Style, Glitz, Glamor And Artistry Abound At MoCA Westport Surrealist Soireé
On Saturday, MoCA Westport hosted its first community fundraiser in four years; the very first at their home at 19 Newtown Turnpike, Westport. The art center moved from it's small Riverside Ave location in 2019 when they began a one year renovation of the former Martha Stewart studios after a over one year major renovation.
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The Surrealist Soireé brought together 150 guests to celebrate and provide critical support arts programming in our community.
Guests arrived as their surrealist selves and donned outfits that evoked the theme of the evening. They were delighted by an aerialist and stilt walking performers, and were able to enjoy the current exhibition Purvis Young: This is the Life I See, on loan from the Collection of Lynne and Jack Dodick.
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MoCA Westport is committed to fostering connections through the arts by presenting inclusive, inspiring, and diverse experiences.
Specifically, its fundraiser was organized to ensure that the museum can continue to offer meaningful and thought-provoking art exhibitions, a truly unique selection of world music, classical, folk, and jazz performances, and a broad assortment of art classes for all ages and abilities, while ensuring that their programs are accessible to all.
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To learn more about upcoming exhibits, concerts and events visit: MoCAWestport.org
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Westport Police Department Announces Arrest In Saugatuck Shots Fired Incident
WPD Press Release, 10.6.23
On October 6th, a 17-year-old juvenile from Stratford was arrested at Manson Youth Institute for the July 11th shots fired incident in Saugatuck. The youth is currently incarcerated at Manson following a previous arrest by another agency. The arrest came after a lengthy investigation by the Detective Bureau involving multiple interviews and search warrants.
The teen was charged with: Unlawful Discharge of a Firearm
Conspiracy to Commit Unlawful Discharge of a Firearm
Reckless Endangerment 1st. Breach of Peace
Conspiracy to Commit Reckless Endangerment 1st
Conspiracy to Commit Breach of Peace.
He is scheduled to appear in Bridgeport Juvenile Court on October 13th. We anticipate additional arrests.
Earthplace Hosts Woodside Bash Complete With Great Food, Music And A Mechanical Bull Challenge
Guests gathered during the evening at the Woodside Bash signature bonfire.
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The festive autumn banner has for years welcomed guests to Earthplace Fall events.
It was a beautiful night for Earthplace’s annual fundraiser - The Woodside Bash! Guests feasted on a delicious harvest dinner from Harbor Harvest and sipped on spiced apple margarita cocktails. Fairfield county’s favorite rock band, Pimpinella, played all the favorite classics
The mechanical bull was busy much of the night. Guests eagerly cued up to see how long they could stay on the bull. Most took to the "saddle" highly confident of their ability, however in the end each rider met the same fate. The bucking bull easily and unceremoniously tossed each intrepid "cowboy or cowgirl", to the ground. In fact, there were far more "cowgirls" than "cowboys".
The photos above show the confident start and less than graceful finish of the bull rider challenge.
The winner of the longest time on the bull walked away with a $100 gift card provided by Black Bear Wine and Spirits. We are already looking forward to next years event!
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Guests enjoying the delicious food from Harbor Harvest while listening to the sounds of Pimpinella.
While some riders lasted longer than others, including the winner of the $100 gift card provided by Black Bear Wine and Spirits, the end of the ride was pretty much the same for everyone.
The welcoming bonfire became a gathering spot for guests after enjoying their dinners.
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Westport Human Services Seeking Used Cellphones & iPads For Domestic Violence Crises Center
Westport DHS Press Release, October 4, 2023 - In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Department of Human Services and the Westport Domestic Violence Task Force are collecting used cell phones and iPads to benefit the Domestic Violence Crisis Center (DVCC) of Norwalk and Stamford. The DVCC provides free and confidential services to victims of domestic violence and their children in Westport, Norwalk, Stamford, New Canaan, Darien, Weston, and Wilton.
Residents are encouraged to donate used cell phones or iPads (no older than four years old) that have been re-set to factory settings. Cell phones are given to DVCC clients to ensure their safety and avoid possible tracking by their abuser.
Donation bins are available at Westport Town Hall at 110 Myrtle Avenue or the Westport Center for Senior Activities at 21 Imperial Avenue. Throughout October, both sites will accept donations Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.
In addition to the cell phone drive, Westport's Domestic Violence Task Force (DVTF) invites residents to attend other special events this October.
* On Friday, October 6, at 11 am the public is encouraged to attend a Domestic Violence Month proclamation at the Westport Police Department, 50 Jesup Road.
* On Wednesday, October 18, at 7 pm the DVTF will host a special screening and discussion of “The Fire That Took Her” at Westport’s Center for Senior Activities.
* On Thursday, October 19th wear purple and grab a coffee with the Domestic Violence Awareness coffee sleeve at the following participating stores: Kneads, Garlic & Herbs, Coffee An, The Porch, and Winfield Street Coffee, snap a selfie and join the social media campaign with the hashtag #purplethursday and tag @DVCCCT and @WESTPORTDOMESTICVIOLENCETASKFORCE on Facebook. All events are free and open to the public.
For a complete list of local October events, go to https://www.dvccct.org/dvam-3/. To learn more about Westport's Domestic Violence Task Force, which aims to raise public awareness and highlight resources for those affected by Domestic Violence, follow us on Facebook.
Contact Westport Human Services at 341-1050 or via email at humansrv@westportct.gov for more information on the cell phone drive.
To get involved with the DVTF, contact Lieutenant Jillian Cabana at jcabana@westportct.gov. For more information about the Domestic Violence Crisis Center, please visit www.dvccct.org.