<p><strong style="color: rgb(8, 8, 8);">CROMWELL, Conn.&nbsp;</strong><span style="color: rgb(8, 8, 8);">— </span><span style="color: rgb(45, 41, 38);">Credit cards with chips make it harder for scammers to steal your payment information, so con artists quickly adapted and created a technique called "shimming."</span></p><p><strong style="color: rgb(45, 41, 38);">How the scam works</strong></p><p><span style="color: rgb(45, 41, 38);">Police in several Connecticut towns have recently issued warnings about skimming. That's the con where scammers insert a device into ATMs or other terminals, harvesting your payment information as you swipe your credit or debit card. While scammers continue to succeed with this tactic, skimmers don't work for cards with newer chip technology. In addition, card skimmers are easy to notice because they are often bulky or wobbly.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(45, 41, 38);">Con artists' way to steal payment information off a chip is called "shimming." Scammers insert a shim -- a paper-thin, card-sized device with an embedded microchip and flash storage -- into the slot where you enter the chip side of your credit or debit cart. When you insert your card at a gas pump, ATM, or another card reader, it copies and saves your payment information. Then, scammers return with a special card that collects the stolen information, such as your PIN and card number. They use this information to make purchases with your account information.</span></p><p><strong style="color: rgb(45, 41, 38);">Protect yourself from shimming</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Keep a close eye on your bank and credit accounts.</strong>&nbsp;Check your online statements regularly to make sure there are no suspicious charges. If you see any, report them to your bank or credit card company immediately.</li><li><strong>Be wary if your card gets stuck in a chip reader.</strong>&nbsp;If the reader seems to have a tighter-than-normal grip on your card, there could be a shim inside. You may want to cancel your transaction and notify the business.</li><li><strong>Use contactless payment methods.</strong>&nbsp;Contactless payment methods are not vulnerable to shimming. Try using "tap-and-go" features on your credit card instead of swiping or inserting your card. You can also use contactless mobile services such as Apple Pay or Samsung Pay to tap and pay.</li><li><strong>Go inside&nbsp;to a teller&nbsp;to withdraw cash at a bank.</strong></li><li><strong>Use ATMs in banks&nbsp;rather than more vulnerable stand-alone machines.</strong></li><li><strong>Don’t proceed if you feel resistance&nbsp;when the card is inserted.</strong></li></ul><p><span style="color: rgb(45, 41, 38);">Learn about&nbsp;</span><a href="https://r4btdwoab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001oJ_lx2T4J5jN0qvyQHv-47a1pP4hRD1-Bk7OLNqUMT1fewEK12_0l-RfdlAtmM41cUvzJAdUpxiYlRiiZYD316G_7l4pd2AIgiSLxQPKYYILfR6c2D6zEQ-ZmDYBFFSaTI5HL_h23UyncCouYKR2sl8GO3aS-vTrroFFd_ykFQ3wHLO72PrnwgbpPssTaaAQp7791zc6uvxUAyfK6J9Mk7FT1wdyiGuyJcgPf0b7OJuZ_QU2McJbaBqOfwq91drG&amp;c=SWw61z20-bBU2yIKNScxdatrZpU01MnCL5g_djpYbBoA-q0M-9cY0Q==&amp;ch=ugroFB944-7RGJEcGvdiQ_G5hSTkjTuS5UhVlZjx5VX9UWq3IsVg_w==" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(55, 120, 153);">e-skimming</a><span style="color: rgb(45, 41, 38);">, which targets online shoppers.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(45, 41, 38);">Look up a scam and help others avoid being scammed by using&nbsp;</span><a href="https://r4btdwoab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001oJ_lx2T4J5jN0qvyQHv-47a1pP4hRD1-Bk7OLNqUMT1fewEK12_0l8FJY4_ec5Rtiim4txc59NH9BGJDBT-WYuGtz6OoXUEnG15DLC8-Mgd3kK4APo80WRJDPI_6VCftGm0ckKuxai6R9Is4LI_dH5hjLerMd3Ho&amp;c=SWw61z20-bBU2yIKNScxdatrZpU01MnCL5g_djpYbBoA-q0M-9cY0Q==&amp;ch=ugroFB944-7RGJEcGvdiQ_G5hSTkjTuS5UhVlZjx5VX9UWq3IsVg_w==" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(55, 120, 153);">BBB Scam Tracker</a>.</p>

<h2><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(50, 55, 61);">Why Small Businesses Matter</strong></h2><p><em style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Shop small, do big things for your community</em></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Why Small Businesses Matter puts a spotlight on the local merchants who donate their time, talent, goods, and services for the betterment of our community. The shop local movement spreads virally as local businesses who are “tagged” have the opportunity to share their story!</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Meet Ivan Wright, General Manager and owner of </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/TheWrightWayTravelCT?_rdr" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">The Wright Way Travel CT</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">.