Town of Cheshire, Connecticut

Town of Cheshire, Connecticut This page is not for official communication. Please call or email with questions or concerns. Historic homes blend with newer tree-lined neighborhoods.

Cheshire is a family-oriented community with an excellent school system, exceptional public safety, and a full range of municipal services. A wonderful place to live and work, Cheshire is a residential community located in New Haven County with a population of just over 29,000 and a land area of 33 square miles. Cheshire is close to New Haven and Hartford, and is easily accessible from Interstates 84, 91 and 691 and state routes 70, 68, and 10. Incorporated as a town in May of 1780, Cheshire was predominantly a rural farming community. During the past 50 years, the Town has grown into a residential suburban community. Even with significant industrial and commercial growth, Cheshire retains its rural characteristics with thousands of acres of open space. Local retailers provide a variety of goods and services, with commercial, industrial and agricultural businesses unobtrusively rounding out the composition of the community. In fact, the active agricultural industry has led to Cheshire’s designation as the "Bedding Plant Capital of Connecticut." We welcome the opportunity to interact with our residents through this page. If you need more specific information, please refer to the Town of Cheshire website at www.cheshirect.org. If you have an urgent question or problem, please call one of the Town of Cheshire departments directly.

09/14/2026
09/10/2026

𝐒𝐊𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐁𝐎𝐀𝐑𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐈𝐒 𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄!🛹

Ready to ride? We’ve got two great skateboarding programs this fall!

🛹 Learn to Skateboard — Perfect for beginners! Learn pushing, riding, beginner tricks & ramp skills at Bartlem Park Skatepark.

🔥 Skateboard Clinic at FLUX Indoor Skatepark — Already comfortable pushing, turning & stopping? Take your skills to the next level with drop-ins, stalls, grinds, tricks & transitions!

Register today at https://cheshirect.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30372

Please join us on 9/30! The Town is hosting a public meeting to present recommendations in its draft Multi-Modal Transpo...
09/10/2026

Please join us on 9/30! The Town is hosting a public meeting to present recommendations in its draft Multi-Modal Transportation Plan. Whether you drive, walk, bike, or take public transit, we want to hear from you!

Check out the latest issue of our official Town newsletter, Cheshire Town Square. This month, we’re excited to feature s...
09/08/2026

Check out the latest issue of our official Town newsletter, Cheshire Town Square. This month, we’re excited to feature several department announcements and updates, upcoming community events, and sports highlights. Read the September 2026 issue using the link below or on the Town website.

Link: https://www.cheshirect.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2230/CTS-September-2026-Final

Learn how to become one of our 300+ subscribers: https://www.cheshirect.gov/630/Town-Newsletter---Cheshire-Town-Square

09/08/2026

✨Have a great first day of school, Cheshire!✨ Whether you're headed to a new school or somewhere more familiar, every year is a new adventure. We're here for you all the way!

The Town of Cheshire will host a free Bulky Waste, Electronics and Mattress Recycling Event on Saturday, September 5, 20...
09/04/2026

The Town of Cheshire will host a free Bulky Waste, Electronics and Mattress Recycling Event on Saturday, September 5, 2026, from
9 AM – 1 PM at 1304 Waterbury Road (the old transfer station). Also accepted on this day: grass clipping, leaves, branches & brush with size limitations.

Please check Towns website for specific event information and list of acceptable items: https://www.cheshirect.gov/566/Monthly-Bulky-Waste-and-MattressElectron

This event is open to Cheshire residents only; proof of residency is required.

These events are held as published on the Towns website, usually on the second Saturday. The date may change due to religious holidays, weather conditions, emergencies, or unforeseen events. Always check the Town website www.cheshirect.gov.

This Friday, we’re feeling good about filling up a truck for the Cheshire Food Pantry at tonight’s Bartlem Beats concert...
09/04/2026

This Friday, we’re feeling good about filling up a truck for the Cheshire Food Pantry at tonight’s Bartlem Beats concert happening at 7PM at Bartlem Park. All attendees are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item (see list below for top needed donation items). To date, 686 pounds of non-perishable items have been collected for the Cheshire Food Pantry to distribute to our community members in need. We’re excited to see that number grow after tonight’s concert featuring the Orchard Hill Band and the last concert of the series on September 18th featuring Women of Rock. Thank you to the attendees who donated items and to the staff from Cheshire’s Department of Public Works and Cheshire Parks & Recreation Department for your hard work!

09/01/2026

We are excited to announce that Cheshire residents now have access to Kanopy! Kanopy is a streaming service that offers thousands of high-quality films, TV shows, documentaries, and children's programs.

Cardholders get 25 tickets per month, with most items costing 2-4 tickets. You can access Kanopy through the web or via their app. A link is available on our homepage and our downloads page.

Click the link below for more information:
https://www.cheshirelibrary.org/kanopy-access/

09/01/2026

Address

84 South Main Street
Cheshire, CT
06410

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm

Telephone

+12032716660

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