Peter Frampton joined a long list of musical legends — from Willie Nelson and Cyndi Lauper to Smokey Robinson and Buckwheat Zydeco — when he headlined last night’s Levitt Pavilion annual fundraiser.
(Photo/Dinkin Fotografix)
The guitarist/singer’s show came alive, with — among other things — great graphics and a light show.
Peter Frampton (far right). He has inclusion body myositis, which prevents him from standing while performing. (Photo/Susan Garment)
(Photo/Susan Garment)
The pre-party, at Don Memo and Walrus Alley, drew a large crowd of fans and town officials.
Westport singer/songwriter Drew Angus — a popular Levitt Pavilion performer himself — was at the Peter Frampton pre-party. (Photo/Dan Woog)
The party and concert capped off a jam-packed weekend of Westport fundraisers, including Kristin Chenoweth at the Westport Country Playhouse, HarvestFest at Wakeman Town Farm, the Westport Weston Chamber of Commerce’s Slice of Saugatuck, and Band Aid for the Westport Volunteer Emergency Medical Services at Cedar Point Yacht Club.
Next week brings the Westport Rotary Club’s LobsterFest at Compo Beach, and the Westport Downtown Association’s annual Westoberfest.
Part of the Walrus Alley spread. (Photo/Dinkin Fotografix)
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Kristin Schneeman and Liz Milwe — backers of Westport’s leaf blower regulations — have put up lawn signs reminding residents that gas blowers restrictions run through October 15.
“While this summer wasn’t perfect,” Kristin says, she perceived “significantly less gas leaf blower usage, which has been amazing.
“But after Labor Day it’s ticking up a bit. We want to remind folks that it’s electric-only for a few more weeks.”
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Westporters will soon have another dining spot on Church Lane.
Coming soon to Bedford Square, near The Blondinit: Crêpes Choupette.
(Photo and hat tip/Sal Liccione)
This is their third location. There are Choupettes already in Darien and New Haven.
The “fabrication traditonelle” (which means “small-scale production” crêperie) joins — in addition to the Israeli restaurant — Mrs. London’s Bakery, Spotted Horse, Pink Sumo and Emmy Squared.
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Next Sunday (September 22, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.), Blau House & Gardens hosts a special children’s event, with author/illustrator Guy Billout.
He’ll read and sign copies of “The Frog Who Wanted to See the Sea.” There’s also a garden scavenger hunt (recommended for ages 3-8).
Tickets ($25 per family) include a signed book and scavenger hunt. Additional copies can be reserved. Click here for tickets, and more information.
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The spectacular moon drew plenty of photographers this weekend.
Jay Babina — a freshman at Manhattanville College — took these shots on Friday and Saturday nights, from his Westport yard. He then created this collage.
He took both without a telescope. He used a 20-year-oldl Nikon D200, with a zoom lens.
Jay says, “I think it’s impressive how such an old camera can still take such quality photos. It’s also very Star Wars-looking.”
(Photo and collage/Jay Babina)
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When Johanna Keyser Rossi saw today’s “Westport … Naturally” feature — milkweed pods shedding their seeds at Sherwood Island State Park’s West Beach — she thought, “usually I see only a few at a time. This is so good for the future of our monarch butterflies.”
(Photo/Johanna Keyser Rossi)
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And finally … Tito Jackson, an original member with his siblings of the Jackson 5 who then went on to a solo career, died yesterday. He was 70, and suffered a heart attack.
Click here for a full obituary.
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Peter Frampton was spectacular. I loved him growing up, but I didn’t remember that he was such an accomplished guitarist, but Jeff did. It truly was an amazing show and the band was incredible. Loved the deep deep grooves to feel and move to. Our dear friend, JD Dworkow and lifetime Westporter, and close friend of Peters, took us backstage and the whole band was so friendly and happy to be playing in the band; some members have been with him for 15 to 20 years. It was truly a joyful band and that starts at the top and we as an audience benefits from that. Peter is so warm and genuine. Still floating this morning.
On another subject, how do I get one of those gas blower signs?
Thanks Liz!! Our Landscaper switched to electric blowers and just charges us a very small monthly fee because it takes a little longer to get the job done. But it was quite simple to do and follow if you put a little bit of care into solving the simple matter to care about your neighbors. 💜🎶💜
I appreciate the signs that Kristin Schneeman and Liz Milwe have created. I also have noticed a distinct increase in leaf blower activity since around Labor Day. I began to wonder if the October 15 date I remembered was even correct.
I have felt uncomfortable in mentioning the use of gas powered blowers to two different lawn care companies in our neighborhood but in both cases it was a very positive experience.
In one case, the worker was actually riding a loud lawn mover with the blade up to blow leaves off a driveway. I smiled and asked him what he was doing. He pointed to another worker with a battery powered blower. I said “exactly” he got the message and smiled.
Last week I heard the familiar whine and mentioned it to the head guy and home owner, neither of them said they were aware of the regulations. The lawn care worker said he would buy an electric blower.
I have had friends tell me they didn’t feel comfortable mentioning it to their lawn companies. I reminded them they were paying for the services. I feel that home owners should bear the responsibility to inform the companies. Here’s to another beautiful month for sitting outside and listening to the leaves fall.
Jerry
Although i support these ladies and their mission to curtail gas back pack blowers i wonder what town they live in? Cant be Westport. I am driving around our town daily and yet to see a landscaper NOT using a gas blower. From the Compo shopping center were at least 4 men used gas blowers to the beautiful homes surrounding the beach, to my own neighbors, the noise and pollution continues. This ordinance with its good intention has proven from day 1 that without any enforcement its worthless. You’ll ticket a car parked at Longshore without a beach sticker but this you will ignore. Makes no sense
This year was pretty good with adherence to the leaf blower rule, next year will be better and fairly soon, all will adhere to this fine regulation. Thanks Kristin, Liz and many, many others who worked long and hard for this rule.
Kristin and Liz,
Thinking of you every morning at the beach when I see the parks and rec team using gas powered blowers to remove sand from walkways.
If you are looking for a reason why distrust in government at all levels is at an all time high, look no further than this ban which exempts all town facilities. A downright embarassment for this town. Along with the bulldozing of the Community Gardens, we are certainly a class act.
I keep hearing this about the town. The amount of area the town has to maintain is vast unlike the area of a homeowner. It is an unreasonable and impractical for the town to conduct its maintenance to the same manner as a home owner.
And the landscapers have multiple properties to address in an efficient manner. While this is a great idea … the power and battery life is just not there ….yet…
I have nothing but positive feedback from homeowners and contractors on our street off North Avenue. Only one of 12 houses have not complied. I gave written notice of the new ordinance to homeowners and spoken with contractors, who do complain about the cost of batteries and their limited endurance, but have adhered. Much quieter. Bravo Zulu to both ladies who have fought for this. If one would read the ordinance, town workers are exempt from the ordinance.