</span></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Why did you start your business?</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">I started my business out of passion for people and driving.I thank God for them both. We have to become bridges that create a diverse network into our communities and showcase the best of us.</span></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">What is your best selling product/service?</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">It's a toss up between Airport and Cruise Transportation. The customers enjoy the luxury of not having to drive in a high-traffic area for a great price.</span></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">How many local businesses do you use to support your business (products and services) and can you name them?</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Well I'm fairly new. We are still establishing connections with businesses in the area to service them better.</span></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Have you reimagined your small business?</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Yes. It started out as one thing but as time goes, I realize that the number of services I can provide to the will greatly impact our economic system and influence the process of transportation.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Visit The Wright Way Travel CT online </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/TheWrightWayTravelCT?_rdr" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">HERE.</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Questions? Email </span><a href="mailto:i.wright@thewrightwaytravelct.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">i.wright@thewrightwaytravelct.com</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> or call&nbsp; 203-296-3471</span></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">HamletHub thanks</strong><a href="http://www.jkinfordbeautygroup.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong> </strong></a><a href="https://www.fairfieldcountybank.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Fairfield County Bank </strong></a><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">for making our Why Small Businesses Matter series possible!</strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>

<p class="ql-align-center"><strong>FC Buzz Weekend July 19-23</strong></p><p>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.</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/art-for-lunch" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"> <strong>ART FOR LUNCH</strong></a></p><p><strong>The Westport Library</strong></p><p>Friday Jul 19, 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm</p><p>A BYO lunchtime art meet-up at the Westport Library with members of the Artists Collective of Westport, who will discuss the inspiration for their all-member exhibition "Word: Visual vs Verbal" now on view in the Sheffer and South Galleries. Stop by the Library Cafe first and pick up a bite or brown bag it -- and enjoy Art for Lunch!</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/ftc-presents-jackie-greene" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Jackie Greene</strong></a></p><p><strong>Fairfield Theatre Company</strong></p><p>Friday Jul 19, 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm</p><p>Americana and roots singer-songwriter Jackie Greene is a jack-of-all-trades, and an artist who can croon over soulful piano ballads as much as he can shred a bluesy guitar solo (like he did as the lead guitarist for The Black Crowes in 2013). A road warrior and musician's musician, Greene's new EP 'The Modern Lives – Vol 2' (out October 2018 on Blue Rose Music) finds him at a new chapter in his life: his first months of fatherhood, time off his relentless touring circuit, and a cross-country move from Brooklyn to his birthplace of Northern California.</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/they-made-it-a-musical-ab523" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>THEY MADE IT A MUSICAL!</strong></a></p><p><strong>Westport Country Playhouse</strong></p><p>Friday Jul 19, 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm</p><p>A concert celebrating Broadway’s greatest musicals and the works that inspired them! Thursday, July 18 at 8PM; Friday, July 19 at 8PM; Saturday, July 20 at 3PM &amp; 8PM. “THEY MADE IT A MUSICAL!” pulls back the curtain on the Broadway shows you love, shining the spotlight on the plays, novels, works of art, short stories and historical events that inspired them!