<p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">On the evening of April 18, 2025, America will commemorate the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere’s legendary Midnight Ride, a pivotal moment in American history. This event precedes the lead-up to the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the founding of the United States of America, next July 4, 2026.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">On April 18, 2025, there is a nationwide call for two lights to be displayed in every statehouse. Paul Revere’s ride is not just something that mattered then; it’s something that matters today, and for our collective tomorrow.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">In Connecticut, all community centers, municipal administrative buildings, museums, cultural centers, and private residences are encouraged to display 2 lights on this Friday night, April 18.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Follow Ridgefield’s Commemoration of these exciting events on Instagram @ridgefieldct250</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Learn more about the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere's ride </span><a href="https://www.paulreverehouse.org/rev250-events" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.paulreverehouse.org/rev250-events/</a></p><p><br></p>

<p>Ann’s Place&nbsp;<a href="https://www.annsplace.org/all-events/2025/fashion-show" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">fashion show</a>&nbsp;will take place on Wednesday, April 30, at 7 p.m. at The Ridgefield Playhouse. Get ready to celebrate inspiring community members who are taking the stage to make a difference! Fashions are curated by Elegant Ridgefield.</p><p>Ann’s Place is a haven of hope, providing comfort and support to those facing cancer and their loved ones. This year’s fashion show fundraiser brings the community together in a celebration of strength.</p><p><strong>Meet our next model – Peggy Honore</strong></p><p>Peggy is proud to walk in the <strong>Familiar Faces Fashion Show</strong> in honor of her mother-in-law, Maureen, and her uncle, Jack, both lost to cancer. As the owner of <strong>Ridgefield Travel and Cruise Planners</strong>, Peggy is passionate about giving back—and supporting <strong>Ann’s Place</strong>, a cause close to her heart.</p><p>“I’ve seen firsthand how much Ann’s Place helps families during difficult times. This event is exactly the kind of meaningful connection I hoped to create through my business.”</p><p>Support Peggy’s Walk and help keep Ann’s Place services free for those who need them most: <a href="https://donorbox.org/on-the-runway-familiar-faces/fundraiser/peggy-honore" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://donorbox.org/on-the-runway-familiar-faces/fundraiser/peggy-honore</a></p><p><strong><em>Your support makes a real impact—every donation helps those in need navigate their cancer journey with care and</em></strong> <strong><em>hope</em></strong>.<strong><em> </em></strong>This<strong> </strong>event will showcase spring and summer fashion curated by&nbsp;<strong>Elegant Ridgefield</strong>, modeled by familiar faces from the local community. Attendees can also look forward to an entertaining show hosted by&nbsp;<strong>comedian Christine O’Leary</strong>, live and silent auctions, and a raffle featuring fantastic prizes.</p><p>Tickets available for purchase through the Ridgefield Playhouse Box Office:&nbsp;<a href="https://ridgefieldplayhouse.org/event/on-the-runway-familiar-faces-benefitting-anns-place-ridgefield-2025/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(2, 177, 151);">On the Runway - Familiar Faces Benefitting Ann's Place | Ridgefield, CT | Ridgefield Playhouse</a></p><p>To learn more about Ann's Place please click on link&nbsp;<em>-</em><strong><em>&nbsp;</em></strong><a href="https://www.annsplace.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(2, 177, 151);"><strong><u>Ann's Place</u></strong></a></p>

<p><strong>Shared Values at Wooster</strong></p><p><em>Prepared for College, Ready for the World</em></p><p><span style="color: rgb(8, 8, 9);">At Wooster School,&nbsp;</span><a href="https://youtu.be/pBkPhqXnsmo" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(8, 8, 9);">we are an extension of your family</a><span style="color: rgb(8, 8, 9);">, where relationships and values truly matter. We ensure our graduates are prepared for college and beyond, and just as important, develop into good people capable of creating a better world. Come learn more about Wooster School this Spring at one of our upcoming events.</span></p><p><a href="https://www.woosterschool.org/admission/upcoming-events?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR6IfwvQdkRfBLg_fkQUAOngTtVc3GZsXe7QyL8gzA7UCQ83elf5vJJ8bjVA3w_aem_fBSisjj8NK1GUCvGPIUEMw" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(8, 8, 9); background-color: transparent;">Register today!</a></p><iframe class="ql-video" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/pBkPhqXnsmo?showinfo=0"></iframe><p><br></p><p><em>Coffee With Wooster at Starbucks&nbsp;</em>(75 Church Hill Road, Newtown, CT)</p><p>Friday, April 25 from 9:30 - 11:00 am</p><p><em>Coffee With Wooster at Tusk &amp; Cup</em>&nbsp;(142 Old Ridgefield Road, Wilton, CT)</p><p>Friday, April 25 from 8:30 - 11:00 am</p><p><em>Community Day at Wooster</em></p><p>Saturday, May 10 at 11:00 am</p><p><strong>Find Where You Belong and Achieve Excellence at Wooster!</strong></p><p>Wooster School is an independent, co-educational college preparatory day school, serving students from Fairfield and Westchester Counties. Located in Danbury, Connecticut, the School serves students from grade 5 through grade 12. A leader in classroom innovation and teaching, Wooster School is a place where thinking and learning are personal, meaningful, and visible; and where faculty work closely with students in small classes and cohorts to think and communicate critically and creatively. At Wooster, every student participates, every student contributes, and every student learns and develops the necessary skills to be a life-long learner and leader in college and beyond.</p><p>To learn more, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.woosterschool.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.woosterschool.org/</a>&nbsp;or contact Wooster School Admissions at (203) 830-3916.</p>

