Name: Guilford Tree Lighting
Start: 2026-12-04T17:45:00-05:00
Location: Guilford Town Green

Guilford Town Green

This year's tree lighting will take place on Friday, December 4th with festivities taking place all day leading up to the big show!
Presented by Guilford Parks &amp; Rec, the Shoreline Chamber &amp; the Town of Guilford.

Local Event: Guilford Tree Lighting

New Haven County

Richard Kaufman

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Guilford

Connecticut

Guilford Tree Lighting

This year's tree lighting will take place on Friday, December 4th with festivities taking place all day leading up to the big...

all five Guilford polling locations

On November 3, 2026 (Election Day) at the bottom of the ballot, will be the following question:&nbsp; "Shall the Guilford Town Charter be revised as proposed by the Guilford Charter Revision Commission and as approved by the Board of Selectmen at its special meeting held on August 24, 2026."&nbsp; Most people in town have no idea that Guilford convened a Charter Revision Commission and that major changes to the Guilford Town Charter have been proposed and will be on the ballot for approval or rejection on November 3rd.&nbsp; To learn about the process and what changes have been proposed, please click on the below link to watch the video "Orchestrated Tyranny".&nbsp; This video can also be accessed by going to www.youtube.com and searching for "Orchestrated Tyranny".&nbsp; Please watch this video in order to cast an informed vote on November 3rd.

Local Event: Election Day 11/3/26 (Should the Charter Revision Commission's Recommendations be approved)

Election Day 11/3/26 (Should the Charter...

On November 3, 2026 (Election Day) at the bottom of the ballot, will be the following question:  "Shall the Guilford Town...

Election Day 11/3/26 (Should the Charter Revision Commission's Recommendations be approved)

The Cube at Centerbrook Architects 67 Main St. Centerbrook, CT 06409

We’re honored to welcome Scott Macaulay as our Featured Guest Filmmaker at the 2026 Essex Film Festival. Join us for a weekend celebrating Scott’s extraordinary contributions to independent cinema. We’ll be screening four films he produced, with Scott in attendance for Q&amp;As following each screening, as well as a special producing workshop where he’ll discuss his creative process and the evolving landscape of independent filmmaking. Tickets are still available but are selling fast . For more information about the films and Essex FilmFest follow the link below. We look forward to sharing this unforgettable weekend with you.&nbsp;

Local Event: Essex FilmFest 

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Essex FilmFest 

We’re honored to welcome Scott Macaulay as our Featured Guest Filmmaker at the 2026 Essex Film Festival. Join us for a weekend...

First Congregational Church

Get a fun start on your holiday shopping with an incredible selection of jewelry, furniture, toys, and handcrafted items at reasonable prices. Enjoy a tasty lunch at the Harvest Fair Café and browse through our amazing array of baked goods, estate treasures, and Christmas décor.

Local Event: Harvest Fair 58th Annual!

Harvest Fair 58th Annual!

Get a fun start on your holiday shopping with an incredible selection of jewelry, furniture, toys, and handcrafted items at...

159 Ledge Hill Rd, Guilford, CT, 06437

To honor Veterans Day and America 250, join a guided tour of the North Guilford (“Old North”) Cemetery. It is the oldest cemetery in Guilford and the final resting place for many veterans, including many Dudleys. This event is free; however, registration is requested.

Local Event: North Guilford Cemetery Tour

North Guilford Cemetery Tour

To honor Veterans Day and America 250, join a guided tour of the North Guilford (“Old North”) Cemetery. It is the oldest...

Char & Lemon

The Guilford Police Department will host a Tip-A-Cop fundraiser benefiting Special Olympics Connecticut on Tuesday, Nov. 10 from 12-9 p.m. at Char and Lemon in Guilford. 

During the event, law enforcement will join restaurant staff in serving and interactions with customers while helping raise funds that provide year-round opportunities for Special Olympics athletes. The money raised through Tip-A-Cop helps fund programs that directly benefit athletes, including sports training and competition, equipment, coaching, and tournaments.&nbsp; 

The impact of donations extends beyond the playing field. Fundraising supports Healthy Athletes programs that provide free health screenings and education, fitness and wellness initiatives, athlete leadership opportunities, and Unified Sports, which bring athletes with and without intellectual disabilities together as teammates. 
 “When you tip a cop, you are leaving more than a tip. You are helping create opportunities, build confidence, and empower athletes to reach their dreams,” Sgt. Nikki Mordasiewicz of the Hartford Police Department said. “Together, we serve, support, and make a difference for Special Olympics Connecticut.” 
Tip-A-Cop fundraisers provide law enforcement with an opportunity to strengthen its connection with the community while continuing to inspire inclusion for people of all abilities. All tips received will be dedicated to helping Special Olympics Connecticut provide life-changing sports, health, and fitness programs to athletes of all abilities. Tip-A-Cop is a Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Connecticut event.

Local Event: Tip-A-Cop hosted by Guilford PD

Tip-A-Cop hosted by Guilford PD

The Guilford Police Department will host a Tip-A-Cop fundraiser benefiting Special Olympics Connecticut on Tuesday, Nov. 10...

Nathanael B. Greene Community Center

3:00-4:30pm for takeout, 5-6:30pm for sit down dinner.A Special Event to Celebrate: The 25th Annual Ron DeMartino Patriotic DinnerGuilford Interfaith Volunteers is proud to highlight this special upcoming event, celebrating our local Veterans and honoring a wonderful tradition in our community.The Ron DeMartino Patriotic Dinner is a meaningful evening with three special purposes:Honoring Our Veterans with a delicious complimentary meal as a small token of our gratitude for their service and sacrifice.Honoring Ron DeMartino, a proud Veteran and longtime supporter of Guilford Interfaith Volunteers, whose commitment to our community has helped make this tradition so special. Supporting Meals on Wheels, as this annual dinner also serves as a fundraiser to help GIV continue its mission of Neighbor Helping Neighbor.A Special Thank You to Our Supporters! We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Song Foundation and Ascend Bank for their continued support of this special event. Their generosity helps make this annual tradition possible and allows us to continue honoring our Veterans while supporting Meals on Wheels and the neighbors who depend on us.We invite you to join us for this special evening of good food, gratitude, and community spirit as we celebrate 25 years of honoring those who have served our country.

Local Event: 25th Annual Ron DeMartino Patriotic Lasagna Dinner

25th Annual Ron DeMartino Patriotic Lasagna Dinner

3:00-4:30pm for takeout, 5-6:30pm for sit down dinner.A Special Event to Celebrate: The 25th Annual Ron DeMartino Patriotic...

EleMar New England

“Tuning In” – Oil Paintings by Soraya Hutchinson
Guilford painter Soraya Hutchinson presents a solo exhibition of large-scale figurative oil paintings, rooted in academic tradition and moving toward abstraction. The opening reception is Friday, Nov. 13,4:30–6:30 pm, with live music and refreshments, free and open to the public. On view through Jan. 10, 2027, at EleMar New England, 99–107 Shelton Ave., New Haven. Free parking. For a private viewing, contact <a href="mailto:jrautio@gmail.com" target="_blank">jrautio@gmail.com</a> or <a href="tel:(808)%20318-5872" target="_blank">808-318-5872</a>. More at <a href="https://www.sorayahutchinson.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.sorayahutchinson.com</a>.

Local Event: “Tuning In” Large Scale Figurative Oil Painting Exhibition, Opening Nov. 13 2026 New Haven  

“Tuning In” Large Scale Figurative Oil Painting...

“Tuning In” – Oil Paintings by Soraya Hutchinson
Guilford painter Soraya Hutchinson presents a solo exhibition of large-scale...

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