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SUMMARY:Syracuse Summer Standup Showcase to Benefit Operation Hope
DESCRIPTION:Need a laugh? We’ve got you covered! The Syracuse Summer Standup Showcase promises to be a riot! Featuring 7 Syracuse University grads who moonlight as stand up comedians\, this showcase on Tuesday\, July 14\, 7:30pm (doors open at 7pm) at Brass & Bone in Norwalk will have you in sidesplitting laughs. Comedians: Gary Giovannetti\, John Craig\, Janice Chaikelson\, Kathleen McKitty Harris\, Matt Prohaska\, Robert Schrader and Adam Shapiro with emcees Marc Kinderman & J.R. Whalen. Tickets are $20 (1st round and apps are complimentary); cash bar. $10 to Zoom livestream. Venmo matt-prohaska for tickets. All proceeds benefit Operation Hope. Can’t make it but want to support? Send a donation via Venmo to Matt. We are truly grateful to the comedians and Brass & Bone for their support of our neighbors in need.
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/syracuse-summer-standup-showcase-to-benefit-operation-hope-july-2026/
LOCATION:Brass & Bone\, 136 Washington St\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06854\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T170000
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SUMMARY:Community Kitchen BBQ\, Hosted by Neighbors Helping Neighbors
DESCRIPTION:We are grateful to local grassroots organization\, Neighbors Helping Neighbors\, led by Alexis Harrison and Helene Daly\, for organizing a BBQ for our Community Kitchen guests. The next BBQ is July 10. We have a few holes to fill! Please consider making a contribution to help round out the meal. Sign up here to help our friends host a wonderful treat for our neighbors in need. Thank you!
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/community-kitchen-bbq-hosted-by-neighbors-helping-neighbors-july-10-2026/
LOCATION:OH Community Kitchen\, 50 Nichols Street\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260612T142759Z
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SUMMARY:Fairfield Dog Days - Family & Furry Friend Fun Supports Operation Hope
DESCRIPTION:A day of fun in support of the local community! The whole family is invited to attend this FREE event to support the local community. Don’t wait in line upon entry\, register today on Eventbrite!\n \nGet ready for a tail-wagging day of fun at Fairfield Dog Days 2026 presented by Pet Pantry Warehouse\, returning to the Old Town Hall Green in Fairfield\, CT on Sunday\, June 28\, 2026\, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Hosted by the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce and Pet Pantry Warehouse\, this free\, family-friendly outdoor festival celebrates dogs\, community\, and local animal rescue organizations\, including Adopt-A-Dog.\n \nEvent features include dog lovers’ lure coursing\ngenius testing for dogsscavenger hunts\nKid Zonelive entertainmentface paintingcaricature artists\n\nfood trucks\nVendor Market\nPet Pantry Bone BarIce Cream Pawlour\nDoggie Beer GardenSniffari\n \nFairfield Dog Days is one of Fairfield County’s favorite summer traditions\, bringing together pet lovers of all ages while raising awareness and support for local rescue organizations\, including Adopt-A-Dog\, Operation Hope and Team Woofgang & Co. Admission is free and all are welcome — bring your family\, friends\, and furry companions for an unforgettable day supporting great causes.
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/fairfield-dog-days-family-furry-friend-fun-supports-operation-hope-2026/
LOCATION:Old Town Hall Green\, 611 Old Post Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T120000
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SUMMARY:Diaper Drive at Fairfield Moms Family Fun Day
DESCRIPTION:Grab your family and some friends to make plans to attend the Fairfield Moms 7th annual Family Fun Day on June 20! While this event is free to attend\, we encourage you to support the diaper drive for Operation Hope of Fairfield. Please bring a donation of diapers\, any size and open packs welcome\, to help our littlest neighbors in need \n \nThis event will take place on Saturday\, June 20 from 9am – 12pm! Event will be located in the parking lot of Fairfield Ludlowe Middle & High Schools – new location! Celebrate the start of summer with us and enjoy this free\, fun filled event with touch-a-trucks\, a DJ\, food and ice cream trucks\, local vendors and more!
