Norwalk
Morning News
Tuesday, August 19th, 2025
Good morning, Norwalk. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of August.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut's festival season is back with fairs and contests planned statewide—Norwalk will host its Oyster Festival at 42 Seaview Ave from Sept. 5 to 7 featuring seafood and family activities. Connecticut Public
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut's Sales Tax Free Week gives shoppers a chance to save on clothing or footwear costing less than $100—customers save 6.35% off every $100 spent. Saavy and Grace owner Annette Norton said her Westport store already sees a 20% increase in business during this tax exemption period. News 12 Connecticut
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After a 5-1 win over Honolulu, Fairfield National will face Sioux Falls — S.D. in the Little League World Series winners bracket semifinal Monday at 7 p.m.; a win will advance the Metro Region team to the winners bracket final. The Hour
- ➤ Family and friends from Stafford Springs traveled to Fenway Park to support Miami Marlins pitcher Josh Simpson, who pitched two innings after a rough outing the previous night. He returned to the mound strongly on Saturday and celebrated the moment with longtime teammates and loved ones—marking his journey from Little League to the majors. The Hour
- ➤ Today the 2025 CIAC high school boys golf season kicks off with teams such as defending champions Fairfield Prep and Berlin returning key players. Key matchups include Glastonbury vs. Wethersfield on Aug. 26 and Berlin vs. Rocky Hill on Aug. 28—championship rounds are scheduled for Oct. 21 and Oct. 22. The Hour
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SoNo Play Date
10-11 a.m. — SoNo Stew Leonard III Activity Room — Free entry — A fun-filled hour of activities for kids and families in the heart of Norwalk.
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Blessing of the Backpacks
5-8 p.m. — Bunkhouse at Cranbury Park — Free entry — Celebrate school readiness with a special blessing for students and enjoy pizza and ice cream treats.
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Norwalk Gamer Symphony Orchestra Concert
4-5:30 p.m. — District Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience cherished video game soundtracks brought to life by a community orchestra in a unique symphonic journey.
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Electric Garden Festival 203
3-11 p.m. — 314 Beer Garden and Wood-Fired Pizza — Free entry — Enjoy chill vibes outside and high-energy beats inside with mini golf and top DJs.
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Bingo Loco
7-9:30 p.m. — District Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience the wildest bingo party in Norwalk with DJs, dance-offs, and outrageous prizes.
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Stiff Little Fingers Concert
8:00–9:30 p.m. — District Music Hall — Ticket prices range from $81 to $983 — Experience live music with the iconic punk band Stiff Little Fingers in Norwalk.
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KEFI Greek Festival
9 PM - 2 AM — 238 W Rocks Rd, Norwalk, CT — Free entry — Experience rich Greek culture with delectable food, vibrant music, and joyous dancing.
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Norwalk Boat Show
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — MarineMax Norwalk — Cost varies by boat — Explore the latest in boats and yachts with knowledgeable teams to match you with your perfect vessel.
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