Rocky Hill Democrats

Happy Hour with Local Democrats
2025-05-22 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-04-17 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Arch 2 Sports Bar and Grill, 632 Cromwell Avenue, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, 06067, United States
Our monthly happy hour. Come be social with Rocky Hill Democrats.

RHHS Spring Art Show, Day 2
2025-05-21 18:30 - 20:30 | Rocky Hill High School, 50 Chapin Street, Rocky Hill, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, 06067, United States
Spring Art Show Tuesday, May 20th and Wednesday, May 21 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm in the Rocky Hill High School gymnasium. All student work will be displayed both days. Voting for Best in Show will be Tuesday. Awards for Best in Show, Best in Class and Merit Awards will be displayed on work Wednesday night.

RHHS Spring Art Show, Day 1
2025-05-20 18:30 - 20:30 | Rocky Hill High School, 50 Chapin Street, Rocky Hill, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, 06067, United States

Indian Ocean Workshop for Families
2025-05-17 16:00 - 18:00 | Rocky Hill High School, 50 Chapin Street, Rocky Hill, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, 06067, United States
Please join us in the RHHS Auditorium on Saturday, May 17th from 4:00-6:00 PM for a special evening with the world-wide sensation Indian Ocean. Indian Ocean is an Indian Rock/Fusion band that has offered to present a free performance/workshop for the Rocky Hill Community. All are welcome – REGISTER HERE for FREE TICKETS!!!

Listen to Indian Ocean here: https://youtu.be/AVY8ljDa4vo?feature=shared

Allan Smith for Mayor Campaign Kickoff
2025-05-15 17:30 - 18:30 | Ferry Park Grill, 277 Meadow Rd, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, 06067, United States
Join Allan Smith as he kicks off his candidacy for Mayor of Rocky Hill.

Dinner to Support the Re-Election of Roberto Alves
2025-05-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Great Taste Chinese Restaurant, 597 W Main St., New Britain, Connecticut, United States
Roberto Alves is the Mayor of Danbury and the Chairman of the CT State Democratic Party. Roberto was born in Portugal and lived in Brazil before immigrating to the U.S. with his family at the age of 5 in 1989. When he was sworn in as Mayor in 2024, Mayor Alves became the first Democratic mayor of Danbury in 21 years. Please come out to support him and/or donate at AlvesforDanbury.com

Brunch at Bob's
2025-05-13 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-04-22 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-04-08 11:00 - 12:00 | Bob’s Coffee, 33 New Britain Ave, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, 06067, United States
A social hour to meet with your local Democrats, every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month.

Connections & The River
2025-05-12 19:00 - 20:00 | Rocky Hill Community Center, 55 Church Street, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, 06067, United States
Walk bike or roll to Rocky Hill for community conversations! Brief presentations from Wethersfield, Glastonbury, Windsor activists Learn about new connections including the fate of the Rocky Hill Greenway, and more

State Representative Kerry WoodState Representative Amy Morrin BelloGreat Meadows Conservation TrustFirst Town Downtown | WindsorBike Walk WethersfieldBike Walk GlastonburyWalk Bike Rocky HillRiverfront Recapture

Rocky Hill Democratic Town Committee - May Meeting
2025-05-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Rocky Hill Town Council Chambers, 761 Old Main Street, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, 06067, United States
Our monthly meeting: open to all Democrats.

Agenda

Call to order

Pledge of Allegiance

Attendance

Approval of Minutes – April

Chair’s Report

Memorial Day Parade: 5/26 9am from RHHS

Treasurer’s Report – Don Pitkin

Elected Officials Report

State Central Report – Sharon D. Mounds

Board of Education Report

Town Council Report

Subcommittee Reports

Nominating – Mimi Lifshitz Theroux

Other Business

Dan Bishop: Roberto Alves fundraiser, 5/14 6-8pm, Great Taste Restaurant New Britain

Event flyer link

Donation link

Ad book purchase link

Adjourn

Important Dates to Remember

Regular meetings, 7:00 pm, 2nd Thursday of the month

May 26 – 9am Memorial Day parade

June 12 – Arts & Crafts Room, Community Center

July 17 – Candidate Caucus, Arts & Crafts Room, Community Center

Visual Arts Fundraiser: Holi Event Festival of Colors
2025-05-04 11:00 - 14:00 | Rocky Hill High School, 50 Chapin Street, Rocky Hill, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, 06067, United States
THE NATIONAL ART HONOR SOCIETY INVITES YOU TO THE ANNUALSPRING FLING VISUAL ARTS SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISER

