The Bethel Grapevine is a free, online, hyperlocal magazine focusing on the best of Bethel, CT.

Happy Trails: Fairfield County NEMBA’s involvement in our beloved local trail systems

July 25, 2022

This month we feature an article about our local mountain bike trails and how they are maintained.

Have you ever wondered...Do cows really have four stomachs? Why do cats sleep so much? What foods are safe for my pet to eat? If so, you have come to the right place!

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Around Town Photography

Kellie O'Brien

Elyse Shapiro

Erik Andersen

Mitchell's Salon

14 Grassy Plain Street Bethel, CT

Edison Kitchen

186 Greenwood Avenue Bethel, CT

Hollandia Nurseries

Farm and Nursery - 103 Old Hawleyville Road, Bethel, CT 06801

Hollandia Gift, Garden, & Home - 95 Stony Hill Road, Bethel, CT 06801

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Features

Featured Articles

Celebrating Bethel’s LGBTQIA+ Community

Emily Denaro

July 19, 2022

Last month Bethel had a good turnout in spite of the weather to celebrate Pride Month with its 5th annual Pride Parade.

Ask the vet

Ask the Vet - Lions and tigers and bears, oh my!

Dr. Emily Andersen

March 30, 2022

In this month's Ask the Vet column, Dr. Emily shares some tips for safely cohabitating and enjoying our wild animal neighbors.

Bites of Bethel

Bethel Outdoor Dining - Spring 2022

Karen Hemsey

May 22, 2022

Some might say that Bethel's vibe is that of a beach-town without a beach, boasting a unique variety of outdoor dining and music options.

Nature's Nooks

Nordic, the Other Skiing

Don Goodrich

January 18, 2022

This month's Nature's Nooks column explores the beauty and winter fun of Cross Country Skiing.

Featured Articles

The Bethel Sharks: A Proclamation & a BIG Reveal!

Michaela Lawlor

March 14, 2022

The Bethel Grapevine exclusive has Bethel Sharks UNMASKED, Proclamation and more!

Featured Articles

J's Homemade Elderberry Syrup

Karen Hemsey

March 21, 2022

J's Homemade Elderberry Syrup is a well loved local business and is a growing healthy brand in Bethel and beyond.

Nature's Nooks

Baffled by Buffleheads

Don Goodrich

July 19, 2022

In this month's Nature's Nooks, the Bufflehead Duck is explored. Have you ever seen one?

Ask the vet

Ask the Vet-One Health: how we are all interconnected

Dr. Emily Andersen

January 17, 2022

January is One Health Awareness month, and Dr. Emily shares with us what this means in this month's Ask the Vet Column.

Poetry Corner

Bethel Has a New Poet Laureate!

Cortney Davis

January 24, 2022

Bethel has chosen its next poet laureate.

Nature's Nooks

Bridges

Don Goodrich

February 28, 2022

This month's Nature's Nooks explores deep woods bridges often found while hiking.

Poetry Corner

Poetry Corner - Don't Hesitate - A poem by Mary Oliver

Hannah Lipman

March 21, 2022

March 21st is World Poetry Day, and we honor this day with a 'very fitting for these times' poem by Mary Oliver written in 2017.

Featured Articles

Lights, Camera, Action! Greenwood Features is the new and improved face of Bethel Cinema

Michaela Lawlor

June 22, 2022

Greenwood Features, home to the former Bethel Cinema, has been reimagined offering a wide range of features and a new concession menu.

Poetry Corner

Poetry Corner - Amanda Gorman's New Year's Poem - A New Day's Lyric

Cortney Davis

January 3, 2021

In this month's Poetry Corner, we are featuring Amanda Gorman's latest poem 'New Day's Lyric'.

Bygone Bethel

A Brief History of the Bethel Opera House

Michaela Lawlor

January 11, 2022

Ever wonder about the history of the Bethel Opera House on Greenwood Avenue? This month's ByGone Bethel explores its past to current day.

Featured Articles

Bethel Business Spotlight: Ava Party Designs

Michaela Lawlor

February 27, 2022

This month, BGV is proud to showcase, Ava Party Designs.

Bygone Bethel

The Governor’s Visit to Bethel - 1903

Patrick Tierney Wild

May 11, 2021

A Day to Remember

Bites of Bethel

Bites of Bethel - Edison Kitchen

Genée West

December 18, 2021

Bethel's newest restaurant, Edison Kitchen, is all about preparing meals with fresh ingredients, offering fine service and a positive vibe.

Featured Articles

Meet the Bethel Teen Whose Igloo went Viral.

Erik Ofgang

February 13, 2021

For as long as he can remember, 17-year-old Kyle Stejskal has enjoyed creating things.

