Atwater Memorial Library

Lou and Jessica Pelletier from Pelletier Senior Planning are hosting an educational workshop on long-term care planning, addressing the growing need for care among seniors and baby boomers.
This session is vital for understanding available options as the demand for care rises. 
Key topics covered include: grasping long-term care needs, evaluating financial strategies, the benefits of early planning, and discussions on legal documents and financial planning.
It's essential knowledge for ensuring a secure and informed future in an era where seniors and baby boomers require more care than ever.

Local Event: Long-Term Care Planning

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Long-Term Care Planning

Thursday May 2, 2024: Lou and Jessica Pelletier from Pelletier Senior Planning are hosting an educational workshop on long-term care...

Edward Smith Library

Monthly Drop-In Caregiving Support Group: For Dementia and Alzheimer's Caregivers
Caregiving is challenging.
If you're responsible for a loved one, caregiver support groups are a way for you and others to share information, insight, advice, or words of encouragements in a safe and supporting space.
Please join facilitator, Karen LaBanca, for our Monthly Drop-In Caregiving Support Group - a chance for caregivers and their families to take some time for themselves.

Local Event: Support Group for Caregivers

Support Group for Caregivers

Thursday May 9, 2024: Monthly Drop-In Caregiving Support Group: For Dementia and Alzheimer's Caregivers
Caregiving is challenging.
If...

Too good to miss, good enough to see again!
Join us at the Atwater Memorial Library on the second Thursday of each month for Pat's Picks Movie Club! All titles are selected by our local movie expert, Patricia Cochrane! 
This month's title is, 84 Charing Cross Road, the 1987 Biographical-Drama!
"True story of a transatlantic business correspondence about used books that developed into a close friendship" - IMDB.
Starring: Anne Bancroft, Anthony Hopkins &amp; Judi Dench

Local Event: Pat's Picks Movie Club

Pat's Picks Movie Club

Thursday May 9, 2024: Too good to miss, good enough to see again!
Join us at the Atwater Memorial Library on the second Thursday of each...

Dive into the world of container gardening with our expert gardener, Mark Gostkiewicz! In this workshop, you'll learn everything you need to know to create a thriving container garden in any space. From selecting the perfect containers, to choosing the right plants, and designing a layout that showcases your style, this class will cover it all.
In this class, you'll:
<ul><li>Learn about the different types of containers available, and their pros and cons</li><li>Discover the importance of proper soil and drainage in container gardening</li><li>Get tips on choosing and caring for plants in a container garden</li><li>Learn how to design and layout your container garden for maximum impact</li><li>Get advice on seasonal considerations and hardiness zones</li></ul>
Throughout the class, Mark will share his expertise in sustainable and organic gardening practices, so you can trust that everything you learn will be in line with those values. Plus, you'll receive a list of all the notes and recommended reading to continue your learning.

Local Event: Container Gardening

Container Gardening

Thursday May 9, 2024: Dive into the world of container gardening with our expert gardener, Mark Gostkiewicz! In this workshop, you'll learn...

Ananta Wellness and Beauty Boutique

Sacred Circle - a gathering born out of the desire to connect us all together in community &amp; mutual support. here, we share our stories, our struggles, AND our triumphs.
No one Circle is the same — through meditation and open, honest conversation, Jess strives to help you deepen the connection with yourself so you may find the support you need on your journey back to your body. She invites you to bring your whole self - your joys, your sorrows, your hopes, and your fears.
This is a space where you can be seen, heard, and held without judgment.We invite you to bring your whole self - your joys, your sorrows, your hopes, and your fears. 
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What others are saying:
🤍 "They are my people, my family, my heart. I'm forever grateful for the people I've met and the love I've received and given.."
🤍 "I keep coming back because of the people, the energy and support. It is the one place I feel safe, I can completely be myself, and know I can share anything." <a href="https://www.yournobsbestie.com/sacred-circle-ccc" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"> Click here to learn more and register for the next session!</a><a href="https://www.yournobsbestie.com/sacred-circle-ccc" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"> </a>LOCATION: Ananta Wellness and Beauty Boutique, 65 S Colony St, Wallingford, CT, 06492

Local Event: Sacred Circle & Meditation 

Sacred Circle & Meditation 

Friday May 10, 2024: Sacred Circle - a gathering born out of the desire to connect us all together in community &amp; mutual support....