YOU BRING:

A WHITE SHIRT

GOOD FRIENDS

CASH TO BUYCOLOR

YOU PURCHASE:

COLORED POWDER

HENNA TATOOSCRAFTS

SHAVED ICE FROM KONA ICE TRUCK

Coffee with local Democrats
2025-05-03 10:00 - 11:00 | Kettle Bagels, 2162 Silas Deane Hwy, Rocky Hill, 06067
Grab coffee with your local Democrats, the first Saturday of every month.

Rocky Hill Housing Forum
2025-04-30 18:30 - 20:00 | Rocky Hill Town Council Chambers, 761 Old Main Street, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, 06067, United States
From the Town of Rocky Hill Website:

Join us for the Rocky Hill Housing Forum on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. in the Town Hall Council Chambers. This important community event will cover a range of vital topics, including pathways to homeownership, how to apply for a mortgage, rental assistance options, and qualifications for Housing Authority units. Whether you’re looking to buy your first home, need help navigating the rental market, or want to better understand affordable housing opportunities, this forum will provide valuable information and resources. Don’t miss this opportunity to get your questions answered and take the next step toward stable, affordable housing in Rocky Hill!

Priority Pathways Plan: A Bicycle and Pedestrian Network for the Greater Hartford region
2025-04-29 18:30 - 19:30 | Connecticut
The Capitol Region Council of Governments (CRCOG) is in the process of developing a Priority Pathways Plan: A Bicycle and Pedestrian Network for the greater Hartford region (spanning across 38 municipalities).

A *virtual* public meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 29th, at 6:30 pm for the community to learn about the plan and understand the benefits of developing a bicycle and pedestrian network.

There will also be an opportunity for individuals to share what is important to them as the network is developed.

Who: The Capitol Region Council of Governments

What: the first public meeting on the Priority Pathways Plan: A Bicycle and Pedestrian Network

Where: Virtual, register here: bit.ly/PriorityPathwayMeeting1

When: April 29, 2025, at 6:30pm

Why: First public meeting of the Priority Pathways Plan. The Capitol Region Council of Governments (CRCOG) is developing a bicycle and pedestrian network and implementation plan for the 38 municipalities in the region. This virtual public meeting will introduce community members to the plan, explore the benefits of developing a bicycle and pedestrian network, and seek initial feedback from the community

Rocky Hill Arts Now Launch
2025-04-27 15:00 - 17:00 | Academy Hall Museum, 785 Old Main St, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, 06067, United States
From Rocky Hill Arts Now:

Your incredible support for the Pride Crosswalk has sparked something even bigger—the official launch of Rocky Hill Arts Now, Inc.!

This brand-new nonprofit is dedicated to bringing public art to our town, starting with the Pride Crosswalk as our first project. Because of you—nearly 200 strong who signed the petition and spoke up—we are making this vision a reality. Now, it’s time to celebrate!

Join us for our first public event:

📅 Sunday, April 27, 2025📍 Academy Hall Museum, 785 Old Main St, Rocky Hill, CT⏰ 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

This is your chance to:🎨 Meet the Board of Directors and our featured artist, Kendall Soliwoda, who will bring the Pride Crosswalk to life! More can be found about his work at www.krsartstudio.com and on Instagram @KRSArt💬 Connect with fellow supporters and learn how you can get involved.🎉 Celebrate bringing public art to Rocky Hill!

We can’t wait to see you there and kick off this exciting new chapter together. Let’s build a more vibrant, creative, and inclusive community—one project at a time!

Allan Smith

Founder & Chair, Rocky Hill Arts Now

Save the Date: On Earth Festival
2025-04-26 08:00 - 17:00 | Connecticut
On Earth Hartford is a vibrant celebration of the Earth and a reward for all the civic engagement and volunteerism around Earth Day.

