Subject: eBuzz June 29, 2022 Spotlight on History

Guide To Arts & Culture In Fairfield County

June 29 - July 5, 2022

TOP PICKS

"DISCOVERING COLOR:

TWO DECADES OF ABSTRACTION" OPENING


THURS JUNE 30, 9AM-5PM

On view through Sept 11th

Bendel Galleries at Stamford Museum & Nature Center

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"WOMEN PULLING AT THE THREADS OF SOCIAL DISCOURSE" OPENING RECEPTION


THURS JUNE 30, 6-8PM

MoCA Westport

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MUSIC ON THE GREAT LAWN:

BILLY & THE SHOWMEN


THURS JUNE 30, 6:30PM

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DAVE MASON


FRI JULY 1, 8PM

The Ridgefield Playhouse

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STEAM STUDIO CAMP


STARTING TUES JULY 5, 9AM-3PM

Stepping Stones Museum for Children

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KIM'S CONVENIENCE


TUES JULY 5, 7PM

Running through July 17th

Westport Country Playhouse

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SPOTLIGHT ON HISTORY

CHATS ON THE PAST:

ANN PERKINS, AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR OF "YALE NEEDS WOMEN"


THURS JUNE 30, 7PM

Westport Museum for History & Culture

A Live discussion with author Anne Perkins, the Connecticut Book award-winning author. Delve into the true story of the women who broke the gender barrier at Yale College in 1969. Along with Perkins, speakers include Connie Royster and Andrea Da Rif (Yale Class of 1973, Staples High School graduate). Registration required.

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ANNUAL JULY 4TH BIKE PARADE

 

MON JULY 4, 10AM

Pequot Library, Southport

Start at the Five Corners in Southport Village with decorated bikes, scooters, and wagons, and parade down Pequot Avenue to arrive at the Great Lawn of Pequot Library where you will enjoy face-painting, hula hooping, bubble gum contests, and crafts. Food trucks, ice cream and drinks will be available. This is a free, weather-permitting community event.

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4TH ANNUAL READING OF THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE


MON JULY 4, 10AM

The Stamford History Center

The History Center’s own Rick Petersen will once again recreate the atmosphere of 1776 Stamford in proclaiming the words of the Declaration from the steps of Stamford’s oldest house. This year includes readings from other documents reflecting multiple voices seeking justice and equality for all peoples.

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INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION


MON JULY 4, 1:30PM

Mill Hill Historic Park, Norwalk

This annual free event opens with the “Let Freedom Ring” Bell Ringing Ceremony when the Town House bell will toll 13 times to commemorate the founding of the original 13 colonies. Norwalk's Mayor Harry Rilling will take part in the ceremony and selected sections of the Declaration of Independence will be read by Norwalk’s Town Clerk, Rick McQuaid. The National Anthem will be performed by BMHS alumni, Bill King.

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DON'T FORGET...

WESTPORT POET LAUREATE, JESSICA NOYES ENTEE & DIANE LOWMAN


WED JUNE 29, 12PM

The Westport Library


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CYNTHIA RASCHERT'S

CIRCUS MOVES FLASH MOB


WED JUNE 29, 6PM

The Ridgefield Library


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CENTENNIAL SUMMER ANIMAL SHOWS


STARTING FRI JULY 1, 11AM & 2PM

Every Thursday and Friday

Beardsley Zoo, Trumbull


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