PHOTOS: DAWS 4th Annual ‘Run Your Tail Off’ 5K Run Was a Huge Success!
The sunny, not-too-warm weather couldn’t be more perfect for the DAWS 4th Annual ‘Run Your Tail Off’ 5K Run that took place April 24, 2016, […]
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Solo Pianist Ben Laude, Alone, Performs Music Written for Piano Duo, Plays Two Pianos Simultaneously, April 23
At 29, Dr. Laude’s playing has been praised by the New York Times as “beautiful” and “superb in pace, tone, and eloquence.” Dr. Laude holds […]
Three CT State Representative Candidates for 2nd District Answer Same Question
Bethel Advocate asked the three District 2, CT State Representative candidates one question. Report by Paula Antolini April 3, 2016 4:19PM EDT Three […]
Bethel Native Raghib Allie-Brennan Announces Candidacy for 2nd State Assembly District
Bethel native Raghib Allie-Brennan announced today that he will seek the Democratic Party nomination to run for election in the 2nd State Assembly District, which […]
CT DOT Bridgework Project Recently Began in Redding and Danbury
The Connecticut Department of Transportation recently began two projects to replace failing bridges in our district. The Route 53 bridge over the Saugatuck River will […]
Today Is National Puppy Day: DAWS Has Puppies to Adopt!
What better way to celebrate National Puppy Day today than to pay a visit to adoptable puppies at our local Danbury Animal Welfare Society (DAWS). […]
Hat City on Tap! Celebrate America’s Best Craft Brews at the Danbury Ice Arena, April 2nd
Hat City on Tap is coming to the Danbury Ice Arena, 1 Independence Way, on Saturday, April 2nd, and volunteers are needed to help i95 […]
Free Event: ‘Serenade to Music’ at WestConn, Danbury Concert Chorus and Community Orchestra, Feb. 28
On Sunday, February 28 at 3 p.m., Danbury Concert Chorus and Danbury Community Orchestra will perform a concert, “Serenade to Music.” The program features works […]
United Way Honors Bethel Brotherhood in Action During Upcoming 3rd Annual ‘Hometown Heroes’ Benefit Dinner, Feb. 27
On February 27, 2016, United Way of Western Connecticut (UWWC) will host its third annual Hometown Heroes Benefit Dinner at The Amber Room Colonnade in […]
Cultural Alliance of Western CT Celebrates Its 10th Year, Offering 10 Events and 10 Workshops in 2016
Turning ten-years-old is a milestone. It’s double digits, almost tweens. With its opening of the exhibition, Impact Arts Collection with Works by Frank Kara, at @287 Gallery & […]
Call to Artists: Ives Concert Park Launches Juried Fine Art and Crafts Show, June 11-12
The nonprofit Friends of the Ives will present the first “Art at Ives, Juried Fine Art & Crafts Show” from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday […]
Republican Emanuela Palmares Announces Her Candidacy for State Representative, Danbury
Palmares announced this week that she is seeking the Republican nomination for State Representative of Danbury’s 110th District. Report by Paula Antolini February 2, 2016 […]
Advocating for Advocacy: Rep. Carter Aims to Help ALICE Residents
“Getting involved in the community opens your eyes to things you’ve never seen before,” shared State Rep. Dan Carter (R- 2) as he stood in front of […]
Cultural Alliance of Western CT Opening, Year’s First Visual Art Show, ‘The Impact Arts Collection with Works by Frank Kara,’ Jan. 29
The Impact Arts Collection with works by Frank Kara, a group show featuring award-winning and acclaimed visual artists who live and work in the Greater […]
Sen. Murphy Will Tour 8 Businesses in Danbury Today, Encourages Shoppers to Support ‘Small Business Saturday’
Murphy will encourage shoppers to “Shop Small” and support local businesses on “Small Business Saturday” Report by Paula Antolini November 24, 2015 10:38AM EDT […]
Oct. Fall Events at Tarrywile Park and Mansion Include Hayrides, Mini-Maze and Harvest Dinner
