Upcoming events.

Fairfield International Food Fest
The Fairfield International Food Fest (The Fest) is a vibrant, town-wide celebration of culture and community!
Taking place on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at the Fairfield Theatre Company in Fairfield, CT, the event highlights the diverse cultures that shape the local community.
This Fest is not just about food; it’s a cultural journey and a fantastic way to connect with the community while celebrating diversity. Perfect for families, friends, and anyone looking to explore Fairfield’s rich cultural tapestry!
A percentage of ticket sales will support Operation Hope.

Pizza Making Fundraiser
Come join us for a fun night of making pizzas together to raise money for a good cause!
A fun and interactive experience with Dom from Italian Kitchen
Join ConnectFairfield to support Operation Hope at The Italian Kitchen for an evening of Pizza Making including:
- Bread with Olive Oil & Olives
- Salad
- Make your own Pizza
- Dessert & Coffee
BYOB welcome, bring your favorite libations!
Dinner will be served Family Style at a Communal Table.
Limited Tickets. These events are extremely popular and sell out!
TICKETS!!
Proceeds from tickets sales donated to Operation Hope.❣️

Mozzarella Making Fundraiser
A fun and interactive experience with Dom from Italian Kitchen. Learn, craft, and eat your own delicious fresh Mozzarella!
Dinner will be served family-style at a communal table. BYOB welcome, bring your favorite libations!
$75.00 per person includes tax & tip. TICKETS are limited as these events are highly sought after and tend to sell out quickly!
Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to hang out with friends, enjoy a tasty meal, and give back to the community.
Proceeds from ticket sales donated to support Operation Hope.

Making Mozzarella at Foolproof Brewing Co.
Looking for a unique, fun-filled way to spend your Sunday? Join ConnectFairfield for an exciting mozzarella-making experience with Dom from Italian Kitchen at the newly opened Foolproof Brewing Company.
A hands-on class where you'll learn to craft your own fresh, delicious mozzarella.
Explore Foolproof Brewing’s excellent beer selection or grab a bite before or after the event!
An interactive, fun atmosphere perfect for friends, couples, or anyone eager to try something new.
✨ Give back while having fun!
A portion of ticket sales will support Operation Hope helping local families in need.
$45 per person
Limited spots available. Purchase 🎟 Tickets

Meatball Making Fundraiser
Join ConnectFairfield at the Italian Kitchen for a fun and delicious event. Get your hands dirty and learn how to make authentic Italian meatballs from scratch. Not only will you enjoy a hands-on cooking experience, but you'll also be supporting a great cause.
Dinner will be served family-style at a communal table. BYOB welcome, bring your favorite libations!
$75.00 per person includes tax & tip. These community events are extremely popular and sell out! Purchase Tickets! SOLD OUT!! Wait List Only!!
Perfect for meatball enthusiasts, foodies, and anyone looking to have a good time while giving back to the community. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn a new skill and make a difference!
Proceeds from tickets sales donated to support Operation Hope.

Pizza Making Fundraiser
Come join us for a fun night of making pizzas together to raise money for a good cause!
A fun and interactive experience with Dom from Italian Kitchen
Join ConnectFairfield to support Operation Hope at The Italian Kitchen for an evening of Pizza Making including:
- Bread with Olive Oil & Olives
- Salad
- Make your own Pizza
- Dessert & Coffee
BYOB welcome, bring your favorite libations!
Dinner will be served Family Style at a Communal Table.
Limited Tickets. These events are extremely popular and sell out
WAIT LIST ONLY
TICKETS!!
Proceeds from tickets sales donated to Operation Hope.❣️

Keys to Hope: A Dueling Pianos Charity Fundraiser
SOLD OUT﹡WAIT LIST❣️ Email to be added
Join ConnectFairfeld for a Dueling Pianos Fundraiser to support Operation Hope.
Get ready to DANCE, SING & LAUGH all night long during this high-energy, all-request, interactive performance while supporting an important cause!
Date: Thursday, October 17, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM Dinner, 7:00 PM Show
Event Location: The Scandinavian Club
Two performers on two pianos deliver an all-request, rock and roll sing-along as they battle each other to deliver the best song of the night! From Billy Joel to Aretha Franklin, from Sinatra to Metallica, from Garth Brooks to Madonna, they’ve got it covered!
Dinner + Show included + Cash Bar
Catering by Italian Kitchen
SPONSORS:
THE LOYA FAMILY
Tito's Handmade Vodka
Elicit Brewing Company
Highland Imports
Impact Personnel
The Scandinavian Club
Sturges Ridge of Fairfield

