A month of celebration and community

ENFIELD —

There are lots of great activities happening this summer and I hope that everyone has the opportunity to enjoy some of them

Here are some of the highlights:

• The Town Council and the Culture and Arts Commission has kicked off a Summer Concert Series every Tuesday night from 7 to 9 p.m.

The concerts are held in the new Higgins Park area, to the rear of Town Hall. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy some of the most popular bands in the region.

Higgins Park is ADA accessible with a paved walk from the parking lot. There are also a rotation of food trucks that will be at the concerts.

Families can also send the kids off to the playground, or if you are ambitious, you can get your steps in on the path while you listen to the music. In the even of rain, the concerts shift to Wednesday.

Funding has been provided from the Culture & Arts Commission budget for events, as well as an allocation from the ARPA line item.

• The town is also gearing up for the return of the townwide Fourth of July Celebration which is scheduled for July 7, 8 and 9, culminating with a spectacular fireworks show on Sunday night.

Thanks to a dedicated group of volunteers, this year’s event will feature another great musical lineup on the stage, as well as children’s activities, food, demonstrations and a ton of vendors.

Come down and spend time with your neighbors for this All-American weekend.

To plan your time, visit www.enfieldcelebration.org

• The Town Green will also be hosting its weekly Crafter and Vendor Show each Sunday from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. showcasing a variety of talented artists and entrepreneurs offering a variety of goods and services, rotating food trucks and hopefully, an occasional farmer (see related story).

• And lastly, a shoutout to the Senior Center on its 20th anniversary.

On a related note, the Town Council wants Enfield residents to be able to age in place, in their homes and near their families and community activities.

We also recognize that many of them are on fixed incomes, so the town has voted to expand eligibility for the Senior & Elderly Tax Credit up to $60,000, as well as added a $400 Senior Volunteer Tax Credit.

These credits will be seen on the July 1, 2024 tax bill.

For more information on whether you qualify, please check the website or talk to the Senior Center, Social Services, or Assessor’s Office staff.

There are many opportunities to volunteer for the community by serving on a board or commission and help direct the policies and future decisions.

These hours also qualify for the Senior Tax Credit hours.

Please visit the Town website or call the Town Manager’s office at 860-2536350 to see where your time and talent may be put to good use.

Crafter, vendor market runs through October

ENFIELD — The Enfield Crafter & Vendor Market runs every Sunday through Oct. 29 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Enfield Town Green (820 Enfield St.).

“Not only is this a great outdoor activity on a Sunday, it is also an opportunity to promote local vendors and at-home entrepreneurs by giving them a place to showcase their work,” Mayor Bob Cressotti said.

Those who are interested in being a vendor should complete the application form at www.enfield-ct.gov through the town manager page.

There is no charge for vendors to participate.

Friday 3:00pm - 1:00am

Saturday 12:00pm - 1:00am

Sunday 12:00pm - 9:00pm

*kitchen closes 10:30pm Mon - Sat Mon - Thu 3:00pm - 11:00pm

328 East Street

Stafford Springs, CT 06076

860.684.4086