Board of Education - April Meeting
2025-04-24 19:00 - 20:00 | Rocky Hill Town Council Chambers, 761 Old Main Street, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, 06067, United States
The monthly meeting of Rocky Hill’s Board of Education. Rocky Hill Democrats will be asking about the impact of the Trump administration’s cuts to education programs in Rocky Hill.

A Community Conversation on Childcare with Rep Kerry Wood
2025-04-24 18:00 - 19:00 | Connecticut
Join State Representattives Amy Morrin Bello, Kerry Wood & Kate Farrar for a community conversation on childcare.

Budget Public Hearing and Town Council Meeting
2025-04-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Rocky Hill Town Council Chambers, 761 Old Main Street, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, 06067, United States
Budget Hearing

The Town Manager has submitted a proposed budget for FY 2025 -2026, which can be viewed online. At 7:00, the Town Council hold the public hearing of the budget. In the followng weeks, the town will host a series of workshops on the budget, including presentations from department heads. A budget must be formally adopted by the Town Council by the third Monday of May.

The budget presentation will be at 7:00pm and last for 30 minutes, after which the Town Council will host its regular meeting.

Related:

Councilor Theroux has written about the pressures faced by the town resulting in the current budget.

Town Council Agenda

I. Pledge of Allegiance

II. Public Comment This portion of the meeting is specifically set aside for comments from the public, who are asked to limit their comments to two minutes. Any person interested in providing public comment via email should email publicmeetings@rockyhillct.gov prior to 4 p.m. on the day of the meeting to have their public comment read into the record.

III. Appointments/ Resignations

IV. Approval of Minutes A. Town Council Meeting – April 7, 2025

V. Subcommittee Reports

A. Finance B. Government Operations C. Public Safety D. Senior Liaison E. Land Acquisition and Farmland Preservation F. Liaison to the State Representative and the State Senator G. School Liaison H. Capital Improvements Committee I. Economic Development Subcommittee VI. Consent Agenda

VII. Old Business A. Discussion/Possible Action – Resolution – Connecticut Municipal Redevelopment Authority

VIII. New Business A. Discussion/Possible Action – Transfer of Funds – Internal Service Fund – Board of Education

IX. Mayor’s Report

X. Town Manager’s Report

XI. Adjournment

April Thinking and Doing Day
2025-04-19 13:00 - 17:00 | Sterling Street Sanctuary and Nature Reserve, 75 Sterling Street, Hartford, Connecticut, United States
From the Kamora’s Cultural Corner

Welcome to April Thinking and Doing Day!·

April 19th: EARTH DAY!

Build a gazebo, prepare the labyrinth, gardens and beds, imagine the space

Date: Sat, April 19, 2025

Time: 1:00 PM

Location: Sterling Street Sanctuary and Nature Reserve

Come join us for a fun-filled day of thinking and doing! This event is all about exploring new ideas, trying out new activities, and connecting with like-minded individuals. Whether you’re interested in learning something new or sharing your expertise, this event is perfect for you.

From workshops to hands-on activities, there’s something for everyone at April Thinking and Doing Day. So mark your calendars and get ready for a day of inspiration and creativity at Sterling Street Sanctuary and Nature Reserve!

Virtual Discussion with Rep. Larson and Attorney General Tong
2025-04-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Connecticut
Date & Time

From Congressman Larson:

Dear Friends, Join me Thursday, April 17th, at 7:00 PM for a virtual conversation with Attorney General William Tong. You can register for the event HERE.

In an interview last month, Elon Musk identified Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security as the Trump Administration’s ‘key targets’ for cuts. Since then, the Administration has closed the Regional Office that assists Connecticut residents on Medicare, supported a budget plan in Congress that could pave the way for cuts to Medicaid, and moved forward with cuts at the Social Security Administration, including office closures and lay offs of thousands of workers.I continue to speak out against these cuts in Congress and am committed to not just protecting but strengthening Americans’ earned benefits. At the state level, Connecticut has been a leader in the legal cases against many of these actions.

Attorney General Tong recently joined litigation to block the Administration’s cuts to public health funding, including mental health and addiction services here in Connecticut. Today, he filed a brief in court to block the layoffs and cuts taking place at the Social Security Administration.

As your representative, I want to hear from you. I look forward to discussing these issues and more with Attorney General Tong and answering some of your questions tomorrow night. You can submit a question in advance HERE.

