This article explains how entrepreneurs can start a franchise without using their own liquid cash by leveraging strategic funding methods. It covers the realities of 'no money down' in franchising, the importance of credit and leverage, and how the SBA 7(a) loan program combined with capital stacking can help secure ...

Livingston Taylor Livingston Taylor’s career as a professional musician spans more than five decades, encompassing performance, songwriting, recording, and teaching. Often described as equal parts Mark Twain, college professor, and musical icon, Livingston maintains an active touring schedule of over 100 shows a year, delighting audiences with his wit, warmth, and ...

Tiramisu has stayed on menus for decades without ever feeling outdated. While trends fade quickly, this Italian classic continues to appear on dessert menus, dinner tables, and celebrations with ease. Here’s why it lasts: 1. Perfect balance: Soft meets firm, bitter meets sweet, and bold espresso blends with delicate mascarpone. Achieving that ...

FTC 80's Dance Party Get ready to rewind the clock and hit the dance floor at Fairfield Theatre Company’s Warehouse for the ultimate 80s Dance Party! Join us for a night of nonstop throwback hits, neon vibes, and retro fun as MC Paul Herman and the PressPlay team keep the energy high ...

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Fierce guitar tone, blue-collar grit, and blues that hits straight to the chest. Albert Cummings has built his reputation on commanding fretwork and soul-deep vocals, channeling the fire of Stevie Ray Vaughan, B.B. King, and Hendrix into a sound that’s both classic and unmistakably his own. A former master carpenter turned ...

Friends of the Brothers The Friends of the Brothers is a celebration of the music of the Allman Brothers Band, with members closely associated with the original band and continuing the brotherhood with passion, committed to the ideals of every night being special and unique. Guitarist/singer Junior Mack has fronted Jaimoe’s ...

A sweet break can turn an ordinary day into something a little more comforting, and Isabelle et Vincent Bakery brings that feeling to life through every dessert they create. 🍰✨ From rich chocolate mousse and delicate éclairs to fresh fruit tarts and soft cupcakes, each treat is made from åscratch using ...

Engaging exhibits for all at the Weston History & Culture Center this Spring & Summer In the Visitors Center: Sarah Treadwell: Connecticut Mom, American Patriot: Honors a local woman who supported her family’s active role during the American Revolution, highlighting the often-overlooked contributions of women during the period. Local Patriots & Loyalists of ...

Exciting News! 🎉 Get Ready for the 5th Annual Shelton Jewish Festival! Mark your calendars for an unforgettable afternoon of culture, cuisine, and community! The Shelton Jewish Festival returns to the Huntington Green on Sunday, June 28, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. 🌟 What’s in Store: 🎶 Live Entertainment: Get ready to ...

Midnight North takes its cue from the fertile Bay Area music scene. Formed in early 2012 by singer/songwriters Grahame Lesh and Elliott Peck, whose harmonies came as naturally as the initial songs, along with bassist Connor O’Sullivan. The band’s current-day lineup was completed when drummer/banjo player Nathan Graham came aboard ...

Jonatha Brooke is what happens when literate songwriting meets fearless innovation, a singular voice in modern music whose work is as much chamber poetry as it is folk-pop. Trained in the rigor of classical composition yet born with a Broadway-bound belt and a novelist’s eye for character, she weaves deeply ...

You walked in for one thing – a croissant, maybe a tart. Minutes later, your bag is fuller and you’re already planning a return. Great bakeries make “just one” surprisingly hard. Here’s why: • The display invites comparison: A case full of beautiful options makes choosing one feel like missing out, so ...

Jesca Hoop writes songs that feel hand-built, lived-in, and just strange enough to keep you leaning forward. The California-born, Manchester-based songwriter has spent years making deeply original music that moves between folk, art-pop, chamber textures, and sharply observed storytelling, always with a voice that feels unmistakably her own. Her latest album, ...

Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the founding of our nation with Pequot Library’s annual 4th of July Bike Parade! Bring your festively decorated bike, scooter, or wagon to Five Corners in Southport Village and parade to the Great Lawn for some fun and games! Enjoy face-painting, sack races, a hula ...

There is something about the last one. The final croissant, the lone tart sitting at the end of the tray, the single macaron left in the row. It catches your eye differently than everything else in the case, and there is a real reason for that. Here’s what the last pastry ...

“Brawny shuffles, swinging horns, searing guitar, passionate vocals and balls-to-the-wall enthusiasm” –Living Blues “High-voltage swingin’ jump blues and R&B” –USA Today “Jubilant, jazzy R&B...boisterous, horn-propelled magnificence...infectiously joyous spirit” –Blues Music Magazine Roomful of Blues, the world-renowned, horn-powered, houserocking blues band, has been delighting audiences for over 55 years. Blues Music Magazine ...

It’s not every day you see six men in full Amish garb tearing through party anthems and pop hits — but then again, there’s no band quite like The Amish Outlaws. Born from the unlikely collision of tradition and rebellion, these former “real” Amish (yes, really) traded in their horse ...

Canyon-country mysticism, Laurel Canyon warmth, and harp-driven songwriting that feels both timeless and otherworldly. With Graceland Way, Mikaela Davis steps into her most expansive vision yet. Written and recorded in a hillside home in Los Angeles County, the album captures a period of deep creative immersion — a space where time ...

You didn’t say much. Maybe a nod or a pause at the display. But a good baker already noticed. The exchange between customer and baker often happens without words. Here’s what that quiet communication looks like: 1. Hesitation signals curiosity: Lingering in front of a tray invites the baker to share a ...

You might think you’re just ordering breakfast, but your go-to pastry says more than you realize. A croissant person and a pain au chocolat person rarely think the same way. Here’s what your choice might reveal: • Plain croissant: You value craftsmanship. With no filling or topping, there’s nowhere to hide flaws ...

Engaging exhibits for all at the Weston History & Culture Center this Spring & Summer In the Visitors Center: Sarah Treadwell: Connecticut Mom, American Patriot: Honors a local woman who supported her family’s active role during the American Revolution, highlighting the often-overlooked contributions of women during the period. Local Patriots & Loyalists of ...

David Cook David Cook first became a household name with his American Idol Season 7 win, but what has kept him going is not just the headline. It is the voice, the songwriting, and the kind of rock songs that still connect once the TV moment is long gone. He launched into ...

Engaging exhibits for all at the Weston History & Culture Center this Spring & Summer In the Visitors Center: Sarah Treadwell: Connecticut Mom, American Patriot: Honors a local woman who supported her family’s active role during the American Revolution, highlighting the often-overlooked contributions of women during the period. Local Patriots & Loyalists of ...

There's a moment in every Low Darts performance where the age of the musicians stops mattering entirely. One second you're watching five young guys; the next, you're back in 1978, and the music has you. Low Darts are a five-piece "studio rock & soul" band who first met in middle school ...

Born in the heart of a Grateful Dead parking lot at Citi Field, Shakedown Citi isn’t just keeping the music alive — they’re reinventing the vibe. This band doesn’t imitate the Dead; they channel their spirit. Every show is a free-flowing conversation full of deep grooves, spontaneous jams, and joyful ...

GRAMMY-nominated British soul singer James Hunter has spent more than three decades perfecting a sound that feels both timeless and alive. Fronting The James Hunter Six, Hunter’s gritty, golden-throated vocals glide over swinging R&B grooves, twin saxophones, and Hammond B3 organ with the effortless cool of a late-night soul revue. ...

Early Elton Trio is a Tribute to the Elton John, Dee Murray and Nigel Olsson trio tours of 1970 - 1972 featuring Jeff Kazee of Southside Johnny And The Asbury Jukes (piano, vocals), Rich Pagano of The Fab Faux (drums and vocals) and John Conte of Southside Johnny And The ...

