Handmade Homegoods: Marbled Journals
2026-08-20 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Bridgeport Public Main Library – Burroughs-Saden, 925 Broad Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
This summer, marbleize and bind your own custom journal. Before Michael’s, early American’s had to make and bind their own books! Learn how & go home with your own custom journal to start writing your thoughts down.
Registration required, ages 18 and up.
This event is a part of the Bridgeport Public Library America’s 250th Celebration series of programs.

Get Fit & Lit
2026-08-22 07:00 - 09:00, 2026-08-29 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!

Handmade Homegoods: Tavern Signs
2026-08-22 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-29 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-05 14:00 - 16:00 | Bridgeport Public Main Library – Burroughs-Saden, 925 Broad Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
Enter your cottagecore era this summer with a DIY tavern sign like the days of yore.
Registration required, ages 18 and up.
This event is a part of the Bridgeport Public Library America’s 250th Celebration series of programs.

Skateport
2026-08-22 15:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-22 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-09-05 15:00 - 20:00, 2026-09-05 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!

Satisfaction Rolling Stones Tribute Show
2026-08-22 20:00 - 23:00 | The Bijou Theatre, 275 Fairfield Ave, Bridgeport, CT, 06605, United States
Satisfaction is the international touring tribute show that celebrates the legacy of the World’s Greatest Rock & Roll Band – The Rolling Stones. Now entering its 25th year, this Billboard-acclaimed production has racked up over 4,000 performances across the globe, captivating audiences with its electrifying energy, authentic sound, and spot-on portrayal of Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and the legendary Stones.
Performing up to 150 shows annually, Satisfaction has become a go-to favorite for top-tier venues including premier casinos, performing arts centers, music halls, and corporate clients across North America and beyond. With authentic costuming, era-accurate instruments, and a world-class cast, the production masterfully brings more than 60 years of Rolling Stones hits to life on stage.
Satisfaction has earned widespread media recognition, with features in Rolling Stone Magazine, Showbiz Magazine, Las Vegas Today, CBS Sunday Morning, and hundreds of other national outlets. It is consistently hailed as the definitive tribute to the Rolling Stones, honoring the band’s unmatched legacy with style and respect.
Career Highlights:
2005-Became the first-ever Rolling Stones tribute act to perform on the Las Vegas Strip, debuting in Legends In Concert to glowing reviews and prominent coverage in the Las Vegas Sun and ShowBiz Magazine.
2007-Featured in a CBS News/New York special about the booming tribute show industry, spotlighting Satisfaction as a leading act.
2008-Handpicked by Paramount Pictures and IMAX Corporation to promote Martin Scorsese’s Rolling Stones concert film “Shine a Light” with a nationwide tour of live performances.
2010-Earned top industry acclaim after receiving official approval to perform extended engagements with the Walt Disney Corporation. That same year, the group launched their first tour of Russia, playing to sold-out crowds in Moscow and St. Petersburg.
2011-Introduced “A Symphony for the Devil”, a groundbreaking fusion of rock and orchestral music featuring Satisfaction performing alongside symphony orchestras worldwide.
2012/2013-Embarked on a global tour celebrating the 50th Anniversary of The Rolling Stones.
2014-Premiered “Gimme Abbey”, a Broadway-style multimedia show imagining a 1969 concert featuring both The Beatles and The Rolling Stones live on stage.
2016-Launched “Beatles vs Stones-A Musical Showdown”, a dynamic production pitting rock’s two greatest bands head-to-head in six epic sets culminating in a powerful shared encore.
2018-Debuted “Paint It Back”, a three-act historical journey recreating the Rolling Stones’ most iconic tours from 1965 through 1982, complete with authentic wardrobe, gear, and multimedia storytelling.

Recollective
2026-08-23 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-30 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.

The Fray with Dashboard Confessional
2026-08-23 19:00 - 22:00 | Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater, 500 Broad Street, Bridgeport, CT, 06604

Colorful Conversations
2026-08-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Artisan Stack Cafe, 281 Fairfield Ave, Bridgeport, CT, 06604, United States
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 August Colorful Conversation will be held at Artisan Stack Cafe on Wednesday, August 26 at 12:00pm to 1:00pm.
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Poetz Realm Connecticut Open Mic
2026-08-26 20:00 - 23:30, 2026-09-02 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.

That's Weird!
2026-08-27 18:30 - 20:00 | Bridgeport Public Main Library – Burroughs-Saden, 925 Broad Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
An ordinary-looking map with a sinister surprise. Earrings made of human hair. A piece of a revered Connecticut tree carved in the shape of a….ham? Museums are full of objects that make staff and visitors say, “Huh?”. But what makes these objects so strange to us?  What makes an object “weird”? This presentation explores some of the Museum’s strangest items. You will learn how even the oddest artifacts can be gateways into a deeper understanding and appreciation of our state’s history.

