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 played their...

Please join the Commission on Aging at their monthly Senior Voices forum. The event is being held on Tuesday, September 30th in the Dayton Room at the Ridgefield Library from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. The presenters are Karen Gaudian, Municipal Agent for the Ederly discussing Medicare enrollment and Dr. David Shapiro discussing Preventing Medicare Fraud. Ridgefield Senior Voices Forum

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 holy light in...

Learn more about the updated proposed Public Safety Building on Saturday, September 27, at the Ridgefield Library. There will be two presentations at 10:30 AM and 1:00 PM. Both will be followed by a Q&A session. If you can't make this one, mark your calendars for one of the upcoming sessions October! All sessions will be held at the Ridgefield Library. Saturday, October 4 - 10:30 AM and 1:00 PM Saturday, October 25 - 10:30 AM and 1:00 PM Public Safety Building Information Sessions click to...

The Ridgefield Symphony Orchestra (R SO) opens its 61 st season on Saturday, September 27 th at 7:30 PM at the Ridgefield Playhouse with a concert titled REVOLUTION.  The concert features the outstanding professional musicians of the RSO, under the leadership of Music Director Eric Mahl and joined in concert by acclaimed violinist George Meyer, performing a program that includes lively, engaging and iconic music from four different centuries.   The concert opens with Mozart’s Magic Flute...

Join community members and staff from Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center and Ridgefield Library as we read and discuss one of our nation’s most important founding documents! “Get to Know the Declaration of Independence,” a free public program, will be held at the Ridgefield Library on Thursday, September 11 at 7 p.m. Ridgefield, Conn .— We’ve all learned about the Declaration of Independence – but what does the 1776 document actually say? Go beyond the famous phrase “Life, Liberty, and the...

Town of Ridgefield 9/11 Ceremony

Notice of a Public Hearing Town of Ridgefield, Connecticut Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. Notice is hereby given that a formal Public Hearing for residents will be held on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. in the East Ridge Middle School Auditorium, 10 East Ridge Road, Ridgefield, CT 06877 to hear comments on the following item: “Resolution Appropriating $77,400,000 For Costs Related To Design, Construction And Equipping Of A New Public Safety Building; And Authorizing The...

The Invitation   Window down.  My car glides along the street-lamp street. The night air caresses and blesses my arm reaching into the almost dark. Night blackens the leaves and the auto wind is the only music playing, the only music asking me into its soft sibilant spell. Day ends and night invites.  Ira Joe Fisher Email: irajoefisher@gmail.com Phone: 203-912-1457 Learn More The Invitation - Poetry by Ira Joe Fisher

There will be a Special Town Meeting at 7:30 p.m. on September 17, 2025 in the Town Hall large conference room to vote on the following: The assignment of the Halpin Lane Nolan Property to Acadia Housing Inc. located in Rocky Hill CT An ordinance update to set restrictions for motorized transportation, including e-bikes and e-scooters, in public areas and sidewalks Changes to the language of the Tertiary Road Ordinance Establishment of an Affordable Housing Trust Fund Ridgefield Special Town...

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 volunteers across...

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. 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 played their part in the Revolutionary War and lived the...

Visitors of all ages can try out historic tools and activities at #HandsOnHistory: It Takes a Village – open now through November 2! Ridgefield, Conn .— Try out historic tools, design a new town layout, and cast your vote for important trades – past, present, and future – at Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center’s (KTM&HC) #HandsOnHistory: It Takes a Village . The exhibition, located in KTM&HC’s Carriage Barn, is included in the cost of site admission and runs through Sunday, Nov 2....

Driver Laborer CDL Required Hours:  Full time (40 hours/week) with Mandatory Overtime Salary Range : $33.67 per hour Learn more

NOTICE OF A SPECIAL BOARD OF SELECTPERSONS MEETING TOWN OF RIDGEFIELD, CONNECTICUT WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 AT 3:30 PM Notice is hereby given that a Special BOS Meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at 3:30 p.m. in the Town Hall Large Conference Room, 400 Main Street, Ridgefield, CT 06877 to vote on the following: Vote to schedule a Public hearing on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. in the East Ridge Middle School Auditorium, 10 East Ridge Road, Ridgefield, CT...

Bethel is preparing to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and honor the ways the founding ideals continue to effect our lives. Everyone is encouraged to contribute to our anniversary calendar. We invite you to be part of our story. Join us on Wed., October 8th Bethel Municipal Center 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Meeting Room D (next to Planning and Zoning office) Learn more at: https://bethel-ct.gov/america250 American250@bethel-ct.gov

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  Heublein, Inc. ...

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 in the HamletHub,...

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!

The proposed Ridgefield Public Safety Building has had some updates! Learn more this Saturday, September 6, at the Ridgefield Library. There will be two presentations at 10:30 AM and 1:00 PM. Both will be followed by a Q&A session. Can't make it this Saturday? We've got more dates lined up so that no one is left in the dark. All sessions will be held at the Ridgefield Library. Saturday, September 27 - 10:30 AM and 1:00 PM Saturday, October 4 - 10:30 AM and 1:00 PM Saturday, October 25 - 10:30...