Westport, CT|News|
Westport Weston Family YMCA To Host Inaugural Holi Color Festival
Holi, the festival of colors, holds a significant place in Indian culture.
Alfred Branch, Patch Staff
Town Traditions
Learn about the special traditions and history that make your community unique.
Concord, NH|News|
Getting Ready For Concord’s Kiwanis Fair Is Fulfilling Work
Scott Miller of Miller Amusements has been setting up rides and fun for decades. The Concord Kiwanis Fair runs through Sunday.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Glastonbury, CT|News|
Image Gallery: A Trip On The Historic Glastonbury-To-Rocky Hill Ferry
The nation's oldest continuously running ferry is back for another season on the Connecticut River.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Tuscaloosa, AL|News|
Tuscaloosa Stuns With History, Culture And Outdoor Fun
Every town has its traditions. Check out these fun facts about what makes Tuscaloosa so special.
Patch Town Traditions, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|News|
Hamden Fest 2023: Details Announced For Annual Event
The annual event features road races, concerts, food trucks, arts & crafts and more.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|News|
Civil War Grave Ceremony A Longtime Memorial Day Tradition In Vernon
The New England Civil War Museum annually honors those who died in the War Between the States.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Apple Valley-Rosemount, MN|News|
Town Traditions: Apple Valley's Family Aquatic Center
The facility features a giant swimming pool, epic slides, a "sprayground," concessions, and much more.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
The Haddams-Killingworth, CT|News|
Gillette Castle Reopening After Renovations
The interior of Gillette Castle is reopening to visitors after a nearly $500,000 project to restore its surrounding terrace was completed.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|News|
Memorial Day Parade Grand Marshals Announced In Hamden
The Hamden Veterans Commission has selected a veteran & a citizen who have exhibited their ongoing dedication & support of veterans in town.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Maple Grove, MN|News|
Town Traditions: Maple Grove's Maple Maze
The public, indoor-playground at the Maple Grove Community Center is open for children 12 and under.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
Minneapolis, MN|News|
Main Street History: Downtown Minneapolis' Peavy Plaza
The Peavy Plaza on Nicollet Mall combines an amphitheater, park, and waterworks into one public space.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
Stillwater, MN|News|
Main Street History: Stillwater, The Birthplace Of The Pop-Up Toaster
Stillwater is not only the birthplace of Minnesota. It's also the birthplace of an appliance now in virtually every kitchen in the U.S.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
Woodbury, MN|News|
Main Street History: 3 History Facts About Woodbury
Here are some historical facts about Woodbury you may not have known.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|News|
Quarterfest Crawl To Bring Live Music, Drink Specials To Arlington
The Ballston Business Improvement District is hosting its fourth annual Quarterfest Crawl on June 3, an event with food and drink specials.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
Eagan, MN|News|
Main Street History: Before Eagan, There Was Black Dog Village
Before settlers came, the Black Dog Native American village centered around the Minnesota River.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|News|
A City Tradition, 65th Concord Kiwanis Fair Returns Thursday
The fair runs Thursday through Sunday at the Everett Arena. Proceeds will fund food banks, Camp Spaulding, key clubs, and scholarships.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Del Ray, VA|News|
Taste Of Del Ray, Fireworks: Alexandria Summer 2023 Events
From fireworks to the new Best of the West event with tastings, here's what's coming up this summer.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
ViVa Vienna Returns Memorial Day Weekend 2023 With BrewFest
Get ready to enjoy carnival rides, food, live entertainment and vendors as Vienna's largest event of the year is coming up.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Annapolis, MD|News|
Eastport Bridge Run Returns Saturday With Playful Race Over Spa Creek
Runners take your places! The annual Eastport bridge run is back. The short race is a playful tradition and a test of "athletic prowess."
