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Water process Mexican Decaf! Caffeine is removed with nothing but water, making for a smooth, coffee with a nutty and chocolatey body. We can also blend decaf with our other origin coffees to make a half/caf or quarter caf version. |
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Rainy Day Paperback- featured books on antiques & art |
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I also have the seed bank out! Stop in and grab some free seeds I'm open. (11am-6PM Tuesday-Friday, 10-5 Saturday) The last frost date is May 10th for our zone (and about a week later in the northern part of state) so anything that will be started outdoors still has a little bit of time to go!
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LOCAL NEWS The Bethel Senior Center Van- You can make an appointment to have the senior center van drive you to an appoinment in Bethel, Danbury, or Brookfield. Call the Bethel Senior Center for more info and to schedule a free ride! (203) 792-3048 Fishing Season now open at Saugatuck Reservoir- The seasonal program runs through Dec. 31 and allows fishing daily, including holidays, from 6 a.m. until a half-hour after sunset. To fish at the reservoir, anglers must have both a valid Connecticut state fishing license and an Aquarion fishing permit. Season permits cost $30, while one-day permits are available for $10. Seniors, veterans and individuals with disabilities may qualify for free permits. Fishing is only allowed in designated areas, and strict rules are in place because the reservoir is part of the region’s public drinking water supply. Boating, swimming and wading are not permitted, and anglers must fish from the shoreline or designated docks. Permits are available at the town clerk offices in Weston and Redding or online. Consult website for info on getting free youth permits.
OTHER LOCAL EVENTS grand Opening of Giggles and Glitter- friday & Saturday 10AM-4PM- 162 Greenwood Ave. Bethel- Thoughtfully curated children’s clothing, gifts and special little finds you won’t see everywhere. Plus a fun flower pot craft for the kids! Bethel Garden Club Meeting & Tree ID talk- Friday 10-noon- Bennett Park, 14 Shelter Rock Rd. Bethel- 9:30 am social,,10 am meeting, 11:15 am presentation: Tree ID with Felicia Millet from CT Agricultural Experiment Station at Meckauer Park. Current and prospective members welcome, come for all or a portion of the meeting as your schedule allows. Donate Furniture and Household Items to Off the Streets- Saturday 10AM-noon- South Street Self Storage, 39A South Street, Danbury- Donate items to help furnish the homes of people transitioning from homelessness to a home! See their list of items they are currently accepting. Drop in Meckauer Park cleanup- Saturday 9AM-1PM- Meckauer park, 16 Shelter Rock Rd. bethel- Drop in anytime or stay the whole time! Tool provided, but bring gloves, bug spray, and sunscreen. Help pick up trash, remove invasive species, do small repairs, and fill in holes. Local teen volunteers will be manning the Snack Shack if you want to purchase a snack or beverage. Hosted by Friends of Bethel Park & Rec Curiosity Toy Show- Saturday 9AM-3PM-Danbury PAL Building, 35 Hayestown Rd, Danbury- A toy show for those who crave nostalgia! 100+ vendors including Action Force & Four Horseman Studios. regular admission: 10AM-3PM $10 Early bird admission at 9AM- $20 Minks to Sinks Tag Sale- Saturday-Monday- 395 Danbury Road, Wilton (corner of School Road and Route 7 – just look for the BIG white tent).- Minks to Sinks is a long-standing tradition, held twice a year, that brings the community together for a great cause. Whether you’re looking to declutter, shop, or support a meaningful mission, this is the event for you. With hundreds of thousands of items donated each year, this sale is a treasure trove of bargains, offering everything from household goods and clothing to furniture and unique finds. The event wouldn’t be possible without the dedication of nearly 200 volunteers, who ensure everything runs smoothly. Don’t miss out on this epic tag sale – we can’t wait to see you there! All proceeds from the tag sale benefit the Family & Children’s Agency, supporting critical human services that help individuals and families thrive. Saturday 9AM-5PM, Sunday 12-4PM (everything half off), Monday 9-11AM- Fill a bag for $10 Brookfield Town-Wide Tag Sale – Saturday 10AM-2PM- Look for official signs around town for people hosting at their own home. Or stop by Brookfield Town Hall to see booths. Map will be posted on Park & Rec site of all participants. Mark Twain frog Frolic- Saturday 10AM-3PM- Redding Community Center, 37 Lonetown Road- Mark Twain Library’s Frog Frolic Festival is a special day for the whole community, where all ages can come together to enjoy live music, food trucks, play games, craft, and spend time with friends! For nearly 3 decades, The Frolic has been THE event of the spring in Redding, generating necessary funds for our one-of-a-kind library – don’t miss it! Danbury Record Expo- Saturday 10AM-4PM- VFW Post 149, 5 Byron St.