Ridgefield Guild of Artists

An annual and joyful tradition, the Guild’s Festive Home Holiday Marketplace opens Friday, November 13th with a special preview party from 5-7pm. Regular sale days begin Saturday, November 14th
and run through Sunday, December 13th. 
The Preview Party kicks off Festive Home with a festive fundraiser: Come for the first look at all the wonderful hand-made holiday and gift items by local artisans, along with tons of art created by our members. For an admission of $25 online at www.rgoa.org or $30 at the door, attendees will enjoy festive food, drinks and music, and, of course shopping, all while supporting the Guild’s mission and programming.For more information, visit <a href="https://www.rgoa.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.rgoa.org</a> or call 203-438-8863. RGOA is a 501c3 non-profit artist organization, now in its 52nd year. All contributions are gratefully appreciated.

Local Event: Ridgefield Guild of Artists' Festive Home 2026 Opens with a Preview Party on Nov 13th!

Fairfield County

Ridgefield

Connecticut

Ridgefield Guild of Artists' Festive Home 2026...

An annual and joyful tradition, the Guild’s Festive Home Holiday Marketplace opens Friday, November 13th with a special preview...

Ridgefield Guild of Artists' Festive Home 2026 Opens with a Preview Party on Nov 13th!

Mary Pat Devine

Rich Kirby

New York City Metropolitan Area

Hayleigh Evans

Danbury

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Bethel

Westchester County

Jeff Edwards

Bedford-Katonah

New York

Wilton

Weston-Redding-Easton

Putnam County

Southeast-Brewster

RJ Scofield

New Canaan

Brookfield

Newtown

Yorktown-Somers

We have moved all new items into this house from a cottage in Greenwich.
We are selling all the contents in the house as well as all the parts of the house; Flooring, Appliances, Washer/Dryer, Kitchen Cabinets Windows, Water Heater, Furnace, Antique Beams, Antique Pine Floor, Refrigerator, Built Ins, Built In Bar, Vanities, Shower Doors, Sconces, Interior Doors as well as: Furniture, Art, Books, Holiday Decor, Kitchen Items, Rugs, Outdoor Furniture, Bedframes, Fabric, Exercise Items, Tools, 3 Car Roof Pods, Tables, Chairs, Sofas, Coffee Tables, Mirrors, Clothing and more.......
Clothing is arriving Tuesday Nov 3 - Those photos will be added House is coming down in November
Cash, Venmo, Zelle 9am - 2pm Fri - Sun 112 Roseville Road, Westport All Photos: <a href="https://www.estatesales.net/account/sale-wizard/pictures/5128686" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">estatesales.net/account/sale-wizard/pictures/5128686</a>

Local Event: Estate Sale / Pre-Demolition Sale

Westport

Estate Sale / Pre-Demolition Sale

We have moved all new items into this house from a cottage in Greenwich.
We are selling all the contents in the house as well...

St Thomas Episcopal Church

Come for lunch - sandwiches, soup, chili &amp; more!
Free Admission! Something for everyone! Crafts, gift baskets, Kids'games, raffle basket, teacher gifts, Xmas items, attic treasures &amp; more!

Local Event: Holiday Fair

Holiday Fair

Come for lunch - sandwiches, soup, chili & more!
Free Admission! Something for everyone! Crafts, gift baskets, Kids'games,...

Umpawaug School House, Umpawaug Rd, Redding, CT, 06896

Step back in time and tour Redding's only surviving one-room brick schoolhouse, a national historic landmark built circa 1789. This annual community event is free and open to the public, with donations gratefully accepted to help preserve this historic site.

Local Event: Umpawaug School Open House

Redding

Umpawaug School Open House

Step back in time and tour Redding's only surviving one-room brick schoolhouse, a national historic landmark built circa 1789....

