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- Ron Eliran, Israeli ”Ambassador of Song,” Has a Bar Mitzvah at 90In 1947, Ron Eliran’s 13th birthday in the British Mandate for Palestine was canceled when authorities called a curfew. Now, 77 years later, he has officially become a man.
- ‘Before We Got to the Park, Kali Mentioned the Northern Lights’Regret over missing a rare occurrence, a nostalgic stroll and more reader tales of New York City in this week’s Metropolitan Diary.
- Top Uniformed N.Y.P.D. Officer Resigns After Abuse AllegationsJeffrey Maddrey demanded sexual favors, according to subordinates, and the federal authorities are investigating. He had previously been accused of harassment on the job.
- New York Is Putting Trash in Bins. Some People Have a Problem With That.Citywide rules now require more buildings to place trash bags inside containers for pickup. Many New Yorkers are thrilled to see fewer rats, but some are discovering new headaches.
- Amazon Warehouse Workers in New York City Join ProtestThe workers’ union hopes that adding employees at the Staten Island warehouse to a protest started by delivery drivers will increase pressure on Amazon.
- Hochul Weighs Legislation Limiting A.I. and More Than 100 Other BillsA bill passed by the New York State Legislature to regulate the state’s use of artificial intelligence is among more than 100 that await Gov. Kathy Hochul’s decision.
- Ann Rockefeller Roberts, Champion of Native Americans, Dies at 90The eldest daughter of Nelson Rockefeller, she founded a nonprofit to support Indigenous culture and helped fill two institutions with artifacts.
- How Sophia Cheng, Founder of a Fruit Jelly Snack Company, Spends Her SundaysSophia Cheng, the founder of Oddball, takes a snack tour around the city, breaks for tennis and wards off the Sunday scaries with Channing Tatum.
- White Judge Who Threatened to Shoot Black Teens at Party ResignsJustice Erin P. Gall of Oneida County, N.Y., faced removal from office after a judicial commission found that she engaged in a “racially offensive, profane” tirade at a high school graduation party.
- Why Luigi Mangione Faces 2 Murder Cases Tied to One KillingFederal and state prosecutors will follow a delicate legal choreography after characterizing Mr. Mangione’s actions differently in the fatal shooting of Brian Thompson.
- Ron Eliran, Israeli ”Ambassador of Song,” Has a Bar Mitzvah at 90
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Cult Classics: A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET (1984) – Avon Theatre
Cult Classics: A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET (1984) DIRECTED BY: Wes Craven STARRING: Heather Langenkamp, Johnny Depp, Robert Englund UPCOMING SHOWTIMES: Tuesday, October 20, 2015 -8:30PM ABOUT: A group of teenagers are terrorized by “Freddy Krueger”, an evil being from … Continue reading
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INDIANA JONES AND THE TEMPLE OF DOOM
The Avon Theatre presents a Cult Classics screening of INDIANA JONES AND THE TEMPLE OF DOOM (1984) Tuesday, May 19 at 8:30 p.m. (STAMFORD, CT) The second of the George Lucas/Steven Spielberg Indiana Jones epics is set a year or … Continue reading
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The Avon Theatre – JEALOUSY (La Jalousie)
The Avon Theatre and the Alliance Francaise of Greenwich present JEALOUSY (La Jalousie) Directed by Philippe Garrel Thursday, November 13 at 7:30 p.m. Ticket prices are as follows: Carte Blanche Members: FREE, Members & AFG: $6, Students & Seniors: $8, … Continue reading
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The Avon Theatre and Sacred Heart University Present – The FTMA Talk Back Series
Part 2 of “Family Dysfunction†ON GOLDEN POND (1981) Wednesday, October 22 at 1:00 p.m. Post-film Q&A with Professor Justin Liberman Part 1 of “Up There†GOING IN STYLE (1979) Wednesday, November 5 at 1:00 p.m. Post-film Q&A with Professor … Continue reading
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He Directed What? SOMETIMES A GREAT NOTION (1970)
The Avon Theatre and Sacred Heart University Present, FTMA Talk Back Series – Â September 24, 1:00 p.m. Post-film Q&A with Professors Justin Liberman FREE To The Public! SOMETIMES A GREAT NOTION Also known as Never Give an Inch, this film … Continue reading
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Documentary Night – ABRAZOS
The Avon Theatre, Neighbors Link Stamford & The International Institute of CT Present Documentary Night ABRAZOS Post-film Q&A with Director Luis Argueta and Father Rick Ryscavage, moderated by NPR’s Craig LeMoult Wednesday, October 1 at 7:30 p.m. Ticket prices … Continue reading
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Sacred Heart University Presents – FTMA Film Festival
Sacred Heart University Presents FTMA Film Festival  Sponsored by the Avon Theatre  FREE to the public!  Thursday, September 25th through Sunday, September 28th Please join us for the first annual FTMA Film Festival! Screenings which will take place at the Avon … Continue reading
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The Avon Theatre presents a Cult Classics screening of CLUE (1985)
Tuesday, September 23 at 8:30 p.m. Starring Madeline Kahn, Tim Curry & Eileen Brennan It’s Not Just A Game Anymore. In this spoof of McCarthy-era paranoia and 1950s wholesomeness, the characters and plot are drawn from the popular Parker Brothers … Continue reading
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Legends of Rock Live – ROD STEWART: THE EARLY YEARS
The Avon Theatre and Shelley Archives present Legends of Rock Live ROD STEWART: THE EARLY YEARS Hosted by Music Archivist Bill Shelley Wednesday, September 17 at 7:30 p.m. Ticket prices are as follows: Carte Blanche Members: FREE, Members: $6, Students … Continue reading
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Fall FTMA Talk Back Series screenings He Directed What?
The Avon Theatre and Sacred Heart University Present Fall FTMA Talk Back Series screenings He Directed What? THE INDIAN RUNNER (1991), September 10 SOMETIMES A GREAT NOTION (1970), September 24 Family Dysfunction: RUNNING ON EMPTY (1988), October 8 ON GOLDEN … Continue reading
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