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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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Archive »Current Issue Features

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

Foley Holds Slight Lead Over Malloy for Governor in QU Poll

Foley Holds Slight Lead Over Malloy for Governor in QU Poll

Poll also shows voters favor new gun laws but don't like Keno.

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.

 

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Swing Out Sister

Jul 12, 2013

Swing Out Sister have been making music and touring worldwide since 1985, and this year celebrate the 25th anniversary of their first album " It's Better to Travel" entering the UK charts at number one. Corinne Drewery & Andy Connell continue to create their own unique blend of cinematic jazz pop that appeals to music fans the world over with a sound that owes as much to jazz fusion and...

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Tokneke Club - Doug Allen Acoustic Show

Jul 12, 2013

Doug Allen is a Connecticut-based singer/songwriter’s who’s catchy hooks and rich voice keep getting him noticed by filmmakers and music fans. His latest album, featuring the single Sacramento, is now available on iTunes: “…It’s a great combination of original songs, ranging in sound from Keith Urban to Train, with a little bit of the Zac Brown Band in there for good measure.”...

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Lori Warner Studio/Gallery features Kate Cordsen, Ravine Series

Jul 13, 2013 - Sep 30, 2013

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

The Lori Warner Studio/Gallery is pleased to feature the otherworldly photography of Kate Cordsen with a solo exhibition of Cordsen’s landscapes entitled Ravine.  This series of large, minimalist work will be on display from July 13 - September 30, 2013, featuring a gallery visit by Cordsen on Sunday, August 18.    “I am very selective in offering solo exhibitions,” said...

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Book Talk: Robert Steele, The Curse

Jul 13, 2013

Former Connecticut Congressman Bob Steele will discuss his newly-published book The Curse: Big-Time Gambling's Seduction of a Small New England Town. The story is set against the explosion of casino gambling that hit Connecticut during the 1990s, when two Indian tribes built the world’s two biggest casinos in the southeastern corner of the state.  The story begins with the Pequot War in...

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More Tales from the Civil War

Jul 13, 2013

Cedar Hill Cemetery is the final resting place of more than 175 soldiers who fought in the War Between the States. Hartford Civil War researcher Mary Falvey returns to share more stories about the lives and war experiences of some of Cedar Hill Civil War veterans and their families and loved ones.

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7 Bridges

Jul 13, 2013

7 Bridges : The Ultimate EAGLES Experience is a stunningly accurate tribute to the music of the Eagles. Using no backing tracks or harmonizers, 7 Bridges faithfully re-creates the experience of an Eagles concert from the band’s most prolific period. Every show features one brilliant hit single after another with some mighty Don Henley and Joe Walsh surprises sprinkled into the mix. 7...

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Pork in the Park BBQ

Jul 13, 2013 - Jul 14, 2013

Mill River Collaborative, the Mayor’s Youth Employment Program and Bar Q BBQ Saloon invite you to a Smokin’ Good Time in Downtown Stamford’s new Mill River Park and Greenway for the 1st Annual Pork in the Park BBQ Festival, July 13 & 14.  Join us for two days of tasty food, cooking demos, swinging music, kids play zone and of course an official Kansas City...

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HUGE 38th Annual Newtown Book Sale

Jul 13, 2013 - Jul 17, 2013

HUGE 38th Annual Newtown Book Sale July 13-17, at Reed Intermediate School, Newtown, CT. With 120,000+ Books, CDs, DVDs, LPs, audiobooks, and a Rare and Collectibles Room,  it is considered one of the largest and best organized book sales in New England.  There are over 87 categories of books, fiction is alphabetized by author, and children's books are organized by reading level.   $5...

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Tony Bennett

Jul 13, 2013

   6:30 PM Gates / 8 PM Show Ticket Prices: $86.00 Reserved / $36.00 Lawn

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Fresh Yoga!

Jul 13, 2013

Looking for a way to unwind? Come join us for a relaxing experience of Fresh Yoga!

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