Students can apply for scholarships now

Scholarship applications now available

BETHLEHEM >> Applications are now being accepted for the Bethlehem Fair Foundation’s scholarship program.

A minimum of five scholarships of $1,000 a year, renewable for 4 years, will be awarded to area high school seniors based on academic achievement, participation in school and community activities, financial need, and participation in Bethlehem Fair activities. Additional awards may be made depending upon funds available.

In 2016, 13 students were granted $28,500 in scholarships. This was made possible through proceeds of the Bethlehem Fair as well as from fundraisers that were held at the Fairgrounds throughout the year

Applications can be printed from the at the Bethlehem Fair website, www.bethlehemfair. com. Applications can also be requested by calling the Bethlehem Fair office at 203-2665350 or emailing the office at: office@bethlehemfair.com. You can also check with the guidance department at your school.

To be considered for this year’s awards, completed applications must be received at the Bethlehem Fair office by April 1. Completed applications can be faxed to 203266-7795 or mailed to Bethlehem Fair Foundation, Inc., PO Box 488, Bethlehem, CT, 06751. The completed application can also be dropped off at the fair office located at 384 Main Street North, Bethlehem, or can be emailed to office@ bethlehemfair.com. WINSTED >> The W.L. Gilbert Trust Corporation and The Gilbert School announce that applications are now being accepted for 2017 scholarships. All Gilbert School graduating seniors and alumni who are attending college are invited to apply for a scholarship.

Each year The Gilbert School recognizes outstanding seniors and alumni with scholarship awards given through The W.L. Gilbert Trust Corporation. Last year, over $130,000 was distributed to help with the rising cost of higher education.

The number of endowed scholarships and named funds increases every year, thanks to the generosity of alumni and friends of The Gilbert School. These scholarships are a symbol of thanks for the education received at The Gilbert School and are often established in memory of a loved one.

Applications are available from The Gilbert School guidance department or can be downloaded from the school’s website (http:// www.gilbertschool.org/page. cfm?p=1268).

The application deadline is Friday, April 21. Applications must be turned in to the school on or before that date. No applications will be accepted after that date.

For more information, please contact The Gilbert School guidance department at 860-379-8521. NEW MILFORD >> TheatreWorks New Milford TW Kids program announces two brand new workshops for the spring season.

The 2017 TWKids Spring Break Program, Imagination Exploration for kids ages 10 and older begins on Monday, April 10 and run through Friday, April 14, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. daily. Instructor Stacy Capodilupo leads this one-of-a-kind program that teaches students how to develop characters and stories, culminating in a performance of an original play that they create themselves during this week-long workshop. A performance for family and friends will take place the afternoon of Friday, April 14. Tuition is $250.

For ages 5 to 9, a brand new educational workshop has been designed for younger children. Lori Larson and Alicia Napolitano team up to lead this song and game-based introduction to theatre and performance. Students will sing, dance, act, and create, all while learning the fundamentals. This class for students ages 5-9 will meet on five Saturday mornings from April 22 – May 20, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Students will present a showcase for families on May 20 at 11:30 a.m. Tuition is $175. Registration is open for both programs at http://theatreworks.us/kids. php. If you have any questions, call Jill at 860-350-6863 or email info@theatreworks.us. WASHINGTON >> The Washington Environmental Council (WEC) and the Steep Rock Association are co-sponsoring an Earth Day 5K race Saturday, April 22. The race will take place at the Steep Rock Nature Preserve located at 2 Tunnel Road in Washington. The mostly flat course runs along the scenic Shepaug River. The cost is $20 when pre-registered and $25 for same day registration. Pre-registration is available on www.active.com. The first 40 registrants will receive a free WEC beanie. Please visit www.wec-ct.org for more information or email wec-ct@ charter.net. Runners and walkers are all welcome.