FC BUZZ Weekend September 6 - 8
HamletHub is proud to partner with the Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County and FCBuzz to Elevate Arts and Culture in Fairfield County! Each week, look for a listing of weekend events and activities. The Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County celebrates the vibrancy and diversity of the arts and culture across 15 towns in coastal Fairfield County. Sign up to receive a free eBuzz newsletter with top picks and spotlight events from the hundreds of events posted on FCBuzz.
Sherwood Island Park
Friday Sep 6, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Celebrate and support the efforts in protecting the coastal sanctuary space, caring for wildlife habitat, and providing environmental education programs. This vibrant event brings together supporters who gather at the park for a delightful seafood fest and Silent Auction along Long Island Sound.
Saugatuck Rowing Club
Friday Sep 6, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
An exciting evening including dinner, drinks, dancing, and more. The Dylan Connor Trio will fill Saugatuck Rowing Club with music as they celebrate how far they’ve have come AND their big plans for where they are headed. Guests will have the opportunity to have their life story written in 60 seconds by storyteller Dan Hurley, and stay tuned for our diverse silent auction offerings - you will want to get involved! Dress in Gatsby attire or your best black and gold!
Open VISIONS Forum - The Lafayette National Symposium
Dogwood Room at Fairfield University
Saturday, Sep 7, 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Join the American Friends of Lafayette for a day-long symposium on the Marquis de La Fayette, the French nobleman who joined the American revolutionary cause. As we approach the 250th anniversary of the founding of our nation, this symposium aims to foster and promote personal connections by way of continual research into the history that began with the American War of Independence, and includes documents and discoveries past and present that shed more light on the life of this French visionary leader.
Klein Memorial Auditorium
Saturday Sep 7, 1:00 pm - 4:15 pm
Outdoor beer and music festival featuring Connecticut Brewers, food trucks, vendors, games and live music by What Up Funk.
When the Aztec Eagle Soared Over Bridgeport with Abraham Lima
Bridgeport Public Library
Saturday Sep 7, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we are delighted to host grassroots historian Abraham Lima for a special presentation on Mexican immigration and heritage in Bridgeport.
Renowned Ornithologist David Sibley Presents: What It’s Like to be a Bird
New Canaan Library
Saturday Sep 7, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
New Canaan Land Trust, Friends of Bristow Park and New Canaan Library are pleased to host a presentation by David Sibley, the country’s leading expert on birds. Mr. Sibley’s talk will be followed by a reception, during which time books will be available for purchase from Elm Street Books.
FACE OFF: A Elton John-Billy Joel Tribute ... Jamie Hulley Arts Foundation's EVENING for the ARTS
Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts
Saturday Sep 7, 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
FACE OFF: A Musical Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel headlines the Jamie Hulley Arts Foundation’s 22nd Annual Evening for the Arts Gala on Saturday, September 7, 2024 , at Fairfield University’s Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts. The Evening for the Arts reception and raffle preview begins at 6:30 p.m
Park City Music Hall at Fairfield Center Stage
Saturday Sep 7, 4:00 pm - 6:15 pm
Fairfield Center Stage (FCS), a community theater group, will present an immersive production of the American Tribal Love-Rock Musical HAIR in Black Rock.
ColleCTomania: Christopher Pullman, collector and designer
MoCA CT
Sunday Sep 8, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Christopher Pullman is a Cambridge-based designer and artist who has received highest honors from the American Institute of Graphic Arts. For 35 years, Chris shaped design and branding at Boston public broadcasting network, WGBH. A widely-published design leader and lecturer, Chris earned his MFA from Yale, where he served for decades as a Senior Critic in Design.
Music at the Barn, Weston History & Culture Center
Faster Things
Sunday Sep 8, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Faster Things is first and foremost fans of the music and the legacy of The Allman Brothers Band. The band grew up with the Allman Bothers music as an inspiring soundtrack to their lives. Performing their music is their humble tribute and loving appreciation for the iconic American music of The Allman Bother Band.
Stepping Stones Museum for Children
Sunday Sep 8, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Unleash your learning superpowers and embark on a STEAM-powered journey through the world of comic books and superheroes! Become a superhero for the week as we celebrate the men, women, extraterrestrials, robots and animals that have special abilities and are known to save the world from time to time. From creating comic art to training like a superhero, our super-charged activities are designed to ignite creativity, encourage curiosity and boost problem-solving skills. Costumes encouraged!
25 Years of MONOTHON Exhibition
Center for Contemporary Printmaking
Sunday Sep 8, 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
For 25 years, CCP has held a fundraising event called Monothon. This “Marathon of Monotype Printmaking” is a unique form of fundraiser established in 1986 by Santa Fe artist, educator, and printer Ron Pokrasso. Our founder, Grace Ross Shanley adapted the fundraiser for our community, and it is now the longest continually running Monothon in the world.
Artisan Marketplace Summer Series
MoCA CT
Sunday Sep 8, 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
This year’s Artisan Marketplace will be held outdoors, providing a beautiful and spacious setting for visitors to explore a wide variety of unique, handcrafted items. From jewelry and pottery to textiles and artwork, there will be something for everyone to enjoy and appreciate. The galleries inside will also be open to enjoy our latest exhibition. The Artisan Marketplace Summer Series is a perfect opportunity for families and friends to spend a leisurely afternoon supporting and discovering the talent and creativity of local artisans. We continue to accept vendor applications – click here to apply!
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