Serving pizza for over 40 years in its original location, Pappas can afford to give its customers a break. So when you buy five pizzas, the sixth is free. In addition to pizza, Pappas also serves a variety of Greek specialties, salads, grinders and pastas. The ambiance at Pappas is best described as casual. Corporate orders are welcome.

Hours of Operation:
Monday - Sunday 11:00am - 10:00pm

Pappas Pizza
201 Main St,
Stamford, CT 06901

(203) 324-7800

Join us at the 35th annual Westport Fine Arts Festival where you will see diverse artwork by 140 artists from the US and Canada. Hear great live music and see dance performances on our music stage. Participate in art activities for kids and adults, meet new friends, and see old friends.

You will find the expanded Fine Arts Festival in downtown Westport along the beautiful Saugatuck River from the Post Road at the Ruth Steinkraus Cohen Bridge, along the Parker Harding Plaza “express lane,” and across Gorham Island. The new site, moving from Main Street, will create a traffic-free oasis of art and nature.

Walk across the bridge to visit our gallery at 51 Riverside Avenue and continue the fun with an arts ’scavenger hunt’ at the 2008 Solos Show — a sharp and fresh exhibition that showcases significant new work by emerging and mid-career artists from Connecticut.

Saturday, July 19 from 9am - 6pm
and Sunday, July 20 from 10am - 6pm

Live stage schedule:

Saturday
11:00 Musical Theatre of CT
12:00 Wiggins Sisters
1:00 New Artist Showcase (featuring 4 students from the community: Will Richardson, Taber Onthank, Joe Berg, Ellen Kempner)
2:00 Open Book
3:00 Chi Dance
4:00 Cafe Musette
6:30-8:30 Steve Lowenthal plays at the Artist’s Awards Dinner

Sunday
11:00 Dan Bonis
12:00 Dylan O’Connor
1:00 Amy Berkson
2:00 The Veltz Family
3:00 Jaymay
4:00 Too Blue

The Westport Arts Center booth will also have a free give-away… come visit!

The Westport Arts Center is proud to be a sponsor of the 35th Annual Downtown Merchant’s Association’s Westport Fine Arts Festival, and helped coordinate the jury for the festival booths and judging the winners.

Located in the Springdale section of Stamford for over 30 years, Amore Restaurant is a popular destination for diners seeking authentic, regional Italian cuisine. Classy decor and a welcoming, social atmosphere combine to create the perfect setting for all occasions.

Patrons can choose from traditional menu staples of pasta, meat, seafood and gourmet pizza, or opt for a more exotic specialty dish featuring delicacies of wild boar, ostrich and venison. Additional distinctive offerings of the house include orata, bronzino and Dover sole as well as homemade pasta alla chitarra and tagliatelle. An extensive wine list and freshly made desserts compliment every dining experience.

Family owned and operated by the Carozza Family, former owners of Stamford-based Il Mulino and La Fontanella restaurants, Amore is happy to offer accommodations for groups, large parties and special events, including corporative dining for up to 80 people. There is ample parking on the premises, and all menu offerings are available for take-out. Open seven days a week, the restaurant serves lunch and dinner Monday through Friday and dinner on Saturday and Sunday. Reservations are accepted.

Amore
921 Hope St,
Stamford, CT 06907
(203) 357-0836

Visit Amore Website

Stamford was signed over to European settlers in July of 1640, and has been home to a mixed bag of historic landmarks, happenings and people ever since. Originally called Rippowam by the natives, the city has transformed itself in many ways not limited to its name. Signs of change in Stamford are visible; from new developments and renewal projects, to historic buildings still standing in the city, to a meticulous historical society determined to maintain the city’s old-world integrity and charm. Stamford has a rich history still available for you to see—you need only know where to look. Those of you traveling by foot may want to stroll Stamford’s South-End historic district, bordered by Penn Central railroad tracks, Stamford Canal, Woodland Cemetery, and Washington Boulevard. For information about other sites in Stamford, be sure to contact the city’s historic center (information listed below).

Stamford Historic Center
http://www.stamfordhistory.org
1508 High Ridge Road
Stamford, CT 06903
(203) 329-1183
First stop on any tour of Stamford’s historic sites is the Stamford Historic Center, established in 1901, where you can treat yourself to some of the most knowledgeable historians in the area. Through September, you can also catch the organization’s current art exhibit, “The Lost Streets of Stamford”, which takes visitors on a visual tour of photographs documenting streets destroyed in Stamford’s urban downtown redevelopment plan, begun in 1952. Visit the center’s Web site for information on upcoming exhibits, volunteer opportunities, and more.

