Middlesex Chamber Business After Work, At Powder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort.  I always have my eye out for networking events, and there is a good one scheduled for Wednesday, January 10th, at the Powder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort.   This will be the second time the Powder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort will host a Middlesex Chamber Business After Work Event.  Everyone of the Middlesex Chamber Business After Work Events are so well done, and this one was as well last year. The Powder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort is very popular in the Winter for skiing, since I do not ski, I have only been there for dinner and last year's Business After Work event.  Each of the times I have been there everything has been excellent, so I am looking forward to attending this year's Middlesex Chamber B... 12/20/2017

Winter is here but there is one last 5K race to get in for the year, the 2017 Go Far Jingle All The Way 5K On Sunday, December 17th at Powder Ridge Mountain Park Resort in Middlefield, CT.  Now how is this for a get in the Christmas spirit activity?It does not matter if you have been naughty or nice, all are welcomed.  Runners will get to jingle all the way through the beautiful scenic Middlefield, CT.  There is only two categories of runners for the 2017 Go Far Jingle All The Way 5K, under age 17, and over age 18.  At the end of the race everyone will be treated to hot chocolate, and plenty of holiday cheer.  Santa will also be making be making a visit.The race starts promptly at 12 Noon, but runners need to show up between 9:30 a.m - 11:45 a.m. to pick up their race bag.  The 2017 Go ... 12/12/2017

      Winter is here and the trees are now covered with snow from the snow storm this weekend as you can see in my Final Blog Of The 2017 Progression Of Fall Colors In Middlefield, CT.  With the arrival of Winter in Connecticut, my Progression Of Fall Colors series I started six years ago is now completed.  I had intended for my previous blog in this series the "Eighth Blog Of The 2017 Progression Of Fall Colors In Middlefield, CT"., to be the final blog in this series for this year.  But a few people requested to see this sight once snow had arrived, and the trees were covered with snow.  So I decided to post one more blog to comply with their request. The first two years of this series the pictures were of a farm which is only about a minute walk from my house.  Three years ago I dec... 12/11/2017

      Winter is here and the bare trees are proof of that as you can see in my Eighth Blog Of The 2017 Progression Of Fall Colors In Middlefield, CT.  With the arrival of Winter in Connecticut, which means my Progression Of Fall Colors series I started six years ago is coming to an end. The first two years of this series the pictures were of a farm which is only about a minute walk from my house.  Three years ago I decided to change the location for the 2014 Progression Of Fall Color Series to a lake about 5 minutes from my house on RT17.  I tried that location for two years, but the colors were not as good as I expected them to be.  So last year I decided to change locations again to this present location on a site of Lyman's Orchards in Middlefield CT. As I have done for the last six... 12/02/2017

      It is starting to feel a lot like Winter, as you can see in my Seventh Blog Of The 2017 Progression Of Fall Colors In Middlefield, CT.  Winter is right around the corner in Connecticut, which means my Progression Of Fall Colors series I started six years ago is coming to an end soon. The first two years of this series the pictures were of a farm which is only about a minute walk from my house.  Three years ago I decided to change the location for the 2014 Progression Of Fall Color Series to a lake about 5 minutes from my house on RT17.  I tried that location for two years, but the colors were not as good as I expected them to be.  So last year I decided to change locations again to this present location on a site of Lyman's Orchards in Middlefield CT. As I have done for the last ... 11/19/2017

    Sixth Blog Of The 2017 Progression Of Fall Colors In Middlefield, CT.  Fall is almost over here in Connecticut, which means  my Progression Of Fall Colors series I started six years ago is coming to an end soon. The first two years the pictures were of a farm which is only about a minute walk from my house.  Three years ago I decided to change the location for the 2014 Progression Of Fall Color Series to a lake about 5 minutes from my house on RT17.  I tried that location for two years, but the colors were not as good as I expected them to be.  So last year I decided to change locations again to this present location on a site of Lyman's Orchards in Middlefield CT. As I have done for the last six years, I will post pictures of this same spot at different points throughout the Fall ... 11/13/2017

  Berkshire Hathaway in Middletown, CT is sponsoring the Sunshine Kids 1/4 Run At Lyman Orchards, Middlefield, CT On November 11.  The 1/4 Run will start at will start at 9:30 a.m. The Sunshine Kids is a non-profit organization which provides support and activities for kids with cancer.  The Sunshine Kids 1/4 Run At Lyman Orchards, Middlefield, CT On November 11 is a great way to get in some exercise which we all need, and help support a great cause.   Hopefully lots of funds will be raised for the Sunshine Kids 1/4 Run At Lyman Orchards, Middlefield, CT On November 11 so the excellent support and services they provide kids with cancer can continue.     ************************************************************************************************  Info about the author: George Souto ... 11/09/2017

