Things to do in Fairfield this weekend

There are plenty of ways to feed the soul this weekend in Fairfield, from gospel music to an art sale. Here are suggestions to lift your spirits this weekend:

Hit the beach Friday night for a gospel jazz concert by the Steve Clark Trio and a barbecue to boot. The annual event, sponsored by Christ Centered A.R.M.E.D. Ministries, will be held at 7 p.m. at the Penfield Pavilion. Tickets are $45 for the concert and all you can eat. For tickets, call 203-545-3249 or email johnnybettygarner@yahoo.com.

Decided you're finally going to learn to play the clarinet? Your kid bugging you for a saxophone? Visit the Music Parents Association of Fairfield's Used Musical Instrument Sale on Saturday, from 8:30 a.m.-noon, at Fairfield Warde High School, 755 Melville Ave. Cash or checks, no credit cards accepted. Orchestra and band teachers will be on hand to help students make a selection. Proceeds benefit the town's music programs. For more information, visit http://fairfieldmpa.org.

After music Saturday, immerse yourself in art work at the Fairfield Arts Center, 70 Sanford St. The center is hosting the Salon D'Automne, a juried art sale for collectors and the general public. Hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. For more information call 203-319-1419 or visit www.fairfieldartscenter.com.

Revisit the pyschedelic country rock genre when New Riders of the Purple Sage perform at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the Fairfield Theatre Co., 70 Sanford St. Tickets are $42. Call the box office at 203-259-1036 or visit www.fairfieldtheatre.org.

On Sunday, reflect on the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks with a free exhibit, "Connecticut Responds and Reflects" at the Fairfield Museum and History Center at 370 Beach Road. The museum is open from noon to 4 p.m., and an interfaith memorial service led by local clergy will be held at 3 p.m. For more information, visit www.fairfieldhs.org or call 203-259-1598.