Local News for Bozrah, Connecticut

Car fire in Bozrah

BOZRAH— On Monday afternoon, a parked car caught fire at 33 Schwartz Road in Bozrah. Jeremy Tarasevich, deputy chief of the Bozrah Volunteer Fire Company, said there were no injuries.Fire trucks temporarily blocked off the road while fighting the fire. Tarasevich said the car was destroyed by the fire.As of 4:36 p.m. Taraseich did not READ MORE.

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While we are planning themes for 2020, what would you be interested in for a theme night? We would love your ideas.

While we are planning themes for 2020, what would you be interested in for a theme night? We would love your ideas. Read the article on facebook.com READ MORE.

Rude Dog Boxing Club encourages people with Parkinson’s to keep moving, keep positive

BOZRAH — Even though a senior community would be an unlikely place to see some boxing action, the Elmbrook Village at Bozrah had a demonstration on Wednesday that featured Victor Gregoire of the Rude Dog Boxing Club hitting focus pads with the owner, Paul Iannuzzi. However, it wasn’t just a matter of entertainmentThe club came to READ MORE.

Hygienic Art

All Artists art cordially invited to submit one piece of artwork for Hygienic Art XLI Salon des Independants. No Judge No Jury No Fees No Censorship! Art drop off and hanging is January 25, 8am-6pm show opens at 7pm. NEW!! for large artwork and sculpture over 7 FT. Enter your piece at Hygienic Grande annex READ MORE.

Bozrah Pizza working on building a larger restaurant

BOZRAH – Mark Reynolds, a civil engineer and owner of Reynolds Engineering Service in Lebanon, has worked, for a year and a half on a project to build a new home for the Bozrah Pizza Restaurant.The town’s Planning and Zoning board approved the project at a meeting last week. “It’s going to be a real great project for READ MORE.

Photos from Southeastern CT Cultural Coalition- Culturesect’s post

CT Office of the Arts (COA)’s Adriane Jefferson kicking off the Business of Art Symposium by Hygienic Art with a great day planned! Look forward to hearing from artists, community leaders and more! Russ Kramer Marine Art Jeanne Sigel of Garde Arts Center Gigi Horr Liverant Women’s Business Development Council (WBDC) and more! Read the READ MORE.

New Arts Director Named | New Haven Independent

We are thrilled for Adriane Jefferson, who worked at New London’s Writer’s Block before heading to CT Office of the Arts as program manager for the past three years. Mayor Justin Elicker has tapped a state arts program manager with a background in promoting youth professional development and cultural equity to be the city’s next READ MORE.

Hartford Courant

Two of the four CT grantees and $120k were awarded to research projects from New London’s Connecticut College. Congrats! Eileen Kane of Connecticut College, $60,000 to research and write a book, “Emigration from Russia and the Making of the Modern Middle East, 1840s-1940s.” Sufia Uddin of Connecticut College, $60,000 to produce a website about Hindu READ MORE.

Phew if you’re reading this you made it through the holidays! What is everyone wishing for this winter? Team sun or team

Phew if you’re reading this you made it through the holidays! What is everyone wishing for this winter? Team sun or team snow ? Read the article on facebook.com READ MORE.

New London Arts Council launches

“The initiative was spearheaded by individual artists and arts related nonprofits and businesses in the city with the goal of identifying and creating opportunities to meet the artistic needs of the New London arts community and to work with the city and state as necessary to strengthen the arts in New London. The mayor’s office READ MORE.

Sun Gazing

Who’s ready for Spring? We are! Read the article on facebook.com READ MORE.

Collins & Jewel looking to expand on Rachel Drive

BOZRAH – Brian Dudek, chief operating officer for the Collins & Jewel Company, is happy the town’s planning and zoning board approved site plans that will allow the business to expand.“It’s an exciting project for us and the town of Bozrah,” he said.Last week, Bozrah Planning and Zoning discussed the company’s plan to expand its manufacturing READ MORE.

Town of Salem Recreation

TAKE A TRIP TO BOSTON! The Town of Montville has chartered a bus to travel to Boston and Salem residents are welcome to join in on the fun! The bus will drop you off at Faneuil Hall for a day of “on your own” shopping, dining and exploring the City of Boston. You could also READ MORE.

Rose Arts Festival

The 2020 Rose Arts Committee is actively seeking passionate individuals for the following volunteer roles: Budding Artist Director, Downtown After Dark Coordinator, Director of Giving and Impact, and Marketing, Advertising, and PR Director. Interested? Email info@roseartsfestival.com for details. #roseartsfestival #communitymatters #giveback #volunteer #wegrowtogether Read the article on facebook.com READ MORE.

Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center

First releases of the New Year! We released three birds earlier this week which were treated for various injuries. This Blue Jay was with us less than a week for rest and recovery after a window strike, along with a Downy Woodpecker that was treated for a head injury and Flicker who spent a couple READ MORE.

Lyman Allyn Art Museum

Did you know that you can view more than 30 rarely seen European Paintings in our current exhibition, “Brought to Light: European Paintings from the Collection”? On view are a selection of portraits, history paintings, still lifes, genre scenes, and landscapes from the early Renaissance through the 1800s. Circle of Giovanni Antonio Canaletto, View of READ MORE.

Mystic Film Festival

Submissions open today! 2020 is here, and we’re excited to announce the dates of the 3rd Annual Mystic Film Festival; October 22-25, 2020! Submissions open on January 6 on Film Freeway, so bring us your narrative and doc films! We also have a feature film screenplay competition. To be considered, submit your script on Film READ MORE.

Farm Transition Grant Program

FARMERS: The Connecticut Department of Agriculture’s Farm Transition Grant guidelines and application are now available. Applications must be submitted by 4:00 pm on February 17. Information about the 2020 program can be found online: https://portal.ct.gov/DOAG/ADaRC/ADaRC/Farm-Transition-Grant-Program The program provides grants to up to $49,999. Applicants must provide a one to one match. The purpose of the READ MORE.

Many thanks to all who brought in canned goods during the library’s “Food for Fines” month. All donations will go to Care & Share

Many thanks to all who brought in canned goods during the library’s “Food for Fines” month. All donations will go to Care & Share of East Lyme. Your support of the library and other community organizations makes for a very Happy New Year for all! Read the article on facebook.com READ MORE.