Fairfield's Social Status: Police Join Facebook, Shays Visits, Teen Theatre Does 'Tommy'

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It's all on Facebook but we bring it right to you -- the pics, the comments, the status updates and more. If it's on the Fairfield Patch Facebook newsfeed, you'll find it here. And if you see something about Stratford in your feed that we missed, let everyone know in the comments!

Click on the name of the business, organization, person, etc. to go to that group or individual's Facebook page.

Fairfield Police Department

The is now on Facebook. "Like" the department's page on Facebook for regular updates on the department's campaigns (like "Click It or Ticket" and "Drive Hands Free or Pay the Fee") as well as emergency communication, like reports of downed wires and trees during storms. You can find the department on Twitter by following @fpdct.

Christopher Shays

The former U.S. Senator currently campaigning for 2012 has been making stops at train stations on the New Haven Metro-North line, including two recent visits to Fairfield:

"At the Fairfield train station this morning. Lots of old friends happy to see us." (July 19)

Trek Bicycle Store

Missed Saturday's CT Challenge Bike Ride? Just head over to the bike and gear shop's Facebook page to check out photos from the event. partnered with Physical Synergy to put together a team for the challenge.

Cinch Food

The has plenty of variety for you to stock your kitchen with:

"Over 70 great selections out right now so stop in and make dinner a Cinch. There's still a few spaces for this Thursday night's Pasta making and sauce class. Bring a bottle of wine and a friend and enjoy an evening out. Make sure you call to sign up soon."

Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo

There are a few things going on at Beardsley Zoo in the neighboring city of Bridgeport:

"Friendly reminder: every weekday day at 1PM we have Animal Tales! Visit us for story time, a special craft and even an animal encounter. Free with Zoo admission. Families with children under age 6 are welcome. Who's coming this week?"

"Can you believe tomorrow is the first day of August? Check out this terrific list and mark your calendars for our Teddy Bear Fest on August 11th!"

Fairfield Museum and History Center

The shared a link on its Facebook page to a historical post concerning Fairfield:

"Interesting post about remembering the War of 1812, and Fairfield's Powder House: http://www.thesizeofconnecticut.com/2012/07/still-there.html"

Town of Fairfield, CT

The town's official Facebook page shared photos of First Selectman Michael Tetreau at a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new Verizon Wireless store on Saturday:

"On Saturday, July 28th, First Selectman Tetreau cut the ribbon at the grand opening of the Verizon Wireless store at 1929 Black Rock Turnpike."

Fairfield, Conn. Sports

"Like" Fairfield Conn. Sports' Facebook page for coverage -- including reports, photos and videos -- of Fairfield American as the team advances to Little League Regionals.  

SBC Restaurant and Brewery – Southport

Looking for a serving job?

" is looking for talented and experienced servers! Candidates must be able to work nights and weekends. Stop in today and fill out an application - 2600 Post Road, Southport. Your table awaits!"

Fairfield Teen Theatre

will be performing The Who's "Tommy" this weekend:

"4 more days until the amazing journey begins!....Call today to reserve a 4 person front row couch for $50 (3 available/show) or your reserved seats at 203-372-9464 $15 adults, $12 students/seniors."