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Whimsy & Waves Art Show Opening Reception at The Gallery at La Zingara
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Whimsy & Waves; An Artful Masquerade Exhibit at The Gallery at La Zingara Bar

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Donna Christopher
October 30, 2024
On Sunday, November 3, The Gallery at La Zingara Bar together with Bethel Arts opens the Whimsy & Waves Art Exhibition.
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Features

Nature's Nooks - Give a Hoot
Nature's Nooks

Nature's Nooks - Give a Hoot

By
Don Goodrich
February 26, 2023
The barred owl makes an appearance in this month's Nature's Nooks column.
Bethel Athletics’ Newest Addition
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Bethel Athletics’ Newest Addition

By
Michaela Lawlor
March 9, 2023
The grass is now greener on our side of the fence, thanks to anonymous donor who provided the funds to build a beautiful turf field at BHS.
Building the Bethel Branch - Part Three - Look out for the Locomotive!
Bygone Bethel

Building the Bethel Branch - Part Three - Look out for the Locomotive!

By
Patrick Tierney Wild
April 12, 2023
Bethel's Town Historian, Patrick Tierney Wild, brings us Part Three of Building the Bethel Branch series in this month's Bygone Bethel!
Support Fundraiser set for Bethel resident Juleen Flanigan
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Support Fundraiser set for Bethel resident Juleen Flanigan

By
Donna Christopher
April 18, 2023
Juleen's Team fundraising walk set to help with Alzheimer's care for much loved Bethel resident.
National Record Store Day: Go Check Out Bethel’s Disc & Dat
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National Record Store Day: Go Check Out Bethel’s Disc & Dat

By
Michaela Lawlor
April 21, 2023
Bethel's treasure specialty store, Disc & Dat, Celebrates National Record Store Day on 4/22/2023.
Bethel Nail Artist Wins 2nd Place in Global Nail Design Competition
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Bethel Nail Artist Wins 2nd Place in Global Nail Design Competition

By
Donna Christopher
May 10, 2023
Bethelite Britt Higgins follows her dreams and wins 2nd place in global nail art competition.
Bethelite, Cantor Penny Kessler, retires after 28 years of Service
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Bethelite, Cantor Penny Kessler, retires after 28 years of Service

By
Donna Christopher
May 15, 2023
Long time Bethel resident, Cantor Penny Kessler, retires after 28 years of leadership at the United Jewish Center in Danbury.
Poetry Corner - The Gift
Poetry Corner

Poetry Corner - The Gift

By
Hannah Lipman
June 6, 2023
This month's Poetry Corner feature is a wish for joy in your day with the poem 'Gift' by Hannah Lipman.
La Zingara celebrates 20 years in Bethel
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La Zingara celebrates 20 years in Bethel

By
Donna Christopher
June 26, 2023
Bethel's beloved thriving destination restaurant, La Zingara, celebrates its 20th year this month.
On the Way's Farmstand
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On the Way's Farmstand

By
Donna Christopher
August 18, 2023
On the Way Farm is a Bethel treasure owned and operated by Bethelite, Jill Anderson.
Community Shellfish
Bites of Bethel

Community Shellfish

By
Donna Christopher
September 18, 2023
Community Shellfish, a shellfish processing distribution business, is making waves in Bethel, CT.
Journalist, Author leads Bethel Poetry Club Chapter
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Journalist, Author leads Bethel Poetry Club Chapter

By
Donna Christopher
October 11, 2023
Bethel author and new leader of the Bethel Poetry Club publishes children's book, Trees Are Kind: with Sherman the Squirrel and Friends.
BHS Sophomore Celine Pereira educates prioritizing heart health
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BHS Sophomore Celine Pereira educates prioritizing heart health

By
Donna Christopher
October 9, 2023
BHS Sophomore Celine Pereira has had 3 heart surgeries before her first birthday and now educates her classmates on being heart healthy.
Support Local Bethel, CT Facebook Group started in pandemic has over 11,000 members
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Support Local Bethel, CT Facebook Group started in pandemic has over 11,000 members

By
Donna Christopher
December 6, 2023
The Support Local Facebook group started during the pandemic for Bethel has over 11,000 members and growing.
Bethel hot spot Edison Kitchen celebrates 2 years
Bites of Bethel

Bethel hot spot Edison Kitchen celebrates 2 years

By
Donna Christopher
December 12, 2023
In just 2 years, Chef/Owner Chris Bruno has cultivated a well loved restaurant with an exceptional menu and a warm, inviting atmosphere.
Bethel Arts Helps Creatives Get Noticed
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Bethel Arts Helps Creatives Get Noticed

