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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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Table Hopping

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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Greenleaf Pottery: Classes in Wheel Thrown Pottery.

Jun 18, 2013 - Jun 27, 2013

  Classes offer first hand experience of the entire pottery-making cycle. Beginning emphasis is placed on working with one of the fifteen potter's wheels. Beginning as well as advanced students are welcome. Classes are offered on Tuesday or Thursday evening year round. A new set of eight week classes begins early May. Sign up now to reserve your place. Call or go to the website...

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

Jun 18, 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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Watercolor with June Webster

Jun 18, 2013 - Jul 18, 2013

This event occurs weekly on Tuesday and Thursday.

  Watercolor with June Webster Tuesdays, 3-5 p.m. 6 Week Session: June 11–July 16 OR Thursdays, 1-3 p.m. 6 Week Session:  June 13–July 18 $90 Members/$120 non-Members per session Materials included, preregistration required and all skill levels welcome. Explore the wonderful medium of watercolor by examining the Museum's magnificent collection from Masters like Sargent,...

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The Greek House

Jun 18, 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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"Nature Dreams in Color" at Watershed Gallery

Jun 18, 2013 - Sep 10, 2013

Watershed Gallery "Nature Dreams in Color," featuring painting and photography by Helene Carpenter, David Dunlop, Alison Shaw and Bang Si Truc.  Tuesday to Friday 11 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Through September 10.  Watershed Gallery, 23 Governor Street (203) 438-4387; www.watershedgallery.com.  The show opens Friday June 14, 2013.

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Healing Effects of Whole Foods

Jun 18, 2013 - Jul 11, 2013

Whole-food nutrition is based on natural, seasonally grown foods such as beans, grains, most vegetables, and greens. It has a close relationship with nature as it teaches us how to select foods that respond to the body’s natural rhythm thus restoring health and bringing about deep physical and emotional healing. The practice of whole-food nutrition follows an ancient tradition that...

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Dialogue: Representation and Abstraction

Jun 18, 2013 - Jun 30, 2013

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

A visual prism of mediums, styles and subject matter presented by the Artists of Gallery One and Friends. Reception on Sunday, June 9 from 1-4pm. Gallery hours are Mon-Sat 10am - 4pm, Sun 12 - 4pm.

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"On The Banks" Art Exhibit

Jun 18, 2013 - Jun 21, 2013

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

The Gallery at Firehouse SquarE is presenting a colorful art exhibit highlighting the shores of southeastern Connecticut. Entitled “On The Banks,” the show features vibrant, majestic views of the Mystic, Thames and Niantic rivers, as well as Long Island Sound, masterfully conveyed by Chester artist Liz McGee and her friends Jennifer Holmes of Westbook,  Randie Powers Kahrl of Old Lyme, ...

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Finish Driver's Ed FAST!

Jun 18, 2013 - Jun 30, 2013

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

This summer, drive YOURSELF around! Register now for our fast and flexible program. Finish driver's ed class in only 3 weeks at one of our 66 Connecticut locations. Take classes mornings and evenings, ALL summer long. Our flexible payment plan makes driver's education affordable. Enroll online at our website all-stardriver.com or by phone 800.732.8090.

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Yale Summer Cabaret: SUMMER OF GIANTS

Jun 18, 2013 - Aug 18, 2013

The 2013 Yale Summer Cabaret will feature twelve weeks of fun-filled, colorful and exciting performances as audiences are invited on a journey through hundreds of years of history, from the French Baroque to Revolutionary Spain to Modern England. The SUMMER OF GIANTS delivers high-impact programming featuring expressive, theatrical works that embody the time in which the plays were created....

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