Nov. 7 Update From Easton First Selectman Bindelglass

**News Release Submitted by Easton First Selectman Bindelglass**

Nov. 7, 2025

Good afternoon,

The unofficial results from the November 4th election are as follows HERE. There will be a recount on Tuesday, November 11th, at 4:30 pm at Samuel Staples Elementary Cafetorium, 515 Morehouse Road, for the following positions: First Selectman, Region 9 Board of Education, and Board of Assessment Appeals. The results will be announced Tuesday night, and people will be sworn in on Wednesday.

With regards to the Library Board, as noted previously, the ordinance states that "not more than three members of the board shall be members of the same political party." The vacancy term for two years, from 11/04/2025 to 11/02/2027, will be filled first. Depending upon the winner, the full term will then be filled. Lise Fleurette (D) won the vacancy term, so the maximum representation for the Democratic Party was achieved. This resulted in Diane Parker (U) winning the full term, from 11/04/2025 to 11/04/2031, and Kristine Oulman (D) losing, regardless of the vote total. This now results in a vacancy on the board, which can only be filled by a U or R, and this will occur by the normal replacement process.

Thank you to our Trunk-or-Treat Team! A big thank-you to the Lions Club, Park & Recreation Department, Easton Volunteer Fire Department, and EMS for their hard work organizing last Friday’s Trunk-or-Treat event. Even without the bonfire, the night was a great success and brought our community together for a fun and festive Halloween celebration!

It is estimated that approximately 9% of Eastonites have food insecurity. This will be exacerbated by changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and a halt in the program due to the government shutdown. The town provides a small food pantry at the Senior Center, and the Municipal Agent, Dan Simonelli, can provide gift cards to local markets to assist people in need. Dan can be reached at 203-268-1137. Please make an appointment to see him. To pick up gift cards, you must bring proof of residency in Easton, proof of SNAP benefits, and the number of people in your household. Dan is also accepting donations from residents. Please bring gift cards to Dan at the Senior Center for ShopRite, Stop and Shop, and Trader Joe's. He will accept checks, but gift cards are far more practical. The Rotary Club is also selling gift cards as a fundraiser. Checks payable to Fairfield Rotary. Orders must be emailed to debbie.clancy@wachovia.com prior to December 5, 2025. Questions, please call (203) 605-6500.

The Town Hall and Public Library will be closed on Tuesday, November 11th, in observance of Veterans Day. The Veterans Day Memorial will be held on Tuesday, November 11th, at 11:00 am, at Stepney Green in Monroe with American Legion Post 160. We thank all the Veterans here in town and around our country for their service. For the freedoms which we too often take for granted and for our way of life, we must recognize that we have those things because there are those among us willing to serve and make tremendous sacrifices to preserve what we have. Thank you all. The Easton Senior Center will be hosting a Veterans Day breakfast on Monday, November 10th, at 9:00 am, with a concert to follow at 10:00 am. Please note registration is required: please call 203-268-1145.
Please remember that if you have posted political or event signs, kindly remove them.

Around town:

The Joel Barlow fall play, “Almost, Maine,” is comprised of short, interconnected stories about love, loss, and connection, set on a cold winter night. There are shows tonight, Friday, November 7th, at 7:00 pm, a matinee on Saturday, November 8th, at 2:00 pm, and then a final show on Saturday at 7:00 pm. Tickets can be purchased at https://jbhs.booktix.com/

The Staples Academy Foundation is hosting a Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser at the Congregational Church Hall, 336 Westport Road, on Saturday, November 8th, starting at 4:30 pm until 8:30 pm, serving plates of pasta (gluten-free available), fresh marinara, meatballs, salad, bread, and dessert with coffee/tea. BYOB! Adults $20, Seniors $10, Children 12 and under Free! 203-261-2527.

Easton Learning Foundation (ELF) is celebrating its 20th anniversary! Do your kids love yoga in kindergarten classes, 4th-grade Invention Convention, Project Lead the Way at HKMS, Robotics at JBHS, and the brand-new Math Center Glass Wall? These were just a few projects that were funded by ELF. Please join us for dinner and dancing at Testo’s in Monroe on Saturday, November 8th, so we can continue to support the students. Five free raffle tickets will be given to the first 50 tickets sold. Limited tickets available – please click HERE to buy your tickets.

The Easton Learning Foundation’s (ELF) Online Auction is LIVE! Don’t miss your chance to snag amazing sports memorabilia and even a signed photo of Taylor Swift and Marilyn Monroe — talk about iconic! These one-of-a-kind items make perfect holiday gifts. Bidding ends November 18th — don’t wait! https://elf.betterworld.org/auctions/2024-elf-holiday-auction-copy

Please join us for a Piano Concert with Gustavo Casenave on Sunday, November 9th, at 3:00 p.m. at the Easton Public Library. Three-time Grammy® winner and Steinway Artist Gustavo Casenave, a resident of Easton for the past four years, will present a captivating solo piano concert. Celebrated worldwide for his distinctive blend of jazz, classical, and tango influences, Casenave’s performances are known for their virtuosity, emotional depth, and improvisational brilliance. This special hometown concert is free and open to all music lovers. Registration is recommended. Sponsored by Friends of the Easton Public Library.

Christ Church is hosting a Film Screening of “Sugarcane” on Sunday, November 9th at 1:00 pm at 59 Church Rd. Admission is FREE; however, you must register in advance to get your free tickets. Click here for tickets. More info: sugarcanefilm.com

The Easton Garden Club’s Annual Wreath & Poinsettia sale is open! Proceeds go to projects and activities that benefit our Easton Community. Shop for Poinsettia, Traditional Evergreen Wreaths & Roping, Holiday Magnolia Wreaths and Garlands, Live 18-24” Magnolia and Colorado Blue Spruce Gift Trees, Native Seed Gift Kits, Nature-inspired Gift Sets for Kids, and More. To learn more and shop, visit www.eastongardenclubofct.org/wreathsale. The Easton Garden Club of CT is a community of gardeners working to protect the environment and improve the quality of life in Easton through contributory and charitable activities www.eastongardenclubofct.org

Have a wonderful weekend!

Dave