2023 Garavel SoNo Half Marathon, 5K & Kids Fun Run, Sunday, October 1st at Veteran’s Park, 42 Seaview Ave. Runners will enjoy an exciting and unique course through historic South Norwalk, along beautiful coastline, down charming picturesque, tree-lined streets and past many of Norwalk’s notable landmarks and attractions. Race day kicks off at 8:30 a.m. with the start of the half marathon, which is immediately followed by the start of the 5K race. The free Kids Fun Run begins at 11:00 a.m. for preregistered participants. All participants receive awesome race swag including a high-quality performance shirt, headwear, free race photos and a brag-worthy finisher’s medal. Celebrate your finish at the post-race party and enjoy free beer (21+), Dave’s Planet Pizza, goodies from Stew Leonard’s, and more! Since 2015, this event has helped raise over $100,000 for local charities and organizations. Register at https://bit.ly/3ByLMxR. @sonohalf @daves_planetpizza @stewleonards
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Cantando y Jugando and Norwalk/Nagarote Sister City Project Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Saturday, September 30 from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. at the Norwalk Public Library Auditorium, 1 Belden Ave. This is a free family event. Craft Items will be sold to support the Norwalk/Nagarote Sister City Project. For more information, visit www.norwalkpl.org or email maryoster@optonline.net. @norwalklibct
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Live Robot Combat Tournament, “The Final Botdown,” on Saturday, September 30, starting at 10:00 a.m., at Norwalk Havoc Robot League HQ, 165 Water St. (with easy parking at the Webster lot or Maritime Garage). Watch LIVE as builders of combat robots from all over the world compete to gain a place at the 3lb, 12lb and 30lb $1 MILLION World Championships at the end of the NHRL season. You’ll see dozens of fights with groundbreaking robots across 8 purpose-built cages, from fully autonomous spinning bots known as Meltybrains, to flamethrower bots that melt their opponents into a pile of molten parts. Nothing prepares you for the feeling of being cage side when two 30lb robots go head to head. It’s an action-packed day fit for the whole family. Enjoy food from local food trucks, beer from Spacecat Brewing Co., visit the growing and legendary collection of robots in NHRL’s Bot Museum, along with the chance to test-drive your own house bot. Tickets and info at www.nhrl.io/events. @norwalkhavoc @nhrlrobotcombat
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Black by Demand Specialty Coffee & Catering now open at the SoNo Train Station! Ribbon-cutting ceremony with Mayor Rilling this morning (9/29) at 9:30. Black by Demand Specialty Coffee & Catering LLC originated in the Bronx, NY in late 2021, following a decade-long labor of love in all aspects of the specialty coffee industry. They pride themselves on bringing guests and communities together by energizing the vibes with their mobile full-service café featuring good coffee, great espresso beverages, and even better small bites. They are pleased to announce their special expansion to a kiosk in the South Norwalk Metro-North train station. Black by Demand will not only provide amazing coffee and treats, true to their mission of highlighting collaboration over competition, they will also showcase various guest roasters from across the African diaspora, as well as offering unique products usually not found in cafes here, such as Jamaican coffee lemonade and an assortment of patties such as jerk chicken and salmon. They are located downstairs directly adjacent to the South/New York City-bound platform at 24 Monroe St. Current hours are 6:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Saturday, and closed Sundays, with plans to be open later in the evening for the homecoming crowd soon. Fall specialty beverages include: Pumpkin Spice Latte (Of course! Wouldn’t be fall without it!), Brown Butter Baby (brown butter toffee syrup, swirled into an oat chai latte), Spicy Maple Latte (vanilla maple with a spicy finish from scotch bonnet and piri pepper). Grand opening specials include: the first 25 customers who purchase a retail bag of coffee or make a $25+ purchase will receive free Black by Demand merchandise (such as drinking glassware). Branded tote bags will be given to the first 50 customers who make a purchase and sign up for the Black by Demand loyalty program. Learn more at www.BlackbyDemand.biz . @blackbydemandcoffee @blackbydemandco
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Unfortunately, we are cancelling tomorrow`s Kids to Parks Day again due to the weather forecast. Once a reschedule date is selected, we will share it. #KidsToParksDayCancelled

Kids to Parks Day 2023, presented by the City of Norwalk Recreation and Parks Department, on Saturday, September 30 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., at Cranbury Park, 300 Grumman Ave. This free family event includes Grit Ninja On the Go, Music, Lawn Games, Meditation & Mindfulness, and more. Registration is required at https://bit.ly/3t344qF. More information at https://norwalkct.gov/275/Recreation-Parks. @norwalkrecreation @norwalk_ct
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Worldwide Day of Play with free admission at Stepping Stones Museum for Children. Saturday, September 30 from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Stepping Stones is proud to serve as a participating site for the return of Our World: Worldwide Day of Play, a global play event presented by Nickelodeon and the Association of Children’s Museums. Programming will reinforce lessons about the importance of play and the tremendous benefits of an active, healthy lifestyle. Take a break from the electronic devices and join us as we get children and their families up, out, playing around and experiencing joyful learning through play. 303 West Ave. Learn more at www.steppingstonesmuseum.org. @steppingstonesmuseum
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Get ready for an electrifying weekend of entertainment at our Halloween Nightfair on Washington Street, October 28th and 29th
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On Saturday the 28th, we’re unleashing a night of high-energy excitement. Dance the night away to the pulsating beats of the house music sensation @goodboysoff and brace yourself for a mind-blowing finale with Dutch DJ, @laidbackluke .

