Two ten-year anniversaries and two great examples of creativity bringing our community together! Last weekend, I had the opportunity to celebrate the 10th anniversaries of both the Collaboratory at the Wallingford Public Library and Words on Wood.

A wonderful afternoon enjoying live music right here in Wallingford at the Wallingford Symphony Orchestra! 🎶

This morning I had the opportunity to celebrate the grand opening of TriCircle's new Recovery and Bereavement Community Hub here in Wallingford. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed. - Psalms 34:18

I had a great time downtown for Wallingford's adult trick-or-treat event, visiting local businesses that opened their doors and handed out candy.

A fun evening celebrating the fall season in Wallingford! First I went to the Parade Grounds where there was a costume parade, a kids dance party, food, and much more. Then I went to the library where there was cornhole, pumpkins, stories, and a bonfire.

A special evening celebrating our student athletes! ⚽ Tonight I had the opportunity to attend Lyman Hall boys soccer senior night, recognizing the seniors who have dedicated so much time and effort to their teams throughout their high school years.

Learning and growing don't stop when the school day ends! Today I had the opportunity to visit two of the YMCA's afterschool programs as part of the national Lights On Afterschool celebration.

Wallingford schools history fun fact: a one-room Cook Hill School was built in the early 1700s and a second one-room Cook Hill School was built in the early 1900s before the modern Cook Hill School that we know today

Stopped by town hall to cast my ballot today! Voting is one of the most fundamental ways we participate in our democracy. I hope you take the time to vote in this year’s election

This Week in Wallingford — Week 12: October 12–18, 2026 #StrengtheningWallingford facebook.com/share/r/1GUXUeb…

Last week, Dr. Temple Grandin, a renowned animal scientist, author, and advocate for individuals with autism, visited Lyman Hall and spoke directly with our students.

It was a chilly evening but still a good time at Lyman Hall’s marching band homeshow! Both Lyman Hall and Sheehan performed. And congratulations to Sheehan on winning some awards this evening!

I had a good time enjoying the fall season and spending time with neighbors at Zion Lutheran’s annual scarecrow festival today!

I had a good time enjoying the fall season and spending time with neighbors at Zion Lutheran’s annual scarecrow festival today!

Took some time this weekend to enjoy the Wallingford Linear Trail. We really are fortunate to have such a beautiful trail right here in town. It's a great place to walk, bike, spend time outdoors, and enjoy another part of what makes Wallingford a great community.

Our school district has once again received a competitive state grant through the Learner Engagement and Attendance Program (LEAP), which helps schools address chronic absenteeism.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month—a time to raise awareness about domestic violence, remember those whose lives have been affected by it, and recognize the people and organizations working every day to support survivors.

North Main Street School opened in 1871 on land donated by Moses Y. Beach and became one of Wallingford’s major civic landmarks. In 1878, a tornado destroyed the upper portions of the building. The rebuilt school later was Wallingford’s first public high school.

Our Lyman Hall students had a great opportunity yesterday to show off one of Wallingford's incredible educational programs! Members of the State Board of Education visited Lyman Hall for a student-led tour of our Agriculture Science and Technology Education program.