Rep. Rose Hosts Milford Day At The Capitol.

From the Office of State Rep. Kim Rose: State Rep. Kim Rose (D-Milford) welcomed legislators and businesses to the State Capitol in Hartford to celebrate the rich community of Milford.

The event kicked off with comments from Rep. Rose, Milford Mayor Ben Blake, Senator James Maroney, Representatives Charles Ferraro and Kathy Kennedy and Director of Economic and Community Development Julie Nash.

Local businesses and non-profits brought samples, displays and stories of the “small city with a big heart” to share with state legislators and exhibit what their shoreline town has to offer.

Honored guests included the Milford Public Library, Literacy Center, ArtFish 42, the Milford Arts Council (MAC), which was recently recognized as the runner-up “best local arts organization” by the CTNow Arts and Entertainment competition, and many more.

“We are an artist collective featuring 17 local artist that offers community workshops and classes for all ages,” said Meg Gianotti, owner of Artfish 42. “I think we are most proud of our annual Fairy Frolic. This event began 5 years ago with 35 children participating, last year there were nearly 600!”

Local treasures such as Briar Patch Oysters, Fig Cooking School, Subway and the award winning Corner Brunch Restaurant offered samples of their delicacies.

“I am honored to represent my city, neighbors and friends from Milford and love showing my fellow legislators what our fine city has to offer,” Rep. Rose said. “Milford is a diverse community and home to a number of nationally recognized small businesses, festivals and major corporations like Schick, Subway and Bic.”

Milford Day is in its fourth consecutive year showcasing the beauty and values of this shoreline community at the Capitol.

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