Bethel Community Calendar

 Trailer Box Project presents "Acts of Beauty" featuring Artists Katie Bassett and Nicole Bricker. Artist talk March 15th, the show closes April 19, 2025

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Free and open to the Public Monday - Friday 11:00AM - 5:00PM or by appointment.

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 The Annual Gardening Series, sponsored by the Bethel Garden Club, concludes tonight!

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Gain an understanding of why watersheds are key to protecting the environment; and learn about the simple, affordable, low-impact-development actions that homeowners can take to protect our water supply. If we each do our own small part, our actions can make a big difference in keeping watersheds healthy and providing a good habitat for wildlife.

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Presenter Cynthia Rabinowitz has been a practicing soil and wetland scientist for 44 years and is a Certified Permaculture Design Consultant. She served as County Agriculture and Community Resource Development Agent for UCONN’s Cooperative Extension System; owned and operated a commercial greenhouse; taught in graduate programs at SCSU and University of New Haven; and guest-lectured at The Graduate Institute. After working as Executive Director and Soil/Wetland Scientist for the Northwest Conservation District (NWCD), she now focuses on inland wetlands, watershed health, and climate resiliency for NWCD.

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Register Now!

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Come play music, recite poetry, tell a story, or show off another talent!

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Keep in mind this is an all ages event in a public venue. We trust you to make good choices about appropriate material.

​

This is an LGBTQIA+ inclusive and welcoming event series. No cover fee but minimum one drink purchased required (show Molten some love, y’all!)

​

Performance slots are assigned on a first come, first served basis IN PERSON. No times will be held or assigned before the event starts. Get there early to grab your spot!

​

 Trailer Box Project presents "Acts of Beauty" featuring Artists Katie Bassett and Nicole Bricker. Artist talk March 15th, the show closes April 19, 2025

​

Free and open to the Public Monday - Friday 11:00AM - 5:00PM or by appointment.

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Eating healthy doesn't have to break the bank! Join us for an engaging presentation on how to eat that is both good for your health and for your wallet. Learn how to shop smart and get the most bang for your buck in each food group. Get tips for planning affordable meals and snacks and leave with strategies to make nutritious and budget-friendly choices. Don't miss out-your health and your wallet will thank you!

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Carmen Weber, RVNAhealth Registered Dietitian, has nearly 25 years of experience, and holds degrees in Communication and Dietetics. She started her career in healthcare advertising before shifting to community nutrition, working with places such as the Food Bank for New York City, WIC programs, and elderly nutrition services in Fairfield County. She specializes in empowering individuals to connect food and health through one-on-one counseling, nutrition education, and cooking classes.

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Register Now!

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Come play games with us! With the PS5, XBox Series X, Switch and Board Games, the fun is endless! Come with your friends and make new ones!

​

This program is intended for teens in grades 6-12.

​

Click here to register

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Join us on the first and third Mondays of every month for a new release/popular movie.

​

Check out other library events.

​

Gain the skills and confidence to effectively express yourself in any situation. Whether you are a mature manager, student, young professional, career advancer or looking to make an impact in your community, Toastmasters is the most efficient, supportive, enjoyable and affordable way of gaining great communication skills. 

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• Be more persuasive and confident when giving speeches
• Practice to become a leader and an eloquent speaker
• Grow into a better negotiator and sharpen your management skills
• Gain trust and inspire teams

​

​

Toastmasters members report getting promoted because of their ability to build a convincing argument, landing better job opportunities while networking because of polished impromptu speaking skills, impressing a hiring manager during an interview and expressing their thoughts when speaking in public at formal or informal functions.

​

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How Toastmasters Works: 

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Members learn by speaking to groups and working with others in a supportive environment. The Bethel Toastmasters club is made of 10-20 people who meet on the first and third Monday of each month for up to two hours. Each meeting gives members and guests several opportunities:

​

• Guests and members present one- to two-minute, impromptu speeches about assigned topics.
• Members learn how to plan and conduct meetings.
• Members present speeches based on projects from the Pathways learning experience—Toastmasters' education program. Projects cover topics such as speech organization, vocal variety, language, gestures and persuasion.
• Every speaker is assigned an evaluator who points out speech strengths and offers suggestions for improvement.
• New members are offered the opportunity to work with a mentor

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Are you ready to grow your potential?  

