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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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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

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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Forward Motion

Jul 5, 2013

Forward Motion’s music and performances capture the qualities of music that move people. Steeped in the traditions of funk and soul, their sound is instantly recognizable yet entirely new. Influenced by his jazz and rock backgrounds, singer, songwriter and pianist Alex Godiksen has developed a style that is at once both lyrical and soul-driven. Lead guitarist Andy Sorenson and drummer Jon...

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From The Garden To The Wall

Jul 5, 2013 - Jul 31, 2013

Gallery 53, 53 Colony St. Meriden, will host a floral show July 5 - 31.  Flowers and gardens will be depicted in numerous art forms such as paintings, photos and sculptures.  Garden sculpture and floral arrangements will be available for viewing and purchase.  First Friday Open House, July 5 from 4-7 P.M.  Come for art, appetizers, conversation and music.  Artisian...

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First Friday, Downtown Putnam

Jul 5, 2013 - Dec 6, 2013

This event occurs monthly, on the first Friday of May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December.

Outdoor festival with music, activities and random art large scale attack

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Appetite for Adventure Beekeeping Weekend

Jul 6, 2013 - Jul 7, 2013

  Spend an inspiring weekend with Marina Marchese, beekeeper, author, and founder of Red Bee Honey, learning basic beekeeping practices, homesteading skills, and a variety of honeybee crafts. Learn all about honey, its floral sources, and how to taste honey like a true connoisseur. We’ll create honeybee crafts such as luscious lotions and salves, handmade soap, and...

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Blue Coupe

Jul 6, 2013

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame recently inducted Dennis Dunaway of Blue Coupe into it's illustrious ranks for his work with Alice Cooper.  Joe and Albert Bouchard were founders of rock legends Blue Oyster Cult with multi-Gold and Platinum awards.  Recently back from a sold-out tour of England, Blue Coupe returns to the US for a great summer tour.  This supergroup of influential musicians...

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Celebrating Lyme's Beauty

Jul 6, 2013 - Sep 1, 2013

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

The 3rd Annual Celebrating Lyme's Beauty event, co-organized by the Lyme Art Association, Lyme Land Conservation Trust and the Lyman Allyn Art Museum, will showcase works created in around the Pleasant Valley Preserve, a large nature preserve in Lyme with frontage on the “Wild and Scenic” Eight Mile River. A special opening reception will be held at the Lyme Art Association on Friday,...

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Newtown Savings Bank Fine Arts & Family Series: Alice in Wonderland

Jul 6, 2013

    WCSU Department of Theatre Arts presents "Alice in Wonderland." The WCSU production of "Alice in Wonderland" follows the classic children's tale with an experimental twist and special focus on movement. It features a young girl named Alice whose curiosity gets the better of her when she follows the White Rabbit down the rabbit hole. From there, she arrives in Wonderland, a...

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Newtown Savings Bank Fine Arts & Family Series: Alice in Wonderland

Jul 6, 2013

  WCSU Department of Theatre Arts presents "Alice in Wonderland." The WCSU production of "Alice in Wonderland" follows the classic children's tale with an experimental twist and special focus on movement. It features a young girl named Alice whose curiosity gets the better of her when she follows the White Rabbit down the rabbit hole. From there, she arrives in Wonderland, a mysterious...

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Dave Mason

Jul 6, 2013

English-born David Thomas "Dave" Mason, first found fame with the rock band Traffic. In his long career, Mason has played and recorded with many of the era's most notable pop and rock musicians, including Michael Jackson, Jimi Hendrix, Delaney Bramlett, The Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton, George Harrison, Fleetwood Mac, Steve Winwood, and Cass Elliot. Mason's best known song is "Feelin'...

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War Stars: An Unoffical Parody

Jul 6, 2013

As part of the Newtown Savings Bank Fine Arts and Family Series, "War Stars: An Unauthorized Parody" will be at 9 p.m. at Ives Concert Park on the WCSU Westside campus, 43 Lake Ave. Extension in Danbury. Written, directed and performed by John Stegmaier, this parody will be take you to the far ends of another galaxy. No set, no props, just lights and one man telling the story, living the...

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