News in Woodbridge & Bethany, CT

Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven (JFS) hosted A Night of Recognition fundraiser on Sunday, April 7, 2024, at the Jewish Community Center (JCC) in Woodbridge, CT. The event honored Connecticut Senator Richard Blumenthal and Woodbridge, CT residents Dr. Norman & Karyn Ravski

One of the most commonly injured areas of the body is the shoulder. It is a dynamic joint, allowing us the greatest mobility of any articulating joint. But with great mobility, comes great potential for injury.

Houlihan Lawrence Wareck D’Ostilio proudly announces that Ken Ginsberg recently received the DealMaker award for his achievement at the CCIM annual awards dinner.

The Bi-Annual DEA Drug Take Back Day will be held in conjunction with the Earth Day 2024 celebration on Saturday, April 27th, from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm at the Police Department entrance. You may bring any unused or expired medications, including pet medications.

Elementary students from the Beecher Road School Student Council have planned a fun game day for residents and non-residents over the age of 55! Participate with the students in a variety of board games provided by the council, then enjoy free pizza with dessert after – sponsored by The Center.

Many of us were deeply saddened by the passing of our beloved classmate and class president, Francis J. Erba (Fran). In his memory, a group of classmates is proposing the creation of the Francis J. Erba Scholarship Fund.

Beecher Road School is excited to announce the return of the popular Summer Enrichment Program (SEP). This year, due to construction on the BRS Campus, it will be hosted at the Amity Middle School in Bethany. The program will be running for the month of July with morning, supervised lunch, and after

Amity Regional School District #5, as per state guidelines, is properly disposing of student special education records. The records of any student who has received special services are maintained for six years after their class graduates.

Woodbridge Recreation will be hosting a free chalk art design program at the Pease Rd athletic field parking lot.

Rabbi Dennis Ross of Congregation Mishkan Israel will draw from his latest book, A Year with Martin Buber/Wisdom from the Weekly Torah Portion to discuss spiritual opportunities that so often pass unnoticed.

The Woodbridge Youth Advisory Board had a difficult decision to make when they reviewed the nominations received for the First Selectman’s Youth Award. Each student had great credentials.

On April 5th, Amity Middle School Students enjoyed their time at the after-school Spring Paint Party! They were able to not only have an artistic outlet but also socialize and foster a connection with their peers. Although Picasso Parties artist, Darcee, provided the guide for the students

On April 8, 2024, the Amity Board of Education held its District Public Budget Hearing. Superintendent Byars presented a brief overview of the 2024-2025 budget. There was no comment from any member of the public at the hearing. The Board of Education adopted budget is 3.49% higher than the current

The Woodbridge Sustainability Committee and Blue Earth Compost are partnering to bring a new curbside food scrap collection service to town! The program will kick off once 50 households sign up.

Amy Burrell of Woodbridge, Connecticut, was recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society. Burrell was initiated at Sacred Heart University.

The CDC recently announced new Spring 2024 COVID guidelines including a recommendation for those over 65, and those who are immunosuppressed, to receive another COVID booster. With that in mind, Woodbridge Human Services, in conjunction with Valley Pharmacy, will offer a vaccine clinic on Wednesday

Taking to heart Oscar Wilde’s famous quote “Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery,” award-winning piano man Anthony Geraci pays tribute to the old masters as he calls them on his sophomore album on Blue Heart Records. Tears In My Eyes, a collection of eleven new tunes, were recorded with his

On February 6, the Garden Club of Woodbridge hosted Stephanie Berluti, who is owner of South Haven Farm in Orange. South Haven Farm is a diverse vegetable farm specializing in salad greens, roots and seasonal favorites. Stephanie's presentation discussed growing organic vegetables and providing

Experience the World in One Day! Join us for an electrifying celebration of global culture at the International Cultural Fusion Festival! This is the ultimate event to cap off your summer, brought to you by Arts in CT. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds, feast your eyes on stunning art exhibits

The Woodbridge Earth Day Celebration 2024 will be held on Saturday, April 27th from 10am to 5pm in the center of town. This event, hosted by the Woodbridge Ad Hoc Sustainability Committee and the Woodbridge Town Library, promises a variety of activities and attractions for all ages.