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Meeting Location: Bethel Public Library, 189 Greenwood Avenue, Bethel, CT 06801

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Meeting Time: 6:15 pm ET

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Get in touch with us if you have any questions: 

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• Phone: 475-529-0242 
• Email: [](http://gmail.com)[betheltoastmasters@gmail.com](mailto:betheltoastmasters@gmail.com) 
• Facebook: [](https://www.facebook.com/betheltoastmasters)[https://www.facebook.com/](https://www.facebook.com)[betheltoastmasters/](https://www.facebook.com/betheltoastmasters/)
• LinkedIn: [](https://www.linkedin.com/company/bethel-toastmasters)[https://www.linkedin.com/](https://www.linkedin.com)[company/bethel-toastmasters](https://www.linkedin.com/company/bethel-toastmasters) 

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Join Toastmasters. Where leaders are made.

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Join us for a knit and crochet get together. Work on your own project or help us make items for local charities. If you know how to knit and/or crochet but are stuck on a project or technique, or if you are just looking for someone to craft with, this is the group for you. This program is for adults.

​

Check out other library programs!

​

 Trailer Box Project presents "Acts of Beauty" featuring Artists Katie Bassett and Nicole Bricker. Artist talk March 15th, the show closes April 19, 2025

​

Free and open to the Public Monday - Friday 11:00AM - 5:00PM or by appointment.

​

Kids in 3rd through 5th grade can come and play games, bring your friends and make new ones too!

​

Check out other library programs!

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Teens in 6th-12th grade can join Bethel Public Library and Mr. Matt to create a delicious new dish once a month! Join us to learn how to make your own pesto and delicious paninis!

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**Allergen warning: Nuts and seeds

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Click here to register

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 Trailer Box Project presents "Acts of Beauty" featuring Artists Katie Bassett and Nicole Bricker. Artist talk March 15th, the show closes April 19, 2025

​

Free and open to the Public Monday - Friday 11:00AM - 5:00PM or by appointment.

​

If you are struggling with stress, an over-active mind and want to find a new perspective on how mindfulness and meditation can help in navigating the challenges of your everyday life, then join Prabha Makayee as she guides you through the steps of meditation. See what you can accomplish by taking responsibility over what kinds of thoughts you think. With just one second, one breath and one thought of changing your perspective you can realign your well-being to a more peaceful, happy mindset.

​

Check out other library programs!

​

Attention young innovators! Get ready to unleash your creativity and curiosity in our action-packed S.T.E.A.M. program. Through hands-on activities blending science, technology, engineering, arts, and math, children will embark on thrilling experiments and projects that foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills. This program is intended for children in grades 3rd-5th.

​

Check out other library programs!

​

Whether you're a seasoned grandmaster or a beginner eager to learn, this event offers an opportunity to test your strategic prowess. Engage in friendly matches, improve your chess skills, and enjoy intellectual challenges in a welcoming and inclusive environment!

​

Check out other library events!

​

 Trailer Box Project presents "Acts of Beauty" featuring Artists Katie Bassett and Nicole Bricker. Artist talk March 15th, the show closes April 19, 2025

​

Free and open to the Public Monday - Friday 11:00AM - 5:00PM or by appointment.

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Families often overpay for college, take on too much debt, and hurt their savings and retirement plans because they tumbled unprepared into the late-stage college funding pressure cooker. The solution to this problem is to develop your college funding strategy now by getting an EFC (expected family contribution) analysis to find the right school with the lowest tuition, while protecting your retirement plans.

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Attend this event to discover the 4 Keys to Cutting College Costs:

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• Key #1: Parents must lead the college selection process, because you have the most to lose
• Key #2: Higher education is actually a buyer's market, so be an informed buyer
• Key #3: Gather the PEGS (price, expected family contribution, graduation rate, and starting salary) to identify the best deal and best price
• Key #4: Understand how financial aid works to produce the lowest college cost possible

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Our Presenter, John Moran, holds an MBA in Financial Management from Iona University and is a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) from the College for Financial Planning. With experience in retirement planning, John works both in person and remotely to help families navigate the complexities of funding higher education without diminishing their retirement.

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Click here to register

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Come play music, recite poetry, tell a story, or show off another talent!

​

Keep in mind this is an all ages event in a public venue. We trust you to make good choices about appropriate material.

​

This is an LGBTQIA+ inclusive and welcoming event series. No cover fee but minimum one drink purchased required (show Molten some love, y’all!)

​

Performance slots are assigned on a first come, first served basis IN PERSON. No times will be held or assigned before the event starts. Get there early to grab your spot!

​

 Trailer Box Project presents "Acts of Beauty" featuring Artists Katie Bassett and Nicole Bricker. Artist talk March 15th, the show closes April 19, 2025

​

Free and open to the Public Monday - Friday 11:00AM - 5:00PM or by appointment.

​

Come play games with us! With the PS5, XBox Series X, Switch and Board Games, the fun is endless! Come with your friends and make new ones!

