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AmericanTowns Heroes: Ariana Hargis is a Real Livesaver

Ariana Hargis is the kind of lifeguard you want on duty when your loved ones are in the pool. She's a quick-thinking, focused professional with eyes in the back of her head. When...

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Savor Connecticut is an opportunity to explore the taste and history of the local flavors of Connecicut.

from:Naugatuck Historical Society

Eric Lehman and Amy Nawrocki worked together to explore the wonders of Connecticut’s history. In their book “A History of Connecticut Wine, Vineyard in Your Backyard.” They...

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A Call for Health Leaders to Address Health Equity

Jan. 10, 2012 - The Connecticut Health Foundation's Health Leadership Fellows Program is now accepting applications for its eighth class, which begins September 2012. CT Health's...

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Start your Search for Volunteer Opportunities in Naugatuck, Connecticut with AmericanTowns Naugatuck Volunteer Guide!

On behalf of non-profit groups and organizers all over New Haven County, AmericanTowns would like to invite all of you to join in on making a difference. Seize today and...

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AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your Naugatuck organization has never been easier

If your nonprofit group in Naugatuck is looking to let the community know about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works: when...

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Weekend Activities in and around Naugatuck

Give yourself a Time Out this week and treat your­self to a day out on­ ­the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy...

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Eat Local! Great Resources in the Naugatuck area

What’s one small change that 1) significantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts Connecticut’s economy and 4) helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made...

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Winning the Real Estate Game in Naugatuck in a Tough Market

Purchasing a home in Connecticut  is one of the best investments you can make; but like so much else in life, timing is everything. Recent...

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An Invitation to our Naugatuck Community: BLOG ON!

Since this site is all about Naugatuck, we’d like to get the unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to your...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Brandon Rohlwing Helps Teens Get Through Tough Times

Brandon Rohlwing was feeling pretty low when he stumbled upon the website ReachOut offering support to anyone questioning the meaning in life. The information he found helped give...

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Help Your Hungry Neighbors This Holiday Season

from:Connecticut Food Bank

You can help Connecticut Food Bank alleviate hunger in Connecticut this holiday season. The number of families turning to food-assistance programs is rising as the cost of food,...

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Cut your own Christmas Tree from tree farms in Connecticut

Pining for the perfect tree? Find one that’s right for your home at a Connecticut Christmas tree farm. Remember, not all farmers allow guests to cut their own, so be sure to...

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Volunteer Recruitment & Training Event a Success!

Hidden Acres Therapeutic Riding Center, of Naugatuck, recently held a Volunteer Recruitment Event at the Whittemore Library.  Hidden Acres Therapeutic Riding Center provides...

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It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play

from:Phoenix Stage Company

Directed by Ian DiedrichInspired by the classic American film, It's a Wonderful Life, It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play is performed as a 1940s live radio broadcast in...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Donna Bailey Believes in her Students

Teaching is touted as being one of the most rewarding jobs in the world. Granted, it's not usually a high-paying job, but the satisfaction of having inspired a student to reach...

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Naugatuck Historical Society: December at the Museum

December 1, 6-8pm, First Thursdays Enjoy the sites and sounds of the holidays with a special youth Bell Choir presentation at 6:30pm. ...

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Naugatuck Thanksgiving 2011 - Thanksgiving Events, Volunteer Opportunities and more!

With Thanksgiving around the corner and preparations to be made, you might have a lot on your plate. That’s why AmericanTowns has put together resources for Thanksgiving...

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The Power of a Single Vote - Naugatuck Election Information and Polling Places

Presidential elections tend to get most of the attention, but there are plenty of key local Naugatuck elections this year that are equally important. As they say, "all...

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Naugatuck Historical Society Museum to display Girl Scouts of Connecticut’s 100th Traveling Exhibit

October 20, 2011– During the month of November, the Girl Scouts of Connecticut’s 100th Traveling Exhibit will be on display at the Naugatuck Historical Society Museum, with...

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New Haven County Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide - New Haven County

Local Pumpkin Patch Farms - go pick pumpkin's at a local farm in the New Haven County Connecticut area. When there’s a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the...

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Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide for Connecticut CT

Connecticut Pumpkin Picking Farms and Fall Pumkin Patch Farms - go pumpkin picking at a local farm in Connecticut. When there's a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at...

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Share and Celebrate Local Green Initiatives

AmericanTowns has just launched GreenTowns.com, a new network to connect and celebrate local green initiatives and their leaders, in Naugatuck and across the country. With...

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Find Connecticut Corn Mazes - Get lost in a Connecticut haunted Halloween corn maze this season!

Imagine entering a giant puzzle … one that's tall, green and full of surprises. This is the experience of a Connecticut corn mazes and it's a great, old-fashioned way to have...

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Naugatuck Historical Society Newsletter - October, 2011

from:Naugatuck Historical Society

Naugatuck Fire Department:This month the Naugatuck Historical Society will be hosting a series of programs and a special exhibit displaying rare artifacts from the archives of the...

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Connecticut Campaign for Sustainable Communities Launches October 1st, 2011

More than 80 organizations, businesses and green leaders are involved in a new campaign to connect green initiatives and their supporters in and across every city and...

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Mayoral Debate to be Hosted October 12 by Waterbury Regional Chamber

Waterbury Regional Chamber President and CEO Lynn Ward announced that the Chamber will host a Waterbury mayoral debate and luncheon on Wednesday, October 12 from 12:00 to 2:00 PM...

