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Trucks, Tunes & Too Much Candy: Connecticut Weekend Adventures for Dad & the Fam

Every Friday in The Feed Megan Schinella comes on the air to talk about all the fun things happening in and around Connecticut this weekend that you can do with the kids and family.

MEGAN’S PICKS:

1. Levitt Pavilion Summer Kickoff Concert – Westport Saturday | 7pm | FREE Enjoy a family-friendly concert at the scenic Levitt Pavilion along the Saugatuck River. Pack a picnic blanket and enjoy live music under the stars to kick off summer!

2. Touch-a-Truck – Ridgefield Parks & Rec
Saturday | 10am–12pm | FREE Kids can climb, honk, and explore fire trucks, diggers, and other big vehicles. Plus: face painting and snacks. A great morning for little ones who love things that go vroom!

3. Father’s Day Car Show – Shelton
Sunday | 9am–3pm | FREE Celebrate Father’s Day early with a stroll through rows of classic and antique cars at the Shelton Riverwalk. Family fun, food trucks, and music all day long.

4. Outdoor Family Movie Night – Norwalk
Saturday | Dusk (~8:30pm) | FREE Bring the lawn chairs and catch a movie under the stars at Calf Pasture Beach. This weekend’s feature: The Super Mario Bros. Movie. Kids’ concessions available!

5. New Candy Connection store Grand Opening
Saturday | 1-4 PM 187 Sound Beach Ave, Old Greenwich| FREE DJ, Beading fun, Face painting for all ages. Photo ops, exclusive treats & serious sugar rushes. Bring your sweet tooth, your besties, and your camera

Megan’s Mom Quote of the Week:
“I planned a relaxing weekend for the family… but apparently everyone else had opinions.”

Friday, June 13, 2025: The Cure to “Office Chair Butt,” Paul’s Dad Jokes, Anna and Raven’s Commencement Speech!

“Office Chair Butt” is trending and Anna thinks that her new office chair is to blame! She and Raven talk about what you should do if your experiencing “Office Chair Butt.”

Anna’s dad gave her daughter some unique advice! She asked her daughter what she thought about the advice! Raven shares the unique advice his dad shared! Find out what it was!

Today is the only Friday the 13th of 2025 and most people aren’t superstitious about it but find out why you may find that things go wrong for you today; there’s a psychological reason!

Are you up to date on this week’s biggest news story? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on the trending news stories including the one man who survived the Air India plane crash yesterday!

Ever wondered what kids think their teachers do all summer? We asked them and their answers will shock you!

Anna’s husband, Paul, gets to come on the show once a year and tell his dad jokes! Anna has Dakota rate his jokes 1-5! You don’t want to miss these jokes!

Anna and Raven got to share their commencement speech at a preschool graduation! They had some great advice for these future leaders!

Anna says for all you do, and all you put up with this week, you’ve earned yourself a drink. What did you do to earn your Mommy Margarita?

Anna interviewed her dad with a few questions about herself! His answers will shock you, and make you laugh!

Nancy has had it with her husband Peter’s ex-wife. Whenever she drops off the kids, she’s rude, has snide comments, and is abrupt. She wants her husband to approach her about it and warn her that if she keeps disrespecting her, she won’t be allowed to bring the kids to her home. Peter says that’s what she wants, confrontation, it’s better to ignore her. Do you agree?

Karen has a chance to win $600! All she has to do is answer more pop culture questions than Raven in Can’t Beat Raven!

Lila the Lovely Lap Cat (in Training) Is Ready for Her Forever Home

Say hello to Lila. She is this week’s Star 99.9 Connecticut Humane Society Pet of the Week!

Lila is a one-year-old domestic short hair mix with stunning black and gray stripes that give her total feline fashionista vibes. She’s a bit shy at first, but once she warms up, get ready for a sweet, affectionate, and surprisingly chatty new best friend. Lila would love a calm home with adults and maybe even another mellow cat buddy (just no dogs, please, she’s not a fan). She’ll thrive as an indoor-only cat, especially with someone who has a little shy-cat experience. Think you’ve got room in your heart (and on your couch) for Lila? Visit CThumane.org/Adopt to start the process!

Father’s Day with Adam Broderick Salon and Spa!

Looking for the perfect Father’s Day gift? Pamper Dad! Adam Broderick from Adam Broderick Salon and Spa with locations in Ridgefield and Southbury joins Anna and Raven to share two facial treatments that are great for everyone… including Dad!

Thursday, June 12, 2025: Remembering Brian Wilson; Anna and Raven Are Invited to Be Commencement Speakers; If Backpacks Could Speak!

The list of the Dirty Dozen has been updated and you’ll want to hear this before eating another vegetable or fruit without washing them! Anna and Raven talk about the dirtiest fruit and vegetables on this list and how to wash them!

Anna lists three news stories that seem almost out of this world, and Raven can only pick and hear about one!

Ever wondered what your child’s favorite class was or what they learned the most this year? Anna and Raven have the answers!

Those famous words “don’t tell mom.” Anna and Raven talk about when they’ve heard those words and Anna asks her kids if her husband has ever said it to them!

Are you up to date on this week’s biggest news story? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on the trending news stories including the passing of The Beach Boys founder Brian Wilson!

