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SUMMARY:Live Music & Food Trucks at Saltwater Farm Vineyard
DESCRIPTION:Live Music & Food Trucks at Saltwater Farm Vineyard pairs a relatively new local country duo with wood-fired pizza and Stonington wine on Sunday\, September 13. Violet Theory performs from 3 to 5 p.m.\, while Fire in the Kitchen Pizza Truck fires up its mobile oven at the vineyard. \nViolet Theory may be a new name on the southeastern Connecticut music scene\, but the musicians behind it aren’t approaching the project casually. Victoria White and Chris Cofoni formed the duo in 2025\, began writing together\, and headed to Nashville in March to record their first original songs. \nTheir Sunday afternoon set at Saltwater Farm will mix that developing catalog with country\, rock and pop covers\, all against one of the more unusual backdrops on the Connecticut Wine Trail: a vineyard built around a preserved airplane hangar. \nMeet Violet Theory\nViolet Theory began with a chance meeting at Westerly’s Thirsty Beaver. \nChris Cofoni was performing there with another band in 2025 when he was introduced to vocalist Victoria White. The two discovered a musical connection\, began performing together later that fall and developed Violet Theory around White’s vocals and Cofoni’s playing\, songwriting\, and production. \nCountry provides the foundation\, but their repertoire isn’t restricted to it. \nThe duo covers music ranging from Johnny Cash to Morgan Wallen while pulling rock and pop into its live sets. Depending on the engagement\, Violet Theory can expand from the core duo into a trio or full band. \nFor the September 13 Saltwater Farm appearance\, the act is scheduled as the Violet Theory duo\, putting the emphasis on White and Cofoni and the vocal-and-instrumental chemistry that started the project. \nThe pair has spent much of 2026 building an audience around southeastern Connecticut and Rhode Island\, appearing at vineyards\, breweries\, restaurants and outdoor events including Stonington Vineyards\, Preston Ridge Vineyard\, Grey Sail Brewing\, Gooseneck Vineyards\, the Breachway Grill and Westerly’s Sunday Funday in Wilcox Park. \nSaltwater Farm has become a particularly regular stop. Violet Theory has several dates at the vineyard during its 2026 schedule\, including performances in May\, July and September\, with another scheduled for October. \nFrom Local Stages to a Nashville Studio\nViolet Theory is also beginning to move beyond covers. \nWhite and Cofoni have written three original songs together: Country Golden\, Half As Mean and To the Old Me. All three were recorded at Country Q Studios in Nashville in March 2026. \nThe songs offer an early look at what the duo wants Violet Theory to become. \nCountry Golden tells the story of a woman who finds companionship and emotional rescue through her “Country Golden” companion. Half As Mean takes a lighter approach to adult relationships and learning to live with one another’s faults\, while To the Old Me looks backward\, with a young woman addressing younger versions of herself. \nThat mix of storytelling and contemporary production reflects the duo’s stated goal: country-influenced music rooted in traditional songwriting without trying to sound as though it came from another era. \nFor a group formed only last year\, 2026 has essentially been Violet Theory’s first full season of taking that sound on the road. \nPizza Straight From a Wood-Fired Oven\nSunday’s food truck is almost as mobile as the musicians. \nFire in the Kitchen Pizza is the creation of husband-and-wife team Matt and Kristen Griffin\, who turned Matt’s longtime obsession with making pizza into a traveling wood-fired business. \nIt started small. Very small. \nKristen bought Matt his first wood-fired pizza oven\, with a cooking surface measuring only about 12 by 14 inches. After Matt refined his dough and the couple decided to pursue the idea further\, the little oven was replaced by a larger wood-burning model. \nThen came a commercial oven mounted to a trailer. \nToday\, Fire in the Kitchen operates from a full-size box truck and brings its wood-fired setup to events around Connecticut and neighboring states. Unlike a mobile operation that sends employees out to work events\, Matt and Kristen say they’re the chefs customers will actually find behind the truck. \nTheir sample menu goes considerably beyond cheese and pepperoni. \nThe Lemon Boy combines garlic\, smoked mozzarella\, sliced lemon\, Aleppo pepper and honey. Gettin Figgy adds prosciutto\, caramelized onion\, fig\, arugula and balsamic reduction\, while the Tater uses mashed potato\, bacon and chives. \nThere’s also a Pulled Pickle with pulled pork\, dill pickles\, Monterey Jack and cheddar\, barbecue sauce and ranch; a Street Corn pie with corn\, cilantro\, jalapeños\, cotija and chipotle-lime aioli; and the meat-heavy Carnivore with pepperoni\, bacon\, sausage and hot cherry peppers. \nThe exact selection at Saltwater Farm can vary. Fire in the Kitchen says its menu changes seasonally and it generally brings a mix of core pizzas and seasonal specialties to events. \nA Vineyard Inside an Old Airfield\nSaltwater Farm Vineyard’s history goes back considerably further than its vines. \nThe property traces its agricultural roots to the 17th century\, when Walter Palmer established a farm on roughly 230 acres surrounding Wequetequock Cove in 1653. Portions of that land continued operating as farmland for generations. \nThen airplanes arrived. \nIn the late 1930s\, William J. Foster established a small community airport on the property. Architect and engineer John W. Lincoln designed its hangar\, and Foster Field\, also known as Westone Airport\, operated until restrictions surrounding World War II ended its use as a public airport. \nCommercial aviation briefly returned after the war\, but the property eventually fell into other uses. Over the decades\, the old hangar served at various times as a warehouse\, restaurant and manufacturing space. \nMichael Connery purchased the long-dormant property in 2001 as part of 108 acres and began transforming the former airfield into a vineyard. \nRather than demolishing the hangar\, the project made it the centerpiece. \nArchitect Stephen Lloyd helped transform the historic structure into the winery visitors see today\, retaining its massive timber trusses and original wood sheathing while incorporating a milled aluminum exterior and an open interior beneath the building’s high roof. \nEven the old airfield hasn’t entirely disappeared. A grassy landing strip remains on the property. \nConnecticut Grapes With a French Connection\nSaltwater Farm’s wines are overseen by consulting winemaker Gilles Martin\, whose résumé stretches from France to Australia\, California\, Virginia and Long Island. \nMartin grew up near France’s Champagne region and earned degrees in biology\, food science and oenology from the University of Montpellier. His master’s thesis on wine ultrafiltration received a national award presented by future French president Jacques Chirac. \nHis career then took him through wineries in Germany and Australia before bringing him to the United States. \nFrom 1990 through 1996\, Martin worked as assistant winemaker at Roederer Estate in California’s Anderson Valley\, the American sparkling-wine operation established by Champagne Louis Roederer. He later returned to France to make Viognier and Syrah for Delas-Frères in the Rhône Valley. \nBy the late 1990s\, he was working on Long Island’s North Fork\, where he helped develop several wineries before becoming a consulting winemaker. \nToday\, Martin works with both Saltwater Farm and its sister property\, Kingdom of the Hawk Vineyard in North Stonington. \nThe combination gives Saltwater Farm an unusual identity: Connecticut-grown wine shaped by a winemaker with Old World training\, served inside a restored aviation landmark overlooking vines and coastal marshland. \nAn Easy Sunday Afternoon\nThere isn’t much structure required for this one\, and that’s part of its appeal. \nArrive at Saltwater Farm\, order a glass of wine\, grab a wood-fired pizza and find a spot to hear Violet Theory. \nThe music begins at 3 p.m. and continues until 5. It’s part of Saltwater Farm’s seasonal live music and food truck schedule\, which extends into October with performers including Colin Van Pelt\, James Harris\, Nick Bosse and Brad Bensko. \nViolet Theory itself returns October 25. \nFor September 13\, however\, it’s the duo configuration: Victoria White and Chris Cofoni\, two hours of country-influenced music\, a mobile wood-fired oven and an old Connecticut airfield that found a second life growing grapes. \nDetails\nEvent: Live Music & Food Trucks at Saltwater Farm Vineyard\nDate: Sunday\, September 13\, 2026\nTime: 3–5 p.m.