</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/birding-at-the-bartlett" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Birding at the Bartlett</strong></a></p><p><strong>Bartlett Arboretum &amp; Gardens</strong></p><p>Saturday Jul 20, 7:30 am - 9:00 am</p><p>Join Bartlett Educators for a morning walk around the Bartlett grounds to look for rare bird sightings and other signs of the summer birding activity.</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/old-post-road-walking-tour" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Old Post Road Walking Tour</strong></a></p><p><strong>Fairfield Museum and History Center</strong></p><p>Saturday Jul 20, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm</p><p>Immerse yourself in the charm of the Old Post Road Historic District. Join a guided tour exploring what was once the main road through Fairfield dating back hundreds of years. Originally a Native American trade and travel route, Old Post Road is lined with historic sites. Learn about the Old Fairfield Academy, Annie B. Jennings, the Unquowa Hotel, the Roger Sherman homestead, the home of Ely S. Parker, and other fascinating stories.</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/family-day-all-about-conservation" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Family Day: All About Conservation</strong></a></p><p><strong>Fairfield Museum and History Center</strong></p><p>Saturday Jul 20, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm</p><p>Families and friends of all ages are invited to a special day filled with hands-on activities to celebrate the new exhibition Pioneering Conservation. Join us for a Green Song Singalong with the Fairfield Pollinator Pathway &amp; Fairfield Forestry Committee, a touch tank from The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk, arts &amp; crafts, and much more. In case of inclement weather, program will take place inside the Fairfield Museum.</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/artist-talk-nomi-silverman-s-dresden-residency" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Artist Talk: Nomi Silverman’s Dresden Residency</strong></a></p><p><strong>Center for Contemporary Printmaking</strong></p><p>Saturday Jul 20, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm</p><p>Nomi Silverman was chosen to be the inaugural artist in the Center for Contemporary Printmaking's new annual residency exchange with the Grafikwerkstatt Dresden studio and the City of Dresden. Anyone interested in applying for 2025’s exchange should definitely plan to attend Silverman’s talk. For those unable to attend in person, a recording will be posted to our YouTube channel the following week.</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/instructors-summer-salon-at-silvermine-galleries-opening" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Opening reception of the Summer Salon</strong></a><strong> </strong><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/guild-summer-salon-opening-reception-at-silvermine-galleries" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>and</strong> <strong>Instructors Summer Salon</strong></a></p><p><strong>Silvermine Galleries</strong></p><p>Saturday Jul 20, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm</p><p>Each summer, our highly anticipated Summer Salon showcases the incredible creations of our Guild members, offering a diverse and exciting range of artworks. With one hundred and thirteen artists, this exhibit has something for everyone, from cutting-edge contemporary pieces to the enduring charm of traditional craftmanship. This a great opportunity to view and purchase artwork by Silvermine's many talented instructors.</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/the-music-of-the-night-with-cris-groenendaal-and-sue-anderson-on-piano" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>THE MUSIC OF THE NIGHT WITH CRIS GROENENDAAL AND SUE ANDERSON ON PIANO</strong></a></p><p><strong>Music Theatre of CT</strong></p><p>Saturday Jul 20, 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm</p><p>With over 860 performances as the Phantom in "Phantom of the Opera" and a B'way career with roles in "Sweeney Todd," "Sunday in the Park with George," and more, Cris Groenendaal's brings a blend of B'way hits, pop tunes, folk songs, and classic novelties.</p><p><a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/events/fuzz-at-music-at-the-barn" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Fuzz at Music at the Barn</strong></a></p><p><strong>Weston History &amp; Culture Center</strong></p><p>Sunday Jul 21, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm</p><p>Guitarist, vocalist, songwriter, producer and all around energetic and engaging performer, Fuzz has been a successful international touring and recording artist for the past few decades with some of his projects such as Deep Banana Blackout, Caravan of Thieves and Big Fuzz in addition to working alongside acts such as the Tom Tom Club and sharing the stage with The Allman Brothers, John Scofield, Keb Mo, Emmylou Harris, Bela Fleck, members of Phish, the James Brown band and many others.</p><p>See these and discover hundreds more events on the <a href="https://events.culturalalliancefc.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">FCBUZZ EVENTS</a> page at <a href="https://culturalalliancefc.org" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://culturalalliancefc.org</a> Sign up for the <a href="https://culturalalliancefc.org/resources/newsletter-sign-up/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cultural Alliance eBuzz</a> to receive top picks and spotlights each week in your inbox.</p>