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/diaper-drive-at-fairfield-moms-family-fun-day-2026/
LOCATION:Fairfield Ludlowe High School\, 785 Unquowa Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T150000
DTSTAMP:20260611T182850Z
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SUMMARY:Columbia University Club of Fairfield County (CUCFC) Food Drive for Operation Hope
DESCRIPTION:The Columbia University Club of Fairfield County (CUCFC) is holding a special day of community service featuring a drive for Operation Hope on Saturday\, June 13\, 9am-3pm at the Stop & Shop at 1160 Kings Highway Cutoff in Fairfield. If you’re out and about shopping on Saturday\, please consider making a donation! We are grateful to CUCFC for helping us stock our pantry\, especially as we lead up to the summer months\, when our shelves tend to be the emptiest all year long. 
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/columbia-university-club-of-fairfield-county-cucfc-food-drive-for-operation-hope-june-2026/
LOCATION:Stop & Shop Kings Hwy\, 1160 Kings Hwy Cutoff\, Fairfield\, CT\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T150000
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SUMMARY:CT Seaport Car Club’s 10th Annual Antique & Classic Car Show – Proceeds Benefit Operation Hope
DESCRIPTION:The CT Seaport Car Club is excited to announce its 10th Annual Antique and Classic Car Show will be on Sunday\, June 7 (rain date: June 14) in Fairfield Ludlowe High School’s back parking lot (785 Unquowa Rd\, Fairfield\, CT) from 9:00am-3:00pm. All show cars are welcome. We are honored that proceeds from this year’s event will once again benefit Operation Hope’s efforts to end hunger and homelessness\, one person at a time. \nFun for the entire family and free to the public! Jukebox 45 Show Band will perform 50’s & 60’s favorites and there will be a Fairfield Police K9 Unit dog demonstration. Food\, vendors\, DJ and live music.  \n\nShow starts at 9:00am\nWelcome address by Fairfield First Selectperson of Fairfield at 10:00am\nBlessing of the show cars at 10:35am\nWelcome address by Operation Hope at 10:40am\nDog Demonstration by the Fairfield Police K9 Unit at 11:00am\nLive Music by Jukebox 45 Show Band (CT’s Premier 50’s & 60’s band) at 11:30-1:00pm\nNational Anthem sung live by Lisa Sinardi at 12:00pm\nOver 100 trophies to be awarded starting at 1:45pm \nShow ends at 3:00pm\nGoody bags for the first 100 show cars\nVendors\, Food Trucks\, Ice Cream\, and Popcorn
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/ct-seaport-car-clubs-10th-annual-antique-classic-car-show-proceeds-benefit-operation-hope-2026/
LOCATION:Fairfield Ludlowe High School\, 785 Unquowa Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T170000
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SUMMARY:Refill the Pantry Food Drive at Kings Highway Stop & Shop
DESCRIPTION:The Refill the Pantry program will host a community-wide food drive on Saturday\, May 16\, to benefit Operation Hope’s Food Pantry. From 9am-5pm\, volunteers will be stationed outside Stop & Shop at 1160 Kings Highway Cutoff\, Fairfield to collect non-perishable food donations. The effort will bring together volunteers from local church communities. Grab a list from the volunteers or use this one here to shop for our pantry. Thank you to all donors\, volunteers\, Stop & Shop and Refill the Pantry! We are grateful for the donations to stock up for the summer\, when we typically see a slide in donations.  \nAt their drive in September\, the group collected an impressive 2\,410 lbs of food. They also raised $1\,311\, providing vital support for families facing food insecurity in our community. \n“Refill the Pantry” is a collaborative project sponsored by four churches: Our Saviour’s Lutheran (Fairfield)\, First Presbyterian (Fairfield)\, Grace Lutheran (Stratford) and Good Shepherd Lutheran (Monroe). “This is truly a collaborative community effort to fight food insecurity in Fairfield\,” said Rich Lansing\, a spokesperson for Refill the Pantry. “We’re grateful for the support of Columbia alumni and our local faith partners\, whose generosity directly supports neighbors in need.”
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/refill-the-pantry-food-drive-at-kings-highway-stop-shop-may-2026/
LOCATION:Stop & Shop Kings Hwy\, 1160 Kings Hwy Cutoff\, Fairfield\, CT\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T170000
DTSTAMP:20260313T211708Z
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SUMMARY:Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive
DESCRIPTION:Help us stamp out hunger for families here in Fairfield! Keep an eye out for a postcard from your mail carrier announcing the annual Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive on Saturday\, May 9\, rain or shine\, and well as a plastic bag in which to place your donations. \nIf your letter carrier is participating\, as participation is strictly voluntary\, place non-perishable food donations in the provided yellow plastic bag (or any bag) next to your mailbox on Saturday\, May 9\, rain or shine. Your letter carrier will collect the food and deliver it to Operation Hope. Many thanks to all donors and the Town’s mail carriers.
