First Day Hike, Dinosaur State Park
2026-01-01 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Dinosaur State Park, 400 West Street, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, 06067, United States
This is not a Democratic Town Committee Event

Dinosaur State Park – Rocky Hill, CT Join Dinosaur State Park staff and the Friends of Dinosaur State Park from 10:00am – 1:00pm for a guided hike on the Red Trail. Please meet at the Dinosaur State Park Outdoor Track Casting Area (towards the left side of the building when entering from the visitor parking lot).

The Red Trail is approximately 0.3 miles and very flat, making it appropriate for all ages. However, please make sure to wear appropriate winter footwear as the trail is mostly along a boardwalk which may be slippery when wet. The guided walk will take approximately 15-20 minutes. No pets are allowed on trails other than service animals (on a leash). Hikers should bring water and snacks as needed, and dress appropriately for the cold weather.

From 10:00am – 1:00pm, Dinosaur State Park will also have a Tree Cookie New Years Resolution table activity, campfire, and hot refreshments provided by the Friends of Dinosaur Park and Arboretum. These events will be taking place in the Track Casting Area.

Please note that the indoor Exhibit Center will be closed throughout the event and there is only one clivus/composting toilet which is located to right side of casting area

No registration needed

Cancellation due to inclement weather will be posted on the Dinosaur State Park Instagram page. If cancelled, this event will not be rescheduled

For questions about the event please contact Michael Ross at (860) 529-5816 or by email at michael.p.ross@ct.gov, or Emily Rochette at (860) 529-5816 or by email at emily.rochette@ct.gov.

Event photo viahttps://www.facebook.com/DinosaurStateParkFriends

More First Day eventshttps://ctparks.com/events/first-day-events-hikes-and-walks

Brisk Winter Walk
2026-01-04 01:00 - 15:00 | Great Meadows Goff Brook Lane entrance, Rocky Hill, 78 Goff Brook Lane, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, 06067, United States
This event is not organized by the Democratic Town Committee.

The January “Brisk Winter Walks” are organized by the Great Meadows Conservation Trust (GMCT). There are several throughout the month of January. The walks are designed to get people outside, to teach attendees about the various GMCT parcels, to meet members of the GMCT, and to learn about the work of the Trust.

GMCT is a non-partisan land trust, incorporated in 1968 by concerned citizens of Wethersfield, Rocky Hill and Glastonbury as a non-profit tax-exempt land trust to protect and preserve the Great Meadows.

January 4, 1:00pmMeet at the Meadows gate at 78 Goff Brook Lane (pictured), off of Old Main Street. Join GMCT president Tim Lewis on a hike to several of the parcels in the Rocky Hill Meadows. The walk will begin on the farm road, and take a turn around the Goff Brook Trail in the DiPaola parcel, and walk out into the Meadows, noting the Nature Conservancy flood plain forest study transect and the planting of DED (Dutch elm disease) tolerant Elm Trees.

Dress for the weather and ground conditions, including mud or snow. Weather and water conditions may revise or cancel. These areas are used for hunting, so wear an orange vest if you have one. Call or text Jim Woodworth for the latest information, 860-808-9968.

Brisk Winter Walk #3: Sunday, January 4, 2026. 1:00 PM. Rocky Hill Meadows, DiPaola Parcel, and the Goff Brook Trail.

For more scheduled Brisk Winter Walks: https://gmct.org/events/

CT Congressman John Larson hosts his first Telephone Town Hall of 2026!
2026-01-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Connecticut
The Congressman will host a telephone Town Hall to discuss skyrocketing health care costs, Trump’s military operation in Venezuela, and his priorities for 2026.

From the desk of Congressman Larson:

Before the holidays, four Republicans joined our effort to force a vote on a Democratic-led bill to extend the Affordable Care Act tax credits 20 million Americans rely on. They expired January 1st, and already, families across the country are seeing rising costs. This week, the House will vote to restore these credits and take action to lower costs.