​

This program is intended for teens in grades 6-12.

​

Click here to register

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Bring a plant to swap or take some home! You don't have to bring plants to take some home and you can bring plants without taking.

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Got leftover seed packets? drop them off too!

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+ Event is typically outdoors from May for October, weather permitting! Indoors from November to April.

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You can bring outdoor perenials from May to October but the rest of the time it is indoor plants only!

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Join us for a Comic Book Workshop event with professional comic book artist Jack Purcell!

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This program is for teens in grades 6-12.

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Click here to register

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Join us for an exciting adventure! Recover the stolen treasure, make your own pirate flag, play games with your shipmates, and dress like a pirate! 

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This program is for kids in grades 1-5.

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Click here to register

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 Trailer Box Project presents "Acts of Beauty" featuring Artists Katie Bassett and Nicole Bricker. Artist talk March 15th, the show closes April 19, 2025

​

Free and open to the Public Monday - Friday 11:00AM - 5:00PM or by appointment.

​

Join us for a knit and crochet get together. Work on your own project or help us make items for local charities. If you know how to knit and/or crochet but are stuck on a project or technique, or if you are just looking for someone to craft with, this is the group for you. This program is for adults.

​

Check out other library programs!

​

Kids in 3rd through 5th grade can come and play games, bring your friends and make new ones too!

​

Check out other library programs!

​

 Trailer Box Project presents "Acts of Beauty" featuring Artists Katie Bassett and Nicole Bricker. Artist talk March 15th, the show closes April 19, 2025

​

Free and open to the Public Monday - Friday 11:00AM - 5:00PM or by appointment.

​

If you are struggling with stress, an over-active mind and want to find a new perspective on how mindfulness and meditation can help in navigating the challenges of your everyday life, then join Prabha Makayee as she guides you through the steps of meditation. See what you can accomplish by taking responsibility over what kinds of thoughts you think. With just one second, one breath and one thought of changing your perspective you can realign your well-being to a more peaceful, happy mindset.

​

Check out other library programs!

​

Attention young innovators! Get ready to unleash your creativity and curiosity in our action-packed S.T.E.A.M. program. Through hands-on activities blending science, technology, engineering, arts, and math, children will embark on thrilling experiments and projects that foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills. This program is intended for children in grades 3rd-5th.

​

Check out other library programs!

​

Whether you're a seasoned grandmaster or a beginner eager to learn, this event offers an opportunity to test your strategic prowess. Engage in friendly matches, improve your chess skills, and enjoy intellectual challenges in a welcoming and inclusive environment!

​

Check out other library events!

​

 Trailer Box Project presents "Acts of Beauty" featuring Artists Katie Bassett and Nicole Bricker. Artist talk March 15th, the show closes April 19, 2025

​

Free and open to the Public Monday - Friday 11:00AM - 5:00PM or by appointment.

​

Come play music, recite poetry, tell a story, or show off another talent!

​

Keep in mind this is an all ages event in a public venue. We trust you to make good choices about appropriate material.

​

This is an LGBTQIA+ inclusive and welcoming event series. No cover fee but minimum one drink purchased required (show Molten some love, y’all!)

​

Performance slots are assigned on a first come, first served basis IN PERSON. No times will be held or assigned before the event starts. Get there early to grab your spot!

​

 Trailer Box Project presents "Acts of Beauty" featuring Artists Katie Bassett and Nicole Bricker. Artist talk March 15th, the show closes April 19, 2025

​

Free and open to the Public Monday - Friday 11:00AM - 5:00PM or by appointment.

​

Come play games with us! With the PS5, XBox Series X, Switch and Board Games, the fun is endless! Come with your friends and make new ones!

​

This program is intended for teens in grades 6-12.

​

Click here to register

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Come discuss a book on the 3rd Saturday of each month. We alternate between fiction and nonfiction books. There will be a catch up session at end of the year to review everything from the year!

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January: Queer Privacy

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Feb: A Lady for a Duke- ALexis Hall

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March: Queer Palestine and the Empire of Critique

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May: Body Horror: Capitalism, Fear, Misogyny, Jokes

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June: Man O'War by Cory McCarthy

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July: Black on Both Sides: A Racial History of Trans Identity

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August: Hell Followed With Us by Andrew Joseph White

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Join us on the first and third Mondays of every month for a new release/popular movie!

​

Check out other library events

​

Gain the skills and confidence to effectively express yourself in any situation. Whether you are a mature manager, student, young professional, career advancer or looking to make an impact in your community, Toastmasters is the most efficient, supportive, enjoyable and affordable way of gaining great communication skills. 