\nPerformer: Violet Theory\nViolet Theory Lineup: Victoria White and Chris Cofoni\, duo performance\nMusic: Country-influenced originals plus country\, rock and pop covers\nFood Truck: Fire in the Kitchen Pizza\nFood: Wood-fired pizza; exact event menu may vary\nVenue: Saltwater Farm Vineyard\nAddress: 349 Elm Street\, Stonington\, CT 06378\nVineyard Phone: 860-415-9072\nWinemaker: Gilles Martin\nUpcoming Saltwater Farm Music: \nColin Van Pelt Sept. 20; \nLuke & Mike Sept. 27; \nadditional music continues into October \n  \n  \n  \nFeatured image is an artistic representation inspired by the event and may not depict the actual people\, location\, or activities shown. \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/live-music-food-trucks-at-saltwater-farm-vineyard/
LOCATION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard\, 349 Elm Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saltwater Farm Vineyard
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SUMMARY:Saltwater Farm Vineyard Sunday Music Series
DESCRIPTION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard Sunday Music Series offers relaxing Sunday afternoons filled with live local music\, award-winning wines\, and rotating food trucks at one of Connecticut’s most distinctive vineyards. Held throughout the summer\, the free series invites guests to unwind among the vines while enjoying talented regional musicians in the peaceful setting of a beautifully restored historic property. \nSaltwater Farm Vineyard occupies the site of a former World War II-era private airfield. The property’s original airplane hangar has been transformed into a striking winery while preserving its soaring timber trusses and aviation heritage. Surrounded by vineyards and coastal farmland\, it’s an ideal destination for spending a leisurely Sunday with friends and family. \nEvent Details\n\nEvent: Saltwater Farm Vineyard Sunday Music Series\nVenue: Saltwater Farm Vineyard\nAddress: 349 Elm St.\, Stonington\, CT\nAdmission: Free\n\n2026 Sunday Schedule\nSunday\, July 19 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nDavid Swanson\nFood Truck: Twin Beaks Fried Chicken\n\nSunday\, July 26 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nBen Freiert\nFood Truck: Fire in the Kitchen Pizza Truck\n\nSunday\, August 2 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nJason Ingriselli\nFood Truck: The Rolling Tomato Pizza Truck\n\nSunday\, August 9 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nBen Kane\nFood Truck: The Rolling Tomato Pizza Truck\n\nSunday\, August 16 – 2:30 p.m. \n\nDan Watson\nFood Truck: The Rolling Tomato Pizza Truck\n\nSunday\, August 23 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nSteve Cleary\nFood Truck: Twin Beaks Fried Chicken\n\nSunday\, August 30 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nPhil Smith\nFood Truck: Fire in the Kitchen Pizza Truck\n\nAbout Saltwater Farm Vineyard\nLocated on the site of a former private airfield\, Saltwater Farm Vineyard blends history\, architecture\, and winemaking. The restored World War II-era hangar now serves as the winery\, preserving an important part of Stonington’s past while creating one of Connecticut’s most unique vineyard destinations. \nWhy Attend\n\nFree live music\nAward-winning wines\nRotating food trucks\nScenic vineyard setting\nRelaxing Sunday afternoons
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/saltwater-farm-vineyard-sunday-music-series/2026-08-30/
LOCATION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard\, 349 Elm Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saltwater Farm Vineyard
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SUMMARY:Saltwater Farm Vineyard Thursday Music Series
DESCRIPTION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard Thursday Music Series brings live music\, local food trucks\, and handcrafted wines to the vineyard every Thursday evening throughout the summer. Beginning at 5 p.m.\, the free series offers the perfect way to unwind after work while enjoying performances from local musicians in one of southeastern Connecticut’s most picturesque winery settings. \nGuests can pair Saltwater Farm Vineyard’s wines with offerings from a rotating lineup of food trucks while listening to live music surrounded by rolling vineyards. Housed in a beautifully restored World War II-era airplane hangar\, the winery combines rich local history with modern winemaking to create a one-of-a-kind destination on the Connecticut shoreline. \nEvent Details\n\nEvent: Saltwater Farm Vineyard Thursday Music Series\nSchedule: Select Thursdays\nTime: 5:00 p.m.\nVenue: Saltwater Farm Vineyard\nAddress: 349 Elm St.\, Stonington\, CT\nAdmission: Free\n\n2026 Thursday Schedule\nThursday\, July 23 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nEric Nichols\nFood Truck: Fire in the Kitchen Pizza Truck\n\nThursday\, July 30 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nEthan Cash\nFood Truck: The Grazing Cart\n\nThursday\, August 6 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nNick Bosse\nFood Trucks:\n\nSouth County BBQ\nJ&R Seafood Raw Bar\n\n\n\nThursday\, August 13 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nBen Freiert\nFood Truck: J&R Seafood Raw Bar\n\nThursday\, August 20 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nDave Alves\nFood Truck: J&R Seafood Raw Bar\n\nThursday\, August 27 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nLuke & Mike\nFood Truck: South County BBQ\n\nAbout Saltwater Farm Vineyard\nFounded on the grounds of a former private airfield\, Saltwater Farm Vineyard preserves the property’s historic World War II-era hangar while producing award-winning wines in a spectacular coastal setting. The restored winery has become one of Connecticut’s premier destinations for wine\, live music\, and scenic outdoor gatherings. \nWhy Attend\n\nFree Thursday evening concerts\nAward-winning wines\nRotating food trucks\nHistoric vineyard setting\nRelaxed summer atmosphere
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/saltwater-farm-vineyard-thursday-music-series/2026-08-27/
LOCATION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard\, 349 Elm Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saltwater Farm Vineyard
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SUMMARY:Saltwater Farm Vineyard Sunday Music Series
