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National Day of Healing

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With thanks to Jane L. Love for the following…

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On Sunday August 25 at 3:00 p.m., First Presbyterian Church of Stamford will be ringing the Carillon Bells to commemorate the National Day of Healing for the 400th anniversary of the first landing of enslaved Africans in English occupied North American. The bells will toll 4 minutes, one for each century.

The first landing of enslaved Africans was at Point Comfort in Hampton, Virginia, now part of the Fort Monroe National Monument, a unit of the National Park System. The anniversary will be commemorated at Fort Monroe as a day of healing and reconciliation. The park and its partners have invited all 419 national parks, NPS programs, community partners and the public to come together and ring bells simultaneously across the nation.

After the 4 minute bell tolling, carillonneur Marietta Douglas will give a short concert commemorating the occasion. The carillon at First Presbyterian Church stands 260 feet and contains 56 bells weighing from 15 to 6,820.

#thefishchurch
#RingtoRemember
#400years

https://www.nps.gov/subjects/partnerships/bell-ringing-for-400th.htm

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#wotm #keepitlocal #stamfordhistory #knowwheretogo

Happenings, stamford, Weekly Happenings

Stamford Weekly Happenings: Aug 27th-31st

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It’s the final week of August Stamford and to top it all off…it’s time to go BACK TO SCHOOL! We know what a bummer that is for a whole lot of you but think of it this way, it’s about to be Pumpkin Spice Latte season and they make everything better.
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The biggest happening this week is of course the ST. LEO’S FAIR!!!!! It’s that time of the year to get your pizza fritta on and maybe win a minion…the fair of fairs is finally here!! Runs from Tuesday the 28th-Saturday the 1st. For more info: Click Here for Info
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Just a quick reminder that Stamford Restaurant Weeks are still running through Sept. 2nd so there is still time to visit your favorite place or check out one of the many new restaurants that have opened up. For the list and menus (lunch and dinner) of the participating restaurants: Click Here for Info
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Now for this week’s happenings. While not a complete list of everything going on around town, we try to find you a good mix of events from business networking to family friendly things to do, to fitness fun and more. You never know what will make the list and you may even find a new adventure right here in Stamford!
Let’s get to it…here’s what we’ve found for you and remember, weather can change some of these listings so be sure to call ahead. Btw, many are FREE!
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Monday August 27th:
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NEW:
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Sign of the Whale: Women Entrepreneur Social Networking Happy Hour. 5:30pm-8:30pm FREE entry, happy hour drink specials and be sure to bring business cards! Click Here for Info
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Curtain Call: OPEN auditions for ELF!!! Channel your inner Buddy and sing loud for all to hear while you go for one of the roles available for this musical comedy that’s based on one of the greatest Christmas movies ever! Monday & Tuesday 7-9pm: Click Here for Info
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Harbor Point Square: Painting w/Pinot’s Palette–FREE event every Monday. Two, 30 minute sessions starting at 6:30pm. Sign up on the site, be there on time or lose your spot! (call ahead to see if there is still availability) Click Here for Info
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WEEKLY:
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The Stone House: Zumba at the Stone House (recurring event) 9:30am-10:30am: Click Here for Info
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Stamford Museum & Nature Center: Exquisite Miniatures exhibit in the Arcade of the Bendel Mansion. 50 paintings by miniature artists  by Wes and Rachel Siegrist that look so real, they look more like photos than paintings! Ongoing event through Sept. 21st. Click Here for Info
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Roasted Sandwich Co.: Monday Night Fun Run with 6:30:pm start time. (Weekly event) 3, 4 And 5 mile options. Click Here for Info
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Harbor Point: Revolution Fitness in Commons Park at 6:15pm. High intensity workout every Monday night. Click Here for Info
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Metropolitan Dance Center: Advanced Salsa/Bachata Class; $15 per person; 8pm. Check their calendar for a list of this and all their classes: Click Here for Info
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Tuesday August 28th:
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NEW:
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Mill River Park: Musical Bike Ride! Kid friendly event. 6:30pm start time, meet on the grand steps. Bring your bikes, helmets and silly attitudes with you! Click Here for Info
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Amore Cucina & Bar: Stamford Social Chess Club hosts this social event of playing chess over some drinks. 6:30-8:30pm. Click Here for Info
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Harbor Point: F45 Training Bootcamp in Commons Park at 6:30pm. Click Here for Info
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Curtain Call: OPEN auditions for ELF!!! Channel your inner Buddy and sing loud for all to hear while you go for one of the roles available for this musical comedy that’s based on one of the greatest Christmas movies ever! Monday & Tuesday 7-9pm: Click Here for Info
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St. Leo’s Begins: 6pm-11pm Tonight’s LIVE music: Undercover Click Here for Info
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WEEKLY:
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Government Center: Stamford Alive Morning Networking & Referral Group–weekly Tuesday business event hosted by BNI Alive. 7:45am, free event. B2B, B2C, sales and bus. professionals looking to meet like minded folks. See event page for details: Click Here for Info
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Crab Shell: Tiki Tuesday w/ Captain John’s Tiki Tours and Rentals. Take a tour of Stamford Harbor and see part of our coastline in a whole new way! $25 per person, 4:30pm. Please see event page for all the info and tickets: Click Here for Info
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Mill River Park: BollyFit w/Jayshree Srikanthr (FREE weekly event) at 7pm! Click Here for Info
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Wednesday August 29th:
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NEW:
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Ferguson Library: Mindfulness and Meditation 1-2pm. Free. 3rd floor main library. Click Here for Info
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Kashi Stamford:  Wednesday Night Pub Run (FREE event) begins at 6:30pm. 3, 4 and 5 mile options and you can find the maps and more info here: Click Here for Info
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St. Leo’s Continues: 6pm-11pm Tonight’s LIVE music: What It Is Click Here for Info
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Weekly:
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The Ferguson Library Main Branch: Youth Makerspace Open Hours 4-6pm Click Here for Info
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Stamford Toys: FREE Make & Take Playdate Kid friendly event 4-6pm! Click Here for Info
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Comradity Strategy and Creative Resource Center: Crashcode Hacknights join the tech and startup communities with a FREE weekly networking event. Student come to work on a project from start to finish with the goal of creating a prototype. Click Here for Info
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Harbor Point–Three events:
 
