<p><strong>Bridgeport, CT</strong>&nbsp;- Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is delighted to announce the arrival of Ponya, an 11-month-old female red panda from the Detroit Zoo. Ponya makes her public debut this week in the Natt Family Red Panda Habitat, a state-of-the-art exhibit complete with indoor and outdoor viewing areas, climbing structures, and temperature-controlled spaces throughout the seasons.</p><p>Ponya, born in 2024 at the Detroit Zoo, has been captivating visitors with her playful antics and inquisitive nature. Her move to Connecticut is part of a collaborative effort among AZA-accredited institutions to ensure the long-term survival of red pandas through carefully managed breeding programs.​</p><p>Later this month, Dorji, our male red panda, will be transferred to another AZA-accredited institution as part of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums' (AZA) Species Survival Plan (SSP). Dorji ed Beardsley Zoo in May 2024 from Utah's Hogle Zoo and has been a beloved resident, known for his sweet and curious demeanor.</p><p>In Dorji’s place, a young male red panda from another AZA accredited facility will soon Ponya. This pairing has been strategically planned through the SSP program.&nbsp;The SSP program aims to maintain populations of species that are designated, threatened or endangered. Through habitat preservation, public education, and coordinated breeding efforts, the program aims to bolster red panda populations both in the wild and in human care.</p><p>Visitors are encouraged to visit the Natt Family Red Panda Habitat to welcome Ponya and learn more about red panda conservation efforts. For those unable to visit, the zoo offers a live webcam feed&nbsp;<a href="http://www.beardsleyzoo.org/zoo-cams.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(70, 120, 134);">www.beardsleyzoo.org/zoo-cams.html</a>, available daily from 8:30AM to 6:00PM.​For more information and to plan your visit click here&nbsp;<a href="http://www.beardsleyzoo.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(70, 120, 134);">www.beardsleyzoo.org</a>.</p>

<p class="ql-align-center"><strong style="color: rgb(24, 25, 26);">FC BUZZ Weekend May 30-April 1</strong></p><p><span style="color: rgb(19, 19, 20);">HamletHub is proud to partner with the Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County and FCBuzz to Elevate Arts and Culture in Fairfield County! Each week, look for a listing of weekend events and activities. The Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County celebrates the vibrancy and diversity of the arts and culture across 15 towns in coastal Fairfield County. Sign up to receive a free eBuzz newsletter with top picks and spotlight events from the hundreds of events posted on FCBuzz.</span></p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/barnum-festival-concert-food-truck-festival-mullet-badboy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Barnum Festival Concert &amp; Food Truck Festival: MULLET &amp; Badboy</strong></a></p><p><strong>1545 Monroe Turnpike, Monroe</strong></p><p>Friday May 30, 5:30 pm - 10:30 pm</p><p>An evening of good food, good company and the sounds of Mullett &amp; Badboy!</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/the-wedding-singer" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>The Wedding Singer</strong></a></p><p><strong>New Canaan High School, New Canaan</strong></p><p>Friday May 30, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm</p><p>Watch the talented cast bring this beloved romantic comedy to life on stage. The Wedding Singer takes us back to a time when hair was big, greed was good, collars were up and a wedding singer might just be the coolest guy in the room. Based on the hit Adam Sandler movie, The Wedding Singer's sparkling new score does for the '80s what Hairspray did for the '60s. Just say yes to the most romantic musical in twenty years.</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/the-sweet-remains" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>The Sweet Remains</strong></a></p><p><strong>StageOne at FTC, Fairfield</strong></p><p>Friday May 30, 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm</p><p>THE SWEET REMAINS is the very rare all-independent band to have nearly 60 MILLION SPOTIFY streams and counting! They're also unusual on today's music scene as a band headed by 3 gifted singer-songwriters, each of whom contribute to the writing and 3-part harmonies that define the band's sound.</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/element-115" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>ELEMENT 115</strong></a></p><p><strong>Bijou Theatre, Bridgeport</strong></p><p>Friday May 30, 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm</p><p>If you love Steely Dan / Genesis / Tears for Fears / Kansas / Bowie Then you would Love this Band. Seasoned Musicians Performing Music that gives you Goosebumps and you will Jump out of your seats! Please like us on Facebook and follow us from show to show!