   There were several Christmas Fairs and Bazaars this past weekend, and the Fairs continue with three more Fairs this weekend.  Among them will be the Middlefield Federated Church 2017 Holiday Fair, In Middlefield, CT.   Like the Craft Fairs and Bazaars that went on last weekend the Middlefield Federated Church Holiday Fair will be a great place to get some early Christmas shopping done. At the Middlefield Federated Church Holiday Fair this weekend there will be lots to pick from, such as: Unique Homemade Items Crafts Holiday Decorations Fresh Baked Goods Fudge Jams Jellies Raffles Pickles Gift Baskets   The Middlefield Federated Church Holiday Fair will also be a great place to have breakfast and lunch, as well as some great pies for desert.   So if you did not have a chance to go to... 11/05/2017

    Fifth Blog Of The 2017 Progression Of Fall Colors In Middlefield, CT.  Fall is starting to come to an end here in Connecticut, which means I am more than half way through my Progression Of Fall Colors series I started six years ago.  The first two years the pictures were of a farm which is only about a minute walk from my house.  Three years ago I decided to change the location for the 2014 Progression Of Fall Color Series to a lake about 5 minutes from my house on RT17.  I tried that location for two years, but the colors were not as good as I expected them to be.  So last year I decided to change locations again to this present location on a site of Lyman's Orchards in Middlefield CT. As I have done for the last six years, I will post pictures of this same spot at different point... 11/04/2017

 The arrival of the white fluffy stuff is just around the corner, which means it is time for the annual Powder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort In Middlefield, CT Ski & Board Swap tomorrow and Sunday.  This is a great way to sell off your old gear, and have money to purchase new equipment.The hours for the Powder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort In Middlefield, CT Ski & Board Swap are: Saturday, Nov. 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 5 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. So Skiers do not miss out on this great opportunity.  Make sure you are one of the first to arrive at the Powder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort In Middlefield, CT Ski & Board Swap tomorrow morning and get the best deals available.99 Powder Hill Road Middlefield, CT 06455 (860) 349-3454 *****************************************************... 11/03/2017

 Yesterday was the 1st Annual Food Truck Festival At Lyman Orchards In Middlefield, CT.  The weather was perfect with the sun shinning, and the temperature in the mid 60's.  It was hard to choose from all the food trucks that were there, which included:Perk on Main (out of this world crepes)Gmonkey (feasts that’ll bring smiles to vegan faces)Reggae Vybz (jammin Jamaican food)The Whey Station (you’ll never want any other grilled cheese sandwich), Mamouns (fabulous falafel)Pork Friends (luscious Latin cuisine)Spuds Your Way (baked potatoes like no others)Vecchitto’s (old fashioned Italian ices) Those who were at the 1st Annual Food Truck Festival At Lyman Orchards In Middlefield, CT, also got to enjoy the" Lyman's Corn MazePony RidesWagon Hayrides Below are some pictures I took while I wa... 10/29/2017

  This Saturday, October 28th is the 2017 ST. Coleman's Church Country Fair & Bazaar located at 145 Hubbard St. in Middlefield, CT. from 9:00 a.m to 2:00 p.m at.  The 2017 ST. Coleman's Church Country Fair & Bazaar is a great way to start off the Christmas shopping early.  Those who attend will find special items such as: Gift Baskets Baked Goods Many Hand Made Crafts So don't miss out on this early opportunity to enjoy some of the local goods, and get a head start on finding a special gift for those who are difficult to shop for. St. Colman's Church Country Fair & Bazaar   Saturday, October 28th. 9:00 a.m. To 2:00 p.m 148 Hubbard StreetMiddlefield, CT 06455 860-349-3868     *****************************************************************************************************  Info abou... 10/19/2017

  We are entering the Craft Fairs, Bazaars, and Festivals season.  Between now and Christmas there will be several Craft Fairs, Bazaars, and Festivals in both my town as well as surrounding towns.  One of the first Festivals this year is the 2017 Independent Day School Fall Festival This Friday, October 20th. between 5:30 p.m to 7:30 p.m.  The Independent Day School is located at 115 Laurel Brook Road in Middlefield CT. At the 2017 Independent Day School Fall Festival This Friday, October 20th. is for families with children between the ages of 2 to 8 grade and they will be treated to:   Horse Drawn Hayrides Trunk of Treat Enchanted Forest Bounce House And Much More   So do not miss out on this fun time for the younger members of the family, as well as a safe place to trick or treat!   ... 10/17/2017

