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Walt Willey at Jokers Wild

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 17:38:27 GMT

You may know him best as Jackson Montgomery on the ABC soap, All My Children, but Walt Willey is also a stand-up comedian who is performing this weekend in New Haven.

Daffodil Days

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 15:53:07 GMT

You can brighten someone's day with daffodils and help out a good cause. The American Cancer Society's Daffodil Days is going on now.

Oscar Night

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 17:36:27 GMT

The Connecticut Aids Resource Coalition is hosting its third annual Oscar Night charity event.

A Look at the Three Stooges

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 16:24:36 GMT

Slapstick comedy was their hallmark and now we're getting a closer look at the Three Stooges.

The Luke Mulholland Band

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 17:03:41 GMT

The Luke Mulholland Band joined News Channel 8 @ Noon to perform their latest hit and talk about their tour.

Baked Alaskan

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 16:43:36 GMT

Dave Foster from Foster's Restaurant in New Haven joined News Channel 8 @ Noon with a recipe for Baked Alaskan.

Warm carpaccio of Irish Smoked Salmon

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:27:02 GMT

Chef James O'Shea from the West Street Grill in Litchfield joined News Channel 8 @ Noon with a recipe for warm carpaccio of Irish Smoked Salmon with avocado oil and a pomegranate vinaigrette.

Getting married? Get a gown for $100

Thu, 12 Feb 2009 15:56:45 GMT

Calling all brides-to-be! You can find the gown of your dreams at an event in Milford this month.

6th Annual Dorothy Awards

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 17:22:07 GMT

The 6th Annual Dorothy Awards recognizes those who are making a difference in the gay and lesbian community.

The Harlem Globetrotters

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 15:52:05 GMT

The world famous Harlem Globetrotters are coming to Connecticut in February and March.

Gran'daddy's V-Day oven done ribs

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 16:45:48 GMT

Gran’daddy’s Oven Done Valentines Day Baby Back Rib’s

Leeway Gala: Jazz at the Q

Mon, 09 Feb 2009 18:19:47 GMT

Next weekend you can enjoy a night of great jazz and help those living with AIDS and HIV.

Cartoonist and singer Guy Gilchrist

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 18:42:40 GMT

He is a Connecticut cartoonist who is branching out into the world of country music. Guy Gilchrist runs a cartoon academy in Simsbury and has penned cartoons including "Nancy" and "The Muppets", and now he's gone country.

Dr. Lori appraisals at Home Show

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 17:00:21 GMT

Dr. Lori is a certified antiques appraiser with the Ph.D. in art history, and she'll be appraising your antiques at the Home Show in Bridgeport this weekend.

Save the Dream of Homeownership

Thu, 05 Feb 2009 17:44:51 GMT

With home sales down dramatically and foreclosures on the rise, one agency is trying to do something about homeowners' mortgage troubles.

Shrimp Ala Orange

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 17:02:15 GMT

Freddie Doyle from Connecticut Shellfish Company and John Bencivengo from the Chowder Pot III joined News Channel 8 @ Noon with a recipe for Shrimp Ala Orange.

Romeo's Bolognese

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 17:53:34 GMT

Traditionally it is a big no-no by Italian standards to use jarred sauce, so we are making our own. Romeo Simeone from Romeo and Cesare's Gourmet Shoppe in New Haven shares his recipe for Bolognese, a meat-based sauce for pasta, that originated in Bologna, Italy.

'Coming Home' at Long Wharf Theatre

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 16:20:23 GMT

A brand new play from the man the New York Times calls "the greatest English speaking playwright since Shakespeare" is opening up at the Long Wharf Theater in New Haven.

Go Red For Women

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 16:15:59 GMT

The American Heart Association is gearing up for the biggest pajama party in Connecticut. It's part of the Go Red For Women campaign that helps raise awareness of heart disease and women.

Ticket to Ride at the Shubert Theater

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 15:31:20 GMT

If you love The Beatles, the Shubert Theater is the place to be this weekend. Ticket to Ride - The Ultimate Beatles Experience will play a limited engagement Friday and Saturday night.

Finding the Right Fit for Women

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 17:39:58 GMT

In this dismal economy, a local entrepreneur is training women to supplement their income and make the extra money they desperately need.

Double Chocolate Biscotti

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 17:27:08 GMT

Maria Sanchez from Sweet Maria's bakery joined News Channel 8 @ Noon with a recipe for her double chocolate biscotti. Sweet Maria's will be one of the vendors at the Chocolate Lovers Expo this weekend in Southbury.

Light Super Bowl favorites

Tue, 27 Jan 2009 17:43:20 GMT

Super Bowl Sunday is not just about the big game or the commercials, it's also about the food. Patty Alexander from Weight Watchers joined News Channel 8 @ Noon with a recipe for a low-fat Super Bowl favorite.

Foster's Game Dinner

Tue, 27 Jan 2009 16:04:26 GMT

Foster's Restaurant in New Haven is holding their 10th annual Game Dinner this Thursday night. Dave Foster prepared the featured dessert, S’more crème brûlée, on News Channel 8 @ Noon.

Tilapia from Foe

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 17:59:43 GMT

Alfonso Iaderosa and Michael Kopstein from Foe in Branford joined News Channel 8 @ Noon with a recipe for tilapia.

Kenyon Custom cook tops and grills

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 16:48:49 GMT

Phil Williams from Kenyon International joined News Channel 8 @ Noon to talk about the custom grills and cook tops that are manufactured right here in Connecticut.

Super Bowl with Texas Roadhouse

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 18:49:21 GMT

Texas Roadhouse joined News Channel 8 @ Noon with a sampling of platters that would be perfect for your Super Bowl bash.

The Cupcake Truck

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 18:41:32 GMT

The Cupcake Truck is a little mobile bakeshop in the New Haven area.

Business space in East Norwalk

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 18:14:21 GMT

A Norwalk landlord says he has a win-win plan that will give some struggling businesses a place to survive and help fill some empty office space.

First Ladies and the Fourth Estate

Thu, 22 Jan 2009 18:04:08 GMT

A very timely book by a Connecticut author is gaining attention. It's called "First Ladies and the Fourth Estate: Press Framing of Presidential Wives" and the author, Lisa Burns, joined News Channel 8 @ Noon to talk about the book.