Adam Hunter
2026-08-27 19:00 - 23:30, 2026-08-28 19:00 - 23:30, 2026-08-29 19:00 - 23:30 | Vinnie Brand’s Stress Factory Comedy Club, 167 State Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
Adam Hunter brings nonstop laughs with lightning-fast crowd work, high-energy sets, and a million jokes per minute. A regular and writer on Gutfeld!, the #1 late-night show in America, Adam headlines comedy clubs, arenas, and festivals all over the world and is currently touring with global superstar Russell Peters.
He’s been seen on The Tonight Show, Last Comic Standing, Chelsea Lately, The Upshaws, Star Trek: Picard, Showtime, The Late Late Show, ESPN’s SportsNation, MTV, VH1, TruTV, Comedy Central, Nickelodeon, and more. Adam has multiple stand-up specials, including Throwing Punches (the first comedy special ever produced by the UFC), Adam Hunter’s UFC Comedy Jam (two installments on UFC Fight Pass), and Adam Hunter: Still Broke (on Amazon Prime).
Beyond stand-up, Adam has served as head writer of the MMA Awards for over a decade, hosts the hit MMA Roasted Podcast, and continues to develop projects for TV and streaming, including his pilot Pinned and the high-octane series Kamikaze Comedy. He has also performed countless military tours across the Far East, Middle East, Africa, and beyond, bringing laughter to U.S. troops worldwide.
From marriage and fatherhood to pop culture and politics, no topic is off-limits for Adam’s razor-sharp wit. With more jokes per minute than almost anyone in the game, Adam Hunter leaves audiences breathless and coming back for more

Brad Paisley
2026-08-27 19:30 - 22:30 | Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater, 500 Broad Street, Bridgeport, CT, 06604
Brad Paisley Live

BPT Moon Cruise
2026-08-28 18:45 - 21:00 | 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.

Figure Drawing - Opportunities for Artists
2026-09-01 18:30 - 21:30 | The Nest Arts Factory, 1720 Fairfield Avenue, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
Tuesday Night open sketch figure drawing at the NEST Arts Factory. Every First and Second Tuesday!

Alabama Shakes
2026-09-01 19:30 - 22:30 | Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater, 500 Broad Street, Bridgeport, CT, 06604
Alabama Shakes at the Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater

Breaking Benjamin
2026-09-03 18:00 - 21:00 | Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater, 500 Broad Street, Bridgeport, CT, 06604

Rosie the Riveter
2026-09-03 18:30 - 20:00 | Bridgeport Public Main Library – Burroughs-Saden, 925 Broad Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06604, United States
“Rosie the Riveter” became an iconic symbol of working women during World War II. What was it really like for them? We’ll look at propaganda posters, art, music, photos, and hear real-life accounts of Connecticut women who worked for victory in the war. A picture containing text, person, book, person.

Bridgeport Art Trail Story Telling Exchange
2026-09-03 19:00 - 21:00 | https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vYaXf4EHegJgV214sjhq1naTP-eG5dW51J8-3PiA3FSs5Tlwxby68Ry0AfVk89dVMBxtiRF57mN7iISGiroOoVZK-4Hov3fLNH51SOrvwgHqB85_DWSJPnYH7rantEjLRuepbIcMtzUIfQKn4JGaicTYiom0wRVfdTkQFMVpQGBnsalIt5hbbMC6-PmJyJqlSLTKjxRgr9T1uua_K0a6FLS4BtCA0PyC&c=zq-w1LIuIK8RufnQKXZSqSgBVzE6PcBUhUZa2yuvv5cVpT8IIkyrsw==&ch=LZyC80RNrTG-W2orGKY_X5-61VM89K2DLtLsYGVqroE5ItACJTuqlQ==
To recognize the art of storytelling, City Lights Gallery sponsors a monthly story gathering for adults on Zoom.

The emphasis is personal stories to share the human experience. Participants with fictional or historical stories are welcome too! We encourage professional tellers, amateurs, and listeners to join us. During the exchange, participants share a story, a part of a story, a story idea, or attend just to listen. Test out a piece, receive help developing it if you wish, and listen to the stories of others. Discover what makes a story compelling. (Meets every month on the first Thursday)

Zoom Registration Link here

For more information, about the Storytelling Exchange please contact City Lights/Bridgeport Art Trail clgallerybpt@gmail.com

Tedeschi Trucks Band
2026-09-04 19:00 - 22:00 | Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater, 500 Broad Street, Bridgeport, CT, 06604

Color Walks: Golden Hill Paugussett History
2026-09-05 14:00 - 16:00 | Bridgeport DSSD Office, 938 Broad Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut (CT), 06604
Join us once a month for an insightful and delightful public art walk through our Downtown. Each walk features a different host and a fresh set of experiences, offering unique perspectives on our vibrant creative landscape. The walk concludes at delicious local lunch destination.
Our July Color Walk is about Golden Hill Paugussett history! Clan Mother Shoran Wapatuquay Piper will lead us on tour of the neighborhood featuring Golden Hill Paugussett history of Bridgeport, including the Paugussett’s impact on modern city, street names and meanings, and more tidbits. Clan Mother Shoran Waupatukuay Piper is the tribal head leader of the Golden Hill Paugussett Tribe. She is a medicine woman, spiritualist, and the author of the book Red Road: Traditional Voice of Afro-Indigenous American.
Spots are expected to fill quickly, so be sure to register today to join us!

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