Commons Park: LIVE music with the Hot Rubber Monkey Band. (gotta love the  name) at 6pm! Click Here for Info
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Yappy Hour: Dog park across from Commons Park. 6:30pm; Wine and dogs, gotta love it! Click Here for Info
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Then stay for…
Free Movies in the Park presents The Incredibles! 8:15pm; bring blanket, snacks and friends. Click Here for Info
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Mill River Park: Afro Flow Yoga on the grand steps. (weekly event) Free to join in the fun! 7pm. Click Here for Info
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Thursday August 30th:
 
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NEW:
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Mill River Park: River Meanders–last Thursday of every month. Each walk covers a different topic and this week’s walk will have a special guest discussing Urban Birds. (if you’ve ever been to Mill River or Scalzi Nature preserve, you know how many different kinds of birds there are down there–now you can learn about them!) Meet on the grand steps at 6pm, walk begins at 6:10pm. Click Here for Info
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St. Leo’s Continues: 6pm-11pm LIVE music tonight is: Kim and the Other Ones Click Here for Info
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WEEKLY:
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Fairgate Farm: Farmers Market every Thursday thru October 12pm-6pm. Click Here for Info
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Mill River Park: Zumba w/Eddie Calle 7pm; FREE Click Here for Info
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Harbor Point Commons Park–Two events:
Tai Chi w/Nana 5-7pm. Click Here for Info
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Crossfit w/Carozza Fitness every Thursday thru Aug. 30th from 7-8pm. FREE! Click Here for Info
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Metropolitan Dance Center: Advanced Foxtrot! $15 per person. Click Here for Info
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Friday August 31st:
 
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NEW:
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St. Leo’s Fair: Continues tonight! Tonight’s LIVE band is Free Ride. End the week with some music, rides and games (and pizza fritta)!! 6pm-11pm Click Here for Info
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Weekly:
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The Ferguson Library Main Branch: Friday Flicks Presents: Despicable Me 3! FREE; 2pm; Ages 6 & up. Click Here for Info
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Harbor Point: Latin Dancing Commons Park at 5pm. FREE weekly event w/Vuk! Beginners to advanced, all welcome. Click Here for Info
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Stamford History Center: For something different, why not go up and visit the Hoyt-Barnum House?! Learn about life in Stamford in the 1600’s in The oldest house in the city. Recently restored to what it looked like when it was built in 1699, this is the perfect way to Keep it Local! Tours available Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. For info on tours and more: Click Here for Info
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I post these lists every week, breaking them up into two posts:  Monday thru Friday and Saturday/Sunday. So make sure to sign up for our email list to get our posts as soon as we hit the magic “publish” button!
For nightly happenings and posts here and there throughout the day, be sure to follow us on Facebook. For extra goodies, follow us on Instagram and since we’re also on Twitter, why not follow us there as well?! (all links can be found on the right hand side of the page)
If you like what I’m doing here, please encourage your favorite venues to advertise here on WOTM. We’ve been up and running for over 7 years and want to continue to do so. Encouragement from our followers is why we’re still here and for that I am truly thankful.
I close this as I always do…Have fun, be safe and Keep it Local Stamford!
#wotm #keepitlocal #knowwheretogo
Happenings, stamford, weekend happenings

Stamford Weekend Happenings — August 25th & 26th

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We’re back Stamford and believe it or not, this is the final weekend before school starts! (where does the time go?) We’ve done the searching so you don’t have to and we must say, it’s a BUSY weekend around this city of ours!!
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Now, before we get to the main list, there are two major events happening this weekend that we’d like to start out with:
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Harborfest ’18: Saturday the 25th–a one day family friendly celebration of our own Stamford Harbor! There is SO much to do and see at this event we don’t even know where to begin. Here’s just a sample: boat tours, mini golf, vendor village, dog costume contest (you heard me), live music, touch tanks with marine animals and fireworks finale! And so much more!!! Oh and it’s FREE!!! (note: boat tours may have a small fee) 10am-6pm For all the details: Click Here for Info
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Hey Stamford Food Festival: This two day family friendly eating extravaganza has really grown from last year with each day having a bit of a themed twist to them. Day 1–Saturday: It’s a Party in the Park w/music by DJ Jonesy, LIVE music with Party Rock (the ultimate tribute band) and Tone Loc!  Day 2–Sunday: Country Rocks the Park w/music by DJ Jonesy, LIVE music by Jump the Gunn, Mason Ramsey, Little Hank Williams and Dylan Scott! All this while you go from food truck to food truck taking the weekend off from calorie counting. For the kids, be sure to stop by the Kid’s Zone featuring a roaming railroad, bouncy houses, face painting and more! For tickets, truck lineups and details: Click Here for Info
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And now, let’s see what else is going on this weekend…
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Saturday August 25th.:

Lorca: Saturday Morning Muffin Run 9am. 3, 4 And 5 mile options…free to join in.  Click Here for Info

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Fairgate Farm: Farmers Market 9am-12noon. Click Here for Info
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Mill River Park–Two events:

-Bootcamp with Kelvin Smith at 8:30am

-Zumba w/ Christina Rabasco & Tristan Mongollon at 11am. Click Here for Info
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Brennans by the Beach: Fundraising event for Red Leash Rescue! Come join the fun, meet the pups, enter to win some great prizes too! Guest bartender’s tips and 50/50 raffle ticket sales go to RLR. Also, Tito’s Vodka will donate $1 per Tito’s specialty drink to RLR as well! Such an amazing cause and a good time too! 12pm-4pm. Click Here for Info

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Latham Park–Two events:

-Stamford Downtown Farmers Market from 9am-3pm. Click Here for Info

-Free Outdoor Yoga at 8:30am. Click Here for Info

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Stamford Toys: LOL Surprise Trading event 1-3pm! Click Here for Info

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LaRocca’s Country Wine And Spirits: 90+ Cellars Wine tasting from 1-4pm! Click Here for Info

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Ferguson Library: Entrepreneur-in-Residence hours from 3-5pm (weekly). Looking for help to grow your business? This is a great program that can help you through the beginning stages from idea to legal matters and even bookkeeping. (also runs on Mondays from 10am-12pm.) Click Here for Info

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Gaucho Argentinian Steakhouse: Dinner and LIVE Flamenco Show! 7pm–reservations recommended. Click Here for Info

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Sunday August 26th:

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Sunday Brunch: See our Sunday Brunch Stamford-Style page right here on WOTM to find a place to grab a mimosa or two! Click Here for Info

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Mill River Park—Three events:

-Sunrise Yoga w/Aimee & Tim Elsner at 8:30am.