Sterling Farms
http://www.sterlingfarmsgc.com
1349 Newfield Ave.
Stamford, CT 06905
(203) 461-9090
Sterling Farms is an interesting example of urban renewal—and one of the best places in Stamford to sample delicious seafood. Once a 144-acre dairy farm servicing Stamford, the property now houses an 18-hole public golf facility.

Oliver Street Bridge
This iron lenticular truss bridge was built in 1887 by Berline Iron Bridge Company, and marks the site where Mill River, a small stream, was dammed to provide Stamford with additional water.

Old Town Hall
http://www.cityofstamford.org/apps/oldtownhall/default.asp
Atlantic Street
Stamford, CT
Stamford’s Old Town Hall has stood unoccupied for almost 20 years. Built in 1905, the grand space includes murals, sculptures, intricate architecture and design, and is a registered Historic Landmark. The space received multiple grants for renovations and improvements—finalized plans are still in the works.

The Hoyt Barnum House
http://www.stamfordhistory.org/hbh.htm
713 Bedford Street
Stamford, CT
Visits by appointment only
(203) 329-1183
The Hoyt Barnum House represents post-1675 American building architecture. Completed in 1699, the farmhouse was home to one Samuel Hoyt, a blacksmith who died in 1738. The building is listed as a National Historic Landmark and is today owned and operated by the Stamford Historical Society. The home is made of wood; the fireplaces from clay, animal hair and straw.

Fort Stamford
900 Westover Rd
Stamford, CT 06902
Referring to this site as “Fort Stamford” is a misnomer; in fact, the original fort is no longer, now replaced by a beautiful garden, wisteria trellis, Italianate balustrade, and vast lawns. Many efforts are underway, led by the Fort Stamford Preservation Coalition, to restore the historical aspects of the site; a continuation from efforts started in 1974 to study the fort’s remains.
Three hundred men manned an earthworks operation there under General David Waterbury’s command from 1781 to 1783; the location gave those stationed at the fort clear views of the Long Island Sound.

Soldiers and Sailors Monument
St. John’s Park
Main, Grove, and Elm streets
Stamford, CT
At 34 feet tall and at a cost in 1920 of more than $50,000, the Soldiers and Sailors Monument is a testament to Stamford’s residents and their commitment to honoring those who fought for the United States in war from 1641 to 1918—4,400 names are inscribed on the structure. This is one of the largest war memorials in Connecticut. Soldiers and Sailors is in the center of St. John’s Park, which was, at its beginning, nestled amidst a residential neighborhood. The park is now flanked by Stamford’s high rises. The monument is modeled after the Choragic monument in Athens, Greece.

European cities and towns have historically used the pub crawl (or “gin” or “beer” crawl) as a social networking tool for people living in or visiting a certain area. Pub crawls, by design, blend communities, tourists, landmarks, and (of course!) drinking by guiding revelers along a given route to enjoy brief visits at a number of watering holes offering food, drink, entertainment, and unrivaled atmosphere. It’s a great way to reacquaint yourself with the place in which you live, or an excellent way to sample local fare and meet a lot of interesting people.

Spanning less than half a mile along Main Street, the below bars offer one of the best concentrations of excellent pubs in Stamford. From plasma televisions showing round-the-clock sporting events to island décor to outdoor patios, a few even have free wireless (not that you’ll be doing any work!), dart boards, and pool tables. And full menus to boot!

So grab some friends, and spend your next happy hour checking out some of the best spots Stamford has to offer. But be sure to call for a cab to get home!

1. Tiernan’s Bar & Restaurant
www.tiernansbar.com
187 Main St.
Stamford, CT 06877
(203) 353-8566
Starting the pub crawl off on an appropriately Irish foot, we begin with Tiernan’s; noted for its wide selection of delicious imported beers and reputation for being the best venue for rock in Fairfield County. Sample the delicious Irish fare, enjoy live entertainment Thursdays through Saturdays, surf the Internet with Tiernan’s free wireless access, bask on the outdoor patio, or park yourself in front of one of eight plasma televisions. Happy hour runs 5-7 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, and there is never a cover charge.

2. Bobby Valentine’s
www.bobbyv.com
225 Main St.
Stamford, CT 06901
(203) 348-0010
Bobby Valentine’s has it all: award-winning wings (half-price from 4-7 p.m. Monday through Friday!), Wednesday-night karaoke from 9 p.m.—close, and discounted drinks during the week from 4-7 p.m. The sports bar is a shrine to the pub’s owner, Bobby Valentine, who was born in Stamford and managed the New York Mets until 2002. The place is chock-full of baseball memorabilia and sports fans crowded around large televisions anytime a game is on.

