cafe option in Litchfield County.

The 2013 Travelers Championship: Looking at The Field

The 2013 Travelers Championship: Looking at The Field

Once again, the field for the Travelers Championship is strong, with some of the best in the world set to compete in Cromwell.

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With Valerie Schroth
Let Us Now Praise Connecticut Farms

Let Us Now Praise Connecticut Farms

Dinners at the Farm, now in its seventh season, continues to celebrate—and support—the people who produce our food in Connecticut.

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Box Office

by Pat Grandjean
Front Row Q&A: Mike Reiss

Front Row Q&A: Mike Reiss

Playwright Mike Reiss is Connecticut, and so are you. He's riding high as producer/writer for "The Simpsons," but here explains why its run at Ivoryton Playhouse may be the last hurrah for his award-winning play, "I'm Connecticut."

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Unsteady Habits

A blog by Ray Bendici
The 2013 Travelers Championship: Looking at The Field

The 2013 Travelers Championship: Looking at The Field

Once again, the field for the Travelers Championship is strong, with some of the best in the world set to compete in Cromwell.

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Culture Cat

by Cathy P. Ross
Becoming Dr. Ruth

Becoming Dr. Ruth

From the Israeli army to “sexual literacy”—life lessons with humor.

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Well, Now

by Maria LaPiana
Sunscreen Dos and Don'ts

Sunscreen Dos and Don'ts

New labeling laws, diligence—and common sense—can help part the clouds in our bewilderment over sunscreen.

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The Legion of Christ: Sex, Abuse, Money and Lies—The Fall of Father Maciel

The Legion of Christ: Sex, Abuse, Money and Lies—The Fall of Father Maciel

Sex abuse, money and lies—the inglorious fall of Father Maciel and the Legion of Christ.

Connecticut Farmers' Markets: Farm Fresh

Connecticut Farmers' Markets: Farm Fresh

Connecticut’s growing love of fresh, locally produced food has been a boon to farmers’ markets.

Connecticut's Historic Movie Houses

Connecticut's Historic Movie Houses

As Torrington’s Warner Theatre gets ready to unveil its cinematic $300,000 restoration, we take a look at Connecticut’s other historic movie houses.

Beer Gardens are Growing in Connecticut

Beer Gardens are Growing in Connecticut

Beer gardens are hot-hot-hot for summer.

Restaurant Review: Geronimo, New Haven

Restaurant Review: Geronimo, New Haven

A taste of the American Southwest at its magical best, a spicy blend of Navajo, Mexican and Santa Fe influences.

Restaurant Review: Rive Bistro, Westport

Restaurant Review: Rive Bistro, Westport

The menu offers what French bistros have always provided—deeply satisfying down-to-earth food with inimitable Gallic flair.

Alice Washburn Architectural Award Winners

Alice Washburn Architectural Award Winners

The 2013 Alice Washburn Awards celebrate a decade of traditional architecture.

Archive »Connecticut Politics

Blumenthal, Murphy Renew Call for Federal Gun Control Measures

Blumenthal, Murphy Renew Call for Federal Gun Control Measures

Biden lauds Connecticut’s success in enacting legislation

Vote on Connecticut's Former Environment Chief Held up by Politics

Vote on Connecticut's Former Environment Chief Held up by Politics

In the four months since the president tapped Gina McCarthy to serve as head of his own environmental powerhouse, Connecticut’s former environmental protection commissioner has been tied up in the red and blue bruising of presidential appointments.

Nearby States Help Move Connecticut GMO Bill Closer to Law

Nearby States Help Move Connecticut GMO Bill Closer to Law

More states are following Connecticut’s lead in adopting legislation requiring genetically modified foods to be labeled as such.

Tom Foley Gives Legislators an 'F' on Budget

Tom Foley Gives Legislators an 'F' on Budget

GOP Gubernatorial hopeful Tom Foley gives his take on the 2013 legislative session.

Activism and Expediency: Connecticut Legislators Pass Bold Gun Control, Immigration Laws, Balk at Big Budget Fix

Activism and Expediency: Connecticut Legislators Pass Bold Gun Control, Immigration Laws, Balk at Big Budget Fix

A review of the Spring 2013 session of the Connecticut General Assembly.