-Carousel Storytime goes on rain or shine at 10am and it’s free! Carousel Pavillion area.

-Hula Hoop Fitness & Flow w/Sarah Murphy adult class) Free on the Grand Steps at 10:30am. Click Here for Info
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Harbor Point–Two events:

-Sunday Farmers Market from 9am-2pm in Commons Park. Info on this and other events: Click Here for Info

-Commons Park: Chelsea Piers Obstacle Course for kids 6 and up! 11:30am-12:30pm (weekly thru end of August) Click Here for Info

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Stamford Museum & Nature Center: Sunday Farmers Market 10am-2pm: Click Here for Info

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Stamford Toys: Pokémon Trading & Learning Event 1-3pm every Sunday! Trade cards, learn the game and win the raffle! Ages 5-up. Click Here for Info

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Lock City Brewing: 1ST Anniversary Party!!! Come and celebrate one full year of Stamford’s own Lock City Brewing with LIVE music by the Suns of Walrus Skiff Band! Plus,
your ticket comes with a snazzy 13oz keeper glass, 32 ounce anniversary growler and a limited edition T-shirt. (had to copy that from their page so I didn’t get anything wrong) Also, be there for the reveal of the special limited edition Anniversary Can Release! Check out all the details: Click Here for Info

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Remember, Stamford Restaurant Weeks are still going on and run through September 2nd! For the list and menus (lunch and dinner) of the participating restaurants: Click Here for Info

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Stamford History Center: For something different, why not go up and visit the Hoyt-Barnum House?! Learn about life in Stamford in the 1600’s in The oldest house in the city. Recently restored to what it looked like when it was built in 1699, this is the perfect way to Keep it Local! Tours available Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. For info on tours and more: Click Here for Info

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Another big list! Who knew so many things went on around here? (and this isn’t everything either!)

If you like what I’m doing here, please encourage your favorite venues to advertise here on WOTM. We’ve been up and running for over 7 years and want to continue to do so. Encouragement from our followers is why we’re still here and for that I am truly thankful.

I close this as I always do…Have fun, be safe and Keep it Local Stamford!

#wotm #keepitlocal #knowwheretogo

stamford, Weekly Happenings

Monday thru Friday Happenings Aug. 20-24th

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We’re back! Can you believe it’s already the third week of August?? We have a brand new week of Stamford happenings for you and two bonuses this week:
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1) Starting today and running through September 2nd, it’s Stamford Restaurant Weeks! For the list and menus (lunch and dinner) of the participating restaurants: Click Here for Info
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2: It’s CT tax free week so get out there and take advantage for back to school shopping and more! Ends the 25th: Click Here for Info
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This is by no means a complete list of everything going on around town. We try to find you a good mix of events from business networking to family friendly things to do, to fitness fun and more. You never know what will make the list and you may even find a new adventure right here in Stamford!
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Let’s get to it…here’s what we’ve found for you and remember, weather can change some of these listings so be sure to call ahead. Btw, many are FREE!
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Monday August 20th:
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The Stone House: Zumba at the Stone House (recurring event) 9:30am-10:30am: Click Here for Info
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Stamford Museum & Nature Center–Two events:
Hecksher Farm Animal Meet and Greet! 2:30-3pm. Weekly event that features a different animal group each week. Kid friendly. Click Here for Info
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Exquisite Miniatures exhibit in the Arcade of the Bendel Mansion. 50 paintings by miniature artists  by Wes and Rachel Siegrist that look so real, they look more like photos than paintings! Ongoing event through Sept. 21st. Click Here for Info
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Roasted Sandwich Co.: Monday Night Fun Run with 6:30:pm start time. (Weekly event) 3, 4 And 5 mile options. Click Here for Info
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Harbor Point: Revolution Fitness in Commons Park at 6:15pm. High intensity workout every Monday night. Click Here for Info
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Metropolitan Dance Center: Advanced Waltz Class…learn how to dance the Waltz! $15 per person; 8pm. Click Here for Info
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Tuesday August 21st:
 
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Three Business Events:
-Government Center: Stamford Alive Morning Networking & Referral Group–weekly Tuesday business event hosted by BNI Alive. 7:45am, free event. B2B, B2C, sales and bus. professionals looking to meet like minded folks. See event page for details:  Click Here for Info
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-Women’s Business Development Council Stamford: FREE class: So You Want to Start a Business with Business Specialist, Carol Cheswick. Pre-registration required. 5-7pm. Click Here for Info
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-Serendipity Labs Stamford: Business Meetup– Business Networking + Peak Performance Strategy + Session on Making the Cash Register Ring; 6-9pm. This month’s focus is on sales and guest speaker at this event is Stephen Hilgart from Tony Robbins team! $20. Click Here for Info
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Crab Shell: Tiki Tuesday w/ Captain John’s Tiki Tours and Rentals. Take a tour of Stamford Harbor and see part of our coastline in a whole new way! $25 per person, 4:30pm. Please see event page for all the info and tickets: Click Here for Info
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Harbor Point–Two events:
Zumba with Chelsea Piers on the Boardwalk. Join Christina Rabasco for this FREE weekly event at 7pm every Tuesday night. Click Here for Info
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Harbor Point Dog Park: Dog training w/Wagmore at 6:30pm. Free weekly event. Click Here for Info
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Mill River Park: BollyFit w/Jayshree Srikanthr (FREE weekly event) at 7pm! Click Here for Info
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Wednesday August 22nd:
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The Ferguson Library Main Branch: Summer Crafternoons 3-3:45pm; kids entering 1st grade and up; join in for a story and collaborative art project.Click Here for Info
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Stamford Toys: FREE Make & Take Playdate Kid friendly event 4-6pm! Click Here for Info
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Factory Bar and Grill: Wednesday Night Pub Run (FREE event) begins at 6:30pm. 3, 4 and 5 mile options and you can find the maps and more info here: Click Here for Info
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Comradity Strategy and Creative Resource Center: Crashcode Hacknights join the tech and startup communities with a FREE weekly networking event. Student come to work on a project from start to finish with the goal of creating a prototype. Click Here for Info
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Harbor Point–Two events:
 
