Join us in honoring our nation and community this Veterans Day. The America 250 Bethel Committee , in partnership with the Bethel Patriotic Association , is seeking Veterans  who would like to participate in a public reading of the Declaration of Independence  at the Bethel Veterans Day Ceremony . Event Details: 🌟  Date:  Tuesday, November 11, 2025🕰️  Time:  11:00 a.m.🌳  Location:  Bethel Town Green, Bethel, Connecticut Your voice and presence will help us honor the legacy

As the nation prepares to mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Town of Bethel is joining communities across the country in celebrating this historic milestone. Celebrating the Declaration of Independence The Declaration, signed on July 4, 1776, was more than a statement of separation from Britain—it was a bold commitment to liberty, equality, and self-governance. While Bethel was not incorporated until 1855, residents of the region

9/11 Memorial Ridgefield CT Ridgefield Recreation Center 195 Danbury Rd, Ridgefield, CT 06877 The Message - 9/11 - 2025 There is a strange message in the chilled wind…Strange and ancient, heart-touched autumn words. Asking that we listen; listen and look.   A mystery hued black by night and cloud and remembering…This memory speaks of a day and a roar and a loss. Losses.  Many. Too many. Too many losses. Where there should be none. There should be no losses.   We look for some

Origins (1934) In 1934, Russian immigrant Rudolph Kunett founded the first commercial vodka distillery in the United States at 77 South Street, Bethel . This was the humble U.S. birthplace of Smirnoff Vodka .   Smirnoff in America Kunett purchased the U.S. rights to Smirnoff from Vladimir Smirnov. Though Americans weren’t big vodka drinkers at the time, this Bethel plant laid the foundation for vodka’s rise in the U.S.   From Bethel to the World By the late 1930s, Hartford’s 

SPHERE is proud to announce its bi-annual Reach for the Stars Gala, taking place on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at the elegant Amber Room Colonnade. This special evening brings together com munity members and supporters to celebrate inclusion, community, and the power of connection, while raising critical funds for SPHERE’s life-enriching programs. The 2025 Gala will honor John and Peggy Loehr with the Commitment to Service Award. Longtime champions of SPHERE and dedicated v

We’re thrilled to announce an exciting new chapter at Community Stroll: the addition of Ira Joe Fisher as our distinguished new contributor!   Ira Joe, Ridgefield’s celebrated Poet Laureate, Emmy-winning broadcaster, actor, and educator, will now bring his poetic insight, storytelling flair, and warm community voice to our website, social media platforms, and newsletter. His ongoing series of “P-06877-etry”—short, reflective videos filmed in Ridgefield—was a beloved feature i

Join the story - Celebrate History, Honor Community, Inspire the Future - Click on the link to find out more about celebrating the 250th Birthday of the signing of the Declaration of Independence - https://bethel-ct.gov/america250 Celebrate America 250 Bethel Join the Story!

A Celebration of the Arts in Newtown Connecticut! SEPTEMBER 26 - 28, 2025 AT FAIRFIELD HILLS IN NEWTOWN  11:00 AM TO 5:00 PM FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 26TH MUSIC UNDER THE STARS 7 TO 10 PM THE NEWTOWN CT ARTS FESTIVAL IS THE ART EVENT OF THE YEAR Our three-day art event focuses on bringing the community together to enjoy local talent in art, dance, music, and food. “The Newtown CT Arts Festival was organized and conducted beautifully and ranks in the top 3 shows overall that we have p

Brookfield, Connecticut (06804) may be small in size, but it’s rich in heart. Located in northern Fairfield County, it’s the kind of place where neighbors become friends, trails turn into weekend rituals, and volunteering is part of the town’s fabric. Whether you're raising kids, looking to give back, or searching for local adventures, Brookfield offers a little something for everyone.

August 1st is launch day for the Big Y Community Bag Program benefitting The Friends of the Bethel Public Library! Starting today, and for the entire month of August 2025, when you purchase a $2.50 reusable Community Bag at the Big Y located at 83 Stony Hill Road, Bethel, $1.00 is donated to The Friends of the Bethel Public Library. Progam runs August 1 - 21, 2025 supporting The Friends of the Bethel Public Library.

🎉 We’re thrilled to announce that our Community Stroll website just got a fresh new update — all designed to make it easier (and more fun) for you to discover what’s happening around town, save money, and even share your own local stories. Discover What’s New! Explore Local Events Looking for something to do this weekend? Or planning ahead for summer fun? Our brand new Events tab is your one-stop place to see what’s happening in Ridgefield, Bethel, Brookfield, Danbury, Newt

Winter can be tough on trees here in Connecticut, with wind, ice and heavy snow loads, not to mention frigid temperatures. But with proper preparation, your trees can make it through the winter unscathed. Here are the things we recommend you do before winter sets in, as well as things to keep in mind throughout the coldest months of the year to keep your home and loved ones safe from winter tree damage. To make it even easier for you, you can download our Winter Tree Care Tip

Ridgefield is our home. It’s 26 years of raising 3 children in a beautiful historic town 1 hour north of New York City. One stroll down Main Street, especially during the Holidays, makes you feel like you are in a Thomas Kinkade or even a Norman Rockwell painting! There is so much to see and do here that in May 2021, the Connecticut Office of the Arts designated Ridgefield as Connecticut's first Cultural District! This is a community engaged in all manner of the arts includin