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/letter-carriers-stamp-out-hunger-food-drive-2026/
LOCATION:Your home
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T220000
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT! 23rd Annual Evening of Hope - Where Hope Blooms
DESCRIPTION:We look forward to seeing you for Operation Hope of Fairfield’s SOLD OUT 23rd Annual Evening of Hope Celebration\, “Where Hope Blooms\,” at Brooklawn Country Club in Fairfield\, Connecticut on Thursday\, May 7\, 6-10pm. Please click here to make a donation to support our largest annual fundraiser and help us end hunger and homelessness\, one person at a time.  \nThis year\, we are thrilled to honor Operation Hope of Fairfield Executive Director CARLA MIKLOS as our Champion of Hope and recognize her tremendous impact in our organization and in our community. As Carla is retiring this spring after 19 years of service to Operation Hope\, the footprint she leaves behind is measured not just in meals served and people housed\, but in the countless lives she has uplifted. Carla inspires the belief that\, like flowers\, hope can bloom even in the most difficult environments. \nWe are grateful to welcome these sponsors on board\, and appreciate their support of Evening of Hope: \n🌸 Dogwood: Betty & Alan Feldman\, First Church of Fairfield\, Global Infrastructure Partners\, M&T Bank\, Santa Energy🌸 Hydrangea: Black Rock Church\, Father Coleman Foundation of Fairfield\, Meg Murray & Ivan Maisel🌸 Azalea: Greenfield Hill Congregational Church\, Henry C. Reid & Son Jewelers\, Tito’s Handmade Vodka 🌸 Tulip: Angel Commercial\, CAPRI\, CLA\, Bob & Fran Dubicki\, Green and Gross P.C.\, Harry’s Wine & Liquor Market\, Nexus Dynamics Group\, Southwest Community Health Center\, Sturges Ridge of Fairfield\, Town Fair Tire\, The Wash Tub Inc.\, Yale New Haven Health Bridgeport Hospital
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/23rd-annual-evening-of-hope-where-hope-blooms-2026/
LOCATION:Brooklawn Country Club\, 500 Algonquin Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06825\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T153000
DTSTAMP:20260423T184634Z
CREATED:20260423T184629Z
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SUMMARY:Join Operation Hope for the 52nd Annual Greater Bridgeport CROP Hunger Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 52nd Annual Greater Bridgeport CROP Hunger Walk on May 3\, 1:30 pm. The walk begins and ends at United Congregational Church of Bridgeport\, 2200 North Ave\, Bridgeport\, CT 06604\, rain or shine. The main route will be 2.2 miles\, and a shorter one-mile option is available. All are welcome to join! Operation Hope is honored to be one of eleven local food pantries supported by this annual event. Join the team to walk with us or make a donation here! \nNo one in this world should be hungry. That’s why the CROP Hunger Walk is more than just a yearly gathering. It’s a movement that’s 57 years strong\, made up of compassionate people in more than 500 communities across the U.S. \nThe steps we take – and the funds we raise together – will provide life-saving support including emergency food and resources\, along with the seeds\, tools and programs that will help families feed themselves in the future.
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/join-operation-hope-for-the-52nd-annual-greater-bridgeport-crop-hunger-walk-2026/
LOCATION:United Congregational Church of Bridgeport\, 2200 North Ave\, Bridgeport\, CT\, 06604\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T180000
DTSTAMP:20260331T144924Z
CREATED:20260331T144918Z
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SUMMARY:NBC 4 New York\, Telemundo 47 & Stop & Shop “Feeding Our Families” Regional Food Drive
DESCRIPTION:NBC 4 New York / WNBC\, Telemundo 47 / WNJU and Stop & Shop will hold a large-scale food drive to support a variety of regional food banks during their campaign “Feeding Our Families”/ “Alimentando a Nuestras Familias” on Saturday\, April 25\, 2026\, 8am-6pm. The Stop & Shop at 1160 Kings Highway Cutoff\, Fairfield will be accepting non-perishable and cash donations on behalf of Operation Hope. Thank you for feeding our neighbors in need!