DESCRIPTION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard Sunday Music Series offers relaxing Sunday afternoons filled with live local music\, award-winning wines\, and rotating food trucks at one of Connecticut’s most distinctive vineyards. Held throughout the summer\, the free series invites guests to unwind among the vines while enjoying talented regional musicians in the peaceful setting of a beautifully restored historic property. \nSaltwater Farm Vineyard occupies the site of a former World War II-era private airfield. The property’s original airplane hangar has been transformed into a striking winery while preserving its soaring timber trusses and aviation heritage. Surrounded by vineyards and coastal farmland\, it’s an ideal destination for spending a leisurely Sunday with friends and family. \nEvent Details\n\nEvent: Saltwater Farm Vineyard Sunday Music Series\nVenue: Saltwater Farm Vineyard\nAddress: 349 Elm St.\, Stonington\, CT\nAdmission: Free\n\n2026 Sunday Schedule\nSunday\, July 19 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nDavid Swanson\nFood Truck: Twin Beaks Fried Chicken\n\nSunday\, July 26 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nBen Freiert\nFood Truck: Fire in the Kitchen Pizza Truck\n\nSunday\, August 2 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nJason Ingriselli\nFood Truck: The Rolling Tomato Pizza Truck\n\nSunday\, August 9 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nBen Kane\nFood Truck: The Rolling Tomato Pizza Truck\n\nSunday\, August 16 – 2:30 p.m. \n\nDan Watson\nFood Truck: The Rolling Tomato Pizza Truck\n\nSunday\, August 23 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nSteve Cleary\nFood Truck: Twin Beaks Fried Chicken\n\nSunday\, August 30 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nPhil Smith\nFood Truck: Fire in the Kitchen Pizza Truck\n\nAbout Saltwater Farm Vineyard\nLocated on the site of a former private airfield\, Saltwater Farm Vineyard blends history\, architecture\, and winemaking. The restored World War II-era hangar now serves as the winery\, preserving an important part of Stonington’s past while creating one of Connecticut’s most unique vineyard destinations. \nWhy Attend\n\nFree live music\nAward-winning wines\nRotating food trucks\nScenic vineyard setting\nRelaxing Sunday afternoons
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/saltwater-farm-vineyard-sunday-music-series/2026-08-23/
LOCATION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard\, 349 Elm Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saltwater Farm Vineyard
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SUMMARY:Saltwater Farm Vineyard Thursday Music Series
DESCRIPTION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard Thursday Music Series brings live music\, local food trucks\, and handcrafted wines to the vineyard every Thursday evening throughout the summer. Beginning at 5 p.m.\, the free series offers the perfect way to unwind after work while enjoying performances from local musicians in one of southeastern Connecticut’s most picturesque winery settings. \nGuests can pair Saltwater Farm Vineyard’s wines with offerings from a rotating lineup of food trucks while listening to live music surrounded by rolling vineyards. Housed in a beautifully restored World War II-era airplane hangar\, the winery combines rich local history with modern winemaking to create a one-of-a-kind destination on the Connecticut shoreline. \nEvent Details\n\nEvent: Saltwater Farm Vineyard Thursday Music Series\nSchedule: Select Thursdays\nTime: 5:00 p.m.\nVenue: Saltwater Farm Vineyard\nAddress: 349 Elm St.\, Stonington\, CT\nAdmission: Free\n\n2026 Thursday Schedule\nThursday\, July 23 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nEric Nichols\nFood Truck: Fire in the Kitchen Pizza Truck\n\nThursday\, July 30 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nEthan Cash\nFood Truck: The Grazing Cart\n\nThursday\, August 6 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nNick Bosse\nFood Trucks:\n\nSouth County BBQ\nJ&R Seafood Raw Bar\n\n\n\nThursday\, August 13 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nBen Freiert\nFood Truck: J&R Seafood Raw Bar\n\nThursday\, August 20 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nDave Alves\nFood Truck: J&R Seafood Raw Bar\n\nThursday\, August 27 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nLuke & Mike\nFood Truck: South County BBQ\n\nAbout Saltwater Farm Vineyard\nFounded on the grounds of a former private airfield\, Saltwater Farm Vineyard preserves the property’s historic World War II-era hangar while producing award-winning wines in a spectacular coastal setting. The restored winery has become one of Connecticut’s premier destinations for wine\, live music\, and scenic outdoor gatherings. \nWhy Attend\n\nFree Thursday evening concerts\nAward-winning wines\nRotating food trucks\nHistoric vineyard setting\nRelaxed summer atmosphere
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/saltwater-farm-vineyard-thursday-music-series/2026-08-20/
LOCATION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard\, 349 Elm Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saltwater Farm Vineyard
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SUMMARY:Summer Thursday Music Series: Dave Alves + J&R Seafood Raw Bar at Saltwater Farm Vineyard
DESCRIPTION:Summer Thursday Music Series featuring Dave Alves + J&R Seafood Market raw bar brings live music\, local wine and fresh seafood together at Saltwater Farm Vineyard in Stonington on Thursday\, August 20. Guitarist Dave Alves performs from 5 to 7 p.m.\, while Mystic’s J&R Seafood Market sets up a raw bar for the evening. \nIt’s a particularly local combination. Alves has been part of southeastern Connecticut’s music scene for decades\, J&R was founded by Stonington fishermen\, and Saltwater Farm occupies a piece of Stonington land whose history stretches back more than 350 years. \nThe Thursday series is designed as a casual summer evening rather than a formal concert. Grab a glass or bottle of wine\, order something from the raw bar and find a spot overlooking the vineyard while Alves plays. \nAbout Dave Alves\nDave Alves is a longtime southeastern Connecticut guitarist whose career has moved through rock\, blues\, jazz\, funk and acoustic music. \nHe’s probably most familiar locally as a member of several regional projects and as a musician who regularly performs at vineyards\, restaurants\, festivals and other venues around southeastern Connecticut and Rhode Island. His playing allows him to move comfortably between familiar covers and more improvisational material\, making the smaller vineyard format a natural fit. \nAlves also performs in different configurations depending on the venue\, from solo appearances to the Dave Alves Trio. For the August 20 Saltwater Farm date\, he’s billed simply as Dave Alves\, putting the focus on the more intimate side of his playing. \nJ&R Brings the Raw Bar\nThe other half of Thursday’s pairing comes from nearby Mystic. \nJ&R Seafood Market grew from a business started in 2016 by John and Richie\, two former fishermen who grew up in Stonington and still live in town. Frustrated by what they saw as expensive\, lower-quality seafood\, they began using their fishing-industry relationships to supply fresher products to local chefs and markets. \nIt started with sea scallops. \nThe business expanded\, and the founders’ oldest children\, Allison and Andrew\, eventually opened the retail J&R Seafood Market at 45 Williams Avenue in Mystic. The market now sells fresh seafood along with house-made chowders\, prepared meals\, seafood dips\, sauces and other products. Seafood is delivered fresh daily and sourced from local waters whenever possible. \nRaw bars have become another part of J&R’s business. Its catered raw bars can include oysters\, littlenecks and shrimp cocktail\, along with options such as tuna poke and shrimp-avocado ceviche. The exact selection available at Saltwater