Enjoy all the upcoming events at Tarrywile! Harvest Hayride & Mini Maze 2015, Monday, October 19-23, 2015, 9:00 a.m. and Harvest Dinner at Tarrywile Mansion […]
Rep. Harding Recognizes CT Office of Higher Education, $1 Million in Student Scholarship Awards to Bethel, Danbury, Brookfield
State Representative Stephen Harding (R-107) is this week expressing gratitude to the Office of Higher Education (OHE) for awarding over $1 million in need-based, merit […]
CityCenter Danbury 23rd Annual Halloween on the Green, Biggest ‘Scare-Do’ Downtown, Oct. 31
Halloween on the Green lands ON Halloween this year, October 31st! Report by Paula Antolini October 5, 2015 1:36PM EDT CityCenter Danbury 23rd Annual Halloween […]
State Sen. McLachlan, State Reps. Carter, Giegler, Harding & Smith Invite You to VETERAN’S WARTIME SERVICE MEDAL CEREMONY, Oct. 20
WHEN: October 20, 2015, 3:30 p.m. WHERE: Danbury High School, 43 Clapboard Ridge Road, Danbury, CT Report by Paula Antolini October 4, 2015 11:07AM EDT […]
Rep. Lavielle / State Budget Cuts: Something is Wrong with this Picture
Two-thirds of the cuts, or $64 million, are reductions in Medicaid spending that directly affect hospitals. Their impact is much greater, however, because the reductions […]
‘Impressions: Fine Art Photography by Roy Weinstein & Kenneth Kast’ Presented by the Cultural Alliance of Western CT, Oct. 23 to Jan. 15
Reception: Friday, October 23rd, 5:30 pm to 7 pm. Gallery hours: Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm and by appointment. FREE. @287 Gallery & Meeting […]
Test Drive a Car from Ingersoll Auto, Earn Up to $10,000 for Bethel High School! Oct. 9
Buick “Drive for Students” Fundraiser presented by Ingersoll Auto will donate $20.00 for every test drive taken, potentially allowing BHS to earn up to $10,000 […]
Bethel’s Thomas Carruthers and WCSU Foundation/Bethel Arts Are Among 8 REGI Grant Award Recipients
The Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut has announced that $35,000 from the state’s new Regional Initiative Grant program, has been awarded to eight recipients throughout […]
Sen. McLachlan and State Reps. Carter, Giegler, Harding & Smith to Host Veteran’s Wartime Service Medal Ceremony
Senator McLachlan: “We can never do enough to honor the service men and women who have given up so much defending our freedom.” Report by […]
Sen. McLachlan: Malloy’s ‘Misguided’ Cuts Represent Nearly $7M Hit to Danbury Hospital
“These misguided cuts will adversely impact the delivery and quality of health care services in greater Danbury,” Sen. McLachlan said. Report by Paula Antoini September […]
Danbury Police Activities League (PAL) Expanding Programs Based on Community Feedback
PAL will be expanding it after-school Open Gym hours. Children, ages 5-18, may join PAL for $25 per year and take advantage of open gym […]
Cultural Alliance of Western CT “Business Supports The Arts” Awards Breakfast at Matrix Corporate Center, Oct. 15, Honors Local Businesses and Individuals
Highly anticipated each year, “Business Supports the Arts” serves to increase visibility for arts and culture in Western Connecticut while gathering together many prominent leaders […]
Auditions for Danbury Music Centre’s 48th Annual Nutcracker Ballet 2015, Sept. 18-19
Auditions are being held at the Danbury High School, 43 Clapboard Ridge Road. Report by Paula Antolini September 9, 2015 5:31PM EDT Nutcracker Auditions! Auditions […]
Byrd’s Books, Named the 2015 Bethel Business of the Year, Is Sponsoring a Series of Community Coloring Events @287 Gallery & Meeting Place, Sept. 18
Beginning Friday, September 18th, Byrd’s Books, named the 2015 Bethel Business of the Year, is sponsoring a series of evening community coloring at @287 Gallery […]
15,000 Expected at CityCenter ‘Taste of Greater Danbury’ Event, The Official Close to Summer, Sept. 12-13
This year’s summer festival, hosted by CityCenter Danbury, will be held on Saturday, September 12th, noon to 10:00pm, and Sunday, September 13th, noon to 7:00pm, […]