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/nbc-4-new-york-telemundo-47-stop-shop-feeding-our-families-regional-food-drive-april-2026/
LOCATION:Stop & Shop Kings Hwy\, 1160 Kings Hwy Cutoff\, Fairfield\, CT\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260303
DTSTAMP:20260224T163027Z
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SUMMARY:Friend of Operation Hope Raises Money In "Cycle to End Hunger & Homelessness" from New Haven to Boston
DESCRIPTION:Our friend Matt Rommens is doing a “Cycle to End Hunger & Homelessness” for Operation Hope next weekend! As a Fairfield resident\, Matt is aware of Operation Hope’s longtime work to end hunger and homelessness. Matt wanted to channel his cycling passion into something greater\, something for the community\, and despite the mountains of snow that are sure to line his path\, he is riding his bike the 150 miles from New Haven to Boston to raise money to support our work  Follow along on his adventure and support his efforts here. Thank you\, Matt\, and be safe!
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/friend-of-operation-hope-raises-money-by-cycling-from-new-haven-to-boston-march-2026/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260217
DTSTAMP:20260212T195907Z
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SUMMARY:Operation Hope Closed Monday\, February 16 for President's Day
DESCRIPTION:Operation Hope’s Offices and Community Kitchen will be closed in observance of the President’s Day holiday on Monday\, February 16\, 2026. The Community Kitchen will reopen on Tuesday\, February 17 and the Food Pantry will reopen on Wednesday\, February 18. Please do not leave donations unattended when Operation Hope is closed. Thank you.
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/operation-hope-closed-monday-february-16-for-presidents-day-2026/
LOCATION:Operation Hope of Fairfield\, 636 Old Post Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T170000
DTSTAMP:20260212T200619Z
CREATED:20260216T120054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T200619Z
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SUMMARY:Operation Hope Closed Today in Honor of President's Day
DESCRIPTION:Operation Hope’s Offices and Community Kitchen will be closed today in observance of the President’s Day holiday. The Community Kitchen will reopen on Tuesday\, February 17 and the Food Pantry will reopen on Wednesday\, February 18. Please do not leave donations unattended when Operation Hope is closed. Thank you.
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/operation-hope-closed-today-in-honor-of-presidents-day-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T130000
DTSTAMP:20260203T205457Z
CREATED:20260203T205451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T205457Z
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SUMMARY:"Souper Bowl" Food Drive at Fairfield Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:There’s a big game happening this SundayWe’re talking about the “Souper Bowl” food drive taking place this week at the Fairfield Farmers Market! The Market is hosting it this Sunday to support our local community by collecting non-perishable food donations in support of Operation Hope of Fairfield.Here’s how it works:1. Bring a non-perishable food item to our market at Penfield Pavilion this Sunday\, February 8 from 10am-1pm.2. Drop it in the bin for the team you think will win the big game later that night. There will be two bins\, one for the Patriots and one for the Seahawks.3. The team with the most donations wins bragging rights while supporting a good cause!
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/souper-bowl-drive-at-fairfield-farmers-market-2026/
LOCATION:Fairfield Farmers Market @ Penfield Pavilion\, 323 Fairfield Beach Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T130000
DTSTAMP:20260203T203622Z
CREATED:20260201T211609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T203622Z
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SUMMARY:Souper Bowl of Caring Food Drive
DESCRIPTION:Join Assumption Parish to help tackle hunger in their annual Souper Bowl Food Drive! Easy drive by and donate! Drop off times are Saturday\, February 7\, 3-5pm and Sunday\, February 8\, 8-1pm. Fill the van with cans and kick hunger goodbye! All donations will benefit local food pantries\, including Operation Hope’s Pantry in Fairfield. \nMost needed items include: cash donations to buy perishables\, sugar\, oil\, canned chili & stew\, canned beets\, ground coffee\, salad dressing\, mayonnaise\, dry cat food\, dry dog food\, lotion\, foil\, trash bags and paper towels. Regular sized\, not bulk\, items\, appreciated.  \nIf you’d prefer to support from the comfort of your home\, please make a monetary donation here or purchase items from our Amazon pantry wish list here (they will be sent directly to us). Thank you – and especially to Assumption Parish for once again holding this very important food drive to help our neighbors in need.
