Enfield
Enfield’s public libraries to celebrate 150 years
ENFIELD — Libraries in many forms have been around for ages with the world’s oldest known library founded in the 7th century BC.
In the United States, the first free public library was established in 1833 in Peterborough, New Hampshire with the support of a municipal tax. But it wasn’t until 1874 that Enfield opened its first association library. And in 1896, the Enfield Library Association entrusted its collection to the Enfield Free Library, Enfield’s first publicly funded library.
Haya Sushi Enfield offers a unique, all-you-can-eat experience
ENFIELD — Haya Sushi opened its second location in Enfield at 111 Elm St. in the former Denny’s building in Elm Plaza.
Enfield holiday market supports local artisans
ENFIELD — Enfield’s Artisan Holiday Market will take place on Sundays from Oct. 27 through Dec. 22 at the Enfield Square Mall, 90 Elm St. from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Allied Community Programs celebrates 60 years
ENFIELD — Allied Community Programs, a nonprofit organization that is a subsidiary of Allied Community Services, located at 3 Pearson Way in Enfield, celebrated its 60th anniversary this year.
Enfield, Somers celebrate season with trunk-or-treat events
If you live in Enfield, Somers, or in the surrounding area, there are some upcoming seasonal events you may want to check out.
Enfield Annex Library offering fun day for children
ENFIELD — Enfield kids are set for a day of fun and books at the Enfield Annex Library on Oct. 18 and 19 as they participate in games, crafts and a children’s book sale.
Child Safety Day returns to Enfield on Oct. 13
ENFIELD — The 22nd annual Child Safety Day is taking place Sunday, Oct.13 from 2-4 p.m. at the Enfield Square Mall, 90 Elm St. It is a free and educational event focusing on the safety and well-being of children in the community.
L.L.Bean opens third Connecticut store in Enfield
ENFIELD — The grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony took place on the morning of Friday, Oct. 4 .L.L.Bean employees, local officials and community members gathered for the unveiling of the 25,000-square-foot facility, the second largest in inventory outside of its flagship location in Freeport, Maine.
Enfield’s Poet Laureate busy with festivals and creativity
ENFIELD — For Nzima Hutchings, Enfield’s current poet laureate, the world of poetry is one she hopes to open up to the community at large through writing classes, shows and festivals that bring poetry to the public.
Enfield Jack O’ Lantern Festival to return Oct. 19
ENFIELD — Get ready to start this spooky season with the Enfield Jack O’ Lantern Festival on Oct. 19 at the Enfield Town Green, 820 Enfield St. from 4-8 p.m. with a rain date of Oct. 20.