Farm hasn’t been announced\, so consider those examples of what J&R offers rather than a guaranteed menu for Thursday. \nA Vineyard With an Unusual Past\nSaltwater Farm Vineyard has one of the more interesting backstories among Connecticut wineries. \nThe land’s agricultural history can be traced to 1653\, when Walter Palmer established a farm on roughly 230 acres surrounding Wequetequock Cove. Portions remained farmland into the early 20th century. \nThen airplanes arrived. \nIn the late 1930s\, William J. Foster established a small community airport on the property called Foster Field\, or Westone Airport. Its hangar was designed by Stonington architect and engineer John W. Lincoln\, who was involved in the development of the Quonset hut. \nAfter World War II\, the property briefly hosted commercial aviation and flight training. The hangar subsequently went through a much less glamorous stretch as a warehouse\, restaurant and manufacturing facility before sitting largely dormant. \nMichael Connery purchased 108 acres in 2001 and began transforming the former airfield into a vineyard while preserving its aviation history. The first vines were planted in 2003\, and the old hangar was eventually restored as the winery’s striking tasting room and event space. \nThe old airfield hasn’t completely disappeared\, either. A grassy landing strip remains part of the property. \nWine\, Seafood and a Thursday Evening\nSaltwater Farm’s Thursday music series continues through September 3 this summer\, with the vineyard remaining open until 7 p.m. on Thursdays and music beginning at 5. \nWine is available by the glass or bottle\, along with a selection of Connecticut craft beer and other beverages. Saltwater Farm is not currently offering traditional wine tastings. \nCheese\, crackers and other small bites are available for purchase\, and guests may bring their own food. On August 20\, of course\, there’s another option: let J&R do the shucking. \nNo outside alcohol is permitted. \nThe performance is rain or shine. Indoor table reservations can be requested in advance\, but the vineyard doesn’t reserve outdoor spaces. Leashed dogs are welcome outdoors\, and children are welcome when accompanied by an adult. \nEvent Details\nDate: Thursday\, August 20\, 2026 \nTime: 5:00–7:00 p.m. \nPerformer: Dave Alves \nSpecial Food Vendor: J&R Seafood Market raw bar \nLocation: Saltwater Farm Vineyard \nAddress: 349 Elm Street\, Stonington\, CT 06378 \nFood: J&R Seafood Market raw bar; cheese\, crackers and other small bites available. Guests may also bring their own food. \nDrinks: Saltwater Farm wines by the glass or bottle\, Connecticut craft beer and other beverages \nOutside Alcohol: Not permitted \nWeather: Rain or shine \nSeating: Indoor table reservations are available by email. Outdoor space isn’t reserved. \nChildren: Welcome with adult supervision \nDogs: Leashed dogs welcome outdoors \nPhone: (860) 415-9072 \nMore Information\nMore information is available at the Event Website link below. \n\n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/summer-thursday-music-series-dave-alves-jr-seafood-raw-bar-at-saltwater-farm-vineyard/
LOCATION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard\, 349 Elm Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
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SUMMARY:Saltwater Farm Vineyard Sunday Music Series
DESCRIPTION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard Sunday Music Series offers relaxing Sunday afternoons filled with live local music\, award-winning wines\, and rotating food trucks at one of Connecticut’s most distinctive vineyards. Held throughout the summer\, the free series invites guests to unwind among the vines while enjoying talented regional musicians in the peaceful setting of a beautifully restored historic property. \nSaltwater Farm Vineyard occupies the site of a former World War II-era private airfield. The property’s original airplane hangar has been transformed into a striking winery while preserving its soaring timber trusses and aviation heritage. Surrounded by vineyards and coastal farmland\, it’s an ideal destination for spending a leisurely Sunday with friends and family. \nEvent Details\n\nEvent: Saltwater Farm Vineyard Sunday Music Series\nVenue: Saltwater Farm Vineyard\nAddress: 349 Elm St.\, Stonington\, CT\nAdmission: Free\n\n2026 Sunday Schedule\nSunday\, July 19 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nDavid Swanson\nFood Truck: Twin Beaks Fried Chicken\n\nSunday\, July 26 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nBen Freiert\nFood Truck: Fire in the Kitchen Pizza Truck\n\nSunday\, August 2 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nJason Ingriselli\nFood Truck: The Rolling Tomato Pizza Truck\n\nSunday\, August 9 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nBen Kane\nFood Truck: The Rolling Tomato Pizza Truck\n\nSunday\, August 16 – 2:30 p.m. \n\nDan Watson\nFood Truck: The Rolling Tomato Pizza Truck\n\nSunday\, August 23 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nSteve Cleary\nFood Truck: Twin Beaks Fried Chicken\n\nSunday\, August 30 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nPhil Smith\nFood Truck: Fire in the Kitchen Pizza Truck\n\nAbout Saltwater Farm Vineyard\nLocated on the site of a former private airfield\, Saltwater Farm Vineyard blends history\, architecture\, and winemaking. The restored World War II-era hangar now serves as the winery\, preserving an important part of Stonington’s past while creating one of Connecticut’s most unique vineyard destinations. \nWhy Attend\n\nFree live music\nAward-winning wines\nRotating food trucks\nScenic vineyard setting\nRelaxing Sunday afternoons
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/saltwater-farm-vineyard-sunday-music-series/2026-08-16/
LOCATION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard\, 349 Elm Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saltwater Farm Vineyard
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SUMMARY:Ty Marshall at Saltwater Farm Vineyard
DESCRIPTION:Ty Marshall at Saltwater Farm Vineyard brings live local music to one of Stonington’s most distinctive vineyard settings on Friday\, August 14\, from 5 to 7 p.m. The performance is part of Saltwater Farm’s seasonal music schedule\, pairing an early Friday evening concert with wine and views across the vines and surrounding coastal landscape. \nMarshall is a local performer appearing around southeastern Connecticut\, but reliable published biographical information about him is limited. Rather than manufacture a résumé from scattered social listings\, the useful thing to know here is that this is a local singer-songwriter performance designed for the vineyard’s relaxed Friday-evening setting. \nAnd Saltwater Farm isn’t just scenery behind the music. The property has moved through several chapters of Stonington history\, from farmland to a small airport and eventually a vineyard\, with the former airplane hangar still standing at the center of it all. (Saltwater Farm Vineyard) \nAbout Ty Marshall\nTy Marshall performs locally in southeastern Connecticut\, including appearances at area wineries and other live-music venues. \nHis smaller-scale singer-songwriter format makes a natural fit for Saltwater Farm\, where the music accompanies the evening rather than turning the vineyard into a traditional concert venue. \nMarshall performs from 5 to 7 p.m.