Comedy fundraiser slated Oct. 10 at Ansonia Senior Center

 

Register for end of summer reading party at Shelton Community Center

Registration is OPEN for our Grades K-12 End of Summer Reading Party with performer Jason Tardy. Don't miss out on the fun!!

Register here: https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=2661...

Music, magic, more to benefit restoration of Sterling Opera House in Derby

Twisted Vine Resaturant is at 285 Main St., Derby.

Knights of Columbus to present comedy, dance at Holy Rosary Church in Ansonia

 

Singer/songwriter Chris Rowlands to perform at Ansonia Nature Center

July 25 @ 7 p.m. Chris Rowlands is an award-winning singer and songwriter who offers an interactive, kid-friendly presentation for those who love music and nature.  He creatively blends music, comedy, and education in a fast-paced show that teaches and inspires.  Chris brings animals to life through song, dance, puppets, and colorful props to teach children about animals and their habitats. The Environment Magazine has honored Chris with its first E Award for his environmental education programs.  Don’t miss this musical program! FEE: $2 per person. Children 2 and under are free. Click Here for Tickets This is a press release from the Nature Center, 10 Deerfield Lane, Ansonia.

Homes for the Brave to host comedy night fundraiser in Stratford

Get Ready to Laugh for a Cause!

Comedy Night is back and bigger than ever! Join us for an unforgettable evening of laughter, all in support of Homes for the Brave and the Veterans we proudly serve.

Don’t wait—grab your tickets now: https://bit.ly/HFTBComedy2025

Let’s come together for a night of fun and make a difference!

Center Stage Theatre in Shelton to hold reading of comedy Saturday

SHELTON - This weekend marks the world premiere of a brand-new play – Smiling: a sad, weird, neurotic comedy - at Center Stage Theatre. 

From playwright Ben Souza (2x winner of the Ernie DiMattia Emerging Young Artist Award for playwriting) and Shelton High School senior, Smiling follows Barry Adler, a struggling comedian - trapped in his own thoughts, navigating his life and relationships in New York City. 

The play is a relevant examination of humanity and relationships, questioning where we find true happiness in life.

This performance will be a staged reading at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 11. 

The theater is at 54 Grove St.

For general admission tickets ($10), please visit https://ci.ovationtix.com/29405/production/1225918...

This is shared from Center Stage Theatre Facebook page.

Singer/songwriter to present interactive program at Ansonia Nature Center

Chris Rowlands, Puppeteer and Singer, to appear at 7 p.m. July 26 at Ansonia Nature Center.

Chris Rowlands is an award-winning singer and songwriter who offers an interactive, kid-friendly presentation for those who love music and nature. He creatively blends music, comedy, and education in a fast-paced show that teaches and inspires.

Rowlands brings animals to life through song, dance, puppets, and colorful props to teach children about animals and their habitats.

The Environment Magazine has honored Chris with its first E Award for his environmental education programs.

Don’t miss this musical program! FEE: $10 per family.

The Nature Center is at 10 Deerfield Lane, Ansonia.

This is shared from a press release.

Ansonia High School Drama Club to present Open Mic Night

ANSONIA - AHS Drama Club will host an Open Mic Night from 6-8 p.m. May 15.

There will be performances from both teachers and students that include singing, dancing, and comedy.

This is shared from Ansonia Public Schools' Facebook page.

 

Ansonia native to perform at New York Comedy Club in Stamford

 

Seymour Public Library to show satirical comedy, 'Fool's Paradise'

SEYMOUR - Join us at 10:30 a.m. Aug. 18 in the lower level auditorium of Seymour Public Library to watch a movie! 

Light refreshments will be served. The Library is at 46 Church St.

We'll be showing "Fool's Paradise" starring Charlie Day, Ken Jeong, and Kate Beckinsale. It is rated R and its duration is 1 hour 38 minutes.

Summary: A fool for love becomes an accidental celebrity only to lose it all.

This is shared from Seymour Public Library's Facebook page.

Seymour Public Library to show comedy, 'About My Father'

SEYMOUR - Join us at 1 p.m. Wednesday in the lower level auditorium of Seymour Public Library to watch a movie.

