News in Woodbridge & Bethany, CT


Woodbridge Rec. Spring Youth Programs start February 20
Woodbridge Rec. Spring youth program registration begins on Tuesday, February 20th. Programs include basketball, bowling, chess, flag football, gymnastics, horseback riding, ultimate team sports, Kumon, Little Scientist, Massaro Farm, running club, tennis, taekwondo, & field hockey. Most programs


The Other Side of Prospect, with Nicholas Dawidoff
Join us for a conversation with the award winning author of The Other Side of Prospect, a landmark work of intimate reporting on inequality, race, class, and violence told through a story of murder and intersecting lives in an iconic American neighborhood — Newhallville, New Haven. Mr. Dawidoff will


Unlock Your Entrepreneurial Spirit: Panel Discussion on Building Your Own Business
Have you ever wanted to start your own business? What does it take to turn your passion into your job and manage your own business? Join us for a panel discussion. Amy Vatner will interview three other congregants — Linda Reis, Lauren Haas and Jodi Seidner — who have each turned their interests and


Queen Esther: The Eras Tour, Purim Party
Come in costume! 7:45pm Megillah, 8:30pm Purim Celebration with karaoke, lavish appetizer and dessert stations in a cozy & casual setting *$75 per person.


HIAS Refugee Shabbat Service and Dinner
HIAS Refugee Shabbat Service and Dinner at B'nai Jacob, March 15. Call or email to register: 203 389 2111; office@bnaijacob.org. There is a charge for the dinner.


Pajama Havdalah
An event for children six and under and their caretakers. Wear pajamas, enjoy dessert, hot cocoa, stories and songs.


Amity Board of Education: Budget Increase, Policy Updates, and School News
At the February 12th meeting, the Amity Board of Education reviewed the Superintendent’s Proposed Budget for 2024-2025. Per the Board’s bylaw, the presentation included a review of the academic and extracurricular accomplishments from the past and current school year, and the anticipated financial


Woodbridge Youth Services: Opportunities, Resources & Recognition
If you know a Woodbridge youth (up to 18 years old) who has volunteered their time working to improve the Town of Woodbridge or its residents, consider nominating that deserving resident. Principals, teachers, fellow students, neighbors, group, and religious leaders, etc. are encouraged to make


Stay Heart Healthy & Get Community Resources: News from Woodbridge Human Services
VITA is a free tax preparation service available to individuals who are income qualifying, to people who have a disability, and to those who speak limited English. The program began in early February and will run through April 11. For required tax documents and to schedule an appointment


Spring Fun Awaits! Woodbridge Rec Opens Youth Program Registration
Spring Youth Programs: Woodbridge Rec. Spring youth program registration begins on Tuesday, February 20th. Programs include basketball, bowling, chess, flag football, gymnastics, horseback riding, ultimate team sports, Kumon, Little Scientist, Massaro Farm, running club, tennis, taekwondo


Local Kids Soar at Lego League State Robotics Championship
Woodbridge has amazing talent when it comes to Robotics. This year, three teams from our town participated in the First Lego League Robotics competition: Team Bricasso, the Democracy Dragons, and Determined.


Woodbridge Ad-Hoc Sustainability Committee News
Please join us on Saturday, February 17 at 3pm at the Woodbridge Library Meeting Room to learn about composting/recycling. Bring the kids too! We will have a story and an activity for children upstairs. Did you know our trash and recycling at the transfer station is weighed and our town pays


Student News for February 2024
Dean College is pleased to announce that Catherine Thomas of Woodbridge has earned a place on the Dean’s List for the Fall 2023 semester. Students named to the Dean’s List have demonstrated a serious commitment to their studies while at Dean College.


Amity Physical Therapy Launches Comprehensive Concussion Program at All Offices
Most major impact sports are becoming more keenly aware of the importance or preventing excessive head injury and the potential long-term effects of concussion. Although the emphasis is stressed with protocols at the elite college and professional levels, there seems to be a large gap in the


Beecher: A Better Tomorrow
Here in Woodbridge, education is revered. Some recent internet searching suggests our town has, over time, been thought to be amongst those most educated in Connecticut given the high number of bachelor and professional degrees held by our residents.


Free Taxes, Food Assistance, & More: Woodbridge Human Services Offers a Helping Hand
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA): Tuesdays, 9 am - 1 pm. VITA is a free tax preparation service available to individuals who are income qualifying, to people who have a disability, and to those who speak limited English. The program will begin February 6 and run through April 11.


Spreading Holiday Joy & Opportunity: Woodbridge Youth Services Delivers
Teens became very creative with their decorating designs and even took some cookies home to share with friends or family members. Happy conversations and laughs were shared along with hot chocolate and snacks for a warm holiday event. Woodbridge Youth Services and the Town of Bethany sponsor


The Results are in: Amity FY 22-23 Surplus is $2,487,391
The goal of balancing Town needs with taxpayer affordability is a challenging one. In my view, one of the requirements of being a member of the Orange Board of Finance (OBOF) is to inform the public. In fact, I consider this an obligation of this elected position.


Woodbridge Town Library News for February 2024
Have you handed in your bingo sheets yet!? Have you started another?! Our Winter Reading game for adults continues now through February 20. Completed bingo sheets should be dropped off at the information desk to be entered into a Winter Reading Drawing—which will be held on Tuesday, February 20.


The Woodbridge Center for February 2024
The February art exhibit will feature artwork by The Center’s Painting for Pleasure art instructor, Carole Abbate. Please stop by to view the works of this talented, local artist.