<h2><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Local Business Champion: </span><a href="https://www.flexandflowbodywork.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">Flex and Flow Bodywork&nbsp;</a></h2><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Meet Jacqueline Mahoney, founder of Flex and Flow Bodywork LLC.</strong></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Why did you start Flex and Flow Bodywork?</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Growing up as a dancer, I was always fascinated with how the human body moves, functions and how massage can help alleviate pain and restriction within the Musculoskeletal and Nervous systems. I’ve worked with celebrities, professional athletes and top trainers in the fitness industry and I’m constantly increasing my knowledge on how to help others achieve their personal goals of health and wellness. I started Flex and Flow Bodywork on the belief that Massage is an integral aspect and the foundation for creating a pain free, stress free life and we’re passionate about educating our clients on their journey to success in healing and homeostasis.</span></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">What is your best-selling service?</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">My best-selling service is Manual Lymphatic Drainage and Deep Tissue Massage.</span></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Do you use any local businesses to support your operations?</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">I use Morph Med Spa for all my Aesthetic needs, Stacy’s Totally Baked for cupcakes and Queen Bee for my coffee! The Ridgefield Chamber has been AMAZING and so has the new group I just joined called Ridgefield&nbsp; Mamaprenistas. I’m so excited to grow and meet new people in this beautiful community!</span></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Have you reimagined your small business?</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Yes I have reimagined my business from just IN HOME services to now include in home and in-office.&nbsp; I also have a new location [159 Danbury Road, Suite 105] starting May 1st. I will be located inside Ridgefield Health and Wellness Center. I’ve also expanded my services to include Manual Lymphatic Drainage.&nbsp;</span></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Jacqueline nominates Morph Med Spa to be featured next “because they are the best!”</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Visit Flex and Flow Bodywork’s website </span><a href="http://www.flexandflowbodywork.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">www.Flexandflowbodywork.com</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Follow along on </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/puravidabodywork" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">Facebook</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> and Instagram @</span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/flexandflowbodywork/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">flexandflowbodywork</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Questions? Email </span><a href="mailto:Jacqueline@flexandflowbodywork.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">Jacqueline@flexandflowbodywork.com</a></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">HamletHub thanks</strong><a href="http://www.jkinfordbeautygroup.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong> </strong></a><a href="https://www.fairfieldcountybank.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"><strong>Fairfield County Bank </strong></a><strong style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">for making our Why Small Businesses Matter series possible!</strong></p><p><br></p>

<p>The Rotary Club has partnered with Parks &amp; Recreation for over 25 years!</p><p>Each year, Parks &amp; Rec handles the layout of Ballard Park, and the Rotary Club supplies and sets out all 6,000 eggs.</p><p>It takes a team of 8 to 10 people about 20 minutes to get the eggs in place. The eggs are produced by an organization—similar to The Prospector—that supports individuals with disabilities.</p><p>Once the event starts, the eggs are scooped up in under two minutes, depending on the age group. It’s known as one of the fastest community events in Ridgefield!</p>

<p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Hi. I’m Marco Groot. I’ve successfully operated our family global wholesale floral business, Hilverda De Boer, for ten years here at my office at 109 Danbury Road, Ridgefield, CT. Located in a primary business district on the busy Route 35 corridor!</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">I’m here to let you know there is a great office space available down the hall!</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">$695 per month for an office with a bonus area – perfect for a reception area or…you decide! Includes all utilities!</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Thumbs up! Great office space! Also, close to a great cup of coffee from Ross’ Bread!</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">For more details, visit</span><a href="http://www.ridgefieldofficecenter.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"> www.ridgefieldofficecenter.com</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> or call 203-431-0143 x 110 or email: </span><a href="mailto:jeanne@ridgefieldapartments.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">jeanne@ridgefieldapartments.com</a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">&nbsp;</span></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>