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Penfield Pavillion

It’s that time of year and Spring has arrived! As such, the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce is happy to announce that its 24th Annual Fundraiser and Silent Auction/Wine event, the 2026 Spring Fling, is scheduled for April 29th, at the Penfield Pavilion!Open to the public, delicious appetizers and light bites will be served throughout the evening by local area restaurants: BE Chocolat; Crafted &amp; Catered; RyeBird; Saigon Snack Bar; Joylark Plant Kitchen &amp; Bar; Nordic Fish; Quattro Pazzi, Kelli's Kitchen, Geronimo's Tequila Bar and Southwest Grill, Catering by Christine and Mini Munch Sliders for a night of scrumptious cuisine.
Open bar serving wine, beer and soft drinks will be offered with each ticket purchase, plus a special Rosé Bar, featuring some of the most popular, new Rosé wines, sponsored by Mo’s Wine and Spirits – with chocolate pairings from BE Chocolat. Elicit Brewing Company (serving beer); Fifth State Distillery has created a signature cocktail for the event, The Blooming Spring, and will be on hand to share a tasting of their special recipe prepared with Fifth State Gin.We are opening the doors at the Penfield Pavilion, for everyone to come and enjoy the Fairfield Chamber’s signature annual fundraiser event! This refreshing celebration of spring is perfect for business owners &amp; clients, friends’ night out, or for friends, family, and colleagues to shake off winter blues and embrace the warmth of spring! 
Featured items:
·50+ Silent Auction Items
·Rosé Garden &amp; Chocolate pairings (Mo’s Wine &amp; Spirits/BE Chocolate)
·Caviar (Nordic Fish) 
·Bourbon Tastings (Next Century Spirits)
·Delicious food tastings:&nbsp;BE Chocolat; Crafted &amp; Catered; RyeBird; Saigon Snack Bar; Joylark Plant Kitchen &amp; Bar; Nordic Fish; Quattro Pazzi, Kelli's Kitchen, Geronimo's Tequila Bar and Southwest Grill, Catering by Christine and Mini Munch Sliders
·Beer Pourings: Elicit Brewing Co
·Signature Event Drink: Fifth State DistilleryNew Sponsor This Year—so Exciting!
In partnership with Sacred Heart University Discovery Science Center and Planetarium, there will be two telescopes outside on the deck, ready to view the planets &amp; stars when the sun sets at 7:48pm. Assistance provided by Mateo Andres an Educator from Discovery, and his associates, Sarah &amp; Natasha. Sky viewing will end at 9:00pm.


Details:
<ul>
 <ul>
 <li>Event: The 2026&nbsp; Spring Fling: 24th Annual Fundraiser and Silent Auction &amp; Wine Tasting.</li>
 <li>Date: Thursday, April 29th</li>
 <li>Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM</li>
 <li>Location: Penfield Pavilion, 323 Fairfield Beach Road, Fairfield, CT </li>
 <li>Tickets: Open to the public. Walk in’s welcome. </li>
 <ul>
 <li>$65 Chamber Members</li>
 <li>$75 Non-members</li>
 <li>Ticket price includes open bar (wine, beer and soft drinks), signature drink tasting, and restaurant lite bites. </li>
 </ul>For questions contact the Chamber office at 203-255-1011 or emailing Katelyn Thaler at Katelyn@FairfieldCTChamber.com
 </ul>
</ul>

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Times (approximate):&nbsp;8:30am - 7:30pm
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Pop Shop Market is bringing its signature elevated shopping experience to Fairfield with a special&nbsp;Pre-Mother’s Day Market, featuring a thoughtfully curated pop-up event spotlighting small local businesses.

Sunday, May 3rd&nbsp;from&nbsp;12:00 PM to 5:00 PM&nbsp;at&nbsp;Elicit Brewing Co. in Fairfield, where vendors will be set up in the&nbsp;biergarten and rear parking lot, creating a lively, open-air shopping atmosphere.

Perfectly timed for seasonal gifting, guests can shop for&nbsp;Mother’s Day, graduations, teacher appreciation gifts, or simply treat themselves while discovering unique, high-quality products from local entrepreneurs.
Parking Information:
<ul><li>Fairfield (Elicit Brewing Co.):&nbsp;A large on-site parking lot is available, with additional free parking in the nearby train station commuter lot.</li></ul>
Pop Shop Market continues its mission of creating vibrant community-driven shopping experiences that&nbsp;support and celebrate small local businesses.
Guests are encouraged to come enjoy the day, discover new brands, and shop local.
Event Details:
<ul><li>Sunday, May 3 Elicit Brewing Co., Fairfield | 12 PM – 5 PM</li></ul>
Admission is free!
For more information, vendor inquiries, or updates, please visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.popshopmarketct.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">[website]</a>&nbsp;or follow along on social media.
 For media inquiries or additional information, please contact:
Ashley Kane Daley Founder, Pop Shop
<a href="mailto:Ashleydaley@popshopmarket.com" target="_blank">Ashleydaley@popshopmarket.com</a>
Instagram @popshopmarket
Facebook @popshopct

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