In addition to the cost of health care, I know many of you are concerned by the Trump Administration’s actions in Venezuela, including the arrest and capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro this past weekend. I oppose this military action and demand accountability and transparency now before the U.S. becomes entangled in another forever war. As the new year begins, I remain focused on protecting access to health care, lowering costs, and holding the Trump Administration accountable. I look forward to having you on the line to hear from you and discuss these important issues.

VOICE Committee meeting
2026-01-08 18:30 - 19:30 | Rocky Hill High School, 50 Chapin Street, Rocky Hill, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, 06067, United States
From BOE Member Thomas Cosker:“Our first VOICE Committee meeting will take place this Thursday, January 8, at 6:30 p.m. in the High School Auditorium.

The purpose of this meeting is to highlight the steps our district is taking through student assemblies, curriculum, and professional learning to reinforce the message that students’ words matter. We also hope to strengthen community involvement, as addressing concerns begins with awareness and open communication.We appreciate your partnership and encourage families to attend.”

Meet and Greet: Josh Elliott in Wethersfield
2026-01-11 11:30 - 12:30 | Connecticut
Meet Gubernatorial Candidate Josh Elliott.

Democratic Caucus
2026-01-13 19:00 - 20:30 | Rocky Hill Town Council Chambers, 761 Old Main Street, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, 06067, United States
We will endorse candidates for the position of Town Committee Member.

Candidate for Congress in District 1 Jillian Gilchrest will address the committee prior to the caucus meeting.

Candidate Caucus Meeting Agenda

Call Meeting to order by Temporary Chair

Temporary Chair Appoints Temporary Secretary

Temporary Secretary reads meeting notice

Election of a permanent Chair

Election of a permanent Secretary

Nominations

Election

Announcement of results

Adjourn

View the meeting notice on Google Drive.

CT State Rep Kerry Wood invites the Public to learn about increasing Hate Crimes in our state
2026-01-20 17:00 - 18:30 | Connecticut
Representative Wood wants to make Rocky Hill and Wethersfield residents aware of the swelling of hate crimes in Connecticut and how the state and communities are responding.The discussion will take place this Tuesday at the Wethersfield Police Department Community Meeting Room, 250 Silas Deane Highway from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Coffee & Conversations with Mayor Allan Smith at Rocky Hill Senior Center Lobby
2026-01-22 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-26 10:30 - 11:30 | Rocky Hill Senior Center Lobby, 55 Church Street, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, 06067, United States

CT State Representative Kerry Wood invites residents to Animal Welfare Caucus
2026-01-27 10:00 - 11:00 | State Legislative Office Building, 300 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, Connecticut, United States
The Animal Welfare Caucus will meet at 10 a.m. at the Legislative Office Building in Hartford. Please come and share your ideas for how we can improve our laws protecting our furry friends ahead of the legislative session slated to begin in early February.

Register to speak in person or virtually by emailing Mackenzie.Frenette@cga.ct.gov.

Rocky Hill Food Share Fridays
2026-01-30 13:00 - 13:45, 2026-02-13 13:00 - 13:45, 2026-02-27 13:00 - 13:45 | Elm Ridge Park, Elm Street, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, 06067, United States
This event is not organized by the Rocky Hill DTC.

Families in need are eligible for free fresh food distribution at Elm Ridge Park on second and fourth Fridays from 1:00-1:45pm. The mobile food share is sponsored by volunteers from Oasis of Life Christian Church. For more information call the Oasis Church at 860-529-0701 or Foodshare at 860-286-9999.

Dates through April 2026:

January 30

February 13 & 27

March 13 & 27

April 10 & 24

Nurses Vigil for Alex Pretti
2026-01-31 11:45 - 17:00 | State Capitol Building, 210 Capitol Ave, Hartford, Connecticut, 06067, United States
Join healthcare workers and elected officials to honor and remember Alex and all people impacted by the violence of ICE.

Gather at 1145, Program starts at 1200CT State Capitol, Hartford, North Steps

Organized with support fromCTNU, Working Families Power, Indivisible-CT, AFT-CT, and

Call to action to help Concierge residents
2026-02-05 18:30 - 23:30 | Former Democratic Town Committee Headquarters, 632 Cromwell Ave, Rocky Hill, CT, 06067, United States
This page will be updated with more information as we learn more.

