If you're new to Bethel, the center of town on Greenwood Avenue is a great place to start. In this charming, historic and community-oriented village you will find a number of shops, several cafés and delis (Jacqueline's and O'Neil's are long-time favorites), the library, restaurants and the coffee shop Molten Java, where people play scrabble or chess, work on their laptops, lead book groups, have meetings, or play with their kids, while sipping the beverage of their choice. You can walk to the Bethel Municipal Center, which offers concerts on the lawn in the summer and myriad activities for children, seniors and others inside the building during the year.

Many (but not all) of our current listings are for families. We will soon have singles, couples listings, hiking and cycling trails and more.

Some sites of local places to go / things to see:

Blue Jay Orchards, Bethel
Pick your own apples and pumpkins, see cider being made, enjoy a hay ride.

Bethel Public Library
There are adult book groups, author talks, kids' story hours and more. Currently at a temporary location on Greenwood Ave. while the permanent library is renovated and expanded.

Bethel Cinema and Cafe
The Bethel Cinema shows up to six movies at a time. They have popular, foreign and indie films, for both kids and adults. All that and a charming cafe right next door with good eats.  

Loews Danbury Movie Theater
If it's not playing in Bethel, Loews is just a hop, skip and a jump down the road.

Edmund Town Hall
Movies: $2 for all seats, all shows, next to Bethel.

Search 777 Film for other local movies
If the three local theaters don't have what you're looking for, check out other theaters in CT. You can also see all Connecticut movie theaters.

Tarrywile Park and Mansion
From weddings and parties to picnics and story hour, this mansion and park right on the border of Bethel is a great spot to know about.

Danbury Railway Museum
See vintage railroad cars and locomotives, play with train sets, and sometimes, ride on real trains in the yards. There are special events on holidays too.

Stew Leonard's
Take the kids to visit this petting zoo right outside this famous, kid-friendly supermarket. The market itself is also a treat for kids, with singing animated milk cartons and animals. Just beware: Don't expect little ones to let you rush through. It's also a great place to by Christmas trees, and they host birthday parties as well.

Planet Play at Top Flight
An elaborate, contained indoor play center for kids of all ages, including a baby/toddler area. Only 20 minutes from Bethel. Snacks, beverages sold, or bring your own lunch. McDonald's is across the street.

The Maritime Aquarium
A wonderful aquarium with toddler terrain, nice cafeteria, and a great waterfront picnic area outside. In Norwalk.

Stepping Stones Children's Museum
A fabulously fun, interactive museum with a great water room for hours of water play, bubble land, jungle, wheels/balls/car room, transportation area with simulated train and helicopter rides, sophisticated toddler play area and a nice, large outdoor playground. In Norwalk.

Beardsley Zoo
Connecticut's only zoo. Surprisingly nice and large. Located in Bridgeport. A good day trip from Bethel.

Bridgeport Bluefish
A great day of baseball for the family.

Coming soon: Bethel Business and Services Directory: Bethel Newcomers and Neighbors own Yellow Pages!