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From walk-in closets and Murphy beds to kitchen pantries, entertainment centers, and home offices, our professional closet designers are experts in the art of home organization. California Closets is distinguished by a legacy of innovation, organizational expertise, quality craftsmanship, and design authority. Our teams of professional design consultants and installers are dedicated to providing an exceptional experience throughout the entire process of creating and installing organizational systems for the whole home. Serving Fairfield, New Haven, Middlesex and New London counties. We are excited to share that our Greenwich showroom is now open. This vibrant space merges creativity and innovation, showcasing a carefully curated environment that emphasizes our latest products and offers an immersive experience for our customers.

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With 20+ years of construction experience in Fairfield County, GxG Builders will make your residential build achievable and comprehendible. From design, to site development, to interior details, GxG Builders will be your building partner throughout your whole construction journey. We strive to build a better future for our community through honesty, commitment, and expertise. Generation by generation.

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Reliable Help for Your Everyday Home Needs and Affordable

All Hands Company™

All Hands Company™ is a locally owned, family-operated service business dedicated to making everyday life easier for homeowners across Monroe, Trumbull, Stratford, and surrounding Fairfield County communities. We specialize in handling the routine tasks and home services that often get pushed aside due to busy schedules, physical limitations, or simply not having the time. Our services include garbage bin concierge, pet waste cleanup, driveway oil changes, hand car washes, garage clean-outs, general handyman services and more. Whether it’s helping a busy family stay on top of weekly chores or supporting seniors and disabled homeowners in maintaining their independence at home, our goal is to provide reliable, convenient, and respectful service you can count on. At All Hands Company™, we believe no task is too small when it makes a big difference in someone’s daily life. We take pride in showing up on time, doing the job right, and giving our customers back something valuable—their time, peace of mind, and a well-maintained home. Visit our website or our social media page on Facebook, Instagram and Nextdoor! Just search- All Hands Company

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Your Newtown neighbor in real estate—here to help you move

Maura Gilson-O'Donnell, REALTOR®

Maura Gilson-O'Donnell is a licensed Connecticut REALTOR® with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties, serving buyers and sellers throughout Fairfield and Litchfield Counties, with a focus on Newtown, Redding, Southbury, Bethel, and Monroe, as well as the Heritage Village community. With deep local market knowledge and a strategic approach to pricing, marketing, and negotiation, Maura helps clients confidently navigate every step of the real estate process. Based in Newtown, Maura works closely with clients throughout these communities to help them find the right home, prepare listings for market, and navigate competitive offers. Looking for information about the local real estate market or buying and selling opportunities? Contact Maura by phone, email, or through her website. Not ready to make a move just yet? Download Maura’s Contact Card to connect when real estate questions arise. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties 107 Churchill Road, Suite GL Sandy Hook CT, 06482 Office: 203-426-8426 Cell: 203-887-1692 mauraodonnell@bhhsne.com https://mauraodonnell.bhhsneproperties.com

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Cooking up Self Care; Empowerment on a Plate

Cool Cookster, LLC

Functional Nutrition Counseling and Cooking Instruction. Functional nutrition addresses gaps often left in the traditional healthcare system by looking deeply at a person’s health history, symptoms, environment and lifestyle. This comprehensive approach helps uncover why the body is reacting the way it is and how targeted nutrition can support its natural processes.  Personalized guidance and practical cooking skills will help make sustainable changes.

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Dependable Heat & Reliable HVAC Service with Rural Fuels

Rural Fuels

Rural Fuels has been serving Connecticut families and businesses for over 75 years, delivering dependable home heating solutions with a personal, neighborly touch. We provide propane and Bioheat® home heating oil with flexible pricing plans so you’re never left in the cold. Our licensed technicians also install, maintain, and repair heating and cooling systems, including furnaces, boilers, heat pumps, and air conditioners. We offer a range of aboveground and underground tank solutions for homes and businesses and can perform oil to propane fuel conversions. Customers rely on Rural Fuels for transparent pricing, prompt service, and reliable equipment support. We combine decades of experience with a local, community-focused approach, ensuring your home stays comfortable year-round. Proudly serving Connecticut, we are your trusted partner for fuel delivery, heating, air conditioning, and HVAC solutions.