3. Black Bear Saloon
http://www.blackbearstamford.com
261 Main Street Fl 1
Stamford, CT
(203) 324-4448
On Monday nights at the Black Bear, enjoy $5 cocktails (your choice) from 8 p.m.—close.  They’ve got live DJs Thursdays through Saturdays, plasma television screens for you sports fans, a regular and late-night menu, and this great offer: You can host your own happy hour with $2 mixed drinks, beer and wine for your co-workers and friends any Tuesday through Saturday evening. Best part? You’re already at the right address for our last stop at Hula Hanks. Just walk upstairs!

4. Hula Hanks Stamford
www.hulahanks.com
261 Main St,
Stamford, CT 06901
(203) 316-0278
Hula Hanks, a 4,000-square-foot, tropical island-themed, dual-level pub with three bars, a covered outdoor patio, full menu, plasma and big-screen televisions, and live DJs on the weekends will be difficult to tear yourself away from. You’ll likely want to stay at this spot all night, what with its interesting island décor and “Hurricane Happy Hours” every Tuesday through Saturday. The good news is, you can stay as long as you like! This is the perfect denouement to your Main Street pub crawl. Just be sure to pace yourself—and watch out for those shot girls!

Even if you’ve lived in Stamford for several years, like me, there’s still probably a lot you don’t know about the city.

To better educate myself and everyone else about this great city we live in, I decided to check out Stamford’s Wikipedia page and get a history lesson from the Internet’s most informative (and least reliable) source. Because even if you’ve lived somewhere your whole life, there’s bound to be something you don’t know. For example, you probably know that many filmmakers are coming to Stamford to take advantage of Connecticut’s tax rate, but did you know that pop star Rihanna often takes up residence in Stamford when recording in New York City? Oh, you did know that? Alright, stalker. Here are ten more interesting facts about the city of Stamford…

1. Stamford is consistently ranked as one of the safest cities in America with a population of 100,000 or greater. In 2006, it was the 9th safest city in the country, according to the FBI. Several other nearby towns, such as Greenwich, Darien and New Canaan, are also very safe. Bridgeport ranked… well, actually, there’s no official numbers for Bridgeport. They did send a guy there to measure the city’s safety, but he got shot.
2. In the late 1600s, a famous witch trial took place in Stamford. Wikipedia describes it as “less fanatical and smaller-scale” than the infamous Salem Witch Trials. See, in Connecticut we just go out and take care of our business. Not like those Massachusetts people, who need to make a spectacle out of everything.
3. Stamford is a hotbed for the arts, and home to many theaters. Of course there are the movie theaters downtown, but there’s also the Stamford Theatre Works on Strawberry Hill, Curtain Call on Sterling, and the Stamford Center For the Arts in the heart of the city. Also, the Thirsty Turtle’s annual foam party, while not technically an art performance, has been called “awesome” by many critics, mostly drunk 22 year olds.
4. Stamford is one of the smartest cities in the nation. In fact, Will Shortz, puzzle editor of the New York Times and the only guy on Earth who works harder as the week goes on, is a Stamford resident. 9 out of 10 citizens here are high school grads and 44% of adults have a college degree, which ties us with Iowa City for the best in the country. To break the tie, I took it upon myself to challenge Iowa City to a game of Trivial Pursuit. Unfortunately, every question was about corn growing. Random, I know. But hey, second place isn’t so bad, right?
5. As you probably know, Stamford leans Democrat, but also has a large number of Republican voters. More interesting, 20,000 Stamford residents have no party affiliation whatsoever. Most analysts credit these numbers to Stamford’s “Vote or Die, or, You Know, Don’t Vote, Whatever, I Don’t Care” campaign.
6. Not everyone in Stamford experiences the same seasons. During the winter, snow will frequently fall in Northern Stamford, while downtown and the coast remain dry. Man, when are those people who live in the mansions off of Long Ridge Road ever going to catch a break?
7. Cummings Park was originally known as Halloween Park, because Mayor Homer Cummings made the decision to create the park on Halloween night, 1906. In addition to serving 3 terms as Mayor of Stamford, Cummings also served as U.S. Attorney General from 1933 to 1939, and opened his own legal firm after graduating from Yale Law School. Rumor has it he was also named “Mayor of Spring Break” after doing 8 straight body shots at Senor Frog’s in Cancun in 1890. Even if that’s not true, the guy has had some prestigious accolades.
8. The new skateboarding facility in Scalzi park cost a reported $309,850 to build. That’s a pretty hefty tab, especially when you consider there are some guys down by the train station that would do it for 400 bucks. Fortunately, the city was able to raise enough money by handing out loitering tickets to skateboarders. It’s the circle of life, my friends.
9. Counting all adults 18 and older, the male-to-female ratio in Stamford is 9:10. That’s right. There were plenty of options at Tiernan’s last night. You’re just not a closer, bro.
10. In addition to being “The City That Works,” Stamford also goes by another nickname, “Lock City.” Not sure what that means, but I’m guessing it’s somehow related to an old-time profession (sailing or blacksmithing perhaps). Either way, it’s so much cooler than “The City That Works.” What kind of nickname is that? You might as well call it “The City That Drives Cars” or “The City That Sleeps 8 Hours a Night.” Stamfordians, it’s time to bring back “Lock City” as our official slogan. Together we can make it happen!