​

• Be more persuasive and confident when giving speeches
• Practice to become a leader and an eloquent speaker
• Grow into a better negotiator and sharpen your management skills
• Gain trust and inspire teams

​

​

Toastmasters members report getting promoted because of their ability to build a convincing argument, landing better job opportunities while networking because of polished impromptu speaking skills, impressing a hiring manager during an interview and expressing their thoughts when speaking in public at formal or informal functions.

​

​

How Toastmasters Works: 

​

Members learn by speaking to groups and working with others in a supportive environment. The Bethel Toastmasters club is made of 10-20 people who meet on the first and third Monday of each month for up to two hours. Each meeting gives members and guests several opportunities:

​

• Guests and members present one- to two-minute, impromptu speeches about assigned topics.
• Members learn how to plan and conduct meetings.
• Members present speeches based on projects from the Pathways learning experience—Toastmasters' education program. Projects cover topics such as speech organization, vocal variety, language, gestures and persuasion.
• Every speaker is assigned an evaluator who points out speech strengths and offers suggestions for improvement.
• New members are offered the opportunity to work with a mentor

​

​

Are you ready to grow your potential?  

​

​

Meeting Location: Bethel Public Library, 189 Greenwood Avenue, Bethel, CT 06801

​

Meeting Time: 6:15 pm ET

​

​

Get in touch with us if you have any questions: 

​

• Phone: 475-529-0242 
• Email: [](http://gmail.com)[betheltoastmasters@gmail.com](mailto:betheltoastmasters@gmail.com) 
• Facebook: [](https://www.facebook.com/betheltoastmasters)[https://www.facebook.com/](https://www.facebook.com)[betheltoastmasters/](https://www.facebook.com/betheltoastmasters/)
• LinkedIn: [](https://www.linkedin.com/company/bethel-toastmasters)[https://www.linkedin.com/](https://www.linkedin.com)[company/bethel-toastmasters](https://www.linkedin.com/company/bethel-toastmasters) 

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Join Toastmasters. Where leaders are made.

​

This month's selection is Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck. They are an unlikely pair: George is "small and quick and dark of face"; Lennie, a man of tremendous size, has the mind of a young child. Yet they have formed a "family," clinging together in the face of loneliness and alienation. Laborers in California's dusty vegetable fields, they hustle work when they can, living a hand-to-mouth existence. But George and Lennie have a plan: to own an acre of land and a shack they can call their own.

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A unique perspective on life's hardships, this story has achieved the status of timeless classic due to its remarkable success as a novel, a Broadway play, and three acclaimed films.

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Click here to register

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Join us for a knit and crochet get together. Work on your own project or help us make items for local charities. If you know how to knit and/or crochet but are stuck on a project or technique, or if you are just looking for someone to craft with, this is the group for you. This program is for adults.

​

Check out other library programs!

​

Kids in 3rd through 5th grade can come and play games, bring your friends and make new ones too!

​

Check out other library programs!

​

If you are struggling with stress, an over-active mind and want to find a new perspective on how mindfulness and meditation can help in navigating the challenges of your everyday life, then join Prabha Makayee as she guides you through the steps of meditation. See what you can accomplish by taking responsibility over what kinds of thoughts you think. With just one second, one breath and one thought of changing your perspective you can realign your well-being to a more peaceful, happy mindset.

​

Check out other library programs!

​

Attention young innovators! Get ready to unleash your creativity and curiosity in our action-packed S.T.E.A.M. program. Through hands-on activities blending science, technology, engineering, arts, and math, children will embark on thrilling experiments and projects that foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills. This program is intended for children in grades 3rd-5th.

​

Check out other library programs!

​

Whether you're a seasoned grandmaster or a beginner eager to learn, this event offers an opportunity to test your strategic prowess. Engage in friendly matches, improve your chess skills, and enjoy intellectual challenges in a welcoming and inclusive environment!

​

Check out other library events!

​

Come play music, recite poetry, tell a story, or show off another talent!

​

Keep in mind this is an all ages event in a public venue. We trust you to make good choices about appropriate material.

​

This is an LGBTQIA+ inclusive and welcoming event series. No cover fee but minimum one drink purchased required (show Molten some love, y’all!)

​

Performance slots are assigned on a first come, first served basis IN PERSON. No times will be held or assigned before the event starts. Get there early to grab your spot!

​

The Northwest Conservation District Earth Day Plant Sale has a variety of native and beneficial plant species available for sale as a pre order starting March 6th and ending April 16th. Pick up will be on the days of sale (April 25, 26, 27) at the Goshen Fairgrounds. We also have many plants available on the day of sale! Looking forward to seeing you at the event. Shop online at

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https://nwcd.org/shop/

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Come play games with us! With the PS5, XBox Series X, Switch and Board Games, the fun is endless! Come with your friends and make new ones!