Residents of two buildings at the Concierge Apartments in Rocky hill were told today that, due to safety concerns, they must relocate to a hotel by midnight. They do not know when they will be able to return home.

We need your help.

Join us tonight at 6:30pm

632 Cromwell Ave, Rocky Hill

(Next door to Arch 2)

We are gathering to coordinate a neighborhood support group to help residents pack, move, and get settled safely.

Please bring

Snacks and drinks for residents

Packing Supplies

Bags

Tape

Moving Carts

Hand Trucks, setc

Extra Hands willing to help.

Our neighbors are face an unexpected and stressful displacement. Together, we can make this transition easier and remind them they are not alone.

Thank you for stepping up for our community.

Tenants Rights Workshop with Concierge Apts Tenants
2026-02-09 18:00 - 19:30 | Connecticut
“CT Fair Housing Center is going to offer a tenants rights workshop on zoom on Monday night at 6pm for the Concierge Tenants. The sign up is bit.ly/conciergetenants

We are hoping to give everyone some basic info on their rights/legal options as we follow-up individually with the tenants.”

An Event in Support of Governor Ned Lamont
2026-02-11 18:30 - 20:00 | Former Democratic Town Committee Headquarters, 632 Cromwell Ave, Rocky Hill, CT, 06067, United States
Come see Governor Ned Lamont speak about his upcoming campaign. Food will be provided.

Host Commitee:State Rep Kerry Wood, State Senator Matt Lesser, State Rep Amy Morrin Bellow, State Senator Norm Needleman, State Senator MD Rahman, State Rep Gary Turco, Mayor Jon Trister, Tejal Vallam, Martha Conneely, Julie Thompson, Adam Wood

DTC Monthly Meeting
2026-02-12 19:00 - 20:30 | Rocky Hill Town Council Chambers, 761 Old Main Street, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, 06067, United States
Our monthly meeting: open to all Democrats.

Candidate for Congress in District 1 Ruth Fortune will address the committee.

Full agenda.

Tenants Rights Webinar with the CT Fair Housing Center
2026-02-17 17:30 - 19:00 | Connecticut
CT Fair Housing Center offer a tenants rights workshop on zoom on Tuesday February 17 at 530pm for Concierge Tenants.

See resources from the previous webinar.

Public Information Meeting Regarding Paid Family and Medical Leave
2026-02-18 08:30 - 09:30 | Rocky Hill Town Council Chambers, 761 Old Main Street, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, 06067, United States
Rocky Hill business owners and residents are invited to attend a presentation by the Connecticut Paid Leave Authority as they provide guidance on:

How businesses can comply with the law

What types of leave qualify

Who is eligible

How to apply for benefits

This meeting is presented by the Economic Development Office. For questions, please reach out to amaine@rockyhillct.gov

Support Carpenter's Local 326 Rally in Support of Displaced Residents
2026-02-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Corner of Cold Spring Rd & Cromwell Ave, Corner of Cold Spring Rd & Cromwell Ave, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, United States
Join Carpenter’s Local 326 as they rally on behalf displaced residents and legitimate repairs. Bring non perishable food items to share with residents of Concierge apartments.

Concierge Tenants Organizing Meeting
2026-02-23 17:00 | Holiday Inn Express Newington, 2553 Berlin Turnpike, Newington, Connecticut, United States
Concierge Tenants, please join us for a meeting with members of the Connecticut Tenants Union. Lets talk about how we can organize together and protect ourselves.

CT State Rep Kerry Wood hosts Coffee & Discussion at Ciao Cafe!
2026-02-24 08:00 - 09:00 | Connecticut
Representative Kerry Wood would like to meet with Wethersfield and Rocky Hill residents to discuss the session, your concerns, thoughts, and ideas regarding the 29th district.You’re invited to join Kerry for “Coffee with Rep. Wood” at Ciao Cafe, 825 Cromwell Avenue in Rocky Hill, on Tuesday, February 24th, from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m.

