Ben Bankas
2026-06-21 19:00 - 23:30 (America/New_York) | Vinnie Brand’s Stress Factory Comedy Club, 167 State Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
Originally from Toronto, Canada Ben Bankas now lives in Austin, TX where he performs as a regular at the Comedy Mothership. Ben created a following of loyal fans from across the world while selling out shows in Canada before doing the same in the USA. Ben has performed with the likes of Tony Hinchcliffe, Andrew Schulz. Ben’s Podcast “Bankas Podcast has featured numerous comedians seen on Kill Tony. Ben has headlined notable venues such as Danforth Music Hall in Toronto, Canada, The Hollywood Improv in Hollywood, California and New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark, New Jersey.

James Taylor
2026-06-22 19:30 - 22:30 | Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater, 500 Broad Street, Bridgeport, CT, 06604

Free Headshots at the Library
2026-06-23 12:00 - 14:30 | Bridgeport Public Main Library – Burroughs-Saden, 925 Broad Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
Need a professional headshot, for work, business needs, or other needs? Register & come to get your headshot photo taken for free. Photos will be taken by Jay Miscensik & Geralene Valentine. Timeslots are for 10 minutes.
Registration is required. Register & choose your timeslot with Librarian Adam Cleri by emailing him at acleri@bridgeportpubliclibrary.org. Please email your first, second, & third choices of ten minute time slots (e.g. 12:30-12:40). Be sure to come dressed & prepared for your timeslot.

Colorful Conversations
2026-06-24 12:00 - 13:00 | Fruta Juice Bar, 1000 Lafayette Blvd., Bridgeport, CT, 06604
Colorful Conversations are held on the last Wednesday of every month from 12:00pm to 1:00pm, this series is designed as an easy, energizing way to spend your lunch hour. Each gathering will take place at a rotating Downtown location, creating opportunities to explore local spots while connecting with others in the community.
Each session will begin with brief introductions and an engaging topic. Topics will remain light and fun, ranging from “What’s your favorite color, and why?” to “What inspires you most about this community?,” with space to shape discussions around what you want to talk about.
Our goal is to bring together residents, business owners, artists, visitors, and community stakeholders in a welcoming Downtown setting.
Our June Colorful Conversation will be held at Fruta Juice Bar on Wednesday, June 24 at 12:00pm to 1:00pm.
Spots are limited to 20, so please register using the form below.
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3 Secrets to Talking So Your Teen Daughter Actually Listens: Less Conflict, More Connection
2026-06-24 18:00 - 19:00 | Bridgeport Public Main Library – Burroughs-Saden, 925 Broad Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
This workshop offers a fresh perspective on what truly helps teens open up. Parents will learn emotional regulation tools, practical scripts, conversation starters and strategies to reduce friction and foster trust. This workshop is rooted in child development and research, and focuses on building strong, lasting relationships.
This workshop will be hosted by Caroline Covert, LMSW & Certified Teen Wisdom® Life Coach (Room2Realize) and Kristen Ancker, Certified Positive Discipline Facilitator & School Consultant (M.S. Ed., AMS).

Jimmy Eat World
2026-06-24 19:00 - 22:00 | Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater, 500 Broad Street, Bridgeport, CT, 06604
JIMMY EAT WORLD – 25 YEARS OF BLEED AMERICAN

Poetz Realm Connecticut Open Mic
2026-06-24 20:00 - 23:30, 2026-07-01 20:00 - 23:30 | BPT Creates, 1001-14 Main Street, Bridgeport, CT, 06604, United States
This is your stage! Poets, singers, lyricists, storytellers, and wildcard creatives—bring your fire. First-timer or veteran, your voice belongs here.

Pop-Up Candle Making with NaturalAnnie Essentials
2026-06-25 18:00 - 19:30 | Bridgeport Public Main Library – Burroughs-Saden, 925 Broad Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
Join us for a guided, hands-on candle pouring experience with local maker, NaturalAnnie Essentials! Participants will get the opportunity to create their very own 4 oz. candle – with 2 scents! – as they learn about the traditional art of candle pouring.
Adults only. Registration required, 25 participants max.

