Connecticut Event News (United States)

Hands on construction competitions with heavy equipment and carpentry (ultimate dog house build)! 1,000 high school students view construction careers. Trade Show and BBQ as well.

Beau Badrick Live @ Relay For Life/American Cancer Society in Wallingford CT, Friday, May 11th 2012 has had a VENUE CHANGE

All are invited to a World Affairs Forum dinner event, Indonesia: South Asian Superpower with Indonesian Ambassador to the U.S., Dr. Dino Patti Djalal. Stamford Yacht Club, 5/16/12, 6:15-9:30 pm.

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Over 150 examples of fine American and European paintings, drawings, sculpture and prints will cross the block on Thursday, April 26, at Shannon's Fine Art Auctioneers, in the firm's gallery located at 354 Woodmont Road in Milford, Conn.

The Fairfield County Women’s Expo is the largest event for women in Fairfield County, with over 200 exhibits. Visit Work It at booth #305 to see what pole dance fitness is all about!

Join local award-winning writers, poets and authors from the Ridgefield Writers Guild, along with guest readers, singers and musicians, for Festival Provençal, an evening of essays, stories, poetry and songs at the Ridgefield Library.

Family caregivers seeking advice, support and answers as they care for ill loved ones will come together at seminar/lunch in Southbury on May 24th. Tickets are sponsored by Western Connecticut Area Agency on Aging and Today’s Caregiver magazine.

It’s time to shake off the winter snow and make plans for the 20th annual Cabin Fever Auction, to be held Sunday, March 25, by Tim’s, Inc., in the firm’s gallery facility, located at 1185 Farmington Avenue (Route 6) in Bristol, Conn.

On April 4, 2012, 7:00 pm at Infinity Hall in Norfolk, CT, Master of Ceremonies, Dale Jones from WZBG radio and Musician Tracy Walton will kick off Survive the Drive S.A.V.E.S. Teens "Support Automotive Violence-Education Services" national campaign.

The entire contents of a 7-room home and 3-room guest house of Anthony Morss, music director and principal conductor of the New Jersey Association of Verismo Opera, will be sold at auction Saturday, Feb. 25, in Litchfield, Conn., by Tim's, Inc.

An early 1800s Eli Terry pillar-and-scroll clock and guitars signed by some of the greatest names in rock ‘n’ roll history are just a few of the items bidders will be vying for at the first annual auction to benefit the Norfolk Lion’s Club.

New Career Strategies Conference combines a full-day of professional development with nearly 20 speakers and an early-evening networking event. (May 22, 2012 at the Hilton Stamford Hotel & Executive Meeting Center)

Carl B. Weinberg, PhD, Chief Economist at High Frequency Economics, Ltd., will speak at the World Affairs Forum’s Annual Global Economic Trends Lecture on December 1st at the Pitney Bowes World Headquarters in Stamford

Renowned author Willard Sterne Randall will provide a free discussion of his most recent book, Ethan Allen: His Life and Times, at the Oliver Wolcott LIbrary on Thursday, November 10, 2011 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

The World Affairs Forum presents “The Velvet Revolution and the Arab Spring” by the current Czech Ambassador to the U.S., Petr Gandalovič, at a dinner on 11/9 at the Stamford Yacht Club. 203-356-0340.

Patricia Richardson will join Today's Caregiver magazine, caregiver.com, and the Agency on Aging of South Central Connecticut at the Nov 3rd Fearless Caregiver Conference in New Haven. A limited number of tickets are still available.

Late additions to what was already a packed sale are promising to make the Shannon’s Fine Art Auction slated for Thursday, Oct. 27, an event to remember. New consignments by prominent artists have poured in just over the last couple of weeks.

The Fairfield County Chapter of The American Marketing Association (AMA) opens its season with a special event to expand each member’s connections with “First Impressions: Is What You See What Is Really There?” and a speed networking session.

Key Hyundai of Milford introduces Pays For A’s. Smarty-pants at Joseph A Foran High School & Jonathan Law High School in Milford, CT will receive a $10 CT Post Mall Gift Card for each academic report card A's during the 2011-2012 school year.

Portland, CT – June 16, 2012. Celebrate the start of the summer at Brownstone Exploration & Discovery Park. For the fifth year, Brownstone is raising awareness for approximately 175 mentoring programs currently available to Connecticut children.

Hands on construction competitions with heavy equipment and carpentry (ultimate dog house build)! 1,000 high school students view construction careers. Trade Show and BBQ as well.

The 7th annual Naugatuck, Conn. Chamber of Commerce Duck Day and Race will offer a full day of activities for the more 5,000 people expected to attend the festivities which will include such new events as a Dunk Tank and Charity Business Duck Race.

