News in Woodbridge & Bethany, CT

On Sunday, January 19th, Girl Scout Troop 60431, a 3rd grade brownie troop from Beecher Road School, hosted the inaugural Trefoil Turbo Derby, a Pinewood Derby-inspired event that was open to Girl Scouts and members of the broader community. Participants included siblings, Boy Scouts

Rabbi Eric Woodward leads a discussion of the weekly Torah portion on Thursday mornings. Talmud class meets Sundays Feb. 2 & 9 and other select Sundays. Other upcoming classes include “Making Sense of Jewish Prayer” on Feb. 3. Consult office@beki.org for details.

Miss Nicole’s Creative Learning Center, a family owned and operated childcare center, is now licensed and operating in Woodbridge! Conveniently located off exit 59 on the Merritt, the center serves children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. The center provides childcare, Preschool, Pre-K 4 and Pre-K

One year ago, the American Red Cross declared a national emergency due to the shortage of blood. They continue to see the lowest number of people giving blood in the last 20 years. There's been a 40% decrease in the number of people donating. Let’s correct that in 2025!

Balance in the body is a complex system, quite different from the general concept of balance in life. Internally, our bodies constantly regulate processes like heart rate, blood pressure, cholesterol, breathing, and digestion. However, the most crucial element for functional bodily balance is often

Please join us in welcoming Vermont's acclaimed Champlain Trio on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. in the sanctuary at the First Church of Christ, 5 Meetinghouse Lane, Woodbridge.

The Garden Club of Woodbridge enjoyed some "Holiday Time" at the charming home of a member on December 10. A delicious lunch was savored, and four members showcased their reflective floral designs based on the theme "All that Glitters." 

Join Congregation B'nai Jacob for enriching Jewish services, events, and learning opportunities. From daily minyanim and Shabbat services to special events like Gospel Shabbat and family programs, discover a welcoming spiritual community.

As the New Year approaches, many individuals commit to fitness goals, particularly focusing on physical fitness and weight management. However, several critical considerations must be taken into account to ensure a safe and effective fitness journey.

Woodbridge residents are invited to embrace the winter spirit at Snow Day 2025! This is a family-friendly gathering scheduled for Saturday, January 11th, from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM. The event will take place at the Parish Hall, located at 5 Meetinghouse Lane in Woodbridge.

Congregation B’nai Jacob, in partnership with the Greater New Haven African American Historical Society, the Jewish Historical Society of Greater New Haven, The Towers of New Haven, Shoreline Soul, Valley Soul, and the Jewish Federation of Greater New Haven/Jewish Community Relations Council

Snow shoveling is a demanding physical activity that requires proper preparation and technique to avoid injury. Before heading out with your shovel, it's essential to warm up the key muscle groups, including biceps, deltoids, rotator cuff, forearm, and parascapular muscles. Simple warm-up exercises

Children's Havura, K-2 Kehila, and Junior Congregation, all led by parent or grandparent volunteers, meet each Saturday. For more information about Saturday programs or BEKI’s religious school, named BINA, consult Education Director Annie Norman-Schiff at anormanschiff@beki.org.

Beecher Road School K-3rd students can create art with friends! After-school painting party, January 17th, 3:30-5:00pm. Location: Beecher Road School, South Assembly Room. Local artist Darcee LoPresti of Picasso Parties will provide instruction to students in creating a beautiful winter scene.

At this time of the year the Board begins work on the 2025-2026 budget. The first step was a special late November meeting for presentations by the various departments of their estimated needs for the 2025-2026 school year. These are submitted to the Superintendent so that she may prepare her budget

Gathering greens for this program is always a labor-intensive task. We want to express our gratitude to the following sponsors and individuals who helped make the 2024 Wreath Making program a success:

From April through October gardeners from the Garden Club of Woodbridge meet weekly to prune, weed and frequently add plants to one of the following gardens: the Darling House herb garden; the library's center garden as well as the garden adjacent to the library's front door; and the Adella Baldwin

Families may participate by making individual “We Care” Bags for New Reach Foundation in New Haven. Fill 1-Gallon resealable bags with items for the homeless which may include new socks, gloves, hats, underwear, protein bars, fruit cups, small toiletries, hygiene items, and $5 gift cards for Dunkin

Benjamin Resnick, rabbi of the Pelham Jewish Center in New York, will talk about his new novel, Next Stop, on Sunday, Dec. 8. Next Stop explores the precariousness of Jewish American life after a black hole consumes the State of Israel and similar strange events occur in major cities around

The Amity Regional School District is honored to announce the appointment of Dr. Shannan Carlson as Assistant Superintendent of Schools. Dr. Carlson brings over 25 years of experience as an educator and instructional leader, with expertise spanning Pre-K through high school.