Kel Perez
2026-06-25 19:30 - 21:30 | Vinnie Brand’s Stress Factory Comedy Club, 167 State Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
Kel Perez is a viral sensation and stand-up comedian who has captivated millions with his hilarious social media skits. As a Hispanic he started creating funny relatable videos that eventually took the internet by storm and started to reach not only hispanics but all different people from different backgrounds. His unique brand of humor has earned him features on major networks like Telemundo, Univision, and more. With a massive online following, he’s now taking his talent to the stage, delivering hilarious performances that leave live audiences in stitches. He’s quickly becoming a favorite on the comedy circuit. Whether performing in clubs, theaters, or on social media, Kel connects with audiences through his unique perspective and engaging storytelling.

Red Velvet Burlesque
2026-06-25 19:30 - 21:30 | Downtown Cabaret Theatre, 263 Golden Hill Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
Red Velvet returns to the Downtown Cabaret Theatre for one unforgettable night of glamour, tease, and show stopping performances. Join us May 21, 2026 at 7:30 PM for an evening that celebrates classic burlesque style with a modern edge.
This high energy, ADULTS ONLY show features dazzling costumes, bold choreography, and performers who know exactly how to command the stage. It is playful, seductive, and packed with personality from start to finish.
Tickets are $35 all in!
Perfect for a night out with friends, a date night, or anyone looking for something a little daring and a lot of fun!

A Chorus Line
2026-06-26, 2026-06-27, 2026-06-28 | Downtown Cabaret Theatre, 263 Golden Hill Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
A Chorus Line is a stunning concept musical capturing the spirit and tension of a Broadway ensemble audition. Exploring the inner lives and bittersweet ambitions of professional Broadway performers, the show features one powerhouse number after another, including “What I Did for Love,” “One,” “I Can Do That,” “At the Ballet,” “The Music and the Mirror” and “I Hope I Get It.” A brilliantly complex fusion of song, dance and compellingly authentic drama, A Chorus Line was instantly recognized as a classic.

Teen Night: Hamilton Sing-Along
2026-06-26 17:30 - 20:30 | Bridgeport Pride Center, 166 Elm St, Bridgeport, CT, 06604, United States
Send your teens downtown to the Bridgeport Pride Center for a fun night of belting out all the parts of Hamilton!

Community Puzzle Night: Biggie
2026-06-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Kindred Thoughts Bookstore, 1001 Main St, Ste #8, Bridgeport, CT, 06604, United States
Join us on Fri, June 26, 2026 at 6:00 PM for a fun-filled evening of puzzle-solving with your neighbors and friends. This month’s puzzle is “Biggie” in honor of Black Music Month.
This event is a great way to relax, socialize, and challenge your brain. No experience necessary – all skill levels are welcome! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with other puzzlers in the community and enjoy a night of collaborative fun. See you there!
Snacks and beverages provided. And we’ll be spinning tunes from Biggie, Mary, Faith and of course, the Queen B!
Feel free to bring your favorite snack and bev!
$5 gets you in on the fun!

Get Fit & Lit
2026-06-27 07:00 - 09:00 | Seaside Park, 1 Barnum Dyke, Bridgeport, CT, 06604, United States
Hey Kinfolk! We’re going outside!!
We are thrilled to announce our Fit & Lit audiobook club! We’re leaving the snacks and chairs behind at the bookstore and trading them for the refreshing experience of fresh air, scenic water views, and community building as we walk and listen to audiobooks. And, in addition to getting fit, you’ll have the opportunity to win a $30 Libro.fm gift certificate! (Aww shucks!)
Here’s how it will work:
– Beginning May 2nd at 7am meet us at the entrance to Seaside Park (the Arches) for our weekly walk (earn 1 point per each weekly group walk)
– Join or maintain a Libro.fm membership* throughout the duration of the program (earn 5 points)
– Purchase a Libro.fm audiobook (earn 2 points per book purchased)
– Purchase a health/self care Libro.fm audiobook (earn 3 points per book purchased)
The person with the most points at the end of August/our last walk will win. All memberships and audiobook purchases must be attributed to Kindred Thoughts Bookstore.
*You do not need a membership to purchase the audiobooks. Find the link to our Libro.fm page on our profile and website: KindredThoughts.shop
We’re looking forward to seeing you at The Arches!

