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Saturday, February 7th, 2026
Good morning, Danbury. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Elmwood Hall Danbury Senior Center offers daily exercise classes and free AARP Tax-Aide appointments on Tuesdays and Thursdays, a WCAAA session on Wednesday, Feb. 18, and a Line Dance and Social Party on Friday, Feb. 20 at 10 Elmwood Place. Tribuna
- ➤ Danbury parents are renewing civic leadership through the Parent Leadership Training Institute, which has shaped community engagement for nearly 30 years. The new Civic Design Team invites alumni, educators and local leaders to join efforts to boost parent voices (a collaboration built on lasting commitment). Tribuna
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut Magazine's expert panel ranked top chicken wing restaurants, and TK's American Cafe in Danbury was recognized for selling 20,000 wings during its Super Bowl weekend event (Jan. 30–Feb. 1). The Ridgefield Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Danbury Public Library offers free programs for families today, featuring winter kits for children and interactive activities for teens. Danbury Public Schools also host free playgroups and open kindergarten registration, with Family University coming on Saturday, April 25 to support school gardens + community engagement. Tribuna
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Connecticut officials noted many residents are owed tax refunds and urged prompt filing, while Danbury-VITA offers free federal & state tax preparation for eligible locals to claim credits such as the Earned Income Tax Credit. Details are available via 2-1-1 for those seeking assistance. Tribuna
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Danbury-based psychologist and PLTI graduate cites 2023 Connecticut surveys that show 16.2% of adults and 21.1% of teens engage in heavy drinking — experts urge increased education and support to prevent harmful habits. Tribuna
- ➤ A Drexel University study finds that paid family leave improves family health and economic stability in Connecticut, with over 180,000 workers using the program since January 2022. The report shows that paid leave enhances child health, parental recovery + job retention for businesses. Tribuna
- ➤ Connecticut's public health officials endorsed the 2026 immunization schedule recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics, which outlines vaccines to protect children from diseases like measles & polio. The decision, made on Jan. 27, keeps school immunization requirements unchanged. Tribuna
- ➤ At a national conference, Dr. David Stutkus told pediatricians that early food introduction helps lower allergy risks and that food dyes are not proven to cause ADHD. Danbury parents may seek advice from local pediatricians (including retired Dr. Robert Golenbock, a 43-year veteran) when questions arise. Tribuna
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Cedar Journey Musical Benefit
7:30-11:59 p.m. — Ives Concert Hall — $10 – $75 — Experience a diverse musical and dance program exploring the immigrant journey to America.
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