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CT amusement park cracking down on unsupervised children and teens. Your 17-year-old will now need a chaperone
Beginning with its annual Phantom Fall Fest, Lake Compounce will no longer be a place where parents can drop off a carload of kids for the afternoon or evening. A new chaperone policy at America’s oldest continuously operating amusement park is getting mixed reviews, with some parents praising it as welcome and overdue while others complain that it’s unfair and unnecessary. Lake Compounce ...
Inside Lost Fox Inn, A New Boutique Hotel and Restaurant in Litchfield, CT
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Sparrow Bar & Restaurant Opens in New Milford With Delicious Global Menu
Nestled in the hills of Litchfield County’s charming New Milford’s Bank Street is Sparrow Bar and Restaurant. John Bourdeau who’s been a fixture in the restaurant scene since opening Lucia Ristorante right next door, Main Street Grill in Watertown, and The Owl Wine & Food bar in nearby New Preston, has teamed up with Chef Mike Sorenson, formerly at the acclaimed Foundry Restaurant in Newtown. Here Bourdeau hangs up his chef’s hat and leaves the menu entirely up to Sorenseon who has created an eclectic, global selection with influences from South America to Asia. You won’t find specials on the menu as it tends to get changed up every few days.
Hollywood Producer Planning Another Major Movie Shoot in Greater Danbury
Movie producers and directors love filming in Connecticut. According to Wikipedia, as of 2023, 135 movies have been filmed or partially shot in Connecticut. According to the Newstimes, Hollywood producer Jonathan Black is gearing up for his third project, with filming planned for Danbury, Newtown, Bethel, and New Milford. During an interview with the Newstimes, Black said,
Lost Fox Inn Finds Its Footing in Litchfield County
When Lost Fox Inn opened its doors in Litchfield County earlier this summer, the community welcomed a longtime staple back to the local scene.This Chinese Nomad Chef Cooked His Way Across France “Someone always knows somebody who either got married there previously, or stayed there for a party, or worked there,” says Eliza Clark, who co-owns and redesigned the property with husband Tim Trojian. “It’s just a fixture of the community, and I think everybody’s so excited that it’s coming back.” Lost Fox Inn joins the couple’s flagship property, Foxfire Mountain House, a popular event venue and boutique hotel in the Catskills....
Does a Yellow Woolly Bear Mean Endless Summer in Torrington?
I saw the cutest yellow Woolly Bear caterpillar along the banks of the Naugatuck River today, August 29, 2024, in Torrington. This is the time of year, the cusp of summer/fall that us salty old New Englanders pay attention to these little prognosticators. The yellow was unusual, I'm used to...
WATCH: Animal rescue reunites nursing mother with her puppies in Waterbury, Conn.
An animal rescue organization has reunited a nursing mother with several of her puppies in Waterbury Thursday night. The dog was found in the area of Lincoln Street, and was likely dumped after giving birth. BARC CT, an animal advocacy and rescue organization, helped the Pitbull reunite with five of...
New England Celebrates New George Strait Music with Listening Parties Here
Are you free on Wednesday, September 4th? Do you love country music?. If the answer to both questions was "yes", then you will be tickled with this news. The King of Country Music, George Strait, is set to release his highly anticipated 31st album for MCA Nashville on Friday, September 6th. Titled Cowboys and Dreamers, this new collection of songs continues Strait's legendary career.
Pizza Palooza begins in New Milford
NEW MILFORD –New Milford will kick off its second Pizza Palooza to showcase the variety of businesses that serve up one of American’s favorite foods. The town-wide event begins Sept. 1 and runs through Oct. 31. The pizza crawl comes on the heels of the town’s second Ice...
Outdoor concerts continue Sept. 5
KENT—The outdoor concert series continues Thursday, Sept. 5 with Blue Country performing at 5:30 p.m. Park and Rec is once again teaming up with the Kent Land Trust to offer the Thursday evening concerts. The concerts are performed at the Kent Land Trust field on South Main Street. Parking...
Environmental Book Club to discuss ‘Nature’s Best Hope’
KENT—The Environmental Book Club has scheduled its next meeting for Monday, Sept. 9 at 4 p.m. The group is reading “Nature’s Best Hope” by Douglas W. Tallamy. It is a relatively short book at 256 pages, so anyone who wants to read it and join the discussion is welcome to do so. Copies of the book are available at Kent Memorial Library. Tallamy shares his vision for a grassroots, home-grown approach to conservation and advocates for homeowners to turn their yards into conservation corridors that provide wildlife habitats. He provides specific instructions on steps that can be taken.
Starr pool plan raises no ripples for Inland Wetlands Commission
KENT—An application to remove an above-ground residential swimming pool and replace it with an inground fiberglass pool raised nary a ripple during Monday night’s meeting of the Inland Wetlands Commission. The application was submitted by Matthew Starr, 12 Good Hill Estates Rd., and included creating a surrounding concrete...
Auditions set for “The World According to Snoopy!!!”
SHERMAN—The Sherman Players will hold auditions for “The World According to Snoopy!!!” at the Sherman Playhouse Sunday, Sept 15, from 6 to 8.30 p.m. and Monday, Sept 16, 7 to 9 p.m. The play will be directed by Bradford Blake, with Charles Smith as music director. This...
5 Best Waterbury Italian Restaurants in Connecticut
Waterbury, Connecticut, often referred to as “The Brass City,” is rich in history and culture, with a culinary scene that reflects its deep-rooted Italian-American heritage. The city boasts a number of fantastic Italian restaurants, each offering its own unique take on classic dishes. Whether you’re craving authentic pasta,...
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