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/souper-bowl-of-caring-food-drive-feb-8-2026/
LOCATION:Our Lady of the Assumption Church\, 545 Stratfield Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06825\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T170000
DTSTAMP:20260203T203702Z
CREATED:20260201T211443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T203702Z
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SUMMARY:Souper Bowl of Caring Food Drive
DESCRIPTION:Join Assumption Parish to help tackle hunger in their annual Souper Bowl Food Drive! Easy drive by and donate! Drop off times are Saturday\, February 7\, 3-5pm and Sunday\, February 8\, 8-1pm. Fill the van with cans and kick hunger goodbye! All donations will benefit local food pantries\, including Operation Hope’s Pantry in Fairfield. \nMost needed items include: cash donations to buy perishables\, sugar\, oil\, canned chili & stew\, canned beets\, ground coffee\, salad dressing\, mayonnaise\, dry cat food\, dry dog food\, lotion\, foil\, trash bags and paper towels. Regular sized\, not bulk\, items\, appreciated.  \nIf you’d prefer to support from the comfort of your home\, please make a monetary donation here or purchase items from our Amazon pantry wish list here (they will be sent directly to us). Thank you – and especially to Assumption Parish for once again holding this very important food drive to help our neighbors in need.
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/souper-bowl-of-caring-food-drive-feb-7-2026/
LOCATION:Our Lady of the Assumption Church\, 545 Stratfield Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06825\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTSTAMP:20260213T145550Z
CREATED:20260203T212721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T145550Z
UID:13721-1769904000-1772323199@operationhopect.org
SUMMARY:Buy a Bloomin’ 4 Good Bouquet & Help Stock Operation Hope’s Food Pantry in February
DESCRIPTION:Treat someone special to a special bouquet this month and help us end hunger! During the month of February\, visit the Stop & Shop at 1790 Post Road East in Westport to purchase a $11.99 Bloomin’ 4 Good bouquet to benefit Operation Hope 💐 For every bouquet sold\, Operation Hope will receive $1 to help stock our food pantry. Every dollar counts when we are helping our neighbors in need. Thank you! ❤💐🙏
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/buy-a-bloomin-4-good-bouquet-help-stock-operation-hopes-food-pantry-in-february-2026/
LOCATION:Stop & Shop Westport\, 1790 Post Road East\, Westport\, CT\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260127
DTSTAMP:20260126T025613Z
CREATED:20260126T025608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T025613Z
UID:13681-1769385600-1769471999@operationhopect.org
SUMMARY:Operation Hope Closed January 26 Due to Inclement Weather
DESCRIPTION:Due to the inclement weather\, both of our locations – 636 Old Post Road (Business Office & Pantry) and 50 Nichols Street (Community Kitchen) – are CLOSED\, Monday\, January 26. Please do not leave donations unattended. The Office and Community Kitchen resume services January 27; the Pantry resumes service January 28. Thank you!\n\n\nAnyone in need of shelter or a warming center is urged to visit 2-1-1 at https://uwc.211ct.org/get-help/warmingcenters/ or call 2-1-1 to find your nearest warming center. Transportation can be provided if necessary. Please stay warm and safe!
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/operation-hope-closed-january-26-due-to-inclement-weather-2026/
LOCATION:Operation Hope of Fairfield\, 636 Old Post Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Operation Hope of Fairfield":MAILTO:info@operationhope.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTSTAMP:20260102T200940Z
CREATED:20260102T200935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T200940Z
UID:13619-1767225600-1769903999@operationhopect.org
SUMMARY:Ruscito's Tree Pick Up
DESCRIPTION:Leave the heavy lifting to the experts! Book a tree pick up from Paul at Ruscito Resolutions! 🎄 Call or text Paul at 203-767-1582. Your tree will be picked up at your convenience and taken to WeCare Denali for an environmentally friendly disposal. Your tree will be recycled into mulch compost and top soil. $5 of each tree pick up will be donated to Operation Hope! ❤️ Ruscito Resolutions is also picking up non-perishable donations with your tree pick up to help stock our Food Pantry. Please keep Paul in mind for other small jobs\, such as dump runs\, assembling furniture/sheds and other odd jobs.
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/ruscitos-tree-pick-up-jan-2026/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTSTAMP:20260102T201555Z
CREATED:20260102T201549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T201555Z
UID:13622-1766448000-1769903999@operationhopect.org
SUMMARY:Vintage Garden Gift Wrapping Benefits Operation Hope through January
DESCRIPTION:Vintage Garden in Fairfield is the place to find something perfect for the special person in your life. Enjoy complimentary gift wrapping and consider leaving a donation for Operation Hope of Fairfield\, through January!