Sip + Support Non-Profit Showcase
Join us at ConnectFairfield Sip + Support Non-Profit Showcase
This event is a celebration of the incredible work being done by local organizations to create a positive impact in our community. With over 25 local nonprofits participating, attendees will have the opportunity to learn about volunteer opportunities, upcoming events, and donation needs. It's a chance to not only gather information but also to forge genuine connections with those seeking to make a difference and get more involved.
Come by, enjoy a drink, grab a bite to eat, and learn more about local organizations. Admission is free, so come solo or bring your friends and colleagues!!
Connecting for a Cause!

3rd Annual Sauce Fundraiser
Join Italian Kitchen and ConnectFairfield for our 3rd Annual Sauce Fundraiser!
Grab your apron and join us for laughter, learning, and of course, delicious food!
You'll learn the art of sauce jarring, mozzarella making, and meatball rolling, followed by an indulgent 8-course dinner. Sip on bottomless spritz, wine and beer!!
And let's not forget the lemoncello, the perfect handcrafted finish to a fantastic night. Class and dinner 5:00 - 9:00 pm -- party doesn’t end until 11:00 pm!!
Come spice things up with us at this saucy celebration!
Space is limited!! TICKETS!
A percentage of tickets sales to support Operation Hope!

Making-Mozzarella with Dom
Join ConnectFairfield for an exciting mozzarella-making experience with Dom from Italian Kitchen at Elicit Brewing Company! 🌟 Learn, eat, and craft your own delicious fresh mozzarella!
Wednesday, August 28 · 6 - 7:30 pm
Elicit Brewing Company, 111 Black Rock Turnpike Fairfield
Not only will you get to learn a new skill, but you'll also be supporting a great cause.
Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to hang out with friends, enjoy some tasty cheese, and give back to the community!
$40 per person. A percentage of ticket sales to support Operation Hope! 🫶
PURCHASE TICKETS!



Mozzarella Making Dinner Fundraiser
A fun and interactive experience with Dom from Italian Kitchen
Join ConnectFairfield to support Operation Hope at The Italian Kitchen for an evening of Mozzarella Making, a Community Dinner, and a Wine Swap!
Dinner will be served family-style at a Communal Table.
Limited Tickets These events are extremely popular and sell out!
Proceeds from ticket sales donated to Operation Hope❣️

Chamber Rocks
ConnectFairfield & Fairfield Chamber Rocks Present J.WAIL Live Band! Join us for a FUNdraiser to benefit the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce for the work they do to support the local business community.
J.WAIL Live Band is a collaboration of musicians from different realms who have come together to melt and fuse live instruments with sounds of electro funkiness. J.WAIL is headed out on select dates with an all-star lineup featuring Sammi Garett and Chris Brouwers of Cool Cool Cool/Turkuaz, Luke Bemand of lespecial and Sam Crespo of Space Bacon. Melding together the sounds of funk, fresh beats and a live band, J.WAIL and an array of special guests, rise to the call of the sonic traffic controller- creating a realm of joy, funky flavors, and euphoria for all. Stretching into an electro funky based sound with the approach of a live band, J.Wail encompasses mind bending music with the element of surprise and improvisation.
J.WAIL Live Band features an ever changing metamorphosis of special guests, making each show and tour unique. Guests have included Natalie Cressman (Trey Anastasio Band), members of Lotus, String Cheese Incident, STS9, Ween and more. On a quest to spread music, “Wailien” dance parties have logged stops on many corners of the globe and far off galaxies. Guests of the show are ALWAYS encouraged to dress in their finest “Wailien” attire!
$30 General Admission to support the FCOC. If you’re just looking to enjoy the concert and not interested in donating to the FCOC, use code JWAIL to receive a $15 advance ticket. This will be $18 day of show at the Box Office only.

