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Ridgefield Senior Spectacular Draws Hundreds to Parks & Rec Center

Seniors and their families connected with local businesses and organizations, as well as each other, during the 4-hour event.

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Over 500 visitors flocked to the Ridgefield Parks & Recreation​ Center for the Ridgefield Senior Spectacular on Saturday. (Carmen Martin)
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RIDGEFIELD, CT — Organizers of the Ridgefield Senior Spectacular are calling the inaugural event "a huge success."

Over 500 visitors flocked to the Ridgefield Parks & Recreation Center for the inaugural event on Saturday.

Seniors and their families connected with local businesses and organizations, as well as each other, during the 4-hour event. Over 60 tables of vendors and exhibitors focused on enhancing senior health and wellness filled the hall.

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