sports
Dates Covered: Jan. 24–Feb. 6, 2026 High School Roundup: Statement Wins and Tight Races Across Fairfield In boys basketball, Fairfield Ludlowe continued to set the pace in the FCIAC East. On Jan. 27, Ludlowe earned a decisive 63–45 win at St. Joseph, leaning on balance and control rather
News
Strong turnout and a clear margin in a winter special election give the incoming First Selectman a distinct mandate as the town heads into budget season. Why it matters: Both the level of voter participation and the size of the victory illuminate how residents are thinking about leadership and fiscal
food
Ryebird (Fairfield) Tier: Mid-Tier / Higher Address: 11 Unquowa Road, Fairfield, CT 06824 Hours: Tuesday–Thursday 12:00–9:00 PM; Friday–Saturday 11:30 AM–11:00 PM; Sunday 11:00 AM–8:00 PM; Monday closed Hours listed as of publication; verify before visiting. Ryebird feels like a
events
This two-week stretch concentrates Fairfield’s biggest-ticket programming into a tight run: staged theater, touring performance, two Open VISIONS Forum nights, and “screening-plus” events where the program is built around conversation—not just the film. Bill’s 44th (Quick Center) is scheduled as a fully produced theater
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Public hearings and votes scheduled from late February through May define when fiscal decisions become final. Why it matters: These dates mark when residents can still influence spending before the mill rate is locked in. Fairfield’s FY2027 budget calendar has entered its execution phase, with the town preparing to
music
February 1, 2026 Say Anything + Motion City Soundtrack College Street Music Hall 238 College St, New Haven, CT 06510 February 3, 2026 Alt-rock / pop-punk They’re scheduled to perform on February 3, 2026 with the kind of craftsmanship that makes “tight” sound like a compliment instead of an
sports
Dates Covered: Jan. 17–30, 2026 High School Roundup: Statement Wins and Tight Races Across Fairfield In boys basketball, Fairfield Ludlowe continued to set the standard in the FCIAC East. Ludlowe closed the window with a decisive 63–45 win over St. Joseph on Jan. 27, a game that showcased
Formal applications may be filed starting Feb. 2, with hearings expected in March. Why it matters: This is the final administrative opportunity to challenge an assessment before tax bills are set. Fairfield homeowners who believe their revaluation assessments are inaccurate will be able to file formal appeals beginning Monday, Feb.
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Voters choose a First Selectperson on Tuesday as the town enters the final setup phase of budget season. Why it matters: The winner will immediately shape the FY2027 budget proposal and the mill-rate path that follows revaluation. Fairfield voters will go to the polls on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026,
music
(Publication date: January 25, 2026) The Greyboy Allstars The Warehouse at Fairfield Theatre Company 70 Sanford Street, Fairfield, CT 06824 March 5, 2026 Acid jazz, soul-jazz, groove logic The Greyboy Allstars will do what good groove bands do: make virtuosity feel like a side effect of good taste. The
sports
Covering games and standings from January 6–January 20, 2026 January Tightens the Screws as Fairfield Programs Trade Blows in League Play Close finishes, late pushes, and shifting league positions defined the past two weeks across town. Mid-January delivered the familiar grind across local gyms and rinks, where small
events
The period from Jan. 30 through Feb. 5, 2026 includes a concentrated run of ticketed music and theatre programming, plus two major Quick Center dates that are likely to draw a regional audience. The listings below include only events with verified dates and start times within the stated range. Dylan