On Sunday the 29th, we’ve got a special treat for you. The multi-talented @ryancabrera will take the stage, bringing all the nostalgic vibes.

To become a vendor: tinyurl.com/nightfairvendor

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Community Tag & Bake Sale on Saturday, September 30, from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at Norwalk Community Health Center, 120 Connecticut Ave. (rain date Sunday, October 1). A benefit for Norwalk Community Health Center Farmer’s Market. Free on-site parking, a treasure trove of basics, bargains and one-of-a-kind items. Learn more at https://norwalkchc.org/events. @norwalkchc
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Norwalk Hospital Whittingham Cancer Center Walk & Run. Saturday, September 30, from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at Calf Pasture Beach. Join us as we celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Whittingham Cancer Center Walk & Run. Proceeds from this 5k run and 3k walk remain in this community to care for our community residents who are in need of cancer care. Live music will be provided by DNR - the almost all-physician band - with the Whittingham Cancer Center`s very own Dr. Richard Frank on saxophone. Your tax-deductible gift today will support our journey toward a cancer-free tomorrow. Register at https://bit.ly/3kmaI3z @nuvancehealth #norwalkhospital
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Get ready to step into a magical world of holiday cheer at ‘Wall Street Wonderland’! 🎄✨ Join us on December 2nd from 3 - 8 PM on River Street, Norwalk, CT, as we light up the night and make unforgettable memories. 🌟✨

After the incredible success of ‘Miracle on Wall Street’ last year, we’re back with even more enchantment and joy. ❄️ Bring your loved ones and enjoy a heartwarming tree lighting ceremony, performances by local dance groups, choirs and ensembles, while you indulge in the warmth of hot cocoa. ☕

But that’s not all! The little ones can join in the fun with ornament decorating and other exciting kids’ activities. The whole street will come alive with twinkling lights, and guess who’s making a special appearance? 🎅 That’s right, Santa Claus himself will be there to spread the holiday spirit!

This experience is absolutely FREE and open to everyone. 🎁🤗Let’s come together as a community and make ‘Wall Street Wonderland’ a magical memory for all. See you there! #WallStreetWonderland #HolidayMagic #NorwalkCT

Concerts at Wall Street Theater! 71 Wall St. (with easy parking in the Yankee Doodle Garage). @wallstreettheater

NRBQ on Friday, September 29 at 8:00 p.m. NRBQ, which stands for New Rhythm and Blues Quartet, has often been called a national treasure, which may be why the band’s music has attracted legions of devoted fans worldwide. Their top hit songs include “Ridin’ in My Car,” “It Was An Accident,” “I Want You Bad,” “Me And The Boys,” and “Get That Gasoline Blues.” Tickets at https://bit.ly/3mqUFpH. @nrbqheadquarters

Lez Zeppelin on Saturday, September 30 at 8:00 p.m. The quartet has received critical acclaim as one of the most exciting live acts around, becoming the first all-female rock act to pay homage to Led Zeppelin. Lez Zeppelin stays true to the legendary rock band`s blistering arrangements and monstrous sound, note-for-note. Jimmy Page attended their show in London and said, “They played the Led Zeppelin music with an extraordinary sensuality and an energy and passion that highlighted their superb musicianship.” SPIN Magazine called them “the most powerful all-female band in rock history.” Tickets at https://bit.ly/3NYBezR. @lezzeppelin
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Crystal Theatre presents “Tintypes”, a community theatre production at The Norwalk Inn (99 East Ave.) on Friday, September 29 and Saturday, September 30 at 7:00 p.m. Norwalk’s theatre and Norwalk’s inn are joining forces in a brand-new collaboration that returns dinner theatre to Fairfield County at long last! This rarely produced musical enjoyed a successful run on Broadway in 1980. Recognizable tunes ("Yankee Doodle", "Meet Me in St. Louis", "Toyland", "El Capitan", "You`re a Grand Old Flag", and more) coalesce with some of the more unheard of, beautiful early-20th century melodies. Chronicling the growing pains of a nation, Tintypes is a tune-filled panorama; a musical melting pot; the Great American Songbook come to life. It offers snapshots – tintypes, if you will – of America in its last Age of Innocence. This Tony-nominated, nostalgic musical revue takes us back to turn-of-the-century America and is a brew of popular songs from 1890 to 1917. Boasting a top-tier cast of five local performers, a live onstage band, and full buffet dinner, tickets can be purchased at www.crystaltheatre.org. Photo Credit: Laszlo Balazs @crystaltheatre_ct
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