    The Middlefield Fire Explorers will be hosting the Middlefield Fire Explorers 2017 Pancake Breakfast Tomorrow, May 7th from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.  This an excellent way to support this very worth youth organization, and get to eat some very tasty pancakes at the same time. One of the ways for our youth to stay off the streets and out of trouble, is to make sure they are involved with positive, constructive organizations like the Middlefield Fire Explorers.  These young men aspire to be Firemen one day, and as Fire Explorers they acquire skills which will help them become Firemen later in life. As Fire Explorers these young men and women also participate in community service projects in the town, as well as other activities which benefit the town they are located in.  So I would hi... 05/06/2017

  This is the time of the year where we once again start to have road races in the area, and the first one is the 2017 Sprint Into Spring 5/10K Middlefield Lions Club Road Race On April 23rd.  I do not run any more except to the table for my next meal, but for all those who are into running to stay physically fit, this is a great opportunity to participate in a road race through a beautiful part of the state, Middlefield, CT. The Middlefield Lions Club is an excellent organization that supports many worthy causes in the area, and all registration funds will go to support those causes.  So do not wait and  register for the 2017 Sprint Into Spring 5/10K Middlefield Lions Club Road Race this Sunday, April 23rd.   ****************************************************************************... 04/20/2017

 The Independent Day School is kicking off this years carnival season with the Independent Day School Winter Beach Carnival On Sunday, March 12th.  The day will start out with an Open House from 1:00 p.m to 2:00 p.m., and then followed by the Winter Beach Carnival from 2:00 p.m to 4:00 p.m.The Independent Day School Winter Beach Carnival On Sunday, March 12th will be packed with all the fun events listed below:  The Independent Day School Winter Beach Carnival On Sunday, March 12th promises to be a fun event for the whole family, so mark your calendar and do not miss out on all the fun!   Independent Day SchoolFall Festival115 Laurel Brook RoadMiddlefield, CTMarch 12, 2017 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.  ********************************************************************************************... 03/11/2017

  Middlesex Chamber Business After Work, At Powder Ridge January 11, 2017.  I always have my eye out for networking events, and there is a good one scheduled for Wednesday, January 11th, at the Powder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort.   This will be the second time the Powder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort will host a Middlesex Chamber Business After Work Event.  The first one last year was very well and I expect this one to be even better. The Powder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort is very popular in the Winter for sking, since I do not ski I have only been there for dinner at their very popular restaurant.  The Powder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort is one of the better locations the Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce has held an After Work Event at.  One thing for sure it is pretty hard to be... 12/28/2016

Winter is here but there is one last 5K race to get in for the year, the 2016 Go Far Jingle All The Way 5K On December 18th at Powder Ridge Mountain Park Resort in Middlefield, CT.  Now how is this for a get in the Christmas spirit activity? It does not matter if you have been naughty or nice, all are welcomed.  Runners will get to jingle all the way through the beautiful scenic Middlefield, CT.  There is only two categories of runners for the 2016 Go Far Jingle All The Way 5K, under age 17, and over age 18.  At the end of the race everyone will be treated to hot chocolate, and plenty of holiday cheer. The race starts promptly at 12 Noon, but runners need to show up between 10:00 a.m - 11:45 a.m. to pick up their race bag.  The 2016 Go Far Jingle All The Way 5K also needs Elves to volu... 12/16/2016

  There were several Christmas Fairs and Bazaars this past weekend, and the Fairs continue this weekend with the Middlefield Federated Church 2016 Holiday Fair, In Middlefield, CT.   Like the Craft Fairs and Bazaars that went on last weekend the Middlefield Federated Church Holiday Fair will be a great place to get some early Christmas shopping done. At the Middlefield Federated Church Holiday Fair this weekend there will be lots to pick fro, such as: Unique Homemade Items Crafts Holiday Decorations Fresh Baked Goods Fudge Jams Jellies Raffles Pickles Gift Baskets   The Middlefield Federated Church Holiday Fair will also be a great place to have breakfast and lunch, as well as some great pies for desert.   So if you did not have a chance to go to any of the great Craft Fairs, and Bazaa... 11/08/2016

 We are entering the Craft Fairs, Bazaars, and Festivals season.  Between now and Christmas there will be several Craft Fairs, Bazaars, and Festivals in both my town as well as surrounding towns.  One of the first Festivals this year is the Independent Day School Fall Festival This Thursday, November 3rd. between 5:30 p.m to 7:30 p.m.  The Independent Day School is located at 115 Laurel Brook Road in Middlefield CT.At the Independent Day School Fall Festival This Thursday, November 3rd. is for families with children between the ages of 3 to 8 and they will be treated to: Horse Drawn Hayrides&Trunk of TreatAnd Much More So do not miss out on this fun time for the younger members of the family, as well as a safe place to trick or treat!   Independent Day SchoolFall Festival115 Laurel Broo... 10/30/2016