Light refreshments will be served. The Library is at 46 Church St.

We'll be showing "About My Father" starring Robert De Niro, Sebastian Maniscalco, and Leslie Bibb. It is rated PG-13 and its duration is 1 hour, 29 minutes.

Summary: When Sebastian tells his old-school Italian immigrant father Salvo that he is going to propose to his all-American girlfriend, Salvo insists on crashing a weekend with her tony parents.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

The Spoon Man to perform for all ages at Seymour Public Library

SEYMOUR - Music with two spoons? Jim Cruise aka The Spoon Man will perform a fun and interactive music show at 1:30 p.m. Aug. 2 for all ages!

Registration is not required for this program.

For more information, please call 203-888-3903. The Library is at 46 Church St. 

Participation in our Summer Reading Program is not required to attend any of our free and fun programs.

This is shared from the Seymour Public Library Facebook page.

Enjoy American comedy-drama this Friday at Seymour Public Library

SEYMOUR - Join us at 10:30 a.m. Friday in the lower level auditorium of Seymour Public Library for a movie!

Light refreshments will be served.

We'll be showing a 2021 American comedy-drama film starring Kevin Hart, Melody Hurd, Alfre Woodard, Lil Rel Howery, DeWanda Wise, Anthony Carrigan, Frankie R. Faison, and Paul Reiser. 

It is rated PG-13 and its duration is 1hour 49 minutes.

Due to copyright issues, we are not allowed to publish the title on social media. 

For more information, please check our website: https://seymourpubliclibrary.org/event/ or phone the library at 203-888-3903.

This is shared from the Library's Facebook page.

Renaissance Faire returns to Warsaw Park in Ansonia

ANSONIA - The Midsummer Fantasy Renaissance Faire is BACK for our official 10 year anniversary!!

Dates are June 25-26, July 2-3, July 9-10 at Warsaw Park, 119 Pulaski Highway.

Saturdays 11 a.m.- 9 p.m. / Sundays 11 a.m.- 6:30 p.m.

Join us for a weekend of fantasy and fun that you won’t be able to experience anywhere else! 

Enjoy incredible performances featuring magic, comedy, live combat, singing, and so much more.
MFRF features its very own original storyline, written specifically for this year’s Faire, that is sure to leave you on the edge of your seat!

Shop at our unique vendors selling a wide variety of items, including Renaissance and fantasy clothing, jewelry, soaps, and more. You can also test your skills at the Proving grounds with axe throwing, knife throwing, and archery!

For more information,  visit https://www.mfrenfaire.com

This is shared from a Facebook event page.

Seymour Community Center to host annual active adult picnic

 

Comedy club event slated at Center Stage Theatre in Shelton

Derby Neck Library to host UFO expert, dinner and movie, more

Dinner and movie
DERBY - The Derby Neck Library hosts Dinner and a Movie for ages 18 and older at 5:30 p.m. July 11.  
This month’s feature film is “Galaxy Quest,” a satiric comedy.  
Free movie refreshments will be served, including a pizza dinner at intermission.  

Women's Forum

The Library will host Women’s Forum at 12:30 p.m. July 15. 
This month features Patricia Sweeney’s presentation, “The Valley in the 1950s.”  
Feel free to bring a light lunch; we serve coffee and tea.  

UFO presentation
The Library will offer a special presentation of  “UFOs in Connecticut,” with Michael Panicello, expert in the field, at 6:30 p.m. July 15.

Author to speak

On July 18 at 6:30 p.m., the Library will present Mathew Duman, author of “The Grotesque 10,” a book detailing the unusual sculptures on college buildings in the Northeast. 

Evening Book Club

The Library will host the Evening Book Club with moderator Patricia Sweeney, Ph.D. at 6:30 p.m. July 29.
This month’s selection for discussion is “Seize the Day” by Saul Bellow.  
Copies of the book are available at the Library, 307 Hawthorne Ave.
For information on any program call 203-734-1492.

This is a press release from Patricia Sweeney, reference librarian, Derby Neck Library.

Comedy night at BAD SONS in Derby to benefit Junior Achievement

Valley Shakespeare Festival to perform comedy at Tavern 1757 in Seymour