</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/bethel-ct-pride-parade-celebration" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Bethel CT Pride Parade &amp; Celebration</strong></a></p><p><strong>Clifford J. Hurgin Municipal Center, Bethel</strong></p><p>Saturday May 31, 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm</p><p>Celebrate and the LGBTQ+ community at our FREE parade and celebration!</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/harmony-on-the-hill" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Harmony on the Hill</strong></a></p><p><strong>Talmadge Hill Community Church, Darien</strong></p><p>Saturday May 31, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm</p><p>Talmadge Hill Community Church welcomes you to our annual spring concert, Harmony on the Hill. It is our wish to bring harmony to our world through the gift of music by the talented musicians who are part of our special community. We’ll be offering a selection of piano, flute, guitar and vocals, ranging from folk and rock to jazz and classical.</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/keys-to-empowerment-a-dueling-pianos-charity-night-2025" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Keys to Empowerment: A Dueling Pianos Charity Night 2025</strong></a></p><p><strong>Ponus Yacht Club Inc, Stamford</strong></p><p>Saturday May 31, 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm us for an unforgettable evening at Keys to Empowerment: A Dueling Piano Charity Night! This high-energy fundraiser will be a night of music, dancing, laughter, and giving back. At Ready to Empower, we believe mental health is the foundation for strong communities. us for Keys to Empowerment, to raise funds for vital mental health services for women in need and launch our groundbreaking initiative to educators through mental wellness - Ready EmpowerEd. Together, we’ll empower women, educators, and communities to thrive!</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/harmony-lodge-200th-anniversary" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Harmony Lodge 200th Anniversary</strong></a></p><p><strong>New Canaan Historical Society, New Canaan</strong></p><p>Saturday May 31, 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm</p><p>A special in-person event commemorating two centuries of history and tradition. We invite you to be a part of this milestone occasion as we honor our past, celebrate the present, and look forward to the future. Come together with fellow and friends for a night of dinner, drinks, and dancing. Let's make this anniversary a memorable one! See you there!</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/the-british-rock-show" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>The British Rock Show</strong></a></p><p><strong>Bijou Theatre, Bridgeport</strong></p><p>Saturday May 31, 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm</p><p>The British Rock Show delivers an electrifying live experience, celebrating all the legendary hits from the golden age of British Rock!</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/food-truck-festival" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Food Truck Festival</strong></a></p><p><strong>Schenck’s Island and Chess Park, Wilton</strong></p><p>Sunday Jun 1, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm</p><p>Enjoy great food, immersive experiences, community unity, all while ing Wilton’s museum at the Wilton Historical Society’s Food Truck Festival. On Sunday, June 1st, from 11am to 4 pm Wilton Historical at Schenck’s Island and Chess Park, 202 Old Ridgefield Road, Wilton, CT 06897, to feast from a collection of the area’s finest food trucks, with all proceeds to benefit the Society.</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/black-diamond-battle-league-presents-point-blank-range" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>BLACK DIAMOND BATTLE LEAGUE PRESENTS: POINT BLANK RANGE</strong></a></p><p><strong>Creative Venue &amp; Rentals, Bridgeport</strong></p><p>Sunday Jun 1, 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/gallery-exhibition-opening-reception-e9e87" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>The 15th Biennial Miniature Print International Exhibition Opening Reception</strong></a></p><p><strong>Center for Contemporary Printmaking, Norwalk</strong></p><p>Sunday Jun 1, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm</p><p>We are honored that many of the artists included in the exhibition will be able to attend the reception. Don’t miss this chance to meet the artist and gather with other print enthusiasts as you enjoy light appetizers and beverages.</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/5-00-pm---five-year-anniversary-spring-showcase-2025" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Five Year Anniversary Spring Showcase 2025</strong></a></p><p><strong>Norwalk Concert Hall, Norwalk</strong></p><p>Sunday Jun 1, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm</p><p>Celebrate our singers and five years of Greenwich A Cappella!</p><p>See these and discover hundreds more events on the&nbsp;<a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(2, 177, 151);">FCBUZZ EVENTS</a>&nbsp;page at&nbsp;<a href="https://culturalalliancefc.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(2, 177, 151);">https://culturalalliancefc.org</a>&nbsp;</p><p>Sign up for the&nbsp;<a href="https://culturalalliancefc.org/resources/newsletter-/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(2, 177, 151);">Cultural Alliance eBuzz</a>&nbsp;to receive top picks and spotlights each week in your inbox.</p>