A Taste of History: Three Dishes from Days Gone By
2026-06-27 13:00 - 15:00 | Bridgeport Public Main Library – Burroughs-Saden, 925 Broad Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
A Taste of History: Three Dishes from Days Gone By In-Person
Every wonder what the Founding Fathers ate? What it may have tasted, or felt, like? Come find out with samples from three historic dishes as you watch them get made! Presented by TasteBuds CT. Registration required. Ages 13 and up.

Skateport
2026-06-27 15:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-27 16:00 - 20:00 | Post Office Square, 1155 Main Street, Bridgeport, CT, 06604
Skateport is designed to spread and support the culture of roller skating by creating spaces to skate. Seasoned skaters, new skaters, aspiring skaters, and spectators are invited to join us!

Double Feature with Dhafir and Tiki
2026-06-27 15:00 - 20:00 | Bridgeport Pride Center, 166 Elm St, Bridgeport, CT, 06604, United States
Come on downtown to the Bridgeport Pride Center, get comfy, and watch Camp and Wet Hot American Summer with Dhafir and Tiki.

Seussical Jr.
2026-06-27 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-28 14:00 - 17:00 | The Bijou Theatre, 275 Fairfield Ave, Bridgeport, CT, 06605, United States
Oh the places you’ll go, oh the songs you will sing! Come meet a Cat, a Who and a Thing! See your favorite Dr. Seuss characters brought to life in this Jr. musical!

Author Talk: Andreyah Maria Hernandez Black
2026-06-27 17:00 - 19:00 | Kindred Thoughts Bookstore, 1001 Main St, Ste #8, Bridgeport, CT, 06604, United States
Join us on Saturday, June 27th at 5pm for an uplifting discussion with CT based author, Andreyah Maria Hernandez Black regarding her new book, Revelations for Resilience: Whispers from the Divine for Soul Care. ABOUT THE BOOK:
What if the grief, loss, pain, unforgiveness, and uncertainity you’ve been carrying could be the doorway to hope, peace, joy, love, clarity, effective prayer and spiritual strength?
What if the invisible wounds you hide could lead you into a deeper, more intimate connection with God through prayer and meditation?
Revelations for Resilience: Whispers from the Divine for Soul Care is your invitation into that sacred transformation.
Born from a season of profound losses, spousal abandonment, emotional trauma, and post-traumatic stress, this book emerged from a place where survival required steadfast faith, self-care, soul-care, self-empowerment, and divine intervention. In moments of silence, forgiveness and humility the author began to receive gentle whispers from God-words of encouragement, divine revelation, and healing-line by line, breath by breath.
This collection of inspirational poetry and devotional reflections captures those divine conversations. Each page offers solace, strength, and spiritual grounding for anyone navigating grief, loss, betrayal, unforgiveness, loneliness, or emotional overwhelm.
Drawing from decades of experience as a licensed international evangelist, since 2004, an alternative medicine practitioner, entrepreneur, professional fitness specialist, arts educator and a gifted performing artist, since 1986, AndreYAH Maria Hernandez Black blends spiritual wisdom, holistic wellness, and creative expression to support emotional, physical, and spiritual restoration.
This book doesn’t just speak to your pain-
It speaks for it.

Soundbath and Beyond
2026-06-28 08:00 - 17:00 | Bridgeport Pride Center, 166 Elm St, Bridgeport, CT, 06604, United States
Come relax with Julia, owner of Soundbath and Beyond, as we experience the benefits of meditation and sound at the Bridgeport Pride Center.
Come relax with Julia, owner of Soundbath and Beyond, as we experience the benefits of meditation and sound at the Bridgeport Pride Center on July 12th at 10am.
Sink into the Theta Brainwaves with the vibrations of crystal bowls Tibetan bowls, drums, flutes and chimes.
Don’t forget a blanket, mat and pillow!
Space is limited to 12 sports, so sign up soon

Recollective
2026-06-28 10:00 - 16:00 | Recollective, 588 State Street, Bridgeport, CT, 06604
Recollective is a multi-vendor vintage and antique marketplace that takes a fresh approach to the vintage market scene. Think antiques, salvage finds, one of a kind vintage, local makers and a cozy café to fuel your treasure hunt. The spirit lives on in Downtown Bridgeport.