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/vintage-garden-gift-wrapping-benefits-operation-hope-through-january-2026/
LOCATION:Vintage Garden\, 1189 Post Rd\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T190000
DTSTAMP:20251217T182656Z
CREATED:20251217T182651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T182656Z
UID:13590-1766066400-1766084400@operationhopect.org
SUMMARY:Lolli Sutton Holiday Trunk Show to Benefit Operation Hope
DESCRIPTION:We’re thrilled to be part of the Jill Malone Fine Jewelry Holiday Trunk Show at Lolli Sutton on December 18! Come by the store from 2-7pm\, 1875 Post Road in Fairfield\, and browse and shop. Bring a friend! This is the perfect opportunity to buy a gift – and gift yourself! Proceeds from 10% of jewelry sales will benefit Operation Hope of Fairfield. Thank you to Lolli Sutton and Jill Malone for including us in their outreach efforts this holiday season!
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/lolli-sutton-holiday-trunk-show-to-benefit-operation-hope-dec-18-2025/
LOCATION:Lolli Sutton\, 1875 Post Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T220000
DTSTAMP:20251111T194409Z
CREATED:20251111T194402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T194409Z
UID:13448-1764698400-1764712800@operationhopect.org
SUMMARY:Mingle All the Way — AMA CT Holiday Networking Party & Pantry Drive for OH
DESCRIPTION:Join AMA Connecticut for their Holiday Networking Party on Tuesday\, December 2 at 6pm at Odeen’s at Oak Hills\, 165 Fillow St.\, Norwalk. Members and non-members welcome! Enjoy dinner\, drinks\, and festive fun while connecting with marketers\, students\, and professionals from across Connecticut! Register here. Please bring some non-perishables for a drive for Operation Hope. Guests who bring a donation supporting the food drive for Operation Hope will receive a ticket to win a raffle basket! 
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/mingle-all-the-way-ama-ct-holiday-networking-party-pantry-drive-for-oh-2025/
LOCATION:Odeens at Oak Hills\, 165 Fillow Street\, Norwalk\, CT\, 06850\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251130T140000
DTSTAMP:20251106T165246Z
CREATED:20251106T165239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T165246Z
UID:13429-1764496800-1764511200@operationhopect.org
SUMMARY:Santa Letters & Hot Cocoa for a Cause\, Hosted by The Vanderblue Team
DESCRIPTION:Join The Vanderblue Team at Higgins Group for “Santa Letters & Hot Cocoa for a Cause!” Santa’s coming to town! On Sunday\, November 30\, 10am-2pm at Sherman Green in Fairfield\, The Vanderblue Team will be on hand during “Santa’s Arrival” for your child to stop by the table\, share their holiday wishes in a letter for Santa and enjoy hot cocoa. Enjoy this festive activity for a suggested donation of $3\, which will be donated to Operation Hope of Fairfield. Get in the holiday spirit by shopping\, dining and supporting local at this beloved annual event hosted by the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce! Thanks to The Vanderblue Team for offering a fun way to involve our littlest helpers to feed our neighbors in need.
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/santa-letters-hot-cocoa-for-a-cause-nov-2025/
LOCATION:Sherman Town Green\, 1451 Post Road\, Fairfield\, 06824
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251129T220000
DTSTAMP:20251119T024103Z
CREATED:20251106T151434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T024103Z
UID:13425-1764442800-1764453600@operationhopect.org
SUMMARY:Faster Things: Allman Brothers Tribute Concert + Food Drive for Operation Hope
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a concert featuring the powerhouse tribute to the Allman Brothers Band\, Faster Things! Faster Things has been earning rave reviews from fans and venues alike\, with long time ABB fans touting Faster Things as one of their favorites among the many ABB tributes. The show is at FTC StageOne on Saturday\, November 29\, doors open at 7pm\, show starts at 8pm. Buy tickets here. The band is hosting a pre-show food drive to benefit Operation Hope. Please bring non-perishables and also donate via Venmo or through our Amazon Wish List on site. Thanks to Faster Things and FTC StageOne for hosting this opportunity to feed and care for our neighbors in need. 
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/faster-things-allman-brothers-tribute-concert-food-drive-for-operation-hope-nov-25/
LOCATION:FTC StageOne\, 70 Sanford Street\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251127T120000
DTSTAMP:20251112T205636Z
CREATED:20251112T205631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T205636Z
UID:13453-1764237600-1764244800@operationhopect.org
SUMMARY:Turkey Bowl Food Drive for Operation Hope
DESCRIPTION:Spend Thanksgiving morning watching two hometown rivals play in the Turkey Bowl! Fairfield Ludlowe vs. Fairfield Warde! Kickoff is at 10am at Warde High School. Bring non-perishables to help stock Operation Hope’s Food Pantry! Two teams…one community. Thanks to our generous community for feeding our neighbors in need!
