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Adopt-a-Spots - More than 60 Adopt-a-Spots in Waterbury

Books - More than 100 books have been written about Waterbury

Business Directory - A list of 6,317 of Waterbury's current businesses.

Businesses - More than 173 early Waterbury businesses.

Calendars - a list of Waterbury calendars and links to other organization calendars

Cemeteries - There are more than 30 cemeteries in Waterbury, and 24 historic people are burried in one of them.

Churches and Houses of Worship - This is a listing of Waterbury churches, synagogues, tabernacles, and other related places of worship and religious activities - more than 130 of them!

Cultural, Ethnic, and Sports clubs, Lodges, Societies, and Associations

Government - a partial list of Waterbury, state, and federal agencies and departments

Historic and Noteworthy Places - There are more than 100 historic places in Waterbury, and over two dozen of them are listed on the National Registry of Historic Places.

Neighborhood 

Calendars - neighborhood association meetings and events in Waterbury

List - A complete list of 118 of Waterbury neighborhoods, current and past.

Organizations - Waterbury neighborhood associations, clubs, political action committees, citizens' patrols, and service organizations 

Parks - A list of Waterbury 52 parks, parklets, recreation centers, and playgrounds

People - There are over 400 historically significant, culturally important, artistically renowned, and economically influential people of Waterbury, past and present.

Architects - There are at least four renowned architects who were born in Waterbury, and one of them was called "the only other honest architect in America" by world-renowned architects Frank Lloyd Wright, and "Architect of the Year" by the New York Times.

Athletes - Professional Athletes who were born in Waterbury

Authors - There are at least 78 published authors who were born in Waterbury

Mayors and Chiefs - Waterbury Mayors, Police Chiers, Fire Chiefs, and honorable Mayors for the Day

Six Servants Serving Sentences - This is a partial list of some of the Waterburyians who served the City - all via public election, and who were served - legal papers which charged them with various serious crimes, and who served time - in jail or prison - for their crimes. 

Philanthropy - a partial list of worthy Waterbury philanthropic, non-profit, not-for-profit, and volunteer organizations, including many 501(c)3 and 501(c)4 organizations

Polution - At least 30 spills, 20 poluters, 19 brownfields, and more than 100 City-demolished buildings in Waterbury.

Streets - All 1,540 streets of Waterbury are listed here.

Water - All about Waterbury Water: 59 bodies of water within the city, 15 dams, and 9 city-owned reservoirs outside of greater Waterbury.... plus: When, Why, Where: Waterbury Wins Water Wars With Washington.

 
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Festivals, Feasts, Concerts, and Picnics

  • MAY
    • Greek Festival
  • JUNE
    • Portuguese Festival
  • JULY
    • City Fest
    • Arts Festival
    • Chili Fest (a defunct operation of the Waterbury Neighborhood Council)
    • Our Lady of Mount Carmel Annual Italian Feast
  • AUGUST
    • Festa di San Donato Italian Festival
    • Annual Picnic/Concert

Lodging

(partial list)
  • American Motor Lodge, 2636 South Main Street
  • Courtyard by Marriott -downtown, 63 Grand Street
  • Hampton Inn, 777 Chase Parkway
  • Holiday Inn Express, 3580 E Main Street
  • Super 8, 91 Scott Road
  • Holiday Inn Express, 88 Union Street
  • Valley Motel, 2050 South Main Street
  • Waterbury Motor Inn, 91 Scott Road
  • Sheraton Hotel, East Main Street; defunct
  • Howard Johnson, Grand Street; defunct
  • Howard Johnson, South Main Street; defunct

Theaters

Alhambra Theater
a.k.a. Warner Brother's Alhambra Theater
From at least 1931
Until at least 1946
775 North Main Street
1 Screen; 499 Seats
The building still exists, with the Alhambra Theater name still embossed above it's entrance.
Defunct

Cameo Theater
From at least 1932
Until at least 1946
314 Baldwin Street
Defunct

Capitol Theater
From at least 1931
Until at least 1942
854 Bank Street
1 Screen; 747 Seats
Defunct

Carroll Theater
From at least as early as 1935
Until at least 1946
435 North Main Street
1 Screen; 650 Seats
Defunct
The building has been demolished

Garden Theater
a.k.a. New Garden Theater
From at least 1921
Until at least 1938, and maybe until 1946 or later

Hamilton Theater
Maybe as early as 1915, and at least as early as 1932
Until at least 1946, and as late as 1990
1758 East Main Street