Dog Park: Yappy Hour at 6:30pm! Bring your four legged family member to this FREE event sponsored by Bull’s Head Pet Hospital. For info:  Click Here for Info
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Free Movies in the Park presents Pretty Woman! 8:30pm; bring blanket, snacks and friends. Click Here for Info
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Mill River Park: Afro Flow Yoga on the grand steps. (weekly event) Free to join in the fun! 7pm. Click Here for Info
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Thursday August 23rd:
 
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Fairgate Farm: Farmers Market every Thursday thru October 12pm-6pm. Click Here for Info
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Stamford Museum & Nature Center: Salon Series: Evening Howl at the Wolf Conservation Center 5-8pm. Explore the Summer exhibit Once Endangered: The Return of Wolves and Peregrine Falcons after hours and stay for Q&A with curator Jillian Casey. Then visit the wolves at the conservation center to learn more about them over some wine and cheese. Limited to 40 people, make sure to call:  203-977-6543  Click Here for Info
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Mill River Park: Zumba w/Eddie Calle 7pm; FREE Click Here for Info
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Harbor Point Commons Park–Two events:
Tai Chi w/Nana 5-7pm. Click Here for Info
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Crossfit w/Carozza Fitness every Thursday thru Aug. 30th from 7-8pm. FREE! Click Here for Info
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Metropolitan Dance Center: Newcomer Latin/ChaCha/Swing Class! $15 per person. Click Here for Info
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Friday August 24th:
 
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The Ferguson Library Main Branch: Friday Flicks Presents: The Greatest Showman! FREE; 2pm; Ages 6 & up. Click Here for Info
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LaRocca’s Country Wine & Spirits: Pinot Noir Wine Tasting 4:30-7:30pm; FREE. Click Here for Info
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Harbor Point: Latin Dancing Commons Park at 5pm. FREE weekly event w/Vuk! Beginners to advanced, all welcome. Click Here for Info
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Traditional Martial Arts: Super Hero Movie Night! Kid friendly: 6-9pm Come in costume, bouncy castle and pizza. $25 for one $40 for two. Click Here for Info
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Stamford Museum and Nature Center: Astronomy Nights: Introduction to Star Gazing. Begins at 7:30pm, presentation by Tony Faddoul going on rain or shine. Viewing hours are weather permitting and you can call ahead for weather updates: 203-977-6537. http://www.stamfordmuseum.org/
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Stamford History Center: For something different, why not go up and visit the Hoyt-Barnum House?! Learn about life in Stamford in the 1600’s in The oldest house in the city. Recently restored to what it looked like when it was built in 1699, this is the perfect way to Keep it Local! Tours available Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. For info on tours and more: Click Here for Info
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I post these lists every week, breaking them up into two posts:  Monday thru Friday and Saturday/Sunday. So make sure to sign up for our email list to get our posts as soon as we hit the magic “publish” button!
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For nightly happenings and posts here and there throughout the day, be sure to follow us on Facebook. For extra goodies, follow us on Instagram and since we’re also on Twitter, why not follow us there as well?! (all links can be found on the right hand side of the page)
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If you like what I’m doing here, please encourage your favorite venues to advertise here on WOTM. We’ve been up and running for over 7 years and want to continue to do so. Encouragement from our followers is why we’re still here and for that I am truly thankful.
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I close this as I always do…Have fun, be safe and Keep it Local Stamford!
#wotm #keepitlocal #knowwheretogo
Weekly Happenings

Stamford Weekend Happenings August 18-19th

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We are back to give you some ideas of where to head out this weekend. Now, unfortunately there is once again rain in the forecast…so be sure to call ahead to your destination to make sure your event is still on. There’s something here for kids of ALL ages!

We’ve found some great things going on this weekend besides the recurring events. Every week brings something new!

And don’t forget, we post nightly events as other info on our Facebook page as well as other goodies on WOTM’s Instagram as well. Oh hey, we’re on Twitter too! (See the feeds to the right as well–>)

Here it is, your list of weekend happenings…

Saturday August 18th:

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Black Rock Church Stamford:  End of Summer Tag Sale 8am-3pm. (rain date next Saturday 8/25) Click Here for Info

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Chelsea Piers: Bike Safety Roundup with Stamford EMS and Safety4Kids (S4K) FREE; 9am-10am. Great event…bring your bikes and helmets for bike and helmet checks, giveaways, touch-a-truck, refreshments and so much more. Don’t have a helmet? The first 100 kids will receive one FREE! For all the details: Click Here for Info

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Lorca: Saturday Morning Muffin Run 9am. 3, 4 And 5 mile options…free to join in. Click Here for Info

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Fairgate Farm: Farmers Market 9am-12noon. Click Here for Info
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Mill River Park–Two events: 

Bootcamp with Kelvin Smith at 8:30am.