Join us for this immersive 2-hour experience with Dionne Nicholls-Germain, aka “The Joy Coach," creator of the powerful Conquering Unforgiveness Mastermind and the author of The 90-Day Conquering Unforgiveness Journal.
As a professionally trained Life &amp; Leadership Coach, Dionne helps people who struggle with letting go of anger and resentment learn how to forgive the hard things so they can be set FREE, reclaim their POWER, JOY, and PEACE, and create deeper, more fulfilling relationships—especially with themselves.
This virtual program can be viewed from the Edward Smith Library's Community Room, or you can tune in from home via Zoom!

Local Event: Conquering Unforgiveness

Conquering Unforgiveness

Saturday May 11, 2024: Join us for this immersive 2-hour experience with Dionne Nicholls-Germain, aka “The Joy Coach," creator of the...

Join returning special guest Vanessa Fasanella to learn the myths and facts about essential oils and how to use them. 
Then, create your own scented hand lotion, sugar scrub, elixir oil, and bath salt!
Includes all materials, as well as handouts to make your own potions at home.
Recommended for all ages 10+
Limited spots available! Please register ahead of time, and cancel if you cannot attend.

Local Event: Lotions, Potions & Elixirs

Lotions, Potions & Elixirs

Wednesday May 15, 2024: Join returning special guest Vanessa Fasanella to learn the myths and facts about essential oils and how to use them....

Please join Special Needs &amp; Disability Planning Attorney Erin Duques, as she explains and reviews strategies that can help your loved ones with special needs qualify and maintain public benefits and protect incomes.
Erin will also discuss power of attorney and health care directives, guardianships and conservatorships, and when they may be necessary.

Local Event: Legal and Financial Planning for Loved Ones with Special Needs

Legal and Financial Planning for Loved Ones...

Thursday May 16, 2024: Please join Special Needs &amp; Disability Planning Attorney Erin Duques, as she explains and reviews strategies that...

Legal and Financial Planning for Loved Ones with Special Needs

This month's movie title is, What Happens Next, the 2023 Romantic-Comedy!
"Willa and Bill are ex-lovers that will see each other for the first time in years when they both find themselves snowed in, in-transit, at an airport overnight" - IMDB.
Starring: Meg Ryan, David Duchovny &amp; Hal Ligget
Light refreshments served!

Local Event: Movie Matinee

Movie Matinee

Friday May 17, 2024: This month's movie title is, What Happens Next, the 2023 Romantic-Comedy!
"Willa and Bill are ex-lovers that will see...

Madison Country Club

The Madison Exchange Club will host its annual golfing fundraiser on Tuesday, May 21st, at the&nbsp;Madison Country Club with a noontime Shotgun start following a light lunch. Awards individually&nbsp;recognize competitive play for Mixed foursomes, Ladies’&nbsp;foursomes and Men’s foursomes. Competitions include a Putting Challenge, a $10,000 Hole in One Challenge,&nbsp;Long Drive and Par 3 Competitions. Following play …&nbsp;dinner / open bar,&nbsp;Raffle,&nbsp;Silent Auction and golfing awards will be presented. Golfer entry fee is $200, as are Tee Sponsorships. All funds raised are 100% directed towards&nbsp;meeting the needs of the Greater Madison &amp; Shoreline&nbsp;community.&nbsp;For additional information, contact tournament co-chairs Bob Graham (203.415.7653) or Vince Dussich (203.260.2014). See you there! &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Www.madisonexchange.org

Local Event: 18th Annual Madison Exchange Club Golf Classic

Madison

18th Annual Madison Exchange Club Golf Classic

Tuesday May 21, 2024: The Madison Exchange Club will host its annual golfing fundraiser on Tuesday, May 21st, at the&nbsp;Madison Country...