<h2><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(50, 55, 61);">Why Small Businesses Matter</span></h2><p><em style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Shop small, do big things for your community</em></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Why Small Businesses Matter puts a spotlight on the local merchants who donate their time, talent, goods, and services for the betterment of our community. The shop local movement spreads virally as local businesses who are “tagged” have the opportunity to share their story!</span></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Meet Kasey Kellerman, founder of </strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/skinbykasey/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>skinbykasey</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Why did you start your business?</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Starting a skincare business allowed me to merge my passion for beauty with the desire to help others achieve healthier skin. After experiencing firsthand the transformative power of high-quality skincare products, I felt compelled to create a brand that prioritizes natural ingredients and effective formulations. My goal is to empower individuals to feel confident in their skin.</span></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">What is your best-selling product/service?</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Hydrafacials</span></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Have you reimagined your small business?</strong></p><ul><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Revamping Products or Services: Updating my offerings to include new, in-demand products/services or improving existing ones.&nbsp;</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Enhancing Customer Experience: Implementing new ways to engage with and provide value to my customers, such as through improved customer service, loyalty programs, or personalized experiences.&nbsp;</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Adopting New Technologies: Integrating the latest technologies to streamline operations, improve efficiency, and enhance the customer experience.&nbsp;</span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent;">Updating Branding and Marketing: Refreshing my brand identity, including your logo, website, and marketing strategies, to better resonate with my target audience.</span></li></ul><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Follow </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/skinbykasey/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">skinbykasey</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> on Instagram @</span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/skinbykasey/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">skinbykasey</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Questions? Email </span><a href="mailto:skinbykaseyk@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">skinbykaseyk@gmail.com</a></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">HamletHub thanks</strong><a href="http://www.jkinfordbeautygroup.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong> </strong></a><a href="https://www.fairfieldcountybank.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Fairfield County Bank </strong></a><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">for making our Why Small Businesses Matter series possible!</strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>