Zumba w/ Christina Rabasca & Tristan Mongollon at 11:30am. Click Here for Info

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Latham Park—Stamford Downtown Farmers Market: Bedford Street from 9am-3pm. Click Here for Info

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Harbor Point: Top Spin Tennis Group Fitness — Free recurring class on the boardwalk that includes the Tennis Heavy Bag! 10am; Limited to 10 people per class: Click Here for Info

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Stamford Museum & Nature Center: WILD! Feeding Drop-in Program. Kids 5 and up can go and learn how/what the Center feeds their exhibit animals and can even help make some of the goodies to be fed to them.  Click Here for Info

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Stamford Toys: LOL Surprise Trading event 1-3pm! Click Here for Info

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LaRocca’s Country Wine And Spirits: Blind Wine Tasting France vs. The U.S. from 11am-3pm! Click Here for Info

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Ferguson Library: Entrepreneur-in-Residence hours from 3-5pm (weekly). Looking for help to grow your business? This is a great program that can help you through the beginning stages from idea to legal matters and even bookkeeping. (also runs on Mondays from 10am-12pm.) Click Here for Info

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Holy Name–Polish Harvest Festival: Two day family friendly festival with music, Polish food, playground games and face painting…Saturday DJ and Sunday LIVE music. 6pm start time Saturday, 1pm start time Sunday. Details on admission, activities and more: Click Here for Info

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Sunday August 19th:

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Mill River Park—Three events:

Sunrise Yoga w/Aimee & Tim Elsner at 8:30am.

Carousel Storytime goes on rain or shine at 10am and it’s free! Carousel Pavillion area.

Click Here for Info
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Harbor Point–Three events:

Sunday Farmers Market from 9am-2pm in Commons Park. Info on this and other events: Click Here for Info

Commons Park: Juggling in Commons Park for kids 6 and up! 11am-1pm  Click Here for Info

Commons Park: Chelsea Piers Obstacle Course for kids 6 and up! 11:30am-12:30pm (weekly thru end of August) Click Here for Info

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Stamford Museum & Nature Center—Three events:

Sunday Farmers Market 10am-2pm: Click Here for Info

Honeybee Open Hive: Scavenger hunt, honey tasting, hive demos and more! 11am-2pm Click Here for Info

Summer Stars Planetarium Show begins at 2pm! Weekly Sunday event. Click Here for Info

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Holy Name–Polish Harvest Festival: Two day family friendly festival with music, Polish food, playground games and face painting…Saturday DJ and Sunday LIVE music. 6pm start time Saturday, 1pm start time Sunday. Details on admission, activities and more: Click Here for Info

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Stamford Toys: Pokémon Trading & Learning Event 1-3pm every Sunday! Trade cards, learn the game and win the raffle! Ages 5-up. Click Here for Info

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203Fit Studio: Hip Hop PopUp Yoga–a new and unconventional twist on yoga that is fresh, fun and creative! Space is limited so be sure to get your name in there! For info: 203Fit

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Stamford History Center: For something different, why not go up and visit the Hoyt-Barnum House?! Learn about life in Stamford in the 1600’s in The oldest house in the city. Recently restored to what it looked like when it was built in 1699, this is the perfect way to Keep it Local! Tours available Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. For info on tours and more: Click Here for Info

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I hope this gives you some different ideas of how to enjoy our fair city. If you like what I’m doing here, please encourage your favorite venues to advertise here on WOTM. We’ve been up and running for over 7 years and want to continue to do so. Encouragement from our followers is why we’re still here and for that I am truly thankful.

Have a great weekend #WOTMNation!

I close this as I always do…Have fun, be safe and Keep it Local Stamford!

#wotm #keepitlocal #knowwheretogo

Happenings, stamford, Weekly Happenings

Monday thru Friday Happenings Aug. 13-17th

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We’re back with a new week of events for you Stamford! So much going on around the city this Monday thru Friday we had to stop ourselves from listing them all!
This is by no means is this a complete list of everything going on around town. Call it a “sampling of fun stuff.” Who knows, you may discover something new!
Let’s get to it…here’s what we’ve found for you and remember, weather can change some of these listings so be sure to call ahead. Btw, many are FREE!
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Monday August 13th:
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Stamford Museum & Nature Center: Hecksher Farm Animal Meet and Greet! 2:30-3pm. Weekly event that features a different animal group each week. Kid friendly. Click Here for Info
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Roasted Sandwich Co.: Monday Night Fun Run with 6:30:pm start time. (Weekly event) 3, 4 And 5 mile options. Click Here for Info
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Harbor Point: Revolution Fitness in Commons Park at 6:15pm. High intensity workout every Monday night. Click Here for Info
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Tuesday August 14th:
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Government Center: Stamford Alive Morning Networking & Referral Group–weekly Tuesday business event hosted by BNI Alive. 7:45am, free event. B2B, B2C, sales and bus. professionals looking to meet like minded folks. See event page for details: https://www.facebook.com/events/173245019959936/
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Ferguson Library Main Branch–Two events:
Mindfulness and Meditation (adults) Third floor, 1-2pm. Click Here for Info
Brunch Bunch Club (grades 2 & 3):  Space Taxi: Archie Takes Flight by Wendy Mass, refreshments served, registration required. Click Here for Info
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Crab Shell: Tiki Tuesday w/ Captain John’s Tiki Tours and Rentals. Take a tour of Stamford Harbor and see part of our coastline in a whole new way! $25 per person, 4:30pm. Please see event page for all the info and tickets: Click Here for Info
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Harbor Point–Two events:
Zumba with Chelsea Piers on the Boardwalk. Join Christina Rabasco for this FREE weekly event at 7pm every Tuesday night. Click Here for Info
Harbor Point Dog Park: Dog training w/Wagmore at 6:30pm. Free weekly event. Click Here for Info
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Mill River Park: BollyFit w/Jayshree Srikanthr (FREE weekly event) at 7pm! Click Here for Info
 
