A lot of readers find out that I’ve posted a new story on this site through cross posted material on Facebook. I haven’t been able to cross post anything from Orange Live on Facebook in days. The new “improved” security measures that “META” – Facebook has installed is impossible for me to deal with. Each … Read more
Every year, the members of the Lions Club of Orange host a Thanksgiving Dinner at High Plains Community Center on the first Sunday after Thanksgiving (November 28, 2021) at 12 P.M. The dinner is open to everyone but their target guests are the town’s elders, shut-ins, and all those in need of good food and … Read more
A Food Drive will take place at the High Plains Community Center on Sunday, Dec. 5 from 1-3 p.m. to benefit FOOD 2 Kids, a program operated by the Orange Parks and Recreation Department. The organization collects single-serve packaged foods that require no preparation or water-only preparation, and distributes nutritious snacks and simple meal choices … Read more
The Rotary Club of Orange announced its 9th Annual Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk at High Plains Community Center, 525 Orange Center Road, on Thursday, Nov. 25. Registration is $27.00 per person with an additional $2.57 SignUp Fee. Registration ends Monday, November 22 at 11:59 pm Register today at https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=96535 and … Read more
Every Year, the Jamie Hulley Arts Foundation presents an amazing fundraising Gala with world class entertainment and enviable raffle prizes. The event took place out-of-town at night, but this year, there’s a twist, an Afternoon For The Arts will take place on Sunday, Nov. 7, in the early afternoon, locally at Amity High School, featuring … Read more
The Jamie Hulley Arts Foundation offers the most amazing opportunities to students throughout the area. The Foundation is named for the late Jamie Hulley, the daughter of Judy Primavera and Fred Hulley, an Amity grad who loved to create. she was a singer, dancer, actress, artist, and all around wonderful happy young woman. Her parents … Read more
For the first 25 years of Santa’s Helper Elf Mama Annie Davis worked hand-in-hand with me on publicizing the annual fundraising event that benefits the Orange Volunteer Fire Department. Annie passed away in September 2019 and things have changed. Covid even forced the cancelation of the event last year. But I found this information on … Read more
The Orange Volunteer Fire Department and Auxiliary are sponsoring the second Annual Orange Pumpkin Blaze, a Pumpkin Carving/ Decorating contest at Fire Station #1, 625 Orange Center Road, next to Town Hall this week. We received the information too late to allow you time to prepare a submission this year, but we suggest that you … Read more
The Orange Lions Club presents “Comedy under the Stars” on Saturday, August 28, 2021. The event usually held in the fall, has a new twist. They’ve decided to do an outdoor comedy event under the High Plains Pavillion with picnic table seating. You may bring your own chair if you desire. The lineup includes headliner … Read more
Are you looking for something different to do with your children before they have to go back to school? This isn’t in Orange, but, it sure sounds like fun! Lyman Orchards, an independently-owned family destination for more than 275 years, has opened its 2021 Sunflower Maze at 105 South Street, Middlefield, CT. (just a 40 … Read more