Bonkers Cupcakes & Pie Expands to Ship Fruit and Chicken Pot Pies

Bonkers Cupcakes & Pie Expands to Ship Fruit and Chicken Pot Pies

Now Shipping to New England and Surrounding Areas

Bonkers Cupcakes, a family-owned bake shop in Fairfield, announced that they are now shipping their nut-free fruit and chicken pot pies to customers across New England and parts of New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. This expansion comes in response to numerous requests from customers outside the area who have experienced their pies and clamored for a way to enjoy them at home.

“Life-Changing” Pies Now Available for Delivery

Co-owner, Kris Stevens, shared, “The response to their pies has been overwhelmingly positive, with customers using phrases such as ‘life changing’ and ‘phenomenal.’” One customer shared, "It tasted like my mother made it, and that's the highest compliment I could ever give." These heartfelt testimonials have inspired them to find a way to bring the warmth and comfort of their homemade pies to a wider audience.

“We are humbled and excited by the reaction to our pies. We make every pie by hand using our family recipes and the best ingredients we can get. There's nothing in our pies that bakers at home wouldn’t use, and we think that's why people love them," said Michael Stevens, co-owner of Bonkers Cupcakes & Pie. “We also know it can be challenging to find nut-free baked goods, so the fact that our pies are nut-free definitely adds to their demand.”

Fast, Affordable Shipping

To ensure their pies arrive in top condition, they are limiting shipping to areas where UPS Ground offers next-day delivery from their Fairfield location. This allows them to ship pies frozen, ready to bake at home. Their pies are priced at just $27.95, with a flat-rate shipping fee of $18 – a significantly more affordable option compared to some alternatives that charge over $80 per pie.

Perfect for Any Occasion

Whether you’re bringing one to a dinner party or serving it fresh from your oven to impress your guests, their pies are perfect for any occasion. But as a small bake shop, supplies are somewhat limited, so they encourage customers to place their orders early to ensure availability.

Contact:

Kris Stevens Bonkers Cupcakes

Phone: 475-988-7367

Address: 1618 Post Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824

Email: info@bonkerscupcakes.com

Web: https://www.bonkerscupcakes.com/

Facebook and Instagram: @bonkerscupcakes

Farmers Markets: Greenfield Hill, Fairfield and Sherman Green, Fairfield

Fairfield Oktoberfest Returns on September 14!

Town to Host 2nd Annual Fairfield Oktoberfest on September 14!

The Town of Fairfield is excited to announce that Fairfield Oktoberfest will return on September 14 from 2:00 – 6:00 PM in the Lot at FTC located at 70 Sanford Street in downtown Fairfield. Now in its second year, this event is a partnership of the Fairfield Office of Community & Economic Development, Fairfield Parks & Recreation Department, and Fairfield Theatre Company.

The event will feature live music by Dennis Polisky & Maestro’s Men and Fuzz & Friends (of Caravan of Thieves)!

 Local food trucks with festive food offerings will be on site as well as vendors presenting a curated selection of adult beverages for those 21 and older. Featured games include axe throwing and corn hole. Commemorative Fairfield Oktoberfest t-shirts and steins will be available for purchase.

To learn more about Fairfield Oktoberfest, check out www.experiencefairfieldct.org/oktoberfest!

Annual Sidewalk Sale & Street Fair Returns on July 20!

Annual Sidewalk Sale & Street Fair Returns on July 20!

The Town of Fairfield’s Office of Community & Economic Development wishes to remind the public that the Fairfield Sidewalk Sale & Street Fair will take place on Saturday, July 20, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., rain or shine. Select merchants will offer advance sales of discount merchandise beginning on Thursday, July 18th.

Over 50 vendors are expected to participate in Fairfield Center, setting up stands and offering a variety of merchandise for sale along the Post Road from Coco & Company in Southport to the Heritage Square Shopping Center to the Promenade at the Brick Walk. Admission to the event, which is being co-sponsored by the Town of Fairfield and the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce, is free.

Sherman Green will feature an inflatable bounce house as part of a sponsored Kid’s Zone as well as vendors and musical entertainment, including the Star 99.9 street team, to appeal to the entire family. Members of the Fairfield Teen Theatre Company will also be presenting at 11AM a preview of their upcoming stage production of “Chicago Teen Edition!”

This year’s event will feature live musical entertainment at multiple venues scattered throughout the downtown.  Musicians will be playing throughout the day at venues set up at the Sherman Green, in front of the SHU Community Theater, and near the Fairfield University Store at 1499 Post Road.  

Stop by the Experience Fairfield Tent on Sherman Green to sign up for our monthly newsletter and receive a complimentary limited edition commemorative poster, while supplies last!