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Wednesday August 15th:
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Women’s Business Development Council: Preparing to Fund Your Start-up. 12:30pm, Free class with Financial Education Consultant Samantha Cross. Pre-register by Tuesday Aug. 14th and get a pre-recored webinar on how to be credit-ready. For registration and info on this and many other great events: Click Here for Info
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Stamford Toys: FREE Make & Take Playdate Kid friendly event 4-6pm! Click Here for Info
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Sign of the Whale: Wednesday Night Pub Run (FREE event) begins at 6:30pm. 3, 4 and 5 mile options and you can find the maps and more info here: Click Here for Info
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Harbor Point Dog Park: Yappy Hour at 6:30pm! Bring your four legged family member to this FREE event sponsored by Bull’s Head Pet Hospital. For info: Click Here for Info
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Mill River Park: Afro Flow Yoga on the grand steps. (weekly event) Free to join in the fun! 7pm. Click Here for Info
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Thursday August 16th:
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Fairgate Farm: Farmers Market every Thursday thru October 12pm-6pm. http://fairgatefarm.com/events-calendar/
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Women’s Business Development Council: Optiminzing Instagram for Your Small Business. Free class with Linda Kavanagh founder of MaxEX Public Relations, 5:30-7:30pm. Info and registration: Click Here for Info
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Bartlett Arboretum: Yappy Hour at the “Barklett” Enjoy brews and bites with your four legged friends. ($10 donation welcome). See site for all the details: Click Here for Info
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Avon Theater & Film Center: Cult Classics Presents OFFICE SPACE! 8:30pm (leave your red stapler at home) Click Here for Info
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Metropolitan Dance Center: Newcomer Waltz/Tango/Foxtrot class! $15 begins at 8pm. Click Here for Info
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Harbor Point Commons Park: Crossfit w/Carozza Fitness every Thursday thru Aug. 30th from 7-8pm. FREE! Click Here for Info
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Friday August 17th:
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Harbor Point: Latin Dancing Commons Park at 5pm. FREE weekly event w/Vuk! Beginners to advanced, all welcome. Click Here for Info
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Stamford Museum and Nature Center: Astronomy Nights: Introduction to Star Gazing. Begins at 7:30pm, presentation by Tony Faddoul going on rain or shine. Viewing hours are weather permitting and you can call ahead for weather updates: 203-977-6537. http://www.stamfordmuseum.org/
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Stamford Town Center: Music on the Plaza series presents Anthony Fuscaldo playing LIVE from 6-8pm! https://www.shopstamfordtowncenter.com/events/directory
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Mill River Park: Movies in the Park Night presents Wonder Woman! Hosted by MC J Hype and music by our friend Dancin’ Mark, event begins at 6pm, is both free and family friendly! Click Here for Info
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Metropolitan Dance Center: Learn to dance the Peabody! Beginner/Intermediate class only $15 per person, starts at 8pm. Click Here for Info
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Stamford History Center: For something different, why not go up and visit the Hoyt-Barnum House?! Learn about life in Stamford in the 1600’s in The oldest house in the city. Recently restored to what it looked like when it was built in 1699, this is the perfect way to Keep it Local! Tours available Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. For info on tours and more: http://stamfordhistory.org/the-hoyt-barnum-house/visit-a-stamford-home-built-in-1699/
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I hope this gives you some different ideas of how to enjoy our fair city. Right now, the plan is to do a list like this every week…continuing to mix it up a bit with finds for all ages from kids to adults and in between.
I post these lists every week, breaking them up into two posts:  Monday thru Friday and Saturday/Sunday. So make sure to sign up for our email list to get our posts as soon as we hit the magic “publish” button!
It takes a lot of time to put this together. If you like what I’m doing here, please encourage your favorite venues to advertise here on WOTM. We’ve been up and running for over 7 years and want to continue to do so. Encouragement from our followers is why we’re still here and for that I am truly thankful.
I close this as I always do…Have fun, be safe and Keep it Local Stamford!
#wotm #keepitlocal #knowwheretogo
Happenings

Stamford Weekend Happenings 8/11-12th

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As promised we are here to give you some ideas of where to head out this weekend. Now, unfortunately there is a lot of rain in the forecast…so be sure to call ahead to your destination to make sure your event is still on. There’s something here for kids of ALL ages!
Here we go…

Saturday August 11th.:

Lorca: Saturday Morning Muffin Run 9am. 3, 4 And 5 mile options…free to join in. Click Here for Info

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Fairgate Farm: Farmers Market 9am-12noon. Click Here for Info
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Mill River Park–Two events: 

Bootcamp with Kelvin Smith at 8:30am.

Zumba w/ Christina Rabasca & Tristan Mongollon at 11:30am. Click Here for Info
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PetSmart Stamford: Rescue Dog Adoption Event 9am-4pm. Go and find a new furry family member! #rescueisthebestbreed Click Here for Info

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Latham Park—Stamford Downtown Farmers Market: Bedford Street from 9am-3pm. Click Here for Info

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Stamford Museum & Nature Center: WILD! Feeding Drop-in Program. Kids 5 and up can go and learn how/what the Center feeds their exhibit animals and can even help make some of the goodies to be fed to them.  Click Here for Info

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Stamford Toys: LOL Surprise Trading event 1-3pm! Click Here for Info

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LaRocca’s Country Wine And Spirits: Gin and Tonic tasting from 2-4pm! Click Here for Info

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Ferguson Library: Entrepreneur-in-Residence hours from 3-5pm (weekly). Looking for help to grow your business? This is a great program that can help you through the beginning stages from idea to legal matters and even bookkeeping. (also runs on Mondays from 10am-12pm.) Click Here for Info

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Sunday August 12th:

Mill River Park—Three events:

Sunrise Yoga w/Aimee & Tim Elsner at 8:30am.

Carousel Storytime goes on rain or shine at 10am and it’s free! Carousel Pavillion area.