Jacques Theater
Prior to 1897
​Until at least 1946

Lido Theater
1938-1946
236 South Main Street

Little Theater
1931-1932

Lyric Theater
From at least 1931
Until at least 1944

Palace Theater
1931-date
​East Main Street

Plaza Theater
1932-1946
164 East Main Street

Poli’s Theater 
a.k.a. Loew-Polie Theater 
a.k.a. Poli Palace Theater
a.k.a. Fox Poli Palace Theater
Now known as The Poli Club
1905-1946

7 Angels Theater
1990 - Originally housed within The Mattatuck Museum
1991 at 1 Plank Road
1992 Official Opening
Still in operation to date

State Theater
a.k.a. Warner's State Theater
1932-1944
137 East Main Street
1 Screen; 1,942 Seats
Defunct
The building has been demolished

Strand Theater
a.k.a. Warner Brother's Strand Theater
1932-1946
77 East Main Street or Next to 77 East Main Street (sources conflict)
1 Screen; 1.409 Seats
Defunct
The building has been demolished

Tower Theater
a.k.a. Roger Mahan Theater Tower
1940-1945
56 Watertown Avenue
1 Screen; 600 Seats
Defunct
The building has been demolished
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Today Show Episode

​​​The Today Show ​on NBC was broadcast from the Hotel Elton on August 18, 1955, to cover the festivities for the world premiere of Waterbury native Rosalind Russell's movie The Girl Rush at the State Theater that evening. - Wiki

Media

RADIO - 1931 to date
  1. WTIC
    1. at least as early as 1931
    2. until at least 1946
  2. WAPJ, 89.9
  3. WATR, 1320 AM radio, news/talk
  4. WATX, 93.7
  5. WJMJ, 88.9
  6. WPHH, 104.1 FM radio, Spanish
  7. WIOF-LP, 104.1
  8. WWCO, 1240 AM radio, talk
  9. WWYZ, 92.5 FM radio, country
  10. WBRY/WTBY/WQQW
  11. WMRQ FM, 104.1 FM, country
  12. WDRC, 226 meters, 1330 Kilobytes
  13. WABC [not verified]
  14. WJZ [not verified]
  15. WEAF [not verified]
  16. WQQW
  17. WWYZ FM Radio
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Broadcast Television
  1. WATR-TV UHF Channel 53
  2. WTXX Channel 20
  3. WTIC Channel 61

Newspapers
  • Amici, Italian language newspaper, monthly
  • Daily Republican
    • 1884 - unknown
    • Doctory John Henry Morrow, Publisher
  • La Verità, Italian language newspaper; 1926 - 1939
  • Mattatuck Press, The; 1917 - defunct 
  • Republican-American, newspaper, daily
  • Sunday Herald, newspaper; defunct
  • Sunday Republican, started in 1906
  • Waterbury American; 1844 - 1992; defunct
  • Waterbury Democrat; 1895 - 1946; defunct
  • Waterbury Evening Democrat; 1887 - 1917; defunct
  • Waterbury Herald, newspaper, defunct
  • Waterbury Independent 
    • 1880 - unknown
    • Doctor John Henry Morrow, Publisher
  • WaterburyLife.com, newspaper, online
  • Waterbury Observer, newspaper, monthly
  • Waterbury Republican 
    • 1881 - date
    • Doctory John Henry Morrow, Publisher

