Join Frank and Lori Mercede as they host Autumn Dreams, an evening of fine food and wine featuring celebrity chef Jacques Pepin to benefit Boundless Playgrounds, 5:30-9 p.m., Italian Center Banquet and Conference Facility, Stamford; for event details and sponsorship oppurtunities visit Boundlessplaygrounds.org; 524-4601; Boundlessplay008@aol.com.