For additional information on participating vendors, restaurants, music and activities, please visit www.experiencefairfieldct.org/sidewalk-sale.

Sponsors for this year’s event include 203 Local, ConnectFairfield, Bankwell, Massage Envy, Kids First Pediatric Dentistry / First Impressions Orthodontics, Jaguar Land Rover Fairfield, Star 99.9, and Hearst Connecticut Media Group.

7th Annual Make Music Fairfield to Take Place Friday, June 21

7th Annual Make Music Fairfield to Take Place Friday, June 21

Make Music Day 2024 returns to Fairfield on Friday, June 21 from 8AM - 10PM (EDT). 

Make Music Fairfield Is Music Performed By Anyone, Enjoyed By Everyone!

This is the largest Make Music Fairfield yet! This year, there will be over 70+ performers, 30 venues, and 110+ performances over the course of the 14 hour day. Let’s ring in the summer solstice together, as a community, while enjoying amazing music!

Make Music Day is the free, outdoor music festival celebrated worldwide on the Summer Solstice each year. This year, the solstice falls on Friday, June 21.

Created in Paris, France in 1982 (Fête de la Musique), this is the 42nd anniversary of Make Music Day. This worldwide festival has grown to more than 1000 cities, making this the globe’s largest music event.

Make Music Day features music of all styles, and is open to anyone who wishes to participate. Performances take place in parks, sidewalks, town squares, beaches, front porches and parking lots. Each performance throughout the day is completely free and open to the public.  Everyone is invited to join the fun.

This is Make Music Fairfield’s 7th year and is Connecticut’s largest festival.  

Since its inception, more than 85 venues and 300 performers have participated. Please follow us on Facebook and Instagram @MakeMusicFairfield to learn more about the event and this year’s participating musicians and venues.

In addition to all of the performances, check out the other fun happenings during Make Music Fairfield:

Jennings Beach

8AM – 9AM: Free Yoga Class hosted by Yoga 4 Everybody

9AM – 10AM: Sound Bath hosted by Yoga 4 Everybody

Sherman Green Gazebo

10AM – 10:45AM: Sing & Stomp with the Fairfield Public Library

11AM – 11:45AM: Drum Circle with Jim LoPresti

12PM – 12:15PM: Opening Ceremony with Tina Weymouth & Chris Frantz of the Talking Heads

Alden Street

1PM – 1:45PM: Jazz Jam

3PM – 3:45PM: Open Jam Session

Crescent Road Stages A & B

1PM – 9PM: Red, White, and Blue theme on behalf of Legion Hall, food provided by Backwoods Dawgs, and a selection of lawn games

Fairfield School of Music

12:15PM – 2:45PM: Tēla Bus: Vintage VW Photo Booth

The LOT at Fairfield Theatre Company

4:30PM – 10PM: Family-friendly activities, Steak-In-It food truck, product samples from Red Bull, Downeast Cider, Mezcalum, and GoNetSpeed services

The Studio Fairfield

10AM – 4PM: One of a kind ceramics, planters and jewelry for sale as well as time slots available for an experimental trial with an instructor on the wheel

Make Music Fairfield 2024 is brought to the community through the support of the Town of Fairfield’s Office of Community and Economic Development, Fairfield Theatre Company and Believe Your Grreatness, 501c(3) organizations, the Connecticut Office of the Arts, Scott Vincent Photography, generous donors, and enthusiastic volunteers.

Fairfield Cultural Venues to Take Part in 20th CT Open House Day

Fairfield Cultural Venues to Take Part in 20th CT Open House Day

The Town of Fairfield’s Office of Community & Economic Development is thrilled to share that some of our Town’s cultural treasures will be taking part in this year’s CT Open House Day on Saturday, June 8th. Now in its 20th year, CT Open House Day highlights the many cultural venues, museums, experiences, attractions, and more that make our State unique.

The Fairfield Museum and History Center, the Fairfield University Art Museum, and the 1750 Ogden House are all taking part in this annual event. For more information and to learn about the programs our in-Town participants are offering, visit the CT Open House website.

Fairfield Theatre Company Announces 11th Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser

Fairfield Theatre Company Announces 11th Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser

Rock N’ Golf: Not Your Ordinary Golf Tournament

Grab your clubs and foursomes because it’s time to rock the fairways at Fairfield Theatre Company’s highly anticipated annual golf tournament, Rock ‘N’ Golf! FTC invites you to play on Thursday, June 6th in their not-so-ordinary golf tournament which includes live music, delicious food and refreshments, and a prestigious curated auction filled with golf destinations. “Start your weekend on Thursday with FTC! Rock ‘N’ Golf goes to a great cause and provides the kind of fun that only FTC can bring to the game,” shares golf committee and Board member, Brad Purcell.