Bygone Bethel

The Mysterious Early Life of Maria Parloa

Patrick Tierney Wild

April 12, 2021

America’s first celebrity cook once called Bethel her home but also kept her life’s beginnings a closely guarded secret.

Featured Articles

Bethel High School presents A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Jenn Schenkel

November 28, 2021

Bethel High School Theater is back with a family friendly production of A Christmas Carol on December 3rd and 4th at 7pm at BHS.

Featured Articles

Bethel Poet Laureate Cortney Davis delivers Inaugural Poem

Hannah Lipman

December 8, 2021

As one of her last duties as Bethel, CT Poet Laureate, Cortney Davis delivered the inaugural poem to celebrate Bethel's elected officials.

Nature's Nooks

Spring

Don Goodrich

April 12, 2021

Nature's sights and sounds welcome us into springtime in this month's Nature's Nooks column.

Featured Articles

Why You Should See Bright Star this Weekend

Jenna Roche

November 5, 2021

Performances are at Bethel High School tonight, Friday 11/5 at 7pm, and on Saturday 11/6 at 2pm and 7pm. Tickets are $15 at the door.

Bygone Bethel

Bethel Counterfeiters Nabbed by the U.S. Secret Service

Patrick Tierney Wild

March 15, 2021

Newspapers from NYC to San Francisco trumpeted the story of how a den of highly-skilled counterfeiters had been discovered in Bethel, CT.

Ask the vet

Ask The Vet - Why Do Some Dogs Snore?

Dr. Emily Andersen

March 15, 2021

Dr Emily, why do some dogs snore? And how do I know when/if it is an indicator of another problem that my pet may have?

Nature's Nooks

Up Up and Away

Don Goodrich

October 26, 2021

A hot air balloon flight is an amazing means to float among the clouds, scudding across the treetops as the earth passes peacefully below.

Bygone Bethel

Terre Haute Golf Course

Mike Taylor

October 15, 2021

There once was a beautiful golf course in Bethel, CT called Terre Haute. Bethelite, Mike Taylor, shares fond memories of the property.

Bygone Bethel

Haunted by Stony Hill’s Past

Patrick Tierney Wild

October 25, 2021

A Look at Historic Houses of Stony Hill.

Extreme Bethel

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Extreme Bethel Episode 8 - Josie's 3rd Birthday Celebration!

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Happy Mother's Day to my Mom who is an inspiration with her positive attitude and sense of humor. Love you MOM! Love, Hannah

Hannah Lipman

Happy Birthday, Alice Hutchinson, owner of Byrd's Books. She keeps us well read! Love Alice and her son Steve!

Shout out to Linda & Mark Andersen who hosted a spectacular virtual Scotty Fund Gala on December 5th. The feeling of love was all around! Incredible evening. Thank you for all you do for families in need.

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Happy Trails: Fairfield County NEMBA’s involvement in our beloved local trail systems

Around Town Photography

Kellie O'Brien

Elyse Shapiro

Erik Andersen

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Features

Celebrating Bethel’s LGBTQIA+ Community

Ask the Vet - Lions and tigers and bears, oh my!

Bethel Outdoor Dining - Spring 2022

Nordic, the Other Skiing

The Bethel Sharks: A Proclamation & a BIG Reveal!

J's Homemade Elderberry Syrup

Baffled by Buffleheads

Ask the Vet-One Health: how we are all interconnected

Bethel Has a New Poet Laureate!

Bridges

Poetry Corner - Don't Hesitate - A poem by Mary Oliver

Lights, Camera, Action! Greenwood Features is the new and improved face of Bethel Cinema

Poetry Corner - Amanda Gorman's New Year's Poem - A New Day's Lyric

A Brief History of the Bethel Opera House

Bethel Business Spotlight: Ava Party Designs

The Governor’s Visit to Bethel - 1903

Bites of Bethel - Edison Kitchen

Meet the Bethel Teen Whose Igloo went Viral.

The Mysterious Early Life of Maria Parloa

Bethel High School presents A CHRISTMAS CAROL

Bethel Poet Laureate Cortney Davis delivers Inaugural Poem

Spring

Why You Should See Bright Star this Weekend

Bethel Counterfeiters Nabbed by the U.S. Secret Service

Ask The Vet - Why Do Some Dogs Snore?

Up Up and Away

Terre Haute Golf Course

Haunted by Stony Hill’s Past

Extreme Bethel

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For Goodness’ Sake

Thank You!

Bites of Bethel: Portofino

An Overlooked Historic Landmark Stands the Test of Time

When Eleanor Roosevelt Visited Bethel

So…What Did You Do During Quarantine?