We've added a Consignment Department to our Store!

The Curated Closet @ Gracious Gifts and Home

A Unique Gift Shop Featuring Items From Local Artisans You will find eclectic, handmade, and timeless gift ideas for every occasion and every budget. We feature the work of many local artisans and products from local small businesses. We've recently added a brand-name consignment department, called The Curated Closet. A well-lived wardrobe deserves a thoughtful next chapter... – where timeless style meets curated luxury. From designer fashion to exceptional finds, every piece tells a story. Our process is considered and personal. Consignments are accepted by appointment only, allowing us to provide an attentive experience for every client and every piece. Our goal is to help your beautiful items not just sell but to find their next home. We seek: – Designer and elevated contemporary labels (clothing, bags, accessories) – Pieces in impeccable condition, brought in on hangers and clean. Your wardrobe has already made its statement. Let it continue—beautifully, and with purpose

New Haven County

Ellyn Santiago

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Branford

Connecticut

A Unique Gift Shop Featuring Items From Local Artisans You will find eclectic, handmade, and timeless gift ideas for every occasion and every...

Commercial Insurance Built for Skilled Trades

Richard Squeri Insurance Agency

Richard Squeri Insurance Agency is an independently owned and operated property and casualty insurance agency proudly serving Connecticut’s shoreline and surrounding communities for over 70 years. Built on generations of trust, we specialize in protecting established local businesses with practical, reliable insurance solutions tailored to the real-world risks they face every day. We work closely with many types of businesses with a focus on skilled trades including plumbers, electricians, HVAC contractors and other specialty contractors—who need coverage that keeps pace with their operations. From general liability and workers’ compensation to commercial auto, tools &amp; equipment, and umbrella policies, we design comprehensive programs that protect your business, your employees, and your reputation. As an independent agency, we partner with leading national insurance carriers and wholesale brokers, allowing us to compare options and secure competitive coverage while delivering the personalized service and responsiveness of a local agency. Our clients value having direct access to experienced advisors who understand Connecticut regulations, local job sites, and the unique challenges of operating along the shoreline. Whether your business has been serving the community for decades or is ready to strengthen its insurance strategy for long-term growth, Richard Squeri Insurance Agency is committed to being a dependable partner—focused on protection, stability, and peace of mind. Local. Independent. Trusted.

Richard Squeri Insurance Agency is an independently owned and operated property and casualty insurance agency proudly serving Connecticut’s...

Helping your family through tough times is our calling

Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home & Cremation Service

Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home and Cremation Service is a highly respected and long lasting business in East Haven. The funeral home is centrally located across the East Haven Senior Center and one block from St. Vincent de Paul Church and the Old Stone Church. Chris Palumbo, the owner and licensed director takes great pride in serving the community of East Haven and it's surrounding towns. His personal touch along with his professional knowledge allows him to lead and guide families through the funeral process. When a loved one passes away and you select Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home, Chris Palumbo will take you by the hand - he will help and guide you through all aspects of the funeral: everything from cemetery plots, flowers, insurance claims, minsters, travel, post reception gatherings. His knowledge and willingness to help goes far beyond the the funeral, burial, cremation and monument process.

East Haven

Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home and Cremation Service is a highly respected and long lasting business in East Haven. The funeral home is centrally...

Under New Management! Open Everyday 7am-7pm. 

TJ’s Launderette

Hate laundry day? We have you covered with our wash-dry-fold service. We also offer pickup and delivery as an added convenience. New delivery customers will receive 25% off their first order. Please go to our website for more information. 

North Branford

Hate laundry day? We have you covered with our wash-dry-fold service. We also offer pickup and delivery as an added convenience. New delivery...

