Weekend Events + Zoo Mayoral Race: Bridgeport News

Welcome back, Bridgeport. Here's all the local news, events, and community posts you need for Saturday, Nov. 20.

First, today's weather:

Partly sunny. High: 47 Low: 42.

Here are the top stories today in Bridgeport:

1. Bridgeport Area Weekend Events: Check Out What's Happening: Here are the most interesting things to do this weekend in and around the Bridgeport area. (Bridgeport Patch)
2. Harry the Guinea Hog Piglet wins Beardsley Zoo mayoral race: The Beardsley Zoo officially has a mayor. (WTNH.com)
3. Bridgeport Resident Wins Big Lottery Prize: A Bridgeport resident recently purchased a winning lottery ticket, according to the Connecticut Lottery. (Bridgeport Patch)
4. Police: Catalytic converters stolen from 28 Trumbull school buses (CT Post)

Today in Bridgeport:

• St. John’s Carpatho-Russian Orthodox Church christmas Fair (10:00 AM)

Bridgeport Patch Notebook

• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "CAT OF THE DAY! Bob! Bob is a staff-favorite for his sparkling and funny personality. He is a chill sorta dude who is happy to roll over and lure you into belly rubs (and we know how those go with cats!). We usually give him an ear scrat..." (Facebook)
• BridgeportLibrary: "Library News - The Native Northeast Portal, memoir writing and more! Thanksgiving holiday modified hours and closures: https://conta.cc/3Fr1c7E" (Facebook)
• City of Bridgeport, CT - Government: "Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater DRIVE-THROUGH HOLIDAY LIGHTS SPECTACULAR presented by St. Vincent’s Medical Center NOW OPEN! #Bridgeport #BPT200 #holiday2021" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, Connecticut Animal Control: "Watch out for these fall hazards- remember mushrooms are also thriving this time of year! Always supervise your dog outside and check any fenced play areas for hazards before letting your dog loose!" (Facebook)
• BridgeportLibrary: "For Bridgeport history, check out the Bridgeport History Center https://bit.ly/3jab7nH_Bridgeport_History_Center" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport, CT Fire Department: "Thinking of deep-frying a turkey....here are a few safety tips." (Facebook)
• Bridgeport Public Schools: "PFIZER Vaccine for Children ages 5-11 is now available. For more information, call 203-696-3260" (Facebook)
• City of Bridgeport, CT - Government: "Happening now! Meals for those who need ot" (Facebook)
• Bridgeport YMCA: "Sunshine has been shown to help the body produce the mood-boosting hormone, serotonin. So if you feel anxious or tense, and the weather cooperates, try getting a little outside time! #happiness #sunlight ☀" (Facebook)

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• Garage Sale (November 20)
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• St. John’s Carpatho-Russian Orthodox Church christmas Fair (November 20)
• Holiday Train Shows - Boothe Memorial Railway Society (November 20)
• Magic Of Motown (November 20)
• The Shakespeare Market (November 21)
• Free Virtual College Planning Workshop (November 22)
• Celebrate Thanksgiving With 15 Percent Off Floral Centerpieces (November 26)
• Westport's Academy of Dance: The Nutcracker (November 27)
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