Spring is my favorite season of the year, but not for the reasons you might think. Yes, when this time of year arrives, I'm grateful for the end of the snow & ice, the longer days, and the growing warmth, which tells me that it's time to retrieve my shorts and golf clubs from the closet. All good things, to be sure. Read more.

To say that Sandy Crowe was a tireless and dedicated volunteer might just be an understatement. In her 20 years as a volunteer with the Berlin Upbeat Program she has served in over a dozen capacities - all working toward the goal of building leadership skills in young people. For her work and commitment, Sandy was honored with the Celebrate! Berlin Award, Friday March 26th at the Berlin Chamber of Commerce 57th Annual Meeting & Awards Ceremony. Read more.

It's worth it to be counted in the upcoming US Census - $400 Billion annually, to be exact. That's the amount of Federal aid, which is allocated annually to states and local communities, including our public schools, based on the Census. So if you are interested in assuring that your federal tax dollars return to your home community, participating in the US Census is one small, but important thing you can do. Read more.

Have you ever wondered how you could make a difference in your community, but hesitated because of a hectic life filled with personal and business commitments? The Catalyst Fund of the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain might be just the thing for you. Read more.