\, leaving plenty of time to arrive\, get a glass of wine and settle in before the music starts. \nAbout Saltwater Farm Vineyard\nSaltwater Farm Vineyard occupies 108 acres along Wequetequock Cove in Stonington\, but grapes are only the latest chapter in the property’s unusually long history. \nThe land traces its agricultural roots to 1653\, when Walter Palmer established a farm on roughly 230 acres surrounding the cove. Portions of that original property continued operating as farmland into the early 20th century. \nThen airplanes arrived. \nDuring the late 1930s\, William J. Foster established a small community airport on the property called Foster Field\, also known as Westone Airport. A hangar was designed by Stonington architect and engineer John W. Lincoln\, who is credited with sharing in the development of the Quonset hut. \nThe federal government closed the airport to public use after the United States entered World War II. Flying returned after the war when Henry R. Palmer Jr. operated Aero-Marine Service there\, offering commercial flights and flight training. \nThat venture lasted only a few years. \nOver the following decades\, the old hangar was put to work as a warehouse\, restaurant and manufacturing facility before eventually falling into disuse. \nFrom Airfield to Vineyard\nMichael Connery purchased the dormant property in 2001 and began its transformation into Saltwater Farm Vineyard. \nRather than demolish the old airport infrastructure\, the project preserved it. \nThe vintage hangar was restored and converted into the winery\, retaining its enormous timber trusses and original wood sheathing while adding a milled-aluminum exterior and modern winemaking facilities. Even the grassy landing strip was retained as part of the property. \nThe result doesn’t look quite like any other winery in southeastern Connecticut. You can sit with a glass of wine beside rows of vines while looking toward a building that once housed airplanes. \nWine and the Coastal Setting\nSaltwater Farm is bordered by the tidal marshes of Wequetequock Cove\, giving the property a decidedly coastal character. \nThe vineyard produces small-batch wines influenced by southern New England’s maritime growing conditions\, with the property itself providing much of the experience during warmer months. \nFriday’s performance takes advantage of that setting. This isn’t a show where everyone faces a stage in rows of seats. It’s meant to be an evening at the vineyard with live music folded into it. \nArriving near the beginning of the 5-to-7 p.m. window also gives visitors the chance to see the property while there’s still plenty of daylight. \nEvent Details\nDate: Friday\, August 14\, 2026 \nTime: 5:00–7:00 p.m. \nPerformer: Ty Marshall \nLocation: Saltwater Farm Vineyard \nAddress: 349 Elm Street\, Stonington\, CT 06378 \nSetting: Vineyard and winery housed in a restored former airport hangar on a 108-acre property bordering Wequetequock Cove. \nImportant Notes: This is an early-evening vineyard performance. Check with Saltwater Farm Vineyard for current information regarding seating\, food availability and any weather-related changes. \nMore Information\nFor more information\, visit the event website using the Event Website link below. \n  \n\n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/ty-marshall-at-saltwater-farm-vineyard/
LOCATION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard\, 349 Elm Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saltwater Farm Vineyard
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SUMMARY:Saltwater Farm Vineyard Thursday Music Series
DESCRIPTION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard Thursday Music Series brings live music\, local food trucks\, and handcrafted wines to the vineyard every Thursday evening throughout the summer. Beginning at 5 p.m.\, the free series offers the perfect way to unwind after work while enjoying performances from local musicians in one of southeastern Connecticut’s most picturesque winery settings. \nGuests can pair Saltwater Farm Vineyard’s wines with offerings from a rotating lineup of food trucks while listening to live music surrounded by rolling vineyards. Housed in a beautifully restored World War II-era airplane hangar\, the winery combines rich local history with modern winemaking to create a one-of-a-kind destination on the Connecticut shoreline. \nEvent Details\n\nEvent: Saltwater Farm Vineyard Thursday Music Series\nSchedule: Select Thursdays\nTime: 5:00 p.m.\nVenue: Saltwater Farm Vineyard\nAddress: 349 Elm St.\, Stonington\, CT\nAdmission: Free\n\n2026 Thursday Schedule\nThursday\, July 23 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nEric Nichols\nFood Truck: Fire in the Kitchen Pizza Truck\n\nThursday\, July 30 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nEthan Cash\nFood Truck: The Grazing Cart\n\nThursday\, August 6 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nNick Bosse\nFood Trucks:\n\nSouth County BBQ\nJ&R Seafood Raw Bar\n\n\n\nThursday\, August 13 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nBen Freiert\nFood Truck: J&R Seafood Raw Bar\n\nThursday\, August 20 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nDave Alves\nFood Truck: J&R Seafood Raw Bar\n\nThursday\, August 27 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nLuke & Mike\nFood Truck: South County BBQ\n\nAbout Saltwater Farm Vineyard\nFounded on the grounds of a former private airfield\, Saltwater Farm Vineyard preserves the property’s historic World War II-era hangar while producing award-winning wines in a spectacular coastal setting. The restored winery has become one of Connecticut’s premier destinations for wine\, live music\, and scenic outdoor gatherings. \nWhy Attend\n\nFree Thursday evening concerts\nAward-winning wines\nRotating food trucks\nHistoric vineyard setting\nRelaxed summer atmosphere
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/saltwater-farm-vineyard-thursday-music-series/2026-08-13/
LOCATION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard\, 349 Elm Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saltwater Farm Vineyard
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T190000
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SUMMARY:Saltwater Farm Vineyard Sunday Music Series
DESCRIPTION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard Sunday Music Series offers relaxing Sunday afternoons filled with live local music\, award-winning wines\, and rotating food trucks at one of Connecticut’s most distinctive vineyards. Held throughout the summer\, the free series invites guests to unwind among the vines while enjoying talented regional musicians in the peaceful setting of a beautifully restored historic property. \nSaltwater Farm Vineyard occupies the site of a former World War II-era private airfield. The property’s original airplane hangar has been transformed into a striking winery while preserving its soaring timber trusses and aviation heritage. Surrounded by vineyards and coastal farmland\, it’s an ideal destination for spending a leisurely Sunday with friends and family. \nEvent Details\n\nEvent: Saltwater Farm Vineyard Sunday Music Series\nVenue: Saltwater Farm Vineyard\nAddress: 349 Elm St.\, Stonington\, CT\nAdmission: Free\n\n2026 Sunday Schedule\nSunday\, July 19 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nDavid Swanson\nFood Truck: Twin Beaks Fried Chicken\n\nSunday\, July 26 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nBen Freiert\nFood Truck: Fire in the Kitchen Pizza Truck\n\nSunday\, August 2 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nJason Ingriselli\nFood Truck: The Rolling Tomato Pizza Truck\n\nSunday\, August 9 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nBen Kane\nFood Truck: The Rolling Tomato Pizza Truck\n\nSunday\, August 16 – 2:30 p.m. \n\nDan Watson\nFood Truck: The Rolling Tomato Pizza Truck\n\nSunday\, August 23 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nSteve Cleary\nFood Truck: Twin Beaks Fried Chicken\n\nSunday\, August 30 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nPhil Smith\nFood Truck: Fire in the Kitchen Pizza Truck\n\nAbout Saltwater Farm Vineyard\nLocated on the site of a former private airfield\, Saltwater Farm Vineyard blends history\, architecture\, and winemaking. The restored World War II-era hangar now serves as the winery\, preserving an important part of Stonington’s past while creating one of Connecticut’s most unique vineyard destinations. \nWhy Attend\n\nFree live music\nAward-winning wines\nRotating food trucks\nScenic vineyard setting\nRelaxing Sunday afternoons
