Thursday, January 20th6:30 PMBlack Rock Branch Cocaineros Duel by John J. Gilmore Published Dec. 2010 by Mainly Murder Press, Wethersfield, CT Broken police detective Frank Reardon is struggling to rebuild his life while being the only one able to save others. Abandoning Connecticut after failing to capture his wife's murderer, he attempts to get lost in Costa Rica. While there, he is first branded a suspect in the murder of an unidentified woman and then drawn into the rescue of an old girlfriend captured by the cocaineros, a drug gang.   He is helped by a collection of unlikely allies, including a washed-up CIA operative, a U.S. counter-insurgency team, a mysterious Washington intelligence official and the Cuban Air Force. Frank's war concludes with a dramatic gun battle on the street... 12/26/2010

Wednesday, January 19th10:30 AMBlack Rock Branch Come learn about this financial product which can help you stay and live in your home comfortably. This seminar will cover the basics of reverse mortgages, recent changes and what is on the horizon. Frank Magnante and Oliver Collins from MetLife Bank will be presenting on the basics of Reverse Mortgages.  Frank has been in the mortgage industry for over seven years and has five plus years of experience with reverse mortgages.  He specializes in educating professionals as well as consumers on how a reverse mortgage works and who it best suits.   Oliver brings his wealth of knowledge from working with seniors to help them make good financial decisions.  He believes a reverse mortgage is a great product for the right person at the right time. 12/26/2010

Tuesday, January 18th6:30 PMBlack Rock Branch The 2010 Tax and Unemployment Legislation: Who won, Who Lost And How Will It Affect You And Your Community? On Friday, December 17th 2010, with the approval of both the House and Senate, President Obama signed into law the: Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization, and Job Creation Act of 2010 The total cost of this legislation is an estimated 858 billion dollars.* *CBO Estimate of Changes in Revenues and Direct Spending Good idea? Bad idea? Something in between? Join our distinguished panelists, from across the political spectrum, for a lively and in depth discussion of this historic legislation: Max Medina, Managing Partner, Zeldes Needle and Cooper and former Bridgeport Board of Education President Rob Russo, former Republican S... 12/26/2010

Thursday, January 13th6:30 PMBlack Rock Branch Former Congressman Christopher Shays will be speaking at the Black Rock Branch Library. Please join us for this very special event. More details coming soon. 12/26/2010

Tuesday, January 11th6:30 PMBlack Rock Branch Join us for the next in our series of monthly screening of some of the most highly regarded movies of all time. Don't miss this month's winner of 10 Academy Awards. "Unlike other musicals ‘West Side Story' grows younger!" Directors: Jerome Robbins, Robert WiseWriters: Ernest Lehman (screenplay), Arthur Laurents (book)Stars: Natalie Wood, George Chakiris and Richard Beymer(1961) 152 min. West Side Story is the award winning adaptation of the classic romantic tragedy, Romeo and Juliette. The feuding families become two warring New York City gangs- the white Jets led by Riff and the Puerto Rican Sharks, led by Bernardo. Their hatred escalates to a point where neither can coexist with any form of understanding. But when Riff's best friend (and f... 12/26/2010

Friday, January 7th10:30 AM & 1:00 PMBlack Rock Branch The Black Rock Branch Library announces a series of 5 free senior friendly computer classes. All classes begin at either 10:30 AM or 1:00 PM and will last approximately 1 hour. Space is limited so register for one or more classes now. Call:  (203) 337-9676.   Topics covered will include: Computer Basics Intro to the Internet Email Social Media Microsoft Word/Excel Laptops will be provided for all students use. 12/26/2010

Thursday, January 6th6:30 PMBlack Rock Branch Join Urban Fiction authors Felisha Bradshaw, Kaira Denee and Maritza P. Brown, whose writing ranges from romance, to drama, to hard core street fiction, for an in depth look at Urban Fiction. The panelists will discuss the history and development of urban fiction, the creative writing process and how to get your work published.   Author of Eyes on the Pryze, 69 Degrees...A Ladies Lounge, and Sistah Circle, Felisha Bradshaw Author of Eyes on the Pryze, her first debut, novel is currently a resident of Bridgeport, Ct. She is a graduate of Housatonic Community College with an Assoc. Degree in Science and a Bachelor Degree in Psychology from Ashford University and is currently working on her Master Degree in MFT at Walden University.  She has fi... 12/26/2010

Monday, December 27th10:30 AM Black Rock Branch Join Independent Beachbody Coaches Mel Rolleri and Anne Fers for a fun and FREE workout featuring some of their favorite Beachbody workouts guided  from a big screen.  From P90X, to Insanity, to Turbo Fire and more. Space is limited to 20 people per session....1st come 1st served, so reserve your space now!   Next evening class - January 6th, 6:30 PM. To Register for a class (or classes) contact: Mel Rolleri                      or            Anne Kearns Fers(203) 685-9233                             (203) 377 5665Melroll@mac.com                        annfers@earthlink.net   We will be mixing it up on a weekly basis, every week. The workouts will be from 45-60 minutes. We will supply the recovery drink, but bring your own water, a towel (... 12/26/2010

12/24/2010

Mosby is lost, cold, and frightened.  Mosby is a 6 year old neutered male dark grey Manx cat. No Tail!  He is friendly and not not equipped to being outside. He knows his name. Any information can be sent to his owner, Maryann's cell phone. 203-858-4443 Hoping someone kind has taken him in.  His brother misses him terribly.  Thank you so much for your help. 12/18/2010