Hula Hoop Fitness & Flow w/Sarah Murphy adult class) Free on the Grand Steps at 10:30am. Click Here for Info on All 3 Above Events
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Harbor Point–Two events:

Sunday Farmers Market from 9am-2pm in Commons Park. Info on this and other events: Click Here for Info

Commons Park: Chelsea Piers Obstacle Course for kids 6 and up! 11:30am-12:30pm (weekly thru end of August) Click Here for Info

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Stamford Museum & Nature Center—Three events:

Sunday Farmers Market 10am-2pm: Click Here for Info

Summer Stars Planetarium Show begins at 2pm! Weekly Sunday event. Click Here for Info

Celebrate National S’mores Day: From 12:30-2pm not only can you munch on a few but you’ll aslo get to learn a little science behind the s’more!! Kid friendly event. Click Here for Info
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Half Full Brewery: Volunteer-Drink Beer! Volunteer event and fundraiser (monthly event). Once a month, Half Full Brewery welcomes you to gather and volunteer as a group at a local community organization. Then you’ll head back to the brewery to help raise funds  with $1 from every beer sold going to their charity of the month pick. Click Here for Info

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Stamford Toys: Pokémon Trading & Learning Event 1-3pm every Sunday! Trade cards, learn the game and win the raffle! Ages 5-up. Click Here for Info

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Stamford History Center: For something different, why not go up and visit the Hoyt-Barnum House?! Learn about life in Stamford in the 1600’s in The oldest house in the city. Recently restored to what it looked like when it was built in 1699, this is the perfect way to Keep it Local! Tours available Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. For info on tours and more: Click Here for Info

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I hope this gives you some different ideas of how to enjoy our fair city. Right now, the plan is to do a list like this every week…continuing to mix it up a bit with finds for all ages from kids to adults and in between.

If you like what I’m doing here, please encourage your favorite venues to advertise here on WOTM. We’ve been up and running for over 7 years and want to continue to do so. Encouragement from our followers is why we’re still here and for that I am truly thankful.

I close this as I always do…Have fun, be safe and Keep it Local Stamford!

#wotm #keepitlocal #knowwheretogo

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Stamford Happenings: August 6-10th!

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A new week is upon us and we are here to give you our latest finds of some different events happening around the city. Stamford is more than bars and restaurants (believe it or not) and we wanted to start sharing events that will give you some new ideas of what’s going on and maybe get you out there and exploring a little.
This is by no means is this a complete list of everything going on around town. Call it a “sampling of fun stuff.” Who knows, you may discover something new!
PLEASE NOTE: Because of the time involved in doing these lists, I’m going to start breaking the weekly lists into two posts: Monday thru Friday and then Saturday and Sunday.
Let’s get to it…here’s what we’ve found for you and remember, weather can change some of these listings. Oh and many are FREE!
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Monday August 6th:

Stamford Marriott: LinkedIn Local networking event and Domus fundraiser! Speaker Paul Lewis will talk about Social Selling and Employee Advocacy. Take the LinkedIn experience offline and have some fun too. Click Here for Info
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Roasted Sandwich Co.: Monday Night Fun Run with 6:30:pm start time. (Weekly event) 3, 4 and 5 mile options. Click Here for Info
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Belltown Park–Wellness in the Park Festival: Family friendly event where you can learn about essential oils, get a free chair massage, grab a snack at the healthy snack station and the kids can play on the playground! 4-6pm.  Click Here for Info
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Tuesday August 7th:

Stamford Town Center (grand court): Hosted by the Stamford Museum and Nature Center, kids ages 2-10 can go and learn all about Nocturnal Animals! This hour long program is FREE, runs from 9-10am and will feature some live creatures of the night.  Click Here for Info
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Ferguson Library Weed/Hollander Branch: Sprinkler Shindig for the little guys 2 and under. Bring swimsuits and towels and get ready for a water themed story and sprinkler fun! Click Here for Info
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Harbor Point: Zumba with Chelsea Piers on the Boardwalk. Join Christina Rabasco for this FREE weekly event at 7pm every Tuesday night. Click Here for Info
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Mill River Park: BollyFit w/Jayshree Srikanthr (FREE weekly event) at 7pm! Click Here for Info
 
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Wednesday August 8th:

 
Stamford Toys: FREE Make & Take Playdate Kid friendly event 4-6pm! Click Here for Info

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Lock City Brewery: Business at the Brewery w/BNI Alive. Business networking event, beer tasting–bring business cards and help grow your business while networking with local business folks like yourself. Held every 2nd Wednesday of the month. 5:30-7:30pm. $25 per person (online) $35 at the door. Click Here for Info
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Brennans by the Beach: Wednesday Night Pub Run (FREE weekly event) begins at 6:30pm. 3, 4 and 5 mile options and you can find the maps and more: Click Here for Info
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Harbor Point Dog Park: Yappy Hour at 6:30pm! Bring your four legged family member to this FREE event sponsored by Bull’s Head Pet Hospital.  Click Here for Info
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Mill River Park: Afro Flow Yoga on the grand steps. (weekly event) Free to join in the fun! 7pm.  Click Here for Info
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Thursday August 9th:

Fairgate Farm: Farmers Market every Thursday thru October 12pm-6pm. Click Here for Info
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Avon Theater & Film Center: Summer Screenings presents GREASE Sing-a-Long! Costume contest and pre-film reception presented by Lucky’s Burger & Malt Shop at 6:30pm!! Film shows at 7:30pm. For info: Click Here for Info
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Metropolitan Dance Center: Beginner/Intermediate Argentine Tango Class! $15 begins at 8pm. Click Here for Info
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Harbor Point Commons Park: Crossfit w/Carozza Fitness every Thursday thru Aug. 30th from 7-8pm. FREE!  Click Here for Info
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Friday August 10th:

