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Weekend Wind-Up Newsletter from FAD
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Your "Weekend Wind-Up" for October 1st, 2015
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With music and liberty for all!
There certainly isn't a lack of venues for catching live music in Fairfield County. With great stages at The Ridgefield Playhouse, The Fairfield Theatre Co., The Klein and The Stamford Palace, national and international acts abound.
What you may not be familiar with, are the smaller stages that are graced with the likes of
 Indie bands, heavy metal, Reggae, hip/hop, jazz, rock and amazing up-and-comers of all types.
Check out some of FAD's picks for "finding your herd" or discovering something new.
First up,
Seaside Tavern in Stamford. The front space is your average pub and grill, but head on over to the "back room" and catch yourself some head bangin' fun in an old school ambiance. They've also got an array of fun games in their game room and locals swear by the sliders.
Second on the list is
The Fez, also in Stamford. The Fez just underwent a major renovation and are once again ready to rock your socks off. They expanded the bar itself too, which of course makes FAD very happy. Besides various Indie and rock, they also have great jazz and even an Irish session night two Sundays a month.
Next we head over to a long-time favorite -
The Acoustic. They also underwent a huge renovation about a year or so ago and they did an amazing job. Many of the bands you see at The Gathering of the Vibes come through The Acoustic and the vibe there is very "peace,
 love and happiness". Fantastic stage, lighting and sound too.
Finally, check out
Two Boots in Bridgeport. Pizza parlor by day, music venue by night, it almost seems like two different places. Music styles run the gamut here. Plenty of hip/hop, Reggae, Latin, Indie and more. They also host comedy shows and - get this - a "Burlesque Drag Show" every so often - a total blast.
If you are a budding music artist yourself, check out all these venues for
open mic nights and revel in the spotlight! Oh, and be sure to tell them FAD sent ya!
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This week's "Tour Tuesday"
at The Spinning Wheel in Redding, CT
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Here are FAD's picks for the weekend.
For more information on these events, simply click the image. Enjoy!
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A new "country night" has sprung up on Thursdays at bLUU in Danbury!
Break out the cowboy boots, plaid shirts and western hats and kick up your heels at the new country night at bLUU in Danbury!
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The "rough, tough and gruff" bluesman Popa Chubby at The Acoustic Fri., Oct. 2
This modern-blues and rock singer and guitarist puts on an amazing show. Whether it's a spin on a Jimi Hendrix song or an original, you'll be truly amazed.
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Dave Mason's Traffic Jam at The Ridgefield Playhouse
Friday, Oct. 2
Dave Mason of Hall-of-Fame inductees Traffic performs a solo show of long-time favorites at The Ridgefield Playhouse on Friday night.
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Gold Coast Wine Show at Chelsea Piers in Stamford Saturday, Oct. 3
Here you'll have the opportunity to taste over 200 wines and purchase many at discounted prices all to benefit The Alzheimer's Association
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New Canaan Nature Center's annual Harvest Festival, Saturday, Oct. 3
This is a 21+ only event and takes place in the evening from 7pm to 10pm. Craft brews, wine, food & music all under a tent in their meadow!
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Shelton Day street festival on Howe Avenue
Sunday, Oct. 4
Bring the family for some good 'ole fashion New England fun with 150+ booths, live entertainment by Dizzy Fish, food and more! 11am to 5pm
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UP AND COMING OF INTEREST...
Brew at the Zoo returns to the Beardsley Zoo on October 10th from 3pm to 7pm. Lots of great craft breweries such as Goose Island and Blue Point along with local food favorites Fryborg, House of Bones BBQ and more. Tickets are just $40!
Here's a new one for FAD - "
Shuck and Jive Mountain Bike & Music Festival" at the McLaughlin Vineyards i n Sandy Hook October 9th through the 11th. Here we were
 thinking all the outdoor concerts & festivals were pretty much over and then this shows up on our radar! Music acts include Primate Fiasco, Deep Banana Blackout, Ed Mann of Frank Zappa and many more. Oh, and of course, bike races.
Star 99.9 and Norwalk Hospital are hosting a slew of events throughout October for Breast Cancer Awareness Month dubbed "
Pinktober". One of these events is "
Boots, Bags & Bling" being held at Sedona Taphouse in Norwalk on October 15th. For one
 simple ticket price, you are entered into drawings for great prizes. They will be drawing a name every ten minutes from 6:30pm to 8pm! If you purchase your tickets in advance, you are also entered to win a Dooney & Bourke tote bag. Schwinggg!!!
Some music & entertainment highlights coming up this month include
Melissa Etheridge at The Ridgefield Playhouse playing two shows on Oct. 5th & 6th,
Average White Band with guests Otis & The Hurricanes October 17th at The Warehouse at FTC in Fairfield and the
9th Annual Rock on 4 Autism Concert at The Palace Theatre in Stamford with "Beginnings - a Tribute to the Music of Chicago" also on October 17th.
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Fairfield After Dark is able to provide Fairfield County with all the fun nightlife, events and entertainment information entirely through local supporters and members.
This edition of the Weekend Wind-UP is made possible by:
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Two Steps in Danbury has happy hour Monday through Friday from 4pm to 8pm. They have a great space for private events both small and large and also offer full off-premise catering. Check them out for their very popular cooking classes each month!
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Cilantro is a new Latin Fusion restaurant in the heart of downtown Stamford. They have a comfortable patio perfect for sipping on a homemade sangria and watching the world go by. Happy hour is Monday through Friday with plenty of great $5 drinks and appetizers.
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Be sure to swing by one of these fun spots and tell them Fairfield After Dark sent ya!
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Give it away, give it away, give it away now!
We've got some great giveaways right now on FAD. One of them ends tonight so don't miss out!
Win tickets to see
ALO at The Fairfield Theatre Co. on
 October 6th, a pair of tickets to the
Upright Citizen's Brigade (created by Amy Poehler!) at The Stamford Palace on October 9th and a pair of passes to
Harvest Jam at The Ives Concert Park October 10th!
Plus this month we'll also have tickets to see Average White Band, Melvin Seals, Misfits and more so keep checking back!
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As always, "We'll see you out there!"
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