Sandy Hook/Newtown, CT: Aquila’s Nest Vineyards has another busy week ahead with FREE live music, food trucks, wine pairings, DJ Bingo, comedy and more. Whether you're looking for a casual night of wine and music or something a little different, there’s plenty happening at the vineyard. Thursday, September 24 Start the weekend early with FREE live music from Dr. Neil from 5:30–8:30 PM , with Feeling Saucy Pasta Food Truck on-site. Thursday Happy Hour also features 20% off wine by the glass, slushies, sangrias and mocktails from 4–6 PM. Friday, September 25 Friday’s ticketed experiences include a Brownies & Wine Pairing , Brie Blossom Foodie Night and Speed Dating for ages 25–39. Or simply grab a glass of wine and enjoy FREE live music from Round Two Duo from 5:30–8:30 PM , with The Crepe Hut Round serving up Friday’s food. Saturday, September 26 Saturday brings a Mini Fall Pies & Wine Pairing , followed by FREE live music with Acoustic Mafia from 2:30–5:30 PM. Taste of Mediterranean and Greek Crave food trucks will also be on-site. At 6:30 PM, turn back the clock with the ticketed Back to School 80s & 90s DJ Bingo. Sunday, September 27 Finish the weekend with Plant Bingo and a Cheesecakes & Wine Pairing. RAE Duo performs FREE from 2–5 PM , with Cousins Maine Lobster and The Mason Jar Exchange serving up Sunday’s food. Then at 7 PM, Aquila’s wraps up the weekend with a ticketed Comedy Night inside the tasting room. Wine, Food & FREE Music All Weekend From wine pairings and food trucks to DJ Bingo, comedy and FREE live music Thursday through Sunday, Aquila’s Nest Vineyards has plenty of reasons to visit this week. Aquila’s Nest Vineyards | 56 Pole Bridge Road | Sandy Hook/Newtown, CT Ticketed experiences can fill up, so reserve early. 👉 CLICK HERE FOR AQUILA’S NEST VINEYARDS’ FULL SCHEDULE & EVENT DETAILS

Stamford, CT: Looking for some good laughs this week? New York Comedy Club Stamford has a packed lineup heading into the weekend, with Gareth Reynolds taking the stage Thursday night, followed by four shows with W. Kamau Bell on Friday and Saturday — plus even more comedy throughout the weekend. Thursday Night: Gareth Reynolds The laughs get started Thursday, September 24 at 7 PM with internationally touring comedian Gareth Reynolds , best known as co-host of the hit podcast The Dollop alongside Dave Anthony. Reynolds has worked across television, film, podcasts and stand-up, with credits including New Girl, Arrested Development, I’m Sorry, You’re the Worst and Maron. His debut stand-up album, Riddled With Disease, reached No. 1 on the Billboard comedy charts. W. Kamau Bell Takes Over Friday & Saturday The weekend brings W. Kamau Bell to Stamford with his latest stand-up show, Who’s With Me? Bell, a stand-up comedian and filmmaker, is widely known as the former host and executive producer of CNN’s five-time Emmy Award-winning United Shades of America. His return to stand-up mixes observations, questions and plenty of humor as he takes on life in today’s hectic world. And Fairfield County comedy fans have four chances to catch him : Friday, September 25: 7 PM & 9:30 PM Saturday, September 26: 7 PM & 9:30 PM The Friday & Saturday 7 PM premium seating is already sold out , while tickets remain available for other seating categories and performances as of September 23. Start Saturday with Some Early Laughs Want to get your comedy fix before dinner? Early Bird Comedy hits the stage Saturday, September 26 at 4:30 PM . The showcase brings together a host and a lineup of comedians, giving audiences that classic comedy-club experience where several different styles of stand-up share the same stage. Make It a Comedy Night in Stamford From Gareth Reynolds on Thursday to four opportunities to see W. Kamau Bell Friday and Saturday, there are plenty of reasons to add some laughs to your weekend plans.  New York Comedy Club Stamford 230 Tresser Blvd., Stamford, CT Check out the complete lineup and grab your tickets directly from New York Comedy Club Stamford — popular performances can fill up quickly.