Beau Badrick Live @ Relay For Life/American Cancer Society in Wallingford CT, Friday, May 11th 2012 has had a VENUE CHANGE

Taking a cue from the old Dean Martin Roasts and Comedy Roast Specials as seen on television, the Connecticut State Grange will be honoring Prelli on Saturday, May 19, in a Comedy Roast at Cheshire Grange Hall.

National Day of Prayer is being observed Thursday May 3rd around the country, and within Milford City Hall on River Street at 12:00 noon for local residents. This year's theme is "One Nation Under God." It is a time to pray for the United States.

Petal Post and Qustir earned top honors at the recent Connecticut Collegiate Business Plan Competition, hosted by The Entrepreneurship Foundation.

“Indo-Pakistani Relations: An Emerging Economic Power Zone?” with Amb. Abdullah Hussain Haroon, India & Amb. Abdullah Hussain Haroon, Pakistan, both permanent representatives to the UN. MasterCard Worldwide, Purchase, NY, 5/10 Info: 203-356-0340.

All are invited to a World Affairs Forum dinner event, Indonesia: South Asian Superpower with Indonesian Ambassador to the U.S., Dr. Dino Patti Djalal. Stamford Yacht Club, 5/16/12, 6:15-9:30 pm.

Marketing Research Services Global Leader Civicom will exhibit at The 2012 Worldwide Conference on Qualitative Research in Rome, Italy on April 25th – 27th to show their support to the Association for Qualitative Research (AQR).

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As part of Connecticut's Grange Month celebrations, National Grange President Edward L. Luttrell will be making a visit to the state on Monday, April 30, as part of his cross-country tour.

It is often said that one person's junk is another person's treasure. On Saturday, April 28, the Connecticut State Grange hosts five Tag Sales in various locations across the state, with proceeds benefitting the American Liver Foundation.

Over 150 examples of fine American and European paintings, drawings, sculpture and prints will cross the block on Thursday, April 26, at Shannon's Fine Art Auctioneers, in the firm's gallery located at 354 Woodmont Road in Milford, Conn.

The Fairfield County Women’s Expo is the largest event for women in Fairfield County, with over 200 exhibits. Visit Work It at booth #305 to see what pole dance fitness is all about!

World Affairs Forum presents Sen. George Mitchell, former US Special Envoy for Middle East Peace, speaking on “Turmoil in the Middle East & Its Effect on American Policy”, 4/16/12, Greenwich Library. 5:45 pm-Reception; 7 pm-Program. 203-356-0340

On April 11, 2012, the Waterbury Regional Chamber's Small Business Council will host their annual Business Expo featuring over 90 exhibitors, raffle prizes, their popular "Scavanger Hunt" plus special drawings. Expo will be open to the public.

Join local award-winning writers, poets and authors from the Ridgefield Writers Guild, along with guest readers, singers and musicians, for Festival Provençal, an evening of essays, stories, poetry and songs at the Ridgefield Library.

April has been declared "Grange Month" by the National Grange, and Community Granges across Connecticut are taking the opportunity to showcase the organization and its purpose, programs and activities.

Family caregivers seeking advice, support and answers as they care for ill loved ones will come together at seminar/lunch in Southbury on May 24th. Tickets are sponsored by Western Connecticut Area Agency on Aging and Today’s Caregiver magazine.

All are invited to a 4/11/12 Ambassadors’ Roundtable breakfast lecture, Mongolia: The Legacy of Genghis Khan in the 21st Century, by Dr. Christopher Atwood, at the Stamford Yacht Club, 7:15 -9:00 am.

Wednesday, March 21, 2012 is this year's annual Ag Day celebration at the Capitol in Hartford, and the Connecticut State Grange will be participating.

Stamford Innovation Center Hosts Southwestern CT Startup and Tech Community for Entrepreneurial Weekend March 30-April 1

It’s time to shake off the winter snow and make plans for the 20th annual Cabin Fever Auction, to be held Sunday, March 25, by Tim’s, Inc., in the firm’s gallery facility, located at 1185 Farmington Avenue (Route 6) in Bristol, Conn.

Enjoy a special four-course fondue feast for just $44.95 per person. A portion of the proceeds from each meal purchased ($10.00) will go to the Lance Armstrong Foundation to support one local and 28 million other cancer fighters.

On April 4, 2012, 7:00 pm at Infinity Hall in Norfolk, CT, Master of Ceremonies, Dale Jones from WZBG radio and Musician Tracy Walton will kick off Survive the Drive S.A.V.E.S. Teens "Support Automotive Violence-Education Services" national campaign.

