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Darien Author Robert H. Patton Launches New Book At Library Darien Author Robert H. Patton Launches New Book At Library
Darien Author Robert H. Patton Launches New Book At Library DARIEN, Conn. – Author Robert H. Patton will celebrate the release of his forthcoming novel, “Cajun Waltz” on Tuesday from 7-8:30 p.m. in the Louise Parker Berry Community Room at the Darien Library. Patton, author of nonfiction histories, has written a story full of music, dark times and ultimate triumph with “Cajun Waltz: A Novel.” Inspired by his passion for Cajun music, an emblematic music of Louisiana, and duck hunting in the Deep South, Patton introduces readers to the cadence of New Orleans, spanning generations of rhythm and suffering. The lyrics of a Cajun waltz may be dark as mi…

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Yoga Under The Stars Aids Oradell Foundation For Late Teen Yoga Under The Stars Aids Oradell Foundation For Late Teen
Yoga Under The Stars Aids Oradell Foundation For Late Teen MONTVALE, N.J. – Take part in an all-level yoga practice while supporting Philip’s Fund during Yoga Under the Stars on Tuesday, June 28 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Life Time Athletic in Montvale. Philip’s Fund, launched by Lucija Begonja following the death of her son, Philip, in 2011, awards educational grants and scholarships to young people in need of financial assistance. Light refreshments will be served. A suggested donation of $50 is appreciated. Click here to learn more about Philip’s Fund.  Life Time Athletic is at 10 Van Riper Road, Montvale. 

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Larry Kantor Speaking In Greenwich On Global Economic, Market Outlook Larry Kantor Speaking In Greenwich On Global Economic, Market Outlook
Larry Kantor Speaking In Greenwich On Global Economic, Market Outlook GREENWICH, Conn. – Retired Men's Association Of Greenwich Inc. will feature Larry Kantor, advanced leadership fellow at Harvard University, to discuss the outlook on major financial markets on Wednesday, June 15, at 11 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church, Lafayette Place, Greenwich. Where are the major economies (US, China, Europe) and financial markets heading? What has driven the turbulent prior year and what might we see in the future? What is going to happen with stocks and interest rates, of oil prices and the dollar, of the fed and the possibility of negative interest rates?  Kantor wi…

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Schools
University Of Bridgeport Professor Wins Women Of Innovation Award University Of Bridgeport Professor Wins Women Of Innovation Award
University Of Bridgeport Professor Wins Women Of Innovation Award BRIDGEPORT, Conn. – Jani Macari Pallis, an associate professor of mechanical engineering at the University of Bridgeport, won the Connecticut Technology Council’s Women of Innovation Award for Academic Innovation and Leadership. The prize was announced last month at the Women of Innovation awards dinner, which is held annually to recognize women in Connecticut who are accomplished in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), and who are involved in their communities.  Pallis received the award for Academic Innovation and Leadership because of her “devotion of 30 years to reaching p…

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Enjoy Wine, Butterflies At Maritime Aquarium Benefit Enjoy Wine, Butterflies At Maritime Aquarium Benefit
Enjoy Wine, Butterflies At Maritime Aquarium Benefit NORWALK, Conn. – Flitter among exotic tropical butterflies while savoring and favoring fine wines during the Flutter & Flights fundraiser on Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. at the Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk. The event will be held outside on the Aquarium’s riverfront courtyard, alongside the new “Flutter Zone” exhibit. Guests can sample wines and beers from around the world while enjoying special access into “Flutter Zone” and its dozens of varieties of beautiful butterflies from South America and Asia. Wines will be provided by Ninety Plus Cellars in association with World of Beverages in No…

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Neighbors
Happy Birthday To Teaneck's Bernard Purdie Happy Birthday To Teaneck's Bernard Purdie
Happy Birthday To Teaneck's Bernard Purdie TEANECK, N.J. – Happy Birthday to Teaneck’s Bernard Lee “Pretty” Purdie! Purdie, who has resided in Teaneck, turns 75 today. The American groove drummer was born June 11, 1941. Purdie is considered an influential exponent of funk. He is known for his precise musical time keeping and signature use of triplets against a half-time backbeat, known as the "Purdie Shuffle." He was inducted into the Modern Drummer Hall of Fame in 2013. Purdie recorded “Soul Drums” (1968) as a bandleader and solo albums “Purdie Good” (1971), “Soul Is ... Pretty Purdie” (1972) and the soundtrack for the…

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Habitat CFC Of Bridgeport Seeks Women Builders For Fundraiser Habitat CFC Of Bridgeport Seeks Women Builders For Fundraiser
Habitat CFC Of Bridgeport Seeks Women Builders For Fundraiser BRIDGEPORT, Conn. – Habitat for Humanity of Coastal Fairfield County (Habitat CFC) in Bridgeport will host its first ever women-only “She Nailed It” social and nailing competition to raise funds for Women Build on Wednesday, June 15, from 5-8:30 p.m. at the Eastern Greenwich Civic Center in Old Greenwich. Women Build is a program designed to recruit, educate and empower women to break stereotypes, build and advocate for affordable housing in Fairfield County. The goal of this event is to raise $50,000 for Women Build. Habitat CFC builds 12 to 14 homes each year and has provided more than 1,…

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Police & Fire
TV Show 'Cops" Filming In Paterson TV Show 'Cops" Filming In Paterson
TV Show 'Cops" Filming In Paterson PATERSON, N.J. – The TV show “Cops” plans to film in Paterson for 10 weeks starting at the end of July, reports NorthJersey.com. Some city officials are worried the filming will tarnish the city’s image, but Paterson Police Director Jerry Speziale stated officials would be able to preview footage and remove questionable scenes before airing, according to NorthJersey.com. The council is scheduled to vote on authorizing the production company, Langley Productions, to film with Paterson police officers, NorthJersey.com reported.  Click here to read the full NorthJersey.com story. 

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Neighbors
Town Of Fairfield, Rotary Collect Food, Funds For Veterans Town Of Fairfield, Rotary Collect Food, Funds For Veterans
Town Of Fairfield, Rotary Collect Food, Funds For Veterans FAIRFIELD, Conn. – Starting Friday and continuing through Monday, June 27, the Town of Fairfield’s Parks and Recreation Department, located at 75 Mill Plain Road, will have a box inside its hallway labeled “Parade Food Drive for Vets” for the public to drop off non-perishable food items to help the Fairfield Rotary Club with their collections. The department’s hours are 6:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. In addition, the Fairfield Rotary Club and Chip’s Family Restaurant will hold a fundraiser and a food collection for veterans on Tuesd…

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Schools
Darien Community Association Presents Scholarships To High School Students Darien Community Association Presents Scholarships To High School Students
Darien Community Association Presents Scholarships To High School Students DANBURY, Conn. – The Darien Community Association presented 16 college scholarship awards and four community service awards at recent Darien High School ceremonies. The community service awards are new this year and given to two juniors and two seniors who have made significant contributions to the community during their high school years.  The DCA is the largest provider of scholarships at DHS – providing funding for both new and returning college students – and the only one offering recipients the opportunity to re-apply for funding during all their years of college. Celebrating its 75…

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