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 

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.

Litchfield and Fairfield Counties: Connecticut’s Fair Season is between June and October. Kids just love a Fair and it seems to bring out the child in you. There is something special about seeing animals, admiring crafts, riding on rides, eating tons of delicious fair food and the BIG SMILE you your child's face taking it all in. Below is a list of some Fairs coming to Fairfield County CT but please double check and cross reference the Fair to see if any dates may have change

Spring breathes new life into New England, with flowers blooming and warming temperatures. This is a perfect time to visit Grace Farms in New Canaan, CT. This cultural center sits on 80 acres & was designed to for people of all ages. The River Building, was designed to make the architecture of the River become part of the landscape. It’s made of mostly glass with a single long roof, which seems to float above the surface of the ground. Under the continuous roof are an indoo