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Many council members will face primary challengers

Hector Diaz. Photo: Connecticut Post Bridgeport's City Council race is an example of "democracy at work," says the local newspaper. Seventeen Democratic candidates have successfully forced primaries in nine of Bridgeport’s 10 council districts. That means challengers have received enough signatures to force their incumbent councilperson into a primary election on Sept. 12. The primary race…

Caribe Youth Saturday Academy Math and Reading Tutoring Program

Bridgeport Caribe Youth Leaders in partnership with the University of Bridgeport is providing a Math & Reading Tutoring Program for students in grades 3 to 8. The program is held Saturdays 9:00am – 12:00pm at the University of Bridgeport campus. September 16, 2017 (Pre-Test) Last Day: November 18, 2017 REGISTER TODAY AS SPACE IS LIMITED!…

Stratford Hispanic Heritage Committee’s Latin Music Festival

Sunday, September 10, 2017 12PM - 6PM (Rain date September 17, 2017) The festival will take place on the grounds of the Paradise Green Gazebo located between Main Street and Huntington Road in Stratford. If you need additional information, please contact: Olga Peña (203) 820-3658 olgaap57@yahoo.com or Gladys Ramos (203) 377-2017 josgla@optonline.net Download the flyer…

Greater Bridgeport Transit Public Hearing on Upcoming Bus Service Changes

GBT will be holding a public hearing on what could be a series of bus service changes (reductions, re-routings, schedule modifications and fare increases) in the Bridgeport Region this fall. These service changes are being considered to improve service and as part of a series of budget balancing measures GBT is undertaking. Tuesday, August 22,…

We are seeking classroom materials to support and strengthen the needs of a classroom for effective teaching and learning. For more information please contact Lisette Colon Phone: 203-275-1042 Email: lcolon@bridgeportedu.net Download the flyer

What is better than reading to a classroom of excited first grade students as they enter first grade. Sign up today to experience the joy of giving each first grade student a brand new book. It will be the best thing you do in September. You will love reading this fun book written by Michelle…

BCYL Fall Softball/Baseball/Cheerleading and Basketball

Friday 8/11, 8/18, 8/25 5:00pm – 7:00pm Saturday 8/12, 8/19, 8/26 10:00am – 1:00pm Monday – Friday 10:00am –3:00pm BCYL Office 1067 Park Avenue Bridgeport, CT Or register online at bcyl.org Download the baseball/softball flyer Download the basketball/cheerleading flyer

Casting Multi-Generational, Mexican-American Families For Documentary Style Project

Calling all Mexican-American families! Casting a documentary style commercial for Airbnb followin g a real family as they travel from the US to Mexico. NO ACTING EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. (We prefer non-actors) Interested in: Families who live in the US with Mexican roots (it's ok if only one family member is of Mexican heritage) Multi-generational families with Grandparents that can…

Women’s Business Development Council Training Program: A Guide to Plan for Success

Register now for GPS - A Guide to Plan for Success, WBDC's newest and most comprehensive training program for people learning to work on their business plan, whether you’re a startup or emerging business. Gain a comprehensive understanding of business building fundamentals and emerge from this class with a solid a well thought out plan. This…

Thank You for Making GBLN’s Sold Out Soulsa Sunset Cruise a Truly Memorable Evening

THANK YOU GE Credit Union, Port Jefferson Ferry and Peralta Design GBLN’s Sold-Out Soulsa Sunset Cruise was a truly memorable evening! Watch our video on Facebook