Last evening we held our first event at The Dish Supper Club at 2889 Fairfield Avenue in the Black Rock section of Bridgeport which will be the host site for a series of ethnic and regional dinners created by guest chefs who specialize in the cuisine. We featured "An Evening in the Italian Regions of Umbria, the Marches, and Tuscany" with guest chef, Robert Pinciaro. Four courses were served: Farmer's Market Salad with Artisanal Viniagrette Cappelletti in Brodo (hat-shaped pasta filled with veal, pork, beef & spices in homemade chicken broth), Braised Tuscan Chicken Campagna, Porchetta Come Orvietto (Umbrian-style roasted pork), Farmer's Market Vegetables, Roasted Potatoes - Served family style Tiramisu with Cappuccino , Espresso, or American Coffee There were complimentary wine pairin... 12/18/2010

Many of us have been calling the upcoming train station, the Black Rock Train Station, for years now, but the Town of Fairfield  and the State of Connecticut have decided to name the station the Fairfield Metro Station.  They have created a survey on the Fairfield town website to obtain input from the public.  The name of the train station is very important to those of us who live or own businesses in Black Rock as it promotes our community.  Ken Flatto, First Selectman of Fairfield, has found the response to changing the name to Fairfield Metro Station has been so negative that he has posted a survey to get public input after the fact (they already made signs on his earlier decision).  There are many different options for names in the survey besides Black Rock Train Station, which of c... 12/16/2010

The Founding Director of the Great Beginnings Montessori School is considering relocating the school from Fairfield to the Saint Mark's site. John Marshall Lee was asked to assist in setting up informal meetings to introduce the Montessori School to neighbors, to share plans, and answer questions as a part of their due diligence before a final offer is made.  People are invited to attend one of these two brief, informal sessions.   Harborview Market 9:00 AM Friday December 17, 2010 Black Rock Library 4:00 PM Monday December 20, 2010   12/10/2010

ACOUSTIC CAFE, 2926 Fairfield Ave., 203-335- FOLK: The Mercury Seed, Thursday; Dirk Quinn Band, Nick Driver, Renard Boissiere, Friday; Foul Mouth Jerk, The Artifacts, TopR, Problemaddicts, Saturday; Open Mic, Tuesday, 8 p. m.; The Quicksand Collective, Wednesday. ASH CREEK SALOON, 2895 Fairfield Ave., 203-333-2733: Joe Kiernan, Thursday, 8: 30 p. m. For more events in Black Rock, visit the Black Rock Community Blog at www.blackrockonline.org 12/09/2010

Thank you to all that braved the cold last Friday night at Framemakers. It was a wonderful evening,  good friends and warm conversation. The Silent Auction for WPKN is already up to a record $175.00. Please come in and place your bid on the beautifully framed print of "Monhegan Adirondacks."  The silent auction ends on December 23rd, just in time for Christmas. The work at Framemakers, 3142 Fairfield Ave., (near Taco Loco), will continue to hang through the month of December. The first canvas giclée print edition of "At the Mark," was purchased while I was hanging the show at Harborview.  I plan on having number two of the edition available by the next reception which is on Friday, December 17th from 5:30 p.m.-8 p.m. at Harborview Market, 218 Harborview Ave., Black Rock section of Brid... 12/06/2010

ACOUSTIC CAFE, 2926 Fairfield Ave., 203-335-FOLK: Hoe, Thursday; Hearts on Fire tour with Micah, John Torres, Friday; True CT Hip-Hop with Blacastan, Asylum, Lifetime, Bannah, Saturday; Open Mic, Tuesday 8 p.m.; Caitlin Krisco and the Broadcast, Pat Lattin, Wednesday. ASH CREEK SALOON, 2895 Fairfield Ave., 203-333-2733: Joe Kiernan, Thursday, 8:30 p.m. For more information about events in Black Rock, Connecticut visit www.blackrockonline.org 12/02/2010

Framemakers Picture Framing & Art Gallery 3142 Fairfield Ave., Black Rock Presents Jill Harrington Nichols' paintings on Friday December 3rd 5:30 to 8:00 pm Jill's art work will be on display for the month of December. Also on display will be new one of a kind fused glass jewelry, funky scarves and bags. Please call 203-338-0332 with any questions. 11/30/2010

Tuesday, November 30th5:00  -  6:30 PMBlack Rock Branch Chess night Children's Area-Learn and practice chess! All ages!   . Wednesdays 10:45 AMBlack Rock Branch Little Rocks! Wednesday mornings, children up through age 3 and their caregivers are invited to join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and play at our popular Little Rocks program! Join Children's Librarian Bina Williams in Program Room 2 for the return of this educational and fun program. For more info call: (203) 337-9676 11/27/2010

November 22, 2010 by admin comment Please join us at the Black Rock Branch Library, 2705 Fairfield Avenue on December 11th between 2 and 5pm for a holiday celebration! Santa will be visiting and giving out gift wrapped children's books for the kids. There will also be refreshments served for both the adults and the children.    Nancy Earle of the BLACK ROCK COMMUNITY FARM STAND - A Multi Farm CSA with delivery to Black Rock will also be there with info on this exciting new venture.   Black Rock Branch Library2705 Fairfield AvenueBridgeport, CT 06605(203) 337-9676A Gathering Place for the Entire Community  For more information contact: John SoltisCommunity LibrarianBlack Rock Branch Library(203) 337-9676jsoltis@bridgeportpubliclibrary.org 11/23/2010

  Hi.... Fall has arrived with today's 11/15th three dozen American Wigeon's..and yesterdays Mergansers both Red Breasted and  Hooded... the pair of Swans often visit with their "teenager' ..& ..past two days the frantic feeding of Sparrows has ceased ? why? maybe snow is on its way? ...the one Great Blue Heron still fishes here and a few Yellow legs yesterday  both incomming and out going tides ..the King Fisher especially active on sunny days.. and seems to be quite lucky! Happiness on the Ash Creek Jean Layton Ash Creek Conservation Association member 11/21/2010