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/saltwater-farm-vineyard-sunday-music-series/2026-08-09/
LOCATION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard\, 349 Elm Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saltwater Farm Vineyard
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T200000
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SUMMARY:Saltwater Farm Vineyard Thursday Music Series
DESCRIPTION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard Thursday Music Series brings live music\, local food trucks\, and handcrafted wines to the vineyard every Thursday evening throughout the summer. Beginning at 5 p.m.\, the free series offers the perfect way to unwind after work while enjoying performances from local musicians in one of southeastern Connecticut’s most picturesque winery settings. \nGuests can pair Saltwater Farm Vineyard’s wines with offerings from a rotating lineup of food trucks while listening to live music surrounded by rolling vineyards. Housed in a beautifully restored World War II-era airplane hangar\, the winery combines rich local history with modern winemaking to create a one-of-a-kind destination on the Connecticut shoreline. \nEvent Details\n\nEvent: Saltwater Farm Vineyard Thursday Music Series\nSchedule: Select Thursdays\nTime: 5:00 p.m.\nVenue: Saltwater Farm Vineyard\nAddress: 349 Elm St.\, Stonington\, CT\nAdmission: Free\n\n2026 Thursday Schedule\nThursday\, July 23 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nEric Nichols\nFood Truck: Fire in the Kitchen Pizza Truck\n\nThursday\, July 30 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nEthan Cash\nFood Truck: The Grazing Cart\n\nThursday\, August 6 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nNick Bosse\nFood Trucks:\n\nSouth County BBQ\nJ&R Seafood Raw Bar\n\n\n\nThursday\, August 13 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nBen Freiert\nFood Truck: J&R Seafood Raw Bar\n\nThursday\, August 20 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nDave Alves\nFood Truck: J&R Seafood Raw Bar\n\nThursday\, August 27 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nLuke & Mike\nFood Truck: South County BBQ\n\nAbout Saltwater Farm Vineyard\nFounded on the grounds of a former private airfield\, Saltwater Farm Vineyard preserves the property’s historic World War II-era hangar while producing award-winning wines in a spectacular coastal setting. The restored winery has become one of Connecticut’s premier destinations for wine\, live music\, and scenic outdoor gatherings. \nWhy Attend\n\nFree Thursday evening concerts\nAward-winning wines\nRotating food trucks\nHistoric vineyard setting\nRelaxed summer atmosphere
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/saltwater-farm-vineyard-thursday-music-series/2026-08-06/
LOCATION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard\, 349 Elm Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saltwater Farm Vineyard
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260802T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260802T190000
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SUMMARY:Saltwater Farm Vineyard Sunday Music Series
DESCRIPTION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard Sunday Music Series offers relaxing Sunday afternoons filled with live local music\, award-winning wines\, and rotating food trucks at one of Connecticut’s most distinctive vineyards. Held throughout the summer\, the free series invites guests to unwind among the vines while enjoying talented regional musicians in the peaceful setting of a beautifully restored historic property. \nSaltwater Farm Vineyard occupies the site of a former World War II-era private airfield. The property’s original airplane hangar has been transformed into a striking winery while preserving its soaring timber trusses and aviation heritage. Surrounded by vineyards and coastal farmland\, it’s an ideal destination for spending a leisurely Sunday with friends and family. \nEvent Details\n\nEvent: Saltwater Farm Vineyard Sunday Music Series\nVenue: Saltwater Farm Vineyard\nAddress: 349 Elm St.\, Stonington\, CT\nAdmission: Free\n\n2026 Sunday Schedule\nSunday\, July 19 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nDavid Swanson\nFood Truck: Twin Beaks Fried Chicken\n\nSunday\, July 26 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nBen Freiert\nFood Truck: Fire in the Kitchen Pizza Truck\n\nSunday\, August 2 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nJason Ingriselli\nFood Truck: The Rolling Tomato Pizza Truck\n\nSunday\, August 9 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nBen Kane\nFood Truck: The Rolling Tomato Pizza Truck\n\nSunday\, August 16 – 2:30 p.m. \n\nDan Watson\nFood Truck: The Rolling Tomato Pizza Truck\n\nSunday\, August 23 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nSteve Cleary\nFood Truck: Twin Beaks Fried Chicken\n\nSunday\, August 30 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nPhil Smith\nFood Truck: Fire in the Kitchen Pizza Truck\n\nAbout Saltwater Farm Vineyard\nLocated on the site of a former private airfield\, Saltwater Farm Vineyard blends history\, architecture\, and winemaking. The restored World War II-era hangar now serves as the winery\, preserving an important part of Stonington’s past while creating one of Connecticut’s most unique vineyard destinations. \nWhy Attend\n\nFree live music\nAward-winning wines\nRotating food trucks\nScenic vineyard setting\nRelaxing Sunday afternoons
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/saltwater-farm-vineyard-sunday-music-series/2026-08-02/
LOCATION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard\, 349 Elm Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saltwater Farm Vineyard
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260802T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260802T170000
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SUMMARY:Jason Ingriselli at Saltwater Farm Vineyard
