Farmingdale, NY|News|
How A Frozen Yogurt Shop Became An Award-Winning Speakeasy On LI
"When you’re here, you’re standing where people were hiding from the cops 100 years ago," said co-owner Nick DeVito.
Michael DeSantis, Patch Staff
Town Traditions
Learn about the special traditions and history that make your community unique.
Orange, CT|News|
Orange Volunteer Fireman's Carnival Returns In August
The 2023 edition of the Orange Volunteer Fireman's Carnival features non-strop thrills, food, games and a firework show.
Saul Flores, Patch Staff
Manchester, CT|News|
Car Dealer, Diaper Pantry Teaming Up For Major Mother's Day Drive
An area car dealership is teaming up with a Manchester-based diaper pantry for a major donation drive — Just in time for Mother's Day.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
Disneyland Star Wars Month: Food, Festivities, What To Know
Fans, don your favorite Star Wars attire and grab your light sabers. It's time to head to Disneyland for Star Wars Month in May, 2023.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|News|
Annual Concord Market Days Festival Dates, Headliner Set
This downtown Concord tradition has fun for everyone in late June.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Branford, CT|News|
Pandemic-Born 'Braffle,' Rotary Restaurant Raffle Fundraiser Sells Out
With 2,500 tickets sold in 3 weeks, over its 3 years, Braffle raised $150K for Branford Counseling, Community Services Basic Needs program.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Herndon, VA|News|
Remembering Herndon's History: The Town’s First Hotel
Barbara Glakas of the Herndon Historical Society traces the history of the town's first hotel, which was built on Lynn Street.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Hillsborough, NJ|News|
A Bird's Eye View Of America's National Bird: Duke Farms Eagle Cam
The camera was installed 15 years ago and now has 10 million-plus viewers worldwide tuning in to the 24/7 live stream of the Bald Eagles.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Historic Publick House: A Chester Borough Gem
The inn and its many dining areas have been a popular destination for local friends and families to return to year after year.
Vianella Burns, Patch Staff
West Hartford, CT|News|
West Hartford's Webster House To Display Local Artist's Work
The Noah Webster House & West Hartford Historical Society will present an exhibit of paintings by a local artist, with a reception May 4.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Mid Hudson Valley, NY|News|
FDR's Love For Hudson Valley 'Lives On' At Presidential Library
The historic Hyde Park home of Franklin D. Roosevelt belongs to the American public.
Michael Woyton, Patch Staff
Minneapolis, MN|News|
Town Traditions: The Minneapolis Aquatennial
A favorite, long-standing tradition for Minneapolis residents is the Aquatennial festival.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
Anne Arundel, MD|News|
Accidental Baker Launches Bread Stand, Shows Power Of Farmers Markets
"I accidentally became a baker," Tom Giancola said. The Annapolis man now sells some of the freshest bread at county farmers markets.
Jacob Baumgart, Patch Staff
Manchester, NJ|News|
Beach Badges At Manchester's Harry Wright Lake: How They Started
As summer nears, beach badges are a favorite topic for debate. Why do we have to pay? See how they became a tradition in Manchester.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Stillwater, MN|News|
Town Traditions: Stillwater's Lumberjack Days
A favorite, long-standing tradition for Stillwater residents is the Lumberjack Days festival.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
Waukesha, WI|News|
Main Street History: Les Paul's Legacy Can't Be Missed Across Waukesha
From street names to monuments and continued tributes, Les Paul and his electric guitar creation are woven into the fabric of Waukesha.
John Quinnies, Patch Staff
Leesburg, VA|News|
Women's History In Leesburg Is Waiting Around Every Corner
Leesburg is drenched in history, but many residents may not know the many contributions of women throughout the years.
Liam Griffin, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Baseball In Fredericksburg: A Town Tradition For Everyone
For more than 100 years, Fredericksburg natives have embraced baseball to pass the time, build community, and follow their dreams.
Liam Griffin, Patch Staff
Manhattan, IL|News|
Little Museum That Could: Historical Society Honors Manhattan's Roots
Dedicated volunteers help shine a spotlight on Manhattan's past in a decades-old tradition of historical preservation and homage.
Lauren Traut, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
The Sindia: Ocean City's Shipwreck That Remains Today
The ship ran aground in 1901, and to this day its remnants stay buried underneath the sand in Ocean City.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
The Lymes, CT|News|
Walk Through Time In Old Lyme, Sites From 1680-1934 Line Lyme Street
In Old Lyme, the oldest structure on Lyme Street is the Peck Tavern, c. 1680 and the most recent, c. 1934 is the Center School.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Galloway, NJ|News|
Historic Smithville: A South Jersey Gem
Now a popular shopping destination attracting people from all over, Historic Smithville has humble origins.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Montville, CT|News|
With A Decade In, 2-Day Mohegan Sun BBQ Fest Becomes Foodie Tradition
This isn't your dad's backyard barbecue. With music, "art of BBQ" demos, corn hole, fire pits, axe throwing, and BBQ throw-downs, it's lit!