An Evening of Hope
Tickets, tables and sponsorships for Operation Hope of Fairfield's 21ST ANNUAL EVENING OF HOPE CELEBRATION, "An Evening in Paris," at The Inn at Longshore in Westport, Connecticut on Thursday, May 2, 6-10pm are SOLD OUT! Please send an email to events@operationhopect.org to be placed on the waitlist.
This year, we are thrilled to honor DEBBI O'KEEFE as our Champion of Hope for her commitment to our community.
Guests will enjoy festive cocktails, dinner, music and silent & live auctions.
We believe that everyone deserves supportive relationships, hope for the future and a place to call home.

Mozzarella Making, Dinner & Wine Swap
A fun and interactive experience with Dom from Italian Kitchen
Join ConnectFairfield to support Operation Hope at The Italian Kitchen for an evening of Mozzarella Making, a Community Dinner, and a Wine Swap!
Dinner will be served family-style at a Communal Table.
Limited Tickets These events are extremely popular and sell out!
Proceeds from ticket sales donated to Operation Hope❣️

Sip + Support Non-Profit Showcase
Join us at ConnectFairfield Sip + Support Non-Profit Showcase
This event is a celebration of the incredible work being done by local organizations to create a positive impact in our community. With over 20 local nonprofits participating, attendees can learn about volunteer opportunities, upcoming events, and donation needs. It's a chance to gather information and forge genuine connections with those seeking to make a difference and get more involved.
Come by, enjoy a drink, grab a bite to eat, and learn more about local organizations. Admission is free, so come solo or bring your friends and colleagues!!

80s vs 90s Dance Party FUNRaiser
Get ready to groove and shake it on the dance floor with DJ Laki @gablaki 🎶🕺🏻💃🏻
Join us for a throwback dance party like no other, featuring the greatest hits from two favorite decades - the 80s and the 90s! 🎉✨
With the incredible Paul Herman The Prince of Motivation, pumping up the energy, there's no chance you'll be able to resist busting out your best moves. 🎧🌟
Capture all the amazing memories with The Mirador Booth 📸💫
Don't worry, you won't have to choose! We're bringing you the ultimate showdown between the 80s and the 90s, and the winner is going to be all of us! 🙌🏻💥
Tickets $40.00 Proceeds support Wakeman Boys & Girls Club 👐 💙

Making Mozzarella Fundraiser with Dom
A fun and interactive experience with Dom from Italian Kitchen at the hottest new Brewery 🌟
Tickets include mozzarella making, antipasto & one drink🍷
These events are extremely popular and always sell out. 🧀
Fundraiser to support Operation Hope. 🙌

Winter Whiskey Mingle
Join us for an enchanting evening at our first-ever Winter Whiskey Mingle. Immerse yourself in the opulence of a Gatsby-style venue, The Great Jones Distillery is New York's first whiskey distillery since the prohibition!
This event welcomes both couples and singles. Couples, earn bonus points by bringing a single friend along – let’s step away from the digital world and enjoy genuine, face-to-face connections. For our singles, discreet wristbands will be available to gently signify your availability.

Grand Opening Celebration
ConnectFairfield and Elicit Brewing Co. invite you to our Winter Open House
Come check out Fairfield's newest hotspot and network with your neighbors! All ages are welcome! Stop by and say Hi!!

Chocolate Truffle Making
Chocolate Truffle Making
Bring your sweet tooth and learn some great new recipes! Join us for a demonstration of chocolate preparation and truffle making. Everyone will roll, dip, and then box a decadent dozen, either 12 together or two six packs. Terrific as a gift for someone special or keep them all for yourself!
A portion of your ticket price will be donated to Operation Hope❣️

Making Mozzarella Fundraiser with Dom from Italian Kitchen
A fun, interactive experience with the dynamic duo, The Giresi Brothers! 🌟
Stamford and Fairfield's very own local entrepreneurs are teaming up for an incredible fundraiser to support Operation Hope. 🙌
Tickets include a cocktail, antipasto & interactive mozzarella making. 🍷
These events are extremely popular and always sell out. 🧀

Tickled Pink
Norma Pfriem Breast Center is partnering with Fairfield Comedy Circle for this year‘s Tickled Pink! We have three fabulous and hysterical comedians who are so supportive of our cause. It’s a perfect date night out! 💌💝
Join us for a night of incredible live and intimate standup comedy with Ophira Eisenberg headlining! All shows are BYOB!