A Taste of Ireland - The Irish Music & Dance Sensation
2026-06-28 15:00 - 18:00 | The Klein Memorial Auditorium, 910 Fairfield Avenue, Bridgeport, CT, 06605, United States
Direct from Off-Broadway and London’s West End, the internationally acclaimed A Taste of Ireland Company returns with its flagship production—‘A Taste of Ireland—The Irish Music & Dance Sensation’—touring the USA in 2026. Laugh, cry, and jig into the night with a production that is Celtic, for this generation.
Performed by former World Irish dance champions, and featuring dancers from Lord of the Dance, Riverdance, and the recent West End cast of Éireann, ‘A Taste of Ireland’ brings the spirit and energy of modern Ireland to life with a pint of Irish wit. Watch world-class performers blend melodic folk mash-ups, live jaw-dropping acapella tap battles, and heartfelt storytelling in a live celebration of Irish music and dance.
Featuring revamped classics of Danny Boy, Tell Me Ma, Wild Rover, and many more well-known songs, the show’s reimagined contemporary score blossoms alongside the brash Irish charm of the live dance cast. ‘A Taste of Ireland’ merges cultural traditions, modern flair, and craic galore to deliver a performance that has been leaving audiences across the globe jigging on their feet for the last decade.
With over one hundred and fifty 5-star Facebook reviews, ‘A Taste of Ireland’ is exactly what it promises: a taste of everything you love about Ireland—with a generous helping of more. ‘A Taste of Ireland’ is a show with 100% live singing and dancing that fuses storytelling, modern Irish dance, tap, and contemporary performance to bring Ireland’s stories to life on stage.
With a strictly limited USA run, see ‘A Taste of Ireland’ in 2026 for limited performances before it takes off around the globe once again.
‘Witness the birth of a nation told through rhythm and beat, with the cry of the Vikings as they were brought to defeat, the rise and fall of the rebellion the show tells the tale, trapped were the Irish, watch them dance from the jail. For the nation fought free from Dundalk to Tralee, they sing and they dance through the night full of glee. For Ireland, there was not a nation quite like her, hold on to your seat, feel Ireland’s passion and fire.’

The Sexy Joker
2026-06-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Vinnie Brand’s Stress Factory Comedy Club, 167 State Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
The Sexy Joker – CT’s Princess of Comedy
Hailing from Bridgeport, Connecticut, and proudly rooted in her Haitian background, The Sexy Joker is a seasoned headliner with over two decades of experience bringing raw, unfiltered comedy to stages across the country. Known for her sharp wit and fearless storytelling, she turns real-life chaos into unforgettable laughs.
She has shared the stage with icons like Paul Mooney, Bill Burr, and Tommy Davidson, and has performed at top venues including the Laugh Factory, Stress Factory, and Gotham Comedy Club.
With a commanding presence and authentic voice, The Sexy Joker delivers high-energy performances that keep audiences engaged from start to finish. Whether close to home or over seas, she’s a must-see act you won’t forget.

BPT Moon Cruise
2026-06-29 19:45 - 22:00 | BPT Creates, 1001-14 Main Street, Bridgeport, CT, 06604, United States
Never fear, cause its that time of the year!!! Its the return of our beloved monthly bike ride to see the full moon rise in the city of Bridgeport in 2026.
DATES
-Monday June 29th 7:45p
(Strawberry Moon)
-Wednesday July 29th 7:30p
(Buck Moon)
-Friday August 28th 6:45p
(Super Blue Sturgeon Moon)
Saturday September 26th 5:45p
(Super Corn Moon/Lunar Eclipse)
-Monday October 26th 5:00p
(Super Hunters Moon)
We’ll meet at @bptcreates first, for bicycle safety checks and tutorials, then head to our destination for optimal viewing and enjoyment.
Bring your bike or borrow one of ours. (Limited Availability)
Photographers, get your camera’s ready for some night photography.
Feel free to bring along some snacks and beverages.
For more info on moon phases and other cool stuff:
https://www.timeanddate.com/moon/phases/usa/time
Why do the full moons have names:
https://www.space.com/39238-full-moon-names.html
BPT Creates
1001 Main st ste 14 Bridgeport, Ct.
Use 1042 Broad to access our side of the building.

DSSD Hiring Committee
2026-07-02 11:00 - 11:30 | Bridgeport DSSD Office, 938 Broad Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut (CT), 06604
Agenda:

Set hiring process timeline
Determine key evaluation criteria for candidates
