Upcoming Events in Southbury
Saturday, June 7, 2025
SVFALA Town-Wide Tag Sale
Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Town Hall Green, 501 Main Street South, Southbury, CT
Admission: Free to attend
Organizer: Ladies Auxiliary of the Southbury Volunteer Firemen’s Association | svfaladies@gmail.com
The Southbury Volunteer Firemen’s Association’s Ladies Auxiliary will host a town-wide tag sale on the Town Green, located between Southbury Town Hall and the Fire Department. Free parking is available at Town Hall and Parks and Recreation. Vendor registration is closed.
Trails Day Hike at Bent of the River Audubon Center
Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Bent of the River Audubon Center, 185 East Flat Hill Road, Southbury, CT
Admission: Free
Organizer: Bent of the River Audubon Center
Registration: trailsday.org/events/trails-day-hike-at-bent-of-the-river-audubon-center
Join Bent of the River Board member Kate MacKinney and volunteers Bri and Meagan on a leisurely morning hike. Starting on Cascade Trail, the hike will follow Pootatuck Trail to Weasel Swamp, Overlook Loop, to Collier Trail, and then through the Cedar Fields to River Road. Most of the hike is flat to rolling with some occasional moderate climbs. Register online.
Free Community Dinner
Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: South Britain Congregational Church, 693 South Britain Rd, Southbury, CT
Admission: Free
Organizer: South Britain Congregational Church | 203-264-5890 |
Register by: June 7, 2025 | SouthBritainChurch.org
Join us for a community gathering including free dinner (pasta, meatballs, salad, beverages) good conversation and fun activities. RSVP preferred.
Take a Walk in the Woods
Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025 (Rain cancels event)
Time: 9:00 a.m.
Location: Kettletown State Park, 1400 Georges Hill Rd., Southbury, CT 06488
Admission: Free
Organizer: Connecticut Forest & Park Association | bernieandbob@charter.net | 475-337-1523
Register at: trailsday.org/events/take-a-walk-in-the-woods/
Hike the Miller Trail in Kettletown State Park. We will pass a charcoal hearth site, seasonal views of Lake Zoar, old stone walls, and evidence of the destruction caused in the park by the tornado of May 15, 2018. This is a loop trail. Not stroller friendly. Hikers should wear sturdy footwear, and bring water and a snack. The hike is moderate, with the usual Connecticut up and down.
If time and interest allow, we will take a small diversion to see some of the damage in the park from the flood of August 18, 2024. When arriving at the park, drive straight in, keeping to the right at junctions. Arrive at the trail head for the Miller Trail on the right. Parking is available there, or in other lots close by.
Summer Reading Programs at Southbury Library
Date: Summer Reading 2025 begins on Saturday, June 7 and runs through Friday, August 15
Location: Online via Beanstack (virtual summer reading tracker)
Admission: Free
Organizer: Sponsored by the Friends of the Southbury Library
Register: https://southburylibrary.beanstack.com/reader365
Join the Southbury Public Library’s Summer Reading Program, “Level Up At Your Library!” Earn raffle tickets for every hour (kids/teens) or book (adults) you read for a chance to win prizes. Register and track your reading online via the Beanstack app or website. For those unable to use Beanstack, the library offers alternative options. Sponsored by the Friends of the Southbury Public Library. Learn more about this year’s summer reading program rules on the library’s website.
Sunday, June 8, 2025
Rabies Vaccination Clinic for Dogs and Cats
Date: Sunday, June 8, 2025
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location: Southbury Town Garage, 66 Peter Road, Southbury, CT
Admission: $20 per animal (cash only)
Organizer: Southbury Animal Control | Southbury Veterinary Hospital | Southbury Town Clerk
The Southbury Animal Control and Roxbury Animal Clinic are working together to provide a low cost rabies vaccination clinic for dogs and cats.
The cost is $20.00 per animal, CASH ONLY. There are no residency requirements. Dogs must be on a leash and cats must be in carriers. Cats on leashes will not be accepted. Collar tags and certificates will be provided as required by law.
Connecticut law requires that all dogs and cats 3 months of age or older be vaccinated against rabies. Written proof of prior vaccination for rabies must be presented to qualify for a three-year certificate. Tags are not acceptable proof. A one-year certificate will be given to all others. This is in compliance with the directive of the State Veterinarian. State Law requires that all pets vaccinated for the first time in 2015 must be re-vaccinated within 1 year. Check your pets’ rabies vaccination certificate for the expiration date.
The Southbury Town Clerk will also be at the clinic to issue dog licenses. A copy of the current rabies vaccination is required. The cost is $8.00 for spayed or neutered dogs and $19.00 for intact male and female dogs; payable by check only. For more information, visit southbury-ct.org/doglicenses.
VSG’s Second Sunday Poetry and Music
Date: Sunday, June 8, 2025
Time: 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Location: Vicinanza Studios & Gallery, 493 Heritage Road, Suite 4C, Southbury, CT 06488
Admission: Free and open to the public (suggested donation)
Organizer: Vicinanza Studios & Gallery | vicinanza-studios.com
VSG’s Second Sunday Poetry and Music takes place every 2nd Sunday at the Gallery. Renowned poets and local talents alike will find a platform for their poetry, prose, spoken word, and acoustic performances creating a vibrant atmosphere of creativity and expression. By hosting these events, VSG aims to foster a sense of community and promote the art of poetry in Southbury and beyond. Whether you’re a seasoned poet, an aspiring writer, a storyteller, or simply a lover of the spoken word, mark your calendar for our open mic afternoons.
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