-Connecticut’s longest running premiere record show, with top dealers from throughout New England! Twice a year since 1997 Thousands of new and used Records, CDs and music related ephemera. Admission $4 (early bird 8-10 / $10) Cinco de Mayo Festival-Saturday 1-4PM- CityCenter Danbury 1 Ives St- A vibrant celebration of Mexican culture, music, and traditions at this exciting community festival. Experience the rich colors and spirit of Mexico as the Green comes alive with authentic cuisine, local vendors, festive music, and lively entertainment. Bring your family and friends and enjoy an afternoon filled with culture, fun, and community. This family-friendly celebration will feature activities for all ages and is a wonderful opportunity to experience and celebrate the beauty of Mexican heritage right here in downtown Danbury. Delicious Mexican Food - Live Music & Entertainment - Local Vendors- Cultural Celebrations & Fun for the Whole Family. Presented by CityCenter Danbury and the Mexican Cultural Center. The Race for Rosé: Derby Day Sip & Stroll- 3:30-7:30PM- 3 Bethel Restaurants on Greenwood Ave- a curated Sip & Stroll through Bethel featuring welcome pours, thoughtful pairings, and a festive race‑day finale. Guests will move through three stops, each offering an included drink and bite, before gathering for a Derby viewing celebration. Come dressed to impress! Derby fashion is half the fun, and prizes will be awarded for Best Dressed, and Best Fascinator, so bring your boldest hats, sharpest suits, and most stylish Derby attire! Start at Portofino at 3:30-4:40 check‑in and event pin, an included welcome glass of rosé and light bite pairing, photos, mingling, and a preview of the evening. 4:40–5:40 PM — (BIB – Better In Bethel)- h your choice of one included beverage — wine, beer, or soda — paired with a curated bite. This stop offers time to mingle, enjoy the Derby Day energy, and cast your vote for Best Dressed, with the winner announced at the finale. 5:50–7:30 PM — Notch8- A celebratory glass of bubbly and a light bite to close out the Sip & Stroll in true Derby Day style. Enjoy the Derby race on display, unwind with fellow guests, and toast to the day’s festivities. A discounted drinks and food menu will be available for anyone who wants to keep the celebration going. Tickets are $100 Kentucky Derby Party- Saturday 5-8PM- Greenwood Features 269 Greenwood Ave. Bethel- Live music by the Argyle Saxophone Quartet, 50/50 horse racing games, mint juleps, and entertainment on the big screen! Dress to impress, best hat wins two tickets to a premium Greenwood Features event! A portion of the proceeds to benefit the Catherine Violet Hubbard Animal Sanctuary. Space limited, $10 to reserve your spot includes your first drink Cat & Kitten Adoption Event- Sunday 11-1PM- Petco, 169 Federal Rd. Brookfield- Join Wells valley Cat Rescue of New Milford for an adoption event and meet your new furry friend! Mushroom foraging Hike- Sunday 1PM-Franc Preserve, 160 Plumtrees Rd, Bethel- Cohosted by Bethel CT Pride & Bethel Land Trust. Hike with an expert with 10 years of foraging experience and learn to identify native mushroom species! Plus edible plants! Prep suggestions: Wear sturdy shoes! Tick repellant is suggested. Dogs ON LEASH are welcome on the hike. Please only brings dogs that are okay with strangers and other dogs. YOU WILL BE ASKED TO SIGN A LIABILITY RELEASE WHEN YOU ARRIVE. While you will be being guided by an expert, if you choose to take things home and eat them, the risk is yours. Topstone Storytime for ages birth-5- Tuesday 10:30-11AM- Topstone Pond, Topstone Park, 72 Topstone Rd. Redding- Co-sponsored by the Redding Department of Parks & Recreation and Mark Twain Library. Let’s enjoy the outdoors together! We’ll gather at Topstone beach for an outdoor Family Story Time with books, songs, and flannel board stories. Please bring your own beach chairs/ beach blankets. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. You will receive an email if the event must be canceled due to weather. Game Night for Adults- Tuesday 6-7:30PM Morse Room (upstairs), Bethel Library- Board games, card games, party games, and more! We have games for all types of players! Meet new people or bring your own group for a night full of fun! Register. Spring Migration: Birding with Joe Bear- Wednesday 7:30-9:30AM- New Pond Farm Education Center, 100 Marchant Rd. Redding- Catch the spring migration by joining expert birder and environmentalist Joe Bear on a leisurely 2-hour walk through our diverse habitats. We will search in open fields, woodlands, and wetlands - seeking those on their way back to their summer breeding grounds. Free, but space is limited and registration is required. Danbury Chow-Down-Wednesday 11:30AM-1:30PM- Main Street Danbury, by Bardo Garage (cross street: Library Place) Seasonal lunchtime event. Enjoy delicious bites from local food trucks, live music, and a lively outdoor atmosphere in the heart of downtown Danbury. Whether you're grabbing lunch with coworkers, meeting friends, or just looking to enjoy some sunshine and great food, Danbury Chow-Down is the perfect midweek break! Every Wednesday | May 6 – June 24 Have a Heart for Kids in Crisis fundraiser- Thursday 6:30-10:30PM- Silver Spring Country Club, 55 Country Club Rd, Ridgefield-Join a fun and lively annual community celebration that directly supports Ridgefield students! Attend a cocktail party and dinner to support the Ridgefield schools TeenTalk program. Every dollar raised at Have A Heart benefits Ridgefield school’s TeenTalk program, providing 24/7 access to compassionate support for middle and high school students. Through confidential, on-campus counseling at East Ridge and Scotts Ridge Middle Schools and Ridgefield High School, TeenTalk offers a safe place for students to be heard, build resilience, and strengthen their well-being, whenever they need it most. Last year, 1,234 Ridgefield students received support through TeenTalk counseling, groups, and presentations. Tickets are $250. Bethel Pride Open Mic Thursday -7-9PM- Molten Java- 213 Greenwood Ave. - All Ages Open Mic. LGBTQ friendly! Cohosted by Bethel Pride. Come play music, recite poetry, tell a story, or show off another talent. Six minutes to show off your skills! May book club: Cemetery Boys- Yadriel has summoned a ghost, and now he can't get rid of him. When his traditional Latinx family has problems accepting his true gender, Yadriel becomes determined to prove himself a real brujo. With the help of his cousin and best friend Maritza, he performs the ritual himself, and then sets out to find the ghost of his murdered cousin and set it free. However, the ghost he summons is actually Julian Diaz, the school's resident bad boy, and Julian is not about to go quietly into death. He's determined to find out what happened and tie off some loose ends before he leaves. Left with no choice, Yadriel agrees to help Julian, so that they can both get what they want. But the longer Yadriel spends with Julian, the less he wants to let him leave. Get it in the store or get the audio through libro.fm. Or get the ebook through Bookshop.org The sequel, Espiritu, will be coming out Sept. 8th. You can preorder it through Bookshop.org Join Bethel Town Historian, Patrick Wild, on May 9th for a tour of the Old Burying Ground. Meet outside the First Congregational Church, 46 Main Street in Bethel. The tour begins at 1PM. Reservations are required and limited to 25, so please reserve early by calling Pat Rist at 203 743-5893. Bethel Farmer’s Market Opening Day- May 15th Sign up for Poetry & Storytelling Writing Workshop- May 19th- with Bethel & Southbury’s Poets Laureate
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Duffy is a sweet senior Pekingese mix. He has an underbite, but has received recent dental care to make sure his teeth are all good! He gets along okay with other dogs, but can be possessive of His Person so may need a longer introduction with another dog to make sure he shares you. Despite being a senior, he'd like several short walks per day in between snuggle times. He's housetrained, neutered, and up to date on his vet care. Adopt him from TLC Sweet Souls Rescue. |
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