<p class="ql-align-center"><span style="text-align: left; font-weight: var(--geeks-body-font-weight); color: rgb(20, 24, 39);">Westport, CT - The multi-talented Thomas Dolby will be at The Westport Library for a special book talk on Tuesday, July 16, discussing his latest volume,&nbsp;</span><em style="text-align: left; font-weight: var(--geeks-body-font-weight); color: rgb(20, 24, 39);">Prevailing Wind</em><span style="text-align: left; font-weight: var(--geeks-body-font-weight); color: rgb(20, 24, 39);">, with Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and longtime Library supporter Chris Frantz.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(20, 24, 39);">The event kicks off at 4 pm — an afternoon start time to accommodate Dolby’s performance later that evening as part of the Totally Tubular Festival at the Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater in Bridgeport (alongside Modern English and Men Without Hats).</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(20, 24, 39);">This is Dolby’s only scheduled signing event in the tri-state area. All attendees who purchase a copy of&nbsp;</span><em style="color: rgb(20, 24, 39);">Prevailing Wind</em><span style="color: rgb(20, 24, 39);">&nbsp;may get the book and one additional item signed by the author.&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(0, 112, 192);">Registration&nbsp;</span><span style="color: rgb(20, 24, 39);">is strongly recommended.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(20, 24, 39);">“Thomas is a true artist and an endlessly talented performer,” said Bill Harmer, Westport Library executive director. “We’re incredibly fortunate to have him here for his only local book talk and signing, and we’re thrilled to be able to present his conversation with our great friend Christ Frantz to the community.”</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(20, 24, 39);">A&nbsp;</span>renowned musician, producer, composer, entrepreneur, and teacher, D<span style="color: rgb(20, 24, 39);">olby played synthesizer for David Bowie, Stevie Wonder, Joni Mitchell, Roger Waters, and others during his eclectic career. He rose to fame on the strength of his hit 1982 single, “She Blinded Me With Science,” which he backed up two years later with a second smash, “Hyperactive!”</span></p><p>While the Englishman is primarily associated with the&nbsp;new wave&nbsp;movement of the early 80s, his later work expanded to cover a wide range of&nbsp;musical styles&nbsp;and moods. In the 90s, he founded Beatnik, a Silicon Valley software company that developed the polyphonic ringtone software and created the Nokia tune. Its technology was used in more than 500 million cell phones.</p><p>Dolby also has served as the music director for TED Conferences and joined the faculty at the Peabody Institute at Johns Hopkins University in 2014. In the latter role, he leads the Peabody’s Music for New Media program, which enrolled its first students in 2018.</p><p>Dolby has received four Grammy nominations in his career, two each in 1984 and 1988. Among his other honors, Dolby received a Lifetime Achievement in Internet Music award from&nbsp;<em>Yahoo! Internet Life</em>&nbsp;in 1998. In 2012, he was the recipient of The Moog Innovation Award, which celebrates “pioneering artists whose genre-defying work exemplifies the bold, innovative spirit of Bob Moog.” And in 2018, Dolby was awarded the Roland Lifetime Achievement Award.</p><p>Dolby also is an accomplished sailor and regatta champion with a passion for classic racing yachts.</p><p><em>Prevailing Wind</em>&nbsp;is his first novel, billed as “<span style="color: rgb(20, 24, 39);">a ruthless exploration of the vast chasm between rich and poor in the Progressive Age.” It is laced with breathtaking depictions of classic yacht racing moments and deep insights into the hearts and minds of working sailors and millionaire owners.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(20, 24, 39);">“Dolby takes us behind the scenes as an intense competition evolves into a high-stakes grudge match,” said America’s Cup Hall of Fame inductee Gary Jobson. “The quest for victory is an emotional roller coaster ride. Once you start reading, you won’t want to stop.”</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(20, 24, 39);">Filmmaker J.J. Abrams described the book as “a ripping yarn … full of mysteries, passion, class struggle, and ruthless competitive spirit.&nbsp;</span><em style="color: rgb(20, 24, 39);">Prevailing Wind</em><span style="color: rgb(20, 24, 39);">&nbsp;is an absolute blast!”&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(20, 24, 39);">Dolby’s memoir,&nbsp;</span><em style="color: rgb(20, 24, 39);">The Speed of Sound: Breaking the Barriers Between Music and Technology</em><span style="color: rgb(20, 24, 39);">, was published in 2018.</span></p><p><strong>Frantz</strong>&nbsp;is a musician, producer, songwriter, and founding member of the Talking Heads and Tom Tom Club. A frequent guest of the Library and the host of the Library series&nbsp;<em>Chris Frantz Presents</em>, he also hosts the radio show&nbsp;<em>Chris Frantz the Talking Head</em>&nbsp;on WPKN 89.5 FM in Bridgeport. His recent memoir,&nbsp;<a href="https://catalog.westportlibrary.org/polaris/search/searchresults.