The Amber Room Colonnade

Thanksgiving, Handled.
Let The Amber Room Colonnade do the cooking this year. Our fully cooked, homemade Thanksgiving dinners are ready to pick up and reheat, so you can spend the holiday at the table instead of in the kitchen.
Fully Cooked Large Feast – $450 (a $650 value, serves 6–12) 
Extra large turkey, gravy, sausage stuffing, cranberry sauce, mixed vegetables, mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, dinner rolls, house salad and your choice of apple, pumpkin or chocolate cream pie.
Fully Cooked Small Feast – $325 (serves 4–6) 
Extra large turkey, gravy, sausage stuffing, mixed vegetables, mashed potatoes, dinner rolls and your choice of pie.
More options:
<ul>
<li>Fully Cooked Whole Turkey with gravy – $150 (add carving for $25; turkeys are carved, not sliced)</li>
<li>Thanksgiving To-Go Meals: Individual Dinner $35 or Dinner for Two $60</li>
<li>À la carte sides by the half or full tray, including butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, roasted red bliss potatoes and more</li>
<li>Soup, gravy and cranberry sauce by the quart</li>
<li>Desserts and platters, including 10-inch pies, apple crisp, and cookie and brownie platters</li>
</ul>
How to order: Call 203-748-3800 by 5pm on Friday, November 20. Full payment plus tax is due when you order. No substitutions.
Pickup: Wednesday, November 25, between 12pm and 2pm, at The Amber Room Colonnade, 1 Stacey Rd., Danbury, CT 06811. Warming instructions are included.
From our family to yours, happy Thanksgiving!

Local Event: Thanksgiving, Handled: Fully Cooked Dinners from The Amber Room

Thanksgiving, Handled: Fully Cooked Dinners...

Thanksgiving, Handled.
Let The Amber Room Colonnade do the cooking this year. Our fully cooked, homemade Thanksgiving dinners...

Thanksgiving, Handled: Fully Cooked Dinners from The Amber Room

The Auction Barn is pleased to announce our next auction taking place on November 9 at 6 pm.&nbsp;Featuring 400 lots of luxury fashion including Chanel, Gucci, and Fendi handbags, vintage fur coats, Lalique, Baccarat, Daum, and more crystal, sterling silver, bronze sculptures, fine art, 18th, 19th, and mid century furniture, Royal Crown Derby Imari dinnerware service, Angela Cummings dinnerware service, unique antiques and decorative arts, and many more treasures to be found!&nbsp;Visit our website for links to bid on Live Auctioneers or Invaluable, or join us to bid live starting at 6 pm in our showroom at 99 Railroad Street, New Milford, CT.&nbsp;

Local Event: November Estate Auction 

Litchfield County

New Milford

November Estate Auction 

The Auction Barn is pleased to announce our next auction taking place on November 9 at 6 pm. Featuring 400 lots of luxury...

Wilton Quaker Meeting

HFFC is honored to welcome Fish Stark, Executive Director of the American Humanist Association and Executive Director of its advocacy arm, the Center for Freethought Equality, to Wilton, Connecticut. Fish will&nbsp;highlight AHA’s successful American Empathy Project and Creator Fund, takeaways from the midterm election, and what to look forward to in AHA’s upcoming strategic plan.&nbsp;HFFC is a chapter of the American Humanist Association. &nbsp; Fish took over the helm of the 85-year-old organization in 2024 and is responsible for bringing a new energy into the humanist movement. Stark is an organizer, educator, social entrepreneur, and lifelong humanist who has spent his career turning big ideas into bold action in service of belonging, flourishing, and social justice for all people. He holds a Master’s in Education from Harvard and a Bachelor’s from Yale University. He serves on several nonprofit boards.&nbsp;And yes, he is also an award-winning comedian!&nbsp; (In the spirit of Jordan Klapper, 2026 Humanist of the Year and Ricky Gervais).&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; The meeting is free and open to all. Register here for meeting details <a href="https://bit.ly/AHAExDirFishStark" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">bit.ly/AHAExDirFishStark</a> If you will&nbsp;be attending IN-PERSON you are encouraged to arrive at the venue at 6:40 PM for socializing before the program starts.&nbsp;
BY ZOOM: Upon registering,&nbsp;you will receive an email from Zoom containing a “Join Meeting” button to use when the event start time approaches. 6:45 PMcheck-in;&nbsp;7:00 PM program

Local Event: Why Humanism Is Essential Today And Always : Navigating A Changing World 

Why Humanism Is Essential Today And Always :...

 HFFC is honored to welcome Fish Stark, Executive Director of the American Humanist Association and Executive Director of its...

Why Humanism Is Essential Today And Always : Navigating A Changing World 

VETERANS DAY CEREMONY 
American Legion Post 78 is conducting a Veterans Day Ceremony on Nov 11th at 11am. The ceremony is being held at the Lounsbury House/ Veterans Garden 316 Main Street, Ridgefield, CT. 
Come join us and honor those who served their country.

Local Event: Veterans Day Cermony

Veterans Day Cermony

VETERANS DAY CEREMONY 
American Legion Post 78 is conducting a Veterans Day Ceremony on Nov 11th at 11am. The ceremony is being...