Movies Filmed in Waterbury

  • UCONN ​Waterbury
Directed by: Waterbury-born famed actor Nick ForteWritten by: Brian Chapman
Production Company: University of Connecticut Waterbury
Film Location: Waterbury
Released: July 7, 2011
Duration: 4m
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  • Osher Lifelong Learning at the University of Connecticut: A Historical Retrospective
Storyline: Chronicles the inception of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute and it's impact on the greater Waterbury, Connecticut community.
Directed by: Waterbury-born famed actor Nick Forte
Written by: Brian Chapman
Production Company: Osher Life Long Learning Institute
Film Location: Waterbury
Released: June 06, 2011
Duration: 9m
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  1. Stanley and Iris (1990): A romantic drama film directed by Martin Ritt and starring Jane Fonda and Robert De Niro. The movie was filmed in various locations in Waterbury1.
  2. Mystic Pizza (1988): A coming-of-age comedy-drama film directed by Donald Petrie and starring Julia Roberts. Although most restaurant scenes were actually filmed in nearby Stonington Borough, as well as locations in Mystic, Groton, Noank, Pawcatuck, and New Haven, some scenes were filmed in Waterbury2.
  3. The Stepford Wives (1975 and 2004): A science-fiction horror film directed by Bryan Forbes and Frank Oz, respectively. A remake of the classic thriller, this film also includes scenes shot in Waterbury. The city's scenic beauty added to the atmosphere of the movie.  Parts of this dark comedy film were shot in Waterbury, including scenes at the Palace Theater and the Municipal Stadium.  The 1975 version was filmed in Norwalk’s grand Lockwood-Mathews Mansion, which stood in for the Stepford Men’s Association. The 2004 version also had scenes filmed in Darien, New Canaan, and other towns in Connecticut2.
  4. "Mr. Deeds" (2002) - This comedy film starring Adam Sandler was partially filmed in Waterbury. The city's picturesque landscapes and historic buildings were featured in the movie.
  5. "A View from the Top" (2003) - While not entirely filmed in Waterbury, some scenes of this romantic comedy featuring Gwyneth Paltrow were shot at Waterbury-Oxford Airport.
  6. "Thinner" (1996) - Based on a Stephen King novel, this horror film used various locations in Connecticut, including Waterbury, for its filming.
  7. "The Six Wives of Henry Lefay" (2009) - This comedy-drama starring Tim Allen and Elisha Cuthbert includes scenes shot in Waterbury, showcasing some of the city's streets and buildings.
  8. "Madonna: Truth or Dare" (1991) - This documentary film features scenes filmed at the Palace Theater in Waterbury during Madonna's Blonde Ambition World Tour.
  9. "The Town" (2010) - Although not entirely set in Waterbury, this crime drama film starring Ben Affleck features some scenes filmed in the city.
  10. "Brass" (2018) - This independent film, directed by Corey Scott, was shot in various locations in Waterbury, showcasing the city's industrial and urban landscape.
  11. "Fugitive Pieces" (2007) - While most of the film was shot in other locations, some scenes from this drama film were filmed in Waterbury.
  12. "Bringing Out the Dead" (1999) - Directed by Martin Scorsese, this drama film starring Nicolas Cage features some scenes shot in Waterbury.
  13. "The Slaughter Rule" (2002) - This independent sports drama film starring Ryan Gosling and David Morse includes scenes filmed in various locations in Connecticut, including Waterbury.
  14. "The Men Who Made the Movies: Raoul Walsh" (1973) - While not a traditional feature film, this documentary about director Raoul Walsh included interviews and footage from Waterbury.
  15. "The Rainmaker" (1997) - Directed by Francis Ford Coppola, this legal drama film starring Matt Damon and Danny DeVito features scenes filmed in Waterbury and other Connecticut locations.
  16. "Mr. Deeds" (2002) - This comedy film starring Adam Sandler and Winona Ryder includes some scenes filmed in Waterbury.
  17. "Darrow" (1991) - A television movie about the life of lawyer Clarence Darrow, starring Kevin Spacey, includes scenes filmed in Waterbury.
  18. "Pride and Glory" (2008) - This crime drama film, directed by Gavin O'Connor, features scenes filmed in various locations in Waterbury, including the city's police department.
  19. "Once More with Feeling" (2009) - Directed by Jeff Lipsky, this independent drama film was shot in and around Waterbury, showcasing the city's urban landscape.
  20. "Oxy-Morons" (2010) - This crime drama movie, directed by Johnny Hickey, includes scenes filmed in Waterbury, where the story is set.
  21. "The Brother" (2001) - Directed by Mark Piznarski, this drama film has several scenes set in Waterbury and was partially filmed in the city.
  22. "A Lobster Tale" (2006) - This family drama, directed by Adam Massey, features scenes set in Waterbury and was filmed in various Connecticut locations, including the city.
  23. "Brass: A Hiphopera" (2001) - This musical drama film stars Lauryn Hill and features scenes set in Waterbury, Connecticut. It's a modern adaptation of Shakespeare's "Othello."
  24. "The Out-of-Towners" (1999) - While not primarily set in Waterbury, this comedy film starring Steve Martin and Goldie Hawn includes scenes set in the city.
  25. "Compulsion" (2013) - This crime thriller film directed by Egidio Coccimiglio is set in Waterbury, Connecticut, and revolves around a detective investigating a kidnapping case.
  26. "Dirty Girl" (2010) - While not entirely based in Waterbury, parts of this coming-of-age comedy-drama take place in the city.
  27. "Brooklyn Rules" (2007) - This crime drama is set in Brooklyn but features some scenes set in Waterbury, CT.
  28. "Brass" (1985) - A drama film about a factory worker in Waterbury, CT, dealing with the challenges of industrial work and labor unions.
  29. "The Brass Ring" (1983) - This TV movie was also set in Waterbury and revolves around the lives of two teenagers from different backgrounds.
  30. "Waterbury: The City That Holds Secrets" (2019) - A documentary that explores the history and secrets of Waterbury, Connecticut.
  31. "The Rainmaker" (1997) - While not entirely set in Waterbury, this legal drama film directed by Francis Ford Coppola includes scenes filmed in Waterbury and other Connecticut locations.
  32. "Freeway" (1996) - This dark comedy thriller includes a scene set in Waterbury, although most of the film is not based there.
  33. "At the End of the Day: The Sue Rodriguez Story" (1998) - A portion of this biographical drama takes place in Waterbury, focusing on the life of Sue Rodriguez, who was a prominent figure in the right-to-die movement.
  34. "Irreplaceable You" (2018) - While the majority of this romantic drama is set in New York City, it includes a scene in Waterbury, as it is an important location in the storyline.
  35. "Blaze" (1989) - This movie is set in Waterbury and follows the story of a young boy who befriends a retired firefighter and gets involved in a dangerous adventure.
  36. "The Late Shift" (1996) - While not entirely set in Waterbury, this HBO film is about the late-night TV wars between Jay Leno and David Letterman. It includes references to Waterbury because David Letterman's production company, Worldwide Pants, is located there.
  37. "The Brass" (2016) - This documentary explores the history and significance of the Waterbury Clock Company and its impact on the city. It provides insights into the industrial history of Waterbury.
  38. "Waterbury 175th Anniversary Celebration" (2015) - This documentary celebrates Waterbury's 175th anniversary and features interviews with residents and highlights from the city's history.
  39. "City of Silencio" (2014) - This short film tells the story of a musician returning to his hometown of Waterbury, CT, and reflects on the changes that have occurred since he left.
  40. Dinner Rush (2000) - This indie film is centered around a restaurant in New York City but has a scene that takes place in Waterbury, Connecticut. It's more of a culinary drama, but it briefly touches on the city.