DESCRIPTION:Jason Ingriselli at Saltwater Farm Vineyard brings an afternoon of original country music to one of Connecticut’s most scenic wineries on Sunday\, August 2\, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Blending modern country with influences from ’90s country\, heartland rock\, and a touch of punk attitude\, Ingriselli has become one of New England’s fastest-rising independent country artists\, earning fans through energetic live performances and authentic songwriting. \nA Connecticut native\, Jason Ingriselli launched his country music career after a life-changing solo trip to Nashville in 2014\, an experience that inspired his breakout single\, “Stone Walls.” His independently released debut album\, The Miles North\, featured collaborations with Grand Ole Opry members\, Grammy-winning Nashville session musicians\, and talented performers from Connecticut’s thriving music scene. Since forming his backing band\, The Miles North\, Ingriselli has built his reputation the traditional way: one live show at a time. The group has shared the stage with national artists including Eli Young Band\, Chris Janson\, Matt Stell\, Little River Band\, and Avery Anna while earning a nomination for the 2024 New England Music Award for Country Act of the Year. \nFans can expect a mix of original songs such as “Matches to Burn\,” “Let’s Go Find Heaven\,” “Boston\,” “Destination\,” and the 2025 release “Wide Open\,” along with the polished musicianship of The Miles North featuring Nick Santore on lead guitar\, Andrew Kraemer on pedal steel and lap steel\, Erik Kukanskis on bass\, and Jerrod Cattey on drums. Together\, they have helped define what Ingriselli proudly calls “New England Country Music\,” a sound that reflects both the traditions of country music and the character of the Northeast. \nSet inside a beautifully restored 1930s airplane hangar overlooking vineyards and the tidal marshes of Stonington\, Saltwater Farm Vineyard provides a memorable setting for live music. Guests can relax with award-winning wines while enjoying an afternoon performance surrounded by one of southeastern Connecticut’s most picturesque landscapes. \nEvent Details\nEvent: Jason Ingriselli at Saltwater Farm Vineyard \nDate: Sunday\, August 2\, 2026 \nTime: 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. \nLocation: Saltwater Farm Vineyard\n349 Elm Street\nStonington\, CT 06378 \n  \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/jason-ingriselli-at-saltwater-farm-vineyard/
LOCATION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard\, 349 Elm Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saltwater Farm Vineyard
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T200000
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SUMMARY:Saltwater Farm Vineyard Thursday Music Series
DESCRIPTION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard Thursday Music Series brings live music\, local food trucks\, and handcrafted wines to the vineyard every Thursday evening throughout the summer. Beginning at 5 p.m.\, the free series offers the perfect way to unwind after work while enjoying performances from local musicians in one of southeastern Connecticut’s most picturesque winery settings. \nGuests can pair Saltwater Farm Vineyard’s wines with offerings from a rotating lineup of food trucks while listening to live music surrounded by rolling vineyards. Housed in a beautifully restored World War II-era airplane hangar\, the winery combines rich local history with modern winemaking to create a one-of-a-kind destination on the Connecticut shoreline. \nEvent Details\n\nEvent: Saltwater Farm Vineyard Thursday Music Series\nSchedule: Select Thursdays\nTime: 5:00 p.m.\nVenue: Saltwater Farm Vineyard\nAddress: 349 Elm St.\, Stonington\, CT\nAdmission: Free\n\n2026 Thursday Schedule\nThursday\, July 23 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nEric Nichols\nFood Truck: Fire in the Kitchen Pizza Truck\n\nThursday\, July 30 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nEthan Cash\nFood Truck: The Grazing Cart\n\nThursday\, August 6 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nNick Bosse\nFood Trucks:\n\nSouth County BBQ\nJ&R Seafood Raw Bar\n\n\n\nThursday\, August 13 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nBen Freiert\nFood Truck: J&R Seafood Raw Bar\n\nThursday\, August 20 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nDave Alves\nFood Truck: J&R Seafood Raw Bar\n\nThursday\, August 27 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nLuke & Mike\nFood Truck: South County BBQ\n\nAbout Saltwater Farm Vineyard\nFounded on the grounds of a former private airfield\, Saltwater Farm Vineyard preserves the property’s historic World War II-era hangar while producing award-winning wines in a spectacular coastal setting. The restored winery has become one of Connecticut’s premier destinations for wine\, live music\, and scenic outdoor gatherings. \nWhy Attend\n\nFree Thursday evening concerts\nAward-winning wines\nRotating food trucks\nHistoric vineyard setting\nRelaxed summer atmosphere
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/saltwater-farm-vineyard-thursday-music-series/2026-07-30/
LOCATION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard\, 349 Elm Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saltwater Farm Vineyard
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260726T190000
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CREATED:20260717T031402Z
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SUMMARY:Saltwater Farm Vineyard Sunday Music Series
DESCRIPTION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard Sunday Music Series offers relaxing Sunday afternoons filled with live local music\, award-winning wines\, and rotating food trucks at one of Connecticut’s most distinctive vineyards. Held throughout the summer\, the free series invites guests to unwind among the vines while enjoying talented regional musicians in the peaceful setting of a beautifully restored historic property. \nSaltwater Farm Vineyard occupies the site of a former World War II-era private airfield. The property’s original airplane hangar has been transformed into a striking winery while preserving its soaring timber trusses and aviation heritage. Surrounded by vineyards and coastal farmland\, it’s an ideal destination for spending a leisurely Sunday with friends and family. \nEvent Details\n\nEvent: Saltwater Farm Vineyard Sunday Music Series\nVenue: Saltwater Farm Vineyard\nAddress: 349 Elm St.\, Stonington\, CT\nAdmission: Free\n\n2026 Sunday Schedule\nSunday\, July 19 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nDavid Swanson\nFood Truck: Twin Beaks Fried Chicken\n\nSunday\, July 26 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nBen Freiert\nFood Truck: Fire in the Kitchen Pizza Truck\n\nSunday\, August 2 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nJason Ingriselli\nFood Truck: The Rolling Tomato Pizza Truck\n\nSunday\, August 9 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nBen Kane\nFood Truck: The Rolling Tomato Pizza Truck\n\nSunday\, August 16 – 2:30 p.m. \n\nDan Watson\nFood Truck: The Rolling Tomato Pizza Truck\n\nSunday\, August 23 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nSteve Cleary\nFood Truck: Twin Beaks Fried Chicken\n\nSunday\, August 30 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nPhil Smith\nFood Truck: Fire in the Kitchen Pizza Truck\n\nAbout Saltwater Farm Vineyard\nLocated on the site of a former private airfield\, Saltwater Farm Vineyard blends history\, architecture\, and winemaking. The restored World War II-era hangar now serves as the winery\, preserving an important part of Stonington’s past while creating one of Connecticut’s most unique vineyard destinations. \nWhy Attend\n\nFree live music\nAward-winning wines\nRotating food trucks\nScenic vineyard setting\nRelaxing Sunday afternoons
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/saltwater-farm-vineyard-sunday-music-series/2026-07-26/
LOCATION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard\, 349 Elm Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saltwater Farm Vineyard
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T210000
DTSTAMP:20260722T221452Z
CREATED:20260722T221452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T221452Z
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SUMMARY:Sip\, Sway & Support at Saltwater Farm Vineyard