Texas blues-rock singer/songwriter and guitarist extraordinaire, Ally Venable, entertains wherever she goes. With her signature glitter dresses and black knee-high boots, Venable comes off of the ropes swinging dazzling crowds on tour or throughout the festival circuit. "Venable pulls off a stunner of gritty and/or sultry blues rock tunes embellished ...

Eric Gales’ time is now. A rule-breaking, genre-fusing force of nature, hailed by giants like Joe Bonamassa, Dave Navarro and Mark Tremonti as one of the best guitarists on the planet, you’ll find the Memphis blues-rocker’s thumbprint on everything from his Grammy-nominated solo catalogue to the soundtrack of director Ryan ...

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 ...

Engaging exhibits for all at the Weston History & Culture Center this Spring & Summer In the Visitors Center: Sarah Treadwell: Connecticut Mom, American Patriot: Honors a local woman who supported her family’s active role during the American Revolution, highlighting the often-overlooked contributions of women during the period. Local Patriots & Loyalists of ...

For over a decade Tuba Skinny has grown steadily in popularity, releasing twelve albums and touring all over the world. They’ve attracted a wide variety of fans, young and old, neophytes and niche-enthusiasts, with the strength of their musicianship and the scope of their jazz and American roots music ...

Brian Dolzani as The Loner If you love Neil Young’s music, you must hear it sung and played by Brian Dolzani as The Loner. This Connecticut-based troubadour brings everything you want and need from Neil’s music to an intimate club experience. Brian will be performing this show completely solo on guitars, ...

Mystic Dead In 2018 a group of musicians got together for a once-a-month Dead night at the Captain Daniel Packer inn in Mystic, CT. It turned out to be a seriously good time that translated to more shows, more fun and Mystic Dead was born. Deep dives into all things Grateful ...

Paula Cole returns to the stage with THIS FIRE: 30—a special anniversary tour celebrating three decades of This Fire. A Grammy-winning singer-songwriter known for her fearless writing and genre-blending sound, Cole broke boundaries with songs that were both deeply personal and universally resonant. On THIS FIRE: 30, Paula will ...

Sugar Mountain brings together an ensemble of veteran musicians who faithfully replicate the songs of one of our era’s most prolific and beloved singer/songwriters, Neil Young. Neil Young’s career spans an amazing five plus decades, from the seminal country rock sounds of Buffalo Springfield and super group Crosby, Stills, Nash and ...

Amythyst Kiah is one of the most compelling voices working in Americana right now, not because she fits neatly into the genre, but because she keeps stretching it. Her music draws from old-time roots, folk, rock, and soul, carried by a deep, resonant voice and guitar work that feels both ...

Robert Burke Warren is a musician, writer, actor, and teacher. His songs appear in movies, television, and on albums by Rosanne Cash, RuPaul, and rockabilly queen Wanda Jackson. As a globetrotting bassist in the pre-digital age, he toured extensively in an Econoline van. In the mid 90s, he played Buddy ...

Sam Grisman is a bassist and bandleader leading a commanding improvisational ensemble performing live acoustic music in the tradition shaped by Jerry Garcia and David Grisman and many others heroes. Known for deeply attuned interplay and dynamic performances, Sam Grisman Project brings together a rotating cast of exceptional musicians to ...

The Englishtown Project is a unique tribute to one of the most legendary concerts in rock history — the Grateful Dead’s epic 1977 show at Raceway Park in Englishtown, NJ. Formed by longtime New Riders of the Purple Sage member Michael Falzarano, the band revives the magic of that historic ...

With a commitment to the accurate reproduction of The Beatles' repertoire, The Fab Faux, featuring Jimmy Vivino, Rich Pagano, Frank Agnello, Jack Petruzzelli and new member, Jim Boggia treat the seminal music with unwavering respect and are known for their painstaking recreations of the songs (with emphasis on the later ...