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.1&amp;type=Keyword&amp;term=Remain%20In%20Love&amp;by=KW&amp;sort=RELEVANCE&amp;limit=TOM=*&amp;query=&amp;page=0&amp;searchid=3" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: blue;"><em>Remain In Love</em></a><em>,</em>&nbsp;chronicles his artistic and musical journey, from the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) to his time as the drummer for Talking Heads and Tom Tom Club.</p><p><strong style="color: rgb(20, 24, 39);">About the Book</strong></p><p><span style="color: rgb(20, 24, 39);">As dark political clouds gather over Europe, the NYYC’s railroad barons control the U.S. from the squeaky leather couches of the 44th Street clubhouse. Far from the immigrant slums, the Suffragettes, and the Ludlow massacres, they wager small fortunes and pit their egos on their favorite distraction: big yacht sail racing. Its absolute pinnacle is the America’s Cup, the oldest trophy in world sport.</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(20, 24, 39);">For two penniless brothers, it’s the chance of a lifetime: to get the heck out of Deer Isle and etch their names in Cup history. But they’ll have to fight for places with the rival West Bay crew. There are old feuds to be settled on and off the water.</span></p><p><strong>Event Details:</strong></p><p><strong>Thomas Dolby on His New Book,&nbsp;<em>Prevailing Wind</em></strong></p><p>Tuesday, July 16, 4-5 pm</p><p>Event Link:&nbsp;<a href="https://westportlibrary.org/event/thomas-dolby-on-his-new-book-prevailing-wind/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(70, 120, 134);">westportlibrary.org/event/thomas-dolby-on-his-new-book-prevailing-wind/</a></p><p>Registration Link:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.eventbrite.com/e/thomas-dolby-on-his-new-book-prevailing-wind-tickets-912091559407" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(70, 120, 134);">www.eventbrite.com/e/thomas-dolby-on-his-new-book-prevailing-wind-tickets-912091559407</a></p><p>Story Link:&nbsp;<a href="https://westportlibrary.org/renowned-musician-and-author-thomas-dolby-to-discuss-his-new-novel-with-rock-and-roll-hall-of-famer-chris-frantz-at-the-westport-library/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(70, 120, 134);">https://westportlibrary.org/renowned-musician-and-author-thomas-dolby-to-discuss-his-new-novel-with-rock-and-roll-hall-of-famer-chris-frantz-at-the-westport-library/</a></p><p><strong>About The Westport Library</strong></p><p>Founded in 1886, built in 1908, and transformed in 2019, The Westport Library is one of the most active and innovative public libraries in the nation, devoted to enriching the intellectual and creative lives of the community. Among its many highlights are a full collection of books for children, teens, and adults; an engaging and colorful Children’s Library; a MakerSpace; a Library of Things; a Seed Library; a robust café and store; and professional art installations that rotate throughout the year. The Westport Library is also home to Verso Studios, replete with an SSL hybrid analog sound studio and broadcast control suite featuring a state-of-the-art console and six robotic cameras, and the Trefz Forum, an open, flexible space that can accommodate up to 600 patrons and features an 18-foot video wall, 35-foot stage, state-of-the-art sound, and theatrical lighting. Situated in the heart of downtown Westport overlooking the scenic Saugatuck River, The Westport Library annually hosts StoryFest, the largest literary festival in Connecticut, and VersoFest, its multi-day music and media festival. Above all, the Library strives to serve the whole community as a vibrant gathering spot where people of all ages come to seek information, gain knowledge, exchange ideas, and share experiences. For more information, visit<a href="https://westportlibrary.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(70, 120, 134);">westportlibrary.org</a>.</p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p><span style="color: var(--geeks-body-color); font-weight: var(--geeks-body-font-weight);">Fairfield, CT - Art/Place Gallery invites the public to a reception for “Summer Daze”, a show of artwork created by all members, on Sunday, July 28, 2:30 - 4:30pm. The artists will talk about their work at 3:30pm. The show can be seen from July 23 to August 18 from 12-5 every day but Monday at 70 Sanford Street in Fairfield. See&nbsp;</span><a href="http://www.artplacegallery.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="font-weight: var(--geeks-body-font-weight);">www.artplacegallery.org</a><span style="color: var(--geeks-body-color); font-weight: var(--geeks-body-font-weight);">&nbsp;or call 203-374-9720 or 646-258-6912.</span></p><p>This show includes work in many different mediums, styles, subjects and sizes. Art/Place features a new show by individual members every month, with several group shows a year.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>