New Canaan Library

Join Tom Mayes, former Chief Legal Officer for the National Trust for Historic Preservation
Wednesday, November 11
6:00 pm
Location: New Canaan Library
At New Canaan Library, Tom Mayes, the author of Why Old Places Matter and the former Chief Legal Officer for the National Trust, will share insights about the deep meaning of old places, from his work establishing The Glass House as a National Trust Historic Site to the legal battles over the civic architecture of Washington DC, all through the lens that places have the power to change people.
Free <a href="https://theglasshouse.org/whats-on/places-change-people/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://theglasshouse.org/whats-on/places-change-people/</a>

Local Event: Glass House Presents: Places Change People

Bridgeport

Glass House Presents: Places Change People

Join Tom Mayes, former Chief Legal Officer for the National Trust for Historic Preservation
Wednesday, November 11
6:00...

A NEW ERA BEGINS FOR THE MARINER TAVERN — 
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK FOR LUNCH/BRUNCH + DINNER
Chef/Owner Shannon Sturz Unveils Elevated French-American Cuisine, Beautifully Reimagined Interiors and Seven-Day Dining, Including Lunch, Weekend Brunch and Dinner
RIDGEFIELD, Conn. — A beloved Ridgefield dining institution is entering a new chapter. The Mariner Tavern, formerly known as The Ancient Mariner, has reopened under Chef/Owner Shannon Sturz with elevated yet approachable French-American cuisine, beautifully reimagined interiors and a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere. Now open seven days a week for lunch, weekend brunch and dinner, The Mariner offers something for every occasion, from a casual midday meal to a celebratory evening out.
“The Mariner has meant something to this community for more than 50 years, and I didn't want to come in and erase that history,” said Sturz. “I wanted to respect what generations of people have loved about this place while giving them a new reason to walk through the door. It should still feel like The Mariner—just a new chapter of it.”
Drawing on French and American culinary traditions, Chef Sturz pairs classic tavern favorites with refined technique, premium ingredients and modern presentation. His philosophy is simple: source exceptional ingredients, prepare them thoughtfully and let the food speak for itself. A hands-on chef, Sturz personally sources ingredients, from selecting fresh seafood at the fish market to working with trusted purveyors and seeking out the best seasonal produce. The result is a menu that balances familiar comfort food with more sophisticated offerings, equally suited to a quick lunch, leisurely brunch, family dinner or special occasion.
Menu highlights: Tuna Tartare, Firecracker Cauliflower, Mussels, New England Clam Chowder, Kale Salad, The Mariner Burger, Hot and Cold Lobster Rolls, Filet Mignon with Peppercorn Demi-Glace, Chicken Milanese with Arugula, Steak Frites, Miso-Glazed Cod and Scallops with Celeriac Purée. Desserts include Sticky Toffee Pudding and Linden Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches (Linden’s Cookies is a Sturz family business).
A Fresh Look, Rooted in History
Beyond the kitchen, Sturz partnered with acclaimed Connecticut interior designer Christian P. Arkay-Leliever, whose work includes Elm in New Canaan and Esh Mediterranean in Fairfield, to refresh The Mariner while honoring its history. Inspired by Sturz's love of the ocean and mountains, the design blends maritime character with alpine-lodge warmth and sophistication.
The intimate tavern features blonde wide-plank flooring, a honey-toned L-shaped bar, chocolate leather seating, a pressed-copper tin ceiling and dark sea-green shiplap. An antique ship's wheel and a hand-carved wooden fish Sturz found at a tag sale playfully recall its maritime heritage. The lighter, more relaxed dining room evokes a refined mountain retreat with cream walls, plaid banquettes and rich brown leather upholstery. Seating 60 in the dining room and 21 at the bar, The Mariner combines a lively neighborhood tavern with an inviting destination for an exceptional meal.
Seven-Day Dining for Every Occasion
Guests can enjoy weekday lunch, weekend brunch with friends and family, bar cocktails or dinner any night. For Sturz, The Mariner's community role matters as much as its food.
Sturz sees restaurants as places to meet friends, celebrate birthdays, dine with family or unwind after a long day. He wants The Mariner to be Ridgefield's welcoming gathering place, where guests can count on a great meal and return often.
Hours
The Mariner Tavern opens daily at 451 Main Street, Ridgefield, Connecticut.
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 <td>Day</td>
 <td>Lunch / Brunch</td>
 <td>Dinner / Tavern</td>
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 <td>Monday–Thursday</td>
 <td>Lunch: 11:30 a.m.–4 p.m.</td>
 <td>4–10 p.m.</td>
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 <td>Friday</td>
 <td>Lunch: 11:30 a.m.–4 p.m.</td>
 <td>4–11 p.m.</td>
 </tr>
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 <td>Saturday</td>
 <td>Brunch: 11 a.m.–4 p.m.</td>
 <td>4–11:30 p.m.</td>
 </tr>
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 <td>Sunday</td>
 <td>Brunch: 11 a.m.–4 p.m.</td>
 <td>4–10 p.m.</td>
 </tr>
</tbody></table>
Kitchen closes at 9 p.m. Monday–Thursday and Sunday, and at 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Reservations are recommended and available through OpenTable. For menus and more information, visit themarinerct.com or follow @TheMarinerTavern on Instagram.
About The Mariner Tavern
Located in the heart of historic downtown Ridgefield, Connecticut, The Mariner Tavern is a beloved neighborhood dining institution entering a new era under Chef/Owner Shannon Sturz. Building on more than 50 years of local history, the restaurant combines the warmth and hospitality of a traditional tavern with elevated French-American cuisine, thoughtfully sourced ingredients and beautifully reimagined interiors. Open seven days a week for lunch, weekend brunch and dinner, The Mariner welcomes locals and visitors alike to experience a fresh take on a Ridgefield classic.
The Mariner Tavern|451 Main Street, Ridgefield, CT
themarinerct.com|Instagram: @TheMarinerTavern|Reservations: OpenTable