Branford Scouting (Cub Pack 633, Troop 633/1633 & Venturing 633)

Branford Scouting has been building citizenship, leadership skills, and a spirit of adventure in youth for over 10 years, serving ages 5–20 through four dynamic programs. Through experiential learning, Branford scouts experience adventures from ice climbing to sailing in the Florida Keys, with campouts all year round for our older scouts. Our commitment to country is reflected in where we meet—serving our veterans at Branford’s VFW Post 12106—and through meaningful experiences like our recent trip to Washington, D.C., where scouts participated in the Changing of the Guard at Arlington National Cemetery and presented a wreath in honor of our fallen heroes. Our younger Cub Scouts also demonstrate patriotism by marching in parades and placing flags at cemeteries, just like their older peers. They enjoy fun and discovery at weekly meetings and through memorable outings, such as an overnight at the Norwalk Maritime Center, sleeping aboard the World War II battleship USS Massachusetts, and exploring the EcoTarium museum. This year, our Cubs will experience an evening at the New England Air Museum. Branford Scouting services the town of Branford and well beyond. Check us out on the web to see the great things Scouting in Branford can do to make a difference in the world!

Branford Scouting (Cub Pack 633, Troop 633/1633...

Branford Scouting has been building citizenship, leadership skills, and a spirit of adventure in youth for over 10 years, serving ages 5–20 through...

BRANFORD, CT — A Branford resident is $10,000 richer after purchasing a winning lottery ticket in his home town last week, according to the Connecticut Lottery. On November 6, John Healey, of Branford, purchased a Mega Millions ticket from the Branford News &amp; Variety store and won $10,000.

BRANFORD, CT — A Branford resident is $10,000 richer after purchasing a winning lottery ticket in his home town last week, according to the Connecticut Lottery.

On November 6, John Healey, of Branford, purchased a Mega Millions ticket from the Branford News &amp; Variety store and won $10,000.

Branford Resident Wins $10,000 Lottery Prize

The winning ticket was also sold at a store in Branford.

Community Corner

Richard Kaufman

Guilford

New Haven

Vincent Salzo

North Haven

West Haven

Alfred Branch

Madison

Hamden

Orange

Wallingford

Guilford High School

Come for an evening of great jazz music with the Guilford High School Jazz Ensemble, along with special guests, the Javier Arau New Jazz Quintet, featuring GHS alum Gaston Kaisin on the trumpet.&nbsp;In addition to Gaston Kaisin, the quintet also features: Javier Arau on saxophone, Shu Odamura on guitar, Mark Wade on bass, and Jonathan Mele on the drums.&nbsp;
The concert will be held on May 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM at the Guilford High School Performing Arts Center. Admission is free and open to the public.&nbsp;&nbsp;This event is made possible through generous support from the T. Thomas Boates III Guest Artist Fund.

Local Event: Javier Arau Jazz Quintet & Guilford High School Jazz Ensemble

Javier Arau Jazz Quintet & Guilford High School...

Come for an evening of great jazz music with the Guilford High School Jazz Ensemble, along with special guests, the Javier Arau...

Javier Arau Jazz Quintet & Guilford High School Jazz Ensemble

Branford United Methodist Church

Browse a great selection of hearty perennials hand-propagated by Ruby Lawrence, with prices ranging from $10 to $65. Offerings include daylilies, bee balm, lavender, hydrangeas, hostas, crab apple trees, and many other beautiful varieties.

Local Event: Ruby's Plant Sale

Ruby's Plant Sale

Browse a great selection of hearty perennials hand-propagated by Ruby Lawrence, with prices ranging from $10 to $65. Offerings...

Hitoric Green in Madison, CT

Don’t let the forecast scare you, the sun will be out for the start of the holiday weekend!
Come out and kick off Memorial Day Weekend in beautiful Madison at the annual Artisan &amp; Antique Summer Festival on the Green, a favorite shoreline destination town filled with history, a charming downtown, and plenty of shopping and dining.
<ul><li>Live Music</li><li>Food Trucks: G Monkey Vegan &amp; Fire in the Pizza Kitchen</li><li>40+ vendors featuring antiques, handcrafted artisan goods, unique treasures, and more</li><li>Children’s Craft Table</li><li>Face Painting by Sweet Caroline</li></ul>

After enjoying the festival on the Green, take time to explore downtown Madison with its wonderful locally owned shops and restaurants. It’s the perfect way to kick off the summer season, discover treasures, support local businesses and artisans, and enjoy a fun afternoon on the Connecticut shoreline.
We hope to see you in Madison!

