Stratford

Stratford News: Narcotics Arrest

The Stratford Police Department’s Narcotics & Vice Unit announces the arrest of Stefan Bagley on April 24, 2024. Stefan Bagley, age 42, is a Convicted Felon. He was the target of a narcotics investigation that occurred during the month of April 2024.Stefan Bagley is charged with Operation of a Drug Factory, Possession with Intent to Sell a Narcotic Substance, Possession with Intent to Sell a Hallucinogen Substance and Violation of Conditions of his Release. Approximately 70 grams of crack cocaine was seized as a result of a search warrant which targeted Stefan Bagley’s person, vehicle and residence.Stefan Bagley was held in lieu of a $500,000.00 bond.

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Foodies: Stratford’s newest Cookbook Shop and Cooking Lessons Spot

Corey Riley, the owner of Foodies Cookbook Shop in Stratford, Connecticut, shares insights into his unique culinary venture. Founded on a passion for food and a desire to share knowledge, Foodies Cookbook Shop offers a blend of new, used, and vintage cookbooks, along with cooking classes for enthusiasts of all levels. For Corey, this venture represents the realization of a long-held dream. With a background in hospitality spanning back to his teenage years, he saw an opportunity to combine his love for food with his entrepreneurial spirit. What sets Foodies Cookbook Shop apart is its fusion of cookbook retail with hands-on cooking experiences. Corey believes that the cookbook element adds depth to the cooking classes, providing customers with not just…

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Stratford Library Offers “British Invasion”

Music History Talk/Video Set for May 7 The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street in Stratford will offer a special music history presentation, “The British Invasion and American Answer: A Musical Journey”, on Tuesday, May 7 at 7 pm.  The program is free and open to the public. Author and pop culture historian Marty Gitlin, who enthralled library patrons last February with his program on “The Birth of Rock and Roll”, will offer a fun and nostalgic journey through the most iconic and greatest era of rock-and-roll history. This presentation highlights performance videos of influential British Invasion superstars such as the Beatles, Rolling Stones, Kinks, Hollies, Dave Clark Five and The Who as well as American bands that provided a wonderful reply such as the Beach…

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ARTHRITIS SUBJECT OF STRATFORD LIBRARY TALK

“Common Causes of Arthritis” Set For May 1 The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street, will present an informative health care lecture about “The Common Causes of Arthritis” on Wednesday, May 1 at 11 am.  The program is free and open to the public and one of dozens of free, health-related programs offered annually by the library. Guest speaker Adam S Driesman, MD is a fellowship-trained adult hip and knee surgeon who focuses on treating people of all ages who suffer from debilitating hip or knee conditions. He understands these ailments not only limit mobility, but can drastically affect quality of life, preventing one from enjoying many activities. As a physician, he pledges to take the time to listen to your story, understand what is important to…

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Stratford Library Offers “Roots of Black Music”

Musician/Song Writer Karlus Trapp Performs May 3 The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street in Stratford will offer a special music history concert, “The Roots of Black Music in America”, on Friday, May 3 at 7 pm.  The concert, featuring musician Karlus Trapp, is free and open to the public. Producer, songwriter, teacher & troubadour Karlus Trapp presents his delightful, educational and entertaining 100-year journey back through time for Stratford audiences. Trapp offers a fresh perspective through song, story and history to learn about the music of America’s black musical giants. Hear Scott Joplin during the birth of Ragtime. Dance to the Charleston in the 1920’s. Play air guitar with Chuck Berry or sing along with the Supremes in the 1960’s.…

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 “MANAGING MONEY MATTERS” AT STRATFORD LIBRARY APRIL 30

 The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street in Stratford, Connecticut will offer "Managing Money Matters" with guest speaker Patrina Dixon on Tuesday, April 30 at 6:30 pm.  Dixon, an author, blogger, YouTuber and podcaster will give the tools and information to help individuals make their financial goals a reality.  Learn tips and strategies to master managing cash flow and increase your savings. The workshop is free and open to the public.      Patrina Dixon is a Certified Financial Education Instructor, Registered Financial Consultant and two-time #1 Best Selling Author and International Speaker.  As Founder and CEO of "It’$ My Money", her own local Connecticut TV show, Dixon and her team are on a mission to help people transform their lives by mastering money management skills. She has…

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Stratford Library Hosts Edible Wild Plants Program April 25

The Stratford Library will host a special workshop "Edible Wild Plans and Fungi of Spring”,an informative and entertaining seasonal presentation on Thursday, April 25 at 6:30 pm. Theprogram is free and open to the public.As the warmer temperatures and longer days of spring unfold, many tender, young edibleshoots, plants, flowers, and even a few fungi awaken a forager’s senses and delight. At theLibrary program, attendees will learn how to identify, sustainably harvest, and prepare the wildfoods of spring, from invasive bamboo shoots to the lemony tang of fresh wood sorrel, includingsome of the early edible fungi of the season.Guest speakers for the program are “The 3 Foragers”, a family from southeasternConnecticut who have been identifying, photographing, and cooking with the…

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Multi-generational Walk and Talk is Back in May.

The Stratford Health Department, The Baldwin Center, Stratford Parents’ Place and Stratford YMCA are excited to announce their Spring Walk N' Talk series. We are inviting grandparents, parents, caregivers, and providers to join in for this enriching multigenerational experience. Lace up your sneakers, bring your loved ones, and join us as we walk and engage in health-related conversations. Dates and locations: Tuesday, May 7th, 2024          9:30 AM – 10:30 AM (Shakespeare Trail) Tuesday, May 14th, 2024        9:30 AM – 10:30 AM (Short Beach) Tuesday, May 21st, 2024        9:30 AM – 10:30 AM (Longbrook Park) Tuesday, May 28th, 2024        9:30 AM – 10:30 AM (Roosevelt Forest) The Walk N' Talk sessions will kick off with a 30-minute talking session…

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