BECOME A 2007 EVENT SPONSOR

2007 TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

La Danza   (Photos)

Now in its 12^th year, La Danza honors Ecuador in a new format: A sit down dinner and a cash bar will be provided. Puerto Rican Danza, Tangos and Milongas. Bridgeport Holiday Inn. Chairperson: Rosa Correa.

Whip, Whistle & Watch Luncheon   (Photos)

Official kick-off of the 2007 Barnum Festival.  Ringmaster Larry Merriam receives his whip, whistle and P.T. Barnum's pocket watch - his symbols of office.  The Bridgeport Holiday Inn.  Chair: Bridgeport Regional Business Council.

Join us in this glittering black-tie event as we pay tribute to

the 2007 Barnum Festival Ringmaster Larry Merriam and his predecessor Ringmasters. Cocktails, dinner and dancing. Bridgeport Holiday Inn. Chairpersons: Shiela Merriam and Carol Timpanelli.

Ringmaster's Golf Classic

The Tashua Knolls Golf Course, 40 Tashua Knolls Lane, Trumbull. Chairpersons: Gerry Eisenman and Nick Sarno.

Visions From the Heart    (Photos)

A juried art exposition of works by artists with disabilities. (Free to the public, June 21-July 21). The event is hosted by the Barnum Festival and The Kennedy Center. City Lights Gallery,   37 Markle Court, Bridgeport. Chairperson: Anthony Bonazzo, Fred Biebel.

Wing Ding Parade for Kids   Photos

It's a hugh festival for kids! Participants decorate their own floats, wagons, carriages or come in costume to take part in a parade just for the younger crowd.  Following the parade will be entertainment by clowns, jugglers, acrobats and magicians. There will also be face painting, arts and crafts and games galore- all at no charge! Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, Noble Avenue, Bridgeport. Chairpersons: Eileen Ferrigno

Barnum Sails the Sound -   Photos

Saturday, June 23, Bridgeport/Port Jefferson Ferry. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. and the ship sails promptly at 7:30 p.m. until 10:30 p.m.  The event is held rain or shine.

            Come have a three-hour blast of fun on the Sound this summer! This popular, always sold-out cruise on the P.T. Barnum Ferry boasts a buffet dinner from Smeraglino's Catering and three levels of entertainment for everyone. Live music, a karaoke DJ, an accordion player and dancing will fill the big boat from bow to stern.  Featured entertainers include: JMG, Quintera and the Coastal Chordsmen.

Tickets cost $50 per person, which includes the buffet on the boat, plus soda, beer, wine and frozen drinks, and loads of entertainment. Secured parking is available at People's Bank.

Generous sponsors include: the Bridgeport & Port Jefferson Steamboat Company, Bridgeport Port Authority, People's Bank, General Electric Company, Pullman & Comley, LLC, and Coca-Cola Bottling Company of New England. 

For tickets, call the Barnum Festival at 203-367-8495 or log on to www.BarnumFestival.com.

Chairpersons: Kyle Cunningham, Mel and Marge Cunningham.

Dancing, music by Vinny Carr, light refreshments and a dance contest. Door prize and a raffle. Captain's Cove Seaport, 1 Bostwick Avenue, Bridgeport. Chairpersons: Joe Mainero, Peggy Lopez and Shirley Sambrook.

Jenny Lind Concert      Photos

Join the American and Swedish Jenny Linds, world-class sopranos, in an unforgettable evening of music. Get to meet the Jennys at a reception after the concert. Playhouse on the Green, 177 State Street, Bridgeport. Chairpersons: Dorothy Straub Genualdi, Bob Genualdi and Kathy Maher.

People's Bank's Fireworks  with STAR 99.9 simulcast

Enjoy one of the largest fireworks display in Connecticut.  A local FM radio station broadcasts a live simulcast.  Seaside Park, Bridgeport. Chairperson: John Klein

Saturday, JUNE 30 (no rain date)

CHAMPIONS ON PARADE,

JFK Stadium, Central High School, Bridgeport.

This ever-popular Drum and Bugle Corps competition has returned to its original exciting format with winners announced at the end of this entertaining evening. Senior Drum Corps performers include seven favorites: the Connecticut Hurricanes, Redding Buccaneers, Empire Statesmen, Corps Vets, Brigadiers, Bushwackers, and Hawthorne Caballeros. 

There is no rain date for Champions on Parade, which will be held at John F. Kennedy Stadium, Central High School, 1 Lincoln Boulevard, Bridgeport. Gates open at 4:30 p.m. with the show kicking off at 5:45 p.m.  Advance tickets cost $17 or $20 at the gate.

This event is sponsored by Mastercard World Wide, Santa Energy Services, Lindquist Builders Supply, Kuchma Construction, Custom Air Systems and Past and Present Ringmasters, and is part of the 20-event mega celebration, The Barnum Festival. Call The Festival Office at 203-367-8495 or www.BarnumFestival.com for tickets.

 Chairperson: Art Harris 

Great Street Parade 11:00 A.M     Photos

This year's Great Street Parade will consist of military units, drum corps, bag pipers, floats, giant character balloons, clowns and more excitement than you can imagine! This is the largest parade in Connecticut stepping off at the corners of North and Clinton Avenues, Bridgeport. Chairperson: Frank Gennarini.

July 15,

Sunday, July 15, 2007

Barnum Festival Antique & Classic Car Show – Sunday, July 15, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Hillcrest Middle School, Daniels Farm Road, Trumbull. Rain date, Sunday, July 22.  This day of great family fun is hosted by Classic Nights Car Club. Features over 300 antique and classic cars, music, food vendors and free inflatable children’s rides.  Admission is $5 for adults and free for children under 12.  For tickets and information, call the Barnum Festival at 203-367-8495 or log on to www.BarnumFestival.com.

Chairperson: Dave Flint

Bluefish Salute the Barnum Festival (Photos)

The Bluefish vs. Somerset Patriots-in a fundraiser honoring the Barnum Festival. Enjoy a fun packed evening with Ringmaster Larry Merriam, Spirit and the Royal Family.  Ball Park at Harbor Yard, 500 Main Street, Bridgeport. Chairperson:  Jeff Burr

Pasta Fair

A fundraiser with an Italian flair. Italian buffet and dessert tables at Testo's Ristorante, 1775 Madison Avenue, Bridgeport.  Chairperson: Peter Carroll