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Pete Francis Takes Center Stage at Lachat Farm's New Offutt Center for Concert Series Debut, Oct 4.

New England native Pete Francis, best known as a founding member of the iconic indie band Dispatch, is bringing his soulful sound to Lachat Town Farm this Friday, October 4. The concert kicks off at 7 PM, and fans are in for an unforgettable evening as Francis shares his latest project, Neon Light Blind. This highly anticipated solo album, steeped in reggae and soul, features the artist's unique blend of heartfelt songwriting and rhythmic grooves, inspired by legends like Bob Marley and Van Morrison. 


Lachat is celebrating the event by giving FAD subscribers a 20% discount. Use the promo code FFDark when purchasing tickets to grab this special offer before it’s gone. 


Pete Francis’s career has been nothing short of extraordinary. Rising to fame in the late 1990s with Dispatch, Francis has continued to evolve as an artist, channeling his love for reggae and soul into his recent solo work. Neon Light Blind was recorded in Francis’s Connecticut studio, with contributions from his wife Katie and a talented backing band. The songs were co-written with Grant Michaels and were released Spring 2024 under Dubshot Records. 


Don’t miss the chance to see Pete Francis live at Lachat Town Farm this Friday—an intimate setting perfect for enjoying the magic of his music!  


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Pete Francis Takes Center Stage at Lachat Farm's New Offutt Center for Concert Series Debut, Oct 4.

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Julia Cole Takes Over The Palace Theatre Stamford – December 6.

By Cathy Ithier • December 2, 2025
Country fans, mark your calendars — Julia Cole is coming to The Palace Theatre Stamford on December 6, 2025, and this is one high-energy show you won’t want to miss. Please note: the originally scheduled September 27 & 28 performances have been rescheduled to December 6 , and all tickets from those dates will be honored. The show has also moved from the UpStage to the Mainstage and will remain general admission . Nashville recording artist Julia Cole continues her rapid rise as one of country music’s most empowering and influential new voices. With over 500 million streams , more than 2 million social followers , and a debut on the Grand Ole Opry , Julia’s star power is undeniable. She’s been named a CMT Next Woman of Country and featured on CMT, SiriusXM, Circle TV, CBS, The CW, and more. Blending authentic country storytelling with real-life moments, Julia’s musical journey began singing the national anthem at her high school volleyball games—eventually performing for NFL, MLB, MLS, NASCAR, and ESPN crowds of 75,000. She’s toured internationally, opening for major acts like Dierks Bentley, Dan + Shay, Jon Pardi, Carrie Underwood, Kenny Chesney, Kane Brown, The Chainsmokers, Lee Brice and more. 🎟️ Tickets are on sale now! Purchase here: palacestamford.org Don’t miss Julia Cole live at The Palace Theatre Stamford’s Mainstage!

Step Into the Roaring Twenties at SONO 1420’s Great Gatsby Party on Friday, December 5.

By Cathy Ithier • December 2, 2025
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Warm Up Your December with Aquila's December Jazz Fest: Three Days of Smooth Jazz, Great Food, and Fine Wine

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