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
West Haven, CT|News|
Apraxia Awareness Day Proclaimed In West Haven
To increase awareness of the speech disorder, the student recently contacted Mayor Rossi about declaring the special day in West Haven.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|News|
Hamden Free Summer Concert Series Lineup Announced
The Free Summer Concert Series takes place on Friday nights at Town Center Park in July.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Falls Church, VA|News|
Falls Church Memorial Day Parade And Festival 2023: Preview
The Memorial Day Parade and Festival returns for the 41st year, bringing a Fun Run, Memorial Day ceremony, vendors and more.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Hamden, CT|News|
Hamden Fireworks Returning After 4-Year Hiatus
The town’s fireworks display will be back at Town Center Park this summer, officials announced.
Vincent Salzo, Patch Staff
Falls Church, VA|News|
Culmore Community Day Celebrates Diversity, Promotes Community Safety
While "Safety: A Community Responsibility" was the theme, Culmore Community Day also featured live entertainment, games and free books.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
Salem, NH|News|
Salem Farmers Market Moves To The Mall At Rockingham Park
A town tradition, the first market of the 2023 season will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Doylestown, PA|News|
History And Food Combine At Bucks County Landmark Restaurants
The county's highways and byways are filled with a banquet of historic gems and eateries.
Jeff Werner, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|News|
McLean Day To Feature Rides, Performances, Food At Lewinsville Park
McLean Day 2023, a free, outdoor festival on May 20, will offer a variety of attractions, including carnival rides, games and performances.
Mark Hand, Patch Staff
Del Ray, VA|News|
Taste Of Del Ray Returns To One Location In 2023
Taste of Del Ray will return to a full in-person event featuring tastes from participating Del Ray restaurants.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vernon, CT|News|
Facebook Casts Out Vernon Prayer Post, But Event Turns Other Cheek
Facebook seemingly equated Vernon's 2023 National Day of Prayer observation with moneychangers in the temple, but the event went on anyway.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Durham-Middlefield, CT|News|
Community Road Cleanup Event Scheduled In Middlefield
The event begins at 9 a.m. on May 6.
Brian McCready, Patch Staff
Branford, CT|News|
Branford Land Trust Annual Spring Bird Walks Mother’s Day Weekend
Local birder Chris Woerner will lead these popular walks along the Stony Creek Trolley Trail and into the Land Trust’s Vedder property.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
Bay Area Festivals And Events Announce 2023 Dates
Events returning to the Bay Area in 2023 include the Downtown Alameda Art & Wine Fair, Livermore’s Downtown Street Festival and BottleRock.
Kim Harris, Patch Staff
Weston-Redding-Easton, CT|News|
On Your Mark: 29th Annual Weston 5k Memorial Day Race Kicks Off May 27
The road race is a key component of the town's Memorial Day Weekend festivities, returned last year after a 3-year hiatus.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
San Leandro, CA|News|
San Leandro Cherry Festival Set To Return After 3-Year Hiatus
The Cherry Festival has honored the city's heritage as the former cherry-growing capital of the region since 1909.
Kim Harris, Patch Staff
Orange, CT|News|
Orange's 2023 4th Of July Fireworks Event Details Released
The Annual Independence Day and Concert will feature a WLPR radio personality, food trucks, novelty items and fireworks.
Saul Flores, Patch Staff
Southington, CT|News|
Four Prominent Southington High Alums Added To 'Wall Of Honor'
The school system is hosting a special induction ceremony on Thursday, May 4, at Southington High School.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Durham-Middlefield, CT|News|
2023 Durham Fair Musical Headliner Revealed
The musical headliner for the 103rd annual Durham Fair has been released by officials. The iconic fair will be held in September.
Brian McCready, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Vienna Fourth Of July Fireworks To Be Held Ahead Of July 4
Limited staff availability for July 4 fireworks displays prompted the Town of Vienna to schedule its fireworks for a different date.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Branford, CT|News|
Branford's 4th Of July Fireworks Details Released
Town officials have revealed the date for the 4th of July fireworks event.
Brian McCready, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Frank Lloyd Wright's Architectural Legacy Preserved In Lakeland
Famed 20th century architect Frank Lloyd Wright left his permanent stamp on Florida Southern College and the city of Lakeland.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