​

This program is intended for teens in grades 6-12.

​

Click here to register

​

The Northwest Conservation District Earth Day Plant Sale has a variety of native and beneficial plant species available for sale as a pre order starting March 6th and ending April 16th. Pick up will be on the days of sale (April 25, 26, 27) at the Goshen Fairgrounds. We also have many plants available on the day of sale! Looking forward to seeing you at the event. Shop online at

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https://nwcd.org/shop/

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Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/share/GUtwEYKddQwT6LPn/

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Come on out to this year's Bethel Community Earth Day celebration on Saturday, April 26th as we celebrate Earth Day by coming together to build and support a healthy environment.

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There are two parts to this year's event:

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𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗼𝘇𝗮

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Check in on the lawn at the Municipal Center at 10am to get your cleanup route, trash bags, and other supplies.

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Use this link to see available cleanup routes: https://docs.google.com/.../1QbSs0idQnRfKVxX8HiAs.../edit...

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Email kmtroy2019@gmail.com to pre-register or come the morning of to sign up for a route.

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There will be a rain date of Sunday, April 27th.

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𝗘𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗿

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This will be on the lawn at the Municipal Center from 11am to 2pm.

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There will be local vendors, non-profit organizations, community groups, artists, and others who are dedicated to environmental awareness and preserving our planet. Throughout the day there will be live music performed by local musicians and groups, a kid’s activity station, and other fun games. Bethel Community Earth Day will be a day for fun, learning, growth, and community-building for people of all ages.

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In case of inclement weather, this event will move inside the Municipal Center.

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If your organization would like to be involved in any way, fill out the following form: https://forms.gle/4JcwbXa1VDZwsLaQ9

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**Please park in the municipal lot or at the library, the private lots are not open for public parking.**

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Sponsored by the Bethel Parks & Recreation Department, the Bethel Land Trust, and the Sustainable Bethel Commission. 

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On Saturday, April 26, 2025 - join us as we celebrate Earth Day by coming together to build and maintain a healthy environment for all.

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There are two parts to this year's event: Trashapalooza and the Earth Day Fair.

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𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗼𝘇𝗮

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Check-in on the lawn at the Municipal Center at 10 am to get your cleanup route, trash bags, and other supplies.

​

Use this link to see available cleanup routes: https://docs.google.com/.../1QbSs0idQnRfKVxX8HiAs.../edit...

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Email kmtroy2019@gmail.com to pre-register or come the morning off to sign up for a route. Trashapalooza rain date is Sunday, April 27th, 2025.

​

𝗘𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗿

​

This will be on the lawn at the Municipal Center from 11 am to 2 pm.

​

There will be local vendors, non-profit organizations, community groups, artists, and others who are dedicated to environmental awareness and preserving our planet. Throughout the day there will be live music performed by local musicians and groups, a kid’s activity station, and other fun games. Earth Day Fair is rain or shine.

​

Bethel Community Earth Day will be a day for fun, learning, growth, volunteering, and community-building for people of all ages.

​

The Northwest Conservation District Earth Day Plant Sale has a variety of native and beneficial plant species available for sale as a pre order starting March 6th and ending April 16th. Pick up will be on the days of sale (April 25, 26, 27) at the Goshen Fairgrounds. We also have many plants available on the day of sale! Looking forward to seeing you at the event. Shop online at

​

https://nwcd.org/shop/

​

Join us for a knit and crochet get together. Work on your own project or help us make items for local charities. If you know how to knit and/or crochet but are stuck on a project or technique, or if you are just looking for someone to craft with, this is the group for you. This program is for adults.

​

Check out other library programs!

​

Kids in 3rd through 5th grade can come and play games, bring your friends and make new ones too!

​

Check out other library programs!

​

If you are struggling with stress, an over-active mind and want to find a new perspective on how mindfulness and meditation can help in navigating the challenges of your everyday life, then join Prabha Makayee as she guides you through the steps of meditation. See what you can accomplish by taking responsibility over what kinds of thoughts you think. With just one second, one breath and one thought of changing your perspective you can realign your well-being to a more peaceful, happy mindset.

​

Check out other library programs!

​

Attention young innovators! Get ready to unleash your creativity and curiosity in our action-packed S.T.E.A.M. program. Through hands-on activities blending science, technology, engineering, arts, and math, children will embark on thrilling experiments and projects that foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills. This program is intended for children in grades 3rd-5th.

​

Check out other library programs!