<p>The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk has officially launched its new research vessel, R/V&nbsp;<em>Sound Explorer</em>, just in time for summer. The vessel gives Aquarium visitors the opportunity to learn about nature, wildlife and conservation in Long Island Sound onboard its “floating classroom” with public tours starting in June. </p><p>As part of the organization’s commitment to being “An Aquarium without Walls,” the R/V&nbsp;<em>Sound Explorer</em>&nbsp;provides a vital new opportunity for marine education and research in Long Island Sound and s hands-on learning for all. The Marine Life Encounter Cruise invites visitors to learn about the biodiversity of the Sound alongside Aquarium scientists and educators, featuring a plankton tow that brings up fish, crabs, mollusks and more. For those looking for a more casual cruise, the Sunset Cruise offers a unique perspective on the beauty of the Norwalk islands and surrounding wildlife. Private charters for school, scout, camp and other groups are also available.</p><p>“Our onboard education programs bring students and families right into the heart of our work,” said&nbsp;Jason Patlis, President &amp; CEO of The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk. “We are thrilled to offer our visitors an up-close-and-personal look at Long Island Sound to learn about how we are all connected to – and responsible for – this unique ecosystem.”</p><p>The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk has had a rich history on onboard programming since it opened in 1988. Over the past 22 years, Aquarium vessels have hosted more than 85,000 engers to celebrate the natural beauty and learn about the unique animal habitats of Long Island Sound. The Aquarium’s other vessel, t<span style="color: rgb(17, 17, 17);">he R/V&nbsp;</span><em style="color: rgb(17, 17, 17);">Spirit of the Sound&nbsp;</em><span style="color: rgb(17, 17, 17);">was the first-ever, hybrid-electric, battery-powered research vessel in the U.S. when she launched in 2014 and is currently off-hire while being repowered with a new system.</span>&nbsp;The Fowler Family, including The Maritime Aquarium’s Board Chair Clay Fowler, generously ed the expansion of the Aquarium’s fleet to include the R/V&nbsp;<em>Sound Explorer</em>.</p><p>“We are so pleased to be able to offer our visitors onboard programming once again,”&nbsp;<strong>said Board Chair Clay Fowler</strong>. “The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk is committed to connecting people personally to Long Island Sound, so they can be awed by the beauty of this place and inspired to protect it.”&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Educational tours for school groups are already underway; public tours on R/V&nbsp;<em>Sound Explorer&nbsp;</em>begin June 25, 2025. engers must be over 42 inches tall and if under 18 accompanied by an adult.</p><p>More details and tickets are available at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.maritimeaquarium.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">www.maritimeaquarium.org</a>.</p><p>The Maritime Aquarium is located at 10 North Water Street, Norwalk, Connecticut.</p>

<p><strong>Bridgeport, CT</strong>&nbsp;- Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is delighted to announce the arrival of Ponya, an 11-month-old female red panda from the Detroit Zoo. Ponya makes her public debut this week in the Natt Family Red Panda Habitat, a state-of-the-art exhibit complete with indoor and outdoor viewing areas, climbing structures, and temperature-controlled spaces throughout the seasons.</p><p>Ponya, born in 2024 at the Detroit Zoo, has been captivating visitors with her playful antics and inquisitive nature. Her move to Connecticut is part of a collaborative effort among AZA-accredited institutions to ensure the long-term survival of red pandas through carefully managed breeding programs.​</p><p>Later this month, Dorji, our male red panda, will be transferred to another AZA-accredited institution as part of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums' (AZA) Species Survival Plan (SSP). Dorji ed Beardsley Zoo in May 2024 from Utah's Hogle Zoo and has been a beloved resident, known for his sweet and curious demeanor.</p><p>In Dorji’s place, a young male red panda from another AZA accredited facility will soon Ponya. This pairing has been strategically planned through the SSP program.