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Sunday

1st Sundays Free Admission at The Children's Museum. There’s always something unique, fun, and educational happening at The Children’s Museum. Whether your children are into animals or the stars up in the heavens, TCM offers a special interactive experience your children are sure to enjoy.
The Children's Museum, 950 Trout Brook Drive, West Hartford
Phone: (860) 231-2824 http://www.thechildrensmuseumct.org/

WoodenBoat Show
Attend the 16th Annual WoodenBoat Show and step aboard traditional classics and contemporary wooden boats of every type. Large and small; old and new; power, sail, oar and paddle—all will be on display at Mystic Seaport. Find everything you need to outfit your boat. Learn skills at informative workshops and demonstrations.
Friday, June 29 - Sunday, July 1, 2007
Mystic Seaport
75 Greenmanville Avenue, Mystic, CT 06355
Phone: (860) 572.5315
http://www.mysticseaport.org/

Greater Bridgeport Symphony

Free outdoor Pops Concert with the Greater Bridgeport Symphony Orchestra, Matthew Savery, Guest Conductor, on Saturday, June 30, at 8 PM on the rolling lawn in front of the library at Fairfield University. Gates open at 5:30 PM. Pre-concert at 6:30 pm. No admission charge. No tickets required. Free parking with continuous shuttle buses from campus parking lots to concert site. Bring a picnic and a blanket or beach chair. No pets permitted on campus. (RAIN DATE: Sunday, July 1) Location: Fairfield University, 1073 North Benson Rd., Fairfield
Phone: (203) 576-0263 http://www.bridgeportsymphony.org
Admission: No Admission Event Time: 8:00 pm for Main Event

Bridgeport Bluefish Baseball Home Games
Sunday, July 1, Bluefish vs. Road Warriors, 1:35 pm
Individual Tickets: $10 - $30
Ballpark at Harbor Yard, Bridgeport
Phone: (203) 345-4800 http://www.bridgeportbluefish.com/

Barnum Festival's Great Street Parade

The largest parade in Connecticut will feature military units, drums corps, bag pipers, floats, giant character baloons and clowns. See the website for the parade route. . Location: Steps off at the corner of Lincoln Boulevard & Capitol Avenue, Bridgeport
Phone: (203) 367-8495 http://www.barnumfestival.comAdmission: Free Event Time: 11 AM

Greenwich Polo Matches - Independence Day Celebration

Celebrate Indepence Day at the Greenwich Polo Club. Polo matches also on July 8 & 15th and September 9 & 16. Please check our website for more information. Location: 80 Field Point Road, GreenwichPhone: (203) 661-5420 http://www.greenwichpolo.com

Family Play, Shalamazoo, at Ives Center
WestConn theatre arts students stage "Shalamazoo," a musical-theatre event based on the children's book a "story of a king, a castle and the miraculous world of laughter." The play premiered at the 2001 Edinburgh Fringe Festival in Scotland. AScottish reviewer wrote, "... The play provides plenty of opportunities for the children to climb on stage and march and dance with the Ulbs, or sit enraptured as the cast leave the stage to run, play and hide amongst the audience. It is a delight to watch ..." Tickets are $10 for children, $12 for adults or $40 for a family of four. Phone: 203-837-9226 Website: http://www.ivesconcertpark.com

GREENdependence Day Clam Bake Celebration at New Canaan Nature
Join the New Canaan Nature Center to celebrate Independence Day with a Clam-bake Celebration from 4 to 7 PM featuring all wild caught seafood catered by Mount Kisco Seafood. Organic wines and a presentation by falconer Brian Bradley of Skyhunters In Flight make this a famly event not to be missed. Tickets are $125 for adults and $25 for children. For more information, call 203-966-9577. http://www.newcanaannature.org

Monday

Bridgeport Bluefish Baseball Home Games
Monday, July 2, Bluefish vs. Road Warriors, 7:05 pm
Individual Tickets: $10 - $30
Ballpark at Harbor Yard, Bridgeport
Phone: (203) 345-4800 http://www.bridgeportbluefish.com/

Tuesday

Bridgeport Bluefish Baseball Home Games
Tuesday, July 3, Bluefish vs. Newark Bears, 7:05 pm
Individual Tickets: $10 - $30
Ballpark at Harbor Yard, Bridgeport
Phone: (203) 345-4800 http://www.bridgeportbluefish.com/

Bela Fleck and The Flecktones at Ridgefield Playhouse
The Ridgefield Playhouse presents the entertaining and eclectic Bela Fleck and The Flecktones, who mix it up with music that draws on bluegrass, funk, world music and more styles. Their performance begins at 8 PM. Tickets are $65 and $70. Phone: 203-438-5795 Email: info@ridgefieldplayhouse.org Website: http://www.ridgefieldplayhouse.org

Dancing With The Stars The Tour
The all-star team from Dancing With The Stars is hitting the road for their new tour and making a stop in Bridgeport, July 3rd. Scheduled to dance are Joey Fatone & Kym Johnson, Drew Lachey & Cheryl Burke, Joey McIntyre & Julianne Hough, Joey Lawrence & Edyta Sliwinska, Louis Van Amstel and Alec Mazo plus more of your favorites from the show!
Tuesday, July 3rd 7:30pm
Tickets: $95.25, $65.25, $49.75
Arena at Harbor Yard, 600 Main Street, Bridgeport, CT 06604
Phone: (203) 345-2400
Ticketmaster charge by phone: (203) 368-1000
http://www.arenaatharboryard.com/