(according to Wikipedia)

The Hyatt Regency offers outstanding accommodations in the suburbs between Stamford and Greenwich, Conn. The two cities boast exceptionally charming downtown centers with premiere shopping and intriguing restaurants. Guests may want to visit Greenwich Avenue, a gloriously restored main street, four miles away, where traffic officers act as traffic lights at each intersection. Westchester County Airport is 15 miles away, and Manhattan is 35 miles.
The hotel’s exterior resembles an elegant English Manor and tower overlooking landscaped lawns. Inside, guests are welcomed with the tranquility of a four story atrium garden. A bubbling brook meanders through the flora, anchored by a gazebo style grill and bar. The hotel’s restaurant, Winfield’s, serves Mediterranean cuisine for lunch and dinner. The restaurant also serves American breakfasts each morning. The Hyatt Regency receives high praises for its services, including valet, bellhop, concierge, shoe shine, and hair salon and health club. The property is a popular conference venue during weekdays, while weekend activity revolves around weddings and social occasions. Wireless Internet access is available throughout the hotel.

The 373 guestrooms at the Hyatt Regency carry a sophisticated air and offer enviable amenities. Guestroom furnishings include a desk and chair, television armoire, and CD players. Beds are dressed with high thread count sheets and down comforters. Bathrooms include premium toiletries, and bright marble vanities.

The Hyatt Regency makes an exceptional accommodation for business or leisure travelers to the unique cities of Stamford and Greenwich.

1800 E Putnam Ave
Greenwich, CT
06870

Directions:

From La Guardia or Kennedy Airports:
Take I 678 to White stone Bridge Exit.
Cross bridge and follow I 95 North to Exit 5.
Turn right at end of ramp and go thru 3 lights.
Hyatt Regency Greenwich is located on the right.

From Westchester Airport:
Follow signs for 684 South to 287 East.
Take 287 East to I 95 North to Exit 5.
Turn right at end of ramp and go thru 3 lights.
Hyatt Regency Greenwich is located on the right.

The Amsterdam Hotel is located in downtown Stamford, Conn., just one half mile from a shopping mall, nightclubs and the Arts Center. The beach and Cove Island Park are less than two miles from the property. Travelers arriving via La Guardia International Airport are 30 miles away, and Westchester County Airport is 15 miles from the hotel.
The six story Amsterdam Hotel welcomes pets and offers practical amenities and comforts to vacationers. Guests can enjoy complimentary breakfasts each morning and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Wireless high speed Internet access is available throughout the hotel and in the conference room, along with business services and meeting rooms. Active guests can utilize the hotel’s fitness room, and discounts are offered on airport shuttle service.

The Amsterdam Hotel offers 86 guestrooms featuring complimentary wireless high speed Internet access, cable television, refrigerators and microwave ovens.

Amsterdam Hotel
19 Clarks Hill Ave
STAMFORD, CT
06902

Directions:

From Bradley International Airport:
Take I 95 South to Exit 8/Elm Street.
Turn right at the bottom of the ramp.
Turn right again on East Main Street.
Turn right on Clarks Hill Avenue.

• The Chesterfield Inn is located in Stamford, Conn.
• One block from Long Island Sound
• One mile from downtown Stamford
• One mile from antiques shopping

• Massage therapist
• Complimentary continental breakfasts
• Laundry service

• Garden and water views
• Bulgari custom bath accessories
• Bathrobes

Chesterfield Inn
1404 Shippan Ave.
STAMFORD, CT
06902

Directions:

From La Guardia Airport:
Approximate distance to the hotel is 25 miles

Follow signs to Grand Central Parkway toward Eastern Long Island.
Proceed to I 678 and exit 9E toward Whitestone Expwy.
Continue to I 95 North via Exit 6 toward New Haven.
Proceed to Exit 8/Atlantic Street.
Turn left onto South State Street.
Turn right onto Canal Street.
Turn left onto Jefferson Street
Turn right onto Magee Avenue.
The hotel is located on the left.