Dr. Sara Tjossem, Sr. Lecturer-Columbia University’s School of International & Public Affairs, speaks on “State of the World’s Oceans” 3/19/12 at 7 pm, Greenwich Library. Great Decisions free program.

The artists of Gallery One are pleased to welcome new artists: Jody Bill of Clinton, Gail Mally-Mack of Chester, and Chip Rutan of Old Saybrook. Exhibiting with the new artists will be Guest Artist Gilbert V. Boro. The show runs Feb.28 to April 22.

The Naugatuck Chamber of Commerce in Naugatuck, Connecticut is seeking non-profit organizations to sell raffle tickets as fundraisers for their organizations for the 2012 Duck Day and Race on June 3rd. Deadline for application to sell is March 1.

The entire contents of a 7-room home and 3-room guest house of Anthony Morss, music director and principal conductor of the New Jersey Association of Verismo Opera, will be sold at auction Saturday, Feb. 25, in Litchfield, Conn., by Tim's, Inc.

An early 1800s Eli Terry pillar-and-scroll clock and guitars signed by some of the greatest names in rock ‘n’ roll history are just a few of the items bidders will be vying for at the first annual auction to benefit the Norfolk Lion’s Club.

The Waterbury Regional Chamber will host their annual Legislative Dinner on March 5. Invited guests include Connecticut Governor Dannel Malloy, State Senators, 16 State Representatives plus municipal officials from 13 area districts.

Free acupuncture treatments for all new patients on Saturday, March 10.

New Career Strategies Conference combines a full-day of professional development with nearly 20 speakers and an early-evening networking event. (May 22, 2012 at the Hilton Stamford Hotel & Executive Meeting Center)

Key Hyundai of Milford concludes successful Pays for A's program after area high school students received nearly $10,000 for good grades after just one marking period. The Connecticut Hyundai dealer plans to reach even more students next year.

The vibrant floral and still life paintings by Litchfield, Connecticut artist, Liliana Kleid, will be on display in the Oliver Wolcott Library Art Gallery from January 31- February 24, 2012.

1/18/12 Evening reception, book signing & presentation by Steven Solomon, author of Water: The Epic Struggle for Wealth, Power and Civilization, at the Stamford Yacht Club. Reservations, 203-356-0340.

Trashformations: Trash to Treasure Holiday Art Exhibit will open at the Silver Circle Gallery in Putnam, Connecticut, this Friday, December 2, with an opening celebration from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Opening is free and open to the public.

This show contains a variety of abstract and representational works by the artists of GalleryONE and will offer an unusually wide selection of paintings, sculptures and photography for Holiday giving.

Carl B. Weinberg, PhD, Chief Economist at High Frequency Economics, Ltd., will speak at the World Affairs Forum’s Annual Global Economic Trends Lecture on December 1st at the Pitney Bowes World Headquarters in Stamford

Two Southbury, CT businesses, Pet Aesthetics Salon and Boutique and Premier Designs will host a holiday event, "Bling for Paws" November 29. Proceeds Premier Designs acquires to go to not-for-profit Animals for Life, Inc. in Middlebury, CT.

Renowned author Willard Sterne Randall will provide a free discussion of his most recent book, Ethan Allen: His Life and Times, at the Oliver Wolcott LIbrary on Thursday, November 10, 2011 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Free Acupuncture Day at Many Rivers Community Acupuncture on Saturday, December 3 from 10 am - 2 pm

GalleryONE presents a memorial exhibition of the work of Chien Fei Chiang. The show runs November 8 to 20 with a reception on Friday November 11 from 5:30-7:30. This exhibition presents over fifty works from all periods of Chien Fei's artistic life.

Walter Kostrzewski , DMD of Milford, CT is helping to support our troops by getting the local community to donate Halloween candy to ship to U.S. soldiers in harm's way.

The World Affairs Forum presents “The Velvet Revolution and the Arab Spring” by the current Czech Ambassador to the U.S., Petr Gandalovič, at a dinner on 11/9 at the Stamford Yacht Club. 203-356-0340.

Patricia Richardson will join Today's Caregiver magazine, caregiver.com, and the Agency on Aging of South Central Connecticut at the Nov 3rd Fearless Caregiver Conference in New Haven. A limited number of tickets are still available.

Join Amy Kalafa and John Turenne, on October 24th, for a high impact workshop that teaches attendees successful approaches for overcoming common obstacles to making school meals more healthful and sustainable.

The 127th Annual Session of the Connecticut State Grange will be held Thursday through Saturday, October 20 - 22, at the Hartford Plaza Hotel, East Hartford.