The pre-game party begins at 12:00pm with registration and lunch by Boca Grille and Raw Bar. Shotgun start begins at 1:30pm, and to kick off the post-play party and dinner, Mr. Know It All and Hannah Jane will be performing all your favorites to make the evening a hole-in-one.

Supporting FTC to make this year’s golf tournament an ace will be sponsors Angel Commercial, Brody Wilkinson, Calise’s Catering, CT Challenge, Felner Corporation, G-Force Security, Gault Family Companies, The Goodrich Family, Goodnow Investment Group, Michael Smith’s Architects, New Belgium Brewing, RD Scinto, Redline Automotive Restorations, Rolleri & Sheppard CPAS, RPM Home, Security Solutions, Service Master Sosa, Tito’s Vodka, Top Dog, Vazzy’s Osteria, Yankee Electric, and 4 Core Financial.

Rock N’ Golf is instrumental in supporting FTC’s mission of enriching the community through the power of the arts. “This is an opportunity to demonstrate your support for FTC and all of the arts, culture, comedy, dance parties and live music that it brings to Fairfield County and beyond. FTC is a nonprofit organization, and every dollar is important to us,” shares Frank Pomer, FTC’s Chairman of the Board.

Get ready to tee off and tune in to a day filled with great golf, live bands, drinks, and a whole lotta fun.  Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just looking for a day of fun and philanthropy, Rock ‘N’ Golf is set to be an unforgettable experience that combines passion, purpose, and plenty of entertainment. Time to swing into action and make a difference, one hole-in-one at a time!

Be sure to get your tickets as soon as possible because this event does have limited availability and sells out each year! Tickets, sponsorship opportunities, and additional information can be found at www.ftcgolf.com.

About Fairfield Theatre Company

Fairfield Theatre Company is a highly acclaimed nonprofit performing arts organization located in the heart of downtown Fairfield. FTC presents over 300 concerts and events each year featuring outstanding national talent at FTC’s StageOne, The Warehouse, and its new outdoor venue The Lot. FTC’s venues are widely recognized as being the best places to see live performances in the region. FTC’s mission is to connect and enrich our community through the transforming power of the arts.

For more information go to:  www.fairfieldtheatre.org

Meet Your Merchant Monday - Jane + Mercer

Meet Your Merchant Monday - Jane + Mercer

Jane + Mercer is located at 1530 Post Road

Meet Chrissy of Jane + Mercer, which is located at 1530 Post Road! Jane + Mercer believes that everyone has the right to style within reach. That's why they offer a curated collection of women's fashion and home décor brands at irresistible prices, so that shoppers can experience elevated style without the elevated prices.

As a family-run business, their goal is to provide customers with real value. Their vertical structure allows them to keep costs down so that shoppers can experience their products as they truly are: luxuriously affordable.

Chrissy shared, “Living and working in Fairfield is truly special. It gives me a great sense of community and makes reminds me of all the stories from my parents of ‘how things used to be’, but in Fairfield, they still are!”

Jane + Mercer is open Monday through Saturday 11AM – 6PM and on Sundays from 12PM – 5PM. Check out their website or follow them on Facebook and Instagram @janeandmercer.

International Make Music Day Returns to Fairfield on June 21

International Make Music Day Returns to Fairfield on June 21

Make Music Day 2024 returns to Fairfield on Friday, June 21 from 8AM - 10PM (EDT). 

Make Music Fairfield Is Music Performed By Anyone, Enjoyed By Everyone!

Venues and artists are encouraged to register to participate at makemusicday.org/Fairfield by June 12th.  

Make Music Day is the free, outdoor music festival celebrated worldwide on the Summer Solstice each year. This year, the solstice falls on Friday, June 21.

Created in Paris, France in 1982 (Fête de la Musique), this is the 42nd anniversary of Make Music Day. This worldwide festival has grown to more than 1000 cities, making this the globe’s largest music event.

“Music by the People, for the People.”

Make Music Day features music of all styles, and is open to anyone who wishes to participate. Performances take place in parks, sidewalks, town squares, beaches, front porches and parking lots. Each performance throughout the day is completely free and open to the public.  Everyone is invited to join the fun.

This is Make Music Fairfield’s 7th year and is Connecticut’s largest festival.  

Since its inception, more than 85 venues and 300 performers have participated. Already this year there are over 100 performances scheduled in 27 venues! Please follow us on Facebook and Instagram @MakeMusicFairfield to learn more.