All in for Israel: Casino Night
Now is the time to go all in for Israel! In the face of the unprecedented attacks, Jewish National Fund-USA remains unwavering in our mission for a brighter future for Israel. With your support, we’ll rebuild homes, mend communities, and make the desert bloom again. Join us in solidarity. Together we have the power to make a lasting impact.
TICKETS!

Mozzarella Making, Wine Swap & Dinner
Join ConnectFairfield to support Operation Hope at The Italian Kitchen for an evening of Mozzarella Making, Wine Swap & Dinner Fundraiser!
Bring a Bottle of Wine to Share or BYOB welcome, bring your favorite libations!
Dinner will be served Family Style at a Communal Table.
Sold out‼️ Interested in joining next month email debbi@connectfairfield.com.
Proceeds from tickets sales donated to Operation Hope

Jim Jam
Join Clear Blue Soul & ConnectFairfield at the 2nd Annual Jim Jam ☘️ to support the Jimmy McGrath #7 Foundation.
Great night of fun, friendship, music & support to honor the life of Jimmy McGrath!!
Based in Fairfield County, Clear Blue Soul brings a fusion of rock, blues, funk, and soul that together form a cohesive five piece unit that has been the hit of the bar, charity, and private event scene for the last few years.
Drawing on a collection of well-known covers that gets the crowd off their feet, the band is not afraid to put their spin on some lesser known modern cuts - the soon to be classics, as well. Fans can expect songs ranging from the The Grateful Dead, The Eagles and Fleetwood Mac to Tedeschi Trucks, No Doubt, and Lake Street Dive. Clear Blue Soul crosses genres and decades to deliver a fun night of danceable music.
Clear Blue Soul consists of Keri O'Connor (vocals), Dave Fowler (guitar/vocals), Mark Searles (bass), Bill Valus (lead guitar), and Eric Wuchiski (drums). All are veteran musicians who bring their own style and music tastes to the group to the collective benefit of the audience
A portion proceeds from this event will benefit the Jimmy McGrath Foundation.
$17 Advance / $20 Day of / $40 GA+

New Years Certfied Bangers
Get ready to usher in the new year in style with the much-awaited "Certified Bangers™" New Year's Eve celebration! Prepare to be transported through time and genres, as Gabrielle Lakshmi & Drew Angus seamlessly blend the best of old-school favorites with the latest chart-topping tracks, creating an unparalleled musical experience that will have you dancing into the early hours of the new year. With special guests, drink specials, & a one of a kind VIP experience, 2024 never looked so good!
General Admission - $25 Advance, $30 Day of
VIP - $100 includes catered cocktail party in the back room (until 10PM) and open bar until midnight. Advance only - limited tickets available.

Sunday Sauce!
Join ConnectFairfield to support Operation Hope at The Italian Kitchen for an evening of Sauce Making, Dinner & Libations!
• Roll Meatballs with us
• Make Mozzarella
• Learn Family Sauce Recipe
DInner includes:
7 courses, rolling meatballs, mozzarella making and the Sunday Sauce loaded with meatballs, sausage, Osso bucco and more...
Italian Wines from all regions, Prosecco, Aperol Spritz & Beer
Spaces are limited! Register
Any ?’s: debbi@connectfairfield.com

80s Dance Party FunRaiser
Friday, October 6th at Park City Music Hall
Join us for a night of non-stop fun. DJ Laki @gablaki , will be spinning rad tunes and pumping up the jams all night long. 💿
Get ready to dance your heart out! 🕺
💗 Support Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a benefit for the Norma Pfriem Breast Center. 🎀
🎟️ Tickets!

Dueling Pianos Fundraiser
DANCE, SING, LAUGH & SUPPORT! 💃🎤😂💜
Join us on Thursday, September 21st at
Park City Music Hall 🎹🎹
It's going to be a night filled with singing, dancing, and laughter to support Suicide Prevention Month. 💜🩵
All-request dueling piano show that's part music, part comedy, and all fun. Why? The audience controls the set list while donating to an important cause!