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Quality Childcare & Preschool for children 6 wks to 6 years

Honey Tree Preschool and Childcare

Offering a cozy, loving environment for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years, Honey Tree is committed to creating lasting memories and fostering a lifelong love of learning through meaningful relationships. “Relationships are the foundation for a love of learning and a lifetime of friendships,” says [Name], Owner/Director of Honey Tree Preschool and Childcare. “Our dedicated team prioritizes respect, caring, growth, enthusiasm, and support in every decision we make. By focusing on these values, we ensure a nurturing environment where children feel safe and inspired to learn.” Open year-round from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Honey Tree provides exceptional services that accommodate busy parents’ schedules. Each classroom is equipped with Watch Me Grow HD cameras, giving parents real-time access to observe their child’s activities throughout the day. Honey Tree also utilizes electronic daily reports, complete with pictures and videos, and two-way communication via the Procare App, enabling consistent engagement and updates for families. Recognized locally for its excellence, Honey Tree was voted Best Preschool in 2020 and is currently in the process of earning NAEYC accreditation to further uphold the highest standards in early childhood education. Committed to making childcare as accessible and convenient as possible, Honey Tree offers an easy autopay system for tuition and is currently extending a special $1000 tuition credit to new full-time families after one month of on-time payment. With an open floor plan designed to encourage interaction and exploration, parents can be confident that their child is in a secure, enriching environment that promotes growth and development. Beyond the classroom, Honey Tree fosters connections through special programs like a community-wide book club for parents and an intergenerational partnership with Spring Meadows, where preschool and pre-K children visit “grandmas and grandpas” monthly to build cherished memories. Call Today!

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By <a href="https://patch.com/users/rich.scinto" target="_blank" rel="noopener">RICH SCINTO (Patch Staff)</a>We all know it's going to be very, very cold this weekend. You've been hearing about it for days. A Wind Chill Watch is in effect for Saturday afternoon into Sunday morning.<ul><li><a href="https://link.patch.com/join/3-0-subscribe?list=US_CT_MONROE_91" target="_blank" rel="noopener">To sign up for school closings, weather and breaking news alerts for Monroe, click here.</a></li><li><a href="https://patch.com/connecticut/bethel/todays-weather-forecast" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here for your local, extended forecast.</a></li></ul>Here is your Hour-by-Hour look at temperatures this weekend:Saturday<ul><li>Midnight, tonight: 17</li><li>8 a.m. : 11</li><li>12 p.m.: 13</li><li>5 p.m.: 6</li><li>8 p.m.: 4</li></ul>Sunday<ul><li>12 midnight: -2</li><li>5 a.m. Sunday: -8</li><li>8 a.m. Sunday: -7</li><li>12 noon: 7</li></ul>

By <a href="https://patch.com/users/rich.scinto" target="_blank" rel="noopener">RICH SCINTO (Patch Staff)</a>We all know it’s going to be very, very cold this weekend. You’ve been hearing about it for days. A Wind Chill Watch is in effect for Saturday afternoon into Sunday morning.<ul><li><a href="https://link.patch.com/join/3-0-subscribe?list=US_CT_MONROE_91" target="_blank" rel="noopener">To sign up for school closings, weather and breaking news alerts for Monroe, click here.</a></li><li><a href="https://patch.com/connecticut/bethel/todays-weather-forecast" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here for your local, extended forecast.</a></li></ul>Here is your Hour-by-Hour look at temperatures this weekend:Saturday<ul><li>Midnight, tonight: 17</li><li>8 a.m. : 11</li><li>12 p.m.: 13</li><li>5 p.m.: 6</li><li>8 p.m.: 4</li></ul>Sunday<ul><li>12 midnight: -2</li><li>5 a.m. Sunday: -8</li><li>8 a.m. Sunday: -7</li><li>12 noon: 7</li></ul>

We'll let you know how cold the temps will get in Monroe and just how cold the wind chill factor will make it feel.

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Trumbull Library: Main Branch

Join us for a thought-provoking lecture from award-winning historian Michael D. Hattem, exploring how Americans have debated and reinterpreted the meaning of the Revolutionary War for more than 250 years. From the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution to modern political and social movements, the program examines how different generations have reshaped the legacy of the nation’s founding to reflect the issues of their own time. Register Here:&nbsp;<a href="https://trumbull.libcal.com/event/16256454" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">trumbull.libcal.com/event/16256454</a>Michael D. Hattem is an American historian, with interests in early America, the American Revolution, and historical memory. He received his PhD in History at Yale University and has taught at The New School and Knox College. He is the author of&nbsp;The Memory of ’76: The Revolution in American History&nbsp;(Yale University Press, 2024), which was a finalist for the 2025 George Washington Prize, and&nbsp;Past and Prologue: Politics and Memory in the American Revolution&nbsp;(Yale University Press, 2020).
Hattem’s work has been featured or mentioned in&nbsp;The New York Times,&nbsp;TIME&nbsp;magazine,&nbsp;The Smithsonian Magazine,&nbsp;the&nbsp;Washington Post, as well as many other mainstream media publications and outlets. He has served as a historical consultant or contributor for a number of projects and organizations, curated historical exhibitions, appeared in television documentaries, and authenticated and written catalogue essays for historical document auctions. He is currently the Associate Director of the Yale-New Haven Teachers Institute.This event is part of Past, Present, and Pages, a program initiative developed by the Trumbull Library in celebration of America's 250. These programs explore history, literature, music, art, and community stories, highlighting the people, ideas, and events that connect the past to the present. Join us this summer as we explore our town, our country, and the stories that bring our community together.

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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.

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