By
Donna Christopher
December 13, 2023
Bethel Arts lives by its mission of "building, promoting, and supporting Bethel's arts and creative community."
Playwright & Actress Kimberly Wilson Brings One-Woman Musical to Greenwood Features
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Playwright & Actress Kimberly Wilson Brings One-Woman Musical to Greenwood Features

By
Donna Christopher
January 13, 2024
Award winning actress and writer Kimberly Wilson performs her one act play, A Journey, live at Greenwood Features on Feb 4th at 4pm.
Poetry Corner with Bethel's Poet Laureate Rick Magee
Poetry Corner

Poetry Corner with Bethel's Poet Laureate Rick Magee

By
Rick Magee
April 2, 2024
April is National Poetry Month and what better time to welcome Bethel's Poet Laureate, Rick Magee, to Bethel Grapevine's Poetry Corner!
Bethel 's Poet Laureate Rick Magee presents to Bethel Poetry Club
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Bethel 's Poet Laureate Rick Magee presents to Bethel Poetry Club

By
Donna Christopher
April 11, 2024
In honor of National Poetry Month, Bethel's Poet Laureate Rick Magee presents to the Bethel Poetry Club on April 13th at the Bethel Library.
Poetry Corner - What is Poetry
Poetry Corner

Poetry Corner - What is Poetry

By
Rick Magee
May 25, 2024
What is poetry? In this month's Poetry Corner, Bethel's Poet Laureate Rick Magee offers his answer to the question.
Make Music Day Bethel June 21st 2024
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Make Music Day Bethel June 21st 2024

By
Donna Christopher
June 18, 2024
Over 27 performers/bands will participate at over a dozen venues for Make Music Day Bethel this Friday June 21st, from 11am to 11pm.
Bites of Bethel - Whitlocks Restaurant
Bites of Bethel

Bites of Bethel - Whitlocks Restaurant

By
Donna Christopher
October 5, 2024
This month's Bites of Bethel column features Whitlock's Restaurant, Bethel's hidden gem serving the freshest fish, steaks, pasta and more!
The Potter's Path in Bethel
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The Potter's Path in Bethel

By
Donna Christopher
October 3, 2024
This weekend be sure to check out The Potters' Path stop in Bethel featuring local artist's work.
Locals share their love for Caraluzzi's as they celebrate their 75th Anniversary
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Locals share their love for Caraluzzi's as they celebrate their 75th Anniversary

By
Donna Christopher
September 12, 2024
Bethelites share their experiences shopping at Caraluzzi's over the years as they celebrate 75 years of being in business.
The Exceptional Sidekick Service Dogs
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The Exceptional Sidekick Service Dogs

By
Donna Christopher
August 13, 2024
Exceptional Sidekick Service Dogs provides psychiatric service dogs to disabled teens and young adults, so handlers can live life better.
Poetry Corner - Think Poetic
Poetry Corner

Poetry Corner - Think Poetic

By
Rick Magee
August 21, 2024
In this month's Poetry Corner Column, Rick MaGee shares highlights from his recent trip to Rome.
The Governor’s Visit to Bethel - 1903
Bygone Bethel

The Governor’s Visit to Bethel - 1903

By
Patrick Tierney Wild
May 11, 2021
A Day to Remember
Ask the Vet - Stay “cool”: keys for stress-free veterinary visits
Ask the vet

Ask the Vet - Stay “cool”: keys for stress-free veterinary visits

By
Dr. Emily Andersen
July 9, 2024
In this month's Ask the Vet column, Dr. Emily has some great tips for stress-free veterinary visits.
Meet the Bethel Teen Whose Igloo went Viral.
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Meet the Bethel Teen Whose Igloo went Viral.

By
Erik Ofgang
February 13, 2021
For as long as he can remember, 17-year-old Kyle Stejskal has enjoyed creating things.
The Mysterious Early Life of Maria Parloa
Bygone Bethel

The Mysterious Early Life of Maria Parloa

By
Patrick Tierney Wild
April 12, 2021
America’s first celebrity cook once called Bethel her home but also kept her life’s beginnings a closely guarded secret.
Lights, Camera, Action! Greenwood Features is the new and improved face of Bethel Cinema
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Lights, Camera, Action! Greenwood Features is the new and improved face of Bethel Cinema

By
Michaela Lawlor
June 22, 2022
Greenwood Features, home to the former Bethel Cinema, has been reimagined offering a wide range of features and a new concession menu.
Ancient Plumtrees 
Bygone Bethel

