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Stamford Highlights
Posted on 08/27/2009
Stamford celebrates St. Theodore The 103rd St. Theodore festival opens with the Homemade Wine Contest on Friday, Aug. 28, where attendees decide winners in both red and white wine categories. From 7 to11 p.m. each night, there will be live music including The Barons' oldies hits, Sharkey's doo-wop songs, and Moreno & Fruzzetti's Italian classics. Authentic cuisine includes pizza fritte and sausage and peppers, along with gelatto and Italian cookies for dessert. On Sunday morning Aug. 30, the parade travels from the San Manghese Club to Sacred Heart Church on Skylar Avenue. Festival directors include Cappola & Sons Construction of Stamford and Golden Events of Greenwich. San Manghese Social Club is donating the use of its field; Sorrento's Pizza and Vinny's Luncheonette are both donating Italian cuisine; Jack Dog Studio is donating photography services; and Scott's Amusement is providing the many games and rides. Landmark Air Systems is sponsoring the yearly raffle, which features a grand prize of $4,000. For more information, contact Phil Lohmeyer of Golden Events at (203) 629-1300, ext. 1. Special garden tour at Bartlett Bartlett Arboretum is offering a guided tour of the tropical garden on Aug. 29 from 11 a.m. to noon. The tour starts at the Visitor Center terrace. Flat, comfortable walking shoes are suggested. Tours are free with garden admission. For more information, call 203-322-6971, visit www.bartlettarboretum.org or e-mail visitorservices@bartlettarboretum.org. Yoga in the Gardens Enjoy yoga outside on the Bartlett lawn Tuesdays through Sept. 1, 10 to 11 a.m. The class will be held weather permitting. Bring a mat. Instructor Susan Kenney is a full time Yoga instructor with a Hatha I, Gentle and Therapeutic Yoga Certifications, respectively from Integral Yoga Institute. Members $12, Non-members $18. Call 203-322-6971 or e-mail visitorservices@bartlettarboretum.org.
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