Local Event: Annual Artisan & Antique Summer Festival 

Annual Artisan & Antique Summer Festival 

Don’t let the forecast scare you, the sun will be out for the start of the holiday weekend!
Come out and kick off Memorial Day...

Your CBD Store | SUNMED - Clinton, CT

ANY In-Store Purchase Enters you to WIN a FREE 6-Month Supply of our Best-Selling CBN Sleep Gummies&nbsp;&nbsp;OR&nbsp; our Award-Winning CBD/THC Pain Relief Topical!!!
For 7 Years Strong now, Your CBD Store | SUNMED has remained the LARGEST CBD Retailer in the Nation! It's just simple math...
Purity + Potency + Efficacy = BEST Overall Value.&nbsp;
Switch to SUNMED and Discover the benefits of REAL CBD!&nbsp;
AND....STILL HAPPENING&nbsp;NOW, Thursday May 21st, through May 31st, 2026, ANY In-Store Product Purchase will automatically Enter you into our BIGGEST Raffle Event of the Year! And since Every Customer has a different favorite product, we've designed this event so that EVERYONE can participate regardless of what you purchase!&nbsp;
~Every $10 Spent, In-Store = 1 Entry into our May 31st drawing for your choice of...(drumroll please...)
1) A FREE 6-Month Supply of our Best-Selling SUNMED&nbsp;MAX Strength&nbsp;CBD/THC Pain-Relief Topical Cream!*&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;or;
2) A FREE 6-Month Supply of our Most Popular SUNMED CBD/CBN Sleep Gummies!*
Would you like CBD products that actually work?! Then we are "Your CBD Store!" We are the largest CBD Retail Store Franchise in the USA, here to educate and answer your questions. We exclusively carry SUNMED CBD products in all forms and strengths. (We carry exciting NEW Kava Gummies &amp; Kava Water Solubles!&nbsp; Now also fFeaturing our new GLP-1 weight loss supplements!)
&gt;Our SUNMED Full Spectrum CBD Oil Tinctures, Full Spectrum Anytime CBD Relief Gummies&nbsp;and CBG Water Solubles are second to none! Enjoy 6-8 hours of Arthritis relief; Brain-Fog relief; &amp; Anxiety&nbsp;relief per serving!
&gt;Our SUNMED CBN Sleep Gummies and Tinctures are Vegan, have been Clinically Proven through a 660-person Human Clinical Trial, and are the most popular Edible product we sell in the entire store! 
&gt;Our SUNMED Topical Pain-Relief Cream is a 2-year, National Award-Winner of the USA-CBD EXPO, and offers 7-8 hours of pain relief per application!
(*Applicable to In-Store purchases only at the Your CBD Store | SUNMED Clinton, CT location.&nbsp; Number of Contest Entries received per purchase, per customer, is directly equal to 1 (one) Entry for every $10 spent before CT State Sales Tax. No Limit to the number of Entries per customer. Probability of Winning increases with Number of Entry Tickets acquired before May 1st 2026. Winning a prize is not guaranteed.&nbsp; &gt;&gt;&gt;&gt; 6-Month Supply of MAX Strength Pain-Relief Cream = 2 (4oz) Jars.&nbsp;&nbsp;&gt;&gt; 6-Month Supply of CBD/CBN Sleep Gummies = 6 (30ct.) Jars. Customers do not need to be present for the May 31st drawing to Win.&nbsp; &nbsp; A total of 3 Winning entry tickets will be drawn.&nbsp; Grand prize = 6-Month supply of Prize Option (1) or (2).&nbsp; 2nd Place = 1-month supply of Prize Option (1) or (2).&nbsp; 3rd Place = 1-month supply.&nbsp; Winners will be notified by phone. Cannot be combined with other offers or coupons.&nbsp; While Supplies Last. All purchases subject to age verification: 21+)
For more Info on our Award-Winning CBD products by SUNMED, just give us a call!: 860-664-4636. 
We TRULY Appreciate and Reward In-Store shopping with a Generous Loyalty Program!....Can't make it to the store?&nbsp; Shop online at the SUNMED Website link below.
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Local Event: Your CBD Store - CLINTON!  The REAL CBD! $$$

