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SUMMARY:Friday Night Music Featuring Brad Bensko
DESCRIPTION:Friday Night Music Featuring Brad Bensko continues the weekly series at Saltwater Farm Vineyard with an early evening performance on Friday\, May 8\, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Set at one of the area’s most scenic vineyards\, the event offers a relaxed outdoor setting where guests can enjoy live music alongside wine\, food\, and open space. The timing makes it an easy transition from the workday into the weekend without requiring a full-night commitment. \nBrad Bensko provides the soundtrack for the evening\, bringing a live set that complements the laid-back vineyard atmosphere. Guests can pair the music with Saltwater Farm Vineyard wines available by the glass or bottle\, along with a selection of Connecticut craft beer. Light snacks like cheese and crackers are available for purchase\, and visitors are also welcome to bring their own food\, creating a flexible\, picnic-style experience. \nThe event is designed to be accessible and low-pressure\, with a rain-or-shine format and outdoor space that accommodates groups\, couples\, and families. Leashed dogs are welcome outside\, adding to the casual\, community feel of the series. As part of the ongoing Friday Night Music lineup\, this event offers a consistent\, easygoing way to start the weekend with live music and a vineyard setting.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/friday-night-music-featuring-brad-bensko/
LOCATION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard\, 349 Elm Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saltwater Farm Vineyard
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SUMMARY:Mother's Day at Heartstone Farm and Winery
DESCRIPTION:Mother’s Day at Heartstone Farm and Winery brings a full afternoon of music\, food\, and wine to Heartstone Winery\, offering a relaxed way to celebrate the holiday outdoors. Set along the Connecticut Wine Trail\, the winery provides a scenic backdrop where guests can spend time on the patio overlooking the vines\, enjoying a mix of live entertainment and casual\, drop-in activities throughout the day. \nLive music is provided by Bruce John\, a longtime Connecticut performer known for his wide-ranging song catalog and community involvement. His style blends folk\, classic hits\, and interactive performance\, creating an easygoing atmosphere that fits the setting. Alongside the music\, food trucks and wine tastings round out the experience\, with additional shopping and games adding variety for guests throughout the afternoon. \nThe event is designed to be flexible and accessible\, allowing visitors to bring their own food or explore what’s available on-site. With its mix of live music\, local vendors\, and open-air seating\, Mother’s Day at Heartstone Winery offers a casual alternative to more structured holiday plans. The focus stays on enjoying the setting\, the music\, and time spent together.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/mothers-day-at-heartstone-farm-and-winery/
LOCATION:Heartstone Farm & Winery\, 468 CT-87\, Columbia\, CT\, 06327\, United States
CATEGORIES:Heartstone Farm and Winery
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SUMMARY:Mother's Day at Stonington Vineyards
DESCRIPTION:Mother’s Day at Stonington Vineyards offers a relaxed way to celebrate the holiday with wine\, food\, and live music at Stonington Vineyards. Designed as an easy\, drop-in experience\, the event invites guests to spend the afternoon outdoors enjoying the vineyard setting while treating moms and families to a mix of local flavors and small-batch shopping. With no tickets required\, it’s a flexible option for those looking to plan a low-pressure Mother’s Day outing. \nFood vendors bring a range of options throughout the day\, including wood-fired pizza from Fire in the Kitchen Pizza\, sandwiches from Farm to Sandwich\, and desserts from 4 Sisters Sweet Treats. Guests can also browse local goods from Valomie Boutique and visit the Bloom Bar by Happy Stems to create custom bouquets\, adding a hands-on element to the day. \nLive music by Ernie Lewis runs from 1:30 to 4:30 PM\, giving the afternoon a steady\, laid-back rhythm as guests settle in with a glass of wine. The combination of food\, music\, and open-air seating creates a casual environment that works well for families or small groups. As a Mother’s Day event\, it focuses on simplicity and atmosphere\, making it easy to arrive\, unwind\, and enjoy time together.
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/mothers-day-at-stonington-vineyards/
LOCATION:Stonington Vineyards\, 523 Taugwonk Rd\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Stonnington Vineyards
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SUMMARY:Run the Vineyards Jonathan Edwards 5K
DESCRIPTION:Run the Vineyards Jonathan Edwards 5K returns to Jonathan Edwards Winery with a scenic race course that winds through vineyard rows and nearby country roads before finishing back at the winery grounds. The annual event combines a professionally timed 5K with one of the more relaxed post-race atmospheres on the shoreline\, bringing together runners\, walkers\, wine lovers\, and casual weekend visitors for a morning outdoors in North Stonington. \nAfter the race\, the winery shifts into full social mode with live music\, food trucks\, award-winning wines\, and gathering spaces throughout the property. Participants receive a drink ticket\, free race photos\, an event shirt\, and a souvenir wine glass\, helping turn the event into more of a full vineyard experience than a traditional road race. Awards will also be presented to top finishers. \nJonathan Edwards Winery has become one of southeastern Connecticut’s more recognizable vineyard destinations over the years\, known for its stone buildings\, rolling property\, and relaxed countryside atmosphere. Events like Run the Vineyards continue blending the region’s growing winery culture with outdoor recreation and social events that attract both serious runners and people mostly looking for a good excuse to spend time at a vineyard on a spring weekend. \nThe Run:\nChip-timed 5K race with instant results. Race starts at 9 AM.\nScenic course finishing through the vineyard\,.\nAwards for Top 3 Overall and Age Group Male & Female Winners (14 & under\, 15-19\, 20-29\, every 10 yrs) \nThe Fun:\nProfessionally managed 5K race and one-of-a-kind after-party\nAll participants receive one complimentary glass of wine (21 and over)\nPost race Live Music ’til Noon by Bryan Titus\nBeer from Local Breweries also available for purchase\nFood Truck on site – Munchies Food Truck \nThe Extras:\nRun the Vineyards Stemless Wine Glass for all finishers\nHigh Quality Custom Tech Shirt included. Women’s\, Men’s/unisex\, and Youth sizes or upgrade to Women’s Racerback Tank Top for $5 extra. Men’s Tanks do not require an added fee. \n*Please register by May 17 to guarantee your first choice. Many extras ordered and available while supplies last after May 17. \nSouvenir Finisher Medal optional for $8 online or $10 race day\nFree Downloadable Race Photos. Professional Photographer on staff.\nWater Station on course\, Water and Bananas at finish\nWalkers and children are welcome to participate. \n1 Hour time limit kindly requested. Need to be registered and start on time at 9 AM behind the runners for safety of all participants.\nRain or Shine. No refunds or deferrals. \nPacket Pick-up on Race Day @ 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM at “Good Day for a Run” tent. Arrive by 8:30 AM to check-in please.\nVolunteers receive glass of wine & free future race! Visit “Volunteer” Tab for details/sign up. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/run-the-vineyards-jonathan-edwards-5k/
LOCATION:Jonathan Edwards Winery\, 74 Chester Maine Rd\, North Stonington\, 06359\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jonathan Edwards Winery
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