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Channahon-Minooka, IL|News|
Teardrop Pancake House Adds Dinner Menu: 'I Think It's A Great Menu'
"I enjoy talking to my customers. That's how you do good business. You need to know your customers," remarked Teardrop owner Ahmad Douglas.
John Ferak, Patch Staff
Limerick-Royersford-Spring City, PA|News|
Pennhurst: School For 'Feeble-Minded' Now Tourist Stop In Spring City
For eight decades, Pennhurst Hospital and School was home to 10,600 intellectually challenged residents. The facility closed in 1987.
Holly Herman, Patch Staff
Norwich, CT|News|
Son Of Norwich: 'Mischievous, Reckless' & Duplicitous Traitor Benedict
In a house on the corner of Washington Street and Arnold Place in winter 1741, was born a man whose name would be synonymous with betrayal.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Livermore, CA|News|
'Cooking Up Stars' In Livermore, Changing The World With Fusion Energy
Famed for their fusion breakthrough, local physicists are sharing their “recipe for a small star.”
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Waterford, CT|News|
'Thespis' Tradition: For Years, Student Playwrights Gather At O'Neill
The Young Playwrights Festival at the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center invites middle and high school age thespians to learn, hone the craft.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Barnstable-Hyannis, MA|News|
Town Tradition: Summer Concerts At The Cape Cod Melody Tent
As the historic Hyannis venue continues announcing big names for big shows on Cape Cod, a look back at decades of music and more.
Montana Samuels, Patch Staff
Plymouth, MA|News|
Town Tradition: Plymouth's 'Historically Accurate' Thanksgiving Parade
The America’s Hometown Thanksgiving Celebration in Plymouth offers a chronological look at Thanksgiving.
Neal McNamara, Patch Staff
Falmouth, MA|News|
Town Tradition: 60 Years Of Falmouth Christmas Parades
Falmouth's reliable annual parade with St. Nick as the main attraction turns 60 in 2023.
Neal McNamara, Patch Staff
Petaluma, CA|News|
What’s Next For Historic Petaluma's Mutual Relief Building
A cornerstone of Petaluma, the landmark historic building at the corner of Western Street and Kentucky Avenue faces an uncertain future.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
Lake Berryessa Not At Spillway Depth As Locals Plan Summer Activities
The Berryessa bass are biting though the lake level is below the "Morning Glory Spillway depth. Here are some favorite things to do there.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Rohnert Park-Cotati, CA|News|
Cotati Accordion Festival Celebrates The ‘King Of Stomach Steinway’
Every year, crowds gather to rock out to some polka, jam with the best, and celebrate all things accordion at the Cotati Accordion Festival.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Maple Grove, MN|News|
Town Traditions: Maple Grove Days
A favorite tradition for west metro residents is Maple Grove Days. The festival is jam-packed with family fun and yummy food.
William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
Groton, CT|News|
Annual Groton City Day Celebrates The City, Its Citizens
Held annually on the first Friday in August, the event gives the city a chance to show off a bit with a jam-packed fest at Washington Park.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
New London, CT|News|
A Tradition On The Thames: New London's Sailfest Returns For 2023
First celebrated in 1976, Sailfest 2023, a festival of music, food, ships, rides, fireworks, and vendors on the Thames is July 8 and 9.
Ellyn Santiago, Patch Staff
Palm Desert, CA|News|
'Smiler’s Point:' A Comedy Lovers Bucket List Stop Above Palm Desert
“It’s A Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World,” so the 60s film goes and a road trip to 'Smiler’s Point' is the ideal way to pause and enjoy the journey.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Healdsburg, CA|News|
TOWN TRADITIONS: The Hidden Treasures Of Healdsburg’s Hand Fan Museum
A favorite of the Weirdly Specific Museums and “Small and Quirky Museum’s” lists, Healdsburg’s Hand Fan Museum has no shortage of fans.
Ashley Ludwig, Patch Staff
Clinton, CT|News|
The Opera Theater of Connecticut Carries On Its Clinton Traditions
"Wine, Women and Song," a beloved local tradition, returns after a pandemic hiatus, and "Hansel and Gretel" returns by popular demand.
Rich Kirby, Patch Staff