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/turkey-bowl-food-drive-for-operation-hope/
LOCATION:Fairfield Warde High School\, 755 Melville Ave\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06825\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251201
DTSTAMP:20251117T194717Z
CREATED:20251117T194711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T194717Z
UID:13480-1764201600-1764547199@operationhopect.org
SUMMARY:Operation Hope Thanksgiving Closures
DESCRIPTION:Operation Hope’s office will be closed Thursday\, November 27\, and Friday\, November 28\, for the Thanksgiving holiday. Please do not leave donations during this time. \nThe Food Pantry will be closed Wednesday\, November 26 through Friday\, November 28. \nThe Community Kitchen will be closed Thursday\, November 27\, and Friday\, November 28. Please do not leave donations during this time. \nThe office\, Food Pantry and Community Kitchen will re-open on Monday\, December 1. Donations will be accepted beginning December 1. Thank you.
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/operation-hope-thanksgiving-closures-2025/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251126T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251126T220000
DTSTAMP:20251120T170131Z
CREATED:20251120T170124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T170131Z
UID:13510-1764183600-1764194400@operationhopect.org
SUMMARY:Food Drive at Deep Banana Blackout Pre-Thanksgiving Concert
DESCRIPTION:It wouldn’t be Thanksgiving week without Funksgiving hitting The Warehouse FTC! 🦃 🎶\n\n\n \n\n\nGroove to the tunes of Deep Banana Blackout on 11/26 and kick off your holiday weekend! 🎶🎸\n\n\n \n\n\nThanks to FTC for hosting a bin at the show in which to drop non-perishable donations for Operation Hope’s Pantry. Consider high protein items – canned meat\, canned stew and canned chowder!🥫Every contribution makes a difference for our neighbors in need ❤️\n\n\n \n\n\n🎟 Tickets and more info –> here
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/food-drive-at-deep-banana-blackout-pre-thanksgiving-concert-nov-2025/
LOCATION:FTC The Warehouse\, 70 Sanford Street\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T170000
DTSTAMP:20251106T152222Z
CREATED:20251105T032324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T152222Z
UID:13422-1763823600-1763830800@operationhopect.org
SUMMARY:VERY LOW TICKETS: Laurie Berkner LIVE! A Holiday Concert 3pm: To Benefit Operation Hope
DESCRIPTION:A live\, solo concert performance by Laurie Berkner! Join us for one of two shows on Saturday\, November 22\, 11am or 3pm at SHU Community Theatre. Laurie’s Holiday concerts are a mix of winter holiday songs and Laurie Berkner hits – plus some well-loved songs rarely played in concert. Bring a stuffed animal for your head and wear a costume! A $1 donation will be added to tickets to benefit local nonprofit\, Operation Hope of Fairfield. Buy tickets here for this fun\, family-friendly holiday event!
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/laurie-berkner-live-a-holiday-concert-3pm-to-benefit-operation-hope-3pm-nov-2025/
LOCATION:SHU Community Theatre\, 1420 Post Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251122T130000
DTSTAMP:20251106T152148Z
CREATED:20251105T031904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T152148Z
UID:13417-1763809200-1763816400@operationhopect.org
SUMMARY:VERY LOW TICKETS: Laurie Berkner LIVE! A Holiday Concert 11am: To Benefit Operation Hope
DESCRIPTION:A live\, solo concert performance by Laurie Berkner! Join us for one of two shows on Saturday\, November 22\, 11am or 3pm at SHU Community Theatre. Laurie’s Holiday concerts are a mix of winter holiday songs and Laurie Berkner hits – plus some well-loved songs rarely played in concert. Bring a stuffed animal for your head and wear a costume! A $1 donation will be added to tickets to benefit local nonprofit\, Operation Hope of Fairfield. Buy tickets here for this fun\, family-friendly holiday event!
URL:https://operationhopect.org/event/laurie-berkner-live-a-holiday-concert-11am-to-benefit-operation-hope-nov-22-11-2025/
LOCATION:SHU Community Theatre\, 1420 Post Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06824\, United States
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