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Undefeated America's Cup Crew, Unique Summer Refreshments

Ridgefield this week? Todd Rundgren, Deer Isle's Undefeated America's Cup Crews, a book signing, Port and Sherry mixers at Ancona's, and the Georgetown School of Arts.

"Deer Isle's Undefeated America's Cup Crews" Book Signing takes place at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Ridgefield Library. Come join Author Mark J. Gabrielson and learn about this Ridgefield resident's first book, published by the History Press. The book, "Deer Isle’s Undefeated America’s Cup Crews: Humble Heroes from a Downeast Island," chronicles the story of the 1895 and 1899 America’s Cup Sailing Competition, is a story of seemingly unbeatable odds, heart-felt patriotism, and the greatest sailing race in the world. 

The Ridgefield Playhouse presents Todd Rundgren Saturday at 8 p.m. Since the late 1960s Todd Rundgren has created an unparalleled body of work including hits like “Hello it’s Me,” “I Saw The Light,” “Can We Still Be Friends” and more. Todd is known as a musical genius for his songwriting, performing and production prowess which has created a fireclay loyal cult following. He will be bringing all of his hits and more to the Playhouse stage!

Port and Sherry—Mix Things Up With These Unique Summer Refreshments. Join us for an evening of fun mixed drinks using these fortified wines to create refreshing, easy to drink cocktails that are sure to please. We realize that Port and Sherry aren’t always the first wines to come to mind when its this hot outside but prepare to be pleasantly surprised and learn to impress your friend with these light, easy-sipping concoctions. This is a free event at Ancona's Wines, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday. To RSVP please call (203)544-8958 or e-mail monica@anconaswines.com.

Masters and Mixers painting party Thursday from 7:00 - 9:30 p.m. at the Georgetown School of Arts. BYOB. $35 per person. This is a unique way to kick off a girls night out, bachelorette parties, team building, social groups or meet-up events.To register and for more information, or to schedule a private painting party, visit www.georgetownarts.com and follow the links to Masters & Mixers, or call 203.544.8551. Uncork your creativity!

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