Middlesex County

Clinton

Your CBD Store - CLINTON!  The REAL CBD! $$$

ANY In-Store Purchase Enters you to WIN a FREE 6-Month Supply of our Best-Selling CBN Sleep Gummies  OR  our Award-Winning...

Shubert Theatre

New Haven Ballet Presents The Sleeping Beauty at the Shubert Theatre
This spring, New Haven Ballet invites audiences across Greater New Haven to experience the magic of classical ballet with The Sleeping Beauty, coming to the historic Shubert Theatre on Saturday, May 23 at 1:00 p.m.
Perfect for young audiences and longtime dance lovers alike, this enchanting production brings Princess Aurora’s beloved story to life through storybook magic and the sweeping score of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Thoughtfully adapted for today’s audiences, the performance offers a welcoming introduction to ballet while keeping all the beauty and wonder that has made this fairytale a classic for generations.
The heart of this production is the dancers themselves.
Students ages 4 to 18 will take the stage after months of dedication and artistic growth, sharing a performance that celebrates not only technique, but creativity, confidence, and joy. For many young performers, it’s a meaningful milestone and a chance to experience the excitement of live theater together.
For more than 40 years, New Haven Ballet has helped young dancers grow both on and off the stage, with many students continuing on to prestigious summer intensives, conservatories, and professional dance careers.
In addition to The Sleeping Beauty, the program will feature contemporary and Broadway inspired works, along with performances by the School’s Shared Ability artists. Together, the pieces reflect New Haven Ballet’s commitment to creating a space where every dancer can learn, grow, and shine.
Artistic Director Lisa Kim shares, “This performance is a chance for our students to come together and share what they have been working toward all year. We hope it inspires everyone in the audience.”
Following the performance, children and families are invited to meet the fairies from the ballet, a magical moment younger audience members won’t soon forget.
With a running time of approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes, including a 20-minute intermission, the performance is ideal for both first time balletgoers and devoted fans of dance.
Tickets start at $19 (plus ticketing fees) and are available at <a href="https://shubert.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">shubert.com</a>.
New Haven Ballet welcomes new students throughout the year, with summer programs offering dancers of all levels the opportunity to learn, grow, and build confidence through dance.
Reserve your tickets early and join us for an afternoon filled with music, magic, and the joy of live performance.

Local Event: Step Into a Fairytale

Step Into a Fairytale

New Haven Ballet Presents The Sleeping Beauty at the Shubert Theatre
This spring, New Haven Ballet invites audiences across...

Books & Company

Join us for a wildly fun free swap event featuring puzzles, jewelry, purses/wallets, nail polish, perfume, sunglasses, and more! Bring items you no longer want/need (from the list above) to share with others, or simply come by to take home whatever you like—no contribution is necessary to participate.

Local Event: Swap-o-Rama

Swap-o-Rama

Join us for a wildly fun free swap event featuring puzzles, jewelry, purses/wallets, nail polish, perfume, sunglasses, and...

Miller Memorial Library

Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro’s Community Resource Fair
Mark your calendar for Tuesday, May 26, 2026, and join us at the Hamden Public Library. This event offers a convenient way to explore a wide range of local services and resources available to you and your family.
We look forward to welcoming you!
Important Details:
<ul><li>Community Resource Fair: Free and open to the public from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM</li> </ul>

Local Event: Congresswoman DeLauro's Community Resource Fair

Congresswoman DeLauro's Community Resource Fair

Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro’s Community Resource Fair
Mark your calendar for Tuesday, May 26, 2026, and join us at the Hamden...

