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North Salem Historical Society Fundraiser Aids Cemetery Restoration North Salem Historical Society Fundraiser Aids Cemetery Restoration
North Salem Historical Society Fundraiser Aids Cemetery Restoration NORTH SALEM, N.Y. -- The North Salem Historical Society is hosting a winter social cocktail party on Friday, March 4, at the White Elephant in North Salem. Proceeds from the event will go to the restoration of North Salem's historical landmark, Cat Ridge cemetery, located on Cat Ridge Road. The NSHS along with other town groups have been helping to restore Cat Ridge since last year. The cemetery, dating to 1803, has felt the ravages of time. Susan Thompson, North Salem town historian, has spearheaded this restoration project. Volunteers have cleared the brush, repaired and cleaned tombsto…
Redding's Park And Recreation Offers Fun Winter Break Trip Redding's Park And Recreation Offers Fun Winter Break Trip
Redding's Park And Recreation Offers Fun Winter Break Trip REDDING, Conn. -- Redding's Park and Recreation Department is offering a trip for grades 3 and up to Rockin' Jump in Trumbull and Nutmeg Bowl in Fairfieldduring winter break on Tuesday, Feb. 16. The bus leaves the Redding Community Center at 9 a.m. and returns at 5 p.m. The cost is $55. A waiver must be signed prior to the trip for Rockin' Jump. The Rockin Jump waiver is here. You may sign up online or in the Park and Recreation office by Thursday, Feb. 11. If you have any questions, call the Park and Recreation office at (203) 938-2551. 
Author Tim Hollister Speaks At Easton Library Author Tim Hollister Speaks At Easton Library
Author Tim Hollister Speaks At Easton Library EASTON, Conn. -- Connecticut resident and author Tim Hollister will discuss his book, "His Father Still: A Parenting Memoir," at the Easton Public Library on Wednesday, Feb. 10.Hollister's book focuses on the aftermath of the death of his teenage son Reid in a one-car crash. After Reid’s crash in 2006, Hollister became an advocate for safer teen driving. He runs a blog for parents of teen drivers, From Reid’s Dad. To view Hollister's recent appearance on "Better Connecticut," click here. Registration for the discussion/book signing is required and can be done through the …
Rutigliano Wants To Hear From Trumbull On Transportation Plans Rutigliano Wants To Hear From Trumbull On Transportation Plans
Rutigliano Wants To Hear From Trumbull On Transportation Plans TRUMBULL, Conn. -- With the start of the 2016 legislative session Feb. 3, state Rep. David Rutigliano (R-Trumbull) is asking residents for feedback on the governor’s Transportation Finance Panel recommendations.In the last year, Gov. Dannel Malloy has talked about improving the state’s transportation grid through his 30-year, $100 billion Let’s Go CT! initiative. A panel was created to recommend ways to generate Special Transportation Fund revenue to pay for some of the governor’s “key preservation and repair projects,” such as tolls, the gas tax and Interstate 95. “Our region relies on a q…
Learn More About Solarize Wilton Project At Library, Family Y Learn More About Solarize Wilton Project At Library, Family Y
Learn More About Solarize Wilton Project At Library, Family Y WILTON, Conn. -- A number of meetings are scheduled to learn about Solarize Wilton and the townwide solar installation preferred-pricing program. On Wednesday, Feb. 10, Ross Solar Group, Wilton’s solar installer for Solarize Wilton, will have a table at 7 p.m. at Wilton Library’s Green Speaker Series in the Brubeck Room. There will be two “Solarize Workshops,” one at 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 11 at the Wilton Family Y, and one at 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 8 in the Brubeck Room at Wilton Library. Solarize Wilton ends Wednesday, May 18. Solarize is a state-sponsored incentive program that encourag…
Four Pleasantville Seniors Named Presidential Scholar Candidates Four Pleasantville Seniors Named Presidential Scholar Candidates
Four Pleasantville Seniors Named Presidential Scholar Candidates PLEASANTVILLE, N.Y. -- Four Pleasantville High School seniors received invitations to participate in the Presidential Scholars Program. They are Laura Chapman, Kim Chia and Sophie Dora Tulchin in the academic component and James McCarthy in the arts component.Approximately 4,000 students who scored exceptionally well on the SAT or the ACT were identified as candidates in the academic component; the National YoungArts Foundation nominated 60 students in the arts component; and each state’s chief school officer nominated up to five candidates each in the career and technical education component…
Fairfield Museum Plans Presidents Day Family Fun Fairfield Museum Plans Presidents Day Family Fun
Fairfield Museum Plans Presidents Day Family Fun FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- Looking for a way to spend quality time with your children over Presidents Day weekend? The Fairfield Museum and History Center is running two programs that will include history, art and fun.Family Focus: Gear Up! will be held Friday, Feb. 12, from 11a.m. to 2 p.m. The program is for ages 5 and up. What do you want to be when you grow up? Kids can enter the 375 years of history in the Creating Community exhibition to enjoy fun, hands-on activities. Experience a day in the life of a Native American, a patriot, a sailor or gold miner. This a free event. Family Focus: Paint …
Fairfield Chamber Planning Chinese New Year Event Fairfield Chamber Planning Chinese New Year Event
Fairfield Chamber Planning Chinese New Year Event FAIRFIELD, Conn. -- The Fairfield Chamber of Commerce will have its next Business After Hours event and celebrate Chinese New Year Thursday, Feb. 11 at Jinn's Fresh Noodle House & Cafe in Fairfield.Learn about the Year of the Monkey and the significance of traditional foods during this joyous celebration. Sample the most authentic Chinese food around. The fee is $15 for chamber members and $25 for future members in advance. Walk-ins will be $30. The event is from 5:30-7 p.m. Register at www.fairfieldctchamber.com or by calling the chamber office at 203-255-1011. The restaurant is at …
Wilton Holds Talk On Youth Marijuana Use, Binge Drinking And E-Cigarettes Wilton Holds Talk On Youth Marijuana Use, Binge Drinking And E-Cigarettes
Wilton Holds Talk On Youth Marijuana Use, Binge Drinking And E-Cigarettes WILTON, Conn. -- Youth and parent surveys show that young people are using substances at a higher rate than parents believe they are. Although your teen may not be using drugs and alcohol, they are exposed to them.A survey of Wilton middle and high school students shows high rates of binge drinking, e-cigarette use and marijuana use among upperclassmen. Learn more at an educational event sponsored by Wilton Youth Council, Silver Hill Hospital, Positive Directions and Wilton Library on Tuesday, Feb. 23, at the Wilton Library. Wendy Bentivegna, grant director for Positive Directions, will s…
Program For Families Dealing With Mental Illness Offered in Ridgefield Program For Families Dealing With Mental Illness Offered in Ridgefield
Program For Families Dealing With Mental Illness Offered in Ridgefield RIDGEFIELD, Conn. --Jesse Lee Memorial United Methodist Church in Ridgefield will host an educational program designed to assist and educate families with a member suffering from mental illness. It's called NAMI Family-to-Family.NAMI Family-to-Family is a free, 12-session education program for families or friends who want to better understand what happens to a family when there is mental illness in a family member. It will help participants understand what they need to do to help the person with mental illness, as well as themselves. Classes begin Thursday, and will be from 6:30-9 p.m. ever…
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