StrEATeries in Stamford Downtown

StrEATeries in Stamford Downtown

StrEATeries in Stamford Downtown has returned for Second Year.

Stamford Downtown, in conjunction with the City of Stamford, has brought back this exciting initiative started last year in response to the ongoing coronavirus crisis. Over 1,000 additional outdoor dining seats have been added with this initiative, designed to welcome visitors to Stamford Downtown to dine at our restaurants and shop at our stores.

Restaurant patios will extend to parking spaces in Stamford Downtown on the following streets:
Bedford St., Atlantic St., Bank St., Main Street, Lower Summer St., Upper Summer Street*

Bedford Street Piazza, a portion of the parking area behind Bedford Street (near the Bedford Street Garage) will be transformed into a massive outdoor dining patio featuring some of Stamford Downtown’s best restaurants.

While enjoying StrEATeries in Stamford Downtown with family and friends, please respect posted guidelines, observe social distancing, and wear a mask at all times when you’re not seated and eating.

*Extended patios on Upper Summer Street begin mid-April.

Special Note Regarding Car Access:
The parking lot between Bedford and Forest streets will be closed for the season.

Main Street EASTBOUND closed from Washington Blvd. to Clark Street. No northbound right turn from Washington Blvd. to Main Street heading East. MainStreet heading West remains open between Summer St and Washington Blvd.

All garages remain open and accessible from all of their entrance points.

Things to Know Friday April 2nd

Things to Know Friday April 2nd

Yale researcher: ‘Human behaviors’ – not COVID strains – culprit for CT surge CT Post

DMV: CT emissions testing issues persist after vendor’s malware attack CT Post

Sports Illustrated model and CT native Camille Kostek hosting new season of ‘Wipeout’ on TBS CT Post

Gov. Lamont: Vaccine supply may soon outpace demand WFSB

Concert halls, amusement parks, stadiums prepare to reopen WFSB

Norwalk gazebo lit up blue in honor of autism awareness The Hour

Lifetime plans ‘Gone Mom’ movie based on Jennifer Dulos disappearance The Hour

Norwalk schools delay full in-person learning for middle and high schoolers The Hour

Lamont: A few giant infrastructure projects beat lots of small ones The Hour

‘Job isn’t done’: UConn enters unique Final Four with focus on title Stamford Advocate

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TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD: As The Covid-19 Vaccine Rollout Continues In Connecticut, Good News For Teens!

TELL ME SOMETHING GOOD: As The Covid-19 Vaccine Rollout Continues In Connecticut, Good News For Teens!

the COVID-19 vaccine rollout continues here in Connecticut with today (April 1) being a big day. They opened up appointments to anyone over 16 years old to schedule.

In the wake of that some more good news for people ages 12-15 came out recently. Teenagers might be able to get the Pfizer vaccine soon after it was found to be 100% effective in a new trial. Over 2,000 kids between 12 and 15 took part in the trial and no one who got the vaccine ended up getting COVID.  The 18 kids in the group who had the placebo did get it. Showing how effective it is for those ages.

Here’s to all of us staying healthy and ending this pandemic nightmare soon.

Stay well.

 

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MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Why do we call them “Killer Whales”?

MUNDANE MYSTERIES: Why do we call them “Killer Whales”?

Seems like an obvious answer right? But there is somewhat of a story behind why we call Orca’s “Killer Whales”.

Orcas were given the name ‘killer whale’ by ancient sailors’ back in the day who would see groups of orcas hunting and preying on larger whale species while they were sailing the ocean. Then the name just stuck.

What’s even crazier is how deadly Orcas (killer whales) can actually be. For example when it comes to their main predators, sharks, they attack and kill them by torpedoing up into the shark’s stomach from underneath, causing the shark to explode! Insane!

 

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Do You Like April Fools Day?

Do You Like April Fools Day?

Do you like April Fool’s Day? A recent poll revealed that a majority of people are actually annoyed by April Fools Day, and would rather get rid of it! Anna is here for it, she’d be happy to get rid of April Fools Day, and when you hear the story of what happened at her parent’s restaurant you might agree with her!

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Thursday April 01st 2021:  Raven Picks ‘Em; Lied About Your Job; Gas Pump Protocol

Thursday April 01st 2021: Raven Picks ‘Em; Lied About Your Job; Gas Pump Protocol

Anna did something, and she’s not sure how to feel about it.  On the one hand, it’s always good to do something nice for people who listen to her show, but on the other hand….who asks for something like this!?

Are you up to date on this week’s news?  If not, Anna and Raven will help get you caught up!  Anna picks three news stories, and Raven picks one to talk about.  This week his options are; counterfeit covid vaccination cards, 42K found in an old sweater, and a mom who tried to box an elementary school student.  Find out what he picks in the podcast!  (3:18)

When you’re running late, it feels like everything is slowing you down, but if you’re stuck behind someone driving like THIS, that’s all I need to know about you.  (6:27)

Do you like April Fool’s Day?  A recent poll revealed that a majority of people are actually annoyed by April Fools Day, and would rather get rid of it!  Anna is here for it, she’d be happy to get rid of April Fools Day, and when you hear the story of what happened at her parent’s restaurant you might agree with her!  (9:35)

Have you ever lied about your job?  One of Anna’s friend’s went on 4 dates with a guy before finding out he lied about his job!  But it’s not always a malicious thing.  Raven and his wife once played a hilarious prank at a company holiday party!  Spoiler alert, it wasn’t a company that either of them worked for…(13:08)

March Gladness continues, and we’re moving on to the Elite 8!  Today’s matchup is between two Guardians of Glee; Extra Fries In The Bag vs. Hitting All Green Lights!  Find out who wins in the podcast and vote online or call in to vote for tomorrow’s match-up!  (19:53)

What do you do while you’re pumping gas?  Do you diligently stand next to the pump the whole time, or do you go back in your car and play with your phone?  Anna is totally the type of person to get back in the car while the pump is going and she’s been getting a lot of criticism for it!  What do you think, is Anna Zap out of line?  (24:58)

Couples Court: Sam and Alicia have new neighbors that have moved in next door. Every week she sees that they do not use their recycling bin. She has seen them throw away plenty of wine bottles and other containers in the regular garbage. She wants to go over and have a conversation with the neighbor about it, her husband says she’s taking it too far. She should mind her business. Whose side are you on?  (35:17)

Amanda thinks she’s got what it takes to end Raven’s winning streak!  Can she beat him in pop culture trivia and claim the $1,800 jackpot!  (42:21)

Things to Know Thursday April 1st

Things to Know Thursday April 1st

Vaccine eligibility expands to those 16 and up. Here’s a step-by-step registration process WFSB

Wild turkey leaves path of destruction after crashing through Norwalk home CT Post

As eligibility expands to everyone age 16 and older, CT offers more locations to get COVID vaccine CT Post

Mixed-use proposal would bring retail, office and apartments to Fairfield’s center CT Post

US jobless claims rise to 719K as virus still forces layoffs WFSB

Major League Baseball is back with a 162-game schedule and actual humans in the stands WFSB

Former Brien McMahon principal elected to Norwalk school board The Hour

AP source: Lindor, Mets agree to $341 million, 10-year deal The Hour

These 104 CT pharmacies will soon offer COVID vaccines Stamford Advocate

Pfizer: High efficacy, no safety concerns through up to six months following second COVID vaccine dose WTNH

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