For questions and to register for this event, please email Mackenzie.Frenette@cga.ct.gov.

Click here for more information from Representative Wood!

CT Senator Chris Murphy to speak at the People's State of the Union Rally on the National Mall
2026-02-24 20:00 - 23:00 | Connecticut
Two streaming websites, the non-profit organization MoveOn and the Meidas Touch You Tube network, will live stream the People’s State of the Union on the National Mall in Washington D.C. as an alternative to Trump’s State of the Union address.

Hosted by Katie Phang and Joy Reid, the event will feature lawmakers, such as our own Senator Murphy, alongside federal workers, immigrants, and Americans impacted by Trump’s policies.

Watch live streams of this event on either the Move On Mobilize website or the MeidasTouch YouTube channel on February 24th at 8 p.m.

Follow-up Tenants Rights Workshop for Concierge Apartments Tenants
2026-02-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Connecticut
From the CT Fair Housing Center:

We are going to hold a follow-up tenants rights workshop for Concierge Apartments tenants next Wednesday, February 25 at 6pm on zoom. Here is the registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/LgqCClVdTseDHKFQq4JtXw Please feel free to forward to other tenants.

As requested, we’ve invited a tenant organizer to this next call to share information on how to organize. We are still working on an updated FAQ document from the last meeting but are attaching the slides and previous FAQs for the new folks who joined last time.

For those interested in getting organized, there is going to be a tenant organizing training put on by the Connecticut Tenants Union on Saturday, Feb. 28 from 9:30am – 3:30pm in Meriden. You can sign up here: https://connecticut-tenants-union.solidarity.tech/training-for-tenant-power.

Resources from first workshop:

Concierge Tenants Workshop SlidesDownload

Connecticut Tenants Union Training for Tenant Power
2026-02-28 09:30 - 15:30 | Connecticut
From the Connecticut Tenants Union:

To address the problems we face as tenants, we must build strong, organized tenant unions that can win the changes we need. Our landlords don’t need any one of us, but they do need all of us! Join CT Tenants Union organizers to learn the skills and strategies we need to build fighting tenant unions that can win dignity and stability in our homes.

Registration is free; we’ll provide breakfast and lunch on Saturday. Please note that we cannot fulfill interpretation/transportation requests made within 1 week of the training date, though we will assist in arranging carpools where possible!

Para abordar los problemas que enfrentamos como inquilinos, debemos crear sindicatos de inquilinos fuertes y organizados que puedan lograr los cambios que necesitamos. Nuestros propietarios no necesitan a ninguno de nosotros, ¡pero sí nos necesitan a todos! Únase a los organizadores del sindicato de inquilinos de CT para aprender las habilidades y estrategias que necesitamos para crear sindicatos de inquilinos combativos que puedan ganar dignidad y estabilidad en nuestros hogares.

La inscripción es gratuita; ofreceremos desayuno y almuerzo el sábado. Tenga en cuenta que no podemos garantizar las solicitudes de interpretación o transporte realizadas dentro de una semana antes de la fecha de la capacitación, aunque le ayudaremos a organizar viajes compartidos siempre que sea posible.

Location will be provided to people who RSVP.

Sacred Solidarity: Lenten Rally for Peace
2026-03-01 09:15 - 10:00, 2026-03-08 09:15 - 10:00 | Rocky Hill Congregational Church, 805 Old Main Street, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, 06067, United States

CT Alzheimer's Association Advocacy Day at the CT Capitol
2026-03-11 09:00 - 12:00 | Connecticut
The CT Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association invites residents to join the us for Alzheimer’s Action Day at the State Capitol. Find out how to advocate those with the disease by telling your Alzheimer’s story and hear about new legislation that will assist those with the disease and their caregivers.

Register here for the event

DTC Monthly Meeting: March
2026-03-12 19:00 - 20:30 | Rocky Hill Town Council Chambers, 761 Old Main Street, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, 06067, United States
Our monthly meeting.

This is the “Organizational Meeting” of the DTC. We will elect officers.

Full Agenda