&nbsp;The SSP program aims to maintain populations of species that are designated, threatened or endangered. Through habitat preservation, public education, and coordinated breeding efforts, the program aims to bolster red panda populations both in the wild and in human care.</p><p>Visitors are encouraged to visit the Natt Family Red Panda Habitat to welcome Ponya and learn more about red panda conservation efforts. For those unable to visit, the zoo offers a live webcam feed&nbsp;<a href="http://www.beardsleyzoo.org/zoo-cams.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(70, 120, 134);">www.beardsleyzoo.org/zoo-cams.html</a>, available daily from 8:30AM to 6:00PM.​For more information and to plan your visit click here&nbsp;<a href="http://www.beardsleyzoo.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(70, 120, 134);">www.beardsleyzoo.org</a>.</p>

<p class="ql-align-center"><strong style="color: rgb(24, 25, 26);">FC BUZZ Memorial Day Weekend May 23-25</strong></p><p><span style="color: rgb(19, 19, 20);">HamletHub is proud to partner with the Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County and FCBuzz to Elevate Arts and Culture in Fairfield County! Each week, look for a listing of weekend events and activities. The Cultural Alliance of Fairfield County celebrates the vibrancy and diversity of the arts and culture across 15 towns in coastal Fairfield County. Sign up to receive a free eBuzz newsletter with top picks and spotlight events from the hundreds of events posted on FCBuzz.</span></p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/brian-dolzani-band-album-release-show" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Brian Dolzani Band: Album Release Show</strong></a></p><p><strong>StageOne at FTC, Fairfield</strong></p><p>Friday May 23, 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm</p><p>Fairfield-native singer/songwriter Brian Dolzani celebrates his tenth album release at this special full band show on Stage One. The Endless Sky is a new collection of songs that finds Brian doing what he does best, looking in all directions: up, down, outward, and inward. You’ll hear songs about being Open to Surprise, the deeper love of Moonlit Love, and the title quote: ‘The endless sky is where I point my arrow / I wonder just how far there is to go’, from I Wonder. The Endless Sky will be released in early May.</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/fiber-2025-exhibition-at-silvermine-galleries-c7c32" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Fiber 2025 Exhibition</strong></a></p><p><strong>Silvermine Galleries, New Canaan</strong></p><p>Friday May 23, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm</p><p>This international exhibition seeks to showcase the best of contemporary fiber art that reflect the breadth of functional or non-functional works that use fiber and/or fiber art techniques in traditional or innovative ways. Artwork in this exhibition may be made from natural or high tech materials that reference fiber and that blur the lines between art, architecture and craft.</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/2025-cruise-and-tour-to-sheffield-island-lighthouse-museum" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Cruise and Tour</strong></a></p><p><strong>Sheffield Island Lighthouse Museum, Norwalk</strong></p><p>Saturday May 24, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm</p><p>The Norwalk Seaport Association has owned, restored and maintained Sheffield Island Lighthouse since 1986 and is the official U.S. Fish &amp; Wildlife Service Friends group for the Norwalk Islands.</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/art-in-the-park-free-art-workshops-for-kids-families" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Art in the Park: FREE Art Workshops For Kids &amp; Families.</strong></a></p><p><strong>Whittingham Discovery Center, Stamford</strong></p><p>Saturday May 24, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm</p><p>Complimentary workshops guided by experienced art instructors, open to the public, for Elementary &amp; Middle School. No registration necessary. Art supplies provided. Take home art!</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/exhibitions-highlights-tours---saturdays-b118b" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Exhibitions Highlights Tours</strong></a></p><p><strong>Bruce Museum, Greenwich</strong></p><p>Saturday May 24, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm</p><p>Experience the highlights of the Bruce Museum’s exhibitions during a guided tour that is free with museum ission. No reservations are required but capacity is limited to twenty people on a first-come, first-served basis. Please check in with the front desk if you wish to . Tours depart from the bottom of the staircase in the Grand Hall.