News in Woodbridge & Bethany, CT

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

Thankfully it’s finally Spring! So much to do, so little time, back-breaking yard work – it adds up to possible lower back strain, muscle pulls, and joint dysfunctions. Advice: Take it slow and prepare yourself for outside chores with some simple exercises.Raking requires upper body strength

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.

Bid for Beecher Road Elementary School Partial Roof Replacement project due April 19, 2024. See details & pre-bid meeting info.

The Woodbridge Center offers free and discounted activities for Woodbridge residents over 55. Enjoy free coffee, lunch, game days, exercise classes, and tech help. Learn about upcoming events like a tag sale, vaccine clinic, and Earth Day celebration.

Got gently used dog gear lying around? Don’t toss it—give it a new leash on life! Join us in making a paw-sitive impact this Earth Day by participating in our pet supplies exchange.

Woodbridge Recreation Summer camp will take place at Amity High School due to the Beecher Road School roof construction. Camp will run June 24 through August 2, 9 am - noon at Amity High School for campers entering grades 1-8. Camp offers a wide range of activities including arts and crafts, drama

Eric Chen, a Beecher graduate and 8th grader at Amity Middle School Bethany, won first place in the Junior Paper category in the National History Day Contest New Haven Regional Contest on March 23rd. He will advance to the Connecticut Contest on May 5th. He also won two awards in the 2024 Scholastic

Connecticut author and storyteller Matthew Dicks will visit the Amity Regional High School library next week to present two master classes in the art of storytelling.