Entertainment

Prayers Needed

It has been a brutal year for legends and it isn't letting up for our local legend Gary DeCarlo who hails from Shelton.  If you are old like me or if you have been to any sporting event you would recognize his work with the song Na Na Na Hey Hey Goodbye!  Gary just posted on his Facebook page: "I got my results and they aren't good. I have cancer in my lung, my rib, and a muscle in my back and spine. I have to see a cancer surgeon to see if this came from my bladder cancer then they'll know how to treat it. Thank all of you for your thoughts and prayers."

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“Tree Dreams” Now at Discovery Museum

Local artist Amy Oestreicher will be at an afternoon meet and greet on Sunday July 26th from 3pm to 5pm, at the Discovery Museum in Bridgeport, CT. Her work is currently on display in the Museum’s Artist Gallery. Amy Oestreicher is a twenty-eight year old artist, actress, musician, orator and writer residing in Westport, CT. The fulfillment of her dream to act was shockingly interrupted when, at the age of eighteen, she suffered a blood clot that left her in a coma for months and unable to eat or drink for over three years. Almost thirty surgeries later, Amy is still courageously fighting medical setbacks, and uses her painting and mixed media creations to transcend ten years of emotional and physical trauma. Her art demonstrates her journey into…

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Look Who’s Doing It Local!

It's Maria and Juan!  Juan runs Voltz AutoSports at 611 Lindley Street in Bridgeport (203) 366-2453.  They specialize in Tonneau covers, bed liners, car stereos, remote starters, custom wheels and tires.  He also runs MasterJunkRemoval.com (203-665-8657) and they specialize in clean outs, household junk, appliances, furniture and yard debris.  Juan proudly gives a discount to police, firefighters and EMS from any town as well as military discounts to all our veterans for both businesses!   His wife Maria runs Uniform Proz (see https://www.facebook.com/UniformProz )  call her at 203-617-TEES (8337).  She is redesigning all of my DoingItLocal shirts to give us better visibility to the public.  Its been a pleasure working with someone so creative to come up with a better look!  You'll…

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Canvas Talk: A Forum of Dreams

“Canvas Talk: A Forum of Dreams” debuts at Ridgefield Tusk & Cup Fine Coffee Saturday February 28th 5-8pm Local artist Amy Oestreicher will be at an evening meet and greet on Saturday February 28th from 5pm to 8pm at Tusk & Cup Fine Coffee in Ridgefield, CT. Her work will be on display starting on January 26th. Amy Oestreicher is a twenty-seven year old artist, actress,  musician, orator and writer residing in Westport, CT. The fulfillment of her dream to act was shockingly interrupted when, at the age of eighteen, she suffered a blood clot that left her in a coma for months and unable to eat or drink for over three years. Almost thirty surgeries later, Amy is still courageously fighting medical setbacks, and uses her painting and mixed…

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Fairfield’s Restaurant Week: Bella Sera

#Fairfield CT--Fairfield's Restaurant Week continues this time with great Italian Food.  First Selectman and DoingItLocal.com met with Fabio of Bella Sera to find the specials this week.  Stuffed squid appetizer, salad and veal chop with polenta wild mushroom ragu for just $30.  The full menu is available as well.  A full bar along with special wines like Amarone and Barolo are available with you meal.  Wines are half priced on Mondays and Tuesdays.  They are open 5pm to 10pm each night.  A private room is available for parties as large as 40.  Phone them at 203-335-7701 or visit them online at http://www.bellaseraristorante.com/

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Beer Journalist to Visit Fairfield Public Library 

Beer Journalist John Holl will be presenting his new book, “The American Craft Beer Cookbook” at the Fairfield Public Library, 1080 Old Post Road on Tuesday, October 21. The program will begin at 7:00 pm in the Rotary Room. Beer journalist John Holl has visited more than 900 breweries around the world, conducting research for his beer-and-travel books as well as articles for the “New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Beer Connoisseur, Beverage World”, and many other publications. In his new book, “The American Craft Beer Cookbook”, he profiles his favorites and shares 150 of their beloved recipes for food that tastes amazing with beer. These recipes fan the craft beer fire with flavors that enhance the taste of a good cold one. It’s no longer about…

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