AMERICA 250: Burlington, CT

10/16/2026

Just a reminder to check out the Semiquincentennial quilt made by 4th grade students at Lake Garda Elementary School when you vote this fall.

It is on display at the Burlington Town Hall in the showcase - stop by and see what a amazing job the students did!!

10/14/2026

The Bristol A250 group is having a dedication ceremony this Sunday for the Torres Den plaque. Join if you can!

09/16/2026

Our July 9th event photos are up!

A to the minute reenactment of the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence, 6:00pm July 9th, 1776 / 2026. Event was held on the town green and at The Elton Tavern.

MC: Jimmy Sanford
Orator: David Elsworth

Photographer: Christine Zappacosta

09/16/2026

09/04/2026

Once again we want to thank everyone who made this year's many Burlington, CT America 250 events successes. Remember, pride in one's country doesn't have to end just because the marketing campaign did. Keep going. Keep volunteering. Keep the spirit alive. Thank you to everyone who stepped up, who volunteered, and who came out to celebrate.

09/04/2026

ITS FINISHED!!

THANK YOU to Fran, Josh, and all the volunteers who helped finish this project. We really appreciate everyone's generosity, time, and effort. The Center Schoolhouse looks great!

09/02/2026

THIS FRIDAY, SEPT 4TH, AT 10AM, WE FINISH THE CENTER SCHOOL HOUSE PROJECT.

- Paint the remaining roof fascia trim
- Paint the soffit front and back
- Paint the entry doors

Volunteers welcome. Message us here for details and/or to sign up.

08/29/2026

WE ARE ALMOST DONE. WE NEED VOLUNTEERS TO FINISH THE ROOF TRIM AND DOORS, AND THEN THE SCHOOLEHOUSE WILL BE DONE!!

MESSAGE US HERE IF YOU'RE AVAILABLE TOMORROW (SUNDAY 8/30) ANY TIME TO FINISH. A TEAM OF 3 R MORE CAN MAKE EASY WORK OF THIS.