The Tuesday Letter
The Weekly Journal
Every issue of the Ledger, newest first. One story a week about the nature, history, and people of Litchfield County, plus the full events roundup. Free, every Tuesday.
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What Wild and Scenic Means for the Housatonic, and Graham Nash at the Warner
The Park Service studied the river in 1979. Congress designated it in 2022. Plus the Haystack Book Festival, a mushroom walk at White Memorial, and ice cream with the river commission.
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The Mushrooms That Eat the Woods, and Family Nature Day at White Memorial
One honey fungus in Oregon covers two thousand acres. Its relatives grow at the base of oaks here. Plus van Gogh's postman, Billy Joel at the Warner, and Zelda the owl.
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The Ketlle the Glacier Left in Woodbury, and Sy Montgomery Comes to Litchfield
A six-acre kettle two blocks from the Woodbury Green, walked Saturday. Plus the flower show, the Plein Air soiree, Miguel Cardona, and the turtle writer at the Community Center.
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The Painters on the Hills, and the Full Calendar
The painters who worked Litchfield's hills a century ago, and the thirty who arrive Saturday. Plus the full calendar, now on the website.
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The Historic Festival, the Art Sale, and a Long Weekend
We're off this week, so no Know Your Corner. Just the events: five days at Lime Rock, the Cornwall art sale, and two quartets at Music Mountain.
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Where Labor Day Came from, and the Last Concert at the Meeting House
Sixty-hour weeks, children on the payroll, fingers counted. Where the holiday came from and what it cost. Plus a full week of events.
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The Roadside Flower Fueling a Flight to Mexico, and One Last Concert on the Green
The generation passing through the county this week lives eight months and flies 2,500 miles. Goldenrod is the fuel. Plus a full week of events.
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The Katydids You Hear but Never See, and Music Returns to the Meeting House
They've been singing since before the dinosaurs, and you've probably never seen one. Plus a full week of events.
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The Bats over Bantam Lake, and Music Returns to the Meeting House
August is peak bat watching in Litchfield. Here's why.
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Kent It Is, and My First Cast on the Housatonic
The dinner club has a home. Plus my first time on the water with a fly rod, on video.
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Kent It Is, and Why the Rain Isn't Helping
The last dinner club question is live. Plus: heavy storms, dry ground, and why both are true at once.
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A Tie Vote and Main Street Opens up
The dinner club runoff is live. Plus: building homes on Main Street just got simpler.
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When Litchfield Was A Beach Town
500 million years of Litchfield, plus a farmers market round-up and this week's events.
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The 4th Of July Issue
Fourth Of July
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Protecting Bantam Lake
What are they doing to Bantam Lake?
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The Ovenbird's Morning Chorus
The Dawn Corus Is Peaking
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Mohawk Mountain
Mohawk Mountain
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The Famous Trail Hidden in Connecticut's Northwest Corner + Upcoming Events
The Famous Trail Hidden in Connecticut's Northwest Corner
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Turtles on the Table
The turtles in the road are looking for nesting spots. But the stranger story involves soup, sherry, and Prohibition.
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The View Connecticut Had to Keep
The overlook that convinced Connecticut some places were worth saving.
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What Spring Green Is Hiding
The surprising science of leaves, plus the old mine shafts hidden in Prospect Mountain.
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Water Panthers
Confluence of waters
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The River Before the Lake
Part 1
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Wild, Scenic, and Complicated
as we all are
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River Studies
The First Of Many
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You Lichen This Weather?
im sorry
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Mud Season
and fairy shrimp...
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40 Gallons to Make One
Maple Syrup Season
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St Patrick
Happy St. Patrick's Day — plus Empty Bowls Thursday, a church with deep Irish roots, and spring travel on the brain.
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We Did It
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Packed House & Dark Moon
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Snow Snow Snow
and more snow!
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President Washington's Litchfield Journey
Great Week Ahead!
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Dinner Club Is Here
Finally have plans you're exited about
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February Warming For A Bit
30 Degrees Is A Gift!
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Blizzard!
Digging Our Way Out
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A Dust Of Snow
Winter Poems
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It's already Mid-January!
Hitting The Slopes
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America's 250th Celebration
Hello, friends! We're looking forward to a lovely week here in Litchfield County. I'd also like to warmly welcome our new subscribers. It’s wonderful to have you with us. This is a friendly space to share what's coming up and to get to know this charming NW corner of our state a bit better. If you have any suggestions or questions, please feel free to reach out to us via email. Now, let's dive into everything we have planned!
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Happy New Year, Friends!
This was a wild year. I think we can all agree it brought more stress than anyone asked for. But no matter how 2025 treated you, good, bad, or somewhere in between, a fresh start is here. Let’s put last year behind us and focus on the promise of a brand-new one. Want to get in shape? Go for it. Spend more time with family? Now is the time. Life is a gift, so whatever you’re dreaming of, no matter how ambitious, grab it this year.Happy New Year from all your friends at the Litchfield Ledger.
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Christmas Week Is Here!
Do you remember Christmas as a kid? It always felt like the pinnacle of all possible holidays: the big one. And as our kids have reminded me, it's finally almost here (two more sleeps!). Events are a little lighter this week (to be expected) and thats good. It's the right time to stay home, feel cozy, and create memories with the people you love the most. We truly hope 2025 in Litchfield County has been good to you, and from my family to yours - may you be blessed with love, goodness, and a ledger of delightful fun in 2026. Merry Christmas!
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A Polar Wind
Truly arctic winds are breaking apart from the polar vortex and plunging Litchfield County some 20 degrees below normal temperatures. Wow, that's a mouthful! Anyway, it will warm up this week just in time for some charming holiday happenings. Gotta love New England. See ya out there!
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Winter Adventures
Welcome back! We had a beautiful night at the Litchfield tree lighting and loved the newest addition to the event with the full-blown Santa and firetruck parade. Just when you thought Litchfield Christmas couldn't be beat! We finished up our night at Ollie's Pizza and dropped into Oliphant for some surprise balls with the kids - always a treat! The holiday season is just getting started. Below are more ways to celebrate the season in our magical little community.
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December Is Here!
Hi friends, this year, I’ve had the privilege of serving meals at the Torrington Food Kitchen. It’s been deeply fulfilling to welcome people in from the cold and offer a warm plate and a little comfort. If you feel called, consider giving them a call or offering support.And on a lighter note, there’s lots of Christmas cheer around town this week. My little family and I will see you at the tree lighting!
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Gathering Days: Thanksgiving Week Is Here
Friends and loved ones are home for the holidays. This will be a slower week as we all take a moment to enjoy cooking, eating, and spending time together before the holiday busyness. Here are a few fun gems happening this week in our wonderful little part of the world, in case you're looking to get out. Enjoy!
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November Fun
Welcome back! November in New England has such a cozy feel as the last fall colors fade and the holidays get closer. The crisp air is perfect for long walks, sipping hot cider, and taking drives through charming little towns. What a wonderful time to live in Litchfield County.
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The Weekly Newsletter
Welcome! We send you the best events every week. It’s a great time to live in Litchfield County. With Halloween behind us, Thanksgiving is coming up quickly. Our area has some fantastic events planned for all ages this year. Thank you to everyone who has signed up so far. Please spread the word about The Ledger to your friends and family, and make sure they don’t miss out either. See you soon.
