Spring Forward: Barn Sale Donation Days Coming Soon!
Sat Apr 5 2025
Here's a heads up for all who like to plan in advance: The Sherman Historical Society will soon be accepting donations of much-loved but no-longer-needed goods for its annual Memorial Day weekend Barn Sale.
Donation days will be three Saturdays this year: April 26, May 3 and May 10, 9am-12pm ONLY, at the Society's big red barn at 10 Route 37 Center in Sherman. The Barn Sale itself will be held on Sat. and Sun., May 24 and 25.
A new building is poised to rise. The proposed Sherman Senior Center—a $3.5 million project now moving through design and consultation.
From above, the scene at Sherman School tells a story of anticipation. Fresh aerial images taken by a professional drone pilot reveal the campus ringed by fencing, with industrial-sized dumpsters stationed like sentries around its perimeter.
After nearly two years of anticipation, Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Sherman is approaching the finish line on its much-watched construction project. Now, as 2025 moves forward, the new structure is taking its final shape—an encouraging sign for parishioners and townspeople alike.
Beginning Friday, August 29, all public islands on Candlewood Lake will be closed to visitors, a decision announced by the Candlewood Lake Authority. Officials cite “unsustainable misuse and overcrowding” as the driving reasons for the unprecedented measure.
Covert narcissism is one of the most difficult personality disorders to recognize. The covert narcissist presents as modest, sensitive, and even tender. Yet beneath the surface, they rely on victimhood narratives, and charm to control the people around them.
Sherman voters will head to the polls on August 23 to decide whether to approve an additional $6.5 million for the “renovate as new” Sherman School project. The request comes after construction bids exceeded the original budget by millions, prompting concerns over the financial planning of the Board of Selectmen and Board of Education. 
Sherman officials approved $4.3 million in school renovation spending at a hastily warned meeting, despite an $8 million budget gap and no voter approval. Critics call the move reckless, citing a lack of transparency, safety concerns, and legal violations. With the project already over budget and behind schedule, residents fear the town is beyond the point of no return—raising serious questions about oversight and public trust.
In the evolving landscape of short-term rentals in Sherman Conn, what are the economic benefits and community concerns arising from platforms like Airbnb and VRBO? What are Sherman's regulatory measures, including zoning laws, the establishment of a Short-Term Rental Ordinance Committee and relevant state-level developments?
Sherman's Holy Trinity Catholic Church has undergone a transformative journey, as it evolves to meet the needs of its congregation. From leadership changes and a significant parish merger to the approval and construction of a new chapel, a lot has happened in a just a few years. The new structure aims to blend modern functionality with Sherman's architectural heritage, ensuring a welcoming space for worship and community activities.
The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station (CAES) has reported early tick activity in the region. Goudarz Molaei, a research scientist and director of CAES's Passive Tick and Tick-Borne Disease Surveillance Program, noted that despite a relatively cold winter, ticks have survived and are now active. This resilience is attributed to their ability to hibernate under leaf litter during colder months.
Over the past sixteen years, property owners throughout the Candle-wood Lake Watershed have been the beneficiaries of a locally sponsored and executed environmental protection program designed to raise awareness and support of smart fertilizing practices. During this period, over 1,250 residents took part in these events promoting 'Soil Testing Day.' Participating lawn and garden keepers received free, scientific guidance on how to enhance the fertility of their soils and nourish their plantings while minimizing harmful effects on the Watershed and our treasured Candlewood Lake.
Since his election as Sherman’s First Selectman on November 7th, 2017, Don Lowe’s salary has increased from $52,000 to $83,000—an overall increase of approximately 60%. The pay increases are completely detached from comparisons resulting of inflation changes.
What started as a grassroots movement to tape down lines on a Colonial Park tennis court has grown into a full-fledged town project. With pickleball rapidly gaining popularity in Sherman and across the country, local players pushed for a permanent space to play—and the town responded.
Sherman is planning a modest expansion of its Town Beach dock slips—from 53 to around 65—but misinformation has clouded public understanding. Rumors claiming the town is building 107 slips have spread within the Holiday Point community, sparking concerns about lake congestion and road safety. The situation highlights how fast rumors can spread—and how important facts and transparency are to Sherman’s decision-making process.