All types of artists and musicians are encouraged to sign up – students, amateurs, professionals and aspiring artists are all welcome! All genres and musical tastes are invited too – singers, choirs, jazz, rock, glee clubs, marching bands and everything in between! Let’s come together as a collaborative community and celebrate the musical masterpiece that is Make Music Fairfield!

Both artists and venues sign up through the online match-making software, available at fairfield.makemusicday.org  Venue profiles include contact information, performance durations, style of music desired, and equipment provided. Artist profiles consist of contact information, sound bites, and genre of music performed. Pictures, social media, and website links can all be uploaded to venue and artist profiles.

Once the profiles are created, venues may browse the list of artists and vice versa, each requesting an amount of time from the other for a performance.  Requests are accepted or declined at the discretion of the artist, venue or city administrator.  Before a performance is finalized, the venue and artist must both accept and agree on the terms. Once approved, the performance is posted to the live, interactive map on the MMD website which the public can view and explore to start planning their Make Music Day itinerary.

To enroll your venue: fairfield.makemusicday.org

To enroll as a musician: fairfield.makemusicday.org

For more information, please contact: fairfield@makemusicday.org

Make Music Fairfield 2024 is brought to the community through the support of the Town of Fairfield’s Office of Community and Economic Development, Fairfield Theatre Company and Believe Your Grreatness, 501c(3) organizations, the Connecticut Office of the Arts, Scott Vincent Photography, and enthusiastic volunteers.

Greenfield Hill Commons to Host Inaugural Chalk Art Festival

Greenfield Hill Commons to Host Inaugural Chalk Art Festival

The Merchants of Greenfield Hill Commons cordially invite all professional and amateur artists, students, etc. to participate in the Inaugural Greenfield Hill Commons Chalk Art Festival, on Sunday, June 2 (rain date: June 9) from 12pm - 4pm. This event is a contest open to the public, where artists compete to create family friendly themed chalk art on the asphalt using only washable chalk sticks. Each artist will be assigned an 8’ x 16’ parking space. The space assignments will be in the front parking lot (opposite the green on the Bonda Restaurant side) of Greenfield Hill Commons.

Interested participants must register to compete in one of the following age divisions; Teen (ages 13-17) or Adult (ages 18+). There is a registration fee of $25, which is a donation to the Friends of the Fairfield Public Library. Prizes will be awarded in each age division by People’s Choice 1st & 2nd. Additionally, one Grand Prize will be chosen by the event judge. 

To secure a space and to be eligible for the prizes, participants must complete and submit the registration form and a sketch or written description of the proposed Family Friendly Summer Themed art work, along with their $25 entrance fee by 5pm on May 30, 2024, to Lexington Home & Garden, 75 Hillside Road, Fairfield, CT 06824.  Those interested in registering should contact Ed via email at ghcmerchants@gmail.com.

Children (age 12 and under) will be provided with a 5’x4’ space in the covered breezeway.  This age group is not a part of the festival competition and all participating children will receive a special gift.  Sidewalk Chalk will be provided in the age 12 and under category.

Greenfield Hill Commons Chalk Art Festival Rules

-    Check in is from 11:30am to noon *pre-registration is required

-    Artist will be given an 8’ x 16’ parking space

-    Artwork Theme: Summer (G rated, family friendly only)

-    Artwork must be completed by 3:30pm to allow for judging

-    ONLY “Washable Sidewalk Chalk” sticks are permitted. No sprays, paints or chalk markers of any kind

-    Chalk must say “Washable” directly on the box in order to be approved for use

-    If needed, sharable Washable Sidewalk Chalk is available

-    Prizes will be announced at 4:00pm

Meet Your Merchant Monday - Island Outfitters

Meet Your Merchant Monday

Island Outfitters is located at 1189 Post Road in the Brick Walk Promenade

Meet Kathy of Island Outfitters, which is located at 1189 Post Road in the Brick Walk Promenade! Island Outfitters is known for bringing customers the best in women's and men's apparel, shoes, accessories and overall coastal style since '94. The shop carries many brands such as Holebrook, Johnnie-O, Southern Tide, Vuori, Helly Hansen, Oliphant and Lilly Pulitzer. In addition to their store in Town, there are also locations in Newport, Martha's Vineyard, and Cape Cod.

Kathy shared, "Island Outfitters has been part of the Fairfield community for over 15 years. We appreciate our customers for shopping small and local. We wouldn't be here without our loyal friends in the community!"

Island Outfitters is open Monday through Saturday 10AM - 5:30PM and Sunday 12PM - 5PM.