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Poetry Corner - Lessons from the Wind
Poetry Corner

Poetry Corner - Lessons from the Wind

By
Hannah Lipman
January 19, 2026
Lessons from the Wind, a poem born from visual art and shared in gratitude, community, and the quiet power of poetry.

Features

A New Chapter Ahead for Bethel’s Sycamore Drive-In
Featured Articles

A New Chapter Ahead for Bethel’s Sycamore Drive-In

By
Rob Sample
January 3, 2026
The Sycamore’s last 28 years were defined by the Austin family’s care, commitment, and deep connection to the Bethel community.
Poetry Corner - Passing the torch
Poetry Corner

Poetry Corner - Passing the torch

By
Rick Magee
December 31, 2025
Welcome, Dark-eyed Juncos
Nature's Nooks

Welcome, Dark-eyed Juncos

By
Don Warfield
November 15, 2025
Sweet Paperie: Chic Serendipity in the Heart of Downtown Bethel
Featured Articles

Sweet Paperie: Chic Serendipity in the Heart of Downtown Bethel

By
Rob Sample
December 29, 2025
Bites of Bethel : Spice Indian Cuisine and Bar
Bites of Bethel

Bites of Bethel : Spice Indian Cuisine and Bar

By
Andrea Markel
November 15, 2025
Poetry Corner - Wearing Earrings Again after the Covid Pandemic
Poetry Corner

Poetry Corner - Wearing Earrings Again after the Covid Pandemic

By
Hannah Lipman
November 15, 2025

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Winter sunset, PT Barnum Square, December 2024.

Joe Welfeld

Sunset, 2024

Green and pink aurora borealis over Bethel, CT

Genée West

Aurora Borealis over Bethel, 2024

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