Wednesday

Independence Day USA

Independence Day Celebration
Visitors of all ages are invited to join the noontime picnic on the green, which is followed by the 1 pm parade through the village and patriotic ceremonies from the bandstand. Linger to hear a concert presented by the Mystic Silver Cornet Band. Engage in a genteel game of croquet in Mr. Thomas Greenman's side yard. Churn ice cream and reap the delicious rewards!
Wednesday, July 4, 9:00 am- 5:00 pm
Mystic Seaport, 75 Greenmanville Avenue, Mystic, CT 06355
Phone: (860) 572.5315
http://www.mysticseaport.org/

Bridgeport Bluefish Baseball Home Games
Wednesday, July 4, Bluefish vs. Newark Bears, 7:05 pm
Individual Tickets: $10 - $30
Ballpark at Harbor Yard, Bridgeport
Phone: (203) 345-4800 http://www.bridgeportbluefish.com/

Regional YMCA Spirit Triathlon
The Regional YMCA Spirit Triathlon at YMCA Camp Greenknoll includes a 500 meter pool swim, a 12.4 mile bike ride and a 3.1 mile run. Register or view the course at http://regionalymca.org/triathlon.html. Start time is 8:30 AM. A family swim takes place from 10 AM to 2 PM. Phone: 203-775-4444 Website: http://regionalymca.org/triathlon.html

Bike Parade, Lawn Games and Contests For July 4th
Pequot Library's Parade down Pequot Avenue (rain or shine) has Puff leading the way, starting at 10 AM, with decorated bikes, scooters, and wagons. All. are welcome starting at the Five Corners and ending at the Library. New this year are old-fashioned races and games on the Great Lawn. Enter the Family Heritage Recipe Contest and prepare something from an old family recipe. Bring a copy of the recipe for display. Drop off your entry at the Library before the Parade. Judges will sample the entries and award prizes. Call to register for the Heritage Recipe Contest. Phone: 203-227-1611 Website: http://www.pequotlibrary.com

Thursday

Bridgeport Bluefish Baseball Home Games
Friday, July 5, Bluefish vs. Newark Bears, 7:05 pm
Individual Tickets: $10 - $30
Ballpark at Harbor Yard, Bridgeport
Phone: (203) 345-4800 http://www.bridgeportbluefish.com/

Sommers Rosenthal Family Band Play Bluegrass at The Levitt
Bluegrass-folk favorites, the Sommers Rosenthal Family band mixes it up at The Levitt Pavilion in an 8 PM performance. Phone: 203-226-7600 Email: info@levittpavilion.com http://www.levittpavilion.com

Birthday Bash for P.T. Barnum
The Barnum Museum celebrates what would be famed Bridgeport showman and philanthropist P.T. Barnum's 97th birthday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. with crafts, clowns, face-painters, and a delicious birthday cake donated by Luigi's Italian Pastry shop. Jammie the Gentle Clown and magician Amazin' Andy perform. A discounted admission of $2 per adult and $1 per child is in effect this day and children under the age of 4 are admitted free. Phone: 203-331-1104 Email: KMaher@barnum-museum.org Website: http://www.barnum-museum.org

Shakesperience with Shakespeare for the Younger Set, at CityCenter
CityCenter Danbury presents Shakesperience, Shakespeare plays for the younger set performed by this Waterbury, CT group. Their version of Taming of the shrew introduces children to a classic. The performance begins at 7:30 PM. Phone: 203-792-1711 Email: info@citycenterdanbury.com......... Website: http://www.citycenterdanbury.net

Friday

Fistic Fireworks
Travis Simms vs. Joachim Alcine & Vic Darchinyan vs. Nonito Donaire The main event will feature Norwalk's own undefeated WBA Super Welterweight Champion ''Tremendous" Travis Simms (25-0, 19 KOs) defending his crown against undefeated WBA No. 1-ranked mandatory challenger Joachim "Ti-Joa" Alcine (28-0, 18 KOs) from Montreal.
Satuday, July 7th, Doors Open 5:00 pm
Tickets: $350, $200, $100, $50, $35
Arena at Harbor Yard, 600 Main Street, Bridgeport, CT 06604
Phone: (203) 345-2400
Ticketmaster charge by phone: (203) 368-1000
http://www.arenaatharboryard.com/

Westport Sidewalk Sale
Stroll the streets of charming Westport and enjoy good shopping at the annual sidewalk sale. Location: Downtown Westport Phone: (203) 227-3887 http://www.westportdma.com Admission: Free Event Time: Check our website for more information

Branford Marsalis Benefit Concert at WestConn
Western Connecticut presents an evening with the Branford Marsalis Quartet benefitting the Hord Foundation Scholarship Fund at 8 p.m. in Ives Concert Hall. Tickets are $27, $37, $52, $77 and $102, and are available for purchase at www.wcsu.edu/tickets. Phone: 203- 837-8486 ......................... Website: http://www.wcsu.edu

Saturday

Manhattan String Quartet Performs at Ives
The Manhattan String Quartet performs a family-friendly concert starting at 1:15 PM. Principal violinist Eric Lewis is a professor of music at WestConn. The NY Times wrote about the Quartet, "...chamber music performance doesn't come much better than this." Tickets are $20 for adults, $12 for children or $55 for a family of four. Phone: 203-837-9226 Website: http://www.ivesconcertpark.com

Mini Mossman Youth Triathalon
The Mini Mossman Triathalon was created to make the event a special experience for EVERY CHILD who takes part and to welcome and encourage first time and beginner young triathaletes. Sponsored by the City of Norwalk Park & Recreation Dept. Location: Calf Pasture Beach, East Norwalk Phone: (203) 255-8892 http://www.trifitness.com Admission: Please check website for registration information Event Time: 8 AM - please check website for schedule

