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Spotted on the Guilford calendar: Italian Festival 2026

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Hello Guilford! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Price drops on Guilford's meticulously restored 1660 Pitkin mansion
  • Jacobs Beach in Guilford shut down indefinitely, reason still unclear
  • Get ready for three days of Guilford Fair fun

Also on today's calendar: Italian Festival 2026 and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: What is the difference between a jeweler and a jailer? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 82 and low of 70 degrees.
  • Friday: Humid with a thunderstorm, temps: high: 80, low: 66.
  • Saturday: Periods of sun; less humid, with a high of 81 and low of 64 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Price Cut On Historic 1660 Home In Guilford (patch.com) — Guilford readers can now eye a rare piece of local history, as the restored 1660 Pitkin mansion on Highwoods Drive has just seen a $54,000 price cut. Set on nearly four acres with mature trees, gardens, and over 5,400 square feet of living space, the five-bedroom home blends careful historic restoration with discreet modern updates.
   

• Jacobs Beach Closed Until Further Notice: Town Of Guilford (patch.com) — Guilford residents should be aware that Jacobs Beach is closed until further notice after shutting down on Tuesday and remaining closed Wednesday. The town has not yet explained the reason, though past closures have followed heavy rain, and officials are seeking more details from Parks and Recreation.
   

• 2026 Guilford Fair Upcoming: Dates, Entertainment, Attractions (patch.com) — Guilford residents can look forward to the 2026 Guilford Fair, running Sept. 18–20 at the Guilford Fairgrounds with a special America 250 theme honoring the role of horses in early America. The fair features a free parade from the Guilford Town Green, big-name tribute bands, circus acts, racing pigs, disc dog performances, rides, exhibits, and detailed ticket and parking information for local families.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Vista Life Innovations Celebrates The Class of 2026 Graduates —Vista Life Innovations Read on Patch
  • Shoreline Sharks & New York Rangers Team Up for 2026 Learn to Play Program —Pam M. Read on Patch
  • There used to be a purple house on Seaview Avenue in Guilford that I think was sold and redone.
    It looks really pretty now. I think it's light blue with white trim and they added something over the garage. Am I right ? (Nextdoor Long Hill)
  • Panera Bread posted a job opening for Catering Lead in Guilford. Apply here.
  • Snipes posted a job opening for Stock Personnel in East Haven. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Guilford here.

🗞 Nearby News

Madison

  • Madison P&Z Approves Downtown, Sidewalk Projects And 4-Unit Apartment Building (patch.com)

North Branford

  • North Branford Police Remind, Caution, Drivers To Slow Down, Stop For Buses As School Begins Wednesday (patch.com)

Ok Guilford! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A jeweler sells watches and a jailer watches cells. (Thank you Jean D. for sending it in!)
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