Local News for Roxbury, Connecticut

Why public places like libraries and parks are critical for bringing people together – and even saving lives

In his book Palaces for the People, American sociologist Eric Klinenberg coins the term social infrastructure for libraries, parks, schools and other public facilities that “shape the way people interact” Read the article on facebook.com READ MORE.

Shepaug RSD12: Check out the newest …

Check out the newest issue of the Region In Review! Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

Photos from Northwest Connecticut Arts Council’s post

Opening Tonight: Freed Formats: The Book Reconsidered at Five Points Gallery & Real and Imagined: Works by Carole Rabbe and Susan Rood at the Five Points Annex. Opening receptions from 6-8:30 . . . . . . #fivepointsgallery #fivepointsannex #torrington #openings #openingreception #art #gallery Read the article on facebook.com READ MORE.

Northwest Connecticut Arts Council’s cover photo

This month’s featured artist is Markis Tomascak, stained glass artist from New Milford. “The Arts Council provides a space and forum for artists to gather as a kind of ‘tribe’ and share inspiration and ideas…it’s a conduit for the community feel it too through the wonderful events.” Click here to see more of his work: READ MORE.

Tractor Parade

ROXBURY – Roxbury’s 18th Annual Tractor Parade will start at noon Sunday, October 6, at Hurlburt Park on Apple Lane. Read the rest of the article on primepublishers.com READ MORE.

Roxbury: Contemporary Celtic Service Planned

ROXBURY – A Contemplative Celtic Service is set for 5:30 p.m. Saturday, September 28, at Christ Church, 4 Wellers Bridge Rd. Read the rest of the article on primepublishers.com READ MORE.

Shepaug RSD12: SVS middle school open …

SVS middle school open house tonight, Thursday, 9/19, at 7:00. Overview pre-session at 6:30 in the library. Come meet your child’s teachers and hear about curricular goals and classroom routines. Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

The Secret Power of the Children’s Picture Book

https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-secret-power-of-the-childrens-picture-book-11547824940?emailToken=32213273359504cde93561cffd689a8dT4ocfPQfMutczeugH6QWBXYjccJyWNk+4sl4/Gy2Nub3pYkGdCDt8kJJDPJyPQ1EYf/ZZZ7FEcOW9YQ59+Vj8BM7sC9x5nzvBu5KfE0X9cg%3D&reflink=article_email_share Even infants get profound cognitive and behavioral benefits from sharing a vivid story Read the article on facebook.com READ MORE.

Celtic Service Slated at Roxbury Church

ROXBURY – A Contemplative Celtic Service is set for 5:30 p.m. Saturday, September 28, at Christ Church, 4 Wellers Bridge Rd. Read the rest of the article on primepublishers.com READ MORE.

RLT Sets Program on Beavers

ROXBURY – The Roxbury Land Trust is sponsoring a two-part program on beavers. Read the rest of the article on primepublishers.com READ MORE.

Energy Assistance

ROXBURY – Social Services Director and Municipal Agent Jerrilynn Tiso will begin taking applications for this year’s Energy Assistance Program on Tuesday, October 1. Read the rest of the article on primepublishers.com READ MORE.

Tractor Parade

ROXBURY – Roxbury’s 18th annual Tractor Parade will start at noon Sunday, October 6, at Hurlburt Park on Apple Lane. Read the rest of the article on primepublishers.com READ MORE.

Household Hazardouse Waste Collection Day

October 5th / 9:00-3:00 / Pettibone Community Center Read the article on roxburyct.com READ MORE.

Five Points Gallery

More info about Five Points Gallery Art Heist Fundraiser here: http://www.fivepointsgallery.org/art-heist-2019.html The Art Heist is approaching! In just about one month, you’ll have the chance to steal a work of art from Five Points Gallery! All pieces are donated by professional practicing artists. While you case the joint, enjoy specialty cocktails by @litchfielddistillery and catering READ MORE.

Celebrate Roxbury! Planning for our Future

September 27th / 5:30-7:00 / Town Hall Read the article on roxburyct.com READ MORE.

Culture Un-Shock!

Cool project from a film student from Waterbury raising money to do a webseries on different cultures in Connecticut. Culture Un-Shock! is a web docuseries that will highlight a different culture in CT per each episode | Check out ‘Culture Un-Shock!’ on Indiegogo. Read the article on facebook.com READ MORE.

Roxbury First Selectman: Would be funny if …

Would be funny if it weren’t so sad. Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

Litchfield County Zine Fest 2019 Tabling Application

The Litchfield County Zine Fest is this coming Sunday! There is still time to apply to set up a table, fill out the form here to apply. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffIvfqN1TdT7MTJwg0DCWyo-VQ8Kt9YhIUU8cnmtONBMsHvQ/viewform This is the official application to table at the Litchfield County Zine Fest 2019, which will be held at the Kent Community House in Kent, CT on READ MORE.

Roxbury First Selectman: Megan’s Racing Raffle! Proud …

Megan’s Racing Raffle! Proud of my daughter for keeping her Olympic dream alive while supporting Blood Clot Awareness. Bid on auction items, buy raffle tickets & take chances on raffle items or donate. Thank you for your consideration & feel free to share! Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

Photos from Northwest Connecticut Arts Council’s post

Thank you to all who came to Arts Night Out at @norfolkhubct! And a special thank you to the sponsors and supporters in Norfolk for this event: Norfolk Foundation, Artisans Guild, Battel Foundation, Norfolk Artists and Friends, Norfolk Economic Development Commission, and the Yale Norfolk School of Art. . Swipe to see some Arts Council READ MORE.