Woodbridge Town News

On September 12 the weather was perfect for the first meeting of the Garden Club of Woodbridge 2023/2024 season. A member’s lawn, leading to spectacular rolling hills, was the meeting location. Members eager to catch up with each other after the summer hiatus enjoyed delicious tea sandwiches

Come to the information desk with any unwanted craft supplies and browse other supplies brought by community members. Accepting supplies from now until the end of November.

Board candidates respond to questions relating to the board and district operations, including budget, curriculum, school librariesAmity Allies, an independent group of local parents and caregivers, has released its voter guide for the candidates running to serve on the Amity Board of Education

‍Amity Supports Rigorous and Challenging Academic Classes: The Milford-Orange Times and the Orange Town News recently published an editorial from a local resident that contained damaging misinformation about the Amity Regional School District – information that is harmful to our students

Like planets lining up for a grand conjunction, Bethany, Orange, and Woodbridge are holding municipal elections on the same day for the first time in recent memory. This gives the League of Women Voters of Amity an opportunity to make efficient use of the national League’s online voter guide

Boy Scout Troop 41 is gearing up for a new season of camping, hiking, and other outdoor adventures. The troop is open to boys ages 11 and up from all surrounding towns.“We’re looking forward to a great year of Scouting,” said Scoutmaster Brian. “We have a lot of great events planned, and we’re

For the first time in recent Woodbridge history, the municipal election this year will take place in November, along with the election of most other municipalities in the state. With the retirement of First Selectwoman Beth Heller at the end of this term, Woodbridge will be getting a new crop of

As we enter the beautiful fall season, it is important to remind everyone that September is Hurricane Preparedness month. Please be sure to stock up on batteries, water, pet food, medications, and other supplies in the event we do have a weather emergency. Always be attentive to local weather

Strong relationships are built on trust, whether with family members, friends, or community leaders. We may not always agree with the people we trust, but knowing that we can believe what they tell us and that they will stand by their word gives us the confidence to deepen our relationship.

Hello fellow Woodbridge residents -As a candidate for First Selectman, I have the pleasure of meeting many new people. It’s important to hear voter concerns and I have had a lot of conversations about what’s happening in our town. I’d like to share with you what I’m hearing.

The Human Services Department has planned 5 vaccine clinics this fall. All clinics require an appointment; please call 203-389-3429 to schedule. The four remaining clinics will be held at the Center Building gymnasium. There will be flu vaccine-only clinics on October 2

Stop by The Center between the hours of 9 am – 4 pm and enjoy a hot cup of coffee or tea at no charge. Sponsorship for the month of October is provided by the Woodbridge Republican Town Committee.

The Road Race & Fun Run will take place on Saturday, September 30. The Fun Run starts at 9:00am and the 5K begins at 10:30am. Please visit the 5K road race runsignup.com website to register. For Fun Run registration, please visit the Recreation Registration Website.

A two-day class for youth, ages 9-12, will be held on Thursdays, October 19 & 26 from 4:00-5:00 pm in Room 16 in the Woodbridge Center Building at 4 Meetinghouse Lane. Students learn about answering the door and phone, emergencies, calling 911, healthy snacks, and internet safety. 

The ad hoc Woodbridge Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee will hold its 3rd Annual Woodbridge Like Me Day on Saturday, September 30 from 11 am - 2 pm on the Town Center Green. Rain location is Amity High School, 25 Newton Road. This free community event will follow the Annual 5k Road Race

At the end of August, the Land Trust acquired 20 acres from Connecticut Water with funds generously donated to the Land Trust by the Zdru Family Fund. Located at 1154 Amity Road at the Naugatuck border, this parcel includes land in Bethany, Naugatuck, and Prospect.The Beacon Hill Brook, a Class III

Tucker Saley of Woodbridge has been named to Southern New Hampshire University’s Summer 2023 Dean’s List. The summer terms run from May to August. Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.500 to 3.699 for the reporting term are named to the Dean’s List.

A First Selectman Debate will be held on October 10th that will be run by a local Amity High School club called Mock Trial. The debate will take place between the two first selectman candidates Marty Halprin and Mica Cardozo at 5 PM on October 10th. The debate will be run by Amity High School

Ancient society is frequently celebrated for its architectural achievements. The world has marveled at the Great Wall of China and the Pyramids of Giza for their scientific and mathematical cleverness and how they stand proudly even after hundreds and thousands of years. Like these impressive

Did you see the gorgeous quilts hung in the library this August? Sponsored by the Amity & Woodbridge Historical Society and curated by resident Anne Flitcraft, this display was the first half of a two-part exhibit. The sequel is a family-friendly outdoor Pop-Up Show on the Darling House grounds