With a commitment to the accurate reproduction of The Beatles' repertoire, The Fab Faux, featuring Jimmy Vivino, Rich Pagano, Frank Agnello, Jack Petruzzelli and new member, Jim Boggia treat the seminal music with unwavering respect and are known for their painstaking recreations of the songs (with emphasis on the later ...

NMA started by brother Luther and Cody Dickinson in 1996 as a loose collective of musicians from their North Mississippi home inspired by their father Jim Dickinson as well as neighbors and musical elders of their community; RL Burnside, Junior Kimbrough, Otha Turner and Fred McDowell. Luther’s first national tour was ...

The Tull Project is a powerful live concert experience built around the essential repertoire of Jethro Tull — eclectic, melodic, and rhythmically intricate. From intimate, folk-tinged passages to driving electric arrangements, the program reflects the full dynamic range of Tull’s most influential years. With virtuosic, flute-driven performance at its core, the ...

Patty Larkin Patty Larkin is a visionary singer-songwriter whose work lives at the intersection of guitar mastery, poetic storytelling, and emotional depth. Hailed as “riveting” by the Chicago Tribune and “drop-dead brilliant” by Performing Songwriter, she has spent over three decades redefining what guitar-driven songwriting can be, blending technical brilliance with ...

Patty Larkin is a visionary singer-songwriter whose work lives at the intersection of guitar mastery, poetic storytelling, and emotional depth. Hailed as “riveting” by the Chicago Tribune and “drop-dead brilliant” by Performing Songwriter, she has spent over three decades redefining what guitar-driven songwriting can be, blending technical brilliance with soul-forward ...

Story Born from the tragedy of 9/11, the Tunnel to Towers Foundation carries forward a legacy of courage and heroism. Built upon the mantra, “While we have time, LET US DO GOOD,” the Foundation supports our nation’s fallen and catastrophically injured first responders, military heroes and their families. Support the Tunnel ...

Start Making Sense The music of Talking Heads has excited, inspired, and healed folks worldwide since their first show at CBGB’s in 1975.If David Byrne is one of the geniuses of modern times, then Start Making Sense is a tribute to genius. The musicians in this seven-piece band celebrate the entire ...

DICE are one of those bands that make perfect sense the second you picture them onstage. The Perth four-piece deal in punchy indie rock with bright guitars, urgent rhythm, and the kind of choruses that pull a room together fast. There’s a sunlit streak running through the sound, but it’s ...

Los Lobos is one of those rare bands that has never had to flatten itself to fit a category. Over the years they have pulled rock and roll, blues, soul, folk, country, Tex-Mex, and Mexican folk traditions into a sound that feels completely their own: rooted, restless, and unmistakably human. That ...

The New York Times called Buffalo, NY-born Willie Nile "one of the most gifted singer-songwriters to emerge from the New York scene in years." Uncut Magazine called him “A one-man Clash” and “the unofficial poet laureate of New York City”. His album Streets Of New York was hailed as “a ...

Jesse Roper is a modern-day troubadour; a Canadian artist defined by his authenticity and adventurous spirit; guitar in hand and a grin on his face. Jesse, along with long-time bandmates the Pretty Good Band, has spent much of the last few years travelling the highways, byways and backroads of North ...

For over a decade now, Mullett has proven themselves time and time again to be THE Premier Rockers for Hair Band fanatics and lovers of Rock ‘n’ Roll all over the world. By delivering the best of the 1980’s in Big Hair and faithful renditions, Mullett recreates the vibe of ...

Following their SOLD OUT debut in 2025, we welcome back The Faster Things Band - Allman Brothers Tribute for another unforgettable night at FTC StageOne. The band has built a reputation for channeling the heart, fire, soul and improvisational spirit of the legendary Allman Brothers Band. Featuring exceptional vocal and instrumental ...

Inspired by the big band swing era, Django Reinhardt and the Quintette du Hot Club de France, absurd and macabre musical theater and early American folk music, Caravan of Thieves took shape in the hearts and minds of Fuzz and Carrie, the dynamic singing, strumming and songwriting musical duo who ...