Natural and Fire Disasters

Summerless Year = 1815 - blamed on a massive volcanic eruption in Asia, Waterbury had absolutely no summer, and the snow season only paused briefly from July through October.

Blizzard of 1888 - the worst ever recorded storm in Waterbury history (at that time); 1888

Fire of 1902 - destroying almost everything in the downtown district, February 2nd and 3rd, 1902  
Waterbury Burns; CTHumanities Project

Flood of 1955 - destroying most of the homes and other buildings along the Naugatuck River, August 18th through August 19th, 1955

Blizzard of 1978 - closing the Epicenter of the Universe and many foreign towns throughout Connecticut, February 6th, 1978.  24 to 40 inches of snow, 70 to 92 mile-per-hour winds.  

Blizard of 2013 - one of the worst storms in Connecticut history, yet still a dwarf compared to the blizzard of '78; 2013
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Museums

  • Apothecary Hall
  • Time Expo Museum (defunct)
  • Mattatuck Museum
  • New England Railroad Museum
  • The Golden Age of Trucking Museum

Waterbury Motion Picture Sound Inventor Bristol Not Found in Newspapers


Waterbury-born William Henry Bristol, famed inventor, is not to be found in the old newspapers of the height of his career. 

Bristol invented the Bristolphone, which synced motion pictures to sound - back in a day when motion pictures were still silent.

Bristol also produced at least 1 "silver screen" motion picture - right here in Waterbury.  

Bristol was an early inductee of the Waterbury Hall of Fame.

Yet, periodical records of him seem not to exist.
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Connecticut Governors Born in Waterbury


​​John Grosvenor Rowland
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United States Presidents
​Who Visited Waterbury

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  • William Howard Taft - visited in 1912 during his presidency.
  • Franklin D. Roosevelt - visited in 1936 during his presidency.
  • John F. Kennedy - visited in 1962 during his presidency.
  • Ronald Reagan - unscheduled visit in 1984, during his presidency. 
  • George Walker Bush - visited circa 2005
  • Bill Clinton - visited in 1996 during his presidency.
  • Barack Obama - visited in 2010 during his presidency.
  • Donald Trump - visited in 2016 as a candidate.

Artists Who Were Born in Waterbury 

  • L. H. Dude Larson - perhaps known best for his cowboy postcards and paintings.
  • Anna-Lou "Annie" Leibovitz is an American portrait photographer.
  • Darren Collarado Brass is a world-famous tattoo artist.
  • Jacob Kainen is a famous painter.