</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/candlelight" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Candlelight</strong></a></p><p><strong>Bijou Theatre, Bridgeport</strong></p><p>Saturday May 24, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm</p><p>Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before.</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/live-music---indie-folk-soul---goldenoak-in-bethel-ct" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>GoldenOak</strong></a></p><p><strong>Greenwood, Bethel</strong></p><p>Saturday May 24, 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm</p><p>GoldenOak consists of brother-sister folk duo (Lena Kendall - Vocals / Clarinet &amp; Zak Kendall - Guitar / Vocals) and is rounded out by up-right bassist Mike Knowles and Drummer Jackson Cromwell. Their soaring harmonies and thoughtful lyrics are rooted in the wild beauty of Maine and the urgent need for climate action. With a sound that blends rich orchestration and indie folk soul, they’ve shared stages with The Ghost of Paul Revere, Lady Lamb, and Blitzen Trapper and now they bring their lush, intimate live show to Greenwood Features this Memorial Day weekend.</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/orchestra-lumos---yo-yo-ma-in-our-common-world" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Yo-Yo Ma with Lumos Orchestra in Franz Josef Haydn’s Cello Concerto No.1</strong></a></p><p><strong>Palace Theatre, Stamford</strong></p><p>Saturday May 24, 7:00 pm</p><p>A miracle of the Classical style’s essence to balance nature in the world around us and human nature. He will also play Antonín Dvořák’s Silent Woods, Dvořák’s farewell to his homeland in the old country as he embarked on his momentous trip to New York City and the New World.</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/kompa-vs-raboday-flag-day-celebration" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Kompa Vs Raboday Flag Day Celebration</strong></a></p><p><strong>In The City, Bridgeport</strong></p><p>Saturday May 24, 9:00 pm - 11:59 pm</p><p>Tonymix performing live for memorial weekend and the haitian flag day edition “ou pa ka pala”.</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/a-tribute-to-neil-diamond-one-hot-night-c8a7b" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>A Tribute to Neil Diamond: One Hot Night</strong></a></p><p><strong>Downtown Cabaret Theatre, Bridgeport</strong></p><p>Saturday May 24, 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm</p><p>For ten years, One Hot Night has been the Northeast’s premier Neil Diamond tribute. Featuring the spot-on vocals and engaging personality of Tommy Lynn as Neil, this 10-piece show band delivers the ultimate Neil Diamond experience.</p><p>See these and discover hundreds more events on the&nbsp;<a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(2, 177, 151);">FCBUZZ EVENTS</a>&nbsp;page at&nbsp;<a href="https://culturalalliancefc.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(2, 177, 151);">https://culturalalliancefc.org</a>&nbsp;Sign up for the&nbsp;<a href="https://culturalalliancefc.org/resources/newsletter-/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(2, 177, 151);">Cultural Alliance eBuzz</a>&nbsp;to receive top picks and spotlights each week in your inbox.</p>

<p><strong>Women &amp; Investing: Empower Your Financial Future - </strong><em>An Evening of Insight, Conversation, and Confidence-Building</em></p><p>Fairfield County Bank invites you to an inspiring evening designed specifically for women looking to take charge of their financial future. Whether you're starting your investment journey or seeking new strategies to grow your portfolio, <em>Women &amp; Investing</em> will provide the insights, tools, and personalized guidance you need to invest with clarity and purpose.</p><p>Hosted at the <strong>Cranbury Branch Office (26 Chestnut Hill Road)</strong>, this event takes place on Thursday, May 22 at 6pm and offers more than just a presentation—it’s a conversation. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage one-on-one with <strong>Nicole Turosky, CFP®, CDFA®</strong>, Vice President at Fairfield County Bank and Financial Advisor with Osaic Institutions, Inc.</p><p><strong>What to Expect:</strong></p><p> – A guided presentation on the fundamentals of investing</p><p> – A look at the unique financial challenges women face</p><p> – Practical advice on investment options and how to build a personalized action plan</p><p> – One-on-one time with a local financial advisor</p><p> – Giveaways, refreshments, and a chance to win a <strong>Garden Gift Basket</strong>*</p><p>This empowering event is a thoughtful step toward financial confidence and independence. Come ready to learn, ask questions, and connect with others on a similar journey.</p><p><strong>Presented by:</strong></p><p> <strong>Nicole Turosky, CFP®, CDFA®</strong></p><p> VP, Fairfield County Bank</p><p> Financial Advisor, Osaic Institutions, Inc.</p><p> 📧 [email protected]</p><p>For more details, visit <a href="https://www.fairfieldcountybank.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Fairfield County Bank</a>.</p>