​

Whether you're a seasoned grandmaster or a beginner eager to learn, this event offers an opportunity to test your strategic prowess. Engage in friendly matches, improve your chess skills, and enjoy intellectual challenges in a welcoming and inclusive environment!

​

Check out other library events!

​

Come play music, recite poetry, tell a story, or show off another talent!

​

Keep in mind this is an all ages event in a public venue. We trust you to make good choices about appropriate material.

​

This is an LGBTQIA+ inclusive and welcoming event series. No cover fee but minimum one drink purchased required (show Molten some love, y’all!)

​

Performance slots are assigned on a first come, first served basis IN PERSON. No times will be held or assigned before the event starts. Get there early to grab your spot!

​

Come play games with us! With the PS5, XBox Series X, Switch and Board Games, the fun is endless! Come with your friends and make new ones!

​

This program is intended for teens in grades 6-12.

​

Click here to register

​

Join us on the first and third Mondays of every month for a new release/popular movie.

​

Check out other library events.

​

Gain the skills and confidence to effectively express yourself in any situation. Whether you are a mature manager, student, young professional, career advancer or looking to make an impact in your community, Toastmasters is the most efficient, supportive, enjoyable and affordable way of gaining great communication skills. 

​

• Be more persuasive and confident when giving speeches
• Practice to become a leader and an eloquent speaker
• Grow into a better negotiator and sharpen your management skills
• Gain trust and inspire teams

​

​

Toastmasters members report getting promoted because of their ability to build a convincing argument, landing better job opportunities while networking because of polished impromptu speaking skills, impressing a hiring manager during an interview and expressing their thoughts when speaking in public at formal or informal functions.

​

​

How Toastmasters Works: 

​

Members learn by speaking to groups and working with others in a supportive environment. The Bethel Toastmasters club is made of 10-20 people who meet on the first and third Monday of each month for up to two hours. Each meeting gives members and guests several opportunities:

​

• Guests and members present one- to two-minute, impromptu speeches about assigned topics.
• Members learn how to plan and conduct meetings.
• Members present speeches based on projects from the Pathways learning experience—Toastmasters' education program. Projects cover topics such as speech organization, vocal variety, language, gestures and persuasion.
• Every speaker is assigned an evaluator who points out speech strengths and offers suggestions for improvement.
• New members are offered the opportunity to work with a mentor

​

​

Are you ready to grow your potential?  

​

​

Meeting Location: Bethel Public Library, 189 Greenwood Avenue, Bethel, CT 06801

​

Meeting Time: 6:15 pm ET

​

​

Get in touch with us if you have any questions: 

​

• Phone: 475-529-0242 
• Email: [](http://gmail.com)[betheltoastmasters@gmail.com](mailto:betheltoastmasters@gmail.com) 
• Facebook: [](https://www.facebook.com/betheltoastmasters)[https://www.facebook.com/](https://www.facebook.com)[betheltoastmasters/](https://www.facebook.com/betheltoastmasters/)
• LinkedIn: [](https://www.linkedin.com/company/bethel-toastmasters)[https://www.linkedin.com/](https://www.linkedin.com)[company/bethel-toastmasters](https://www.linkedin.com/company/bethel-toastmasters) 

​

​

Join Toastmasters. Where leaders are made.

​

Join us for a knit and crochet get together. Work on your own project or help us make items for local charities. If you know how to knit and/or crochet but are stuck on a project or technique, or if you are just looking for someone to craft with, this is the group for you. This program is for adults.

​

Check out other library programs!

​

Kids in 3rd through 5th grade can come and play games, bring your friends and make new ones too!

​

Check out other library programs!

​

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!

​

Check out other library programs!

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If you are struggling with stress, an over-active mind and want to find a new perspective on how mindfulness and meditation can help in navigating the challenges of your everyday life, then join Prabha Makayee as she guides you through the steps of meditation. See what you can accomplish by taking responsibility over what kinds of thoughts you think. With just one second, one breath and one thought of changing your perspective you can realign your well-being to a more peaceful, happy mindset.

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Check out other library programs!

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Attention young innovators! Get ready to unleash your creativity and curiosity in our action-packed S.T.E.A.M. program. Through hands-on activities blending science, technology, engineering, arts, and math, children will embark on thrilling experiments and projects that foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills. This program is intended for children in grades 3rd-5th.

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Check out other library programs!

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Whether you're a seasoned grandmaster or a beginner eager to learn, this event offers an opportunity to test your strategic prowess. Engage in friendly matches, improve your chess skills, and enjoy intellectual challenges in a welcoming and inclusive environment!

​

Check out other library events!

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Come play music, recite poetry, tell a story, or show off another talent!

​

Keep in mind this is an all ages event in a public venue. We trust you to make good choices about appropriate material.

​

This is an LGBTQIA+ inclusive and welcoming event series. No cover fee but minimum one drink purchased required (show Molten some love, y’all!)

​

Performance slots are assigned on a first come, first served basis IN PERSON. No times will be held or assigned before the event starts. Get there early to grab your spot!

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Come play games with us! With the PS5, XBox Series X, Switch and Board Games, the fun is endless! Come with your friends and make new ones!

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This program is intended for teens in grades 6-12.

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Click here to register

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Bring a plant to swap or take some home! You don't have to bring plants to take some home and you can bring plants without taking.

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Got leftover seed packets? drop them off too!

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+ Event is typically outdoors from May for October, weather permitting! Indoors from November to April.

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You can bring outdoor perenials from May to October but the rest of the time it is indoor plants only!

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Join us for a knit and crochet get together. Work on your own project or help us make items for local charities. If you know how to knit and/or crochet but are stuck on a project or technique, or if you are just looking for someone to craft with, this is the group for you. This program is for adults.

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Check out other library programs!

​

Kids in 3rd through 5th grade can come and play games, bring your friends and make new ones too!

​

Check out other library programs!

​

If you are struggling with stress, an over-active mind and want to find a new perspective on how mindfulness and meditation can help in navigating the challenges of your everyday life, then join Prabha Makayee as she guides you through the steps of meditation. See what you can accomplish by taking responsibility over what kinds of thoughts you think. With just one second, one breath and one thought of changing your perspective you can realign your well-being to a more peaceful, happy mindset.

​

Check out other library programs!

​

Attention young innovators! Get ready to unleash your creativity and curiosity in our action-packed S.T.E.A.M. program. Through hands-on activities blending science, technology, engineering, arts, and math, children will embark on thrilling experiments and projects that foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills. This program is intended for children in grades 3rd-5th.

​

Check out other library programs!

​

Whether you're a seasoned grandmaster or a beginner eager to learn, this event offers an opportunity to test your strategic prowess. Engage in friendly matches, improve your chess skills, and enjoy intellectual challenges in a welcoming and inclusive environment!

​

Check out other library events!

​

Come play music, recite poetry, tell a story, or show off another talent!

​

Keep in mind this is an all ages event in a public venue. We trust you to make good choices about appropriate material.

​

This is an LGBTQIA+ inclusive and welcoming event series. No cover fee but minimum one drink purchased required (show Molten some love, y’all!)

​

Performance slots are assigned on a first come, first served basis IN PERSON. No times will be held or assigned before the event starts. Get there early to grab your spot!

​

Come play games with us! With the PS5, XBox Series X, Switch and Board Games, the fun is endless! Come with your friends and make new ones!

​

This program is intended for teens in grades 6-12.

​

Click here to register

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Come discuss a book on the 3rd Saturday of each month. We alternate between fiction and nonfiction books. There will be a catch up session at end of the year to review everything from the year!

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January: Queer Privacy

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Feb: A Lady for a Duke- ALexis Hall

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March: Queer Palestine and the Empire of Critique

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May: Body Horror: Capitalism, Fear, Misogyny, Jokes

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June: Man O'War by Cory McCarthy

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July: Black on Both Sides: A Racial History of Trans Identity

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August: Hell Followed With Us by Andrew Joseph White

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Join us on the first and third Mondays of every month for a new release/popular movie!

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Gain the skills and confidence to effectively express yourself in any situation. Whether you are a mature manager, student, young professional, career advancer or looking to make an impact in your community, Toastmasters is the most efficient, supportive, enjoyable and affordable way of gaining great communication skills. 

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• Be more persuasive and confident when giving speeches
• Practice to become a leader and an eloquent speaker
• Grow into a better negotiator and sharpen your management skills
• Gain trust and inspire teams

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Toastmasters members report getting promoted because of their ability to build a convincing argument, landing better job opportunities while networking because of polished impromptu speaking skills, impressing a hiring manager during an interview and expressing their thoughts when speaking in public at formal or informal functions.

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How Toastmasters Works: 

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Members learn by speaking to groups and working with others in a supportive environment. The Bethel Toastmasters club is made of 10-20 people who meet on the first and third Monday of each month for up to two hours. Each meeting gives members and guests several opportunities:

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• Guests and members present one- to two-minute, impromptu speeches about assigned topics.
• Members learn how to plan and conduct meetings.
• Members present speeches based on projects from the Pathways learning experience—Toastmasters' education program. Projects cover topics such as speech organization, vocal variety, language, gestures and persuasion.
• Every speaker is assigned an evaluator who points out speech strengths and offers suggestions for improvement.
• New members are offered the opportunity to work with a mentor

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Are you ready to grow your potential?  

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Meeting Location: Bethel Public Library, 189 Greenwood Avenue, Bethel, CT 06801

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Meeting Time: 6:15 pm ET

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Get in touch with us if you have any questions: 

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• Phone: 475-529-0242 
• Email: [](http://gmail.com)[betheltoastmasters@gmail.com](mailto:betheltoastmasters@gmail.com) 
• Facebook: [](https://www.facebook.com/betheltoastmasters)[https://www.facebook.com/](https://www.facebook.com)[betheltoastmasters/](https://www.facebook.com/betheltoastmasters/)
• LinkedIn: [](https://www.linkedin.com/company/bethel-toastmasters)[https://www.linkedin.com/](https://www.linkedin.com)[company/bethel-toastmasters](https://www.linkedin.com/company/bethel-toastmasters) 

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Join Toastmasters. Where leaders are made.

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Join us for a knit and crochet get together. Work on your own project or help us make items for local charities. If you know how to knit and/or crochet but are stuck on a project or technique, or if you are just looking for someone to craft with, this is the group for you. This program is for adults.

​

Check out other library programs!

​

Kids in 3rd through 5th grade can come and play games, bring your friends and make new ones too!

​

Check out other library programs!

​

If you are struggling with stress, an over-active mind and want to find a new perspective on how mindfulness and meditation can help in navigating the challenges of your everyday life, then join Prabha Makayee as she guides you through the steps of meditation. See what you can accomplish by taking responsibility over what kinds of thoughts you think. With just one second, one breath and one thought of changing your perspective you can realign your well-being to a more peaceful, happy mindset.

​

Check out other library programs!

​

Attention young innovators! Get ready to unleash your creativity and curiosity in our action-packed S.T.E.A.M. program. Through hands-on activities blending science, technology, engineering, arts, and math, children will embark on thrilling experiments and projects that foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills. This program is intended for children in grades 3rd-5th.

​

Check out other library programs!

​

Whether you're a seasoned grandmaster or a beginner eager to learn, this event offers an opportunity to test your strategic prowess. Engage in friendly matches, improve your chess skills, and enjoy intellectual challenges in a welcoming and inclusive environment!

​

Check out other library events!

​

Come play music, recite poetry, tell a story, or show off another talent!

​

Keep in mind this is an all ages event in a public venue. We trust you to make good choices about appropriate material.

​

This is an LGBTQIA+ inclusive and welcoming event series. No cover fee but minimum one drink purchased required (show Molten some love, y’all!)

​

Performance slots are assigned on a first come, first served basis IN PERSON. No times will be held or assigned before the event starts. Get there early to grab your spot!

​

Come play games with us! With the PS5, XBox Series X, Switch and Board Games, the fun is endless! Come with your friends and make new ones!

​

This program is intended for teens in grades 6-12.

​

Click here to register

​

Join us for a knit and crochet get together. Work on your own project or help us make items for local charities. If you know how to knit and/or crochet but are stuck on a project or technique, or if you are just looking for someone to craft with, this is the group for you. This program is for adults.

​

Check out other library programs!

​

Kids in 3rd through 5th grade can come and play games, bring your friends and make new ones too!

​

Check out other library programs!

​

If you are struggling with stress, an over-active mind and want to find a new perspective on how mindfulness and meditation can help in navigating the challenges of your everyday life, then join Prabha Makayee as she guides you through the steps of meditation. See what you can accomplish by taking responsibility over what kinds of thoughts you think. With just one second, one breath and one thought of changing your perspective you can realign your well-being to a more peaceful, happy mindset.

​

Check out other library programs!

​

Attention young innovators! Get ready to unleash your creativity and curiosity in our action-packed S.T.E.A.M. program. Through hands-on activities blending science, technology, engineering, arts, and math, children will embark on thrilling experiments and projects that foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills. This program is intended for children in grades 3rd-5th.

​

Check out other library programs!

​

Whether you're a seasoned grandmaster or a beginner eager to learn, this event offers an opportunity to test your strategic prowess. Engage in friendly matches, improve your chess skills, and enjoy intellectual challenges in a welcoming and inclusive environment!

​

Check out other library events!

​

Come play music, recite poetry, tell a story, or show off another talent!

​

Keep in mind this is an all ages event in a public venue. We trust you to make good choices about appropriate material.

​

This is an LGBTQIA+ inclusive and welcoming event series. No cover fee but minimum one drink purchased required (show Molten some love, y’all!)

​

Performance slots are assigned on a first come, first served basis IN PERSON. No times will be held or assigned before the event starts. Get there early to grab your spot!

​