Ancient Plumtrees 

By
Patrick Tierney Wild
June 30, 2024
Bethel's town historian, Patrick Tierney Wild, shares this month's Bygone Bethel's column about Ancient Plumtrees.
Spring
Nature's Nooks

Spring

By
Don Goodrich
April 12, 2021
Nature's sights and sounds welcome us into springtime in this month's Nature's Nooks column.
Baffled by Buffleheads
Nature's Nooks

Baffled by Buffleheads

By
Don Goodrich
July 19, 2022
In this month's Nature's Nooks, the Bufflehead Duck is explored. Have you ever seen one?
Bethel Counterfeiters Nabbed by the U.S. Secret Service
Bygone Bethel

Bethel Counterfeiters Nabbed by the U.S. Secret Service

By
Patrick Tierney Wild
March 15, 2021
Newspapers from NYC to San Francisco trumpeted the story of how a den of highly-skilled counterfeiters had been discovered in Bethel, CT.
Ask The Vet - Why Do Some Dogs Snore?
Ask the vet

Ask The Vet - Why Do Some Dogs Snore?

By
Dr. Emily Andersen
March 15, 2021
Dr Emily, why do some dogs snore? And how do I know when/if it is an indicator of another problem that my pet may have?
Ask the Vet - Lions and tigers and bears, oh my!
Ask the vet

Ask the Vet - Lions and tigers and bears, oh my!

By
Dr. Emily Andersen
March 30, 2022
In this month's Ask the Vet column, Dr. Emily shares some tips for safely cohabitating and enjoying our wild animal neighbors.
Bethel Photographer Elyse Shapiro will debut historic wire mill photos
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Bethel Photographer Elyse Shapiro will debut historic wire mill photos

By
Donna Christopher
May 17, 2024
Historic wire mill photos by Elyse Shapiro on exhibit at Granite Church making its celebratory debut in Georgetown, CT on May 18th, 2024.
Bites of Bethel - Spice Indian Cuisine and Bar
Bites of Bethel

Bites of Bethel - Spice Indian Cuisine and Bar

By
Donna Christopher
May 15, 2024
Voted Best Indian Restaurant in CT - Experts Pick - in CT Magazine, Bethel's Spice Indian Cuisine and Bar has been going strong since 2019.
Haunted by Stony Hill’s Past
Bygone Bethel

Haunted by Stony Hill’s Past

By
Patrick Tierney Wild
October 25, 2021
A Look at Historic Houses of Stony Hill.
Terre Haute Golf Course
Bygone Bethel

Terre Haute Golf Course

By
Mike Taylor
October 15, 2021
There once was a beautiful golf course in Bethel, CT called Terre Haute. Bethelite, Mike Taylor, shares fond memories of the property.
BUILDING THE BETHEL BRANCH LINE - PART TWO - WHERE THERE’S A WILL, THERE’S A WAY
Bygone Bethel

BUILDING THE BETHEL BRANCH LINE - PART TWO - WHERE THERE’S A WILL, THERE’S A WAY

By
Patrick Tierney Wild
March 7, 2023
Pulling up to the station is Bygone Bethel's Part Two of Building the Bethel Branch Line, Where there's a will there's a way.
‘Sky Series’ Art on Display at La Zingara
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‘Sky Series’ Art on Display at La Zingara

By
Donna Christopher
April 27, 2024
Local artist, Linda Hansen-Redamonti, has her 'Sky Series' paintings on display at La Zingara. Art Show opens Sunday, April 28th from 5-7pm.
Bethel Childhood Friends Share Lively Banter on Why We Are Friends Podcast
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Bethel Childhood Friends Share Lively Banter on Why We Are Friends Podcast

By
Donna Christopher
April 2, 2024
Rich and Kevin have been best friends since elementary school in Bethel. They host a local podcast Why We Are Friends that's making waves!
Bites of Bethel -Café Duo
Bites of Bethel

Bites of Bethel -Café Duo

By
Donna Christopher
February 13, 2024
Café Duo opens in downtown Bethel serving up delicious coffee from Guatemala and Columbia and fresh baked sweet or savory baked options.
“The Gritty Little Shepaug” - Part 4 of Building the Bethel Branch
Bygone Bethel

“The Gritty Little Shepaug” - Part 4 of Building the Bethel Branch

By
Patrick Tierney Wild
May 23, 2023
Fresh off the vine! Presenting Part 4 of Bygone Bethel's Building the Bethel Branch by Bethel's Town Historian, Patrick Tierney Wild.

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Extreme Bethel Episode 8 - Josie's 3rd Birthday Celebration!

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