Local Event: The Mariner Tavern's Official Ribbon Cutting on November 12, 2026 at 4:30pm

The Mariner Tavern's Official Ribbon Cutting on...

A NEW ERA BEGINS FOR THE MARINER TAVERN — 
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK FOR LUNCH/BRUNCH + DINNER
Chef/Owner Shannon Sturz Unveils...

The Mariner Tavern's Official Ribbon Cutting on November 12, 2026 at 4:30pm

The United Church of Christ Southbury

Please join us and get an early start to your Christmas Shopping at our 60th Annual Holiday Fair, where you will find rooms full of handcrafted Christmas items, including beautiful ornaments, centerpieces, kitchen cozies, hand knitted gifts, as well as various hostess and teacher gifts.
The Fair will occur on Saturday, November 14th, from 9am until 3pm.
We will also feature: •	Vendors and Artisans outside on the Church Green •	A Delicious Lunch and/or Dessert in our Snowflake Café •	Fresh Holiday Wreaths for sale from Boy Scout Troop 60 •	Estate Jewelry Sale •	Baked Goods Sale •	Basket Bonanza room with over 40+ Themed Baskets •	A Photo booth with Santa from 11am-1pm •	And our Live Auction, starting at 2:30pm
The Online Silent Auction runs from November 6th through November 14th at 9am. You can sign up and participate by visiting the link below.<a href="https://www.32auctions.com/AuctionLinkUCC2026" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Online Silent Auction</a>
See you on Saturday, the 14th!

Local Event: 60th Annual Holiday Fair

New Haven County

Southbury

60th Annual Holiday Fair

Please join us and get an early start to your Christmas Shopping at our 60th Annual Holiday Fair, where you will find rooms...

Join acclaimed pianist Adam Tendler for an hour-long concert in New Canaan's modernist St. Mark's Episcopal Church, designed by Sherwood, Mills and Smith and completed in 1961. Tendler will perform selections from his GRAMMY®-nominated project, Inheritances alongside other works.
&nbsp;Saturday, November 21

4:00 pm
Location: St Marks Episcopal Church
<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/11+Oenoke+Ridge+Road,+New+Canaan,+CT+06840?entry=gmail&amp;source=g" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">11 Oenoke Ridge Road, New Canaan, CT 06840</a>
Tickets: <a href="https://theglasshouse.org/whats-on/adam-tendler-piano-works/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://theglasshouse.org/whats-on/adam-tendler-piano-works/</a> <a href="https://theglasshouse.org/whats-on/adam-tendler-piano-works/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://theglasshouse.org/whats-on/adam-tendler-piano-works/</a>

Local Event: Join acclaimed pianist Adam Tendler in concert at St Mark’s

Join acclaimed pianist Adam Tendler in concert...

Join acclaimed pianist Adam Tendler for an hour-long concert in New Canaan's modernist St. Mark's Episcopal Church, designed by...

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