United Methodist Church Branford

Join Joe Polio for an engaging informational program and PowerPoint lecture designed to encourage beginners to create great images with a camera or cell phone. This event is free to attend, though donations to support UMCB are welcome as you learn to see the world through a new lens.

Local Event: Introduction to Photography

Introduction to Photography

Join Joe Polio for an engaging informational program and PowerPoint lecture designed to encourage beginners to create great...

Guilford Town Green

<blockquote>The Guilford House Tour returns, Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, showcasing&nbsp;the insides of unique historic homes and gardens&nbsp;all within one mile of the Guilford Green, which serves as the starting point for the event. Event is walkable but &nbsp;Shuttle service is available to ticket holders throughout the route.This self-guided tour offers an exclusive glimpse into some of Guilford’s most fascinating homes, showcasing the charm and history of Guilford&nbsp;while celebrating the town’s rich architectural heritage.&nbsp;Tickets:&nbsp;$40 or $45 on the day of the tour. Tickets:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://link.edgepilot.com/s/3374c28f/VwT_H_M2B0GPumkHGRPv4w?u=http://guilfordkeepingsociety.org/" rel="nofollow noopener">guilfordkeepingsociety.org</a>. sponsored by: Rotary Club of Guilford, The Guilford Foundation/Ascend Bank, &amp; law offices of Jeffrey T. Beatty</blockquote>

Local Event: 2026 Guilford House Tour

2026 Guilford House Tour

The Guilford House Tour returns, Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, showcasing the insides of unique historic...

🌱 Patch AM: Branford Rotary Club Adds 2nd...

Coming up: Javier Arau Jazz Quintet & Guilford High School Jazz Ensemble on the Branford Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Branford Rotary Club Adds 2nd Purple Pantry Box, Filled With Shelf-Stable Foods For Those In Need

Branford Rotary Club Adds 2nd Purple Pantry Box...

The boxes are continually replenished food pantries that encourage people to "take what you need and donate what you can."

Branford Rotary Club Adds 2nd Purple Pantry Box, Filled With Shelf-Stable Foods For Those In Need

Branford Police Blotter: May 12 to May 19, 2026

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

Crime & Safety

🌱 Patch AM: 'Unforgettable' Branford Property...

Spotted on the Branford calendar: Javier Arau Jazz Quintet & Guilford High School Jazz Ensemble

🌱 Patch AM: 'Unforgettable' Branford Property Listed For $29.995 Million

'Unforgettable' Branford Property Listed For ...

This property is on the market for $29,995,000, according to Zillow.com.

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Community Corner

Branford Resident Wins $10,000 Lottery Prize

The winning ticket was also sold at a store in Branford.

John J. Ruggiero, Patch Staff

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Branford Rotary Club Adds 2nd Purple Pantry Box, Filled With Shelf-Stable Foods For Those In Need

Branford Police Blotter: May 12 to May 19, 2026

'Unforgettable' Branford Property Listed For $29.995 Million

Javier Arau Jazz Quintet & Guilford High School Jazz Ensemble

Ruby's Plant Sale

Annual Artisan & Antique Summer Festival

Your CBD Store - CLINTON! The REAL CBD! $$$

Step Into a Fairytale

Swap-o-Rama

Congresswoman DeLauro's Community Resource Fair

Introduction to Photography

2026 Guilford House Tour

The Curated Closet @ Gracious Gifts and Home

Richard Squeri Insurance Agency

Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home & Cremation Service

TJ’s Launderette

Branford Scouting (Cub Pack 633, Troop 633/1633 & Venturing 633)

Nearby Communities

State Edition

National Edition

Branford Resident Wins $10,000 Lottery Prize

The winning ticket was also sold at a store in Branford.

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