News in Woodbridge & Bethany, CT
Festive Family Fun at the Parish House
A festive holiday celebration is coming to the Parish House in Woodbridge, Connecticut, offering families a delightful morning of seasonal activities and entertainment. The event will take place on Saturday, December 14, from 10:30 AM to
Middle School Students Get Spooky at Youth Services Halloween Event
Woodbridge & Bethany 7th & 8th grade residents and other Amity Middle School-Bethany students celebrated Halloween at the Woodbridge Youth Services Halloween Spooktacular at Woodbridge Center on October 25th. Students showed off their creativity with a costume contest, and participated in fun
Jewish Music Celebration Combines Culture, Cuisine, and Cocktails
The BJ Players are set to present "Latkes, Vodka & Lyrics," a unique musical showcase celebrating the rich legacy of Jewish songwriters across multiple genres and generations. The event, scheduled for December 14 at 6:30 P.M., promises an evening of entertainment spanning from Vaudeville to modern
Amity Schools Excel: AP Honor Roll, Merit Scholars Lead Success
In September, the Board recognized the National Merit Scholarship Commended Scholars and Semi-Finalists. The focus presentation came from the Visual and Performing Arts Department, led by Department Chair Jessica Zamachaj. She presented the dates of upcoming fall music concerts, theater
Arti Dixson’s 35th Annual Holiday Party: A Celebration of Music, Community, and Giving
Mark your calendars! Join us for a magical evening at Arti Dixson’s 35th Annual Holiday Party, an event dedicated to the joy of music and the spirit of giving. For the 25th consecutive year, this beloved holiday celebration will be held at Woodwinds, 29 School Ground Road, Branford, CT, from 5 PM
DiMatteo Foundation Doubles Charity Impact Raising $87K Through Golf and Gala Events
Recently, the DiMatteo Family Charitable Foundation organized two charity events to more than double its support to the community this year. Its golf classic and gala contributed over $87,750 to four nonprofits around the state.John DiMatteo of Bethany, President of DiMatteo Group Financial Service
Congregation B’nai Jacob Happenings for November 2024
Join Congregation B’nai Jacob for daily and weekly services, including morning and evening minyan, Shabbat services, and Torah study with Rabbi Rona Shapiro.
Christ Episcopal Church Pumpkin & Holly Fair
Start your holiday season with the Pumpkin and Holly Fair at Christ Episcopal Church, 526 Amity Road, Bethany (Route 63 at the blinking light) on Saturday, November 23 from 9am-2pm. You’ll find an array of holiday decorations, toys, raffles, a fabulous bakery table, a gently used clothing Boutique
It's All in the Hips: The Key to a Pain-Free Life
On a daily basis, I see it all: knee pain, ankle and foot pain, back pain, and general difficulty moving. You know what all those issues have in common—your hips. If you walk into my office, I guarantee that any lower body or core issue you complain of will require us to take a look at your hips.
Noha Alharbi Elected to Membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi
Noha Alharbi of Woodbridge, Connecticut, was recently elected to membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society, at University of Bridgeport.
Fresh Trees & More: Troop 63 Annual Christmas Tree Sale
Boy Scout Troop 63 will be holding its annual Christmas Tree Sale. For over 60 years, Troop 63 has been selling trees, wreaths, kissing balls and other fresh holiday decorations. The sale will be located behind the Public Library in Woodbridge on Center Road.
Beth El – Keser Israel Events for November 2024
Several of the BEKI artists whose work is on display will discuss their artwork and respond to questions on Saturday, Nov. 23. Featured artists include David Chorney, Susan Dardik, Diana Firestone, Karen Kassap, Diane Krevolin, Mary Lesser, Julie Leviter, Margaret Olin, Betsy Ratner, Helen Rosenberg
Free, Safe, Family-Friendly Halloween: Trunk-or-Treat at Bethany Farm and Nursery
Free, fun, and safe Trick-or-Treating at Bethany Farm and Nursery this Sunday, October 27th! We hope you can join us from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM for a safe, fun, family-friendly fall day of trick-or-treating at the farm! We’ll have our staff trunks decorated, and our equipment lined up and stocked with
The Bethany Spartan Players Fall Production of Suessical Jr. Announced
With a generous grant from their headlining sponsor, The Jamie A. Hulley Arts Foundation (jamiehulleyartsfund.org), The Bethany Spartan Players are pleased to announce their production of Seussical Jr., Friday, November 8, at 6:30 PM, Saturday, November 9, at 6:30 PM, and Sunday, November 10
Women Gather for Mega Challah Bake Marking One Year Since October 7 Attacks
A year after the horrific attacks that took place in Israel on October 7, a tragedy that reverberated around the world, Jewish women from across Greater New Haven gathered for an evening of unity and prayer. The Rise for Israel Mega Challah Bake, organized by the Jewish Women’s Circle
Woodbridge Residents Prioritize Schools, Open Space in POCD Update
As many of you are aware, there are a number of land use projects underway in our town. Most recently, you may have participated in the Plan of Conservation and Development (“POCD”) Open House on October 8th (the “Open House”).
A Festive Tradition Returns: Christmas Bazaar & Craft Fair at Our Lady of Assumption Church
Calling all holiday shoppers and merrymakers! Mark your calendars for the annual Christmas Bazaar & Craft Fair at Our Lady of Assumption Church in Woodbridge. This beloved community event returns on Saturday, November 16th, 2024, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.
A Festive Celebration of Gratitude: "Giving Thanks Together"
The community is invited to join in a heartwarming celebration of gratitude at the upcoming "Giving Thanks Together" event. This festive gathering will take place on Sunday, November 17, 2024, from 1:30 to 3:00 PM at the Parish House, located at 5 Meetinghouse Lane.
Woodbridge Student Achieves Early College Admission and Phi Kappa Phi Honor
It’s not every day that high school students break with tradition to attend a school that prepares them to enter college after the 10th grade, but for this Woodbridge, CT student, that’s exactly the case. This year, Finley Crout joined the Fall 2024 class at Bard Academy at Simon's Rock,
Rake Safely, Avoid Backaches: A Guide to Yard Work Warm-Up and Proper Lifting
As the days of summer turn into fall, a new season is upon us. And for most adolescents and teenagers, it’s the dawn of a new sports season. In the past it also signified a transition from the end of summer sports to the beginning of autumn and winter sports.