Saturday Explorers Club: Totally Turtles!
Connecticut’s turtles do have some amazing methods of defense! Discover why the box and musk turtles got their names and meet Connecticut’s only salt marsh turtle, the Diamondback Terrapin. We’ll visit with live turtles of land and water and learn to how identify common turtles. Location: 144 Oenoke Ridge Phone: (203) 966-9577 http://www.newcanaannature.org Admission: Members $8.00, Non-members $11.00. One free parent with paying child. Event Time: 1:30-2:45 PM

Percussion Group Mikata at Went Field
The Black Rock Art Center presents the powerful percussion group Mikata. Mikata ignites the stage in a joyful celebration of Africa, the Caribbean Islands and Brazil. "Elegant traditional African music," according to Vogue Magazine. The event is free and begins at 2 PM at Went Field. ........................ Phone: 203-367-7917

Sunday

Greenwich Polo Club Matches
Polo matches will also be held on July 15 and September 9 & 16. Please check our website for additional information. Location: 80 Field Point Road, Greenwich Phone: (203) 661-5420 http://www.greenwichpolo.com Admission: Please check our website for ticket information Event Time: Please check our website for schedule.

Puerto Rican Day Parade & Festival
Puerto Rican Day Parade of Fairfield County begins at 11AM followed by Music & Entertainment at Seaside Park. Location: Central High School to Seaside Park, Bridgeport Phone: (203) 615-8447 http://www.prparadeffldcty.org Admission: Free Event Time: Parade 11 AM; Music & Entertainment 3:30 PM

SoBe Mossman Triathalon
First time and beginner triathletes of all ages are welcomed and encouraged to enter, as well as top triathletes from acoss the country. Location: Calf Pasture Beach http://www.trifitness.net/sobemossman.htm

Summer Sounds of the World- Mikata: Salsa & Latin Jazz
The Black Rock Art Center presents the powerful percussion group Mikata - Feel your pulse quicken as Mikata ignites the stage in a joyful celebration of Africa, the Caribbean Islands and Brazil. "Elegant traditional African music" - Vogue Magazine. "A kinetic sampling of African music" - New York Times. FREE, 2:00 Info: www.BlackRockArtCenter.com or 203-367-7917 Location: Went Field, corner of Went St. and Railroad Ave. (Exit 26, I-95) Phone: (203) 367-7917 http://www.internationalperformingarts.com Admission: FREE Event Time: 2.00PM-5.00PM

Sunday Morning Soloist at the Bartlett Arboretum
Join us as student soloists from the Yale School of Music perform in our gardens. Bring a chair, your newspaper and relax. Other performances on Sundays through August. Location: Bartlett Arboretum, 151 Brookdale Road, Stamford Phone: (203) 322-6971 http://www.bartlettarboretum.org . Admission: Free with admission to the arboretum Event Time: 10 - 11 AM

Monday

Tuesday

Adult Hikes At Devil’s Den
Meet in the Devil’s Den parking area. Leader: Ray Rauth Visit www.NewCanaanNature.org or call (203)966-9577 for more information. Pre-registration is required. Location: 33 Pent Road Phone: (203) 966-9577 http://www.newcanaannature.org Admission: Free-Donations Accepted. Event Time: 9:30 -11:30 am

Organic Vegetable Garden Tour
Tour Cabbage Hill Farm, Mt. Kisco, NY/ Rainbeau Ridge Farm, Bedford, NY. Cabbage Hill farm features organically grown produce, Tilapia fish, Shetland sheep, geese, ducks, Highland cattle and rare pigs and poultry. Cost includes transportation and tour (bring your own lunch). Visit www.NewCanaanNature.org or call (203)966-9577 for more information. Location: 144 Oenoke Ridge Phone: (203) 966-9577 Admission: Members $24.00 / non-members $30.00 Event Time: 9am – 2 pm Arrive back by 2:30.

Wednesday

Kaleidoscope Theatre performs Snow White
Amazing things happen when Snow White finds the little cottage in the woods.....come along as Snow White discovers that true love is the most potent magic of all!
Wednesday, July 11, 11:00 am
Tickets: $6.50
Chevrolet Theatre, 95 South Turnpike Road, Wallingford, CT. 06492
Phone: (860) 525-4500 or (203) 624-0033
http://www.livenation.com/venue/getVenue/venueId/805

KC and The Sunshine Band in Concert at WestConn
KC and The Sunshine Band performs at 7 p.m. at the Ives Concert Park. Tickets are $88 for platinum seats, $68 for gold seats, $48 for reserved seats and $28 for lawn admission, and can be purchased at www.wcsu.edu/tickets. Phone: 203- 837-8486 Website: http://www.wcsu.edu

Children's Musician SteveSongs at Levitt Pavilion
The Levitt Pavilion presents Parents' Choice Gold Award winner Steve Roslonek of SteveSongs in performance at 7PM with his unique brand of original songs for kids and their families. ................... Phone: 203-226-7600 ........................ Email: info@levittpavilion.com Website: http://www.levittpavilion.com

Thursday

Herb Class
Nancy Moore herbalist and owner of Moorefield herb farm for over 30 years will discuss growing, harvesting, preserving, and using herbs in the mixed border, planters and vegetable gardens. The class will utilize our herb demonstration garden. Visit www.NewCanaanNature.org or call (203)966-9577 for more information. Location: 144 Oenoke Ridge Phone: (203) 966-9577 Admission: Members $11:00 / non-members $15:00. Event Time: 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Friday

