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The Woodbridge School District announced today its policy for determining eligibility of children who may receive free or reduced-price meals served under the National School Lunch Program (NSLP).
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Join us for the 5th Annual Woodbridge Like Me Day! Join us on Saturday, October 4 from 11 AM to 2 PM on the Woodbridge Town Green (Rain location: Amity High School) for the 5th Annual Woodbridge Like Me Day — a free, family-friendly celebration of community, expression, and connection.
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Twenty years ago, Michael Dow MSPT/CEO and Clinical Director, founded Amity Physical Therapy and presaged the area's first synergistic therapy-fitness-wellness center. In the “Fitness/Wellness” division of is practice, he evolved his concept carefully and methodically. Always committed to detail and
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New Year's Fitness Success: A Guide to Safe and Effective Exercise Goals for 2025
As the New Year approaches, many individuals commit to fitness goals, particularly focusing on physical fitness and weight management. However, several critical considerations must be taken into account to ensure a safe and effective fitness journey.
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Snow Day 2025: Family Fun for All Ages
Woodbridge residents are invited to embrace the winter spirit at Snow Day 2025! This is a family-friendly gathering scheduled for Saturday, January 11th, from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM. The event will take place at the Parish Hall, located at 5 Meetinghouse Lane in Woodbridge.
4th Annual Gospel Shabbat Celebrates Dr. King's Legacy
Congregation B’nai Jacob, in partnership with the Greater New Haven African American Historical Society, the Jewish Historical Society of Greater New Haven, The Towers of New Haven, Shoreline Soul, Valley Soul, and the Jewish Federation of Greater New Haven/Jewish Community Relations Council
How to Shovel Snow Safely and Prevent Injuries
Snow shoveling is a demanding physical activity that requires proper preparation and technique to avoid injury. Before heading out with your shovel, it's essential to warm up the key muscle groups, including biceps, deltoids, rotator cuff, forearm, and parascapular muscles. Simple warm-up exercises
Beth El – Keser Israel Events for January 2025
Children's Havura, K-2 Kehila, and Junior Congregation, all led by parent or grandparent volunteers, meet each Saturday. For more information about Saturday programs or BEKI’s religious school, named BINA, consult Education Director Annie Norman-Schiff at anormanschiff@beki.org.
Beecher to Host Winter Art Party for K-3 Students
Beecher Road School K-3rd students can create art with friends! After-school painting party, January 17th, 3:30-5:00pm. Location: Beecher Road School, South Assembly Room. Local artist Darcee LoPresti of Picasso Parties will provide instruction to students in creating a beautiful winter scene.
Amity BOE: Budget Process Underway, Graduation Date Set
At this time of the year the Board begins work on the 2025-2026 budget. The first step was a special late November meeting for presentations by the various departments of their estimated needs for the 2025-2026 school year. These are submitted to the Superintendent so that she may prepare her budget
Discover Winter Wildlife and Nature Activities at Ansonia Center
Gathering greens for this program is always a labor-intensive task. We want to express our gratitude to the following sponsors and individuals who helped make the 2024 Wreath Making program a success:
Garden Club Beautifies Woodbridge with Weekly Efforts
From April through October gardeners from the Garden Club of Woodbridge meet weekly to prune, weed and frequently add plants to one of the following gardens: the Darling House herb garden; the library's center garden as well as the garden adjacent to the library's front door; and the Adella Baldwin
Youth Services Holiday Drive: Donate Toys and "We Care" Bags
Families may participate by making individual “We Care” Bags for New Reach Foundation in New Haven. Fill 1-Gallon resealable bags with items for the homeless which may include new socks, gloves, hats, underwear, protein bars, fruit cups, small toiletries, hygiene items, and $5 gift cards for Dunkin
Beth El – Keser Israel Events for December 2024
Benjamin Resnick, rabbi of the Pelham Jewish Center in New York, will talk about his new novel, Next Stop, on Sunday, Dec. 8. Next Stop explores the precariousness of Jewish American life after a black hole consumes the State of Israel and similar strange events occur in major cities around
Amity Welcomes Homegrown Leader as Assistant Superintendent
The Amity Regional School District is honored to announce the appointment of Dr. Shannan Carlson as Assistant Superintendent of Schools. Dr. Carlson brings over 25 years of experience as an educator and instructional leader, with expertise spanning Pre-K through high school.
Woodbridge Launches HeatSmart Program to Cut Energy Costs, Go Green
Woodbridge is taking action to help residents save money on rising energy costs while building a more sustainable future. On Saturday, November 16th, the town officially launched HeatSmart Woodbridge during the Woodbridge Sustainability Committee’s engaging lecture on heat pumps.
Am I Tripping, Losing Balance, Getting Older or Just Clumsy?
Balance issues can be a tricky thing to self assess, until there is a fall that causes injury, or unfortunately more serious conditions such as fractures of ankle or hips. Balance issues can affect all ages, and often gets ignored in the elderly or just attributed to getting older. There are
Festive Family Fun at the Parish House
A festive holiday celebration is coming to the Parish House in Woodbridge, Connecticut, offering families a delightful morning of seasonal activities and entertainment. The event will take place on Saturday, December 14, from 10:30 AM to
Middle School Students Get Spooky at Youth Services Halloween Event
Woodbridge & Bethany 7th & 8th grade residents and other Amity Middle School-Bethany students celebrated Halloween at the Woodbridge Youth Services Halloween Spooktacular at Woodbridge Center on October 25th. Students showed off their creativity with a costume contest, and participated in fun
Jewish Music Celebration Combines Culture, Cuisine, and Cocktails
The BJ Players are set to present "Latkes, Vodka & Lyrics," a unique musical showcase celebrating the rich legacy of Jewish songwriters across multiple genres and generations. The event, scheduled for December 14 at 6:30 P.M., promises an evening of entertainment spanning from Vaudeville to modern
Amity Schools Excel: AP Honor Roll, Merit Scholars Lead Success
In September, the Board recognized the National Merit Scholarship Commended Scholars and Semi-Finalists. The focus presentation came from the Visual and Performing Arts Department, led by Department Chair Jessica Zamachaj. She presented the dates of upcoming fall music concerts, theater
Arti Dixson’s 35th Annual Holiday Party: A Celebration of Music, Community, and Giving
Mark your calendars! Join us for a magical evening at Arti Dixson’s 35th Annual Holiday Party, an event dedicated to the joy of music and the spirit of giving. For the 25th consecutive year, this beloved holiday celebration will be held at Woodwinds, 29 School Ground Road, Branford, CT, from 5 PM
DiMatteo Foundation Doubles Charity Impact Raising $87K Through Golf and Gala Events
Recently, the DiMatteo Family Charitable Foundation organized two charity events to more than double its support to the community this year. Its golf classic and gala contributed over $87,750 to four nonprofits around the state.John DiMatteo of Bethany, President of DiMatteo Group Financial Service