 

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Old Lyme Landscapes: A Salute to our Founders and Hudson Valley Art Association

Jun 19, 2013 - Jul 27, 2013

This event occurs daily, every 1 day(s).

A delightful summertime extravaganza of landscape paintings by present day member artists in the tradition of the Lyme Impressionists.  Opening reception on June 21, 6-8 pm.  Gallery hours are Monday-Saturday 10 am-5 pm. 

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From Italy to America

Jun 19, 2013 - Jun 30, 2013

This event occurs daily, every 1 day(s).

From Italy to America, an exhibition at the Greenwich Historical Society through June 30, combines an installation celebrating the rich cultural heritage of the Italian American community in Greenwich, Connecticut, with a complementary exhibition of photographs from the show From Italy to America: The Photographs of Anthony Riccio, organized by the Bellarmine Museum of Art, Fairfield...

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Summertime Story and Animal Program

Jun 19, 2013 - Aug 14, 2013

This event occurs weekly on Wednesday.

Join us for a summer story and meet an Earthplace animal.

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Day Art Trip to Thomas Cole National Historic Site and Frederic Church’s Olana

Jun 19, 2013

  Museum Director Bob Burns leads a tour to the Hudson Valley to explore the homes and estates of Hudson River School painters Thomas Cole in Catskill, NY and Frederic Edwin Church’s Olana in Hudson, NY. Features a curator guided tour at Olana of the exhibition, Maine Sublime: Paintings by Frederic Church. Includes transportation, admissions, tours, lunch and gratuities. Bus Times:...

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Inheriting the Impressionist Tradition

Jun 19, 2013 - Jul 31, 2013

This event occurs weekly on Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

The Greenwich Historical Society will celebrate the work of local artists Maria C. Friscia, Perry Robinson, MD and Margaret Esmé Simon in a Community Artists exhibition entitled Inheriting the Impressionist Tradition. With still life paintings and landscapes rendered in colorful painterly strokes, the work represents a modern reflection on the American Impressionism that evolved at the Cos...

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SIOBHAN MCBRIDE: 2013 ALEXANDER RUTSCH AWARD AND SOLO EXHIBITION FOR PAINTING

Jun 19, 2013 - Jun 29, 2013

Pelham Art Center is pleased to announce Siobhan McBride as the winner of this year's Rutsch Award. Stop into the dream-like world of her paintings during her solo exhibition. Image: Siobhan McBride, Bufflehead and Coots, 2012. Gouache on paper on panel. Courtesy of the artist.

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Good News!

Jun 19, 2013 - Jun 20, 2013

This event occurs weekly on Wednesday and Thursday.

Rah! Rah! Rah! Youthful energy abounds in this signature Goodspeed musical filled with Roaring 20s nostalgia, plenty of laughter and rousing dance numbers. Anticipation builds on the Tait College campus as game day approaches but the football hero must first pass a big exam in order to play. When he unexpectedly falls for his tutor, romance blooms and hijinks ensue. With songs like...

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June Exhibit at the Geary Gallery in Darien, CT

Jun 19, 2013 - Jun 30, 2013

This event occurs weekly on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Through June, the Geary Gallery of Darien proudly presents “The Drama of Light,” featuring the work of classical Flemish painter and Greenwich resident, Peter Arguimbau. The Geary Gallery is open Wednesday to Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 576 Boston Post Road, Darien, CT 06820. (203) 655-6633. www.gearygallery.com

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The Greek House

Jun 19, 2013 - Jul 13, 2013

The story of a young painter's love affair with the Greek island of Sifnos by Christian Brechneff with Tim Lovejoy Book signing and celebratory exhibition of work by artist Christian Brechneff. Opening reception June 14th from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.  

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23rd Annual Silvermine School of Art Student Exhibition

Jun 19, 2013 - Jul 20, 2013

This event occurs daily, every 1 day(s).

The Student Exhibition showcases the artistic achievements of the Silvermine School of Art students of all ages, from youth to adult.  This event provides students the opportunity to share their accomplishments with one another and offers the general public a view of the fine art and creative energy that is generated by the student body.  Awards are given in Adult, Youth and Junior...

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