ConnectiCon 2007
Featuring the genres of anime, gaming, web-comics, science-fiction, fantasy and more, ConnectiCon is bound to have something of interest for the whole family. At ConnectiCon, convention members will find entertainment including (but not limited to!) gaming tournaments, video
screenings of anime and major motion pictures, informative panels, workshops and demonstrations, and a 12,000 square foot gift shop!
Friday, July 13, 8 am - 6 pm
Connecticut Convention Center, Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT.
http://www.connecticon.org/

Pianists Frederic Chiu and Bob James Perform in Westport
South Shore Music and the Westport Arts Center present pianist Frederic Chiu and jazz piano great Bob James in a program featuring Beethoven, Bach and improvisation. The performance takes place at 8 PM at Westport Town Hall. Tickets are $25 and student tickets (under 18) with valid ID are $5............ Phone: 203-222-7070 Email: info@westportartscenter.org Website:http://www.westportartscenter.org

Shakespeare in the Park - The Players at Putney Gardens
"The Tempest" staged under the stars in a lovely sunken garden in Boothe Memorial Park. Other evening performance dates: July 20, 21, 27 and 28. All Fridays and Saturdays at 8PM. Location: Boothe Memorial Park, Main Street Putney, Stratford Phone: (203) 612-7908 http://www.putneyplayers.org Admission: $15 for adults, $12 for seniors Event Time: 8 PM

Kelly Mittelman in Concert at CityCenter
CityCenter presents a concert by Kelly Mittleman singing her stories with grooves of hip hop and dance, acoustic and trance. The message and the meaning of the past are preserved through Kelly's unique approach to rhythm and her clarion vocal. Her concert begins at 7:30 PM. Phone: 203-792-1711.... Email: info@citycenterdanbury.com Website: http://www.citycenterdanbury.net

Saturday

Clinton Harbor Boat Show
Hundreds of new 2008, left over 2007 and used boats, plus marine related products and services all presented by over 30 dealers, brokers and other marine professionals. The coves over 4 acres of land plus boats displayed in water. Totaling nearly 250 boats on display.
Friday, July 14, 2007, noon - 6 pm
Admission: $8 adults, children under 12 free.
Cedar Island Marina, 34 Riverside Drive, Clinton CT

U.S. WOMEN’S NATIONAL TEAM vs. NORWAY

Tickets, ranging in price from $19 - $150 (on-field seating), will go on sale on Thursday, April 19 at 10 a.m. ET online at ussoccer.com, at all Hartford area Ticketmaster outlets (including Macy’s and FYE), and by phone at 860-525-4500. Tickets will also be available at the Hartford Civic Center box office beginning Friday, April 20 at 12 p.m. ET. Groups of 20 or more can purchase tickets at reduced prices by calling (860) 548-2000. 6:00pm Website: US Soccer
Tickets: $150, $65, $48, $36, $26 & $19

ConnectiCon 2007
Featuring the genres of anime, gaming, web-comics, science-fiction, fantasy and more, ConnectiCon is bound to have something of interest for the whole family. At ConnectiCon, convention members will find entertainment including (but not limited to!) gaming tournaments, video
screenings of anime and major motion pictures, informative panels, workshops and demonstrations, and a 12,000 square foot gift shop!
Saturday, July 14, 8 am - 6 pm
Connecticut Convention Center, Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT.
http://www.connecticon.org/

Air Supply Performs at Ridgefield Playhouse
Ridgefield Playhouse presents the great date band of the 1980's Air Supply, whose hits, Lost in Love, All Out of Love, The One That You Love, Sweet Dreams and Making Love Out of Nothing at All, achieved multi-million plays on the radio. Their performance begins at 8 PM. Tickets are $75.................... Phone:203-438-5795 Email: info@ridgefieldplayhouse.org Website:http://www.ridgefieldplayhouse.org

Animals on the Sidewalk
The annual New Canaan Sidewalk Sale is a chance to get some great bargains from our Nature Gift Shop and meet some of our furry and scaly animal ambassadors! Staff from the Nature Center will be on hand with our invertebrates, reptiles and other animals to meet you as you shop. Stop by our booth to pick up discount coupons for upcoming events! Visit www.NewCanaanNature.org or call (203)966-9577 for more information. Location: 144 Oenoke Ridge Phone: (203) 966-9577 http://www.newcanaannature.org Admission: Free Event Time: 10:00-3:00 p.m.

Westport's 34th Annual Fine Arts Festival
Nationally recognized show. Main Street is closed to vehicular traffic, Grammy level entertainment, and Westport's famed ambience of retail, river and restaurants. In addition to the fine art being exhibited, there will be an abundance of entertainment for children. Location: Main Street, Westport Phone: (203) 247-5926 http://www.westportdma.com Admission: Free Event Time: Please visit website for more information

Family Picnic Party at Stepping Stones
Stepping Stones Museum's Family Picnic Party from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. is a summer evening of fun field games, crafty activities and yummy picnic food, followed by campfire songs. BYO Blanket. Tickets are $12 per person or $10 for museum members. Children under one get in free. For tickets, call 203 899 0606, ext 247. Email: info@steppingstonesmuseum.org Website: http://www.steppingstonesmuseum.org

Sunday

Sunday Brunch Cruises on the Lady Katherine
Every Sunday at noon, Lady Kate launches her Sunday Brunch for your dining pleasure. Feast on a lavish, abundant buffet while cruising the picturesque Connecticut River. Strolling musicians will be playing your song. Click here for the menu.
Sunday, July 15, 2007, noon - 3 pm
Departs from Charter Oak Landing, Hartford, or Harbor Park Landing, Middletown.
Call (866) 867-4837 http://www.ladykatecruises.com/