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Apple Picking Orchards and Apple Farms Guide for Connecticut CT

We have the best Connecticut apple picking orchards, apple farms, apple festivals for the state of Connecticut. We have found the best 'pick your own' apple orchards and apple...

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Hurricane Irene Response Continues

Hunger Action Month didn't start out the way we planned. Instead we began the month by distributing much-needed water and food to many of the neighborhoods and communities hit by...

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Naugatuck Historical Society Newsletter - September, 2011

from:Naugatuck Historical Society

Naugatuck Teen Theater P-A-C-K-S the HouseThe Naugatuck Teen Theater put on the Musical “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” at the Museum last month. The group worked...

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Back to School for Naugatuck - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and more

Hey, Naugatuck! Forget the pencils and backpacks: time to gather up school supplies of a different kind! Start the school year off right - and with more sanity - with the...

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5.9 Earthquake felt in Naugatuck, centered in Virginia

A rare 5.9 magnitude earthquake hit northwest Virginia sending shock waves throughout the Washington D.C. metropolitan area that were felt as far north as New York City and...

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25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

from:Naugatuck Historical Society

The Naugatuck Historical Society is proud to be working with the Naugatuck Teen Theater for the first time.  A group of students who are graduating from the Teen Theater have...

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Teen Theater at the Naugatuck Historical Society

from:Naugatuck Historical Society

The Naugatuck Historical Society is proud to be collaborating with the Naugatuck Teen Theater in an effort to promote theater and theater production for students from the...

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Naugatuck Historical Society Newsletter - August, 2011

from:Naugatuck Historical Society

Henry Bacon and Me By Elaine Russell, member and docentHenry Bacon, one of America’s foremost architects, was born in 1866 and died in 1924. Working for McKim, Mead & White...

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Naugatuck's 2011 July 4th Celebration

The Naugatuck Park & Recreation Dept has begun planning our annual 4th of July Celebration but we need your generosity to make it possible.Please consider contributing this...

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New Location

from:Naugatuck Head Start & School Readiness

Prospect Street Preschool located at 100 Prospect Street, Naugatuck is now Prospect Street Preschool. Naugatuck Head Start and School Readiness programs are located here as well...

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Naugatuck Historical Society April Newsletter - Apr 2, 2011

from:Naugatuck Historical Society

Click here to view the Naugatuck Historical Society April Newsletter - Apr 2, 2011

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Make a difference in Naugatuck! Find the perfect local volunteer opportunity

You want to give back, but with so many good causes out there, where do you start? There are plenty of great volunteer organizations right here in the Naugatuck area and around...

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2011 Walk Against Hunger

It's time to register for the 2011 Walk Against Hunger  Join us for any of the following fun, family events in three communities, rain or shine:What: 35th Annual Greater New...

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Seventh Annual Still River Waterway and Greenway Clean Up Day

On Saturday May 14, 2011 The Seventh Annual Still River Waterway and Greenway Cleanup will take place starting at 8 am. The Still River Cleanup is one of the largest single...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Bev Yoakum Provides a Foundation for Children to Grow

Bev Yoakum doesn't want to keep the spotlight shining on her. After being recognized as a hero for her work in creating a unique early childhood education opportunity for the...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Troy Yocum Returns Home

On April 17th 2010 Iraq War veteran Troy Yocum began his hike across the United States to raise awareness of military families in need. On September 3rd, 2011 Troy and Emmie, the...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Joanne Kouris Has Dedicated More Than Two Decades to Delivering Meals

(photo courtesy of 7News) For 21 years, Joanne Kouris has been a friendly face, faithfully delivering hot meals to elderly and home bound neighbors who are now like...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Reilly Starr Coaches Volleyball and Shares Leadership Skills

Reilly Starr is the co-founder of AllStarr Volleyball, an organization whose mission is to encourage young women to become the best athletes they can be in a sport they love:...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Kristen Parkinson Raises Money to Keep Kids Safe from Land Mines

Kristen Parkinson got involved in fundraising at an early age. When she was eight years old she participated in various events that helped raise $20,000 for a dog specially...

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July 4th fireworks schedule, festivities and parades in New Haven County, CT

Naugatuck Fireworks 2011 Find July 4th Fireworks schedule, festivities and parades in New Haven County, CT. Search for July 4th Restaurants, Things to do and more! ...

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Hurricane Irene is heading towards Connecticut, Take Shelter

With its trajectory bound for the eastern seaboard, Hurricane Irene could strike North Carolina’s Outer Banks as early as Friday night, with at-risk areas including...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Maribeth Shearer is Committed to Caring

For some residents of the senior living community where she works, Maribeth is the daughter they never had or the daughter they wish they had. More than anyone else who works at...

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AmericanTowns Heroes: Pamela Cantor Works to Turnaround Failing Schools

Dr. Pamela Cantor has been nationally recognized for her efforts to help improve the lives of children and families. She is a child psychiatrist who has been focusing on...

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AmericanTown Heroes: Leslie Perkins Picks Posies for Patients

Leslie Perkins, a hospital volunteer for more than 28 years is also the head of the fresh flower program. In addition to overseeing the placements of fresh flowers in all the...

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Real Estate Agents: Be the Local Expert for Naugatuck