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Opinion: CARES act leaves out some community theaters

As currently written the latest round of federal stimulus through the Shuttered Venue Operators Grants, (SVOG), with its original and admirable goal of providing a lifeline to live music venues shuttered for many months by a deadly pandemic, excludes thousands of community theaters from accessing aid needed to keep afloat the cultural lifeblood of many…

Will going out in the cold give you a cold?

From The Conversation. Author: Libby Richards, Associate Professor of Nursing, Purdue University Many of us have heard: “Don’t go outside without a coat; you’ll catch a cold.” That’s not exactly true. As with many things, the reality is more complicated. Here’s the distinction: Being cold isn’t why you get a cold. But it is true…

Maritime Aquarium marks Black History Month with live-streaming programs celebrating black scientists and authors

NORWALK, CT – Log in to learn the achievements of Black scientists and authors during upcoming live-streaming educational programs offered by The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk during Black History Month. The Virtual programs offered during Black History Month are part of a changing suite of online programs offered weekly by the Aquarium. There’s no set…

Stamford Arts & Culture Grant Winners Announced

STAMFORD, CT – Stamford Mayor David Martin and the Stamford Arts and Culture Commission are proud to announce the winners of the 2021 Stamford Arts & Culture (SAC) Grant. The commission received 18 grant applications with $160,000 in grant aid requested. The following winners were selected for their commitment to providing quality programs that are…

The Scripps Family Fund for Education and the Arts Establishes  Textbook Lending Library at Housatonic Community College

Helping low-income, high-need students seeking higher education and vocational learning. BRIDGEPORT, CT – Housatonic Community College (HCC) is easing the burden of textbook costs for low-income students thanks to a grant from The Scripps Family Fund for Education and the Arts (SFFEA) for the creation of a new Textbook Lending Library. The Textbook Lending Library…

Stamford Public Schools Announces Davenport Elementary Fifth Grader Krish Bande Named Winner of Senator Murphy’s MLK Essay Contest

Stamford, CT – Stamford Public Schools (SPS) announced that Davenport Elementary Fifth Grader Krish Bande was selected by U. S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) as a 4th Congressional District Winner in his 5th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Essay Contest. According to a press release issued by the senator’s office on January 18, 2021,…

“Connecticut’s Role in World War I”  Virtual Lecture by Christine Pittsley of the CT State Library – Hosted by the Weston Historical Society

WESTON, CT – As a lead-in to the Weston Historical Society’s 1920s exhibit, which will open later this year, the society is organizing a virtual lecture series that will explore events that influenced and shaped the Roaring 20s. The first virtual lecture, “Connecticut’s Role in World War I”, will be presented by Christine Pittsley of…

Chelsea Piers Announces Kevin Burton as Athletic Director  Position Will Oversee all Competitive Teams

Chelsea Piers Connecticut is pleased to announce Kevin Burton as the new Athletic Director for the complex. In this role, Burton will oversee the operations, programming, and development of all sports under the Chelsea Piers Connecticut banner. Burton’s unique career and educational background aligns perfectly with this new position. Burton attended Boston University where he…