Barnum Festival's "Greatest Car Show on Earth"
Antique and Classic Car Show features D.J., great music, food and vendors. Great fun for the whole family. Raindate: July 22. Location: Hillcrest Middle School, Daniels Farm Road, Trumbull, CT Phone: (866) 867-8495 http://www.barnumfestival.com Admission: $5 adults, $2 for children under 12 Event Time: 1 PM - 4 PM

Center for Contemporary Printmaking Weekend Workshops
The Center provides stimulating, interactive workshops. Renowned visiting artists and master printers nurture creative expression and lend technical guidance to participants. Location: Mathews Park, 299 West. Avenue, Norwalk Phone: (203) 899-7999 http://www.contemprints.org Admission: Please check website Event Time: Please check website for schedule

Greenwich Polo Club Championship Tournament Match
Matches also on September 9 & 16. Please check our website for additional information. Location: 80 Field Point Road, Greenwich Phone: (203) 661-5420 http://www.greenwichpolo.com Admission: Please check our website for ticket information Event Time: Please check our website

Sunday Morning Soloist at the Bartlett Arboretum
Join us as student soloists from the Yale School of Music perform in our gardens. Bring a chair, your newspaper and relax. Other Sunday mornings throughout the balance of July and all August Sundays. Location: 151 Brookdale Rd., Stamford Phone: (203) 322-6971 http://bartlettarboretum.org Admission: Free with admission to the arboretum Event Time: 10 - 11 AM

Clinton Harbor Boat Show
Hundreds of new 2008, left over 2007 and used boats, plus marine related products and services all presented by over 30 dealers, brokers and other marine professionals. The coves over 4 acres of land plus boats displayed in water. Totaling nearly 250 boats on display.
Saturday, July 15, 2007, 10 am - 6 pm
Admission: $8 adults, children under 12 free.
Cedar Island Marina, 34 Riverside Drive, Clinton CT

ConnectiCon 2007
Featuring the genres of anime, gaming, web-comics, science-fiction, fantasy and more, ConnectiCon is bound to have something of interest for the whole family. At ConnectiCon, convention members will find entertainment including (but not limited to!) gaming tournaments, video
screenings of anime and major motion pictures, informative panels, workshops and demonstrations, and a 12,000 square foot gift shop!
Sunday, July 15, 8 am - 6 pm
Connecticut Convention Center, Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT.
http://www.connecticon.org/

Big Truck Day at The Beardsley Zoo
Local companies display their trucks, including an excavator, articulated loader, backhoe, dump truck, cement truck, ditch witch, crane, Bobcat, and amphibious vehicle at The Beardsley Zoo from noon to 3PM. A local fire department's fire truck is exhibited as well. Phone: 203-394-6565 Website: http://www.beardsleyzoo.org

Reggae Band Anthem Perform at Washington Park
The Black Rock Art Center presents the esteemed reggae band Anthem whose music is laced with big doses of urban contemporary music. Their free performance begins at 2 PM at Washington Park, at the corner of Washington and Barnum Avenues, Bridgeport. Phone: 203-367-7917 ........................................... Website: http://www.internationalperformingarts.com

Monday

Clinton Harbor Boat Show
Hundreds of new 2008, left over 2007 and used boats, plus marine related products and services all presented by over 30 dealers, brokers and other marine professionals. The coves over 4 acres of land plus boats displayed in water. Totaling nearly 250 boats on display.
Sunday, July 16, 2007, 10 am - 5 pm
Admission: $8 adults, children under 12 free.
Cedar Island Marina, 34 Riverside Drive, Clinton CT

Bridgeport Bluefish Baseball Home Games
Monday, July 16, Bluefish vs. Newark Bears, 7:05 pm
Individual Tickets: $10 - $30
Ballpark at Harbor Yard, Bridgeport
Phone: (203) 345-4800 http://www.bridgeportbluefish.com/

Tuesday

Bridgeport Bluefish Baseball Home Games
Tuesday, July 17, Bluefish vs. Newark Bears, 7:05 pm
Individual Tickets: $10 - $30
Ballpark at Harbor Yard, Bridgeport
Phone: (203) 345-4800 http://www.bridgeportbluefish.com/

Wednesday

Bridgeport Bluefish Baseball Home Games
Wednesday, July 18, Bluefish vs. Newark Bears, 10:35 am
Individual Tickets: $10 - $30
Ballpark at Harbor Yard, Bridgeport
Phone: (203) 345-4800 http://www.bridgeportbluefish.com/

Kaleidoscope Theatre performs Alice in Wonderland
When Alice leaves behind Dinah, her kitten, and follows that strange White Rabbit, she gets more adventure than she could ever have dreamed! There's the Duchess and the Queen of Hearts (who's rather cross!) and a Cheshire Cat who keeps leaving his smile behind! Kaleidoscope Theatre's musical adaptation of this Lewis Carroll classic is a great favorite with something for everyone! Join Alice in the wild and wacky world of Wonderland - you'll find a smile that will follow you home!
Wednesday, July 18, 11:00 am
Tickets: $6.50
Chevrolet Theatre, 95 South Turnpike Road, Wallingford, CT. 06492
Phone: (860) 525-4500 or (203) 624-0033
http://www.livenation.com/venue/getVenue/venueId/805

Pops in the Park
Stamford Symphony Conducted By Eckart Preu. The Wizard and Sousa and Strauss, Oh My! Preu leads you Over the Rainbow with show tunes, marches, and waltzes. Location: Columbus Park Phone: (203) 325-1407 http://www.stamfordsymphony.org Admission: FREE Event Time: 6:30

