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Originally delivered on 11/2/2025 8:00 am

SUBJECT: BMES PTA | November 2

Week of November 2
NOV 4 | No School (Election Day)
NOV 3-7 | Halloween Candy Collection for a Cause

Drop off extra Halloween candy in the school foyer bin.
Send it in zip-locked bags with your child or bring it in yourself during school hours. 

All candy will go to Friends of Karen, supporting children with life-threatening illnesses and their families. 

Thank you for helping us make a difference!

NOV 5 | Retake Day

Please email bmesschoolphotos@gmail.com by Sun 11/3 to add your child(ren) to the list for picture retakes or makeups. Your child(ren) must be on the list to be photographed.

NOV 7 | School Store 8:50 - 9:10 AM

School store is during morning arrival on Fri 11/7.
All proceeds benefit the 5th Grade Activities Fund. 

NOV 7 | Give Back to Barlow at J.McLaughlin

Come do some pre-holiday shopping on Fri 11/7 from 12-4 PM. 

10% of sales will go directly back to the BMES PTA to fund future fun events and projects! 

*If you unable to attend the event, you can call or go in the store to pre-order any items the week leading up to Nov 7. All sales that week will count towards the total amount. Complimentary shipping is also offered for phone orders.

NOV 10 | PTA Meeting 6:30-7:30 PM

Please note date change to Mon 11/10.

All paid PTA members are invited to attend, participate in the conversation, and help shape the year ahead. 

Babysitting will be available in the cafeteria, so feel free to bring the kids if you need to.

NOV 11 | No School (Veteran's Day)
NOV 12 | Barlow Garden Volunteer Day 3 PM

Help plant, weed, and harvest this fall while connecting with Barlow families. No experience needed. Come enjoy our zen space (with snacks and tunes!).

Click here to learn about Barlow Green Team

NOV 12 | BMES Fall STEAM Night 5:30 - 7 PM

Enjoy an evening of science, technology, engineering, arts, and math featuring robotics demonstrations and hands on experiments and crafts!

NOV 12 | Corner Cafe Restaurant Day

Join us at the Corner Cafe, 622 Main St, 
on Wed11/12 to support Barlow Mountain.


Mention BARLOW when placing your order, 
and 10% of the profits will be donated to the school.

NOV 17-21 | Book Fair

Get your reader psyched to pick out their own books! 
Be on the lookout tomorrow for an email about everything Book Fair. 

Click here to start exploring the Book Fair

Indoor Soccer Special Needs Program

Indoor soccer special needs program 
on Sun Nov 9 - Dec 12
Hosted by Athletic IQ
Prospect Ridge, Ridgefield

Click here to register

Understanding the 2025 Board of Education Ballot

Many Ridgefield Board of Education seats are on the ballot this Tuesday. Take a look at this quick guide to better understand the open positions and this year’s candidates.


RHS Fall Play

Calling all Potter fans! 
The RHS Visual & Performing Arts Department 
kicks off the 2025–2026 season with Puffs, 
a hilarious parody told from the Hufflepuff perspective.

Nov 13, 14, 15 at 7 PM
Sensory-friendly family matinee
Nov 15 at 1 PM

Click here to get tickets

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Full Calendar
Upcoming Events
Monday, November 3
Service Project: Friends of Karen Candy Donation
Last Day to Register for Picture Retakes!
Tuesday, November 4
Service Project: Friends of Karen Candy Donation
Election Day (No School)
Wednesday, November 5
Service Project: Friends of Karen Candy Donation
Picture Retakes
Thursday, November 6
Service Project: Friends of Karen Candy Donation
8:20a Dorothy Day Sandwich Making - 5th Grade
Friday, November 7
Service Project: Friends of Karen Candy Donation
Bobcat Spirit Day!
8:50a School Store!
12:00p J.McLaughlin Shopping Event!
Monday, November 10
6:30p PTA Meeting (General)
Tuesday, November 11
Veterans Day (No School)
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the best it can be for our students, families, and staff. 

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