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Hi Danbury, hope you’re having a great weekend!

In today’s in-case-you-missed-it edition: Taproom gems to explore, pancakes with the Easter Bunny, and Patricia Griffin medium fundraiser + the top stories from this week & a sneak peek at next week.

From today’s sponsor, FinanceBuzz: Many Connecticut drivers end up paying higher auto insurance premiums because they don’t shop around enough. The same driver with the same car can get wildly different quotes from different insurers, so it truly pays to compare. Their free tool makes it easy.*

📰 Most-clicked stories this week

Taproom gems to explore: CT’s booming brewery scene gets a fresh spotlight, with a new list naming five standouts, including Danbury’s Charter Oak Brewing and Taproom and Housatonic River Brewing in nearby New Milford — check out the full lineup.

Franchise eyes new location: New Milford plaza plans to convert a vacant bank into a 7 Brew drive-thru, bringing the first to greater Danbury, with traffic impacts expected to be reviewed by Zoning Commission — get all the details.

Global heritage on display: Danbury has been ranked the 7th most diverse city in America by WalletHub, recognizing strong economic, cultural, religious, and household diversity. Mayor Roberto Alves says it’s something to celebrate — read the full story.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.*

Gold & silver are hot: Last year was gold’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150%… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. Curious about precious metal investing? GoldCo has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.*

All the crowd favorites:

• Roll sushi at Charter Oak Brewing
• Dueling pianos benefit The SCOTTY Fund
• Sing, sign, and move at Baby University

💎 This week’s top finds

Gift panic solved: From classic puzzles and pretend-play kits to science projects and building sets, The Toy Room has birthdays and rainy days covered. Friendly staff steer you to the right pick and even wrap it, so you look impressively prepared with minimal effort.

Pho night upgrade: Pho Vietnam hits that cozy, steam-in-your-face comfort zone with richly layered broth, bright herbs, and all the slurpable goodness after a long day. Keep it classic with a simple bowl, or branch out with extras… either way, weeknight dinner gets easier.

Serious sandwich cravings: Family-run Westside Deli masters the classics, from Italian combo and Reuben to a legit Philly cheesesteak, alongside crisp salads, from-scratch soups, and wraps. Finish with a cannoli. No-fuss, made-to-order comfort that hits at lunch without the hype.

These aren’t ads or sponsored placements — they’re the local spots your fellow readers clicked on most this week.

🫶 We got your back

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Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

Paying full price is officially optional: Blu Dot just marked down dozens of their best sofas, beds, dining tables, outdoor pieces, and lighting by as much as 60%. Not because something’s wrong with them, but because every great design eventually has to make room for the next one. The deals change daily, so it’s always a new adventure. *See what’s on sale today →

Most people have no idea what’s happening inside their body: Not because the data doesn’t exist, but because no one’s collecting it. Routine annual checkups miss things like body composition, biological age, and the biomarkers that can help predict long-term patterns. The good news? HumeHealth offers tools to help you track all of that at home for less than the cost of a specialist visit. *Use code NEW20 to save 20% →

Something in your house is about to break: It might be your AC, your water heater, your fridge… doesn’t matter. Every major appliance has an expiration date, and when it goes, you’ll be staring down a repair bill that can climb into the thousands fast. An AHS home warranty covers these types of surprises + *select plans are $150 off right now →

📆 Sneak peek at next week

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

🚗 AARP Smart Driver @ Elmwood Hall Senior Center | Wednesday (3/18) at 9:00 AM – Time to refresh those turn-signal skills at the AARP Smart Driver class at Danbury Senior Center. Get there 15 minutes early to complete paperwork, bring your membership number if you have one, and your checkbook. Members pay $20, nonmembers $25, all payable to AARP.

🎨 Custom Tumblers Class @ Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ (New Haven, CT) | Wednesday (3/18) at 6:00 PM – Your cabinet doesn’t need another paint-and-sip canvas, so make something you’ll actually use. Design a custom tumbler at Bear’s, bring a friend, sip through happy hour specials, and leave with a cup that won’t go missing at book club, soccer sidelines, or the office fridge.

🐟 St. Gregory Lenten Fish Fry @ St. Gregory the Great Church | Friday (3/20) at 5:30 PM – Skip the stove and swing by St. Greg’s for the annual Lenten fish fry, because Lent says no meat, not no fun. Fried fish, mac and cheese, coleslaw, rolls, a drink, and dessert are all included. $15 adults, $10 kids or seniors, family max $45.

🐰 Pancakes with the Easter Bunny @ Miry Brook Fire Department | Saturday (3/21) at 8:00 AM – Swing by the Miry Brook Firehouse for the Ladies Auxiliary’s pancake breakfast, plus a photo with the surprisingly patient Easter Bunny. Load up on syrup, dress the kids in their Sunday best, and snag raffle tickets for Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, and more, cash only.

🔮 Patricia Griffin Medium Fundraiser @ Harry Brook Park New Milford | Saturday (3/21) at 6:30 PM – An evening at Harden House Museum where Patricia Griffin calls the other side. It’s a small group reading, 30 seats, all to benefit Harrybrooke Park. Last time sold out fast, so move quick as a ghost on Main.

☘ 2026 St. Patrick’s Day Parade @ Greater Danbury Irish Cultural Center | Sunday (3/22) at 2:00 PM – St. Patrick’s Day brings Main Street pageantry, green everything, and a friendly shuffle to the Greater Danbury Irish Cultural Center. Claim a curb spot, applaud the pipe bands, then follow the crowd for pints, stories, and the kind of neighborly chaos we actually enjoy.

🍷 Sip and Shop @ Knickerbocker Golf Club (New Haven) | Sunday (3/22) at 2:00 PM – Trade the grocery store small talk for something more civilized. This grown folks’ mingle has cocktails to sip, local vendors to browse, and music that might actually get you dancing, on purpose. Network a little, shop a little, leave feeling smug and slightly lighter.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Danbury report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 45°F – Low: 36°F – Precip: 10%

Partly sunny, with a high near 45. East wind 2 to 12 mph. Later: Rain showers after 8pm. Mostly cloudy. Low around 36, with temperatures rising to around 46 overnight. Southeast wind 8 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.

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Tomorrow – High: 60°F – Low: 32°F – Precip: 99%

Rain showers before 8am, then showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain. Cloudy, with a high near 60. Southeast wind 12 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 37 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between 1 and 2 inches possible. Later: Showers and thunderstorms before 5am, then a chance of rain and snow showers. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain. Mostly cloudy. Low around 32, with temperatures rising to around 38 overnight. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible.

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