Thursday

Author Jon Katz Discusses Dog Days at Arcadia Coffee
Just Books welcomes Jon Katz, author and co-host of Public Radio's Dog Talk, for a visit to introduce his newest book Dog Days: Dispatches from Bedlam Farm, at 11:00 AM, at Arcadia Coffee Company. Katz operates Bedlam Farm in upstate New York with his wife and his canine companions, some chickens and sheep, and even a few donkeys and cows. The event is free. Phone: 203-637-0707 ........................ Email: bookship@justbooks.org Website: http://www.justbooks.org

Greenwich July Sidewalk Sale
Summer is sizzling and that means it's time for the Annual Greenwich Sidewalk Sale! Location: Pls visit www.greenwichchamber.com for full details Phone: (203) 869-3500 http://www.greenwichchamber.com Admission: Free

Atwater-Donnelly Band at The Levitt Pavilion
At 8 PM, The Levitt Pavilion presents Atwater- Donnelly Band with its unique blend of traditional American and Celtic folk music and dance. Phone: 203-226-7600 Email: info@levittpavilion.com Website: http://www.levittpavilion.com

Friday

The Preservation Hall Jazz Band at Ridgefield Playhouse
A New Orleans institution for over forty years, The Preservation Hall Jazz Band leaves its home in the French Quarter to return to the stage of The Ridgefield Playhouse for one performance at 8 p.m. as part of the Danbury Audi Jazz Series. Tickets are $45 & $50. Phone 203-438-5795 Email: info@ridgefieldplayhouse.org Website: http://www.ridgefieldplayhouse.org

Just Books's Party for New Harry Potter Book
Just Books offers Harry Potter fans ages 6 to 15, a fun opportunity to wait out the night with a Harry Potter Party, in anticipation of the release of the 7th Harry Potter book, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Year Seven. The party, from 7 PM to 12:01 AM, features Harry Potter trivia games, Harry Potter movies, a costume contest, snacks, gifts and more. Admission is prepayment of one book per family for $34.99, payable when making the reservation or upon the child(ren)'s check-in to the event. Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling Just Books, Too Phone: 203-637-0707 Email: bookship@justbooks.org ......................... Website: http://www.justbooks.org

Idol Finalist Paris Bennett at Ives Center
Paris Bennett, a top 10 American Idol finalist in 2006 with a stunning range, shows off her vocal ability in concert at Ives starting at 7:30 PM. Doors open at 5:30 PM. Phone: 203-837-9226 Website: http://www.ivesconcertpark.com

Shakespeare in the Park - The Players at Putney Gardens
"The Tempest" staged under the stars in a lovely sunken garden in Boothe Memorial Park. Other evening performance dates: July 27 and 28. Location: Boothe Memorial Park, Main Street Putney, Stratford Phone: (203) 612-7908 http://putneyplayers.org Admission: $15 for adults, $12 for seniors Event Time: 8 PM

Ashford and Simpson Perform at McLevy Green
The Black Rock Art Center presents Ashford and Simpson, the exciting writer-performer musical couple with 22 gold and platinum records and 50 ASCAP awards, including hit songs for Ray Charles, Whitney Houston, Chaka Khan, Aretha Franklin and many more. Performance is free and begins at 6 PM at McLevy Green. Phone: 203-367-7917 Website: http://www.internationalperformingarts.com

Saturday

Indian Ocean Performs at CityCenter Danbury
CityCenter Danbury presents Indian Ocean combines the improvisational depths of Indian classical music and the cathartic intensity of rock. Their performance begins at 7:30 PM. Phone: 203-792-1711 Email: info@citycenterdanbury.com ...... Website: http://www.citycenterdanbury.net

Shakespeare in the Park - The Players at Putney Gardens
"The Tempest" staged under the stars in a lovely sunken garden in Boothe Memorial Park. Other evening performance dates: July 27 and 28. Location: Boothe Memorial Park, Main Street Putney, Stratford Phone: (203) 612-7908 http://putneyplayers.org Admission: $15 for adults, $12 for seniors Event Time: 8 PM

Fairfield County Open Garden Day
Opening America's best private gardens to the public since 1995. Please check our website for other Open Garden Days. Location: Please check our website Phone: (888) 842-2442 http://www.gardenconservancy.org Admission: $5 per garden Event Time: Please check our website

New Canaan Annual Village Fair & Sidewalk Sale
Over 100 merchants, restaurants and organizations create a giant block party in the downtown business district. Entertainment, clowns, music and bargains. Al fresco dining & dancing in the streets. Location: Downtown New Canaan Phone: (203) 966-2004 http://www.newcanaanchamber.com Admission: Free Event Time: 9 AM - 5 PM rain or shine

Christmas in July at Sheffield Island Lighthouse
Family fun includes breakfast with Santa (Saturday only), holiday crafts for children to make and early holiday shopping for ornaments and gifts with a nautical theme and visits with Santa Claus. Tour the decorated historic lightouse. Lunch, snacks & beverages available for purchase. Location: Board ferry at Norwalk Seaport Association Dock off the IMAX parking lot at the corner of Washington and Water Streets, South Norwalk Phone: (203) 838-9444 http://www.seaport.org Admission: Regular ferry price: $20 adults; $12 children ages 4-12, $5 children ages 3 and under Event Time: Saturday ferries depart -- 9:30 AM, 11 AM, 12:30 PM, 2 PM, 3:30 PM. Sunday ferries depart -- 11 AM, 2 PM, 3:30 PM

Sunday

David Munnelly Band, Direct from Ireland, Performs in Bridgeport
The Black Rock Art Center presents the award-winning David Munnelly Band direct from Ireland. Accordion wizard Munnelly brings new excitement and depth to traditional music, with his unique West Mayo style of playing - a wilder, freer style, evocative of the rugged beauty of Ireland's beautiful West coast. This free concert begins at 2 PM at Puglio Park. Phone: 203-367-7917 ............................. Website: http://www.internationalperformingarts.com

