archive for April, 2012

• Gathering of the Vibes concert series

  By Christina Acampora | posted on April 23rd, 2012

  July 19 – July 22 Seaside Park, Bridgeport Check it out: Phil Lesh, Bob Weir and Branford Marsalis take the stage in what Rolling Stone says, “has grown into a multifaceted fest that’s not just for hippies.”  So hippie or not, grab  your best hemp sandals and get to Bridgeport’s seaside for this massive music fest.  Single day tickets are $65 for access to all stages and dozens of artists on Friday or Saturday. Thursday and late night shows require a full weekend camping pass for $205. http://gatheringofthevibes.com/

• Boys and Girls Club of Greenwich Alumni Golf Tournament

  By Christina Acampora | posted on April 20th, 2012

  August 6, 2012 7:00 am – 2:00 pm Griffith E. Harris Golf Course, Greenwich For the 9th year in a row, the Boys and Girls Club in Greenwich has organized this charity affair in support of its activities in the region. Shot-Gun Tee Off, scramble format with a lunch to follow at 1:00pm. All money raised goes directly to the Club, which focuses on providing a nurturing environment to young people of all ages, encouraging creativity, productivity, responsibility and potential. Surprise celebrity guest, prize auction. Individual per player fee is $175. Sponsorship opportunities start at $200. (203) 869-3224. http://bgcg.org/2012golf/

• “The Secret in the Wings” at Yale Cabaret

  By Christina Acampora | posted on April 20th, 2012

  August 1 – August 19, 2012 @ various times 217 Park St., New Haven A dark evening of fantasy and magic at Yale Cabaret: award winning playwright Mary Zimmerman’s words weave seven fairy-tale stories together, scaling both imagination and fear. Join Yale’s talented cabaret crew for what’s sure to be a slightly twisted, highly enjoyable romp through the old fairy stories. Admission: $25 – $40. Student rates and subscriptions available. http://summercabaret.org/          

• SoNo Arts Celebration

  By Christina Acampora | posted on April 19th, 2012

  August 3-5, 2012 @ various times Washington and Main Streets, South Norwalk 37th Anniversary of the lovely SoNo Arts Celebration in historic South Norwalk. The blocks on Washington and Main streets will no doubt spring to life with the visual and performance arts. A giant puppet parade, children’s parade and of course, plenty of food. Kick off concert Friday night, four stages of live music through the weekend. Glass work, oil paintings, photography, wood, drawing, sculpture, jewelry in a range of prices. (518) 852-6478. http://sonoarts.org