Shubert Theatre

One of the most beloved stories is coming to New Haven when New Haven Ballet presents Beauty and the Beast at the Shubert Theatre on May 25 at 1:00 p.m. The Ballet also performs excerpts from the classical repertory of Paquita.
Angela He and Timothy Fountain lead the cast as Belle and the Beast, with all of the familiar characters, including Cogsorth, Lumiere, and Mrs. Potts, adding joy to the winsome and talented cast of dancers from the School.
“Beauty and the Beast touches hearts for a reason,” notes Artistic Director Lisa Kim Sanborn. “With humor, warmth, and a bit of nostalgia, it is easy to understand why this story and these characters have become worldwide favorites. The story is engaging and relevant today on so many levels. The dancers are fantastic, and we are excited for audience members, young and old, to see the production, which features new sets, costumes, and choreography,” Sanborn adds.
New Haven Ballet’s Student Company also presents excerpts from Paquita, with music by Ludwig Minkus and choreography after Marius Petipa, and a special presentation by Shared Ability, New Haven Ballet’s outreach program led by Kerry Kincy that features artists with and without disabilities. 
The Shubert Theatre is located at 247 College Street in the heart of New Haven’s popular downtown restaurant and shopping district. Tickets cost $26-$59 and may be purchased at Shubert.com or the Shubert Box Office at Tel. (203) 562-5666. 
<a href="https://www.shubert.com/events/detail/new-haven-ballet" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The performance is offered on Saturday, May 25, at 1:00 p.m.</a>
New Haven Ballet is a community-based ballet school in New Haven, Connecticut. Offering classes in state-of-the-art studios to dancers ages 3 to adult, this 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization has been regarded as the standard for classical ballet training throughout Greater New Haven for over thirty-five years, with studios in New Haven, Bethany, and Branford. Performances are made possible by support from Stonesthrow Fund, Community Foundation for Greater New Haven, City of New Haven Department of Arts, Culture and Tourism, Anna Fitch Ardenghi Trust, Connecticut Office of the Arts, the Jordan Fund, NewAlliance Foundation, Ethel &amp; Abe Lapides Foundation, National Endowment for the Arts, Bank of America, Connecticut Humanities Cultural Fund, and the Branford Community Foundation.
Photo: (c) 2024 Thomas Giroir Photography

Local Event: Beauty and the Beast

New Haven

Beauty and the Beast

Saturday May 25, 2024: One of the most beloved stories is coming to New Haven when New Haven Ballet presents Beauty and the Beast at the...

Sacred Circle - a gathering born from the yearning to unite us in community and mutual support. Here, amidst the flickering flames of a fire ceremony where we release and transform, we share our stories, our struggles, and our triumphs.&nbsp;Through meditation and candid dialogue, Jess guides us to delve deeper into our inner selves, fostering the connection needed for our journey back to our bodies.
This is a space where you can be seen, heard, and held without judgment.We invite you to bring your whole self - your joys, your sorrows, your hopes, and your fears. 
Come prepared, armed with the relics of your past - photos, old letters, journals, all to be offered to the flames, fuel for our transformation, kindling our renewal and rebirth.
As part of our sacred ritual, each participant will receive a portion of the ash collected from the ceremony. This ash carries the essence of our collective release and serves as a potent symbol for personal transformation and growth in the days to come.
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What others are saying: 🤍 "They are my people, my family, my heart. I'm forever grateful for the people I've met and the love I've received and given.." 🤍 "I keep coming back because of the people, the energy and support. It is the one place I feel safe, I can completely be myself, and know I can share anything." 
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Please note: Jess's personal address will be shared via Google Invite when purchase is complete.
<a href="https://www.yournobsbestie.com/sacred-circle-ccc" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"> Click here to learn more and register for the next session!</a>&nbsp;

Local Event: Fire Ceremony & Womens Circle

Fire Ceremony & Womens Circle

Friday May 31, 2024: Sacred Circle - a gathering born from the yearning to unite us in community and mutual support. Here, amidst the...

Knights of Columbus Giant Flee Market/Tag Sale on Doody's field, 465 Foxon Road will be held 8:00am. to 3:00pm weather permitting.&nbsp; Rain dates June 8th., 15th., and 22nd.&nbsp; To reserve a 15'W x 28'D space, call l203-484-9737.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Local Event: Knights of Columbus Giant Flee Market/Tag Sale

Knights of Columbus Giant Flee Market/Tag Sale

Saturday June 1, 2024: Knights of Columbus Giant Flee Market/Tag Sale on Doody's field, 465 Foxon Road will be held 8:00am. to 3:00pm...

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Community Input Encouraged On New Long Island...

During an in-person session at Lighthouse Point Park, May 8, have a say on how to improve the Sound's health, and the plan for its future.

Community Input Encouraged On New Long Island Sound Conservation Plan

Community Corner

East Haven Man Gets 15 Years In Prison For...

Lawrence Maenza, 45, was sentenced to serve 15 years in prison for 2 counts of rape and 2 counts of risk of injury to a minor: State's Atty.

East Haven Man Gets 15 Years In Prison For Sexually Assaulting Minors

Crime & Safety

North Branford Police Blotter: April 22 to...

Police provide all information. Charges are allegations, not convictions. All are presumed innocent unless proven guilty. 

North Branford Police Blotter: April 22 to April 30, 2024

Obituary: Paul White, 88, of North Branford

He'd joke that he was born Friday the 13th, March 1936, and it was "all downhill from there, which belied the fact he had a wonderful life."

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Fatal Hit & Run Suspect Extradited To CT,...

North Branford police brought James Black to CT from Florida Tuesday on an outstanding warrant in the hit & run death of David Horbal, 65.

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