Good morning, Danbury.

The Elmwood Hall Danbury Senior Center is hosting outdoor events for seniors this summer.

Seniors can join pickleball every Tuesday from 10 am—12 pm at Rogers Park, coaching workshops on June 12, 17 and 26, Food Truck Tuesdays starting June 10, a Walking Club every Monday and Friday at 9 am, and a meet-and-greet with the Danbury Westerners on June 17 at 10:30 am—membership is free for those 60 and over.

The Danbury Farmers Market returns this summer with a new Kids Zone led by local high school students in partnership with Grassroots Academy and a collaboration with Community Food Rescue that helps low-income and elderly residents.

The market runs weekly on CityCenter Green starting June 21 and will move indoors to the fourth floor of the Patriot Parking Garage in case of rain—supporting local produce, artisans, and community programs.

Deolinda’s Artisans opened on March 3rd in Danbury to offer Portuguese breads, pastries, and meals crafted by Rui Teixeira, who trained in Cannes and with Spanish Bakery Champion Diego Marin—honoring recipes passed down from his late mother.

A Newtown man was arrested on Wednesday after an alleged domestic violence dispute led to a delivery driver being attacked and an attempted vehicle theft — he now faces multiple charges including assault, breach of peace, and criminal attempt at murder.

Families in Danbury enjoy many outdoor and library activities that help children learn by exploring nature and conducting simple science experiments—hands-on play supports their early skill development.

Parents with children born between January 1, 2020 and Sept 1, 2020 should register for kindergarten online and then visit the Registration Center at 49 Osborne St. to complete necessary paperwork.

Governor Lamont and union leaders signed a three-year deal that will raise wages for direct care workers in nursing homes and group homes, with certified nursing assistants set to earn $26 per hour by January 1, 2028—this agreement ends planned strike actions.

Rafal Wlazlo broke the state record on June 4 by reeling in a 45-pound 8-ounce carp from Lake Lillinonah, a body of water that flows through several local towns.

Connecticut Fish and Wildlife congratulated him on Facebook for his record-setting catch.

FREE Baseball & Life Skills Clinic

9 AM – 12 PM — Rogers Park — Free entry — Learn baseball skills from MLB alumni and enjoy lunch while connecting with the community.

Community Tag Sale

1:30 PM — Candlewood Town Park — Free entry — Discover great deals and connect with your neighbors in a vibrant community atmosphere.

2025 Danbury Street Festival

12-6 p.m. — Downtown Barbershop — Free entry — A vibrant street festival featuring local artisans, food trucks, live music, and family fun in downtown Danbury.

The Men of Soul Concert

7 p.m. — City Center Green — Ticket info unavailable — Experience a vibrant evening of classic R&B hits with The Men of Soul and their talented band.

Romance Book Club

7-8:30 p.m. — The BookSmiths Shoppe — Free entry — Discuss the romantic twists and heartfelt moments in Ashley Poston's 'Sounds Like Love' over tea and literary camaraderie.

Danbury Town Park Fireworks over Candlewood Lake

9:15 p.m. — Danbury Town Park — Free entry — Celebrate the night with stunning fireworks illuminating Candlewood Lake and the surrounding park.