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THE FEED: Getting Outside For Music, Pups, and Movies

Every Friday in The Feed Kevin talks to Megan from CampByMama.com about all the great things to do in Connecticut with the family. This weekend Kevin is live from Big Time Rush at Hartford HealthCare Amphitheatre in Bridgeport. Megan also has some great events happening this weekend that involve live music, wine, and outdoor movies!

KEVIN’S PICKS

Anna at Beardsley Zoo: Saturday June 25 12pm-2pm

Raven at Pup Park in the SoNo Garden on the rooftop of The SoNo Collection: Sunday June 26 11am-4pm

MEGAN’S PICKS

1. Larocca’s Country Market is celebrating their 10th anniversary in Stamford, June 25th, 12-5, 105 Old Long Ridge. Live Music, Face Painting, Balloon Artists, Outdoor Games, Kid’s Arts & Crafts, Complimentary Food & Wine Tasting.

2. Lyman Orchards in Middlefield for Food Trucks on the Farm, Saturday, June 25th from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free Admission! Fun activities include live music, pick-your-own strawberries & raspberries, horse drawn hayrides, petting farm, and more.

3. SoNo Music Fest, June 25, 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm, at The SoNo Collection in Norwalk. Jam to the tunes of some of your favorite bands, complemented by the amazing views from The SoNo Garden roof terrace. Plus, discover pop-up food markets, beauty booths, art exhibits, games, swag bags, and more.

4. Movies in the Mill River Park, Saturday June 25 in Stamford, (Sing 2) at 8:30 p.m. All movies are free and open to the public, drinks and snacks will be available for purchase in the Park.

5. The Midsummer Fantasy Renaissance Faire at the Warsaw Park in Ansonia! Immerse yourself in a world of history and imagination with an interactive village full of music, magic and fun for all ages. June 25-26, 11-9, rain or shine, no tickets sold at the door.

MEGAN’S MOM QUOTE: “It’s the freakin’ weekend, baby. I’m about to do 15 loads of laundry”

TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD: 19-Year-Old Milford Golfer Makes His Debut At Travelers Championship

It’s always exciting when the PGA Tour rolls through Connecticut. The annual Travelers Championship is happening this week in Cromwell. Some of the biggest names in golf are competing, Rory McIlroy, Jordan Spieth, Rickie Fowler, and one of Connecticut’s own! 19-year-old Ben James from Milford, CT tee’d it up Thursday for the first time at the Travelers. Playing as an amateur he did really well in rounds one and two. Shooting a 72 (+2) on Thursday and a 69 (-1) on Friday (+1 for the tournament). Unfortunately he will not make the cut for the weekend as the scores for the top players are pretty nuts. But what a debut!

Ben has a bright future ahead too. He just graduated high school this year and will be heading to the University of Virginia. For someone who started playing competitive golf at the age of FOUR it’s safe to say this will not be the last we see of Benjamin James playing golf at a high level.

Good luck Ben!

Awesome to see Benjamin James (amateur) from Milford CT swinging the sticks @TravelersChamp – second round underway! @FOX61News pic.twitter.com/ziRJ0o0dlS
— Pragano (@Pragano) June 24, 2022

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MUNDANE MYSTERIES: How did Seagulls get their name?

Now that it’s summer you’ll be seeing them all the time squawking and trying to steal your fries. Except “Seagull” isn’t actually their name at all!

Serious bird experts get very mad when people called them seagulls. Which is really just slang that has been developed over time. In reality there is no such thing as a seagull. The correct term is simply “gull,”. While some of them do hang out near the sea, they don’t live exclusively near the sea.

I’ll be honest, I’m going to have a hard time just calling them “gulls”.

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Anna Got Voodoo Spells For Everyone On The Show

Anna visited a Voodoo shop in New Orleans and got everyone on the show magic potions! Who got which potion and why? Find out!

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Raven’s Report Card: Back To Normal

Both Raven and his wife Alicia are trying to find a sense of normal again after a vacation and getting over being Covid sick. Has Raven made this transition back to a normal easy for his wife? What grade will she give him this week? Find out in the podcast.

Things to Know: June 24th

20 kid-friendly activities to do around CT this summer CT Post

The ultimate guide to Connecticut’s summer concerts (and beyond) CT Post

Shelton assisted living community named among CT’s best CT Post

Connecticut’s reality stars: These CT natives have appeared on TV CT Post

From ‘Stranger Things’ to ‘Seinfeld,’ pop culture reigns supreme at CT trivia nights CT Post

25+ things to do this weekend in Connecticut, June 24 – June 26 CT Post

First official summer weekend could hit 90 in parts of CT, weather service says CT Post

20 kid-friendly activities to do around CT this summer CT Post

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Friday June 24, 2022: New Home Dealbreaker; Anna’s Golf Swing; Mommy’s Margarita Friday

If you work at a restaurant, do you automatically give celebrities a table? A major celebrity had to wait for a table recently, but her reaction wasn’t what you might expect! (:15)

Every Friday, Raven’s wife Alicia calls in to give Raven a grade on how he did as a husband that week! This week, Raven and Alicia are getting to the end of their dog’s recovery from leg surgery, and they have slightly different opinions on how to handle it! (3:55)

When you’re looking for a new home, do you have any deal breakers? Nowadays the market is so competitive that most people will get what they can, but Anna’s husband has one non-negotiable that Anna can’t stand! (7:17)

Live music is a great part of summertime, but if you’re bringing the kids to a rowdy music festival then that’s all I need to know about you! (18:08)

Have you ever taken up a hobby just to make your spouse happy? Anna decided to learn a new skill so she can spend more quality time with her husband, but she needs some advice on how to get good at it! (21:24)

It’s time for Mommy’s Margarita Friday: Father’s Day Edition! Moms (and Dads) share all the crazy things that their kids have put them through this week that have definitely earned them a margarita! (28:22)

Anna has three crazy news stories and Raven is gonna pick one to talk about! Today his options are; a church group in need of a rescue, a shocking moment for a group of golfers and creepy, but potentially useful, new technology from Amazon! (32:18)

James and Ellen have a 24-year-old son that lives at home with them. He has expressed interest in dating one of Ellen’s gym friends who is 41-years-old. Ellen was angry about it and said absolutely not. James says that telling their adult son “no”, will only make him want to do it more. He thinks they should give their blessing and let it run its course. What would you do? (35:49)

Debbie has got a shot at $400! Can she beat Raven in pop culture trivia and win the jackpot? (44:03)

SHOOTING STARS COUNTDOWN Week of June 23: Can Kate Bush make it 1985 again?

These are the top 5 biggest songs in Connecticut this week, voted by you! Listen to the Shooting Stars Countdown every weeknight at 8pm.

5 Beyoncé – BREAK MY SOUL

4 Nicky Youre & Dazy – Sunroof

3 Lizzo – About Damn Time

2 Harry Styles – Late Night Talking

1 Kate Bush – Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God)

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THE FEED: 1000 Hours Outside

Every Thursday in The Feed Kevin talks to Kallie from ButFirstCoffee Blog.com about all things parenting, kids and mom life. This week Kallie explains the viral trend “1000 hours outside” and how you can do it with your kids too!

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Star 99.9 Acoustic Session with Ruth B.

Ruth B. charmed us with her amazing talent at our Star 99.9 Acoustic Session at Little Pub Fairfield. Check out her performance below.

“Dandelions“

Interview with Kevin Begley