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Sandra Diamond Fox

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Sandra Diamond Fox has been a journalist since 2005, working for The News-Times and The Redding Pilot prior to coming to the Daily Voice. She has a bachelor's degree in English from Stony Brook University and a Master's degree in publishing from Pace University. She married with four teenage children and is a competitive runner and avid exerciser.

Sandra was formerly a reporter at Daily Voice.

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Events

Doggy Day Palooza Invades Stamford Park For Fundraiser STAMFORD, Conn. -- A local nonprofit organization, STARelief & Pet Assistance, is hosting its third annual “Doggy Day Palooza” Dog Wash and Pet Fun Day on Saturday, May 21 at the Stamford Dog Park. Doggy Day Palooza is a family-friendly event. Clean canines will be coupled with assorted games, a doggie photo booth and raffle prizes. The suggested donation of $8 per dog wash. All proceeds go towards funding the organization’s Pet Food Pantry program and the Home for Life grants that provide life-saving medical care for pets in need. “We firmly believe that no one should have to choose…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

05/20/2016

Events

Shop, Sample Buffet, Socialize At Women's Soiree At Sherman Library SHERMAN, Conn. -- The Sherman Library's Women's Soiree will be Friday, May 27, from 7-9 p.m. at the Sherman Library.Sip champagne, sample a buffet, socialize and shop. This event includes a silent auction of bags, scarves, bracelets, necklaces and watches. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at the library. Those who are interested are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance. For more information, call 860-354-2455 or click here. The Sherman Library is located at 1 Sherman Center.

by Sandra Diamond Fox

05/20/2016

Events

Greenwich's Bruce Museum Goes Outdoors For Annual Crafts Festival GREENWICH, Conn. -- More than 70 artisans showing ceramics, wearable art and other crafts will be featured at the Bruce Museum’s 31st annual Outdoor Crafts Festival in Greenwich on Saturday and Sunday, May 21 and May 22. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., rain or shine. Admission is $8, and is free to members and children under five. Admission includes all festival activities plus entry to the Bruce Museum, which is open to the public during festival hours. The Bruce Museum’s 31st annual Outdoor Crafts Festival includes activities for children, international cuisine and live mus…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

05/20/2016

Schools

Weston High Presents Student-Written 'Dialogue' WESTON, Conn. -- Weston High School will present “Dialogue,” a night of student written, directed and preformed talent in the WHS auditorium on Sunday, May 22, at 5 p.mThis evening's entertainment ranges from student written scenes, student preformed solos or small ensembles, to the biggest bands that WHS has to offer. Showcased this year is a smattering of student written and directed plays including, “Red Is Dead,” an eccentric spinoff of the fairy tale classic: “Little Red Riding Hood;" “The Leprachaun Lie," where a high school Irish club president has a well kept secret; “Inter…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

05/20/2016

Events

Expert Teaching 'Introduction To Entrepreneurship' Class At SoNo Library NORWALK, Conn. -- Business owner Mike O'Malley is giving a free workshop at the SoNo Branch Library in Norwalk called "Do You Want to Be Your Own Boss?: Introduction to Entrepreneurship." It will be held on Saturday, May 21, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. During this workshop, O'Malley, owner of two apparel companies and a member of SCORE, will help to dispel myths surrounding business ownership and teach attendees how to improve their chances of success. SCORE is a nonprofit association that helps small businesses get off the ground and grow and achieve their goals through education and me…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

05/20/2016

Police & Fire

Greenwich Professional Firefighters Take On Training Exercises GREENWICH, Conn. -- Members of the Greenwich Professional Firefighters have been doing 2.5-inch hose training all week. Here are some pictures of the recent training.

by Sandra Diamond Fox

05/20/2016

Events

Greek Orthodox Pastor Gives Talk On Spirituality Of Growing Older STAMFORD, Conn. -- The Rev. Harry Pappas will conclude a series on aging by addressing “The Spirituality of Growing Older,” at the Greek Orthodox Church of the Archangels in Stamford, on Monday, May 23, at 7:30 p.m. Compline will be offered at 7:15 p.m. and light refreshments will be provided. The talk is free and open to the public. Pappas is pastor of the Archangels Church and an adjunct professor of scripture at St. Vladimir’s Seminary in Crestwood, N.Y., where he has taught numerous courses in Pastoral Care. For more information, call 203-348-4216 or send an email to frharry@archang…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

05/20/2016

Events

Darien Middle-Schoolers Invited To Create Medallions For Those In Need DARIEN, Conn. -- Middle school students in Darien can take part in an art project to create medallions that will offer a source of comfort to kids and families in need around the world.The Darien Youth Center is hosting the ScentsAbility Project on May 24, from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Depot. In the after school activity, middle-schoolers can paint and decorate clay aromatherapy medallions that will be donated, along with therapeutic essential oils, to kids and families in need of comfort or hope around the world. Students will also be able to keep one for themselves. The ScentsAbility Proje…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

05/19/2016

Events

Greater Bridgeport Youth Orchestra Performing On Pequot Lawn In Southport SOUTHPORT, Conn. -- The Greater Bridgeport Youth Orchestra will perform in its annual concert on Pequot Library’s Great Lawn in Southport on Saturday, May 21, from 3-5 p.m.The Principal Orchestra, String Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, and Wind Ensemble will perform in this outdoor concert. In addition to pieces by Beethoven, Bach, and Handel, GBYO will play modern works from "Frozen" and John Williams' scores from such movies as "Star Wars" and "Harry Potter." The sounds of Mozart's "Magic Flute" will also be heard. GBYO members come from nearly 30 commun…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

05/19/2016

Events

Ridgefield Independent Film Festival Plans To Rock Opening At Ballard Park RIDGEFIELD, Conn. -- The Ridgefield Independent Film Festival event, "RIFF Rocks the Park," is coming to Ballard Park to celebrate the connection between music and film. On Friday, May 20, at 7:30 p.m., the Western Connecticut Youth Orchestra’s Wind Ensemble, led by Albert Montecalvo, will officially open the film festival, playing a selection of themes from famous film scores. The concert will be followed by a screening of The Beatles classic forerunner for indie film, “A Hard Day’s Night,” in the park. RIFF Rocks the Park resumes on Saturday, May 21, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. wit…

by Sandra Diamond Fox

05/19/2016

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