News in Woodbridge & Bethany, CT


Bethany Spartan Players Present Wonka Jr.
With a generous grant from their headlining sponsor, The Jamie A. Hulley Arts Foundation (jamiehulleyartsfund.org), The Bethany Spartan Players are pleased to announce their production of Wonka Jr., Friday, November 7, at 6:30 PM, Saturday, November 8, at 6:30 PM, and Sunday, November 9, at 2:00 PM.
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Shir Livne’s ‘MOM*’ Explores the Absurd Truths of Motherhood
What makes a “good mom”? ‘MOM*’ shines a light on the inner thoughts that we have as potential mothers, stepmothers, bio-moms, and daughters. What did we expect things to feel like, and how do they actually feel? Shir Livne shares her truths in this tour de force solo performance, presenting her


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 several
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Open House at Darling Farm and History Museum: "Attack of the Healthful Tomatoe"
The Darling Farm and History Museum is hosting an open house on Sunday, September 28th, from 2 PM to 4 PM. This event, titled Attack of the Healthful Tomatoe, offers a unique opportunity to delve into early American history and discover how our ancestors' perceptions of the humble tomato evolved fro


Eric Costa Named to SNHU Dean's List
Eric Costa of Woodbridge has been named to Southern New Hampshire University's Summer 2025 Dean's List. The summer terms run from May to August.


Fall Events at B’nai Jacob: Shabbat, Holidays & Community
Join us for a delightful evening of food, friends, and fun. We'll start with a BBQ and enjoy an outdoor Kabbalat Shabbat service at 6:30 PM. We look forward to gathering together for this special occasion.Casual dress. Beer, wine, juice and sodas will be provided. $12.00 per person (maximum $50 per


Ira W. Bloom Wins National Award for Municipal Law
Ira W. Bloom, senior partner at Berchem Moses PC, has been named the recipient of the prestigious Marvin J. Glink Private Practice Local Government Attorney Award by the International Municipal Lawyers Association (IMLA). This national award recognizes an exceptional private practice attorney


Firefighters of the Year to Be Honored at Amity Chamber Community Awards & Annual Meeting
Orange Firefighter Eric Auscavitch and Bethany Firefighter Steven Kirschbaum have been named Firefighters of the Year for their respective towns and will be honored at the Amity Chamber of Commerce Community Awards and Annual Meeting.Selected by the leadership teams of the Orange and Bethany


Alexa Kudasik of Woodbridge enrolls at James Madison University
Woodbridge resident, Alexa Kudasik, has enrolled at James Madison University for the fall 2025 semester. Kudasik is majoring in Health Sciences - BS.


Book Talk About Conversion at BEKI
Kelsey Osgood will discuss her new book, Godstruck: Seven Women's Unexpected Journeys to Religious Conversion, about her own spiritual journey and conversion to Judaism as well as the experiences of 6 other women who convert to Quakerism, Evangelicalism, Mormonism, Islam, Amish Church


Police Officers of the Year to Be Honored at Amity Chamber Community Awards & Annual Meeting
Orange Police Sergeant Vincent Landisio and Woodbridge Police Officer John Lalli will be honored at the Amity Chamber of Commerce Community Awards and Annual Meeting as each town's Police Officer of the Year.


A New Year of Learning at YAHAD Community Hebrew School
YAHAD, the community Hebrew school, is now enrolling for the 2025-2026 school year. YAHAD, a name that means "together," is a community-focused school dedicated to helping students build their Jewish identities. The curriculum is designed to teach foundational skills in prayer, Hebrew, and the Bible


Beth El – Keser Israel Events for September 2025
Arrangements for tickets for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur services can be made via the BEKI office; email office@beki.org or call (203) 389-2108 x114. Active-duty military, police personnel, and full-time students may enter for free with valid official ID; however, advance arrangements are required.


Beecher Road School Free & Reduced Price Meals Policy 2025-26
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).


Amity Physical Therapy Launches Comprehensive Concussion Program at All Offices
Most major impact sports are becoming more keenly aware of the importance or preventing excessive head injury and the potential long-term effects of concussion. Although the emphasis is stressed with protocols at the elite college and professional levels, there seems to be a large gap in the


Celebrate Community at Woodbridge Like Me Day 2025
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.


Discover Fall Fun at “Leaves, Crafts, & Nature Paths”
Celebrate the start of autumn with friends and family at “Leaves, Crafts, & Nature Paths,” a seasonal event sponsored by First Church of Christ, Woodbridge. Set for Saturday, September 13, from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m., the event invites local residents of all ages to enjoy the crisp air and vibrant colors


Amity PT Sets New Standard for Holistic Healing and Wellness
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


Amity Schools: Celebrating Grads, New Policies & Awards
On June 10, our community proudly celebrated 319 graduates as they crossed the stage at Amity Regional High School’s Annual Commencement Exercises. On behalf of the entire Board of Education, congratulations to the Class of 2025! Thank you for all you have contributed to our schools and communities


Jay Stollman Reunites with Band for Arts Gala Concert
Jay Stollman & the Black Rock All-Stars are set to reunite and headline the Jamie Hulley Arts Foundation's 23rd Annual Evening for the Arts Gala. This special event will take place on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at Fairfield University's Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts.