News in Orange, CT
Orange Historical Society Events
The Orange Historical Society has several events scheduled for the coming weeks.
Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church To Present Odyssey: A Greek Festival
Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church announced today details regarding ODYSSEY ’23: A Greek Festival. This 41st annual festival, to be held September 1-4, is a 4-day party featuring all things Greek, including mouthwatering cuisine, live music, dancing, and a bustling Hellenic agora (marketplace).
Orange Resident Guests on WTNH-TV’s Wednesday’s Warrior Feature
Orange Resident Alexander Beck was a recent guest on Wednesday’s Warrior, a popular feature that runs each week on multiple editions of WTNH News. Alex is a Big Brother (adult mentor) at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut, where he’s also a member of the youth mentoring organization’s Board of
National School Lunch Program Guidelines
The Orange Public School District announced today its policy for determining eligibility of children who may receive free or reduced-price meals served under the National School Lunch Program (NSLP).Note: For SY 2023-24, all students eligible for reduced-price school meals enrolled in schools
Wepawaug Scout Cleanup
During the weekend of July 15-16 at Wepawaug Conservation area, we had a group of scouts all working together to clean up and spread new mulch at the entrance: Girl Scout Troop 60274, Girl Scout Troop 60162, Boy Scout troop 41, Boy Scout Troop 907, and Cub Scout Den 5 pack 922.
Orange Resident Supports Big Brothers Big Sisters at Its Annual Farewell to Summer Picnic
Orange resident Alex Beck, his three sons, and more than 200 other attendees were guests at the recent Farewell to Summer 2023 Picnic – hosted at Riverside Park in Portland by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut. Beck is a veteran member of the Board of Directors at Big Brothers Big Sisters.
Garden Club of Orange September Meeting
The Garden Club of Orange will kick off the new year on September 12 at High Plains Community Center, Rooms 4-6 with “Arts and Flowers”. Club member Lana Ho will create several floral designs inspired by contemporary art. The program begins at 1 PM and is open to the public.
Honk For Helen... 107!
Helen Koziel of Indian River Road in Orange is celebrating her 107th birthday! Helen is a voracious reader and enjoys playing games on her computer. She is a member of the town of Orange Senior Center where she especially enjoys chair exercise classes. She is also often found spending time
Upcoming Activities at the Orange Senior Center for September 2023
Join us September 22 for the 20th Annual Health & Safety Fair at High Plains Community Center from 9:30am—12:00 noon. Meet local vendors, enjoy the raffle, and the first 150 people will receive a free boxed lunch.
AMSO Winners
On April 28, 2023, two students from each school in the Amity Regional School District No5 were chosen to receive the South Central Area Superintendents’ Association (SCASA) Award Recognition Program for the school year. Based on the following leadership skills and the following criteria the student
The Goddard School Presents 2nd Annual Bob Marchetti & Gerard Kick Memorial Scholarship to Troy Ramos
The Goddard School of Orange is honored to present the 2023 Bob Marchetti & Gerard Kick Memorial Scholarship to Troy Ramos. Now in its 2nd year, this $5,000 scholarship is granted annually to a Goddard School of Orange pre-k graduate who demonstrates a hard work ethic and perseverance.
John Smyth Memorial Scholarship
The John Smyth Memorial Scholarship has been awarded to Amity H. S. Graduate Caitlyn Shanley. Caitlyn is the daughter of Patrick and Whitney Shanley of Orange. The award was presented at the Knights of St. Patrick in New Haven.
Student News for September 2023
Harrisonburg, VA - Orange, CT resident, Annika Lyngdal, has enrolled at James Madison University for the fall 2023 semester. Lyngdal has selected Health Sciences - BS as a major.
Annual Family BBQ and Shabbat Under the Stars At Temple Emanuel
Please join us on Friday, September 8 at 5:00 pm for the Annual Temple Emanuel Family BBQ and Shabbat Under the Stars. This event is FREE for those who pre-register on the TE website – www.tegnh.org – and is open to both current and prospective members. Registration at the door is $10 per person
Congregation Or Shalom for September 2023
Congregation Or Shalom in Orange, CT offers a variety of weekly services, virtual learning, and special events for all ages.
Pop Tab Donation Supports Yale Families
Congregation Or Shalom member, Lauren Seplowitz drops off 17 lbs. of pop tab/tops for the Ronald McDonald House in New Haven, associated with the Yale New Haven Hospital. Many, many people have been collecting beverage pop-tops, cat and dog food can pop tabs, beans and soup can tabs, etc.
Holy Infant Church Guild Tea
The Holy Infant Church Women’s Guild is having their annual membership tea on Sunday, September 10th from 2 - 4 pm. It will be held in the Women’s Guild Hall at 450 Racebrook Road. Membership for the Guild is $15.00. To RSVP for the tea, call (203)430-5253 by September 5th.