Sunday Morning Soloist at the Bartlett Arboretum
Join us as student soloists from the Yale School of Music perform in our gardens. Bring a chair and your newspaper and relax. Sundays through August. Location: 151 Brookdale Road, Stamford Phone: (203) 322-6971 http://bartlettarboretum.org Admission: Free with admission to arboretum Event Time: 10 - 11 AM

Monday

Tee Off To Benefit Beardsley Zoo
The Beardsley Zoo invites golfers on all skill levels to participate in its first charity golf tournament at Connecticut Golf Club in Easton with a "best ball" format and 12:00 p.m. shotgun start. Lunch is provided at the turn, dinner with an open bar, a silent auction and a goody bag with a Fairway and Green golf shirt for each golfer. Event sponsorships are available from $2,500 to $20,000, which includes at least one foursome at every sponsorship level. Individuals may register with a $400 fee per player, with proceeds benefiting the Zoo's education and conservation programs. For more information, contact Aimee Marcella, Development and Membership Manager, at 203-394-6574 or amarcella@beardsleyzoo.org. Website: http://www.beardsleyzoo.org

Tuesday

Wednesday

Bridgeport Bluefish Baseball Home Games
Wednesday, July 25, Bluefish vs. Camden Riversharks, 7:05 pm
Individual Tickets: $10 - $30
Ballpark at Harbor Yard, Bridgeport
Phone: (203) 345-4800 http://www.bridgeportbluefish.com/

Pops in the Park
Stamford Symphony Conducted By Eckart Preu. Hooray for Hollywood! Preu takes on James Bond, E.T., Psycho, Gladiator, Raiders, and more. Location: Columbus Park ........................ Phone: (203) 325-1407 http://www.stamfordsymphony.org Admission: FREE Event Time: 6:30 pm

Zucchini Brothers at The Levitt Pavilion
The Levitt Pavilion presents Parents' Choice Gold Award winners The Zucchini Brothers with their zany musical stir-fry at 7 PM. Phone: 203-226-7600 Email: info@levittpavilion.com Website: http://www.levittpavilion.com

Thursday

Bridgeport Bluefish Baseball Home Games
Thursday, July 26, Bluefish vs. Camden Riversharks, 10:35 am
Individual Tickets: $10 - $30
Ballpark at Harbor Yard, Bridgeport
Phone: (203) 345-4800 http://www.bridgeportbluefish.com/

Kaleidoscope Theatre performs Cinderella
The washing and waxing and scrubbing have been finished, but Cinderella's ball gown is ruined and her Stepmother and stepsisters have already left for the ball! Will the Fairy Godmother arrive in time? The mice seem to think so...
Thursday, July 26, 11:00 am
Tickets: $6.50
Chevrolet Theatre, 95 South Turnpike Road, Wallingford, CT. 06492
Phone: (860) 525-4500 or (203) 624-0033
http://www.livenation.com/venue/getVenue/venueId/805

Friday

Bridgeport Bluefish Baseball Home Games
Friday, July 27, Bluefish vs. Camden Riversharks, 7:05 pm
Individual Tickets: $10 - $30
Ballpark at Harbor Yard, Bridgeport
Phone: (203) 345-4800 http://www.bridgeportbluefish.com/

Al Jardine and His Endless Summer Band at Ridgefield Playhouse
Legendary vocalist and Grammy Award winner Al Jardine, a founding member of the Beach Boys, brings the classic sounds of The Beach Boys to The Ridgefield Playhouse with his Endless Summer Bandat 8 p.m. Tickets are $67.50 and $75. Phone: 203-438-5795 Email: info@ridgefieldplayhouse.org ..... Website: http://www.ridgefieldplayhouse.org

Crystal Theatre - "Choreographers Showcase"
4th annual showcase with talented young dancers performing original works by new choreographers and professionals. Location: Crystal Theatre Performing Arts Center, Bayview & Hillside Avenues, South Norwalk Phone: (203) 847-4850 http://www.crystaltheatre.org Admission: $12 adults -- $10 students Event Time: 8:00 p.m.

Shakespeare in the Garden - The Players at Putney Gardens
"The Taming of the Shrew" staged under the stars in a lovely sunken garden in Boothe Memorial Park. The last weekend of this run. Location: Boothe Memorial Park, Main Street Putney, Stratford Phone: (203) 612-7908 http://www.putneyplayers.org Admission: $15 adults, $12 seniors Event Time: 2 PM

Jazz Master Eddie Palmieri Performs at McLevy Green
The Black Rock Art Center presents legendary, multiple Grammy Award winner, Eddie Palmieri famous for mixing salsa with R&B, pop, rock, Spanish vocals and jazz improv at McLevy Green. His concert is free and begins at 6:00 pm. Phone: 203-367-7917 Website: http://www.internationalperformingarts.com

Saturday

Bridgeport Bluefish Baseball Home Games
Saturday, July 28, Bluefish vs. Somerset Patriots, 7:05 pm
Individual Tickets: $10 - $30
Ballpark at Harbor Yard, Bridgeport
Phone: (203) 345-4800 http://www.bridgeportbluefish.com/

Antique & Classic Boat Rendezvous
Dressed and in pristine condition, approximately 50 classic vessels create a colorful gathering along the Museum’s waterfront all day Saturday and Sunday morning for your viewing pleasure. Mid-day Sunday, the Museum’s National Historic Landmark steamboat Sabino leads the vessels in a jubilant, costume- and music-filled three-mile parade down the Mystic River.
Saturday, July 28, 9 am -5 pm
Mystic Seaport, 75 Greenmanville Avenue, Mystic, CT 06355
Phone: (860) 572.5315
http://www.mysticseaport.org/