Harbor Point: Latin Dancing Commons Park at 5pm. FREE weekly event w/Vuk! Beginners to advanced, all welcome.  Click Here for Info
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Stamford Museum and Nature Center: Astronomy Nights: Introduction to Star Gazing. Begins at 7:30pm, presentation by Tony Faddoul going on rain or shine. Viewing hours are weather permitting and you can call ahead for weather updates: 203-977-6537. Click Here for Info
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Stamford Town Center: Music on the Plaza series presents Canyon playing LIVE from 6-8pm! Click Here for Info
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Metropolitan Dance Center: Learn to dance the Peabody! Beginner/Intermediate class only $15 per person, starts at 8pm. Click Here for Info
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Stamford History Center: For something different, why not go up and visit the Hoyt-Barnum House?! Learn about life in Stamford in the 1600’s in The oldest house in the city. Recently restored to what it looked like when it was built in 1699, this is the perfect way to Keep it Local! Tours available Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. For info on tours and more: Click Here for Info
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I hope this gives you some different ideas of how to enjoy our fair city.  We tried to mix it up a bit with finds for all ages from kids to adults and in between.
Now having said that I’ll be honest…the list doesn’t write itself. It takes a lot of time to put this together. If you like what I’m doing here, please encourage your favorite venues to advertise here on WOTM. We’ve been up and running for over 7 years and want to continue to do so. Encouragement from our followers is why we’re still here and for that I am truly thankful.
I close this as I always do…Have fun, be safe and Keep it Local Stamford!
#wotm #keepitlocal #knowwheretogo
Happenings, stamford

Stamford Happenings: August 1st thru 5th!

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A new month is upon us Stamford and we wanted to start doing weekly posts of some different events happening around the city that are different from our nightly happenings lists. Stamford is more than bars and restaurants (believe it or not) and we thought we’d put together a list of some dates that might get you out and about this month.

This is by no means is this a complete list of everything going, but wanted to give you some ideas on where to go. Call it a “sampling of fun stuff.” Who knows, you may discover something new!

Take note weather conditions can affect some of these and  hey, many listed here are FREE! Here’s what I found for you:

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Wednesday August 1st:

Murphy’s Townhouse: Wednesday Night Pub Run with 6:30pm start time. (Weekly event) 3, 4 and 5 mile options. Click Here for Info
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Stamford Downtown: Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue closes out the Wednesday Night Live series downtown! Click Here for Info
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Harbor Point: Free Movies in the Park presents Wonder Woman. Start time 8:30pm. Click Here for Info
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Thursday August 2nd:

Fairgate Farm: Farmers Market every Thursday thru October 12pm-6pm. Click Here for Info
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The Beer Garden: Food Drive begins at 6pm. Because the holidays aren’t the only time to donate. 🙂 Click Here for Info
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All American Athletes & Personal Training:  Free boot camp class from 6:30-7:30pm! Click Here for Info
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Metropolitan Dance Center: Beginner/Intermediate Argentine Tango Class! $15 begins at 8pm. Click Here for Info
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LaRocca’s Country Wine and Spirits: National IPA Tasting Day! Free event from 5-7pm. Click Here for Info
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Friday August 3rd:

My Gym: Kids play…Ice cream and Open Gym time with Mr. Colin! Click Here for Info
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Stamford Museum and Nature Center: Astronomy Nights: Introduction to Star Gazing. Begins at 7:30pm, presentation by Tony Faddoul going on rain or shine. Viewing hours are weather permitting and you can call ahead for weather updates: 203-977-6537.Click Here for Info
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Stamford Town Center: Music on the Plaza series presents Canyon playing LIVE from 6-8pm! Click Here for Info
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Saturday August 4th:

Cove Island Sanctuary: Butterfly Walk fro 10am-12pm. Make sure to bring your cameras as you never know what you will see at one of my favorite places in Stamford. Click Here for Info
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Fairgate Farm: Farmers Market 9am-12noon. Click Here for Info
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Mill River Park: Two events—First at 8:30am it’s Bootcamp with Kelvin Smith and then at 11am it’s Zumba w/ Christina Rabasca & Tristan Mongollon. Click Here for Info
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Latham Park—Two events:

Chess Day! Free play and open to all ages. Learn, play and talk with the masters. Click Here for Info

Stamford Downtown Farmers Market: Bedford Street from 9am-3pm. Click Here for Info
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LaRocca’s Country Wine And Spirits: Complimentary Wine and Cheese tasting from 3-6pm! Click Here for Info
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Sunday August 5th:

Mill River Park—Three events:

Sunrise Yoga w/Aimee & Tim Elsner at 8:30am.

Carousel Storytime goes on rain or shine at 10am and it’s free! Carousel Pavillion area.

Hula Hoop Fitness & Flow w/Sarah Murphy adult class) Free on the Grand Steps at 10:30am. Click Here for Info on All 3 Above Events
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Harbor Point: Sunday Farmers Market from 9am-2pm in Commons Park. Info on this and other events: Click Here for Info
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West Beach: CLEANUP Sunday at 12pm. Meet at the beach house (lifeguards area) and if you don’t have a beach pass, you can park across from the entrance. Click Here for Info
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Stamford Museum & Nature Center—Two events:

Sunday Farmers Market 10am-2pm: Click Here for Info

Summer Stars Planetarium Show begins at 2pm! Weekly Sunday event. Click Here for Info
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Stamford Toys: Pokémon Trading & Learning Event 1-3pm every Sunday! Trade cards, learn the game and win the raffle! Ages 5-up. Click Here for Info

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Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens:  Herb Garden Tour at 4pm (weather permitting). 60 minute tour of the herb garden discussing specific herbs, their many uses from medicinal to culinary…native bees and beneficial insects…maintenance and design of the garden itself with Linda N Albanese and Master Gardners.  Click Here for Info

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Stamford History Center: For something different, why not go up and visit the Hoyt-Barnum House?! Learn about life in Stamford in the 1600’s in The oldest house in the city. Recently restored to what it looked like when it was built in 1699, this is the perfect way to Keep it Local! Tours available Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. For info on tours and more: Click Here for Info

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I hope this gives you some different ideas of how to enjoy our fair city. Right now, the plan is to do a list like this every week…continuing to mix it up a bit with finds for all ages from kids to adults and in between.

Now having said that I’ll be honest…the list doesn’t write itself. It takes a lot of time to put this together. If you like what I’m doing here, please encourage your favorite venues to advertise here on WOTM. We’ve been up and running for over 7 years and want to continue to do so. Encouragement from our followers is why we’re still here and for that I am truly thankful.

I close this as I always do…Have fun, be safe and Keep it Local Stamford!

#wotm #keepitlocal #knowwheretogo