The Parks &amp; Recreation Commission Meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m. on the 1st Wednesday of every month.

New Haven County

Jay Kenney

Hartford Metropolitan Area

Oxford

Connecticut

Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting

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RJ Scofield

Naugatuck

Hayleigh Evans

Southbury

Bethwood

Fairfield County

Shelton-Derby

Monroe

Newtown

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Vincent Salzo

Hamden

Orange

Trumbull

Southern Connecticut

On May 6-7th, help us show off the generosity of the Greater New Haven Community and donate to APK through The Great Give! Every gift will help us further our work to provide emergency basic needs assistance to Veterans and military families across Southern Connecticut. Learn more and get ready to give at <a target="_blank" href="https://thegreatgive.org/organizations/APK-Charities" rel="nofollow noopener">TheGreatGive.org/organizations/APK-Charities</a>

Local Event: Remember Our Connecticut Fallen Heroes & Veterans in May & Support APK through The Great Give!

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Remember Our Connecticut Fallen Heroes &...

On May 6-7th, help us show off the generosity of the Greater New Haven Community and donate to APK through The Great Give!...

Remember Our Connecticut Fallen Heroes & Veterans in May & Support APK through The Great Give!

Pomperaug Elementary School

​​​Southbury, CT — Residents of Southbury and surrounding communities are invited to attend the Southbury Green Expo 2026, a free, family-friendly event focused on sustainability, community engagement, and practical solutions for greener living.
Event Details: 
Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026 (rain or shine) 
Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM 
Location: Pomperaug Elementary School, 607 Main Street South, Southbury, CT 06488
The Expo will bring together local businesses, organizations, and artisans dedicated to building a more sustainable future. Designed for both beginners and those already embracing eco-conscious lifestyles, the event offers accessible ideas, valuable resources, and inspiration for making everyday life more sustainable.
Event Highlights Include:
●Recycling Drive: Attendees can responsibly dispose of hard-to-recycle items such as batteries, electronics, clothing, plastic bags and film, corks, ink cartridges, and eyeglasses—helping to keep waste out of landfills.
●Local Vendors &amp; Exhibitors: Explore eco-friendly products and services ranging from energy efficiency solutions to sustainable goods and upcycled creations.
●Artisans: Support local makers offering unique, handmade items crafted with sustainability in mind.
●Student Sustainability Contest: Celebrate the creativity and environmental leadership of local students, whose projects are inspired by the “Seven Rs” of sustainability, in order of priority: Reduce, Refuse, Reuse, Rethink, Repair, Repurpose, and Recycle.
●Educational Opportunities: Learn practical ways to reduce waste, conserve energy, and make environmentally conscious choices at home and in the community.
●Family-Friendly Activities: Enjoy interactive exhibits and hands-on experiences designed for all ages.
●Door Prizes &amp; Giveaways: Attendees will have the chance to win a variety of eco-friendly door prizes donated by participating vendors and community partners.
The Southbury Green Expo provides an opportunity to reduce waste and recycle responsibly, save energy and lower household costs, support local businesses and artisans, connect with neighbors and community organizations, and take meaningful steps toward a more sustainable future!
Admission is free and open to the public.
For more information, visit <a href="https://www.sustainablesouthbury.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.sustainablesouthbury.org/green-expo-2026" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.sustainablesouthbury.org/green-expo-2026" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">sustainablesouthbury.org/green-expo-2026</a>

Local Event: Southbury Green Expo 2026 Invites Community to Explore Sustainable Living

Southbury Green Expo 2026 Invites Community to...

​​​Southbury, CT — Residents of Southbury and surrounding communities are invited to attend the Southbury Green Expo 2026, a...

Southbury Green Expo 2026 Invites Community to Explore Sustainable Living

Twisted Vine Restaurant

Celebrate Mother's Day at the Twisted Vine Restaurant in Derby!
Brunch Buffet Seating's starting at 11:00 AM in the Main Dining Room, Adults $44.95, Children 10 &amp; under $19.95 &amp; Children 5 &amp; under are FREE!
Buffet Menu: Garden Salad, Penne alla Vodka, Chicken Francaise, Roast Beef w/Gravy, Scrambled Eggs, Home Fries, Belgian Waffles, Bacon, Breakfast Sausage, Fresh Fruit Bowl &amp; More!
Mother's Day Dinner Seating's available in our Main Dining Room and our Downstairs Dining Room starting at Noon. Regular menu Plus Dinner Specials!
Make your Reservations Early, Call 203-734-2462!

Local Event: Celebrate Mother's Day at The Twisted Vine Restaurant

Celebrate Mother's Day at The Twisted Vine...

Celebrate Mother's Day at the Twisted Vine Restaurant in Derby!
Brunch Buffet Seating's starting at 11:00 AM in the Main Dining...

Celebrate Mother's Day at The Twisted Vine Restaurant

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