Connecticut Challenge Non-Competitive Bike Rides for Charity
The Connecticut Challenge is a non-competitive bike ride that raises money for the Connecticut Challenge Survivorship Clinic at Yale Cancer Center. Riders of all ages and skill levels can register for a 12, 25, 50 or 100-mile ride and raise funds from personal sponsors to support their efforts. The 2007 Connecticut Challenge starts and finishes in Fairfield. To register to ride, volunteer or contribute to the 2007 event, visit www.ctchallenge.org. To watch a video clip of last year's ride, go to http://ctchallenge.org/images/videoplayer2006.html. Phone: 203-353-7690 http://ctchallenge.org

Silent Hike At Devil’s Den
Leader: Steve White Let nature do the talking. Any conversation along the way is limited to rest points so members can drink in the full experience of the Den. 3-5 miles. Adults (and very quiet children) only. Meet in the Devil’s Den parking area Visit www.NewCanaanNature.org or call (203)966-9577 for more information. Location: 33 Pent Road Phone: (203) 966-9577 http://www.newcanaannature.org Admission: Free-Donations Accepted. Event Time: 1 -4 pm

The Crawdaddies Perform at The Levitt Pavilion
The Levitt Pavilion presents The Crawdaddies who infuse Cajun, Zydeco, Funk, Swing, Soul, Reggae, Roots and Rock into a unique groove-laden sound all their own. The performance begins at 8 PM. Phone: 203-226-7600 .................... Email: info@levittpavilion.com Website: http://www.levittpavilion.com

Sunday

Sunday Brunch Cruises on the Lady Katherine
Every Sunday at noon, Lady Kate launches her Sunday Brunch for your dining pleasure. Feast on a lavish, abundant buffet while cruising the picturesque Connecticut River. Strolling musicians will be playing your song. Click here for the menu.
Sunday, July 29, 2007, noon - 3 pm
Departs from Charter Oak Landing, Hartford, or Harbor Park Landing, Middletown.
Call (866) 867-4837 http://www.ladykatecruises.com/

Bridgeport Bluefish Baseball Home Games
Sunday, July 29, Bluefish vs. Somerset Patriots, 1:35 pm
Individual Tickets: $10 - $30
Ballpark at Harbor Yard, Bridgeport
Phone: (203) 345-4800 http://www.bridgeportbluefish.com/

Antique & Classic Boat Rendezvous
Dressed and in pristine condition, approximately 50 classic vessels create a colorful gathering along the Museum’s waterfront all day Saturday and Sunday morning for your viewing pleasure. Mid-day Sunday, the Museum’s National Historic Landmark steamboat Sabino leads the vessels in a jubilant, costume- and music-filled three-mile parade down the Mystic River.
Sunday, July 29, 9 am - 12:30 pm
Mystic Seaport, 75 Greenmanville Avenue, Mystic, CT 06355
Phone: (860) 572.5315
http://www.mysticseaport.org/

Sunday Morning Soloist at the Bartlett Arboretum
Join us as student soloists from the Yale School of Music perform in our gardens. Bring a chair and your newspaper and relax. Other performances throughout August. Location: 151 Brookdale Road, Stamford Phone: (203) 322-6971 http://bartlettarboretum.org Admission: Free with admission to the arboretum Event Time: 10 - 11 AM

Latin Rock Band Cosmic Jibaros Performs at Newfield Park
The Black Rock Art Center presents Cosmic Jibaros, the band that has redefined Latin rock, building from Latin and Caribbean rhythms, adding funked up guitars and accordion flourishes to achieve a sound both cross-cultural and highly danceable music. Their performance takes place at Newfield Park at 2 PM and is free. Phone: 203-367-7917 Website: http://www.internationalperformingarts.com

Monday

Bridgeport Bluefish Baseball Home Games
Monday, July 30, Bluefish vs. Somerset Patriots, 7:05 pm
Individual Tickets: $10 - $30
Ballpark at Harbor Yard, Bridgeport
Phone: (203) 345-4800 http://www.bridgeportbluefish.com/

Audubon Greenwich's Moonlight Hike
Audubon Greenwich presents its Moonlight Hike from 8 PM to 9:30 PM, exploring the night world at Audubon Greenwich and offering the chance to hear coyotes howling. Bring flashlights in case of cloud cover. For ages 7 and up. ............ Registration is required. Phone: 203-869-5272 Website: http://greenwich.audubon.org/

Tuesday

THE POLICE presented by Best Buy
Special Guest: Fiction Plane. Tickets available online at www.livenation.com or at www.ticketmaster.com at Ticketmaster outlets, or Ticketmaster charge-by-phone at (860) 525-4500, (203) 744-8100, (203) 624-0033 or (413) 733-2500.
Tuesday, July 31, 8:00 pm Tickets: $228, $93 & $53 Rentschler Field, East Hartford
http://www.rentschlerfield.com/

Melville Marathon
Never got around to reading Moby-Dick? Well, here's the perfect chance. In fact, someone will even read it to you, in the perfect setting -- the last wooden whaleship in the world, the Charles W. Morgan. Celebrate Herman Melville's birthday with a 24-hour marathon reading of his classic novel.
Tuesday & Wednesday, July 31-August 1, 2007 / Noon-Noon
Mystic Seaport 75 Greenmanville Avenue, Mystic, CT 06355
Phone: (860) 572.5315 http://www.mysticseaport.org/

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