Anna and Raven have an opportunity to be commencement speakers! They speak to the organizer and ask you what advice they should include in their speech!

If your backpack could talk, what would it say? Anna and Raven share what their bags would say but it’s nothing compared to what these students think!

Are you up to date on this week’s biggest news story? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on the trending news stories including one Jury Member being excused from the Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs trial, and the Trump-Musk Friendship is back!

Ashley is a stay-at-home mom with a two-year-old. Her sister-in-law just asked for her to temporarily (through the summer) babysit her nine-month-old child two days a week while she’s at work. Ashley agreed, but she feels as though she should ask to be compensated to watch her nephew. Her husband, Frank, says that his sister asked them as a family favor, it would be rude to ask to be compensated. What do you think?

Eric has a chance to win $500! All he has to do is answer more pop culture questions than Raven in Can’t Beat Raven!

Father’s Day, the Local Way: Celebrating Dad at Home with Heart

Every Wednesday in The Feed I talk with Susie Calabrese, Home Expert and Local Realtor here in Connecticut about home tips and life hacks.

Today is all about Father’s Day! How to make it special without leaving home or traveling too far. Susie has some great ideas on how to celebrate with Dad this weekend. From the outdoorsy dads to hobby dads and of course, the food-loving dads.

Image credit: Getty Images

Wednesday, June 11, 2025: Raven Got Hit On; Advice for Graduates; Who is Traveling the Farthest!

Father’s Day is coming up! There is a countdown of the best dads in movie history, so Anna and Raven decide they agree with these movie dads!

Raven got hit on in public while he was out with his wife, Alicia! Anna and Raven call his wife to see what she thought about it!

Anna and Raven met with someone who loved the Peewee Herman documentary and hyped it up so much! Anna was so excited to watch it, and she hated it! Anna and Raven talk about the other movies and shows that were overhyped to them!

Are you up to date on this week’s biggest news story? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on the trending news stories including the documentary about the Gilgo Beach serial killer!

The last days of school are approaching! Anna and Raven asked a few kids what their favorite day of the school year is!

Anna and Raven want to be commencement speakers! They ask you to share the advice that they would include in a graduation commencement speech!

Japan has become increasingly popular for tourists, regardless of the lengthy travel required! Anna and Raven want to know who is traveling the farthest this summer! These trips sound amazing!

Tessa’s co-worker openly admitted that she stole a dog. Well, she said that she “rescued” a dog that was running across a busy intersection in their town. He had a worn out collar with no contact info. Her co-worker said that she hadn’t called the local pound or posted on social media that she had found this dog, or done anything to see if the dog is chipped. Tessa wants to report her to authorities for theft. Her husband, Steve, thinks she’s asking for problems. Just mind your own business. Plus, if she gets in trouble, it’ll be obvious who ratted her out and cause an awkward work environment.

Juan has a chance to win $400! All he has to do is answer more pop culture questions than Raven in Can’t Beat Raven!

The Anna & Raven Sock Off!

It’s a big day – Anna and Raven’s Sock Off! Caroline and Stephanie beat other competitors to come challenge Producer Julie to put as many socks on one foot in 30 seconds! (None of us could beat the 28 in 30 sec Guinness World Record) The losers have to face off in a rap battle! Can Julie de-feet the challengers?
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Dadtastic Destinations: Where to Take Dad This Father’s Day in Connecticut

Every Tuesday in The Feed @CTFoodGirly comes on to talk food, dining, and drinks here in Connecticut.

With Father’s Day coming up this Sunday we talk about the best spots in Connecticut to treat Dad this weekend. Whether he’s into craft beer, baseball, or just wants somewhere to unapologetically wear socks with sandals and tell a few Dad jokes. We’ve got plenty of ideas for you to take Dad making sure he has a good time and a full belly.

June 10, 2025: Summer Jobs; Basketball Celebrities; Sock Contest!

With the Real ID policy in place at the TSA, some travelers are still attempting to use alternate forms of identification! Anna & Raven found someone using their own discount version at an airport.

It’s the end of the school year, and Anna & Raven hear from excited students talking about their summer plans, and find out just how different they are from their own school breaks!

After hearing from some amazingly motivated students, listeners tell Anna & Raven all about their own first summer jobs…and the experiences are eye-opening!

With the NBA Finals in full swing, Anna & Raven are still on the hunt for the biggest celebrity fans of the Pacers and Thunder! The quest to interview Brendan Fraser and/or Dr. Phil continues!

Are you up to date on this week’s biggest news story? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on what’s trending, including the ongoing Blake Lively/Justin Baldoni situation!

The Great Sock Challenge: Anna & Raven welcome two listeners into the studio to compete against Producer Julie for the Guinness Book of World Records title of “Most Socks Put On One Foot in 30 Seconds”. The winner gets the glory, and the losers have to rap on-air.

Eric & Morgan were on vacation with their family, and after a long, tiring day, their 14-year-old son accidentally broke an ugly $68 vase in a gift shop, which they had to pay for. Eric wants to ground the son for two weeks, with time reduced for extra chores, to teach him a lesson in responsibility and the cost of things. Morgan feels the punishment is too strong with the start of summer coming up, and that the son certainly didn’t mean to do it. What do you think?

Lina has a chance to win $300! All she has to do is answer more pop culture questions than Raven in Can’t Beat Raven!