Good morning Fairfield! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
See how much five Fairfield homes just sold for
Beloved Fairfield LGBTQ+ bar closes after 17 years of memories
What's planned for Fairfield's 2026 Harvest Market on Old Town Hall Green?
Also on today's calendar: Beginner-Friendly Square Dance Lessons and 27 more events.
Today's riddle: When geese fly, one side is longer than the other. do you know why that is ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Thursday: Humid, with a high of 79 and low of 68 degrees.
Friday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 82, low: 53.
Saturday: Partly sunny and cooler, with a high of 68 and low of 61 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Here Are 5 Of The Most Recent Property Sales In Fairfield (patch.com) — Recent Fairfield home sales show strong demand across price points, from a $400,000 Overlook Avenue condo to a $3.15 million Rowland Road estate. Per-square-foot prices highlight how even smaller or entry-level properties are commanding notable premiums in the local market.
2. Fairfield-Based LGBTQ+ Bar Abruptly Closes (patch.com) — Fairfield residents are reacting to the sudden closure of Trevi Lounge, the longtime LGBTQ+ bar on Kings Highway Cutoff that helped spark Fairfield Pride events and hosted popular karaoke and live music. Owner Katia Capozziello thanked staff, patrons, and local partners like Fairfield Center Stage, while the new Florida-based owner, Pride Holdings Group, has not yet said if or when the venue might reopen.
3. Date Set For 2026 Fairfield Harvest Market (patch.com) — Fairfield residents can mark their calendars for the 2026 Fairfield Harvest Market on Saturday, Oct. 17, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Old Town Hall Green. The free event will feature dozens of business and artisan vendors, food trucks, music, a Halloween costume dog parade, and giant pumpkin weight-guessing contests, with vendor spots still open for local businesses and pet-related services.
4. Officials offer safety tips after two people attacked by coyote in Fairfield (ctpost.com) — Two recent coyote attacks in Fairfield, including one bite, have prompted local police and state wildlife experts to urge residents to be extra cautious outdoors. They recommend leashing pets, never feeding coyotes, and using loud noises or thrown objects to scare them away without running. Authorities also ask residents to report any aggressive or possibly rabid animals immediately.
5. Fairfield homeowner blames town after Rooster River flooding (sheltonherald.com) — Severe weekend flooding along Fairfield's Rooster River left resident George Paci with about seven feet of water in his basement and renewed frustration over years of delayed mitigation work. Town officials say multiple detention basin and dredging projects totaling $8.2 million are finally moving forward and could cut flooding by 30 percent or more, while also pledging better emergency alerts for Fairfield residents.
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🪧 Patch Classifieds
Golf gear TaylorMade Burner irons, 4 - pitching wedge, gently used, new grips, $225; Titleist Pro V dozen new in box with unopened sleeves, $35; Callaway 300... (More info)
Learn How To Dance! Ballroom Lessons for Beginners. Ballroom Elegance Dance Studio of Westport CT offers beginners friendly Ballroom and Latin private dance lessons, classes and social dance parties... (More info)
Dance Education for Children and Teens Westport's Academy of Dance has been teaching children and teens in a safe and nurturing environment for over 50 years. Offering Classical Ballet,... (More info)
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Amybeth Laroche Will Actually REPRESENT Us in the State Senate —Bob MacGuffie Read on Patch
Extreme Weather & Coastal Resiliency Information Forum —Tony Hwang Read on Patch
State Senate Candidate Amybeth Laroche Won't Say Where She Works: What is She Hiding? —Fairfield Democrats Read on Patch
Rob Blanchard: Standing Up for Local Dairy Farms —Nicole Stanton Read on Patch
They're Writing the Rule About Who Gets to Ask Where the Water Goes —Emily Hau Read on Patch
Hello everyone! Sweet little Milo has been adopted by a wonderful family. Thank you all for your interest and support...another life saved! (Nextdoor Fairfield-Penfield Beach)
Beautiful Lillie is still looking for her Connecticut family. She's young, just under a year, healthy, heart worm negative, and spayed. We are working with her to get her the training she needs to make her a… (Nextdoor Fairfield-Penfield Beach)
Tailored Brands posted a job opening for Retail Sales Associate Part Time in Fairfield. Apply here.
MyJobsCorner posted a job opening for Ocean Export Jobs: Hiring Immediately! Full Time / Part Time - $18-$32/Hr in Bridgeport. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Fairfield here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: because there are more geese on that side (Thank you jo L. for sending it in!) Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!