Sustainable CT April Earth Month Coffee Hour
2025-04-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Connecticut
From Sustainable CT:

Join us for a virtual coffee hour to learn about the results of a three-year Sustainable Materials Management (SMM) pilot, funded by DEEP to address the state’s growing waste challenges. Municipalities that participated in the program achieved significant waste reduction and increased recycling. The pilots that led to permanent programs now lead the state in food scrap separation and composting. This session will feature speakers from these communities, sharing insights on what worked, how they engaged residents, and the impact of their efforts, as well as representatives from CT DEEP and Waste Zero. This is an opportunity to connect, ask questions, and hear real-world experiences and key takeaways from the pilot. Join Sustainable CT for virtual, informal, discussions most third Thursdays of each month. We share program updates and resources, explore your questions, and strengthen the network of Sustainable CT champions. These sessions are free and open to all.

Silent Book Club
2025-04-13 16:00 - 17:00 | Still Hill Brewery, 1275 Cromwell Ave, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, United States
From Silent Book Club:

Silent Book Club is a global community of book lovers who gather to read together in comfortable, social settings. With more than 1,000 chapters worldwide, SBC fosters a love of reading, builds community, and provides a welcome respite from the digital world.

Silent Book Club founder’s Statement on Executive Order to eliminate Institute of Museum and Library Services

https://silentbook.club/blogs/blog/show-up-for-our-libraries

Rocky Hill Democratic Town Committee - April Meeting
2025-04-10 19:30 - 21:30 | Rocky Hill Town Council Chambers, 761 Old Main Street, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, 06067, United States
Our monthly meeting: open to all Democrats.

Agenda

Call to order

Pledge of Allegiance

Attendance

Approval of Minutes – March

Chair’s Report

Treasurer’s Report – Don Pitkin

Elected Officials Report

State Central Report – Sharon D. Mounds

Board of Education Report

Town Council Report

Subcommittee Reports

Nominating – Mimi Lifshitz Theroux

Communications – Derek Caelin

Other Business

Adjourn

Coffee Hour with Kerry Wood
2025-04-09 08:30 - 09:30 | Heirloom Market, 263 Main Street, Wethersfield, Connecticut, United States
Join State Rep Kerry Wood and State Senator John Fonfara for coffee at Heirloom Market.

Questions or cannot attend but would like to speak with Kerry or John? Contact Allie Kyff at Allison.Kyff@cga.ct.gov

Town Council Meeting - April
2025-04-07 19:00 - 20:00 | Rocky Hill Town Council Chambers, 761 Old Main Street, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, 06067, United States
Our monthly town council meeting. Highlights for this meeting:

The budget is likely to be a major focus.

This description will be updated as we get closer to the event.

What you can do

West Hill School’s roof is in disrepair as a result of a lack of investment in the Capital Improvement Fund. As a result, the roof will often leak when it rains. In addition to damaging the building itself, a damp building is harmful to the health of students and teachers. Please speak at public comment to ask the town prioritize the capital improvement fund, and specifically to prioritize the rebuilding of the roof.

Public Hearing - Connecticut Municipal Redevelopment Authority
2025-04-07 18:30 - 19:00 | Rocky Hill Town Council Chambers, 761 Old Main Street, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, 06067, United States
A public presentation from the Municipal Redevelopment Authority on the services they could provide to aid transit-oriented development, particularly of housing, in Rocky Hill’s downtown area. More details here.

Lenten Gathering for Justice
2025-04-06 09:00 - 10:00 | Rocky Hill Congregational Church, 805 Old Main Street, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, 06067, United States
From the Racial Justice Committee at the Rocky Hil Congregational Church:

“Please join us for a gathering in support of marginalized communities on Sunday, March 16 from 9-10 AM and with any luck continuing through Lent as part of our Lenten observance and commitment to justice.

While we continue to financially support many marginalized groups, there is an urgent need for us to physically stand in the storm with members of our church and the community.

This will be a peaceful gathering in support of the LGBTQ community, Black lives, Immigrants, and all those being targeted in our country. Please invite like-minded friends but keep in mind our message is one of support and we want to avoid specific political attacks in our messaging.
