Updates from State Rep. Aimee Berger-Girvalo for Oct. 21, 2025

October 21, 2025



 

 

Early voting started in Connecticut this week, and it's just as important that you vote in these local elections as in the state and federal ones. 
 
Municipal elections are where decisions that shape our daily lives get made. The people we elect to Boards of Education decide how our kids learn, and how we keep them safe and healthy. Those on Boards of Finance manage your tax dollars and help shape local infrastructure. Police Commissioners influence public safety and community trust. And the Inland Wetlands Board influences the local policy and decisions that impact our environment and ultimate climate resiliency. 
 
These local leaders have a direct impact on your schools, streets, and neighborhoods. Every vote matters — especially in local elections that often come down to just a handful of votes.
 
Here in Ridgefield Early Voting happens at Town Hall, 400 Main St., from now until Nov. 2, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., except on Oct. 28 and 30, when voting is from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

And if you're not in Ridgefield, click here for your Early Voting details. 

Other Election News

Absentee Ballots must be received by 8 p.m., before closing on Nov. 4, Election Day.  Please mail your ballot early so it's received before polls close on Nov. 4

On Election Day, Nov. 4, polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. You must vote at your assigned polling place.

If you are not yet registered to vote, you can register and cast a ballot on the same day at Town Hall during both the early voting period and on Election Day. 
 

Veterans Dental Services

The Connecticut Oral Health Initiative (COHI) has received a $25,000 grant to provide free dental services for veterans in need.

The program is open to veterans living in the Greater Hartford area, but there is flexibility as long as participants are willing to travel to Farmington. 

Click here for more information and to register.
 

Halloween Walk

Ridgefield’s Annual Halloween Walk is this Saturday, Oct. 25, from 10 a.m. to noon. Bring the kids to enjoy trick-or-treating in their Halloween costumes at the shops in Downtown Ridgefield.
 

Paranormal Park Ghost Park

The Paranormal Park Ghost Park at Richardson Park, 729 N. Salem Road, takes place Oct. 24-25.

The Ghost Park uses a haunted asylum as its backdrop. The asylum mysteriously burned to the ground, "trapping all the tormented souls within," according to organizers. "Now those restless spirits return every Halloween, to seek vengeance, on any who enter their hallowed grounds. Are you brave enough to enter?"

There is a 6:30 p.m. time slot that is a no-scare option for younger kids or those who frighten easily.  All other time slots are full scare.

The walk takes place in a park with slight inclines and somewhat uneven terrain.

Click here to purchase tickets.
 

Virtual Pumpkin Carving Contest

Show off your pumpkin-carving skills with Ridgefield Music Parents' inaugural virtual pumpkin-carving contest! 

Details below.
 

Mini Pumpkin Display

Speaking of pumpkin decorating, put your pumpkin character on display in the Ridgefield Library

Children ages 4-11 are invited to decorate a mini pumpkin in the likeness of a literary or media character. Prizes will be awarded for most creative, best representation, staff favorite, and best overall. Pumpkin Drop-off is Oct. 18-28. Public voting and staff judging will occur Oct. 29-31.

All pumpkins will be displayed in the Lodewick Children’s Library between Oct. 18–Nov. 1, and must be picked up no later than Friday, November 3rd. Please ask a Children’s staff member for rules and entry form.

  • Pumpkin Drop-off: Oct. 18-28
  • On Display: Oct. 18 – Nov. 1
  • Vote for Your Favorites: Oct. 29-31
 

As always, if you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please reach out to my office.

Sincerely,

Aimee Berger-Girvalo
State Representative

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