DESCRIPTION:Sip\, Sway & Support at Saltwater Farm Vineyard brings together fine wine\, local music\, craft beer\, food\, and community for an evening benefiting the Arthritis Foundation on Friday\, July 24\, from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. Held at the picturesque Saltwater Farm Vineyard in Stonington\, the fundraiser offers guests the opportunity to enjoy live entertainment\, great food\, and local beverages while supporting an important cause. \nThroughout the evening\, attendees can sample wines from Saltwater Farm Vineyard\, enjoy beer tastings\, and purchase food from the Rolling Tomato food truck. The event also features live music\, a basket raffle\, and a relaxed atmosphere overlooking one of southeastern Connecticut’s most scenic vineyards. Whether you’re attending to support the Arthritis Foundation\, spend time with friends\, or simply enjoy a summer evening at the vineyard\, the event offers a fun way to give back while celebrating the season. \nEvent Details\nEvent: Sip\, Sway & Support \nDate: Friday\, July 24\, 2026 \nTime: 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. \nLocation: Saltwater Farm Vineyard\n349 Elm Street\nStonington\, CT 06378 \nAdmission: $35 per person \nFeatures: \n\nFine wine\nLocal live music\nBeer tasting\nRolling Tomato food truck\nBasket raffle\n\nParking: Carpooling is recommended. \nTickets\nTickets are available by clicking the Ticketing link below or by texting Kate at 401-326-5033. \nMore Information\nAdditional event information is available by clicking the Event Link below. \n  \n 
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/sip-sway-support-at-saltwater-farm-vineyard/
LOCATION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard\, 349 Elm Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saltwater Farm Vineyard
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SUMMARY:Saltwater Farm Vineyard Thursday Music Series
DESCRIPTION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard Thursday Music Series brings live music\, local food trucks\, and handcrafted wines to the vineyard every Thursday evening throughout the summer. Beginning at 5 p.m.\, the free series offers the perfect way to unwind after work while enjoying performances from local musicians in one of southeastern Connecticut’s most picturesque winery settings. \nGuests can pair Saltwater Farm Vineyard’s wines with offerings from a rotating lineup of food trucks while listening to live music surrounded by rolling vineyards. Housed in a beautifully restored World War II-era airplane hangar\, the winery combines rich local history with modern winemaking to create a one-of-a-kind destination on the Connecticut shoreline. \nEvent Details\n\nEvent: Saltwater Farm Vineyard Thursday Music Series\nSchedule: Select Thursdays\nTime: 5:00 p.m.\nVenue: Saltwater Farm Vineyard\nAddress: 349 Elm St.\, Stonington\, CT\nAdmission: Free\n\n2026 Thursday Schedule\nThursday\, July 23 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nEric Nichols\nFood Truck: Fire in the Kitchen Pizza Truck\n\nThursday\, July 30 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nEthan Cash\nFood Truck: The Grazing Cart\n\nThursday\, August 6 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nNick Bosse\nFood Trucks:\n\nSouth County BBQ\nJ&R Seafood Raw Bar\n\n\n\nThursday\, August 13 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nBen Freiert\nFood Truck: J&R Seafood Raw Bar\n\nThursday\, August 20 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nDave Alves\nFood Truck: J&R Seafood Raw Bar\n\nThursday\, August 27 – 5:00 p.m. \n\nLuke & Mike\nFood Truck: South County BBQ\n\nAbout Saltwater Farm Vineyard\nFounded on the grounds of a former private airfield\, Saltwater Farm Vineyard preserves the property’s historic World War II-era hangar while producing award-winning wines in a spectacular coastal setting. The restored winery has become one of Connecticut’s premier destinations for wine\, live music\, and scenic outdoor gatherings. \nWhy Attend\n\nFree Thursday evening concerts\nAward-winning wines\nRotating food trucks\nHistoric vineyard setting\nRelaxed summer atmosphere
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/saltwater-farm-vineyard-thursday-music-series/2026-07-23/
LOCATION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard\, 349 Elm Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saltwater Farm Vineyard
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260719T150000
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SUMMARY:Saltwater Farm Vineyard Sunday Music Series
DESCRIPTION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard Sunday Music Series offers relaxing Sunday afternoons filled with live local music\, award-winning wines\, and rotating food trucks at one of Connecticut’s most distinctive vineyards. Held throughout the summer\, the free series invites guests to unwind among the vines while enjoying talented regional musicians in the peaceful setting of a beautifully restored historic property. \nSaltwater Farm Vineyard occupies the site of a former World War II-era private airfield. The property’s original airplane hangar has been transformed into a striking winery while preserving its soaring timber trusses and aviation heritage. Surrounded by vineyards and coastal farmland\, it’s an ideal destination for spending a leisurely Sunday with friends and family. \nEvent Details\n\nEvent: Saltwater Farm Vineyard Sunday Music Series\nVenue: Saltwater Farm Vineyard\nAddress: 349 Elm St.\, Stonington\, CT\nAdmission: Free\n\n2026 Sunday Schedule\nSunday\, July 19 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nDavid Swanson\nFood Truck: Twin Beaks Fried Chicken\n\nSunday\, July 26 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nBen Freiert\nFood Truck: Fire in the Kitchen Pizza Truck\n\nSunday\, August 2 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nJason Ingriselli\nFood Truck: The Rolling Tomato Pizza Truck\n\nSunday\, August 9 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nBen Kane\nFood Truck: The Rolling Tomato Pizza Truck\n\nSunday\, August 16 – 2:30 p.m. \n\nDan Watson\nFood Truck: The Rolling Tomato Pizza Truck\n\nSunday\, August 23 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nSteve Cleary\nFood Truck: Twin Beaks Fried Chicken\n\nSunday\, August 30 – 3:00 p.m. \n\nPhil Smith\nFood Truck: Fire in the Kitchen Pizza Truck\n\nAbout Saltwater Farm Vineyard\nLocated on the site of a former private airfield\, Saltwater Farm Vineyard blends history\, architecture\, and winemaking. The restored World War II-era hangar now serves as the winery\, preserving an important part of Stonington’s past while creating one of Connecticut’s most unique vineyard destinations. \nWhy Attend\n\nFree live music\nAward-winning wines\nRotating food trucks\nScenic vineyard setting\nRelaxing Sunday afternoons
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/saltwater-farm-vineyard-sunday-music-series/2026-07-19/
LOCATION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard\, 349 Elm Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saltwater Farm Vineyard
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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:Sunday Funday Music Featuring Luke & Anthony + Fire in the Kitchen Food Truck
DESCRIPTION:Join us Sunday\, May 3rd\, for Sunday Funday music featuring Luke & Anthony\, 3 pm – 5 pm.  \nFire in the Kitchen pizza truck will also be on-site. \nA selection of cheese\, crackers\, and other nibbles available for purchase\, and guests are welcome to bring their own food. \nSFV wines are available by the glass or bottle\, plus a selection of CT craft beer and more. No outside alcohol is permitted.\nTo make a reservation\, please email tastingroom@saltwaterfarmvineyard.com
URL:https://thectbeacon.com/event/sunday-funday-music-featuring-luke-anthony-fire-in-the-kitchen-food-truck/
LOCATION:Saltwater Farm Vineyard\, 349 Elm Street\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saltwater Farm Vineyard
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