News in Woodbridge & Bethany, CT

Junior Girl Scout Troop 60865, based at Beecher Road School, has successfully completed their Bronze Award project, a significant achievement that demonstrates their commitment to community service. The troop's project involved creating a Calm Space for the 5th and 6th grade students at the school.

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.

Autumn time is here, and the Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center invites you to its annual Autumn Festival. Celebrate this wonderful season with the staff and the Friends of the Ansonia Nature Center (FANCI).

Get ready for a festive shopping experience! Our Lady of Assumption Church is hosting its annual Christmas Bazaar and Craft Fair on Saturday, November 16, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

The College of the Holy Cross is pleased to announce that Gina Madonick of Woodbridge has been accepted into the Class of 2028. Madonick will join a diverse group of talented students from across the country and around the world.

At the August 19th Board of Education Meeting, the Amity Board of Education voted to transition to two meetings per month. September 9th marked the beginning of this new format.

Are you a woman who enjoys racquet sports like tennis and Pickle Ball? Are you looking for a new opportunity for fitness and fun? Consider joining the Badminton Club of New Haven (BCNH). Guest days are Tuesday, Sept. 24 and Thursday, Sept. 26 from 3:45 – 5:45 pm at Mary L Tracy School in Orange, CT

“Is Never Again Here Again? Anti-Semitism from Iran to America” will be the topic of a talk by Roya Hakakian on Thursday, September 19 at Congregation Beth El – Keser Israel. 

Congregation B’nai Jacob will host two sessions of security training led by Michael Shanbrom from the Secure Community Network (SCN), supported by the Jewish Federation of Greater New Haven. Learn how to recognize and respond to suspicious behavior to protect yourself and your community during the

Aging Adult Services of Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven hosted an Escape Alive Self-Defense class at the Jewish Community Center of Greater New Haven in Woodbridge through a program by Jane Doe No More in Partnership with East Coast Training Systems. This class was sponsored by Jane Doe

As the new academic year begins, The Center has several educational offerings and hobbies available to learn including Lunch & Learns, artistic painting, and mahjong. Below you will find the details of these programs and activities and more taking place at The Woodbridge Center in September. 

Are you missing some pieces in your life? Might one of those pieces be your faith life? Our Lady of the Assumption Parish on Center Road is offering an informative session explaining the process by which a person becomes a member of the Catholic faith and its community. If you’ve ever thought of

Fourteen students attended the recent class held by Youth Services. Instructor AnnaMaria Mauhs taught students how to handle emergencies, diaper, dress, and feed babies, and other basic information.

There are few things more gut wrenching than lying on the court or field of play, writhing in pain from an injury just sustained during practice or a game. The swelling, the pain, an inability to get yourself off the field. Most athletes, whether professional, collegiate, or recreational have been

Kenneth Gloss, internationally known rare book specialist and appraiser who runs the Brattle Book Shop in Boston, will speak at Woodbridge Town Library, 10 Newton Road, Woodbridge, CT, to talk about the "improbable finds" of his decades-long career. The in-person and virtual presentation will take

The International AIDS Society annual conference this year took place in Munich, Germany from July 20th to 26th. The conference dovetails science, policy, and advocacy under one roof. This year, the meeting attracted 11,000 participants from 163 countries. There were 2,200 posters presented during

The Amity Regional School District is prepared for and excited for the start of school. As we open this school year, our administrators, teachers, and staff are dedicated to meeting the Board of Education’s mission “to enable every Amity student to become a lifelong learner and a literate, caring

Tickets for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur services can be purchased for $150 from the BEKI office; email office@beki.org or call (203) 389-2108 x114. Active-duty military, police personnel, and full-time students may enter for free with valid official ID; however, advance arrangements are required. 

For us, the back-to-school season means returning to wintering grounds for migratory birds. Join Ranger Evelyn for an early–morning walk at 8:00 a.m. geared towards adults, or join us for a family bird walk at 1:00 p.m. Bring your binoculars or borrow a pair. Wear appropriate shoes and dress for the

Richard L. Zambarano of Woodbridge and Orange Connecticut died at home surrounded by family, after a wonderful life of 93 years. He is survived by his wife Pauli, five children Michael (wife Beverly, children Sierra, Zack, and Heather), Bob (wife Susan Ansorge, children Ellie and Paulo), Joe